An image of what appears to be a retail box for the unreleased AMDRyzen 7 9700X processor has surfaced online. This CPU is part of AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 9000 series, rumored to be available for pre-order by the end of July according to retailer B&H. Reddit user u/ElectricalEmployer22 purchased the unlisted processor from a dealer, and leaks revealed some details about the new series.
Pricing is expected to be similar to the current Ryzen 7000 series
The Ryzen 9000 series will be built on AMD’s latest Zen 5 architecture. While the new processors will require a new AM5 motherboard, most major manufacturers are expected to have compatible options available at launch, likely requiring a BIOS update. Pricing is expected to be similar to the current Ryzen 7000 series, ranging from $299 to $699.
In terms of performance, the Ryzen 9000 series boasts up to 16 cores and 32 threads, with continued support for SMT (simultaneous multithreading). AMD also claims a significant 16% improvement in IPC (instructions per clock) compared to the previous Zen 3 architecture.
The leaked information mentions four specific Ryzen 9000 CPUs:
It’s important to keep in mind that this information is based on leaks and speculation. We’ll need to wait for AMD’s official announcement to confirm details on pricing, specifications, and availability.
Oppo launched the Watch X smartwatch earlier this year with a price tag of around $300. Today the company launched an Ideal Auto Custom Edition of the Watch X. So let’s take a look at the changes.
Oppo Watch X Ideal Auto Custom Edition
This watch uses the same elephant gray strap as the Ideal MEGA. It also offers a customized buckle with the Ideal LOGO, with an exclusive star ring dial (optional green/black/Baby Blue and other colors). In addition to all of that, the power on-off animation is also customized by Ideal.
The Ideal Auto app comes pre-installed with this watch, which lets you remotely adjust the car windows and air conditioning. The watch features a shortcut key in the lower right corner that allows users to open an app with a single click. It also supports smart car key functionality, enabling the watch to unlock and lock the car as you approach or leave it.
The Oppo Watch X Ideal Auto Custom Edition is equipped with a sapphire crystal mirror and an integrated stainless steel case. The drop resistance is reportedly improved by 4 times. It boasts the Snapdragon W5 wearable chipset. With eSIM support, the watch can send and receive calls and text messages independently without a smartphone. You can also use the WeChat Watch version with this product.
Speaking of battery life, the watch can last up to 4 days in “full intelligent mode” and up to 12 days in “light intelligent mode”. This product supports 8-channel heart rate and 16-channel blood oxygen among some other health-tracking features.
Pricing and availability:
The Oppo Watch X Ideal Auto Custom Edition is currently listed on the Ideal Mall App and is priced at 2,299 yuan, which is equivalent to $320. The product is also available on JD.com for the same price. Notably, the OPPO Watch X was released at the same starting price.
Foxconn, Apple’s main supplier, is ramping up its hiring efforts to prepare for the highly anticipated launch of the AI-compatible iPhone 16 this autumn. Apple expects high demand for the iPhone 16 due to its new AI features and aims to meet these projections.
Foxconn is offering attractive hourly wages and bonuses to attract workers. In Zhengzhou, the hourly rate is 25 yuan (US$3.44), and returning workers can earn bonuses of up to 7,500 yuan. This is an increase from the 6,000 yuan bonus offered just a month ago. Local labor agencies promote these high-paying jobs for temporary and returning employees.
In Shenzhen, Foxconn is also boosting its workforce. Temporary workers are being offered an hourly wage of 21-22 yuan, while returning permanent workers can earn up to 6,000 yuan monthly for the first three months, with potential pay rises for longer stays.
iPhone 16 Features and Expectations
The new iPhone 16 is expected to feature advanced AI capabilities through the Apple Intelligence platform, which was announced at the WWDC in June. This innovation is likely to drive a wave of device upgrades among consumers. Apple aims to ship at least 90 million iPhone 16 units in the second half of the year, targeting a 10% growth compared to the previous generation.
Apple, which led smartphone sales in mainland China in Q4 last year, is currently ranked third behind Vivo and Honor. Despite experiencing a 19.1% sales drop in Q1, Apple saw a 2.7% year-on-year sales increase during the midyear online shopping season, thanks to substantial discounts.
During the 618 e-commerce promotion (May 20 – June 20), overall smartphone sales in China increased by 6.8% year-on-year. Huawei saw a significant 42.4% year-on-year sales increase, while Apple’s sales grew by 2.7% due to discounts of up to CNY 2,350 (US$326).
Foxconn’s intensified hiring efforts are crucial as they gear up for the iPhone 16 launch. With new AI features expected to drive consumer interest, Apple is poised to maintain its competitive edge in the market and meet its ambitious sales targets for 2024.
Alongside the launch of the Honor Magic Vs 3, the brand also unveiled the Magic V3 foldable phone. This is the more premium model among the two new devices. It packs premium flagship-level specifications and undercuts the recently released Samsung Galaxy Fold 6 by a big margin. The Magic V3 arrives as the successor to the last year’s Magic V2 which was crowned the world’s slimmest horizontal folding phone. Yet with the latest offering, the brand isn’t stopping as it has made the device more lighter and thinner. Read on to know everything below.
Honor Magic V3 specifications
Honor has beaten itself again by making the Magic V3 lighter than its predecessor. It measures 9.2mm (without including the camera bump) when folded and 4.35mm when opened. The weight has been trimmed to 226 grams only. The reduction in dimensions is quite commendable and puts the foldable phone on par with many slab phones. The brand claims that the device’s hinge is the thinnest to date measuring 2.84mm. It is rated to last 500,000 fold cycle.
The Honor Magic V3 comes with an octagonal-shaped protruding camera island on the back panel. The power button doubles up as an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. It also has a 7-series aluminum alloy frame. The device is IPX8-certified, making it water-resistant up to 2.5 meters.
Coming to the display, the Honor Magic V3 has a 6.43-inch main screen with curved edges offering an FHD+ resolution, Internally, there is a 7.92-inch display bearing a resolution of 2,344 x 2,156 pixels. Both screens feature a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, and support stylus. Honor says that the device offers 5,000 nits peak brightness but it’s unclear whether this figure applies for both screens.
In the photography department, the Honor Magic V3 sports a triple rear camera setup. It consists of a 50MP 1/1.56-inch main sensor with OIS, a 40MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto unit with support for 100x digital zoom and OIS. The device comes with a 20MP sensor housed inside the internal and external screens for selfies and video calling. Honor says that the Harcourt portrait mode will be rolled out in August.
Under the hood, the Honor Magic V3 is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. It packs up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. The brand has also incorporated a titanium heat dissipation system internally despite a slim profile. The foldable phone is backed by a 5,150mAh battery unit with support for 66W wired and 50W wireless charging. Software-wise, it runs on MagicOS 8 with various AI features, smart private call, parallel space, and more
The Honor Magic V3 also packs two-way satellite communication that lets you send texts over satellite when there is no cellular network. It also has an RF enhancement chip for boosting the network and a security chipset onboard.
The Honor Magic V3 carries a starting price tag of CNY 8,999 ($1,240) for the 12 + 256GB model. The 16GB + 512GB and 16GB + 1TB configuration cost CNY 9,999 ($1,380) and CNY 10,999 ($1,516) respectively. The device is offered in Silk Road Dunhuang (brown), Qilian Snow (white), Tundra Green, and Velvet Black colors. The foldable phone is expected to arrive in international markets just like its predecessor.
Xiaomi recently unveiled the Redmi 13 5G as an affordable mid-range 5G phone in India. Now, the HyperOS phone has officially gone on sale in the region. So here are all the details, like its specs, pricing, availability, and launch offers.
Redmi 13 First Sale: Pricing & Offers
The Chinese tech giant’s Redmi 13 5G has been officially announced in two storage configurations and multiple color options. You can get your hands on this device in a Black Diamond, Orchid Pink, and Hawaiian Blue. It has a starting price tag of 13,999 INR for the 6GB + 128GB variant, while the 8GB + 128GB option costs 15,999 INR. The company is offering a 1,000 INR discount on checkout for the 6GB version, and a 1,000 INR discount to ICICI and SBI credit card holders for the 8GB model. Redmi 13 is on sale via Amazon, Mi.com, and Xiaomi Retail stores.
Specifications
The brand’s new mid range phone sports a tall 6.79-inch LCD panel that offers FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a center-aligned punch hole cutout on the front with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Under the hood, Xiaomi has equipped the Redmi 13 with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE SoC (Accelerated Edition). For optics, you get a 108-megapixel primary camera with a 2-megapixel macro shooter on the rear, while the front houses as 13-megapixel lens for selfies and video calls.
A large 5,030mAh battery pack powers this smartphone, which supports 33W wired fast charging. Other notable features include an IP53 rating for water and dust resistance, a microSD card slot for storage expansion of up to 1TB, Bluetooth 5.1, WiFi 6, a 3.5mm headphone hack, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security, and an Android 14 OS based HyperOS custom skin out of the box.
Xiaomi 14 Civi was launched recently, focusing primarily on cameras. It’s a flagship smartphone from the Chinese brand powered by a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip.
With the Xiaomi 14 Civi, the brand aims to capture the sub-Rs 50,000 category. No doubt, it’s a good smartphone at the price point. However, there are some great alternatives to this phone from other brands with comparable or better specs.
If you’re thinking of buying the Xiaomi 14 Civi, take a look at these alternatives to make a better purchase decision.
3,900 mAh battery 25W wired 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
OS
Android 13
Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
The Galaxy S23 is an excellent alternative to the Xiaomi 14 Civi smartphone. It packs a more powerful chip and an excellent set of cameras.
The Galaxy device has a 6.1 inches, slightly shorter than the Xiaomi 14 Civi’s 6.55-inch screen. Both are AMOLED screens with 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. Notably, the Xiaomi phone has a peak brightness of 3000 nits, while it’s only 1750 nits on the Galaxy S23 Ultra. So, the content would look better on the Xiaomi device outdoors.
The Xiaomi 14 Civi has a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, whereas the Galaxy S23 5G has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Both are high-performance flagship chipsets that can smoothly handle processing needs for most people. They have comparable CPU performance. However, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has better GPU performance. So, naturally, you can expect better gaming performance on the Galaxy S23.
The Xiaomi 14 Civi has a large circular camera module on the rear side that houses three sensors and an LED flash. The Galaxy S23 also has three camera sensors on the back, but are arranged vertically. It includes a 50MP primary sensor (OIS, f/1.8 aperture, 1/1.56″ sensor size), a 10MP telephoto lens (OIS, f/2.4 aperture, 1/3.94″ sensor size, 3x optical zoom), and a 12MP ultrawide lens (f/2.2 aperture, 1/2.55″ sensor size, 120˚ field-of-view).
For selfies and video calls, there’s a 12MP sensor.
The Galaxy S23 5G can record 8K videos at multiple frame rates, which the Xiaomi 14 Civi can’t. The Xiaomi phone only supports up to 4K recording.
The Galaxy S23 has a 3,900 mAh battery and supports 25W fast charging. Xiaomi 14 Civi, on the other hand, has a 4,700 mAh battery and supports 67W fast charging. Here, the Samsung phone is clearly behind the Xiaomi 14 Civi.
Both smartphones support USB Type-C, although the Samsung phone has a newer generation of USB-C support. This means faster data transfer on the Galaxy S23 compared to the Xiaomi 14 Civi.
2. OnePlus 11
OnePlus 11
Display
6.7″ LTPO Fluid AMOLED 1440 x 3216 px resolution 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
OnePlus 11 was released last year, though it’s still a great alternative to many flagship phones launched this year, including the Xiaomi 14 Civi.
The smartphone has a slightly bigger screen and more pixels per inch (PPI) than the Xiaomi 14 Civi. Both smartphones support HDR10+ and 120Hz refresh rate, although the Xiaomi phone has more colours and higher peak brightness.
At the core of the OnePlus 11 is the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which is less powerful than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (in the Xiaomi 14 Civi), specifically the GPU performance. As a result, the OnePlus 11 handles gaming better than the Xiaomi 14 Civi.
Notably, the 128GB version of the OnePlus 11 supports UFS 3.1, but higher models support UFS 4.0. So, if you care too much about the performance, consider UFS 4.0.
The camera arrangement on the OnePlus 11 is similar to the Xiaomi 14 Civi, although it blends with the frame on the OnePlus 11. The OnePlus phone has a 50MP primary sensor (OIS, f/1.8 aperture, 1/1.56″ sensor), a 32MP telephoto lens (f/2.0 aperture, 1/2.74″ sensor, 2x optical zoom), and a 48MP ultrawide shooter (f/2.2 aperture, 1/2.0″ sensor, 115˚ field-of-view).
The rear camera setup on the OnePlus 11 has Hasselblad colour tuning. The device can record up to 8K videos, while the Xiaomi 14 Civi can record up to 4K videos. For selfies, there’s a 16MP sensor on the front.
The OnePlus 11 packs a 5,000 mAh battery and supports 100W fast charging. According to the brand, it only takes 10 minutes to reach 50% and 25 minutes to 100%. In comparison, the Xiaomi 14 Civi has a lesser battery capacity and supports 67W fast charging only.
Vivo X80 looks strong on the spec sheet and has a similar pricing as that of the Xiaomi 14 Civi. The smartphone has a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate support and 1500 nits of peak brightness (half of the peak brightness on Xiaomi 14 Civi).
The Vivo phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chip, whereas the Xiaomi 14 Civi has a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. Both are octa-core chips fabricated on a TSMC’s 4 nm process node and look similar on benchmarks.
The giant rear camera module on the Vivo X80 includes a 50MP primary sensor (OIS, f/1.8 aperture, 1/1.49″ sensor), a 12MP telephoto lens (f/2.0 aperture, 1/2.93″ sensor, 2x optical zoom), and a 12MP ultrawide lens (f/2.0 aperture, 1/2.93″ sensor).
The Vivo X80 can record up to 4K videos using its rear cameras and 1080p videos using the 32MP selfie camera. It is backed by a 4,500 mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging. The battery capacity is slightly lesser on the Vivo X80 but the charging speed is higher compared to the Xiaomi 14 Civi.
4. OnePlus 12R
OnePlus 12R
Display
6.78″ LTPO4.0 AMOLED ProXDR 1264 x 2780 px resolution 120Hz, HDR10+, 4500 nits (peak) Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
OnePlus 12R is another smartphone that is a good alternative to the Xiaomi 14 Civi.
The OnePlus phone features a 6.78-inch screen, which is slightly taller than Xiaomi 14 Civi. It’s an LTPO4 AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. While other phones in this list have a lower peak brightness than the Xiaomi 14 Civi, this one has a much higher value of 4500 nits.
Like the Galaxy S23 and OnePlus 11, the 12R is also powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It has a better performance than the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 inside the Xiaomi 14 Civi, especially when it comes to gaming.
The rear camera setup on the OnePlus 12R includes a 50MP primary sensor (OIS, f/1.8 aperture, 1/1.56″ sensor), an 8MP ultrawide lens (f/2.2 aperture, 1/4.0″ sensor, 112˚ field-of-view), and a 2MP macro lens (f/2.4 aperture). It can record up to 4K videos, whereas the 16MP selfie camera can record up to 1080p videos.
OnePlus 12R has a massive 5,500 mAh battery (vs. 4,700 mAh on Xiaomi 14 Civi) and supports 100W fast charging.
The cameras may not be as good as Xiaomi 14 Civi, but the OnePlus 12R definitely has a better display, battery life, and a high-performance chip.
Which one do you think is the best alternative to Xiaomi 14 Civi? Let me know your thoughts in the comment section below.
Honor has officially launched its newest addition to the MagicBook series, the Honor MagicBook Art 14, at a press conference today. This ultra-thin AI PC boasts a sleek design and impressive features, targeting users who prioritize portability and performance. Let’s walk through its details here.
Honor MagicBook Art 14 Specifications
Design is the key focus of this laptop, as you can tell by the name. Honor has constructed the MagicBook Art 14 with aerospace-grade materials, making it incredibly lightweight at 1.03kg (2.27 lbs) and only 1cm thick.
Despite its slim profile, it packs a 60Wh battery that can offer up to 9.5 hours of battery life on a single charge. Surprisingly, Honor hasn’t skimped on I/O options either —the laptop includes a comprehensive set of ports such as Thunderbolt 4, full-function USB-C, USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The centerpiece of the laptop is a 14-inch OLED touchscreen display with a 3.1K resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. The screen has a peak brightness of 700 nits and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut for accurate color reproduction.
Most notable of all, Honor MagicBook Art 14 is the world’s first laptop to feature 4320Hz ultra-high frequency PWM dimming technology to minimize screen flickering and eye strain.
Performance-wise, you can choose between two processor options: Intel Core Ultra 5 and Core Ultra 7. And despite being an ultrabook, Honor has managed to include dual fans for heat dissipation. The memory option includes up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
The company is also offering a suite of AI features with the MagicBook Art 14. These include AI smart search, AI knowledge Q&A, AI document summary, and AI-powered audio and video features like scene recognition, sound object separation, background noise elimination, and two-way noise reduction.
The MagicBook Art 14 prioritizes user privacy with a “Smart Eye” magnetic camera, allowing users to physically cover the camera when not in use for added security. On the audio front, the laptop features six professional-grade speakers coupled with Honor’s self-developed spatial audio algorithms.
Price and Availability
The MagicBook Art 14 comes in two color options: Sunrise Impression and Summer Olive. The price starts at 7,999 yuan ($1,105) for the variant with an Intel Core Ultra 5 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. There’s also a 32GB memory variant of the same configuration, which costs 8,499 yuan ($1,170).
The Core Ultra 7 model is available in a single 32GB/1TB configuration for 9,499 yuan (~$1,310). You can purchase the laptop from Honor’s official site in China.
New information has surfaced regarding the upcoming Garmin Fenix E and Fenix 8 smartwatches, successors to the Fenix 7 series. These details come courtesy of leaks discovered by the publication Fitness Tracker Test (FTT) on authorized Garmin dealer websites.
Previously, a Finnish retailer, Multitronic, listed the Fenix 8 with a release window in September 2024. While we didn’t get a peek at the smartwatch design, the listing did reveal some specifications like size and colors.
The latest leak, from an Icelandic retailer, corroborates the September release timeframe and sheds light on design and display upgrades for the upcoming smartwatch.
The listing reveals that the Fenix 8 will come in a 43mm size at the smallest compared to the 42mm size of the Fenix 7s. But the most notable change could be in terms of display. The leak reveals that instead of the customary Memory In Pixel (MIP) displays, the Fenix 8 might adopt AMOLED technology.
While AMOLED displays will offer richer colors and deeper blacks, MIP displays are known for their excellent battery life. So it remains to be seen if the Fenix 8 can maintain similar endurance as the Fenix 7s on a single charge.
The Icelandic retailer listing also hints at a potential name change for the smaller-sized Fenix model. Traditionally, the smaller variant was designated “Fenix 7s”. The leak suggests Garmin might simply call it “Fenix 8” for the next generation, dropping the “s” moniker altogether.
Meanwhile, FTT speculates that the Fenix E will retain MIP displays, acting as a more direct successor to the Fenix 7 series in terms of screen technology.
While these leaks offer valuable insights, it’s important to remember that official confirmation from Garmin is still pending. We are expecting an official announcement revealing the final specifications, pricing, and release date sometime in late August or early September.
Honor unveiled a bunch of highly anticipated gadgets in China today (12th July 2024). The Chinese brand unveiled its latest generation of foldable smartphones like the Magic Vs3. Now, here’s everything you need to know about its new premium tablet, the MagicPad 2.
Honor MagicPad 2 Specs
The company’s MagicPad 2 sports a tall 12.3-inch OLED display that offers 3000 x 1920 pixel resolution, up to 144Hz refresh rate, and 1600 nits of peak brightness. Under the hood, it is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC, which is paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage. The MagicPad 2 runs on the Android 14 OS based MagicOS 8.0.1 custom skin out of the box.
Honor MagicPad 2
It is worth noting that Honor’s new tablet only offers WiFi connectivity despite technically supporting 5G networking. So there’s a chance that a 5G enabled model will launch later on. The company has packed the MagicPad 2 with various AI features like voiceprint noise reduction, Cloud AI Big Model, and multi person conference voice to text conversion.
A massive 10,050mAh battery pack powers this tablet, which supports 66W wired fast charging. Despite such beefy specs, Honor has managed to pack the specs of the MagicPad 2 in an ultra slim 5.8mm body. For optics, you get a 13-megapixel camera on the rear, while the front houses a 9-megapixel selfie shooter. Other notable features include Bluetooth 5.3, three microphones, and spatial sound with an eight speaker crossover combination, and Honor Magic Pencil 3 support (sold separately).
Pricing and Availability
Pre-orders of the Honor MagicPad 2 will start on 19th July 2024. It is available in three color options, namely Moon Shadow White, Starry Black, and Sky Blue. Buyers can get the MagicPad 2 in four storage configurations, so here are their prices:
OnePlus has released the new 12R in a brand new color option in India. The OnePlus 12R was previously released in a Cool Blue and an Iron Gray variant. Now, the OnePlus 12R is available in a shiny Sunset Dune edition in the region.
OnePlus 12R Sunset Edition Price
The Chinese smartphone maker has released the Sunset Edition in a lone 8GB + 256GB option. It has a price tag of 42,999 INR (roughly 515 US Dollars) with its first sale set to kick off on 20th July 2024 during the Amazon Prime Day Sale. There is also a special launch offer with an instant 3,000 INR bank discount for ICICI and OneCard Credit cards and EMI transitions. Buyers can also get a free pair of OnePlus Buds 3 with the new OnePlus 12R Sunset Dune.
OnePlus 12R Sunset Dune Edition
OnePlus 12R Sunset Dune Edition Specs
A large 5,500mAh battery pack powers the OnePlus 12R, which supports 100W wired fast charging. In just 26 minutes, the device can charge from 1 to 100 percent. Other notable features include stereo speakers, Bluetooth 5.3, an Aluminum frame, an IP64 rating for water and dust resistance, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Android 14 OS based Oxygen OS 14 custom skin out of the box, and up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness.
Apart from the new hue, which blends soft gold and light pink, the Sunset Dune edition packs identical specs as the other two options. So, it also sports a tall 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution, and HDR10+ support. Under the hood, the smartphone is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. For optics, you get a 50-megapixel triple camera setup on the back, while the front houses a 16-megapixel selfie shooter.
The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S10 magnetic planar wireless earphones have been released in China. The new Edifier audio device is equipped with a Qualcomm QCC5181 chip and a 12mm diameter planar unit. It uses EqualMass patented wiring technology and comes in a catchy black design.
The STAX Spirit S10 has a flat diaphragm with a thickness of approximately 10 micrometers. It has an integrated flat speaker unit with the specified 12mm diameter. The design, according to Edifier, delivers a wide sound range, efficient energy conversion, and fast response. One of the highlights of the STAX SPIRIT S10 is its second-generation Qualcomm QCC5181 chip platform. The chip comes with improvements in sound quality, calls, and noise reduction above its predecessor chip, the QC5151. The model supports Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity and adaptive active noise reduction.
The STAX SPIRIT S10 has the Hi-Res Gold Lable certification and supports high-definition codecs including LDAC, LHDC 5.0, aptX Adaptive, and up to 96kHz @ 24bit format. Three microphones are features in the headphone and it supports Qualcomm aptX Voice 3-microphone calls. It has a built-in echo cancellation and noise suppression (ECNS) mechanism. The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S10 is compatible with the Edifier Connect mobile application and supports several functions like switching EQ sound effects, finding the headphones, and customizing the pinch function. You can also use the app to adjust the prompt tone volume, change the headphone name, and set the shutdown time.
The model features a gaming mode with a delay of about 0.089 seconds and supports fast charging. The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S10 has a battery life of 28 hours which can be rapidly recharged. The product is currently available for purchase from retail platforms in China including JD.com. The retail price of the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S10 is 1,999 yuan ($275).
The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S10 is now available for global buyers on Geekwills.
Oppo today launched the Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro in India, the latest additions to its popular Reno series. Both phones are 5G-enabled and focus on features like advanced AI capabilities and sleek design. Let’s walk through its specifications and pricing details here.
Oppo Reno 12 and Reno 12 Price in India and Availability
The Reno 12 5G is priced at Rs 32,999 for the sole 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. It will be available from Oppo’s website, Flipkart, and other retail stores starting July 25th in Sunset Peach, Matte Brown, and Astro Silver colors.
The Reno 12 Pro starts at Rs 36,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, with a 12GB RAM and 512GB storage option priced at Rs 40,999. The Pro model is going on sale early from July 18 through Oppo’s website, Flipkart, and other retail stores. You can purchase it in Space Brown and Sunset Gold colors.
Additionally, Oppo is offering launch discounts, including up to Rs 4,000 instant cashback and 9-month no-cost EMI options.
Specifications
Both phones share a large 6.7-inch OLED FHD+ curved Infinite View Display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ support, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects the display on the Pro model vs Gorilla Glass 7i on the vanilla.
For durability, the series includes All-Round Armour protection, enhancing resistance to drops and impacts. The High-Strength Alloy Framework, made from metals like copper, magnesium, and silicon, provides a sturdy and corrosion-resistant build that meets aerospace quality standards. Both devices have an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance.
Under the hood, the Reno 12 phones house a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7300- Energy processor with Mali-G615 MC2 GPU. The software is Android 14 with ColorOS 14 on top and Oppo has promised three years of platform and four years of security updates for both the Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro.
The camera system is a highlight of both phones. The Reno 12 Pro features a triple-lens rear setup with a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide sensor, and a 50MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom and up to 20x digital zoom.
The Reno 12 has a similar setup but replaces the Pro’s telephoto camera with a 2MP macro camera for shots as close as 4cm. The front cameras also differ, with the Reno 12 featuring a 32MP lens and the 12 Pro equipped with a 50MP sensor.
Oppo has also included various AI-powered camera features. There’s AI Eraser 2.0 allows for the removal of unwanted objects from photos, while AI Clear Face enhances group shots and AI Best Face automatically fixes closed eyes. Additional features include AI Smart Image Matting 2.0 for creative photo editing and AI Studio for adding backgrounds and creating unique group shots.
Both phones have a 5000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging for rapid charging times. Other features include dual speakers, an IR blaster, and an in-display fingerprint scanner.
Microsoft has finally announced the 7th Edition Surface and 11th Edition Surface Pro laptops in the Indian market. These laptops feature Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors and offer Copilot+ support as well. The latest Surface series was first announced back in May, and it’s now arriving in India.
The Surface Pro (2024) is the latest top end laptop from the American tech giant. It packs a 2-in-1 design since its Surface Pro Flex Keyboard is detachable. There is also a customizable haptic touchpad and integrated pen storage. The laptop is equipped with either the Snapdragon X Elite or Snapdragon X Plus with Qualcomm Hexagon NPU. The company claims that the 11th Edition Surface Pro is 90 percent faster than the Surface Pro 9.
These processors are paired with up to 32GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 1TB of removable Gen 4 SSD storage. Connectivity options include two USB 4 ports (supports up to three external 4K displays), WiFi 7, optional 5G support, and Bluetooth 5.4. The front sports a 13-inch display, which can be upgraded to an OLED panel with HDR support. It runs on the Windows 11 Home operating system out of the box.
Buyers also get a 10-megapixel camera on the back, while the front houses a quad HD front camera with AI effects. For audio, you get 2W stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support. A 39W power supply powers this device, although the Surface Pro supports up to 65W charging. Microsoft has made the notebook using 72 percent recycled materials and replaceable components.
2. Microsoft Surface 7th Edition
Microsoft’s Surface 7th Edition laptop arrives with a 13.8-inch or 15-inch PixelSense touchscreen display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision IQ, and Adaptive Color technology. Under the hood, these devices are equipped with the Snapdragon X Elite or Snapdragon X Plus chips along with the Qualcomm Hexagon NPU. On a single full charge, the brand claims that the laptop can last for up to 22 hours on the 15-inch variant and up to 20 hours on the 13.8-inch option.
It also supports up to three external 4K displays like the Surface Pro. The processor is paired with up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of removable Gen 4 SSD storage. The smaller 13.8-inch variant has a 39W adapter and the 15-inch option costs a 65W adapter. On the front, you get a Full HD Surface Studio Camera with AI effects. There is also an Omnisonic Speakers and Dolby Atmos.
3. Pricing and Availability
Both of these variants support the Copilot+ PC features with a dedicated key on their keyboards. Pre-orders for the new Surface laptops are already live through retailers like Amazon, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, and Croma. The two notebooks are available in multiple configurations, so here’s a short list:
Surface Pro 11th Edition
Snapdragon X Plus (16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): 116,999 INR
Snapdragon X Plus (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): 134,999 INR
Snapdragon X Elite (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, OLED): 165,999 INR
Snapdragon X Elite (16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, OLED): 185,999 INR
Snapdragon X Elite (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, OLED): 237,999 INR
Surface Laptop 7th Edition – 13.8″
Snapdragon X Plus (16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): 1,16,999 INR
Snapdragon X Plus (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): 1,34,999 INR
Snapdragon X Elite (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): 1,54,999 INR
Snapdragon X Elite (16GB RAM, 1TB SSD): 1,75,999 INR
Snapdragon X Elite (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD): 2,07,999 INR
Surface Laptop 7th Edition – 15″
Snapdragon X Elite (16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): 1,42,999 INR
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At an event held in China today, Honor took the wraps off of its two foldable phones – the Magic Vs 3 and Magic V3. They arrive as the successor to the last year’s Magic Vs2 and Magic V2. Both devices come with a new design and significantly upgraded specifications compared to their predecessor. They compete against the recently launched Galaxy Z Fold 6, OnePlus Open, OPPO Find N3 (review), and more in the market. In this post, we will explore what the Honor Magic Vs 3 offers out of the box.
Honor Magic Vs 3 specifications
The Honor Magic Vs 3 sports a curved AMOLED display with thin bezels on the front measuring 6.43 inches bearing a resolution of 2,376 x 1,060 pixels and 2,500 nits peak brightness. It has the same panel internally that measures 7.8 inches with a 2,344 x 2,156-pixel resolution and peak brightness maxing out at 1,600 nits. Both screens feature a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate and support HDR Vivid.
Design-wise, the Honor Magic Vs 3 features a slim profile that is 9.7mm thin when folded and 4.65mm when opened making it incredibly thin similar to a candy-bar phone. It weighs only 229 grams. The back panel has a protruding rectangular camera island that is in Black and Silver colour giving a dual-tone look. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. The foldable phone is equipped with the brand’s Luban Titanium hinge and shield steel that ensures durability and lightness.
On the optics front, the Honor Magic Vs 3 comes with triple rear cameras. The setup comprises a 50MP OIS-enabled main sensor, a 40MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and an 8MP periscope unit with 5x optical and 50x digital zoom. The primary and periscope lenses support OIS. The external and internal screens have 16MP and 8MP sensors for selfies.
In terms of hardware, the Honor Magic Vs 3 is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It packs up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. The foldable phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 66W charging and 50W wireless charging. There is also RF enhancement and security chip for stable connectivity and privacy protection respectively. The device runs on MagicOS 8.0 with features like split screen and more.
The Honor Magic Vs 3 is offered in Qilian Snow, Tundra Green, and Velvet Black colors. The foldable phone starts at CNY 6,999 (~$963) for the 12GB + 256GB variant. The 12GB + 512GB and 16GB + 1TB configurations are priced at CNY 7,699 (~$1,060) and CNY 8,699 (~$1,198) respectively. It will go on sale starting July 19.
When discussing PDF readers, Adobe Acrobat often comes to mind. It’s the world’s most widely used PDF reader, with over 1 billion subscribers. However, as good as Acrobat is, it is not suitable for all users, including its high price (up to $240 per year). Its feature-rich and complex user interface is also suitable only for professional users. For these reasons and many more, we want to introduce you to the perfect Adobe Acrobat alternative, Afirstsoft PDF. It’s a beginner-friendly and AI-powered PDF reader that doesn’t sacrifice functionality and practicality. Keep reading this review to find out why you should start using this PDF management tool.
How Afirstsoft PDF Fixes Chaos
Managing documents can be challenging and time-consuming. You can face obstacles like incompatible files, unsigned documents, and disorganized pages. Thankfully, Afirstsoft PDF has a list of user-friendly features to help you tackle common PDF problems. Here are some PDF struggles you can handle with this tool:
PDF Editing:
Editing and sharing documents can be a nightmare. Sometimes you may want to edit PDF texts and update information or correct errors. Afirstsoft PDF can edit, delete, and add PDF texts with stylish fonts and colors. The OCR feature lets you convert PDFs and scanned images into searchable and editable texts. It supports 20+ OCR languages.
Organizating Chaos:
Organizing documents ensures uniformity and professionalism. Unfortunately, dealing with a pile of documents can be a struggle. Afirstsoft PDF provides an intuitive interface to manage PDF pages and avoid duplication or confusion. You can extract, delete, and reorder pages. It also lets you split and merge PDFs for easier document management.
Information Overload:
Reading PDFs word-by-word can be tedious, especially when dealing with long texts like essays or newsletters. White at it, you can find hard-to-understand texts and slangs. Afirstsoft AI can do all the dirty work by summarizing and explaining PDFs. You can also ask the AI chat feature any question regarding your PDF document.
As you can see, Afirstsoft PDF can help you solve multiple PDF problems. Other solutions that this program offers include:
Losslessly convert PDFs to and from dozens of document, web, and image formats.
Upload PDFs to Afirstsoft Cloud for remote document access. This enables collaborative PDF editing using features like comments and feedback.
Afirstsoft PDF also lets you create interactive documents from scratch. You can create PDFs from Office files like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
>Afirstsoft PDF is currently offering a 30% discount to all new subscribers, and subscribers will have the opportunity to receive a free license.
Power of Affordability: Slash Costs, Boost Productivity
Many people would choose Adobe Acrobat when searching for a PDF editor. After all, this program houses several innovative features, including cloud-based editing and AI support. It’s also worth mentioning that Adobe invented the PDF format in 1993, making Acrobat one of the best options for viewing and managing documents.
However, as mentioned earlier, Adobe Acrobat isn’t cheap. The monthly and yearly subscriptions can be backbreaking for a casual user. The good news is that Afirstsoft PDF offers similar functions to Acrobat at a pocket-friendly cost. The Afirstsoft PDF’s price is only 25% of Acrobat. This easy-to-use program offers AI support, OCR scanning, PDF conversion, and other Adobe Acrobat features.
The deal gets sweeter if you choose Afirstsoft PDF. This all-in-one PDF reader currently offers 30% off for all new subscribers. Afirstsoft also provides free licenses for all new website users. You can use a single license across platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, Web and Android.
Choosing the best PDF editor involves looking beyond the price point. A good PDF viewer must pack enough features to allow you to accomplish important goals more conveniently. Therefore, we want to list some of the four advantages that Afirstsoft PDF brings to the table.
Cross-Platform Powerhouse
Are you looking for a PDF reader to view and annotate documents on any platform? Afirstsoft PDF Creator is the best choice, thanks to its convenient cloud service. This program offers excellent compatibility with Windows, macOS, iOS, Android systems and Web. You can access all Afirstsoft PDF services on two desktops and two mobile phones with a single account.
Below are some possible configurations:
2 Mac/Windows + 2 iOS
2 Mac/Windows + 2 Android
1 Mac and 1 Windows + 2 Android
1 Mac and 1 Windows + 2 iOS
2 Windows/Mac + 1 Android and 1 iOS
AI for the Win
Another advantage of using Afirstsoft PDF over Adobe Acrobat is the AI Assistant. In Acrobat, the AI service comes with a separate subscription plan. Conversely, Afirstsoft PDF offers you a free AI Assistant to make PDF management quicker and more convenient. It can summarize long PDF texts and explain hard-to-understand vocabularies or sentences. You can also chat with the AI and ask questions about your PDF. In short, it saves time and enhances productivity.
User-Centric Design: PDF Made Easy
Afirstsoft PDF is one of the most basic and beginner-friendly PDF readers. The user interface is exceptionally minimalistic without sacrificing this program’s functionality. Navigating this program using the ribbon-style menu resembling Microsoft Office is quick and straightforward. Beginners can easily find tools for editing, converting, highlighting, and more. You don’t need prior PDF editing experience to use this program.
Focus on Efficiency
Afirstsoft PDF can help streamline your workflow with its collection of user-centric features. First, the Afirstsoft Cloud feature ensures collaborative PDF editing and annotation across various devices, making PDF handling more efficient. Afirstsoft PDF also provides a well-organized layout with multiple reading modes. The PDF navigation tools give you more control over your document as you scroll the pages using your preferred layout style.
You can arrange and navigate the PDF pages as follows:
Single page
Single-page scrolling
Two page
Two-page scrolling
Conclusion
You now have every reason to include Afirstsoft PDF in your document management workflow. The robust set of features makes it perfect for PDF creation and editing. It’s a pretty versatile document management system for personal and business use. Overall, it does everything Adobe Acrobat can do at a lower subscription price. Don’t forget to claim the special offer and enjoy editing PDFs anywhere, any time.
While Xiaomi has been busy launching new devices in 2024, including its first POCO tablet, there hasn’t been any official word on a new wearable successor to the Smart Band 8 and Smart Band 8 Pro. However, a recent leak suggests the Smart Band 9 might well be in the works with a few iterative improvements over its predecessor.
Visually, the leak suggests the Smart Band 9 won’t stray far from the design of the Smart Band 8, which itself closely resembled the Smart Band 7. It’s expected to retain the familiar oval form factor and a 1.62-inch display.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Render
The dimensions are rumored to be slightly smaller than the Band 8 at 46.53 x 21.63 x 10.95 mm. The leak, however, hints at a possible material upgrade to an aluminum alloy casing with a sandblasted finish for a more premium look.
The display itself might see a notable improvement in brightness. While the refresh rate is expected to remain at 60Hz, the peak brightness is rumored to reach 1200 nits, doubling what the Smart Band 8 offered.
Battery life is also said to receive a modest boost. The leak suggests a 233 mAh battery, a 43 mAh increase compared to the Band 8. This should translate to a rumored 9 days of battery life with the always-on display enabled, or 21 days with it off.
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Render
Other improvements of the Smart Band 9 are said to include a 10% improvement in the accuracy of the heart rate and SpO2 sensors, as well as a shift to Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity.
Importantly, the leak doesn’t spill the beans on a possible release date or pricing for the Smart Band 9. So we’ll have to wait for further leaks or official announcements to get more details about the Xiaomi Smart Band 9.
French publication Dealabs has leaked what appear to be the European prices for the four upcoming Pixel 9 devices: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. If accurate, the leak shows a price increase for most models compared to their Pixel 8 counterparts.
According to the leak, the base Pixel 9 will start at €899 for the 128GB model and €999 for the 256GB model. The available colors are reported to be Obsidian (black), Porcelain (white), Cosmo (likely pink), and Mojito (presumably green).
The Pixel 9 Pro, expected to be similar in size to the base model but with additional cameras, will start at €1,099 for 128GB, €1,199 for 256GB, and €1,329 for 512GB. The top-tier configurations will reportedly be limited to Obsidian and Hazel, while the other storage options will also include Porcelain and the rumored pink shade, possibly named “Cosmo.”
The Pixel 9 Pro XL, tipped to be the true successor to the Pixel 8 Pro in terms of size, will share the Pixel 9 Pro’s internals but come in a larger form factor. Prices will start at €1,199 for 128GB, €1,299 for 256GB, €1,429 for 512GB, and a staggering €1,689 for the rumored 1TB model. The color options are even more complex, with the 1TB model exclusive to Obsidian, 128GB and 512GB models also available in Porcelain and Hazel, and the 256GB variant uniquely including Pink.
Finally, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the successor to the original Pixel Fold, is expected to cost €1,899 for the 256GB version and €2,029 for the 512GB version. Color options for the foldable appear to be limited to Obsidian and Porcelain.
It’s important to note that these prices are based on Euros, and VAT variations might cause slight fluctuations across the European Union. However, if the leak is accurate, it indicates a trend of price hikes for most Pixel 9 models compared to their Pixel 8 predecessors.
Redmi has yet to confirm the launch date of the Redmi K70 Ultra for the Chinese market. However, the brand is busy revealing the key specifications of the device. Today, the brand revealed the battery size and charging capabilities of the K70 Ultra.
Recent teasers of the Redmi K70 Ultra only focused on its rear design. So far, the brand has confirmed that the device will have a metal frame and a glass back, and it will be available in black, white, and purple shades. In addition, the device will offer IP68-rated dust and water resistance.
The above poster, which was released today, revealed that the K70 Ultra will sport a flat display with slim bezels on all four sides. The top and side bezels of the device measure only 1.7mm, whereas the bottom bezel is slightly thicker at 1.9mm.
While the exact screen size has not been revealed, the K70 Ultra’s TCL C8+ display is confirmed to support a 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and 3840Hz PWM dimming. The other posters released by the brand today confirm that it will pack a 5,500mAh battery, support 120W fast charging, and feature the Pengpai T1 signal enhancement chip.
The Redmi K70 Ultra will come equipped with the Dimensity 9300 Plus chipset, up to 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, and up to 1 TB of storage. For photography, it is expected to feature a 20-megapixel front camera, and a 50-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit.
The Redmi K70 Ultra is expected to debut with the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip later this month in China. It seems that the K70 Ultra may remain exclusive to the Chinese market. However, a tweaked version of the phone equipped with better cameras is expected to be released in the global market with the Xiaomi 14T Pro moniker.
Huawei launched the FreeBuds Pro 3 (review) globally towards the end of last year with dual drivers and the company’s ANC 3.0. The earbuds also support L2HC 3.0 Hi-Res wireless audio and LDAC codec. The FreeBuds 3 Pro was launched at 1,499 yuan (179 GBP). Now the TWS earbuds receive a significant discount of 200 Yuan (~21 GBP).
Connectivity:
The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 3 is equipped with the Kirin A2 chip and brings Polar Code to a pair of earbuds for the very first time. It which uses the company’s proprietary connectivity technology to support 1.5 Mbps transmission, and deliver lossless audio. It also makes it four times more efficient than the FreeBuds Pro 2.
However, it also supports standard Bluetooth connectivity and is compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, and more platforms. It also supports dual-device connectivity, which lets it connect to two of these devices at the same time and switch audio between them automatically. Notably, when connected to EMUI devices, you can switch audio between more than two of them.
Audio:
The FreeBuds Pro 3 boasts a dual-driver setup with an 11 mm dynamic driver + planar diaphragm driver, enhanced by a Halbach array with a high transient response. The earbuds also equip digital cross-over technology and can offer 14kHz – 48kHz audio without sacrificing the quality.
With Huawei’s triple adaptive EQ algorithm, the earbuds can detect volume level, ear canal shape, and wearing status in real-time, and apply the optimal sound level and EQ settings.
It also offers 2.5 times better voice pickup during voice and video calls, with a redesigned bone conduction voice pick-up (VPU) sensor that stays closely fixed to your ears.
Battery life
The earbuds and the case weigh around 5.8 g and 45.5 g and pack 55mAh and 510mAh batteries respectively. Speaking of battery life, the product can run 7 hours on a single full charge and 33 hours when used with the charging case (with ANC disabled). With ANC enabled, it offers a battery life of 5 hours on a single charge and 23 hours with the charging case included.
An IMEI database listing in April revealed that Infinix is developing its first-style foldable display phone, the Infinix Zero Flip. The said device, which bears the X6962, has already been spotted on certification platforms such as Europe’s EEC and FCC. Now, the device has received approval from the TUV certification platform, revealing its battery size.
Infinix Zero Flip 5G battery size
Infinix Zero Flip 5G TUV certification
The above screengrab reveals that the Infinix Zero Flip 5G will feature a dual-cell battery with capacities of 3,410mAh and 1,180mAh. Hence, the device is expected to pack a 4,590mAh (rated value) battery unit. It is likely that it may offer a typical value of 4700mAh.
The FCC certification of the Zero Flip revealed that it may ship with a 70W rapid charger. It is likely that the device will ship with 8 GB of RAM and 512 GB of built-in storage. The other specifications of the Zero Flip are under wraps.
Infinix Zero Flip FCC certification
The schematic of the Zero Flip, which got revealed via FCC certification, revealed that it will have a large-sized square outer display. It will be flanked by a vertical dual camera system, followed by an LED flash. While it is confirmed to come in Titanium Black variant, the other color variants of the device are not known yet.
The FCC authority has also approved the Zero 40 5G and Zero 40 4G, in addition to the Infinix Zero Flip 5G. It is likely that these products will go official in various markets either this month or in August.
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