Future AirPods To Feature Heart-Rate Monitoring, Launch Expected Next Year

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Apple is likely adding heart-rate monitoring to upcoming AirPods.
AirPods Pro 3 and next-gen Powerbeats Pro reportedly will have the feature.
A system message in the iOS 18 beta reveals details.

Heart-Rate Monitoring coming into AirPods. (Image credit – 9to5Mac)

Apple is believed to be working to expand Apple’s health-tracking ecosystem even further. Cupertino giant is reportedly working to add heart rating monitoring to its future AirPods models. A recent report published on 9to5Mac mentions discovering evidence in iOS 18 about Apple testing the feature for upcoming AirPods.

As per the report, the feature will likely be introduced in the upcoming AirPods Pro 3 and the next generation of Powerbeats Pro.

This aligns with recent Apple patent details that have confirmed the use of health sensors to detect heart diseases.

Earlier this month, it was also reported that the new code in beta refers to upcoming wireless earbuds with heart-rate sensors.

The previous report reveals, “Code discovered in the latest iOS 18 beta hints at the upcoming functionality, with a system message reading: “Wear both earbuds during workouts to track and send your heart rate to Apple Health. Manage in Bluetooth settings.”

This code is part of the system setup for Apple’s wireless headphones. It includes both AirPods and Beats.

Reliable sources from 9to5Mac indicate that the new heart-rate monitoring feature is expected to launch next year.

Both the AirPods Pro 3 and the next version of Powerbeats Pro will likely include this health sensor.

In another report, Apple’s patent application was spotted by Patently Apple. It reveals details of how microphones inside the ear canal could be used to identify pointers to “heart pathology,” heart disease in common language.

“A device that includes a microphone may be worn in or on an ear of a user. A microphone signal generated by the microphone may be processed to determine the heart activity of a user. An indication of a heart pathology may be detected by applying a predictive algorithm to at least the heart activity.

Heart pathologies include a range of conditions that relate to a person’s heart, such as, for example, blood vessel disease (e.g., coronary artery disease), heart rhythm problems (e.g., arrhythmias), heart defects (e.g., congenital heart defects), heart valve disease, disease of the heart muscle, heart infection, or other heart pathologies […]

Processing the microphone signal may include applying a filter (e.g., a low-pass filter) to the microphone signal. The microphone signals may be processed to sense an infrasound signal in the microphone signal. Additionally, or alternatively, processing the microphone signal to determine the heart activity may include sensing an ultrasound signal in the microphone signal. The microphone signal may be processed to detect a signal that indicates a heartbeat or other movement of such as blood flow that gives information about the heart.”

Bradycardia (abnormally low heart rate) and tachycardia (abnormally high heart rate) could be the two most basic levels detected. However, more sophisticated detection is also possible.

“For example, the first heart activity and the second heart activity may be compared. Comparing the first heart activity and the second heart activity may include detecting a difference in strength between the first heart activity and the second heart activity. Additionally, or alternatively, comparing the first heart activity and the second heart activity may include detecting a difference in timing between the first heart activity and the second heart activity.

Detecting the blockage in the carotid artery may include using an artificial neural network to detect the blockage in the carotid artery based on the first heart activity and the second heart activity.”

Previously, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also hinted that AirPods Pro 3 will have health sensors.

AirPods Pro 3 is expected to launch next year.

FAQs

Q1. What new feature is Apple likely adding to future AirPods models?

Answer. Apple is expected to add heart-rate monitoring to future AirPods models, including AirPods Pro 3 and the next generation of Powerbeats Pro. This feature will use health sensors to track and send heart rate data to Apple Health during workouts.

Q2. When is the heart-rate monitoring feature coming to AirPods?

Answer. The heart-rate monitoring feature is expected to launch next year, as hinted in the iOS 18 beta and confirmed by Apple’s recent patent and reliable sources.

Q3. When is the next AirPods launching?

Answer. Although there is still official confirmation, AirPods Pro 3 is expected to launch next year.

Instagram Teen Accounts Announced With Auto Protections and Parental Supervision

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Highlights

New Instagram Teen Accounts are announced.
Designed for teens aged 13-17, these accounts are private by default.
Accounts will have built-in protections and parental controls.
Available now in the US, rolling out to existing teen accounts in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia within 60 days
Account features are expected to be available globally by January 2025.

Instagram Teen Accounts Introduced (Image credit – Instagram)

Meta recently launched Instagram Teen Accounts to provide a safer experience for teens and build confidence amongst parents. It is a new feature designed to enhance the safety and privacy of users aged 13 to 17. Instagram Teen Accounts come with built-in protections and parental control features.

Instagram Teen Accounts will be rolled out gradually. Here’s everything you need to know about the new features introduced.

Hi 🫶 Today we’re introducing Teen Accounts, a new experience for teens with built-in safety features, plus more ways to see content you like.

Tap through for more info 👇https://t.co/rzkXknlMGa pic.twitter.com/YSRYxQkfpa

— Instagram (@instagram) September 17, 2024

What Are Instagram Teen Accounts?

Instagram Teen Accounts are designed specifically for users between the ages of 13 and 17.

These accounts will be private by default. Instagram will be offering specific parental supervision features for these accounts and display content suitable for the teen’s age.

Instagram Teens Accounts will automatically have the most restrictive setting of sensitive content control. (Image credit – Instagram)

Yvonne Johnson President of National PTA said, in a press statement, “Given that parents today are grappling with the benefits and challenges of the internet and digital media for their teens, our association applauds Meta for launching Instagram Teen Accounts. With teens automatically placed in Teen Accounts and certain privacy settings turned on by default, this update demonstrates that Meta is taking steps to empower parents and deliver safer, more age-appropriate experiences on the platform.”

“Instagram Teen Accounts reflect the importance of tailoring teens’ online experiences to their developmental stages and implementing appropriate protections. Younger adolescents are more vulnerable as their skills are still emerging and require additional safeguards and protection. Overall, the settings are age-specific, with younger and older teens being offered different protections,” said Rachel Rodgers, PHd Associate Professor of Applied Psychology, Northeastern University.

Instagram Teen Accounts – Built-In Protections

Instagram Teen Accounts come with several protections enabled by default. It also allows parents to decide what settings can be adjusted for teens under 16.

Instagram Teen Accounts will be private by default. (Image Credit – Instagram)

These protections include:

New followers must be approved by the teen account owners.
Only followers can view these account’s content or interact with them.
Only people teens follow can send them messages, tag them, or mention them.
Sensitive content including cosmetic procedure promotions will be restricted.
Offensive words and phrases are to be automatically hidden.
Prompts to close the Instagram app after using it for 60 minutes a day.
Instagram notifications are to be muted from 10 PM to 7 AM.
Contacts to receive an auto-reply indicating the user is in sleep mode.

How to Get an Instagram Teen Account?

New Accounts –

Teens aged 13-17 who sign up for a new Instagram account will automatically be placed in a Teen Account.
Teens under 16 will need parental or guardian approval to switch to a public account.
Users aged 16-17 can make the change on their own if their account is not under parental supervision.

Existing Accounts –

Teens under 16 with public accounts will have their settings automatically switched to private.
Will need parental approval if these accounts want to go public again.
Teens aged 16-17 with public accounts will remain public without needing permission.

How to Verify Age on Instagram Teen Accounts?

Teens can verify their age by –

uploading an ID, such as a driver’s license or identity card.
Upload a video selfie. This will be used by Meta’s partner Yoti to estimate age using facial recognition technology.

Meta assures that this data will only be used for verification. The social media platforms claim it will be deleted once the process is complete.

Verification will also be required if a teen attempts to change their age to over 18. This process will be starting in the US in early 2025.

Parental Supervision on Instagram Teen Accounts

Parents or teens can set up parental supervision on Instagram accounts now.

Once set, parents can adjust settings for less strict supervision. This can be done with teen approval.

Instagram will set total daily time limits for teens’ Instagram usage (Image Credit – Instagram)

What Parents Can Do:

get insights into who their teens are chatting with
Set total daily time limits for teens’ Instagram usage
Block teens from using Instagram for specific periods
See topics your teen is looking at

However, parents cannot see search history or chats, post on their teen’s behalf, or change the account password.

Instagram Teen Accounts – Availability

Instagram Teen Accounts are currency available in the US region only.

As per a recent announcement, existing teen accounts in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia will be switched to Teen Accounts starting next week.

The transition is expected to be complete within 60 days.

The EU will see this feature later this year.

We can expect Instagram Teen Acccounts to be active globally by January 2025. Meta also plans to expand Teen Accounts to its other social media apps by next year.

FAQs

Q1. Who can set up parental supervision on Instagram Teen Accounts?

Answer. Both parents and teens can set up parental supervision. Once it’s set, parents can adjust settings to allow less strict supervision, with the teen’s approval.

Q2. What can parents see and control in Instagram Teen Accounts?

Answer. Parents can see who their teen has messaged in the past seven days, set daily time limits on Instagram usage, prevent usage during specific times (like nighttime), and control the topics their teen can access on Instagram.

Q3. What are parents unable to do in Instagram Teen Accounts?

Answer. Parents cannot see the teen’s search history or chats, post on their behalf, or change the account password.

Q4. Is Instagram Teen Accounts available globally?

Answer. We can expect Instagram Teen Acccounts to be active globally by January 2025. Meta also plans to expand Teen Accounts to its other social media apps by next year.

Meta Fined $101.5M Over Facebook and Instagram Password Breach, Involves Up to 600 Million Accounts

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Meta has been fined $101.5 million by the Irish Data Protection Commission.
Investigation revealed Meta stored Facebook and Instagram passwords in plain text.
Password breach reportedly impacted up to 600 million users.
Passwords have been accessible to over 20,000 Meta employees since 2012.

Investigation Report says, Up to 600 million Facebook and Instagram passwords were stored in plain text. (Photo by Timothy Hales Bennett on Unsplash)

Meta has been slapped with a $101.5 million (€91 million) fine by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) following an investigation into a major security breach. As per a recent report in Engadget, the breach involved Meta mistakenly storing Facebook and Instagram users’ passwords in plain text leaving them vulnerable to internal access.

This investigation first came to light in January 2019 when Meta announced that some user passwords had been stored in plain text on its servers. However, after a month, Meta admitted that millions of Instagram passwords were stored in a readable and unsecured format.

During the previous announcement, Meta never officially confirmed how many users were impacted.

However, a senior employee told Krebs on Security that as many as 600 million passwords were involved in the breach.

Reports now claim that some of these passwords have been stored in plain text since 2012. If true, this means the passwords were accessible to over 20,000 Facebook employees.

Meanwhile, the DPC has confirmed that the passwords were not made available to outside parties.

Apart from the grave security lapse, Meta also faces criticism for failing to promptly report the breach to regulators. Companies are legally obligated under data protection laws to do so.

“It is widely accepted that user passwords should not be stored in plaintext, considering the risks of abuse that arise from persons accessing such data. It must be borne in mind, that the passwords the subject of consideration in this case, are particularly sensitive, as they would enable access to users’ social media accounts,” DPC’s Deputy Commissioner, Graham Doyle, said in a statement.

Many industry experts have been quick to argue that a $101.5 million (€91 million) fine is small in comparison to the severity of the breach. Europe’s GDPR law allows fines of up to 4% of a company’s global revenue.

The breach of this scale put email addresses and passwords at risk. Any cyber attackers could have potentially taken control of millions of Facebook and Instagram accounts.

The incident highlights ongoing privacy concerns. Critics have been suggesting that fines need to be much higher and better policy implementation for companies to take data breaches more seriously.

FAQs

Q1. Why was Meta fined by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC)?

Answer. Meta was fined $101.5 million for storing Facebook and Instagram users’ passwords in plain text, making them vulnerable to internal access. The investigation revealed that up to 600 million passwords were affected.

Q2. Were Facebook passwords exposed to external parties in Meta 2019 breach?

Answer. No, the DPC confirmed that the passwords were not made available to outside parties. However, they have been accessible to over 20,000 Facebook employees since 2012.

Google Rolls Out Contextual Smart Replies for Gmail on Android and iOS

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September 27, 2024

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Google introduces Contextual Smart Replies for Gmail on Android and iOS.
It will provide tailored responses using Gemini AI.
Currently available in English for premium tier users only.
To be available for all Gmail users soon.

Gmail to soon get Contextual Smart Replies using Gemini AI. (Photo by Solen Feyissa on Unsplash)

Google is now rolling out Contextual Smart Replies for Gmail on Android and iOS devices. This comes after the announcement at I/O 2024. At the annual event, it was announced that Google is building on the Smart Reply and Smart Compose features with Contextual Smart Replies.

Contextual Smart Replies mean Google looks at the context of an email to provide much more customized, detailed, and nuanced suggestions. The current Smart Replies feature is more of a one-line reply option.

As mentioned, this new feature will be an upgrade from the original Smart Reply launched in 2017.

Google will be utilising its Gemini AI capability and provide more detailed, tailored responses based on the context of an email.

Once the rollout is complete, Gmail users will have to enable “Smart features and personalisation” in Gmail to be able to access this feature.

Once enabled, you will see three reply suggestions in a carousel when drafting a reply to an email. Each suggestion will summarise the tone and direction of the response.

Contextual Smart Replies will give three Smart Replies suggestions in a carousel when a reply is drafted. (Image – Google Blog)

Users would be able to long-press to get a preview. Whereas, tapping will insert the full reply into the email. The entire response will be completed with greetings and closings for further editing.

In a post on its official blog, Google explained the new feature in detail – “After initiating an email reply, users will see a few response options at the bottom of their screen that take the full content of the email thread into consideration. Hover over each response to get a quick preview of the text, select the one that feels right for the situation, and edit it as you see fit or send the response immediately.”

Gmail users can either long-press to get a preview or tap to insert the full reply into the email. (Image credit – Google Blog)

As of now, the Contextual Smart Reply feature is only supported in English. The availability of the feature is also limited to users on premium tiers such as Google One AI Premium, Gemini Business, and other enterprise or education plans.

According to Google, the feature is rolling out now and will be available to all Gmail users in the coming weeks.

Apart from this, Google has also introduced other recent features such as Summarize for individual emails and Gmail Q&A for Desktop.

FAQs

What is the new Contextual Smart Replies feature in Gmail?

The Contextual Smart Replies feature in Gmail offers detailed, tailored responses based on the context of an email, thanks to Google’s Gemini AI.

How will Contextual Smart Replies on Gmail work?

Gmail users will get three reply suggestions in a carousel, which can be previewed or inserted into the email for further editing.

Who can access the new Contextual Smart Replies in Gmail?

Currently, the feature is available only in English and is accessible to users on premium tiers such as Google One AI Premium, Gemini Business, and other enterprise and education plans. The feature is rolling out now and will be fully available in the coming weeks.

What is the difference between Contextual Smart Replies & Smart Replies ?

Contextual Smart Replies and the original Smart Replies both aim to streamline email responses, but they differ in terms of complexity and functionality.

Smart Replies offers short, pre-written, one-line suggestions like “Thanks!” or “I’ll check and get back to you,” based on the content of the email.

The feature doesn’t analyse the entire conversation deeply but provides general, quick responses to speed up communication. The feature is ideal for short or straightforward email interactions where only a brief acknowledgement or simple answer is needed.

And the new Contextual Smart Replies is designed as an advanced version of basic Smart Replies.

Powered by Google’s Gemini AI, this new feature analyses the entire conversation in-depth and offers more nuanced and context-aware responses. It generates three fully crafted email responses, each with a distinct tone or action (e.g., asking for more information, confirming details, or declining).

These suggestions include greetings, body content, and sign-offs, and users can preview and edit them before sending. Tailored to more involved conversations, the feature helps users save time with more comprehensive replies.

Contextual Smart Replies is a more advanced version, providing deeper context and longer responses, whereas Smart Replies focuses on brevity and speed.

Meta Launches Standalone Meta Quest 3S VR Headset

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September 27, 2024

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Highlights

Meta Quest 3S has been launched as a more affordable standalone VR headset
Meta Quest 3S price starts at $299.99 (₹24,500).
Shares core hardware with Quest 3.
Features a single LCD screen with a slightly lower resolution and older Fresnel lenses.
Available in 128GB and 256GB storage options.

Meta Introduces Its Most Affordable Mixed Reality Headset – Meta Quest 3S (Image Credit – Meta)

Meta has introduced a more affordable version of its popular mixed-reality headset – the Meta Quest 3S. It is offered as a standalone mixed-reality headset and is aimed at making virtual reality more accessible.

“The “S” represents your “start” into the Meta Quest 3 portfolio. We’re excited to be launching a device that allows more people to access high-quality mixed reality,” Meta Quest official X handled posted.

Unreal experiences. Unreal price. The Meta Quest 3S starts at $299.99. pic.twitter.com/CMnkxy4dqd

— Meta Quest (@MetaQuestVR) September 25, 2024

The newly launched Meta Quest 3S shares the core hardware of the non-S version – the Meta Quest 3. It is powered by the same Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chipset and offers 8GB of RAM. However, the Quest 3S offers the same core hardware at a lower price point.

Meta Quest 3S price starts at $299.99 (around ₹24,500).

How Is Quest 3S Different From Quest 3 and Quest 2?

Quest 3S is the best headset for those new to mixed reality and immersive experiences, or who might have been waiting for a low-cost upgrade from Quest and Quest 2.

The Quest 3S combines features of both the Quest 2 and Quest 3 but offers a standalone device with a comparatively affordable price tag.

Unlike the Quest 3’s dual LCDs, the Quest 3S has a single LCD screen with a slightly lower resolution (1,832 x 1,920px per eye). However, it still supports 90Hz and 120Hz refresh rates.

It also swaps out the Quest 3’s slim pancake lenses for the older Fresnel lenses from the Quest 2. This helps in getting a narrower field of view.

Display specs of Quest 3S (Image credit – Meta)

It measures 96° horizontally and 90° vertically, slightly different from the 110° and 96° offered by the Quest 3.

It is also nearly identical to Quest 3 in terms of weight. While Quest 3 weighs 515g, the newly launched Quest 3S weighs 514g.

Meta Quest 3S Joins the Meta Quest 3 Family

Moreover, the Quest 3S offers better battery life as compared to the Quest 3. The battery performance is better as it lasts up to 2 hours and 30 minutes even though the battery is smaller.

Meta Quest 3S – Unboxing and Setup

Meta Quest released a quick unboxing video with the initial setup guide.

The videos demonstrate how to turn your headset on and show the functionality of all the buttons. Users can refer to this video to get to know the Meta Quest 3S and Touch Plus controllers better.

Meta Quest 3S – Price and Availability

Quest 3S is compatible with our full library of thousands of apps and games.

The Meta Quest 3S is available in two storage options – 128 GB and 256 GB. The 12GB variant costs $299.9 (around ₹24,500), whereas the 256GB variant is available for $400 (around ₹33,000).

The Quest 3S has the same controllers as the Meta Quest 3

With this launch, Meta has also reduced the price of the 512GB Quest 3. It will now be available at a reduced price of $500 (around ₹42,500) for those seeking a higher display quality.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Meta Quest 3S?

Answer. The Meta Quest 3S is a budget-friendly VR headset, starting at $299.9, sharing the core hardware with the Quest 3 but with a single LCD screen and older Fresnel lenses to reduce costs.

Q2. What are the display specifications of the Meta Quest 3S?

Answer. The Quest 3S features a single LCD screen with a resolution of 1,832 x 1,920 pixels per eye. It supports 90Hz and 120Hz refresh rates for smooth visuals.

Q3. What is the battery life of the Meta Quest 3S?

Answer. The Meta Quest 3S offers improved battery life, lasting up to 2 hours and 30 minutes, despite being almost identical in weight to the Quest 3.

Q4. What are the storage options available for the Meta Quest 3S?

Answer. The Meta Quest 3S is available in two storage options: 128GB for $300 and 256GB for $400. The price of the 512GB Quest 3 has been reduced to $500.

Q5. What hardware powers the Meta Quest 3S?

Answer. The Meta Quest 3S is powered by the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chipset and comes with 8GB of RAM, providing a strong performance for VR experiences.

Read More: Apple Vision Pro vs. Meta Quest 3

Apple Reportedly Working on Next-Gen Vision Pro Headset with M5 Chip

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September 27, 2024

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Apple plans to release a second-generation Vision Pro headset in the second half of 2025

Will offer a major upgrade with the M5 chip.
The M5 chip will enhance performance and enable advanced Apple Intelligence features.

Next-gen Apple Vision Pro is on its way. (Image credit – Apple)

Apple is gearing up to release a second-generation Apple Vision Pro headset. We might see a release in the second half of 2025.

Famous Apple Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo in his recent Medium post titled “AI spatial computing to be the main selling point for new M5-powered Vision Pro; new Apple suppliers like Zhaowei in focus” revealed the details of the upcoming Apple plans.

It was also specified that the new version won’t see many changes in design or overall specs. The next-gen model will be powered by the M5 chip, which will be the major upgrade from the M2 chip found in the current model.

According to Kuo, the M5-powered Vision Pro is expected to enter mass production in 2025.

The M5 chip is expected to provide a significant boost in performance. It will be particularly designed to enable advanced Apple Intelligence features.

“The biggest design challenge for Vision Pro/head-mounted display devices is that the human-machine user interface needs to be more intuitive and efficient. Apple Intelligence/GenAI is expected to improve this significantly. Combining eye tracking, gesture control, and Apple Intelligence should provide a better user experience for spatial computing,” Kuo mentions.

As of now, it’s unclear if Apple plans to bring these features to the first-gen Vision Pro as well or not. However, certain reports and murmurs in the tech community suggest that Apple is working on integrating Apple Intelligence into the current Vision Pro model.

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that Apple Intelligence will be the chief selling point of an M5-based Apple Vision Pro

Kuo in his Medium posts also highlighted that despite the power upgrade the price for the second-gen Vision Pro is likely to remain close to the original’s $3,499 starting point.

Rumours also suggest that Apple is developing a more affordable entry-level version of the Vision Pro headset. This will be aimed at expanding the accessibility of the device to a wide consumer base.

Kuo also hinted at the supply chain of M5 Vision Pro suggesting that not much will be changing in that sphere. Kuo wrote, “The supply chain for the M5 Vision Pro will mostly stay the same. New Apple suppliers such as Zhaowei are likely to attract more investor attention. Unaffected by existing product sales, these new suppliers may be better positioned to reflect positive trends in Vision Pro.”

Kuo is an analyst at TF International Securities and is known for sharing observations and predictions of tech industry trends.

FAQs

Q1. When is the next Apple Vision Pro headset expected to be released?

Answer. The second-generation Apple Vision Pro headset is expected to be released in the second half of 2025, featuring a major upgrade to the M5 chip.

Q2. What improvements will the M5 chip bring to the new Vision Pro headset?

Answer. The M5 chip is expected to provide a significant boost in performance, enabling advanced Apple Intelligence features for a more intuitive and efficient user experience in spatial computing.

Read More: Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest 3

Qualcomm’s Next-Gen Snapdragon Elite Chipset To Power Xiaomi 15 Series

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September 27, 2024

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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Elite to power the Xiaomi 15 series launching on October 23.
Snapdragon Elite outperforms Apple’s A18 Pro in multi-core benchmark tests.
The Xiaomi 15 Pro will most likely feature 90W fast charging, Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0, a 6,000mAh battery, and IP69 water and dust resistance.

Qualcomm is all set to challenge the industry’s biggest chip players. with its upcoming Snapdragon Elite chipset. Qualcomm acquired a startup formed by ex-Apple staffers named Nuvia back in 2021. Since then, they have integrated Nuvia’s Oryon CPU core into its new chip. The combination promises better performance and power efficiency.

The Snapdragon Elite is expected to replace the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 as the flagship chipset for the company.

Xiaomi 15 series with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC to launch on October 13

Recently, a leaked promotional poster for the Xiaomi 15 series surfaced online and confirmed that it will be one of the first devices to feature the new Snapdragon Elite chip. Xiaomi is likely to unveil the smartphone on October 23.

The Snapdragon Elite is how Qualcomm enters new territory as the chipmaker goes from using its ARM-licensed cores to the custom-designed Oryon cores.

A leaked image hinting at Qualcomm’s upcoming chipset’s official name. (Image Credit – Digital Chat Station)

Digital Chat Station post on Weibo revealing the new Qualcomm chipset name.

Leaker Digital Chat Station shared an image hinting that Qualcomm’s upcoming chipset will be known as the Snapdragon Elite.

Earlier this month, benchmark scores of Samsung S25 Ultra, which is expected to feature the Snapdragon Elite chipset, were leaked online. The leaked scores showed how the new Qualcomm chip outperforms Apple’s A18 Pro in multi-core tests. It also nearly matched the Apple chip in single-core performance.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra scored impressive benchmark scores, including a peak clock speed of 4.47 GHz.

This new chipset also delivers a 56% improvement in GPU performance compared to its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It is also better optimised for AI processing. This means the chipset is designed to handle more modern and demanding tasks.

As mentioned the Xiaomi 15 Pro will be the first smartphone to debut with the new Snapdragon Elite. The smartphone, as per rumours, will come with features such as 90W fast charging, Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0, a 6,000mAh battery, and IP69 water and dust resistance.

The standard Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra are also part of the Xiaomi 15 Series alongside the 15 Pro. Although no official confirmation is out yet, we can expect more details to emerge as we move closer to the expected launch next month.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Snapdragon Elite chipset?

Answer. The Snapdragon Elite chipset is Qualcomm’s new premium processor featuring custom Oryon CPU cores, replacing ARM-licensed cores for improved performance and efficiency. It offers a 56% boost in GPU performance compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and is designed to handle demanding tasks, including AI processing and gaming.

Q2. What will be the key features of the Xiaomi 15 Pro?

Answer. The Xiaomi 15 Pro will feature 90W fast charging, a large 6,000mAh battery, Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0, and an ultra-sonic fingerprint scanner. It will also have IP69 water and dust resistance, offering durability and high performance with the Snapdragon Elite chipset.

iPhone 16 Teardown Reveals Easier Repairability and New Battery Tech

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September 27, 2024

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Highlights

The iPhone 16 stands out for its easy repairability and battery replacement.
iFixit’s teardown reveals new electric adhesive technology in the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus.
The iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max remain harder to repair but feature larger batteries and enhanced durability.

Both iPhone 16 and 16 Plus scored an unprecedented 7/10 on repairability from iFixit. (Image credit – iFixit)

iPhone 16 launch may have received a lacklustre response leaving many Apple fans underwhelmed, but there are certain aspects where the new iPhones are scoring well. Easy repairability is one such aspect. Many experts and reviewers have already pointed it out and now with every new analysis, we are just getting confirmation that iPhone 16 might be the most easily repairable iPhone in years.

A recent teardown of the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus by iFixit also reaffirms this. The video demonstrates how these new iPhone models are significantly easier to repair especially when it comes to battery replacement.

We have the new electric adhesive technology to thank for this.

This improvement earned Apple its highest-ever repairability score for the iPhone.

The teardown showed that Apple is using a special adhesive that makes removing the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus batteries rather easy. By applying an electrical current through the adhesive, it quickly loses its stickiness. This allows technicians to swap out the battery easily. It is also less time-consuming to replace iPhone 16 batteries.

In fact, the iFixit video does it in about 90 seconds.

“The dual-entry design, first introduced on the 14 series, remains very elegant. Once inside, lots of components are independently accessible with little to no additional disassembly. The layout is smart, prioritizing access to critical repairs like battery and camera replacement. In past models, it was normal to see, for example, battery pull tabs blocked by a Taptic Engine, which was blocked by a speaker, which was blocked by a big grounding bracket—all of that having to come out in sequence. The 16’s design offers independent access to the battery, the speaker, the Taptic Engine, cameras, display, back cover, and so on. It’s really thoughtfully laid out.” – iFixit.

Apple recommends using a simple 9V battery with two alligator clip cables to complete the process. This earned the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus an impressive 7/10 repairability score from iFixit.

However, the electric adhesive is only available on the regular iPhone 16 and 16 Plus.

Higher-end models, the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max don’t have this technology.

The iPhone 16 Pro has a metallic battery casing. The top model Pro Max does not have the same case, which may be in preparation for upcoming EU battery regulations.

Another Popular YouTuber JerryRigEverything put the iPhone 16 Pro Max through a series of durability tests. This included a scratch test, a brutal fire test, and bend tests from several angles. While the phone did pick up some scratches, it survived all other challenges.

The teardown also highlighted some interesting battery changes.

The iPhone 16 Pro has a 9.4% larger battery compared to last year’s model. On the other hand, the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus saw increases of 6.3% and 6.6%, respectively.

The metallic battery design in the iPhone 16 Pro is believed to help with heat dissipation and could lead to higher battery densities in future models.

Apple has definitely improved repairability for some models. But this is limited to iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus only. The absence of the electric adhesive in Pro models makes them still harder to repair.

Overall, the iPhone 16 lineup showcases new technology and increased durability. It is surely making these iPhones more user-friendly for repairs.

FAQs

Q1. What makes the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus more easily repairable?

Answer. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus feature new electric adhesive technology that allows for easy battery replacement by applying an electric current to remove the adhesive, earning them high repairability scores.

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September 27, 2024

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The OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition scored 2.88 million points on AnTuTu.
It is the highest score ever for any chipset.
The smartphone will feature the upcoming Dimensity 9400, Android 15, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage.
MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 SoC will launch on October 9th.

OPPO Find X8 image. (Image credit – OPPO’s Zhou Yibao on Weibo)

After the OPPO Find X8 (PKB110) recent Geekbench appearance, we now have the OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition making waves with its new benchmark scores.

The upcoming OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition (PKC130) scored an impressive 2.88 million points on the AnTuTu benchmark to everyone’s surprise. This is the highest score ever recorded on the platform.

Oppo Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition spotted on AnTuTu benchmark listing. (Image credit – Fonearena)

This powerful device is packed with top-tier specs, which include Android 15, 16GB of LPDDR5T RAM, and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage.

The unprecedented 2.88 million AnTuTu score has the CPU scored 622,417 points, the GPU hit 1,288,622 points, the memory (MEM) section reached 519,308 points, and the user experience (UX) tallied 450,211 points. These scores indicate exceptional performance across the board.

Earlier this month, Oppo Find X8 in a Geekbench listing confirmed the smartphone will be powered with the upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset.

Oppo Find X8 spotted on Geekbench listing. (Image credit – GSMarena)

The chip features an all-big core structure like its predecessor with 1x Cortex-X5 performance core clocked at 3.4 GHz, 3 x Cortex-X4 cores @ 3.3Ghz and 4 x Cortex-A720 cores @ 2.4GHz.

MediaTek is reportedly set to unveil its new Dimensity 9400 SoC on October 9th. Rumours suggest the OPPO Find X8 series and vivo X200 Pro series are among the first devices to be powered by this advanced chip.

OPPO’s Find series with perfectly equal bezels on all four sides. (Image credit – OPPO’s Zhou Yibao on Weibo)

Zhou Yibao, head of OPPO’s Find series, recently shared an image of the Find X8. It highlighted the design with perfectly equal bezels on all four sides.

Yibao revealed that finalising the design took over three and a half years of research and development. It went through several trial productions and even the rebuilding of a special production line.

Well-known leaker Digital Chat Station on Weibo previously revealed that the OPPO Find X8 is set to be the thinnest and lightest in its series. It suggested that the smartphone will have a thickness of less than 8mm and will weigh under 200g.

We can expect more details on the Find X8 series launch soon.

FAQs

Q1. What AnTuTu benchmark score is recorded by the OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition?

Answer. The OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition scored 2.88 million points on the AnTuTu benchmark, the highest score ever recorded on the platform.

Q2. What are the key features of the OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Edition?

Answer. As per rumours, Oppo Find X8 features Android 15, 16GB of LPDDR5T RAM, 1TB UFS 4.0 storage, and a balanced design with equal bezels on all four sides.

Q3. How thin and light is the OPPO Find X8?

Answer. The OPPO Find X8 is expected to be less than 8mm thick and weigh under 200g, making it one of the thinnest and lightest devices in its series.

Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra Limited Edition Launched At Rs 36,999 In India: Features, Specifications, Price & Offers

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September 27, 2024

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• OPPO has launched a special edition of the Reno 12 Pro in collaboration with fashion designer Manish Malhotra.

• The device features a special floral pattern on the back panel in an attractive matte finish.

• It has the same specifications as the regular variant, featuring the Dimensity 7300 Energy for Reno processor and OIS-enabled rear camera setup.

Oppo has launched the Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra limited edition smartphone in India.

“Inspired by Manish Malhotra’s World Collection, this special edition reflects the opulence of Indian design heritage through intricate gold filigree and floral embroidery over an elegant black backdrop,” said the company.

Manish Malhotra’s touch on the Reno 12 Pro

Oppo Reno12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra limited edition smartphone features floral motifs of Mughal art and intricate embroidery techniques from regions like Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.

Patterns inspired by Zardozi and Parsi Gara embroidery in the black and gold colour. The technique incorporates a novel Double Etching + Annealing method, with a particular emphasis on Patterned Annealing.

The Manish Malhotra edition goes beyond the standard design; it utilises an eight-layer process—compared to the usual six-layer construction of a Reno back—which includes two layers of plating (one for the gold and the other for the black) along with UV texturing, CounterPoint Screen Printing, and Stereo Etched Glass.

OPPO India, head of product marketing, Karan Dua added: “At OPPO India, we believe in the power of collaboration to create something truly special. Partnering with Manish Malhotra for the Reno12 Pro 5G Limited Edition has been an exciting journey of blending tradition with modernity. Manish’s iconic design sensibilities, rooted in India’s cultural aesthetic, have brought a unique artistic vision to life in this edition. Together, we have crafted a celebration of craftsmanship and creativity, making this festive season even more special for our consumers.”

Manish Malhotra expressed about the collaboration, stating: “I have always endeavoured to fuse tradition and opulence, and this collaboration with OPPO India captures that vision perfectly. The OPPO Reno12 Pro Limited Edition melds my passion for intricate detailing with the fine craftsmanship that OPPO brings to the table. With its luxurious design, this phone is the perfect companion for the festive season, combining beauty, elegance, and celebration. Together, we have created something that looks beautiful and feels luxurious to hold and flaunt.”

OPPO Reno12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra Limited Edition Pricing and Availability

The OPPO Reno12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra Limited Edition comes in Golden colours and is priced at Rs. 36,999 for the single 12GB + 256GB model, same as the original Reno12 Pro.

It is now available for order from Flipkart, OPPO online store, and offline stores and will ship starting from October 3rd.

Offers

OPPO Reno12 Offers

Customers can avail an instant cashback of up to 10% on Flipkart, OPPO e-Store, and mainline retailers with leading bank cards (Debit/Credit) from SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Bank, IDFC First Bank, RBL Bank, Kotak Bank, AU Small Finance, Bank of Baroda Cards, and DBS.
Additionally, customers can benefit from flexible payment options with 3- and 6-month no-cost EMI plans, as well as 9-, 12-, and 18-month low-cost EMI options.
Customers can also avail of Zero Down Payment schemes for up to 12 months from leading financiers.
This festive season, OPPO presents the ‘My OPPO Exclusive Rs 10 lakh Raffle’, running from 1st October to 7th November 2024. By enrolling in the My OPPO App, participants can win exciting rewards, including cash prizes of Rs 10 lakh, OPPO Find N3 Flip, OPPO Pad, and more.

OPPO Reno12 Pro Specifications

6.7-inch FHD+ (2412 × 1080 pixels) FHD+ OLED dual (Reno 12) / quad (Reno12 Pro) curved display with 120Hz refresh rate, up to 1200 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i (Reno 12) / Victus 2 (Reno12 Pro)
Octa Core (2 x 2.5GHz Cortex-A78 + 6 x 2GHz Cortex-A55 CPUs) MediaTek Dimensity 7300- Energy 4nm processor with Mali-G615 MC2 GPU
12GB LPDDR4X RAM with 256GB / 512GB UFS 3.1 storage, expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD
Android 14 with ColorOS 14.1
50MP main camera with 1/1.95″ Sony LYT-600 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, OIS, 8MP 112º ultra-wide camera with Sony IMX355 sensor, ƒ/2.2 aperture, 50MP 2x telephoto camera with Samsung JN5 sensor, up to 20x digital zoom, 4K 30 fps video recording
50MP front camera with Samsung JN5 sensor, f/2.0 aperture, 4K 30 fps video recording
In-display fingerprint sensor, infrared sensor
USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers
Dust and splash resistant (IP65)
Dimensions: 161.5 x 74.8x 7.4mm; Weight: 180g
5G SA/ NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ax (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.4, Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, USB Type-C
5000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging

FAQs

What is the availability of Oppo Reno 12 Pro Manish Malhotra Limited Edition?

Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra limited edition phone is already up for pre-booking in India. It will be available for sale on October 3 via OPPO e-Store, e-commerce platform Flipkart, and mainline retail outlets.

What are the launch offers of Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra Limited Edition?

The Chinese smartphone brand has announced offers on the Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra limited edition. Customers can avail an instant cashback of up to 10 percent on Flipkart, OPPO e-Store, and mainline retailers with leading bank cards.

Additionally, customers can benefit from flexible payment options with 3 and 6-month no-cost EMI plans. They can also avail of Zero Down Payment schemes for up to 12 months from leading financiers.

What is the inspiration of Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Manish Malhotra Edition?

Oppo India says the phone’s design is inspired by India’s rich art traditions, like the floral patterns of Mughal art and embroidery from Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.

The black and gold colours are based on Zardozi and Parsi Gara embroidery, symbolising elegance and prosperity. Black represents timeless beauty, while gold stands for luxury and celebration, reflecting the spirit of Indian festivals.

Read More: Oppo Reno12 and Reno12 Pro launched globally: Price, Specs, and Features

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