Samsung is all set to take its flagship smartphone game to the next level with the upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra. The South Korean tech giant is reportedly planning to introduce a 144Hz refresh rate display in its next year’s top-notch device, making it the first Galaxy device to feature such a high refresh rate.
The 144Hz refresh rate display will offer smoother animations, especially for gaming enthusiasts, and can bear higher and faster screen load while keeping up with speedy performance. Smartphone displays with faster refresh rates have become increasingly common in recent years, with some devices even boasting refresh rates as high as 240Hz.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
According to recent reports, the Galaxy S24 series could feature satellite connectivity, similar to what Apple and Huawei currently offer. While Samsung has yet to introduce this feature to its mobile lineup, the head of the company’s MX (Mobile Experience) unit has indicated that it’s something they are actively considering.
In addition to these potential features, the Galaxy S24 series is expected to be powered by the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, which could offer significantly improved performance over the previous generation. The X-4 High-Performance CPU core is said to be clocked up to 15% faster than the overclocked X-3 core used in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, resulting in even faster performance for the 2024 flagship series.
Camera improvements are also rumored to be in store for the Galaxy S24 Ultra, with an improved 200MP image sensor expected for the primary camera and enhanced zooming capabilities for the telephoto camera. Of course, it’s worth noting that these are all just rumors at this point, and we won’t know for sure what the Galaxy S24 series will offer until closer to its release.
Despite the lack of concrete details, the buzz around the Galaxy S24 series is already building, with many consumers eagerly anticipating what Samsung has in store for its next flagship line.
Microsoft unveiled its Bing Chatbot powered by GPT-4 a while back, and needless to say, it has garnered a lot of attention worldwide. For starters, Microsoft recently announced that it has achieved a notable milestone with Bing, when its daily active users crossed 100 million. Following the release of the latest build, the company saw one-third of its daily active users being new to the search engine. Almost a week ago, the company introduced the new AI-powered Image Creator to the Bing search engine. Amidst all this, Microsoft has made sure not to include any ads on the Bing Chat page, until now. Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft corporate vice president, recently stated that ads will soon start making their way onto Bing Chat.
The advertisements, however, won’t be too intrusive. A tweet by Debarghya Das sheds light on the company’s plan to monetize the new search engine, and it’s quite different from what you might expect. Ads will show up when a user searches for a specific product, which means the bias won’t affect users directly. What this means is that you won’t be blasted by random or targeted ads without even searching for them. Have a look at how the ad appears in this tweet:
Bing Chat now has Ads!
It's going to be fascinating to see how the unit economics of Ads in language models will unfold and affect search advertising.
As Debargya states in the tweet, one cannot directly compare the conversion rate through these advertisements since they are based on the user’s current searches, rather than past searches. This might be a key step towards changing the way ads work with AI-powered search engines in the future. It is worth noting that while the Bing Search Engine did have advertisements in the first place, the Bing ChatBot is a different entity for the company altogether. Mehdi’s blog post indicates that Microsoft intends to distribute ad revenue among partners whose content directly contributed to the chat response off the user’s prompt. However, it remains unclear how Microsoft plans to maintain a balance between ad and non-ad responses. One thing is for sure, the inclusion of advertisements will further complicate the task of discerning the credibility of a given response.
A recent report leaked the spec sheet of the upcoming Asus ROG Phone 7. It indicates that the smartphone will be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset along with other performance-oriented cutting-edge hardware suitable for a gaming flagship.
Now, a new leak from tipster SnoopyTech has revealed live images of the ROG Phone 7. According to leaked images, the upcoming ROG Phone 7 will feature a design similar to its predecessor, the ROG Phone 6. The phone’s rear panel will be white with graphics and a cutout for dot-matrix lighting. The front of the device will have slightly thick bezels and a front camera located on the right side of the top bezel.
Dual speakers can be found on the edge of the top and bottom bezels, and the USB Type-C port and 3.5mm headphone jack are located on opposite sides of the bottom edge. Finally, the power and volume buttons are positioned on the right edge of the phone.
Asus ROG Phone 7 specs (rumored)
The upcoming ASUS ROG Phone 7 is expected to come with a huge 6.78-inch E4 AMOLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. It will likely feature an under-display fingerprint scanner. The phone is anticipated to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen2 processor, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage. It has been spotted on Geekbench with 16 GB of RAM.
The device is said to run on Android 13 OS and ROG UI. The vanilla model will feature a 32-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel primary camera with a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 5-megapixel camera. The ROG Phone 7 is expected to pack a 6000mAh battery with 65W fast charging capabilities. It will have an IP54-rated waterproof and dustproof chassis that will weigh less than 240 grams.
According to rumors, the base model of the ROG Phone 7 will be priced at around $580, and it will be launched in various markets such as the US, China, Taiwan, and India on April 13. The leaked images of the device suggest that it will have the same design as the previous model, with a white-colored rear panel and a dot-matrix lighting cutout. The phone is also expected to have dual speakers, a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a power and volume button on the right edge.
Google advertisements, commonly known as Google Ads, is an advertising platform that allows businesses to place ads on Google search engine result pages, YouTube, and other Google-affiliated websites. With Google Ads, businesses can create targeted campaigns by selecting specific keywords, demographics, and locations. Advertisers are charged on a cost-per-click (CPC) basis, meaning they only pay when someone clicks on their ad. Google Ads also offers various tools to track ad performance and optimize campaigns, allowing businesses to make data-driven decisions to improve their return on investment. As one of the most widely used advertising platforms in the world, Google Ads has become an essential tool for businesses of all sizes looking to reach their target audience online. It is only fair that such a massive platform will be abused by advertisers, which is why Google is taking active steps to combat the same.
On March 30th, the tech giant released its “Advertising Security Report” for 2022, detailing the steps it is taking to combat abuse on its various platforms. This includes fraudulent or deceptive practices such as click fraud, where a person or automated program repeatedly clicks on an ad to generate false impressions or revenue, or misleading advertising, where an ad makes false or exaggerated claims about a product or service. Other forms of Google Ads abuse can include using inappropriate language or images in ads, targeting vulnerable populations, or promoting illegal activities.
As per reports, Google plans to remove over 5.2 billion ads, restrict more than 4.3 billion ads, and suspend over 6.7 million advertiser accounts. These numbers represent a significant increase from 2021, with 2 billion more ads being removed this year. Additionally, the company has introduced 29 policies for advertisers and publishers, launched the Financial Services Verification Program in more countries, and strengthened campaign advertising policies. Google is also set to launch a new transparency tool, the Advertising Information Disclosure Center, which will allow users to view verified advertisers across Google’s platforms and access advertiser pages.
The ongoing US-China trade war has created a human resource dilemma for China. US restrictions on Beijing’s access to advanced chip technology have led to a shortage of semiconductor experts in the country. Consequently, China is increasing its efforts to cultivate domestic talent in this field.
Export controls resulting from the ongoing trade war have hindered China’s semiconductor aspirations, which are at the center of the technology competition between the US and China. China Center for Information Industry Development, and the China Semiconductor Industry Association (CSIA), have jointly published a white paper stating that China is expected to experience a deficit of approximately 200,000 workers in the semiconductor industry this year.
Right now the biggest challenge for the semiconductor industry in China is to acquire domestic talent. Despite attempting various solutions, such as attracting experts from Taiwan and other countries, Beijing faces a human resource shortage in the industry.
How is China solving the problem of talent shortage?
To address the problem of talent shortage, China is now turning to its student population to train the next generation of semiconductor professionals, with prestigious universities such as Tsinghua, Peking, and Fudan announcing IC programming programs. The central government is also providing policy support for this initiative.
Over the past five years, there has been a notable increase in enrolments for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in chip engineering, which can be attributed to the availability of new funds for leading universities as well as a proliferation of smaller private schools that offer shorter-term instruction. University data shows that the number of students enrolling in Master’s programs to study chip engineering at ten leading universities almost doubled between 2018 and 2022. According to recent graduates, this surge is also being reflected at the undergraduate level.
In August 2020, China’s State Council released policy guidelines that stated that the cultivation of talent in chip engineering is a key priority for the country and, the focus should be on education and training. The country plans to increase the number of IC and software majors in Chinese universities, accelerate the development of IC disciplines, and expand laboratories and training facilities, to meet the needs of the industry. Moreover, eligible universities have been encouraged to partner with semiconductor firms to develop comprehensive programs that can provide hands-on experience.
What are the problems with China’s current chip education?
According to a 2022 survey conducted by Chinese research firm ICWise, over 60% of chip engineering students in China complete their studies without any internship experience in the field. Moreover, the teaching materials used in chip engineering education are often outdated, with textbooks not covering the latest cutting-edge technology. Also, many professors lack opportunities for sufficient interaction with industry professionals and are restricted by private companies’ intellectual property rights, which prevents them from accessing the latest expert knowledge. Furthermore, most educational institutions are unable to afford and maintain expensive experimental production lines that can bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Redmi Note 12 Turbo features a 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED display that supports 2400 x 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate. The phone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 Octa-core processor and comes with 8GB/12GB/16GB LPDDR5 X RAM and 256GB/512GB/1T UFS 3.1 storage.
The phone features a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP primary camera and an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens and a 2MP macro shooter. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front.
Redmi Note 12 Turbo is fueled by a 5000mAh battery and supports a 67W fast flash charge. Other interesting features include the NFC function, Infrared sensors, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 5.2, under-display fingerprint sensor, JBL stereo dual speakers, etc.
You can now buy the Redmi Note 12 Turbo for $349 only on Giztop. Please note that the phone is available in Black, Blue, and White color variants. This price is applicable to the base variant only.
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Samsung recently unveiled the Galaxy F14 5G smartphone in India, an affordable 5G option without compromising other features. The device boasts a high-resolution display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a large battery, and a dual camera setup on the rear. Starting today, the smartphone will be up for sale in India. Let’s take a look at the pricing and availability information.
Samsung Galaxy F14 5G price & availability
Samsung has released the Galaxy F14 5G in India with two storage alternatives. The basic model features 4GB RAM and 128GB storage and costs Rs 12,990. Additionally, there is a variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, which is available for Rs 14,490. The phone is offered in three colors – OMG Black, Goat Green, and Bae Purple. The Galaxy F14 5G will be up for sale at 12 PM via Flipkart and Samsung E-store.
Samsung Galaxy F14 5G specs
The Galaxy F14 5G boasts a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display that has a Full HD+ resolution and supports a 90Hz refresh rate. The display also features an Infinity V notch and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. This means that users can expect a high-quality viewing experience with clear and vibrant colors.
Under the hood, the Galaxy F14 5G is powered by Samsung’s Exynos 1330 SoC, which is built on a 5nm process. It is paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can be further expanded by up to 12GB through virtual RAM expansion. This ensures that users have enough storage to store all their photos, videos, and apps.
The phone runs on Android 13 OS-based One UI Core 5.1 out of the box. Samsung has also promised to provide two major updates and four years of security updates for the device, ensuring that users can stay up-to-date with the latest software.
On the rear, the Galaxy F14 5G features a dual-camera setup that consists of a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel macro shooter. While there is no ultra-wide camera, users can still expect high-quality photos with rich detail and vibrant colors. On the front, the device comes equipped with a 13-megapixel selfie camera located on the waterdrop notch.
One of the standout features of the Galaxy F14 5G is its massive 6000mAh battery, which supports 25W fast charging. Unfortunately, a charging adapter is not included in the box. However, the device does feature a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and support for AI face unlock.
In 2021, Netflix made a surprising move, integrating mobile games into its platform. Netflix Games was a new gaming service launched by Netflix that allows subscribers to access and play games directly within the Netflix app. As of now, the service offers a selection of mobile games, which can be played on both iOS and Android devices. The games are included with the Netflix subscription, and there is no additional cost to play them. Even a year and a half later, the service is still in its early stages, and it remains to be seen how much Netflix will expand its gaming offerings and whether it will eventually include console or PC games. As per the latest reports, however, it seems that Netflix gaming enthusiasts will be able to use their iPhones to play games on their televisions.
To boost the popularity of games on its platforms, Netflix seems to be taking active steps. Recently, a code snippet was spotted by a MacRumors writer, Steve Moser, that points towards the functionality of letting the user pick their iPhone as a controller for the Netflix TV application. It is worth noting that so far, Netflix games are only available on iOS and Android devices, not on TV-based applications. This move would imply that the company might be looking to launch newer games, or simply label itself as a more mainstream platform for games.
One might even question why Netflix is so bent on publishing games to its platform. Well, clearly, the company is looking to expand its offerings beyond just TV shows and movies, and to provide subscribers with additional entertainment options. By offering games, Netflix aims to keep users engaged on its platform for longer periods of time, which could lead to increased subscriptions and revenue. Additionally, games have proven to be a popular form of entertainment, and with the rise of mobile gaming, it makes sense for the platform to tap into this market. Finally, offering games may help Netflix differentiate itself from its competitors and appeal to a broader audience. None of its competitors, including Prime Video and Disney Plus are taking similar steps, so the company might just be onto something here.
Vivo X Fold 2 is all set to go official in April. Ahead of its launch, the foldable phone has been showcased at the 2023 Boao Forum in China. Vivo has released a poster through its Weibo handle that shows Vivo’s Executive Vice-President, Hu Baishan, and Boao Forum’s Secretary General, Li Baodong, holding the Vivo X Fold 2. The foldable phone can be seen sporting a renewed design.
The Vivo X Fold and X Fold+ foldable phones that have been released in the past have featured a rectangle-shaped camera block on the back. It housed a round camera module, an LED flash, and ZEISS branding. As can be seen in the images below, the X Fold 2 does not have a rectangular camera block.
Vivo X Fold 2Vivo X Fold 2
Instead, it just houses a round-shaped camera module, which features three cameras and a ring LED flash. Below is the ZEISS logo. The cover display seems to have a curved edge. Reports have claimed that the outer and inner displays will both feature an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint scanner.
Rumours have revealed that the Vivo X Fold 2’s foldable display will support a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will come preloaded with the OriginOS 3-based Android 13 OS. The X Fold 2 will be the first-ever foldable phone to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It was recently seen at AnTuTu with 12 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
The X Fold 2’s rear camera setup will have a 50-megapixel Sony IMX866 primary camera with OIS support, a 12-megapixel IMX663 ultra-wide snapper, and a 12-megapixel IMX663 telephoto camera. It is likely to house a 4,800mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging. At present, there is no word on the price of the device.
Vivo’s upcoming event in April will also see the arrival of the Vivo X Flip and Vivo Pad 2.
Twitter, one of the world’s most popular (and currently controversial) social media platforms, extensively uses APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) in a number of ways to enable third-party developers and services to access its platform and data. These APIs allow developers to create a variety of applications that can interact with Twitter’s platform, extract data from Twitter, and publish content to Twitter on behalf of users. The APIs also allow developers to integrate Twitter data and functionality into their own applications and services, such as social media management tools, data analytics platforms, and other web and mobile applications. For instance, a really cool Twitter API lets its users know who they interact with on a daily basis, and which of their followers are dormant in their list. Before Elon Musk acquired Twitter, developers could access and create APIs with Twitter and use them with the platform for free – now, things are changing at the billion-dollar platform.
Today we are launching our new Twitter API access tiers! We’re excited to share more details about our self-serve access. 🧵
In a recent tweet, the company unveiled the details and pricing for its new API version. The company’s decision to ban third-party API clients was previously announced as part of its developer features overhaul, causing delays in its implementation. With a ton of layoffs and hierarchy adjustments happening at Twitter, this was expected. As per Twitter’s latest tweet, a free tier is still available for developers who want to experiment with APIs. However, it comes with far less functionality compared to its predecessor. This basic tier is aimed at bots and other “testing” purposes, allowing accounts to post up to 1,500 tweets per month without accessing other features. However, the posting limit of about 50 tweets a day may not be sufficient for those who post more frequently.
Developers can upgrade to the “basic” tier for $100 per month, which offers them a higher post limit of up to 3,000 tweets a month at the user level and 50,000 tweets a month at the app level, but still with a lower read limit of 10,000 tweets per month. Finally, the final tier, also labelled the “Enterprise” tier seems to be targeted towards organizations and “scaled commercial projects” with very specific needs. Those who sign up for the same will receive managed services, complete streams, and API access that allows them to tailor their projects to their own demands completely. It remains unclear how researchers and academics who rely on Twitter’s API for their work will be affected, but Twitter claims to be “looking at new ways to continue serving this community.” Also, it is worth noting that many APIs may stop functioning when Twitter implements these changes. Many of these APIs support bots that have been catering to the Twitter community for a long time now, but since Twitter is already losing money (with the company’s net worth dropping by $24 billion), Elon is clearly planning to create revenue streams in order to support the company’s backbone. Twitter Blue is another noteworthy example of such a revenue stream.
AGM announced a very interesting phone at MWC 2023 that you should have heard of: the AGM G2 Guardian, a rugged smartphone with ultra-long-range thermal imaging capabilities. it’s now available for pre-order on the official website, and at $899 it’s really expensive. Not everyone needs a thermal imaging phone. So if you are sure you really need such a phone, I will also tell you if it is worth the $900 price tag.
Thermal monocular
The biggest highlight of G2 Guardian is the long-range thermal monocular. since the heat of an object will gradually dissipate in the air, it is difficult for ordinary thermal imaging phones to detect long distances of more than 100m. G2 Guardian can detect heat up to 500m. This is the main reason why they dare to announce this phone at MWC. This infrared lens is not only 5.6x telephoto but also supports autofocus. It allows the heat source to present a clear outline so that you can distinguish what kind of creature it is.
To put down the latest thermal monocular and large speaker, the G2 Guardian is an amazing 2.5cm thick and weighs over 400g. It is definitely uncomfortable to use with one hand, but it is the same as Samsung or Xiaomi’s flagship phones. Sacrificing the feel of the hand for the sake of functionality is definitely something that some people like too.
The function of the Thermal Sensor Camera App is relatively simple. At the top is a basic option to adjust the Ribbon or contrast or something like that. In the bottom right corner is a switch between two modes: night vision mode and temperature mode. As their names say, one is to detect the use at night, the other is to detect the temperature of the object. The difference between them is the difference in contrast, and you do not necessarily have to switch modes often.
Why do you need this phone
Why do you need a long-range thermal monocular instead of a regular thermal imaging phone? AGM gives us a few answers: night search and rescue. When the maximum detection distance of thermal imaging becomes longer, it also means that the range of search and rescue becomes larger.
At night, you can also spot wildlife at a further distance, avoiding them in advance to prevent injury. Or if you are a forest patrolman, you can expand your search area with this long-range thermal monocular, so that suspicious people can not hide. Mountain fires can also be easily detected, so I recommend this phone to forest patrollers, landscape photographers, and people who like to go on wilderness trips.
Camera
In addition to the thermal imaging lens, the remaining three lenses are a 108 MP main camera, a 20 MP infrared night vision camera, and a 2 MP macro camera. Usually, the main camera takes good pictures. The colors are rich and the exposure is accurate. The photos in high-resolution mode are also very clear.
Performance
Another interesting thing about the G2 Guardian is that its processor is a model you’ve never heard of. Even I’ve never heard of it. Qualcomm QCM6490, is purpose-built for industrial and commercial IoT applications such as transportation, warehousing, and logistics management.
Although we do not know why AGM uses such a chip, but the performance is not weak. It’s similar to the Snapdragon 782G with an AnTuTu score of 590,000.
This allows the G2 Guardian to achieve an average frame rate of 54fps with the Genshin Impact with Low Graphics. This is already very strong for a rugged phone, many rugged phones can’t even run stably at 30fps. This chip also supports 5G network, which is not much different from a normal phone chip.
Other specs
Other specs of the G2 Guardian are also at the top of the rugged phone. A 120Hz FHD+ panel with Corning Gorilla Glass protection is top-of-the-line for smoothness and durability. The battery capacity is 7000mAh and supports 18w charging. Dual SIM card slots support up to 512G TF cards for expanded storage. The dock charging and side fingerprint recognition are also there, and there’s a 100 lumens flashlight on top.
There is a headphone jack at the bottom. If you don’t want to wear headphones, the speaker with a maximum volume of 109dB is equivalent to a mobile Bluetooth speaker. If I put the real volume into the video you may be deaf, so the volume in the speaker test will be reduced appropriately, you do not have to worry.
(Click on the video at the beginning of the article to listen to the speaker test)
The AGM G2 Guardian is a very professional phone and there is no one better than it in thermal imaging phones. If you need a very professional long-range thermal imaging device and don’t want to put an extra thermal imaging camera in your backpack. Then this phone is just for you. For most people, it’s not worth paying $899 for a rugged phone, but once you like its thermal monocular, it’s worth whatever you spend.
Yesterday, OnePlus announced the OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition in China. It is scheduled to go on sale starting April 3 in the home market. As per a new tweet by tipster Max Jambor, the OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition will also release in India.
The OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition looks like the surface of Jupiter, which is the biggest planet in our solar system, according to the company. It is the first smartphone to use a material made of volumetric microcrystalline rock, which gives each device a different pattern.
The OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition flaunts a rough textured back panel that mimics the appearance and feel of natural rock formations. Developing the panel took over a year of research and development, and the material undergoes nine complex processes before becoming the back panel of a OnePlus 11 smartphone.
In China, the OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition comes in a 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage configuration only. It has a price of 4,999 Yuan (~$710), which is the same as its green and black editions. The OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition’s launch date in India is currently unknown.
At present, the OnePlus 11 is available in India in 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 16 GB RAM + 256 GB storage variants. These are at Rs 56,999 (~$695) and Rs 61,999 (~$755), respectively.
In related news, OnePlus is all set to launch the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G and Nord Buds 2 TWS earbuds on April 4. The CE 3 Lite, which will have the Snapdragon 695 and a 120Hz LCD display onboard, will be priced under Rs 25,000 in India. The Nord Buds 2 is likely to cost around Rs 3,000 in the country.
OnePlus Nord 3 5G is expected to launch in July this year. Before its expected launch, the smartphone has now started bagging important certifications. The Nord 3 5G has appeared on certification platforms, such as Singapore’s IMDA, India’s BIS, China’s CQC, and TUV Rheinland.
At IMDA, the OnePlus device with the CPH2493 model number has appeared with the OnePlus Nord 3 5G moniker. It reveals support for 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC. The same model has been spotted at CQC certification with an 80W charger.
The TUV Rheinland certification reveals that the CPH2491 also belongs to the same device. It has been found through BIS certification that the CPH2941 model number belongs to the Indian variant of the Nord 3 5G.
Reports have revealed that the OnePlus Nord 3 5G will be a rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 2V, which debuted in China recently. The Ace 2V has a 6.74-inch OLED panel that offers a 1.5K resolution of 1240 x 2772 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. It is powered by the Dimensity 9000 chipset, up to 16 GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery that supports 80W charging.
The Ace 2V has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and its back panel has a 64-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit. It runs on Android 13 OS and ColorOS.
OnePlus Ace 2V
In related news, OnePlus will announce the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G smartphone and Nord Buds 2 TWS earbuds on April 4. The company is also said to be working on the Nord CE 3. It will be positioned between the Nord CE 3 Lite and the Nord 3. The device will be one of the first Snapdragon 782G-powered phones to launch outside of China. It is also speculated to launch in July.
Infinix recently unveiled the Infinix Hot 30i in India. Now, it is gearing up to launch the Infinix Hot 30 in Thailand. The company has confirmed that the Hot 30 will be announced on March 31 in the country. The teasers released by the brand have revealed the key specifications and design of the phone.
The teasers released by Infinix confirm that the Infinix Hot 30 will be equipped with a 6.78-inch LCD panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It will be powered by the Helio G88 chipset.
The Hot 30 will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. The teasers released by the brand showcase the front and rear designs of the phone. The device will come equipped with a punch-hole display and a uniquely designed rear shell.
The bottom edge of the device features a speaker grille, a USB-C port, a microphone, and a 3.5mm audio jack. A dual camera setup with LED flash can be seen on the rear side of the device.
In related news, the Infinix Hot 30i has gone official for Rs 8,999 in India. For this price, the device offers a 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel that offers an HD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, 500 nits of peak brightness, and Panda Glass protection. The Helio G37 chipset-powered device offers 8 GB of RAM, 8 GB of virtual RAM, 128 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging.
The Hot 30i has a 5-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel + AI lens dual-camera system on the back. It runs on XOS 12-based Android 12 OS. The Hot 30i comes in four colors, such as Mirror Black, Glacier Blue, Diamond White, and Marigold.
Xiaomi‘s ecological chain partner 70Mai has launched the 70mai Dash Cam Omni in the US and Canada. The 1080p dash camera comes with AI motion detection, built-in GPS, and 128GB of storage. It also features collision detection and has a total buffered emergency recording of 15 seconds. The new dash cam is being advertised as the first product of its kind and offers a 360-degree view of the surroundings.
The Dash Cam Omni uses an optical assembly with a single image sensor supporting 140-degree FOV and 340-degree swivel view. The Omni has an enhanced ADAS system that accurately identifies pedestrians and riders. It also features smart voice control and an excellent display unmatched in the class. It can capture high-quality 1080p videos even in difficult lighting situations. It features Time-lapse and Loop recording modes, as well as 15 seconds buffered emergency recording before and post-impact.
The large 128GB internal storage of the 70mai Dash Cam Omni means that you don’t need an extra microSD card. The camera also has a built-in GPS mechanism for greater route monitoring. The companion mobile app of the Dash Cam Omni is available in both iOS and Android stores. The retail package of the new 70mai dash cam includes a power cord, one electrostatic sticker, one car charger, a wiring crowbar, as well as the camera.
The retail price for the Dash Cam Omni in the US is $199.99 while it is priced at CAD$279.99 in Canada. Customers can purchase the Dash Cam Omni via Amazon US and Amazon Canada respectively. There are no global availability and pricing details yet for the Dash Cam Omni at this time.
Lenovo has announced the Yoga Slim 6 ultrabook with AMD Ryzen 7000U processors. The new Lenovo laptops come in three screen options and also feature USB4 connectivity. The models also come with fast RDNA 3 GPUs and a 180º hinge. The Yoga Slim 6 has a 14-inch FHD+ OLED screen for an expansive view.
You can choose between the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and Ryzen 5 7540U processors with 28W TDP and RDNA 3 integrated graphics card. The laptops offer up to 16GB of LPDDR5 dual-channel RAM combined with up to 1TB of storage. The USB4 connector provides high-speed data transfer.
The three display options for the 14-inch Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 ultrabook deliver either 300 or 400 nits of maximum brightness. Apart from the FHD+OLED screen, there is also a 2.8K, as well as a 2.2K panel. Refresh rates hover between 60Hz and 120Hz for the three options and they all feature Dolby Vision and have low blue light certification. The models offer 100% sRGB/ DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and matte finish.
Apart from the USB4 connector, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 ultrabooks have USB-C 3.2, USB-A 3.2, and HDMI 2.1 ports, as well as an audio combo jack. Both Wi-Fi 6/E and Bluetooth 5.1 were also supported in the models. Two 2W Dolby Atmos speakers are also present on the laptop. The FHD webcam of the Yoga Slim 6 has an IR sensor and camera shutter. A dual-array microphone is also part of the mix.
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 is available in Storm Grey and Misty Grey color variants and the laptop weighs just 1.31kg. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 6 ultrabook is expected to enter the market by June 2023. There are no release details yet but it could be priced from €899 (~$975) in Europe.
Microsoft has announced the launch of new AI-driven chat tools designed to assist cybersecurity teams in preventing and mitigating cyberattacks. Leveraging OpenAI’s cutting-edge GPT-4 language system and security-specific data, these tools, known as “Copilots,” aim to streamline and simplify threat analysis for security professionals.
Microsoft unveils OpenAI-based chat tools for fighting cyberattacks
The new AI technologies enable rapid analysis and allow users to pose plain English questions, making it accessible to employees with limited expertise in security or AI. This is particularly significant given the current scarcity of skilled workers in the field. According to Vasu Jakkal, Microsoft’s vice-president for security, compliance, identity, and privacy, cyberattacks have significantly increased in speed and frequency since the pandemic.
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With the Security Copilot, users can ask questions such as, “How can I contain devices that are already compromised by an attack?” or request a list of individuals who sent or received an email with a dangerous link. The tool can also generate reports and summaries of incidents and responses with ease.
Microsoft will initially grant access to the tool for a select group of customers, with plans to expand availability later. The Security Copilot utilizes data from government agencies and Microsoft’s researchers, who monitor nation-states and cybercriminal organizations. The assistant is designed to work with Microsoft
BenQ has released its latest projector in the European market. The BenQ GP500 projector is now available in the UK, EU, and the US. The new projector outputs a maximum brightness of 1,500 ANSI lumens and can throw images up to 150 inches wide.
The BenQ GP500 was showcased during CES 2023. It can project its maximum image at a distance between 3.3 and 4.3 meters with its 1:1.3 throw ratio. It comes with a LED light source that can last for up to 30,000 hours in ECO mode. The projector outputs 4K content and allows 1.3X zoom. It also has a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and supports HDR10 and HLG.
The new BenQ projector has Android TV built-in, so the user can watch content from popular platforms like YouTube and Prime Video. The projector can also cast content from your mobile device using Google Chromecast or Apple AirPlay. The GP500 has an HDMI ARC and USB-A port for wired connectivity. The sound system of the projector delivers 20W 360º audio output. Its 5.1 channel audio out port also allows you to connect external speakers to the projector.
The BenQ projector can be controlled via voice commands using Google Assistant while the autofocus, screen fit, and object avoidance tools help to output perfect images. The dimensions of the projector are 10.2 x 10.5 x 7.2 inches. The gadget retails in the UK for £1,699 (~$2,093) directly from the BenQ store or £1,901.22 (~$2,342) via Amazon. The product retails in the US and EU for $1,799 and €1,799 respectively.
The GPD Win Mini gaming handheld will come with a clamshell form factor, new details reveal. The Win Mini will come with a 7-inch, 1080p display and a clamshell form factor while its 45 Wh battery allows the user an unfettered gaming time. The model is designed as a refreshed version of Win 2 but falls short of an improvement over Win 4.
The GPD Win Mini is slightly wider and taller than the GPD Win 2. It has a 45 Wh battery which is possibly 12% larger than the Steam Deck. The display of the new Win Mini will have a 1080 pixels resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The gaming handheld will come with a full complement of analog triggers and front-mounted H1 and H2 programmable buttons. It offers a bottom plate grip for more comfortable use and ergonomics. The bottom plate is however not removable, as it is fixed to the handheld’s body.
The GPD Win Mini has been speculated previously to come with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U APU. However, the latest details by Phawx indicates that the Win Mini could feature the Ryzen 5 7540U. The Win Mini will reportedly launch via Indiegogo sometime in July 2023. The crowdfunding campaign will conclude before the earliest deliveries by October 2023. There are no pricing details and full specs for the Win Mini at this time. Expectedly, GPD will release more optics about the Win Mini as the Indiegogo launch date draws closer.
OnePlus recently unveiled the OnePlus 11 and 11R flagships. However, not everyone is in the market for a higher-end smartphone. Some just want an affordable smartphone with well-rounded specifications. Catering to this segment, the brand is all set to release the Nord CE 3 Lite on April 4. The upcoming smartphone has been generating a lot of buzz with its teasers, and the latest one reveals an exciting detail about its camera setup.
According to a teaser posted by OnePlus on Twitter, the upcoming OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite will debut with a 108MP primary camera on its rear. This will be the first time a Nord-branded smartphone will feature such a powerful camera sensor. While the brand did not reveal the other two sensors of the device, reports suggest there will be a 2MP macro shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it may get a 16MP selfie camera.
The brand has already revealed the design of the smartphone through high-resolution renders. It will feature a flat back with two rings enclosing the camera sensors. The handset will get slightly curved sides, with the right edge featuring the power button and the left one housing the volume keys. The Nord smartphone features a flat display with a waterdrop notch. There’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack on its bottom.
A recent report revealed the Nord CE 3 Lite 5G will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It will boast a 6.72-inch flat screen with a Full HD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Fueled by a 5000mAh battery, it may support for 67W SuperVOOC charging and run on Android 13 with Oxygen OS 13.1 on top.
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