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Zoom meetings are about to get weirder thanks to the Vision Pro
The Verge
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1y ago
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Zoom's Vision Pro app will be launched alongside Apple's upcoming headset on February 2nd. The app will allow wearers to use their digital avatar, known as "persona," based on their face scans during video calls. The app will also take advantage of the headset's augmentation reality capabilities, blending in with users' physical environments. Zoom plans to introduce more features in the future, including "real-world pinning" and 3D object sharing. Additionally, their Slack competitor, Team Chat, will be added to the Vision Pro app.
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Zoom’s new Meta Quest app encourages taking video calls in VR
The Verge
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29d ago
Medial
Zoom has introduced a standalone app for Meta Quest headsets, allowing users to join or host virtual reality meetings, appearing as their Meta Avatars. Previously, VR meetings were only possible through Meta’s Horizon Workspaces app, requiring a Zoom subscription. This new app supports any Zoom license, integrating with Meta Quest 2, Quest Pro, and the newer Quest models. The app features passthrough mode, enabling users to view real-world elements while on calls.
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Zoom's AI Companion Tool Now Available to Paid Accounts
CityLife Capetown
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1y ago
Medial
Zoom has made its AI personal assistant tool, "Zoom AI Companion," available to paid accounts for free. The tool assists with tasks like composing Zoom Chat messages and summarizing meetings. Concerns about user data usage for AI training prompted Zoom to clarify its policy, stating it doesn't use audio, video, or chat content without consent. Account owners can enable the AI Companion feature, and users can see when it's active. It offers features like private side-panel conversations during meetings and message summarization in Zoom Team Chat.
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People say they use recordings of random company Zoom meetings they found on YouTube to pretend they're busy at work
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
People have been using Zoom recordings found on YouTube to pretend they are in meetings and avoid work or small talk. Some organizations uploaded their Zoom meetings on YouTube, and people have found that playing these recordings on their computers makes them appear busy. This trend has been going on since 2020, and comments on the videos show that viewers appreciate the escape it provides. Students also use Zoom recordings to avoid their parents, and some even offer tips on how to make the ruse more convincing.
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Apple fans are starting to return their Vision Pros
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Early adopters of the Apple Vision Pro headset are complaining about discomfort and lack of productivity, leading to an increase in returns. Users have cited the weight and strap design as uncomfortable, causing headaches and eye strain. The unique body shapes and sizes of individuals pose challenges in creating wearables that fit everyone comfortably. Additionally, some users feel that the Vision Pro does not offer enough productivity for its high price, with complaints about dizziness, focus issues, and limited software compatibility.
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'AI avatars to attend Zoom meetings for 4 days working culture,’ reveals CEO
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan recently revealed that the company is working on revolutionary AI technology to enhance virtual meetings. The innovative solution aims to delegate mundane tasks to AI-powered virtual assistants, allowing users to have more time for face-to-face interactions. Zoom is heavily investing in AI research, particularly focusing on language models to create personalized digital avatars. These avatars would attend meetings on behalf of individuals, handling routine tasks and contributing to a better work-life balance. Yuan envisions a future where everyone has their own AI assistant and digital avatars become integral to Zoom's Workplace platform.
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Apple Vision Pro users report mysterious cracks in front glass
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Users of Apple's Vision Pro headset are reporting unexplained cracks appearing on the front glass of their devices. These near-identical hairline cracks are running vertically just above the nose bridge, and users claim they haven't mishandled their headsets. The cause of the cracking remains unknown, and theories about the device's durability are emerging. The issue has been reported on MacRumors, Reddit, and even Engadget's review unit. The Apple Vision Pro headset is priced at around $3,499 and has not yet been released in India.
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The shine comes off the Vision Pro
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
The paragraph discusses the return window for the Apple Vision Pro headset, with many customers reportedly returning the expensive device. The reasons for returns and potential fixes are analyzed, indicating the current status of headsets. Additionally, the article mentions Mark Zuckerberg's unexpected role as a gadget reviewer. The Vergecast also covers news about the future of Xbox and various AI developments from Google and OpenAI. The paragraph concludes by mentioning additional news coverage links related to the Vision Pro, Xbox, and AI.
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Read AI expands its AI-powered summaries from meetings to messages and emails
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
AI-powered summarization tools are gaining popularity due to the time-consuming nature of meetings. Read AI, a company founded by David Shim, provides summarization services for video calls across platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. The company recently closed a $21 million funding round and is expanding into message and email summarization. Read AI aims to deliver daily updates with summaries, key content overviews, and AI-generated takeaways. However, concerns about the accuracy and privacy of AI-driven summarization tools persist. Despite these concerns, Read AI has experienced significant growth and plans to double its staff.
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iPhone 16 Pro price leaked ahead of launch today. Everything we know so far
Livemint
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11m ago
Medial
Apple is set to unveil its iPhone 16 series at the 'It's Glowtime' event. The lineup is expected to include the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. Rumors suggest that the iPhone 16 Pro will feature a 5x optical zoom telephoto camera, an upgrade from last year. The starting price of the iPhone 16 Pro is reportedly $999, similar to the previous model. The Pro models are also expected to have larger displays and slimmer bezels due to the use of Border Reduction Structure (BRS) technology.
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iPhone 17 Pro Max: 4 upgrades we believe could make it ‘Phone of the Year’ | Mint
Livemint
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6m ago
Medial
Rumors about the iPhone 17 Pro Max suggest potential upgrades to make it standout. Key desires include enhanced camera capabilities, with additional telephoto lenses for improved zoom, and a larger battery, building on Apple's efficiency to enhance longevity further. Suggestions also point toward software optimizations to leverage the Max variant's larger display and a much-needed fresh design departure from recent similarities. These upgrades could make the iPhone 17 Pro Max highly competitive.
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