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Apple iPhone 18 Pro / Ultra Dummy Models Leaked Again...
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The technology industry is experiencing a concentrated period of new product and technology releases, with multiple vendors choosing to showcase key products and strategic developments in early September. From leaked mockups of new iPhones from Apple and Huawei, to large model companies exploring new business models, to the launch of the world's first Wi-Fi 8 router, the market is exhibiting active, multi-front progress.
Apple's next-generation flagship phone lineup is once again drawing attention. Tech media outlet AppleInsider revealed photos of phone case mockups from a case manufacturer on September 4, showing design outlines for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the long-rumored first foldable phone, the iPhone Ultra. Another report from MacWorld suggests the iPhone Ultra may debut in Silver/White and Dark Blue color options, marking a significant foray by Apple into the foldable screen market.
Huawei has made new progress in screen technology. Blogger @DigitalChatStation revealed on September 5 that Huawei's upcoming new models will feature an OLED privacy screen utilizing independent RGB pixel driving. This technology is said to achieve privacy protection without significantly compromising display quality, offering a new solution for privacy protection on high-end smartphone screens.
The large model industry is actively exploring paths for commercialization. The Shanghai Securities News reported exclusively on September 5 that several domestic large model companies, including Kimi, MiniMax, and StepFun, are in talks with Tmall, planning to open official flagship stores on the platform in the future. This would allow them to directly sell Token subscription packages to consumers, signifying the extension of the "Model as a Service" business model into the retail sector.
The networking hardware sector is seeing an important update. The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 series router has begun sales in Canada, becoming the world's first consumer-grade Wi-Fi 8 router to hit the market. The product features a quad-band design, with the Pro version offering a total throughput of 30Gbps and dual 10-gigabit Ethernet ports. Although the Wi-Fi 8 standard is still in draft stage, ASUS states that existing Wi-Fi 7 devices can also experience performance improvements through this router, and the product is expected to launch globally in October.
In the field of artificial intelligence, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman apologized on social media on September 4 for the chaotic rollout of the GPT-6 Astra model, and officially launched the model for all Plus and Business users the following day. Meanwhile, Xiaomi announced it will release the Pad 9 Pro Max on September 7, which will be the first to run HyperOS 4, supporting productivity features like one-click mind map generation and up to six-way split-screen.
The automotive sector is also dynamic. BYD's Denza Z9S display cars have arrived at dealerships nationwide for pre-sales, with a pre-sale price range of 319,800 to 389,800 RMB. Geely debuted the Xingyue L PLUS, positioned as a mid-to-large flagship intelligent hybrid SUV, on September 5. Additionally, due to a temporary shortage of in-vehicle chips, the HarmonyOS cockpit has led to delivery delays for some S-series models of Huajing Automobile. The brand has publicly apologized and initiated a special supply assurance effort.
Ahead of Teacher's Day, the Ministry of Education launched the "China Teacher" mini-program, through which teachers can apply for electronic teacher certificates online and enjoy exclusive benefits in multiple fields. In international competitions, the Chinese team Zhang Xue Racing performed excellently in the 2026 WSBK French round's WorldSSP category, successfully securing the front row for the main race. These diverse pieces of news collectively outline the multi-dimensional competitive landscape of the current technology industry in terms of product, technology, and service innovation.
