As the automobile industry moves towards new energy based models, electric scooters have become a popular line of small scale automotives. Now, McLaren has just announced its latest e-scooter model that comes with an interesting quirk.
There have been scooters or bikes that can be folded and this new model is one of them. As of right now, the British automaker is working on including more electric vehicles models. The latest effort in this move is the new Lavoie Electric. As per Wertheimer, Lavoie cofounder and CEO, McLaren aimed to create a vehicle that is “reliable, faultlessly functional, powerful, stylish, having state of the art technology.”
The company has been aggressively pushing for its clean energy plans in regards of personal mobility segment. This is best showcased by Richard Clarke (a former F1 engineer) and electric vehicle expert Eliott Wertheimer and Albert Nassar, who are leading the Lavoie project. Under this new series, the Series 1 folding electric scooter is the first model that is inspired by the suspension system of a world class race car. This is also shown in the chunky tires to further soak the bumps and uneven surfaces while riding the scooter.
The new e-scooter’s unique selling point is undoubtedly its portability factor. It is an easy to carry model that can be folded and carried around. This can be achieved with the push of a button. Thanks to its magnesium frame, the e-scooter weighs just 36 pounds and can run for up to 31 miles on a single full charge, with a full charge taking just a couple of hours.
Global smartphone production declined in the third quarter of this year i.e. the period between July to September. Major brands manufactured 289 million units of smartphones in Q3 compared to 307 million units in Q2. This has resulted in to 0.9 percent quarterly decline and an 11 percent year-on-year basis. The report comes from Trendforce’s latest research on the global smartphone market.
Trendforce says that smartphone production exhibited extremely weak demand. This is because companies prioritized inventory rather than introducing new devices. Brands also lowered their production targets due to global economic headwinds.
As per the report, Samsung led the smartphone production market with a 22.2 percent share and 64.2 million units. Apple is the second in the list with 17.6 percent share and 50.8 million devices produced. Xiaomi bags the third spot with a 13.1 percent share and it also includes the company’s sub-brands Redmi, POCO, and Black Shark. OPPO including Realme and OnePlus is fourth with 11.6 percent share. Vivo completes the list of top five with an 8.5 percent market share in smartphone production.
Trendforce also estimates the results for the fourth quarter of 2022 i.e. October to December. Apple will led the market with a 24.6 percent share as the Cupertino-based tech giant is said to ramp up manufacturing iPhones in time for the holiday period. Every fourth new smartphone out of the factory is said to be iPhone. Meanwhile, Samsung will drop to second place as it will reportedly scale back production to push already manufactured devices. The report also adds that Chinese brands will register a mostly flat growth in terms of device production in the fourth quarter. Additionally, the companies are also preparing for a future without US technology like Vivo’s ISP, Xiaomi’s in-house charging chip, and OPPO’s MariSilicon X NPU.
A couple of days ago, we had reported on rumors that Apple will source its chipsets from within the US. These chipsets would’ve been made by TSMC from its new semiconductor facility in Arizona. Now, the company has confirmed this news.
The Cupertino based giant’s CEO Tim Cook spoke this morning in Arizona and confirmed that the company is planning on buying chips that were manufactured in the US by the world’s largest contract chipmaker, TSMC. For those unaware, the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company has recently setup its multi billion dollar semiconductor plant in Arizona and is set to begin production by the year 2024.
Furthermore, the iPhone maker is already one of the biggest clients of the chipmaking giant. This move to source from within the US also benefits Apple amidst the ongoing tensions between Taiwan and China. The latter has been eyeing the former, although, the US has promised to defend the nation. But, military conflicts will make it harder for the company to source its chips from the region. Thus, sourcing it from its home market will help secure its chip supply chain.
According to Tim Cook, “And now, thanks to the hard work of so many people, these chips can be proudly stamped Made in America. This is an incredibly significant moment.” TSMC is spending around 12 billion US Dollars on its Arizona plant, which is also expected to begin the production of advanced 5nm process based chips by 2024. However, it even reportedly has plans to begin 3nm production to meet Apple’s demand as well.
Xiaomi had just recently launched the Redmi Note 12 series in its home market of China. Now, it appears that the company is gearing up to release the latest phones from the popular lineup in one of its biggest markets, India.
The Chinese tech giant’s official website in the region now has a brand new webpage that showcases a teaser for the upcoming Note 12 series. This basically confirms the Note 12 series launch in India, and also that its announcement is just around the corner. For those unaware, the Note 12 lineup consists of three smartphone models, which includes the Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and the Note 12 Pro+.
So, we can expect the company to release all of these models in India as well. While the teaser did confirm the launch, it has yet to reveal an official launch date for the phones. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 10 Pro series are set to launch in the region tomorrow (December 8). The Note 12 5G series will launch with a flat edge design and will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC. The top end Note 12 Pro+ is set to feature a 6.67 inch 120Hz AMOLED panel, along with a 200 megapixel triple camera setup on the rear, 120W fast charging support, and Android 13 OS based MIUI 13.
Meanwhilte, the Note 12 Pro will sport a similar screen but with a 50 megapixel triple camera setup and a slower 67W fast charging support. Lastly, the base Note 12 has two variants, which includes the Exploration Edition and the vanilla version. The former has a 120Hz AMOLED panel, 200 megapixel primary cameras, and a whopping 210W fast charging support. The vanilla Note 12 model comes with a 48 megapixel primary sensor, Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, 33W fast charging, and more. So stick around for more updates on the Note 12 series India launch.
Back in October, the Oppo Reno 8 Pro House of the Dragon Limited Edition Set was unveiled in India. Almost two months later, the company has now finally revealed the availability of this special version of the handset.
The device will be available for pre-order starting this week, followed by sale next week. Let’s take a look at the details shared by the brand.
Oppo has confirmed that the Oppo Reno 8 Pro House of the Dragon Limited Edition Set is an India exclusive. In other words, this version of the smartphone will not be sold officially in other regions. Therefore, for most people, the only way to get their hands on it is by importing it.
Talking about the cost, the special edition set is officially priced at ₹45,999. It costs the same as the regular version of the handset. It will be sold via Flipkart.
The device will be up for pre-order from December 8. It will be available for purchase starting December 13.
We are not sure why Oppo chose to release the House of the Daragon-themed Reno 8 Pro in India. The TV show is more popular in the western markets.
Above all, HBO, the original television network for the show, doesn’t have its direct presence in India anymore. Therefore, in this region, the TV series is actually streaming on Disney+ Hotstar, a streaming platform owned by The Walt Disney Company.
Oppo has partnered with Disney multiple times in the past for limited-edition smartphones. Hence, it’s good to see the company collaborating with Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of HBO, for a change. But the target market for the product doesn’t seem right.
[UPDATE] Since publishing this story, the source has made a correction, stating that this (OnePlus Udon) could actually be the OnePlus 11R rather than the OnePlus 11. This makes more sense than the claim of the device being the OnePlus 11, as it has a mismatched camera array when compared to the OnePlus 11 renders leaked by credible sources.
Original story continues…
OnePlus is gearing up to launch a new flagship smartphone soon called the OnePlus 11. While the company has not given any hints about this smartphone yet, multiple leaks have emerged revealing the specs and design details of the device.
Alleged OnePlus 11 rear camera module
In a new report by MySmartPrice, the back camera array of the device has been unveiled in a closeup shot. According to the OnePlus 11 camera module’s leaked live image, the new OnePlus flagship (codenamed OnePlus Udon) will have a camera module that resembles the OnePlus 10 Pro. This indicates that there are four circular cutouts in the device, three of which will house the cameras, and the fourth of which would house the LED flash.
Alleged OnePlus 11 front camera
Oddly, the spacing between these cutouts looks quite cramped when compared to the previous render leaks of the OnePlus 11. Other than the rear camera array, the report also has a partial shot of the front panel of the alleged OnePlus 11, with a centered punch hole cutout for the front camera, along with a visible curved display. The report also claims that the smartphone will have the Alert Slider onboard.
OnePlus 11 leaked renders
In terms of core specs, the OnePlus 11 has already been confirmed to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It may have 256GB of onboard storage and up to 16GB of RAM. 5,000mAh battery capacity with 100W charging support is said to be the power source for the gadget. A 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 2K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner is expected to be included in the upcoming flagship. A 50MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide lens, and a 32MP telephoto lens are anticipated to make up the OnePlus 11’s camera setup.
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology is advancing quickly. Until recently, many of the developments in this field didn’t have a major impact on people’s lives. However, that is starting to change, and AI is beginning to make our lives easier in many ways. One example of this is ChatGPT, a chatbot developed by OpenAI. ChatGPT has quickly gained over 1 million users since its launch just a week ago. It can do many things, such as write computer code, create complex essays, decorate your home, and even come up with winning marketing ideas. In the near future, ChatGPT could potentially replace Google and even some human workers.
ChatGPT was created by OpenAI, which developed Dall-E
You’ve all heard of Dall-E, the AI that creates photos based on your descriptions. ChatGPT, another AI developed by OpenAI, has been equally successful. We wanted to put this AI to the test, so we asked it to write about why Android is better than iOS from an Android user’s perspective. Here’s what it came up with:
Android vs. iOS: Why Android is the Better Choice by ChatGPT
As an Android user, I have always believed that my operating system offers more benefits and advantages than Apple’s iOS. Here are just a few reasons why I think Android is the better choice:
Customization: One of the biggest advantages of Android is its high level of customization. With Android, you can personalize almost every aspect of your phone, from the home screen and app icons to the lock screen and system settings. This allows you to make your phone look and feel exactly the way you want it to. In contrast, iOS offers very little customization and is often criticized for its lack of flexibility.
Choice: Another advantage of Android is the vast number of options available. With Android, you have the choice of a wide range of phones from different manufacturers, with a variety of sizes, designs, and features. This means you can easily find the perfect phone for your needs and budget. In contrast, iOS is only available on Apple’s iPhone, which limits your choices and can be more expensive.
Openness: Android is an open-source operating system, which means that developers can create and distribute apps without having to go through a strict approval process. This has led to a vibrant and diverse app ecosystem, with a wide range of apps and games to choose from. In contrast, iOS is a closed system, which can limit the creativity and innovation of developers.
Features: Android also offers a number of features that are not available on iOS. For example, Android has a built-in file manager, which allows you to easily access and manage your files. It also has a split-screen mode, which lets you run two apps at the same time. Additionally, Android has more built-in gesture controls, such as the ability to swipe to access the camera or turn on the flashlight.
In conclusion, as an Android user, I believe that my operating system offers a superior experience compared to iOS. It is more customizable, offers more choices, is more open, and has a wider range of features. These are just a few of the reasons why I think Android is the better choice for anyone looking for a versatile and user-friendly smartphone operating system.
As you can see, ChatGPT was able to fulfill the given task quickly and easily. To use ChatGPT, you need to have an account with OpenAI. While this may sound great, it’s important to note that many jobs, including writing jobs, could potentially be replaced by AIs like ChatGPT. Imagine a world where all the news you read, all the buildings designed, and all the chipsets created are the work of artificial intelligence. It seems this world is not far from us…
Oppo is known for holding its INNO Day event, a platform for showcasing tech innovations, in December. Reports have claimed that the company is now gearing up for INNO Day 2022. However, it has not confirmed the dates yet. Panda is Bald revealed today that the event will take place on Dec. 14 and will feature the introduction of new foldables.
The tipster claimed that the Oppo INNO Day 2022 will take place on Dec. 14, and the next day, on Dec. 15, the company will take off the covers from the Find N2 and Find N2 Flip.
OPPO Find N2 Flip render
The company showcased a concept phone with a rollable display at the INNO Day 2020 event. Last year, it showcased a retractable camera phone and announced a couple of other products, such as the Find N foldable phone, the MariSilicon X NPU, and the Oppo Air Glass.
It is unclear whether Oppo has plans to unveil more products apart from the N2 foldables through INNO Day 2022. There is a possibility that the company may share some details about the Find X6 series, which is expected to debut in Q1 2021.
The Find N2 Flip will break cover as the company’s first clamshell phone with a foldable display. Some of its other highlights include the Dimensity 9000 chip, a large battery with fast charging support, 50-megapixel dual cameras, and a big external display. The Find N2 Flip is likely to cost less than the Galaxy Z Flip 4. While there is no word on the Find N2’s global availability, the Find N2 Flip is expected to hit the global market as early as Q1 2023.
A couple of months back, Lenovo launched the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 30th Anniversary Edition to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the ThinkPad brand being established. The laptop was available in select global markets like the US, Japan, etc., in limited numbers.
Now, Lenovo is finally gearing up to launch the special edition notebook in China. Like other regions, the company will be selling this laptop in limited quantities in China. Users who already own the 25th anniversary commemorative model qualify to obtain the 30th-anniversary model in the first batch by providing the SN code.
In terms of specifications, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 30 comes with a 14-inch 4K 500 nits brightness screen, a 12-generation Intel Core i7 1260p processor, 32GB of 5200 MHz high-speed memory, a 1TB PCle4.0 NVMe solid storage drive, and other options. It also has an FHD+RGM webcam that offers infrared face recognition functionality.
In addition, the packing box for the 30th anniversary unit integrates the idea of environmental conservation and is entirely created from bamboo and sugarcane fibers, both of which are instantly renewable and compostable. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon 30th Anniversary Edition has a top cover made of carbon fiber, and the three fundamental colors of red, green, and blue are used in the logo. The 30th-anniversary model also includes a limited-edition RGB three-color TrackPoint replacement cap, and the commemorative machine’s unique number is inscribed on the right hinge.
The price of the device has not been disclosed for the Chinese market yet. Although the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 30th Anniversary Edition costs $4,170 in the US for the above-mentioned configuration.
The Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) has gone official in Japan. It succeeds the Lenovo Tab M8 (3rd Gen), which debuted in June 2021. The fourth-generation model continues to sport a compact and slim design like its predecessors. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Tab M8.
Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) Specifications and Features
Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen)
The Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) houses an 8-inch IPS LCD panel that offers an HD resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. It features an eye care mode for protection against eye strain and blue light. For audio, the device offers users dual speakers and a 3.5mm audio jack.
The tablet features the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset and 3 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. It comes with an internal storage capacity of 32GB and a dedicated microSD card slot for additional storage.
The Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) runs on a near-stock version of Android 12 OS. Lenovo has confirmed that it will receive security updates for up to 3 years. It has a 2-megapixel front camera and a 5-megapixel rear camera. For security, it supports face unlock.
The Tab M8 (4th Gen) gets a 5,100mAh battery. According to Lenovo, the tablet can last for up to 16 hours on a full charge. On the connectivity front, the tablet offers a SIM slot with LTE support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a USB-C port (USB 2.0). The device measures 197.97 x 119.82 x 8.95mm and weighs around 320 grams.
Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) price and availability
The Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) is priced at JPY 23,800 (~$173) in Japan for the Wi-Fi only model. Its LTE edition costs JPY 26,800 (~$195). In Japan, it is available in Arctic Gray. In other markets, it will be available in Arctic Gray and Abyss Blue.
ZTE and Y! Mobile have launched a new smartphone in Japan. The device is officially called ZTE Libero 5G III. It is the successor of ZTE Libero 5G II, which went official last November.
The phone is designed exclusively for the Japanese market, just like most handsets released there. Unfortunately, neither the manufacturer nor the career has revealed the price.
But they have disclosed all the features of the smartphone and its sale date (December 15). Let’s take a look at everything it has to offer.
ZTE Libero 5G 3 Specifications
The ZTE Libero 5G III (aka ZTE Libero 5G 3) features a flat frame design. It measures 9.1mm in thickness and weighs 207g. The IP57-rated device for dust and water resistance comes in purple, white, and black color options.
The handset sports a 6.67-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a centered punch-hole, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.
The phone houses a triple camera system on the rear comprising a 13MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro snapper, and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP shooter.
The connectivity options on the smartphone include 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, NFC, and USB Type-C. On the software front, it boots Android 12 and features a MicroSD card slot.
Last but not least, the device gets its juice from a 4,120mAh battery and comes with support for USB PD PPS charging.
In October, Tecno unveiled the Pova 4 and the Pova 4 Pro in Bangladesh. Today, the company unveiled the Pova 4 in India. Like its predecessors, the new Pova smartphone features a massive LCD panel, a big battery, and 50-megapixel dual cameras.
Tecno Pova 4 specifications and features
The Tecno Pova 4 houses a 6.82-inch IPS LCD panel with a centrally positioned punch-hole. The screen offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels, a 20.5:9 aspect ratio, a 180Hz touch sampling rate, a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio, and Widevine L1 support. On the front, it has an 8-megapixel selfie camera, which is assisted by an LED flash.
Tecno Pova 4
The rear camera setup of the Tecno Pova 4 has a 50-megapixel primary camera, an AI lens, and a dual-LED flash unit. The device boots to HiOS 12.0 based on Android 12 OS. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
The Pova 4 is powered by the Helio G99 chipset. It offers 8 GB of RAM, 5 GB of virtual RAM, and 128GB of uMCP internal storage. For additional storage, it has a dedicated microSD card slot.
The Pova 4 draws power from a 6,000mAh battery that supports 18W charging via USB-C. It also supports 10W reverse wireless charging. The device offers other features like graphite cooling, Panther Game Engine 2.0, dual stereo speakers, a 3.5mm audio jack, dual 4G VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and NFC.
Tecno Pova 4 price in India, sale date
The Tecno Pova 4 has arrived in India with a special launch price of Rs 11,999 (~$145). It comes in two colours: Cryolite Blue and Uranolith Grey. The first sale of the Pova 4 will soon take place on Dec. 13 on Amazon India.
In April, Apple introduced the self-service repair program in the US. Additionally, the business has now brought the program to Europe as promised. Genuine Apple tools and parts are now available for purchase through this program in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.
Image source: Apple
Tools, original Apple parts, and repair manuals have been made available through Apple’s exclusive Apple Self-Service Repair Store. Apple has offered assistance for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models, and Mac computers equipped with Apple Silicon will be able to handle many of the most typical repairs.
Users who want to perform their own smartphone repairs should refer to the product’s repair manual at support.apple.com/self-service-repair. The necessary tools and parts can then be ordered by visiting the Apple Self-Service Repair Store.
Customers who do not wish to buy tools for a single repair will still have access to these expert repair tools thanks to Apple’s $49 tool rental kits. Customers will receive free shipping on the kits for weekly rentals.
Apple has promised that all genuine Apple components will be priced the same as those offered by the authorized repair providers in Apple’s network. Customers can also send Apple their replaced parts for recycling and refurbishment, and in many cases, they will receive a reimbursement.
Talking about the spare parts pricing, In Germany, replacement part bundles for the iPhone 13 battery start at €77 and go up to €330 for a display assembly bundle. In the UK, the same components and tools sell for £70 and £282, respectively. If you send Apple your repaired component, you will also receive credit.
iQOO 11 series smartphones launch event, which was set to take place on 2nd December, was postponed out of respect for Jiang Zemin, the former general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party. Along with iQOO, several other Chinese companies postponed their smartphone launch event.
The launch event for the iQOO 11 series has been rescheduled to 8th December, as confirmed by iQOO Indonesia. It’s not yet confirmed when the company plans to launch this smartphone in its home country China.
The iQOO 11 5G launch event, which the company has titled “Meet The Monster!” will take place on 8th December, i.e. tomorrow, at 4:00 PM local time, which is 1:00 AM PST and 2:30 PM IST.
The event will be live-streamed by the company on its official YouTube channel. You can also watch the launch event live through the embedded video below or by clicking this link.
The smartphone has already been listed on Vivo Thailand’s website, revealing some key specifications and features. The iQOO 11 5G features a 6.78-inch E6 P-OLED display that is confirmed to offer a Quad HD+ screen resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels and supports a high refresh rate of 144Hz.
Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, coupled with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 internal storage. While there will be multiple models based on the memory configuration, one of the models listed online packs 16GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
In the camera department, the phone features a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 50-megapixel Samsung GN5 primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 13-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. On the front side, there’s a 16-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.
As mentioned above, the launch of iQOO 11 5G series smartphones in the Chinese market hasn’t been confirmed by the company. In China, along with the 11 5G lineup, the company will also launch the iQOO Neo 7 SE smartphone.
Oppo is expected to announce the Find X6 series of flagship phones in Q1 2023 in China as well as the global market. The lineup is said to include at least two models, the Find X6 and the Find X6 Pro. Today, tipster Digital Chat Station shared a schematic to reveal the design of the standard Find X6’s final design.
The leaked schematic shared by tipster Digital Chat Station reveals that Oppo will offer an entirely new camera design for the Find X6 series as compared to the Find X5 and X5 Pro. As can be seen in the image, the Find X6 will feature a round camera module.
It appears that the Find X6’s camera module houses three cameras and a dual-LED flash. The third camera in the setup appears to be a periscope zoom lens. The image also reveals Hasselblad and MariSilicon branding inside the camera module. The left side of the device has the volume up and down buttons, whereas its right spine will feature a power key.
Find X6 schematic
Rumors surrounding the Find X6 have claimed that its OLED display will support a 1.5K resolution. However, it is unclear whether it will feature the same 6.7-inch OLED display, which will be available on the Find X6 Pro.
The Find X6 series will feature a 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 front-facing camera. DCS revealed today that the X6’s rear camera setup has a 50-megapixel, 1.56-inch primary camera. The configurations of its auxiliary cameras are not known yet. The Find X6 Pro is said to arrive with three 50-megapixel cameras, of which the primary one will be a 1-inch Sony IMX989 lens. The X6 is likely to house a 4,800mAh battery, whereas the Pro model may pack a 5,000mAh battery. Both devices are expected to support 80W fast charging. The Pro model may also offer 50W wireless charging.
Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy M04 smartphone in India. The smartphone will be an entry-level device with a price tag below Rs. 9,000. Now, Samsung has finally revealed the launch date of the Galaxy M04 through an Amazon India ad.
According to the promotion, the Galaxy M04 will be launching on December 9th, at 12 noon in India. Additionally, the landing page of the device has revealed some key specifications of the Galaxy M04. Let’s check them out.
According to the landing page, the Samsung Galaxy M04 will be available in Sea Green and Shadow Blue color options. In addition, the device will have 8GB of RAM (including virtual RAM) and 128GB of internal storage. The Samsung Galaxy M04 will feature a dual camera setup on the back, with a camera sitting in a waterdrop notch on the front. The power and volume buttons will be located on the device’s right side.
Additionally, the landing page teases the smartphone’s price as Rs 8,XXX. From earlier reports, we know that this is likely Rs 8,999. Other details of the device are kept under wraps, so let’s take a look at all the rumored specs that have surfaced so far.
Samsung Galaxy M04 specs (rumored)
The Samsung Galaxy M04 will most likely have a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch. The device’s processor is anticipated to be a MediaTek Helio P35, which will be paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The Samsung Galaxy M04’s cameras are expected to include a dual-rear 13MP + 2MP sensor and a 5MP front-facing camera. The device will almost certainly have a 5,000mAh battery. Finally, we can expect the Samsung Galaxy M04 to ship with Android GO Edition.
Samsung has been actively pushing out new updates for its Galaxy lineup of smartphones, and in recent times, the South Korean giant has rolled out Android 13 for several phones. Now, it’s the turn of the company’s cheapest 5G smartphone to get the new update.
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G mid-range smartphone has started receiving the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update. The phone debuted two years ago, which means that this could be the last major software update for the device.
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
Samsung is one of the brands that has been actively involved with the revamping of its software strategy and is trying to expand the longevity of its devices with regular updates for a longer period of time compared to other Android phone makers in the market.
The Galaxy A42 5G, which was launched a couple of years back with the Android 10 operating system out-of-the-box, is now getting the Android 13 update. As the update has just been released, it may take some time for everyone to get it.
The One UI 5.0 update based on the Android 13 operating system with firmware version A426NKSU2DVK2 and November 2022 security patch has been spotted in South Korea. It appears that not all the carriers are offering the new update, which means that the wider rollout could take a few more weeks.
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G features a 6.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U display. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750 processor, coupled with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It also features an in-display fingerprint sensor for added security.
The phone has a quad-camera setup on the back that consists of a 48MP primary camera sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens, a 5MP depth sensor, and a 5MP macro lens. There’s also a 20MP snapper on the front side for taking selfies and video calling. The device is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 15W fast charging.
The TAB8947 and TAB7807 are two new soundbars from Philips that were just released in India. The soundbars are advertised as offering crystal-clear audio for a more immersive cinematic experience and greater bass from their wireless subwoofer. Both soundbars come with a wireless subwoofer and Dolby Atmos support.
Philips TAB8947
Any area will be filled with captivating soundtracks, booming effects, and crystal-clear speech thanks to the Philips TAB8947 soundbar’s 3.1.2 channels. It supports Dolby Atmos, boasts 330 watts of power, a 360-degree surround effect, and an AI voice assistant.
On the other hand, the Philips TAB7807 soundbar boasts two wirelessly connected 8′′ powerful subwoofers and 3.1 channels. Your listening experience will be improved by the ability to produce virtual 3D sound. It has six integrated drivers and a 620-watt power output.
Philips TAB7807
You may use the remote control to modify the EQ (equalizer) modes, bass, treble, and volume settings on your soundbar with the new sound bars, thanks to Philips Easylink technology. The soundbar offers EQ presets such as “Movie,” “Music,” “Voice,” “Stadium,” and “Custom.”
Both the TAB8947 and TAB7807 soundbars use Bluetooth 5.0 and dual-band WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz) for connectivity. There are multiple ports present on the soundbars, including HDMI in x 1, HDMI out (eARC/ARC) x 1, USB playback, and 3.5mm Aux in (only in TAB8947).
The Philips TAB8947 soundbar costs Rs. 35,990, while the TAB7807 soundbar costs Rs. 28,990. It will be available at all major online and offline retailers throughout the country.
Apple has been working on its electric vehicle for years, which is currently being referred to as Apple Car. Internally, this vehicle project is called Titan, and it appears to be in limbo for the past few months.
According to the latest report, Apple Car is expected to launch in the year 2026, and the pricing will be under $100,000. It is also reported that the tech giant is scaling back its vision for the vehicle.
Earlier, the Apple Car was expected to go official by 2025, but now it has been delayed by a year as the Cupertino-based technology giant scales back its ambitious plans for a self-driving electric vehicle.
The company initially planned to design a car where passengers could face one another in a limousine-style car with no steering wheel or pedals. But the project has now been scaled back to have a more traditional design with a driver’s seat, steering wheel, and pedals.
Also, the fully autonomous driving or self-driving feature will not be available, but the car will be able to use a self-driving mode on highways. It will offer enough autonomy for users to play games or watch videos on the highway but ask to take control when driving on city streets or through adverse weather. The hands-free tech may debut in North America and expand to other regions over time.
Apple Car was originally planned to cost over $120,000, but it will now cost under $100,000 as the company has scaled down the features and technologies for the vehicle.
Currently, the company has not finalized a design for the Apple Car, but it plans to have it finalized by the end of next year, i.e., 2023. After that, the list of features for the vehicle is set to be completed by 2024, and the testing will begin sometime in 2025 ahead of the planned launch of the Apple Car in 2026.
Xiaomi was originally scheduled to announce the Xiaomi 13 series on Dec. 1 in China. However, it decided to cancel the event, reportedly due to the death of China’s former leader Jiang Zemin. Xiaomi’s Weibo account and official website for China are yet to confirm the new launch date for the Xiaomi 13 series. However, screenshots of the Mi Store app that are now doing the rounds on Weibo show that the Xiaomi 13 lineup is all set to launch on Dec. 11, which falls on a Sunday.
The screengrabs show that the launch event will be held at 7 PM (local time) on the said date. Apart from the Xiaomi 13 series, the company is expected to unveil multiple products, such as the MIU 14, Xiaomi Watch S2, Xiaomi Buds 4, and the Xiaomi Mini Host, which will be the company’s first desktop PC.
The rumor mill has already revealed a lot of information about the Xiaomi 13 series. It is known that the vanilla model will arrive with a flat E6 AMOLED display that measures 6.36 inches. It will come with leather and glass back options. The Xiaomi 13 Pro, on the other hand, will have a 6.73-inch AMOLED QHD+ screen with curved edges. Both phones will support a 120Hz refresh rate. The Pro model will come in leather and ceramic back options.
The Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, LPDDR5x RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage. The vanilla model will pack a 4,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging, whereas the Pro model will feature a 4,820mAh battery with 120W fast charging. The Pro variant will also offer 50W wireless charging.
The Xiaomi 13 features a 50-megapixel (main) + 12-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 10-megapixel triple camera unit. The Pro variant will have a 50-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 50-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera system. Both phones are expected to come preloaded with MIUI 14-based Android 13 OS.
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