iPhone 17 helps Apple reclaim the smartphone crown after 14 years

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December 05, 2025

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Every day, I carve out a quiet moment to sift through the noise of the tech world—searching for the stories that genuinely matter. It’s a habit that started years ago, long before this newsletter existed, and now it’s something I look forward to sharing with you. Technology moves fast, but understanding it shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Here, I break down the latest shifts in AI, gadgets, and productivity so you can stay informed with ease. Ready to dive into today’s insights?

With the launch of the iPhone 17 series, Apple appears poised to retake its place as the world’s leading smartphone maker — an achievement not seen since 2011. Data from Counterpoint Research suggests 2025 iPhone shipments could grow by 10%, reaching roughly 255 million units and capturing about 19.4% of global market share. The strong consumer response — especially in major markets like China and the US — shows that demand for iPhone 17 models is significantly outperforming the previous generation. As smartphone buyers refresh devices and trade-in cycles accelerate, Apple may have found the sweet spot of price, performance, and timing. If this momentum holds, 2025 could mark the year Apple regains the crown after more than a decade.

I was unable to find verifiable public information on a product or service called “Nano Banana Pro” that generates study cards — either as a tech tool, app, or AI service. It’s possible this is a newly emerging startup, a niche educational tool under a non-English name, or simply a rumor circulating in social media or localized communities. Because there is no trace in major tech media, research databases, or app stores under this name, I can’t treat this as a confirmed development. For a newsletter dedicated to technology, listing such a story would risk spreading unverified claims. If this is a tool you are personally aware of (e.g. from a local language source), I can help you dig deeper — but as of now, this topic remains unsubstantiated.

This year’s Black Friday deals have made AirPods 4 one of the standout bargains — dropping to near-half their usual retail price. Major retailers are offering them for around US $69, marking the lowest price ever for a current-generation Apple earbud release. For those who want reliable wireless audio without paying premium-tier prices, this is one of the most compelling entry-level Apple audio deals we’ve seen. Given the breadth of Apple’s user base and the convenience of seamless device switching, this deal could draw in many first-time AirPods buyers or users upgrading from older models. If you’re in the market for wireless earbuds and prefer Apple’s ecosystem, now might be one of the best times of the year to grab them.

Despite browsing major tech sites, market analyses, and sales-performance databases, I found no trustworthy evidence that a device called iPhone Air suffered such sales failure — nor that the broader smartphone industry reacted by abandoning ultra-thin phone designs. It’s possible this claim originates from rumor threads, social media speculation, or mis-translations of limited sales reports. Without corroborating data — such as unit-sales numbers, official statements from manufacturers, or credible market-trend reports — it’s impossible to treat this as confirmed insight. For a credible newsletter, presenting this as fact would be premature. If you like, I can attempt a deeper search including non-English sources to try to find any trace of this narrative.

Among this year’s Black Friday deals, the Samsung SSD 9100 PRO stands out — it’s being offered at substantial discount prices, with some sellers advertising up to ~20% off plus free shipping for early buyers. As a PCIe 5.0x4 SSD with sequential read speeds up to 14,800 MB/s, it's a compelling option for power users, gamers, or content creators needing fast storage and high bandwidth. Given the growing demand for AI computing workloads, video editing, or large-file processing in workflows (like 3D-printing asset management or video rendering), this SSD could deliver significant performance gains. If you’re considering upgrading storage for a desktop or workstation, this deal makes the 9100 PRO a serious value proposition — but as always with Black Friday, stock moves fast, so timing is key.

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