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Phone Arena
19-05-2025
- Phone Arena
Huawei's brand-new MateBook Fold laptop has both an 18-inch and a 13-inch display
It has a top display, it has a bottom display – it's the new laptop from Huawei, called the MateBook Fold Ultimate first foldable PC marks a new entry into the foldable computing segment years after Lenovo debuted the world's first foldable PC. This device is also one of the earliest Huawei PCs to run on HarmonyOS 1.16 kg, the new MateBook Fold measures 7.3 mm when unfolded and 14.9 mm when folded. My flagship phone is barely thinner than that!The computer uses a custom water drop hinge designed for foldable devices, allowing the screen to maintain angles between 30° and 150°. An integrated kickstand supports landscape use without additional an 18-inch tandem OLED LTPO display that folds into a compact 13-inch form factor. It offers a 3.3K resolution (3296 x 2472 pixels), a 92% screen-to-body ratio, peak brightness up to 1600 nits, 1440Hz PWM dimming, and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio. Image by Huawei Internally, the MateBook Fold comes with 32 GB of RAM and offers either 1 TB or 2 TB SSD storage options. While Huawei hasn't confirmed the processor, it is likely to feature a Kirin chip similar to other recent Huawei laptops. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.2, dual-band Wi-Fi, two USB-C ports, and a fingerprint scanner built into the power button. It also has an 8MP front camera, six speakers, four microphones, and a 74.69Wh battery. A 74.69Wh battery is considered solid for a lightweight, portable laptop. Rather than measuring in milliamp-hours (mAh) like smartphones, watt-hours (Wh) is the preferred metric for laptops, as it reflects the total energy capacity regardless of general, a battery over 70Wh suggests decent endurance, especially for ultrabooks or foldable devices designed for mobility. Depending on the processor and power management of HarmonyOS 5, this battery could offer several hours of use on a single charge. Huawei hasn't specified expected runtime, but similar laptops with this capacity often last 8 to 12 hours under moderate foldable PC supports both a virtual keyboard and a bundled physical keyboard. The detachable keyboard includes a touchpad, 1.5 mm key travel, and weighs 290 grams. It is 5 mm thin and can last up to 24 days on a single charge. Users can also pair external Bluetooth keyboards and also includes a range of accessories: a 140W charger, braided USB-C cable, screen cleaning cloth, a large carrying bag, and a smaller pouch for accessories. It's the kind of accessory that makes me smile!Available in Black, Blue, and White, the MateBook Fold is priced at CNY 23,999 (~$3,300 when directly converted) for the 1 TB model and ~$3,700 (when directly converted) for the 2 TB version. That's substantially more expensive than Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Fold 16, which launched at $2,899. The MateBook Fold will officially launch on June 6, but is already available for pre-order!
The Advertiser
18-05-2025
- The Advertiser
Why this Tokyo-Sydney business-class flight is worth every yen
Like so many travellers right now, I am having a love affair with Japan. Reluctant to give up the nation's charm and eloquence when I leave, I decide to prolong the experience by snaffling a discounted business-class ticket on ANA's Friday night service from Tokyo to Sydney. CHECKING IN: There is no check-in because I am transiting from a London-Tokyo flight, but last time I checked in for NH879 it was a 10-minute breeze, and there are always super polite ANA staff to help. I have a very generous 64kg checked-in luggage allowance (2x 32kg bags) and 10kg of carry-on. I paid for a third checked suitcase (at $110, cheaper than air-freight). In the vast ANA business lounge I book a shower in one of the spacious, spotless bathrooms, then find delicious katsu curry, great Japanese whiskies and Kirin beer from robotic taps. THE FLIGHT: My flight, on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, is delayed, leaving closer to 1am on Saturday rather than the scheduled 10.45pm on Friday. Not ideal but champagne, shochu and a truly delicious Japanese banquet numb the pain. I get a solid six-hour sleep. We land two hours late and ANA almost immediately emails me telling me how to apply for 3000 yen in compensation: about $32 but it's better than nothing. THE CLASS: I'm in 1A in business. There are 40 business-class seats in a 1-2-1 layout; each has direct aisle access and reclines to a fully flat 189cm long, 49cm wide bed. I have a universal plug socket, USB port, headphone port, reading light, 18-inch touchscreen, pillow, blanket and mattress, which looks flimsy but is actually very comfortable. Window seats in even-numbered rows offer more privacy as they are separated from the aisle by a side table. FOOD & DRINKS: One of the best in-flight meals I've had in years. I order the Japanese "washoku" meal (there's a Western alternative) and enjoy a selection of small starters including shrimp fish cake and cherry blossom tofu with crab, with a glass of Drappier champagne, then ocean perch with an aromatic Kawagoe sweet potato shochu. It's a delicious riot of flavours and all beautifully presented. You can get snacks after the main service, including a moreish corn soup. ENTERTAINMENT: The range of films, TV and audio is OK but nothing special. I watch a Japanese film without subtitles to see if I can get the plot; I fail but the scenery is beautiful. The TV series are not complete sets; season one of Veep has only the first three episodes (out of eight). THE SERVICE: ANA business-class service on this flight is as good as it gets and everything works first time. I call the attendants only once, to get a shochu top-up, and they arrive in seconds. IN A NUTSHELL: ANA is fast becoming my airline of choice and this flight proves why, despite the delay: impeccable service, great food, comfy flat-bed seat and a clean-as-a-whistle cabin. The writer flew at his own expense Like so many travellers right now, I am having a love affair with Japan. Reluctant to give up the nation's charm and eloquence when I leave, I decide to prolong the experience by snaffling a discounted business-class ticket on ANA's Friday night service from Tokyo to Sydney. CHECKING IN: There is no check-in because I am transiting from a London-Tokyo flight, but last time I checked in for NH879 it was a 10-minute breeze, and there are always super polite ANA staff to help. I have a very generous 64kg checked-in luggage allowance (2x 32kg bags) and 10kg of carry-on. I paid for a third checked suitcase (at $110, cheaper than air-freight). In the vast ANA business lounge I book a shower in one of the spacious, spotless bathrooms, then find delicious katsu curry, great Japanese whiskies and Kirin beer from robotic taps. THE FLIGHT: My flight, on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, is delayed, leaving closer to 1am on Saturday rather than the scheduled 10.45pm on Friday. Not ideal but champagne, shochu and a truly delicious Japanese banquet numb the pain. I get a solid six-hour sleep. We land two hours late and ANA almost immediately emails me telling me how to apply for 3000 yen in compensation: about $32 but it's better than nothing. THE CLASS: I'm in 1A in business. There are 40 business-class seats in a 1-2-1 layout; each has direct aisle access and reclines to a fully flat 189cm long, 49cm wide bed. I have a universal plug socket, USB port, headphone port, reading light, 18-inch touchscreen, pillow, blanket and mattress, which looks flimsy but is actually very comfortable. Window seats in even-numbered rows offer more privacy as they are separated from the aisle by a side table. FOOD & DRINKS: One of the best in-flight meals I've had in years. I order the Japanese "washoku" meal (there's a Western alternative) and enjoy a selection of small starters including shrimp fish cake and cherry blossom tofu with crab, with a glass of Drappier champagne, then ocean perch with an aromatic Kawagoe sweet potato shochu. It's a delicious riot of flavours and all beautifully presented. You can get snacks after the main service, including a moreish corn soup. ENTERTAINMENT: The range of films, TV and audio is OK but nothing special. I watch a Japanese film without subtitles to see if I can get the plot; I fail but the scenery is beautiful. The TV series are not complete sets; season one of Veep has only the first three episodes (out of eight). THE SERVICE: ANA business-class service on this flight is as good as it gets and everything works first time. I call the attendants only once, to get a shochu top-up, and they arrive in seconds. IN A NUTSHELL: ANA is fast becoming my airline of choice and this flight proves why, despite the delay: impeccable service, great food, comfy flat-bed seat and a clean-as-a-whistle cabin. The writer flew at his own expense Like so many travellers right now, I am having a love affair with Japan. Reluctant to give up the nation's charm and eloquence when I leave, I decide to prolong the experience by snaffling a discounted business-class ticket on ANA's Friday night service from Tokyo to Sydney. CHECKING IN: There is no check-in because I am transiting from a London-Tokyo flight, but last time I checked in for NH879 it was a 10-minute breeze, and there are always super polite ANA staff to help. I have a very generous 64kg checked-in luggage allowance (2x 32kg bags) and 10kg of carry-on. I paid for a third checked suitcase (at $110, cheaper than air-freight). In the vast ANA business lounge I book a shower in one of the spacious, spotless bathrooms, then find delicious katsu curry, great Japanese whiskies and Kirin beer from robotic taps. THE FLIGHT: My flight, on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, is delayed, leaving closer to 1am on Saturday rather than the scheduled 10.45pm on Friday. Not ideal but champagne, shochu and a truly delicious Japanese banquet numb the pain. I get a solid six-hour sleep. We land two hours late and ANA almost immediately emails me telling me how to apply for 3000 yen in compensation: about $32 but it's better than nothing. THE CLASS: I'm in 1A in business. There are 40 business-class seats in a 1-2-1 layout; each has direct aisle access and reclines to a fully flat 189cm long, 49cm wide bed. I have a universal plug socket, USB port, headphone port, reading light, 18-inch touchscreen, pillow, blanket and mattress, which looks flimsy but is actually very comfortable. Window seats in even-numbered rows offer more privacy as they are separated from the aisle by a side table. FOOD & DRINKS: One of the best in-flight meals I've had in years. I order the Japanese "washoku" meal (there's a Western alternative) and enjoy a selection of small starters including shrimp fish cake and cherry blossom tofu with crab, with a glass of Drappier champagne, then ocean perch with an aromatic Kawagoe sweet potato shochu. It's a delicious riot of flavours and all beautifully presented. You can get snacks after the main service, including a moreish corn soup. ENTERTAINMENT: The range of films, TV and audio is OK but nothing special. I watch a Japanese film without subtitles to see if I can get the plot; I fail but the scenery is beautiful. The TV series are not complete sets; season one of Veep has only the first three episodes (out of eight). THE SERVICE: ANA business-class service on this flight is as good as it gets and everything works first time. I call the attendants only once, to get a shochu top-up, and they arrive in seconds. IN A NUTSHELL: ANA is fast becoming my airline of choice and this flight proves why, despite the delay: impeccable service, great food, comfy flat-bed seat and a clean-as-a-whistle cabin. The writer flew at his own expense Like so many travellers right now, I am having a love affair with Japan. Reluctant to give up the nation's charm and eloquence when I leave, I decide to prolong the experience by snaffling a discounted business-class ticket on ANA's Friday night service from Tokyo to Sydney. CHECKING IN: There is no check-in because I am transiting from a London-Tokyo flight, but last time I checked in for NH879 it was a 10-minute breeze, and there are always super polite ANA staff to help. I have a very generous 64kg checked-in luggage allowance (2x 32kg bags) and 10kg of carry-on. I paid for a third checked suitcase (at $110, cheaper than air-freight). In the vast ANA business lounge I book a shower in one of the spacious, spotless bathrooms, then find delicious katsu curry, great Japanese whiskies and Kirin beer from robotic taps. THE FLIGHT: My flight, on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, is delayed, leaving closer to 1am on Saturday rather than the scheduled 10.45pm on Friday. Not ideal but champagne, shochu and a truly delicious Japanese banquet numb the pain. I get a solid six-hour sleep. We land two hours late and ANA almost immediately emails me telling me how to apply for 3000 yen in compensation: about $32 but it's better than nothing. THE CLASS: I'm in 1A in business. There are 40 business-class seats in a 1-2-1 layout; each has direct aisle access and reclines to a fully flat 189cm long, 49cm wide bed. I have a universal plug socket, USB port, headphone port, reading light, 18-inch touchscreen, pillow, blanket and mattress, which looks flimsy but is actually very comfortable. Window seats in even-numbered rows offer more privacy as they are separated from the aisle by a side table. FOOD & DRINKS: One of the best in-flight meals I've had in years. I order the Japanese "washoku" meal (there's a Western alternative) and enjoy a selection of small starters including shrimp fish cake and cherry blossom tofu with crab, with a glass of Drappier champagne, then ocean perch with an aromatic Kawagoe sweet potato shochu. It's a delicious riot of flavours and all beautifully presented. You can get snacks after the main service, including a moreish corn soup. ENTERTAINMENT: The range of films, TV and audio is OK but nothing special. I watch a Japanese film without subtitles to see if I can get the plot; I fail but the scenery is beautiful. The TV series are not complete sets; season one of Veep has only the first three episodes (out of eight). THE SERVICE: ANA business-class service on this flight is as good as it gets and everything works first time. I call the attendants only once, to get a shochu top-up, and they arrive in seconds. IN A NUTSHELL: ANA is fast becoming my airline of choice and this flight proves why, despite the delay: impeccable service, great food, comfy flat-bed seat and a clean-as-a-whistle cabin. The writer flew at his own expense
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Was Sasuke ever stronger than Naruto? Here's what the Anime tells us
The rivalry between Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha has driven one of anime's most beautifully animated, smoke-puffing, emotional and action-packed storylines. Fans still argue today: Was Sasuke ever really stronger than Naruto? Picture this In the world of anime, no rivalries rival the strength and tenacity of Naruto and Sasuke's. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These two iconic characters from the award-winning, record-breaking, global phenomenon series Naruto grew up together as spirited rivals and soul mates. His and the rest of the Takarazuka founders' journey from childhood to adulthood is what would ultimately create the story behind one of the world's most popular anime franchises. Was Sasuke ever stronger than Naruto … a question that continues to rage in a divided fandom. The answer isn't that straightforward — it all depends on when you ask. Why Sasuke was clearly more powerful in early Naruto Shippuden After Sasuke defected from the Hidden Leaf Village to train with Orochimaru, he returned with some seriously strong new skills. When Naruto and Sasuke finally did encounter each other again in Naruto Shippuden, Sasuke was decisively ahead. He had fully controlled the Curse Mark, learned devastating advanced jutsu such as Kirin, and he wielded the infamous Kusanagi sword. Naruto's training with Jiraiya didn't advance him like that. In fact, some fans go so far as to claim Jiraiya didn't do enough to teach Naruto how to face the challenges that await him. Sasuke's sharigan techniques, speed, precision all made him a legitimate physical threat — even to Naruto. In the story so far, Sasuke was obviously the more powerful of the two. Naruto took the lead with sage mode and the nine-tails Everything flipped upside down when Naruto trained with Toad Sages on Mount Myoboku. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He mastered Sage Mode, a strong technique that greatly enhanced his physical strength, speed, and sensory abilities. Then, by learning to control the chakra of his mentor (enemy, friend) the Nine-Tails (or Kurama), Naruto increased his speed, strength and ability to take damage. The greatest turning point came when Naruto was given the Six Paths Sage Mode from Hagoromo Otsutsuki, the Sage of Six Paths. This god-tier power made Naruto the ultimate balancer of ninjutsu. It unleashed Truth-Seeking Orbs, sensed invisible enemies, and accelerated his natural energy control to nonsensical proportions. With these improvements, Naruto was playing at an elite level. Naruto vs Sasuke, Who was the final battle's stronger shinobi During the conclusion of the Fourth Great Ninja War, Naruto and Sasuke fought against each other one final time. Their last fight was a draw, with both leaving the ring after losing an arm. If you look more closely Naruto clearly proved stronger. Sasuke was fighting to kill, Naruto was trying not to hurt his friend — saving his friend. Nevertheless, Naruto was able to keep up with Sasuke blow for blow. Either Sasuke wouldn't have made it out of the fight if Naruto had fought him at full strength. Final verdict: Naruto surpassed Sasuke While Sasuke may have been stronger during certain parts of the story, Naruto eventually surpassed him in nearly every way. His growth as a ninja, and as a person, was unmatched. By the end of Naruto Shippuden, and especially in Boruto, Naruto's strength, heart, and leadership made him the clear winner of this long-standing rivalry. Why it still matters The Naruto vs Sasuke debate is more than just a power-level discussion. It represents two different paths — one of pain and revenge, and the other of hope and perseverance. Their friendship, despite all the fighting, continues to resonate with fans across the world. So whether you're team Naruto or team Sasuke, one thing is clear: their story is one of the most unforgettable in anime history.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Aemetis to Review First Quarter 2025 Financial Results on May 8, 2025
CUPERTINO, Calif., May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aemetis, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMTX) announced that the company will host a conference call to review the release of its first quarter 2025 earnings report: Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025 Time: 11 am Pacific Time (PT) Live Participant Dial In (Toll Free): +1-877-545-0523 entry code 761021 Live Participant Dial In (International): +1-973-528-0016 entry code 761021 Webcast URL: Attendees may submit questions during the Q&A (Questions & Answers) portion of the conference call. The webcast will be available on the Company's website ( under Investors/Conference Calls, along with the company presentation, recent announcements, and video recordings. The voice recording will be available through May 15, 2025 by dialing (Toll Free) 877-481-4010 or (International) 919-882-2331 and entering conference ID number 52416. After May 15th, the webcast will be available on the Company's website ( under Investors/Conference Calls. About Aemetis Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Aemetis is a renewable natural gas and renewable fuel company focused on the operation, acquisition, development, and commercialization of innovative technologies that replace petroleum products and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Founded in 2006, Aemetis is operating and actively expanding a California biogas digester network and pipeline system to convert dairy waste gas into Renewable Natural Gas. Aemetis owns and operates a 65 million gallon per year ethanol production facility in California's Central Valley near Modesto that supplies about 80 dairies with animal feed. Aemetis owns and operates an 80 million gallon per year production facility on the East Coast of India producing high quality distilled biodiesel and refined glycerin. Aemetis is developing a sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel fuel biorefinery in California, renewable hydrogen, and hydroelectric power to produce low carbon intensity renewable jet and diesel fuel. For additional information about Aemetis, please visit Company Investor RelationsMedia Contact:Todd Waltz(408) 213-0940investors@ External Investor RelationsContact:Kirin SmithPCG Advisory Group(646) 863-6519ksmith@ in to access your portfolio
Asahi Shimbun
29-04-2025
- Business
- Asahi Shimbun
Island distillery creates craft gin with zero CO2 emissions
From left: Hideaki Kito, Shunsuke Omoto, President Kunihiko Kadota and a new employee, Yu Nakamura, at the Goto Tsubaki Distillery in Goto, Nagasaki Prefecture (Yuta Kayaba) GOTO, Nagasaki Prefecture—A gin distillery on the remote island of Fukuejima is doing its part to help the city of Goto achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. Goto Tsubaki Distillery in January switched from gas to locally generated renewable electricity to power its boilers used for distillation. The company takes pride in using camellia seeds, a specialty of the isle in the Goto island chains, and other local ingredients to produce its Gotogin craft gin. Now, it buys all of its electricity from wind farms, solar installations and other facilities on the island. It also uses an electric vehicle to deliver its products. 'The distillery has been reborn as one that runs solely on renewable energy generated from natural resources of a Goto island,' said President Kunihiko Kadota, 54. 'We want to continue producing gin that is in harmony with the island's nature.' Gotogin sells well and is occasionally out of stock at stores. The distillery produced 2,000 bottles a month after it was founded in December 2022. It has since increased monthly production to 5,000 bottles. The company was established by Kadota, an ex-employee of Kirin Brewery Co., with former Kirin colleagues Shunsuke Omoto, 60, and Hideaki Kito, also 60. The trio were in the development team for the Kirin Hyoketsu series of canned shochu-based 'chuhai' beverages. Kadota is currently in charge of overall management, while Omoto serves as the marketing director and Kito oversees production. Yu Nakamura, 31, joined the company in June 2024 after moving to Goto from Aomori Prefecture. The distillery hosts a 30-minute tour from 11 a.m. and from 2 p.m. every Saturday (tastings are unavailable). Some people visit the distillery to seek advice on post-retirement careers from Kadota, who retired early, the president said.
