SMRTR AIJan 29, 2026The Verge

Apple’s second biggest acquisition ever is an AI company that listens to ‘silent speech’

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Apple acquired Q.ai, an AI audio startup, for $2 billion in its second-largest acquisition ever, bringing technology that reads facial micro-movements to understand silent speech through headphones or glasses. The innovation could integrate with Siri and Apple Intelligence features across AirPods, Vision Pro, and other devices, potentially revolutionizing hands-free interaction.

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