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MediaTek’s next chipset is the Dimensity 1200 and it will best the Snapdragon 865

MediaTek is expected to announce a new chipset later this month, and while official details are scant, leaks have given us an early insight as to what to expect. Now, a fresh leak has provided more info such as the name of the chipset which is said to be called Dimensity 1200, among other details.

MediaTek Dimensity logo

The upcoming processor is a 6nm chipset, a first for the manufacturer. The shift to a smaller node size should definitely bring an increase in performance and efficiency, and that it does according to Digital Chat Station.

The Chinese leaker revealed via a Weibo post that he has seen the specification sheet and from what he saw, it is a more powerful chipset than the Snapdragon 865. The increased performance is said to be (partly) due to having a higher frequency. This should mean that the chipset is clocked higher than the Snapdragon 865 whose clock speed is 2.84GHz.

Dimensity 1200

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The Dimensity 1000+ is clocked at 2.6GHz, and a leak already revealed that the Dimensity 1200 will have its prime A78 core clocked at 3.0GHz It will also have three A78 cores clocked at 2.6GHz, and four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0GHz.

Other details mentioned by the leaker reveal that CPU performance is not the only upgrade MediaTek’s new chipset has got. He also mentioned a better 5G modem and an improved Image Signal Processor (ISP) which should help phones capture better photos than the previous generation chipset.

We expect the Dimensity 1200 to appear in phones from Vivo, OPPO, realme, and iQOO after it is announced. We may even see the chipset power phones from Honor and Huawei.

 

CES 2021: Hisense unveils the TriChroma Laser TV display technology

Chinese tech giant Hisense today (Monday) kicked off its exhibition at CES 2021, the first-ever virtual Consumer Electronics Show, with the unveiling of a new era of TriChroma Laser TV, a state-of-the-art display technology.   This new technology will apply to multiple devices, aiming at reconnecting people, nature, and society in the new normal.Hisense announced its cutting-edge display technology with a transformative product line of TriChroma Laser TV.

Dr. Liu Xianrong, the Chief Scientist of Hisense Laser Display explained in a keynote address that the technology is packaging and controlling separate lasers to get purer colors for display. A 128% improvement is achieved in the original RGB color. TriChroma also attains 20% brightness enhancement at the pixel-level with a 430-nit picture brightness, exceeding that of a regular TV.

With TriChroma laser technology, new TV product lines include various screen sizes, from 75-inch to 100-inch giant screen will eliminate ambient lighting. Since the color gamut coverage reaches up to 151% of the DCI-P3 film color standard, it is almost 50% beyond high-end cinema. Audiences can enjoy a strong sense of presence and a stunning in-cinema viewing experience at home.

The brand promised to release more Laser TV models this year, enriching consumers with more options than ever and projecting a promising market share in 2021.Hisense TriChroma Laser TV

The electronics manufacturer showed its ambition as a leading ecosystem screen builder with various interactive devices for different life scenarios. Three core technology were mentioned at CES to achieve the ecosystem – display technology, artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) technology, and a cloud service.

Living in the new normal requires not only more sanitizers, but also higher standards for remote learning, working, and more. Hisense provides customized solutions for the future. The touch screen can be used for family education. Home fitness screen embedded with customized fitness courses and workout data synchronization gets ready for a healthier work-from-home lifestyle. Hisense also offers more professional options for different industries, including top-level professional broadcast monitors and eco-screen assisted with community services – medical consultation, community facilities management, etc.

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Fossil Gen 5 LTE goes official with the same specs as the regular model

At CES 2021, Fossil has announced its first LTE-enabled Wear OS smartwatch in the form of Fossil Gen 5 LTE. But unfortunately, it only supports Verizon Wireless in the US. Also, this could be the same watch that was recently spotted on FCC and was thought to be Fossil Gen 6.

Fossil Gen 5 LTE Featured

The new Fossil Gen 5 LTE does not bring any new features apart from LTE connectivity. It is powered by the same old Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 chipset paired with 1GB RAM and 8GB internal storage.

It sports a 1.28-inch circular AMOLED display with a resolution of 416 x 416 pixels and 328 ppi. The watch comes with a rotating home button and two additional customizable push buttons. It includes all the necessary sensors such as accelerometer, altimeter, compass, gyroscope, off-body IR, and PPG heart rate sensor.

For connectivity, other than 4G, it also supports WiFi, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, GPS, and NFC. Other features include a loudspeaker, microphone, 5ATM water resistance, and magnetic charging.

As for software, the wearable runs Google Wear OS and is compatible with Android 6.0+ and iOS 12.0+ smartphones. Last but not least, it comes in two colors (Black, Pink) and is priced at $349 ($50 more than the regular model). It is already up for pre-order on Fossil’s official website and will start shipping around January 20.

 

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TCL announces NXTPAPER, TAB 10s tablets and MOVEAUDIO S600 TWS at CES 2021

TCL unveiled the TCL 20 series starting with TCL 20 5G and TCL 20 SE smartphones at CES 2021. At the event, the company also unveiled its TCL NXTPAPER, TAB 10s, and a MOVIEAUDIO S600 TWS.

TCL NXTPAPER, TAB 10s, MoveAudio S600 TWS Price Availability

TCL NXTPAPAER and TAB 10s are the latest addition to the tally of many tablets of TCL. Similarly, it is extending the MOVEAUDIO TWS earbuds with the S600. The sole 4GB + 64GB version of NXTPAPER is priced at €349. It will be available in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Asia Pacific from April of 2021.

However, the TAB 10s comes in Wi-Fi only and 4G LTE variants. It starts at €199 for the Wi-Fi model whereas the 4G LTE version costs from  €249. Unlike NXTPAPER, TAB 10s will be available in North America and China in addition to other regions above.

For the MOVEAUDIO S600 is priced at  €149. TCL says that the Truly Wireless Earbuds will be available starting February 2021. Considering it’s an audio product, you can expect it to launch in multiple markets around the globe.

TCL NXTPAPER Specifications and Features

NXTPAPER tech isn’t new to us. TCL unveiled the next-gen alternative color e-ink display at IFA 2020. However, the company said that it eliminated issues of e-ink displays like reduced pixel density, slow refresh rate etc. That is, it offers a 25% higher contrast than e-ink displays, and also consumers 65% less power than LCD.

TCL NEXTPAPER 01

This highly reflective IPS screen reuses natural light and is a FHD+ display with a 1440×1080 pixels. The NXTPAPER tablet’s display also gets TÜV Rheinland safety and provides less fatigue and strain to the eyes according to TCL.

As for specs, it features a 8.88-inch IPS display, MediaTek MT8768E SoC paired with 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, microSD slot, 8MP rear and 5MP front camera, 5,500mAh battery with 18W charging, IP52 rating, Wi-Fi 5GHz, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.0, and Android 10.

TCL NXTPAPER Tablet
TCL NXTPAPER TABLET

 

TCL TAB 10s Specifications and Features

TCL didn’t stop at the next-gen display tablet. It has launched an LCD affordable TAB 10s as well. The device measures 241 x 158.6 x 9.3 mm and weighs 488 grams. Accordingly, the display is bigger than NXTPAPER at 10.1-inch and has a resolution of 2000x1920p(FHD+).

Under the hood, this tablet is powered by MediaTek MT8768 SoC that also has GE8320 GPU onboard. It has two memory variants- 3GB RAM, 32 GB storage, and 4GB RAM, 64GB storage. For cameras, you get the same 8MP rear and 5MP front sensors.

Other specs include an 8,000mAh battery with 18W charging, MicroSD slot, USB-C and 3.5mm audio jack ports, POGO pin connectors(for Third Party accessories like TCL T-Pen), Parental and Remote Controls, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G network support(only on LTE version), and Android 10.

TCL TAB 10s
TCL TAB 10s

MoveAudio S600 TWS Features

Just like the MOVEAUDIO S200 that launched at the IFA 2020, the S600 also has a stem design. However, it features in-ear earbuds with silicone ear tips. It comes in Black and White color options. As for the design, this is a ubiquitous design of every TWS earbuds that are inspired by Apple’s AirPod Pro.

However, here the earbuds are angled a bit from the stem for better comfort. The charging case is like a hemisphere and has a charging LED indicator upfront. Speaking of which, the earbuds and charging measures 18.2 x 17 x 38.5 mm, and 65 x 54.8 x 28.8 mm respectively.

As for specs, it features a 10mm audio driver unit, Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode(Ambient Mode), Smart Wear detection, Touch Controls for play/pause, hands-free calling, etc. It also supports Google Fast Pair, IP54 rating, and wireless charging.

For battery life, it has 55mAh on the earbuds and 500mAh on the charging case. You can get a max battery life of 7hrs with ANC ON, and 5hrs with ANC OFF. TCL says that a total of 32hrs(with a charging case) is plausible if you don’t use the ANC. Other features include Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth Low-Energy, SBC, and AAC audio codec support.

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Meizu Pop Pro TWS with active noise cancelling goes on sale via Giztop

It’s been just a few hours since the Meizu Pop Pro debuted in China. The new Active noise cancellation headphones offer a lot of improved functions in comparison with the PPOP 2 and POP 2s which was launched in 2020. The TWS earbuds are currently limited in China, but the international fans can get it via Giztop for $99. It would be a nice addition for the Meizu fans who want to get it before anyone else.

Must See: Meizu’s first TWS earbuds with ANC launching this month, smartwatch coming in Q1

However, the Meizu Pop Pro TWS carries a three-microphone intelligent call noise reduction algorithm to suppress the external noise. The ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) algorithm improves the music listening experience and even aids in making noise-free calls. The advanced ANC algorithm is capable to reduce noise up to 35 decibels.

There’s a 10mm diaphragm to process mid-to-high frequency sounds with a blend of bass and treble. The earbuds offer a 20 hours battery life with a charging life – 6.5 hours of normal usage, 4 hours with noise reduction enabled. It is sweat and rainproof and can carry a one-click connection. Meizu Pop Pro TWS comes with Bluetooth 5.0 chip for flawless connectivity.

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Ulefone Winter Sale commences with upto 50% discounts on popular smartphones

Ulefone is a popular Chinese rugged smartphone maker. The company’s Armor series is globally acknowledged smartphone series for its ruggedness and quality. There are several Ulefone smartphones which have garnered excessive sales due to their excellent specifications and pricing. To make pricing more attractive, Ulefone is here with its Winter Sale extravaganza offering massive discounts of upto 50% on various popular models.

Must See: Ulefone is Offering up to 50% off on Aliexpress for Year-End Sale

The sale consists several latest models including Ulefone Armor 10 5G, Armor 9 and Armor 8. There are several other smartphones which the buyers can get at the best prices. Below is the list of devices along with the offer price and other standard details about the product.

Ulefone Armor 10 5G

Ulefone Armor 10 5G is the latest offering from the rugged smartphone maker, It was launched late last year featuring MediaTek Dimensity 800 5G SoC coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The smartphone features a 6.67-inch punch-hole display, 64MP quad-rear camera system and a 16MP front camera. A 5800 mAh battery is present onboard. It even features NFC for wireless payments.

Deal Price – $399

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Ulefone Armor 9

It is predecessor to Armor 10 5G, and is pwoered with Helio P90 AI SoC. Ulefone Armor 9 smartphone carries a 6.3-inch FHD+ waterdrop display, a 6600 mAh battery, a 64MP primary camera. It is available with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The smartphone runs on Android 10 OS. The smartphone features an imaging camera by FLIR.

Deal Price – $407.99

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Ulefone Armor 8

Ulefone Armor 8 houses a MediaTek Helio P60 SoC coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. The device carries a 6.1-inch waterdrop display carrying 19.5:9 aspect ratio. There’s a 16MP triple-rear camera and a 5MP macro lens. Ulefone Armor 8 features a 5580 mAh battery and runs on Android 10 OS.

Deal Price – $145.99

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Ulefone Armor X7 Pro and Armor X5

Are you looking for an entry-level rugged smartphone? Then Armor X7 Pro and Armor X5 can be your favourite choice as it offers true value-for-money. The Armor X7 Pro features a 12nm MediaTek Helio A20 SoC, 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. There’s a 13MP rear camera nd a 5MP front camera. The users houses NFC and runs on Android 10 OS.

Deal Price – $92.49

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On the other hand, Armor X5 is pwoered with MT6762 octa-core processor and carries a 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. There’s a 5.45-inch HD display, a 5000 mAh abttery, NFC and Google Pay, a 13MP dual-camera on board.

Deal Price – $94.99

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There are several other models that are on sale amid the ongoing Winter Sale. The interested users can head over to the Ulefone official store until January 15th.

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The new Xbox Wireless Controller in Pulse Red is a stunner

Microsoft announced a new colorway for the Xbox Series S/X Wireless Controller. The controller which already comes in Carbon Black, Shock Blue, and Robot White now adds a fourth color – Pulse Red – and it is a beauty.

Xbox Wireless Controller – Pulse Red

The controller has a bright red top with black and red buttons and a white underside. The action buttons are black but the markings are red which makes them stand out. The D-Pad and triggers are also black while the joysticks are red. Another button that sticks out is the Xbox button which is red and white.

Just like the other color variants, the triggers and bumpers have a textured dot pattern for better grip. Dynamic Latency Input allows for a more responsive gaming experience.

Xbox Wireless Controller – Pulse Red

The Xbox Wireless Controller can be used with the Xbox Series S and Series X as well as the Xbox One. It can also be connected wirelessly to Windows 10 PCs and Android devices via Bluetooth Low Energy. Microsoft says that the controller remembers multiple devices and allows for quick and seamless switching between previously connected devices. There is also support for USB connection to a PC or your console. There is an audio jack for connecting a headset and you can purchase a rechargeable battery for it if you wish.

The Pulse Red Xbox Wireless Controller will go on sale first in China starting tomorrow and in other countries where the Xbox is sold for $64.99. In select markets, the controller will come with a 2-week free trial for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

 

Samsung showcases two futuristic home robots, also announces JetBot 90 AI+ vacuum cleaner & SmartThings Cooking

Samsung is one of the world’s largest electronics companies. The firm sells a wide variety of products across the world. Like any other tech giant, it has also announced certain cutting-edge home products at the virtual CES 2021 trade show. Let us take a look at a few interesting ones in this article

Samsung Home Robots

Samsung showcased three new home robots at CES 2021. Out of which, one of them will be available for purchase in the first half of this year in the US. Whereas, the other two don’t have any release dates.

Samsung JetBot 90 AI+

This robot is a vacuum cleaner with LiDAR and 3D sensors for location tracking and object recognition. Powered by Intel AI, it uses a digital inverter motor for 30W suction power. It has a self-cleaning brush and automatically returns to the Clean Station, a disposal system with a bag to empty the dust, dirt, and whatever it has collected. This bag needs to be replaced only every two to three months.

The Samsung JetBot 90 AI+ can be controlled via the Samsung SmartThings app. Unlike the below-mentioned robots, this one will go on sale in the US in H1 2021.

Samsung Bot Care

As the name suggests, this robot is designed to be the user’s assistant and companion. It not only learns the user’s schedule, habits and helps them with reminders throughout the day but also has a display for attending video conferences and more. 

Samsung Bot Handy

Just like the previous model, this one’s name reveals its function. This robot can pick up objects of varying sizes, shapes, and weight. Samsung says that it can help the users in doing dishes, laundry, clearing rooms, setting the tablet, and more. The company says that it becomes an extension of the user to help them with work around the house.

SmartThings Cooking 

SmartThings Cooking is a new standalone service available via the SmartThings app. It allows Samsung Family Hub series refrigerator owners to access an automatic meal planner powered by Whisk, a smart food platform acquired by Samsung NEXT in 2019.

This service not only recommends meals for the whole week but also automatically creates shopping lists with the ingredients needed. It even offers an option to connect to grocery retailers like Walmart, Kroger, Instacart, and Amazon Fresh for one-stop shopping.

Talking about the recipe function, it helps users step by step in preparation and even supports sending recipe instructions directly to synced Samsung cooking devices.

 

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LG quietly teases its Rollable Smartphone at CES 2021 (Update: Video)

A few years ago, there were speculations that flexible display which would feature on foldable phones were the next big thing waiting to happen in the industry. Since then, a number of flexible display-packing models have hit the ground running but the technology is still in its infancy. Display maker LG is working on several solutions to fast track the adoption of the technology.  

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2021, LG has teased the much-touted rollable smartphone. Rollable smartphones are gradually becoming a thing and although LG doesn’t have one yet, there have been several leaks surrounding an upcoming foldable from the tech giant.

LG basically used the rollable smartphone seemingly held by someone to project the “virtual” stage at its event with Jin-hong Kim who is the SVP and Head of Global Marketing at LG speaking at the event.

It is just what it is, a teaser, and nothing more. LG didn’t mention anything about the rollable smartphone at the event. That isn’t a surprise, though, as CES is not typically where LG announces its smartphones. LG usually keeps any smartphone announcement at CES to mid-range and entry-level models and not flagships. The company may unveil the rollable smartphone later this year, perhaps at MWC.

LG has a rollable OLED TV that is actually available to buy, so seeing a rollable smartphone is not a big surprise. It’s essentially the same thing but in a smaller package.

This isn’t the first time that we’ve seen a rollable smartphone though. Last year at CES, TCL showed off a rollable smartphone. However, it was a non-working prototype. It basically had a printed screen on it. So you could roll and unroll it, but couldn’t open Twitter and other apps on it. OPPO also showed off a rollable phone last year, which actually worked.

So rollable phones are likely to be the next big thing, in the world of smartphones. And it’s going to be impressive to see how this works.

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TCL 20 5G and TCL 20 SE smartphones announced at CES 2021

The first virtual-event of the CES 2021 has started and TCL, which is popular as a Smart TV brand, begins its year with a bang. The company has launched the successors of the TCL 10 smartphones from last year.

TCL 20 5G, 20 SE Price, Availability

TCL’s new smartphones will comprise of the TCL 20 SE, TCL 20 5G, TCL 20 Pro 5G, TCL 20L, and TCL 20S. Among these, the company is currently launching two devices- TCL 20 5G and TCL 20 SE.

You can get the TCL 20 5G in 6GB + 128GB variant for a price of €299. The device will be available in Europe following which you can expect in other regions in the coming months. The TCL 20 SE, on the other hand, will be an entry-level device retailing at €149. It will be available in Asia Pacific, LATAM later in 2021.

TCL 20 5G, 20 SE Specifications and Features

Talking about the TCL 20 5G first, it has a Glass Build on both sides. Sporting either a Mist Gray or Placid Blue color, the device measures 166.2 x 76.8 x 9.1 mm and weighs 206g. As the name goes, it is the successor to the TCL 10 5G but it sports a mid-range SoC. Besides, it features a 6.67-inch FHD+ LCD display.

Barring the SoC, TCL hasn’t compromised on premium features as the 20:9 punch-hole display supports HDR10. Under the hood, you get the Snapdragon 690 5G SoC. This is paired with Adreno 619L GPU, DDR4x RAM, and UFS 2.1 storage.

For the Triple-cameras, it has a 48MP f/1.8 main, 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide, and a 2MP macro. Upfront, you get an 8MP f/2.0 selfie shooter. Other features include a 4,500mAh battery with 18W charging, USB-C port, 3.5mm audio jack, microSD slot, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, side-mounted fingerprint, and Android 10(11 via OTA).

 

TCL 20 SE is an out-of-nowhere entry-level device from the company. It’s a bit bigger than the TCL 20 but has inferior specs. Measuring 172.08 x 77.14 x 9.1mm and weighing the same as the 206g, TCL would have probably balanced it on the build material.

The device features a 6.82-inch HD+ LCD display with a waterdrop notch. Since it’s taller, it has a 20.5:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, Snapdragon 460 SoC powers the device paired with 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC/128GB UFS 2.1 storage.

As for the optics, it has a quad-camera layout with 48MP f/2.0/16MP f/1.8 main, 5MP wide-angle, and two 2MP sensor. Upfront, there is either a 13MP f/2.2/8MP f/2.0 sensor for selfies. Other features include a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging, rear fingerprint, microSD(up to 256GB), Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, FM Radio, NFC, and Android 11.

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Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus announced with significant upgrades but no 5G

Microsoft announced a new Surface 2-in-1 computer today. While a lot of people expected the new model to arrive as the Surface Pro 8, Microsoft has decided to call it the Surface Pro 7 Plus. Don’t be fooled by the name, this is not a bigger model but there are some really significant upgrades over the Surface Pro 7 from 2019.

Surface Pro 7 Plus featured

The Surface Pro 7 Plus has a similar design to the original, so you get the same 12.3-inch with a 2736 x 1824 resolution and not the thinnest of bezels, same connectivity ports (a single USB-C port, a single USB-A port, a Surface Connect port, and an audio jack). There is an LTE version that has a nano-SIM tray but on the Wi-Fi version, you get a MicroSD card reader.

EDITOR’S PICK: Apple M1-powered MacBook successfully runs Windows 10

Powering the Surface Pro 7 Plus is an Intel 11th-Gen processor. It can be configured up to Core i7, up to 32GB of RAM, and up to 1TB of SSD storage. However, only the Core i5 model has optional LTE. One big upgrade that the Surface Pro 7 Plus boasts of is a removable SSD. Microsoft had to redesign the internals so that the SSD can be easily accessible.

Surface Pro 7 Plus SSD

Battery life has improved from 10 hours on the Surface Pro 7 to 15 hours thanks to the bigger 50.4Wh battery inside it. Robin Seiler, the company’s VP, told The Verge in an interview that they updated the Thermal Design Module to make space for the bigger battery.

If you like the Surface Pro 7 Plus, you may not be able to get it as Microsoft says that it will be made available only for businesses and schools. It will begin shipping on January 15 for a starting price of $899 for the base model that has a Core-i3 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage.

 

Samsung 65W USB-C Charger appears online; Will Galaxy S21 Ultra support it?

Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy S21 series on January 14. Ahead of the event, a 65W Samsung charging brick has appeared online and the Galaxy S21 Ultra might support it.

samsung 65w Charger
Samsung 65w Charger Leak

As posted by Twitter users, @Chunvn888 and @diogofer777(via LetsGoDigital), a Samsung Charger appears in White Color. If you look closely, it has a model number EP-TA865. Recall, a charger with the same model number cleared Korea’s NRRA certification back in September.

The listing designated it as a Travel Adapter suggesting that could be a charging brick. Secondly, it showed Vietnam’s Solum Vina Co Ltd.,  as the manufacturer. Coming back, this charging brick also has both the Vietnam and Model number info confirming it’s that same charger.

 

The images show that the Charger has a maximum output of [email protected]= 65W. Additionally, it has a Type-C in port which means the cable you have to use is a USB-C to USB-C. The image also shows that it’s PD(Power Delivery) and PPS(Programmable Power Supply) certified.

Now, one might wonder how the Galaxy S21 Ultra let alone the entire series will support this charging tech. That’s cos early reports strongly indicate that they will support 45W charging at max. However, if we recall, an early rumor said that Samsung’s upcoming Exynos will be equipped to support charging up to 65W. And the S21 Ultra might get it as an exclusive.

Also, with Samsung excluding the chargers in the box for the S21 Series, this would be a great time to launch an exclusive fast charging adapter. Either way, we will have to wait and see if Samsung unveils this on Thursday or reserves it for the Galaxy Note 21(Tentative).

 

Samsung showcases its next-gen Digital Cockpit for smart cars

Samsung has just unveiled its Digital Cockpit for smart cars. The Digital Cockpit 2021 is powered by Harman’s automotive technology and features several screens both inside and outside the car, enhanced safety capabilities, super-fast 5G connectivity, and an all-around comfortable user experience.Samsung Digital Cockpit 2021

With the release of Digital Cockpit 2021, Samsung is actualizing its desire that connected cars should not be limited to just transportation but to become comfortable living spaces for every user and passenger. The huge dashboard display inside the car is powered by a QLED panel, while an OLED panel controls the center console. The Digital Cockpit also encompasses an outside display (on the front grille) that provides alerts and notifications to pedestrians, and this is powered by a MicroLED panel.Samsung Digital Cockpit 2021

The Digital Cockpit has dedicated media and gaming modes that produce an immersive entertainment experience. A dedicated media mode reveals the full screen on the dashboard and ingresses the steering. When the system is in Gaming Mode, two stereo speakers emerge from the seat’s headrest to offer an immersive audio experience.Samsung Digital Cockpit 2021

In addition, there is a Creator Studio that provides users the option of quickly editing photos and videos while on the move. There is also a large screen on the rear seat which helps users switch between landscape and portrait modes. Passengers in the connected car can also access this screen via their Galaxy smartphones or tablets using Wireless DeX to turn it into a mobile workstation.Samsung Digital Cockpit 2021

The safety system of the Digital Cockpit is a combination of 360-degree cameras and deep learning in ensuring both passenger and pedestrian safety. The four 360-degree cameras outside the car help to recognize nearby vehicles and pedestrians, using a deep learning algorithm to show additional statistics and alerts while the car is moving. The next-gen Digital Cockpit also features Samsung Health, which syncs with the Galaxy Watch to provide important health and emotional fitness data like the driver’s energy, emotional, and stress levels. When the driver seems fatigued, the connected car advises the driver to take a break and have some rest.Samsung Digital Cockpit 2021

When pedestrians are detected in front of the car, they are alerted using speakers and the outside screen. The rear-view mirror’s functionality is carried out by a floating screen on the top of the windshield. The floating screen also displays various driving and weather-related information as well as notifications such as local news and sports scores.

The Digital Cockpit 2021 is powered by Samsung’s latest Exynos Auto V9 processor with 5G connectivity, GPS, and Wi-Fi connectivity. It uses Qualcomm’s 5G modem and beamforming antennas for ultra-fast internet speeds even when the connected car is in high-speed motion.

The hardware can run Android and Linux operating systems simultaneously.
The company however did not provide a timeline of actualization of the Digital Cockpit 2021.

Check out the demo of the Digital Display from the video below.

UP NEXT: Tesla rival NIO offers EV with a record 700km range, raises competition in China

 

After vivo, OPPO could launch a Smartphone with Snapdragon 480 5G SoC soon

vivo recently unveiled the vivo Y31s as the world’s first Snapdragon 480 5G smartphone. Now, its sister OPPO seems to be working on a device with the same SoC. An OPPO smartphone has now appeared on Geekbench and it could be the company’s next affordable 5G device.

An OPPO smartphone with model number PEHT00 appears on the Geekbench database. For starters, this isn’t a new device. A device with the same model number has already cleared China’s 3C certification. It showed that the device had ‘5G support’ and a charging speed up to 18W.

Anyway, the Geekbench shows that the same PEHT00 device runs on a motherboard codenamed ‘holi’. If we recall, this is the codename of the recently launched Snapdragon 480 chipset whose part number is SM4350. This is further confirmed by the code snippet of the Geekbench listing webpage which shows that it has Adreno 619 GPU.

 

The device in testing scores 522 and 1,513 on Single and Multi-core Scores respectively. Apart from this, the Geekbench also reveals that the OPPO’s device runs 8GB RAM, Android 11 OS. In contrast, if you look at the vivo Y31s it has only a single 6GB RAM variant.

That said, we don’t have any other info as to when OPPO will launch it or it’s price and other specs. However, we can guess that OPPO might debut it somewhere inside the A-series considering it has a lower charging support.

And the ‘PE’ in the model number suggests that it will land first in China before making it to the other markets. Either way, let’s hope that more d details of the device gets leaked in the coming days.

 

Apple and Hyundai Motor expected to reach agreement for Apple Car by March

A few days ago, it was confirmed that Hyundai Motor is in talks with Apple for the production of the tech giant’s ambitious project of making its own autonomous driving vehicle, which is currently being referred to as Apple Car.

Now, a new report claims that both the companies — Hyundai Motor and Apple could reach an agreement for the production of the Apple Car by March this year. It also adds that the production could start as soon as 2024.

Apple Logo

Both the companies are hoping to produce around 100,000 vehicles in 2024, claims the report coming via Reuters. Eventually, the plan is to reach the production goal of 400,000 vehicles annually.

Further, it claims that the “beta version” of the Apple Car could go into testing as soon as next year. It’s noteworthy that currently there’s no information available about the specification and features of the Apple Car.

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But, it is being reported that the company is planning to use a new special battery technology for the upcoming Smart Car. It was also reported earlier that a part of the development of components for the car will take place at Hyundai Motors’ facilities in the United States.

The timeline of making commercial cars by 2024 seems aggressive and has already been questioned by many, including notable Apple Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Some reports indicate that it will take around 5-7 years for the Apple Car to go into production.

 

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro’s early listing by Staples reveals images, price & features

Coming on the heels of the expected launch of three flagship smartphones, tech giant Samsung is set for another important announcement of the release of an upgraded pair of TWS earbuds in its first big showcase event of 2021.

The earbuds called Galaxy Buds Pro had been the subject of speculations amid a number of leaks revealing its features from the design to the color options, and other eye-catching features, as well as the projected price of Samsung’s top-notch response to the next-gen AirPods by its competitor.

It would seem that Canada-based retailer, Staples has jumped the gun by preempting Samsung with their release of the full details of the “Samsung Galaxy Attic” on its website, several days ahead of the official launch slated for January 14.

It is yet unclear how Staples got such details about a yet-to-be-launched product from its producer. Staples also confirms three color variants each expected to cost a princely $210 when converted from the Canadian Dollar to the US Dollar, which is a bit lower than the cost of Apple’s flagship AirPods Pro by up to $50, which has been having rave reviews in recent weeks.Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

The new truly wireless earbuds, like their predecessor, the Galaxy Buds Live, support state-of-the-art active noise cancellation technology, with a sleek design reflecting Samsung’s high preference for producing works of art that are a marvel to behold. The audio quality is also expected to be vastly improved because of an 11mm woofer and 6.5mm tweeter masterfully built into each earbud, yielding excellent sounds. However, an important drawback may be that the battery life of both the Galaxy Buds+ and Buds Live is put at a maximum of 5 hours on a single full charge, which seems a downgrading from the battery capacity of earlier models.

A note of caution is however apposite so as to temper your expectations with reality. Staples had stated that the yet-to-be-released “Samsung Galaxy Attic” was both out of stock for delivery and unavailable in physical stores presently till possibly Thursday 14 January. keep an eye on Staples and don’t be shocked if they suddenly pull down the listing.

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Teclast F7 Air laptop launched with Intel N4120 processor and 14-inch HD display for $399

Teclast is a prominent player in the affordable laptop market. Teclast F7 and F7 Plus compete against the Xiaomi Air and other prominent laptop manufacturers. The company unveiled a new ultra-thin laptop – Teclast F7 Air featuring some compelling specifications. It carries Intel N4120 processor, a 14-inch HD display, 8GB LPDDR4 RAM and 356GB SSD at the price of $399. The beautifully crafted laptop is fully laminated and houses a 4.2mm small bezels.

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Teclast F7 Air Laptop features

Design

The highly-portable laptop measures 11.8mm in body thickness and weighs only 1.18KG in size. It is carved out of high-quality 5000 series magnesium aluminium alloy which makes it strong and tough. However, the advanced anodizing colouring technique gives it a beautiful golden brown finish and further adds to its premium design.

Teclast F7 Air is crafted to provide a seamless viewing experience with its bezel-less design. However, the laptop support 180-degree hinge movement for improved usability.

Display

The device carries a 14-inch ultra-thin IPS display which offers 1920 x 1080 full HD resolution and a wide 72% NTSC color gamut. The display provides an impressive viewing experience which is a perfect fit for office and other designing work. It can also be your entertainment box considering the display specifications.

Performance

Teclast A7 Air laptop comes with an Intel Gemini Lake Refresh N4120 processor which is built with 14nm process. The onboard UHD Graphics 600 aids in 4K 10-bit video playback and four-channel video decoding. It can effectively handle graphic-intensive tasks.

The laptop is available with 8GB LPDDR4 RAM and 256GB SSD storage. However, the user can further expand the storage using the microSD slot or Expandable SSD slot.

Teclast’s F7 Air design further enhance the immersive sound of the laptop.  There are 4x independent speakers on top and bottom sides of the laptop. Moreover, it features a dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 4.3 along with WiFi Display support.

The splendid Windows 10 enhances the overall experience by providing excellent features. It comes with a large 4250 mAh battery which can withstand hours upon a single full charge. There are multiple interfaces including a 3.5headphone jack, a card-reader port, DC jack, 1x HDMI mini slot, TF card slot, 2x USB ports, 1x Type c- port.

Pricing

Teclast F7 Air ultra-thin laptop is available for the price of $399 from AliExpress.

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LG’s new 2021 TVs will get Google Stadia and NVIDIA GeForce Now this year

If you are grabbing any of LG’s new 2021 TVs, then you may not need to purchase a gaming console as the manufacturer will be bringing two of the biggest streaming services to the TVs this year.

Stadia featured

According to LG, its TVs will get support for Google Stadia soon after they begin to ship in spring. This means users will be able to connect a gamepad to their TV and play the latest games on Google Stadia. If you prefer NVIDIA’s GeForce Now game streaming service, that too will be coming to the TVs but at a later date.

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It is not yet known if older TVs will get the game streaming services but even if they do, it will be select models. If your TV is not getting it, don’t fret as Stadia will be available on Google TV later this year according to Google, so you can pick up the Google Chromecast with Google TV for just $49.

Google Stadia is currently available on Android, iOS via a web app, and on computers via the Chrome browser. The service costs $9.99 per month but users can also purchase individual games.

GeForce Now is available on Windows PC, Mac OS, NVIDIA Shield, Chromebook, Android, and on iPads and iPhones in beta via the safari web browser. The service costs $4.99 a month. Users can also sync their library of games from Steam.

LG is not the only one getting Stadia on its TVs, The Verge reports that Sony’s new line of TVs will also be getting the service.

 

Xiaomi launches the affordable Mi Smart Clock with Google Assistant in Europe

Last week, Xiaomi officially unveiled the Redmi Note 9T alongside the Redmi 9T for the European market. The company equally unveiled the Mi Smart Clock, a new smart alarm clock having support for Google Assistant.Mi Smart Clock

The Mi Smart Clock packs a decent 3.97-inch color display having a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels. The clock also has a 1.5-inch full frequency speaker with two far-field microphones design to help users interact with the Google Assistant.Mi Smart Clock

Since it is equipped with the features found in a smart speaker, the Mi Smart Clock offers pretty much all of the features that you’d get with the Mi Smart Speaker. However, the display adds several features to the clock that you won’t get in a smart speaker. For example, you can use the Mi Smart Clock to connect with compatible security cameras and access their live feed on the display.

Further, you can also use the Mi Smart Clock as a smart hub to control all of your other smart home devices or as a photo frame to display your cherished memories. In addition, the sleek smart clock comes with a Sunrise alarm feature that gradually increases the display brightness and the alarm sound, which ensures that waking up each morning isn’t a jarring experience.

Mi Smart Clock
Mi Smart Clock

The Mi Smart Clock also lets users stream music from the phone to the alarm clock with ease, thanks to the built-in Chromecast. For connectivity, the smart alarm clock supports 2.4GHz b/g/n WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0 BLE. The Mi Smart Clock packs 1GB of RAM to ensure snappy performance, and it even features 4GB of onboard storage. It’s compatible with Android devices running Android 4.4 or above and iOS devices running iOS 9.0 or above.

Mi Smart Clock

As for the pricing and availability details, the Mi Smart Clock is priced at €49.99 (~$61)and will be available in a single colorway with a white shell. There is no word yet on the availability.

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Lenovo launches OLED version of Yoga Slim 7i Pro laptop at CES 2021

Lenovo’s list of launches at the CES 2021 seems to be never-ending. The company has now refreshed the Yoga Slim 7i Pro with an OLED display at CES 2021.

Back in Q3 last year, Lenovo announced the LCD version of the Yoga Slim 7i Pro. It had the  11th-gen Tiger Lake CPUs that Intel unveiled back in September. This OLED version aims to amp up the contrast, and vibrant colors compared to the LCD variant. Lenovo says that the OLED(Organic LED) display is produced by Samsung Display.

 

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro OLED Display

Talking about the display, the Yoga Slim 7i Pro version gets a 14-inch OLED display. And, just like the LCD counterpart, this one also gets a 2.8K(2880 x 1800) resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. However, it has a Chrominance(Chroma) value amped up by a factor of 1.25. This reportedly means you get higher color frequency and deeper Blacks.

Other features of the OLED display includes a 667 times amplified contrast ratio, 100% DCI-P3, and 125% sRGB color gamut coverage. Additionally, the display also supports HDR, Dolby Vision. If this isn’t enough, Lenovo claims that you can work with this laptop in Direct Sunlight which will also reduce the blue-light emission by 70% compared to LCD.

 

Yoga Slim 7i Pro (OLED) Features

Talking about the design, the laptop measures 12.3x 8.7x 0.7(in) and weighs 1.45kg. It comes in a Single Slate Gray Color option. As for the I/O, you get 2xUSB Type-C™ with Intel’s Thunderbolt 4 support, 1xUSB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1×3.5mm audio/mic jack.

For Specs, you can configure it up to Intel’s 11 Gen i7 CPU which also comes with Intel’s Iris Xe built-in. If you want more, you can always add the external graphics up to NVIDIA GeForce MX450.

Other features include RAM up to 16GB, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 6 certified, IR Camera, Harman Speakers with Dolby Atmos, 61WHr battery, and Intel’s Evo Certification(verification by Q2 2021).

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro (OLED) Pricing, Availability

Lenovo hasn’t precisely shared a launch date or Price for the Yoga Slim 7i Pro OLED yet. However, it says the laptop will be available in AP(Asia-Pacific), Europe, Middle East, and Africa later in 2021.

If we recall, the LCD version debuted at around €799, and hence, we can expect something around the same for the OLED if not lesser. It’s worth noting that Lenovo says the OLED version isn’t available in North America.