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The upcoming iPhone 17 'Air' may not be as thin as initially planned due to technical challenges with developing a thinner battery substrate, according to rumors from Korea. Apple is reportedly reverting to existing battery technology, resulting in a device thickness similar to the iPhone 6. The iPhone 17 Air, expected to launch in 2025, will feature the A19 chip, a single rear camera, and a ProMotion display.
QuantumScape (NYSE:QS), an EV battery company, saw its stock surge over 40% after Volkswagen's PowerCo confirmed its solid-state lithium-metal battery passed a significant endurance test. Despite the positive news and backing from high-profile investors, the company remains speculative with a history of stock volatility and is still expected to incur losses in the near future. Analysts are cautious, with no current "buy" ratings, and the stock faces stiff competition in the EV battery sector. Investors are advised to be wary, as the recent stock rally may be influenced by a short squeeze and may not be sustainable.
QuantumScape's stock (QS) experienced a significant increase after Volkswagen's battery subsidiary PowerCo announced successful endurance test results for QuantumScape's solid-state battery (SSB). The 24-layer SSB surpassed expectations by completing over 1,000 charging cycles while retaining more than 95% capacity, indicating a potential for high-mileage electric vehicles with durable and quickly chargeable batteries. Despite the breakthrough, no timeline has been provided for the production or commercialization of the SSB, leaving investors anticipating further developments.
Hyundai has filed a patent in the US for a pressurized all-solid-state battery system for electric vehicles (EVs), aiming to enhance battery stability and energy density. The system maintains constant pressure in each cell to ensure stability during charging and discharging, potentially offering a lighter, safer, and more efficient alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Hyundai's move reflects its ambition to be a top EV producer by 2030, as it joins other automakers in the race to develop solid-state battery technology.