Swedish eye-tracking company Smart Eye could play a major role in supporting vehicle safety by tracking the mindset of drivers, intervening in disruptions such as sibling squabbles and helping to prevent distracted driving within a decade, says CEO Rana el Kaliouby. The company is also working to keep its data diverse, as well as its internal team.

Google Assistant reportedly is testing a "fast checkout" prompt, automatically filling out payment information and addresses to streamline the shopping experience. The feature appears to still be in the pilot stage.

An off-road map app, developed by BFGoodrich, provides GPS navigation in rough terrain. The OnTrail app offers information about the suitability of trails for different vehicles and incorporates gamification, with users accruing experience points and competing for rewards.

Mini-gaming handheld Panic met a 20,000-unit preorder goal for 2021 within the first 20 minutes of opening sales. Units sold after the initial batch of preorders won't start shipping until 2022.

Apple is establishing mask requirements at most US stores for employees and customers, regardless of vaccination status, in response to updated CDC recommendations. Apple's 270 US stores had reopened by March 1, and the company had loosened mask requirements until recent weeks, when an increase in coronavirus cases because of the Delta variant led the company to reimpose mask rules.

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