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New AirPods Could See Your World
18 Aug
Summary
- A video shows AirPods interacting with a book, hinting at visual intelligence.
- The footage appears to originate from a 'release candidate' version of macOS Tahoe.
- Apple may be concerned about a camera-equipped AirPods product harming its privacy image.
A video circulating online, allegedly discovered within a 'release candidate' version of macOS Tahoe, suggests Apple may be developing AirPods with integrated cameras. The footage depicts an individual using AirPods to interact with a book titled 'Could Should Might Don't,' with a voice-over mentioning 'Visual Intelligence' to save information. This leak sparks speculation about Apple's next product move, with some analysts questioning the potential impact on the company's reputation for privacy.
While the existence and functionality of such a device remain unconfirmed, previous reports have indicated that Apple is cautious about releasing products that could tarnish its privacy-friendly image. If these AirPods were to feature cameras, they might be perceived as more covert than smart glasses. However, some speculation suggests that any visual recording capability might be limited to processing imagery for information rather than capturing explicit photos or videos, possibly with an LED indicator to signal active recording.
