Spotify’s Redesigned Homescreen Looks Like TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Combined

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Mar 9, 2023

Spotify has announced a redesigned homescreen that aims to help users discover new content, including video podcasts and other forms of audio. The update features a feed that is more image-heavy and vertical-scrolling, which resembles the layout of social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. The redesign comes as Spotify seeks to position itself as more than just a music app, with CEO Daniel Ek hoping to attract over 50 million “audio creators” to the platform. Spotify has invested heavily in podcasts, audiobooks, and live audio in recent years, and the redesign reflects the company’s broader ambitions.

The homescreen update will showcase autoplaying video podcasts and large photos, providing more information about playlists and podcasts. The app’s top section will still feature album and playlist covers, but users can now tap on “Music” or “Podcasts & Shows” to access a vertically scrolling feed that resembles Instagram Stories, TikTok or YouTube Shorts. The new feature allows users to quickly preview songs and playlists without diving in fully, with each item autoplaying to provide a sense of what it is. The redesign also emphasizes getting users into new things, offering them more opportunities to discover new content.

Spotify’s new design reflects the company’s desire to be the leading audio platform, and the new personalized AI is another example of this ambition. The Smart Shuffle feature, which temporarily adds tracks to existing playlists, is designed to improve the “just for you playlist” idea that Spotify has been working on for years. Additionally, DJ, an AI that spins records and hosts personalized radio shows, is another step in Spotify’s quest to become the preferred audio platform.

Spotify’s redesign shows the company’s determination to be more than just a music app. The update aims to make the app more navigable and provide more opportunities for users to discover new content, including video podcasts and other forms of audio. The design reflects the company’s broader ambitions and desire to be at the forefront of music streaming, providing users with more personalized AI features to enhance their experience.

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Oppo Find X6 Series Launch Near as Mass Production Reportedly Begins

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Mar 8, 2023

Oppo is gearing up to launch its next premium flagship series, dubbed Find X6. The lineup has been leaking a lot recently and we already know most of its specifications. While there’s no official confirmation about the Find X6 series’ launch date, reports hint at a March 21 event. It makes sense since the Find X6 and Find X6 Pro are now reported to have entered the mass production stage. Here are the details.

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, Oppo Find X6 and Find X6 Pro phones are now being mass-produced, hinting at an imminent launch. The tipster says the vanilla Find X6 uses a Dimensity 9200 chipset and a combination of Sony IMX890 + Samsung JN1 + Sony IMX890 camera sensors on the rear. The OPPO Find X6 Pro, on the contrary, features the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood and gets Sony IMX989 + IMX890+ IMX890 solution for photography.

The OPPO Find X6 standard version is said to be equipped with a 4800mAh battery with 80W fast charging and an IP54 rating. The Pro version could have a larger 5000mAh battery and support 100W fast charging. It may also feature wireless charging as well as an IP68 rating. The Pro model could get LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage while the vanilla one may have to settle with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

Both devices in the Oppo Find X6 series are said to have a fingerprint scanner, an X-Axis linear motor, an IR Blaster, NFC, and Hasselblad cameras. Additionally, they both could feature 50MP triple rear cameras and a 32MP Sony IMX709 front-facing camera. The two smartphones may launch on March 21 but there’s no official confirmation as of now.

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Get $100 OFF on VIVO X90 Pro Plus Flagship Phone (Coupon)

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Joane

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Mar 8, 2023

Great news for Vivo fans. Giztop is giving a $100 Discount Coupon for VIVO X90 Pro Plus. The flagship phone which generally retails for $1099 can be now bought for $999 using the coupon code: VX9100. Please note that the coupon expires on March 20.

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VIVO X90 Pro Plus at $999 @Giztop

Vivo X90 Pro Plus phone features a 6.78-inch FHD+ E5 AMOLED display and a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) chipset and comes with Adreno 740 GPU. The phone features multiple memory options viz. 12GB RAM and 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.0 internal storage.

Vivo X90 Pro Plus features Quad rear cameras, with premium Zeiss optics and Zeiss T* lens coating. The phone comes with a 50MP main camera, 64MP periscope telephoto lens, 50MP telephoto lens, and a 48MP ultrawide sensor. For your selfies, you have a 32MP camera in the front. Fueled with a 4700mAh battery the phone supports 80W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and reverse charging.

Vivo X90 Pro Plus is now available for a discounted price of $999 only on Giztop. The phone comes in two color options viz. Black, and Red. Please note that this price is applicable to the base variant only.

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OnePlus Ace 2V is available for Pre-Order on Giztop

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Joane

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Mar 8, 2023

OnePlus Ace 2V the latest budget phone from OnePlus is now available for pre-order at Giztop. The phone which comes in black and green color variants can be pre-ordered for a starting price of $399 only. Please note that this is pre-order and actual shipping will start after March 16.

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OnePlus Ace 2V at $399 @Giztop

OnePlus Ace 2V smartphone comes with a 6.74 inches2.4D AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Octa-core chipset and comes in multiple memory variants viz. 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB / 512GB storage options.

The phone features a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP main camera and 8MP + 2MP secondary sensors. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. Fueled with a 5000mAh battery it comes with 80W Super Warp charging which is TÜV Rheinland certified for safe fast charging.

OnePus Ace 2V comes with Hyperboost Game Frame Stabilization Engine that reduces frame drops and screen jitters during long gaming sessions. Other interesting features include an in-screen fingerprint sensor, Android 13 OS-based Color OS 13, etc.

You can now pre-order OnePlus Ace 2V for $399 only on Giztop. Please note that this price is applicable to the base variant only.

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Philips EVNIA Series 34M2C8600 OLED Monitors Launched in China Priced at 7,999 Yuan ($1,151)

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Mar 8, 2023

Philips has unveiled a new line of OLED monitors in the Chinese market. The EVNIA series 34M2C8600 monitors feature a 34-inch QD OLED panel with 1800R curvature. The panel offers a display resolution of 3440 x 1440 pixels, 175Hz refresh rate, 0.1ms grayscale response time, and a peak brightness of 1,000 nits.

The Philips EVNIA series 34-inch monitors have a native 10-bit color depth, a contrast ratio of `1 million: 1, and 99.3% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage. The monitor has DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, and full-featured USB-C ports for connections. The USB-C interface can deliver 90W reverse power charging for devices. The massive 90W reverse power available from the monitor means that you can quickly charge an array of devices while working. The connectivity options also mean that you can connect a variety of input devices and enjoy crisp and smooth video output.

The new Philips OLED monitor offers a two-speaker system both with 5W outputs. It offers surround–type ambient lighting for an enhanced experience. The curved screen of the monitor gives it an aesthetic appeal and its other decent features are also a plus.

The Philips EVNIA series OLED monitors are now on sale in China starting at 7,999 yuan (~$1,151). There are no indications yet on the global availability and pricing of the new Philips monitors. However, we expect the product to subsequently launch in selected overseas markets.

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Samsung Introduces Flavorful Wireless Keyboard Mouse Combo With Mint Chocolate Paintjob

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Mar 8, 2023

Samsung has unleashed a delectable treat for mint chocolate ice cream enthusiasts with their latest offering, the Wireless Keyboard Mouse Mint Choco (SRP-9500MC). Boasting a charming design that showcases mint color adorned with chocolate chips, this device is sure to satisfy your cravings for both aesthetics and functionality.

Featuring a complete set of keys, including a function row, cursor keys, and a navigation cluster, as well as a numpad, this keyboard has everything you need for a seamless typing experience. With dedicated quick keys for calculator, media control, audio, and a home button, navigating through your computer has never been easier.

Weighing in at a mere 462 grams (1.02 pounds) and measuring 436 x 125 x 23 mm, this keyboard is lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry around. Its chiclet keyboard design, with a scissor-switch mechanism, provides a laptop-style feel with soft-touch and low-noise keys.

The mouse, with its ambidextrous design, is also lightweight and compact, weighing only 49 grams (0.11 pounds) and measuring 108 x 60 x 26 mm. Equipped with a high-performance optical sensor and three sensitivity levels (800 / 1200 / 1600 DPI), this mouse ensures precision and accuracy in all your movements.

Utilizing wireless 2.4GHz technology, this mouse is highly responsive, albeit requiring a dongle and having slightly poorer battery life than its Bluetooth counterparts. Samsung’s promise of wear-resistant coating over the character and chocolate chip printing ensures that your device stays looking fresh and vibrant for a long time to come.

It seems that Samsung’s Wireless Keyboard Mouse Mint Choco (SRP-9500MC) may be a local delicacy, as the product is currently only listed in their home country of Korea. Unfortunately, we have no information regarding the pricing or availability of this combo.

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Wyze Wireless Gaming Headset With 50mm Drivers, Ultra-low Latency, and 20hr Battery Life Unveiled

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 8, 2023

Wyze has entered the gaming headset market with the release of the Wyze Wireless Gaming Headset. The headset is equipped with 50mm drivers and offers ultra-low latency sufficient for an excellent gaming experience. The Wyze Wireless Gaming Headset is the company’s first gaming headset but it has a collection of wireless audio headsets already.

The Wyze Wireless Gaming Headset has Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity but also features a 2.4GHz dongle for high-octane gaming seamlessly. The 50mm drivers of the gaming headset assures a high-fidelity audio output and they come with an affordable price tag. The new Wyze gaming headset has a decent design outlook and comes with a detachable boom microphone. It also has a second mic built into the headset directly. The gaming headset has memory foam ear pads and is compatible with Android, iOS, Windows, and MacOS platforms.

The Wyze Wireless Gaming Headset supports connection to popular gaming consoles like PlayStation and Nintendo. The Wyze gaming headset is a perfect gadget for quick sessions, impromptu work, or gaming sessions. It has a 600mAh battery that lasts up to 20 hours, while the device can be charged fully within 3 hours via USB-C. The 20-hour battery life for the headset enables almost all-day use.

The gaming headset is also a comfortable device to use even for extended periods. The headset however does not feature noise cancellation.

The new Wyze wireless gaming headset is being offered at a very affordable price. The gadget is currently retailing for $60. The gadget can be purchased directly from the Wyze website.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 External Display Size Confirmed

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Mar 8, 2023

When it comes to mobile devices, Samsung has always been at the forefront of innovation, and its newest product, the Galaxy Z Fold 5, is no exception. For a long time, the brand has dominated the foldable smartphone market. But, the recent release of the Honor Magic Vs fold provided strong competition to Samsung. Nevertheless, the next Galaxy Z Fold5’s exterior display size has been leaked online.

Fans of Samsung who are awaiting the next generation of foldable smartphones may be in for a surprise. According to Ice Universe, a renowned leaker, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will have the same 6.2-inch external display as the Galaxy Z Fold 4. This information was posted on Twitter by Ice Universe. He did not provide any other details or evidence to back up his assertion, but he has a history of revealing accurate information about Samsung products.

Unfortunately, I can confirm that the Galaxy Z Fold5 external screen is still 6.2 "😕 https://t.co/isu6Ylnhgi
— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) March 8, 2023

The Galaxy Z Fold 4 was released in August 2021 and garnered excellent feedback from both critics and users. It had a 6.2-inch cover screen and a 7.6-inch main screen, both with OLED displays and 120Hz refresh rates. It also had an under-display camera on the main screen, which added to the immersion and seamlessness of the experience. According to reports, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will be released in late 2023 or early 2024. The device’s pricing is unknown, although it could be comparable to or somewhat higher than the Galaxy Z Fold 4, which cost $1,799 at launch.

The news of the Galaxy Z Fold 5’s identical outer display size may disappoint some consumers who were looking for a larger or more edge-to-edge cover screen. Others, on the other hand, may applaud Samsung’s attempts to improve the durability and performance of its foldable gadget, which is still a fresh and creative technology.

Samsung isn’t the only business working on foldable phones. In recent years, competitors such as Huawei, Xiaomi, and Motorola have also developed or announced their own versions of foldable devices. Yet, Samsung’s Galaxy Z series continues to be the market leader in this class. It will be interesting to watch how long Samsung remains the market leader. That concludes the topic. Thanks a lot for reading the post till the end.

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UGREEN 100W Power Bank With 25,000mAh Capacity Launched in Europe

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 8, 2023

The UGREEN 100W power bank with a capacity of 25,000mAh has been unveiled in Europe. The new UGREEN power bank is signposted by its 100W PD 3.0 USB-C port. In all, the gadget has three ports and can output a maximum power of 145W.

The UGREEN 100W power bank has a 25,000mAh lithium-ion battery that can provide juice for an array of devices for an extended period. It is a portable gadget that can be used on the go. The PD 3.0 USB-C port of the UGREEN 100W can charge the current MacBook Pro 14-in model fully in about an hour.

The power bank can charge a MacBook Pro 14-in 1.3 times or a Galaxy S23 Ultra 3 times. You can also use the power bank to charge an iPhone 14 about 5.6 times. The second USB-C PD 3.0 port can deliver up to 45W charging even when both ports are in use. The third port of the UGREEN 100W power bank has an 18W QC 3.0 USB-A output.

The power bank has a LED screen on its side that shows the battery status. The device can be recharged through any of its dual USB-C ports. It weighs 621g and measures 6.3 x 3.1 x 10.2 inches. The UGREEN 100W power bank is available in parts of the EU including the Netherlands and Germany. The gadget currently costs €149.99 (~$158) and can be purchased via Amazon in those countries.

The UGREEN 100W power bank will become available in the US and UK shortly. There are no pricing details yet for the product in markets where it is yet to launch.

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Meizu 20 Pro Stars in Real-life Images With Flat Sides and Galaxy S23-Like Camera Module

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Mar 8, 2023

Meizu hasn’t released any new smartphones recently but that should be changing this month as the brand is gearing up to launch its latest flagship series— Meizu 20. The lineup, which is expected to include the Meizu 20 and 20 Pro, has been in the news for some time now and the brand has also started teasing it. And today, a tipster has shared live images of the Pro model, showcasing its design. Let’s have a look.

Tipster @爱范儿 has shared real-life images of the upcoming Meizu 20 Pro. The handset has apparently been pictured in the hands of a Meizu executive. As can be seen in the images, the smartphone adopts a right-angle frame design with flat sides and display. The rear panel is also flat, featuring 4 rings. Out of the 4, 3 rings house the cameras and the other one features the flash.

According to recent teasers, Meizu 20 Pro is equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, paired with LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 storage. The handset features a 2K+ Samsung E6 AMOLED panel with a peak brightness of 1800nits. It also uses a self-developed 1-120 frame LTPO adaptive refresh technology. It will pack a built-in 5000mAh battery, rated to last 12.3 hours of usage.

The smartphone will also support 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. It is claimed to take only 30 minutes to charge wirelessly to 80%. It is said to be equipped with a 50MP 1/1.56-inch outsole main sensor, which supports a new generation of SMA optical image stabilization and DarkVision 2.0 for night photography. While the launch date of the handset is yet to be known, it is expected to debut later this month.

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Huawei Zhixuan Dalun Smart Desk Lamp 3i With Harmony OS Connect Support Launched in China

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 8, 2023

The Huawei Zhixuan Dalen Smart Desk Lamp 3i has been unveiled in China. The new smart lamp is the culmination of the partnership between Huawei Zhixuan and Dalen. It comes with upgraded optical quality from previous models and has the National AA standard. The smart interaction of the lamp has also been upgraded from Huawei HiLink to HarmonyOS Connect.

The Dalen Smart Desk Lamp 3i comes with an improved lighting architecture from its previous iterations. The number of lamp beads was increased to 78 with the improved quality of the beads themselves. This has enabled the gadget to have a more uniform illumination to achieve the National AA standard. The lamp can easily illuminate a large desk with near-perfect color rendering. The professionally-adjusted vibrant color temperature is well suited for concentrated reading and writing, even for extended periods.

The smart desk lamp has a three-dimensional light night light design. The sleep time of the gadget can be customized via your mobile phone. The night light is activated separately and it comes with a faint, warm, yellow glow that is soft and not dazzling. This enables your sleep not to be seriously affected even when you wake up in the night.

The Huawei Zhixuan Dalen Smart Desk Lamp 3i has a lifetime of up to 50,000 hours. This is quite impressive, as the gadget can serve you for up to 10 years on an average daily usage of 12 hours. The touch-and-touch function of the lamp enables the user to seamlessly control the gadget. The light source has several modes including reading and writing, screen reading, and sleepless dimming. The Dalen Smart Lamp 3i is also compatible with the Huawei Xiaoyi voice assistant to adjust the lighting.

Hauwei Zhixuan Dalen Smart Desk Lamp 3iHauwei Zhixuan Dalen Smart Desk Lamp 3i

The Huawei Zhixuan Dalen Smart Desk Lamp 3i is being retailed at a launch price of 119 yuan (~$17). The product will revert to its original price of 129 yuan (~$19) after the launch period. There are no details at this time about the availability of the product in other markets. The Smart Desk Lamp can be purchased from retail platforms like Jingdong.

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Tesla’s Next Gen Mini EV will be Autonomous says Musk

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Joane

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Mar 8, 2023

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla made a recent announcement regarding the next-generation small EV that the company was working on. Musk said that the next-gen budget car will generally operate in autonomous mode and there was a clear path to make and deliver a car that cost half as much as the Tesla Model 3 Sedan.

Musk did not give any more details fo the vehicle. However, this is not the first time that Musk promised to deliver a budget EV. In 2020, Tesla announced that it was planning to make a small-budget car that would be fully autonomous and cost less than $25,000. The company promised to deliver the car within three years by 2023.

The low-end budget car which is unofficially referred to as Tesla Model 2 will be smaller and cheaper than Tesla Model 3 which at around $42,990 is the cheapest EV offered by the company. Experts speculate that Model 2 will come with a 25% smaller battery and 15% smaller body as compared to Model 3. It will also be 30% lighter than Model 3.

Since its inception, Tesla customers and fans have lamented about the need for a budget EV from the company. The cheapest vehicle is the Model 3 Sedan which costs around $43,000. While there was a time when you could buy the base variant of Model 3 for $35,000, today the base model is priced at $43,000. However, Tesla claims that the net cost after tax credits and gas savings for the Model 3 base variant in California comes to around $29,000 and the Model 3 base variant is already offered at a competitive price and is cheaper than the famous Toyota Corolla.

The company is planning to launch its budget car for less than $30,000. Tesla has always run its business on the philosophy of making them better and cheaper at the same time. The company is essentially trying to convert a car into a computer and use advanced technology, to not only improve the performance of the vehicle but also make it cost-effective. Though the company has not always achieved this goal, with the Model 2 budget EV it plans to launch a smaller, cheaper, and better car than before.

Meizu to Launch Its First Foldable Smartphone by Late 2023

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Mar 8, 2023

Foldable smartphones have been making waves in the tech industry over the past few years, with several major brands launching their own models. Recently, OnePlus announced its plan to launch a folding screen device later this year. And today, it has been reported Meizu, a Chinese electronics company, is the latest to join the trend, announcing it wants to release its first foldable smartphone by the end of 2023.

Meizu’s Executive Vice President, Huang Zhipan, has reportedly announced that the company will be releasing its first foldable smartphone by the end of 2023. While no further details about the product have been disclosed, the introduction of a foldable smartphone to Meizu’s product line is expected to offer consumers more diverse options to choose from.

Meizu has primarily focused on producing smartphones and portable accessories in the past, but the brand’s smartphone business has been relatively quiet recently. The company’s last major smartphone release, the Meizu 18, was introduced in 2021. However, Meizu is now preparing to launch a new flagship series, known as the Meizu 20.

Meizu 20 lineup should include two smartphones— Meizu 20 and Meizu 20 Pro. It has been reported that the Pro models will arrive with a 10-bit Samsung E6 LTPO AMOLED display that will offer 1440p resolution and 120hz refresh rate. It could feature a 50MP primary camera with OIS, and be fueled by a 5,000 mAh battery with support for 50W wireless and 80W wired charging.

Additionally, the Meizu 20 Pro has been also spotted on AnTuTu with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, Android 13, 12GB RAM, and 512GB storage. Currently, the launch date of the new series has not been revealed. The lineup could arrive in Spring this year.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Can Be Seen Inside Fortnite

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Mar 8, 2023

Samsung Electronics recently announced a collaboration with Fortnite, which involves the inclusion of a new in-game map dedicated to the company and its products. The new map introduces the Galaxy S23 series to the metaverse, along with new activities and gameplay-altering characteristics. As part of the collaboration, Samsung Island in Fortnite has been revamped to include a virtual showroom showing the company’s latest products, such as the popular Odyssey line of displays and the Galaxy S23 series.

This is a big step forward in the world of gaming and marketing since it allows Samsung to promote its products to a massive audience via one of the world’s most popular games. Gamers that use Samsung smartphones also get unique access to content that other players do not have, making this a win-win situation for both companies and players.

samsung galaxy s23 fortnite — Image credit – SamMobile

Fortnite users can enter the code 8526-6648-9508 to gain access to the Samsung Island, or Samsung SmartCity, in the game. Once on the virtual island, guests can interact with Samsung in-game devices and play the interactive hide-and-seek game Fun Game Quest. Each round, players must search the game globe for hidden Galaxy S23 smartphones and keep them until the round concludes.

Players can also upgrade their characteristics on the Fortnite map. They can unlock new zoom functions that allow them to see over large distances, or they can discover the hidden Nightography button, which grants them the power to see in the dark. And the Knox button adds an extra degree of security for the player.

So that was all we had to cover up regarding the inclusion of Samsung products in the Fortnite game. What are your thoughts on this? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below.

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Xiaomi’s New Patent Can Detect Lies Through Pupil Movement

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Anurag

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Mar 8, 2023

You might be aware that Polygraphs are used to detect if someone’s lying, the technology was invented in 1921 and has been the standard for deception detection ever since. However, Xiaomi’s new patent suggests it is planning to develop a more efficient lie detector device that utilizes pupil movements to detect when someone is not telling the truth. Here are the details.

As reported by ITHome, Xiaomi has been granted a patent for their “polygraph method, device, mobile terminal, and storage medium,” which gives the company intellectual property rights to the technology or method. The abstract of the patent describes the method designed for use on a mobile terminal. It involves a telephoto pan-tilt camera, which will be used to capture facial images and track pupil movement during the lie-detection process.

The method involves adjusting the telephoto pan-tilt camera’s shooting angle to focus on the face of the person being tested. The camera captures an image of the person’s face and tracks the movement of their pupils. The device then analyzes the pupil movement trajectory and determines if it meets a specific condition that indicates lying. The patent describes how the device can be integrated into a mobile terminal (such as a smartphone) and enable a simple and effective lie detection function that can improve the user’s experience with the device.

For the unaware, movements of the eyes and dilation of pupils can effectively be used to detect whether someone’s lying. According to a study, when a person lies, their pupils will dilate by 4% to 8% of the initial pupil diameter, and the person will also blink their eyes up to 8 times more than their initial blink rate before being asked the question. These physiological responses are potential indicators of lying.

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First 3D-Printed Rocket Set to Launch into Space (Really)

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Mar 8, 2023

3D printing technology has come a long way since it was first introduced. What was once used mainly for creating small figures and trinkets has now expanded into much larger applications. In an impressive demonstration of this technology’s capabilities, US-based aerospace start-up Relativity Space is preparing to launch the first-ever 3D-printed rocket into space. Here are the details…

Terran 1 rocket: the largest 3D-printed object to attempt orbital flight

A US aerospace start-up, Relativity Space, is preparing to launch the first-ever 3D-printed rocket into space on March 8. The Terran 1 rocket is set to be the largest 3D-printed object to attempt orbital flight, standing at 35 meters tall and made up of 85% 3D printed material. Compared to the cost of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, which can lift over 22,000 kilograms into orbit and costs around $67 million per flight, Relativity Space is charging $12 million per flight.

During the first test flight, the Terran 1 rocket will not carry any payload, and the rocket is designed to lift up to 1250 kilograms into low-Earth orbit. The company has decided to skip one last planned test of the rocket, a static fire, and go straight to launch. Although this decision increases the likelihood of an abort on their first launch attempt, the company believes that if all systems are performing as expected, it is more beneficial to launch during their next operation than to subject the vehicle to additional ground testing.

Relativity Space’s ultimate goal is to facilitate an industrial society on Mars, and while the Terran 1 is too small to make the journey, it is designed to bring small satellites into orbit. The rocket serves as a prototype for the company’s 66-meter-tall Terran R rocket, which is planned to be fully reusable, mostly 3D-printed, and able to carry up to 20,000 kilograms into orbit. In addition to launching larger satellites into orbit around Earth, the Terran R rocket will offer customers a point-to-point space freighter capable of missions between the Earth, Moon, and Mars.

According to the Relativity Space representative, Terran 1 is their development platform to get to Terran R, which they believe is the vehicle customers need to make significant advancements in space travel. The successful launch of the Terran 1 rocket is a crucial step towards Relativity Space’s ambition to facilitate an industrial society on Mars and demonstrates the potential of 3D printing technology to revolutionize space travel and make it more accessible and affordable.

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Reddit “Videofies” Platform with New TikTok-Inspired Video Feed

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Oğuz Çakır

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Mar 8, 2023

Reddit has announced a major change to its interface by launching a TikTok-style video feed. Along with that, it will be splitting text and video posts into separate feeds, so video content will appear in a “Watch” feed view while text content will be available in a “Read” feed. Here are the details…

Reddit’s new features include a TikTok-style video feed

The move is aimed at creating a feed that is dedicated solely to video content, which will make it easier for Reddit’s 500 million monthly users to engage in the format they’re most interested in and move between formats more seamlessly. Pali Bhat, Reddit’s chief product officer, said in an interview on Decoder that this change will help users engage with the platform more easily.

By creating separate feeds, Reddit is essentially “videofying” the platform, and this feature is a part of a larger effort to simplify the platform and make it more accessible to users. The company has acknowledged that many people find the platform complex and intimidating, with a complicated interface and distinct community norms and practices.

The new features will include a combination of posts from subreddits that users are subscribed to, along with recommendations. The company will test how users respond to the split views over the next few weeks. Reddit has also indicated that it may experiment with features like video reactions in the future. The company’s efforts to simplify and streamline the platform experience also include improvements to search functionality. In February, Reddit announced that users would be able to search for keywords within posts.

It will be interesting to see how Reddit users react to the new features, and whether it attracts new users to the platform. With video content becoming more and more popular on social media, this move could be a significant step for Reddit in staying relevant in an ever-evolving digital landscape. We’ll have to wait and see how these new features are received by the community.

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Realme C55 Confirmed To Launch Soon In Europe

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Viraj Gawde

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Mar 8, 2023

Realme launched the C55 smartphone in Indonesia yesterday. Now the company’s Europe CEO Francis Wong took to Twitter to confirm the smartphone’s arrival in Europe. However, the exact launch date remains a mystery. The European variant is expected to pack the same specifications as its Indonesian counterpart.

#realmeC55 launching soon in Europe. pic.twitter.com/pDtUrMk9S6
— Francis Wong (@FrancisRealme) March 7, 2023

The Realme C55 features a 6.52-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 680 nits peak brightness. It has a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout that works as an extension of the notification bar. It is called Mini Capsule and is quite similar to Apple’s Dynamic Island. It is capable of showing information like low battery alerts, charging status, data consumption, and more.

The Realme C55 has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. There are two camera rings on the back panel without any module. The smartphone has a 64MP primary sensor paired with a 2MP secondary lens and there is an 8MP front-facing selfie snapper.

Internally, the Realme C55 is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G88 processor. It is offered in 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations. The smartphone draws its power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 33W fast charging. It runs on Android 13 OS out of the box.

Connectivity options on the Realme C55 include a dedicated microSD card slot, USB-C port, 3.5mm jack, 4G, and NFC.

The Realme C55 starts at Rp 2,499,000 in Indonesia for the base variant. We can expect to learn the official launch date of the smartphone in the European markets in the coming days.

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Honor 80 GT with SD8 Gen 1+ Chip Now Comes in 512GB Variant

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 8, 2023

At the end of December, the Honor 80 GT made its debut in China. The smartphone was announced only in two memory configurations. Both variants have the same amount of storage (256GB) but their RAM size is different.

Now, two months later, the brand has released a 512GB storage version of the handset. This variant offers 12GB RAM.

The new 12GB + 512GB memory configuration of Honor 80 GT is priced at ¥3,299 (~$475). This version of the phone is already up for sale across multiple platforms in China.

On the other hand, the older 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 256GB currently retail at ¥2,999 (~$430) and ¥3,299 (~$475), respectively. They were introduced at ¥3,299 (~$475) and ¥3,599 (~$515).

As per Honor‘s online store, the ¥300 discount is a limited-time deal. Therefore, we think that the price of the latest 12GB + 51GB variant may also rise to ¥3,599 (~$515) later.

As you can see, both 16GB + 255GB and 12GB + 512GB versions cost the same. It is better to choose the model with more storage over the one with more RAM.

Unfortunately, this device is limited to China. It is not known whether it will be made available in global markets.

Some of the key highlights of this product include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 Chip, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, a 6.67-inch 10-bit 120Hz OLED display, a 54MP primary camera, a 4,800mAh battery, and 66W wired charging support.

Vivo X Flip Camera, Display, and Battery Details Leaked Ahead of Launch

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Soumyakanti

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Mar 8, 2023

Vivo is rumored to be working on a new flip phone, the Vivo X Flip, which is expected to be unveiled in China next month. The phone will be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, just like the Vivo X Fold+, and will come with 12GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The most exciting aspect of the phone, however, is its camera setup.

According to leaked details from reliable source Digital Chat Station, the Vivo X Flip will have a dual-camera island on its large cover display, which will be a 50MP Sony IMX866 main and a 12MP IMX663 ultra-wide. The rear cameras will bear the Zeiss branding, a feature that is shared with other Vivo flagship devices. There will also be an additional camera on the inside of the phone, though the resolution of this camera remains unknown.

In terms of the phone’s display, it will reportedly have a 6.8-inch FHD+ resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. The aspect ratio of the phone will be more slender than the Moto Razr 2022, but not as much as the Galaxy Z Flip4. It is expected to match the Oppo Find N2 Flip’s 6.8-inch 1,080 x 2,520px (21:9) display.

The Vivo X Flip is also rumored to have a fairly large 4,400mAh battery with support for 44W fast charging, making it one of the most powerful flip phones on the market. The phone will also come with a side-mounted fingerprint reader, which is likely to be built into the power button.

The Vivo X Flip is expected to be announced in China next month, with teasers possibly being released as early as next week. As the flip foldable competition is currently sparse, many people are excited about the phone’s release. The Vivo X Fold 2, which will come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, is also expected to be announced soon.

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