iQOO is gearing up to launch the iQOO 11 series in many markets around the globe. The series was recently teased for Malaysia, and it is also likely to launch before the end of the year in China.
The Indian market is rumored to see the launch of the iQOO 11 series in January 2023. Now, the iQOO 11 Pro has appeared on the Bureau of Indian Standards confirming that the pro model will be coming to India.
The listing has the device marked with I2212 model number. Other than that, it does not reveal any other details. So, let’s take a look at all the details available on the smartphone so far.
iQOO 11 Pro specs (rumored)
The 11 Pro will sport a 6.78-inch E6 AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate support. It will feature an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner under the display. Under the hood, the device will feature the recently announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, complemented by up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage.
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According to claims made about the cameras, the iQOO 11 Pro has a quad-rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP secondary lens, a 48MP sensor, and a 64MP lens. The front camera includes a 32MP sensor and may be used for video calls and selfies. The smartphone will also bring the recently unveiled V2 imaging chip which will also be present in the upcoming Vivo X90 series.
The phone reportedly has a 4,700mAh battery with 200W wired charging and 50W wireless capabilities. The operating system will be based on Android 13 with Funtouch OS 13 layered on top.
Samsung is known to launch its flagship Galaxy S series smartphones in two chipset variants. The Qualcomm chipset variant usually goes to markets like the US while the inferior Samsung Exynos chipset variants are typically sold in the European markets.
However, it appears that Samsung is bringing the recently launched Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset to the European markets this year. And not only that but an exclusive high-frequency version, as pointed out by known tipster Ice Universe.
The upcoming Galaxy S23 Ultra (model number SM-S918B) reportedly achieves a 1,504 single-core score and a 4,580 multi-core score on an alleged benchmark run from Geekbench 5, according to information released by Ice Universe. Of course, this is while running Android 13. The model that was tested used 8GB of RAM.
The main difference from other Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chips is that the Cortex-X3-based Kryo Prime core is running at 3.36GHz, instead of the usual 3.2 GHz. The other seven cores on the octa-core chip are running at the usual frequencies. Since Ice Universe shared this tweet, Samsung has apparently had another go at Geekbench with the S23 Ultra, which this time was able to slightly improve its single-core performance by scoring 1530 points and managed a significant jump in the multicore performance with a score of 4779 points.
It’s unclear how much of a difference, if any, these higher-clocked chips will have in real-world usage compared to the usual garden variety Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. Maybe the move has to do more with Samsung trying to whip off the blemish that was caused by the recent performance-throttling (GOS) scandal for which the brand publically apologized after being caught. You can read our previous coverage of the Samsung GOS scandal here.
Earlier this week, Nothing held a flash sale for its latest Nothing Ear (Stick) TWS earphones in India. If you were not able to get your hands on a pair of earbuds on that day, worry not as the earphones will finally be available on the market starting today.
Nothing Ear (Stick) pricing & availability
The Nothing Ear (Stick) will go on sale today (November 17) starting at 12 PM. It will be available to purchase with a price tag of Rs 8,499 from Flipkart and Myntra. Customers who already own a Nothing product like the Nothing Phone (1) and Nothing Ear (1) can get a discount of Rs 1,000 on their purchase.
Customers must use the same Flipkart account they used to purchase the Nothing Phone (1) or Nothing Ear in order to take advantage of the discount offer when purchasing the Nothing Ear (Stick) (1).
Nothing Ear (Stick) specs & features
Nothing says that the Ear (Stick) earbuds’ half-in-ear shape provides a better and more comfortable fit than typical in-ear TWS buds. The earbuds support both the AAC and SBC codecs and include 12.6mm dynamic drivers. A Bass Lock option is also available to prevent sound leakage. This TWS case is transparent and cylindrical in shape, with a lipstick-like rolling mechanism for opening the case.
Despite the absence of ANC, the gadget can nevertheless eliminate louder background noises and amplify the voice for wind- and crowd-proof calls. The earphones include touch controls located on each earbud. They allow you to play, pause, skip music, activate voice assistance and adjust the volume. The battery life of the Ear (Stick) is 7 hours on a single charge and 29 hours when coupled with the case. It lacks wireless charging, but it does have cable charging in the form of a USB Type-C connection.
Other features include customizable EQ and movements, low latency mode, in-ear identification, Bluetooth 5.2, IP54 certification, Google Fast Pair, and the Nothing X app (1).
The OnePlus 11 hasn’t been teased by the company yet, but reports say it will come out in China this year. Recent reports have already shed a lot of information on the design and specifications of the OnePlus 11. Today, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station claimed that this generation (OnePlus 11) will mainly focus on two aspects: design and performance.
The tipster claimed that in terms of design, the OnePlus 11 will have a 2K resolution supporting screen with curved edges and a corner punch-hole. He also said that the engineering prototype of the device has a middle frame made of metal and a body made of ceramic.
The OnePlus 11 may also be the last device from the company to have a screen with a corner punch-hole, according to the source.
OenPlus 11 CAD renders by SmartPrix, OnLeaks
As far as performance is concerned, the OnePlus 11 will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform, which has recently gone official. In addition, the device will be equipped with 16 GB of RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.
OnePlus 11 Specifications (Rumored)
According to OnePlus 11reports, it will boast a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and an under-display fingerprint scanner. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered phone will run on the Android 13 operating system, with ColorOS 13 on top. Its base model is believed to have 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, while its top model may have 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.
Its rear camera system will have a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom. For selfies, it will have a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. The smartphone will have a 5,000mAh battery and support 100W charging.
Vivo has silently announced a new phone called the Vivo V21s 5G in Taiwan. Yes, it is a V21 series phone! The company has already launched the Vivo V23 and V25 series of smartphones in the country, and now it has unveiled the V21s 5G. Here is all the information on its specifications, features, and price.
Vivo V21s 5G specifications and features
The Vivo V21s 5G has a 6.44-inch AMOLED display that produces an FHD+ resolution of 2404 x 1080 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it features the Dimensity 800U chipset and 8 GB of RAM.
Vivo V21s 5G
The phone runs on Android 12 OS, which is overlaid with FunTouch OS 12. It offers a built-in storage capacity of 128 GB. There is a 4,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.
On the front, the Vivo V21s 5G has a 44-megapixel selfie camera with OIS support. The back panel of the device features a 64-megapixel main camera with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide snapper, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.
The Vivo V21s 5G offers connectivity features like dual SIM support, 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The Vivo V21s 5G measures 159.68 x 73.90 x 7.29mm and weighs around 177 grams. We could not find any major difference between the V21s 5G and the older Vivo V21 5G smartphones.
Vivo V21s 5G price and availability
The Vivo V21s 5G costs NT$ 11,490 (Rs 30,050). It is available in Taiwan in two colors, such as Dark Blue and Colorful.
The Oppo Reno 9 series landing page is now available on Oppo China’s website. It confirms that the new Reno models will be announced at 2:30 pm (local time) on Nov. 24 in China. The website has dedicated pages for the Reno 9 5G, Reno 9 Pro 5G, and Reno 9 Pro+ 5G. Each of the listed devices has revealed its official renders and configurations.
In the images below, the Oppo Reno 9, Reno 9 Pro, and Reno 9 Pro+ can be seen sporting an identical front design. The displays of all three devices have curved edges, a centrally aligned punch-hole, and an under-display fingerprint scanner.
The camera modules of the Reno 9 and 9 Pro sit flush with the rest of the back. Both phones have a dual-camera unit. The Reno 9 Pro+, on the other hand, has a protruding camera module that houses a triple camera unit. The “Powered by MariSilicon” text can be seen in the camera unit of both Pro models.
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The Reno 9 and 9 Pro have two holes on the top edge, which could be for a microphone and an IR blaster. The extra hole available on the topside of the Reno 9 Pro+ could be for the speaker. The bottom edge of the Reno 9 lineup features a SIM slot, a microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille. The Reno 9 series’ left spine has volume up / down buttons and its right side features a power button.
OPPO Reno 9 5GOPPO Reno 9 Pro 5GOPPO Reno 9 Pro Plus 5G
The Reno 9 and 9 Pro will arrive in same colors, such as black, gold, and gradient gold. The 9 Pro+ will come in black, green, and gold colors.
The Reno 9 will be available in three variants, such as 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB of storage. The Reno 9 Pro and 9 Pro+ will be offered in identical variants, such as 16 GB RAM + 256 GB storage and 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage.
Vivo X90, X90 Pro, X90 Pro+, and Vivo TWS 3 earbuds will be unveiled on Nov. 22 in China. In recent days, the 3C authority of China has approved a couple of Vivo phones with model numbers V2241A, V2242A, and V2227A. These devices are believed to be the Vivo X90, X90 Pro, and X90 Pro+. In a new development, the V2241A has been certified by the TENAA authority of China. As usual, the listing (via. TechGoing) has revealed all the major specs of the phone.
Vivo X90 specifications (rumored)
Vivo X90 leaked render by 91mobiles
The Vivo X90 is fitted with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display that offers 1260 x 2800 pixels resolution, 10-bit colors, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The images of the device have not yet appeared in the TENAA listing. However, its design is no secret, as leaked renders have already revealed how it looks and in what colors it will be made available.
The TENAA listing of the Vivo X90 reveals that it is powered by a 3.05GHz octa-core processor, which is nothing but the Dimensity 9200 chipset. The handset will arrive with 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of built-in storage. It will come preloaded with the Android 13 OS, which will be overlaid with the OriginOS 3 UI.
The device packs a 2,345mAh dual-cell battery (4,800mAh could be the typical value). The 3C certification of the device that surfaced at the beginning of this month revealed that it may support 120W fast charging. For selfies, it will feature a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. On the back of the device, there will be a triple camera unit with a 50-megapixel main camera, which could be a Sony IMX8-series sensor, a 12-megapixel portrait lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom.
The Vivo X90 will have an IR blaster, among other connectivity features. It measures 164.10 x 74.44 x 8.8mm and weighs 196 grams. As can be seen in the above-shown leaked renders, the X90 will be available in black, blue, and red colors.
Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 12 series at the end of last month but there is already a lot of positive feedback about it. The vanilla version, Redmi Note 12, is one of the best devices of this year in terms of value for money. It brings a great display, decent performance, and long battery life to the market at a very affordable price, as well as 5G connectivity. But is it the most interesting value for money device in its price range? There is no better way to understand it than a comparison with the other best phones from other brands located in the same price range. One of them is definitely the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, also known in the global market as the OPPO Reno7 4G. Here, you can find a comparison between the main specifications of the Redmi Note 12 and the OPPO F21 Pro 4G which will help you to understand which phone fits your needs the most.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs OPPO F21 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
OPPO F21 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
165.9 x 76.2 x 8 mm,
188 g
159.9 x 73.2 x 7.5 mm,
175 g
DISPLAY
6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
Dual 48 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4
8 MP f/2.0 front camera
Triple 64 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/3.3 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.4 front camera
BATTERY
5000 mAh, fast charging 33W
4500 mAh, fast charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
5G, dual SIM, IP53 dust and splash resistant
5G, dual SIM, reverse charging, RGB LED light, IPX4 certification
Design
The most beautiful and intriguing design belongs to the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, also known as the OPPO Reno7 4G in Europe. Its rear design is made of faux leather and the phone is more compact, thinner, and even lighter than the Redmi Note 12. On the front, it has a punch hole display with a hole placed in the upper left corner. The OPPO F21 Pro 4G is protected by the IPX4 certification making it splashproof, it has a very interesting RGB ring light around the rear camera which can be used as a notification LED, and it can also be customized. The Redmi Note 12 by Xiaomi is not an ugly phone, but it is bigger and chunkier than its rival, and it has a plastic body. But it comes with the IP53 certification making it dust resistant and splash resistant.
Display
The display of the Redmi Note 12 is superior to the one of the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, at least judging from the specs on the paper. It is an AMOLED panel with a wider diagonal of 6.67 inches, a Full HD Plus resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. Despite having an AMOLED panel, the Redmi Note 12 has a side-mounted fingerprint reader, placed on the power key. It has a mono speaker and a 3.5 mm audio jack. With the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, you get an AMOLED display with a smaller diagonal of 6.43 inches, a Full HD Plus resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 90 Hz refresh rate, a peak brightness of 800 nits, and an in-display fingerprint reader. As you see, the brightness is lower and the refresh rate is too. Just like its rival, it has a mono speaker and a 3.5 mm audio jack.
Specs & Software
The Redmi Note 12 is one of the first phones powered by the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 mobile platform. It is a chipset built with a 6 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture composed of two Cortex A78 performance cores running at a max frequency of 2 GHz, six Cortex A55 efficiency cores running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 619 GPU. It is better than the Snapdragon 680 chipset found on the OPPO F21 Pro, built at 6 nm and running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz. Both phones feature up to 8 GB of RAM, but there is a difference when it comes to internal storage. The Redmi Note 12 goes up to 256 GB of storage, but it lacks a micro SD slot, while the OPPO F21 Pro 4G has 128 GB of native storage and it is expandable. Both phones run Android 12 out of the box but are customized by different user interfaces.
Camera
The OPPO F21 Pro 4G wins the camera comparison thanks to a better 64 MP main camera and a better 32 MP selfie snapper. The Redmi is disappointing with its 48 MP rear camera and 8 MP selfie shooter.
The Redmi Note 12 wins the battery life comparison thanks to its bigger 5000 mAh battery (instead of just 4500 mAh). Both phones feature 33W fast charging.
Price
OPPO F21 Pro 4G starts from €280/$290, while the base variant of the Redmi Note 12 costs just $189/€182, but with half of the RAM. Which one would you pick?
An Apple aficionado has paid more than $218,000 for Apple founder, late Steve Jobs’ pair of sandals. The memorable and grubby Birkenstock sandals reportedly still have sweat stains from Jobs. The buyer who remains anonymous purchased the old sandals through the Icons & Idols: Rock ‘N’ Roll Auction by Julien’s House. The sandals also come with NFC.
The auction house says the old Steve Jobs sandals were saved by Mark Sheff, a former house manager for Jobs. Sheff is reported to have picked the sandals from trash during his time working in the Apple co-founder’s house. This was after one of Jobs’ house cleanout exercises. The auction house valued its expectation of the Birkenstock sandals at $60,000 but it almost quadrupled such expectation with its final price of $218,750. The NFT that was offered to the auction winner together with the physical sandals contains a 360-degree representation of the memorabilia.
The remarkable purchase of the Birkenstock sandals belonging to the Apple co-founder has again fueled the perspective of the existence of an Apple cult. For a fact, the Cupertino-based tech behemoth had drawn millions of people under its canopy with its panoply of cutting-edge iPhones, laptops, smartwatches, and other tech devices. The existence of an actual Apple cult is unlikely, but the company continues to draw new fans into its fold while some others have obviously given Jobs a cult status, years after his demise.
Blaupunkt BTW09 Moksha TWS earbuds have been launched in India. The earbuds come with hybrid ANC (active noise cancellation) of up to 35 dB that is claimed to eliminate outside sound even in the noisiest places. The company says that the TWS can provide up to 60 hours of playtime when combined with the charging case. There is Blink Pair technology, which allows the earphones to quickly pair with the smartphone once you open the case. Let’s have a closer look at the specs and features of the hearables.
On the specifications front, the Blaupunkt BTW09 Moksha has a lightweight design and is powered by 10mm drivers. The earbuds feature Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation technology with 6 microphones (3 in each bud), each serving a specific function. The TWS has three modes—Normal, ANC, and Ambient. The normal mode is for listening to music, and ANC is for noisy environments. The ambient mode can be used to stay aware of the environment while also listening to audio.
The Blaupunkt earbuds offer Bluetooth v5.2 connectivity with a maximum operating distance of 10 meters. The earbuds have an IPX5-rated body that is dust- and water-resistant and are compatible with all Bluetooth audio devices that support the Bluetooth A2DP profile. They have a lightweight, ergonomic design and can deliver a latency rate of up to 60 milliseconds for gaming.
The earbuds have touch controls to answer or reject calls, control volume, and skip tracks. Each earbud has a 45mAh battery, while the case packs a 470mAh unit. The company says the earphones combined with the case can provide up to 60 hours of playback at 50% volume. Further, the Blaupunkt BTW09 Moksha comes with TurboVolt fast charging technology and can offer 4.5 hours of playtime with just 15 minutes of charge.
The Blaupunkt BTW09 Moksha TWS earbuds price in India is set at Rs 3,999, and they are offered in a sole Black color. The earbuds can be purchased from Amazon and Blaupunkt’s own website.
Realme has been gearing up to launch its multiple smartphones across the globe. They have recently launched the Realme 10 smartphone. The teasers regarding the launch of the Realme 10 lineup are already up in India, hinting at an imminent launch. Now, ahead of nowhere, an upcoming Realme smartphone has been spotted online on the 3C authority of China. It could be the next Realme device, which is in the pipeline for the launch.
An upcoming Realme smartphone with the model number RMX 3617 has been listed on the 3C authority of China. The certification doesn’t reveal much information regarding the device, but it does confirm that it will be a 5G network-supported smartphone and will bring support for up to 33W fast wired charging. As the device have the support for 33W fast wired charging, we can expect it to be a budget-oriented smartphone.
RMX 3617 at 3C certification
For reference, the Realme 9i 5G has the model number RMX 3612, which is very similar to the one listed recently. It could easily land as a successor to the Realme 9i 5G and the brand is already working on its Realme 10 lineup of smartphones, so it could also be the Realme 10i 5G. Anyway, there is zero information available regarding smartphones on the internet, and therefore we can’t really conclude anything regarding it as of now.
Talking about the Realme 9i 5G, it offers specifications like a 6.6-inches FullHD+ IPS LCD panel with 90Hz refresh rate, MediaTek Dimensity 800 5G chipset coupled with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard internal storage. It has got a dual rear camera setup with a 50-megapixels primary lens and a 2-megapixel secondary lens. On the front, we have an 8-megapixels selfie snapper housed in the waterdrop notch cutout. It packs a 5000mAh battery with the support for 18W fast wired charging.
The MagSafe puck, MagSafe Duo, and MagSafe Battery Pack are the only MagSafe accessories that Apple offers for iPhones. A new image making the rounds online indicates that the company may have thought about releasing a new MagSafe charger for iPhones, but it ultimately decided against this decision for a number of reasons. Apple might have felt that this metal stand, which can only hold iPhones in landscape orientation, doesn’t really make much sense. Let’s see how it looks and what could be the possible reasons behind abandoning it.
Known Twitter handle, @TheBlueMister, shared an image of the unreleased product from Apple. TheBlueMister which is a group of collectors on the social media platform that shares details about the prototypes and pre-release Apple devices and accessories. The group has now shared an image of the unreleased Apple product, which is an iPhone charger with a metal stand. The device was reportedly planned to launch in the market with the moniker “Apple Magic Charger”. This is what name we get when we plug the device into a Mac.
Apple Magic Charger
Finally, the product itself has a substantial aluminum base that gives it a firm grip. A MagSafe Puck circular cutout is also present in the base. It can either stand vertically or lie flat. It resembles the Apple Watch Charger on MagSafe Duo very much. The stand has a rubberized covering on the bottom to give it a secure grip. There is also a permanently attached USB Type-C port that will undoubtedly be used for charging.
In terms of the brand’s decision to withdraw the product, we believe its holding capacity to be the main factor. The spherical magnetic MagSafe puck is too low to support the vertical position, therefore the Magic Charger can only really hold an iPhone in landscape configuration. As it genuinely makes no sense and greatly diminishes the product’s practicability, this may be the only reason to give up on it. However, there can be additional factors as well.
Apple has rolled out an update of its iPhone 14 lineup that now supports Emergency SOS via satellite. The Apple iPhone 14 series consists of the iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max. The Emergency SOS feature allows compatible iPhones to send emergency messages in places where there are no cell towers in range. The new feature is only available in the US and Canada for now.
Apple had spent more than $450 million in research to bring its iPhone 14 series to be compatible with emergency service via satellite. The Cupertino-based tech powerhouse had collaborated with Globalstar whose 24 low-orbit satellites cover the range in North America. The cutting-edge satellite connectivity is within the L- and S-bands spectrum for mobile devices. Barriers like trees could block signals for main smartphone connectivity but are strong enough for the SOS function.
Once an Emergency SOS via satellite connection has been made, the user will need to carry out an SMS conversation and provide more details including your medical ID and emergency contacts. The feature also works with the Find My app to locate the device if lost or stolen. It can be used to keep an emergency contact and the information is safeguarded via end-to-end encryption. The update can be tested in a demo mode in iPhone 14 models in the US and Canada.
Apple advises that the Emergency SOS via satellite feature works well in areas where there is a clear view of the sky and horizon. There are also on-screen instructions that guide the connectivity via satellite. There are no indications yet whether this feature will be used in other jurisdictions.
Apple finally introduced the Always-on-Display functionality with the iPhone 14 Pro models, and the Cupertino company decided to do something different with the AOD by dimming the screen but keeping all other contents on full display. Now, with the latest iOS 16.2 Beta 3 release, Apple is bringing some welcome AOD improvements to iPhone 14 Pro phones. Here are the details.
Apple recently released the iOS 16.2 Beta 3 update, which brings plenty of bug fixes and some improvements (via MacRumors). The beta build also introduces new Always On Display customization options for the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. It adds the ability to hide the wallpaper and disable notifications.
As mentioned, Apple’s approach to AOD is very different from that of the Android pack. The latter chooses to dim everything on the display and only show the clock and some notifications in black and white. While the former shows the time, widgets, a dimmed version of the wallpaper, and even artwork if the user is listening to something.
However, iPhone 14 Pro users will now be able to disable the wallpaper and switch to a black screen while in AOD mode. The display will still show the time, date, and any widgets users have set. Furthermore, notifications can now be turned off, ensuring a cleaner AOD experience.
The update is currently available for those who are in the Developer Program, and new users will have to pay a small fee to be a part of it. A public beta build is also expected to be released very soon, which will allow you to try all-new features without paying anything.
Fossil will release the Diesel Griffed Gen 6 with Wear OS 3 in December. The latest Wear OS 3 smartwatch. It will be the first flagship Diesel smartwatch released since 2019 when the Diesel Axial was unveiled.
A Diesel smartwatch was expected to be released earlier this year in line with its traditional schedule but that did not happen. The Diesel Fadellite was a non-flagship but unique model released after the Axial. It had a transparent band and mixed specifications even for Wear OS. The Diesel Griffed Gen 6 comes with significant improvements over the Diesel Axial and is based on Fossil’s Gen 6 platform. It is powered by the Snapdragon 4100+ processor with a 1GB/ 8GB RAM/ storage configuration. It can be charged from 0-80% in about 30 minutes which is an improvement from its predecessor.
The Diesel Griffed Gen 6 will run on Wear OS 3 out of the box. This is coming barely a month after Fossil launched the Wear OS 3 update together with its Gen 6 Wellness Edition smartwatch. The Griffed Gen 6 supports Amazon Alexa but Google Assistant functionality is lacking. There are several watch faces supported including from third-party applications. The smartwatch also supports making and receiving calls via the gadget. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi connectivity, as well as GPS and NFC for Google Wallet. Health and fitness sensors are also present in the Griffed Gen 6 including heart rate, blood oxygen, and workout tracking.
The Diesel Griffed Gen 6 has a $350 price tag. It will be available from December 1 in silver/black or gunmetal/ black options. The strap options include metal, leather, and Diesel-branded nylon/ silicone. Global availability and pricing details are lacking for the smartwatch at this time.
The Swytch e-bike conversion kit with a 250W geared hub motor has been released. The new e-bike conversion kit has a simple design and is highly affordable. It also has a robust outlook and is straightforward to install.
The Swytch e-bike conversion kit is basically a front-wheel drive kit and entails a complete replacement of the front wheel. It comes in 13 wheel sizes and is compatible with a wide range of bicycles including folding bikes. Its 250W geared hub motor is mounted on the stock front dropout of the bike. The 98kWh battery pack is tablet-shaped and mounts onto a bracket on the handlebars. The 36V, 98Wh Lithium-ion AIR battery pack delivers a range of 9 miles (~14km). The battery can be fully charged in about 1 hour and a pedal sensor is included in the kit. This allows the user to enjoy pedal-assist functionality for the bike.
The conversion kit is suitable for short rides around the neighborhood because of its limited range. A larger battery option is available that extends the range of the converted bike to 19 miles (~31km). The installation of the conversion kit is easily accomplished within minutes. It is also compatible with both disc and rim brake setups on the bicycles.
The Swytch e-bike conversion kit is quite affordable with a $449 price tag. This could offer lots of e-bike enthusiasts an option to enjoy the feel of the ride at an affordable price. Unfortunately, you still have to pre-order the product from the company’s website as it is not readily available at the moment.
Today, Qualcomm unveiled its next-gen flagship chipset, dubbed the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The new SoC brings improved performance and up to 40% higher efficiency. Brands like OnePlus and Xiaomi have already revealed that their upcoming flagships will feature the new Qualcomm chipset. Now, Meizu has joined the party, confirming it also has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-equipped smartphone, likely the Meizu 19, in the works. Here are the details.
Meizu’s official Weibo handle recently announced that the brand’s upcoming flagship smartphone will be the first to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. Xiaomi has also made similar claims, so we will have to wait and see who wins. The Chinese OEM did not reveal the name of the handset, but we expect it to be the Meizu 19, since its predecessor— Meizu 18—launched almost a year ago.
It has been reported that Meizu’s new phone has been manufactured by Foxconn. The handset should still be in the trial production and proofing stage. We can expect to launch next year in January. More details will likely emerge soon.
If we talk about the newly launched Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, it is fabbed on a 4nm process node and has a new 1+2+2+3 architecture, that includes a 3.2GHz Kryo super core based on Cortex-X3, four 2.8GHz performance cores (2×Cortex A715+ 2×Cortex A710) and three 2.0GHz Cortex-A510 energy efficiency cores.
Qualcomm says the new chipset brings significant improvements as compared to the first-generation Snapdragon 8 mobile platform. The performance of the upgraded Qualcomm Adreno GPU of the 8 Gen 2 has increased by 25%, and the energy efficiency of the Qualcomm Kryo CPU has increased by 40%.
Earlier this year, Google had shown off an entirely new UI for the upcoming Android Auto. Without a doubt, the new, streamlined UI looks pretty interesting. Incorporating a new multi-column design into the new design also significantly improves usability. Google had previously stated that the new UI would be made available to the public in the summer of 2022, but the company was unable to fulfil this promise. The IT giant has finally begun releasing the update, though, so that’s good news.
Speaking of Android Auto’s new updated user interface, it delivers a new simple, minimalist, and streamlined UI. As it features a split-screen UI that displays numerous widgets depending on the screen size and aspect ratio, Google has also incorporated an Auto redesign function that enables the UI to adopt all types of screens; portrait, landscape, and ultrawide. The new UI map has also been improved for the driver’s accessibility. The new app dock, which is quite similar to the app dock in Android 12L, is persistent and makes switching between apps simpler.
The multimedia card can now dynamically change in size. A more elegant design has been added to it. Google has also mentioned Android Auto’s compatibility with the Material You colour theme. By pressing the clock area, you can now access the status symbols and notifications in one convenient location. One swipe will access Google Assistant’s recommendations for music and media. So, here is how Android Auto’s freshly updated user interface appears.
However, the upgrade is currently only available to those who have signed up for the public beta, so if you are not one of them, you will be unable to enjoy the new user interface right now. But given that the system’s stable release comes after the public beta rollout, we can expect the full stable rollout to occur in the coming weeks. Google presently has no official words for it.
Lenovo is reportedly working on a new flagship tablet for the Android market. The gadget will debut as the most powerful tablet ever launched by Lenovo. Ahead of any official announcement, the forthcoming Lenovo flagship tablet has been listed on the Google Play Console certification. As per the certification, it will launch in the market as “Lenovo Tab Extreme.”
An upcoming Lenovo tablet with the model number TB570FU was recently spotted on the Play Console certification website. The device is said to be no other than the upcoming Lenovo Tab Extreme. The certification website reveals some of the key specifications of the tablet, along with an image showcasing how the product might actually look like. The image of the tablet attached to the website confirms that it will have a large screen with symmetrical bezels all around the display. The selfie camera is housed inside the center of the top bezel when placed in landscape mode. On the left edge and top edge, respectively, are the volume controls and the power button.
According to the website, the tablet will flaunt a panel with 3000*1876 pixel resolution. It will be powered by the MT8798Z chipset, which is no other than the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. The chipset will have an ARM Cortex X2 clocked at 3050MHz, 3X ARM Cortex A710 clocked at 2850MHz, and 4X ARM Cortex A510 clocked at 1800MHz. The graphic-intensive tasks will be handled by the Mali G710 GPU. The website confirms that it will have 8GB of RAM and will boot up Android 13 right out of the box.
Unfortunately, we don’t have any more information about the upcoming Lenovo Tab Extreme. The launch may happen before the Google Pixel tablet’s formal introduction. Watch out any official posts or teasers about the tablet appear in the coming days or not.
US fabless chip maker Qualcomm today officially announced its latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform which is expected to power the next-gen flagship smartphones. The chipset is confirmed to start rolling out on smartphones before the end of the year but Qualcomm only announced some partners without mentioning which brand will be the first to utilize the new chip. Some of the partners revealed include ASUS ROG, Honor, iQOO, Motorola, Nubia, OnePlus, OPPO, Xiaomi, Red Magic, Redmi, Sharp, Sony, Vivo, Meizu, and ZTE. Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun has disclosed on Weibo that the brand’s upcoming flagship phone will be the first to utilize the new chipset.
Apart from revealing that the second-gen Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 platform will first feature on a Xiaomi flagship, the CEO also extolled the chipset as providing a high level of coordination between software and hardware in order to create a better performance and battery life balance in its product.
The CEO failed to reveal the name of the flagship device that would utilize the chipset. In line with its usual practice, Xiaomi will release a new generation of flagship models at the end of each year or the beginning of the next year. This year’s Mi 12 series was announced on December 28, 2021. The company followed up with the 12S series launch in July this year. We’ll have to wait a few more weeks, though, to find out the name of the product.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform adopts a new 1+2+2+3 architecture, including a 3.2GHz super-large core (based on Cortex-X3), four 2.8GHz performance cores, and three 2.0GHz efficiency cores. In addition, the new processor uses the Snapdragon X70 5G modem and RF system integrated with Qualcomm’s 5G AI processor. It is also the first Snapdragon mobile platform to support the use of two different 5G networks simultaneously.
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