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September 16, 2026
 
 
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OpenAI may have a clearer vision with Glass Imaging buy
 
The OpenAI logo is displayed on a smartphone screen with a promotional visual in the background in Creteil, France, on September 4, 2026, as OpenAI began rolling out GPT-6 Astra, its most advanced model to date. (Photo by Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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OpenAI has acquired Glass Imaging, a startup founded by former Apple engineers that uses AI-powered hardware and software to improve smartphone camera quality, in a deal reportedly valued at more than $300 million. Glass Imaging joins a series of recent acquisitions by OpenAI, signaling the company's intent to expand its capabilities in both hardware and software, particularly in the consumer device space.
Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (9/14)
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Apple Intelligence video summaries debut with premium iCloud+ plans
Apple has tied its Apple Intelligence video summarizing feature for HomeKit Secure Video cameras to higher-tier iCloud+ plans, starting at $10 per month for one camera. Higher-tier plans support more cameras, with the 6-terabyte tier covering up to two cameras for $30 per month and the 12TB tier supporting up to five cameras for $60 per month.
Full Story: AppleInsider (9/15)
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No cam do! Meta's next smart glasses may leave the camera behind
 
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 22: Ray-Ban Meta glasses for sale are displayed at a Target store on July 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kevin Carter/Getty Images)
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Meta is reportedly developing camera-free smart glasses codenamed Luna to address privacy concerns surrounding its camera-equipped Ray-Ban Meta glasses. The glasses are expected to feature six microphones, speakers, a side button and hands-free access to Meta AI, with an unveiling potentially coming at Meta Connect and shipments targeted for October.
Full Story: Digital Trends (9/15)
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GM debuts smartphone-like software in redesigned pickups
General Motors is introducing a new in-vehicle software experience with the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra, featuring a user interface similar to a smartphone. The system is intended to be more convenient and easier to customize. It also includes updates to the Super Cruise driver-assistance system and improved integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Full Story: Autoblog (9/15), Detroit Free Press (9/15), CNBC (9/15)
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