At IFA 2026, AWOL Vision introduced the LuxVision, an ultra-short-throw projector it claims is the first to combine native 4K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and optical lens shift. The unit uses an RGB triple-laser light source rated at 6,000 ISO lumens and a 0.18:1 throw ratio, letting it cast a 120-inch image from just 7.5 inches away, with screen sizes scaling up to 200 inches. It ships around October starting at $6,499.
Signify has partnered with Nanoleaf to let Nanoleaf Shapes panels—Hexagons, Triangles, and Mini Triangles—integrate into the Philips Hue ecosystem. The integration requires a new Philips Hue Wall Light Module, priced at $39.99 separately or bundled into starter kits starting at $199.99 in select markets.
Adobe announced that Anil Chakravarthy, currently president of its customer experience orchestration and worldwide field operations unit, will become the company's next president and CEO effective December 1. He replaces Shantanu Narayen, who is stepping down after leading Adobe for 18 years and will move into the role of executive chair to assist with the leadership transition.
Australian officials plan to withdraw personnel from a research base on Macquarie Island as H5N1 bird flu spreads toward the island's large elephant seal colony. Scientists anticipate the virus will kill a substantial portion of the seal population, much of which congregates near the station's facilities.
Zscaler reported fiscal fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.19 per share on revenue of $898 million, topping Wall Street forecasts of $1.09 and $877 million respectively. Revenue climbed 25% year-over-year, and annual recurring revenue reached $3.77 billion, while the company's net loss narrowed to $3.4 million from $17.6 million a year earlier. CEO Jay Chaudhry credited demand for the company's Zero Trust cloud security architecture, including a new version built for AI agents, for the strong results.
Ultrahuman, a rival to Oura in the smart ring market, secured $70 million from investors including Qualcomm Ventures, Labcorp, Alpha Wave and Blume to fund development of next-generation AI wearables. The company plans to use the funding to advance sensing, materials, electronics and algorithms, and is exploring a future ring that could work with devices like Meta's smart glasses for gesture control, according to chief business officer Bhuvan Srinivasan.
New reports indicate Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will keep the same screen sizes as current models but introduce two display upgrades: LTPO+ panel technology and a Dynamic Island notch shrunk by roughly 35%. The changes point to incremental hardware refinements rather than a full redesign for this generation.
Tesla held a private, invite-only event in Austin to unveil its Cybercab autonomous vehicle, skipping any public livestream and requiring attendees to sign NDAs and embargo agreements before posting content. The company has registered 45 Cybercabs with Texas regulators, though it's unclear how many will enter commercial service immediately, and launched a companion website outlining rules like a ban on riders under 13. Tesla now operates 256 unsupervised autonomous vehicles across six cities, per Robotaxi Tracker.
Security researchers have identified a scam operation dubbed 'Phantom Deal' that targets large enterprises by impersonating merger and acquisition activity. The attackers conduct deep research into target companies before approaching midlevel employees with fabricated deal scenarios designed to authorize large financial transfers.
Researchers analyzed immune responses from over 150 non-human primates infected during a prolonged Shigella outbreak at a research facility, identifying specific bacterial molecules and antibody binding sites linked to protective immunity. The findings, published in Science Translational Medicine, pinpoint precise structural targets that could inform vaccine design against multiple Shigella strains.
Ken and Sarah Barlow opened a 16 Handles self-serve frozen yogurt franchise in Forest Acres, South Carolina in June 2025 after signing on with the brand in early 2024. The idea stemmed from their daughter wanting to customize her own frozen yogurt, and the couple noticed no such business existed in their town. Within six months of opening, the location generated $1 million in sales.
On this week's 9to5Mac Happy Hour, hosts Benjamin Mayo and Chance Miller discuss John Ternus's initial days leading Apple and speculate on Tim Cook's continued involvement. They also cover last-minute rumors ahead of the iPhone event, including possible Apple Watch Series 12 health features, and note that Apple TV subscription pricing has risen for the second consecutive year.
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