A Major Shift in Smartwatches? OPPO Watch Enters the IoT Market

A Major Shift in Smartwatches? OPPO Watch Enters the IoT Market

“ OPPO is no longer just a mobile phone company; smartphones are merely a vehicle for OPPO to serve its users. In the future, not only OPPO but the entire industry will no longer have purely mobile phone companies.” If this statement came from a media commentary, some might think it is just a gimmick: … Read more

Choosing Between Smartwatches and Fitness Bands: 3000 Yuan or 300 Yuan?

Choosing Between Smartwatches and Fitness Bands: 3000 Yuan or 300 Yuan?

When the Apple Watch SE was released, many praised Apple’s conscience. This is because, apart from lacking blood oxygen monitoring and an always-on display, its features and design are almost identical to the flagship Apple Watch S6, yet it is priced 1000 Yuan lower. In fact, the well-reviewed and reasonably priced Apple Watch SE starts … Read more

Can Smartwatches Say Goodbye to Being ‘Beautiful Waste’ in 2024?

Can Smartwatches Say Goodbye to Being 'Beautiful Waste' in 2024?

Searching for “beautiful waste” on social media, smartwatches consistently rank high. They are expensive, and aside from their superficial “beauty,” they lack practical value, yet they provide significant emotional value, serving as a “digital treat” for contemporary youth. At first glance, “beautiful waste” seems like a derogatory term. However, upon closer inspection, it can be … Read more

Is Silence the Key? Don’t Make Me Educate Smart Homes Again

Is Silence the Key? Don't Make Me Educate Smart Homes Again

After a 90-minute workout, is that the most exhausting moment for Liu Genghong’s girls? No, it’s far from over. The hot and humid living room needs timely ventilation, which means opening windows or finding a dehumidifier, air purifier, or air conditioner, and pressing the start button for each. If smart appliances were installed at home, … Read more

NB-IoT: The Backbone of Future IoT or Just a Lost Cause?

NB-IoT: The Backbone of Future IoT or Just a Lost Cause?

Author: Qin Peng Published by the IoT Think Tank Please cite the source and origin Introduction Currently, NB can only serve as a supplementary means to meet specific application scenarios. There is no strong reason to achieve a nationwide NB network with no dead zones. 1. The Prosperity of NB In the eyes of many, … Read more

Why Are More and More Smartphones No Longer Supporting Memory Cards?

Why Are More and More Smartphones No Longer Supporting Memory Cards?

Historically, our smartphones have supported memory cards. However, since the release of Apple’s iPhone, an increasing number of smartphones, especially Android devices, have begun to drop support for memory cards. Why is this happening? There are many reasons, and let the editor of ROM Base explain them slowly. 1. The Design Trend of the Android … Read more

Industry Research | Applications of Virtual Reality Technology in the Automotive Industry

Industry Research | Applications of Virtual Reality Technology in the Automotive Industry

With the rapid development of electrification, connectivity, intelligence, and sharing in the automotive market, virtual reality (VR) technology has been widely applied in the automotive industry. Major manufacturers such as FAW, Changan, and Geely are actively laying out their VR strategies in the automotive field, continuously experimenting in areas such as VR reviews, VR scenarios, … Read more

Why Most People Struggle to Utilize AI: A Shift from Passive to Active Paradigms

Why Most People Struggle to Utilize AI: A Shift from Passive to Active Paradigms

The cover image is generated by Recraft. Click the original link to try this workflow. Current Observations Recently, while developing the AI workflow product “Vector Context,” I observed an interesting phenomenon. Although I have detailed the methods for using AI and provided hands-on guidance for writing prompts, very few colleagues have truly integrated AI into … Read more

Tmall Genie X1 Review: Unprecedented Low Barrier to Experience Smart Speakers

Tmall Genie X1 Review: Unprecedented Low Barrier to Experience Smart Speakers

Compared to smartphones as excellent carriers of the mobile internet era, every company involved in artificial intelligence must consider which product serves as the carrier of AI to reach consumers. Even IBM, which rarely interacts directly with ordinary consumers, has been advertising its Watson. Beyond smartphones, foreign tech giants are all seeking hardware carriers for … Read more

Reflections on Touchscreens: Are In-Car Touchscreens Safe?

Reflections on Touchscreens: Are In-Car Touchscreens Safe?

According to Global Market Insights, the global automotive display market is expected to double from the current $15 billion (€13.4 billion) to $30 billion (€26.7 billion) by 2025. Larger, more aesthetically pleasing, and increasingly multifunctional digital displays are becoming key features of modern automotive cockpits. Now, both drivers and passengers expect to enjoy displays similar … Read more