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BMW has introduced a new iDrive system featuring a 3D heads-up display that spans the entire windshield, eliminating the traditional gauge cluster. The system, which will debut in an electric SUV at the end of 2025, includes augmented reality navigation, a customizable infotainment screen and a redesigned steering wheel with haptic feedback.

Disney's three-year deal with OpenAI, which includes a $1 billion investment and the use of Sora technology for short-form video on Disney+, could transform content creation by allowing users to interact with and create content featuring iconic characters. Such a move raises questions about the future of professional content and the role of AI in the entertainment industry.

It's a running joke that our smart devices are listening to us—but maybe it's not so funny. Smart Home Series writer Brandon Doyle cautions that popular voice assistant devices are collecting and monetizing data in ways that may not be apparent to users. He offers 5 tips to help you and your clients address privacy concerns and discusses a professionally installed alternative that offers advanced privacy controls.

Android Authority writer Andy Walker shares his top Android apps for 2025, including Octopi Launcher for foldable phones, Nobook as a lightweight Facebook alternative and Banana Browser for enhanced video handling, among them. Other notables: OSS Document Scanner, whoBIRD, Tomato and Stellarium.

Automation and smart software are essential for scaling and maintaining reliable electric v