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What’s New Today: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset launches November 26 in China, promising top-tier performance and adoption by multiple upcoming smartphones.
Fast-Track Insights: Lumia raised $7M to develop its tiny smart earrings that track real-time blood flow and key health metrics using advanced sensor technology.
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. Let's dive into the day's top tech stories, from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 launches, delivering strong performance for upcoming smartphones, to Pearl Academy reporting strong 2025 graduation outcomes.
Qualcomm announced that its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset will launch in China on November 26. Positioned just below the flagship 8 Elite Gen 5, the octa-core processor features two prime cores at 3.8 GHz and six performance cores at 3.32 GHz. With the Adreno 840 GPU and strong benchmark scores, the chipset promises high performance. Phones like the OnePlus Ace 6T, Vivo S50, and Redmi Turbo are expected to adopt it.
Lumia has raised $7 million to expand its smart earrings that measure real-time blood flow to the head. Built on six years of research with institutions like Johns Hopkins and Duke, the device helps users understand issues like fatigue and brain fog that standard wearables miss. The tiny, lightweight earring uses the PreciseLight sensor and SwitchBack system to track blood flow, sleep, temperature, and readiness, offering accurate, everyday health insights in a stylish form.
Pearl Academy held its 2025 convocation in Delhi, with more ceremonies scheduled across other campuses later this month. A total of 834 students graduated from more than 35 creative programs, and the academy reported an impressive 99 percent placement rate. Shivika Bhargava received this year’s Dr AKG Nair Award for her project blending mental health themes with artistic journaling. Recruiters from India and abroad participated, highlighting strong industry trust in the academy’s creative training.
Google Gemini offers a seamless solution for setting reminders and managing tasks across different devices, making daily planning easier. Users have the option to make one-off or repetitive tasks by means of easy-to-use instructions and can change them at any time through the Scheduled Actions menu. This functionality not only reduces the confusion caused by having multiple applications but also increases the productivity of work through prioritization powered by artificial intelligence. However, it is still necessary for a person to take care of the organization because of the mistakes made by the system, limited options for customization, and privacy issues.
Claude AI suggests a strong rebound for leading cryptocurrencies as 2025 ends. The model projects XRP could jump into the $5–$15 range, supported by recent legal wins and growing regulatory momentum. Solana may target $1,000 thanks to ETF-driven interest, network growth, and rising institutional activity. Dogecoin could finally cross the long-awaited $1 mark, backed by adoption from Tesla and major payment platforms. The article also highlights Maxi Doge, a fast-growing meme coin gaining early traction.
