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Light made a flip phone — it’s colorful and it’s cheap
The resurgence of the flip phone is here, and Light is leading the charge with a vibrant, accessible option. Co-founder Kaiwei Tang, a key figure in the original Motorola Razr, is surprised—and delighted—by this renewed interest. Light’s flip phone delivers a compelling combination of retro design and affordability, offering a refreshing alternative in today’s smartphone landscape. Explore a simpler, more pocketable experience—it’s a welcome return to a familiar form factor. For a broader perspective on luxury tech, see our review of Vertu's AI agent.
Does anyone else miss the old conference ecosystem? [D]
The research community is reflecting on a shift in the conference landscape. Many recall a time when established events like BMVC, ACCV, FG, ICIP, and ICASSP fostered vibrant, specialized communities—FG for face analysis, ICASSP for signal processing, and the others for consistently strong papers. Now, with submission numbers surging and review processes strained, concerns arise about potentially overlooked research.