Nothing‘s sub-brand CMF, which stands for Color, Material, and Finish, is preparing to launch its first smartphone soon. A report from earlier this month suggested it could debut as a budget-range smartphone with a solid list of features. Now, a new leak by tipster @realMlgmXyysd on X (formerly Twitter) has revealed the upcoming CMF smartphone’s specs, indicating that it will likely be a rebranded version of the Nothing Phone (2a).
As per the post on X, the tipster claims that the engineering sample of the CMF phone with model number A015 has a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC, paired with a 5,000mAh battery and 33W fast charging. The report also claims that it will feature a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate.
The phone is said to come with 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128/256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It appears to also feature a MicroSD card for storage expansion. Further, the leak claims that the phone will feature a 50MP primary camera along with another camera in a vertical arrangement on the back. The front will have a 16MP sensor.
The back of the device will feature a replaceable plastic cover, and there won’t be any Glyph lights on this model. The operating system is expected to be the Android 14-based Nothing OS 2.5, and the phone will also support Widevine L1 certification for HD streaming. The phone will be available in Black, Green Blue, and an Indian-exclusive Orange color option.
Additionally, the tipster mentions that the phone is expected to launch in July 2024 with a price range of $249 to $279 USD. This contradicts an earlier report suggesting a budget price of around Rs 12,000 (approximately $140). The specifications seem almost identical to those of the Nothing Phone (2a), suggesting that the CMF phone might be a rebranded version with some design changes. However, it’s important to note that these specs are from an engineering sample, so readers should take this information with caution and stay tuned for further updates.
At the recent Google I/O developer conference, Google revealed several new features coming to Android 15, including improvements focused on user privacy and security. However, one feature with a more universal benefit is enhancing battery life.
Android 15 introduces an optimization to Doze mode, a feature already present in the operating system that helps conserve battery when the phone is inactive.
The optimization focuses on speeding up the process of entering Doze mode. According to Google, devices running Android 15 will achieve Doze mode 50% faster compared to Android 14.
Doze mode works by restricting background activity and app access to system resources when the phone remains unused for an extended period. It translates to reduced battery drain, particularly for apps that might run unnecessary background processes.
Internal testing by Google suggests that this faster Doze mode activation can lead to up to three hours of additional standby time on certain devices. It’s important to note that the exact improvement may vary depending on the specific phone’s hardware and usage patterns.
The change will apply to all devices receiving the Android 15 update. So you can expect a general battery life improvement across the board.
Additionally, the feature is expected to be carried over to Wear OS 6, the next iteration of the smartwatch operating system based on Android 15. While a release date for Wear OS 6 is not yet confirmed, it’s expected to arrive sometime next year.
The improvements to Doze mode in Android 15 represent a practical step towards better battery management for Android users. While the exact impact on individual devices may differ, the faster transition to Doze mode offers a promising step to achieve extended standby battery life.
Xiaomi is offering a discount on their recently launched Redmi Pad Pro tablet, specifically the 8GB+128GB version. This limited-time offer brings the price down to 1499 yuan (roughly $211), a discount of 200 yuan (around $28) from its original price of 1699 yuan ($240).
The offer runs from May 12th to May 20th. Xiaomi has also announced those who purchased the tablet between April 10th to May 14th at its original price can claim a full refund of the price difference.
Redmi Pad Pro Specifications:
Redmi Pad Pro boasts a 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD display with a resolution of 2560 × 1600 pixels and a refresh rate of 120Hz. It can reach up to 600 nits of brightness and has multiple adjustable refresh rates. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and is certified by the China Quality Certification Center’s S++ for visual health friendliness. Additionally, it has received triple Rheinland eye protection certification.
The tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen2 processor, which includes an Adreno 710 GPU. It is available with either 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and comes with storage options of 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2. Users can expand the memory up to 1.5TB using a microSD card. The device runs on Android 13 with HyperOS on top.
For photography, the Redmi Pad Pro features an 8MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera. The tablet supports various connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and a USB Type-C 2.0 port. It also includes quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support and dual microphones for enhanced audio quality. Additional features include an in-display fingerprint sensor and an infrared sensor.
The tablet comes with a mammoth 10000mAh battery, which supports 33W fast charging as well as reverse charging. Xiaomi claims the tablet can achieve a standby time of up to 56.7 days. The device also supports 5G network sharing, wireless secondary screen functionality, and keyboard and mouse sharing, providing a seamless ecosystem interconnection. The tablet measures 280×181.85×7.52mm and weighs 571g, making it a substantial yet portable device.
The tablet comes in Light Bay Blue, Smoke Green, and Deep Gray colors. It was priced at 1499 yuan (roughly $211) for the 6GB+128GB variant during the launch. The 8GB+128GB version was priced at 1599 yuan (roughly $225) while the 8GB+256GB variant was at 1799 yuan (roughly $254). Now this 200 yuan ($28) price cut for the 8GB variant makes the tablet more enticing.
‘This is the new Matebook X Pro 2024, you can get a feel how light it is.’
It is just 980g. Yes, a beast-like 16-core 14-inch laptop only weights 980g. I know a lot of people would question the performance or cooling of a slim laptop, but this Matebook is different. Let’s see how this computer performs in real life.
Unbox
The Matebook X Pro 2024 comes in a black premium box that contains a Type-C charger, a USB-C OTG Cable and a pair of headphones.
It’s not hard to guess that Huawei is going all Type-C with this one. I was a bit grumpy about this at first, but when I took a closer look at the design, I think it makes sense that there really isn’t enough room here for USB-A ports. But the good news is that you will get two full-featured ThunderBolt-4 ports. That’s probably the compensation offered by the design team. You can do almost anything with them, provided you have the right TYPE-C docking Hubs.
Design
So at first glance, you can see a lot of soft lines and elegant curves on the body of the new MateBook. Especially on the sides and bottom, it incorporates a wedge-shape design, which effectively reduces the visual thickness. Looking at the laptop from the side, you can clearly see how outstanding this design is.
In order to achieve a weight of 980g, the Matebook X Pro has a radical magnesium alloy body, which significantly reduces the weight. And on top of the magnesium alloy, there is also a layer of special coating, which is very good at avoiding staining fingerprints and water.
The first thing I noticed when I opened this laptop, was that it supports one-handed opening and closing, which surprised me a lot. The overall weight is only 980g, which means that a lot of effort has been put into making the screen and the hinge lighter and more precise.
Coming to the keyboard, it is a standard layout, except for the arrow keys being a bit different.
The keyboard has a longer key travel and more pronounced feedback. So for my daily officing work, it did provide a decent and responsive typing experience. The only complaint I have is that, unlike the magnesium alloy body, these keys are more prone to fingerprints.
Let’s talk about the Eddy current sensing trackpad, which is undoubtedly one of the best Windows trackpads I’ve ever used, not only for the ultra smoothness, but it also supports a variety of gestures, such as swiping on the side to quickly adjust the volume, and double-knocking to take a screenshot, and so on.
Like the Macbook, the trackpad also has an X-axis linear motor and press sensors, which provide excellent press feedback. It’s almost the same as mechanical feedback that actually happens at your fingertips
The Matebook X Pro is a 3:2 14.2-inch flexible OLED screen, and it’s worth noting that the four corners of the screen are rounded, to match the design of Windows 11, making the overall visual experience very nice.
The Matebook X Pro has 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports, and a 5Gbps Type-C port. All 3 ports are full-featured and support data transfer, charging, and DP1.4 video output. Notably, it also has a separate camera privacy switch on the right side, which is pretty thoughtful.
Performance
The MateBook X Pro 2024 we have is a premium variant with the highest configuration, which uses the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor. It is the latest 16-core, 22-thread processor that is perfect for ultra-portable PCs.
This processor not only has a new NPU and Arc GPU, but also a new LPE core. In the CPU-Z test, the single-core score was close to the Intel Core i5-12600k (125W),
while the multi-core score even surpassed the 12-core AMD Ryzen 9 3900X.
In the more stressful Cinebench 2024, this Ultra 9 still performed well, with a single-core score of 110 and a multi-core score of 773, which is more than enough to handle most tasks and productivities.
What surprised me the most was its cooling performance – In the stress test, it could run at full power of 80W for the first 15 seconds before dropping to a stable output of 40W. The whole test was completed in a smooth way.
And please note that the CPU temperature at the finish point is only 85°C, which is insane for such a slim design!
There was a noticeable noise during the stress test but it wasn’t much for normal use. When we put a recorder that close (see the picture below), the collected noise level is around 52 dB.
Please watch the video！
The new Arc GPU also performed well, getting a score of 3700 in the 3DMark Time Spy test, which is a double improvement over the Matebook X Pro 2023 version.
The Matebook X Pro is powered by a 2TB SN740, an SSD with a read/write speed of 5000MB/s – excellent for a PCIE 4.0 SSD.
Its temperature performance is also commendable, with only 71°C in the 330GB large file test.
Gaming
Although the Matebook X Pro has decent GPU performance and a 120hz screen, I would still say that this computer is not suitable for most heavy games. And if I chose to game at 3120×2080, the Arc GPU would struggle to drive those 6.5 million pixel dots, gotta lower the image quality and rendering resolution to run it smoothly.
Also the 3:2 screen ratio loses a significant portion of the field of view. Of course if you play some casual games on it you can still get a good experience. I also tested the frame rate of some popular games, you can pause and take a closer look.
CS2Genshin ImpactDOTA2
Of course you have another option here, you can utilize the Thunderbolt 4 interface to connect to an eGPU and a monitor, it will multiply the graphics performance and solve the screen ratio problem, which is a good solution for heavy gamers.
Flexible OLED Screen
The Matebook X Pro features a 3:2 flexible OLED screen, this is the world’s first flexible OLED laptop. In real time use, the screen is really clear and detailed. At the same time, the ultra-high brightness can also meet the needs of outdoor use.
In terms of dimming, this screen uses DC dimming in medium and high brightness, PWM dimming in low brightness .
As I said earlier, the 3:2 screen really isn’t suitable for most games, but the ratio allows for more vertical content when browsing the web or charts.
Another substantial feature here, the Matebook X Pro supports color gamut switching, and it’s very easy to switch between sRGB, P3, Adobe RGB, and other color spaces within the right-click menu.
This is definitely a very useful feature if you have specialized needs for video editing, and graphics processing. Overall, this screen definitely is one of the best screens for a laptop, not only for those beautiful figures on paper, but also for its excellent software support.
Huawei Ecosystem
With Huawei phones and tablets, not only can you quickly access files, and synchronize clipboards, and backup photos and videos across devices, but you can also Open Multiple APPs at Once on. It’s nothing new for HUAWEI devices, but here I would like to emphasize again anyway: This is the ultimate solution to improve efficiency.
The HUAWEI Tablets/MatePads can also be used as an expansion screen, the software provides a variety of options, and it works with very low latency.
Expand multi-screen with your Huawei tablets
Battery & Charging
The Matebook X Pro has a 70Wh battery and scored 8 hours 17 minutes in Procyon’s Office Productivity battery life test, a benchmark that automates common tasks in Excel, PowerPoint Word and Outlook, so the results are more in line with the Matebook’s use scenarios.
Procyon’s Office Productivity battery life test
In terms of charging, depending on the country and configuration, the Matebook X Pro International Edition may offer two different chargers, 65W and 90W. To test its optimal charging performance, I used a PD3.1 140W charger from CUKTECH, which could offer a maximum input power of 94W for the new MateBook X Pro, and it only took 65 minutes to get fully charged.
It did impress us a lot as now we truly need a single charging brick with multi-ports for pwering up multiple devices on business trips. The Ultra-slim MateBook X Pro just fits perfectly into our list.
Camera & Microphones
The Matebook X Pro’s camera supports features such as beautying and keying, and one of my favorite things about it is that it supports custom backgrounds, which you can easily set up in Huawei PC Manager.
The Matebook X Pro’s microphone supports Noise canceling and has a variety of parameters to choose from, making it a good choice if you have video conferencing needs.
Conclusion
So, that’s the Matebook X Pro review, and I think this laptop shows Huawei’s strong industrial strength and excellent ecology. If you need a high-end silm laptop, the Matebook won’t disappoint you.
Huawei has unveiled its latest PC products, the Qingyun W515x and W585x, marking a significant step in its PC lineup with the introduction of the Kirin 9000C processor. The Kirin 9000C is an 8-core, 12-thread processor with a clock speed of up to 2.48GHz, offering a robust performance for various computing needs.
Huawei Expands Qingyun Lineup with Kirin 9000C-Powered PCs
The Qingyun W515x and W585x models cater to different user requirements, with the W515x available in several configurations: 8GB or 16GB of RAM paired with storage options of 256GB SSD, 256GB SSD with 1TB HDD, 512GB SSD, or 512GB SSD with 1TB HDD. The W585x, on the other hand, is equipped with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD, positioning itself as a more streamlined option compared to its predecessor, the W585.
Both models feature integrated graphics, supporting everyday computing tasks without the need for discrete graphics cards. Connectivity is well-addressed with the W515x offering a range of ports: a front 3.5mm audio jack, a USB-C port, and three USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports.
The rear of the unit includes additional audio input/output interfaces, a VGA port, an HDMI port, a serial port, four USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and an RJ45 Ethernet port. This comprehensive set of interfaces ensures compatibility with a wide array of peripherals and accessories.
In terms of operating systems, these new PCs debut with KOS (Kirin OS) version 2403 and UOS version 1070, indicating Huawei’s focus on integrating its software ecosystem.
Huawei’s Qingyun series, launched in March 2023, caters to the commercial sector and offers a range of products beyond smartphones, including notebooks, tablets, printers, and smart screens.
Previously, the Qingyun lineup featured the B730 and B530 desktop models, which utilized Intel’s 12th generation Core processors and ran on Windows 11 Home or Professional editions. The shift to the Kirin 9000C processor in the latest models highlights Huawei’s strategy to reduce reliance on external suppliers and enhance its proprietary technology capabilities.
It will be interesting to see how Huawei positions these new desktops against competitors and how they are received by the commercial PC market.
Amazfit has introduced the BIP 5 Unity, the latest addition to its BIP series, in India. The BIP 5 Unity is an affordable yet feature-rich smartwatch that mirrors many features of its predecessor, the BIP 5.
Amazfit Bip 5 Unity specs:
The BIP 5 Unity features a 1.91-inch LCD display with a resolution of 320 x 280 pixels, encased in a durable stainless steel frame. It is water-resistant with an IP68 rating, allowing it to withstand submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes.
It comes with Amazfit’s BioTracker PPG biometric sensor, which keeps track of heart rate and blood oxygen levels. The watch alerts users to abnormal heart rates and major changes in stress and oxygen levels. It also supports over 120 sports modes, making it versatile for different types of physical activities.
The smartwatch includes Amazon Alexa for voice commands and connects with about 70 apps through its smartphone app, adding to its functionality.
The BIP 5 Unity has a 300 mAh battery, which can last up to 5 days with heavy use, 11 days with regular use, or 26 days in battery-saver mode.
Pricing & availability
The Amazfit BIP 5 Unity is available in Grey, Charcoal, and Pink, priced at Rs. 6,999. It can be purchased from Amazon.in and Amazfit India’s official website.
Samsung‘s Galaxy Z Flip 6 might bring a much-needed display upgrade. According to a report by Korean Media TheElec, Samsung will implement a thicker Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) on the Z Flip 6’s foldable display.
The new UTG is rumored to be 50 microns thick, compared to the 30 microns of the Z Flip 5. This increase in thickness is said to make the crease on the foldable screen less noticeable and improve the display’s overall durability.
Galaxy Z Flip 5
Samsung did work on its current foldable to make the display crease less prominent. It switched from the traditional hinge mechanism on its previous foldable with a new waterdrop-style hinge design for the Flip 5.
The new hinge allowed the foldable’s two halves to tuck flat without putting much stress on the screen. The Elec’s report claims that the Z Flip 6 will use the same hinge as its predecessor.
However, next year’s iteration might see an upgrade with a new UTG structure and hinge design. These upgrades could further minimize the crease and allow for slimmer bezels around the display.
Galaxy Z Flip 5 hinge
Back to Flip 6, if the reports are accurate, the thicker UTG could position Samsung to compete more effectively with Chinese brands that have been offering crease-less display experience on their foldable for years now.
Apart from the new screen, the Flip 6 is expected to bring upgrades with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, an improved primary camera, and a larger battery.
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Z Flip 6 alongside the Fold 6 in the Unpacked event rumored to be sometime in July. We will keep you in the loop if any new details about the foldables come in.
Xiaomi sub-brand Poco is gearing up for a major launch event on May 23rd. While they’ve already confirmed the release of the Poco F6 and Poco F6 Pro smartphones, they’ve also dropped a teaser for their first tablet, the Poco Pad, on their official website.
Surprisingly though, the company hasn’t said much about it on its social media handles. But we now have official confirmation that Poco is indeed entering the tablet market with the Poco Pad. It’s set to launch alongside the F6 phones on May 23rd.
Details about the Poco Pad remain scarce at the moment. But previous rumors suggest that it will be a rebranded version of the recently announced Redmi Pad Pro.
That means users can expect a 12.1-inch IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Powering the device is likely to be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset.
Camera specifications are also expected to mirror the Redmi Pad Pro, with an 8MP sensor on the back and another 8MP sensor on the front for selfies and video calls.
The Poco Pad might also support a stylus and a keyboard case, as hinted in a report last month.
Redmi Pad Pro
Audio is likely to be handled by a quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos for an immersive experience. Keeping the lights on will be a large 10,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.
In related news, the Redmi Pad Pro has appeared in the Google Play Console, which indicates its global release is close at hand. Another report claims that the Redmi Pad Pro’s 5G version, bearing the 24074RPD2G (global) / 24074RPD2I (Indian) / 24074RPD2C (China) and “ruan” codename, is also in the works. It will have the same specs as the Wi-Fi-only version but will also offer 5G connectivity.
Qualcomm is preparing for a major transition with the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, set to be officially unveiled in October. The new SoC will feature in-house CPU designs with custom Oryon cores. However, the shift towards independence may come at a cost for smartphone manufacturers.
Similar to Apple’s M-series chips, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is rumored to use TSMC’s advanced 3nm process (N3E). It will be the first time Qualcomm will leverage 3nm technology for its SoCs and while that should deliver improved performance and efficiency, it will lead to higher production costs.
That’s according to Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station who recently revealed that the wafer price of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 has increased, which will directly impact the final cost of the SoC.
This price hike wouldn’t be entirely surprising. Qualcomm had previously hinted at a higher price point for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 due to the adoption of Oryon cores.
This price hike could have a domino effect on the smartphone market. With a more expensive chip, phone makers might have to carefully consider their devices’ overall configurations to maintain competitive pricing.
For example, last year’s Redmi K70 Pro, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, was one of the most affordable flagships. However, with a pricier Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, achieving a similar price point for its successor could be challenging for companies like Xiaomi.
It’s worth noting that even the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 wasn’t cheap for manufacturers, reportedly costing around $200 per unit. A further price increase for the Gen 4 could put phone makers in a difficult position, forcing them to choose between sacrificing their profit margins or potentially increasing the end price for consumers.
iQOO just took the wraps off of its latest mid-range smartphone, the iQOO Z9x. Now if you’re in the market for a new phone, you might wonder how this new device compares to older models like the iQOO Z7x.
At first glance, there aren’t many differences between the iQOO Z9x and the Z7x. In fact in most cases, the hardware and software features of the Z9x are only slightly improved. And given that the Z7x is an older model, it might now be available at a discounted price, making it an attractive option.
However, the iQOO Z9x does offer some upgrades that could influence your decision. Let’s go through them in this comparison.
On the surface, the phones are quite similar. They sport a sleek plastic build, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a headphone jack – a welcome feature for audiophiles. However, the Z9x has a slightly larger display at 6.72 inches compared to the Z7x’s 6.64 inches.
The Z7x is also a bit heavier at 205g compared to the Z9x’s 199g. Additionally, the Z9x has an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance, while the Z7x lacks any form of ingress protection.
Both phones feature IPS LCD panels with a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling. Resolution-wise, they’re nearly identical too, offering a sharp 1080p+ viewing experience.
2. Performance
As for the performance, the Z7x is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset while the new Z9x has Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 under the helm.
Both are octa-core chipsets using similar cores: Cortex-A78 for high performance and Cortex-A55 for efficiency. However, it’s the core architecture that differs between these SoCs.
The 6 Gen 1 has four high-performance cores compared to two on the 695, both clocked at 2.2GHz. On the other hand, the 6 Gen 1 has four Cortex-A55 cores, while the 695 has six.
This means that while you can expect a similar day-to-day experience with both phones, the newer Z9x may have a slight edge in demanding tasks like gaming.
The Z9x also comes pre-installed with Android 14, whereas the Z7x comes with Android 13. Although there aren’t significant differences in software features, the Z9x will receive updates for a longer period, with major updates up to Android 16 and security patches until 2027.
Both phones offer similar memory configurations, ranging from 6GB to 12GB RAM and 128GB to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
3. Cameras
On paper, both phones sport a dual rear camera system with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. While megapixels don’t tell the whole story, you can expect decent photos in good lighting conditions from either of them.
Video recording capabilities differ between the two, with the Z9x offering up to 4K capture compared to the Z7x’s 1080p limit. The selfie cameras are identical at 8MP on both phones.
Without in-depth camera reviews, it’s difficult to say definitively which phone takes better pictures. So if you’re considering purchasing either of these phones, we recommend watching individual or comparative reviews to get a better understanding of their camera performance.
4. Battery and Charging
Thankfully, both phones come equipped with a massive 6000mAh battery, ensuring you can power through the day on a single charge. However, the Z7x takes the lead in the charging department with its 80W wired charging support. That will significantly reduce your charging time compared to the Z9x’s 44W.
5. Conclusion
While there aren’t many differences in specifications, the iQOO Z9x does offer some quality-of-life upgrades such as an IP rating, a longer software update promise, and a slightly better processor. Both phones are similarly priced too, so unless you find the iQOO Z7x at a good discount, it’s better to go with the newer model.
The Beelink SEi14 mini PC has now been released on the global market after its unveiling in China earlier this month. The Beelink SEi14 features the Intel Meteor Lake Core Ultra 5 125H chip. The mid-range Intel Core Ultra 5 125H chip is paired with 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It offers a triple display output and dust protection.
Beelink SEi14 mini PC
The Beelink SEi14 mini PC is the first Beelink offering to be powered by the Intel Meteor Lake Core Ultra 5 125H processor. The processor is paired with an Arc iGPU with 7 cores and can also connect to an eGPU via its Thunderbolt 4 port with a maximum speed of 40Gbps.
The Beelink SEi14 compares with the GMKtec K9 with similar performance ratings and configurations. The SEi14 comes with two SODIMM slots that can hold up to 96GB of DDR5 RAM @ 5,600MHz. It also has two PCI 4.0 slots for up to 8TB of storage. Apart from its Thunderbolt 4 port, the mini PC also features USB-C (x1), USB 3.2 (x2), DP 1.4 (x1) and HDMI (x1) interface. Wireless connectivity for the Beelink SEi14 is via Bluetooth 5.2 and WiFi 6.
The dimensions of the SEi14 are 135 x 135 x 44.7mm and can fit easily into the workspace. The mini PC has rounded corners like the Apple Mac Mini and also comes with an efficient cooling system. It is equipped with the MSC3.0-Vc vapor chamber for efficient heat management.
The Beelink SEi14 debuted in China at a launch price of 2,699 yuan ($373) but the global version is being offered at $799. It is noted that the product was released in China with several configuration options in terms of RAM and storage. The barebone version of the mini PC is priced at $540.
Thunderbird has unveiled a new TV series, the “Bluebird,” designed to be the perfect wall-mounted companions for your home entertainment needs. Available in four sizes – 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch, and 85-inch – these “true wallpaper TVs” boast sleek aesthetics and impressive features, with prices starting at 4,199 yuan (approximately $640 USD).
Thunderbird has used a hidden wiring design for cable management
The 55-inch and 65-inch models of the Bluebird series impress with an ultra-thin 27.9mm profile, making them look incredibly slim and stylish when mounted on your wall. To further enhance the clean look, Thunderbird has incorporated a hidden wiring design, eliminating cable clutter and keeping your entertainment space tidy. The TVs come with a unique aviation aluminum alloy magnetic frame, available in three color options: elm, mint green, and dawn wood. This allows you to choose a frame color that complements your existing decor.
For a smooth and visually stunning viewing experience, the Bluebird series boasts a 144Hz ultra-high refresh rate display with support for 240Hz dynamic acceleration. This translates to crisp, clear visuals with minimal lag, ideal for fast-paced content like sports or action movies.
The color reproduction on the Bluebird TVs is also noteworthy. With 93% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, these TVs deliver vibrant and realistic colors that stay true to the original content. Additionally, the color accuracy of ΔE≤0.99 ensures that what you see on the screen closely resembles the actual colors.
Under the hood, the Bluebird series is powered by an MT9653 chip (quad-core A73) and comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The TVs also feature two built-in 10W speakers for decent audio output.
For a smart and connected experience, the Bluebird TVs run on the Android 11.0 operating system and support Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 5. Connectivity options include HDMI 2.1, USB 3.0, and USB 2.0 interfaces, allowing you to connect various devices for a versatile entertainment setup.
TP-LINK has introduced a new outdoor security camera, the TL-IPC679V-A4, boasting a unique triple-camera system for comprehensive surveillance. This camera combines a high-resolution 4-megapixel fixed binocular camera with a 3-megapixel PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera. The binocular camera delivers a wide field of view and stitches images together to create a panoramic 32:10 image with exceptional resolution (3488 x 1088 pixels).
There is a unique triple-camera system incorporated in the camera
The PTZ camera offers additional functionality by automatically tracking intruders or vehicles, providing close-up views for identification purposes. This PTZ functionality allows for horizontal rotation of nearly 285 degrees and vertical rotation ranging from slightly downward to almost straight up. Mounting the camera is easy thanks to its upgraded adjustable bracket. This bracket allows for tilting the camera in five specific angles and horizontal adjustments throughout 360 degrees, ensuring you can achieve the perfect viewing angle for your needs.
Night vision is handled by high-power infrared LED lights for clear nighttime visibility. The camera also offers warm light illumination and three distinct night vision modes: infrared, full color, and a special humanoid detection full color mode. Two-way communication is another feature of the TL-IPC679V-A4, thanks to its built-in two-way voice intercom function.
Built to withstand the elements, the camera boasts an IP66 dustproof and waterproof rating, making it a reliable choice for outdoor security. Smart features include intelligent motion detection, the ability to detect objects crossing designated borders within the camera’s view, automatic recording, and alarm notifications.
For storage flexibility, the TP-Link camera supports local storage via microSD card (up to 512GB), cloud storage, and NVR storage.
The long-awaited AYANEO Pocket DMG Gameboy-styled retro gaming handheld has been fleshed up with more details via a Press Release by AYANEO. AYANEO is delivering the Pocket DMG as a premium Android gaming handheld that stands squarely with current top models. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3X Gen and also features an OLED display. The AYANEO Pocket DMG offers an unusual controller layout that stands out among its competitors.
The AYANEO Pocket DMG retro gaming handheld was first teased in November 2023. A full-length image of the Pocket DMG has now surfaced, together with key specs. The AYANEO Pocket DMG is a vertical retro gaming handheld similar to the Analogue Pocket and Anbernic RG405V, among others. It is equipped with a 3.92-inch OLED display with a resolution of 1,240 x 1,080 pixels and a 419 PPI. The display of the Pocket DMG is seemingly the most vibrant in the market among current retro gaming handhelds.
A major highlight of the AYANEO Pocket DMG is its choice of the Snapdragon G3X Gen 2 chipset. It is noted that the Snapdragon G3X Gen 2 is the same processor present in the AYANEO Pocket S, hence the Pocket DMG is capable of emulating most games. The new AYANEO Pocket DMG however comes with a single joystick. The company hopes to compensate this drawback by including a touchpad area that the joystick sits within, as an alternative.
AYANEO has not provided any specifics on the launch date of the Pocket DMG and the press release was also silent on the pricing of the model. It is however expected that the latest flagship AYANEO retro gaming handheld could berth on the market shortly.
The Chuwi CoreBox mini host has been unveiled in China. The new mini tower computer is powered by Intel’s 13th generation Core i5-13500H processor and comes with a 2.5G network port. The model is being offered at a starting price of 1,999 yuan ($274) for the barebone version.
Features
The Chuwi CoreBox mini host has a 54W TDP performance and the processor features 12 cores and 16 threads. The highest turbo frequency of the processor is 4.7GHz and it also has a 18MB cache. The mini host is equipped with a native DDR5 dual-channel slot and supports up to 64GB as well as two DDR5 5,200MHz memory sticks. It is noted that the model can also reach its full-speed operation of native PCIe 4.0 Gen 4*4 SSD.
The mini PC has a total of four display outputs including HDMI 2.0 (x2), USB-A (x6), DisplayPort 1.4 (x2), and a 2.5G network port. The model supports up to 4K video output with a 60Hz refresh rate. The mini host also has a DC power supply interface and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The CoreBox mini PC utilizes a downward-pressure all-aluminum cooling fan to achieve uniform and effective heat dissipation. Chuwi says the cooling process can achieve quiet and stable heat dissipation effectively.
Pricing
The price of the Chuwi CoreBox mini host is between 1,999 yuan ($274) and 2,699 yuan ($374). It can be purchased from retail platforms in China including JD. com. There are no indications yet about the global availability of the new Chuwi CoreBox mini host.
The Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S electric all-mountain bike has gone on sale in Europe. This comes on the heels of the release of the Van Rysel E-GRVL AF MD versatile e-bike a few days back. The Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S is a less-expensive version of the E-FEEL 900 S Team Edition in terms of its drivetrain and suspension.
The Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S electric all-mountain bike is built with impressive features but doesn’t come cheap
The Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S is an all-mountain electric bike that was first displayed at Roc d’Azur in 2023. It is equipped with a 250W Shimano EP801 motor with 600W peak power and a maximum torque of 85Nm. It features a 630Wh battery that takes about six hours to be fully recharged. The bike’s battery delivers an assistance range of 90km which is similar to that of the Team Edition model. The Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S also comes with the Shimano SC EN600 1.4-inch LCD which can be connected to its companion mobile app via Bluetooth.
The Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S electric all-mountain bike is equipped with 29-inch Rockrider Grip 500 tires for solid control. This is complemented by the TRP Trail Evo hydraulic disc brakes. In terms of its drivetrain, the E-FEEL 900 S features an 11-speed system with a Shimano Cues LinkGlide Di2 rear derailleur. It also comes with a RockShox Domain RC 160 mm suspension fork and RockShox Deluxe Select shock absorber. On the other hand, the Team Edition of the bike has a Shimano XT HyperGlide Di2 12-speed drivetrain with RockShox Zeb Ultimate shock absorber.
Pricing & Availability
The Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S is priced from €4,499.99 ($4,893) in the EU and £4,999.99 ($6,353) in the UK. The bike is available in sizes from S to XL and is significantly cheaper than the Team Edition model. There are no indications yet on the availability of the Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S electric all-mountain bike in other markets.
AYANEO has unveiled its latest mini PC device in the market. This is coming not too long after the company unveiled the retro AM02 mini PC in January this year. The AYANEO AM01S is powered by either the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS or the Ryzen 9 8845HS APU. The mini PC also comes with a flip-up display and can be adjusted to your desired angle.
Features
The product was showcased during the AYANEO REMAKE product-sharing session. The latest model in the AM0 mini PC lineup it features Zen 4 CPU cores and RDNA 3-based iGPU. The earlier models in the lineup are the AM01 and AM02. While the AM01 was recently refreshed with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800U chipset, the AM02 is only available with the Ryzen 7 7840HS APU. The Ryzen 7 8845HS and Ryzen 9 8845HS are the most powerful Hawk Point-HS APUs manufactured by AMD to date.
The AYANEO AM01S features two 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports, two HDMI, two USB4, and six USB-A interfaces. It also features a 3.5mm jack and a DC-in connection. The decent collection of ports allows the AYANEO AM01S to simultaneously connect to multiple devices.
The AYANEO AM01S mini PC is overclocked at 65W which is 20W higher than the default TDP of 45W. The flip-up display is an external differentiating factor for the AM01S from its predecessors. There are no display specifications yet for the new AYANEO mini PC. It is noted that both the AM01 and AM02 did not have a display.
Pricing & Availability
The company has yet to provide any pricing information, as well as the release date for the AYANEO AM01S mini PC.
There are two regular Book4 Edge models, one with a 14-inch display and the other with a 16-inch display. Book4 Edge Pro, on the other hand, comes only in a 16-inch model. These laptops have model numbers NP940XMA-KB1DE, NP960XMA-KB1DE, and NP960XMB-KB1DE.
Samsung’s advertisement image reveals that Snapdragon X Elite has 45 TOPS NPU computing power. All leaked ad images belong to the Book4 Edge Pro. The upcoming laptop features a 61.8Wh battery and supports 65W fast charging via USB-C. Samsung promises a 22-hour battery life during a movie playback at 1080p resolution and 150 nits screen brightness.
Additionally, it was already known that the Galaxy Book4 Edge Pro has dual USB-C ports, but newly emerged leaked images revealed that both ports support the USB 4.0 standard. Snapdragon X Elite is powerful enough to support not just one but two USB 4.0 ports.
Samsung will soon introduce new models in its popular Galaxy Tab series. New details about Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra have surfaced online.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus & Tab S10 Ultra
The Android Headlines team has found that Samsung is developing Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. The Galaxy Tab S10 Plus includes three model numbers: SM-X828U, SM-X826B, and SM-X826N. Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra carries the model number SM-X926B.
Galaxy Tab S10 Plus
The model number Galaxy Tab S10 doesn’t appear yet, and this could be because of Samsung may not have started working on it. The model numbers show where the devices will be available. Galaxy Tab S10 Plus will launch in Global, US, and Korean markets. Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra appears with Global model number only. However, it should be also available in Korea and the US. The absence of a Galaxy Tab S10 model number and the single model number for the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra suggest that Samsung might not release these tablets soon actually. Android Headlines team managed to spot Tab S10 Plus and Tab S10 Ultra’s model numbers only.
Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
The Android Headlines team also speculates on the release date for the Tab S10 series. They predict Samsung will unveil the Galaxy Tab S10 series in Q1 2025. This estimate follows Samsung’s pattern of releasing new Galaxy Tab S series models every 1.5 years. The Galaxy Tab S7 series launched in August 2020, followed by the Galaxy Tab S8 series 1.5 years later, and then the Galaxy Tab S9 series another 1.5 years after that. If this pattern holds, the Tab S10 series could arrive in January or February 2024.
With the latest update, OPPO Find X7 Ultra has become one of the phones to feature Google’s Ultra HDR format for Android. Ultra HDR format introduced for Android devices, is set to completely change mobile photography.
Ultra HDR photos are stored in the .jpg format. The main reason for this is to ensure that photos can be properly viewed on displays that do not support HDR, so SDR images will be shown on old devices as well. The HDR image will be shown on HDR supported displays. With Android now having native HDR support, HDR photos no longer need to be rendered in SDR. Bright areas will appear brighter, and shadows will be darker, just like in real life. The Ultra HDR format includes both the SDR image and the HDR Gain Map in its metadata.
Ultra HDR on OnePlus 12 & OPPO Find X7 Ultra
A recent update for the OPPO Find X7 Ultra brings support for Ultra HDR. The update, version number PHY110_14.0.1.628(CN01), has a size of 946.26 MB.
With this update, OPPO Find X7 Ultra can capture stunning Ultra HDR images in automatic, portrait, and night mode, with resolutions of either 12MP or 25MP. The good news continues for OnePlus 12 users, as this update has also been rolled out to OPPO’s sub-brand, OnePlus.
Ultra HDR on OnePlus 12
This means both phones can now capture and display Ultra HDR photos. However, it’s important to note that Ultra HDR format is currently not supported for .heic photos, and the screenshots shared by ITHome appear they are from ColorOS. Which is the Android skin offered by OPPO for Chinese users.
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