Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 01/21 – Mark Gurman Dishes On The Apple VR Headset
Jan 21, 2021
Mark Gurman reveals that Apple will launch its first VR headset next year, but the real excitement is in the future of AR technology. Amazon offers to help with vaccine distribution, showcasing its logistics prowess. Meanwhile, LG might exit the smartphone game amid fierce competition. The trend towards taller laptop displays is discussed, alongside a universal chat app aiming to streamline communication across platforms. Also, the White House embraces dark mode, proving that everyone loves a stylish interface!
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Apple's VR Headset Strategy
- Apple's first headset, planned for 2022, will be a high-end niche VR product.
- This is a strategic move to prepare developers and consumers for eventual mainstream AR glasses.
LG Exiting Smartphones?
- LG may exit the smartphone business due to fierce competition.
- This could mean the end of their promised rollable phone.
Amazon's Vaccine Offer
- Amazon offered to help with vaccine rollout under both Trump and Biden administrations.
- They propose leveraging their logistics, IT, and communications expertise.