144Hz is Completely Outdated! The First 4K 240Hz Gaming Monitor Unveiled

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Apr 20, 2023

Panel technologies continue to advance almost every day. As a result, we can see features such as 2K and 144Hz screens even in the smartphones we use. This progress renders the once-popular 1080p 144Hz monitors insufficient for today’s needs. Fortunately, AU Optronics (AUO) is stepping in to provide gamers with a cutting-edge solution. During a recent showcase event, AUO unveiled the world’s first 4K 240Hz monitor.

The World’s First 4K 240Hz Gaming Monitor Has Arrived

For quite some time, 1080p or 2K monitors have dominated the high-end display market. However, as technology continues to advance, it seems that 144Hz is becoming a thing of the past. During a recent showcase event, AUO unveiled the world’s first 4K 240Hz 32-inch gaming monitor.

The panel is based on AUO’s proprietary AHVA (Advanced Hyper-Viewing Angle) technology, an enhanced version of traditional IPS panels. It boasts features such as reduced reflections and improved wide-angle viewing. Other notable specifications of this gaming monitor include a brightness of 400 nits, a 1ms gray-to-gray response time, and 95% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut. However, it should be noted that some color uniformity issues were observed at specific viewing angles during the showcase.

In addition to the 4K 240Hz display, AUO also revealed other innovative products at the event, including a 5K 360Hz display with a non-standard 5K resolution of 5120×1440 and a 1080p 540Hz display. These cutting-edge displays demonstrate AUO’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of gaming monitor technology.

While there’s no official word on pricing or availability for the 4K 240Hz gaming monitor, it’s clear that AUO is raising the bar for high-end monitors.

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Study Shows Younger iPhone Users Upgrade to New Models More Quickly

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Oğuz Çakır

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Apr 20, 2023

Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. People of all ages, from 7 to 70, depend on these devices for communication and everyday tasks. n line with this, many of us purchase a new smartphone every 1-2 years. Smartphones have been quite successful in nearly every segment over the past few years, and the differences between old and new models are smaller than ever. Even though we know this, many of us still change phones often, with younger users upgrading to newer models even more quickly. Here are the details…

Younger Apple users upgrade their iPhones more frequently than older customers

According to a recent study by the Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) on Apple users, younger people tend to upgrade their iPhones to newer models more frequently than older customers. For example, 45% of users aged 18 to 24 had their previous phone for less than two years, which is over three times the rate of those aged 65 and older. 65% of customers aged 65 or older kept their previous phone for at least three years, a figure more than 2.5 times greater than the percentage observed in the 18 to 24 age group.

CIRP’s study also found that 40% to 45% of consumers between 18 to 54 years of age retired a phone that was under two years old, and 21% to 27% of consumers aged 55 or older gave up a phone they held for three years or longer. In fact, this situation is not too surprising. As many of us know from personal experience and observing our close circles, young people spend more time on their smartphones. Every day, millions of people consume and create content on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

These trends, along with many others, push young people to change their phones even when they might not need to. Brands, aware of this, target young users with their advertising. Another possible reason is the interest many young people, including the editor who wrote this news and the readers, have in technology. However, it wouldn’t be accurate to say we are solely responsible for driving up these numbers.

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Acer Chromebook Spin 714 2023 launched with 2K webcam, 13th Gen Intel processors, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 20, 2023

At the Next@Acer 2023 event, the Taiwanese PC maker announced its latest premium convertible ChromeOS-powered laptop. Officially called the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 2023 arrives with multiple upgrades over the 2022 model.

First and foremost, the notebook is powered by 13th Gen Intel U series processors. It can be availed in either Core i3, i5, or i7 variants.

The processors are paired with either 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB LPDDR4X RAM. Whereas, on the storage front, it uses a 128GB PCIe Gen3 NVMe SSD or 256GB / 512GB / 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD.

Further, the laptop comes with a QHD (2K) webcam, which is a first for an Acer Chromebook, The device also offers a fingerprint sensor that was not available on its predecessor.

The notebook sports a 14-inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA) and 340 nits peak brightness level. The 360° touch screen panel has a 16:10 aspect ratio and covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut. It also supports USI stylus input.

The product is MIL-STD 810H-certified for durability. It houses dual upward-firing stereo speakers and dual microphones. Its connectivity options include WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, 2 x USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4, 1 x USB Type-A, an HMDI, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Last but not least, the device weighs about 1.37kg and it is backed by a 56 Wh battery, which is rated to last for up to 10 hours.

The Acer Chromebook Spin 714 2023 will be available in North America from May starting at $699. On the other hand, it will cost €999 in EMEA and will go on sale in this region in July.

boAt Rockerz 551ANC Wireless Headphones launch with 35dB ANC, up to 100 hr playtime

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Anurag

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Apr 20, 2023

boAt has a wide range of audio products as well as smart wearables. The Indian brand is especially known for its affordable earbuds and headphones. The company has today expanded its portfolio further by launching new wireless headphones in India, dubbed boAt Rockerz 551ANC. They bring some solid specs for the price, including up to 100 hours of playback, 35db active noise cancellation, and powerful drivers. Let’s look closely at its specifications and pricing.

boAt Rockerz 551ANC bring 40mm Drivers

The headphones debut with an over-ear design with soft cushions. They are offered in black, blue, and white colors. They have a minimalistic look that most people be comfortable with. The boAt Rockerz 551ANC come with 40mm drivers to deliver a powerful sound. They also support custom EQ that is accessible via the app and let users choose from multiple presets, called Signature and Balanced.

These headphones are equipped with Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation technology, which can effectively reduce external noise by up to 35 decibels. Additionally, the Ambient Sound Mode allows you to remain aware of your surroundings while enjoying your music. There are buttons on the headphones that make it easy to control your music, activate the default voice assistant, and answer calls.

The boAt Rockerz 551ANC headphones are claimed to offer up to 100 hours of battery life on a single charge. The company also claims that the headset provides up to 10 hours of playback time with just 10 minutes of charging. The headphones come with a USB Type-C charging port and utilize boAt’s ASAP Charge tech.

boAt Rockerz 551ANC Price

Starting from April 24th at 12 A.M, the boAt Rockerz 551ANC will be available for purchase at a special launch price of Rs. 2999 on Flipkart, Amazon, as well as the official website of the company.

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Tianma supplies display panels for Xiaomi Smart Band 8 and Xiaomi Pad 6 series

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 20, 2023

Earlier this week, Xiaomi unveiled its most anticipated smartphone — Xiaomi 13 Ultra. Alongside this phone, the company also announced a bunch of other products.

Some of these devices are Xiaomi Smart Band 8 and Xiaomi Pad 6 series. The company’s eighth-gen fitness tracker arrives with an OLED panel, whereas its sixth-gen tablets sport an LCD screen.

However, the supplier of these displays is one and the same. The said supplier has formally announced it, following the launch of these products.

According to ITHome, Tianma has officially revealed that it is the supplier of OLED displays for the Xiaomi Smart Band 8. This rounded rectangular screen measures 1.62 inches diagonally.

The panel comes with a 326 PPI and a 60Hz refresh rate. Hence, it is sharp as well as smooth. The display supports up to 600 nits peak brightness level, AOD (Always-on Display), and it is accompanied by an ambient light sensor for automatic brightness.

Similarly, Tianma is also supplying the LCD panels for the Xiaomi Pad 6 and the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro. For the unaware, Xiaomi also sources panels from TCL CSOT for its latest tablets.

These tablets are equipped with the same display. Their 11-inch screen offers a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, 10-bit color depth, 309 PPI, and a 144Hz refresh rate. This 16:10 panel supports up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, 550 nits peak brightness level, stylus input, HDR10, and Dolby Vision.

Both the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 and Xiaomi Pad 6 series are expected to release outside mainland China in the coming weeks.

Geely Geometry Panda Mini W.T. Duck Limited Edition showcased at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 20, 2023

Geely’s Geometry has launched the Panda Mini W.T. Duck limited edition at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show. The model is a limited edition of the Panda Mini that was launched in December 2022. The limited edition Panda Mini is available in two versions Happy and Lucky, priced at 53,900 yuan ($7,842) and 56,900 yuan ($8,279).

The EV is based on the ordinary version of the Panda Mini and incorporates a lot of W.T Duck IP elements into its design as well as the yellow color scheme. The interior also has some enhancement in line with the W.T. Duck theme.

As a reminder, the Panda Mini is a two-door, four-seat city vehicle with a length of 3,065mm. It can be easily parked even in very tight spaces. The car is equipped with a panoramic glass roof with several warm color options that accentuate the panda-like look. The wheels are designed to bear a semblance to the panda’s paw prints and its front bumper reflects this. There is a trim at the bottom of the front bumper that looks like a panda’s ears. The round headlights and taillights bear a semblance to the panda’s eyes. The mini EV packs an 8-inch central control screen as well as a wireless mobile phone interconnection system.

In terms of power, the Panda Mini EV is equipped with a 30kW electric motor and a LFP battery manufactured by Guoxuan Hi-Tech. The range of the EV is 150km which is decent for daily city commutes and even inter-city one-way movements. The W.T Duck model is even said to have up to 200km range. It also supports 22kW DC fast charging which can fully charge the battery in just 68 minutes.

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Dell Inspiron 24 AIO With FHD Pop-Up Camera Launched In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Apr 20, 2023

Dell has launched a new All-in-one Inspiron desktop in India. It arrives as the successor to the last year’s Inspiron AIO 24. The latest offering packs premium specifications and features. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

Dell Inspiron 24 AIO specifications and features

The Dell Inspiron 24 AIO features a 24-inch IPS display bearing an FHD resolution. It is offered in touch and non-touch options. The monitor is equipped with a 1080p pop-up FHD camera that can be tilted from zero to 20 degrees for better viewing. The camera also supports Windows Hello authentication with infrared facial recognition for faster unlocks.

In terms of audio, the Dell Inspiron 24 AIO comes with two 5W Dolby Atmos-certified speakers tuned by Waves MaxxAudio Pro. Dell claims to deliver improved picture and audio quality during video chats.

Under the hood, the Dell Inspiron 24 AIO is equipped with Intel’s 13th generation U series processors up to Core i7. There is up to Nvidia MX550 GPU onboard. The desktop comes with two DIMM slots for up to 16GB DDR4 RAM. It packs 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD. It runs on Windows 11 OS.

Connectivity options on the Dell Inspiron 24 AIO include a side-mounted Gen 2 USB-C port, an Ethernet port, three USB-A ports, an HDMI port, a 3.5mm jack, and WiFi-6E.

The Dell Inspiron AIO 24 carries a starting price tag of Rs 56,490 and is offered in Dark Shadow Grey or Pearl White colour options. It can be purchased via Dell Exclusive Stores and Large Retail Outlets, starting April 24.

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Honor Magic 5 Pro goes on sale in the UK with offers & freebies

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Apr 20, 2023

Honor recently launched the Magic 5 Pro in the UK. This came after the device was already launched in China last month. Now, the Magic 5 Pro is up for sale in the UK with some interesting discounts and bonuses.

Honor Magic 5 Pro UK discounts & offers

The Honor Magic 5 Pro is now available for purchase in the UK at a price of £949.99. The company has announced an early bird offer for subscribers to its email updates, which includes an £80 voucher. Additionally, Honor is offering a 10% discount to students or those who own other Honor devices. However, only one of these voucher codes can be used for each purchase.

To sweeten the deal, Honor is also providing several complimentary gifts worth £500 to customers who place their initial orders for the Magic 5 Pro. These gifts include a free pair of Earbuds 3 Pro, a premium case, a SuperCharge Wireless Charger Stand, and a 1-time Screen Protection Service within the first 6 months of ownership. Honor normally sells the Earbuds 3 Pro for £169.99 and the SuperCharge Wireless Charger Stand for £84.99.

For those who purchase the Magic 5 Pro, Honor is offering the Pad X8 for only £49.99, down from the original price of £179.99. Alternatively, customers can choose to purchase a Watch GS 3 smartwatch for the same discounted price.

Honor Magic 5 Pro specs

The Honor Magic 5 Pro has a 6.81-inch Quad-Curved Floating Screen with gesture support, 1Hz-120Hz Dynamic refresh rate, and 1,800 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 12GB RAM, and 512GB storage. The phone has a triple-camera setup with a 50 MP primary camera, a 50 MP ultrawide shooter, and a 50 MP Periscope telephoto camera.

It also has a 12 MP selfie camera with a 3D depth sensor and runs on Android 13 with the MagicOS 7.1 skin. The phone has a 5,100 mAh battery with 66W wired fast charging support and 50W wireless SuperCharge support. The Honor Magic 5 Pro is a sleek and powerful smartphone that offers excellent features and specifications.

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Vivo X Flip uses BOE displays with new Q9 luminous materials & LTPO dynamic refresh rate

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Anurag

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Apr 20, 2023

Vivo X Flip marks the brand’s entry in the clamshell foldable phone category. It debuted today in China alongside the second-gen X Fold 2 and brings some notable features that make it a worthy competitor to the existing Oppo Find N2 Flip and the Galaxy Z Flip 4. There’s a spacious 3-inch AMOLED cover display and a 6.74-inch main panel. The company has now detailed that the phone uses a BOE-made display with new Q9 luminous materials and adaptive dynamic refresh rate technology.

Vivo X Flip gets an immersive display

Vivo X Flip debuted earlier today and the company has now shared some interesting information about its display. As per the official announcement, the flippable brings unique adaptive OLED internal and external screens, manufactured by China’s BOE.

The Vivo X Flip series boasts a top-of-the-line flexible OLED display technology solution from BOE, which comes equipped with the company’s ultra-thin glass (UTG) technology. With UTG, the folding screen’s durability and flexibility have been significantly improved, making it thinner and less prone to display damage.

Further, the handset features a 6.74-inch OLED folding screen with BOE’s water drop folding and bending solution. The screen remains flat after bending and unfolding, however, there’s a notable crease. The panel is claimed to offer a smooth touch response speed with 240Hz touch sampling rate technology.

Both the internal and external dual screens use BOE’s new Q9 luminescent materials, providing an optimal color display with a wide color gamut technology and a peak brightness of 1200nit. The company has also incorporated ultra-high frequency PWM dimming technology that protects the eyes by reducing the potential damage caused by screen flickering in dark environments. In addition, the harmful blue light on the screen is minimized through the optimization of the screen’s light-emitting structural unit.

You can check the rest of the specifications of the handset in our launch coverage here.

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Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro breaks pre-order records in China, here’s probably why

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Sudhanshu

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Apr 20, 2023

Xiaomi recently held a major launch event for the Xiaomi 13 Ultra smartphone. The brand also launched a bunch of other devices at this event like the latest generation of its popular tablet line called the Xiaomi Pad 6 series (mi Pad 6 series). The Xiaomi Pad 6 and Pad 6 Pro both went live for pre-order shortly after the launch. Now, it appears that the Pro model has set a new pre-sale record.

The news comes from the Chinese publication Fast Technology News (via) claiming that the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro has broken pre-sales record on both JD (Jingdong) and Tmall, two of the major e-commerce platforms in China. It is predicted that the tablet will go on to make new pre-sale records in the coming days. The outburst of these pre-orders could be credited to the impressive spec sheet and the mind-blowing price-to-performance ratio of the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro.

The Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro starts at 2499 yuan ($363) for the base model, however, its top configuration is up for pre-order at 3399 yuan ($494). Other than that, the Pad 6 Pro also comes in 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB. With these prices and configurations, it is easy to see why the tablet might be enticing for many. Check out the specifications of the tablet below.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro specs

Xiaomi has recently launched the Pad 6 Pro, which is one of the latest tablets to hit the market. The device boasts an 11-inch LCD display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels and an impressive 144Hz refresh rate. The display also supports P3 color gamut, 10-bit color depth, HDR10, and Dolby Vision. One of the unique features of the tablet is that it supports environmental color temperature sensing, which adjusts the screen’s brightness and color temperature based on the ambient light intensity. The display is also certified by TUV Rheinland for hardware-level low blue light, ensuring safety for the eyes.

Under the hood, the Pad 6 Pro is powered by a flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ processor, making it powerful enough to handle any task thrown its way. The tablet comes with an impressive 50MP main camera paired with a 2MP depth-of-field sensor in a dual-camera setup. The front-facing camera is also notable, featuring a 20MP sensor for selfies and video calls.

The device also packs an 8600mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging, which can charge the tablet from 0-100% in just 62 minutes. The Pad 6 Pro supports both fingerprint and face unlock, as well as Wi-Fi 6 enhanced version. The device runs on MIUI Pad 14 OS based on Android 13, with several battery-saving features, including a deep sleep mode that extends standby time up to 47.9 days.

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2023 Red Dot Design award-winning TCL S642W and S643W soundbars unveiled

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 20, 2023

TCL has unveiled the S642W and S643W soundbars with some impressive features. The new TCL S64 series soundbars also come with an affordable price tag. Interestingly, the new TCL soundbars won a 2023 Red Dot design award for their innovations. Both models support Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual X.

The TCL S642W is a 2.1Ch and the S643 a 3.1Ch model, with both featuring a wireless subwoofer. The new TCL S64 series Home Theatre Soundbar range also feature HDMI 1.4 ARC port. The Bass Boost feature on both models makes for a more immersive sound. There are six specialized settings that the user can choose from to suit their sound needs. These include movie, game, and standard modes. The gadget supports Bluetooth 5.3 wireless connectivity and the device can be controlled using a voice assistant.

The TCL S642W has dual speakers and a total output of 200W and is accompanied by a 60W wireless subwoofer. The TCL S643W soundbar has three full-range speakers and a total output of 240W. This is further accentuated by a wireless 70W subwoofer while speech-enhancing technology helps to deliver greater clarity. The new TCL soundbars are compatible with the latest TCL TVs like the C34, C64, and C74.

As per pricing, the TCL S642W soundbar will retail in Europe for €150 (165) while the S643W will be priced at €180 ($198). TCL is still keeping under wraps the exact release date for the TCL S64 range of soundbars. There are no further global availability details yet for the models.

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Realme 11 Pro+ could get a dedicated Mode for Moon Photography

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Anurag

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Apr 20, 2023

Realme plans to unveil its latest number series next month and the Realme 11 Pro+ will be leading the pack. Although the handset will debut as a mid-ranger, it will bring some notable features, including a Dimensity 7-series chipset, 100W fast charging, and an AMOLED display with high-frequency dimming. Its cameras are also going to be impressive, so much so that, it will get a dedicated mode clicking stunning moon shots.

Lunar photography with Realme 11 Pro+

Realme China Marketing Director Jessie recently shared an image of the moon captured by the Realme 11 Pro+ on Weibo. As you’d see in the image below, the handset managed to capture a decent-looking shot of the moon, suggesting it features a dedicated telephoto sensor. Rumors point to an 8MP telephoto unit and a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP3 sensor.

It should mean that the upcoming Realme 11 Pro+ will get a Moon Mode that will allow users to click pictures of the moon with significant details. The brand could be using some AI-based scene optimization technology to recognize the moon and produce high-quality images with good details.

Previous reports suggest the Realme 11 Pro+ will sport a tall 6.7-inch AMOLED display that offers an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 2160Hz PWM high-frequency dimming. Under the hood, it may be powered by a Dimensity 7-series processor complete with up to 16GB of RAM and up to a massive 1TB of onboard storage.

Powered by a 5,000mAh battery, the device will likely carry support for 100W fast charging. The Realme 11 Pro+ will is reported to be joined by the Realme 11 Pro and possibly a vanilla Realme 11.

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Edifier M330 all-in-one Bluetooth Speaker with Bluetooth 5.3, 5200mAh battery launched in China for 849 yuan ($131)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 20, 2023

Ediifier has launched the M330 Bluetooth Speaker in China. The Edifier M330 is an all-in-one Bluetooth speaker that has the hi-res gold standard specification. The retro-styled new Edifier speaker uses engraved piano keys and comes with a three-dimensional woven mesh. The speaker’s color scheme is reminiscent of the classic colors of the earliest speakers. The Edifier M330 speaker sports a brown classical color.

The Edifier M330 Bluetooth speaker uses a composite wool basin and 2.1 acoustic system The acoustics are formed by two 1-inch silk film tweeters and a 4-inch composite wool basin mid-bass unit. The speaker is housed inside a 12mm-thick high-strength MDF construction box. The speaker offers Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and the gadget can be controlled through its companion mobile phone app.

The Edifier M330 has a built-in 7.4V 5,200mAh batteries that provide up to 12 hours of usage. The speaker can be used to charge other devices, as it supports reverse charging. The M330 has two class D power amplifiers with 0.03% total harmonic distortion plus noise. It delivers a 107dB signal-to-noise ratio and a 45W (RMS) output.

The Edifier M330 Bluetooth speaker is equipped with LDAC high-definition codec technology, wired/ wireless Hi-Res double gold standard certification, and a sampling rate of 96kHz. The device has a maximum transmission rate of 990kbps. The gadget is available on retail platforms in China including JD.com. The launch price of the Edifier M330 Bluetooth speaker is 899 yuan (~$131). There are no details yet on the global availability of the new Edifier retro-styled Bluetooth speaker.

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Apple Beats Studio Buds+ could Launch Soon as they get IMDA certified

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Anurag

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Apr 20, 2023

Apple is working on new Beat earbuds and traces of the same were found in iOS 16.4 Release Candidate last month. The earbuds are expected to be called the Beats Studio Buds+ and they’ll likely arrive as an upgrade over the original Studio Buds that were launched in 2021. While there’s no official announcement yet, the earbuds have received the IMDA certification, suggesting they are a step closer to the launch.

Beats Studio Buds+ early details

The latest IMDA listing of the hearables does not reveal anything peculiar about the earbuds. The Indonesian authority lists the Beats Studio Buds+ with model numbers A2872 and A2871 and that’s about all the details we get from the listing. They were recently spotted on the FCC website as well but no interesting revelations were made from there as well.

Luckily, the earbuds appeared on IOS 16.4 Release Candidate last month with some key specifications. It was discovered that Studio Buds+ will get an Apple chip underneath, unlike the original Studio Buds that feature a proprietary Beats chip. The new chip will apparently open doors for new features like audio sharing, auto device switching, and voice commands via “Hey Siri.”

You can expect them to offer standard features like active noise cancellation and transparency mode. A leaked image of the Beats earbuds reveals they will have media controls for play/pause and also the option to press and hold to switch between noise-canceling modes. The TWS can be seen in a new black color with gold details, but the rest of the design remains essentially the same as its predecessor. Other specifications are yet to be known. We hope to learn more in the coming days.

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Launched In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Apr 20, 2023

Fujifilm has launched a new instant camera in India. The latest offering is the Instax Mini 12 and it arrives as the successor to the Instax Mini 11. The device also carries an affordable price tag. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 specifications and features

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 retains the same design as its predecessor. It features Auto Exposure that determines the right exposure for a particular situation. There is ISO of up to 800 value. The device has a programmed electronic shutter with values of 1/2 to 1/250 second along with slow synchro for low light.

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 comes with a flashlight. It has a viewfinder ensuring that the output is the same as what is being seen while capturing. The camera’s lens has two components and two elements that can be twisted depending on the usage. There is a close-up mode that is ideal for close-up shots and distances of 30 cm to 50 cm. The Instax Mini 12 also has a Selfie Mirror for better selfies.

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is said to develop films in approx 90 seconds. The film ejection is also automatic. The camera is powered by 2 AAA batteries. The films are sold separately.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 pricing and availability

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is priced at Rs 9,499 and it can be purchased from Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, and leading retail stores. The camera is offered in Clay White, Lilac Purple, Mint Green, Pastel Blue, and Blossom Pink colors.

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MG Comet compact EV announced in India with a 230km range

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2023

MG Motors has just announced its latest electric vehicle model for the Indian market. The new automobile is the MG Comet compact EV that will seek to compete with other affordable and compact EV cars, so here are all the details.

MG Motors’ Comet is a compact EV

For those unaware, the Indian automobile market has some compact models like the Tata Tiago EV and the Citroen eC3. The new Comet features a tall boy design and features a three door format. This makes it quite compact, which helps keeps its cost and power requirements low. The company had been teasing this model’s launch in India for sometime now, and has finally unveiled this in the region. Although, its pricing is still unclear, but it will be revealed sometime later this year.

Thanks to its small size, the new electric vehicle is clearly built for urban transport in cities. While its overall footprint is quite small, the tall boy design ensures that there is enough space on the inside. This model is also being offered in multiple colorful options and users are even offered customization options, which includes personalization options like skins and other body wraps. Other notable design elements include, aerodynamic wheel caps, LED lighting, dual tone roof, and even a parking camera.

The MG Comet EV likely houses a 41bhp engine that offers 110Nm of peak torque. This engine will be powered by a 17.3kWh battery pack that promises to deliver a maximum operational range of 230 kilometers. This battery can be charged from 0 to 100 percent in around 7 hours via a 3.3kW charger.

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Realme 11 5G appears on Bureau of Indian Standards ahead of launch

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Sudhanshu

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Apr 20, 2023

Realme, the Chinese smartphone maker, is gearing up for the launch of its upcoming Realme 11 series next month in China. The series is expected to include multiple smartphones, including the Realme 11 5G, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Plus. Additionally, the Realme 11 4G might also launch alongside these devices. While the company is yet to confirm the exact launch date, a couple of Realme smartphones have been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website.

The Realme 11 5G, which is one of the most anticipated mid-range smartphones from the brand, has seemingly cleared the BIS certification. Moreover, another smartphone, which could possibly be a part of the same series, has also cleared BIS. So, let’s dive into more details about the Realme 11 5G specifications, features, and other details that are currently known.

The Realme 11 5G has been spotted on the BIS website with the model number RMX3751. Another Realme smartphone with the model number RMX3750 has also cleared the BIS certification, but the name of the phone is still unknown.

Recently, the 11 5G was spotted on TENAA as well. The listing revealed the design of the phone, which appears to be similar to the 11 Pro and 11 Pro+ 5G. There is a massive camera module on the back, and the circular-shaped camera module has two visible cutouts and an LED flash module. Unfortunately, the listing did not reveal any details about the camera sensors.

On the front, the phone has a hole-punch cutout at the top left corner of the screen. Unlike the Pro models, which will sport a curved screen, the 11 5G has a flat display. Additionally, we can also see the power and volume keys on the right side of the phone.

As of now, not much is known about the 11 5G’s other specifications and features. However, the phone is expected to launch alongside the 11 Pro series next month in China.

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Netflix Puts an End to the Password-Sharing

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Oğuz Çakır

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Apr 20, 2023

“Netflix plans to stop password and account sharing” – you’ve probably heard statements like this multiple times in the past year. Indeed, the company has been developing a way to boost its revenue and profit from users who share their accounts. They’ve even tested this approach in select Asian and South American countries. Up until now, most global users haven’t been affected. Sadly, this calm period is ending. Netflix has announced that they will soon start cracking down on password sharing. Here are the details…

Netflix crackdown on password sharing to begin soon

Netflix is preparing to implement its long-discussed policy against account sharing for all users. According to a letter sent to shareholders the other day, the policy will be in effect by the end of July in the United States and shortly thereafter worldwide. The company has estimated that more than 100 million households share passwords. This means that if these individuals were to either open new accounts or pay additional fees for the shared accounts, it could generate billions of dollars in extra revenue for Netflix.

Many users are curious about how Netflix will detect account sharing. In fact, the streaming giant is still working on this issue. The purpose of tests in Asia and South America is to solve these problems. For example, it would be quite frustrating for the system to think you are sharing your account while traveling or on vacation and then request an additional fee. The company is developing alternative solutions to ensure such scenarios do not happen.

If the question on your mind is “What will happen to those who share Netflix accounts?” we can say that two options will emerge for them. The first option is to stop sharing accounts and for everyone to have their own individual account. The second option is to compensate for Netflix’s loss by paying an additional fee for the other account or accounts. It’s up to you to decide which option is more reasonable for you, but one way or another, you must accept that the era of account sharing is coming to an end.

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Vivo Pad 2 With 144Hz Display, Dimensity 9000 SoC Launched

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Viraj Gawde

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Apr 20, 2023

Alongside the launch of the Vivo X Fold 2 and X Flip, Vivo has also launched a new tablet. It is called the Vivo Pad 2 and arrives as the successor to the last year’s Vivo Pad. The latest offering packs significant upgrades over its predecessor. Read on to know what the tablet offers out of the box.

Vivo Pad 2 specifications and features

The Vivo Pad 2 sports a 12.1-inch LCD display bearing a resolution of 2.8K pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. It offers HDR10 support and 600 nits peak brightness. The device is compatible with a stylus and keyboard with the former having the ability to attach on the side of the tablet. The Vivo Pad 2 features a self-developed simulation writing engine that provides users with real and tactile feedback similar to what they experience when writing with a pen or pencil on paper. This could be useful for users who prefer to take notes or draw.

On the audio front, the Vivo Pad 2 is equipped with four full-range speakers and two tweeters producing sound output up to 6W. The device sports a metallic unibody with a light and thin form factor.

The Vivo Pad 2 has a circular rear camera module. It houses a 13MP primary sensor and a 2MP macro lens paired with an LED flash unit. There is an 8MP front-facing selfie snapper.

Under the hood, the Vivo Pad 2 is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor. It packs up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. The tablet draws its power from a 10,000mAh battery unit with support for 44W fast charging. The device runs on Android 13 based OriginOS 3 for Pad and offers a comprehensive cross-screen collaboration between the tablet and mobile as well as PC.

Vivo Pad 2 pricing and availability

The Vivo Pad 2 is priced at RMB 2,399 (~$348) and RMB 2,799 (~$401) for the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants respectively. The 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB configurations carry a price tag of RMB 3,099 (~$450) and RMB 3,399 (~$494) respectively. The Vivo Pencil and Smart Touch Keyboard cost RMB 499 and RMB 599 respectively. The tablet is offered in Harami Blue, Nebula Purple, and Far Mountain Ash colors.

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WhatsApp might soon bring animated emoji support

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2023

WhatsApp might be working on an interesting new feature for its popular chat application for desktops. The company could soon offer animated emojis on its messaging platform, so here are all the details.

WhatsApp Animated Emojis might soon hit the beta

Meta is reportedly working on this feature that would like to add a new interactive/expressive element to chats. This feature might soon be available on an upcoming beta for the WhatsApp desktop app. The news arrives from WABetaInfo who also shared a GIF that showcases this feature. Looking at this animated emoji, we can see the Party Horn and Party Hat emoji bouncing around as it does a full 360 degree rotate.

It is unclear how exactly one accesses these animated emojis, but WhatsApp might share the animated version of a specific emoji instead of the static one if the user only sends a single emoji. Keep in mind that it also needs a animated version to offer this functionality. Since the feature is supposedly making its way to the WhatsApp desktop beta, we can expect it to also be soon available in the smartphone mobile beta app version as well.

With animated emoji’s, the userbase can expect to have a new have of interaction and expression in group chats. This, in turn, will make the chatting experience more fun and have the platform better company with iMessage and even Google’s Messages app that have supported animated emojis for years now.

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