Huawei MatePad Paper Receives Update with Enhanced E-Reader and Note-Taking Capabilities

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Mar 7, 2023

Huawei has recently launched a new update for its MatePad Paper Ink Tablet, which includes an exciting e-reader app that has been developed in partnership with Palm Reading. This new app promises to provide users with the best e-book reading experience possible on the MatePad Paper tablet.

Apart from the e-reader app, the update also enhances the tablet’s note-taking feature significantly. This includes split-screen note-taking ability, making it easier for users to make changes to their notes by simply double-clicking the eraser to switch the stylus. Additionally, users can make handwritten annotations right on the PDF, and the update also introduces the ability to copy and paste across notes for enhanced convenience.

The update also introduces a new AI feature that categorizes folders and the e-book library, making it easier for users to find the e-books they want. Moreover, the e-note automatically switches between horizontal and vertical orientation depending on the way the e-note is being held and operated.

Furthermore, the e-reader app can now open e-books of up to 2 GB in size, and the search feature has been optimized to make searching for e-books more accurate and easier. Users can also jump to a particular page, and Huawei has ensured the overall stability of notes gets a boost with this update. The note sync status also gets shown, so users know how much has been synced and how much is still left. Moreover, users can customize the icons as well.

Although the update currently only applies to the MatePad Paper E Ink Tablet sold in mainland China, users worldwide can expect a wider rollout soon.

Huawei MatePad Paper Specifications

With a 10.3-inch E-Ink display, hexa-core processor, 4GB RAM, and 64GB internal storage, MatePad Paper E Ink Tablet is perfect for those who require both portability and performance. The MatePad Paper also features Wi-Fi 6 with 2 x 2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.2, OTG, Type-C, USB 2.0, wireless screen projection, and several sensors including a fingerprint sensor.

The tablet also has dual speakers, 4 microphones, and Huawei Histen 7.0 sound effect for an immersive audio experience. Powered by HarmonyOS 2.1, the MatePad Paper has a sleek design, measuring just 6.65mm in depth and weighing only 360g. The second-generation Huawei M-Pencil has 26ms latency and 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity, making it perfect for note-taking and drawing. The tablet also features a 3625mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging support, offering 8 hours of use with just 10 minutes of charging and up to 6 days of power with a full hour of charging.

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OnePlus Nord 2 Enters Android 13 Based OxygenOS 13 Open Beta Phase in India

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Mar 7, 2023

OnePlus is working hard on bringing all of its eligible devices up to spec with the latest Android version, and so, the brand has commenced the OxygenOS 13 Open Beta testing program of the OnePlus Nord 2. It is worth noting that the Nord 2 launched with Android 11 onboard, so Android 13 will be the second major software update for the smartphone.

OnePlus has made a formal announcement for the OnePlus Nord 2 OxygenOS 13 Open Beta program on their community forum. The company is inviting 5000 users of the OnePlus Nord 2 from India to participate in the Android 13 Open Beta program. Let’s examine the application process and changelog for the OnePlus Nord 2 OxygenOS 13 Open Beta update.

If you own a OnePlus Nord 2 with firmware version DN2101_11.C.12 or DN2101_11.C.13, you can apply for the OxygenOS 13 Open Beta program. To apply, go to Settings > About device > Tap “up to date” > Tap the icon on the top right > Beta program > Beta > Fill in your details > Apply Now. OnePlus is seeking 5000 users to participate in the program, so if you’re interested, apply by March 8th.

Changelog

Aquamorphic Design
• Adds Aquamorphic Design theme colors for enhanced visual comfort.
• Applies the Aquamorphic Design philosophy to animations to make them natural and vivid.
• Adds Shadow-Reflective Clock, with shadow simulating the orientation of the sun and moon.
• Adds a Home screen world clock widget to show the time in different time zones.
• Upgrades to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions.
• Optimizes UI layers for a clearer and neater visual experience.
• Applies real-world physical motions to animations to make them look more natural and intuitive.
• Adapts responsive layouts to accommodate different screen sizes to improve readability.
• Optimizes the widget design to make information easier and quicker to find.
• Optimizes fonts for better readability.
• Optimizes system icons by using the latest color scheme to make the icons easier to recognize.
• Enriches and optimizes illustrations for features by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements.

Efficiency
• Adds large folders to the Home screen. You can now open an app in an enlarged folder with just one tap and turn pages in the folder with a swipe.
• Adds media playback control, and optimizes the Quick Settings experience.
• Adds more markup tools for screenshot editing.
• Adds support for adding widgets to the Home screen, making information display more personalized.
• Adds Sidebar Toolbox. You can open a floating window inside apps for smooth operation.
• Optimizes Shelf. Swiping down on the Home screen will bring up Shelf by default. You can search content online and on your device.

Seamless interconnection
• Optimizes Screencast, with cast content automatically adapting to the target screen.
• Optimizes earphone connectivity to deliver a more seamless experience.

Personalization
• Optimizes Bitmoji to offer more Always-On Display animations.
• Optimizes Insight Always-On Display, with more personalized Always-On Display settings available.
• Optimizes Portrait Silhouette Always-On Display, with more drawing tools and line colors available.

Security & Privacy
• Adds an automatic pixelation feature for chat screenshots. The system can identify and automatically pixelate profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect your privacy.
• Adds regular clearing of clipboard data for privacy protection.
• Optimizes Private Safe. The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files for enhanced security of private files.

Health & Digital wellbeing
• Adds Eye comfort in Kid Space to protect children’s vision.

Performance optimization
• Adds Dynamic Computing Engine to improve the system speed, stability, battery life, and app experience.

Gaming experience
• Upgrades to HyperBoost GPA 4.0 to stabilize the frame rate and balance the performance and power consumption in key scenarios.

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OnePlus Launches 100W Dual Port Super Flash Charger in New Green Pine Color

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Mar 7, 2023

Earlier today (7th March 2023), OnePlus launched a number of new products like the Ace 2V smartphones and even the new Buds Pro 2 Lite truly wireless earbuds. But apart from these major announcements, the company also announced a couple of accessories. So let’s have a look.

Among the new announcements, the Chinese smartphone maker also launched the 100W Dual Port Super Flash Charger in a new color option. For those unaware, the accessory was first announced for the Chinese market back in January 2023. But now, the brand has released the new charger in a Green Pine color option. As the names suggests, it features a dual port charging design, with a USB Type C port that supports up to 100W SuperVOOC and 65W PD fast charging and a regular USB port for up to 100W SuperVOOC charging.

The new accessory can also charge up to two devices at the same time with both ports outputting 50W SuperVOOC charging or 50W SuperVOOC from the USB and 45W PD charging from the USB Type C port simultaneously. Thanks to its support for multiple mainstream charging protocol support, it can charge not just smartphones but even new laptops, tablets, smartwatches, earphones, and more. The OnePlus 100W Dual Port Flash Charger in new Green Pine color option has just been launched in China for a price tag of just 259 Yuan (roughly 37 US Dollars).

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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Lite Launched in China with Dynaudio & Dual Drivers

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Sean

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Mar 7, 2023

Just around a week ago, OnePlus had teased that it will be launching the new Buds Pro 2 Lite in its home market of China. Now, the company has officially unveiled its latest truly wireless earbuds models. So here are all the details.

For those unaware, the Buds Pro 2 Lite is basically a slightly cut down version of the Buds Pro 2. The earbuds was first introduced in India alongside the Buds Pro 2 and were dubbed the Buds Pro 2R in the overseas market. But in China, the hearables will sell as Buds Pro 2 Lite. Talking about its design, the earphones feature an identical aesthetic with a dual tone design. The earbuds also retain the glossy stem and a matte finish as well. Notably, the new earbuds are also being tuned by renowned German composer Hans Zimmer.

The only notable difference between the Buds Pro 2 and Buds Pro 2 Lite (apart from its pricing) was the lack of wireless charging and head tracking feature on the latter. Although, the Buds Pro 2 Lite still features Spatial audio for 3D audio effects. Other notable features include, dual driver setup with an 11mm and 6mm drivers, adaptive active noise cancellation up to 48dB, transparency mode, LHDC 5.0 audio codec, and 54ms low latency mode for gaming.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Lite features Bluetooth 5.2 and can last for up to 39 hours with the charging case. The earbuds alone offer up to 9 hours of battery life, which drops to 6 hours with ANC enabled. The Buds Pro 2 Lite will go on sale starting from 13th March 2023 for a price tag of 799 Yuan, although the pre-orders price is set at 749 Yuan. It will also be available in two color options, namely white and black.

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Haptics Org, Immersion, Files Lawsuits Against Xiaomi in India, France & Germany

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Anubhav

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Mar 7, 2023

Immersion Corporation is a well-known company that is innovating in the field of touch feedback technology (also known as haptics). By providing technology solutions for mobile, automotive, gaming, and consumer electronics, Immersion is accelerating and scaling haptic experiences to create immersive and realistic interactions that engage users’ sense of touch. Recently, Immersion announced that it has taken legal action against several companies of the Xiaomi-Group in Germany, France, and India.

The legal action pertains to infringing on their patents that cover various uses of haptic effects in connection with smartphones. The company has filed complaints against Xiaomi-Group companies and their agents in the Düsseldorf Regional Court in Germany, the Tribunal judiciaire de Paris (Paris First Instance Civil Court) in France, and the High Court of Delhi in India.

Eric Singer, CEO of Immersion, expressed his pride in the company’s almost 30-year history of inventing innovative haptic technologies that allow people to engage with products and experience the digital world around them. Haptics is a crucial aspect of creating an immersive user experience in smartphones, and Immersion’s intellectual property is relevant to many of the most important ways in which haptic technology is and can be deployed.

While Immersion is pleased to see that Xiaomi has embraced the value of haptics and adopted their technology in smartphones, the company is taking steps to protect its business against the infringement of its intellectual property, which it has invested heavily in over decades of its history.

The complaints against Xiaomi assert the infringement of various patents, including the German and French parts of EP 2 463 752 B1, titled “Haptisches Feedback-System mit gespeicherten Effekten” and “Système de rendu haptique avec stockage d’effets,” respectively, and IN 304 396 (India) titled “Haptic Feedback System With Stored Effects.”

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Nubia Z50 Ultra Launched with Notch-less 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 64MP Triple Cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 7, 2023

In December 2022, Nubia unveiled the Nubia Z50 with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset onboard. The device came equipped with other attractive features, including a marvellous curved-edge display, 64-megapixel dual cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery. The ZTE sub-brand has now unveiled the Nubia Z50 Ultra as its second Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered phone. Being an “Ultra” model, it offers enhanced specs over the Z50. The USP of the device is that it comes equipped with a notch-less AMOLED display with ultra-thin bezels.

Nubia Z50 Ultra specifications and features

The Nubia Z50 Ultra measures 163.9 x 76.3 x 8.3mm and weighs 228 grams. It houses a 6.8-inch OLED display, which offers a full experience as there is no notch or punch-hole on it. The screen offers a Full HD+ resolution of 2480 x 1116 pixels, a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 960Hz, a 1440Hz PWM dimming, a peak brightness of 1500 nits, 10-bit colors, and a 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut.

The Z50 Ultra is equipped with a custom-made 16-megapixel OmniVision OV16E1Q under-display camera with a 2.24μm super large pixel size. The company said that the light transmittance has increased by 30 precent. This allows the Z50 Ultra to capture better selfie shots than before. In addition, the AI super-sensing engine and image super-transparency enhancement technology assist in increasing screen transparency by 50 percent for video calls.

Moving to the rear camera department, it features a 35mm 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 main camera with OIS support, an 85mm 64-megapixel periscope zoom camera with OIS support, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, which doubles up as a macro camera. The rear cameras are assisted by a ring LED flash and multi-channel spectral sensors.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset is present under the hood of the Nubia Z50 Ultra. It comes with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support. In addition, the device offers other features, including a 4212mm2 large vapor chamber liquid cooling system, a dual SIM card slot, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, an IR blaster, an X-axis linear motor, and a USB-C port.

The device comes preloaded with MyOS 13-based on Android 13 OS, which has only eight apps that cannot be uninstalled. Lastly, it is the first Z-series phone from Nubia to feature a physical slider, which can be used to mute alerts, take photos, and turn on/off gaming mode.

Nubia Z50 Ultra price, availability

The Nubia Z50 Ultra has arrived in multiple variants in China such as:

8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 3,999 Yuan (~$577)
12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 4,299 Yuan (~$620)
12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage – 4,699 Yuan (~$678)
16 GB RAM + 1 TB storage – 5,999 Yuan (~$866)

The special Nubia Z50 Ultra Starry Night Collector’s Edition, which comes with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, is priced at 4,999 Yuan (~$721). It comes in blue, and the design of the special edition phone is inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s “Starry Night.” The regular Z50 Ultra comes in black and grey colours.

All the variants of the Z50 Ultra are available for pre-order in China starting today. Its first sale will start at 10 am (local time) on March 14.

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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Leak Reveals Thin Bezels Around the Display

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Mar 7, 2023

Apple is still months away from launching its next generation of iPhones. However, prior to any official announcement, a new leak has revealed the front glass panel for the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro. So let’s have a look.

A pair of new video are being shared on popular Chinese social media platform like Bilibili and Douyin. These devices showcase the front glass panels for the iPhone 15 Pro models. A previous rumor had hinted at the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max model featuring thinner bezels around the display over its predecessors. And now, these leaked videos also showcase a similar design change.

On the other hand, it appears that the base iPhone 15 and the new iPhone 15 Plus bezels will not see any changes. Although, the bezels on all four models are expected to get slightly curved around the edges, which is more reminiscent to the older iPhone 11 series. Furthermore, the videos show that the Dynamic Island feature will now be included on all four models and not just the higher end Pro models in the series.

According to ShrimpApplePro, the front glass panels on in the leaked videos are actual authentic parts for the iPhone 15 series. So, we can expect to see thinner bezels around the display, which could have the screen appear more similar to the Apple Watch Series 7 and Watch Series 8 in terms of display. Other notable changes in the iPhone 15 Pro models include, solid state buttons and a new titanium frame over stainless steel.

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Realme C55 launched with Helio G88 SoC, FHD+ 90Hz Display & Mini Capsule Notification

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 7, 2023

After multiple teasers and leaks, the Realme C55 has finally made its debut. The device launched in Indonesia earlier today and is expected to come to other global markets soon. Let’s take a look at its design, features, and pricing.

Realme C55 features & specs

Talking about the design, the Realme C55 looks similar to the Realme 10 4G with some alterations. First, two separate camera islands are a bit bigger in size and the front has a centered punch hole for the front camera. The device has flat edges made out of metal, and the power button incorporates a fingerprint scanner.

The bottom of the device has a USB Type-C port, a speaker grille, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The display measures 6.52-inch and it is an IPS LCD panel with Full HD+ resolution, 680 nits peak brightness, and a 90Hz refresh rate. Overall, the bezels are quite thin for the price range.

Under the hood, the smartphone features an octa-core MediaTek Helio G88 processor and 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM, ensuring smooth and efficient performance. The chipset is paired with up to 256GB of emmc 5.1 storage and 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM. The smartphone also offers a dedicated micro-SD card slot for storage expansion.

The Realme C55 also features an impressive dual-rear camera setup, with a 64MP primary shooter and a 2MP auxiliary sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP camera for capturing stunning selfies and making crystal-clear video calls. Running on Realme UI 4.0 based on the latest Android 13, this smartphone promises to offer a seamless user experience. Realme has also included the Mini Capsule with this device. This is essentially an extension of the notification bar and is quite similar to Apple’s dynamic island.

Powering the Realme C55 is a robust 5000mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support, providing long hours of uninterrupted usage. Other noteworthy features include a dedicated micro-SD card slot, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB 2.0 Type-C port for charging.

Measuring just 7.89mm in thickness, the Realme C55 is sleek and compact, making it easy to carry around. It is available in two color options – Rainy Night and Sun Shower.

Pricing & availability

Realme is offering two configuration options for the Realme C55 – one with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and another with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The 6GB + 128GB version of the Realme C55 is priced at Rp 2,499,000 (~$163), while the 8GB + 256GB version will cost Rp 2,999,000 (~195). Starting March 8, the Realme C55 will be available for purchase in Indonesia.

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OnePlus Ace 2V Launched: Dimensity 9000 SoC, Metal Frame, Alert Slider, and More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 7, 2023

After teasing for days, OnePlus has finally launched the OnePlus Ace 2V in China. Though the device is touted as a toned-down variant of the regular OnePlus Ace 2, it does not look like one.

That’s because the Ace 2V features a different design. However, its specs make it belong to the same family as the Ace 2.

Most importantly, It is the first Ace V series smartphone from OnePlus. At present, it is not known whether the brand will continue releasing successors down the line.

But for now, let’s check out what the first model in the lineup has to offer.

OnePlus Ace 2V Specifications

The OnePlus Ace 2V arrives with a glass sandwich design with a flat frame. Thus, it does not sport a curved display, like OnePlus Ace (OnePlus 11R) and OnePlus 11 but retains the iconic alert slider.

However, unlike the Ace 2 which has a plastic frame, the frame on the Ace 2V is made of metal. Also, the camera layout is different. The device measures 8.15mm in thickness and weighs about 191.5g.

All in all, the phone seems to be a successor of the OnePlus Nord 2T, which it actually is. It is expected to release outside mainland China as OnePlus Nord 3 in the coming months.

As far as specs are concerned, the OnePlus Ace 2V is built around a 6.74-inch flat OLED display with a centered punch-hole. The 10-bit screen offers a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 1450 nits peak brightness level., and HDR10+ support.

The handset is powered by a MediaTek Dimesnity 9000 SoC. This chipset is paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It boots ColorOS 13 based on Android 13.

On the rear, the phone houses a triple camera system comprising an OIS-assisted 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. On the front, it has a 16MP shooter.

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).

Finally, the handset draws energy from a 5,000mAh battery and carries support for 80W charging.

OnePlus Ace 2V Price and Availability

The OnePlus Ace 2V will retail at the following price tags in China.

12GB + 256GB – ¥2,299 (~$330)
16GB + 256GB – ¥2,499 (~$360)
16GB + 512GB – ¥2,799 (~$400)

It can be availed in either green or black color options.

Pre-orders for the handset will open at 4 PM CST today. It will be available for purchase from 10 AM CST on March 13.

The device is expected to launch in global markets as OnePlus Nord 3 in July.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Gets New Software Update – Improves Stability

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Soumyakanti

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Mar 7, 2023

Samsung has released a new software update for its Galaxy Buds 2 wireless earbuds. The update focuses on improving stability, bug fixes, and reliability, and can be downloaded over mobile networks due to its small size of 3.01MB.

The firmware version R177XXUOAWB1 is available globally, and the update can be installed by opening the Galaxy Wearable app on your Android device and navigating to Earbuds settings > Earbuds software update.

While the update doesn’t introduce any new features, it’s essential for the optimal performance of the earbuds. Samsung is rumored to release the highly anticipated Galaxy Buds 3 later this year as the successor to the Galaxy Buds 2.

Galaxy Buds 2 comes with a host of impressive features, including dynamic two-way speakers that deliver crisp, clear high notes and deep bass. The Active Noise Cancellation feature helps block unwanted sound, while three adjustable Ambient Sound levels enable you to stay aware of your surroundings.

For calls, the Galaxy Buds2 features a machine learning-based solution that filters out distracting background noise. The earbuds have an iconic curved shape and come with an ‘Earbud fit test’ in the Galaxy Wearable app to ensure a perfect fit for your ears.

Each earbud has a 61 mAh battery that provides 5 hours of music playback with ANC turned on and 7.5 hours with ANC turned off. The charging case can further extend the battery life to a maximum of 29 hours with ANC turned off. Additionally, the Galaxy Buds2 supports fast charging, providing 1 hour of playback with just 5 minutes of charging time.

The Galaxy Buds2 comes with Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and supports AAC, SBC, and Scalable (Samsung proprietary) codecs. It also features a range of sensors, including an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, hall, touch, and voice pickup unit (VPU). The earbuds are IPX2 splash-resistant and weigh just 5g each. The charging case measures 50x 27.8x 50.2mm and weighs 41.2g.

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Huawei’s Plans for £1 Billion Cambridge Research Campus Hit Dead End

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Anubhav

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Mar 7, 2023

Huawei’s proposed £1 billion research campus in the UK has hit a roadblock as The Daily Telegraph reports that work has not yet begun on the site, despite the vendor setting a deadline to complete the first phase of construction two years ago. The newspaper alleges that the company has put its plans on hold due to a lack of progress and planning permission for the site expiring in August.

Huawei has declined to comment on whether it will begin work in the next five months and stated that it is still reviewing the campus in Cambridge. Furthermore, the UK newspaper reported that Cambridge council’s requests for an update on the project have been met with silence from the Chinese vendor.

In June 2020, Huawei had announced that it had received planning permission from the local authority to build the facility, with an investment of £1 billion on the first phase. The facility was expected to focus on research, developing and manufacturing optoelectronics products. However, the company’s position in the country deteriorated significantly after the UK government banned the use of Huawei 5G equipment in July 2020 due to ongoing security concerns about the vendor. Additionally, Huawei has been accused of tracking visitors via security access tags without their consent at the MWC 2023, recently held in Barcelona.

Local councillor Brian Milnes has expressed his disappointment, stating that the whole project seems to have ground to a halt. The lack of progress on the campus raises concerns about Huawei’s future investment plans in the UK.

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Microsoft’s new OpenAI-Powered CoPilot AI Will Assist CRMs & Businesses

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Anubhav

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Mar 7, 2023

Where all sales and promotional emails looked like they were bland and redundant in thought process and content, the quality of such emails is going to get a significant bump very soon. Microsoft has recently announced that it will introduce OpenAI-powered features into Dynamics 365, which is the company’s suite of applications directed towards CRMs (Customer Relationship Management) Systems and Resource Planning. This set of features is being referred to as CoPilot, and it will help businesses curate content for various purposes with relative ease and accuracy.

A lot of companies slack off on additional steps to solidify their business’s image owing to the lack of time and/or necessary workforce. Using Dynamics 365 will ensure that doesn’t happen anymore, since the AI will be able to write customized emails and greetings for the company’s customers, reply to queries effectively, generate meeting summaries, create market charts without writing SQL queries, and even pitch new ideas for writing marketing emails. It will be similar to having a personal assistant who is inept at every aspect of the position, including creativity. Of course, the quality of the content will be dependent on the prompts used to generate it, but things will be a lot easier for companies in general.

Users can expect to hear virtual assistants or agents on the line the next time they reach out to a company to address an issue or receive support. These agents will utilize OpenAI’s tech to skim through Bing and vast knowledge bases to respond to general queries. Chances are that unresolved queries will be bumped up to human levels of assistance, which will make virtual agents the first line of communication in scenarios such as these.

Microsoft is strongly pushing for AI-collaboration on multiple projects, such as ChatGPT-powered Bing Chat, OpenAI integration with Teams and now Dynamics 365. The company has further teamed up with GitHub, a popular website for coders to develop a CoPilot-like feature which will enable users to write code more easily and with higher accuracy. It will be interesting to see how the company alters its business models in the future with heightened AI collaboration.

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Google Starts Rolling Out Material You UI for Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides

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Soumyakanti

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Mar 7, 2023

Google has started to roll out the new Material Design 3 user interface (UI) for its Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides applications. The update aims to simplify the UI, reduce clutter, and enhance collaboration.

The redesigned UI for Google Drive features a white container with rounded corners displaying lists and grids of files. The section headers are more prominent, and line separators have been removed. The new design also includes filters for file types, last modified, and people. The left sidebar features a pill-shaped indicator highlighting the section being viewed, while the elevated “New” button appears just above. Google has added functionality that enables users to hover over a file in the list view to reveal shortcuts to share, download, rename, and open the menu.

The UI of Google Docs, Sheets and Slides now features a pill-shaped toolbar with a light blue background. The suggestions button and comments feature a light blue background, and the top bar features a blue sharing pill and buttons without containers at the right.

The new design rollout will occur over the next 15 days, with all users expected to receive it by March 25th. The update will be available for all Workspace and personal users, as well as for those on the legacy G Suite Basic and Business plans. Google says the redesign will offer a simpler, more streamlined UI emphasizing the most loved tools within the products, helping users work more efficiently with the tools they know and love.

The Material Design 3 UI for Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides is similar to Gmail’s new look, reflecting Google’s efforts to streamline core collaboration journeys across its products. With this update, Google aims to make it easier for users to collaborate and work more efficiently while maintaining a familiar and easy-to-use interface.

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Upcoming iPhone SE 4 OLED Panels to be Supplied by China-Based BOE

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Anubhav

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Mar 7, 2023

According to recent reports from The Elec, BOE, a trusted partner of Apple, is set to provide OLED displays for the upcoming fourth-generation iPhone SE. It has been suggested that this move is an attempt to make up for missed orders for OLED panels originally destined for this year’s iPhone 15 series.

Although BOE reportedly encountered production issues, it is now looking to produce OLED panels for the low-cost iPhone SE 4, with an estimated volume of around 20 million units in the coming year. It is worth noting that the iPhone SE 4 will not feature any new specifications but will instead use OLED inventory originally intended for 2021’s iPhone 13 or 2022’s iPhone 14. This strategy is seen as a smart move by Apple, as it will enable them to optimize their resources while still providing a high-quality product at an affordable price point.

Reputable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has also divulged information on the fourth-generation iPhone SE, stating that it will come with a 6.1-inch OLED display and an Apple-designed 5G chip. The new iPhone SE is said to be similar to the standard iPhone 14, which features a 6.1-inch OLED display with thinner bezels. This is a significant improvement from the current iPhone SE, which comes equipped with a 4.7-inch LCD display with thicker bezels. This collaboration between Apple and BOE demonstrates the tech giant’s willingness to partner with other companies in order to provide high-quality products to its customers.

In a nutshell, the upcoming iPhone SE 4 is expected to provide customers with a more affordable option for an OLED display-equipped smartphone without compromising on quality. With Apple’s focus on optimizing resources and BOE’s experience in producing OLED panels, it is safe to say that the iPhone SE 4 will be an anticipated release in the coming year.

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Realme C55 European Price, Storage & Color Options Leak Ahead of Launch

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 7, 2023

Later today, Realme will debut the Realme C55 budget-range smartphone in Indonesia. Through various leaks and teasers, we already know about the majority of its specs and features. Now, the European pricing for the Realme C55 has also appeared online.

In a tweet shared by known tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore, he claims that the Realme C55 will come in two configurations for Europe. The 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option will cost EUR 240, while the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage option will cost EUR 270. Additionally, it looks like the phone will launch with two color options in European markets, namely Sunshower and Black.

Realme C55 specs

According to a previous unboxing video, the Realme C55 will feature a 6.52-inch LCD display with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It will be powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G88 processor and may come with 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB emmc 5.1 storage.

The smartphone will have a dual-rear camera setup consisting of a 64MP primary shooter and a 2MP auxiliary sensor. Additionally, an 8MP front-facing camera will be available for selfies and video calls. The device is expected to run on Realme UI 4.0 based on Android 13 and will feature a 5000mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support.

The Realme C55 will have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for added security and will also come with a dedicated micro-SD card slot and a 3.5mm audio jack. It will measure 7.89mm in thickness and charge via a USB 2.0 Type-C port.

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Xiaomi 13 Pro Goes Out of Stock in India, Next Sale Set for March 10

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 7, 2023

Yesterday, Xiaomi announced the early access sale for its latest flagship smartphone in India, the Xiaomi 13 Pro. It was made available via mi.com, Mi Homes, and Mi Studios. Although the brand did not disclose the units sold, they did mention that the response was overwhelming and the smartphone is currently out of stock.

Thank you so much to all of our Xiaomi fans for such an overwhelming response to the #Xiaomi13Pro.
We are OUT OF STOCK!
For anyone who missed out on the early access sale, we'll have everything stocked up and ready for the next sale on March 10th at 12 p.m. 😁
Stay tuned!
— Xiaomi India (@XiaomiIndia) March 6, 2023

However, customers looking to get their hands on the latest Xiaomi flagship will get another chance as the brand has announced that the next sale for the 13 Pro is set for March 10th at 12 PM. It is currently unclear if this sale will also remain exclusive to Xiaomi websites and stores or if the smartphone will be made available on e-commerce websites.

Xiaomi 13 Pro specs & pricing

The Xiaomi 13 Pro features a large 6.73-inch LTPO E6 AMOLED display with Quad HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of 1900 nits. The display also supports Dolby Vision and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for durability.

Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, the phone offers up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. It sports a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX989 primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP telephoto camera. The front-facing camera is 32MP.

The device is equipped with a 4820mAh battery that supports fast wired charging of up to 120W, wireless charging of up to 50W, and reverse wireless charging of up to 10W. It runs on MIUI 14 based on Android 13 out of the box, and the global model is certified with an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

Xiaomi has launched the 13 Pro in India, offering a single storage option with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 4.0 storage. The phone is priced at Rs 79,999, but with a Rs 10,000 discount offer on ICICI Credit and Credit EMI transactions, the effective price drops to Rs 69,999. HDFC Bank cardholders can also enjoy an Rs 8,000 discount on the purchase of this Xiaomi flagship. Additionally, exchange offers are available for the 13 Pro.

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Samsung Galaxy A54 & A34 Price Revealed for Europe Ahead of Alleged March 15 Launch

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 7, 2023

Samsung is rumored to debut its new Galaxy A-series devices soon. A recent leak states that the Galaxy A54 5G and the Galaxy A34 5G will debut on March 15. On the other hand, the Indian launch is rumored to take place around the end of March.

Ahead of the alleged launch, the pricing of both of these devices has leaked online. Tipster SnoopyTech has tweeted that the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G will have a launch price of EUR 419. This will be the price for the 128GB storage variant. On the other hand, the Galaxy A54 5G will cost EUR 519 for the same storage model.

Galaxy A14: €219
Galaxy A34: €419
Galaxy A54: €519

(128 GB) pic.twitter.com/yBwPZgUfPg
— SnoopyTech (@_snoopytech_) March 6, 2023

Along with these two models, the tipster has also revealed that the Galaxy A14, which is already available in multiple regions will cost EUR 219 when it launches in Europe. Let’s take a look at what we know about the upcoming Galaxy-A series phones.

Galaxy A54 5G specs (rumored)

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A54 5G smartphone is expected to offer a 6.4-inch sAMOLED Full HD display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080p and a 120Hz display for smoother scrolling and gameplay. It is likely to be powered by Samsung’s Exynos 1380 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM and storage options of up to 256GB.

The phone is anticipated to have a camera setup consisting of a primary 50MP sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5MP macro lens for capturing detailed shots. It is also expected to feature a 32MP front-facing camera for high-quality selfies and video calls.

It will be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging and is expected to have an IP67 rating, providing resistance against dust and water. It is also likely to run on Android 13 as its operating system.

Galaxy A34 5G specs (rumored)

The Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is expected to feature a 6.6-inch Full HD+ sAMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is anticipated to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, up to 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. The phone is estimated to measure 161 x 78 x 8mm and weigh 199 grams.

The device is likely to come equipped with a triple camera setup on the back, consisting of a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 5MP macro/bokeh lens. It will also feature a 13MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.

The Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is expected to come with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging, run on OneUI 5.0 software based on Android 13, and have an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. It will also include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, dual SIM support, NFC, OTG, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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Oppo Find X6, X6 Pro Color Variants Leaked

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 7, 2023

Reports say that Oppo is getting ready to bring its Find X6 flagship phones to the Chinese market. Rumors are rife that its launch event will be held on March 21. Ahead of the launch, tipster Digital Chat Station has been gradually leaking the key specifications of the Find X6 and X6 Pro. In a recent Weibo post, the tipster revealed the color variants of both smartphones.

According to the tipster, the Find X6 will come equipped with a glass back and will come in three color variants, such as Flying Spring Green, Starry Sky Black, and Snow Mountain Gold. The X6 will measure 8.96mm thick and weigh 207 grams.

The Find X6 Pro will come in a leather variant, which will be called Desert Silver Moon. It will be slightly thicker than its other color options, measuring 9.5mm, and will weigh 216 grams.

The other two color variants of the X6 Pro, namely Flying Spring Green and Cloud Ink Black, will have a glass back. These models will be slightly thinner than the leather option, measuring 9.1mm, but will be slightly heavier, weighing 218 grams.

Like other flagship phones of 2023, the Find X6 Pro will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. Previous reports claimed that the Find X6 could be made available in Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and Dimensity 9200 variants. However, newer reports claim that there will be only one version of the Find X6, which will feature the D9200 chip.

Oppo is also likely to announce the Oppo Pad 2 tablet in China at the same time as the Find X6 series. The device’s listing on Geekbench, which came out recently, showed that it will have a Snapdragon 888 chip.

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iQOO Z7 5G Front Design Revealed in Official Poster

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 7, 2023

iQOO is expected to announce the iQOO Z7 5G later this month in India. At present, the brand is in the process of gradually revealing the key features of the device. A tweet released by the brand has revealed the front design of the Z7.

The below tweet reveals that the iQOO Z7 5G has a waterdrop notch display with a thick chin. The right side of the device has a volume rocker and a power key.

It's time to say hello to stunning visuals, elevate your camera game to the next level and shoot your shot with #iQOOZ7 5G, our #FullyLoaded Smartphone for a #FullyLoadedYou! 📷📱#ComingSoon on @amazonIN pic.twitter.com/B4xB4u9C65
— iQOO India (@IqooInd) March 6, 2023

Even the predecessor phone, the iQOO Z6, had a waterdrop notch display. However, it appears that while the Z6 had an LCD panel, the Z7 could be equipped with an AMOLED screen.

The Z6 was powered by the Snapdragon 695. A recent leak revealed that the Z7 may come equipped with the more powerful Dimensity 920 chipset. The other specifications of the Z7 are yet to be revealed. It appears that the device’s primary camera will be equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).

As per a recent report, the iQOO Z7 5G may launch on March 21 in India .The lineup is also said to include the iQOO Z7 Pro 5G, but it appears that it will not launch alongside the Z7.

In related news, iQOO is working on the iQOO Z7 series for the Chinese market. The iQOO Z7x may come equipped with the Snapdragon 695 chipset and a 6,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging. The iQOO Z7 may arrive with the Snapdragon 782G chip and a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging. The Z7 and Z7x are expected to debut as early as this month in the Chinese market.

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OPPO Pad 2 Geekbench Listing Reveals Key Specifications of the Upcoming Tablet

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Jeet

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Mar 7, 2023

Last year, OPPO entered the tablet market with the launch of OPPO Pad, and later the company introduced another product in the category, dubbed OPPO Pad Air.

Now, the Chinese company is gearing up to launch another tablet in the market dubbed OPPO Pad 2. As the name indicates, the device will be a direct successor to last year’s OPPO Pad.

Ahead of the launch, the OPPO Pad 2 has been spotted on benchmarking platform Geekbench which reveals some of the key specifications for the tablet. Unsurprisingly, the specs appear similar to the OnePlus Pad.

The listing reveals that the device will come powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. While the exact model hasn’t been shown, it’s likely to be Snapdragon 888. In Geekbench 6, the device managed to score 1,160 points in the single-core test and 3,186 in the multi-core test.

Further, the listing adds that the OPPO Pad 2 will be running the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box, most likely with the ColorOS custom interface on top. The device tested on the benchmarking platform packed 8GB of RAM and supported Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.

Previous leaks related to the tablet revealed an 11-inch LCD screen with a 2800 x 2000 pixels resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision support. It is also said to be powered by a 9,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging support.

While the launch date is not yet revealed, the OPPO Pad 2 is expected to go official along with the OPPO Find X6 series flagship smartphones later this month.

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