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Apple M3 Chip to Use TSMC’s N3E Process, Offering Substantial Improvement

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Sajin Vargheese
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According to a story from China Times via WCCFTech, Apple’s next M3 processor is believed to be far more advanced than previously speculated. While it was previously anticipated that Apple would employ TSMC’s 3nm technology for the M3, it now looks like Apple will bypass this generation entirely in favor of TSMC’s N3E, a more advanced 3nm process at the Taiwanese chip foundry. Apple is expected to be the first customer to employ this process node, with the M3 chip in the forthcoming MacBook Air and iPad Pro. Apple could also operate the advanced 3nm node for its A17 Bionic chip, which will power a future iPhone and non-pro iPad.


It was previously assumed that the Apple M2 chip, announced in 2022, would be manufactured on a 3nm technology, but this was different. It’s unclear whether this was due to COVID-related supply chain issues. On the other hand, Apple chose 5nm for both the M1 and M2 chips, and while the M2 chip performed admirably, its performance boost over the M1 was a normal generation-on-generation refresh.

On the other hand, a move to 3nm with the M3 chip would deliver a considerably more significant performance boost, potentially providing a compelling reason for people to upgrade from an M1 MacBook Air to an M3 model. The new processor is supposed to boost performance by 30% or more while improving battery life. Given the M2 Mac lineup’s relatively dismal sales over the previous year, Apple must give users a compelling incentive to upgrade beyond a boring facelift and flashy marketing.


Because of its superb speed, battery life, and affordability, the MacBook Air (M1) remains the ideal notebook for most consumers. But switching to TSMC’s N3E may be an excellent reason for moving to the M3 model.


Summary:

  • The next M3 chip from Apple will be made with TSMC’s N3E technology, which is a more advanced 3nm process than was thought before.
  • The M3 chip is projected to power the upcoming MacBook Air and iPad Pro, with the A17 Bionic chip potentially utilizing the advanced 3nm node.
  • The M2 chip was fabricated on 5nm rather than 3nm, offering a typical generation-on-generation performance gain.
  • When the M3 chip goes from 28nm to 3nm, performance, and battery life are expected to improve significantly.
  • Apple must give users a solid reason to upgrade to the M3 model, something more than a dull facelift and flashy marketing.

Samsung is rumored to release a foldable device not a phone in 2023.

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Ramana Rishi
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An anonymous source has leaked information suggesting that Samsung is preparing to release a new foldable tablet called the “Z Tab.” This slate may launch alongside Samsung’s traditional tablets later this year, although the leaker notes that it could also debut alongside Samsung’s other foldable devices next year if it doesn’t come out in 2023.

While Samsung is well-versed in creating non-traditional foldable devices, including the Flex Hybrid and the Flex S and Flex G concepts, it remains to be seen whether the Z Tab will use any of these designs or feature a completely different folding form factor.

The Galaxy Z Fold Tab, a foldable tablet that bends both inwards and outwards, was previously highlighted in a Samsung patent by LetsGoDigital. However, it’s unlikely that Samsung would choose such a complicated design for a folding tablet. Tipster Yogesh Brar also suggested last month that Samsung is planning to launch a tri-folding device this year, which could be a tablet, given that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 are not expected to receive significant design changes. It’s essential to take this information is no official confirmation from Samsung yet.

Oppo Reno 10 Series: A Look at the Upcoming Chipsets and Cameras

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Sriram
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The Oppo Reno 10 series’ forthcoming introduction in China, slated for the second quarter of this year, generates a lot of excitement. While the precise launch date has not been confirmed, information regarding the Reno 10 family has slowly emerged.
A recent leak by an insider known as Digital Chat Station revealed the names of the chipsets that would power the Reno 10 lineup. According to the source, three chipsets will be available: the Snapdragon 778G, the Dimensity 8200, and the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. Oppo may have picked the Snapdragon 778G, launched in 2021, over the current Snapdragon 7-series chipsets.

The Reno 10 Pro is expected to include the Dimensity 8200, officially released in the fourth quarter of last year. Likewise, starting in 2022, the Reno 10 Pro+ will be paired with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 CPU. The Snapdragon 778G, Dimensity 8100-Max, and Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipsets were used in the preceding Reno 9 series.


The Reno 10 series will likely have a periscope zoom camera and chipsets. This camera is expected to appear on the Reno 10 Pro+ model, including a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 64-megapixel periscope zoom camera. It’s unclear whether the periscope zoom camera will be accessible on the Pro model.


The Reno 9 series was only sold in China, but the Reno 10 family is meant to be sold worldwide. The Oppo Reno 10 series, with its remarkable features and robust chipsets, will make waves in the smartphone market.

Tecno Camon 20 Series: Expectations and Possibilities for the New Lineup

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Shanmugam
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According to recent reports, the Tecno Camon 20 series is currently in development and is expected to be released soon as the successor to last year’s Camon 19 lineup. The new series will consist of two phones, namely the Camon 20 and the Camon 20 Pro. These devices have been generating a lot of buzzes online lately, and they recently made an appearance on the Google Play console and the supported device list with some key specifications.

Although only two models are currently listed on the Google Play Console, the Pro model seems to have two variants, one with model number TECNO-CK6n and the other with TECNO-CK7n. All three phones feature a center-punch hole display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and 480 DPI screen density. They are also expected to come with 8GB of RAM and run the latest Android 13 software. While the display specifications are the same across all three models, other hardware specs are expected to be slightly different.

For instance, the Vanilla Camon 20 may come with the entry-level MediaTek MT6769V processor, which is likely to be the Helio G85. Interestingly, last year’s Camon 19 also featured the same SoC. On the other hand, the Tecno Camon 20 Pro with model number TECNO-CK6n is expected to come with the same processor as the Vanilla Camon 20, suggesting that it too will be a budget-friendly option.

In contrast, the Camon 20 Pro with model number TECNO-CK7n is listed to feature MediaTek MT6789 as its processor, which is none other than the Helio G99 SoC. This particular chipset is based on a 6nm process node and comes coupled with an Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. At this point, not much else is known about these three phones. However, we will be sure to keep you updated as more information becomes available.

Pixel 7a Color Options Leaked Ahead of Release

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Ramana Rishi
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The much-anticipated Pixel from Google has once again been leaked. According to tipsters OnLeaks and MySmartPrice, the Pixel 7a will be available in various colors. However, fans of brighter colors may be disappointed, as the options are mostly muted earthy tones. The only model that stands out is a light blue version reminiscent of the Pixel 4a’s Barely Blue shade. Pixel 7a have a choice of three colors: white, gray, and sky blue.

In contrast to the Pixel 6a, which featured a black camera bar on Sage, Chalk, and Charcoal models, the Pixel 7a’s camera strip will be a lighter version of the corresponding phone color. For example, the gray model has a light gray camera bar, the white version has a chrome camera housing, and the blue model has a camera module that matches the phone’s color.

While the marketing names of the Pixel 7a colors have not been confirmed, a source previously leaked that the blue model would be known as “Arctic Blue.” At its annual developer conference in May, Google is expected to unveil the Pixel 7a. Although the phone’s specifications and other details have been extensively leaked, you can visit our Pixel 7a rumor hub to learn more about the upcoming phone.

Gamers Rejoice: Asus ROG Phone 7 Series to Launch Soon with Impressive Specs

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Sajin Vargheese
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Asus is set to launch the much-awaited ROG Phone 7 series globally on April 13th. A leak of the ROG Phone 7 Pro specifications and images has already made its way online, with recent tipster Evan Blass sharing a render of both the Pro and vanilla models.
The leaked renders of the vanilla model show that it will have a design similar to its predecessor with curved sides and back.

The back of the phone will have three cameras and an LED flash, while the right side will have a volume rocker and a power button. On the other hand, the Pro model will feature the same design but with a different display on the back exhibiting the Republic of Gamers logo.
The Asus ROG Phone 7 should have a substantial 6.78-inch E4 AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 165Hz, a Full HD+ resolution, and a fingerprint scanner under the screen. It will run on the Snapdragon 820 Gen2 processor and is anticipated to have LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. A Geekbench listing also suggests that there will be a variant with 16 GB of RAM.


The phone will run on Android 13 OS and ROG UI. It will have a 32-megapixel front camera, a 50-megapixel primary lens, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 5-megapixel camera on the back. The phone will have a 6000mAh battery and support 65W fast charging. Its chassis will be IP54-rated, waterproof, dustproof, and weigh under 240 grams.


According to rumors, the base model of the ROG Phone 7 will cost approximately $580 and be launched on April 13th in various markets like the US, China, Taiwan, and India. Leaked images of the device suggest that it will have a white-colored rear panel and dot matrix lighting cutout, dual speakers, a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and power and volume buttons on the right edge.

Huawei’s Nova 11 Series: A Matte Rear Panel, a Cylindrical Camera Bump, and More!

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Alex Infant
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Chinese technology giant Huawei is preparing to launch the Nova 11 series of mid-range smartphones. According to a recent tip on Weibo from Classmateguan, the new series is set to be unveiled on April 17, 2023. This comes just two weeks after the introduction of the Huawei P60 series, marking a critical move for the company.

The upcoming Nova 11 series is expected to be available in two new colors, Frosted Purple and Frosted Green. The back of the phone will feature an oval-shaped camera module with three vertically aligned lenses and a significant ring in the middle. A circular cavity will also be present in the primary camera, adding a unique touch to Huawei’s design.

In terms of display, the Nova 11 will boast a flat panel with slim bezels, providing a high screen-to-body ratio. The selfie camera will be positioned via a punch hole in the upper center of the screen. A second microphone and stereo speaker will be on the upper side.

The Huawei Nova 11 is expected to have a matte rear panel and a cylindrical camera bump that houses an influential 108 MP (Pro model) or 50 MP (regular model) camera system. Moreover, the phone will be the first mid-range smartphone to feature satellite communication technology, enabling SMS sending even without network coverage.

Huawei has yet to provide an official launch date for the Nova 11 series information is expected to be announced soon. The swift release of the new series following the P60 series indicates Huawei’s aggressive push into the smartphone market. Once the Nova 11 series is launched, Huawei will likely launch a new marketing campaign to showcase its latest product.

The countdown begins: Google confirms AI chatbot for search, but release date still unknown

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Sajin Vargheese
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For many years, Google Search has dominated the market for search engines, but introducing cutting-edge AI chatbots like ChatGPT might seriously threaten the computer giant. Google must catch up with Microsoft, which has already integrated AI into its Bing search engine. According to Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, a Google Search AI chatbot is under development, although many details are yet unknown.

Here are the specifics: In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Pichai talked about the creation of an AI Search chatbot. He said that users would “definitely” be able to interact with language learning models while searching. Pichai withheld more details, like the release date or whether this chatbot would be built on Google Bard, which debuted in March.

The nature of competition has changed as AI chatbots gain popularity in the search engine industry. Microsoft’s Bing search engine already has an AI chatbot, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT has become a serious competitor. To keep its hegemonic position, Google must act rapidly. In 2021, search, which is Google’s primary source of income, generated $162 billion. It may suffer severe financial repercussions if its market share is lost to AI chatbots or even Bing, which has frequently been made fun of.

One of the biggest threats Google has ever faced is the creation of a Google Search AI chatbot, which is essential to overcoming these difficulties. Despite CEO Sundar Pichai’s confirmation that the company is developing a search AI chatbot, many unanswered questions remain. Google must act rapidly to preserve its supremacy and safeguard its revenue as AI chatbots continue to change the search engine landscape. Industry insiders and users alike will be eagerly following Google’s next move in AI because rivals like Bing and ChatGPT have already made progress.

Leaked Promo Image Reveals Vivo Y100A; Specs and Price Information Surfaced

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Ramana Rishi
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The Vivo Y100A, a new Y-series phone, is anticipated to go on sale in India soon. Recall that the business debuted the Dimensity 900-powered Vivo Y100 in India in February of this year. The iQOO Z7 5G, which made its debut in India last month, is the basis of the Y100A, which has been modified.


A picture promoting the Vivo Y100A shows that it will come in blue and gold. The gadget has a triple-camera unit with OIS and an LED flash. The device has a power key and a volume rocker on the right edge.
The Vivo Y100A has 256 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM. It has a fingerprint scanner built into the display as well. The advertisement also states that buyers of the Y100A would receive Rs. 2,000 cashback when they make an EMI transaction with ICICI (credit card EMI, debit card EMI, and full swipe credit card), SBI (CCEMI), IDFC (CCEMI, DCEMI), Federal (CCEMI), Yes Bank (CCEMI), and AU Bank (CCEMI). The deal is good through April 30.


Mahesh Telecom, a shop located in Mumbai, has revealed the Vivo Y100A’s technical details. The smartphone will have a 6.38-inch AMOLED screen with Full HD+ quality, a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and a triple camera setup with 64-megapixel (primary), 2-megapixel (depth), and 2-megapixel (macro) resolution. It will utilize the Android 13 operating system underneath a layer of FunTouch OS.

The Dimensity 920 chipset, 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage will all be included in the Y100A. A 4,500mAh battery with 44W rapid charging will be inside. According to rumours, the smartphone will cost Rs 26,999 (about $330) in India. Also, it is claimed that the Y100A would target the offline market.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra: The Next Level of Smartphone Photography

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Shanmugam
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The Xiaomi 12S Ultra, which had a large 1-inch Type-C 50MP primary camera, was available only in China, making it incredibly difficult to buy. Xiaomi, on the other hand, wants to make the 13 Ultra more widely available. They plan to release it in international markets soon after it comes out in China.

Xiaomi says that it and Leica worked together to make the “perfect Summicron lens” and the “latest optical system solution” for the 13 Ultra. The firms believe this will be a watershed moment in mobile imaging.
While it is unknown which camera sensor will be used in the 13 Ultra, it is expected that Xiaomi and Sony will maintain their tight collaboration, with the Sony IMX989 sensor a strong possibility. According to rumors, the sensor may be combined with a variable aperture lens, which could explain the firms’ remark.


The Xiaomi 13 Pro features a 50MP primary camera and a 3.2x telephoto shooter with a floating lens that can focus on objects up to 10cm away. As we await the release of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, it will be exciting to watch how Xiaomi and Leica’s collaborative efforts will raise the bar for smartphone image.

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