/index.html In-depth tech event tracking · Faithful summaries · Integrated timelines en /events/b8da6e9ab7a1.html /events/b8da6e9ab7a1.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:55:04 +0800 On September 8, 2026, Meta officially launched the Muse personal AI agent. This tool aims to automate daily tasks such as email processing, shopping, and travel booking by integrating users’ email addresses, payment information, calendars, and social media accounts (such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp). The app offers a free version and subscription services costing $20 or $100 per month, and it introduces more privacy options and an independent permission control system compared to previous products. Meta’s move is intended to catch up with competitors like OpenAI and Google and reverse its decline in the field of artificial intelligence. However, it also faces severe scrutiny from the public regarding its data management capabilities, and it is currently working to convince users to trust this system. /events/30bc8b016a65.html /events/30bc8b016a65.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On the evening of September 7, 2026, Xiaomi’s first range-extended vehicle brand, “Pengcheng”, officially launched four models: N70, N70 Max, N90 Max, and N90 Exploration Edition. All new vehicles are equipped with Kunlun range extender, Nvidia Thor chip, and lidar. The pure electric range reaches up to 505 km, with a combined range exceeding 1700 km. They also feature seven-seater seating and a mobile lounge among other space designs. The pricing range is between 209,900 yuan and 299,900 yuan. In just 4 minutes after its launch, the initial order volume exceeded 10,000 units. Lei Jun, founder of Xiaomi, responded to the overwhelming popularity by saying that after reading over 1400 comments, he felt “the enthusiasm of users exceeded expectations” and pointed out that range-extended vehicles have great potential. Currently, a deposit of only 20,000 yuan is required to secure a vehicle, with delivery expected within 1-5 weeks. /events/4a874cd58e00.html /events/4a874cd58e00.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On September 7, vivo held the “Creators Festival” in Shenzhen, officially announcing that its annual flagship vivo X500 series would be released on September 21. Relying on MediaTek’s platform, this series features the BlueLight 900 sensor and CIPA 7.0-level image stabilization capabilities, focusing on the imaging philosophy of “first-class photography, unique in video.” In terms of video, the X500 Pro series supports 4K 240-frame movie-level slow motion, 4K 120-frame Log direct output, and super video focus tracking; the X500 Pro Max is equipped with an equivalent 400mm Zeiss zoom lens and long-focus follow function. Additionally, vivo introduced a new AI photography assistant that supports recognition of 5,000 scenarios, generative reconstruction in RAW format, and conversational photo editing. The brand also upgraded its BlueLight imaging strategy, launching a media productivity empowerment program in collaboration with Xinhua News Agency and People’s Daily, and working with Zeiss and the FIRST Film Festival to build a diverse imaging ecosystem. /events/eed800e62ede.html /events/eed800e62ede.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On the evening of September 7, 2026, Xiaomi’s autumn new product launch event introduced four models: Pengcheng N70 Pro, N70 Max, N90 Max, and N90 Max Exploration Edition. Among them, the N90 Max Exploration Edition features the concept of a “small mobile two-bedroom” apartment, priced at 299,900 yuan. This vehicle is based on the N90 Max, with a standard built-in electric lifting roof compartment. When closed, its height increases by only 100 mm, and its wind resistance coefficient is 0.245. When the roof is raised, it creates two levels of LOFT space; the second level covers an area of about 2 square meters, with a load capacity of 200 kg, and the interior height is 2.29 meters. The second row of seats supports one-key conversion to a bed, ventilation, heating, and a 4/6-seat design, and is equipped with underfloor heating and heat pump air conditioning. In terms of safety, the lifting mechanism has undergone 10,000 opening and closing tests, supports emergency waterproofing, and resistance to level 8 winds. It is only suitable for parking on non-public roads. Power and range remain the same as those of the N90 Max, using a dual-motor four-wheel drive system with a combined power of 310 kW, and a CLTC pure electric range of 464 km… /events/2d1511709df5.html /events/2d1511709df5.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On the evening of September 7, 2026, Xiaomi Group held its annual new product launch event, officially introducing the new Xiaomi Pengcheng smartphone and its first mid-foldable phone, the Xiaomi 18 Fold. The launch included three models: the N70 Pro, N70 Max, and the flagship N90 Max, all of which featured a laser radar and NVIDIA Thor intelligent driving chip as standard, along with a special top-up version. Before the launch, several car companies released blessing posters in support. However, an accident occurred on the eve of the product’s release: a customer accidentally stepped on the brake instead of the accelerator during a test drive, causing the vehicle to crash into the greenbelt. Xiaomi stated that the accident was due to a mistake and no one was injured. Currently, the market is focusing on the actual price and specific configuration details of the top-up version. /events/93a901c8fed1.html /events/93a901c8fed1.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:10:36 +0800 On September 7, 2026, Xiaomi officially launched the Pengcheng N90 Max Exploration Edition at its autumn product launch event. This vehicle features a five-seater layout and is priced at 299,900 yuan. Its core feature is a native electric lifting roof system. When the roof is raised, the height increases to 2.29 meters, creating an independent second-floor space with dimensions of 2110mm × 985mm. It is equipped with five-sided windows, lighting, air conditioning, and floor heating projection systems. The second-row seats can be converted into a bed with one click. This model is registered as a small passenger vehicle with 7 seats or fewer and enjoys free highway access during major holidays. Its retirement period is the same as that for small ordinary passenger vehicles, with no special restrictions. Xiaomi founder Lei Jun stated that since the lifting roof is integrated with the body, it does not need to be disassembled for annual inspections; however, this function is only available when the vehicle is parked on non-public roads and is not recommended for use in bad weather. All models are standard with dual laser radars, a Kevlar cage-bodied structure, and air suspension, and have passed multiple safety tests to verify their reliability. /events/b58f64ea46f2.html /events/b58f64ea46f2.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On September 7, 2026, Xiaomi founder Lei Jun officially launched the first “mid-foldable” flagship phone – the Xiaomi 18 Fold at the autumn product launch event. This model was initiated two years ago and took 20 months to develop. It features a golden ratio of approximately √2:1, aiming to combine the advantages of both mid-foldable and full-foldable designs to address market challenges. The outer screen measures 5.38 inches, while the inner screen expands to 7.58 inches. Both screens support an adaptive refresh rate of 1-120Hz and 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming. In terms of performance, it features the company’s self-developed Xuanjie O3 chip (3nm process, ten-core architecture) and ChangXin LPDDR6 memory, with NPU computing power reaching 200TOPS. The model is available in the market starting at a price of 10,999 yuan. /events/5b5ccfe3d839.html /events/5b5ccfe3d839.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:19:18 +0800 On September 8, 2026, Honor announced that it would release MagicOS 11, the industry’s first operating system to achieve commercial implementation of the system-level Agent Harness architecture, on September 15. This version will be initially available on the Magic9 series of phones, integrating active services and automatic execution capabilities. It features powerful intention understanding and task decomposition functions, capable of executing hundreds of long-range tasks, supporting over a hundred types of service闭环 tools and more than 40 condition triggers. Currently, Honor has completed the development and testing of these functions and is actively promoting certification acquisition. After approval, this architecture will also support RobotPhone and Magic9 series products. Additionally, in October this year, Magic9 will start recruiting beta users for the AgenticOS preview version and pushing it out. /events/d05a410b45a7.html /events/d05a410b45a7.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:52:06 +0800 On September 9, OpenAI announced the official release of ChatGPT Images 2.5. This update aims to improve image generation efficiency and interaction experience. Key improvements include a 50% reduction in generation latency and the addition of a Sketch sketch function, allowing users to directly generate corresponding images by drawing sketches. The image generation model in this version has been used over 3 billion times on existing platforms and APIs. The new version also enhances multi-round instruction compliance, response speed, and accuracy in retaining the main elements of reference images. Two new model IDs have been added to the API: gpt-image-2.5-sunburst (for high-precision editing workflows) and gpt-image-2.5-flare (for fast, high-quality daily generation). Additionally, the official CLI tool openai_image.py has been updated to support the input of multiple reference images, along with relevant usage examples. /events/851262956076.html /events/851262956076.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On September 7, 2026, Xiaomi Pengcheng N90 Max was officially launched at a price of 269,900 yuan. The new vehicle is positioned as a seven-seater range-extended SUV, featuring a 2+2+3 seating layout. Its CLTC pure electric range is 464 km, with a comprehensive range of 1705 km. It is equipped with a dual-motor four-wheel drive system and Xiaomi HAD assisted driving system. However, in reports on September 9, the official responded to an accident during the test drive: the vehicle crashed into the greenbelt due to the test drivers accidentally stepping on the accelerator. Fortunately, no one was injured. /events/b104f0217faf.html /events/b104f0217faf.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:19:18 +0800 In September 2026, Xiaomi’s mid-folding phone achieved strong sales performance, with sales increasing by 310% compared to the previous generation of folding phones, drawing significant attention from the market. At the same time, global shipments of folding screen phones increased significantly year-on-year, mainly due to improvements in screen flexibility and durability technologies. Three major manufacturers—Huawei, Xiaomi, and Apple—are competing to enter this field: Huawei launched the Mate X5 series with its own Kirin chip and satellite communication function; Xiaomi focused on a lightweight design and long battery life with the MIX Fold series; Apple plans to introduce its first folding-screen iPhone in 2024, expected to feature innovative hinge technology. /events/8946a3e7d6c0.html /events/8946a3e7d6c0.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 Google announced that starting from today, the release cycle of the stable version of Chrome browser will be shortened to once every two weeks, compared to once a month before. This adjustment is aimed at adapting to the security landscape changed by artificial intelligence, improving security and the efficiency of feature delivery through more frequent updates. The new plan covers desktop, Android, and iOS platforms. The Dev and Canary channels will remain unchanged, while enterprise users will continue to receive updates every two months in the Extended Stable version. /events/72866eabc01a.html /events/72866eabc01a.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:28:42 +0800 On September 8, 2026, OpenAI confirmed that its ChatGPT platform experienced persistent failures. This incident caused the user’s image generation function to fail and led to delays in file uploads. Currently, OpenAI has initiated an internal investigation to determine the exact cause of the failures and resolve the related issues as soon as possible to restore normal service. /events/049a1e771a14.html /events/049a1e771a14.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:55:23 +0800 Apple plans to officially launch the foldable iPhone in 2020. Due to memory shortages and excessive costs, the starting price of this model has been raised from the original plan of $1,999 to $2,199, and the top-tier version may cost nearly $3,000. The product features a “short and wide” design, with an inner screen of about 7.8 inches and a 5.5-inch outer screen, aiming to create differentiation and ease of grip. To overcome challenges such as fold creases, hinge reliability, and flexible covers, Apple ultimately used a titanium-aluminum alloy hinge system and custom glass developed in collaboration with Corning. Although its durability and battery life are inferior to some competitors, Apple addresses these issues with its software ecosystem and industry-leading manufacturing quality. Wall Street expects sales of around 7 million to 10 million units this year, and IDC researchers believe it may become a symbol of high luxury in the Chinese market. /events/8920f2c0b650.html /events/8920f2c0b650.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:02:40 +0800 On September 8, Microsoft announced the launch of the Windows Age API for Windows 11, designed to allow applications to determine whether a user is a child, teenager, or adult without requiring the full date of birth. This API returns five age ranges through Microsoft Account: under 10 years old, 10–12 years old, 13–15 years old, 16–17 years old, and 18 years old or above. It includes three interfaces, and after invocation, applications only receive age-appropriate signals rather than sensitive personal data. The verification status is stored in the Microsoft Account to reduce the need for repeated operations. This solution aims to enable developers to incorporate protective measures during the initial product design phase, reducing the need for children and parents to manually configure security settings. Currently, this feature is available in Microsoft stores in Singapore, Brazil, and Australia. Microsoft stated that it will gradually roll out this feature based on local regulatory requirements. On the same day, Microsoft also released cumulative updates KB5124008 and KB5122880 for Windows 11 versions 25H2/24H2 and 23H2, aimed at fixing security vulnerabilities… /events/1a4c77ed97e0.html /events/1a4c77ed97e0.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On September 8, Sonos released an update for the Sonos 27 audio system through the Apple App Store, targeting S2 series devices. Key features of this update include the introduction of the Sonos 27mcp based on the Model Context Protocol, allowing users to directly control playback and sound settings on external platforms such as ChatGPT and Claude. The Portable Surrounds feature has been added, enabling two compatible portable speakers to be paired as rear surround speakers and featuring dynamic role restoration capabilities. The new app interface has been optimized, with sliding gestures and room fixation functions introduced to simplify operations. Additionally, the Headphone Linking feature is in beta testing, allowing direct audio connection between Sonos Ace Ultra headphones and nearby speakers. /events/83701206b59e.html /events/83701206b59e.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:06:56 +0800 On September 8, 2026, Tesla Cybercab, which provided Robotaxi services in Austin, Texas, was discovered by some passengers to have a hidden manual control function. Although the official documentation stated that the vehicle completely eliminated the steering wheel and pedals and could not be manually driven, a square virtual joystick interface and switch appeared in the lower left corner of the central display. This device included a toggle switch for manual mode, a virtual joystick, brake, and horn buttons, and could respond to touch controls in real time. However, tests showed that the vehicle did not move as a result, indicating that the system had a protection mechanism to prevent unauthorized activation of the motor. Previous verifiers had used this function to adjust the vehicle’s position, and a video released on the X platform recently confirmed the existence of this secret control mechanism. Currently, Tesla may use software updates to further lock down the developer menu to prevent passengers from accidentally accessing the internal control interface. /events/83d1058e189d.html /events/83d1058e189d.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:15:23 +0800 On September 8, 2026, the HPE Zerto team collaborated with AWS to deploy a proxy-based troubleshooting system driven by Amazon Bedrock in a local environment. This system serves as a Pod within the Zerto product, supporting natural language interaction, aiming to shorten the path to fault resolution, provide health alerts, and perform automated tasks to accelerate feature adoption. The architectural design focuses on security and governance (ensuring compliance through Guardrails), model flexibility, and operational integration, utilizing AWS services for observability and knowledge retrieval. This solution helped data protection and disaster recovery teams convert dispersed operational information into actionable insights, reducing manual context collection time and thereby supporting faster, more informed recovery decisions. On the same day, DiDi International Business Group (DiDi IBG) collaborated with Amazon to build an intelligent customer service quality inspection system on Amazon Bedrock, covering three major business lines in Spanish and Portuguese. The system includes… /events/90ca483cc95b.html /events/90ca483cc95b.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 Nvidia’s RTX 5090 graphics card experienced interface burnout during the testing of DLSS 5 technology. When user Erek ran “NBA 2K27” with this feature enabled, he observed GPU power consumption exceeding 600W, which exceeded MSI’s recommended rated power and normal range, indicating that DLSS 5 put significant pressure on the system. Previously, Nvidia introduced the 12V-2X6 interface to address the problem of interface burnout with 12VHPWR, but similar issues still occur. In response to this situation, Brazil-based hardware team TecLab presented the world’s first RTX 5090 modified card using the traditional 8pin power interface. This card operates by removing the native dual 16pin interface and shorting the Sense pins to deceive the hardware logic. Measurements showed that the graphics card’s peak current exceeded 60A, with a frequency of 3400MHz. The temperatures of the cables and solder joints remained controllable during continuous testing, proving that returning to the traditional interface technology is feasible. However, due to the large research and development costs already incurred by the manufacturer, the possibility of widespread adoption is low. /events/7d1617a7b89e.html /events/7d1617a7b89e.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:31:54 +0800 NVIDIA’s DLSS 5 technology has been applied to `NBA 2K27`, optimizing image details through AI-generated images. However, this version significantly increased the system load, placing higher demands on hardware performance. Some users believe that during the initial phase, the balance between the visual improvements brought by DLSS 5 and the additional power consumption was imbalanced, resulting in the technology may not provide sufficient value during the early stages. /events/9c004df169c6.html /events/9c004df169c6.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:36:46 +0800 Huawei recently launched a self-developed Wi-Fi 7+ chip-level collaboration technology support solution. Devices supported by this technology have been available in new products, and the phones equipped with this technology include the Mate XT Extraordinary Master series and the Pura X View series. /events/de9835f40e02.html /events/de9835f40e02.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 In response to the rumor that “BYD has an backlog of orders for flash-charging vehicles totaling 250,000 units,” BYD clarified in its investor relations report that this claim is false. BYD acknowledged that this year, due to limitations in battery production capacity, the flash-charging technology has become extremely popular. Previously, there were reports stating that there was an backlog of orders for vehicles supporting this technology, amounting to approximately 250,000 units, but BYD stated that it plans to achieve sufficient production capacity by the first quarter of 2027. Currently, BYD’s second-generation blade battery can charge from 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes, and from 10% to 97% in just 9 minutes. As of August 28, BYD had built 10,000 flash-charging stations, with the goal of establishing 20,000 by the end of the year. The existing 10,000 flash-charging stations are located in 332 cities, with 100% coverage in first- and second-tier cities. In core cities like Shenzhen and Shanghai, there is an average of one station every 3 kilometers. /events/975c9621089f.html /events/975c9621089f.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 The source, Aaron Perris, uncovered the tvOS 27 Beta code and the macOS 26.7 system code, revealing the hardware specifications of Apple’s 2026 Apple TV 4K (model AppleTV18,1). This device is expected to be equipped with an A19 or A19 Pro chip, with memory increased to 8GB or 12GB, designed to meet the requirements for running Apple Intelligence and Siri AI. The list of internal system applications now includes an entry for Siri AI under the code name “campo”. Additionally, the next-generation Apple TV 4K will come with an upgraded Siri Remote controller. /events/69857f3670cf.html /events/69857f3670cf.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:19:18 +0800 On September 9, 2026, a new batch of highway battery swapping stations jointly built by NIO Motors and Yunnan Transportation Investment Group (Yunnan Jiao Tou) was officially put into operation. These new facilities are located along several highways in Yunnan Province, aiming to improve the energy replenishment efficiency of new energy vehicles during long-distance trips. This cooperation not only expanded the coverage of the battery swapping network but also promoted the use of operational chat tools and mini-programs in smart transportation scenarios, providing car owners with more convenient guidance and experience for battery swapping. /events/43f3dff618db.html /events/43f3dff618db.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:45:54 +0800 The first exception to the general CarPlay ban: The 2027 Cadillac Lyriq supports Apple CarPlay. /events/3451a14f138a.html /events/3451a14f138a.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:30:53 +0800 On September 8 and 9, 2026, `Technology Media photorumors` exposed the Canon EOS R8 Mark II camera. This model will be officially released on September 15, 2026, with a price of approximately $1,799 in the US. The camera features a 24-megapixel sensor, equipped with up to 7.5-level image stabilization (IBIS) and sensor protection mechanisms. The native ISO range covers 100 to 102,400. The size and weight of the body are expected to be similar to the current EOS R8. It may adopt a mechanical-free shutter design, with an electronic shutter speed of up to 1/16,000 seconds and a continuous shooting speed of 40 frames per second. The autofocus system integrates Dual Pixel AF II and deep learning AI technology, supporting animal tracking and face registration. Video specifications include 6K super-sampling 4K, 4K/60p, and 1080/180p, and it supports Canon Log 3 and video pre-recording functions… /events/1d0d927c66df.html /events/1d0d927c66df.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:50:58 +0800 Termexo released two version updates on September 8, 2026. Version v0.8.2 mainly improved the issue of lag during multi-terminal input, added a 1M context and reasoning intensity configuration option, and optimized the response delay during continuous output as well as the startup recovery issues. Version v0.8.3 further optimized terminal input response and supported adding instructions mid-task. /events/8f64f9af7f05.html /events/8f64f9af7f05.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:19:18 +0800 On September 8, 2026, Xiaomi officially opened the beta test for the MiMo desktop client. This application is designed for real-world work scenarios, aiming to receive input in various formats and deliver highly reliable results directly. Its core functions include generating PPTs, interactive web pages, and 3D games. By breaking down tasks and using tools to handle complex requirements, it facilitates the transition of AI from simply answering questions to delivering specific results. Currently, this application is still in the beta test phase and has not been fully launched yet. /events/c933e6f70d32.html /events/c933e6f70d32.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:46:19 +0800 On September 9, 2026, Honor officially announced that the Magic9 series of smartphones will hold a launch event on September 28. According to TechWeb, the Pro Max version of this series emphasizes integrating “film projector” functions into the smartphone design to provide an excellent imaging experience. The official release date has been announced, and details about the subsequent products will be revealed at the launch event. /events/44cc8250c71e.html /events/44cc8250c71e.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0800 On September 9, 2026, China National Offshore Oil Corporation announced that the first expansion and adjustment well at the Enping 24-2 oil field, located approximately 200 kilometers southwest of Shenzhen in the Pearl River Estuary Basin, was successfully put into operation. This marked the official commissioning of China’s first oil and gas in-situ expansion platform for depths of up to 100 meters. The platform adopted the “old platform with new modules installed in situ” approach, accurately installing a new operating platform without affecting the existing production system or stopping operations. It added 12 new wellbore sections and supported the deployment of 16 adjustment wells, effectively solving the problems of saturation of existing platform locations and limited production capacity. Since its operation began in 2014, the Enping 24-2 oil field has produced over 12 million tons of crude oil. This technological achievement further improved China’s deep-water oil and gas development technology system, playing an important role in stabilizing oil and gas production and enhancing China’s energy self-sufficiency.