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Read MoreThe upcoming all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air could become the first Apple smartphone to adopt advanced battery technology, with Japanese supplier TDK preparing to ship its new generation of silicon-anode batteries by the end of June.
According to DigiTimes, TDK CEO Noboru Saito revealed in a recent interview that the Apple supplier has accelerated its production timeline, moving shipments forward from the originally planned September quarter. That may give smartphone makers enough time to use the cells in thinner models launching this year, he suggested.
“We’ve made good progress, and we’re shipping them very soon,” Saito said, adding that “some handset makers might be able to use the new battery in their product one generation early.”
The timing could be soon enough for Apple’s expected September launch of the iPhone 17 Air, which is rumored to measure just 5.5mm at its thinnest point, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
TDK’s batteries use silicon for anodes instead of the traditional graphite, allowing them to pack 15% more energy into the same space compared to conventional rechargeable battery packs. This advancement could be key to maintaining adequate battery life in such a slim form factor.
Having said that, reports have been mixed regarding the iPhone 17 Air’s potential battery performance. While The Information‘s Wayne Ma claimed the device will have “worse” battery life compared to previous iPhone models, Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman offered a more optimistic outlook, stating that battery life would be “on par with current iPhones” thanks to hardware and software optimizations.
Further supporting the possibility of decent battery life, Kuo recently mentioned in a blog post that the iPhone 17 Air will feature a “high-density” battery, although he didn’t elaborate.
The device is also rumored to incorporate Apple’s power-efficient C1 modem and lack an Ultra Wide camera, potentially providing more internal space for a larger battery.
Looking further ahead, a recent report from ETNews has suggested that Apple could adopt advanced silicon battery technology for its 2027 iPhone, marking the 20th anniversary of the iconic device. The next-generation battery could theoretically use pure silicon anodes, which can store up to 10 times more lithium ions per gram than current materials.
TDK is already working on its fourth-generation silicon batteries, according to the company’s CEO. “We plan to introduce fourth-generation silicon batteries sometime in the next fiscal year to widen our lead even further,” said Saito, claiming that “mass-producing silicon batteries requires special know-how. It’s not like you can do it by just putting the materials together.”
The 6.6-inch iPhone 17 Air is expected to replace the Plus model in Apple’s 2025 lineup, and is likely to be announced in September, per Apple’s typical fall release schedule.
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Depending on where you live, or what phone you have, you may have never used an eSIM before or perhaps you are using one right now (you can check here whether your model is an eSIM-supported phone with Ubigi, for example). But eSIMs aren’t just about getting connectivity to your phone for your day-to-day usage, they are also a must-have tool for travel. What is an eSIM? The acronym stands for “embedded Subscriber Identity Module”. SIM cards are what tells the network that a device is connected (and who to bill for a call or data used). The embedded variant is what it sounds like, it is…
Read MoreApple’s Vision Pro headset has left many early adopters expressing dissatisfaction over its weight, limited use cases, and sparse software ecosystem, according to a new article from The Wall Street Journal.
In the year following the device’s launch, user feedback suggests that it has failed to meet expectations for comfort, software support, and social acceptance. In interviews conducted by The Wall Street Journal, early buyers of the Vision Pro reported that the device now sits largely unused due to a range of practical issues. Dustin Fox, a real estate agent in Centreville, Virginia, said:
It’s just collecting dust. I think I’ve probably used it four times in the last year.
It’s way too heavy. I can’t wear it for more than 20 or 30 minutes without it hurting my neck.
He explained that he was initially drawn to the device’s novelty and potential productivity benefits, but found the physical experience of wearing the headset unsustainable for extended sessions. The Vision Pro weighs approximately 600 to 650 grams (1.3 to 1.4 pounds), depending on the light seal and headband configuration. This is considerably heavier than typical head-mounted consumer electronics, and the front-heavy distribution has become a recurring complaint.
Tovia Goldstein, a 24-year-old based in New York City, said that his experience watching content on the headset was also limited by discomfort and an insufficient number of apps to make it worthwhile.
After 60 minutes, you can’t, you just have to throw it down. I wouldn’t recommend anyone buying it, unless you’re really rich and you don’t know what to do with your money.
When he retrieves the device to investigate any new apps that have been added to the visionOS App Store, he noted the lengthy startup time as a deterrent, citing the need to connect the external battery and wait several minutes before the device is ready to use.
The Vision Pro debuted with high visibility, including a flagship store event in New York City attended by Apple CEO Tim Cook. In the weeks following the launch, users were spotted wearing the headset in public spaces such as malls, restaurants, and sports events, but several buyers said that public enthusiasm quickly diminished.
People were excited to be wearing it. Then it just died.
[…]
I feel total regret.
Fox said that he considered selling his Vision Pro, but resale values had fallen significantly below the original price.
Another early adopter, Anshel Sag, a technology analyst based in San Diego, used the Vision Pro for inflight entertainment but eventually abandoned it due to social discomfort and practicality issues.
I got pretty dirty looks from people. I don’t need that.
It takes up like half of the volume of my carry-on.
The Vision Pro’s travel case, sold separately for $199, is also large; it measures in at roughly 12 inches by 9 inches by 6.5 inches.
Anthony Racaniello, a media studio operator from Philadelphia, attempted to use the headset in the workplace and during air travel but experienced both social alienation and practical challenges. During one nearly six-hour flight, he said a flight attendant ignored him during beverage service.
You look like you have a sleep mask on. And people are going to treat you that way.
The best compliment I got was a light chuckle and “It looks like you’re wearing ski goggles at work.”
He later sold his Vision Pro for $1,900 — a 46% loss from the original purchase price — and said he did not miss it.
It’s definitely a glimpse at the future. I just think it’s a ways away from there. For now, you have to put on what feels like a 500-pound MacBook Pro, strap it to your face and have people laugh at you.
Yam Olisker, a 20-year-old YouTuber from Israel, flew to New York to purchase the Vision Pro at launch and obtained Tim Cook’s signature on both his iPhone and the Vision Pro box.
This is the first time, ever, that I’ve thought an Apple product was just a bit early, or ahead of its time. I use it much less than I expected.
That being said, he does not regret the purchase and enjoys watching movies with his Vision Pro, especially 3D films like Metallica, which he said makes it feel “like you’re at the concert.” Nevertheless, the weight remains an issue, and he has to lie in bed to mitigate its effect when watching movies.
Although Apple’s work on a substantially enhanced Vision Pro model has apparently stalled, there are strong indications that the company will release “an incremental update to the product with limited changes to its physical design,” such as a chip upgrade, according to The Information. Corroborating this, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman have said that a more iterative second-generation Vision Pro is in active development, adding the M5 chip and little else.
This updated model is expected to reuse most of its components from the first-generation Vision Pro to offset the surplus inventory in Apple’s supply chain. Gurman said the refreshed device could launch between fall 2025 and spring 2026.
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Read MoreBehind the curtain, Samsung is tinkering with the upcoming One UI 8 update, which should debut this summer with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. Internal One UI 8 test builds have surfaced for the past month, and now, Samsung is working on a new version. We took this latest One […]
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Après un ProArt PA602, ASUS étend sa gamme avec un format plus contenu : le ProArt PA401. Ce moyen tour a de grandes ambitions !
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Read MoreHonor, an ex-Huawei subsidiary, is having a bit of fun at Samsung’s expense. The Korean giant unveiled the Galaxy S25 Edge earlier this week. It’s one of the thinnest phones yet from Samsung, measuring just 5.8mm. The Chinese brand is chalking that up as a compromise, though, comparing the Galaxy S25 Edge against the Magic […]
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