After rolling out stable One UI 5 to Galaxy A71 5G and a bunch of other devices, Samsung is now moving towards two new budget smartphones. The devices being updated are the Galaxy M32 5G and the Galaxy A12 Nacho. The new software is currently rolling out to users residing in Europe, it should reach other regions very soon.
The One UI 5 update for Galaxy M32 5G has firmware version M236BXXU1BVK5, and it brings all the new Android 13 features as well as the November security patch. The software is reported to be only available in several European countries at the moment, but it should extend to other markets in the coming days.
The affordable Galaxy A12 Nacho is also receiving the latest Android 13 update. The software comes with firmware version A127FXXU7CL2 and includes the November 2022 security patch instead of the December one. As of now, the update is rolling out in several European countries, including Poland and Russia.
Galaxy A12 Nacho receiving the latest update comes as a surprise since the device wasn’t mentioned in Samsung’s update plan. Regardless, the Korean OEM’s decision to make One UI 5 accessible early even for budget smartphones is quite impressive.
As usual, the software is being released in a phased manner, so it might take several days before it’s available for everyone. If you own the above-mentioned devices, you can manually check for the update by going to Settings, and selecting Software Update.
To recall, One UI 5 arrives with many visual changes and improvements. It features new notification icons and notification interfaces and also includes stackable widget support, Bixby Text Call, new multitasking gestures, and more.
Xiaomi recently unveiled its latest Android 13-based interface— MIUI 14— in China with a streamlined design and new features. One of the major highlights of the software is the new photon engine, which is claimed to speed up third-party apps. During the initial testing phase, the company limited this feature to a limited number of smartphones. However, now it has been confirmed that all the devices that will run MIUI 14 will support the photon engine. Here are the details.
Xiaomi recently took to Weibo to confirm that all models upgraded to MIUI 14 now support the photon engine. The company says due to the need for in-depth coordination of software and hardware, and a large amount of system architecture adjustments, it will be rolled out to eligible smartphones gradually in batches.
During the announcement, the firm revealed that the photon engine operates on the underlying Android kernel which can be accessed by third-party app developers. This will allow the devs to streamline their apps and improve the loading speed.
It is claimed to increase the fluency of third-party apps by up to 88%. In addition, the feature will reduce the power consumption of apps by up to 16%.
Other notable features of the MIUI 14 include customizable folders with large icons and new widget options with various shapes and sizes, automatic compression for less-used apps, and a toggle to turn off permanent notifications. In addition, MIUI 14 has been improved with MIUI Interconnection now accelerating earphone discovery by 50%, mobile TV connectivity by 13%, and image transmission during streaming by 77%.
The latest version of MIUI has not been announced for global users yet. We can expect the software to debut soon with a few omissions. Stick around for the updates.
The Tecno Phantom X2 and Phantom X2 Pro smartphones are expected to get up to Android 14 updates. The two flagships were released earlier this month but both came with Android 12 out of the box. Now the company seems to ramp up the profile of both smartphones with its plans for their OS upgrades.
The Phantom X2 lineup is guaranteed to get Android 13 and Android 14 updates, while a decision on Android 15 has not been made. Tecno says it will make a decision on Android 15 when Google seeds the final release of the software.
As of this time, there are no clear timelines for the updates to the Phantom X2 series. It is however expected that the Android 13 update should roll in sooner rather than later. This could further raise the profile of the Tecno Phantom X2 pair of smartphones.
Tecno has also pledged to ensure at least three years of maximum software support for the two models. That means that the Phantom X2 series will enjoy support up to 2025 at least.
As part of scaling up availability outside its home market, Tecno plans to make the Phantom X2 series available in other markets. Some of the countries include India, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, and Nigeria. Tecno currently services up to 70 markets globally and it has a large focus on emerging markets. Thus, the Phantom X2 lineup will first berth in the selected countries before spreading to other countries/ regions.
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a top-notch offer by Tecno. It has an eye-catching unibody design with ergonomic considerations. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC and it features a retractable portrait camera system.
The Phantom X2 Pro has a 6.80-inch AMOLED screen with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. Its large 5160mAh battery provides sufficient juice for the device for extended periods. The Phantom X2, on the other hand, comes with some decent features and capabilities.
The European Union has treated Apple quite harshly. Previously, they outlawed the sale of iPhones because the devices don’t come with charging adapters in the box. Later, a law mandating USB Type-C ports for all electronic equipment was passed by the Union, which indirectly hit Apple. A new online report asserts that the EU has ordered the Cupertino tech giant to permit third-party app stores and sideloading of software in their iPhones. The company is supposedly working on it right now.
Apple is only going to add sideloading support in Europe at first. If the company implements the new change on their iPhones, users would be able to download apps without using the App Store, which would eliminate the need for developers to pay Apple’s 15 to 30 per cent fees. According to Apple, sideloading will “undermine the privacy and security measures” that iPhone users depend on, making consumers more susceptible to viruses, swindles, data tracking, and other problems.
If additional countries enact legislation with a similar structure, alternative app stores might become accessible outside of the European Union. For instance, legislation mandating Apple’s approval of sideloading is being considered in the United States. The Digital Markets Act of the European Union, which came into effect on November 1, mandates that “gatekeeper” businesses make their platforms and services available to other businesses and developers. The DMA will have a significant impact on Apple’s platforms and may lead to significant changes to the App Store, Messages, FaceTime, Siri, and other services. Apple has until March 6, 2024, to respect to EU regulations.
According to Bloomberg, Apple is investing a “substantial amount of resources” to open up “critical aspects of Apple’s platforms,” with the help of its software engineering and services staff. The functionality will be available for iOS 17 in 2023, which would put Apple ahead of schedule. Some staff informed Bloomberg that there is a chance that these significant improvements may have an impact on the development of new features for iOS 17.
Apple is thinking about implementing security criteria like verification, a procedure for which it may charge a fee rather than just taking money from software sales, to safeguard customers from the abovementioned risks of sideloading. Users can browse apps outside of the Mac App Store while being safe thanks to Apple’s authentication system for Mac. The iPhones might also use a similar system.
Apple agreed to pay $50 million to settle a class-action lawsuit related to faulty butterfly keyboards that were used in MacBooks from 2015 to 2019. Emails about the settlement are now being sent to eligible MacBook Pro owners who may receive a payment.
MacBook Pro owners eligible for compensation in “Butterfly Keyboard” settlement
MacBook Pro owners with faulty butterfly keyboards will now be receiving emails about the $50 million settlement reached in a class-action lawsuit against Apple. The lawsuit, which dates back to 2018, was filed by a group of customers who claimed that Apple concealed the defect in the butterfly keyboards of their MacBooks in order to continue selling the machines. The butterfly keyboards, which were used in MacBooks between 2015 and 2019, were known for experiencing problems such as repeating keys, sticky keys, and full keyboard failures.
In June 2018, Apple launched a keyboard repair program for MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air models that covered four years after purchase. However, the program only replaced butterfly keyboards with another butterfly keyboard, rather than fixing the underlying issue. In response to the lawsuit, Apple agreed to pay $50 million to settle the case and offer compensation to affected customers.
MacBook Pro owners who had at least two topcase replacements from Apple within four years of purchase are considered Group 1 Settlement Class Members and will receive an automatic payment as well as an email about the settlement. Group 2 Settlement Class Members, who had a single topcase replacement, will need to submit a claim form to receive compensation.
Group 3 Settlement Class Members, who had a keycap replacement, can also submit a claim form to receive a small settlement. Monetary awards will be based on the number of repairs required, with amounts up to $395 provided to those who had two or more topcase replacements. In the mail it says:
“Dear MacBook Owner, You are receiving this email because you previously reached out to our firm regarding your MacBook laptop. On November 28, 2022, the Court granted preliminary approval of $50 million nationwide settlement that would benefit MacBook purchasers who had their “Butterfly” keyboard repaired. You can find more information about the settlement, eligibility, the approval process, and your options at (here).”
Claims will be accepted through March 6, 2023, and a final approval hearing will take place on March 16, 2023.
Earlier this month, OnePlus announced that it is partnering with popular keyboard maker KeyChron. Yesterday the brand revealed some key details about its first-ever mechanical keyboard. The company has also confirmed the availability of the PC accessory. It is a part of the OnePlus Featuring lineup. Read on to know what we know about the keyboard so far.
The OnePlus keyboard will feature an aluminium body for a premium experience. It is said to be meticulously crafted with ultra-precise CNC aluminium that guarantees a silky smooth feel. The upcoming PC accessory from the brand is confirmed to have a Double Gasket design ensuring a precisely calibrated and softer actuation paired with a satisfying sound. The keys are the most important element of a keyboard. OnePlus stated that the audible sound that we hear in mechanical keyboards is dampened while retaining a superior typing experience.
The OnePlus keyboard will pack customisable features including hot-swappable switches and flexible, open-source firmware. The former is said to offer fast and smooth changes of switches for unique personalisation. The open-source firmware will provide real-time control without reflashing firmware. With this, users can customise RGB lights and remap keys unlocking the keyboard’s full potential.
The OnePlus keyboard will serve as an all-in-one solution for users’ keyboard needs. It is designed to seamlessly work with Windows and Mac. The layout matches the MacBook keyboard. Additionally, the keyboard is also compatible with Linux.
OnePlus revealed that its first-ever keyboard will launch officially in February. The mass production will begin between March and May and it will go on sale from May 2023.
Zebronics has expanded its range of smart LED projectors in India. The latest offering is dubbed as ZEB-PixaPlay 17. It packs impressive specifications and is said to offer an immersive visual experience. The projector is aimed at home theatre aficionados. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box.
The Zebronics ZEB-PixaPlay 17 has a box-shaped form factor similar to other projectors in the market. It offers support for screen size up to 569cm and 1080p FHD display resolution. The projector features 6,000 lumens of light for exceptional details and vibrant colours. There is an autofocus and keystone adaption feature.
The ZEB-PixaPlay 17 is equipped with built-in speakers and features Dolby Atmos for an immersive sound experience. Users can also connect to another Zebronics speaker for a better sound. The projector comes with a ceiling mounting facility for ease of use.
The ZEB-PixaPlay 17 is powered by a quad-core processor. It packs 1GB RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. The device runs on Android 9 OS out of the box. The lamp in the projector is claimed to last for 30,000 hours. Users can put their favourite app on the projector and watch OTT content directly. There is also a Miracast feature.
The Zebronics ZEB-PixaPlay 17 features dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, two HDMI ports, two USB ports, and an AUX out. The projector also comes with a remote control for easier usage.
The Zebronics ZEB-PixaPlay 17 is priced at Rs 59,999 and can be purchased from Flipkart.
The competition in the smartphone market is increasing day by day, with a number of established brands vying for market share. Despite this intense competition, consumers are still willing to give new brands a chance, and one such brand that has gained significant popularity in recent years is Tecno.
Tecno: A rising star in the competitive smartphone market
Tecno was founded in 2006 as a subsidiary of Transsion Group, a Chinese multinational company specializing in mobile communication and consumer electronics. It initially focused on producing feature phones and basic mobile phones, but started producing smartphones in 2014. The Spark and CAMON smartphone lines were particularly successful, leading Tecno to open nearly 1,000 stores in Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2017, Tecno began expanding globally, entering markets in India, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe.
Tecno has experienced strong growth in recent years, with double-digit growth in many markets. It has consistently ranked in the top 10 in the global smartphone market since Q4 2020. Tecno’s success is due to its ability to take advantage of growth opportunities, such as the expansion of 4G technology, and its focus on vertical integration, which allows it to offer high-spec smartphones at competitive prices. The company has also implemented a “glocalization” strategy, which involves developing a strong research and development ecosystem to create international smartphone models that can be customized to meet regional needs.
This has helped Tecno deliver smartphones based on local consumer requirements and fulfill emerging markets’ demands faster. Tecno has seen particularly strong growth in emerging markets such as India, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe, and its parent company, Transsion Group, increased its R&D spending by 40% in Q2 2022, indicating a commitment to producing more sophisticated products for higher-value markets.
Tecno customized smartphones for markets and users
Tecno has adopted a strategy called “glocalization,” which involves building a strong R&D ecosystem to deliver international smartphone models that can be customized to meet regional-level needs and demands. This strategy has helped Tecno drive growth in various markets by tailoring its products to the specific needs and preferences of local consumers. For example, Tecno has customized its smartphone cameras to enhance men’s beards in South Asia, and has also customized its smartphones for women in the region by enhancing the appearance of moles.
These localizations allow Tecno to offer a more personalized and targeted product offering, which has helped drive its growth in emerging markets. Tecno has also focused on building strong local partnerships and distribution networks, which has helped it reach a wider customer base and expand its presence in these markets.
Tecno’s push into the premium smartphone market: The Phantom X2 and Beyond
Tecno is actively working to become a premium brand in the smartphone market and has been successfully moving up the price bands. Its PHANTOM and CAMON series are helping the company scale up the price-band ladder and appeal to consumers in the premium segment. This trend of consumers pivoting towards premium products has been aided by a variety of factors, such as low upfront value of the devices, trade-ins, and financial schemes like “buy now, pay later” and EMIs. As a result, Tecno is poised for further market share gains driven by its continuous push in the high-end segment.
Consumers in the premium segment have higher expectations for advanced features like advanced photography and videography, battery life, display, high-speed internet connectivity, and a console-like mobile gaming experience, and Tecno is focusing on these capabilities as it continues to innovate and expand its product offerings. The company is also moving regionally to ride the wave of demand for premium products, and its expansion into more premium products and focus on delivering great cameras has been central to this effort.
One of Tecno’s premium products is the Phantom X2 smartphone, which is part of the company’s PHANTOM series. The Phantom X2 boasts a number of impressive features that make it appealing to consumers in the premium segment. For example, it has a 6.6-inch full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, which provides a smooth and responsive experience when navigating the device. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor, which delivers fast and efficient performance, and it has a large 6GB of RAM, which allows for smooth multitasking.
The Phantom X2 also boasts a 64-megapixel triple camera system, which allows for stunning photography and videography. It has a 5,000mAh battery, which provides long-lasting battery life, and it supports fast charging, so you can quickly top up your battery on the go. Overall, the Phantom X2 is a feature-rich smartphone that is well-suited for consumers in the premium segment.
Back in August, Corsair unveiled the Xeneon Flex 45WQHD240 monitor during Gamescon 2022. After nearly four-months of initially introducing the monitor, the brand has finally started taking pre-orders in the US, UK, and other European regions.
The Xeneon FLEX 45WQHD240 costs $1,999.99 before taxes in the United States, with free shipping from Corsair. In the UK, the monitor will cost £2,099.99, or £1,679.99 excluding VAT. Corsair has not yet announced pricing for the Eurozone. While Corsair emphasizes that the Xeneon FLEX 45WQHD240 is limited in quantity, it has not confirmed how many monitors it has or plans to produce.
For those unaware, the Corsair Xeneon Flex 45WQHD240 gaming monitor has a bendable design, a refresh rate of 240Hz, and a response time of 0.03ms. Because of its bendable design, the monitor can function as a curved or flat display. It has a resolution of 1,440 pixels, AMD FreeSync Premium, and NVIDIA G-SYNC.
The Xenon Flex is the result of a partnership between Corsair and LG. The model features a 45-inch LG W-OLED panel with a maximum brightness of 1,000 nits. The new monster gaming monitor has a contrast ratio of 1.35 million:1, which is typical of an OLED display. The machine’s super-fast response times and high refresh rates are quite impressive.
Two new Honor phones were recently certified by the 3C authority of China. The model numbers of these devices are AGT-AN00 and ANB-AN00. It is speculated that these devices will debut on Dec. 26 as the Honor 80 GT and the Honor 80 Pro’s flat display variant. To recall, the Honor 80 Pro, which was recently announced in China, features a curved-edge display.
The 3C listings of the alleged Honor 80 GT and 80 Pro’s flat display variant reveal that these devices may support 66W fast charging. Both phones will also have support for 5G connectivity.
The Honor 80 GT and Honor 80 Pro’s flat display variant are said to be powered by the low-frequency version of the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. Some other rumors that are circulating on Weibo claim that the GT model will have an FHD+ OLED panel that offers a 144Hz refresh rate. The Honor 80 Pro’s new edition is likely to feature an OLED panel that offers a 1.5K resolution.
Honor 80 Pro
Another tipster has said that Honor will be holding a launch event on Dec. 26. The event is expected to see the arrival of the Honor Pad V8 Pro tablet, which is said to be equipped with the Dimensity 8100 chipset. It is said to be the world’s first IMAX Enhanced tablet. The 3C certification of the tablet (model number ROD-W09) that surfaced earlier this month revealed that it may carry support for 33W fast charging. It is expected to run on MagicOS 7.0 and come in blue and orange colors.
At the same event, Honor may also unveil the above-mentioned Honor 80 models. The tipster added that the company has teamed up with The Three-Body Problem animation series for the upcoming Honor 80 GT.
Smartphone launches keep happening despite we are nearing the end of the year. There will be three more events next week. All of them will be hosted by different brands.
The companies that will be releasing phones next week are Nubia, Vivo, and Infinix. The former two will unveil new products in their home country China, whereas the latter will debut an existing handset in India.
It is worth noting that Vivo just recently announced theVivo X90 series. The firm will be holding its next big conference exactly a month later.
With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the phones that are scheduled to go official in the coming days.
The Nubia Z50 is set to launch in China on December 19 (Monday). It will be announced at an event, which is scheduled to start at 2 PM GMT+8. The announcement will be live-streamed on Weibo and leading Chinese video streaming platforms.
The Nubia Z50 will be the first non-pro model in the lineup after a long while. As per teasers and leaks, it will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.
The handset will feature a triple camera system with a custom 35mm lens. It will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast wired charging.
Last but not least, it will be available in white, black, and green color options.
2. Infinix Zero Ultra
Infinix Zero Ultra
The Infinix Zero Ultra has been confirmed to launch in India on December 20 (Tuesday). It is expected to go official at 12 PM IST via press release and social media.
Since the device is already official in multiple markets, we know everything about it. The only things not known are its price and availability in India.
The smartphone comes with a 6.8-inch 120Hz curved AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC, OIS-assisted 200MP camera, in-screen fingerprint sensor, dual stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, a MicroSD card slot, and more.
Finally, it draws energy from a 4,500mAh battery with support for 180W fast wired charging.
3. Vivo S16 Series
Vivo S16 Pro
The Vivo S16 series is scheduled to launch in China on December 22 (Thursday). It will be presented at a conference, which will start at 7 PM GMT+8. The event will be live-streamed on popular Chinese video streaming platforms and social media websites like Weibo.
According to leaks and teasers, the lineup will consist of three models, namely Vivo S16, Vivo S16 Pro, and Vivo S16e. They will be powered by Domensity 8200, Snapdragon 870, and Exynos 1080 chipsets, respectively.
All three phones will look almost identical in terms of design. They will come with an LED ring light on the rear for portrait shots.
The vanilla and pro models are said to arrive with a 50MP selfie camera. The latter is also said to feature a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary rear camera.
All three will ship with Android 13. The S16 and S16e will have support for 66W fast charging, while S16 Pro is expected to come with a faster 80W charging support.
Xiaomi has just debunked another old myth regarding smartphones. The company had just recently debunked rumors of toothpaste fixing cracked or scratched displays on phones, and now, has now taken on the thunderstorm rumor.
You probably would’ve heard someone advise you not to use your smartphone or any phone while there is a thunderstorm raging outside. So, the Chinese tech giant took to YouTube again to share a new Shorts video as a part of its #XiaomiAcademy series. This video was titled “Can thunderstorms affect smartphone usage?” Looking at this video, we can see the company setup an experiment that has a Tesla coil (not affiliated with the EV maker and was invented by Nicholas Tesla).
Through these coils, the brand then simulated “lightning” strike, which were then directed towards what could be the Xiaomi 12S smartphone model. There is a video running on the device despite the electricity hitting the handset. It also saw no visible impacts on its performance or any other disruptions. Following this, Xiaomi states that “This proves thunderstorms do not affect the usage of smartphones.”
To further back these findings, the company even made a phone call to see if it impacts the quality of smartphone calls made by the same device. Again, there was no issue with the device. Xiaomi said that the rumor likely stems from old fashioned wired telephones, since there were extremely rare cases of deaths caused by people getting struck by lightning when using their wired phone during a thunderstorm.
Stuffcool has just launched a new product in the Indian market. The new gadget is a 5,000mAh Wireless Powerbank that is built to offer additional charging to the user’s various gadgets. So let’s have a look.
The company’s latest accessory carries the PB9063W model number. As the name suggests, it is a powerbank that offers wireless charging capabilities that can juice devices that support non wired powering. Notably, it even comes with support for a dedicated built in Apple Watch charging module. Apart from this, the powerbank is also compatible with other Apple products like the iPhone 12, iPhone 13, and even the latest iPhone 14 series models as well.
The new Stuffcool 5,000mAh Wireless Powerbank is being manufactured in India and comes with a Lightning Port connector that also offers 20W PD USB Type C fast charging. Talking about its design, it has a lightweight and portable design that lets users simply carry it in their pockets. Since it clips on to the iPhone thanks to its magnetic connectors, one can also just leave it in their pockets as it charges up your device. The powerbank comes with a built in leather kickstand as well.
The new Stuffcool PB9063W 5000mAh Magnetic Wireless Powerbank with Watch Charging Module will be available for purchase on the company’s official website as well as Amazon India, and all leading offline retail stores. It will be sold in the region for a price tag of 3,999 INR (roughly 48 US Dollars). So for Apple users in India, this might be a useful accessory for you to own.
Apple has filed a patent for a keyboard that could potentially revolutionize the way we type. The new patent application, published this week by the US Patent and Trademark Office, shows that Apple is working on a technology that would allow future keyboards to show different symbols depending on context.
Apple’s latest patent application envisions transformative keyboard technology for MacBook
Currently, the backlighting technology in Apple’s MacBook keyboards serves only to make the keys visible in dark environments. The keys themselves are labeled with pre-printed symbols that are static and cannot be changed, and are potentially prone to wear with long-term use.
Apple’s patent. Source: 9to5Mac
The patent application published this week addresses these issues by imagining a keyboard where each key has perforations through the top and bottom layers. The backlighting beneath the keyboard would then be able to intelligently illuminate each key to show different symbols and letters. When the keyboard is activated, glyphs for each of the keycaps could appear on the keys due to light emitted through the keycaps from beneath the top surfaces of the keycaps.
The glyphs could appear to float due to individual light sources or displays that are positioned on or under each of the keycaps. All of the light output by the light sources or displays could be directed through the top of the keycaps to generate the glyphs, as compared to conventional keyboards where light typically bleeds between adjacent keycaps or is visible between or below the keycaps.
The patent application also imagines another scenario where the light source is an “array of LEDs such as a display using micro-LED or OLED pixels.” This would be a more advanced implementation of the idea, with additional controls, customization options, and general flexibility. In this scenario, the perforations in the keycaps could correspond in number to the pixels of the display, so that each single pixel of the display could provide light to one single perforation.
This would allow the displays/light sources to be controlled to generate glyphs that are changeable or adjustable between different shapes, letters, colors, symbols, animations, languages, and other features.
Apple’s filing also includes some imagery showing mockups of how this technology could work. The patent application explains that using this construction, the keycaps of the keyboard could be made with materials not typically used in keycaps for conventional keyboards, such as metals including aluminum. This would allow the keycaps to have top surfaces that match the appearance of the housing surfaces of the keyboard surrounding the keycaps, which may also have metal surfaces.
Apple explains its patent as follows
“When the keyboard is activated, however, glyphs for each of the keycaps can appear on the keys due to light emitted through the keycaps from beneath the top surfaces of the keycaps. The glyphs can appear to float due to individual light sources or displays that are positioned on or under each of the keycaps. Thus, all of the light output by the light sources or displays can be directed through the top of the keycaps to generate the glyphs, as compared to conventional keyboards where light typically bleeds between adjacent keycaps or is visible between or below the keycaps.“
“In some embodiments, the light sources or displays can include an array of LEDs such as a display using micro-LED or OLED pixels. The perforations in the keycaps can correspond in number to the pixels of the display so that, for example, each single pixel of the display can provide light to one single perforation. In this manner, the displays/light sources can be controlled to generate glyphs that are changeable or adjustable between different shapes, letters, colors, symbols, animations, languages, and other features.”
It is important to note that this is simply a patent application and there is no guarantee that this technology will be developed or released. However, the filing shows that Apple is constantly considering new technologies and is working to advance its keyboard technology in order to provide users with a more advanced and convenient typing experience.
Nothing launched the NothingOS 1.5 Closed Beta a few weeks back. It finally brought Android 13 to the Nothing Phone (1), although in an early access state. Now, the operating system has moved into the Open Beta phase, meaning more users will be able to access this version and get to try the new features coming with Android 13 before the company releases the stable update for all devices.
The Beta version comes with a revised changelog and brings new features like a new network and Bluetooth device pop-ups. It also offers deeper Material You integration and other UI enhancements. You can check out the entire changelog below.
NothingOS 1.5 Open Beta changelog
● New weather app with custom Nothing UI. ● Up to 50% increase in app loading speed. ● More Material You. More colour schemes available for matching third party apps to wallpaper. ● Multi-language support that allows different languages for different apps. Privacy upgrades. Including: ● Photo picker. Choose which images you want to share with each app. ● Notification permissions. Control which apps can send you notifications. ● Media permissions. Group the types of media you want to share e.g., photos and videos, music and audio, files. ● New QR code scanner in Quick Settings. ● Clipboard preview: copied text appears on clipboard in the bottom corner of the screen. So you can directly edit the text before pasting. ● New look for Media Control. ● Foreground services. Close active background apps directly from the notification centre to save battery. ● Live caption: detects speech on your device and automatically generates captions. ● Increased background memory. Reducing the wait for frequently used apps to load. ● New self-repair feature that keeps Phone (1) running like it’s new. By clearing unused cache and expired system dumps. ● Improved Quick Settings. Featuring new network and Bluetooth device pop-ups. ● New UI for volume control. Easily adjust individual volume sliders without unlocking the screen (e.g. music vs alarm). ● Improved Game Mode. New UI for light notifications and added Google ● Game Dashboard. Dashboard supports screenshots, screen recording, FPS display, and Do Not Disturb.
It is worth noting that this open beta program is not like a traditional open beta program and is quite restrictive. Users interested to join have to give consent via email confirmation and have to get their device IMEI number enrolled in the company’s database. Additionally, the brand also does not officially provide a method to sideload the update.
On the other hand, if you are already enrolled in the company’s testing program, the update will be rolling out in the next few days to your device. You can also head to Settings > System > System update to manually check for the update.
The Red Magic 8 Pro is set to be the first gaming smartphone in the market to launch with Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Now, this gaming smartphone’s pre-orders have just gone live in China, so here are all the details.
The Chinese smartphone maker has just began taking reservations for its latest flagship smartphone on JD.com, which is a popular e-retail website in China. The pre-orders are currently ahead of the device’s official announcement. As of right now, it is unclear when the company will actually launch the handset, although it is expected to be announced on the 26th of December 2022. While the launch event is a while away, a recent TENAA listing has revealed its key specifications as well.
Based on this listing, we know that the device will sport a 6.8 inch OLED display that offers high refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. Since it is a gaming smartphone, it will also house a robust cooling system to keep thermals in check during intensive tasks like gaming. This cooling mechanism will even include a heat dissipation turbofan as well. The front will house a 16 megapixel selfie camera, while the rear is expected to feature a 50 megapixel triple camera setup.
Under the hood, the device will likely be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports an impressive 165W fast charging. The rear panel will also feature a transparent material to showcase some of the internal components as well. So stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.
ZTE-backed Nubia has already confirmed that the company will launch its upcoming Z-series flagship smartphone — Nubia Z50 in China on 19th December.
Now, the company has revealed that along with the smartphone, a new version of its operating system — MyOS 13 will also get released on 19th December, which comes with upgrades and some new features.
It is revealed that the upcoming MyOS 13 will come with a refreshed design, a step-less speed change technology, and the overall system fluency will be increased by 30 percent.
As of now, the company has not revealed much about the new update to the user interface, but we expect to know more in the coming days thorugh teasers. It’s likely that the MyOS 13 will be based on the new Android 13 operating system.
Coming to the Nubia Z50, the smartphone is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which was announced last month and uses LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 storage. A few smartphones have already launched powered by this new chipset, and we expect most of the upcoming flagship phones to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.
The company has confirmed that it will be equipped with a brand-new 35mm custom optical system where the light input exceeds 1-inch primary camera sensor. Further, the company revealed that the device would also support Starry Sky Photography and will also offer several different types of photography modes.
While digital sales have seen an increase in recent years, physical stores remain an important part of the retail landscape. Huawei understands this, and has worked to increase its number of stores globally. With the opening of its largest experience store in the UAE, Huawei is demonstrating its commitment to providing customers with a high-quality, in-person shopping experience.
Huawei to open largest experience store in UAE with three days of celebrations
Huawei, has announced that it will open the largest experience store in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on December 16. The store, located at City Center Deira, will be Huawei’s seventh experience store in the UAE and will span 396 m2 of retail space. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 7:00 PM and will be attended by Peak Yin, the Country Manager for Huawei Consumer Business Group UAE, as well as local VIPs, digital content creators, and customers.
Join us from Dec 16th – 18th for the Grand Opening of UAE's largest HUAWEI Experience Store at City Centre Deira & avail the special offers; from massive discounts to amazing cash vouchers, FREE gifts and more. pic.twitter.com/C7HBQYw9b6
To celebrate the opening of the new store, Huawei will offer a range of discounts and deals over the course of three days. On the opening day, customers will be able to get up to 40% off on audio and wearables, including the FreeBuds Pro 2, Watch GT 3 Pro, and Band 7 devices. The next day, Huawei will release the Mate 50 series in the UAE, along with a number of freebies. On the final day of celebrations, customers will be able to get free gifts on products worth over AED 1000, as well as cash vouchers worth AED 600 for the first 20 customers.
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The opening of the largest Huawei experience store in the UAE marks a significant development for the company and will allow customers in the country to easily access new products and services. With a wide range of discounts and offers available over the course of the celebration period, it is sure to be an exciting event for both Huawei and its customers.
iQOO recently launched the iQOO 11 series in China. There are two devices in the series – iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro. Out of the two, the vanilla model went on sale a few days back in the Chinese market. The iQOO 11 is also officially launching in India on January 10. Although the company has not made any announcements to suggest that the 11 Pro model will be coming anytime soon, fans of the brand will not be disappointed with this device as it shares most of the specifications with the Pro model.
Now, MySmartPrice has revealed the performance of the iQOO 11 on the AnTuTu benchmark. The publication claims that the matrics were obtained from an industry source. Let’s check out the performance of the device.
iQOO 11 AnTuTu scoreAnTuTu top 5 rankings (November 2022)
A screenshot reveals that the iQOO 11 5G manages to score 1,323,820 points overall on the AnTuTu benchmark. This score leaves the current top-ranking Asus ROG Phone 6 behind by more than 200,000 points. This is most likely thanks to the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset at the heart of the iQOO 11. Taking a closer look at the benchmark, the CPU performance hasn’t improved by that much compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, however, the GPU performance has taken a massive leap as we can see that the iQOO 11 scored 607,822 points in the GPU test compared to the 474,844 points of the current no.1 ROG Phone 6.
Additionally, AnTuTu evaluated the device’s RAM and user experience, awarding 2,44,782 and 2,00,229 points, respectively. What’s also interesting is that the chip remained quite cool during the benchmarking process, with peak temperature hitting 31.9 degrees Celsius. If these performance matrices hold true in real-world use, it is safe to say that the iQOO 11 will be quite a delight for the iQOO customers who the most performance out of their devices in tasks like gaming.
iQOO 11 specs
The iQOO 11 has a 6.78-inch E6 AMOLED display that supports HDR10+ certification, a 2K screen resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels, a refresh rate of 144Hz, a maximum brightness of 1800 nits, and 1440Hz PWM Dimming.
The device has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, along with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 internal storage. The phone allows virtual RAM expansion for up to 8GB in addition to the onboard RAM. It also includes the newly released, specially designed Vivo V2 Image Signal Processor (ISP).
There is a triple-camera configuration is available on the back including a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 13-megapixel telephoto sensor with a 2x optical zoom. The phone has a 16-megapixel camera on the front that can be used for selfies and video calls.
The device comes pre-installed with the Android 13 operating system and the company’s proprietary OriginOS 3 custom user interface. A 5,000mAh battery that enables 120W fast charging powers it.
Now that Oppo has unveiled the Find N2 and Find N2 Flip foldable phones, it will soon shift its focus to the Find X6 series. Rumors are rife that the Find X6 will debut in Q1 2023. Ahead of the launch, the rumor mill is busy revealing the key specifications of the Find X6. A new leak, courtesy of tipper Digital Chat Station, has revealed the key details on the camera configurations of the Find X6.
Previous reports have claimed that the Find X6’s rear camera setup will have a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera. However, the new leak states that it is equipped with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS support.
The main snapper will be accompanied by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 50-megapixel periscope zoom camera with 3x optical zoom. The leak further states that the device will be equipped with a MariSilicon X ISP and Hasselblad camera optimizations. The camera details that have surfaced today appear suitable for the Find X6 Pro, but the tipster claims that these details belong to the Find X6 (its engineering prototype, to be precise).
According to the tipster, the Find X6 has a glass body that measures around 9.2mm in thickness. At the camera bump, the thickness of the device will increase to 12.3mm. The device weighs around 207 grams.
Previous reports have claimed that the Find X6’s display will offer a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 is likely to power the device with up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 512 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging and wireless charging support. Shown above is a leaked render of the Find X6, which surfaced earlier this week.
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