Apex Legends Mobile will Shutdown in May, EA Cancels Battlefield Mobile Project

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Feb 1, 2023

Apex Legends Mobile, the mobile port of the popular battle royale title from Respawn Entertainment, has announced that the game will be shutting down later this year. Respawn has revealed that the game is being cancelled a year after its original release.

For those unaware, Apex Legends is a massively successful multiplayer title that was originally release on the PC and Console platforms. It was developed by Respawn Entertainment, which is also behind the acclaimed Titanfall series. The company is currently under EA (Electronic Arts), and recently announced that the mobile port of this title will be shut down on 1st of May 2023. Respawn Entertainment stated that this decision was made due to factors outside of its control.

As of right now, the company has announced that it has stopped in game purchases required real currencies. Furthermore, the game will also be removed from web stores starting today (1st February 2023). This wasn’t the only unfortunate news however, as EA also announced that it is cancelling the highly anticipated mobile port of its popular Battlefield franchise as well. The decision from EA to kill Apex Legends Mobile arrives weeks after the game winning the Game of the Year 2022 award on Apple and Google app stores.

The company stated that the game had a strong start but various factors lead to its shutdown. This includes its content roadmap and the bar for quality and quantity also falling short. This, the developers and studio behind the title have decided to kill the mobile port in May 2023. Keep in mind that this decision does not affect the actual PC or console version of this game.

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OpenAI Will Disclose Articles Written by ChatGPT

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Feb 1, 2023

ChatGPT is taking the Internet by storm. The Artificial intelligence has not only caught the eye of the business community but also led to the emergence of similar services. We recently shared with you the news that Microsoft has invested $10 billion in OpenAI and that Baidu is working on a competitor AI. But not everyone is as satisfied with ChatGPT as Microsoft is. Unfortunately, the internet was filled with AI-generated content just in two months. Wanting to fix the issue, OpenAI releases tool to detect AI-generated text, including from ChatGPT. Here are the details…

ChatGPT and AI-Generated Content Under the Microscope with OpenAI’s Latest Launch

After months of debate and confusion, OpenAI has released a tool that distinguishes text written by human and artificial intelligence. This software, which detects both the company’s own ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence tools, is a good start, but it’s not enough. Unfortunately, the success rate of this tool called “AI Text Classifier” is around 26%. OpenAI, which also states this problem on its website, will probably improve the system in the future.

Obviously, we wanted to try the tool in question and prepared two texts. One of them was written by ChatGPT and the other by me, who is also the author of this article. Unfortunately, the result was not quite what we expected. Both articles received the warning “The classifier considers the text to be unclear if it is AI-generated”.

Acknowledging the margin of error, OpenAI also warns about the issue. The statement written on the company’s website reads as follows: “Our intended use for the AI Text Classifier is to foster conversation about the distinction between human-written and AI-generated content. The results may help, but should not be the sole piece of evidence, when deciding whether a document was generated with AI. The model is trained on human-written text from a variety of sources, which may not be representative of all kinds of human-written text.”

“AI Text Classifier” also has some limits. Current limitations:

Requires a minimum of 1,000 characters, which is approximately 150 – 250 words.
The classifier isn’t always accurate; it can mislabel both AI-generated and human-written text.
AI-generated text can be edited easily to evade the classifier.
The classifier is likely to get things wrong on text written by children and on text not in English, because it was primarily trained on English content written by adults.

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Samsung to Push Through Chip Profit Drop, Won’t Lower Production Level

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Sean

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Feb 1, 2023

Despite the global chip market seeing a decline, it seems that Samsung aims to push through the fall in its profits. The company has announced that it will maintain its chip production level amid the downward trend of the memory chip segment.

The South Korean tech giant made this announcement during its latest financial report earlier this week. During this report, the brand stated that it had an operating income of 270 billion won for the fourth and final quarter of 2022. This marked the lowest ever operating income over the last ten years. But while the company is aiming on retaining its production output for its chips, its rivals in the industry, Micron and SK Hynix, have announced their plans to lower their spending on chips.

Due to the current market conditions, both firms are slashing expenses on their facilities this year to produce fewer chipsets. SK Hynix has stated that it plans to reduce its expenditure on its foundries in 2023 by around 50 percent to that it spent in 2022. Similarly, Micron is also lower chip production output by 20 percent this year. Amid these announcements, Samsung revealed that it will still maintain its expenditures despite seeing a drop in profits.

The company believes that retaining its investments during the weak market condition, it is also a “good opportunity” for the future. Furthermore, the company added that it will continue to spend on infrastructure to better prepare for mid to long term demand, since it could impact growth from maintenance or equipment reorganization.

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Moto E13 Indian Launch Could Happen on Feb 8, To Be Priced Below ₹10,000

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Feb 1, 2023

Last week, Motorola launched the super affordable Moto E13 smartphone in Europe and other regions. It has not yet come to India, however, Indian customers won’t have to wait too long to get their hands on this device according to a new leak.

Known tipster Mukul Sharma has tweeted that the Moto E13 will be launching on February 8 in India. Additionally, he informs that the device will be positioned in the sub-10K segment, which essentially means that it will have a price tag below the ₹10,000 mark. The device is already selling in Europe for 119.99 Euros (roughly $130/ Rs. 10,600). Considering that Europe gets their devices a bit overpriced compared to India, it is likely that the smartphone will be priced a fair bit below the ₹10,000 mark. The last bit of information mentions that the device will come to India in a 4GB RAM + 64GB storage configuration.

Moto E13 specs

Spec-wise, the Moto E13 has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offering an HD+ resolution. Under the hood, it has an entry-level Unisoc Tiger T606 chipset which has been used in various budget range devices in the past. It has 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.

Althought its made to look like a dual camera setup, the Moto E13 only has a single camera on the back with a 13MP sensor. The other cutout houses the LED flash. The Motorola smartphone has a 5MP selfie camera up front.

It runs on a 5,000mAh battery that can handle 10W charging. Dual SIM card capability and Bluetooth v5.0 connectivity are also features of the 4G smartphone. A MicroSD card is also available to allow you increase the storage capacity to 1TB. In addition, there is a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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Anker Finally Admits That Its Eufy Security Camera Are Not Natively Encrypted

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Sean

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Feb 1, 2023

Anker has finally admitted to a major accusation regarding its Eufy security camera. So now, the company has come clean regarding some of its “always encrypted” Eufy cameras not producing encrypted streams all of the times. So here are all of the details.

The Verge has been attempting to get a statement from the company, although, it deflected any form of communication while also ignoring its emails. However, when cornered against the wall, the brand finally admitted that its Eufy security cameras are not natively end to end encrypted. In other words, they are able and sometime did produce unencrypted video streams for Eufy’s web portal. This is similar to the ones that were accessed by The Verge from across the US using an ordinary media player.

However, Anker claims that it has now largely fixed this issue. The company stated that every video stream request originating from Eufy’s web portal will now be end to end encrypted same as they are on the Eufy’s app. Furthermore, the company is now working on updating its every single Eufy camera to use WebRTC, which is encrypted by default. Although, these cameras can still produce unencrypted footage upon request.

Lastly, Anker also issued an apology for the lack of communication and has promised to do better in the future. It has also confirmed that it is bringing in a third part security testing company, which is a “leading and well known security expert”. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Samsung’s Iconic ‘Over the Horizon’ Ringtone Gets a Retro Remake on the Galaxy S23 Series

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Sean

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Feb 1, 2023

Following its annual tradition, Samsung has offered a new version of its iconic ‘Over the Horizon‘ ringtone for its flagship Galaxy S series of smartphones. This time around, the company is bringing a retro remake of this ringtone with the Galaxy S23 lineup.

The South Korean tech giant brought DJ Yaeji on board for its latest edition of Over the Horizon theme. For those unaware, DJ Yaeji is a known electronic artist in the modern music scene. The company released the theme remake along with a new video. This was shared on YouTube and blends various kinds of digital graphics with stop motion art that showcase cities, nature, and even animals.

The new theme was also released to “celebrate positivity and optimism in an evolving world”. These notes can be heard in the new remake, as DJ Yaeji uses a recognizable tune but with a fusion of electronic elements. This playful version seeks to evoke the universal feelings of hope and joy, which is always welcome in a world recovering from the pandemic.

The new version of the “Over the Horizon” will be offered with the Galaxy S23 series, which consists of the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The three high anticipated flagship phones will be announced later today (1st February 2023) at the Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event and the various announcement later on.

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Google Pixel 2 Gets a Taste of Android 13 With LineageOS 20 Custom ROM

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Anubhav

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Feb 1, 2023

Custom ROMs have been a point of interest for smartphone enthusiasts for a long time now. Users install custom ROMs to revitalize their aging smartphones. Many Android manufacturers promise up to four years of OS updates, but this is often limited to newer devices. Older phones often get left behind after a few updates. Custom ROMs can give new life to perfectly usable but outdated phones.

Take the Google Pixel 2, for instance. Launched in 2017 with Android 8.0 Oreo, the device received its last security update in December 2020 and was no longer supported by the company. However, if your Pixel 2 is still working well and its performance fits your needs, you can try Android 13 with LineageOS 20.

The first LineageOS 20 build, based on Android 13 QPR1, was released on the final day of 2022. The initial list of supported devices was small, but the team has since expanded its roster. With the latest build, LineageOS 20 now supports the following devices:

Google Pixel 2
Google Pixel 2 XL
Nubia Z17
Nubia Z18 Mini
BQ Aquaris X
BQ Aquaris X Pro

The custom ROM is also available for two Android TV boxes, the Askey Google ADT-3 Developer Kit and the Dynalink TV Box. Simply visit the LineageOS Wiki pages for the respective device to find the installation steps and download links for the Custom ROM.

Lastly, the Pixel 2 isn’t the only Android phone to receive support from the custom ROM community. The Galaxy S3 and Note 2 were given a taste of Android 13 just months after its release. These examples from the custom ROM community show that the art of creating custom ROMs is alive and well, and people who are still attached to their old smartphones can use them without any snags or complaints.

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An All-screen Apple Foldable Notebook Is in the Works, Could Launch in 2025

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Anubhav

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Feb 1, 2023

Apple might be entering a new phase of its product lineup, as each new leak brings forth a new angle to Apple’s approach to folding devices. Now, a new rumor has emerged regarding Apple’s latest product development – a foldable notebook with a 20.5-inch display. According to display analyst Ross Young, this cutting-edge device could be launched as early as 2025.

As per a recent speculation, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claimed the tech giant was developing a foldable iPad for 2024. However, Young and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman disputed this notion and stated there are no signs of such a product being launched in the near future.

This is not the first time the rumors of an all-screen foldable MacBook have made headlines, as Young shared similar information in February 2022. He stated that Apple was in talks with suppliers about foldable notebooks with displays around 20 inches in size.

Today’s report suggests that Apple is still pursuing its foldable notebook idea, which would allow users to either use a full-size on-screen keyboard when folded or connect an external keyboard when unfolded. Young has previously referred to this product as an “all-new product category” for Apple.

Unlike current Mac notebooks that feature a single display with a keyboard and trackpad, this dual display design is expected to be a game-changer. The exact positioning of the rumored 20-inch Apple foldable, whether as an ‌iPad‌, Mac, or a new product category, is still unclear. However, multiple sources seem to agree that 2024 may be too early for such a cutting-edge device. It will be interesting to see how the American Technology company markets its new line of foldable products in the future, since folding devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 are already becoming a market norm.

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Japan-Exclusive Redmi Note 10 JE Gets MIUI 14 Update Based on Android 13

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 1, 2023

Back in August 2021, Xiaomi launched a Japan-exclusive Redmi Note called Redmi Note 10 JE. The company hasn’t revealed the full form of JE but we believe that it stands for Japan Edition.

This device was released with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11. It was updated to MIUI 13 based on Android 12 last year.

Now, the handset has started receiving the latest MIUI 14 software. The new system update also brings along Android 13.

According to Xiaomiui, Xiaomu has begun to roll out MIUI 14 update for the Redmi Note 10 JE in Japan. The fresh software update for the phone arrives with build number V14.0.4.0.TKRJPKD.

Apart from bringing Android 13, the latest update also bumps up the security patch level to December 2022, which is odd as we are currently in February. Either way, the update is only available for users part of the ‘Mi Pilot’ program.

The software build will be made available for the general public if there are no concerning bugs. We expect the full rollout to finish in about a month.

The Redmi Note 10 JE is an IP68-rated smartphone powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 chipset. It is backed by a 4,800mAh battery and supports 18W wired charging. The rest of its specs are similar to the Redmi Note 10T 5G.

Hence, it arrives with a 6.5-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, a 48MP (wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) triple camera system, an 8MP selfie camera, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a MicroSD card slot, an IR blaster, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Redmi Smart Band 2 Launches in Japan, Coming Soon To Other Regions

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 1, 2023

The Chinese market saw the release of the Redmi Band 2 in December 2022. A short while ago, we revealed that the smart band would soon be available in Europe. Now, the device has been launched in the Japanese market under the Redmi Smart Band 2 name. Let’s take a look at its pricing & specifications.

Redmi Smart Band 2 pricing & availability

In Japan, the Redmi Band 2 costs ¥4,990 ($38). Customers can acquire it for ¥4,490 ($34) as an early bird offer till February 6.

Redmi Smart Band 2 specs

The Redmi Band 2 has a 1.47-inch TFT LCD display screen with a 172 x 320-pixel resolution, 247 ppi pixel density, and 450nits peak brightness. More than 100 watch faces are pre-loaded on it. Some of these watch faces can also be customized, and users can select pictures from the gallery to use as watch faces.

The Redmi Band 2 includes a blood oxygen monitoring sensor and a heart rate monitoring sensor for various health functions. This opens up options like measuring your sleep quality. Additionally, the smart band also has a step counter and a female health tracking feature. It has more than 30 different sports modes for recording different sporting activities including outdoor running and yoga, among others.

The 210mAh battery within the Redmi Band 2 allows it to operate for up to 14 days on a single charge. Users will still get up to 6 days of battery life even with intensive usage. It uses a specialized magnetic charger to recharge. lastly, the Smart Band 2 has a 5ATM certification, making it water-resistant for up to 50 meters.

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Oppo Pad 2 Camera Details, Memory Configuration Tipped

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 1, 2023

Oppo is likely to hold its next major launch in February in China. The event is expected to see the arrival of the Find X6 lineup and the second-generation Oppo Pad. Earlier this week, tipster Digital Chat Station shared some details on the display, chipset, and battery of the Pad 2. Now, the tipster is back with some more information about the device.

To recall, the Oppo Pad that debuted in February 2022 came equipped with a 13-megapixel camera on the back and an 8-megapixel. The new leak reveals that the megapixel count of the front and rear cameras of the Oppo Pad 2 will be the same as that of its predecessor. However, it is unclear whether it will inherit the exact same camera sensors.

Being a flagship tablet, the Oppo Pad 2 will come equipped with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. There is a possibility that it will come in lower configurations. The tablet will come preloaded with ColorOS 13.1, according to the tipster. To be more specific, it will most likely run on tablet-optimized ColorOS 13.1 for tablet-based Android 13 OS.

As per the previous leak by DCS, the Oppo Pad 2 will arrive with an 11.x-inch LCD panel with a 144Hz refresh rate. It will offer a resolution of 2800 x 2000 pixels, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+. Under the hood, it will have the Dimensity 9000 SoC and a 9,500mAh battery, which is expected to support 67W fast charging. Its design is likely to be similar to the OnePlus Pad.

Later this month, Oppo may hold a mega launch event to announce several new devices, including the Find X6 series and the Oppo Pad 2 in China. It appears that the Chinese manufacturer will release an official confirmation about the launch event in the next few days.

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OnePlus 11 5G US Variant Appears on FCC With WiFi 7 Support

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 1, 2023

OnePlus will be launching the OnePlus 11 globally on February 7. This means that the device will finally be reaching Asian, European, and American customers a month after it debuted in China. So far, leaks have hinted that the global version of the device will be the exact same as the Chinese model, however, other reports mention that American customers might be getting different fast-charging specs.

Now, the US version of the OnePlus 11 has been spotted on the FCC database revealing some interesting findings. The phone is identified by its model number, CPH2451, according to the listing. The listing states that the phone comes with Oxygen OS 13.0. The global version also possesses certification for supporting Wi-Fi 7. The Wi-Fi 6E version is also included. This is quite interesting since the Chinese model only offers Wi-Fi 6E support.

Support for dual SIM, one of which is an eSIM, is available on the OnePlus 11 global variant. The FCC listing also includes a design schematic of the phone, which illustrates how many antennae are installed inside the device in addition to the previously mentioned information. As for the dimensions, the OnePlus 11 measures 163.1 x 74.1 mm, while it diagonally measures 171.65mm.

OnePlus 11 specs

The OnePlus 11 features a 6.7-inch QHD+ E4 OLED LTPO 3.0 display with a refresh rate of 120Hz, a resolution of 3216 x 1440 pixels, a punch-hole cutout for the front camera, and HDR10+ compatibility.

A Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with an Adreno GPU, up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage are included on the device. Software-wise, the device will be running OxygenOS 13 out of the box, which is based on Android 13.

On the back of the OnePlus 11, there are three cameras: a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor with OIS, a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 32MP Sony IMX709 2x telephoto camera. The front camera includes a 16MP sensor and can be used for video calls and selfies.

The OnePlus 11 has a 5,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging capability. However, the US version could launch with 80W fast charging. It will have an in-display fingerprint sensor for security, an alert slider for convenience, and an IP54 rating to protect against dust and accidental splashes of water.

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Watch the Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Launch Event Here

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 1, 2023

Samsung will be holding its first Unpacked event of 2023 later today (February 1). The South Korean electronics giant is expected to unveil its next-gen flagship smartphone series and laptop series.

This will be the first in-person Samsung Unpacked event in 3 years. The last such conference was held back in February 2020 for the announcement of the Galaxy S20 series.

That said, these events are also live-streamed for anyone to watch. Therefore, let’s check out how you can watch today’s conference.

The latest Samsung Unpacked event will begin at 10 AM PST on February 1. The in-person conference will be held in San Francisco.

The event will be live-streamed on Samsung’s official YouTube channel. We have embedded the live cast video below for your convenience.

As per leaks and official teasers, the Galaxy S23 series and the Galaxy Book 3 series will be making their debut a the conference. The former will include 3 models, while the latter will consist of 5 devices.

Here’s the entire list of products that are expected to go official at this event.

Galaxy S23 Series
Galaxy Book 3 Series
- Galaxy Book 3
- Galaxy Book 3 360
- Galaxy Book 3 Pro
- Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360
- Galaxy Book 3 Ultra

Which of the above devices are you more interested in? Do let us know in the comment section below.

The Periscope Camera Will Be Exclusive to Apple’s iPhone 15 and 16 Ultra

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Anubhav

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Feb 1, 2023

Speculations are all over the internet surrounding the iPhone 15, the next iteration in Apple’s smartphone series. Latest leaks suggest that the much-anticipated periscope camera will finally make an appearance in Apple’s premium iPhone lineup, but with a catch. According to noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the periscope camera will be exclusive to only one model in the next two cycles: the iPhone 15 Ultra and the iPhone 16 Ultra.

This news comes as a surprise to many in the tech industry, who had previously expected the periscope camera to be included in both iPhone 16 Pro models. The periscope lens, which allows for a longer optical zoom, is a game-changer for smartphone photography. With the help of a folded lens design, the periscope camera can fit a longer zoom into a smaller space, resulting in a much higher zoom without digital cropping.

As for the supplier of the periscope lenses, Kuo predicts that Apple will turn to alternative suppliers like Largan and Genius, instead of Samsung. The choice of the iPhone 15 Ultra as the exclusive recipient of the periscope camera may impact revenue projections for the companies that provide the lenses, but the exact reason for this decision remains unknown.

It should be noted that the name “iPhone 15 Ultra” is merely a placeholder, and Apple’s naming scheme may change in the future. Past leaks have also suggested that the iPhone 15 will feature a rounded body, which will be a big change for the lineup since Apple hasn’t refreshed the iPhone’s design in quite some time. Apart from design changes, the newest iPhones will also feature a USB Type-C port – an update that has been long awaited by Apple consumers. Kuo has been providing leaks regarding Apple’s future plans for quite a while now, so the periscope camera leaks might actually be spot-on. However, consumers will have to wait for the launch of the iPhone 15 until September if Apple follows its traditional release timeline.

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Honor Magic 5 Lite Detailed Spec Sheet and European Pricing Emerge Ahead of MWC Launch

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 1, 2023

Honor is gearing up to introduce many new devices at the upcoming MWC event scheduled on February 27. At this event, we will see the Magic 5 series smartphones launch for the global market. Ahead of the launch, detailed specifications and design render of the Honor Magic 5 Lite have already surfaced online.

Now, tipster SnoopyTech has shared what appears to be the official spec sheet of the Magic 5 Lite smartphone along with its pricing.

Going by the spec sheet, the Magic 5 lite will measure 161.6 x 73.9 x 7.9mm and weigh 175 grams. The 6.67-inch curved OLED display on the device offers 2400 x 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 100% DIC-P3 color gamut, 800 nits peak brightness, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

Under the hood, it has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset working with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It has Magic UI 6.1 based on Android 12 pre-installed. The device will also pack a 5,1000mAh battery with 40W fast charging.

On the front of the Magic 5 Lite, there will be a 16-megapixel camera. A 64-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel wide-angle lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera will all be located on the back of the device. In addition, it will have Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, dual SIM with 5G capability, and a USB-C connector. Lastly, there will be three color options for the device – Titanium Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black.

Coming to the pricing of the device, SnoopyTech claims that the Magic 5 Lite will cost €369 (~$401) in Europe.

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Mercedes Benz Becomes First Certified Level-3 Autonomous Company in the US, Beats Tesla

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Anubhav

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Feb 1, 2023

As the race for autonomous vehicles heats up, auto-manufacturing companies are striving to be the first to bring high-level autonomous technology to the market. It appears that Mercedes has emerged victorious in a crucial competition against Tesla, securing its position as the first certified Level-3 autonomous car company in the United States.

Level-3 autonomy, also known as conditional automation, is designated as the third level of driving automation by the Society of Automotive Engineers, and it enables cars to drive themselves in certain situations. The driver doesn’t have to operate the steering wheel and pedals, but they must still be alert and ready to take control at any moment. A large number of auto-manufacturing companies have been fiercely competing to become the first Level-3-autonomy car company, with Tesla and its full self-driving feature being a strong contender from the beginning. However, the company was ultimately unable to secure the necessary certifications.

It is still unclear who would bear legal responsibility in the event of an accident – the driver or the car manufacturer. This makes Level-3 autonomy a controversial topic. Currently, only the state of Nevada in the US has approved this project. Dimitris Psillakis, CEO and Head of Marketing & Sales North America at Mercedes-Benz USA, expressed pride in the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation.

Drive Pilot technology is at the helm of Mercedes’ success, which seamlessly integrates various technologies, including cameras, GPS, LiDAR, radar, ultrasound sensors, and audio mics to ensure safe autonomous driving. Drive Pilot is currently only available in the latest S-Class and EQS Sedan models. While Level-3 autonomy is just one milestone in the journey towards fully autonomous driving, Mercedes’ achievement sets a new standard for the industry and shows that this technology is now a tangible reality.

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Poco X5 Pro 5G Antutu Score, Hardware Specs Officially Revealed, Pricing & Sale Date Tipped

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 1, 2023

Poco is gearing up to launch the Poco X5 series in India and other global markets on February 6. The OEM will initially bring two devices in the series – Poco X5 5G & Poco X5 Pro 5G. Ahead of the launch, almost all the details regarding the specifications and design of these devices have already surfaced. Now, the brand has started putting the stamp of confirmation on some of these details.

In a recent tweet, Poco India posted a promo video of the X5 Pro 5G, while confirming that the device will Indeed launch with the Snapdragon 778G chipset. Additionally, the 108MP primary camera has also been confirmed along with the 120Hz Xfinity AMOLED display.

The brand has also revealed the performance numbers of the Poco X5 Pro 5G by posting its AnTuTu score of 545,093 points. It has compared the performance of the device equipped with the Snapdragon 778G to other devices equipped with MediaTek’s new Dimensity 1080 chip. This is definitely a shot at smartphones that have recently launched with the Dimensity 1080 SoC on board like the Realme 10 Pro series and the Redmi Note 12 Pro series.

In all honesty, the real performance gap is around 7%, which isn’t that significant in real-world scenarios. Moving on, tipster Paras Guglani has revealed the pricing of the Poco X5 Pro 5G 8GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration to ₹24,999. If this turns out to be true, the Poco X5 Pro 5G might become the most value-for-money device in the mid-range, not to mention the cheapest smartphone with the Snapdragon 778G processor on board. He states that the first sale of the device will kick off on Feb 11, after the price reveal on Feb 6. To know more about the X5 Pro 5G as well as the X5 5G, you can check out our previous coverage.

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Alleged Motorola Edge 40 Bags FCC Certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 1, 2023

A new Motorola phone with model number XT2309-3 has been certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US. The listing has revealed the fast charging capabilities of the device. The Edge 40 Pro, which is expected to launch soon in the global market, has the model number XT2301. Hence, it appears that it could either be the Motorola Edge 40.

The FCC listing reveals that the Motorola XT2309-3 is a 5G-ready phone that will support connectivity features like Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, and NFC. It is equipped with a battery that has the model number PB50. The listing also reveals that the device will support 68W fast charging and come equipped with a 15W wireless charging stand.

Motorola XT2309-3 (Could be Soem Motorola Edge 40 series device) arrives on FCC, confirms Motorola TurboPower 68W USB-C Wall Charger and PB 50 battery. It even bundles TurboPower 15W Wireless Charging Stand.

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In December 2022, the 3C authority of China approved the Chinese variant of the device with model number XT2309-1. The 3C listing also revealed that the device may ship with a 68W charger. The device hasn’t launched yet in the Chinese market.

Back in October 2022, reliable leaker Evan Blass revealed that the Motorola device codenamed “Bronco” has the XT-2309 model number. The tipster claimed that it will launch as a Motorola device and that it will also have a Lenovo doppelganger.

Motroola Thinkphone — Motorola ThinkPhone

The tipster claimed that the Bronco model will offer an FHD+ OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 50-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide / macro) + 2-megapixel depth triple camera unit. These specifications are already available on the Motorola ThinkPhone. Hence, it seems that the XT2301 that has surfaced on FCC could be a rebranded version of the ThinkPhone. This further suggests that it may debut as the Motorola Edge 40 in the market.

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Samsung Galaxy M14 5G Renders Emerge to Reveal Design, Color Variants

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 1, 2023

The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is gradually heading towards its launch. It was spotted in the databases of BIS, Bluetooth SIG, and Geekbench in the last quarter of 2022. Earlier this month, it was approved by the FCC authority. Now, TheTechOutlook has published the leaked press renders of the device to give a first look at its design and color variants.

As can be seen, the Galaxy M14 5G will arrive in three colors: dark blue, blue, and silver. The device has a modest design, as it has a waterdrop notch display with a thick chin on the front and a triple camera unit with LED flash on the back. The device looks identical to the Galaxy A14 5G, which debuted in the global market as well as in India recently.

The Bluetooth SIG listing revealed that model numbers SM-M146B/DS, SM-E14B/DS, and SM-M146B/DSN are all associated with the Galaxy M14 5G. The Bluetooth certification revealed that the device will support Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity.

It was found through the Geekbench listing of the Galaxy M14 5G that it will be powered by Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1330 chipset and 4 GB of RAM. The device is expected to arrive with Android 13 OS and One UI 5.0 preinstalled. As per the FCC certification of the M14 5G, it will support 25W fast charging.

It seems that the Galaxy M14 5G could be a rebranded or tweaked version of the Galaxy A14 5G. The A14 has a 6.6-inch PLS LCD screen that produces a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The Exynos 1330-powered device has up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of storage. It has a 13-megapixel camera on the front and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera unit. The device houses a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W charging.

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ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED and Vivobook Go 14 With AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors Launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jan 31, 2023

ASUS has released the Vivobook Go 15 OLED and Vivobook Go 14 notebooks. The new PCs come with AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors. The configuration of the models points to a target clientele on the lower end of the spectrum.

The Vivobook Go 15 OLED has the AMD R5 7520U processor and a 15.6-inch OLED screen. The chipset is produced from TSMC’s 6nm process technology and adopts the Zen2 architecture with four cores and eight threads. The Vivobook Go 15 OLED has a Radeon 610M core display with 16GB LPDDR5 memory and 512GB PCIe 3.0 SSD. The laptop is 17.9mm thick and weighs 1.63kg. It comes in three color variants namely silver, black, and grey-green. The Go 15 OLED has a screen ratio of 16:9, a peak brightness of 400 nits, and a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. The Vivobook Go 15 OLED is also Pantone certified.

The Vivobook Go 14 has a similar design to the Vivobook Go 15 OLED but with some changes in components. It weighs 1.38kg and offers up to 250 nits of brightness. The laptop has an optional 14-inch IPS screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. The Vivobook 14 has a 45% NTSC color coverage domain. The laptop has a 42kWh battery and it supports 180-degree opening and closing, as well as a touchpad numeric function and up to an R5 7520U processor.

Both models come with a sprinkling of ports including USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C, and HDMI. ASUS has not released the pricing information for the new Vivobook Go models. However, the models may be priced in the low-end segment of the market, going by their configurations.

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