Samsung now rolling out One UI 4.0 with Android 12 beta in India

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Oct 7, 2021

Tech giant Samsung has now added India among the countries where the latest firmware update of One UI 4.0 with Android 12 beta. The program is open to owners of the Galaxy S21 series in India, and they can register via the Samsung Members app. It is thought that all users who enroll in the program will be able to get the update.

The One UI 4.0 update has an install file of 2.3GB which also comes with the October 2021 security patch. The One UI 4.0 introduces some great widgets and Google’s Material You theming engine. There is a seeming visual overhaul with the new update.

As usual, users must back up their important data before undertaking the program, to safeguard their important data. The Galaxy S21 lineup of devices is open to the program. The One UI Beta program is owned, operated, and managed solely by Samsung. The goal of the program is to create a more reliable and better operating system and user experience based on feedback from users.

The Beta program affords participants to preview new features, apps and submit feedback about the operating system’s stability, reliability, and usability. Any potential participant in the Beta program must install the Beta software.

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Apple Watch Series 7 pre-orders live on JD.com, starts from 2999 Yuan ($465)

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Sean

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Oct 7, 2021

The Apple Watch Series 7 orders go live in China starting from 8th October 2021 and will officially be available released on October 15. Although, pre-orders for the latest smartwatch from the company is currently available via JD.com, a known Chinese e-retailer.

For those unaware, the Watch Series 7 is the latest wearable product from the Cupertino based giant. It has been listed on JD.com, with pre-orders being live for a starting price of 2,999 Yuan (roughly 465 US Dollars). The Watch Series 7 is available in two size options, namely a 41mm and 45mm model, and feature IP6X water and dust resistance rating. It sports a Retina LTPO OLED capacitive touchscreen screen, which is protected by Ion-X strengthened glass.

The new Watch Series 7 was first launched back in September 2021 and will be available in China in five new color variants, including Starlight, Midnight, Blue, Green, and Red, along with a number of new strap colors and watch faces as well. It also offers features like Always on display, accelerometer, gyro, heart rate (3rd gen), barometer, always on altimeter, compass, SpO2, and VO2max. It is built using glass front, ceramic/sapphire crystal back, and an aluminum frame.

The Apple Watch Series 7 arrives with similar sensors and processors as its predecessor, the Watch Series 6 but runs on the latest watchOS 8 interface. It also boasts a battery life of an impressive 18 hours of normal use on a single full charge through its USB Type C port over the last gen’s USB Type A connector.

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Latest Google Pixel 6 marketing renders are easily one of the most satisfying leaks ever

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 7, 2021

The Google Pixel 6 series is all set to make its debut on October 19 and the latest leaked renders have now given us a deeper insight into them than ever before. They’ve been leaked by none other than Evan Blass and appear to be official promotional images. They give us a glimpse into the series’ fabric case options and the new design of the second-generation Pixel Stand wireless charger.

The fabric cases seemingly have a soft squishy exterior and a hard plastic interior. They will offer protection to the camera bump and sport Google‘s familiar “G” logo.

The new Pixel Stand looks like it has gotten a bump in size, likely due to the overall larger Pixels this year, and has a curved rear frame with a non-circular base. It also seems to incorporate a fan system to boost heat dissipation. The UI that shows up on the phone when it’s placed on the Stand has been updated to show media controls and smart home device controls in a grid. There are also shortcuts to toggle performance mode and quiet mode at the bottom.

Another upgrade over last year’s Stand is in terms of its charging speed with support for up to 23W. Obviously, the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro should also be coming with at least 23W wireless charging support. While the speed is no match for most of the Chinese devices with wireless charging support, it does eclipse the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Next up is the star of the upcoming October event – the Pixel 6 series, of course. While we already know all that the devices will be offering, the leaks do drop a couple of new cues about its software – a new Live Space widget with a flight card and the addition of a new Pixel Security app. We also get to see the various new and colorful wallpapers Google has added.

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The new promotional images further solidify the fact that the Google Pixel 6 will be settling with a dual shooter system, thus ditching one of the cameras from its Pro variant’s 50 + 12 + 48MP triple camera configuration.

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OPPO A54s is heading to Europe priced around €250: Leak

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 7, 2021

OPPO is said to launch a new smartphone in Europe called OPPO A54s. This device is expected to be a new variant of OPPO A54 that’s sold in India. A few details about this handset have leaked ahead of its official release.

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Tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has teamed up with MySmartPrice to share some information about OPPO A54s. This budget smartphone from the brand is heading to Europe in the coming days.

According to him, the phone will be available in a single storage configuration. However, customers will be able to pick it up in two colors, such as Pearl Blue and Crystal Black.

As far as price is concerned, it will cost around €200 – €250. Hence, it will be one of the most affordable handsets in Europe.

Unfortunately, the leaker has no further details about this upcoming phone. But he expects a similar set of features like the OPPO A54 with some improvements.

For those unaware, the specs of OPPO A54 include a 6.51-inch HD+ punch-hole display (LCD), MediaTek Helio P35, 13MP (wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) triple rear cameras, 16MP front-facing camera, ColorOS 7.2 based on Android 10 (upgradable to Android 11-based ColorOS 11), side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C port, 5,000mAh battery, and 18W fast charging.

Honor 50’s price tag leaks ahead of launch in Europe and it isn’t cheap

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Oct 7, 2021

Last week, we reported that the Honor 50 will be heading to Europe this month. Honor itself has confirmed the launch date and has already put up listings of the phone, excluding the price tag, in some regions. Thankfully, we don’t have to wait until the launch date to know how much the device will cost.

The Honor 50 starts at ¥2699 (~€362) in China and for that price you get a phone with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The listing on the Honor Germany website revealed that the base configuration of the phone sold in Europe will have 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Unfortunately, it won’t cost less just because it has a smaller RAM.

As reported by Winfuture.de, the Honor 50 will be priced at €499 which is about ¥3718 when converted to Chinese Yuan. Honor will also offer the phone in a second configuration that has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage and this version will sell for €599. In China, it is priced at ¥2999 (~€402).

While it isn’t expected that the Honor 50 will sell for the same price as it goes for in Honor’s home country, the difference is quite significant. Honor will also face stiff competition from other brands such as Motorola whose Edge 20 smartphone is powered by the same Snapdragon 778G chipset. The Edge 20 Pro is priced at €499 for the 8+128GB version and it has an edge (no pun intended) over the Honor 50. Its refresh rate is not only higher at 144Hz compared to the 120Hz of the Honor 50 but it also packs better cameras. Although the Honor 50 has the advantage of packing a bigger battery capacity and supporting a faster charging technology.

Another competing device priced lower is the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE which is priced at €369 for the 6+128GB version and €399 for the 8+128GB version.

The Honor 50 has a 6.57-inch FHD+ 120Hz display with a centered punch hole that houses a 32MP camera. On the back is a 108MP primary sensor along with an 8MP ultrawide angle camera and two 2MP sensors for macro and depth. It has an in-display fingerprint scanner, a 4300mAh battery, and charges at 66W.

When it launches on October 26, long-standing Honor fans who have been longing for an Honor smartphone with Google Mobile Services may overlook its high price tag and choose it over other devices.

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MSI unveils 3 new Esports Series gaming monitors, with Quantum Dot tech

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Sean

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Oct 7, 2021

MSI has just launched new gaming monitors. The three new gaming monitors are a part of its Esports Series, with two of them featuring Quantum Dot technology to offer an improved gaming experience.

The Chinese gaming hardware maker announced the new gaming monitors earlier today (7th October 2021), which includes the Optix MPG341QR, Optix MPG321UR-QD, and Optix MPG321QRF-QD. The QD in the model numbers of the two monitors stands for Quantum Dot technology that the company claims would offer improved color performance during gaming. Furthermore, the three models feature an IPS panel on either a 32 inch or 34 inch display.

The screen’s feature high resolution, high refresh rate, next gen console compatibility, gaming intelligence, and other gamer oriented features. Talking about the Optix MPG341QR first, it sports a 34 inch display with UWQUHD (3440×1440) resolution with a 21:9 aspect ratio. In other words, it is a widescreen monitor, which also offers MSI exclusive monitor features like Gaming Intelligence. On the other hand, the Optix MPG321UR-QD and Optix MPG321QRF-QD are 32 inch monitors that offer Quantum Dot technology.

The former sports a UHD (3840×2160) resolution along with 144Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1. Meanwhile, the Optix MPG321QRF-QD also features an IPS panel with WQHD (2560×1440) resolution and a 175hz refresh rate. This monitor is aimed at those that prefer an even lower response time whilst still retaining great color. Unfortunately, the company has yet to announce the pricing for these new gaming monitors or their availability as of right now.

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Moto E40 to launch in India on October 12, available via Flipkart

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Oct 7, 2021

Earlier this week, Motorola had teased the arrival of a new E series smartphone in India. Now, the company has officially confirmed that the Moto E40 will be launching on 12th October 2021.

Hit play on immersive entertainment with the #PerfectEntertainer. Get ready to meet our latest show-stopping smartphone, #motoe40. Launching 12th Oct on @Flipkart! https://t.co/43A9P2TpEC pic.twitter.com/1ymodYo0VD

— Motorola India (@motorolaindia) October 7, 2021

In an official Tweet from the smartphone maker, the October 12 launch date had been revealed along with the platform it will be available on. For those interested, you can purchase the new device from Flipkart, a popular e-retailer in India. The teaser that Motorola had shared earlier revealed the design of the new smartphone, which will feature a triple camera setup on the back along with a rear mounted fingerprint scanner.

Since it is an E series model, we can expect the price tag to be around the 10,000 INR (roughly 130 US Dollars) mark for the budget segment in India. On the front, the device will sport a 6.5 inch IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels (HD+) and a 90Hz refresh rate. A Geekbench listing had also revealed that the Moto E40 will be powered by a UNISOC T700 SoC paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

The triple camera setup comprises of a 48 megapixel primary camera, along with a 2 megapixel macro lens and another 2 megapixel depth sensor. For selfies, it houses an 8MP front facing shooter housed in a centered punch hole. It will also offer the usual dual SIM, 4G, single band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5mm headphone jack, and USB Type C port as well.

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Pete Lau teases the launch of OnePlus 9RT in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 7, 2021

OnePlus 9RT is expected to be the next smartphone from the brand. It is in the news since August. In the past couple of months, we have learned almost everything about it. Today (October 7), the company’s co-founder himself teases the arrival of this handset.

The latest Weibo post by Pete Lau, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of OnePlus, details the OnePus T series of smartphones released so far. In the end, the post reads that the upcoming model in the lineup will have a new name and more details will be revealed tomorrow (October 8).

Unfortunately, Weibo spoils the hype by revealing the name of the device, which is none other than ‘OnePlus 9RT’. The brand exec shared this post from the yet-to-release phone.

Last month, OnePlus revealed that there won’t be a OnePlus 9T and a OnePlus 9T Pro in 2021. But the company did not shed details on the OnePlus 9RT. Hence, this is the first time we are hearing about the tweaked version of the OnePlus 9R officially from the brand.

According to previous reports, the OnePlus 9RT will come with features like Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera, ColorOS 12 (could be based on Android 11), 6.55-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, up to 12GB RAM/256GB storage, and three colors (blue, silver, black).

In a nutshell, the OnePlus 9RT will be a refreshed OnePlus 9R with some upgrades. Going by Pete Lau’s Weibo post, we expect the company to announce the launch date for China tomorrow.

Amazon smart refrigerator is reportedly in the works

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 7, 2021

There are indications that Amazon could be working on a smart fridge, going by feelers from some credible sources. The internal project is reportedly codenamed Project Pulse and it is being developed to help users track their inventory and purchase habits. It will help to predict what a person wants, based on his habits and preferences, and have the product delivered. Project Pulse will also help to track expiry dates, make smart suggestions on recipes based on what is available in the fridge, and interface seamlessly with Amazon’s Fresh or Whole Foods store.

The Amazon fridge project is believed to be at least two years old although there is no certainty whether the Amazon fridge will become a commercial product. It is also possible that the company may partner with other manufacturers to deliver the product if indeed it is primed for such.

An Amazon smart refrigerator if it becomes a reality, will seamlessly fit into Amazon’s smart home ecosystem. This will provide greater width in the number of things that could be done with the smart home system. Amazon though will not be the first tech company to delve into smart fridges – LG and Samsung have some solid niche in that area. However, Amazon’s key functionality that may showcase the fridge is the possible network functionality that will be available with such a device. Amazon’s network of grocery stores and the use of computer vision to identify items on the store will be done on the Amazon Go Stores.

As of this moment, the story remains speculative and Amazon has flatly debunked the authenticity of the story. It remains to be seen though whether an Amazon smart fridge will pop up in the future. Amazon has shown on several occasions, that it thrives on suspense and uncertainty sometimes.

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Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake Mobile CPU production to start between Q4 2021 and Q1 2022: Report

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Sean

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Oct 7, 2021

A new report has revealed that the Intel 12th Generation Alder Lake Mobile CPUs might be entering production soon. The news claims that the production for the upcoming chips will begin sometime between Q4 2021 or Q1 2021.

According to a NotebookCheck report, a leaked roadmap has revealed certain information regarding the Alder Lake series of Mobile SKUs. This includes the Alder Lake P and Alder Lake M series. The former has a TDP range between 15W and 43W while the latter will have a 9W TDP. Furthermore, the new Alder Lake P range will take the place of the existing Tiger Lake H35, Tiger Lake H45, and UP3 lineups and will feature configuration up to six Golden Cove (GLC) and eight Gracemont (GRT) cores.

The Alder Lake P chips will also support Thunderbolt 4, PCIe Gen 5, WiFi 6E, along with DDR5 and LPDDR5 memory natively. On the other hand, the Alder Lake M series will replace the Tiger Lake UP4, although, it will be limited to the PCIe Gen 4 but will support Thunderbolt 4 and WiFi 6E alongside LPDDR4X and LPDDR5 memory. Both chips are expected to be paired with team blue’s Xe GT2 or GT3 iGPUs with up to 96 execution units (EUs).

While the exact month in which the production will start is unknown, it is expected to be between the month of November 2021 and March 2022 for the Alder Lake P series, and between January 2022 and April 2022 for the Alder Lake M series. We can expect to hear more about these new chips in the arriving months from Intel, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Caviar launches Gold encased PS5, iPad mini, AirPods Max, and iPhone 13 Pro

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Sean

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Oct 7, 2021

Caviar has recently unveiled series of new customized products. The company has just released new gold encased PlayStation 5, Apple iPad mini, AirPods Max, and even an iPhone 13 Pro as well.

For those unaware, Caviar is a luxury goods maker who is known for making ultra high end custom versions of popular electronic products and more. Now, the brand has released new products that are encased in gold, which is a known symbol of status. The new collection of custom products are labelled as “Prime,” which are available in either “Gold” or “Gold Plated” versions, with the primary difference between the two bei9ng the amount of gold used and their prices.

The Sony PS5 Gold gaming console is encased in solid 18K yellow old with decorative patterns as well. Furthermore, Caviar even customized the DualSense controller, covering it with genuine lather. Only 5 units of the PS5 Gold have been made and cost a whopping $350,000. Meanwhile, the more affordable gold plated version costs just $12,750. The AirPods Max Gold is also made with 18K yellow gold along with genuine crocodile leather for the ear pads and costs $68,000 (Only 9 units made).

On the other hand, the gold plated version costs just $5,910 (99 units made). Arriving at the iPad mini, the tablet is built with 18K solid yellow gold and also feature four 4mm diamonds. With only 6 units being made, the starting price is $84,920. The gold plated edition costs $6,600 for the 256GB internal storage version but still offers the four diamonds, with 99 units available. Lastly, the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max Gold versions start from $42,380 (9 units made). The iPhones do not arrive in gold plated versions, but arrive in a higher end Solid Gold Unique version that sports 55diamonds (1.8 mm each) that are embedded on the back and starts from $45,000.

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POCO M4 Pro 5G launch could happen by early November

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 7, 2021

A few days back, a new POCO-branded smartphone called POCO M4 Pro 5G popped up on multiple certification agencies. This device also has a Chinse variant, which suggests that it could be a rebranded Redmi handset. Today, we get to know the phone’s launch timeline.

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Tech influencer Mukul Sharma has partnered with 91Mobiles to reveal the launch timeline of POCO M4 Pro 5G. According to him, the smartphone will debut by late October or early November.

Most importantly, the timeline disclosed by him is only meant for global markets. Hence, the Indian variant, if it even exists, will take some time to reach the country.

According to certifications, the ‘Global’ variant of POCO M4 Pro 5G bears the model number 21091116AG. Whereas, the original Chinese variant of this device with Redmi branding has model number 21091116AC.

As of now, we know that it will be a 5G-enabled handset with 33W fast charging support. MIUI tipster Kacper Skrzypek also claims that the phone will be powered by a MediaTek chipset.

Hopefully, the smartphone arrives with a better set of features than its predecessor POCO M3 Pro 5G. What are your expectations for the upcoming POCO M4 Pro 5G? Do let us know in the comment section below.

Intel CEO believes a “software-first” approach will give company an edge against AMD

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 7, 2021

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, who was appointed earlier this year, is betting big on a “software-first” approach to help the company rise above the competition. He suggests that software will play a much more significant role in the future of the company as he gears up to compete against a very fast-emerging AMD.

In an interview, Gelsinger admitted that Intel wasn’t in its best shape when he took over as CEO in February, thanks to tough competition from evergreen rival AMD that has seen significant growth in the past couple of years. This is combined with the delay in its delivery of 7nm chips and Nvidia’s progress in the GPU-powered AI growth engine.

But the determined CEO feels that this will be changing soon through the focus on new advancements in manufacturing and architecture over the next few years, paired with Intel’s revamped integrated device manufacturing strategy, IDM 2.0 (via: TechRadar, CRN).

The only setback in Intel’s ambitious plans could be the global silicon shortage that has impacted almost all of the tech industry alike.

However, it appears that Intel will be able to capitalize on the silicon crunch to aggressively push its IDM 2.0 strategy. This should help cushion against any setbacks due to the delay in the production of its upcoming Xeon Scalable Sapphire Rapids processors.

The strategy, along with the said software-first approach should give Intel the future-proofing that it desperately needs.

“We have to deliver the software capabilities, and then we have to empower it, accelerate it, make it more secure with hardware underneath it. And to me, this is the big bit flip that I need to drive at Intel,” shared Gelsinger.

He added saying that if there’s anything he learned from his 11-year tenure at VMWare, it is that “delivering silicon that isn’t supported by software is a bug.”

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Google to launch “Quick Phrases” that activate Assistant without saying “Hey Google”

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Sean

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Oct 7, 2021

Google Assistant will soon be receiving a new update that would enable users to use certain words to interact with the assistant without needing to say the “Hey Google” voice activation command.

According to a XDADevelopers report, the search engine giant is working on a “Quick Phrases” feature, which was spotted on a Pixel 3 XL that was running on the Android 12 Beta. As of right now, it is unknown whether Android 12 is a requirement for this new feature. The Quick Phrases feature needs to be activated in the Assistant settings. After it is turned on, the Assistant will now listen for certain phrases depending on the situation.

As an example, users can turn off the alarm when it goes off by simply saying “Stop” or “Snooze” without having to first say “Hey Google.” Similarly, you can even answer calls by just saying “Answer” or reject it by saying “Decline.” Other reports had also revealed a list of other such similar commands that are believed to be a part of these Quick Phrases. This includes commands like “Cancel the alarm,” “Send a broadcast,” “What’s the weather?,” “Turn up the volume,” and “Pause the music.”

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Motorola Moto E30 design exposed via leaked press renders

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 7, 2021

Motorola is all set to launch the Moto E40 in India in the coming days. There’s also going to be a cheaper version of this smartphone called Moto E30. The design of this handset has now leaked in renders.

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Reliable leaker Roland Quandt (@rquandt) has shared the press renders of the upcoming Motorola Moto E30. The pictures tweeted by him exposes the entire design of the phone.

The images show the device with a centered punch-hole display on the front. Whereas, on the rear, the handset has a vertically aligned 48MP triple camera setup and a fingerprint sensor with a ‘Motorola Batwing’ logo.

Further, there’s a SIM card slot on the left side and a power key as well as a volume rocker on the right side. Interestingly, the smartphone lacks a dedicated Google Assistant key, which is found on many recently released Motorola phones.

The bottom side houses a single speaker grille, a USB Type-C port, and a microphone hole. Lastly, the top side includes a 3.5mm headphone jack.

As per a Geekbench listing from last month, the device will be powered by a UNISOC SoC paired with 2GB RAM and will boot Android 11. There could be other memory variants as well.

Unfortunately, we don’ have any idea regarding other features of the Moto E30. But we expect to learn about them before the smartphone goes official.

AirPods Pro update adds Conversation Boost to keep users more connected to conversations

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 7, 2021

Apple has finally enabled the Conversation Boost feature it previewed at WWDC earlier this for the second-generation AirPods Pro. A firmware carrying version number 4A400 has been rolled out to the said earphones along with AirPods and AirPods Max.

For the uninitiated, Conversation Boost makes use of beam-forming microphones and has been designed to help people with mild hearing issues hear dialog better, effectively helping to stay more connected to conversations. It works by boosting the volume of a person talking in front of you, making face-to-face conversations more audible. It is joined by an optional feature that reduces ambient noise.

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You also gain access to sliders using which you can modify various parameters like amplification, transparency, and tone of what you hear.

Conversation Boost on the AirPods Pro can be enabled via Settings > Accessibility > Audio / Visual and toggling Headphone Accommodations on. Next, turn Transparency Mode and Conversation Boost on as well.

Feature not available yet? Then it is likely that you are not updated to firmware version 4A400. You can check if the update has been rolled out for you through General > About. Next, find and tap on the AirPods connected to your device, and check the firmware version.

That said, Conversation Boost isn’t the only thing new with the new update. The update also adds a new Lost Mode that uses millions of other iPhones, iPads, and Macs to aid in the search if your AirPods Pro/Max go missing. If they come within the Bluetooth range of another Apple device, you’ll be alerted about their location.

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Redmi K40S faces production difficulties due to chip shortage: Exec

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Sean

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Oct 7, 2021

Xiaomi usually launches its Redmi K series of budget flagship smartphones in the second half of a year. But now, a company official has revealed that the series is facing difficulties in production due to the chip shortage.

Earlier today (7th October 2021), Wang Teng Thomas, the product manager of the Chinese smartphone maker (Via MyDrivers), revealed that the Redmi K40S series is facing issues in production. In other words, the K40S series might have its launch delayed slightly or its possible that the lineup might not be launched entirely. Although, this is just speculation as of right now, so take it with a pinch of salt.

As per previous reports, the Redmi K40S will be a rebranded Xiaomi 11T series, which is similar to the K30S being a rebranded Mi 10T series last year. The K40S lineup will apparently include three different models, despite the Xiaomi 11T series only having two models. Although, every model is reportedly set to arrive with different varying charging speeds. The base model will have support for 33W fast charging, while the standard model will charge at 67W, and the high end model will support 120W fast charging.

Furthermore, at least one of the models will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chip. Since the Xiaomi 11T series also has a model with Snapdragon 888 processor, we can expect to see a high end model with the same. It was also reported that the new series will be launched in time for the Double Eleven festival in November. So stay tuned for more updates.

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Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro starts retailing via Giztop with an introductory discount of upto $70

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Simranpal Singh

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Oct 7, 2021

Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro was recently unveiled featuring some high-end specifications. Primarily, it comes with Snapdragon 860 SoC, 128/256GB storage and 6GB RAM. The 11-inch tablet is now available via Giztop along with an additional discount of up to $70. The discount is applicable without any additional coupon code for all users across the globe.

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Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro is available in two colour options of Black (Cosmic Gray) and White (Pearl White). However, the interested users can choose between two storage options of 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 6GB RAM + 256GB internal storage. Despite being limited to few countries, the Giztop can ship the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro across the globe.

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Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro Specifications

Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro comes with a large 11-inch LCD display having 1600 x 2560 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display offers a 16:10 aspect ratio and supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision for a vivid viewing experience. It is powered with Snapdragon 860 SoC with 6GB RAM to handle CPU intensive tasks and enhance productivity.

The features like split-screen, and face unlock offers a better multitasking experience. In the camera department, the tablet comes with a 13MP primary sensor along with an LED flash. An 8MP selfie camera is present on the front for video calling at 1080p quality.

It accompanies a massive 8720 mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. It can offer up to 16 hours of video playback upon a single full charge.
In connectivity, the users will get Bluetooth 5.0, WiFI, USB-Type-c and much more.

The user can also buy Xiaomi Smart Pen to improve the overall functionality of the smartphone.

It is an interesting introductory deal for users who are looking for a new powerful tablet for work or home purposes. You can get 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant for $449 via Giztop.

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realme GT Neo2 India launch date set for October 13

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 7, 2021

Smartphone brand realme has been teasing the launch of realme GT Neo2 in India for the past few days. At last, the company has finally revealed the date when it will be debuting the handset in the country. The device will go official in the region next week.

According to the official Twitter account and website of realme India, the brand will be launching the realme GT Neo2 in India on October 13 at 12:30 PM. Going by the teases, the device will be the same as the original model sold in China.

The original realme GT Neo is known as realme X7 Max. Hence, India didn’t get a phone in the realme GT Neo series. This makes the realme GT Neo2 to be the first model in the lineup to reach the Indian shores.

As far as specs are concerned, the realme GT Neo2 has a 6.62-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, 64MP + 8MP + 2MP triple rear camera setup, 16MP front-facing camera, realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11, 5,000mAh battery, and 65W fast charging.

Other features of the handset include stereo speakers, in-display fingerprint sensor, dual-SIM, 5G connectivity, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, NFC, and USB Type-C.

Last but not least, the phone is expected to start below ₹30,000 in the country.

Anker Nebula 4K Streaming Dongle launched in Japan for ¥8,980(~$81)

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Pranav Sawant

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Oct 7, 2021

Tech giant Anker has officially launched the Nebula 4K Streaming Dongle in the Japanese market. The 4K streaming dongle comes with features like Google Assistant, Dolby Digital Plus, and has 8GB of ROM.

The Nebula 4K Streaming Dongle is priced at 8,980 Yen(roughly $81) and is available in the Black colour variant. This is cheaper compared to the global pricing of $89.99.

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Anker Nebula 4K Streaming Dongle Features

The dongle comes with over 7,000 apps including popular ones like Youtube, Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime. It runs on Android TV 10.0 OS and has support for Ultra HD content streaming. It can go up to 4k 75fps with support for HDR 10.

Interestingly, the device comes with support for Google Assistant which can be toggled through the button on the remote. It is also compatible with Chromecast and has quick shortcut buttons on the remote. It has 2GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.

The device has Bluetooth v5.0 and up to 5GHz Wi-Fi support. It is powered by an ARM Quad 64-bit Cortex-a53 CPU clocked at up to 2GHz. The dongle supports most of the audio and video formats including MPEG, MP3, WMA, AC3, H.265, H.264, AVC 4K, RealVideo, and others.

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