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Inside the Battery Revolution: How Your Smartphone Will Charge Faster, Last Longer, and Save the Planet

Inside the Battery Revolution: How Your Smartphone Will Charge Faster, Last Longer, and Save the Planet

Xiaomi demonstrated 210W charging, filling a 4,000 mAh battery in 8 minutes. Apple switched iPhone to USB-C in 2024 and will support Qi2 wireless charging on iPhone 15 later this year. Samsung targets solid-state batteries in smartphones by 2027. The EU will require recycled materials and removable batteries in phones by 2027.
The Sci‑Fi See‑Through TV Revolution – Transparent TVs of 2025 and Futuristic Models Coming in 2026

The Sci‑Fi See‑Through TV Revolution – Transparent TVs of 2025 and Futuristic Models Coming in 2026

LG launched its 77-inch transparent OLED T TV in late 2024, priced at $60,000 in the US and €50,000 in Europe, featuring wireless 4K video and 40% transparency. Samsung showed transparent MicroLED prototypes at CES 2024 but gave no release date. Xiaomi’s 55-inch transparent OLED debuted in 2020 with 1080p resolution. Transparent TVs remain limited in brightness and contrast due to their see-through design.
2025–2026 Smartphone Mega-Preview: Flagships, Foldables, Gaming & Future Phones

2025–2026 Smartphone Mega-Preview: Flagships, Foldables, Gaming & Future Phones

Apple will launch four iPhone 17 models in September 2025, including a new iPhone 17 Air with a 3nm A19 chip and 120Hz displays. Samsung released the Galaxy S25 Ultra in January 2025 at $1,199 and plans to debut the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 in July. Google’s Pixel 10 series is set for late 2025 with 3nm Tensor G5 chips. OnePlus delayed its Open 2 foldable to 2026.
Smartphone Industry Shake-Up: Massive Launches, Leaks, and a Global Tech Showdown (July 23–24, 2025)

Smartphone Industry Shake-Up: Massive Launches, Leaks, and a Global Tech Showdown (July 23–24, 2025)

Xiaomi’s Redmi marked 11 years in India by unveiling two new smartphones on July 23–24, teasing a 7,000mAh+ battery and 144Hz display but withholding full specs. Sonim launched its XP Pro 5G ultra-rugged phone on T-Mobile July 23, targeting first responders with MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IPX9K rating, and a 5,000mAh battery. Apple’s iOS 26 public beta is expected around July 23; Google’s Android 16 nears completion.
AI Revolution in Your Pocket: The 2024–2025 Smartphone AI Showdown

AI Revolution in Your Pocket: The 2024–2025 Smartphone AI Showdown

Apple introduced Apple Intelligence at WWDC 2024, embedding AI throughout iOS with on-device processing and encrypted cloud options. Siri now handles context-aware tasks and can route complex queries to ChatGPT with user consent. Google launched Gemini Nano on Pixel 8/9, making Android the first mobile OS with built-in on-device AI. Both companies expanded AI-powered tools for messaging, photos, and productivity.
China Tech’s July 2025 Shockwave: AI Triumphs, Chip War Truce, and EV Frenzy

China Tech’s July 2025 Shockwave: AI Triumphs, Chip War Truce, and EV Frenzy

Huawei shipped 12.5 million smartphones in Q2 2025, reclaiming China’s top spot after four years. Over 100 AI-native devices launched in 2025, while JD.com saw AR glasses sales jump sevenfold during the 618 festival. Xiaomi’s SU7 EV delivered 258,000 units since launch, outselling Tesla’s Model 3 monthly. The US lifted its EDA tool export ban to China on July 3, with NVIDIA and AMD chip licenses set to resume.
Ultimate 2025 Flagship Smartphone Showdown: Which Elite Device Truly Reigns Supreme?

Ultimate 2025 Flagship Smartphone Showdown: Which Elite Device Truly Reigns Supreme?

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra launched in early 2025 with a 200MP camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 3, 12GB RAM, and a 6.9-inch 120Hz AMOLED, starting at $1,299. Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max debuted late 2024 with A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, triple 48MP cameras, and a 6.9-inch 120Hz OLED, from $1,199. Google’s Pixel 9 Pro arrived late 2024 with Tensor G4, a 50MP main camera, 6.7-inch OLED, and 7 years of updates.
Unfolding the 2025 Foldable Phone Revolution – Top Models, Latest News & Future Trends

Unfolding the 2025 Foldable Phone Revolution – Top Models, Latest News & Future Trends

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold7 in July 2025 with an 8.0-inch display, 10% lighter body, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 3, and $1,999 starting price. Huawei’s Mate X5, China-only, offers a 7.85-inch OLED and Kirin 9000S 5G for about $950. Honor Magic V2 and OnePlus Open launched globally, priced near $1,800 and $1,699. Motorola expanded its Razr lineup in 2025, with models from $699 to $1,299.
This Week in Tech: Game Preservation, AI Breakthroughs, Next-Gen Devices, and the Industry’s Growing Pains / Updated: 2025, July 6th, 12:01 CET

This Week in Tech: Game Preservation, AI Breakthroughs, Next-Gen Devices, and the Industry’s Growing Pains / Updated: 2025, July 6th, 12:01 CET

The EU petition Stop Killing Games topped one million signatures after Ubisoft pulled The Crew and EA set Anthem’s shutdown for January 2026. Microsoft’s Xbox division laid off staff and closed Turn 10 Studios, moving employees to Forza Horizon. NASA confirmed interstellar object 3I/ATLAS will pass closest to the Sun in October 2025 with no threat to Earth. A new AI, MAI-DxO, showed diagnostic accuracy four times higher than human doctors.
Smart Homes Just Got Smarter: New Gadgets, Big Trends & Surprising Challenges in Summer 2025

Smart Homes Just Got Smarter: New Gadgets, Big Trends & Surprising Challenges in Summer 2025

Generac launched the ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced in June 2025, promising up to 26% heating and cooling savings and integration with its generators and solar batteries. Arlo introduced Advanced Audio Detection for Arlo Secure Plus, while Yale released the Assure Lock 2 Touch with fingerprint unlocking. Amazon began rolling out Alexa Plus, and Google integrated Google Home into over 40 million devices as Matter controllers.
June 2025 Smartphone Trends and Launches – Flagships, AI, Foldables & Future Releases

June 2025 Smartphone Trends and Launches – Flagships, AI, Foldables & Future Releases

Huawei Pura 80 Ultra launched with a 1-inch sensor, dual telephoto zoom, and 100 W charging at ¥10,999. OnePlus 13s debuted in India at ₹54,999 with Snapdragon 8 Elite and a 5,850 mAh battery. Global Q1 2025 smartphone shipments reached 304.9 million units, with IDC forecasting 0.6% annual growth. Counterpoint expects foldable shipments to rebound in 2026, possibly boosted by Apple.
Trends 2025: Consumer Electronics & Wearables – AI, AR, Health Tech and More (Updated: June 27th, 2025)

Trends 2025: Consumer Electronics & Wearables – AI, AR, Health Tech and More (Updated: June 27th, 2025)

Global consumer tech sales are forecast to hit $1.29 trillion in 2025, up 2% from 2024. Apple holds a 20–25% share in wearables, led by Watch and AirPods. Wearable shipments rose 5.4% in 2024 and are projected to reach 560 million units in 2025. At CES 2025, Halliday unveiled smart glasses with an invisible heads-up display, while Samsung previewed solid-state batteries for its Galaxy Smart Ring.
June 2025 Tech Product Launches – Major Innovations in Electronics, AI, Automotive, and More

June 2025 Tech Product Launches – Major Innovations in Electronics, AI, Automotive, and More

Apple unveiled iOS 26, macOS 26 Tahoe, and on-device Apple Intelligence at WWDC 2025. Google introduced Android 16 and NotebookLM as a standalone app at I/O 2025. Huawei launched the Pura 80 Ultra with a 1-inch sensor, while Xiaomi debuted its first electric SUV, the YU7, with 835 km range. Tesla refreshed the Model S and X, raising prices by $5,000 and adding new features.
China’s EV Revolution: From $5,000 Minis to 1,000-km Supercars – How China Is Shocking the Global Car Market

China’s EV Revolution: From $5,000 Minis to 1,000-km Supercars – How China Is Shocking the Global Car Market

China produced over 11–13 million electric cars in 2024, accounting for about 58–70% of global EV output. BYD Auto became the world’s largest EV maker, surpassing Tesla and representing a third of China’s EV sales. NIO’s ET7 sedan reached a 1,000 km range, while NIO operates more than 3,000 battery-swap stations in China and Europe. China exported nearly 5 million vehicles in 2024, leading all countries.
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