next-gen
adjective
: of or relating to a potential, forthcoming, or brand-new version of an existing product or technology : next-generation
next-gen medicines
Next-gen tactical lasers will likely be electrically-powered and diode-pumped, since chemical lasers require storage and transport of heavy ingredients.—
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Eric AdamsThose plans could include solar panels, modern heating and cooling systems, and next-gen tech to support a fleet of electric-powered buses.—Justin Engel
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With ethics, imagination and adaptability, next-gen systems will be able to empower people like never before.
—Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Tesla is exploring wireless charging solutions for its next-gen V4 Superchargers.
—Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
SpaceX lofted another batch of next-gen reconnaissance satellites for the U.S. government this morning (April 12).
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 12 Apr. 2025
In her opinion, today’s next-gen suite of avionics, along with more-reliable aircraft offering greater power and performance, have made flying safer, but the same can’t be universally said of the aviators.
—Julia Boatman, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2025
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Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Tesla is exploring wireless charging solutions for its next-gen V4 Superchargers.
—Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
SpaceX lofted another batch of next-gen reconnaissance satellites for the U.S. government this morning (April 12).
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 12 Apr. 2025
In her opinion, today’s next-gen suite of avionics, along with more-reliable aircraft offering greater power and performance, have made flying safer, but the same can’t be universally said of the aviators.
—Julia Boatman, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2025
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“Next-gen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-gen. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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