Recently, a new study revealed alarming trends regarding American teenagers' use of generative artificial intelligence (AI). With the rapid advancement of technology, many parents are increasingly anxious about how their children use smartphones, social media, and various screen devices. However, despite these concerns, teenagers' enthusiasm for generative AI continues to rise. Image source note: The image is generated by AI and authorized by service provider Midjourney. The survey shows that many high school students have already begun to frequently use various AI tools, which not only...

After several quarters of growth in shipments, the global smartphone market has finally emerged from its slump. This September, major brands are holding grand launch events; Apple has unveiled the highly anticipated iPhone 16, while Huawei has introduced the Mate XT. Meanwhile, Honor has made an appearance at the IFA in Berlin, announcing its entry into the 'autonomous driving era' with the industry's first AI Agent intelligent entity.

With Apple launching the AI-enabled iPhone 16 series, the AI smartphone market enters a new phase. Both major global smartphone operating systems have introduced AI smartphone products, offering consumers more choices. A Canalys report forecasts that the rapid development of AI technology will propel the mobile communication industry into a new era. By the end of 2024, approximately 16% of newly shipped smartphones will feature AI capabilities. The AI smartphone market is expected to exceed 1 billion units in cumulative shipments by 2026, driven primarily by advancements in chip technology and growing consumer demand.

Google is leveraging artificial intelligence technology to analyze sound data, aiming to predict and detect health issues early, particularly tuberculosis. In partnership with Indian startup Salcit Technologies, the plan is to integrate this innovative technology into smartphones for easier use in resource-limited areas. This method can assist in diagnosing health conditions through simple audio like cough sounds. Google's ongoing exploration in the health sector, including disease detection through olfactory technology, demonstrates its commitment to enhancing health management capabilities through technological means.

Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 7s Gen3 processor is designed to bring powerful AI capabilities to mid-range smartphones. It supports advanced language models such as Baichuan-7B and Llama2, with notable performance improvements: CPU, GPU, and AI performance enhanced by 20%, 40%, and 30%, respectively, while power consumption is reduced by 12%. This processor will be deployed in new devices by brands like Realme, Samsung, Sharp, and Xiaomi, marking a new upgrade in performance and AI applications in the mid-range smartphone market.

In collaboration with the International Olympic Committee and the Senegal National Olympic Committee, Intel has developed an AI platform that can monitor and evaluate athletes' performances using only smartphone cameras, identifying future Olympic talent. This platform analyzes video clips using computer vision to generate performance statistics, providing evaluators with the basis for talent discovery. In its initial application in Senegal, the platform analyzed over 1,000 children in six villages and identified 40 significantly talented athletes. The International Olympic Committee plans to launch a global project in 2025, leveraging AI technology to discover hidden talents.

Xiaomi recently announced that its intelligent assistant Xiao Ai's new large model version is undergoing a comprehensive upgrade, which will cover major product lines including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, smart speakers, and vehicles. The new version of Xiao Ai will introduce a series of innovative features, such as AI image editing and outdoor wake-up defense.

At the Samsung Mobile China New Product Launch on July 17th, Meitu Inc. and Samsung China announced an enhanced collaboration. Meitu's MiracleVision large model will provide "text-to-image wallpaper" and "doodle-to-image" functions for users of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 series phones. These features allow users to generate creative wallpapers that integrate artistic aesthetics by selecting themes, styles, and other keywords, or by using the S Pen to scribble on the panel and transform

The Motorola X50 Ultra is set to meet domestic users by the end of this month. It features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, offering powerful performance. The phone is equipped with a triple-camera setup, supporting 3x optical zoom to meet users' photography needs. Its design is more stylish, with the rear deco seamlessly integrated into the overall aesthetic, enhancing the feel in hand. The Motorola X50 Ultra places a strong emphasis on AI technology, collaborating with F1 technology partners, and is positioned as a premium product.

Samsung S24 series smartphone sales exceed 1 million units. AI smartphones are the trend of the future, with an estimated 40 million units expected to be shipped in 2024, increasing to 150 million by 2027. Multiple smartphone manufacturers are showcasing their determination in AI smartphones. AI technology is reshaping smartphones, but its short-term impact on performance is minimal.

2024 is hailed as the inaugural year of AI smartphones. Three major AI smartphone concept stocks have issued announcements warning of stock trading risks. Furong Technology provides aluminum middle frame structural components, Sixuan New Materials supplies thermal management materials, and Daoming Optics applies graphene heat dissipation films to products such as the OPPO Find N3 Flip foldable phone. Fund flow data from the Tiger List includes responses from Gongda Electric Sound, Tianjian Co., and Dalian Technology regarding AI smartphone-related business situations on their interaction platforms.

Deutsche Telekom showcased a fully AI-based smart concept phone at MWC 2024, planning to eliminate smartphone apps in the next 5-10 years. The AI Phone is developed in collaboration with Qualcomm and Brain.AI, powered by cloud-based artificial intelligence, discarding traditional app interfaces. The main goal of the AI Phone is to free users from the constraints of specific applications. Competition in the AI sector is fierce, and the significance of artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly prominent.

The smartphone will be launched on February 29 at 7 PM. It is equipped with an AI Dynamic Key for one-click access to the Aicy voice assistant 'Xiao Xi'. The Meizu 21 phone has introduced the stable version of the Flyme 10.5.0.1A system, with the voice assistant Xiao Xi now integrated with AI large models and supporting various AI functions. The phone's configuration includes a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, a 6.79-inch 2K OLED screen, and a battery that supports 80W wired fast charging, with prices starting from 5299 yuan.

Deutsche Telekom showcased a concept for a smartphone at MWC that may rely entirely on AI. This smartphone concept runs solely on artificial intelligence, and the CEO of Deutsche Telekom stated that applications will no longer be used in the future.

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The era of AI phones has arrived. In 2024, AI phones become the key phrase. Smartphone manufacturers are competing to develop AI phones. Consumers lack awareness of AI phones. AI technology is changing the future development of phones.

Apple CEO Cook announced during the earnings call that Apple will launch generative AI software features that will revolutionize the smartphone experience. The upcoming iOS 18 will be the largest update in the history of the operating system. Cook stated that Apple has invested significant time and effort in the field of artificial intelligence and is excited about the upcoming features. This move by Apple indicates that the company is increasing its investment in AI technology, planning to make it a core feature of its software platform. Apple has always been known for its spirit of innovation and pursuit of user experience, venturing into generative.

The smartphone industry has entered the era of AI large models, with chip manufacturers becoming key drivers. Mobile edge large models must tackle challenges of over 1 billion parameters, testing chip performance. MediaTek and Qualcomm have become the focus in the mobile chip sector, driving competition in AI capabilities. The slowing of Moore's Law has turned breaking performance bottlenecks into an innovative challenge for chip manufacturers. Smartphone users expect a more intelligent and personalized experience, fueling the demand for large model integration.

In 2024, it is expected that the number of smartphones equipped with edge AI computing capabilities will reach 60 million units. Compared to PCs, smartphones have the advantage of being early adopters in the application of AI algorithms. The most basic requirement for an AI smartphone is that the SoC includes dedicated units to accelerate AI tasks. Unlike other products, the large number of smartphone users is beneficial for the promotion of AI applications. The strong portability and diverse applications of smartphones are conducive to innovative applications of edge AI.

Generative AI smartphones will lead market trends, with Samsung taking the lead and Galaxy AI as a key product. Qualcomm is expected to dominate the chip market. The market share of generative AI smartphones is projected to reach 40%.