Lenovo IdeaCentre 5 17IAB7 Gaming PC Unveiled, to Be Powered by 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake CPUs: Report

Lenovo IdeaCentre 5 17IAB7 has been reportedly unveiled. The new gaming PC is said to be powered by up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7 'Alder Lake' processors. Users are also said to get an option to configure either AMD or Nvidia graphic cards. Lenovo IdeaCentre 5 17IAB7 is said to be available sometime soon.

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OnePlus 10 Ultra and Nord 2 CE 5G concept renders are here, hinting at more than their design

The OnePlus 10 Ultra’s design had been revealed in alleged patent images last week. And based on those sketches, LetsGoDigital has released some concept renders of the device. These pictures reveal the OnePlus 10 Ultra’s purported periscope lens within its extended camera bump, curved punch-holed display on the front, and various buttons by the side including an alert slider. Well, another OnePlus device that won’t be having the alert slider is the soon-to-launch OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G. And the same site has posted some concept renders of this handset too besides reiterating its supposed specs.

So, let’s get on with unfurling these illusory renders of both OnePlus smartphones.

OnePlus 10 Ultra Design and Specs (Expected)   

At first look, the OnePlus 10 Ultra might look a lot similar to the Pro model. Well, it is, but there are differences too, naturally and allegedly. The frontier has got a top-left-seated punch-hole cutout and seemingly narrow bezels.

As for the back, the camera panel melts into the side frame, well, kinda, ‘cause there is a subtle seam. Anyway, the new thing about this arrangement is the rectangular housing for the periscope zoom lens. Now the zooming capability of it is something unclear at the moment. There are rumours of it being 3.3x (like the Pro variant) or even 5x optical (as per the latest concepts). We’ll have to wait for corroboratory evidence.  

Now, the other two cameras could borrow the same 48MP main sensor and a 50MP 150˚ ultrawide sensor. What’s more, the OnePlus 10 Ultra could employ Oppo’s MariSilicon NPU that could impart better dynamic range, noise reduction, improved details, and real-time RAW processing in 4K videos. 

Inside, the Ultra phone is said to either feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or the anticipated successor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus. On top of this, the software could be a ColorOS 12-adjacent OxygenOS 12 in the global markets including India.

Then there are renders of the OnePlus Core Edition phone—

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G Design and Specs (Expected)

The new concept renders of the Nord CE 2 presents the phone’s alleged 6.43-inch 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display with HDR10+ certification, 64+8+2MP triple rear cameras with 4K30FPS video capability, and its two colourways viz. Grey Sierra and Green Woods. As for the internals, the site mentions MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset and 4500mAh battery with 65W charging support.

Meanwhile, the OnePlus 10 Pro is yet to launch in India but its BIS certification has been recently spotted. Also, other OnePlus phones like Nord 2T and Nord CE 2 Lite 5G  are lately making rounds hinting at a sooner than later launch.

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Infinix Zero 5G with Dimensity 900 confirmed to launch on February 14 in India

Infinix Zero 5G is all set to launch on February 14, the company has confirmed. The Zero 5G is Infinix’s first 5G smartphone in India and is said to be priced under Rs 20,000. Infinix has started teasing the Zero 5G on its social media handles and has also confirmed that the phone will launch on Flipkart. A launch page has also gone live on Flipkart teasing some of the key specs of the upcoming Infinix Zero 5G.

The 5G revolution is here! The Infinix ZERO 5G supports the latest 5G Dual-SIM technology and is compatible with 13 5G bands, supporting all major operators. Its truly a future-ready smartphone. Launching soon only on @Flipkart Know more: https://t.co/dQrmybHbYZ pic.twitter.com/teYw83XTJl

— InfinixIndia (@InfinixIndia) February 5, 2022

As per the listing, the Infinix Zero 5G supports 13 5G bands and is powered by the Dimensity 900 chipset, paired with a UFS 3.1 storage. The Zero 5G has a triple camera stack on the back and the module looks very seamless with the rest of the back panel, likely having taken inspiration from the Oppo Find X3 Pro. Here’s everything you need to know about the Infinix Zero 5G.

Infinix Zero 5G expected specifications

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The Infinix Zero 5G is rumoured to feature a 6.6-inch Full HD+ display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate and will at least be offered in two colours: black and yellow. 

The Zero 5G is confirmed to be powered by the Dimensity 900 SoC which is paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage variants. It will run on Android 11 based XOS out-of-the-box.

On the back, there’s a triple camera setup that will likely be headlined by a 48MP camera along with an ultra-wide and a macro lens. 

The Infinix Zero 5G is expected to come equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.

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GTA 6? Rockstar Games Subsidiary Take Two Interactive Confirms Development of Next Grand Theft Auto Instalment

GTA 6, or the next instalment in the Grand Theft Auto series, is in ‘active development’, its developer Rockstar Games’ subsidiary Take Two Interactive announced via a tweet on Friday.

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Repairable Google Chromebooks Vs Cheap Windows Laptops: Whats best for students and the environment

Google is trying to showcase its dedication to the “Right to Repair” phenomenon spreading worldwide. It recently took to Twitter to tout how repairable and sustainably made the Chromebooks are. Google further wants to start a repairability program to enable Chromebook repair workshops in Schools and simultaneously help children learn valuable IT skills. 

With Google Chromebook currently dominating sales in schools in the US, Microsoft is slowly trying to catch up with cheaper and affordable Windows laptops. Here’s what you need to know.

Google Chromebooks Vs Cheap Windows Laptops

In addition to Google, a number of other third-party OEMs also manufacture Chromebooks. In a blog post, the tech giant claims that over 50 million students and teachers currently use Chromebooks in US schools. Moreover, with a combined effort from third-party OEMs, Google claims 46% less energy consumption while manufacturing Chromebooks.

While Google supports repairability for such devices in the US, it does not offer a similar program in India. Moreover, the 3rd party OEMs will still void your Chromebook’s warranty in case of any self-repair. 

Most Chromebooks available in India are available with an Intel Celeron Dual-Core processor, around 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage. HP Chromebooks however use an ARM-based MediaTek processor instead of Intel or AMD. Compared to Chromebooks, Windows laptops are still expensive, very much so if you’re talking scale. One of the cheapest ones starting its range at around Rs 25,000 in India. Compared to Chrome OS, which runs on Chromebooks, Windows is relatively more resource hungry. However, it supports a much larger number of creative and productive applications. 

Google’s repair learning program seems like a direct response to the Right to Repair bill which is actively gaining support from both parties in the US. Therefore, it’d be interesting to see how the self-repair idea reaches our shores after spreading across assemblies in the US and enables Google to introduce an equally favourable learning program for Indian students.

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Apple cars could come with Sunroof Technology with user control Transparency

The rumoured Apple Car has been in development for years now but there is still no concrete information from the company or sources. In yet another news, a new patent by Apple has hinted towards another one of the features of the anticipated car. The US Patent and Trademark Office has granted a new patent to Apple which appears to be a sunroof technology for the upcoming electric car from the company. The patent is for a system that lets drivers adjust how transparent the roof is. Which will help alter the amount of natural light that comes in depending on the weather and conditions outside. The technology also allows the sunroof to open in tandem with the car’s side windows. 

Could we see the Apple Car soon?

The patent document also shows various drawings of what appears to be a car’s roof. The diagrams indicate how the sunroof would move and showcase the mechanism within the sunroof. Further, an abstract in the patent application reads: “a vehicle includes a roof, an opening in the roof, and a window that is located forward from the opening.” The Apple Car has been highly anticipated and speculated since rumours started flying about its production. The rumours claim the car will be completely autonomous, with a hands-off experience complete with an infotainment system that can integrate into Apple’s existing suite of services.

It is also expected to feature LED screens all over the vehicle to regulate the other drivers what the self-driving car is doing. The display will update information, the speed of the car and other messages via graphics and video mode. It is speculated that the car will use a  “C1” chip based on the A12 Bionic processor with in-cabin AI capabilities such as eye-tracking. It will be a long time before we hear official news about the much-anticipated car from the company itself. fIf rumours are to be believed the electric car is said to debut in 2025. 

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IBM will provide Canada with its first universal quantum computer

IBM said today that it will deploy its first quantum computer in Canada, putting the country on a small list of countries with access to an IBM Quantum System One machine. The Canadian province of Quebec is collaborating with IBM to construct the Quebec-IBM Discovery Accelerator, which will improve research and development in the domains of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and high-performance computing. IBM will deploy a Quantum System One as part of a Quebec-IBM Discovery Accelerator initiative addressing scientific and commercial challenges over five years.

According to the partners, the partnership will establish the groundwork for breakthrough energy materials and life science discoveries. The new technology centre will also focus on STEM education and talent development, with a particular emphasis on genomics and drug discovery. 

The collaboration will see IBM and the Quebec government promote microelectronics work, particularly advancements in chip packaging, due to an existing IBM facility in the province. The two also intend to demonstrate how quantum and classical computers can collaborate to solve scientific problems, and they anticipate that quantum-powered AI can aid in the discovery of novel treatments and materials.

What is the IBM Quantum Computer?

The IBM Quantum System One is projected to be operational at IBM's Bromont, Quebec, facility by early next year, according to Anthony Annunziata, IBM's director of rapid discovery, in an interview with Reuters. IBM stated that the collaboration will make use of the company's expertise in semiconductor design and packaging.

The Quebec-IBM Discovery Accelerator, according to Dr Daro Gil, senior vice president and director of research at IBM, is "further proof of our commitment to building open communities of innovation to tackle the big problems of our time through a combination of quantum computing, AI, and high-performance computing, all integrated through the hybrid cloud."

According to Quebec Premier François Legault, "the specialised IBM quantum computer will open the way for us to achieve amazing advances in fields such as artificial intelligence and modelling." To add to his assertion, quantum physics is the future of computers. We're putting ourselves at the forefront of this future with our innovation zone.

IBM has announced similar collaborations in recent years with the Cleveland Clinic, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the UK's Science and Technology Facilities Council Hartree Centre. The Canadian Quantum One system is IBM's sixth worldwide installation, following engagements in the United States, Germany, Japan, and South Korea. While IBM has generally offered its quantum computing platform as a service, the corporation announced the IBM Quantum System One as an on-premises option in 2019, billing it as "the world's first fully integrated universal quantum computing system."

IBM did not specify when the quantum computer will be installed. However, it will be just the sixth Quantum One installation by 2023, following similar collaborations in Germany, Japan, South Korea, and the United States. So Canada has joined a rather select group.

The country has a long history with quantum computing. After all, the contentious firm D-Wave is situated in Canada. Nonetheless, IBM's decision is important. It provides Canada with a more generic system capable of overcoming issues that are impractical to tackle with traditional supercomputers. This will not necessarily transform Canada's scientific community, but it may give an advantage until quantum computing becomes more ubiquitous.

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