Today's tech highlights: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 set to debut next week, EU mandates smartphones to feature removable batteries.

Tech news for June 20 brings noteworthy updates: top executives ditching Vision Pro, EU regulation requires manufacturers to design phones with detachable batteries, comparison between 9 Pro and Redmi Note 12, Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chip, and pricing of Galaxy Watch6 series.

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EU mandates smartphone manufacturers to design devices with removable batteries

EU seems to be planning to reintroduce a feature long gone from today's smartphones: removable batteries for easy replacement.

Specifically, the European Parliament recently passed a new law focused on manufacturing, designing, and recycling all types of rechargeable batteries sold in the region. This new regulation will apply not only to electric vehicles but also to mobile device batteries like smartphones, tablets, etc. It will require manufacturers to make design changes allowing users to remove and replace batteries themselves.

These new regulations will come into effect by early 2027, but the EU may postpone this based on manufacturers' capabilities.

Apple executives opt out of Vision Pro despite its touted future breakthroughs

Despite numerous Apple Vision Pro ads, it's a fact that Apple executives refrain from wearing this device.

The Vision Pro augmented reality glasses can be considered a strategic product and a significant turning point for Apple in the near future. However, top tech news sites quickly discovered that Apple's CEOs didn't wear this product during its launch. What does that mean? Is Apple truly confident in its product? You'll find the answer in the article below.

Realme 9 Pro vs Redmi Note 12: Which is the ultimate 'national gaming phone' in the under 4 million VND segment?

Realme 9 Pro and Redmi Note 12 are both strong contenders in the budget smartphone segment, priced under 5 million VND. Both are equipped with performance that can meet users' needs effectively.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 is a newcomer recently launched with the Snapdragon 685 chipset, while Realme 9 Pro still uses the legendary mid-range Snapdragon 695 chipset. Rumor has it that both chipsets offer comparable performance, making it a headache for users to choose. So in today's article, let's compare and evaluate with Mytour to see which is the most powerful smartphone in the under 5 million VND segment.

Qualcomm to launch Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chip next week?

In November last year, Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip at the Tech Summit event. Recent reports suggest that the company is currently developing a boosted version of this chipset, rumored to be called Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2. Some flagships set to launch in July and August are expected to use Qualcomm's new premium SoC. Today, renowned leaker WHY LAB shared with us the timeline for the launch of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chip.

Latest leaks indicate that the enhanced SoC of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 might launch next week. If this happens, the first smartphone using this processor could debut in early July in China. So what are the specifications of this chipset? You'll find the answers in the article below.

Here are the prices of the upcoming Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic

If previous reports are accurate, the Galaxy Watch6 series is set to launch on July 27 along with the Galaxy Z 2023 and S9 series.

It's known that the designs of these smartwatches were leaked last weekend. Today, information about the prices of the Galaxy Watch6 series has also been shared.

Samsung plans to release the Galaxy Watch6 in two different sizes and colors. The 40mm model will come in Graphite and Cream, while the 44mm variant will feature Graphite or Silver finishes. Their prices will be revealed in the article below.