Polestar 4 to debut at Shanghai Auto Show this month as the company’s fastest car

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Apr 12, 2023

Polestar, a Swedish automotive company, has confirmed that it will unveil Polestar 4 EV car at the Shanghai Auto Show next week on 18th April.

While not much is known about this upcoming electric car from the company, it has been confirmed that the car will be the fastest one from the brand so far.

The Polestar 4, which will be a coupe SUV, is expected to have a design that falls somewhere between the Polestar 3 and the updated Polestar 2. The next generation model will be the fastest from the brand, which means it will surpass the Polestar 1, capable of 0-62 mph in 4.2 seconds.

The car will be the first production EV to come with design cues and sustainability enhancements that were previously featured on Polestar concepts. In a press release, the company says, “Polestar has taken the SUV coupé and transformed it for the electric age. Polestar 4 marries the aerodynamics of a coupé with the space of an SUV in a package enhanced by modern technology.”

As of now, there’s no information about the Polestar 4’s pricing or availability. Currently, the company is taking pre-orders for Polestar 3, which starts at $85,300 in the United States and is expected to enter production later this year. The company has already revealed Polestar 5, which is set to arrive sometime in 2024.

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Xiaomi Retains Dominance in Q1 2023 Chinese TV Market, TCL Soars, and Huawei Struggles

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Oğuz Çakır

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Apr 11, 2023

The first quarter of 2023 has proven to be a mixed bag for the Chinese TV market, with some brands maintaining their lead and others experiencing significant declines. According to recent data from RUNTO, the total shipment volume of Chinese TV brands reached 8.52 million units in Q1, a minor 0.6% decrease compared to the same period in 2022, and an 8.9% drop compared to 2021. Here are the details…

Xiaomi Retains Dominance in Q1 2023 Chinese TV Market, TCL Soars, and Huawei Struggles

In Q1 2023, the combined shipment volume of the top seven traditional Chinese TV brands—Xiaomi, Hisense, TCL, Skyworth, Changhong, Haier, and Konka—along with their sub-brands reached 7.89 million units, representing a 2.5% YoY growth. These brands captured a massive 92.6% of the total market share, a historical high, and a 2.7 percentage point increase from the same period in 2022. Breaking down the performance of each brand:

Xiaomi, including its Redmi sub-brand, shipped approximately 2 million units in Q1, accounting for 24% of the overall market share. Despite a slight decrease compared to 2022, Xiaomi maintained its top position in the Chinese TV market for the fourth consecutive year.
Hisense, along with its Vidda sub-brand, shipped nearly 2 million units, achieving a 13% YoY growth and a market share increase of around 3 percentage points. Notably, the Hisense brand led the market in monthly shipments during February and March.
TCL, featuring sub-brands Leiniao and Lehua, witnessed a 37% YoY growth in Q1, the highest growth rate in the industry. Its market share also increased by 4.5 percentage points compared to the same period last year.
Skyworth, accompanied by its Coocaa sub-brand, saw a considerable 11% growth in Q1, along with a 1.5 percentage point increase in market share.
The second-tier brands Changhong, Haier, and Konka, which typically have an annual shipment scale of around 3 million units, experienced a challenging Q1. They faced intense competition from top-tier brands, resulting in decreased shipment volumes and combined market shares. Their total shipments amounted to roughly 1.3 million units, with a YoY decline of over 20% and a market share reduction of around 5 percentage points.
Huawei struggled significantly in Q1 2023, as internal adjustments negatively impacted sales. Shipments fell below 200,000 units, marking a YoY drop of over 50%.
Sharp, a foreign brand, faced a similar decline as Huawei, with its shipment volumes cut in half. Other brands like Sony, Samsung, and Philips maintained their 2022 market shares, with a combined share of less than 10%.

As we move further into 2023, the industry will closely monitor the TV market’s performance during the short holiday in early May and the 618 presale event at the end of May. These events will likely provide crucial insights into the market dynamics and future trends for the remainder of the year.

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Realme GT Neo5 SE Shatters Sales Records: Over 100,000 Units Sold on Day One, Starting at 1,999 Yuan

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Oğuz Çakır

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Apr 11, 2023

Realme continues to expand its smartphone family. The company, which focuses on models with a high price-to-performance ratio, is able to appeal to a broader user base. Recently, Realme added a new model to the GT Neo series, the Realme GT Neo5 SE. The phone, which went on sale today, broke sales records on its very first day. Here are the details…

Realme GT Neo5 SE Shatters Sales Records: Over 100,000 Units Sold on Day One, Starting at ¥1,999

Realme’s newest addition to its popular GT Neo series, the GT Neo5 SE, has achieved a remarkable feat by selling over 100,000 units across all channels on its first day of sales. According to the company’s announcement, this makes the GT Neo5 SE the best-selling single product in the history of the GT Neo series.

Realme GT Neo5 SE variants with pricing:

8GB+256GB – 1999 yuan ($290)
12GB+256GB – 2199 yuan ($320)
12GB+512GB – 2299 yuan ($334)
16GB+1TB – 2599 yuan ($378)

Realme GT Neo5 SE Specifications:

The Realme GT Neo5 SE boasts a 6.74-inch 144Hz AMOLED display with a resolution of 2772×1240 pixels. The display offers up to 1450 nits peak brightness, a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming.

Under the hood, the phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4nm) Mobile Platform with an Adreno 725 GPU. It comes with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 3.1 storage. The GT Neo5 SE runs on Android 13 with Realme UI 4.0.

The rear camera setup consists of a 64MP primary sensor with OIS and an f/1.79 aperture, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor with a 112° field of view and an f/2.2 aperture, and a 2MP microscope lens with an f/3.3 aperture. For selfies, the phone is equipped with a 16MP front camera.

Security-wise, the phone features an in-display fingerprint sensor. Audio capabilities include USB Type-C audio, stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, and Hi-Res Audio support. Connectivity options on the GT Neo5 SE consist of 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ax (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS (L1 + L5)/GLONASS, NFC, and USB Type-C. The device packs a 5500mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging support. Measuring 163.9×75.8×8.95mm and weighing 193.1g, the Realme GT Neo5 SE is available in two color options: Final Fantasy and Extreme Black.

Realme GT Neo5 SE:

Specification	Details
Display	6.74-inch (2772×1240 pixels) 144Hz AMOLED with up to 1450 nits peak brightness
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4nm) Mobile Platform with Adreno 725 GPU
RAM	Up to 16GB LPDDR5X
Storage	Up to 1TB UFS 3.1
Rear Camera	64MP primary sensor with OIS and f/1.79 aperture
	8MP ultra-wide sensor with 112° field of view and f/2.2 aperture
	2MP microscope lens with f/3.3 aperture
Front Camera	16MP
Operating System	Android 13 with Realme UI 4.0
Battery	5500mAh with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging support
Connectivity	5G SA/ NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ax (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3
	GPS (L1 + L5)/ GLONASS, NFC, and USB Type-C
Dimensions and Weight	163.9×75.8×8.95mm and weighs 193.1g
Colors	Final Fantasy and Extreme Black

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Dell launches Alienware m18/ x16 R1 and Inspiron 16 laptops in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2023

Dell has unveiled a new lineup of Alienware and Inspiron laptops in India. The Dell Alienware m18 and x16 R1 as well as the Inspiron 16 and 16 2-in-1 were announced earlier this year. The new laptops will catch the fancy of students, gamers, and creators, offering both entertainment and an enhanced work outlook.

Dell Technologies recently released the Inspiron 14 laptops with Intel and AMD processor options. The Alienware m18 is an excellent and powerful gaming machine that is feature-rich. It is powered by the Intel Core i9-13980HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 GPUs. The Alienware m18 has a QHD with a 165Hz display refresh rate. It comes with Advanced Optimus and G-SYNC support and offers more space than previous models. The storage capacity of the gaming powerhouse of a laptop is 9TB.

The Dell Alienware x16 R1 is a more portable laptop and features an excellent sound system. It comes with a 6-speaker audio system that includes up-firing tweeters and dual woofers. It also features 100 micro-LEDs on the rear stadium which combines with the AlienFX Scanner and Loop. It is also equipped with Alienware’s HyperEfficient Voltage Regulation technology well-suited for extended gaming sessions. The laptop features a decent, premium, and futuristic design. Its softer edges provide improved grip and it has a 240Hz QHD+ display. The laptops support Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, with sufficient blue light reduction via ComfortView Plus.

The Dell Alienware m18 has up to 64GB of dual-channel RAM and a 97Wh battery with a 330W adapter. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type A), Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, and an SD card slot. It comes with an ultra-low-profile mechanical keyboard and is available in a dark metallic moon color. Similar connectivity options are available with the x15 R1 together with Bluetooth support. The smaller laptop has a 90Wh battery with a 330W adapter.

The new Dell Inspiron 16 and Inspiron 16 2-in-1 provide learning and entertainment in full measure. They feature enhanced displays, spatial audio technology, and enhanced video capabilities including video chatting. They offer lightning-fast performance thanks to their powerful Intel Core i9 processors.

The Inspiron 16 2-in-1 has a 4K UHD+ display and a 360-degree hinge for enhanced versatility. It has a touchscreen and an active pen, which makes a lot of work and learning activities to be undertaken seamlessly. The laptops are equipped with ExpressCharge technology for quick charging. Dell is offering the new laptops as powerful work and entertainment machines to fit snugly with the desires of a wide customer base.

The prices of the models begin at Rs. 77,990 (~$950) for the Inspiron 16 while the top model – Alienware x16 R1 starts at Rs. 359,990 (~$4,387). The models will be available in India from April 12 via Dell retail platforms and other outlets.

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URBAN Pro M smartwatch with Bluetooth calling support launched in India for Rs. 1,999 ($25)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2023

The URBAN Pro M smartwatch has been released in India. The gadget sports a 1.91-inch display and features Bluetooth calling. The URBAN Pro M comes with a premium design and a durable metal body. It also has 3D curved edges while its Infinity loop strap provides enhanced comfort for users. The company says the gadget will help users stay healthy and stylish, combining the best of both worlds.

The new smartwatch has a maximum brightness of 550 nits from its 1.91-inch HD display. This enables the smartwatch to provide a crystal-clear and vivid display always. This is further accentuated by the dynamic rotating crown for a smooth interface. The URBAN Pro M supports Bluetooth calling, enhanced by its noise-isolating mic and speaker. The smartwatch has AI voice assistant support which allows for making or receiving calls quickly. The watch has a battery life that can last up to 7 days.

The URBAN Pro M supports fast charging and is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance. There are lots of health monitoring features in the smartwatch all day long. It features 107 sports modes, customizable watch faces, and quick sync for instant connectivity. There are also smart notifications, weather updates, and more for the smartwatch.

The health monitoring features of the URBAN Pro M include blood pressure, SpO2, and heart rate tracking. The watch is available in five color options – Misty Blue, Midnight Black, Smoky Grey, Trendy Orange, and Blush Pink.

The Pro M is offered in the subcontinent at an introductory price of Rs. 1,999 (~$25). The product can be purchased directly from URBAN or online and offline retail platforms in India.

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Alibaba plans to incorporate its own version of ChatGPT into its current range of products and services

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Joane

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Apr 11, 2023

Recently Alibaba the Chinese technology conglomerate launched its much-awaited ChatGPT rival ‘Tongyi Qianwen’ for enterprise testing. And on Tuesday, during Alibaba Group Holding’s Annual Cloud Summit in Beijing Chairman and CEO Daniel Zhang Yong announced plans to incorporate their ChatGPT-like service, ‘Tongyi Qianwen’, into the company’s products and services.

The tech giant announced that Tongyi Qianwen will possess the ability to support both Chinese and English languages and will be integrated into current products like DingTalk, Alibaba’s enterprise communication and collaboration platform, and the smart home device Tmall Genie. However, no timeline was disclosed for the actual launch and integration.

In his keynote speech, CEO Zhang announced that all products of Alibaba will be incorporated into their extensive language model and will undergo a thorough improvement. He further added that this move was planned to elevate the intelligence of all Alibaba services and bring forth possibilities that were previously inconceivable.

CEO Zhang further said that businesses in all industries have begun to adopt intelligent transformation in order to maintain a competitive edge, and the world is at a pivotal moment of technological advancement fueled by generative AI and cloud computing.

Following the announcement by CEO Zhang, the Hong Kong-listed shares of Alibaba recorded a 3.12% rise in trading. Conversely, the shares of Baidu dropped by over 4%, due to the company’s recent setbacks in the artificial intelligence market.

Alibaba’s Tongyi Qianwen is a highly advanced AI model designed to understand and respond to human commands. It serves as an efficient assistant and can even generate ideas. It is being developed by Alibaba’s advanced research institute, the DAMO Academy.

Baidu, Tencent, and JD.com are among several other Chinese tech companies that have introduced or declared their intentions to introduce their own chatbots utilizing AI technology which is similar to Open AI’s ChatGPT.

Huawei FreeBuds 5 Debut in Europe with a daring waterdrop design

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Anurag

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Apr 11, 2023

Huawei unveiled its latest TWS earphones, called FreeBuds 5 in China last month alongside half a dozen other products. And today, the company introduced the hearables in the European market as well. Debuting as the successor to 2021’s FreeBuds 4, these new earbuds bring a unique waterdrop design that looks like no other. There’s also support for spatial audio, active noise cancelation (ANC), and dynamic EQ tuning. Let’s have a closer look at the details.

Huawei FreeBuds 5 Specs & Features

The FreeBuds 5 bring all the usual features you’d see in premium wireless earbuds, but what’s striking about them is the design. Straying far from the stemmed and non-stemmed earbuds, Huawei chose to go for a unique waterdrop design. These in-ear type earphones have no silicon tip in order to create more surface area for the skin.

Talking about the specifications, the FreeBuds 5 come with support for the L2HC and LDAC codecs, allowing hi-res audio streaming. They offer spatial audio on HarmonyOS 3 devices and bring active noise cancelation (ANC) and dynamic EQ tuning. Huawei claims to use an ear canal adaptive algorithm that offers better noise reduction based on the shape of the user’s ear.

The hearables are equipped with an 11mm driver unit and use Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity. There’s support for multi-point pairing as well. The earbuds are claimed to offer a playtime of around 5 hours that can be extended to up to 30 hours with the charging case. The case charges through USB-C and wireless charging support is also there.

Huawei FreeBuds 5 Price & Availability

The FreeBuds 5 from Huawei will be available in the United Kingdom at EUR 159 starting April 27. They can be purchased through the Huawei Store and select retailers. The earbuds will be available in silver, white, and orange colors.

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ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Design and Key Features confirmed in a new teaser

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Anurag

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Apr 11, 2023

Although ZTE’s popularity in the global market cannot be compared to other Chinese OEMs like Xiaomi and Oppo, you may recognize it from its unique flagships with under-display selfie cameras or the gaming phones launched under its sub-brand Nubia. The company is gearing up to launch yet another interesting device in its home country tomorrow, called Axon 50 Ultra. Ahead of the debut, the brand has revealed its design and some interesting features.

Axon 50 Ultra will debut as the successor to last year’s Axon 40 Ultra, which boasted an under-display camera on the front. For some reason, the upcoming handset will get a conventional selfie camera housed in a punch-hole cutout. However, the company makes up for that by including the trending satellite connectivity feature on board.

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra gets a dual operating system and an independent security Chip

As can be seen in the image above, the handset features a form factor similar to Galaxy S23 Ultra with curved sides and a flat upper and bottom. The handset gets a large camera module that covers one-third of its rear. The main camera sensor is enclosed in a large ring while the other two are featured in relatively smaller rings.

In addition, ZTE has revealed that Axon 50 Ultra will use dual operating systems and an independent security chip. While there’s little information available regarding the dual OS, we assume the security chip will enhance the privacy and protection of the user. Similar to Samsung’s Knox and Google Pixel’s Titan M2 chip, this security chip is expected to provide enhanced security measures for the device.

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra 5G is confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, a 64MP OIS main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle macro lens, a 50MP telephoto unit, and a built-in 5000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support.

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA Smart Neck Massager for 269 yuan ($39)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2023

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has launched the MIJIA Smart Neck Massager for the Chinese market. The massager is designed to relieve muscle tension and stiffness in the neck and shoulders, using a combination of massage heads and heat therapy.

The MIJIA Smart Neck Massager comes with four massage heads, which are arranged in a trapezoidal shape. This design allows the massager to cover not just the neck, but also the shoulders and upper trapezius muscle area. The massage heads are designed to simulate human hands, using a combination of pushing, turning, and kneading movements to provide a deep, soothing massage.

In addition to the massage heads, the device also features a built-in heating device. This uses warm current and constant temperature heat compress to promote neck microcirculation and relieve muscle tension. The heat therapy can be adjusted to two levels of intensity, depending on your preference.

Another feature of the smart neck massager is its adjustable massage intensity. The pull belt can be used to adjust the massage head directly, or you can pull on it by hand for more pressure. This allows you to customize your massage experience to your liking, and to target specific areas of tension and stiffness.

The MIJIA Smart Neck Massager is easy to use, with simple buttons to control the massage and heat functions. It is also lightweight and portable, making it easy to take with you on the go. The massager is powered by a rechargeable battery, which provides up to 8 hours of use on a single charge.

The smart neck massager is priced at 269 yuan ($39) and is presently on sale in China at Jingdong (JD.com).

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BMW collaborates with Angell Mobility to launch Mini Electric Bicycles

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2023

German Automaker BMW is partnering with French e-bike firm Angell Mobility to deliver Mini Electric Bicycles. BMW has a wide array of products and its iconic bikes are part of the portfolio. The firm is now expanding its reach by entering the growing e-bike industry. BMW also has an impressive collection of powerful and high-performance motorbikes. Its two-wheeler sub-brand Motorrad has been very successful and its electric mobility portfolio is also expanding.

The new BMW-Angell collaboration will deliver electric bikes under the Mini brand. This comes at a time when Mini has continued to expand its EV capabilities with several electric vehicles. The Mini Cooper EV SE is reportedly due for release anytime soon and the new Mini electric bicycles are an added boost. The Mini Cooper EV SE is a cute, lifestyle-focused EV and it will be complemented by the new Mini electric bicycle.

Angell Mobility hopes to use the new Mini e-bikes to make a frontal assault on the market three years after its entry. The bike comes with a unique design and promises an impressive performance. Angell plans to expand its distribution network across Europe as it continues to expand its lineup.

The partnership between BMW and Angell is part of BMW’s strategy of moving towards all-electric bikes. According to Mini’s chief executive, Stefani Wurst, the success of the brand is driven by a focus on sustainability and a minimal environmental footprint. This is also resulting in more customers embracing the brand. A move into the e-bike market is therefore the logical next step for the company, according to Wurst.

There are no fine details on the upcoming Mini-Angell electric bicycles. It is however expected that the models will be focused on performance, style, and practicality. We also expect to see the deployment of cutting-edge technology in the operation of the new electric bicycles. Some of these technologies include geofencing, multiple ride modes, app support, and more.

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MECOOL KP1 Mini Pro Projector with up to 300 ANSI lumens brightness goes on sale globally

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 11, 2023

The MECOOL KP1 Pro portable projector has gone on sale on the global market. The KP1 Mini Pro has a portable design and can deliver a maximum brightness of 300 ANSI lumens. The projector is currently being retailed via AliExpress globally.

The MECOOL KP1 Mini Pro projector has a throw distance of up to 120 inches. It offers a native resolution of 1080p and is capable of projecting images from 20 inches to 120 inches with a 16:9 aspect ratio. The projector has a zoom capacity of 1.17x, with several image improvements features like keystone correction and remote focus.

In terms of its software architecture, the MECOOL KP1 Mini Pro runs on Android 9.0 with a memory setup of 1GB+8GB. The projector supports Bluetooth connectivity to wirelessly project content from a mobile device. You can also connect the MECOOL KP1 Mini Pro to other gadgets like game consoles using its HDMI or USB ports. The projector also has a 3.5mm audio jack and it weighs about 1.5kg. The projector also comes in a compact design with dimensions of 150 x 107 x 140mm. Accessories that come with the device include a remote, HDMI, and USB cables.

The MECOOL KP1 Mini Pro portable projector is available via AliExpress at a discounted price of $127.82. It will revert to its original price of $217 after the launch period. The projector is available from any region globally but delivery dates and shipping costs vary. The earliest deliveries of the MECOOL KP1 Mini Pro in the United States are forecasted for early May 2023.

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Moondrop launches its latest Advanced Hybrid IEM: Moondrop Blessing 3

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Joane

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Apr 11, 2023

Moondrop, a well-known electro-acoustic brand from China known for its high-quality in-ear monitors, has launched a new and improved version of its mid-fi segment, called the Moondrop Blessing 3. This model is the third generation of the popular “Blessing” series and boasts a premium build with six advanced hybrid drivers on each side.

The highlight feature of the earbuds is the newly developed 3D-printed acoustic cavity structure, along with the innovative HODDDUS technology (Horizontally Opposed Dual Dynamic Drivers Unit System) that creates a physical band-pass filter, which allows for acoustic customization.

Moondrop has carried over the physical and electronic crossover technology from its previous generation and has made further improvements to enhance sound performance for the Blessing 3 IEM. With these improvements, the mid-high response and lower-end rumble have been effectively enhanced, ensuring an impressive and satisfying sound experience for audiophiles. The low-impedance, high-sensitivity design of the earbuds ensures that users can enjoy a high-resolution audio performance from any source.

The Moondrop Blessing 3 IEM features ear shells made of a high-quality, skin-friendly resin material that is lightweight and ergonomically designed to ensure a comfortable listening experience for long period. The earpiece has a stunning appearance, with stainless steel metallic face covers that add a touch of premium style.

Moondrop has collaborated with top brands in the industry for 3D printing that ensures the earbuds are of the highest quality. The IEM is designed with precise crossovers, proper driver implementation, and accurate craftsmanship, resulting in a consistent full-frequency band response. Overall, the Moondrop Blessing 3 is an eye-catching, beautifully designed earbud that delivers outstanding sound quality in a stylish earpiece.

The Moondrop Blessing 3 comes with a high-quality stock cable and features an interchangeable cable design with universal 0.78mm 2-pin connectors. With a single-ended 3.5mm termination plug, the earbuds can be connected to any source for universal compatibility. Despite the improved design, architecture, and added features, the Moondrop Blessing 3 is available at the same price as the previous models, making it an excellent choice at $319.99. For more information, check out the product details.

Key Features:

Six-driver hybrid configuration on each side.
Dual 10mm dynamic driver units along with four high-performance balanced armature driver units on each side.
Specially developed 3D-printed acoustic cavity structure
HODDDUS (Horizontally Opposed Dual Dynamic Drivers Unit System) for horizontal placement of dual dynamic driver units
Specially designed to maintain the magnetic structure and the airflow of both drivers, to produce a powerful lower-end response
Improved energy conversion efficiency and reduced nonlinear distortion
Clean lower-end performance

Xiaomi to launch its first Google TV in India on April 13

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 11, 2023

Xiaomi has been selling smart televisions in India since 2018. The first three models in the country shipped with software based on AOSP.

Following that, the company began to use Android TV in the region. Just last month, it released its first Fire TV-based television in India.

Now, Xiaomi is set to launch its first Google TV-powered television in India. Let’s check out the details shared by the brand so far.

Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro Series Launch Date

Xiaomi India will be holding its Smarter Living 2023 event on April 13. At this conference, the company has now confirmed to debut the Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro series.

This new television will boot Google TV OS. The company is promoting this upcoming TV as ‘Designed by Xiaomi. Powered by Google.’

As per the teaser page on Mi.com, the device will come with a metal bezel-less design and a larger screen-to-body ratio. It will be equipped with a 4K panel with support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision IQ.

The television will house 40W speakers with support for Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. Finally, it will ship with a voice-control-enabled Bluetooth remote control.

Although the brand hasn’t revealed it yet, the TV will likely arrive in multiple sizes. Going by the last year’s Xiaomi Smart TV X series, the Pro version should be available in 43-inch, 50-inch, and 55-inch models.

E Ink Kaleido 3 launched for outdoor applications with ePaper technology

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Sean

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Apr 11, 2023

E Ink has just launched a brand new product for its commercial enterprises. The company has unveiled the new Kaleido 3, which is built for outdoor applications thanks to its latest color ePaper technology. So let’s have a look.

As the name suggests, the new product is specifically built for outdoor applications. The new Kaleido 3 features print color ePaper technology is designed for Digital Out of Home (DOOH) advertising signage. Thanks to the new technology, it is suitable for outdoor use in varying temperature range. Despite being made for outdoor use, it still offers dynamic color display capabilities to offer poster like visual quality.

All of this and the E Ink Kaleido is still a low carbon and eco friendly display solution. As per official notes, “Building on E Ink Kaleido’s technology, E Ink has dedicated itself to developing wide-temperature color ePaper technology suitable for outdoor applications, which can meet customers’ expectations for dynamic display, energy saving, environmental protection, and non-light pollution in outdoor advertising.” The Kaleido 3 Outdoor also utilizes an RGB color filter array on a black and white electronic paper film to create a warm and colorful display, offering 4,096 colors on its 42 inch display size.

The E Ink Kaleido 3 Outdoor outputs vivid color image information and clear text to provide a comfortable viewing experience. Notably, the Kaleido 3 has an impressive operational temperature range between -15°C to 65°C. This makes the device versatile enough to be used in areas with extreme temperatures withou the need for expensive and high energy consuming heating or cooling mechanisms. This, in turn, also reduces its overall power consumption.

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OPPO Find X6 Pro Takes the Crown as the World’s Best Camera Phone with DxOMark

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Soumyakanti

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Apr 11, 2023

The OPPO Find X6 Pro has impressed the smartphone camera industry with its remarkable DxOMark image score of 153, securing its place as the top-ranked smartphone on the DxOMark global image ranking list. The phone has surpassed Honor Magic5 Pro and Huawei Mate 50 Pro, which were the top contenders for the crown until now.

DxOMark experts praised the OPPO Find X6 Pro for its balanced and exceptional performance in all photography sub-items such as photos, videos, zoom, and bokeh. The camera’s accurate exposure, excellent texture, and noise balance have been hailed as a breakthrough in mobile photography.

Moreover, DxOMark noted that the OPPO Find X6 Pro performed exceptionally well in low-light shooting scenes, scoring the highest points among all smartphones. The phone’s large sensor camera module helps preserve details in the scene under all lighting conditions while controlling noise to deliver good image quality both day and night.

The standout feature of the OPPO Find X6 Pro’s camera is its three-camera setup, including a 1/1.56-inch ultra-sensitive periscope telephoto lens, a 1-inch large bottom wide-angle lens, and a free-curved ultra-wide-angle lens. All three lenses boast the industry’s strongest light sensitivity, providing users with a remarkable photography experience.

Furthermore, the OPPO Find X6 Pro utilizes new photon matrix technology, which improves the dynamic range of light and dark tones by eight times compared to traditional technology, resulting in natural light and dark tones.

Despite these impressive achievements, DxOMark noted that the phone lacks contrast in backlit portraits, and sometimes exposure is unstable in photos and videos, which occasionally leads to unnatural skin color imaging. Nonetheless, the OPPO Find X6 Pro remains an excellent choice for anyone looking for the best smartphone camera experience available in the market.

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Xiaomi Smart Band 7 NFC goes global almost a year after its release in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 11, 2023

The Xiaomi Smart Band 7 NFC was unveiled last May alongside the regular Band 7 in China. Almost a year later, this wearable has been now listed on the company’s global website. Thus, we can expect its release in select international markets in the coming days.

The NFC version of the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 (review) offers two additional features. It comes with support for contactless payments (compatible with Mastercard and Visa) and Amazon Alexa as it has a microphone.

Since the vanilla version officially retails at €59.99, the NFC variant should not be cheaper than this. For comparison, the Mi Smart Band 6 NFC from 2021 was introduced at just €54.99.

Apart from the aforementioned differences, the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 NFC is the same as the Xiaomi Smart Band 7. Hence, it sports a 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 490 x 192 pixels and 326 PPI. The screen supports touch input and 500 nits peak brightness level.

It houses a 3-axis accelerometer, a 3-axis gyroscope, a PPG heart rate sensor, and an SPO2 sensor. It arrives with over 110 fitness modes, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, blood oxygen level monitoring, stress tracking, menstrual cycle monitoring, and more.

The wearable uses Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity to pair with smartphones via the Mi Fitness app (formerly Xiaomi Wear). Last but not least, the 5 ATM water-resistant device can last up to two weeks on a full charge.

Apple’s Q1 2023 Mac Shipments Plummet 40.5%: A Tough Blow for the Tech Giant

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Oğuz Çakır

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Apr 11, 2023

Apple has experienced a significant drop in Mac shipments during Q1 2023, with a 40.5% decline compared to the same period in 2022, according to market intelligence provider IDC. This decline has led to a reduction in Apple’s worldwide PC market share, which fell from 8.6% to 7.2% between Q1 2022 and Q1 2023. Here are the details…

Apple’s Mac Shipments Plunge Over 40%, Worse Than Major Rivals

While all five of the largest computer makers, including Apple, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo, witnessed double-digit drops in first-quarter shipments due to weaker demand and ongoing inventory challenges, Apple’s decline was the most significant among them. This downturn was not entirely unexpected, as Apple CFO Luca Maestri had anticipated double-digit declines in Mac and iPad sales for the March quarter.

Company	1Q23 Shipments	1Q23 Market Share	1Q22 Shipments	1Q22 Market Share	1Q23/1Q22 Growth
1. Lenovo	12.7	22.4%	18.3	22.8%	-30.3%
2. HP Inc.	12.0	21.1%	15.8	19.7%	-24.2%
3. Dell Technologies	9.5	16.7%	13.7	17.1%	-31.0%
4. Apple	4.1	7.2%	6.9	8.6%	-40.5%
5. ASUS	3.9	6.8%	5.6	6.9%	-30.3%
Others	14.7	25.9%	19.9	24.8%	-26.0%
Total	56.9	100.0%	80.2	100.0%	-29.0%

Apple CEO Tim Cook also acknowledged that the challenging macroeconomic environment had negatively impacted iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch sales. Probably the current drop in shipments marks the end of the COVID-driven demand era, signaling a temporary return to pre-pandemic patterns. Despite heavy discounting, IDC researcher Jitesh Ubrani expects elevated inventory levels to persist until the middle of the year, and potentially into the third quarter.

While PC manufacturers are expected to struggle in the short term, IDC anticipates growth to rebound by the end of the year. The weakened demand presents an opportunity for PC manufacturers to reevaluate their plans and address supply chain issues. Apple, for instance, has started to encourage suppliers and assemblers to move their operations beyond China. This period of adjustment could prove beneficial for the company in the long run.

Apple’s shares closed down over 1.5% on Monday, and the company is set to report its March quarter earnings on May 4th. As Apple faces these challenges, stay tuned to Gizmochina for further updates on Apple’s market performance and strategies.

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Google working on a way to deal with spam calls with AI

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Sean

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Apr 11, 2023

Google is apparently working on a solution to deal with all the unwanted calls one has to deal with on a day to day basis. The company is working on a method to effectively deal with all spam or robocalls with the use of AI (Artificial Intelligence).

As of right now, the Search Engine tech giant already offers Call Screen feature on its Pixel series of smartphones to help deal with this issue but this only deals with the issue to a certain extent. However, it appears that Google is looking to build a more capable technology that will better help users avoid these spam/robocalls thanks to conversational AI. According to a new report, the Jonathan Eccles, the Group Product Manager of the Phone by Google app talked about how the brand wants to solve problems related to unwanted calls on the latest episode of the Made by Google Podcast.

The company is seeking to tackle this issue with conversational AI. He stated that “Multi-step, multi-turn conversational AI could open a lot of interesting doors in terms of creating this protective and helpful layer at the front of every incoming call.” The official further added that the group product manager has hinted that this feature might be arriving in some form or the other later this year.

The Call Screen feature on Pixel smartphones already use AI at the moment. Although, Google is likely looking to further improve this system with AI technology. Unfortunately, this is all the information available regarding this matter but we can expect to hear more about such a feature around the time of the Pixel 8 series launch.

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Huawei Enjoy 60X confirmed to launch in China with a 7000mAh battery

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Chandan

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Apr 11, 2023

Huawei is preparing to launch a new smartphone in its Enjoy series, the Huawei Enjoy 60X. The smartphone will boast a huge 6.95-inches IPS LCD display. The device is expected to pack in some impressive features such as a powerful processor and a high-quality camera system.

The official social media handle of Huawei has confirmed the launch date of Huawei Enjoy 60X. The device will officially launch in China on April 17th, 2023 at 14:30 local time. The teaser shared by the brand also confirms the whopping 7000mAh battery of the device. It would also come with a premium leather back to give it a unique feel. Further, the Nova 11 series will also launch alongside the Enjoy 60X in the same launch event.

The Enjoy 60X boasts a 6.95-inch TFT LCD display featuring a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It is powered by the Kirin 710A chipset, combined with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. The phone operates on HarmonyOS 3.0, which is Huawei’s proprietary operating system.

With a battery capacity larger than any other smartphone model in Huawei’s current product line, the Enjoy 60X is designed to meet the needs of users seeking a device that can sustain prolonged usage for both daily tasks and entertainment. It is expected to exceed the capabilities of the Enjoy 60, which has a 6000mAh battery. The device is anticipated to be priced at approximately CNY1,999 ($307) for the base variant and CNY2,199 ($337) for the higher variant. The phone will be available in black, blue, and gold colour options.

In addition to its powerful battery, the Enjoy 60X will feature a dual rear camera setup with a 48MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor, along with an 8MP selfie camera on the front. It will support dual SIM cards and 4G LTE connectivity and also offer 22.5W fast charging.

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OnePlus Pad Pre-Orders Begin With Freebies, Full Price To Be Revealed On April 25

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Viraj Gawde

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Apr 11, 2023

Earlier in February this year, OnePlus launched its first-ever tablet called the OnePlus Pad. However, the brand did not announce the pricing and availability of the device at the event. Last month, OnePlus had announced April 10th as the pre-order date of the OnePlus Pad in several countries. Now, the brand has started taking up reservations for the tablet in the US, Europe, and UK markets. Additionally, OnePlus has also revealed early bird offers and they are live on the official website (links below).

As a part of the launch offer, OnePlus is offering either a Magnetic Keyboard or Stylo at free of cost for those who pre-book the tablet now by paying $99 / €99 / £99. The Magnetic Keyboard is valued at $149 / €149 / £149 whereas the Stylo is worth $99. Buyers will be able to choose between the two accessories depending on the market region. Additionally, European customers will be eligible for a free SuperVOOC 80W adapter worth €39 if they buy the tablet between April 25th – April 28th.

It’s worth noting that the OnePlus Pad pre-orders will be live till April 25th, 10:59 AM CEST. The brand has confirmed that it will finally reveal the full price of the tablet at 11 AM CEST on April 25th. The deposit is fully refundable for interested customers who pre-book the tablet. However, if they wish to purchase the OnePlus Pad, the remaining balance payment has to be made before April 28th, 10:59 AM CEST to secure the tablet and the aforementioned freebies. Shipments of the tablet will commence fron May 8th.

According to the OnePlus website, the OnePlus Pad is listed in a sole 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage configuration and a Halo Green colour.

To recall, the OnePlus Pad packs an 11-inch LCD display bearing a 2.8K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a Dimensity 9000 SoC coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. The tablet is backed by a 9,510mAh battery unit with support for 67W charging.

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