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Apple's Latest Event Brings New Tech, No AirPods with Cameras
WHY IT MATTERS
The delay of AirPods with cameras may set a precedent for companies to reconsider the integration of cameras in wearable devices, potentially prioritizing user privacy and security.
What happened
At the September Apple event, the company unveiled its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The AirPods 5 now feature active noise cancellation, and a Siri Recap feature is coming to the Watch Series 12 and Watch Ultra 4.
However, Apple did not announce the rumored AirPods Pro with cameras, which are reportedly delayed until 2027, according to Mark Gurman at Bloomberg. This absence has sparked relief among some, with concerns about companies incorporating cameras into earbuds.
Apple's decision to hold off on this feature may be a positive step in prioritizing user privacy and security.
PRIMARY SOURCES
There aren’t AirPods with cameras yet and I hope it stays that way
The Verge · John.Higgins · Discovery only; Vox Media copyright terms apply
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