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• [New] In April scientists from the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation said they had developed a drone-mounted quantum sensor system that could track submarines with pinpoint accuracy. The Guardian
• [New] Predictive maintenance: By analyzing sensor data, AI will predict equipment failure, enabling manufacturers to reduce downtime by 25% (Deloitte). Rapidops
• [New] The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, slated for a 2025 release, will feature an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint reader, a significant upgrade from the optical sensor in its predecessor. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Continental reacts by previewing a radar-aided sidewall stress-monitor launching mid-2026, signaling a pivot to multi-sensor fusion rather than standalone TPMS. Mordor Intelligence
• [New] General Motors is recalling nearly 62,500 Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks because their brake pressure sensor assembly could potentially leak and pose a fire risk. Fox Business
• [New] One wild card: Starlink for IoT - SpaceX could release a tiny IoT terminal or module that reports sensor data. Bez Kabli
• [New] The first breakthrough to demonstrate the exploitation of Starlink signals of opportunity for PNT was achieved by tracking the carrier phase of one of Starlink's persistent signals (referred to as beacon). Inside GNSS - Global Navigation Satellite Systems Engin
• [New] As we move deeper into 2025, breakthroughs in sensor technology, AI, and material science are unlocking possibilities we could not imagine just a few years ago. The Business Legacy - Empowering Visionaries Building L
• [New] The CRUISE program, established by the DOD in partnership with Vector Atomic, will focus on developing quantum sensor-based inertial measurement units to provide a standalone navigation solution without relying on traditional GNSS susceptible to jamming and spoofing. GPS World
• [New] By 2025, nearly nine million Japanese residences will qualify as smart homes, thereby creating a vast launchpad for sensor-rich, service-oriented medical solutions. AstuteAnalytica India Pvt. Ltd.
• [New] Palantir is already integrating with autonomy platforms and could play a major role in fusing drone sensor data with other battlefield intelligence feeds. Sensei's Insights
• [New] In 2025, AI-powered forecasting tools utilize historical weather patterns, real-time sensor data, and satellite imagery to predict solar power generation with unprecedented accuracy. NenPower
• With further advances in scaling up production, enhancing power efficiency, integrating multi-sensor arrays, and developing compatible neuromorphic hardware, we anticipate transformative applications in healthcare technology, robotics, and environmental monitoring within the next decade. New Atlas
• A new breath-based sensor from researchers at Penn State could soon offer an easy, pain-free, quick way to diagnose diabetes. New Atlas
• Precisely locating the position of one atom could lead to something like the world's tiniest tape measure: new methods for measuring quantum distances and other ultra-precision sensor technologies. ScienceDaily
• The U.S. Space Force's secretive X-37B space plane is poised for its eighth mission, carrying an experimental quantum inertial sensor that could revolutionize navigation beyond traditional GPS systems. WebProNews
• The DJI Mini 5 Pro will boast a 1-inch sensor, LiDAR obstacle avoidance, and a 50-minute flight time - all under 249 g to evade strict regulations. Loyalty Drones
• By 2025, 5G-enabled sensor networks in mining could increase operational efficiency by up to 40%. Farmonaut
• Asia-Pacific will become increasingly important to global space operations as a result of increased investments in AI, data analytics, and sensor technology. Spherical Insights
• The 2025 BYD Han EV is anticipated to incorporate LiDAR from RoboSense (China), and both the BMW 7 Series and i7 are expected to feature a single LiDAR sensor from Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (Israel). Yahoo Finance
• A single forward-facing LiDAR sensor, which will be mandatory for certain Level 3 autonomy systems in 2025, requires a harness with at least 8 dedicated wires for power and high-speed data. AstuteAnalytica India Pvt. Ltd.
• Apple has upgraded the ultrawide camera, it's now a 48-megapixel sensor, which is going to greatly improve the ultrawide shots and macro photography on iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. Android Headlines

Last updated: 15 September 2025