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Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Shocks the Flagship Scene: $840 ‘Battery Monster’ Adds a Second Rear Screen to Take on iPhone 17 Pro Max (Sept 26 Update)

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Shocks the Flagship Scene: $840 ‘Battery Monster’ Adds a Second Rear Screen to Take on iPhone 17 Pro Max (Sept 26 Update)

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max launches in China with a rear “Dynamic Back Display” for notifications, music, selfies, and mini-games. The phone features a 7,500 mAh battery, 100W wired charging, and debuts the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. Leica-tuned triple 50MP cameras return, with a brighter 5× periscope on the Pro Max. Prices start at ¥5,999 (~$840); sales begin September 27.
26 September 2025
2025’s Robotic Dogs Unleashed: The Ultimate Cyberdog Showdown 🌐🤖🐕

2025’s Robotic Dogs Unleashed: The Ultimate Cyberdog Showdown 🌐🤖🐕

Robot dogs, or cyberdogs, are four-legged machines used in homes, factories, research, and military trials. Prices range from $1,600 for hobbyist models to over $90,000 for industrial units. They use AI and sensors for autonomous movement, obstacle avoidance, and tasks from companionship to hazardous inspections. Recent headlines include police and military use, ethics debates, and a Chinese robot dog’s 100m sprint record.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Unleashed: Dual Screens, Leica Cameras & Monster Battery – Can It Topple Apple & Samsung?

Xiaomi 17 Pro Leak Unveils “Magic Back Screen” & Leica Cameras – A Flagship Game-Changer?

Leaked renders show the Xiaomi 17 Pro with a Leica triple rear camera and a secondary “Magic Back Screen” display built into a bar-style camera module. The phone is expected to launch with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, 16 GB RAM, a 6,300 mAh battery, and 100 W fast charging. The rear display wraps around the lenses and can act as a viewfinder. Pricing may undercut rivals by up to 45%.
18 September 2025
2025 Robot Dog Showdown: Unitree Go2 Pro vs. Spot, CyberDog 2 & ANYmal – Who Leads the Pack?

2025 Robot Dog Showdown: Unitree Go2 Pro vs. Spot, CyberDog 2 & ANYmal – Who Leads the Pack?

Unitree Go2 Pro launched in 2024 at $1,600–$2,800, weighs 16 kg, sprints up to 13 km/h, and features 360° LiDAR and ChatGPT voice. Boston Dynamics Spot, priced from $75,000, weighs 32.7 kg, runs 90 minutes, and is widely used for industrial inspections. Xiaomi CyberDog 2, at $1,800, weighs 8.9 kg, offers 1.5-hour battery, and targets consumers. ANYmal, built for industry, weighs up to 50 kg and costs six figures.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Unleashed: Dual Screens, Leica Cameras & Monster Battery – Can It Topple Apple & Samsung?

Xiaomi 17 Pro Unleashed: Dual Screens, Leica Cameras & Monster Battery – Can It Topple Apple & Samsung?

Xiaomi’s 17 Pro features a rear “Magic Back Screen” integrated into an edge-to-edge camera island, a first for the series. The company skipped the “16” name to align directly with Apple’s iPhone 17. The phones debut Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and are rumored to pack up to 7,500 mAh batteries. Leica-tuned triple 50 MP cameras with periscope zoom and a 50 MP front camera are included.
16 September 2025
iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 9 Pro: Which Superphone Will Dominate 2025?

Q2 2025 Smartphone Sales Shocker: iPhones Sweep Top 3 as Budget Galaxy Outsells New iPhone

Apple’s iPhone 16, 16 Pro Max, and 16 Pro led global smartphone sales in Q2 2025, taking the top three spots. Samsung’s Galaxy A16 5G and A06 4G ranked fourth and fifth, outselling Apple’s iPhone 16e. Samsung shipped the most units overall, with 19.7% market share, but Apple captured 43% of global smartphone revenue. Xiaomi’s Redmi 14C 4G was the only non-Apple, non-Samsung device in the top 10.
Sony’s 200MP Phone Camera Bombshell Set to Crush Samsung – Meet the IMX903 Sensor

Sony’s 200MP Phone Camera Bombshell Set to Crush Samsung – Meet the IMX903 Sensor

Sony is set to launch its first 200-megapixel smartphone camera sensor, the IMX903, featuring a 1/1.12-inch optical format and 0.7 μm pixels—about 20% larger than Samsung’s 200MP rivals. The sensor is expected to debut in flagship models like the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Xiaomi 16 Ultra, with rumors suggesting possible adoption by Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra if it outperforms in-house options.
Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Competition: Can Samsung’s Budget Champ Rule 2025?

Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Competition: Can Samsung’s Budget Champ Rule 2025?

Samsung’s Galaxy A17 5G features a 6.7-inch FHD+ 90 Hz AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass Victus, Exynos 1330 chip, up to 8 GB RAM, and a 50 MP OIS main camera. It ships with Android 15 and promises six years of updates. The phone includes a 5,000 mAh battery with 25 W charging. Key rivals offer brighter screens, faster chips, or larger batteries at similar prices.
Fitbit Charge 6 vs Garmin Venu Sq 2 vs Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro: Ultimate Fitness Tracker Showdown 2025

Fitbit Charge 6 vs Garmin Venu Sq 2 vs Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro: Ultimate Fitness Tracker Showdown 2025

Fitbit Charge 6 adds ECG, EDA sensor, and Google apps in a slim, water-resistant band, launching at $159. Garmin Venu Sq 2 features a 1.4″ AMOLED display, 11-day battery, and two physical buttons, priced at $249. Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro offers a 1.74″ screen and built-in GPS for around $79, with up to 14 days battery life. All three devices are lightweight and swim-friendly.
Apple Watch Leaks, Swiss Marvels & Tech Surprises – Global Watch News (Aug 31–Sep 1, 2025)

Apple Watch Leaks, Swiss Marvels & Tech Surprises – Global Watch News (Aug 31–Sep 1, 2025)

Apple will launch the Apple Watch Series 11 and iPhone 17 on Sept. 9, 2025, with expected new health and AI features. Samsung’s smartwatch shipments fell 18% in Q1 2025, dropping to fourth place, as Chinese brands Huawei and Xiaomi surged, making China the largest smartwatch market. Google’s Fitbit and Garmin announced new AI and software upgrades. Swiss luxury brands released new ultra-thin and high-precision mechanical watches.
Apple’s Next-Gen Watch Leaks, Swiss Horology Marvels & More – Global Watch Roundup (Aug 30–31, 2025)

Apple’s Next-Gen Watch Leaks, Swiss Horology Marvels & More – Global Watch Roundup (Aug 30–31, 2025)

Apple will unveil the Apple Watch Series 11 and iPhone 17 on September 9, 2025, with expected new health sensors and possibly a built-in camera. Samsung smartwatch shipments fell 18% in Q1 2025, dropping to fourth place, as Chinese brands Huawei and Xiaomi surged 53% each. Huawei will launch its Watch GT 6 in Paris on September 19. Fitbit and Garmin announced major AI and software updates for their fitness watches.
Huawei’s Tri‑Fold Comeback: Mate XTs Rocks Foldable World with Game‑Changing Design and Rivalry

Huawei’s Tri‑Fold Comeback: Mate XTs Rocks Foldable World with Game‑Changing Design and Rivalry

Huawei will launch its second-generation tri-fold smartphone, the Mate XTs, on September 4, 2025, in Beijing. The device features a 10-inch display, Kirin 9020 chip with satellite connectivity, 50 MP camera, stylus support, and a 5,600 mAh battery. New color options include white-and-gold and hibiscus purple. Huawei aims to beat Samsung’s tri-fold to market.
29 August 2025
Mid‑Range Showdown 2025: Redmi Note 15 vs Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus 13R – Which Budget Champion Prevails?

Mid‑Range Showdown 2025: Redmi Note 15 vs Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus 13R – Which Budget Champion Prevails?

OnePlus 13R launched January 7, 2025 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, up to 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, triple rear cameras, and a 6000 mAh battery, priced at $599. Google Pixel 9a arrived April 10, 2025 with Tensor G4, 8GB RAM, 48MP main camera, 5100 mAh battery, IP68, and a 7-year update promise. Redmi Note 15 features Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, 5800 mAh battery, and a 6.77-inch OLED.
22 August 2025
Redmi Note 15 Series Showdown: Battery Beasts, Rugged Pros & a Budget Dark Horse Revealed

Redmi Note 15 Series Showdown: Battery Beasts, Rugged Pros & a Budget Dark Horse Revealed

The Redmi Note 15 series launched in China with prices starting at CNY 999 for the base model and CNY 1,499 for the Note 15 Pro. The Note 15 base features a 5,800 mAh battery, 45W fast charging, and a 6.77-inch 120 Hz OLED display. The Pro models use Dragon Crystal Glass, offer IP69K water resistance, and add advanced cameras. India’s Redmi 15 5G (global Note 15) debuted August 28, 2025 at ₹14,999.
22 August 2025
August 2025 Smartphone Bonanza: Foldable Frenzy, AI Upgrades & Surprising Leaks

August 2025 Smartphone Bonanza: Foldable Frenzy, AI Upgrades & Surprising Leaks

Google unveiled the Pixel 10 lineup in New York on August 20, with prices starting at $799 and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold at $1,799, all powered by the Tensor G5. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 launched as the thinnest foldable at 8.9 mm, while Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro+ debuted August 21 with a 7,000 mAh battery. Satellite connectivity arrived on Pixel 10 and via T-Mobile’s new “T-Satellite” service.
Space Force’s Secret Launch, Pixel 10 Surprise & EV Shake-Up – Top Tech News (Aug 20–21, 2025)

Space Force’s Secret Launch, Pixel 10 Surprise & EV Shake-Up – Top Tech News (Aug 20–21, 2025)

SpaceX will launch the U.S. Space Force’s X-37B spaceplane on Aug. 21 from Kennedy Space Center, following its 100th launch of 2025 on Aug. 18. Rocket Lab acquired Geost for $275 million in August. Google introduced the Pixel 10 lineup on Aug. 20, with shipping set for Aug. 28. Xiaomi reported a 30.5% Q2 revenue jump but cut its annual smartphone target to 175 million units.
Apple iPad Mini 6 vs Xiaomi Pad SE vs Amazon Fire HD 10 – Ultimate Tablet Showdown 2025

Apple iPad Mini 6 vs Xiaomi Pad SE vs Amazon Fire HD 10 – Ultimate Tablet Showdown 2025

Apple’s iPad Mini 6, powered by the A15 Bionic chip and 4GB RAM, posts a Geekbench 5 multi-core score near 4450 and 61 FPS in 3DMark Wildlife. Xiaomi’s Pad SE uses a Snapdragon 680 with 4GB RAM and supports microSD up to 1TB, while Amazon’s Fire HD 10 (2023) runs slower on a MediaTek MT8186A with 3GB RAM. The iPad Mini 6 offers 64GB or 256GB storage, with no microSD support.
Realme Narzo 70x vs Poco X6 Pro vs Infinix Note 40 Pro: Mid-Range Smartphone Battle Royale 2025

Realme Narzo 70x vs Poco X6 Pro vs Infinix Note 40 Pro: Mid-Range Smartphone Battle Royale 2025

Poco X6 Pro launched in India at ₹19,999 with a MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra chip, 6.67-inch AMOLED display, and a 64MP triple rear camera. Infinix Note 40 Pro, priced at ₹18,999, uses Dimensity 7020 and a 108MP main camera. Realme Narzo 70x 5G, at ₹11,999, features Dimensity 6100+, a 50MP dual camera, and the longest battery life in PCMark tests. All three offer 5000 mAh batteries and 120Hz screens.
19 August 2025
Battle of the Android Giants: Lenovo Tab Extreme vs OnePlus Pad Pro vs Xiaomi Pad 6 Max (2025)

Battle of the Android Giants: Lenovo Tab Extreme vs OnePlus Pad Pro vs Xiaomi Pad 6 Max (2025)

Lenovo Tab Extreme launches in the US at $949 with a 14.5-inch OLED, Dimensity 9000, bundled pen and keyboard, and Android 13. OnePlus Pad Pro starts at $649–$699, uses Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 13.2-inch LCD, and OxygenOS 15. Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14, China-only at ~$520, features Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and Dolby Atmos. OnePlus leads in performance; Lenovo and Xiaomi trail on newer chips.
19 August 2025
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