No 2 nm, but still a great upgrade
Google Tensor G5 (codename “laguna”), likely to be the chip in next year’s Pixel 10 series, will be manufactured on TSMC’s 3 nm-class N3E — the same exact process node Apple uses for the iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro and its M4 chips. This is great news because it’s probably the best process node currently available and will definitely be a massive upgrade over Samsung’s 4 nm-class 4LPE node used in the Tensor G4, both in efficiency and performance.
Probably the more interesting part of this leak, however, is the fact that the 2026 Tensor G6 (codename “malibu”) will be manufactured on TSMC’s upcoming N3P node, the same one rumored to be used for Apple’s A19 chip.
Google Tensor G5 (codename “laguna”), likely to be the chip in next year’s Pixel 10 series, will be manufactured on TSMC’s 3 nm-class N3E — the same exact process node Apple uses for the iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro and its M4 chips. This is great news because it’s probably the best process node currently available and will definitely be a massive upgrade over Samsung’s 4 nm-class 4LPE node used in the Tensor G4, both in efficiency and performance.
Probably the more interesting part of this leak, however, is the fact that the 2026 Tensor G6 (codename “malibu”) will be manufactured on TSMC’s upcoming N3P node, the same one rumored to be used for Apple’s A19 chip.
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🏠 Home Charging: What’s on the Horizon?
Honda is developing a portable charging dock, likely inspired by its European CUV e platform, to enable at-home charging.
🔋 CUV e Dock Reference (European Model):
| Feature | Value |
|----------------------|--------------------------------|
| Battery Type | 2 × 1.3 kWh lithium-ion |
| Charging Power | 270W offboard charger |
| Charge Time (Full) | ~6 hours (0–100%) |
| Charge Time (Partial) | ~3 hours (25–75%) |
| Battery Weight | ~10.2 kg per module |
🇮🇳 Expected Indian Adaptation:
- Battery Specs: 2 × 1.5 kWh units (total 3 kWh), slightly larger than CUV e.
- Charging Approach: Users remove batteries and charge via a dock at home.
- Estimated Charging Time: ~6.5–7 hours for full charge due to higher capacity.
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🚧 Limitations & Challenges
❌ No Plug-in Port : Scooter lacks onboard charging option—must remove batteries to recharge
⚡ Safety Risks : Voltage instability in homes is a barrier; Honda cites it as a concern
📉 Storage Tradeoff : Battery placement compromises under-seat storage
💸 Subnoscription Costs : ₹800 to ₹2,358/month depending on plan; extra fees for swap overuse
Honda is developing a portable charging dock, likely inspired by its European CUV e platform, to enable at-home charging.
🔋 CUV e Dock Reference (European Model):
| Feature | Value |
|----------------------|--------------------------------|
| Battery Type | 2 × 1.3 kWh lithium-ion |
| Charging Power | 270W offboard charger |
| Charge Time (Full) | ~6 hours (0–100%) |
| Charge Time (Partial) | ~3 hours (25–75%) |
| Battery Weight | ~10.2 kg per module |
🇮🇳 Expected Indian Adaptation:
- Battery Specs: 2 × 1.5 kWh units (total 3 kWh), slightly larger than CUV e.
- Charging Approach: Users remove batteries and charge via a dock at home.
- Estimated Charging Time: ~6.5–7 hours for full charge due to higher capacity.
---
🚧 Limitations & Challenges
❌ No Plug-in Port : Scooter lacks onboard charging option—must remove batteries to recharge
⚡ Safety Risks : Voltage instability in homes is a barrier; Honda cites it as a concern
📉 Storage Tradeoff : Battery placement compromises under-seat storage
💸 Subnoscription Costs : ₹800 to ₹2,358/month depending on plan; extra fees for swap overuse