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STEPX launched its first LLM-native AI agent phone, STEPX Neo, in Shanghai at ¥3999. Integrating hardware, OS and LLM, it explores human-AI symbiosis, with retro-futuristic design, transparent mechanical back and five AI-history easter eggs.....

On Oct 14, Tencent WorkBuddy deeply integrated with WeCom: with authorization, the client can access ten capabilities including messages, docs, meetings, and WeDrive, and enter the WeCom directory as a chatbot to receive commands directly in chats. Available to verified enterprises, requiring WorkBuddy 5.8.0+ and WeCom 5.0.12+, claimed by admins; tasks can be handled by categories like "to handle" or "worth attention".....

OPPO partners with AI agent platform Manus to integrate its capabilities into AI Mind Pilot, moving phones from answering questions to getting things done. Executives say agentic AI understands intent, executes actions, and delivers results; phones are a natural platform for personal agents.....

On October 14, Doubao Mobile Assistant announced that the 30-day public comment period for the "Screen Automation Declaration Agreement" (SAEP) has ended, and screen automation permissions for third-party applications will be gradually released. The agreement was launched with the consumer version on September 14, and the Nubia NaviX Ultra model supporting this version was released on September 16. During the public comment period, the assistant only performed automated operations on system-built-in applications, ByteDance's applications, and third-party applications that had explicitly agreed to join.

Samsung's first AI smart glasses may be named Galaxy Glasses, launching Nov 2026. Standard lens version weighs 41g, runs Snapdragon AR1 Gen1, Android XR with Google Gemini, 2GB+64GB, 12MP camera, 3K/30fps video, four mics, open speakers, 9h battery, 72h with case.....

On October 13th, sources said that OpenAI is in early-stage negotiations to acquire the security startup Trail of Bits. This move shows that while OpenAI is advancing its cutting-edge large model research and development, it is also increasing its investment in cybersecurity and underlying protection capabilities. The negotiations are still ongoing, and the transaction amount and specific details have not been disclosed. Trail of Bits is a well-known cybersecurity research and engineering consulting company in the industry.

Apple held a 'Welcome Home' event, announcing four major updates and officially entering the smart home market. The core is the newly upgraded Siri AI based on Apple Foundation Models, providing deeper personalization and natural language support for the home ecosystem. The Apple HomeView smart display was the star of the event.

Apple's July lawsuit vs OpenAI over trade secrets advances: a federal judge let Apple fast-track access to OpenAI recruiting materials, focusing on pre-interview contacts with Apple staff for hardware and robotics roles ahead of its first device launch.....

Google opened its flagship AI model Argon to global developers and enterprises Tuesday, after limited Fairwind testing by trusted cyber defenders. It is available via AI Studio API, Gemini Ultra/Pro, and Antigravity for paid users; pricing is undisclosed.....

Per @itspdfu, Apple site code suggests the full-size HomePod may support Siri AI. Apple China's product copy now says a top multicolor glow indicates Siri AI, hinting at a smarter assistant. HomePod mini 2 supports it first.....

OpenAI and Higgsfield partner to extend AI-generated video from 1 to 10 minutes. Higgsfield uses GPT-6Astra, letting creative agents call external tools for complex workflows—like a coordinating director—ensuring consistent characters, scenes, and visual details, greatly advancing AI video.....

Bloomberg cites Deloitte: UK large firms plan to replace staff with AI in the next year. 52% of CFOs expect AI-driven layoffs, but 67% say AI has delivered only a quarter of expectations. Survey of 66 CFOs (12 FTSE 100, 25 FTSE 250), Sept 17-Oct 1.....

According to Bloomberg, NVIDIA CEO Huang Renxun's trip to Europe, on the 13th, announced an additional 2 billion dollar investment on top of the existing one. He revealed that NVIDIA has invested 8 billion dollars in Europe over the past year, and this time continues to increase investment. As the world's largest AI chip supplier, Huang Renxun has promised to invest billions of dollars worldwide, both to mature AI applications and to drive demand for its own chips. During this trip, he also met with French President Macron.

A US court ruled in the case of Apple vs. OpenAI that OpenAI must submit hiring records and interview materials within a deadline: submit collected materials within five days, and supplementary documents requested within fourteen days. The scope of discovery includes interview lists, notes, technical presentation slides, and LINE communication records related to former Apple employees in OpenAI's consumer hardware and robotics departments. The court also approved matters concerning OpenAI employee Liu Chang.

IDC: Nvidia's China data-center AI chip share fell to 34% in H1 2026. US export curbs limited supply, aiding local rivals. Its China AI accelerator shipments were 678k in Jan-Jun, down 44% YoY. CEO Jensen Huang criticized Washington, saying curbs cede a $50B market.....

Apple disclosed to the EU Commission a reverse acquihire with personalized audio startup Huxe: hiring part of Huxe AI's core team and securing a non-exclusive license to its IP. MacRumors first reported. The deal captures both talent and technology.....

MingTang Intelligent releases the next-generation edge multi-modal large model MiniCPM-V 4.7, offering two specifications: 35B-A3B and 1B. Among them, 35B-A3B is the first MoE model in the family, leveraging the 'LES Forward Expert Scheduling' inference acceleration technology, becoming the first open-source MoE model that can run without loss of performance and smoothly on edge devices. It occupies only 3GB of memory on iPhone 17 Pro Max, with a decoding speed of 13+ tokens/s, without needing to send data to the cloud.