Morning Brief

1. Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance unveils multiple vehicle models
2. Framework introduces a range of new products
3. Hisense launches the Xiaomo E5S TV series
4. Razer releases the Atlas Pro glass mousepad
5. SpaceX gains priority rights to acquire Cursor

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Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance unveils multiple vehicle models

On April 22, Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance held its spring launch event, unveiling several new and updated vehicle models.

Among them, the AITO M6 is positioned as a next-generation smart SUV, with a starting price of RMB 259,800. It comes standard with a 896-line LiDAR system, offers seven exterior color options and multiple interior configurations, and measures 4960×1985×1736 mm with a 2950 mm wheelbase and a drag coefficient of 0.239Cd.

Inside, the vehicle features newly designed ergonomic seats, with zero-gravity mode for the front row and ventilation, heating, and power adjustment for the second row, along with a 17.3-inch entertainment screen. The pure electric version is equipped with a 100 kWh battery pack, offering up to 760 km CLTC range, while the extended-range version delivers up to 1,605 km combined range. The entire lineup includes Huawei ADS 4.1 intelligent driving system, an advanced chassis system, and multiple structural safety designs, along with 35 storage compartments and a 202L front trunk. Source

The Z7 and Z7T were officially launched, with starting prices of RMB 219,800 and RMB 229,800, respectively. The new models offer various color, wheel, and interior combinations, measuring 5036×1976×1465 mm with a 3000 mm wheelbase. They feature a floating display, Harmony ALPS Health Cabin 2.0, and zero-gravity seats for both driver and passenger.

Both models are built on Huawei’s Whale 800V battery platform, offering single- and dual-motor configurations, with a top speed of 242 km/h and a maximum range of 905 km. They come standard with dual-path 896-line LiDAR and a full-dimension collision avoidance 4.0 system, supporting multi-scenario perception and obstacle avoidance. The trunk capacity can expand up to 1694L and is complemented by a front trunk and additional storage solutions. Source

The Zhijie V9 was announced for pre-orders at the spring launch event, with a starting price of RMB 399,800. Customers can place a RMB 5,000 deposit to receive a RMB 10,000 discount on the final payment.

This model is built on Huawei’s Tuling MPV platform, featuring a double-wishbone front suspension and H-arm multi-link rear suspension, with rear-wheel steering standard across all versions and a minimum turning radius of 5.35 meters. Inside, it includes a 12.3-inch instrument panel, dual 17.2-inch central displays, and a 21.4-inch ceiling-mounted screen, along with full-scenario NFC, acoustic glass, and independent audio zones. The second-row zero-gravity seats support multiple modes, and the cabin offers 52 storage spaces. The vehicle also features a constant-temperature smart refrigerator and an onboard oxygen generator with multi-zone adjustment.

In terms of safety, all models come standard with 13 airbags and reinforced structural designs. The first batch of display vehicles has already arrived at dealerships. Source

Further viewing: Early hands-on experience with Zhijie V9

The flagship luxury SUV AITO M9 has also officially opened for reservations, offering a standard version and an Ultimate extended version, with starting pre-sale prices of RMB 499,800 and RMB 669,800, respectively.

The standard version measures 5285/2026/1845 mm with a 3125 mm wheelbase, while the extended version measures 5402/2026/1845 mm with a 3236 mm wheelbase.

The new model offers 4-, 5-, and 6-seat configurations and supports a 360° cinematic viewing system. It is built on the latest Tuling fully active chassis platform, featuring a Gemini full-redundancy architecture with over 30 redundancy designs. The powertrain uses Huawei’s dual silicon carbide electric drive system, delivering over 900 horsepower, and debuts the Huawei Whale battery platform.

For intelligent driving, it is equipped with a six-LiDAR matrix and ADS 5 system, along with full-color smart light projection, Vehicle-to-Environment communication system 3.0, and integrated “space-ground-network” connectivity. Source

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Framework introduces a range of new products

On April 22, modular computer maker Framework unveiled several new hardware products.

The new Framework Laptop 13 Pro continues the company’s modular design philosophy, offering full Linux support (with a pre-installed Ubuntu option) and positioning itself as a “MacBook Pro for Linux users.” It is powered by third-generation Intel Core Ultra “Panther Lake” processors, with options including Ultra 5 325, Ultra X7 358H, and Ultra X9 388H (AMD Ryzen AI 300 is also available). The latter two Intel configurations support LPDDR5X only, and to maintain memory upgradability, Framework has introduced LPCAMM2 memory modules running at 7467 MT/s. The Laptop 13 Pro also features a PCIe Gen5 M.2 2280 SSD slot and a performance-optimized 13.5-inch 2880 × 1920 LTPS matte touchscreen with a 30–120Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB coverage, and up to 700 nits brightness. It comes with a full CNC aluminum chassis, a 1.5mm travel keyboard, a haptic touchpad, side-mounted Dolby Atmos speakers, a 74Wh battery rated for 1,000 cycles, and a 100W GaN power adapter. Pricing starts at $1,199 for the base configuration. Source

Another release is the OCuLink 8i development kit for the Framework Laptop 16. This kit converts PCIe Gen4 ×8 DGFF to a standard OCuLink 8i interface, enabling high-speed external PCIe devices (such as external GPUs) without the performance loss typically associated with protocols like Thunderbolt. As a result, the Framework Laptop 16 becomes the first laptop to support OCuLink 8i. The development kit includes an OCuLink adapter board, a graphics module base, and a PCIe OCuLink dock, allowing users to install various expansion cards and reuse existing Framework discrete GPU modules.

In addition, Framework previewed a wireless keyboard with an integrated touchpad, developed in collaboration with its long-term partner Lite-On. This device combines keyboard and cursor input in a single unit. The keyboard features a slim yet durable design, with a “transparent exploration” bottom panel. It offers 19mm key spacing and 1.5mm key travel, along with a 68.8 × 85.6 mm precision touchpad supporting multi-touch gestures. Powered by the Nordic nRF54LM20A controller and running open-source ZMK firmware, it supports USB-C wired connections as well as Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity for up to four devices. Source

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Hisense launches the Xiaomo E5S TV series

On April 22, Hisense unveiled the Xiaomo E5S series TVs, including the RGB Mini LED–focused Xiaomo E5S Pro and the upgraded Mini LED model Xiaomo E5S. Both models bring notable improvements in display, local dimming, anti-reflection, audio, and smart interaction capabilities.

Among them, the Xiaomo E5S Pro adopts RGB Mini LED display technology, supporting direct output of RGB primary colors. According to the company, it achieves 100% BT.2020 color gamut, 100% color purity, and 89% color volume, while reducing harmful blue light wavelengths by 42% at the source and lowering overall power consumption by 30%. The model is equipped with up to 4,680 local dimming zones, reaches XDR Pro brightness of 3000 nits, and features the Hi-View AI image processor, supporting 3D light-color control, natural halo optimization, and near-4K reconstruction for low-resolution content.

For the display, the Xiaomo E5S Pro uses the Ink Crystal Screen 2.0, with a reflectivity as low as 2.6%, supporting native 4K at 180Hz and a 330Hz interpolation mode, along with HDMI 2.1 support. The audio system is co-developed with Devialet, featuring a 2.1.2 channel setup with peak power of 165W and a built-in subwoofer. The Xiaomo E5S model, meanwhile, includes 1,560 local dimming zones and up to 4200 nits peak brightness, while also featuring the Ink Crystal Screen 2.0, Hi-View AI processor, Devialet audio, and native 4K 180Hz refresh rate.

In terms of pricing, the Xiaomo E5S Pro is priced (after subsidies) at RMB 4,499 for 55-inch, RMB 5,999 for 65-inch, RMB 7,799 for 75-inch, RMB 8,999 for 85-inch, and RMB 14,999 for 100-inch models. The Xiaomo E5S is priced (after subsidies) at RMB 3,999 for 55-inch, RMB 4,999 for 65-inch, RMB 6,499 for 75-inch, RMB 7,799 for 85-inch, and RMB 12,999 for 100-inch models. Both series are eligible for trade-in subsidies and launch-period benefits such as installation and warranty services. Source

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Razer releases the Atlas Pro glass mousepad

On April 22, Razer announced the Atlas Pro glass gaming mousepad. This product reduces the overall thickness of a glass mousepad to under 2mm for the first time, with the glass layer measuring 1.1mm. The Atlas Pro measures 500mm × 400mm, features a full anti-slip rubber base, and CNC-machined rounded edges. Its glass surface offers low friction, is coated with a dirt-resistant protective layer, and reaches a Mohs hardness of 9H. With 2μm micro-texture etching, it is optimized for precise tracking by optical mouse sensors. The product is priced at RMB 1,199. Source

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SpaceX gains priority rights to acquire Cursor

Recently, SpaceX, AI company xAI, and social platform X are preparing for a combined initial public offering (IPO), while also working closely with Cursor to build a world-class AI platform for coding and knowledge work. As part of the collaboration, Cursor will grant SpaceX the right to acquire the company later this year at a valuation of $60 billion, or alternatively receive $10 billion for continued cooperation. Source