Earlier in January this year, Noise launched its first smartwatch called the NoiseFit Force. Now the homegrown brand has announced an upgraded version of the same device. The latest offering is dubbed the NoiseFit Force Plus. Read on to know more about it below.
NoiseFit Force Plus specifications
The NoiseFit Force Plus retains the same circular dial with a rugged body as the standard variant. It is said to withstand tough outdoor conditions and is dust and water-resistant. The device has two buttons on the right side. The smartwatch features a 1.46-inch AMOLED display bearing a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels. It has an always-on display mode and customizable watch faces.
In terms of fitness, the NoiseFit Force Plus is equipped with a heart-rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, sleep and stress tracker, step counter, and breathing sessions. It also packs a menstrual cycle monitor for females. The wearable device packs support for more than 130 sports modes.
The NoiseFit Force Plus features Bluetooth v5 connectivity along with TruSync technology for direct calling from the smartwatch. The device offers convenient features like call dial pad, weather updates, notifications, voice assistant, and built-in games. The smartwatch is claimed to offer up to 7 days of battery life on a single charge.
NoiseFit Force Plus pricing and availability
The NoiseFit Force Plus carries a price tag of Rs 3,999. It will go on sale from May 1st and can be purchased from the brand’s website and Flipkart. The smartwatch is offered in Jet Black, Mist Grey, and Teal Blue colours.
As the world anticipates Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC23), rumors are beginning to circulate about the company’s upcoming software releases. While Apple has been relatively quiet about its plans, recent leaks suggest that iOS 17 will be a major focus of the event, alongside updates for iPadOS and macOS.
With so much speculation surrounding the upcoming release, it’s unclear exactly what features and improvements will make the final cut. While there haven’t been any major leaks yet, early information from Setsuna Digital via Weibo suggests that iOS 17 could bring some improvements.
Rumored features of iOS 17:
According to the leak, the flashlight toggle on iOS 17 will have more granular control over brightness, while the Lock Screen will have more customization options, such as font sizes and emoji wallpaper. Users will also reportedly have the ability to share custom Lock Screen configurations. Additionally, Apple Music could undergo a revamp, moving away from text and towards graphics, and featuring lyrics on the Lock Screen.
One of the most exciting rumored changes is the ability to customize and organize the App Library, giving users more control over how they access their apps. Another potential change is a revamped Control Center, which could give users the freedom to customize shortcuts and other features.
While some users have been hoping for the ability to sideload apps on iOS 17, it’s unclear if this feature will make it to the final release. However, with the EU pressuring Apple to introduce such an option in Europe, there’s a chance that this could become a reality.
Overall, while the rumored changes to iOS 17 may not be groundbreaking, they could still offer some much-needed quality-of-life improvements for users. Apple is set to announce iOS 17 at WWDC on June 5. Developers will have access to the beta version immediately after the keynote, while a public beta is expected in July.
Xiaomi launched the Mi 10 Lite Zoom in China in late April. The smartphone officially went by Mi 10 Youth 5G in its home country. It never made its way to global markets.
As the name suggests, the main highlight of this device was its zoom camera. It was one of the few mid-rangers with a zoom camera. It features an 8MP 5x telephoto camera.
Exactly three years after its release, the company has now dropped software support for this phone.
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite Zoom
For the unaware, Xiaomi maintains an EOS (End of Support) list on its official website. The 3-year-old Mi 10 Lite Zoom was recently added to the list confirming the end of its official software updates from the brand.
The handset debuted with MIUI 11 based on Android 10. Currently, it boots MIUI 13 based on Android 12. Its last software update was rolled out in November 2022.
We were hoping that Xiaomi would release MIUI 14 update for this smartphone without an Android upgrade. But unfortunately, that won’t be happening.
Though this exact device was not launched outside mainland China, Xiaomi did release a tweaked variant without the zoom camera in May 2020. That phone simply went by Mi 10 Lite 5G. It should also get added to the EOS list as soon as next month.
On the other hand, the original two Mi 10 series models, namely Mi 10 5G and Mi 10 Pro 5G have started receiving MIUI 14 based on Android 13 as their final major software update.
Earlier this month, Sony launched the Bravia X75L and X80L television series in India. Now the Japanese brand has announced the Bravia X70L series television that includes two models. The latest offerings are positioned below the X75L. Read on to know more about televisions.
Sony Bravia X70L specifications and features
The Sony Bravia X70L comes in 43 and 50-inch display sizes. It offers 4K display resolution along with X-Reality PRO that is capable of upscaling content in 2K or FHD to 4K resolution. There is an X1 4K HDR picture engine that uses advanced algorithms to cut noise and boost details. The televisions feature Motionflow XR technology for smooth and sharp details in fast-moving sequences.
In terms of audio, the Sony Bravia X70L is equipped with open baffle down-firing dual speakers producing a 20W sound output. There is Dolby Audio sound technology onboard. The televisions come with X-Protection PRO technology for safeguarding against dust, humidity, lightning strikes, and power surges.
The Sony Bravia X70L televisions run on Google TV OS with unlimited entertainment via apps and games. They are compatible with Apple AirPlay and Apple HomeKit. The TVs come with voice-enabled remote with support for Google Assistant. There are also six hotkeys for Amazon Prime, Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, YouTube, Sony LIV, and music.
The Sony Bravia X70L 43-inch variant is priced at Rs 59,900. The 50-inch model costs Rs 70,900. Both televisions are available for purchase from Sony centers, major online and offline retailers starting today.
In a recent discovery by 9to5Mac, unreleased images of the upcoming “Beats Studio Buds+” headphones were found in an iOS 16.4 beta update. These new earbuds are set to be the second-generation follow-up to the first-generation Beats Studio Buds that were released in June of 2021. The earbuds were also certified by IMDA recently.
Now an Amazon listing of Beats Studio Buds+ has been spotted which reveals more details about its features, including a new transparent colorway, improved battery life, and ANC.
The Beats Studio Buds+ boasts an impressive battery life of up to 36 hours with the included USB-C charging case, which is an upgrade from the 32 hours of the previous-generation model. Additionally, the new earbuds feature a new audio design with 3x larger microphones and new venting to improve ear pressure. Beats claims that the new Studio Buds+ offers 1.6x more active noise cancellation power than their predecessors, along with up to 2x improved transparency mode.
In terms of features, the Beats Studio Buds+ offers automatic device switching, Hey Siri, one-touch pairing, and Find My support for both Android and iPhone users.
The earbuds also support spatial audio for immersive music, delivering a surround sound experience that you can take anywhere. Beats’ custom acoustic platform provides rich, immersive sound for music or calls, while each bud is equipped with a custom two-layer transducer that flexes to deliver cleaner bass and ultra-low distortion.
Moreover, the Beats Studio Buds+ comes with four different eartip options in the box, including XS, S, M, and L, to fit a wider range of ear sizes and create a solid acoustic seal for the best listening experience. Additionally, with the 3x larger microphones, powerful ANC, and a voice-targeting algorithm, the earbuds filter background noise precisely, delivering crisp, clear call performance.
What’s more, the new Beats Studio Buds+ will come in three colors: Transparent, Black, and Ivory, giving users a fresh new look and differentiating them from the existing Beats Studio Buds. The Transparent colorway is particularly exciting, reminiscent of the Nothing Ear 2s with its nearly transparent design, providing users with a glimpse of the technology inside.
According to the Amazon listing, the Beats Studio Buds+ will start shipping on May 18, 2023, and will be priced at $169.95. This new release from Beats offers improvements in battery life, ANC, and overall sound quality, making it a worthy competitor in the market for those who prefer a more sporty alternative to AirPods or use Android phones.
OpenAI has just announced a new change with its massively popular ChatGPT platform earlier this week. The company’s AI chat bot will now let you turn off their chat history. So here are all the details.
OpenAI is bringing a change that will allow ChatGPT users to turn off chat history. Simply put, this feature will basically let you choose which conversations will train their models. So now, you can disable the chat history to also help choose what data would be used to train OpenAI’s models. On the flip side, these can also be accessed in the “history” sidebar. OpenAI has stated that it will retain new conversations with the chat bot for 30 days.
Although, it also announced that these chats will only be reviewed if it is “needed to monitor for abuse, before permanently deleting.” OpenAI further added that “We hope this provides an easier way to manage your data than our existing opt out process.” Apart from this, the company also announced that it is also working on a new ChatGPT Business subscription for processionals. This model is basically being targeted to enterprises that will require more control over their data.
This announcement also revealed that there will also be a new Export option in the settings, which will make it easier for users to export their data from ChatGPT, by sending you a file with your conversations and every other crucial data via an email.
AT&T has just helped in making a major breakthrough in telecommunications technology and has reached a notable milestone. The company’s technology was used to make the first ever space based voice call from a regular smartphone.
While phone calls as a technology is more than a century old, there are still many breakthroughs in this segment. Now, the known telecom based company has helped make the first phone call from space on a Samsung Galaxy S22 model. This milestone was achieved by AST SpaceMobile, which is a firm that is working on building the first ever space based cellular broadband network and managed to make the first two way voice call directly to a regular smartphone using its proprietary satellite technology.
But this wasn’t reached alone, since the company made this space call over the AT&T spectrum using an unmodified Samsung Galaxy S22. Going into the details, AST SpaceMobile utilized its own technology and the BlueWalker 3 satellite to complete establish a direct voice connection from space to a device connected to the traditional cellular network. The company’s engineers managed to make this unique voice call from Midland, Texas area to Rakuten in Japan thanks to AT&T spectrum.
Chris Sambar, Head of AT&T Network stated that “AT&T’s heritage began with the birth of the telephone 147 years ago and has continued with many other firsts including: trans continental call, overseas call, call from the moon, and partnering to deliver the only network built with and for America’s first responders. We connect people to greater possibility, and this important milestone with AST SpaceMobile is a big step and we can’t wait to see what’s next in our space based journey.”
The launch date of the POCO F5 and F5 Pro smartphones has been revealed. The Xiaomi sub-brand has announced that the upcoming offerings will launch on May 9th at 20:00 GMT. While the F5 and F5 Pro will debut in the global markets, the Indian market will only get the standard F5 variant. The POCO F5 will arrive as the successor to the last year’s F4.
Yesterday, Qualcomm’s India branch confirmed that the POCO F5 will be the first smartphone in the country to be powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 2 SoC. It is also confirmed to come in 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations. As per the teaser shared by POCO India and the Flipkart microsite (mobile only), the upcoming offering is seen with a back panel design that is similar to the Redmi Note 12 Turbo that is available in China.
It appears that the POCO F5 global and Indian variants will be a rebranded version of the Chinese Redmi Note 12 Turbo. If this indeed turns out to be true, then we can expect the POCO F5 to feature a 120Hz AMOLED display, 64MP OIS-enabled triple rear cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging.
On the other hand, POCO hasn’t officially teased about the F5 Pro. The Geekbench listing of the smartphone revealed that it will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC paired with 12GB RAM onboard. The device is rumored to be a rebadged version of the Redmi K60 in the global markets.
Technology keeps bringing new phones and computers with better features. But do we really need all these upgrades? If your current device works fine for your daily tasks, you don’t need a new one. You can also improve old devices with small add-ons. If you share this perspective and you want a better Wi-Fi speed on your computer, Netgear offers the AXE3000 USB Wi-Fi adapter. It’s easy to use and makes Wi-Fi faster on laptops without the newest Wi-Fi technology. Here are the details…
Netgear USB Adapter Boosts Wi-Fi Speeds with WiFi 6E
Netgear has launched the AXE3000 USB Wi-Fi adapter, a first-of-its-kind USB 3.0 adapter with WiFi 6E technology. This easy-to-use upgrade provides a significant increase in Wi-Fi speeds for PC and laptops lacking the latest Wi-Fi features. The main advantage of the AXE3000 is its ability to access the new 6GHz band, designed specifically for WiFi 6E enabled devices.
The Netgear AXE3000 boasts impressive speeds of up to 1.2Gbps, but these maximum speeds require the latest wireless routers and Windows 11 to connect to the 6GHz frequency band. Even with less advanced hardware, the AXE3000 is expected to provide faster Wi-Fi speeds than most laptops currently offer. The adapter works on 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands for maximum compatibility and automatically selects the best band for optimal performance.
Netgear claims connection speeds of up to 600Mbps on the 2.4GHz band, 1.2Gbps on 5GHz, and 1.2Gbps on 6GHz. In addition to improved speed, the adapter also supports the latest WPA3 security and is backward compatible with older Wi-Fi standards. This ensures users can connect to networks with outdated routers, such as those found in coffee shops.
The Nighthawk AXE3000 WiFi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter (A8000) is now available for a recommended price of $112.
For the first time ever, the Redmi Note series not only breached the ₹25000 price segment but also the ₹30000 price category in the region. The two Pro variants have essentially replaced the Xiaomi ‘i’ series handsets, which did not get a successor this year.
The Xiaomi ‘i’ series used to be rebranded Chinese Redmi Note models for India. But this time, the company decided to bring the phones with their original branding, which explains the price hike.
For the uninitiated, the Chinese Redmi Note series offers a better set of features than the international variants. But these handsets are still mid-rangers and they excel in some departments more than others in the segment.
Months later, I got access to a Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus unit, courtesy of Xiaomi India. After using it for a while, I could say that it is probably the best device for content consumption in its price segment.
The Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is the same as the Redmi Note 12 Pro, except for the primary camera and charging speed. Therefore, whatever I mention in this article is applicable to both smartphones, unless otherwise specified.
Redmi Note 12 Pro series display specs
The Redmi Note 12 Pro devices sport a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole 10-bit OLED display. The panel offers a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 394 PPI, and a 5000000:1 contrast ratio.
The screen has a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz and it can also dynamically switch to 30Hz, 60Hz, and 90Hz depending on what’s being shown. Further, its touch sampling rate and brightness level can reach up to 240Hz and 900 nits, respectively.
Apart from the DCI-P3 color gamut, the display also supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision content. Finally, the panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The phones are also Widevine L1-certified.
The display on the Redmi Note 12 Pro series is as good as it sounds. It is complemented by a good set of dual stereo speakers with support for Dolby Atmos.
These two products are some of the fewer handsets on the market in this price category with the complete Dolby package (Vision and Atmos). The other smartphones are Xiaomi’s older models.
Redmi Note 12 Pro series is built for content consumption
Thanks to the aforementioned specs of display and speakers, I loved consuming content on this phone. I never had such a good experience watching TV series and movies on a sub-30K smartphone.
I started binge-watching the first four seasons of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel on Amazon Prime Video before the premiere of the season 5. Whenever I had no access to the television, I came back to the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus all the time.
I preferred it over OnePlus Nord 2T, which costs about the same (₹28999) and is a prime competitor if you ask me. However, I felt the Nord to be more comfortable to hold for a longer period of time.
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Also, the display on the Redmi is not very bright outdoors as compared to the competition. But the HDR and the audio quality make up for this shortcoming.
The speakers are loud and the vocals are clear. I didn’t feel like using earphones. The media experience is almost as good as on flagships. The speakers only fall behind in high frequencies and bass output.
Unlike most other devices in this segment, the Redmi Note 12 Pro series also comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack. So when your earbuds are out of battery, you can always plug in a set of wired earphones.
Redmi Note 12 Pro series is not aimed at gaming
Unfortunately, I cannot call this product the best multimedia smartphone under ₹30000 since it falls behind in gaming.
I only play Pokemon Unite, a mobile title that is not resource hungry. The MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chip inside the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus can run it well but the phone gets warmer than OnePlus Nord 2T (Dimensity 1300) and even the much cheaper iQOO Z7 (Dimensity 920), which I reviewed recently.
The game is playable but I prefer the other two handsets. The standard Redmi Note 12 Pro with the same chipset also offers a similar gaming performance.
Good enough battery performance but not-so-good cameras
Further, the battery life on the device is fine. You can easily get a day or more depending on your usage. The charging speed is quick too as it supports 120W fast wired charging. The 5000mAh battery takes about 30 minutes to charge fully from 20%.
So I didn’t have to worry about battery during my binge-watching sessions. A small break would be enough to charge the battery adequately or even fully if the break was longer. On the regular Redmi Note 12 Pro, the charging speed is slower at 67W.
As far as cameras are concerned, they are pretty average on the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus. The 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor on the OnePlus Nord 2T (review) gives better results than the 200MP Samsung HPX sensor.
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Practically, I didn’t see any use for the 200MP camera. I did enjoy the ‘200MP mode’ for zooming purposes when I first started using the phone. But the novelty soon wore off.
The camera produces good results only when there is ample light, especially when the sun is out. The picture quality degrades even with a cloudy sky, let alone evenings and nights.
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So if you really want a good zoom camera, then the only options out there are expensive flagship smartphones.
Another thing I didn’t like is haptics. The Nord 2T and even the older similarly priced Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G have better haptics. Also, the device still boots Android 12 though the software is MIUI 14.
Is Redmi Note 12 Pro series worth buying?
For me, the new Redmi Note Pro models are nothing more than a great content consumption machine. I am not saying the phones are bad in other aspects. It’s just that competitors like OnePlus Nord 2T, an almost-year-old handset, offer a better value.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro series was introduced at ₹17999 in India. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 12 Pro lineup starts at ₹24999. That’s an approximate price hike of 39%.
So the question arises whether the Redmi Note 12 Pro series is worth its asking price. The answer is both yes and no.
If your budget is strictly ₹25000, I can’t think of any reasons not to recommend the standard Pro variant. But if you could spend up to ₹30000 or a bit more, I would suggest you have a look at other options, especially the OnePlus Nord 2T.
The Redmi Note series used to cost ₹10000 when it was first released in India. For a long while, the devices have been best-sellers in the sub-₹20000 price segment.
With the new increased price, the lineup is no longer a value-for-money proposition as it used to till the last generation. However, the ‘Redmi Note’ is still a stronger brand name than others and it does excel in specific aspects as discussed above.
But is this enough for Xiaomi to push sales? Only time will tell.
AMD has unveiled brand new chips from its Ryzen series that will power next generation of handheld gaming consoles. The new processors include the new Ryzen Z1 and Ryzen Z1 Extreme, which are chips that will be found in the upcoming Asus ROG Ally handheld console. So here are all the details.
AMD Ryzen Z1 series will power upcoming handheld gaming console
For those unaware, popular gaming consoles like the latest Microsoft Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5 models are powered by APUs powered by the chipmaking giant. And now, it is even gearing up to expand its portfolio to include handheld consoles as well. The new Ryzen Z1 are based on AMD’s latest Zen 4 architecture and promises to offer great performance along with efficient power consumption. The Ryzen Z1 consists of 6 cores and 12 threads with 22MB in cache and 4 RDNA 3 compute units.
On the other hand, features 8 cores and 16 threads with 24MB in cache and 12 RDNA 3 compute units. The latest platform supports Windows 11, LPDDR5, LPDDR5X, and even USB4 memory. Furthermore, the company is also offering these chips with dedicated software to improve your overall gaming experience with AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition. This offers Radeon Chill, Radeon Image Sharpening, AMD Link, and Radeon Super Resolution.
Based on official notes, we already know that the Ryzen Z1 will be available with the Asus ROG Ally, which is an upcoming handheld gaming console. This console is set to launch be announced on May 11. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event that is set for next month. The company had recently also announced new Radeon PRO W7000 series of workstation GPUs recently, so you can also check out our coverage of that by clicking here.
The foldable smartphone market continues to grow. With every new model that addresses technical challenges, more people become interested in this technology, and there is a corresponding rise in the number of manufacturers eager to secure a piece of the pie. One such manufacturer is Honor, an important player in the industry. In a recent interview, Honor’s CEO, Zhao Ming, shared some of the company’s goals in the foldable smartphone market, stating, “Honor will create the unrivaled, strongest foldable smartphone.” Here are the details…
Can Foldable Phones Go Mainstream? Honor and the Challenge of Outpacing the iPhone 14 Series
In 2019, Honor was heavily impacted by the US-imposed embargo on Huawei, was unable to produce new phones for a long time. Operating as a subsidiary at the time, the company was sidelined as resources were redirected to Huawei. However, this situation changed after Honor was sold, and the Chinese manufacturer re-enter the market. Once its ties with Huawei were severed and it was no longer under embargo, Honor quickly resumed work on innovative technologies. It seems that foldable screen technology holds an important place among the company’s research and development efforts.
In a recent interview, Zhao Ming, CEO of Honor, revealed some of the company’s ambitions in the foldable phone market. He stated, “Honor will create the strongest foldable phone with no rivals.” Honor aims to bring foldable phones into the mainstream, positioning the Honor Magic Vs as a competitor to top flagship devices, such as the iPhone 14 series. However, the practicality of this is quite debatable. At the end of the day, while foldable smartphones may enchant many of us with their features, they are not entirely “practical.”
One of the biggest issues with foldable smartphones is their in-between nature. Unfortunately, when you hold one of these models in your hand, you don’t see a screen as large as a tablet, nor do you see a device as compact and portable as a smartphone. Sadly, this prevents them from becoming mainstream and taking the place of models like the iPhone 14 or Galaxy S23. It is worth noting that this last part is the editor’s personal opinion, which may vary from person to person.
Nevertheless, it is hoped that the efforts of companies like Honor will change this in the future and make foldable devices much more popular.
Realme had just recently announced the new Realme C55, which was a budget series smartphone model. Now, it appears that the company is looking to launch another budget phone called the C53 in the market soon. So here are all the details.
The Chinese smartphone maker is apparently working on a new C53 model. This phone carries the RMX3760 model number, based on a sighting on on the NBTC certification website. In other words, we can expect the device to launch soon following its certification in Thailand. Unfortunately, apart from the model number, there is no other finer details revealed in this certification website. Although, this isn’t the first time this device has been spotted on a certification platform.
The Realme C53 was even sighted at FCC as well recently, which even revealed some of its specifications. The smartphone with the RMX3760 model number is expected to be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports up to 33W SuperVOOC fast charging technology. While the NBTC listing does hint at its near launch, it is still unclear when exactly the game will be launching in the market.
Furthermore, its finer details like specifications and other features are also unknown. As of right now, we can only confirm that it will run on Android 13 OS based Realme UI 4.0 skin. But based on its name, it will likely fall right below the Realme C55. The C55 launched with a 90Hz display and a MediaTek Helio G88 SoC. It also features a 64 megapixel dual camera setup. So stick around for more updates regarding this matter.
Huawei has recently announced their much-anticipated Nova 11 series which includes three models – the Nova 11, Nova 11 Pro, and Nova 11 Ultra. The devices are now up for first sale in China. The phones are now available to buy from online stores as well as third-party stores like JD.com and Vmall.com.
Check out the prices of the Nova 11 series smartphones:
HUAWEI Nova 11
128GB memory: 2499 yuan (US$362)
256GB memory: 2799 yuan (US$405)
256GB memory with Kunlun Glass: 2999 yuan (US$433)
512GB memory with Kunlun Glass: 3399 yuan (US$493)
HUAWEI Nova 11 Pro
256GB memory: 3499 yuan (US$507)
256GB memory with Kunlun Glass: 3699 yuan (US$536)
512GB memory (no Kunlun): 3999 yuan (US$580)
HUAWEI Nova 11 Ultra
512GB memory with Kunlun Glass: 4499 yuan (US$650)
Huawei Nova 11, Pro, Ultra specifications
The Nova 11 series boasts a number of impressive features, including a powerful processor, stunning display, high-quality cameras, and fast charging capabilities.
Huawei Nova 11 features a 6.7-inch OLED screen with a high refresh rate, powered by the Snapdragon 778G processor. It has a 4500mAh battery with fast charging and runs on HarmonyOS 3. The phone comes with a 60MP front camera and a rear camera with a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro lens.
The Nova 11 Pro, on the other hand, is a premium smartphone with a curved OLED screen and a dual selfie camera. It runs on the Snapdragon 778G processor and has up to 512GB of storage. The device also supports 100W fast charging, which is known as Turbo 2.0, for its 4500mAh battery. The phone has a 50MP RYYB main camera with a large sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro lens. It has two front cameras with 60MP and 8MP resolutions and wide-angle lenses.
Finally, the Nova 11 Ultra is the most advanced phone in the series, featuring a leather back, a curved OLED screen, and a 100W fast-charging battery. It runs on the Snapdragon 778G processor and has 512GB of storage. The device has a dual front camera and a rear camera with a variable aperture and satellite communication SMS technology. The rear camera is a 50MP sensor that can adjust its aperture from f/1.4 to f/4.0, making it ideal for low-light photography. Apart from this, the device is similar to the Nova 11 Pro in most aspects. With its premium design and cutting-edge features, the Nova 11 Ultra is perfect for users who demand the very best in terms of performance and style.
All three models in the Nova 11 series come with Kunlun glass protection, providing different levels of protection for each model. They also have impressive connectivity features, including dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.2, USB Type-C, Spatial-stream Sounding MU-MIMO, and NFC.
The highlight anticipated Vivo X90 series has finally been launched in India. The company had first announced its flagship series of smartphones back in 2022, and now, it has finally made its way to India, following a global release. It arrives with some impressive specs and features, so let’s have a look.
Vivo X90
Talking about the base model first, the vanilla X90 model sports a tall 6.78 inch AMOLED display that has HDR10+ support, 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 2,800x 1,260 resolution. Under the hood, it is equipped with the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9200 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The new X90 is powered by a 4,810mAh battery pack that supports 120W fast charging.
For photography, the base model features a triple camera setup that consists of a 50 megapixel IMX866 primary sensor that has an f/1.75 aperture and supports OIS. Furthermore, this sensor is paired with a 12 megapixel portrait camera with 2x optical zoom, and a 12 megapixel ultra wide angle lens. On the other hand, the front houses a 32 megapixel selfie camera. Other notable features include, Android 13 OS based FunTouchOS custom skin out of the box, Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 6, aptX HD, stereo speakers, Hi Res Audio.
Vivo X90 Pro
Arriving at the higher end model, the Vivo X90 Pro is similar to the base X90 in many ways but with subtle differences. While the X90 Pro+ is the true flagship in the series, it is still a China exclusive model at the moment. This model also sports a 6.78 inch AMOLED display but with a higher 2K resolution. It offers 120Hz refresh rate as well as 300Hz touch sampling rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, and 2160Hz PWM. Under the hood, the smartphone is equipped with the Dimensity 9200 SoC as well, which is paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It is powered by a slight larger 4,870mAh battery pack that also supports 120W fast charging.
While most of the specs are similar to the vanilla variant, the camera department features an upgrade. The premium phone also features a triple camera setup on the rear, but the 50 megapixel IMX866 primary sensor is paired with another 50 megapixel portrait sensor that offers 2x optical zoom, along with a 12 megapixel ultra wide angle lens. The front houses a 32 megapixel selfie camera on this model as well. Other notable features include, Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 6, aptX HD support, stereo speakers, Hi Res Audio, Android 13 OS, and more.
Pricing & Availability
The Vivo X90 starts from 59,999 INR for its base 8GB + 256GB variant. Although, its 12GB of RAm + 256GB version costs 63,999 INR. The top end X90 Pro model is available for price of 84,999 INR. Vivo is offering a flat 8,000 INR instant discount for HDFC credit card holders and EMI transaction for the Pro variant and 5,500 discount on the base X90.
WhatsApp has just launched its much-awaited “multi-device” feature that enables users to access their WhatsApp account on up to four devices simultaneously. This feature has been in the works for a while and is now available worldwide.
Previously, multi-device support was only possible through WhatsApp Web, desktop apps, and Android tablets. However, now users can link up to four devices with their WhatsApp account, including smartphones, tablets, and PCs. This feature is expected to be a game-changer, especially for small businesses, as it allows multiple employees to send and receive messages from the same business number on different phones.
Credit: The Verge
This new feature allows messages sent and received on any of the linked devices to be synced across all devices for up to a year. This means that even if your primary smartphone is switched off, you can still access your messages on other smartphones as each smartphone connects individually. All chats, media, and calls will be end-to-end encrypted on every smartphone. However, if your primary device remains inactive for a long time, WhatsApp will automatically log you out of all the companion smartphones.
To enable this feature, users can tap on the “link to existing account” option during setup and scan the QR code on their primary phone through the “link a device” option in settings. This feature is available on both WhatsApp for Android and iOS.
How to enable WhatsApp on multiple iPhones and Android devices
To link up to four companion Android smartphones or iPhones to your WhatsApp account, download or update WhatsApp to the latest available version from the Google Play Store or Apple Store.
Open WhatsApp on your companion device, enter your country code and phone number, and click on “Link a new device.” On your primary phone, click on “linked devices” in settings, then “link a new device,” and scan the barcode on the secondary device.
The multi-device feature also enables users to remove any of the companion phones from the WhatsApp account. To do this, go to your primary phone, open WhatsApp, access the “linked devices” menu, and click on the “logout” option for that specific device.
Overall, this new multi-device feature is expected to make it easier and more convenient for users to stay connected with their loved ones and businesses. With end-to-end encryption, it’s also a secure way to stay in touch across multiple devices. The rollout of this feature is expected to take a few weeks to reach all users. WhatsApp is working to add support for animated emojis, while also allowing users to add descriptions to forwarded messages.
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its new E-Class sedan, which has undergone significant changes in appearance, interior, and power. The new car boasts a three-dimensional star-ring grille that echoes the brand-new daytime running lights. It also features a black high-gloss decorative panel that complements the grille design elements of Mercedes-Benz pure electric models, reflecting the concept of the new E-class car embracing electrification. In addition, the car is equipped with a hidden door handle derived from the S-class car, which optimizes aerodynamics with a simplified design, bringing the drag coefficient of the whole vehicle as low as 0.23.
The New E-Class has a 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Engine
The intelligent configuration of the new E-class car has been comprehensively improved. It is the first to be equipped with the third-generation MBUX intelligent human-computer interaction system with a three-screen center console layout. It is the predecessor of Mercedes-Benz’s own software system MB.OS operating system. The new E-class car also supports digital car keys, and car owners can open or close the car using only a smartphone. The all-new E-Class is equipped with a four-cylinder turbocharged engine with an ISG intelligent motor system and a hybrid drive unit, realizing the full electrification of the power system.
The plug-in hybrid model is equipped with the fourth-generation plug-in hybrid technology. Its battery capacity reaches 25.4 kWh. The battery is charged from 0% to 100%, and the car can also be equipped with an AIRMATIC system with Adaptive Continuously Adjustable Damping System Plus (ADS+) and a rear-wheel active steering system, taking into account driving comfort and agile handling. The new domestically produced long-wheelbase E-class sedan is expected to be released in the third quarter of 2023 and mass-produced and launched in November. With its impressive features, the new E-Class promises to deliver a thrilling driving experience for car enthusiasts.
Realme has confirmed that the upcoming Realme 11 series will launch in China on May 10th. The series is expected to include three devices: Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro+. Before the official launch, these devices have been spotted on several certifications. Recently, the vanilla Realme 11 received the 3C certification, which reveals some of its features.
According to the 3C certification, the Realme 11 5G (RMX3751) will offer 33W fast charging and 5G connectivity support. The phone was previously spotted at TENAA certification, which also revealed its design. As per past leaks, the vanilla Realme 11 5G is supposed to feature a 6.4-inch AMOLED display and be powered by a Dimensity 900 processor.
The smartphone is rumored to feature a 64MP main camera. However, other specifications such as selfie camera details, battery capacity, RAM, and storage configuration remain unknown. The Realme 11 Pro, on the other hand, is expected to come with a 108MP primary camera and a 2MP secondary sensor. The device is also tipped to offer 67W fast charging support.
The Realme 11 Pro+ is rumored to boast a 200MP camera, accompanied by an 8MP secondary lens and a 2MP camera. The device is expected to support 100W fast charging. As for the software, we can expect all three devices in the Realme 11 series to run Android 13 OS out of the box with Realme UI on top. The Realme 11 Pro and the Realme 11 Pro+ are likely to feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution and a higher refresh rate. Both these devices are expected to feature a 16MP camera and a 5,000mAh battery.
OnePlus has recently released the Android 13 Stable update for its OnePlus Nord 2 smartphone in India. This latest update follows the announcement of the OnePlus Nord 2 OxygenOS 13 Open Beta program that was revealed in March earlier this year. The OnePlus Nord 2, which was launched in July 2021, will receive its last Android version upgrade with this latest release.
The stable OxygenOS 13 update for the OnePlus Nord 2 comes with firmware version DN2101_11.F.22 and is now available for Indian users. OnePlus made an official announcement of the update on their community forum. The update introduces a range of new features, including an aquamorphic design, along with enhanced privacy and security features.
As of now, the Android 13 update is only available for users in India, and it is unclear when it will be rolled out in other regions. The update is available for both OnePlus Nord 2 and OnePlus Nord 2 PAC-MAN Edition users. Check the changelog below to know about the details of the update.
OnePlus Nord 2 Android 13 changelog
Aquamorphic Design • Adds Aquamorphic Design theme colors for enhanced visual comfort. • Applies the Aquamorphic Design philosophy to animations to make them natural and vivid. • Adds Shadow-Reflective Clock, with shadow simulating the orientation of the sun and moon. • Adds a Home screen world clock widget to show the time in different time zones. • Upgrades to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions. • Optimizes UI layers for a clearer and neater visual experience. • Applies real-world physical motions to animations to make them look more natural and intuitive. • Adapts responsive layouts to accommodate different screen sizes to improve readability. • Optimizes the widget design to make information easier and quicker to find. • Optimizes fonts for better readability. • Optimizes system icons by using the latest color scheme to make the icons easier to recognize. • Enriches and optimizes illustrations for features by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements.
Efficiency • Adds large folders to the Home screen. You can now open an app in an enlarged folder with just one tap and turn pages in the folder with a swipe. • Adds media playback control, and optimizes the Quick Settings experience. • Adds more markup tools for screenshot editing. • Adds support for adding widgets to the Home screen, making information display more personalized. • Adds Sidebar Toolbox. You can open a floating window inside apps for smooth operation. • Optimizes Shelf. Swiping down on the Home screen will bring up Shelf by default. You can search content online and on your device.
Seamless interconnection • Optimizes Screencast, with cast content automatically adapting to the target screen. • Optimizes earphone connectivity to deliver a more seamless experience.
Personalization • Optimizes Bitmoji to offer more Always-On Display animations. • Optimizes Insight Always-On Display, with more personalized Always-On Display settings available. • Optimizes Portrait Silhouette Always-On Display, with more drawing tools and line colors available.
Security & Privacy • Adds an automatic pixelation feature for chat screenshots. The system can identify and automatically pixelate profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect your privacy. • Adds regular clearing of clipboard data for privacy protection. • Optimizes Private Safe. The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files for enhanced security of private files.
Health & Digital wellbeing • Adds distance-from-phone, ambient light, and sitting posture reminders in Kid Space. • Adds Eye comfort in Kid Space to protect children’s vision.
Performance optimization • Adds Dynamic Computing Engine to improve the system speed, stability, battery life, and app experience.
Gaming experience • Upgrades to HyperBoost GPA 4.0 to stabilize the frame rate and balance the performance and power consumption in key scenarios.
Huawei has today officially started selling two of its new laptops in its home country, dubbed Huawei MateBook D14 and Huawei MateBook D16. The devices were announced a few days back and are now up for sale in China.
As the name indicates, the D14 features a 14-inch screen, while the D16 comes with a 16-inch display. Both devices have a starting price of 4,999 yuan and 5,499 yuan, respectively.
The Huawei MateBook D14 features a 14-inch display panel with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels and supports 100% sRGB color gamut. Under the hood, it is powered by Intel‘s Core i5-1340P or Core i7-1360P processor, coupled with 16 LPDDR4x RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage.
The laptop also comes with the company’s metamaterial antenna. The device has a thickness of 15.9mm and weighs 1.3 kilograms. The Core i5 model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage costs 4,999 yuan (~$722), while the Core i7 model with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage is priced at 5,999 yuan (~$867).
On the other hand, the Huawei MateBook D16 has a 16-inch panel with the same 1920 x 1200 pixels screen resolution, offering a 16:10 aspect ratio and 90% screen-to-body ratio. The device weighs 1.7 kilograms and has a thickness of 18.4 mm.
There are three choices in terms of processor — Core i5-13500H, Core i7-13700H, and Core i9-13900H, coupled with 16GB LPDDR4x RAM and 1TB of internal storage. The device also has a numeric keypad, a Full HD 1080p webcam, and an additional USB-C charging/data transmission port compared to the MateBook D14.
As for the pricing, the Core i5 model is priced at 5,499 yuan (~$794), while the Core i7 model costs 6,499 yuan (~$939). The top-end offering in the lineup, powered by the Core i9 processor, is available for 6,999 yuan (~$1,011).
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