Lenovo's partnership with iFixit aims to make it easier for users to access and repair key features of their laptops. ZapBox's VR headset, priced at $100, offers a complete VR environment. TCL's new phones, stripped of higher-end features, are aimed at users who want a phone for basic apps and internet browsing. The Humane Ai Pin, a wearable that users can interact with, debuted with a hefty price tag of $700. The new rSIM technology pings the network every minute to ensure a connection, and Kaspersky's report highlighted the increasing threat to mobile device security.
Key takeaways:
- Lenovo announced a partnership with iFixit to make its laptops easier to repair, including more user-friendly screws and QR codes for component replacement instructions.
- ZapBox showcased its affordable virtual reality headset, priced at $100, which uses iPhones for display and comes with Bluetooth controllers.
- TCL is launching five new budget-friendly smartphones in the U.S., with the first model, TCL 50 XL 5G, priced at $159 and expected in the second quarter of the year.
- Humane Ai debuted its AI-powered pin, a wearable device that interacts with users and learns their interests, although its $700 price tag has drawn criticism.