Xiaomi launched two new Redmi smartphones -- Redmi Note 12 and Redmi 12C in India recently. Along with the two new smartphones, the Chinese smartphone maker also launched a new storage variant of the Redmi Note 12 5G smartphone.
Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 5G smartphone earlier this year. The smartphone already offers 4GB/6GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage. The Chinese smartphone maker has now launched the 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage variant of the smartphone. Users can also install a microSD card of up to 1TB on the smartphone. Price and availability
The Redmi Note 12 5G's 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage variant is priced at Rs 21,999. The smartphone can be purchased online from Amazon.in and mi.com starting April6. As part of the launch offers, the company is offering a discount of Rs 1,000 on ICICI Bank cards and exchange bonus of Rs 1,500. Redmi Note 12 5G specifications
The vanilla model of the Redmi Note 12 5G series shares the design with Pro models of the lineup, having a punch-hole display but a plastic build. The smartphone comes with an IP53 rating. Further, the Note 12 5G has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IR blaster, and 3.5mm headphone jack.
Redmi Note 12 5G flaunts a 6.67-inch 6.67-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED panel with a 1080x2400 pixel resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The panel offers 1200 nits of peak brightness, 4500000:1 contrast ratio, 4096- level dimming, and covers DCI-P3 colour gamut.
Powering the Note 12 5G is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset that adds support for 5G connectivity. The chipset under the hood comes with up to 6GB LPDDR4X RAM and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage, with an option for expandable storage via microSD card.
Redmi Note 12 5G runs Android 12-based MIUI 13 out-of-the-box. The smartphone boasts a 5000mAh battery and comes with a 33W charger.
Coming to the cameras, the Redmi Note 12 5G comes with a triple camera setup. The setup includes a 48MP primary camera, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro shooter. On the front, the smartphone houses an 8MP camera for selfies.
At 10 o’clock this morning, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, the world’s first 2nd Gen Snapdragon 7+ mobile phone hit the shelves for the first time. This device has a 1999 yuan ($291) starting price. In addition to the SD 7+ Gen2 SoC, this device also has the advantage of having 16GB RAM + 1TB storage option. The most interesting part is that the 16GB + 1TB version sells for only 2599 yuan ($378). For the price and more, especially the price, many users appreciate the product. Not long after the launch, the company released its first sales report. The official said that Redmi Note 12 Turbo became the first sales champion of the whole brand in the 2K – 3K price range of the three major e-commerce platforms. This is achieved in just five minutes, beating the 2019 sales record.
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Redmi Note 12 Turbo is in serious demand
According to Wang Hua’s record just released, the 16GB + 1TB model of the mobile phone hit the shelves and didn’t last long. This model alone surpassed the historical sales volume of the entire industry. That is the global sales record. According to the company, the sales data of this mobile phone has no time limit. At the moment, the company is struggling with stocking. The pre-orders for this model are well ahead of what the company can handle. However, it is reassuring users that all units will be produced.
It is because of the massively high demand that is why many users are yet to get their units. The company claims that the 16GB + 1TB version will be on sale again at 10 am on April 6. However, those with pending pre-orders will be settled first before the fresh sales. This means one thing, the device will go out of stock as soon as the sales start.
In addition to the chip, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo uses a 6.67-inch OLED straight screen with a resolution of 2400 x 1080. This display supports 120Hz high-refresh and 1920Hz high-frequency PWM dimming. Under the hood, there is a 5000 mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging.
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has expanded its affordable smartphone portfolio with the 4G variant of the Redmi Note 12. This smartphone is the world’s first smartphone to feature Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 685 chipset. This smartphone also sports a 120Hz AMOLED display. Along with this, the company has also launched the Redmi 12C smartphone.
Commenting on the launch of the two new Redmi devices, Sneha Tainwala, Xiaomi India’s director of smartphones and tablets business said, “Our aim is to bring innovation to everyone fueling democratization of smartphone adoption in the country. Through our journey, all our efforts have been focused on strengthening the entry-level and mid-level segments by offering the best specs at honest pricing.” Redmi Note 12 4G: Price availability and offers
Redmi Note 12 4G will be available for Rs 14,999 for 6GB + 64GB and Rs 16,999 for the 6GB +128GB variant. For ICICI Bank card holders, an introductory offer of flat Rs 1000 off is available, taking the effective pricing to Rs 13,999 and Rs 15,999, respectively.
The brand is also giving an additional discount of Rs 1500 on both variants – INR 13,499 for the 6GB + 64GB variant and INR 15,499 for the 6GB + 128GB variant. The device will be available across Mi.com, Flipkart, Mi Home and Mi Studio, and authorized retail partners starting 6th April, 12 noon.
Additionally, Xiaomi has also announced a new variant of Redmi Note 12 5G. The new variant will come with 8GB RAM with an additional 5GB virtual RAM extension option, taking the RAM up to 13 GB. This variant will also offer a bigger 256GB storage. Redmi Note 12 will be available in three colour options -- Lunar black, Ice Blue and Sunrise Gold.
The device has been made available at a pricing of Rs 21,999 with an additional Rs 1000 off for ICICI Bank card holders, taking effective pricing to Rs 20,999. Existing Xiaomi and Redmi users can exchange their devices with an exchange bonus of Rs 1500, which will bring the price of the device down to Rs 20,499. This device will also be available starting April 6 from 12 pm onwards. Redmi Note 12 4G: Key specs and features
Redmi Note 12 4G comes in a sleek design and measures 7.8mm in thickness and weighs 186g. The smartphone sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits of peak brightness and 100% DCI-P3 support.
This is the world's first smartphone to feature the latest Snapdragon 685 SoC. The octa-core chipset is based on 6nm architecture and has a clock speed of up to 2.8 GHz. The device also comes with up to 11GB RAM which includes 5GB of virtual RAM.
For optics the Redmi Note 12 houses a triple rear camera setup which includes -- a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro unit. The smartphone also features a 13MP front shooter for selfies and video calls.
Redmi Note 12 runs MIUI 14 which is based on the Android 13 operating system out of the box. The smartphone packs a 5000mAh battery unit that supports 33W fast charging.
The Note 12 4G model also comes with an IP53 splash and dust resistance rating and is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass protection. For connectivity, it features a 3.5mm headphone jack and IR blaster.
We've heard it before, and we're hearing it again, as it's being reported that Apple will reportedly delay the release of its headset.
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It looks like Apple has suffered another setback with its mixed-reality headset, as analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has chimed in, sharing that mass production for the product has been delayed. While it's unclear whether this device will make an appearance at Apple's upcoming WWDC set to take place on June 5, at the very least this new development will push back the release of the product by a few months. Kuo expects that the headset could release sometime in the third quarter of this year, but quantities of the product will be much lower.
For years, we've been hearing about Apple's next major product release, a mixed-reality headset that, according to various rumors and reports, would be like nothing we've seen before. While the enthusiasm and excitement has been relatively high surrounding the product, the company has never confirmed or even acknowledged the existence of this device, making it a bit of a mystery when it comes to its capabilities and looks. While we'd typically have hundreds of leaks leading up to an iPhone launch, we've yet to see one leaked product image or even render.
While the public's anticipation runs high, internally, it appears that Apple isn't all that confident with its unannounced device, with Kuo sharing that the team at Apple isn't "very optimistic" that the headset will be able to create an "iPhone moment" with what's currently in front of them in the Cupertino. It's unknown what exactly seems to be the problem, but earlier this month, there were reports that stated Apple's design team wanted to further delay the product, with Apple CEO Tim Cook overruling the decision and instead moving forward with plans for a release.
February was an exciting month in terms of smartphone launches. We saw Samsung launch its latest flagship Galaxy S23 series while Oppo launched its first ever flip phone, the Oppo Find N2 Flip. Recently, Samsung launched two more additions to its A series with the launch of Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54. The trend is set to continue as several smartphones are all set to launch soon, including the likes of Xiaomi 13, Oppo Reno 9, Redmi Note 12 4G and more.
Xiaomi 13 will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, paired with 8GB RAM. It will get a 6.36-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to get a triple camera setup at the back with a 50MP primary camera, along with a 32MP selfie shooter. Other notable features include IP68 water resistance, Gorilla Glass 5 protection, wireless charging and more.
2. Redmi Note 12 4G
The Redmi Note 12 4G has an identical design to Redmi Note 12 5G with two stark differences. Instead of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 processor, it gets the Snapdragon 685 under the hood, according to reports. Moreover, it gets a 48MP primary camera, instead of the 50MP primary camera found on the Redmi Note 12 5G.
The Redmi 12C features a 6.71-inch HD+ display at the front, according to reports. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 SoC. Other expected features include a 50MP primary camera, 5000mAh battery with 10W fast charging and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
4. Oppo Reno 9
The upcoming Oppo Reno 9 is expected to feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2400 and a refresh rate of 120Hz. According to reports, it is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 778G paired with 8GB RAM. It will get a 64MP primary camera at the back and a 32MP selfie camera. In terms of battery, the Oppo Reno 9 could feature a 4500mAh battery with SuperVOOC charging.
5. Moto G13
The Moto G13, which has been launched today, sports a 6.5-inch HD+ display with resolution of 720x1600 with a 90Hz refresh rate. Moreover, it is protected with Panda glass protection. Under the hood is MediaTek Helio G85 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage. The phone has a triple camera setup at the back with a primary 50MP sensor and an 8MP selfie shooter on the front.
Apple Inc. todayannouncedthat its annual Worldwide Developers Conference will run June 5-9 in an online format.
The company plans to detail new versions of its iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS operating systems at the event. Recent reports suggest that Apple’s long-rumored mixed reality headset could also make its debut.
Apple executives usually announce new products during a keynote address on the first day of WWDC. This year, the opening day will also see the company host an invite-only event for developers and students at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. The online edition of WWDC will offer access to technical sessions and labs.
One of the event’s main highlights will be the introduction of iOS 17. Last year, the European Union implemented a law called the Digital Markets Act that places new requirements on tech giants. It’sbelievedsome of the most significant changes in iOS 17 will focus on making the operating system compliant with the law.
For EU users, Apple will reportedly add the ability to access app marketplaces other than its own App Store. Browser makers, meanwhile, will have more flexibility in how they build their software. To comply with the new EU rules, Apple is expected to remove the requirement that third-party iOS browsers use its WebKit rendering and JavaScript engine.
The company is reportedly readying other enhancements as well. Apple isexpectedto redesign iOS notification banners, as well as add more customization options to the lock screen.
The main highlight of WWDC 2023, however, may not be iOS 17 but rather Apple’s mixed reality headset. Sources told Bloomberg last month that the headset will make its debutat the event. The iPhone maker had originally planned to introduce the device earlier, but reportedly pushed back the launch date to fix certain hardware and software issues.
Apple’s upcoming headset is expected to provide both virtual reality and augmented reality features. The device is said to be powered by a new operating system, dubbed xrOS, with an interface similar to that of iOS. It will enable users to run existing iOS apps.
Reports suggestthat the headset features two M2 systems-on-chip. The M2, which powers the latest MacBook Air, combines a central processing unit with a graphics card and other computing modules in an integrated package. It features 20 billion transistors, 25% more than Apple’s previous M1 laptop chip.
Apple’s mixed reality headset willreportedlybe followed by a second-generation device in 2025. The latter device is said to feature less advanced silicon and a lower price tag. Additionally, Apple isreportedto be developing a new Mac Pro workstation that runs on a faster version of its M2 chip.
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Lenovo launches premium new Yoga Pro 9i and Yoga Pro 7i/7, Yoga 7i/7, as well as two Yoga Slim laptops – Yoga Slim 7 and the refreshed Yoga Slim 6
March 28, 2023 – Creating, consuming and collaborating in a hybrid world just got easier with Lenovo’s latest generation of Windows 11 Yoga laptops that deliver impressive performance, incredible versatility, and easy mobility in a sleek and portable design:
Lenovo’s flagship Yoga Pro 9i,known as Lenovo Slim Pro 9i in North America, available in two screen sizes1(14.5″ and 16”, gen 8), offers innovative engineering with features including improved Lenovo X Power2, enhanced PureSight Pro3 display, and a range of features both new and updated.
The slim, light and elegant Yoga Slim 7 (14.5”, 8) gives users more power, portability and longer battery life than before.
Ideal for multi-tasking content creators, Yoga Pro 7 (14.5”, 8) known as Lenovo Slim Pro 7 in North America, and Yoga Pro 7i (14.5”, 8), known as Lenovo Slim Pro 7i in North America, both deliver strong performance in a sleek design.
Merging curved comfort edge design in a versatile 2-in-1 convertible laptop, the Yoga 7 (available in 14” and 16” screen size, gen 8)1 enables extreme flexibility.
The refreshed Yoga Slim 6 (14”, 8) known as Lenovo Slim 7 in North America, comes with up to the latest AMD Ryzen™ 7000 processor, enabling peak performance and efficiency in a super slim device.
Equipped with Windows 11, this generation of Yoga laptops is made to impress, whether it’s the new and improved Lenovo X Power2 offering a powerful performance in a thin chassis, the enhanced PureSight display or the Premium Suite4 — a collection of upgraded and new features including the new Yoga keyboard with larger dish keycaps designed for comfort and efficiency.
“We know that digital content creators continue to embrace the hybrid lifestyle to create anytime, anywhere, from making videos to designing graphics on the move,” saysJun Ouyang, Lenovo’s vice president and general manager of the Consumer Business Segment, Intelligent Devices Group. “Lenovo’s latest new premium Yoga Pro laptops are made for creators. Combining performance and portability, including an impressive new Mini-LED PureSight Pro display and an upgraded keyboard, creators will revel in the exceptional user experience to create whenever inspiration strikes.”
Yoga Pro 9i (16”, 8) also known as Lenovo Slim Pro 9i in North America
Designed to provide a premium experience, the Yoga Pro line-up is the most powerful in its Yoga sub-brand of clamshell laptops. Offering peak performance with convenient portability, the Yoga Pro line allows users to create and consume wherever and whenever they need to. This generation has an upgraded version of Lenovo X Power2 – a set of hardware and software features that work together for a faster, smoother creative experience. For example, users will notice their video editing run faster with drastically sped-up software preview, rendering, and exports – which means more time making videos and less time spent waiting. Significant increases in thermal capacity since the previous generation include a 62.5%5 increase in the 16-inch Yoga Pro 9i and more than 25%5 increase in the 14.5-inch model – both of which enable users to experience faster graphics, video or 3D rendering while maintaining cool and quiet performance. Lenovo X Power2 combined with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 40 Series GPUs and AI acceleration to improve performance and stability, lets creators confidently use high-end creative applications with ease.
In addition, spectacular new Mini-LED PureSight Pro displays available on the Yoga Pro 9i (14.5” and 16”, 8) offer a sharper and more realistic visual experience, with incredible color accuracy. The inclusion of 100% DCI-P3 and 100% Adobe RGB allows a much greater color gamut and more vibrant images, while the Mini LED option gives an impressive 1200 nits, enabling creators to work comfortably in nearly any environment, indoors and outdoors.
Also updated and available in the Yoga Pro 9i (14.5” and 16”, 8), the Yoga Pro 7 (14.5”, 8), the Yoga Pro 7i (14.5”, 8) and the Yoga Slim 7 (14.5”, 8), is the new Lenovo Premium Suite4, a set of new and updated hardware features designed to enhance the Yoga user experience. Most notable is the upgraded keyboard with 1.5mm dish cap keys for comfort and efficiency, quicker tap response, and anti-grease coated keys for a smoother touch while minimizing fingerprints or smudges. In addition to the keyboard, laptops equipped with the Lenovo Premium Suite4 will also include four microphones for enhanced video and audio calls, four noise reduction speakers, quieter fans, and a larger trackpad for easier handling of content and better efficiency overall.
As with the previous generation, all Yoga laptops come with the Lenovo AI Engine+, giving users fast and intuitive performance with the ability to anticipate their power or battery needs based on what they’re doing on their device. Also part of Lenovo AI Engine+ is Lenovo Intelligent Sense and Integrated Security, both of which help keep performance smooth, seamless, and better protected.
Defined by its slim, elegant portability, the Yoga Slim line is known for not only its sleek appearance but also for its ease of mobility — an important feature for a generation of users who want to be able to create, consume and collaborate on their own terms. This latest generation of Yoga Slim devices has become even more appealing with the addition of a PureSight OLED display, giving sharper, smoother, and more realistic visuals in a TÜV Rheinland and Eyesafe certified6 screen.
With power and performance top of mind, the Yoga Slim 7 (14.5”, 8) and Yoga Slim 6 (14”, 8) come with up to the latest generation AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors providing a fast and strong performance with a more than 60Whr battery7 and a Rapid Charge8 option for efficiency. Yoga Slim users can also experience the new integrated RDNA™ 3 graphics technology to enable realistic content creation visuals and a rich entertainment choice on the Yoga Slim display. The AMD Ryzen AI engine brings clever new features to this generation of Lenovo Yoga Slim, including AI Eye Gaze Correction so users always appear to be looking at the camera while on a video call, AI camera auto-framing to ensure the user’s head is always in the picture, and AI depth-based background blur to let users set background images to a specific distance from the camera.
With all of this on-the-go content creation, users can help protect their devices while out and about with Lenovo Smart Lock9 the cloud-based security software that lets them remotely locate, lock, delete data, and recover their lost or stolen device.
Yoga Pro 9i (14.5”, 8), also known as Lenovo Slim Pro 9i in North America
Yoga Pro 9i: Awesome power for the consummate creator
Tailor-made for the content creator, the 8th gen Yoga Pro 9i comes with Windows 11 and up to 13th Gen Intel® Core™ mobile processors, a NVIDIA RTX 4070 laptop GPU solution , together with greater thermal capacity to provide users with a powerful laptop. Whether editing or rendering videos, performing intensive 3D modelling, or designing graphics, creators can expect a smooth, stress-free experience.
Available in two colors, Tidal Teal and Storm Grey,10 the Yoga Pro 9i also offers a PureSight Pro3 Display in both 14.5-inch and 16-inch screens. With the 16-inch model having up to 3.2K resolution,1200 nits brightness, 165Hz refresh rate, a triple color gamut of 100% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB and 100% Adobe RGB, sharp, smooth, and realistic visuals will appeal to those seeking to achieve high quality creations.
The new and upgraded features in the Premium Suite4 provide users an enhanced Yoga Pro 9i experience, whether it’s the availability of four noise cancelling microphones so users can be online anywhere or the quieter fans for less disturbance. Merging comfort with productivity is also possible with the new 1.5mm Yoga keyboard, which comes with 0.3mm dish keys for ease and comfort, and the larger trackpad allowing for efficiency. The inclusion of the 5 MegaPixel Webcam means users can also enjoy visually clear, high quality video calls.
Built with 50% post-consumer recycled plastic in the keyboard and 50% recycled aluminum in the bottom cover, both Yoga Pro 9i (16”, 8) and Yoga Pro 9i (14.5’, 8) are ENERGY STAR® rated and EPEAT® Gold Registered. 100% FSC paper is used in the packaging and both devices are shipped with a packaging cushion containing 90% recycled plastic.
Yoga Slim 7 (14.5”, 8)
Yoga Slim 7: Elegance in a slim yet powerful device
For those who value stylish elegance in a lightweight device, yet still need power and portability to achieve their creative ambitions, the new 8th gen Yoga Slim 7 delivers. With a 14.5-inch, up to 3K PureSight OLED display providing sharper, smoother and more realistic visuals that are powered by up to the next generation of AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors, users can edit and upload photos on the go, work on a presentation, or video conference from a café. And with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) and Eyesafe6 Certification, the risk of eye strain is significantly reduced.
At just 13.9mm (0.5 in), the Yoga Slim 7 is easily transportable and fits in small spaces. Users will also find the newly designed keyboard, coupled with the larger touchpad, a more efficient and productive experience. Another impressive feature in the Premium Suite4 is the inclusion of six speakers with two back-to-back subwoofers, giving an exceptional audio quality whether on a meeting or live-streaming music.
Another significant upgrade in the Yoga Slim 7 is the higher capacity 70Whr battery,7 allowing creators to work for longer without needing to find a power outlet. The Rapid Charge boost feature also enables a quick 15-minute recharge for up to 2 more hours of use8. With dual fans and 30-watt Thermal Design Performance in this generation, users can also enjoy a cooler and quieter performance.
Yoga Pro 7 and Yoga Pro 7i: Strong performance in a sleek design
Encompassed within comfort edge design, the Yoga Pro 7 and 7i (known as Lenovo Slim Pro 7 and Pro 7i in North America) contain powerful hardware combined with NVIDIA RTX 3050 or 4050 laptop GPUs, making it a high-performing laptop ideal for multitasking content creators. With more battery power (up to 73Whr) in this generation, this 15.6mm (0.6-inch) thin laptop delivers a quieter and cooler experience no matter the workload demand. Intel’s new Unison software solution helps connect IOS and Android™ devices with the Yoga Pro 7i for an integrated, one-screen, multi-device experience. Available in 14.5-inch PureSight Pro3 display with up to 3K resolution, 400 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate, users can enjoy a sharp, smooth visual quality whether video editing, graphic designing, or creating a presentation.
In addition to a high-quality display, Yoga Pro 7 users can also enjoy the new hardware features offered in the Premium Suite,4 which include a quality audio and video experience with four microphones with voice ID noise cancellation, four speakers and a FHD infrared (IR) camera, Time of Flight (ToF) sensor, and privacy shutter, as well as the upgraded Yoga keyboard with 1.5mm anti-grease dish cap keys offering comfort and a faster tap response. Yoga Pro 7 and Yoga Pro 7i attract attention with a chic, ultra-slim design, available in Tidal Teal or Storm Grey10.
Yoga Pro 7i (14.5”, 8), also known as Lenovo Slim Pro 7i in North America
Yoga 7 and Yoga 7i: Creative versatility
Featuring rounded edges in a polished comfort edge design, the 8th gen Yoga 7 is crafted for easy handling and versatility. True to its form, the Yoga 7 convertible laptop empowers users to create and consume content virtually anywhere with 360-degree multimode capabilities that can flip the device from a full-sized laptop into a portable tablet.
Updated with the latest 13th Gen Intel CPU or AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors, creators can expect a strong and smooth performance whether video editing, photo retouching, or music streaming. A high-quality display with 16:10 Aspect Ratio, up to 2.8K OLED Panel and 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy also lets users to create and share their best work yet.
Yoga Slim 6: Light and durable for on-the-go creators
A slim, lightweight and durable design, the 8th gen Yoga Slim 6 (known as Lenovo Slim 7 in North America) comes in a convenient aluminum casing designed for those on-the-go. It is now available with up to the latest generation AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors, giving a faster and smoother performance. The refreshed Yoga Slim 6 comes with two color options – Misty Grey and Storm Grey.10
Further enhance the Yoga laptop experience by leveraging the power of software solutions like Lenovo Vantage9 and Lenovo Smart Performance9 for device optimization, performance monitoring, PC health checks, improved security, and even issue resolution and prevention. In the event a PC issue does occur, prioritized access to expert technicians, fast repairs, added device protection, and software how-to assistance is available with the advanced Premium Care Plus service.
WhatsApp is developing a new feature which will soon allow users to edit any sent text message using the new edit message feature. Here are the details.
By Divya Bhati: WhatsApp regularly introduces new features and updates to enhance user privacy and improve their overall experience with the app. The most recent update includes a new app for WhatsApp for Windows desktop, new features for Groups and more. Now moving on to the next, WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new edit message feature which will give users the ability to edit the sent messages.
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According to Wabetainfo, WhatsApp is developing a new edit feature for future updates of the app. This feature will allow users to edit their sent messages in the chat and rectify or edit any information within the message instead of deleting the entire message or sending a new one with edits.
WhatsApp's upcoming edit message feature will enable users to make changes to any sent message within a 15-minute time frame. This feature will provide users with the ability to correct any mistakes or add more information to the original message. Unlike the existing delete feature that removes an entire message for everyone, this feature will be particularly useful for those who wish to edit only specific words.
Notably, once a message is edited, both the sender and receiver will see an " edited" label within the message bubble. Additionally, this feature will only be available on the latest WhatsApp version and will be limited to editing messages, rather than media captions. The feature is currently in development exclusively for iOS users, with plans to release it for beta testing soon. Users can expect to see this feature in future app updates.
Meanwhile, WhatsApp is also developing a new ' Video Message' feature for iOS users which will allow users to send 60 seconds short video notes just like how users send voice notes. Similar to the video note feature in Telegram, WhatsApp's video note feature will also allow users to record short videos by pushing the camera button and recording themselves or any videos for a limited timeframe.
Notably, the feature is not similar to WhatsApp's existing video recording feature, as users will not be able to forward or share any received video notes. However, WhatsApp will allow users to take a screenshot of video notes. Additionally, the video notes will also be en-to-end encrypted, meaning no third person will be able to access your video message apart from the sender and receiver.
In other news, Mark Zuckerberg recently launched an improved version of its WhatsApp for Windows app, which boasts faster performance and a mobile-like user interface. One of the key features of this upgrade is the ability for users to conduct group video calls with up to eight people, as well as audio calls with up to 32 participants. Furthermore, WhatsApp has introduced new controls for group management, enabling administrators to regulate who can join a group using group links.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D appears on the SiSoftware website
The highly anticipated X3D CPU is now being tested.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the upcoming 8-core Zen4 desktop processor equipped with 3D V-Cache. This is a third X3D SKU and as far as official word goes, the only Ryzen 7000 CPU that has not been released yet. It is among the most anticipated as well, mainly due to its unique design.
Unlike Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 7900X3D, this SKU has one 8-core chiplet. AMD opted to include an extra layer of 3D V-Cache only on one chiplet, which means that 12-core and 16-core processors have an uneven chiplet design. However, AMD came up with a software solution that prioritizes either the frequency or the cache. The 7800X3D does not require such algorithms because there is only one chiplet with the extra cache.
It is no secret that reviewers are already engaged in testing of this CPU. Eventually, some reviewers leave a trace of their work, in this case in a form of SiSoftware benchmark result. Tom’s Hardware were quick to compare the 7800X3D score to existing 7000 SKUs and last-gen 5800X3D, a true predecessor for the new part.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D tested, Source: SiSoftware
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D Zen4 SKU would be 37.3% faster than the 5800X3D Zen3 model when aggregated ‘Score’ is compared. A score of 395 GOPS sits right in-between Ryzen 7 7700X and 7700 non-X SKUs (both 8-core Zen4 desktop CPUs) according to the official ranking.
SiSoftware Performance
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Core/Thread
Score
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
800.42 GOPS (100%)
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D
746.88 GOPS (90%)
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
573.95 GOPS (69%)
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
418.78 GOPS (51%)
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
395.07 GOPS (48%)
AMD Ryzen 7 7700
389.40 GOPS (47%)
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
287.60 GOPS (35%)
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D will offer the lowest CPU frequency out of all Ryzen 7000 SKUs, going up to 5.0 GHz. However, even in this leak, the processors boosts slightly above the these specs to 5.05 GHz. The X3D series may not support overclocking in a traditional form, but they do support Precision Boost Overdrive, which might explain a higher clock.
The 7800X3D is set to launch on April 6th at $449. That’s $112 more than 7700X SKU and even $20 more than 7900.
Microsoft is intensifying its rivalry by demanding its competitors to stop using Bing’s search index to power their AI chatbots. According to a Bloomberg report, the Redmond-giant, without disclosing the names, has warned two Bing-powered search engines that it will prohibit their access to Microsoft’s search data in they use it to power their AI tools.
While Microsoft has not named in any company in particular, the company licenses out its Bing’s search data to several search engines like DuckDuckGo and Yahoo. According to the report, Microsoft feels that using their search data to train rival AI chatbots is a violation of the contract and the company holds all the rights to terminate the agreement in case it finds one violating it.
“We’ve been in touch with partners who are out of compliance as we continue to consistently enforce our terms across the board,” the company was quoted by Bloomberg adding that it will continue “to work with them directly and provide any information needed to find a path forward.”
While it is unclear which companies have exactly been warned by Microsoft, The Verge highlights that search engines DuckDuckGo and You.com have launched AI products of their own. DuckDuckGo’s DuckAssist is a new AI tool that compliments its search engine’s Instant Answer feature by pulling small AI-generated content from web. You.com has YouWrite- an AI writing assistant to help write content, blogs, emails and more. With AI war heating up, it is understandable that Microsoft would want to make its search data exclusive to Bing AI.
In a related news, Microsoft recently added powers of text-fed image generation to its Bing search called Bing Image Creator. This new AI tool basically allows users to generate images using words they enter to describe the image they want to see. This tool is powered by OpenAI’s image generation tool DALL-E.
Microsoft apparently doesn’t want rivals like DuckDuckGo to use Bing search data in their AI tools as chatbot wars heat up - The Financial Express Read More
With reports claiming Apple is paying less attention to the iOS 17 update due to its focus on the upcoming MR headset, it is being said that the next iOS update is not going to bring major changes and features. However, this does not mean that the iOS 17 will not be worth the wait. Though the updates can be comparatively less when compared to iOS 16, it will enhance the functionality of your iPhone. And now, as per the latest details, iOS 17 may well allow sideloading apps on iPhone in what can be a shocking move by Apple.
So far, Apple's approach to security and privacy is to not allow sideloading in order to avoid malware on iPhones. Apple said, "Some have suggested that we should create ways for developers to distribute their apps outside of the App Store, through websites or third-party app stores, a process called 'sideloading'."
Apple added, "Allowing sideloading would degrade the security of the iOS platform and expose users to serious security risks not only on third-party app stores, but also on the App Store."
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is also preparing to allow alternative app stores on its iPhones and iPads, a part of a sweeping overhaul aimed at complying with European Union requirements coming in 2024. The report further informed that Apple's software engineering and services employees are working on a major push to open up key elements of Apple's platforms. As part of the changes, people will be able to download third-party software to their iPhone and iPad without using the company's App Store.
However, it is not yet known when these changes will go live. It can arrive with the release of iOS 17. Also, according to a report by the Indian Express, "There is also the possibility of Apple limiting the changes to the EU alone and keeping its current policy in all other regions."
When is iOS 17 release date?
There are reports claiming that the company will be rolling out iOS 17 in June 2023. Along with iOS 17, Apple is likely to release iPadOS 17, macOS 14, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17 at its annual developers conference WWDC. Here are the other updates that iOS 17 can bring to your iPhone.
1. Next-Generation CarPlay
Apple previewed the next generation of CarPlay at WWDC 2022, which will feature support for multiple displays, widgets, and integration with vehicle functions like the instrument cluster, climate controls, and FM radio. According to the report by MacRumors, "Apple said the first vehicles with support for the next-generation CarPlay experience will be announced in late 2023, and it's likely that the connected iPhone will require iOS 17 or later."
2. Headset Support
Apple can also announce AR/VR headset this year, and iOS 17 would likely include the support for the device before it launches.
Devices supporting iOS 17
Though there is no official information available regarding the list of iPhone models supporting iOS 17, it is being said that iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X may skip iOS 17. While, the users of iPhone models launched after 2017 will be able to enjoy the features and updates of iOS 17.
Here is the list of Apple iPhone that will support the iOS 17 update
Garena Free Fire Max redeem codes can be used to win in-game items like weapons, diamonds, skins and more. These 12 digit alphanumeric codes consist of capital letters and numbers.
For those unaware, Garena Free Fire Max is a revamped version of Garena Free Fire. It debuted in 2021 and became popular after the ban of the former by the Indian government. Developers of the game keep updating these codes daily. There is also a dedicated microsite where players can visit to redeem the available codes.
By redeeming these codes, players will have a chance to win Rebel Academy Weapon Loot Crate, Revolt Weapon Loot Crate, Diamonds Voucher, Fire Head Hunting Parachute using daily redeem codes. Do note that the codes are available for limited hours (up to 12 hours) and for the first 500 users only. So hurry up and redeem the codes before they get exhausted.
Here is the list of all the active codes for March 25, 2023:
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BR43FMAPYEZZ
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How to redeem Garena Free Fire Max codes
Go to the game’s official Rewards Redemption site on Chrome
Login to your account using Facebook, Twitter, Google or VK ID
Now, copy the codes mentioned above and paste them in the text box
Click on Confirm to continue. You will receive the rewards in the in-game mail section. Golds or diamonds will add to the account wallet automatically.
Once the codes are redeemed, players can head to the game vault where a game wall will appear. They will also be able to access gold and diamonds in exchange for these codes. As stated above, Garena Free Fire Max redeem codes can also be used to buy in-game items like rebel academy weapon loot crate, revolt weapon loot crate, diamond vouchers, fire head hunting parachute and more.
The Redmi Note 12 series open the European chapter of their global journey today and we have the Redmi Note 12 Pro in the office, so let's do an unboxing.
This is a well supplied phone. It has a case, a 67W charger, and a USB cable. With the supplied 67W charger, Xiaomi promises to go from 0% to 50% in just 15 minutes, and up to a 100% in 46 minutes. We'll give those figures a test in our review.
Unboxing the Redmi Note 12 Pro
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro starts from €399 (INR24,999 when it launched in India back in January) and you get a nicely rounded devices for that money. Upfront, it has a 6.67-inch 1080p AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate. There's a triple camera on the back with a 50MP f/1.9 primary shooter, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro sensor. The front camera has a 16MP sensor.
The 5,000mAh battery should last quite a bit paired with the 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset. You geth 6GB, 8GB, and even 12GB RAM options.
Front and back
Compared to the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ you'd be missing on a higher-resolution 200MP primary camera and faster 120W charging.
We'll now get down to testing the Redmi Note 12 Pro and report back with our findings.
Apple iPhones are among the most popular smartphones in the world. In fact, nearly 50 percent of the US population is using them. To keep these iPhones as current as possible, Apple pushes out new iOS versions on a yearly basis to improve user experience, fix bugs and add new and exciting features. Apple's next iOS version is iOS 17 and it is expected to be announced at Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference, which will likely be held in June, 2023. iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone 12 and some other previous iPhones will get this update.
iOS 17 Update
iOS 17 is expected to bring a ton of new features for Apple's iPhones. However, before the update is rolled out to the public, it is made available for testing in the iOS Beta program. Users should note that the beta version of iOS is unstable and contains bugs and glitches as it is still in the testing phase. After all those developers signed up for the beta programme have tested it, Apple rolls out the new iOS. to the public
So, which iPhone owners will get iOS 17? According to latest reports, several iPhones are expected to receive Apple's next big update. However, some will be disappointed as they will not get it.
Reason behind this is that Apple supports iPhones for a period of almost 5 years, but as the older chipsets get obsolete, they are incapable of running the latest iOS version. It also leaves them susceptible to hacking as the security features can get compromised.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Labs experienced an outage today. Mobile users report receiving the dreaded “ChatGPT is at capacity right now” message and its outage limerick. ChatGPT Plus subscribers can receive a subscriber login link, which would typically bypass any capacity issues. That option also appears to be broken.
Screenshot from ChatGPT, March 2023
Desktop users receive a link to the incident page for this outage, which shows OpenAI began investigating the issue at 9:41 a.m. PDT. They discovered the root cause of the issue and are working on a resolution.
Screenshot from ChatGPT, March 2023
The OpenAI Status page shows that in addition to ChatGPT, Labs is having an outage related to an underlying capacity failure. OpenAI is adding extra capacity to resolve this issue. Paid labs traffic has been restored, and they are working towards restoring free traffic.
Screenshot from OpenAI, March 2023
DownDetector also has received thousands of reports from ChatGPT users about the outage, which began several hours ago.
Screenshot from DownDetector, March 2023
ChatGPT Plus users are particularly frustrated because the premium pricing plan includes “General access to ChatGPT, even during peak times.”
Some users are turning to the OpenAI Playground while OpenAI resolves the issues with ChatGPT. It offers a chat mode (currently in beta) that can use your choice of GPT-3 or CODEX models.
Screenshot from OpenAI, March 2023
New accounts receive an initial $18 credit for the OpenAI Playground. Once you reach your usage limits, you must pay for additional credits. Prices are per 1,000 tokens, where 1,000 tokens are equal to about 750 words. Pricing varies based on the language model and context needed.
ChatGPT users can subscribe to updates from the incidents page to be notified when OpenAI has resolved the issue by email and text. We will update the post as new information becomes available.
1:30 p.m. PDT:
OpenAI is allowing some free traffic for Labs while investigating end-to-end request latency. They are also gradually rolling out a fix for some ChatGPT users as capacity allows.
The login link for ChatGPT Plus users is working again for some users. When you log in, you will see the link to the incidents page, but you can continue to use ChatGPT.
2:30 p.m. PDT:
ChatGPT service is restored, but conversation history may not be available. The status has been upgraded from a major outage to degraded performance for ChatGPT and a partial outage for Labs.
OpenAI is rolling back a failed database migration that may have caused the Labs outage.
Apple introduced Siri, a personal virtual assistant back in 2011 along with the launch of the iPhone 4S. Since then, Apple has been incorporating and adding several new features and capabilities to Siri, and it is now available across Apple devices such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and even the Apple Watch.
When it comes to personal AI, especially generative AI, OpenAI’s ChatGPT is miles ahead of the competition. This has also made brands like Apple and even Google go back to the drawing board to reinvent their AI services, and Apple seems to be working on adding natural language generation capability to Siri says a report from 9to5Mac.
An AI service with natural language generation can create human-like content. Right now, Apple is said to be testing the more capable Siri on Apple TVs running on tvOS 16.4 beta and is trained to generate jokes and nothing else. In the coming days, we could expect Siri with natural language generation on devices such as iPhones, iPads, and Macs.
Again, depending on the device, Apple could limit the capabilities of Siri to deliver a seamless experience.
Unlike ChatGPT or GPT-4, which can generate textual content, Apple’s improved Siri will offer improved speech output, which is said to sound more “human” than ever. It is also speculated that Apple could limit this capability to Siri, and it might not be as capable as OpenAI’s GPT-4. As of now, there is no update from Apple regarding the rollout of this feature. However, Apple is likely to showcase the same at its upcoming WWDC 2023 developers conference.
