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China AI Chip Startup Biren Preps Hong Kong IPO
Biren Technology, a Chinese AI chip maker, plans a Hong Kong IPO to raise $300 million amid U.S. export controls tightening AI hardware access. This move bolsters China's domestic AI compute alternatives to Nvidia.
The IPO is expected in coming weeks.
GM Rolls Out Native Apple Music in Cadillac and Chevy Vehicles
General Motors is adding native Apple Music support via OTA updates to 2025-2026 Cadillac and Chevrolet models, including Dolby Atmos. It's part of OnStar Basics, free for multi-year on eligible vehicles, with Buick and GMC to follow.
This enhances hands-free in-car experience over phone mirroring.
LG Unveils Micro RGB evo TV for 2026 Launch
LG announced its first Micro RGB LED TV line, the evo TV, targeting premium large-format displays with superior color and brightness. It challenges OLED with advanced backlighting tech.
Launch expected in 2026.
Oppo Reno 15c Set for December 19 Release
Oppo Reno 15c expected on December 19 with Android 16, ColorOS 16, 6.59-inch display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 12GB RAM, 50MP camera, and 6500mAh battery with 80W charging. Priced around ৳50,000.
Key specs promise strong mid-range performance.
Vivo S50 Pro Mini Launching December 19
Vivo S50 Pro mini slated for December 19 release featuring Android 16, 6.77-inch display, 108MP camera, 8GB RAM, Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2, and 7000mAh battery. Targets budget premium segment.
Expected price ৳65,000.
Google Pixel 10 Series Brings Qi2 Charging and Tensor G5
Pixel 10, Pro, and Pro XL introduce Qi2 magnetic charging, new telephoto lens on base model, Tensor G5 chip, and Android 16 with Gemini AI. XL offers top battery life.
First mainstream Qi2 for Android.
OnePlus 15 Debuts with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
OnePlus 15 (Chinese version) features 6.78-inch 165Hz LTPO AMOLED, 16GB RAM, 256GB storage, LUMO 50MP triple camera with 3.5x zoom, 7300mAh battery, 120W wired and 50W wireless charging, IP68/69. Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor included.
High-end 2025 flagship.
Rising Memory Costs to Cut Smartphone Shipments 2.1%
Counterpoint forecasts 2.1% shipment decline in 2025 due to surging RAM/storage costs hitting mid-range and budget models hardest. Chinese brands like HONOR, OPPO, Vivo most affected.
AI phones yet to drive upgrades.
Roamless Raises $12M for Global eSIM Mobile Operator
Istanbul-based Roamless secured $12M Series A led by Rasmal Ventures to build the first global mobile operator using carrier-grade eSIM technology. Aims for worldwide coverage.
Expands eSIM innovation in mobility.
Sony Xperia 1 VII Upgrades Chipset and Ultrawide Camera
Xperia 1 VII features top-tier chipset, class-leading ultrawide camera, 3.5mm jack, microSD slot, and front stereo speakers. Styling shows age, high price for fans.
2025 flagship continuity.
Oppo Find X8 Pro Returns to West with Quad 50MP Cameras
Oppo Find X8 Pro boasts four 50MP rear cameras including dual telephotos, Hasselblad tuning, Dimensity 9400, superb battery. Keen pricing competes with Samsung/Google.
Photography-first flagship.
CapCut Tops 2025 App Downloads with AI Video Editing
CapCut revolutionized short-form video with AI features like background removal, auto-captions, smart transitions, beat syncing. Most downloaded app of 2025 for easy Instagram reels.
Boosts social media content creation.