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Android 16 to Bring Major UI Overhaul With New Quick Settings, Background Blur Effects and More

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Highlights

  • Android 16 to introduce a redesigned Status Bar with a bold 5G icon, left-aligned clock and new battery & charging icons.
  • The update features a combined Wi-Fi/Bluetooth toggle, resizable Quick Settings tiles and blurred frosted glass backgrounds.
  • It is further expected to include blur effects for Pixel Launcher, PIN entry and Recents menu, sleeker volume sliders and new custom icon shapes.

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Caption – Android 16 to introduce Major UI Overhaul. (Image credit – Android Authority)

Google is getting ready to launch Android 16 in the next couple of months and a new report reveals it’s bringing one of the biggest design changes in years. Along with earlier hints about updated Lock Screen widgets, the latest word points to a full visual refresh that includes changes to the Status Bar, Quick Settings and more. Here’s a round-up of all we know.

Android 16 – What to Expect?

As reported by Android Authority, Android 16 will give Android phones a cleaner and more modern look. Starting with the Status Bar, the update will include a bolder font for the 5G icon, a new left-aligned clock that appears bigger than in Android 15, and battery and charging icons redesigned to resemble iOS.

Revamped Notifications & Quick Settings

One of the biggest updates is coming to the Notifications and Quick Settings panel. Android 16 will bring a combined Wi-Fi and Bluetooth toggle, a more streamlined tile editor, and the ability to resize Quick Settings tiles. There will also be a one-click shortcut for quickly adding or removing tiles. Even the brightness slider is getting a fresh new design.

The look of the Notifications and Quick Settings panel will now adjust based on your theme. In light mode, you’ll see a blurred, frosted glass background. In dark mode, the background will become a deeper grey tone.

More UI Changes

That same blurred background effect is also reportedly coming to other parts of the system like the Pixel Launcher’s app drawer, the PIN entry screen and the Recents menu.

Google is also planning some small but noticeable UI tweaks. The date and weather will now show below the time on the home and lock screens. There’s also a new Compact Notification Shelf, which is an optional feature that collapses all lock screen notifications into a tiny translucent button below the clock. It’ll show contextual info and help keep things neat.

Sleeker Sliders and New Icons

Android 16 will also introduce sleek new sliders in the volume panel, replacing the current pill-shaped ones. These changes follow the Material Design 3 style and will appear when you press the volume buttons too.

The Media Output Switcher is also reportedly getting redesigned. The ‘Connect a Device’ button will now sit above the volume slider and be smaller in size compared to the longer button seen in Android 15.

Finally, the Pixel Launcher will get new custom icon shapes including fun options like an arch, a four-sided cookie, and a six-sided cookie.

FAQs

Q1. What major changes are coming to the Status Bar in Android 16?

Answer. Android 16 introduces a bolder 5G icon, a left-aligned clock, and redesigned battery and charging icons that resemble iOS styling.

Q2. How is the Quick Settings and Notifications panel being improved?

Answer. The update brings a combined Wi-Fi/Bluetooth toggle, resizable Quick Settings tiles, and a one-click shortcut for adding/removing tiles, plus blurred backgrounds.

Q3. What other UI enhancements are included in Android 16?

Answer. Blur effects will be added to Pixel Launcher, PIN entry, and Recents menu, while sleeker volume sliders and new custom icon shapes will further refine the design.

Also Read: Google to host special Android event on May 13 ahead of I/O 2025

Also Read: Nothing Phones eligible for Android 16 update

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 to Feature Exynos 2500 Chip, Snapdragon for Z Fold 7: Report

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Highlights

  • The Galaxy Z Flip 7 will use Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2500, while the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will stick with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processor.
  • Samsung opted for Exynos in Flip 7 due to cost savings, as Snapdragon would have increased costs by more than 20%.
  • The Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 are expected to be officially launched in July.

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Caption – Galaxy Z Flip 7 previously leaked render. (Image credit – OnLeaks/Android Headlines)

Samsung is reportedly going back to its original plan for this year’s foldables. A new report says the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be powered by Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2500 chip, while the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will stick with a Snapdragon processor.

There’s been a lot of confusion around this decision. At first, Samsung was expected to use the Exynos 2500 in the Flip 7, marking the first time a foldable from the brand would move away from Qualcomm’s high-end Snapdragon chips. But after some performance and production issues with Exynos, reports suggested the company might revert to Snapdragon for both models.

Now, it looks like Samsung is sticking with the Exynos plan for the Flip 7 after all.

According to a report from Chosun Daily, Samsung’s decision comes down to two main factors, which are cost and chip yield. Qualcomm’s chip apparently raised costs by “more than 20%,” which would’ve been hard to absorb in the Flip 7’s pricing.

“It appears the company has determined that yield has stabilised to a workable level. The relatively smaller shipment volumes of foldable phones, compared to the Galaxy S series, also made it easier to opt for Exynos,” an industry official was quoted in Chosun Daily report on condition of anonymity.

Even though the Exynos 2500 yield is still low, around 20–40%, far below Samsung’s usual target of 60% for large-scale production, the company is moving forward with it anyway. The cost savings seem to outweigh the concerns, especially since the Flip model is more price-sensitive than the Fold.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will continue to use Snapdragon, likely because it’s positioned as the more premium device.

Samsung is expected to officially launch the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 in July.

FAQs

Q1. What processors will the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 use?

Answer. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be powered by Samsung’s Exynos 2500 chip, while the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will continue using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processor.

Q2. Why did Samsung choose Exynos 2500 for the Flip 7 instead of Snapdragon?

Answer. Samsung opted for Exynos 2500 in the Flip 7 due to cost savings, as using Snapdragon would have raised costs by more than 20%. Despite low yield rates, Samsung is moving forward with Exynos.

Q3. When will the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 launch?

Answer. Samsung is expected to officially launch the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 in July.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Specs Leaked Ahead of Launch: Confirms Small Battery, 200MP Camera and More

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: New Leak Reveals Camera Details and Exynos 2400E Chipset

Apple Posts $95.4 Billion in Q2 2025 Revenue, Tim Cook Talks Tariffs, Increase Costs by $900 Million and Pricing Future

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Highlights

  • Apple reported $95.4 billion in revenue, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations with a $24.78 billion profit. Services saw double-digit growth.
  • Apple absorbed $900 million in tariff costs this quarter with CEO Tim Cook stating there are no immediate price hikes, but future changes are possible.
  • Apple is shifting production to India and Vietnam to mitigate tariff effects, while maintaining customer loyalty and cash flow stability.

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Caption – Apple reports Q2 2025 earnings with $95.4 billion in revenue. (Image credit – 9to5Mac)

Apple has announced its earnings for fiscal Q2 2025, reporting $95.4 billion in revenue for the quarter. This is up from $90.75 billion during the same period last year. This number also beats Wall Street’s expectations of $94.68 billion. Profit for the quarter stood at $24.78 billion.

In terms of earnings per share, Apple delivered $1.65, slightly above the $1.63 expected by investors.

Here’s a quick look at the major numbers –

  • Total revenue – $95.4 billion
  • iPhone revenue – $46.84 billion
  • Mac revenue – $7.95 billion
  • iPad revenue – $6.4 billion
  • Wearables, Home, and Accessories – $7.52 billion
  • Services revenue – $26.64 billion

Apple CEO Tim Cook highlighted the company’s growth in services and new product launches.

“Today Apple is reporting strong quarterly results, including double-digit growth in Services,” said Tim Cook. “We were happy to welcome iPhone 16e to our lineup, and to introduce powerful new Macs and iPads that take advantage of the extraordinary capabilities of Apple silicon. And we were proud to announce that we’ve cut our carbon emissions by 60 percent over the past decade,” Cook further added.

CFO Kevan Parekh also noted solid cash flow and customer loyalty, “Our March quarter business performance drove EPS growth of 8 percent and $24 billion in operating cash flow, allowing us to return $29 billion to shareholders,” he said. “And thanks to our high levels of customer loyalty and satisfaction, our installed base of active devices once again reached a new all-time high across all product categories and geographic segments.”

Will Apple Raise Product Prices?

During the earnings call, Tim Cook addressed the possibility of product price hikes due to tariffs. Apple expects to absorb $900 million in tariff costs this quarter. For now, that cost isn’t being passed on to customers but Cook didn’t rule out future increases.

“Obviously, we’re very engaged on the tariff discussions,” Cook said.

“We believe in engagement and will continue to engage. On the pricing piece, we have nothing to announce today. I’ll just say that the operational team has done an incredible job around optimizing the supply chain of the inventory, and we’ll obviously continue to do those things to the degree that we can,” Cook explains.

Apple is already shifting manufacturing out of China, ramping up production in India for U.S.-bound devices and using Vietnam for other hardware. Still, tariff exemptions could change, especially if U.S. trade policy tightens.

Tim Cook’s full quote from the earnings call – “Now let me walk you through the impacts of tariffs in the March quarter and give you on what we expect for the June quarter. For the March quarter, we had a limited impact from tariffs as we were able to optimize our supply chain and inventory. For the June quarter, currently we are not able to precisely estimate the impact of tariffs as we are uncertain of potential future actions prior to the end of the quarter. However, for some color, assuming the current global tariff rates, policies, and applications do not change for the balance of the quarter, and no new tariffs are added, we estimate the impact to add $900 million to our costs. This estimate should not be used to make projections for future quarters, as there are certain factors that benefit the June quarter. For our part, we will manage the company the way we always have, with thoughtful and deliberate decisions, with a focus on investing for the long term, and with dedication to innovation and the possibilities it creates.”

As of now, Apple product prices remain unchanged but that could shift depending on future trade decisions.

FAQs

Q1. How much revenue and profit did Apple report for Q2 2025?

Answer. Apple announced $95.4 billion in revenue, exceeding Wall Street’s expectations of $94.68 billion. The company reported a profit of $24.78 billion, with earnings per share at $1.65.

Q2. Will Apple raise product prices due to tariffs?

Answer. Apple absorbed $900 million in tariff costs this quarter. While prices haven’t increased yet, CEO Tim Cook stated that future price hikes haven’t been ruled out.

Q3. How is Apple responding to tariff challenges?

Answer. Apple is shifting production to India for U.S.-bound devices and using Vietnam for other hardware to mitigate tariffs. Cook emphasised optimising supply chains.

Also Read: Apple Posts Record Growth in India in June Quarter: Apple CEO Tim Cook

Also Read: Apple Watch Helps Ohio-Based 57-Year-Old Man Get Life-Saving Treatment After Stroke During Workout

Sony PlayStation Plus Free Games for May 2025 – Ark, Balatro, and Warhammer 40K Boltgun Lead the Lineup

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Highlights

  • PlayStation May’s free titles include Ark: Survival Ascended (PS5), a dinosaur survival game, Balatro (PS5, PS4), a poker-inspired deck-builder and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun (PS5, PS4), a retro FPS set in the Warhammer universe.
  • These games will be available from May 6 to June 2 for PS Plus members.
  • Players have until May 5 to claim April’s free titles before they leave the catalogue.

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Caption – Sony PlayStation Plus Free Games for May 2025. (Image credit – Sony)

Sony has announced the free monthly games for PlayStation Plus subscribers in May 2025, and there’s a solid mix of genres on offer. This month’s lineup includes Ark: Survival Ascended, Balatro, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun. These titles will be available to all PS Plus members from May 6 to June 2.

The announcement was made through the official PlayStation Blog, but to the disappointment of some fans, Until Dawn, which had been rumoured and didn’t make the cut.

Here’s a closer look at each game included in May’s offering –

Ark: Survival Ascended (PS5 only)

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Caption – Ark: Survival Ascended (PS5 only). (Image credit – Sony)

This survival game has been fully rebuilt using Unreal Engine 5, offering high-end graphics, better physics, and several quality-of-life improvements. In Ark: Survival Ascended, players can form tribes, tame and breed hundreds of dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures, explore massive maps, craft items, build bases and fight to survive.

It includes access to all major Ark expansions like Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, Genesis Part 1 & 2, and more. The game supports:

  • Online multiplayer for up to 70 players
  • Private sessions for up to 8 players
  • Local split-screen for 2 players

Balatro (PS5, PS4)

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Caption – Balatro (PS5, PS4). (Image credit – Sony)

Balatro is a poker-inspired roguelike deck builder where strategy and synergy are everything. Players combine valid poker hands with powerful joker cards to create game-breaking combos. The goal is to earn enough chips to defeat challenging blinds and make it through each round.

Along the way, you’ll discover hidden bonus hands and new decks, all while trying to survive until the final ante. With its unique mechanics and strategic depth, every decision matters in this creative card-based adventure.

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun (PS5, PS4)

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Caption – Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun (PS5, PS4). (Image credit – Sony)

If you’re into fast-paced shooters with a retro vibe, Boltgun delivers. Set in the Warhammer 40K universe, this throwback FPS lets you step into the armour of a Space Marine and take on Chaos Space Marines and daemons of Chaos.

Inspired by the style of 1990s shooters, Boltgun features fast movement, pixelated gore, massive explosions, and huge levels to explore. It’s classic “boomer shooter” action with a Warhammer twist,

run, jump, and blast through hordes of enemies in true over-the-top fashion.

Also, a reminder: PS Plus members have until May 5 to grab April’s titles, RoboCop: Rogue City, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory, before they’re gone.

So mark your calendars for May 6 and get ready to add three new titles to your library!

FAQs

Q1. What are the free PlayStation Plus games for May 2025?

Answer. Sony is offering Ark: Survival Ascended (PS5), a dinosaur survival game, Balatro (PS5, PS4), a poker-inspired deck-builder, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun (PS5, PS4), a retro FPS set in the Warhammer universe. These games will be available from May 6 to June 2.

Q2. What makes Ark: Survival Ascended different from the original Ark game?

Answer. Ark: Survival Ascended has been fully rebuilt using Unreal Engine 5, featuring high-end graphics, better physics, and several quality-of-life improvements. It also includes all major Ark expansions, supports up to 70-player online multiplayer, and offers private sessions for up to 8 players.

Q3. Until when can players claim April’s PlayStation Plus free games?

Answer. PS Plus members have until May 5 to grab April’s titles, which include RoboCop: Rogue City, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory, before they leave the catalogue.

Also Read: Sony Xperia 1 VII Appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 12GB RAM

Also Read: PlayStation Plus January 2025: Fans Predict Resident Evil Village and More Free Games

Xiaomi Unveils MiMo-7B – Xiaomi’s First Open-Source AI Model for Reasoning and Code Generation

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Highlights

  • MiMo-7B is Xiaomi’s first open-source AI model designed for logic-driven tasks, outperforming OpenAI & Alibaba in math benchmarks.
  • It is built with 200B reasoning tokens and trained on 25 trillion tokens.
  • It uses multiple-token prediction for faster inference and reinforcement learning for improved accuracy.
  • Available on GitHub & Hugging Face

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Caption – Xiaomi Unveils MiMo-7B. (Image credit – Xiaomi)

Xiaomi has officially launched its first open-source large language AI model named MiMo-7B. Created by its newly formed Big Model Core Team, MiMo-7B is built to handle reasoning-heavy tasks and coding.

According to reports, the AI Model is already outperforming some big names in the field such as OpenAI and Alibaba when it comes to math and code-related benchmarks. Here’s what we know about the model as of now.

Xiaomi MiMo-7B

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Caption – Xiaomi MiMo-7B outperforms OpenAI and Alibaba’s model. (Image credit – Gizmochina)

Xiaomi’s MiMo-7B is a 7-billion-parameter model. Even though it’s much smaller than most of today’s top models, Xiaomi says it can match the performance of larger systems like OpenAI’s o1-mini and Alibaba’s Qwen-32B-Preview. All three models are designed for tasks that involve logical reasoning.

How Xiaomi MiMo-7B Was Trained?

The strength of MiMo-7B comes from its intense training process. Xiaomi put together a dense dataset with 200 billion reasoning tokens and trained the model with a total of 25 trillion tokens across three phases.

Instead of the usual next-token prediction method, Xiaomi used a multiple-token prediction approach, which it says speeds up inference without sacrificing quality.

After pre-training, Xiaomi applied several techniques to fine-tune the model. It introduced a unique reinforcement learning method called Test Difficulty Driven Reward to solve the issue of weak reward signals in complex RL tasks. It also used something called Easy Data Re-Sampling to keep the training stable.

On the infrastructure side, Xiaomi built a Seamless Rollout system that helps reduce GPU downtime during training and validation. Thanks to this, Xiaomi claims a 2.29× boost in training speed and nearly 2× better validation performance. This system also supports more advanced inference strategies like multiple-token prediction in vLLM environments.

MiMo-7B Goes Open Source

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Captopm – MiMo-7B Goes Open Source versions. (Image credit – Gizmochina)

There are four versions of MiMo-7B available to the public:

  • Base – The raw, pre-trained version
  • SFT – Fine-tuned using supervised learning
  • RL-Zero – Reinforcement-learned from the base version
  • RL – Built on top of the SFT version, this one is said to deliver the best accuracy

And Xiaomi has benchmark scores to back it up. The MiMo-7B-RL model reportedly scores

  • 8% on MATH-500
  • Over 68% on the 2024 AIME dataset
  • 8% on LiveCodeBench v5
  • Just under 50% on LiveCodeBench v6

For broader tasks like DROP, MMLU-Pro, and GPQA, the scores sit in the mid-to-high 50% range, not groundbreaking, but pretty solid for a 7B model.

You can now find MiMo-7B on Hugging Face under an open-source license. If you want to dive deeper, all the model checkpoints and documentation are available on GitHub.

FAQs

Q.1 What is Xiaomi MiMo-7B, and what makes it unique?

Answer. MiMo-7B is Xiaomi’s first open-source AI model designed for reasoning-heavy tasks and coding. Despite having 7 billion parameters, Xiaomi claims it can match larger models like OpenAI’s o1-mini and Alibaba’s Qwen-32B-Preview in logic-driven benchmarks.

Q2. How was MiMo-7B trained, and what techniques were used?

Answer. Xiaomi trained MiMo-7B with 200 billion reasoning tokens and 25 trillion tokens using a multiple-token prediction approach, which speeds up inference. It also applied reinforcement learning techniques, including Test Difficulty Driven Reward and Easy Data Re-Sampling, to improve accuracy while maintaining stability.

Q3. Where can developers access MiMo-7B, and what versions are available?

Answer. MiMo-7B is available on Hugging Face and GitHub under an open-source license. Xiaomi has released four versions including Base, SFT, RL-Zero and RL.

Also Read: OpenAI launches O3 Mini: A fast and affordable AI for STEM and coding

Also Read: Xiaomi 15S Pro officially confirmed, expected to feature Xiaomi’s in-house chip

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Specs Leaked Ahead of Launch, Confirms Small Battery, 200MP Camera and More

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Highlights

  • Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leaks reveal Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the back and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 on the 6.7-inch 1440p display.
  • It’s powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite with 12GB RAM, offers 256GB or 512GB storage and includes a 200MP main sensor, 12MP ultrawide camera and 3,900mAh battery.
  • Expected to be announced on May 13 and released on May 23 in Korea and China, with a wider global rollout on May 30.

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Caption – Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leaked renders. (Image credit – WinFuture)

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is just a couple of weeks away from launch. While a lot of key product details are already out in the open, we now have the full picture of what to expect in terms of specs from this super-slim smartphone, thanks to a new leak. Here’s all we know.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Specs Leaked

The latest leak, shared by WinFuture, includes detailed images and the full spec sheet of the Galaxy S25 Edge, confirming nearly everything about the device.

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Caption – Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leaked renders. (Image credit – WinFuture)

As previously rumoured, the phone is just 5.85mm thick, making it one of Samsung’s slimmest phones yet. It also uses some interesting new materials. The back is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the display is covered with Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, not the Gorilla Armor 2 used on the S25 Ultra.  The display itself is a 6.7-inch 1440p panel.

The new leak also confirms previous rumours that the Galaxy S25 Edge is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, along with 12GB of RAM. Storage options include 256GB and 512GB variants.

One of the biggest trade-offs for the slim design is the battery. It’s confirmed to have a 3,900 mAh battery, just like earlier rumours suggested. That’s 1,000 mAh less than what you get in the Galaxy S25+, or about 20% less capacity. On the plus side, the phone is very light, weighing only 163g.

The phone will be available in three colours, Titanium Silver, Titanium Icyblue and Titanium Jet Black.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge – Camera Specs

We recently found out that the selfie camera will use Samsung’s S5K3LU sensor with a 1/3.2″ type size. Now, the same source has revealed full camera details for the device.

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Caption – Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge rear cameras. (Image credit – SammyGuru

The Galaxy S25 Edge won’t have a telephoto camera, but it will feature the same 200 MP main sensor found in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, using a 1/1.3″ sensor. The ultrawide camera is a 12 MP unit with a 1/2.55″ sensor, identical to what’s found on the Galaxy S25 and S25+. That means the S25 Ultra’s 50 MP ultrawide camera will remain exclusive to that model.

While the lack of a dedicated telephoto lens might disappoint some, the 200 MP main camera is capable of delivering solid 2x zoom shots. We saw this in action in the Galaxy S25 Ultra review. Customers will probably be eyeing the S25 Edge for how slim it is, not for top-tier camera performance.

And unlike the iPhone 17 Air, it at least includes an ultrawide shooter.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge – Launch Date and Other Speculations

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Caption – Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch date hinted at in recently leaked marketing poster. (Image credit – @evleaks on X)

Leaker Evan Blass on X (formerly Twitter) account @evleaks recently shared a teaser for the S25 Edge launch event, which was quickly taken down by Samsung. This somehow confirms that the official announcement is set for May 13.

If the latest rumours are correct, the Galaxy S25 Edge will be announced on May 13 with the release happening on May 23 in Korea and China. It’s expected to roll out to other markets including the US on May 30.

There’s been some chatter that Samsung might rename the device to “Galaxy S25 Slim” after a mention on its website. However, that seems unlikely. Samsung has already made the “Edge” branding public, used it in official announcements and even mentioned it during their most recent earnings call. The “Slim” mention was probably just a simple mistake on Samsung’s part.

FAQs

Q1. What makes the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge stand out from other S25 models?

Answer. The Galaxy S25 Edge is one of Samsung’s thinnest phones, measuring just 5.85mm thick. It features Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the back and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 on the 6.7-inch 1440p display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with 12GB RAM and offers 256GB or 512GB storage.

Q2. What are the camera specifications of the Galaxy S25 Edge?

Answer. The phone includes a 200MP main sensor and a 12MP ultrawide camera, but does not have a dedicated telephoto lens. The 200MP sensor is capable of delivering solid 2x zoom shots, similar to what was seen in the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Q3. When will the Galaxy S25 Edge be available?

Answer. The official announcement is expected on May 13, with the initial release on May 23 in Korea and China. A global rollout is expected on May 30.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch likely on May 13, leaked poster suggests

Sony Xperia 1 VII Appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 12GB RAM

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Highlights

  • Sony Xperia 1 VII spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12GB RAM and Android 15.
  • It scored 2,967 (single-core) and 9,017 (multi-core) in tests.
  • Expected – 48MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide & periscope telephoto, 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD slot and dual speakers.
  • No official launch date yet.

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Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII real-life images revealed. (Image credit – sumahodigest)

Just a few weeks ago we had leaked real-life images of the Sony Xperia 1 VII doing rounds online. And now Sony’s upcoming flagship phone has been spotted on the Geekbench listing, revealing some key details. Here’s what we know based on recent leaks.

Sony Xperia 1 VII on Geekbench

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Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII on Geekbench. (Image credit – Xpertpick)

According to a recent Xpertpick report, the Geekbench listing has a new device with model number XQ-FS54, which lines up with Sony’s naming system for European models. This device the tech experts believe is most likely the European version of the Xperia 1 VII.

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Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII on Geekbench. (Image credit – Xpertpick)

The Geekbench listing doesn’t mention the chipset by name, but it’s paired with an Adreno 830 GPU and has a CPU clock speed of up to 4.32GHz. This points to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, Qualcomm’s latest high-end processor, which has already been rumoured for this phone.

The listing also shows the phone packs 12GB of RAM and runs on Android 15. As for performance, the Xperia 1 VII scored 2,967 in the single-core test and 9,017 in the multi-core test. These scores match what we’ve seen from other Snapdragon 8 Elite devices, confirming that Sony is actively testing the hardware.

Sony Xperia 1 VII – Design and Hardware Features (Expected)

Previously leaked renders and hands-on photos have already given a closer look at the upcoming flagship.

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Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII real-life images revealed. (Image credit – sumahodigest)

Sony is sticking to its familiar tall design. The phone reportedly measures 161.9 x 74.5 x 8.5mm, and up to 11mm thick at the camera bump. It has a flat frame with all the buttons, including power, volume and a dedicated camera shutter, on the right side. Meanwhile, the left side remains clean.

Sony is keeping some fan-favourite features that other flagship brands have moved away from, like a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD/SIM slot. You’ll also find dual front-facing speakers, a USB-C port and a vertical triple camera setup on the back.

The main camera is expected to be a 48MP sensor with OIS. There’s also a 12MP ultra-wide lens and a 12MP periscope telephoto camera that supports variable zoom between 70mm and 200mm.’

Sony Xperia 1 VII – Launch Timeline

Sony hasn’t officially revealed a launch date for the Xperia 1 VII just yet. But now that both hands-on images and benchmark scores are making the rounds, an official announcement could be right around the corner.

FAQs

Q1. What chipset and memory does the Sony Xperia 1 VII feature?

Answer. The Xperia 1 VII is listed on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, Adreno 830 GPU, 12GB RAM, and Android 15, confirming its flagship specs.

Q2. What camera setup does the Xperia 1 VII have?

Answer. The phone is expected to feature a 48MP main camera with OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP periscope telephoto camera supporting variable zoom between 70mm and 200mm.

Q3. Has Sony confirmed the Xperia 1 VII launch date?

Answer. Sony hasn’t officially revealed a launch date yet, but with hands-on images and benchmark listings surfacing, an official announcement seems imminent.

Also Read: Sony Xperia 1 VII CAD Renders Reveal Key Design Elements and Features

Apple Watch Helps Ohio-Based 57-Year-Old Man Get Life-Saving Treatment After Stroke During Workout

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Highlights

  • The Fall Detection feature on Apple Watch helped an Ohio man get emergency stroke treatment.
  • This feature detects hard falls and prompts users to call for help.
  • It can also automatically contact emergency services if needed.

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Caption – The Fall Detection feature was introduced in 2018 with the Apple Watch Series 4. (Image credit – Apple)

An Apple Watch played a crucial role in saving the life of a 57-year-old man from Ohio after he suffered a stroke while working out.

According to a report by 9to5Mac, Derick Grant was skipping rope in his driveway on a hot summer day when he decided to push himself a little harder. Soon after finishing his workout, he collapsed and lost feeling in his arms and legs.

Based on the viral video, it was claimed that Grant’s Apple Watch detected the fall using its Fall Detection feature and asked if he wanted to call emergency services. At first, Grant dismissed it, thinking he just needed a moment to recover. But as his condition didn’t improve, he accepted the prompt and called for help.

Paramedics arrived shortly after and began treating him for a stroke. The Apple Watch also notified his emergency contact, which helped speed up the response. All of this combined likely played a key role in saving his life.

How Apple Watch Fall Detection Works?

Apple introduced Fall Detection in 2018 with the Apple Watch Series 4. The feature is designed to recognise hard falls, sound an alarm and display a prompt for emergency assistance.

If the user doesn’t respond, the watch can automatically contact emergency services and share the user’s location.

This isn’t the first time the Apple Watch has helped in a life-threatening situation. Earlier this year, it helped save a 55-year-old man from Massachusetts who blacked out while driving and ended up trapped upside down in a neighbour’s swimming pool.

In another incident shared on X (formerly Twitter) in October 2024, an Apple Watch Series 10 alerted an elderly woman to atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart’s upper chambers beat rapidly and irregularly. Thanks to the early warning, she was able to seek medical attention in time.

FAQs

Q1. How did the Apple Watch help save a 57-year-old Ohio man’s life?

Answer. The Apple Watch detected his fall using the Fall Detection feature and prompted him to call emergency services. When his condition worsened, he accepted the prompt, leading paramedics to arrive and treat him for a stroke.

Q2. How does Apple’s Fall Detection work?

Answer. Fall Detection recognises hard falls, sounds an alarm, and displays a prompt for emergency assistance. If the user doesn’t respond, the watch automatically contacts emergency services and shares the user’s location.

Q3. Has Apple Watch helped in similar life-threatening situations before?

Answer. Yes! It previously helped a man trapped in a pool after blacking out while driving and alerted an elderly woman to atrial fibrillation (AFib), allowing her to seek medical attention in time.

Also Read: Leaked Apple Watch Series 10 Prototype Shows a New Unseen Health Sensor

YouTube Tests Blurred Thumbnails for Mature Content to Make Search Safer

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Highlights

  • YouTube is testing a blurred thumbnail feature for search results containing mature or suggestive content.
  • The blur effect applies only to thumbnails while titles, channel names and descriptions remain visible. Users can manually unblur thumbnails if desired.
  • The feature is currently being tested with a small group of users.

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Caption – YouTube is working on a new feature to blur thumbnails of mature content. (Photo by Christian Wiediger on Unsplash)

YouTube is testing a new feature that blurs video thumbnails in search results for content related to mature or sexual themes. The idea is to help users especially younger ones avoid unexpectedly seeing sensitive visuals while browsing.

This feature is currently being tested with a small group of users.

According to Google, this experiment is part of YouTube’s efforts to create a safer experience for users of all ages. Even if a video follows YouTube’s Community Guidelines, its thumbnail might still show suggestive imagery. YouTube wants to address that by blurring such thumbnails.

In an official post dated April 29, 2025, YouTube explained, “We’re experimenting with a new feature that’s aimed at providing safer search experiences for all users.” It added, “For search queries that frequently include sexual themes, the search results may display blurred thumbnails.”

YouTube hasn’t shared exactly which keywords or topics will trigger this blur effect, but it confirmed that only the thumbnails will be blurred. Everything else such as the video title, channel name and description will still be visible.

Also, the feature won’t be locked in and users will have the option to manually unblur the thumbnail if they want to. The goal of the test is to see if this extra step helps users “avoid accidentally viewing content that follows YouTube’s Community Guidelines but may be sensitive in nature.”

YouTube clarified that this isn’t about censorship or blocking content. It’s simply a visual buffer to let people decide if they want to click on a video or not.

This test is different from Google’s SafeSearch, which filters and blurs explicit content entirely. In contrast, YouTube’s feature doesn’t block videos, it just softens the visuals by blurring the thumbnails. It could be particularly useful for parents who want an added layer of protection for their kids or for users who want to steer clear of mature imagery while casually browsing.

There’s no word yet on when this feature will roll out to everyone. YouTube says it’s “rolling this test out to a small percentage of viewers” for now.

According to reports, the company will likely use the trial period to track engagement, gather feedback and decide whether the feature should be expanded.

FAQs

Q1. What is YouTube testing with blurred thumbnails?

Answer. YouTube is experimenting with a blurred thumbnail feature for search results related to mature or suggestive content, aiming to create a safer browsing experience.

Q2. Can YouTube users still view the original thumbnails?

Answer. Yes, YouTube only blurs the thumbnails, while the video title, channel name, and description remain visible. Users can manually unblur thumbnails if desired.

Q3. When will this YouTube feature roll out to all users?

Answer. YouTube is testing the feature with a small group of users, tracking engagement and feedback before deciding on a broader rollout.

Also Read: YouTube Shorts Gets New Editing Tools, AI Stickers & More

Also Read: Google to Host Special Android Event on May 13 Ahead of I/O 2025

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Launch Likely on May 13, Leaked Poster Suggests

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Highlights

  • A leaked poster suggests that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge may launch on May 13, 2025, with a possible global release on May 30.
  • The phone may feature a 6.55-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12GB RAM and a 200MP camera.
  • The expected price starts at ₩1,500,000 (approx ₹89,200).
  • BIS certification hints at a possible India release, though details are yet to be confirmed.

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Caption – Upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge on display. (Image credit – SamMobile)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge have had plenty of leaks and rumours surfacing online, revealing details about the phone’s specs and launch date. While it was initially expected to launch in April, that got delayed. Now, a leaked promotional poster suggests the phone may officially launch on May 13. Here’s what we know.

Galaxy S25 Edge Launch Date Leaked

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Caption – Recently leaked Samsung promotional poster. (Image credit – @evleaks on X)

Tipster Evan Blass recently posted a leaked promotional teaser of the Galaxy S25 Edge on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The poster shows the phone’s slim side profile along with the phrase

“Beyond Slim” is mentioned on the poster, which strongly hints at the upcoming S25 Edge. It also features an Italian launch date: “13 maggio 2025,” which translates to May 13, 2025.

This aligns with earlier reports, although Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed anything yet. Meanwhile, another leak suggests a global release could happen later on May 30. Earlier rumours claimed the phone would launch only in South Korea and China, but recent developments hint at a wider release.

Galaxy S25 Edge – What We Know So Far?

  • The Galaxy S25 Edge is expected to be just 83mm thin, making it one of Samsung’s slimmest phones ever.
  • The display is rumoured to be a55-inch 120Hz AMOLED panel.
  • The phone will reportedly be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage.
  • It might feature a titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 protection for added durability.
  • It’s likely to pack a 3,900mAh battery with support for 25W charging.
  • On the camera front, it could sport a 200MP main sensor.
  • Pricing is expected to start at around 1,500,000 South Korean won (roughly ₹89,200).

The Galaxy S25 Edge has also received BIS certification, hinting at a possible India launch. However, we’ll need to wait for official details on its price and availability in the country.

FAQ

Q1. When is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge expected to launch?

Answer. A leaked promotional poster suggests the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge may launch on May 13, 2025, with a possible global release on May 30.

Q2. What are the key features of the Galaxy S25 Edge?

Answer. The phone is expected to be 5.83mm thin, featuring a 6.55-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 12GB RAM, up to 512GB storage and a 200MP main camera.

Q3. Will the Galaxy S25 Edge be available in India?

Answer. The phone has received BIS certification, hinting at a possible India launch, but official details on pricing and availability are yet to be confirmed.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Full Roundup – Price, Specs & Build

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