The vivo X100 Ultra achieved a remarkable milestone just one hour after its official launch. The smartphone grossed over 500 million yuan ($69 million) in sales in just one hour of its unveiling. Official sales figures released by vivo point to the impressive sales accomplishment for the flagship smartphone. This translated to between 62,000 and 72,000 units of the smartphone that were sold within one hour after its launch.
The vivo X100 Ultra smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. It also features a 1-inch gimbal-level main camera and a Blueprint imaging chip V3+ with support for ultra-long range telephoto stage shooting. It has a 6.78-inch screen with a 20:9 screen ratio and a 120Hz refresh rate. The peak brightness of the smartphone is 3,000 nits with a pixel density of 517 ppi. The dimensions of the vivo X10 Ultra are 164.07 x 75.57 x 9.23 mm and it weighs 229g. The X100 Ultra has a 5,500mAh battery with support for wired and wireless charging at 80W and 30W speeds respectively. The new smartphone is rated IP68 and IP69 for dust, water resistant setup.
The vivo X100 Ultra has received two version updates to optimize the imaging effect and optimize the screen display. Three variants of the X100 Ultra were available at launch namely 12GB + 256GB, 16GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 1TB. The prices of the variants are 6,499 yuan ($897), 7,299 yuan ($1,007), and 7,999 yuan ($1,104). The vivo X100 Ultra can be purchased from online retail platforms such as JD.com.
Tech giant Huawei is taking a strong stance against trademark infringement, filing a lawsuit against two individuals, Gao and Li, in Beijing’s Haidian District People’s Court. The lawsuit accuses them of illegally using the “Huawei” trademark and engaging in unfair competition, potentially misleading consumers.
Huawei Demands 750,000 Yuan in Compensation for Trademark
According to court documents, Huawei is seeking compensation of 750,000 yuan (roughly $1,03,541) for economic losses and litigation expenses. The lawsuit demands a complete halt to the defendants’ infringing activities and any actions that create consumer confusion about their products’ connection to Huawei.
This isn’t the first time Huawei has had to defend its trademark. Earlier this year, they successfully sued Hanmai Cosmetics and Jixi Clothing in Shanghai for a similar offense. The defendants were found to be operating a “Kubalo Flagship Store” on Tmall, a popular Chinese e-commerce platform, and using “Huawei” for promotional purposes. The court ruled in favor of Huawei, awarding them 10 million yuan (roughly $1.4 million) in compensation for economic losses and applying punitive damages.
The current lawsuit highlights the ongoing battle tech companies face against trademark infringement. Counterfeit products and misleading marketing tactics can damage a brand’s reputation and potentially lead to customer dissatisfaction. Huawei’s decisive action sends a clear message that they will not tolerate such activities.
The lawsuit details require the defendants to submit their response within 15 days after the notice period expires, followed by a 30-day window for evidence presentation.
This case serves as a reminder for both consumers and businesses. Consumers should be vigilant when shopping online or offline, carefully checking brand names and product details to avoid unknowingly purchasing counterfeits. Businesses, on the other hand, need to be mindful of trademark laws and ensure their marketing practices are ethical and compliant.
At Computex, MSI has unveiled its collaboration with gaming giant Bethesda to create a new Fallout-themed MSI Claw gaming console. The brand has also unveiled its new MSI Claw 8 AI+, which also features Fallout-themed aesthetics.
MSI Claw 8 AI+ console details:
The design of this console is inspired by the game’s Vaults, the Pip-Boys worn by Vault dwellers, and robots, making it a dream item for Fallout fans. The console also comes on the heels of the popular TV adaptation of Fallout, which has refreshed the interest of many in the franchise.
Other than the exterior, the console has also made some changes on the hardware level. It still has a D-pad, XYAB buttons, joysticks, and triggers with a hall effect, however, it now features a bigger 8-inch FHD display with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution and 500 nits brightness. The panel offers full coverage of the sRGB color gamut.
The Intel Meteor Lake Core Ultra 7 155H CPU is replaced by Intel’s upcoming Lunar Lake CPU, and the console has a powerful “Cooler Boost Hyperflow” cooling system that uses two fans and two heat pipes. Tom’s Hardware has reported that the will also have a bigger 80 Whr battery replacing the 53Whr on the original, and come with two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
MSI Claw Fallout 4 Limited Edition:
MSI will also be launching a Fallout-themed Claw A1M console. This basically means that the Fallout 4 Limited Edition console will essentially be a skin for the current-gen A1M console.
In terms of specs, it has an Intel Core Ultra 5 135H or Core Ultra 7 155H processor, paired with 16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage. The display measures 7 inches and provides an FHD resolution with 120Hz refresh rate. The console has a Thunderbolt 4 port, a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and stereo speakers.
After the release of the Moto Edge Ultra, Edge Pro, and Edge Fusion, the brand has now added another smartphone to the lineup called the Motorola Edge (2024). This device is the successor to the Edge (2023), which made its debut back in October 2023. The new model comes with an improved processor as well as an improved primary camera.
Motorola Edge (2024) specs:
The Motorola Edge (2024) comes with a 6.6-inch pOLED display, with a resolution of 2400 × 1080 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. The panel offers 10-but colors with up to 1300 nits peak brightness and gorilla glass 3 protection.
Under the hood, the device houses a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor with a peak clock speed of 2.4GHz. It is paired with an Adreno 710 GPU. Compared to the Dimensity 7030 SoC on last year’s model, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 offers about 22% improvement in multi-core performance and 11% in GPU performance. The processor is paired with 8 GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage.
For optics, the phone has used a 50MP Sony LYT-700C sensor as its primary camera, which is an improvement over the 50 MP Omnivision OV50A sensor used in last year’s model. It has an aperture of f/1.88 and optical image stabilization. The second camera on the back is a 13 MP ultra-wide unit with an f/2.2 aperture and the capability to take macro shots. On the front, the phone uses a 32 MP selfie snapper with f/2.4 aperture and Quad Pixel Technology (pixel binning).
The phone runs Android 14 and packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 68W fast charging and 15W wireless charging. Other highlights include dust and water resistance (IP68) rating, 5G connectivity (SA/NSA), Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax (2.4GHz/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, USB Type-C, NFC, and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. The phone also has a customizable Quick Button which can be used as a shortcut to launch the camera, gallery or other apps.
Pricing & availability
The Motorola Edge (2024) is priced at USD 549.99 and will be released on June 20. You can find it on Amazon.com, Best Buy, and motorola.com first, then later on T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, Spectrum, Consumer Cellular, and Straight Talk, Total By Verizon, and Visible. Canadians can expect availability on motorola.ca and select carriers and retailers in the coming months.
MediaTek announced its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip in May this year, while Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was released in October 2023. Both are flagship chipsets with amazing capabilities, powering a host of flagships from major smartphone brands.
The two flagship processors are built on the same TSMC’s 4nm process but have different core configurations and hardware components. If you’re looking to buy a flagship device but can’t decide between these two chips, see the comparison below to find the right choice for your needs.
Dimensity 9300+
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Process Node
TSMC 4nm
TSMC 4nm
CPU Cores
8
8
CPU Architecture
1 x Cortex-X4 @ 3.4 GHz 3 x Cortex-X4 @ 2.85 GHz 4 x Cortex-A720 @ 2.0 GHz
1 x Cortex-X4 @ 3.25 GHz 3 x Cortex-A720 @ 3.15 GHz 2 x Cortex-A720 @ 2.96 GHz 2 x Cortex-A520 @ 2.27 GHz
GPU
Mali-G720 Immortalis MP12
Adreno 750
NPU
MediaTek NPU 790 Ray tracing support Global illumination
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU Ray tracing support Global illumination
Memory
Up to 24 GB LPDDR5T @ 4800 MHz
Up to 24 GB LPDDR5X @ 4800 MHz
Storage
UFS 4.0
UFS 4.0
Camera Support
Up to 320MP camera sensor support MediaTek Imagiq 990 (18-bit) 8K @ 30 FPS, 4K @ 60 FPS
Up to 200MP camera sensor support Qualcomm Spectra (18-bit) 8K @ 30 FPS, 4K @ 120 FPS
Display
4K @ 120 Hz, WQHD @ 180 Hz
4K Ultra HD @ 60 Hz, QHD+ @ 144 Hz
Connectivity
MediaTek 5G R16 modem Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.4
Snapdragon X75 5G modem Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.4
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: Benchmarks
Geekbench V6
Geekbench V6
Dimensity 9300+
SD 8 Gen 3
Single Core
2313
2164
Multi Core
7743
6756
AnTuTu V10
AnTuTu V10
Dimensity 9300+
SD 8 Gen 3
CPU
538809
466396
GPU
940944
865562
Memory
472337
406965
UX
353177
373825
Total Score
2305267
2112748
The Dimensity 9300+ is slightly ahead of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 on both Geekbench and AnTuTu benchmarks.
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: CPU, GPU & NPU
The Dimensity chip is equipped with four powerful Cortex-X4 cores, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has one. However, the latter has more Cortex-A720 cores, which is slightly less powerful than Cortex-X4 but is more power efficient.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 also has two power-efficient Cortex-A520 cores.
The core configuration suggests the Dimensity 9300+ will lead the performance game, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 should offer a good balance of performance and battery. It also depends on the software optimizations, among many other factors.
The Dimensity 9300+ is head-to-head with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the CPU performance, but there’s a significant gap in the GPU performance. The Dimensity chip disappoints when it comes to sustaining a heavy GPU workload, but it’s still one of the best here.
Most modern chips, including the Dimensity 9300+ and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, have NPUs to support generative AI models and allow users to perform on-device AI tasks. The importance of NPUs is only going to grow over time as smartphone companies adopt more and more AI features. Hence, it’s good to have a chip with powerful AI capabilities.
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: Memory
Dimensity 9300+ and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 support UFS 4.0 storage for faster file access to files. They come with LPDDR5X RAM clocked at 4800 MHz for fast app loading and switching.
So, as far as the storage and memory technologies are concerned, there isn’t a clear winner here, as both share the same technologies.
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: Multimedia
The Dimensity 9300+ features an in-house Imagiq 990 ISP, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has a Spectra ISP. While both are 18-bit ISPs, the Dimensity chip supports more camera resolution, a 320MP single camera sensor (vs 200MP in SD 8 Gen 3).
Both chipsets are capable of taking 8K videos at 30 frames per second (fps). However, the Snapdragon chip can take 4K videos at 120 fps, which is limited to 60 fps in the Dimensity chip.
Both chips have great ISP and excellent imaging capabilities. Hence, everything boils down to the camera sensors used in the device.
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: Display
Both chips support up to 4K display resolution, but the Dimensity chip offers a higher refresh rate of up to 120Hz (vs. 60 Hz in SD 8 Gen 3). Also, the QHD+ resolution in the Snapdragon chip is limited to 144Hz (vs. 180Hz in Dimensity 9300+).
The chips support various HDR formats, such as HDR10 and HDR10+, which enhance the viewing experience with richer colors and contrasts.
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: Connectivity
The Dimensity chip features a MediaTek 5G R16 modem, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 uses in-house X75 5G mode. Although the modems are different, there isn’t any major differentiation on the connectivity part.
Both chips support 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, and up to Wi-Fi connectivity. They also support necessary positioning technologies, including GPS, BeiDou, Glonass, Galileo, QZSS, and NavIC.
Dimensity 9300+ vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: Which is Better?
Dimensity 9300+ and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 offer a nearly matched CPU performance, competing closely in single-core and multi-core benchmarks. However, on the GPU front, the Snapdragon chip is clearly ahead of the Dimensity 9300+, but the latter is still one of the best.
The Dimensity chip does a respectable job when it comes to gaming, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is a better option, in my opinion. However, the difference is unnoticeable in regular usage.
It seems like all gaming brands are going all-in for gaming monitors during this Computex. Corsair also unveiled its latest weapon for gamers at the Computex 2024 Taipei International Computer Show: the XENEON 34WQHD240-C gaming monitor. This curved display boasts a massive 34-inch screen with a WQHD resolution (3440 x 1440 pixels) for stunning visuals and ample workspace.
The low response time translates into a super responsive gaming experience
But the real showstopper is the lightning-fast 240Hz refresh rate, ensuring silky smooth visuals even in the most intense games. And to top it off, the XENEON 34WQHD240-C boasts a near-instantaneous 0.3ms gray-to-gray (GtG) response time, eliminating motion blur for a truly responsive gaming experience.
The monitor utilizes a cutting-edge QD-OLED panel, offering an 1800R curvature for a truly immersive viewing experience. This panel boasts exceptional color reproduction, covering 99% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, making games and content look vibrant and lifelike. The contrast ratio is a staggering 1,500,000:1, delivering deep blacks and brilliant whites for incredible image depth. Peak brightness reaches up to 1000 nits (at 3% APL), perfect for HDR content. To further enhance the HDR experience, the XENEON 34WQHD240-C is DisplayHDR True Black 400 certified.
Connectivity is well covered with two HDMI 2.1 ports, a single DisplayPort 1.4, and a USB Type-C port with DisplayPort alternate mode. This USB Type-C port even offers 65W reverse power delivery, potentially eliminating the need for a separate charger for your laptop.
The monitor also features a built-in USB hub with four USB Type-A 3.1 ports, providing additional connection options for peripherals. Additionally, it supports KVM functionality, allowing you to easily switch between multiple PCs connected to the monitor using a single keyboard and mouse. To sweeten the deal, Corsair is backing the XENEON 34WQHD240-C with a 3-year zero burn-in and zero bad pixel warranty, giving you peace of mind for your investment.
According to a report by TheInformation on June 4th, Apple is reportedly in negotiations with China Mobile, the world’s largest mobile network operator by subscriber base, to launch its Apple TV+ video streaming service in China.
Over 200 million Chinese mobile users will get to enjoy Apple TV+
The current status of the talks remains unclear, but a successful agreement would grant Apple TV+ access to a massive audience – over 200 million Chinese mobile users. If negotiations go Apple’s way, Apple TV+ would become the only American streaming service to operate within China’s borders.
This potential move comes after a period of relative dormancy for Apple’s subscription services in China. Since 2017, Apple hasn’t launched any new subscription or media services in the mainland. However, recent signs suggest a renewed push – reports indicate Apple is also exploring ways to bring services like Apple Arcade and Fitness+ to the Chinese market.
The Information further highlights a key agreement Apple has reached with tech giant Tencent. This deal allows Tencent to offer a selection of its popular applications on Vision Pro, Apple’s upcoming mixed reality headset, specifically for the Chinese market. Apple CEO Tim Cook has previously confirmed a Chinese launch for Vision Pro later this year.
The report also mentions Apple’s efforts to navigate China’s strict content censorship regulations. To ensure compliance and successful service launches, Apple is reportedly seeking a local partner to assist with operating its subscription services, including Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade, within China.
For reference, the high-end version of the latest Apple TV 4K (7th generation) with an A15 Bionic chip and 128GB of storage reached a price of 1,161 yuan during China’s major shopping event, Double 11, last year. For comparison, the official US price is $149 (roughly 1,080 yuan at the time). Additionally, the monthly subscription fee for Apple TV+ is $9.99 (currently around 72 yuan), while the Apple One bundle costs $19.95 per month (approximately 145 yuan).
Immersive entertainment takes one step forward with Cooler Master‘s latest display, unveiled at the Computex 2024 Taipei International Computer Show – the GP57ZS. This behemoth boasts a massive 54-inch curved Mini LED panel. While detailed specs haven’t been officially revealed by Cooler Master, information gleaned from the display itself confirms a “dual 4K” resolution, technically known as DUHD (7680 x 2160 pixels). This translates to incredible image clarity and sharpness, ideal for displaying intricate details in games or high-resolution design work.
The monitor has 2304 backlight zones, which means high contrast and HDR performance
The GP57ZS embraces a curved VA panel with a 1000R curvature, similar to the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 and Acer Predator Z57 monitors. This curvature closely mimics the natural curve of the human eye, promoting a more comfortable and immersive viewing experience, especially for extended gaming sessions or design work.
Another key detail confirmed on the monitor itself is the presence of 2304 backlight zones. This suggests excellent contrast and HDR (High Dynamic Range) performance, with deep blacks and vibrant highlights for a truly lifelike image.
However, a crucial detail remains unconfirmed – the refresh rate. The competing Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 offers a buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate, while the Acer Predator Z57 settles for a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s unclear yet what refresh rate Cooler Master will ultimately choose for the GP57ZS.
Regardless of the refresh rate, the Cooler Master GP57ZS, with its massive size, high resolution, curved VA panel, and extensive backlight zones, promises to be a strong contender in the premium display market. Stay tuned for further updates as Cooler Master unveils the complete specifications of this impressive monitor.
ASUS has unveiled the specifications of its new portable UPS system named the ROG Mjolnir Portable Gaming UPS. let’s check out what this UPS system has to offer.
A portable UPS system with Type-A & Type-C ports
This is designed in the shape of Thor’s hammer which may help you carry it around. However, the company has not yet revealed the weight of the product. It equips a 768Wh capacity battery, that can reportedly run a GeForce RTX 4080 system for 1 hour while gaming. It also offers a 10ms quick switchover time.
There is an LCD display that shows you the power draw in real-time alongside the total energy left in it.
In terms of output, you get 4 x AC power sockets in addition to two Type-A and two Type-C ports. It offers 100W PD fast charging output to your supported devices. In addition, you also get Qi2 wireless charging with MagSafe compatibility with this hammer-shaped ROG UPS system. So you can also take it outside with you and use it as a power bank for your portable devices such as phones and laptops. It also supports solar recharging for some extra battery life for your devices.
It also comes with a flashlight that can magnetically attach to the handle and light up the room during a power cut.
It equips an LFP (Lithium-iron phosphate) battery that has many advantages over other lithium batteries. This battery technology is safer as it contains no oxygen. Additionally, an LFP battery retains its life better over time as compared to Li-ion batteries. So, the ROG Mjolnir Portable Gaming UPS could be beneficial for long-term usage.
Pricing and availability
The company has not revealed the price tag yet. The product is mentioned as “Coming Soon” on the company’s website.
Xiaomi is preparing to launch the 14T series and MIX Flip in the global market. We know the specifications of the smartphones along with the leaks about them. Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro will come with powerful MediaTek SOCs and the special foldable device MIX Flip will come with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Xiaomi fans are eagerly awaiting the official unveiling of these models. Today, a user named Erencan Yilmaz on X (formerly Twitter) shared that the Xiaomi 14T, Xiaomi 14T Pro and MIX Flip have been registered in the IMEI database.
Xiaomi 14T series and MIX Flip are coming soon
Xiaomi 14T series and MIX Flip are clearly visible in the GSMA IMEI database, indicating that these devices will be introduced in the near future. The IMEI database gives us 3 different model numbers: 2406APNFAG, 2407FPN8EG and 2405CPX3DG. The first model number belongs to the Xiaomi 14T, the second to the Xiaomi 14T Pro, and the last to the MIX Flip. These are assigned to the Global versions of the devices. The presence of these model numbers officially confirms that the devices will be sold in the global market. As Erencan Yilmaz said, the Xiaomi 14T series and MIX Flip will be available for purchase by users all over the world. Of course, we need to add the following: These smartphones will not be sold in India.
Xiaomi MIX Flip 2405CPX3DGXiaomi 14T 2406APNFAGXiaomi 14T Pro 2407FPN8EG
Xiaomi 14T series specifications have already been leaked. The top-end model of this series, the Xiaomi 14T Pro, will feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9300. The 14T Pro is expected to be a much better smartphone than its Chinese variant, the Redmi K70 Ultra. Because compared to the Redmi K70 Ultra, the new 14T Pro will come with an improved telephoto camera and wireless charging support. Redmi K70 Ultra will not have a telephoto camera. The K70 Ultra also lacks wireless charging support.
We said that the most affordable model of the series, Xiaomi 14T, was spotted in the Xiaomi HyperOS source code with the codename “degas” and the internal model number “N12A”. The 14T’s specifications are not fully known, but we expect it to have a powerful MediaTek SOC. Basically, the Xiaomi 14T should come with features similar to those of the Xiaomi 14T Pro.
Come to the MIX Flip, it will have dual cameras on the back, with the main camera featuring a 50MP Light Hunter 800 sensor. The auxiliary camera is the OV60A Telephoto sensor with a resolution of 60MP. With this sensor, MIX Flip will have 2X optical zoom capability and should have a zoom capability far better than the competitors. It’s also worth noting that the MIX Flip uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. As for the launch date of the devices, the Xiaomi 14T series and MIX Flip are expected to be introduced between August and September. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 15 series will be announced in October.
OnePlus is working on the Nord 4 smartphone which could debut in the coming months. Ahead of that, the brand has heavily reduced the price of the OnePlus Nord 3 in India.
The OnePlus Nord 3, which debuted with a price tag of Rs 33,999 in July 2023 is currently selling on Amazon India for as low as ₹20,000. The Nord 3 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model is available for ₹20,999, with an additional onsite coupon of ₹1000. Including the coupon, the price of the OnePlus Nord 3 comes down to ₹19,999.
This is the lowest price the phone has ever sold for. That being said, is it a smart choice for this price? Well, the answer is an easy yes. It is an awesome deal as buyers looking for a OnePlus phone below the ₹20,000 price mark usually have to settle for the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite. Specs-wise, the Nord 3 is vastly superior to the CE 3 Lite.
It has a more powerful processor, a better display, better cameras, and a better battery with faster charging. In addition to all that, the OnePlus Nord 3 comes with an alert slider, which you won’t find anywhere else for this price tag. So if you are in the market for an affordable device around ₹20,000, the Nord 3 is currently the best deal that you can get. You can find the detailed spec sheet of the device below.
OnePlus Nord 3 specs:
The OnePlus Nord 3 features a 6.74-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC and Mali-G710 10-core GPU.
The camera setup includes a 50MP primary Sony IMX890 sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide Sony IMX355 sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. For selfies, there is a 16MP front camera. The device offers up to 16GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
Running on Android 13-based OxygenOS 13.1, the Nord 3 provides a smooth user experience. It has a 5,000mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging. Connectivity options include 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, USB Type-C, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, GPS, and NFC. The phone is available in Misty Green and Tempest Gray.
Red Magic is foraying into the laptop segment. The brand already offers peripherals like gaming mouse, keyboards, and monitors. It is also known for its gaming smartphones. The company shared a teaser of its upcoming gaming laptop on its Weibo handle. Red Magic is teasing it as ‘New Force, New Standard’. A Red Magic laptop has also been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform along with other certifications. Read on to know everything below,
Red Magic gaming laptop set to launch this month
The teaser shared by Red Magic confirms that the brand’s first laptop will launch later this month. However, the exact date is not disclosed and we can expect it to be revealed in the next few days. The device is seen with thin bezels on all three sides of the display. The laptop is expected to feature an RGB-backlit logo on the lid. The teaser poster does not reveal any additional details.
The Red Magic gaming laptop with model number GN001J was spotted on the Geekbench database. It reveals that the upcoming offering will be powered by an Intel Core i9 13950HX processor. This is a top-tier chipset from a year-older Raptor lake series but it should pack plenty of power. It comprises of 24 cores with a base frequency of 2.20GHz. The listing also mentions GeForce RTX 4070 GPU onboard. The Red Magic gaming laptop will pack 16GB RAM.
Apart from Geekbench, the Red Magic GN001J is also spotted on the 3C certification site revealing that the laptop will support 280W power adapter manufactured by BYD. Previously, it has already passed Bluetooth, WiFi, and CMIIT certifications.
Both Xiaomi and Honor are currently working on their first flip-style foldable phones. Honor has already announced the launch of the Magic V Flip for June 20th, while official details about Xiaomi’s flip phone are still under wraps.
However, these are not the only foldables in development. Both companies are also working on their next book-style foldable phones: the Mix Fold 4 for Xiaomi and likely the Magic V3 for Honor.
According to a leak by tipster Smart Pikachu, both of these foldables will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. The Mix Fold 4 is expected to have a 5000mAh battery and a quad-camera setup, including a telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.
The leaked camera specs details align with a previous report, which revealed that the main sensor will be a 50-megapixel shooter with a 1/1.55” sensing area and optical image stabilization. It will be accompanied by an Omnivision OV60A with a 1/2.8” sensor for the 2x telephoto camera and a 12MP ultrawide unit. The telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom will be a 10MP sensor.
The same report hinted at an exceptionally slim profile for the Mix Fold 4, possibly making it the thinnest foldable on the market upon release. It is also said to be the first Xiaomi foldable with water protection, as none of the company’s previous foldables have had any certification for water or splash resistance.
Regarding the Magic V3, the tipster revealed that Honor’s foldable will have an even bigger battery, although the exact capacity remains unknown.
As far as the launch is concerned, both the Xiaomi and Honor foldable will be released in July, according to Smart Pikachu.
Samsung has officially unveiled a new smart monitor for the global market. It is the new Odyssey OLED G8 model that brings a bunch of impressive specs and features. The new smart monitor promises to elevate the viewing experience on OLED by employing AI technology. So here are all the details.
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8: What makes it special?
As the name suggests, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 sports a 32-inch OLED panel that offers 4K UHD resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, 16:9 aspect ratio, and 0.03ms response time. In other words, you can expect sharp picture quality and great responsiveness, which makes it adept at both content consumption and even gaming. This smart monitor offers an anti-glare display and is equipped with the NQ8 AI Gen 3 processor under the hood.
This chip uses artificial intelligence technology to upscale content being displayed to nearly 4K resolution with Samsung Gaming Hub and its native smart TV apps. So, this also doubles as a smart TV in terms of functionality. When using an OLED panel, many users are concerned regarding the burn-in issue. However, Samsung aims to combat this with its proprietary Samsung OLED Safeguard+. This is the first of its kind tech that applies a pulsating heating pipe to the monitor.
This is also paired with a Dynamic cooling system and detection for static images like logos and taskbars to automatically reduce brightness, which helps prevent burn-in. The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 comes with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology as well as Nvidia G-Sync. Connectivity options include 2 HDMI ports, 3 USB 3.0 ports, 1 DP port, and an Ergonomic Stand. Unfortunately, pricing and availability details have yet to be announced. So stick around for more as we will be providing updates when more details are available regarding this monitor.
We got a new gaming phone – Infinix GT 20 Pro and it’s a PUBG Mobile limited edition. The phone fits the stereotype well: A gaming phone should have a cool look, RGB lighting, bypass charging. And of course, it provides more for gaming.
But the phone is targeting a mid-range gaming market with exclusive gaming features. After testing its gaming scenarios in multi-rounds, we have to say that it’s indeed the most impressive at its price.
Unbox
The co-branded version of the Infinix GT 20 Pro is a gift kit working with PUBG Mobile. The package contains a special case made with metal, a cooler fan, a pair of shoulder triggers, and thumb sleeves. All of the accessories seem to show that the phone was ready for the e-sport experience.
It’s worth noting that the GT 20 Pro’s charging cable has an L-shaped design, giving you more flexible and easier hand-holding while gaming.
Design
The phone – Infinix GT 20 Pro also has a gaming-inspired look and feel, with lots of glossy materials and brushed textures in a very cool finish. Of course, the most attention-grabbing feature is the semi-ring RGB light strip, which can be set to various lighting effects.
Ultra Frame Rate
I believe that most of the users who are interested in this phone are gamers. So let’s talk about the most important thing straightforward – Game Performance. The Infinix GT 20 Pro is powered by a Dimensity 8200 Ultimate chipset with 12GB LPDDR5X memory. Considering the pricing, it actually performs well in the Benchmark tests, although here we listed the other two flagship-level models for comparison.
So let’s try my favorite game – Genshin Impact first. After 20 minutes of gameplay with the highest graphic settings, the average frame rate was 57.8 fps, which is much better than I expected. But there were some fluctuations after 15 minutes. The result was still impressive since it was running at the highest graphics. Then we were expecting the optimized performance with the cooling accessory and its built-in gaming features.
Optimized Gaming driven by Pixelworks
The gaming experience of the Infinix GT 20 Pro does not stop there. If you’ve read through the Infinix promo page, you can see that the GT 20 Pro comes with the X5 Turbo Dedicated Gaming Display Chip from Pixelworks, so there are two features available through this chip: the Ultra Frame Rate and HDR Graphics.
Ultra Frame Rate
The Ultra Frame Rate is simply a hardware-level feature about frame interpolation. It calculates the previous and next original frames; then inserts the frames calculated by the Pixelworks X5 Turbo chip in the middle. Here we will show how it works in the game.
During the whole test of 20 minutes of gaming, the game was almost sticking at 120 fps without any issues. and because the game’s native frame rate was reduced to 40 fps, the stress on the GPU and CPU was significantly lower.
As a result, the power consumption was even reduced to 4.31W and the body temperature was also significantly lower.
The actual visual effect of the screen after turning on the Ultra Frame Rate is also significantly improved. And, visually, it is a huge improvement in the smoothness of the images, We captured the clips in slow motion, you can pause and take a closer look in the review video.
Please watch the video
But we also need to note that frame insertion increases latency. Some tests were done to measure how much it affects. Again, we boosted the frame range from 40 to 120 FPS and compared it with the native 60-FPS mode, while keeping other graphic settings the same. The result shows that touch latency was added by about 20ms. But if observing it by eyes, it is really hard to notice.
In a more practical gaming scenario, with Ultra Frame Rate, and bypass charging (connecting charger) activated, I got a Perpetual Motion Machine that always runs at 120 FPS. However, the phone was just running with an efficient MTK Dimensity 8200 Ultimate.
I tried to play like this for an hour and a half, and there was no overheating or downclocking/throttling. The reason why I stopped here was just the boredom.
This is an experience that no other flagship without the frame-interpolation feature can offer. And it’s why I say the Infinix GT 20 Pro is one of the best mid-range gaming phones to date. so, Pixelworks’ chip is supposed to be a big help.
HDR Graphics
Another feature driven by Pixelworks X5 Turbo chip is HDR Graphics, which simply means that it converts SDR gaming images into HDR, to improve the color performance and contrast of the images. I took some photos in Genshin and Honkai: Star Rail. Viewed by eyes, the colors just got more vibrant and we had Richer transitions in brightness and lighting in the games.
This feature can be activated simultaneously with Ultra Frame Rate. I also tested the power consumption with these features on. In Genshin Impact, the power consumption increased by about only 0.1 W – Pretty a surprise. I even suspected that there were some errors in the way we tested. Please check out the true results we got down below.
Incidentally, almost no mobile games offer a native HDR option, but clearly the phone screen is the best screen most people own. I’m not sure why, BUT, this time Pixelworks offers a good solution.
This feature also supports video playback. The platforms supported here include YouTube, TikTok, PLAYit, Netflix, Disney+, etc.
And I also took some photos,you can see that the HDR algorithm of Pixelworks does more than just increase the contrast and brightness. After turning it on, the image becomes more vivid and closer to what I see with my eyes.
IRX gaming experience brand
In July 2023, Pixelworks announced its new IRX gaming experience brand. As a brand targeted at smartphone users, IRX’s’ expertise to optimize the performance and display quality for optimizing the performance and display quality for various mobile games. The Infinix GT 20 Pro, the first Infinix phone being IRX certified, currently has Ultra Frame Rate and HDR Graphics support for the following games.
I hope more phones will be IRX certified because those two features we mentioned really show how much the gaming experience can be improved, and how mid-range phones can outperform high-end models.
Other feature
The Infinix GT 20 Pro has a few other features that are worth mentioning, first of all, the screen, it has an FHD+ resolution and a very high peak brightness of 1300nit, you can manually turn on the high brightness mode in the settings and the screen can be manually set to a very high brightness.
This is very useful in games like PUBG Mobile. Combined with the feature of HDR Graphics, details in the shadows are easier to notice.
This flat screen also has slightly curved corners that provide a pretty smooth operation with firm grips in games. If you’re a heavy gamer, I’d recommend not using the tempered film included in the kit. It can affect the touch experience with the screen when you move your fingers over the edges.
The Infinix GT 20 Pro has a 5000mAh battery with 45W charging support. Please check out the charging efficiency here.
Conclusion
Infinix is trying to improve the mid-range phones in terms of performance, especially the gaming experience, in a more efficient way. There is no doubt that the Infinix GT 20 Pro driven by Pixelworks will be a success story.
The phone is a highly recommended gaming device. Not only does it have almost everything we want from a gaming phone, but the Pixelworks X5 Turbo gives it a gaming experience that exceeds what we used to imagine with a regular mid-range phone.
OnePlus is working on a new smartphone called the Nord CE 4 Lite 5G. This device will be the successor of the popular Nord CE 3 Lite 5G. After its sightings on the BIS and TDRA certification, as well as the Bluetooth SIG database, the device has now appeared on Thailand’s NBTC certification database.
The certification confirms that the OnePlus CPH2621 is indeed the upcoming OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G. The Indian variant of the device is expected to come with model number CPH2619. Apart from the model number, the certification does not reveal any other details, however,
It is worth mentioning that this CPH2621 model has previously appeared on Geekbench, Eurofins, and Camera FV 5 databases revealing some key details. As per the Geekbench listing, this device will feature a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor, which makes things quite complicated as the brand has already launched the Nord CE 4 smartphone in India which has a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor in it. With that in mind, it seems odd that the brand will decide to put a more powerful chip in what is essentially its entry-level device.
OnePlus Nord CE 4
Previous rumors have claimed that the device could feature a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor. Apart from the processor, the phone is also expected to feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. It is also expected to house a large 5,500mAh battery with 33W fast charging.
We will update you when we get more clarification on the model number situation, till then, stay tuned.
A new flagship killer smartphone model from Realme is apparently in the works. The company’s next-gen affordable flagship device is expected to be the Realme GT 6. But ahead of any official announcement, the upcoming handset has surfaced on a major Chinese certification and even a big leak. So let’s check it out.
Realme GT 6 Surfaces on 3C & Major Leak
The brand’s new Realme GT 6 model surfaced on the 3C certification with the RMX3800 model number. This approval basically implies that the launch in China is right around the corner. On this certification, the device was seen with a VCBOACH charger, which is an adapter that supports up to 120W fast charging. This is faster than the 100W fast charging from the previous gen Realme GT 5. That’s not all, known tipster Digital Chat Station revealed more details like its key specifications on Weibo (a Chinese microblogging website).
Realme GT 6T
The tipster claims that the device will sport an 8T LTPO OLED display that is supplied by BOE. This panel would even offer a 1.5K resolution. In terms of design, the Realme GT 6 may offer a flat display on the front, a glass rear panel, and a metal middle frame. Under the hood, the leak hints that it will be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, which is a flagship-grade chipset. Similar to the 3C certification, the tipster claimed that this model will support 120W wired fast charging.
On the rear, the device may offer a 50-megapixel flagship main camera, however, it will skip a telephoto shooter which is common on most premium phones. Based on what we know so far, the screen is likely a tall 6.78-inch panel. A massive 6,000mAh battery pack may power this device. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more updates.
It looks like we might learn something new about the upcoming OnePlus 13 every day. Yesterday’s report revealed that the phone will feature a 2K 8T LTPO screen. Today, tipster Digital Chat Station has shared details about its camera setup.
According to the insider, the OnePlus 13 will have a triple-camera system, each with a 50-megapixel resolution. This includes a main sensor, an ultrawide lens, and a telephoto lens.
The setup is different from the OnePlus 12, which has a 50MP main lens, 48MP ultrawide lens, and 64MP periscope telephoto lens.
The tipster also mentioned that the OnePlus 13’s telephoto lens will offer 3x optical zoom, similar to the OnePlus 12, but mentioned it as “upgraded.” It could mean a larger sensor size or other improvements in the camera hardware. Hasselblad will continue to provide its optimization for the phone.
Moreover, previous reports suggest that OnePlus 13 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. The battery is also expected to get an upgrade.
Leaks suggest that the upcoming OnePlus flagship will be fueled by a 6000mAh cell, up from the 5400mAh capacity in the OnePlus 12. That should translate to longer usage times between charges. Speaking of which, the phone is said to support 100W wired charging but is rumored to lack wireless charging support.
OnePlus reintroduced wireless charging with the OnePlus 12 after omitting it from the OnePlus 11. However, it seems the company might omit this feature again with the OnePlus 13.
The OnePlus 13 will undoubtedly be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset which is expected to debut in October this year. The Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro are likely to be the first phones with the 8 Gen 4, but the OnePlus 13 is also expected to launch in the same month which will make it one of the first devices to feature this new chip.
DELL announced five Snapdragon-powered laptops last month – the XPS 13 (9345), Inspiron 14, Inspiron 14 Plus, Latitude 7455, and Latitude 5455. With the Snapdragon chip, the XPS 13 received a massive battery life improvement as compared to its Intel-powered version.
On the Computex keynote Qualcomm’s CEO Cristiano Amon invited Dell’s senior suit Sam Burd to task about the result of their adoption of the Snapdragon X Elite chip. As he said, the new Snapdragon-powered XPS 13 now “delivers multi-day battery life”.
The Snapdragon-powered laptops are clearly more efficient
He noted that the laptop achieves 27 hours of video streaming on a single charge. This is reportedly 9 hours more than the Intel version.
The XPS 13 with Intel’s Meteor Lake series Core Ultra 7 155H CPU equips the same 55Wh battery as the one with Snapdragon X Elite, X1E-80-100. The Snapdragon version is clearly much more power efficient as it houses the same 13.4-inch FHD+ display with 500 nits peak brightness. You get the same 60W Type-C adapter for charging as the Intel version.
The new Arm-based XPS 13 comes with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD. For connectivity, you get 2 x full-function USB-C ports with 40Gbps bandwidth, Power Delivery, and DisplayPort support.
This laptop offers a Graphite backlit keyboard with a fingerprint reader and a multi-touch gesture-enabled precision touchpad with haptic feedback. You get a 1080p webcam for video calling alongside an IR camera for seamless facial recognition.
For audio, the machine equips a quad-speaker design that includes both a tweeter and woofer (2W x 4 = 8W total).
In addition to the power-efficient operation, you also get the benefit of the AI capabilities of the new chip. The new XPS 13 lets you experience Microsoft’s new Recall feature that can answer your questions based on what you have done or seen on your computer screen in recent times. It takes snapshots of apps, files, emails and websites you’ve seen before and saves them locally. Paired with the AI smarts it allows you to do certain things more efficiently.
Infinix has officially announced a brand-new budget smart TV model in the Indian market. The company unveiled the new Infinix 32Y1 Plus Smart TV, which dropped for an affordable price tag. So here is everything you need to know like its specs and pricing.
Infinix 32Y1 Plus Smart TV Specs
The new 32Y1 Plus model sports a 32-inch HD-ready display that offers up to 250 nits of peak brightness. Infinix promises to offer sharp visuals and vibrant colors on this TV, which is surrounded by slim bezels. For audio, the 32Y1 Plus Smart TV also comes with dual 16W stereo speakers that support Dolby Audio for a more immersive experience when watching your favorite movies or series. Under the hood, the latest budget TV is equipped with a quad core processor that is paired with 4GB of RAM.
This smart TV arrives with a compact and slim remote control that houses minimal keys and dedicated hotkeys for convenient transition to your favorite streaming platforms like Jio Cinema, Hotstar, Prime Video, YouTube, and more. Connectivity options include 2 HDMI ports (includes HDMI ARC support on one port), 2 USB ports, a LAN connection, and a headphone jack. You can even connect the new TV wirelessly mirror via the Miracast feature. It also arrives with preloaded apps like Jio Cinema, Hotstar, Prime Video, YouTube, and more.
Pricing and Availability
Infinix has just launched the 32Y1 Plus Smart TV in India for 9,499 INR (roughly 114 US Dollars). It will be available for purchase via Flipkart, a popular e-retailer in the region. The first sale of the new budget smart TV will kick off on 24th June 2024. This new smart TV model is the direct successor to last year’s portfolio, so we can expect more models to drop in the near future.
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