Google Adds “Suspected Spam Call” Warning To Its Voice Call Screen

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Dec 30, 2022

Google had previously added support for WiFi and Cellular network switching in their voice call screen. It was for sure a beneficial step taken by the brand for many of the users out there. Now, the tech giant has reportedly did another change to the Google voice call screen. The screen will now be able to display the “Suspected Spam Caller” warning. This will help the users to prevent spam calls or obviously, any further scams, if involved in the call.

The caller screen will display the “suspected spam call” both underneath the caller number and the displayed avatar. The caller history will further display the tag for that particular number or caller. If there are some errors or the user is able to recognize the number, they are provided with an option to mark the labelled caller as “not spam” after which the suspected spam label will be never displayed for that number again.

If the user marks the suspected number as “spam,” any further calls from that number will be diverted to voicemail, and the call history will be automatically saved to the device’s spam folder. The user can also entirely disable the filter spam call feature, which means that Google will no longer designate any caller as “suspected spam” or whatever. To disable the feature, go to the dialer’s Settings, then Security, and finally Filter Spam Calls. Users can disable it directly from this page.

The tech giant has begun rolling out the feature to all users, and all users will receive an update that will enable the feature to work in a few days. Google claims to use artificial intelligence to discern between spam and legitimate calls, and that any suspected call is subsequently marked as spam. They also claim that the AI detects billions of spam calls per month across Google’s calling ecosystem.

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Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Promotional Images Leaked Online

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Chandan

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Dec 30, 2022

Samsung has been surely working on a bunch of its upcoming products, whether it be Samsung Galaxy S23 series, the OneUI 5.1 or the Galaxy Book 3 series. All the devices are expected to launch in the same event, and the event is said to go live on February 1st, 2023. Well, we do not have any official confirmation regarding the device’s official launch date yet. Anyway, going back to the main headline, the promotional images of the upcoming Galaxy Book 3 Ultra has been leaked online now.

The promotional photographs for the new Samsung Galaxy S23+ and S23 Ultra smartphones were previously released. The photographs show the device as its whole. The latest photos of the forthcoming Galaxy Book 3 Ultra highlight the device’s front view. The device is shown in the leaked image in grey, with a design that is remarkably similar to its predecessor. The bezels around the display appear to be excellent and thin, with the front camera positioned in the centre of the upper bezel. Samsung logo can be seen centrally on the bottom bezel, which is somewhat thicker than the other three sides.

As stated previously, the devices might be available in February 2023. Furthermore, the forthcoming laptop was previously certified by the Bluetooth SIG. The Book 3 Ultra could be the company’s premium model in the Book 3 series. The laptop was available in four different configurations: NT960XFH, NT961XFH, NT960XFS, and NT960XFHZ.

The Galaxy laptop will have Bluetooth 5.1, according to the listing. It will also be powered by an Intel CPU and will run Windows 11. Bluetooth SIG, on the other hand, did not reveal the exact processor. We anticipate an Intel i7 CPU. The device will also support Wi-Fi 6E. Let’s wait until the formal launch or any official teaser is released before we learn any additional information about the device’s specifications.

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The latest Redmi K60 Series is available on Giztop

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Dec 30, 2022

The latest Redmi K60 Series is now available for purchase on Giztop. Redmi K60 smartphone can be bought for a starting price of $459 and the Redmi K60 Pro variant is available for pre-order at $599 only. Please note that the prices mentioned are applicable to the base variant only.

Redmi K60 5G Smartphone

Redmi K60 features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset the phone comes with 8GB /12GB/ 16GB LPDDR5 RAM options and 128GB /256GB/ 512GB UFS 3.1 internal storage options.

Redmi K60 has a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP main camera and 8MP + 2MP secondary sensors. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. Fueled by a 5500mAh battery it supports a 67W fast charge and runs on Android 13 OS-based MIUI 14.

Available in White and Black colors, you can now buy the Redmi K60 smartphone for $459 only at Giztop.

Redmi K60 PRO 5G Smartphone ( Pre-order)

Redmi K60 Pro features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate similar to the K60 version. However, the Pro version comes with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. You have multiple memory options viz. 8GB /12GB/ 16GB LPDDR5 RAM options and 128GB /256GB/ 512GB UFS 3.1 internal storage.

Redmi K60 Pro has a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP(Sony IMX800) main camera and 8MP + 2MP secondary sensors. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. Fueled by a 5000mAh battery it supports a 120W fast flash charge and runs on Android 13 OS-based MIUI 14.

Available in White, Black, and Green colors, you can now pre-order the Redmi K60 Pro smartphone for $599 only at Giztop. Please note that this is a pre-order only and the delivery will begin from January 2023.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

Huawei Patent: Respiratory Infection Detection via Blood Oxygen Level Readings

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Chandan

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Dec 30, 2022

Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, has now filed a new patent for a forthcoming technology that can identify respiratory infections by measuring blood oxygen or Sp02 levels. Based on blood oxygen levels, the technique can detect the existence of respiratory system infection. According to the relevant patent summary, this application implementation case provides a detection method and related equipment that is used with the first electronic equipment in order to work properly.

Many distinct testing operations are included in the testing method. This approach consists of the following steps: testing the first operation, responding to the first operation, and sending to the second electronic equipment. based on the first information, receive physiological parameter information given by the second electronic device; When the physiological parameter information is determined to meet the preset conditions, get audio information; determine the first physiological information based on the physiological parameter information and audio information; and display the first physiological information.

Blood oxygen saturation, respiratory frequency, body temperature, heart rate, and other physiological parameters are examples of data. This programme enables users to quickly detect the risk of infection in the respiratory system while ensuring the accuracy of the test findings and the equipment’s low power consumption. There are already various smartwatches on the market that use sensors to test the blood oxygen level. They are, however, not the ones on whom we can rely. We currently have adequate medical equipment for this purpose.

It will be interesting to watch how the technology works once it hits the market. Will it be able to deliver reliable information, or will we see the tag “Do not utilise the information for medical purposes!” once more? We are quite eager to put the new technology to the test. Let’s see if they can get the product to market or if it will be just another unsuccessful patent since there are already thousands of patents by various brands, but not all of them debut in the real market.

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More Details About Qualcomm’s 12-Core ARM-based Desktop CPU Surface Online

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Dec 30, 2022

Last month, it was uncovered that Qualcomm, the leading mobile chipset manufacturer, is readying a powerful desktop CPU. Codenamed “Hamoa”, the chipset may debut in 2024 with 12 CPU cores in an 8+4 configuration. The chip is rumored to support discrete GPUs as well. Even though we are still more than a year away from its launch, a new report is here with some more details about the upcoming desktop processor.

The report reaffirms the fact that the CPU will have 12 cores. However, the configuration is still anyone’s guess. An earlier report by developer Kuba Wojciechowski revealed the cores will be in an 8+4 configuration, with 8 performance cores and 4 energy-efficient cores.

In the latest development, it has been reported that Qualcomm is testing the Hamoa chip in the form of two variants, with the internal model numbers SC8380X and SC8380XP. It is clear by the designations that these are the successors to the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3, which has the model number SC8280.

Further, the test platform is also reported to have a Qualcomm Snapdragon X65 5G modem. This suggests, the Chipmaker wants to combine its new desktop CPU with an integrated 5G modem, although whether the modem will be included in all chips remains unclear.

In addition, the upcoming CPU will use the new UFS 4.0 standard for connecting the flash memory. This will result in increased transmission rates, which should translate to further advantages in terms of performance.

From what is known so far, we can say that the forthcoming chipset will be designed more like a modern mobile processor than a desktop CPU. It remains to be seen whether this new chipset will be on par with other PC chips out there.

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OnePlus 11R Live Images Surface Online: Alert Slider, Curved Display, and More

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 30, 2022

OnePlus is gearing up to launch the OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 in China next week. Now ahead of the launch, the OnePlus 11R has surfaced in live images. The smartphone has been subject to leaks and rumours in the past. The new leaked images shared by publication GadgetGang give us an entire look at the OnePlus 11R from all angles.

The OnePlus 11R is seen in a secured back case so the colour variant of the device remains a mystery. The case has a rectangular island with cutouts for three camera sensors and an LED flash. However, it remains to be seen if the phone also has a rectangular camera module. The OnePlus 10R had a different camera module design. The alert slider which was missing on the predecessor model makes a comeback on the OnePlus 11R as it is seen positioned on the right side. There is a power button below the alert slider. The left edge has volume rocker keys.

The OnePlus 11R has a USB-C port, SIM tray, and a speaker grille at the bottom edge. The top edge has an IR Blaster and a secondary microphone cutout. The upcoming offering will be the first from OnePlus to feature IR Blaster.

Coming to the front, the OnePlus 11R has a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. A closer look shows that the device has curved edges. This indicates that it will be the first R-series device from the brand to come with a curved display panel.

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Apple Could Adopt New Strategy For iPhones Next Year, 15 Plus Might Be Cheaper Than iPhone 14 Plus

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 30, 2022

There have been many rumours surrounding the next-generation iPhone 15 lineup. Earlier this month, it was reported that the iPhone 15 Ultra may see the biggest single-generational price jump in iPhone history. Now a new report by Naver suggests that Apple may adopt a new pricing and marketing strategy for the iPhone 15 series.

Apple’s current non-Pro iPhone 14 i.e. the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus have not performed well in terms of sales. This is because the company deviated from its usual strategy of equipping the entire iPhone 14 lineup with the same specifications albeit with a few differences. The non-Pro iPhone 14 models retained the same core specifications as their predecessor whereas the Pro variants packed significant upgrades.

The Cupertino-based tech giant’s expectations of the iPhone 14 sales were quite different and it is now re-evaluating strategies for 2023 as per the latest report. The company might consider catering the iPhone 15 lineup to different people.

The report by Naver highlights three strategies that Apple might adopt. The first one is that the brand could reduce the differences between the non-Pro and Pro models. This correlates with past rumours that the entire iPhone 15 lineup will come with Dynamic Island. The second option is that Apple might consider pricing the iPhone 15 Plus lower than the current generation model. The company aims to widen the gap between the Plus and Pro variants. Currently, the iPhone 14 Plus starts at $899 with the same specs as the iPhone 13 compared to the iPhone 14 Pro starting at $1,099. This raises the question of why someone would choose a device with no new changes.

The last strategy Apple could adopt is creating differences between the iPhone 15 Plus and the Pro variant. The brand could offer different features and materials. Previously, reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had revealed that the company would increase differences between the Pro and non-Pro models as well as the Pro and the Max variant.

With the new strategy, Apple seems to be aiming for stable sales of all iPhone models next year.

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Is 4G Dead in India? 5G Smartphones Take the Lead

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 30, 2022

India is expected to see 5G smartphone shipments surpass 4G smartphone shipments by the end of 2023, according to Counterpoint’s India Market Outlook. The report predicts that cumulative 5G smartphone shipments in India will reach the 100 million mark in Q2 2023.

5G Smartphone Shipments in India on Expect to Exceed 4G Shipments by End of 2023

Driving this growth is the expanding presence of 5G smartphones in lower price bands, as well as the rollout of 5G networks in the latter half of 2022. In fact, the share of 5G smartphones in lower price bands is expected to increase from 4% in 2021 to 14% in 2022, and reach 30% in 2023. The availability of cheaper 5G chipsets from Qualcomm and MediaTek has enabled original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to launch more 5G devices in the lower price segment, while the commercial rollout of 5G services has also increased demand.

However, the growth of 5G in India has been limited by component supply shortages, inflation, geopolitical conflicts, and other macroeconomic issues, which have delayed 5G device launches in the budget segment. OEMs have responded by dropping or downgrading certain features, such as display quality or fast charging, in order to keep the cost of 5G devices low. This has had an impact on consumer demand for 5G within this price tier. In addition, the limited availability of 5G networks has also affected demand.

Despite these challenges, the outlook for 5G in India is positive. These constraints are expected to ease by the end of 2023, leading to the mass adoption of 5G. The better availability of 5G networks in major areas is also expected to drive growth in 5G smartphone shipments, which are estimated to increase by 62% year-on-year in 2023.

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Sony doesn’t consider Xbox Game Pass as its rival: Report

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Sean

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Dec 30, 2022

A new report has revealed that Sony is apparently not worried about the Xbox Game Pass from Microsoft. The company reportedly doesn’t even view the Xbox Game Pass as competition in the market.

According to sources close to the matter, Jim Ryan, the CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has expressed views that hint at the company not viewing the Xbox Game Pass as a rival. On the other hand, the Japanese tech giant has implied concern over Microsoft’s recent acquisition of the Activision Blizzard gaming studio. As per one source, the senior executive has expressed his views during an employee Q&A session that was held earlier this month where Ryan talked about market competition.

When asked about the Xbox Game Pass, Jim Ryan reportedly stated that “When we consider Game Pass, it seems to be getting lower [Game Pass numbers]. When we consider Game Pass, we’ve sold more PS5’s in two years than they have gathered subscribers and they’ve been doing that for 6-7 years.” He further added that “We’re just shy of 50 million subscribers and they are in the low 20s, but there’s more work to do to grow that number.”

Interestingly enough, Ryan’s supposed internal statement seems slightly contradicting considering the company is battling Microsoft’s proposed plans on acquiring Activision Blizzard, which is a known name in the gaming industry. The Sony official had told Reuters that the move is “bad for competition, bad for the gaming industry, and bad for gamers themselves” despite Microsoft claiming that “This deal will benefit gamers, developers, and the industry as we seek to bring more games to more people.”

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Noise Bravo Neckband Bluetooth Earphones With 35 Hours Battery Life Launched In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 30, 2022

Noise has expanded its range of neckband earphones in India. The latest offering is dubbed the Noise Bravo. The audio device falls under the Rs 1,000 price bracket and competes against the likes of the Wings Phantom 210, Portronics Harmonics Z5, Lava Probuds N11, and more in the market. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

The Noise Bravo has a basic neckband-styled design with silicone ear tips and buttons for music controls on the right side. They are IPX5 certified sweat and water-resistant.

On the audio front, the Noise Bravo are equipped with a 10mm dynamic driver for immersive sound. There is an environmental noise cancellation that suppresses external noise and offers clear quality on calls. The audio device features Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and can be connected to two devices simultaneously and up to 10m range.

The Noise Bravo Bluetooth neckband earphones are claimed to deliver 35 hours of music playback on a single charge. They support fast charging and a 10 minute of charge is said to offer 10 hours of usage.

The Noise Bravo Bluetooth neckband earphones are available for purchase at Rs 899 on Amazon. On the brand’s official website, it costs Rs 1,199. The audio device is offered in Cyan Blue and Jet Black colours.

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Upcoming Smartphones: OnePlus 11, Redmi Note 12 Series, and More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Dec 30, 2022

We will be entering the new year next week. Along with that, brands have confirmed to launch new smartphones.

Four companies are expected to debut handsets in the coming days. Two of them will unveil brand-new phones. Whereas, the remaining two will announce existing devices for India.

The brands that are anticipated to release smartphones are Tecno, Poco, OnePlus, and Redmi. Let’s take a look at these handsets one by one.

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1. Tecno Phantom X2

Tecno Phantom X2

The Tecno Phantom X2 series was unveiled in early December. Now, the brand has confirmed to bring the vanilla X2 to India on January 2 with pre-orders starting on the same day, followed by sale on January 9.

The Phantom X2 sports a unique design. It comes with a 6.8-inch 10-bit FHD+ 120Hz curved AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset.

The device features a 64MP Samsung GWB primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide camera with macro capability, a 32MP selfie camera, and a 5,160mAh battery. Last but not least, it carries support for 45W fast wired charging.

2. Poco C50

Redmi A1 Plus

The Poco C50 is tipped to launch in India on January 3. As per reports, it will be a rebranded Redmi A1 Plus.

Hence, it will arrive with a 6.52-inch HD+ display (LCD), a MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP selfie camera, and, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery

On the software front, the handset will boot Android 12 Go Edition. Finally, it will have support for 10W charging.

3. OnePlus 11

OnePlus 11

The OnePlus 11 is scheduled to launch globally on February 7 in India. Ahead of that, the device will be going official in China on January 4.

Before the official announcement, the brand has revealed many features of the handset via teasers. At the same time, details about the product have also been leaked.

The phone is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, a 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD+ display, 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, a 32MP telephoto camera, Hasselblad image processing, IP54 rating, and a 5,000mAh battery.

It will boot Android 13 and will support 100W fast charging. Lastly, it will ship with the required charger, a USB cable, and a protective case.

4. Redmi Note 12 Series

Redmi Note 12 Pro

The Redmi Note 12 series will be unveiled in India on January 5. The three smartphones heading to the country are expected to be the same as the Chinese variants. They are officially called Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.

The vanilla Redmi Note 12 comes with a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, a 48MP rear camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast wired charging.

On the other hand, the Pro models feature a 6.67-inch 10-bit 120Hz OLED display with Dolby Vision support, a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, dual stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The Pro arrives with 67W charging and a 50MP rear camera, while the Pro Plus comes with 120W charging and a 200MP main camera.

Lenovo SmartPaper tablet leaked, could be Yoga Paper E-Ink’s global variant

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Sean

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Dec 30, 2022

Earlier today (30th December 2022), there was a series of new leak that revealed the renders of a number of upcoming Lenovo products. One of these devices is the new SmartPaper, which appears to be a rebranded version of an existing tablet from the company.

The leaked images were shared by known tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks). He shared multiple images of the Chinese tech giant’s new tablet. Looking at these images, it appears that the brand is planning on launching the Yoga Paper E-Ink tablet globally. The design and form factor of the SmartPaper and Yoga Paper tablet are quite similar, although, the former lacks the distinct “YOGA” branding on the rear panel. In other words, SmartPaper could be a rebranded Yoga Paper model for the global market.

We can also see that the SmartPaper tablet will also feature a stylus. The leak from the tipster only shared the name of the tablet as well as the images, but there was no specifications revealed in this leak. However, based on the already available Yoga Paper, we can expect the upcoming SmartPaper to also sport a tall 10.3 inch e-ink display panel. For those unaware, this panel basically offers users an experience like reading and writing on an actual paper. It is also quite comfortable to look at and it is further helped by the automatic color temperature and brightness adjustments.

The stylus offered with the tablet does not required to be charged or paired. It has a low latency of 23ms and a pressure sensitivity of 4096. The device also supports nine types of smart pens, which can enable an adjustable handwriting style and even support side edge writing to simulate effects of real handwriting. The Yoga Paper was launched in China for around 430 US Dollars, so we can expect a sub 500 US Dollar price tag for the global variant as well.

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Apple to launch an 11.1 inch & 13 inch OLED iPad Pro models in 2024

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Sean

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Dec 30, 2022

Apple is apparently working on two new iPad Pro models that will feature OLED displays. The two new variants of the iPad Pro will launch with two different sizes. So here are all the details about the upcoming tablets.

As per a new report, the Cupertino based giant is planning on launching an 11.1 inch and 13 inch OLED iPad Pro model. Furthermore, the brand will supposedly launch these two OLED iPad Pros during the first quarter of 2024. So, we still have more than a year till we see these two tablets be released in the market. The news was shared by known display analyst Ross Young. While reports for OLED iPads are not new, this is the first time we’ve heard of the 11.1 inch and 13 inch size variants for OLED iPad Pros.

Additionally, these news models will also feature smaller bezels that surround the display. In other words, the overall dimensions of the new iPad Pros will not change owing to the smaller bezels. Back in October, Apple had launched refreshed variants of the 11 inch and 12.9 inch iPad Pros thanks to the addition of the newer M2 chipset. So the next major upgrade is likely with the iPad Pros receiving OLED panels.

Although, it is unclear if the iPhone maker is planning on releasing new and smaller refreshed models next year. Young had previously claimed that Apple is also planning on releasing a 14.1 inch iPad Pro model in 2023, but has now stated that the company has dropped this plan. Keep in mind that this information is still unconfirmed, so take this news with a pinch of salt and stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Samsung Appoints Hubert H. Lee To Lead Its MX Design Team

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 30, 2022

Samsung Electronics announced today that Hubert H. Lee has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President and Head of its MX (Mobile eXperience) Design Team. Lee brings more than 20 years of design and leadership experience to Samsung, having previously served as Chief Design Officer of Mercedes-Benz China.

Lee will be responsible for leading the MX Design Team, which is responsible for designing products such as the Samsung Galaxy S Series, Z Series, Galaxy Tab, and Galaxy Watch. His design expertise and leadership skills will help shape the look and feel of Samsung’s Galaxy products, building on the company’s reputation for creating innovative and beautifully designed mobile devices.

“Samsung is known for building some of the world’s most beautiful products with designs that have transformed the mobile industry,” said Hubert H. Lee, “I am excited to join a company that is on the bleeding edge of mobile innovation and lead the team responsible for creating new mobile experiences through the art of design.”

Samsung is known for its innovative and stylish mobile products, and Lee’s unique perspective and vision will no doubt help the company continue to push the boundaries of design in the mobile industry.

Lee has a track record of success in the design industry, having received multiple awards for his leadership of design teams at Mercedes-Benz in the US and China. His appointment as head of the MX Design Team at Samsung is a testament to his talent and expertise, and we look forward to seeing the impact of his leadership on the company’s future products.

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Fire-Boltt Gladiator goes on sale in India with 1.96 inch display & Bluetooth calling

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Sean

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Dec 30, 2022

The Fire-Bolt Gladiator smartwatch had recently been launched in the Indian market. And now, the company has finally started the first sale for this wearable device, which resembles the Apple Watch quite a bit. So let’s have a look.

The Gladiator smartwatch was released with a form factor that resembles an Apple Watch, with a squarish display that has curved corners. It sports a 1.96 inch HD display that has a 600 nits of peak brightness along with an ultra narrow frame design. The wearable also has a working crown for easier control. This model arrives with support 123 sports modes, multiple watch faces, and 8 different menu styles to choose from.

One of the notable features of this device is the Bluetooth calling support as it has a built in microphone and speaker. Other features include IP67 water resistance, 7 days of battery life, quick charge support that enables 24 hours of battery life from just 10 minutes of charging. Apart from this, the users will also be offered various health related features like heart rate mapping, blood oxygen monitoring, and menstrual cycle tracking as well.

Other features include built in games, a calculator, a weather update, hydration reminders, and more. The Fire-Boltt Gladiator smartwatch has officially gone on sale in India with an introductory price tag of 2,499 INR. It will be available for purchase from Amazon India and is being sold in four different colors like black, blue, gold black, and light gold.

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OnePlus 11 will come with World’s first bionic vibration motor & custom graphics engine for 120FPS gaming

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 30, 2022

On January 4th, OnePlus will officially unveil the OnePlus 11, the brand’s upcoming flagship smartphone, in China. The phone’s specifications are already known, and the brand teased us with photographs of the design. The company said this week that the AAC Technology-developed bionic vibration sensor motor will be used for the first time in a phone.

According to OnePlus, this vibration motor will be the most powerful and largest in an Android phone, with a volume greater than 600mm³.

In comparison to the iPhone 14 Pro, the OnePlus 11 offers 1.4 steady state vibration/Grms, which is 17% more. According to OnePlus, the start time and stop time are both 16 milliseconds and 12 milliseconds, respectively, just like the iPhone. The vibration bandwidth is 77Hz, which is better than the iPhone’s 66Hz and the 37Hz of other Android flagships.

According to the company, the bionic vibration motor in the OnePlus 11 provides off-state vibration/Gop of 4.2 as opposed to the 2.2 offered by other vibration motors used in flagship phones, making it 91% better.

The OnePlus 11 is the first device in the market to use full-phase magnetic circuit technology. The vibration is stronger and crisper, the company claims, with more magnetic sources and more driving energy. Even well-known third-party programs like the Happy Xiaoxiaole game and the Baidu keyboard have improved vibration quality, according to OnePlus.

The Super Graphics Engine, which allows for high frame rates and native image quality, is also said to be included on the OnePlus 11, making it the first phone in the world to usher in a new era of mobile gaming. According to the company, the phone would give up to 120fps with the optimization, regardless of the frame rate that the original game supports.

A specialized rendering processor, software algorithms, game development engines, and other software and hardware synergies help to achieve this. According to the business, with low power consumption, the frame rate and image quality can be significantly enhanced, surpassing the game’s original experience.

OnePlus has also claimed that after playing League of Legends Mobile for an hour on the OnePlus 11, the maximum temperature doesn’t exceed 43° C, and it maintains an average of 119.8 FPS.

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Vivo S16, S16e, S16 Pro Go on Sale in China, Checkout Price, Specifications

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 30, 2022

The Vivo S16 series is available for purchase in China starting today. The series includes three models, such as the Vivo S16e, Vivo S16, and Vivo S16 Pro. Here is a look at the specifications and prices of each of these models.

Vivo S16 series price

The Vivo S16e comes in three variants: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 2,099 Yuan (~$301), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,299 Yuan (~$330), and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,499 Yuan (~$359). It comes in purple, turquoise, and black colors.

The Vivo S16 comes in four configurations: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 2,499 Yuan (~$359), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,699 Yuan (~$388), 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,999 Yuan (~$431), and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage for 3,299 Yuan (~$474). It comes in shades like black, mint and gold.

The Vivo S16 Pro comes in options like 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 3,299 Yuan (~$474) and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage for 3,599 Yuan (~$517). It comes in black and mint colors.

The Vivo S16 series is available for purchase through Vivo China’s website,

Vivo S16 series specifications

The Vivo S16 has a 6.62-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz screen, whereas the S16 and S16 Pro are fitted with a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display with curved edges. The three phones are powered by Exynos 1080, Snapdragon 870, and Dimensity 8200 chipsets, respectively. The trio packs a 4,600mAh battery with 66W fast charging support. Other common features include the OriginOS 3-based Android 13 OS and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The Vivo S16e has a 16-megapixel selfie camera, while the other two phones feature a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus support. The S16 has a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera unit. The S16 has 64-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple rear cameras. The S16 Pro is fitted with a 64-megapixel (main) + 12-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera system.

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Lu Weibing officially promoted as Xiaomi Group President

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Sean

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Dec 30, 2022

Xiaomi has just made a major new announcement during the Hong Kong Stock Exchange earlier today (30th December 2022). The company has officially promoted Lu Weibing as the new President of its international business department of the group.

the Chinese tech giant had previously already announced that Wang Xiang, the former President, will be retiring on December 30, with Lu Weibing set to take over. In the announcement, the brand also stated that Lu Weibing has been promoted to President of the international business department of the group and will even be managing the smartphone department, ecological chain department, major appliance department, China region, and India region of the group.

Furthermore, Wang Xiaoyan was promoted to Vice President of the group and will also serve as president of the group in China. Qu Heng is promoted as the Vice President of the group and will also work as the chairman of the group technical committee as well. Lastly, Ma Ji was also promoted to the role of Vice President of the Xiaomi Group and will even serve as the general manager of the Internet business department of the group.

Interestingly enough, this news arrives soon after rumors of Xiaomi laying off thousands of employees. For those unaware, there was a panic in the company as it was reported that there were multiple rounds of layoffs that affected multiple departments. As per the report, there were up to 75 percent layoffs in certain departments as well, while some teams also saw a 40 percent downsizing.

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Apple Releases a Special AirPods Pro for Chinese New Year

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 30, 2022

Apple has released a special edition of its popular AirPods Pro in celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year, known as the “Year of the Rabbit.” According to latest reports, the Apple Store suddenly entered maintenance mode yesterday and released the new AirPods Pro “Year of the Rabbit” special edition in the early hours of the morning.

The special edition features a laser-engraved rabbit design on the earbuds’ casing, adding a festive touch to the product. However, the parameters and functions of the special edition are the same as the regular AirPods Pro. The price of the special edition is also unchanged, with the AirPods Pro “Year of the Rabbit” special edition retailing at 1899 yuan ($296).

In addition to the rabbit design on the earbuds, the packaging for the special edition also features a red rabbit design, further emphasizing the celebratory nature of the product. Latest reports notes that the design can also be seen on the pop-up window when the earbuds are connected to a phone.

There have also been reports that the red version of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are now available for purchase in China, possibly in celebration of the Chinese New Year. The release of the special edition AirPods Pro and the availability of the red iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in China is a testament to Apple’s commitment to catering to the needs and preferences of its Chinese customers.

The Chinese market is a significant one for Apple, and the company has consistently released special editions of its products and made efforts to tailor its products and services to the Chinese market.Overall, the release of the AirPods Pro “Year of the Rabbit” special edition is sure to be a hit with Apple fans in China looking to celebrate the upcoming holiday in style.

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Honor Pad V8 Pro Goes On Sale In China With A Starting Price Of 2,499 Yuan ($360)

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Jeet

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Dec 30, 2022

A few days ago, Honor launched its latest tablet in its home market China, dubbed Honor Pad V8 Pro. This new premium tablet from the brand comes with a high refresh rate, a big-capacity battery, and more.

Now, the Honor Pad V8 Pro is available for purchase in the Chinese market, with the base model priced at 2,599 yuan. However, for the initial period of the sale, the device will be available for a discounted price of 2,499 yuan (~$360).

The base model with 8GB RAM and 12GB storage costs 2,599 yuan (~$374), while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model is priced at 2,899 yuan (~$417). The top-end model with 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage is priced at 3,299 yuan (~$475).

As for the specifications, the Honor Pad V8 Pro features a 12.1-inch LCD display, offering a 2.5K screen resolution, 600 nits brightness, and slim bezels around the screen. It is the world’s first tablet to feature a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate and IMAX Enhanced certification that allow users to stream IMAX Enhanced titles.

Under the hood, it comes powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor, coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. The tablet is also compatible with Magic Pencil 3 and Smart Touch keyboard for expanding the use case.

In the camera department, there’s a 13-megapixel camera sensor with an LED flash on the back of the device, while on the front side, the device is equipped with a 5-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The tablet runs the company’s own MagicOS 7.0 custom user interface on top of the Android operating system. It is powered by a 10,050mAh battery that comes with support for 35W fast charging.

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