New gadgets from Meta and a messenger from SpaceX: what’s new in the IT sphere this week

We are sharing with you the latest news from the IT sphere that you should know about.

Google released the Magnifier app for people with low vision

The Magnifier app makes it easier for people with low vision to read small or dimly lit text. Google Magnifier features a simple user interface: the screen displays image zoom buttons, a shutter or stop-frame button, flash on/off buttons, and a switch between the front and rear cameras.

Source: kapital.kz

Canva introduces a new AI-powered design toolset

To celebrate its tenth anniversary, the web design platform Canva launched Magic Studio — a new toolset for AI-based design that will simplify content creation.

Canva describes Magic Studio as “the world’s most comprehensive artificial intelligence platform” for organizations and users, providing new tools to automate labor-intensive tasks.

Source: digitalbusiness.kz

Starlink to launch cellular service

SpaceX plans to launch a text messaging service in 2024. A year later, it will support voice messages and the Internet of Things.

The system will use Starlink’s growing satellite network. SpaceX plans to equip its satellites with an “advanced eNodeB modem.” As a result, they can become “a cellular tower in space providing network integration similar to a standard roaming partner.”

Source: habr.com

Sony unveils PlayStation 5 Slim

Sales will begin in November, offering two versions: with a disc drive and without. In the latter case, games can be downloaded to the console from the PlayStation Store. Additionally, the company will sell a detachable disc drive module that can be connected to the Digital version. This accessory will cost $80.

Source: habr.com

Meta creates augmented reality glasses

Meta presented its new augmented reality glasses, Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. The smart glasses feature a virtual assistant, Meta AI, which will be used to create a chatbot for the messenger and Instagram.

Source: @aleko.so

Quantum by Citix creates “smart” AdTech gadgets

Quantum by Citix has launched a product called Shark — “smart” gadgets installed on taxi roofs that digitize the city. Using cameras and sensors, Shark collects real-time data about Almaty to create a digital twin of the city. This digital twin will combine all information about buildings, terrain, and natural features.

Another key function of Shark is targeted ad management based on weather, time of day, audience, and geolocation.

Source: digitalbusiness.kz

Remote verification based on VisionLabs technology implemented in the “Elkart Mobile” app

Kyrgyz payment system “Elkart” has launched remote facial biometric verification in its mobile app using VisionLabs technology, one of the world leaders in biometric identification and machine learning.

Now, confirming transactions in the mobile app takes fractions of a second — simply look into the camera, and facial recognition technology will verify the user’s identity.

Source: economist.kg