MWC 2024: Everything announced so far | TechCrunch
Feb 26, 2024 - techcrunch.com
The TechCrunch team is covering the Mobile World Congress 2024, where major tech companies have made significant announcements. Google has incorporated AI into more of its services, including new features for phones, cars, and wearables. Lenovo has showcased a transparent laptop concept, while OnePlus' upcoming Watch 2 promises a 100-hour battery life. Xiaomi has updated its CyberDog, now available online for $3,000, and Infinix has introduced the E-Color Shift, adding color to the e-ink screen on the back of phones.
Other notable innovations include a desktop lamp by Seaborough designed to mimic the sun's impact on serotonin production in the brain, and new Android features from Google. The event also saw the introduction of AI-generated captions for images, text summarization for Android Auto, and access to passes on Wear OS. Google Messages will also feature Gemini, an AI tool for crafting messages.
Key takeaways:
Google has introduced AI into more of its services, including new features for phones, cars, and wearables.
OnePlus' upcoming Watch 2 promises a 100-hour battery life in full Smart Mode, a significant improvement from its first generation product.
Xiaomi's CyberDog, a robotic dog, has undergone changes including a more realistic head and is currently available online for $3,000.
Lenovo showcased a new laptop concept with a transparent screen, providing an augmented reality experience.
