Xiaomi launches the MIJIA Humidifier 2 with upgraded features for ¥99 ($15)

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Aug 2, 2022

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has launched the MIJIA Humidifier 2 in China. The second-gen MIJIA Humidifier comes two years after the release of the MIJIA Humidifier. It also arrives with five major upgrades over its predecessor but retains the 99-yuan (~$15) price tag of the previous model.

The earlier model, the MIJIA Humidifier had a 4L capacity and up to 36 hours of humidification. It thus eliminated the stress of frequent water injections. The MIJIA Humidifier 2 has an upgraded fog volume from 280mL/h to 300mL/h. It has a built-in ceramic core atomizing sheet that helps to block water particles. The atomized micron water particles are then sprayed at 300mL/h to provide greater hydration. Unlike its predecessor, the new model does not require you to lift the lid to add water to the humidifier. The new model also provides 360 degrees rotation for more effective humidification of the room. The previous model only operated in a single direction.

The second-generation MIJIA Humidifier provides up to 99.9% silver ion antibacterial action, which is a marginal improvement from the first-generation model. It has also included a visual transparent water gauge, unlike its predecessor. The new Mijia humidifier has a 4L container and can provide up to 30 hours of humidification. It does not require frequent addition of water and its antibacterial action prevents bacterial breeding inside the tank. The MIJIA Humidifier 2 is currently available in China and global availability details are not known at this time.

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Logitech G and Tencent Joined hands to Build a Cloud Gaming Handheld

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Aug 2, 2022

Logitech G and Tencent Games are joining hands to bring a cloud gaming handheld for the users later this year. The handheld will apparently be an amalgamation of Logitech G’s hardware expertise and Tencent’s software services. It will support multiple cloud gaming services.

Both the companies are also working with the Xbox Cloud Gaming and NVIDIA GeForce NOW to enable gamers to play AAA games on the go.

From the announcement blog, it’s clear that the upcoming handheld will be cloud gaming-focused. For the unversed, Cloud gaming utilizes data center servers to stream video games to consumers. Gamers do not need to download or install games on their PC or console because they are rendered and played on remote servers.

“Logitech G’s leadership in PC and console gaming gear make them an ideal partner to help us realize the vision of bringing a better gaming experience to gamers around the globe,” said Daniel Wu, general manager of Tencent Games Smart Solution Innovation Lab. “Today marks the start of a new opportunity for our companies to further push the frontiers of gaming devices.”

“As one of the leading global platforms for game development, publishing and operations, Tencent Games has been at the forefront of innovation and it’s why we partnered with them,” said Ujesh Desai, general manager of Logitech G. “As someone that grew up playing video games, the idea of being able to stream and play AAA games almost anywhere is super exciting, and we can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working on.”

The design and other details about the gaming handheld are yet to be revealed. However, back in r/SteamDeck subreddit (Via GSMarena) discovered a patent filing by Tencent, which showcased images of a gaming handheld.

It’s likely that the handheld discovered in the patent filing would be a totally different one because Logitech will definitely want to design the upcoming handheld itself. However, it may share some design elements.

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Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless retailer listing reveals the design and details

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Aug 2, 2022

Sennheiser teased an upcoming wireless headset in June which promises to deliver over 60 hours of playback time. The headset is expected to be The Momentum 4 Wireless, the successor to the aging Momentum 3 Wireless. Indeed, the name and some details of the headphones have been by a listing on Canada Computers & Electronics.

The earlier teaser by Sennheiser pointed to an August launch for the wireless headset. In other words, Sennheiser may only be a few days away from officially announcing the Momentum 4 Wireless. Regardless, Canada Computers & Electronics has released the design, color options, and specs of the headset.

Sennheiser has revamped the Momentum Wireless for the fourth iteration, as expected. Sennheiser, for some reason, has followed Sony’s lead and abandoned the folding design. The Momentum 4 Wireless can fold flat; however, its ear cups cannot hinge to provide a more compact appearance when stored. As a result, the Momentum 4 Wireless has a larger carry case compared to its predecessor.

Sennheiser also looks to have integrated touch controls this time around, as opposed to the Momentum 3 Wireless’ button-heavy design. Separate photographs of the headphones’ packaging reveal the inclusion of adaptive noise canceling (ANC), Qualcomm aptX Adaptive compatibility, and a battery with a battery life of up to 60 hours. In comparison, the Momentum 3 Wireless has a battery life of up to 17 hours. In addition, the Momentum 4 Wireless will be capable of 96 kHz and 24-bit at 420 kbit/s output.

Canada Computers & Electronics lists the Momentum 4 Wireless at CAD 449.95 (~$350). In comparison, the Momentum 3 Wireless was originally priced at CAD 529.95 (~$411) in Canada, but Sennheiser now sells the headphones for CAD 369.95 (~$287). This implies that the Momentum 4 Wireless will be less expensive in other markets.

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OPPO Reno 8 series Europe pricing, colors & storage options tipped ahead of launch

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Aug 2, 2022

Back in May 2022, OPPO launched the Reno 8 series in the domestic market of China. The brand later launched the OPPO Reno 8 and the OPPO Reno 8 Pro (known as the OPPO Reno 8 Pro+ in China) for India last month. However, the smartphone is yet to reach the European markets.

Now, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has tipped the pricing, storage configurations, and color options of the Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro devices. So, let’s take a look.

OPPO Reno8 Series European prices, color & storage configurations:#OPPOReno8
-Shimmer Black & Shimmer Gold
-8GB+256GB: 499 CHF#OPPOReno8Pro
-Glazed Black & Glazed Green
-8GB+256GB: 849 CHF

-Specs same as Indian variant pic.twitter.com/FneqRPtGYT

— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) August 1, 2022

According to Sudhanshu, the vanilla Reno 8 will have a single 8GB+256GB configuration, priced at 499 CHF (€513). This device will be available in Shimmer Black & Shimmer Gold color options. On the other hand, the Reno 8 Pro will also come in a single 8GB+256GB configuration, which will cost 849 CHF (€873). The device will have two color options – Glazed Black & Glazed Green. He has also confirmed that the spec sheet of the devices will be the same as the Indian variant released earlier.

OPPO Reno 8, Reno 8 Pro specs

The vanilla Reno 8 has a 6.43-inch AMOLED display that has a 90Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, the Reno 8 Pro will sport a larger 6.7-inch AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate.

The base model has a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC. Meanwhile, the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MAX chipset is featured in the Reno 8 Pro. In addition, the company includes its MariSilicon X NPU in the higher-end model, which will aid in enhancing image quality. The 4,500mAh battery pack found in the Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro is capable of fast charging at up to 80W. Notably, both models also include a fingerprint scanner integrated into the touchscreen.

For optics, the vanilla variant has a 50-megapixel primary sensor that is paired with a 2-megapixel secondary shooter and a 2-megapixel macro lens. The Reno 8 Pro features a 50-megapixel primary camera along with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. For the selfie shooter, the Reno 8 series houses a 32-megapixel front-facing sensor.

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An Unknown Google Device bagged FCC certification

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Aug 2, 2022

An Unknown Google wireless device has been spotted on the US FCC website ahead of the company’s big fall launch event. The FCC reveals no information about what this new device will be. The device has been listed on the website with the model number G28DR and supports Bluetooth and Wifi.

As initially spotted by 9to5Google, the Google device has appeared on the FCC website with model number G28DR. The device is certified for use with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It is not listed with any other common connectivity options like NFC or UWB, so it will likely not be a smartphone or tablet. It is also revealed that the mysterious device will have a 3.65V battery.

For signal testing, the Google device was connected via USB to a laptop, which suggests the device will be chargeable through a standard USB connection. The device could be the next member of Google’s Nest lineup because the company hasn’t revealed many smart devices this year.

The details about this unknown Google device are still pretty short. And the tech giant has of course not revealed any details about it yet. We hope to learn more about it in the coming days.

In related news, Google recently started rolling out the Android 13 beta to the newly launched Pixel 6a. The new Android 13 Beta version will be the only Beta build that the Pixel 6a will receive before they directly upgrade to Android 13 OS. The Pixel 6a is also expected to receive an OTA update that will bump the security patch level to August.

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Xiaomi MiGu Headband will let users control Smart Home products with their Minds

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Anurag

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Aug 2, 2022

Xiaomi is known for creating innovative products that appear to have come straight from a utopian novel. Take the latest CyberDog for example, the four-legged robot can mimic the actions and behavior of a dog. It can walk, run, jump and even perform a backflip (yep). Today, the company has showcased the Xiaomi MiGu headband which will apparently let users control smart home products with their minds using brain waves. As per the company, the headband is a part of the project that won the first prize in the third online hackathon of Xiaomi Group. The Xiaomi MiGu headband is claimed to not only allow users to control their smart homes with their minds but will also monitor fatigue during driving through brain waves (Via ItHome).

The engineer of the project said that he hopes to enable everyone to enjoy a more convenient smart life with a more natural way of interaction.

The team behind the MiGu headband claims that there are three points set on the MiGu headband, which help it obtain electrical signals. Moreover, it can also roughly read the user’s EEG (Electroencephalography) using the potential difference between the points.

For the unversed, EEG is a test that measures electrical activity in the brain. People produce different EEG waveforms in different emotional states and the Xiaomi headband uses artificially labeled machine learning to map these waveforms.As mentioned, the Xiaomi MiGu headband is a project that won the Xiaomi online hackathon and it is unclear whether the headband will be commercialized or not. In any case, the product seems quite interesting and it will likely draw a lot of attention if the company decides to sell it.

Do you think this product can change the way we interact with technology? And would you buy it if the company decides to commercialize it?

Philips Sneaker Shoe Cleaner with a water-resistant head launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 2, 2022

The Philips Sneaker Cleaner GCA1000/60 has been announced in India. The product is a portable sneaker cleaner with efficient bristles and a water-resistant head. The Philips Sneaker Cleaner is priced at Rs. 2,595 (~$33) and is available exclusively from the Philips Domestic Appliances online store.

Automated shoe cleaners are not a common product and Philips Domestic Appliances is announcing its entrance into the segment with the new product. A sneaker cleaner provides automated cleaning technology on sneakers to maintain their quality and appeal. The new Philips Sneaker Cleaner makes cleaning your shoes to be a simple, convenient, and efficient process.

It is also an affordable device going by its Rs. 2,595 (~$33) price tag. It offers fast and efficient cleaning using its rubbing and scrubbing technology. It is also very fast and comes with three different brushes. It has a soft brush, a hard brush, and a soft sponge for deployment to a variety of cleaning tasks.

The Philips Sneaker Cleaner has a water-resistant head that guarantees safe use while its 6V 4 AA batteries can operate for up to 80 minutes. The Sneaker Cleaner is a lightweight and cordless device. It is portable and can be used on the go. It delivers a cleaning speed up to 500RPM and Philips is offering a 2-year global warranty on the product. The Philips Sneaker Shoe Cleaner GCA1000/60 is aimed at promoting the rising sneaker culture in India. It offers a spotless, crease-free, and affordable solution to sneaker users in the subcontinent.

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Motorola’s Razr 2022 and X30 Pro launch event canceled due to unknown reasons

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Aug 2, 2022

Motorola has been doing an intense teaser campaign for its upcoming Razr 2022 and X30 Pro smartphones. Both the handsets were scheduled to launch tonight at 7:30 PM IST at a special event. Now, Motorola and a Lenovo official announced through Weibo that the launch event has been canceled. The company hasn’t given any reason for the cancellation and hasn’t specified the new launch date.

Motorola has canceled today’s Razr 2022 and X30 Pro launch event. It was initially announced by Lenovo’s General Manager for China, Chen Jin through a Weibo post. The machine-translated version of the post read “I’m sorry to inform everyone that the moto new product launch event scheduled to be held at 7:30 tonight has been canceled for some reason. We still sincerely hope to bring new moto products to everyone and still be the moto that Chinese users like.”

“We are deeply sorry for this and thank you for your enthusiastic support for Moto’s new products. For information about new products, you can continue to pay attention to Moto’s official information platform,” said Motorola through its official Weibo handle.

The company has not specified any reason behind the cancellation. It could be related to the rising political tension in China due to the US White House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan later today.

It’s not certain if these events are related. Motorola could have also canceled the event due to some internal problems. In any case, all we can do is wait for some clarification from the company. We’ll keep an eye out and let you know about any new development.

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Nokia 8120 4G with wireless FM radio launched in India for Rs. 3,999 ($51)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 2, 2022

The Nokia 8120 4G feature phone has been unveiled in India for Rs. 3,999 (~$51). This is coming just a month after it was introduced. The 8120 4G supports VoLTE network connectivity and has a wireless FM radio. The phone is available in dark blue and red colors.

HMD Global is the proprietary owner of the iconic Nokia brand. Last month, it also launched the Nokia 2660 Flip and Nokia 5710. The Nokia 8120 4G is a refreshed reincarnation of the Nokia 8210, launched in 1999. The phone sports an eye-catching design and retains the legendary Nokia durability. It also features 4G, a 2.8-inch display, and a simple user interface. Apart from the wireless FM radio, other features include an MP3 player, a torchlight, and a few games preloaded.

The 8120 4G has a UniSoc T107 Single-Core processor with a RAM/ storage configuration of 48MB/ 128MB. The storage is expandable via microSD memory up to 32GB. It is a dual SIM device (nano + nano) and runs on the S30+ OS. The Nokia 8120 has a VGA rear camera, supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, and weighs 107g. Its 1,450mAh battery offers up to 8 hours on a full charge when using 2G. The battery life is reduced when using the 4G network connectivity.

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Interested customers could get the Nokia 8120 4G feature phone online via Nokia India or Amazon.in. The phone is pretty affordable and retails at Rs. 3,999 (~$51).

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OnePlus 10T unboxing video surfaces ahead of its launch

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 2, 2022

An unboxing video of the OnePlus 10T has surfaced ahead of its August 3 launch. The video featured a reviewer’s kit having accessories for testing the device while the retail package is a red box. The unboxing video reveals a Moonstone Black variant of the smartphone in addition to a 160W adapter and USB-C cables.

The OnePlus 10T is also available in Jade Green color and has been confirmed to support 150W charging. This monster charging support is for regions with 220V electricity supply while this is reduced for countries with 110V mains electricity. The phone has a 4,800mAh battery but with a faster-charging speed than the OnePlus 10 Pro. The unboxing video also included a size comparison with the iPhone 13 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra, and the Nothing Phone (1). The video also showed that the 10T will not support wireless charging, unlike the 10 Pro.

The OnePlus 10T will run on Android 13 out of the box and has up to 16GB of RAM. The phone’s maximum internal storage option is 256GB. The camera setup of the 10T includes a 50MP primary camera and 8MP and 2MP sensors. The unboxing video also showed a couple of cases that are available for the OnePlus 10T, one of which had a distinctive design. The unboxing video has ramped up expectations ahead of the official unveiling of the OnePlus flagship offering. The launch event will take place on August 3.

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Motorola S30 Pro spec list leaked while Motorola cancelled the expected launch event

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Aug 2, 2022

Motorola has disappointed the tech community by canceling the launch event for the Moto Razr 2022 and Moto X30 Pro. The Lenovo-owned smartphone brand was supposed to launch the aforementioned devices as well as there were rumors about another smartphone that was supposedly going to be launched by the company earlier today.

The Moto S30 Pro, the rumored smartphone was expected to be rebranded as the Moto Edge 30 Fusion for the global market. We had earlier received leaks and reports regarding the expected specifications of the device as it was earlier reported to be listed on TENAA, Geekbench, and BIS, certifications.

Motorola S30 Pro

– 6.55" FHD+ pOLED, 144Hz
– Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ SoC
– Rear Cam: 50MP + 13MP (UW) + 2MP (Macro)
– Front Cam: 32MP
– 8/12GB RAM
– 128/256GB storage
– Android 12, My UX
– 4,400mAh battery, 68W charging
– stereo speakers, HDR10+ support

— Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) August 2, 2022

Now, prominent tech leaker, Yogesh Brar has revealed the complete spec list for the smartphone via a tweet. The details include display specs, optics, storage capacity, software, battery specs, and more.

Moto S30 Pro/ Moto Edge Fusion specifications

The Moto S30 Pro/ Moto Edge Fusion was reportedly powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus SoC, according to Geekbench. Now, the leaker has also confirmed the same.

In terms of display specifications, the smartphone will have a 6.55-inch FHD+ pOLED display, with a 144Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the display will support HDR10+ just like Moto Razr 2022 and Moto X30 Pro.

In the optics department, there is a triple-rear camera module with a 50MP Primary sensor, 13MP Ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP Macro sensor. Although a telephoto lens would have sealed the deal for many buyers, it is still a decent camera setup. The front of the device dons a 32MP camera.

The device will have two storage variants 128 GB and 256 GB, with two RAM options as well- 8GB and 12GB. The storage and RAM combination of the device is yet to be confirmed.

An Android-12 based My UX OS would come pre-installed in the Moto S30 Pro.

The device will feature a 4400 mAh battery with 68W fast charging support. It will also feature stereo speakers.

We expect more information to come our way in the coming days as a new date for the postponed launch is yet to be announced by Motorola.

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Moto G32 Indian launch set for August 9 – Check specs & features

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 2, 2022

Last week, Motorola launched the Moto G32 budget range 4G smartphone in Europe. Now, the brand is gearing up to bring it to the Indian market.

Earlier today, Motorola teased the Moto G32 smartphone with a tweet. The brand confirmed that the device will debut in India on August 9th and will be sold on the popular Indian e-commerce platform Flipkart and via leading retail stores. The Flipkart microsite of the device is already up, revealing all of the key specifications and features.

Moto G32 specifications and features

The Moto G32 will debut in India with a 6.5-inch LCD panel, offering Full HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. The smartphone has slim bezels on the sides, a noticeable chin, and a centrally aligned punch-hole for the selfie camera.

Under the hood, the device comes powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB storage, which can be expanded by up to 1TB using a microSD card. The device will feature a 5,000mAh battery that supports 30W charging and will operate on Android 12-based UI out of the box. The company has promised that the Moto G32 will definitely get the Android 13 upgrade and 3 years of security upgrades. Other than that, the device has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

Coming to the camera system, the smartphone will have a 50-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens with a 118-degree FOV, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. For selfies, the device 16-megapixel front camera. Other features of the device include dual SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a water-repellent design. It measures 161.8 x 73.8 x 8.5mm and weighs 184 grams.

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Lenovo Xiaoxin Duet, Xiaoxin Pro 14, and a Xiaoxin Pro 27 to launch on August 11th

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Viraj Gawde

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Aug 2, 2022

Lenovo has announced that it will launch four new computing devices on August 11th in China. The lineup includes the new Xiaoxin Duet, Xiaoxin Pro 14, and a Xiaoxin Pro 27 all-in-one computer. The Xiaoxin Duet will be a 2-in-1 convertible offering. Ahead of the launch event, Lenovo has shared key specifications and features of the upcoming computing devices.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Duet will feature a 12.35-inch display bearing a 2.5K resolution and 450 nits peak brightness with support for Dolby Vision. Meanwhile, the Xiaoxin Pro 14 will come with a 14-inch screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 27 will sport a 27-inch display with 2K resolution and a 100Hz refresh rate. On the audio front, both the Xiaoxin Duet and Pro 14 will be equipped with 2 x 2W speakers whereas the Pro 27 monitor will feature dual 5W JBL-powered speakers.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Duet will feature dual 5MP cameras while the Xiaoxin Pro 14 and Xiaoxin Pro 27 come with 1080p and 2.5K webcams respectively.

Under the hood, the Lenovo Xiaoxin Duet is equipped with a 12th generation Core i5 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics. The Xiaoxin Pro 14 is offered in up to 12th generation Core i7 processor. The Xiaoxin Pro 27 monitor is powered by 12th generation Core i7 chipset. All three computing devices pack 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD storage.

Connectivity options on the Lenovo Xiaoxin Duet, Xiaoxin Pro 14, and Xiaoxin Pro 27 include WiFi 6, USB-C ports, 3.5mm jack, and USB-A ports.

The pricing of the Lenovo Xiaoxin computing devices is not revealed. We will know more details on August 11th.

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OPPO Watch 3 Series with Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 tipped to debut on August 10

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 2, 2022

Qualcomm recently announced the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 and Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 premium wearable platforms. Chinese tech giant OPPO earlier today released a teaser on China’s microblogging platform Weibo that confirmed that its upcoming Watch 3 Series smartwatch will be powered by the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 platform. Now, well-known Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station has hinted that the OPPO Watch 3 Series will be officially unveiled on August 10th.

The appearance of this upcoming watch series has also been revealed ahead of time. The watch will have an ECG support feature and an LTPO adaptive refresh rate panel, according to the leaker.

With rounded corners and a glossy, textured frame that gives it a luxurious appearance, the Watch 3 Series appears to have a similar design to Apple watches. The watch also features a working button and a crown that can turn. Additionally, there is a speaker grill on one side, indicating that eSIM standby calling will be available.

The Watch 3 Series’ Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 processor is based on the 4nm architecture and has low power Wi-Fi, GNSS, and audio islands as well as low power states like Deep Sleep and Hibernate.

Along with a host of other features, it supports 3D watch faces, 3D maps and navigation, real-time 2-way smart calling, smart device controls, and much more. We might anticipate that the Watch 3 Series will have a longer battery life than the Watch 2 Series because this chip is more energy-efficient.

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iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max will still offer performance boost over iPhone 13 despite A15 processor

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Viraj Gawde

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Aug 2, 2022

Apple is expected to unveil its iPhone 14 lineup in September. The next-generation flagship series will comprise the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Earlier in March this year, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo revealed that only the Pro models would come with Apple’s next-generation A16 processor. This meant that the non-Pro variants would stick with last year’s chipset. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also agreed to the rumour.

Despite using *some* old hardware, iPhone 14 non pro still have some overall performance boost over the iPhone 13 series
New cellular modem, new internals design, ect

— ShrimpApplePro 🍤 (@VNchocoTaco) August 1, 2022

In a new development, a leaker named ShrimpApplePro said that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max will still have better performance compared to the iPhone 13 series. This is despite both the upcoming offerings being powered by the A15 processor that is found in the iPhone 13 lineup. The non-Pro iPhone 14 will still offer an overall performance boost over their predecessors. This is said to be due to a new cellular modem, new internal design, and other changes etc. The other improvements are tipped to be 6GB RAM which is 2GB more than the iPhone 13 lineup as well as a new and more efficient modem that is said to be smaller, use less power, and offer high performance.

To date, Apple has followed a strategy of equipping all of its latest iPhones with the same chipset. The ongoing chip shortages are said to have contributed to Apple’s decision in limiting the iPhone 14 and 14 Max to the A15 processor.

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Reliance Jio won the 5G spectrum auction in India, claims it is already prepared

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Divyansh Mehta

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Aug 2, 2022

India’s 5G spectrum auction has finally ended. The auction for 51,236 MHz of the total 72,098 MHz spectrum was announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Telecom Minister. This spectrum, which is valued at Rs. 1,50,173 crore and makes up around 71% of the entire spectrum, is included. Reliance Jio won the auction with the highest bid, buying over half of the airwaves offered for sale in the 5G spectrum auction.

Several bands of the 5G spectrum were bought by Reliance Jio, including the 700MHz, 800MHz, 1800MHz, 3300MHz, and 26GHz bands. Jio, owned by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has stated that India will soon see a 5G rollout. The recently appointed Reliance Jio Chairman, Akash Ambani, announced that the business would roll out 5G throughout all of India in honor of “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.”

In order to commemorate “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav,” Reliance Jio claimed it will bring out “the world’s most advanced 5G network throughout India.” When India commemorates its 75th anniversary of independence on August 15, the company may disclose some information.

Jio placed the highest offer at the 5G spectrum auction, purchasing bands for Rs 88,078 crore. This includes the highly sought-after 700MHz 5G spectrum, which is supposed to provide a stronger signal.

The telco has over 400 million active users. Jio further stated that its 5G solution is made in India, by Indians and to suit the need of every Indian. “Jio is fully ready for 5G rollout in the shortest period of time because of its nationwide fiber presence, all-IP network with no legacy infrastructure, indigenous 5G stack, and strong global partnerships across the technology ecosystem,” the company further said in its press release.

Jio’s arch-rival Airtel was the second highest bidder. Airtel bought 19,867 MHz airwaves across different bands for Rs 43,084 crore. Vodafone Idea (Vi) bought spectrum for Rs 18,784 crore. 5G services are expected to roll out in India by October.

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Spotify Premium users will soon get individual play & shuffle buttons

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 2, 2022

In the upcoming weeks, Spotify Premium subscribers will have more control thanks to an upgrade that separates the play and shuffle buttons. The play and shuffle buttons are currently unified for users of Spotify Premium and Spotify Free.

“This new change will allow you to choose the mode you prefer at the top of playlists and albums and listen the way you want to,” Spotify wrote on its blog. “Whether you love the joy of the unexpected with Shuffle mode, or prefer listening to tunes in order by simply pressing Play, Spotify has you covered.”

Spotify listeners may remember that the platform also provided only the “shuffle play” option for albums, which frustrated many of the artists. This changed when multiple Grammy Award winner Adele tweeted at Spotify last year saying “We don’t create albums with so much care and thought into our track listing for no reason.” The platform now displays the standard play button by default on album pages instead of the play/shuffle combo.

The separation of the play and shuffle buttons comes as a welcome change to the status quo, however, it does seem to be quite ridiculous that Sportify is opting to lock out such a basic function behind a paywall and not make it available to its free users.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4 accessories image leak reveals devices’ design

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Sean

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Aug 2, 2022

Samsung is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated next gen foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4, in the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event. However, prior to the announcement, the design of both models has been revealed thanks to leaked images of the phone’s accessories.

According to a MySmartPrice report, the South Korean tech giant is also planning on launching new accessories alongside the new foldable smartphones. Based on the images shared by the report, we can see that the company will release new cases and protective covers for the new foldable smartphone that will be available in multiple color options. These images of accessories also showcases the design of the smartphones.

Samsung will be offering multiple accessories for both the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. Talking about the latter first, the Flip model will feature a clear cover with ring that costs 30 Euros, a Flap Leather Cover that costs 80 Euros, Silicone Cover With Strap that has a price tag of 80 Euros, and finally a Silicone Cover with Ring that will be priced at 40 Euros.

Moving forward, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 model will also receive multiple accessories. This includes Front Protection Film that costs 15 Euros, a Note Package worth 90 Euros, Silicone Grip Cover that has a price tag of 45 Euros, Slim Standing Cover that costs 45 Euros, and finally a Standing Cover with Pen that will cost 80 Euros.

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Nothing Phone (1) Lite specifications leaked, likely to arrive with sub-Rs 25,000 (~$317) price

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 2, 2022

Nothing could be working on its next phone. According to a report by The Mobile Indian, the next Nothing smartphone could be called the Phone (1) Lite. The moniker of the device suggests that it will be an inferior version of the Nothing Phone (1), which debuted last month. Before reading ahead, readers are advised to digest the leak with a pinch of salt as the company has denied the existence of the Nothing Phone (1) Lite.

It has been just a few days since the Nothing Phone (1) has been made available for purchase. The company has already encountered issues like shipment delays and quality issues with the device. Hence, it appears that Nothing will not be talking about the Phone (1) Lite even if it exists.

Nothing Phone (1) hands-on — Nothing Phone (1)

The report reveals that the Nothing Phone (1) Lite will be almost identical to the Phone (1), but it will lack two features. The Lite model will not have the LED layout called the Glyph interface on the back, and it will lack support for wireless charging. It may house a larger 5,000mAh battery.

Apart from these changes, the Lite (1) may not differ from the Phone (1). The device could be bundled with a 42W charger. However, it will only support 33W rapid charging. The publication claims that the Phone (1) Lite may break cover during the upcoming festive season in India.

To recall, the Nothing Phone (1) has a 6.55-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display that produces a 120Hz refresh rate. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 778G+ and comes with 8 GB/12 GB of RAM, 128 GB/256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,500mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. It has a 16-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) dual-camera setup.

The Nothing Phone (1) Lite could be priced under Rs 25,000. The report states that Phone (1) may receive a price cut during the next festive season in India.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra tipped to feature a new 200MP camera

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 2, 2022

Reports have revealed that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will be Samsung’s first phone to feature a 200-megapixel camera. The South Korean company has already launched 200-megapixel ISOCELL HP1 and HP3 sensors. However, none of these sensors are expected to be available on the S23 Ultra. According to reliable tipster Ice Universe, it will be equipped with the unannounced ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor.

The tipster claims that he is very sure that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will feature the unreleased HP2 sensor. The detailed specifications of the HP2 sensor are not known yet.

According to tipster Chun, Samsung will only use the HP2 sensor on its Ultra-branded flagships. He added that the HP1 and HP3 camera sensors will be available on the Galaxy A-series and on smartphones by Chinese brands.

So far, reports have revealed that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will have the ISOCELL HP2 as its primary camera. It will be assisted by a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, and a 10-megapixel periscope zoom camera with 10x optical zoom support.

While there is no word on the front camera of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. It is likely to retain the 40-megapixel camera, which comes with features like autofocus and 60fps 4K video shooting. While the S23 Ultra is expected to feature the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform, there is no word on its other specifications.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is expected to launch in Q1 2023. It is likely to be accompanied by the Galaxy S23 and the Galaxy S23 Plus. At present, the rumor mill is focused on the Unpacked event, which is scheduled to take place on Aug. 10. The company will unveil devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, the Galaxy Watch 5 series, and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro at the event.

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