Daily Tech News Show Amazon’s Avalanche of New Hardware Announcements - DTNS 5115
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Sep 30, 2025 Eóin Tuohy, Founder/CEO of Sports Impact Technologies, discusses his innovative behind-the-ear wearable that tracks head impacts in contact sports. He explains how the device uses advanced sensors to monitor both linear and rotational forces, crucial for assessing brain injury risks. Eóin also addresses the limitations of helmets in preventing concussions and shares insights about Ireland's supportive ecosystem for medtech startups. The conversation sheds light on the importance of head safety in sports and promotes awareness for safer participation.
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Amazon Pivots Echo Toward Audio And Edge AI
- Amazon refreshed Echo line with a focus on sound quality and on-device AI capabilities via the AZ3 chip.
- Alexa Plus and hardware upgrades aim to push users to buy new Echo devices for better audio and early access to the assistant.
Fire TV Moves Off Android To Own Vega OS
- Amazon is moving Fire TV away from Android with a new Vega OS for the $40 Fire TV 4K Select Stick.
- Vega OS gives Amazon more control over updates, app support, and potentially deeper integration with its chips and services.
Kindle Scribe Targets Note-Taking Readers
- Kindle Scribe updates focus on reduced gap-to-screen, faster page turns, and LLM-powered reading recaps.
- Amazon targets readers who want note-taking inside Kindle ecosystem while charging a premium over competitors.