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Last updated: August 3, 2026, 8:32 AM ET

Apple Acquires Plasma Solve for Device Enclosure Technology

Apple has acquired Czech company Plasma Solve, which specializes in software for optimizing the manufacturing of scratch-resistant metallic coatings (REF:1). This acquisition is likely intended to enhance Apple's capabilities in creating thin and durable device enclosures (REF:1).

Duck Duck Go's Privacy-Focused Glasses and Apple's AI Future

DuckDuckGo is reportedly developing privacy-focused glasses that will feature zero cameras and no notifications (REF:2). Meanwhile, Apple is still debating the inclusion of a camera in its own upcoming glasses product (REF:2). Concerns have also been raised about the potential costs associated with heavy Siri AI usage, following a comment from Apple CEO Tim Cook during an earnings call (REF:3).