Polestar Launches the 2024 Polestar 2 EV with 300 miles of Range and 299 Horsepower

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Jan 26, 2023

Polestar, the electric vehicle brand owned by Volvo and Chinese automaker Geely, has just unveiled the updated version of its Polestar 2 sedan, and it’s set to be a fierce competitor for Tesla’s popular Model 3. The new Polestar 2 boasts a number of improvements over its predecessor, including an upgraded battery pack that increases its range to an estimated 300 miles for the single-motor, rear-wheel-drive version, and 270 miles for the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive variant. This is a significant improvement over the previous model, which had a range of 270 miles for the single-motor version and 260 miles for the dual-motor version.

The new battery pack also allows for faster charging, with a rate of 205 kilowatts. This means that the Polestar 2 can charge to 80% in just 40 minutes, and 100% in less than an hour. The Model 3, on the other hand, is rated for 272 miles of range for the base $44,000 model, and 338 miles for the longest-range version.

The new Polestar 2 also comes with more powerful motors. The single-motor version now makes 299 horsepower, up from 231 in the previous model, and can hit 60 mph in just 5.9 seconds. The all-wheel-drive version has even more power, cranking out 421 horsepower and 546 pound-feet of torque, allowing it to hit 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. Polestar has also re-calibrated the torque ratio in the dual-motor variant to increase the rear-wheel drive feel and enhance the driving experience.

In terms of design, the Polestar 2 gets a redesigned front end that houses its radar and forward-facing camera. The car also comes standard with much more driver-aiding tech, including blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and a 360-degree camera, which were all optional before. This is a smart move by Polestar, as it will help them to compete with Tesla’s tech-filled and Autopilot-enabled cars.

Polestar hasn’t released pricing for the new Polestar 2 yet, but it’s expected to start slightly above its current price of $48,400. One significant advantage of the Tesla Model 3 is that it qualifies for the federal EV tax credit of $7,500. However, the Polestar 2 isn’t made in North America and thus it isn’t eligible for the tax credit.

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Samsung Launches 2023 Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner and Bespoke Cube Air Purifier in Korea

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Jan 26, 2023

Samsung Electronics has unveiled two new air solution products in its home market of Korea. The Samsung 2023 Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner and the Bespoke Cube Air Purifier come with impressive features.

The Samsung Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner is an iteration of the 2016 wind-free air conditioner. The first-generation model came with some innovations at that time and produced cooling without direct wind. The Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner Gallery and Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner Classic are two options available. The air conditioners are operated with a windless function, including non-wind Slim, energy-specialized models, and eco-friendly/ SmartThings support.

The 2023 Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner Gallery utilizes a new silhouette and eco-friendly design. It has Samsung SmartThings functionality and enhanced connectivity. The air conditioner lineup has obtained first and second grades in energy consumption efficiency for all the models. The air conditioner has a larger heat transfer area, a larger outdoor fan, and a high-efficiency motor. It offers 10% improved cooling efficiency than the first-class energy consumption efficiency standard.

The Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner Classic has an energy consumption efficiency of 7.7. The use of the SmartThings Energy AI Saving Mode can further reduce energy consumption for the air conditioner by 20%. It has an eco-friendly refrigerant which is further expanded in the Slim model of the gadget. Some of the models feature a solar cell remote control that bypasses the use of disposable batteries. An ultra-fine filter that can be washed is reused is also part of the air conditioner’s system.

The 2023 Bespoke Cube Air air purifier comes with a customized care filter, which can also be upgraded to a pet/ deodorization filter. It offers enhanced deodorization capabilities and can easily remove strong odors from the room. It has a faster odor removal mechanism, certified by the Korea Air Cleaning Association. The AI saving mode can yield up to 30% saving in energy consumption. It also has SmartThings support for managing the air quality in your home.

The Samsung Bespoke Windless Air Conditioner Classic starts at 2.87 million won (~$2,328), while the Gallery model is priced at 3.22 million won (~$2,611). The price includes the basic installation fees. The Bespoke Cube Air purifier is priced between 790,000 won (~$641) and 1.74 million won (~$1,411). There is no information yet on whether the models will be available in other markets.

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OLED Tablets Become Popular Due To Pandemic, Jump In Penetration Expected In 2024

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Viraj Gawde

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Jan 26, 2023

There are two types of display panels on electronic gadgets – OLED and LCDs. However, OLED panels have failed to make their appearance on big screens even after dominating smartphones. Samsung has been one of the early adopters of OLED panels in its tablets. However, other OEMs have failed to adopt the same. As per Counterpoint Research, the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the OLED tablet’s popularity. The trend is said to continue and a jump in penetration is expected in 2024.

Samsung already uses OLED display panels on its Tab S series. Last year, tablets launched with OLED displays include ASUS VivoBook 13 Slate, Huawei MatePad Pro 11, and Lenovo Tab P11 Pro Gen 2.

There is a big difference between LCD and OLED displays. The former uses LED backlight for illumination whereas the latter provides pixel illumination to offer better colour contrasts and viewing angles. OLED panels are expensive as well as difficult to manufacture. However, they are also reliable as burn-in and pixel wear are more prevalent in LCDs. Falling manufacturing costs and the introduction of new technologies are expected to resolve the issues plaguing OLED panels.

As per the Counterpoint Research data, tablets with OLED displays account for 8 percent of the global market share in Q3 2022. They are likely to grow incrementally every quarter and achieve a 15 percent share in Q2 2024. Till the third quarter of 2022, South Koren major Samsung dominates the OLED tablet market with 68 percent share. Lenovo, Huawei, Microsoft, and Asus have market shares of 19,10, 2, and 1 percent respectively.

Counterpoint Research adds that significant developments in OLED penetration will likely remain dormant in 2023 as the cost of the display panel remains high. LG Display is increasing the capacities at its plants which is ultimately expected to reduce the per-unit price of an OLED panel. The research firm predicts that in Q2 2024, Samsung will have 40 percent market share followed by Apple having 21 percent share as the Cupertino-based tech giant is also expected to announce OLED iPads in future.

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OnePlus Pad Design Leaks Via Renders

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jan 26, 2023

OnePlus will be holding its first global launch event of 2023 on February 23. The conference is primarily for the OnePlus 11, however, the brand will also be debuting several other products.

The company has been revealing those additional devices for the last few days. Yesterday, it was officially disclosed that the OnePlus Pad, the brand’s first tablet, will be unveiled at this event.

Today, we get to see the design of this product via leaked renders.

Prolific leaker Steve Hemmerstoffer (@OnLeaks) has partnered with MySmartPrice to share the renders of the upcoming OnePlus Pad. This is the first time we are seeing the design of the tablet.

As per the renders, the tablet will sport a unibody metal chassis. Further, it will feature uniform bezels on the opposing sides with the front-facing camera on one of the side bezels.

The device’s rear will include a weird-looking camera, a OnePlus logo, and a OnePlus branding. All of these will be placed in a way suitable for landscape viewing rather than portrait, like on most tablets on the market.

The volume keys will be located on the right side, whereas the power will be placed on the top. The left side will have a connector, which could be for the official stylus accessory.

Last but not least, the tipster says that the device will flaunt an 11.6-inch display. Unfortunately, it’s not known whether the panel will be an LCD or an OLED.

We are looking forward to learning more about this tablet in the coming days as the official announcement is still almost two weeks away.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2’s USA Locked Version Gets Android 13 Update

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Chandan

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Jan 26, 2023

Samsung is all prepared for the upcoming Galaxy Unpack event. The brand will launch its 2023 lineup of flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S23 series and other products such as the Galaxy Book 3 series in the event. Anyway, the USA carrier-locked version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 smartphone has started grabbing the Android 13 Update. The unlocked version received the update a month earlier and now, the update is finally getting released for the locked versions of the device.

The carrier-locked Galaxy Z Fold 2’s One UI 5.0 update runs on Android 13 and has the US firmware version F916USQU2IVK5. The security patch for November 2022 is also included in the update for the foldable phone. The phone hasn’t yet received the upgrades for December 2022 and January 2023, despite the fact that the device is intended to receive security updates every month. We assume that the company will shortly release the most recent security fix for the gadget.

The new version is already accessible on the networks of Sprint and T-Mobile in the US, and additional network providers could roll it out in the coming weeks. Comparing the updated version to the unlocked version, there are no significant changes. The final update is now available after a few minor adjustments made by the brand to make it work with the carrier-locked version. You can get the Android 13 update by going to Settings » Software update and selecting Download and install if you own a carrier-locked version of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 in the US and use one of the aforementioned networks.

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 receives the Android 13 update, which features a revamped user interface (UI), an extended Color Palette (Material You) feature, better widgets, larger app icons in alerts, improved blur effects, and smoother transitions. The update also makes it simpler to customise the lock screen and choose a wallpaper. So that’s the end of our post. I genuinely thank you for continuing to read.

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Nintendo Switch Users Beware, Your Console May Get Damaged by This Condensation Effect

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Sean

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Jan 26, 2023

Nintendo has just shared a warning to the owners of its popular handheld console, the Switch. The company is asking its users to be careful with a condensation effect that could damage the device. So here are all the details.

Most Switch users that are more worried about issues like the infamous Joy Con stick drift. However, there appears to be another major issue that could severely damage the new handheld console. The Japanese video game giant shared a new tweet from its Japanese support account. This tweet basically warned the owners of the Switch regarding a condensation problem and also gave tips on how to deal with this issue.

The company stated that Switch users should watch out for water droplets that can be caused by rapid changes in temperature. Apparently, water droplets could form if there is any significant temperature changes in the surrounding environment. This condensation could end up damaging the console. While Nintendo did share an image to showcase this issue, the art piece does not reveal if these droplets form underneath or on top of the display panel.

The company stated that if these droplets are spotted, one should completely power off their Switch console and not put it into sleep mode. Furthermore, one should also bring the handheld console into a warm room until it dries up. The tweet that shared the warning also came with a link that offers a direction on how to completely shutting down the Switch.

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More Users to Get the Message Delivery Indicator System from Google Soon

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Chandan

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Jan 26, 2023

To better compete with Apple and make Google Messages more akin to an RCS texting system, Google is working arduously on it. Read receipts and end-to-end encryption, which were already accessible on messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, have been added by the brand. Google Messages’ recent beta version already includes delivery and read indicators in the checkmark style. On the other hand, not many people could access it because of the limited beta testing. The upgrade is apparently now being rolled out to a larger audience by the brand.

Google began beta testing a replacement for the Messages app’s spelt-out Sent, Delivered, and Read delivery indicators in October 2022. A single indication displays for sent messages, two indicators appear side by side for delivered messages, and the checkmarks fill in when the text is read. The iconography-based replacements are circles with checkmarks. These checkmarks appear to be appearing in the Messages app for an increasing number of beta testers lately. At least two beta-enrolled phones that didn’t have the feature before testing started are now showing them.

The Google Messages app would benefit visually from a wider rollout of the new message delivery indicators, taking it one step closer to feature parity with competing services. The Google Messages app would benefit visually from a wider distribution of the new message delivery indicators, taking it one step closer to feature parity with competing services. Even while Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram are still the most popular instant messaging services, RCS on Google Messages is positioned to overtake them someday. Google made an effort to showcase the benefits of RCS at CES, but Apple has shown no evidence of changing its mind about being incompatible.

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

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OPPO Reno 8T Launching In Philippines On February 8

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Viraj Gawde

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Jan 26, 2023

OPPO Reno 8T is set to debut the Reno 8T smartphone on February 8th. The brand’s Philippines branch has confirmed the launch date on its social channels. The Reno 8T will be the third device in the Reno 8 series that debuted last year. The upcoming offering has surfaced on the web various times in the past. OPPO’s Philippines website also has a microsite of the Reno 8T revealing its key specifications ahead of the launch.

As per the microsite, the OPPO Reno 8T will feature a fibreglass leather back panel. It houses dual traditional camera rings at the top left with the second ring accommodating two lenses. The device will be available in Black and Leather Orange colours. The smartphone is confirmed to come with a 100MP portrait camera. Internally, the OPPO Reno 8T will pack up to 8GB RAM along with 8GB virtual RAM expansion technology. It will come with up to 128GB of storage onboard. The upcoming offering will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit.

This is everything we know about the OPPO Reno 8T at the moment. The smartphone is also listed on OPPO Indonesia’s website and it will be available in 4G and 5G variants in the country. It remains to be seen which version the Philippines market will receive.

Leaks reveal that the OPPO Reno 8T 4G will come with a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with curved edges and a 90Hz refresh rate. It will reportedly be powered by an Helio G99 SoC and a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 33W fast charging.

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Xiaomi Exec responds to brand’s upcoming Modena EV’s design leaks

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Sean

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Jan 26, 2023

Over the last couple of weeks, we have reported on a sighting and design leaks for the Xiaomi Modena EV, which is the company’s first ever electric car model. Now, an executive from the brand has responded to these leaks. So let’s have a look.

For those unaware, the Chinese tech giant is working on an electric vehicle that is believed to be called Modena. Earlier this month, the car was spotted going extreme weather testing in the snow, with one of the drivers being the company’s CEO and Founder, Lei Jun himself. Following this, we had also covered another leak, which revealed the front and rear bumper design of the upcoming Modena EV, ahead of its official announcement.

Based on this, we can see that the electric car appears to look quite similar to the Tesla Model 3. This seems somewhat true considering how Xiaomi is building what appears to be a sporty sedan type of vehicle. In response to these leaks, the general manager of PR, Wang Hua, stated that while the recent leaks are related to the company’s upcoming EV model, the design is a generic template.

The senior official added that this template was supplied to Xiaomi by BAIC Mold & Plastic. This statement is likely true considering the design sketch leaks also revealed the suppliers list for the EV, which had also listed BAIC. In other words, apart from the covered sighting of the vehicle, we still have no real idea as to what the Modena EV will look like. The response from the company’s executive could also hint at the prototype models that were spotted in the wild.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Camera Performance Leaks: Could it have the Best Low-Light Photography of 2023?

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Jan 26, 2023

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Series, set to be officially unveiled on February 1, 2023. However, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has been unboxed ahead of its official launch. An unboxing video shared by Edwards Urbina on Twitter recently revealed the design and low-light performance of the phone. Here are the details…

Exploring the capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra’s camera

The unboxing video shows the white S23 Ultra, which Samsung is rumored to name Cotton Flower. According to Urbina’s post, the device has gold edges to give it a more premium look, and a rear camera ring that protrudes a bit from the body, similar to the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro. The edges of the Galaxy S23 Ultra have also been squared off compared to the S22 Ultra. Probably, that’s making it more comfortable to grab. The slot for the S Pen continues to be found on the left side.

In addition to the unboxing video, Edwards shared some shots of the S23 Ultra‘s low-light camera Unfortunately, he has removed his posts from Twitter. That’s why we can’t show you the unboxing video, but photos taken with the phone and showing low-light abilities have been spread on the internet.

The photos show that the S23 Ultra’s night mode will be impressive. Even the photos taken using the Galaxy S23 Ultra‘s zoom look good at first glance and have a lot of detail. As you can see, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is much more successful than its predecessor in low-light comparison.

Galaxy S23 Ulta vs Google Pixel 7 Pro in Zoom

Also popular leakster Ice Universe claims that the S23 Ultra will be able to record bokeh video at 4K 30fps, up from the S22 Ultra’s 1080p 30fps limit. The device is also said to have relatively good thermal management for sustained performance. This has been an issue with Samsung phones in the past. We’ll see if all of this is true when the phone comes out on February 1st.

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Smartphone Market Saw the Biggest Fall in Holiday Quarter in 2022

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Sean

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Jan 26, 2023

The global smartphone shipments saw a massive decline in the holiday quarter in 2022. This drop was the largest ever recorded in the market, with the overall shipments last year also saw a sizeable decline. So here are all the details.

According to a new report, the worldwide smartphone shipments saw a significant decline of 18.3 percent year on year in the fourth and final quarter of 2022. On the other hand, the overall market fell by a notable 11.3 percent as well last year. In Q4 2022, the market saw over 300 million shipments of handsets, down from 367.6 million units shipped back in 2021. Interestingly, Apple, Samsung, and Xiaomi took the top 3 spot on this list. However, most top brands saw a notable decline during this period.

The iPhone maker saw a near 15 percent fall year on year in Q4 2022, while Samsung also saw an almost 16 percent decline. Similarly, Xiaomi faced an even deeper dive of 26.3 percent in Q4 2022. In other words, most brands suffered during this time. A similar trend can also be seen in the smartphone market in the whole of 2022. Shipments in the global market fell to 1.2 billion units in 2022 from 1.359 billion units that were shipped in 2021.

As per IDC, despite hefty sales and promotional events, various issues caused the decline of the smartphone market. There were a number of problems faced by the industry, with supply chain difficulties as China faced lockdowns due to the viral outbreak. Furthermore, customers also faced rising cost and inflation, while the overall economic conditions also worsened. Thus, shipments slowed down last year, especially in the final three months.

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Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Appears on FCC With Battery & Charging Specs

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Sudhanshu

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Jan 26, 2023

Many reports have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G could launch in the coming weeks. A recent one among these also revealed the design renders of these premium mid-range devices. We say premium mid-range because the high-tier Galaxy A7x series has reportedly been canceled for the upcoming, as well as future generations.

Now, the Galaxy A54 5G has made an appearance on the FCC database. The listing has the device marked with the model number SM-A546E. We get some key information from this certification listing starting with the fast charging capability which will be 25W.

The battery has the model number EB-BA546BY, and its rated capacity is 4905mAh. We will likely see it marketed as 5000mAh capacity. The charging adapter has an EP-TA800 model number and 25W peak output. It supports 15W (5V/3A) and 25W (9V/2.77A) outputs through USB-PD protocol. The charger also supports PPS charging protocol with up to 25W output.

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G will support Bluetooth, Bluetooth LE, WLAN a/b/g/n/ac/ax, and NFC in terms of connectivity. This suggests that WiFi 6 connectivity will be supported by the phone.

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G was previously discovered on the Geekbench benchmark database, where it was discovered to be equipped with 6GB RAM and Exynos 1380 chipset. The camera configuration of the device has also leaked, revealing that the Galaxy A54 5G will have a triple camera unit headlined by a 50MP primary camera. Finer details are still behind the veil, however, we will likely hear more about this device in the coming weeks.

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Lenovo Launches New Chromebooks for Students With Unique Features to Aide Learning

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Sean

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Jan 26, 2023

Lenovo has just launched a number of new laptops for its student customers. Among the new releases, the company has also unveiled new Chromebook models that will offer ‘Smarter Education’ and a better experience when learning, so lets have a look.

Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4

The 100e Chromebook Gen 4 is the first of the lot and sports an 11.6 inch anti-glare display. This model weighs just 1.25 kilograms and is equipped with a MediaTek Kompanio 520 processor. The chipset is paired with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of eMMC internal storage. The laptop also comes with Wi-Fi 6 supports along with an optional 4G LTE enabled variant as well. Other features include HD camera for online classes and durable keyboard with full skirt keycaps and reinforced ports and hinges.

This model also arrives with an array of Lenovo services dedicated to enhance the learning experience for student users. like LanSchool, LanSchool Air, NetFilter, and more, which will also be featured in the other laptops listed below as well. One of the more notable features includes VR Classroom that offers an immersive learning hub on a cloud portal and is designed to allow educators to find relevant VR content to create lessons and even manages their class with ease.

Lenovo 300e Yoga Chromebook Gen 4

Similar to the 100e model, the 300e Yoga Chromebook Gen 4 also sports an 11.6 inch IPS LCD panel that also supports touch screen functionality. The screen also comes with Corning Gorilla Glass and an optional garaged stylus. Under the hood, the laptop also houses MediaTek Kompanio 520.

Apart from the display panel, another major difference between the 100e model is the 360 degree hinge that is paired with rubber bumpers for added protection. On the front, the Chromebook also offers a HD front camera, although buyers can also opt for a 5 megapixel world facing camera to capture real time field tripe videos and images. For connectivity, this model also supports Wi-Fi 6 standards.

Lenovo 500e Yoga Chromebook Gen 4

The Chinese PC maker also unveiled the 500e Yoga Chromebook Gen 4, which is a higher end model out of the three. It sports a taller 12.2 inch IPS LCD panel that is also touch enabled. It has a 16:10 aspect ratio along with Gorilla Glass protection and TUV certification with low blue light to ease strain on users eyes.

Under the hood, the notebook features a more powerful Intel N100 or N200 CPU. This is paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of eMMC internal storage. Users can even choose to get an active stylus pen since the device has a touch display. Similarly, one can even choose between Wi-Fi 6 or 6E and an optional 4G LTE for additional connectivity options. The front also houses an HD or FHD camera and the option to add a 5 megapixel world facing camera.

Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 3

Lastly, the company launched the 14e Chromebook Gen 3, which differs from the Yoga models listed above. It features a taller 14 inch display, however, this model does not have a touch enabled panel. But it does offer an aluminum top cover and has a high 82 percent screen to body ratio. This model can feature either the Intel N200 processor or the Intel Core i3-N305 CPU.

This chipset is paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of SSD storage. Other features include Wi-Fi 6 or 6E for faster and more stable connectivity. For online classes and hybrid learning, one can also opt for HD or FHD camera. Unfortunately, the company has yet to reveal the pricing for these laptop models. Although, the new Chromebooks for education will be available within the first quarter of this year.

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Bharti Airtel Bumps up the Price of Its Minimum Monthly Recharge Plan to INR 155

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Anubhav

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Jan 26, 2023

Telecom companies in India are constantly in competition. With many people needing to stay in touch with each other, companies make sure that they offer the most attractive and enticing plans to their customers in order to attract new customers and retain the loyalty of old ones. However, companies may sometimes take decisions for their own betterment. This could be to keep the company afloat or to simply boost the organization’s revenue. In recent news, popular Telecom company Bharti Airtel has ended its minimum recharge plan of INR 99.

Bharti Airtel has made this change in seven more circles, following its discontinuation in the circles of Odisha and Haryana. The company is now offering an entry-level plan of INR 155, which includes 1 GB of internet data, 300 text messages, and a validity of 28 days. Previously, Airtel offered a minimum recharge plan of INR 99 with 200MB data and a rate of Rs 2.5 paise per second for 28 days.

The discontinuation of this plan began in November 2022 and will eventually result in an increase in average revenue per user for the company. However, users would have to face a 57% increase in monthly costs for customers who used the INR 99-pack, in spite of getting more bang for their buck overall. An Airtel spokesperson further stated that the company’s new plan would provide users with more flexibility, convenience and superior value for their money.

While it has increased the price of its base plan, the company is also trying to attract new customers with more bundled subscriptions. The company recently started offering bundle plans to its customers as a part of its Airtel Black subscriptions, which allows users to combine their Airtel mobile, DTH and fiber services in one plan so that they don’t have to deal with multiple bills. In addition to benefits such as unlimited calling and internet perks, users get free subscriptions to Netflix, Disney Plus Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video and more.

It will be interesting to see how Bharti Airtel rivals its competitors, such as Jio Telecom, in the future.

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Beelink SEI12 Pro Mini-pc With Intel Core I5-1240P or Core I7-1260P CPUs Goes on Sale

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Sudhanshu

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Jan 26, 2023

The mini-PC market has been steadily growing in recent times due to people looking for portable and space-efficient solutions. The popularity of these compact machines has been bolstered by leaps in architecture and technology by AMD and Intel, which now manufacture powerful chips that consume a fraction of the energy that they used to.

Beelink is a brand that has regularly launched mini-PCs carrying cutting-edge hardware along with a plethora of ports to suit the needs of various types of users. Now, the brand started selling the SEi12 Pro model, which it unveiled back in November.

The SEi12 Pro, as its name suggests, uses 12th-generation Intel Core processors, with the company now providing the Core i5-1240P or Core i7-1260P. Both are 28 W processors with 4 P cores, 8 E cores, and 16 threads for comparison’s sake. However, the Core i7-1260P features a stronger iGPU and 6 MB additional L3 cache in addition to a faster CPU boost clock. The ports listed below are also included in every SEi12 Pro configuration:

1x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
1x 3.5 mm jack
2x HDMI
1x Thunderbolt 4
4x USB 3.0 Type-A

Other than that, the Beelink SEi12 Pro comes with two SO-DIMM slots capable of housing DDR5-4800 RAM. There is a PCIe 4.0 slot present on the device, and it also has two fans that regulate the temperature inside the mini-PC.

The SEi12 Pro with a Core i5-1240P processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 500 GB SSD is currently available from Beelink for $599 USD. As an alternative, the company charges US$609 for the identical setup on Amazon US. There is a Core i7-1260P variant with 32 GB of RAM and 500 GB of storage available for US$799 on both Amazon and the company’s website.

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Musk Considers Chinese EV Makers as Tesla’s Biggest Rivals

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Joane

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Jan 26, 2023

Yesterday, at the Tesla Q4 Earnings call, investors and employees of Tesla were ecstatic as Tesla reported record-breaking sales for 2022. The multinational automotive and clean energy company is the world’s second-largest Electric Vehicle (EV) seller, right behind China’s BYD.

Tesla has a long-standing relationship with China, as the country is its second-largest EV market after the US. Giga Shanghai also known as Gigafactory 3 was Tesla’s first overseas factory built for the final assembly of Model 3 and Model Y.

China is the biggest EV market in the world with a projected revenue of $190.40 billion in 2023. The country reported a 113% growth in its EV sale, a staggering figure as compared to North America and Europe. China’s BYD overtook Tesla last year to be the number one Electric Vehicle seller in the world. Hence, it is obvious that Tesla will keep an eye on China and its growing EV market.

During the Q4 earnings call, Musk personally accepted that Chinese EV makers are the biggest rivals for Tesla in the EV market. He further added that Chinese workers work the smartest and hardest of the lot, and hence their companies had the edge over others.

Musk did not single out any particular Chinese company, but said that China is most likely going to be second to Tesla. He further said that the Tesla China team is winning as they are able to attract the best talent in the country.

According to a Reuters report, Tesla China chief, Tom Zhu was recently transferred to the US to run the factories and business in North America. This move shows that Musk really appreciates the talent and work ethics of Chinese people.

Tesla Announced Q4-2022 Financials

In 2022, Tesla recorded the highest revenue and sale in its history. The company sold 1.31 million EVs, marking a record-breaking 40% growth YoY, even though it fell short of the estimated 1.4 million target deliveries. According to the Q4 Earnings report, the company made $24.32 billion in revenue and a profit of $3.7 billion, which is a whopping 59% increase as compared to the profit for Q4 in the year 2021.

The company’s Earning Per Share (EPS) stood at $1.19 which was higher than the Refinitiv Estimate of $1.13. The company also exceeded the Q4 revenue estimate of $24.16 billion. Refinitiv Estimate is a standard used in the financial industry for advanced analytics and comparisons. Exceeding the predicted estimate has made the investors happy.

Tesla’s net income for the year 2022 stood at $14.1 billion, showing a whopping growth as compared to the $5.5 billion in 2021. Musk thanked his employees for their hard work as 2022 was an incredibly challenging year due to declining demand, forced lockdowns, rising interest rates, delivery challenges, and more.

Musk said that in January the company saw the strongest orders year-to-date than ever in the history of the company, and they are currently receiving orders at almost twice the rate of production.

Tesla Price Cutback Was A Smart Move

Tesla Inc. which started with the EV Roadster (now out of production), sells four different Evs named Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y, and the Tesla Semi Electric Truck. Over the past years, the average sale price for Tesla vehicles has gone down, which has made investors unhappy. Last year, the company slashed its prices by up to 20% to stimulate the overall demand for its EVs and also to bring the Model 3 and Model Y under the purview of the Inflation Reduction Act. After the price cut, the EVs may qualify for the $7500 Federal Tax Credit given to Electric Sedans.

Musk said that many people wanted to buy Tesla cars, but did not find them affordable. By cutting down the price, he wants to enable a lot more people to buy his EVs.

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Apple iPhone 15 to Feature Wi-Fi 6E Like New iPad Pro & Macs: Report

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Sean

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Jan 26, 2023

While the Apple iPhone 15 series launch is still months away, there have already been numerous rumors and reports regarding the upcoming smartphones. Now, the latest one reveal another new specification of the 2023 iPhone. So let’s have a look.

According to a research note by analysts Blayne Curtis and Tom O’Malley, the iPhone 15 models will feature Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. But unfortunately, it is unclear if the entire lineup will feature the latest networking standard or if it would be restricted to just the higher end Pro variants. As of right now, the Cupertino based giant offers Wi-Fi 6E standards on its latest iPad Pro models, along with the MacBook Pro and Mac mini PCs as well.

On the other hand, the current gen iPhone 14 series only feature the older Wi-Fi 6 standard. For those unaware, this standard works on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands while the Wi-Fi 6E also works over the 6GHz band as well. This allows for faster wireless speeds, lower latency, and less signal interference as well. In other words, it offers various improvements over its predecessor. Although, to avail the benefits Wi-Fi 6E offers, one would also need to connect it with a router that supports the latest standards.

This includes routers from known brands like ASUS, TP-Link, and Netgear. Interestingly, the Wi-Fi 6E standard was also previously rumored to make an appearance on the iPhone 13 and even the iPhone 14 series as well. However, since we know that this didn’t happen, there is a better change for the next gen iPhone 15 to feature this wireless connectivity technology. But keep in mind that this is still just an unconfirmed report so take this news with a pinch of salt for now.

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Major Changes To Google’s Android In India – Here Are The Details

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Anubhav

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Jan 26, 2023

India is one of Google’s biggest markets, with 97% of over 600 million smartphones in the country running on Android OS. For reference, just 75% of all 550 million smartphones in Europe run on Android.

On January 25, Google stated that it would let Indian Smartphone manufacturers license selective applications for pre-installation. Additionally, the company will also let users set their preferred search engine as the default one. This is a major change considering Google has been the default search engine on every Android smartphone since forever.

Google’s recent decisions can be attributed to the Indian Supreme Court’s statement from last week, where the court stated that Google is abusing its standing in the Indian market. The Supreme Court is the highest authority of power in the country, and receiving a ruling from the same forced Google to announce these changes. This will radically change the company’s marketing strategies in India, especially how Google operates in the Indian market, a sector which holds a lot of growth potential.

Here are the major changes for Google in India

OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) now be able to license individual Google apps for pre-installation on their smartphones
New users will be prompted to choose their default search engine when they set up their devices.
The Android compatibility requirements will be modified so that Google partners can build non-compatible or forked variants.
Users can purchase in-app digital content through choice billing, which will allow them to pick between Google Play’s billing system or an alternative of their own choice.
The way applications are sideloaded onto Android devices has been changed to minimize security risks. This would include applications downloaded directly from developers’ websites.
The company will expand their online help resources to include details of Google Play Services and the application of their service fees.

Google further stated in its blog post that implementation of all these changes would be a tedious task for the company, since Google has a massive ecosystem of its own. It also stated that the company would require a lot of coordinated effort from various OEMs and developers in order to make these changes possible.

The Indian Government has been quite strict with Google in terms of market positioning and strategies. Back in October, Google was fined $161 Million (Rs. 1337.76 crores) for having restrictions on device manufacturers pertaining to the pre-installation of applications and search engine exclusivity. Google had hoped to block the implementation of these directives by CCI (Competition Commission of India), emphasizing that it would have to amend arrangements with more than 1100 device makers across the country.

Unfortunately, as mentioned previously, the Supreme Court of India refused to comply with Google at all.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 4K 60FPS Video Samples & Image Samples Appear Online

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Sudhanshu

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Jan 26, 2023

Samsung is ready to unveil new devices on February 1 at the Galaxy Unpacked launch event. The star of the show will be the Galaxy S23 series, or more specifically, the Galaxy S23 Ultra flagship smartphone.

Through numerous leaks, we already know that the device has a new 200MP primary camera sensor. Image samples have also been released to showcase the improvement in quality. Now, @edwardsurbina has shared multiple video samples on Youtube showcasing 4K 60 FPS footage captured through the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Edwards Urbina had also shared 8K 30 FPS video samples on Twitter, however, they were swiftly taken down. It is likely that Samsung intervened since they don’t want these non-official video samples floating online ahead of the official launch.

Coming back to the video samples, the first one appears to be filmed by the 200MP primary camera. While the second video appears to be zoomed in, which could mean that it was filmed by one of the two telephoto cameras (3x and 10x) present on the phone.

New camera samples of the device have also emerged with one shot from the main 200MP camera, while other images are shot at 10x and 30x zoom.

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Unfortunately, these images are taken off of Twitter, which means that they are downscaled and we cannot observe them in the original resolution.

With the launch being set for next week, we are expecting more images and video samples of these devices to surface soon. So, stay tuned for more.

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Poco X5 & Poco X5 Pro Appear on European Retailer’s Website With Detailed Specs

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Sudhanshu

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Jan 26, 2023

POCO’s upcoming X5 series of smartphones is expected to launch soon in multiple markets. Although the brand hasn’t made any official announcements about the launch date yet, rumors state that the Indian launch could take place on February 6.

Ahead of the launch, both POCO X5 and POCO X5 Pro have appeared on Bulgarian retailer – CityTel’s website. The specifications and design of the new POCO X5 series smartphones are revealed in the shop listings. On the retailer’s website, however, pictures of the POCO X4 GT and POCO X4 Pro are displayed.

POCO X5 Pro specs

The listing reveals that the Poco X5 Pro will feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The device measures 162.1 × 76 × 7.9mm and will weigh 181 grams.

Under the hood, the smartphone will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor and an Adreno 642L graphics processing unit. A recent leak has revealed that the POCO X5 Pro could be the cheapest Snapdragon 778G smartphone yet.

Moving on, the device will feature a 108MP primary camera paired with an 8MP unit and a 2MP unit. We can expect the latter two to be ultra-wide and a portrait camera, respectively. The phone will have a 16MP front camera for taking selfies and making video calls.

According to the listing, the X5 Pro would enable 67W fast charging and have a 5000mAh battery. Additionally, it will have an IP68 rating. There are three color choices available: yellow, black, and blue.

POCO X5 specs

The vanilla model will also feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and a Full HD+ (1080 × 2400 pixel) resolution. However, it will only have Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The device will be a bit larger and heavier than the Pro model, measuring 165.8 × 76.2 × 7.98 mm and weighing 189 grams.

Under the hood, it will feature a Snapdragon 695 chipset paired with 6GB of RAM. We’ll be getting a triple camera unit on it consisting of a 48MP primary shooter, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP sensor. The front camera will house a 13MP sensor. Other than that, the listing reveals that the device will have IP54 water and dust resistance and will come in green, blue, and black color options.

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