A new Huawei smartphone with model number GOA-AL80 has passed the national 3C quality certification. GOA-AL80 is believed to be part of the highly anticipated P60 series, according to the blogger “WHYLAB”. The blogger pointed out that GOA fits the abbreviation of Huawei’s P60 series codename La Gioconda Mona Lisa.
The GOA-AL80 4G model has been certified to support 20V 5A 100W fast charging which is manufactured by Guilin Kaifa Technology. The 100W fast-charging feature has not been seen before in Huawei’s P series and it is speculated the device is none other than P60 Pro.
The Huawei P60 series is set to launch at Huawei’s Spring Flagship New Product Launch Conference, which is scheduled for March 23.
Huawei P60 Pro will reportedly be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor with a 6.6-inch 2K BOE OLED display and LPDDR5X+UFS4.0 memory capabilities. The P60 Pro’s camera setup is also impressive, with an upgrade to XMAGE 2.0 and a triple-camera setup. The primary camera features a 50MP Sony IMX888 sensor, while the wide-angle sensor has a 50MP Sony IMX858 sensor. The device also sports a third telephoto camera with a 64MP OV64B Omnivision sensor with 3.5x optical zoom.
The Huawei P60 series is expected to have at least three models: the P60, P60 Pro, and P60 Artist Design Edition. It is worth noting that the Huawei P50, which was released in 2021, supports up to 66W fast charging.
Huawei’s nova 10 Pro is currently the only model that supports 100W fast charging and can fully charge its 4500mAh battery in just 20 minutes. With the launch of the Huawei P60 Pro, the P series will finally be able to take advantage of this ultra-fast charging technology.
Apart from the P60 series, Huawei’s Spring Flagship New Product Launch Conference will also showcase other exciting products such as the folding display flagship Huawei Mate X3.
After months of wait, Google is finally rolling out a 5G support software update for its compatible devices in India. The update is a part of the search giant’s March Pixel feature drop. This means that with the latest software version, Pixel 7, 7 Pro, and Pixel 6a users can now experience and enjoy the latest-generation cellular network.
While 5G was launched in October last year, a host of OEMs finished the rollout of the 5G support update for their devices by December. With the latest Pixel March feature drop update, the Pixel 7, 7 Pro, and Pixel 6a are now compatible with 5G networks on Indian carriers such as Airtel and Jio. Pixel users on Twitter also confirmed about the same.
The March Pixel feature drop update weighs 457MB in size. Users need to download and install this on their devices. Additionally, users need to ensure that they use Airtel or Jio SIM on their compatible Pixel device as Vi and BSNL do not support 5G in India. To activate 5G go to Settings > Tap on Network and Internet > Choose a SIM that supports 5G and tap on Network preferences. It will then show three options – 5G, LTE, and 3G out of which 5G is to be selected.
Apart from the 5G support update, the March Pixel feature drop update also brings features like night sight, magic eraser, health connect, and direct call features to older Pixel devices. It also allows users to enable 2 eSIMs simultaneously on the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro without using a physical SIM, however, this is only compatible with select carriers or networks.
Samsung is scheduled to launch the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 on March 16 in India. Ahead of their debut, a report reveals that the company will release one more budget smartphone in the country next week.
The device in question is Galaxy F14 5G. For the unaware, we have been hearing about this phone since December.
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
According to an IANS report, Samsung will launch the Galaxy F14 5G in India next week. It will be the second Galaxy F series handset to release in India in 2023 after Galaxy F04.
The report confirms that the smartphone will be powered by an Exynos 1330 SoC and will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery. This chipset includes an octa-core CPU, which includes 2 x ARM Cortex-A78 cores and 6 x ARM Cortex-A55 cores.
The phone is expected to go on sale later this month priced at under ₹15,000. It will be sold via Flipkart, Samsung online store, and leading retail stores across the country.
As per earlier reports, the Galaxy F14 5G is likely a rebranded version of the recently debuted Galaxy M14 5G. Hence, it should arrive with a 6.6-inch FHD+ 90Hz display (LCD), a 50MP rear camera, a 13MP front-facing camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, One UI Core 5 based on Android 13, a 6,000mAh battery, and 25 charging support.
We expect Samsung to officially start teasing the arrival of this handset in the coming days.
HP has launched a new Chromebook in India. It has expanded its range of Chromebooks with the latest offering. The device carries an affordable price tag and falls under the Rs 30,000 price segment. It is aimed at school and college-going students. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.
The new HP Chromebook features a 15.6-inch display bearing an HD resolution and 250 nits brightness. It has a wide-vision HD camera with temporal noise reduction. The laptop is equipped with dual speakers with support for dual mics. The HP Chromebook also has a dedicated number pad on the keyboard.
In terms of performance, the HP Chromebook is equipped with an Intel Celeron N4500 processor clocked at 2.8GHz under the hood. It also has Intel UHD graphics onboard. The device packs 4GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB eMMC storage. The machine is backed by a 47WHr battery and comes with a 45W adaptor. The Chromebook runs on Chrome OS and comes with the HP QuickDrop feature for easy file transfers and Office 365. It also offers access to Google Assistant, Classroom, and 12 months of Google One with 100GB of cloud storage.
Connectivity options on the HP Chromebook include WiFi-6, Bluetooth 5.0, two USB-C ports, a USB-A port, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The HP Chromebook 15.6 costs Rs 28,999 and is offered in Forest Teal and Mineral Silver colours. It is available for purchase from the brand’s official website.
If you’ve read some of the latest reviews of smart bands or smartwatches, you should be able to find similar questions in the comments: “Can it measure blood pressure?” “Can I use this smart band to measure my blood pressure?”. Yes, as a wearable smart device, many smartwatches have personal health monitoring as a major selling point. With the miniaturization of sensors, many smartwatches already support heart rate and blood-oxygen measurement, and even ECG functions, but for the more than 100 million people plagued by high blood pressure, there are few truly miniaturized wearable devices on the market to easily measure blood pressure. With the arrival of YHE BP Doctor Pro, a smartwatch with built-in blood pressure monitoring, people suffering from specific diseases have a super convenient option.
Unboxing and design
The packaging of the YHE BP Doctor Pro is very simple, the black box has only a logo and some brief information about the watch. The model we have is a black variant.
The accessories are pretty much the same as what comes in a normal smartwatch package. We have a quick guide, an instruction manual, a charging dock, a USB cable and a measurement strap. This strap is the only one that stands out from the accessories.
The watch has an oval body, made of integrated stainless steel, with 2.5D glass covering the top of the screen. The strap is a bit different from a normal watch, with an inflatable cuff attached to one side of the wristband to measure blood pressure.
On the right side of the watch, there are two physical buttons: the power button and the home button.
At the button, we can see an optical sensor module to measure heart rate and oxygen saturation, next to it are four metal contacts for charging with the dock.
YHE BP Doctor Pro is equipped with a 1.41-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a resolution of 360X320, its display is as clear and vivid as the latest smartwatches, and the response speed is fast enough for daily operation.
Initial Setup
Before you start the initial setup for the watch, you should scan the QR code on the quick guide to download the BP Doctor Plus APP, when you set up the watch for the first time, it will automatically start Bluetooth pairing. You can see the watch waiting to be paired on the APP: click to confirm and then the pairing is done.
System UI
YHE BP Doctor Pro has three default dials (watch faces). You can long press the touch screen to switch dials. I like the most original one, it looks like a mechanical watch. More stylish alternatives are in the dial market of the app.
When you press the home button, you will enter a scrolling menu. On the first page, you can see some features of health monitoring, including BP(Blood pressure), SpO2(Blood-Oxygen) and HR (Heart rate). Scroll down and more useful functions will appear, such as workouts and sleep.
Press the button once more to go back to the home page. Swipe inward in four different directions to access four different pages, including Control Center, Notification Center, Activity Log, and Health Monitoring. Or the wearer can continue to swipe right to access the pages of HR and SpO2.
BP measurement
It’s time to explain how this measuring tape works. Before using the BP Doctor Pro to measure your blood pressure, make sure it’s properly on your wrist. For this you should place the tape about two finger widths from your wrist, you can see there are a total of 16 numbers on the tape when the tape fits my arm perfectly, the number the arrow points to is 5, so I should choose the fifth hole on the wristband.
The YHE BP Doctor Pro is probably the most convenient way to measure blood pressure, you can swipe right into the BP interface and click Start to complete a measurement, please note that before starting the measurement raise your arm until it is at the same level as your heart, the whole process is similar to the traditional measurement method, the air cuff will gradually expand and then calculate the systolic and diastolic blood pressure through the sensor.
Since I don’t have any other blood pressure measuring device, there’s no way to prove the accuracy of the data. But I saw a very close figure on my medical report last month, so I think it’s still credible enough in the way it’s measured and the results.
You can see exactly where your blood pressure is on the app, and luckily for me, it’s in a fairly balanced and healthy state.
As a home-assisted medical device, it may be shared by the consumer with other family members, so to ensure that the owner’s BP data is not interfered with, there is also a guest mode for temporary measurements for others.
Extended Health Monitoring
In addition to measuring BP, YHE BP Doctor Pro can also measure and record your HR and SpO2 as well as track your sleep status. By monitoring the daily data, you can better manage your personal health or get a more immediate and informative reference in the treatment of specific diseases.
Other Features
In addition to the groundbreaking BP measurement feature, the YHE BP Doctor Pro also has those features found on mainstream smartwatches, allowing you to check the weather, calculate your daily calorie consumption, set alarms, and more.
The watch also supports workouts, though it does support too few workouts with the current firmware version compared to a typical smartwatch, and doesn’t have built-in GPS, though that makes sense considering his target audience should be using it at home in most cases.
Battery life and charging
YHE BP Doctor Pro is equipped with a 170mAh Li-ion battery. According to my experience, it can achieve three days of use with all functions at default settings and two BP measurements per day, I think its battery life is acceptable, with the dock, it can be fully charged within 90 minutes.
Conclusion
The YHE BP Doctor Pro is a groundbreaking wearable designed for a specific group of people. It makes a lot of sense to put a blood pressure measurement device into a watch. For those with mobility issues, even though there are already much small blood pressure measuring devices on the market, they still need to be taken out from somewhere and put back on your arm each time you use it, but the YHE BP Doctor Pro truly allows you to take your blood pressure alone without moving a step and share the results with your family or friends for immediate help. The only improvement I expected was the battery life, while three days of use actually is reasonable for such a smartwatch. If it could achieve a longer battery life, it would provide more convenience for those with limited mobility.
OPPO Find X6 series is set to debut in China later this month. The Find X6 Pro was spotted recently in multiple leaked live images. It also appeared on Geekbench benchmarking platform yesterday. Now, the upcoming offering has appeared in a leaked video shared by a Weibo user. It gives us a proper look at the smartphone’s front and back panel design.
The leaked hands-on video reveals the OPPO Find X6 Pro with a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout and thin bezels on all sides. The power button is located on the right edge whereas the volume rocker keys are on the left side. The back panel sports a large protruding circular camera island like the Xiaomi 12S Ultra or Huawei’s Mate series smartphones. The module houses two camera sensors, a periscope lens, and an LED flash. There is a Hasselblad and powered by MariSilicon text. Additionally, the leaked video reveals a dual-tone design back panel where the upper portion is in Grey colour while the rest is in Brown colour. The Weibo user mentions that this colour variant will be called Desert Silver Moon.
Apart from this, the leaked hands-on video does not reveal any additional details of the Find X6 Pro. The device’s Geekbench listing revealed that it will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor coupled with 16GB RAM and run on Android 13 OS out of the box. Leaks also suggest that the upcoming offering will feature a 6.8-inch E6 AMOLED display bearing a 2K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and 10-bit colours. It is expected to offer 2,500 nits peak brightness thanks to the brand’s self-developed technology.
The DualSense controllers that launched with the Sony PlayStation 5 was widely considering to be one of the best ever controllers on gaming consoles. However, despite its praises, it still had some fair share of its own issues with an annoying one being the lack of wireless software update support. But it appears that one of the latest updates have seemingly fixed this.
In the recent past, one would basically have to plug in their DualSense controllers to update it. But now, it appears that the Japanese tech giant has found a work around for this and the controllers now support being updated wirelessly. This was a major complaints for a number of PS5 users, so it is a welcomed quality of life upgrade. So you don’t need to worry about needing wires over the various firmware updates that Sony constantly rolls out.
For those unaware, the company often releases software update for its PlayStation 5 console with various and improvements. This was also reflected on the updates for the DualSense controllers. Thus, one needed to rely on a USB cable to update their controllers. Interestingly enough, Sony’s rival Microsoft had also recently updated its own controllers to allow users to sell Xbox controllers wirelessly.
So, it means that Sony is paying attention to its customer base and their feedback. Notably, this change arrived in the major software update for the PS5 that the company recently released, which brought various improvements as well as support for the popular VoIP app that is beloved by gamers called Discord.
India is reportedly planning to introduce new security rules that would force smartphone manufacturers to allow the removal of pre-installed apps and mandate screening of major operating system updates. The rules are being considered amid concerns about spying and abuse of user data. The move could extend launch timelines in the world’s second-largest smartphone market and lead to losses in business from pre-installed apps for players including Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo, and Apple.
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The Indian government is considering the new rules to ensure that pre-installed apps are not weak security points that could be exploited by foreign nations, including China, said a senior government official. The government has ramped up scrutiny of Chinese businesses since a 2020 border clash between the two nations, banning more than 300 Chinese apps, including TikTok.
Under the new rules, smartphone makers will have to provide an uninstall option for pre-installed apps, and new models will be checked for compliance by a lab authorized by the Bureau of Indian Standards agency. The government is also considering mandating screening of every major operating system update before it is rolled out to consumers.
India’s fast-growing smartphone market is dominated by Chinese players, with Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo accounting for almost half of all sales, while Samsung has a 20% share and Apple has 3%. The companies and India’s IT ministry have not responded to a Reuters request for comment.
However, the new rules could pose challenges for smartphone manufacturers, particularly for those that sell their devices with proprietary apps or pre-install others with which they have monetization agreements. Some industry executives have expressed concerns that more testing could prolong approval timelines for smartphones and hinder a company’s go-to-market strategy. Nonetheless, the Indian government has decided to give smartphone makers a year to comply with the new rules once they come into effect, the date for which has not been fixed yet.
Rivian is apparently in discussions with Amazon to make changes to its exclusivity clause in its deal for electric delivery trucks. The EV maker is seeking to adjust the exclusivity deal to bring in new customers. So let’s have a look.
A company spokesperson stated earlier this week that it is seeking to remove the exclusivity part of the agreement with the e-commerce giant. This would allow it to bring in new customers and clients that will enable it to ramp up production of its vans and its R1 series of pickup and SUV models. Furthermore, the brand is even working on a successor to the R1 series with the R2 model.
However, Rivian is still in need of money and the company is currently planning to raise 1.3 billion US Dollars. This would be done by a sale of convertible notes to help fund the R2 development and its subsequent launch. The company’s spokeswoman Marina Norville said in a statement that the company’s relationship with Amazon will still go strong and remains positive. She stated that “We continue to work closely together, and are navigating a changing economic climate, similar to many companies”.
For those unaware, Rivian and Amazon had entered into an agreement back in 2019 which would have the former deliver 100,000 electric trucks to the e-commerce giant. With these new electric delivery trucks, Amazon began delivery its packages with the new EVs and Rivian revealed last month that its vans have delivered over 10 million packages since its initial roll out.
Baidu has launched an AI chat app called WiseAI for Global users. A few days back, Baidu launched the Chinese Version of WiseAI called “Xiaokan Planet” in the country. WiseAI is an Artificial Intelligence chat community app.
source: WiseAI
What is WiseAI?
WiseAI is an app that provides a safe space for users to chat with a virtual robot who can be their friend and confidant. Whenever users feel sad, tired, or depressed and just want to talk to someone in a safe space or vent their feelings, they can use the WiseAI chatbot to do so.
WiseAI Chatbot is available 24 x 7 for users across the globe. According to the official statement made by the company, WiseAI chatbot uses advanced algorithms, cutting-edge artificial intelligence, and natural language processing technology that helps it to understand and analyze complex conversations and carry out meaningful discussions with its users.
The app can be used to relieve stress, relax your mental state, uplift your mood, and improve your overall health through conversations. Unlike the generic chatbots that rely on pre-programmed responses, WiseAI uses advanced machine learning technology that helps it understand and respond to natural language commands with answers that feel intuitive and human, in real-time.
Baidu’s AI Ambitions
Baidu is the most used search engine in China. The Chinese multinational technology giant is known for its internet-related services and products and now is making Artificial Intelligence, a part of its core business.
Recently Baidu Launched the Xiaokan Planet (Chinese version of WiseAI) and the company is all set to launch its ChatGPT rival the Ernie Bot on March 16. In its annual flagship developer conference ‘Baidu Create 2022’, the company gave information about its involvement in future technology trends, including artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, intelligent search, quantum computing, and AI scientific computing.
Robin Li, Co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of Baidu said that deep learning algorithms have set the cornerstone for the fourth technological revolution. The company has introduced several AI-related technologies like XiRang MetaStack, the world’s first independent metaverse solution which allows brands to build their own metaverse space from scratch in as fast as 40 days, and New Generation Computing Architecture Taihang DPU 2.0 and Heterogeneous Computing Platform Baige 2.0. Other interesting tech released by the company includes UniBEV (an integrated vehicle-road solution ), Big Model ERNIE 3.0 Zeus, Big Model ERNIE-ViLG 2.0, and new video content generation and editing technology.
China’s shift to Artificial Intelligence
China wants to be the global technology leader, and many Chinese companies are already restructuring their goals and policies to shift their business to Artificial Intelligence and related services. Tech giants like Tencent, Alibaba, and ByteDance are all gearing up to launch their own versions of ChatGPT and other AI services. Companies like Baidu, Alibaba, JD.com, and Kuaishou, already have put up job offers and adverts for Artificial Intelligence-related job postings and are offering a monthly salary of up to 100,000 yuan ($14,543) for these positions.
The Chinese government is also supporting and encouraging homegrown companies to develop AI technology that will put the country on the global map. Beijing is supporting its leading firms, in building large artificial intelligence (AI) models that can challenge ChatGPT.
Recently four Nokia smartphones have received Bluetooth SIG certification. The devices have been listed with model numbers TA-1533, TA-1536, TA-1541, and TA-1539 and support 2G, 3G, and 4G network connectivity along with Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi support. Although not much information is available about the devices, it is believed that all four models might be the same device with different model numbers.
According to reports, the TA-1533 model number is linked to the Nokia C22 smartphone that was recently launched ahead of the MWC Event in Barcelona. The certification hints that the smartphone might be launched in more markets soon.
The Nokia C22 smartphone is a budget-friendly device and was launched on 25th February 2023. It comes with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a screen resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and runs on the Android 13 (Go edition) operating system. It is powered by a Unisoc SC9863A (28nm) Chipset clocked at 1.6 GHz and comes with 2GB or 3GB RAM options and 64GB internal storage.
The smartphone features a 13MP + 2MP dual-camera setup at the rear and an 8MP front camera. It also comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and other sensors like an accelerometer and proximity sensor. The device is backed by a 5000mAh battery with 10W wired fast charging and is available in Sand and Midnight Black color variants.
Nokia claims that the device will provide its users with three-day-long battery life and features an AI-powered battery management system. The smartphone is priced at EUR 109 (approximately Rs. 9,500) and is yet to be launched in other smartphone markets, including India.
Pebble recently launched the Spectra Pro and Vision Bluetooth calling smartwatches in India. Now, the brand has debuted another wearable with the BT calling capability called the Pebble Cosmos Bold. With a metallic shock-proof casing that exudes a premium vibe, the affordable watch is packed with a plethora of health-centric features that are worth checking out.
Pebble Cosmos Bold specs & features
Boasting an impressive 1.39-inch round IPS display with a screen resolution of 360×360 pixels and 500 nits of brightness, the Cosmos Bold by Pebble offers more than 100+ cloud-based watch faces to choose from.
Equipped with Bluetooth version 5.0, a loudspeaker, and a microphone, the smartwatch allows access to recent call logs and the keypad for direct number dialing. Its health-centric features include a heart rate sensor, SpO2 monitor, sleep, step, and calorie trackers, and over 100 sports modes to track a wide range of activities.
With a 260mAh battery, the Cosmos Bold can last up to 7 days on a single charge. It also offers a Zen mode for relaxation, inbuilt games, an alarm clock, calendar, calculator, timer, flashlight, Find phone feature, music/camera controls, and various menu UIs.
The watch also supports social media apps, SMS, call, and other notifications. What’s more, it supports voice assistance via Google Assistant and Siri, as well as Hindi language, and has an IP67 rating.
Pricing & availability
The Pebble Spectra Pro is currently available in Jet Black, Midnight Gold, Winter Blue, and Misty Grey color variants. It can be purchased for Rs. 2,299 from both the official Pebble website and Flipkart.
Just last week, the pre-orders for the highly anticipated OnePlus Buds Pro 2R truly wireless earbuds had officially kicked off. Now, the company has finally began the first open sales for the Buds Pro 2R starting today (14th March 2023).
Talking about the earbuds itself, the Buds Pro 2R arrives as a more affordable version of the Chinese smartphone maker’s Buds Pro 2. Both models are practically identical, although, the Buds Pro 2R lacks two notable features, which is the head tracking and wireless charging. Despite not supporting head tracking, the earbuds still offers Spatial Audio. The Buds Pro 2R houses a dual driver setup with 11mm and 6mm MelodyBoost drivers that were co created with Dynaudio.
While it lacks certain features, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2R is still a high end pair of TWS earbuds. It offers 48 decibels of TUV certified Adaptive Noise Cancellation and 54ms of low latency. Other notable features include Dolby Atmos and 39 hours of total battery life with 9 hours from the earbuds alone with ANC turned off. The earbuds is currently available for purchase as of 12PM IST today.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2R has launched in two color options, namely OBsidian Black and Misty White. It has a price tag of 9,999 INR and will be available for purchase on Amazon, the company’s official website, and even the OnePlus Experience Stores offline. One can even avail a 500 INR discount by buying the earbuds through ICICI Bank Credit Cards, Credit & Debit EMI transactions. An additional 150 INR can be availed through ICICI net banking.
Lenovo has recently unveiled its latest Yoga Pro 14s (2023) laptop with a new color scheme called “Sunshine Reflecting the Tide”. The laptop is a sleek and lightweight that supports 180° opening and closing. The company has made some changes over the previous generation, with some design similarities. Here are the details…
Lenovo’s official self-exposure video shows YOGA Pro 14s 2023 laptop with jewel-like design
Lenovo has share a new video on Weibo about the s Yoga Pro 14s. The company has made some changes to the laptop’s design, including slightly more prominent “little bangs” that make it easier to open and close the laptop with one hand. The whole machine has a theme color of fog sea blue, and the Lenovo logo and keyboard are in rose gold and gold, respectively. The breathing lamp adds to the laptop’s premium look and feel.
The Yoga Pro 14s 2023 also boasts a range of interface features, including an updated power interface, with two sides for HDMI, two Type-C, and one USB-A, as well as a 3.5mm headphone jack. An electronic control switch for the camera ensures users’ privacy is protected and puts them in full control of their data.
With the “s” suffix, the laptop is designed for those who are always on the go, and it’s set to be released at the end of April. The Yoga Pro 14s 2023 is expected to be popular among tech enthusiasts and professionals. Stay tuned to Gizmochina for updates.
Meizu has just revealed the launch date for its next generation of flagship Meizu 20 series smartphones. The company will be hosting an event later this month in China where it will also be unveiling the premium grade handset. So here are all the details.
The Chinese smartphone maker has announced that it will be hosting a new event with Lynk & Co on 30th March 2023 at the Shanghai Mercedes-Benz Cultural Center at 19:30 CST. During this conference, the company is set to launch Meizu 20 series of flagship phones, Flyme 10, and even Flyme Auto, which is an in vehicle user interface software. Alongside these new products, the event will also include announcements for new Lynk & Co products that will be showcased on the same stage.
At the moment, the Meizu 20 series of smartphones are now available for reservations on major e-commerce platforms and Meizy mall. For those unaware, the upcoming premium grade lineup consists of the Meizu 20 and 20 Pro models. Based on what we know so far, the smartphones will feature a high 144Hz refresh rate display with narrow bezels. The display will also offer 1.07 billion colors, HDR support, and low blue light certification. The company is known for building smartphones that are quite attractive and these devices are no different.
Being high end phones, the 20 series will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Furthermore, the devices will also house a dual stereo speaker setup, 13 high energy antennas, and 36242mm² of heat dissipation area for better thermals. So stick around for more as we will be covering the launch event.
As scheduled, Xiaomi launched the first Redmi-branded Amazon FireOS-powered smart TV in India today. The product officially goes by Redmi Smart Fire TV. The television currently arrives in a single 32-inch variant.
For the unaware, this is not the first FireOS TV from Xiaomi. The company sells a couple of models in Europe. But those televisions are Xiaomi-branded and not Redmi like this one.
Let’s check out what this new Redmi TV for India has to offer.
Redmi Smart Fire TV 32 Specifications
The TV sports a 32-inch LED-backlit LCD panel with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels (HD Ready), and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display supports up to 6.5ms response time and a 178° viewing angle. Just like all Xiaomi televisions, it comes with the company’s proprietary picture profile called ‘Vivid Picture Engine’.
The screen is further paired with 20W (2 x 10W) speakers. There’s support for Dolby Audio, DTS-HD, and DTS Virtual: X. The TV has a metal frame but other parts of the body, including stands, are plastic.
It is powered by an unnamed chipset comprising a quad-core CPU (4 x ARM Cortex-A35) and an ARM Mali G31 MP2 GPU. The silicon is paired with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage.
The device boots Amazon Fire OS 7 with support for all the leading streaming platforms, free live TV channels, Alexa, Miracast, and Apple AirPlay. It ships with a new voice-enabled remote control, which is different from the one included with the firm’s Android TV-powered televisions. This latest remote includes useful keys for playback controls, mute, guide, apps, and Alexa.
On the connectivity front, the TV offers dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and Ethernet. It comes with all the essential ports, such as 1 x AV, 2 x HDMI (one of them is ARC compatible), a 3.5mm headphone jack, an antenna, and 2 x USB.
Last but not least, the television ships in an eco-friendly box that can be repurposed for DIY furniture.
Redmi Smart Fire TV 32 Price and Availability in India
The Redmi Smart Fire TV 32 is priced at ₹13,999 (~$170) in India. However, for a limited time, it will be sold at ₹12,999 (~$158). Customers can avail bank discount/coupon to further lower the price to ₹11,999 (~$146).
The television will be available for purchase starting at 12 PM on March 21. It will be sold via Mi.com and Amazon India.
Microsoft is exploring new revenue streams through generative AI chatbots and has begun showcasing its ad format for its ChatGPT version of Bing Search to advertisers. The new Bing encourages users to give more input through dialogue and can answer questions and complete tasks in a concise manner through an artificial intelligence chatbot. Compared to traditional search engines, users comparing different items also get an annotated response that indicates the source of the information, and advertisers can extend text ads, multimedia ads, product ads, and vertical ads to the new Bing chatbot without creating a separate ad delivery plan.
While campaigns run through Bing search will automatically expand to the chatbot, advertisers cannot currently place ads exclusively through the Bing chatbot. Advertisers will receive a separate report on the new Bing ads, and Microsoft will aggregate the performance of all search ads and send them to advertisers. The number of daily active users of the new Bing has reached 100 million, according to Dennis Westerbeek, senior digital marketer at digital agency Adwise, who participated in Microsoft Advertising’s roadshow event in Amsterdam.
However, agency sources have raised questions about how Bing chatbots will enable ad targeting. It is not clear whether the ads users see are based on search keywords, users’ own data, or content generated by artificial intelligence in chat results. Microsoft declined to comment. Microsoft hopes to use the outside world’s attention to the new Bing and OpenAI to promote commercial realization. Microsoft has previously said that every percentage point increase in this market share can bring in $2 billion in search advertising revenue. Google is also working on its own AI conversational search called Bard.
In a time when consumers around the world are extending their replacement cycle for smartphones, one smartphone manufacturer has managed to break the trend and achieve contrarian growth in sales. OnePlus, under the leadership of President Li Jie, has announced that it has achieved a year-on-year sales growth of 260% in 2023, making it the fastest-growing smartphone brand.
Li Jie attributes this success to the company’s dual-brand strategy and the release of three strong products, the OnePlus 11, OnePlus Ace 2, and OnePlus Ace 2V. These products have been praised for their strength, affordability, and popularity among consumers in the $300-$700 price range. Despite facing controversy and challenges, OnePlus has remained steadfast in its commitment to creating good products for its users.
In addition to thanking its users for their support, Li Jie has also promised more surprises from OnePlus in the coming days of 2023. This announcement comes as a refreshing break in an industry that has been struggling with declining sales due to factors such as the pandemic, and global recession.
OnePlus’ success can also be attributed to its strong online presence. The company’s official flagship store on JD.com and Tmall has seen a significant increase in visitors.
Overall, OnePlus’ contrarian growth in 2023 is a testament to the company’s commitment to innovation and providing quality products to its users. As the smartphone industry continues to face challenges, OnePlus has proven that it is possible to achieve success by staying true to its principles and delivering what consumers want.
POCO has just launched its latest entry from its mid range X series of smartphones in the Indian market. The company has released the new POCO X5 in the region today (14th March 2023), so here are all the details.
The X5 sports a 6.7 inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that offers 1200 nits of peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. This panel also supports 100 percent DCI P3 color gamut along with SGS certification for eye care. Meanwhile, the rear packs a triple camera setup on a large camera island that also carries the brand’s logo. Under the hood, the POCO X5 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC that is paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.
On the rear, it features a 48 megapixel primary camera that is paired with an 8 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 2 megapixel macro sensor. The front houses a 13 megapixel selfie shooter in a center aligned punch hole cutout. The smartphone is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports up to 33W fast charging. Other notable features include, IP53 water and dust resistance, 3.5mm headphone hack with Hi-Res audio support, IR Blaster, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and more.
The POCO X5 5G will be available in India in two storage variants. The 6GB + 128GB model has a price tag of 18,999 INR, while the higher end 8GB + 256GB variant costs 20,999 INR. The Chinese smartphone maker is also offering a bank discount worth and an additional exchange offer worth 2,000 on the first day of the sale. The device will go on sale starting from March 21 and the device will be available in three color options, namely Jaguar Black, Wildcat Blue, and Supernova Green, exclusively on Flipkart.
The Redmi Note 10S and the POCO F2 Pro, two of Xiaomi’s best-selling smartphones, have now received the MIUI 14 update. The latest version of Xiaomi’s customized Android ROM, MIUI 14, adds a number of new features and enhancements to its smartphones.
The Redmi Note 10S MIUI 14 update is built on Android 13, the latest release of Google’s mobile operating system. The update, with the build number V14.0.2.0.TKLMIXM has been released for the device’s global variant. A new visual design, enhanced home screen functionality, increased battery life, and faster app start times are all included in the update.
The POCO F2 Pro MIUI 14 update is based on Android 12, the previous version of Google’s operating system. The device’s European version has received the update, which has the build number V14.0.1.0.SJKEUXM. Here’s the changelog of updates for the Redmi Note 10S smartphone.
Highlights
MIUI uses less memory now and keeps being swift and responsive over much more extended periods.
Attention to detail redefines personalization and brings it to a new level.
Basic experience
MIUI uses less memory now and keeps being swift and responsive over much more extended periods.
Personalization
Attention to detail redefines personalization and brings it to a new level.
Super icons will give your Home screen a new look. (Update the Home screen and Themes to the latest version to be able to use Super icons.)
Home screen folders will highlight the apps you need most making them just one tap away from you.
More features and improvements
Search in Settings is now more advanced. With search history and categories in results, everything looks much crisper now.
System
Stable MIUI based on Android 13
Updated Android security patch to February 2023. Increased System security.
The updated MIUI 14, which is based on Android 13, makes it possible for the devices to run faster, consistently, and responsively. The system is much easier to understand, requires less memory, and is more effective. The photonic engine architecture, system applications, and third-party apps are all fully accelerated in addition to being smoother and more power-efficient.
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