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.
Poco F4 debuted last year, arguably as one of the best value-for-money smartphones. Now, it’s about time we get its successor—the Poco F5. While there’s no official confirmation from the brand, the handset has been making the rounds on various certification sites. The new Poco smartphone may launch pretty soon, as according to a new report, it is already in production in Europe and Asia.
Noted Tipster Mukul Sharma says the serial production of the POCO F5 5G has begun in several European and Asian countries. This should mean that the handset will launch in various markets in a month or two. Sharma says F5 has also bagged TUV Rheinland certification. It is a certificate that recognizes a product’s compliance with safety standards.
Some reports claim the upcoming Poco F5 will debut as a rebranded Redmi K60, while others go as far as to suggest the handset doesn’t exist. We can’t be sure about any of them.
This year, Poco is also expected to launch the Poco F5 Pro, which is also rumored to be a rebranded K60. More information is needed before any conclusion can be drawn. Meanwhile, let’s check out the Redmi K60’s specs.
It brings a 6.67-inch panel with a peak brightness of 1400nit, 68.7 billion colors, a P3 color gamut, and 1920Hz PWM high-frequency dimming. Under the hood, there’s a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The smartphone features a particularly large 5500mAh battery with 67W wired fast charging and 30W wireless charging.
For photography, it has a 60MP primary camera with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro lens. The device runs MIUI 14, based on Android 13, out of the box.
Samsung has unveiled a new collection of Bespoke refrigerators in India. The announcement is coming on the heels of CES 2023 where Samsung showcased a raft of Bespoke offerings. The high-end customized Samsung refrigerators are made locally, with several India-focused functionalities.
Samsung Bespoke refrigerators in India evolved with inputs from customers. The insights from customers have continued to serve as inspiration for Samsung’s continued innovation. The 2023 lineup of Samsung Bespoke refrigerators offers WiFi connectivity and SmartThings functionality. They can be controlled using the SmartThings app across the major OS options (Android, iOS, and Windows).
The Samsung Bespoke refrigerators in India offer higher power efficiency through the AI Energy Saving Mode. They also feature a 5-in-1 mode for customizable storage choices. The Twin Cooling+ technology guarantees faster cooling. The Curd Maestro helps to prepare curd easily and it has a detachable curd compartment. The Samsung Bespoke refrigerators have a 4.5L water tank for ice or cold water. It does not need to be connected to a water supply. They have a minimum capacity of 635L while the top-draw model features Family Hub 7.0. It also has a 27-inch touchscreen display with FHD resolution. You can also view the inside of the refrigerator using the SmartThings app.
The Samsung 2023 Bespoke refrigerators in India have the Auto Open Door feature for automatically opening the door when your hand is placed on the sensor. The Samsung 2023 lineup of Bespoke refrigerators are priced from Rs. 113,000 ($1,384). They are available in four Bespoke Glass Finish options Navy, Pink, White, and Glam Deep Charcoal. Samsung is offering a 20-year warranty on the compressor. You can get Samsung Bespoke refrigerators in India from a raft of authorized online and offline retail outlets across the subcontinent.
Samsung made the very idea of folding smartphones a big thing with its foldable line. The Korean company’s foldables are one of the best in the market, but just like everything, they are not perfect. And one of the major concerns with the Galaxy Z Folds and Flips is the controversial crease present on the display. Yes, it is less visible on the latest Galaxy Z Fold 4, but it’s still noticeable. Luckily, Samsung could finally fix this design flaw with the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5.
The Korean publication Naver reports that Samsung will use a new waterdrop-shaped hinge on the upcoming Fold 5, which will allow the device’s display to fold completely flat without any gaps in between. This should mean that the inner display of the foldable will become more durable and have little to no crease.
To make you understand, the crease on the display of Samsung’s foldables appears due to the design of their hinges. Apparently, the hinge creates a tight bend at the center, which results in a visible stream on the display.
The report further states that the new waterdrop-shaped hinge is called a “dumbbell” type hinge internally. It is reported that the new hinge will increase the durability of the display and make the smartphone easier to carry.
It is worth mentioning that, unlike Samsung, Chinese brands (Xiaomi, Oppo, et al.) have already gotten rid of the unsightly crease from their foldables’ displays. Oppo’s recent Find X2 series debuts with a sleeker, crease-less display than Samsung’s best foldable. Xiaomi’s Mix Fold 2 isn’t any different. It comes with probably the best display in the industry and is thinner than every folding smartphone on the market.
Lenovo has unveiled its latest 2-in-1 laptop in India. The Lenovo Yoga 9i packs the 13th-gen Intel Core i7 chipset and has a 14-inch option with a 4K OLED screen. The new models are the latest entries in the Lenovo Yoga series and the models are Intel Evo certified.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i can operate as either a laptop or tablet. It can also be used as a stand or tent. Its rounded surface has an easy-to-grip feel and makes it very simple to carry around. The 14-inch OLED touchscreen offers 4K resolution and supports Dolby Vision. The company has included the Lenovo Precision Pen 2 accessory in the box.
The Yoga 9i has up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It has a 2MP hybrid FHD and Infrared camera with smart facial recognition features. A 75Wh battery provides power to the Yoga 9i for up to 10 hours. The touchscreen has a 60Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3, and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The display is also VESA-certified DisplayHDR True Black 500, supports Dolby Vision, and has up to 400 nits of brightness.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i core i7 processor has 12 cores (4 performance + 8 efficient/16 threads). The connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.2 and WiFi 6E. In addition, there are 2 USB-C Thunderbolt 4.0, 1 USB-A Gen 3.2, and 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, together with a headphone jack. The touchpad is made of glass and four Bowers & Wilkins speakers with Dolby Atmos provide audio output for the laptop.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 laptops retail in India starting at Rs. 1,74,990 (~1.75 lakhs or $2,142). They are available in Storm Grey and Oatmeal colors from January 29 in India. The Yoga 9i can be purchased directly from Lenovo Exclusive. Other online retail platforms like Amazon, Croma and Reliance also have the Yoga 9i.
Xiaomi has rolled out the stable version of MIUI 14 to the flagship Xiaomi 12 series globally. The new user interface update was first announced in Xiaomi’s home market last month. The MIUI 14 has already reached Xiaomi 12 smartphones in China earlier this month. The stable version of the software update will however start with Xiaomi 12 flagship models globally.
The MIUI 14 is based on Android 13 and delivers the January 2023 security update. The update is available for users who have been on the beta channel. The file size that must be downloaded is 4.43GB. The full version number is MIUI 14.0.2.0 (TLCMIXM) and is not yet available for the Xiaomi 12 Pro.
The update is only available for a select category of beta testers and it can only be gotten over the wire. There are no automatic updates yet but Xiaomi hopes to finetune the MIUI 14 with feedback from this select group. Subsequently, the MIUI 14 update will become available for all associated smartphones on the Xiaomi stables. Then, users will get a simple notification and OTA downloads will be possible.
Since 2010 when the first MIUI was launched, it currently has an excess of 564 million active users monthly across the world. The MIUI 14 is the latest Android 13-based interface for Xiaomi smartphones. It comes with a highly optimized and streamlined interface. It also starts with Project Razor with a substantial upgrade of the system architecture. The improvements include CPU, GPU, and memory resource scheduling, decreased memory usage, and a lighter firmware size.
MIUI 14 improvements also include automatic compression for inactive apps and a toggle option to turn off permanent notifications. There are only eight system apps in MIUI 14 that cannot be uninstalled, which is the lowest so far. The new user interface has customizable folders, animated flowers, pet widgets, duplicated file mergers, and improved text recognition. There are also improvements in privacy using MIUI 14 with its end-to-end encryption.
Towards the end of December last year, Chinese tech giant Lenovo teased the Xiaoxin Pro Ultrabook 2023 laptop alongside the Air and Digital series. The company has now released a second teaser that gives us a hint of the features that the laptop will come with. The teaser reveals that the Xiaoxin Pro Ultrabook 2023 will come with a fully upgraded battery with improvement in energy density, charging and discharging performance, as well as service life.
According to reports, Xiaoxin Pro 2023 has upgraded the battery material with the model using a new generation 75Wh energy-concentrating battery. The volume of the same capacity is reduced by 15%, bringing leapfrog power and ample space. Thus, the laptop with a 14-inch display comes with power for a 16-inch model. There is also a video online where the battery life was tested. The video shows the battery can last for up to 9 hours and 59 minutes. Furthermore, the charging apparatus is upgraded to a 140W USB C port super-fast charge which can deliver up to 66% battery power in just 30 munites.
In addition, the battery life has also been improved, as stated earlier. The daily cycle charging simulation for four years (1000 times) has a capacity retention rate of ≥75%. Turning on the maintenance and slow charging can also be more durable.
The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 2023 is expected to be available in Ryzen 7000HS or 13th generation Core processor options with up to NVIDIA RTX 4050 GPU. The laptop is expected to be equipped with a 2.5K 120Hz high refresh screen. Among them, the performance release of Xiaoxin Pro 16 independent display version is as high as about 115W, and the performance release of Pro 14 independent display version is as high as about 80W. It supports independent display direct connection, graphics card overclocking, dual display, and three-mode eagerness. It adopts 3D composite material 5 heat pipes, large-area pure copper cooling fins, and high-density ultra-thin turbofan. Equipped with 2xUSB-A 3.2 Gen1, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x full-featured Type-C 1xHDMI, 1xSD card reader, 1×3.5mm audio interface.
There is no officiaal confirmation as to when the laptop will be released but going by the teaser poster, it should go official soon.
Earlier this month, it was reported that the OPPO Reno 8T may debut in India as the OPPO F23. The device has bagged multiple certifications indicating an imminent launch. Now, tipster Mukul Sharma (aka stufflistings) has revealed the launch timeline of the OPPO Reno 8T, OPPO F23, and OPPO Reno 10 series in India. The source also shared information about the Reno 8T’s pricing as well as RAM and storage configurations.
The OPPO Reno 8T is expected to be the third device in the Reno 8 lineup that debuted in July last year. The report states that the upcoming offering’s launch event will take place in the first week of February. However, the exact date remains a mystery. The tipster revealed that the Reno 8T will be available in 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. It will carry a price tag of Rs 32,000 in the country.
The Reno 8T’s leaked renders revealed a curved AMOLED display with a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout. Rumours suggest that it will feature a 6.67-inch FHD+ screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone had appeared on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 695 processor. It is tipped to be powered by a 4,800mAh battery unit with support for 67W charging.
Apart from the OPPO Reno 8T, Sharma revealed that the OPPO F23 will launch sometime in March 2023 in India. It will arrive as the successor to the OPPO F22. The tipster added that the brand will reportedly skip the Reno 9 series in India. OPPO will directly launch the Reno 10 lineup in April or May in the country.
Chinese Technology giant and the world’s largest video game company, Tencent, has fired more than 100 employees over allegations of fraud, corruption, and embezzlement. The company reported more than 10 employees to the Police, with one of the employees being sentenced to three years in prison for accepting bribes from a competitor. There are six other cases that have resulted in imprisonment.
The numbers prove that the size of internal corruption is larger and more severe in 2022 than the previous years. As a part of its anti-corruption campaign, Tencent has started annual reporting of the number of corruption and fraud cases found within the company. Some of the cases of 2022 include employees from the company’s News and Media content group and its famous TiMi and Lightspeed gaming studios.
source: Tencent
Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Tencent Pony Ma admitted that the corruption level is severe within the company. Last month in an internal company meeting, he gave an intense speech highlighting the problems within the company’s management, gaming business, WeChat platform, and other subsidiaries. He stated, “the internal corruption is really shocking, involving some managers. This year, Tencent introduced the digital capability for anti-fraud by collecting reimbursement within the company and the data of external suppliers.”
In response to the corruption allegations, the firm said that it had a zero-tolerance policy against such behavior and would blacklist the people and parties involved in such shady business. The company also said that external firms and businesses involved in such transactions will be barred from future contracts.
In the last couple of years, Tencent has been involved in controversies and has been a target of the censorship campaign of the Chinese government. The biggest video game company in the world was under an 18-month ban from launching new games. The ban was lifted last September when the government approved a new batch of licenses, including one for Tencent’s action game, Metal Slug: Awakening. TiMi studios, a subsidiary of Tencent that developed this game, was also reportedly involved in the corruption scandal.
Nubialaunched the Red Magic 8 Pro series comprising the Pro and Pro+ variants in China last month. Now the brand has debuted the Red Magic 8 Pro smartphone in the global markets. Alongside the launch of the smartphone, the brand has also a new re-designed logo that is said to express nubia’s ultimate goal of becoming much more than a gaming smartphone, but rather the right gear for every age and lifestyle. Read on to know everything about the Red Magic 8 Pro.
The Red Magic 8 Pro sports a boxy form factor. The left side has a volume rocker and power key whereas the right edge of the smartphone has gaming-centric shoulder trigger buttons including a Red-colour slider. The back panel has vertically stacked triple rear camera sensors in a pill-shaped module. The smartphone is offered in Void and Matte options where the former is a transparent version and the latter is a Black variant. The transparent variant features a metal middle frame and a glass rear cover. It also has a built-in fan with RGB lights on the back panel.
On the display front, the Red Magic 8 Pro boasts a 6.8-inch AMOLED display bearing an FHD+ resolution, 1,300 nits brightness, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with a seventh-generation ultra-thin screen fingerprint scanner with a heart-rate detection feature. There is also a second-generation 16MP under-display camera. The smartphone has a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro unit.
Under the hood, the Red Magic 8 Pro houses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It is equipped with an ICE 11 cooling system that comprises a composite graphene, vapour chamber heat dissipation plate, air aluminium box, turbofan, high-conducting gel, copper coil, cooling air duct, turbo cooler, and graphene under the screen. The device packs up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. It draws its power from a 6,000mAh battery unit with support for 65W charging. The smartphone runs on Red Magic 6-based Android 13 out of the box.
The Red Magic 8 Pro features dual speakers, 3 mics, and an X-Axis Linear Motor. Connectivity options on the device include Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 7, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm jack.
The Red Magic 8 Pro Matte option is available in 12GB + 256GB configuration. It carries a price tag of $649 (~RMB 4,369). The Void option is offered in 16GB + 512GB variant and costs $799 (~RMB 5,379). The smartphone will be available in select countries in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America. It will be available for order from February 2nd from the brand’s official website.
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G and Galaxy A23 5G have been launched in India. They arrive as the successors to the last year’s Galaxy A13 and A22 respectively. The latest offerings have already debuted in the global markets. The Indian variants come with the same specifications. Read on to know what the devices offer out of the box.
The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G and A23 5G come with a 6.6-inch display bearing a waterdrop notch and a thick chin. The former packs an HD+ resolution with a 90Hz refresh rate whereas the latter offers an FHD+ resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. Both devices have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. The Galaxy A24 5G sports a rectangular camera module whereas the A14 5G lacks it.
On the optics front, the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G features a triple rear camera setup of a 50MP primary sensor, 2MP depth, and 2MP depth unit. The A23 5G has the same camera setup alongside a 5MP ultra-wide-angle unit. There is also OIS for shake-free videos on the A23 5G.
Under the hood, the Galaxy A14 5G houses an Exynos 1330 processor whereas the Galaxy A23 5G is equipped with a Snapdragon 695 SoC. Both devices pack up to 8GB RAM along with a virtual RAM feature. The A14 5G and A23 5G are offered in up to 128GB storage options. Both smartphones are powered by a 5,000mAh battery unit with the A23 5G supporting 25W fast charging.
The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G starts at Rs 16,499 for the base 4GB + 64GB option. The 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB configurations cost Rs 18,999 and Rs 20,999 respectively. The Galaxy A23 5G carries a price tag of Rs 22,999 and Rs 24,999 respectively for the 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB options. The Galaxy A14 5G comes in Dark Red, Light Green, and Black colours whereas the A23 5G is offered in Silver, Orange, and Light Blue paint jobs. SBI, IDFC and Zest Money users can avail Rs 2,000 and Rs 1,500 cashback on the purchase of the A23 5G and A14 5G respectively. Both smartphones can be purchased from online and offline stores across the country starting January 20th.
Xiaomi has announced a new colour option for the Band 7 Pro, Watch S2, and Watch S1 Pro. All three devices come in a new Magenta colour strap. They have been introduced as a part of the Chinese New Year also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival in the country. Additionally, apart from a new strap colour, to celebrate the occasion Xiaomi also confirmed that it will launch a new year limited dial on January 21st.
The Magenta colour strap option for the Xiaomi Band 7 Pro costs RMB 59 ($8.77) whereas for Watch S1 Pro and S2, it costs RMB 99 ($14.71). It is already available for purchase from the brand’s official website The Xiaomi Band 7 Pro was launched in July last year whereas the Watch S1 Pro and S2 debuted in April and December 2022 respectively. Apart from the new colour of the watch strap, the core specifications of the wearable devices remain the same.
The Xiaomi Band 7 Pro features a 1.64-inch AMOLED screen with an always-on display feature. It is equipped with a heart-rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, sleep tracker, and packs 117 sports modes. The fitness tracker is backed by a 235mAh battery unit that is claimed to deliver 12 days of usage.
On the other hand, the Watch S2 comes in 1.32 (42mm) and 1.43-inch (46mm) AMOLED displays whereas the Watch S1 Pro features a 1.47-inch screen. Both smartwatches are equipped with an HRM, SpO2 sensor, stress and sleep tracker, temperature monitor, and 100 workout modes. There is also a built-in GPS for outdoor activities. The Watch S2 also features a body composition measurement and a built-in microphone and speaker for Bluetooth calling.
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