Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 11/12 – Apple Into The Smarthome
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Nov 12, 2024 Apple is diving into smart home technology with plans for new AI-powered devices. The EU pressures Meta to adjust its ad policies while giving Apple a warning on geo-blocking practices. Signal unveils new call features that enhance user communication. Netflix celebrates impressive growth in its ad-supported model, attracting a global audience of 70 million. Meanwhile, the future of AI faces challenges as innovators seek new training methods to overcome limitations of existing models.
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Apple's Smart Home Ambitions
- Apple is reportedly developing its own smart home IP camera, slated for production in 2026.
- This camera will integrate with Apple's ecosystem and AI features, aiming for over 2 million annual shipments.
Meta's Ad Policy Shift in Europe
- Meta will offer less personalized ads in Europe, showing contextual ads based on browsing sessions rather than user history.
- This change is a concession to EU regulators, who are advocating for a free, less personalized ad option.
EU's Geo-Blocking Warning to Apple
- The EU has warned Apple about potential geo-blocking practices on its App Store and media services.
- Apple has 30 days to respond and propose solutions to comply with EU anti-geo-blocking rules.