Apple might not launch the iPhone SE 4 in 2024

Apple’s newest budget iPhone offering, known as the Apple iPhone SE 4, has had many rumours and speculations surrounding it since the launch of the Apple iPhone SE 3 in 2022. Many believe this smartphone will offer a design similar to the Apple iPhone XR and come with a 6.1-inch display, upgraded internals, Face ID, and support for 5G networks. Other recent reports have indicated that the launch of the Apple iPhone SE 4 will be pushed to 2024. However, now, according to Ming Chi Kuo, Apple may forgo the launch entirely. 

Ming Chi Kuo’s speculations about the Apple iPhone SE 4

Details that have been shared by Ming Chi Kuo, a known analyst, indicate that the Apple iPhone SE 4 may be cancelled entirely. Kuo wrote that the “supply chain has received instructions from Apple indicating that the production and shipment plans for the 2024 iPhone SE 4 have been canceled rather than delayed” in a post on Medium. Kuo has stated that this is possibly due to concerns related to Apple’s upcoming in-house chipset. 

Apple has been working on its own 5G modem for a while now, and it is believed that these modems will be used in the Apple iPhones in 2023. It was believed that Qualcomm is supply 20% of chipsets. However, Apple is not satisfied with the performance of its 5G models which is why they didn’t want to use it in the upcoming budget smartphone. 

5G Modem was supposed to be tested via the Apple iPhone SE 4

According to Kuo, Apple was planning to test out its 5G modem via the Apple iPhone SE 4. He also said  “…the cancelation of the iPhone SE 4 has significantly increased the chances of Qualcomm remaining the exclusive supplier of baseband chips for the 2H24 new iPhone 16 series, which is better than the market consensus that Qualcomm will start losing iPhone orders in 2024,”

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CES 2023: JBL unveils the JBL Spinner BT, the brands first Bluetooth turntable

JBL announced its first Bluetooth turntable that comes with aptX HD wireless streaming during the CES 2023 event. It has orange accents on an all-black design along with an analog output. The product is known as the JBL Spinner BT. 

What is the JBL Spinner BT?

The JBL Spinner BT is a Bluetooth turntable that can stream vinyl records to other wireless soundbars, speakers, and headphones with 24-bit hi-res quality, as long as they are compatible. The turntable comes with a built-in switchable moving magnet photo stage that can be used with active speakers. It can also be used to feed into a traditional audio system along with an external photo preamp. The turntable has a belt drive. It has an MDF plinth with damped feet that is claimed to lead to effective vibration modulation. It also has an aluminium platter. The forearm of the turntable is equipped with an audio technical moving magnet cartridge. The speed options are locked with a speed sensor so that the device delivers the right pitch that is needed. 

When will the JBL Spinner BT launch?

It is believed that the JBL Spinner BT will launch in Q3 2023. It may be priced at $399 (which is around ₹32,827.19, making it more affordable than the aptX HD-equipped turntables that are currently available in the market. 

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OnePlus Pad rumoured to be in its testing phase in India

The OnePlus Pad, an unconfirmed tablet made by the Chinese company, may just be in its testing phase in India, as per a report published on Mysmartprice. It is believed that the Android tablet will launch along with the OnePlus 11R. It carries the codename ‘Aries’, as well as ‘Reeves’ - though the latter is an internal codename. At this point, OnePlus has not announced anything about this tablet. 

OnePlus Pad specifications (expected)

The OnePlus may be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC, and offer  6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. It is believed that the tablet will come with a 12.4-inch full-HD+ OLED display. It may run on Android 12L. Rumours indicate that it will have a 13MP primary camera along with a 5MP secondary camera and an 8MP selfie camera. It may come with a 19,090 mAh battery capacity that supports 45W fast charging. 

OnePlus Pad price and launch date (estimated)

Rumours started to emerge all the way back in 2022 stating that the tablet is close to launch, however that didn’t happen last year. OnePlus may launch the tablet in 2023, and going by its codename, Aries, it may happen between March 21 to about April 19 - this, however, is merely a speculation based on the zodiac dates of Aries, so do take it with a pinch of salt. 

It is believed that the OnePlus Pad price will be around CNY 2,000 at the time of launch. This is around ₹24,062.25, making it a mid-range offering. 

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Redmi K60 series will cost more than 30,000: Price range revealed

At the Redmi Note 12 series launch, the price range of the Redmi K60 was revealed. The Redmi K60 series has already been rolled out in China and it is expected that it will be launched in India by April 2023. Redmi K60 lineup carries three flagship phones; Redmi K60, Redmi K60 Pro and Redmi K60E.

The prices of Redmi K60 phones in China are CNY 2,499 for Redmi K60, CNY 3,299 for Redmi K60 Pro and CNY 2,199 for Redmi K60E. As per local conversion rates, the Redmi K60 will cost about 30,000, the Redmi K60 Pro will be priced at ₹40,000 and the Redmi K60E will set you back by about ₹26,000. The expected price range of the Redmi K60 series will be more than ₹30,000, said Xiaomi.

Specifications of Redmi K60 series: Redmi K60: 

The Redmi K60 features a 6.6-inch 2K AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support. It has Dolby Vision support. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and runs on Android 13 OS. The K60 packs a 5500mAH battery with 67W fast charging. It has a 64-megapixel primary camera, 8-megapixel ultrawide lens and 2-megapixel macro sensor.

Redmi K60 Pro:

The Redmi K60 Pro is pretty much the same in terms of specifications as the Redmi K60 except that it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. It also comes with a 54-megapixel primary camera and a 5000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.

Redmi K60E:

Redmi K60E is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC and runs on Android 12, and MIUI 13. It has a 6.6-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone has a 48-megapixel primary camera and along with that, it has an 8-megapixel Ultrawide lens and a 2-megapixel Macro lens. It packs a 5500mAH battery with 67W fast charging.

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023: Date, announcements, and more

Late last year, we’d speculated that the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event will take place on February 1. Now, the same has been confirmed via a leaked digital creative that states that the event will be taking place on said date. This is great news for fans of the South Korean manufacturer as the brand will be unveiling the latest Samsung Galaxy S23 lineup, including the vanilla Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S23 specifications (expected)

As we’re inching closer to the launch date, there have been plenty of speculations and leaks regarding the Samsung Galaxy S23 specifications. A recent leak indicated that Samsung will not be offering a 128GB storage for its base model. The storage options for the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S23+ starts at 256GB. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is tipped to offer two storage options: 512GB and 1TB. It is also believed that the the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S23+ will come with 8GB RAM. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, on the other hand, will have 12GB RAM

Samsung Galaxy S23 colours (leaked)

Another leak indicated that the smartphone lineup will include four colour options: pink, black, off-white, and green. These are all highly muted and desaturated. 

Samsung Galaxy S23 launch date

Based on the fact that the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event will take place on February 1, we can expect the same to be the Samsung Galaxy S23 launch date.

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CES 2023: LGs latest Signature OLED TV has wireless audio and video transmission

LG announces new Signature OLEDs every few years at CES, and this year was no different. The new Signature OLED M breaks the mould as its top features aren’t just limited to the display. The Signature OLED M has a “Zero Connect” box that sends video and audio signals to the TV. This box only needs to be placed up to 30 feet away from the TV itself for it to work. This makes it the “world’s first wireless OLED TV.”

LG Signature OLED TV specifications

The TV comes with three HDMI ports. All three of these are capable of 4K visuals at 120Hz. The TV also has a pill-shaped antenna that can be spun around for the best wireless performance. 

“To ensure the seamless transfer of data from the box to the TV, the company developed an algorithm that instantly identifies the optimal transmission path,” LG said in its press release. “The algorithm also helps to minimize transmission errors or disruptions as it can recognize changes in the immediate environment — such as people or pets moving around the room — and switch paths accordingly.”

Why is this product even needed?

One of the main benefits of the product is that it can simplify cable management. It can be a great option for people who do not like having cables all over the place and want a neat aesthetic in their home. The LG Signature OLED TV is likely to be more expensive than the brand’s largest 8K offering, however, there is no indication of the price yet. 

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CES 2023: HTC announces a new VR headset, the Vive XR Elite, for 1,099

HTC is ready to take preorders for the upcoming Vive XR Elite, which is a virtual and augmented reality headset. This headset has been designed to compete with Meta’s Quest headsets along with the Apple AR/VR device. 

Vive XR Elite specifications

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The Vive XR Elite has a screen resolution of 2K pixels per eye, 12GB RAM, 128GB storage, a 110-degree diagonal field of view, and a 90Hz refresh rate. The device runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2, which is the same chipset in the Meta Quest 2. The device has four wide-angle cameras along with lens diopter adjustment options that do not require people to wear glasses. It also lets you adjust the distance between lenses. The headset comes with a USB-C charger along with a battery that lasts 10 hours. 

The headset will also come with two accessories, one that supports face tracking and another that supports eye tracking. 

Vive XR Elite price

The Vive XR Elite is going to be priced at $1,099. This product is intended to be a part of a standalone AR/VR market, which will start flourishing in a few years. The headset can be used to play games, enjoy different types of content, and even handle productivity-related tasks. 

The Vive XR Elite is not the only exciting VR announcement made during CES 2023. PlayStation has also announced its VR games.

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