Morning Brief

1. Xiaomi unveils the 2026 SU7 electric vehicle
2. Google announces Android source code will be updated twice a year
3. Dell launches the world’s first 52-inch 6K display
4. ASUS introduces the ProArt PZ14 2-in-1 laptop
5. Fujifilm releases the instax mini Evo Cinema
6. Corsair launches the Galleon 100 SD gaming keyboard
7. Micron releases the 3610 SSD
8. CowTransfer (奶牛快传) to officially shut down its service
9. WeChat Pay Pocket Money to introduce multi-parent mode

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Xiaomi unveils the 2026 SU7 electric vehicle

On January 7, Xiaomi founder Lei Jun shared partial details of the 2026 Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle on social media. Pricing is set at RMB 229,900 for the Standard version, RMB 259,900 for the Pro version, and RMB 309,900 for the Max version. The entire lineup comes standard with LiDAR, 700 TOPS of assisted-driving compute, 4D millimeter-wave radar, and Xiaomi HAD end-to-end assisted driving. Maximum range reaches up to 902 km, with upgrades across the interior, chassis, color options, and safety features.

The new Xiaomi SU7 is scheduled to go on sale in April. Buyers who have locked in orders for the previous SU7 but have not yet taken delivery will be able to upgrade to the new model. Source

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Google announces Android source code will be updated twice a year

On January 6, Google confirmed to the well-known outlet Android Authority that starting in 2026, the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) source code will be released on a fixed schedule in the second and fourth quarters each year.

The AOSP website has already notified developers of this change via an official announcement, recommending that development work shift to the android-latest-release branch. Google stated that this adjustment will help streamline development, reduce the burden of maintaining multiple branches, and improve the overall stability and security of the Android platform.

Google also emphasized that its level of support for AOSP has not been reduced. Instead, the new release cadence is intended to lay a more solid foundation for the Android ecosystem. Meanwhile, the existing security patch process will remain unchanged, with monthly updates continuing to be released on separate security branches for each version. Source

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Dell launches the world’s first 52-inch 6K display

At CES 2026, Dell unveiled the UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor, calling it the “world’s first 52-inch 6K display.” This ultra-wide curved screen features a 21:9 aspect ratio with a resolution of 6144×2560, a pixel density of 129 PPI, and support for refresh rates of up to 120Hz. It uses an IPS Black panel with a rated brightness of 400 nits, and includes an ambient light sensor to improve comfort during extended use.

Positioned as a “single-screen replacement for multiple monitors,” the display supports picture-in-picture and screen partitioning to connect up to four computers simultaneously, and includes built-in KVM functionality, allowing one keyboard and mouse to control multiple devices. As a Thunderbolt hub, it offers a comprehensive set of ports: one Thunderbolt 4 upstream port (providing up to 140W of power delivery), two HDMI 2.1 ports, two DisplayPort 1.4 ports, three USB-C upstream ports, multiple downstream USB-C and USB-A ports, and a 2.5Gbps Ethernet port.

The UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor is now available on Dell’s website, priced at USD 2,899 with a stand, or USD 2,799 without the stand. Source

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ASUS introduces the ProArt PZ14 2-in-1 laptop

At CES 2026, ASUS introduced the ProArt PZ14 (HT7407), a 2-in-1 laptop and tablet device designed for mobile creators.

The ProArt PZ14 features a CNC-machined unibody aluminum chassis with a built-in 75Wh battery, meeting MIL-STD-810H and IP52 standards. It measures 9 mm in thickness and weighs 0.79 kg. The device is powered by an 18-core Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite processor, paired with up to 32GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. It includes an 8MP front-facing IR camera and a 13MP rear camera, supports Wi-Fi 7, and offers dual USB4 ports along with an SD Express card reader.

The device uses a 14-inch Lumina Pro OLED touchscreen that carries both VESA DisplayHDR 1000 and True Black 1000 certifications. The panel has a resolution of 2800×1800, a 144Hz refresh rate, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, and color accuracy of ΔE < 1, along with an anti-reflective coating. It also comes bundled with an ASUS Pen 3.0 stylus compliant with the MPP 2.6 standard, as well as a Bluetooth keyboard featuring 1.7 mm key travel. Source

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Fujifilm releases the instax mini Evo Cinema

On January 7, Fujifilm announced the instax mini Evo Cinema, a hybrid instant camera. As a hybrid model, it allows users to shoot while viewing images on the camera’s display, select their favorite shots for printing, and apply a variety of effects to create a more immersive shooting experience.

In addition to capturing still photos, the camera can record videos of up to 15 seconds. The recorded video data can be converted into a QR code, allowing users to create content that can “carry” and share video.

The camera also introduces a new feature called the Eras Dial, offering filters that evoke different stylistic eras. Each filter can be adjusted across 10 intensity levels, resulting in a total of 100 possible visual effects.

The product features a vertical grip design inspired by Fujifilm’s FUJICA Single-8. It can shoot both video and still images, and also functions as a photo printer. The camera is scheduled to go on sale in Japan on January 30, 2026. Source

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Corsair launches the Galleon 100 SD gaming keyboard

At CES 2026, Corsair unveiled the Galleon 100 SD gaming keyboard. The keyboard features a wired design and integrates a 5-inch IPS display with a resolution of 720 × 1080. It includes two rotary dials and 12 screen-equipped keys, allowing users to control commonly used streaming and creator apps such as Spotify, Twitch, VTube Studio, and OBS without pausing gameplay.

In terms of specifications, the keyboard supports a polling rate of up to 8000Hz and comes standard with MLX Pulse switches. It supports hot-swappable upgrades and also features FLASHTAP SOCD opposite-direction registration, enabling players to execute dodge movements with greater precision and reliability.

However, the keyboard does not include a single unified control software. Users still need to install both CORSAIR WEB HUB and Stream Deck software to manage the keyboard and the control panel respectively. The Galleon 100 SD will go on sale on January 29, priced at USD 349.99. Source

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Micron releases the 3610 SSD

On January 7, Micron Technology introduced the 3610 SSD, designed specifically for ultra-thin laptops and fanless systems. The drive features PCIe 5.0 speeds, QLC (quad-level cell) NAND, and capacities of up to 4TB.

The 3610 SSD is built on Micron’s G9 QLC NAND technology and is claimed to deliver over a 40% improvement in performance per watt, with I/O performance reaching up to 1.6 million IOPS. It is aimed at meeting the demands of productivity workloads, streaming, gaming, and AI multitasking.

The drive offers sequential read speeds of up to 11,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 9,300 MB/s. The 3610 is the industry’s first client SSD to combine PCIe 5.0 with G9 QLC NAND. It is available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities, and supports M.2 2230, M.2 2242, and M.2 2280 form factors. The product is being sold to OEMs and partners. Source

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CowTransfer (奶牛快传) to officially shut down its service

On January 7, the CowTransfer team announced that after recent in-depth discussions and evaluations, they were ultimately unable to reach an agreement with the 123 Cloud Drive team, making it impossible to continue the service. As a result, CowTransfer will officially cease operations starting January 10, 2026.

At that time, all functions—including account login, file uploads and downloads, and access to historical transfer records—will no longer be available, and all server data will be cleared. Users who need to back up their data should complete downloads of important files before January 10 to avoid permanent data loss. Regarding membership refunds, users with active subscriptions can submit a request via the refund application link. Going forward, the team will focus its efforts on upgrading and innovating the “Gaoding Design” platform. Source

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WeChat Pay Pocket Money to introduce multi-parent mode

On January 6, Tenpay announced revisions to the rules governing the WeChat Pay Pocket Money feature, with the new rules set to take effect on February 4, 2026.

This update introduces the concept of a “multi-parent mode” for the first time, distinguishing between a “primary managing parent” and “co-managing parents.” Under the new rules, the primary managing parent can invite co-managing parents to join, allowing both parties to jointly manage a child’s pocket money. The revision also further refines the rules for pocket money red packet codes, specifying that they are “to be used exclusively for receiving funds in pocket money scenarios.” Source