Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Announced: Faster CPU, Better AI, Wi-Fi 7, And Pro Video

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Announced: Faster CPU, Better AI, Wi-Fi 7, And Pro Video

Qualcomm has officially unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, its new flagship processor for mobile devices. Positioned as the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite and a direct competitor to MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500, the new system-on-a-chip (SoC) introduces major advancements in performance, energy efficiency, artificial intelligence, multimedia, and connectivity. Qualcomm positions it as its…

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Xiaomi Starts Global Beta Rollout Of HyperOS 3 Based On Android 16

Xiaomi Starts Global Beta Rollout Of HyperOS 3 Based On Android 16

Xiaomi has begun releasing the global beta version of its HyperOS 3, following an initial launch of more than 80 eligible devices in China. This update, based on Android 16, is now expanding to international and European markets, allowing users outside China to experience the latest interface enhancements and system improvements. The “Super Island” feature…

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Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 To Debut With Xiaomi 17 Flagship Series

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 To Debut With Xiaomi 17 Flagship Series

Qualcomm has officially confirmed the name of its upcoming flagship processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This new chip will succeed the Snapdragon 8 Elite and is set to be fully unveiled during the upcoming Snapdragon Summit. Positioned as Qualcomm’s top-tier processor, it will power many of the leading Android flagship smartphones expected in 2026….

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Google Launches Affordable Gemini AI Plus Plan Under $5 A Month

Google Launches Affordable Gemini AI Plus Plan Under $5 A Month

Google has introduced a new subscription tier for its Gemini AI service, aiming to make advanced AI tools more accessible in emerging markets. Currently available only in Indonesia, the plan is called Google AI Plus and is priced at IDR 75,000 per month (around $4.50). To encourage adoption, Google is running a six-month promotional period…

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reMarkable Paper Pro Move: Compact 7.3-Inch Digital Paper Tablet for Work On The Go

reMarkable Paper Pro Move: Compact 7.3-Inch Digital Paper Tablet for Work On The Go

reMarkable, the Norwegian company known for its paper tablets, has announced the launch of the reMarkable Paper Pro Move, a compact 7.3-inch digital notebook designed for professionals who work on the go. The device aims to deliver the same distraction-free writing experience as the company’s previous models, but in a smaller format that fits into…

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Honor MagicPad 3 Goes Global Including Free Pencil 3 And Keyboard

Honor MagicPad 3 Goes Global Including Free Pencil 3 And Keyboard

Honor has officially launched the MagicPad 3 globally, the high-performance tablet released weeks ago in China that was designed to compete in the premium market segment. Positioned as a larger alternative to the recently unveiled Magic V Flip 2, the MagicPad 3 combines a large display, powerful hardware, and productivity-focused features. The device features a…

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Windows 11 Update KB5063878 Reportedly Causing SSD Failures

Windows 11 Update KB5063878 Reportedly Causing SSD Failures

The latest Windows 11 security update (KB5063878) has been linked to serious issues affecting certain solid-state drives (SSDs). Reports suggest that after installing the update, SSDs may become non-functional during large sequential data writes, typically around 50GB or more. While the problem has not been officially confirmed by Microsoft or SSD manufacturers, early accounts from…

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Google Photos To Detect AI-Edited And Deepfake Media With New Feature

Google Photos To Detect AI-Edited And Deepfake Media With New Feature

Google Photos is reportedly testing a new feature aimed at improving transparency by identifying whether photos and videos were created or edited using artificial intelligence (AI). This addition, discovered in version 7.41 of the app by Android Authority, is internally referred to as “threepio.” Its primary purpose is to introduce a “How it was made”…

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Android 17 Sweet Naming Secret Revealed

Android 17 Sweet Naming Secret Revealed

Google has reportedly selected a dessert-themed codename for its upcoming Android 17 operating system, continuing a long-standing tradition of assigning confectionery names to its Android versions, according to informant Mishaal Rahman. The chosen name for Android 17 is “Cinnamon Bun”. While Google officially stopped using dessert names publicly after Android 9 (“Pie”), the company has…

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