Build Your Own Redmi Note through this Game!

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Mar 25, 2023

Xiaomi has been surely one of the most creative and innovative technology brands. They have now announced a new game on their website; Redmi Note Series – build up your own phone. As the name suggests, you are supposed to pick up your desired hardware specifications and assemble them into a device inside the game.

You can access the game by clicking here. The users can now start the game. You will be now promoted with several different options and you can choose one which meets your requirement. Here, we choose option 2 i.e., silky smooth screen, quick charging, etc. Now you are supposed to assemble different parts of the device such as the display, camera, and processor inside the game.

We choose our desired parts and assembled them, the parts we chose are a 120Hz Super AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset, 50-megapixel primary camera, and 5000mAh battery. The device is now ready and the site now asks to choose the desired colour variant of the smartphone. Here, we chose Blue.

Finally, our device is completely ready with the specifications we chose. The device we got was the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G. You will get the device according to the specifications you choose. In the end, the users are provided with the “Redmi Note Advanced Engineer title” and some offers such as; buying Redmi Note 12 Pro + 5G and getting Redmi Band 2 for free and buying Redmi Note 12 and getting a mystery box.

Yeah, it’s a cool Xiaomi promotional game. Unfortunately, you will not be able to entirely customise the smartphone to your liking. The game is built so that users can only select amongst Redmi smartphones. If you want to buy a Redmi Note 12 series smartphone, you can try this game, which may lead to some interesting offers.

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China’s AI ambitions hindered by funding and chip import issues

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Mar 25, 2023

China’s tech giants are facing significant hurdles in their race to develop and dominate the artificial intelligence (AI) market, with censorship and a US clampdown on chip imports impeding progress.

Last week, Baidu, one of China’s leading search engines, unveiled its chatbot, Ernie Bot, but the demonstration fell short of expectations, leaving the firm’s shares down by 10%. The company’s AI ambitions have been hampered by censorship, which requires Baidu to limit the scope of its chatbot’s capabilities to avoid politically and factually incorrect answers.

This comes as Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, JD.com, Netease, and Bytedance’s TikTok are rushing to develop AI services that can replicate human speech. The competition was sparked by the launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in November, which caused a frenzy in the Chinese market.

However, China’s tech ecosystem faces challenges that could hinder its progress in the AI market. The lack of funding for open-ended research with no clear path to profitability is a key issue, according to Matt Sheehan, a fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

Meanwhile, the US has imposed a squeeze on chip imports, which could hamper Chinese tech firms’ ability to develop AI technologies. This comes as Google announced the launch of its AI chatbot, Bard, and invited people in the US and the UK to test it, as the company seeks to catch up with OpenAI in the race for AI dominance.

Despite the challenges facing Chinese tech firms, brokerages such as Citigroup have given positive reviews of Ernie Bot, and the firms’ shares rallied the day after the lackluster unveiling. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen whether Chinese tech giants will be able to keep pace with their international rivals in the rapidly evolving AI market.

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Redmi A2, Redmi A2 Plus Launched in Global Markets

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Chandan

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Mar 25, 2023

Redmi has launched two of its newer budget-oriented A-series smartphone in the global market. The Redmi A2 and Redmi A2 Plus have been launched officially. They offer some decent set of specifications such as MediaTek Helio G36 chipset and 5000mAh battery. This latest device from Xiaomi is a budget-friendly smartphone that packs a punch and offers great value for money.

Starting from the display, both the devices pack a 6.52-inch IPS LCD panel with HD+ 1080*720 pixel resolution, dot drop cutout and 20:9 aspect ratio. The display boasts a standard 60Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the devices are powered by a MediaTek Helio G36 chipset paired with up to 3GB of RAM and 32GB of ROM. The RAM used is LPDDR4x and the storage used is eMMC 5.1. The users can further expand the storage to up to 1TB using the dedicated microSD card slot provided.

The device boots up on the Android 12 Go edition right out of the box. As for the optics, both devices pack dual rear cameras on the back with an 8-megapixels primary lens and a QVGA secondary lens. The gadget houses a 5-megapixel front-facing camera housed inside a dot drop notch cutout. Both devices pack 5000mAh batteries with the support of 10W standard charging.

You may be wondering that every specification mentioned above is literally the same, then where lies the difference? Well, it’s in the security department. The Redmi A2 Plus has rear-mounted physical fingerprint scanner support while the Redmi A2 doesn’t have any physical fingerprint scanner. Both the devices further weigh the same exactly at 192 gms. The dimensions of the devices are as follows; 164.9mm x 76.75mm x 9.09mm.

So that was all for the specifications of the gadgets. As for the pricing, the brand has now said a single word on that. We expect the brand to reveal the official pricing of the gadgets in the upcoming days. Thanks a lot for reading till the end.

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Redmi Book 15E Enterprise Edition Laptop Launched with Intel i7 Chip

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Mar 25, 2023

Redmi has announced its all-new Redmi Book 15E enterprise edition laptop in China. As the same suggests, the laptop is manufactured keeping enterprises and commercial users in the mind. It’s a powerful laptop built to suit the demands of today’s business users. This stylish and lightweight device is loaded with features that make it suitable for both work and play.

Starting from the specifications of the device, the laptop offers a 15.6-inch Full HD display with the support of DC dimming. The brand further claims that the display used in the device does not flicker. It is powered by an Intel Core i7 H35 mobile processor with a 12MB cache and a maximum frequency of up to 5.0 GHz. The device comes with up to 16GB of DDR4 high-speed RAM and 512GB of M.2 SSD storage. The laptop will easily handle all your business needs.

The laptop comes with a built-in full-size touchpad and keyboard. The keyboard was a good-enough 1.5mm key travel distance. This would ensure that you will have a good experience while typing. The device will boot up on Windows 11 right out of the box. Additionally, the users can purchase a lifetime subscription to Microsoft office while checking out the device.

The brand has also added its own XiaoAI voice assistant. It can perform numerous tasks such as transferring files between devices, adjusting the volume, checking for emails etc. The device comes with up to 3-years of warranty support from the date of purchase.

Anyway, as of right now, we don’t have any information regarding the pricing and availability of the device. We will update you as soon as we get official information regarding that. Did you like the overall specifications of the device? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below.

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A Bug Leaked Sensitive ChatGPT User Data, States OpenAI

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Anubhav

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Mar 25, 2023

On Tuesday, OpenAI had to take its popular ChatGPT bot offline for emergency maintenance after a user found a bug in the system that allowed them to see the titles of other users’ chat histories. The incident was widely reported on Reddit, with users posting screenshots of their ChatGPT sidebars displaying previous chat histories from other users. The bot was offline for nearly 10 hours while OpenAI investigated the issue.

OpenAI‘s initial findings from the incident, which were announced on Friday, revealed a deeper security issue. The chat history bug may have potentially revealed personal data from 1.2 percent of ChatGPT Plus subscribers. The affected data included the user’s first and last name, email address, payment address, and the last four digits of a credit card number, as well as the credit card expiration date. However, full credit card numbers were not exposed at any time.

The company identified the faulty library as the Redis client open-source library, Redis-py, which has since been patched. OpenAI has taken additional steps to prevent such incidents from happening again, including adding redundant checks to library calls, programmatically examining their logs to ensure that all messages are only available to the correct user, and improving logging to identify when such incidents are happening and confirm that they have stopped. OpenAI has also contacted affected users to alert them to the issue.

The incident is quite similar to previous incidents at Google and CNET, where they made public mistakes and used generative AI to write financial explainer posts, respectively. It remains to be seen whether OpenAI will suffer similar repercussions as its competitors.

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Levi’s Jeans to Use AI-Generated Models Alongside Real Humans

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Anubhav

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Mar 25, 2023

Levi Strauss has recently announced its partnership with Amsterdam-based digital model studio Lalaland.ai to introduce computer-generated fashion models as part of its diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability initiatives. Lalaland.ai aims to create a more inclusive and sustainable fashion industry by providing hyper-realistic models of different body types, ages, sizes, and skin tones, allowing customers to visualize fashion items on people who look like them.

Levi’s has emphasized that AI-generated models will supplement human models and not replace them entirely. The company sees fashion and technology as an art and science and views this partnership as an exciting opportunity to create a more diverse and inclusive customer experience.

While Levi’s branding emphasizes its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, some critics have pointed out that the move towards AI-generated models could lead to the industry’s automation. With advancements in AI-generated photography, art, and writing, it is crucial to examine corporations’ motives when they claim to prioritize diversity and sustainability while mass-producing something that would have previously required human labour.

Levi’s has also been restructuring its corporate workforce to save up to $100 million annually, resulting in the loss of around 800 jobs. While the introduction of AI-generated models may indeed support the company’s diversity and sustainability goals, it’s essential to consider its impact on human workers and the industry as a whole.

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TikTok Banned On French Government Devices, Alongside Candy Crush

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Anubhav

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Mar 25, 2023

France has banned “recreational” apps such as TikTok, Twitter, Netflix, and Candy Crush from government employees’ devices due to cybersecurity concerns that could jeopardize data for both employees and the administration. The office of public service minister Stanislas Guerini made the announcement. While the government has not provided an exact list of banned apps, Guerini stated that there could be some exceptions for necessary communication purposes. The ban takes effect immediately, but the penalties for defying the rule will be decided at the “managerial level.” The policy does not affect personal devices (yet).

The rationale for the ban is not related to concerns about the Chinese government collecting data from TikTok, which has been the primary concern of other countries. Instead, it reflects a more general concern that entertainment apps could put government data at risk. The policy is not targeted at any particular country or app category.

France’s move follows similar bans on TikTok by the US federal government, dozens of states, Canada, the European Commission, and the UK, which all cited concerns that the Chinese government could collect data about important individuals, spread propaganda, and compel TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to hand over sensitive information. TikTok has denied collaborating with the Chinese government and has insisted that American user data will not be accessible to staff in other countries by the end of this year’s migration project.

The French ban may be unwelcome news for employees who wish to use these apps during lunch, but it could also reassure politicians who worry that employees may inadvertently expose information through their social media accounts. It remains to be seen how strictly the ban will be enforced and what penalties, if any, will be imposed on those who defy it.

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AirPods Pro 2 Might Launch with a USB-C Port

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Anubhav

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Mar 25, 2023

Over the past few years, Apple has been under mounting pressure from legislators worldwide to transition to USB-C. The company’s ecosystem has long been defined by its Lightning port, which has been a significant source of its power. However, recent reports suggest that the AirPods Pro 2 might be joining future iPhones as the company ditches the Lightning port in favour of USB-C, according to reputed Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

I think this is likely the USB-C version of the AirPods Pro 2, with mass shipments expected in 2Q23-3Q23. By the way, Apple currently appears to have no plans for USB-C versions of the AirPods 2 & 3.

我覺得這應該是AirPods Pro… https://t.co/aWKJvGh1lW
— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) March 24, 2023

Kuo’s tweet suggests that the “new” AirPods referenced in iOS 16.4 could be a USB-C version of the AirPods Pro 2. This news has sparked interest among Apple fans, who are eagerly waiting for the next iteration of the popular AirPods Pro. The tipster expects mass shipments of the new variant to take place in the second and third quarters of 2023.

Kuo also mentioned that Apple has no plans to release USB-C versions of the AirPods 2 and 3, which implies that only the high-end AirPods are getting the USB-C treatment. The company won’t change its older devices, which is understandable, to say the least. Most of Apple’s devices have already transitioned to USB-C, and it is rumoured that this year’s iPhone 15 lineup will finally adopt the industry standard.

Despite this transition, there are signs that Apple may attempt to force users to use proprietary USB-C cables to access specific features. However, it remains to be seen whether this will materialize. Although accessories are not the main source of Apple’s profits, the Apple ecosystem is. The days of the Lightning port are numbered, and while Apple is looking towards a wireless future, it will have to contend with USB-C for the time being.

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Lenovo Legion Slim 7i, Slim 5i and LOQ Gaming laptops unveiled

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 24, 2023

The Lenovo Legion Slim and the LOQ Gaming Laptops have been launched. The LOQ is a Lenovo sub-brand designed to deliver an enthralling gaming experience for users. It provides powerful and future-proof PCs. The new models are among several products released by Lenovo in recent weeks since MWC 2023.

The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 laptops run on Windows 11 and feature up to the Intel Core i9-13900H processor or an AMD Ryzen 97940HS. Their graphic cards are from Nvidia (up to GeForce RTX 4070). The 16-inch Lenovo PureSight gaming display features options including WQXGA, 240Hz, VRR, and 500 nits maximum brightness. The laptop is both useful for gamers and creators for enhanced gaming and workflow respectively.

The Lenovo Legion 7 series have the ColdFront 5.0 advanced thermal architecture that helps to keep the laptops cool even with intense loads. They feature quad copper hybrid heat pipes, a phase-change thermal compound, and a 90-blade fan system.

The laptops also have an improved air intake system while the Lenovo LA AI chip tunes thermal performance for maximum effect. The laptops come with a 99.99Wh battery with support for Super Rapid Charge of 140W.

The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and 5 are available in two sizes – 16- and 14-inch options. The Slim 5i comes with an Intel Core i7-13700H while the Slim 5 is powered by the AMD Ryzen 97840H processor. They also feature the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU and Legion ColdFront 5.0 heat management system. They come with several improvements for a great user experience and optimized performance. They have up to 32GB of DDR5 RAM and an 80Wh battery.

The Lenovo LOQ Gaming Laptops are available in a variety of options to satisfy new gamers’ expectations. The processor of the LOQ gaming laptops is either Intel- or AMD Ryzen. They come with the Nvidia GeForce 4060 graphics card. They offer higher FPS with reduced latency during gaming and battery life is optimized when not gaming. They have a comprehensive heat dissipation system combined with the Lenovo AI chip for optimization. Memory supported on the laptops is about 16GB/ 32GB. They offer up to 80Wh batteries that last up to 7 hours. They all support USB-C charging up to 140W.

The new Lenovo Legion and LOQ gaming laptops are priced starting at $899 for the Lenovo LOQ AMD model. Some of the models are priced as high as $1,769. The models will be available beginning in May 2023. They can be purchased or booked at the Lenovo Store, as well as other retail outlets.

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Samsung could Launch a Tri-Fold smartphone in 2023 because one fold just isn’t enough

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Anurag

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Mar 24, 2023

While Samsung wasn’t the first company to introduce a foldable smartphone, it’s certainly the one that made them popular. In 2019, the Korean tech giant launched the Galaxy Fold, becoming one of the first major players to jump on the trend. Although not many other companies have entered this unconventional smartphone category yet, Samsung is reportedly taking it to the next level with a tri-fold device that could be released later this year. Here are the details.

According to a recent tweet by popular tipster Yogesh Brar, Samsung might be launching a tri-fold smartphone in 2022, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 models. However, it’s worth taking this information with a grain of salt, given that there have been rumors about a tri-fold phone from Samsung in the past that turned out to be false.

tri-fold samsung — Samsung’s tri-fold concept from 2020

Since 2020, there has been talk about Samsung developing a tri-fold smartphone. The company initially demonstrated the technology and filed a patent for it around that time. Additionally, the brand’s display arm showcased a concept of a triple-folding smartphone along with other unconventional phone designs during MWC this year.

The patent revealed the device will have not one, but two hinges. With one hinge enabling an inward fold and the other hinge enabling an outward fold, the phone will take on a Z shape when partially folded. What’s interesting about this design is that the outward-folding hinge will allow part of the screen to be used as a smartphone display, eliminating the need for a separate screen for the phone panel.

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Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro MIUI 14 Build Rolls Out for Testers

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Chandan

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Mar 24, 2023

Fans of Xiaomi, rejoice! Xiaomi has announced that the MIUI 14 build is now available for testing on the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro. This new version of the popular mobile operating system includes a slew of new features and enhancements aimed to enhance your user experience. As the testing has started, we may soon get to witness the stable rollout of the build to a broader audience.

Zhang Guoquan is Xiaomi’s director of mobile phone system software. He previously stated on Weibo that the MIUI 14 update for the Mi 10 series would be out this week. He also stated that the software builds will begin to be tested the following week. And same is happening now, the tester’s build is now available for the devices.

The testing build of MIUI 14 for the Mi 10 comes with the build number 14.0.2.0.TJBCNXM. The update weighs a whopping 4.0GB in size. The size should be obvious as this is a major update and it does bring many changes and overhauls to the device.

The first thing you’ll notice about MIUI 14 is its updated visual design, which offers the operating system a more modern look and feel. The interface has been updated to incorporate a dark option that allows users to simply switch between light and dark themes without having to manually adjust settings each time they want to change their theme preference. There are also new privacy safeguards in place to ensure that users’ data remains secure when using the device’s many functionalities.

Finally, Xiaomi has incorporated some fun additions like animated wallpapers that will animate across your home screen depending on the type of content you’re viewing at the time. These animations offer an added degree of involvement to your phone interactions, making them more entertaining overall!

Overall, we believe this latest version from Xiaomi is well worth checking out if you own either one (or both) of these devices – especially if you’re seeking something streamlined yet filled with essential features!

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AOC AGON AG325QZN/EU gaming monitor with 31.5″ 2K display, 240Hz refresh rate unveiled

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 24, 2023

Back in November 2022, AOC launched the AGON 5 series of gaming monitors. The series initially consisted of the AG275QZ/EU and AG275QZN/EU models. Now, the brand has added a new 31.5-inch model to the lineup called the AGON AG325QZN/EU.

AOC AGON AG325QZN/EU

A new addition to AOC’s AGON 5 gaming monitor series has been revealed, known as the AGON AG325QZN/EU. This monitor offers a larger display than previous models, measuring 31.5 inches and boasting a VA panel. It outputs a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels with a high refresh rate of 240 Hz.

The AGON AG325QZN/EU also boasts a peak brightness of 400 nits and is certified with VESA DisplayHDR 400 across 8 local dimming zones. With a response time of 1 ms GtG, AMD FreeSync Premium support, and a viewing angle of 178/178 (CR10), this monitor is designed for an immersive gaming experience. Additionally, it comes with an adjustable stand and a VESA 100×100 mm wall mount.

The AGON AG325QZN/EU comes equipped with two DisplayPort 1.4 connections, two HDMI 2.0 ports, a 3.5 mm jack, and four USB Type-A downstream ports. However, the maximum refresh rate and resolution can only be achieved via DisplayPort. Priced at £439.99, the AGON AG325QZN/EU will be available for order starting this month

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Lenovo Legion R45w-30 Monitor with a 44.5-inch display and 3.5:1 aspect ratio announced

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 24, 2023

Lenovo has unveiled the Legion R45w-30 monitor with a 44.5-inch screen size. The new Lenovo R45w-30 is equivalent to two 24-inch 2K screens with seamless splicing and a 165Hz refresh rate. The VA panel of the monitor has a 3.5:1 aspect ratio and its refresh rate can reach a maximum of 170Hz. The screen resolution of the new Lenovo monitor is 5120 x 1440 pixels.

The Lenovo R45w-30 sports a curved fish screen design and has a sturdy stand to secure the distributed weight. The maximum viewing angles of the monitor in both horizontal and vertical directions is 178º with a static contrast of 3000:1 and dynamic contrast of 80 million:1. The refresh rate of the display ranges from 48Hz to 170Hz while the sRGB is 120%. The R45w-30 has a radius of curvature of 59 inches and the VA panel has a bit depth of 8 bits.

The R45w-30 has a maximum brightness of 500 nits and the monitor has a full-feature USB-C interface. The monitor supports 75W reverse charging for connected devices and there are also HDMI, DisplayPort, and 2.5G network ports on the monitor.

The model sports BOE’s latest panel similar to what was deployed in some of the R45w-30 competitors like HP and AOC. The stand of the monitor is removable and the monitor does not landscape/ portrait pivot but can be tilted forward or backward.

The new Lenovo monitor will be released later in the year, likely in August and it is priced at $1,000. More official details are expected from Lenovo as the release date of the R45w-30 draws nearer.

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Dell Precision 7680/7780 Mobile Workstations with Intel Core HX series + RTX Ada graphics card released

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 24, 2023

Dell has released the Precision 7680 and Precision 7780 Mobile Workstations in China. The models come with 16/17.3-inch screens and the 13th generation Core HX processors with the RTX Ada professional graphics card. Both the 16-inch and 17.3-inch models feature the Intel Core i5-13600HX, i7-13850HX, and i9-13950HX processors.

Dell Precision 7680/7780 Mobile Workstations

The different processor configurations combine with the Nvidia RTX A1000 6GB, RTX A2000 (Ada) 12GB, and RTX A5000 (Ada) 16GB graphics card. The lineup of the Dell Precision mobile workstations 7680 and 7780 offer up to 64GB of ECC/ non-ECC memory. Customers can also choose up to 128GB of CAMM memory.

Dell Precision 7680/7780 Mobile Workstation

The 16-inch version of the Dell Precision mobile workstation comes in two configurations, namely FHD+ and UHD+ OLED panels. The FHD+ panel has a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels while the UHD+ panel resolves at 3840 x 2400 pixels. The Dell Precision 7780 with a 17.3 screen delivers FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) or UHD (3840 x 2160 pixels) resolutions. The UHD panel delivers a 120Hz refresh rate.

The Dell Precision 7680 and Precision 7780 mobile workstations are available in China retail. The starting price for the Precision 7680 is 17,273 yuan (~$2,529) while the Dell Precision 7780 starts at 19,322 yuan (~$2,829). There are no overseas availability details yet for the new Dell Precision mobile workstations. We however expect the global availability of information after the China unveiling.

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Huawei set to Launch P60 series and Mate X3 foldable in Europe on May 9

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Anurag

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Mar 24, 2023

Yesterday, Huawei held its spring launch event in China where it unveiled the long-awaited P60 smartphones, the Mate X3 foldable, and several other ecosystem products. The good news is that the tech giant is now gearing up to bring the flagship P60 series as well as the newly introduced foldable to the European market in May. Here are the details.

As per a media invite shared by GSMArena, Huawei will be holding an exclusive event in Munich, Germany on May 9 to launch its P60 series in Europe. The invitation for the event only mentions the P60 flagship, but the wording “flagship product launch” suggests that the company may also unveil its Mate X3 foldable smartphone and potentially some accessories as well.

Huawei has been trying hard to stay relevant in the global market despite facing numerous challenges, including trade restrictions imposed by the US government. The launch of its latest flagship devices in the old continent could help the Chinese behemoth maintain its position as one of the world’s leading smartphone manufacturers.

The latest P60 series includes the vanilla Huawei P60, the Huawei P60 Pro, and the Huawei P60 Art, which brings a rather different design. All three phones get a 120hz 6.67-inch LTPO OLED screen with FHD+ resolution. They get the same 48MP primary sensor with an RYYB sensor and OIS. P60 and P60 Pro share the same 13MP Ultrawide unit while P60 Art gets a 40MP sensor.

The telephoto lens on P60 Pro and P60 Art is 48MP. The vanilla model settles for a 12MP telephoto shooter. All three P60 phones are equipped with a 4G version of Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. You might check our launch coverage for more details about the P60 series as well as Mate X3 foldable smartphone.

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Xiaomi Q4 revenue Crashes by 22.8%: Is the future looking Dim for China’s Tech Giant?

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Anurag

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Mar 24, 2023

Things aren’t looking great for China’s tech giant Xiaomi. The company today reported a major drop in fourth-quarter revenue, and they’re blaming it on a sharp decrease in smartphone shipments. The COVID-19 outbreak has caused some serious disruptions in mainland China, which isn’t doing Xiaomi any favors. With such a competitive market, this could be a big hit to the company’s future.

As reported by Reuters, Xiaomi’s sales in Q4 2022 came in at 66.05 billion yuan ($9.6 billion), which is down a whopping 22.8% from the previous year’s 85.58 billion yuan. While the numbers were slightly better than analysts predicted, they mark the fourth consecutive quarter of revenue drops for the company, and its steepest decline to date. To make matters worse, net income fell to just 1.46 billion yuan, a 67.3% decrease from the previous year’s 4.473 billion yuan.

With Xiaomi’s recent struggles, it’s natural to wonder: is the future looking dim for China’s tech giant? The company has certainly been facing some challenges as of late. For one, it lost its top spot in smartphone shipments in India during Q4 2022, which is a crucial market for the company. On top of that, Xiaomi’s India smartphone shipments in 2022 took a major hit, declining by a troubling 24% year-on-year.

And to make matters worse, the company dropped to third place in Q4, trailing behind Samsung and Chinese competitor Vivo. It’s a tough blow for Xiaomi, which has seen four consecutive quarters of declining revenue, with the steepest drop yet occurring in Q4 2022. Only time will tell if the company can turn things around, but as it stands, the future is looking difficult for the Chinese company.

Xiaomi group president Lu Weibing, speaking on a company earnings call, said that while the overall situation in China’s consumer electronics market may be improving, it will take time for the company to get a significant rebound in sales or profits. Year-on-year declines may continue in the first half of 2023 before a rebound occurs, he added.

Hisense Shakes Up the High-end TV Market with New 100-inch E8K TV

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Oğuz Çakır

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Mar 24, 2023

The high-end TV market is buzzing with excitement as Hisense prepares to unveil its latest addition to the E8 series: the 100-inch E8K. Recently, the official Hisense Video website released a preview video, teasing “100 inches of imagination, 100 percent beautiful.” The new product is scheduled to be launched on March 23. Here are the details…

Hisense Unveils Flagship 100-inch E8K, Revolutionizing the High-end TV Landscape

In September, Hisense introduced its reference video product, the E8H, which uses the ULED X display technology platform. The E8H boasts industry-leading features such as 500+ partition backlight, XDR, and a 144Hz high refresh rate. As a result, the E8H has become the top high-end TV with the highest picture quality in the industry, with the 65-inch and 75-inch models topping the best-selling list on JD.com’s “Housewarming Ceremony 3C High-end Flat-panel TV List.”

With the upcoming release of the E8K, speculations abound regarding the innovative features and upgrades Hisense has in store. For starters, Hisense is expected to build on its “light control ability” by incorporating its self-developed 16bits environmental light control, XDR, Xinxin image quality chips, and the first-released Obsidian screen into the E8K. This move is likely aimed at iterating and improving upon the light control partition, which will appeal to those who desire the ultimate image quality.

Moreover, the E8K is anticipated to cater to a variety of scenarios, such as home theaters and gaming. It will achieve this through the inclusion of movie-level wide color gamut, ultra-high refresh rate, and new AI intelligence technologies.

As anticipation builds for the E8K’s release, the question remains: Will the Hisense E8K become the new “King” of high-end TV picture quality? On March 23, at 8:00 pm, Hisense will lock its video account, and the official Weibo, Douyin, and video accounts for Hisense TV will be available alongside major e-commerce platforms like JD.com, Tmall, Suning, Douyin, Kuaishou, and Pinduoduo, which will all begin offering pre-sales for the new Hisense TV E8 series.

Get ready to experience the stunning 100-inch E8K, as Hisense aims to redefine the high-end TV market and bring the beauty of life into sharper focus.

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Nothing Ear (2) Limited Period Sale On March 25 Announced In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Mar 24, 2023

Nothing launched the Ear (2) TWS earphones globally earlier this week. It is the third audio device from the brand after the Ear (1) and Ear (stick). The latest offering packs incremental upgrades over its predecessor. The Nothing Ear (2) is already confirmed to go on open sale starting March 28th.

Now Nothing has announced a limited-period sale of the Ear (2) in India on March 25th i.e. tomorrow. Interested buyers who want to get their hands on the TWS earphones before the open sale can grab them tomorrow at 12 noon from Flipkart and Myntra. Since this is a limited-period sale, the device will likely be available until stocks last. The Nothing Ear (2) carries a price tag of Rs 9,999.

The Nothing Ear (2) retains the same transparent design with a stem and silicon ear tips as its predecessor. They are equipped with an 11.6mm dynamic driver with a new dual chamber design that is said to enhance the overall sound quality. The TWS earphones feature active noise cancellation up to 40dB along with four modes of smart adaptive noise cancellation and a transparency mode. There is Clear Voice technology along with improved resistance to wind noise. The Nothing Ear (2) comes with Hi-Res audio, LHDC 5.0 codecs, and low lag mode. It features Google Fast Pair and dual connection support. The TWS earphones are powered by a 485mAh battery unit with each earbud backed by a 33mAh cell that is claimed to offer 6.3 hours of usage on a single charge.

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Philips 276B1 and 243B1 Monitors With SmartErgo Base, USB-C Docking Station Launched In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Mar 24, 2023

Philips has launched two new monitors in India. These include the 276B1 and 243B1. They are a part of the brand’s new B-line monitor series. The only difference between the two monitors are in the display aspect. They are premium offerings and pack a host of features. Read on to know what the Philips monitors offer out of the box.

As the name suggests, the Philips 276B1 and 243B1 come with 27 and 24-inch screen sizes respectively. The former offers a QHD resolution while the latter features an FHD resolution. Both models have an IPS LED display panel and TUV Rheinland Eye comfort certification for reduced strain on the eyes. The monitors feature LightSensor technology for an adequate amount of brightness while maintaining power consumption. The displays also support Flickr-free technology and come with low blue mode.

The Philips 276B1 and 243B1 come with a SmartErgo base. It provides height, swivel, tilt, and rotational angle adjustments. It also offers cable management for clutter-free and a neat workspace. The monitors feature a USB-C docking station for connecting peripherals like a keyboard, mouse, and Ethernet cable as well as charging a laptop.

The Philips 276B1 and 243B1 are equipped with built-in stereo speakers. Connectivity options on the monitors include DisplayPort, HDMI, and dual link DVI. There is also a PowerSensor that is claimed to reduce energy cost bu up to 70 percent and ensure longevity.

The Philips 276B1 carries a price tag of Rs 44,999 while the 243B1 costs Rs 34,999. Both monitors can be purchased from leading online and offline stores.

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Blaupunkt SWL100 Soundbar With 220W Output, Dolby Audio Launched

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Viraj Gawde

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Mar 24, 2023

Blaupunkt has launched a new soundbar in India. The brand has expanded its range of home audio devices with the latest offering. The new soundbar is a part of SBW range and it is dubbed SBWL100. Read on to know what the audio device offers out of the box.

The Blaupunkt SBWL100 comes with a large subwoofer and a soundbar. The former measures 8 inches and features an edgeless design. The soundbar is capable of delivering 220W sound output and the audio device is claimed to offer a clear sound, treble, and powerful bass. The Blaupunkt SBWL100 features True Dolby Sound technology for a 260-degree cinematic experience.

The Blaupunkt SBWL100 packs four EQ modes. There is also an adaptive sound mode including music, movie, and news that analyzes the sound signal and delivers optimized audio, enhancing sound clarity. The soundbar also features dedicated karaoke and guitar ports for party needs.

Connectivity options on the Blaupunkt SBWL100 include HDMI ARC, optical, AUX, line-in, and Bluetooth for easy pairing with the TV. Additionally, the audio device also comes with a remote too with functions like play, pause, bass, and also the ability to adjust bass enhancement, treble, and EQ.

The new Blaupunkt SBWL100 carries a price tag of Rs 11,999. It is available for purchase from the brand’s official website and Amazon in Black color.

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