HMD is reportedly working on a new mid-range phone called “Sage.”
Expected features include a 6.55-inch OLED screen, Unisoc’s T760 processor, dual 50-megapixel rear cameras, 33W wired charging and an IP52 rating.
Launch date, pricing and availability are still unknown.
HMD, the company known for Nokia smartphones, is steadily working to set its feet on the ground and establish itself as a reliable smartphone manufacturer.
The brand’s last release was just a few months ago and we are hearing hints of another mid-range handset already.
According to a recent leak shared by reliable source @smashx_60 HMD Meme’s on X (previously Twitter), HMD is working on a new mid-range phone called the “Sage.”
The leak includes some key specs of the upcoming smartphone along with renders that reminded us of the HMD Skyline released this year.
“SAGE”
– 6.55″ OLED FHD+, 90Hz
– 50MP / 50MP
– Unisoc T760 5G
– 33W fast charging, USB-C 2.0
– PC Frame, Matte back, Glass front
– IP52, 3.5mm. jack, NFC, etc.
— HMD_MEME’S (@smashx_60) October 26, 2024
Here’s everything we know about the HMD Sage based on the recent leak.
Design-wise, the Sage resembles the HMD Skyline, which itself draws inspiration from Nokia Lumia phones.
While similar overall, the Sage has a dual-camera layout on the back, unlike the Skyline’s triple-camera setup, and features HMD branding in the centre.
Renders reveal a polycarbonate frame with a matte finish in rumoured colour options of green, blue and red.
HMD Sage – Specs (Expected)
The HMD Sage is expected to sport a 6.55-inch OLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals
It will most likely powered by Unisoc’s T760 processor, the same chipset used in HMD’s recent Crest Max model. Details on the device’s RAM and storage are still unknown.
For cameras, leaks suggest a straightforward setup with dual 50-megapixel sensors on the back.
While battery capacity remains a mystery, the Sage is expected to support 33W wired charging through a USB-C port.
Additional features reportedly include an IP52 rating for dust and water resistance, a headphone jack, and NFC for contactless payments.
HMD Sage – Launch Date
HMD has yet to officially announce the Sage. This means the launch date, pricing and availability are still unknown.
However, the recent leak comes from a reliable source, so we can expect more details to emerge soon.
FAQs
Q1. What is the expected screen size and resolution of the HMD Sage?
Answer. The HMD Sage is expected to sport a 6.55-inch OLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate.
Q2. What are the anticipated camera specifications for the HMD Sage?
Answer. Leaks suggest a straightforward setup with dual 50-megapixel sensors on the back.
Q3. When will the HMD Sage be officially announced?
Answer. HMD has yet to officially announce the Sage, so the launch date, pricing, and availability are still unknown.
Netflix launched a new mobile feature called ‘Moments’.
It allows users to save, rewatch and share their favourite scenes from shows and movies.
Moments is currently exclusive to mobile on iOS only, Android support coming soon.
In addition to Instagram and Facebook, Netflix Moments can also be shared on Messages, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and other social channels.
How often do you watch a film and can’t stop yourself from sharing every detail of that one scene with your friend circle? If you are one of those viewers who easily get obsessed over one scene, a new Netflix feature can help you share that particular “moment” from the film with your friends easily.
The scene will be saved to your ‘My Netflix’ tab, allowing you to revisit it anytime.
Netflix has just launched a new mobile feature called ‘Moments,’ available worldwide starting today. Moments lets users save, rewatch and share their favourite scenes from Netflix shows and movies with ease.
Moments Features in Netflix
netflix saw how much of a dirty i’m for always replaying the carriage scene so they created the “save the moments” for me. pic.twitter.com/XOOa4BFal8
— ferchuu🇦🇷 (@lilacmistc) October 28, 2024
With this feature, Netflix users can capture memorable scenes to enjoy again or share on social media.
Netflix describes Moments as a way to “Save, Relive and Share” favourite scenes, so fans can quickly share special moments with friends or on social platforms.
Moments Feature – How Does it Work?
Netflix knows what “moments” to use for promotion their new features.
Carriage scene is the most watched. Everyone knows and speaks about it.
Just look at their eyes. There are sparks between them. pic.twitter.com/qdW0kHETaY
— Ely Black (@ElySparks) October 28, 2024
Saving a Moment is simple. Netflix viewers just need to tap on the screen, find the Moments button in the bottom left corner, and save it. Your bookmarked scenes will go to your My Netflix tab.
You can also choose to share the scene directly on Instagram, Facebook or other social sites or create a link to share with friends.
When you open a saved Moment, it will take you straight to that scene in the show or movie.
Explaining how many Moments can be saved, Netflix spokesperson Dorian Rosenburg told The Verge:
“The number of Moments you can save depends on the length of the content. However, there’s plenty of space to save your favourite Moments, so most members won’t need to worry about a limit when it comes to saving across multiple shows and movies.”
Currently, Moments is exclusive to mobile and available now on iOS with Android support coming in the next few weeks.
However, Netflix has hinted at future updates to Moments, saying that “Moments will hopefully expand in the future, offering even more ways for members to use and enjoy the feature.”
FAQs
Q1. What is the new Netflix feature called and what does it do?
Answer. Netflix has just launched a new mobile feature called ‘Moments,’ which lets users save, rewatch, and share their favourite scenes from Netflix shows and movies with ease.
Q2. How can users save a Moment on Netflix?
Answer. Saving a Moment is simple: just tap on the screen, find the Moments button in the bottom left corner, and save it. Your bookmarked scenes will go to your My Netflix tab.
Q3. Is the Moments feature available on all devices?
Answer. Currently, Moments is exclusive to mobile and available now on iOS with Android support coming in the next few weeks.
It features a 24-inch 4.5K Retina display with a new nano-texture glass option, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports.
The new iMac is up to 2.1x faster for demanding tasks compared to the M1 iMac.
Available in multiple new colours.
Apple announced the new iMac with the powerful M4 chip and Apple Intelligence. (Image credit – Apple)
Apple has finally unveiled the new ultra-thin iMac featuring the M4 chip and Apple Intelligence.
Available at a starting price of $1,299 (approx INR 1,10,000), the new iMac is available to pre-order starting October 29.
As per Apple Press Note, the deliveries of the newly launched iMac will start from November 8.
Here’s everything you need to know about the newly launched iMac.
Apple Launches M4 iMac
iMac offers some fun colour choices. (Image credit – Apple)
Apple reveals details of the new iMac in a press note, “the new iMac, featuring the powerful M4 chip and Apple Intelligence, in its stunning, ultra-thin design. With M4, the iMac is up to 1.7x faster for daily productivity and up to 2.1x faster for demanding workflows like photo editing and gaming, compared to the iMac with M1. With the Neural Engine in M4, iMac is the world’s best all-in-one for AI and is built for Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that transforms how users work, communicate, and express themselves while protecting their privacy.”
“The new iMac is available in an array of beautiful new colours, and the 24-inch 4.5K Retina display offers a new nano-texture glass option. iMac features a new 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View, up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports, 3 and colour-matched accessories that include USB-C,” the Press Note further added.
M4 iMac Out Now – What’s New?
As part of the M4 iMac comparison page, Amazon has preemptively published top specs for the M4 Mac mini.
Here’s a quick update on what changes in the newly launched M4 iMac –
A new nano-texture glass option
Comes standard with 16GB of faster unified memory, configurable up to 32GB.
Up to 4 Thunderbolt 4 ports
12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View
Colour-matching accessories with USB-C for charging
New colours: Fresh tones of green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue and silver
New M4 Chip – Performance and Specs
New iMac Neural Engine works 3x faster, making it ideal for AI tasks and productivity. (Image credit – Apple)
Everyday Speed: The M4’s CPU is much faster, making this iMac up to 1.7x quicker than the M1 This means smoother multitasking and faster web browsing in Safari.
Graphics Power: With an upgraded GPU, the M4 iMac handles intense tasks like photo editing and gaming up to 2.1x faster than the M1 model, giving you a smoother experience in games like Civilization VII.
Memory and AI Boost: Standard 16GB of faster unified memory (expandable to 32GB) and a Neural Engine that’s over 3x faster make it ideal for AI tasks and productivity.
Here’s what the M4 iMac means for different users:
Families and Businesses: Everyday tasks in apps like Excel are up to 1.7x faster, and Safari browsing is up to 1.5x faster than on the M1 iMac.
Gamers: Enjoy much smoother gameplay with double the frame rates compared to the M1 model.
Content Creators: Editing in apps like Photoshop and Premiere Pro is up to 2.1x faster, so applying filters and effects is quicker than ever.
Compared to a popular 24-inch Intel Core i7 all-in-one PC, the new iMac is up to 4.5x faster and it’s up to 6x faster than the most popular Intel-based iMac.
New iMac – Configuration options
A visual to show Mac Studio-like design of the more compact Mac mini.
The new iMac starts with 16GB of RAM, up from the 8GB base configuration of the previous model.
The base configuration features an 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU with 256GB of storage and two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
New iMac has four USB-C ports that support Thunderbolt 4. (Image credit – Apple)
Meanwhile, the 24-inch iMac models feature a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. It comes with the option to upgrade to 32GB of RAM and up to 2TB of storage.
There are also four Thunderbolt 4 ports on the 24-inch iMac model instead of two.
New iMac – Upgrades Camera
The new iMac features a new 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View:
“Desk View makes use of the wide-angle lens to simultaneously show the user and a top-down view of their desk, which is useful for educators presenting a lesson to students, or creators showing off their latest DIY project,” Apple specifies in a Press Note.
New iMac – Nano-Texture Display Option
The newly launched iMac in its 24-inch version is available in a new configuration with a nano-texture display finish.
According to Apple, the nano-texture finish on the iMac “drastically reduces reflections and glare, while maintaining outstanding image quality.”
New iMac – Fresh Colours
New M4 iMac is the first to support 8K output at 120Hz
The new iMac is available in seven vibrant colours. Apple brings new tones of green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue and silver.
The back of the iMac comes in bold colours and the front settles for subtle tones of the new colour palette.
Ultra-thin M4 iMac comes with colour-matching accessories. (Image credit – Apple)
Moreover, the iMac comes with a colour-matched Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse or optional Magic Trackpad.
All accessories feature a USB-C port for users to use the devices with a single cable.
New iMac – Pricing and Availability
The back of iMac features bold colours
The new iMac starts at $1,299 (INR 1,10,000) with 16GB of unified memory for the 8-core CPU and an 8-core GPU version.
iMac version with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU starts at $1,499 (approx INR 1,26,000).
It is available to pre-order starting 29 October and its availability beginning November 8.
FAQs
Q1. How much faster is the new iMac with the M4 chip compared to the M1 iMac?
Answer. The new iMac with the M4 chip is up to 2.1x faster for demanding workflows like photo editing and gaming.
Q2. What new display feature does the iMac offer?
Answer. The 24-inch 4.5K Retina display now includes a new nano-texture glass option.
Q3. What are some of the key features of the new iMac?
Answer. Key features of the newly launched iMac include a 12MP Center Stage camera, up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports, and colour-matched accessories like USB-C.
Select Apple device can update and get access to Apple Intelligence.
iOS 18.1 introduces Writing Tools, Enhanced Siri, Summaries in Mail and Messages, new Focus modes and more.
iOS 18.2 and future updates will include tools like Image Playground, ChatGPT integration and more.
Apple Intelligence features are here with the iOS 18.1 update. (Image credit – Apple)
After almost a year-long build-up and much hype, Apple Intelligence is now finally available to explore.
The public release of the iOS 18.1 update is rolling out now for wide users. With the update, Apple Intelligence will be available on all iPhone 16 models and iPhone 15 Pro, the new iPad mini or older Macs and M1 iPads or newer.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said, “Apple Intelligence introduces a new era for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, delivering brand-new experiences and tools that will transform what our users can accomplish. Apple Intelligence builds on years of innovation in AI and machine learning to put Apple’s generative models at the core of our devices, giving our users a personal intelligence system that is easy to use — all while protecting their privacy. Apple Intelligence is generative AI in a way that only Apple can deliver, and we’re incredibly excited about its ability to enrich our users’ lives.”
Let’s gather everything we know about the latest release and Apple Intelligence features.
iOS 18.1 and Apple Intelligence – Compatibility
iOS 18.1 now available with Apple Intelligence features
So, is your iPhone compatible with iOS 18.1? Let’s find out.
iOS 18.1 is now rolling out with the build number 22B83. It is available for all iPhone models that already haveiOS 18 updated.
However, Apple Intelligence features are only available to select devices, which include the following –
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 16
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple Intelligence – Availability
Apple Intelligence set to launch in the EU for iPhone and iPad early next year
Apple Intelligence currently only works in US English.
According to Apple, language support will be expanded to English from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and the UK with iOS 18.2. Currently in beta, iOS 18.2 is expected to roll out sometime in coming December.
Apple Intelligence in future will also work in other languages such as Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese and more. As per Apple, additional language support will come later with a free software update.
“Apple Intelligence is quickly adding support for more languages. In December, Apple Intelligence will be available for localized English in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, and the U.K., and in April, a software update will deliver expanded language support, with more coming throughout the year. Chinese, English (India), English (Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and other languages will be supported,” Apple mentions in a Press Note.
Moreover, Apple Intelligence features are currently not available for users located in the European Union. This is because of the concerns attached to the EU’s Digital Markets Act antitrust legislation.
However, Apple’s European website has now confirmed that Apple Intelligence features will be available in the EU by April 2025.
How to Enable Apple Intelligence Features?
Once you have downloaded the iOS update, you will have to enable opt-in to Apple Intelligence in order to be able to access the new Apple Intelligence features.
To enable Apple Intelligence, go to Settings -> Apple Intelligence & Siri and toggle on Apple Intelligence to enable.
However, this won’t get Apple Intelligence features immediately on your Apple devices. Users first will have to join the Apple Intelligence Waiting List.
As per reports, it can take somewhere between a few hours to a few days to get accepted into the beta.
Once accepted, users will receive a notification that their device is now ready for Apple Intelligence.
Next, AI models will be downloaded on your device, occupying approximately 4 GB of storage.
iOS 18.1 Apple Intelligence Features – What’s New?
Writing Tools
Writing Tools
Available in almost any app where you can select text.
Allows you to transform text with AI:
The following options are available once you select text –
Rewrite
Proofread
Make Friendly
Make Professional
Make Concise
Summarise
Create Key Points
Make List
Make Table
How To Use: select text and tap on Writing Tools to open options.
Notification Summaries
Groups of notifications can be summarised automatically, so you don’t need to open each one.
Useful for keeping up with busy group chats or multiple app notifications.
How to Enable or Customise: Go to Settings -> Notifications -> Summarize Previews.
Siri Enhancements
Siri’s appearance has an edge-lit design.
Now you can double-tap the home indicator to type your requests.
Siri’s voice sounds more natural and it can better understand if you stumble over words.
Now offers Apple product help, surfacing tips and answers from Apple’s knowledge base.
New Photos Features
Apple Photo App has also got new features. (Image credit – Apple)
Enhanced Search: Find photos by describing their content in natural language.
Clean Up Tool: Easily remove objects or people from photos by dragging over them.
Memory Movie Creation: Create short, emotional movies from your photos using a simple text prompt.
Reduce Interruptions Focus Mode
Now you can record and transcribe the audio in the Phone and Notes apps. (Image credit – Apple)
A new Focus mode that filters notifications to show only important ones.
Use Intelligent Breakthrough & Silencing for smart notification control across all Focus modes.
Notes and Phone apps can now record, transcribe and summarize audio.
Smart Reply & Summaries in Mail & Messages
Mail and Messages now summarise unread messages, helping you preview content without opening each message.
In Mail, you can summarise entire email threads with one tap.
New Smart Reply options let you quickly respond with AI-generated responses that match the conversation.
More AI Features Coming Soon With Future Updates
While a host of Apple Intelligence features are now available with iOS 18.1, Apple has a lot more planned for Apple Intelligence with future updates.
As of now, we know that the next iOS 18.2 update scheduled for December 2024 will bring another set of new tools like Image Playground, Genmoji, ChatGPT integration and Visual Intelligence.
Meanwhile, Notifications Priority on the lock screen and context-aware Siri can be expected to arrive on your Apple devices with 2025 updates.
FAQs
Q1. What are the new Writing Tools in iOS 18.1?
Answer. Writing Tools let you proofread, rewrite, summarize, list key points, and make tables from text in most apps where you can select text.
Q2. How do Notification Summaries work with iOS 18.1?
Answer. Notifications from an app can now be grouped and summarised automatically, so you don’t need to expand each one to see key details.
Q3. What improvements has Siri received in iOS 18.1?
Answer. Siri has a new edge-lit design, a more natural voice, and can now be typed by double-tapping the home indicator. Siri can also provide Apple product help using Apple’s knowledge base.
The series will include four models: Note 50 Pro+ 5G, Note 50 Pro, Note 50, and Note 50X, as surfaced in the GSMA database.
Expected launch in 2025.
Infinix has maintained its focus on the budget smartphone segment for a while now and recent updates show some more smartphone launches being lined up in the same category. According to the latest exclusive Gizmochina report, a new Infinix Note 50 series just surfaced in the GSMA database.
As per shared screenshots, the upcoming Infinix Note 50 will include four models – the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ 5G, Infinix Note 50 Pro, Infinix Note 50 and Infinix Note 50X.
The GSMA database reveals model numbers for each phone:
Note 50 Pro+ 5G – Model number X6856
Note 50 Pro – Model number X6855
Note 50 – Model number X6858
Note 50X – Model number X6857
Note 50 Pro+ 5G, model number X6856, spotted in GSMA database. (Screenshot credit – Ghizmochina)Note 50 Pro, model number X6855, spotted in GSMA database. (Screenshot credit – Ghizmochina)Note 50, model number X6858, spotted in GSMA database. (Screenshot credit – Ghizmochina)Note 50X 5G, model number X6857, spotted in GSMA database. (Screenshot credit – Ghizmochina
As of now, the exact specifications are still under wraps. However, we can assume what to expect based on the previous Note 40 series.
To refresh memory, the Infinix Note 40 Pro came with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, a 120Hz refresh rate and a brightness of 1300 nits.
Its camera setup included a 108MP main camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) and a 3x lossless zoom feature, plus a 32MP selfie camera.
The battery capacity was 5000mAh, supporting 45W wired and 20W wireless fast charging. With IPX3 water and IP5X dust resistance ratings, it was also designed for durability. The device ran on Android 14-based XOS 14.
The standard Infinix Note 40 featured similar specs but used the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate processor. The camera and battery capacities closely matched the Pro model.
For a simpler option, the Note 40X came with a 6.78-inch IPS LCD display, a 120Hz refresh rate and a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor.
It offered up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. For the camera side, it featured a 108MP main camera and a 2MP auxiliary lens. The battery was 5000mAh with 18W fast charging.
Infinix Note 50 Series – What to Expect?
The Infinix Note 50 series will most likely offer similar or slight upgrades in terms of design and features from its predecessor.
The Note 50 Pro+ 5G is expected to enter the mid-range market.
The 4G version possibly will use a different processor keeping the core features consistent.
The standard Note 50 is expected to be budget-friendly and the Note 50X will probably cater to users seeking more basic features.
Infinix Note 50 Series – Launch
As per rumours, the Infinix Note 50 series is expected to launch sometime in 2025. The series will compete in the lower to mid-range segment.
As can expect more details to come out in the coming months along with a confirmed launch date.
FAQs
Q1. What models are included in the upcoming Infinix Note 50 series?
Answer. The Infinix Note 50 series will include four models: Note 50 Pro+ 5G, Note 50 Pro, Note 50, and Note 50X.
Q2. What can we expect from the Infinix Note 50 series?
Answer. The Note 50 series is expected to offer similar or slight upgrades in design and features from the previous Note 40 series, with the Pro+ 5G entering the mid-range market and the standard Note 50 being budget-friendly.
Q3. When is the expected launch date for the Infinix Note 50 series?
Answer. The Infinix Note 50 series is expected to launch sometime in 2025, targeting the lower to mid-range segment.
Xiaomi CEO shares key insights before the October 29 launch event.
Xiaomi will launch 16 new products including the Xiaomi 15 series and HyperOS 2.
Additional products include the Pad 7 series, Watch S4, Band 9 Pro, electric scooters, smart door locks, Wi-Fi 7 routers and more.
Xiaomi 29th October launch event teaser. (Image credit – Xiaomi/ Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun on Weibo)
Xiaomi is gearing up for a big launch event on October 29, where it plans to introduce 16 new products as part of its expanding “human-car-home” ecosystem. The event, expected to last at least over three hours, will showcase the Xiaomi 15 series and HyperOS 2, Xiaomi’s latest operating system.
Ahead of the launch, Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun shared more about the upcoming event in a detailed Weibo post.
Xiaomi 29th October Event – What To Expect?
Alongside the Xiaomi 15 series and HyperOS 2, the company will also introduce the Pad 7 series, Watch S4 and Band 9 Pro.
Other product highlights include a high-end electric scooter series, smart door locks, Wi-Fi 7 routers and more, totalling 16 new releases.
Xiaomi 15 Series – Design, Efficiency and Pricing Improvements
Xiaomi 15 Pro image revealed in a marketing teaser ahead of the launch event. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
Lei mentioned that the Xiaomi 15 series will bring major improvements in design, power efficiency, and user experience. However, these upgrades come with a slight price increase compared to previous models.
This is mainly due to the upgraded 3nm process technology and higher RAM and ROM costs in the supply chain. Lei further assured that the Xiaomi 15 series still offers great value.
Lei also confirmed that the base model of the Xiaomi 15 series will now start with 12GB of RAM up from the previous 8GB to boost on-device AI performance.
Xiaomi 15 series – Display Technology
Xiaomi also provided insights into the display tech of the Xiaomi 15 series, which will use a custom M9 luminous material with a dual micro-cavity structure. This new panel aims to improve brightness efficiency while reducing power usage.
According to Lei, the Xiaomi 15 series manages to achieve “2K screen to 1.5K screen power consumption,” with more details to be revealed during the event.
Update on Xiaomi SU7 Shipping
Lei Jun also provided a delivery update for the Xiaomi SU7, aiming to ship 20,000 units within the first month.
Xiaomi plans to offer a status update on this goal on the first of each month.
FAQs
Q1. When is the Xiaomi launch event and what will be showcased?
Answer. The Xiaomi launch event is on October 29 and will introduce 16 new products, including the Xiaomi 15 series and HyperOS 2.
Q2. What are the key improvements in the Xiaomi 15 series?
Answer. The Xiaomi 15 series will see major improvements in design, power efficiency, and user experience, with a slight price increase due to upgraded 3nm process technology and higher RAM and ROM costs.
Q3. What additional products will Xiaomi introduce at the event?
Answer. Xiaomi will also introduce the Pad 7 series, Watch S4, Band 9 Pro, high-end electric scooters, smart door locks, Wi-Fi 7 routers, and more.
OnePlus 13 will feature a 2K display with 120Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 8 Ultimate Edition processor, and up to 24GB of RAM with 1TB of storage.
The phone will launch in China on October 31.
The Global Variant appeared on SIRIM Certification.
OnePlus 13 teaser ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
The next OnePlus flagship, the OnePlus 13 series is all set to launch in the Chinese market on October 31 at 4:00 PM.
In the days leading up to the launch date, the company has been actively sharing teasers revealing key aspects of the upcoming flagship.
Here’s everything we know about the upcoming smartphone as of now.
OnePlus 13 – Key Specification (Revealed)
OnePlus 13 teaser for display features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
Recent teasers released for the China launch confirm that the OnePlus 13 sports a second-generation 2K display with 120Hz refresh rate and touch-sensitive features like glove touch support, Rain Touch 2.0 and Lingxi Game Touch for a smooth gaming experience.
OnePlus 13 teaser for display features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)OnePlus 13 teaser for display features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
The Bright Eyes Eye Protection 2.0 reduces flicker and provides full-brightness DC dimming to ease eye strain. The display has certifications from Dolby Vision and DisplayMate A++, both ensuring optimum image quality, colour accuracy and overall display durability.
The OnePlus 13 series has been now confirmed to come with the Snapdragon 8 Ultimate Edition processor.
It will offer up to 24GB of RAM and a massive 1TB of storage. These hardware specs place the phone among the best flagships in the market.
As per a teaser, the OnePlus 13 will feature 4-microphone AI call noise reduction, ideal for gaming and karaoke.
It will also introduce Super Signal Engineering 2.0, which enhances Bluetooth, network and signal performance.
Users can benefit from High-Speed Rail/Subway Mode and Concert Mode, plus intelligent Wi-Fi and cellular switching, which helps maintain connectivity in closed areas.
OnePlus 13 teaser of other features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)OnePlus 13 teaser of other features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
It will offer Ultra-Linear Stereo Dual Speakers and OnePlus’s Self-Developed Audio 2.0 for rich sound, which promises to make music, movies and gaming a lot more immersive.
One of the teasers released by OnePlus also confirms that the phone will have a multi-functional infrared remote control support, full-area NFC and a USB 3.2 Gen1 port for faster data transfers.
The phone also is equipped with the second-generation Tiangong Cooling System Pro. It also integrates in-house tech, including the Tidal Engine, Aurora Engine and E-Sports Independent Graphics Engine, along with AI Acceleration for enhanced performance.
On the AnTuTu benchmarking, it scored a good 3,094,447 for its processing power.
As for the cameras, OnePlus marketing has already revealed that the phone will feature a triple rear camera system with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens and a 50MP ultra-wide lens.
This high-resolution setup is ideal for versatile photography and video.
OnePlus 13 teaser for camera specs ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)OnePlus 13 teaser for camera specs ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
Moreover, the phone will run on ColorOS 15 based on Android 15 in China.
TheOnePlus 13 will come with a massive 6,000mAh battery, one of the largest ever on a OnePlus smartphone. It will support 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
OnePlus 13 teaser of battery features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
With 100W SuperVOOC charging, the phone can charge from 0 to 100% in just 36 minutes.
The OnePlus 13 also supports the 100W UFCS (Universal Fast Charging Standard) for fast charging with compatible third-party adapters, and its SUPERVOOC S chip boosts battery efficiency to 99.5% for longer-lasting usage.
Lastly, the OnePlus 13 will be available in three colour options including White Dew Morning Light, Blues Hour, and Obsidian Secret Realm (Black).
OnePlus 13 Global Version Appears on SIRIM Certification
Ahead of its launch in China on October 31, MySmartPrice has reported that the global variant of the OnePlus 13 was spotted on Malaysia’s SIRIM certification website.
OnePlus 13 was spotted on Malaysia’s SIRIM certification website. (Image credit – MySmartPrice)
The listing hints that a global release of the phone can be expected in the near future.
The smartphone was identified with the model number CPH2653 and also confirmed its official name. As of now, no specifications have been revealed for this upcoming flagship.
FAQs
Q1. When is the OnePlus 13 series set to launch in the Chinese market?
Answer. The OnePlus 13 series is set to launch on October 31 at 4:00 PM.
Q2. What are the key specifications of the OnePlus 13?
Answer. The OnePlus 13 sports a second-generation 2K display with 120Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 8 Ultimate Edition processor, up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
Q3. What are the camera features of the OnePlus 13?
Answer. The phone features a triple rear camera system with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens and a 50MP ultra-wide lens.
Q4. What battery capacity and charging options does the OnePlus 13 offer?
Answer. The OnePlus 13 comes with a 6,000mAh battery, supporting 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, with 100W SuperVOOC charging allowing a full charge in just 36 minutes.
Adam Mosseri confirmed that Instagram videos’ quality depends on their popularity.
More popular videos are shown in higher quality.
Mosseri clarified that the quality adjustment happens on an aggregate level.
It doesn’t affect individual user video quality directly.
Meta executive confirms less popular videos on the app get shown in lower quality. (Photo by Solen Feyissa on Unsplash)
Did you know the quality of Instagram videos depends on their popularity and reach? Well, as per top Meta executives, it does.
Adam Mosseri, the Meta executive who leads Instagram and Threads, in a video via The Verge recently revealed that how popular the Instagram video is can change the video quality. According to Mosseri, more popular videos get shown in higher quality, while videos with fewer views and reach get reduced to a lower quality.
Mosseri can be seen saying, “the highest-quality video that we can,” but he said, “if something isn’t watched for a long time — because the vast majority of views are in the beginning — we will move to a lower quality video.”
This information, however, shouldn’t sound new to anyone who has been keeping track of the tech world, particularly paying attention to how Meta functions.
Meta last year mentioned details of using different encoding configurations for different videos based on which video gets more popular
The internet, however, was not amused after the recent confirmation by Mosseri.
When a user shared Mosseri’s video on Threads, many comments questioned and criticised Meta’s approach. One user even described this practice of reducing video quality based on popularity as “truly insane.”
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As Mosseri’s video started a proper discussion online tech community, the man has to come forward with more explanation.
Mosseri later clarified decisions on such matters always happen on an “aggregate level, not an individual level.” What he basically meant was how this approach in no way affects or decides the quality of videos an individual Instagram user will get based on their viewer engagement.
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“We bias to higher quality (more CPU intensive encoding and more expensive storage for bigger files) for creators who drive more views,” Mosseri added.
“It’s not a binary [threshold], but rather a sliding scale,” he further clarified.
Many users also pointed out that the practice of benefiting popular videos creates a system which only benefits popular Instagram creators. Small creators are very much at a disadvantage with this approach.
This will only benefit influencers with a massive following on the platform and creators who manage to get their videos viral. The chance of small creators to break through this system is close to zero.
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Mosseri agreed with the criticism and said it’s “the right concern,” but he also stated, “In practice, it doesn’t seem to matter much, as the quality shift isn’t huge and [whether] or not people interact with videos is way more based on the content of the video than the quality.”
He also clarified that the video quality turns out “to be much more important to the original creator.”
FAQs
Q1. Does Instagram reduce the video quality?
Answer. Adam Mosseri revealed that more popular videos get shown in higher quality, while videos with fewer views and reach get reduced to a lower quality.
Q2. What concern do critics have about Instagram’s video quality approach?
Answer. Critics argue that the practice of benefiting popular videos creates a system which only benefits popular Instagram creators, disadvantaging smaller creators.
The iPhone SE 4 is expected to launch in March 2025 with major upgrades over the SE 3.
Mass production starts in December 2024.
Other leaked features – 6.06-inch OLED screen, A18 chip, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, Apple’s first in-house modem and a 48MP rear camera.
The starting price may rise to between $499 and $549.
Apple iPhone SE 4 dummy units’ images revealed. (Image credit – Japanese blog Macotakara)
Apple released the last iPhone SE model in early 2022 and since then we have been constantly hearing about the next model.
Last week, the famous Japanese blog Macotakara known for revealing dummy unit images of upcoming iPhones released a set of new images of iPhone SE 4 dummy units.
According to more latest reports, the next iPhone SE 4 is expected to launch sometime in 2025 while the mass production will begin in December this year.
Previous rumours suggested that the low-cost iPhone is expected to offer some major upgrades on the current iPhone SE 3.
However, there weren’t any concrete details about the iPhone SE 4 from any reliable sources.
This now changes since one of the trusted leakers on X (earlier Twitter) leaked almost the entire spec sheet of the upcoming iPhone SE 4, leaving online Apple fans in a frenzy.
According to tipster Jukanlosreve, the iPhone SE 4 is now confirmed to arrive sometime in March 2025 with a price tag higher than the current model.
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iPhone SE 4 – Key Features (Expected)
Speculated complete iPhone SE 4 specs. Image Credits – Jukanlosreve, X
According to the latest leak, Apple’s upcoming low-cost smartphone iPhone SE 4 will feature a 6.06-inch OLED screen. This is significantly larger than the 4.7-inch display of the current SE 3.
The phone will come with a notch at the top for Face ID and the front camera. The refresh rate, however, remains at 60Hz.
Powering the new SE will beApple’s A18 chip, the same processor used in the base and Plus versions of the iPhone 16. This will be paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
This memory is a massive upgrade compared to the 4GB RAM of SE 3. Moreover, it will also enable the SE 4 to support Apple Intelligence features, which need at least 8GB RAM as configuration criteria.
Jukanlosreve’s post also revealed that the iPhone SE 4 will debut Apple’s first in-house modem, code-named Centauri, manufactured by TSMC.
This shows a shift away from third-party modems and could improve connectivity and efficiency.
For photography, the SE 4 will keep a single-camera setup.
It’s most likely getting a major bump in quality upgrading from a 12MP to a 48MP sensor for sharper photos. The front camera, on the other hand, will remain at 12MP.
The phone is expected to pack a larger 3279mAh battery, a significant increase from the 2,018mAh capacity of SE 3.
It will come with 20W fast charging but will also support MagSafeaccessories for added convenience.
iPhone SE 4 – Expected Launch and Pricing
The iPhone SE 4, with its notable upgrades, is set to be a top pick for budget-conscious users seeking high performance.
As mentioned previously, the latest leak suggests that the iPhone SE 4 is likely to launch in March 2025 with a price rise.
The starting price could rise from $429 to $499 or even $549. Apple remains cautious not to raise the price and maintain it as the affordable iPhone in the market.
With its impressive upgrades, the iPhone SE 4 could become a popular choice among budget-conscious users looking for high performance.
FAQs
Q1. When is the iPhone SE 4 expected to launch?
Answer. The iPhone SE 4 is now confirmed to arrive sometime in March 2025.
Q2. What screen size will the iPhone SE 4 feature?
Answer. Apple’s upcoming low-cost smartphone iPhone SE 4 will feature a 6.06-inch OLED screen.
Q3. What processor is the iPhone SE 4 expected to use?
Answer. Powering the new SE will be Apple’s A18 chip, the same processor used in the base and Plus versions of the iPhone 16.
Q4. What are the expected camera specifications for the iPhone SE 4?
Answer. The SE 4 will keep a single-camera setup, likely upgrading from a 12MP to a 48MP sensor for sharper photos. The front camera will remain at 12MP.
Q5. What is the expected price range for the iPhone SE 4?
Answer. The starting price could rise from $429 for the iPhone SE 3 to now $499 or even $549 for the iPhone SE 4.
Vivo T4x 5G, the next mid-range smartphone, was spotted in the IMEI database.
Expected to follow the Vivo T3x 5G in specs.
The official release date has not been shared yet.
Vivohas always maintained its solid presence in every smartphone category, a reason why its customer base varies in all income groups.
As per recent reports, the Chinese electronics brand is making all efforts dedicated to releasing a fresh line-up of mid-range smartphones.
One of the company’s upcoming mid-rangers was recently spotted in an online database generating excitement about its release and key specs.
As per a recent Gizmochina exclusive, Vivo T4x 5G will be the next mid-range smartphone in the popular Vivo T series.
Gizmochina confirmed spotting the smartphone in the IMEI database recently, which increased interest in the upcoming handset.
Vivo T4x 5G appeared in the IMEI database recently. (Screenshot Credit – Gizmochina)
The upcoming Vivo T4x 5G was spotted under model number V2437 and reposts suggest the phone will follow its popular predecessor the Vivo T3x 5G in terms of specs.
Vivo T4x 5G – What to Expect?
For now, not much is known about the exact specs of the Vivo T4x 5G.
However, it’s expected that the Vivo T4x 5G will most likely take things forward from what we have seen in its predecessor the Vivo T3x 5G in terms of performance, camera capabilities and battery life.
To refresh memories, the Vivo T3x 5G is a solid phone that sports a massive 6.72-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and brightness up to 1000 nits.
The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, supports 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage and comes with an option to expand storage up to 1TB for even more storage capacity.
For photography, the predecessor T3x 5G featured a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth camera. On the front, it has an 8MP selfie camera.
The phone offers a powerful 6000mAh battery with 44W fast charging. With IPX4 splash resistance and IP6X dust resistance, it runs on the Android 14-based Funtouch 14 software.
It would be interesting to see the potential enhancements over and above what predecessor T3x 5G has offered.
We can expect Vivo to push some boundaries with its latest mid-range smartphone.
Vivo T4x 5G – Release Date?
Vivo hasn’t shared an official release date for the T4x 5G yet.
However, tech enthusiasts alike Vivo fans are eagerly awaiting further details. We can expect more details to emerge in the coming months as its appearance on the online database indicates a sooner-than-expected release.
FAQs
Q1. What do recent reports suggest about the Vivo T4x 5G?
Answer. According to a recent Gizmochina exclusive, Vivo T4x 5G will be the next mid-range smartphone in the popular Vivo T series. Gizmochina confirmed spotting the smartphone in the IMEI database recently, which increased interest in the upcoming handset.
Q2. What are the expected specs of the Vivo T4x 5G?
Answer. The Vivo T3x 5G sported a massive 6.72-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and brightness up to 1000 nits. It featured a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth camera, an 8MP selfie camera, and a 6000mAh battery with 44W fast charging.
Q3. Has Vivo shared an official release date for the Vivo T4x 5G?
Answer. Vivo hasn’t shared an official release date for the T4x 5G yet. However, tech enthusiasts alike Vivo fans are eagerly awaiting further details.
