Technology continues to simplify our day-to-day work, making tasks that used to take a lot of time now quick and easy. However, this advancement has also created challenges for our education system. According to an associate lecturer in communication at Deakin University, one in five assessments are now Created by artificial intelligence (AI). Here are the details…
Artificial intelligence (AI) was used in nearly a fifth of assessments by Deakin University’s associate lecturers in communication, who have found growing concerns about using technology to cheat in exams. Sally Brandon Flags 10 Noteworthy Detectable AIs in 54 Summer Graduate Assessments Highest in the five years she has used software to detect cheating.
The main reason for this growth is that ChatGPT is a highly advanced artificial intelligence known for its ability to generate near-perfect content. Its free availability has resulted in a massive increase in the number of users. However, like any system, AI has its limitations.
One of ChatGPT’s limitations is that it doesn’t have access to the internet, which means it’s not always up to date with the latest information, and its knowledge deadline is September 2021. Additionally, AI cannot always ensure the accuracy of the information it provides. This could lead to AI making Making assumptions or inferring meanings from a given word, rather than presenting verified information.
Software for catching scammers is also on the rise. Many tools, such as GPT Output Detector, have had success at differentiating fake articles from real ones, and are constantly improving. But experts hope that the authorities will solve the problem through regulation to make the situation The future will not turn into a crisis.
The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S23 series is set to be announced on February 1 during the Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event. However, it appears that this won’t be the only series being launched during this conference as the Galaxy Book 3 lineup might also be unveiled alongside its latest flagship smartphones.
Now, new information from known tipster Ishan Agarwal has revealed some key details regarding the upcoming Galaxy Book 3 series of notebooks. Under the new lineup, the South Korean tech giant is slated to launch multiple models which include the new Galaxy Book 3, Galaxy Book 3 360, Galaxy Book 3 Pro, Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360, and the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra. This isn’t the only model arriving in the Unpacked event. As per our previous report, the brand is also gearing up to release the new Galaxy Book 2 Go series as well.
Meaning, there are a number of products that are ready to be announced soon. Talking about the Galaxy Book 3 series, the base Galaxy Book 3 and the Galaxy Book 3 360 will be available in a 15 inch display size, while the Galaxy Book 3 Pro will be launched in a 14 inch and 16 inch display variants. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 and the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra in a 16 inch screen model only. The Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 will sport a 16 inch Super AMOLED display with a 3K (2880 x 1800 pixel) resolution.
The laptop will be available in two processor variants with an Intel Evo 13th Gen i5-1340P and i7-1360, which will be paired with Iris Xe graphics. Both models will also house up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 1TB NVMe SSD PCIE Gen 4 internal storage. The Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360 will also feature a quad speaker tuned by AKG along with Dolby Atmos audio support. Other notable features include Windows 11 Home edition, 76WHr battery unit, 65W fast charging, bundle an S Pen, 13mm thickness, and 1.6 kilogram in weight.
In November 2021, Nokia unveiled the Nokia T20 tablet in India. The company announced the Nokia T21 globally in September last year. The new tablet has finally arrived in India. It offers a 2K display, a massive battery, and a Unisoc chip. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Nokia T21.
Nokia T21 specifications and features
Nokia T21 tablet
The Nokia T21 has a 10.36-inch LCD panel that supports a 2K resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, an aspect ratio of 5:3, up to 360 nits of brightness, and Widevine L1 for Netflix HD. The screen is shielded by toughened glass. The tablet can be used as a screen with a PC, and it supports Wacom WGP and Wacom Active ESE 2.0 styluses. Readers should note that an active pen is not bundled with the device.
The front and rear sides of the tablet feature an 8-megapixel camera. The rear snapper comes with features like autofocus and an LED flash.
The Unisoc T612 chipset is present under the hood of the Nokia T21. It offers 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a microSD card slot. It is an Android Enterprise recommended tablet that runs on Android 12 OS and is confirmed to receive two OS upgrades and three years of monthly security updates.
Nokia T21 tablet
For audiophiles, the Nokia T21 has dual stereo speakers with OZO playback support, which delivers up to 96 dB of volume. The 8,200mAh battery can last for up to 3 days on a full charge. The retail box of the device includes an 18W charger. Other features of the Nokia T21 include Kids Space, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Nokia T21 price in India
The Nokia T21 has arrived in India two variants: Wi-Fi-only for Rs 17,999 (~$220) and Wi-Fi + 4G for Rs 18,999 (~$232). The tablet comes in Charcoal Grey color only.
To pre-book it, one can visit retail stores, partner portals and leading outlets. It is scheduled to go on sale from Jan. 22. Those who pre-book it will get a discount of Rs 1,000 (~$12) and a compliment flip cover worth Rs 1,999 (~$24).
The pro variant is up for pre-order on Amazon India starting today (January 17). It will start shipping to customers on January 24 when it will be officially released.
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro arrives in a single 12GB + 256GB memory configuration in India. It is priced at ₹49,999. You can check out the pre-order benefits here.
Buyers can purchase the device in either Stardust Grey or Mars Orange color options. The former features a glass panel on the rear, while the latter has a back panel made of recycled plastic.
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro comes powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It boots HiOS 12.0 based on Android 12.
The main highlight of the handset is its 50MP Samsung JN1 retractable portrait camera, which supports 2.5x zoom and has an f/1.49 aperture lens. Further, there’s a 50MP Samsung GNV primary camera and a 13MP Samsung 3L6 ultra-wide camera with support for macro vision.
All the aforementioned cameras support autofocus but lack OIS. On the front, there’s a 32MP selfie camera.
The phone is built around a 6.8-inch centered punch-hole curved AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 360Hz touch sampling rate. The Corning Gorilla Glass Victus-protected 10-bit panel has a 20:9 aspect ratio and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
The smartphone is backed by a 5,160mAh battery with support for 45W fast wired charging.
It is no secret that Oppo is working on a new pair of flagship smartphones called the Oppo Find X6 series. Last week, we got to see some live images of the Oppo Find X6 Pro that revealed the massive camera island and the thick body of the smartphone.
Now, a new report has surfaced shedding some light on the display specifications of the vanilla Find X6 model. The leak is accredited to Weibo tipster DSC which states that the display of the Find X6 standard version has a 6.74-inch Flexible AMOLED display with 2772 x 1240p (1.5K+) resolution. It has a refresh rate of 120Hz and will feature 2160Hz PWM dimming.
Additionally, the report states that the display has a single centered-punch hole cutout for the front camera and a narrow-edge curved screen. Currently, it is not guaranteed if these exact specifications will translate onto the device or if the brand will make some adjustments to the resolution.
Previously, we have observed that the Oppo Find X6 will have a large rectangular triple camera module with an LED flash. A periscope zoom lens serves as the third camera in the system. Between the periscope lens and an LED flash, there is additionally etched writing that reads “Powered by MariSilicon.” A rectangular plate with the Hasselblad logo is located below it.
The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset is thought to be the engine beThe Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset is rumored to power the device. A 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 front camera could be included. It might have a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS on the back. A 4,800mAh battery with 80W charging capabilities may be included.
The iQOO 11 initially went official in December. It is now available in a number of Asian markets. Weeks after its release. The handset is advertised as a performance monster/gaming smartphone.
However, just like previous iQOO and Vivo phones, it lacks a few that is useful for gamers. Thankfully, that feature may finally arrive on the iQOO 11 via a software update.
Higher touch sampling rates are recommended for mobile gaming. The iQOO 11 does support up to 300Hz touch sampling rate (hardware-level). It also has support for up to 1200Hz instant touch sampling rate (software-based).
But the touch sampling rate is controlled automatically by the software. Users have no control over it. Vivo is of the few brands to not offer customization options for touch sampling.
This is finally going to change soon, as per Digital Chat Station. The tipster says that an OTA software update will enable customization settings for the touch sampling rate on the iQOO 11 in the coming days.
He also mentions that other iQOO and Vivo smartphones may also get this feature later. But unfortunately, he doesn’t list the eligible devices.
The iQOO 11 has one of the best displays on a smartphone in its price segment. It flaunts a 6.78-inch Samsung E6 AMOLED panel with a resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels (2K), 517 PPI, and 144Hz refresh rate (LTPO 4). The 10-bit screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus and has a centered punch hole.
Xiaomi unveiled MIUI 14 at the Xiaomi 13 series launch event in December. The latest version of the company’s mobile software is being rolled out to eligible devices. The rollout was limited to China earlier but now the availability of the update is being extended to more markets.
Hence, the EEA variant of Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE has started receiving the MIUI 14 update based on Android 13. Let’s go through the details.
According to Xiaomiui, the MIUI 14 update for the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE arrives with build number V14.0.4.0.TKOEUXM. The update is currently only available for ‘Mi Pilot’ testers.
For the unaware, ‘Mi Pilot’ is Xiaomi’s global public beta program. New software builds are initially released for users enrolled in this initiative.
Later, the same build is rolled out as ‘Stable Beta’ for a limited number of the general public. If there are no major issues, the build is finally released for every user as ‘Stable’.
MIUI 14 is the second major software upgrade for the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. Similarly, Android 13 is the device’s second Android update.
As the phone is eligible for 3 Android updates, it should receive one more next year. Also, it should get security updates until 2025.
The Nitro XV5 gaming monitor series, which will be offered later this month, has been announced by Acer. The series will launch with two 27-inch models that use identical 27-inch IPS screens, according to the manufacturer.
The two will be distinguished by their native resolutions, with one running at 1440p and the other at 4K, according to Acer. Although they both support overclocking to 200 Hz, the pair will also provide 144 Hz and 160 Hz refresh rates, respectively.
Acer has not confirmed whether it has measured these response times using GTG or MPRT, but allegedly overclocking the monitors also cuts their response times to 0.5 ms. However, Acer brags that the Nitro XV5 series offers HDMI 2.1 connectivity for compatibility with high-end graphics cards and current-generation gaming consoles, as well as AMD FreeSync Premium to reduce image tearing. Acer appears to have included HDMI 2.1 connections with full bandwidth, supporting 4K and 120 Hz gaming.
Additionally, the Nitro XV5 series will come with a USB hub that supports USB Type-C charging at 65 W. Acer notes that the USB hub has VESA 75 x 75 mm wall mount connectors, sits above an adjustable stand, and works with a KVM switch for peripherals. Later this month, the Eurozone will be able to purchase the Nitro XV5 series. The monitor series will reportedly start at €399, however, this presumably only applies to the QHD variant, according to Acer’s confirmations so far.
In July 2022, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra flagship phone went official as the world’s first smartphone with a 1-inch camera sensor. The device is exclusive to the Chinese market, but the next Ultra model, which is tentatively called the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, will receive a global launch. Multiple reports have claimed that it will break cover in Q2 2023. However, there have been some rumors that its launch has been delayed. According to new details shared by a Chinese tipster (via. TechGoing), the Xiaomi 13 Ultra’s arrival has not been delayed, and the company’s internal plan is to schedule its debut in April at the latest.
The highest configuration available on the engineering prototype of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra offers 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of native storage. The same is likely to be seen on the final version of the device.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
To recall, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra’s base model (8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage) was priced at 5,999 Yuan (~$887) at launch. The tipster said that the price of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra remains the same as the previous generation, which indicates its starting variant could be priced at 5,999 Yuan (~$887).
Reports surrounding the device have revealed that the Xiaomi 13 Ultra will have an E6 AMOLED display with curved edges. It is expected to retain the 1-inch Sony IMX989 50-megapixel camera that is available on the Xiaomi 12S Ultra. It is likely to come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform.
The tipper also said that there is a Redmi event planned for April in China. However, it is unclear what devices will be unveiled through it. The publication speculates that the event could be the Redmi Note 12T series. Redmi unveiled the Redmi Note 11 series in China back in October 2021, and it unveiled the Redmi Note 11T Pro lineup in May 2022. So, it is likely that the Redmi Note 12T Pro series could be coming this April since the brand announced the Note 11 series in the Chinese market in October 2022.
As part of the ongoing Flipkart Big Savings Days sale, Nothing has announced a Nothing Phone 1 discount in India that would continue till January 20th. As a result, the Nothing Phone (1) now costs Rs 25,999 as opposed to Rs 33,999 at launch for the base variant. The original price, which is currently discounted, will resume after the deal is over.
Nothing Phone (1) discount, offers
The base 8GB + 128GB edition of the Nothing Phone (1) will be priced at Rs 25,999 on Flipkart. Users of ICICI and CITI Bank can also take advantage of bank deals. Meanwhile, the Nothing Ear (Stick) will retail for Rs 6,999, with additional bank offers. The deadline for these deals is January 20.
The Nothing Phone (1) has a 6.55-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with 10-bit HDR, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution, 402PPI, and a peak brightness of up to 1200 nits. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset, up to 12GB of LPDDR5 memory, and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage power the phone.
The Nothing Phone (1) ships with an Android 12-based custom skin called Nothing OS, but an update to Android 13 is on the way. A 4,500mAh battery is available, and it supports 33W fast charging, 15W Qi wireless, and 5W reverse wireless charging. The phone has twin stereo speakers, an IP53 rating, and an in-display fingerprint sensor for security. 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and a USB Type-C port are all available as connectivity choices.
A 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor with an f/1.88 aperture, OIS, and EIS image stabilization, as well as a 50MP Samsung JN1 sensor with an f/2.2 ultra-wide lens, are both featured on the back of the Nothing Phone (1). For selfies and video calls, there is a 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor on the front.
Samsung, the South Korean giant, has today officially announced its latest 200-megapixel camera sensor, dubbed Samsung ISOCELL HP2. The camera sensor for premium smartphones comes with improved pixel technology and full-well capacity for stunning mobile images.
The company has also revealed that the Samsung ISOCELL HP2 200-megapixel camera sensor has now entered mass production, which hints that it could be equipped with the upcoming Galaxy S23 series flagship smartphones.
The ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor packs 200 million 0.6-micrometer (μm) pixels in a 1/1.3” optical format, a sensor size that is widely used in 108-megapixel main smartphone cameras. Thanks to this, customers will be able to produce higher resolutions in the latest high-end smartphones without larger camera bumps in the devices.
It can accommodate various lighting levels with its Tetra2pixel. In low-lit environments, the sensor transforms into a 1.2μm 50-megapixel or 2.4μm 12.5-megapixel by binding four to 16 neighboring pixels. For 8K video, approximately at 33-megapixel, the sensor switches to 1.2μm 50-megapixel mode to minimize cropping, while the 8K video at 30 frames per second, a wide field of view along with a bigger pixel size can produce sharp cinematic videos.
Samsung is also introducing the DSG feature for the first time in 50-megapixel mode, which applies two different conversion values to the analog signal received at the pixel level. There’s also Smart-ISO Pro, an HDR solution that merges different levels of ISO from a single exposure, allowing the camera to take 12.5-megapixel images and 4K at 60fps video in HDR.
The sensor uses Super QPD in low-lit environments where all the 200 million pixels are used for the focusing agent to deliver faster and more accurate autofocusing. It is also capable of fast auto-focusing, and the new Dual Vertical Transfer Gate (D-VTG) technology can also reduce washed-out pictures from brightly lit environments.
Although the company has confirmed that the ISOCELL HP2 sensor has entered mass production, Samsung has not revealed the shipping date nor the list of smartphones to feature this new sensor. However, it is most likely to be equipped with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 series, which is launching in a couple of weeks.
Apple has been working on new MacBook Pro models for some time now, and it appears that the Cupertino-based technology giant is now finally all set to launch the new laptops.
Ahead of the official launch, the upcoming Apple MacBook Pro model has been spotted on Canada’s regulatory database, indicating that the launch of the device isn’t too far.
Apple MacBook Pro
The regulatory database listing reveals that the MacBook Pro laptop will come packed with Wi-Fi 6E support. The current MacBook Pro models come with support for Wi-Fi 6 standard, which is limited to 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands.
The certificate number for the device with Apple MacBook Pro branding is 579C-A2779. Apart from the upgraded support for the wireless network, the devices are also expected to have a few changes compared to the current generation models, including more ports, a notch on top of the screen, and more.
Rumors indicate that the Apple MacBook Pro could come in two sizes — 14-inch and 16-inch, powered by the M2 Pro and M2 Max chips. It is also being said that the devices could launch later today through a press release shared by the company. Given that the laptop has appeared in the regulatory database, the launch is happing very soon, which is in line with the rumors of the device launching today.
A mysterious Honor phone has surfaced in leaked renders shared by tipster Snoopy Tech. While the images give a good look at its design from all angles, there is no information on the final marketing name of the device. Also, it is unclear whether the device is headed towards China or the global market.
The only thing that is known about the Honor phone shown in leaked renders is that it is equipped with a 100-megapixel primary camera. As can be seen, the handset will come in at least blue and black shades.
The device promises a high screen-to-body ratio as it features a punch-hole display with slim bezels. Its bottom bezel is slightly thick. The flat edges of the phone accommodate a SIM slot on the left side, and volume buttons as well as a power button on the right.
The top edge of the phone has two holes, one of them could be for the microphone, and the other could be for an IR blaster. On the bottom, it houses another microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille.
The square-shaped camera module available on the phone’s back has three cameras and an LED flash inside. The “100MP Ultra Camera” text can be seen engraved just below the camera module.
The mysterious Honor phone seems to have an OLED screen with a fingerprint sensor integrated into it. As can be seen, it does not feature a 3.5mm audio jack. Hopefully, more details of the device will surface in upcoming reports. As of this writing, it appears to be an upper-midrange offering.
Reports have revealed that Oppo is working on the Reno 8T 4G and Reno 8T 5G. Reliable tipster Evan Blass has shared the leaked renders of what appears to be the 4G version of the Reno 8T. Here is the first look at the phone’s design.
The Reno 8T renders show that its display has a corner punch-hole and a large bottom bezel. The rear shell of the device seems to have a leather finish. The first camera ring on the back houses the primary camera. The second one has two auxiliary cameras and an LED flash. The imprinted text that can be seen below the camera module reads “AI Portrait Camera, Ultra Clear Lens.”
Tipster Snoopy Tech shared a few more renders of the Reno 8T 4G to additional details about it. Its top edge has a microphone, whereas its bottom edge has a 3.5mm audio jack, another microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille. The earpiece available on the top bezel of the device may function as a speaker for stereo output.
A SIM slot and volume buttons can be seen on the left side of the device. The power button located on the right edge does not seem to be integrated with a fingerprint scanner. This indicates that the device could feature an OLED panel with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. While the tipster revealed that the Reno 8T is heading towards the European market, he did not share any information on its specs.
So far, reports have revealed that the Oppo Reno 8T 4G will feature an Helio G99 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. It will run on Android 12 OS and support 33W fast charging. The handset is expected to debut by the last week of this month. The Reno 8T 5G, which is said to be a rebranded version of the China-exclusive Oppo A1 Pro 5G, is also expected to debut soon.
IKEA has released two new smart LED lights with up to 1,000 lumens of brightness and remote dimming. The two models are the IKEA PILSKOTT LED floor lamp and the PILSKOTT Pendant Lamp. The LED floor lamp has up to 700 lm brightness and the pendant lamp can reach a maximum of 1,100 lm brightness. The two IKEA LED lamps are now available in the United Kingdom and Europe.
The new IKEA PILSKOTT smart LED lamps can be remotely controlled by the TRADFRI wireless dimmer. Both products also support connectivity to the IKEA Home smart app and they are both made using a bendable LED light strip. The smart LED lamps can last up to 25,000 hours and they can be dimmed to suit the mood.
The PILSKOTT floor lamp has a concrete base and anodized aluminum housing. The lamp outputs 14.5W power and has a built-in dimmer switch. The power cable of the lamp is 2 meters long. The pendant lamp outputs 16.5W and measures 97 x 4cm. It comes with a ceiling mount and the same black anodized aluminum housing as the floor lamp.
The IKEA PILSKOTT LED floor lamp will retail for €79.99 (~$87), the same price as the PILSKOT LED Pendant Lamp. The IKEA TRADFRI remote control is sold separately for €6.99 (~$7.50). There are no details yet on the availability of smart LED lamps in other markets. It is however expected that a sprinkling of other markets will subsequently get the IKEA PILSKOTT LED lamps.
Last year came to an end with the launch of the Redmi K60 series. A series of amazing flagship killers composed of three variants: the vanilla Redmi K60, the Redmi K60 Pro, and the Redmi K60E. Now, the new lineup is available in the Chinese market with very interesting price tags. Here is a comparison between the main specifications of the three variants that will help you to understand the main differences before deciding on a purchase.
Xiaomi Redmi K60 vs Xiaomi Redmi K60 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi K60E
Dual 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP front camera
Triple 54 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP front camera
Triple 48 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
20 MP front camera
BATTERY
5500 mAh, fast charging 67W, fast wireless charging 30W
5000 mAh, fast charging 120W, 30W wireless charging
5500 mAh, fast charging 67W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
5G, dual SIM
5G, dual SIM
5G, dual SIM
Design
The aesthetics of these three phones do not differ too much. The only important difference is the positions of the elements in the camera module of the Redmi K60E, but for the rest, these devices are pretty much the same. They come with flat displays, punch holes placed centrally, and rectangle-shaped camera modules.
Display
Despite belonging to different price ranges, the phones from the Redmi K60 Series have the same amazing display. We are talking about an OLED panel with a diagonal of 6.67 inches, a Quad HD+ resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision support, HDR10+ certification, a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The handsets also come with good stereo speakers.
Specs & Software
The processors found on these devices are all different. The most powerful phone of the trio is the Redmi K60 Pro as it is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform running at a max frequency of 3.2 GHz. The SoC is paired with up to 16 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of UFS 4.0 native storage. You can get the same memory configuration if you choose the vanilla version, but with an inferior chipset: the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 by Qualcomm. The Redmi K60E has just 12 GB of RAM in its most expensive configuration, as well as an inferior Dimensity 8200 chipset by MediaTek. The vanilla version and the Pro run Android 13 out of the box, while the Redmi K60E is still based on Android 12.
Camera
If you are looking for the best cameras, then you should go for the Redmi K60 Pro. It has a triple rear camera including a 54 MP main sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide shooter, and a 2 MP macro lens, as well as a 16 MP selfie snapper. The vanilla Redmi K60 has the same secondary sensors, but with an inferior main camera: a 64 MP shooter with OIS. The Redmi K60E is the most disappointing one because it has a 48 MP main camera with OIS (the secondary sensors remain the same).
If your goal is to get a longer battery life, then you should go either for the vanilla Redmi K60 or the Redmi K60E because they have a bigger battery, with a capacity of 5500 mAh. On the other hand, the Pro charges quicker thanks to 120W fast charging, while the other variants feature 67W fast charging.
Price
The Redmi K60 starts from about $379/€350, the Redmi K60 Pro from $498/€460, and the K60E from $325/€300. Which one would you pick?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 can now be pre-reserved in India. Samsung India has now started accepting preservation for the upcoming Samsung flagship. This follows the earlier announcement of the pre-reservation of the Galaxy S23 in the US.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 could come with some offers during the pre-order period. Buyers who utilize the pre-reservation window will be the first to receive the Galaxy S23. This category of buyers will also get an e-voucher worth Rs. 5,000 (~$61). Interested buyers must make a refundable deposit of Rs. 2,000 (~$25). The deposit can be refunded if the buyer is no longer interested in purchasing the smartphone. When you finally purchase the smartphone, the pre-reservation deposit will be deducted from the cost of the smartphone.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 series will be launched on February 1, 2023, at a scheduled Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event in the United States. The device will be subsequently available on store shelves within two weeks. The S23 will be globally available but some markets will receive the product earlier than others.
Users who are able to pre-reserve the Samsung Galaxy S23, apart from the stated incentives, will also have exclusive color variants. This is the first time that Samsung will be launching online-exclusive color variants of its flagship Galaxy S models in the subcontinent. Interested customers can pre-reserve the Galaxy S23 in India via the Samsung website.
Samsung has also announced that 29 Galaxy Experience Spaces will be opened to showcase the Galaxy S23 series. These interactive spaces will be set up in several cities across the world and will allow customers to visit and experience the Galaxy S23 models. Visitors can also participate in interactive concept exhibits, test smartphone cameras, and enjoy a raft of other stuff. The Galaxy Experience Spaces also include Samsung Stores, pop-up stores, and public locations.
After seeding the Realme UI 4.0 early access update to the Realme 9 5G last month, the company is now bringing the latest version of its custom skin to the Realme 9 4G in India. The Android 13-based software will be rolled out to a limited number of users who apply for it. Here are all the details.
According to the announcement, Realme 9 users in India can now get their hands on the latest Realme UI 4.0 by being part of the early access program. It will allow limited users to try all the new features packed in the update before it reaches to the public.
To get the update, you must ensure that your device is running any of the following firmware versions: RMX3521_11.A.29, RMX3521_11.A.31. Next, head to Settings, tap on Software Update, and tap on the gear icon in the top right corner. Now, select the trial version and fill out the early access form. Once your application is approved, an OTA update will be released for your device.
It is recommended that you create a backup of all your data before you proceed with the update in order to avoid any loss. Also, as the software is still in beta form, it could contain some bugs that hamper your phone’s usage.
The latest Realme UI 4.0 update comes with a lot of new features and improvements. It upgrades the AOD functionality, allowing users to access the music player even when the phone is locked. Several privacy protection features have been added to the software, including Private Safe, which is based on the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). There’s also a new control center.
Huawei has been long rumored to be working on the successor of Mate X2. The new Huawei Mate X3 was expected to debut in December 2022, but that clearly didn’t happen. While we wait for an official announcement, a Chinese tipster has revealed the foldable will launch soon with satellite connectivity onboard.
The exact launch date wasn’t revealed, but it has been claimed that the Mate X3 will arrive before the Huawei P60 Series. Leaks suggest the P60 Series will be unveiled sometime in March, so we can expect the folding device to debut in February. It seems likely because the Mate X2 was also unveiled around the same time last year.
As mentioned, the smartphone is said to support satellite connectivity, like the Mate 50 series. It will allow users to send and receive short messages using Beidou’s direct satellite network. However, unlike the Mate 50 smartphones, the device will also support voice messages.
The satellite connectivity feature is drawing a lot of manufacturers’ attention. It has been reported that Samsung will also be joining the bandwagon with the upcoming Galaxy S23 Ultra. The SOS communication feature will be particularly useful in situations where there’s no network reception. Yes, you may never actually need it, but it’s still good to have, just in case.
Details about the upcoming Mate X3 are pretty limited. It is expected to be a 4G-only device and could be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Reports claim the foldable will give a tough fight to the Galaxy Z Fold 4 while carrying a cheaper price tag. More information should emerge pretty soon. We’ll keep you posted.
OnePlus 11 made its China debut recently and will arrive in the global market on February 7. Rumors suggest the company will follow it up with another flagship, called the OnePlus 11R. The handset’s specifications are already out, and today a new report revealed its launch timeline while also spotting it on OnePlus’s official website. Here are the details.
91Mobiles, citing tipster Mukul Sharma, claims that the OnePlus 11R’s production has started in India, and it could launch in the country in April or May. We may learn the exact launch date of the smartphone once the Chinese company is done with the OnePlus 11 global launch.
In addition, the publication has spotted the “OnePlus 11R” moniker on the brand’s official website, confirming the smartphone’s existence. However, it didn’t reveal any specifications of the upcoming smartphone.
Luckily, a previous report has already disclosed all the specifications of the 11R. The smartphone, model number CPH2487, will be powered by an underclocked version of the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. The same processor was also seen on the OPPO Reno 9 Pro Plus, Honor 80 Pro, Honor 80 GT, and iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition.
The smartphone is expected to feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 2772×1240 pixel resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It could be offered with 8GB, 12GB, and 16GB RAM options and up to 512GB internal storage. On the software front, it may run Android 13-based OxygenOS 13.
The OnePlus smartphone could flaunt a triple camera unit on the back with a 50MP primary sensor, a 12MP secondary lens (likely ultrawide), and a 2MP sensor. For selfies, it might pack a 16MP sensor on the front. Fueled by a 5,000mAh battery, the handset will likely support 100W fast charging.
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