Boult Audio ProBass Curve-X neckband headset launched for Rs. 999 (~$13)

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Feb 7, 2022

Indian audio accessories manufacturer Boult Audio has launched new earbuds for the domestic market. The product dubbed Boult Audio ProBass Curve-X neckband headset falls under the ProBass series and features a neckband design and several high-end features.

The Boult Audio ProBass Curve-X neckband headset features high-class drivers as well as a premium build quality while retaining the brand’s affordable product posture. The earbuds come with an IPX5 water resistance rating which makes them suitable for use in wet conditions where there are splashes and body sweat.

The earbuds also feature support for Bluetooth 5.0 technology as well as a USB-C charging port that delivers super-fast charging to the product. The headset is said to be capable of withstanding up to 15 hours of music playtime.

The soft silicone band and in-line controls also add to delivering a promising user experience. The device also comes with ear fins that make it fit firmly to the ears and not fall off while doing disruptive activities such as exercise. The headset also comes with an adjustable clip and flexible neckband that makes it easy to adjust according to the size of your neck. It also has support for voice assistance.

As for the pricing and availability, the Boult Audio ProBass Curve X neckband headset is priced at Rs. 999 (~$13). The earbuds will be available in Black and Blue colors and are presently on sale on Amazon India.

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Samsung Galaxy A13 4G gets certified on Bluetooth SIG

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Feb 7, 2022

Samsung unveiled its most affordable 5G smartphone dubbed the Galaxy A13 5G back in December 2021. The device was launched in the U.S. and is expected to debut in other markets this month. We know that Samsung is also planning to introduce a 4G variant of the Galaxy A13, which may come sooner rather than later according to a recent Bluetooth SIG database sighting.

According to a MySmartPrice report, the Galaxy A13 4G was sighted on the Bluetooth SIG certification database carrying the model number SM-A135F/DSN. The listing did not reveal any of its specifications other than the fact that it will come with Bluetooth 5.0.

However, from earlier Geekbench listings, we know that the Galaxy A13 4G will feature an Exynos 850 SoC with at least 3 GB RAM and will come with Android 12 based OneUI 4.0 out of the box. The South Korean giant will surely release the device in different memory configurations according to the markets.

Other than that, an image leak of its back panel has revealed that the smartphone will come with a quad-camera setup. It will have a 3.5mm audio jack and a USB Type-C and will likely be offered in five color variants namely black, blue, white, grey, and orange.

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Specs and Features

Another affordable device that is expected to launch globally in February is the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G. It is already selling in the U.S. so we know all of its specs and features.

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G features a 6.5-inch LCD panel on the front with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate.

The waterdrop notch on the top houses a 5MP camera for selfies and video calls. Whereas, on the back, it houses a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, 2MP macro snapper, and a 2MP depth sensor. The variant for the US is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage with support for MicroSD card expansion.

Connectivity options on the phone include sub-6GHz 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The remaining specs comprise a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, single speaker, Android 11, 5,000mAh battery, and 15W charging.

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Oppo Reno7 Z 5G spotted on Geekbench with a Snapdragon chipset

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Pranav Sawant

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Feb 7, 2022

A few days back, Oppo took wraps off the Reno7 series in the Indian market. The company launched the Reno7 and Reno7 Pro phones in the market. Now, another phone from the series dubbed Oppo Reno7 Z 5G has appeared on the Geekbench portal hinting at a sooner launch.

We already know that the Reno7 Z 5G carries the model number Oppo CPH2343. Now the device has passed Geekbench flaunting 689 single-core points and 1998 multi-core points.

These scores are possible, thanks to an unknown octa-core SoC. The device has a processor codenamed “Holi”, which is believed to be a Snapdragon SoC, possibly the Snapdragon 480+ chipset. The chipset has the first six cores clocked at 1.80Hz and the last two cores clocked at 2.21GHz. Do not that the predecessor has a MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset.

Apart from the chipset, the phone has 8GB of RAM and boots on Android 11 OS out of the box. The phone’s TUV Rheinland certification confirmed the presence of a 4,500mAh battery inside. It will be supported by a 33W fast charging support. This is a slight upgrade from the 4,310mAh battery and a 30W fast charging seen on the predecessor, Reno6 Z.

Oppo is yet to break the silence on the Oppo Reno7 Z 5G, but considering that the phone is appearing on certification sites more frequently, its release might be closer.

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Motorola may be working on a foldable flip phone that bends backwards

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Sean

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Feb 7, 2022

Motorola, the brand behind the world’s first flip phone, had recently launched a new foldable smartphone that featured a clamshell design as a homage to the classic flip phones. But now, a new patent reveals that the company might be working on taking the flip phone evolution a step further.

The new patent was spotted on WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) a couple of weeks ago and was spotted by PhoneArena. Looking at this patent, the foldable flip phone will have its display bend outwards rather than inward, which is the opposite of the typical clamshell design. In other words, this is a fresh new take in the flip phone category, with both the front and rear sides being covered by the display when folded.

Since its a foldable phone, the device features a flexible screen that can bend backwards from its hinge in the middle. Interestingly, Motorola is only offering a single camera module that is mounted on the upper half of the rear panel. This camera module is raised and will likely act as both the primary and front facing camera since one can just turn the smartphone around and use the folded display on the back to take a selfie.

Keep in mind that this is still just a patent and we have no way of confirming if the American smartphone maker is actually working on such a device. However, with the the launch of the Moto Razr 2019, it is clear that the company is integrating its classic designs with cutting edge technology. So it wouldn’t arrive as a surprise if the next gen Razr features this display.

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Redmi 10 2022 appears on Geekbench revealing key specs

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Pranav Sawant

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Feb 7, 2022

Although Redmi has scheduled a February 9 event for the launch of the Redmi Note 11 series, it appears that the company is yet to finish off its 10-series in India. In the last few weeks, the Redmi 10 2022 model has got certified on a couple of certification sites confirming its existence. Now, the smartphone has yet again got certified, this time on the Geekbench portal.

The Redmi 10 2022 carries the model number 21121119VL. It has scored 367 points in the single-core department and 1253 points in the multi-core department. It is powered by the MediaTek MT6769H SoC. It is believed to be the Helio G88 chipset. The phone has 4GB of RAM and boots on Android 11 out of the box.

Previously, the phone appeared on the Google Play Console listing. It revealed that the Redmi 10 2022 edition has a Full-HD+ display. This is similar to the existing Redmi 10. It was spotted with the same chipset as the one seen on Geekbench but had 6GB of RAM. The 6GB RAM variant could be its top-most configuration other than the 4GB RAM variant.

Its FCC certification confirmed three models – 21121119SG, 22011119UY, and 21121119VL. The middle model was seen with storage options like 64GB and 128GB. The listing revealed MIUI 12.5 and Android 11 OS out of the box.

Earlier, a tipster revealed that the 2022 edition of the phone will have the same camera setup as the existing Redmi 10. He tipped that will come with a 50MP Samsung S5KJN1 or OmniVision OV50C40 primary lens. It will be accompanied by an 8MP Sony IMX355 sensor and a 2MP OmniVision OV02B1B or GC02M1B sensor.

Other than this, rumors are rife that the new Redmi 10 2022 will be a rebranded Redmi Note 11 4G China edition. If it is believed, then we might see a 6.5-inch FHD+ LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. It will have a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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Apple AirTags with disabled speakers appear abruptly on eBay & Etsy

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 7, 2022

Apple has made a lot of efforts to educate AirTags owners on measures to take to enhance their security and safety and prevent being stalked by someone using the AirTags. One of the important features that come with AirTags is the in-built speaker that beeps when it is separated or far away from its paired iPhone. A retailer briefly put out AirTags with disabled speakers for sale in Etsy and eBay, although its stay was brief, as the product was quickly taken down.

Although the seller insisted that the AirTags with disabled speakers are not meant for stalking, it raises lots of questions given the negative uses that the AirTag has been put to by criminal minds. It may then become an easy tool for stalking when the speakers of these devices are then disabled.

One of the product listings seen on Etsy and eBay was Silent AirTag, which was priced at $77.50 before it was removed. The seller also issued a statement that indicated that the intent of the AirTags with disabled speakers was to cater to requests of buyers interested in fitting an AirTag to their bikes, pets, or power tools, hence the display. An eBay listing also stated that the disabled speaker will reduce the chance of a thief being notified of its hidden location, but this also gives a leeway for it to be used for criminal purposes.

whoah, it's actually modified hardware, not just a sticker covering the speakerhttps://t.co/Vz0WWh0mw7

— Will (@ws) February 2, 2022

In addition to the beeps, AirTags will also send automatic notifications if an unwanted device is following the user, in addition to the updated Personal Safety User Guide released by Apple recently. It remains to be seen how the AirTag can be deployed as a tracking device without it being transformed into a tool for easy deployment by criminals.

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Toshiba semiconductor production to rise by over 200% with new site

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Feb 7, 2022

Toshiba has recently announced that will be building a new wafer fabrication facility to boost its semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. With its new 300 millimeter site, the company is aiming on more than doubling its existing capacity.

The construction of the new semiconductor production site will be located in the Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan. This site will begin construction in Spring 2023 and is expected to be completed by the same season in the following year. The Japan based company added that the new site will enable its semiconductor manufacturing to rise by around 2.5 times compared to its 2021 capacity. The brand stated that the new fab will also feature a “quake absorbing” structure as well as dual power supply lines, artificial intelligence, and automated wafer transportation systems.

Furthermore, the plans for the new facility arrives amid an ongoing semiconductor shortage that has impacted various industries across the globe. One of these segments include automobiles, with carmakers struggling due to the chip shortage. Toshiba claimed that it had managed to meet the growing demand for chipsets by increasing the production on its 200 millimeter sites.

The company said that “Going forward, Toshiba will expand its power semiconductor business and boost competitiveness by timely investments and research and development that will allow it to respond to fast growing demand, and to contribute to a low energy society and carbon neutrality.”

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Redmi Note 11S will be offered in these three colors in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 7, 2022

The Redmi Note 11S is scheduled to launch in India on February 9. Ahead of that, Xiaomi has been teasing the features of the smartphone though we already know everything about it. Today, the company revealed the colors the phone will be available in.

According to a tweet by Manu Kumar Jain, Managing Director of Xiaomi India, the Redmi Note 11S will be offered in three colors. They are officially called Horizon Blue, Space Black, and Polar White.

For the uninitiated, the handset comes in the very same three colors in other markets. However, they are called Twilight Blue, Graphite Gray, and Pearl White in those regions. It is not surprising as Xiaomi is known for renaming colors in India.

As far as specs are concerned, the Redmi Note 11S features a 6.43-inch FHD+ 90Hz AMOLED display, MediaTek Helio G96 chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, 108MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP quad-camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual stereo speakers, MicroSD card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C port, IP53-certified for splash resistance, MIUI 13 based on Android 11, 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast charging.

The Redmi Note 11S is rumored to arrive in three memory configurations, such as 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 128GB in India. They are said to cost ₹16,999, ₹17,999, and ₹19,999 respectively.

Lypertek’s PurePlay Z5 TWS earbuds feature hybrid noise canceling tech

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 7, 2022

The PurePlay Z5 TWS earbuds are Lypertek’s first-ever earbud to feature hybrid active noise-canceling technology and come with several other added features. Accessories manufacturer Lypertek seems to be having a growing reputation of delivering earbuds that challenge for top honors in their individual segments of the market. It is in this light that the company’s latest TWS earbuds can be situated.

The Lypertek PurePlay Z5 TWS earbuds are available directly from Lypertek, Amazon, and Hifiheadphones in the UK and US, and the pair of earbuds are priced at $129. They were released to the two markets on February 2, 2022, and Lypertek hopes the device will have decent reception in the two markets due to its functionality and affordability.

The Lypertek PurePlay Z5 TWS earbuds come as the company’s best-ever earbuds yet, given their extensive features and functionality. In addition to the hybrid noise-canceling feature, it comes with a new PureControl ANC app with several features that guarantees a responsive audio experience when using the earbuds. The Safe Mode option in the PureControl ANC app enables the user to assign double-tap commands as an additional layer of security to avoid accidental presses. The overall sound quality of the Lypertek PurePlay Z5 TWS earbuds with the appropriate ear tip for optimal entertainment.

The PurePlay Z5 offers seamless pairing with the app which takes the user through the setup process that ensures that the user gets the best quality from his pair of earbuds. The earbuds come with triple array microphones for phone calls and using the voice assistant functionality. The PurePlay Z5 has touch control buttons on each earbud while the device is powered by a Qualcomm chipset. The active noise canceling architecture offers crisp and clear audio devoid of background noise. The device is also primed for optimal gaming applications with its excellent Qualcomm aptX Adaptive Bluetooth audio codec.

The Ambient and Auto-Auto Ambient mode offers some depth in external noise modulation for greater audio quality. The Auto-Ambient Mode is one of the innovations incorporated into the PurePlay Z5 for optimum performance. The powerful 10mm dynamic drivers provide high-quality and well-controlled bass output. Up to 7 hours of playback is assured on a single charge of the PurePlay Z5, which can be extended to 28 hours with the support of the charging case. The device’s charging case can be charged via USB-C or Qi charging mat, with support for fast charging.

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Naon Zero-One e-scooter boasts of a 100km/h top speed & up to 140km range

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 7, 2022

The Zero-One electric scooter is the latest offering by German company Naon and seems to be a clear departure from the crowd with its fresh and tech-driven design to go with some decent riding features. The Naon Zero-One has just been unveiled to the European market and its unique design has put it in a commanding position among its more established competitors.

The Naon Zero-One electric scooter comes with long, flat running boards, an exposed rear swingarm, and an angular seat. Some of the features that are indeed unheard of among the ubiquitous Vespa-like e-scooters have swarmed the market. There are a few different configurations of the Zero-One with the highest model offering top speeds up to 100km/h and a range of 140km. Naon Zero-One has a 7kW rear hub electric motor that can deliver up to 10kW peak power. It comes with a single 2.4kWh battery, although this can be further scaled up with an additional battery. The batteries are stored just under the rider’s feet and they are removable, hence the under-seat is available as a storage space.

The Naon Zero-One e-scooter is fast enough to ride on some highways but its short range might limit that possibility, but it will be well suited for intra-city commutes. The various versions of the Zero-One could serve the needs of different demographics in the market. These models include the L1e and the L3e models. The L1e has a top speed of 45km/h and could be a great buy for city dwellers desirous of having an e-bike to navigate dense commutes daily.

As per pricing, the Naon Zero-One L1e model is priced at €4,920 ($5,640), while the more powerful L1e model costs €6,420 ($7,360) with no battery included. The batteries can be purchased for €1,000 ($1,145) or rented at a monthly fee of €25 ($29).

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POCO M4 Pro 5G inches closer to launch with new “Coming Soon” teaser

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Feb 7, 2022

The POCO M4 Pro 5G has been making rounds on the internet for a while now, with plenty of certifications and leaks concerning it popping up. However, it was only recently that POCO started dropping teasers officially to hype up the device ahead of its launch, with the latest one from today showing its rear.

Behold and be amazed. It’s time to Step Up coz 4 will soon be in your hands. #StayTuned #MadeofMad #POCOIndia pic.twitter.com/7rBA3Tfmyf

— POCO India (@IndiaPOCO) February 7, 2022

The teaser video is only a few seconds long and shows what is most likely the POCO M4 Pro 5G in a cyan color. The cyan appears to be sharing a gradient with white and the camera module looks quite similar to the Redmi Note 11T 5G, indicating that the POCO phone will be its rebrand.

That’s not to say that there will be no changes whatsoever in terms of design, though — POCO is known for extended camera modules of Redmi devices to span the entire width of the phone, and the M4 Pro 5G will likely be getting a similar treatment.

If indeed a Redmi Note 11T 5G rebrand, then the POCO M4 Pro 5G will sport a dual-camera setup at the rear, comprised of 50MP primary and 8MP ultrawide shooters. The processor will be MediaTek’s Dimensity 810 and the battery will be sized 5,000mAh with 33W charging support. For display, a 6.6″ IPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate may be used.

The Redmi Note 11T 5G is also known as the Redmi Note 11 in China and retails for Rs 16,999. Similar pricing can thus be expected from the POCO M4 Pro 5G as well.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 series price, sale date for South Korea emerge

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 7, 2022

Samsung will be taking the wraps off the Galaxy S22 series on February 9. We are only two days away from the launch and leaks are not stopping since they began a few months back. The latest report on smartphones reveals their pricing and availability details for the company’s home market.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Series by Evan Blass — Samsung Galaxy S22 Series | Source: Evan Blass

According to a report by ETNews (via SamMobile), the pre-registrations for the Galaxy S22 lineup in South Korea will start from February 14. Further, Samsung will accept pre-orders from February 21. Finally, the company will begin shipping to customers from February 25.

As far as price is concerned, the report says that Samsung has decided to retain the pricing of the Galaxy S21 series for the Galaxy S22 family in its home country despite an increase in manufacturing costs due to supply shortages. The firm has allocated around 700,000 to 800,000 units and aims to continue its market dominance without delaying the launch as well as increasing the price.

This means the base 128GB variant of the Galaxy S22 and the Galaxy S22+ will start at ₩999,900 and ₩1199,000 respectively. These devices will be also offered in a 256GB version but the price for that is not mentioned in the report.

Lastly, the Galaxy S22 Ultra with built-in S Pen is said to retail at ₩1452,000 and ₩1599,400 for the 256GB and the 512GB memory configurations respectively. The handset will be also offered in a 1TB storage variant at an undisclosed price tag.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Geekbench, TUV listings spotted before rumored February 11 launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 7, 2022

OnePlus is yet to confirm the launch date of the OnePlus Nord CE 2. However, it is speculated to launch on coming Friday (Feb. 11) in India. Recent reports have already leaked plenty of information about the device. Ahead of the rumored launch, the Nord CE 2 has bagged approval from the TUV certification. In addition, it has also been spotted at the Geekbench benchmarking site (via).

The forthcoming Nord CE 2 has appeared with the IV2201 model number at TUV and Geekbench. At TUV, it has appeared with a 2200mAh-2250mAh dual-cell battery that promises a combined typical capacity of 4,500mAh battery. The TUV listing further hints that the device will carry support for 65W rapid charging.

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Moving on to its Geekbench listing, the Nord CE 2 can be seen with Dimensity 900 (MT6877V/ZA model number) and 8 GB of RAM on the benchmarking. It appears that the device will not run on the latest Android 12 OS as the benchmarked unit can be seen running on Android 11. It is likely that OnePlus may offer OxygenOS 12 experience on the device. On Geekbench 5, the handset scored 704 and 2151 points in the single-core and multi-core tests, respectively.

Other reports have revealed that the OnePlus Nord CE 2 will be sporting a punch-hole screen of 6.43 inches. The FHD+ AMOLED screen is expected to offer a 90Hz refresh rate experience. The device may come in 8 GB / 12 GB RAM variants and 128 GB / 256 GB storage choices.

OnePlus Nord 2 CE Renders Leak Featured B — OnePlus Nord CE 2 renders by Yogesh Brar / 91mobiles

The frontside of the Nord CE 2 could be flanked with a 16-megapixel selfie camera. Its back panel may house a 64-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The Nord CE 2 may cost around Rs 25,000 (~$334) and may come in green and black colors.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra live images surface prior to its launch

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Feb 7, 2022

Samsung is gearing up to launch a new number of products later this week during its Galaxy Unpacked event on 9th February 2022. But prior to the conference, the live images of the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has just been spotted.

According to a 91Mobiles report, the upcoming high end tablet has been spotted online. This version of the tablet sports a large 14.6 inch display that also sports a notch on the front, which will house a dual selfie camera setup. For those unaware, the Galaxy Tab S8 series is the South Korean tech giant’s flagship tablet lineup that consists of the base Galaxy Tab S8, the Galaxy Tab S8+. and the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, which are rumored to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC.

While we have already reported on leaked pictures and renders of the Ultra variant, the latest report showcases the device in live images. Looking at these images, the front notch is clearly visible, with the display also being surrounded by narrow bezels. With panel size being 14.6 inch AMOLED screen, this tablet would even be larger than some smaller notebooks as well.

Other specifications of the tablet includes, 2960 x 1848 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a humongous 11,200mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging and measures 326.3 x 280.6 x 5.5mm and weighs 728 grams. All three models within the series feature Qualcomm’s latest and greatest, with the Ultra variant reportedly being price at 1,699 Euros (roughly 1,940 US Dollars).

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Xiaomi Pad 5 gets MIUI 13 Global stable update but with a catch

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Feb 7, 2022

The Xiaomi Pad 5 is part of Xiaomi’s flagship series and is a more affordable version of its Pro version. It was launched in August 2021 with Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 and bagged MIUI 13 in China earlier this year. Fast forward to today, and the MIUI 13 update is now rolling out to the global version as well.

The update carrying firmware version V13.0.1.0.RKXMIXM has a simple changelog (via Xiaomiui) that talks about improved system performance, stability, and security. Still, one can expect all of the goodies that MIUI 13 Global brings including UX-improving features and a multitude of new wallpapers (yep, that’s about it).

Xiaomi Pad 5 MIUI 13.0.1.0.RKXMIXM Global Stable update changelog:
Optimized system performance
Improved system security and stability

The MIUI 13 OTA update for the Xiaomi Pad 5 is sized about 495MB and can be downloaded through this official link. But if you wish to download the complete package, then you can do it through this recovery ROM link. Manual installation is unnecessary, though, considering the build should be rolled out widely quite soon — if it hasn’t already.

Do keep in mind that the update is still based on Android 11 and it isn’t clear when Xiaomi plans to roll out Android 12 for the tablet.

Xiaomi had earlier announced MIUI 13 Pad with a number of optimizations designed to make Android and some of its apps look better on a larger screen. It isn’t clear if these features have made it to the global version of the tablet, but we should be seeing that soon enough.

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Intel Arc GPU that can reportedly rival RTX 3070 Ti spotted in a video

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Sean

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Feb 7, 2022

While we know that Intel is working on new GPUs, the company has yet to reveal any official details regarding its Arc series graphics card. But now, a new Arc GPU that is reportedly capable of rivaling Nvidia‘s high end cards has just been spotted in a short video.

Just fyi I have no idea where this is from. pic.twitter.com/QEJs7D7Tmb

— Ayxerious (@ayxerious) February 5, 2022

The short video was shared by Ayxerious on Twitter. In the short video, we can see the graphics card in all of its glory. Furthermore, the fans on the GPU clearly feature “Intel” branding. Looking at the video, we can also see some other aspects of the GPU as well. The Arc GPU that will reportedly feature 512 EUs will feature three DisplayPort 2.0s along with a single HDMI port and sports a dual slot and dual fan design.

Apart from this short video, the Intel Arc series GPU was also spotted on a new picture as well. This image was shared by another Twitter user Bionic Squash and showcases the graphics card’s PCB. On closer inspection, the PCB has eight GDDR6 memory modules and 10 VRM phases. In other words, these specifications hints that the upcoming graphics card will be one of the higher end card. Separate reports have hinted at the card being a competitor of the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, although, that is unconfirmed at the moment.

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OPPO Reno7 Pro can be availed for much less through these offers

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Feb 7, 2022

OPPO has announced that the much-awaited Reno7 Pro 5G will be going on sale from February 8th in India. The smartphone will be selling in a single 12GB+256GB variant for Rs 39,999 but a multitude of launch offers through mainline retailers and Flipkart can help you get it for lesser.

Offers through offline channels appear to be more attractive. You can get the OPPO Power Bank 30W worth Rs 1,999 for a throwaway price of Rs 1 at select mainline stores for a limited period along with your Reno7 Pro 5G purchase.

There’s also 10% cashback (maximum Rs 4,000) from ICICI Bank, Kotak Bank, Standard Chartered, IDFC First Bank, Bank of Baroda Credit/Debit Cards, and several more.

OPPO Upgrade grants an assured buyback offer of up to 70% if customers wish to return their handset within 12 months on upgrade from their old phone to the new OPPO Reno7 series.

Loyal OPPO users can get Complete Damage Protection for 180 days. This covers accidental damage, water damage, or any other type of damage. The offer can be easily availed using the My OPPO app.

Online buyers are in for a treat too with a 10% instant discount (up to Rs 4,000) on a range of cards. The price can be further brought down with a Rs 4,000 additional exchange bonus when they exchange their old device

Lastly, through online channels, customers can get an OPPO M32 neckband at Rs 1,399 as part of the introductory offer.

The OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1200 Max processor. At the back, there’s a triple camera setup led by a 50MP Sony IMX766 flagship camera sensor. The phone is also the slimmest Reno yet at 7.45mm and weighs just 180g. It is available in Startrails Blue and Starlight Black colors.

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Redmi starts delisting Redmi K40 series ahead of Redmi K50 series launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Feb 7, 2022

Redmi has been teasing the launch of the Redmi K50 series for the last few days. The brand had earlier revealed that the lineup will debut after the Chinese New Year. Hence, the teasers have started getting more momentum now. Earlier today, the brand’s general manager disclosed that the most powerful device in the lineup is coming soon. A few hours later, he shared some details about the older Redmi K40 series.

Redmi K40 Pro Damascus Black Featured — Redmi K40 Pro

Lu Weibing, General Manager of Redmi, took to Weibo to reveal that the last-gen Redmi K40 series has now entered the stage of delisting to welcome the next-gen Redmi K50 series. According to ITHome, the Redmi K40 Pro is completely out of stock, while some variants of the Redmi K40 are still on sale.

The Redmi K50 series is rumored to include a total of four phones. Two of them will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, whereas the remaining two will house MediaTek Dimensity chips.

The brand is expected to unveil the most expensive model first in the form of the Redmi K50 Gaming Edition. This handset is said to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and is expected to start at ¥3,499.

Further, Redmi K50, the cheapest smartphone in the family, is rumored to sport Snapdragon 870 chipset. Finally, the Redmi K50 Pro and the Redmi K50 Pro+ are anticipated to house Dimensity 8000 and Dimensity 9000 chips respectively.

These three phones are said to start at ¥1,999, ¥2,699, and ¥3,299 sequentially.

Meta threatens to take down Facebook, Instagram in Europe if it can’t target ads

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Feb 7, 2022

Meta is considering leaving Europe, along with Instagram and Facebook, if it can no longer exchange data from European users with the United States due to the Schrems II decision, the tech giant stated in an SEC filing.

Facebook currently shares data about European users with its US operations, applications, and data centers and says that stopping such transatlantic data transfers will have a devastating impact on its targeted online advertisements capabilities (via ITWire).

Schrems II is a verdict issued by the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) back in July 2020 that invalidated the EU-US Data Protection Shield due to concerns around surveillance by US state and law enforcement agencies. Many companies that relied on the shield have been finding it difficult to manage the new verdict.

Facebook isn’t the sole affected by Schrems II as it is joined by every company that relied on basic data transfers to non-European countries. Some of the big names include Google, Microsoft, and Amazon whose cloud services form the backbone of most of the Western World’s Internet. The road to Schrems II will thus be long and slow as courts and industry navigate their way through the implications of the judgment.

Earlier, Google Analytics and Google Fonts had been taken to court where it was alleged that Google Fonts was sending personal data such as IP addresses to another service without permission and a valid reason to do so.

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Vivo T1 5G live shots emerge before launch, may support only 2 5G bands

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 7, 2022

Vivo T1 5Gwill be announced on Feb. 9 in India. The device will be exclusively through the Flipkart retailer site in the country. The official landing page and recent reports have revealed almost everything about the Vivo T1 5G. Over the weekend, reliable tipster Ishan Agarwal gave the first look at the actual T1 handset.

Vivo T1 live shot 1 — Vivo T1 live shot by Ishan Agarwal

Last week, tipster Mukul Sharma shared the retail box images of the Vivo T1 5G as well as its camera samples. Now, here are the live shots of the T1. The first image gives a look at the handset’s waterdrop notch display. The chin of the device is not visible in the image. However, the official teasers have shown that it has a slightly thick chin.

The second image gives a glimpse of its gradient-colored rear shell. The top-left corner features a triple camera unit with an LED flash. As it is known, this handset will be different from the Vivo T1 5G that was announced in China last year.

Recently, tipster Yogesh Brar shared all the major specs of the Vivo T1 5G. A newer tweet from the tipster reveals that the T1 will support only two 5G bands. The handset will be facing stiff competition from the upcoming Realme 9 Pro series, Tecno POVA 5G, and Infinix Zero 5G, which will carry support for a greater number of 5G bands with similar pricing.

Vivo T1 5G specifications

The Vivo T1 5G is likely to feature a 6.58-inch IPS LCD FHD+ 120Hz display, a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit. The Snapdragon 695 chipset will power the device with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. The device may offer up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It may house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. Its other features include a 3.5mm audio jack, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and a slim design. The T1 5G is likely to be priced under Rs 20,000.

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