OWC has unveiled the Thunderbolt Go Dock. The dock comes with an improved design and greater functionality. The absence of a power brick for the model means that the Thunderbolt Go comes lighter than previous models.
The new Thunderbolt Go has significant improvements over the regular USB docks we have come to see in the market. Apart from the chunky adapter that is omitted in the new model, it has a side-mounted uplink that has versatile support from the earlier USBs to Thunderbolt. It offers power delivery of up to 90W in addition to the dual Thunderbolt outputs. There is also a single HDMI port, a 2.5Gb Ethernet jack, and dual 10Gbps type-A ports. The Thunderbolt Go has an upgraded AC input, together with an SD card slot and a USB 3.2 type-C port.
The Thunderbolt Go is also a very portable dock and by far, the best dual-monitor OWC dock thus far. The Thunderbolt Go is priced in Europe at €325 (~$350). A special pre-order offer is available for the device at $335 ahead of its March 2023 launch. The new Thunderbolt Go seems to have outperformed the previous Thunderbolt docks across several aspects. The old Thunderbolts are however still available via Amazon.
The ASUS Vivobook Classic series has been announced by ASUS. The new lineup comes in three variants and is equipped with AMD Ryzen 7000 APUs. They also feature 16:10 OLED displays and their APUs are Zen 3, not the newer Zen 3+ or Zen 4. The ASUS Vivobook 14 OLED, Vivobook 15 OLED, and Vivobook 16 are the models in the Classic lineup and they come with the model numbers M1405, M1505, and M1605.
All the laptops in the Vivobook Classic lineup have 8GB RAM and a SO-DIMM slot with support for 8GB extra memory. The laptops come with PCIe 3.0 NVMe storage, a 3.5mm jack, a DC power input, HDMI 1.4, and USB ports (types-A, C).
The ASUS Vivobook Classic models with an IPS display have a 42Wh battery while the OLED models come with a 50Wh pack. This means that the Vivobook 16, which is only available with an IPS panel, will have a 42Wh battery. On the other hand, the Vivobook 14 will have either an IPS panel or OLED. The Vivobook 15 comes in two OLED variants and omits an IPS panel.
The Vivobook 14 OLED has a 90Hz refresh rate and up to 600 nits of brightness. The IPS variant of the Vivobook 14 has a refresh rate of 60Hz and a peak brightness of 300 nits. The Vivobook 15 OLEDs are offered in a 16:9 aspect ratio and 600 nits of brightness. The two OLED options of the Vivobook 15 have 120Hz and 60Hz refresh rates respectively.
Finally, the ASUS Vivobook 16 has a 16:10 aspect ratio and 300 nits of peak brightness. They also feature a 60Hz refresh rate. There are no pricing and release details at this time for the Vivobook Classic series.
Meizu has barely launched any smartphones lately. In fact, the last flagship we saw from the brand was way back in 2019, the device was called Meizu 19. The Chinese company is now planning to return to the market with the new Meizu 20 series. The lineup is said to include the vanilla Meizu 20 and a higher-end Meizu 20 Pro. Today, the vanilla model’s protective case has appeared online, revealing its design. Let’s have a look.
A Pandaer-branded phone case has been doing rounds on the Chinese social media platform Weibo. The case has apparently been designed for the upcoming Meizu 20 and it even matches the phone’s design as revealed through patent images. Also, Pandaer is Meizu’s sub-brand which focuses on accessories and other gadgets.
The case can be seen with flat sides and a large vertical opening on the back for the camera module. On the right edge, there are the power and volume buttons. The Meizu 20 is expected to have 4 circular rings on the back housing at least 3 cameras. The display of the device will be equipped with a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera.
Meizu 20 (M381Q) and Meizu 20 Pro (M391Q) have recently bagged radio approval, and it has been revealed that the pro model will support UWB’s ultra-wideband function.
In addition, the Meizu 20’s battery and charging capacity has been revealed through national quality certification. The device could come with a 4600mAh battery and support 80W fast charging.
Both smartphones are expected to arrive with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. While there’s no official confirmation yet, rumors suggest the Meizu 20 could launch sometime in March. We’ll keep you posted.
Honor has confirmed to attend MWC (Mobile World Congress) 2023. The brand has scheduled its conference for February 27 at 1:30 PM CET.
It has even revealed the devices that will be unveiled at this event. They are Honor Magic 5 series and Honor Magic Vs.
The latter is the company’s latest foldable, which went official in China in late November. Whereas, the former will be new smartphones and a live image of one of them has leaked.
Digital Chat Station shared a live picture of the alleged Honor Magic 5 Pro on Weibo. The image includes two units with the camera app opened.
The tipster says that the phone will sport a quad-curved display with a pill-shaped cutout for dual front-facing cameras on the top left corner. Even the rear of the handset will feature quad curves. He jokingly calls it a ‘soap’.
Apart front the design apart, the leaker also talks about the camera zoom capabilities. The handset will offer four options, such as 0.5x, 1x, 3.5x, and 5x.
Unfortunately, that’s all the information he has to share. But we are looking forward to learning about more details in the coming days through leaks and official teasers.
As per reports, the Honor Magic 5 series will consist of four models, namely Honor Magic 5, Honor Magic 5 Pro, Honor Magic 5 Ultimate, and Honor Magic 5 Lite. The Pro and Ultimate were recently spotted on 3C with 100W fast wired charging support, while the vanilla version is expected to carry support for 66W charging.
Purported specs of the first three devices were disclosed by a non-reliable source in November. Similarly, the entire specs of the Lite variant were revealed by a reliable source earlier this month.
TP Vision has announced the 2023 Philips OLED TV lineup. The top pick of the new OLED TVs is the OLED+908 with a maximum brightness of 2,100 nits. The Philips OLED+908 also features Dolby Vision 4K, 120Hz refresh rate, and Google TV OS in place of Android TV. The lineup also features the OLED808 in several sizes including 42 inches.
The 2023 OLED TVs are a gamer’s delight, with several gaming-focused features. They are equipped with HDMI 2.1 eARC and the new XYZ light sensor. The models are equipped with the seventh-gen P5AI processor with V2 Ambient intelligence. It provides real-time color, lighting, and brightness adjustment. The accompanying XYZ light sensor provides color temperature optimization to match the lighting of the room.
The Philips +908 models use the latest META OLED panels with up to 70% improvement in brightness from the previous panels. They have a built-in 80W integrated 3.1 channel Bowers and Wilkins sound system with six front-mounted drivers. The OLED808 model uses OLED-EX panels with up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness. The model has a 70W 2.1 channel sound system.
The OLED+908 TVs will launch in the autumn and are available in 55, 65, and 77 inches while the OLED808 comes in five sizes. TP Vision has not provided exact launch dates and pricing details for the new Philips 2023 OLED TV lineup. The TVs however come with extensive features to catch the fancy of gamers.
Advancements in technology continue to simplify our lives. Computers with the power that once required massive components can now be found in a sleek format. The latest example of this is from Lenovo. The company has announced its latest lineup of Lenovo Xiaoxin notebooks that are thin and lightweight. Here are the details…
Lenovo Unveils its Latest Lineup of Thin and Light Notebooks: Xiaoxin Air 14 2023, Xiaoxin Pro 14/16 and Xiaoxin 16 2023
Lenovo has officially announced its latest lineup of thin and light notebooks, the Xiaoxin Air 14 2023, Xiaoxin Pro 14/16 and Xiaoxin 16 2023, which will be released on February 15th. The company has released a warm-up video to introduce the Xiaoxin Air 14 2023, which features a sleek metal body design in gray and purple options, weighing only 1.34 kg and measuring 14.9 mm in thickness.
In terms of display, the Xiaoxin Air 14 2023 is equipped with a high-quality 14-inch panel with a resolution of 2.8K, a refresh rate of 120Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut, 10-bit color depth, and 400 nits of brightness. The notebook is powered by an i5-1340P processor, 16GB LPDDR5 memory, and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. It also has four speakers and a range of ports, including dual Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.0, USB-A, and a 3.5mm headset interface.
The Xiaoxin 16 2023, on the other hand, comes with a larger 16-inch screen with a resolution of 2.5K and 100% sRGB color gamut. The notebook has a metal body with a weight of 1.89 kg and a thickness of 16.9mm, and is equipped with a 13th-generation Core-13400P processor, 16GB of memory, and an optional 1TB SSD. The battery capacity of the Xiaoxin 16 2023 is 75.4Wh, and it also supports an independent numeric keypad and large touchpad, full-featured USBC interface, 1080p high-definition camera, and Dolby sound effect speakers.
Lenovo’s latest lineup of thin and light notebooks offers a range of options for consumers looking for high-quality, portable computing devices. With the official release of the Xiaoxin Air 14 2023, Xiaoxin Pro 14/16 and Xiaoxin 16 2023 on February 15th, consumers can expect to get their hands on these devices soon.
Xiaoxin Air 14 2023
14-inch high-quality 2.8K 120Hz display with 100% sRGB color gamut and 400 nits brightness
1.34kg weight, 14.9mm thickness, and metal body design in gray and purple options
The Redmi Note 10 Pro is arguably the best value-for-money Redmi Note series smartphone to date. It was released in early 2021 with MIUI 12 based on Android 11.
Now, two years after its debut, the handset has started receiving the MIUI 14 update. The latest software build for the phone brings along Android 13 as well.
As per Xiaomiui, Xiaomi has begun to push MIUI 14 update for the Redmi Note 10 Pro. The update is currently live for the EEA variant of the device with build number V14.0.1.0.TKFEUXM.
Unsurprisingly, the new software build is limited to ‘Pilot Testers’. However, it should be available for every user in the coming days.
The update will enter the ‘Stable Beta’ phase next, followed by the ‘Stable’ channel. At the same time, it will likely reach other regional variants of the device.
Usually, Redmi Notes are eligible for two Android upgrades. Therefore, the Android 13-based MIUI 14 update is likely the last major software update for the Redmi Note 10 Pro since it has already received MIUI 13 based on Android 12 after launch.
Anyway, it should continue receiving security updates for a while. But we are not sure if it will get access to any more Android updates. However, there’s a chance of an MIUI upgrade.
The Redmi Note 10 Pro was one of the best smartphones when it went official. Even today, it can be considered a better alternative to cheap 5G handsets. Unfortunately, its official software support won’t last long.
Realme GT Neo 5 was launched in China last week with some impressive specifications. It debuts as the world’s fastest charging phone with support for 240W charging. There’s also a top-notch display and a powerful processor under the hood. The same device is expected to arrive on the global market as Realme GT 3. However, it seems the company also has a Speed Edition (SE) of GT Neo 5 in the works. Here are the details.
A Weibo blogger (@数码闲话站) has allegedly shared the AnTuTu score of the unannounced Realme GT Neo 5 SE. The handset is equipped with the yet-to-be-released Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1 processor. The chipset has managed to get a score of 1,029,731. For comparison, the Dimensity 8200 scored 8,62,438 points.
Any other detail about either the smartphone or the chipset is not known. We might learn more in the coming days. Meanwhile, let’s check out the specifications of the newly launched Realme GT Neo 5.
Realme GT Neo 5 Specifications
The Realme GT Neo 5 sports a 6.74-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels (1.5K), a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 2160Hz PWM dimming. Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, which is paired with up to 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 256GB or 1TB of UFS 3.1 internal storage, depending on the charging variant.
The 150W charging version packs a large 5,000mAh battery, while the super-fast 240W charging model gets a smaller 4,600mAh battery. The handset features a triple-camera setup with an OIS-enabled 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor, 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens (Sony IMX355), and a 2MP macro shooter.
Tesla has got the European certificate to install it’s latest and upgraded FSD Hardware 4.0 also known as HW4. The certificate issued by the Dutch vehicle authority RDW, dated January 20, 2023, allows the company to install the new hardware in Model S and X vehicles.
The FSD 4.0 comes with some major changes and upgrades which will make Tesla cars the most technologically advanced vehicles in the world.
source: Tesla
Though the details of the new system are not revealed, experts are speculating that the upgrades may include a generation 4 complex vehicle control system (Autopilot), a new computer that is going to be 4 times more powerful than the one available in FSD 3 and a new GNSS antenna for navigation.
Other upgrades include changes to Automatic Dipped and Main Beam Sensor, unification of Model X brake system application, new stay arm for Model X interior rear-view mirror, update to manufacturer’s engine code, update to vehicle’s rear badging, an increased speed limit of 174 MPH (280 km/h), new 5MP autopilot cameras and more.
Tesla is also planning to roll out the Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit which can boost the vehicle speed to 200 MPH (322 km/h).
The details of the new hardware have been speculated based on the changes that the automaker applies for with the regulators.
source: Tesla
In a recent interview, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that the company would not offer retrofits for older models. He justified this decision by stating that the cost and difficulty of retrofitting hardware 3 with hardware 4 are quite significant. So it would not be economically feasible to do so.
It makes sense that the company is not offering the upgrade to older models. It would put huge pressure on the company both financially and physically to upgrade the existing fleet of millions of cars. Moreover, as FSD 4.0 comes with a brand new computer, it may be difficult to fit the same with the old models.
Tesla has not revealed the exact timeline for rolling out the new hardware. However, now that the company has got European approval, we can expect the launch of the new system any day now.
The iPhone with USB-C, which has been the subject of discussion for years, is coming true. Apple, which has been using USB-C instead of Lightning in its MacBook and iPad models for some time, is finally incorporating the change into its smartphones. So, now that we no longer have to use Lightning, we should be able to use any accessory or product we desire with our phone, correct? No, Apple does not want this and appears to have already taken steps to prevent it. Here are the details…
Accessory maker staff confirms latest Apple iOS update encrypts USB-C on iPads and Macs
Rumors that emerged recently suggest that the USB-C port and charging cables on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro will feature a Lightning-like authenticator chip. Lastly, the technical staff at FiiO confirmed that the latest iOS system has encrypted the USB-C port of their devices, causing restrictions for non-certified accessories.
The staff advises not updating the device software for now to ensure compatibility with accessories. In the future, only certified accessories will have full access to the USB-C port, potentially causing non-certified accessories to not work with the latest iPhones. This move by Apple is seen as a way to control the quality of accessories used with their devices. Unfortunately, this is not the only negative development.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo stated that the USB-C port on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will remain limited to USB 2.0 speeds, the same as Lightning. Fortunately, this will not be the case with the iPhone 15 Pro series.
Electricvehicle technologies continue to evolve, paving the way for different models to meet different needs. Recently, Chinese automaker SAIC launched its first electric sports utility vehicle under its Intelligence in Motion (IM) premium brand. This high-end offering, targeting premium users, has a price range of RMB 309,800-RMB 459,800 ($45,348-$67,305) and is scheduled for delivery in March. Here are the details…
Zhiji Automobile Launches its First Luxury SUV Model with Blind Orders Surpassing 10,000
Zhiji Automobile, the high-end EV brand jointly established by SAIC Motor, Zhangjiang Hi-Tech, and Alibaba Group, has officially launched its second model, the Zhiji LS7 SUV. The new car is positioned as a smart pure electric mid-to-large luxury SUV and comes in 6 versions, with prices ranging from 309,800 yuan to 459,800 yuan.
One of the standout features of the LS7 is its power capabilities, with the four-wheel drive version boasting a maximum power of 425kW and a peak torque of 725Nm. The rear-drive version is no slouch either, with a maximum power of 250kW and a peak torque of 475Nm. These impressive power figures translate to acceleration times of 4.5s and 6.5s respectively, from zero to 100 kilometers.
In terms of battery life, the LS7 comes with a 100kWh high-energy battery from a joint venture between CATL and SAIC, which can achieve a charging speed of 400 kilometers in just 26 minutes. This translates to a cruising range of 625km for the four-wheel drive model and 660km for the rear drive model.
The LS7 is also equipped with a range of intelligent hardware, including the NVIDIA OrinX ultra-high computing power intelligent driving chip, dual laser radar, and the Qualcomm 8155 intelligent cabin SoC chip. Zhiji Automobile believes that the level of intelligent driving is driven by data and algorithms, rather than just hardware.
Zhiji Automobile’s Navigation Assisted Driving (NOA) has already been launched in cities across the country, and NOA based on high-precision maps is set to begin public testing before the end of the year. The company also plans to replace high-precision maps with DDLD algorithms and complete the development of city navigation without high-precision maps by 2023.
Blind orders for the LS7 have already exceeded 10,000, which shows that the new SUV has a certain volume trend. The lowest price of the LS7, 309,800 yuan, has been further lowered compared to the first model, the Zhiji L7, which was officially launched in April 2022 with an official price of 368,800 yuan to 408,800 yuan. This pricing strategy may have an impact on Feifan Automobile, another mid-to-high-end pure electric brand under SAIC Motor.
The Zhiji LS7 is a highly capable and well-equipped electric SUV that is sure to turn heads in the industry. Its impressive power and battery life, combined with its advanced intelligence and navigation capabilities, make it a strong contender in the electric SUV market.
Today, game graphics are almost lifelike, open worlds are bigger than ever, and gameplay elements are quite rich. However, that doesn’t mean old titles are unplayable in modern times. There are many factors that make a game good, and they continue to make some games popular after many years. The biggest challenge with these games, referred to as “Retro,” is that they are not compatible with newer devices. Nevertheless, advancing technology has found a solution to this issue. The Vita3K Android emulator brings support for some PlayStation Vita games to smartphones. Here are the details…
Vita3K Android emulator brings support for (some) PlayStation Vita games to smartphones
Vita3K is a PlayStation Vita emulator that was originally released for Windows, Mac, and Linux. The developers behind the project have now made it possible to play some PS Vita games on Android. The emulator is still considered experimental and fewer than half of the tested games are considered “playable”. Meaning that the Android version may still have some bugs and limitations compared to the versions for other platforms. Therefore, it’s important to check out the release notes before getting started.
To use Vita3K on an Android device, you’ll need a device that’s newer and more powerful than an actual PS Vita. The emulator requires a 64-bit ARM processor running Android 7 or later with support for Vulkan 1.0 graphics. All devices running Android 7 or later should meet these requirements. While the PS Vita was discontinued by Sony a few years ago, used units can still be found for around $130 and up on eBay. Using an emulator to play Vita games on your phone may be a more practical option, even though the emulator is still in its experimental stages.
In order to play games, you’ll need to obtain PS Vita games. If you don’t want to resort to piracy, the Vita3K team suggests using open-source tools for dumping games from cartridges you already own, or playing homebrew games. Vita3K Android is a new and exciting development for fans of PS Vita games, offering a way to play some of their favorite games on their Android devices. However, it is still in its experimental stage, so users should be aware of the limitations and bugs that may come with using the emulator.
Xiaomi has launched the Xiaowan Intelligent Automatic Cat Litter Box. The litter box is designed to ease up the frequency and process through which cat owners clean their litter box.
The Xiaowan Intelligent Automatic Cat Litter Box comes equipped with a variety of features that make it highly advanced and easy to use. It can be left alone for up to 14 hours before it needs to be evacuated. The device has an intelligent “rolling Lantern Festival” mode that automatically cleans up feces and has a super-capacity feces collection bin, making it highly efficient.
Moreover, the Xiaowan litter box has been certified with the “Pet Safety” China-mark certification by TUV Rheinland Greater China. It has 9 safety protection functions, including an electronic fence, infrared detection at the entrance, bio-sensing in the warehouse, high-precision weighing, infrared protection of the excrement outlet, motor overload protection, 9 abnormal alarms, 9 startup self-tests, and a body dump alarm wait. These safety features ensure that the device is safe for pets and humans.
The Xiaowan cat litter box is also highly adaptable, as it supports bean curd litter, mixed litter, bentonite litter, broken cat litter, and many other types of cat litter. Its compatibility with cat litter can reach 90%, and it uses a comb-shaped cat litter screen to accurately screen feces and save cat litter.
In addition, the device has a special deodorant function with imported Aspen deodorant formula technology and carefully selected natural plant raw materials. The deodorant function suppresses the odor of the toilet collection bin, while the seal ring of the toilet collection bin is used to physically deodorize. The 8.6L large-capacity toilet bin can meet the needs of an adult cat for 14 days to go to the toilet, which can also calmly deal with temporary situations such as business trips and tourism.
One of the most impressive features of the Xiaowan cat litter box is its ability to connect to an app, which allows users to view their cat’s toilet data at any time. Users can record the body data of up to 5 cats, customize an exclusive health report for each cat, detect abnormal data in time, give early warning, and effectively predict the risk of cat urinary retention. The front OLED large display provides clear guidance, and the device has also been connected to MIJIA and supports linkage with XiaoAI voice control, making it easy for users to control the device.
The Xiaowan Intelligent Automatic Cat Litter Box is priced at 1499 yuan ($220) and is available on Jingdong (JD.com).
Vivo is gearing up to bring several new smartphones to the Indian market. This includes the premium V27 series, which was recently listed on Flipkart. The company is also working on a new mid-ranger called Vivo Y56 with a Dimensity 700 processor and a large display. Ahead of an official announcement, a report has revealed the smartphone’s pricing and launch date for the Indian market. In addition, some live images and specs have also been shared. Here are the details.
The Tech outlook, citing tipster Paras Guglani, claims that Vivo Y56 will be unveiled in India on February 15 with a price tag of Rs. 18,999. The smartphone may silently debut in the offline market since there has been no launch announcement yet.
Further, the leaked live image of the handset shows it with a very familiar design— something we’ve seen on a sizeable number of smartphones launching recently. There’s a flat back with dual rings that house two cameras. The upper part of the smartphone has a shiny finish. We can see the device has flat sides and a waterdrop notch on the front.
The Vivo Y56 is tipped to sport a 6.58-inch display with HD+ resolution. It will get a 50MP primary and 2MP depth sensor on the back. The front may house a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls. Powering the smartphone could be a Dimensity 700 processor paired with 4/8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
On the software front, it will run Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13. It will likely be offered in two color variants – Orange Shimmer and Black Engine. The handset will pack a 5000 mAh battery with support for 18W charging.
Segway has announced its Navimow series of robotic lawnmowers in the UK. The new models come with an optional VisionFence sensor for improved location accuracy and mowing intelligence. The Segway Navimow robotic lawn mower is a perfect gadget for mowing on a non-industrial scale.
The new Segway Navimow series come with upgraded obstacle avoidance and the Exact Fusion Locating System (EFLS). The EFLS works like GPS, and with the VisionFence addition, VisionFence can identify and avoid multiple objects. It can identify and take action when it gets to lawn edges, moving objects, and small animals.
VisionFence is an optional sensor that can be fitted on the top of the mower without any modifications Navimow was originally unveiled in May 2022. It was priced in Europe at €1,199 ($1,275). The addition of the VisionFence sensor is a great innovation by Segway.
The Segway Navimow robotic lawn mowers are now orderable in the UK. The VisionFence sensor will ship in March 2023 at £269.99 ($326). However, anyone buying the VisionFence together with a Navimow model will pay £169.99 ($205) for the sensor.
The Segway Navimow series are priced in the UK between £1,299 ($1,5770) and £2,299 ($2,778). There are no details yet on other key specs of the Segway Navimow series. Parameters like their runtime, charging time, noise level, and power are lacking. Segway’s plans for scaling the Navimow with VisionFence sensor to other markets haven’t been stated.
The electric vehicle market is rapidly growing. Providing a level playing field for established automakers to compete with relatively newer companies like Tesla and BYD. However, established companies do not intend to leave the market to these newcomers. Lastly, Nissan Motor and Renault have joined forces to invest $600 million in the production of six new models in India, including two electric vehicles. here are the details…
Nissan, Renault to Invest $600 Million to Make Six New Models, Including Two EVs, in India
Nissan and Renault have announced a $600 million investment to make six new models in India. The move is aimed at boosting their falling market shares in the country and taking advantage of its growing global importance as the third-largest car market in the world. As part of their revamped alliance, the two companies will closely cooperate in three markets, including India, Latin America, and Europe.
The six new models will be built on joint platforms, allowing for shared components and engineering, and will include two electric vehicles, the first of their kind in India. The remaining four models will be sports utility vehicles, all to be manufactured at the Chennai plant in southern India, where the companies have a joint ownership and a research and development center.
Despite having a combined market share of 3% in India in 2022, the investment holds great significance for both Nissan and Renault. While Nissan has a significant presence in China, the United States, and Japan, Renault does not, making India a crucial market for its success. The Chennai plant has the capacity to produce 500,000 vehicles a year, but the companies sold only 87,000 and 35,000 vehicles respectively in India last year.
The automotive industry in India witnessed a 23% surge in sales last year, reaching 4.4 million vehicles and overtaking the Japanese market. This investment by Nissan and Renault is a strategic move to capture a share of this rapidly growing market and use India as a base for exports.
Nissan and Renault’s $600 million investment in India to make six new models, including two EVs, is a significant step in addressing their falling market shares in the country and taking advantage of its growing importance. With a revamp of their two-decade-old global alliance and a focus on cooperation in India, Latin America, and Europe, the two companies aim to increase their presence and capture a share of the rapidly growing automotive market.
Samsung Galaxy A34’s launch is nearing and an official announcement may arrive any day now. Over the past few weeks, various leaks and rumors have revealed many details about the upcoming mid-ranger but a lot is still unknown. That changes now as a popular tipster has shared the full specifications of the unannounced Galaxy A34. Let’s have a closer look at the details.
Galaxy A34 is expected to arrive as the successor to the Galaxy A33. It will sit right below the higher-end Galaxy A54 and offer some impressive features out of the box. You can expect the handset to be priced slightly higher than last year’s model. If a recent leak is anything to go by, the Galaxy A34’s pricing in Europe will start at around EUR 410 ($439). Indian consumers should see a more affordable price tag.
With the pricing out of the way, let’s look at the specifications of the upcoming device. Tipster Yogesh Brar claims the Galaxy A34 will offer a 6.6-inch sAMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate display. Previous renders have revealed the smartphone will have a waterdrop notch on the front. An under-display fingerprint sensor may also be present.
Notably, Brar says the handset will be powered by the Dimensity 900 SoC. However, previous reports have claimed the smartphone will feature a Dimensity 1080 in some and Exynos 1280 SoC in most regions. The Dimensity 900 chip on the Galaxy A34 is said to be paired with 8GB of RAM and 128/256GB of onboard storage.
For photography, the handset may get a triple camera unit with an OIS-enabled 48MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 5MP macro sensor. The front may house a 13MP shooter for selfies. The Samsung smartphone is claimed to have Wi-Fi 6 support and an IP67 rating. Powered by a 5000mAh battery unit, the device may support 25W charging.
Huawei seems to have shifted its focus from the smartphone industry to 5G powered infrastructure. The technology giant is banking on its 5G telecommunication-powered Tianjin Smart Port to circumvent the US sanctions and run its business.
According to Huawei, Tianjin Smart Port is a one of its kind port that uses the latest tech including intelligent twins, autonomous driving, 5G, cloud computing, and IoT to create a better connected, smarter, and autonomous port management system. The underlying architecture of this smart port, intelligently connects the various port systems, eliminating data and information silos. All applications work together, powered by the ‘Smart Hub’, which centrally manages operations.
source: Huawei
Tianjin Port is one of the world’s seven largest ports, with an annual container throughput of 20 million TEU and 20,000 employees. The port is a zero-carbon smart terminal situated in Northern China on the shore of the Bohai sea.
As the port went digital, it saved millions in manual operation costs and also improved its operational efficiency. The smart port helped to reduce the overall cost by 30%. Moreover going green also helped in reducing the overall energy consumption by 17% as now the port produces its own renewable energy which supplements the traditional power sources.
After digitization, the port needs 60% fewer staff than before, and controls and operates devices like quay cranes, gantry cranes, stackers, and forklifts remotely from a command center nestled miles away from the bay. This means workers, especially drivers, don’t have to face dangerous and unhealthy working conditions.
Yang Rong, General Manager of Tianjin Port Second Container Terminal Co said that Huawei used a wealth of new ICTs to create Intelligent Horizontal Transportation Management System and a next-gen “intelligent port brain”. The system collaborates with key resources to automatically generate optimal loading and unloading plans. It also manages each piece of equipment, optimizing the entire dispatch process.
He further added that the horizontal shoreline terminal has the largest driverless fleet made of 76 vehicles. The smart port can move 36 20-foot boxes (TEUs) per hour, much faster than any other manual port.
Tianjin Smart Port is Huawei’s latest achievement and a masterpiece that the company proudly flaunts to the world. After the crushing sanctions by the US, that destroyed Huawei’s smartphone ambitions, the company is now planning to come back in power using its 5G technology.
Huawei is promoting its 5 G-enabled digital services and planning to bring automation and smart solutions to China’s infrastructure like coal mines, ports, and hospitals.
Bruce Xun, CEO of Huawei Global Customs & Port Business stated that Tianjin Port is truly a global one, trading with over 800 ports and 200 countries worldwide. He further added that the company is going to support the next phase of its digitalization, which will help the port become even greener, smarter, and more secure.
While experts are quite positive about Huawei’s future moves including its 5G technology, they believe that the push to digitalization is not going to result in a transformative change. The 5G revolution will help Huawei to generate rapid business in the next 5 to 10 years. But for now, the ongoing US sanctions remain the biggest threat for the company, especially for products that require advanced computing power like smartphones, servers, and car components.
Electronics manufacturer Xiaomi has decided to throw its hat into the car-making business. The founder and CEO of the company, Lei Jun, is highly committed to the project and he apparently devotes half of his time and effort to the company’s automotive division. The Chinese firm is confident about its new venture as its CEO recently announced the ambitious goal of placing Xiaomi Auto among the top five car manufacturers globally.
In an interview, Lei Jun said that Xiaomi Auto is aiming to become one of the top five car manufacturers in the world within the next 15-20 years. He highlighted that Xiaomi’s complete control over Xiaomi Auto is a result of utilizing the resources available across the entire company. The firm’s wide number of offline stores in China greatly contribute to the marketing of Xiaomi Auto.
The executive admits that Xiaomi is around 6-7 years behind the competition in China and plans to bring its first car by 2024. Lei Jun emphasized that Xiaomi’s strong background in software and user experience will allow it to quickly narrow down the gap in the auto industry. According to him, the software component of the development process has become more crucial recently.
Currently, the automobile industry is dominated by big names like Volkswagen, Toyota, Mercedes, and Ford. It may not be easy for Xiaomi to surpass established giants in the industry, however, companies such as Tesla have shown that it can be done.
Last year, Xiaomi Auto managed to get $439 million in investment and has added more than 2,300 R&D personnel. In addition, recent reports have revealed that the team over at Xiaomi is working tirelessly to initiate the mass production of the first car by Q1 2024.
Back in January, Xiaomi began to roll out MIUI 14 update for the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G. It was initially available for the EEA variant of the smartphone. Now, a month later, the update is live for the Indian version as well.
The latest software update for the handset is based on Android 13. Thus, the device has received two of the three promised Android updates.
According to Xiaomiui, the MIUI 14 update for the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G in India arrives with build number V14.0.3.0.TKOINXM. The system update is being pushed to users via OTA.
Like any other software update, it is being rolled out in batches. Therefore, it is currently limited to a select few users. Anyway, all units shall get access to the update in the coming days.
The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G was released in the second half of 2021. It debuted with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11. The phone was later updated to Android 12-based MIUI 13 in the first quarter of 2022.
As per Xiaomi’s official update policy, the product will receive one more Android update (Android 14) and security updates until 2025. The next major update will likely roll out in 2024 or late 2023 at the earliest.
The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G’s hardware is more than enough for the next few years. It offers a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, a 6.55-inch 10-bit FHD+ 90Hz AMOLED display, a 4,250mAh battery, 33W fast wired charging support, and more.
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