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  • SSPAI Morning Brief: SpaceX Opens Colossus 1 AI Supercomputer to Anthropic, Expanding Claude Capacity Worldwide

    SSPAI Morning Brief: SpaceX Opens Colossus 1 AI Supercomputer to Anthropic, Expanding Claude Capacity Worldwide

    Morning Brief

    1. Google unveils Fitbit Air
    2. Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 / 4 Gen 5 mobile platforms
    3. Google announces the shutdown of Project Mariner
    4. SpaceX opens its large-scale AI supercomputer Colossus 1 to Anthropic
    5. Adobe Acrobat launches PDF Spaces
    6. News Worth a Quick Look

    Google unveils Fitbit Air

    On May 7, Google officially unveiled Fitbit Air, a minimalist fitness band with no screen and no physical buttons, designed around seamless and unobtrusive health tracking.

    Fitbit Air weighs 5.2 grams on its own and 12 grams with the wristband attached, offering up to seven days of battery life. The device includes an optical heart rate sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, blood oxygen sensor, and skin temperature sensor. It can monitor heart rate, sleep, daily activity, calorie burn, workouts, blood oxygen saturation, skin temperature, and heart rate variability, while also providing atrial fibrillation alerts. Fitbit Air will integrate with the new Google Health App and Google Health Coach service to deliver personalized health insights and recommendations.

    Google positions Fitbit Air as an entry-level companion health device rather than a replacement for smartwatches like the Google Pixel Watch. The company says the product is better suited for use alongside a smartwatch — for example, wearing a smartwatch during the day and switching to Fitbit Air at night for sleep tracking. The standard version is priced at $99 and includes three months of Google Health Premium membership. Pre-orders are now open ahead of its official release on May 26. A special edition model is priced at $129.99, while replacement wristbands start at $34.99. Source

    Google also announced that the Fitbit App will be renamed Google Health, and plans to release a data migration tool later this year to help users transfer data from Google Fit to Google Health.

    According to reports, Google Fit was first launched in 2014 and once served as the primary health-tracking platform for Android wearables. However, following the launch of the Pixel Watch, Fitbit gradually became Google’s core platform for collecting, tracking, and analyzing health data. Google Fit had already stopped opening its APIs to new developers and is expected to be gradually phased out starting in 2026.

    With the launch of Google Health, several Fitbit features will also be removed or adjusted. Removed features include the monthly Sleep Profile animals, snore detection on Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 devices, Estimated Oxygen Variation, Premium-exclusive recipes, badges, messaging, groups, and community feeds. Stress Score will be replaced by “Resilience,” while Cardio Fitness Score will be renamed VO2 Max. Daily cardio targets will also shift toward personalized weekly goals.

    Google will also adjust how social profiles are displayed within Google Health. User profiles will switch to showing Google account names and profile photos, while removing information such as gender, height, weight, location, and friends lists. Source

    Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 / 4 Gen 5 mobile platforms

    On May 7, Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 mobile platforms. Devices powered by the two new chips are expected to launch in the second half of this year.

    Both platforms introduce Snapdragon Smooth Motion UI, a feature focused on improving interface smoothness for mid-range and entry-level devices. Qualcomm says the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 improves app launch speeds by 20% while reducing display stutter by 18%; meanwhile, the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 boosts app launch speeds by 43% and reduces stutter by 25%.

    In terms of specifications, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 carries the model number SM6850 and is built on a 4nm process. It features four 2.6GHz performance cores and four 2.0GHz efficiency cores, alongside a GPU with 21% improved performance. The platform supports up to 16GB of LPDDR4X-4200 or LPDDR5-6400 memory, as well as UFS 3.1 storage. Displays are supported up to FHD+ at 144Hz. Cellular download speeds can reach up to 2.8Gbps, with optional Wi-Fi 7 support. On the imaging side, the chip includes dual 12-bit DSPs and supports capturing photos up to 200 megapixels. The USB interface remains limited to 480Mbps, equivalent to USB 2.0.

    The Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, model number SM4850, is also built on a 4nm process. It features two 2.4GHz performance cores and six 2.0GHz efficiency cores, while GPU performance has been improved by 77%. The platform supports LPDDR4X-4267 memory and dual-channel UFS 3.1 storage. Display support extends up to FHD+ at 144Hz or HD+ at 120Hz. Cellular connectivity offers download speeds up to 2.8Gbps and upload speeds up to 900Mbps. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.1. Like the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, it also features dual 12-bit DSPs, with support for photos up to 108 megapixels. The USB interface is likewise capped at 480Mbps. Source

    Google Shuts Down Project Mariner

    On May 4, Google announced the shutdown of its experimental web automation project Project Mariner. However, the technologies developed for the project have not been abandoned, and have instead been integrated into core products such as Gemini Agent and AI Mode.

    Project Mariner first debuted in December 2024 as a web automation agent capable of performing multi-step tasks across websites on behalf of users, including information retrieval, web interactions, and workflow execution. Through subsequent iterations, the project eventually gained the ability to handle up to 10 concurrent tasks simultaneously.

    Over the past year, Google gradually incorporated Project Mariner’s core capabilities into its broader ecosystem. The agent functionality has already been integrated into Gemini Agent, allowing it to perform tasks such as archiving emails and booking hotels on behalf of users. Similar capabilities have also been introduced into AI Mode within Google Search to strengthen task execution in search-related scenarios. Source

    SpaceX opens its large-scale AI supercomputer Colossus 1 to Anthropic

    On May 6, SpaceX and Anthropic announced that they had signed a partnership agreement. Under the deal, Anthropic will gain access to the full computing capacity of SpaceX’s Colossus 1 data center in order to expand service availability for paid Claude subscribers.

    Anthropic stated that the additional compute power will be used directly to increase usage limits for Claude Pro and Claude Max subscribers, with higher quotas taking effect immediately. Specifically, the five-hour usage limits for Claude Code under the Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans will double. Pro and Max users will also no longer see reduced Claude Code rate limits during peak hours. In addition, API rate limits for the Claude Opus model will be significantly increased.

    Colossus 1 is reportedly considered one of the world’s largest and fastest-deployed AI supercomputers. As part of the partnership, Anthropic also expressed interest in collaborating on the development of multi-gigawatt orbital AI computing infrastructure. Source

    Adobe Acrobat launches PDF Spaces

    On May 6, Adobe announced the launch of PDF Spaces within Acrobat. The new feature transforms static documents into interactive AI workspaces designed to improve collaboration and information discovery during document sharing.

    According to Adobe, users can upload PDFs, documents, links, and notes into PDF Spaces, then ask the AI assistant to generate summaries, audio overviews, branded presentations, or customized chatbots. Once a custom space is created, the AI agent automatically structures the content, while senders can continue adding multimedia elements and adjusting key focus areas. After sharing, recipients can interact with the customized AI Assistant directly to retrieve important information and support decision-making. The system can also automatically generate audio summaries to help recipients quickly identify key points.

    Adobe says the feature is designed to address the lack of interaction and analytics in traditional document sharing workflows, particularly in scenarios such as sales proposals, marketing, and human resources. For example, sales teams can upload product materials and let AI generate interactive experiences containing product details and profit margin analysis. Clients can then explore the information directly through AI conversations instead of reading lengthy documents manually. Individual users can also use the feature to organize travel plans or event information. PDF Spaces is now available in Acrobat Express and Acrobat Studio. Source

    News Worth a Quick Look

    • During a financial earnings call, Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro announced that Disney+ will gradually evolve from a standalone streaming service into a “super app” for the broader Disney ecosystem. Under the plan, the redesigned Disney+ will integrate multiple mobile services currently spread across separate apps, becoming the primary gateway into the Disney ecosystem. In addition to watching movies and TV shows, users will eventually be able to book theme park tickets, purchase merchandise, and play games directly within the app. Source
    • Codex now supports directly controlling the Google Chrome browser through its Windows and macOS desktop clients. Source
  • SSPAI Morning Brief: SpaceX Secures Priority to Acquire Cursor in $60 Billion AI Coding Deal

    SSPAI Morning Brief: SpaceX Secures Priority to Acquire Cursor in $60 Billion AI Coding Deal

    Morning Brief

    1. Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance unveils multiple vehicle models
    2. Framework introduces a range of new products
    3. Hisense launches the Xiaomo E5S TV series
    4. Razer releases the Atlas Pro glass mousepad
    5. SpaceX gains priority rights to acquire Cursor

    Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance unveils multiple vehicle models

    On April 22, Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance held its spring launch event, unveiling several new and updated vehicle models.

    Among them, the AITO M6 is positioned as a next-generation smart SUV, with a starting price of RMB 259,800. It comes standard with a 896-line LiDAR system, offers seven exterior color options and multiple interior configurations, and measures 4960×1985×1736 mm with a 2950 mm wheelbase and a drag coefficient of 0.239Cd.

    Inside, the vehicle features newly designed ergonomic seats, with zero-gravity mode for the front row and ventilation, heating, and power adjustment for the second row, along with a 17.3-inch entertainment screen. The pure electric version is equipped with a 100 kWh battery pack, offering up to 760 km CLTC range, while the extended-range version delivers up to 1,605 km combined range. The entire lineup includes Huawei ADS 4.1 intelligent driving system, an advanced chassis system, and multiple structural safety designs, along with 35 storage compartments and a 202L front trunk. Source

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    The Z7 and Z7T were officially launched, with starting prices of RMB 219,800 and RMB 229,800, respectively. The new models offer various color, wheel, and interior combinations, measuring 5036×1976×1465 mm with a 3000 mm wheelbase. They feature a floating display, Harmony ALPS Health Cabin 2.0, and zero-gravity seats for both driver and passenger.

    Both models are built on Huawei’s Whale 800V battery platform, offering single- and dual-motor configurations, with a top speed of 242 km/h and a maximum range of 905 km. They come standard with dual-path 896-line LiDAR and a full-dimension collision avoidance 4.0 system, supporting multi-scenario perception and obstacle avoidance. The trunk capacity can expand up to 1694L and is complemented by a front trunk and additional storage solutions. Source

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    The Zhijie V9 was announced for pre-orders at the spring launch event, with a starting price of RMB 399,800. Customers can place a RMB 5,000 deposit to receive a RMB 10,000 discount on the final payment.

    This model is built on Huawei’s Tuling MPV platform, featuring a double-wishbone front suspension and H-arm multi-link rear suspension, with rear-wheel steering standard across all versions and a minimum turning radius of 5.35 meters. Inside, it includes a 12.3-inch instrument panel, dual 17.2-inch central displays, and a 21.4-inch ceiling-mounted screen, along with full-scenario NFC, acoustic glass, and independent audio zones. The second-row zero-gravity seats support multiple modes, and the cabin offers 52 storage spaces. The vehicle also features a constant-temperature smart refrigerator and an onboard oxygen generator with multi-zone adjustment.

    In terms of safety, all models come standard with 13 airbags and reinforced structural designs. The first batch of display vehicles has already arrived at dealerships. Source

    Further viewing: Early hands-on experience with Zhijie V9

    The flagship luxury SUV AITO M9 has also officially opened for reservations, offering a standard version and an Ultimate extended version, with starting pre-sale prices of RMB 499,800 and RMB 669,800, respectively.

    The standard version measures 5285/2026/1845 mm with a 3125 mm wheelbase, while the extended version measures 5402/2026/1845 mm with a 3236 mm wheelbase.

    The new model offers 4-, 5-, and 6-seat configurations and supports a 360° cinematic viewing system. It is built on the latest Tuling fully active chassis platform, featuring a Gemini full-redundancy architecture with over 30 redundancy designs. The powertrain uses Huawei’s dual silicon carbide electric drive system, delivering over 900 horsepower, and debuts the Huawei Whale battery platform.

    For intelligent driving, it is equipped with a six-LiDAR matrix and ADS 5 system, along with full-color smart light projection, Vehicle-to-Environment communication system 3.0, and integrated “space-ground-network” connectivity. Source

    Product appearance images, from Harmony Intelligent Mobility

    Framework introduces a range of new products

    On April 22, modular computer maker Framework unveiled several new hardware products.

    The new Framework Laptop 13 Pro continues the company’s modular design philosophy, offering full Linux support (with a pre-installed Ubuntu option) and positioning itself as a “MacBook Pro for Linux users.” It is powered by third-generation Intel Core Ultra “Panther Lake” processors, with options including Ultra 5 325, Ultra X7 358H, and Ultra X9 388H (AMD Ryzen AI 300 is also available). The latter two Intel configurations support LPDDR5X only, and to maintain memory upgradability, Framework has introduced LPCAMM2 memory modules running at 7467 MT/s. The Laptop 13 Pro also features a PCIe Gen5 M.2 2280 SSD slot and a performance-optimized 13.5-inch 2880 × 1920 LTPS matte touchscreen with a 30–120Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB coverage, and up to 700 nits brightness. It comes with a full CNC aluminum chassis, a 1.5mm travel keyboard, a haptic touchpad, side-mounted Dolby Atmos speakers, a 74Wh battery rated for 1,000 cycles, and a 100W GaN power adapter. Pricing starts at $1,199 for the base configuration. Source

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    Another release is the OCuLink 8i development kit for the Framework Laptop 16. This kit converts PCIe Gen4 ×8 DGFF to a standard OCuLink 8i interface, enabling high-speed external PCIe devices (such as external GPUs) without the performance loss typically associated with protocols like Thunderbolt. As a result, the Framework Laptop 16 becomes the first laptop to support OCuLink 8i. The development kit includes an OCuLink adapter board, a graphics module base, and a PCIe OCuLink dock, allowing users to install various expansion cards and reuse existing Framework discrete GPU modules.

    In addition, Framework previewed a wireless keyboard with an integrated touchpad, developed in collaboration with its long-term partner Lite-On. This device combines keyboard and cursor input in a single unit. The keyboard features a slim yet durable design, with a “transparent exploration” bottom panel. It offers 19mm key spacing and 1.5mm key travel, along with a 68.8 × 85.6 mm precision touchpad supporting multi-touch gestures. Powered by the Nordic nRF54LM20A controller and running open-source ZMK firmware, it supports USB-C wired connections as well as Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity for up to four devices. Source

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    Hisense launches the Xiaomo E5S TV series

    On April 22, Hisense unveiled the Xiaomo E5S series TVs, including the RGB Mini LED–focused Xiaomo E5S Pro and the upgraded Mini LED model Xiaomo E5S. Both models bring notable improvements in display, local dimming, anti-reflection, audio, and smart interaction capabilities.

    Among them, the Xiaomo E5S Pro adopts RGB Mini LED display technology, supporting direct output of RGB primary colors. According to the company, it achieves 100% BT.2020 color gamut, 100% color purity, and 89% color volume, while reducing harmful blue light wavelengths by 42% at the source and lowering overall power consumption by 30%. The model is equipped with up to 4,680 local dimming zones, reaches XDR Pro brightness of 3000 nits, and features the Hi-View AI image processor, supporting 3D light-color control, natural halo optimization, and near-4K reconstruction for low-resolution content.

    For the display, the Xiaomo E5S Pro uses the Ink Crystal Screen 2.0, with a reflectivity as low as 2.6%, supporting native 4K at 180Hz and a 330Hz interpolation mode, along with HDMI 2.1 support. The audio system is co-developed with Devialet, featuring a 2.1.2 channel setup with peak power of 165W and a built-in subwoofer. The Xiaomo E5S model, meanwhile, includes 1,560 local dimming zones and up to 4200 nits peak brightness, while also featuring the Ink Crystal Screen 2.0, Hi-View AI processor, Devialet audio, and native 4K 180Hz refresh rate.

    Product appearance images, from Hisense

    In terms of pricing, the Xiaomo E5S Pro is priced (after subsidies) at RMB 4,499 for 55-inch, RMB 5,999 for 65-inch, RMB 7,799 for 75-inch, RMB 8,999 for 85-inch, and RMB 14,999 for 100-inch models. The Xiaomo E5S is priced (after subsidies) at RMB 3,999 for 55-inch, RMB 4,999 for 65-inch, RMB 6,499 for 75-inch, RMB 7,799 for 85-inch, and RMB 12,999 for 100-inch models. Both series are eligible for trade-in subsidies and launch-period benefits such as installation and warranty services. Source

    Razer releases the Atlas Pro glass mousepad

    On April 22, Razer announced the Atlas Pro glass gaming mousepad. This product reduces the overall thickness of a glass mousepad to under 2mm for the first time, with the glass layer measuring 1.1mm. The Atlas Pro measures 500mm × 400mm, features a full anti-slip rubber base, and CNC-machined rounded edges. Its glass surface offers low friction, is coated with a dirt-resistant protective layer, and reaches a Mohs hardness of 9H. With 2μm micro-texture etching, it is optimized for precise tracking by optical mouse sensors. The product is priced at RMB 1,199. Source

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    SpaceX gains priority rights to acquire Cursor

    Recently, SpaceX, AI company xAI, and social platform X are preparing for a combined initial public offering (IPO), while also working closely with Cursor to build a world-class AI platform for coding and knowledge work. As part of the collaboration, Cursor will grant SpaceX the right to acquire the company later this year at a valuation of $60 billion, or alternatively receive $10 billion for continued cooperation. Source