- By Prateek Levi
- Fri, 26 Dec 2025 02:35 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Year-End Tech Wrap-Up 2025: The year 2025 has been a big year for tech, be it devices ranging from handhelds to VR sets or the gaming industry, and let's not forget artificial intelligence; a lot got announced. Some of the products were generic in the sense of the utility they provide, while others were a standout and unique.
From smartphones getting slimmer to budget laptops that are no longer just for basic use but capable of running heavy programmes and games, and wearables that have become even more personalised when it comes to health tracking, sleep tracking and other daily habits. This year was revolutionary, but some things stood out, so let's take a look at what was unique this year.
Mirumi Robot
In a completely different direction, Mirumi takes tech into an emotional and almost playful space. It’s a tiny clip-on robot that sits on your bag, jacket, or clothing and reacts to movements and surroundings with subtle gestures and expressions. The idea isn’t productivity or performance—it’s companionship, mood, and a soft layer of personality in everyday life.
Tri-Folds, Foldables Are Back
It seems like smartphone makers are not ready to quit on foldable smartphones, and this year is a testament to that, with Samsung dropping its Galaxy Z TriFold phone in the market. A new trend in the market has been set. Although its competitors in the Chinese market, like Huawei, already have a tri-fold in the market, it was a first by the Korean tech giant in India. Running on a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with a 200MP primary, 12MP ultrawide and 10MP telephoto lens, this new introduction is definitely shaking up the smartphone segment. Apart from that, it sports a big 10-inch display as well, with a 6.5-inch cover screen.
ROG Xbox Ally, Gaming Tech Taking Ceter Stage
Gaming tech is not far behind either; in fact, it's making greater strides as we move forward to the next year. This year's unique addition to gaming tech was the ROG Xbox Ally; this equipment bridges the gap between a computer, a laptop and a handheld gaming console seamlessly, but it doesn't come cheap either. Powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor, coupled with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, this thing can run your AAA titles and indie games seamlessly. Operating on Windows 11, it supports platforms like Xbox Game Pass, Steam, and Epic Games.
It has a 7-inch Full HD display which is touchscreen and comes with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness and AMD FreeSync support.
The Rollable Laptop Is Here
The rollable laptop space finally feels real with Lenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable — a device that almost looks like it bends the rules of what a laptop screen can be. At first glance, it works like a standard 14-inch OLED notebook, but tap a button and the display smoothly extends to 16.7 inches, giving you extra vertical room for multitasking, coding, timelines, or creative layouts. Inside, it runs on the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor with 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD storage, and an Intel AI Boost NPU. Add Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, fingerprint and face unlock, and you’re looking at a laptop built for professionals who want power, flexibility, and a futuristic workspace in one machine.
iPhone Air, Slim And Trim
Apple’s iPhone Air continues that pursuit of lightness and minimalism. It’s the thinnest and lightest iPhone yet — designed for users who want a premium device that almost disappears in the hand. A titanium frame keeps it sturdy but weightless, while the 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and A19 Pro chipset handle performance. The single 48MP rear camera and 18MP front camera support 4K recording, and the 3,149mAh battery comfortably powers a full day under light to moderate use.
Smart Glasses, Personal And Intuitive
AI smart glasses also push that same future-leaning narrative, but with a more functional edge. With an in-built camera, microphone, and AI processor, they let users recognise objects in real time, take calls, control music, and interact with information without pulling out a phone. They feel less like a gadget and more like an early glimpse of ambient computing.
Meta Neural Band, Next Era Of Technology?
Then there’s the Meta Neural Band — a device that feels like it belongs to the next era of human-computer interaction. Instead of touching a screen, it reads neural signals from the wrist and translates hand gestures into controls for computers and smart devices, hinting at a future where interaction becomes more instinctive than physical.
Vacuum Cleaner? Automation Redefined
And on the smart home side, the Roborock Saros Z70 vacuum cleaner pushes automation even further. With a movable, foldable robotic arm that can shift small objects like socks or towels before cleaning, plus AI mapping, LiDAR navigation, and full app control, it turns routine cleaning into something far more intelligent — and far more autonomous.
These are just a few of the unique things that got introduced this year. Now, as we move forward to the next year, with New Year just around the corner, there is a lot more to look out for, so stay with us as we get you the latest in tech.