As we already know, the OnePlus 11 will be getting a global launch on February 7. The device launched in China in early January. Although it is said to be a global launch, customers in Germany won’t be seeing the flagship smartphone launch in their country.
This is due to the recent ban imposed by Germany on the sale of OnePlus and Oppo smartphones in the country. For those unaware, the ban was imposed by the German count on Oppo and OnePlus back in August 2022, after Nokia filed a suit against the brands for illegally using its 4G and 5G patents in their devices.
According to sources close to OnePlus, the situation still remains the same for the company. However, customers interested in getting their hands on the OnePlus flagship will be able to do so by buying it from other countries in the EU.
OnePlus 11 specs
As the device is already available in China, we know all there is to know about the specifications. The display of the flagship device is a 6.7-inch E4 AMOLED this time around with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3216 x 1440p resolution. It supports HDR10+ and comes with a punch-hole cutout in the top left corner.
Under the hood, there is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset taking care of all the computing. The chipset is paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. Software-wise, the device has Android 13 onboard with OxygenOS 13 on top.
The triple camera unit on the back of the OnePlus 11 consists of a 32MP Sony IMX709 2x telephoto camera, a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor with OIS. For selfies and video calls, the front camera has a 16MP sensor.
A 5,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging comes standard in the OnePlus 11. A USB Type-C port, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, Wi-Fi 6E, and 5G are among the available connectivity options. The phone weighs 205 grams and has dimensions of 163.1 x 74.1 x 8.53mm. Other features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, IP54 certification, and an alert slider.
Infinix unveiled the Zero 5G in February 2022 as its first-ever 5G-enabled smartphone. The company recently confirmed that the Zero 5G 2023 series will be announced on Feb. 4 in India. The word “series,” which can also see on the landing page available on Flipkart, suggests that the lineup may include another model. The top model in the lineup is dubbed as the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Turbo. Here’s what to expect from the price of the Turbo model.
The Realme 10 Pro+, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ are the only Dimensity 1080-powered phones available in the Indian market. In their base models, these devices offer configurations, such as 8GB+128GB, 6GB+128GB, and 12GB+256GB. These are priced at Rs 25,999 (~$319), Rs 21,999 (~$269), and Rs 29,999 (~$367), respectively. The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 will undercut these phones with a sub-Rs 20,000 (~$245) price tag.
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Turbo
The Zero 5G 2023 Turbo will come in an 8GB+256GB version only. The company has partnered with Marvel Studios for the smartphone to celebrate the release of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantomania, which is scheduled to take place on Feb. 17. Hence, it will arrive in a special package, as shown in the above image.
Unlike its rivals that have an AMOLED panel, the Zero 5G 2023 Turbo will have a 6.78-inch LCD panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution. It will run on Android 12-based XOS 12 and feature a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The phone will be available in three different colors: orange (with a vegan leather back), black, and white.
The Zero 5G 2023 Turbo will have a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. It will have a 16-megapixel front camera with dual-LED flash and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple-camera system with quad-LED flash.
Infinix will announce the Infinix Note 12i mid-range phone in India today. It will be one of the most affordable phones with an AMOLED screen, with a price tag of around Rs 11,000 (~$135). After the Note 12i, the company will release two more products, namely the Infinix Zero Book Ultra and the Zero 5G 2023 series. The notebook is scheduled to launch on Jan. 31, whereas the Zero-series phone is all set to launch on Feb. 4 in the country. Here is everything you should expect from the Infinix Zero Book series of notebooks.
Infinix entered the laptop segment in December 2021 by announcing the INBook X1. The company released three new products in 2022: the INBook X1 Slim, the INBook X1 Neo, and the INBook X2 Plus. Now it is all set to announce its Zero-branded laptops, namely, the Zero Book and Zero Book Ultra, in the country.
Infinix Zero Book Ultra
Designed for creators, the upcoming Zero Book series of notebooks will be priced higher than any of the Infinix laptops available in the Indian market. To deliver top-notch performance, the device will come equipped with 12th-generation Intel Core H processor options, such as the Core i5, Core i7, and Core i9. The Zero Book series will feature LPDDR5 RAM and PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.
The Zero Book series’ first generation will be available in four configurations: Core i5 with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, Core i7 with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, Core i9 with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, and Core i9 with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage.
The top two variants will have “Ultra” branding. As far as pricing is concerned, the highest configuration model will be priced under Rs 90,000 (~$1,100), which is an astonishing price since notebooks with such a configuration cost around Rs 1,50,000 (~$1,837) in the Indian market.
Some of its key features include a physical “Overboost” toggle that enhances its performance, an FHD webcam with an AI BeautyCam feature, quad-array speakers, and a 70Whr battery that promises a long battery life. It will feature a 15.6-inch FHD LED-backlit display and support 96W charging. The device will be available for purchase via Flipkart.
Portronics has announced a smart writing pad named the Ruffpad 15M in India. One of the key features of the device is that it comes equipped with a large color display. Another good thing about it is that it allows users to save drawings and notes by using a smartphone app. Hence, the Ruffpad 15M is a significant effort to reduce paper waste by providing a big, colourful display panel with the ability to save and share your work via a smartphone app.
Portronics Ruffpad 15M specifications and features
Portronics RuffPad 15M
The Portronics Ruffpad 15M has a 15-inch LCD panel, which can display vibrant colors. The stylus that accompanies the device has a rubber tip that offers a smooth experience while writing and drawing on the LCD screen.
A 3V user-replaceable coin cell that can last for several months, according to the company, powers the smart pad. There is a single button on the front for quick erasing. A smart lock switch is available onboard to prevent accidental erasing.
Portronics RuffPad 15M
To save the drawings or writings on a smartphone, one can use the Ruffpad app, which can be found in the Android and iOS app stores. It has a thickness of 6.6mm and weighs around 340 grams. Since it is a very lightweight writing pad, one can easily carry it in a backpack.
Portronics Ruffpad 15M price in India
The Portronics Ruffpad 15M has arrived in the Indian market with a price of Rs 1,399 (~$17). Interested customers can purchase it via Potronics.com, Amazon, and Flipkart. It can also be bought through other leading online retailers as well as offline stores.
Portronics Ruffpad 15M Smart Writing Pad with Color Display Launched for Rs 1,399 (~$17)
US-based company Garmin, better known for its GPS and fitness tracking technology, has launched a clinically-proven electrocardiogram (ECG) app for its top smartwatch, the Venu 2 Plus. The app, which has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), aims to help users more closely monitor their heart health by utilizing existing sensors on the watch to record the electric signals produced by users’ hearts.
ECG capabilities have been available on consumer wearables for some time, but the approval process for these tools can be challenging. Garmin’s app, however, has been clinically validated, making it a major addition to the company’s already powerful platform. Eligible users can access the app immediately and record on-demand ECG readings right on the wrist. After thirty seconds, the app will display the heart rhythm results.
The app is capable of analyzing users’ results for potential health concerns such as early signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib). If synced with Garmin Connect, the app will also provide users with a history of their ECG readings, which can then be shared with medical professionals via the smartphone app.
At the moment, the ECG app is only available to users in the US and is only accessible on Venu 2 Plus. However, Garmin has stated that it plans to continue expanding the launch to additional products in the future. Furthermore, the app will be made available to more users as the company meets the necessary regulatory approval in additional regions.
It is important for users to ensure that their device is utilizing the latest version of Garmin Connect to access the ECG app on their Venu 2 Plus. With the ECG app, users can now have more control over their heart health and can easily share their results with medical professionals, making it a valuable tool for those who want to keep a close eye on their heart health.
Anker has showcased the Mach V1 cordless vacuum in Japan which will be sold under crowdfunding. The Mach V1 is a cordless vacuum cleaner with steam-cleaning functionality. The gadget has a suction power of up to 16.8kPa and can operate for up to 82 minutes on a single charge. The crowdfunding campaign will be in Japan but the gadget will be available in China and possibly Australia.
The Anker Mach V1 combines normal vacuum cleaning and steam cleaning. The high-temperature cleaning helps to disinfect the floor effectively. The gadget uses the SteamWave Continuous steam and Eco-clean Ozone technology is very effective in bacteria elimination. The vacuum cleaner is built on the technology of Anker’s Eufy range of robot vacuum cleaners.
The vacuum has one-click automatic cleaning, sterilization, and drying functions which maintain its freshness after every use. It is equipped with a 7,400mAh battery to power the device for up to 82 minutes. The maximum sound output of the device is 65dB, which is a decent feature.
There are few details relating to the crowdfunding campaign but the device will retail for $882 on pre-order. The gadget is also available in China and Australia is also a possibility. Anker is offering up to 40% discount for customers who sign up for the Anker newsletter. Interested buyers in Japan can pre-order the Anker Mach V1 from Makuake. The Mach V1 charging base has ERAC certification although its charging time particulars are lacking. It is unclear whether the new Anker vacuum will berth in other markets.
India is seeing a massive expansion of its network infrastructure to accommodate 5G connectivity. The latest addition is the Jio 5G services that rolled out to fifty cities. Jio 5G services in India now span 184 cities spread across the regions. Jio continues to serenade its customers with the super-fast 5G connectivity on offer.
Jio is offering data speeds up to 10Gbps via the Jio Welcome Offer to users in new locations. The latest rollout in 50 cities includes Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Haryana, Jharkhand, Punjab, and Rajasthan, among others. The Jio Welcome Offer opened on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
Jio, in a statement, stated that the company is thrilled to launch the Jio True 5G services in 50 additional locations. Jio says the latest rollout is the largest rollout of 5G anywhere in the world. The rollout delivers high-speed network connectivity to millions of Jio network users. The company says it has stepped up the speed and intensity of True 5G for the benefit of its customers.
Jio plans to scale up its 5G network services to all parts of India by December this year. It says it has continued to enjoy support from the various state governments in its quest to digitize every region. The potential benefits for Jio are quite immense. The rollout could engender an expansion of its customer base as users seek faster data connectivity. The implications of full 5G penetration in India open up new vistas of development.
A leaker has provided the price listing for the Garmin Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches. The early retailer listing of the two Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 provide an early peek into the two wearables. The retailer revealed some details of both smartwatches in addition to their prices.
The leak by @fttest_en comes two weeks after the same leaker stumbled upon the two smartwatches at the FCC. The indications are that the two Garmin next-gen Forerunner models will be launched in a few weeks. The two models will come with a significantly higher price tag than their predecessors, according to the listing.
The leaker stated that RunningXpert priced the Forerunner 265 at $499.99. The price of the Forerunner 265 is up to $150 higher than the Forerunner 255.
It is rumored that Garmin will not release a Forerunner 265 Music as the follow-up to the Forerunner 255. Thus the Forerunner 265 is a replacement for both the Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 255 Music. The Forerunner 255 Music is priced at $399.99 and is also cheaper than the Forerunner 265. On the other hand, the Garmin Forerunner 965 comes with a $691 price tag. The Forerunner 265s is also part of the new Garmin smartwatches.
The three upcoming Garmin models are expected to be released in February 2023. The smartwatches will be available in different color opotions. The Forerunner 265 will come in Aqua/ Black, Black / Power Grey, or Whitestone/ Tidal blue. The Forerunner 265s has light pink/ Whitestone options, while the Forerunner 965 will have Amp Yellow/ Black, Black/ Powder Grey, and Whitestone / Powder Grey colors. The coming days will further illuminate the authenticity of the latest leaks about the new Garmin smartwatches.
Chinese tech giant Anker has launched yet another innovative product – a monitor stand that doubles as a USB-C docking station. The Anker 675 USB-C Docking Station, as it is called, is more than just a monitor stand, it is a multi-functional hub that can help you organize your desk and make your work life easier. The docking station’s main function is to elevate your computer monitor to a more ergonomic height, reducing strain on your neck and eyes. But it also offers a wide range of ports that allow you to connect all of your devices in one place, making it easy to access and switch between them.
One of the standout features of the Anker 675 USB-C Docking Station is the variety of ports it offers. It has a total of 10 ports, including USB-A and USB-C, an HDMI port, and a data card reader. This means you can connect all of your devices, such as your computer, phone, camera, and peripherals, to the docking station, making it easy to switch between them. The most frequently used ports are placed on the left side of the dock for quick access, while others are hidden beneath the surface to prevent your hands from tripping over them.
In addition to the ports, the Anker 675 USB-C Docking Station also includes a wireless charging pad on the right side that supports most modern phones. This means you can charge your phone while you work, without the need for additional cords and cables.
The Anker 675 USB-C Docking Station is also designed to be aesthetically pleasing, which can help reduce stress and improve your overall work experience. The dock is made of aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, with a minimalist design that doesn’t take up too much space. The curved edges and corners give it an aesthetically pleasing form, which is just the break that your eyes and mind need when dealing with the pressures and stress of work life. Additionally, the empty space it leaves below is a perfect storage space for documents or even other devices that you want to keep within arm’s reach, even if they’re not immediately needed.
The Anker 675 USB-C Docking Station is priced at $250 and it will be officially launched on January 30.
Meizu isn’t as popular in the international smartphone market as other Chinese brands. However, the OEM has a decent fan base in its home country due to its feature-packed smartphones. The brand recently confirmed that it is working on a new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered flagship, dubbed Meizu 20. And while we wait for the handset’s formal debut, some leaked patent images have fully revealed its design. Here are the details.
Meizu applied for the design patent for an upcoming smartphone, which is believed to be the Meizu 20. As can be seen in the image, the smartphone has a flat back with four protruding rings housing camera sensors. It has a boxy design with flat sides. The left edge can be seen with the volume and power buttons while the left one remains empty.
Up front, there’s a flat display with a center-punched hole nesting the selfie camera. Overall, the design of the Meizu 20 looks quite premium. The boxy design gives the smartphone a clean appearance, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal.
Meizu 20’s existence was confirmed last month through a teaser video. The brand previously revealed that the smartphone will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. In addition, rumors suggest the company may pair the smartphone with a higher-end model, called Meizu 20 Pro.
It has been quite some time since Meizu launched a flagship smartphone. The last flagship – Meizu 18 debuted back in 2021 with Snapdragon 888 5G. It packs a Super AMOLED display with a 120hz refresh rate.
Meizu 20 is expected to be an interesting release as it will pack a powerful processor and will likely have impressive cameras. Its launch date should be announced soon. We’ll keep you posted.
Yes, you’ve read the title correctly. It seems beverage corporation Coca-Cola will be teaming up with a smartphone brand to launch a new device in India. The handset will apparently have the soft drink company’s popular logo on the back.
Tipster Mukul Sharma recently shared high-quality renders of what seems to be a Coca-Cola-branded smartphone. He says the handset will be a result of a collaboration between the soft drink giant and a smartphone brand. While Sharma didn’t reveal the name of the brand, the handset’s design points fingers at Realme.
As you can see in the images, the smartphone has a flashy design with a Coca-Cola logo on the right side of the back panel. It is red in color, matching the beverage company’s theme. There are two circular rings on the back panel that house two camera sensors. It has round edges with the volume buttons on the right.
The specifications of the smartphone are not known yet. But as 91Mobiles rightly pointed out, the device looks a lot like the recently launched Realme 10 4G. It would not be unexpected for Realme to be involved in this partnership, as the company has a history of releasing intriguing special edition smartphones.
In addition to cosmetic changes, the device could have its user interface based on the Coca-Cola theme. We’ll also not be surprised to see custom accessories and packaging.
Details about this interesting collaboration are still pretty limited. However, Sharma says it will be launched in the Indian market by this quarter. This means we may soon be getting an official confirmation. Stick around for the latest updates.
It was a busy day for Motorola as the brand launched several new mid-rangers in the global market. These devices are Moto G23, Moto G13, Moto G73, and Moto G53. Apart from this, the Lenovo-owned company also unveiled a new budget smartphone, dubbed Moto E13. It debuts with a sleek design and packs impressive specs like a 5,000mAh battery, a 6.5-inch HD+ display, and more. Read on to find out its detailed specifications, pricing, and availability.
Motorola’s new budget offering comes with a pretty decent design that matches a lot of smartphones launched last year. There’s a rectangular camera that has two circular rings in the center. However, don’t confuse it with a dual camera setup because you only get a single 13MP sensor. The other ring houses the LED flash. On the front, the Moto E13 has a flat display with a waterdrop notch that nests a 5MP selfie camera. The bezels around the screen are fine but the chin is unsightly. We won’t complain as it’s a super-affordable device.
Moving toward the specifications, the Moto E13 packs a 6.5-inch display that offers an HD+ resolution. The brand says there’s an octa-core entry-level Unisoc Tiger T606 SoC under the hood of the device with two ARM Cortex A75 cores clocked at up to 1.6 GHz and six power-efficient ARM Cortex A55 cores at up to 1.6 GHz.
Powering the smartphone is a 5,000mAh battery unit that supports 10W charging. There’s dual sim card support and Bluetooth v5.0 for connectivity. The Moto E13 has a MicroSD card to help you extend the storage up to 1TB. It also has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Talking about the pricing, Moto E13 has a price tag of 119.99 Euros (roughly $130/ Rs. 10,600). It will be available for purchase in multiple regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The handset is offered in three colors: Cosmic Black, Aurora Green, and Creamy White.
Motorola has been doing quite well in the market. Their recently released budget smartphone offers a great set of hardware specifications and offering a clean stock android experience is another pro for the brand. The firm has now announced a new Moto secure app which enables users to control their privacy settings more easily. The newly announced application from Motorola is designed to be the “go-to destination for all the vital device security and privacy features” on your Moto smartphone.
The Moto Secure App provides quick and simple access to all Android and Motorola security apps and settings installed on your phone and is powered by Motorola’s Thinkshield, a security platform created to safeguard your smartphone from malware, phishing, and other dangers. However, the new Moto Secure App provides more than simply a central location to manage your phone’s security settings. Additionally, it has a few new security measures that are intended to give you an added measure of security and, in Motorola’s words, “peace of mind.”
“Secure Folder” is a function that comes with the Moto Secure App. This enables you to store critical data and apps in a password-protected folder. Additionally, you can use the Disguised Mode capability that is already integrated into your device to alter the names and icons of any programmes or files that are stored in the safe folder by choosing from four different names and icon options. By using images and labels that only you understand, you can conceal important information like email accounts, digital wallets, and financial apps.
Network Protection is another new function in Motorola’s new security software. When it discovers a security risk with a hotspot or Wi-Fi, this one will automatically let you know. By limiting 2G connections, the function can prevent spoofing—a technique by which a malicious actor impersonates a recognised or trusted source—and stop specific programmes from using open networks.
The Moto Secure App also includes a Privacy Dashboard that provides you with a clear, detailed overview of which apps have recently had access to your calendar, contacts, files, camera, microphone, and location. You can manage app permissions, update security settings, and modify privacy controls directly from the Moto Secure App using the Privacy Dashboard. So you can quickly let an app know who is in charge if it doesn’t recognise its boundaries.
Elista was established in 2020 and is now India’s major brand for high-end electronics, home appliances, IT, and mobile accessories. Elista, a member of TeknoDome, UAE, upholds the Indian “Atmanirbhar” manufacturing tenet. The company has just introduced a brand-new tower speaker in the nation that comes with features like RGB lighting and the best possible sound performance. The gadget has a brand-new design and a sporty appearance. Let’s take a closer look at the device’s features.
The Elista ELS-ST6500AUFB tower speaker offers up to 65W of sound output and support for multi-colour RGB dancing lights to further enhance the experience of the users. The company claims that the speaker can provide loud and crisp sound output. The sporty finish further adds a unique look to the device. The manual button for controlling the volume, bass and treble is provided on side of the device. Support for remote is further added to the device which ensures an increase in the user experience.
As for connectivity, the Elista tower speaker comes with Bluetooth, AUX, FM and USB ports. Further, the users can plug in their mics as it supports karaoke. The device has been priced in the country at INR 3,999. The device will be soon available for sale in the country via select retail stores and the Flipkart e-commerce platform. The speaker further comes with a one-year on-site warranty.
Elista’s CEO, Mr Pawan Kumar, said: “Elista has been working to improve the in-home listening experience for its consumers. We are pleased to have impressed the audience with our reasonably priced audio selection that produces top-notch quality. With our new party speakers, we hope to strengthen our position as market leaders and give customers more options”.
So that was it for the recently launched Elista tower speaker in India. What do you think about the product? Will it be able to compete with the other products in this range? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below. Thanks a lot for reading the post till the end, we appreciate you taking your time for this.
China’s indigenous C919 jetliner is set to take its first passenger flight in the Spring of 2023. The C919 is a part of commercial passenger aircraft made by COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corp of China). Once in operation, the aircraft will put China on the global aviation map and help Beijing to end the duopoly of US-based Boeing and France-based Airbus.
source:comac.cc
Airbus SE is the world’s biggest aircraft manufacturer. Though the company also makes military aircraft and helicopters, its major business comes from commercial passenger airlines. In 1972, Airbus launched the A300, the first-ever aircraft to have a digital fly-by-wire interface as well as dual engines and aisles. It then launched the upgraded A320 aircraft, which was designed with similar features and is considered the most popular and safest passenger aircraft in the world.
Boeing is famous in the aviation industry. The American corporation not only makes passenger aircraft but also manufactures weapon systems, satellites, and rockets. Boeing 747, 737, and Dreamliner models are extremely popular across the globe. However, Boeing faced serious backlash for the crash of Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, which led to a worldwide grounding of Boeing 737 Max from March 2019 to December 2022. Some countries including China lifted the ban just this month.
China ranks second in the world, after US, for air passenger traffic and has the fastest-growing air passenger market. Thus, Beijing is highly motivated to make indigenous aircraft so that it can leverage the economic advantage of the massive market and reduce the dependency on international players like Airbus and Boeing. Moreover, complete dependence on foreign firms also increases the risk to national security and other geopolitical issues. Therefore, China wishes to become fully self-reliant when it comes to the civil aviation industry.
China Has Been Looking Forward To This Moment Since 2008
To fulfill China’s Civil Aviation dreams, the COMAC was established in 2008 in Shanghai. The state-owned aerospace manufacturer designs and manufactures large passenger aircraft for the country. The C919, twin-engine, single aisle short to medium-range passenger aircraft designed by COMAC will become the country’s first commercial passenger aircraft. The name C919 has a special meaning wherein the C stands for China, ‘9’ in Chinese is pronounced as ‘九’ which means everlasting and enduring and 19 represents the aircraft’s max capacity of 190 seats.
Source: Comac.cc
C919 will try to compete with the world-famous Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 Max medium-range aircraft. The C919 features a standard range of 4075 km and a maximum range of 5555 km. The aircraft comes with a price tag of $99 million, which is cheaper than the $122 million Airbus A320 and $111 million Boeing 737 Max.
However, while the C919 is designed and assembled in China, like Boeing and Airbus, it also depends on global partnerships and collaborations for certain crucial parts and technological know-how. For example, COMAC uses LEAP-1C engines specifically designed for the company by CFM, a joint venture between GE Aviation of the US and Safran Aircraft Engines of France.
The C919 had its first successful maiden flight in 2017 and is now conducting the final certification procedures. As of December 26, the aircraft has completed a total of 100 hours of verification flights. China Eastern Airlines had already signed a contract to buy five C919 jetliners in March 2021 and will be the first air carrier to fly passengers on this aircraft.
COMAC Has Received 1200 Orders From 32 Customers
Zhang Yujin, deputy general manager of COMAC said that China Eastern Airlines has the first batch of orders, and several airlines are vying for their planes. In the next five years, the company is expecting to produce 150 aircraft annually. According to the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai, COMAC has already received more than 1200 orders from 32 customers.
The initial demand for C919 will be focused in China but according to the recent report from Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS), the C919 has the capacity to go global by breaking the Boeing-Airbus duopoly in the domestic market and then leveraging that success to explore overseas markets.
source: comac.cc
Global players are already vying for the Chinese aviation market. As China has the second-largest number of passenger air travelers it is a lucrative and important market for the global aviation industry. In 2022 alone, Airbus made 662 deliveries out of which 100 aircraft were for Chinese air carriers and Boeing made 480 deliveries out of which 8 were sold to Chinese airlines. For both these giants, the rise of COMAC and homegrown aircraft by China can pose a potential threat to their hegemony.
Blizzard Entertainment is shutting down two of its most popular online multiplayer games in China. The servers for the company’s massively successful World of Warcraft and Overwatch are going offline. This news was followed by many taking to social media platforms to express their grievances, since both titles collectively had tens of million of players in the region alone. Many are still unclear as to why Blizzard is shutting its servers in China, so here are all the details.
NetEase And Blizzard’s Partnership Lasted 14-years In China
The decision from Blizzard to shut down the servers in China is due to a major fallout with its local publisher, NetEase. For those unaware, game developer Blizzard had partnered with NetEase for the past 14 years to have its popular titles be available in the Chinese market. This cooperation was inevitable considering the rigid and strict market rules the Chinese government places on the gaming industry. So since 2008, Blizzard’s massively multiplayer games like World of Warcraft (aka WoW) had its servers managed by NetEase in China.
Notably, this publisher is also behind other major Western games like Minecraft. So, it was a solid deal for the Chinese company since it boosted it to become the second-largest games distributor in the region, just behind Tencent Holdings. But now, both firms broke off their deal, following talks late last year regarding the licensing agreement that allowed Blizzard to run its Diablo, Warcraft, and Overwatch titles. However, after a public fallout, NetEase accused Blizzard of being “rude and inappropriate.”
This statement was made after Blizzard offered to extend their licensing agreement for another six months while they work out new terms. NetEase stated that this idea was the same as “proposing a divorce while still engaging with the same partner”. While the game devs IPs were licensed by NetEase, they were still owned by Blizzard. Following talks, NetEase rejected this offer from the developer. Thus, Blizzard’s games went offline on the midnight of January 23. Notably, the company has also promised World of Warcraft players to save their progress with a new service.
All May Not Be Lost For Blizzard In China
China and the US are two of the biggest gaming markets in the world, and Blizzard Entertainment has faced a lot of criticism for going out of its way to remain active in the former market. During the outbreak of protests in Hong Kong, it had even banned esports athletes from its tournaments over statements that sided against the Chinese government. So it is clear that Blizzard aims to continue its service in the country. Meaning, while the developer has lost its ability to run its popular games in China right now, there is a possibility that the shutdown isn’t permanent. In other words, the company might return to the region with a different partner.
Keep in mind that this is still just speculation at the moment, so take this with a pinch of salt for now. Although, if this does end up happening, it would be great news for many gamers in China. One fan of the World of Warcraft wrote that “It is truly a sad day for World of Warcraft players and Blizzard Entertainment fans everywhere,” while another stated that “The sudden shutdown is a stark reminder of impermanence, displacing millions of players”.
Interestingly enough, the president of NetEase’s global investment, Simon Zhu, also added that he had spent over 10,000 hours playing those games and expressed his disapproval of Blizzard’s actions.
Moto G23 and G13 smartphones have launched in the global markets. The leaked renders and full specifications of both devices had surfaced online prior to launch. The G23 arrives as the successor to the last year’s G22. Both the latest smartphones share the same specifications apart from a few differences. Read on to know what the devices offer out of the box.
The Moto G23 and G13 come with a 6.5-inch HD+ display bearing a 90Hz refresh rate and a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout. The devices feature a boxy form factor and a squarish camera module on the back panel. The power button doubles up as a fingerprint scanner and the smartphones are IP52-rated waterproof.
On the imaging front, the Moto G23 and G13 have triple rear cameras. Both devices have a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP macro lens. The G23 has a 5MP ultra-wide-angle unit while the G13 ditches it in favour of 2MP depth snapper. Up front, the G23 and G13 come with 16MP and 8MP selfie snappers respectively.
In terms of hardware, the Moto G23 and G13 are equipped with a MediaTek Helio G85 processor. The former comes in 4GB and 8GB RAM options whereas the G13 is offered in a sole 4GB variant. Both devices draw their power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with the G23 supporting 30W charging and G13 maxing out at 20W. The smartphones run on Android 13 out of the box.
The Moto G13 costs EUR 179 and is offered in Matte Charcoal, Blue Lavender and Rose Gold colours. The Moto G23 starts at EUR 199 and comes in Charcoal Matte and Pearl White paintjobs. Both phones will be available in Europe in the coming weeks and then across Latin America and Asian markets.
Logitech has announced the preliminary financial results for the third quarter of the Fiscal Year 2023. As predicted, the tech company has reported a loss in revenue as compared to the same period last year. The impending fear of recession combined with massive layoffs has changed consumer spending habits this year and hence it is no surprise that Logitech reported a 22% fall in quarterly sales. However, the actual figures were worse than the company’s expectations.
The preliminary results show the net sales of the company were between $1.26 billion and $1.27 billion, down 22% as compared to Q3 of the previous fiscal year. The GAAP( Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) operating income is between $171 million and $176 million, down to 33%, compared to $263 million in the same quarter a year ago.
This downward trend in its financials is not surprising given that the company had already predicted negative growth for the year ending 2023. The company had previously predicted an outlook of between negative 8 percent and negative 4 percent sales growth in constant currency, and between $650 million and $750 million in non-GAAP operating income.
After the preliminary results of the third quarter, the company has further adjusted its Fiscal Year 2023 outlook to between negative 15 percent and negative 13 percent sales growth in constant currency, and between $550 million and $600 million in non-GAAP operating income.
The previous year 2021-22 was great for Logitech as the pandemic-induced remote working scenario led to an increased demand for its products like computer gadgets and gaming devices. However, now things are looking bleak for the company as the fear of impending recession, combined with massive layoffs, has reduced the demand for its computer and home office products. As more and more people are getting back to the office, the demand for home office supplies is dwindling. Also, the fear of an imminent global recession and rising inflation has further shrunk the market.
The global consumer trend 2023, revealed that the cost-of-living crisis is undermining purchasing power for consumers, and saving money is the top priority. Consumption behaviors are less about the acquisition and more about the reduction in 2023. These trends offer insight into the sharp drop in the revenue of companies like Logitech, as consumers are now in savings mode rather than a spending spree.
Logitech President and CEO, Bracken Darrell commented, “We are disappointed in these preliminary third-quarter results. They reflect challenging macroeconomic conditions. Based on the softer-than-expected third-quarter results, and uncertainty in supply availability, we are reducing our full-year outlook.”
Logitech is a multi-brand company that provides hardware and software solutions for different sectors including music, gaming, video, and computing. Some of their famous products include Mice & Keyboards, Headsets & Webcams, Gaming solutions, and more.
Motorola has launched a host of new phones in its G-series in the global markets. These include the G73 5G, G53 5G, G23, and G13. The Moto G73 5G is the more premium device in the lineup. It arrives as the successor to the G72 that was launched last year. The latest offering packs upgraded specifications over its predecessor. As for the Moto G53 5G, it debuted in China last month and the global variant comes with the same specifications.
Beginning with the Moto G73 5G, it features a 6.5-inch screen bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display has a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout and a thick chin at the bottom. The device is equipped with stereo speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button.
On the optics front, the Moto G73 5G has a squarish camera module on the back panel housing a 50MP primary sensor paired with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. There is a 16MP front-facing selfie snapper.
Under the hood, the Moto G73 5G is equipped with MediaTek Dimensity 930 processor. It is coupled with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. The device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 30W fast charging. Software-wise, the smartphone runs on the clean UI of the latest Android 13 out of the box.
As for the Moto G53 5G, it has the same display, battery capacity, and charging speed as the G73 5G. The 50MP primary camera on the device is coupled with a 2MP macro unit and there is an 8MP selfie snapper. Internally, the Moto G53 G is powered by a Snapdragon 480+ processor and is offered in 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB RAM options. The storage variants are 64GB and 128GB.
The Motorola G73 5G starts at EUR 299 for the base variant whereas the G53 5G carries a starting price tag of EUR 249. The former is offered in Midnight Blue and Lucent White colours while the latter comes in Pale Pink, Ink Blue, and Arctic Silver colours. Both smartphones will arrive in Europe today and will also roll out to select markets in Latin America and Asia in the coming weeks.
Samsung has recently released a teaser video for its upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event. The video hints at the impressive camera capabilities of the new Galaxy S23 Ultra. The video showcases the phone’s ability to capture night shots and detailed images of the Moon. Here are the details…
Samsung teases epic nights and moon photography with the S23 Ultra’s cameras
The company has showed the “Epic nights” feature. This is likely an addition to the improved night mode that the S23 Ultra will offer. Samsung has also teased the phone’s ability to capture Moon shots. This hints at the possibility of an advanced space photography mode.
Epic Nights is likely the “Space Zoom 100x” that was recently leaked on a complete specs sheet of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. This feature would allow users to zoom in on the Moon and other celestials with incredible clarity. A feature that would be especially appealing to photography enthusiasts.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is also rumored to come equipped with a brand-new 200MP main camera. This will make a big impact on the quality of the images and videos. With all of these camera improvements, it’s no surprise that we’re eagerly awaiting the release of the new Galaxy flagship. Which is February 1st.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Specifications (rumored)
Reports about the Galaxy S23 Ultra say that it has a curved 6.8-inch 2X Dynamic AMOLED screen.It will offer Quad HD+ resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner. The screen will be shielded by Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
The S23 Ultra will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It may arrive in three configurations, such as 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 1 TB storage. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 45W wired and 15W wireless charging.
The S23 Ultra will run on Android 13 OS and One UI 5.1. For selfies, it will arrive with a 12-megapixel selfie camera. The back panel of the device will feature a 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP2 main camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, a 10-megapixel telephoto snapper, and a 10-megapixel periscope zoom camera. Like its predecessor, the S23 Ultra will have a dedicated slot for storing the S Pen.
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