Motorola announces the Moto E40 with a 90Hz LCD, UNISOC T700 & more!

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Oct 7, 2021

Xiaomi quite surprisingly rolled out ‘stable beta’ Android 12 builds just a couple of days ago for pilot testers, becoming the first OEM to deem the fresh OS version anywhere close to stable. This update has now been reported to kill some devices.

As per Xiaomiui and user feedback from relevant communities, the Android 12 update for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11, and Mi 11i can hard-brick your phone and turn it into a paperweight, at least for the moment. It is unclear if the hard-brick state is easy to recover from.

The updates guilty of the issue carry version numbers 12.5.1.0.SKAMIXM, 12.5.1.0.SKBMIXM, and 12.5.1.0.SKKMIXM for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11, and Mi 11i respectively. Xiaomiui says that the issue strikes during the installation process.

Now, Xiaomi does warn users to always back up their data due to potential loss of data as part of prerequisites for the Mi Pilot Testers program. But the bricking problem is still surprising considering the builds had been slapped with the ‘Stable MIUI based on Android 12’ label, despite obviously not being anywhere close to stable.

Further, Wang Hua, General Manager of Xiaomi PR, had recently emphasized that Android 12 still needs a lot of work – all the more reason to keep the OS iteration limited to Chinese beta testers for now.

Users looking to try out Android 12 at such an early stage are thus advised to not upgrade to the aforementioned builds and back up their data prior to the installation of any similar future releases.

As for those that are unable to recover from the hard-bricked state, it is recommended to take the affected device to the nearest service center. A brick isn’t the end of the world and can be recovered from, albeit with a likely loss of data.

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Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro earbuds have ANC, HearID, and LDAC support for $170

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Oct 7, 2021

Anker’s Soundcore audio brand has announced a new pair of wireless earbuds. The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro is its new premium earbuds and it offers a lot at a price tag under $200.

The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro has a slightly refreshed design. It is smaller but still manages to have a slightly better battery life than its predecessor. Each earbud has a 10.6mm dynamic driver and features Anker’s ACAA (Astria Coaxial Acoustic Architecture) 2.0 which “delivers harmonious sound with precision accuracy and even greater detail”.

The earbuds support LDAC technology for wireless Hi-Res Audio. Soundcore’s HearID which analyzes the way you hear music to create a personalized sound profile specifically for you makes a return but it doesn’t end there. The feature has also been integrated with active noise cancellation (HearID ANC) which adjusts noise levels to your ears. There are three ANC levels depending on the environment.

Other features of the Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro are equalizer settings to further tune the earbuds, 3D surround sound which enhances the experience when watching movies and playing games, transparency mode, ability to connect two devices simultaneously, IPX4-rating, and AI-noise reduction for removing background noise during calls.

The battery life of the Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro is 8 hours and it goes up to 32 hours with the case. There is support for fast charging – a 15-minute charge will provide 3 hours of listening time via USB-C charging or wireless. There is a Bluetooth manager that can store up to 7 devices and users can choose the two devices they want the earbuds to be connected to for multi-point connection.

Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro Midnight Black

The earbuds ship with three pairs of liquid silicone ear tips and three pairs of air-filled ear wings. Priced at $169.99, the earbuds are available in Fog Gray, Midnight Black, Frost White, and Dusk Purple. Anker is currently offering $20 off for a limited time. If you order today, they are expected to ship before October 20th (Nov. 1 for the Dusk Purple colorway).

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Black Shark 4S gaming phone gets teased through a photo watermark

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Oct 7, 2021

Black Shark Technology CEO Luo Yuzhou today posted three photos on Weibo as teasers for the upcoming Black Shark 4S phone. The photos are apparently shot on none other than the said gaming phone as they sport a watermark on the bottom-left corner with the device name.

The watermark mentions “AI triple camera” thus confirming that the Black Shark 4S will sport a tri-camera array at its rear. From this, it is safe to assume that the Black Shark 4S Pro will also be having a similar camera implementation.

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The teaser photographs show figures like “300 million times” and “still number one”, although it’s unclear what they stand for. Regardless, the photos prove that the phone is likely ready for launch and will do so any time now.

It was previously leaked that the Black Shark 4S Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 888+ processor and sport absolute top-of-the-line specs like support for 120W flash charging and a refresh rate of 144Hz.

Also known are the camera specs for both of the Black Shark 4S models – the vanilla model has a 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 5-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit, whereas the Pro model has a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 5-megapixel (macro) triple camera system.

Prior to this, popular Chinese MOBA game Honor of Kings (aka King of Glory) had updated their support page mentioning the Black Shark 4S models in the list of high framerate devices.

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Samsung Galaxy A52 gets RAM Plus feature

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Oct 7, 2021

Almost all popular Android OEMs now offer a virtual RAM feature. Samsung was the last company to join the bandwagon very recently with the launch of Galaxy A52s 5G. The South Korean tech giant calls its implementation ‘RAM Plus’. The feature is now being rolled out to the Galaxy A52.

Samsung Galaxy A52 Awesome White Featured — Samsung Galaxy A52

A few hours back, Samsung started seeding October 2021 security patches for the Galaxy A52. According to SamMobile, this system update also brings the ‘RAM Plus’ feature.

Hence, users who have updated to the latest firmware now have an increased amount of RAM on their unit. To check whether they have got the feature, users will have to navigate to Settings > Battery and device care > Memory.

Unlike Chinese OEMs, Samsung allows users to neither disable the virtual RAM feature nor change the amount of RAM. If a device adds support for RAM Plus, the feature remains turned on permanently. Also, the company only offers an additional 4GB of RAM.

Since virtual RAM uses the handset’s internal storage, users will lose some amount of memory. It would be better if Samsung provided more opinions for RAM Plus like the competition.

Samsung RAM Plus is expected to reach more Galaxy devices via OTA software updates.

What are your thoughts on virtual RAM on Android smartphones? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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