Apple Is Developing a Brain-Computer Interface

Apple is in the early stages of developing brain-computer interfaces that would allow people, especially those with mobility issues, to control their iPhones, iPads, and Vision Pro headsets with neural signals captured by a new kind of brain implant. According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple is partnering with Synchron—a privately held, New York City-based company backed by Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates—on the in project. The brain-computer interface, or BCI, industry is projected to grow significantly over the coming decades. Perhaps the best-known player in the space is Elon Musk’s Neuralink, which, as of January, has successfully implanted its devices in three people. Historically, most users have relied on both mechanical (through the use of a keyboard or mouse) and behavioral (through the use of touchscreens or voice) interaction with their computers. BCIs eliminate the need for physical movement, expanding device accessibility for people with profound physical impairments. Unlik ... Read full article.