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Google is rolling out live translation for all earbuds on Android in a beta program that begins in the United States, Mexico and India. The update, part of Google Translate, now preserves tone, emphasis and cadence, and supports more than 70 languages. At the same time, the company is enhancing its Gemini AI to better handle idioms, slang and local expressions. Google’s language‑learning features also receive upgrades, adding pronunciation notes, progress tracking and expanding to 20 new countries, including Germany, Sweden and Taiwan. An iOS version is planned for later, with broader availability expected in 2026. Read more

Apple’s iOS 26 adds new capabilities to the native call‑recording feature, including automatic transcripts, AI‑generated summaries, Live Translation and tighter integration with the Notes app. The feature, first introduced in iOS 18.1, remains region‑specific; users in supported countries can record calls directly from the Phone app, view recordings in Notes, and access searchable transcripts. Apple also offers options to manage, share or delete recordings, and provides alternatives for regions where the built‑in tool is unavailable. Read more

Apple’s Live Translation feature, powered by Apple Intelligence, lets users translate conversations in real time using compatible AirPods. The feature works on AirPods models with the H2 chip—including AirPods 4 with ANC, AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3—and requires an iPhone capable of running Apple Intelligence, such as the iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max or any iPhone 16/17 model. Users must enable Apple Intelligence, install the Translate app, and ensure the AirPods have the latest firmware. After downloading the needed language packs, a conversation can be set up in the Translate app, and translation can be started via the app, Siri, control‑center, or the AirPods stems. The service runs primarily on the iPhone, keeping data private, and works offline once language files are downloaded. Apple warns that the beta translation may produce inaccurate or unexpected results, so users should verify critical information. Read more

A recent hands‑on test of Apple’s new live‑translation feature, built into the latest AirPods Pro 3, showed how the technology can break language barriers during a family visit. Paired with an iPhone running the latest iOS, the system provided real‑time subtitles for a Spanish‑speaking mother‑in‑law, though occasional mistranslations highlighted its beta status. The experience demonstrates both the promise of seamless, screen‑free translation and the current need for refinement. Read more

Meta and Ray‑Ban have officially launched the second‑generation Ray‑Ban Meta smart glasses, offering a suite of upgrades over the original model. The new glasses retain a wide range of frame styles and lens options while boosting battery life to eight hours, adding faster charging, and delivering 3K Ultra HD video capture. Additional software features such as new shooting modes and expanded live‑translation language support are also announced. Pricing begins at $379 for standard lenses, and the device ships with a charging case that provides extra on‑the‑go power. Read more

Zoom announced a major upgrade to its AI Companion, now called AI Companion 3.0. The new version adds agentic capabilities that let the AI propose ways to reduce meeting load, including recommending meetings to skip or making invitees optional. Additional features include AI‑generated meeting notes, slide‑to‑video conversion, live translation, and the ability for businesses to create custom AI agents for a fee. The updates aim to help users free up focus time while still requiring final user approval before any calendar changes are made. Read more

Snap is gearing up to launch a smaller, consumer‑focused version of its Spectacles AR glasses. CEO Evan Spiegel highlighted that the upcoming hardware will be more compact than the current developer‑focused model. In parallel, Snap demonstrated Snap OS 2.0, which adds a richer web browser, media gallery, and AI‑driven tools such as live translation and the Spotlight assistive feature. The company also showcased a hand‑tracked version of the fitness game Synth Riders, illustrating how the glasses could support interactive AR experiences. While the current prototype remains bulky, lacks prescription inserts, and offers a limited field of view, Snap’s roadmap aims to compete with offerings from Meta, Google and Apple. Read more

Apple’s latest iOS 26 update introduces Live Translation, a real‑time language tool that works within Messages, phone calls and FaceTime. Users can select a primary language, have it downloaded, and see incoming messages instantly rendered in their preferred language alongside the original text. The feature also extends to voice conversations when paired with AirPods Pro 3, Pro 2 or AirPods 3 equipped with active noise cancellation. Early testers report seamless interactions with family members speaking different languages, highlighting the technology’s potential to make everyday communication smoother and more inclusive. Read more

Apple's iOS 26 update introduces a suite of Apple Intelligence tools that aim to make everyday tasks more seamless. Live Translation adds real‑time language conversion to Messages, FaceTime and phone calls. Genmoji and Image Playground receive upgrades that let users create custom emojis and generate AI‑enhanced artwork. Visual Intelligence can now scan the screen to retrieve information and act on screenshots. Developers gain access to Apple’s foundation models, enabling third‑party apps to embed AI without additional costs. Finally, the Shortcuts app incorporates Apple Intelligence, opening new possibilities for automated actions. The update is free for compatible devices. Read more

Apple introduced a live translation capability for its AirPods Pro 3, supporting English, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish at launch, with plans for Italian, Japanese, Korean and simplified Chinese. The feature does not work in the EU, affecting its 450 million residents. Reviewers found the translation lagged behind natural conversation, struggled in noisy environments, and raised concerns about reduced cultural immersion and safety when users wear noise‑cancelling earbuds in public. While the technology is novel, its practical usefulness remains uncertain. Read more

Apple introduced the AirPods Pro 3, its latest noise‑canceling earbuds, at its recent September event. The new model retains the H2 chip while adding a U2 chip in the case for more precise Find My tracking. Design tweaks include a slightly smaller body, redesigned memory‑foam ear tips in five sizes, and upgraded drivers for better bass and clarity. New health‑focused features such as a heart‑rate sensor and a live translation capability are also included. Battery life extends to up to eight hours with active noise cancellation, and the case is IP57 rated. Pricing is set at $249 with shipments slated for mid‑September. Read more

Apple's third‑generation AirPods Pro arrive with incremental but meaningful improvements. While the company highlighted new live‑translation and heart‑rate tracking features, reviewers note the real advances lie in a higher IP57 water‑and‑dust rating, a longer battery life of up to eight hours with active noise cancellation, and an upgraded chip that enhances location tracking. Pricing remains unchanged in the United States and slightly lower in the United Kingdom. The enhancements aim to address everyday durability and endurance concerns rather than introduce groundbreaking new functionalities. Read more

Apple unveiled a Live Translation capability for its AirPods lineup, allowing real‑time speech translation directly into the earbuds. While initially showcased with the AirPods Pro 3, the feature will also be available on AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 models that include active noise cancellation, provided they run the latest firmware and are paired with an iPhone running iOS 26 or later. The service currently supports English, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish, with additional languages slated for release later in the year. This expansion broadens the accessibility of on‑the‑go multilingual communication for Apple users. Read more

Apple introduced the AirPods Pro 3, highlighting a smaller design, upgraded active noise cancellation, and a custom photoplethysmography sensor that enables heart‑rate monitoring directly from the earbuds. The new model also adds a pinch‑activated live translation feature, supports faster charging, and retains a 10‑hour listening window with ANC. While the price stays at $249 in the United States, Apple omitted previously rumored features such as temperature sensing, IR cameras, a new H3 chip, and support for Apple Music lossless audio. Read more

Apple detailed the upcoming iOS 26 operating system, highlighting a new "Liquid Glass" translucent design, a revamped Phone app with Hold Assist, live translation across Phone, FaceTime and Messages, spam‑filtering for unknown senders, and Visual Intelligence that lets users search for items seen on screen. The update also restores Photos tabs, adds customizable lock‑screen options, and introduces new AirPods capabilities such as studio‑quality audio recording and remote camera control. iPadOS 26 will receive the same design overhaul and optional multitasking windows. The preview sets expectations for the iPhone launch scheduled for September 9. Read more

Apple introduced iOS 26, its next major operating system for iPhone, bringing a fresh Liquid Glass aesthetic and a suite of enhancements across messaging, calls, and device interaction. The update adds features such as Hold Assist for call queues, live translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages, and improved spam filtering. iOS 26 also extends to iPadOS with multitasking improvements and updates to AirPods, including studio-quality audio recording and remote camera control. The rollout targets newer iPhone models while older devices will remain on previous versions. Read more

Apple announced iOS 26, introducing a translucent "Liquid Glass" aesthetic across the lock and a redesign of core apps. The update adds Hold Assist for phone calls, live translation in Phone, FaceTime and Messages, and new spam‑filtering tools. Visual Intelligence lets users search for objects captured on screen, while Photos tabs return for easier browsing. iPadOS 26 receives multitasking windows and the same visual overhaul. AirPods gain studio‑quality recording and remote camera control. Siri remains on hold, but Apple hints at future AI integration. The rollout targets iPhones released from 2019 onward. Read more