Rachel Manalo, 18 weeks pregnant, used her Apple Watch’s ECG feature to detect a dangerously high heart rate.
Apple Watch helped in the timely diagnosis of ventricular tachycardia.
Saved both mother and baby.
No matter how one looks at the latest innovation, technology often comes to our rescue when we need it the most.
This time, the Apple Watch has practically saved not one but two lives.
Rachel Manalo, a pregnant woman, believes her Apple Watch saved both her life and her baby’s life.
As reported by ABC News San Diego, at 18 weeks pregnant, Manalo began feeling her heart racing persistently.
Apple Watch ECG feature saves pregnant woman and her baby. (Photo by Blocks Fletcher on Unsplash).
Using the watch’s ECG (electrocardiogram) feature, she discovered her heart rate was 150 bpm for over 40 minutes.
The app urged her to seek medical help.
Soon doctors diagnosed her with ventricular tachycardia—a dangerous condition that could lead to a heart attack.
While speaking to the media, Manalo described how the Apple Watch helped, “I would feel tired, short of breath. […] I click the EKG function on my watch. And then you place your finger on the crown and lay your arm still on the table.”
The ECG result was inconclusive but alarming enough for her to take action.
Her doctor, Dr. Nguyen, explained the severity of the condition, especially during pregnancy.
“That type of heart issue, if not taken care of, can lead to a heart attack. And then you add on that she was pregnant,” said Dr. Nguyen.
Apple Watch helped in the timely diagnosis of ventricular tachycardia.
Nguyen also didn’t miss the opportunity and highlighted the value of wearable health data.
The Doctor stated that information from devices like the Apple Watch can be useful for doctors to assess potential health issues early.
Thanks to the timely diagnosis, Manalo received treatment and had a healthy pregnancy.
It is important to know that the Apple Watch doesn’t replace professional medical care.
However, features such as ECG available on Apple Watch Series 4 and later (excluding SE models), can alert users to potential health problems and encourage them to seek medical advice.
FAQs
Q1. How can I use the ECG feature on my Apple Watch?
Answer. To use the ECG feature on your Apple Watch (Series 4 and later, excluding SE models), open the ECG app and rest your arm on a table.
Place your finger on the Digital Crown and hold still for 30 seconds.
The watch will record your heart’s electrical activity and provide a reading.
Q2. What is Fall Detection, and how do I enable it on my Apple Watch?
Answer. Fall Detection is a safety feature available on Apple Watch Series 4 and later.
It detects hard falls and can automatically call emergency services if you don’t respond to the alert.
To enable it, open the Watch app on your iPhone, go to “Emergency SOS,” and toggle on “Fall Detection.”
Q3. How do I track my workouts using the Apple Watch?
Answer. To track workouts, open the Workout app on your Apple Watch. Select the type of workout you want to track, such as running, cycling, or swimming, and tap “Start.”
The watch will monitor your activity, including metrics like distance, heart rate, and calories burned.
Reports suggest major advertisers like Facebook use Active Listening software.
It captures real-time conversations to pair voice data with behavioural data for targeted ads.
Cox Media Group’s pitch deck reveals details.
Just when you thought online ads couldn’t get any more creepy, it looks like those social mediaapps could be listening to your conversions for targeted ads.
Yes, we don’t like how it sounds but this could be true.
How many times has it happened that you just thought about something and a related ad appears on your phone?
Facebook’s advertising partners confirmed the existence of ‘Active Listening. (Image Credit – Gizmochina).
We all can agree that it happens a lot.
Well, it looks like your phone apps may be indulging in practices that shouldn’t be legal to begin with.
Last week, discourse about online targeted advertising got spookier when Facebook’s alleged Ad partner bragged about “Active listening” to user conversations to show them exactly what they need at the right time.
404 Media, a new independent media company founded by technology journalists Jason Koebler, Emanuel Maiberg, Samantha Cole, and Joseph Cox, recently revealed details on the use of Active Listening software.
According to a report from 404 Media, a leaked pitch deck from Cox Media Group (CMG) reveals the use of AI-driven technology to listen to conversations in real time.
This alleged allows advertisers to pair voice data with behavioural data for targeted ads.
“Advertisers can pair this voice data with behavioural data to target in-market consumers,” the deck reads.
Leaked documents highlight Cox Media Group (CMG) as a key player, though companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon deny involvement in such programs.
Is “Active Listening” Technology Even Legal?
Reports suggest major advertisers like Facebook use Active Listening software.
CMG’s pitch notes the legality of this practice.
The concerns are reportedly mentioned in the pile of terms of service agreements. It enables them to create user profiles for more personalized ads.
“We know what you’re thinking. Is this even legal?” noted a blog post from CMG from November last year.
“It is legal for phones and devices to listen to you. When a new app download or update prompts consumers with a multi-page term of use agreement somewhere in the fine print, Active Listening is often included,” CMG blog concludes.
Tech Companies Deny Using ‘Active Listening’ Technology
It captures real-time conversations to pair voice data with behavioural data for targeted ads.
Meta and Amazon have distanced themselves from these practices.
Meanwhile, Google removed CMG from its Partners Program after being contacted for comment.
A Meta spokesperson reportedly informed the media that CMG was a general partner and not a partner in the program advertised in the deck.
“Meta does not use your phone’s microphone for ads and we’ve been public about this for years. We are reaching out to CMG to get them to clarify that their program is not based on Meta Data,” a Meta spokesperson noted.
FAQs
Q1. What is Active Listening software and how is it used in advertising?
Answer. Active Listening software is an AI-driven technology that listens to real-time conversations, allowing advertisers to pair voice data with behavioural data for targeted ads.
Major tech companies might be using this technology to create more personalized ads.
However, companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon deny involvement in such programs.
Q2. What are the concerns associated with Active Listening software?
Answer. The use of Active Listening software raises concerns that it invades user privacy by collecting voice data without explicit consent.
This issue highlights the need for greater transparency, legality, and consumer awareness in digital advertising.
Q3. Does Meta use active listening?
Answer. “Meta does not use your phone’s microphone for ads and we’ve been public about this for years.
We are reaching out to CMG to get them to clarify that their program is not based on Meta Data,” a Meta spokesperson clarified.
Elon Musk’s X TV App, a new live-streaming app for smart TVs, is now in beta.
Available on multiple platforms.
Offers features like Replay TV, Startover TV, and Free Cloud DVR.
Users need an X account to access the app.
The full release date is yet to be confirmed.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk announced the beta rollout of the X TV app.
The live-streaming app is specifically designed for smart TVs.
It will combine live content with viral videos.
The X TV app beta is now available on several app stores.
In a post on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Musk quoted a post from the engineering team confirming the development.
“TV app beta rolling out,” Musk quoted the original post.
X’s Engineering Team posted a preview of X TV on its X official handle Engineering @XEng.
The team posted, “The X TV app beta is now available on several app stores, with more platforms on the way 📺. Paired with our upcoming Video Tab, this marks a massive leap forward in transforming X into a video-first platform and unlocking new opportunities for creators, advertisers, and our partners.”
TV app beta rolling out
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 3, 2024
Elon also quotes another post by DogeDesigner @cb_doge with a short video introducing the X TV app. The UX/UI & Graphic Designer at Dogecoin & MyDoge announced that the beta is now available in several app stores. “It’s available on LG, Amazon Fire TV, and Google TV, with more integrations coming soon,” it posted.
Beta version of 𝕏 TV is out
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 3, 2024
The app will be available on Google Play, LG’s app store, and Amazon App Store, supporting devices like Amazon Fire TV, LG webOS, Android TV, and Google TV.
Users need an X account to access the app, which offers features like Replay TV (72-hour content storage), Startover TV (restart live shows), and Free Cloud DVR (100 hours of content recording without extra fees with a Free Cloud DVR).
Many users have highlighted significant concerns about user privacy.
However, the app remains in its early stages with a possibility of these issues getting resolved in the future.
There is no official confirmation of X TV’s full release date yet.
However, the platform promises free content for now with upcoming exclusive content, live events, and news.
According to a Fortune report, Elon is positioning the X TV app on similar grounds to Google’s YouTube TV app.
Experts view it as a sign of Musk’s “intent to challenge the popular video-sharing platform.”
Musk is clearly taking a cautious approach with the gradual rollout plans.
The app is promising and aims to become a “digital town square on your TV.”
FAQs
Q1. What is the X TV App?
Answer. X TV is a new live-streaming app launched by Elon Musk, currently in beta.
It combines live content with viral videos and is available on platforms like Google Play, LG’s App Store, and Amazon App Store.
The app supports devices such as Amazon Fire TV, LG webOS, Android TV, and Google TV.
Q2. What features does the X TV app offer?
Answer. The app currently offers free content and promises upcoming exclusive content, live events, and news.
Key features of the X TV app include Replay TV (72-hour content storage), Startover TV (restart live shows), and Free Cloud DVR (100 hours of content recording).
Q3. How can users access X TV?
Answer. Users need an X account to access X TV.
While there are some privacy concerns, the app is still in its early stages, and these issues may be resolved in the future.
The full release date for X TV has yet to be confirmed.
The video games market will reach $473.7 billion by 2027, as per BBC Research.
Best-selling video games in the world in 2024: Minecraft, GTA 5, Tetris and more.
Video games have always been popular but the recent surge has been astounding to witness.
One of the fastest-growing sectors in the entertainment industry, BCC Research projects that the market will reach $473.7 billion by 2027.
The growing accessibility of gaming across multiple platforms and players getting a wide range of experiences with creative gamer developers prepared to above and beyond are some of the reasons why we have seen this surge in the gaming sector.
Moreover, the rise of esports has also transformed the gaming sector.
It has now become a spectator sport, where millions of viewers watch skilled players compete in different virtual arenas.
So, in case you are wondering which are best-selling video games contributing the most to the booming video game sector, we have rounded up a list for you.
Without further ado, here’s a list of the best-selling games in the world:
Position
Rank & Title
Sale Numbers
Initial Release Date
1
Minecraft
300,000,000
November 18, 2011
2
Grand Theft Auto V
200,000,000
September 17, 2013
3
Tetris (EA)
100,000,000
September 12, 2006
4
Wii Sports
82,900,000
November 19, 2006
5
PUBG: Battlegrounds
75,000,000
December 20, 2017
6
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
71,360,000
May 29, 2014
7
Red Dead Redemption 2
65,000,000
October 26, 2018
8
Terraria
58,700,000
May 16, 2011
Minecraft
Minecraft is one of the most popular video games with over 300 million copies sold worldwide.
Genres: Action-adventure game, Nonlinear gameplay
Publisher: Mojang Studios
Series: Minecraft
Platform: Multi-platform
A 2011 sandbox game, Minecraftis one of the most popular video games with over 300 million copies sold worldwide.
It is a unique dynamic three-dimensional gameplay.
Players get to explore a virtual world and extract materials along with craft tools to build structures.
The game is made from blocks that players can transform as per their imagination.
The game has two main modes – survival mode and creative mode.
Based on what mode you choose, you can fight hostile mobs or else even compete against other players.
Grand Theft Auto V
The game was developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games, set in the fictional state of San Andreas.
A 2013 action-adventure game, Grand Theft Auto Vis the seventh main entry in the Grand Theft Auto series.
The game was developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games.
It is set in the fictional state of San Andreas, based in Southern California.
The single-player follows three protagonists—retired bank robber Michael De Santa (Ned Luke), street gangster Franklin Clinton (Shawn Fonteno), and drug dealer and gunrunner Trevor Philips (Steven Ogg).
The player with these characters commits heists.
Tetris (EA)
The game reached 100 million paid downloads by 2010.
Genres: Video Game, Puzzle Video Game
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Series: Tetris
Platform: Multi-platform
Tetris is an all-time bestseller.
It was a puzzle video game developed by EA Mobile and published by Electronic Arts for iOS, Android, BlackBerry OS, and Windows Phone.
The game reached 100 million paid downloads by 2010.
While was discontinued and rendered inoperative once EA’s license expired in 2020, classic continues to guide various other versions such as Tetris Effect: Connected and Puyo Puyo Tetris 2.
Wii Sports
Nintendo’s best-selling video game with close to 83 million copies worldwide.
Genres: Sports Video Game, Action game, Fighting game, Simulation Game
Publisher: Nintendo
Series: Wii
Platform: Wii
Wii Sports is Nintendo’s best-selling video game with close to 83 million copies worldwide.
It has five sports simulations—tennis, baseball, bowling, golf, and boxing.
Players get to use the Wii Remote control to replicate real-life sports actions. Apart from the sports simulations, Wii Sports also offers training and fitness modes.
Players can also monitor their progress players’ progress different modes including the sports simulations.
PUBG: Battlegrounds
PUBG is the best-selling game on PC and Xbox One platforms.
Genres: Battle royale game, Shooter Video Game, Massively multiplayer online game, Action-adventure game
Publisher: Krafton
Series: PUBG Universe
Platform: Multi-platform
PUBGis a popular name today even outside of the gaming community.
The game carved the path for the battle royale genre with its massive success.
It is the best-selling game on PC and Xbox One platforms.
It is a last-survivor game that involves up to one hundred players parachuting onto an island.
These players scavenge for gear and weapons and engage in an intense battle.
The game eventually throws in tighter encounters and battle scenes until a player or team emerge victorious.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe sales have reached nearly 64 million, which makes it the sixth-best-selling game of all time.
Genres: Racing Video Game, Action game
Publisher: Nintendo
Series: Mario Kart
Platform: Wii U/ Switch
As of June 30, 2023, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe stands out as one of the top-selling games for the Nintendo Switch.
Its total sales have reached nearly 64 million, which makes it the sixth-best-selling game of all time.
Mario Kart 8 involves players choosing characters from the Mario universe and racing in go-kart tracks.
The game has four difficulty levels with different speeds.
Players are allowed to select the challenge level before every race.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 55 million copies by August 2024.
Genre – Action-adventure
Publisher: Rockstar Games
Series: Red Dead
Platform: Multi-platform
The latest edition of Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 55 million copies by August 2024.
It is a Rockstar Western epic that provides an immersive experience through first- and third-person perspectives.
It allows players to explore an open interactive world.
The gameplay includes shootouts, robberies, hunting, horseback riding, and interactions with non-player characters.
The game goes one notch above by throwing in moral choices and undertaking deeds where players also get to manage their character’s honour rating.
Terraria
Terraria, a 2D sandbox game, sold 58.7 million copies as of June 2024.
Genres: Action-adventure game, Nonlinear gameplay
Publisher: Re-Logic / 505 Games
Series: NA
Platform: Multi-platform
Terraria is a 2D sandbox game developed by Re-Logic.
For many gamers, this could be a surprising entry on the list of best-selling games.
The game sold 58.7 million copies as of June 2024 to find itself a place in the list of best-selling video games of all time.
Thirty-two million copies of this were sold for PC alone.
First released in 2011 for Windows, it since has been ported to other devices and console platforms.
In Terraria, players get to participate in crafting, building, painting, and combat creatures in a virtual world.
FAQs
Q1. What are some ways to make money in GTA 5?
Answer: In GTA 5, you can make money by completing missions, participating in heists, investing in the stock market, robbing stores, and completing side activities like races and bounty hunting.
Q2. What are the different game modes in Minecraft?
Answer: Minecraft has several game modes: Survival (where players must gather resources and maintain health), Creative (where players have unlimited resources and can fly), Adventure (where players can play custom maps and adventures), and Spectator (where players can fly through blocks and observe the world without interacting).
Q3. What are the different game modes in PUBG?
Answer: PUBG offers several game modes, including Solo, Duo, and Squad, where you can play alone, with a partner, or in a team of up to four players.
There are also various event modes and custom matches with unique rules and objectives.
Q4. How do I access GTA Online?
Answer: To access GTA Online, select the “Online” tab from the pause menu in GTA 5.
You can create a character and join multiplayer sessions with other players to complete missions, participate in races, and engage in various activities.
Q5. How do I switch between characters in GTA 5?
Answer: To switch between characters in GTA 5, hold down the character switch button (default is the D-pad on consoles or the Alt key on PC) and use the right stick or mouse to select the character you want to switch to.
A WHO-commissioned review found no evidence linking mobile phone use to an increased risk of brain cancer.
The review analysed 63 studies from 1994 to 2022.
It examined various cancers and exposures.
Although, the IARC classifies mobile phone radiation as “possibly carcinogenic.”
The WHO has called for continued research.
We have some good news for all mobile phone addicts out there.
Mobile phones are often blamed for a lot of modern-day health problems, but we can cross off brain cancer for now.
Turns out your addiction to your mobile has no link to brain cancer.
A recent review commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) has found no evidence that mobile phone use increases the risk of brain cancer.
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (Arpansa) led the review.
The review analyzed 63 studies conducted between 1994 and 2022.
The finding shows that despite the widespread use of mobile devices across the world, there is no significant rise in brain cancer cases to draw any link or conclusions.
The study co-author and professor of cancer epidemiology at the University of Auckland, New Zealand, Mark Elwood revealed that the research focused on the effects of radiofrequency energy, used in mobile phones and other devices like televisions and baby monitors.
The WHO has called for continued research.
“None of the major questions studied showed increased risks”, Elwood stated.
He said, “None of the major questions studied showed increased risks.” The review looked at cancers of the brain in adults and children, as well as cancer of the pituitary gland, salivary glands and leukemia and risks linked to mobile phone use, base stations, or transmitters, as well as occupational exposure.
The study looked at brain cancers in both adults and children, as well as cancers of the pituitary and salivary glands and leukaemia.
Moreover, it also studied exposure to mobile phone base stations, transmitters, and occupational exposure.
The recent WHO study finding aligns with earlier studies conducted in similar realms.
The WHO, however, has called for continued research on the long-term health effects of mobile phone radiation.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) currently classifies mobile phone radiation as “possibly carcinogenic” (Class 2B).
This designation means that a potential risk cannot be fully ruled out, though no direct link has been confirmed.
Since the IARC’s last review in 2011, new data has emerged, prompting the advisory group to recommend an urgent re-evaluation of this classification.
A WHO-commissioned review found no evidence linking mobile phone use to an increased risk of brain cancer.
The study results will eventually be part of a broader WHO assessment expected in early 2024.
We can, however, expect more findings and data to emerge.
As for now, the study results should offer some respite to mobile phone users as the present evidence doesn’t indicate a significant health risk.
“We concluded the evidence does not show a link between mobile phones and brain cancer or other head and neck cancers. Even though mobile phone use has skyrocketed, brain tumour rates have remained stable,” said lead author Ken Karipidis in a release. The systematic review, led by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (Arpansa), examined more than 5,000 studies on the subject.
FAQs
Q1. Does mobile phone use increase the risk of brain cancer?
Answer: According to a recent study commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no evidence that mobile phone use increases the risk of brain cancer.
The study analyzed 63 studies conducted between 1994 and 2022 and found no significant rise in brain cancer cases linked to mobile phone use.
Q2. What did the WHO recently say about mobile phones?
Answer: The WHO study examined brain cancers in both adults and children, as well as cancers of the pituitary and salivary glands and leukaemia.
The study found no increased risks from these exposures, aligning with earlier studies.
However, the WHO calls for continued research on the long-term health effects of mobile phone radiation.
The capacitive surface is rumoured to be functional for zooming, focusing, and taking pictures. Apple’s cases will integrate the Capture button without a cutout.
Third-party cases are expected to include a dedicated cutout.
Many iPhone 16 rumours have been circulating online for a while now.
Almost every small detail about the upcoming iPhones is already out.
With the launch day approaching, we are still getting new reveals practically every other day.
Recent leaks hint at some significant design tweaks and reveal colour options.
Here’s everything you need to know about the recent rumours.
The iPhone 16 series will get a dedicated Capture button. (Image Source – X).
The dedicated capture button on the iPhone 16 series is one of the biggest design tweaks that we will soon get to see.
And the recent rumour suggests Apple is currently planning an “integrated design” to ensure iPhone 16 cases accommodate the design addition.
Popular leaker Duan Rui suggested on X that Apple’s official iPhone case “won’t have this opening, and it will be made into an integrated design that won’t affect the normal use of the capacitive button.”
The button, as per reports, has been designed to be positioned on the right-hand side of the phones. It is also where the mmWave 5G antenna is located on the iPhone 15.
This unusual position presents a challenge for iPhone case makers.
Now the reports of “integrated design” mean Apple’s cases won’t have a separate cutout for the Capture button.
Instead of the cutout, the cases will accommodate the capture button seamlessly without interfering with the functionality.
However, when it comes to third-party case makers making cases of the iPhone 16 series with a capture button, they will most likely include a dedicated cutout.
As for Apple’s FineWoven cases, there’s no word on whether the company will reintroduce them for the iPhone 16 or not.
Leaked case third-party iPhone 16 case images. (Image Credit – Duan Rui on X).
Speaking of the new capture button, here are some of the functionality expected from the capture button –
Responds to touch and pressure, capture button can perform different tasks based on how the user presses it.
Rumours have also suggested that the button will most likely work similarly to a DSLR camera.
Zoom in and out functionality by swiping left and right on this button.
The button could be used to focus on an image with a light press.
The capture button can start a recording by hard press.
iPhone 16 Series – Possible Colour Variants
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus to retain their existing screen sizes.
In other reports, iPhone 16 possible colour variants have been leaked online.
So, here’s what we know so far about iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro colour options.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus colour options-
Leaked images of dummy iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. (Credit – X User).
Blue
Pink
White
Black
Green
iPhone 16 Pro Models colour options-
Leaked dummy iPhone 16 Pro images. (Credit – X User).
Natural Titanium
Desert Titanium
White Titanium
Black Titanium
Meanwhile, 9to5Mac also revealed an image that clearly shows the new gold colour coming to the iPhone 16 Pro lineup this year.
This leaked image identified the natural grey titanium colour, which was in the iPhone 15 Pro before.
New gold titanium iPhone 16 Pro colour as per the 9to5mac exclusive source.
This image shows a more gold-style colour than the dummy unit images, which were more brown than gold.
iPhone 16 Series – All Rumoured Features
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max to feature larger displays – Pro – 6.3 inches and Pro Max to 6.9 inches.
iPhone 16 Series – iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max
All iPhone 16 models to get the new A18 Pro chip.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus to retain their existing screen sizes.
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max to feature larger displays – Pro – 6.3 inches and Pro Max to 6.9 inches.
Dedicated “Capture Button.”
Advanced Apple Intelligence capabilities.
Machine learning and AI-driven features.
Substantial camera upgrades
Apple’s iPhone 16 event will take place on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT on Monday, September 9.
Apple iPhone 16 Specs
GENERAL
Sim Type
Dual Sim, GSM+GSM
Dual Sim
Yes
Sim Size
Nano + eSIM
Device Type
Smartphone
Release Date
September 07, 2024 (Expected)
DISPLAY
Type
Color OLED Screen (1B Colors)
Touch
Yes
Size
6.12 inches, 1200 x 2600 pixels, 120 Hz
Aspect Ratio
20:9
PPI
~ 447 PPI
Features
Super Retina XDR Display, HDR Display, True Tone, Wide Color (P3), Haptic Touch, 1200 Nits Max Brightness (HDR), Support for Display of Multiple Languages and Characters Simultaneously
AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC‑3), Dolby Digital Plus (E‑AC‑3), Dolby Atmos and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX and AAX+)
Video
HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2 and Motion JPEG, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG
FM Radio
No
Document Reader
Yes
BATTERY
Type
Non-Removable Battery
Size
3500 mAh, Li-ion Battery
Fast Charging
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes, 25W MagSafe
Music Playback Time
100 hours
FAQs
Q1. When and where is the Apple iPhone 16 event taking place?
Answer. The event is scheduled for September 9 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET.
It will include both an in-person gathering at Apple Park and a virtual experience.
Q2. What products are expected to be unveiled at the event?
Answer. Apple is set to unveil four new iPhones: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Additionally, two new smartwatches, likely the Apple Watch Series 10, will be introduced.
Q3. What new software will be introduced with the iPhone 16 series?
Answer. The iPhone 16 series will debut with iOS 18, which includes new Apple Intelligence tools.
The software update is expected to roll out to users in October.
Q4. What are the new colours Apple introducing for the iPhone 16 Pro?
Answer. Apple is expected to introduce a stunning gold titanium colour for the iPhone 16 Pro, alongside the existing Natural Titanium, White Titanium, and Black Titanium options.
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However, before we get to see the fan edition, several rumours are circulating online giving us a sneak peek at what to expect from the upcoming launch.
Recently, leaker Yogesh Brar on X (previously known as Twitter) posted key features of the upcoming Galaxy S24 FE along with its expected price.
As per the leak, the following are the key features to expect from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 FE –
7″ FHD+ dynamic AMOLED, 120Hz
Exynos 2400e
50MP + 12MP (UW) + 8MP (Tele)
10MP selfie
up to 12/256GB
Android 14, One UI 6.1
4,600mAh battery, 25W charging
IP 68 rating
Apart from a faster processor and larger screen, the leaker also hinted that the Galaxy S24 FE price in India will be ₹50,000 (i.e. sub-$600 approximately).
If the rumours of the S24 FE getting an upgraded 6.7-inch display stand true, it means the upcoming smartphone will be of the same size as Galaxy S24+ but at a significantly lower price.
It is also important to note that there are still unclear reports about the processor.
The Galaxy S24 FE is expected to have a 6.7″ FHD+ dynamic AMOLED display, Exynos 2400e processor, 50MP + 12MP + 8MP cameras, and a 10MP selfie camera.
The phone is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor in the U.S. or the Exynos 2400e processor abroad.
This promises faster performance and better energy efficiency.
According to the rumours, the camera system of the Galaxy S24 FE remains consistent.
Galaxy S24 FE will offer the best features of the flagship smartphone at a budget-friendly price point.
Users will get a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP ultrawide, and an 8MP zoom camera.
Battery life, on the other hand, will come from more efficient components and not a direct increase in battery size.
Users will get a typical capacity of 4,565 mAh.
The Galaxy S24 FE expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor in the U.S.
While we still have to wait for an official update or confirmation, the recent leaks suggest that the Galaxy S24 FE is shaping up well.
The large screen and powerful performance with affordability is a perfect combination to win users.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Specs
GENERAL
Sim Type
Dual Sim, GSM+GSM
Dual Sim
Yes
Sim Size
Nano+Nano SIM
Device Type
Smartphone
Release Date
May 25, 2024 (Expected)
DESIGN
Bezel less
Yes
DISPLAY
Type
Color Dynamic AMOLED (16M Colors)
Touch
Yes
Size
6.1 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz
PPI
~ 405 PPI
Notch
Yes, Punch Hole
MEMORY
RAM
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
Storage Type
UFS 4.0
Card Slot
No
CONNECTIVITY
GPRS
Yes
EDGE
Yes
3G
Yes
4G
Yes
5G
Yes
VoLTE
Yes, Dual Stand-By
Vo5G
Yes
Wifi
Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes, v5.2
USB
Yes, USB-C
USB Features
USB on-the-go
EXTRA
GPS
Yes with A-GPS
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes
Face Unlock
Yes
Sensors
Accelerometer, Proximity
3.5mm Headphone Jack
USB Type-C
NFC
Yes
Water Resistance
Yes
IP Rating
IP68
Dust Resistant
Yes
CAMERA
Rear Camera
108 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP + 5 MP with autofocus
Features
Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus
Q1. What will be the key camera features of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
Answer: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is expected to have a triple camera setup with 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 8MP telephoto lenses. It will also have a 10MP selfie camera.
Q2. How much the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE will cost in India?
Answer: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is rumoured to be priced at around ₹50,000, which is approximately under $600. This makes it a budget-friendly option with flagship features.
Q3. Will the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE have different processors in different regions?
Answer. Yes, according to the rumours, the Galaxy S24 FE will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor in the U.S. and the Exynos 2400e processor in other regions.
Q4. What battery is expected in the Galaxy S24 FE?
Answer. The Galaxy S24 FE is expected to have a 4,600mAh battery with 25W charging.
While the battery capacity remains typical, the phone will benefit from more efficient components, promising better energy efficiency and potentially longer battery life.
Q5. Will Galaxy S24 FE and Galaxy S24+ have the same display?
Answer. The Galaxy S24 FE is rumoured to have a 6.7-inch display, which is the same size as the Galaxy S24+.
However, the S24 FE is expected to be available at a significantly lower price, making it a more budget-friendly option with a similar display size.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are rumoured to have nearly identical looks.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is expected to have a 6.88-inch screen, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra might feature a 6.86-inch screen.
Both devices will weigh around 225 grams and have ultra-thin bezels of approximately 1.15mm.
Comparing Apple to Orange (Samsung) isn’t new.
No matter how distinct the range is, every new launch on both sides brings a whole set of comparisons and discourses.
With Apple’s Mega Event just around the corner, we can assume many comparisons are awaiting us.
Just to refresh memory, here’s a glance at the predecessors – Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Both are similar but far from identical. However, rumours suggest 16 Pro Max and S25 Ultra will be nearly identical. (Image Credit – PhoneArena).
The ball has already started rolling with the recent reports of “similarities” between the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra.
One well-knownSamsung insiderdays before Apple’s next launch event reveals interesting facts about both handsets.
According to ICE UNIVERSE @UniverseIce on X (Previously known as Twitter), upcoming the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra may end up looking surprisingly similar.
iPhone 16 Pro Max’s leaked render. (Image credit – Ice Universe on X).
The Ice Universe posted, “When the iPhone 16 Pro Max is released, you will know more about the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Because the two have almost the same screen size, length, width, height, and bezel. But the S25 Ultra does not have the annoying dynamic island, Therefore, the front appearance of the S25 Ultra will be more Ultra.”
When the iPhone 16 Pro Max is released, you will know more about the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Because the two have almost the same screen size, length, width, height, and bezel. But the S25 Ultra does not have the annoying dynamic island, Therefore, the front appearance of S25 Ultra… pic.twitter.com/p68qoAmbm7
— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) September 3, 2024
Now, the allegation of “looking similar” shouldn’t be a surprise when it comes to smartphones.
Most modern-day smartphones look way similar.
However, what grabs attention is that as per industry insider Ice Universe, the two upcoming flagship phones will share nearly identical physical dimensions, screen sizes, and bezel thicknesses.
iPhone 16 Pro Max will measure 163.02 X 77.58 X 8.26mm, Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumoured to have 162.2 X 77.6 X 8.4mm dimensions.
As we cross-checked, the rumoured measurements are close enough to be nearly indistinguishable at first glance.
Parameters
iPhone 16 Pro Max
Galaxy S25 Ultra
Display
6.88-inch screen
6.86-inch screen
Dimensions
163mm height, 77.6mm width, 8.3mm depth
162.2mm height, 77.6mm width, 8.4mm depth
Weight
225 grams weight
221 grams weight
Bezels
1.15mm bezel size
1.15mm bezel size
Despite the design similarities between both devices, one noticeable difference will likely be the front camera design.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is expected to retain Apple’s Dynamic Island, a design feature that some users find polarizing.
Leaker Ice Universe claims that when the iPhone 16 Pro Max launches, a lot will be revealed about the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
In contrast, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will likely stick with a hole-punch camera, which many prefer for its minimalist look.
While these similarities may not be groundbreaking, they indicate that the next generation of flagship phones will push the boundaries of design.
These will offer even more screen space with thinner bezels, all while maintaining nearly the same size and weight as their predecessors.
FAQs
Q1. How similar are the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Answer. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is rumoured to have dimensions of 163mm height, 77.6mm width, and 8.3mm depth.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to measure 162.2mm in height, 77.6mm in width, and 8.4mm in depth. Both devices are said to weigh around 225 grams.
Q2. When is the iPhone 16 Pro Max launching?
Answer. The iPhone 16 will launch on September 9 during the next big Apple event alongside the rest of the iPhone including iPhone 16, Plus, and 16 Pro.
Q3. What is the expected launch date of Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Answer. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to be unveiled in January or February 20251.
Samsung typically releases its new smartphones about two weeks after the official announcement.
Xiaomi recently celebrated the 13th anniversary of its first phone launch.
The Xiaomi Mi 1 launch in 2011 offered high-end specs at an affordable price.
It sold 150,000 units in just 13 minutes.
Founded in 2010, Xiaomi started with MIUI, a custom Android ROM.
Xiaomirecently celebrated the 13th anniversary of its first phone launch.
The moment presents a perfect opportunity to look back and appreciate the inspiring journey of a tech company that started and evolved with a sheer commitment to innovation.
Without a doubt, Xiaomi’s rise from a humble startup that was developing hardware to a leading tech company with a global reach is a story of innovation and strategic growth.
From MIUI To HyperOS
Xiaomi initially focused on software.
Founded in 2010, Xiaomi initially focused on software.
The company was creating MIUI, a user-friendly custom Android ROM.
The company was creating MIUI, a user-friendly custom Android ROM.
It was widely appreciated for its smooth performance and extensive customization options.
Over the years, MIUI evolved, eventually leading to the development of HyperOS, marking a new chapter in Xiaomi’s software journey.
The Launch of Xiaomi Mi 1
The Mi 1 was developed keeping two basic concepts in mind.
This success of that, however, laid the foundation for the company’s expansion into hardware.
The company within a year launched the Xiaomi Mi 1 in 2011.
The Mi 1 was developed keeping two basic concepts in mind.
Providing value without breaking the bank.
The phone offered high-end specs at an affordable price.
It grabbed the attention of the customer and went on to sell 150,000 units in just 13 minutes.
This created enough of a buzz in the tech industry and established Xiaomi as a brand to look forward to.
Celebrated 13 Years of Xiaomi Mi 1
Celebrated 13 Years of Xiaomi Mi 1.
To celebrate the 13th anniversary of the Mi 1, Xiaomi has launched a contest on Weibo.
The brand offered the chance to win their latest foldable smartphone, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4.
More about Xiaomi Mi 1
The Mi 1 design was compact with 125 × 63 × 11.9mm dimensions and it weighed just 149 grams.
The Xiaomi Mi 1 was notable for its powerful specs.
The phone was equipped with a dual-core Snapdragon S3 processor, 1GB of RAM, and a transflective LCD from Sharp, making it a game-changer in the smartphone market.
The transflective LCD panel from Sharp came with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels.
The display configuration was rare for budget smartphones in those days.
The Mi 1 design was compact with 125 × 63 × 11.9mm dimensions and it weighed just 149 grams, making it a lightweight and easy-to-handle smartphone.
Xiaomi’s Global Growth
The Xiaomi Mi 1 launch in 2011 offered high-end specs at an affordable price.
It allowed the company to expand its product lineup and build a strong global presence.
Today, Xiaomi is more than just a smartphone manufacturer.
In about a decade, the brand has emerged as a global tech leader.
It offers a diverse product portfolio, which includes not only smartphones but also smart home devices and wearables.
Xiaomi – What’s in the Future?
Xiaomi continues to innovate with the introduction of HyperOS and advancements in smartphone technology.
While Xiaomi continues to innovate with the introduction of HyperOS and advancements in smartphone technology, it is poised to maintain its leadership in the industry.
The company’s journey from the Mi 1 to where it has reached today shows the management’s ability to adapt and grow.
The commitment to user satisfaction has ensured that Xiaomi today has a strong presence in the tech world.
FAQs
Q1. What was Xiaomi’s first smartphone?
Answer. Xiaomi’s first smartphone was the Xiaomi Mi 1, launched in 2011.
It featured high-end specifications at an affordable price, which helped it gain popularity.
Q2. What is HyperOS?
Answer. HyperOS is Xiaomi’s latest operating system, which evolved from its earlier MIUI.
It represents a significant advancement in Xiaomi’s software capabilities.
Q3. What are some of Xiaomi’s latest innovations?
Answer. Xiaomi continues to innovate with products like the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4, a foldable smartphone, and advancements in smart home technology.
The company is also focusing on the development of HyperOS and other technologies.
Q4. What was the first Xiaomi product?
Answer. Xiaomi’s first product was MIUI, a custom Android ROM, which was launched in 2010.
This software was designed to offer a more user-friendly and customizable experience compared to standard Android.
The company’s first hardware product was the Xiaomi Mi 1 smartphone, released in August 20112.
The Mi 1 featured high-end specifications at an affordable price, making it a significant milestone in Xiaomi’s journey.
Q5. What is the latest Xiaomi phone?
Answer. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is the latest Xiaomi phone. It was launched in February 2024.
This premium smartphone features a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, a 6.73-inch display, and an impressive camera system developed in collaboration with Leica.
