There is a lot of excitement in the field of technology right now.
It is normal for things to be like this once in a while where we have rumours and news from big brands on different things that they plan to release or develop soon.
Here is today’s tech wrap for you to easily digest some of the breaking news featured in the tech world.
After months of speculation, Nintendo has finally confirmed that the successor to the beloved Switch console is on the horizon.
According to an article by techradar.com, the Nintendo Switch 2 is said to have been teased by Nintendo’s president, Shuntaro Furukawa.
He stated that they might release another console for their gaming systems at some point without any prior announcements or information about it.
When asked about when fans can expect more details regarding this potential device upgrade during an interview with Nikkei (translated by VGC), Mr. Furukawa responded by saying such plans will be disclosed only when ready so please wait patiently.
I guess we will be waiting patiently.
Capcom’s famed Resident Evil series is preparing to launch its ninth instalment next year, insider sources in the gaming community claim.
After the huge hit that was Resident Evil 4 Remake, developers are looking forward to this new game with optimism.
It’s been said that Resident Evil 9 will be set on an island reminiscent of Singapore, and will be the first time in the franchise’s history to be an open world game after almost seven years under development.
Fans of the franchise like us are pretty eager to see how Capcom will push the boundaries of survival horror in this highly anticipated sequel.
Apple CEO Tim Cook recently hinted at a new Pencil being worked on, sparking speculation that the Apple Pencil Pro (or Apple Pencil 3) might be coming soon.
Rumors and Cook’s enigmatic tweet suggest that a revised stylus with some intriguing additions could be announced at today’s event – for instance, it might have Find My support for effortless locating, tips which can be switched magnetically as well as a “Squeeze” feature for things like inserting text or signing things quickly.
There is little doubt that creative professionals and digital artists are eagerly awaiting this potential upgrade to Apple’s popular stylus.
We will know for sure what Apple is planning at today’s Let Loose event.
The Redmi K80 Pro series might just be one of the first smartphones to be powered by Qualcomm’s upcoming latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset.
According to some leaks, it is expected that the phone might come out in November with 2K screen, periscope telephoto lens, and Qualcomm’s most advanced processor for best performance in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.
With its impressive specs and powerful chipset, the Redmi K80 Pro is shaping up to be a fierce competitor in the flagship smartphone market.
However, some recent benchmark sightings of the device do not paint such a good picture of the chipset.
We’ll have to wait and see.
An “AI digital human” will introduce Reame’s upcoming flagship, the GT Neo 6 on May 9, the company has announced, making it the first of its kind event.
The GT Neo 6 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 3 processor from Qualcomm and is expected to pack a massive 5,500mAh battery that supports 120W wired charging and is expected to house a dual camera setup consisting 50MP main sensor among others.
This marks another example where Realme brings innovation into play not only with their products but also in marketing them through unconventional methods like this.
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano SIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | December 27, 2024 (Expected) |
Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.4 x 8.6 mm or 8.9 mm |
Type | Color AMOLED Screen (1B Colors) |
Touch | Yes, 480 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
Size | 6.78 inches, 1440 x 3200 pixels, 120 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
PPI | ~ 518 PPI |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 87.5% |
Features | 2440Hz High-frequency PWM dimming, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, 1400nits |
Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
RAM | 8 GB |
Storage | 128 GB |
Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
Card Slot | No |
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
5G Bands | n1/n3/n5/n8/n28a/n38/n41/n77/n78 |
VoLTE | Yes |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 7 |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4, A2DP, LE |
USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
IR Blaster | Yes |
GPS | Yes, with A-GPS. Up to tri-band: GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Color Spectrum |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
NFC | Yes |
Splash Resistant | Yes |
Dust Resistant | No |
Rear Camera | 64 MP f/1.9 (Wide Angle) 8 MP (Ultra Wide) 2 MP f/2.4 (macro) with autofocus |
Camera Sensor | Sony IMX800 |
Features | HDR, panorama |
Video Recording | 8K @ 24 fps UHD, 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30/60 fps FHD, 720p @ 1920 fps HD |
Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
Front Camera | Punch Hole 32 MP (Wide Angle) |
Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
OS | Android v14 |
Custom UI | MIUI 15 |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 |
CPU | 3.3 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
Core Details | 1xCortex-X4@3.3 GHz & 5xCortex-A720@3.2 GHz & 2x Cortex-A520@2.3 GHz |
GPU | Adreno GPU |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes |
Yes | |
Music | Yes |
Video | Yes |
FM Radio | No |
Document Reader | Yes |
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 5500 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes, 120W Fast charging |
Wireless Charging | Yes, 30W |
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano SIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | February 09, 2024 (Expected) |
Bezel less | Yes |
Colors | Purple, Black, White |
Type | Color OLED Screen (1.07 b) |
Touch | Yes |
Size | 6.78 inches, 1240 x 2772 pixels, 144 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 |
PPI | ~ 451 PPI |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 93.4% |
Features | Sampling Rate: Intelligent Instantaneous 1700Hz, Contrast Ratio: 5,000,000:1, DCI-P3 100% |
Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
RAM | 8 GB |
Storage | 256 GB |
Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
Card Slot | No |
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
Vo5G | Yes |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
IR Blaster | Yes |
GPS | GPS, AGPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
Extra | NFC |
Extra Features | Dolby Atmos Dual Speakers, Track Double Stripe Design, Independent Graphics Chip |
Rear Camera | 50 MP f/1.9 (Wide Angle) 8 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP f/3.3 (microscope) with autofocus |
Features | Photo, beauty, filter, AI scene recognition, street photography, portrait, night scene, 50M, professional, panorama, super text, AI ID photo, microscope, tilt shift, skin quality detection |
Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
Front Camera | Punch Hole 32 MP f/2.5 (Wide Angle) with Screen Flash |
Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
OS | Android v14 |
Custom UI | realme UI 5.0 |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2 |
CPU | 3.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
Core Details | 1x Cortex-X3@ 3.2GHz & 4x Cortex-A715@ 2.8GHz & 3x Cortex-A510@2.0 GHz |
GPU | Adreno 740 |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes |
Yes | |
Music | AAC, APE, FLAC, AMR, MID, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA, MKA |
Video | MP4, 3GP, ASF, AVI, FLV, M2TS, MKV, MPG, TS, WEBM, WMV |
FM Radio | No |
Document Reader | Yes |
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes, 100W Super Dart Charging |
Reverse Charging | Yes, 5W |
Nintendo has confirmed the development of the Switch 2, a successor to their popular gaming console. Details are sparse, but the company’s president has indicated that more information will be released when it’s ready.
Resident Evil 9 is rumoured to be set on an island similar to Singapore and will be the series’ first open-world game, adding a new dimension to the survival horror genre.
The upcoming Apple Pencil Pro may include features like Find My support, magnetically switchable tips, and a new “Squeeze” feature, enhancing functionality for creative professionals.
The Redmi K80 Pro is anticipated to include Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor, a 2K display, and a periscope telephoto lens, although there are concerns about the chipset’s performance from recent benchmarks.
Realme plans to introduce the GT Neo 6 through an event hosted by an “AI digital human,” a first in the industry.
The smartphone is expected to have a 5,500 mAh battery and 120W charging, showcasing Realme’s forward-thinking marketing strategy.
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