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Mark Zuckerberg Announces the End of Mobile Phones and Reveals Their Replacement
” He predicts that by the 2030s, people will reach for their phones less often, opting instead for the convenience and seamless integration of smart glasses.
(Belles and Gals) :
The smartphone has been a constant companion in our lives for decades, shaping how we connect, work, and stay informed.
But according to Mark Zuckerberg, the days of mobile phones dominating our lives might be numbered.
In a bold statement, the Meta CEO shared his vision for the future: smart glasses as the next major computing platform, set to replace smartphones as our go-to tech device.
Are Smartphones Becoming Obsolete?
For years, smartphones have been indispensable, but Zuckerberg believes they’re on the verge of being relegated to a secondary role.
Speaking in a recent video, he explained that wearable technology, particularly smart glasses, offers a more immersive and less intrusive experience than traditional phones.
“I think the trend in computing is to become more omnipresent, natural, and social,” Zuckerberg said.
“You want to interact with people around you, and I believe this will be the next major platform after phones.
” He predicts that by the 2030s, people will reach for their phones less often, opting instead for the convenience and seamless integration of smart glasses. “
The Rise of Smart Glasses
While the idea of smart glasses replacing smartphones may sound futuristic, recent advancements in technology suggest it’s closer than we think.
Major tech companies are pouring resources into this space, each with its own take on wearable tech.
Apple’s Vision Pro and Meta’s Orion project are leading the charge, but they’re not alone.
Numerous other companies are working to develop augmented reality glasses that blend cutting-edge functionality with everyday usability.
Zuckerberg is particularly optimistic about Meta’s efforts.
He envisions a future where smart glasses offer features like real-time augmented reality overlays, on-the-go information access, and personalized guidance.
Essentially, they’ll act as personal assistants that are always within view—no need to pull a phone out of your pocket.Zuckerberg explains that this transition won’t happen overnight.
Smartphones will remain integral for many tasks, but smart glasses are poised to gradually take over in areas where convenience matters most.
There will come a time when your smartphone spends more time in your pocket than out of it,” he said.
“Even if some tasks are more effectively handled on a phone, users will gravitate toward the ease of using smart glasses.”
With features like navigation assistance, voice-activated commands, and AR-enhanced communication, these glasses could redefine how we interact with the digital world—and each other.
What This Means for the Future
The move from smartphones to smart glasses represents a broader trend in technology: making computing more intuitive, wearable, and socially integrated.
If Meta and other tech giants succeed, smart glasses could become as ubiquitous as smartphones are today, changing the way we engage with the world around us.
While this shift may take time, one thing is clear: the future of tech is wearable, and the days of staring at a screen in our hands might soon be behind us.
Whether this will truly replace the smartphone or simply complement it remains to be seen, but the evolution of personal technology is undeniably accelerating.
Source: Belles and Gals
Business
Nigeria First Policy: Customs Championing Made-in-Nigeria Vehicles Procurements
In terms of aesthetics, I am satisfied with what I see here. In terms of functionality, we have been assured by the manufacturers that the vehicles are quite efficient.”
The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi has assured members of the Nigeria Automotive Manufacturers Association (NAMA) that the Service would champion the procurements of locally assembled vehicles from the auto manufacturers inline with the government’s Nigeria First Policy Directive.
CGC Adeniyi gave the assurance when he inspected vehicles produced by members of the Nigeria Automotive Manufacturers Association (NAMA) at the Service’s headquarters, Maitama, Abuja.
After the inspection, the CGC commended the association for turning up in full strength and expressed satisfaction with the quality of the vehicles.
He remarked, “In terms of aesthetics, I am satisfied with what I see here. In terms of functionality, we have been assured by the manufacturers that the vehicles are quite efficient.”
“What gives me joy is that in all the vehicles I have seen today, there is an imprint of Nigeria, which shows that they are fully assembled here. It gives me joy that Mr President’s policy is on the right course,” he added.
He further praised President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Nigeria First policy initiative in the automobile industry.
He pledged that the Nigeria Customs Service would continue to patronise and support the sector for the growth and well-being of the nation’s industrial economy.
In response, Ilekuba Anslem Chairman, Chief Executive Officer of Cedric Masters Group, commended the CGC for his unwavering support for the automobile industry.
Also, Oluwatobi Ajayi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nord Automobile Limited, praised the CGC.
“Even before this policy was announced, you had been championing made-in-Nigeria vehicles.
With Mr President’s announcement, we are confident that you will be the first CEO of a government parastatal to fully champion this policy,” he said.
He assured the CGC that the company would not abandon its vehicles after sales.Similarly, Jonas Ojukwu, a Director at Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Limited (IVM), assured the Nigeria Customs Service of the company’s commitment to delivering the best to the Service.
Other stakeholders who spoke at the event included representatives from Mikano Motors Nigeria and Stallion Motors Nigeria.
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Lagos Marks 39 Building in Lekki Axis for Demolition
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, explained that government swung into action following a series of petitions on encroachment of the Ikota River.
Lagos State government has marked no fewer than 39 buildings located in two highbrow estates for demolition for building on the Right of Way, RoW, of Ikota River, at Eti-Osa Local Government Area. Ikota is part of the Maroko Okun Alfa Ward in the Lekki axis.
This is coming as the state government issued indefinite quit notices to affected occupants to enable them move their properties and families before the demolition exercise commences.
The affected buildings, located at Oral Extension Estate, Westend and Megamound Estate, Eti-Osa, LGA, include 20 buildings to be totally removed, eight marked for partial removal, while 13 buildings are to go down at Westend Estate.
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, explained that government swung into action following a series of petitions on encroachment of the Ikota River.
Wahab said: “We had several complaints. We have been on this for a while now, and we found out at the ministry level that while we are engaging to find a win-win solution that will mitigate the negative impact on the environment and they don’t affect the people so much. Some developments were also going on to further push back the RoW, and the alignment of the Ikota River.
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Senate Constitutes Abdullahi Yahaya Tax Harmonisation Committee
Altogether, the four Tax Reform bills were Executive Bills transmitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the two chambers of the National Assembly in November last year.
The Senate on Thursday constituted a committee saddled with the responsibility of harmonizing its amendments to the tax reform bills with the House of Representatives version for final transmission to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, announced this during plenary after the passage of the bills.
Akpabio named senator Abdullahi Yahaya (Kebbi North) as chairman of the committee.
The members of the committee as announced by the Senate President are Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro (PDP, Benue South), Chief Whip, Tahir Mongumo (APC, Borno North), Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South), Abdulaziz Yari (Zamfara), and Solomon Adeola (APC, Ogun West).
Earlier, the remaining two Tax Reform Bills — the Nigeria Tax Bill 2025 and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill, 2025.
This was in addition to passage of the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, 2025, and the Nigerian Tax Administration Bill, 2025.
Altogether, the four Tax Reform bills were Executive Bills transmitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the two chambers of the National Assembly in November last year.
The passage of the bills was sequel to the consideration and adoption of a report of the Senate Committee on Finance presented by its Chairman, Senator Sani Musa (APC, Niger East).
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