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Motorola to pioneer Samsung's 200MP camera sensor, Xiaomi will be next

Samsung announced its 200MP ISOCELL HP1 sensor back in September but we are yet to see a phone using that. According to popular tipster IceUniverse it’s not going to take long, but the device won’t be coming from Samsung. According to the very reliable tipster the first phone to use it will probably be from Motorola with Xiaomi quickly following. Samsung, on the other hand, will wait…
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Xiaomi 12X to debut at December event

Reports so far regarding the upcoming Xiaomi 12 lineup suggest that the company will unveil the series in multiple events over several weeks and months, starting with the vanilla Xiaomi 12 in December. Yet a new report now says we will get at least two members at the initial…
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Nikkei: Apple to use self-developed iPhone modems from 2023

Apple has long been looking to transition away from using Qualcomm modems to its own in-house developed solutions. A new report from suggests that Apple will finally start using its custom 5G modems in 2023 and they will be built on TSMC’s 4nm process node. Prior to…
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Xiaomi 12 lineup to feature curved displays, symmetrical speakers

Xiaomi is expected to unveil its 12 and 12X smartphones at an event in December, one a Snapdragon 8 Gen1 flagship and the other with a more modest Snapdragon 870. Now, adding to the rumored specs, popular Weibo insider shares that both phones will feature curved displays. Last year’s Xiaomi 11 lineup featured a flat-sided Xiaomi Mi 11 and a curved Mi 11 Ultra. Another tidbit has to do with…
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Kuo: Apple plans to replace the iPhone with AR in 10 years

On the same note that Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says the company will launch a new AR headset in 2022, he also predicts that the iPhone will live for as long as 10 more years and, after that, Apple will replace it with AR. It’s not from today that analysts are…
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9to5Mac Gift Guide: CarPlay and must-have iPhone accessories for the road

Let’s take a little drive together. Pack your iPhone, a small bag, and, well, everything on our road trip gift guide. From adding CarPlay in your vehicle to MagSafe iPhone mounts and the best charging cables for car rides, we’ve got must-have recommendations that make great gifts — even if you’re shopping for yourself. Apple CarPlay For starters, CarPlay has been a speciality of mine…
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These are the best smartwatches for Android [Late 2021]

Black Friday and associated holiday sales are some of the best times to buy a smartwatch, but many Android users don’t have a definitive go-to option for a smartwatch. In late 2021, these are the best smartwatches you can buy for nearly any Android phone. Best overall…
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Gift Guide: Photography and videography gifts for iPhone users

Photography and videography gifts are a great option for anyone who sees their iPhone as a camera first and a phone second. Many of the options are equally useful for those who also shoot with a mirrorless or DSLR camera. Here are some ideas for gifts at all budget levels…
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Samsung November 2021 security update is rolling out now to these Galaxy devices

While Android 12 for Samsung devices look more likely with each passing week, the Korean firm is rolling on with its consistent monthly security patches. For November 2021, a select few Samsung Galaxy smartphones are already seeing the latest updates. Here’s the full, continuously updated list. Samsung November 2021 security update — what’s new Sticking with the excellent track record of…
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