Huawei Watch GT Runner Gets HarmonyOS 3 Update

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Mar 6, 2023

Noise has launched a new smartwatch in India. The homegrown brand has collaborated with fashion and accessories company HRX for its latest offering. The new device is dubbed the Noise HRX Bounce. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

The Noise HRX Bounce features a circular dial with a 1.39-inch HD display and raise to wake feature. There are more than 150 customisable watch faces. The device has a sporty look with a metallic design, a rotating crown, and a physical button. It is IP67-certified water-resistant.

On the fitness front, the Noise HRX Bounce is equipped with a heart-rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, menstrual cycle tracker, and sleep monitor. The device is also capable of measuring stress levels and offering breathing sessions. The smartwatch packs support for 100 sports modes.

The Noise HRX Bounce comes with a built-in speaker and a microphone for Bluetooth calling functionality. It offers access to recent logs and can save eight contacts on the device. The smartwatch packs convenient features like weather details, remote camera control, and more. The Noise HRX Bounce is powered by a 230mAh battery unit that is claimed to last up to seven days on a single charge.

The Noise HRX Bounce costs Rs 2,499 and is offered in Midnight Blue, Active Green, Active White, Active Black, and Jet Black colours. It can be purchased from Myntra, Flipkart, and the brand’s official website.

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Nvidia May Face Major Threat to Sales as US Plans More Sanctions on Huawei

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Mar 6, 2023

American technology company Nvidia may face new challenges as the US plans to add more sanctions on trade with the Chinese tech giant Huawei. China is Nvidia’s second-largest trade partner with an annual revenue of $7111 million in 2022 alone and the Chinese company Huawei is an important customer of Nvidia.

According to Reuters, a draft report by the US government proposes to add more restrictions and sanctions on trade with Huawei. As per the draft report, the proposed 2023 amendment of (the Commerce Department’s) licensing will likely have a high economic impact on Nvidia.

Nvidia declined to comment on the matter and said that the company is in no position to comment on pending licenses. However, the company said that China was a very important market for the US semiconductor industry and the company would work globally with customers and partners to comply with all applicable export controls and meet market demand.

The US Department of Commerce did not provide an official comment on the report. A senior officer from the State Department said that the document was a preliminary draft prepared by an outside contractor and the government had still not reviewed or approved the contents of the report. He further added that the government had written and contracted multiple reports on this subject, based on different contingencies, which arrive at very different conclusions.

Though the draft is not approved by the government, it sheds light on the US government’s plan to impose additional sanctions on the Chinese technology conglomerate Huawei. Apart from Nvidia, it also mentioned the tech giant Qualcomm and its business with Huawei. However, the draft concluded that in the case of Qualcomm and Huawei, Huawei stood a chance to lose more than Qualcomm as it heavily relied on Qualcomm’s chips to power its smartphones.

In 2019, the Trump administration added Huawei to the infamous entity list. The current Biden administration has continued with the restrictions and is increasing the curbs on Huawei and other Chinese tech companies. Under the US sanctions, exports, re-exports, and transfers to Huawei and its listed affiliates of any items subject to the EAR (including EAR99 items) without a license are restricted.

Trump administration imposed the trade ban on Huawei, citing national security concerns, which barred the company from using Android OS for its new smartphones, among other critical U.S.-origin technologies. The sanctions caused its smartphone sales to plummet. However, Huawei continues to generate revenue via its networking equipment and cloud divisions and is now exploring the lucrative electric vehicle (EV) sector.

Apple iPhone 15 Pro to Feature a Unified Volume Rocker & New Mute Button

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Mar 6, 2023

The Apple iPhone 15 series is set to launch later this year and is expected to bring some notable changes in its design. One of these major changes is rumored to be the new solid state buttons, and a recent report has revealed additional details. So here are all the details.

Over the last couple of weeks, we have already reported on the Cupertino based giant planning on launching the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max featuring solid state buttons. However, now a new report has revealed that the design of the volume rockers itself is also being revamped with a single new unified volume buttons. In other words, the device will have a single long volume rocker rather than two separate buttons like in the previous generation models.

The latest renders leak reveals that the iPhone 15 Pro CAD model shows two pins in a single indentation rather than having two pins for two of the indentations. On the other hand, YouTuber ZoneOfTech further added that the “mute switch will also switch to a singular press button, rather than the up and down switch that we have now.” This is one of the major changes since the switch to put the iPhone on mute has been a feature for a while now.

For those unaware, the new solid state buttons would offer haptic feedback for the power and volume controls on its upcoming iPhone 15 Pro models. This will reportedly be powered by two additional Taptic Engines to the iPhone 15 Pro models. On the other hand, the based iPhone 15 and possibly the iPhone 15 Plus will likely retain the mechanical buttons.

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Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition With Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 120Hz Quad-Curved LTPO Display Launched

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Mar 6, 2023

Honor launched the Magic 5, Magic 5 Pro, and Magic 5 Lite at Mobile World Congress last week. The smartphones have now debuted in China along with an additional model. It is the Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition which is exclusive to the home market. The device arrives as the successor to the last year’s Magic 4 Ultimate Edition. Read on to know what the Magic 5 Ultimate Edition offers out of the box.

The Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition packs top-of-the-line specifications. It boasts a 6.81-inch quad-curved OLED display bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The device is IMAX Enhanced certified with support for HDR10+. The device has a pill-shaped cutout at the top left corner and the back panel has a protruding camera module in the centre. The panel also protrudes vertically below the camera island like the OPPO’s Find X5. The smartphone is also IP68 dust and water-resistant.

In the photography department, the Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition sports triple rear cameras. The setup comprises a 50MP main sensor, 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto unit with a 100x digital zoom. On the front, there is a 12MP snapper and a 3D depth camera. Both the front and rear cameras support 4K video recording.

Under the hood, the Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition houses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It packs 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB storage onboard. The smartphone is also equipped with the brand’s RF enhancement chip, security chip, and display chip. The device draws its power from a 5,450mAh battery unit with support for 66W wired and 50W wireless charging. Honor says that the Magic 5 Ultimate Edition uses ‘Qinghai Lake’ battery cell which is a silicon carbon anode battery offering a 12.8% higher energy density compared to lithium batteries.

Software-wise, the Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition runs on Magic UI 7.1 based on Android 13. Connectivity options on the device include 5G, WiFi-6, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, and NFC port.

The Honor Magic 5 Ultimate Edition carries a price tag of RMB 6,699 (~$966). It is offered in Elegant Black and Burning Orange colours. It is up for pre-orders today with sales commencing from March 10th in China.

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Google Contacts App Adds “For You” Tab To Remind You of Birthdays

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Mar 6, 2023

Google Contacts app gets a new update, which includes a “For you” tab to remind users of birthdays, anniversaries, and significant dates of their contacts. This new feature is a useful addition for people who tend to forget important dates of their loved ones. The app displays a profile card of the contact, including a photo, name, birth date, and a countdown to their next birthday. Users can also add other significant dates by editing the contact’s information.

The update also adds a shortcut to call or text the contact, making it easier for users to reach out and wish their loved ones on their special day. The app’s “Highlights” tab displays the contacts you’ve most recently looked up and those that were just added, making it easier to find the contacts you need.

Google has been continuously improving its apps to enhance the user experience, and this update is a testament to that. The company has a great habit of taking its apps and making them as useful as possible, adding little features that make a big difference in the user’s life. Google Maps is a prime example of how the company has improved its apps over the years, making it one of the most popular navigation apps in the world.

Overall, the new update to Google Contacts app is a welcome addition for people who want to keep track of important dates and stay in touch with their loved ones. The app is available on Android devices (version 4.2), and users can install it from the Play Store listing. With this update, the Google Contacts app is set to become an essential app for anyone who wants to stay organized and never forget an important date again.

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Huawei Qingyun S540 Enterprise Laptop Goes Official: 12th Gen Intel CPU, 14-inch Display, and More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 6, 2023

Huawei Qingyun series of products are meant for enterprises and government agencies in China. The company has announced a new laptop under this lineup called Huawei Qingyun S540.

The firm says that its new enterprise notebook is designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Let’s check out what this computer has to offer.

The latest laptop from Huawei features a metal unibody design and arrives in a single silver color option. It weighs about 1.39kg with a thickness of around 17.2mm.

The notebook is powered by up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1260P processor with Intel Iris Xe GPU. The chipset is paired with up to 16GB DDR4 RAM (dual-channel) and 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD. The RAM and storage can be expanded by up to 48GB and 4TB, respectively.

Further, the computer sports a 14-inch IPS LCD screen with an FHD resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The anti-glare display can cover 100% of the sRGB color gamut.

The connectivity options on the laptop include WiFi 6, 1 x USB Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A), 1 x HDMI 1.4, 1 x USB 2.0 (Type-A), a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an RJ45 Ethernet port.

The notebook features a 180° hinge and a backlit keyboard with 1.5mm key travel. Last but not least, it is backed by a 56Wh battery with support for 65W charging.

Huawei is yet to reveal pricing and availability of Qingyun S540. It will most likely remain exclusive to China, like the other Qingyun series products.

Honor Band 7 NFC Launched; Supports Upto 96 Sports Mode

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Mar 6, 2023

During the MWC 2023 event, Honor debuted its Honor Magic 5 line of smartphones in the global market. The brand has now launched its newly upgraded Honor Band 7 NFC in the Chinese market. The smart band includes a plethora of fascinating features such as colour touchscreen display support, low oxygen level alert, up to 96 different sports modes, and many more. Let’s take a closer look at the product and its specifications.

Starting with the display, the smartwatch has got a 1.47-inch colour touchscreen AMOLED display with 2.5D curved edges. The brand has further added support for multiple watch faces which can be customized using the companion application. As the name suggests, it has got support for multi-purpose NFC sensor.

As for health, it comes with the support of Sp02 blood oxygen level measurement, auto sleep monitoring, female health tracking, up to 96 different sports mode tracking and much more. Additional features include support for Bluetooth remote photo capture, music control, notification reminder, find my phone etc. The user can view complete health data such as stress level, SpO2 level and overall health score using the companion application.

The brand claims that the gadget can last up to 2 weeks on a full charge. It supports fast charging and can be re-charged using the magnetic charger provided in-box. The smart band is priced at CNY 289 and will be available in three different colour options; Rose powder, Cedar green and Fantasy night. It will go on sale starting March 20th, 2023, and in the first sale, it would be available for an introductory price of CNY 239.

So that was all we had to cover up regarding the newly launched device. What are your thoughts on this? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below. Thanks a lot for reading the post till the end.

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OPPO Find N2 Flip’s Price In India To Be Revealed On March 13

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Mar 6, 2023

After launching in December last year, OPPO brought the Find N2 Flip to global markets last month. The brand had announced the price of the device in the UK, however, the pricing and availability are different for various regions. Now, OPPO’s India branch is set to announce the foldable phone’s pricing in the country on March 13th. The timing of the price reveal has not been mentioned but we can expect it at 12 noon IST.

Oh Snap, the big unveil is almost here!
Price reveal on Mar 13th! pic.twitter.com/0tplNhEBe4
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As for the core specifications, the OPPO Find N2 Flip is a vertical clamshell folding phone with a creaseless design. It features aviation-grade materials to ensure that the small hinge has enough strength for folding needs with 10-year quality assurance. The device has a slightly boxy form factor and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button.

The OPPO Find N2 Flip has a 6.8-inch AMOLED screen bearing an FHD+ resolution, an adaptive refresh rate of 120Hz, 1,600 nits peak brightness, and HDR support. There is a large 3.26-inch secondary AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 720 x 382 pixels. It can be used to browse information, quick replies, answer calls, take quick photos, and do more tasks.

Internally, the OPPO Find N2 Flip is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor coupled with 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The foldable phone draws its power from a 4,300mAh battery unit with support for 44W fast charging. Software-wise, it runs on ColorOS 13 based on Android 13 OS out of the box.

Find N2 Flip Promises Flagship-Level Camera Experience

In the imaging department, OPPO has teamed up with Hasselblad to develop an imaging system that includes sensor colour calibration, natural colour optimization, and more. The brand says that Find N2 Flip brings flagship-grade imaging performance to the flip-style foldable form factor. The device has a 50MP main camera paired with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. There is a 32MP front-facing snapper housed in the centre-aligned punch-hole cutout of the main display. The Find N2 Flip also features the brand’s MariSilicon X dedicated NPU. The foldable phone offers various features like 4K recording with DOL-HDR support, HDR fusion, and more.

The OPPO Find N2 Flip is offered in Moonlight Purple and Astral Black colours. We will know about the device’s pricing and availability next week.

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Unisoc Competes for Global Market Share with MediaTek-Style Strategy

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Mar 6, 2023

When we think of mobile processors, Qualcomm is often the first company that comes to mind. This is because their chips are widely used in high-end and mid-range devices. However, it may come as a surprise to many that MediaTek, a Taiwanese manufacturer, is actually the world’s top-selling chip producer, surpassing even Qualcomm. With a wide range of chips produced for all kinds of devices, MediaTek has secured a significant market share. Following in their footsteps, Chinese company Unisoc is also adopting a similar strategy to expand their market share, particularly in the low-end smartphone chip market. Here are the details…

At Unisoc’s Shanghai showroom, China’s chip ambitions remain strong in the mature technology arena

Chinese chip firm Unisoc is expanding its market share in low-end smartphone chips, The company’s success lies in its focus on less advanced chips, allowing it to remain relatively unscathed by US sanctions to date. In fact, Unisoc’s share of the global smartphone chip market was 10% in Q3 2022, according to market research firm Counterpoint, ahead of Samsung Electronics.

Unisoc’s success with 5G chips is notable, including the launch of the T820 chip in November 2022 and the subsequent launch of a 5G communication solution at the Mobile World Conference in Barcelona in March 2023. Unisoc’s T820 chip was made possible by a team of more than 200 engineers who slept at the office for nearly three months during Covid lockdowns last year.

Unisoc has not elaborated on plans for mass production of the chip, but the company has launched three 5G chips using a 6-nanometre extreme ultraviolet lithography process, with the other two chips achieving mass production and being adopted by low-end smartphone brands in China. Despite Unisoc’s success, the company remains exposed to US sanctions because China still lacks advanced fabrication plants of its own.

For example, Huawei’s chip design unit, HiSilicon, was hobbled by US trade sanctions on exports of advanced chips, which required Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co to stop doing business with it. Unisoc has ramped up efforts to diversify its operations, extending the application of 5G chips beyond consumer electronic products to industrial solutions such as medical services, logistics, electricity, and mining, among others. The company’s shipments of 5G Internet of Things (IoT) chips and modules also increased 146% last year.

Unisoc is conducting a new 10 billion yuan (US$1.45 billion) fundraising round, according to Reuters, and its business covers more than 133 countries, with 80% of its products sold to overseas markets. Unisoc’s success underscores the life in the domestic semiconductor industry, particularly the section that focuses on more mature chip technologies.

According to China’s chip design industry association, the country had 3,243 chip design firms by the end of 2022, with their combined sales up 16% from a year ago. While risks remain, Unisoc is a shining example of how Chinese semiconductor companies can survive and even thrive under US trade sanctions.

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Xiaomi Modena EV mass production could begin in H1 2023: Lei Jun

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Mar 6, 2023

Xiaomi founder and CEO, Lei Jun, recently revealed during that the company’s progress with its first ever electric vehicle has been exceeded expectations and that its mass production stage is not too far away.

The senior executive of the Chinese tech giant stated that the winter tests were also completely successful and he expects the car to launch sometime next year. Furthermore, he also revealed that he believes that mass production of the car can be achieved by the first half of next year. Lei Jun added that he spends half of his time working on the brand’s automobile project. As of 2022, Xiaomi has already invested over 3 billion Yuan (roughly 433 million US Dollars) into its Auto unit, with a team consisting of more than 2,300 individuals for the research and development into automobiles.

The company has built its own automobile base for car manufacturing in Yizhuang, Beijing, which also includes sales headquarters and research and development center. The company also plans to build a complete vehicle factory for the upcoming EVs that will be capable of producing around 300,000 vehicles in two phases. The first car model is expected to roll off the assembly line and achieve mass production by 2024.

Based on all the previous leaks, the Xiaomi Modena EV is expected to be a medium sized sedan that features a sporty design. While finer details regarding the upcoming car is still at large, reports have claimed that the vehicle could be priced around the 350,000 Yuan mark. This is all the information we have as of right, so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Samsung Galaxy A32 5G Modified with 30,000mAh Battery and Lightning Port

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Mar 6, 2023

Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. Today, we use these devices for everything from basic communication to financial transactions, which is why they are always within reach. However, regardless of the brand, the weakest and slowest developing part of our phones is undoubtedly the battery. Although manufacturers compensate for this situation with ever-increasing fast-charging technologies, it is not accurate to say that battery capacities have increased much in the last 10 years. Recently, a Galaxy A32 user modified his phone and increased its battery capacity to 30,000mAh. Here are the details…

Galaxy A32 modified with 30,000mAh battery

While most smartphones have a battery capacity of around 5,000mAh, a Reddit user, Downtown_Cranberry44, has modified his Samsung Galaxy A32 5G to have a whopping 30,000mAh battery. This modification involves replacing the internal battery with an external pack made up of six Samsung 50E cells, each with a capacity of 5,000mAh, wired in parallel.

Although the modified phone has an impressive battery capacity, it comes at a cost. The external battery pack is bulky, weighing over 450 grams, which is more than twice the original weight of the device. The modified phone also has multiple charging ports, including two USB-A, one USB-C, micro USB, and Lightning ports. It is possible to say that this port variety has surpassed even most modern laptops.

The 30,000mAh battery reportedly took seven hours to fully charge, and the battery lasted up to two days under heavy usage. However, the modified phone no longer recognizes the external battery pack and always reports 1% battery level. While the modified Samsung Galaxy A32 5G may not be visually appealing, it shows that some users are willing to go to great lengths to improve their smartphone’s battery life. As smartphone technology continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether manufacturers will prioritize battery capacity in their designs.

It’s worth remembering that don’t try this at home. This modification is just a fun project for experts and enthusiasts and an accident caused by amateur craftsmanship can even endanger your life.

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Acer Swift Go 14 Thin & Light Notebook Launched with Ryzen 7000 Series CPU

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Mar 6, 2023

Acer has just launched a brand new thin and light notebook in the Indian market. The new laptop model is the Swift Go 14, which is the latest entry in the company’s Swift series and arrives with some notable features. So let’s have a look.

The Taiwanese tech giant has announced the new Swift Go 14 that sports a 14 inch Full HD panel that has a high 86 percent screen to body ratio. It also comes with Acer ExaColor that optimizes display colors near D65 to deliver true colors. Furthermore, the company also placed an emphasis on cooling with the new laptop, since it features an upgraded TwinAir dual fan system and dual 6 copper pipes and an air inlet keyboard design.

With better thermals, the laptop can longer boost performance and avoid throttling. Acer’s new Swift Go 14 is lighter and thinner than all of the previous gen models weighing just 1.25 kilograms and measuring 15.99mm in thickness. It also comes with quick charge technology that enables 4 hours of use after just 30 minutes of charging. Despite its compact form factor, the new Swift Go 14 is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen 7000 series of processors.

It also comes with up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD and up to 16GB of LPDDR5 memory. Connectivity options include, USB Type C, USB Type A, and HDMI 2.1. The Swift Go 14 will start from 62,990 INR (roughly 771 US Dollars) and will be available from all Acer exclusive stores, the company’s official website, and Croma and Amazon as well.

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Motorola Moto G73 5G India Price Tipped

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Mar 6, 2023

Motorola debuted the Moto G73 5G in Europe in late January. The budget 5G smartphone is now set to launch in India later this week.

Ahead of its arrival in the country, a tipster has revealed the price of the device in the country. Let’s check out what he has to say.

Debayan Roy posted on Twitter that the Motorola Moto G73 5G will cost around ₹16,999-₹17,999 in India. As per him, this will be the price tag of the 8GB + 128GB memory configuration.

Going by the official teasers, the handset will arrive in this single memory option. However, customers will be able to pick it up in either white or blue color options.

As far as the features are concerned, the Moto G73 5G comes powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 930 chipset and boots Android 13. It sports a 6.5-inch centered punch-hole FHD+ 120Hz display (LCD).

It has a dual camera system comprising a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide unit. On the front, there’s a 16MP shooter.

Interestingly, it not only offers a 3.5mm headphone jack but also a MicroSD card slot (shared slot). There are also dual stereo speakers on board along with a side-facing fingerprint sensor.

Last but not least, the IP52-rated phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 30W wired charging.

The Moto G73 5G is scheduled to launch in India on March 10 at 12 PM IST. The official pricing and availability details will be announced at that time.

Apple Mixed Reality Headset May Work Seamlessly with iPhones

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Mar 6, 2023

It is already known that Apple is working on a brand new product line in the wearable category for a while now. This new mixed reality based headset is expected to be officially revealed soon. However, prior to its announcement, a new patent have hinted at some of its functionality.

Based on a patent filed in Europe, the upcoming “Multi-Device Continuity for use with Extended Reality (XR) Systems.” In other words, the AR/VR headset will come with support for Continuity features like Handoff or Universal Control that are already available on existing gadgets. For those unaware, Continuity is basically the term the Cupertino based giant uses to imply that its products are supported by multiple platforms and can seamlessly communicate with one another.

So we can expect the new XR headset (Extended Reality) to feature Continuity for seamless connection between your Apple products as long as you’re signed into the same Apple ID on all of your devices. The connection will be enabled through wireless communication tech like WiFi and Bluetooth. Interestingly, the patent also offered us an example on how such a technology would work. A user can be wearing the headset and go through an email that was received by the iPhone.

Meaning, a simple hand gesture will let you view the email on the larger virtual display. This basically adds to the over functionality of the headset. Continuity is quite a popular feature under Apple with its macOS based PCs and iPhones being capable of communicating with one another. This basically makes the users’ life a lot more convenient and is typically added on most of the brand’s products.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Tab S8 FE Rumored to Launch in August

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Mar 6, 2023

According to a recent rumor, Samsung is planning to launch the Galaxy S23 FE in August this year, alongside some of the company’s top-of-the-line foldable devices, the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5.

This new information comes after Samsung’s decision to skip over the Galaxy S22 FE, which has left many fans eagerly awaiting the Galaxy S23 FE’s release. The upcoming “cheap” premium phone is expected to be a hit with budget-conscious consumers, offering high-end features at an affordable price.

But that’s not all that Samsung has in store for its fans this year. Leaked information suggests that the Galaxy Tab S8 FE may also be making an appearance at the August event.

The highly anticipated Galaxy Tab S9 series is also rumored to be launched at the same Unpacked event. While it’s unusual for Samsung to debut two major tablet releases at the same event, it seems plausible that the Tab S8 FE could be launched alongside the Galaxy S23 FE and foldable devices.

Previously a Korean report also claimed that Galaxy Tab S8 FE could be launched in August or September. If the rumors are true, the Galaxy Tab S8 FE could be a successor to the Tab S7 FE, which was released in May 2021. The tablet is said to have a MediaTek chipset, an LCD display, and Stylus support and its model number is rumored to be “SM-X506B.” While some may be skeptical about the veracity of these leaks, Samsung has a history of surprising its fans with unexpected announcements at its Unpacked events.

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Apple’s Dependency on Third-Party Manufacturers Will Reduce in 2023

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Mar 6, 2023

Did you know that regardless of the brand of your phone, it is not actually produced by a single company? In order to produce a phone, it is necessary to manufacture components in many different areas such as the screen, processor, and battery. This is a job that requires expertise and significant investment. For this reason, dozens of different companies may have their signatures on a single device. However, many companies, especially Apple, continue to work to reduce this situation, which can be called “external or third-party dependency”. The US tech giant, which has been producing its own processors for a while, plans to introduce its own 5G modem in its flagship iPhones. Here are the details…

Apple’s 5G Modem To Be Mass Produced On TSMC’s 3nm Process, Risk Production Starting In Late 2023

Apple’s plans to introduce its own 5G modem in its flagship iPhone range is getting closer to reality. The tech giant is expected to break Qualcomm’s exclusivity by employing its own custom solution, codenamed ‘Ibiza,’ in the iPhone 16 family, which will be mass-produced on TSMC’s 3nm technology. The move is part of Apple’s efforts to be free of third-party chip providers, including Broadcom.

According to a report by Commercial Times, supply chain sources revealed that risk production for Apple’s custom 5G modem is expected to begin in the second half of 2023, with wafer output slowly increasing in the first half of 2024. This timeline suggests that the iPhone 15 lineup will continue to use Qualcomm’s 5G modems exclusively, likely taking advantage of the newest Snapdragon X70.

However, Apple’s goal is to incorporate cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity in a single package, which will take several years to reach completion. In the meantime, Apple is focused on delivering a 5G modem with power savings, better integration with the iPhone, and broader features set in satellite connectivity.

With the introduction of its own 5G modem, Apple will have greater control over its hardware and software, allowing the company to deliver better performance and efficiency in its devices. It’s also a significant step towards achieving Apple’s long-term goal of being less reliant on third-party suppliers, giving the company more control over its supply chain.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X65 5G modem on the iPhone 14 — Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X65 modem on the iPhone 14

While the transition towards in-house modem development will take several years, it’s a significant step towards Apple’s long-term goal of being less reliant on third-party suppliers.

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OnePlus Ace 2V Launch Event: When And How To Watch

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Mar 6, 2023

OnePlus is gearing up to launch a new phone in its Ace series in China. The upcoming offering is dubbed the OnePlus Ace 2V and it will debut in the country tomorrow. The brand has already revealed key details of the smartphone. Read on to learn more details about the upcoming OnePlus product launch event.

OnePlus Ace 2V launch event: when and where to watch

The OnePlus Ace 2V is set to launch in China on March 7th i.e. tomorrow. The event will be live-streamed at 2:30 pm local time on the brand’s official Weibo handle. OnePlus will share the live stream post and link close to the launch event time.

OnePlus Ace 2V: key specifications and features

The OnePlus Ace 2V is confirmed to come with a 6.74-inch centre-aligned punch-hole OLED display bearing a 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 1,450 nits peak brightness, and HDR10+ support. The smartphone will feature a slightly compact form factor with flat aluminium side rails and a glass back. There is an alert slider and two traditional camera rings on the back panel.

Under the hood, the OnePlus Ace 2V will be equipped with a Dimensity 9000 processor coupled with 12GB and 16GB LPDDR5x RAM options and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The upcoming smartphone will draw its power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 80W fast charging. The OnePlus Ace 2V will feature game cloud computing tech that is said to solve network-related problems while playing games and reduce high latency times

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Microsoft’s VSR Technology for NVIDIA and AMD GPUs Brings AI-enhanced Video Quality to Edge Browser

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Mar 6, 2023

Microsoft’s Edge browser is introducing its version of Video Super Resolution (VSR), a technology that improves the quality of low-resolution videos. The feature is currently available to 50% of Edge insiders and will be enabled for the rest, later. Users can also enable this feature manually by changing the browser’s flag.

The AI-powered VSR technology removes compression artifacts and enhances text clarity in videos, improving the viewing experience. The technology is limited to low-resolution videos, specifically videos with resolutions lower than 720p, and videos that are not protected by Digital Rights Management (DRM), which means it may not work on premium streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video.

The technology requires significant computational power, and as such, Microsoft has limited its use to devices with NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs (GeForce RTX 20, 30, and 40 Series with Tensor Cores) and AMD Radeon RX GPUs (Radeon RX 5700 up to Radeon RX 7800). The technology is only available when the device is connected to AC power and the video being played has a height and width greater than 192 pixels.

While the technology is limited to discrete GPUs, Microsoft is working on automatic hybrid GPU support for laptops with multiple GPUs. This means that future versions of the technology may utilize both the integrated and discrete GPUs on laptops.

Due to the computation power required to cleanup and upscale videos, video super resolution (VSR) is currently offered only when the following conditions are met:

The device has one of the following GPUs:
NVIDIA RTX 20/30/40 series OR AMD RX5700-RX7800 series GPUs.
The video is played at less than 720p resolution.
The device is connected to AC power.
Both the height and width of the video are greater than 192 pixels.
The video is not protected with Digital Rights Management technologies like PlayReady or Widevine. Frames from these protected videos are not accessible to the browser for processing.
We are working on automatic Hybrid GPU support for laptops with multiple GPUs. Meanwhile, you can try VSR by changing Windows settings to force Edge to run on your discrete GPU.

When the feature is enabled, you will see an HD icon in the address bar. Clicking the icon will allow you to enable or disable the feature.

If you would like the try the feature out manually, you can enable the feature in edge://flags/#edge-video-super-resolution.

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