BYD Battery Breakthrough, Windows 12 Rumors, and Consumer Tech Skepticism
From Tech Gumbo by Haggai Davis
March 16, 2026 · 22 min · Season 9 · Episode 618
About this episode
This episode covers BYD's new battery technology, rumors about Windows 12, and consumer skepticism towards new tech.
News and Updates: • BYD’s Next-Gen Battery: BYD revealed its second-generation Blade battery, featuring 5% higher energy density and significantly improved efficiency compared to the original lithium iron phosphate packs. • Windows 12 Speculation: Rumors suggest a late 2026 Windows 12 launch focused on AI and modular design, though experts remain skeptical of this aggressive release timeline. • Server 2016 Sunset: Microsoft announced that extended support for Windows Server 2016 ends January 2027, urging users to migrate to Azure or upgrade to Server 2025. • Deepfake Removal Tool: YouTube is piloting a likeness detection tool allowing politicians and journalists to request the removal of AI-generated deepfakes that use their faces. • The Upgrade Slowdown: A 2026 study reveals 73% of consumers now prioritize ”tech that works” and longevity over flashy new features or annual status-symbol upgrades.
People in this episode
Host: Haggai Davis
Topics covered
- battery technology
- operating systems
- consumer technology
- AI
- deepfake detection
- tech consumer behavior
Keywords
- BYD
- Blade battery
- Windows 12
- Microsoft
- deepfake removal
- consumer tech
- AI
- Server 2016
- tech upgrades
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BYD, Microsoft, Azure, YouTube
Products: Blade battery, Windows 12, Server 2025
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