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

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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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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.

Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW400
Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW400 features
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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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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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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Realme 10, 10 Pro+ specs leaked, live images surface online

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Sean

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Oct 27, 2022

Prior to the launch of the highly anticipated Realme 10 series, a series of new leaks have revealed the specifications of the higher end 10 Pro+ model of the series. On the other hand, the base model’s specs and even its live images have been shared online. So let’s take a look.

Realme 10
163.7×74.2×8.1(mm)
190g
6.7-inch 2400×1080
4,870mAh
6GB,8GB,12GB
64GB,128GB,256GB,512GB
108MP + 2MP
16MP front#realme #Realme10series
— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) October 27, 2022

The specs leak was shared by known tipster, Mukul Sharma, who posted the information on Twitter. Looking at the tweet, the Realme 10 will measure just 8.1 mm in thickness and weigh 190 grams. It will also sport a 6.7 inch display that has a 2400 x 1080px FHD+ resolution. The front will also house a 16 megapixel selfie camera as well. Apparently, this model will be powered by a 4,870mAh battery pack and will be available in multiple storage configurations. For memory, the Realme 10 will come with 6GB, 8GB, or 12GB of RAM that will be paired with 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, or even 256GB of internal storage.

The exact pairing is still unclear at the moment. Sharma also claimed that the device will features a 108 megapixel primary shooter on the rear, which will be paired with a 2 megapixel secondary lens. However, another leak from another popular tipster, Abhishek Yadav, shared a live image of this device, which clearly sports a glossy back with a dual camera setup on the rear. Unlike Sharma, Yadav claimed that this model will have a 50 megapixel primary sensor on the rear paired with a 2 megapixel secondary sensor.

Realme 10 Pro(+)
163.7×74.2×8.1(mm)
172.5g
6.7-inch 2412×1080 AMOLED
4,890mAh/67W
6GB,8GB,12GB
64GB,128GB,256GB,512GB
108MP + 8MP + 2MP
16MP front#realme #Realme10series
— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) October 27, 2022

Lastly, Mukul Sharma also revealed the specs of the Realme 10 Pro+ model as well. This is likely the top end model in the lineup, which will also measure 8.1mm thick but only weigh 172.5 grams. It will reportedly sport a 6.7 inch AMOLED display, with a FHD+ resolution. The device is believed to be powered by a 4,890mAh battery pack that could support 67W fast charging. The front houses a 16 megapixel selfie shooter as well, while the rear packs a 108 megapixel triple camera setup, which includes an 8 megapixel and 2 megapixel sensors as well. Interestingly, the 10 Pro+ model will offer the same exact storage configurations.

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OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T, 9R, 9RT, & Ace Pro ColorOS 13 Open Beta live in China

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Sean

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Oct 27, 2022

OnePlus has just announced the Open Beta for ColorOS 13 for a number of its older smartphone models in its home country of China. The major update brings the highly anticipated Android 13 OS, so let’s have a look at all the models receiving this update.

The Chinese smartphone maker announced the recruitment for the Open Beta program on its official forums. It stated that the company’s R&D team is bringing the Android 13 OS based ColorOS 13 update to early adopters that own the OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T, 9R, 9RT, and Ace Pro smartphone models in China. So for those interested, you can opt in for the open beta by clicking on this link here and registering. Once this step is done, you can expect to see a push notification that shows you when you’re eligible for the updates.

It is also advised that users back up their data before moving te the beta version. Furthermore, since this is not the final build, there will likely be some minor bugs or system glitches in the update as well. To get the beta update, one has to also ensure that their supported device has been upgraded to the basic version C.07, which you can check by going into Settings > About this device > Version information > Version number.

Notably, the company is accepting applications for the beta program between the dates 2022/10/11 to 2022/10/12. The brand will also be reviewing applications in batches within 5 working days. For those unaware, the final build of the Android 13 OS based ColorOS 13 is still a while away for these older OnePlus smartphones, but the open beta confirms that it is not too far off.

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Realme 10 Pro+ spotted on SIRIM certification, could launch soon in Malaysia

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Oct 27, 2022

Yesterday, Realme confirmed that its upcoming Realme 10 series smartphones will launch in the month of November. The brand is yet to reveal the exact launch date, however, rumors suggest that the launch could take place on November 5.

Ahead of the launch, the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G model has appeared on the SIRIM certification database in Malaysia, all but confirming that the series will make its debut in the Southeast Asian country.

Spotted by known tipster Mukul Sharma, the listing reveals that the RMX3686 model number is the Realme 10 Pro+. Other than that, the listing does not reveal any specification-related details of the smartphone. So let’s take a look at what the rumors say about the upcoming device.

Realme 10 Pro+ 5G specs (rumored)

Realme 10 Pro+ is anticipated to have a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset with options for 8 GB or 12 GB RAM and 128 GB or 256 GB of storage. It will have a 120Hz refresh rate AMOLED display. A 5,000mAh battery with 67W rapid charging will power the gadget.

For optics, it could feature a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS support. It’s possible that this is the IMX766 sensor found in the current Realme 9 Pro+ model. The phone will have 5G connectivity and be available in the hues Hyperspace, Dark Matter, and Nebula Blue.

Realme 10 4G specs (rumored)

The Realme 4G on the other hand is expected to feature a 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a punch-hole cutout. This will be an FHD+ resolution panel offering a refresh rate of 90Hz. A MediaTek Helio G99 will likely be at the chipset featured in the device. So far, it is rumored to have only one configuration – 4GB RAM + 128GB storage. Lastly, the battery on the device will be a 5,000mAh unit with 33W fast charging support.

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Lofree launches the 1% Lost in Desire Mechanical Keyboard

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Oct 27, 2022

Mechanical Keyboards are favorites of pro gamers and creative writers. Whether you are playing Minecraft, Fortnite, or Grand Theft Auto or planning to write your next best-seller, you will want to invest in a good quality Mechanical Keyboard as it is faster, more durable, tactile, and accurate as compared to regular keyboards.

Lofree is a famous brand that makes Mechanical Keyboards, mouse, calculators, and other lifestyle products. Known for its unique and aesthetically pleasing designs, the brand has created some of the best designer keyboards in the market. Their 1% series is one of the top-selling products known for its unique minimalist and clean design. And now Lofree has launched its latest entry in the 1% series called the Lofree 1% Lost in Desire Mechanical Keyboard.

The 1% Lost in Desire keyboard is a revamped and upgraded version of the 1% series. The keyboard has retained the ergonomic shape and style of the 1% series but unlike the fully transparent keycaps and chassis, the Lost in Desire keyboard comes in a milky white color that gives it a misty appearance. The new keyboard comes with a cotton pad layer that is placed between the PCB and bottom plate that absorbs almost all the pressure and sound and gives a smooth and silent output on every keystroke. The soft acoustics of this keyboard makes it a pleasure to type on it for hours.

1% Lost in Desire keyboard comes with hot-swappable sockets that allow the users to replace the switches whenever required. It also has full-key conflict-free typing support allowing you to type flawlessly with no ghosting issues. The keyboard comes with dual connectivity modes viz. Bluetooth v5.1 and USB Type-C. Also with the white LED backlight and 7 different pre-built effects, you easily change the mood of your workspace or gaming station.

1% Lost in Desire Keyboard is now available for $239.99 only. For more information on the keyboard and price checkout here.

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ColorOS 13 Beta Live for Oppo Reno 5, 6, 7, 7 Pro

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 27, 2022

Samsung just started releasing the Android 13 stable update for the Galaxy S22 series earlier this week. On the other hand, Oppo has already delivered the same update for multiple devices since last month.

At the same time, the company is running beta programs for various handsets. In fact, four more mode phones have joined the beta initiative recently. All of them are Reno series smartphones.

Oppo has started recruiting Android 13-based ColorOS 13 beta testers for the following handsets in the mentioned regions.

Oppo Reno 5 5G
- China
Oppo Reno 6 5G
- China
- India
Oppo Reno 7 5G
- India
Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G (including League of Legends Edition)
- China
- India

Users of the phones mentioned above can head to Settings > About Device > ColorOS Logo > Icon on the top right to access the ColorOS 13 beta registration page. They can fill out the form and submit it to enroll themselves.

Selected applicants will get access to the latest version of ColorOs in beta form via an OTA software update. Unqualified applicants can try their luck in the next batch of recruitments if any.

Going by Oppo’s track record of software delivery, these smartphones will receive the stable update as early as a month from now. Further, as October is about to end, we are looking forward to Oppo sharing the ColorOS 13 update schedule for November in the coming days.

OxygenOS 13 x Android 13 Beta rollout schedule announced by OnePlus for eligible devices

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Sudhanshu

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Oct 27, 2022

Since the Android 13 release a couple of months back, OnePlus has been proactive in bringing the new operating system version to its devices. The flagship OnePlus 10 Pro has already received the stable OxygenOS 13 update, while devices like the OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T, and more are currently in the open beta testing phase.

Now, to answer OnePlus users’ questions about when their smartphone will receive the OxygenOS 13 beta update, OnePlus has revealed the Android 13 beta rollout schedule till the first half of 2023.

OnePlus OxygenOS 13 Beta Rollout Schedule

From August 2022

OnePlus 10 Pro 5G [Stable Released]

From September 2022

OnePlus 10R 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus 9 Pro 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus 9 5G [Open Beta Released]

From Q4 2022

OnePlus 10T 5G [Closed Beta Released]
OnePlus 9RT 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus 9R 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus 8 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus 8T 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus 8 Pro 5G [Open Beta Released]
OnePlus Nord 2T 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G

From H1 2023

OnePlus Nord 2 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 5G

It is important to note that these are the release schedules for OxygneOS 13 Beta, and the Stable release may take a few extra months. The company has mentioned that the OnePlus Nord N20 SE will directly receive a stable OxygenOS 13 update in H1 2023.

Devices left out of this list such as the OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7T, OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7T Pro, and OnePlus Nord 5G are not eligible for OxygenOS 13 update.

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Realme UI 3.0 x Android 13 open beta launched for Realme GT Neo 3 & GT Neo 3 150W

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Sudhanshu

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Oct 27, 2022

Recently, Realme commenced the Android 13-based Realme UI 3.0 early access program for the GT Neo 3T smartphone. Now, the other two devices in the series, namely the Realme GT Neo 3 and the GT Neo 3 150W have moved on to the open beta phase of Realme UI 3.0, indicating that they will soon be receiving the stable Android 13 update.

Users must sign up for the program if they want to experience the open beta update. Before installing the new update, users must adhere to a few criteria. The Realme GT Neo 3 and GT Neo 3 150W users must first update their smartphones to the necessary versions, RMX3561 11.A.15, RMX3561 11.A.16; RMX3563 11.A.15, RMX3563 11.A.16.

Once you are on the required version, you can proceed with the open beta update installation by navigating to Settings>Software Update>Tap the drop-down on the top right corner>Tap on Trial Version>Fill out the form and hit Apply Now.

If and when your application is accepted, a notification for the new beta update will be sent to you. Being a beta program, it is important to keep in mind that the update may contain bugs or that some apps may not function as intended. We, therefore, suggest our readers refrain from updating their primary phones with the beta version.

It is also advised to back up the data on your device before the update as updating to the Android 13 beta version and then rolling back to Android 12 will erase all the data on the smartphone.

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Redmi Note 12 Pro spotted on Geekbench running Dimensity 1080 ahead of today’s launch

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Sudhanshu

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Oct 27, 2022

Redmi will launch the Note 12 series of smartphones later today in the Chinese market. Hours ahead of the launch, the alleged Redmi Note 12 Pro has been spotted on the Geekbench database. The benchmark listing reveals some of the key aspects of the upcoming devices. So, let’s take a look at the details.

The Geekbench 5 benchmark database listed the Redmi Note 12 series device with the model number 22101316C. This might be the Redmi Note 12 Pro. The listing also reveals the presence of an octa-core processor with a motherboard codenamed ruby. The processor has a maximum clock speed of 2.6GHz and a base frequency of 2.00GHz. It is also equipped with the Mali G68 GPU. These details indicate that this is the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor.

Other than the processor, the handset is spotted with 6GB of RAM, which is likely one of the many RAM options for the upcoming smartphone. Additionally, the device will boot Android 12 out of the box, which will feature the MIUI 13 skin on top. It is likely that the device will receive the Android 13 update a couple of months down the line.

Now, getting to the performance, the device scored 767 points in the single-core test and 2008 points in the multi-core test of Geekbench 5. No further details are revealed by the benchmark, however, a recent leak has revealed all details of the upcoming device.

Redmi Note 12 Pro specs

The Redmi Note 12 Pro will feature a 6.67-inch flat AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 900 nits. This will be a 10-bit color display with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HDR10+ support.

The Dimensity 1080 chip will draw power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 67W fast charging support. This model is said to come in 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations. As for optics, the Note 12 Pro will have a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor with OIS support paired with an 8MP ultrawide lens and a 2MP macro snapper.

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Xiaomi Book Air 13 details leak: RAM, storage, processor & more

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Sudhanshu

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Oct 27, 2022

Xiaomi‘s sub-brand Redmi is gearing up to launch the Redmi Note 12 series on October October 27. Along with the new smartphones, the company will also launch a new laptop called the Xiaomi Book Air 13. The laptop is teased to be the thinnest and lightest laptop by the brand yet.

Ahead of the launch, multiple sources have leaked the specifications of the upcoming laptop. So, let’s take a look at the details.

A previous JD listing reveals that the laptop will feature a 13.3-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, 60Hz refresh rate, and a 16:10 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the laptop will be powered by 12th Gen Intel Core U series processors. These will be the Core i5-1230U or the Core i7-1250U processors. Both of these are quite similar processors with 10 cores (2 performance + 8 efficiency cores), and 12 threads. The only difference between the two is that the i7 model can boost up to 4.7GHz while the i5 model is capable of a max boost of 4.4GHz.

The chipsets will be paired with 16GB of LPDDR5-5200 RAM and 512 GB SSD storage. The laptop will weigh 1.2 kg and should be 12 mm thick. Despite the thin and light, Xiaomi claims to have installed a 58.3 Wh battery with 65 W support in the laptop. Lastly, the laptop will come with baked-in Bluetooth 5.2, a couple of Thunderbolt ports, and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity.

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