XGODY Sail1 HD Is A Smart Android TV 11 Smart Projector, Now $120 OFF

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Feb 2, 2023

Honda may be gradually shifting to sustainable options for its popular outboard motor used in boats. The company has highlighted this shift with the showcase of an electric outboard motor using electric bike batteries. The new Honda electric outboard motor was showcased during the Dusseldorf Motor Show.

The prototype shown in the motor show is a remarkable leap for Honda. The company has straddled the combustible outboard industry with an array of powerful outboard engines. The prototype is a transom-mount electric outboard but the key specs were omitted. The size of the outboard motor indicates that it is meant for small and lightweight electric boats. It is speculated that the electric outboard motor may not exceed 1.5 horsepower. However, the compactness of the Honda prototype may belie its power. These electric motors provide equivalent performance to their combustion counterparts with up to twice the power rating.

The new Honda prototype electric outboard motor was designed to work with Honda’s Mobile Power Pack e batteries. The portable battery pack is being tinkered into a fully swappable system. Gogoro is the leading company in swappable battery technology. The Mobile Power Pack e technology is already being seen in Honda’s electric scooters. There are also a few Honda concept offerings like micro-EVs that feature the Power Pack e battery technology.

The electric boar market is undergoing a quiet revolution with several brands entering the market. The most recent entrant is the Avator 7.5e which is the forerunner of more powerful models to come from Avator. There are no indications yet when the new Honda electric outboard motor will go into production.

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Lenovo Unveils the Xiaoxin Solid State U Disk Skateboard Limited Edition

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Feb 2, 2023

Lenovo has announced the launch of a new solid-state USB drive. The device dubbed Xiaoxin Solid State U Disk Skateboard Limited Edition is a small and portable drive that offers a storage capacity of 128GB. Thus it is perfect for storing large files and important data.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Solid State U Disk Skateboard Limited Edition

One of the most notable features of this drive is its unique skateboard-shaped design, which not only makes it eye-catching but also allows the body of the drive to rotate, making it easy to open and close. Additionally, the drive has a dual interface of USB-A and Type-C, allowing it to be used with different devices and in different usage scenarios.

Traditional USB drives have a read and write speed of 20-30MB/s, with some high-speed drives offering a read speed of 150MB/s. However, Lenovo’s Xiaoxin solid-state U disk sets itself apart by offering a read speed of up to 400MB/s. This is achieved through the use of a more advanced main control chip and high-performance flash memory particles, which are capable of delivering the same level of performance as a solid-state hard disk.

The Xiaoxin solid-state U disk is a great choice for those who demand fast and reliable data transfer. However, Lenovo has not yet announced the launch date or price of this product. Nevertheless, anyone interested in this drive can keep an eye out for further updates.

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Huawei P60 Pro’s Test Device Appears in Live Images

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Feb 2, 2023

Huawei’s new P60 series is near, with reports hinting at a launch sometime in March. The new lineup has been the subject of various leaks and rumors recently and it should include the standard P60 and higher-end P60 Pro. While we wait for an official announcement, some live images of the P60 Pro’s test device have surfaced online. Let’s have a look.

A tipster has shared the live image of the upcoming Huawei P60 Pro’s test device. The handset can be seen with a rectangular camera island that houses two large rings in the center. There are slightly curved sides with the volume and power button on the left. On the bottom, there’s a speaker grille and the USB-C port charging.

Notably, the design of the smartphone is different from what we’ve seen in previously leaked renders. We may get more details in the coming days. According to a recent report, the Huawei P60 Pro features a 6.6-inch OLED display that will offer a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1440p resolution. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Under the hood, it may be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC capped to 4G only.

The P60 Pro is reported to have a triple camera setup on the rear with a main 50MP Sony IMX888 camera. There may also be a 50MP ultrawide unit on the smartphone with a Sony IMX858 sensor. A 64MP telephoto shooter with OmniVision OV64B may also be present. The handset is said to boast LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It could come with an IP68 rating and run HarmonyOS 3.0 out of the box.

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Plugable 8-in-1 USB-C Docking Station for iPad with Stand Released

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Feb 2, 2023

Plugable has announced its 8-in-1 USB-C Docking Station for iPad with Stand. The product is now available in selected markets. It works with several tablets and smartphones and supports connecting your device to a bigger display via HDMI.

The Plugable 8-in-1 USB-C Docking Station supports 100W USB-C pass-through charging and 5Gbps USB Type-A ports. The docking station will output 4K, 30Hz visuals through its HDMI port. The docking station is however only compatible with screens with 1600 x 900, 1920 x 1080, and 1560 x 1440p resolutions.

The Plugable docking station can operate with Windows 10 and higher, iPad M1, and newer models with iPadOS 16 or higher. It is also compatible with USB-C smartphones and tablets with DisplayLink Alt Mode. The gadget has a 100W USB-C port and supports pass-through charging. It also has a 3.5mm audio jack and SD/ MicroSD slots. Its second USB-C port is used to connect to a smartphone or tablet.

The 8-in-1 USB-C Docking Station for iPad with Stand has a 250-degrees vertically adjustable stand with an anti-slip base. The 20-inch USB-C to USB-C cable is part of the package. The gadget is priced at $69 in the US. The Plugable docking station is also available in the UK and Canada and is priced at £71.23 and CA$92 respectively. There are no indications at this time on the global availability of the product. You can buy the 8-in-1 USB-C Docking Station for iPad with Stand from Amazon.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Apparently Offers Better Cooling with Larger Heat Dissipation Area

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Feb 2, 2023

Samsung announced its premium Galaxy S23 series yesterday at its first in-person event since 2020. The lineup includes the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. While the Ultra model comes essentially with the same design as its predecessor, the other two phones get a new look. The three phones bring several changes in the hardware. One, for instance, is an improved cooling system with a larger heat dissipation area.

An animation shared by Ice Universe shows the increase in Galaxy S23 series’ vapor chambers compared to S22 Series. This year’s smartphones get a significantly larger heat dissipation area, which should result in better cooling. Fortunately, the standard Galaxy S23 also uses vapor chambers instead of the graphite pads found on the Galaxy S22.

You can see the change in chamber sizes in the tweet below:

The heat dissipation area of Samsung Galaxy S23 series is increased, as shown in the figure. pic.twitter.com/XkTW91vIm2
— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) February 2, 2023

The Galaxy S23 series uses the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and we hope there won’t be any heating issues like last year. The latest LPDDRX5 RAM and UFS 4.0 found on the new devices will help boost the performance.

The Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus arrive with a new design but their specifications remain somewhat similar to the last generation. However, the Ultra model brings some new and interesting hardware changes. It brings a 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP2 sensor that will likely take the phone’s camera capabilities to a new level.

Galaxy S23 Ultra has a large 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a QHD+ (3,088 x 1,440) resolution and 120Hz dynamic refresh rate. The display is said to go as bright as 2,000 nits and comes with Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with 45W wired and 10W wireless charging.

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OnePlus 11’s India Price Leaks Once Again

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Feb 2, 2023

The latest OnePlus 11 is already official in China and is scheduled to make its global debut on February 7 alongside the OnePlus 11R and several other products. While we wait for the smartphone’s formal debut, a tipster has revealed its price for the Indian market. Here are the details.

Noted tipster Abhishek Yadav has claimed that OnePlus 11 will arrive in the Indian market with only two storage options. These are 8GB + 256GB storage and 16GB RAM + 256GB storage versions. Unlike China, there will be no 512GB storage option in India. Yadav says the higher-end 16GB variant of the smartphone would be priced at Rs 61,999.

The Indian pricing of its base model is yet to be known. To give you an idea, the 8GB + 256GB OnePlus 11 is available in China for 3,999 Yuan (roughly Rs 48,900). Alongside, the OnePlus 11, the company will also be introducing the OnePlus 11R, which is rumored to have a starting price between Rs 35,000 and Rs 40,000.

We know that OnePlus 11 will arrive with a 6.7-inch QHD+ E4 OLED LTPO 3.0 display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a resolution of 3216 x 1440 pixels. Being the brand’s trump card for 2023, the smartphone will pack the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 under the hood. The processor will be paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

The handset will flaunt triple camera unit on the back, headlined by an OIS-enabled 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor. The main sensor is accompanied by a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultra-wide-angle lens and a 32MP Sony IMX709 2x telephoto camera. The front houses a 16MP sensor for selfies. The handset packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 100W fast charging in Asia and 80W in the US.

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Five New Features of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

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Feb 2, 2023

The Galaxy S23 series was unveiled at the Unpacked event on February 1st, and it has received widespread attention from tech enthusiasts. The standout model in the series is the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, which boasts impressive features that make it the flagship of Android phones. We have listed these innovations for you in our article. Here are five new features of the Galaxy S23 Ultra…

1-Overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, like the rest of the series, uses Qualcomm’s latest 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It has a 34% increase in CPU performance, a 41% boost in GPU performance, and a 49% improvement in NPU performance compared to its predecessor. However, Samsung and Qualcomm have teamed up to give the S23 Ultra a slight advantage by using an overclocked variant of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. This collaboration aims to make the S23 Ultra stand out as a flagship among its Android competitors, particularly in terms of benchmark scores.

2- First phone to use Gorilla Glass Victus 2

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is protected by the latest Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which covers both the front and back of the device. This cutting-edge technology is designed to withstand tough conditions and protect the phone from accidental drops. According to Corning, the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 can withstand drops up to one meter on surfaces as hard as concrete and up to two meters on surfaces replicating asphalt. This means that even those who choose not to use a case or screen protector can feel confident in the durability of their device. Whether you’re prone to dropping your phone or simply want peace of mind, the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection of the Galaxy S23 Ultra offers an extra layer of security.

3- 200 Megapixel main camera – ISOCELL HP2

Another highlight of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is its 200-megapixel camera. This feature, a first for Samsung and a new addition to the smartphone industry, brings a new dimension to mobile photography. With the ISOCELL HP2 sensor, it’s possible to take more detailed and clear photos. Samsung promises significantly better low-light performance and improved dynamic range. You don’t have to shoot photos in high resolution, as you can choose from three resolutions: 12MP, 50MP, and 200MP.

4- UFS 4.0 storage and LPDDR5X RAM

The Galaxy S23 series is faster and more responsive than ever, thanks to the latest UFS 4.0 storage standard and LPDDR5X RAM. UFS 4.0 provides double the read and write speeds compared to its predecessor UFS 3.1 and is also 46% more efficient. This means that the S23 Ultra can open and save large files twice as fast as the S22 Ultra, while also potentially consuming less battery life.

5- New color options of Galaxy S23 Ultra

Although it may seem like a small innovation, the colors used can greatly affect the phone’s design. With the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, you’ll also get new colors: Phantom Black, Cream, Green, and Lavender. As before, you can get exclusive color options, including Graphite, Lime, Sky Blue, and Red, if you purchase directly from Samsung’s official website.

Processor:	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
GPU/Graphics unit	Adreno 740
Storage	256GB/512GB/1TB (UFS 4)
Memory	8GB/12GB RAM (LPDDR5X)
Screen size : Screen resolution: Screen refresh rate: Screen brightness: Other:	-6.8 inch Edge QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, -1440×3088 pixel resolution, -120 Hz variable refresh/240 Hz touch sampling rate -1750 nits -HDR10+, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Rear camera:	-200 Megapixel f/1.7 main camera -12 Megapixel f/2.2 ultra wide angle -10 Megapixel periscope telephoto 3x optical zoom f/2.4 -10 Megapixel telephoto camera 10x optical zoom f/4.9
Video ( Rear camera ):	-8K@30fps , -4K@30 /60fps, -1080p@30 /60/240fps, -720p@960fps , -HDR10+, stereo sound recording, gyro-EIS, Portrait mode 4K shooting
Front camera:	12 Megapixel f/2.2
Battery and fast charging:	-5,000 mAh -45W wired -15W wireless charging -Reverse wireless charging support
Wireless connection:	5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
Other:	-IP68 -Samsung Pay with NFC -Ultrasonic fingerprint reader -S-Pen
OS:	With OneUI 5.1 Android 13

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New Images Surface of the Honor Magic5 Lite Ahead of its MWC 2023 Release

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Feb 2, 2023

Two tipsters, WinFuture and @_snoopytech, have revealed some images of the Honor Magic5 Lite lineup of mid-range smartphones. The Honor Magic5 Lite series is expected to be released later in 2023. The smartphone is also slated to be showcased during MWC 2023 and could be priced under €400 (~$438).

The specifications and marketing images of the Magic5 Lite show that the smartphone has a 5,100mAh battery, a 120Hz OLED display, and the Snapdragon 695 5G SoC. The Magic5 Lite will come in two color variants and one memory configuration. It also features a 64MP primary camera and sports significant upgrades over the Magic4 Lite.

Honor is a former sub-brand of Huawei, but was sold after Huawei came under sanctions by the US government. The Honor brand has continued to blossom and the Magic5 series embodies such growth. The Magic5 Lite has a strong semblance with the Huawei Mate 40 and Mate 50 series. The battery capacity, display, and cameras of the new phone are significantly better than its predecessor. Honor, however, retained the same Snapdragon 695 5G chipset featured in the Magic4 Lite.

The Magic5 Lite has a single RAM configuration of 6GB and internal storage of 128 GB. This is a similar storage configuration as its predecessor. The Magic5 Lite has a 6.67-inch OLED screen, compared to the 6.81-inch panel of the Magic4 Lite. The display resolution of the yet-to-be-released phone is 1080p at 120Hz and up to 800 nits of brightness. An in-display fingerprint scanner is also present in the smartphone.

Apart from its 64MP primary camera, the Honor Magic5 Lite has a 16MP front-facing camera, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP macro. The smartphone will come with Magic UI 6.1 based on Android 12. The Magic5 Lite will reportedly retail in Europe for €369 (~$404), just slightly costlier than the Magic4 Lite. Honor is yet to provide any release information on the Magic5 Lite.

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Revolt PB-200.k 30,000mAh Power Bank With Solar Panel & Manual Crank Unveiled

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Feb 2, 2023

Revolt has unveiled a 30,000mAh power bank that comes with a solar panel. The Revolt PB-200.k can be recharged via its built-in solar panels or via its integrated crank manually. There are five ports in the power bank including 12V USB-C with PD 3.0 22.5W fast charging. The new Revolt power bank is now available in Europe.

The Revolt PB-200.k can power gadgets like smartphones and tablets and supports up to 22.5W fast charging. There are two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and a micro-USB outlet. When all five ports are operational, the power bank’s output does not exceed 15W. The package includes several USB cables. The built-in solar charging functionality helps to recharge the device while on the go. The model has a charge level indicator that gives the battery level at any time.

The PB-200.k supports pass-through charging which enables simultaneous charging of the power bank and connected devices. The gadget also comes with an LED panel that can serve as a flashlight in the dark. The power bank weighs 741g and is now available in parts of Europe including Germany and Switzerland. The Revolt PB-200.k is also available for pre-order in France and Belgium.

The new Revolt solar-powered PB-200.k power bank retails in Europe at a discounted price of €86.99 (~$95). The original price of the gadget in Europe is €129.90 (~$142). There are no details at this time on the global availability of the PB-200.k power bank. Revolt was also silent about how long it would be sold before the gadget reverts to its original price.

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Oppo Reno 8T 5G Arrives With a Curved Display & 108MP Camera, LTE Version Tags Along

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Feb 2, 2023

Oppo Reno 8T has been doing rounds on the internet for at least a few months now. Today, Oppo finally made the new Reno smartphone official. Reno 8T 5G has been launched in Vietnam alongside the Reno 8T 4G. The former brings a more premium design with a curved display on board, while the latter sticks to the basics. Below are the pricing and specifications of the newly launched Reno 8T series.

Oppo Reno 8T 5G Specifications

The Reno 8T 5G arrives with a 6.57-inch curved OLED panel with FHD+ (2412×1080) resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 1.07 billion colors, and 950nits peak brightness. The handset is 7.7mm thick and weighs around 171g. Under its hood, there’s a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor paired with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128/256GB UFS 2.2 storage.

For photography, the handset features a triple camera unit on the back, headlined by a 108MP primary camera. There’s also a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP microscope lens. Up front, a 32MP selfie shooter is fitted hole-punch cutout. Fueling the smartphone is a 4,800mAh battery that supports 67W Supervooc charging. On the software front, the Reno 8T 5G runs ColorOS 13 with Android 13 on top.

Oppo Reno 8T 4G Specifications

Reno 8T 4G is a more affordable smartphone that comes with decent specifications. There’s a 6.43-inch AMOLED display that offers FHD+ resolution with up to a 90Hz refresh rate. The panel comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The LTE version is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 SoC, coupled with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage.

In the rear camera department, the smartphone features a 100MP main sensor, 2MP depth camera, and 2MP microscope unit. For selfies, it gets a 32MP shooter on the front. The Reno 8T 4G packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for Supervooc charging. It runs Android 13-based ColorOS 13 out of the box.

Oppo Reno 8T 5G & Reno 8T 4G Price

The Oppo Reno 8T 5G has been launched in Vietnam with a price of VND 9.9 million (around $422) for the top-end 8GB RAM+ 256GB storage model. The handset will be available in Starlight Black and Dawn Gold colors. The Oppo Reno 8T 4G, on the other hand, carries a price tag of VND 8.49 million ($362) for the sole 8GB RAM + 256GB storage option. It is offered Starlight Black and Sunset Orange shades.

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Marshall Middleton Bluetooth Speaker with IP67 Waterproof Rating Launched

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Feb 2, 2023

Marshall, a company known for its rugged and portable Bluetooth speakers, has launched its latest product, the Middleton. The Marshall Middleton Bluetooth Speaker is a large, portable Bluetooth speaker that boasts an IP67 rating and a 20+ hour runtime at mid-volume. The speaker is equipped with dual woofers and tweeters that deliver 50 watts of 360-degree sound and has a frequency range of 50Hz to 20kHz, making it one of the more powerful speakers in Marshall’s lineup. The speaker measures 4.3 x 9 x 3.75 inches, making it the largest IP67-rated speaker offered by the company.

The portable speaker is designed with a soft-touch exterior made of 55% post-consumer recycled plastic, making it both durable and environmentally friendly. It also comes with a carry strap and onboard controls, including a Bluetooth button, a multi-use joystick for power, volume, and track selection, as well as bass and treble controls. The level indicator displays battery level, volume, bass, and treble levels, all with backlit red lighting.

The Middleton also supports Marshall’s Stack Mode feature, allowing users to pair multiple speakers for a more powerful sound experience. The company claims that up to 60 compatible speakers can be paired at once. The Middleton is also equipped with a USB-C port, allowing users to charge other devices from the speaker.

In terms of sound quality, the Marshall Middleton Bluetooth Speaker delivers a good dynamic range and provides significant depth to any sound it produces. With its two 15-watt woofers, two 10-watt tweeters, and two passive radiators, the Middleton provides a powerful and robust sound that is perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings.

The Middleton portable Bluetooth speaker is presently available in black with a cream-colored option set to be released in the spring. The speaker retails for $300, which is a slight premium compared to similar models like the UE Megaboom 3 and the JBL Charge 5.

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Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Series India Pricing, Launch Offers, and Availability Revealed

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Feb 2, 2023

Yesterday Samsung held its annual February Unpacked event. It launched its flagship Samsung Galaxy S23 series. Alongside the new smartphones, the South Korean brand also unveiled the Galaxy Book 3 series. The lineup comprises the Galaxy Book 3 Pro, Book 3 Pro 360 and Book 3 Ultra. Now, the pricing of these laptops for the Indian market has been announced.

The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro starts at Rs 1,39,990 for the base variant and goes up to Rs 1,65,990 for the top model. The Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 starts at Rs 1,63,990 and the top variant costs Rs 1,79,990. The Galaxy Book 3 Ultra carries a whooping price tag of Rs 2,81,990. Take a look at the table to check the pricing of different hardware configurations of the Book 3 series.

As a part of the launch offers, customers purchasing the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra and Pro series can avail a cashback of Rs 10,000 and Rs 8,000 respectively. Buyers pre-booking the Ultra model will be eligible for the Samsung M8 smart monitor at Rs 1,999. Customers opting for the Intel Core i7 variant of the Book 3 Pro series are eligible for benefits worth Rs 16,000 and upgrade their storage from 512GB to 1TB at no extra cost. And with the Core i5 variant, they will receive Galaxy Buds 2 at Rs 1,999.

The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 series is offered in Graphite colours. Pre-booking of the Book 3 Ultra starts on February 14th whereas the Pro series is already up for reservations through the brand’s official website, leading online stores, and select retail locations.

The entire Samsung Galaxy Book 3 series boasts a dynamic AMOLED 2x display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3K resolution. The Book 3 Pro is offered in 14 and 16-inch display sizes whereas the Pro 360 and Ultra come in a 16-inch variant. The Pro 360 is a 2-in-1 convertible offering with touch and stylus support while the other two are clamshell laptops. The Galaxy Book 3 series boasts a premium look with a full aluminium chassis. The machines are equipped with AKG-tuned quad-speaker system and dual microphones.

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro series is offered in 13th generation Intel Core i5 and i7 options coupled with Intel Iris Xe GPU. There is 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 1TB SSD storage. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra houses up to Core i9 SoC coupled with GeForce RTX4070 GPU, 32GB RAM, and 1TB storage.

You can read the detailed specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Pro series here and the Book 3 Ultra can be found here

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Garmin Vivomove Trend Hybrid Smartwatch Launched

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Feb 2, 2023

Garmin has launched a new smartwatch in its Vivomove series. It is dubbed the Garmin Vivomove Trend. The latest offering is a hybrid smartwatch from the wearables maker. For those unaware, a hybrid smartwatch is an analogue watch with smart functions giving it a traditional appearance. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box.

The Garmin Vivomove Trend has a circular dial with an LCD screen. It looks like a traditional watch with real ticking hands and a full-dial hidden display that appears whenever required, The smartwatch features a stainless steel bezel and a domed glass. It is water-resistant up to 5 meters.

On the fitness front, the Garmin Vivomove Trend is equipped with a heart-rate monitor, respiratory rate, pulse ox blood oxygen saturation sensor, and women’s menstrual cycle tracker. It is also capable of monitoring body energy, all-day stress, sleep, and hydration. The wearable device supports up to ten timed activities.

The Garmin Vivomove Trend packs convenient features like smart notifications, connected GPS, text response, calendar, weather alerts, music control, and Garmin pay. It supports Bluetooth connectivity and ANT+. The smartwatch is claimed to last up to 5 days and can be topped up via a proprietary charger and also QI-certified wireless charging pads.

The Garmin Vivomove Trend is offered in Slate/Black, Peach Gold/Ivory, Cream Gold/French Gray and Silver/Mist Gray colours. It carries a price tag of $269 and is already available for purchase in the US.

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Xiaomi Notebook 12.4 2-in-1 laptop with Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 launched in China

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Feb 2, 2023

Xiaomi has launched a new laptop in its domestic Chinese market called the Mi Notebook 12.4 2-in-1. This is essentially the Chinese variant of the Xiaomi Book S 12.4 which launched in the global market back in June 2022.

The laptop will be available for pre-order at Xiaomi Mall, Xiaomi Youpin, and JD.com at 10:00 am China Standard Time tomorrow (February 3). Considering the fact that the notebook is essentially a rebranded Xiaomi Book S 12.4, the specifications of the device will most likely be the same.

Xiaomi Book S 12.4 specs

A Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 processor powers the Xiaomi Book S 12.4. This chipset has a 7W TDP, a maximum clock speed of 3.15MHz, 8 cores + 8 threads, and an Adreno 680 GPU. It can be combined with 256 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM. The laptop also has a built-in micro SD card port with up to 512 GB memory expansion.

Mi Notebook 12.4 2-in-1 Official Announcement: Equipped with Snapdragon 8cx Gen2, pre-sale will start tomorrow

The Xiaomi Book S 12.4 has a 12.4-inch IPS LCD panel that offers a 2,560 x 1,600 pixels resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, peak brightness of 500 nits, and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It has Corning Gorilla Glass 5 as protection and supports touch inputs. A 5 MP camera sensor is used for selfies and video calls, and a 13 MP camera sensor is on the back.

The laptop comes pre-installed with an ARM-based version of Windows 11. The Xiaomi Book S 12.4″ only has one USB Type-C port, Wi-Fi ac, and Bluetooth 5.1 for connectivity. Finally, the 38.08 Wh/4,920 mAh battery inside the package enables 65 W fast charging.

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Six-Year-Old Xiaomi Mi 6 Runs with HarmonyOS (Video)

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Feb 2, 2023

“As you know, Huawei lost access to Google services a few years ago due to the US embargo. Although this allowed the company to move away from the Android ecosystem, it significantly reduced its dependence on the Western world. The Chinese tech giant has even developed its own open-source operating system during the process, called HarmonyOS. We used to seeing this OS on Huawei devices until now, but it has finally found its place in the le gendary Xiaomi Mi 6 model. Here are the details…

Xiaomi Mi 6 ported with HarmonyOS (Video)

HarmonyOS continues to grow in the Chinese market, and as it does, we come across interesting modifications about open-source OS. A developer recently demonstrated that the operating system can run smoothly even on a phone with poor (Compared to todays flagships) specifications. The developer ported HarmonyOS onto a Xiaomi Mi 6 and even him surprised to find that OpenHarmony booted up successfully.

HarmonyOS ported Xiaomi MI6 pic.twitter.com/FowoY7Qbjo
— Deng Li (@MrDengLi) February 1, 2023

“As seen in the video, the Xiaomi Mi 6 runs HarmonyOS without any problems. However, this does not guarantee a good user experience. The developer has shared information indicating that the touch screen is currently not working. To confirm that the ported device can be unlocked and flashed, it has a third-party recovery similar to TWRP to facilitate flashing.

The OpenHarmony kernel is based on the standard Linux 5.10 kernel, with support for 4.19 no longer available. During installation, the device must have the kernel source code of 5.10 or higher, and the developer must confirm that the device driver source code and firmware can be obtained. Furthermore, prior to Open-source HarmonyOS, Xiaomi Mi 6 phones have supported flashing into the Windows 11 ARM system.

Xiaomi Mi 6 Technical Specifications:

Dimensions: 145.2 x 70.5 x 7.5 mm, weight: 168 grams
Display: 5.15 inch IPS LCD, resolution: 1080 x 1920, pixels per inch: 428 ppi
Processor: Snapdragon 835 (4 x 2.45 GHz Kryo and 4 x 1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPU: Adreno 540
RAM: 6 GB
Storage: 64 or 128 GB
Camera: Dual 12 MP rear camera (F/1.8 + F/2.6), OIS, laser autofocus + 8 MP front camera
Operating system: Android
Battery: 3350 mAh

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Xiaomi Fines Vendor 1 Million Yuan ($148K) For Leaking its EV Designs

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Joane

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Feb 2, 2023

Xiaomi has asked for 1 Million Yuan ($148000) from Beijing Molding Technology Co. Ltd as compensation and penalty for leaking the company’s yet-to-be-launched Electric Car design.

On January 22, Beijing Molding Technology accidentally leaked the design of the front and rear bumpers of the yet-to-be-released MS11 Xiaomi Electric Car. The company said that the drafts were leaked by sub-vendors, and it was not directly responsible for the incident.

Xiaomi MS11 EV — Leaked Xiaomi MS11 Renders

However, according to the confidentiality agreement signed between Beijing Molding Technology and Xiaomi Auto, the former will be held responsible for the incident. Beijing molding will have to pay a hefty fine of 1 Million Yuan to Xiaomi for breach of contract and tighten the security measures with its downstream operations.

CEO Lei Jun said that Xiaomi had zero tolerance for leaks and hoped that all partners and suppliers would abide by the Confidentiality Agreement. The hefty fine was a lesson to all partners that Xiaomi will not accept or allow such incidents and will deal strictly with defaulters.

Apart from the fine, Xiaomi has asked Beijing Molding Technology to also submit a detailed rectification plan that can upgrade and improve the existing security measures.

Chinese social media went berserk last week when the images of Xiaomi’s upcoming EV were leaked. The leaks showed a sleek and sophisticated image of a sporty Sedan that was named MS11.

The EV has been spotted multiple times in China with CEO Lei Jun behind the wheel test-driving the car. However, all test drives were done under wraps with utmost secrecy.

In March 2021, Xiaomi announced that it will join the EV sector and planned to invest $10 billion over the next 10 years. In August 2021, it acquired the autonomous driving company Deepmotions for $77 million.

Last year CEO Lei Jun said that autonomous driving was the future of EVs and Xiaomi is planning to develop its own self-driving technology. The company expanded its R&D team in 2022 and is all set to mass-produce its cars in 2024.

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Infinix is set to announce the Zero 5G 2023 smartphone in India on February 4th. Now, ahead of the launch, the brand has announced that it is partnering with Marvel Studios for the second time. Last year, Infinix collaborated with an American film and television company to offer the Note 12 Doctor Strange limited edition.

This time around, Infinix is partnering with Marvel Studios to celebrate the highly anticipated Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania movie that will release on February 17th. The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is confirmed to come with a customised box in Dark Blue and Kang’s photo on it. For those unaware, Kang the Conqueror is a character appearing in Marvel Comics. Customers will receive a Kang trump card and also a circular badge. The smartphone could come with some UI changes and wallpapers related to the movie. It remains to be seen if Infinix will also bundle any additional goodies or a back panel with the upcoming offering.

The Infinix Zero 5G 2023’s Flipkart microsite confirms that the device will sport a premium vegan leather finish in an Orange colour option. It has an elevated camera island with three vertically stacked sensors. The upcoming smartphone is confirmed to feature a 6.78-inch centre-aligned punch-hole display.

Under the hood, the Inifinix Zero 5G 2023 will be equipped with a Dimensity 1080 processor paired with 8GB RAM 5GB virtual RAM and 256GB onboard storage. It will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W charging.

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