Pixel 8 Pro accidentally revealed ahead of the Google Pixel 8 launch on Oct 4

Google has announced the launch date of its new smartphone series, the Pixel 8. But not just that, the tech-giant also posted the Pixel 8 Pro on its online store, or should I add ‘accidentally posted’. We really don’t know if this was really an accident or just a move to create the hype. The tech-giant even posted a picture of Pixel 8 Pro on the store the next day Apple dropped Wonderlust's invite. Those who don’t know, the Wonderlust is believed to be the launch of iPhone 15 series and more Apple products. However, the Pixel 8 series could also be joined by the Pixel Watch 2. 

The tech-giant has announced the Pixel 8 earlier but then, sending invites of the Made by Google event, seemed like it wanted to tackle Apple on its Wonderlust announcement. A known youtuber, Marques Brownlee, confirmed the event's invite. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro might be officially introduced on October 4.

The company has also claimed some more devices in the Pixel portfolio of devices, which made us think about the Pixel Watch 2. Google might also introduce the Pixel Watch 2 on October 4, as I mentioned before. Google will host this event in New York at 10 AM. 

Also read: Google Pixel 8 coming soon: Audio Magic Eraser and colour options revealed

Now what’s interesting is that Google accidentally revealed its upcoming Pixel 8 Pro smartphone on its online store yesterday, which also gave us a sneak peek into the design. 

Talking about the specifications, the Pixel 8 Pro is said to have a temperature sensor on the back, a 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO OLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate, Google Tensor G3 processor paired with up to 12GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. It could be packed with a 4950mAh battery with the support of up to 27-watt fast charging. It is expected to run on Android 14 from the start.

Also read: Google Pixel 8 hardware leak suggests it will excel at night photography

For photography, it might have a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS, a 64-megapixel ultra-wide sensor and a 48-megapixel telephoto sensor. For selfies, it might feature a 11-megapixel sensor. 

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Nothing CMF Watch Pro, CMF Buds Pro, CMF 65W GaN charger leaked: specs, price and launch date

Carl Pei, the CEO of Nothing, caught the tech world's attention earlier this month by introducing CMF, a sub-brand set to delve into the realm of affordable tech products. In line with this revelation, Pei revealed that a smartwatch and earbuds under the CMF umbrella are poised for a debut later this year, with further specifics yet to be disclosed. 

Also read: Nothing Phone 2 Review: Something special

However, fresh leaks from the Telegram channel @Alchimist_1 have now given us a sneak peek into the internal marketing materials detailing CMF's first offerings: the CMF Watch Pro, CMF Buds Pro, and the CMF 65W GaN charger. Let's dive into the uncovered details.

CMF Watch Pro specifications

The CMF Watch Pro will reportedly boast a vivid 1.96-inch AMOLED display capable of 600 nits of brightness, flaunting a 50 fps refresh rate and an Always-on Display feature. The watch will offer over a 100 watch faces and is powered by a 330mAh battery that is poised to reportedly keep the device running for 13 days.

Additionally, the CMF Watch Pro will come with 100 sports modes and health tracking sensors that include heart rate monitoring, SpO2 measurement, stress analysis, sleep tracking, and even a breath monitor. For connectivity you have Bluetooth 5.3 and multi-system GPS. The watch will reportedly come with an IP68 rating and a sleek aluminium alloy case measuring just 11.4mm thick and weighing in at 31.1 grams.

CMF Buds Pro specifications

The CMF Buds Pro will reportedly come with 45dB Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). 10mm dynamic audio drivers and intelligent dynamic bass features will reportedbly be present to further boost audio quality. Each bud has three HD microphones for calls, complemented by algorithms, and anti-wind noise reduction. 

Also read: Nothing Ear (2) Review: An incremental update in a competitive space

The CMF Buds Pro will reportedly offer 11 hours of music playback on a single charge, which extends to 37 hours with the charging case. Quick charging support will also be present, granting a commendable 3.5 hours of playback time with ANC deactivated. The CMF Buds Pro will also come with IP54 water resistance.

CMF Power 65W GaN Charger specifications

The CMF Power 65W GaN charger will feature a trifecta of ports – one USB-A and two USB-C. It's built to accommodate various devices. Supporting fast charging protocols like PD 3.0, QC 4.0+/3.0/2.0, SC, FCP, PPS, AFC, Apple 2.4A, Samsung 9V2A, and DCP, it caters to a wide range of gadgets. Multiple protective features, including short circuit, over-temperature, over-current, over-voltage, over-power, anti-interference, and under-voltage protection are reportedly available with this.

Price points and release date

According to the leaked information, the CMF Watch Pro is anticipated to retail for Rs 4,499 ($69), while the CMF Buds Pro is priced at Rs 3,499. Additionally, the 65W GaN charger might enjoy a promotional price of Rs 2,499 initially, later rising to Rs 2,999 during its general sale period. Mark your calendars for September 26, as both the CMF Watch Pro and Buds Pro are set to make their grand entrance on that day. While details regarding the charger's launch remain uncertain, the leaks have certainly set the stage for an exciting tech unveiling event

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Google Pixel 8 Series may get 5 years of OS updates, more than Samsung

Google could finally begin providing five years of OS updates for their upcoming Pixel 8 series of smartphones. The folks over at 9to5Google have reported that Google could take the crown from Samsung for giving the most years of OS updates on the Android side of things. Software support usually comes down to the hands of smartphone OEMs, so even though Google owns Android, they were left behind in the software update race. 

Previous Pixel smartphones delivered three years of major OS updates and five years of security updates. This policy started in the Pixel 6 era in 2021. However, Samsung remained at the forefront since it was the only brand that committed to four years of software support for its phones. 

Also read: Google Pixel 8 may have revamped Google Camera UI, only eSIMs in some regions

Apple, on the other hand, was the overall leader offering six or more years of software updates for its iPhones! However, if the report is true, Google will finally beat out Samsung and get close to what Apple offers.

The Pixel 8 series to get more than three major OS updates; could even be five

The report by 9to5Google doesn’t mention five years of OS updates, so take this news with a pinch of salt. It does mention that the Pixel 8 series could beat out Samsung phones with its software support – which implies five years since Samsung phones already provide 4 years of OS updates. The company is planning to deliver extended software support for its devices with a Tensor processor. The news comes from one of 9to5Google’s sources, so there’s still no guarantee that this could actually pan out.

Also read: Google Pixel 8 hardware leak suggests it will excel at night photography

If Google does go ahead with this, it will definitely make Pixel devices more appealing for purchase. Especially in India where even the budget Samsung phones are offering four major OS updates. More years of security updates mean the longevity of these new Pixel devices will be extended, which is always appreciated by users

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WhatsApp for Mac Meta adds group voice and video calls to their Mac app and more

WhatsApp has been expanding its presence on desktop systems for some time now, with Meta developers working hard to bring the experience as close to using the messenger on the phone. As a part of those efforts, WhatsApp has now updated their app for Mac desktops and laptops, introducing group calling feature for those systems.

In the early part of 2023, WhatsApp had introduced a new app for Windows machines, adding a host of new features to the app. With that update, Windows users got access to the group video calling feature, better syncing across devices, and new linking features as well. At the time, the Mac app was in development and being tested as a beta.

we’ve just launched a app for Mac users on desktop. now you can make audio and video group calls while keeping your chats synced and encrypted across devices. download here: https://t.co/5L3rLTLdfp

— WhatsApp (@WhatsApp) August 29, 2023 WhatsApp for Mac - Now you can join group video calls with up to 8 people!

Now, Meta has gone ahead and introduced those features on their Mac app, adding a bunch of new calling-related features as well! The new group calling feature will allow users to join video calls with up to eight people and voice calls with the number of people in the call going all the way up to 32. Additionally, users will now be able to see their call history and also receive call notifications even when the app is not running on their system.

Apart from that, to make the user experience closer to some of the other messengers that were developed from the ground up, Meta has now enabled the dragging and dropping of files directly into the chatbox for Mac users. And, if you want to view your chat history on your Mac, you can go further back than you could ever in the previous versions of the app!

In their official release about the new Mac app, Meta noted that these features are being introduced to improve the experience on large screens. The statement said, “The app is redesigned to be familiar to Mac users, helping you get more done faster when using WhatsApp on a large screen.”

With these new features coming in, it will definitely improve the user experience of people running WhatsApp on Apple desktops and laptops. We could even see a shift of professional workflows to WhatsApp, which in turn could motivate the developers at Meta to introduce such updates earlier than what they do right now.

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iPhone 15 launch expected on Sept 12, as Apple sends Wonderlust event invite

The guessing game is finally over, as Apple has confirmed plans for its September 12 'Wonderlust' event -- where among other things the iPhone 15 series is expected to be unveiled. There was some uncertainty over the past week or so, whether Apple's September iPhone 15 event is going to be on Sept 12th or 13th, but that confusion is put to bed by Apple's confirmation.

In fact, just a few days ago, there was some speculation that the iPhone 15 event may even be delayed or pushed back by a week from its original schedule, due to alleged production delays of the iPhone 15 -- especially the iPhone 15 Pro Max reportedly. 

Also read: India to make 25-percent of iPhones all over the globe, hints Apple and govt sources

The iPhone 15 series devices will be of special significance from an Indian perspective. Not only has production of iPhone 15 already began in India -- a first for the country, where a hitherto unannounced iPhone is already being produced, something that has never happened before -- but Apple is planning to ramp up India's overall iPhone production from 7-percent to 25-percent of the company's overall global supply chain. 

What to expect in the iPhone 15 series

Quite a few landmark changes are confirmed to arrive on the iPhone 15, thanks to a series of leaks over the past year. The biggest change of it all is of course the ditching of the Lightning Port and embracing the USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. There's a whole new Action Button expected on the left edge of the iPhone 15 series which will also act as a mute slider. As always, the iPhone 15 is going to ring in some new colours with Titanium frame.

Also read: Apple iPhone 15 updates: New colours, reason behind price hike explained

There's also intense speculation around the naming of the highest-end iPhone 15 series phone model - will it be iPhone 15 Pro Max or will Apple prefer the iPhone 15 Ultra instead? Beyond the nomenclature, the highest end iPhone 15 series model is expected to debut a 10x periscope lens -- a first ever on an iPhone.

From a price perspective, various reports are indicating that even if the price of the base model of the iPhone 15 remains unchanged compared to the price of the base model of iPhone 14 in the past, that Apple will most likely increase the price of its Pro or Ultra variants of the iPhone 15. The justification for this price increase could be the introduction of a Titanium model of iPhone 15, among other things.

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Indian govts laptop and PC import ban effective from November 1, despite manufacturer appeals

In a recent development, the government has reaffirmed its stance on not delaying the impending restrictions on the import of laptops, personal computers, and tablets. These measures, which entail the compulsory acquisition of licenses for bulk imports of these devices, are slated to become effective from November 1, 2023.

Notably, prominent industry players engaged in a discussion with Rajeev Chandrashekhar, the Minister of State for the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), where they sought an extension of the transition phase by approximately 6 to 12 months.

Also read: Laptop import ban explained: Do you need to worry about your next purchase?

Alkesh Kumar Sharma, the secretary of MeitY, expressed satisfaction with the overwhelming response garnered by the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) initiative targeting large-scale electronics. Consequently, he underscored that there is no justification for extending the transitional period for these corporations to commence domestic manufacturing. Sharma elaborated, "We have already received 58 registrations encompassing a spectrum of participants, ranging from large and small entities to both domestic and international stakeholders. With the application window for the scheme open until August 30, 2023, we anticipate further participation."

The government had made an unexpected announcement on August 4, unveiling import constraints on personal computers, laptops, and tablets. Following significant uproar, however, the authorities opted to postpone the implementation of these restrictions until November 1.

Also read: Lenovo Legion Slim 5 16IRH8 Review: A solid gaming laptop, but you can get better for cheaper

During their interaction with Minister Chandrasekhar, prominent laptop manufacturers including but not limited to Dell, Acer, Samsung, Panasonic, Apple, Lenovo, and HP, articulated several concerns regarding the decision and the intricacies involved in obtaining the requisite licenses.

As it stands, the restrictions on the import of select electronic items are slated to take effect from November 1, 2023. Despite industry appeals, the government remains steadfast in its commitment to enforcing these measures as planned.

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Realme C51 could offer 33-watt fast charging under 10,000: Launch on September 4

Realme has confirmed the launch date of its upcoming entry level smartphone, the C51. It will launch on September 4. The company has also confirmed that the smartphone will come with 33-watt SUPERVOOC fast charging support. Along with that, this smartphone will feature an alleged mini capsule on display. This capsule is positioned on either side of the notch, offering access to details like data usage, step count, charging status, and notifications.

On the design front, the upcoming Realme C51 phone could feature flat edges and the sim card tray will be placed on the left side, while on the right side there will be volume rocker and power button. You will be able to purchase it in two colour options that are Blue and Black. The smartphone will come with a dual tone finish; glossy upper back with solid matte texture. Apart from that, there will be three camera rings on the back but the catch here is one of them consists of the LED flash.

Also read: Realme C55 Review: Fantastic battery life, performance could be better

Unfortunately, the company has not revealed any other details of the Realme C51 other than these, but the smartphone has been already rolled out in other regions such as, Taiwan, Cambodia and Indonesia. Let’s check out what this other variant offers. 

The global variant Realme C51 features a 6.7-inch LCD 120Hz display with HD+ resolution. It is powered by Unisoc T612 chipset and is packed with a 5000mAh battery with 33-fast charging support. It has a 50-megapixel dual camera setup and a 5-megapixel selfie shooter. 

Also read: Realme C51 reportedly cheaper than Realme C53: Check leaked specs and features

The Realme C51 is expected to launch in India under ₹10,000, and is most likely to be available on Flipkart and Realme’s official website. However it is also expected to launch at a cheaper price than its predecessor, Realme C53. The Realme C53 was launched in India at a price of ₹9,999. 

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