Latest Google Pixel 7a Leaks Reveal Updated Camera Bar Design

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Mar 13, 2023

The Google Pixel lineup was first launched in 2016. Since then, Pixel phones have come a long way. They are widely known for their clean user interface, high-quality cameras, and integration with Google’s software services. The Pixel lineup includes both flagship devices, such as the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, as well as more budget-friendly options like the Pixel 6a. The latest Pixel phones typically come with new features and upgrades, including faster processors, improved camera systems, and updated software. Google also releases regular security and software updates for Pixel devices to ensure a smooth and secure user experience, which is a huge selling point for the average smartphone user. Fans of Google’s budget smartphone series (5a, 6a etc.) will be glad to know that some exciting Pixel 7a leaks are surfacing online.

The leaks have offered some glimpses into Google’s next budget smartphone. A recent hands-on leak of the phone confirms that the device will feature an upgrade in RAM, as well as a few key design changes. This year’s Pixel 7a is expected to be a significant upgrade over its predecessors, boasting Tensor G2 from the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, wireless charging at 5W, and a camera upgrade that includes a 50MP primary camera, 64MP telephoto camera, and 12MP ultrawide camera.

The device also seems to bear a strong resemblance to the standard Pixel 7, with a similar camera bar design and thicker bezels on the front. According to the leak, the phone will come with a single SIM slot, USB-C for charging, and waterproofing around the SIM tray. Although the phone wasn’t able to fully turn on, the fastboot reveals that it features 128GB of storage and 8GB of RAM. The Pixel 7a is expected to be officially announced at Google I/O 2023 on May 10.

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Cerebral, a Mental Health Startup Exposed Personal Patient Data to Meta, Google & TikTok

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Mar 13, 2023

Cerebral, a telehealth startup that became increasingly popular during the early stages of the pandemic when mental health was fragile globally, has recently revealed that it inadvertently shared the personal information of over 3.1 million patients in the United States with social media giants, Google, Meta, and TikTok. It was revealed that the company had been using tracking scripts, known as “pixels,” which were offered by Meta to third-party developers for advertising since it got off the ground in the month of October 2019.

After reviewing its software, Cerebral discovered that it had disclosed certain information that may be regulated as protected health information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This information includes patients’ names, phone numbers, birth dates, and insurance information. The company may have also exposed information collected through mental health self-assessments completed by patients to schedule counselling appointments. However, it is noteworthy that no social security numbers, bank information, or credit card numbers were shared by the company in the process, as stated by Cerebral.

Upon discovering the mishap, Cerebral moved swiftly to disable, reconfigure, and remove the tracking pixels that were responsible for exposing the data. The company has also bolstered its information security practices and technology vetting procedures to minimize the risk of similar incidents occurring in the future. The US Department of Health and Human Services is currently investigating the matter, which follows the Federal Trade Commission’s $1.5 million fine against GoodRx for sharing patient data with Meta and Google. Moreover, the agency announced earlier this month that it had reached a $7.8 million settlement with online counselling firm BetterHelp and was seeking to prohibit the company from sharing health information for ad targeting purposes.

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Redmi Note 12 4G Hands-on Images Surface Revealing Design & Specs

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Mar 13, 2023

The brand has recently released several 5G smartphones in the Note 12 series and is now preparing to launch the Redmi Note 12 4G in the near future. The device has already been benchmarked on Geekbench and its design and specifications have been leaked. Furthermore, live images of the device have surfaced, further verifying its design and key features.

Based on leaked live images, it appears that the Redmi Note 12 4G will be marketed as simply the “Redmi Note 12”. The device appears to bear a resemblance to its 5G counterpart, but there are some noticeable differences, such as the circular LED flash being in a different position. The back of the device is flat and houses three cameras in the top left corner. The front display has a punch hole for the front camera, and previous renders have suggested that the device will feature slim bezels on three sides and a modest chin.

The unboxing image confirms that the device will feature a Corning Gorilla Glass-protected 120Hz AMOLED display. It will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor that draws power from a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. Lastly, the image reveals that the device has a 50MP AI triple camera. Let’s take a look at the previously leaked details to shed some more light on these specs.

Redmi Note 12 4G specs (rumored)

The upcoming Note 12 4G is said to be powered by the upcoming Snapdragon 685 processor. It will have a 6.67-inch Full HD OLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and 120Hz refresh rate. The phone also has a large 5000mAh battery with 33W charging.

In terms of camera capabilities, the Redmi Note 12 4G has a 50 MP main camera, an 8 MP wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 13MP selfie camera. Additionally, the phone comes with a side fingerprint sensor, NFC, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz/5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, IP53, and a microSD slot (2 SIM + 1 SD card slot).

The phone runs on Android 13 and MIUI 14, which ensures that it is up-to-date and has access to the latest features and security patches. Rumors suggest that it could be priced at €279 for the 4/128 variant.

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PlayStation 6 Design Rumours Surface, PS5 Pro Likely to be Sacked

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Anubhav

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Mar 13, 2023

The PlayStation 5 (PS5) has been a massive success in the gaming industry since its launch in November 2020. Despite supply chain issues and manufacturing challenges during the pandemic, the PS5 has managed to break records and outsell its predecessor, the PS4, in the same timeframe. Sony has announced that the PS5 has sold more than 13.4 million units as of July 2021, making it the fastest-selling console in the company’s history. The PS5’s impressive sales numbers can be attributed to its improved hardware, including a faster SSD and advanced haptic feedback in its DualSense controller, as well as its impressive lineup of exclusive games such as “Spider-Man: Miles Morales” and “Demon’s Souls.” With its continued success and a strong pipeline of upcoming games, the PS5 looks poised to remain a major player in the gaming industry for years to come. Even so, the PS6 is something that every console fan will be looking forward to, and now, Sony enthusiasts have something to be excited about.

Rumor from trusted source: Cerny has been granted the hardware design job once again for PS6. First American to design a PS system with PS4 and now will be responsible for 3 generations of PS hardware.
— WorryWartGamer (@WrryWrt73) March 2, 2023

Rumors of a new PlayStation 6 (PS6) have been circulating on the internet, fueled by a tweet from WorryWartGamer claiming that a hardware designer for the console has been recruited, with PS5 lead architect Mark Cerny as the candidate. Sony is not expected to release the PS6 before 2028, but that doesn’t mean they can afford to pause development. YouTuber RedGamingTech believes that the PlayStation 5 Pro may be sacked due to Sony’s limited resources being focused on implementing company partnerships, hardware and software development, and worldwide marketing for the PS6.

Furthermore, the possibility of a modular PS5 console has already been rumoured, which could prompt Sony to abandon plans for a PS5 Pro or PS5 Slim. With the groundwork for the PS6 already in motion, producing a purported detachable disk drive model would allow Sony to release a PS5-like console and move on to creating a new console that will meet the expectations of fans.

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iQOO Z7 Series China Launch Date Confirmed, Design Revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 13, 2023

iQOO is gearing up to launch the iQOO Z7 series of smartphones in India and China. The Indian division of the company said last week that the iQOO Z7 5G, which is powered by the Dimensity 920, will be announced on March 21 in India. Today, the Chinese wing of the company confirmed through its Weibo handle that it will unveil the iQOO Z7 series at 7 pm (local time) on March 21.

Reports have claimed that the iQOO Z7 lineup has three phones, such as the iQOO Z7i, iQOO Z7, and iQOO Z7x. The Z7i has already gone official as the first-ever phone powered by the Dimensity 6020 chipset. According to earlier reports, the iQOO phones with model numbers V2270A and V2272A that were recently seen at the 3C certification platform will be called the iQOO Z7 and iQOO Z7x, respectively, when they hit the Chinese market.

The above images give the first look at the iQOO Z7 (Chinese variant). As can be seen, the Z7 will arrive in color options, such as orange and blue. The back panel of the device has a dual-camera setup with OIS support. The company has also confirmed that the Z7 will support for 120W fast charging. In all likelihood, it will debut as the most affordable 120W charging phone.

Rumor is rife that the iQOO Z7 will be powered by the Snapdragon 782G chipset and a 5,000mAh battery. The iQOO Z7x is likely to come equipped with the Snapdragon 695 chipset, a 6,000mah battery, and 80W charging. It appears that the company will also confirm the iQOO Z7 and Z7x in the coming weeks.

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Infinix Hot 30i Front Panel Exposed in New Leaked Images

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Mar 13, 2023

Infinix is set to debut a new smartphone on March 27 in India called the Hot 30i. In a recent report, we shared some live images of the smartphone, revealing its design and color options. Now, more images of the device have appeared online revealing a new color option along with the front panel.

Shared by Tipster Paras Guglani, the image reveals that the smartphone will come in a Black color variant. The back has diamond-like patterns, which could mean that the color option might be called the Black Diamond edition. The White color model with a similar design is confirmed to be called the Diamond White edition. Previous reports suggest that this model might feature a premium glass-like finish.

The two large cutouts feature a dual camera setup, while the smaller cutout is for the LED flash. According to the leak, one of these modules features a 50MP primary camera. Coming to the front, the device has thick bezels going around the display. It also features a notch that houses the front camera. Going by the report, this should be a 6.6-inch IPS display with 90Hz refresh rate. Previous images have shown that the sides of the Infinix Hot 30i are flat.

According to the official landing page of the Hot 30i, the device will feature a maximum of 8 GB physical RAM and 8 GB virtual RAM, along with 128 GB internal storage. Other sources suggest that the Hot 30i may come with a MediaTek Helio G37 chipset, dual 50-megapixel rear cameras, and a 6,000mAh battery. The Hot 30 series may also include other models such as the Hot 30 and Hot 30 Play, and Infinix is reportedly developing the Infinix Note 30 VIP.

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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Light Edition TWS Earbuds Launched in China; Goes on Sale for 749 Yuan ($109)

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Mar 13, 2023

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Light Edition, the latest addition to the company’s lineup of true wireless earbuds, has been launched in the Chinese market and is now up for sale for the price of 749 yuan, which is about $109.

The earphones come in two color options to choose from — Obsidian Black and Yunfeng White. They are available for a discounted price of 749, but the official price for the earbuds is 799 yuan (~$115).

The design of these newly launched earphones looks quite similar to the original OnePlus Buds Pro 2. It comes with 11mm primary drivers and 6mm tweeters which can deliver a frequency range of 10Hz-40Hz.

As for the connectivity, there’s support for Bluetooth 5.3, and it also comes with support for AAC, LC3, LHDC, and SBC Bluetooth codecs. The company claims that the earphones have been optimized by Hans Zimmer to deliver optimal audio performance.

It also comes with support for Active Noise Cancellation, and the company claims that the earphones can attenuate background noise by 48dB and delivers 54ms latency.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Light Edition has a battery life of six hours with the ANC mode enabled, and with ANC disabled, the battery life is up to nine hours. The bundled carry case can fully charge the earphones up to three times before it needs to be charged.

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Galaxy S23 and S23 Ultra Camera Hardware Defect is Causing Blurry Pictures

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Anubhav

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Mar 13, 2023

Samsung‘s recently launched flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S23 and S23 Ultra are back and trending again, but for different reasons than you might think. The devices were launched back in February last month, with a host of industry-leading features, including powerful processors, high-quality cameras, and vibrant displays. The Galaxy S23 features a 6.5-inch screen, while the S23 Ultra boasts a 6.8-inch display, both of which offer high refresh rates for smoother scrolling and gameplay. However, the latest complaints from users worldwide suggest that there might be a major defect with the camera modules of these devices.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus seem to be facing a hardware issue, with a faulty main lens resulting in blurry images. Users have reported noticing banana or ring-shaped blurs in pictures taken from the phones, with some portions of the images appearing blurry and out of focus. Although the issue first surfaced in German tech forums, it has since been reported on Reddit, XDA forums, and Samsung community boards. It appears that most of the affected units were manufactured in Vietnam, but some Indian and South Korean units also have the issue.

While Samsung is yet to comment on the issue, it seems likely that affected users may have to get their camera module replaced if this turns out to be a hardware defect. However, there is a little hope that the problem may be fixed through a software update, as Samsung is said to be preparing a significant camera update for the Galaxy S23 series. If users are not particularly particular about image quality, they may not even notice these issues, but for those who are, the problem can be quite noticeable.

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iQOO Z7i Launched as the World’s First Dimensity 6020 Phone

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 13, 2023

Without any fanfare, the iQOO Z7i has gone official in the Chinese market today. It is the world’s first smartphone to feature the Dimensity 6020 chipset. As per the official page of the D6020 chip, it is a 7nm chip that includes 2 x ARM Cortex-A76 CPU cores working at up to 2.2GHz, 6 x ARM Cortex-A55 CPU cores clocking at up to 2GHz, and an ARM Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. The CPU and GPU details suggest that it is a rebranded or tweaked version of the existing Dimensity 700 SoC.

iQOO Z7i specifications and features

The iQOO Z7i has a 6.51-inch IPS LCD display with a waterdrop notch. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, a 60Hz refresh rate, DC dimming, and 88.99 percent screen space. It features a 5-megapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (macro) dual-camera setup on the back.

The Dimensity 6020-powered iQOO Z7i ships with 4 GB / 6 GB / 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, up to 8 GB of virtual RAM, and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. There is a microSD card slot on the device for additional storage. It runs on Android 13 with the OriginOS Ocean UI on top.

The Z7i has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging. The device offers other features, such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

iQOO Z7i price and availability

The iQOO Z7i comes in three variants, such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 899 Yuan (~$131), 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,099 Yuan (~$160), and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,199 Yuan (~$175). It can be bought in colors like Moon Shadow and Ice Lake Blue. The device is scheduled to be available for purchase starting March 20.

In related news, iQOO will unveil the iQOO Z7 and Z7x smartphones on March 20 in China. These devices are expected to feature the Snapdragon 782G and Snapdragon 695 chipsets, respectively.

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iQOO Neo 8 Chipset, RAM, Storage Details Leaked, Tipped to Rival Redmi K60 Ultra

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 13, 2023

In October 2022, iQOO unveiled the iQOO Neo 7 equipped with the Dimensity 9000 Plus chipset in China. Hence, it is likely that the brand will announce the iQOO Neo 8 in the second half of this year. Well ahead of launch, tipster Digital Chat Station (via. TechGoing) has leaked the key specifications of the device.

According to DCS, the iQOO Neo 8 will be powered by the Dimensity 9200 Plus, which is yet to go official. As per a recent report, the D9200+ will be an enhanced version of the D9200. The SoC is expected to rival the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Apart from iQOO, it is speculated that brands such as Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi are also planning to launch smartphones with Dimensity 9200 Plus chipset.

iQOO Neo 7 5G China — iQOO Neo 7 5G (China variant)

The new leak also states that the iQOO Neo 8 will be equipped with 16 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The tipster claimed that the Neo 8 will be stacked against the forthcoming Redmi K60 Ultra, which is expected to launch in the third quarter of 2023.

Last week, the same source said that the Redmi K60 Ultra will have an OLED screen with a 1.5K resolution and a high refresh rate. It will come with the Dimensity 9200 chipset and 100W charging.

In Q4 2022, iQOO launched the iQOO Neo 7, Neo 7 Racing Edition, and Neo 7 SE in China. These phones are powered by the Dimensity 9000 Plus, Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1, and Dimensity 8200 chipsets, respectively. The iQOO Neo 7, which is available in India, is a rebranded version of the Neo 7 SE. Hence, it appears that the Neo 8 series may include other models, such as the iQOO Neo 8 Racing Edition and the Neo 8 SE.

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Audi’s New Premium E-Bike is More Expensive Than Some Cars

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Anubhav

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Mar 13, 2023

Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional bicycles due to their numerous benefits, including their ability to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental sustainability. E-bikes use an electric motor and rechargeable batteries, which emit significantly less pollution than gasoline-powered vehicles. By choosing e-bikes over cars, individuals can reduce their carbon footprint and help improve air quality in urban areas. Audi just launched its new e-bike, but interestingly, it’s priced higher than other four-wheelers.

The e-bike exudes luxury and sophistication. This upscale bike is inspired by the brand’s RS Q E-tron E2 electric Dakar Rally racer, and boasts high-end specifications that are sure to impress bike enthusiasts.

Crafted by Italy’s Fantic, this electric bike, based on the XMF 1.7, features a 250W Brose motor, also found in Harley-Davidson’s Serial 1 Bash/Mtn, which is powered by Fantic’s 720Wh battery. This combination delivers an impressive 66ft/lb of torque, although Audi has not yet revealed its top speed or range.

The bike’s power pack is significantly larger than that of the Bash/Mtn’s 529Wh unit, which offers a range of 30 to 95 miles, depending on the conditions. Additionally, the Audi e-bike has four levels of electric assistance, ranging from a mild Eco mode to the all-out Boost mode, very similar to other Brose-powered e-bikes.

The bike’s frame design is made of aluminum and features various high-quality components, including Braking IN.CA.S disc brakes, an Öhlins fork and shock, and Sram components for the chain, shifters and derailleur. You will also find premium Italian touches, such as the Vittoria tires and Sella Italia saddle. The Öhlins gear provides 7.1in of suspension travel, which is more than the XMF 1.7’s 6.7in.

The Audi electric mountain bike is available in three sizes and is priced at £8,499 (about $10,200) in the UK. This limited- model is more expensive than some of its competitors, such as the $3,999 Bash/Mtn, the GMC Hummer e-bike, and the more powerful $5,499 Jeep e-bike. However, you are paying for the bike’s big battery, the use of other well-known parts, and Audi’s exclusive design. If people can afford one of Audi’s high-end EVs, this e-bike might just be in the budget as well.

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Samsung Reportedly Not Planning To Launch Galaxy S23 FE Smartphone

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Mar 13, 2023

It’s been a few weeks since Samsung, the world’s largest smartphone manufacturer, launched its flagship Galaxy S-series lineup for this year, which includes three phones — Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Going by the company’s track record, the South Korean giant should launch a new device in the lineup — Galaxy S23 FE. There have also been some leaks related to the phone, indicating its launch somewhere around August, but that may not be the case.

Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra

According to the latest report, Samsung may skip releasing the Fan Edition for the S-series this year, meaning that the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE may not get launched. Apart from the Galaxy S23 FE not launching this year, there’s not much known about this.

It is not yet clear if the Galaxy S23 FE isn’t launching this year, then it is getting canceled or postponed. It doesn’t make sense for Samsung to launch the phone next year as in early 2024, there will be a successor to the Galaxy S23 lineup. So, it’s pretty safe to assume that if the S23 FE isn’t getting launched this year, it’s not coming to the market.

The Fan Edition or the FE offering for the flagship Galaxy S-series is meant to be a “flagship killer” type of device, and the company launches it with a similar kind of budget. But, the problem is that the previous year’s S-series lineup becomes available at a discounted rate, and then there are mid-range and upper mid-range Galaxy A-series phones, giving tough competition to the FE model.

As of now, it’s safe to assume that the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE isn’t getting launched, especially after the fact that the company didn’t launch the Galaxy S22 FE last year. Based on the developments, it appears that Samsung is done with the Fan Edition offerings.

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Biden Holds Emergency Announcement Tomorrow to Address US Banking Crisis

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Leo Wong De Quan

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Mar 13, 2023

After experiencing both the 2nd and 3rd largest US bank failures in history, the President of the United States, Joe Biden will hold an emergency announcement tomorrow morning (Washington Time) to address the current US banking crisis.

Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank Banking Crisis

As per Reuters, the news comes after the US government announced that it is taking actions to shore up deposits in the country and stem any broader financial fallout from the sudden collapse of both Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank.

The past 3 days saw 2 of the largest US bank failures in history – Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. Signature Bank (SBNY) ranks 3rd in the list of largest US bank failures in history with $118 billion USD in assets at the time of failure in 2023, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) ranks 2nd with $209 billion in assets in 2023, and Washington Mutual ranks 1st with $307 billion in assets in 2008.

The White House has issued a press statement stating that over the weekend, the US government has been working diligently with the country’s banking regulators to address problems at Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. And a prompt solution of providing all depositors at these banks back their deposits, both insured and uninsured, will commence on Monday. It was mentioned that the solution also ensures that US taxpayer dollars are not put at risk.

And with all the concerns and complaints of the crisis ongoing, Joe Biden stated that he is “firmly committed to holding those responsible for this mess fully accountable and to continuing our efforts to strengthen oversight and regulation of larger banks so that we are not in this position again.”

On a closing note, the US President will deliver remarks on how the country will maintain a resilient banking system to protect its historic economic recovery tomorrow morning.

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OnePlus Ace 2V Smartphone Now Available for Purchase in China; Price Starts at 2,299 Yuan ($332)

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Mar 13, 2023

A few days ago, OnePlus launched a new Ace-series smartphone, dubbed OnePlus Ace 2V. Today, the smartphone is officially available for purchase in the Chinese market.

The OnePlus Ace 2V starts at 2,299 yuan (~$332) for the 12GB + 256GB model, while the 16GB + 256GB model costs 2,499 yuan (~$362). On the other hand, the 16GB + 512GB model is priced at 2,799 yuan (~$405).

As for the specifications, the smartphone features a 6.74-inch flat OLED display with a centered punch-hole cutout for the front-facing camera. The 10-bit screen offers a 2772 x 1240 pixels resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 1450 nits peak brightness level, and HDR10+ support.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC and is paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 3.1 internal storage. In the camera department, there’s a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. On the front side, the phone features a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

Other features of the smartphone include dual stereo speakers, an in-screen fingerprint sensor, dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GNSS, NFC, and USB 2.0 (Type-C). It runs the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own ColorOS 13 custom user interface on top. The device is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support.

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Multiple Oppo Find X6 Pro Live Shots Emerge to Showcase Front, Rear Design

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 13, 2023

The Oppo Find X6 series is likely to launch on March 21 in China. The rumor mill is now actively leaking details about the Find X6 and X6 Pro before the expected launch. Multiple live shots of the Pro variant that showcase its design are now being circulated on Weibo. Here is a look at the leaked shots of the device.

Oppo Find X6 Pro design

As can be seen in the leaked shots, the Find X6 Pro is equipped with a curved-edge display with a centrally aligned punch-hole. One of the images that show the top edge of the device gives a good look at its thickness.

Moving to the back, the Find X6 Pro can be seen sporting a round-shaped camera module. It houses a pill-shaped LED unit at the top, followed by two camera sensors, Hasselblad branding, and a periscope zoom camera, along with ‘Powered by MariSilicon” text.

The black and green variants of the X6 Pro seem to have a glass back, whereas the silver variant appears to be equipped with a leather back.

Oppo Find X6 Pro specifications (rumored)

According to reports, the Oppo Find X6 Pro will have a 6.82-inch E6 AMOLED display. It is expected to offer a Quad HD+ resolution of 3168 x 1440 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, 10-bit colors, and up to 2,500 nits of brightness. For security, it will be equipped with an under-display fingerprint scanner.

Under the hood, the Find X6 Pro will have the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The SoC will be coupled with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It is speculated that the device may come in variants like 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 16 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage. The Find X6 Pro will have a 5,000mAh battery. It will offer support for 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

The X6 Pro will be equipped with a 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 front-facing camera. Its rear panel will have a 50-megapixel Sony IMX989 1-inch camera sensor with OIS support, a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 periscope zoom camera.

The Find X6 Pro is expected to come with other features such as Android 13 OS with ColorOS 13 on top, Hasselblad camera optimization, a MariSilicon X2 ISP, and an IP68 rating.

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Signature Bank Shut Down by US Authorities, 3rd Largest Bank Failure in History

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Leo Wong De Quan

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Mar 13, 2023

USA financial authorities were busy behind the scenes for the weekend, as it was announced today that New York regulators have shut down Signature Bank (SBNY) in the country. 118 billion USD of the bank’s assets was seized by the country’s Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) this morning, making it the third largest bank failure in US history, right behind the Silicon Valley Bank and Washington Mutual bank failure.

In a joint statement by the US Treasury, Federal Reserve, and FDIC, New York-based Signature Bank was closed due to systemic risks in the current economic climate. The bank is the 3rd US bank to be shut down this week, after the Silvergate and Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse.

Investors and the general US public sentiment on the bank shut downs this week are very concerning, as Etsy sellers were receiving notices of delay of their payments, and US companies such as Roku and Silicon Valley tech startups were concerned about employee payrolls due to the unavailability of cash due to the collapse of the banks.

However, the joint statement announced that US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has approved exceptions to both Signature Bank (SBNY) and Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) today that allow the banks’ depositors to receive more than the 250,000 USD insured amount promised by FDIC on Monday.

The statement announces that depositors will have access to all of their money, including the uninsured amounts above the 250k limit, starting Monday, March 13 in the country. It was also highlighted that no losses associated with the resolution of Silicon Valley Bank will be borne by US taxpayers’ money.

It should be noted that the banks’ shareholders and certain unsecured debtholders will not be protected. Senior management of both banks has also been removed. Any losses to the Deposit Insurance Fund to support uninsured depositors will be recovered by a special assessment on banks, as required by US federal law.

On a closing note, the US government has announced that “the U.S. banking system remains resilient and on a solid foundation, in large part due to reforms that were made after the financial crisis that ensured better safeguards for the banking industry.”

Signature Bank (SBNY) ranks 3rd in the list of largest US bank failures in history with $118 billion USD in assets at the time of failure in 2023, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) ranks 2nd with $209 billion in assets in 2023, and Washington Mutual ranks 1st with $307 billion in assets in 2008.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5’s Primary Camera Will Reportedly Remain Unchanged

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Anurag

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Mar 12, 2023

Samsung’s Galaxy Z series remains at the forefront of the expanding market for foldable smartphones. Last year’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 garnered a significant number of buyers due to its robust construction and camera capabilities. Samsung is expected to enhance the build quality even further with its upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5. However, a tipster has suggested that the new foldable phone may not feature any upgrades to its primary camera, which may remain the same as its predecessor.

According to Ice Universe, a reputed Samsung tipster, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will continue to have the same primary camera as the Z Fold 4 because it is “impossible to use HP2” on it. For the unaware, HP2 is Samsung’s 200MP ISOCELL HP2 sensor, which has been seen on the brand’s latest and greatest Galaxy S23 Ultra.

We are not sure why it’s “impossible” to use this new sensor on the Z Fold 5. Could it be due to the size and thickness of the sensor module? Maybe the mechanism for folding and unfolding the device poses some technical challenges. The cost of the HP2 200MP camera sensor could also be a factor in Samsung’s decision not to use it.

The Galaxy Z Fold 4 was fitted with Samsung’s ISOCELL GN3 sensor, boasting a 50-megapixel resolution, an f/1.8 aperture, and a 1.0-micron pixel size. The sensor is equipped with advanced features like Dual Pixel PDAF (Phase Detection Auto Focus) and OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) that enhance the image quality and stabilize the shots.

The 200MP H2 sensor in question made its debut in the Galaxy S23 Ultra. It is equipped with impressive features such as an f/1.7 aperture, 0.6-micron pixels, Quad Phase Detection Autofocus for better low-light performance, Dual Vertical Transfer Gate technology for enhanced color accuracy and reduced overexposure, and OIS.

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HP Star Book 15 With Ryzen 7000 Processor and Thin, Light Design Launched in China

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 12, 2023

HP has launched the Star Book 15 thin and ultra-light notebook in China. The new HP notebook is equipped with the Ryzen 7000 series processor and will be available in two configurations, namely Zen 2 and Zen 3 architectures.

The HP Star Book 15 has a 15-inch display with a lightweight 1.6kg weight and 18.6mm thickness. The Zen 2 architecture version (model RS-7520U) comes with 4 cores and 8 threads. It also has 16GB LPDDR5 5500 memory and 512GB SSD. It has a composite material shell and is the least-priced model among the duo. The R5-7730U version of the Star Book 15 comes with 8 cores and 16 threads. It offers 16GB DDR4 3200 memory and 512GB. It has a side metal casing design.

Both models are equipped with dual memory slots, a 720P camera, a numeric keypad, Wi-Fi 6.0, dual array mics, and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. There are dual USB-A, HDMI, and USB-C interfaces and a 3.5mm audio jack on the notebook. The 15-inch display of the new HP notebook has a 1080p resolution and supports DC dimming. The battery of the notebook can last up to 10 hours, which assures extended use of the device without a mains power supply.

The HP Star Book 15 is priced in China starting at 3,499 (~$507) for the lower model. The higher R5-7730U version of the gadget is priced at 3,899 yuan (~$565). The HP Star Book 15 can be purchased from retail platforms in China like Jingdong.

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Dimensity 9200+ to Launch Soon as MediaTek’s Most Powerful Chipset Ever

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Anurag

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Mar 12, 2023

MediaTek launched the Dimensity 9200 earlier this year as its highest-end SoC and managed to get it into some of the most premium phones launched by Vivo this year. Now, rumors are rife that the semiconductor company is planning to release an updated version of the processor. The new processor is said to be called the Dimensity 9200+ and is expected to be the most powerful 5G chipset from MediaTek this year.

Reputed Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station says Dimensity 9200+ is on the way. It is not difficult to assume from the naming that chipset is an upscaled version of Dimensity 9200, and will likely have an increased CPU frequency. The current Dimensity 9200 has an octa-core architecture with one fast Cortex-X2 core clocked at up to 3 GHz frequency, three A710 cores with up to 2.85 GHz, and four power-efficiency cores (Cortex-A510) with up to 1.8 GHz frequency. It uses Immortalis-G715 GPU.

Based on this, we can assume the Dimensity 9200+ will also be designed with a 1+3+4 architecture, and the main frequency of the super-large core will exceed 3.05GHz. It will likely be manufactured by TSMC on its second-generation 4nm process.

The AnTuTu score of Dimensity 9200 exceeded 1.2 million points, so we won’t be surprised to see the Dimensity 9200+ go above 1.3 million points. It is expected to rival Qualcomm’s second-generation Snapdragon 8 mobile platform, which has managed to achieve an impressive AnTuTu running score of over 1.3 million.

The commercial release of the Dimensity 9200+ chip is anticipated to take place in the latter half of this year. Reports suggest that three popular brands – OPPO, Vivo, and Xiaomi – are considering using the chip in their upcoming devices.

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FiiO BTR7 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Amplifier Android Version Unveiled in China

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 12, 2023

FiiO has unveiled the white Android version of the BTR7 portable headphone amplifier in China. The new model comes after the release of the BTR7 portable wireless amplifier in 2022. The new wireless headphone amplifier adopts the aluminum alloy electrophoresis technology. It can withstand pencil hardness above 3H and can effectively prevent corrosion.

FiiO BTR7 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Amplifier

The FiiO white wireless Bluetooth headphone amplifier can remain firm when used for a more comfortable performance. The new BTR7 adopts a complete audio architecture at par with Hi-Fi standards. It also features a DAC+low-pass filter in addition to its amp driver. This guarantees a high-quality audio output in terms of details and dynamics. The DAC uses two units of the ESS ES9219C to help eliminate channel crosstalk and improve separation. The amp part uses THX AAA amp technology to form a fully balanced amp drive.

The power output from the BTR7 white version is almost double that of a single-ended DAC direct push. FiiO claims that the balanced output power of the model increases by more than 30%. The BTR7 is equipped with the Qualcomm QCC5124 Bluetooth chip that supports LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive high-definition Bluetooth encoding as well as conventional Bluetooth encoding. The amplifier uses the XMOS XU208 for USB decoding and can support a USB 1.0 free drive. Up to 16 times, expansion can be achieved when the model is used in conjunction with playback software.

The BTR7 wireless portable Bluetooth headphone amplifier is the first Bluetooth decoder amplifier that features wireless charging. It is compatible with the Qi wireless charging protocol. It has a built-in 880mAh battery that can last up to 9 hours on a full charge. The FiiO BTR7 portable wireless Bluetooth headphone amplifier white version currently retails in China at 1,349 yuan (~$195). It can be purchased from retail platforms like Jingdong.

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