Tech titans Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Sam Altman claim
smartphones are nearing their end, while Apple's Tim Cook insists
they’ll evolve.
Musk’s Brain Interfaces
Musk’s Neuralink develops brain-computer interfaces for thought-based control, with human trials
underway
Zuckerberg’s AR Glasses
Zuckerberg’s Meta bets on AR glasses to replace smartphones by 2030, blending digital and physical worlds (Glass Almanac).
Altman’s AI Vision
Altman, linked to OpenAI, sees AI-driven interfaces overtaking smartphones, offering intuitive interactions (The News).
Cook’s Smartphone Defense
Apple’s Tim Cook champions smartphones, with iPhone 16’s AI features showing their lasting role (Glass Almanac).
What’s Next?
The debate highlights disruption versus evolution. Consumer adoption will determine smartphones’ fate.