Apple debuted the Apple Watch Ultra last year. It is a top-of-the-line smartwatch from the Cupertino-based tech giant. The smartwatch is expected to get its successor this year at the company’s fall event which will likely take place in September. Now a tipster on China’s microblogging platform Weibo has revealed key info about the second-generation Apple Watch Ultra.
Upcoming Apple Watch Ultra will be lighter than its predecessor
As per Setsuna Digital, the second-generation Apple Watch Ultra will have a reduced weight. The tipster does not reveal anything apart from this including the revised values. This will be quite a welcome change on the brand’s upcoming smartwatch.
For those unaware, the current Apple Watch Ultra is one of the biggest and heaviest smartwatches compared to its competitors. The smartwatch’s titanium model has a 49mm casing and tips the scales at 61.3 grams. This makes it twice as heavy as the lightest Series 8 watch which is the 41mm aluminium model weighing 31.9 grams.
As per reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to use 3D parts for making the Watch Ultra. If plastic parts are used instead of metal parts, then it could aid in reducing the weight of the smartwatch. Additionally, it is also said to cut down on production times and cost. There are also rumors that the Apple Watch Ultra will feature a 2.1-inch Micro LED display.
boAt has expanded its range of power banks with two new offerings in India. They are dubbed the boAt EnergyShroom PB300 and PB400. Both are affordable charging accessories with a large battery capacity and share similar features. Read on to know what the two power banks offer out of the box.
boAt EnergyShroom PB300 and PB400 specifications and features
The boAt EnergyShroom PB300 is a sleek and lightweight power bank. It is 16mm thin and weighs 255 grams. On the other hand, the PB400 is bulky due to its high battery capacity. It is 28mm thin and weighs 449 grams. Both power banks have an aluminium finish that are resistant to scratches and high temperatures. There is a smart power button and LED indicators.
The boAt EnergyShroom PB300 and PB400 are backed by 10,000mAh and 20,000mAh battery capacities. They feature a built-in 12-layer protection system against a host of issues to ensure the safety of devices. There are two USB-A output ports, one micro-USB input port, and a Type-C two-way port. The Type-C port is capable of offering 22.5W charging speed. The EnergyShroom power banks also support 2-way charging.
The boAt EnergyShroom PB300 is priced at Rs 999 whereas the PB400 costs Rs 1,499. They are offered in Carbon Black and Steel Blue colors. The power banks can be purchased from the brand’s website and Flipkart.
The iQOO Quest Days Sale is your chance to get a great deal on the latest smartphones from iQOO! From July 24th to July 28th, you can find discounts on a wide variety of handsets with all the features you’re looking for. Enjoy incredible savings and pick up your ideal phone with ease. Check out the deals on smartphone in the iQOO sale below!
Some of the best deals you can grab:
iQOO 11 5G: The Android flagship, boasting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, a 2K Samsung E6 AMOLED display, and 144Hz refresh rate, can be grabbed for Rs 49,999 (8GB/256GB variant) and Rs 54,999 (16GB/256GB variant) after a Rs 5000 instant discount on HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank cards and EMI transactions.
iQOO 9 Pro 5G and iQOO 9T 5G: Both of these smartphones, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processors respectively, can be grabbed for Rs 39,999 (iQOO 9T 5G) and Rs 42,990 (iQOO 9 Pro 5G) due to a Rs 2000 instant discount on HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank cards and EMI transactions.
iQOO 9 SE 5G: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor and a 120Hz AMOLED display, this phone can be yours for Rs 28,990 for the base model, with a Rs 3000 instant discount on HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank cards and EMI transactions.
iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G: This gaming smartphone, with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and 120W FlashCharge fast charging, is available at a discounted price of Rs 32,999 (8GB/128GB variant) and Rs 35,999 (12GB/256GB variant) thanks to an instant Rs 2000 discount through ICICI Bank and SBI Bank cards and EMI transactions.
iQOO Neo 7 5G: This model, packed with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor, supports 120W FlashCharge fast charging and can be grabbed for Rs 26,999 for the base variant using the Rs 1000 instant discount on HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank cards and EMI transactions.
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Nvidia finally release the RTX IO, which had first announced back in 2020. The GPU decompression technology was first unveiled alongside the RTX 3000 series of GPUs and is now making its way to its cards. The company claims that this technology can help deliver a smoother gaming experience, by reducing stuttering issues. So let’s see how this process works.
Nvidia RTX IO: What is it all about?
Nvidia rolled out the RTX IO along with the release of Portal: Prelude RTX. With this technology, your PC can offload the workload from your CPU cores to your GPU when gaming. This basically helps improve performance stability since GPUs are better equipped to handle such tasks. The technology was also built to deal with the changing process of how your PC’s hardware access game data. Typically, the assets of a game are sent from the hard drive to the CPU after being decompressed through system memory, finally makings its way to the GPU.
The multiple steps in this process are what lead to stuttering in games since the size of video games and their assets have grown in recent years. A bottleneck is created between the CPU and the RAM, which makes the gaming experience choppy every so often. This issue has grown more apparent as faster NVMe SSDs have become more common in gaming rigs.
This is where the RTX IO comes in, as it increases the I/O bandwidth by delivering the compressed data directly to the GPU. This creates what Nvidia refers to as a ‘minimal staging’ in the system memory. Furthermore, Team Green’s GPU decompresses the data by using the GDeflate open compression standard. Thanks to this, the CPU is free to deal with other processes.
To highlight this, Nvidia’s announcement showcased the faster texture load times and reduced disk space from the RTX IO. This technology can offer up to 5 times faster texture load times and can even lower disk space by 44 percent in Portal: Prelude RTX. WccfTech reached out to Nvidia to confirm if this technology can reduce stuttering in games. The company responded stating “RTX IO can be an aiding technology to improve stuttering by reducing the dependence on the CPU in loading textures and geometries and freeing it up to work on other tasks.”
Keep in mind that these figures were tested with the remodeled version of an old Portal RTX remaster. So it isn’t exactly the best benchmark to rely on. Although, there are new titles on the way like Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart on PC, which will feature DirectStorage 1.2 with the GPU-based compression technology that uses RTX IO. So we can expect better benchmarks soon.
Wireless charging is getting more and more popular these days. We can see this technology it in our phones and even things like AirPods. However, when we look at the usage rates, the numbers suddenly start to drop suddenly. This is mostly because wireless charging isn’t truly ‘wireless’. Your device needs to touch a charging pad, and that can be harder than just using a USB-C or Lightning cable. However, engineers at Aalto University have developed a new system that can fix this. Here are the details…
Aalto University Researchers Develop Long-Distance Wireless Charging System
As mentioned above, currently, wireless charging requires a device to be placed on a pad or dock, which isn’t much more convenient than wired charging. For example, even though I have a wireless charging pad and my phone supports this technology, I almost never use it. Experts aware of this situation aim to achieve truly wireless charging without the need for contact with any surface.
Current wireless charging technologies use magnetic induction to transfer power over short distances, but this limits the range of the charger and the amount of power that can be transferred. Of course, it is possible to increase this range. However, the efficiency of wireless charging decreases rapidly as the distance between the power source and the receiver grows. That’s why researchers have been working for some time to find a way to increase the range without sacrificing efficiency. Now, engineers at Aalto University have created a new system that could allow for more efficient wireless power transmission over longer distances.
Before going into more detail, it’s worth noting that this isn’t the work of a company like Apple or Xiaomi. Therefore, there isn’t a product you can buy in the near future. In fact, there isn’t even a product at all. The Aalto team has merely developed a new dynamic theory. While this is indeed a significant step and some tests have been conducted, it is still only a research study. However, it’s also good to remember that such studies are the foundation of all modern technologies.
The team tested the idea using two loop antennas, each 7.2 cm (2.8 in) wide. By tweaking the currents in the antennas, they were able to suppress the radiation resistance in the loops and increase the efficiency. Even when placed 18 cm apart, the power transfer efficiency remained high at over 80%. Here is the statement of the Aalto research team on the subject:
“We wanted to balance effectively transferring power with the radiation loss that always happens over longer distances,” said Nam Ha-Van, lead author of the study. “It turns out that when the currents in the loop antennas have equal amplitudes and opposite phases, we can cancel the radiation loss, thus boosting efficiency.”
You probably didn’t think that 18 cm was much, which isn’t really a great distance. But as we said, this is only the first step in technology and it is likely that it will near perfection in the future. This could have a big effect on how we use our gadgets. Especially when you consider that companies like Apple and Samsung have removed the charger from the box for some products like phones. So, what are your thoughts on this topic? Do you use wireless charging technology in your daily life?
Lenovo has launched a new laptop in India. It is a part of the brand’s Yoga lineup. The latest offering is dubbed the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i. It is a premium laptop and the striking highlight of the device is that it features dual screens. Read on to know more about it below.
Lenovo Yoga Book 9i specifications and features
The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i boasts dual full-sized OLED displays with support for touch functionality. It is capable of offering multi-mode functionality and boosts productivity. There is a 360-degree hinge that enables using the device in traditional laptop, tablet, and tent modes.
In terms of display, the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i features two 13.3-inch OLED panels bearing a resolution of 2.8K pixels. It offers a 100 percent color gamut, Dolby Vision, VESA-certified DisplayHDR, and 400 nits peak brightness. There is book mode, scroll mode, and tent mode depending on the user’s preference. The brand says that the laptop weighs only 1.39 kg and is 16mm thin.
The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i comes with a detachable Bluetooth keyboard. It also supports the brand’s Digital Pen 3 stylus input. On the audio front, the laptop is equipped with a quad-speaker array tuned by Bowers & Wilkins with support for Dolby Atmos. There is a 5MP IR webcam with a dedicated physical shutter. Lenovo also bundles a Folio stand with the laptop.
Under the hood, the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i is powered by a 13th-generation Intel Evo Core i7 processor. It is coupled with an integrated Iris Xe GPU. The laptop packs up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB SSD storage. It is backed by a 80Whr battery unit with support for fast charging. It is claimed to last up to 7.3 hours with both displays enabled and up to 14 hours with a single display.
Software-wise, the machine runs on Windows 11. Connectivity options include WiFi-6E, Bluetooth 5.1, and three USB-C Thunderbolt ports.
The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i starts at Rs 2,24,999 for the base variant. The price climbs up for higher configurations. The laptop is up for pre-booking from Lenovo exclusive stores and the brand’s website with the sales commencing from August 5. There is up to Rs 10,000 cashback on select credit cards and an exchange bonus of up to Rs 10,000 on old laptop.
The Oppo Find N3 is expected to debut around the end of August to early September in China. Schematics and specs of the device have already leaked. Now, the device has been certified in Thailand and Indonesia pointing towards a global launch.
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The Oppo Find N3, with model number CPH2499, has surfaced on Thailand’s NBTC and Indonesia’s TKDN certification databases. This is an exciting development as Oppo’s previous foldable models, Find N and Find N2, were limited to China. The appearance of Find N3 in these databases suggests that it will likely be launched in international markets outside of China.
The listings do not reveal any specifications, however, we already know all about it from a recent leak. Let’s take a look.
Oppo Find N3 specs (rumored)
Oppo Find N2
According to the leak, the Oppo Find N3 is expected to come with an impressive high-resolution 2268 x 2440 pixel screen with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. The device is anticipated to have an 8-inch foldable OLED display, along with a 6.5-inch FHD+ 120Hz cover display. Under the hood, the smartphone is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, supported by up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM, and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 internal storage. In terms of photography, the Find N3 might boast a 50MP OIS triple main camera with a periscope lens, offering 3x zoom capability.
BenQ has launched a new projector in India. It is a premium offering with top-of-the-line specifications and features. The device is called BenQ W4000i. It is said to be a game-changer in the industry and transform home entertainment. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.
BenQ W4000i specifications and features
The BenQ W4000i is a rectangular-shaped projector similar to other projectors in the market. Dimension-wise, it measures 420.5 x135 x 312mm and weighs 6.6 kg. The device has 4 LED light source (RGBB) that is said to be long-lasting. In terms of display, it offers 4K UHD resolution and 100 percent DCI-P3 coverage. The projector features 3,200 ANSI lumens. There is support for various HDR PRO technologies like HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG. The projector comes with Cinematic color technology.
The BenQ W4000i is also equipped with a 5W speaker chamber. eARC, and Dolby Atmos. There are four picture modes including 3D, Bright Cinema, Cinema, and filmmaker mode.
The BenQ W4000i is powered by Android TV and runs on Android 14. It features built-in Google Assistant and Chromecast. The projector ships with popular streaming services like Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix, and Amazon Prime. The device packs a host of connectivity options like Bluetooth, dual-band WiFi, AirPlay, HDMI ports, and USB ports.
The BenQ W4000i carries a price tag of Rs 4,00,000. It can be purchased starting today from BenQ-authorized stores across the country. Optional accessories for the projector include Android TV dongle, 3D Glasses, and remote control.
Blackview, a leading technology brand, has dedicated over a decade to crafting rugged phones that cater to customers’ needs. Their commitment to producing high-quality rugged phones for challenging environments and rugged lifestyles is unwavering. In homage to Nokia’s renowned durable products, Blackview introduces the N6000, a 4.3-inch mini rugged phone, setting new standards for mini smartphones and rugged devices.
The 4.3-inch N6000 from Blackview is designed to confront harsh environments and handle uncertain risks, including accidental drops and shocks. It combines top-notch ruggedness, with tested drop-proof capabilities the phone is designed to survive falls from a height of 5 meters and is also capable of withstanding throws from 60 meters. Additionally, it can be submerged underwater at a depth of 15 meters for 30 minutes. The phone can bear a weight of up to 20,000kg, ensuring reliable usage in demanding situations.
The N6000 stands out as the perfect rugged phone with its ideal design and functionality. Weighing just 208g and measuring a hand-friendly 65.25mm wide, it offers a comfortable grip and easy portability. The 4.3-inch QHD+ display with adjustable large fonts ensures users can grasp information at a glance and achieve effortless one-handed operation. The symmetrical design reduces hand numbness and enhances user comfort.
Additionally, the N6000 features an ultra-linear box speaker with Smart-PA, BesLoudness, and Hi-Fi Mode, delivering crystal-clear communication in noisy environments and high-quality audio for entertainment purposes. Its compact size, ease of use, and impressive audio capabilities make it the ultimate choice for those seeking a rugged phone that doesn’t compromise on convenience.
The N6000 may be compact, but it is a powerhouse of ruggedness. Drawing on the classical Blackview rugged design, this mini phone is equipped with a solid-state battery and Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Certified with IP68 & IP69K and MIL-STD 810H, it proves its durability and toughness.
The N6000’s solid-state battery brings remarkable advantages to the table, including exceptional stability under extreme temperatures, prolonged durability, and enhanced security. Despite its slim and lightweight design, the phone is equipped with a powerful 3,880mAh battery, providing an impressive standby time of up to 18 days.
In pursuit of the ultimate user experience, Blackview has invested in both hardware and software aspects of the N6000. The phone features a cutting-edge 6nm MediaTek Helio G99 processor paired with up to 16GB RAM (expandable by 8GB at no cost). Tested with an Antutu benchmark score of 403,181, the N6000 even outperforms some 5G chipsets. With 256GB ROM, it meets the demands of modern applications.
Running on Android 13-based DokeOS 3.1, the N6000 excels in efficiency. Smart Pre-loading enables 25% faster app start-up, Atomized Memory Technology ensures 17% faster and smoother performance, and LMK (Low Memory Killer) Technology guarantees 15% more efficient operation. The built-in fourfold cooling system ensures safe and continuous usage, enabling constant video streaming at 40°C with up to 15°C temperature reduction. This extraordinary performance ensures a seamless and enjoyable user experience.
The N6000 boasts the user-friendly DokeOS 3.1 UI system with streamlined interfaces, offering new apps and settings tailored to users’ needs, including the StepCount App and considerate ToolKit app. Running on the updated Android 13, it provides more personal settings like per-app language preferences and enhanced protection against malicious threats for superior privacy and information security.
In terms of photography, the N6000 excels with its remarkable camera capabilities. It features a 48MP Samsung® rear camera with TetraPixel Technology, Super-PD Auto Focus, and Smart-ISO, ensuring excellent light sensitivity even in low-light conditions. The 16MP front camera, equipped with a Quad Bayer color filter array and Re-mosaic Algorithms, captures accurate colors and fine details for a naturally airbrushed complexion.
The N6000 incorporates Blackview ArcSoft® 5.0 Algorithms and a variety of camera modes, including HDR, Night Mode, Beauty mode, Portrait Mode, and Panorama, enhancing photographic results by 15%. Additional features like Pro mode, 2K video recording with beauty mode, and Face Fill Light enable users to capture unforgettable moments with exceptional clarity and precision.
In addition to the mentioned features, the N6000 offers a plethora of highlights to enhance your daily life. Benefit from Smart Google Lens for instant translation, text extraction, and recognition. Never lose your way with 4-in-1 navigation (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, and Galileo). Stay globally connected with dual 4G VoLTE support. Access the phone swiftly with fingerprint and face unlock. Easily reach frequently used apps with the Customized Shortcut Button. Enjoy fast mobile payment and data transmission with the multi-functional NFC. The N6000 truly delivers a comprehensive and convenient user experience.
The Blackview N6000 will be available on AliExpress from July 24th to July 28th, 2023 PST, offering three color choices: orange, green, and black. Grab it at the Early Bird Price of $159.99, and for the first 200 orders, it’s even more cost-effective at $149.99. Moreover, during the global launch, Blackview will include a wristband phone holder as a gift, perfect for on-the-go usage. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your hands on this feature-packed rugged phone at an attractive price.
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Samsung fans in India can now have a look at the upcoming Galaxy F34 5G smartphone on the Flipkart store. The dedicated page shows off the device’s design as well as a few of its specifications. In all likelihood, the device may debut in the next few days in India.
Samsung Galaxy F34 5G design
Samsung Galaxy F34 5G
Users will see a waterdrop selfie cutout when they look at the Galaxy F34 5G’s flat screen. The display has even bezels on both sides, but the chin steps up in bezel size. Moving to the sides, fans will find a glossy finish with a charging port at the base of the device. Next to the charging port will be speakers and a microphone cutout.
The only buttons around the edges of this device are the power button (embedded with a fingerprint sensor) and volume rockers. On the back, it features three cameras and a flash. Each camera sensor has its own cutout, but they are arranged in a line and positioned at the top left-hand side of the rear panel. It will be available in two color options, black or green.
Samsung Galaxy F34 5G specifications
The Galaxy F34 will feature a 6.4-inch sAMOLED display that will support a 120Hz refresh rate and over 1000 nits brightness. Samsung uses Gorilla Glass 5 protection glass on the screen of this device.
Users will benefit from the no-shake 50-megapixel main camera of the Galaxy F34, meaning it will arrive with support for optical image stabilization (OIS). There are no details on the other two camera sensors, but we can expect them to be 8-megapixel ultra-wide and 2-megapixel macro lenses.
The Galaxy F34 will pack a 6000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support. Samsung claims that users will be able to get two days of life out of this on a single charge and basic usage.
Other specifications of this device are still unknown, but it will launch with a 5G-enabled processor. In all likelihood, it will be a rebranded version of the Exynos 1280-powered Galaxy M34 5G, which is available through Amazon in India.
Lenovo is set to launch a new series gaming laptops in India soon. The company announced that the latest lineup of gaming laptops is from the LOQ series under the banner of “Time to Raise the Gaming Stakes”.
Lenovo LOQ Gaming Laptops Launch: Here are All the Details
The LOQ series of gaming notebooks are built to meet the needs of Indian gamers. The series include 15-inch and 16-inch offerings that are powered by either an AMD Ryzen 7000 series or a 13th Gen Intel Core processors. The CPU is paired with Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics cards, which enables ray tracing for a more immersive gaming experience. For memory, the company teased up to 32GB of dual channel 5200MHz DDR5 RAM, 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage, and an open M.2 slot for memory expansion.
As per official notes, the new laptops will offer a 115W of Max TDP, Dynamic Boost, and a MUX switch. The screen on the upcoming laptops feature what the company calls the “PureSight” display, which offers a 15-inch and 16-inch displays (16:9 and 16:10 aspect ratio respectively). The panels also offer 165Hz refresh rate, 100 percent sRGB color gamut, and Nvidia G-Sync support.
Lenovo’s new laptops will be powered by a 60Wh battery pack that supports 140W USB Type-C charging. The Chinese PC maker claims that the fast charging can help the laptop hit 50% in just 30 minutes. For audio, the laptops house speakers that are powered by Nahimic Audio. The company will be announcing the new gaming laptops on the 1st of August 2023. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event.
The OnePlus Ace 2 Pro has received 3C certification in China, which proves that it will be launching soon. The device has appeared with model number PJA110 in 3C’s database. The certification tells how fast the coming Ace-series device from OnePlus will charge. It also hints that the device may launch in August.
OnePlus Ace 2 Pro 3C certified
OnePlus Ace 2 Pro 3C certification
A few days ago, the OnePlus Ace 2 Pro made an appearance on the Geekbench listing platform. Well, it didn’t show itself on this platform with the name ‘OnePlus Ace 2 Pro’ but instead made use of a code. The code it used on this platform was PJA110, and this is the exact code found on the 3C certification documents.
The Geekbench listing of this device revealed that the device will arrive with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 16 GB of RAM, and Android 13. The device’s 3C certification gives a hint about its charging speed. From the certification documents, it’s said the OnePlus PJA110 will launch with an 11V/13.7A (VCBEJACH) power adapter. At 11V/13.7A, this power adapter will support a 150W charging speed. Now, that’s a big upgrade from the 100W (11V/9.1A) charging speed that the Ace 2 launched with.
OnePlus Ace 2 Pro specifications (rumored)
The OnePlus Ace 2 Pro is expected to pack some impressive specifications. According to rumours, this device will pack a 5,500mAh battery capacity. The screen size here will be 6.74 inches, and it will use a curved OLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the screen display will sit an optical fingerprint sensor for security.
The SD8G2-powered device is expected to ship with up to 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage. It will run on ColorOS 13.1-based Android 13.
For photography, the Ace 2 Pro will launch with a triple rear camera sensor: a Sony IMX890 50-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The device is likely to be rebranded as the OnePlus 12R in the global market.
The race for AI supremacy is on. OpenAI is currently leading the pack with ChatGPT, but Google, Microsoft, and Baidu are slowly closing the gap. OpenAI is aware of this and isn’t just sitting around. According to reports, the company is working on a new and much more powerful AI model that can combine millions of NVIDIA GPUs together. Here are the details…
OpenAI and NVIDIA Team Up to Build World’s Most Powerful AI Model
Although many of us think of NVIDIA as the company that makes the graphics cards we use in our computers, it actually does much more than that. The tech giant has been working on artificial intelligence for a long time and is developing technologies that will be used in these area. For example, the DLSS feature found in RTX GPUs is one of the simplest examples of this. As a result, many companies, including OpenAI, use NVIDIA technologies as the brains of their own AI models.
Now, it is claimed that NVIDIA and OpenAI have made a serious deal for a new AI. As we mentioned above, the company’s first AI model ChatGPT is already benefiting from these GPUs. NVIDIA has supplied around 20,000 AI GPUs to OpenAI for the development of AI, which will be further expanded. Now, this collaboration is taking on an incredible dimension. According to the founder of Sogou, a Chinese search engine, OpenAI is already working on a more advanced AI model.
This model is said to have the capacity to connect 10 million AI GPUs together. This would be a massive undertaking, but it would also be a major breakthrough in the field of artificial intelligence. A system with 10 million GPUs would have an incredible amount of processing power. This could have a wide range of applications, from developing new medical treatments to creating more realistic virtual worlds. It could also help us to better understand the world around us and our place in it.
However, it is important to note that this project faces serious obstacles. Reports indicate that NVIDIA sold 30.34 million GPUs in 2022. While these are retail units sold to end users, it clearly shows how many 10 million graphics cards are. If such an agreement is real, it is very likely that there will be a GPU stock shortage similar to the one in the pandemic period. It is also unclear whether OpenAI can afford such a high cost. Unfortunately, we will have to wait a long time to see if all these allegations will come true.
Noise has introduced a new smart ring in the Indian market aimed to attract customers who are conscious about their health and fitness. It is a sleek and stylish smart ring made of titanium, designed to track over 70 health and fitness metrics. Let’s take a look at its features in more detail.
Noise Luna Ring specs & features
The Luna Ring is designed to be comfortable and fit like a second skin, with a sleek 3mm form factor made of lightweight and durable fighter-jet grade titanium. It’s also resistant to scratches and corrosion. The smooth inner shell and gentle outer edge make it comfortable to wear for long periods.
With advanced sensors, the Luna Ring can track over 70 metrics, including heart rate, blood oxygen levels, sleep, activity, and body temperature. The PPG sensor and 3-axis accelerometer ensure precise tracking, capturing subtle changes in your health and movements. The optical sensors align accurately with your finger for better results.
The Luna Ring uses built-in algorithms developed with Noise’s expertise to provide accurate measurements. It’s designed to work with different skin tones, delivering consistent and effective data. The personalized nudges offer insights and alerts to help you make real-time health choices.
You can access health data on the NoiseFit App, a top-rated health and fitness app, without any subscription fees. The app provides comprehensive information on sleep, activity, heart rate, and body temperature, along with personalized recommendations to improve your health.
The Luna Ring is compatible with iOS 14 and Android 6 and above. It’s also water-resistant up to 50m or 164 ft, allowing you to wear it while swimming or showering. With a battery life of up to 7 days on a single 60-minute charge, the Luna Ring ensures you can wear it all day without worrying about the battery running out.
Price & availability
Although the brand has not revealed the pricing of the Luna Ring, it is offering a priority access pass for Rs. 2,000 with the following benefits:
An additional discount of INR 1,000 on the day of the purchase, giving a direct cash benefit of INR 3,000 to pass holders
Customers with Priority Access pass also get to purchase Noise i1 smart eyewear at a 50% discounted price, i.e., INR 4,499 only
Pass holders would also be eligible for free liquid/damage/theft insurance worth INR 2000
Additionally, other enticing brand offers and assured bundled benefits are also available to the pass holders exclusively, allowing them to experience and elevate their lifestyle with the state-of-the-art wearable, Luna Ring by Noise.
The iQOO Z7 Pro 5G’s launch was just recently teased in India. But now, a new leak has revealed the pricing, key specifications, and the possible launch timeline of the upcoming device. So here are all the details.
iQOO Z7 Pro Specifications
The latest leak arrives from known tipster Paras Guglani. The Chinese smartphone maker’s new Z7 Pro 5G model will reportedly sport a tall 6.78-inch AMOLED display that features curved edges and a 120Hz refresh rate. This model will likely also feature a Full HD+ resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio as well. Under the hood, the Z7 Pro could be equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC that is paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage.
The device will likely run on Android 13 OS out of the box, with a Funtouch OS 13 custom skin. Guglani claims that the new iQOO handset will be powered by a 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 66W fast charging. On the rear, it will apparently feature a dual camera setup that consists of a 64-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary shooter. Meanwhile, the front may house a 16-megapixel selfie camera.
Pricing & Launch Date
Tipster Paras Guglani shared that the iQOO Z7 Pro 5G will go on sale in India with a price range between 25,000 INR and 30,000 INR. In other words, it will likely take compete with the OnePlus Nord CE 3 in India. He further added that the company will host a launch event in the country during the first or second week of next month. So stick around for more, as we will be covering any updates regarding this device.
Last week, Xiaomi launched the TV A Series smart televisions in India. As scheduled, the TVs are now available to purchase from the Xiaomi India website.
Xiaomi TV A Series pricing & offers
The Xiaomi Smart TV A series offers different models with attractive pricing. The 32-inch model starts at Rs 13,999, while the 40-inch and 43-inch variants are priced at Rs 22,999 and Rs 24,999, respectively. Currently, these TVs are available for purchase on mi.com, and they will soon be made available on Flipkart and in various retail stores.
As for special offers, ICICI Credit card users purchasing the TV will get ₹1,500 discount. Additionally, Bajaj EMI card users will get a chance to win a Travel voucher worth up to ₹5,000.
Xiaomi TV A Series specs
The Xiaomi Smart TV A series comes in three screen sizes: 32, 40, and 43 inches, all featuring a sleek metal bezel-less design. The 32-inch model has an HD resolution, and the 40 and 43-inch models feature FHD+ panels.
The TVs feature a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees, along with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate if you want to stream high refresh rate content on the TV. Internally, these smart TVs are powered by a robust quad-core A35 processor, supported by 1.5GB of RAM and 8GB of onboard storage, ensuring smooth performance. Built-in Chromecast and Google Assistant add to the convenience of these televisions, offering seamless connectivity and control.
Running on Google TV with Xiaomi’s user-friendly PatchWall+ UI on top, these TVs provide a host of features like Mi Home integration, IMDb, Live TV, universal search, and a dedicated kids mode. The package comes complete with a Bluetooth-enabled remote control, equipped with Quick Mute and Quick Wake functionalities for effortless control.
In the audio department, the Xiaomi Smart TV A series impresses with two 20W speakers, tuned by Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual: X. For gaming, there is the auto-low latency mode (ALLM) present onboard.
The Xiaomi Smart TV A series offers multiple connectivity options, including dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5 for enhanced wireless connectivity. Additionally, the televisions feature two HDMI ports, two USB ports, and a 3.5mm jack, catering to various external device connections.
Oppo K11 has been announced in China. It is the second K-series phone after the Oppo K11x, which was announced earlier this year in the Chinese market. The K11, which seems to be a China-exclusive device, bears resemblance to the OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G available in the global market. The two phones differ in major departments like rear design and charging capabilities. Here is a look at the specifications, features, and price of the Oppo K11.
Oppo K11 specifications and features
OPPO K11
The Oppo K11 has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that offers a Ful HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, a 2160Hz PWM high-frequency dimming, up to 500 nits of brightness, 10-bit colours, a 394 ppi pixel density, and P3 wide colour gamut. As far as display design is concerned, it features a flat screen with a centrally aligned punch-hole. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.
On the front, the Oppo K11 has a 16-megapixel camera, that offers up to 30fps Full HD video recording. The back panel of the phone has a Sony IMX890 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS support. It is equipped with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens with a 112-degree FOV and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The flagship-grade Sony IMX890 can take in 84.3 percent more light, which allows it to capture clearer images and videos. The phone comes with support for up to 4K 30 fps video recording.
The Snapdragon 782G chipset is at the helm of the Oppo K11, along with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. According to the brand, the 12GB+512GB variant of the phone scored 719,702 points on AnTuTu benchmarks. The K11 comes equipped with 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB / 512 GB of internal storage. There is a dedicated microSD card slot on the device for expanding its storage.
OPPO K11
The Oppo K11 has a 5,000mAh dual-cell battery with 100W charging support. In comparison, the OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G offers 80W charging. According to OPPO, the K11 can achieve a full charge in just 26 minutes using the in-box 100W charger. Furthermore, the brand claims that the K11’s battery can remain in healthy condition at or above 80 percent even after undergoing 1600 charge-discharge cycles. Hence, the K11 can remain in excellent condition even after four years of continuous use.
The Oppo K11 features a graphite heat dissipation unit, which offers 23 percent better thermal conductivity than standard graphite. It also features a large liquid-cooled vapour chamber heatsink, measuring 4129mm², providing superior heat dissipation for a cooler gaming experience. The K11 ships with the Android 13 OS, which is overlaid with ColorOS 13.1. The K11 is packed with other features, such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, an X-axis linear motor, an IR blaster, a USB-C port, and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support. Lastly, the K11 measures 8.23mm in thickness and weighs 184 grams.
Oppo K11 price in China
The Oppo K11 has arrived in China in three configurations: 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage. These variants are priced at 1,899 Yuan (~$266), 1,999 Yuan (~$280), and 2,499 Yuan (~$350), respectively. It comes in shades like Moon Shadow Grey and Glacier Blue.
The phone is now up for pre-orders in China. During the pre-sale period, the starting two variants will be available with a 100 Yuan discount. It will be up for purchase starting Aug. 1. There is no word on whether the K11 will be released in markets outside of China.
In related news, Oppo is expected to hold a major launch event in August in China. It is expected to see the arrival of multiple devices, such as the Find N3 foldable phone, the Oppo Pad Air tablet, and the Oppo Watch 5 series.
Sony has just launched the new ECM-M1 digital shotgun microphone in India, which has a compact design. It offers various functions and features. So here are all the finer details regarding its specs and pricing.
Sony ECM-M1 Specs & Features
The Sony ECM-M1 features 8 distinct audio recording modes, which users can switch between using the dial on the rear, which also features a lock button to prevent mode switching by accident. Furthermore, this new shotgun mic also brings advanced beamforming and digital processing technology from its 4 microphone capsules. The device offers an ultra-directional mode that can record sounds from a 30-degree width at the front while suppressing sounds from any other sources.
The ECM-M1 comes in black and has a light and compact design. This makes it easy to clip into any camera that is compatible with the Multi Interface Shoe for direct power and audio connection. In other words, you won’t need a separate cable or batteries for this microphone. This model weighs just 65 grams and measures 72.2mm x 40mm x 64.4 mm in dimensions.
Pricing & Availability
The Japanese tech giant will start sales for the ECM-M1 compact shotgun microphone on 28th July 2023. It has a price tag of 33,000 INR and will be available for purchase from Sony Centers, Alpha Flagship stores, Amazon, Flipkart, and other major electronic stores and retailers in India.
Just last week, we reported on Sony offering great discounts for the PlayStation 5. Now, this new limited-time deal for the PS5 is finally live, and is available on both the standard Disc Edition and the Digital Edition, starting today (25th July 2023).
Sony PS5 Discount in India: Pricing & Availability
The standard Sony PS5 Disc Edition in India has come down to 47,490 INR thanks to a notable 7,500 INR discount. For those unaware, the Japanese tech giant’s console is usually sold in the region for 54,990 INR. This deal is currently available on multiple platforms like Flipkart, Amazon, ShopatSC, Reliance Digital, and Vijay Sales. Furthermore, buyers on Flipkart can avail an additional 3,000 INR discount, while Amazon users can expect a 2,000 INR discount.
In other words, the Sony PS5 console has an effective price tag of just 44,490 INR. There are no-cost EMI options on the two e-retailers’ websites as well. Apart from this, there are bank offers and cashback deals when purchasing the PS5. This lowers the price even further when paired with the aforementioned discounts.
It is worth noting that the Sony PS5 discount in India has already kicked off, but will only continue till August 7. This marks a major discount since the console has never sold for such a low price tag in the country. So if you’re interested in getting your hands on one of these, I suggest you hurry.
After recently launching the NoiseFit Halo Plus, NoiseFit Nova, and NoiseFit Arc smartwatches in India, the brand has now debuted the Noise ColorFit Spark in India. The smartwatch comes with a sleek design, numerous watch face options, Bluetooth calling capabilities, health monitoring features, and extensive fitness tracking options.
Noise ColorFit Spark specs
The Noise ColorFit Spark smartwatch features a square dial with a 2″ TFT LCD screen. It has a silicone strap, available in various attractive shades. With over 150 watch faces to choose from, users can easily customize their watch to suit their style.
One standout feature is the incorporation of Noise Tru Sync technology, enabling Bluetooth calling (Bluetooth 5.3) with seamless pairing and minimal power consumption. Alongside this, the smartwatch offers a comprehensive Noise Health Suite, encompassing 24×7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2 measurement, sleep tracking, stress management, and a dedicated female cycle tracker.
Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the versatility of this smartwatch, as it offers an extensive selection of 100+ sports modes to cater to various workout preferences. Additionally, the ColorFit Spark battery capable of lasting up to 7 days on a single charge. However, with Bluetooth calling it lasts for around 2 days.
Price & availability
The Noise ColorFit Spark will be available at an introductory price of Rs. 1,999. It comes in Forest Green, Charcoal Grey, Silver Grey, Cobalt Blue, Deep Wine, and Jet Black colors. The smartwatch will be up for purchase on the company’s website and Amazon.in, starting from July 25th at 12 P.M.
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