Tech News Roundup: Redmi K80 Upgrade, J-15T Debut, Musk Cracks Diablo 4 Leaderboard

Tech News Roundup: Redmi K80 Upgrade, J-15T Debut, Musk Cracks Diablo 4 LeaderboardWant to know what happened in the tech world overnight? Check out this rundown of the latest news:1. Xiaomi Redmi K80 Series to Feature Upgraded TCL Huaxing C9 Display with Dragon Crystal GlassRenowned digital blogger @ChaPingDi revealed on November 6th that the Xiaomi Redmi K80 series will upgrade its display from C8 to C9, expected to utilize TCL Huaxing's C-series luminous materials for enhanced display quality and lower power consumption

Tech News Roundup: Redmi K80 Upgrade, J-15T Debut, Musk Cracks Diablo 4 Leaderboard

Want to know what happened in the tech world overnight? Check out this rundown of the latest news:

1. Xiaomi Redmi K80 Series to Feature Upgraded TCL Huaxing C9 Display with Dragon Crystal Glass

Renowned digital blogger @ChaPingDi revealed on November 6th that the Xiaomi Redmi K80 series will upgrade its display from C8 to C9, expected to utilize TCL Huaxing's C-series luminous materials for enhanced display quality and lower power consumption. The series will also feature Dragon Crystal Glass, though not the latest generation.

2. Heavy-duty Carrier-based Fighter J-15T Makes Debut at Zhuhai Airshow, Marking PLA Navy's First Appearance

On November 6th, the J-15T, a key weapon in the aircraft carrier fleet and a vital component of the Chinese Navy's air force, made its first appearance at the Zhuhai Airshow. This marks the People's Liberation Army Navy's first participation in China's air show, signaling a further enhancement of China's naval power.

3. Reports Claim Redmi K80 Series to Sport Customized Straight Screen + Single Point Ultrasonic Fingerprint Across the Board

Digital blogger @ShuMaXianLiaoZhan revealed on November 6th that a certain manufacturer's new phone will feature "flagship-level customized straight screen + single point ultrasonic fingerprint + high-spec dust and water resistance + large-aperture main camera + metal middle frame + front and back anti-fall glass structure + ultra-large battery across the board," believed to be the Xiaomi Redmi K80 series.

4. Exposure of Generous Benefits for VW Expatriates in China Sparks Uproar in Germany

The German daily newspaper "Bild," Europe's largest-circulation newspaper, exposed the high salaries and generous benefits for Volkswagen expatriates working in China on November 3rd. This news sparked a wave of outrage in Germany, prompting widespread discussions on the disparity between employee benefits in China and those of Volkswagen employees in Germany.

5. Elon Musk Cracks Top 20 on Diablo 4's Hardcore Leaderboard, Using Real Name as In-Game ID

Elon Musk revealed on Joe Rogan's latest podcast on November 5th that he cracked the Top 20 on Diablo 4's Hardcore leaderboard, with only two other American players within that ranking. He used his real name as his in-game ID, demonstrating his dedication to the game.

6. iOS 18.2 to Feature Battery Intelligence Framework, Providing Estimated iPhone Charging Time

Tech outlet 9to5Mac reported on November 5th that Apple plans to introduce a new "BatteryIntelligence" framework in iOS 18.2, which will estimate the time needed to fully charge an iPhone, allowing users to better understand their phone's charging status.

7. Ming-Chi Kuo Analyzes Intel's LunarLake Failure: Not Just Process Technology, but Product Planning Capability

TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo published a blog post on Medium on November 5th, delving into the reasons behind Intel's LunarLake failure. He pointed out that the failure stemmed not only from lagging process technology but also from inadequate product planning capabilities.

8. Pure HarmonyOS Version of WeChat Enters Invitation-Based Closed Beta

On the evening of November 6th, Tencent WXG (WeChat Business Group) employee @KeCunXiaoJiang announced that the pure HarmonyOS version of WeChat has achieved stability and will continue to iterate. They plan to invite users who have upgraded to HarmonyOS next to participate in the closed beta of the new HarmonyOS WeChat version to improve user experience.

9. Xinxi Tianxia Samsung W25 Released, Two Foldable Phones Priced at 9999 Yuan and Up

On the evening of November 6th, Samsung officially launched two foldable phones, Xinxi Tianxia Samsung W25 | W25Flip, developed in collaboration with China Telecom, priced at 9999 Yuan and up, targeting the high-end business market.

10. Multiple Reports of Map Navigation Location in Dianchi Lake, Amap Denies Product Issue

According to reports on The Paper, several netizens in Kunming, Yunnan province, recently took to social media to report that their location was "drifting," displaying them "in Dianchi Lake." Amap responded that this is not a product issue and they are investigating and communicating with relevant parties.

11. XPeng Announces Chip Upgrade Crowdfunding Plan for Old Users: Single Orin to Dual Orin

On November 6th, XPeng Motors announced at its AI Technology Day event that it will offer a crowdfunding chip upgrade plan for users, dubbed a "Pro to Max upgrade" for their vehicles. Users can crowdfund to upgrade their single Orin chip to a dual Orin chip and their 820A cockpit chip to an 8295 chip.

12. iQiyi's Screencasting Restriction Case Upholds Original Verdict, Plaintiff Awarded 41 Days of VIP Membership

On January 31, 2023, "7-year-old fan" Zhu Yuan took iQiyi to court over its "screencasting restrictions," sparking widespread attention. In June 2024, the first-instance court ruled in favor of the plaintiff, awarding 41 days of Golden VIP membership. Both parties appealed, and on November 6th, the second-instance court upheld the original verdict.

13. Huawei and JAC Jointly Developed "Jun Jie" to Debut at the 2024 Guangzhou Auto Show

The 22nd Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition will take place from November 15th to 24th, 2024. Huawei and JAC (Jiangling Motors), in collaboration, will officially launch their ultra-high-end brand "Jun Jie" at the Guangzhou Auto Show. The brand plans to officially launch in the spring of next year, with an estimated price tag exceeding one million Yuan.

14. NVIDIA RTX 50 Series Graphics Cards Set to Arrive, Elevating Gaming Experience

Source Kopite7kimi tweeted on November 5th on X, revealing that NVIDIA will be releasing the GeForce RTX 50 series "Blackwell" gaming graphics cards "soon." The new graphics card series promises a more powerful gaming experience, generating much excitement among gamers.

The tech world is constantly evolving, with new developments unfolding every day. Stay tuned for more exciting news tomorrow!