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Realme Neo7 Turbo Launches With Monster Battery and Dimensity 9400e
- Realme introduces the Neo7 Turbo in the Chinese market with standout features like a 7,200mAh battery and 100W wired charging.
- The device is powered by the Dimensity 9400e processor and features a 6.8-inch AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate and a 50 MP main camera.
- Realme Neo7 Turbo comes with a massive 7,200mAh battery that charges from 0 to 50% in 18 minutes and supports bypass charging.
- The device is IP66, IP68, and IP69 certified, runs on Realme UI 6.0 with Android 15, and offers two color options in China with prices starting at CNY 1,999.
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Smartphone Shipment Forecast Down Amid Tariff Volatility, IDC Warns
- IDC warns of a modest 0.6% year-over-year growth in global smartphone shipments in 2025, down from the previous forecast of 2.3% growth due to uncertainty, tariff volatility, and economic challenges.
- The forecasted compound annual growth rate of smartphone shipments for the 2024-2029 period is 1.4%, with low single-digit growth expected throughout.
- China is expected to drive a 3% growth in smartphone shipments due to government subsidies, while Apple is forecasted to decline by 1.9% in 2025.
- The US market is projected to grow by 1.9% in 2025, impacted by the US-China trade war and tariff-related price increases.
- The smartphone industry faces uncertainty due to potential tariff hikes, with India and Vietnam seen as key production alternatives to China amid geopolitical complexities.
- Trump's tariff threats have led to disruptions in smartphone production, with Apple considering shifting production to India to avoid tariffs and increase costs.
- Apple expects additional costs of $900 million due to tariffs, considering price increases for future iPhone models while seeking to attribute them to new features rather than tariffs.
- After suspending punitive tariffs against China and other countries for 90 days in May, Trump's trade policies continue to impact smartphone supply chains and costs globally.
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Motorola launches Moto G56, G86 and G86 Power with MediaTek CPUs and Large Batteries
- Motorola has launched the Moto G56, G86, and G86 Power smartphones targeting the mid-range market.
- The Moto G86 and G86 Power models feature 6.67-inch OLED screens, MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC, and generous battery sizes, with the G86 Power having the largest battery of 6,720 mAh.
- Both devices run Android 15, offer 5G connectivity, and come with impressive camera setups alongside 30W fast charging and IP68/IP69 ratings for water and dust protection.
- On the other hand, the Moto G56 is a more budget-friendly variant with a 6.72-inch LCD screen, MediaTek Dimensity 7060 SoC, a 50 MP main camera, and a 5,200 mAh battery, priced at around €250/£199.
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Understanding Authentication in Hybrid Mobile Apps: Cookies, WebViews, and Common Pitfalls
- Hybrid mobile apps like those built with Ionic and React Native present unique challenges in authentication, especially with cookie-based sessions.
- Cookies in WebView-based apps behave differently from browsers, with variations in cookie persistence, SameSite policies, and storage access.
- Common authentication challenges in hybrid apps include iOS cookie isolation, token synchronization issues, and race conditions in authentication flows.
- Best practices for hybrid app authentication involve using native storage for critical tokens, implementing dual storage strategies, and handling platform-specific quirks for iOS and Android.
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Amazon Signs AI Deal To Bring NYT Newspaper Content To Alexa+
- The New York Times (NYT) has signed a content licensing deal with Amazon, allowing its editorial content to appear on Amazon's AI platforms, including Alexa+.
- Amazon unveiled Alexa+ in February 2025 as a smarter voice assistant, but its release date remains uncertain.
- Amazon made Alexa+ free for all Prime members, giving access to a wider audience of 200 million customers worldwide.
- This is the first instance of NYT agreeing to a licensing arrangement with a focus on generative AI technology, emphasizing the value of high-quality journalism.
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Sony Excludes Popular PS5 Accessory from Days of Play Sale
- The PlayStation Days of Play sales promotion is offering discounts on PS5 consoles, accessories, services, and games until June 11.
- The popular PS5 game streaming handheld device, the PlayStation Portal, is excluded from the State of Play sales promotion, unlike other accessories like PS VR2 and wireless earbuds.
- Sony's focus on profitable peripherals like the PS Portal might explain why it is not discounted during the promotion.
- Despite the exclusion of the PS Portal sale, there are various deals available, including discounts on PS5 console bundles and games on the PS Store.
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Report: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Getting Exynos Chipset in US, Not Snapdragon
- Galaxy Z Flip 7 in the US will be powered by a Samsung-made Exynos chipset instead of the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
- Previous expectations of both Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite have been refuted, with reports indicating the use of Exynos 2500.
- Exynos 2500, a new chip not yet seen in any device, has performance comparable to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 rather than the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
- The decision to opt for Exynos 2500 over Snapdragon 8 Elite could be related to thin device heating/cooling issues, with Samsung's new foldables set to launch this summer.
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Galaxy Z Flip 7 could represent a first for Samsung, but maybe not in a way you’ll love
- Galaxy Z Flip 7 may come with Exynos 2500 in all regions, marking a departure from using Snapdragon chips.
- This could be the first time Samsung's flagship clamshell phone features an Exynos processor instead of a Snapdragon.
- The decision to opt for Exynos is believed to be influenced by issues related to the thermal performance of the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
- Samsung's upcoming launch event in the first week of July might unveil the Galaxy Z Flip 7, signifying a significant advancement in the brand's flagship lineup.
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Sony is reportedly turning to third-party manufacturers for its high-end phones
- Sony is reportedly planning to outsource the manufacturing of its high-end smartphones to third-party manufacturers.
- This move is seen as a long-term strategy, as Sony's own production sites no longer list 'smartphones' among their devices in Thailand.
- Historically, Sony had three manufacturing sites involved in smartphone production, but none of them currently include smartphones in their production.
- The recently released Xperia 1 VII is reported to be the first phone assembled by a third-party maker, with no noticeable changes in build quality.
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The Nintendo Switch Phone App Just Got A Lot Better
- Nintendo has updated the Nintendo Switch Online app and renamed it to Nintendo Switch App ahead of the new console launch.
- The updated Switch App now allows users to upload screenshots and videos directly from the Switch 2 to their phones without QR codes.
- Users can upload up to 100 screenshots and videos that remain downloadable for 30 days without needing a paid Switch Online membership.
- Other added features include adding friends via the app, receiving notifications when friends log on, and support for Nintendo Switch 2 consoles.
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Zuckerberg Claims Meta AI Has 1 Billion Monthly Active Users
- Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced at the company's annual shareholder meeting that Meta's AI assistant now has one billion monthly active users across its family of apps.
- Elon Musk's xAI paid $300 million to introduce its AI chatbot Grok to Telegram's one billion monthly active users, as xAI competes in the AI chatbot sector.
- Meta AI's claim of one billion monthly active users surpasses other AI chatbot players like Google's Gemini AI with 400 million users and OpenAI's ChatGPT with over 180.5 million users.
- Meta plans to focus on deepening the Meta AI experience, emphasizing personalization, voice conversations, and entertainment, with potential paid recommendations or a subscription service in the future.
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How to fix camera crashing or not working on iPhone
- Troubleshooting solutions to fix camera issues on iPhone include letting it cool down, restarting the device, and updating to the latest iOS version.
- Ensure apps have camera permission and update or reinstall third-party camera apps that are causing problems.
- Free up storage space on the iPhone as low storage can lead to camera app crashes or failures during video recording.
- If all troubleshooting fails, check for hardware issues with the iPhone's camera by consulting skilled technicians at Apple stores or authorized service providers.
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Google Search Adds New Voice Options For Spoken Results On Android And iOS
- Google is introducing new voice options for spoken search results on Android and iOS, providing users with more personalization.
- Android users can choose from two new female voices (Cosmo and Terra) and two male voices (Neso and Cassini), while iOS users have four options named Jungle, Lime, Royal, and Sapphire.
- To change the voice in the Google app, users can go to Settings > Voice after tapping their profile picture in the top right corner.
- The new voice options are currently only available in English, with a gradual rollout expected to gauge user feedback before expanding globally.
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Nothing Phone (3) won't have this unique Nothing feature
- Nothing is introducing its flagship smartphone, Phone (3), in July, but it won't feature the unique Glyph LED lights on the back that were a trademark of Nothing Phone series.
- The decision to exclude Glyph LED lights from Phone (3) has left fans surprised, as it was a distinctive and recognizable feature of Nothing phones.
- There is speculation that Nothing might switch to dot-matrix as an alternative for the lights, but the absence of this iconic feature raises questions about the brand's strategy.
- The Glyph lights were seen as a unique branding element, and the exclusion of such a feature from the new flagship device may impact Nothing's brand recognition. Fans are divided on whether they will miss the Glyph lights on Phone (3).
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Nintendo’s updated mobile app will make sharing Switch 2 screenshots a lot easier
- Nintendo is updating its mobile app ahead of the Switch 2 launch on June 5, with revamped features such as an improved screenshot interface, GameChat functionality, and Zelda Notes integration.
- The updated Nintendo Switch App allows for easier sharing of screenshots and gameplay clips between your phone and Switch 2, supporting wireless upload and storage of up to 100 files for 30 days.
- GameChat feature enables multiplayer voice chat through the app, making online gaming with friends less cumbersome compared to the original Switch.
- Additional services like Zelda Notes for tracking in-game items and small tweaks to Nintendo Switch Online, including new features for N64 games, are also part of the update.
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