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X-Bow Selected by CoAspire to Provide Booster Motors for U.S. Navy CHAOS Program

2026-10-28T01:19:01.325+01:00

X-Bow Systems Inc (X-Bow®), a U.S. manufacturer of solid rocket motors (SRMs), today announced it has been selected by prime contractor CoAspire to develop and produce the ground launched SRM booster motors for the U.S. Navy's new Coalition Heterogeneous Affordable Offensive Strike (CHAOS) program.

The CHAOS program is designed to deliver an affordable, mass-producible cruise missile to U.S. allies, providing a versatile strike capability against land and maritime targets to build collective deterrence and reduce reliance on expensive legacy stockpiles.

This selection is the latest of seven new propulsion programs X-Bow has won in 2026, spanning the Navy, Army, and Missile Defense Agency. The award builds on the company's recently completed first major production contract, which delivered more than 2,100 combat-ready rocket motors — a tangible demonstration of the "production is deterrence" capacity the nation needs.

"Rebuilding the nation's arsenal demands a fundamentally different industrial base," said Jason Hundley, Founder and CEO of X-Bow. "Our digital-first manufacturing and proprietary Additive Manufacturing of Solid Propellant™ technology are built to deliver advanced, reliable systems at a cost and velocity the legacy industry can't match."

"CoAspire is thrilled to support the U.S. Navy with this much-needed, affordable, mid-range maritime strike weapon," said Doug Denneny, CEO, owner, and founder. "We, and our 56 first-tier suppliers across almost every state, are excited to support PMX-201, NAVAIR, and our coalition partners with an affordable cruise missile solution."

SOURCE X-Bow Systems

DECKED Expands Signature Drawer System to America's Most Popular SUVs

2026-10-28T01:00:34.707+01:00

DECKED built its name by keeping truck beds organized and accessible. For years, that meant the company's signature Drawer System was built just for pickup trucks. Today, DECKED is confirming that the Drawer System now fits a full lineup of SUVs, including the Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Land Cruiser and Toyota FJ Cruiser.

The expansion brings DECKED's hero product to a group of drivers who've been asking for it: hunters, overlanders, outdoor enthusiasts and tradespeople who drive SUVs, but still need serious cargo organization.

"We built the Drawer System for people who need their gear safely stored and easily accessible, no matter what they drive," said Bill Banta, CEO of DECKED. "A lot of our customers who work on job sites or spend their weekends in the backcountry drive SUVs. This provides them with the same system that hundreds of thousands of truck owners already love, built to fit their SUV."

How It Works

A heavy-duty top tray holds up to 300 lbs for stacking gear or tying down bulky loads
A single oversized drawer holds up to 150 lbs and stays shut even on steep grades
Built from high density polyethylene and stainless steel hardware, this product adopts DECKED's durability standards.
An optional combo lockset adds an extra layer of security.
Installation takes about 30 minutes using factory tie-down points. No drilling, no modifications
Works with DECKED's full line of cases and bins for added organization

A Growing Lineup
DECKED first brought the Drawer System to the 5th generation Toyota 4Runner and 4-door Ford Bronco in July 2026, then added the 6th generation 4Runner and Toyota Land Cruiser in September. The Jeep Wrangler JL and JK and the Toyota FJ Cruiser round out the lineup as the newest models to get the system.

Each Drawer System is built to match a specific vehicle's make, model and year. Full specs, images and fitment details are live now at decked.com.

DECKED makes products built for the people who count on them every day. Every Drawer System is backed by a lifetime warranty and comes from a company that's been proudly made in America since 2014.

SOURCE DECKED

Cherokee Federal Named 2026 Team Osprey Supplier of the Year

2026-10-28T00:54:24.928+01:00

Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, has been named the 2026 Team Osprey Supplier of the Year by Team Osprey, a collaborative group of industry, government and military leaders dedicated to supporting the V-22 Osprey program. The award recognizes exceptional performance, partnership and commitment to the aircraft program and was announced during the 2026 Annual Team Osprey Working Group Conference, which brings together leaders and suppliers from across the V-22 industrial base.

For more than 20 years, Cherokee Federal has supplied electrical wire harnesses and cables for the V-22 Osprey, a military tiltrotor aircraft used by U.S. forces worldwide. The work is performed by Cherokee Federal employees in Stilwell, Oklahoma, on the Cherokee Nation reservation. The company earned this year's recognition for its responsiveness, consistent delivery of quality products on schedule, and proactive investments to strengthen production and long-term sustainment.

"Our more than two decades of support for the V-22 program reflects the trust our customers and partners place in Cherokee Federal and, most importantly, in our people," said Tom Watson, president of Cherokee Federal. "This recognition belongs to the team whose consistency, craftsmanship and commitment to quality and the mission have earned that trust year after year. We're proud to continue investing in the capabilities that strengthen readiness, support the warfighter and create meaningful impact for our customers and the Cherokee Nation."

Cherokee Federal was recognized in part for its collaborative approach to overcoming production challenges and continuously improving performance. The company has secured long-lead materials to help protect production schedules while investing in capital equipment and automation aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing costs in future procurements.

"This award is especially meaningful because it recognizes the people behind this work and the responsibility they carry every day," said Chris Moody, Executive General Manager at Cherokee Federal. "For more than two decades, our team in Stilwell has proudly supported the V-22 program from right here on the Cherokee Nation reservation. There's a tremendous sense of pride in knowing our employees' skill and craftsmanship contribute to an important mission for our military and the warfighters who depend on it."

Cherokee Federal is also contributing to future sustainment and nacelle improvement initiatives focused on V-22 readiness, reliability and maintainability. The work supports broader efforts to keep the aircraft capable, affordable and supportable throughout its lifecycle.

Cherokee Federal continues to work alongside Bell Boeing to support the V-22 program and its evolving sustainment needs.

SOURCE Cherokee Federal

A World First, Beacon AI Flies Murdock Its AI Pilot Assistant System Aboard Operational USAF Tankers

2026-10-28T00:47:32.410+01:00

Beacon AI, a California-based aviation software technology company, announced the flight of Murdock, its AI pilot assistant system, aboard three operational U.S. Air Force KC-46A Pegasus aircraft over five flights and approximately 20 hours of flight time in August and September 2026, under a U.S. Air Force AFWERX Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) contract with Air Mobility Command (AMC). The flights began during Emerald Flag at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, and continued at two additional airfields, including a civil airport.

Beacon believes Murdock is the first commercially developed AI pilot assistant system to fly aboard multiple operational aircraft, providing advisory capabilities to aircrews in flight and used without modifying the aircraft's certified flight-critical systems.

Beacon built its connected aviation intelligence platform to adapt to different aircraft. Murdock is the in-cockpit element: a modular compute and crew-interface system that reads from certified avionics buses, advises the crew, and records every flight. It connects to Lighthouse, Beacon's cloud-based fleet data platform and web application, via satellite communication. Together, Murdock and Lighthouse generate the data used to build safety and efficiency features for aircraft operators and deploy them directly, turning reactive safety into proactive features.

An operational aircraft, not a testbed

Most advances in AI for aviation to date have been made on dedicated test aircraft, privately or government-owned. Murdock flew on aircraft already assigned to operational units, flown by fleet aircrews, connecting through an interface the Air Force already fields.

Fleet adoption is important for Beacon's data flywheel; flying the aircraft across multiple aircraft and airfields with different procedures and airspace is the first step. The main push is toward Fleet Learning, where flight data scales, improving features for everyone and making the platform more capable and helpful for operators.

Matt Cox, Co-Founder and CEO, Beacon AI

"The KC-46 flight is a massively important step, as it demonstrates capabilities that can provide value to crews today. The right way to bring a system like this into the cockpit is to do so progressively: put it in the hands of real crews on real missions, build on what it already does well, and expand its capabilities as operational experience and evidence support it. That work should not happen on only one aircraft or one mission set. Each platform can start building experience and delivering value now while contributing to a broader foundation of trust and reliability. And at every stage, the crew retains authority"

Tiffany Robinson, AFWERX Growth Stage Investment Lead

"This investment shows how AFWERX uses the Tactical Funding Increase program to align Department of the Air Force funding, matching investment and operational needs to advance promising technologies toward operational use," said Tiffany Robinson, AFWERX growth stage investment lead. "By supporting capabilities that improve decision-making and operational efficiency, we are advancing the Department of War's critical technology priorities and the Department of the Air Force's focus on accelerating capability delivery, modernizing the force and strengthening the industrial base."

Aviation autonomy 2.0 is hardware-lite

The first generation of aviation autonomy inherited many assumptions from self-driving cars: heavy hardware retrofits meant to take over flight control. A second approach has emerged: hardware-lite systems that augment the crew rather than replace or override them, working through software and data rather than actuators and flight controls.

These flights demonstrated Level 2 assistance in Beacon's framework, where the system advises, and the crew decides. Beacon calls this building R2-D2 for pilots. The governing principle remained the same on these flights: the crew retains authority. This approach aligns with how aviation is likely to modernize flight decks in the coming years, with humans and software working together as teammates.

Aviation's advances have come through defense first

In the 122 years since the first powered flight, most of aviation's foundational advances first reached the flight deck through military programs. Jet propulsion, swept wings, pressurized long-range transport, inertial navigation, fly-by-wire, and GPS all entered service on military aircraft before they became standard equipment on airliners. AI pilot assistance is following the same path for the same reason: the military flies the missions with the highest workload and the lowest tolerance for delay.

Path to an operational flight deck

Beacon reached this major milestone under an AFWERX TACFI OTA contract with AMC. This contract followed a SBIR Phase 2 with U.S. SOCOM. Beacon reached this point as a Series A company, having raised more than $20 million in venture capital financing.

Kevin Stamey, Former PEO Mobility Director, Beacon AI Advisor

"Beacon's recent flights on the KC-46 are not only a huge win for AMC but for the AF. Crewed aviation will remain for decades, yet missions are becoming more complex and longer, putting greater strain on pilots/crews. Beacon's AI pilot assistant will reduce crew workload, improve mission effectiveness, and make flying safer. These initial flights are just the beginning of an important and overdue capability in the cockpit."

From two tankers to a fleet

The commercial opportunity starts with a dual-use airframe. The KC-46 is a military derivative of the Boeing 767, and 1,361 767s have been delivered since 1982. The KC-46 integration creates a natural bridge from Air Force mobility aircraft to commercial 767 fleets.

AMC already operates more than 1,000 airlift and aerial refueling aircraft. The Air Force's officially planned KC-46 buy stands at 263 aircraft. The interface Murdock uses isn't unique to the tanker, which gives it a path to the rest of the mobility fleet.

The bigger opportunity is the aircraft class, not the type. Roughly 30,300 aircraft are in airline service worldwide today. None of them fly with AI pilot assistance.

Congressional interest

Flight safety has remained common ground for policymakers.

In its report on the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, the House Armed Services Committee noted that recent work by the Air Force and Special Operations Command showed that advisory and pilot-assist tools can improve situational awareness and decision-making without taking control of the aircraft. The committee added that such tools could help aircrew without changing certified flight-critical systems or replacing existing avionics, flight controls, or actuators. It directed the Secretary of Defense to brief the committee by February 1, 2027, on the Department's plan to evaluate and adopt them. [House Report 119-698]

The year before, the same committee encouraged the Navy, the Air Force, and Special Operations Command to prioritize light-hardware AI systems that assist aircrew in flight, citing flight safety and reduced human error. [House Report 119-231, Items of Special Interest]

What comes next

The next step is for Murdock to provide progressive assistance to aircrew throughout the flight lifecycle, from scheduling to debriefing. In Beacon's view, success depends on repetition and iteration based on user feedback.

Acknowledgments

Beacon acknowledges and appreciates the support of AFWERX, the Air Force Research Laboratory, Air Mobility Command, USSOCOM Science and Technology, U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command, and the 711th Human Performance Wing in reaching this milestone.

SOURCE Beacon AI

Alaska Airlines to launch nonstop service between Anchorage and Tokyo Narita

2026-10-28T00:41:47.133+01:00

Alaska Airlines will launch its first nonstop service between Anchorage and Tokyo Narita* next spring, creating a convenient new connection between Alaska and the Asia-Pacific region. The route will operate seasonally between Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Narita International Airport.

"Alaska Airlines has connected Alaskans to the people and places that matter since 1932, and we're thrilled to connect Alaska and Japan," said Alaska Airlines Regional Vice President Marilyn Romano. "This long-requested route will open new opportunities for tourism and commerce, bringing our distinctive hospitality to more travelers and strengthen our growing global network."

Operated on a Boeing 737 MAX 8, the Anchorage–Tokyo Narita flight is designed to help guests feel comfortable, cared for and connected throughout the journey. In First Class, guests enjoy priority boarding, recliner seats, and elevated, multi-course dining, starting with Alaska's Signature Charcuterie. For a more restful experience, plush Filson-designed blankets, pillows and a Filson travel amenity kit featuring Salt & Stone products are provided. First Class guests also have access to the Alaska Lounge in Anchorage with West Coast-inspired light meals, wines, brews and cocktails in a relaxing space. Main Cabin and Premium Class guests can settle in with a complimentary meal, including a hot entrée and dessert, with vegetarian options available. Additionally, Premium Class guests can enjoy a curated selection of complimentary West Coast non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Atmos™ Rewards members will enjoy free Wi-Fi thanks to T-Mobile on select flights as installation of ultra-fast Starlink Wi-Fi continues across Alaska's MAX 8 narrowbody fleet.

"The people of the state of Alaska are ready to welcome leisure and business travelers to Anchorage on Alaska Airlines," said The Honorable Mike Dunleavy, Governor of Alaska. "As the only U.S. domestic carrier serving Tokyo with scheduled service, the opportunities to see the Northern Lights or visit Denali National Park are closer than ever. We also appreciate the many resource and business partnerships in Japan and see those ties strengthening in the future with easy, nonstop flights."

Starting today through October 31, round-trip introductory fares start at $999 for travel from Anchorage to Tokyo Narita from May 13 through June 7, 2027, subject to availability. Tickets are on sale now at alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com. All new routes are subject to government approval. Terms and conditions apply; round-trip purchase required.

The Tokyo launch anchors another expansion of Alaska Airlines' Anchorage network in 2027, including new seasonal nonstop service to Nashville, Austin, and Dallas-Ft. Worth. Together, the new routes will create the largest nonstop schedule from the state of Alaska in the airline's history, expanding access to key destinations and reinforcing its commitment to the state as it celebrates 95 years of service next year.

"Our ambitions are global, but our foundation remains the same. From the beginning, Alaska Airlines has connected communities across Alaska, the West Coast and beyond," said Alaska Airlines Regional Vice President Marilyn Romano. "From Anchorage to Tokyo and destinations around the globe, we're building on that legacy and giving our guests more ways to explore the world with Alaska Airlines."

New nonstop routes from Anchorage in 2027
Schedules (All time zones local):

City Pair

Starts

Season/End
Date

Departure

Arrival

Frequency

Anchorage – Tokyo
Narita

May 13,
2027

Sept. 7,
2027

2:10 p.m.

3:25 p.m.
+1

Daily in Summer
(through Sept. 7)

3x weekly in winter
(beginning January
2028)

Tokyo Narita -
Anchorage

May 14,
2027

Sept. 8,
2027

9:45 p.m.

12:00 p.m.

Daily in Summer
(through Sept. 8)

3x weekly in winter
(beginning January
2028)

City Pair	Starts	Season/End Date	Frequency
Anchorage – Austin	June 12	Aug. 7	1x weekly on Saturdays
Anchorage – Dallas-Fort Worth
Anchorage – Nashville

*Flight mentioned in this announcement is subject to government approval.

FAQ:

When will Alaska Airlines launch nonstop service between Anchorage and Tokyo? Alaska Airlines plans to launch nonstop service between Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Narita International Airport on May 13, 2027.
How often will the Anchorage–Tokyo route operate? The route will operate daily in the summer through Sept. 7, 2027 and three times weekly in the winter, beginning January 2028.
What aircraft will operate the Anchorage–Tokyo Narita route? The route will be operated with a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.
Why is the Anchorage – Tokyo Narita being flown on a 737 MAX 8 instead of one of the new 737 MAX 10s? The MAX 8 has a longer range than the MAX 10 and is the only 737 in our fleet capable of serving this route.
Why is Alaska Airlines adding service between Anchorage and Tokyo? The new route responds to long-standing interest in direct service between Alaska and Japan while supporting tourism, commerce and expanded access across Alaska Airlines' growing global network.
What other new nonstop routes from Anchorage are planned for 2027? Alaska Airlines plans to add new seasonal nonstop service from Anchorage to Nashville, Austin, and Dallas-Ft. Worth.

SOURCE Alaska Airlines

Lockheed Martin to Add Air-Launched Hypersonic Missile to the American Arsenal of Freedom

2026-10-28T00:37:23.410+01:00

Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $694M contract from the U.S. Air Force for production of the Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW). The new capability brings sustained and maneuverable hypersonic capabilities to America's Arsenal of Freedom and is the culmination of years of developmental and test partnership between Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Air Force.

THE BIG PICTURE

Integrated on the B-52, ARRW brings hypersonic strike capability that can be rapidly deployed to the U.S. Air Force. Its production readiness makes it an essential asset for the military, providing a critical capability to counter emerging threats.

Earlier today, Lockheed Martin broke ground on an expansion of Building P-20 in Troy, Alabama, that will add 47,000 square feet of production space for ARRW. The expansion will triple the current facility's production space and generate new American jobs over the next four years, adding to the almost 4,000 Lockheed Martin employees in the state of Alabama. The world-class facility will prepare the workforce to build ARRW using advanced manufacturing, robotics and digital technologies.

WHY IT MATTERS

ARRW will travel at speeds greater than Mach 5, more than five times the speed of sound, to rapidly engage targets from significant standoff ranges.
ARRW is designed to operate in extreme environments through the use of advanced materials to manage extreme heat, an advanced technology package to maintain accuracy and lethality, and capability to overcome a wide range of defenses.
Lockheed Martin has already funded efforts, materials, and equipment required to start ARRW's production, underscoring the company's commitment to delivering this critical capability to the U.S. Air Force at speed and scale.

EXPERT PERSPECTIVE

"The ARRW production contract award showcases Lockheed Martin's ability to develop and begin production on cutting-edge systems at unprecedented speed and scale," said Tim Cahill, president, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. "ARRW expands our weapon systems portfolio and launches a critical, high-precision, and sustained hypersonic capability that will enhance the U.S. Air Force's strategic advantage across multiple domains."

ADDITIONAL CONTEXT

Lockheed Martin's $8-9 billion investment through 2030 to meet munitions demand is already delivering tangible results, including our $67 million investment for ARRW production facility expansion and equipment, prior to receiving government funding.
The company also continued research and development, ensuring long-term support and rapid delivery of the U.S. Air Force's need for an air-launched hypersonic strike capability.
Lockheed Martin is the leader in hypersonic strike capabilities, leveraging more than 60 years of hypersonic strike experience to deliver game-changing capabilities in support of the U.S. National Defense Strategy and security objectives of allied nations.

SOURCE Lockheed Martin

Come Back to Firefox: Mozilla launches its most ambitious campaign yet to bring people back to the independent alternative to big tech browsers

2026-10-25T14:41:12.612+01:00

In its new campaign, Come Back to Firefox, the independent browser by Mozilla reunites personalities behind some of the early internet's biggest viral videos and memes for one simple message: The internet you loved is still here, and Firefox is the easiest way back.

This multi-market campaign is aimed at people who once used Firefox and left. While it nods to the past, Firefox continues to evolve, giving people more reasons to love and rediscover it today. It arrives after a transformative year for the browser:

Business growth and partnerships: A dedicated Enterprise browser giving organizations expert support and control over their data. Technical partnerships with NVIDIA and Mistral, extending what Firefox can do from gaming to AI.

Increased protection and control: New products and features shipped including a free built-in VPN to help keep browsing private, with no extra download or cost. AI Controls, to let people decide when and whether to use AI, and an Ad Blocker for Firefox on iOS for fewer ads and trackers.

Brand and culture: A new modern design, a first sports partnership with Wrexham AFC and World Cup presence connecting Firefox to one of the year's biggest cultural moments.

"Firefox was there then, we're here now, and what we stand for matters more than ever," said John Solomon, Chief Marketing Officer at Mozilla. "People who left Firefox years ago will find a browser that's more private and gives them more control, including over AI."

The Campaign

Come Back to Firefox brings together some of the world's most memorable internet icons: Numa Numa Guy, Bad Luck Brian, Overly Attached Girlfriend, Kelly of "Shoes" fame, Where the Hell Is Matt?, Annoying Orange, Apparently Kid, Tay Zonday, Chuck Testa, Success Kid, and Evolution of Dance. Each takes on a modern frustration with humor:

Overly Attached Girlfriend may have wanted to know everything about you, but your browser shouldn't.
Dancing Matt boogied all over the world, without any corporations tracking him or selling his personal data.
And while Annoying Orange is still incredibly annoying, he's not as annoying as forced AI features.

The campaign launches in the United States Sunday, October 25th, with two distinct 30-second commercials airing on NBC. Next, it rolls out in Germany, France, and the United Kingdom.

"Being on set was a reminder of why those moments mattered," said Solomon. "Ordinary people making things on the internet that made it feel so surprising and fun, and that's the feeling we wanted to bring back."

The campaign was created by award-winning independent agency We Believers, and brought to life by directing collective Sunny Sixteen and production company nobodys. Together, they meticulously recreated each performance, look, and even the sets from the original videos, taking each internet personality back to where their story began.

"We wanted an idea that truly belongs to Firefox, a challenger browser that helped shape the internet's golden years and stayed independent as Big Tech took over," said Gustavo Lauria, Founder and CCO at We Believers.

The campaign is one of Firefox's most ambitious yet but is rooted in what has always set the browser apart from Big Tech: its commitment to putting people before profits and giving them more control over their online experience. Now, Firefox says it's never been a better time for people who once used the browser to take another look.

SOURCE Mozilla

Oracle Announces $1 Billion Investment to Accelerate Partner Growth and AI-Driven Modernization for Customers

2026-10-25T02:15:41.277+01:00

Oracle AI World -- Oracle today announced a $1 billion commitment to its partner ecosystem to help partners capitalize on customer demand for AI-powered solutions and services.

Spanning the next four years, the investment is intended to expand opportunities for partners to develop innovative solutions, build specialized expertise, and deliver the technology and services customers need to support business transformation and pursue improved outcomes.

It encompasses new and expanded Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN) benefits and incentives, including planned investments in training and certification, technical enablement, development, testing and demonstration environments, cloud migration funding, go-to-market collaboration, and commercialization through Oracle Marketplace.

Oracle's diverse partner ecosystem includes systems integrators, independent software vendors (ISVs), cloud and managed service providers, value-added distributors, resellers, advisory firms, and other partners. Across Oracle Fusion Applications, Oracle Database, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), and related AI services, partners contribute in different ways, from developing complementary solutions to providing advisory, implementation, and managed services.

"Our partners extend our sales reach, expand our delivery capacity, and bring their own innovation and investment to help customers address evolving business needs," said Mark Hura, president of Oracle Global Field Operations. "Through the Oracle PartnerNetwork, we're strengthening our ability to reach more customers, deliver solutions at scale, and accelerate innovation and business outcomes."

Investing in partner growth and customer success
The Oracle PartnerNetwork gives partners the flexibility to select benefits, incentives, and resources that best support their business strategies and growth priorities. Oracle is expanding its OPN investments across four areas:

Build differentiated offerings. Oracle provides dev/test environments, technical guidance, and integration validation to help partners create innovative solutions. Partners can combine their industry expertise and intellectual property with Oracle technology to develop specialized applications, integrations, accelerators, and AI agents that address customer needs.
Sell and grow with Oracle. Sales and marketing collaboration, demonstration environments, and eligible funding and incentives for eligible opportunities help partners showcase their solutions and pursue new business opportunities. Trainings, certifications, expertise recognition, and Oracle Marketplace help partners differentiate and commercialize their offerings.
Deliver with confidence. Training and enablement, migration resources, and advisory services help partners plan and execute customer engagements. Tools and methodologies support application implementations, database modernization, integration, and cloud services.
Drive ongoing customer success. Oracle provides tools and resources, including Oracle AI Success Navigator, for partners to support customers beyond initial deployment. Partners can help drive adoption of new capabilities, optimize existing investments, and deliver ongoing innovation and business value.

"Our partners have different business models, capabilities, and growth ambitions, and our investment is designed to support that diversity," said Leah Yomtovian, senior vice president, Partner, Sales, and Operations Strategy, Oracle. "By giving partners greater choice and flexibility in how they build, sell, and deliver with Oracle, we're helping them grow their businesses while bringing more innovation, specialized expertise, and value to our customers."

Connecting partner innovation with customer opportunity
The impact of partner innovation is evident in solutions that combine specialized industry and business process expertise with Oracle's applications and AI capabilities. The following examples show how that combination comes to life:

Oracle Extends Fusion Agentic Applications with Introduction of Fusion Claw
Accenture Edge Helps Combe Unify its Global Operations, Setting the Stage for AI-Powered Growth with Oracle Fusion Applications
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Optimizes Operations and Patient Care with Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications
Beca Transforms Finance Operations with Oracle Fusion Applications
Leah Partners with Oracle and PwC to Take Its Agentic Operating System Global

SOURCE Oracle

FRP Moto Unveils M3 Electric Mini Bike With Auto-Wheelie and a 55 MPH Top Speed

2026-10-24T22:52:16.128+02:00

FRP Moto, the mini bike brand of FRP Powersports, Inc., has launched the M3, its first mini bike designed from the ground up for electric power. Pre-orders are open now at frpmoto.com, with the Basic model priced at $2,049.99 and the Plus model, which adds a wheelie bar, at $2,149.99. Deliveries are expected to begin in early November.

The M3's standout feature is Auto-Wheelie. In addition to three riding gears, the bike has two dedicated wheelie gears: a practice mode for riders still learning the technique and an advanced mode that delivers about twice the lift. Once the rider brings the front wheel up, the M3 holds it there, with the controller constantly adjusting motor output to keep the bike balanced. The throttle sets the wheelie angle, anywhere from 20 to 45 degrees, instead of controlling speed. If the bike tips past 58.5 degrees, it automatically drops out of wheelie mode. Both wheelie gears top out at 10 mph on flat ground, and braking stays in the rider's hands.

"Our community told us they wanted to learn at their own speed, then get more bite as their skills grew," said Wei Huang, founder of FRP Moto. "Two wheelie modes were the answer, in a bike that's still every bit an FRP."

Built for hard riding

The M3 tops out at 55 mph and delivers up to 35 miles of range under ideal conditions. Its 3 kW permanent-magnet synchronous motor puts out 4.1 kW (5.5 hp) at peak and can hold that peak for about 17 seconds. The removable 60V battery carries a true 23.4Ah capacity, uses EVE Energy lithium-ion cells and charges in about six hours with a 5A charger or nine hours with a 3A charger.

A 420H chain, heavier-duty than the #35 chains common on electric mini bikes, drives the rear wheel. Motorcycle-grade dual-piston hydraulic brakes front and rear clamp 3.5 mm-thick, 170 mm stainless-steel rotors, and squeezing either lever cuts motor power. Up front, a triple-clamp setup with suspension replaces the single-bolt mount found on many mini bikes, and 5.7-inch-wide SunF tires provide grip. The M3 weighs 121 pounds and supports riders up to 210 pounds.

Smart features for everyday riding

Safety features cover the moments off the throttle, too. Putting down the kickstand cuts power, the bike shifts into park after 30 seconds of inactivity, and it shuts off automatically on a timer. A customizable four-digit passcode starts the bike, and USB-A and USB-C ports keep phones charged on the trail. An FRP companion app, currently in development, is set to add GPS location alerts and an adjustable speed limit for parents.

The M3 comes in gold, purple, black, red and white, and is backed by a one-year warranty on the bike and battery plus U.S.-based phone support. FRP recommends that riders wear protective gear, ride in appropriate off-road areas and follow local laws.

Review units are available to qualified media upon request.

SOURCE FRP Moto

XbotGo Named World's No. 1 Consumer Team Sports AI Tracking Camera Brand

2026-10-24T22:45:45.162+02:00

XbotGo is proud to announce that it has officially been recognized as the World's No. 1 Consumer Team Sports AI Tracking Camera Brand by China Insights Consultancy (CIC), a premier independent market research and consulting firm.

The certification, issued in October 2026 under research registration number ⁠CIC-2026-985176⁠, is based on a comprehensive evaluation of global unit sales volume throughout the 2025 calendar year. The market research specifically measures consumer-grade camera devices designed for team sports, such as basketball and football, that leverage advanced computer vision and artificial intelligence algorithms to automatically track athletes and capture dynamic gameplay without manual operation.

"This global market recognition is a powerful testament to the hard work of our engineering teams and the trust our community places in us every day," said Dr. David Tan, CEO of XbotGo. "From everyday parents and local youth coaches to elite amateur athletes, our mission has always been to make professional-grade sports analysis and hands-free recording accessible to everyone. Being named the global sales leader proves that our vision is resonating worldwide."

The XbotGo Falcon series combines ultra-sharp 4K resolution, intelligent multi-player tracking, instant highlight creation, and seamless livestreaming capabilities into a compact, subscription-free device. By eliminating the need for a dedicated camera operator, XbotGo empowers teams and families to preserve and analyze every pivotal moment effortlessly.

To learn more about the XbotGo Falcon and explore its award-winning AI tracking technology, visit xbotgo.com.

Birdbuddy Launches Nook, Its Most Accessible Smart Bird Feeder Yet, Alongside Next-Generation Birdbuddy Home

2026-10-24T19:55:12.552+02:00

Birdbuddy, the award-winning nature technology company on a mission to reconnect people with the nature, today announced the official launch of Birdbuddy Nook and Birdbuddy Home, its next generation of AI-powered smart bird feeders, available at mybirdbuddy.com.

Leading the lineup is Birdbuddy Nook, the company's most accessible smart bird feeder yet, starting at just $99 for the non-solar model, available exclusively on mybirdbuddy.com. Designed for first-time birdwatchers and smaller outdoor spaces, Nook brings Birdbuddy's signature AI-powered discovery experience to a compact, easy-to-use design. Launching alongside Nook is Birdbuddy Home, the company's new flagship smart bird feeder, offering enhanced convenience and a low-maintenance birdwatching experience for backyard bird enthusiasts.

First unveiled at CES in January as the Birdbuddy 2 Mini and Birdbuddy 2, respectively, both feeders introduce significant upgrades in camera technology, performance, and design.

"We've always believed that connecting with nature should be something everyone can enjoy, but we also know that price can be a barrier for people who are just getting started," said Franci Zidar, CEO and Co-Founder of Birdbuddy. "Nook is our first product under $100, and that's a big milestone for us. We wanted to create something that makes it easy for someone to give Birdbuddy a try, whether they're curious about the birds in their backyard or looking for a gift that feels a little more meaningful. It's about making that first connection with nature as simple and accessible as possible."

Birdbuddy Nook: A Simple Space to Start

Designed to make smart birdwatching simple and approachable, Birdbuddy Nook brings the essential Birdbuddy experience to a compact design that fits naturally into smaller outdoor spaces.

Key features include:

2K HDR camera with a 135-degree wide field of view for detailed photos and videos.
Instant wake-up and continuous capture to help capture more bird visits.
AI-powered species recognition to identify visiting birds through the Birdbuddy app.
Portrait and landscape orientations for flexible viewing and sharing.
Simple setup and fast pairing, plus a 3.8-cup seed reservoir for easy everyday use.
Optional solar roof for flexible charging and reduced maintenance.

Birdbuddy Home: A Place to Stay a While

For bird lovers seeking a more complete, low-maintenance experience, Birdbuddy Home combines advanced technology with thoughtful design to make backyard birdwatching feel effortless.

Key features include:

2K HDR camera with a 135-degree field of view and enhanced action clarity.
Instant wake-up and continuous capture to help ensure fewer moments are missed.
Dual integrated solar panels to minimize manual charging.
Larger six-cup seed reservoir for fewer refills.
AI-powered species recognition and fast livestream access through the Birdbuddy app.
Built-in perch extender, dual-band Wi-Fi, and IP67-rated weatherproof construction.

Both feeders connect to the Birdbuddy app, where users can receive bird visit notifications, enjoy close-up photos and videos, and discover more about the wildlife around them.

Pricing and Availability

Birdbuddy Nook and Birdbuddy Home will launch on October 22, 2026 at mybirdbuddy.com, with availability at select retail partners to follow later this month.

Birdbuddy Nook (without Solar): $99 MSRP (exclusively on mybirdbuddy.com)
Birdbuddy Nook (with Solar Roof): $159 MSRP
Birdbuddy Home: $219 MSRP

With the introduction of Nook and Home, Birdbuddy is evolving its smart feeder lineup to offer more options for every type of bird lover. Beginning October 22, Birdbuddy Pro will no longer be available for purchase on Birdbuddy's website, with remaining inventory available through Amazon through the end of 2026.

SOURCE Bird Buddy Inc.

Axon Announces Body 5: Next-Generation Camera Built for the AI Era

2026-10-24T19:50:55.298+02:00

Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the global leader in public safety technology, today announced Axon Body 5, its newest body-worn camera designed to bring more powerful intelligence, connectivity and real-time support directly to officers in the field.

For years, Axon body cameras have helped agencies capture critical evidence and create greater transparency. Body 5 is built to help officers during the call, with information, assistance and backup on the spot.

"Officers shouldn't have to choose between getting information and watching the scene. With Axon Body 5, they don't," said Rick Smith, Axon Founder and CEO. "They capture a license or document with the camera, keep their hands free and eyes up, and get information faster than writing it down and calling it in by radio. An officer fully engaged with the person in front of them, not down at a notepad, is a safer officer and a better-served community."

Axon Body 5: Built for the AI Era

Built from the ground up for the AI era, Axon Body 5 delivers 25x the AI processing power than earlier generation Axon body cameras, alongside advancements in connectivity, audio, video and battery life. Together, these upgrades give the camera the physical power to run smarter AI features — both today and as new AI tools are developed in the future — while also making it more dependable for officers to use every day.

For the first time, Axon is also introducing two versions of its latest flagship camera: Axon Body 5 and Axon Body 5 Pro.

Both models feature several key advancements, including:

25x more processing power for AI: A powerful new computing architecture creates the capacity to support current and future AI features directly on the body camera.
Enhanced video: Improved video captures clearer evidence across challenging environments, including better low-light performance.
Improved connectivity: Seamless connectivity in urban and remote environments - and more precise location capability - helps officers, cameras and remote support teams stay connected when timely information matters most.
Longer battery life: 20% more battery life than the previous generation helps keep the camera ready and connected throughout an officer's shift.

The Axon Body 5 Pro will continue to gain new AI capabilities as they become available, growing along with the AI Era Plan. Additionally, new hardware features include:

A near-focus camera: An additional dedicated camera lens lets officers scan driver's licenses to check status and search for wants or warrants in seconds, without returning to the patrol vehicle, with relevant information sent to Axon Fusus to support real-time operations.
Front-facing speakers: Four additional speakers project even more powerful audio toward the person an officer is speaking with, helping real-time translations from Axon Assistant carry more clearly over heavy traffic or crowd noise.
Additional memory: Extra space lets the camera run several AI tools at once, helping officers stay better informed and work faster.

Bringing More of Axon's AI Era Into the Field

Axon Body 5 helps officers get more out of the Axon AI Era Plan by bringing smart tools right to the scene. Axon's portfolio already supports public safety professionals across a growing range of tasks. For example, Draft One helps officers turn body-camera audio into high-quality report drafts and Axon Assistant provides voice-based information access and real-time translation.

Increasingly, Axon is also bringing AI into real-time operations.

Axon Guardian is a new category of AI features within the AI Era Plan that was specifically created to work with an officer's field-based devices - starting with body cameras and in-car cameras - to improve safety. Guardian is designed to flag potential risks as situations unfold and create alerts when additional attention may be needed. Two of the first features include:

Escalation Detection: When an Axon Body 4 or Axon Body 5 camera is activated and recording, Guardian has the ability to detect potential conflicts in real time and create an alert in Axon Fusus. A human reviews the livestream and decides if additional support or action is needed.
Approach Alert: When active on Axon Fleet 3, Guardian can detect if the door of a stopped vehicle opens and alert the officer through the in-car display and their body-worn camera.

Combined, Axon Body 5 and the expanding AI Era portfolio demonstrate the importance of AI as a critical resource to assist public safety professionals before, during and after an incident — reducing administrative burden, improving situational awareness and helping protect more lives.

Innovating Responsibly

Axon's Responsible Innovation framework guides the development of all of its products. Designed with this in mind, Axon Body 5 and Guardian prioritize human oversight and maintain agency control over data. As a key part of the responsible innovation process, Axon's independent Ethics and Equity Advisory Council was created to help responsibly develop and deploy new technologies with transparency, while aligning with community expectations.

General availability dates for Axon Body 5 and Axon Guardian will be announced soon. Product features and capabilities vary by configuration. For more information on Axon's current products and services: Axon Product Catalog - Axon.com.

SOURCE Axon

Resideo Announces Expected Q1 Software Update to Honeywell Home Smart Thermostats for Compatibility with Apple HomeView

2026-10-23T01:58:14.208+02:00

Resideo Technologies (NYSE: REZI), a leading global provider of home comfort, security and safety solutions, announced plans to release a software update in the first quarter of 2027 that will enable its existing Honeywell Home ElitePROTM, X7S and X8S smart thermostats to support the new Adaptive Temperature Control and Clean Energy Guidance capabilities introduced with Apple's new HomeView offerings.

The update will allow homeowners with compatible Honeywell Home smart thermostats to take advantage of these new features without replacing their existing devices or requiring additional professional installation. The planned update underscores Resideo's commitment to developing innovative future-ready products that combine advanced sensing and control technology with the flexibility to work across leading smart home ecosystems.

Honeywell Home Smart Thermostats Combine Award-Winning Design and Advanced Home Comfort Features

Resideo's latest generation of Honeywell Home smart thermostats combines premium design, intelligent sensing and professional grade HVAC control to deliver a more connected and personalized home comfort experience.

Recently recognized by Popular Mechanics in its 2026 Home Innovation Awards and by ACHR News as a 2026 All-Star Residential Product of the Year, these thermostats reflect Resideo's continued investment in differentiated solutions that make homes more comfortable, convenient and energy efficient.

The ElitePRO, X7S and X8S smart thermostats offer a range of advanced capabilities to enhance the homeowner experience while providing the precision, control and installation flexibility professionals expect:

Premium user experience: A large, customizable touchscreen display of up to five inches, plus the ability to stream live video from compatible Ring® and First Alert® doorbells.
Advanced sensing and control: Radar-based occupancy detection, support for multiple room sensors, ability to add multiple indoor air quality (IAQ) devices and Resideo's Redlink™ wireless technology to enable communication and control of key HVAC system components.
Professional-grade installation: Built with the features professionals need to install and configure systems efficiently, including one-tap configuration, support for C-wire adapters and remote equipment interfaces, the Honeywell Home UWP® wall-mounting plate and flexibility across a range of HVAC applications.

Designed for flexibility, Honeywell Home smart thermostats currently support smart home ecosystems including Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Home Assistant and Samsung SmartThings, and are Matter certified.

Homeowners can also manage their Honeywell Home smart thermostats through the Resideo Connect app without the need for any smart home hub. Professional installers benefit from dedicated tools including the Resideo Technician app and Resideo One portal, which simplifies installation, configuration and ongoing customer support.

Resideo Connects the Home Through Innovation and Trusted Professionals

Building on more than a century of innovation that began with the company's first thermostat, Resideo develops professional solutions for the critical systems of the home, designed to deliver comfort, reliability and performance.

"Homeowners should have the freedom to choose the products and platforms that best meet their needs," said Tom Surran, president and CEO of Resideo. "Our approach is to combine differentiated hardware, advanced sensing and control and open connectivity to deliver solutions that become more capable over time. By bringing new Apple Home capabilities to thermostats already installed in homes, we are demonstrating how continued software innovation can enhance the value of our products while preserving the homeowner's original investment."

Resideo's product development strategy is driven by its relationships with more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. Through more than 15 million installations annually, these professionals bring Resideo's comfort, safety and security solutions into homes.

Together, Resideo's connected technologies and professional relationships help create homes that can better understand what is happening and respond intelligently. This connectivity creates new opportunities to improve comfort and efficiency while helping the professionals who install and service these solutions identify and address issues before they become more costly problems.

SOURCE Resideo Technologies, Inc.

ELEGOO Brings Professional-Grade 3D Scanning to a Wider Range of Creators with the Upcoming M1 Ultra

2026-10-23T01:46:38.387+02:00

ELEGOO, a rapidly developing brand in global smart manufacturing, is expanding its 3D creation ecosystem with the upcoming M1 Ultra, its first all-in-one smart 3D scanner. Officially launching on October 29, 2026, at 12:00 AM PDT, the M1 Ultra marks a new addition to ELEGOO's product portfolio, extending its ecosystem into 3D scanning and enabling creators, engineers, and advanced hobbyists to capture real-world objects as accurate digital 3D data for a wide range of creative and practical applications.

By entering the 3D scanning category, ELEGOO aims to provide a more integrated workflow connecting real-world object capture, digital modeling, and 3D printing, opening up new possibilities for customization, reverse engineering, digital archiving, education, and creative projects.

Designed to deliver precision, versatility, and ease of use without compromise, M1 Ultra combines metrology-grade accuracy, multiple scanning modes, intelligent processing, and a portable all-in-one design. Its combination of blue laser and infrared structured-light scanning supports different objects and use cases, while marker-free scanning provides added flexibility for surfaces where applying tracking markers is not practical.

Beyond scanning performance, M1 Ultra is designed to make the overall process more efficient and flexible. An integrated touchscreen provides real-time previews and convenient access to settings, while wireless connectivity and a swappable battery offer greater freedom when scanning. On the software side, ELEGOO SCAN incorporates guided setup, tracking assistance, and automated data processing to help users move from capturing an object to generating a digital 3D model with fewer manual steps.

With M1 Ultra, ELEGOO is taking another step toward a more connected 3D creation ecosystem—one that helps users move more seamlessly between the physical and digital worlds, whether they are developing a custom part, exploring a design idea, or preparing an object for further digital work and 3D printing.

ELEGOO will give the M1 Ultra its first European debut at two upcoming events: Maker Faire Rome 2026 (October 23–25, booth M.21–M.22) and SPIEL Essen 2026 (October 22–25, booth H5L125). Visitors will get an exclusive first look at the scanner ahead of its official launch on October 29.

Pricing and additional key features will be unveiled on October 29, 2026. Stay tuned for more updates on ELEGOO's official website.

OKA Introduces Mori, "The Nature Companion," a New Kind of AI Home Robot

2026-10-23T01:41:13.894+02:00

OKA (One Kind Artifact), an experimental technology company, today introduced Mori, The Nature Companion, a new kind of AI home robot created to help people feel better at home. By understanding what's happening around it and bringing small moments of nature into everyday life, Mori is designed to help people feel calmer, more at ease, and more connected to the world around them.

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly powerful, much of the industry remains focused on how much technology can do. OKA is exploring a different question: what kind of presence should intelligent technology have in people's lives? Rather than attempting to automate household chores or add another screen or voice assistant, Mori is built around the idea that a home robot can be valuable simply by making everyday life and home feel a little more warm and alive.

"After a decade of building personalized content products and social platforms designed to capture people's attention, I started asking a different question," said Hua Wang, founder and CEO of OKA. "What if technology didn't ask for more of our attention, but gave some of it back to people?"

A Familiar Form, an Unexpected Presence

At first glance, Mori resembles a contemporary table lamp. Its sculptural form, soft wool-blend fabric, and warm illumination allow it to sit naturally among home furnishings. But Mori is also curious, shy, and sometimes playful. It may turn toward a person entering a room, offer a gentle welcome home, sway along with music during a gathering, or settle into stillness while someone reads.

Mori's screen-free, speech-free interaction is an intentional design choice. In a world already saturated with screens and conversational AI, OKA believes companionship at home should feel effortless. Rather than asking people to pay attention to another device, Mori is designed to pay attention to them. By understanding what is happening around it, Mori can decide when to offer a warm, quiet presence, when to playfully join a social moment, and when to gently invite someone to slow down through ambient experiences of light, sound, and movement. No commands to memorize, no conversations to maintain. Most of the time, a simple touch is all it takes.

Attentive Intelligence: Curiosity, Context, and V.I.B.E.

Attentive Intelligence is Mori's way of noticing what matters, and knowing how to respond.

Mori is curious. In a new room, it looks around, learns what is there and where, and slowly settles in. Once the familiar fades into the background, the new and the changing stand out: a bag that wasn't there yesterday, a car horn outside the window. Mori lingers on the unfamiliar, turns toward the sound, and sometimes catches your eye, hoping you'll look back.

Mori reads the room before it responds. It notices what is going on around it and weighs whether to join in. Sometimes a small nod is enough. Sometimes the right response is to stay quiet. And when the moment is right, it may invite you to take a short break and spend a moment with nature.

The same call, the same touch, can draw a different Mori each time. VIBE, short for Vitality, Interaction, Bonding, and Emotion, is an inner state that drifts with time and experience, setting Mori's energy, mood, and appetite for company. From it, Mori picks and blends expression primitives: small movements and eye expressions timed with sound. Change the mix, the timing, or the intensity, and the same greeting comes out lively one day and gentle the next.

Attentive Intelligence grows out of research by OKA co-founder Weizhe Chen on one idea: actively choosing what deserves attention. Chen holds a Ph.D. from Indiana University Bloomington, and his co-authored work on attentive robotic information gathering received the RSS Best Student Paper Award in 2022.

Nature, Without Leaving Home

Nature is central to what Mori offers. By combining expressive movement, nuanced lighting, and high-fidelity audio, Mori creates experiences inspired by rainfall, forests, campfires, and other natural environments. People can begin one with a simple touch, or accept a gentle invitation from Mori during the day. These are brief moments intended to fit into ordinary routines, not replace time spent outdoors.

OKA also treats privacy as part of the physical product experience. Mori's perception is designed to be processed on-device, and its camera can be physically concealed when its head retracts into the body.

The First of Five Artifacts

Founded by Hua Wang and Weizhe Chen, OKA brings together robotics, artificial intelligence, industrial design, and consumer product experience. The company has committed to creating only five artifacts, each examining a relationship that increasingly digital lives risk weakening. Mori starts with people's connection to their immediate surroundings, to nature, and to their own moments of attention.

Mori launches today with a limited Founder Edition run of a few hundred units priced at $649, including priority delivery, two years of hardware coverage, and two years of subscription service ($158 value). Standard preorders follow at $799 ($79 deposit). To learn more, visit http://onekindartifact.com.

SOURCE OKA

Bose Corporation Acquires Skullcandy, Expanding Its Consumer Audio Portfolio to Reach New Audiences

2026-10-22T12:55:58.252+02:00

Bose Corporation, a global leader in audio innovation and research, announced today it has acquired Skullcandy, a lifestyle audio brand known for its bold products that bring together sound, style and performance. Bose and Skullcandy have each spent decades finding new ways to bring people closer to the music they love. Together, they'll combine Bose's audio expertise, technology and global reach with Skullcandy's design, understanding of its consumers and authentic community connections to create new products and experiences and accelerate growth.

The acquisition follows a multi-year partnership that has already brought Sound by Bose technology to Skullcandy earbuds and headphones. The companies have seen firsthand how their strengths can come together to create products consumers love while staying true to what makes Skullcandy special, providing a foundation to accelerate further collaboration and innovation.

With a strong position at the intersection of audio, lifestyle and culture, Skullcandy will remain a separate brand within Bose's Premium Consumer Audio business. Skullcandy's deep roots in boardsports, including longstanding relationships with passionate supporters of the culture and its athletes, and authentic connections across music, gaming, fitness and other communities present new ways for Bose to meaningfully connect with consumers where it has less presence today.

"For more than 60 years, Bose has been committed to delivering incredible audio experiences however and wherever people choose to listen. As we work to reach even more people, we're expanding how we do that, not only through Bose products, but through technology partnerships and a growing portfolio of brands," said Lila Snyder, Chief Executive Officer of Bose Corporation. "As a privately held company, we have the freedom to make bold, long-term investments in opportunities we believe in, and Skullcandy is a great example of that. They have an established, thriving brand, and together we see tremendous opportunity to create new products and experiences and reach more consumers around the world."

"We believe this is a win for Skullcandy and our fans," said Brian Garofalow, Chief Executive Officer of Skullcandy. "Skullcandy was born on a chairlift in Park City, Utah, over 20 years ago, and we've always believed great music should be part of the experiences people love. Joining Bose gives us the opportunity to make those experiences even better by bringing more of their audio expertise and technology to our products, and it opens up even more ways to take Skullcandy further."

Bose plans to invest in Skullcandy's continued growth, providing greater access to technology, resources, global distribution and commercial relationships while giving the brand the freedom to continue evolving in ways that are authentic to its identity and consumers. Skullcandy will continue to be based in Park City, Utah.

Bose acquired Skullcandy from a fund managed by Mill Road Capital Management LLC, a Connecticut-based private investment firm. Jones Day acted as Bose's legal counsel. Additional information, including financial and other terms of the transaction, will remain confidential.

SOURCE Bose Corporation

New Framework Agreement for Multiyear F‑35 Production and Sustainment

2026-10-22T12:44:16.898+02:00

The Department of War and Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) unveiled a transformative framework agreement for multiyear F-35 Lightning II production and sustainment. This framework includes 850 U.S. aircraft over 10 years with associated initial spares, 10 years of modification kits and sustainment, and international customer orders across Lots 21-30, at a continued production rate of 156 aircraft per year.

"This multiyear framework strengthens the way we can plan and invest in the F-35 enterprise," said Lockheed Martin Chairman, President and CEO Jim Taiclet. "With the greater certainty that comes from the U.S. government's transformative approach to F-35 production and sustainment, we can make the upfront investments needed to expand capacity, improve efficiency, and build a more resilient supply chain. That's good for the taxpayer, good for our suppliers and, most importantly, good for the United States and its allies."

If granted multiyear authority and associated appropriations in the coming months, the F-35 Joint Program Office and Lockheed Martin will work to finalize contract terms, pricing, and schedules through a formal contract award, which will fulfill the government's imperative for a predictable, affordable, and resilient fighter jet enterprise. This effort is expected to save taxpayers billions of dollars over F-35's lifecycle through long-term pricing and industry volume discounts.

The framework agreement directly addresses Department of War and Congressional priorities to improve F-35 readiness by:

Providing predictable, multiyear procurement planning that eliminates the need for supplemental appropriations for, obsolescence management and production tooling.
Delivering high-volume procurement efficiencies and discounts that translate into tangible taxpayer savings.
Ensuring transparent, data driven decision-making through integrated analytics that link budget inputs to readiness outcomes.
Providing real-time visibility into parts inventory and readiness metrics through integrated analytics.

Highlights

Supply Chain Stability – Predictable demand from long-term contracts with suppliers will enable bulk procurement of raw materials and critical parts, slashing turnaround times and reducing logistics bottlenecks. This will result in better mission capable rates by eliminating the annual contracting cycle that has historically strained the industrial base.
Affordability – The integrated procurement model that pairs aircraft production with purchases of spare and modification parts will deliver high-volume procurement discounts, drive down unit prices and provide the U.S. government the cost predictability it requires.
Economic Impact – The program will support 317,000 U.S. jobs and generate approximately $79 billion in annual economic activity over the next decade, strengthening the nation's industrial base and providing long-term stability for suppliers who have struggled to plan under the previous resourcing model.
Readiness – This framework adds investments in industry capacity and logistics that build upon Lockheed Martin's existing investments that inject parts into the global spares pool and will further improve fleet readiness and rapid repair turnaround for operations.
International Benefits – The multiyear procurement model enables economies of scale that lower costs and enhance readiness for all F‑35 customers, reinforcing confidence in the global sustainment network and enhancing interoperability across allied fleets.

"Our new multiyear framework gives suppliers stability to plan for the future and invest with confidence, improving readiness across the F-35 fleet," said OJ Sanchez, president of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. "This, in addition to the investments Lockheed Martin is making to the global spares pool, will directly translate into higher mission capable rates and a more resilient supply chain – critical capabilities the warfighter needs to meet today's mission and prepare for tomorrow's threats."

SOURCE Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

Reolink Launches the OMVI 2i Ultra, Now Available for Purchase, Expanding the Award-Winning OMVI Series with Wire-Free, Solar-Powered Security

2026-10-22T03:16:49.945+02:00

Reolink, a global smart home security brand, has launched its newest addition to the award-winning OMVI Series. Unveiled at IFA 2026, the OMVI 2i Ultra, an all-in-one home security solution, is now available for purchase and delivers dual-view coverage, solar charging, and SyncTrack smart tracking in a wire-free, bullet-PTZ design. Now, users can cover driveways, yards, entrances, and side spaces with fewer devices and simpler installation.

"Consumers shouldn't have to choose between seeing the full picture and capturing the details that matter," said Annie Potter, Head of Marketing, Reolink North America. "From homeowners to business owners, the OMVI 2i Ultra is designed to deliver both, combining wide-area visibility with the ability to closely track activity across the spaces people want to protect. And with smart detection happening directly on the device, users can focus on meaningful activity—like people, vehicles, and animals—rather than simply getting more alerts."

Key features of the OMVI 2i Ultra

Dual-View Coverage: The bullet-PTZ camera design combines features of a bullet camera and PT camera to provide dual-view coverage throughout the day and night. See the full scene with an 8MP (4K) wide-view camera, while a 5MP (3K) pan-tilt camera simultaneously monitors another direction and tracks detected objects using SyncTrack Tracking for full-area coverage and pinpoint control.
Reolink SyncTrack: When the wide-view camera detects an object, the lower pan-tilt camera (355° pan & 55° tilt) maintains continuous, all-around tracking — even after the target moves beyond the wide-view camera's coverage. The auto-framing feature lets the PT cam automatically zoom in and adjust the view when it detects a target. Users can also tap anywhere on the wide-angle view to direct the PT camera to that exact spot.

Longer Battery Life with Worry-Free Charging: A detachable 10,000mAh battery delivers up to 6 months* of use on a single charge — double the battery life of comparable bullet-PT cameras.** A built-in 6W solar panel featuring Reolink SolarEase™ technology increases charging efficiency by 26% and keeps the camera running on just 30 minutes of daily sunlight, even in low-light and partially shaded conditions.

The OMVI 2i Ultra provides an all-in-one home security solution with seamless installation and added security benefits. On-device smart detection identifies people, vehicles, and animals and focuses on critical activity, paired with a motion-activated spotlight, dual PIR sensors, infrared and color night vision, and siren and light deterrence. Supporting up to 12 simultaneous streams, it lets users access a real-time view and two-way audio. The OMVI 2i Ultra also offers local storage, including up to 512GB microSD cards and the Reolink Home Hub series, plus Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility. All features are available without a subscription or monthly fees.

Available on Amazon and Reolink.com for $229.99 in the U.S., the OMVI 2i Ultra enriches Reolink's OMVI Series and offers a variety of smart security options for consumers. For more information, visit Reolink.com.

SOURCE Reolink Innovation Inc.

U.S. Air Force Awards Natilus $3.5 Million to Advance Dual-Use KONA Aircraft for Contested Logistics

2026-10-21T13:26:53.521+02:00

Natilus, a U.S.-based aerospace manufacturer developing blended-wing-body aircraft, today announced $3.5 million in Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding from Operational Energy - Innovation (OE-I) and the Department of the Air Force through the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations, and Environment (SAF/IE). The funding will accelerate development of Natilus's 3.8-ton, optionally piloted KONA regional freighter toward full-scale flight testing and an operationally relevant U.S. Joint Force demonstration.

For the Joint Force, KONA sits between light utility aircraft such as the C-208 and larger tactical airlifters such as the C-130, filling the gap with a new class of sub-tactical lift. With a 3.8-ton payload capacity and 800-nautical-mile range, KONA has short-field capability and compatibility with existing cargo infrastructure, in a platform sized for regional distribution and contested logistics missions.

In the Indo-Pacific, where long distances, distributed operating locations and constrained fuel logistics place a premium on range and efficiency, the need is particularly relevant. KONA's blended-wing-body configuration consumes approximately 30% less fuel than comparable conventional aircraft, reducing both aircraft fuel demand and the burden on the logistics network responsible for moving fuel forward.

The company's commercial development program is supported by venture and strategic capital alongside customer commitments, while the new government funding will support operational demonstration. Natilus is currently advancing KONA toward FAA Part 23 certification and full-scale flight testing.

"The combination of existing commercial investment and new government funding gives us an opportunity to accelerate technologies that can increase capability while reducing operational energy demand," said Jim Hartle, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Operational Energy, Safety and Occupational Health. "In a fuel-constrained environment like the Pacific, efficiency translates directly into operational flexibility. KONA provides an opportunity to evaluate how a commercially developed aircraft can contribute to distributed logistics while generating the data needed to inform future requirements."

While regional airlift is KONA's primary defense application, its modular architecture and optional-piloted capability provide a path to additional mission configurations over time, including communications relay, ISR and payload delivery. The initial focus is demonstrating KONA as a right-sized distribution platform for intra-theater lift and contested logistics.

"With KONA, the Department of War is evaluating a new airlift capability that can generate real-world cost, reliability, payload and utilization data as the broader military requirement matures," said Aleksey Matyushev, CEO of Natilus. "While we build KONA to meet the global commercial market need for a more efficient regional freighter, this investment and accelerated operational timeline with the Air Force will demonstrate KONA's payload, range, efficiency and flexibility benefits for the Joint Force."

SOURCE Natilus

U.S. Navy receives C-130J-30 Super Hercules to become future TACAMO platform, E-130J Phoenix II

2026-10-17T03:32:40.178+02:00

A new era of strategic airborne command and control capability for the U.S. Navy has officially begun with Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) delivering a C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft destined to become the future of the Take Charge and Move Out (TACAMO) mission, at the company's Marietta, Georgia, facility on Oct. 15.

The C-130J-30 Super Hercules will be modified into the E-130J Phoenix II, the Navy's next‑generation TACAMO mission platform, fulfilling an added mission for the Super Hercules. TACAMO is the U.S. Navy's airborne nuclear command‑and‑control support mission.

The Super Hercules provides the Navy with a domestically produced, reliable, long-endurance, four-engine platform with the proven performance to successfully carry out the TACAMO mission. With advanced avionics, increased power, greater range, fuel efficiency and payload capacity, the C‑130J‑30 delivers the capabilities and endurance this critical mission demands.

"This delivery marks a historic milestone for the U.S. Navy, Lockheed Martin, and the nation's strategic communications network," said Trish Pagan, vice president of Lockheed Martin's Air Mobility & Maritime Missions. "The C-130J-30 Super Hercules continues to evolve and adapt to the needs of our customers, carrying the proven reliability of its lineage while transforming into a new, strategic mission set. It is built to deliver the capabilities our joint force demands and built to last through any operational challenge."

The delivery re-establishes the link between the TACAMO mission and the Hercules family. For three decades, the EC-130Q variant served as the Navy's TACAMO platform, flying the mission successfully from 1963 until 1993. The new Super Hercules builds on that legacy while adding advanced avionics, communications and survivability enhancements.

"The C-130J platform has a storied history supporting our strategic communications mission, and accepting this first C-130J-30 marks an exciting new chapter," said U.S. Navy Capt. Roger Davis, Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications program manager (PMA-271). "Lockheed Martin's delivery of this battle-proven airframe provides the structural and performance backbone our mission requires as we transition into mission systems integration to field the E-130J Phoenix II."

As part of the Super Hercules' transformation, the aircraft will be transferred to Northrop Grumman, the mission systems integrator, where the E-130J TACAMO industry team will complete the conversion that will see the airframe enter service as the E‑130J Phoenix II.

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SOURCE Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

VINFAST'S OPENING IN EUROPE

2026-10-17T03:28:54.219+02:00

There is a curious paradox on Europe's streets today. People who have never driven an electric car worry about range, charging points and cost. People who have already made the switch rarely mention those worries, and few want to go back to the sound of a combustion engine.

The gap between hesitation before buying and satisfaction after buying is the most telling consumer insight in Europe right now.

Satisfaction, in numbers

A Chargemap survey run in spring 2025 reached nearly 20,000 EV drivers across nine European countries, including France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK. It found that 88% of drivers were satisfied or very satisfied with their experience of driving and charging.

At global level, the Global EV Drivers Alliance (GEVA) surveyed more than 23,000 EV owners in 18 countries. 92% planned to choose a zero-emission EV again, only 1% would return to petrol or diesel, and 4% would opt for a plug-in hybrid.

In the UK, a Zap-Map poll set two groups side by side. 92% of all-electric drivers said they were very pleased with their car, compared with 74% of petrol and diesel drivers. Taken together, the story is consistent. Once people have lived with an EV, they feel the switch was worth it.

What drives that happiness is everyday life

Satisfaction among EV drivers does not come from showy features. In the Petronas study, the driving experience scored 8.39 out of 10, while charging time scored lowest at 7.7. Europeans love how an EV feels to drive. What they still want improved is everyday convenience.

Research by Driveco and Harris Interactive in France points the same way. It found a sharp contrast between non-users' apprehensions and the high satisfaction of owners, with financial accessibility remaining a persistent challenge.

This is why VinFast takes a practical approach. The European market is shifting from early adopters to everyday buyers. For these buyers, efficiency, design and accessibility are what make the switch possible.

The VF 6 is a compact electric SUV suited to city streets and daily commuting, where efficiency and ease of use matter most, giving European drivers a practical path into electric mobility.

From the family car to the city bus

Happiness on the move is not limited to private cars. As EU regulations push cities toward fully zero-emission bus fleets, VinFast is entering public transport with its EB 8 and EB 12 electric buses.

The EB 12 has achieved full European certification, a milestone that demonstrates compliance with the region's stringent standards and confirms VinFast's ability to deliver vehicles tailored to local infrastructure. Public transport operators need certified, reliable suppliers who are ready to deliver now.

Trust is built on service, not only on products

VinFast knows that in Europe, the vehicle is only part of the promise. The rest is maintenance, support and warranty.

The company is therefore building a localized commercial footprint through partnerships with dealerships and service providers across the region. This partner-based retail model is a deliberate choice. By working with established local partners who already know their markets, customers and regulations, VinFast combines its products and technology with local expertise.

For drivers, this means service close to home. For fleet operators, it means support that keeps vehicles on the road. For VinFast, it means building trust step by step in every market it enters.

VinFast's presence in Europe is a long-term commitment, not a short-term push for volume. Competitive electric cars, certified electric buses and a growing local service network address both what European customers buy and what keeps them loyal after they buy.

Europe's electric transition is well underway. The question for drivers and cities is no longer whether to go electric, but which brand they can rely on for years to come. VinFast aims to be that brand, bringing accessible, well-designed electric vehicles to European roads, backed by the service and support European customers expect.

Learn more at: https://vinfastauto.eu/

Apple Announces HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment, stay connected, and manage the home

2026-10-17T01:15:45.439+02:00

Apple introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it. With a stunning 7-inch Liquid Retina display, HomeView brings entertainment, connection, and smart home management together in one place, from playing music and making FaceTime calls to home monitoring and hands-free automations with voice control — all designed with privacy and security at the core. HomeView recognizes users by their faces, adapting so they can access their personal content in Messages, FaceTime, Calendar, Reminders, and Find My. HomeView features Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri that’s profoundly more capable and conversational, with broad world knowledge that powers richer music discovery and onscreen awareness. When paired with an Apple Intelligence-enabled device, it can also draw on a user’s personal context, such as their Calendar, Messages, and relevant information across their apps, to provide more helpful, personalized responses.

Designed to fit in any space, HomeView can be placed on a tabletop as the center of the home or wall-mounted to fit in spaces like the entryway or hallway. Pre-orders start today, with availability beginning November 13.

“Apple HomeView is designed to be shared by everyone in the home yet feel completely personal to each user,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “It recognizes your face to shift from a household screen to your own experience, fills the room with incredible sound, keeps you connected to the people who matter most with FaceTime, and makes it easy to control your smart home. And it’s powered by Apple Intelligence with Siri AI at its core, drawing on personal context from your iPhone to help you find what you need and get more done, all while keeping everyone’s information private and secure.”

Elegantly Designed for Any Space

HomeView features a beautiful aluminum design with a 7-inch Liquid Retina display connected to a domed speaker base by a stainless steel hinge that provides a smooth tilt for comfortable viewing on tabletops of any height. The perfect addition to a kitchen counter, nightstand, or side table, HomeView comes in four beautiful colors — silver, starlight, rose pink, and space gray — each finished with a matching cable.

The elegant design and Liquid Retina display seamlessly blend into any space while remaining clearly visible from across the room. It features adaptive display technologies, including True Tone, that react to changing light throughout the day. Automatic brightness adjusts from 500 nits — bright enough to stay vivid and easy to see even in a sunlit room — down to just 0.3 nits, making it ideal for the nightstand. The HomeView interface intelligently adjusts based on the user’s distance, showing simpler information that’s viewable from across the room and richer detail as they step closer.

A separate wall-mounted HomeView model — available in space gray and silver — offers the same 7-inch Liquid Retina display, powerful set of features, and rich audio. It can be attached to a wall using three purpose-built mounts from Schneider Home, with options for self-installation or professional installation.

Pricing and Availability

Customers in Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, the UK, and the U.S. can pre-order Apple HomeView in silver, starlight, rose pink, and space gray for $299 (U.S.), and Apple HomeView (Wall Mounted) in space gray and silver for $299 (U.S.), starting today from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app. Customers in Singapore can pre-order starting Thursday, October 15, at 9 a.m. SGT. Both models will be available in these countries beginning Friday, November 13. Customers in South Africa will be able to pre-order Apple HomeView and Apple HomeView (Wall Mounted) through Apple Authorized Resellers, with availability beginning Friday, November 13. Apple HomeView is not available for sale in the European Union, as Siri AI is currently unavailable in iOS in the EU. Apple is working constructively with the EU in an attempt to find a path forward.

HomeView (Wall Mounted) will be available with a choice of three purpose-built mounts from Schneider Home. Power Mount USB‑C Wall Connector, available starting at $59.95 (U.S.), and Power Mount AC Wired, available starting at $79.95 (U.S.), can be ordered starting today from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app. Power Mount PoE Wired will be available starting in early 2027 for $129.95 (U.S.).

Apple unveils the new Apple TV 4K, supercharged by Siri AI

2026-10-17T01:07:52.345+02:00

Apple announced the next generation of Apple TV 4K, delivering its most immersive home theater experience yet. The new Apple TV 4K features Siri AI, an entirely new version of Siri powered by the next generation of Apple Intelligence, transforming how users search for, discover, and enjoy their favorite movies and TV shows through a full-screen Siri AI experience.1 With built-in far-field microphones, Apple TV 4K also lets users talk to Siri completely hands-free.

The new Apple TV 4K delivers even faster performance and, when paired with four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers, unlocks the most immersive home theater surround sound setup Apple has ever offered. As a home hub, Apple TV 4K also makes managing the smart home easier than ever, with Apple Intelligence-generated camera activity descriptions and summarized notifications in the Home app, and control of accessories and scenes.

The new Apple TV 4K can be pre-ordered starting today, with availability beginning November 13.
“The new Apple TV 4K is our most immersive home theater experience yet,” said Bob Borchers, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “With Siri AI, finding something to watch becomes a full-screen, conversational experience, and with built-in far-field microphones, it’s completely hands-free. Pair it with HomePod for the best surround sound setup we’ve ever offered, and it makes managing your Apple Home accessories easier than ever. Now, alongside HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and Apple Home Collection, it’s part of the most connected Apple Home we’ve ever built.”

An Entirely New Version of Siri Powered by Apple Intelligence

Apple TV 4K brings Siri AI to the living room with a rich, full-screen experience. An entirely new version of Siri powered by the next generation of Apple Intelligence, Siri AI is a profoundly more capable and conversational assistant with personal context understanding, broad world knowledge, and the ability to take even more systemwide app actions, making it effortless to find entertainment. Users can simply ask Siri “What Apple TV shows won at the Emmy Awards this year?” and see beautiful poster art pulled directly from the Apple TV app, along with relevant suggestions like “More award-winning comedies” to keep exploring. While watching, users can ask Siri AI follow-up questions and tap into Siri AI’s broad world knowledge to go deeper into a show, asking things like “Where was Pluribus filmed?” or “Is this appropriate for a 15-year-old?” Responses appear in a compact, subtle overlay, providing helpful information when viewers ask while keeping them immersed in the action. With an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone, Siri AI on Apple TV 4K can now tap into a user’s personal context to answer requests like “Play the show Alinda recommended.”

Faster Performance, Smarter Remote

The A19 chip in the new Apple TV 4K delivers up to 50 percent faster CPU performance and up to 2x faster GPU performance than the previous generation, for greater responsiveness, faster navigation, and smoother animations. The A19 chip also includes a new, dedicated AV1 decoder, enabling more efficient, high-quality streaming while using less bandwidth.

The new Siri Remote keeps its familiar design while adding Find My support with Precision Finding and an option to play a sound on the remote — making it far easier to locate.

Pricing and Availability

Customers in the U.S. and 29 other countries and regions can pre-order Apple TV 4K (4th generation) starting today from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app, with availability in stores beginning Friday, November 13.

Apple TV 4K (4th generation) is available for $299 (U.S.) or $49.83 (U.S.) per month for six months.

Apple announces the next generation of HomePod mini with support for Siri AI, beautiful new colors, and rich sound

2026-10-17T01:01:57.438+02:00

Apple today announced HomePod mini 2, featuring Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and enhanced audio experiences. Siri AI, coming to HomePod mini 2 in a future software update, is a profoundly more capable and conversational assistant with personal context understanding, broad world knowledge that powers tasks like richer music discovery, and the ability to tap into even more apps — bringing a whole new level of capability to HomePod mini.

Users can enjoy room-filling audio with a single speaker, in a stereo pair, or using multiroom audio. When paired with the new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini 2 supports four-speaker surround sound — Apple’s most immersive home theater setup yet. And HomePod mini makes it easy for different users to manage the connected home with just a voice command, securely controlling accessories and running automations.
HomePod mini 2 can be pre-ordered starting today in pink, green, blue, white, and midnight, with availability beginning Friday, October 30.

“HomePod mini 2 brings together Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and incredible audio,” said Kaiann Drance, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Home Product Marketing. “With Siri AI, it understands you better than ever, drawing on personal context and broad world knowledge to make music discovery even richer. It fills a room with sound on its own, which gets even bigger in a stereo pair or with multiroom audio, and when paired with the new Apple TV 4K, it delivers our most immersive home theater setup yet. And with just your voice, HomePod mini makes it easy to securely control your accessories and run automations across the connected home.”

Pricing and Availability

Customers in the U.S. and more than 23 other countries and regions can pre-order HomePod mini 2 starting today from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app in pink, green, blue, white, and midnight, with availability in stores beginning Friday, October 30.

HomePod mini 2 is available for $149 (U.S.).

LG ELECTRONICS ANNOUNCES NEW SMART HOME ACCESSORIES, DESIGNED IN COLLABORATION WITH APPLE FOR THE APPLE HOME COLLECTION

2026-10-14T00:31:36.824+02:00

LG Electronics (LG) today announced a range of smart home accessories co-developed with Apple for the Apple Home Collection, including indoor and outdoor cameras, and a video doorbell, smart lock, smart thermostat, and temperature sensor. The new products are designed to make the everyday home experience simpler, more reliable, and seamlessly connected and private in Apple Home.

These smart home accessories represent LG's commitment to creating connected and adaptive experiences. They also advance the company's ambition to simplify everyday living by reducing the need for manual intervention and enabling more intuitive interactions between customers and their environments.

"Creating a truly connected home requires products that work seamlessly together," said Kihyun Jung, head of the Platform Business Center at the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. "By bringing LG's expertise in home appliances and the home environment together with the Apple Home, we are creating intuitive, integrated experiences that fit naturally into customers' daily lives."

"Apple has always focused on making products and experiences that are seamless and intuitive, and protect our users' privacy — and that matters more than ever in the home," said Matthew Costello, Apple's vice president of Hardware Engineering. "Combining our hardware and software expertise with LG's deep understanding of the home and connected living lets us build smart home experiences that are simpler to set up, are easier to control, and work effortlessly."

Moving Beyond Connectivity to Co-Develop Products and User Experiences
Moving beyond just device compatibility, Apple and LG developed these new products together from the early product planning stage, collaborating on hardware, software, and user experiences.

Each product is designed with a consistent user experience in mind to streamline setup and control. Rather than simply linking individual products through a platform, the accessories are designed to work together. Using the Home app or Siri to control a single "Good Morning" scene can simultaneously adjust the thermostat and tilt an indoor camera down while a user is getting ready.1 And each accessory is encrypted end-to-end in Apple Home, so only users and the people they choose can access their home data.

Introducing New Indoor and Outdoor Cameras, a Video Doorbell, Smart Lock, Thermostat, and Temperature Sensor
Starting in December, with select accessories coming early next year, LG and Apple are launching the full lineup in the United States and Canada, including indoor and outdoor cameras, a video doorbell, a smart lock, a thermostat, and a temperature sensor with support for Apple Home and LG ThinQ apps.1 In the United Kingdom, indoor and outdoor cameras and a video doorbell will be available starting December.2

Cameras
LG's new indoor and outdoor cameras deliver clear imaging, intelligent detection and privacy-focused controls to help users monitor what matters around their homes. With up to 2.5K video resolution, low-light color night vision, and wide-angle coverage, the cameras provide clear views during the day and at night. Using intelligence, each camera recognizes people, pets, vehicles and motion, helping deliver more relevant alerts and reducing unnecessary notifications. Users can also block selected areas from view and recording, while built-in local storage provides greater control over how recorded footage is stored and reviewed.
- LG Indoor Cam Plug-In: A wide 160° field of view captures more of the room in a single frame, while a privacy tilt mechanism and physical controls provide a visible and intuitive way to control monitoring when it is not needed.
- LG Outdoor Cam Plug-In: The camera provides reliable outdoor monitoring with low light color night vision, and 2.5K resolution, helping users maintain a clear view around the home day and night.
- LG Floodlight Cam: The camera adds dual adaptive floodlights that automatically illuminate the surrounding area when activity is detected, combining outdoor monitoring and lighting in one integrated home security solution.
LG Video Doorbell Wired
LG Video Doorbell Wired brings clear visibility, more relevant alerts and everyday convenience to the front door. Its dual-camera system combines a 2.5K front camera and a Full HD bottom camera, capturing separate views of visitors, packages and key areas around the entryway for broader coverage. It can also identify people, vehicles, pets and packages and play a helpful chime through Apple HomeView, HomePod or HomePod mini. Low-light color night vision and two-way talk also help users see and respond to activity at their door.
LG Smart Deadbolt Lock
LG Smart Deadbolt Lock combines smart access, minimal design and everyday convenience, led by hands-free unlocking with home key on a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch and advanced Ultra-Wideband technology. The lock recognizes an authorized user's location and movement to support reliable hands-free entry. NFC tap, PIN code and a physical key provide additional ways to unlock the door, while built-in door sensing and real-time app notifications help users monitor door status and security events.
LG Smart Thermostat and LG Temperature Sensor
LG Smart Thermostat combines energy efficiency, intuitive design to make home comfort more adaptive and efficient. Adaptive Temperature from Apple can adjust heating and cooling based on headed home, away from home, or sleeping.

When paired with optional LG Temperature Sensor devices placed in other rooms, the system can monitor temperature and humidity across multiple spaces to support more consistent comfort throughout the home. Advanced sensing algorithms are designed to reduce measurement errors and detect indoor temperature changes in real time, while Matter over Thread enables low-power, responsive connectivity with fewer connection delays and offline disruptions.

In the U.S., Clean Energy Guidance from Apple can help optimize energy use based on grid carbon intensity. Through supported utility-provider integrations, LG Smart Thermostat can also shift operation toward lower-cost periods.

Privacy in Apple Home
Privacy is foundational to Apple Home. Camera footage and personal data in the Home app is stored end-to-end encrypted and never accessible to LG or Apple.

SOURCE LG Electronics USA