Samsung is gearing up to unveil the new Galaxy Tab Active 5, which is a part of its popular rugged tablet lineup. But before its official announcement, we covered various reports regarding the upcoming tablet, with the latest sighting being in Singapore’s IMDA certification authority.
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 Wi-Fi Model visits IMDA
The South Korean tech giant’s new Galaxy Tab Active 5 was spotted on the IMDA database carrying the model number SM-X300. Just recently, the Galaxy Tab Active 5 surfaced on the TDRA, FCC, and Safety Korea certification. These sightings also featured the SM-X300 model number or some variants like the SM-X306B for the 5G enabled model. On the IMDA certification, the Galaxy Tab Active 5 was listed under the low power device section.
It is also worth noting that the Wi-Fi only model of the upcoming tablet was sighted on this database, which also confirms Bluetooth connectivity. Based on what we know so far, the Galaxy Tab Active 5 will be equipped with the Exynos 1380 SoC that is paired with at least one variant with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The memory can be further expanded by up to 64GB via a microSD card slot.
The new tablet will run on the latest Android 14 OS out of the box and even arrive with support for an S-Pen. It is expected to launch in a Black and Gray color variant as well. Notably, the Galaxy Tab Active 5 was also spotted with a 15W fast charger. Unfortunately, finer details like the specifications, design, and pricing of the new tablet are still at large. So stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this device.
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OnePlus is bringing a new firmware update for the OnePlus 9R and OnePlus 8 smartphones in India. The OnePlus 9R is receiving the OxygenOS 13.1.0.585 firmware, and the OnePlus 8 gets the OxygenOS 13.1.0.585 update. Both smartphones are receiving the latest security patch via incremental OTA. However, there’s a slight delay for the OnePlus 8 Pro to receive the same update after a few days.
As per the official changelog, both smartphones are receiving the December 2023 Android Security patch, which will strengthen overall security. Apart from this, there could be slight bug fixes and performance improvements that are not listed in the official changelog.
As it is an incremental update, the users may get it after a delay of a few days. Such updates are first rolled out to a small number of users, and upon successful verification, a broader rollout takes place. The interested user can also manually check for the date by heading over to the device Settings > About > Software Updates > Check for Updates.
If any user finds any bug while using the latest build, they can always submit it via Google Dialer by typing *#800# or visiting the OnePlus Community.
OnePlus is bringing the latest Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 update to its compatible smartphones. Most of the smartphones, including the OnePlus 11 Series, OnePlus 10 Pro, OnePlus 10R, OnePlus Nord 3, and OnePlus Pad, have already received the respective updates. The remaining are currently in the closed beta or open beta program. There’s an official timeline for the OxygenOS 14 update rollout that users can check for more information.
The new version of OxygenOS 14 brings several new changes and improvements. It introduces the new Aquamorphic Design, which gives the overall UI a modern yet elegant look. Users can learn about the full features of the new Skin over here.
Tesla has finally started delivering the Cybertruck, which haunted the dreams of many car enthusiasts since its announcement in 2019. The excitement surrounding this vehicle is so high someone even spent $400,000 at an auction to get an early Tesla Cybertruck. The excitement isn’t just about Tesla delivering on its promises for performance, it’s also because of the innovative features that make the four year wait worthwhile. For example, did you know that Cybertruck is able to “serve briefly as a boat”? Here are the details…
UniqueTesla Cybertruck Water Travel Feature Unveiled
The Tesla Cybertruck stands out as an impressive electric vehicle, boasting exceptional performance, range, and power. However, in addition to its performance and advanced features like ‘steer-by-wire,’ looks like Elon Musk and Tesla have a lot more to offer. If you recall, last year Musk Musk claimed in a speech that the Cybertruck could “briefly serve as a boat,” navigating rivers, lakes, and relatively calm seas. Still, despite all his success and craziness, Musk initially met with skepticism. However, the recently revealed ‘Wade Mode’ proves that the eccentric billionaire was true to his word.
The feature in question was discovered by one of the early buyers of the Cybertruck. Excitedly exploring the vehicle’s features, the user came across a feature named ‘Wade Mode’ in the off-road settings menu. There, he encountered the description: “Raises ride height and pressurizes battery when driving through water.” Of course, the Cybertruck was designed to withstand challenging conditions, so durability in different terrain is not a surprise. However, the ability to travel on the water is a delightful surprise.
This is sick. Cybertruck has a toggle for “Wade Mode” in the Off-Road Baja Settings
As you know, Tesla Cybertruck is priced between $60,000 and $100,000. Therefore, no one has taken this expensive vehicle for a “swim” yet. Moreover, there’s uncertainty about how the feature functions under specific conditions, and we’re also unsure if Tesla would cover any potential malfunctions under warranty. As you also know, saltwater is practically toxic for electronic devices.
Nevertheless, Musk mentioned in his speech that the Cybertruck is designed to handle go in the sea. Unfortunately, despite our curiosity about all these questions, we’re left with no option but to wait for answers for now.
Google‘s parent company, Alphabet, has made amends in a major antitrust lawsuit. Facing pressure from all 50 US states and consumers, they’ve agreed to a $700 million settlement and tweak the Google Play Store’s policies to open up the Android app market.
The accusations? Google allegedly used unfair tactics to force developers to use the Play Store exclusively, inflating app prices in the process. They pocketed up to 30% of each Play Store transaction, a hefty chunk that consumers and developers alike felt the sting of.
Google to pay $700 million to settle antitrust lawsuit
Now, to settle the legal mess, Google agreed to pay up big and loosen its grip on the Play Store ecosystem:
$630 million consumer fund: This pot of money will go to consumers who may have overpaid for in-app purchases via Google Play. The distribution of the fund will be court-approved, though specifics on distribution haven’t been revealed.
$70 million state fund: Google will pay states an additional $70 million to cover state AGs see fit.
To make amends, Google is also opening up the app ecosystem. Developers will now have the choice to use a separate billing system, saving them 4% on those hefty fees.
Google’s been testing this system for over a year, and now it should finally go official. Plus, developers can now offer different price options within apps, giving consumers more flexibility.
Moreover, the Play Store’s hold on app downloads is loosening too. Google is making it easier for users to download apps directly from developers’ websites, bypassing the Play Store entirely.
They’re also toning down the warnings that pop up when sideloading apps. The message when sideloading the app will now read “Your phone currently isn’t configured to install apps from this source. Granting this source permission to install apps could place your phone and data at risk.”
Likewise, for phone makers, the Play Store isn’t the only game in town anymore. They can pre-install other app stores without Google’s permission, even skipping the Play Store altogether. And in the upcoming Android 14, these alternative stores can even handle app updates, taking another slice of power away from Google’s grip.
LG has just announced its new lineup of soundbars that are set to launch next year. The 2024 lineup will consist of the S95TR, SG10TY, and S70TY soundbar models, which promise to offer a high end audio experience that blends design and performance.
LG 2024 Soundbar Specs and Features
The South Korean tech giant’s upcoming soundbars feature a sleek design and come with support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technology. With this, the company claims that the latest soundbars will offer top notch sound quality as well as a more immersive experience. The experience is further enhanced with the inclusion of WOWCast wireless technology. This is basically a connectivity feature that enables wireless connection between the S95TR and SG10TY models and LG TVs.
The technology promises to bring better sound when paired with Dolby Atmos. LG’s S95TR soundbar is the top end model, featuring an impressive 810W output. These soundbars are capable of outputting surround sound through its 15 channels. The S95TR model also has an up-firing speakers and tweeters. Another notable feature is the triple level spatial sound technology and AI room calibration technology. Apart from these soundbars, LG shared its plans to announce new editions of speakers, earbuds, and more across the globe.
LG’s latest soundbars are set to be showcased during the CES 2024 event, which is set to kick off from 9th to 12th January 2024. Till then, you can check out our launch coverage for the LG MyView smart monitors, a 4K UltraGear gaming monitor, and a new UltraWide monitor.
Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6), shrouded in secrecy, continues to face a torrent of leaks. The latest comes from an anonymous source claiming to be a former Rockstar office cleaner, who suggests the game might have a vast map and release in September 2025.
The leak, posted on a gaming subreddit, describes the cleaner’s observations during a six-month stint at Rockstar where they observed glimpses of the game despite security measures.
The most interesting detail shared is seeing a final frame, possibly from a trailer or some advert, featuring the GTA logo and “September 2025” under it – potentially hinting at the release month. Additionally, the cleaner claims to have witnessed a “huge” map with multiple city clusters saying:
‘The map looked huge, saw it on a monitor briefly as I was walking past one of the devs, looked like there were like 2-3 big clusters of roads which I’m assuming were cities/towns.’
Lucia.
The leak also mentions that they overheard one of the devs expressing relief about the absence of actor Bryan Zampella, who was once rumored for a lead role.
However, some details shared by the alleged cleaner raise eyebrows. The use of “liquor” instead of “alcohol”, a common American term in a UK context, casts some doubt on the cleaner’s authenticity.
Also, it’s hard to believe the cleaner didn’t sign a secret agreement (NDA) considering the game’s secrecy and Rockstar’s reputation for protecting its projects.
The moderators of the subreddit where the leak surfaced claim to have received proof of the cleaner’s employment, but the information’s validity remains in question.
It’s possible the cleaner is genuine but unknowingly violated an NDA, and may potentially face legal consequences. Or maybe they made it all up just to get attention online. So, we think it’s better to be a bit skeptical.
Lenovo‘s latest gaming powerhouse, the Legion Pro 5, has made an appearance at a retailer, giving gamers a glimpse of the future. Priced at $1800 (~12,760 Yuan), this gaming notebook boasts Intel’s cutting-edge 14th Gen Core “Raptor Lake Refresh” CPU, promising a significant leap in performance.
Lenovo’s new Legion Pro 5 gaming laptop is expected to be officially unveiled at CES 2024
Lenovo’s new Legion Pro 5 gaming laptop
Under the hood, the Legion Pro 5 is fueled by the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor, a juggernaut with 24 cores and 32 threads (8 P-Cores and 16 E-Cores). The CPU clocks at speeds of up to 5.8GHz and sports a maximum turbo power design of 157W (55W PL1). Lenovo’s decision to opt for 14th Gen Core CPUs, rather than Intel’s new Meteor Lake GPUs, emphasizes a focus on raw processing power.
For the $1800 variant, users can expect a configuration featuring the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor, 32GB of DDR5-5600 memory, a capacious 1TB SSD storage, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB Laptop GPU. Should users require more, the Legion Pro 5 offers an extra Gen4 M.2 SSD slot, while the RAM can be upgraded to an impressive 96GB of DDR5 memory.
Spotted on Shopee
The Legion Pro 5 maintains its portability with an 80Wh battery, housed within dimensions of 363 x 260 x 26.75mm and a weight of 2.55kg. Connectivity is robust, with features like 3 x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (always on) port, and 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen2 supporting data transfer and DisplayPort 1.4. HDMI 2.1 is also on board, capable of handling 4K at 120Hz or 8K at 60Hz, catering to the demands of high-quality gaming displays.
Despite the distinction between the 14th Gen Core “Raptor Lake Refresh” GPUs and the newly unveiled Intel Meteor Lake CPUs, Lenovo’s inclusion of the GeForce RTX 4070 ensures that integrated graphics won’t be a primary concern for gamers. The Legion Pro 5 is poised for a full reveal at CES 2024, promising a thrilling experience for gaming enthusiasts.
Elista is an Indian consumer electronics brand known for its affordable lineup of smart TVs. The company has a good presence in tier 2 and tier 3 cities of the country.
Apart from televisions, it also sells speakers and other products. Today, the brand expands its portfolio by entering the smartwatch category.
It has announced not one but three smartwatches. Let’s take a look at these wearables.
Elista debuts its first smartwatches
Elista’s first-ever smartwatches are officially called ‘Elista SmartRist E-Series’. There are three models, and they go by SmartRist E-1, SmartRist E-2, and SmartRist E-4.
We are not sure why the brand skilled the number ‘3’. Perhaps, this variant might be released later.
The company claims that its wearables are ‘made in India.’ They are said to be targeted at Gen Z consumers.
Just like most smartwatches on the market, the new Elista wearables are also glorified fitness trackers at affordable prices. All three models cost under ₹2,000 and one of them is even priced lower than ₹1,500.
The SmartRist E-1 and SmartRist E-2 are Apple Watch Ultra-lookalikes, whereas the SmartRist E-4 resembles a regular Apple Watch. All of them offer metal casing, AOD (Always-on Display) functionality, and Bluetooth calling.
They support multiple watch faces and are compatible with both Android and iOS devices. They arrive with all the regular features, such as multiple sports modes, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, blood oxygen level monitoring, weather, music playback control, stopwatch, and more.
The SmartRist E-1 and SmartRist E-2 are equipped with a 2.01-inch display (LCD) offering a resolution of 296 x 240 pixels and 600 nits peak brightness level. They are rated to last for up to 15 days on a full charge.
These smartwatches will be soon sold at the following price tags via Amazon India and over 10,000 retail stores across India.
The renowned audio giant Bose has made a strategic investment in India’s leading wearable brand, Noise. The significant milestone solidifies Bose’s commitment to innovation and even propels Noise’s growth and expansion in the country. As India’s largest profitable direct-to-consumer business, Noise started its first-ever funding as a part of the Series A round, leading to the strategic collaboration with Bose. Noise
Bose partners with Wearable brand Noise in India
The wearable brand Noise ventured five years ago and is now the leading wearable seller in India. It is now eyeing starting its journey in the audio segment with its new partner, Bose. The collaboration between Noise and Bose will redefine the landscape of audio technology. It aims to elevate research and design efforts to meet the evolving preferences of consumers in India. There will be a sharp focus on audio space innovation and consumer experience.
Speaking about the partnership, Amit Khatri, Co-Founder, Noise, said, “It’s about the right partnership at the right time, and we firmly believe that our strategic alliance with Bose will be a pivotal juncture in our journey towards revolutionizing the future of smart wearables realm. Bose’s belief in us validates our relentless pursuit of innovation, aimed at delivering transformative technology for today’s consumer. We are excited to partner with a company like Bose whose technical expertise and global experience will help us augment our capabilities and elevate our offerings.
The company aims to bring top-notch technology to its smart devices to benefit new-age customers. The partnership will surely reap some new products that will capture user’s attention shortly. Further, we won’t be surprised to see something exemplary for smart wearables with new innovative technology and better audio quality.
“As we looked at the opportunity to reach more people with the benefits of our technology in India, investing in Noise became an obvious choice,” said Nicholas Smith, senior vice president, strategy and business development at Bose. “Their leadership in the wearables category and understanding of their customers will allow us to collaborate and bring new, differentiated products to a growing market.”
The collaboration with Bose is poised to further accelerate Noise’s trajectory and solidify its standing in the market. It has set the stage for an era of innovation in the audio and smart wearable segments.
Designed to meet the demands of gamers and digital creators seeking power, speed, and reliability, Lenovo has introduced a new Legion Tower 5i and LOQ Tower in India. The new desktop PCs are aimed at offering a built-in package of powerful gaming hardware to meet game and content creators’ requirements. These new PCs promise to bring an unmatched gaming experience. The company also introduced a new Lenovo Legion E27fc monitor and a Legion M600s wireless gaming mouse to further enhance the overall experience.
This year, Lenovo introduced a lot of laptops, desktop PCs, peripherals, and accessories. The company recently went ahead with the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro AI UltraBook 2024, and the ThinkVision 27 3D Monitor. Let’s dive deeper to know more about the newly launched Lenovo Legion Tower 5i and Lenovo LOQ 5i:
Lenovo Legion Tower 5i Specifications
The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i comes with an Intel Core i9-13900F processor coupled with the powerful Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 12GB GPU and up to 64GB of DDR5 5600 UDIMM RAM. The desktop PC has a 1TB SSD M.2 2280 which gives peak read and writing speeds. To reduce network latency, it features WiFi 6E and Bluetooth. It comes bundled with Windows 11 Home and offers a 3-year on-site warranty.
Lenovo LOQ 5i Specifications
Meanwhile, the Lenovo LOQ Tower G5 Series comes with an Intel Core i5-13400F processor with a 2.5GHz base clock frequency and 10 cores and 16 threads. The desktop gaming PC seems to come with 16GB of DDR4 3200 UDIMM RAM, which is present in 8+8 format. There’s a 1TB SSD M.2 along with an RTX 3050 8 GB dedicated graphics card to cater to the growing demands. It runs Windows 11 Home and offers the same 3-year onsite warranty.
Dinesh Nair, Director – Consumer Business, Lenovo India, said, “At Lenovo, we understand the expectations of passionate gamers who demand next-level performance and a truly immersive gaming experience. Our endeavor is to ensure we exceed expectations. Our new Legion and LOQ gaming Tower are a pinnacle of gaming desktop excellence. We are fortifying our gaming portfolio beyond laptops, to bring the power of gaming to everyone. This marks a pivotal step in our commitment to delivering an expansive and robust gaming experience, enabling them to unlock the full spectrum of their capabilities.“
Along with the high-end hardware specifications, Lenovo offers its Vantage customization service, which allows users to maximize performance. It packs a performance dashboard that allows users to control overclocking controls and allows gamers to concentrate on their work or entertainment without worrying about technical know-how.
Lenovo is offering 3 months of free Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with both the new desktop PCs.
To extend customer benefits, the company also offers Lenovo Premium Care and Accidental Damage Protection services. Lenovo also offers a “Custom To Order” CTO service with the Legion Tower i5 Desktop that allows users to assemble the setup as per the requirement.
Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 Monitor and Lenovo Legion M600s Wireless Mouse Features
Along with the new desktop PCs, Lenovo introduced two gaming powerhouses to transform the gaming experience: the Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 Gaming Monitor and the Lenovo Legion M600s Wireless Gaming Mouse. These accessories promise to redefine gaming setups with cutting-edge features and exceptional performance.
The Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 Gaming Monitor is a 27-inch curved display monitor for a panoramic gaming experience. Boasting a 280 Hz refresh rate, gamers can enjoy smooth and tear-free visuals, even in the most fast-paced scenarios. The display offers Full HD resolution with a 99% RGB color gamut and a 3-side NearEdgeless design, improving the cinematic viewing experience. It has built-in 3W speakers,providing rich and immersive audio that adds an extra layer of depth to gameplay.
The Legion M600s Wireless Gaming Mouse is equipped with a Pixart 3370 sensor, offering precision and accuracy for unparalleled gaming. With a staggering 19,000 DPI, 400 IPS, and 40g acceleration, users can tailor the mouse to their preferred sensitivity. It offers 70 hours of battery life on a single charge and charges rapidly. It can get you 10 hours of additional runtime with just a just 10-minute charge. The mouse can be connected via lossless sub-1 ms 2.4GHz low-latency Bluetooth connectivity. The users can use it with UBS-C wire also.
Pricing and Availability
The Lenovo LOQ Tower is available for Rs 79,999, while the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i is available for Rs 219,990 from Amazon. in, Lenovo.com, and other online and offline stores. The Lenovo Legion R27fc gaming monitor is available for Rs 18,999, and the Legio nM600s mouse retails for Rs 57,99.
Noise has just announced the ColorFit Cadet, which is its latest rugged smartwatch model. The new smart wearable was unveiled in the Indian market recently, with sales set to kick off soon. So here are all the details.
Noise ColorFit Cadet Rugged Smartwatch: Specs
The ColorFit Cadet sports a 1.78-inch AMOLED panel that has 600 nits of peak brightness, 366 x 448 pixel resolution, over 300 watch faces, and support for Always-On display. A rugged metal body surrounds this screen, which is paired with a camouflage strap. Another notable aspect of the design includes a rotating crown and a physical button on the right side. Thanks to its TruSync technology, the latest wearable features Bluetooth calling, offers hassle-free pairing, and low power consumption.
It also has support for more than 120 sports modes that include physical activities like swimming, running, cycling, badminton, and more. Noise is also offering a bunch of health related sensors that enable 24 x 7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, sleep mapping, and menstrual cycle tracking. Other notable features include smart notifications, a calculator, a stopwatch, weather, an alarm, DND mode, and built in games.
Noise ColorFit Cadet Rugged Smartwatch: Pricing and Availability
The Noise ColorFit Cadet smartwatch is listed for 6,999 INR in India. Although the brand is offering the wearable device with a special introductory price tag of 2,199 INR. As of right now, the device is set to launch soon with its Amazon landing page already being live. So we can expect it to go on sale on Amazon and the company’s official website. The ColorFit Cadet will be available in multiple strap color options, namely Lunar Black, Black Camo, and Military Camo. Just last week, Noise also unveiled the Voyage smartwatch, which you can check out by clicking here.
Samsung has released two new sensors, the ISOCELL Vizion 63D and ISOCELL Vizion 931, that promise to enhance the experience of AR (Augmented Reality), VR (Virtual Reality), and even smartphones. Each sensor offers unique capabilities for enhanced virtual and augmented experiences and tackles different challenges in capturing images and depth data.
ISOCELL Vizion 63D
The ISOCELL Vizion 63D is a 3D ToF (Time-of-Flight) sensor with a 1/6.4-inch sensor size and 3.5µm pixels that measures depth and distance with high precision. It can capture QVGA (320×240) images at 30fps and VGA (640×480) videos.
This sensor is also a first in the industry, featuring an integrated depth-sensing ISP, eliminating the need for a separate chip and reducing power consumption by 40% compared to previous models. It boasts high light absorption and low noise thanks to its Backside Scattering Technology.
Likewise, the ISOCELL Vizion comes with two modes — flood and spot — which allow for optimizing resolution and range depending on the situation. Flood mode prioritizes resolution at shorter distances, while spot mode increases range at the expense of resolution.
ISOCELL Vizion 931
On the other hand, the ISOCELL Vizion 931 is a global shutter sensor, capturing entire scenes at once, unlike rolling shutter sensors that scan line by line and can introduce motion blur. This sensor offers 640×640 resolution and is ideal for applications like iris recognition, eye tracking, and facial/gesture detection in XR headsets.
It also boasts the highest industry quantum efficiency for its infrared light wavelength, leading to sharper images. This sensor can connect four cameras using a single wire, simplifying circuit design and saving space.
Both sensors are currently being tested by device manufacturers and are expected to be used in Samsung’s upcoming mixed-reality headset and other AR/VR devices. Their improved accuracy, efficiency, and image quality hold promise for enhancing the capabilities of these technologies.
The Groview T6 projector is now available at a significant discount for the Christmas season. Priced at just $59.99 USD, a 33% reduction from its original price, this deal is further sweetened with a clip-on page coupon for additional savings.
Boasting Full HD Native 1080P resolution, the Groview T6 offers a crystal-clear viewing experience. Its 9500 lux brightness ensures vivid and bright images, even in well-lit rooms, making it ideal for family movie nights or festive gatherings. The projector’s 10000:1 contrast ratio contributes to its ability to display deep blacks and bright whites, enhancing the overall picture quality.
Connectivity is a breeze with the T6, as it supports Bluetooth 5.1 and includes a built-in HiFi Speaker, delivering rich and immersive audio to complement the visual experience. The projector offers a generous display size range of 40 to 200 inches, allowing for a customizable viewing experience to fit any room size.
The T6 is also equipped with HDMI, VGA, USB, and SD ports, making it compatible with a wide range of devices, including laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles, and more. This versatility ensures that users can easily connect and stream their favorite content, whether it’s holiday movies, games, or family videos.
A notable addition to this deal is a free 100” portable projector screen, enhancing the value of the purchase and providing an immediate, complete home cinema setup. Customers who have already experienced the T6 have consistently praised its exceptional picture quality, brightness, and ease of use, making it a well-regarded choice for home entertainment.
This Christmas sale presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a high-quality projector at an affordable price, making it an ideal gift for movie enthusiasts, gamers, or anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment system.
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Samsung‘s upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra is reported to shift from the default 12 million pixels to 24 million pixels for RAW image capture. This move mirrors Apple’s strategy with the iPhone 15 Pro series, which introduced algorithmic adjustments to output default images at 24 megapixels from its 48 MP sensor. The leaked information, shared by source Ahmed Qwaider, indicates that Samsung aims to keep pace with Apple’s imaging advancements.
Galaxy S24 Ultra will also enhance images you’ve already captured with AI
The Galaxy S23 Ultra, equipped with a 200 MP main camera supports both 200 MP, 50 MP, and 12MP modes. Leaks surrounding the Galaxy S24 Ultra suggest the continuation of the same main camera resolution.
One noteworthy feature anticipated in the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s camera system is the “Photo Remaster” function. Drawing inspiration from the Galaxy Book 4 series notebooks, Samsung is expected to infuse AI elements to enhance captured images. The Photo Remaster function reportedly offers three distinct options: Portrait, Remaster, and Delete.
The Portrait option is geared towards creating a nuanced depth of field for enhanced subject rendering after you have already taken an image in normal mode, while Remaster provides a one-click enhancement for pictures. The Delete option is anticipated to eliminate unnecessary elements from images, probably similar to the Magic Fraser feature we saw on the Google Pixel 8 Pro, but with a refined implementation.
Furthermore, akin to the Natural Density filter found in DSLRs, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is rumored to introduce a feature that adopts a similar implementation by controlling parameters such as shutter exposure. However, the ND Filter feature isn’t new and it currently exists inside the Expert RAW Labs section of the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Oppo appears to be prepping a new tablet for the global market, dubbed the Oppo Pad Neo. The tablet received NBTC certification back in September followed by the IMDA and SIRIM listing. Now the same device has popped up on the Bluetooth SIG certification site.
The Bluetooth SIG listing reveals the model number (OPD2303) and confirms Bluetooth 5.2 support for the tablet.
Interestingly, the same model number belongs to the OnePlus Pad Go, suggesting the Pad Neo might be a rebranded version for the global market.
This wouldn’t be the first time Oppo rebrands a OnePlus device. They recently launched the Oppo Pad Air 2 in China, also a rebranded OnePlus Pad Go.
Therefore, we can expect similar specs for the Pad Neo. This likely includes an 11.35-inch 2.4K LCD display with a 7:5 aspect ratio. It might come with 8GB RAM and storage options of 128GB or 256GB, powered by the Helio G99 chipset. A large 8,000mAh battery with USB-C charging (USB 2.0 standard) is also likely.
Camera-wise, an 8MP front camera and rear camera are expected. For immersive audio, four speakers with Dolby Atmos support could be onboard. The software side might see ColorOS based on Android 14, with a microSD card slot for expandable storage.
Oppo hasn’t announced an official launch date for the Pad Neo for the global market. However since the device has appeared on various certifications, the launch could be imminent. We might even see its release alongside the Oppo Reno 11 series which launched in China back in November.
There have been multiple leaks and rumors about the Poco M5 5G over the past few weeks. Some even state it as the rebranded version of the Redmi 13C 5G smartphone, which launched in India earlier this month. However, the company officially confirmed today that the Poco M6 5G will launch in India on December 22. It will be the second Poco M Series device after the Poco M5 to feature 5G connectivity, the first is the Poco M6 Pro 5G which is already retailing in some markets.
The company took to X.com to officially tease the device’s launch date, which could be the cheapest smartphone under the Rs 10000 range in India.
Poco M6 5G Expected Features
The smartphone earlier appeared on certain public certifications with model 23128PC33I and the internal name “air_p”. The smartphone could feature a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC with up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage.
If it is believed to be the rebranded Redmi 13C 5G, then the Poco M6 5G could also debut with a 6.74-inch LCD display offering a 90Hz refresh rate. There will be a dual-rear camera comprising a 50 MP primary sensor and another depth sensor. It will feature a 5000 mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. It might run on the MIUI 14-based Android 13.
The smartphone is expected to come with a side-facing fingerprint sensor. The in-box accessories will include a 10W charger, and the smartphone is equipped with a USB Type-C port.
The smartphone’s older sibling, aka Poco M6 Pro 5G, is already retailing in India, featuring up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. The smartphone ships with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, a large 5000 mAh battery, and a 6.79-inch FHD+ display. It is available in two color options: Pwoer Black and Forest Green.
The Nubia Z60 Ultra has officially made its debut in China. It is ZTE’s third Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-powered smartphone for the Chinese market after the Red Magic 9 Pro and Red Magic 9 Pro+, which are gaming-focused smartphones. Like the predecessor models, the Z60 Ultra promises top-notch camera performance and thus serves as a good rival for the likes of the OnePlus 12, Realme GT 5 Pro, iQOO 12 Pro, and Xiaomi 14 Pro in the Chinese market. Here is a look at the specifications, features, and price of the device.
Design and Display
Nubia Z60 Ultra
Starting from the front, the main highlight of the Nubai Z60 Ultra is its display, which offers a truly full-screen viewing experience. Like its competitors, the display is flanked with slim bezels, and in addition, it does not have a camera cutout as it is equipped with an under-display camera. With ZTE’s fifth-generation under-display camera technology onboard, it promises to deliver even better front camera performance despite being placed under the display.
The Nubian Z60 Ultra will come in three variants: Star Collector’s Edition, Galaxy, and Star Glory colors. The Starry Sky Collector’s Edition features a distinctive back panel featuring a 3D starry sky design built with micro-etching technology Meanwhile, the Galaxy and Star Glory color variants incorporate AG frosting technology to create an intriguing blend of matte and bright finishes. In addition, it comes with an IP68-rated dustproof and water-resistant chassis. It weighs 246 grams, and has a thickness of 8.78mm.
The Nubia Z60 Ultra is equipped with a 6.8-inch BOE Q9+ OLED display that produces a 1.5K resolution of 2480 x 1116 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It also offers a 1200Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM high-frequency dimming, local peak brightness of 1500 nits, 10-bit color depth, and a 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut. For security, it is equipped with an in-screen fingerprint scanner.
Specifications and Camera
Under the hood, the Nubia Z60 Ultra is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, with options of up to 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and a whopping 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage. It is backed by a 6,000mAh silicone carbon anode battery, which is said to hold more energy without increasing the device’s weight. The device comes with support for 80W wired charging. There is no support for wireless charging on the device.
On the rear, a powerful triple-camera system steals the spotlight, comprising a 50-megapixel Sony IMX800 primary camera with an 18mm focal length, a 50-megapixel OmniVision OV50E ultra-wide lens with a 35mm focal length, and a 64-megapixel OV64B periscope telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom and an 85mm focal length. All three cameras come with optical image stabilization (OIS) and support 4K 120fps video recording. For selfies, it has a 12-megapixel under-display camera equipped with its display chip and an AI deep-sensing engine.
The Z60 Ultra runs on My OS 14-based Android 14. It comes with other features, such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual-frequency GPS, an IR blaster, NFC, a USB-C (USB 3.1) port, an x-axis linear motor, and dual speakers.
Pricing and Availability
In China, the Nubia Z60 Ultra comes in five options, such as the following:
The upcoming Oppo Find X7 series has been in the rumor mill for a good while now and so far leaks have pointed to three devices in the lineup — a vanilla Find X7, a Find X7 Pro, and a Find X7 Ultra model. But a new leak now suggests that the Find X7 series will not have a Pro model.
The source for the leak is Digital Chat Station, who is a fairly well-known tipster in the tech space. However, the original post where the tipster shared this information has now been deleted.
Although the Find X7 series will not have a Pro model, the tipster suggests the lineup will still be populated by three models. There will be Find X7, Find X7 Ultra, and Find X7 Ultra Satellite Communication models instead.
The leak also says all the models in the lineup will have a 5000mAh battery with 100W charging support, while the Ultra models will also enjoy 50W wireless charging support.
Oppo Find X7 series leaked poster.
Notably, previous rumors have also highlighted similarities in specifications between the Pro and Ultra models. For instance, both devices are said to feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, alongside a quad-camera setup consisting of 50MP sensors for the main, ultrawide, and two telephoto lenses. So we guess Oppo might have decided to technically launch only two devices in the series.
The tipster also shared display details for the Find X7 and X7 Ultra earlier today. The Find X7 will enjoy a 6.78-inch BOE 8T LTPO display with a 1.5K resolution. On the other hand, the Find X7 Ultra will have a larger 6.82-inch BOE 8T LTPO screen with 2K resolution.
We are expecting the Find X7 series to launch early next year, but nothing is confirmed as of now. We will keep you updated on any new developments.
Huawei recently confirmed that the Nova 12 series of smartphones will be announced on Dec. 26 in China. Interested customers can currently place pre-orders for the devices through Huawei JD.com’s official flagship store. The listing confirms that the pre-sale of the Nova 12 lineup will begin at 16:08pm (local time) on Dec. 26 in China. Following a strategy similar to the Huawei Mate 60 series, the Nova 12 series will be part of the Pioneer Plan, allowing users to reserve their devices ahead of the official release date.
Huawei Nova 12 series reservations begin
Huawei Nova 12 series reservations begin on JD.com
The Nova 12 lineup is said to include four models, such as the Nova 12 Vitality Edition (or Nova 12 Lite), Nova 12, Nova 12 Pro, and Nova 12 Ultra. Each model is expected to cater to different price ranges, with the Vitality Edition likely to be priced at around 1,000 Yuan, the standard version targeting the 2,000 Yuan price range, and the Pro and Ultra versions positioned at the 3,000 Yuan and 4,000 Yuan price range, respectively.
In terms of hardware, it is reported that the Nova 12 Vitality Edition and Nova 12 are said to be 4G models powered by Snapdragon chipsets. The Nova 12 is said to have the Snapdragon 778G 4G chip and support 66W fast charging.
The Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra are likely to feature an under-clocked version of the Kirin 9000s chip. For those who don’t know, the homegrown Kirin 9000s was first seen powering the Mate 60 series, which debuted in September and October of this year. It is speculated that the Nova 12 Ultra will also offer two-way satellite communication.
A recent report has already leaked the key specifications of all four devices, along with their configurations and prices. The report also claims that the brand is also working on the Huawei Pocket S2 flip-style foldable phone, but there is no official confirmation on whether it will debut with the Nova 12 lineup. Contradictory reports also suggest that the Pocket S2’s launch has been postponed to 2024.
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