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SSPAI Morning Brief: Apple Rolls Out 26.4 Updates Across Platforms

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Morning Brief

  1. OnePlus 15T officially released
  2. Apple rolls out 26.4 updates across platforms
  3. Onyx launches P6+ and T10C+ e-ink readers
  4. Arm unveils its first in-house AGI CPU
  5. Claude Code/Cowork updated with computer control support
  6. Spotify begins testing SongDNA feature
  7. OpenAI announces Sora will be discontinued
  8. Android 17 introduces contact picker feature
  9. Hermès launches Paddock Yoyo portable wireless charger
  10. News Worth a Quick Look

OnePlus 15T officially released

On March 24, OnePlus unveiled the OnePlus 15T, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite (5th Gen) mobile platform, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra Pro RAM and 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. It features a 6.32-inch 165Hz flat display with ultra-slim 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, supports a 3200Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate, and incorporates the “Bright Eye Protection” technology co-developed for medical-grade displays. The device packs a 7500mAh “Glacier Battery,” supporting 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging, and is rated IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K for dust and water resistance. For imaging, it adopts the LUMO imaging system, featuring a 50MP IMX906 main camera and a 50MP 3.5x periscope telephoto lens, supporting up to 7x lossless zoom. On the software side, it runs ColorOS 16, integrates the G2 gaming network chip, Lingxi touch chip, and a 5150mm² VC cooling system, utilizing ultra-high-performance graphite with thermal conductivity up to 2100W/(m·K), combined with an ultra-thin capillary structure and dual-layer 3D dual-channel design. The device scores over 4.45 million on AnTuTu.

The OnePlus 15T is available in Healing White Chocolate, Relaxing Matcha, and Pure Cocoa, and will go on sale at 10:00 on March 25. Pricing starts at RMB 4,299 for 12GB+256GB, RMB 4,599 for 16GB+256GB, RMB 4,899 for 12GB+512GB, RMB 5,199 for 16GB+512GB, and RMB 5,699 for 16GB+1TB; with subsidies, the starting price drops to RMB 3,799. Source

Apple rolls out 26.4 updates across platforms

On March 25, Apple released updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and HomePod software. This update focuses on integrating numerous security patches while introducing several new features, including charging limit management for MacBook, the return of the “compact” tab view in Safari for macOS and iPadOS, and enabling Stolen Device Protection by default. It also adds new emoji under the Unicode 17.0 standard, introduces Playlist Playground for AI-generated Apple Music playlists, adds ambient music widgets, brings new creator studio tools to Freeform collaboration spaces, and fixes keyboard responsiveness issues on iOS during rapid typing.

Additionally, the App Store no longer requires mandatory shared payment methods. Apple has also released iOS 18.7.7 security updates for older devices such as the iPhone XS and XR, along with macOS 15.7.5 and 14.8.5 updates for older Macs to address known vulnerabilities. Source

Onyx launches P6+ and T10C+ e-ink readers

On March 24, Onyx introduced two new e-ink readers, the P6+ and T10C+, both powered by Qualcomm octa-core processors and running Boox OS based on Android 13. The P6+ adopts a smartphone-like form factor, supports an optional stylus, and features a 6.13-inch 300PPI monochrome e-ink display with dual-tone front light and tempered glass protection. It comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, expandable via microSD card up to 2TB, includes dual microphones, a single speaker, a 3950mAh battery, and weighs approximately 175g.

The T10C+ features a tablet-like design with a 10.3-inch Kaleido3 color e-ink display (300PPI monochrome, 150PPI color), weighs around 420g, and includes a 3700mAh battery. It comes with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, quad microphones, dual speakers, and multiple AI features.

In terms of pricing, the P6+ is available at a limited-time launch price of RMB 1,999, while the T10C+ is priced at RMB 3,499. Both will be available for purchase starting at 20:00 on March 25. Source

Arm unveils its first in-house AGI CPU

On March 24, Arm announced the launch of its first in-house data center chip, the Arm AGI CPU, marking the company’s first move into chip manufacturing beyond its traditional licensing business. The Arm AGI CPU is built on the Arm Neoverse CPU IP architecture and is designed specifically for AI data center inference workloads. It was co-developed by Arm and Meta, aiming to work in tandem with Meta’s training and inference accelerators. Initial partners include Meta, OpenAI, Cerebras, and Cloudflare. The CPU is capable of managing thousands of distributed tasks, handling memory and storage management, workload scheduling, and cross-system data migration. Development of the product began in 2023, and it has now entered the mass production preparation stage with orders open. Source

Claude Code/Cowork updated with computer control support

On March 24, Anthropic announced new computer control capabilities for Claude Code and Claude Cowork. With user authorization, Claude Code and Claude Cowork can perform actions such as opening files, launching browsers, and running development tools. Tasks are prioritized through native connectors like Google Workspace or Slack, and if no corresponding plugin is available, operations can be executed directly at the system level. In terms of security, Claude must request user permission before taking actions, though the company still recommends avoiding handling sensitive information at this stage. The feature is currently released as a research preview on macOS and is limited to Claude Pro and Claude Max subscribers. This update also introduces Dispatch, enabling continuous conversations across mobile and desktop devices. Source

Spotify begins testing SongDNA feature

On March 24, Spotify rolled out a new experimental feature called SongDNA to global premium users. Integrated into the Now Playing view, SongDNA aims to visualize relationships between tracks through a connected graph, showcasing information such as sampling sources, producers, and collaborators. Its data combines official catalogs provided by artists and labels with community-sourced contributions, allowing users to directly save automatically generated collaboration tracklists as playlists. The feature is currently in beta testing within the mobile app and is expected to be fully available to all Premium subscribers in April. Source

OpenAI announces Sora will be discontinued

On March 25, OpenAI announced that it will shut down its video generation app Sora, which was launched at the end of 2024, stating that a timeline for the app and API shutdown, as well as details on content preservation, will be released soon. Since its preview in February 2024 and official release in December, Sora gained widespread attention for its photorealistic visuals, audio synthesis, and face-swapping capabilities. According to previous reports, the shutdown stems from internal strategic adjustments at OpenAI, with leadership emphasizing during an all-hands meeting a renewed focus on commercial and productivity applications, rather than what application lead Fidji Simo previously referred to as “side projects.” Source

Android 17 introduces contact picker feature

On March 24, Google announced the introduction of a new “Contact Picker” API in Android 17. The API is designed to enhance privacy protection and simplify contact sharing by allowing users to grant apps access only to selected contacts instead of full contact list permissions. It also supports granular data requests (such as requesting only phone numbers or email fields), multi-select mode, and customizable selection limits. Data is shared via temporary Session URIs to ensure it is not retained unnecessarily. In addition, the API is compatible with work profiles, cloned apps, and private space scenarios. Source

Hermès launches Paddock Yoyo portable wireless charger

On March 24, Hermès announced the launch of the Paddock Yoyo portable wireless charger, which can charge both Apple Watch and iPhone simultaneously. The device features a yo-yo-inspired design, crafted with Swift calfskin and traditional saddle stitching. Both sides are functional: one side offers a 15W magnetic charging surface for iPhone, while the other side integrates a dedicated magnetic charging module for Apple Watch. The central section allows a USB-C cable to be neatly wrapped and stored, making it easy to carry in a bag. The Paddock Yoyo portable wireless charger is priced at $1,750. Source

News Worth a Quick Look

  • Mozilla.ai engineer Peter Wilson has released an AI agent knowledge-sharing project called cq, described as a “Stack Overflow for agents.” The project aims to address issues such as outdated API calls caused by training gaps, incomplete RAG coverage, and redundant token consumption by multiple agents solving the same problems. cq introduces a “Commons” mechanism, allowing agents to query existing experience before handling unfamiliar tasks (such as API integration or CI/CD configuration), and to contribute new knowledge after discovering it, with trust built through usage rather than authority. The project is currently in the proof-of-concept stage, offering plugins for Claude Code and OpenCode, a local knowledge management MCP service, team-shared APIs, and a human review interface. Source
  • A jury in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has ruled that Meta Platforms bears legal responsibility in a lawsuit involving child exploitation and platform safety. The case was filed in 2023 by the New Mexico Attorney General, accusing Meta of falsely promoting the safety of its products despite knowing that its platforms (including Facebook and Instagram) posed risks of addiction and sexual exploitation among minors. After a seven-week trial, the jury found Meta in violation of two provisions of the New Mexico Unfair Practices Act and imposed a total fine of $375 million. Meta spokesperson Andy Stone stated that the company disagrees with the verdict and plans to appeal. Meta is also facing similar social media addiction lawsuits in Los Angeles and joint legal actions from dozens of U.S. states over alleged harm to adolescent health. Source
  • According to confirmation from 9to5Google, OnePlus is expected to cease operations in most parts of Europe as early as April 2026. Some employees have reportedly received severance packages, and India CEO Robin Liu has stepped down and returned to China. This strategic contraction is believed to be related to internal realignment within parent company OPPO and the end of its partnership with Hasselblad, alongside cost inflation caused by shortages of storage components, further intensifying pressure on brand transformation. Although OnePlus has reiterated that it will continue to provide after-sales support and software updates for existing users, future products are expected to focus primarily on the Chinese domestic market. Source
  • A hacking tool named DarkSword has reportedly been leaked on GitHub. Built with HTML and JavaScript, the tool has an extremely low technical barrier, allowing attackers to deploy it easily without specialized iOS expertise through simple copy-and-host methods. Its core functionality involves using HTTP protocols to extract and exfiltrate forensic data from iOS devices, including contacts, messages, call logs, and sensitive keychain data such as stored Wi-Fi passwords. Technically, it requires injecting a process with file system access and transferring collected data to a remote server during the post-exploitation phase. The tool primarily targets devices running iOS 18 and earlier versions. According to Apple, about 25% of active users have yet to upgrade to the latest iOS 26, leaving them vulnerable. Apple released an emergency security patch on March 11 for older devices that cannot upgrade to the latest system. Source
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