Apple suppliers struggle to keep production on schedule amid power outages in China

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Oct 8, 2021

Apple suppliers in China are currently struggling to keep the production on schedule amid widespread power outages in the region. The suppliers are scrambling to keep production on track prior to the arriving holiday season.

According to a NikkeiAsia report, the widespread outages of power in China are the latest reasons that have caused tech giants from shifting their production away from the Asian country. As of right now, the suppliers of the Cupertino based giant, Amazon, and more are struggling to keep production on track. A source talked to Nikkei and revealed that power outages has been hitting on irregular intervals since mid September.

But now, these suppliers have been receiving notices every week notifying them regarding, which days in the following week will face a power cut. Reportedly, Apple suppliers have warned that the power cuts are threatening the supply chain, but these disruptions might last till the end of this year or possibly even longer. Furthermore, another issue is that the suppliers do not know which firms will receive power and which won’t.

The report added that another Apple supplier stated that local governments are deciding where to provide electricity based in part on the value of the products being manufactured. The news arrives as the company seeks to boost initial production of its iPhone 13 series to 90 million units through the end of this year. This marks an increase of up to 20 percent over the 75 million units of the iPhone 12 series that launched back in 2020.

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Redmi Note 7 Pro finally receives MIUI 12.5 update in India

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Oct 8, 2021

Although Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update, there are still many devices that are yet to receive MIUI 12.5 in all markets. One of those is Redmi Note 7 Pro. The phone got the MIUI 12.5 in China at the end of June. Now, the company has begun seeding out this update in India.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro is one of the popular smartphones of its time. It was the first phone in the segment to arrive with a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor. The handset has now started getting the MIUI 12.5 update in India.

MIUI 12.5 was introduced at the Mi 11 launch event in late December 2020. It is a minor upgrade for devices running MIUI 12 with some meaningful changes.

This software update for the Redmi Note 7 Pro in India arrives with build number V12.5.1.0.QFHINXM. Like any other OTA system update, it is being rolled out in batches. Hence, it will take days to reach every unit in the country.

At present, we are not sure if the smartphone will get access to MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition. Hopefully, Xiaomi makes it available as the less powerful Redmi Note 8 is eligible and has already got it in China.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. Prior to MIUI 12.5, the handset was updated to MIUI 11, MIUI 12, and Android 10.

Samsung announces new 17nm process node designed for those still stuck on 28nm

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 8, 2021

We are now closer than ever to achieving 3nm chips in smartphones, but it is easy to forget that a vast majority of the electronics industry still relies on legacy processes owing to their low costs. Because of this, a lot of electronics continue using the planar 28nm process – a fabrication process that was last seen at the beginning of the last decade. And it is this industry that Samsung is aiming at with its newly announced 17nm process node.

samsung-17nm-node-process — Image: IT Home

Samsung Foundry Forum 2021 was held yesterday where it was announced that Samsung will be launching the 3nm GAA process in the first half of 2022 along with the commercial production of 2nm GAA process chips in 2025. Along with this, the company also announced the launch of a new 17LPV process – the 17nm Low Power Value process (via: IT Home).

It is basically an advanced version of the 28nm process with the difference being that it combines the 28nm BEOL (Back-End-Of-Line) and the 14nm FEOL (Back-End-Of-Line) process. This can bring significant cost reduction for customers while also improving energy efficiency by leaps and bounds.

Compared to the traditional 28nm process, the new 17LPV process chip has a 43% reduced area, 39% improved performance, and 49% better power efficiency.

The mass production time of this process hasn’t been announced yet but Samsung says that the first application for 17LPV will be in camera image signal processors, as part of Samsung’s CMOS Image Sensor portfolio.

In addition, Samsung is also integrating the 17LPV process into its high-voltage products for DDIC/display drivers that require back-end high-voltage support combined with improved logic.

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TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS official teaser points to an October 13 launch

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 8, 2021

A tweet from smartwatch brand Mobvoi indicates that the much-anticipated TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS will be launched on October 13. The smartwatch will come with some of the advanced features already available in a couple of models released earlier this year.

It is speculated that the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS is a refresh model of the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS, although with advanced monitoring capabilities. Some of the headline health monitoring features are Arterial Age, TruHR, and Exercise Capacity. The new model however has a slightly tweaked exterior design from the TicWatch Pro 3 GPS. It will be powered by Snapdragon Wear 4100+. The new smartwatch could also bear some semblance with the TicWatch Pro X launched in China recently. However, the Pro X has built-in LTE which may not be the case with the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS.

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Mobvoi is also having a giveaway program to promote the new model, and it runs from 8 to 13 October. The ultimate giveaway will be the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS for select winners who are expected to complete daily tasks on Twitter. Other prizes include $20 gift cards for Mobvoi’s online store and TicPods ANC prizes.

Pricing and global availability details for the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS will hopefully be available as we inch closer to the launch of the model. It could however be speculated that the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS will be priced higher than the original TicWatch Pro 3 GPS model.

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Deal: Get Tronsmart Apollo Air Earphones for $73 (Retail Price $85)

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Oct 8, 2021

Tronsmart Apollo Air Earphones which generally retails for $85 is now available at a discounted price of $72.98 only at AliExpress.

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Tronsmart Apollo Air Earphones at $72.98 (after discount)@AliExpress

Tronsmart Apollo Air Earphones

Tronsmart Apollo Air Earphones is a premium earphone that comes with an advanced Qualcomm QCC3046 chip and a customized graphene driver for exceptional and unrivaled sound quality. The combination of six mics and cVc 8.0 technology gives you crystal clear calls and the latest Bluetooth v5.2 ensures a stable and seamless connection. With three dedicated sound modes viz: ANC On, ANC Off, and Ambient Sound you can use the earphones at different places and for different scenarios like travel, studies, exercise, etc.

Key Features:

Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation – 35dB
Qualcomm® aptX™ audio decoding
3 sound modes
Six mics with cVc 8.0 technology for crystal-clear calls
True Wireless Stereo Plus
Bluetooth v5.2
IP45 dustproof and waterproof
Intelligent APP control
Battery: 5 hours on a single charge and 20 hours with the case
Colors: Black and White

Generally retailing for $85, you can now buy Tronsmart Apollo Air Earphones at a discounted price of $72.98 only at AliExpress. Please note that this is limited time offer. So place your order asap.

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Deal: Buy UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max Smartphone for $171 at AliExpress

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Oct 8, 2021

UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max is now available at a discounted price of $171.12 only at AliExpress. This is a limited-time offer.

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UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max at $171.12 (after discount)@AliExpress

UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max

Key Features:

6.8-inch capacitive touch display
Iconic flat-edged design
MediaTek Helio G80 Octa-core processor
4GB / 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM (expandable up to 256GB)
Triple Rear Camera: 48MP + 16MP + 2MP
Front Camera: 24MP
5150mAh large capacity battery
10W fast charging
Charging Interface – Type C
Infrared thermometer 2.0
Stock Android 11
Side Fingerprint Unlock
Face ID unlock
Performance boosting independent shortcut keys
Dual Sim + MicroSD slot
Color: Frost Grey and Mist Blue

You can now order UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max at a discounted price of $171.12 only at AliExpress. This price is applicable on the 4GB + 128GB, Grey, and Blue color variant. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap.

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Deal: Get ENCHEN Electric Hair Trimmer for $14 (Retail Price $26)

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Oct 8, 2021

ENCHEN Electric Hair Trimmer which generally retails for $26 is now available at a discounted price of $14.57 only at AliExpress. This is a limited stock offer.

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ENCHEN Electric Hair Trimmer at $14.57 (after discount)@AliExpress

ENCHEN Electric Hair Trimmer

Key Features:

Minimalist and sleek design
Single-button lock system: Slider comb locks your hair and gives you smooth and symmetrical hair cut
Nano Ceramic cutter head: Ultra-low noise
Touch switch
Dual speed control: Suitable for both soft and dense and coarse hair
The parts that contact the skin with the cutter head and the positioning comb are rounded to ensure safety and comfort during the haircut
Waterproof cutter head: The blade is removable and washable
Cordless rechargeable design
Charging time: 90 minutes
Charging interface: USB Type C
Suitable for babies, adults, and elderly
Smart charging protection
Smart battery reminder
Ergonomic design: Easy to handle
Colors: Black and White

Generally retailing for $26, you can now buy ENCHEN Electric Hair Trimmer at a discounted price of $14.57 only at AliExpress. Please note that this is a limited-stock offer. So place your order asap.

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Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti rumors hint at whopping 450W TDP & 21Gbps VRAM

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Oct 8, 2021

A new report has just surfaced online, which reveals key information regarding the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. While we had recently reported on a rumor regarding the RTX 3090 SUPER, it seems that team green might also be considering a new Ti variant of its top end GPU.

VideoCardz has claimed that it has received an RTX 3090 Ti and even shared certain key specifications of the upcoming graphics card. As per the report, the RTX 3090 Ti features the GA102-250 GPU with 10,752 CUDA cores, 84 clusters, 84 RT cores, 336 Tensor cores and 128 ROPs. As of right now, the clock speeds of the GPU is currently unknown but the report did state that it houses a sizeable 21GB of VRAM.

Furthermore, the RTX 3090 Ti will be 2.5Gbps faster than the RTX 3090 and sports 2GB VRAM modules, rather than the 1GB modules found in the vanilla version. While the memory speeds will be faster, the Ti variant still only features 24GB of GDDR6X VRAM. On the other hand, the boost in specs also arrives with a sizeable jump in power draw, with the RTX 3090 Ti featuring a new PCB that has a whopping 450W TDP over the base models 360W TDP.

Reportedly, the RTX 3090 Ti will include a new power connector for the PCIe Gen 5 compatibility. Nvidia is rumored to launch the RTX 3090 Ti in January 2022, which clashes with the supposed launch period of the RTX 3090 SUPER that we had previously reported on. Unfortunately, finer details regarding the GPU is still unknown, so we will have to wait for an official announcement from the company.

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Halide 2.5 update brings new macro photography mode for all iPhones

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 8, 2021

Halide camera yesterday released a new update with version number 2.5 finally enabling macro mode across all iPhone models. The feature is called Neural Macro and can be accessed through the in-app focus mode.

When the mode is enabled, the app will automatically select the lens with the least focal length and applies a 2x digital zoom on top of it to get as close as possible to the subject. But since digital zooming always leads to a loss in quality, Halide makes use of the neural engine found on iPhone 8 and above to restore lost detail. The app even allows a 3x zoom if you wish to get even closer.

The result is an image that not only has a superior closeup but also a minimal loss in quality. The mode shoots JPEG images with a 4K resolution.

But perhaps the best part is that the 2x and 3x zooms are only edits that are applied to the image. Thus, if you wish to undo them, you can simply head over to the Photos app, edit the photo, and hit Restore.

That said, the Halide Neural Macro mode obviously works differently on the iPhone 13 Pro/Pro Max. This is because the app can simply tap into the native macro functionality of the ultra-wide lens found on the device. Photos shot using this mode are said to be even better than the ones captured via the default Camera app.

Halide can be downloaded through the App Store via a subscription costing $9.99 a month. It can also be availed through a one-time purchase for $49.99. Halide 2.5 is a free update to existing subscribers.

TSMC rejects disclosing its Client Data to the US

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Sean

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Oct 8, 2021

The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is rejecting a recent White House request to disclose details about its relationships with its suppliers and customers, which would also include information on various aspects of its operations.

According to Sylvia Fang, the world’s largest contract chip maker’s general counsel, “We will definitely not leak our company’s sensitive information, especially that related to our customers. We are still at the stage of doing some preliminary research and evaluating the contents of the questionnaire (sent by the US government).” Apparently, the US is demanding details into the types of products it produces for clients, lead times, inventory levels and other information that the company deemed as confidential.

As of right now, TSMC is seeing a record demand for its semiconductors, especially from the automobile industry in the recent quarter due to the ongoing global chip shortage that has affected various industries and markets across the globe. The Automotive segment is one of the biggest industries across the globe, including the US, with companies employing tens of millions of people globally. So when the production of cars halts due to a supply shortage, the impact of the constraints poses a significant economic threat.

Thus, the US is working to secure its own chip supply while also discerning the semiconductor supply chain of other nations by asking foundries to voluntarily disclose information regarding their business. Washington even went as far as to threaten these firms using a national security law, as per a NikkeiAsia report. Gina Raimondo, the US Secretary of Commerce added that “We have other tools in our tool box that require them to give us data. I hope we don’t get there. But if we have to we will.”

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The Galaxy Z Flip3 propels Samsung’s latest foldable sales to over 1 million units in Korea

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 8, 2021

The two latest Samsung foldable models, the Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3 have had a pretty strong reception in Samsung’s home market of South Korea. More than 1 million units of the two smartphones have been sold since they were introduced in Korea one month ago. The speed in accomplishing this milestone is the fastest after the hugely successful Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S8 series.

The sales target was a week behind what analysts had earlier predicted, although it still reflects a very successful run for the latest revolutionary foldable phones from the company. Up to 70% of the units sold in Korea were the cheaper Z Flip3 which offers an excellent experience with some new features. The Z Flip3 is in the same range as the Galaxy S21, but its design and overall appeal within a large segment of the market yielded more than 700,000 units sold within a month.

The demographics of the buyers released by Samsung also showed that about 54% of them were millennials or from Generation Z. This statistic helps to underscore the acceptability of the Galaxy Z Flip3 to several age groups.

The surge in sales of the Samsung foldable models could also be linked with the trade-in program put in place. Samsung has allowed South Koreans to trade their old phones including non-Samsung models, for the new Z Flip3 and Z Fold3 smartphones. Samsung is also extending the program till October 31.

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Microsoft celebrates Xbox’s 20th Anniversary with new Translucent controller

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Sean

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Oct 8, 2021

Microsoft is launching a new controlled to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its popular gaming console, the Xbox platform. The company announced the new controller earlier this week, which features the classic Xbox green colors scheme and a translucent body.

According to Xbox product marketing manager Jessica Tsujikawa, the new controller features a see through shell, which is inspired by the original Xbox debug kit that featured a translucent green body. Furthermore, the 20th Anniversary Special Edition Xbox Wireless Controller is scheduled to be launched on November 15. Talking about its design, the controller sports a translucent black design on the front half, which enables users to peer inside the inner hardware of the controller.

Notably, Microsoft also allows customers to unlock a 20th anniversary Xbox Series X dynamic background by connecting the controller to the console. For those interested, the new 20th Anniversary Special Edition controller is priced at 69.99 US Dollars, which is about 10 US Dollars higher than the price for the standard Xbox controller. The new controller is compatible with both the Xbox One and Xbox Series X and Series S consoles along with Windows, PC, Android, and iOS devices as well.

Apart from the new controller, the company has also launched the new 20th Anniversary Special Edition Xbox Stereo Headset. This gaming headset sports a similar bright green highlights and translucent black shell as well. It also features price tag of 69.99 US Dollars and will be launched on November 15. Another product launching with these two gaming peripherals is the new custom sneakers that were made in collaboration with Adidas.

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Samsung India eyes 65% growth in high-end consumer electronics

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 8, 2021

Samsung has seen strong growth in its consumer electronics sales over the past 3 months despite losing out to Chinese companies in the smartphone market. The Korean company now aims to grow by over 65 percent this festive season with the sales of its premium category of TVs and digital appliances.

Raju Pullan, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung India revealed that they’ve seen a strong uptick during the Onam and Ganesh Chaturthi festivals already. This, combined with the increased demand from consumers looking to equip their homes with the latest tech following COVID unlocks, has led to a boom in business.

The growth has especially been in the television sector where the company is almost a consumer favorite, seeing 63 percent growth with QLED TVs. But that’s not all. Sales of refrigerators and washing machines have seen a growth of 100 percent and 50 percent respectively, in the month of August alone.

“We planned for festive season way in advance to stay ahead of the curve and ensured that we are well stocked up and expanded our premium portfolio with the launch of Neo QLED TV, The Frame TV, French Door Refrigerators, AI Ecobubble washing machines, WindFree ACs, etc., to cater to festive demand,” Pullan said.

Pullan went on to say that, unlike last year, when the brand’s growth was mainly limited to tier-2 markets, this year’s growth has been spread throughout metro cities as well as tier 2 and 3 markets.

Samsung has already announced a ‘Big TV Festival’ with offers to encourage further growth for its 55-inch and above TV offerings. This is paired with ‘Home Like Never Before’ offers for washing machines, refrigerators, microwaves, and ACs.

Last but not the least, Samsung is offering exciting deals through the ongoing Amazon’s Great Indian Festival and Flipkart’s The Big Billion Days.

Regardless, Samsung’s ability to achieve the coveted 65 percent growth rate will be tested during the next two months. Underlying supply issues are the biggest setback that can hamper the company’s goals and are something that need to be addressed.

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Motorola Moto E30 is a cheaper Moto E40 with Android 11 Go Edition

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 8, 2021

Yesterday, Motorola announced three new budget smartphones, namely Moto G Pure, Moto E40, and Moto E30. We have already covered the first two devices. Here in this article, let’s take a look at the third model, which also happens to be the most affordable of all.

Motorola E30 Specifications and Features

The Moto E30 is the same as the Moto E40. The only differences between the two are the former has a lower amount of RAM and storage and runs Android 11 Go Edition.

This means the Moto E30 features a plastic build like the Moto E40 with IP52 certification. It flaunts a 6.5-inch IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels (HD+), a 90Hz refresh rate, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a punch-hole. The company calls this screen Max Vision display.

Further, it is powered by a UNISOC T700 chipset paired with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. If needed, users can expand the storage via a MicroSD card. Like any other budget smartphone, there’s a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port, in addition to a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor with the iconic Motorola Batwing logo.

As far as cameras are concerned, it arrives with a vertically aligned triple rear camera setup consisting of a 48MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor. There’s also an 8MP selfie camera inside the punch-hole on the front.

Other features of the handset include a dual SIM card slot, 4G, VoLTE, WiFi, GNSS, 5,000mAh battery, 10W charging, and two colors (Mineral Gray, Digital Blue).

Motorola E30 Price and Availability

The Motorola Moto E30 will be initially available in Europe and Latin America. It will start at an MSRP of €129.

Your location data is being sold to the highest bidder in a $12 billion market

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Sean

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Oct 8, 2021

A new report might make you more skeptical about allowing apps to track your location. Apparently, the user’s phone location data is a huge market, in which information is sold to the highest bidder in market that is estimated to be worth a whopping 12 billion US Dollars.

According to TheNextWeb, there are multiple data mining firms that collect location data along with other identifiers anonymously and then sell it to other companies that require it. The data is bought from various firms including retail foot traffic analysts to even military contractors. Serge Egelman, a researcher at UC Berkeley’s International Computer Science Institute and CTO of AppCensus stated that “apps can circumvent the permission model and gain access to protected data without user consent by using both covert and side channels.”

Similarly, Justin Sherman, a cyber policy fellow at the Duke Tech Policy Lab added that There isn’t a lot of transparency and there is a really, really complex shadowy web of interactions between these companies that’s hard to untangle. They operate on the fact that the general public and people in Washington and other regulatory centers aren’t paying attention to what they’re doing.” The Markup even identified 47 companies that harvest, sell, or trade in mobile phone location data.

Notably, one of the location data brokers Oracle, has a partner that openly advertises data on millions of US individuals. This includes demographics information like personal activities and life preferences. Meanwhile Oracle, Epsilon, and others also explicitly advertises data sharing platforms to thousands of companies.

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Pixel Fold, Pixel Watch, Nest Speakers may launch on October 19 with Pixel 6 series

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 8, 2021

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are all set to launch on Oct. 19. A tipster has claimed that the upcoming Pixel launch event will also see the arrival of some other products such as Google’s first foldable phone, a Pixel-branded smartwatch, and new smart speakers.

Almost everything is known about the forthcoming Pixel 6 duo. However, it appears that Google has done well to keep the details of the other upcoming products under the wraps. It appears that the search engine may use the Pixel Fall Launch event to announce the Pixel Fold foldable phone, the Pixel Watch, and Nest Speakers.

At present, nothing concrete is known about the Pixel Fold device. Hence, it appears that the company may formally announce the existence of its first foldable phone at the event. A recent report claimed that the Pixel Fold may run on Android 12.1, which is expected to offer an improved experience for foldable devices. The new Pixel Launcher may offer a taskbar feature that will give quick access to apps like dialer, message, Chrome, camera, and so on.

The first Pixel-branded smartwatch may run on the new WearOS, which offers a merged experience of Wear OS and Samsung’s Tizen OS. The smartwatch is likely to feature a custom-made 5nm chipset. The Oct. 19 may also see the launch of new Nest speakers. Unfortunately, the rumor mill is yet to reveal the features of the Nest speakers.

The tipster has also hinted the arrival of the Pixel Tablet, which could be a successor for the Pixel Slate that debuted in 2018. Hopefully, the rumor will reveal some information on the upcoming Pixel products in the next few days before launch.

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Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 to feature four JBL speakers with Dolby Atmos

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 8, 2021

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 is in the news for the past few weeks. The company has been gradually teasing its features. The latest teasers reveal the specs of its speakers and its weight. Let’s take a look at what these teasers have to say.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 Teaser — Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6

According to the official Lenovo Xiaoxin Weibo account, the upcoming Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 will arrive with four JBL speakers. These speakers will also have support for Dolby Atmos.

Hence, the tablet should offer an immersive multimedia experience with this audio system and its 12.6-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels. This screen has been already confirmed to feature a 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 600 nits brightness, DC Dimming, and TÜV Rheinland EyeSafe Display 2.0 certification.

Further, the second teaser says that the tablet will only weigh 568g. It is said to be lighter than a small water bottle. As per previous teasers, the product will feature a metal body and will offer a premium look like the Apple iPad Pros and Galaxy Tab S series.

Earlier teasers and leaks have revealed the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 to come with features like a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, ZUI 13 for Pad, 13MP + 5MP dual rear camera setup, 8MP + ToF dual front camera setup, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a MicroSD card slot, a USB 3.1 (Type-C) port, a 10,200mAh battery, and 45W fast charging.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021 debuted at ¥2,999 ($465) in China. Hence, the newer and larger Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 should cost more than that.

Realme GT Neo 2T in works, likely to launch this month

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 8, 2021

Realme China CMO Xu Qi took to Weibo today to claim that the GT Neo2 series has a new product. He seems to be hinting at a new GT Neo phone powered by a different flagship chip. It can be said based on Digital Chat Station’s Weibo post that this device could be arriving in the Chinese market as the Realme GT Neo 2T.

According to the tipster, the Realme phone with RMX3357 model number that has received CMIIT certification will debut as the GT Neo 2T. This smartphone was approved by the TENAA authority of China last month.

The RMX3357’s TENAA listing states that it measures 158.5 x 73.3 x 8.4mm and weighs 184 grams. The device houses a 6.43-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. The screen seems to feature a punch-hole at the upper-left corner and curved edges.

The 3GHz chip that powers the device could be the Dimensity 1200 chip. The handset will come with 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage in China. It will boot to Android 11 OS.

For photography, it has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit. It seems to house a 4,500mAh dual-cell battery that may carry support for 65W fast charging. For security, it features an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The company is also expected to announce the Realme Q3s this month. Probably, the Q3s and GT Neo 2 will go official through an unveiling event later this month in China. The Q3s is expected to arrive with specs like a 6.59-inch LTPS FHD+ 144Hz display, Snapdragon 778G chip, up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, Android 11 OS, a 5,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging, a 16-megapixel front camera, a 48-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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Here’s what to expect from Realme’s multi-product launch on October 13th

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 8, 2021

Realme recently confirmed the launch of the Realme GT Neo2 through a press release, setting the date for October 13. The smartphone will be launched through a virtual event that will be held via Realme’s official channels. Several specifications of the phone have been confirmed as well through Realme’s website. The company has revealed that the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 870 processor and will sport a high-end 120Hz E4 AMOLED panel.

But as it stands, the Realme GT Neo2 isn’t the only one that will be unveiled at the October 13 product launch event. Reliable tipster Ishan Agarwal has now revealed the full list of devices, which have been listed below.

Realme Buds Air 2 (Closer Green)

The Realme Buds Air 2 were unveiled earlier this year in March as one of the most affordable true wireless earphones to come with active noise cancellation (ANC) support in the Indian market.

These earphones will now be getting a new Closer Green color to its existing roster of color choices that includes Closer White, Closer Black, and Closer Gold, on October 13.

Realme 4K Smart TV Google Stick

The Realme 4K Google TV Stick is set to be the first streaming device from the brand and will support a crisp 4K resolution, just as its name implies. It will run the Google TV interface and will be available in black.

Realme Brick Bluetooth Speaker

The upcoming portable speaker has been very appropriately named considering that it does look like brick. It will be able to output 20W sound, feature a 2-speaker unit consisting of dynamic bass boost drivers, and be compatible with the Realme Link app.

As far as endurance is concerned, the speaker will last for 14 hours on a full charge via a USB Type-C port. It will also sport bass radiators and have an IPX5 water resistance rating.

Mobile Gaming Accessories

Last but not least are the three mobile gaming accessories that will be unveiled alongside the aforementioned with the October product launch event, namely Realme Cooling Back Clip Neo, Type-C SuperDart Game Cable, and Mobile Game Triggers.

Realme’s October 13th launch event will begin at 12:30 PM and will be live-streamed through the company’s official YouTube and Facebook channels. Android 11-based Realme UI 3.0 is also said to be talked about at the event.

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OnePlus Buds Z2 launch date confirmed, OnePlus 9RT official renders appear on JD

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Oct 8, 2021

Earlier today, OnePlus confirmed that it will be launching the OnePlus 9RT on Oct. 13 in China. The company has revealed through another Weibo post that it will be unleashing the OnePlus Buds Z2 through the same event.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 will be arriving as the successor to last year’s Buds Z TWS earbuds. Recent reports have revealed it will be available in colors like Day Black and Day White. As compared to the original model, the Buds Z2 will offer slightly more angled ear tips for a comfortable fit.

The Buds Z2 rumors have revealed that it will carry support for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The earbuds will offer IP55 rated sweat and water resistance, whereas the charging case will come with an IPX4 rating. It will be equipped with 11mm audio drivers with each earbud housing a 40mAh battery. Its charging case is expected to pack a 520mAh battery. Reports have claimed that it will offer 27-hour battery life. It is likely to achieve a full charge by charging for around 90 minutes.

OnePlus 9RT renders and sale date

The OnePlus 9RT is now listed on China’s JD.com retailer site for reservation. The listing gives a good look at the silver variant of the 9RT and confirms that it will go on sale from Oct. 18.

As far as the design is concerned, the 9RT can be seen sporting a punch-hole display on the front and a redesigned camera setup on the back. The listing has no information on the specs, but recent reports have revealed that it will offer a 6.55-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888 SoC, up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of RAM, 50-megapixel quad cameras, a 16-megapixel selfie snapper, and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging.

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