Apple was expected to launch its AirPods 2 wireless earphones in October but that didn’t happen. But it seems that the launch of Apple AirPods 2 is now far away as they have reportedly passed through the mandatory Bluetooth SIG certification.
Listing for the new Apple AirPods on the Bluetooth SIG mentions the device using the model numbers A2031 and A2032. Further, the listing also reveals that the next-generation AirPods will come with support for Bluetooth 5.0.
Further, reports related to the device’s trademark filing hints that the upcoming next-generation AirPods will have much more to offer than just audio. There are reports indicated that Apple could introduce health and wellness features in the AirPods 2, including support for heart rate monitoring.
Last year, Apple won a patent for sports-oriented AirPods with biometrics and noise cancellation features. Recently, the company renewed trademark filings from Hong Kong and Europe indicating that Apple is updating the AirPods classifications to specifically include aspects like ‘wellness sensors’ and more.
The specific notion for the “‘General wellness instruments” under trademark filing for the new AirPods mentions following:
CLASS 10: GENERAL WELLNESS INSTRUMENTS, NAMELY, HEALTH, FITNESS, EXERCISE, AND WELLNESS SENSORS, MONITORS, SPEAKERS AND DISPLAYS FOR MEASURING, DISPLAYING, TRACKING, REPORTING, MONITORING, STORING, AND TRANSMITTING BIOMETRIC DATA, HEART RATE, BODY MOVEMENT, AND CALORIES BURNED.
According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple AirPods could come with support for hands-free Siri access that allows buyers to easily summon the AI-driven virtual assistant. It could also come with the much demanded water resistance support. Some rumors indicate that Apple could also launch an optional wireless charging case for the AirPods that would be compatible with Apple AirPower charging mat.
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Further, the upcoming Apple AirPods 2 is expected to come with improved battery backup, better range of operation, and improved audio quality. Rumours indicate that the new AirPods will be announced alongside the StudioPods, a premium over-the-ear headphones.
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On the downside, the Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone didn’t appeal to cost-conscious buyers as it carries a steep price tag. In a bid to make their well-received phone available to the cost-conscious buyers, the Chinese tech company is now offering it at a reduced price on Giztop.
Moreover, it packs a powerful Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 processor along with an Adreno 509 graphics processing unit, under the hood. The aforesaid discount is valid for the 3GB RAM+32GB ROM version. You can expand the onboard storage up to 256GB by using a microSD card (sold separately).
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While the Mate 10 would normally set you back $599 on online and offline stores, you can now buy it at a heavily discounted price of just $399 on Giztop. In other words, you can save a considerable $200 on this feature-rich phone’s original selling price.
The Mate 10 Pro runs on EMUI 8.0-based Android 8.0 Oreo OS and is backed by a robust 4000mAh battery which comes with Ultra Power Saving mode. Furthermore, it houses 20.0MP+12.0MP rear cameras with Leica Certification and an 8.0MP front shooter.
Launched in May this year under the caring wing of Huawei, the Honor 10 is quite an irresistible phablet that you can now buy at a considerably lowered price on GearBest. While a feature-rich phablet would normally set you back a pretty penny, the Honor 10 has gone up for sale bearing a dropped price of just $369.99.
You get 4GB of RAM with the Honor 10 phablet that also offers 128GB of non-expandable onboard storage for saving your favorite content. Furthermore, the phablet houses a 16.0MP+20.0MP dual camera module on the back and a 24.0MP front shooter with Face Beauty, Face Detection, and Panorama Shot for selfies.
Lenovo took the wraps off the Watch X smartwatch during the mid-range Lenovo Z5 smartphone launch earlier this year. If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on this feature-laden smartwatch from Lenovo without breaking the bank, you’ve come to the right place.
An absolute bargain at this price, the Lenovo Watch X sports an easily readable OLED screen that gives you a clear view of the recorded readings in real time. It is housed in a sturdy chassis that’s made using medical grade 316L Stainless Steel, adding anti-erosion and wear-resistant features to the coveted smartwatch. You can go for a Milanese watch strap or buy the leather variant of the watch.
In terms of connectivity, Watch X features Bluetooth 5.0 LE. Moreover, the watch is capable of withstanding water up to 80 meters. The Lenovo-branded watch draws its juices from a 600mAh battery, which according to the company can last about 45 days on standby mode.
The Watch X comes with a slew of useful features including a geomagnetic sensor, a pneumatic temperature sensor that helps to keep a track of physical condition and movement status. Aside from that, the device boasts a built-in heart rate sensor and has a 6-axis sensor (G-sensor/gyroscope) as well.
