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Realme V25 5G launched with 120Hz display, SD695, 19GB RAM via DRE, color-changing design

Realme V25 5G has debuted in China. The latest V-series phone from the brand replaces the last year’s Realme V15 5G. Some of the major highlights of the Realme V25 includes a 120Hz refresh rate display, Snapdragon 695, and a color-changing rear shell.

Realme V25 5G specifications and features

The Realme V25 has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD screen with a punch-hole placed at the upper-left corner. It delivers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device runs on Android 12 OS, which is customized with the latest Realme UI 3.0.

Realme V25
Realme V25

The V25 is the first Snapdragon 695 powered Realme phone to debut in China. The handset comes with 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The V25 allows users to extend the RAM up to 19 GB through the Dynamic RAM Expansion (DRE) feature. The device houses a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. It measures 8.5mm in thickness and weighs 195 grams.

The Realme V25 has a 16-megapixel camera on the front for selfies. The rear camera island has a 64-megapixel primary camera accompanied by a 2-megapixel macro lens and a 2-megapixel B&W lens. The handset offers other features such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Realme V25
Realme V25

The Realme V25 is a tweaked version of the Realme 9 Pro 5G that debuted in India and European markets recently. Instead of the 2-megapixel depth sensor, the Realme 9 Pro 5G has an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. The rest of the specs are identical on both devices. Like the Realm 9 Pro, the V25 also features a photochromic layer on the rear because of which it automatically changes color from light blue to red under sunlight.

Realme V25 pricing and availability

The Realme V25, which comes in a sole 12GB+256GB version, is priced at 1,999 Yuan (~$316).  The handset comes in three colors such as Morning Star (green), Purple MSI, and Sky Black.

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POCO X4 Pro 5G India launch tipped, POCO Watch BIS certified

POCO X4 Pro 5G was recently announced for the global markets. The handset is expected to launch soon in India. Fresh information reveals that the company could be planning to announce its first smartwatch. It was recently spotted at certification sites such as TDRA, EEC (Europe), SIRIM (Malaysia), TKDN (Indonesia), and SGS Belgium certification. Now, it has been also spotted in the database of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

According to tipster Mukul Sharma, the POCO X4 Pro 5G will be coming soon to India. Hence, there is a possibility that the device may go official in the country as early as this month.

POCO X4 Pro Laser Blue and POCO Yellow
POCO X4 Pro 5G

The POCO X4 Pro 5G has a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a front camera of 16-megapixel, and its rear shell has a 108-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.

The Snapdragon 695h chip powers the device. It has up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The device runs on Android 11 OS and MIUI 13. It is equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner and a 5,000mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging.

As shown by the tipster, the alleged POCO Watch with model number M2131W1 has been approved by the BIS authority, which indicates that it will be heading to India in future. There is a possibility that the POCO X4 Pro 5G launch event for India could also see the arrival of the purported POCO Watch and the company’s first TWS earbuds called POP Buds. Rumors have it that the latter could be a rebranded version of the Redmi AirDots 3 Pro.

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OPPO Pad goes on sale for the first time

On Feb. 24, OPPO unveiled its first-ever tablet called the OPPO Pad alongside the Find X5 series of flagship phones in China. As announced during the launch event, the Chinese manufacturer has carried out the first sale of the OPPO Pad today in the home market.

The OPPO Pad has arrived in China in three options such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These models are priced at 2,299 Yuan (~$364), 2,699 Yuan (~$427), and 2,999 Yuan (~$475). The tablet comes in Black and Aurora Purple colors.

Oppo Pad

Also, the OPPO Pad Artist Limited Edition is available for purchase in China with a pricing of 3,499 Yuan (~$554). It comes with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.

OPPO Pad specifications

The OPPO Pad has an 11-inch IPS LCD display that offers a Quad HD+ resolution of 1600 x 2560 pixels, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 870 chipset is present under the hood of the OPPO Pad. The device comes with LPPDR4x RAM and Snapdragon 870 chipset.

It is fitted with an 8-megapixel front camera and an LED-flash assisted 13-megapixel rear camera. It packs an 8,630mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. The tablet runs on ColorOS 12 based Android 12 OS.

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Huawei Mate 40E Pro 5G now available for purchase in China for 6,499 yuan ($1,029)

A couple of days ago, Huawei had launched a new smartphone under its Mate 40 lineup, dubbed as Huawei Mate 40E Pro. Today, the device officially goes on sale in the company’s home market China.

The Huawei Mate 40E Pro will be available for purchase through Huawei Mall in China. The phone is priced at 6,499 yuan, which is approximately $1,029, for the 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage model.

Huawei Mate 40E Pro 5G

Coming to the specs, the smartphone features a 7.76-inch OLED Full HD+ display with a screen resolution of 2772 x 1344 pixels, DCI-P3 wide color gamut, 90Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate. It has a pill-shaped cutout in the top-left corner of the screen.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the company’s own Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 9000L chipset. It is manufactured using the 5nm process node and includes one Cortex-A77 at 3.13GHz, two Cortex-A77 at 2.54GHz, and three Cortex-A55 at 2.05GHz.

In the camera department, the smartphone features a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 50-megapixel super-sensing wide-angle lens with f/1.9 aperture, a 20-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/1.8 aperture, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with f/3.4 aperture. On the front side, the device has a 13-megapixel super-sensing wide-angle camera and a 3D depth camera.

The Huawei Mate 40E Pro 5G is running the company’s own HarmonyOS 2.0 operating system with several new smart features for an inter-connected devices user experience. It is powered by a 4,400mAh battery with support for 66W super-fast charging.

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Google Pixel 7 Pro render reveals changes for the camera bar design on the back panel

Google updated the design of its Pixel series flagship smartphones last year with the launch of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. For its successor, it appears that the company will keep the same design but will make some minor changes.

Renders of the upcoming Pixel 7 Pro smartphone have surfaced online, which shows what we can expect from the upcoming device as far as the phone’s design is concerned.

Based on the leaked renders, Technizo Concept created a concept video for the smartphone’s design. It appears that the periscope telephoto lens on the camera bar on the phone’s back panel is now separated from the other two lenses.

As for the specifications, the device is said to feature a 6.7-inch or 6.8-inch curved OLED display and have QHD+ screen resolution (1440p) along with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. It is also expected to continue offering an under-display fingerprint sensor despite the current-generation models facing issues.

Google Pixel 7 Pro Render Leak

The Pixel 6 series models were the first to come powered by the company’s own Tensor processor and the upcoming models are expected to pack the second-generation Google Tensor chipset and offer up to 512GB of internal storage.

Some reports have revealed that the Google Pixel 7 series is expected to come in Stormy Black, Kinda Coral, Sorta SeaFoam, and Cloudy White shades. While the launch timeline isn’t revealed, we expect the Pixel 7 series to go official sometime around October.

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Realme 9 5G render leaked, reveals a refreshed rear design

Realme has recently launched the Realme 9i, Realme 9 Pro 5G, and Realme 9 Pro+ 5G in India and other markets. Fresh information reveals that the company could be working on the Realme 9 5G handset. Reliable tipster Mukul Sharma has shared the first render of the smartphone to reveal its design.

Recently, the live shots of the Realme 9 5G were spotted in the database of the FCC certification site. The images showed that the Realme 9 5G look identical to the Realme 8 5G from last year. The leaked render shared by the tipster shows that the Realme 9 5G will be sporting a refreshed design.

Realme 9 5G render
Realme 9 5G render by Mukul Sharma

The gradient white edition of the Realme 9 5G can be seen sporting a rectangle-shaped camera module. It includes 48-megapixel triple cameras and an LED flash. The power button available on the right edge of the device seems to be integrated with a fingerprint scanner. The left spine of the phone has volume up and down buttons.

The tipster did not share any information on the specs of the Realme 9 5G. However, he claimed that he will be spilling more information on the device soon. He added that the handset is mostly likely to go official in India this month.

Reports have claimed that the Realme 9 5G will borrow all its specs from the Realme 8 5G handset. However, instead of the Dimensity 700 chip that powers the 8 5G, the 9 5G may come equipped with the Dimensity 810 chip. It is expected to come with other specs such as a 6.5-inch IPS LCD FHD+ 90Hz display, a 16-megapixel front camera, a 48-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The Realme 9 5G is likely to be priced around Rs 15,000. The tipster had recently claimed that the device will come in variants like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It may come in colors like Stargaze White, Supersonic Blue, Supersonic Black, and Meteor Black.

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Apple officially announces “Peek Performance” event on March 8; expected to launch iPhone SE and iPad Air

Apple was rumored to host its first event of 2022 sometime in March and today the company has sent out invitations for a launch event on 8th March.

The event from Apple, named “Peek Performance,” will be live-streamed by the company on 8th March at 10 am PT. As is the case with Apple, the company has not officially confirmed which products will get launched.

Apple March 8th 2022 Launch Event

Based on the reports so far, it’s highly likely that the Cupertino-based technology giant will be launching the next-generation iPhone SE which will come with support for 5G connectivity. It is also said to unveil the fifth-generation Apple iPad Air.

The Apple iPhone SE, which is a low-cost offering from the brand, is expected to continue with the same design as the current generation model, which means that it could retain the Touch ID feature which isn’t found in any other smartphone from Apple.

Internally, the upcoming smartphone is expected to come powered by the Apple A15 Bionic processor, feature better cameras, and come with support for 5G. Similarly, the new iPad Air is also expected to have a new CPU and 5G support.

There have been rumors about Apple planning to launch the Apple Silicon M2 chipset as well as new Mac devices powered by this unannounced processor. However, it’s unlikely to get launched at the event scheduled next week.

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Samsung Galaxy A13, Galaxy A33 5G renders leaked, March launch tipped

Samsung is reportedly working on a couple of new A-series of smartphones such as Galaxy A13 4G, Galaxy A23 5G, Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A53 5G, and Galaxy A73 5G. Tipster Techinsider Blog has claimed that the South Korean tech giant will hold a launch event this month to announce a new A-series of smartphones. It is unclear whether all the above-mentioned phones will debut this month. Winfuture.de has shared the leaked press renders of the Galaxy A13 and Galaxy A33 to showcase their design.

Samsung Galaxy A13 4G design, specifications

The Galaxy A13 4G will feature a 6.6-inch PLS LCD panel that offers an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels and a refresh rate of 90Hz. The display notch accommodates an 8-megapixel selfie camera. Its rear camera setup has a 48-megapixel primary camera, 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a pair of 2-megapixel cameras for depth and macro shots.

The Exynos 850 will power the A134G with 4 GB of RAM. It will come with 64 GB of native storage and a microSD card slot. The device will house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W charging. It will be priced at 200 euros. In the leaked renders, it can be seen in back, white, and blue colors.

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G design, specifications

The Galaxy A33 5G appears to be an inferior version of the Galaxy A53 5G. It has a 6.4-inch OLED FHD+ 90Hz display and it is powered by the upcoming Exynos 1200 chip. It has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage.

The device houses a 5,000mAh battery. The report has no information on the front and rear cameras of the device. It may cost under 400 euros. The renders show that it may come in black, white, blue, and orange colors.

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POCO M4 Pro vs POCO X4 Pro 5G: Specs Comparison

During Mobile World Congress 2022, Xiaomi decided to launch two new phones of its POCO sub-brand in the global market: the POCO M4 Pro and the POCO X4 Pro 5G. They belong to the mid-range segment and they went official in the global market with amazing prices if you consider their specifications. But there is one thing a lot of people want to know: is it worth spending more for the POCO X4 Pro 5G or it is better to save money and go for the M4 Pro because it already offers everything you need? This is a comparison between their specifications which will give you the answer if you are looking for the best affordable phone to buy in the current period.

Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro vs Xiaomi POCO X4 Pro 5G

Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro Xiaomi POCO X4 Pro 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 159.9 x 73.9 x 8.1 mm, 180 grams 164.2 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm, 205 grams
DISPLAY  6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED  6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR Mediatek Helio G96, octa-core 2.05 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY 6 GB RAM, 128 GB –  8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE Android 11, MIUI Android 11, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS
CAMERA Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.2, and f/2.4
16 MP f/2.5 front camera
Triple 108 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.4 front camera
BATTERY 5000 mAh, 33W fast charging 5000 mAh, fast charging 67W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

None of these devices comes with a premium design. POCO M4 Pro and POCO X4 Pro 5G are built with a polycarbonate body and they are not very thin, but they look good and they also come with a borderless punch-hole display. Further, they sport the IP53 certification making them dust resistant and splash resistant. Between these two phones, the POCO X4 Pro 5G looks more premium thanks to its original color variants, but the M4 Pro is definitely more compact and lighter, that is the reason why I prefer this device when it comes to aesthetics.

 

Display

Both the phones are equipped with AMOLED displays, but the panel found on the POCO X4 Pro 5G is superior. It is an AMOLED panel with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a diagonal of 6.67 inches, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and the HDR10+ certification, protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The POCO M4 Pro has a lower 90 Hz refresh rate, lacks the HDR10+ certification, and has a smaller 6.43-inch panel; the panel is protected by Gorilla Glass 3. Fortunately, both the phones come with stereo speakers, but despite coming with AMOLED displays, they do not have an in-display fingerprint scanner: it is side-mounted.

 

Hardware/Software

The hardware department is the main advantage offered by the POCO X4 Pro 5G. It has a better processor: the Snapdragon 695 5G. It is not only better in terms of performance, but even in terms of energy consumption because it is built with a 6 nm production process instead of 12 nm. Further, this phone features 5G connectivity, unlike its internal rival. Unfortunately, both the phones still run Android 11, but they come with MIUI 13 out of the box and they will get the update to Android 12. The memory configurations available are the same, with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage.

 

Camera

The two affordable phones come with more or less the same camera departments with the exception of the main camera sensor. The POCO X4 Pro 5G comes with a superior 108 MP main camera: it is not a high-end sensor but it is way better than the 64 MP camera found on the POCO M4 Pro. In both cases, you get an 8 MP ultrawide camera, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 16 MP front camera. Unfortunately, these phones are not able to record 4K videos and they stop at 1080p.

 

Battery

The battery capacity of these two handsets is exactly the same: 5000 mAh. But the POCO X4 Pro 5G should provide a longer battery life because it has a processor built at 6 nm. Further, it offers faster charging speed because it supports 67W fast charging, while the POCO M4 Pro stops at 33W.

 

Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro vs Xiaomi POCO X4 Pro 5G: Price

Thanks to a launch promo, the starting price of the POCO M4 Pro in Europe is €199/$221, while the POCO X4 Pro 5G begins at €269/$299. If you are wondering which device offers the highest value for money, you have to consider the following factors. The POCO X4 Pro 5G has a superior display, a better chipset, 5G, a superior camera, and faster charging. But we are not talking about huge differences. Which one would you pick?

 

 

Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro vs Xiaomi POCO X4 Pro 5G: PRO and CONS

 

Xiaomi POCO M4 Pro

PROS

  • More affordable
  • More compact
  • Lighter

CONS

  • No 5G
  • Inferior camera

 

Xiaomi POCO X4 Pro 5G

PROS

  • Better display
  • Superior camera
  • 5G
  • Faster charging

CONS

  • Price

 

 

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iPhone SE 3 screen protector listed on Amazon, likely launching March 10

Apple‘s upcoming budget iPhone SE 3 has been the subject of much speculation lately as we inch closer to a possible unveiling of the latest iteration of the iPhone SE series. An Apple event is scheduled for possibly March 8 and that could herald the launch of the iPhone SE 3. Although, a tradition with such Apple events is to formally announce them a week prior, which has not happened in the case of the iPhone SE 3.iPhone SE 3 2022

An accessory of the iPhone SE 3 has however surfaced online and it is said that the iPhone SE 3 screen protector will be available on March 10. The 5G iPhone SE case was leaked online according to iMore reports and this is fueling speculation that indeed the iPhone SE 3 could be launched within next week. The iPhone SE 3 screen protector was advertised by Belkin and described as a Protective Glass Film for Belkin iPhone SE and its design bears a close semblance with the expected iPhone SE 3.

The accessory was first spotted in an Amazon Japan listing on February 28 with the listing details indicating that it was for an iPhone SE 3rd generation. As well established, the iPhone SE 3 is the third generation of the iPhone SE lineup. We expect to therefore see the iPhone SE 3 being unveiled in Apple’s forthcoming spring event although a specific date is yet to be officially confirmed.

The iPhone SE 3 is a budget-friendly iPhone with the rumor rife that it could be sold for around $300 which will be lower than the cost of its predecessor. The iPhone SE 3 targets the mid-level segment of the market as Apple seeks to expand its reach beyond the upper reaches of the smartphone market. It will also possibly be powered by Apple’s A15 Bionic chip, which is a high-performance chip ahead of flagship SoCs from MediaTek and Qualcomm.

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Sonos Roam SL portable AirPlay speaker launched for $159

Sonos has launched the Roam SL portable AirPlay speaker that targets the lower end of the market with a lower price than its predecessor. Sonos had launched the Roam speaker that featured AirPlay2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Qi charging supports. It also had a built-in microphone with a decent range of coverage. The latest Sonos Roam SL however skips the far-field microphone for a less expensive product.Sonos Roam SL portable AirPlay speaker

In the heels of the launch of the Roam SL portable AirPlay speaker, the company’s CEO has stated that consumers will see several innovative offerings from its stable soon. The original Roam was priced up to $180 at a point but the latest model will cost less. It will be sold at $159 exclusively on Sono’s website. The first deliveries will take place around mid-March while orders are being received currently.

The Sonos Roam SL features TruePlay tuning, a 10-hour battery life, IP67 dust and water resistance, and optional magnetic wireless charging. The Sonos Roam SL weighs just 0.43kg and it is available in two colors – shadow black and lunar white.Sonos Roam SL portable AirPlay speaker

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has stated that Sonos is focused on delivering two new products a year, although the details are still kept secret. Sonos has also acquired T2 Software last month and the re-energized company could come out with some innovative offerings and better quality audio products. There is also mention of a Sonos patent application for a Sonos Headset filed in Germany.

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OnePlus 9RT gets major bug fixes, February security patch in new update

OnePlus has recently released the OxygenOS 11_A.05 update for the OnePlus 9RT which brings the February security patch and a whole host of bug fixes. Additionally, OnePlus has also claimed to fix the persistent bug that freezes the OnePlus Gallery app when users try to share pictures from the app. So let’s take a look at all the changes.

OnePlus 9RT Hands on 01

 

According to the official OnePlus community post, the update for the OnePlus 9RT comes with a firmware version MT2111_11_A.05 and weighs about 179MBs in size.

The complete official changelog has been given below:

  • System
    • [Optimized] the button color of Data saving
    • [Fixed] abnormal display of permission box when accessing File Manager for the first time
    • [Fixed] abnormal display issue when checking software update in Administrator mode
    • [Fixed] low probability issue that setting the auto screen off time not working and the screen becomes always on
    • [Fixed] the issue that Clock not responding after switching to dark mode on the World clock page
    • [Fixed] the issue that alarm is incorrectly restored in specific scenarios
    • [Improved] system stability
    • [Updated] Android Security Patch to 2022.02
  • Camera
    • [Optimized] the video quality when taking 60 fps video with ultra-wide in dark scenes
    • [Fixed] the issue that may lose photos when using ultra-wide in night mode with night tripod mode on
    • [Fixed] slight distortion and blurring issue of photos when taking pictures under 50 MP
    • [Fixed] abnormal issue of the Flash when taking videos with Flash and Ultra steady on
  • Bluetooth
    • [Optimized] the stability of connecting phone to car with Bluetooth
    • [Optimized] audio playback stability while connecting phone to car via Bluetooth
  • Gallery
    • [Optimized] response time for “sync photos” in Cloud Service
    • [Fixed] the freezing issue while sharing pictures in Gallery
  • Others
    • [Fixed] the freezing issue when making video call on Instagram

As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches, so it will take some time before it reaches everyone. If you have not received this OTA update yet, you can check its availability by heading to Settings > System > System updates on your device.

As for the long-standing question of when the OnePlus 9RT will receive the Android 12 based OxygenOS 12 update, the brand has confirmed a release window of March-April.

 

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Garmin launches diving focused Decent G1 smartwatch

The Swiss smartwatch maker Garmin has just launched a new smartwatch with a focus on divers. The smartwatch is called the Germain Decent G1 and comes with a lot of interesting as well as some essential features for the benefit of marine divers.

The Germain Decent G1 comes in two variants: a solar-powered model and a non-solar. The smartwatch offers a variety of diving modes including Gauge, Gas dives (single and multiple), Closed-circuit rebreather, Apnea, and Apnea hunt. Apnea Hunt mode allows you to free dive with apnea-specific dive data at a higher screen refresh rate. It also disables start and stop tones as to not scare the fish away while free diving for spearfishing.

To aid you alongside any of these modes the Descent G1 can show temperature, depth, dive time, time to surface (TTS) and no-decompression limit (NDL) alerts. It can also track the gas mix, decompression, ascent, and descent rates, as well as safety stop information. The device also brings along a GPS.

Garmin Decent G1

The watch has a 10 ATM rating, meaning users can take it up to 100 meters deep. The Garmin Descent G1 series features a 0.9-inch x 0.9-inch display, with a sapphire crystal screen. The display features a monochrome panel that is easily visible in the sun and also offers a transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) panel. Other than diving, the smartwatch can also track different sports activities such as swimming, hiking, running, cycling, golf, yoga, surfing, and more. The watch can also monitor your sleep activity and give you a sleep score.

The Garmin Descent G1 offers the usual smartwatch features like alerts for app notifications, calls, texts, calendar reminders, and more and is compatible with both Android and iOS smartphones. The device offers up to 25 hours of battery life on a single charge while on dive mode and up to 7 days in smartwatch mode. The solar-powered model can last up to 4 months in smartwatch mode without needing to charge again.

As for pricing, the non-solar powered model comes with a price tag of $549.99, and the solar-powered Garmin Descent G1 is priced at $649.99.

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Realme demos the UltraDart 150W charging on the GT Neo3

In 2020, Realme announced the 125W UltraDart fast-charging technology. Two years down the line, the Chinese company unveiled its 100-200W UltraDart charging tech at the Mobile World Congress 2022 which just ended. Apparently, Realme is planning to out the technology on an upcoming smartphone and has released a video demo of the 150W SuperDart charging in action on the Realme GT Neo3.realme 150W SuperDart fast charging technology

The video is suggestive of the 150W fast-charging solution hitting the market pretty soon bringing along a massive charging speed. From the video, it could be seen that the GT Neo3’s battery was charged from 0 to 50% in a flash – just 5 minutes! That is super fast and is a slight improvement over the 125W UltraDart Fast Charging technology that could charge a 4,000mAh battery from 0 to 33 percent in just 3 minutes.

During the MWC 2022 unveiling, Realme had disclosed that the phones equipped with the UltraDart charging will still have up to 80% of their battery capacity after 1000 complete charge cycles. The phones will also be able to charge via lesser charging speed but they will feature multiple boost charge pumps which increase the charger’s current.

Apart from the 150W SuperDart fast charging technology, the Realme GT Neo3 is also expected to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset. Apart from Realme, OPPO, Xiaomi and OnePus are also expected to be among the first OEMs to release models including the Redmi K50 Pro, powered by the latest Dimensity 8000 series. There is no word yet on the phone’s launch date.

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Fitbit Ionic smartwatch recalled globally due to burn hazard, company offering compensation

The global smart wearable company Fitbit has recalled its Fitbit Ionic. The recalling decision comes after Fitbit received more than 100 reports of burn injuries due to the smartwatch overheating. The device was launched back in September 2017 and offered features including activity tracking as well as heart and sleep monitoring.

Fitbit Ionic

Fitbit stopped producing the Ionic in 2020 and has sold about one million units of the smartwatch in the US market and around 693,000 in the global market until December 2021.

As compensation for the recall, the brand will be issuing a refund of $299 on a successful return of the Ionic watch to the company. The owners of the smartwatch will also get a discount code offering 40 percent off on select Fitbit devices according to the announcement made by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The commission has stated that Fitbit has so far received at least 174 reports of the watch’s overheating, with 118 reports of burn injuries that include two cases of third-degree burns and four second-degree burns.

The recall is limited to four variants of the Fitbit Ionic with the following model numbers: FB503CPBU, FB503GYBK, FB503WTGY, and FB503WTNV.

Consumers affected by this recall should visit help.fitbit.com/ionic for information on how to receive a refund. The company has stated that the refund will be equivalent to USD $299. Customers outside of the United States will receive the equivalent of USD $299 in their local currency.

 

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Deal: Get Artillery 3D Printers at Discounted Price on Hekka

If you are interested in 3D printing and are looking for a quality 3D printer then check out these deals on Artillery 3D printers on Hekka.com. Please note that these deals will end on 31 March 2022. 

Artillery Hornet 3D Printer

Offer Price: $179 

This is an economical and cost-effective 3D printer that comes with a metal integrated structure design that is easy to assemble, use and maintain.

Artillery 3D printer

Key Features:

  • Economically integrated desktop 3D printer
  • Silent 32-bit mainboard
  • Integrated structure
  • Sturdy framework
  • High precision printing
  • Tempered glass platform
  • Optimized user experience
  • Exclusive patent-pending cable harness

 

Artillery Genius Pro 3D printer

Offer Price: $319

Genius Pro 3D comes with an exquisite injection molding process and integrates both design aesthetics and technology to give you the best output.

Artillery 3D printer

Key Features:

  • Powerful desktop all-in-one high-end 3D printer
  • Automattic bed leveling
  • Synchronized dual Z-axis design
  • Filament runout detection
  • Tempered glass platform
  • Touchscreen control

 

Both the deals with the discounted prices will end on 31.3.2021. So make sure to place your order before the deal expires. 

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HUAWEI Nova 9 SE gets a 108MP camera; Specs & renders leaked

The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei recently teased an upcoming smartphone which is said to be the Huawei Nova 9 SE. Just hours after the official tease, the detailed spec sheet of the smartphone has surfaced along with its renders.

The German publication Winfuture has released the renders of the upcoming Huawei 9 SE showcasing its looks and design.

The device features a design that is quite similar to the Huawei Nova 9 which was released back in October 2021. However, one of the key differences can be spotted in the camera module which does not feature three lenses in the lower circular enclosure. This time around, Huawei has also placed the LED flash between the two big camera lenses.

Coming to its specs, the code name “Julian” (JLN-Lxx) smartphone will come with a 6.78-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 2388×1080 pixels. The screen will have a center punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera and will come with thin bezzles and a narrow chin.

Huawei Nova 9 SE

For photography, the Huawei Nova 9 SE is said to feature a quad-camera setup with an impressive 108-megapixel camera which will be the first triple-digit megapixel camera on a Huawei smartphone. The smartphone is also said to get an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor and a couple of 2-megapixel sensors which could be for depth effects and macro shots. On the front, the device is said to come with a 16-megapixel selfie snapper.

Under the hood, the device is rumored to have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 octa-core SoC which means it won’t offer 5G support. The SoC is paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The Huawei Nova 9 SE will come with a 4000mAh battery with 66W fast charging support. Other than that, it will feature NFC support, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security, and will run the EMUI 12 in on the Global version and HarmonyOS in China.

 

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HTC “high-end smartphone” to launch in April, with a focus on the Metaverse

The Taiwanese electronic manufacturer HTC which used to be a prominent figure in the premium smartphone industry is planning on a comeback. According to a recent statement made by HTC’s general manager for the Asia-Pacific region, HTC plans to launch a new high-end smartphone in April. The device is also going to feature metaverse functionalities.

HTC
HTC One M7

For those who are unaware HTC had limited itself to serving only a few markets with low-end smartphones since the last four years when it sold its majority of smartphone development department to Google. So this would be its first high-end smartphone in years.

According to Charles Huang, who manages the Asian markets for HTC, The company plans to integrate certain metaverse features in its new smartphone which is being introduced with the aim to appeal to customers who would want to use it for VR and AR applications.

Huang again denied an exit of HTC from the smartphone market But did not shed any further light on the specifications of this new device. According to HTC co-founder and now CEO Cher Wang, HTC plans to continue investing in the virtual reality product market on a large scale. At the present according to wang, the company has been focused on the B2B sector as the company is seeking to open up the enterprise market with meetings, conferences, and shopping solutions.

It is still unclear whether this new smartphone by HTC will truly be a high-end device or if it will be launched in the global market as well. But one thing is clear that HTC’s new smartphone will be accompanied by metaverse functionalities.

 

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Android 12-based MIUI 13 update out for Xiaomi Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, Redmi K30 Pro, & Redmi K30S Ultra

Xiaomi has been rolling out MIUI 13 update for eligible devices ever since it announced the latest iteration of its mobile software. The company has now started delivering the stable release to four of its flagship smartphones from 2020. These handsets are Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10, Redmi K30 Pro, and Redmi K30S Ultra.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has begun to roll out MIUI 13 stable update for the following smartphones in its home country China. Apart from bringing the fresh version of MIUI, the new system update for these phones also arrives with Android 12.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro

Xiaomi Mi 10

Redmi K30 Pro

Redmi K30S Ultra

The aforementioned software builds are being pushed in batches. Hence, they will take some time to reach every unit. Also, we expect Xiaomi to extend the availability of this update to other regional variants of these handsets in the coming days.

For the unaware, the Mi 10 and the Mi 10 Pro are known by their original names outside mainland China. Whereas, the Redmi K30 Pro goes by the name of POCO F2 Pro. Finally, there’s not an international version of the Redmi K30S Ultra.

 

 

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Philips ANC TWS earbuds launched in India priced at Rs. 7,099 ($94)

Philips ANC True Wireless Headphones from TPV Technology have been launched in India with a price tag of Rs. 7,099. The Philips ANC TWS earbuds with model number TAT4506BK come with some decent features like active noise cancellation, IPX4-rated splash resistance, 24-hour media playback, and an affordable price to boot.

The new Philips ANC TWS earbuds sport an in-ear design, 11mm speaker drivers with a battery that can offer 6 hours of activity, scaled up to 24 hours with the aid of the charging case. The charging case is compatible with the USB-C charging and the USB-C cable is part of the package. The Philips TAT4506BK ANC TWS earbuds support Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, have touch controls, and there is also an Awareness Mode. The touch controls enable the user to seamlessly navigate through playlists, answer calls, and activate the voice assistant.Philips TAT4506BK ANC TWS earbuds

The range of the Bluetooth 5.0 is about 10 meters, while the battery could be fully charged within two hours. The Philips ANC TWS headphones are available in most of the leading online and offline retail outlets in India including Amazon.in. It comes in a single color variant – black.

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