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Sony Nw-ZX707 Walkman Launched in India With ₹70,000 Pricetag

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Sudhanshu
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Sony has recently launched its latest flagship Walkman NW-ZX707 in India, bringing a new level of audio experience to music lovers. The NW-ZX707 boasts advanced audio technology and a sleek design, making it the perfect device for those who demand high-quality sound on the go. Let’s take a closer look at what this new Walkman has to offer.

Sony NW-NX707 Walkman Portable Audio Player

Sony NW-ZX707 Walkman specs & features

The Sony Walkman has a 5-inch display and supports Wi-Fi, making it simple for users to stream and download music. When using Sony’s native music player app, the manufacturer says that it has a battery life of up to 25 hours.

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The NW-ZX707 is equipped with Sony’s signature S-Master HX digital amplifier technology that delivers a clean, clear, and powerful sound. It supports various high-resolution audio formats such as DSD, WAV, AIFF, and FLAC, allowing you to enjoy your favorite music in its purest form. The device also features a 4.4mm balanced output, ensuring that you can use a wider range of high-end headphones to enhance your listening experience.

The Walkman has a large storage capacity of up to 512GB, so you can carry your entire music library with you wherever you go. The intuitive user interface allows you to easily search and play your music, and you can also create playlists and organize your songs with ease.

In addition to its impressive audio capabilities, the NW-ZX707 has a durable and stylish design. The aluminum body not only looks great but is also resistant to scratches and impacts, making it the perfect companion for your daily life.

Sony NW-ZX707 Walkman price & availability

The Sony NW-ZX707 Walkman has been introduced and is currently offered on Headphone Zone across India for Rs 69,990.

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Oppo Reno 8T, Enco Air 3 Will be Sold via Flipkart in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Oppo is set to launch the Reno 8T in India on February 3. The smartphone will be accompanied by Oppo Enco Air 3 truly wireless earphones.

Ahead of the official announcement, the company has been teasing these two products across different channels. Thanks to these teasers, we now know where these products will be sold.

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Just like the last few generations of Oppo Reno smartphones, the upcoming Reno 8T will be also sold on Flipkart. Interestingly, even the Oppi Enco Air 3 will be available via Flipkart. For the unaware, Oppo’s Enco lineup of audio products is usually sold in India via Amazon.

That being said, apart from Flipkart, these two devices will be also available through Oppo’s first-party online store and retail stores across India. All these channels will likely have different launch offers.

As far as the specs are concerned, the Oppo Reno 8T is a rebranded Oppo A1 Pro with an additional 2MP microscope camera. The primary highlights of the phone include a 6.7-inch 10-bit 120Hz OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, a 108MP primary camera, a 4,800mAh battery, and 67W fast-wired charging support.

On the other hand, the Oppo Enco Air 3 is a new product. The buds will feature an AirPods-like design, however, the case will be different sporting a translucent lid. The IP54-rated buds will offer a HiFi 5 DSP chip and up to 31 hours of battery life.

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Realme GT Neo 5 240W Charger Lets You Watch a 1 Hour Episode After a 30 Sec Charge

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Sean
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The Realme GT Neo 5 is all set to launch with an impressive 240W fast charging support. And now, a senior executive has revealed that this upcoming smartphone is capable of some impressive feats thanks to its charging prowess. So let’s have a look.

According to Xu Qi Chase, the GT Neo 5’s powerful charging capabilities enables it to let you watch an hour long episode of the “Hurricane” TV series (or any other series) after charging the device for just 30 seconds. This is quite impressive to say the least and as of right now, the Realme GT Neo 5 is the fastest charging commercially smartphone that will be commercially available to consumers, with its 240W fast charging.

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On the other hand, users can even charge the GT Neo 5 to100 percent in less than 10 minutes. To achieve 240W fast charging, the Chinese smartphone maker launched the first ever custom made 12A charging capable that has reached the highest specification of 21AWG×4 in the industry. This wire is paired with a custom 240W dual GaN mini charger that also has the highest power density of 2.34W/CC in the industry. 

The new charger has an increase in volume of 5 percent, although, its power has increase by 60 percent when compared to the 150W fast charging offered on the previous generation. This is all the information we have regarding this upcoming smartphone’s charging capabilities, so stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Oppo Pad 2 Bluetooth SIG Certified, Launch Likely in February

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Devices that get certified by the Bluetooth SIG authority are known to go official within a period of one month. The upcoming Oppo Pad 2 has been approved by the Bluetooth SIG. Hence, it appears that the tablet may go official at some point in February, at least in China.

The Oppo Pad 2 has been spotted with model number OPD2201 on the Bluetooth SIG certification site. The listing suggests that the device will come preloaded with ColorOS 13.1-based Android and support Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.

Oppo’s sibling brand OnePlus will announce the OnePlus Pad on Feb. 7 in India. There is a possibility that the Oppo Pad 2 and OnePlus Pad could be identical devices. As compared to the original Oppo Pad that debuted in February 2022, the Pad 2 is expected to offer a better display, improved performance, and faster charging capabilities.

Oppo Pad 2 Bluetooth SIG
Oppo Pad 2 Bluetooth SIG listing

Reports have revealed that the Oppo Pad 2 may arrive with an 11.x-inch LCD panel that supports 2800 x 2000 pixels resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+. The Pad 2 is expected to feature the Dimensity 9000 chipset and pack a 9,500mAh battery. The tablet may carry support for 67W fast charging.

The Pad 2’s design is said to be identical to the OnePlus Pad. It’s still not clear if it will have cellular connectivity since its predecessor didn’t. Hopefully, the upcoming reports will shed more details about Oppo’s upcoming tablet.

OnePlus Pad
OnePlus Pad

Oppo is expected to announce the Find X6, Find X6 Pro Snapdragon Edition, and Find X6 Pro Dimensity Edition in China in February. The same event could be used to unveil the Oppo Pad 2. Like its predecessor, it is expected to be priced at around ~$350 in the Chinese market. It is unclear whether the Pad 2 will be released in markets outside of China.

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Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Specs & Design Leak Out Ahead of Launch

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Samsung will be hosting the Galaxy Unpacked tomorrow where the brand will be launching the Galaxy S23 series flagship smartphones. Along with the flagship smartphones, many other devices are also expected to launch tomorrow, one of them being the Galaxy Book 3 series laptops.

A day ahead of the launch, tipster SnoopyTech leaked the design and specifications of the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 vanilla model. According to these leaks, the model will come with many upgrades over the last generation.

Samsung
Samsung

The pictures show that the Galaxy Book 3 will have a variety of ports available. On the left side, there will be an HDMI port as well as USB 3.2 and USB Type-C ports. A USB Type-A port, a microSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack are all located on the right side. A second SSD and a microSD card are both options for users to increase storage. Up to 2TB is supported for the latter.

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Samsung

A 15.6-inch Full HD display will be included with the Galaxy Book 3 laptop. It will be equipped with a 13th-generation Intel chip. According to tipster Snoopy Tech, the Core i5 processor will be included within the base model. We can expect more powerful 13th-Gen Intel chips to come with higher-tier models like the Galaxy Book 3 Pro, Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360, and the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra. Lastly, the tipster informs that the laptop will be roughly 1.56 kg in weight and 15.4 mm thick.

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Razer Edge Teardown Reveals a Quick Look At Qualcomm G3X Gen 1 Chip & Cooling Fan

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Anubhav
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Razer’s new Android-powered gaming handheld, the Razer Edge, was launched earlier this January. With its launch, the company is back in the smartphone game. This device boasts a sleek design, as seen in the newest teardown video by PBKreviews. It is essentially a tablet with a detachable Razer Kishi V2 Pro controller, and when clubbed together, it offers a compact, Switch-like gaming handheld device that can play Android and cloud-based games. What sets the Razer Edge apart from a smartphone is the absence of a rear camera. The only camera is located on the front – along the edge of the display, making it suitable for landscape use.

The early stages of the teardown revealed a card slot, which can accommodate both a nanoSIM and microSD card. The device comes in two models — Razer Edge (Wi-Fi) and Razer Edge 5G. The teardown video also highlighted the missing mmWave antenna found in the 5G model since the device in the video featured Wi-Fi 6E connectivity.

The Edge features a combination of passive and active cooling. As seen in the teardown video, a graphite film is placed on the plastic back panel, while mesh-covered vents and a small fan inside work together to pull heat from the chipset. A vapor chamber on the other side of the board expels heat through the display. Concluding the teardown, PBKreviews gave the Razer Edge a repairability score of 6.5/10, citing the limited availability of replacement parts as the main complaint.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3X Gen 1 processor, which is built for gaming purposes and promises active cooling during prolonged game sessions. The Razer Edge is currently the only device in the market to be powered by this new chipset. The device packs 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 2TB using a microSD card. The Razer Edge Wi-Fi model is priced at $399.99, while the 5G model is priced at $599.99.

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Rumors: Apple Might Not Launch a Folding iPad Even in 2024

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As per past rumors, Apple was supposed to be working on a foldable iPad to be launched in the year 2024. Previously, it was speculated that the Apple foldable iPad might replace the iPad Mini lineup. Recent reports, however, have indicated that Apple’s iPad updates will be delayed until the end of 2024, with the launch of a new iPad Mini 7 and a foldable iPad to fill the gap. 

Apple Folding iPad

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is known for his accurate predictions of Apple product releases using supply-chain data. However, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has shared his own insights, contradicting Kuo’s predictions slightly. According to Gurman, 2023 will be a “light year” for iPads, with no foldable iPad in sight. He believes that the long-awaited OLED iPad Pros will be introduced in 2024, along with upgrades for the base iPad and iPad mini. 

Past reports have stated that the 20-inch foldable device will offer a screen size of 20.25 inches when unfolded. When folded, it will offer a 15.3-inch screen size. The report also stated that Apple will only release foldable devices after engineering OLED panels into its lineup. Since Apple hasn’t incorporated OLED displays into their iPads yet, it might take a fair amount of time before they unveil a folding iPad. 

Gurman’s information is believed to come from his contacts within Apple and the supply chain, and while he often aligns with Kuo, this time, he disagrees. Despite years of speculation and hints, it is still unclear if Apple will ever release a folding device, as the market for such products is still limited. Furthermore, Apple is known to improve on its existing technology before launching a product in the market, so we can expect the same for its first folding device.  

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Vivo V27 Series Indian Launch Could Happen in February, Checkout the Details

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Sudhanshu
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As Vivo prepares for the Vivo X90 series launch in the global market, news has emerged that the brand could also launch the Vivo S27 series soon. Unlike the flagship X90 series, the S27 series will likely range from mid-range to premium mid-range.

This information comes via a leak from tipster Debayan Roy. In a tweet, the tipster reveals that the Vivo V27 series will launch in India around Mid to End of February. The tipster also reveals that the devices in the Vivo V27 series will be very similar to the Vivo S16 series.

Vivo S16

For those unaware, the Vivo S16 series launched in December in the Chinese market. The series consists of three smartphones – Vivo S16e, Vivo S16, and Vivo S16 Pro. The Vivo S15 series was introduced as the Vivo V25 in the Indian market the previous year. Thus the company might do the same with the upcoming V27 series. The number of devices the company will release under the V27 series is unclear, though. Let’s quickly review the features of the Vivo S16 series.

Vivo S16 series specs

The Vivo S16 and S16 Pro include a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz, Full HD+ resolution, and HDR10+ support. The S16e, on the other hand, has a 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

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Vivo S16e, Vivo S16 & Vivo S16 Pro

The Exynos 1080, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, and MediaTek Dimensity 8200 octa-core CPUs power the Vivo S16e, S16, and S16 Pro, respectively. On the S16 Pro, Vivo uses up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM. The S16 and S16e, however, provide up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM. All three devices use UFS 3.1 storage and have Android 13 pre-installed. The smartphones in the Vivo S16 series feature a 4600mAh battery with 66W fast charging capability.

The smartphones in the Vivo S16 all feature a triple camera setup on the back. While the Vivo S16 depends on a 64MP main camera, the Vivo S16 Pro has a 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor. Also, the S16e has a 50MP main camera. A 50MP front camera is available on the Vivo S16 and S16 Pro for selfies and video calls. The Vivo S16e, on the other hand, depends on a 16MP front camera.

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Infinix Zero Book Ultra with Core i9 CPU Launched in India for Rs 79,990 (~$978)

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Infinix has introduced the Zero Book series of laptops in India. The lineup includes two models, the Infinix Zero Book and Zero Book Ultra. The latter is aimed at creators, as it is powered by up to a Core i9 CPU. Here is a look at the other specifications, configurations, and prices of the Zero Book lineup.

Infinix Zero Book, Zero Book Ultra specifications and features

Infinix Zero Book Ultra
Infinix Zero Book Ultra

The Infinix Zero Book series has a 15.6-inch LED-backlit display with IPS technology. It offers a Full HD resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, a 16:9 aspect ratio, a 100 percent sRGB color gamut, up to 400 nits of brightness, and a 178-degree viewing angle. Above the display is a Full HD webcam with AI BeautyCam, face tracking, and background blur.

Under the hood, the Infinix Zero Book series is powered by the 12th generation Core i5 (i5-12500H) / i7 (i7-12700H) / i9 (i9-12900H) processors with Iris Xe graphics. The Zero Book models offer 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD storage, whereas the Zero Book Ultra offers up to 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 1 TB of NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.

Infinix Zero Book
Infinix Zero Book

The Zero Book series comes preloaded with Windows 11 Home. It packs a 70Wh battery that supports 96W fast charging. On the connectivity front, the device offers options like 1 x USB-C (supports data, charging, and DisplayPort), 1 x USB-C (only data), 2 x USB 3.0 ports, 1 x HDMI 1.4 port, 1 x microSD card slot, and 1 x 3.5mm headphone / microphone combo jack.

The notebook comes equipped with a full-sized, backlit chiclet keyboard with an AG glass touchpad. The power button available on the device doubles up as a fingerprint scanner. In addition, it offers two AI noise cancellation microphones and four speakers with DTS audio processing. One of the unique features of the device is that it comes equipped with a physical “Overboost” toggle for enhancing its performance. The device measures 323.3 x 211.1 x 16.95mm and weighs 1.80 kg.

Infinix Zero Book series configurations and price

In India, the Infinix Zero Book series comes in the following configurations:

  • Infinix Zero Book – Core i5 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD – Rs 49,990 (~$611)
  • Infinix Zero Book – Core i7 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD – Rs 64,990 (~$795)
  • Infinix Zero Book Ultra- Core i9 / 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD – Rs 79,990 (~$978)
  • Infinix Zero Book Ultra- Core i9 / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD – Rs 84,990 (~$1,039)

The Zero Book series is available for purchase exclusively through Flipkart.

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Nothing Phone (2) Coming Later This Year, Will Be More Premium Than the Phone (1)

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Back in December, Nothing CEO Carl Pei stated that Nothing Phone (2) won’t be launching anytime soon. He added that the brand won’t be like other OEMs on the market that churn out dozens of products a year, and would rather focus on the Phone (1) and the development of its software.

As one can expect, this statement left many fans and potential customers waiting for the Phone (2) disappointed. However, in a recent interview with Inverse, Nothing’s founder clarified that the Phone (2) will indeed be launching in 2023.

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Pei confirmed in the interview that the Phone (2) will debut in the US. The launch of the phone is likewise expected for “late 2023.” As we know, Nothing’s philosophy revolves around providing a better experience software-wise than its Android competitors, who usually chase after hardware specifications. But this time, the upcoming Nothing smartphone is said to be a high-end model. This suggests that the phone might cost more than its predecessor did. Pei did not provide any details, however, enough hints were given to confirm that the Phone (2) will have a better spec sheet than its predecessor. “We’re developing a smartphone that’s more premium than the Nothing Phone (1) and software will be a big focus area for us,” Pei said.

When asked if the Phone (2) will compete against flagship devices like the iPhone 14 Pro, and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Pei said “I think the market and the industry have moved a lot since those days. For us, the Phone (1)’s spec sheet was pretty usable in terms of user experience,” Pei says. “Mobile chipsets have really improved over the last 7–9 years. That’s why I want to avoid calling the Phone (2) a flagship because that would mean that the Phone (1) was not a flagship. Within our own portfolio of smartphones, the Phone (1) was very much a flagship in terms of the amount of care we put into the product. That’s why I used the word ‘premium’ [to describe the Phone (2)] instead, which signifies that it’s a more premium step up, but it’s still a flagship just like the Phone (1).”

Although the device is still under development, we can expect it to be more expensive, and more decked out spec-wise. No design changes were mentioned in the interview, which could mean that Nothing could be sticking to the semi-transparent body and Glyph interface for the time being.

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Sony Announces an Increase in PS5 Availability Just in Time for PSVR2 Launch

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Anubhav
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There is some good news for all PlayStation fans out there. Sony announced that it should now be easier to get your hands on a PS5 console. After facing supply challenges for the past two years, the company expressed gratitude towards its fans for their understanding during the “unprecedented demand” since the PS5’s launch in November 2020.

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Isabelle Tomatis, VP of brand, hardware, and peripherals at Sony Interactive Entertainment, stated that finding a PS5 console should be a breeze for those looking to get their hands on one. The console will be available at retailers worldwide. For those in the US, UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, Sony recommends checking out their own PlayStation Direct store for a variety of PS5 bundle options.

Sony is now taking the opportunity to revamp their marketing strategy for the PS5. A new commercial, reminiscent of a live news channel, has been launched, complete with game references. The company is also collaborating with social media creators and hosting a series of “Live from PS5” promotions. A massive Leviathan Axe from the God of War game has made an appearance next to the London Eye. Fans can expect to see similar marketing pop-ups to come across Europe this week.

This marketing push comes just after the release of the new DualSense Edge controller and ahead of the much-anticipated launch of the PlayStation VR2 on February 22nd, retailing for $549.99. This upgraded VR headset boasts an OLED screen, a 110-degree field of view, 4K HDR support, and the capability to run games at up to 120Hz for an even smoother gaming experience. With over 30 games, including Gran Turismo 7, Resident Evil Village, and Horizon Call of the Mountain, set to release in the launch window, the VR2 will surely be something to watch out for. 

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iQOO 12 Likely to Support Faster Wired Charging, Wireless Charging

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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In December 2022, iQOO unveiled the iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro smartphones. The brand is now said to be working on the iQOO 12 lineup. In a new Weibo post, tipster Digital Chat Station (via. TechGoing) has seemingly shared the first details about the standard iQOO 12.

The iQOO 12 series should be launching by mid-2023 in the home market. The lineup will probably consist of the iQOO 12 and 12 Pro. These devices are expected to replace the iQOO 11 and 11 Pro, which supports 120W and 200W fast charging, respectively. The iQOO 11 Pro also supports 50W wireless charging. The iQOO 10 and 10 Pro models also offered the same charging capabilities. Here is a look at what to expect from the iQOO 12 lineup’s charging capabilities.

As can be seen in the screengrab above, the tipster has mentioned the charging capabilities of an upcoming flagship phone. While he has not explicitly mentioned the name of the device, he seems to be talking about the vanilla iQOO 12. He revealed that the device will arrive with an upgraded charging solution.

It seems that the iQOO 12 will support either 120W or 200W wired charging. There is a possibility that it could be somewhere between those numbers, such as 150W or 180W. While the predecessor Pro models supported wireless charging, none of the brand’s previous standard flagship phones did.

iQOO 11

The tipster has said nothing about the other specs of the iQOO 12 or the charging capabilities of the iQOO 12 Pro. In all likelihood, the Pro model will continue to support 200W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Hopefully, the rumor mill will shed more light on the iQOO 12 series in the coming weeks.

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LG to Launch Gram 17 Ultrabooks With RTX 3050 on February 1

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Anubhav
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LG has finally revealed the much-awaited launch date and price of its latest Gram 17 laptops. The latest iteration of this popular lineup of lightweight laptops will hit the market on February 1st. Earlier this year at the CES 2023, LG also showcased updates to its Gram series, including the Gram 17. The Gram17 now features a variable refresh rate, Dolby Atmos support, and 13th Gen Intel processors. This new series has been dubbed the “LG Gram Pro,” but it will simply be listed as “LG Gram 17” on LG’s website.

LG Gram Laptop

It appears that LG will launch two models. The cheaper variant will feature an NVIDIA RTX 3050 GPU, 16 gigs of RAM, and 1TB SSD. On the other hand, the higher-end variant will feature the same GPU but 32GB RAM and 2TB SSD. Both aforementioned models will be powered by Intel Core i7-1360P processors. 

Other Gram models, in 16-inch, 15-inch, and 14-inch sizes, are also set to receive upgrades later this year. These new models, which include the 17Z90R, 16Z90R, 15Z90R, and 14Z90R, aim to provide users with a balance of performance and portability. Equipped with the latest Intel Evo platform, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU, 13th Gen Intel Core processors, LPDDR5 RAM, and Gen4 NVMe SSD, these laptops will be capable of handling demanding tasks with ease, LG claims. Despite their lightweight design, the new Gram laptops boast a large battery capable of providing over 20 hours of video playback on a single charge.

It’s worth noting that the new Gram 17 is different from the iridescent-finished Gram Style and the 16-inch Gram UltraSlim, which were also unveiled at CES earlier this year. While those models may be eye-catching, it’s the tried and tested Gram 17 that may be the more practical and reliable choice for many customers in 2023. The laptops can be purchased via LG’s official website and selected retail outlets post-launch. The base model will be priced at $1999, whereas the higher-end option will be priced at $2299.

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OnePlus Nord 3 Design & Specs Leak – Alert Slider, 1.5K Amoled Display, 100W Fast Charging & More

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Sudhanshu
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OnePlus will soon be launching multiple new products in the market. On Feb 7, it is set to debut the OnePlus 11 in the global market. China as well as other regions will see the launch of the OnePlus Ace 2/OnePlus 11R on that day. We also got a report stating that internal testing of the OnePlus Nord 3 has begun under the codename “Larry”. And now, more information has surfaced regarding this upcoming mid-ranger.

Schematics and specifications of the upcoming OnePlus Nord 3 have been leaked by Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station. Starting with the design, the device appears to have flat aesthetics that has been quite popular in the mid-range as of late. This means that it features a flat back panel, flat edges, and a flat display. There are two camera islands, one of which holds a single camera, while the other holds two cameras. It also has dual LED flash modules on the back.

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OnePlus Nord 3 schematics

Up front, the device appears to have thin and even bezels going around the center punch-hole display. Surprisingly, the schematic reveals that the device will have an Alert Slider. It’s surprising because OnePlus had previously announced that the feature will be reserved for higher-end devices.

Coming to the specifications part, The Nord 3 is said to offer a 6.74-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1.5K resolution. If this turns out to be true, then the OnePlus Nord 3 will be the highest display resolution device in the Nord lineup to date.

an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 8200 CPU made using TSMC’s 4nm fabrication technology. The Mali-G610 MC6 GPU is built into the SoC. This is by no means a flagship chipset. However, its performance is quite admirable, making it good enough for the premium-midrange segment.

Details regarding the triple-camera setup are not yet clear, however, the tipster states that we could expect a 64MP Omnivision sensor or a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor for the primary camera. Going by the previous-gen Nord devices, the main sensor could be accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP camera.

Battery specs are also not confirmed at this moment as the device could use a 4,500mAh or a 5,000mAh unit. What’s interesting is that the device is tipped to come with 100W fast charging, making it the first Nord-branded device to do so. So far, the triple-digit fast charging has been reserved for premium devices by OnePlus. Relatedly, the upcoming OnePlus 11R has been confirmed to come with 100W fast charging. Lastly, we can expect Android 13 on the device, debuting with OxygenOS 13 in global regions and ColorOS 13 in China.

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OnePlus Ace 2 visits Geekbench with SD 8+ Gen 2 SoC & 16GB RAM

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Sudhanshu
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On February 7, OnePlus will be launching a new smartphone in China called the OnePlus Ace 2. The same device will be launching in the global market on the same date with the OnePlus 11R moniker. We recently saw the OnePlus Ace 2 on the AnTuTu benchmark where it scored 1,149,494 points. Now, the device has also been spotted on Geekbench 5, so let’s check out how it performs in single-core and multi-core heavy tasks.

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OnePlus Ace 2 Geekbench

The OnePlus Ace 2 has appeared on Geekbench bearing model number PHK110. Under the hood, the device has an octa-core chipset with a base clock speed of 2.02GHz and a boost clock speed of 3.19GHz. We already know that this is the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip which was the cutting-edge flagship chip before the launch of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in December 2023.

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The device is listed to have 16GB RAM and an Android 13-based operating system. Moving on to the benchmark results, the device scores 1336 points in the single-core test and 4178 points in the multi-core test of Geekbench 5. The score is quite impressive, however, not the highest we have seen for a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 device.

Nonetheless, the device should handle every heavy-duty task easily, and considering the AnTuTu scores, gaming should also be a breeze on the smartphone. The TSMC-made SD 8+ Gen 1 chip does well in keeping its temperature under control, so with a decent cooling solution on board, the phone will likely sustain high performance for extended periods of time.

As per previous reports, the device will likely come with a 6.7-inch curved AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device will have the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

As for photography, the device will have a triple-camera system on the back with a 50MP main camera with OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. Up front, a 16MP sensor will be present for selfies and video calls. Lastly, the device will have a 5,000mAh battery that supports 100W fast charging.

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Realme GT Neo 5 Launch Date Finally Revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Earlier this month, Realme confirmed that it would announce the Realme GT Neo 5 in February. Today, the brand released an official confirmation that the GT Neo 5 will be unveiled at 2:00 pm on Feb. 9 in China. As reports have revealed, the device is likely to be showcased at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 tech trade show, which will be held by the end of February.

Realme GT Neo 5 launch date
Realme GT Neo 5 launch date

The launch date released by the brand reiterates that the Realme GT Neo 5 will support 240W fast charging. As reports have revealed, the device may arrive in two battery variants. There could be a 4,600mAh battery model offering 240W fast charging, and a 5,000mAh battery variant with 150W rapid charging. These devices are likely to sport a different rear design, but the rest of the specs are likely to be the same on both battery variants.

Realme GT Neo 5 specifications (rumored)

Realme GT Neo 5 TENAA images
Realme GT Neo 5 TENAA images

The Realme GT Neo 5 is expected to house a 6.74-inch OLED panel with a punch-hole design. It will offer a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. For security, it will come equipped with an under-display fingerprint scanner.

The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset’s underclocked version will be present under the hood of the GT Neo 5. The device will be equipped with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 1 TB of UFS 3.1 storage. It is expected to arrive with the Android 13 OS and the Realme UI 4.0 on top.

For selfies, the Realme GT Neo 5 may feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. On the back, it will have an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 main camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It is also said to be equipped with RGB lights and an IR blaster.

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Fiido Showcases its eBikes & e-Scooter Catalogue Launching This Year

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Jed John Ikoba
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Fiido is ramping up its production capabilities with the announcement of some new e-bikes. The Fiido Titan, M31, Q2, and Kidz push-bike. The lineup of e-bikes includes heavy-duty models and other new offerings. The Fiido Titan is at one end of the spectrum while the agile M-series are on the lower end.

Fiido Q2

The new area of focus of Fiido may be uncharted territory but the OEM has unveiled its plans to deliver its new products. Fiido is well known for its innovative folding bikes and highly successful crowdfunding campaigns. The Q2 is a seated-only e-bike with a 1252.8Wh battery and dual 1,200W motors. The Q2 is designed for urban commutes and comes with a $1,599 price tag. The Titan is another model in the lineup, together with the minimalist and agile C21, C22, and C31 models.

Fiido Titan

The full specs of the 2023 Fiido lineup of e-bikes and e-scooters have not been released yet. But we know that the M31 mountain bike will have a mid-drive motor – the first of its kind. All the new bikes will come with compatibility with the Fiido app. The K1 Kidz push-bike will feature parental controls activated through the app. Fiido says the parental control feature is the first of its kind for such bikes.

Fiido K1

The release date of the new lineup of Fiido e-bikes is still in the realm of speculation. The company is yet to provide definitive launch information. It is however speculated that the launch of the models may be imminent. Global availability and pricing information for the new Fiido e-bikes are also lacking at this time.

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Honor Confirmed to Launch Magic 5 Series, Magic Vs Globally at MWC Event on February 27

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Anurag
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Honor’s Magic 5 series has been making headlines for some time now and today the company finally confirmed its global launch date. As expected, the new series will be debuting in the global market during the MWC event in Barcelona. Alongside the flagship lineup, the brand will also be introducing its latest Magic Vs foldable. Here are all the details.

As officially confirmed by Honor, the Magic 5 series and Magic Vs foldable will be debuting on February 27 at the MWC event. The event will start at 13:30 CET and will also be live-streamed for those interested. The Honor Magic 5 lineup should include three Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered smartphones- a vanilla Magic 5, a higher-end Magic 5 Pro, and a top-of-the-line Magic 5 Prestige Edition.

Honor Magic 5 launch date

The trio is rumored to be equipped 6.8-inch OLED LPTO panel with 1Hz-120Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, 480Hz touch sampling rate; HDR10+, and up to 1100nits of brightness. They should be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 5.0 storage.

The standard model is said to have 5,000mAh and 66W fast charging, while the other two models are expected to pack a 4,800mAh unit with 50W wired and wireless charging. The 40W UFCS charging standard will be supported by the three models. They all will run on Android 13 OS with Magic UI 7.0.

Moving to the Magic Vs, the foldable is already up for sale in China and it comes with a sleek and stylish design. It brings an improved gearless hinge, crafted with single-piece casting technology. There’s a 7.9 internal foldable OLED display with a resolution of 2272 x 1984 pixels, up to a 90Hz refresh rate, and 800 nits peak brightness. You may check all details here.


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PURE EV EcoDryft With a 130km Range Launched as India’s Cheapest e-Bike

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Jed John Ikoba
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PURE EV has unveiled what it calls India’s most affordable electric motorcycle, the EcoDryft. The new e-bike was designed and developed at PURE EV’s manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, India. The bike has a top speed of 75km/h and a range of 130km on a single charge.

PURE EV EcoDryft

The EcoDryft comes in four color variants – blue, red, black, and grey. The EcoDryft is priced at Rs. 99,999 ($1,227) exclusively for New Delhi residents. The bike is priced elsewhere in the subcontinent at Rs. 114,999 (~$1,411). The actual on-road price will vary depending on the state subsidies applicable and RTO fees. The PURE EV EcoDryft will also berth in other markets beginning with South Asia.

PURE EV EcoDryft

The company is expanding its dealer network across India. PURE EV also plans to extend its reach to the Middle East and Africa.

The EcoDryft has a drive train powered by a 3kW electric motor. The bike also features Bluetooth connectivity, and a digital instrument cluster. PURE EV says it had deployed demonstration versions of the EcoDryft across its dealerships nationwide for test drives. The feedback from the customers has been phenomenal, according to the company. Bookings for the new electric motorcycle are now open while the first deliveries will be made in March.

PURE EV EcoDryft

PURE EV hopes to leverage from the huge two-wheeler EV market in India that is on its ascendency. It says commute motorcycles make up the bulk of India’s two-wheeler sales. The EcoDryf is expected to have a great reception among Indian consumers.

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China’s Indigenous Aircraft C919 will Take its Maiden Passenger Flight in March

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Joane
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China’s indigenous C919 Jetliner manufactured by COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corp of China) will take its maiden passenger flight in March. This flight will be a major milestone for China as it will mark the beginning of an independent Chinese Aviation Sector. 

China Eastern Airlines will be the first carrier to fly the homemade aircraft. While many other domestic airlines are vying for the jetliner, foreign nations like Nigeria have already expressed their interest in the aircraft. 

Nigerian Aviation minister stated that the country would consider purchasing the C919 aircraft, once it officially joins the aviation fleet of China.   

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Currently, the medium-range aircraft is undergoing its 100-hour mandatory verification flight process which started on December 26. To date, the aircraft has flown to 9 cities and 10 airports, the latest flight being on January 28, from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Nanchang Changbei International Airport in Jiangxi Province. 

C919 is expected to complete its verification flight by February, after which it will receive the final validation and inspection results from the Civil Aviation Administration of China. Once approved the aircraft will fly major routes like Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an, Kunming, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Shenzhen. 

China Eastern Airlines has already trained nine pilots and twenty-four flight attendants to fly the C919. The company has also trained thirteen maintenance personnel including flight engineers to work on the indigenous aircraft and is in the process of training the second batch of personnel for the same.  

China is the most populous country and the second-largest aviation market in the world. Hence, it makes sense for the government to leverage the advantage of the domestic aviation market and compete with international players. Once in operation, the C919 Jetliner will put Beijing on the global aviation map and help to end the duopoly of the international aircraft manufacturers Boeing and Airbus.   

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