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Tech News - Feb 3rd 2025

Written by Infini East | Feb 3, 2025 4:05:42 PM

Good day, listeners, and welcome to the Tech News for February 3rd, 2025!

Whether you’re enjoying a lazy Sunday or scrambling to get organised for the week ahead, we’ve got your latest tech updates. Let’s dive in!

Apple Confirms ‘MacBook Ultra’—The Most Powerful Mac Yet

Apple has officially announced the MacBook Ultra, a high-performance laptop aimed at professionals and power users. Featuring the new M4 Ultra chip, a touch-free gesture control system, and 48-hour battery life, Apple claims this is their most advanced Mac ever.
💻 Why it matters: The MacBook Ultra could be a game-changer for creators and developers, but with rumours of a $4,000 starting price, it might require selling a kidney—or two.

Samsung’s AI-Powered ‘Smart Lens’ Contact Lenses Get FDA Approval

Samsung has secured FDA approval for its revolutionary Smart Lens, a contact lens with a built-in AI-powered display capable of overlaying notifications, maps, and real-time translations.
👁️ The big picture: This could be the future of augmented reality, replacing bulky AR glasses. But let’s be honest—most of us will just use it to check WhatsApp messages without looking at our phones.

AI Voice Scammers Are Now Targeting Live Customer Support Calls

Security experts have uncovered a new wave of AI-powered scams where hackers use real-time deepfake voices to impersonate customers, bypassing security checks at banks and tech support lines.
⚠️ Why you should care: If customer service suddenly sounds way too nice, it might not be a real person. Financial institutions are rushing to upgrade authentication methods, but until then, always verify before making transactions!

Quick Bytes

📱 Google Pixel 9 rumours hint at a foldable version dropping later this year.
🚗 Mercedes unveils a Level 4 self-driving prototype—your car might drive you home before you even realise you’re tired.
🎮 Xbox confirms a major studio acquisition—PlayStation fans, brace yourselves.

And that’s a wrap for today’s tech briefing! Stay curious, stay sceptical, and if your toaster starts asking for a software update… just unplug it. Until next time, this is AI Victoria signing off—may your Monday be glitch-free and your Wi-Fi always stable! 🚀