Xiaomi launched theRedmi Note 12 series in India in early January. The company introduced three models and all of them are 5G-enabled.
Now, weeks later, the firm has confirmed to debut a new phone in the lineup. This device is limited to 4G connectivity and it is officially called Redmi Note 12 (without 5G at the end).
The 4G variant of Redmi Note 12 is scheduled to launch in India on March 30. It will be one of the many new products debuting at the Xiaomi Fan Festival, which will run from March 30 to April 20.
The teaser page for the handset discloses its key features. The smartphone will look similar to its 5G counterpart, however, the specs will be nearly identical to those of the Redmi Note 11.
The phone is said to come with a 120Hz Super AMOLED display. The screen is expected to offer FHD+ resolution and measure 6.67 inches in size.
The device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 SoC, which is nothing but an overclocked Snapdragon 680. It will flaunt a 50MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) triple rear camera system and a 13MP selfie camera.
Last but not least, the handset will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W wired charging.
Huawei is gearing up to launch the P60 series flagship smartphones in China tomorrow. These devices will be accompanied by the Enjoy 60 smartphone and the Huawei FreeBuds 5 TWS earphones. The upcoming TWS earphones feature quite an interesting design that looks like a weather drop. Leaked images and specs of the earbuds have given us a fair idea of what to expect. Although the gadget will launch tomorrow only in China, the global launch will likely happen soon after as the FreeBuds 5 have cleared SIRIM certification.
Spotted by tipster Mukul Sharma, the listing reveals that the Huawei FreeBuds 5 bears the model number T0013 and confirms the Huawei FreeBuds 5 moniker. No further details are revealed by the listing, but it’s almost certain that the earbuds will soon launch in Malaysia. Let’s take a look at what we know so far about these earbuds.
Huawei FreeBuds 5 specs (rumored)
The much-awaited Huawei FreeBuds 5 have been creating quite a buzz lately, and leaked images have now revealed their unique design. With a waterdrop-shaped structure that boasts a rounded handle and textured appearance, the earbuds offer a comfortable fit with no discomfort. Furthermore, they weigh only 5.5g each, making them incredibly lightweight, while the charging case weighs 44.4g, bringing the total weight of the set to 55.3g.
Apart from their design, the FreeBuds 5 are also reported to offer exceptional sound quality and noise reduction. They support active noise cancellation and LDAC sound quality, as well as adaptive environmental noise reduction. Users will also have the option to customize swipe, double tap, and hold actions to their liking. Additionally, these earbuds are HWA/ Hi-Res Audio Wireless gold standard certified, which guarantees an exceptional audio output.
Although there is not much information available about the FreeBuds 5 yet, Huawei has confirmed that they will launch on March 23 in China, along with the Huawei P60 series, Mate X3 foldable, and the MatePad 11 (2023).
Xiaomi-backed Redmi has confirmed that the company will be launching its new Redmi Note 12 Turbo smartphone in its home country on 28th March.
Now, ahead of its launch next week, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is available for reservation in China. The phone can be reserved by paying 1 yuan and when it’s purchased after the launch, the buyer will get goodies worth 198 yuan.
The teaser poster shared by the company reveals that the smartphone will feature a triple-camera setup on the back panel with a 64-megapixel primary sensor. There are volume rocker keys on the right side of the device, along with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
The top edge of the phone has a microphone, an IR blaster, a speaker grille, and a 3.5mm audio jack. On the bottom side, there’s a speaker grille, a USB-C port, a microphone, and a SIM slot.
Coming to the specifications, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is expected to feature a 6.67-inch flat OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ screen resolution. Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, making it the world’s first smartphone to come powered by this chipset.
As for the memory configuration, it packs up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Along with the 64MP primary camera sensor on the back, there could also be an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro lens. On the front side, there will be a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.
The smartphone is likely to run the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own MIUI 14 custom user interface. It will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging.
Earlier today, Redmi revealed the launch date for the Note 12 Turbo. Now, Realme has listed the GT Neo 5 SE on a popular online retailer in China.
Unlike Redmi, Realme is yet to disclose the launch date for its Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 smartphone. But thanks to the JD listing, we at least know the sale date.
The Realme GT Neo 5 SE will be available for purchase from April 3 at 10 AM GMT+8. This means the device will be made official before the aforementioned date.
For the unaware, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, which is scheduled to launch on March 28, is being marketed as the world’s first Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 phone. Thus, Realme GT Neo 5 SE should release around March 29-April 2.
Talking about specs, the device is said to sport a 6.74-inch OLED display with an FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. Its chipset will be paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.
The handset is expected to offer a triple-camera system comprising a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. On the front, there’s a 16MP shooter.
Last but not least, the phone is tipped to draw power from a 5,500mAh battery with support for 100W wired charging.
Instagram ads are quite a popular form of social media advertising that allows businesses and individuals to promote their products or services to a large audience, given Instagram’s massive user base. These ads appear in users’ feeds or stories and can be targeted based on factors such as demographics, interests, and behaviours. Instagram ads can be created and managed through Facebook Ads Manager, which provides a variety of ad formats, including photos, videos, carousels, and stories. Instagram is expanding its advertising options in a move that could benefit businesses seeking greater visibility. As part of its latest testing phase, the app has introduced a couple of new ad placements that could transform the way brands are discovered on the platform. One such placement involves sponsored ads appearing in search results when users enter specific terms, such as “makeup”, or “shoes”. These ads will be marked as sponsored and will show up in users’ feeds alongside the actual search results. The company has said it intends to make this placement available globally in the coming months.
Instagram
The app is also partnering with selected brands to trial a new format known as “reminder ads”, which could provide businesses with a more direct way to notify users of upcoming events or launches. Once users opt into these reminders, they will receive notifications from Instagram one day before the event, 15 minutes prior, and when it commences. These notifications will appear like any other Instagram notification and will display on users’ lock screens.
The introduction of these new advertising options is hardly surprising given the importance of ads to Meta, the parent company of Instagram. Meta‘s advertising revenue dropped for the first time in 2022, so it is actively looking for new ways to monetize its platforms. Despite this setback, the company still earned $31.25 billion in advertising revenue in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Gaming laptops require a significant amount of power to run the high-end hardware they come equipped with, including powerful graphics cards and processors. As a result, the power adapters for gaming laptops are much larger and heavier than those for standard laptops. These adapters can be as big as a brick and weigh a pound or more, making them quite bulky and difficult to carry around. This size is necessary to deliver the high wattage and voltage required to power the gaming laptop’s components.
Lenovo has come up with a solution to the cumbersome size of power adapters for gaming laptops with its latest product release. At the Lenovo Savior spring ecological new product launch conference, Lenovo introduced the C140 GaN charger, which delivers a high power output of 140W. Even though gaming laptops require a significant amount of power to run, the C140 GaN charger is small in size but still able to achieve about 80% of the performance of ordinary adapters. As per test data, popular MOBA game DOTA 2 was played at the highest image quality, and while doing so, the frame rate using the original 300W adapter was 182. On the other hand, the frame rate using the 140W charger was 142. This is quite impressive for a charger which is less than half the wattage of the original power brick.
This charger is compatible with the Lenovo Legion series gaming notebooks, and it supports PD3.1, QC3.0, PPS3.0, and other fast charging protocols. The charger has a sleek design, a volume of 66.2×65×30.6mm, and a weight of about 270g, which is 26% of the original 300W charger of the Legion series notebooks. The C140 GaN charger is available for pre-order on the e-commerce platform for 269 yuan (~$39), with an initial price of 199 yuan (~$29). The pre-orders have already begun, and the charger will go on sale on April 7.
In December, Jabra introduced the Jabra Elite 4 Active TWS earbuds to the global market. These earbuds are specifically designed for sports and physical activities, providing exceptional sweat resistance that surpasses that of most other earbuds available in the market. The brand has now launched the Jabra Elite 4 earbuds, which succeed the Elite 3 model from 2021.
Compared to the Elite 4 Active, the Elite 4 retains most of the core features, with ith a few of them slightly toned down. The Jabra Elite 4 TWS earbuds provide IP55 dust and water resistance, which makes them fairly resistant to sweat and rain, although slightly less so than the Elite 4 Active’s IP57 rating. The earbuds offer up to 5.5 hours of listening time, in contrast to the Active’s seven hours (with a total of 22 hours and 28 hours respectively, when used with the charging case).
It is not clear whether the Elite 4 has the same transparency mode as the higher-end model. Nevertheless, the earbuds come equipped with four microphones, and aptX support helps optimize audio quality, making the most of Bluetooth’s limited bandwidth.
ANC and Bluetooth multipoint are undoubtedly excellent features to have in a pair of earbuds, and a $20 price increase from the Elite 3’s $80 price point to the Elite 4’s $100 price point appears reasonable to incorporate these features. However, it’s worth noting that the Elite 4 doesn’t boast any other significant improvements. The earbuds come with the same 6mm drivers, the same IP55 rating for protection against water and dust, and the same battery size as the Elite 3.
Car thefts remain a prevalent issue worldwide, with millions of vehicles stolen each year. Not only does it result in financial losses for car owners, but it also contributes to higher insurance premiums and poses a significant threat to public safety. The recent Kia Boyz thefts have become a serious problem in the United States, particularly for owners of certain Kia and Hyundai models. A group of teenagers identified a security loophole in these models, allowing them to start the cars without a key. The thefts quickly spread across the country, and many were documented on social media platforms, leading to a rise in car thefts and vandalism.
Hyundai and Kia have been criticized for not equipping their cars with the necessary security features, particularly engine immobilizers. Models produced between 2011 and 2021 are particularly vulnerable, and thieves have been able to start the cars with just a USB cable and a screwdriver. The companies have since released software updates that require physical keys to start the cars and sound alarms for longer periods if a thief tries to start the car. However, these updates came too late for many owners who have already been affected by the thefts.
The Kia Boyz thefts have caused insurance companies to refuse to cover affected Kia and Hyundai models, further compounding the problem for owners. The rise of this problem has been attributed to the lack of necessary security features in the cars, and the popularity of the vehicles due to their lower price point.
The Kia Boyz trend gained popularity on TikTok, leading to a surge in car thefts, vandalism, and accidents in many cities across the country. In 2021 alone, 10,471 vehicles were reported stolen in the US, with 67 percent of them being Kia or Hyundai cars. While both companies have made efforts to address the security issues, the damage has already been done, and many owners are left with the consequences.
In conclusion, the Kia Boyz thefts have highlighted the need for adequate security features in cars, particularly in models produced by Hyundai and Kia. The lack of engine immobilizers in these models has made them vulnerable to theft, and the rise of social media trends has only exacerbated the problem. While the companies have taken steps to address the issue, it remains to be seen whether they will be able to restore confidence in their products and win back the trust of affected owners.
The iQOO Z6 5G has received a price cut in India after the launch of the iQOO Z7 5G. After the price cut, the Z6 is now listed on Amazon and iQOO India’s website with a starting price of Rs 14,499.
iQOO Z6 5G Receives Price Cut in India
The iQOO Z6 5G comes in three variants, such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. At launch, these variants were priced at Rs 15,499, Rs 16,999, and Rs 17,999, respectively.
iQOO Z6 5G
Now, the iQOO Z6 5G has received a price cut of Rs 1,000 in the country. Hence, its three variants are now available for Rs 14,499, Rs 15,999, and Rs 16,999, respectively. To further sweeten the deal, buyers can take advantage of the Rs 1,000 discount by HDFC and ICICI bank cards while placing the order. The device comes in two colors, such as Raven Black and Lumena Blue.
iQOO Z6 5G specifications
The iQOO Z6 5G has a 6.58-inch IPS LCD screen that offers an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display notch houses a 16-megapixel selfie camera, and its rear shell has a 50-megapixel Samsung JN1 primary camera, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor.
The Snapdragon 695 chipset is at the helm of the iQOO Z6 5G. The device comes with up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB of storage, and a microSD card slot. It comes with other features like FunTouch OS 12-based Android 12, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging.
While the iQOO Z6 5G is now reasonably priced, the iQOO Z7 5G, which was recently launched with a starting price of Rs 17,499 (after discount), is a better buy. It has a 6.38-inch FHD+ 90Hz AMOLED display with a fingerprint scanner, a Dimensity 920 chip, 64-megapixel dual rear cameras, and a 4,500mAh battery with 44W fast charging.
Motorola announced the Moto G32 in August 2021 in India. Since its launch, the device has been available in a single trim that offers 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Today, the company confirmed the arrival of a new variant that offers 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.
Moto G32 8GB RAM variant price in India
Moto G32 8GB RAM variant launched in India
The 8GB+128GB edition of the Moto G32 is priced at Rs 11,999. It will be available for purchase starting at 12 pm today (March 22) through Flipkart. It can be purchased in colors like Mineral Grey and Satin Silver.
Moto G32’s 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant is now available for Rs 10,499. It was priced at Rs 12,999 at launch.
Moto G32 specifications
The Moto G32 houses a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display that produces a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The device s powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset. It comes with 4 GB / 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB of storage. For additional storage, it comes equipped with a microSD card slot.
The G32 has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear shell has a 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The device is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery with 30W charging. The G32 offers other features like dual stereo speakers, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and an IP52-rated chassis.
Today, Nothing is set to launch the Nothing Ear (2) TWS earbuds, which will be an upgrade from the Nothing Ear (1). While there won’t be any significant changes in the earbuds’ design, improvements have been made internally. Recently, the European pricing of the earbuds was revealed, and now, the Indian pricing has also been leaked online.
According to a well-known tipster, Paras Guglani, the Nothing Ear (2) earbuds will be released in India on March 28. However, it’s unclear whether this refers to the date when the price will be announced or when the earbuds will be available for purchase. Only the white color model will be available in India, as per the leaks.
Guglani has revealed that the retail price of the Ear (2) TWS earbuds in India will be ₹11,499, but during the first sale, it will cost ₹9,499. Additionally, customers can avail of an extra 10% discount through Bank offers.
Nothing Ear (2) specs
The upcoming Nothing Ear (2) TWS earbuds will feature a stem design with silicone ear tips that provide a comfortable and secure fit, as well as passive noise cancellation. The earbuds will have a transparent section that showcases their internal components and battery cells. The stem of each earbud will have a microphone cutout and the Nothing Ear (2) branding imprinted on it. The charging case will have a semi-transparent design with a transparent lid, revealing its internal components.
The earbuds will retain the 11.6mm drivers seen in the previous model, and each earbud will offer up to six hours of playback time with a single charge. The charging case is expected to provide up to 36 hours of battery life and will support fast charging and Qi wireless charging.
The Ear (2) will feature Hybrid ANC, which will effectively reduce background noise for an immersive listening experience. The earbuds will weigh just 4.5 grams each, which is 0.2 grams lighter than the previous model. Additionally, the Ear (2) will have an IP54 rating for protection against water splashes and sweat.
There are speculations that the Nothing earbuds will allow for connecting two devices simultaneously and offer Personalized Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), which will enable users to adjust the ANC strength according to their preference. The Advanced EQ feature will allow users to customize their sound preferences as well.
Android vs iOS has constantly been a constant topic of discussion among smartphone users. When it comes to smartphone brand loyalty, Apple reigns supreme with its unwavering fan base in North America. While the general public may lean towards Android, Apple holds the title for being the top smartphone brand. AddictiveTips recently conducted a survey to uncover the extent of Americans’ loyalty towards their smartphone brands. The survey delved into the demographics of users, how it influences their work life, and how receptive they are to the idea of switching to a different brand. Over 1,000 Americans participated in the survey, with half identifying as Android users and the other half as iPhone users. The findings are quite intriguing.
The study reveals that iPhone users (94%) are more loyal to their brand compared to Android users (80%). Interestingly, managers are 33% more likely to be iPhone users, with 63% of them feeling more at ease working with colleagues who use the same brand. Additionally, the researchers discovered that iPhone users spend over 15 more days each year staring at their smartphone screens compared to Android users. Furthermore, 60% of iPhone users claimed that they would consider switching to Android if Twitter were removed from the App Store.
What’s fascinating is that iPhone users were found to be 18% more loyal to their brand than Android users. Not only that, 72% of iPhone users reported being happy with their current phone compared to 66% of Android users. AddictiveTips speculates that this could be due to Apple’s suite of devices designed to work seamlessly together. Finally, the report concludes with a surprising (and unusual) finding: over 80% of both iPhone and Android users stated that they would likely purchase a smartphone from Elon Musk.
Generative language AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that can produce natural language text that is similar to what a human might write. These systems are typically based on deep learning neural networks and use large datasets of text to learn the patterns and structures of language. One of the most popular approaches to generative language AI is the use of language models, such as the GPT series of models developed by OpenAI. These models are trained on massive amounts of text data, allowing them to generate high-quality text that is often indistinguishable from human writing.
Lee Kai-fu, a renowned Chinese venture capitalist and former president of Google China, has announced the launch of a new artificial intelligence (AI) company called Project AI 2.0. Unlike other similar ventures, Lee aims to establish a global tech firm that focuses on building AI 2.0 platforms and productivity applications. In his recent announcement on WeChat, Lee highlighted that the company is not just a Chinese version of ChatGPT and will offer more than high-performance chatting tools, AI-generated graphics, and texts. Lee’s goal is to redefine how users access and interact with interfaces through AI 2.0, which he believes will be the most significant enabling technology to boost social productivity in the 21st century.
Lee has secured funding and computing power for Project AI 2.0 and plans to attract top talent from around the world. With the breakthrough in deep learning, Lee predicts that AI has moved from version 1.0 to 2.0, leading to a platform-based transformation. The announcement comes after a string of Chinese big tech companies, including Baidu, Alibaba, and Tencent, have rushed to announce AI products similar to ChatGPT. Despite the competition, Lee is confident that Project AI 2.0 will stand out due to its focus on global reach and productivity applications.
Realme has announced the Realme 10T 5G smartphone in Thailand. It has arrived as a rebranded version of the Realme 9i 5G, which debuted in India last year. Here is a look at the specifications, features, and price of the Realme 10T 5G.
Realme 10T 5G specifications and features
The Realme 10T 5G measures 164.4 x 75.1 x 8.1mm and weighs 187 grams. It houses a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a waterdrop notch. The screen supports an FHD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, a 180Hz touch sampling rate, 400 nits of brightness, and a 90.4 percent screen-to-body ratio. It will have a 16-megapixel front-facing camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (portrait) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit on the back.
Realme 10T 5G
The 10T 5G is powered by the Dimensity 810 SoC. The device offers up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. There is a microSD card slot on the device for additional storage. It houses a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support.
For security, the Realme 10T 5G has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. It offers other features like dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Realme 10T 5G price and availability
The Realme 10T 5G will arrive in two variants, such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for THB 6,999 (~$203) and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for THB 8,999 (~$206). It comes in two shades, such as Electric Black and Dash Blue.
Apple has been rumored to be working on OLED panels for the MacBook lineup, which has not materialized yet. However, if the new reports are to be believed, the wait could finally be over.
As per the reports, the new Apple MacBook Air could be the first MacBook device to feature an OLED display panel, and the launch of this new model could take place in early 2024.
The upcoming MacBook Air will reportedly use an OLED technology called “tandem stack,” which is a type of cutting-edge OLED technology that improves the display’s longevity, improves power efficiency, and increases brightness.
While the MacBook Air will be switched to using OLED panels, the MacBook Pro will continue to have mini-LED displays for some more time, and there’s no information available about when the Pro models will switch to OLEDs.
Meanwhile, the Cupertino-based technology giant is also working on new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air powered by the yet unannounced Apple M3 chipset. Although the company has not revealed anything about this, the new laptops are expected to get launched sometime in June this year during WWDC 2024.
After weeks of leaks, Redmi has finally confirmed the launch date of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo for the Chinese market. The below-shown poster confirms that the device will be announced at 7 pm (local time) on March 28 in China. It will arrive as the world’s first phone with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chip onboard.
Apart from revealing the launch date, the poster gives the first look at the Redmi Note 12 Turbo’s design. As can be seen, the back panel of the device features a 64-megapixel triple camera unit. On the right side, there is a volume rocker and what looks like a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The top edge of the Note 12 Turbo features a microphone, an IR blaster, a speaker grille, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Its opposite edge has a speaker grille, a USB-C port, a microphone, and a SIM slot.
Redmi Note 12 Turbo specifications (rumored)
Rumors about the Redmi Note 12 Turbo say that it might have a 6.67-inch flat OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution. It is likely to run on the MIUI 14-based Android 13 OS. The phone may pack a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging support.
Under the hood, the Note 12 Turbo may feature the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. The highest variant of the device may feature 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
On the front of the Note 12 Turbo, there could be a 16-megapixel selfie camera. Its rear shell is likely to feature a 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit.
A recent report claimed that Poco will be launching the Poco F5 5G on April 6 in India. It is speculated that the Poco F5 will be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo.
HDR, or High Dynamic Range, monitors are display screens that offer a wider range of colours and brightness levels than traditional monitors. They are designed to display images with more detail, depth, and realism, making them ideal for gaming, video editing, and other multimedia applications. HDR monitors can produce brighter whites, deeper blacks, and more vibrant colours, resulting in a more immersive viewing experience. They also have a higher contrast ratio and can display a wider colour gamut, which means they can reproduce more colours than traditional monitors. Combine that with a high refresh rate, and these monitors can provide the pinnacle of gaming experience. LG just shot their chance at that experience, as they unveiled their 49-inch HDR monitor with a 240-Hz refresh rate.
The LG 49GR85DC-B monitor boasts an impressive list of specs that are sure to grab the attention of ultrawide gaming enthusiasts. With its 49-inch VA panel, 32:9 aspect ratio, 5,120 by 1,440 resolution, and 98.5 per cent DCI-P3 coverage, this monitor is designed to deliver a stunning visual experience. Plus, its 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms pixel response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium technology make it ideal for fast-paced gameplay. LG also claims that the monitor is DisplayHDR 1000 certified, which means it’s capable of reaching a peak brightness of 1000 nits and features some form of local dimming.
It is worth noting that the price tag of $1,300 may be a bit steep for some, and VA panels don’t always perform as well as advertised. Additionally, few games currently support the 32:9 aspect ratio. Despite these drawbacks, the LG 49GR85DC-B is available for pre-order on the company’s website, and early adopters will receive a complimentary UltraGear RGB Gaming Mouse Pad valued at $200.
TCL, Tuesday, held a launch event in China where it officially unveiled two of its latest smart TVs utilizing the rapidly emerging miniLED technology. The two models are the TCL Q10G Pro and TCL X11G Mini LED TV.
The TCL Q10G Pro is the top model among the two as it comes in five different display sizes ranging from a monstrous 98-inch screen size to a 55-inch size on the smallest model. Other display sizes include 85 inches, 75 inches, and 65 inches. All models are equipped with a 4K screen resolution and support for a 144Hz refresh rate. The display also comes with a 720 partition backlight, supports XDR 2200 peak nit brightness, has a contrast ratio of 22 million: 1, and a color gamut of 98% DCI-P3.
In terms of audio, the Q10G Pro is equipped with 2.1-channel Hi-Fi professional audio driven by three independent power amplifiers, equipped with 5-unit 60W speakers, a rear 20W subwoofer, and supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, etc.
The TCL Q10G Pro is powered by a Quadcore Lingyao chip M2 paired with 4GB RAM while there is 64GB storage onboard. The smart TV features support for WiFi 6 and are equipped with four HDMI 2.1 interfaces as well as a USB 3.0 interface.
In terms of software, TCL Q10G Pro is equipped with a smart control desktop, which has no advertisements when booting, and supports fast booting in 0.7 seconds.
As for the prices, the 65-inch model is priced at 7999 yuan while the 98-inch model will retail at 25,999 yuan.
On its part, the TCL X11G Mini LED TV is available in three display sizes- 75 inches, 85 inches, and 98 inches. This model utilizes TCL’s latest QD-MiniLED display technology which combines the respective advantages of LCD and OLED, upgrading the traditional surface light source to a pixel-level point light source. The display uses the Quantum dot Pro 2023 technology making it possible to achieve ultra-high contrast, higher brightness, color gamut, and a longer lifespan than OLED.
The flagship X11G smartTV has a backlight with 5184 partitions, a peak brightness of 5000 nits, and supports a contrast ratio of 50 million: 1. It uses a 6-core LED chip, which greatly improves brightness and energy efficiency. Combined with 16-bit ultra-precise backlight control, it can present more bright and dark details.
In addition, TCL X11G is equipped with 1296 driver chips, adopts bidirectional 16bit patented technology, and has 16bit ambient brightness perception and 16bit ambient color temperature perception capabilities; combined with 16bit backlight control and 16bit hybrid light control technology, it brings 65,000 levels of precise light control and precise color temperature control.
TCL X11G also supports full-link 4K 144Hz refresh rate as well as 240Hz refresh rate doubling technology (T·HRR Professional Edition). It is also equipped with Lingyao chip M2 and a TXR MiniLED image quality enhancement chip. The processor pairs with 4GB RAM while there is 128GB storage available to users.
In addition, the TV has eye protection, flicker-free, anti-blue light, adaptive ambient light, natural light, MEMC motion anti-shake technology, and is equipped with 8-channel Onkyo 4.2.2 HiFi audio as well as four independent power amplifier chips.
In terms of software, TCL X11G is equipped with a newly upgraded smart control desktop, which has no advertisements when booting, and supports one-click opening of applications on the remote control. The smart TV also comes with WiFi 6 support and is equipped with four HDMI 2.1 interfaces as a USB 3.0, and a USB 2.0 interface.
As for the prices, the 98-inch model is priced at 49,999 yuan, the 85-inch version is priced at 31,999 yuan while the 75-inch model comes in at 23,999 yuan.
Blackview has launched its latest Tablet the Blackview Tab 16, globally on AliExpress. It took Blackview, two years of extensive research and development, to make this flagship tablet that includes a large 11-inch 2K display, up to 14GB RAM, and updated encryption tech, which is perfect for your office, study, and entertainment.
The highlight feature of Blackview Tab 16 is the 11-inch 2K Full HD display which is somewhere between a tablet and a laptop but with touchscreen support which is not found in many laptops. Also with this large screen, you get more data and details than an average tablet. It also comes with a dedicated PC mode which helps to convert your Tab 16 into an 11-inch laptop, that can be used for web browsing and document editing via pre-installed WPS Office Suite.
Blackview Tab 16 is powered by an Octa-core Unisoc T616 chipset, which combines two large A75 cores running at up to 2.0 GHz and six energy-efficient small A55 cores running at up to 1.8 GHz. When playing games or TikTok streaming, the CPU frequency is adjusted from peak 2G to 2.4G for a smoother entertainment experience. Also while using apps for messaging or chatting, the CPU will downshift to save power. The tab uses LMK technology to free up rarely-used processes and prioritize resources for the apps being used.
Tab 16 comes with 8GB RAM, with up to 6GB RAM expansion, and 256GB ROM to enable users to multitask smoothly. You can expand the internal storage up to 1TB which is perfect to stock up on unforgettable photos, and videos without worrying about space.
The tablet flaunts an ultra-thin and feather-light body and comes with Widevine L1 certification which gives you the pleasure of enjoying Movies and TV Shows from OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, etc. Moreover, stereo Quad-Box Smart-K speakers offer an immersive audio experience with theatre-like sound effects.
Blackview Tab 16 is fueled by a massive 7680mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging. It features a 13MP rear and 8MP front camera and runs the Android 12-based Doke OS 3.0. Another highlighting feature of Tab 16 is the use of the kernel-level security program SE-Linux which provides a high level of data encryption security for business and enterprise users. This encryption tech helps to effectively protect the program from rooting and attacks and ensure data encryption security related to office scenarios such as address list encryption and data interaction.
Price and Availability:
Under the world premiere sale, Blackview Tab 16 which generally retails for $399.99 will be available at a massively discounted price of $177.99 only on AliExpress. Please note that this deal lasts for 7 days only, from March 20th to March 26th PST.
Xiaomi is really making a big move into the automobile industry. The company set up a new facility in Beijing, which includes the R&D and sales headquarters, and is aiming to release its first car by 2024. The R&D team has been hard at work, as they’ve recently patented a new automatic driving method that matches the driver with a mode that meets their safe driving level. Here are the details.
As revealed by the abstract of the patent, it is related to automatic driving technology and proposes a method for automatically matching the driver with an appropriate driving mode that meets their safe driving level. The abstract highlights that the method starts by determining that the vehicle is in automatic driving mode and then collecting driver information during driving. Based on the collected driver information, the method determines the driver’s target safe driving level, which could depend on factors such as their driving habits, skills, and experience.
Once the target safe driving level has been determined, the method matches the driver with an automatic driving mode that meets their target safe driving level, and authorizes the operation authority of that mode. By doing so, the method aims to ensure the driver’s safety by providing them with an automatic driving mode that is appropriate for their driving abilities.
This is a promising development, especially as Xiaomi is set to begin mass production of its cars in the first half of next year. While it remains unclear whether the patent will be integrated into Xiaomi’s upcoming car models, it’s evident that the company is taking significant steps toward enhancing the safety and reliability of its vehicles.
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