
Silicon-carbon batteries are gaining significant momentum, with all Chinese brands utilizing the tech in their 2025 flagships. It's easy to see why manufacturers are rushing to use these batteries in their phones; switching to silicon provides better energy density — allowing brands to squeeze in bigger batteries — alongside increased durability, and it holds up much better in cold weather.

In Hardwired, AC Senior Editor Harish Jonnalagadda delves into all things hardware, including phones, audio products, storage servers, and networking gear.