Huawei is set to unveil its highly anticipated Pangu AI model at the upcoming Huawei Developer Conference 2023 (Cloud) on July 7th. This new model is expected to bring significant technological advancements to the cloud community.
Clear Positioning: Pangu Model’s Focus on Industry Applications
During the event, several keynote speakers will address the audience. Zhang Pingan, Executive Director of Huawei and CEO of Huawei Cloud will deliver a keynote speech titled “Everything is a Service, AI Reshape Thousands of Industries.” Additionally, You Peng, Director of Huawei Cloud EI Service Product Department, Tian Qi, Chief Scientist of Huawei Cloud Artificial Intelligence, and Yao Jun, Director of Huawei Noah’s Ark Laboratory, will share insights on the Pangu model.
The Pangu model will be positioned as “born for the industry,” marking a clear focus on industry-specific applications. Huawei will also announce the full-stack innovation of the Pangu basic model, along with the introduction of the “refining technique” for the industry model.
Notably, the Pangu AI model boasts impressive specifications. It is the first Chinese pre-training large model with 100 billion parameters in the field of natural language processing (NLP). Furthermore, the computer vision (CV) large model reaches a groundbreaking milestone of 3 billion parameters, enabling both discrimination and generation capabilities. The CV large model also demonstrates exceptional small sample learning ability on ImageNet, making it a pioneering achievement in the industry.
Moreover, Huawei’s Pangu meteorological large model provides second-level weather forecasts, while Zidong Taichu stands as the world’s first map, text, and audio three-modal large model.
The unveiling of the Pangu AI model at the Huawei Developer Conference 2023 (Cloud) is expected to bring forth significant advancements in AI technology, setting the stage for enhanced applications across various industries.
Baseus, an established Chinese electronics manufacturer, has launched two new affordable charging accessories. One is a T-Space docking station, specially designed for Tesla vehicles, which offers additional charging ports. The other is a mini travel power strip that allows you to charge your phone and laptop on the go. Here are their detailed pricing and specifications.
Charging on the go
The Baseus T-Space docking station is crafted using 1:1 original car scanning and mold opening, ensuring it doesn’t interfere with the opening and closing of the storage box. The docking station utilizes a combination of metal and plastic materials, with space gray and star black color matching, providing a texture comparable to Tesla’s original car center console.
The expansion dock features two USB-A and one USB-C interface. Additionally, it includes a retractable USB-C cable with magnetic suction functionality, enabling iOS device charging through the C-to-L adapter. The docking station comes with an adapter storage slot, allowing you to conveniently insert the adapter when not in use to prevent loss. The retractable cable supports a powerful 45W PD output, while the USB-C interface offers fast charging output of up to 30W, and the USB-A interface provides a maximum output of 12W.
Talking about the mini travel power strip, it boasts a 1-meter cable length and supports power transmission specifications of 250V10A (2500W Max). It is also equipped with conversion plugs for European standard and British standard outlets, ensuring compatibility wherever you go. It is designed to be compact and fits easily with your luggage.
The expansion dock supports Tesla Model 3 and Model Y models, and it has been priced at 299 Yuan ($41). The mini power strip costs 27 Yuan ($3.7).
The Rogbid Tank M1 smartwatch has been announced. The new Rogbid smartwatch comes with MIL-STD-810 military-grade specification as well as IP69 protection. The Rogbid Tank M1 adopts a new color scheme and design from its predecessor. The new colors make the Rogbid Tank M1 stand out from previous iterations.
The Rogbid Tank M1 has a unique appearance in addition to its eminent features. It is made of high-grade aluminum-zinc alloy material with high resistance against corrosion. It has a rotating crown for home and return functions, as well as other shortcut keys for convenient use. The watch also offers water resistance for increased durability and MIL-STD-810 certification. The Rogbid Tank M1 is well-suited for intense workouts and outdoor activities. The watch has a 1.45-inch HD display that offers clarity of visuals.
The new Rogbid smartwatch offers a bouquet of health and fitness monitoring features including blood oxygen (SpO2), heart rate, sleep, and menstrual cycle for females. There are more than 100 sports modes on the gadget, offering a variety of options to choose from. The smartwatch features a built-in speaker and dial pad for calls. The watch supports Bluetooth calling and the voice assistant enables seamless interaction. Smart notifications are also available with the Rogbid Tank M1, as well as camera and music control. You can also get real-time weather updates, alarm notifications, and other features. The Rogbid Tank M1 has a 680mAh battery that provides usage times up to 40 days.
The Rogbid Tank M1 is originally priced at $89.99 but Rogbid is offering a 50% discount on the product. It therefore currently costs $45 with a discount coupon. The product can be purchased from the official Rogbid website and on Aliexpress.
Asus is set to unveil its latest smartphone, the Asus Zenfone 10, on June 29. Building upon the immense success of its predecessor, the Zenfone 9, this new device is expected to retain the winning combination of a compact design and top-of-the-line specifications. Anticipation among tech enthusiasts and users alike is high as they eagerly await the launch of the Zenfone 10. Here is a roundup of all the information currently available about the upcoming smartphone.
Design & display
According to leaked renders, the design of the Asus Zenfone 10 shows minimal changes compared to its predecessor. The device appears to retain a similar body design, featuring two prominent cutouts on the rear for the cameras, enclosed by metallic rings. The edges of the phone remain flat, with a slight curvature, aimed at enhancing the ergonomics and grip of the device. The smartphone is expected to sport a metal frame and plastic rear construction.
Similar to its predecessor, the Zenfone 10 is anticipated to have the volume rocker and power button positioned on the right side of the device. Asus seems to be retaining the smart key feature for the power button, enabling users to access shortcuts such as app opening, Google Assistant, and notification shade pull-down by utilizing the power button. However, the side-mounted fingerprint scanner is apparently gone.
Up front, the device is said to feature a 5.9-inch AMOLED display that supports Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Like last year, the selfie camera is tucked away in the top corner, however, the device has a considerably slimmer chin bezel compared to its predecessor. Lastly, the display is rumored to feature an in-display fingerprint scanner.
Performance
The Zenfone 10 is expected to deliver impressive performance, thanks to its utilization of the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset from Qualcomm. This chipset stands as the most advanced and powerful option currently available to consumers. Built on TSMC’s 4nm process, the chipset incorporates a Cortex-X3 prime core running at 3.2GHz, along with four performance cores clocked at 2.8GHz and three efficiency cores operating at 2.0GHz. Leaked Geekbench scores of the Zenfone 10 showcase the prowess of this chipset, with the device achieving a single-core score of 2008 points and a multi-core score of 5454 points in the Geekbench 6 tests.
Asus Zenfone 10
Reports claim that the device will ship in 8 GB / 16 GB of RAM variants, accompanied by 256 GB / 512 GB of native storage. To the surprise of many, Asus has successfully incorporated a sizable 5,000mAh battery into the compact 5.9-inch Zenfone 10. It has also been confirmed that the device will support wireless charging. However, exact details regarding the charging capabilities of the device are currently unavailable. In the previous model, Asus offered 30W fast charging technology, so it is reasonable to anticipate a similar or slightly improved charging solution for the Zenfone 10.
Software-wise, we can expect a pretty clean and near-stock Android 13 with some quirky customization. Additionally, the Zenfone 10 will boast an IP68 rating, indicating its dust- and water-resistant capabilities. Noteworthy features of the Zenfone 10 include dual speakers for an enhanced audio experience, a 3.5mm audio jack for convenient headphone connectivity, and a USB-C port for charging and data transfer.
Camera
Major upgrades are allegedly coming in the camera department as the Zenfone 10 is jumping straight to a 200MP primary camera from the 50MP sensor on its predecessor. Allegedly, the sensor used will be the same ISOCELL HP2 sensor featured in the Galaxy S23 Ultra. This sensor impressively houses 200 million 0.6-micrometer (μm) pixels within a 1/1.3-inch optical sensor size.
Similar to the S23 Ultra, the sensor on the Zenfone 10 is likely to capture pixel-binned photos at 12.5MP (using 16-in-1 binning) or 50MP (using 4-in-1 binning). It remains to be seen if Asus will also offer the option for capturing 200MP raw shots. Other than the 200MP camera, the back will also feature an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens. Stabilization while filming and shooting videos will be handled by a six-axis Gaimball stabilizer. Lastly, a 32-megapixel selfie camera will be housed in a corner punch-hole.
Pricing
A leak last month revealed that the pricing of the device will be increased by $50, meaning that the phone will have a starting price of $699, while the 8GB RAM/256GB and 16GB RAM/256GB configurations will cost $749 and $799, respectively. However, we advise readers to take this information with a pinch of salt and wait for the official reveal on June 29.
The electric vehicle market is heating up. Young companies like Tesla and BYD are leading the way, but century-old car manufacturers are trying to catch up. One such manufacturer is Aston Martin. Most recently, the company has struck a deal with Lucid Group to gain access to its “high-performance” EV technology. Here are the details…
How the Aston Martin and Lucid Partnership Will Benefit Both Companies
Aston Martin is partnering with Lucid Group to get its hands on the U.S. company’s high-performance electric vehicle technologies. Aston Martin will pay Lucid $232 million in cash and shares, and in return, it will get access to Lucid’s battery technology, electric powertrains, and software. Aston Martin plans to launch its first EV in 2025, and this partnership with Lucid will give it the technology it needs to develop a competitive product. So, why does Aston Martin need such a merger?
Aston Martin needs a merger to help it afford the transition to eco-friendly vehicles. The transition is costly, and car manufacturers worldwide are pledging billions of dollars to develop low-emission technology. Smaller manufacturers like Aston Martin don’t have the resources to make this transition on their own, so they need to partner with other companies. This allows them to share the costs and risks of developing new technologies.
The deal was welcomed by investors, who sent Aston Martin’s shares up by nearly 15% on Monday. According to the latest reports, the shares are now trading at their highest level in over a year. Lawrence Stroll, executive chairman of Aston Martin, said the deal with Lucid was “a significant step forward in our electrification strategy.” He added that the partnership would “allow us to accelerate our plans to bring to market a range of highly competitive electric vehicles.”
Apple is set to debut more products later this year. Earlier this month at WWDC, the company unveiled the Vision Pro headset, M2 Mac Pro and Mac Studio, 15-inch M2 MacBook Air, and made a host of other software announcements. Now, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has revealed the Cupertino tech giant’s plans for the second half of this year and the first half of 2024.
Apple’s product roadmap for the second half of 2023 and early 2024 tipped
Gurman in his latest ‘Power On’ newsletter reveals that Apple is planning to unveil the second iteration of its rugged Apple Watch Ultra that debuted last year. It will tag along with two new Apple Watch Series 9 models. The second generation Apple Watch Ultra is codenamed N210 whereas the Watch Series 9 models have codenames N207 and N208. The wearable devices are expected to debut alongside the iPhone 15 series in September this year.
Gurman’s newsletters also mentions that new iPad Pro models with OLED screens codenamed J717 and J720 could launch this fall at iPhone 15 event. The Cupertino-based tech giant has traditionally announced iPad Pro models in September. Apple could also announce new Macs with 24-inch screens codenamed J433 and J434 later this year. Gurman adds that he is told Apple is working on a new iMac with a 30-inch display.
As for MacBooks, devices in the pipeline include M3-powered 13-inch MacBook Pro codenamed J504, 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pros with M3 Pro and M3 Max codenamed J514 and J516 respectively. There are also expected to be new MacBook Air modes codenamed J613 and J615.
Apple is also working on a new iPad Air codenamed J507 that could replace the current M1-powered Air model that debuted last year. Gurman adds that there are a few other products in development including the third-gen AirPods Pro and Apple TV set-top box. The next generation will reportedly not arrive until 2025.
LG Electronics has started the sale of its new XBOOM series of portable tower speakers in the US. The company’s new portable tower speakers offer a long battery life and impressive speakers. So here are all the details.
LG XBOOM XL7 & XL5 portable tower speakers specifications
The South Korean giant had announced the XBOOM series of portable tower speakers earlier this year. Now, these models have gone on sale, with one of their highlight features being their long 20 hours battery life when running on 50 percent volume levels. As the name suggests, the tower speakers are built to be portable without sacrificing sound quality and power since XBOOM was built for outdoor events as well as party rooms, workshops and other applications.
Talking about its design, the portable tower speakers offer is even equipped with wheels and handles that lets you wheel around the speaker. It even features a unique pixel LEDs that adds to its retro styling. Since it is built with outdoor events in mind, it even offers IPX4 rating for protection against water. Among the new XBOOM speakers, the XL7 is the higher end model with a 2.1 channel system with a maximum output of 250W. On the other hand, the XL5 houses 200W speakers and offers up to 12 hours of battery life.
The new LG XBOOM speakers can be controlled remotely via an XBOOM application from partner smartphones. This even allows users to display text or animated characters on the LEDs at the top of the speakers. The LG XBOOM XL7 portable tower speaker has gone on sale for 499.99 US Dollars, while the XBOOM XL5 is available for purchase for 349.99 US Dollars. Both models will be sold via LG Stores and other partner retailers.
Huawei is apparently planning on launching a new generation of Mate series of flagship smartphones. The company’s Mate 60 series launch could be right around the corner, so here are all the details.
Huawei’s supply chain begins moving for the Mate 60 production
According to a new report, the Chinese tech giant’s supply chain has begun supplying the company for the production of the next gen flagship series. In other words, the Mate 60 could be announced in the market soon. Notably, the brand announced the P60 lineup of flagship phones earlier this year. So if the Mate 60 series is launching soon, it would appear that the traditional dual flagship launch cycle of Huawei might be returning.
Huawei Mate 50
If this report is accurate, the Mate 60 series is expected to launch sometime in the second half of this year. As of right now, finer details regarding the upcoming Mate 60 like its specifications are still unclear. However, it is believed that the Mate 60 will also arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ series processor, although this chip will be lacking the 5G modem. In other words, it could be limited to 4G networking, similar to the P60 series that was announced previously.
The P60 model featured the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the higher end P60 Pro and P60 Art variants were powered by the more powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. So we can expect the Mate 60 to possibly arrive with these same chips or maybe even a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 series chipset. Keep in mind that this is still just an unconfirmed report as of right now, so stay tuned for more updates regarding this matter.
Samsung is confirmed to launch the Galaxy M34 5G smartphone in India soon. The device bagged FCC certification earlier today. The upcoming M-series phone is set to arrive as the successor to the last year’s Galaxy M33 5G. The smartphone is already confirmed to be available for purchase from Amazon. Now, the e-commerce platform has updated the microsite of the Galaxy M34 5G that reveals vital details of the device.
Samsung Galaxy M34 5G key features teased
The Galaxy M34 5G microsite on Amazon reveals that Samsung conducted a survey to ask users which are the most preferred smartphone features. 2 percent said OIS camera whereas 5 percent mentioned more than 5,000mAh battery unit. 10 percent of users said sAMOLED screen while 20 percent voted for extended OS upgrades and security updates. Lastly, 23 percent of users preferred a fast processor. 40 percent of users said that they prefer all of the above specifications in a smartphone.
Below the poll, the microsite has text that says ‘We heard you’, and then below, it says introducing the all-new Galaxy M34 5G to meet all your needs. This suggests that the upcoming smartphone may come with all the aforementioned features. As per the microsite, the device is confirmed to feature triple rear cameras stacked vertically on the back panel. The rest of the details of the Galaxy M34 5G remain under wraps for now.
As per leaks and rumors, the Galaxy M34 5G is expected to come with a 6.6-inch sAMOLED display bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will reportedly be backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 25W charging as per FCC certification. The upcoming offering is tipped to be powered by a Dimensity 7050 SoC which is a rebranded Dimensity 1080.
TSMC is the world’s largest chipmaker. They make chips for a wide range of industries, from smartphones to cars to data centers. Their chips are in almost every piece of technology we use in our daily lives. This makes TSMC very busy, and they are constantly producing chips. However, even this is not enough, as the production capacity of their new Kumamoto factory is already fully booked before it has even started mass production. Here are the details…
TSMC and Sony Partner to Meet Growing Demand for Automotive Chips
TSMC is always looking for ways to meet the ever-increasing demand for its chips. To do this, the company not only upgrades its existing production facilities, but also builds new ones. One of these new facilities is the Kumamoto factory in Japan. The Kumamoto factory cost TSMC more than $8.6 billion to build. It is scheduled to start mass production in 2024 and will employ around 1,700 people. The project is so big and important that it was a collaboration between TSMC and Sony Semiconductor Solutions.
Sony and TSMC has indicated that the demand for semiconductors will outstrip the supply that can be provided by the TSMC Kumamoto plant. This news has been revealed by Terushi Shimizu, President and CEO of Sony Semiconductor Solutions. The plant has already received a large order from Honda, and the increasing interest in electric vehicles is expected to lead to even more orders. Industry experts believe that the partnership between Sony and TSMC will help the plant reach its full capacity early on.
Moreover, this isn’t the only possible solution. One possibility is that TSMC will build a second wafer production facility in Japan. TSMC’s chairman, Mark Liu, has said that the company is considering this option, but no final decision has been made. If TSMC does decide to build a second plant in Japan, it would likely be located near the current plant in Kumamoto. The Japanese government is eager to attract more investment from TSMC, so it is expected to offer the company substantial subsidies.
Oppo is set to launch the Reno 10 series in the Indian market soon. But ahead of its official release, the company has teased the upcoming Reno 10 Pro+, showcasing its new camera technology. So let’s have a look.
Oppo Reno 10 Pro+ features new periscope lens
The Chinese tech giant’s top end Reno 10 model will feature a new periscope lens to its rear camera module. This new lens also enables the device to be thinner and lighter than the traditional telephoto shooter found in smartphones in the industry. But apart from just its design, it even offers new functionality as well. The periscope lens can offer up to 3x optical zoom that can take portrait shots as well.
In other words, one can take portrait shots from not only the primary wide sensor, but the telephoto lens as well. Portrait shots offer a soft bokeh effect and can compress distant elements in a scene that involves a monument, mountain, or building in the background. To avoid the camera lens being thicker, Oppo used a method of arranging the telephoto shooter in a periscope design with the lenses stacked and turned sideways.
The telephoto portrait camera offers a 64 megapixel resolution, which is the highest in the industry for a 1/2 inch image sensor. The 3x optical zoom can hit a whopping 120x magnification with hybrid zoom technology. On the other hand, the sensor also has a minimum focus distance of 25cm. With the Reno 10 series, the brand aims to offer a flagship grade mobile photography experience.
The Reno 10 Pro+ model has a 50 megapixel Sony IMX890 sensor, which has a 1/1.56 inch size and optical image stabilization as well. Alongside this camera, there is even an 8 megapixel Son IMX355 ultra wide angle lens that has a 112 degree field of view. Meanwhile, the front houses a 32 megapixel Sony IMX709 selfie camera that comes with autofocus support and facial recognition even in low light scenarios.
OnePlus is gearing up to launch the Nord 3 and the Nord CE 3 smartphones on July 5 in India. Although the brand has not made any official announcements, the Nord 3 is expected to launch on the same date in Europe. Earlier today, we shared details about the OnePlus Nord 3’s leaked Indian pricing. Now, tipster Ishan Aggarwal has leaked the European pricing of the device.
As per a tweet from Ishan, the OnePlus Nord 3 is anticipated to debut in Europe with a base price of €449. This pricing will apply to the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, while the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model is expected to be priced at €549. Now let’s explore the potential specifications of the device.
OnePlus Nord 3 specs (rumored)
The upcoming OnePlus Nord 3 is rumored to feature a large 6.74-inch display with a 1.5K resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is expected to be powered by a Dimensity 9000 processor, offering powerful performance. Users will have the flexibility to choose from configurations with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM.
In terms of battery, the Nord 3 is speculated to pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for fast charging at 80W using VOOC technology. Moving to the camera department, leaks suggest a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro unit. For selfies, it is anticipated to have a 16MP front-facing camera.
Noteworthy features of the device may include dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, efficient heat management with a 4129.8mm(sq) VC cooling chamber, and the convenience of an alert slider. Other expected features include NFC, an X-Axis Linear motor, and an IR blaster. Pre-installed on the device, users can likely expect OxygenOS 13.1 for a smooth and customizable user experience.
Huawei is barred from selling 5G devices for years. But the company has managed to push some of its products with 5G connectivity through partners. It continues to do this.
For the unaware, Huawei has partnerships with multiple companies, like TD Tech, Wiko, and China Post. These companies sell select Huawei phones with 5G under their own brands.
Since these firms are not owned by Huawei, they can legally sell 5G products. For instance, China Post sells 5G versions of Huawei Nova series handsets. As per a new leak, it will introduce a new model pretty soon.
A tipster on Weibo who goes by ‘Mr. Pengoeng is here’ has shared a few pictures of Hi Nova 11 dummy units. As the name suggests, this device will be a 5G version of the Huawei Nova 11.
The Hi Nova 11 will succeed the Hi Nova 10 from last year. Currently, it is not known if there will be a pro variant.
Going by the images, the Hi Nova 11 will be almost identical to the Huawei Nova 11 with a few exceptions. First and foremost, it will offer 5G support, and secondly, it will probably lack satellite connectivity. Further, the leaker suggests that it may not use Kunlun glass for display protection.
According to the pictures, the phone will be available in at least two colors, such as white and green. For comparison, the original comes in four hues, including black and gold.
As far as confirmed specs from the images are concerned, the Hi Nova 11 will arrive with a 6.88mm thin body, a 60MP front-facing camera, a 50MP rear camera, and 66W fast-wired charging support.
Just like the previous Hi Nova handsets, this one may also remain exclusive to mainland China.
The highly anticipated Nothing Phone (2) is set to launch on July 11th in India and around the globe. Ahead of the launch, the brand has confirmed the pre-order date of the Nothing Phone (2) for Indian customers. The Flipkart microsite of the smartphone has revealed that the Nothing Phone (2) will be available to pre-order starting June 29, at 12 PM.
Pre-ordering the Nothing Phone (2) smartphone comes with exciting special offers, including a 50% discount on the Nothing Ear (stick) while stocks last. You can also enjoy a 50% discount on the Nothing accessories package. Additionally, there are instant cashback options available with leading banks. In addition to revealing the offers, the brand has also clarified the entire pre-order process which you can check out below.
How to pre-order the Nothing Phone (2)
On June 29th after 12PM go to the pre-order page on Flipkart and pay Rs. 2000 refundable deposit to secure the phone
Come back between 11th July 9PM and 20th July 11:59 PM
Choose the variant
Pay the remaining balance and claim your order with pre-order offers
Get the Phone (2) before the sale begins
The open sale for the Nothing Phone (2) is expected to begin on July 21. To help you determine whether it’s worth pre-ordering, take a look at the leaked specifications listed below.
Nothing Phone (2) specs (rumored)
According to recent reports, the upcoming Nothing Phone (2) is expected to sport a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a likely FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is also anticipated to feature an in-screen fingerprint sensor for added security. The device will run on Nothing OS 2.0, which is based on Android 13. Notably, Nothing has been confirmed that Phone (2) users will receive three years of Android OS upgrades and four years of security updates.
Nothing Phone (2) alleged render
Powering the Nothing Phone (2) will be the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. The device is likely to come equipped with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage for smooth performance. As for the battery, the Phone (2) is confirmed to house a 4,700mAh capacity. However, details regarding the fast charging capabilities and camera specifications are yet to be disclosed.
Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo are all competing for gamers’ attention. Sony is currently ahead with the PS5, but Microsoft is trying to close the gap. One of Microsoft’s biggest weapons is Game Pass, a service that lets you play a wide variety of games for a monthly fee. Usually, Game Pass costs $10/month, but you can now get a 36-month subscription for less than $70. Here are the details…
How to Get a 36-Month Game Pass Ultimate for Cheap
Microsoft offers three versions of Game Pass: one for PC users, one for Xbox owners, andGame Pass Ultimate, which combines both. The prices for these plans vary depending on the country, as companies often adjust their prices to reflect local economic conditions. This can create loopholes that people living in other countries can take advantage of. For example, Game Pass Ultimate is only $14.99/month in the US, but it’s only $1,74/month in Turkey. And yes, you can also buy a 36-month subscription at this price.
Get a prepaid bank card linked to establishments in Turkey.
Create a new Microsoft account.
Set your location to Turkey using a VPN. This will make it look like you’re in Turkey, so you can get the local price for Game Pass.
Create a new Microsoft account. You can’t use your existing account, however it will be linked to your current location, and you need to change it.
Get a prepaid bank card linked to establishments in Turkey. You can find these online, or you can ask a friend in Turkey to help you.
Note: We can’t recommend any specific prepaid bank, but there are many reputable institutions in Turkey where you can open an account online. Just do your research carefully before you choose one.
Once you’ve completed the steps above, you can start your subscription for 44.99 TL by clicking “Join” on the page that appears when you click here. However, that’s not the end of it. You’ll need to click “Extend Subscription” on the same page to continue your subscription. Unfortunately, Microsoft Turkey only allows you to purchase more than one-month subscriptions at once. This means you’ll need to repeat the process. Additionally, the extension option may disappear from time to time. If this happens, you’ll need to turn off the auto-renewal option by clicking here.
Method Two
If you don’t want to go through all the steps mentioned above, you can buy a Game Pass Ultimate gift card from an e-commerce site in Turkey. You can use a VPN to create a Turkish account and redeem the code to get a 36-month subscription. However, the prices in Turkey have increased, so this option may be more expensive. You can also do the same thing for a standard Game Pass subscription, but you can only extend your subscription for 12 months with this version.
Last year, Vivo launched the Vivo X90 smartphone in China featuring the Dimensity 9200 SoC. Now, it has launched the Vivo X90s smartphone as a mid-cycle refresh with the new Dimensity 9200+ processor, along with other improvements like the inclusion of WiFi 7 support.
Design & display
Not much has changed in terms of design as the device still features a large, circular camera island on the flat back, holding four sensors. Up front, there is a slight curve to the display with the bezels tucked away on the sides. The top and bottom bezels are quite slim and symmetrical.
The device features a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a resolution of 2800×1260 pixels. It offers a 120Hz refresh rate, 105% NTSC color gamut, and HDR support. With a screen-to-body ratio of 93.53% and a contrast ratio of 8000000:1, the display delivers immersive visuals with deep blacks and vibrant colors. It supports 1.07 billion colors and has a pixel density of 452PPI, ensuring sharpness and clarity.
Performance
The Vivo X90s smartphone is powered by the Dimensity 9200+ SoC, offering powerful performance. It is an octa-core processor with a configuration of 3.35GHz×1, 3.0GHz×3, and 2.0GHz×4, delivering efficient and smooth multitasking. Built on TSMC’s 4nm process, it ensures a balance between performance and power efficiency. The device is equipped with the Immortalis-G715 for enhanced graphics processing capabilities. Additionally, the Vivo X90s incorporates a self-developed image chip V2, enabling advanced image processing for improved photography.
In terms of memory and storage, it offers 12GB of LPDDR5X four-channel RAM, ensuring seamless multitasking and smooth operation. The device also provides ample storage with 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage, allowing for the storage of large files, apps, and multimedia content.
The Vivo X90s is powered by a 4810mAh (typical value) / 4690mAh (rated value) battery, offering long-lasting usage on a single charge. Additionally, it supports 120W ultra-fast flash charging, allowing for quick and convenient charging.
The device offers 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 ax), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS (L1+L5 Dual Band) + GLONASS, and USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity options.
Camera
The Vivo X90s smartphone boasts a powerful 32MP front camera with an f/2.45 aperture, supporting various shooting modes and offering 2x digital zoom. On the rear, it features a triple camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX866 main camera, a 12MP professional portrait camera, and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera. The rear cameras support sports, night scene, portrait, photo, video, professional, and other modes, with 2x digital zoom for the main and wide-angle cameras, 2x optical zoom, and 20x digital zoom for the portrait camera.
The front camera uses FF focus, while the rear cameras utilize AF autofocus and OIS anti-shake technology. Video recording capabilities include up to 1080P resolution for the front camera and rear wide-angle camera, and up to 4K resolution for the rear main camera and rear portrait camera.
Pricing & availability
The Vivo X90s is available in three configurations:
8GB RAM + 256GB storage model priced at 3,999 yuan (~$553)
12GB RAM + 256GB storage model priced at 4,299 yuan (~$594)
12GB RAM + 512GB storage model priced at 4,699 yuan (~$650)
The device is available in four color options: Black, Red, Green, and White.
Sony has launched new Bravia televisions in India. The latest offerings are part of the brand’s Bravia X90L series. Earlier this month, the company had announced the X82L televisions. The Bravia X90L televisions pack flagship specifications and features. Read on to know more about it below.
Sony Bravia X90L specifications and features
The Sony Bravia X90L series is offered in 55, 65, and 75-inch screen sizes. The televisions feature a minimalistic design with a bezel-less display. They feature X-Protection PRO technology that are dust and humidity resistant as well as safeguarded against lightning strikes and power surges.
In terms of display, the Sony Bravia X90L televisions feature a Full Array LED panel along with technologies such as XR Contrast Pro Booster, XR Triluminos Pro and XR Clear Image for delivering a realistic viewing experience with deep blacks. The televisions offer a 4K resolution and support for HDR formats. There is also a 4K upscaling technology for enjoying content close to 4K quality. The XR Motion Clarity offers blur-free sports and fast-paced scenes. The Bravia X90L televisions are IMAX Enhanced certified that offer stunning visuals and immersive sound experience.
On the audio front, the Sony Bravia X90L is equipped with an X-balanced speaker with Dolby Atmos. The televisions pack various sound-related technologies like XR Sound with 3D surround upscaling and Acoustic Audio Calibration technology.
The Sony Bravia X90L comes with a Bravia Core app that provides access to a large library of Sony Picture’s movies that are available to stream in nearly 4K Blu-ray technology with Pure Stream. There is Bravia Cam that offers gesture controls, proximity alerts, and protected privacy. For an immersive gaming experience, the Bravia X90L features a variable refresh rate, auto-low latency mode (ALLM), auto HDR tone mapping, and game mode with PS5. Software-wise, the Sony Bravia X90L runs on Google TV OS and comes with access to apps and games. It supports Chromecast, AirPlay, and HomeKit.
The Sony Bravia X90L starts at Rs 1,39,990 for the 55-inch variant whereas the 65-inch model costs Rs 1,79,990. The price of the 75-inch model has not been announced. The televisions will be available for purchase starting today from Sony centres, major electronics stores, and e-commerce portals across the country. Sony is offering a discount of Rs 24,000 on a combo purchase of Bravia XR TV range and PS5 gaming console.
Redmi Note is Xiaomi’s most popular smartphone lineup. The series has evolved a lot in the past few generations. In fact, it now falls under the mid-range segment rather than budget.
Though they are now almost double the price of their predecessors, they come with features to match their pricing. These phones are now said to get even better, as per a reliable leaker.
Redmi Note 12 Turbo
According to Digital Chat Station, the next-gen Redmi Note lineup will be released in the second half of 2023. Though he doesn’t mention the name, it will likely be called Redmi Note 13.
He says that these upcoming Redmi Notes will arrive with a 6.7-inch centered punch-hole flat OLED display. The flexible panel will lack plastic brackets like premium smartphones and will have minimal bezels on all four sides.
Going by the description, the Redmi Note 13 series will retain the excellent display from Redmi Note 12 Turbo, which goes by Poco F5 outside mainland China. For the unaware, this handset probably has the least display bezels on a mid-range smartphone right now.
Unfortunately, that’s all the information Digital Chat Station has shared so far. We expect him to reveal more details in the coming days.
The Redmi Note 12 series was launched in China in late October. Hence, the forthcoming Redmi Note 13 series may also debut at around the same time. It might go official in international markets in early 2024.
We already know that the Red Magic 8S Pro was set to launch soon. But now, the company has officially confirmed the launch date for its upcoming flagship phone on its official Weibo account (a Chinese microblogging website)
Red Magic 8S Pro might launch in China alongside a new tablet
The Chinese smartphone maker has started sending out its Red invitation letter for the launch of its Red Magic 8S smartphone model. The letter reveals that the device will be officially unveiled on the 5th of July 2023. This is in line with our previous report that had also hinted at a July 5 launch. For those unaware, the Red Magic 8S Pro is a flagship-grade smartphone that will offer up to 40 hours of battery life and was recorded receiving an impressive score of 1.7 million on AnTuTu.
This extraordinary score was thanks to Qualcomm’s next-gen flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 SoC. Notably, the gaming smartphone will also feature a top-notch display that has a 93.7 percent screen-to-body ratio, 960Hz touch sampling rate, 120Hz refresh rate, and Full HD+ resolution. Other notable features include a large 6,000mAh battery pack that supports 80W wired fast charging, up to 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of internal storage.
Notably, the Red Magic 8S Pro might not be the only product launching on June 5. Reportedly, the company will even unveil a new gaming tablet that will feature a Snapdragon 8+ series processor, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and a tall display that offers a 2.8K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. A massive 12,000mAh battery pack might power this tablet.
After launching the Noise Crew Pro, the NoiseFit Fuse, and the NoiseFit Vortex smartwatches earlier this month, the Indian electronics manufacturer has launched its fourth smartwatch of this month called the Noise ColorFit Vision 3. The smartwatch lands exactly a year after its predecessor, the ColorFit Vision 2 was released.
Compared to the ColorFit Vision 2, the newer model comes with a bigger display, support for Bluetooth calling, and a more premium look. Let’s delve into the details.
Noise ColorFit Vision 3 specs
The Noise ColorFit 3 features a rectangular 1.96″ AMOLED display with rounded edges, offering a resolution of 410×502 pixels. Similar to Apple watches, this ColorFit 3 also includes a digital crown and a side button combo. The smartwatch is available in metallic and leather strap options, giving it a premium feel.
Equipped with Bluetooth 5.3, the ColorFit Noise 3 ensures seamless connectivity and enhances the calling experience with “TRU SYNC” technology. Thanks to its AMOLED display, the watch supports an Always-on display function without significantly draining the battery. Additionally, the brand offers over 150 watch faces and allows for customization of watch faces for the ColorFit Vision 3.
In terms of health features, the ColorFit Noise 3 offers a comprehensive health suite that includes a continuous 24/7 heart rate monitor, breath practice functionality, a female cycle tracker, spO2 monitoring, stress measurement capabilities, and a sleep tracker. With a wide range of 100 sports modes, it caters to various fitness activities. The watch is IP68 water-resistant, safeguarding it from accidental splashes. Its battery provides a 7-day backup for regular use and a 2-day backup when making calls.
Pricing & availability
The Silicone and Leather variants of the ColorFit Vision 3 smartwatch costs ₹3,999, whereas the metal strap variants are priced at ₹4,999. These watches are available to purchase via Flipkart and the official Noise website.
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