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AirPods 5 adds ANC, but AirPods Pro 3 still leads on health, fit and noise control

Apple has added active noise cancelling to AirPods 5 unveiled this month, lifting the appeal of its entry wireless earbuds. Differences with the higher-end AirPods Pro 3 extend beyond price to design, health functions, hearing protection and noise control, according to NineToFiveMac. AirPods 5 uses an open-fit design, while Pro 3 uses in-ear tips for a more secure fit. Pro 3 also offers heart-rate tracking, hearing test and hearing-aid functions, hearing protection and stronger ANC.

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Snapdragon Summit 2026: User digital twin needed to enable local agentic AI

Qualcomm used a Snapdragon Summit session to showcase partner demonstrations rather than focusing only on chip performance. Executives said building an on-device agent that remembers and understands users and acts on their behalf requires software that gathers user context. They described a user “digital twin” based on habits, preferences, routines and places, supported by an on-device personal knowledge graph. Demos covered memory, decision-making and action by partner services.

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Apple unveils Apple Watch Ultra 4 with up to 45-hour battery and top GPS

Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 4 for sports enthusiasts and explorers, featuring a new health sensing system and the S11 chip. It supports continuous health monitoring, more frequent heart-rate and heart-rate variability measurements and a new readiness score with tailored recommendations. Battery life rises to up to 50 hours in daily use and 84 hours in low power mode. Apple also added audio intelligence features, new finishes and bands, and detailed Korean pricing and availability.