Computex 2025 Day 1 round-up: Upcoming 2nm chipset steals the show, new AI laptops start arriving

India Today Tech is at Computex 2025, a place where the global tech community has gathered once again to showcase the future of innovation. Day 1 was packed with major announcements across AI, laptops, gaming, wearables, and automotive technology. Here's a quick round-up of everything buzzing in consumer tech and a little extra towards the end.advertisementMediaTek keynote: 2nm chip and automotive ambitionsThe day began with the big news with MediaTek CEO Rick Tsai delivering a keynote that set the tone for the event. The company officially announced its transition to 2nm chip manufacturing, promising major gains in performance and power efficiency across devices ranging from smartphones to edge computing hardware.MediaTek also revealed a significant shift in focus towards the automotive sector with the unveiling of the MediaTek Cockpit Auto Platform. This solution integrates advanced infotainment systems, voice control, and driver personalisation features, all powered by AI. A key moment came when NVIDIA's Jensen Huang joined Tsai on stage, confirming a strategic partnership. Together, the companies plan to develop a Superchip that combines MediaTek's automotive SoC expertise with NVIDIA's AI and GPU technology, aiming to power the next generation of smart vehicles.advertisement
Beyond the keynote, MediaTek's booth offered a closer look at the Cockpit Auto Platform, showing off features like voice-activated climate control, driver recognition via facial detection, and seamless integration with personal devices. The system feels ready for real-world deployment.Visitors also got a look at some of the on-device AI solutions that the Dimensity 9400 makes available. With native support for large language models exceeding 20 billion parameters, MediaTek is clearly betting on fully localised, on-device AI for next-generation smartphones.Acer: Sleek AI laptops and smart wearablesAcer presented a strong lineup, focusing on AI integration and portability. The Acer Swift X 14 has been introduced as a creator-friendly laptop featuring Intel Core Ultra processors and NVIDIA RTX 40-series graphics, all in a compact, lightweight form factor. The Swift Edge 14, meanwhile, is tailored for professionals, offering a premium OLED display and ultra-thin design.Acer also ventured into wearables with the debut of the Acer Smart Ring. This tiny, gesture-based controller lets users manage music, slideshows, and presentations with subtle hand movements. It's a fresh concept aimed at productivity enthusiasts.Another standout was the Acer AI TransBud, a real-time translation device that fits in the ear and supports over 50 languages. It uses on-device AI to deliver near-instant translations, making it ideal for travellers, business users, or multilingual meetings.
MSI: AI-powered portability and creator-focused hardwareMSI made a notable push into both handheld gaming and professional productivity. The new MSI Claw 8 AI is an upgraded version of its gaming handheld, now featuring a larger 8-inch display, improved cooling, and Intel's latest Core Ultra processors with integrated AI. Gamers can expect adaptive frame rate tuning and smarter battery usage.
On the business side, the Summit A16 has been introduced as a sleek 16-inch laptop with AI features like voice transcription, live meeting summaries, and enhanced privacy tools. Meanwhile, the VenturePro 16 AI is aimed at creators and engineers, offering a 4K display and powerful internal specs optimised for generative design and 3D modelling workflows.ASUS: Gaming heavyweights and a photography-focused ZenfoneASUS delivered a strong mix of gaming laptops and smartphones. The ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16 have been updated with AMD Ryzen AI 300-series processors, Mini LED displays, and redesigned magnesium alloy bodies. These machines continue to blur the line between creator laptops and portable gaming powerhouses.advertisementFor mobile gamers, the new ROG Phone 9 Pro has been showcased with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset and a 6,000mAh battery. It also features enhanced cooling, customisable RGB lighting, and dedicated gaming modes.
Completing ASUS's line-up at the Computex 2025 is the Zenfone 12 Ultra, a compact flagship with Leica-branded optics and advanced AI-driven photography tools. The device offers features like scene-aware enhancements and real-time image editing, aiming to cater to mobile photography enthusiasts.Other cool tech: Thermal vision and tactical innovationThe 'Cool Tech' zone at Computex 2025 featured some of the most intriguing concepts of the day. Sysgration Realwear introduced a head-mounted thermal camera, blending augmented reality with heat sensing. Designed for industrial workers, engineers, and emergency services, it allows real-time visual overlays while detecting thermal patterns in the environment.advertisementAlso turning heads was Thunder Fortis, which showcased AI-integrated tactical gear including thermal scopes, rugged smart glasses, and wearable sensors. Built for defence, security, and extreme use cases, these products represent a growing intersection of AI and real-world field technology.All in all, the Computex 2025 Day 1 demonstrated that the future of tech is not just faster or slimmer, but smarter and more adaptive. MediaTek's announcement of 2nm chips and its automotive focus made the biggest waves, but companies like Acer, MSI, and ASUS brought meaningful updates across categories.From AI-powered wearables and handheld consoles to thermal vision gear and advanced infotainment systems, the event's opening day has clearly shown that AI is becoming a foundation, not just a feature. Stay with India Today Tech for complete coverage as we bring you more updates from Taipei in the days ahead.

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