What was once a fierce competitor to Xiaomi in China, Meizu’s popularity has dwindled over the years. So much so that Meizu is looking to pivot into the AI industry, with preparation going on for the past couple of years in this direction.
Despite this, new rumors state that the brand’s Meizu 21 lineup is not dead yet, and we might see a couple of devices in the coming days.
The new device, namely the Meizu 21 Note, is said to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 along with a 5500mAh battery and 66W fast charging.
If you remember, Meizu’s smartphones have always been minimalistic and beautiful. It would be a shame to actually see the brand quit the smartphone business. More details here.
Nothing Phone (3) is rumored to come in the second quarter of this year. A new report speculates that the phone could launch sometime in July 2024, but we don’t have any concrete details right now.
Well, to be fair, this seems to be more like a speculation than a solid rumor, given how last year’s Phone (2) also launched in July.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is working on its own LLM to power on-device gen AI features on iPhones.
The primary advantage of a large language model (LLM) is that the AI is local to the device. As a result, smartphones will no longer need to rely on cloud services to power AI features. Additionally, the data remains on the device. So, on-device AI features will provide faster response times and better privacy than cloud-based alternatives.
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Xiaomi’s previous-gen Smart Band 8 launched in China in April 2023 and made its way to the global market in September 2023.
That being said, the global launch of its successor could happen sooner than last time, as the Smart Band 9 has cleared multiple certifications that have greenlit its imminent launch in global regions. The latest ones being the United Arab Emirates TDRA and Indonesia Telecom certifications.
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Gamers beware!
McAfee has identified a cunning scam targeting gamers. Hackers are offering a free game cheat tool called Cheat Lab, but it harbors a malicious surprise. This seemingly harmless software actually contains a hidden ransomware Trojan named RedLine.
Once unsuspecting victims install Cheat Lab, their key data is automatically uploaded to the hacker’s server. To further their reach, the hackers incentivize the spread of this malware by claiming users can unlock the cheat’s full functionality by sharing it with friends.
More details on this trojan here.
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Apple needs to release a budget iPhone to grow its sales
According to a Bloomberg article, the problem with Apple’s dropping sales is the devices themselves, as existing users do not want to use a new gadget. On the other hand, Apple wants more people to join its ecosystem.
In summary, Apple is not giving customers enough reasons to upgrade to new gadgets. But a cheaper entry point to Apple smartphones could change that.
Tesla Celebrates Over 1.7 Million Owners in China on its 10th Anniversary
Yesterday marked a significant milestone for Tesla in China as the company celebrated the 10th anniversary of delivering its first-ever Model S cars to Chinese customers. Since those early days in 2014, Tesla has seen remarkable growth in China’s electric vehicle market.
Now the brand has over 1.7 million owners in China alone.
Moondrop’s Teaser Indicates a Smartphone with Hi-Fi Audio and both 3.5mm and 4.4mm Headphone Jacks
Chinese company Moondrop has something lurking on the horizon. The company has posted teasers of its new upcoming phone on social media, including Instagram and X. The device looks stylish, but the company seems to be focusing on other aspects of the smartphone.
The first image showcases the phone itself, accompanied by a caption that emphasizes its ability to function as a high-fidelity (HiFi) music player. Moondrop highlights the phone’s slim design and boasts that it offers both a 3.5mm and a 4.4mm headphone jack, catering to a wider range of audiophile headphones.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang predicts widespread usage of Humanoid Robots by the general population
In a recent interview, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang shared his vision for the future, predicting that humanoid robots will soon become mainstream products, revolutionizing various industries.
Huang emphasized that manufacturing costs for humanoid robots will be surprisingly low, comparable to the price range of cheap cars. He proposed a price range of $10,000 to $20,000 for these robots, making them accessible to a wide range of consumers.
BYD unveils Hiace 07 EV with Luxurious Interior and God’s Eye at Beijing Auto Show
During the highly anticipated Beijing Auto Show, BYD unveiled its latest creation, the BYD Hiace 07 EV. With its sleek design inspired by “marine aesthetics” and modern curves, this electric vehicle combines style and functionality.
One of the standout features of the Hiace 07 EV is its interior, which exudes luxury with a range of leather upholstery options.
More details here.
