Moto X40 officially confirmed to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, LPDDR5X RAM

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Oct 28, 2022

Moto X40’s launch date seems to be drawing near. The device has been recently spotted on certification platforms like 3C and TENAA. At the same time, Chen Jin, the general manager of Lenovo’s China Mobile Phone Business Department, has started teasing the arrival of the Moto X40. Today, he confirmed two of the main features of the device.

Several reports have claimed that the Moto X40, which will be rebranded as the Motorola Edge 40 Pro in the global markets in the coming months, will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. In the screengrab of Chen Jin’s Weibo post, he can be seen hinting that the X40 is equipped with a “new flagship platform” and LPDDR5X RAM. The new flagship platform that he is talking about appears to be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform, which is expected to launch next month (November).

Its predecessor, the Moto Edge X30, went official as the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phone in December 2021. With 3C and TENAA certifications already under its belt, it appears that the Moto X40 could be one of the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones to launch this year.

The Moto X40’s specifications haven’t yet appeared on TENAA. It only shows images of the phone, whereas its 3C certification reveals that it may be able to charge at 68W.

So far, reports have revealed that the Moto X40 will come with an OLED display that offers a 165Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5x RAM variants. It will feature a 60-megapixel front camera and 50-megapixel triple rear cameras.

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OnePlus 10T OxygenOS 13 Open Beta begins: Here’s how to install it on your phone

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Oct 28, 2022

OnePlus recently shared its Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 beta rollout roadmap. The most recent devices that have got an open beta build are the OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T, and 9RT. Now, the brand has begun rolling out the OxygenOS 13 open beta update for the OnePlus 10T, which indicates that it will soon be getting the stable Android 13 update.

The update includes the new aquamorphic design, new personalization features, and privacy and security-related changes. Users of the OnePlus 10T in India who have firmware versions A.08 or A.10 installed on their devices may flash OxygenOS 13 Open Beta on them. The update will need to be manually downloaded and moved to the phone’s internal storage (download link). Before installing the update on their device, the company urges customers to make sure that their battery is at least 30% charged and that they have at least 5.5GB of free storage.

Readers should be aware that the installation process involves manual flashing, therefore developer mode must be activated before to beginning. To activate the developer mode, navigate to Settings > About device > Version > Developer mode. Make seven clicks on the Build number, then type the password.

Following the download of the OxygenOS 13 Open Beta firmware and the activation of developer options, OnePlus 10T users can navigate to Settings > About device > Up to date > Click the top right button > Local install > Select the rollback package > Extract > Upgrade to install OxygenOS 13 Open Beta on their device.

Beta builds can be unstable and have some bugs in them, therefore we advise our users to not try them out on their daily driver smartphone. It is also advisable to make a backup of your data as rolling back from the OxygenOS 13 beta build to OxygenOS 12 could wipe your data.

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Redmi Note 11T Pro’s new 12GB RAM variant listed for purchase

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 28, 2022

In May, Redmi launched the Redmi Note 11T Pro and Note 11T Pro+ in China. The Note 11T Pro+ has been available in three configurations, but the company has been adding more variants to the standard Note 11T Pro. In September, the company started selling the Note 11T Pro with 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. Now it has introduced another configuration of the device into the Chinese market.

The Redmi Note 11T Pro is now available in a new 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage edition. This model has been quietly made available for purchase at Jingdong Mall. The new variant of the Note 11T Pro is priced at 2,099 Yuan (~$290). The existing 8 GB RAM + 512 GB storage version also carries the same price.

Redmi Note 11T Pro 12+256 variant — Redmi Note 11T Pro’s new 12+256GB variant is listed on JD.com

The Note 11T Pro variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB are priced at 1,599 Yuan (~$221), 1,799 (~$249), and 1,999 Yuan (~$277), respectively. In total, the Note 11T Pro is available in five variants in China! Buyers can avail the Redmi Note 11T Pro in colors like Midnight Dark, Atomic Silver, Milk Salt White, and Atomic Silver.

For the unversed, the same device is sold as the Redmi K50i 5G in India. The K50i comes in two flavors: 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These models are priced at Rs 24,999 (~$303) and Rs 27,999 (~$339), respectively. In other markets, the Note 11T Pro has been rebranded as the POCO X4 GT.

Redmi Note 11T Pro specifications

The Redmi Note 11T Pro has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD FHD+ 144Hz display. It is powered by the Dimensity 8100 chip, LPDDR4x RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage. It packs a 5,080mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. It has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera and a 64-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit.

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Redmi Pad arrives in China with a pre-order price tag of 1,099 Yuan ($152)

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Sudhanshu

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Oct 28, 2022

Earlier this month, Redmi launched the Redmi Pad in multiple markets including India and Europe. Now, at the Redmi Note 12 series launch event in China, the device has also reached the domestic market. For those unaware, the Redmi Pad is an entry-level Android tablet with an attractive spec sheet that includes a high-resolution display, a decent chipset, and a large battery.

Redmi Pad specs

The Redmi Pad features a slim, boxy design with flat edges. It has a large 10.6-inch IPS LCD panel that can display over 1 billion colors. This display has a 2K resolution of 2000 x 1200 pixels, and a 90Hz refresh rate. The peak brightness offered by the slate is 400 nits and it also boasts SGS eye protection and TUV Rheinland certification. The Widevine L1 certification of the tablet ensures users can get access to higher resolutions on popular OTT platforms like Netflix.

The Redmi Pad is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC, which is an efficient 6nm chip and packs a decent punch in gaming applications. The slate gets up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can be further bumped up by 1TB using a microSD card.

The tablet contains an 8-megapixel camera with a built-in document scanner on the back and an 8-megapixel selfie camera with a wide field of view (FOV) of 105 degrees on the front. The Redmi Pad has a quad-speaker system for audio, which also supports Dolby Atmos.

It is powered by a large 8,000mAh battery pack that supports 18W fast charging. Other features include Bluetooth 5.3 support, dual-band WiFi 5 connectivity, and Android 12 OS out of the box.

Price & availability

The Redmi Pad can be pre-ordered in the country for just 1,099 Yuan ($152), and the open sales will begin on October 31, 2022. It will ship in gray, green, or silver colorways.

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Moto G Play (2022) renders & specs leak: 6.5″ display, Helio G37 SoC & more

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Sudhanshu

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Oct 28, 2022

The Moto G Play has been one of Motorola’s most popular budget range offerings over the years. The brand launched its most recent iteration back in January 2021. Now, it appears that the company plans on releasing a new Moto G Play before the end of 2022, as a recent report has leaked renders and details of the upcoming smartphone.

Tipster Evan Blass in collaboration with 91mobiles, has shared renders and specifications of the upcoming Moto G Play (2022). Looking at the design, there are a few significant changes compared to the last generation, as the 2022 model features a redesigned camera island placed in the top left corner of the device instead of the middle. The camera island has three vertically aligned cutouts.

Perhaps the most notable change is the jump from a water-drop notch to a centered punch-hole, making the display look much better. However, the display retains a prominent forehead and a massive chin bezel.

Coming to the specifications, the report mentions that the new device will sport a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with 720 x 1600 resolution. The camera system on the device will include a 16MP primary shooter, a 2MP macro shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor. As for selfies and video calls, the phone will feature a 5MP front camera.

Under the hood, the device will feature a MediaTek Helio G37 chipset with onboard the IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU. The chipset will be complemented by 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. A 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support will supply power to the device.

It will be interesting to see if the company opts for a full version of Android on this device or ships it with Android GO Edition OS. This will likely be revealed as we get closer to the launch of the device, so stay tuned.

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Realme RMX3615 images revealed via TENAA listing, also bags 3C certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 28, 2022

Realme is expected to announce the Realme 10 series in multiple markets in November. Reports have claimed that the Realme 10 series will debut first in China and global markets by early November and be released later in the same month in India. The Chinese certification platforms recently approved two Realme phones with RMX3663 and RMX3687 model numbers. These devices are expected to launch in China with the Realme 10 5G and Realme 10 Pro 5G or Pro+ 5G, respectively. It seems that these devices could be accompanied by a third model that has the RMX3615 model number. The reason behind it is that the RMX3615 has been certified by 3C and TENAA authorities in China.

The RMX3615 appears to be a mid-range 5G phone and may belong to the Realme 10 series. Unfortunately, the TENAA listing has no details on the specs of the device. However, the images available in the listing have revealed its design.

Starting from the front, the Realme RMX3615 has a punch-hole screen, which seems to be an LCD panel. The device has a volume rocker on the left side, and what looks like a power button with a fingerprint scanner on the right side.

The Realme RMX3615 has an LED-assisted triple camera unit on the back. The rear shell of the device has a glossy finish with the Realme branding at the bottom-left corner. The 3C certification of the RMX3615 model showed that it may come with a 33W charger in its retail package.

The rear design of the RMX3615 is somewhat different from that of the RMX3663 and RMX3687. Hence, there is a possibility that it may not belong to the Realme 10 series but to the V or Q series. So, it’s best to wait for more reports to find out what the RMX3615’s specs are and what its final name will be.

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Moto X40 images leaked via TENAA certification, launch likely this year

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 28, 2022

Motorola is gearing up to launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered Moto X40. The device will compete with other upcoming SD8G2 flagship phones like the Xiaomi 13 series, OnePlus 11, iQOO 11 series, and Vivo X90 lineup. The 3C authority in China is said to have certified the device, and now the TENAA telecom authority has given it the green light (via. TechGoing). Hence, these certifications suggest that X40 may indeed launch this year.

The Moto X40 can be seen flaunting an OLED punch-hole screen with curved edges. Rumors are rife that the screen will support a 165Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution. The volume buttons and a power key are available on the right side of the X40.

The screen seems to be embedded with a fingerprint sensor. It is speculated that the device will come equipped with a 60-megapixel camera for snapping selfies.

The square-shaped camera module available on the Moto X40’s back houses three cameras and an LED flash. The camera setup is said to be headlined by a 50-megapixel camera. It will be paired by a 12-megapixel telephoto camera and another 50-megapixel camera that will be capable at capturing ultra-wide as well as macro shots.

The matte appearance of the phone’s back suggests that it may sport a leather finish. The Moto batwing logo is placed towards the center of the back panel.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered Moto X40 is expected to arrive in 8 GB and 12 GB RAM variants. The device is expected to support 68W fast charging. The next-generation Motorola flagship is likely to run on Android 13 OS. At present, there is no word on the price of the X40. As far as the launch is concerned, it may go official in November or December of this year. The same device is expected to be released with the “Motorola Edge 40 Pro” moniker in the global market.

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U&i 24W 10000mAh 4-in-1 Powerbank & 35W Fast Charger launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 27, 2022

U&i has released two accessories in India. They are the 24W 10000mAh 4-in-1 powerbank and the 35W Fast Charger. The two products offer quick charging assistance for a wide array of devices while the power bank is portable. The U&i Byair Series Power bank and the ALL Rounder Series 35W Fast Charger are now available in India.

The two new charging gadgets have passed all safety requirements before their release, offering fast charging of smartphones, headphones, and other devices. The 35W Fast Charger comes with a Type C connector and offers a rapid recharge for devices. It delivers up to 35W charging speed using its Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 architecture, as well as Flash Charge, Super VOOC, and others. Some of the compatible phone brands for the charger are Samsung and OnePlus. It protects from overvoltage, overheating, and other extreme situations. The Fast Charger has a BIS-certified Power Plug and can be used in India.

The U&i 4-in-1 Powerbank has a capacity of 10000mAh and offers 24W charging. It has a USB-C and a Lightning cable for connectivity. It also comes with safety standards that ensure that your device being charged is safeguarded from overvoltage, overheating, and overcharging. It offers to charge power to a variety of gadgets including phones, smartwatches, as well as other electronic devices.

Both devices come with a 180-day warranty. As per pricing, the U&i All Rounder Series 35W Fast Charger retails at Rs. 1,999 (~$24) while the Powerbank is priced at Rs. 2,799 (~$34). The products can be purchased directly from U&i retail outlets and leading e-commerce platforms in India.

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Redmi Projector & Projector Pro with a 1080p resolution, Amlogic T950D4 chip launched starting at 999 yuan ($138)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 27, 2022

Redmi has just unveiled the Redmi Projector models which can project images up to a size of 120 inches. The new Redmi Projector comes in two options – the standard model and the Pro version. Both the Redmi Projector and Redmi Projector Pro are being offered at a hugely discounted launch price aimed to spur demand. The Redmi Projector will be available in China from October 31 across multiple channels.

The Redmi Projector is designed to excite the younger demography of the market. It is being touted as the first smart projector for young people. The Redmi Projector (standard version) comes in a black-and-white color design, while the Pro version is available in an all-black design. Both versions of the Redmi Projector are of the same dimensions (129.5 x 117 x 179.4mm) in length, width, and height respectively.

The standard Redmi projector has a storage capacity of 8GB while the Pro version gets 16GB of storage. The Pro version features omnidirectional automatic correction, automatic obstacle avoidance, screen alignment, and autofocus. It also offers a far-field voice and a brightness rating of 150ANSI, the same as the standard version. Both the standard and Pro versions of the Redmi Projector have the SGS effective luminous flux international certification. You can easily use the Redmi Projector even in a dark environment or at night.

The projector can easily project a 40 x 100-inch screen in a distance between 1.07 and 2.67 meters. It has a 1.2:1 transmittance ratio and 1080p resolution. The projector is equipped with a cooling system and has an impressive service life of about 15,000 hours. The projector features the Amlogic T950D4 quad-core CPU chip with a strong performance. A perception module is also featured in the projector as well as an image adaptive algorithm and other features that deliver a smart viewing experience.

In terms of audio, the Redmi Projector has a built-in dual-speaker system that delivers immersive audio. The far-field pickup microphone is integrated with the perception module and the anti-noise speech recognition algorithm for spotless audio. It also supports XiaoAi voice assistant and can be connected with more MIJIA products in the Xiaomi smart ecosystem. The projector can be linked to automatically turn off smart lights and curtains when viewing movies.

The Redmi Projector series are available at a discounted launch price and would revert to its original price subsequently. The standard version of the projector has a launch price of 999 yuan (~$138) while the Pro version will sell at 1,299 yuan (~$180). The products will later revert to their original prices of 1,399 yuan (~$194) and 1,599 yuan (~$221) respectively. An additional 199 yuan (~$28) is being separately charged for the storage bag.

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Sony launches LinkBuds S Earth Blue TWS headphones produced from recycled water bottles

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 27, 2022

Japanese tech giant Sony Electronics has released the LinkBuds S Earth Blue TWS headphones. The new Earth Blue noise-cancelling TWS headphones are uniquely made from recycled water bottles and join the earlier colors of the LinkBuds S. The headphones provide multi-point connectivity for seamless and dual-device pairing.

Sony LinkBuds S Earth Blue TWS headphones

The LinkBuds UC for Microsoft Teams will be compatible with Microsoft Teams. The LinkBuds S Earth Blue true wireless headphones come in earth blue color with a unique marble pattern. The marble design is thanks to the device’s recycled water bottle body and casing. The LinkBuds S Earth Blue supports Sony’s Road to Zero plans. The Road to Zero initiative is aimed at eliminating the company’s environmental impact by 2050. The medium-term target is captured by Green Management 2025, which lasts from 2021 through 2025.

The Sony LinkBuds S comes with an in-ear design that fits well to the ears. It offers active noise cancellation, sound isolating, and environmental noise control. It has a built-in microphone and features Dolby Atmos, and 360 Spatial Sound. It supports Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity with greater coverage and audio quality. The LinkBuds S has a battery life of 6 hours with an additional 14 hours provided by its charging case. The battery can be fully charged in 2 hours, while a fast charge offers 1 hour of playback with a 5-minute charge via USB-C.

The Sony LinkBuds S supports Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Siri. Four ear tip sizes are included in the package – Extra Small, Small, Medium, and Extra Large. Sony Electronics is offering a 1-year Warranty for the LinkBuds S.

The Sony LinkBuds S Earth Blue is priced at $199.99 and will be available this month directly from Sony Electronics, as well as Amazon and other authorized retailers. The LinkBuds UC for Microsoft Teams will retail for $249.99 and will be available within the Winter of 2022 via Sony and authorized outlets.

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Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW400 with a high-gain dual antenna released in China for 279 yuan ($39)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 27, 2022

The Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW400 has been unveiled in China. The new Xiaomi product comes with a high-gain dual antenna that provides stability in long-distance transmission. The camera has a 4MP F1.6 aperture sensor with ultra-clear 2.5K image output.

The Xiaomi CW400 has a resolution of 2560 x 1440p and offers a wider transmission distance and stronger penetration than others. The built-in high-gain dual antenna setup allows for seamless transmission of data. The camera is equipped with two built-in infrared lights and two white lights to guarantee full-color night vision. The camera is also capable of maintaining color in weak light environments.

The Xiaomi CW400 outdoor camera has a horizontal viewing angle of 360 degrees and a vertical viewing angle of 160 degrees. This means that the camera can cover a wider field view. It is rated IP66 for dustproof and waterproof protection. It also features intelligent noise reduction and a 15-meter radius for sound recording. The smart camera features AI humanoid detection, sound and light warning, time-lapse photography, and cloud storage to supplement local storage.

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Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW400 price

The Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW400 is available on pre-sale in China at a retail price of 279 yuan (~$39). It is unclear whether several color options are available for the product. However, we know that a white color option is part of the mix as shown in the images. Global availability details for the CW400 are lacking at this time.

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Get the latest Xiaomi Bone Conduction Headphone for $129 on Giztop

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Oct 27, 2022

Xiaomi Bone Conduction Headphone is now available on Giztop for $129 only. The headphone features an elegant swan neck design that is comfortable to wear and carry.

It uses bone conduction audio technology to relay your audio directly to your inner ears through vibrations on your bones. This open-ear design headphone is comfortable and safer than the in-ear design as it keeps your ear canal healthy and reduces the chances of hearing loss. It also gives you complete surrounding awareness thereby keeping you alert and informed of potential dangers and mishaps.

Xiaomi Bone Conduction Headphone features dual microphones and cVc noise cancellation technology that quickly identifies and reduces background noise for clear audio and calls. The headphone is made with skin-friendly silicone and weighs just 28g.

Xiaomi Bone Conduction Headphone comes with Bluetooth v5.2 which gives you a strong, stable, and powerful connection and low latency. The headphone supports aptX Hi-Fi sound and dual device connection. You get up to 12 hours of playtime with Xiaomi Bone conduction headphones and the IP66 waterproof certification makes it perfect for high-intensity workouts and outdoor sports.

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Redmi Note 12 Launched: 120Hz AMOLED Display, SD4 Gen 1 SoC, 33W Fast Charging, & More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 27, 2022

At the Redmi Note 12 Pro series launch event in China, the brand also unveiled the vanilla Redmi Note 12. The announcement of this device came as a surprise as there were no teasers or leaks regarding it.

The base model looks identical to the Pro handsets. However, it comes with watered-down specs. Let’s take a detailed look at it along with pricing and availability.

Redmi Note 12 Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 is built around a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole Samsung AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The panel supports a 4500000:1 contrast ratio, 1200 nits peak brightness level, 4096-level dimming, and DCI-P3 color gamut.

The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. It boots MIUI 13 based on Android 12.

It houses a dual camera system on the rear comprising a 48MP primary snapper and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

The IP53-rated smartphone arrives with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It offers connectivity options, like dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, and USB Type-C.

Last but not least, the device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

Redmi Note 12 Price and Availability

The Redmi Note 12 will retail at the following price tags in China.

4GB + 128GB – ¥1,199 ($166)
6GB + 128GB – ¥1,299 ($179)
8GB + 128GB – ¥1,499 ($207)
8GB + 256GB – ¥1,699 ($235)

It will be available in black, white, and blue color options. The handset is already up for pre-order and will go on sale from 8 PM GMT+8 on October 31.

Xiaomi Book Air 13 with 2.8K OLED display, convertible form factor launched

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Viraj Gawde

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Oct 27, 2022

Xiaomi Book Air 13 has launched in China today. It has been announced alongside the Redmi Note 12 series that includes the Pro, Pro+, and Explorer Edition variants. The brand has also launched other devices including a new Redmi TV, Redmi Projector, and an electric heater. The Xiaomi Book Air 13 is teased to be the thinnest and lightest laptop from the brand to date. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box.

The Xiaomi Book Air 3 sports a 13.3-inch E4 OLED display bearing a resolution of 2,880 x 1,800 pixels, 600 nits brightness, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The screen is surrounded by narrow bezels and it supports Dolby Vision and VESA Display HDR500 format. The laptop features a 2-in-1 design with a 360-degree hinge and touch support that allows users to use the device in various form factors.

The Xiaomi Book Air 3 is equipped with a 6-series aluminium alloy and CNC-integrated carving process. It is lightweight and slim measuring just 1.2kg and 12mm respectively.

The laptop is equipped with dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos as well as dual unit microphones. There is a backlit keyboard with a glass touchpad. The device comes with a fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button and an 8MPcamera.

Under the hood, the Xiaomi Book Air 13 houses up to 12th generation Intel Core i7 processors paired with Intel Iris Xe GPU. It packs up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB SSD storage. There is an oversized VC heat sink for heat dissipation. The machine is backed by a 58.3WHr battery cell with support for 65W fast charging. Software-wise, the laptop runs on Windows 11 OS out of the box.

Connectivity options on the Xiaomi Book Air 13 include WiFi-6E, Bluetooth 5.2, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, and an audio jack.

The Xiaomi Book Air 13 costs RMB 4,999 (~$691) for the Core i5 variant whereas the i7 model is priced at RMB 5,599 (~$774). It is offered in Beautiful White colour.

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Redmi Note 12 Pro Series Launched: 200MP Camera, 210W Charging, 120Hz OLED Display, & More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 27, 2022

As scheduled, Redmi has taken wraps off the Redmi Note 12 Pro series in China. The lineup consists of three models, namely Redmi Note 12 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus, and Redmi Note 12 Discovery Edition. There’s also a Redmi Note 12 Yibo Edition based on Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.

The three smartphones only differ in certain specs, while most part of the feature set is common across them. They can also be termed as different variants of the same handset, just like the Redmi Note 11T Pro series.

With that out of the way, let’s take a look at everything the Redmi Note 12 Pro family has to offer along with its price pricing and availability.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Series Specifications

All three models in the Redmi Note 12 Pro lineup sport a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole OLED display with a resolution of 2,400 x 1,080 pixels (FHD+), a 120Hz refresh rate, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, a 1920Hz PWM dimming, and a 16,000 level dimming. The 20:9 panel supports a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 10-bit color depth, 900 nits peak brightness level, HDR10+, HDR10, and Dolby Vision.

The phones are powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. The Pro Plus and the Discovery Edition feature a 3,000mm² VC cooling system, whereas the regular Pro version has a smaller 2,000mm² graphene-based cooling system.

The trio comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, an x-axis linear vibration motor, dual stereo speakers, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Connectivity options on it include dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, GNSS, NFC, and USB Type-C.

The devices boot MIUI 13 based on Android 12. The Pro and Pro Plus are backed by a 5,000mAh battery. But the Discovery houses a 4,300mAh battery.

Talking about major differences, the Pro sports a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera. This 1/1.56-inch sensor has a 6P lens, f/1.88 aperture, and OIS.

On the other hand, the Pro Plus and Discovery Edition flaunt a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPX main camera measuring 1/1.4-inch in size. It arrives with a 7P lens, ALD coating, f/1.65 aperture, and OIS.

However, all three handsets have the same 8MP ultra-wide camera and 2MP macro camera. They also have an identical 16MP front-facing camera.

Further, they support different charging speeds. The Pro, the Pro Plus, and the Discovery Edition support 67W, 120W, and 210 fast charging, respectively.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Series Price and Availability

The Redmi Note 12 Pro will retail at the following price tags in China

Redmi Note 12 Pro

Price

6GB + 128GB – ¥1,699 ($235)
8GB + 128GB – ¥1,799 ($249)
8GB + 256GB – ¥1,999 ($276)
12GB + 256GB – ¥2,199 ($304)

Colors

Black
White
Blue
Violet

Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus

Price

8GB + 256GB – ¥2,199 ($304)
12GB + 256GB – ¥2,399 ($332)

Colors

Black
White
Blue

Redmi Note 12 Yibo Edition

8GB + 256GB – ¥2,599 ($359)

Redmi Note 12 Discovery Edition

8GB + 256GB – ¥2,399 ($332)

Colors

Black

All the aforementioned devices, except for the Trend Edition are up for pre-order and will be available for purchase starting at 8 PM GMT+8 on October 31. Whereas, the remaining one will be available for pre-order starting November 11, followed by the sale on November 13.

BOE shows off its new MLED tech, the future of its transparent displays

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Sean

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Oct 27, 2022

BOE has just unveiled its new breed of MLED display technology. The new display is a breakthrough in its efforts to improve the transparent display technology. So here are all the details.

For those unaware, transparent screens have been available for the consumer market in the ultra high end segments. It has even had applications in the commercial sectors and has also been useful in supporting other technologies like augmented reality. But despite all of this, they have had some limiting factors apart from their huge price tags. However, it seems that BOE is addressing many of the woes of transparent displays with its new MLED panel technology.

So far, transparent panels function as both a window and a billboard display due to discrepancies in their pixel structure or circuitry. Although, the Chinese display maker has announced the new MLED screens that offer improvements in both of these aspects. BOE has claimed that it has worked out how to space and connect its pixels in a manner that is better for displays to function as a transparent panel.

Thanks to this, the company claims that it has achieved an optimization result in transmittance that now hits up to 65 percent. This figure is on the regions of the MLED programmed to be opaque. BOE has also stated that its new MLED display technology can hit brightness of up to 1,000 nit and a contrast rtio of 1:100,000 under certain circumstances as well. In other words, this could be the new and improved future of the transparent displays.

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Apple rumoured to be working on a 16-inch iPad for 2023

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Viraj Gawde

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Oct 27, 2022

A 16-inch iPad is reportedly said to be in development. It is expected to debut in the fourth quarter of 2023. The news comes from The Information’s Wayne Ma who added that the 16-inch model would be the biggest iPad in the company’s tablet portfolio. Earlier this month, the Cupertino-based tech giant launched the iPad Pro 2022 and iPad (10th gen).

The report says that the 16-inch iPad would blur the lines between the iPad and MacBook. This is because Apple currently sells the 16-inch MacBook. The 16-inch iPad will probably be targeted at creative workers including graphic designers and artists who would benefit from the larger screen real estate. The 12.9-inch iPad is the largest tablet that Apple offers currently. The forthcoming offering would significantly be larger than the current 12.9-inch model.

If the report indeed turns out to be true then the difference between the 16-inch iPad and MacBook would become indistinct. This is because the iPad already packs top-notch hardware that is more powerful than most PCs. It remains to be seen how Apple positions the larger size iPad in its portfolio and whether it will be called iPad Pro or just the iPad. In addition to The Information, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also reported in the past that Apple was considering making larger iPads.

DSCC Analyst Ross Young stated earlier that Apple was also working on a 14-inch iPad Pro with a mini LED display. Based on the early rumours, it’s likely that we may expect a 14 and 16-inch iPad variants next year to match the sizes of MacBooks.

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Apple iPhone, iPads face new vulnerabilities in latest iOS & iPadOS

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Sean

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Oct 27, 2022

Apple recently released the new iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 updates for its iPhones and iPads. New updates usually bring some small bugs and glitches, but this time aaround, it appears that the new updates also come with some serious security flaws as well.

According to an Economic Times report, iPhone and iPads have been facing vulnerabilities due to the new iOS and iPadOS updates. The information arrives from an advisory by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (Cert-IN). This report stated that the latest iOS and iPadOS builds feature a number of new vulnerabilities that would allow hackers with malicious intent to remotely access a user’s private data, run arbitrary code and spoof the interface address. Furthermore, these hackers could possibly even run denial of service programs remotely on the victim’s iPhone or iPad.

As per Cert-IN, several iPhones from the Cupertino based giant are vulnerable to cyberattacks if they are running on iOS 16.1 and iOS 16.0.3 builds. Similarly, the security flaw also affects iPads running on iPadOS versions prior to the iPadOS 16.1 build. Due to this issue, the Apple iPhone 8 and after models are affected, while the iPad Pro Call models, iPad Air 3rd Gen and later, iPad 5th Gen and later, and even the iPad mini 5th gen and newer models are also among the list of affected devices.

Cert-IN stated that the severity of these vulnerabilities is high and is caused because of inadequate security controls in the AppleMobileFileIntegrity component among a number of other factors as well. Now, hackers could exploit these vulnerabilities by having the user open a malicious file or application. These files or apps would include harmful firmware that could help the hacker gain access to the victim’s device.

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Ninebot UiFi Electric Scooter with cruise control, a top speed of 32km/h launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 27, 2022

Segway Ninebot recently announced a number of new products in China, including a new electric scooter. The scooter is dubbed Ninebot UiFi Electric Scooter and is said to be the brand’s first electric scooter that conforms with China’s e-scooter regulatory standard and can thus, be registered. The e-scooter carries a price tag of 2,999 yuan ($418) but had got a 1000 yuan limited-time price slash bringing down the price to 1,999 yuan ($278).

Compared to other brands of scooters in this range, the Ninebot UiFi Electric Scooter is larger in size. The size variation is due to the larger battery compartment at the bottom and the addition of a seat. The seat offers riders a more comfortable and less stressful riding experience. The overall shape is almost similar to the normal electric kick scooter.

The Ninebot UiFi is only 1.2m long and adopts a low-seat design. The height of 680mm is suitable for most user groups. The weight of the entire scooter is only 33kg, making it easier to push and move.

Furthermore, the UiFi e-scooter can be locked and unlocked via a mobile phone, wristband, and NFC. The electric scooter can also be unlocked through the app or password.

In terms of battery life, the Ninebot UiFi electric scooter has a typical battery life of 45km and a battery life of 37km under working conditions. It has a three-speed power adjustment, and the maximum speed can reach 32km/h. There is also one-button cruise control, e-ABS, and other configurations to improve riding safety.

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Samsung ends Android updates for first Galaxy Fold model

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Sean

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Oct 27, 2022

Samsung was one of the first brands to launch a foldable smartphone model in the market. Just three years ago, the first ever Galaxy Fold was announced, and now, it seems that the device has reached the end of its life in terms of Android updates.

For those unaware, the Galaxy Fold faced many delays before its eventual release and launched with Android 9 Pie out of the box back in 2019. But since then, the South Korean tech giant has offered various updates and the company’s first foldable device now runs on Android 12 OS. But it seems like this is the end of the road as Samsung will not be offering a major OS update for the Galaxy Fold. This means that the device will not be receiving the Android 13 OS based One UI 5.0 update.

In other words, it also means that this is the only foldable smartphone from the company to not receive any update past Android 12. Samsung typically offers three years of OS updates with another year of security patches. But since the Galaxy Fold has reached the end of its three year update cycle, it will no longer be eligible for major upgrades. Meanwhile, the Glaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip phone models from 2021 and 2022 will still be eligible for the Android 14 update next year.

Keep in mind that this doesn’t necessarily mean the end of all software updates for this device. There is still at least a year left for security updates and patches. With Android 13 just rolling out, Android 12 is by no means outdated, so existing Galaxy Fold users need not worry about their foldable phone getting outdated all of a sudden.

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