3rd Gen iPhone SE with 4.7-inch display could launch in 2022; 6.1-inch punch-hole display in 2023 model

When Apple launched the iPhone SE (2020), there was quite a bit of disappointment among the tech community when Apple made the decision to simply recycle the iPhone 8 design. Fresh rumours have surfaced now that suggest Apple will continue to use the same 4.7-inch LCD screen for an iPhone SE update in 2022.

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LG Ultra Gear 17 with 17-inch WQXGA display, 11th gen Intel Core i5, GTX 1650Ti announced

LG has announced the launch of a new high performance laptop in South Korea, called the Ultra Gear 17. It features a large 17-inch display, a 11th Gen Tiger Lake Intel Core processor, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650Ti GPU inside.

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Mi Home is the top exclusive smartphone retail store in India: UNOMER

According to a research study by UNOMER, Xiaomi’s exclusive experience stores, called Mi Home, has been named the top exclusive retail store in India. The research study, called the “Smartphone Retail CSAT Benchmarking Research Report”, was based on various customer satisfaction parameters and included India’s top smartphone manufacturers such as Vivo, OPPO, Samsung, Apple, etc.

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Instagram introduces Remix feature for Reels to rival TikTok’s duet feature

Instagram has rolled out a new update to Reels that adds a feature called Remix. The feature is nearly identical to TikTok’s Duet feature, allowing users to create a Reel next to one another Reel that already exists.

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You can now add GIFs and emoji to Fleets on Twitter

Fleets, a feature on Twitter that allows users to post temporary content that disappears after 24-hours, is getting a new update that will allow users to add gifs, stickers and emoji, making them more fun and personalized. The feature is rolling out today on Twitter app for both iOS and Android users.

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Microsoft Cortana app no longer available on Android and iOS

Cortana, the AI- based digital voice assistant from Microsoft, is no longer available on both Android and iOS. The company had earlier revealed plans in July, 2020 to remove the standalone Cortana app from these platforms, and along with it, they have also ended support for third-party Cortana skills.

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Skullcandy Dime truly wireless earbuds launched in India for Rs. 2249

Skullcandy, a popular manufacturer of audio products, has announced the launch of Dime truly wireless earbuds in India. These earbuds feature a 12 hour battery life, IPX4 certification, Bluetooth 5.0, micro-USB charging and more.

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Arm v9 architecture with specialized processing, improved security and artificial intelligence capabilities announced

Arm, the company that develops the instruction set that runs most of the world’s electronics, has unveiled their next generation “v9” architecture. It features improvements in three key areas – improved security,  specialized AI capabilities and maximizing performance improvements gen-over-gen.

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Google Maps update add Indoor Live View, improved weather and air quality information and more

Google is always looking into new ways to integrate Artificial Intelligence  (AI) into their products and apps. The company has begun rolling out multiple new features and experiences in Google Maps that have been made possible by AI, such as providing the most fuel-efficient routes, more information about the weather and air quality, Live View for indoor locations and more.

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ASUS launches ZenBook 13 OLED and range of VivoBook models powered by AMD Ryzen 5000 U-Series in India

ASUS has announced the launch of a bunch of new laptops in their VivoBook and ZenBook lineups in India. The entire range is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen 5000 U-Series processors, they come in both traditional clamshell and flip-able form factors and even feature OLED display options.

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Samsung Neo QLED 8K TVs and LG 8KOLED TV and QNED TVs receive Wi-Fi 6E certification

In the world of wireless connectivity, the Wi-Fi 6E standard is quite new. Samsung and LG, two of the world’s leading manufacturer of TVs, has announced that their 2021 premium TVs have received official Wi-Fi 6E certification from the Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA).

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References to Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 spotted in Galaxy Wearables APK teardown

Often within the code of companion Android apps for wearable devices, there can reference to new and upcoming products ahead of their official launch. In the new Galaxy Wearable app’s APK from Samsung, there are references to a possible Galaxy Buds 2, suggesting that the device is in development.

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Apple expands Independent Repair Provider program to more than 200 countries including India

Apple has announced that they are expanding the Independent Repair Provider program to more than 200 countries, including India, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Singapore and more. The program is designed to help independent Apple service centers receive training and access to Apple genuine parts, tools and repair manuals.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Long Term Review

Since Apple introduced the AirPods 1st gen back in 2016, the truly wireless earphones industry has grown significantly, with nearly every smartphone manufacturer offering their own TWS earbuds to go with their smartphones. After a long time, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Buds Live in 2020, featuring a new and unique form factor that caught everyone’s attention. The design was polarizing to say the least, and it was also the first truly wireless earbuds from Samsung to feature active noise cancellation.

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Nokia Lite Earbuds (BH-205) images surface as it gets FCC certification

New truly wireless earbuds from Nokia have been spotted via an FCC certification, with the product name BH-205. Images of the wireless earbuds have surfaced, showing its overall measurements,  its internals, charging case, and a quick start guide.

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