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Overview of the Sale The customs department has initiated a sale of a significant number of used smartphones that were previously seized due to administrative violations. The first batch includes 2,540 iPhones, which are being offered for a total price of VND2 billion (approximately US$76,140). This translates to around VND800,000 (US$30.5) per device. The buyer is required to purchase the entire batch and also cover the transportation costs. These devices were confiscated in cases involving administrative violations and are now being sold by the anti-smuggling unit of the customs department. This move is part of an effort to recover value from seized goods and manage the inventory effectively. Additional Batch of Devices In addition to the iPhone sale, another batch of 2,360 used smartphones is also up for grabs. This group consists of Apple, Oppo, and Honor devices. The total price for this batch is VND1.36 billion, which averages out to approximately VND600,000 per phone. This...

Apple is reportedly planning to incorporate Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) model into its iPhones, as reported by Bloomberg News. This move comes as Apple continues to develop its own AI technology but has faced criticism for underperforming compared to industry rivals. Analysts suggest that Apple’s decision to use Google’s AI reflects a recognition of the competitive gap in AI development. Google AI ‘Gemini’ to be Equipped in iPhone According to Bloomberg News, Apple plans to integrate Google’s AI model, Gemini, into its self-developed AI feature called “Apple Intelligence.” This feature is set to debut on iPhones and will include enhancements to the voice assistant, “Siri,” which is expected to launch in spring 2025. “Apple Intelligence” will operate as a customized AI model hosted on Apple’s cloud servers, ensuring that user data from iPhones remains within Apple’s ecosystem and is not transmitted to Google. The collaboration is estimated to cost Apple approximately $1 bil...

Apple Denies Accusations of Bias in App Store Apple has officially denied Elon Musk's allegations that its App Store favors OpenAI’s ChatGPT over his company’s AI assistant, Grok, and other competitors. The tech giant emphasized that the App Store is designed to be a fair and unbiased platform for users and developers alike. In response to an inquiry from AFP, Apple stated, "The App Store is designed to be fair and free of bias." It further explained that thousands of apps are featured through charts, algorithmic recommendations, and curated lists created by experts using objective criteria. The company highlighted its commitment to providing a "safe discovery" experience for users while also offering opportunities for developers to showcase their creations. However, this statement came after a series of heated exchanges between Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Musk accused Apple of acting in a way that makes it impossible for any AI company other than OpenAI ...