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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
OPEC+ announces 188,000 barrels-per-day output increase in first meeting without UAE
“In their collective commitment to support oil market stability, the seven participating countries decided to implement a production adjustment of 188 thousand barrels per day from the additional voluntary adjustments announced in April 2023,” OPEC said in its statement.
Oil supply has been choked since the Iran war began on February 28, as the Strait of Hormuz – a vital shipping route for global oil and gas supplies – has remained effectively closed.
OPEC+ has agreed an increase in oil output of 188,000 barrels per day, the cartel said on Sunday, as it pushes on with production in the first meeting since the loss of its key member, the United Arab Emirates.
CNBC reports that the group of seven major oil producers announced it would increase June production by slightly less than May’s output hike of 206,000 bpd. Sunday’s figure excludes the United Arab Emirates share of output, which officially departed OPEC on May 1.
The seven countries included Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman.
“In their collective commitment to support oil market stability, the seven participating countries decided to implement a production adjustment of 188 thousand barrels per day from the additional voluntary adjustments announced in April 2023,” OPEC said in its statement.
Oil supply has been choked since the Iran war began on February 28, as the Strait of Hormuz – a vital shipping route for global oil and gas supplies – has remained effectively closed.
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President Tinubu Leaves for Kenya, Rwanda and France to Strengthen Strategic Partnerships
At the two summits, President Tinubu will deliver statements highlighting his administration’s ongoing reforms to reposition the nation as a prime destination for investment and growth. He will also hold high-level meetings with top-tier global and African business leaders.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, May 2nd, on a visit to Kenya, Rwanda and France.
The itinerary details are provided by Bayo Onanuga,Special Adviser to the President(Information & Strategy), as follows:
” President Tinubu’s first stop will be in France, after which he will depart for Nairobi, Kenya, to attend the Africa-France Summit scheduled to begin next week.
Co-chaired by President Emmanuel Macron and President William Ruto, the summit focuses on energy transition, green industrialisation, digital transformation, restructuring of global financing architecture, and climate action.
President Tinubu’s participation at the summit from May 11- 12 will underscore Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships with African nations and the French Republic.
The summit, with the theme – “Africa Forward: Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth” – will provide a high-level platform for African leaders and their French counterparts to deliberate on critical issues affecting the continent, including economic transformation, climate resilience, infrastructure development, youth empowerment, technological advancement, and peace-building initiatives.
At the end of the Kenyan summit, President Tinubu will depart for Kigali, Rwanda, to attend the annual Africa CEO Forum, taking place between May 14th and 15th.
With the theme “Scale or Fail”, this year’s Africa CEO Forum will be the largest gathering of African private sector leaders, investors, and policymakers, focusing on accelerating economic transformation through shared scale, regional integration, and increased cross-border investment.
Held in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the summit brings together over 2,000 top executives and national leaders to debate strategies for building resilient, competitive industries.
At the two summits, President Tinubu will deliver statements highlighting his administration’s ongoing reforms to reposition the nation as a prime destination for investment and growth. He will also hold high-level meetings with top-tier global and African business leaders.
President Tinubu will be accompanied on the trip by some of his ministers and senior aides.
He will return to Nigeria at the end of the Rwanda summit. “
Business
Nigerian Lawmakers Demand Arrest of World Bank Official Calling for Reinstatement of Petroleum Import Licences
Declaring the unnamed World Bank official persona non grata, the Committee gave the Bank 30 days to issue a public retraction and written apology.
The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has call for the dismissal and arrest of the World Bank official responsible for the April 7, 2026 Nigeria Development Update, which recommended the reinstatement of petroleum import licences.
The Committee described the recommendation as a reckless move capable of undermining Nigeria’s indigenous refining capacity.
In a formal resolution, the Committee condemned the World Bank report, which claimed that imported petroleum products are 12 percent cheaper than those from the Dangote Refinery.
It rejected the position as contrary to Nigeria’s national economic interest and an unacceptable interference in the country’s sovereign petroleum policy.
Declaring the unnamed World Bank official persona non grata, the Committee gave the Bank 30 days to issue a public retraction and written apology.
It further demanded that the staff member responsible for the report be relieved of their duties and subjected to investigation.
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