September 2025: Key Tech and science Events
Jakarta – Throughout September 2025, numerous engaging events unfolded in the realms of technology and science. From the launch of the iPhone 17 to the quiet return of Jack Ma to Alibaba, the month was filled with importent developments.
Adding to the intrigue, a Gen Z movement in Nepal went viral for its unconventional method of choosing a prime minister – utilizing the gaming chat platform, Discord.
In the world of science, a lunar eclipse graced the early skies. Here’s a summary of the key events from September 2025, as reported by detikINET.
1. iPhone 17 Launched
This month, Apple unveiled the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. However, it was the iPhone Air that truly captured attention.
“Customers in more than 63 countries and territories, including Australia, canada, China, Colombia, France, Germany, india, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Turkey, the united Arab Emirates, the UK, the US and Vietnam, can order the iPhone Air starting at 5 a.m. PDT this Friday, September 12, and it will be available starting Friday, September 19. The iPhone Air will be available in 22 other countries and regions starting Friday, september 26,” Apple announced regarding the initial sales of the iPhone Air.
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iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. Photo: detikINET screenshot
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The iPhone Air’s design is considered a breakthrough, making it Apple’s thinnest phone ever at just 5.6 mm thick.
2. Gen Z Movement in Nepal
A Discord channel organized by Hami Nepal has gained global attention, boasting over 160,000 members.
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