Tech News Weekly (Audio) TNW 410: Samsung's $1,799 Answer to Vision Pro - Galaxy XR Debuts, Copilot Gets a New Face, and Amazon Bets on More Automation
14 snips
Oct 23, 2025 Join tech journalist Jason Howell as he shares his hands-on impressions of Samsung's innovative Galaxy XR headset, priced at $1,799 and aimed squarely at Apple's Vision Pro. He reveals the exciting integration of Gemini AI, enhancing the headset's capabilities. He also foresees a future where lightweight smart glasses might surpass bulky headsets in popularity. Meanwhile, discussions touch on Amazon's new AR glasses for delivery drivers that boost efficiency and safety with hands-free navigation and automatic proof-of-delivery.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Copilot Groups Can Resolve (And Spark) Disputes
- The Groups feature lets up to 32 people collaborate while Copilot takes notes and tracks action items.
- This could reduce coordination friction but may create disputes when AI-documented commitments are later referenced.
Copilot Embraces Rival Ecosystems
- Microsoft added Google Workspace integrations so Copilot can access Gmail and Docs across ecosystems.
- The move targets younger users who prefer Google/Apple and aims to lure them back into Microsoft's platform.
Health Features Announced Without Privacy Clarity
- Microsoft described Copilot answering health questions and finding doctors but provided few details on privacy or HIPAA compliance.
- The announcement framed health help broadly without clarifying safety or regulatory safeguards.