HONOR MagicBook 14 with 2.1K display, 12th Gen Intel i5 / i7 CPU, up to RTX 2050 GPU, sleek metal body announced

HONOR just announced the new MagicBook 14 laptop as the successor to last year’s model. It has a 14-inch 2.1K 3:2 screen with 100% sRGB high color gamut and a screen-to-body ratio of 88%. It has TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light and No Screen Flicker triple eye protection certification. The laptop is powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12500H processor with NVIDA RTX 2050 or NVIDIA MX550 options and also in Core i7-12650H model. Continue reading “HONOR MagicBook 14 with 2.1K display, 12th Gen Intel i5 / i7 CPU, up to RTX 2050 GPU, sleek metal body announced”

realme Pad Mini Review: Another budget realme tablet

realme launched the realme Pad mini, the company’s second tablet in India, last month, soon after the launch of its first realme Pad. This has a slightly smaller 8.7-inch WXGA+ display, comes with a sleek 7.6mm metal body, has dual speakers, and a 6400mAh battery. The MediaTek Helio G80 SoC is replaced by UNISOC T616 SoCthat is used in budget phones. Is this the best budget tablet? Let us dive into the review to find out. Continue reading “realme Pad Mini Review: Another budget realme tablet”

WhatsApp may add rich link previews to text status updates

WhatsApp Voice Notes

After rolling out Message Reactions, 2GB File Sharing on WhatsApp for Android, WhatsApp is now working on other new improvements to the status, the ability to generate rich previews when sharing a link as a text status update. Continue reading “WhatsApp may add rich link previews to text status updates”

Apple could move to USB-C for AirPods and other accessories

Over the last week, Ming-Chi Kuo and Bloomberg together reported that Apple will likely swap the iPhone from Lightning to USB-C charging as early as possible next year. However, it may also be logical to go over to USB-C at the same time that Apple gradually phases out Lightning ports for other existing products as well. Continue reading “Apple could move to USB-C for AirPods and other accessories”

Qualcomm Snapdragon Night event on May 20 — Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ expected

Qualcomm has scheduled its Snapdragon Night event in China on May 20th. It has confirmed that the company will unveil the new Snapdragon Mobile Platform at the event, which should be the most expected Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, months after it introduced the Snapdragon 778G+. Continue reading “Qualcomm Snapdragon Night event on May 20 — Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ expected”

OPPO Reno8 series coming on May 23; Snapdragon 7 Gen1 and Dimensity 8100 models expected

After rumours, OPPO has officially confirmed the launch of Reno8 series, the company’s next range of mid-range 5G smartphones and the successor to last year’s Reno 7 series in China on May 23rd. The company has not revealed any details about the phones, but based on the rumours, there could be three models, including one with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC that is expected to be introduced on May 20th. Continue reading “OPPO Reno8 series coming on May 23; Snapdragon 7 Gen1 and Dimensity 8100 models expected”

Google Messages might get context-aware star, schedule soon

Google Messages application will soon get some new features like Star messages, ‘Schedule in the moment’, and more. According to a decompilation by APK Insight, the latest beta version of the Messages app hinted at these possible upcoming features. Continue reading “Google Messages might get context-aware star, schedule soon”

realme Buds Q2s Review

realme launched Buds Q2s, its latest true wireless earbuds, in India last month as the cheaper version of the Buds Q2. This has several improvements compared to the first realme Buds Q that was launched back in 2020. This includes improved drivers, better low-latency gaming experience, longer battery life and fast charging while keeping the same price tag. So, are these the best true wireless earbuds for the price? Let us dive into the review to find out. Continue reading “realme Buds Q2s Review”

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 could bring major camera improvements

Samsung is gearing up to introduce its Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 smartphones later this year. A few days back, we saw some renders that depicted the smartphone’s design, along with information on display and dimensions. The latest leak from famous leaker Ice Universe suggests the camera specifications of the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold4. So let’s have a closer look at what the device will offer in terms of cameras. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 could bring major camera improvements”

Netflix live streaming service reportedly in the works

Netflix may be expanding its foray into livestreaming services. A report from Deadline says that Netflix is also thinking about adding live-streaming to its services. This would make it easier to order unscripted shows, stand-up specials, and other live events. Continue reading “Netflix live streaming service reportedly in the works”

A cheaper Apple TV is expected to launch later this year

A new Apple TV 4K model is expected to be released in the second half of 2022, according to renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, but it isn’t easy to decide whether it may be a “streaming box or HDMI stick”. In April 2021, Apple’s video streaming device got a much better processor, as well as a new and improved remote control. Continue reading “A cheaper Apple TV is expected to launch later this year”

Apple WWDC 2022 will feature a limited number of attendees in person

Apple already announced that its annual Worldwide Developer’s Conference will be streamed live online from June 6 to June 10, 2022. We now know there will be some limited in-person participation. However, Apple Park at 1 Infinite Loop in Cupertino will only let in a small number of developers. Continue reading “Apple WWDC 2022 will feature a limited number of attendees in person”

realme TechLife Watch SZ100 launching in India on May 18

realme will launch the Narzo 50 5G and Narzo 50 Pro 5G smartphones in India on May 18, alongside it will launch a new smartwatch labelled the realme TechLife Watch SZ100. Continue reading “realme TechLife Watch SZ100 launching in India on May 18”

Motorola’s upcoming RAZR said to feature bigger screens

Motorola’s forthcoming Razr 3, codenamed “Maven,” foldable device has been the subject of leaks in recent months, and the device is expected to feature new hardware as well as an improved design. Nevertheless, the very same clamshell design shape is predicted, and the device is expected to be released first in China, in mid-July or early August, and then in other global markets. Continue reading “Motorola’s upcoming RAZR said to feature bigger screens”

Gboard’s Emoji Kitchen expands new emoticons in Android 13 beta 2

Google I/O 2022 introduced new hardware and software, and also led to Android 13 Beta 2, the next major milestone in Google’s OS development. Gboard users can merge different existing emoticons to create a new emoji. Google has maintained this functionality with subsequent updates that have expanded emoji compatibility. And as part of Android 13 Beta 2, Google has upgraded Emoji Kitchen anew, so now more emojis can be kitchenized. Continue reading “Gboard’s Emoji Kitchen expands new emoticons in Android 13 beta 2”