Glitch in Huawei’s AppGallery lets users download paid apps for free

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May 19, 2022

If you follow the tech industry, you’re probably aware that Huawei is in a lot of trouble. The company was subject to a US trade ban in May 2019, which prevented it from working with some of its long-term partners including Google. This means Huawei phones cannot access Google services such as the Play Store. So, the company had to create its own alternative to the Google Play Store called “AppGallery”. However, it is reported that AppGallery is facing a certain glitch that allows users to download paid apps for free.

This vulnerability/glitch has been discovered by Dylan Roussel. He found that the API of Huawei’s AppGallery offers no protection for paid applications. It is reportedly possible to obtain a genuine APK download link for premium apps without even having to pay for it.

To make sure that it wasn’t the issue with just one particular app, Russel tried downloading multiple apps and he was successful each time. However, one game he downloaded had a license verification, which he failed to pass.

Russel even emailed Huawei informing them about the issue and offered them 5 weeks to fix it. Now it has been 13 Weeks and the vulnerability still persists. So, he decided to disclose it publicly.

Huawei’s ignorance can have a grave impact on the earnings of developers who have published their apps in Huawei’s AppGallery. Not only that, but this issue also invites app piracy. Attackers could exploit the API to download a huge number of premium apps without even visiting the AppGallery.

If you’re an app developer with a paid app published in Huawei’s AppGallery, it is advisable for you to implement additional means of protection to your application through DRM, like the AppGallery DRM Service.

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New Realme Pad 5G will be one of the best tablet in its price range: Exec

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Sean

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May 19, 2022

Earlier this week, we had reported on Realme planning on launching another new tablet in China soon. The company had previously launched the Realme Pad and Pad Mini, and now, a new higher end variant is expected to be released soon as well.

This new tablet will be a part of its Pad series, but will feature a flagship grade Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. While finer details are still unknown, it is also expected to sport an LCD panel that has a QHD+ resolution and support for 120Hz high refresh rate. Under the hood, a large 8,360mAh battery pack is believed to power the device. Although, this all of this information was only based on our previous reports.

Earlier today (19th May 2022), The Chinese smartphone maker’s VP Xu Qi took to Weibo to share another new teaser for the upcoming tablet. This teaser didn’t share a lot of information, but he did add that the upcoming tablet will be the king of its price range. In other words, it will feature some top notch specifications that makes it stand apart thanks to its competitive price tag.

It also means that the latest Realme Pad will be the cheapest tablet with a Snapdragon 870 processor. As of right now, not a lot of information is available regarding this matter. But our initial reports had also mentioned that the tablet will be launching later this month alongside an upcoming Naruto special edition of the Power Bank 3 Pro on May 26. So stick around, as we will be covering the launch event.

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POCO X4 GT specifications tipped, reveals 144Hz display, Dimensity 8100, 67W charging, and more

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 19, 2022

The POCO X4 GT smartphone is reportedly in the works. An IMEI database listing revealed that its model number is 22041216G. This device is said to be a rebranded or tweaked version of the Redmi Note 11T Pro smartphone, which is scheduled to launch on May 24 in China. While there is no official confirmation of the POCO X4 GT, it is speculated that the device may go official in the next few weeks in global markets. Ahead of its arrival, tipster Yogesh Brar has shared the rumored specifications of the POCO X4 GT.

POCO X4 GT specifications (rumored)

The POCO X4 GT will sport a 6.6-inch LCD panel that offers an FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It may feature a 20-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear camera setup may comprise a 48-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel camera. On a side note, the Note 11T Pro is expected to feature a 64-megapixel primary camera.

The Dimensity 8100 will be present under the hood of the POCO X4 GT. It will offer 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of internal storage. The Android 12 OS with MIUI 13 on top may come preinstalled on the smartphone.

The POCO X4 GT will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. The handset is expected to arrive with other specs like an X-axis linear motor, NFC, and JBL audio (dual stereo speakers). For security, it will arrive with a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

The POCO X4 GT will succeed the POCO X3 GT from last year. The X3 GT offered key specs like a 6.6-inch LCD 120Hz display, a Dimensity 1100 chip, LPPDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging.

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Sony officially launches LinkBuds S, the World’s smallest & lightest TWS earbuds

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May 19, 2022

Sony had just recently announced its latest generation of flagship headphones, the WH-1000XM5. Now, the company has announced a new audio product, this time, its a new truly wireless earbuds called the LinkBuds S.

Just yesterday, we had reported on a leak regarding these new wireless earphones. The report had stated that each earbud will weighs just 4.8 grams, which meant that they would be the smallest and lightest TWS earbuds in the market. And now, the Japanese tech giant has officially launched the hearables, and true to the report, it really is the lightest TWS in the world right now. For those unaware, the company had launched the LinkBuds a couple of months ago, which featured a unique open ring design. However, the new LinkBuds S features a more conventional closed design, but with a light body weight.

In other words, it is not surprising that Sony is marketing this aspect in particular, stating that the earbuds were made to be as comfortable as possible. It also arrives with an ergonomic form factor for a secure and irritation free wearing experience. Thanks to a new collaboration with Niantic, which is known for making Pokémon Go, the company is also working on an AR game called Ingress. This will use these earbuds’ spatial sound technology to “enable players to enjoy a new experience in which sound is delivered according to the direction they are facing.”

The LinkBuds S will offer a full day battery life, with about 6 hours of audio playback with ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) turned on, with an additional 14 hours of charging being offered by the charging case as well. A quick 5 minute charge will offer up to an hour of extra playback as well. The new earbuds is already available for pre-orders and is available in either White or Black color options. It has a suggested price of 200 US Dollars, which is more expensive than the non-S LinkBud model.

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Alleged OPPO Reno 8 Pro+ spotted with full specifications at TENAA

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 19, 2022

Last week, an OPPO phone with the PFZM10 model number emerged in the database of the Geekbench benchmarking site. The listing revealed that it is powered by the Dimensity 8100-Max chipset. Hence, it is being speculated that it could be the upcoming Reno 8 Pro+ smartphone, which is set to launch with Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro on May 23 in China. Ahead of the official announcement, the alleged Reno 8 Pro+ has been spotted with entire specifications at TENAA.

OPPO PFZM10 specifications

The OPPO PFZM10 TENAA listing has revealed that it has a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels. Rumors have it that it carries support for a 120Hz refresh rate.

For selfies, it has a 32-megapixel camera on the front. The back panel of the device has a 50-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.

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The Dimensity 8100-Max powered smartphone will be arriving with 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of built-in storage. The pre-order listing of the smartphone available on OPPO China’s website states that it will come in three variants: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It is expected to arrive in three colors: Xiaoyaoqing (mint), Roaming Grey, and Undercurrent (black).

The device seems to house a 4,500mAh battery. Reports suggest that the device may arrive with support for 80W fast charging. It will offer other features such as ColorOS based Android 12 OS and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. At present, there is no information available on the price of the device.

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Vivo TWS Air key features revealed through teaser poster ahead of the official launch

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May 19, 2022

Vivo is all set to launch its latest Vivo S15 series smartphones in its home country China today, along with the new Vivo TWS Air earphones.

In the latest development, ahead of the official launch event scheduled for later today, the company has officially shared some of the key details for the upcoming true wireless earbuds through a teaser poster.

The poster shared by the company shows the upcoming Vivo TWS Air earphones in two color options — Stone Blue and Vitality White. This could mean that the product will go on sale in these two color options.

It has also been confirmed that the true wireless earbuds come with 14.2mm high-definition drivers. They are also claimed to be lightweight, weighing around 3.5 grams, making them comfortable to wear even for a longer duration.

Further, Vivo has confirmed that the earphones have dual-mic call noise reduction functionality that uses Artificial Intelligence. As for the battery life, the upcoming TWS Air are promised by the company to have 25 hours of battery life on a single charge.

The product has been up for pre-order in China from last week, and those who pre-order the device will be getting a protective case for free. The company will announce the pricing details at the Vivo S15 series launch event today and will go on sale from 31st May.

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Poco X4 GT 5G Production reportedly Starts in Asian and Eurasian countries, Could Launch soon

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May 19, 2022

Poco X4 GT 5G was recently spotted on the IMEI database which confirmed its moniker. Now it is reported that the smartphone has entered the production stage in several Asian and Eurasian countries, hinting at an imminent launch. Poco’s X4 series debuted with Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5 which was launched a few months back. The company appears to be ready to follow it up with the latest Poco X4 GT 5G.

As per tipster Mukul Sharma, the Poco X4 GT 5G serial production has begun in multiple Asian and Eurasian countries. He also says that the launch of the smartphone is imminent. Judging from his past leaks, this news is likely to be true.

[Exclusive] Serial production of the POCO X4 GT 5G (NFC) has begun in various Eurasian and Asian countries. Launch is imminent.#POCO #POCOX4GT #POCOX4GT5G

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) May 19, 2022

Unfortunately, we don’t have any official details about the specifications of the smartphone. However, it is rumored to be a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro and luckily its major specifications are out.

The Redmi Note 11T Pro has been made official. Xiaomi has started teasing the smartphone with posters. The company recently released a poster showcasing its rear camera setup and color variants. It is also confirmed that the smartphone will be launched on May 24 in China.

POCO X4 GT 5G (Expected)

Assuming that the Poco X4 GT 5G will be a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro, we can expect it to arrive with a 6.6-inch FHD+ display, which carries support for up to a 144Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it can have MediaTek Dimensity 8000. The device will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 120W fast charging.

The smartphone may arrive in 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 512 GB storage choices. We are still in the dark about the camera specs.

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Apple Watch Series 8 renders leak online showcasing the design of the smartwatch

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May 19, 2022

Last year, ahead of the launch of the Apple Watch Series 7, there were several leaks revealing a redesign for the wearable device. But when the product was actually launched, the design largely remained unchanged.

As it appears, the leaked design for the smartwatch last year wasn’t for the Watch Series 7 models but for the upcoming Apple Watch Series 8 models, which are expected to go official along with the new iPhone models later this year.

Now, a new report coming from ShrimpApplePro claims that the upcoming Apple Watch models will come with a flat glass design. Jon Prosser and a few other tipsters had previously claimed that the wearable device will have square edges, among other changes.

A new render for the upcoming Watch Series 8 showcases what the smartwatch could end up looking like. However, do note that the leak coming this time hasn’t been confirmed yet, and there’s a chance that is may not turn up to be true.

While Apple hasn’t confirmed anything about the upcoming Watch 8 models, leaks and rumors indicate the product to be the best yet from the brand. It is expected to have support for temperature support and will be running the latest watchOS 9 out-of-the-box and have a few more exciting features.

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New iQOO Z5’s full specifications leaked before tomorrow’s launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 19, 2022

An iQOO smartphone with a V2188A model number has been approved by China’s TENAA authority. However, the listing already only revealed few details about the smartphone. It is speculated that it could be the new iQOO Z5, which is scheduled to launch tomorrow (May 20) in China. Hopefully, the company will confirm the exact name of the device by tomorrow.

Last year, iQOO launched the Snapdragon 778G-powered iQOO Z5 in China and India. The upcoming China-bound iQOO Z5 smartphone is likely to come equipped with the Dimensity 1300 chipset. Now the TENAA listing of the device has been updated with all its major specs, Here is all the information that has appeared on it.

iQOO Z5 specifications (rumored)

The TENAA listing of the V2188A reveals that it measures 163.87 x 75.33 x 9.21mm and weighs 202.8 grams. The device houses a 6.58-inch TFT screen that offers an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels. It is unclear whether it supports a high refresh rate.

The images of the V2188A have appeared in TENAA. However, a poster of the phone that was spotted last week revealed that it would be coming in black and orange colors. The TENAA listing further states that it will house a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth/macro) camera.

It is powered by a 3GHz octa-core processor, which seems to be the Dimensity 1300 SoC. TENAA states that the device will arrive with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. It lacks support for external storage. It appears that the device will run on an iQOO UI flavored Android 12 OS.

The V2188A houses a massive 6,000mAh battery. It has been found through its 3C certification that it will carry support for 44W rapid charging. Some of the other features that will be available on the device include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and an IR blaster.

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Huawei Watch Fit 2, Watch D, and Band 7 wearable devices launched globally

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May 19, 2022

Huawei has globally launched its new wearable device, a smartwatch dubbed Huawei Watch Fit 2, along with a few other wearable products. As the name indicates, it’s a successor to the Watch Fit launched by the company last year.

The Huawei Watch Fit 2 features a 1.74-inch HD unique rectangular AMOLED touch screen display with support for Always-On watch faces. It has about 97 workout modes and can track sleep, stress, and menstrual cycle for female users.

Animated workout modes have been improved, and new voice-guided warm-up stretches for 7 common workouts have been added. The device also has a Bluetooth speaker and microphone for calling, as well as a Huawei Assistant Today screen that shows the weather or music playback controls.

The smartwatch is rated to be 50m (5 ATM) water resistance and comes with built-in support for GPS, Beidou, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS satellite systems. It also offers 24-Hour Heart Rate Monitoring and blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring. As for the battery life, the company is promising a 10-day battery life on a single charge.

The Active Edition costs 149 Euros (~$156) and comes in Isle Blue, Sakura Pink, and Midnight Black colors. The Classic Edition is priced at 199 Euros (~$208) and comes in Nebula Gray and Moon White colors. The Elegant Edition costs 249 Euros (~$261) and comes in Premium Gold, and Silver Frost colors.

Along with the Huawei Watch Fit 2, the company has also launched three more wearable devices for the global markets — Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro, Huawei Watch D, and the Huawei Band 7.

The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro Ceramic 43mm costs 499 Euros (~$525) for the leather strap version, while the White Ceramic strap version costs 699 Euros (~$725). The Titanium 46mm costs 369 Euros (~$388) for the Black Fluoroelastomer strap, 389 Euros (~$409) for the Gray leather strap, and the White Titanium strap version costs 499 Euros (~$525).

On the other hand, the Huawei Watch D comes in Graphite Black color and is priced at 449 Euros, which is about $472. The Huawei Band 7 fitness tracker comes in Wilderness Green, Flame Red, Graphite Black, and Nebula Pink colors and is priced at 59 Euros (~$62).

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Redmi Note 11T Pro, 11T Pro+ launch date confirmed, here’s what to expect

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 19, 2022

Today, Redmi confirmed that it will be announcing the Redmi Note 11T Pro series of smartphones at 7:00 PM (local time) on May 24 in China. Ahead of the launch, the Note 11T Pro lineup is now available for reservations on the official website. One of the recent Weibo posts from the brand reveals that the lineup will include two models: Redmi Note 11T Pro and Redmi Note 11T Pro+.

The Redmi Note 11T Pro series poster released by the company showcases its rear camera module and color variants. It appears that the Note 11T Pro and Note 11T Pro+ may sport an identical design and may come in at least blue and silver colors.

As can be seen in the above image, the Note 11T Pro lineup has a protruding camera setup. It consists of three cameras and an LED flash unit. Redmi hasn’t said anything about the camera or any of the other specs of its lineup.

[Updated] Redmi Note 11T Pro, 11T Pro specifications (rumored)

Last month, two Redmi smartphones with model numbers 22041216C and 22041216UC were approved by the TENAA authority of China. The same devices were also spotted on the 3C certification platform. The 22041216C may launch with the Redmi Note 11T Pro name, while the 22041216UC may debut as the Redmi Note 11T Pro+.

Both smartphones will have a 6.6-inch FHD+ display and run on the Android 12 OS with MIUI 13 on top. These devices are likely to support up to a 144Hz refresh rate. The vanilla model may come in 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. The Pro model may arrive in 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 512 GB storage choices.

The Dimensity 1300 SoC and a 4,300mAh battery may power the Redmi Note 11T. On the other hand, the Pro model may get the Dimensity 8100 chipset and a 5,000mAh battery. The basic model might be able to charge at 67W, while the higher variant might be able to charge at 120W.

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Samsung shows some love to the Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A41, rolls out the Android 12 update

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Anurag

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May 19, 2022

Samsung is known as the undisputed king of software updates because the company promises to provide 4 years of updates to all the Galaxy smartphones. True to its words, the South Korean tech giant is now reportedly delivering stable Android 12 updates to the two mid-range phones, dubbed Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A41. The new update includes a new UI design, upgraded stock apps, some new functions, and enhanced privacy and security.

The Android 12 update for the Samsung Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A41 smartphones apparently comes with firmware versions A225FXXU3BVD8 and A415FXXU1DVDB, respectively. It is now being rolled out in Russia and is expected to expand to other nations in the coming weeks.

As reported by Sammobile, the Android 12 update for the Galaxy A22 includes a redesigned UI with the Color Palette feature, improved widget designs, more lock screen widgets, and improved Dark Mode. The Galaxy A21 also receives upgraded versions of Samsung’s stock apps, including Bixby, Bixby Routines, Calendar, My Files, Samsung Internet, and Samsung Keyboard. The Camera and Device Care applications have also been tidied up. The update also carries the April 2022 security patch.

The publications revealed that the Android 12 update for the Samsung Galaxy A41 also includes the April 2022 security patch, which is said to address 88 privacy and security flaws.

Samsung has improved the privacy and security of both smartphones by introducing features like Privacy Dashboard, and quick setting toggles to enable or disable camera and microphone access. Moreover, the company has also added privacy indicators for camera and microphone usage.

What’s surprising is that the Galaxy A22 will also receive an Android 13 update at some point next year, however, Android 12 marks the endgame of updates for the Galaxy A41.

If you own the aforementioned Galaxy smartphones and live in Russia, you can download the latest update by going to Settings > Software update > Download and install. Samsung will release the update in more regions in a few weeks.

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Moto G52j 5G launched with 120Hz display, Snapdragon 695, and IP68 rated chassis

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 19, 2022

Motorola has quietly unveiled the Moto G52j, a mid-range 5G smartphone. To recall, the handset was recently spotted in Geekbench’s database, and it has now gone official in Japan. One of the major attractions of the G52j is that it is an IP68 rated dustproof and water-resistant device. Other exciting features of the phone include a 120Hz display and a Snapdragon 6-series 5G chipset.

Moto G52j specifications and features

The Moto G52j has a 6.8-inch LCD panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels, a 20.5:9 aspect ratio, and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display punch-hole has a 13-megapixel selfie camera.

The rear camera module of the device has a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture, an 8-megapixel superwide lens with a 118-degree FOV, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The device is capable of shooting up to 60fps 1080p videos and 120fps HD slow-motion videos.

The Snapdragon 695 chipset is present under the hood of the Moto G52j. The device includes 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage. It has a 5,000mAh battery that carries support for 15W TurboPower charging.

The device runs on the Android 11 OS with My UX on top. When it comes to connectivity, it offers features like nano-SIM / e-SIM, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, GPS, and a USB-C port. It carries support for face unlock and comes equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

Moto G52j price and availability

The Moto G52j is priced at JPY 39,800 (~$310) in Japan. It comes in Ink Black and Pearl White colors. It is unclear whether the Lenovo-owned brand will be releasing the G52j in markets outside Japan.

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Garmin Forerunner 255 & Forerunner 955 spotted at FCC ahead of likely June launch

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 18, 2022

A recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) document indicates that the Garmin Forerunner 255 and 955 series has scaled its certification process. The FCC certification for the pair of Garmin smartwatches points to an imminent release.

Speculations are rife that the Garmin 255 and Garmin 955 series could include Special Music variants when they are launched next month. The FCC certification is an integral component in the trajectory of the release of such products in the United States. The model numbers of the upcoming smartwatches are IPH-04244, IPH-A4308, and IPH-04308. There are a few details that could be culled from the FCC document about the three smartwatches. However, it could indicate that the three models will be launched in the US. A similar model is listing for the three Garmin models from the Singapore Telecom Licensing System.

Previous leaks have connected the Forerunner 955 series with the model number A04244. The Forerunner 955 supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. Although Garmin has not provided any official confirmation for the impending releases, the details may come soon. Garmin will also reportedly release the Forerunner 255 Music and Forerunner 255s Music models, with music functions like playback.

The finer details of the raft of possible Garmin smartwatches are still lacking. We are still in the realm of speculations for most of the details about the devices. The pricing information for the Garmin Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 255 are yet to be clarified.

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Apple AirPods’ Amber Alert allegedly damages teenager’s hearing & he’s suing

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 18, 2022

A lawsuit has been instituted by the parents of a Texas teenager who was alleged to have been injured by a pair of Apple Airpods. The 12-year-old boy whose identity is concealed was reported to have had his eardrums ruptured when a loud Amber Alert was received in his Airpods. Amber Alerts are automatically sent to smartphones alerting residents of a possible child abduction emergency.

The incident occurred in 2020 when the boy was watching a Netflix movie on his iPhone while using AirPods Pro. The Amber Alert was a high-pitched sound that reportedly damaged his eardrums. The court documents detail how the sound tore apart the boy’s eardrums, and damaged his cochlea, leading to permanent hearing loss in one ear. The boy is referred to as B. G. in the court papers and he has suffered from several health conditions since then.

The lawsuit claims that the boy’s injuries were a result of a defective AirPods that couldn’t automatically lower the volume for alerts. It also claims that Apple did not issue any warning to users of the AirPods about the potential for hearing loss or damage. There had been several reports from AirPods users that Amber Alerts were known to be very loud. This was due to the Alert not equalizing with the prevailing audio levels.

The plaintiff is demanding damages from Apple, among several other prayers. They claimed that the behavior of Apple was not acceptable and the lawsuit should serve as a deterrent to others. It is unclear when the lawsuit was instituted and the stage it has gotten to. Apple has not made any statement yet concerning the lawsuit.

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Samsung Galaxy A22 One UI 4.1 is now rolling out

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May 18, 2022

The Samsung Galaxy A22, which launched back in June 2021 has finally received the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update. The new update brings along a refreshed UI, new features, and new privacy and security-focused tools.

According to a SamMobiles report, the Galaxy A22’s latest update with firmware version A225FXXU3BVD8 brings the April 2022 level security which fixes around 88 security vulnerabilities.

Other than that, the update brings a revamped, Material You-based UI through which the user can apply any theme color to the UI based on their wallpaper. One UI 4.1 also features new widgets and multiple dark modes to choose from. One of the most notable new features coming with Android 12 is the security and privacy-related changes that now let users know when their camera and microphone are active through a prompt. Additionally, users now also get a toggle to enable or disable camera and microphone access on a system-wide level right from the quick settings shade.

Samsung is rolling out the update in badges so users will likely receive it in the coming days. If you want to check the availability of the Android 12 update for your device, you can do so by navigating to Settings » Software update on your phone and then tapping on Download and install.

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Sony to launch new PS5 covers next month; new PS5 model is spotted in Japan

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 18, 2022

Japanese tech giant Sony has seen increased activity concerning the PlayStation 5. The gaming console had seen a surge in demand amidst a persistent semiconductor shortage. Sony is releasing new PS5 covers next month and it could also have a new PS5 model almost ready for release.

A vivid range of PS5 Console Covers in Starlight Blue, Galactic Purple, and Nova Pink will be available in select regions starting June 2022: https://t.co/u4yqM3VA2x pic.twitter.com/CKcn2bS2Su

— PlayStation (@PlayStation) May 17, 2022

Sony is releasing three new PS5 covers next month, as previously announced in 2021. At the end of 2021, Sony announced its plans to begin producing PS5 plates in five new color variants. It followed it up with the sale of PS5 consoles with Midnight Black and Cosmic Red plates. The three other color variants – Nova Pink, Galactic Purple, and Starlight Blue plates were to debut by mid-2022. Sony has now released these three outstanding color plates for the PS5. The three new plates are available for pre-order from customers in select jurisdictions.

Customers in the US, UK, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, and France can pre-order via the PlayStation Direct website. June 17 is the scheduled date for the general availability of the new PS5 covers. Sony says the new Console covers are easy to fit on the device after removing the original cover.

In a related development, a new PlayStation 5 (PS5) console has been spotted in Sony’s home turf of Japan ahead of scheduled updates to the current PS5 hardware. The new hardware is going through the certification paces in Japan and just got the construction design certification.

There are indications that the new revision of the Sony PS5 is a CFI-1200 series model with a piece of updated radio equipment. The radio equipment in the allegedly refreshed PS5 could mean a lower cost for the PS5 due to its choice of cheaper components. The refreshed PS5 could also provide more efficient use of existing components. Even though it’s a faint possibility, a PS5 Pro model could be in the pipeline. However, the global chip shortage may prevent this possibility. The CF-1200 series, therefore, remains the likely minor upgrades expected for the PS5.

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Lenovo YOGA Air 14c 2-in-1 laptop with stylus support officially teased

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May 18, 2022

The Chinese electronics manufacturer Lenovo has just teased a new notebook in their YOGA range dubbed the YOGA Air 14c.

According to the official teaser, the 2-in-1 laptop will come with narrow bezels and a refined B&W quad-speaker system. The teaser also reveals an ultra-slim body and stylus support.

Other than that, previous rumors regarding the device state that the YOGA Air 14c will come equipped with an OLED screen, which could have a 16:10 aspect ratio. As mentioned above, the notebook will have touch and stylus support. Considering the previous-gen YOGA Air 13s which only weighs only 984g, the upcoming YOGA Air 14c is also expected to be super light.

Other than that, there is no information available on the upcoming laptop yet. However, going by the sleek profile of the notebook, it could feature something like an Intel Core i7-1260P processor in its high-end configuration.

This particular processor has 12 cores and 16 threads. 4 of these cores are performance cores and the remaining eight are efficiency cores. The CPU comes with a turbo clock of 4.70Ghz and features an 18MB Cache. The processor is also pretty power efficient with a base power draw of 28W and a maximum power draw of 64W.

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mBlu Lifeme TWS earphones with 30dB noise reduction, 6.5 hours battery life launched

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Viraj Gawde

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May 18, 2022

mBlu Lifeme TWS earphones have been launched. In September last year, Meizu resurrected its mBlu (Charm Blue) brand and under it debuted its sub-brand called Lifeme. For those unaware, Meizu used to launch smartphones and related accessories under the mBlu brand. The mBlu Lifeme TWS earphones are affordable offerings.

The mBlu Lifeme TWS earphones come with an in-ear design with a stem and slightly angled ear tips for a secured fit. The earphones are IPX4 dust and waterproof. The device is equipped with a 12mm driver with a flexible TPU suspension edge and a composite diaphragm for powerful sound output. The centre of the driver is made up of LCP material whereas the edge is made of TPU.

The mBlu Lifeme offers 30dB active noise reduction and features intelligent ENC technology for clear and audible quality on calls. They come with dual microphones. The audio device supports game mode and low latency of 50ms. They also support the Flyme feature and the earbuds can be connected with a paired smartphone instantly once the case is opened.

The mBlu Lifeme TWS earphones are backed by a 520mAh battery unit with each earbud claimed to offer up to 6.5 hours of battery life and 30 hours with the charging case. The device supports both wired as well as wireless charging.

The mBlu Lifeme TWS earphones are priced at Yuan 219 (~$32.41). The audio device is offered in a White colour option and it will go on sale from May 20th.

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Realme Pad 5G & Realme Power Bank 3 Pro Naruto Edition tipped to launch on May 26

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 18, 2022

Chinese tipster Bald Panda has leaked the launch date of the Realme Pad 5G tablet. The tipster says the flagship Realme tablet will launch alongside the Realme Power Bank Pro on May 26. The Realme Pad 5G is the company’s most ambitious tablet yet while the new anime-themed power bank will support 33W charging.

The Realme Pad 5G surfaced in the rumor mills last week when it was speculated that its launch was imminent. The Realme Pad 5G is slightly more endowed than its predecessors, the Realme Pad and the Realme Pad Mini. As per the leaks relating to the Realme Power Bank 3 Pro, its specs are trickling in gradually. The new power bank will be Naruto-branded although its capacity is not yet known.

Realme has put a teaser for the Realme Pad 5G via its official Weibo page indicating that this will a pretty powerful tablet at the same price as its predecessor. It is unclear whether indeed the Realme Pad 5G will be exactly as priced as the Realme Pad, but it comes with some improvements. The Realme Pad 5G will come with hardware that competes with the very successful Xiaomi Pad 5. It offers a Snapdragon 870 chipset and a 2.5K LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate. The Realme Pad 5G comes with an 8,360mAh battery and stylus support. The Realme Pad 5G will be priced around $300, as per a previous leak.

There has not been any confirmation yet from Realme on the leaked launch date of the two devices. However, we expect more details to become available as we inch closer to May 26.

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