Samsung Galaxy S21 Series Now Getting Stable One UI 5 Update in India & Other Asian Regions

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Nov 14, 2022

Samsung released the stable Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy S21 series in Europe last week, and now it has started extending the update to other regions. In the latest development, the Galaxy S21 smartphones in India, Kazakhstan, and Russia are now getting a stable One UI 5 update. Let’s look at the details.

As reported by SamMobile, Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 5 update to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra in India, Kazakhstan, and Russia. The update comes with firmware version G99xBXXU5DVJC and includes the November 2022 security patch as well.

The new software is available for smartphones running One UI 4.1.1. It comes with a download size of around 2GB, so consider installing it over Wi-Fi if your carrier’s deal is not data-heavy. One UI 5.0 beta testers is getting the same update, with a download size of around 275MB.

We currently do not have access to the changelog of the update because Samsung hasn’t announced the rollout officially. We can expect the software to bring all the new features the South Korean company introduced with the One UI 5.0. Users should see loads of visual changes, including new notification UI, icons, and more.

Galaxy S21 users residing in the countries mentioned above can download the new software by going to Settings, selecting Software Update, and tapping “Download and install.” Also, it is worth mentioning that the Galaxy S21 FE will be receiving the update separately.

Samsung is doing a commendable job of updating its devices. It began rolling out the first stable One UI 5.0 update on October 24 to its Galaxy S22 series flagships and has since brought the software to a number of its older flagships, foldables, and A-series devices.

Hyundai Motor Group Ties up With LG Uplus for Wireless Communication Services

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Chandan

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Nov 14, 2022

According to reports, the Hyundai Motor Group has collaborated with LG Uplus Corporation, the third-largest mobile carrier service provider in South Korea, to offer a unique solution for wireless communication in cars. According to reports, the company would cooperate with Hyundai under a long-term contract they both signed. The agreement relates to the communication service, and because of it, we might see improvements in Hyundai cars as early as next year.

A linked automobile is a car that has a wireless communications network attached to its system, allowing it to be remotely managed and enable numerous infotainment applications. It has been reported that LG has agreements with Kia Corp. and Genesis, two other major automakers. In accordance with the contract, LG will only offer connectivity services to the three brands for their linked vehicles. The length and cost of the contract were not disclosed by either party.

Hyundai Motors is currently receiving wireless services from the brands like SK Telecom Co. and KT Corp. The deal with other brands may or may not get affected because of the latest agreement signed between LG and Hyundai.

LG Uplus will start exclusively supplying wireless communication services to Hyundai starting January 2023. Connected cars coming from the house of Hyundai after Jan ’23 are expected to utilize LG’s wireless communication services.

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Samsung Galaxy M04 Support Page Goes Live in India, Could Be a Rebranded Galaxy A04e

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Anurag

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Nov 14, 2022

Samsung is reportedly working on a new entry-level smartphone, dubbed Galaxy M04. It was first spotted on Geekbench in July, followed by certification sites like Bluetooth SIG and BIS India. The Korean company is yet to reveal any details about the upcoming handset. However, we can expect the smartphone to launch pretty soon since its support page has now gone live in India. Also, it has been revealed that the Galaxy M04 could be a rebranded Galaxy A04e. Let’s look at the details.

The support page for the Samsung Galaxy M04 has gone live on the company’s official India website (via MySmartPrice). It has been listed with the model number SM-M045F. The handset’s support page does not reveal any specifications. However, the user manual suggests the Galaxy M04 will launch in the country as a rebadged version of the Galaxy A04e, which was launched last month in some regions.

Galaxy A04e Specifications

The Galaxy A04e debuted last month (October) with a 6.5-inch PLS LCD panel that offers an HD+ resolution. The display has a waterdrop notch that features a 5-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. For photography, it has a 13-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor on the back. On the software front, the device runs Android 12 OS with One UI Core 4.1 (toned-down version of One UI for entry-level models) skin on top.

Powering the handset is an unnamed octa-core chipset, which is believed to be the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset. The processor comes paired with 3 GB / 4 GB of RAM. The Galaxy A04e packs a 5,000mAh that supports 10W charging. The handset has a plastic body. It measures 164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1mm and weighs 188 grams.

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iPhones Reportedly Transmitted Apple Analytics Data; Class Action Lawsuit Filed

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Chandan

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Nov 14, 2022

A security researcher has just discovered that Apple analytics data is collected and sent from iPhones, irrespective of the user’s permission. The researcher further says that the amount of data it collects is really shocking.

Known developer and security researcher Tommy Mysk recently discovered a flaw in the privacy of Apple’s software. Mysk had previously reported that Apple apps bypass the VPN connections in order to send data to Apple. He further reported that the Mail app on the Apple Watch was not using the Mail Privacy Protection feature.

We are all aware that before sending Apple Analytics Data, Apple requests users’ permission. If the permission is disabled, the data should not be communicated to the company, however, that is not the case in this instance. According to reports, the company is gathering Apple Analytics information without the users’ knowledge or consent. In fact, the researcher has said that he could not tell whether the user had opted to accept or reject authorization because there was no difference at all in the data sent.

Mysk claimed that even with consent, the amount and level of data would be excessive because it contained all the information required for device fingerprinting. It should be emphasized that in its developer guidelines, Apple expressly discourages such solutions. Information like your app searches, the adverts you’d seen, how you found the apps you browsed, and even how long you spent on an app’s page were all sent in real time by the App Store app.

A lawsuit has been reportedly filed against the brand in California for breaking privacy norms. Specifically, Apple is charged with breaking the California Invasion of Privacy Act. According to the plaintiff in the lawsuit, Elliot Libman, “Privacy is one of the key problems that Apple utilises to set its devices apart from rivals.” “However, Apple’s privacy guarantees are wholly unreal.”

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Xiaomi 13 Could Launch Soon in India, Spotted on BIS Website

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Nov 14, 2022

Xiaomi 13 is expected to debut in China in December alongside the Xiaomi 13 Pro. Now, it seems the handset may soon launch in the Indian market too, as it has recently been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) database. Earlier reports suggest the Xiaomi 13 will come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and feature triple rear cameras. Let’s look at the details.

The vanilla Xiaomi 13 was recently spotted on the BIS India website with model number 2210132G (via MySmartPrice). As usual, the listing did not reveal any details regarding the specifications of the device. However, it suggests that the smartphone could launch in India in the future. Xiaomi 13 is expected to launch in China in December, followed by India next year.

Previous reports have revealed the standard Xiaomi 13 could be powered by the yet-to-be-announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The handset may feature a 6.2-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that could offer 1.5K resolution. It may come equipped with a 50MP main camera sensor and run Android 13-based MIUI 14 out of the box.

The leaked renders of the handset suggest it will have a flat surface and sharp edges with minimal bezels, as well as a hole-punch camera on the top. Xiaomi has apparently flattened the sides of the smartphone to give it a boxy appearance. Interestingly, the back of the phone may still have a slight curve around the edges The device also features an updated camera module. It has a square camera island with lenses occupying three of the four corners.

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Online Listing of ZTE V70 Pro Reveals Its Specifications; Snapdragon 765G Confirmed

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Chandan

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Nov 14, 2022

ZTE is gearing up for the launch of its ZTE V70 Pro smartphone in the Chinese market. Ahead of the official launch, the smartphone has now been listed on the Chinese Telecom Terminal Product Library. The listing of the product does reveal some of its specifications. It has been said that it will offer specifications like a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 5G chipset, and much more. Let’s dive deep into the information to know more about it.

The overall design and looks of the smartphone will be very much similar when compared with the ZTE Yuanhang 40 Pro+. It features a dual-ring camera bump which houses a triple rear camera and an LED light. It will be powered by the SM7250-AB chipset, which is no other than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. Furthermore, it will be paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of ROM and will flaunt a 6.7-inches display with 2400*1080 pixel resolution.

The device is expected to be backed by a 4510mAh battery with a USB Type-C 2.0HS charging interface. The smartphone will have a triple rear camera setup with a 64-megapixel primary wide lens coupled with a 5-megapixel secondary lens and a 2-megapixel tertiary lens. It will have a 32-megapixels front-facing selfie camera housed inside the punch-hole cutout. It will boot up on an Android 12-based operating system right out of the box.

ZTE V70 Pro will measure the dimension of 163.5×75.8×7.6mm and will weigh 192.5gms in hand. Further, it will have flat frame, similar to the iPhones. The official launch of the device is expected in the upcoming days.

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Recent Issue With Chrome Saved Tab Is Finally Getting a Fix

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Chandan

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Nov 14, 2022

One of the most widely used browsers out there is Google Chrome. It is also accessible on Windows, Android, and iOS. The majority of users still favor using Google Chrome as their main browser. Countless tabs are open at once for the millions and billions of Chrome users who use the browser globally. But keeping track of all those stored tabs might be a challenge. The Chromium development team has added a new saved tabs feature to cut down on this specific issue. It was a feature that made it simple to manage the saved tabs.

Later updates made saved tab groups visible in the bookmarks bar, making it simpler to locate them. Its serious shortcoming, however, hindered it from becoming as useful as it may have been. The saved tabs would all disappear whenever you updated or restarted the browser, which was a serious problem. And if the saved tabs are gone after an update or restart, offering this option really makes no sense. But thankfully, the developers have addressed the problem and found a workable solution.

Devs have introduced a new Sync bridge which allows the saved tabs to be saved in the local storage. Therefore, if Chrome gets restarted or updated, the saved tabs would be accessible even after that. A well-known Redditor who follows Chrome-related news found the commit. However, they draw attention to the fact that during a fresh browsing session, saved tab groups can not display in the exact same order as they were initially saved. Chrome devs are already working on a fix and anyway, something is better than nothing.

Though the Reddit user hypothesises that the Chromium team may decide to integrate it with versions 108 or 109, potentially making it accessible to a larger audience of users, the feature currently seems on track to be a part of version 110 of the browser. As a result of this change, more users will undoubtedly benefit from stored tab groups more quickly because tabs can now persist across many browser sessions.

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Reservation for Upcoming Honor Magic VS Goes Live in China

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Chandan

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Nov 14, 2022

Honor has been working on launching its next generation of foldable smartphones, the Honor Magic VS, in mainland China. The brand has been teasing the device for a long time and the official launch is expected to happen somewhere later this month. Now, pre-booking for the Honor Magic VS has started in the country and interested users can now reserve the upcoming device before launch.

The Honor Magic VS will be officially launching on November 23rd, 2022 at 14:30 local time. The shipping is expected to start as soon as the official launch event ends. It has been said that the Magic VS will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset. It will have a 2030mAh + 2870mAh dual-cell battery setup, which can combine to give an output of 4900mAh. Furthermore, it will bring support for up to 66W of wired charging. The Magic VS will have a new upgraded hinge solution and the overall form factor of the device will also be further upgraded. The form factor of the device will be further optimized and a reduction in weight will be done in order to make the device thinner and lighter.

According to the company’s official promotional video, the device employs an inward folding design and has a golden central frame. It will have a 2K resolution OLED display. The company will also introduce its brand-new Honor MagicOS 7.0 operating system, which might come with a multi-device communication sharing functionality, along with the release of the Honor Magic VS. Additionally, it is reported that the Honor 80 series will also debut at the same event.

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HarmonyOS 3 Public Beta Rolling Out to 4th Batch of Huawei Devices Starting This November

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Leo Wong De Quan

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Nov 14, 2022

After announcing that the 3-year-old Huawei Mate 30 will receive the latest HarmonyOS 3 stable update, a Huawei online consumer spokesperson has confirmed that the HarmonyOS 3 Public Beta Programme will be open for application for more Huawei devices starting this November.

As reported by ITHome, the spokesperson noted that HarmonyOS 3 Public Beta will be available for the 4th batch of Huawei devices starting this November. Owners of these 3 Huawei smartphones (Huawei Nova 8, Nova 8 Pro, Nova 8 Pro 4G) will be able to apply for HarmonyOS 3 Public Beta by the end of this November, whilst for the Huawei nova 8 SE and Huawei Nova 8 SE Vitality Edition, the HarmonyOS 3 Public Beta will be available starting early 2023.

Besides these 5 Huawei devices, Huawei also earlier announced last week that HarmonyOS 3 Stable had been rolled out to 15 Huawei device models this November. The full list is linked in this article here.

For those unfamiliar with Huawei’s HarmonyOS software development rollout, it can be easily explained in 3 easy to read paragraphs.

The HarmonyOS rollout is divided into 3 stages, a closed beta, a public beta, and a stable version rollout. In the closed beta version rollout, Huawei device users can opt-in for early access software development to try out the new features due to be added in the next major software update. Interested participants first need to go to settings and apply for the closed beta programme, and then once Huawei has approved the application, only then the closed beta update will roll out to the user’s device. Normally, only 2000 users will be selected for the closed beta programme.

For the next stage – the HarmonyOS public beta rollout, there is no limit to how many Huawei users can join the programme. Users can opt-in for the update via settings at any time. However, Huawei does suggest users who opt-in for the public beta back up their devices beforehand, as it is still not a stable release. Just like the closed beta, Huawei users can experience upcoming software features before the stable release and the main purpose of releasing a public beta first is to iron out any bugs and stability issues before rolling it out for all users.

In the final stage, HarmonyOS is rolled out to all Huawei device users with a stable version release. The update will include notable features found in the closed and public beta testing, as well as security updates, stability and bug fixes for all Huawei users over the air.

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Xiaomi Bone Conduction Headset is now on sale in China

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 14, 2022

Xiaomi‘s latest Bone conduction headset has officially gone on sale. The product was initially launched last month but was only available to pre-order. The headset is priced at 699 yuan (~$99) and is now available to buy via Jingdong (JD.com).

As the name suggests, the headset uses bone conduction technology to transmit sound. Instead of using air, the technique transmits sound waves along your cheeks. It is the same approach used by sea mammals underwater, and it is thought to be the technique employed by German classical musician Ludwig Van Beethoven after he lost his hearing to produce music. Users can also hear the sound of their surroundings while listening to music using this technology, allowing them to pay attention to the environment at all times.

The vibrator inside the earphone has an unusual track-type design, which improves sound quality. A 360° closed directional sound chamber may also efficiently reduce sound leakage and safeguard privacy.

The new earphones have a Bluetooth 5.2 chip for rapid connectivity. Xiaomi claims the connectivity delay is as low as 86ms. As a result, customers will have a stable connection to the headset while exercising, with no disconnection.
The earphone also has a single battery life of up to 12 hours. It employs a Type-C interface, which is widespread in phone charging cables. Up to two hours of music playback can be obtained from a 5-minute charge.

The Xiaomi Bone Conduction headset also supports MIUI pop-up quick connection. When the gadget is close to the phone, it is instantly and rapidly paired. It also has IP66 dust and water resistance, which means it can survive wind, rain, and snow.

There is no word as to when it would be launched on the global turf but you can get it right now from Gizmochina’s online store Giztop.

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Realme teases the Buds Air 3S TWS earbuds launching alongside the Realme 10 series

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Jed John Ikoba

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Nov 14, 2022

Chinese tech company Realme recently confirmed that it would launch the Realme 10 series for its home market on November 17. In addition, to the 10 series, the company has now confirmed that it will launch new truly wireless earbuds. Teaser posters shared by the firm show that the new earbuds will be known as Realme Buds Air 3S.

While the specifications of the new truly wireless earbuds are not known at this time, the posters give us a clear look at the design. As can be seen from the official poster, the new earphones are designed with short stems giving them a smaller and lighter look. The design also includes ear wings that retain the buds to the ears firmly so that they won’t fall off easily.

In addition, the new product is equipped with a square charging box. The inside of the charging box has the slogan “DARE TO LEAP” inscribed. The inscription is Realme’s latest slogan which replaced the equally cool tagline “Proud To Be Young”. The Buds Air 3S is reportedly open for reservation in China. The pair will be available in two color options – Space white and carbon black.

The specs of the Buds Air 3S will likely not be too different from the Buds Air 3 Neo that was launched in July. The Buds Air 3 Neo comes with a built-in 10mm bass moving coil. It also comes with support for AI electronic noise cancellation as well as a 30% increase in physical wind noise resistance. The Buds Air 3 Neo has support for Bluetooth 5.2, has an ultra-low latency of 88ms, and has an IPX5 waterproof rating. It also has an affordable price tag of 129 yuan (~$18). We expect the Buds Air 3S to be priced around this region.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series Now Receiving Stable Oneui 5.0 Based Android 13 Update in Europe

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Viraj Gawde

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Nov 14, 2022

Samsung has been busy rolling out stable Android 13 updates to its smartphones since the past few weeks. So far, the South Korean brand has released the latest Android software version to the Galaxy S22, S21, S20, Note 20 lineup as well as the fourth-generation Galaxy Z foldables, Galaxy A53 5G, A33, and A73. Now, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series is the latest in the company’s portfolio to receive the software version. To recall, the tablets debuted earlier in February this year with Android 12 OS out of the box.

The OneUI 5.0-based Android 13 update is rolled out to only 5G variants of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series. The lineup comprises regular, Plus, and Ultra models. It’s worth noting that the update is also rolled out in European countries only for now. The regular Tab S8 has the update firmware version X706BXXU2BVK4 whereas the Plus model has X806BXXU2BVK4. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is receiving the update with the firmware version X906BXXU2BVK4.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series users in Europe can check for the new update by navigating to Settings > Software Update > and tapping Download and Install button. The latest software version brings November 2022 security patch. It also introduces revamped UI design changes and privacy improvements. The software version implements Material You theme, expanded colour palette feature, stacked widgets, bigger app icons in the notifications area, smoother animations and transitions etc. The OneUI 5.0-based Android 13 also features a new Maintenance Mode feature that will allow users to hide their data from service technicians when the device is under repair.

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Samsung Exynos 1380 & Exynos 1330 Chipsets Spotted on Bluetooth SIG

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Nov 14, 2022

Recently, Qualcomm confirmed that the next-gen Samsung Galaxy S series smartphones will exclusively use Snapdragon chipset worldwide. But this doesn’t mean the South Korean conglomerate has stopped developing new mobile chips under its Exynos brand.

A new finding confirms the same. Samsung may soon announce two new Exynos chipsets.

Two new Samsung Exynos SoCs have been spotted on Bluetooth SIG. These chips are called Exynos 1380 and Exynos 1330.

As their name suggests, they are likely mid-range chipsets. The Exynos 1380 could be the successor of the Exynos 1280 found inside Galaxy A53, Galaxy A33, and Galaxy M33.

On the other hand, the Exynos 1330 could be the successor of either the Exynos 850 or the Exynos 880.

According to the listings on Bluetooth SIG, these two SoCs will carry support for Bluetooth 5.3. It will be possible via a separate RF chip called Samsung Bluetooth Controller v6.

SamMobile suggests that the Exynos 1380 could feature at least two ARM Cortex-A series high-performance CPU cores. It might also come with an ARM Mali-G615 CPU and an integrated 5G modem.

The Exynos 1380 is expected to power the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34. It might be also found inside other mid-range Galaxy M and Galaxy F series phones.

Redmi 11A Bags Bis Certification in India, Launch Seems Imminent

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Viraj Gawde

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Nov 14, 2022

Redmi 11A has been spotted on the Bureau of India Standards certification website. It is listed with model number 22120RN86I where the ‘I’ at the end refers to India. The device with the same model number except ‘C’ in the end had bagged TENAA certification earlier this month. The BIS listing does not reveal any information about the website apart from hinting at the imminent arrival of the smartphone in the country.

Meanwhile, the TENAA listing of the Redmi 11A includes its key specifications and design. The device will arrive as the successor to the Redmi 10A that debuted earlier this year.

As per TENAA, the Redmi 11A has a 6.70-inch IPS LCD display bearing an HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch. The back panel is seen in a Dark Grey colour with diagonal stripes. The panel also houses a square camera module with an expected 50MP main sensor, a secondary lens, and an LED flash. The camera island also has a conventional fingerprint scanner. On the front, there will be a 5MP selfie snapper.

The listing reveals that the Redmi 11A will reportedly be powered by a 2.0GHz processor. It will be available in multiple configurations and pack up to 8GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. The device will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit. The upcoming offering will also feature an IR Blaster.

Redmi is yet to confirm the existence of the Redmi 11A. With the TENAA and BIS certifications, we can expect the smartphone to o official in China and India respectively.

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OnePlus Tablet Launch Tipped Again

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Nov 14, 2022

We have been hearing about OnePlus releasing a tablet since mid-2021. For the past one and a half years, there have been multiple leaks regarding this product.

The last when we heard about it was in July 2022. A tech influencer revealed that the device has been delayed and it may release in early 2023.

Four months later, a reliable source now reiterates the same.

According to tipster Max Jambor, OnePlus is developing a tablet. This product is scheduled to release next year. Unfortunately, this is all he has to say.

Previous reports revealed that OnePlus’ first tablet could go by OnePlus Pad. They also suggested that it could be a better version of the Oppo Pad.

But now, it seems that OnePlus may have abandoned that product. Else, the device should have been released by now.

Therefore, we believe that the OnePlus tablet that is tipped to launch in 2023 could be a new product. At present, it’s not known whether it will be a unique device or a rebadged version of Oppo’s current or upcoming tablet.

Whatever it turns out to be, we are looking forward to learning more about it in the coming weeks. If OnePlus is indeed planning for a release, the device should start leaking via certifications, firmware, and even renders.

Until then, do let us know what you want from a OnePlus-branded tablet in the comment section below.

Douyin to Stream FIFA 22 World Cup in 4K for Free in China

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Sean

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Nov 14, 2022

Earlier today (14th November 2022), Douyin, which is basically TikTok in China, officially announced that it will be streaming the FIFA 22 World Cup for free. The company announced that it will offer the popular football World Cup live broadcast on its platform for free, but it will exclusively be available in China.

For those unaware, the FIFA 2022 World Cup is taking place in Qatar and Douyin managed to win the rights to stream the FIFA World Cup earlier this year. So now, Douyin will basically cover the entire 28-day event and offer free live broadcasts of all games at Ultra HD (4K) resolution quality on its popular short video-sharing platform. Simply searching for the “World Cup” will have Douyin users enter a special dedicated page that lets you watch the World Cup games.

Apart from just streaming the FIFA games, Douyin will also be offering a number of features to make the experience of watching the stream more interactive. This includes letting users invite friends to chat while watching the game. The app will offer this by making a live broadcast room. Keep in mind that this free 4K stream is exclusive to the China Douyin app. Meaning, it won’t be available on the Douyin app that is available globally. As of right now, this is all the information that is known regarding this matter, so stick around for more updates regarding a global availability.

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Apple Supplier to Increase Workforce in India to Meet iPhone Demand: Report

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Sean

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Nov 14, 2022

Apple supplier Foxconn is apparently planning on raising its workforce in India. The supplier is making this move to help raise production, which in turn, would enable it to meet the high iPhone demand in the market.

The Cupertino based giant’s largest supplier is planning on quadrupling its workforce in India. Foxconn is apparently going to raise the number of workers for its iPhone factory by such a large amount in India over the course of the next two years, as per two government officials (Via TheHindu) close to the matter. Interestingly enough, this news arrives after the iPhone maker saw disruptions in its production in China due to local lockdowns.

For those unaware, Foxconn’s largest iPhone plant in Zhengzhou, China was closed down due to the Chinese government imposing a local lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak. This caused operations to halt abruptly and also lowered Apple’s shipment expectations for its latest iPhone 14 series models in the fourth and final quarter of this year. So now, Foxconn is reportedly planning on boosting its workforce in its plant in South India to 70,000. In other words, it would have to bring in more than 53,000 new workers overt he next two years.

While the new hiring would mark a significant scale up in production in the Tamil Nadu plant in India, Foxconn’s Zhengzhou is still its largest iPhone plant that employees a whopping 200,000 workers. Meaning, we can expect this move from Foxconn to be a way to dampen the blow of its largest plant being closed down temporarily. It would also help it deal with any possible future lockdowns in the region by growing its workforce in India.

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Oppo Enco R Pro with ANC, 12.4mm titanium drivers appears on China Telecom website, pricing revealed

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Sudhanshu

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Nov 14, 2022

In Q1 2022, Oppo launched the Enco R TWS earbuds in China. The earbuds came with an affordable price tag and a first-generation Apple AirPods-like design. Now, China telecom has listed the Oppo Enco R Pro TWS earbuds on its website revealing its design, some of its specifications, and its pricing.

Spotted by Slashleaks, the Oppo Enco R Pro looks a lot like the AirPods Pro from Apple. The case of the earbuds has an oval design with Oppo branding on the front along with an LED light which is likely there to indicate the charge level of the earbuds.

The listing reveals that the gadget has model no. ETE71 and it comes with 12.4mm titanium-coated drivers. One major upgrade over the Enco R is the presence of active noise cancellation. However, the exact level of noise cancellation has not been mentioned. Lastly, the gadget measures 66.84×51.45×25.04mm and weighs 47 grams.

The China Telecom website has listed the Oppo Enco R Pro at 499 yuan ($71). This is considerably higher than the vanilla Enco R which launched with a price tag of 299 yuan ($42). Currently, it is unclear when the device will be officially unveiled. But considering the listing, it is likely to happen in the coming days. So, stay tuned for more.

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SpaceX Buys Massive Ad Campaign Package on Twitter for Starlink

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Sean

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Nov 14, 2022

SpaceX has just placed a massive order for an advertisement package on Twitter. This ad campaign from Elon Musk’s aerospace based company will be run for the company’s Starlink, satellite internet connectivity based brand.

Interestingly, Elon Musk had also recently acquired the popular microblogging website for a 44 billion US Dollars deal. Now, the billionaire’s aerospace company is buying an ad campaign on Twitter in Spain and Australia. These large ad packages were bought to promote the company’s satellite based internet brand called Starlink. This ad campaign is apparently called “takeover” and will be promoted on Twitter in the two regions. According to a CNBC report, purchasing one of these advertisement packages will cost one a massive sum of 250,000 US Dollars or more.

Furthermore, it would also offer buyers the right to put their brand name on top of the main Twitter timeline for one whole day. This news arrives from one current and former Twitter employee that wished to stay anonymous. So now, Twitter users can expect to see the Starlink brand ad for the first three times that they open the application on the day or even on days of the planned takeover campaign. But this is still limited to just Australia and Spain.

For those unaware, Starlink is an internet service provider that offers connectivity through a constellation of satellites that beam internet down to paying subscribers. SpaceX developed Starlink with the aim of offering high speed internet connectivity to people in remote regions that suffer from poor internet due to a lack of cable or optic fiber infrastructure.

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Realme 10 Pro Series Roundup: Launch Date, Specs, Design, & Expected Price

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Nov 14, 2022

Realme is set to introduce the Realme 10 Pro series later this week. The brand is expected to debut two models, namely Realme 10 Pro and Realme Pro Plus.

The company has been officially teasing the features of these phones for the past few days. At the same time, details about these products have also been emerging via other sources.

Hence, ahead of the official announcement, we have compiled everything known about these upcoming handsets in this article.

Realme 10 Pro Series Launch Date

The Realme 10 Pro series is scheduled to launch in China on November 17. The smartphones will be unveiled at an event that will begin at 2 PM GMT+8.

The conference will be live-streamed on popular Chinese video streaming platforms and social media like Weibo.

Realme 10 Pro Series Design

The Realme 10 Pro will have a flat frame design, while the Realme 10 Pro Plus will sport a curved display. Both of them will house two circles on the rear for cameras, however, the Pro Plus will feature three sensors instead of two.

In other words, there will be nothing new with their design. They will be available in gradient color finishes.

Realme 10 Pro Series Specifications

The Realme 10 Pro will arrive with a 6.78-inch FHD+ centered punch-hole display. The type of screen and its refresh rate is not known. But there’s a chance it could be an OLED panel with at least a 90Hz refresh rate.

On the other hand, the Realme 10 Pro Plus will flaunt a 6.7-inch FHD+ curved OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2160Hz PWM dimming. This centered punch-hole screen will be placed above a 2.33mm thin chin.

Realme 10 Pro China Telecom — Realme 10 Pro | Source: China Telecom

Both handsets will boot Android 13 but they will be powered by different chipsets. The Pro will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, whereas the Pro Plus will come with a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chip.

Talking about cameras, the Pro Plus will sport a 108MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera system, while the Pro will feature a 16MP + 2MP dual camera setup. They will share a 16MP selfie camera.

The phones will draw power from a 5,000mAh battery. Finally, they will be available in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB memory configurations, respectively.

Realme 10 Pro Series Expected Price

The Realme 10 Pro is expected to cost around ¥1,500 (~215). Whereas, the Realme 10 Pro Plus may retail for around ¥2,000 (~$285).