Moto X always-on voice commands revealed
Future Android phones will be awaiting your command.
I'm Bridget Carey, and this is your CNET Update.
Motorola's new flagship smartphone, the Moto X, will be listening to you and awaiting your voice command even when you're not touching it-- at least, that's one of the features mentioned in a leaked promo video about the upcoming smartphone.
The video is made by the Canadian telecom provider, Rogers.
And in it, a woman shows
how to pull up weather information without touching the phone on her desk.
She simply says, "Okay, Google Now.
What's the forecast for today?" And the phone responds.
This video also mentions a new camera feature.
To turn on the camera, users will twist their wrist twice, and the camera app will be activated.
A photo can then be snapped by tapping anywhere on the screen.
This phone has not even been officially unveiled yet by Motorola.
The leaked video was posted on someone's Google Plus page, and it was first reported by the
Australian Android blog, Asteroid.
But this isn't the only sneak peek we've gone of the mysterious Moto X. Google's executive chairman, Eric Schmidt, was seen last week using it in public at a media conference.
This will be the first smartphone released by Motorola Mobility since the company was acquired by Google.
And we're expecting the Moto X to be launched some time in the summer.
The rumors about smart watches continue to roll in.
Among the latest reports, Microsoft is putting its Surface tablet team in charge of crafting a smart watch
and that the Xbox accessories team was previously trying to develop a prototype watch that would come with a heart rate monitor.
And that's according to The Verge.
And as for Apple, the Financial Times reports Apple has gone on a hiring spree to bring in more talent to create an iWatch.
Apparently, the iWatch team is up against some difficult engineering challenges, and it may pay to order car service on the Uber app if you can share a ride with your friends.
Because now, the app lets users split the cost of a ride among multiple passengers--
as long as everyone has the Uber app.
Sometimes, it pays to not be the first to buy a gadget.
Microsoft has cut the prices of its Surface tablets.
Now, the entry level 32-gig model without a keyboard costs $350.
It used to cost $500.
It looks like Microsoft is hoping the lower price will win over back-to-school shoppers.
The Surface is also discounted for schools and universities.
Microsoft is letting these institutions buy the tablets for as low as $200 each.
And
BlackBerry's flagship smartphone, the Z10, it's also discounted.
It originally sold for $200 with a contract, but AT&T and Verizon are selling it for $100.
And you can even find it for 50 bucks at Amazon and Best Buy.
That's your tech news update.
You could find more details at CNET.com/update and follow along on Twitter.
From our studios in New York, I'm Bridget Carey.
Up Next
Download Netflix shows to watch offline
Up Next
Download Netflix shows to watch offline
Amazon's next Echo said to come with a screen
Amazon's next Echo said to come with a screen
Curved iPhone 8? Apple said to be exploring OLED screens
Curved iPhone 8? Apple said to be exploring OLED screens
Black Friday and other turkey traditions are evolving
Black Friday and other turkey traditions are evolving
Facebook drone accident under investigation
Facebook drone accident under investigation
Facebook needs you to fight fake news
Facebook needs you to fight fake news
Airbnb wants to be your travel agent
Airbnb wants to be your travel agent
Wait, how fast can Qualcomm charge a phone?
Wait, how fast can Qualcomm charge a phone?
Snapchat may be worth $30 billion with IPO filing
Snapchat may be worth $30 billion with IPO filing
Nintendo puts a price on Super Mario Run (and the Switch?)
Nintendo puts a price on Super Mario Run (and the Switch?)
Tech Shows
Latest News All latest news
Apple May Give FineWoven Accessories 1 More Season
Apple May Give FineWoven Accessories 1 More Season
US vs. TikTok: What Happens Next
US vs. TikTok: What Happens Next
Battle of the Humanoid Robots: MenteeBot Is Ready
Battle of the Humanoid Robots: MenteeBot Is Ready
What to Expect at Apple's May 7 iPad Event
What to Expect at Apple's May 7 iPad Event
Did a Week With the Apple Watch Make Me Use My iPhone Less?
Did a Week With the Apple Watch Make Me Use My iPhone Less?
How Google Tests the Cameras in Its Pixel Phones
How Google Tests the Cameras in Its Pixel Phones
Most Popular All most popular
First Look at TSA's Self-Screening Tech (in VR!)
First Look at TSA's Self-Screening Tech (in VR!)
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: More AI at a Higher Cost
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: More AI at a Higher Cost
'Circle to Search' Lets Users Google From Any Screen
'Circle to Search' Lets Users Google From Any Screen
Asus Put Two 14-inch OLEDs in a Laptop, Unleashes First OLED ROG Gaming Laptop
Asus Put Two 14-inch OLEDs in a Laptop, Unleashes First OLED ROG Gaming Laptop
Samsung Galaxy Ring: First Impressions
Samsung Galaxy Ring: First Impressions
Best of Show: The Coolest Gadgets of CES 2024
Best of Show: The Coolest Gadgets of CES 2024
Latest Products All latest products
Battle of the Humanoid Robots: MenteeBot Is Ready
Battle of the Humanoid Robots: MenteeBot Is Ready
2025 Audi Q6, SQ6 E-Tron: Audi's Newest EV Is Its Most Compelling
2025 Audi Q6, SQ6 E-Tron: Audi's Newest EV Is Its Most Compelling
Hands-On with Ford's Free Tesla Charging Adapter
Hands-On with Ford's Free Tesla Charging Adapter
Nuro R3 is an Adorable Self-Driving Snack Bar
Nuro R3 is an Adorable Self-Driving Snack Bar
First Look: The $349 Nothing Phone 2A Aims to Brighten Your Day
First Look: The $349 Nothing Phone 2A Aims to Brighten Your Day
Best of MWC 2024: Bendable Screens, AI Wearables and More
Best of MWC 2024: Bendable Screens, AI Wearables and More
Latest How To All how to videos
Tips and Tricks for the AirPods Pro 2
Tips and Tricks for the AirPods Pro 2
How to Watch the Solar Eclipse Safely From Your Phone
How to Watch the Solar Eclipse Safely From Your Phone
Windows 11 Tips and Hidden Features
Windows 11 Tips and Hidden Features
Vision Pro App Walkthrough -- VisionOS 1.0.3
Vision Pro App Walkthrough -- VisionOS 1.0.3
Tips and Tricks for the Galaxy S24 Ultra
Tips and Tricks for the Galaxy S24 Ultra
TikTok Is Now on the Apple Vision Pro