Apple Just Canceled Its AR Glasses... Again?!

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What’s up, Tech Squad? If you were hoping to snag a new car before summer road trips, brace yourself—prices are revving up thanks to tariffs. Meanwhile, Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra wants you to believe AI will change everything, but it can’t even Google a flight status. And Apple? They’ve officially ghosted an AR glasses project while Meta and Google sprint ahead.

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Ultra…Underwhelming?

Samsung’s latest flagship, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, is here—packing AI smarts, refreshed design tweaks, and… not much else. It’s still a powerhouse, but the upgrades feel more like minor software updates rather than revolutionary leaps. And with a $1,299 price tag (although, you can grab a major discount here!), the question is: does it still feel “Ultra”?

What’s changed (or hasn’t)?

• AI everywhere – Google’s Gemini assistant replaces Bixby, but it’s hit-or-miss (like failing to Google a simple flight search).

• Stylus downgrade – The once-magic S Pen loses Bluetooth and gesture controls.

• Camera tweaks – A new 50MP ultrawide camera and improved low-light video, but nothing mind-blowing.

• Design refresh – Curved corners make it comfier, but it now looks like every other phone.

• Charging compromise – Qi2 wireless charging support, but only with a special case.

AI is supposed to be the showstopper, but Galaxy AI features aren’t exclusive to this phone—many are coming to older models soon. Worse? Samsung might start charging for them in 2026.

The verdict: The S25 Ultra is still one of the best Android phones out there, but it’s missing that “Ultra” magic. If Samsung keeps trimming features without meaningful upgrades, the Ultra might just become another big phone.

Apple’s AR Glasses Dream Fades Away

Apple just ghosted its AR glasses project, codenamed N107, leaving Meta and others to dominate the smart eyewear race. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple struggled to make lightweight, affordable AR glasses that didn’t guzzle battery life. Initially planned to connect to an iPhone, the glasses required too much power, leading Apple to try pairing them with a Mac instead—which apparently didn’t impress execs.

What we’re missing out on:

• Virtual monitors anywhere – Like Vision Pro’s display expansion but without the $3,499 price tag.

• Tint-changing lenses – A subtle “do not disturb” signal for onlookers.

• No cameras, no mixed reality – A pure AR display experience, unlike the Vision Pro.

Apple also scrapped another AR glasses project in 2023, and the rumored Vision Pro 2 is on hold in favor of a cheaper version. Meanwhile, Meta, Google, and Samsung are pushing ahead—Meta’s next-gen Ray-Bans with displays and Oakley smart glasses are expected this year.

The takeaway: While Apple figures out its XR strategy, the competition is running laps around it.

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Buckle Up: Car Prices are Shifting into High Gear

If you were hoping to score a sweet deal on a new car, you might want to pump the brakes. The Trump administration just slapped a 25% tariff on vehicles imported from Canada and Mexico—meaning that the 5.3 million cars built there (70% of which end up in US driveways) are about to get pricier.

Automakers aren’t absorbing these costs out of the kindness of their hearts. Instead, they’re passing them right down to consumers. That might not mean an immediate sticker shock, but expect fewer dealer incentives and higher prices creeping in over time.

What this means for you:

• Higher prices ahead – A $25,000 car could see an extra $6,450 tacked on.

• Fewer dealer discounts – Say goodbye to those sweet incentives.

• Used cars could get pricier – Higher new car costs push up demand for used vehicles.

• EVs aren’t safe either – Tariffs on components could drive up costs.

S&P Global Mobility warns that rising prices may push buyers toward the used market—or delay purchases altogether. Meanwhile, automakers like Volkswagen and Ford are “monitoring the situation,” but don’t expect them to absorb these costs.

Bottom line: If you’re in the market for a car, you might want to buy sooner rather than later.

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