Apple is reportedly planning to extend its M4 chipset, which was introduced in May, to Mac devices later this year. The Cupertino-based tech giant could reportedly launch four Mac devices powered by its latest processor. Earlier this year, the company added the M4 SoC to the iPad Pro (2024) model, debuting the M-series chips on non-Mac hardware. The upcoming Mac devices with M4 chips are also said to have a base RAM of 16GB.
According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple might introduce new Mac devices with the upgraded M4 SoC a month after the launch of the iPhone 16 series. Most rumours have claimed that the iPhone 16 series could be announced in September, which means that the Mac devices could be launched in October. However, there is no confirmation of the launch timeline from Apple. Apple is testing four new Mac models for the rumoured October launch, Gurman claimed citing developer test logs seen by the publication. These devices were sotted with the labels 16.1, 16.2, 16.3, and 16.10. It is said that a smaller Mac mini, new MacBook Pro models, and upgraded iMac models could be introduced with the M4 chipset.
While not a lot is known about these devices at the time, the report claims another big upgrade for the Macs. Apple might increase the base variant’s RAM to 16GB from existing 8GB. Further, it is said that the Mac devices might be available in 16GB and 32GB RAM options. This claim is also interesting given the top variant of the MacBook with M3 chipset had 24GB RAM.On top of that, three of the four rumored models will reportedly come with a 10-core CPU and a 10-core GPU or graphics engine. The remaining model is said to feature a chipset with an 8-core CPU and GPU configuration. Notably, the iPad Pro (2024) also features a 10-core CPU and GPU setup.
However, the above information should be taken with a pinch of salt, as none of it comes directly from Apple. The iPhone maker launched its current lineup of M3-powered MacBook Pro models last year. The company introduced the 13-inch and 15-inch M3 MacBook Air models earlier this year in March.
Gmail users on Android devices can now chat with Google’s AI assistant, Gemini, about their emails directly within the Gmail app. Google rolled out the new feature, Gmail Q&A, to users who pay to use Gemini on Thursday and announced that it’s coming to iOS devices, according to a blog post.
With Gmail Q&A, users can access Google Gemini in the Gmail app as a personal assistant that can read your entire email inbox. Google says you can ask Gemini to summarize emails by stating things like, “Catch me up on the emails about quarterly planning.” You can also use the feature to search for specific details, such as asking Gemini, “How much did the company spend on the last marketing event?”
Of course, when using this feature, you’ll have to put up with the occasional hallucination that can happen to even the best AI models, so maybe don’t believe everything it tells you.Traditionally, if you wanted to find information in Gmail, you could use the search bar at the top of Google. That feature isn’t going away, but a Gemini button will be added next to the search bar. It’s all part of Google’s shift from search to an AI chat model.Instead of finding raw emails through search, Gmail encourages users to let the AI chatbot summarize the information they’re looking for. However, it will still cite the source email in the answer. >>>>>>>>>>>>Doogee S58 Pro – Battery BAT20M125180 5180mAh 19.94WH
Paying users can access the feature by clicking the black star logo, which has come to represent Gemini across Google’s product suite, in the top-right corner of the app. For now, the Gmail Q&A feature only has access to your emails, but in the future, Google says it will connect to files in your Drive account, as well. In June, Gmail Q&A was rolled out to web users of Gmail who pay for Gemini or Google One AI Premium.
These users pay roughly $20 a month for AI features like this, part of Google’s product and application layer around Gemini. Gmail Q&A is unlikely to be available to free Gmail users anytime soon. Instead, Google is promoting features like Gmail Q&A to convince users that Gemini’s expensive monthly subscription fee is worth it. The company is also adding Gemini to all of its existing products, including Google Docs, Gmail, Google Calendar, and more – but it all comes at a price. So far, these AI products are Google’s best chance of generating revenue with Gemini.
Even though the critically acclaimed Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 have only just been released a few weeks ago, it seems that Samsung’s best foldable phone of the year is yet to be released.
>>>>>>>>>Samsung BX916 – Battery EB-BX916ABY 10880mAh Initially rumored to be called the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra back in February and renamed the Z Fold 6 Slim a few months ago, the undoubtedly state-of-the-art book-style phone is now expected to be officially released as early as September (late), with the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition sounding like a much more appropriate name.
One of the reasons why this name sounds better to us than the Z Fold 6 Slim label is that the “special edition” device will likely bring more significant improvements than just a thinner form factor compared to the “regular” Z Fold 6.
Do you feel it’s a bit… absurd to pay $1,900 (and up) for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and receive a decidedly humbler camera system than what the $1,200 Galaxy S24 Ultra has to offer? Fret not, as you will probably be able to buy the Z Fold Special Edition with a top-of-the-line 200MP rear-facing snapper in tow soon… in South Korea and China.That’s right, Samsung’s most advanced foldable phone to date is expected to (by Evan Blass) feature the same primary imaging sensor as the company’s current most advanced non-foldable phone.
At this point, we’re not sure about the other Galaxy Z Fold special edition cameras, but upgrading from the Z Fold 6’s 50MP primary camera to a whopping 2 megapixels sounds like it could have a huge impact on the actual photography skills of future phones. Unfortunately, this almost guaranteed improvement (as it is revealed by probably the most reputable mobile tech leaker out there) makes us even more pessimistic regarding the recommended price of the Z Fold Special Edition, aka Z Fold 6 Slim. Meanwhile, the odds of ever being able to buy the device in the US or Europe remain slim to non-existent.
The Z Fold Special Edition will be BIG and thinner than previously predicted Do you know those reports that claimed Samsung was going for an overall product thickness of around 11mm here, struggling to trim more than a millimeter off the Z Fold 6’s waist? By the looks of another fresh (ev)leak on X, the company has managed to knock the profile of the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition down to just 10.6mm after all. That’s a nice 1.5mm slimmer than the Galaxy Z Fold 6 (in folded form), with the unfolded thickness also reduced from 5.6 to a measly 4.9mm.
How do those measurements compare to the competition? Pretty favorably if you consider the OnePlus Open, for instance, although the Honor Magic V3 remains an unrivaled supermodel in today’s packed foldable landscape.
On the other hand, the Z Fold Special Edition may surpass the Magic V3 (and the OnePlus Open) in terms of screen size, apparently jumping all the way from the Fold 6’s 7.6-inch and 6.3-inch panels to 8 inches and 6.5 inches. That’s a lot of screen real estate, and it’s likely to require a lot of battery power to keep it going long enough between charges. There’s no word yet on the battery capacity of this phone.
If your current smartphone won’t charge in a day, here are some steps you can take to make it last longer.
Back-to-school sales and the fall may make upgrading to a new phone very tempting. But what if you need to wait a little longer, even if the battery in your old phone drained before lunch and you’re only trying to maintain it temporarily?
Thankfully, there are steps you can take to help save power, especially if you’re not ready to make a purchase because you’re waiting for this year’s new hardware offerings, terminating your carrier contract, or sorting out your finances. Here’s a guide.
Stretch It Lithium-ion batteries degrade over time and charging cycles, and it’s not uncommon for a well-used device to experience shorter spans between charges after two or three years of regular use. Even with an older battery, reducing activities that need a lot of energy can provide more time between charges.
The usual suggestions — like turning down the screen’s brightness, avoiding processor-intensive games, keeping the phone cool or temporarily putting the device into Airplane Mode to cut down on network activity — can add minutes. Power-saving advice varies based on your hardware and its system software, so check with your manufacturer or wireless carrier for specific instructions for Android devices (including Google’s Pixel phones and Samsung’s Galaxy models) as well as for Apple’s phones and tablets.Apple and Google both include a feature that reduces power consumption with one tap: the iOS Low Power Mode or Android’s Battery Saver. (The name varies on Android devices; for example, some Samsung Galaxy phones may call it “Power saving mode.”)When the feature is enabled, the battery icon turns yellow as the mode reduces screen brightness, pauses some network activity (like online photo backup) and limits app actions like mail-fetching, automatic downloads and other battery burners. Processor speed may also be reduced, and as a result, the phone may run slower.
To find the power-reduction feature in iOS, open the phone’s main Settings icon, select Battery and tap the button to enable the mode. The iPhone’s Low Power Mode may kick in automatically when the battery gets low, but turning it on manually — even after you’ve just charged up — can help squeeze out more use.
In the Battery menu on many Android phones, you can choose between Standard Battery Saver and Extreme Battery Saver (for even more power-rationing) and put the mode on a schedule.
>>>>>>>>>>>Fujitsu CA54310-0074 – Battery CA54310-0074 2780mAh Watch It On most phones, the Battery Settings include other features that help you see the overall health of your battery, which may influence your decision on whether to upgrade your device. The iOS Battery Settings screen includes graphs that show battery power and activity, as well as a list of apps that consume the most power. The Battery Health and Charging screen shows the maximum capacity of the battery; less than 100% means less time to charge. Optimize Battery Charging is usually turned on by default and is designed to extend battery life by reducing the time it takes to fully charge the battery, ultimately increasing the 300 to 500 charge cycles expected for most batteries. Android’s battery settings include a usage screen to show which apps are consuming the most power, as well as a diagnostic tool to help troubleshoot battery issues. When enabled, Adaptive Battery Settings analyzes phone usage and adjusts how much power apps can access.
Replace It If you choose to continue using your current phone, you have the option of replacing the battery. Check with your manufacturer for information on authorized repairs, especially if you have an extended warranty or phone insurance.Apple’s website has information on iPhone battery service, as does Google’s website for Pixel phones and Samsung’s website for Galaxy devices.
Vivo X200 is expected to be launched in November 2023 the successor to the Vivo X100 series launched this year in China. Presumably, the so-called smartphone in the series was launched along with two other models in the series. The Vivo X200 was reportedly spotted on a Chinese authentication website prior to its debut, confirming its release along with key battery specifications. This development is based on earlier claims which suggested that it could have features like the Dimente 9400 SOC and a 50MP primary camera.
Vivo X200 3C Certification in China According to a Gizmochina report, a listing for Vivo X200 was discovered on the China Compulsory Certification (CCC), otherwise known as 3C– a mandatory safety assessment which devices must go through before getting permission to enter the China market. The listing suggests that it may sport the model number V2415A and may be equipped with 90W wired fast charging capabilities. Notably, the Vivo X200 was reportedly also spotted on the IMEI website with a similar model number – Vivo V2415. While its launch date has not been officially confirmed, reports suggest it could debut in the latter half of October, along with purported Vivo X200+ and X200 Pro handsets.
Vivo X200 Specifications (Expected) As per earlier reports, the Vivo X200 could have a 6.3-inch flat display with 1.5K resolution. In terms of optics, it may come with a triple rear camera setup that includes a large 50MP primary sensor and a periscope camera with 3x optical zoom, 70mm focal length and macro capabilities. It is also tilted and powered by the 9400 chipset under the hood. Supporting the Vivo X200 could be a 5,500mAh or 5,600mAh “mega” battery with wireless charging support.
There have also been recent leaks of a supposed virtual unit for the phone, which suggests its design could be similar to its predecessor. The camera appears to be centrally placed in a circular module. Its right spine could feature power and volume buttons. The bottom of the smartphone could feature a USB Type-C port, speaker grill, SIM tray slot and a microphone.
Realme Note 60 will soon be unveiled as the successor to the Realme Note 50, which was launched in select markets in January this year. The company has announced the release date of the upcoming handset and confirmed some of its key features including battery, build and display details. It has also revealed the design, color options, RAM and storage configurations of this expected smartphone. The design shown is slightly different from the previous generation model.
Realme Note 60 Launch, Design, Colour Options According to the official product page, the Realme Note 60 will be launched in Indonesia on August 30 and will go on sale in the country on the same day. The company is yet to confirm the launch of the phone in India. Notably, the previous phone released earlier this year was not launched in India.The design of the Realme Note 60 is slightly different from the Realme Note 50, especially when it comes to the rear panel layout. The upcoming phone mainly features a slightly patterned matte finish. However, the rectangular camera module in the top left corner looks glossy.
The two camera sensors are housed in separate circular units and are aligned vertically in the top left corner.The LED flash unit is located in a smaller circular slot next to the camera.The Realme Note 60 display has slim bezels with a slightly thicker chin and a centred waterdrop notch at the top to house the front camera sensor. The volume rocker and the power button are placed on the right edge. The bottom edge holds the speaker grille, a 3.5mm audio jack and a USB Type-C port. The phone is confirmed to be offered in two colourways — Marble Black and Voyage Blue.
Realme Note 60 Key Features The official product page confirms that the Realme Note 60 will be equipped with an octa-core SoC. The exact variant of the processor has not yet been revealed. Notably, the older Realme Note 50 carries a Unisoc T612 chipset. The handset will be available in three RAM and storage configurations — 4GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB. It will ship with Android 14-based Realme UI.
The Realme Note 60 will also be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and a 32-megapixel main camera. It will come with an IP64-rated build for dust and splash resistance. The handset is confirmed to sport a 6.74-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Rainwater Smart Touch feature as well as a Mini Capsule 2.0 feature. It will measure 7.84mm in thickness and weigh 187g.
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and V Flip 2 prices have leaked and are expected to be officially announced soon. Details about the foldable smartphones have surfaced online in the past few weeks. They were open for pre-orders from August 19 to 24 in Ghana. While the pre-order period has ended a few days ago, the brand is yet to officially launch these foldable devices or even announce a release date. So, let’s take a closer look at the leaked prices and specifications of the Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Tecon Phantom x2 AD8 – Battery BL-50DT 5160mAh
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and V Flip 2 Leaked Prices A recent leak claims that the Tecno Phantom V Flip 2 price is expected to be GHS 9,800 (Rs. 52,680.58) for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variants. The Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 price will also be GHS 16,550 (Rs 88,963.60) for the 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variants, which is similar to a book-style foldable. These recent prices make the Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 the most affordable foldable in the smartphone market. Specifications
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Tecno BL-49VT – Battery BL-49VT 5000mAh The MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset will power the Tecno Phantom V Flip 2 and will come with Android 14. In terms of cameras, it will feature 64-megapixel and 13MP rear cameras, along with a 32MP front camera sensor. It will also have a 4,000mAh battery, a fingerprint sensor, and a face unlock feature. Moreover, Tecno Phantom V Flip 2 could feature a 6.9-inch Full HD+ AMOLED main screen (1,080 x 2,640 pixels) and a 1.32-inch cover display with a 466 x 466 pixels resolution. Recent news suggests that the Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 may have a 50MP triple camera module on the back. According to the leaked design, the foldable book will open fully 180 degrees.
Honor is preparing for a very important event, the global launch of the Magic V3, one of the world’s thinnest foldable smartphones. On the other hand, the Chinese company is preparing another phone in the Honor 200 series, the Honor 200 Smart. Speaking of which, if you’re willing to spend 200 euros on an entry-level Android smartphone, then the Honor 200 Smart could be a good choice. As far as the key specs are concerned, we know almost everything there is to know about Honor’s upcoming handset.
The first thing that’s worth noting is that the Honor 200 Smart is equipped with a low-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, paired with 4GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. These specs are standard for cheap Android phones, so there are no surprises here.
What’s interesting is that the Honor 200 Smart sports a very decent 6.8-inch LCD display with FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. There’s also a dual camera on the back that features 50MP main and 2MP depth sensors. The punch hole display houses a secondary 5-megapixel selfie snapper.
Honor 200 Smart is powered by a 5,200 mAh battery with 35W fast charging support. Other highlights of the phone include NFC (Near Field Communication) support, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and 3.5mm audio jack. As expected, this budget-friendly smartphone from Honor runs on Android 14 with MagicOS 8.0 on top. this could receive some Android OS updates, although this is yet to be confirmed.
As mentioned, the Honor 200 Smart will be priced at €200 in Europe. The phone will be available in two colors: black and green.
A dangerous new type of Android malware has surfaced that clones contactless payment data from physical credit and debit cards and forwards it to an attacker’s Android device to enable fraudulent transactions.ESET researchers are tracking the malware, called NGate, which they described this week as the first of its kind they’ve observed in the wild.
Leveraging a Legit Tool NGate is actually based on NFCgate, a tool that students at Germany’s University of Darmstadt developed to capture, analyze, and alter near-field communication (NFC) traffic. NFC is what allows devices — such as smartphones — to communicate wirelessly with each other over short distances.
The university students have described NFCgate as a legitimate research tool for reverse-engineering protocols or for assessing protocol security in different traffic conditions.
Among other things, NFCgate can capture NFC traffic that applications running on an Android phone might send or receive; relay NFC traffic between two devices via a server; replay captured NFC traffic; and clone identification and other initial tag information. “I believe it’s for research purposes to demonstrate it is possible to extend the distance of NFC contactless communication — that is only up to 5 to 10 centimeters — by using Android phones,” says Lukas Stefanko, ESET’s senior malware researcher.
ESET observed a threat actor leveraging NFCGate’s capability in combination with phishing and social engineering lures to try and steal cash from victim bank accounts via fraudulent ATM transactions.
Sneaky Scam The scam involves threatening actors, possibly a 22-year-old recently arrested by Czech authorities, sending text messages about tax issues to potential victims in the Czech Republic. Those who click on the link eventually receive a Progressive Web Application (PWA) or Web APK (Android package) that phishes for their banking credentials and sends them to the attackers. Attackers have long used similar apps to get users to divulge their banking information.
Threat actors then call potential victims, pretending to be bank employees, to notify them of security incidents regarding their accounts and ask them to change their PINs and verify their cards. Victims who fall for the social engineering ruse receive a link to download NGate, which then performs a series of steps to enable fraudulent ATM withdrawals. ESET says, “Once installed and opened, NGate displays a fake website that asks the user to enter their banking information, which is then sent to the attacker’s server.”
The malware prompts the victim to enter the bank’s customer ID, date of birth, card PIN and other sensitive information.ESET said it also asks the victim to enable NFC on the smartphone and place the payment card on the back of the smartphone until the malicious application recognizes the card. At this point, NGate captures NFC data from the victim’s card and sends it through a server to the attacker’s Android device.
The attacker’s Android phone would need to be rooted, or compromised at the kernel level, for it to be able to use the relayed data. The NFC data allows the attacker to essentially clone the victim’s card on their smartphone and use it to make payments and withdraw money from ATMs that support the NFC feature.
If this method failed, the attacker’s fallback was to use the bank account data the victim had already provided to transfer funds from the victim’s account to other banks, ESET said. Stefanko says the attacker would have been able to steal funds from a victim account without NGate, using just the banking credentials they might have managed to obtain from a victim. But it would have been a bit more complicated, since they would need to first transfer money to their account and use a mule to withdraw the money from an ATM.
Since NGate enables fraudulent ATM withdrawals, an attacker would have been able to steal from a victim’s account without leaving a trail back to their own accounts.
Prevention
Ensuring safety from such complex attacks requires the use of certain protective steps against tactics like phishing, social engineering, and Android malware. These steps include:
Checking the website’s authenticity. This can be done by looking at the URL to make sure the website isn’t a fake version of a genuine one.
Only downloading apps from official sources, such as the Google Play store. This precaution significantly reduces the risk of unknowingly installing harmful software.
Keeping payment card PIN codes secret. This important information should be kept safe at all times.
Using security apps on mobile devices that can stop potentially unwanted software and malware, like NGate, from being downloaded and installed. These security apps add an extra layer of defense by continuously scanning and monitoring for threats.
Turning off the NFC function on devices when it’s not needed. This step helps to prevent any unauthorized access or data transfer via NFC.
Using protective cases or protectors for radio frequency identification (RFID) cards. By creating a barrier that blocks unwanted RFID scans, these can stop anyone from stealing NFC data from the card.
Using digital versions of physical cards on smartphones. These virtual cards are stored securely on the device and can be protected by additional security measures, such as biometric authentication, making them a safer and more convenient alternative to traditional plastic cards.
10 Tips to Improve Upload Speed Upload speeds can be affected by a variety of factors, including hardware, software, and firmware. Older modem processors may be limiting your upload speeds, while unwanted software may be consuming resources and slowing down data transfers. Additionally, your Internet service itself could be the problem.
Here are ten steps you can take to help improve your upload speeds:
1. Get a faster internet connection If you’ve been on the same plan for a while, you may be able to upgrade your Internet without spending more money. Sometimes it’s as simple as calling your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and threatening to cancel – they may offer a new modem or upgrade your plan for free to keep you from leaving.If they don’t budge, shop around for a better deal with another provider. If you’re flexible about which ISP you use, take advantage of available promotions, but ensure that any service you choose offers good upload and download speeds—ideally, at least 20 Mbps for uploads and 100 Mbps for downloads for smooth and consistent internet. 2. Clear your cache and cookies Cache and cookies accumulate as you browse the internet, and leaving them unchecked can result in a buildup of data that can take up significant disk space and may even impact performance. Clearing cookies can potentially make your computer faster and can also help to free up RAM.What’s more, malware can exploit cache and cookies to carry attacks that can steal your data, which is another reason to practice good computer hygiene.
3. Using a wired connection A wired Ethernet connection almost always improves Internet upload speeds – using a wired connection eliminates a lot of potential interference. A wired connection has a higher throughput than a Wi-Fi connection, which means more data can be sent per second.It’s a surefire way to increase both upload and download speeds. All you need to do is connect an Ethernet cable from your router to your computer.
4. Restart or reset your router Rebooting or resetting the router can resolve upload speed issues by clearing temporary data and configurations that may interrupt your Internet connection. Power off and unplug the router for at least 30 seconds before rebooting.
5. Update your router’s firmware Firmware is software that interacts directly with device hardware. Many modern routers update firmware automatically, but sometimes you need to apply new firmware updates manually to help your router work more efficiently.
6. Use a VPN Your ISP can throttle your connection, possibly because they believe you’re consuming too much data or to regulate network traffic. By hiding your online activity from your ISP, VPNs can help prevent slow upload speeds resulting from bandwidth throttling.
7. Use security software Using trusted antivirus software is important for your online security and can have positive knock-on effects on upload speeds. If your device becomes infected with malware it can consume bandwidth and interfere with your network, slowing down your internet speed.
8. Limit the number of devices and apps running simultaneously Bandwidth-hungry apps can drain your internet connection and slow your upload speed. Additionally, the more devices connected to a single router, the slower your internet will run.
9. Move your router Optimizing your router placement to improve the strength and stability of your connection can increase your internet upload speed. But if it’s not possible to move it because of the layout of your home, there are other ways to extend your Wi-Fi range like using a Wi-Fi extender.
