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Consumer technology
消息称 iOS 18 今秋将接入 Google Gemini
Apple announced last month that Apple Intelligence will work with OpenAI's ChatGPT, and since then there have been rumors about whether "Apple's AI" will work with other models and what kind of model will be adopted in China. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed in the latest issue of the Power On newsletter that Apple will announce "at least one other" deal this fall, at which point Apple Intelligence will be expected to be connected to Google Gemini.
古尔曼：苹果 Apple Intelligence 将登陆 Vision Pro，但不会引入 HomePod
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed in the latest issue of the Power On newsletter that Apple plans to bring Apple Intelligence features to the Vision Pro, but not to the HomePod. Gurman said Apple Intelligence requires "enough RAM" for the device, and the Vision Pro headset has 16GB of RAM to run summaries, writing tools, and the new Siri features, but the HomePod / mini only has 1GB of RAM and can't run AI models at all.
Ming-Chi Kuo: iPhone 16 will have a stainless steel battery case, which makes it easier to remove and increases cell density
The European Parliament passed a new regulation in 2023 that requires batteries in all household appliances and consumer electronics (including mobile phones, game consoles, etc.) to be "easily removed and replaced" by consumers, coming into force in 2027. Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst at Tianfeng International, said that the new iPhone will use a stainless steel battery case, which can reduce the difficulty of removing the battery to comply with EU regulations, and can also increase the density of battery cells (up to 5-10%) while complying with safety regulations, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone.
Counterpoint: China's Smartphone Sales During 618 2024 Grow 6.8% YoY
According to Counterpoint's weekly smartphone model sales tracking data released by Counterpoint, China's smartphone sales increased by 6.8% year-on-year from week 21 to week 24 of 2024 (corresponding to the 618 shopping festival). Compared to last year, most mobile phone manufacturers are offering similar discounts, showing signs of demand recovery. It's worth noting that this year's 618 Shopping Festival has a promotional period that runs from May 20 to June 20, which is longer than usual, as Tmall's promotion starts on May 20. In 2023, the 618 period is from May 31 to June 18. The extended promotional period also contributed to this year's sales growth.
See: https://cn.technode.com/post/2024-07-01/counterpoint-china-2024-618-smartphones-sales-report/
To help you write scripts, cut clips, and find materials, the AI video editing app Google Vids is online for testing
Google released a new AI video editing app, Google Vids, in April and announced that it expects to launch in beta with Google Workspace Labs in June. According to Android Authority, the app has been quietly launched and tested around last Friday, and is fully functional. Google Vids integrates with the Gemini mockup to help users create slideshows, script videos, source footage from Shutterstock, and storyboard entire videos. Users can edit the video by adding or removing elements such as slideshows, text fields, images, and audio, and finally export it as an MP4 file.
sustainable development
Apple is developing new ways to make iPhone batteries easier to replace
With EU legislation approaching, Apple is reportedly working on a new technology that will make iPhone batteries easier to replace. According to The Information, Apple is working on replacing batteries using a new "electro-inductive adhesive debonding" technology. Currently, replacing an iPhone battery requires removing the old battery with tweezers, and the old battery is secured with tape. The new battery must then be pressed into place using a "special machine and tray". The new process uses metal instead of foil to cover the battery, as The Information explains: this new technology is called the electro-inductive adhesive peeling technique, and it uses metal to wrap the battery instead of using foil as it does now. According to people familiar with the matter, this allows people to remove the battery from the chassis by simply applying a little current to it.
Tesla is said to be in talks to use Michelin airless tires
Tesla is reportedly in talks with tire giant Michelin to use its latest airless tire technology in its range of electric vehicles. Airless tires have been around for a long time, but they have not yet been applied to automobiles on a large scale. They have the distinct advantage of not leaking air, which is a big plus in terms of reliability. They can also be lighter and more efficient by design, but their biggest impact is expected to be an environmental impact by significantly reducing tire waste. French tire giant Michelin is one of the tire manufacturers working to introduce airless tires to passenger cars. Michelin confirmed that it is in talks with Tesla to test its airless Uptis tires, according to the Not a Tesla app: in addition to improving reliability and reducing waste, the airless tire structure can also construct a more durable tread and even replace the tire surface.
Castrol invests $50 million in Gogoro
According to a joint announcement, Castrol, a subsidiary of oil giant BP, recently announced an investment of up to $50 million in Gogoro. In the first tranche, Castrol will invest US$25 million to acquire 5.72% of Gogoro's outstanding common shares, followed by a second US$25 million investment in convertible bonds. Gogoro is also targeting its global expansion in countries with high rates of motorcycle and scooter ownership, where two-wheelers typically outnumber cars.
EcoFlow introduces the large DELTA Pro 3, which can power 99% of household appliances
EcoFlow, one of the biggest names in the portable power station industry, recently announced the launch of the EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3, an ultra-powerful portable power station that EcoFlow says is powerful enough to meet the needs of 99% of home appliances. The EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 is large enough to support many appliances for hours of continuous operation, providing an internal capacity of 4 kWh. Plugging in an extra battery from EcoFlow instantly doubles the capacity, providing 8 kWh of storage and twice the run time. The device is available in both 120VAC and 240VAC voltages, providing up to 4000 watts of continuous power to the device. To further expand the power output, three devices can be connected to output 12000 watts continuously. The plant also supports a true 10ms UPS, providing fast switching times to keep critical equipment running and prevent data loss on the computer in the event of a power outage.
Life Sciences
Lecanemab for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease launched in China Eisai and Biogen announced that Leebao (lecanemab), a humanized anti-soluble aggregate amyloid-β (Aβ) monoclonal antibody, has been launched in China. The drug was approved by China's National Medical Products Administration in January 2024 for the treatment of mild cognitive impairment caused by Alzheimer's disease and mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. China is the third country after the United States and Japan to market lecanemab. Lecanemab selectively binds soluble Aβ aggregates (fibrils), as well as insoluble Aβ aggregates (fibers), the main component of Aβ plaques in AD, thereby reducing Aβ fibrils and Aβ plaques in the brain. Lecanemab is the first and only fully approved treatment that uses this mechanism to reduce the rate of disease progression and slow the decline of cognitive and brain function. Panacell Biotech Promotes Collaboration with Columbia University Medical CenterPanacell Biotech (CEO Seung-ho Choi) announced that it has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York. This cooperation is a combination of the two institutions' respective strengths to create synergies and promote mutual development. Specifically, Panacell Biotech will use Columbia University School of Medicine's excellent manufacturing practices facility to extract exosomes from stem cells from Wharton jelly (Wharton's jelly). In addition, a Phase 2 clinical trial will be conducted in the U.S. to develop treatments for obstructive ventilatory dysfunction, including pulmonary fibrosis. Currently, preclinical and phase 1 clinical trials are planned to be conducted in South Korea. Johnson & Johnson Announces Approval of First BCMA×CD3 Bispecific Antibody Talekab for Multiple Myeloma in China Johnson & Johnson recently announced that its innovative therapeutic drug Teritolumab (Teritumumab Injection) has been approved by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) who have received at least three prior lines of therapy, including a proteasome inhibitor, an immunomodulator and an anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody. Taleco, the first bispecific antibody approved for the treatment of RRMM, B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA) and CD31, has previously been approved for marketing in countries such as the U.S. and the European Union. Merck Sharp & Dohme's PD-1 inhibitor KEYTRUDA approved in combination with trastuzumab and chemotherapy in China for a new indication for the treatment of locally advanced unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinomaMerck announced that its PD-1 inhibitor pembrolizumab (trade name: KEYTRUDA) has been approved by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China for combination with trastuzumab, fluorouracil and platinum-based chemotherapy. For the first-line treatment of patients with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma whose tumors express PD-L1 (Composite Positive Score (CPS)≥1) with a well-validated assay. The approval of this new indication is based on data from the global Phase III clinical trial KEYNOTE-811.
Science and technology go to sea
At 10:15 a.m. on June 30, a train carrying more than 260 BYD commercial cars departed from the new Zhengzhou International Inland Port Railway Operation Station and will be exported to Uzbekistan through Lanzhou, Gansu Province, marking the official opening of Zhengzhou International Dry Port and the official opening of the special railway. According to the official introduction of Zhengzhou Airport in Henan Province, Zhengzhou International Dry Port is located in the southeast of Zhengzhou Airport Area, which is a key project for Henan Province to deeply integrate into the "Belt and Road", implement the strategy of reengineering advantages, and promote the transformation of transportation location advantages into hub economic advantages. It is reported that the opening of Zhengzhou International Dry Port and the opening of the special railway have realized the "operation when it is opened to traffic" and opened up the channel for external communication of Zhengzhou International Dry Port. With 900 trucks ordered, Elephant will sell for the first time in West Asia, North Africa and Southern Europe, and during the Advanced Green Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas, Elephant received an order for 900 trucks from 32GROUP, the exclusive distributor in select markets in West Asia, North Africa and Southern Europe, for sale in the region. 32Group will provide charging infrastructure solutions in the above regions, while providing complete after-sales support services for Elephant Automotive's products and customers. The two companies are also further exploring joint investment in KD's manufacturing plants in these regions to meet the growing needs of regional customers and provide greater flexibility to respond to industrial policies in different regions. KPS Capital Partners plans to sell Eviosys to Sonoco for €3.615 billionKPS Capital Partners, LP announced today that it has signed an agreement for its portfolio company Eviosys to sell the company to Hartsville, South Carolina-based Sonoco Products Company, for €3.615 billion ($3.9 billion). Sonoco has the right to elect to use its shares to pay up to $200 million in acquisition consideration in certain circumstances. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2024, subject to the completion of required union consultations, the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. Altair Announces Materials Collaboration with HPAatair recently announced that it has signed an agreement with HP to provide Altair with proprietary materials information to enhance the Altair Material Data Center™. The Altair Materials Data Center provides designers, engineers, and scientists with a platform that allows them to easily browse, search, and compare materials in standalone applications or through an intuitive interface of simulation and optimization tools. The collaboration will push the boundaries of traditional 3D printing technology and help customers design parts more accurately for multi-jet fused and metal jet printers. Through this partnership, engineers visiting Altair's Materials Data Center will be able to use HP's materials data to design efficient parts, finite element analysis (FEA) for structural analysis, and predict and fix production defects during design and simulation.
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