The Tech World's Explosive Start to the Year: A Recap of Major Events

The Tech World's Explosive Start to the Year: A Recap of Major EventsFebruary 5th, the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, marked the first workday of the Year of the Snake in the tech world. While many expected a slow start with red envelope exchanges and a general return to work, the reality was quite different

The Tech World's Explosive Start to the Year: A Recap of Major Events

February 5th, the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, marked the first workday of the Year of the Snake in the tech world. While many expected a slow start with red envelope exchanges and a general return to work, the reality was quite different. Major manufacturers dropped bombshells, with Xiaomi's announcements particularly grabbing attention.

Xiaomi founder Lei Jun, while distributing Lunar New Year red envelopes to employees, unexpectedly announced the highly anticipated Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, slated for release at the end of the month. A leaked video showed Jun giving President Lu Weibing a 168 RMB red envelope, mentioning a busy February due to the launch of two Ultra series products, including the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra. Jun set a sales target of 10,000 units for the SU7 Ultra, promising Lu Weibing another "grand prize"a Xiaomi SU7... car modelif the goal was achieved. His dramatic pause on "car model" sent the executives into laughter.

Following Lei Jun's confirmation of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra's release this month, OPPO swiftly announced its foldable flagship, the Find N5, for release in two weeks, around February 19th. Much information about the phone has already been revealed through official teasers and industry leaks. OPPO confirmed the Find N5 will set a new record for the thinnest horizontal folding screen phone globally, measuring just 9.2mm thick. It will also be the only horizontally folding phone based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor in the first half of 2025. However, for target consumers, specifications and features are secondary; price is the deciding factor. With a high entry barrier for this premium foldable, whether OPPO can break the mold with a consumer-friendly pricing strategy remains to be seen.

Adding to the announcements from Xiaomi and OPPO, realme founder Xu Qi also announced that the realme GT7 Pro will be released in February, positioning it as the first phone of the Year of the Snake and the 2025 "pure-blood performance flagship". Industry insiders predict the phone may launch next week, capitalizing on government subsidies. As a "pure-blood performance flagship," whether the GT7 Pro will compromise on features like cameras remains a point of discussion.

These three announcements dominated the headlines, although other noteworthy events occurred on the first workday of the Year of the Snake, including the amount of red envelopes given by tech giants and news from the automotive industry.

Xiaomi's double Ultra combothe Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the enigmatic Xiaomi SU7 Ultraundoubtedly stole the show. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, a flagship in the Xiaomi numbered series, generates high expectations for its performance and specifications. The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra remains more mysterious; Lei Jun's comments suggest a car-related product, with the "10,000 units" target hinting at a new energy vehicle or related smart device. The car model reward added a touch of fun, highlighting Xiaomi's lighthearted company culture.

OPPO's Find N5 further intensifies the competition in the foldable phone market. Its ultra-thin 9.2mm body and Snapdragon 8 Elite chip give it strong hardware credentials. However, against competitors like Samsung and Huawei, whether OPPO can gain market share with its thinness and high performance remains to be seen. Pricing will be crucial for the Find N5's success.

The realme GT7 Pro, a performance-focused flagship, targets users prioritizing ultimate performance. In a market increasingly focused on camera capabilities, realme's focus on performance is a differentiating strategy. Its success hinges on meeting performance expectations and offering sufficient competitiveness in other aspects.

The vibrant start to the Year of the Snake in the tech world signals a dynamic and competitive 2025. The proactive moves by Xiaomi, OPPO, and realme reflect their confidence in the market and their vision for the future. Consumers will have more choices, and market competition will intensifya positive for consumers. Time will tell which manufacturer emerges victorious. We'll continue to monitor these three products and other tech manufacturers in the coming weeks. We anticipate more exciting news from the tech world.

This year's opening salvo from tech giants promises an exciting technological battle in 2025. Xiaomi's double Ultra lineup, OPPO's slim foldable flagship, and realme's performance beast will offer consumers more options. Ultimate market performance will be determined by consumers and market forces. This is just the opening act; the future technological feast is worth anticipating.

This opening "feast" in the tech world not only showcases the competitive strength of various manufacturers but also reflects current market trends. The continued rise of foldable phones and the relentless pursuit of high performance will influence the future direction of the mobile phone market. The 2025 tech market is destined to be full of challenges and opportunities.

In the fiercely competitive tech market, manufacturers must focus not only on product performance and price but also on user needs and experience. Only by truly understanding users can they develop products that are more popular. This will be a common challenge for all tech manufacturers. We look forward to seeing more technological innovation and more amazing products in the future.

The activity level in the tech world at the start of the Year of the Snake is impressive. We believe that even more remarkable products and technologies will emerge in the coming period, bringing us more surprises. We will continue to monitor and provide you with the latest reports.