Motorola is reportedly getting ready to put its flagship Edge 40 Pro phone on the market around the world. People think that the device will be a rebranded version of the Moto X40, which came out in China in December 2022. Well-known tipster Evan Blass has shared the leaked renders of the Edge 40 Pro. It appears that it will not take too long for the flagship phone to go official.
The images of the Edge 40 Pro show that it looks identical to the Moto X40, which is available in China. It will come in black and blue shades. As one of the images shows, the Edge40 Pro will be a water-resistant device.
Motorola Edge 40 Pro Specifications (Expected)
The Motorola Edge 40 Pro is expected to arrive with a 6.7-inch OLED display with curved edges. It will offer an FHD+ resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. It will run on the Android 13 OS and MyUX UI.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset will power the device. It is likely to ship with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The device is likely to house a 4,600mAh battery that supports 125W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.
The Edge 40 Pro will arrive with a 60-megapixel front camera. Its rear shell may feature an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel primary camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens with autofocus support, and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera. It is likely to cost 849 euros in the European market.
On March 1, Vivo unveiled the Vivo V27 and V27 Pro in India. The vanilla model is scheduled to go on sale on March 23, whereas the sale is now up for purchase in the country through Flipkart, Vivo India’s online store, and offline stores.
Vivo V27 Pro price in India
The Vivo V27 Pro comes in three options, such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These variants are priced at Rs 37,999 (~$465), Rs 39,999 (~$489), and Rs 42,999 (~$526), respectively. The handset has been available for pre-orders since March 1, and starting today it is available for purchase.
Vivo V27 Pro
The V27 Pro can be purchased in two colors: Noble Black and Magic Blue. Online buyers of the V27 Pro are eligible for a flat discount of Rs 3,000 (~$37) on HDFC, ICICI, and Kotak Mahindra bank, whereas those who buy the device from offline stores can get a cashback of as much as Rs 3,500 (~$43) with ICICI, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and HDB Financial Services.
Vivo V27 Pro specifications
The Vivo V27 Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ curved display, a Dimensity 8200 chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,600mAh battery with 66W fast charging. It has a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus and a 50-megapixel (Sony IMX766V, with OIS) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit. The handset offers other features like Android 13 OS with FunTouch OS 13 and an under-display fingerprint scanner.
The Vivo V27 is powered by the Dimensity 7200 chip. The rest of the specs of the V27 are identical to those of the Pro version. It starts at Rs 32,999 (~$404).
Last month, a Poco device with model number 23049PCD8G was spotted with the “POCO F5” moniker in the IMEI database. The Indian variant of the device, with model number 23049PCD8I, was approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in February. The global edition of the Poco F5 (23049PCD8G) has now been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authority. These certifications indicate that the Poco F5 will be launching soon in the Indian and global markets.
The FCC certification has revealed that the Poco F5 may arrive in three variants: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage.
The device will come preloaded with the Android 13 OS with MIUI 14 on top. Some of the connectivity features that have been revealed through the certification include dual SIM, 5G bands (n1 / n5 / n7 / n38 / n41 / n77 / n78), NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and an IR blaster.
Poco F5 FCC listing
The Chinese variant of the device has the model number 23049RAD8C. The device has already been certified by Chinese certification platforms such as MIIT and 3C.
Speculations are rife that the 23049RAD8C device will be called the Redmi Note 12 Turbo (or Note 12T) when it arrives in the home market. Reports have revealed that the Redmi Note 12T Turbo will arrive with specs like a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display with an under-display fingerprint scanner, the forthcoming Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen1 chipset, up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 512 GB of storage, MIUI 14-based Android 13, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W charging support. It may feature a 50-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit. The Poco F5 is likely to pack the same specs.
The Redmi Note 12 Turbo may launch in March, whereas the Poco F5 may debut in April.
Robotic clones of humans are normally something you will only hear in science fiction stories, but in our current world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, one company is making waves in the field of robotics today. Meet Clone Robotics: a cutting-edge tech startup that’s revolutionizing the way we think about androids.
Source: Clone Robotics
Founded in November 2021 by Dhanush Radhakrishnan and Łukasz Koźlik, Clone Robotics has a bold mission: to build low-cost androids that can perform all the common labour in daily life. Imagine having an android chef, maid, nurse, teacher or therapist at your service – that’s the future that Clone Robotics claims the company is working towards.
One of their most impressive products is the Clone Hand – a power-dense, biomimetic anthropomorphic robotic hand that can perform a wide range of manipulation tasks. As shared by the CEO, Dhanush on Twitter, the company is aiming towards making synthetic humans, starting with a 1:1 copy of the human hand.
Hello World! 🌎 At Clone, we are making synthetic humans, starting with a 1:1 copy of the human hand. Here’s the Clone Hand’s first manipulation demonstration, manually preprogrammed in a few hours! pic.twitter.com/NoKETKqdYv
This advanced piece of technology has the potential to change the way we interact with machines and could have far-reaching implications for industries such as healthcare and manufacturing.
But what sets Clone Robotics apart from other companies in this field? For starters, their focus on biomimicry – using nature as inspiration for their designs – sets them apart from more traditional robotics companies. Additionally, their commitment to keeping costs low means that their products could be accessible to a wider audience.
With its cutting-edge technology and ambitious vision, it’s clear that Clone Robotics is a tech company to watch out for. As they continue to develop new products and push the boundaries of what’s possible with androids, it will be exciting to see what they come up with next.
Speaking about robotics, Microsoft recently revealed their plans to integrate ChatGPT in the robotics field, which could have a major impact on the robotics industry, of which Clone Robotics is currently a part of.
A new series of air conditioners have been unveiled by Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India Ltd. The Hitachi airHome series of air conditioners come with a track record of excellence and design innovation. The new Hitachi airHome series air conditioners come with frost wash technology and its ice clean feature eliminates mold, bacteria, viruses, and dust.
The Hitachi airHome series ACs are energy efficient with up to 15% energy savings. The air conditioners have an expandable inverter design that allows them to adjust their compressor’s RPM according to ambient conditions and load requirements. For this reason, expandable inverter ACs are more efficient than non-tropical inverter models. The airHome series’ 24m strong airflow distribution provides superior cooling in the room. It offers 5 fan speed options for convenient cooling for the modern Indian consumer.
There are several options available for consumers in terms of the ambience level. These include cool blue, comfort green, and warm red within a temperature range of 16-32ºC. In addition, the airCloud Home allows for the remote control of their ACs via their smartphone, digital device, or voice assistant. The Hitachi airHome ACs come with a built-in ionizer, AQtiv-Ion which releases negatively-charged particles to deactivate air pollutants. The ACs have Cooling, Heating, Dry, Fan, Circulation, and Auto modes.
The Hitachi airHome series ACs in India have a sleek remote controller with an artistic curve for improved aesthetics. It has an iconic wave design, night glow buttons, and colored buttons for easy access. The remote controller has a working range of 11 inches with 0.5ºC precision control. The AC’s design guarantees silent cooling throughout the room and users are reminded to clean the filter at regular intervals via the display.
The new Hitachi airHome ACs are priced from Rs. 27,900 (~$341) in India. They are available in major retail platforms across the subcontinent. Hitachi has a comprehensive service network for smooth pre-sales and after-sales support.
Sonos has unveiled its Sub Mini Wireless subwoofer with a compact and aesthetic design in India. The Sub Mini provides a powerful and balanced audio output and builds on the very successful Sonos Sub. The Sonos Sub Mini outputs rich and clear low-end sound and comes in a more compact design than its predecessor.
The Sonos Sub Mini has a cylindrical shape and its size makes it fit snugly with the aesthetics of the room. It has dual custom woofers with advanced processing for deep, dynamic sound with minimal buzz, rattle, and distortion. The inward-facing woofers have a force-canceling effect that helps to eliminate sound distortion.
The advanced digital signal processing of the product delivers maximum bass response and full-toned, low-frequency output. You can easily pair the Sonos Sub Mini with other speakers like Beam, Ray, One, and One SL for an improved sound experience.
The Sonos Sub Mini wireless subwoofer is a perfect addition to your home sound system. It is easy to pair and can be added to the Sonos system with a few taps of the Sonos app. The integration into the Sonos sound system will help to create the ideal sound system to suit specific needs. True-Play finetunes the Sub Mini’s output by detecting reflections off walls and furniture. The device is equipped with a Class-D digital amp while the sealed cabinet neutralizes distortions leading to an enhanced bass response.
The Sonos app provides EQ settings for the Sub Mini and the subwoofer has Wi-Fi and Ethernet support. The Sonos Sub Mini wireless subwoofer is available in black and white matte finishes. It is priced in the subcontinent at Rs. 59,999 (~$734) and can be purchased directly from sonos.com.
Xiaomi has announced the MIJIA Smart DC Inverter Floor Fan 1X in China. The new smart floor fan can be powered by a power bank via USB-C as well as through a wall outlet. There are over 100 settings for the smart floor fan controlled via the MIJIA app and Xiao AI voice commands.
The Xiaomi MIJIA Smart DC Inverter Floor Fan 1X offers personalized output to suit various scenarios. The fan has seven airfoil blades that deliver diffused cooling, as compared with direct cooling in other fans. You can control the speed, and direction of the van through the MIJIA app and the fan covers a 140º area up to 14 meters. The smart DC floor fan has a peak delivery rate of 24.5 cubic meters per minute. The noise level of the fan is also minimal with peak noise at 52.9dB. However, a Quiet mode is also available with the noise level down to 25.6dB for a peaceful sleep.
The MIJIA Smart DC Inverter Floor Fan 1X has an 18W Adapter that connects to the wall outlet to power the device or via USB-C. The Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh power bank can power the fan for up to 22 hours on a full charge. The product is rated as a Class-1 energy-efficient device in China and weighs about 2.9kg. The launch price of the MIJIA Smart DC Inverter Floor Fan 1X is 329 yuan (~$48). There are no global availability details for the smart floor fan yet but it is expected to also launch in other markets.
A few months after the launch of the Nubia Z50 in China, the brand is now getting ready for the debut of the Nubia Z50 Ultra. The launch date is set for March 7, and the brand has already started showing off the attractive design of the device.
One of the main features onboard is a new and improved under-display camera which is the result of six years of polishing the technology. It will truly be interesting to see what this front camera is capable of, however, the performance also matters. And answering to that question, the device has appeared on Geekbench.
The Nubia Z50 Ultra (model number NX712J) is expected to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 12 GB of RAM, as indicated by its Geekbench listing. Its operating system will be based on Android 13. When tested, the device achieved a single-core score of 1494 and a multi-core score of 5121 on Geekbench 5.
Through leaks and teasers, we already know that the Nubia Z50 Ultra will flaunt a boxy design with flat edges and a flat display. The snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage will draw juice from a 5,000mAh battery that has 80W fast charging.
As for optics, the Nubia Z50 Ultra is rumored to have a 16MP under-display front-facing camera, which is claimed to be less noticeable compared to the cameras on the Axon 40 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold 4. The selfie camera will have a customized 2μm micrometer. The phone may come with the Android 13 operating system pre-installed, along with the company’s MyOS 13 custom interface.
On the back, the Nubia Z50 Ultra is expected to feature a Sony IMX786 sensor as its primary camera, which can capture 64MP images with an f/1.6 aperture, 1/1.3-inch optical format, and OIS. The primary camera will have a narrower field of view than most smartphone cameras. Additionally, it will have a 64MP periscope lens with OIS and a third camera equipped with a 50MP sensor and a 14mm equivalent focal length, designed for ultra-wide-angle photography.
Microsoft has finally increased Bing’s ChatGPT limit to 8 turns per conversation, up from 6 last month, after much demand and feedback from its search engine community.
The rollout for the loosening of the chat limit is immediate, and all users who are within the Bing Preview will get the upgrade today. However, it still should be noted that the daily chat limit with Bing is 100 turns per day and that SERP (search engine result page) queries do not count towards the Chat limit imposed on Bing.
Microsoft Bing with 8 turn Chat Limit
As for other updates, a turn counter has been added to Bing Chat to indicate how much chat turns have been used in the conversation. The addition of the feature was because users found it difficult to anticipate when they will have to reset to a new topic, due to the conversation chat limit imposed by Microsoft.
The release notes from Microsoft also highlight that “Chat Tones” were added to the latest update release of Microsoft Bing. Chat Tones enable users with the ability to toggle the tone of chat from “Precise”, which focuses on shorter, more search-focused answers, to “Creative” which gives responses that are longer and more descriptive. The middle setting (“Balanced”) is somewhere in-between both Precise and Creative.
Bing users will notice a colour change in the UX between purple, blue, and green depending on which chat tone is selected. Microsoft states that the addition of Chat Tones is to let users decide the type of chat behaviour that best meets their needs.
Lastly, the new update also irons out some bugs and provides fixes to the current Bing ChatGPT. Microsoft states that it has improved some chat behaviours that previously would have unnecessarily constrained responses or made them appear defensive or adversarial. Bing’s responses should be more engaging and provide more elaborate observations after the update.
3 months into 2023, it is clear that the theme for tech products and services released this year is artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The competition from OpenAI’s ChatGPT has sparked tech giants such as Microsoft to release their new AI-powered Bing and Google to release Bard, the company’s newest AI model to the public. And Californian tech giant Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced that the tech conglomerate is looking to add AI into its current services such as Whatsapp, Instagram and Messenger this year.
Mack Zuckerberg, chairman of Meta Platforms and founder of Facebook, announced on social media that the company is creating a new top-level product group at Meta focused on generative AI to turbocharge their work in this industry. In the statement, Meta says that over the longer term, the company looks to focus on developing “AI personas” that can help people in a variety of ways.
The statement also expresses that AI could be integrated into the company’s current product portfolio such as Whatsapp, Messenger and Instagram. As quoted in the statement, Mark says, “We’re exploring experiences with text (like chat in WhatsApp and Messenger), with images (like creative Instagram filters and ad formats), and with video and multi-modal experiences.”
Besides that, a Bloomberg report notes that the AI team at Meta will be led by Ahmad Al-Dahle, who is a machine learning and artificial intelligence executive. He reports directly to Meta Chief Product Officer Chris Cox, which the report notes that it is a significant sign that the company intends to further integrate AI into its wide range of online products and services.
However, Meta reinstates that the company is still in its growth stage of AI, as it expresses that the company has a lot of foundational work to do before getting to the really futuristic experiences. As a closing note of the announcement, Mark Zuckerberg remarks that he is excited about all of the new things Meta will build along the way.
Back in January, Asus had shown off its latest premium gaming monitors at CES 2023, one of them is the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM monitor. Two months after its initial reveal, the monitor is now finally available in China for 8299 RMB (1200 USD).
Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM, Source: Asus
As per an official Asus product listing, the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM is the brand’s first Republic of Gamers 1440p OLED flat gaming monitor with an ultra-fast 240 Hz refresh rate and 0.03 ms response time.
At 27 inches, the gaming monitor features an anti-glare micro-textured coating by Asus that reduces reflections for a better viewing experience in all lighting conditions and delivers up to 1000 nits of peak brightness. The monitor is also fitted with a custom heatsink and a new internal layout to improve cooling, with optimized internal airflow channels and larger top vents for more even heat distribution on the back of the monitor. Compared to other 27-inch OLED gaming monitors, the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM is 5% cooler on average, according to Asus.
Monitor Highlights, Via: ITHome
Chinese tech news site, ITHome reports that the display supports smart voltage optimization, which ensures consistent brightness for each pixel by controlling the amount of voltage applied to each pixel. Asus worked closely with its display panel suppliers to determine the correlation between OLED brightness, voltage levels and operating temperature, to give gamers the best experience on their OLED monitors.
The monitor is also introduced with a new DisplayWidget Center by Asus ROG to allow users to easily change display functions and OLED settings using a mouse through an intuitive interface. Lastly, the gaming monitor is equipped with an HDMI 2.1 port, which can be connected to Xbox and PlayStation gaming consoles, compatibility with Nvidia’s G-SYNC synchronization technology, and support for HDR 10 for higher quality dynamic colour on your OLED display.
As tensions rise between the US and China, Huawei finds itself in a vulnerable position. Once considered a leading player in the smartphone market, the company lost a significant portion of its market share due to the US embargo. Huawei has been exploring alternative areas to make up for these losses, but faces further setbacks if the US tightens its restrictions on exports to the Chinese tech giant. In this context, it is worth exploring how the proposed trade ban could not only affect Huawei, but also the US semiconductor industry, including companies such as Nvidia and Qualcomm. Here are the details…
Nvidia and Qualcomm could be hurt by U.S. plan to block more exports to Huawei
The ongoing trade war between the United States and China has affected many companies, especially those in the technology. One such company that has been in the crosshairs of the U.S. government is Huawei, the Chinese telecommunications giant. The company was placed on the U.S. Commerce Department’s entity list in 2019, which restricts its access to American supplies.
The move was seen as a national security measure by the U.S. government, which accused Huawei of using its devices and networking equipment to spy on American companies. As a result of the entity list placement, Huawei has had to look for alternatives to U.S. supplies, such as developing its own operating system and ecosystem. However, the company still relies heavily on U.S. chipmakers for its smartphones, and recent reports suggest that it may face further restrictions on its access to these supplies.
One of the companies that could be affected by the new restrictions is Nvidia, a U.S. chip maker that has been considering selling technology to Huawei. According to a report from Reuters, the Biden administration’s plans to tighten restrictions on Huawei could block Nvidia’s plans to do business with the company. The report, which was seen by Reuters, says that the proposed 2023 amendment of the Commerce Department’s licensing will likely have a high economic impact on Nvidia.
Another company that could be affected is Qualcomm, which currently supplies 4G versions of its high-end chipsets to Huawei. The same report suggests that Qualcomm would suffer a “moderate economic impact” from the unknown policy change. The report adds that Huawei would suffer more because the firm “relies heavily on Qualcomm’s modem chips to support its smartphone offering.”
Huawei has already been restricted from using Qualcomm’s latest chipsets, which are designed to work with 5G signals. Instead, the company has been using tweaked versions of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets that can only deliver 4G connectivity. If the U.S. government goes ahead with its plans to further restrict Huawei’s access to U.S. supplies, even these limited chipsets could be in jeopardy.
The impact of these restrictions could be significant for both Nvidia and Qualcomm. The China market presents a significant opportunity for the U.S. semiconductor industry, and losing access to this market could hurt these companies’ bottom lines. However, it is not clear what the specific details of the proposed policy change are, and the U.S. government has contracted multiple reports on the subject that arrive at different conclusions.
Are you ready to say goodbye to your physical SIM card altogether? An integrated SIM, or iSIM, is a SIM card embedded into a device’s main processor, rather than being a separate or physical card. This allows for more efficient use of space within a device, and can lead to cost savings for manufacturers. Additionally, iSIMs are remotely manageable through any standard platform, providing flexibility and convenience for users. As the market for iSIM continues to grow, we may see even more innovative uses for this technology emerge. Recently, Qualcomm and Thales have announced the certification of the world’s first commercially iSIM on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Here are the details…
Qualcomm and Thales Unveil World’s First GSMA Compliant iSIM with Latest Snapdragon Mobile Platform
Qualcomm and Thales have announced the certification of the world’s first commercially deployable integrated SIM (iSIM) on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, with the latest GSMA (Global Association for the Mobile Communications Industry) security certification. The new iSIM is fully compliant with the GSMA Remote SIM Provisioning standard, making its subscriptions remotely manageable through any standard platforms.
The iSIM enables the functionality of a SIM within a smartphone’s main processor, providing device makers further opportunities to save space and reduce build and supply chain costs while maintaining best-in-class security levels. The iSIM form factor complements existing SIM and eSIM designs, and research suggests that the market share will grow to 300 million by 2027, representing 19% of all eSIM shipments, according to Kaleido Intelligence.
“We are very pleased to see our investment in high assurance processor hardware security, in collaboration with Thales, achieving the security and functional bar required by the GSMA for Remote Provisioning UICC use case. We believe a Tamper Resistant Element integrated within the host processor can efficiently enable innovative use cases across many markets and product segments,” said Ziad Asghar, senior vice president of product management, Qualcomm Technologies.
Guillaume Lafaix, vice president of embedded products at Thales Mobile and Connectivity Solutions, said, “The world’s first security certification of an iSIM by the GSMA follows several years of intense development work by Qualcomm Technologies and Thales. Alongside the increasingly popular eSIM, the Thales 5G iSIM gives device makers and mobile operators even greater freedom to offer their customers effortless over-the-air connectivity and more exciting and accessible product designs.”
The integrated SIM form factor is highly attractive to device makers looking to create compact and cost-efficient smartphones, as well as other connected devices such as tablets and wearables. The market for iSIM is expected to complement the SIM and eSIM market offer.
Alex Sinclair, chief technology officer at GSMA, added, “The GSMA is committed to promoting a ‘security-first’ culture across the entire mobile ecosystem to ensure the benefits of mobile connectivity can be enjoyed safely by all. The GSMA eUICC Security Assurance scheme ensures that eSIM products, whether integrated or discrete, have the highest possible level of security resilience.
In addition, we are delighted that our processes enable faster time to market for manufacturers and allows new types of products like the integrated SIM to emerge. iSIM increases the opportunity to proliferate cellular capability and satisfies a wider and more diverse market.”
Not so many years ago, LG was one of the key players in the smartphone market. Although it could never reach the top, the company managed to make a name for itself with innovative technologies. Especially the flagship models, the G series, were the most important products of the South Korean manufacturer. However, today the situation is different as LG has stopped producing smartphones and the models that were on the market have been forgotten. Nevertheless, the LG V30 lives again through official Lineage OS support. Here are the details…
The LG V30 lives again through official Lineage OS support
For those who may not be familiar with Lineage OS, it is a version of Android that offers a multitude of benefits to older devices. The team behind this impressive software has made it possible for users to enjoy their older phones for longer, providing a visual upgrade and up-to-date security features. The last device to benefit from this was the LG V30.
The LG V30 to receive official support from Lineage OS. Even in 2023, the V30’s hardware is still capable of running Lineage OS smoothly, and its overall design remains modern and visually appealing. Lineage OS support is available for all versions of the LG V30, including unlocked and carrier-specific models.
The software upgrade is listed as LineageOS 20, which is based on the latest Android 13. This is an impressive achievement considering that the official software for the V30 was capped at Android 9 in 2019, with support ending in 2020. For those interested in trying out Lineage OS on their V30 or other older Android phones, the ROM can be downloaded directly from the catalog.
While the process of upgrading the software may require some reading and concentration, it is certainly worth the effort. It is encouraging to see Lineage OS offering continued support to older devices, ensuring that users can get the most out of their devices even after the manufacturer has discontinued support. We can only hope that more devices, including other LG models, receive the same treatment from Lineage OS and other custom ROMs in the future.
Motorola fans are eagerly awaiting the launch of the Moto G Power (2023) smartphone, the successor to the G Power (2022) that was released in November 2021. While Motorola has yet to announce a launch date for the new device, leakster OnLeaks has provided fans with some exclusive renders that reveal the new Moto G Power design. Here are the details…
Motorola Moto G Power (2023)’s design revealed by leaked renders
According to leaks, the Moto G Power (2023)features a 6.5-inch display with a centered punch-hole. At the back of the phone, there are three cameras and an LED flash. The back cover also has the Motorola logo, but it does not double up as a fingerprint scanner. Instead, the fingerprint reader is embedded in the power button on the right-side frame of the phone, alongside the volume keys.
Unfortunately, the under-screen fingerprint reader that users have wanted for a long time will not appear in this model either. The bottom of the phone features a USB-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, microphone, and speaker grille. The SIM card slot is probably located on the left side of the Moto G Power (2023).
The Moto G Power (2022) was launched with a MediaTek Helio G37 processor, 4GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of internal storage. It was also packed with a 5,000mAh battery, a 50 Megapixel main camera, and an 8 Megapixel selfie camera. While the specifications for the Moto G Power (2023) have yet to be confirmed, fans are excited to see what Motorola has in store for them.
Qualcomm is reportedly skipping the release of a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 as a mid-cycle refresh and is instead focusing on developing its next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. According to leaks from RGcloudS, the new chipset will maintain the 1 + 4 + 3 core configuration of its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, but will feature a new Cortex-X4 prime core that can be clocked up to 3.70GHz. This results in a 15% clock speed boost over its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s Cortex-X3.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is expected to be built on TSMC’s N4P 4nm node, with Apple’s A17 Bionic being the only flagship chipset to be manufactured on a 3nm process this year. Qualcomm is expected to catch up next year with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.
While Qualcomm has not confirmed any details about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, rumors suggest that the new chipset could surpass the A17 Bionic in single-core performance, though the A17 Bionic is expected to retain an efficiency advantage. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy is said to be capable of outperforming the A17 Bionic on paper, but it remains to be seen how it will perform in real-world usage.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is expected to feature a Cortex-A715 and new Cortex-A515 cores, but the clock speeds of these cores are currently unknown. The potential increase in power consumption due to the higher clock speeds of the Cortex-X4 prime core could impact battery life and temperature, and it remains to be seen how Qualcomm intends to address this.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 already saw significant improvements over its predecessor, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is expected to build on that foundation. While it is still early days, the leaks about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and it will be interesting to see how the chipset performs when it is eventually released.
Infinix is now gearing up to launch the Infinix Hot 30 series in India. The brand has confirmed that it will soon launch the Hot 30i in the country in March. Alongside it, the brand will also unveil a new notebook.
According to Infinix, the Infinix Hot 30i will arrive with an iconic design. It will have a huge display and a large memory. As far as design is concerned, it will have a glass and leather finish on the back. The laptop that will be announced alongside it will be called the Infinix Y1 Plus Neo. The brand reveals that it will be a lightweight and power-packed device.
It is speculated that the Infinix phone with model number X669 approved by the FCC authority will be unveiled in the market with the Infinix Hot 30i moniker. Shown below are the official images of the Hot 30i
Infinix Hot 30iInfinix Hot 30i
Last month, PassionateGeekz revealed that the Infinix Hot 30i will have a 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel that will offer an HD+ resolution and a peak brightness of 500 nits. It will be powered by the Helio G37 chipset, 4 GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging. It will offer 6 GB of extended RAM, 128 GB of storage, and run on XOS-based Android 12. Its rear shell will have a 50-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and an LED flash.
In related news, a recent report said that the company is working on a mysterious phone that supports 260W charging. Since it appears to be a high-end phone, it could end up as a Zero-series phone. However, a report that surfaced in January revealed that Infinix may replace the Zero-lineup with the GT series. It also revealed that the company may launch two GT-branded phones in March or April this year.
As per a new leak, it appears that the iQOO Z7x will feature the Snapdragon 695, whereas the iQOO Z7 Pro will be equipped with the Snapdragon 782G. Previous reports said that the iQOO Z7x will have a 6,000mAh battery, while the Pro model will have a 5,000mAh battery.
The iQOO Z7 series is being teased in China. Reports have revealed that the country will receive two devices, namely the iQOO Z7 and iQOO Z7x. These devices have model numbers V2270A and V2272A, respectively. Live shots of one of the iQOO Z7 series phones have appeared on Weibo. In addition, a tipster has revealed the names of the chipsets that will power the iQOO Z7 series in China.
iQOO Z7
The SD782G chip has been previously seen on the Honor 80, which debuted in China last year. A recent report said that the same chip will also be in the OnePlus Nord CE 3 that will be sold around the world.
iQOO Z7
Going back to the iQOO Z7 series for China, the 3C authority there has recently certified both models. The iQOO Z7x and Z7’s 3C listings show that these devices may be able to charge at up to 80W and 120W, respectively. Shown above are some live shots of the iQOO Z7 series that are now being circulated on Chinese social media platforms. There is a possibility that both handsets will have an identical design, featuring a punch-hole display on the front and a dual-camera setup on the back.
In related news, the iQOO Z7 series is also expected to launch in India this month. The lineup for India is likely to include two devices, such as the iQOO Z7 (model number I2007) and the iQOO Z7 Pro (model number I2213). It is unclear whether both models will launch together in the country.
Since last week, iQOO has been teasing the arrival of the iQOO Z7 5G in India. The teasers released so far hint that the company may announce it this month. Tipster Oneily Gadget seems to have spotted the iQOO Z7 5G launch date for India on Google Search.
The below shown tweet released by the tipster reveals that the iQOO Z7 India launch date has appeared in Google Search result. Hence, it appears that the device may go official on March 21 in India. It is likely that the iQOO India may confirm the same launch date for the Z7 later this week.
A recent leak revealed that the iQOO Z7 will be equipped with the Dimensity 920 chipset. The inclusion of the MediaTek chip has allowed to score over 480,000 points on AnTuTu benchmarks. It appears that the iQOO Z7 will offer better performance than phones powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 695 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipsets.
The teaser image of the phone that can be found on its landing page on the iQOO India website suggests that it will be equipped with an OIS-enabled rear camera setup. However, no information is available on the camera configuration and other specs of the device.
Reports have revealed that iQOO will launch two models, such as the iQOO Z7 and iQOO Z7 Pro in the Indian market. However, it seems that the Pro model may not launch with the vanilla model. The Z7 has the model number I2207, whereas the Pro variant has the model number I2213.
iQOO is also expected to announce the iQOO Z7 and Z7x in China this month. The Snapdragon 782G chip, a 5,000mAh battery, and 120W charging are expected to be in the first one. The iQOO Z7x, on the other hand, may arrive with the Snapdragon 695 chip, a 6,000mAh battery, and 80W charging.
Huawei Watch 3 series launched two years ago. It seems the company is gearing up to launch the new lineup Huawei Watch 4 series, which will come with an interesting addition to its design – the use of Zircon material. The watch will be the first in the industry to incorporate satellite communication capabilities, making it an exciting addition to the world of wearables.
HUAWEI Watch GT 3 Porsche Design
The Huawei Watch 4 will feature a unique Zircon material around the dial, which is known for its durability and resistance to crack propagation. This material is four times harder than steel and doesn’t age with time, ensuring that the watch maintains its design aesthetics for an extended period. Huawei is expected to use this material in the premium version of the Watch 4, making it an expensive addition to the market.
Apart from its unique design, the Huawei Watch 4 is also set to revolutionize the way we communicate. The watch will feature satellite communication capabilities, allowing users to send SMS messages without relying on a mobile network. This is a significant development, as it makes the Huawei Watch 4 the first smartwatch in the industry to incorporate this feature. According to a recent leak, Huawei Watch 4 and Watch 4 Pro passed WiFi certification with the codenames ARC (Arch) and MDS (Medusa) respectively.
While Huawei has not yet confirmed the launch date for the Watch 4, we are expecting some significant improvements over its predecessor.
The incorporation of satellite communication capabilities and the use of Zircon material are just two examples of the innovative features that Huawei is expected to bring to the table with the Watch 4.
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