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Business Insider
12 minutes ago
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Tesla teases a new Model Y L variant is 'coming soon' in a video posted to Chinese social media
A new Tesla variant is coming around the corner. On Monday, Tesla posted a video of the upcoming Model Y L to its account on Weibo, a Chinese social media platform. Translated from Chinese, the post said that the vehicle was "coming soon." The video shows three rows of seats, the back two of which fold forward. The middle row of the vehicle features two stand-alone "captain chairs," which also appear to have new powered armrests that rise up. While the captain chairs in the Model X only tilt forward, these chairs appear to fold all the way down for more storage space. The video also shows a black headliner, the material on the vehicle's ceiling, and a new logo stamped on the back, with two small accents added to the traditional Model Y badge. News of Tesla's plans for a six-seat rendition of its Model Y first broke in 2024, when sources told Reuters that the vehicle would launch the following year in China. In July, Tesla registered plans for the Model Y L with a wheelbase of 3,040 mm, according to a filing viewed by the news outlet. The filing also indicated that the Model Y L would be almost 200 mm longer than the Model Y. The Model Y is the most popular SUV in China. China is Tesla's second-largest market, though the company's sales have been sagging in the region amid fierce competition from BYD, Xiaomi, and Xpeng. Tesla sold 129,000 vehicles in China in the second quarter of 2025, down nearly 12% year-over-year. BYD sold 1.76 million battery electric cars in 2024. Tesla sold 1.79 million cars that same year, edging out its Chinese competitor. The Chinese smartphone and electric vehicle company Xiaomi recently launched its own SUV, underpricing Tesla. Chinese EV startup Xpeng also released a Model Y competitor below the Model Y sticker price. It is not yet clear whether Tesla plans to launch the Model Y L in the United States. The vehicle's price and launch date have yet to be announced.
Mint
12 minutes ago
- Mint
Redmi 15 5G with 7,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC coming to India: All we know so far
Xiaomi has confirmed that it will launch the Redmi 15 5G smartphone in India on 19 August. Ahead of the release, the company has shared details about the device's design, battery, and key specifications. The phone will be offered in three colour options: Frosted White, Sandy Purple, and Midnight Black. The Redmi 15 5G is expected to feature a 6.9-inch Full HD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen could carry multiple certifications, including TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Flicker-Free, and Circadian Friendly, which aim to reduce eye strain. Under the hood, the smartphone will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset. The device will come with up to 16 GB of RAM extension. For photography, the Redmi 15 5G may include a dual rear camera setup, comprising a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary sensor. The front-facing camera will likely offer 8MP resolution. The device is expected to include features such as AI Erase, AI Sky, and classic film filters. The smartphone will be equipped with a 7,000mAh battery, supporting 33W wired charging and 18W reverse charging. It is anticipated that the device will have estimated usage times, including 55.6 hours of Spotify streaming, 23.5 hours of YouTube playback, and 17.5 hours of Instagram Reel use. The device is reported to have IP64 certification for dust and water resistance, along with Dolby-certified audio. The Redmi 15 5G will likely run on HyperOS based on Android 15 and is expected to receive two years of operating system updates and four years of security updates. Additional features will likely include Gemini integration and tools such as Circle to Search. Overall, the Redmi 15 5G will combine a large display and substantial battery capacity. It will be available in three colourways and is scheduled for launch in India on 19 August.
Bloomberg
an hour ago
- Automotive
- Bloomberg
Xiaomi's $120 Billion Gain Faces Scrutiny on Smartphone Slowdown
By and Charlotte Yang Save Investors anxiously await an earnings report from Xiaomi Corp., following a rally that has driven its market value up $120 billion in the past year on excitement over its push into electric vehicles. Concerns are growing over the Chinese technology company's core smartphone operation, which is expected to post a major slowdown in growth and narrower margins in quarterly results due later Tuesday. Xiaomi may also face questions over its EV business, where capacity issues have constrained its ability to keep up with strong demand.
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Business Standard
2 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Tech Wrap Aug 18: Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5, WhatsApp features, Honor X7c
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 launched. WhatsApp adds new calling features. Honor X7c 5G launched. Xiaomi to launch Redmi 15. Realme P4 series. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Lava Play Ultra 5G BS Tech New Delhi Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 launched in India at Rs 49,999 Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Tab Active5 Enterprise Edition in India. Priced from Rs 49,999, this rugged Android tablet comes with an octa-core processor and an 8.0-inch display supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. According to the company, the Galaxy Tab Active5 is designed as an enterprise-grade device aimed at supporting professionals and businesses. WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has launched three new features intended to make video calling more engaging and productive. Users can now schedule calls ahead of time, raise their hands or react during calls, and access better call management tools. This global update is being released gradually, which means users may experience delays before the features appear on their devices. Honor has unveiled the X7c 5G smartphone in India with a price tag of Rs 14,999. The device will be sold on Amazon India starting August 20 and comes in two colour variants – Forest Green and Moonlight White. Xiaomi has confirmed the launch of the Redmi 15 5G in India on August 19. Ahead of the event, the company has revealed the phone's design and battery details, highlighting a slim profile and a large 7000mAh battery. The smartphone will be available in Frosted White, Sandy Purple, and Midnight Black colour options. Realme has announced the launch of its P4 series smartphones in India on August 20. The lineup will include the Realme P4 Pro 5G and the P4 5G. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed that the devices will feature a dual-chip design to enhance gaming performance, along with AI-driven gaming features such as graphic upscaling and real-time frame generation. Leaked details about the upcoming Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold have surfaced online, offering a glimpse into the expected specifications of Google's next foldable device. Improvements are expected in durability, charging, display, and camera performance. The phone is said to include an IP68 rating, which would make it the first foldable with this dust protection level. According to WinFuture, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold may also support the Qi2 wireless charging standard, though not the faster 25W version. Lava is set to launch the Play Ultra 5G gaming smartphone in India on August 20. Announced through the company's official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the device will mark Lava's debut in the gaming smartphone category. Images released online show a unique design featuring a large camera module and dual-tone colour variants. HTC has entered the AI-powered smart glasses market with the launch of Vive Eagle. As reported by The Verge, the Taiwanese tech brand aims to compete with global players like Meta, Google, Samsung, and potentially Apple, all of which are working on similar wearable devices. Google has reportedly started testing customizable calling cards for beta users in the Phone and Contacts apps. According to 9To5Google, instead of just showing a profile photo in the middle of the incoming call screen, users will now be able to set full-screen images for contacts. Apple introduced a similar feature on iPhones with iOS 17 in 2023. Chinese storage manufacturer Biwin has launched the Mini SSD, a compact high-speed storage solution nearly the size of a microSD card. Unlike standard SSDs soldered into devices, this module can be inserted and removed like a SIM card, allowing hot-swappable use with portable electronics. The technology is already in use in devices such as GPD Win 5 and OneXPlayer Super X, with Biwin promoting it as a faster option compared to memory cards or built-in storage. Google has agreed to pay a penalty of 55 million Australian dollars ($36 million) for entering into anticompetitive agreements with Australia's two largest telecom operators. These deals prevented the installation of rival search engines on some smartphones, according to the company and the country's competition regulator. In 2010, Rajinikanth's film Robot featured a scene where a humanoid robot performed a delivery in an operating theatre, leaving audiences amazed. Just four years earlier, India witnessed its first robotic surgery at AIIMS in Delhi using the Da Vinci four-armed surgical system.
Tom's Guide
3 hours ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Samsung's latest smart home product is a $1,000 AI-powered water purifier
Samsung is dedicated to creating a smart home offering, and it's certainly staying ahead of the curve. You'll notice the trend rippling through its latest products, integrating AI and Bixby voice control into its extensive home appliance range from smart fridges to smart washing machines, like the Samsung Bespoke Smart Front Load Washer. And Samsung has recently announced its latest AI-integrated home product. The Bespoke AI Water Purifier is a smart countertop water purifier that utilizes four levels of filtration and is controlled via Samsung's SmartThings app and Bixby voice recognition. Because what's better than filtering out harmful substances from your water? Doing it without lifting a finger. For now, it's only available in South Korea, costing the equivalent of $1,000. However, there are hopes that it will roll out globally in the future. The company's newest pioneering creation can reportedly filter out 82 different types of harmful substances from water, which, in comparison to its South Korean rivals, is more than any other on the market. How? Well, it uses a four-stage filtration system equipped with a stainless steel direct water pipe that's corrosion-resistant. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Every three days, the purifier also uses electrolysis to make sure the water pipes are sterilized. And, via the Samsung SmartThings app, you'll get an alert when the filter needs to be replaced. The app and integrated Bixby voice commands will also allow you to adjust water output and temperature. Want 16 fl oz. of purified water to fill up your water bottle? No problem. Samsung's love of integrating AI is a bold shift towards its vision for homes of the future, and the Bespoke AI Water Purifier Countertop is the niche idea I didn't know I needed. If I had a spare $1,000 to spend, that is. For now, the price point isn't competitive compared to other filtration systems on the market. But, if you're dedicated to AI as strongly as Samsung is, it may be worth the investment. Buying a smart water purifier might not seem like a priority right now, especially when it'll cost you $1,000, but the concept behind it is certainly becoming increasingly more popular. Chinese tech company Xiaomi recently released two smart water purifiers exclusively in China, equivalently priced at around $300 / $555. And there are countertop options that you can get in the US, like the Ecozy, the world's first smart ice and water dispenser, available for $599.99. Whether Samsung's newest water purifier is worth your money, it's all speculation right now since we don't know if there's a US launch imminent or not. What we do know is that we'll keep you up-to-date with any developments as soon as we hear. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
