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Apple CEO Tim Cook Prioritises Development of AR Smart Glasses to Beat Meta: Report
Apple CEO Tim Cook has reportedly prioritised the development of true augmented reality (AR) glasses. While Apple hasn’t confirmed its plans, rivals like Meta, Google, and Snapchat are exploring smart glasses. Unlike bulkier headsets, AR glasses demand advanced, affordable technology to succeed, and Cook is reportedly focused on developing an ind...
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Google XR Glasses Prototype With Real Time Translation, 'Memory' Features Showcased at TED 2025
Google showcased its XR glasses prototype at TED 2025 in Vancouver, that can be connected to a smartphone for tasks like real-time translation and scenario analysis with a 'Memory' feature. While Apple and Samsung have already announced mixed reality headsets, firms like Meta, Google, and Snapchat are currently developing lightweight XR glasses res...
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Snapchat Introduces Sponsored AI Lenses to Let Brands Create Immersive AI-Generated Experiences
Snapchat introduced a new ad format on Tuesday to let brands engage users on the platform. Dubbed Sponsored AI Lenses, it is a new tool for brands to create artificial intelligence (AI) Lenses that users on the social media app can use to click selfies and post them. The Santa Monica-based social media company has been building out its augmented re...
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Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel Reveals Why New Hires Get An "Almost Impossible" Task On Day One
Mr Spiegel thinks it lays the groundwork for the creativity and critical thinking skills that the employee will need to succeed at the company.
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How 'Messages From The Dead' Sealed Plan To Murder Meerut Man
Muskaan Rastogi, the prime accused in her husband Saurabh Rajput's murder, used three Snapchat accounts to convince her boyfriend Sahil Shukla to join the plot, the probe into the chilling case has revealed
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For Husband's Murder, She Sent Lover Snapchat Messages Posing As Dead Mother
The grisly murder of a Merchant Navy officer in Meerut, whose body was chopped up and dumped in a drum, was planned by his wife, who convinced her boyfriend that his mother was speaking to him - through Snapchat - from beyond the grave.
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Snapchat Spectacles Get GPS-Powered AR Lenses and New Hand Tracking Capabilities
Snapchat on Monday commemorated six months since the launch of the new fifth generation Snapchat Spectacles by announcing new AR effects and platform features for the augmented reality (AR) glasses. Lenses, which is what the company calls its AR effects, can now be built using GPS, GNSS, compass heading, and custom locations to provide real-time wa...
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Snapchat Introduces New AI-Powered Video Lenses to Paid Subscribers
Snapchat introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature on Thursday that uses its in-house foundational video models. Dubbed AI video Lenses, the new Lens format combines Augmented Reality (AR) and generative AI elements to create unique and immersive video effects. Currently, these features are only available on the platform’s premium sub...
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Big Tech Opposes YouTube Exemption from Australia's Ban on Social Media for Children
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta Platforms, Snapchat and TikTok believe Australia should not exempt YouTube from its decision to ban social media for minors. YouTube stands to be exempted from the ban as it is considered a key educational tool and is the only service allowed for children as part of a family account with parental supervision rights...
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How to Unlock the Butterflies Lens on Snapchat?
Snapchat's Butterflies Lens is a popular augmented reality effect that adds animated butterflies to your photos and videos, creating a whimsical and enchanting look. Unlocking this lens is easy and can be done in multiple ways. You can search for "Paper Butterflies" in the Lens Explorer, scan a Snapcode linked to the lens, or tap on the lens name w...
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How to Add Location on Snapchat on Android and iOS: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide provides detailed steps on how to add locations to your Snapchat content, whether it's a Snap, Story, or even your business on the Snap Map. Learn how to use location stickers to add context to your Snaps, apply location-based filters for a custom look, and maintain your Snapstreak by sharing locations with friends. Discover how to add y...
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Opinion | Sunglasses To Snapchat, How AI Became Personal In 2024
This wasn't just another year of breakthrough papers and flashy demos - it was the year AI wove itself into the fabric of our daily lives
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Proposed Australia Law Would Fine Big Tech Over Digital Competition
Australia's centre-left Labor government has targeted Big Tech's influence, and parliament passed a law last week that banned social media for children aged under 16.
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Explained: How Australia's Social Media Ban For Teens Under 16 Will Be Implemented
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram fall under the umbrella of the law.
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Blog | Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Barking Up The Wrong Tree
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said about the social media ban proposal that it was for the mums and dads who were always worried about social media. Great. But there are pitfalls too.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook Prioritises Development of AR Smart Glasses to Beat Meta: Report
Apple CEO Tim Cook has reportedly prioritised the development of true augmented reality (AR) glasses. While Apple hasn’t confirmed its plans, rivals like Meta, Google, and Snapchat are exploring smart glasses. Unlike bulkier headsets, AR glasses demand advanced, affordable technology to succeed, and Cook is reportedly focused on developing an ind...
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Google XR Glasses Prototype With Real Time Translation, 'Memory' Features Showcased at TED 2025
Google showcased its XR glasses prototype at TED 2025 in Vancouver, that can be connected to a smartphone for tasks like real-time translation and scenario analysis with a 'Memory' feature. While Apple and Samsung have already announced mixed reality headsets, firms like Meta, Google, and Snapchat are currently developing lightweight XR glasses res...
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Snapchat Introduces Sponsored AI Lenses to Let Brands Create Immersive AI-Generated Experiences
Snapchat introduced a new ad format on Tuesday to let brands engage users on the platform. Dubbed Sponsored AI Lenses, it is a new tool for brands to create artificial intelligence (AI) Lenses that users on the social media app can use to click selfies and post them. The Santa Monica-based social media company has been building out its augmented re...
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Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel Reveals Why New Hires Get An "Almost Impossible" Task On Day One
Mr Spiegel thinks it lays the groundwork for the creativity and critical thinking skills that the employee will need to succeed at the company.
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How 'Messages From The Dead' Sealed Plan To Murder Meerut Man
Muskaan Rastogi, the prime accused in her husband Saurabh Rajput's murder, used three Snapchat accounts to convince her boyfriend Sahil Shukla to join the plot, the probe into the chilling case has revealed
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For Husband's Murder, She Sent Lover Snapchat Messages Posing As Dead Mother
The grisly murder of a Merchant Navy officer in Meerut, whose body was chopped up and dumped in a drum, was planned by his wife, who convinced her boyfriend that his mother was speaking to him - through Snapchat - from beyond the grave.
-
Snapchat Spectacles Get GPS-Powered AR Lenses and New Hand Tracking Capabilities
Snapchat on Monday commemorated six months since the launch of the new fifth generation Snapchat Spectacles by announcing new AR effects and platform features for the augmented reality (AR) glasses. Lenses, which is what the company calls its AR effects, can now be built using GPS, GNSS, compass heading, and custom locations to provide real-time wa...
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Snapchat Introduces New AI-Powered Video Lenses to Paid Subscribers
Snapchat introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature on Thursday that uses its in-house foundational video models. Dubbed AI video Lenses, the new Lens format combines Augmented Reality (AR) and generative AI elements to create unique and immersive video effects. Currently, these features are only available on the platform’s premium sub...
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Big Tech Opposes YouTube Exemption from Australia's Ban on Social Media for Children
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta Platforms, Snapchat and TikTok believe Australia should not exempt YouTube from its decision to ban social media for minors. YouTube stands to be exempted from the ban as it is considered a key educational tool and is the only service allowed for children as part of a family account with parental supervision rights...
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How to Unlock the Butterflies Lens on Snapchat?
Snapchat's Butterflies Lens is a popular augmented reality effect that adds animated butterflies to your photos and videos, creating a whimsical and enchanting look. Unlocking this lens is easy and can be done in multiple ways. You can search for "Paper Butterflies" in the Lens Explorer, scan a Snapcode linked to the lens, or tap on the lens name w...
-
How to Add Location on Snapchat on Android and iOS: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide provides detailed steps on how to add locations to your Snapchat content, whether it's a Snap, Story, or even your business on the Snap Map. Learn how to use location stickers to add context to your Snaps, apply location-based filters for a custom look, and maintain your Snapstreak by sharing locations with friends. Discover how to add y...
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Opinion | Sunglasses To Snapchat, How AI Became Personal In 2024
This wasn't just another year of breakthrough papers and flashy demos - it was the year AI wove itself into the fabric of our daily lives
-
Proposed Australia Law Would Fine Big Tech Over Digital Competition
Australia's centre-left Labor government has targeted Big Tech's influence, and parliament passed a law last week that banned social media for children aged under 16.
-
Explained: How Australia's Social Media Ban For Teens Under 16 Will Be Implemented
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram fall under the umbrella of the law.
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Blog | Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Barking Up The Wrong Tree
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said about the social media ban proposal that it was for the mums and dads who were always worried about social media. Great. But there are pitfalls too.
