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We first elucidate the thermodynamics of interfacial heat localization and the resultant enhancement in evaporation efficiency. We then systematically analyze material innovation strategies\u2014including broadband-absorbing photothermal agents and tailored evaporator architectures\u2014designed to overcome persistent challenges such as salt crystallization, fouling, and thermal losses. Moving beyond freshwater production, we highlight emerging pathways for extending SIE platforms toward water\u2013energy cogeneration, selective resource recovery, and zero-liquid-discharge wastewater treatment. We further identify and objectively assess the key bottlenecks that currently hinder the transition from laboratory-scale prototypes to real-world deployment, with a focus on long-term material robustness under harsh environments, adaptability to fluctuating water chemistries, and techno-economic viability. Finally, we outline forward-looking research directions, including stimulus-responsive smart evaporators, elucidation of multi-field coupling mechanisms, and the establishment of standardized performance evaluation protocols. 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