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Smartphone Wars 2025: Inside the Global Market Shake-Up, Trends, and Future Tech Disruptions

Smartphone Wars 2025: Inside the Global Market Shake-Up, Trends, and Future Tech Disruptions

Global smartphone shipments reached 1.24 billion units in 2024, up 6.4% year over year, with revenues topping $500 billion. Samsung and Apple controlled about 40% of shipments in early 2025, while the top five vendors made up roughly 70%. India is projected to produce 20% of the world’s smartphones by 2025. The average upgrade cycle has lengthened to over 42 months.
16 July 2025
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From Battlefields to Space: How Ukraine’s Satellite Program Skyrocketed in 2024-2025

From Battlefields to Space: How Ukraine’s Satellite Program Skyrocketed in 2024-2025

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense formed a Space Policy Directorate in March 2025 to coordinate military space efforts. The EU and Ukraine signed a deal in April 2025 granting access to Copernicus data and space initiatives. In June 2025, the European Space Agency increased technical support for Ukraine’s SSAU. Ukraine’s only satellite under national control remained the crowdfunded ICEYE SAR, active since 2022.
16 July 2025
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Ukraine’s Tech Triumphs Amid Turmoil: Startups, Cyber Warriors, and a Digital Revolution (2024–2025)

Ukraine’s Tech Triumphs Amid Turmoil: Startups, Cyber Warriors, and a Digital Revolution (2024–2025)

Ukrainian startups raised $462 million in 2024, up 120% year-on-year, with defense-tech firms securing at least $59 million. IT export revenues fell 4% to $6.45 billion. Ukraine faced 4,315 cyber incidents, a 70% increase, including a major December breach linked to Russia’s GRU. Kyiv-founded Creatio became a unicorn after a $200 million round at a $1.2 billion valuation.
16 July 2025
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Ukraine’s Telecom Revolution Amid War: 5G Launches, Rebuilt Networks & Cyber Battles (2024–2025)

Ukraine’s Telecom Revolution Amid War: 5G Launches, Rebuilt Networks & Cyber Battles (2024–2025)

Ukraine auctioned 5G spectrum in November 2024, raising ₴2.8 billion and requiring operators to build 1,500 new base stations in two years. Kyivstar, Vodafone Ukraine, and lifecell won licenses and dropped domestic roaming charges. In December 2023, a Russian cyberattack disrupted Kyivstar for days. By early 2024, 79% of Ukrainians were online, but 20% remained offline due to war-related outages.
16 July 2025
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Drone Warfare and Developments in Ukraine (2024–2025)

Drone Warfare and Developments in Ukraine (2024–2025)

Ukraine deployed 117 FPV drones from inside Russia on June 1, 2025, damaging 41 aircraft across four airbases; President Zelensky claimed about 34% of Russia’s strategic bomber fleet was hit. By 2025, Ukraine had around 500 domestic drone manufacturers and aimed to produce four million drones per year. China blocked UAV exports to Ukraine while supplying drone parts to Russia. Drones caused about 70% of battlefield losses for both sides.
16 July 2025
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Unstoppable “Unjammable” Drones: How Fiber-Optic Technology is Revolutionizing Warfare and Beyond

Unstoppable “Unjammable” Drones: How Fiber-Optic Technology is Revolutionizing Warfare and Beyond

Russia fielded fiber-guided FPV drones in combat by August 2024, with the Knyaz Vandal Novgorodsky using a 10 km fiber spool. Russian drones reportedly hit targets at up to 30 km with 80% success at 20 km; Ukraine’s early models saw less than 30% success at 10–15 km. By mid-2025, over a dozen Ukrainian fiber drone models were in use. Discarded fiber cables now litter battlefields, raising environmental concerns.
16 July 2025
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Galaxy Watch Shake-Up, Apple’s Hidden Health Trick, and a $23 Smartwatch Steal – Today’s Gadget News Roundup July 16, 2025

Galaxy Watch Shake-Up, Apple’s Hidden Health Trick, and a $23 Smartwatch Steal – Today’s Gadget News Roundup July 16, 2025

<li Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 series uses an Apple-style dynamic lug quick-release band system with a button to swap straps, and all 44 mm, 8 Classic, and Ultra models share interchangeable bands, first seen on last year's Watch Ultra. <li The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic brings back a rotating bezel for tactile navigation. <li One UI 8 Watch, based on Wear OS 6, debuts on the Galaxy Watch 8 series with upgrades including Galaxy AI, deeper fitness insights, and an on-device Now Bar widget. <li Samsung confirms the nearly four-year-old Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic will receive One
16 July 2025
VR/AR Weekly Roundup June 16, 2025: Apple’s Vision Pro 2 Plans, ByteDance’s New XR Goggles, and Massive Prime Day Deals

VR/AR Weekly Roundup June 16, 2025: Apple’s Vision Pro 2 Plans, ByteDance’s New XR Goggles, and Massive Prime Day Deals

During Prime Day, Meta’s Quest 3S dropped to $250 for the 128GB model and $330 for the 256GB model, with an Amazon Gorilla Tag Cardboard Hero bundle for the 128GB and a Walmart Arkham Shadow plus three months of Quest+ bundle. Quest 3S, launched last October as a budget variant of Quest 3, uses the same Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chipset and most apps but relies on older Fresnel lenses and offers longer battery life. XREAL Air 2 Pro price dropped to $299 on Prime Day, with the headset weighing about 75–84 grams and delivering a 1080p per-eye display at
16 July 2025
Apple’s ‘Liquid Glass’ Stumbles, Google Merges Android & ChromeOS, Foldable Frenzy, and More – Mobile Tech Roundup July 16, 2025

Apple’s ‘Liquid Glass’ Stumbles, Google Merges Android & ChromeOS, Foldable Frenzy, and More – Mobile Tech Roundup July 16, 2025

Google plans to merge ChromeOS into Android, creating a single OS across phones, tablets, and laptops, with Chromebooks and tablets running Android and a desktop-optimized Android with multi-window UI. Apple’s iOS 26 introduces Liquid Glass, which faced beta backlash, saw Beta 2 increase contrast and Beta 3 nearly remove the effect, and adds features like Add to Calendar from screenshots, Image Search, and an experimental Ask ChatGPT on screenshots. Samsung released Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, with the Fold 7 8.9mm thick when folded (4.2mm unfolded) and the Flip 7 adding a full 4-inch outer display
16 July 2025
AI News Roundup June 16, 2025: Musk’s ‘Waifu’ Chatbot Scandal, China’s Billion-Dollar AI Push, Google’s $25B Power Play & More

AI News Roundup June 16, 2025: Musk’s ‘Waifu’ Chatbot Scandal, China’s Billion-Dollar AI Push, Google’s $25B Power Play & More

Beijing’s national AI drive expanded China’s AI researcher pool from under 10,000 in 2015 to over 52,000 in 2024, with 400+ “little giant” firms and rural Shaanxi data annotators fueling models. Chinese firms like DeepSeek and Alibaba are embracing open-source LLMs to compete amid U.S. export controls, aiming to decentralize AI development. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said 50% of AI researchers are Chinese as U.S. firms court talent, with Meta hiring 7 of 11 elite engineers for Mark Zuckerberg’s new “superintelligence” lab. Elon Musk’s Grok experienced antisemitic outputs, including a “MechaHitler” nickname after a public tirade on X, illustrating guardrail
16 July 2025
Sydney Drone Laws 2025: New Rules, Forbidden Zones & Huge Fines – What You Need to Know

Sydney Drone Laws 2025: New Rules, Forbidden Zones & Huge Fines – What You Need to Know

Sydney drone flights face strict limits under CASA and local laws. Recreational users must follow safety rules and avoid crowds, airports, and restricted sites like the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Commercial operators need accreditation or a licence. Unauthorized flights in national parks or over major venues can bring fines up to $3,300 or prison for serious offenses.
16 July 2025
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July 15, 2025: AI’s Next Frontier – Generative Breakthroughs, Robotic Milestones, and Global Policy Shifts

July 15, 2025: AI’s Next Frontier – Generative Breakthroughs, Robotic Milestones, and Global Policy Shifts

OpenAI delayed its first open-weight model release, citing the need for more safety tests. Moonshot AI launched Kimi K2, a one-trillion-parameter model that reportedly beats GPT-4.1 on coding benchmarks. Google introduced Imagen 4, Veo 3, and Gemini 2.5 at I/O 2025. Amazon deployed its millionth warehouse robot and unveiled the DeepFleet AI model to optimize robot fleets.
15 July 2025
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 – Samsung’s Ultra-Thin Foldable Redefines the Game

Shocking Smartphone Leaps, Space Milestones & EV Breakthroughs – Tech News Roundup (July 15, 2025)

Consumer Electronics: Foldables, Phones & Wearables Reinvented Software and Apps: Social Wars & Platform Shake-ups Cybersecurity and Data Privacy: Threats, Breaches & Warnings Space and Aerospace: Launch Landmarks and Lunar Prep Renewable Energy and Green Tech: Clean Power Records & Climate Tech Internet Infrastructure and Telecommunications: Next-Gen Networks & Global Connectivity Sources: reuters.com reuters.com reuters.com reuters.com techradar.com techcrunch.com techcrunch.com bleepingcomputer.com bleepingcomputer.com therecord.media therecord.media therecord.media therecord.media spaceflightnow.com spaceflightnow.com spaceflightnow.com spaceflightnow.com spaceflightnow.com reuters.com reuters.com reuters.com reuters.com rcrwireless.com rcrwireless.com
15 July 2025
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Sony RX1R III: 2025’s Pocket-Sized Powerhouse and Its Competition

Sony RX1R III: 2025’s Pocket-Sized Powerhouse and Its Competition

The Sony RX1R III was announced on July 15, 2025, as a pocket-friendly full-frame premium compact with a 61 MP backside-illuminated sensor and a fixed Zeiss Sonnar T 35mm f/2 lens, housed in a magnesium body weighing about 498 g with battery. It adds Step Crop Shooting that crops in-camera to 50mm and 70mm equivalents while preserving the full 61 MP RAW image for post-crop work. Autofocus uses a dedicated AI processor with 693 phase-detect AF points and real-time tracking that can follow eyes, faces, bodies, and even cars, trains, and airplanes. Continuous shooting maxes at 5 fps, with a
15 July 2025
Google Pixel Watch 4: Big Battery Boost, New Features & All the Latest Rumors

Google Pixel Watch 4: Big Battery Boost, New Features & All the Latest Rumors

The Pixel Watch 4 is rumored to use the Snapdragon W5 Gen1 processor again, with Google reportedly not upgrading to a newer SoC this generation. The 41mm Pixel Watch 4 battery is 327 mAh and the 45mm is 459 mAh, with the case thickness increased to about 14.3 mm to fit the larger cells. Pixel Watch 4 reportedly drops pogo pins for charging and adopts wireless charging, with the possibility of reverse wireless charging on a phone. The design adds two small left-side buttons or cutouts near the speaker, whose exact function remains unknown. The display will be a two-size
15 July 2025
Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Pixel 9 Pro vs OnePlus 13 – The Ultimate 2025 Flagship Showdown

Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Pixel 9 Pro vs OnePlus 13 – The Ultimate 2025 Flagship Showdown

The Galaxy S25 Ultra posts a Geekbench 6 multi-core score of 9,829 with its Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, outpacing the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s 8,391. The S25 Ultra features a 6.9-inch AMOLED display, 200MP main camera, and 17-hour battery life, priced at $1,299. The OnePlus 13 offers a 6,000 mAh battery, 80W charging, and an A++ DisplayMate-rated screen for $899. The Pixel 9 Pro XL and iPhone 16 Pro Max start at $1,099 and $1,199, respectively.
15 July 2025
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China’s Secret Weapon Revealed: Inside the 2025 Stealth Carrier That Could Change Everything

China’s Secret Weapon Revealed: Inside the 2025 Stealth Carrier That Could Change Everything

China unveiled its stealth aircraft carrier program in 2025, showing two J-35 prototypes in a Shenyang hangar and highlighting sea trials of the Type 003 Fujian. Fujian, China’s first carrier with electromagnetic catapults, displaces about 80,000–85,000 tons and is conventionally powered. The carrier’s planned air wing includes J-35s, upgraded J-15Ts, KJ-600 AEW planes, and Z-18 helicopters.
15 July 2025
Apple Watch Series 10 vs Series 9, Galaxy Watch, Pixel & More – The Ultimate 2025 Smartwatch Showdown

Apple Watch Series 10 vs Series 9, Galaxy Watch, Pixel & More – The Ultimate 2025 Smartwatch Showdown

Apple Watch Series 10 adds a 42mm and 46mm edge-to-edge LTPO OLED display with thinner bezels, and the 46mm panel has more display area than the 49mm Apple Watch Ultra. It introduces a titanium case option in slate, natural, or gold finishes, with titanium models lighter and more scratch-resistant than stainless steel. Series 10 inherits a water-depth sensor and a water-temperature sensor from the Ultra, enabling basic dive metrics up to 40 meters. It adds FDA-cleared sleep apnea detection that can alert wearers to potential sleep apnea events. The Double Tap gesture remains a highlighted one-handed control feature enabled by
15 July 2025
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro vs. AirPods, Sony, Bose: Ultimate Earbud Showdown

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro vs. AirPods, Sony, Bose: Ultimate Earbud Showdown

The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro were announced on July 10, 2024 at Samsung’s Unpacked event with a launch price of $249 in the US. They introduce a stemmed design with LED Blade Lights on the stems and weigh about 5.4 g per bud, available with three ear tip sizes. The Buds 3 Pro pair a new dual-driver system—10.5 mm dynamic woofer plus 6.1 mm planar tweeter—compared with the Buds 2 Pro’s 10 mm + 5.4 mm setup. Active Noise Cancellation is AI-enhanced and, according to RTINGS, delivers outstanding noise reduction, with 6 hours per charge (7 hours with ANC off)
15 July 2025
Norway Drone Laws 2025: Comprehensive Guide to Regulations & Recent Updates

Norway Drone Laws 2025: Comprehensive Guide to Regulations & Recent Updates

Norway enforces EU drone rules, requiring operator registration for most drones over 250 g and mandatory third-party liability insurance unless the drone is a CE-marked toy. Drones in the Open category must stay under 25 kg, within visual line of sight, and below 120 meters altitude. Night flights need proper lighting, and Remote ID is required for class-labeled drones since 2024. Russian citizens are banned from drone flights in Norway since February 2022.
15 July 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Web Travel (ASX:WEB) Plunges 30% on Spanish Tax Audit: Market Reaction and Investment Outlook
    February 8, 2026, 2:09 PM EST. Web Travel Group (ASX: WEB) shares dropped nearly 30% after news of a Spanish tax audit covering 2021 to 2025 periods. Despite the steep decline and hitting a multi-year low of A$2.47, the company maintains its full-year earnings outlook unchanged. The audit itself is routine, but investor trust faltered due to past restatements and the broad scope of the review. Web Travel recently reported strong half-year revenue growth of 20% to AUD 204.6 million and holds substantial liquidity of AUD 699 million. At current prices near A$2.96, the stock trades at a forward P/E of about 12, offering a discount to analyst targets averaging A$6.21. This severe sell-off may present a buying opportunity amid operational strength and solid growth prospects.

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Cloud computing stocks bounce back — SKYY jumps, but Amazon’s AI spending plan keeps nerves high

Cloud computing stocks bounce back — SKYY jumps, but Amazon’s AI spending plan keeps nerves high

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New York, Feb 8, 2026, 13:36 EST — Market closed. Cloud computing stocks finished Friday with cloud-focused ETFs higher, even as Amazon slid on renewed unease over the cost of building out artificial intelligence infrastructure. The First Trust Cloud Computing ETF rose 4.4%, WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund gained 3.5% and Global X Cloud Computing ETF added 2.2%; Amazon fell 5.6% while Snowflake jumped 7.5% and Microsoft rose 1.8%. Why it matters now: cloud stocks are getting pulled in two directions. Investors want exposure to the next wave of data-center buildouts, but they are also trying to price in what that

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Space Marvels, Climate Alarms & Medical Milestones: Major Science News (Aug 11–12, 2025)

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Space & Astronomy Climate & Environment Medicine & Health Physics & Materials Science Technology & Innovation Sources: This report is based on science news and press releases from Aug. 11–12, 2025 (and surrounding dates) by reputable outlets and institutions, including Nature nature.com unr.edu, Scientific American scientificamerican.com, ScienceDaily sciencedaily.com sciencedaily.com, NASA science.nasa.gov, Reuters reuters.com, Euronews/AP euronews.com, university press releases unr.edu psu.edu, and others. Each story’s details and expert quotes are drawn from the primary sources cited above. All facts are verified and presented as reported in those sources, covering major scientific developments announced on the given dates.
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