Gear News of the Week: Apple’s AI Wearable and a Phone That Can Boot Android, Linux, and Windows (www.wired.com)

Apple is reportedly transforming its Siri voice assistant into an AI chatbot named Campos, powered by Google's Gemini models. This change aims to reinvigorate Apple's AI efforts following a disappointing rollout of Apple Intelligence with the iPhone 16. Scheduled for integration across iPhone, Mac, and iPad in upcoming updates, the new Siri is expected to be formally unveiled at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2024. Alongside this, rumors suggest a new AI wearable device the size of an AirTag, expected to launch in 2027, which could enhance user interaction through advanced functionalities tied to the revamped Siri experience. In the hardware sphere, Nex Computer has introduced the NexPhone, a multifunctional smartphone capable of dual-booting Android, Linux, and Windows. With specifications that include a Qualcomm QCM64490 chip, 12 GB of RAM, and a 6.58-inch display, the device targets users who need diverse OS capabilities, appealing as a secondary phone for work. While it may not physically compete with flagship models, its unique selling point of supporting three operating systems at once makes it a notable innovation. This week's developments highlight a growing trend in the tech industry where AI functionalities and cross-platform capabilities are prioritized to enhance user experiences.