MWC 2026: The next generation of technology revealed
From AI wearables, foldables and robots to weird tech, the Mobile World Congress shows off plenty to look forward to
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Prices of smartphones, computers and home appliances could jump by 20% this year amid chip shortages
Manufacturers and analysts warn AI data centre build-out is crowding out market for semiconductors
A glimpse into a mobile future that may, or may not, happen
Artificial intelligence is everywhere this year at the Mobile World Congress where manufacturers show off their latest gadgets and inventions
Seven million charging stations and cheap electricity: Why EV sales in China are accelerating ahead of Europe
While subsidies, tax breaks, cheap loans and investment are driving EV sales in China, most of its carmakers are loss making
China’s smartphone maker Xiaomi unveils EVs even as Apple pivots
Weeks after the tech giant abandoned car project, Chinese tech company debuts model that out-accelerates Tesla and Porsche
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 3: An affordable smartwatch that doesn’t scrimp on features
Tech Tools: Impressive battery life and a host of health-monitoring measures in a high-gloss metal finish
Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro: High-tech wearable with usual health features
Device includes built-in five-system GPS, over 100 fitness modes and water resistance up to 5atm
Folding phones, funding and the metaverse on agenda at top telecoms jamboree
Connectivity seen as key to deliver the highway for out increasingly data-intense societies
Xiaomi Dreame Bot Pro: Great robotic vacuum cleaner that empties itself
Mopping function is not spectacular but robot will keep dirt levels under control
Tech Tools: Xiaomi unveils new flagship 12 Series
Chinese manufacturer’s smartphones come with a 50-megapixel rear camera
Western brands flee Russia in unravelling of ‘capitalistic diplomacy’
H&M, Nike, Volkswagen, Toyota and Apple among many brands curtailing services or operations
Android phones engage in ‘significant’ data collection and sharing
Academic study examining six different types of handsets raises privacy concerns
TikTok names ByteDance CFO Shouzi Chew as CEO
Vanessa Pappas, who has served as interim head named chief operating officer
H&M reports loss and vows to rebuild trust in China after backlash
Pledge comes as Western brands try to strike a balance between Chinese market and public opinion at home
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