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AI Revolutionizes 2025 Gadgets as Foldables Go Mainstream
2025 marked deep AI integration in daily gadgets, with foldable phones from Samsung, Google, and Xiaomi becoming mainstream, including tri-fold designs. Samsung's tri-fold featured a 10-inch display and Snapdragon 8 Elite, while Vivo impressed with premium AMOLED panels.
Search shifted to AI tools, eroding Google's dominance.
Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Tri-Fold, Boosting Foldable Sales
Samsung's Galaxy Z Tri-Fold turned heads, following Huawei's Mate XT, with the Z Fold 7 solving usability issues via robust battery and versatile screens. Sold 250,000 units in Europe in first 4 weeks, driving foldables to mainstream adoption.
Innovations addressed screen size and portability trade-offs.
Apple iPhone 17 Faces Supply Shortages in India
iPhone 17 series saw high demand during Diwali in India, with crowds at Mumbai stores, but supply constraints persisted despite local manufacturing by Foxconn and Pegatron. Pro and Pro Max models fueled record sales amid logistics hurdles.
Highlights Apple's distribution challenges in the market.
OnePlus Rolls Out Major December 2025 Android Update to Six Phones
OnePlus began December 2025 Android updates for OnePlus 13, 13R, 12, 12R, and 11, enhancing end-of-year software experience. Update promises significant improvements for these flagships.
Rolling out now to select regions.
Nota AI Secures Deal for Samsung Exynos 2600 Optimization
Nota AI signed to supply AI optimization for Samsung's Exynos 2600, following Exynos 2500, using NetsPresso platform that shrinks models by 90%. Bolsters on-device AI leadership with advanced Generative AI support.
Collaboration continues from Exynos 2400.
Meta Acquires AI Startup Manus for Over $2 Billion
Meta agreed to buy Singapore-based Manus AI for over $2B to boost AI in Facebook and Instagram, integrating general-purpose agents. Manus hit $100M ARR in 8 months; no Chinese ownership post-deal.
Will scale via Meta AI products.
Samsung Launches Galaxy A17 and Tab A11+ in US
Samsung released Galaxy A17 smartphone and Galaxy Tab A11+ tablet in the US today, with pricing details announced. Targets budget segment with new features.
Available for pre-order or immediate purchase.
Oppo A6L and Multiple Tablets Set for December 31 Release
Oppo A6L launches today with Android 15, 6.8-inch display, 50MP camera, 12GB RAM, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, and 7000mAh battery. Other Oppo devices like 12.1-inch tablet with Dimensity 7300 Ultra also expected end of December.
Focus on high-capacity batteries and mid-range power.
Poco M8 Launch Confirmed for January 8 with New Design
Poco M8 debuts in India on January 8 at 12 PM, targeting young users with performance focus; design already teased. Poco M8 Pro may join; retailer listings reveal specs.
Built for new generation seekers.
iQOO 15 Ultra Promises Largest Active Cooling Fan
Upcoming iQOO 15 Ultra to feature the biggest active cooling fan ever for superior gaming performance. Follows iQOO 15 launch; rumor from Digital Chat Station.
Enhances sustained high-end capabilities.
Kioxia Shares Surge 540% on Memory Chip Shortages
Japanese chipmaker Kioxia outperformed all stocks with 540% gain in 2025 due to AI-driven DRAM shortages raising prices 50%. Impacts smartphones, PCs, and gadgets with higher costs into 2026.
No relief expected soon.
Smart Glasses Boom with Meta-Ray-Ban Tripling Sales
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses sales tripled YoY, boosting EssilorLuxottica revenue; Mark Zuckerberg highlights AI glasses' cognitive edge. Lenskart launched affordable 'Phonic' audio glasses in India.
Wearables advanced significantly in 2025.