Honor Pad V8 Pro Display Features Teased Officially

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Dec 21, 2022

The Honor Pad V8 Pro is set to launch in China on December 26. It is a premium tablet and will debut as the successor of the Honor Pad V7 Pro.

The brand has been teasing the features of this device for the last few days. Today’s teasers talk about the product’s display. Let’s check them out.

According to Honor, the forthcoming Honor Pad V8 Pro will flaunt a display with a 2.5K resolution. The panel will offer protection for eye fatigue. Most importantly, the product will be the world’s first large-screen tablet to offer a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate.

As per the product listing for reservations, the tablet’s display will measure 12.1 inches. It will not sport a notch like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra as the front-facing camera will be located on the side bezel.

As per previous teasers, the device will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset. Once again, a first for a tablet. Similarly, it will be also the first tablet to debut with Android 13 as it will boot MagicOS 7.0.

In fact, Honor has been teasing this product to arrive with six firsts on a tablet. As the brand has now revealed the first three, we are looking forward to learning about the remaining three.

That said, as per earlier leaks and teasers, the Honor Pad V8 Pro will carry support for 33W fast wired charging. It will be available in two colors and will feature a magnetic pogo connector for the official keyboard accessory.

Red Magic 8 Pro Series Official Images Reveal Design, Display Details Teased

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 21, 2022

Red Magic 8 Pro series is confirmed to launch in China on December 26th at 3 pm local time. The lineup will include the Pro and Pro+ variants. The upcoming offerings will arrive as the successor to the Red Magic 7 Pro series. The brand has started teasing key features of smartphones on the microblogging platform Weibo. The official images have also been released earlier today giving us a look at the devices.

Right off the bat, the Red Magic 8 Pro series has a boxy form factor. The left side seems to have a volume rocker and power key whereas the right edge of the smartphone has gaming-centric buttons including a Red-colour slider. The back panel has vertically stacked triple rear camera sensors in a pill-shaped module. There is a Red Magic branding on the middle left side and a logo at the bottom of the back panel. The Red Magic 8 Pro series is also teased to come in a transparent back panel with kevlar-like pattern but we don’t know much about it yet.

On the front, the upcoming smartphones have nearly zero bezels and no cutout for the front camera. The Red Magic 8 Pro is touted to offer a 93.7 percent screen-to-body ratio. It will come with an under-display camera. The smartphones are confirmed to feature a 120Hz refresh rate. In terms of audio, the Red Magic 8 Pro will be equipped with ultra-linear dual stereo speakers. The devices will feature Snapdragon sound, 96kHz lossless audio, and 48ms low latency.

The Red Magic 8 Pro series is confirmed to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor under the hood. Apart from the aforementioned information, both the Pro and Pro+ variants are expected to come with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. The former will reportedly be backed by a 5,000mAh cell whereas the Pro+ will be powered by a 6,000mAh unit with support for 165W charging.

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Here’s How to Watch Vivo S16 series Launch event

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Sean

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Dec 21, 2022

The Vivo S16 series launch is just around the corner. The new lineup of smartphones will include the base S16, the top end S16 Pro, and an entry level S16e. So here’s how to watch the livestream of the announcement.

Talking about the devices first, the S16 series consist of three different models that feature different sets of specifications and features. The based model sports a 6.78 inch AMOLED display that has a 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. Under the hood, it houses the Snapdragon 870 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. The rear packs a 64 megapixel triple camera setup while the front houses a 50 megapixel selfie camera. This model will also be powered by a 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 66W fast charging.

On the other hand, the higher end Vivo S16 Pro will feature the Dimensity 8200 SoC but will have a similarly sized display that also offers 120Hz refresh rate and an AMOLED panel. The selfie camera is also a similar 50 megapixel shooter, while the rear features a 50 megapixel triple camera setup comprising of different sensors. It is also powered by a 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 66W fast charging. Lastly, the entry level variant of the series, the S16e, will feature a smaller 6.62 inch AMOLED display that offers 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution.

The front houses a 16 megapixel selfie camera while the rear feature 50 megapixel triple camera setup. Similar to the other two models, the S16e will also be powered by a 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 66W fast charging. So for those interested in watching the announcement of these devices live, you can tune into the smartphone maker’s official Weibo (a Chinese microblogging website) handle for the online livestream.

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iReader Smart Air Pro With Improved Processor, Storage Launched

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 21, 2022

Recently, Palm Reading released the Smart Air e-book in China. Now, a new e-note device has debuted in the country. It is dubbed iReader Smart Air Pro. As the name suggests, it is a digital notebook device. The latest offing has the same display as the Smart Air but packs better hardware under the hood. Read on to know what the Smart Air Pro offers out of the box.

The iReader Smart Air Pro features a 8-inch display with 300 ppi pixel density. It adopts E Ink Carta 1200 display panel. iReader says that the contrast ratio is improved by 15 percent and the refresh rate by 22 percent. The screen surface etching process is said to be upgraded to improve the writing friction and offer a real paper-like writing experience. The Smart Air Pro supports a stylus pen with 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity. The device can be used for reading, taking notes, scribbling, and more.

Dimension-wise, the iReader Smart Air Pro measures 6.3mm in thinness and is lightweight at 225 grams.

Under the hood, the iReader Smart Air Pro is equipped with a quad-core processor compared to the dual-core SoC on the Smart Air. The latest offering also packs double the storage compared to the previous model i.e. 12GB. The device is backed by a 2,400mAh battery unit that is claimed to offer 75 hours of usage. Connectivity options on the Smart Air Pro include a dual-band USB-C port, WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0.

The iReader Smart Air Pro carries a price tag of RMB 2,199 (~$315). It is up for pre-order in China via JingDong.

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Honor 80 GT Tipped to Feature 54MP Camera, 120Hz OLED Display, and More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Dec 21, 2022

The Honor 80 GT is scheduled to launch in China on December 26. It will be accompanied by Honor Pad V8 Pro. Ahead of their announcement, the brand has been teasing the features of these two products. At the same time, leaks have also been revealing details about them.

Let’s check out what the official teasers and leaks have to say about the upcoming Honor 80 GT so far.

The Honor 80 GT will differ in design compared to the regular Honor 80 models. As per Digital Chat Station, it will feature a plastic frame to keep the cost low.

Further, the device will feature a 54MP Sony IMX800 primary camera, which was used in the Honor 70 series from earlier this year. It will arrive with 66W fast charging support, which was even revealed by 3C a few days back.

The tipster also discloses that the phone will sport a centered punch-hole OLED display. This flat screen will offer FHD+ resolution and up to a 120Hz refresh rate.

On the other hand, the official teasers have revealed the design of the Honor 80 GT. The handset will arrive in two colors and a special edition.

The brand has also confirmed the presence of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. The device may boot the Android 13-based MagicOS 7 software.

Last but not least, Digital Chat Station suggests that the smartphone could retail at around ¥3,000. If this happens to be true, then the Honor 80 GT could be one of the best flagship killer smartphones.

We are looking to learn more about this product in the coming days. Until then, let us know your thoughts on it in the comment section below.

Google Data Centers used over 15 billion liters of water across the globe in 2021

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Sean

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Dec 21, 2022

Google has apparently used billion of liters of water last year alone. The company’s immense water usage was due to the high requirements for its data centers that are situated across the globe. So here are all the details.

A new report has revealed that the Search Engine giant used more than 15 billion liters of water in 2021 across various data centers globally. In the US alone, the company was responsible for using over 80 percent of the 15 billion liters of overall water usage. The news arrives from media outlet The Oregonian who had challenged the city of Dallas, Oregon to reveal how much water was being consumed by a single Google data center in the region.

This dispute lasted for a bit longer than a year and the city eventually revealed that the company was using around 1.25 billion liters of water in the area in 2021 alone. Following this legal battle, the city also promised to make such data more readily available in the future. The report further added that the facilities had almost tripled their usage of water within five years. It was also revealed that the data center was using over a quarter of the city’s total water supply.

As per Google’s official claims, this water consumption is similar to that of 29 golf courses in the US. It doesn’t end there since this large figure does not include the sea water that is also used by these data centers in the country. As of right now, various regions are facing the issues of data centers using massive amounts of water for their operations and are working on setting up rigid regulations to govern such large volumes of consumption.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Bags BIS, NBTC Certifications, Galaxy S23 Global Spotted on Geekbench

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 21, 2022

Samsung Galaxy S23 series is getting closer to its launch. Rumors are rife that the S23 lineup will debut at some point in February 2023. Ahead of the expected launch, the Galaxy S23 Ultra has been spotted at certification platforms like India’s BIS and Thailand’s NBTC. At the same time, the global edition of the Galaxy S23 has surfaced on Geekbench.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra with model number SM-S918B/DS has been certified by BIS and NBTC authorities. These certifications have no information on the main specs of the device. In recent weeks, the handset has also been spotted on other certification platforms, such as the FCC, 3C, and TENAA.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra BIS — Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra NBTC

The TENAA listing of the S23 Ultra has revealed almost everything about the device. As compared to the Galaxy S22 Ultra, the S23 Ultra will offer improvements in departments like the selfie camera, primary rear camera, and the chipset.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. On the front, it will be fitted with a new 12-megapixel selfie camera and a 200-megapixel ISOCELL HP2 camera, which has never been used on a 200-megapixel camera phone before.

In October, the Galaxy S23 with model number SM-S911U was spotted on Geekbench. The model number belongs to the Galaxy S23’s unlocked model heading to the US. Now, the global variant of the S23 with the SM-S911B has surfaced on Geekbench with 578 points in the single-core test and 2118 points in the multi-core test. The Geekbench listing reveals that the device has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 12 GB of RAM, and Android 13 OS.

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MediaTek Once Again Leads the Competitive Smartphone Chipset Market

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 21, 2022

Competition in the smartphone chipset market is fierce, as companies strive to be leaders in performance and market share. Qualcomm and Apple are currently the frontrunners in terms of power, but MediaTek still holds the market share lead, according to data from COUNTERPOINT’s Global Smartphone Application Processor (AP) Market Share research. Here are the details…

MediaTek maintains market share lead as Qualcomm and Apple lead in Power in the smartphone chipset market

MediaTek has maintained a steady market share of around 35-40% in recent quarters, thanks to the success of its Dimensity 9200 SoC in the premium segment and partnerships with major Chinese OEMs like Vivo and Oppo. However, the overall market is expected to slow in Q4 2022 due to order cuts from major Chinese OEMs, ongoing customer inventory adjustments, global macroeconomic conditions, and the weak China market.

Qualcomm has seen a slight increase in market share, with 27% in Q3 2021 and 31% in Q3 2022. The company’s Snapdragon chipsets are highly regarded in the premium segment, and Qualcomm has recently announced a partnership with Samsung for the Galaxy S23 family. However, Qualcomm’s market share is expected to decline in Q4 2022 due to global macroeconomic conditions, a slowdown in consumer product purchases, and weak demand from Chinese OEMs.

Apple‘s market share saw a significant boost in Q4 2021 and Q2 2022, due to the launch of the new iPhone 14 pro and its variants with the A16 bionic chipset. The Pro models have been particularly successful, and there have been some issues with manufacturing in China due to the resurgence of COVID-19. As a result, Apple’s chipset shipments are expected to increase in Q4 2022. (Note: Totals may not add up due to rounding.)

Global Smartphone Chipset Market Share (Q2 2021 – Q3 2022)
Brands	Q2 2021	Q3 2021	Q4 2021	Q1 2022	Q2 2022	Q3 2022
Mediatek	42%	40%	35%	36%	38%	35%
Qualcomm	26%	27%	29%	33%	29%	31%
Apple	14%	15%	20%	14%	13%	16%
UNISOC	9%	10%	11%	11%	11%	10%
Samsung	5%	5%	4%	5%	8%	7%
HiSilicon (Huawei)	3%	2%	1%	1%	0%	0%

Source: Global Smartphone AP-SoC Shipments & Forecast Tracker by Model – Q3 2022

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Select Oppo Phones To Get 4 Android Updates Going Forward

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Dec 21, 2022

At the end of last month, OnePlus made an announcement regarding the extension of software support for its select upcoming devices from 2023. A few weeks later, Oppo, the parent company of OnePlus, announces a similar thing.

We had been expecting Oppo to make the same announcement for its handsets since OnePlus phones now basically run the former’s ColorOS software. Let’s check out the new updated software policy from these two brands.

Oppo ColorOS 13 Hands-on Review — ColorOS 13 on Oppo Find X5 Pro

In a press release, Oppo reveals that it will be now providing up to 4 Android updates to select flagship smartphones from 2023. These devices will also receive security updates for up to 5 years.

Up until now, Oppo’s premium handsets were limited to 3 Android updates and 4 years of security updates. The new updated software policy is also applicable to OnePlus, which actually got to make the announcement first due to its popularity in global markets.

Thus, Oppo and OnePlus now tie with Samsung in terms of software support for their smartphones. As of now, these three brands offer longer support than Google and other leading Android OEMs.

Further, Oppo also discloses that it has delivered ColorOS 13 update to 33 devices globally in the last 4 months. It is currently the fastest rollout in the history of ColorOS. The company managed to push ColorOS 13 to 50% more devices when compared to ColorOS 12 during the same timeframe.

Similarly, since OnePlus phones now use ColorOS, the brand also witnessed the fastest rollout of the latest Android update to its devices in its history.

ColorOS has surely come a long way. Let us know your thoughts on Oppo’s Android-based mobile software in the comment section below.

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Redmi K60 Series’ Official Details May Appear by December End

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 21, 2022

Several reports have claimed that the Redmi K60 series will debut in Q1 2023 in China. However, the machine-translated text of a new Weibo post by tipster Digital Chat Station reads that “the Redmi K60 series will be seen at the end of this month.” Hence, there is a possibility that the official teaser of the K60 lineup may surface by the December end

It appears that Redmi has made some changes to the K60 series’ product positioning for the Chinese market. The Redmi K60E will be positioned like the Redmi K50 in China. The K60 will correspond to the Redmi K50 Pro, whereas the K60 Pro will be positioned as the K50 Gaming. To those who are unaware, Redmi General Manager Lu Weibing had earlier hinted this month that there will not be a Redmi K60 Gaming Edition phone.

The Redmi K60 lineup is likely to be positioned under the Xiaomi 13 lineup, which starts at 3,999 Yuan (~$573) in the home market. There is a possibility that the K60 lineup could be priced between 2,000 Yuan (~$287) and 4,000 Yuan (~$573).

Redmi K60 series specifications (rumored)

Reports have claimed that the Redmi K60E will arrive with an OLED display that offers a 1.5K resolution. It will arrive with the Dimensity 8200 chipset and a 5,500mAh battery. It will have a 48-megapixel Sony IMX582 primary camera.

The Redmi K60 and K60 Pro will feature an OLED panel that offers a 2K resolution. The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platforms, respectively, will power both phones. The latter may come equipped with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

The Redmi K60 may also pack a 5,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging, whereas the Pro model may feature a slightly smaller 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging. Both handsets will offer 30W wireless charging. The K60 will arrive with a 64-megapixel Sony IMX686 primary camera, while the Pro model may feature a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 main camera.

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Netflix, Disney+, & Prime Video password sharing may soon be illegal in the UK

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Sean

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Dec 21, 2022

Netflix and every other video streaming platforms online have had their users indulge in the process of password sharing. But it seems like this practice might soon be turning illegal in the UK, as per recent piracy guidelines.

According to a new report, the act of sharing passwords for Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video might soon be considered illegal in the UK. The news arrives from an update piracy guidelines that were shared by the British Intellectual Property Office. These stated that the “password sharing on streaming services,” which includes a number of the popular platforms like Disney+, can legally be considered as an act that breaks the copyright law.

TorrentFreak reached out to the UPO for more details regarding the legality of password sharing, and got the following response: “There are a range of provisions in criminal and civil law which may be applicable in the case of password sharing where the intent is to allow a user to access copyright protected works without payment. These provisions may include breach of contractual terms, fraud or secondary copyright infringement depending on the circumstances”

In simpler terms, if you share your password for the account on Netflix, Disney+, and even Amazon Prime Video, you can be legally prosecuted for fraud or for breaching the copyright’s law. Although this actually occurring in reality appears to be quite unlikely. This is all the information we have regarding this matter so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Paperlike U: The World’s First Curved Ink Screen Display with Wireless Connectivity

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 21, 2022

Beijing Dasung, a leading manufacturer of electronic ink displays, released the world’s first 25.3-inch curved ink screen display, Paperlike U. This product continues the top-level configuration of Paperlike 253, featuring a 3K ultra-high-definition resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio, making it ideal for use as a computer display. Here’s the details…

Paperlike U becomes World’s first curved ink display with wireless connection

Paperlike U has a curvature of 4000R, which is designed to be easy on the eyes. When you use the device, it provides a strong sense of immersion. In terms of appearance, Paperlike U has an all-aluminum body and weighs only 3.3kg, making it lighter than many gaming laptops. The device is also 8mm thin. The back of Paperlike U is made from a single piece of metal using a Unibody process, giving it a sleek and sturdy appearance.

Paperlike U is equipped with Dasung’s Turbo ink screen high-refresh technology, which has been refined over nine years of development. This technology allows the device to have a higher refresh rate and faster speed, making it comparable to LCD screens. The device can be used for a variety of purposes, including reading, web browsing, document editing, stock tracking, code writing, and even video watching and online classes.

In addition to its performance, Paperlike U also has a front light function that offers soft and uniform light. The device has three front-light modes: cold light, warm light, and mixed light. The color temperature and brightness can be adjusted to suit the user’s preference. When ambient light is sufficient, the front light can be completely turned off, allowing users to enjoy a comfortable eye protection experience day and night.

One of the most innovative features of Paperlike U is its wireless display function, which allows for ultra-low-latency display at ultra-long distances. This means that users can enjoy a clean desktop without the need for cables. Overall, Paperlike U is a good product that offers users a comfortable and immersive eye protection experience. It will be available for reservations starting December 12th at 10:00 AM, with a special discount for the first batch of orders.

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Dasung Link E-Ink is an external display that makes smartphone screens look like paper

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Sean

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Dec 21, 2022

Dasung has just launched an interesting new product in China. The device is the new Link E-Ink display, which is made for smartphones. While E-Ink isn’t exactly an exciting new product by any means, this device can project the smartphone’s display to look like paper or E-Ink to be exact.

The company has just announced the Link E-Ink, which it claims is the first of its kind in the world. This device sports a tall 6.7 inch E-Ink display and is available in two color options, namely Phantom Blue and Space Gray. The Link E-Ink is housed in a thin and light aluminum ally body that has a width of just 8mm. Furthermore, it adopts the CNC integrated engraving technology that enables it to output the E-Ink display from connected smartphones. Think of this device as an external display for smartphones.

When paired with a smartphone, the device can basically project the screen being displayed on the device on its own E-Ink panel. The Dasung Link sports a 6.7 inch E-Ink panel that has a 300ppi density. It does not emit light so it has no blue light, no strobe, and can even display screens of smartphones of different sizes and also supports iPhones as well. The link between the smartphone and the Link E-Ink display is high speed and has barely any latency between them. So one shouldn’t face any delays while using the external display.

Furthermore, it also supports being controlled directly or reversely from the partner phone itself. In other words, it functions as a regular smartphone once paired. There are also two variants of this device, one that connects it to the handset via a wired connection and another that supports wireless connection. The device is available for purchase on JD.com starting today (21st December 2022) and starts from 1,799 Yuan (roughly 258 US Dollars).

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Oppo Takes Over OnePlus’ After Sales Services in China

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Dec 21, 2022

A couple of days ago, OnePlus announced a strategic partnership with Oppo. As part of this partnership, OnePlus has now announced the integration of its services with OPPO Services. This move is aimed at improving the overall service level for OnePlus users and better meeting their service needs.

OnePlus integrating with Oppo services to improve user experience

OnePlus Services has announced that it will be integrating with Oppo Services at the end of this month. This move is aimed at improving the overall service level for OnePlus users and better meeting their service needs. Starting on December 31, 2022 at 18:00, Oppo Services will take over the after-sales service for OnePlus products.

This includes switching the service official website, hotline, online customer service, and social media platforms from OnePlus to Oppo. The WeChat applet for OnePlus will also be replaced by the Oppo Service applet, which can be accessed by searching for it and clicking on the OnePlus icon on the homepage.

OnePlus users will now be able to access nearly 1,000 Oppo-authorized service experience centers across the country for after-sales service for their products. These centers cover more than 90% of prefecture-level cities in the country. The integration of OnePlus and Oppo services follows the announcement by OnePlus founder Liu Zuohu on December 17 that the two companies had officially become dual brands.

Oppo will be investing 10 billion in OnePlus to help it develop and will open up its over 1,000 after-sales outlets to provide high-quality after-sales service to OnePlus users. Under this new strategy, both Oppo and OnePlus will be able to establish their own brand characteristics and launch differentiated products to meet the diverse needs of users.

Also as part of the integration of OnePlus Services with Oppo Services, the following changes will be made:

The service official website will switch from the OnePlus service official website to the Oppo service official website.
Online customer service for OnePlus will be switched to Oppo online customer service.
“OnePlus Service” Weibo and other social media accounts will be suspended. Users can instead follow the “Oppo Service” Weibo, “Oppo Service” WeChat official account, and other accounts for related service inquiries.
The “Oppo Service” applet will have a dedicated OnePlus page, which users can access by searching for and entering the homepage of the applet, clicking on the OnePlus icon, and using self-service-related functions.

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Lava X3 with Helio A22 SoC will go on sale starting December 27 in India

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 21, 2022

Yesterday, Lava started taking pre-orders for its recently released Lava X3 Pro budget-range smartphone. The device was launched in India last week. Now, the brand has finally revealed that the smartphone will be going on open sale starting December 27.

So, let’s take a look at its pricing, availability, specifications, and other details.

Lava X3 pricing & availabity

The Lava X3 costs Rs 6999 in India for the 3GB + 32GB variant. The smartphone will only be sold through Amazon beginning on December 27.

The Lava X3 is now up for pre-order on Amazon for those who can wait. Pre-orderers of the Lava phone will also receive a complimentary Lava Probuds N11 neckband, valued at Rs 2299.

Lava X3 specs & features

The Lava X3 has a 6.53-inch HD+ quality IPS LCD display. The lower chin is significant, and the top has a waterdrop notch. The pill-shaped camera module and the fingerprint reader are both located on the back panel. Optics on the device include an 8MP primary sensor, a VGA secondary lens, and an LED flash. There is a 5MP selfie camera on the front.

The quad-core Helio A22 processor powers the Lava X3. It includes 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal memory that can be upgraded with a microSD card. The smartphone has a 4,000mAh battery that can support 10W charging. Android 12 Go Edition is pre-installed on the gadget.

In terms of connectivity, the Lava X3 offers 4G VoLTE, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm headphone socket, Bluetooth, WiFi, and GPS.

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Apple M1 Mac PCs & Studio Display are now a part of its Self Repair program

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Sean

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Dec 21, 2022

Apple had launched a new self service repair program for some of its products a while back. Now, the company is expanding the scope of this program by adding a couple of new products into the supported list. So here are all the details.

The Cupertino based giant had just recently rolled out its self service repair program in the UK, which includes the likes of the iPhone 13, iPhone 12, and even iPhone SE. In the new updated list, owners of the M1 Mac mini, M1 iMac, Mac Studio, and Apple Studio Display can also join the self repair service. For those unaware, this basically allows you to gain access to genuine parts with repair manuals and even tools.

This program was made for those that would rather make fixes on their devices at their homes rather than taking it to any third party or official Apple Store. All one needs to do is rent the tools and buy all the relevant repair/replacement parts. Although one also needs to enter a code from the related manual at the checkout to show that you have actually read the document. Apple had first unveiled this service earlier this year and only included certain iPhone models in the US.

But this has since expanded to other regions and now also includes the Mac lineup of desktop PCs and more. According to Apple COO Jeff Williams “We believe the best technology for our customers and for the planet is technology that lasts, which is why we design our products to be durable and rarely require maintenance or repair. But when a repair is needed, we want customers to have many options for safe, reliable, and secure repair.”

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Samsung Releases Pokemon and Star Wars Cases and Straps for Latest Devices

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 21, 2022

Samsung is launching a range of Pokemon and Star Wars-themed cases and straps for the Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5, and Galaxy Buds. The Pokemon-themed cases and strap feature colorful designs inspired by the popular franchise and are priced at $49.99 each. Here’s the details…

Samsung launches Pokemon and Star Wars-themed cases and straps for Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5, and Galaxy Buds

Samsung is launching a range of Pokemon-themed cases and a strap for its latest devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5, and Galaxy Buds. These cases and strap will be available from December 26 in limited quantities on Samsung’s website. The Pokemon-themed cases for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Buds come in the same design and are priced at $49.99 each.

These cases feature colorful designs inspired by the popular Pokemon franchise and are sure to appeal to fans of the series. The cases are designed to protect the devices while also adding a touch of personality and style. In addition to the cases, there is also a Pokemon-themed strap available for the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5. This strap is priced at $49.99 and features a similar design to the cases, with colorful Pokemon-themed patterns.

The strap is made of high-quality leather and is designed to be comfortable to wear, as well as adding a touch of style to the watch. These Pokemon-themed cases and strap are a great way for fans of the franchise to show their love for Pokemon and add a touch of fun to their devices. They are also a perfect gift for any Pokemon fan in your life.

Samsung has also launched a range of Star Wars-themed cases and straps. The Star Wars-themed ring case for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 is priced at $39.99 and features orange and white colors with designs of stormtroopers, the Death Star, and Star Destroyers. This case is holiday-themed and is a great way to add some holiday cheer to your device. A holiday-themed Millenium Falcon strap is also available for $19.99 and features the iconic spacecraft from the Star Wars franchise.

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Xiaomi Pad 6 series leaks reveal powerful chipsets, up to 120Hz AMOLED display & more

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 21, 2022

Last year, Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi Pad 5 series of tablets in China, which later debuted in multiple markets around the globe. The series consists of three models in total – Xiaomi Pad 5, Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro, and Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4. The brand is rumored to be working on its next series of tablets, dubbed the Xiaomi Pad 6 series.

So far, a few rumors regarding the device have emerged on the internet, giving information on what specifications it could debut with. Now, Xiaomiui has published a new report after digging through the MIUI codes and has found two upcoming tablets with codenames pipa and liuqin.

According to reports, the pipa and liuqin will debut as the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro, respectively. The Xiaomi Pad 6 series tablets are anticipated to launch in the first half of 2023. However, China will be the only country where the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro will be released. The report also shared the specifications of these upcoming tablets, which you can check out below.

Xiaomi Pad 6 (Pipa) specs

According to Xiaomiui, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor will power the Xiaomi Pad 6. This is the same chipset that powers the current Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro as well as the Oppo Pad, Vivo Pad, and Lenovo Legion Tab Y700.

Compared to the Pad 5, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 will be a big improvement. For those who don’t know, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 CPU powers the Xiaomi Pad 5. Xiaomiui additionally states that the Xiaomi Pad 6 will be released in China, India, and other international regions, bearing model number M82. The Xiaomi Pad 6 is anticipated to have a 120Hz refresh rate display.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro (Liuqin) specs

According to rumors, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU will power the Xiaomi Pad 6. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is a powerful 4nm flagship-tier chipset from Qualcomm, which was recently succeeded by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. That being said, the inclusion of this chipset means that it will be among the most powerful android tablets on the market and will likely be quite popular with gamers due to the excellent GPU performance of the chipset. The report further claims that the device will feature a 120Hz AMOLED display with 1880 × 2880 pixel resolution.

This is the extent of information available on the device so far; however, we expect more details to emerge as we enter 2023, so stay tuned.

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Elon Musk: ‘I Will Resign as CEO’ of Twitter

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 21, 2022

Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has announced that he will resign from his position as CEO of Twitter. The decision comes after a poll in which 57% of respondents voted for Musk to step down from his role at the social media platform.

Elon Musk announces resignation as Twitter CEO following poll

Elon Musk has announced that he will step down as CEO of Twitter, following a poll in which 57% of respondents voted for him to resign. In a tweet, Musk stated that he will resign “as soon as I find someone foolish enough to take the job” and will instead focus on running the software and servers teams.

I will resign as CEO as soon as I find someone foolish enough to take the job! After that, I will just run the software & servers teams.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 21, 2022

Musk’s time as CEO of Twitter has been marked by a series of controversies and policy changes. Shortly after taking over the social media platform in October, Musk fired approximately half of Twitter’s staff and attempted to roll out a paid-for verification feature, which was eventually put on hold. The feature was relaunched last week.

Musk has also faced criticism from civil liberties groups for his approach to content moderation, with some accusing him of taking steps that will increase hate speech and misinformation on the platform.

On Friday, Musk was condemned by the United Nations and European Union over Twitter’s decision to suspend a number of journalists who cover the social media company. The UN tweeted that media freedom was “not a toy,” while the EU threatened Twitter with sanctions.

It remains to be seen who will replace Musk as CEO of Twitter. The billionaire CEO has a history of making and reversing decisions quickly, and it is possible that he may change his mind about stepping down in the future. In the meantime, Twitter users will be watching to see how the social media platform evolves under new leadership.

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Samsung Dragon Knight G7 32″ 4K 144 Hz gaming monitor with Tizen OS launched

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 21, 2022

A new gaming monitor from Samsung has been unveiled in China which is currently exclusive to the Chinese market. The game monitor, which is marketed as the Dragon Knight G7, is similar to the Odyssey series that the company also offers in other countries. The Dragon Knight G7 could debut as a 32-inch Samsung Odyssey monitor in other markets soon. Let’s take a look at its specs and features.

Samsung Dragon Knight G7 specs

The Dragon Knight G7 utilizes a 32-inch IPS display that outputs at UHD/4K, as seen in the image below (3,840 x 2,160). Furthermore, according to Samsung, the panel has a 95% DCI-P3 color space coverage rate, 1 ms reaction times (GtG), a 144 Hz refresh rate, and VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, which guarantees a minimum peak brightness of 400 nits.

For reducing image tearing with AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards, the Dragon Knight G7 supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC as well. The Dragon Knight G7 also uses Tizen OS, has an adjustable stand, and offers HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4 for video output.

Price & availability

The Dragon Knight G7 is offered by Samsung for CNY 4,999($717) via JD.com in China. Although there has been no indication of a global release, it wouldn’t surprise us if the Dragon Knight G7 appeared with the Odyssey branding at the CES 2023 convention the following month.

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