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Customs seized the OnePlus Buds as ‘counterfeit AirPods’

OnePlus jokes about the incident

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If you’ve looked at everyone’s ears lately, you’ll notice a glaring trend: the prominence of Apple’s AirPods… or earbuds that look like them. Since the AirPods’ launch, everyone drew inspiration from the popular wireless wearable. Now, every brand has their own similar take on the form factor. Unfortunately, not everyone was clued in on the remarkable similarity. In New York, the Customs seized the OnePlus Buds as “counterfeit AirPods.”

Last night, the US Customs and Border Protection’s official Twitter account boasted the successful seizure of 2,000 “counterfeit Apple AirPods” shipped from Hong Kong. They also released an official press statement on the incident, claiming “mission success.” The office claims that the shipment is valued at US$ 398,000 “had they been genuine.”

Well, they are. Apparently, the American government hasn’t heard of OnePlus circulating in their country yet. Of note, OnePlus is one of the more popular brands in the United States. It is also one of the only Chinese brands legally circulated in the country.

Surprisingly, OnePlus took the slight in stride. The company humorously tweeted back, “Hey, give those back!” Additionally, they also made their own post this morning with the caption: “Seize the day. Seize the music.” It’s clearly aiming for the incident.

At the time of this writing, neither party has not taken their respective posts down. Likewise, Customs has not announced the safe return of their valuable shipment yet.

Though one can definitely argue against the OnePlus Buds’ similarities to the AirPods, the company’s logo is visible right on the box. Someone clearly didn’t Google “OnePlus” when checking on the shipment.

UPDATE: Instead of giving up, the Customs Office is doubling down on their reasons for the blunder. According to a statement from The Verge, the OnePlus Buds violated trademarks owned by Apple, firmly placing them in the counterfeit category. As such, OnePlus must now defend their own product against the American government.

SEE ALSO: OnePlus Buds is the company’s first true wireless earbuds

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2026’s The Game Awards will stream live on Disney+

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Annually, The Game Awards have become a sort of second Christmas for gamers. Besides a celebration of the past year in the world of videogames, the event hosts trailers for games of the upcoming year and beyond. Though it’s already free on several platforms, viewers can now tune in to Disney+ to watch this year’s Game Awards.

Hosted as always by Geoff Keighley, 2026’s The Game Awards will happen on December 10 at 7:30pm ET. Most of the event will award the best titles of various categories for the year. Several publishers and developers also use the event to announce their upcoming titles. It’s for these reasons that a lot of gamers catch the event every year.

This year, The Game Awards is streaming live on Disney+. This is in addition to its usual platforms including Twitch and YouTube. The Disney+ stream will be available in the United States and select territories internationally.

For now, gamers can also vote on their picks for various categories via the event’s website.

On the other hand, Disney+ has been pushing live events more adamantly. In the Philippines, for example, the platform is the home for live NBA coverage. Though it’s not as strong as Netflix’s gaming push with its assortment of free games, Disney+’s addition of the annual awards show is a worthy go for gamers.

SEE ALSO: Here are all the big trailers from The Game Awards 2025

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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang resigns after scandals

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NVIDIA’s week is finally and mercifully coming to an end. After being implicated in two extramarital affairs, now-former NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has resigned from his position.

It’s been a terrible week for Huang’s personal life. Last weekend, a bombshell report revealed that Huang engaged in an affair with Alice Huang, who is reportedly involved with Chinese intelligence. Quickly realizing the heaviness of the allegations, the CEO admitted quickly to the affair.

However, barely 24 hours ago, another report revealed that Huang had a second extramarital affair. Though he was clear of any more espionage allegations, his romantic affair of choice was another executive within the company. NVIDIA’s board of directors quickly debated whether Huang should be fired for his actions.

Now, Huang has voluntarily resigned from his position. The former CEO leaves behind his spot at the head of the table since cofounding NVIDIA in 1993.

In his stead, the board of directors have named incumbent CFO Colette Kress as the company’s interim CEO while the board searches for a permanent replacement. Despite her interim role, Kress will continue her duties as CFO.

Additionally, the board has named Harvey C. Jones, a member of board since its founding, as its first chair of the board.

Though the company will leave most of the controversy behind with Huang’s departure, its next chapter is about to begin. Will its new direction maintain the company’s tenuous balance between AI and gaming, or tip the scales towards one segment?

SEE ALSO: NVIDIA CEO admits to having an affair with alleged Chinese spy

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St. Peter reunited people with their deceased loved ones through tech

The new “If Heaven Could Write” campaign generates letters from the imagined perspectives of loved ones.

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Grieving can take many forms. Sometimes, it manifests through a desire to hear a loved one again. We look at their old clothing, a gust of wind, or a butterfly, and imagine them talking to us one more time. This year, St. Peter, through the power of technology, gave 11,000 people that chance through its new “If Heaven Could Write” campaign.

During St. Peter Deathcare Week, which ran from October 27 through November 2, the deathcare provider started the “If Heaven Could Write” campaign, an interactive digital experience that offered participants a chance to reunite with their deceased loved ones. It was available in 37 St. Peter Chapels and 76 cemeteries nationwide.

Upon scanning a QR code which took them to a portal, participants answered questions about their loved ones. Then, the portal generates a personal letter from the imagined perspective of the participant’s loved one, giving them one more chance to converse.

Of course, an imagined letter can’t replace someone who passed away. Still, the experience affords us a way to grieve and process the loss. No, the letter isn’t really from your loved one, but you can imagine what they would have said while reading through it. And sometimes, that’s all we need.

Though St. Peter Deathcare Week has already come and gone for the year, those interested can still participate in the campaign through its link.

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