ASUS launches ROG Keris 2 Ace gaming mouse with 42000 DPI, 8K polling rate, triple connectivity & more

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Apr 1, 2024

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has launched its latest gaming mouse ROG Keris 2 Ace in the Chinese market. This feature-packed peripheral announced last month boasts an ultra-lightweight design, exceptional precision, and versatile connectivity options, making it a compelling choice for esports enthusiasts and hardcore gamers alike.

ASUS has officially opened pre-orders for the mouse available for 899 yuan ($124). Early buyers have the opportunity to receive a 100 yuan JD E-card cashback by leaving a review on JD.com.

ASUS ROG Keris 2 Ace Specifications:

ROG Keris 2 Ace features a ROG AimPoint Pro 42K optical sensor, delivering an industry-leading 42,000 DPI resolution and a maximum tracking speed of 750 IPS. This translates to incredibly precise tracking with minimal deviation (below 1%), ensuring your in-game actions are reflected with pinpoint accuracy. This precision is further enhanced by Glass Tracking Technology, allowing for accurate tracking across different surfaces.

The mouse also incorporates the ROG Polling Rate Accelerator, offering a polling rate of up to 8000 Hz in wired mode, which significantly reduces input latency to as low as 0.125 milliseconds. In wireless mode, it offers up to 4000 Hz polling rate. This ensures faster and more accurate responses during critical gaming moments, providing gamers with a competitive advantage.

The gaming mouse weighs only 54 grams, achieved through an eco-friendly bio-based nylon material and a meticulously designed PCB layout. This feathery weight minimizes fatigue during extended gaming sessions, allowing for quicker flicks and improved dexterity.

In terms of connectivity, the Keris 2 Ace supports triple connectivity options, including 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and wired modes. The mouse also features ROG’s Omni technology which enables multi-device pairing. This versatility allows gamers to choose the most suitable connection method for their gaming setup, whether they prefer wireless freedom or the reliability of a wired connection.

Furthermore, the mouse features SpeedNova Wireless Technology, which optimizes wireless transmission for lower latency and eliminates signal blocking, ensuring a smooth gaming experience even in environments with severe signal interference.

The mouse also boasts durable construction, featuring ROG Optical Mechanical Micro Switches with a lifespan of 100 million clicks, ensuring reliable performance even under intense gaming conditions.

With a battery life of up to 106 hours in 2.4GHz mode, the Keris 2 Ace offers long-lasting endurance, allowing gamers to enjoy extended gaming sessions without interruption.

Additionally, it includes practical features such as PBT Left/Right Buttons for a consistent clicking feel, ROG Textured Anti-slip Stickers for enhanced grip, and AuraSync RGB Synchronization for customizable lighting effects.

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Realme 12 Pro+ Killer Deal on Flipkart: Discount of up to Rs 5000

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2024

Back in January 2024, the Realme 12 Pro+ and Realme 12 Pro were officially unveiled in India. Now, the top end Pro Plus model is getting a killer deal on Flipkart. The Realme 12 Pro+ is getting a sizeable discount in the region, so let’s check it out.

Realme 12 Pro+ Amazing Deal via Flipkart

The Chinese brand is offering this discount on all three storage configurations. Although, the base 8GB + 128GB variant gets the best offer. The Realme 12 Pro+ has received an instant Rs 4,000 discount on Flipkart via HDFC, ICICI, Axis, and SBI Debit and Credit cards. Buyers can also avail an additional 1,000 INR discount. This means that the base model has an effective cost of 24,999 INR, down from 29,999 INR. For those interested, you can click here to check out this deal.

On the other hand, the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB versions are only getting a 3,000 INR discount via the ICICI, SBI, Axis, and HDFC bank debit and credit cards. In other words, their price tag is down to just 28,999 INR and 30,999 INR respectively. To recall, the Realme 12 Pro+ sports a tall 6.7-inch curved AMOLED display that offers Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and Full HD+ resolution.

Under the hood, it is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC that is paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The rear packs a 50-megapixel triple camera setup, while the front houses a 32-megapixel selfie shooter. A large 5,000mAh battery pack powers this device, which also supports 67W wired fast charging. Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, stereo speaker setup with Dolby Atmos support, Bluetooth 5.2, and the Android 14 OS based Realme UI 5 custom skin.

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Ryzen 7-powered Honor MagicBook X14/X16 Plus laptops go on sale starting from 4499 Yuan (~$622)

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Apr 1, 2024

Honor launched its MagicBook X14/X16 Plus laptops towards the end of March with productivity-enhancing AI features, alongside the Honor Magic 6 RSR Porsche Design and Honor Band 9 in China.

The MagicBook X14 Plus and X16 Plus laptops go on sale today in China with a starting price of 4499 Yuan and 4699 Yuan for the 14″ and 16″ laptops respectively. The launch prices start from 4699 Yuan and 4899 Yuan for the X14 Plus and X16 Plus laptops respectively.

Sale prices:

MagicBook X14 Plus –
16GB + 512GB: 4499 Yuan
32GB + 1TB: 4999 Yuan

MagicBook X16 Plus –
16GB + 512GB: 4699 Yuan
32GB + 1TB: 5199 Yuan

Both the 14″ and 16″ laptops come equipped with the Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and utilize its integrated Radeon 780M GPU. Both the laptops come with LPDDR5x memory and a performance mode that you can easily activate using Fn+P.

There are a few differences worth noting between the 14″ and 16″ laptops aside from the size itself.

The Honor MagicBook X14 Plus comes with a 2.8K (243 pixels per inch) IPS display with a matte anti-glare finish, 120Hz refresh rate, and 430 nits of peak brightness. In comparison, the MagicBook X16 Plus comes with a 2.5K (189 pixels per inch) panel.

The 16″ counterpart comes with a bigger 75W battery as compared to the 60W one of the 14″ laptop. As a result of the better cooling system, the 16″ laptop also reaches 45W TDP in performance mode as compared to the 40W of the small one. Although both of them support 65W charging. While the smaller counterpart takes 1.5 hours for a full charge, the larger one takes 2 hours for the same.

The MagicBook X14 Plus is also significantly lightweight as compared to the larger X16 Plus. The small one weighs 1.34kg, while the bigger MagicBook X16 Plus weighs 1.79kg.

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Huawei Watch Fit 3 gets one step closer to launch, Spotted in Malaysia

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2024

The Huawei Watch Fit 3 launch might be right around the corner. The device has just been spotted in Malaysia’s SIRIM certification platform, which hints that its release in the global market is near. So here are all the details.

Huawei Watch Fit 3 Certified in Malaysia

The Chinese tech giant’s new Watch Fit 3 was spotted on multiple certification databases. This includes Indonesia’s SDPPI and even China’s CQC platforms. Now, the Huawei Watch Fit 3 has been spotted on SIRIM in Malaysia. The upcoming smartwatch was spotted with the SLO-B19 model number in the previous listings, which has been confirmed with the latest SIRIM certification.

Although, the Watch Fit 3 was seen with two model numbers, namely SLO-B19 and SLO-B09. Based on what we know so far, the new smartwatch will support Bluetooth connectivity, display notifications, track your physical activities, and offer storage for audio files as well as playback functionality. Unfortunately, this is all the information we have at the moment and finer details like specs, features, pricing, and design are still unclear.

Previously, the Huawei Watch Fit 2 was unveiled back in 2022 with a rectangular 1.74-inch AMOLED display that offers a 336 PPI pixel density and 336 x 480 pixel resolution. It offers Always on Display and with a water resistant body. It supports Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and is powered by a 292mAh battery pack. In other words, we can expect a similar design with its successor, but with improved specifications. This is all the information we have right now, so stick around for more updates.

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Lenovo launches Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition with a paper-like display, quad speakers, and more

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Rajesh Regmi

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Apr 1, 2024

Lenovo has expanded its tablet offerings with the release of the Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition in China. The tablet places a significant emphasis on learning tools and features designed to make studying more comfortable and efficient. So let’s get into the details here.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition Launch Specs Price

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition Specifications

The Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition aims to provide a less strenuous viewing experience for users. It features a 12.7-inch “paper-like screen” with a resolution of 2944 x 1840.

The screen has an AG nanoscale engraving technology that is designed to reduce glare by up to 80%, making it easier on the eyes during extended study sessions.

Lenovo also says that the tablet has over 45,000 lessons pre-installed from well-known teachers across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Additionally, it includes helpful tools like a built-in question book and resources that cover multiple subjects. Parents will also find the remote control feature useful for monitoring their child’s tablet usage.

Under the hood, the tablet runs on an unspecified octa-core processor paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage space. It houses a large 10200 mAh battery, reportedly capable of 7.31 hours of continuous video playback.

The Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition measures approximately 293.37mm x 190.76mm x 6.9mm and weighs about 615g. Other notable features include Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, a 13-megapixel front camera, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos support, and facial recognition.

Price and Availability

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Plus Comfort Edition is priced at 1,399 yuan (~ $193) in China. The tablet was briefly available on JD.com however the listing has since been taken down. Those interested should keep an eye on Lenovo’s official channels for updates on availability.

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iQOO 12 and Neo 9 Series Smartphones Receive Wi-Fi 7 Support in China

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Rajesh Regmi

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Apr 1, 2024

iQOO, known for its high-performance smartphones, has just announced an upgrade for its latest devices. The company officially confirmed via Weibo that the iQOO 12 and iQOO Neo 9 series smartphones now support Wi-Fi 7 connectivity in China.

While the Chinese models will get this upgrade, there’s no word yet on whether global variants of these popular iQOO series will also gain Wi-Fi 7 support. We’ll have to await further announcements from iQOO to gain clarity on international availability.

Wi-Fi 7 delivers significantly faster speeds, reduced latency, and improved network capacity compared to older Wi-Fi standards. This translates to smoother online gaming, faster downloads, and more reliable connections in crowded environments.

iQOO 12 / Neo 9 Series Specifications

For those unfamiliar with the iQOO 12 and Neo 9 series, let’s recap their specifications.

The iQOO 12 devices boast the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, iQOO’s custom e-sports chip Q1, and the Adreno 750 GPU. They run Android 14-based OriginOS 4 for a streamlined user experience.

The iQOO 12 features a large 6.78-inch AMOLED display, while the 12 Pro offers a curved-edge screen. Both deliver high refresh rates and impressive resolution. Camera-wise, these phones sport versatile triple-camera setups with high-resolution main, ultrawide, and telephoto lenses.

The iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro also deliver excellent displays, supporting HDR10+ and 144Hz refresh rates. They offer a choice of processors, with the Neo 9 powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and the Neo 9 Pro featuring the Dimensity 9300 chipset. A dedicated gaming chip further boosts these devices’ performance.

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Get your hands on the Apple AirPods 2 for under Rs 7,500 on Flipkart

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2024

You can now score the Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) for a sweet deal on Flipkart. The popular e-retailer in India has listed the truly wireless earbuds with a discount that effectively brings its price tag to under 7,500 INR. So here’s everything you need to know.

Apple AirPods 2 Discount

As of right now, the Cupertino based giant’s AirPods 2 is on Flipkart for 8,499 INR (roughly 102 US Dollars). But there’s a bunch of deals going around at the moment.There is a 5 percent cashback on buyers that use the Flipkart Axis Bank Card. There is even a flat 1 percent discount on UPI transactions, while Debit and Credit holders get an additional 1,100 INR discount. This means that the Apple AirPods 2 costs 7,399 INR (roughly 89 US Dollars).

This is a great deal considering Apple slashed the price for the USB-C For those unaware, the non-pro AirPods are similar to the brand’s EarPods in terms of design. So they feature a semi-in-ear tips compared to the AirPod Pros silicone ear tips. These also lack the ANC functionality (Active Noise Cancellation). However, these arrive with Apple’s H1 headphone chipset that promises to offer crystal clear sound quality.

The AirPods (2nd Gen) can offer up to 3 hours of talk time and that can be further enhanced via the charging case. Other notable features include easy connection to Apple products, quick access to Siri, and tap functionality. These arrive with a 1 year warranty as well. So for those interested, you can click on this link here and check out this deal. Another amazing deal is for the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) which got to its lowest price ever in India.

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Huawei may launch 11 products this month, including the P70 series, laptop, cars and more

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Rajesh Regmi

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Apr 1, 2024

We’ve been keeping an eye on the buzz surrounding Huawei’s upcoming flagship smartphone launch, the P70 series. While initial leaks hinted at an April release, a new tip from Weibo tipster @UncleMountains suggests a much broader product rollout this month.

According to the leak, Huawei could have as many as 11 new products ready for release. These could include not just the P70 series, but also updated wearables, notebooks, tablets, earbuds, smart cars, and even smart home technology. The rumored list of products includes:

Huawei P70 Series smartphones
MateBook X Pro 2024 laptop
New Nova smartphone
FreeLace Pro 2 wireless earbuds
Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration Edition smartwatch
A new tablet device
New AITO M5 and Luxeed S7 smart car models
New smart whole-house technology
Smart Screen S5 (possible update to the Vision 3 SE)
New color options for the Watch GT 4 smartwatch
Smart Door Lock Plus

While many of these products have been talked about for a while, Huawei hasn’t officially confirmed the leak or announced a specific launch date. It’s unclear whether they’ll hold a big event or release these products gradually throughout April.

A leak from last month claimed that Huawei could launch the P70 series on April 2nd, but there’s been no confirmation from Huawei yet. It seems like that leak might have been false.

Also, it’s interesting to note that some products, such as the Smart Door Lock Plus, were rumored for earlier releases that didn’t materialize.

Now that April is here, we can expect Huawei to share official news soon, clearing up their launch plans and giving us a full picture of their new products. We’ll keep you updated on any new developments.

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Edifier launches G2 Pro eSports headset: 50mm titanium driver, 7.1 surround sound, RGB lighting & more

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Apr 1, 2024

Edifier has announced their latest HECATE G2 Pro eSports headset in the Chinese market, boasting Hi-Res certification and RGB lighting effects. The headset is currently priced at 279 yuan (around $39) as a launch promotion, with a regular price of 299 yuan (around $41).

The G2 Pro succeeds the HECATE G1 Pro, which was released last year in November. Edifier’s HECATE brand focuses on providing professional-grade equipment for gamers. Let’s check out the key specs of this headset.

Edifier HECATE G2 Pro Specifications:

The Edifier G2 Pro eSports headset is equipped with a 50mm titanium-plated driver and powered by the C-Media 6646 X1 chip. This combination delivers Hi-Res certified audio, supporting 32-bit/192kHz decoding and 192kHz/32-bit recording, and calls for clear and detailed sound reproduction. It boasts a sensitivity of 102dB and comes with a cable length of approximately 2.5 meters.

For gamers, the headset features the 7.1 surround sound feature, which provides positional audio cues for a more immersive gaming experience. This allows players to pinpoint the location of enemies and other sounds within the game world, giving them a competitive edge.

The Edifier G2 Pro features dual sound cards, enabling independent adjustment of game and voice chat volume. This ensures clear communication with teammates while also allowing players to customize their in-game audio experience. The headset also comes with a detachable omnidirectional microphone with noise reduction for clear voice communication.

The Edifier G2 Pro is designed for long gaming sessions with protein leather ear cushions and a lightweight design weighing only 270 grams. The headset also features RGB lighting effects with three preset modes, allowing users to personalize their setup. The headset is compatible with computers, laptops, PS4/PS5, and other devices, offering versatility to gamers.

The headset features an intuitive line control for easy operation, integrating switches for one-button 7.1 surround sound activation, dual sound card volume adjustment, microphone muting, and RGB lighting effects. This practical design ensures gamers can quickly adjust their audio settings without interrupting their gameplay.

To celebrate the launch of the Edifier G2 Pro, the company is running a special event from March 27 to April 12, 2024. Customers who purchase the headset can participate in a draw to win a chance to win an EDG Fearless Contract, 1000 Jingdong Beans, or autographed photos of popular gamers like Haodong and Smoggy.

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LG drops new UltraGear gaming monitors, Stunning 4K OLED display for ultimate immersion!

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2024

LG has just started rolling out a bunch of new gaming monitors from its popular UltraGear series. The new monitors were first unveiled back in CES 2024 for gamers and include 5 UltraGear models that feature notable specs like an OLED display and 4K resolution. So here’s everything you need to know.

LG UltraGear 4K OLED Gaming Monitors Go on Sale

The South Korean brand previously unveiled the 32GS95UE OLED Gaming Monitor as one of its flagship models back in March 2024, while the UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE monitor was launched back in February 2024. Both of these models were announced in the US and Canadian markets. Now, the company has released these two monitors along with three others in its home market. To recall, the 32GS95UE is the world’s first monitor certified by CESA for ‘dual mode’. This basically means that it can switch between an ultra high 480Hz refresh rate at Full HD resolution and Ultra High Definition mode with 4K resolution at 240Hz refresh rate.

It is also the first model to adopt LG’s Pixel Sound Technology by projecting sound directly from the display through vibrating film components built into the monitor. Other notable features include a tall 32-inch screen, 0.03ms response time, anti-glare, and low-reflection. LG has kicked off sale for the curved OLED gaming monitors as well, which are the 34/39GS95QE models. These offer WQHD resolution with an 800R curvature and 21:9 aspect ratio. Lastly, there is a massive 45-inch OLED monitor and a 27-inch OLED monitor that round up this list.

LG UltraGear OLED 4K gaming monitor — 39GS95QE

Pricing and Availability

All of these new gaming monitors will be available for purchase via LG’s official online website in South Korea. First sale of these devices kicks off next week, starting on April 8. So let’s have a look at their pricing:

32GS95UE – 1.99 million won (roughly 1,477 US Dollars)
27GS95QE – 1.49 million won (roughly 1,105 US Dollars)
34GS95QE – 1.89 million won (roughly 1,400 US Dollars)
39GS95QE – 2.39 million won (roughly 1,773 US Dollars)
45GS96QB – 2.59 million won (roughly 1,920 US Dollars)

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Xiaomi partners with PANDA FACTORY for adorable Civi 4 Pro gift box

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Rajesh Regmi

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Apr 1, 2024

Xiaomi has announced a collaboration with PANDA FACTORY to release a limited edition gift box themed around the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro (review) smartphone. This gift box will not include the phone itself, but it does feature several themed accessories.

This Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro gift box will include a Kona leather panda bag and a panda-themed phone case for stylish protection. Additionally, the box contains a Papa Panda data cable, along with decorative stickers and badges.

Xiaomi has not yet disclosed pricing details or a specific release timeframe for this special gift box.

The Xiaomi Civi line of smartphones is known for its stylish designs and focus on selfie camera capabilities. These devices often target a younger, fashion-conscious audience, and Xiaomi often creates limited editions in collaboration with various brands

For instance, Xiaomi launched the Civi 3 Disney Strawberry Bear limited edition and a limited Civi 3 Mickey Edition last year. The recent PANDA FACTORY collaboration continues this trend.

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro Specifications

The Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro features a sleek design with refined details like a rounded camera module and curved display.

Its 6.55-inch screen boasts a 2750 x 1236 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, DCI-P3 color gamut, and a peak brightness of 3000 nits for excellent visual clarity. There’s also HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for enhanced viewing and protection.

At its core, the Civi 4 Pro delivers flagship performance with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, up to 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage. A 4700mAh battery with 67W fast charging keeps you powered up, while a large vapor chamber cooling system prevents overheating.

The Civi 4 Pro has a rear camera setup that includes a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP portrait/telephoto lens, and a 12MP ultrawide. The front boasts a dual 32MP setup with a main sensor featuring autofocus and a 32MP ultrawide lens in its pill-shaped cutout.

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Nubia Teaser: AI powered smartphones to usher in a new era next week

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2024

Just a couple of days ago, ZTE Corporation teased that its next generation of smartphones would focus on AI capabilities. The company believes that Artificial Intelligence is the step forward, and now, we finally have an official date for the announcement of these new AI powered Nubia phones.

Nubia AI Smartphones to be showcased on April 9

The Chinese tech giant revealed earlier today (1st April 2024) that it will “open a new era” with these new announcements on April 9. During this launch event, the brand is expected to unveil AI powered products, which will include the upcoming Nubia AI phones. The official Nubia Weibo account also shared a teaser, which hints at AIs integration into society and how it is time for this proprietary tech to come under the spotlight.

ZTE previously announced that it would keep up with the ongoing AI wave and bring this technology to its upcoming smartphones as well. So now, a bunch of new Nubia AI smartphones are set to be unveiled next week. This lineup will also have its first ever AI flagship phone, which is expected to be released in the middle of this year.

The company is planning to have the ZTE Nebula OS integrate AI to offer a unified AI platform along with large model integration, big data, 3D technology, and more to improve not just performance but imaging and security as well. Unfortunately, finer details regarding these devices are still at large so stay tuned for more as we will be covering the launch event.

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Realme 12 Pro series is now receiving AIGC Photo Editing feature with an OTA update

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Debasish

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Apr 1, 2024

Realme launched the realme 12 Pro series back in January this year with a design inspired by luxury watches. Today, on April 1st, the company has launched its “AIGC Elimination” feature for the series, which will be rolled out through OTA updates gradually.

With a few clicks, it eliminated unwanted objects or people from images

To use this feature, you just need to go to “AIGC Elimination” inside the editing option and circle the object that you want to remove from an image. The AI powered system will automatically recognize and remove the object. Realme says that this AI feature has already started rolling out in the US and Japan.

The full form of AIGC is Artificial Intelligence Generative Content, which means this functionality utilizes an image model to power the feature. However, the company has not mentioned any further details about it such as whether this feature runs on the device or uses an online server.

The difference is that the phone will need to be connected to the internet in order to use the feature if the image model runs on the server side. Notably, the Realme GT5 Pro already has this AIGC feature.

The realme 12 Pro series comes in two different models – the realme 12 Pro and the realme 12 Pro Plus. Both of the models come with a 6.7-inch 1080p panel, a 50 MP triple rear camera setup, curved front and back design, and IP65 dust and water resistance. While the realme 12 Pro offers a 32 MP 2x telephoto, the 12 Pro Plus boasts a 64 MP telephoto with a longer 3x optical zoom.

The realme 12 Pro and the realme 12 Pro Plus are priced around $313 and $356 respectively for 8GB + 128GB variant.

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Samsung sets sights on $100 billion market: 3D DRAM poised for explosive growth

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Apr 1, 2024

Samsung Electronics has set its sights on becoming the frontrunner in the emerging field of 3D DRAM memory, according to a report from Semiconductor Engineering. This announcement, made at the Memcon 2024 conference, highlights the company’s strategic move to address the limitations of traditional memory designs as the industry pushes towards even smaller chip sizes.

Samsung Unveils 3D DRAM Technology for Next-Generation Memory Solutions

With DRAM line widths expected to dip below 10nm in the latter half of this decade, current memory architectures are nearing their scaling limits. This has spurred the exploration of innovative solutions like 3D DRAM, which promises significant benefits in terms of capacity and footprint reduction.

At Memcon 2024, Samsung showcased two key technologies for 3D DRAM: Vertical Channel Transistors and Stacked DRAM. Vertical Channel Transistors represent a fundamental shift in transistor design. By turning the current flow channel from horizontal to vertical, Samsung aims to significantly reduce the transistor’s footprint. However, this approach also demands much higher precision in the etching process.

Stacked DRAM, on the other hand, focuses on maximizing space utilization. Unlike traditional 2D DRAM that utilizes only the horizontal plane, Stacked DRAM leverages the vertical dimension (z-axis) to stack multiple layers of memory cells within a single chip. This innovative approach has the potential to boost single-chip capacity to over 100GB, a substantial leap compared to current limitations.

These developments in 3D DRAM technology are part of Samsung’s long-term roadmap to enhance memory capabilities for various applications, including data centers, consumer electronics, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and 5G networks.

The market for 3D DRAM is projected to reach a staggering $100 billion by 2028. To solidify its lead in this race, Samsung has taken proactive steps by establishing a dedicated 3D DRAM research lab in Silicon Valley earlier this year. This strategic move positions them to attract top talent and accelerate their research and development efforts. Samsung is also exploring MUF Technology to manufacture next-generation DRAM for servers.

Samsung’s ambitions in 3D DRAM mark a significant push towards a new era of memory technology. If successful, this innovation could pave the way for even more powerful and compact electronic devices in the years to come. The competition in this space is sure to intensify as other major memory manufacturers scramble to catch up. However, with its head start and commitment to research, Samsung appears well-positioned to claim the crown in the 3D DRAM revolution.

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Upcoming Vivo V2354A, V2353A, V2353DA phones receive 3C certification in China

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2024

In the previous month, Vivo announced a couple of new devices, such as the Vivo X Fold 3 series of smartphones and the Vivo Pad 3 Pro tablet in China. Rumors suggest that the brand intends to introduce the Vivo X100s, the Vivo X100s Pro, the Vivo X100 Ultra, and the Vivo Pad 3 tablet in the current quarter of this year. A couple of new phones from the brand have received approval from the 3C certification platform in China.

Vivo V2354A, V2353A, V2353DA phones in the works

As can be seen in the above screenshot, three upcoming Vivo phones with model numbers Vivo V2353A, V2353DA, and V2354A have been approved by Chian’s 3C authority. All three are 5G-enabled smartphones that may ship with a V4440L0A0-CN / V4440L0E0-CN charger, which supports up to 44W fast charging.

Hence, it appears that V2353A, V2353DA, and V2354A could be mid-range phones belonging to the same series. It looks like these phones may end up as Y-series smartphones. The other specifications of these smartphones are currently under wraps.

In related news, Vivo’s sub-brand is said to announce as many as four new devices this month in China. These include the iQOO Z9x, Z9, Z9 Turbo, and the iQOO Pad 2 tablet. Reports indicate that the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, and Snapdragon 8+ Gen 3 chipsets, respectively, will power the three Z9 series of phones.

Reports claim that the iQOO Pad 2 tablet is a rebranded version of the Dimensity 9300-powered Vivo Pad 3 Pro. The brand is also said to be working on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-powered phone, which may end up as an iQOO Neo 10 series phone.

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Google Podcasts is shutting down… and it’s not an April fool’s joke

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Rajesh Regmi

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Apr 1, 2024

Google is officially shutting down the Google Podcasts app from April 2. The shutdown, initially announced in September 2023, marks yet another discontinued project in Google’s history. The Podcasts app was a popular choice which has over 500 million downloads worldwide.

Now that the Podcasts app is going away, Google is encouraging listeners to relocate to YouTube Music for their podcast fix. This, as per Google, is to create a “better overall destination” for listeners and creators. It promises YouTube-centric features around community, discovery, and the ability to switch seamlessly between audio and video content.

How to Move From Google Podcasts to YouTube Music

If you are a Google Podcasts user, fear not! Your subscriptions aren’t lost forever. Google has provided instructions on how to smoothly transfer your subscriptions to YouTube Music. Here’s what you need to do:

Export from Google Podcasts: Open the Podcasts app and tap “Export subscriptions” followed by “Export under ‘Export to YouTube Music'”.
Import to YouTube Music: Open the YouTube Music app, select “Transfer,” “Continue,” and finally “Go to Library” once the transfer completes.

Important Notes:

Transferring subscriptions may take a few minutes.
Not all podcasts may be available on YouTube Music. You may need to use the show’s RSS feed link to resubscribe in those cases.
You have until July 2024 to complete this migration.

While many will likely continue their podcast journeys on YouTube Music, the shutdown of Google Podcasts marks the end of a well-received app.

As with many past discontinuations, Google’s reasoning for shuttering a successful product remains somewhat unclear to the user base. We’ll have to wait and see if this change will be good for podcasters and their loyal listeners.

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Realme GT Neo6 SE will Launch Next Week with the New Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 Chip

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Debasish

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Apr 1, 2024

Xu Qi, the vice president and global marketing president of Realme, announced on April 1st on Weibo that the Realme GT Neo6 SE will be launched next week.

realme GT Neo6 SE known details

The GT Neo6 SE has already officially announced to boast the newly released Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset, which will also likely be utilized by the OnePlus Nord 4 [OnePlus Ace 3V in China]. This chipset uses 1 x Cortex-X4 performance core clocked at 2.8 GHz, 4 x 2.6 Cortex-A720 mid-cores clocked at 2.6 GHz, and 3 x 1.9GHz Cortex-A520 efficiency cores. For graphics, it equips the Adreno 732.

According to NanoReview, the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip scores around 1367000 in AnTuTu 10, and 1913 and 5098 in Geekbench 6 single and multi-core tests respectively.

Speaking of the phone will equip a new 1.5K 8T LTPO panel from BOE that can reach 1000 nits of manual peak brightness, 1600 nits of global peak brightness (will be activated in high ambient light), and a whopping 6000nits local peak brightness in certain conditions like streaming HDR content in well-lit conditions. Another use case of the stunning 6000nits peal brightness is said to be something called “game super HDR”, which will offer amazing visuals in games with expanded dynamic range.

This bright AMOLED panel doesn’t compromise eye safety though. The GT Neo6 SE is expected to equip a 2160 Hz high frequency PWM dimming, and hardware-level solution to reduce blue-light emission.

Speaking of the front and back design of the GT Neo6 SE, it has been already revealed by certification platform TENNA. Shifting from the current design standard for the sides, this phone appears to have curved edges for both front and back. From a previously leaked image, it appears that Realme might have ditched the 2 megapixel macro camera of the predecessor GT Neo5 SE, and will offer a dual camera setup for the back. We will update as more information becomes available.

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Mysterious Realme phone with 256GB storage, Rs 10,000 (~$145) pricing in works

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2024

Tomorrow (April 2), Realme will unveil the Realme 12x 5G smartphone in India. Rumor has it that the device will retail for Rs 12,000 (~$145). A new report claims that the brand is working on a new Rs 10,000 (~$120)-priced smartphone. Continue reading ahead to learn about the initial details of the smartphone.

Realme’s mysterious Rs 10,000 price in works

According to 91mobiles Hindi, Realme is planning to launch a new smartphone, which will have a price tag of around Rs 10,000. The report reveals that it will be a 4G device. The rumored pricing suggests that the brand will compete with similarly priced phones from Redmi, Poco, itel, Tecno, and Infinix.

Apart from confirming that the upcoming Realme phone will be a 4G device, the report states that it will offer 6 GB of RAM and 256 GB of built-in storage. Unfortunately, nothing else is known about this mysterious phone.

On April 4, Realme will unveil the Realme C65, a 4G smartphone, in Vietnam. The rumored Rs 10,000 4G phone for India could likely be the Realme C65.

According to reports, the Realme C65 will arrive with a 6.67-inch LCD HD+ 90Hz display, a Helio G85 chipset, and a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging. The device will come with an 8-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, which will be coupled with a flicker sensor.

The Realme C65 will run on Android 14 and feature a side-facing fingerprint sensor. It is said to offer other features, such as a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm audio jack, and an IP54-rated chassis. It is said to have a slim profile of 7.64mm and weighs 185 grams.

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Xiaomi launches 67W Desktop Fast Charging Socket Pro priced at $25

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Rajesh Regmi

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Apr 1, 2024

Xiaomi is looking to streamline your desktop charging and connectivity with its new Xiaomi 67W Desktop Fast Charging Socket Pro.

Launched on the Youpin platform, this multifunctional device offers fast-charging capabilities, multiple ports, and data transmission in a compact package. Let’s walk through its specifications and features.

Xiaomi 67W Desktop Fast Charging Socket Pro Specifications

The Xiaomi 67W Desktop Fast Charging Socket Pro features a seven-in-one interface design. This includes a USB-C1 fast charging interface for phones, tablets, and laptops, along with three AC power supply interfaces supporting a total power of 2500W.

Additionally, it has a full-function USB-C2 interface for charging, data, audio, and video, an HDMI port, and a USB-A port for low-power devices.

The product includes a 0.9-meter full-function data cable and supports a variety of fast-charging protocols, including Xiaomi 67W flash charging, PD3.0/2.0, QC3.0/2.0, FCP, AFC, Apple 2.4A, and BC1.2. Its dual USB-C interfaces work with both front and rear access.

A built-in smart chip within the Xiaomi 67W Desktop Fast Charging Socket Pro allows for dynamic power allocation, ensuring safe charging across devices with varying power requirements. Regarding data transmission, the device offers 4K@60Hz high-definition resolution and uses the USB 3.0 high-speed transmission protocol.

Specification	Details
Interfaces	1 x USB-C1 (fast charging)<br> 3 x AC power interfaces (2500W)<br> 1 x USB-C2 (full-function)<br> 1 x HDMI <br> 1 x USB-A
Fast Charging Protocols	Xiaomi 67W, PD3.0/2.0, QC3.0/2.0, FCP, AFC, Apple 2.4A, BC1.2
Transmission	4K@60Hz, USB 3.0
Included Cable	0.9-meter full-function data cable

Pricing and Availability

The Xiaomi 67W Desktop Fast Charging Socket Pro will be available via crowdfunding on Xiaomi Youpin for 185 yuan (~$25), starting on April 3rd.

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Infinix GT 20 Pro April launch tipped, could be Infinix’s first phone to release in US, China

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2024

Brand Infinix has been mainly active in markets like Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia. Last year, the company launched the Infinix GT 10 Pro as the company’s first mid-range gaming phone. Specifically in India, the device offered a near-stock Android experience. Recent reports have revealed that the company will soon announce the Infinix GT 20 Pro. A new report reveals that with the GT 20 Pro, the company will venture into major markets it hasn’t explored before.

Infinix GT 20 Pro availability revealed

According to AndroidHeadlines, the Infinix GT 20 Pro will mainly be released in three markets, such as India, the US, and China, this month (April). The brand has been active in India since 2017. However, it will be entering markets like the US and China for the first time. Unfortunately, the report does not state anything new about the specifications of the device. Here is a look at what the rumor mill has revealed about the device so far.

Infinix GT 20 Pro specifications (rumored)

According to reports, the Infinix GT 20 Pro will feature an OLED panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor. The device will come preloaded with the latest Android 14 OS.

Under the hood, the GT 20 Pro will feature the Dimensity 8200 chipset. It is expected to arrive in two options, such as 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage.

The gaming phone may pack a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. Speculation suggests that the device will adopt the Cyber Mecha Design, first seen on the GT 10 Pro. This indicates that the device may have some LED lighting on the back.

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