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Apple sued in China for not including free charger in box
Charger-gate continues
More than a year later, Apple’s controversial decision to remove the free chargers from its iPhone boxes still ripple throughout the industry. For one, other smartphone brands have started following suit. A good number of consumers are still unhappy with the new paradigm. In China, a group of students are suing Apple for not providing a free charger for their new iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Reported via Vice, one of the students purchased last year’s premium iPhone model. As expected, the box did not come with a free charger. However, according to the students’ case, the USB-C to Lightning cable from the box does not allow the student to charge using adapters available in the market today, supposedly going against Apple’s claims in their advertising.
Their case also hinges on a few other elements. One claims that other brands in the market offer customers a choice between a box with a charger and a charger-less one. Another claims that removing the free charger only serves as free advertisement for the new MagSafe system introduced last year.
Such charges aren’t new to Apple, though. Other consumers in other countries have levied similar charges against Apple in the past.
For their part, Apple has its own reasons for creating a slimmer box. The company’s biggest claim is that removing the charger contributes to Apple’s goal to go carbon neutral by 2030, further stating that everyone has additional chargers anyway.
Currently still unresolved, the Chinese students’ case asks Apple to give them a free charger for the new phone, to pay RMB 100 in fines for breaching contract, and to cover their legal fees.
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UGREEN launches new MagFlow and Nexode Pro charging accessories to Southeast Asia
Here to charge your multiple devices rapidly
UGREEN has finally introduced its new MagFlow and Nexode Pro charging accessories to Southeast Asia. These bring faster wireless charging, improved thermal management, and high-power multi-device charging
Nexode Pro 160W Charger + Retractable Cable
First in the list is UGREEN’s Nexode Pro 160W Charger with Retractable Cable.
This charging adapter offers up to a speedy 160W total output across four charging connections.
It has three USB-C outputs and one USB-A port, including a built-in 70cm retractable USB-C cable. The USB-C1 port and built-in cable support up to 140W, while USB-C2 supports up to 100W and USB-A reaches 22.5W.
Other features include a smart display, SmartCharge power distribution, GaNInfinity technology, Thermal Guard, OTA updates, and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity for app-based control.
MagFlow Pro 10,000mAh 25W Magnetic Power Bank
The MagFlow Pro packs a 10,000mAh battery with up to 25W Qi2 wireless charging and 45W USB-C output. Its standout feature is UGREEN’s CryoPulse liquid-cooling system, which uses a visible coolant window and multi-layer heat dissipation to help manage temperatures during wireless charging.
UGREEN says the system can reduce peak phone temperatures by up to 10°C compared to its industry benchmark in testing.
It also features a built-in 45W USB-C cable, USB-C port, charging status display, and 16+1 N52H magnets for a secure magnetic hold.
MagFlow 2-in-1 25W Foldable Wireless Charger
Lastly, the MagFlow 2-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Wireless Charger 25W combines a 25W Qi2 magnetic charging pad with a dedicated earbuds charging area.
It delivers up to 25W to an iPhone and 5W to earbuds, while its foldable design doubles as a phone stand. It also supports simultaneous wireless charging for a phone and AirPods.
The charger uses 17 N48H magnets for up to 11N of magnetic force and features Thermal Guard temperature monitoring. When folded, it measures 2.37 × 2.86 × 1.05 inches.
Pricing and Availability
As of today (September 30, 2026) all three products are available across major Southeast Asian markets.
Nexode Pro 160W + Retractable Cable
- Singapore = SG$ 140
- Malaysia = MYR 419
- Vietnam = VND 2,699,000
- Philippines = PhP 4,999
MagFlow Pro 25W 10,000mAh Magnetic Power Bank
- Singapore = SG$ 154
- Malaysia = MYR 479
- Vietnam = VND 3,690,000
- Philippines = PhP 6389
MagFlow 2-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Wireless Charger
- Singapore = SG$ 64.90
- Malaysia = MYR 189
- Thailand = THB 1990
- Vietnam = VND 1,419,000
- Philippines = PHP 2499
Accessories
Nothing launches the Headphone (1) Pro
The brand has also tapped BTS’s V to endorse the headphones.
If you’re a fan of the brand’s uniquely transparent aesthetic, Nothing has just given its iconic Nothing Headphone (1) a much-needed makeover with a new Pro version.
Today, Nothing launched the Headphone (1) Pro, an upgrade over last year’s successful launch. The new headphones sport a triple-driver design, which enhances the pair’s audio quality, ranging from a 40mm bass driver to an xMEMS driver for the treble. The Nothing X app also allows for a more advanced equalizer for users to finetune exactly what they’ll hear. The Pro even has a physical switch to turn off equalizer adjustments, so you can hear audio at its most natural. Besides that, it also allows for Spatial Audio, a setting that can simulate immersive listening as if you were in a concert hall or a live space.
Enhanced from the previous generation’s 42dB, the Headphone (1) Pro features active noise cancellation going up to 46dB using its 10-mic system.
As for design, the new Pro has a cleaner aesthetic that still accentuates the brand’s uniqueness. For one, the plastic has been replaced with glass. It’s also more comfortable with better padding for the band and the earcups. Finally, it’s a bit lighter, weighing only 327 grams.
If that’s not enough, Nothing has managed to tap BTS’s V to endorse the new headphones. “I’m excited to be part of this bold new chapter with Nothing. Headphone (1) Pro is a design grounded in creative expression, and I look forward to our journey together,” he said.
The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro will sell for US$ 399 and will be available starting September 29.
SEE ALSO: Nothing launches the Ear (3a)
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Hollyland announces LARK M3 for multi-camera, multi-person setups
Scalable wireless audio system configurable up to 4 transmitters, 4 receivers
Hollyland has announced the LARK M3, a flexible and scalable wireless audio system designed for multi-camera, multi-person productions.
Rather than functioning as a single wireless microphone, the LARK M3 can be a one-to-many or many-to-one audio system.
This way, it can capture group interviews, podcasts, multi-person content, and multi-camera shoots with a setup that easily adapts to the number of people and devices involved.
At the core of LARK M3 is its multi-transmitter and multi-receiver architecture. Up to four transmitters can connect to a single receiver. Each person can wear their own mic and be recorded independently.
Conversely, one transmitter can connect to up to four receivers simultaneously. A single speaker’s voice can be captured by multiple cameras or smartphones at once.
That flexibility extends into post-production through four-track independent recording. When paired with the hot shoe adapter, or by connecting a USB-C or Camera receiver to a computer, LARK M3 delivers four isolated audio tracks. This gives editors full control to adjust each speaker’s volume and sound separately.
Ultra-portable professional-grade audio
The LARK M3 pairs studio-level specs with an easy-to-use design. It can record at 48kHz/32-bit with a 70dB signal-to-noise ratio and 125dB max SPL.
The system uses Hollyland’s Hollyland’s proprietary HDT wireless technology to move audio data 50% faster for richer, clearer sound over distances of up to 300m.
AI noise cancellation can suppress wind, traffic, running water, and other background noise across three adjustable levels.
Custom voice tuning provides one-tap vocal enhancement for all transmitters, along with eight vocal presets. Each preset can be customized in the app as well.
Auto-Limit Clip Protection keeps volume levels stable across dynamic ranges, while a Primary/Secondary receiver setup is designed to prevent recording interruptions, meaning if the Primary RX drops out, a Secondary RX instantly takes over.
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