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Oppo K13x surfaces in Google Play, gets certified too
- Oppo is working on the successor to the K12x, named the K13x, which has appeared in the Google Play Supported Devices database and was certified for sale in India by BIS.
- The K13x is expected to launch sooner than its predecessor and will join the K13, which was unveiled last month. No specs of the K13x have been leaked yet, but more details are anticipated as the release date approaches.
- The previous model, Oppo K12x, featured a 6.67-inch LCD screen with 120 Hz refresh rate, Dimensity 6300 SoC, 6/8GB of RAM, 128/256GB storage, 32 MP main camera, 8 MP selfie camera, and a 5,100 mAh battery supporting 45W wired charging.
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US Lawmakers Push to Stop Huawei’s HarmonyOS From Spreading Globally
- US lawmakers are pushing for a global block on Huawei's HarmonyOS over spying concerns and national security risks.
- Lawmakers have sent an urgent letter to key officials, urging them to work with allies to prevent HarmonyOS from spreading worldwide.
- Huawei's HarmonyOS is used in various devices beyond phones, including tablets, PCs, smart home gadgets, and cars, raising fears of potential data collection and cyber spying.
- Despite the concerns raised by US lawmakers, Huawei continues to expand its HarmonyOS implementation, with plans for a PC launch and collaborations with carmakers.
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Apple’s Alibaba A.I. Deal Provokes Washington’s Resistance
- Apple's plan to introduce new artificial intelligence features on iPhones in China through a deal with Alibaba is facing resistance from Washington amid tensions between the U.S. and China.
- Government officials are concerned that the deal could enhance a Chinese company's A.I. capabilities, expand the use of Chinese chatbots subject to censorship, and expose Apple to Beijing's regulations on censorship and data sharing.
- The scrutiny on the Apple-Alibaba deal reflects the challenges the tech giant faces in navigating geopolitical tensions, with previous instances of pressure from the U.S. government affecting its business decisions in China.
- Walking away from the Alibaba deal could have significant consequences for Apple's business in China, as the partnership is crucial for incorporating A.I. features into iPhones and maintaining competitiveness in the Chinese market against local rivals.
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8 Must Have iPhone Apps That Will Blow Your Mind!
- By integrating the right apps, you can unlock your iPhone's full potential and transform it into a powerful assistant for both personal and professional use.
- Car Dashboard app consolidates essential driving features into a user-friendly interface for safer and more efficient driving experience.
- Status Monitor app provides real-time data on iPhone's performance metrics, helping users optimize performance and address issues proactively.
- Split Crop simplifies photo editing by allowing precise removal and merging of image sections, enabling users to create visually appealing content effortlessly.
- White Out app enables users to hide sensitive information or emphasize key details in screenshots, ensuring privacy and clarity in shared content.
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Get a powerful MacBook Pro for $450 while supplies last
- Get a 13" MacBook Pro for only $449.99 (reg. $1,799) while supplies last.
- The MacBook Pro features a 2GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for efficient multitasking.
- The laptop includes a retina display with 2560×1600 resolution, Intel Iris Plus Graphics, Touch Bar, and Magic Keyboard for enhanced user experience.
- This refurbished MacBook Pro version arrives in near-mint condition and offers a 74% discount on the original price.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs iPhone 16e: What are the differences?
- The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone 16e are compared in terms of price, design, display tech, battery life, and cameras.
- The iPhone 16e is priced at $599, much lower than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, which starts at $1,099.
- The iPhone 16e features 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, Apple's new A18 chip, and a 6.1-inch display, catering to budget-conscious users.
- Samsung's S25 Edge offers a luxurious option with 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, Snapdragon 8 Elite, and a 6.7-inch AMOLED display.
- In terms of design, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge boasts a thin, titanium-clad build, while the iPhone 16e has a classic aluminum-and-glass design.
- The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, while the S25 Edge has a larger 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a dynamic refresh rate.
- Both phones offer advanced camera features, with the iPhone 16e having a 48MP main camera and the S25 Edge featuring a 200MP main camera.
- The iPhone 16e is powered by Apple's A18 chip with a 6-core CPU, while the S25 Edge runs on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite, offering more RAM for multitasking.
- The iPhone 16e has a 4,005mAh battery compared to the S25 Edge's 3,900mAh battery, providing better battery life.
- For users seeking value, the iPhone 16e is a solid choice, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge caters to those desiring premium features and design at a higher price.
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FIA and PTA Arrest Gilgit Man for IMEI Tampering in Pakistan
- PTA and FIA arrested a suspect in Gilgit for IMEI tampering during a raid at a mobile phone repair shop.
- The operation led to the confiscation of equipment used for IMEI tampering and cloning.
- Previously, raids were conducted on four repair shops involved in IMEI tampering in Gilgit.
- PTA emphasized the dangers of tampered devices and expressed commitment to combat IMEI tampering in Pakistan.
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Huawei’s Watch 5 Unveiled with Fingertip ECG, SpO₂, eSIM & Gesture Commands
- Huawei has launched its latest flagship smartwatch, the Watch 5, with advanced health monitoring features and design upgrades.
- The Watch 5 introduces an X-Tap sensor on the side, enabling fingertip health monitoring, including real-time SpO₂ readings and quick health reports.
- The smartwatch supports gesture commands, phone-free connectivity with eSIM, Wi-Fi 6, dual-band GNSS positioning, and NFC payments.
- The Watch 5 features multiple workout modes, varied battery life depending on usage modes, premium materials, and displays, priced from €449.99 in Europe, and available for pre-order with a May 26 release date.
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Deals: Galaxy S25 Edge on pre-order, goes head to head with S25 Ultra, OnePlus 13, Poco F7 Ultra
- Samsung has introduced the Galaxy S25 Edge, which is the thinnest smartphone in years with a thickness of 5.8mm, featuring a 200MP main camera and weighing only slightly more than the regular Galaxy S25.
- The Galaxy S25 Edge has a smaller battery capacity compared to the vanilla S25 with 3,900mAh, and similar slow charging capabilities.
- The Edge costs £1,100 in the UK with a free storage upgrade to 512GB and £100 Samsung Credit, while the S25 Ultra is priced at £1,000 with identical storage.
- The Galaxy S25 Ultra, although chunkier, offers a larger display, a bigger 5,000mAh battery with faster charging, and additional telephoto cameras compared to the Edge.
- The Galaxy S25+ is cheaper than the Edge and offers a larger battery with faster charging, but comes with a 50MP main camera instead of the 200MP found in the Edge and Ultra models.
- Comparatively, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper than the Edge, offering a similar hardware package to the S25+ but with a 6.2” display and a 4,000mAh battery.
- Other options in the market include the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6, Motorola Razr 60 Ultra, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, Google Pixel 9 Pro, OnePlus 13, and Poco F7 Ultra, each with their own unique features and price points.
- The OnePlus 13, priced at £800, offers a large 6.82” display, a 6,000mAh battery with fast charging, and high-quality cameras at a lower cost compared to the Galaxy S25 Edge.
- On the other hand, the Poco F7 Ultra, priced at £560, provides a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a 5,300mAh battery with fast charging, and decent camera capabilities at a significantly lower price point.
- Overall, consumers have a variety of options to choose from based on their preferences for design, camera capabilities, battery life, and budget in the competitive smartphone market.
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What is True Tone on iPhone? How to Enable & Disable it
- True Tone on iPhone adjusts the color and intensity of the display to match ambient light, making images appear more natural.
- To enable True Tone on iPhone, go to Settings > Display & Brightness and turn on the toggle next to 'True Tone'.
- To disable True Tone on iPhone, go to Settings > Display & Brightness and turn off the toggle next to 'True Tone'.
- True Tone enhances viewing experience, reduces eye strain, affects battery life, and adjusts display brightness based on ambient light.
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TikTok Rolls Out a Powerful New AI Tool
- TikTok has introduced a new feature called AI Alive, utilizing artificial intelligence to turn static images into animated videos within the 'TikTok Stories' camera.
- AI Alive adds movement to images based on their content, such as making clouds move or waves in the sea, creating an interactive visual experience.
- TikTok marks videos created with AI Alive with special badges to indicate AI content, promoting transparency and distinguishing between real and AI-generated content.
- AI Alive aims to enhance creativity on TikTok by enabling users to easily create animated stories without advanced editing skills, offering a new platform for sharing narratives.
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Google’s Search Widget on Android Gets a Fresh New Look
- Google has updated the Android Search bar widget with a cleaner and more modern look to fit in better with the newest Android style.
- The new design features a pill-shaped design following the newer 'circle to Search' style, with increased height for easier tapping and bolder styles to match Google's new Material 3 design.
- One significant change is the shortcut button, which is now placed in its own circle on the right side for better visibility and easier access. Users can choose from various shortcut options like AI Mode, Translate, Song Search, Weather, Sports, News, Finance, or disable them if preferred.
- The updated version of the Search bar widget requires a 4x1 space on the home screen compared to the previous 3x1 size. Users can still customize the widget's transparency and the update is rolling out with Google app version 16.17 (beta).
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OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Ace 5 Ultra star in leaked live image
- OnePlus is set to unveil two new members of the Ace 5 family next week - the Ace 5 Racing and Ace 5 Ultra.
- The Ace 5 Ultra will be powered by the Dimensity 9400+ chipset, while the Racing will feature the Dimensity 9400e.
- Both smartphones will come with promised 120 Hz refresh rate screens, with 1080p resolution in the Racing and '1.5K' in the Ultra.
- The Ace 5 Racing is expected to include a 6.77-inch LTPS OLED panel, a 50 MP main camera, a 16 MP selfie camera, and a 7,000 mAh battery with 80W wired charging support. The Ace 5 Ultra may feature a 6.83-inch flat LTPS OLED screen, up to 16GB of RAM, up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, and a 7,000 mAh battery with 100W wired charging support.
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20 Smartphone MISTAKES – YOU SHOULD AVOID
- Smartphones have become essential but improper use can lead to damage, security vulnerabilities, and privacy risks.
- Common mistakes include water exposure, AI voice cloning threats, overheating, sharing photos with metadata, clicking on unknown links, falling for scam calls, and entering personal info on untrustworthy websites.
- Additional mistakes to avoid are carrying the phone in risky places, rough handling, skipping software updates, using uncertified chargers, connecting to unknown PCs, and charging during thunderstorms.
- To protect your phone, use trusted chargers, avoid public charging stations for data safety, disconnect during thunderstorms, use VPN on public Wi-Fi, and avoid opening email attachments from unknown senders.
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Kantar: Apple is the world’s most valuable brand, Google and Microsoft follow
- Kantar's BrandZ report for 2025 named Apple as the world's most valuable brand, valued at $1.29 trillion with a 28% year-on-year growth.
- Apple has remained the top brand for three consecutive years and is the first to exceed a $1 billion brand value, with Google and Microsoft following closely behind in the top three.
- The top five most valuable brands also include Amazon and Nvidia, with notable risers in brand value being Huawei, Xiaomi, and Instagram.
- Kantar's report states that the global top 100 brands are currently valued at a combined $10.7 billion, with Airtel being the fastest-growing telecom brand and OpenAI's ChatGPT making the highest new entry in the rankings at #60.
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