Samsung Develops Industry’s First 12nm-Class DDR5 DRAM

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Dec 23, 2022

Samsung Electronics has developed an industry-first 12nm-class DDR5 dynamic random access memory (DRAM) in collaboration with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). This new DRAM is set to begin mass production in 2023 and is expected to advance the capabilities of next-generation computing, data centers, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications with its exceptional performance and greater power efficiency.

Samsung’s 12nm DDR5 DRAM to advance data centers and AI applications

The 16GB DDR5 DRAM was made possible through the use of innovative technology, including a new high-κ material that increases cell capacitance and proprietary design technology that improves critical circuit characteristics. This, combined with advanced multi-layer extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography, has resulted in the industry’s highest die density, enabling a 20% gain in wafer productivity.

Leveraging the latest DDR5 standard, Samsung’s 12nm-class DRAM will offer speeds of up to 7.2 gigabits per second (Gbps), allowing it to process two 30 gigabyte (GB) ultra-high definition (UHD) movies in just one second. In addition to its impressive speed, the new DRAM is also notable for its power efficiency. It consumes up to 23% less power than previous DRAMs, making it an ideal solution for global IT companies seeking more environmentally friendly operations.

“Our 12nm-range DRAM will be a key enabler in driving market-wide adoption of DDR5 DRAM,” said Jooyoung Lee, Executive Vice President of DRAM Product & Technology at Samsung Electronics. “With exceptional performance and power efficiency, we expect our new DRAM to serve as the foundation for more sustainable operations in areas such as next-generation computing, data centers, and AI-driven systems.”

The development of the 12nm-class DDR5 DRAM was made possible through close collaboration with industry partner AMD. “We are thrilled to once again collaborate with Samsung, particularly on introducing DDR5 memory products that are optimized and validated on ‘Zen’ platforms,” said Joe Macri, Senior VP, Corporate Fellow, and Client, Compute and Graphics CTO at AMD.

With mass production set to begin in 2023, Samsung plans to broaden its DRAM lineup built on this cutting-edge 12nm-class process technology into a wide range of market segments. The company will continue to work with industry partners to support the rapid expansion of next-generation computing.

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ZMI denies rumors of mass lay offs and ceasing its operations

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Sean

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Dec 23, 2022

ZMI has just offered an official statement to clarify the ongoing rumors that have claimed that it will be ceasing its operations. The company denied these rumors and said that it will continue to operate under the ZMI brand.

Looking at the official statement, the Chinese brand has stated that the ZMI brand will continue to exist and develop new products. Furthermore, it said that any remarks or rumors that hint at the brand suspending its operations is false. The company also added that it will continue to provide all of its loyal customers with high value and high quality products along with long term stable after sales services.

This statement was shared on Weibo (a Chinese microblogging website) where it thanked its fans for their concern and hoped that future rumors will not be believed. For those unaware, there were some rumors online that were being shared that claimed that the company has seen a massive restructuring following an acquisition. Reportedly, the brand had been purchased by Xiaomi Corp and the turn over had ZMI lay off around 80 percent of its staff.

The rumor also claimed that there were only some technicians left who were then merged into Xiaomi’s smart wearable department while others were incorporated into the various other departments in the Chinese tech giant. So stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Realme 240W Charger Surfaces Online, Expected to Debut on the GT Neo 5

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 23, 2022

Realme’s fastest charging technology maxes out at 150W. It is found on the Realme GT Neo 3. Now, the brand is aiming to introduce a new charging technology that will take the speed further. It is expected to debut on the upcoming Realme GT Neo 5. Reliable tipster Ice Universe has shared some details about the Realme 240W charger on the microblogging platform Weibo.

Ice Universe says that the 240W charger is Realme’s first mass-produced charger. It has a model number VCKCJACH and is significantly improved compared to the 150W charger. The charger is compatible with multiple protocols such as 65W PD fast charging. The tipster also shared a photo of the charger. It is seen in White colour. Despite a 160 percent increase in power delivery, the size is similar to the previous generation.

The information shared by Ice Universe is also in line with past reports suggesting that the Realme GT Neo 5 will come equipped with 240W charging. The exact launch timeline of the smartphone remains a mystery. However, it has already been spotted in leaked renders and rumours.

The Realme GT Neo 5 will come with a new design language compared to its predecessor. The back panel sports a dual-toned design with the camera module in Black colour and the rest in White paint job. It has an elongated rectangular island that also houses another vertical rectangular module. The latter is slightly protruding and accommodates two rings. The first one has a primary sensor whereas two lenses are seen in the second circle.

As for the core specifications, the Realme GT Neo 5 is rumoured to come with a 6.7-inch 144Hz display and an integrated fingerprint scanner. Internally, the upcoming offering will be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and come in 5,000 and 4,600mAh battery variants with support for 150 and 240W charging speed respectively.

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Tesla launches a $300 Cybertruck inspired wireless charger

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Sean

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Dec 23, 2022

Tesla has just launched a new product earlier today (23rd December 2022). It is a new wireless charger that has its design inspired by the ever elusive Cybertruck. So here are all the details about this product.

As per official notes, “Inspired by the angular design and metallic styling of Cybertruck.” In other words, the known electric vehicle maker has just built a wireless charger that is inspired by its Cybertruck, which hasn’t even be launched yet. This wireless charger will offer a maximum output of 15W and can charge up to three smartphones at the same time. Although it is not limited to just handsets and can even charge other devices that support Qi standard like Apple AirPods.

Talking about its design, the Tesla charging mat can charge up to three devices on its surface. It features an angular design on that charging mat and features an aluminum housing with an alcantara surface and detachable magnetic stand that can be used for charging flat or at an angle. The device features FreePower technology from Aira that enables wireless charging to Qi compatible devices. Funnily enough, this also oddly resembles Apple AirPower, which was another multi device wireless charger.

This model was also capable of charging devices from anywhere on its charging pad surface. As of right now, the Tesla Wireless Charging Platform has been announced for a hefty price tag of just 300 US Dollars. This is by no means an affordable accessory for a simple wireless charging pad but it might interest certain enthusiasts or fans of the Tesla brand.

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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 14 / 16 laptops with Intel Raptor Lake CPUs announced

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Dec 23, 2022

Lenovo recently launched a bunch of laptops in its IdeaPad series. The brand also debuted the ThinkVision mini-LED monitors, a 4K Pro webcam, and a wireless keyboard and mouse combo with up to 3 months of battery life.

Just like the recently announced Ideapad Slim 5 laptops that come with AMD chips, Lenovo has also announced the laptops in a large selection of 13th-Gen Intel Raptor Lake CPU. Other than that, the rest of the specs of the laptop remains the same.

Raptor Lake-H processors such as the i7-13700H, i7-13620H, i5-13500H, i5-13420H, and i5-13450H are found in the top-tier IdeaPad Slim 5i laptops. Additionally, there are mid-range variants available with either an i5-1340P or i7-1360P. Lenovo offers ULV CPUs such as the i7-1355U, i5-1335U, and i5-1334U for entry-level variants. Each of the CPUs can be supplemented with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 or LPDDR5X memory and up to 1 TB of PCIe NVMe SSD storage (only for the 14-inch variants).

Lenovo chose not to incorporate Thunderbolt 4 connectors in these models because of their thin and light design. The port selection, which includes 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (full function), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 1.4 video out, a combination audio jack, and a miniSD card reader, is the same as those of the AMD variants. Also included is a Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.1 card.

The 16-inch laptops, like the AMD variants, come with either a 2.5K IPS display with a 60 Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut, or an FHD+ IPS display with a 45% NTSC color spectrum. The 14-inch laptops can be fitted with either 2.2K or FHD+ IPS panels, or an FHD+ OLED.

Chassis are available in plastic with 0.7-inch profiles or metal with 0.67-inch profiles. The 16-inch models can weigh up to 4.39 lbs, while the 14-inch versions can weigh up to 3.51 lbs. Variants of the 47, 56.6, and 75.4 Wh batteries are available.

The Intel-based IdeaPad Slim 5i laptops are expected to go on sale in April 2023, with prices for both sizes beginning at €899.

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Upcoming Smartphones: Redmi K60 Series, iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition, and More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Dec 23, 2022

Though we have reached the end of the year, smartphone releases keep happening. The next week will be the last week of 2022 but still, companies have scheduled phone launches.

Four brands have confirmed to debut new handsets in the coming days. These companies are Honor, Red Magic, iQOO, and Redmi.

Interestingly, all of them are set to introduce devices with high-end chipsets. These phones either fall under flagship killer or gaming categories.

Now, as we are done with the basic introduction, let’s go through all the handsets that are planned to go official in the next few days.

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1. Red Magic 8 Pro Series

The Red Magic 8 Pro series is scheduled to launch in China on December 26 (Monday). The conference will start at 3 PM GMT+8 and will be live-streamed on Weibo and other popular Chinese platforms.

The lineup will consist of two models, namely Red Magic 8 Pro and Redmi Magic 8 Pro Plus. The handsets will be almost identical with a few differences.

For instance, the Pro and Pro Plus are expected to house 5,000mAh and 6,000mAh batteries, respectively. The former is said to be limited to 120W charging, while the latter will support up to 165W charging.

These phones are anticipated to come with a 6.8-inch 120Hz OLED display with an under-screen camera, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, liquid cooling system, cooling fan, RGB lights, 50MP primary camera, up to 1TB storage, and more.

2. Honor 80 GT

The Honor 80 GT is set to launch in China on December 26 (Monday). The event will begin at 7:30 PM GMT+8 and it will be live-streamed on multiple Chinese platforms, including Weibo. The smartphone will be accompanied by a premium tablet called Honor Pad V8 Pro.

According to teasers and leaks, the Honor 80 GT will feature a centered punch-hole OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset paired with a VC cooling system.

The device will arrive with a plastic frame, a 54MP Sony IMX800 primary camera, 66W fast wired charging support, and Android 13-based MagicOS 7.0.

3. Redmi K60 Series

The Redmi K60 series will be unveiled on December 27 (Tuesday) in China. The launch conference will start at 7 PM GMT+8 and will be live-streamed on Weibo and leading Chinese video streaming platforms.

As per leaks and teasers, the series will comprise three models, namely Redmi K60E, Redmi K60, and Redmi K60 Pro. They will be powered by Dimensity 8200, Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chips, respectively.

All three phones will sport an OLED display with a high refresh rate. The K60E will boot MIUI 13 based on Android 12, while the K60 and K60 Pro will ship with the latest MIUI 14 based on Android 13.

Last but not least, the Redmi K60 is expected to release as Poco F5 in global markets.

4. iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition

iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition

The iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition will be made official on December 29 in China. Its launch live stream will begin at 7 PM GMT+8 on popular Chinese video streaming platforms.

Thanks to leaks and official teasers, we know a lot about this forthcoming device. First and foremost, it will come powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus SoC.

Further, it will feature a 6.78-inch 120Hz FHD+ OLED display, a 50MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera system, a 16MP front-facing camera, an in-screen fingerprint sensor, and an IR blaster.

The handset will boot Android 13-based OriginOS. Finally, it will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 120W fast wired charging.

Redmi K60 Pro appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC – Check performance

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 23, 2022

Earlier today, Redmi confirmed that the Redmi K60 series will be launching on December 27. Alongside the launch date confirmation, the brand has also revealed the design of one of the smartphones in the series.

Redmi K60 series first look- — *Redmi K60 series first look*

Now, the Redmi K60 Pro has appeared on Geekbench revealing its performance, while simultaneously confirming some of its specs. Notably, the brand revealed the AnTuTu results of the smartphone today, revealing an impressive score of 1.35 Million.

Geekbench has the device listed with model number 22127RK46C, which we know to be the Redmi K60 Pro. According to the listing, the phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC with the “Kalama” motherboard. It has an octa-core processor with a 3.19GHz maximum clock speed. The SoC also includes three efficiency cores running at 2.02GHz and four performance cores clocked at 2.8GHz. This is none other than the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip.

The phone will arrive with 12GB of RAM, according to the listing. Xiaomi should introduce the phone with additional RAM and storage choices. It is also revealed that Android 13 will be pre-installed on the handset. It should have MIUI 14 on top of it.

The phone’s single-core and multi-core tests are also included in the Geekbench listing. In the single-core and multi-core tests, it received 1462 and 5038 respectively. This result is on par with other flagships launching with the new chip, meaning that we can expect top-tier performance from the mid-ranger.

Redmi K60 Pro specifications

The Redmi K60 Pro will include an OLED display with a 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage will be included with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered phone. It will have a 5,000mAh battery and support 30W wireless charging in addition to 67W rapid charging.

The device will come preinstalled with an Android 13 OS based on MIUI 14. It might have a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera for photography. It will have a fingerprint scanner embedded in the display.

The Dimensity 8200 will undoubtedly be found in the Redmi K60e. Most likely, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 will be found in the K60. In areas outside of China, it’s possible that the K60 will be a rebranded POCO F5 5G.

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Reliance Jio Launches New INR 749 Prepaid Plan in India

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Chandan

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Dec 23, 2022

Online, there are solid rumours that Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio’s tariff plans may increase its price. According to reports, prices will increase in 2023, presumably as a result of the country’s recent adoption of 5G network technology. Anyway, in the midst of all of this, Reliance Jio has unexpectedly introduced a new INR 749 prepaid plan across the nation. The new plan, which offers up to 90 days of validity, is available to all prepaid customers nationwide.

The new plan offers 180GB of total internet access, or up to 2GB each day, for the duration of the service. The plan also includes access to Jio apps like JioTV, JioCinema, JioCloud, and JioSecurity, as well as unlimited phone and SMS services. The plan will be valid for 90 days after the activation or recharge date. In essence, the telecom provider took its current INR 719 plan and increased its validity to 90 days; as a result, the cost increased to INR 749. The recently unveiled plan appears to be relatively cost-effective.

So that’s all there is to say about Reliance Jio’s recently unveiled prepaid plan. The plan is now active in the country, and customers can recharge their phone numbers with the brand-new plan through any authorised partner or store. Depending on the telecom operator, the new plan will be activated after recharging in a matter of seconds or it may take a little longer. What do you think of the new plan? Please tell us in the comments section.

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Nubia Z50 Smartphone Goes On Sale In China; Price Starts At 2,999 Yuan ($430)

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Jeet

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Dec 23, 2022

A few days ago, ZTE-backed Nubia announced its new Z-series smartphone — Nubia Z50 and soon after that, the company also started taking pre-orders for the device in China.

Now, the Nubia Z50 smartphone is officially available for purchase in the Chinese market. Those who pre-ordered the smartphone will get a one-year extended warranty, six months of broken screen insurance, and unlimited battery replacement for one year.

The base model of the Nubia Z50 with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at 2,999 yuan (~$430), while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model cost 3,399 yuan (~$487). The 12GB RAM and 256GB model has a price tag of 3,699 yuan (~$530), while the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage model is priced at 3,999 yuan (~$573).

There’s also a top-end model in the lineup with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage that carries a price tag of 5,999 yuan, which roughly converts to $859. It smartphone is being offered in three color options — White, Black, and Green Leather.

As for the specifications, the Nubia Z50 features a 6.67-inch curved AMOLED Full HD+ display with a screen resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, 10-bit color depth, and up to a 144Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, coupled with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

In the camera department, there’s a dual-camera setup on the back that features a 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 primary camera sensor with f/1.6 aperture and OIS support and a 50-megapixel Samsung S5KJN1 sensor with a 116° ultra-wide lens and autofocus support for macro shots. On the front side, the phone features a 16-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The smartphone runs the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own MyOS 13 custom interface on top. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging.

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Google Pixel roadmap leaks revealing company’s upcoming phones until 2025

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 23, 2022

Google has finally started picking up some steam with its recent Pixel smartphones. Although it was a buggy mess, the Pixel 6 series became the most-sold smartphone by the brand. And from the looks of it, the Pixel 7 series will likely overtake it soon.

Leaks have already surfaced regarding the Pixel 7a and Pixel 8 series, however, Android authority has just dropped the mother of all leaks in a report that reveals all the smartphones Google has planned to launch from 2023 to 2025.

Starting off in 2023, Google is said to launch the Pixel 7a (codename “lynx”) and the Pixel Fold (codename “felix”) at the Google I/O in the month of April or May. The Pixel 7a is a highly anticipated mid-range smartphone that is rumored to improve on the shortcomings of the Pixel 6a (90hz display instead of 60). On the topic of the Pixel 6a, the smartphone has beaten the Pixel 7 Pro as well as the iPhone 14 Pro to win the best smartphone camera in MKBHD’s blind camera test.

Later in 2023, Google will launch the Pixel 8 series. The vanilla model will be slightly smaller than the Pixel 7, while the Pixel 8 Pro will be the same size as the Pixel 7 Pro. Other than new Tensor G3 chipsets, the Pixel 8 series is expected to be quite similar to the Pixel 7 series in terms of specs.

The Pixel 8a is scheduled to launch in 2024, however, depending on how well the Pixel 7a sells, that plan may be abandoned in favor of a Pixel a series launch cycle every two years. Expect the Pixel 8a to cost $499 when it finally launches, $50 more than its predecessor.

Three models will make up the Pixel 9 series: the Pixel 9 (which is anticipated to maintain the smaller size of the Pixel 8), the Pixel 9 Pro (with a screen about 6.7″ in size), and a third Pro-level model with a 6.3″ screen and all the features of the larger Pro. The premise is that Google will imitate Apple; consider the new 6.3-inch phone to be the company’s iPhone Pro, while the 6.7-inch model is the Pro Max. Of course, the Tensor G4 SoC will be included in all three of these new devices.

In 2024, there will also be a brand-new foldable, albeit little is currently known about it.

Depending on how effective (or unsuccessful) its strategy for 2023 and 2024 proves to be, the corporation may choose other paths for 2025. If the flip-style foldable Google is “toying” with becomes a reality, it will debut in the fall of 2025 alongside the three slab Pixels of that year (there will still be three of them like in 2024).

If the flip phone doesn’t materialize, though, we’ll see four non-folding Pixels instead, including a standard model in small and large sizes and a Pro variant in both sizes.

All of this info, it is said, has undergone a rigorous review and comes from a reliable source.

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Oppo Reno 9, 9 Pro, Find N2 Flip Coming Soon to India, Here’s the Leaked Launch Timeframe

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 23, 2022

In November this year, the Oppo Reno 9 series made its debut in China, and this month saw the arrival of the Find N2 and Find N2 Flip foldable phones in the home market. A recent leak claimed that the Find N2 Flip will be released on the global market in 2023. A new report by Pricebaba has revealed the launch timeframe of the Reno 9 series as well as Find N2 Flip for the Indian market.

According to the publication, Oppo has started testing the Reno 9, Reno 9 Pro, and Find N2 Flip in India. The report also states that the three devices should make their debut in India by the end of Q1.

Unfortunately, the report does not say anything about the specifications of the Reno 9, 9 Pro, and N2 Flip for the Indian market. The specifications of their Chinese editions are known since they are already available for purchase in China.

The Reno 9 series has the Reno 9 Pro+, which is powered by the low-frequency version of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. At present, there is no evidence on whether the Reno 9 Pro+ as well as the Find N2 will be made available in markets outside of China.

The Reno 8 featured the Dimensity 1300, while the Reno 9 is equipped with the Snapdragon 778G. We found it be a boring phone as it offers little to no upgrades over the Reno 8. Hence, it remains to be seen whether the same device will be heading to India.

Samsung is the only brand offering a clamshell phone with a foldable display in markets outside of China. The Huawei P50 Pocket flip phone with foldable screen is also available outside of China. However, its availability is limited to Europe. Hence, the OPPO Find N2 Flip, which is expected to get a wider release, will be a major rival for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 or the Galaxy Z Flip 5, which is expected to release in August 2023. The N2 Flip is likely to be priced lower than Samsung’s Z Flip.

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Redmi K60 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Scores 1.35 Million on AnTuTu, Redmi K60 Gaming Officially Cancelled

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 23, 2022

Redmi has officially confirmed today that the Redmi K60 series will debut on Dec. 27. It also revealed that the Redmi K60 Pro will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. In addition, the company also confirmed that there will be no “e-sports edition” in the K60 family. In other words, the company will not be launching the rumored gaming-focused Redmi K60 Gaming in 2023.

Redmi said that the K60 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 onboard will not only come equipped with a flagship configuration but also with e-sports performance. The company added that it will offer ruthless performance and will be stacked against other flagship phones launching in 2023.

Redmi says that the Redmi K60 Pro’s image quality and frame quality will be better than those of gaming phones because it has a self-developed tuning engine. It will also offer a richer flagship performance. The company confirmed that the K60 Pro scored 1,350,526 points on AnTuTu benchmarks.

Hence, there is no need for a dedicated gaming-focused smartphone. The K60 Pro will be replacing the Redmi K60 Gaming Edition. Here are the rumored specifications of the Redmi K60 Pro.

Redmi K60 Pro specifications

The Redmi K60 Pro will feature an OLED panel that offers a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered phone will arrive with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging and 30W wireless charging.

The device will be preloaded with an MIUI 14-based Android 13 OS. For photography, it may feature a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera. It will have an under-display fingerprint scanner.

The Redmi K60e is already confirmed to feature the Dimensity 8200. The K60 is likely to feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. There is a possibility that the K60 will be rebranded as the POCO F5 5G in markets outside of China.

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Here’s the First Look at Redmi K60 Series, Launch Date Confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 23, 2022

Yesterday, Redmi released a Weibo post to say that it will be arriving as a 2023 New Year’s gift, which suggests that it will launch in the next few days in the home market. Today, the company confirmed that the Redmi K60 will debut on Dec. 27 at 7pm (local time). It also rolled out a poster to give a first look at its design.

It’s not clear which of the three phones Redmi showed in the poster below. There is a possibility that the K60e, K60, and K60 Pro may sport a similar rear design.

The poster reveals that the Redmi K60 series has a rectangle-shaped camera module with three cameras and a pill-shaped LED flash unit inside. On the top, it seems to feature a microphone, an IR blaster, and a speaker grille. The device has a textured design on the back.

Redmi also confirmed today that the Redmi k60 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Earlier this month, it was revealed that the Redmi K60e will have the Dimensity 8200 chipset onboard. It can be said based on recent rumors that the Redmi K60 will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset.

Rumors are rife that the Redmi K60 will be rebranded as the POCO F5 5G in the global market. In recent weeks, three Redmi phones with model numbers, such as 22127RK46C, 22122RK93C, and 23013RK75C have been certified by the 3C authority of China. These devices are said to be the Redmi K60e, K60, and K60 Pro. The 3C certifications have revealed that the K60e will support 120W fast charging, whereas the other two will offer 67W fast charging.

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iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition Launch Date Confirmed, Everything Known So Far

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 23, 2022

So far, the iQOO Neo 7-series has two models, such as the iQOO Neo 7 and the iQOO Neo 7 SE, for the Chinese market. Several reports have claimed that the company is working on a third model called the iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition. Today, the company confirmed that the Racing Edition model will be unveiled at 7:00 pm (local time) on Dec. 29 in China.

The iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition launch date poster released by the brand also confirmed that it will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. To recall, the iQOO Neo 7 features the Dimensity 9000 Plus chipset, whereas the Neo 7 SE has the Dimensity 8200 SoC onboard.

Recently, a Vivo phone with model number V2232A was spotted on Chinese certification platforms. Speculations are rife that the V2232A will debut with the iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition moniker in the Chinese market.

iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition specifications (rumored)

The iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition’s TENAA appearance has revealed that it has a 6.78-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. Rumors have claimed that it supports up to a refresh rate of 120Hz. The device will ship with Android 13 OS and the OriginOS 3 UI on top.

iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition TENAA_ — iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition TENAA images

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1-powered iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition will come equipped with 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of internal storage. It will house a 5,000mAh dual-cell battery with 120W fast charging.

The Neo 7 Racing Edition has a 16-megapixel selfie camera. On the back, it has a 50-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit. Other features of the Racing Edition model include, 5G, an IR blaster, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

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OPPO Find N2 Foldable Smartphone Goes On Sale In China; Price Starts At 7,999 Yuan ($1,145)

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Jeet

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Dec 23, 2022

OPPO recently announced two of its latest flagship smartphones in the market, dubbed OPPO Find N2 and Find N2 Flip, both of which are foldable smartphones from the brand.

Now, the OPPO Find N2 is finally available for purchase in the Chinese market. The base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at 7,999 yuan (~$1,145), while the top-end model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage costs 8,999 yuan (~$1,288).

Coming to the specifications, the OPPO Find N2 features a 7.1-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED primary display that offers a 1920 x 1792 pixels screen resolution, while the outer panel is a 5.54-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ screen resolution. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, coupled with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of internal storage.

In the camera department, the triple-camera setup at the back features a 50MP primary Sony IMX890 sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide angle lens, and a 32MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom. On the front side, the device has a 32MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling. It also packs MariSilicon X proprietary ISP, which is co-developed with Hasselblad.

The smartphone runs the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own ColorOS 13 custom interface on top. It is powered by a 4,520mAh battery which supports 67W fast charging.

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Xiaomi 13 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Dec 22, 2022

The Xiaomi 13 Pro is ready to rival the best 2023 Android flagships with top-tier specifications, including an amazing display, a top-notch hardware department, and even an outstanding camera setup. But will it be enough to compete with the latest and most powerful iPhones? Xiaomi is not a brand of affordable phones anymore, so the answer is yes. But which of the two brands is actually the best for you and for all of those who have a high budget available? We will try to let you find out through this comparison between the main specifications of the Xiaomi 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro. All the things said in this comparison about the iPhone are also valid for the iPhone 14 Pro Max, with the exception of the display and the battery, which are bigger on the Pro Max variant.

Xiaomi 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro

	Xiaomi 13 Pro	Apple iPhone 14 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	162.9 x 74.6 x 8.4 mm, 210 g	147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm, 206 g
DISPLAY	6.73 inches, 1440 x 3200 pixels (Quad HD+), OLED	6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels (Full HD+), Super Retina XDR OLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, octa-core 3.2 GHz	Apple A16 Bionic, octa-core 3.46 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 256 GB – 6 GB RAM, 512 GB – 6 GB RAM, 1 TB
SOFTWARE	Android 13, MIUI	iOS 16
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 50.3 + 50 + 50 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.0 + f/2.2 32 MP front camera	Triple 48 + 12 + 12 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.8 + f/2.2 Dual 12 MP + SL 3D f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	4820 mAh, fast charging 120W and fast wireless charging 50W	3200 mAh, Fast Charging, fast wireless charging 15W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	5G, dual SIM, IP68 certification, reverse wireless charging 10W	5G, optional dual SIM, eSIM, IP68 waterproof, reverse wireless charging, MagSafe, Face ID

Design

The iPhone 14 Pro has a very iconic design. It is the first iPhone to get rid of that ugly notch we are seeing on Apple devices since the iPhone X. Instead of the notch, it brings the Dynamic Island which is essentially a pill-shaped punch hole also acting as a secondary display to show key information. Further, the iPhone 14 Pro has great build quality: it is made with a glass back and a stainless steel frame, and it comes with better water resistance. With its IP68 certification, it can go underwater up to 6 meters deep without damage. However, the Xiaomi 13 Pro remains a device with a great design. It has a curved screen at the sides, it comes in a special color option with a rear side made of ceramic, and it is one of the first waterproof Xiaomi phones with the IP68 certification.

Display

On the paper, the display of the Xiaomi 13 Pro looks better than the one found on the iPhone 14 Pro. But if you dig deeper, you will discover that the iPhone 14 Pro has outstanding color reproduction, so it is a very valid display. However, we will list the display specifications of the Xiaomi 13 Pro because they look more impressive. It has a wider panel with a diagonal of 6.73 inches able to show up to one billion colors with OLED technology, a Quad HD+ resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision support, LTPO technology, HDR10+ certification, and an in-display fingerprint reader. The iPhone 14 Pro has a Super Retina XDR OLED display with a diagonal of 6.1 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1179 x 2556 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10 certification, and Dolby Vision support.

Specs & Software

The hardware department is definitely better on the Xiaomi 13 Pro, however, due to the amazing optimization of the iOS operating system, the iPhone 14 Pro is actually at the same level as the Xiaomi 13 Pro. The new Xiaomi flagship is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of UFS 4.0 native storage. The iPhone 14 Pro is fueled by the Apple A16 Bionic chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of native storage. Here, the internal storage makes the difference. Naturally, the operating systems are different: Android 13 (customized by MIUI 14) and iOS 16, respectively.

Camera

The Xiaomi 13 Pro is definitely one of the most impressive camera phones ever released and it looks more interesting than the iPhone 14 Pro. It has a triple rear camera co-engineered with Leica and includes a 50.3 MP main sensor with OIS, a 50 MP telephoto camera with 3.2x optical zoom, and a 50 MP ultrawide sensor. The main sensor is a huge 1-inch Sony IMX989.

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Battery

The Xiaomi 13 Pro has a much bigger battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh, but the iPhone 14 Pro is able to guarantee a not so different battery life thanks to iOS optimization. However, the Xiaomi 13 Pro charges a lot quicker thanks to 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging.

Price

You need at least $900 or €850 to purchase the Xiaomi 13 Pro, while the iPhone 14 Pro starts from $1,000 or €950 (prices vary depending on the market). Which one would you pick?

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Xiaomi 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi 13 Pro

PRO

Faster charging
Bigger battery
Amazing cameras
UFS 4.0 storage

CONS

Nothing particular

Apple iPhone 14 Pro

PRO

Faster and longer updates
eSIM
UWB support
MagSafe
Better water resistant

CONS

Slower charging
Price

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TCL has released the small Blue Wing III fresh air conditioner 1.5HP in China. The air conditioner is equipped with a two-way air replacement mechanism for maximum fresh air in the room. The Blue Wing III is rated 1.5HP and comes with a unique little blue wing at the top of the indoor unit.

The Blue Wing III fresh air conditioner uses breathable fresh air technology and it can switch between four modes. It has breathing, fresh air suction, exhaust, and internal circulation modes. In terms of their volumes, the fresh air generated lies between 30 and 60 cubic meters/ hour. The air conditioner has a little blue wing that can be raised with a single button. The air conditioner is energy-efficient with a cooling capacity of 3500W and a heating capacity of 5010W.

The Blue Wing III fresh air conditioner has an external unit with large fan blades with an increased air volume output. The large fan blades have a diameter of 442mm, delivering a 20% improvement in air volume and a 14% increase in heating performance. The air conditioner does not require the drilling of double holes in the wall and it can be controlled via its companion TCL app. The indoor unit of the air conditioner has dimensions of 907 x 209 x 315mm while the outdoor unit is 795 x 305 x 550mm.

The TCL Blue Wing III fresh air conditioner is now available for pre-sale in China. The starting retail price for the 1.5HP energy-efficient air conditioner is 3,499 yuan (~$501). It is available for pre-order on e-commerce platforms like Jingdong in China. There are no indications of the global availability and pricing of the air conditioner at this time.

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The Realme UI 4.0 update for the Realme 9 Pro is rolling out with the firmware version RMX3471_11.C.08. Oddly, the Realme 9i 5G is also receiving the update with the same firmware version. It’s possible the company made a typo while publishing the announcement.

The brand says in order to maintain the stability of the update, it will be rolled out in a staged manner. Initially, the software will be randomly pushed out to a total of 15% of users and the broader release will commence by end of December if no critical bugs are found.

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Realme says the device may take longer to boot for the first time after updating, especially if it has many third-party applications installed.

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It has been reported that the global Moto G53 will arrive with a new Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC instead of the Snapdragon 480+ chip that was seen in the Chinese version. SD 4 Gen 1 is Qualcomm’s latest 6nm processor for next-gen budget 5G phones.

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The smartphone may also feature a better display. It could have a 6.6-inch OLED panel that produces an FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The Chinese Mote G53 sports a 6.5-inch LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 720 x 1600 pixels resolution. The device is said to pack up to 6GB RAM and 128GB onboard storage.

Moto G53 debuted in China with a dual rear camera setup, comprising a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. However, the global version is rumored to sport three cameras in the back with a 50MP main shooter, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro unit. For selfies, it may have a 16MP sensor on the front.

Fueled by a 5,000mAh battery, the handset may support turbo charging. In terms of software, the device will likely run Android 13 with MyUI skin on top. The pricing of the Global Moto G53 is yet to be revealed. For reference, the Chinese version is priced at 899 Yuan (~$129) for the base 4GB+128GB edition.

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The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A54 5G has visited the Bluetooth SIG certification site with the model number SM-A546V. As mentioned, the listing reaffirms the marketing name of the smartphone and also reveals that it will support Bluetooth v5.3. It also hints that the smartphone may launch very soon.

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