Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ Spotted On NBTC And KTL Certifications Revealing Battery Capacity And Charging Speed

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Aug 24, 2023

Samsung has been working on two new tablets in the Galaxy Tab S9 series that debuted last month. The upcoming offerings are the Fan Edition (FE) versions which will include standard and plus models. The last FE variant of a tablet from the South Korean brand was the Galaxy Tab S7 in 2021. The upcoming Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ has already bagged multiple certifications including FCC, NRAA, and TDRA. Now, the device has appeared on the Korean Testing Laboratory (KTL) and Thailand’s NBTC certification websites.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ bags NBTC and KTL certifications

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ has been listed on NBTC and KTL certification websites with model number SM-X616B. The listing on Thailand’s certification reveals the moniker as Tab S9 FE+ 5G suggesting that Samsung may launch a 5G-compatible version of the tablet alongside a WiFi-only model. Meanwhile, the Korean Testing Laboratory certification reveals that the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ will draw its power from a 9,800mAh battery unit. It will support 45W fast charging.

Apart from this, the latest certification listings do not reveal any additional details of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+. A recent listing of the tablet on Samsung’s Hungary website revealed that the device will come in Lavender, Mint, Grey/Graphite, and Silver colors. It will be offered in 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations.

As per a Geekbench listing of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ will be powered by an Exynos 1380 SoC under the hood. It will run on Android 13 OS. Meanwhile, the CAD-based renders revealed a boxy design with dual rear camera sensors and a vertical strip running below suggesting support for S-Pen.

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iPhone 15 to come with long but slow USB-C cable

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Rajesh Regmi

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Aug 24, 2023

Apple is expected to switch all iPhone 15 models to USB-C ports this year. USB-C is more versatile and efficient than Lightning, but the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models may not see any improvement in data transfer speeds.

Slow USB-C cable for iPhone 15/15 Plus

According to Apple leaker Majin Bu, the standard iPhone 15 models will ship with USB-C cables that are limited to USB 2.0 speeds, which is 480 MBps. This is the same speed as Lightning. And charging will be the same too, capped at 20W.

New iPhone 15 USB C Cable Info Confirmed
1.6M long
16Pins
Thicker and more resistant
USB 2.0 20V3A
No MFI pic.twitter.com/WV4unodWPg
— Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial) August 23, 2023

While the standard models are rumored to only support USB 2.0 speeds, the iPhone 15 Pro models are expected to support much faster USB-C transfer speeds.

According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 15 Pro models could support “at least” USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3, which can offer transfer speeds of up to 40 Gbps.

This is significantly faster than the 480 Mbps offered by USB 2.0. As a result, iPhone 15 Pro models will be able to transfer videos and other large files much more quickly than the standard iPhone 15 models.

Moreover, reports suggest that each iPhone 15 will come with a thicker, more durable braided USB-C charging cable that is 50% longer than the Lightning cable that comes with current iPhone models. The cables are also rumored to be color-matched to the new iPhone colors, which may include black, white, yellow, blue, and orange.

The leak also suggests that the iPhone 15 will not require a Made for iPhone (MFI) certification chip on its USB-C charging cable. This is contrary to previous rumors that Apple would limit or throttle data speeds for cables that were not MFI-certified.

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How to Claim Free Prime Gaming Rewards for Roblox & More!

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Sean

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Aug 24, 2023

Amazon Prime Gaming is constantly offering brand-new rewards for a number of video games. This time around, it is bringing free cosmetic items and more for Roblox and a couple of other titles. For those unaware, Roblox is a huge multiplatform game that is based on user-generated content.

Thanks to its accessibility from consoles, PCs, and smartphones, the title sees over 52 million daily active users. In Roblox, you can role-play, play a shooter game, and do so much more. The platform is free, but users are able to make in-game purchases with real money. So now, here’s a few easy steps in claiming the Prime Gaming reward for Roblox:

Free Roblox Skin on Prime Gaming

Roblox is working with Prime Gaming to feature new in-game cosmetic items on the platform. But keep in mind that you need an Amazon Prime subscription to avail this deal. Furthermore, the free Roblox skin is only available on Prime Gaming for a limited time period. Here’s how to claim the reward:

First, head to the official Prime Gaming website and log in to your Amazon account.
Look for the Roblox deal by either scrolling down or typing in the search bar.
Once you find the Roblox reward and click on it, a new webpage will offer you the option to “Get in-game content”.
Selecting this option will give you a code that you must copy to claim the free skin.

After all of these steps are complete, the only thing left is to redeem the code. So here’s how to claim the item:

You need to head to the official Roblox website and log in.
Claim the deal under the redeem codes section.
Go to “Equip My Avatar”, which is where all your owned items can be found.
Click on the new item and equip the skin on your character.

Amazon’s Prime Gaming is offering the Freaky Fly Face Avatar Accessory as of right now. You can only claim the item via the browser, but it is accessible across all versions of the game. The item is only available on the platform for free till September 12, so check it out before it goes out of the reward rotation.

Other Notable Deals:

There are currently multiple other free rewards on the platform, which again require an Amazon Prime subscription. If you link your Activision Blizzard account with Amazon Prime Gaming, you can avail three special deals, which include:

Call of Duty: Warzone 2 WSOW Designated Driver Pack (New Weapon and Character Skins, XP bonuses, and more) – Ends in 27 Days
Overwatch 2 reward lets you skip over 5 tiers on the in-game Battle Pass – Ends in 28 Days
World of Warcraft Tabard of Brilliance Transmog is a new cosmetic for your character in WoW. – Ends in 34 Days

Just follow the same steps by heading to the official Prime Gaming website and finding the deals. You just need to link your existing Activision Blizzard account to Amazon by selecting the option to link when claiming the rewards on Prime Gaming and logging in.

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Wings Prime smartwatch, Flobuds 300 launched in India, read price, specifications, features

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 24, 2023

Wings Prime smartwatch has been launched along with the Flobuds 300 in India. The Prime Watch is company’s first smartwatch that comes with a nearly 2-inch display and up to 7 days of battery life. The Flobuds 300, on the other hand, is an affordably priced TWS earbuds with a leather finish. Here is all the information about both products.

Wings Prime smartwatch specifications, price

The Wings Prime has a 1.96-inch LCD panel that offers up to 200+ watch faces, a 60Hz refresh rate, 500 nits of brightness, and a 2.5D curved glass. The Bluetooth 5.3-enabled smartwatch comes with support for Bluetooth calling. Hence, it offers related features like an interactive dial pad, inbuilt microphone and speaker, and ability to save up to 16 contacts.

The Wings Prime can track 130+ sports activities and when it comes to health tracking, it offers features like an heart rate tracker, a SpO2 sensor, steps, counter, sleep cycle tracking, and menstrual cycle tracking. It houses a 240mAh battery and promises up to 7 days of battery life. With Bluetooth calling, the smartwatch can last for up to 3 days. The smartwatch offers other features like built-in shames, QR code for receiving payments, camera controls, calculator, AI voice assistant, SOS emergency, gesture controls, real-time GPS position tracking, and a metal body.

The Wings Prime smartwatch is priced at Rs 1,499 and is available for purchase via Flipkart.

Wings Flobuds 300 TWS earbuds specifications, price

The Wings Flobuds 300 TWS earbuds is equipped with 13mm audio drivers, which promises thumping bass. The earbuds promises up to 10 hours of battery life on a single charge, whereas they can also for up to 50 hours with the charging case. The Flobuds 300 offers other features like Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, 40ms low-latency mode for gaming, smart ENC for calling, touch controls, voice assistant, and an IPX5 rated water-resistance.

The Wings Flobuds 300 is priced at Rs 999 and can be purchased through Flipkart, Amazon, and Wing’s official website. It can be purchased in white and black shades.

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‘It’s Not a Skilled Labor Shortage, It’s Poor Management’: Workers at TSMC’s Arizona Plant Speak Out Against Delays and Safety Violations

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Oğuz Çakır

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Aug 24, 2023

TSMC is building new factories in several countries to meet the growing demand for semiconductors. For example, they have plans to open new plants in India and Germany to increase its production capacity. One of these factories is currently being built in Arizona, USA. However, the construction is not going as smoothly as the Taiwanese manufacturer had hoped, and it keeps getting postponed. TSMC said before that they don’t have enough trained workers, which is causing the delay. But new information says the delay is because of bad management, not because there aren’t enough skilled workers. Here are the details…

Workers at TSMC Arizona Plant Say Poor Management Is Putting Safety at Risk

TSMC is currently building a high-tech chip factory in Arizona, USA. The project is expected to cost $40 billion and aims to be one of the world’s top chip-making facility. Construction started in 2021 and was supposed to finish in 2024. However, it’s now expected to start making chips in 2025 due to a shortage of skilled labor. At least, that’s what we thought. According to a report by Business Insider India, two current workers claim that operational mismanagement and administrative chaos have contributed to the delay in the factory’s construction.

We have heard many different things about what’s happening at TSMC’s factory in Arizona. For example, we recently shared news that American workers were not happy about 500 workers coming from Taiwan to speed up the work. However, the American workers allege that TSMC has been providing them with inadequate information and resources, and that the construction site is filled with safety violations.

A pipe cutter who has been working in construction for a long time and wishes to remain anonymous had this to say: “It’s not like we’re against the Taiwanese workers or anything. We’re against TSMC. TSMC is the problem. They keep saying we’re slowing them down, but they’re not giving us the information we need. Most of us are capable of doing it if you gave us the correct information.” Another person working at the plant as a welder made similar statements.

‘I would not want to be in these buildings after they’re fully complete’

One of the “I would not want to be in these buildings after they’re fully complete.” One worker mentioned that building code violations were common. He said, “Sometimes we’ll have to do work two or three times because they’re like, ‘Well, this is how we do it in Taiwan.’ So we build it exactly how they want it, but then as soon as it’s put in, we’re not going to sign off on it because it’s illegal. It’s against international building code.” These statements are particularly critical because if they are proven true in a potential inspection, TSMC could risk wasting years of effort.

After complaining about one safety issue for two straight weeks, he said, he spoke with a company safety representative. “He literally told me to my face that we’re only here for insurance purposes — they won’t let us do anything,” he said, referring to the company’s desire to meet baseline safety requirements. “And that’s when I gave up.”

TSMC has denied the allegations of poor management and safety violations. The company says that it is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all of its employees with this words: “TSMC is deeply committed to workplace safety in the operation of all our facilities, along with each of our active construction projects, including TSMC Arizona,”

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Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57-inch 8K curved monitor US pricing & launch timeline announced

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 24, 2023

Back at CES 2023, Samsung unveiled the Odyssey Neo G9 57-inch 8K ultrawide gaming monitor which went on sale in Europe last week. Now, the pricing & launch timeline for the US market has been confirmed.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 pricing & availability

The new Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC has an MSRP of $2499.99 in the US. It will hit market shelves in October, and will also be available to buy through Samsung.com.

The monitor is already up for pre-order in the EU and UK where it costs €2,499 and £2,199, respectively.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC specs

The curved gaming monitor boasts an expansive 57-inch display with 1000R curvature. Its IPS Mini LED panel can reach a peak brightness of 1,000 nits. This screen offers a remarkable 7,680 x 2,160 resolution, equivalent to 8K resolution with a pixel density of 140 PPI, and an impressive 240Hz refresh rate. Additionally, it carries the VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification.

The Neo G9 offers a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and a rapid 1ms response time. Its ultra-wide screen features a 32:9 aspect ratio and supports DisplayPort 2.1 connectivity, ensuring lossless Display Stream Compression. Furthermore, this gaming monitor offers support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro.

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China’s best-selling foldable smartphone list has Samsung at the end

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 24, 2023

The foldable smartphone category has increased in the last few quarters. Samsung is leading in terms of worldwide. But the story is different in China.

Recently, a CINNO Research report revealed that Huawei is in the top spot in China. Now, another report by Counterpoint Research reiterates the same.

The latest report also lists the top 10 best-selling foldable phones. Let’s have a look at them.

Globally, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is the best-selling foldable smartphone. Its predecessors held this position in the previous years.

However, in China, Samsung foldables are nowhere near the top spot. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 ranks distant eighth, followed by the Galaxy Z Fold 4 offshoot W23 in the ninth place.

Counterpoint says that the Chinese players will continue to dominate the domestic market in the future as well. On top of that, China is already the world’s largest foldable market.

So which is the best-selling foldable smartphone in China? The answer is Oppo Find N2 Flip. It is followed by Huawei devices in the next four positions, namely Mate X3, Pocket S, Mate Xs 2, and P50 Pocket.

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 is not on the list, and so is the Vivo X Fold 2. But the Vivo X Flip is in the tenth place. Perhaps, the latest Mix Fold 3 could make the list in the next edition of the report.

Anyway, here’s the entire list.

Best-selling Foldable Smartphones in China H1 2023

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Apple supports Right to Repair bill in the US

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Sean

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Aug 24, 2023

Apple has decided to back the Right to Repair bill in the US. Despite its history against repair accessibility, the company is endorsing the bill from Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman. So here are all the details.

Apple makes a 180 on Right to Repair

According to iFixit, the Cupertino based giant is taking a U-turn regarding the Right to Repair bill. The company as even sent out letters to legislators in the state, asking them to pass the Senate Bill 244. If this bill gets approved, then tech companies would be required to provide consumers and third-party repair service providers the repair diagnostics and parts needed to fix their products.

Kyle Wiens, CEO of iFixit, stated that Apple’s endorsement of the bill is a “watershed moment for consumer rights.” He further added that the “Berlin Wall of tech repair monopolies is starting to crumble, brick by brick”. The bill’s passing could also lead to the market being more competitive and repair costs falling. The bill will also limit the cost of repair products between 50 to 100 US Dollars, which should be available for at least three years after being manufactured.

On the other hand, the repair materials for products over 100 US Dollars will need to be available for at least seven years. Companies that violate this law will be fined 1,000 US Dollars per day after their first violation, 2,000 US Dollars for their second violation, and 5,000 US Dollars per day for future violations.

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Lenovo Legion Go handheld to launch with Ryzen Z1 Extreme and 16GB LPDDR5 RAM

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Chetan

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Aug 24, 2023

Lenovo is trying to enter the Windows-powered handheld gaming console arena by introducing the Lenovo Legion Go. The device is said to be a competitor to the recently launched Asus ROG Ally and Valve Steam Deck. According to recent leaks that have surfaced online, the device is expected to arrive with AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU and 16GB LPDDR5-7500 RAM installed.

As per our previous report, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU was introduced in Asus ROG Ally. Now, Lenovo will also introduce this Z1 series in its handheld device, which more than likely guarantees its performance. The post also confirms that the device will feature 16GB LPDDR5-7500 RAM accompanied by two available storage options: 256GB and 512GB M.2 2242 NVMe. Lastly, the device is said to have a 2560 x 1600 display.

Performance of Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU

The Ryzen Z1 Extreme is an AMD-designed processor used in handheld gaming consoles. JayzTwoCents recently tested out the performance of the ROG Ally and found that games like Cyberpunk, Shadow of Tomb Rider, and Forza Horizon 5 run on nearly 60FPS on 720p turbo mode with FSR enabled (AMD’s equivalent to DLSS).

Lenovo Legion Go Leaked Renders

The Lenovo Legion Go leaked design renders are also impressive. It has bumper buttons and trigger buttons on each side of the device. On the top, we can find a volume button to adjust the sound of the game and a 3.5mm Combo Audio jack. Full details about the specifications can be found by clicking on this link.

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Denuvo will now protect Nintendo Switch games from piracy

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Chetan

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Aug 24, 2023

Denuvo is a top company that helps protect games on computers, phones, and game consoles from being pirated (illegally copied or shared). The company not only prevents games from piracy but also exposes players who cheats in competitive multiplayer games. Many games like Fifa 23, Monster Hunter Rise, and Battlefield 2042 use Denuvo DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection. According to recent news that has surfaced online, Denuvo might now be available on the Nintendo Switch.

Denuvo will now protect games launching on Nintendo Switch from piracy using its latest Nintendo Switch Emulator Protection. If you’re not familiar, there are certain programs online that let you play Nintendo Switch games on your computer. These programs are called emulators. As per the Denuvo team, if a game is protected against piracy on the PC version, the Nintendo Switch version can be emulated from day one and played on the PC. By blocking unauthorized emulations on PC, the Nintendo Switch Emulator Protection will ensure that anyone who wants to play the title will have to buy a permitted copy of the game.

As we all know, Denuvo protection greatly impacts the game’s performance on PC. We can only imagine what effect this might have on Nintendo Switch. Denuvo will have to come up with a solution to protect the games without having any effect on performance.

In related news, Nintendo might launch its Nintendo Switch 2 in the second quarter of 2024. According to reports, the company has been waiting this long because it doesn’t want to be a victim of the pandemic’s chip crisis. The full news covered by us can be found by clicking on this link.

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Realme GT 5 Miracle Glass back is a collaboration project with BYD Electronics

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Chetan

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Aug 24, 2023

The Realme GT 5 is set to launch on August 28th in China. Earlier, we covered that Realme GT 5 will come with the world’s first Miracle Glass. According to the latest Weibo post by Realme, we have received new information about this “Miracle Glass.” Let us go ahead and take a look at the post and see what this glass has to offer.

As per the official post, the company is collaborating with BYD Electronics to launch this glass. It is said that this alliance took more than a year to develop this piece of glass. The company is calling the texture of the glass “unparalleled” in the market. The phone will have a curved glass back that feels high-end. This is the company’s way of bringing a new kind of tough and textured glass to the world, challenging the industry’s glass technology.

Additionally, the official teaser released by the company shows us an LED on the back of the device, providing a more futuristic look. Previous reports have confirmed that the phone will support 240W fast charging accompanied by SuperVOOC S charging technology for longer battery life. It has been hinted that the GT 5 will give users almost 2 hours of talk time on a 30-second charge.

In related news, the Realme GT 5 has appeared on the Geekbench website, using the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. The full report can be found by clicking on this link. Stay tuned for more news on the Realme GT 5 on our website.

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Indian student gets boAt speakers instead of MacBook, Flipkart denies refund

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Sean

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Aug 24, 2023

An Indian student just went through an odd and terrible experience of buying gadgets online. An order was placed for an Apple MacBook, but what was delivered instead was a speaker from boAt which cost a fraction of the laptop. So here’s what happened next.

Flipkart refuses to take responsibility

Receiving wrong orders isn’t too uncommon. People ordering smartphones have even received soap bars in deliveries. This time around, a student placed an order for an M1-powered MacBook on Flipkart. He paid 76,000 INR for this laptop, which was expected to be delivered by August 13. However, the delivery was delayed till August 15 since the delivery person dodged calls. The order was so delayed that the student personally went to collect it from Flipkart’s hub.

Once he got there the delivery person insisted on getting the OTP before giving his package. Opening the package revealed that the parcel under his name only featured a boAt speaker that was worth 3,000 INR. The student claimed that he provided evidence at the time of delivery and had even recorded the delivery person admitting that he received the wrong product.

Unfortunately, the amount of evidence didn’t help since Flipkart’s customer support didn’t seem all too helpful. The e-commerce platform denied refunds, stating that certain products fall under its ‘No Returns’ policy. Apple products are also included in this policy. As of right now, Flipkart has yet to issue a refund, so it’s possible that the student will take this complaint to court.

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Xiaomi 13T Pro full design revealed, live images surface on NCC

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Sean

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Aug 24, 2023

The Xiaomi 13T series is expected to launch soon. But prior to any official announcement, a new sighting on a certification website has revealed the entire design of the higher-end 13T Pro model. So let’s have a look.

Xiaomi 13T Pro looks similar to the Xiaomi 13 Pro

We have already reported on the upcoming 13T Pro model being spotted on other certification sites like TDRA and SIRIM. But now, the device was spotted on the NCC database. This listing also featured live images of the Xiaomi 13T Pro, which reveals its entire design. On the rear, the smartphone features a triple camera setup, with a setup reminiscent of the Xiaomi 13 Pro. Meanwhile, the bottom houses a speaker grille and a USB-Type C port for charging and data transfer, and the front houses a punch-hole selfie camera.

Based on a previous report, the handset is equipped with the MediaTek 9200+ SoC that is paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. However, a 16GB RAM and 1TB storage configuration will also be released. The display is a tall 6.67-inch OLED panel that has a 2712 x 1220 resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. The rear camera module has a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 13-megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter. On the other hand, the front houses a 20-megapixel selfie camera.

A large 5,000mAh battery pack is expected to power the device, which supports 120W fast charging. Other notable features include Android 13 OS out of the box and IP68 water and dust resistance rating. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more updates.

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Oppo Find N3 Flip and Oppo Watch 4 Pro now have an official launch date

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Anurag

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Aug 24, 2023

Oppo’s next flip phone has been leaking a lot recently and now it has an official launch date. The company has confirmed the Oppo Find N3 Flip will make its Chinese debut on later this month and it won’t be alone. The new Oppo Watch 4 Pro will also share the stage with the flip phone on August 29. Oppo has also shared some images for you to have a look at before the launch.

As seen in the schematics before, the Oppo Find N3 Flip is getting a redesign. While the cover screen is similar to the Find N2 Flip’s rectangular design, Oppo is making changes to the camera module. The new module is now round and features three camera sensors. There is also a Hasselblad branding on the module, and the phone is pictured in a gold color.

The announcement post did not include any specifications. However, a recent Geekbench listing suggests that the flip phone is powered by a Dimensity 9200 chip paired with 12 GB of RAM and Android 13. The camera system is also said to be upgraded with an OIS-enabled 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, accompanied by an IMX581 48MP ultra-wide lens and an IMX709 32MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom.

We are bound to learn other details on August 29. In the meantime, Oppo has also confirmed that the Watch 4 will be launched alongside the Find N3 Flip. The images shared by the company reveal the wearable’s curved design, button layouts, case color, and strap options. The Watch 3 Pro successor is teased to have a stainless-steel case and a ceramic base.

Oppo launched the Find N2 Flip outside of China, so we hope the Find N3 Flip will receive the same treatment. However, the Watch 3 Pro remained limited to its home country, so it is unlikely that the Watch 4 Pro will go global. In any case, stay tuned for updates.

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Huawei’s new smart TV, the Vision Smart Screen SE3, to launch on August 31

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Rajesh Regmi

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Aug 24, 2023

The Huawei Vision smart screen lineup has a number of TVs that are packed with intelligent features and have a premium design. Recently in May 2023, the company announced a new TV under this lineup, the Vision Smart Screen 3. Now, Huawei has announced that another new TV under this series, the Huawei Vision Smart Screen SE3, will be released on August 31.

Huawei has released a teaser video for its upcoming Vision Smart Screen SE3 TV on Weibo. The video shows that the TV has an AI super-sensing camera, which is also found on the Vision Smart Screen 3. This camera can be used for intelligent functions such as bone joint recognition, portrait tracking, and sitting posture/distance reminder.

Likewise, the TV will have a 120Hz refresh rate and 4K resolution screen. It will run on the latest version of Harmony OS, as confirmed by the words “Powered by Harmony OS” at the end of the teaser video. There is not much other information available about the TV yet.

Besides, it is worth noting that several Huawei products have recently received Bluetooth SIG certification, including the new 100-inch, 110-inch, and 130-inch Huawei Smart Screen products.

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Sony PlayStation Portal handheld remote-play console unveiled, costs $200

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 24, 2023

After initially unveiling its plans for a remote gaming device back in May, Sony has now released the PlayStation Portal, previously known as Project Q. The device is essentially a handheld extension of your PlayStation 5 since it cannot render the games natively. More details can be found below.

PlayStation Portal

The PlayStation Portal is essentially a glorified Remote Play machine. Sony has previously confirmed that the device will rely on Wi-Fi to stream games from your PS5 console. Yes, it means that you will need to own a PS5 to play games on the PlayStation Portal. As long as your PS5 WiFi connection and the WiFi connection at the location you are playing are strong, you won’t face any issues gaming on the handheld.

As there is no Bluetooth available on the Portal, you won’t be able to use any of the shelf wire earbuds/headsets with it. That being said, it has a few solutions for audio. First, it features a 3.5mm audio jack so you can use wired earphones with it. Another solution for audio is the dual inbuilt speakers. The third option is Sony’s new hardware which runs on its new PlayStation Link connectivity standard. These are the Pulse Elite headsets and Pulse Explorer wireless earbuds.

On to the specifications, the Portal features an 8-inch LCD screen that can stream games at 1080p 60 FPS. The controller onboard is essentially a Sony DualSense with all of its features like the haptic feedback. It uses a USB-C port for charging, and as mentioned above, has a 3.5 mm audio jack. Details about the processor and battery are still under wraps.

Pricing & availability

No launch date or pre-order date has been revealed as of yet, however, the console will cost US$199 whenever it launches.

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Honor is beta testing official GMS support in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 24, 2023

Under new ownership, Honor got access to GMS (Google Mobile Services) on its devices. All the latest smartphones and tablets sold by the brand in global markets have it.

But it turns out the Chinese variant of the same devices still lacks support for it even after 2 years. This is finally about to change as the company has started a beta program for GMS in China.

For the unaware, Android smartphones and tablets sold in China don’t come pre-installed with Google Mobile Services like in other markets. Every OEM has its own alternative services and app stores.

However, almost all companies offer support for GMS, which needs to be installed separately from the app store itself. This move is beneficial for consumers traveling abroad and those who depend on Google apps and services for their work or personal use.

But for some reason, Honor does not offer official GMS support in the country (can be installed from external sources). The brand wants to change this as it has kickstarted a beta program.

Nonetheless, it is worth noting that the registration form lists only the following premium smartphones.

Anyways, there’s an ‘other’ category. So the official GMS support will likely arrive for all the phones and tablets released in the last two years in China.

The beta program kicked off on August 23 and will last until September 30. Therefore, the stable release may happen in October or later.

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Motorola Moto G84 5G launching on September 1 in India, Specs Confirmed

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Simranpal Singh

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Aug 24, 2023

Ending all the rumors and leaks, Motorola seems to have detailed all the specifications of the Motorola Moto G84 5G via Flipkart listing. The smartphone is launching in India on September 1 with some exciting specifications and color options. The smartphone already appeared on FCC, TDRA, and several other certifications and leaks.

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Motorola Moto G84 5G Specifications

Motorola’s new mid-range smartphone bundles a Snapdragon 695 SoC with support for over 14 5G connectivity bands. Motorola Moto G84 5G will debut with 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. It houses a 6.55-inch Full HD pOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1300 nits maximum brightness. It is a 10-bit display and even supports HDR10+ with 100% DCI-P3.

As revealed earlier via a leak, the Moto G84 5G will feature a 50MP Primary OIS sensor along with an 8MP ultrawide sensor and another 8MP Macro Vision + Depth sensor. Details about the front-facing camera are not yet published. Further, the smartphone will bundle a 5000 mAh battery with support for up to 30W fast-wired charging. It will run Android 13 and will be upgradable to Android 14 after some time.

Motorola Moto G84 5G ships with Dual Stereo speakers supporting Dolby Atmos and Moto Spatial audio. The experience will further improve with the presence of Moto Connect and Thinkshield features. It is an IP54 water-resistant smartphone.

In design terms, the smartphone features a flat design with a headphone jack, USB Type-C port, and speaker grill visible at the bottom side of the phone. The power button and volume rockers can be seen on the right side of the phone. A punch-hole display is seen on the front.

The smartphone is listed with three PANTONE color options – Viva Magenta, Marshmallow Blue, and Midnight Blue.

Pricing Details (Unconfirmed)

For the pricing details, we have to wait for the official launch. Moto G84 5G is a successor to the Moto G82 5G which was launched last year with the price tag of INR 21,499 for 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. We expect a similar price tag for the Moto G84 5G in India.

HarmonyOS 4 gains 5 million users in just 2 weeks

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Rajesh Regmi

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Aug 24, 2023

Huawei’s latest operating system, HarmonyOS 4.0, was unveiled earlier this month. The company opened the beta program in China, allowing over 36 phone and tablet users to try out the new features before the official release. Impressively, within just two weeks of its release, HarmonyOS 4 has already been installed on 5 million devices, with a remarkable 1 million users upgrading to this new operating system on its very first day.

He Gang, Chief Operating Officer of Huawei Devices BG, shared the latest stats on HarmonyOS 4 on his Weibo account. He said that the new operating system brings new visuals and interactive experiences, such as personalized themes, which have been well-received by users.

Gang also added that HarmonyOS 4 is not only fun and personalized, but it also helps users get information more efficiently through its new notification center and “Live Window” feature.

For those unaware, HarmonyOS 4 has a new feature called Live Window, which is similar to Apple’s Dynamic Island. Supported apps will show real-time alerts and notifications in a pill-shaped icon on the corner of your device. You can then tap the icon to expand the window and interact with the app.

Live Window is available on smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches, and it works with a variety of Huawei apps, as well as third-party apps from a growing list of developers. There are a bunch of other features in HarmonyOS 4 which you can learn from here.

The HarmonyOS 4 public beta is now available from Huawei for a range of 34 devices, including the Mate 50 series, P60 series, and Mate X3. A further 35 devices, including the P40, Mate 30, Nova 9, and Nova 10 series, will be added to the beta program later on.

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Moto G84 5G India launch timeline tipped along with key specs

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 24, 2023

Last week, renders of an upcoming Motorola smartphone called Moto G84 5G leaked. These pictures revealed the design of the product and confirmed its primary camera.

Just a few days later, another source says that the device will be released as early as next month. Let’s go through the details.

According to tech influencer Mukul Sharma, the Motorola Moto G84 5G will make its global debut in India. The phone will be launched in the country in September.

He also goes on to say that the handset will be available in Pantone’s color of the year 2023 — Viva Magenta. Further, it will feature a vegan leather rear finish. He even shared the image of the device in the said color and finish.

As for specs, the source has only disclosed two things. Firstly, the smartphone will be equipped with a 120Hz 10-bit pOLED display. Secondly, it will be offered in a 12GB + 256GB memory configuration.

Going by the renders, the handset will come with an OIS-assisted 50MP main camera paired with an unknown secondary camera. It will have a flat frame design and will also sport a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Finally, FCC certification had earlier revealed that the phone will draw energy from a 5,000mAh battery. It will carry support for 33W wired charging.

We expect to learn more about the Motor G84 5G in the coming days. The brand should officially tease the features ahead of its release.

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