Mobile World Congress Overview
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) is a big event where companies show off the latest mobile technology like smartphones, 5G, and artificial intelligence. It happens every year in Barcelona, Spain, and lots of people from the tech world come to see what’s new.
AI Integration
This year at MWC, there were a bunch of gadgets that used artificial intelligence (AI) to make them smarter. One cool example is the Honor Magic V2, which lets you control your device just by looking at it!
Top 10 Gadgets
Here are the top 10 gadgets that were showcased at MWC 2024:
HMD Barbie Phone
HMD, known for bringing back Nokia phones, had a successful year in 2023 and rebranded as ‘Human Mobile Devices.’ They now focus on budget Android and feature phones.
Motorola Debuts Smart Connect
Motorola introduced a bendable phone and Smart Connect, which lets you connect your phone to other devices wirelessly for better productivity.
OnePlus Watch 2
The OnePlus Watch 2 has a dual operating system and is great for things like navigation and music. It costs $300 and is available for preorder.
A Transparent Laptop from Lenovo
Lenovo showed off a transparent laptop called Project Crystal, which gives a peek into the future of laptop design. It has a see-through screen but might have privacy concerns.
Samsung Galaxy Ring
Samsung’s Galaxy ring is a smart ring that tracks health data and can make payments. It comes in different colors and sizes and will be released later this year.
Honor Magic V2
Honor showcased the Magic 6 Pro and Magic V2 RSR smartphones, which have cool AI features like eye-tracking technology. The Magic V2 RSR even lets you control a car with your eyes!
TCL’s NXTPaper 5G and Portable 5G Dongle
TCL introduced a new phone with a screen that looks like paper and a tablet with eye-friendly technology for productivity users.
ZTE 5G+AI Eyewear-free 3D Tablet
Nubia introduced the Nubia Flip, a foldable phone, and the Nubia Pad 3D II, a tablet that shows 3D content without glasses. Both have cool features and are priced affordable.
Xiaomi 14 Smartphone
Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, a flagship phone with a great display and durable design. They also announced other devices like tablets and smart bands.
Humane AI
The Humane AI pin is a wearable device that aims to reduce smartphone dependence. It’s designed to blend into your clothes and uses AI through voice and gestures. It focuses on privacy and costs $699.