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Behind the Scenes: In Apple's Test Chambers with the Apple Watch
CNET· 2025-09-23 15:01
Product Testing & Validation - Apple tests Apple Watch Series 11 antenna performance in a controlled environment to eliminate external interference [1][2] - Apple simulates real-world conditions by testing how the human body affects Apple Watch signal transmission [2] - Apple Watch Ultra 3 location transmission accuracy is tested using satellite connectivity in a specialized chamber [3] - Apple recreates satellite geometry to simulate any location on Earth for testing emergency SOS and location sharing features [4] Product Development Cycle - Apple's testing process can take up to a year, suggesting continuous product development and testing cycles [4]
This Smartwatch Is A Great Apple Watch S11 Alternative...If Only It Was Sold In The U.S.
CNET· 2025-09-22 12:51
Its long-lasting battery and comfortable design make it a great choice, if you can buy it. Let’s unbox Huawei’s £329 GT 6 Pro ...
Futuristic Ocean Habitat Aims to House Humans by 2030
CNET· 2025-09-21 12:00
We're in a submarine at the DEEP campus, the company on a mission to get people to live underwater for months at a time, by the end of this decade, in one of these habitats. We'll take you underwater in a submarine to see where the habitats will first be tested. Then we'll go inside Sentinel – one of the two habitats DEEP is currently developing, and explore the history of the technology, as well as what it could mean for the future of deep sea exploration.This small lake is actually an old limestone quarry ...
When It Comes Time to Pay on iPhone Launch Day
CNET· 2025-09-19 15:54
Nothing beats a Jet 2 holiday. And right now you can save £50 per person. That's £200 off for a family of. ...
Tim Cook Celebrates iPhone 17 and iPhone Air Release Day
CNET· 2025-09-19 15:50
Happy iPhone 17 and iPhone Air Day! #apple #iphone17 #iphoneair #iphone #timcook ...
I Used AirPods Live Translation on My Family. This Is a Big Deal. | One More Thing
CNET· 2025-09-19 12:01
New Product Features & Performance - The live translation feature for AirPods Pro 3 is a major highlight, enabling real-time translation of conversations [1][6] - AirPods Pro 3 feature improved fit with new ear tip design and sizes, including extra small tips, enhancing user comfort and confidence [3][4] - AirPods Pro 3 incorporate a heartbeat sensor, with the iPhone intelligently selecting the more reliable heart rate data from either the watch or the AirPods [5] - The updated iPhone fitness app integrates with AirPods, allowing users to automatically start playlists or podcasts upon initiating a workout [14][15] - Microphone quality of AirPods Pro 3 is improved, making them suitable for social media video recording, though comparison with dedicated wireless mics is necessary [17][18][19] Software & Compatibility - Live language translation is available on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods 4, requiring iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence [6][7] - The live translation feature currently supports Spanish, French, German, and Portuguese, with Italian and several Asian languages to be added by the end of the year [10] User Experience & Limitations - Live translation is not perfect and may produce incorrect phrases, especially in fast-paced conversations or with multiple speakers [7][10][11][12] - The live translation feature is less useful for bilingual individuals, as the delayed translation can be disruptive [13] Future Developments - Upcoming features include sleep scores on the Apple Watch and a new $40 fast iPhone charger [20] - Further testing and comparisons against competitors like Google's live translation are needed [13]
First Look: Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses and Neural Band | #metaconnect2025
CNET· 2025-09-18 00:22
I got to wear a neural band on my wrist and wear Meta's display enabled Ray-B band displays here at Meta's campus. You will too because they're coming out September 30th and they're going to be setting up demo locations to check this out in stores. What is this exactly.Meta's already made a bunch of smart glasses and they have new Ray-B bands with better battery life that are coming out soon, too, and new Oakley glasses. But the Rayband displays, which are $800 coming September 30th, are a thicker pair that ...
I Wore Meta’s New Glasses and Neural Wristband
CNET· 2025-09-18 00:21
Product Overview - Meta's Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are launching on September 30th for $799, featuring a single color display and wireless wristband [2] - The glasses have a high pixel density display with a 20° field of view, invisible from the outside [3][4] - New Meta Ray-Ban bands offer 8 hours of battery life and improved camera quality [8] - Oakley branded Vanguard glasses are sports-targeted with a center-mounted camera and exchangeable polarized tints [8][9] Technology and Features - The neural wristband uses SEMG to sense neural impulses for gesture recognition [6] - The glasses allow users to interact with apps, music, photos, video chat, and AI features [5] - Vanguard glasses pair with Garmin watches for health and fitness tracking, displaying heart rate and pace [10] - Meta Ray-Ban displays have built-in transition lenses and claim 6 hours of mixed use battery life [13][14] Market and Future Considerations - Meta is setting up demo areas in retail locations [7] - The glasses are currently only compatible with prescriptions up to -4 [7] - The industry is interested in how Meta will address privacy concerns and AI integration [15] - The industry is curious about the wristband's versatility, potential for typing, gesture learning, and accessibility applications [16][17]