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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Mobile Platform to Arrive in October With Custom Oryon CPU

Qualcomm, the chipmaker whose SoCs power nearly a third of all smartphones globally, is working on its next generation flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. The company has now provided an update on the SoC, that will likely power upcoming high-end Android phones. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip will launch later this year in October at the Snapdragon Summit. This lines up with Qualcomm’s usual release cycle for its flagship mobile platform. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which powers high-end Android smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and OnePlus 12, launched in October 2023 at the Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii.

In a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) Wednesday on the sidelines of Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Qualcomm’s Chief Marketing Officer Don McGuire confirmed the October 2024 launch timeline for the chipset.

The executive also reiterated that Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will feature Qualcomm’s custom Oryon CPU, first announced at the Snapdragon Summit in 2022. “Snapdragon Summit is coming up in October,” MGuire said “…there’s going to be some really cool stuff as our mobile platforms are reinvented with our Oryon CPU.” The executive said that the company would be bringing its “supercharged” Oryon CPU along with an updated Neural Processing Unit (NPU). “That’s going to be a killer combo in our Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 announcement, which I’m sure you guys can’t wait to hear about,” he said. “Coming in October 2024.”

While details are sparse on Qualcomm’s next flagship mobile platform, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to be designed using TSMC’s 3nm fabrication process, which Apple’s A17 Pro chipsets are based on. It will feature the company’s Oryon CPU, unveiled in 2022 for Snapdragon platforms. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite platform for AI PCs, announced at last year’s Snapdragon Summit, also utilises Oryon cores.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to power upcoming flagship Android phones like Samsung Galaxy S25, Xiaomi 15 series, and Asus Zenfone 11. Qualcomm’s current top-end mobile platform, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, launched last year in October. The chipset powers phones like the Galaxy S24 Ultra and OnePlus 12.

Qualcomm also unveiled a range of new generative AI features for Android smartphones at the MWC 2024 this week and introduced a Qualcomm AI Hub that offers over 75 optimised AI models for its platforms.

The chipmaker occupies a 28 percent share in the global smartphone chipsets market as of the third quarter of 2023, behind only MediaTek, according to Counterpoint Research.

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Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G With PolarAce Imaging System Unveiled at MWC 2024

Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G was announced at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. It will succeed the Tecno Camon 20 Premier. The company revealed some key details about the handset during an event at the MWC and confirmed a launch timeline for the smartphone as well. It is set to come to select markets in the second quarter of the year. The phone comes with the new PolarAce Imaging System and Sony cameras.

On its social media handles, Tecno has confirmed that the Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G will come with PolarAce Imaging System and it also confirmed its partnership with Sony Lytia cameras. At the MWC 2024 event, the company showcased the phone. Although the phone has not yet been listed online, we know the details of the upcoming handset as Gadgets 360 was present on ground.

Tecno showed the Camon 30 Premier 5G in two colour options – black and white. Unlike its preceding model, the latest one appears with a large, circular rear camera module – similar to the trend most mid-range and flagship handsets from competing brands have followed in the past few months.

In the top left corner of the back panel, there is a red ‘Action Dot,’ which acts as an indicator for when users record videos. It is also said to light up as a charging indicator or when the voice assistant feature of the phone is activated.

The Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G sports a 6.77-inch LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 1,264 x 2,780 pixels and a peak brightness level of 1,400nits. The phone is said to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra SoC paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of onboard storage. It will ship with Android 14-based UI.

As for the cameras, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G features a triple rear camera unit which includes a 1/1.56-inch 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS) support, a 50-megapixel 70mm periscope camera sensor, and a third 50-megapixel sensor with an ultra-wide lens. The front camera of the phone uses a 50-megapixel sensor.

The Tecno PolarAce Imaging System is centred around a Sony CXD5622GG chip which is an image signal processor (ISP). The dedicated image processor is said to help with high-quality image and video processing without draining power from the main SoC. Tecno claims that the Camon 30 Premier can record 4K 30fps HDR videos and 4K low light videos.

Tecno packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 70W wired fast charging via a USB Type-C port. The handset is equipped with stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support. It also gets an FM radio, IR blaster, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity.

Is the iQoo Neo 7 Pro the best smartphone you can buy under Rs. 40,000 in India? We discuss the company’s recently launched handset and what it has to offer on the latest episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast. Orbital is available on Spotify, Gaana, JioSaavn, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Deutsche Telekom Showcases App-Less AI Smartphone Concept at MWC 2024

Deutsche Telekom on Monday showcased a futuristic smartphone concept that relies on artificial intelligence rather than applications (apps) to handle users’ specific needs.

Smartphones today typically use apps for everything from messaging and social media to video games and banking.

The German company said the concept, which it is showcasing on its “T-phone” device, will have an app-free user interface developed in collaboration with partners Qualcomm and Brain.

“I can tell you that in 5-10 years from now, nobody from us will use apps anymore,” said CEO Tim Hoettges in a keynote presentation at the MWC tech conference in Barcelona.

Examples of what the phone could do include responding to prompts and generating tailored recommendations for travel destinations, buying a product for its owner, or sending pictures and videos to contacts, the company said in a presentation.

“The showcased product reflects Deutsche Telekom’s belief that multi- and crossmodal Large Language Models (LLMs) will soon become integral to devices, enhancing and simplifying the lives of its customers,” Deutsche Telekom added.

Technology and telecom companies are launching new products and concepts at the annual Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, hoping the buzz around AI will boost business prospects. Many experts say the technology can raise legal and ethical concerns.

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Nubia Pad 3D II With 12.1-Inch LCD Display, Dual Front and Rear Cameras Launched at MWC 2024

Nubia Pad 3D II was unveiled at MWC 2024 as the company’s second-generation tablet with support for viewing 3D content without wearing special glasses. It is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and features a 12.1-inch LCD screen with a 144Hz refresh rate. The tablet offers support for 5G connectivity and is equipped with an AI processing engine, according to ZTE. The built-in Neovision 3D Anytime technology is claimed to be capable of generating 3D content from 2D images in real-time.

Details related to pricing of the Nubia Pad 3D II are yet to be revealed. The company is expected to announce availability of the tablets in global markets in the future. It is currently unknown whether the Nubia Pad 3D II will be introduced in India — its predecessor, the Nubia Pad 3D — was not launched in the country.

Nubia Pad 3D II specifications

The newly announced Nubia Pad 3D II sports a 12.1-inch 2.5K (2,560×1,600 pixels) display with a 144Hz refresh rate. ZTE says that it offers up to 80 percent higher 3D resolution compared to the first-generation model, and up to 100 percent improved 3D brightness. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, paired with an unspecified amount of LPDDR5X RAM.

With its second-generation 3D tablet, ZTE has also introduced the Neovision 3D Anytime technology that is claimed to be capable of using advanced AI neural network deep learning algorithms to generate 3D content from 2D images in real-time. This means that content in 2D — pictures, games, videos, or streaming media — can be turned into 3D with the click of a button. These 3D visuals work in both portrait and landscape orientations, according to the company.

For photos and videos, the Nubia Pad 3D II is equipped with a 13-megapixel dual “Super Biomimetic Eye” rear camera setup that is claimed to offer a wider 3D shooting range than its predecessor. There are two 8-megapixel cameras in the front, with support for AI-supported eye tracking, according to the company.

The tablet is equipped with up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 onboard storage, according to ZTE. It features a quad speakers with DTX: Ultra audio It also supports 5G connectivity, in addition to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Miracast support. The tablet packs a 10,000mAh battery with support for 66W wired charging. 

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OnePlus Watch 2 With 1.43-Inch AMOLED Display, Up to 12 Days Battery Life Unveiled at MCW 2024: Price, Specifications

OnePlus Watch 2 has been unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 on February 26. The smartwatch, succeeding the 2021 model of the OnePlus Watch, has arrived with several upgrades. It is claimed to offer a battery life of up to 100 hours in Smart Mode, which can be extended up to 12 days in Power Saving Mode, but with fitness tracking. The watch uses a dual-engine architecture to run two operating systems and also comes with dual-frequency GPS connectivity. The stainless steel body of the smart wearable is paired with a sapphire crystal screen.

OnePlus Watch 2 price

Offered in Black Steel and Radiant Steel colourways, the OnePlus Watch 2 price starts at Rs. 24,999. It is rolling out to select countries and will be available for purchase starting March 4 via Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, OnePlus online store, Reliance Digital, Croma, and other offline stores. 

OnePlus Watch 2 specifications

The OnePlus Watch 2 offers a 1.43-inch round AMOLED display with a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels, a 60Hz flash rate, a 1,000 peak brightness level, and a 2.5D sapphire crystal screen. The watch is powered by a Snapdragon W5 SoC, as well as a BES2700 chipset, the former of which helps run Wear OS apps, while the latter runs RTOS which is responsible for background activity.

OnePlus Watch 2 users can also switch between the two OS’s – Wear OS 4 and RTOS. It comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. Alongside the military-grade MIL-STD-810H build, the stainless steel chassis of the wearable comes with 5ATM and IP68 rating. 

The company has packed a large 500mAh battery in the OnePlus Watch 2 with support for 7.5W VOOC fast charging that is said to charge the watch from zero to 100 in 60 minutes. The watch is said to offer up to 48 hours of battery life with heavy usage, up to 100 hours of battery life in Smart Mode, and up to 12 days of battery life in Power Saver mode.

The smartwatch also carries an optical heart rate monitor, pulse oximeter sensor, and helps track sleep cycle and stress levels of users. It supports more than 11 professional and more than 100 sports modes. The OnePlus Watch 2 has L1+L5 GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB Type-C connectivity. Weighing 49g, the watch measures 47mm x 46.6mm x 12.1mm in size.

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Tecno Pocket Go With AR Glasses, Dynamic 1 Robot Dog Unveiled at MWC 2024: Key Features

Tecno unveiled its alternate reality (AR) gaming set and a robot dog modelled after a German Shepherd at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. The AR gaming set, called the Tecno Pocket Go, is claimed to be the world’s first Windows-based AR gaming kit and promises a 6D immersive gaming experience. Meanwhile, the robot dog is called Dynamic 1 and is an AI-backed biomorphic dog that the company reportedly claims to be the “perfect pet-like companion for the future.”

Powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processor, the Tecno Pocket Go comes with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 1TB of PCle 4.0 SSD storage. It is backed by a 50Wh replaceable battery. Although it is said to have a PC-level large cooling fan, the wireless console is claimed to be 50 percent smaller and 30 percent lighter than other Windows gaming handheld consoles.

Tecno Pocket Go with AR Pocket Vision
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The Pocket Go console is meant to be paired with an AR headset called the AR Pocket Vision, according to a GSMArena report. The glasses also feature a 0.71-inch micro-OLED screen that is said to offer vision support almost equal to a 215-inch television from 6 metres away. It also has adjustable diopter settings of up to 600 degrees. 

According to the aforementioned report, the Tecno Pocket Go also comes with a Tecno Smart Box that is meant to serve as a central console for controlling games and settings. It will also enable the AR Pocket Vision and Pocket Go wireless controller to connect with other Tecno devices and function as a portable workstation.

Tecno also unveiled the Tecno Dynamic 1 which is an AI-backed robotic dog with a 15,000mAh battery. It is said to allow a wide range of controls including smartphones, remote controls and voice commands. The machine is powered by an unspecified octa-core chipset and is equipped with binocular and infrared sensors alongside Intel’s Realsense D430 camera. With a torque output of 45 Nm/kg, the machine can perform several physical tasks, like going up and down the stairs, jumping, shaking hands and even handstands.

The company has yet to confirm the launch of these products. Although it is quite likely that the Tecno Dynamic 1 will not even be commercialised. It could just remain as an exercise which proves the technological prowess and advancement of the firm’s research and development.

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Motorola Announces New Deal With Corning at MWC 2024; to Use Gorilla Glass for Its Entire Portfolio

Motorola announced a new deal with Corning at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 that will see it use Gorilla Glass for its entire portfolio in 2024. This will include both smartphones and tablets that launch in the ongoing year. The Gorilla Glass protection will be available in the devices starting the second half of the year. The company also unveiled Smart Connect, a software that connects smartphones, PCs and tablets in a unified ecosystem and will help users easily connect Motorola devices with Lenovo’s laptop offerings.

The company made the announcement via its Newsroom where it highlighted “the entire 2024 portfolio of Motorola devices will feature Corning Gorilla Glass, starting in the second half of this year.” Prior to the deal, only the expensive Motorola smartphones featured the display protection, however, the more affordable phones did not. This move will now result in even the entry-level devices from the company coming with Gorilla Glass.

“This partnership builds on Lenovo’s collaboration with Corning in the laptop and tablet categories by featuring Gorilla Glass on select Lenovo laptops and tablets,” the company added.

While the announcement did not mention which Gorilla Glass will be used, a report by 9to5Google highlighted that during a demo at MWC, the company showcased Gorilla Glass 5 and Gorilla Glass Victus 2. For the users, this move will result in more scratch and drop-resistant displays even in the budget segment, however, it is not known whether there will be an impact on the prices as a result of it.

In a separate post, Motorola also announced the launch of Smart Connect, a new software that offers unified connectivity between the brand’s smartphones, tablets and Lenovo’s laptops and PCs. The move is aimed at creating an ecosystem between the different devices, similar to what Apple, Samsung, Google, and some Chinese brands already have.

Revealing some of the features that users will be able to access through Smart Connect, Motorola highlighted Cross Control, which will enable using a single keyboard and mouse between a phone, laptop, and tablet. The Swipe to Stream feature will let users pick any app or activity from one device to another in a seamless fashion. Other mentioned features include Notification Sync, Share Hub, Smart Clipboard, and more.

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