IJR News — today's news from every sideDana Whitfield The Aegon deal is the real story here - if that integration goes smoothly it could actually justify some of this optimism. 
On X · @johnternusApple CEO John Ternus Shares Video from Packed Fifth Avenue Store on iPhone 18 Launch MorningApple CEO John Ternus posted a video from the Fifth Avenue store capturing the iPhone 18 launch-day rush. Reactions are mostly positive among fans and tech outlets praising the energy and Ternus's involvement, with a smaller critical minority dismissing the consumer hype and queues.3,849 likes · nowSSandra RhodesColin Kaepernick: National Anthem a ‘Bad Song’The former NFL football player who refused to stand for the U.S. National Anthem is now calling it “bad song” musically. Colin Kaepernick appeared on Wednesday’s episode of “The Adam Friedland Show.” Kaepernick was on the show to promote his upcoming memoir. Friedland asked Kaepernick, “Do you think ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ is a good song?” Kaepernick’s answer? “No.” “You just think, as a song, 14h · 2 reads
Vadzo Imaging Validates Real-Time ROI AutofocusTech — Aug 31, 2026Vadzo Imaging announced multiple new embedded vision cameras across robotics, life sciences, and industrial automation, including high-speed AR0234-based GigE and IMX900-based USB models for motion-accurate inspection, fluorescence-ready AR1335 monochrome USB cameras for sensitive light imaging, HDR low-power AR0822 sensors in MIPI and related auto-exposure/Flexible ROI configurations for precision and power-constrained deployments, and a versatile camera lineup designed for forklift, warehouse, and edge AI applications. The announcements emphasize global shutter and ROI capabilities, HDR imaging, high frame-rate streaming, and power-efficient operation to meet demanding real-time machine vision tasks.
Light Flip to Ship April 2027 With No CameraTech — Jul 21, 2026Light is launching the Light Flip, a minimalist flip-phone with a 2.8-inch internal display, no exterior screen, a T9 keypad, and LightOS aimed at reducing smartphone distractions while preserving essential features like calls, texts, and voice-to-text. Priced at $299 with 128GB of storage, 6GB RAM, 5G, USB-C, a 3.5mm jack, six colors, and a paid option of $39/month for a two-year plan, it targets Gen Z and millennials seeking a non-smartphone lifestyle and is slated to ship in 2027.
