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BBC News
2 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Moor Farm roundabout on A19 in Northumberland needs upgrade, MP says
Government money needs to be spent to improve two busy roundabouts which are "past breaking point" due to traffic congestion, an MP has Cramlington and Killingworth MP Emma Foody used a Westminster Hall debate to call for the junctions on the A19 at Moor Farm and Seaton Burn to be of Roads Minister Lillian Greenwood accepted that congestion and delays around the roundabouts "need to be addressed", but she did not commit to improving the said new road enhancements would be "considered" as part of the future road investment strategy, which will start from 1 April. Department for Transport (DfT) figures show between 2021 and 2024 there has been an 87% increase in delays through the northbound A19 section of Moor Farm in Northumberland and a 36% rise southbound, with an increase of 31% at Seaton Burn, North Tyneside. This has led to more delays on the A1 for traffic joining Seaton Burn roundabout, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS). Foody said businesses including Miller UK, Fergusons Transport, George Smith and Renolit UK had seen a negative effect due to delays on the roads."Right now the situation at Moor Farm and Seaton Burn acts as a blocker to growth, causing misery to residents and commuters and holding back investment," she said. Foody said earlier road investment strategies had seen upgrades made to roundabouts further south on the A19 at Silverlink and Tesco's."Surely, now is the time to finish the job and complete the junctions to the end of the A19 at Seaton Burn," she said."My area has seen significant housing developments in recent years. The result is that the roundabouts are past breaking point."Labour's Blyth and Ashington MP Ian Lavery joined the debate to say people were "frightened to use the Moor Farm roundabout" and claimed traffic would get worse once a large data centre is built in Cambois. In response, Greenwood said: "As part of last week's Spending Review, the government announced £24bn of capital funding between 2026 and 2030 to maintain and improve motorways and local roads across the country."That funding will allow National Highways and local authorities to deliver faster, safer and more reliable journeys. Already this year, north-east England has been provided with an extra £22m for local roads maintenance." Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
BBC News
05-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
A19 Castle Eden crash: Car driver dies in lorry collision
A car driver has died in an early morning crash with a victim's Land Rover and the truck collided on the A19 northbound near Castle Eden, County Durham, at 06:45 BST on from the scene show the damaged vehicle covered with a tarpaulin at the rear of a large lorry transporting two huge cylindrical family of the 42-year-old male driver, who was pronounced dead at the scene, have been notified and are receiving support, police said. Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
India Today
28-05-2025
- India Today
iPhone 17 Air battery and design details tipped in fresh leaks
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Air is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated devices in its 2025 line-up. Every other day, we see fresh leaks revealing new details about its ultra-slim design and specifications, which will complement this form factor. According to a new leak, the iPhone 17 Air will weigh between 145g and 150g, and will house a battery under 3,000mAh capacity. advertisementA new report by GSMArena suggests that the iPhone 17 Air will weigh 146g. This follows earlier reports which suggested that the slimmest Apple device could weigh 145g or 150g. If this is indeed the case, then Apple's slimmest flagship will be significantly lighter than Samsung's latest compact and lightest flagship – the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge which weighs 163g. To achieve this slim profile and feather-light weight, Apple is reportedly building the iPhone 17 Air using 7000-series aluminium for the frame instead of titanium, which is commonly found in premium devices. Aluminium will allow the frame to weigh around 25–30 grams. Breaking down the internal components, the report also suggests that the iPhone 17 Air will feature a 35g OLED display, a single 48-megapixel rear camera module weighing between 5–7g, and about 10–12g allocated to the A19 chip and logic board. An additional 10–12g will be occupied by the MagSafe system and various internal electronics, with a 15g glass back completing the structural the exact capacity remains unclear, the report further claims that the iPhone 17 Air could feature advanced silicon-carbon (Si/C) battery technology. This next-generation battery chemistry would likely allow the iPhone 17 Air to have improved energy density without increasing physical despite this, the battery capacity is still expected to remain under 3,000mAh—likely in the 2,800–2,900mAh range. Apple is also reportedly working on a dedicated battery case for users who may require extended power, though such an accessory might detract from the device's thin and lightweight the iPhone 17 Air is rumoured to feature a striking 5.5mm profile—making it slimmer compared to all modern Apple devices. The iPhone 17 Air is also said to feature a 6.6-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Always-On display support, and the now-standard Dynamic Island interface. These additions aim to balance sleek aesthetics with a premium user iPhone 17 Air is expected to launch alongside three other models: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. This year, Apple is rumoured to discontinue the Plus variant given the year-on-year drop in sales. The Air is expected to slot into the line-up at a price of around Rs 89,900 in India, as an option for users who want a slimmer device with flagship for the launch date, if Apple follows tradition, the iPhone 17 series will debut in the second or third week of September, with pre-orders starting shortly after the official announcement. Devices are likely to hit retail shelves within a week or two of launch.
India Today
07-05-2025
- India Today
iPhone 17 will likely launch in September and here is everything we know about it
The iPhone 17 might still be a few months away, but leaks and rumours have already given us a fair idea of what to expect. While the Pro and Air models are getting most of the attention, the standard iPhone 17 could also be in for some exciting changes. From a bigger screen (quite likely) to a faster chip and better cameras, Apple seems to be giving the standard model a meaningful upgrade this year. For starters, the iPhone 17 could come with a larger 6.3-inch display, up from 6.1 inches on the iPhone 16. This would put it on par with the iPhone 16 Pro in terms of size. If Apple decides to drop the Plus model and go with the 17 Air instead, this base model could become the perfect middle-ground option for those who want a slightly bigger phone without jumping to the Pro line. One of the biggest upgrades this year could be the introduction of 120Hz ProMotion displays across the entire iPhone 17 lineup. So far, Apple has kept this feature exclusive to the Pro models, but now even the standard iPhone 17 is expected to get an adaptive refresh rate — from 1Hz to 120Hz. All models are also expected to use LTPO OLED panels to keep battery efficiency in check. Under the hood, the iPhone 17 is likely to be powered by Apple's next-gen A19 chip, built on an enhanced 3nm process. While not as advanced as the A19 Pro (rumoured for the top-end Pro models), this new chip should still offer faster performance, better energy efficiency, and improved battery life compared to the A18 chip in the current generation. On the camera front, the iPhone 17 could finally bring a major upgrade to the front camera. Leaks suggest that the 12-megapixel selfie camera might be replaced with a new 24-megapixel sensor. There's even talk of Apple adding a mechanical aperture system, allowing users to control the amount of light entering the lens — a feature usually found on high-end professional cameras. Connectivity is another area where the iPhone 17 could see improvements. All models in the lineup are expected to support Wi-Fi 7, which brings faster speeds, reduced latency, and better overall performance, especially in crowded places. Bluetooth 5.3 is also expected to be standard, offering improved connectivity with wireless accessories. While Apple hasn't confirmed anything officially, these upgrades suggest that the standard iPhone 17 might be one of the most well-rounded base iPhones in years, especially if it manages to keep its price close to the iPhone 16. As for the other models in the iPhone 17 lineup — Apple is expected to launch four phones in total this year. Alongside the iPhone 17, there will likely be the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The iPhone 17 Air is said to be Apple's slimmest iPhone ever, possibly just 5.5mm thick, and could sit between the base and Pro models with a 6.6-inch display. The Pro and Pro Max, meanwhile, are expected to bring the most premium upgrades — including new camera designs, a 48-megapixel telephoto lens, and the A19 Pro chip. All models might get a fresh design, 120Hz screens, improved durability with anti-glare glass, and better overall performance.
Phone Arena
07-05-2025
- Phone Arena
iPhone 17 Battery and Charging: All expected changes
The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to launch in September 2025. Alongside the standard iPhone 17 , we're getting a new iPhone 17 Air (replacing the Plus), as well as the more premium iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max . While you won't see eye-popping 200W charging claims or battery capacities nearing 6,000mAh, Apple could introduce other small upgrades when it comes to the battery. From stacked battery tech and easier replacements to rumors of long-awaited reverse wireless charging and greater efficiency thanks to the A19 chip, there's a lot to look forward to under the hood. Here's everything we know so far about the battery life and charging experience across the iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max. Apple isn't expected to overhaul battery capacity in 2025. So you won't see any of those massive 5,000–6,000mAh cells you'd find on some Android phones coming from Chinese market. However, the real upgrades lie elsewhere... All iPhone 17 models are expected to use stacked battery technology, first introduced with the iPhone 15 series. Stacked cells are denser, more stable, and help extend battery life. Also, Apple's new electric adhesive will likely be used across the iPhone 17 lineup, making battery replacements much easier by weakening the adhesive with a small electric current. Chances are yes, especially for the Pro models. The standard iPhone 17 and the new iPhone 17 Air will likely use the new Apple A19 chip, while the Pro and Pro Max models will feature the A19 Pro. While it's not clear yet whether these will be 3nm or 2nm chips, even a refined 3nm chip could bring better energy efficiency. Add to that the rumored Wi-Fi 7 support, possibly more efficient custom Apple 5G modems, and new OLED M14 panels with lower power consumption across the lineup — and the iPhone 17 series could very well last longer on a single charge, even if battery sizes remain similar. These figures suggest small increases over the iPhone 16 series, but nothing drastic. The iPhone 17 Pro Max will almost surely once again lead the pack in terms of battery life, while the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will aim to trike a balance between compact size and an day's worth of battery life. There aren't any rumors of charging speed upgrades yet, but reverse wireless charging is finally expected to debut — at least on the Pro and Pro Max is reportedly testing 7.5W reverse wireless charging, which would allow you to charge accessories like AirPods or an Apple Watch using the back of your phone. No sign yet of Qi2 support, though. Apple remains conservative with fast charging, and the iPhone 17 series is unlikely to change that in a big way. So, in other words, expect peak wired charging speeds around 27–30W, depending on the model and charger. The current iPhone models took between 1 hour and 30 minutes and 1 hour and 40 minutes to charge from 0-100% during our charging tests, so expect similar times for the new models too. Yes, all iPhone 17 models will support wireless charging. Wireless charging will be up to 15W with MagSafe. Yes — at least on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, according to leaks. Apple is reportedly testing 7.5W reverse wireless charging, which would bring the iPhone in line with many Android flagships. This would be a first for Apple. No word yet on whether the iPhone 17 or 17 Air will support it, but it's more likely to remain exclusive to the Pro models. The entire iPhone 17 lineup will use USB-C with USB Power Delivery (USB PD), just like the iPhone 15 and 16. Apple's approach to charging is more open compared to some Android phones : You don't need a proprietary charger to get near-full charging speeds. High-quality third-party PD chargers (like those from Anker or Ugreen) will work just fine. Apple doesn't use any weird voltage profiles, unlike Xiaomi, OnePlus, or Motorola. In contrast: Xiaomi's HyperCharge, Motorola's TurboPower, Honor SuperCharge, and OnePlus/Vivo/Oppo VOOC rely on custom voltage and current profiles. You won't get full speed unless you use the original charger and cable. With iPhones, all you need is a solid USB PD charger and a USB-C to USB-C cable. No proprietary nonsense, just plug and go. Same goes for Samsung and Google. As usual, no charger is expected in the box — so if you're upgrading, make sure your charger supports at least 27W USB PD.
