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OnePlus 13 Key Specs Teased Ahead of October 31 Launch, Global Variant Spotted on SIRIM Certification

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Highlights

  • 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.
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    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)

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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.

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OnePlus 13 teaser for display features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
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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.

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OnePlus 13 teaser of other features ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
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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.

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OnePlus 13 teaser for camera specs ahead of China Launch. (Image credit – OnePlus)
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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.

The OnePlus 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.

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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.

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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.

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Instagram Reduced Video Quality of Unpopular Videos, Mosseri Confirms

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Highlights

  • 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.
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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.

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Apple’s iPhone SE 4 Possible Specs, Price and Launch Timeline Leaked

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Highlights

  • 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.
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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.

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 be Apple’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 MagSafe accessories 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.

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Also Read : Update: iPhone SE 4 expected in 2025 with major upgrades

Vivo T4x 5G Spotted in IMEI Database – Here’s What to Expect!

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Highlights

  • 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.

Vivo has 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.

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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.

Also Read : Vivo T3 Ultra 5G Review: A Premium Feel Phone with 1.5K AMOLED Display, 5500mAh Battery, and 80W FlashCharge

Also Read : Vivo T3 Pro 5G with Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Goes on Sale Today

Also Read : Vivo T3 Pro 5G with Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Processor Launched in India: Price, Specs, Features, Availability

Upcoming Vivo Y29 4G Spotted in IMEI Database

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Highlights

  • Vivo is expanding its Y series with the upcoming Vivo Y29 4G.
  • The smartphone was spotted in the IMEI and GSMA databases with model number V2434.
  • The Y29 4G might feature similar specs to its predecessor, the Y28 4G.
  • The exact launch date for the Vivo Y29 4G is yet to be announced.

Chinese smartphone maker Vivo has been working to capture every smartphone segment with its range of competitively priced smartphones. Recent reports suggest that the company is gearing up to expand its popular Y series with a new addition. 

According to a recent exclusive report on Gizmochina, the upcoming Vivo Y29 4G has been spotted in the IMEI and GSMA databases.

The smartphone was identified with model number V2434 in the listings.

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Vivo Y29 4G has been spotted in the IMEI and GSMA databases. (Screenshot credit – Gizmochina)

Although no proper details about its key specs or features are known as of now, online speculations are going on based on the predecessor smartphone, the Vivo Y28 4G.

Just to recall, the Vivo Y28 4G was a solid option in the budget-friendly smartphone market. So, we can

assume the upcoming Y29 4G might also feature similar specifications.

Predecessor Vivo Y28 4G – A Quick Look Back

Vivo Y29 4G Leaked

To manage expectations about the upcoming model, here’s a quick look at what the previous model offered:

The Y28 4G came with a 6.68-inch HD+ screen, a 90Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits of brightness, making it bright and smooth.

Powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, it provided a solid balance of performance and efficiency It supports up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, along with expandable memory support of up to 1TB via a memory card.

For the camera setup, it featured a dual-camera setup with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The front of the phone has an 8MP selfie camera in a dot notch.

Moreover, one of the Y28 4G’s standout features is its large 6000mAh battery with 44W fast charging support.

It came with IPX4 water and IP6X dust resistance, the phone ran on the latest Funtouch 14 interface, based on Android 14.

Vivo Y29 4G – What To Expect?

While we don’t yet know the exact launch date for the Vivo Y29 4G, it’s likely to include many of these popular features from its predecessor, the Vivo Y28 4G.

It is also being speculated that the Y29 4G could become a solid contender in the budget smartphone market. It will offer high-value features at an affordable price.

Fans and tech enthusiasts are now waiting for an official release date announcement and more specific details to come out.

FAQs

Q1. What do we know about the upcoming Vivo Y29 4G?

Answer. The upcoming Vivo Y29 4G has been spotted in the IMEI and GSMA databases, identified with model number V2434.

Q2. What features did the Vivo Y28 4G offer?

Answer. The Vivo Y28 4G came with a 6.68-inch HD+ screen, 50MP main sensor, 6000mAh battery with 44W fast charging, and ran on the Funtouch 14 interface based on Android 14.

Q3. When is the Vivo Y29 4G expected to launch?

Answer. While we don’t yet know the exact launch date for the Vivo Y29 4G, it’s likely to include many of the popular features from its predecessor, the Vivo Y28 4G.

Also Read : Vivo Y04 and Vivo Y19e Spotted in IMEI Listing, Launch Expected Soon

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Samsung to Launch Galaxy A06 5G, First 5G Smartphone in the Budget Galaxy A0X Series

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Highlights

  • Samsung is set to launch its budget 5G smartphone Galaxy A06 5G.
  • It will be part of the Galaxy A0X Series beyond 4G devices.
  • The new model will retain features of the Galaxy A06 4G but with a 5G-enabled processor.
  • Samsung has not yet announced an official release date for the Galaxy A06 5G.

The Galaxy A0X Series offers a lineup of affordable smartphones with basic features. Samsung is now working to expand the series with its first 5G-enabled smartphone in the budget segment Galaxy A0X Series.

The company is all set to launch Galaxy A06 5G in the coming months. The series up until now only had a range of affordable 4G smartphones.

The reports of Galaxy A06 5G were recently confirmed in an exclusive Gizmochina report. The revealed details of spotting the upcoming smartphone in the GSMA database under the model numbers SM-A066B/DS and SM-A066M/DS.

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Galaxy A06 5G spotted in GSMA database with SM-A066B/DS. (Screenshot credit – Gizmochina)
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Galaxy A06 5G spotted in GSMA database with SM-A066M/DS. (Screenshot credit – Gizmochina)

Galaxy A06 5G – Specifications

The latest Galaxy A06 and its predecessor, the Galaxy A05, both used MediaTek’s Helio G85 processor, which only supports 4G connectivity.

Now, Samsung is making a shift by adding 5G support to the Galaxy A0X line.

The new phone, likely to be named the “Galaxy A06 5G,” will mark the first time a Galaxy A0X model supports 5G connectivity.

The complete specifications haven’t been disclosed yet. However, the phone is expected to mirror the Galaxy A06 4G model apart from the addition of a 5G-enabled processor.

Samsung is basically offering its customers Galaxy A06 to upgrade to 5G without major changes in their overall experience from the predecessor handset.

Samsung introducing 5G to the budget segment comes at a time when demand for 5G phones is on the rise.

There is a wide segment of budget-conscious users who want to upgrade to faster 5G speeds.

Offering them a reliable 5G option at an affordable price can help the Korean manufacturer expand its reach.

With a 5G processor, we can expect Galaxy A06 5G to receive more software updates. The phone will also offer faster internet speeds, smoother data transfer and an overall improved experience.

Galaxy A06 5G – Release Date

Samsung has not announced an official release date for the Galaxy A06 5G as of now.

We can expect more details to emerge soon. In any case, the smartphone could make a significant impact on the budget smartphone market.

FAQs

Q1. What is Samsung’s first budget 5G smartphone in the Galaxy A0X Series?

Answer. The new phone, likely to be named the “Galaxy A06 5G,” will mark the first time a Galaxy A0X model supports 5G connectivity.

Q2. What is the expected performance improvement in the Galaxy A06 5G?

Answer. With a 5G processor, we can expect Galaxy A06 5G to receive more software updates, offer faster internet speeds, smoother data transfer and an overall improved experience.

Q3. Has Samsung announced the release date for the Galaxy A06 5G?

Answer. Samsung has not announced an official release date for the Galaxy A06 5G as of now.

Also Read :Samsung Galaxy A06 Launched in India Starting at Rs. 9,999 – Features & Specifications

Apple Smart Home Display To Look Like iMac G4, reports Gurman

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Highlights

  • Apple’s upcoming smart home display may feature a design like the iconic iMac G4
  • It will come with a small screen and a circular base.
  • The device is expected to launch early next year.
  • It will be the first Apple smart home product with an A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence support.
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Apple Smart Home Display to have a small screen and a circular base, design inspired by iconic iMac G4. (Image credit – 9to5Mac)

Do you remember the iconic iMac G4? Well, if you are an Apple fan, there is no value you miss the design languages of a lot of older Apple products.

There was a novelty in earlier designs that most of us today miss in modern tech design philosophy.

It appears Apple too is missing some of its older designs because as per recent reports, we may soon get an iMac-like design in one of the smart home Apple products.

In his latest Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s trusted Apple reporter Mark Gurman shared some exclusive details about the upcoming smart home products by Apple.

According to Gurman, there is a possibility Apple will throwback to the designs of one of its most iconic computers – the iMac G4.

Between all the details Gurman shared, his reveal about the base design was intriguing. Gurman shared, “The screen is positioned at an angle on a small base, making it reminiscent of the circular bottom of the iMac G4 from a couple of decades ago.”

Many Apple fans have been vocal about wanting to see iconic iMac design language to comeback in modern Apple products.

There have been reports about working on a smart home display for a long time now. The company is reportedly on track to ship them by early next year.

Moreover, Gurman revealed that the Apple smart home display will also be the first Apple smart home product with A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence support.

As per Gurman, the Apple smart home display will have a relatively small screen that may be about two iPhones vertically placed side by side. Apple is also expected to make its first smart home product rather affordable to reach the maximum number of households. The aim is to make the upcoming Apple HomeOS accessible to a wide customer base.

Gurman’s report confirms that the Apple homeOS will have apps such as FaceTime, Notes and Calendars. He described the operating system as “well-suited” for video and photo slideshows.

Moreover, Gurman suggested that the base of the home display that will look like the iMac is most likely going to house speakers. This, if true, will turn the smart home display almost into a HomePod with a display.

FAQs

Q1. What design is the upcoming Apple smart home display expected to feature?

Answer. The screen is positioned at an angle on a small base, making it reminiscent of the circular bottom of the iMac G4 from a couple of decades ago.

Q2. When is the Apple smart home display expected to ship?

Answer. As per reports, the company is reportedly on track to ship them by early next year.

Q3, What apps will the Apple HomeOS include on the smart home display?

Answer. Apple HomeOS will have apps such as FaceTime, Notes and Calendars.

Q4. What will be the key feature of Apple’s smart home display?

Answer. Gurman revealed that the Apple smart home display will also be the first Apple smart home product with A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence support.

Also Read : Gurman says Apple might launch smart glasses and AirPods with cameras in 2027

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Also Read : Apple to launch smart home display in 2025 with new HomeOS and Apple Intelligence

Jio’s Diwali Dhamaka offer: Get JioBharat Phones for ₹699 with a ₹123 Monthly Plan

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Highlights

  • JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer reduces the price of JioBharat 4G phones to ₹699.
  • The ₹123 monthly subscription includes unlimited voice calls, 14 GB data, access to 455+ Live TV Channels, JioCinema, JioPay, and more.
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JioBharat feature phones are now available for Rs 699 in a limited-period Diwali offer. (Image credit – Jio)

This festive season, Reliance Jio is getting its users the best of deals to offer the best value with its Sabse Sasta, Sabse Badhiya offer. The telecom giant recently announced JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer reducing the retail price of JioBharat 4G phones significantly.

The JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer brings JioBharat 4G phones a special offer price of just ₹699. JioBharat 4G phones are currently available at the retail price of ₹999. This limited-period offer also brings some exciting benefits for the users of JioBharat.

JioBharat users can get a monthly subscription of ₹123 with the JioBharat festive season plan.

Reliance Jio unveiled the budget-friendly JioBharat V3 and V4 phone models on October 14, with an aim to enhance the 4G network access for users across the country.

The JioBharat phones, priced at ₹1,099, offer various Jio services including JioTV and JioPay on a monthly rental plan of just ₹123.

Apart from the special offer price, the JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer also includes the following benefits –

  • Unlimited Voice Calls
  • 14 GB of data per month
  • Access to over 455 Live TV Channels
  • Premieres and latest movies
  • Video shows and live sports
  • Highlights on JioCinema
  • Digital payment capabilities, including QR code scanning
  • Sound alerts for payments received via JioPay
  • Group chat features
  • Easy sharing of videos, photos, and messages on JioChat

Users can save up to ₹76 on their monthly rentals with the JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka plan. It is about 40% more affordable when compared to feature phone plans offered by competitors. Other operator’s plans are typically priced at Rs 199 per month.

Announcing the offer, a Jio spokesperson said, “This is more than just a phone; it’s a festive gift that promises a brighter, more connected tomorrow.”

Customers should visit their nearest Jio store, JioMart or Amazon to avail the offer.

Reliance Jio Diwali Dhamaka Offer

Reliance Jio has introduced its True 5G Diwali Dhamaka offer with benefits up to Rs 3,350, which includes free vouchers and coupons from EaseMyTrip, Ajio, and Swiggy for customers recharging their numbers with select plans under this offer.

The offer is live on Jio.com and the MyJio app starting today and will be valid till November 5, 2024.

Reliance Jio Diwali Dhamaka offer is available on select Jio True 5G plans:

  • Rs 899 and Rs 3,599

On recharging with these plans, users will get benefits worth Rs 3,350, as follows:

  • Rs 3,000 voucher from EaseMyTrip for hotels and air travel
  • Rs 200 coupon from AJIO on purchases of Rs 999 and above
  • Rs 150 voucher from Swiggy for your favorite meals

FAQs

Q1. What is the special offer price for JioBharat 4G phones during the Diwali Dhamaka offer?

Answer. The JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer brings JioBharat 4G phones at a special offer price of just ₹699.

Q2. What benefits are included in the ₹123 monthly subscription for JioBharat users?

Answer. The ₹123 monthly subscription includes unlimited voice calls, 14 GB of data per month, access to over 455 Live TV Channels, premieres and latest movies, video shows, and live sports highlights on JioCinema, digital payment capabilities, group chat features and easy sharing of videos, photos and messages on JioChat.

Q3. How much can users save with the JioBharat plan?

Answer. Users can save up to ₹76 on their monthly rentals with the JioBharat plan, which is about 40% more affordable when compared to feature phone plans offered by competitors.

Q4.What are JioBharat Phone features?

Answer.The V2 phone features a 1.77-inch QVGA TFT display, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a 0.3 megapixel rear camera. It has a removable 1000mAh battery. As expected, the phone will be locked to the Jio network, which means the users will need a Jio SIM in the tray to use it. It also features a torch light and FM radio. It supports expandable storage via SD cards up to 128GB.

The phone will support UPI payments through JioPay, have access to JioCinema for movies, videos and sports entertainment, and JioSaavn service.

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Nvidia Surpasses Apple to Become the World’s Most Valuable Company

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Highlights

  • Nvidia briefly surpassed Apple as the world’s most valuable company.
  • Value growth is driven by massive demand for its AI-specific chips.
  • Nvidia’s stock has grown nearly 190% this year
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Nvidia surpasses Apple to become the world’s most valuable company following the insatiable demand for AI chips. (Image credit – Associated Press)

 It appears supercomputing AI chips are here to dominate everything in the tech industry including who will be at the top.

This Friday was a brief showcase of how the new world order would be things move forward on the same path.

Nvidia marked a historic rise in its stock value on Friday surpassing Apple as the world’s most valuable company for a brief period. It’s no secret that the massive demand for Nvidia’s AI-specific chips is the driving force behind growth.

According to LSEG data, Nvidia’s market value hit an unprecedented $3.53 trillion, a number just slightly above Apple’s $3.52 trillion.

Although Apple regained its top spot by the end of the day.

The Cupertino giant closed at market value of $3.52 trillion as Nvidia settled a bit lower at $3.47 trillion.

What started a gaming processor manufacturer, Nvidia today dominates the AI chip market, which has been rapidly expanding as companies like Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta invest heavily in AI capabilities. 

In the last few months, Nvidia’s stock value was boosted by a $6.6 billion funding round announcement from OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT.

Investment Director at AJ Bell, Russ Mould noted, “More companies are now embracing artificial intelligence in their everyday tasks, and demand remains strong for Nvidia chips.”

Nvidia surpassing Apple on the ticker shouldn’t be a surprise for someone who is keeping track of the market. Nvidia shares recorded an all-time high last Tuesday as the world’s largest contract chipmaker TSMC reported a 54% jump in profit.

This year, Nvidia’s stock has witnessed a growth of nearly 190% as AI demand swells projections and investor confidence.

Meanwhile, Apple has seen slower demand for its products. iPhone sales in China recently slipped by 0.3% in the third quarter.

While Apple’s revenue is expected to grow 5.55% year-over-year to $94.5 billion, Nvidia is expected to report a revenue growth of nearly 82% to reach $32.9 billion.

Cherry Lane Investments’ Rick Meckler believes Nvidia’s revenue prospects are promising for now. Although, he underlines the significance of investor sentiment. “The question is whether the revenue stream will last…and will be driven by the emotion of investors rather than by any ability to prove or disprove the thesis that AI is overdone,” he said.

Meanwhile, other semiconductor stocks also witnessed a growth in value on Friday. The growing trends were mostly credited to the recent Western Digital report on better-than-expected earnings.

FAQs

Q1. Why did Nvidia’s market value surpass Apple’s for a brief period?

Answer. The massive demand for Nvidia’s AI-specific chips is the driving force behind the growth, reaching an unprecedented $3.53 trillion market value.

Q2. How much has Nvidia’s stock value grown this year?

Answer. Nvidia’s stock has witnessed a growth of nearly 190% this year as AI demand fuels projections and investor confidence.

Q3. What is the expected revenue growth for Nvidia compared to Apple?

Answer. Nvidia is expected to report a revenue growth of nearly 82% to reach $32.9 billion, while Apple’s revenue is expected to grow 5.55% year-over-year to $94.5 billion.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series to Reduce Costs with New Display Technology

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Highlights

  • Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra production has reportedly started.
  • Reports suggest Samsung will stick with the M13 to keep costs down.
  • Expected display sizes for the S25 series: 6.16-inch (base model), 6.66-inch (Plus model) and 6.86-inch (Ultra model).
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Reports confirm Galaxy S25 Ultra production has now started. (Image credit – PhoneArena)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra rumours and speculations are creating the most noise in the online tech community these days.

Every day there are new updates or details about the device coming up, keeping it interesting for Samsung fans out there.

This shouldn’t be a surprise since the release of the S25 Ultra is now just a couple of months away.

In fact, we can expect the rumour mill to go on overdrive in the coming weeks. The recent updates, however, aren’t such a good news

We recently had multiple sources suggesting Galaxy S25 Ultra parts production has now started.

However, some leakers hint that may not match up to Apple’s top phones in display technology. Here’s a quick rundown of every news break on Galaxy S25 production we have had recently.

First, we had popular leaker Roland Quandt on X (previously Twitter) revealing that Samsung suppliers have already started manufacturing parts for the Galaxy S25 series.


It is interesting to note that Samsung started the production for the Galaxy S24 around November 2023, Referencing this timeline, fans online were quick to infer that Samsung is probably ahead of schedule this year even though this in no way means we can assume an early launch for the Galaxy S25.

Anyhow, Soon after Quandt’s post, insider Ice Universe shared that the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s screen would improve over the Galaxy S24 Ultra in areas like brightness, viewing angle and colour accuracy.

Based on these enhancements, Ice Universe speculated that the S25 Ultra might use the newer M14 display material, which is also reportedly used in the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models.

However, not everyone has the same update to share. Well-known display analyst Ross Young and tipster Jukanlosreve suggest Samsung will stick with the M13 material, the same as the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

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According to Young, Samsung might be avoiding the M14 panel to keep costs down, especially with the higher production costs associated with phones featuring advanced AI capabilities, which require better chips, more memory and more storage.

Meanwhile, social media leakers and tipsters are not the only sources to confirm the use of M13 material. South Korean outlet ET News also reported that Samsung is sticking with M13 for the Galaxy S25 series based on inside word that Samsung Display has started taking orders based on this material.

According to previously leaked reports, the Galaxy S25 series is expected to have the following display sizes –

  • The base model – 6.16-inch screen
  • The Plus model – 6.66-inch display
  • The Ultra model – 6.86-inch screen

There could be some Samsung fans who are disappointed knowing that the company is compromising on display technology to cut costs, but we have to consider the optics of the ultimate device the company is trying to offer before being the judge. Moreover, this also aligns with the pattern of Samsung using its display material sets for two generations.

FAQs

Q1. Has the production for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra started?

Answer. Samsung suppliers have already started manufacturing parts for the Galaxy S25 series.

Q2. What are the reports about the display technology for the Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Answer. Some suggest the S25 Ultra might use the newer M14 display material, while others indicate it will stick with the M13 to keep costs down.

Q3. What are the expected display sizes for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series?

Answer. The base model is expected to have a 6.16-inch screen, the Plus model a 6.66-inch display, and the Ultra model a 6.86-inch screen.

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