Tag: Generative AI Features

July 12, 2024
World’s First Laptop with 4320Hz PWM Dimming OLED Display
Honor has introduced the latest model in its MagicBook series, the Honor MagicBook Art 14, during a press conference today. This ultrathin AI-powered PC is designed for users who need both portability and high performance. Let’s delve into the specifics.
Honor MagicBook Art 14 Specifications
The design is a standout feature of this laptop, as suggested by its name. Constructed from aerospace-grade materials, the MagicBook Art 14 is exceptionally lightweight at just 1.03kg (2.27 lbs) and measures only 1cm in thickness.
Despite its slim build, the laptop houses a 60Wh battery capable of delivering up to 9.5 hours of use on a single charge. It also offers a variety of I/O ports, including Thunderbolt 4, full-function USB-C, USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The laptop boasts a 14-inch OLED touchscreen display with a 3.1K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen can reach a peak brightness of 700 nits and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut for precise color accuracy.
One of its most remarkable features is that it’s the first laptop globally to incorporate 4320Hz ultra-high frequency PWM dimming technology, which helps reduce screen flickering and eye strain.
Performance Choices and AI Features
The MagicBook Art 14 offers two processor options: Intel Core Ultra 5 and Core Ultra 7. Despite its ultrabook form factor, it includes dual fans for effective heat dissipation. Memory options go up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
Honor also integrates a suite of AI features in the MagicBook Art 14. These include AI smart search, AI knowledge Q&A, AI document summary, and AI-powered audio and video capabilities like scene recognition, sound object separation, background noise elimination, and two-way noise reduction.
For added security, the laptop features a “Smart Eye” magnetic camera, allowing users to physically cover the camera when not in use. The audio setup includes six professional-grade speakers enhanced by Honor’s proprietary spatial audio algorithms.
Price and Availability
The MagicBook Art 14 comes in two color choices: Sunrise Impression and Summer Olive. The starting price is 7,999 yuan ($1,105) for the Intel Core Ultra 5 model with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. There’s also a 32GB memory variant with the same configuration, priced at 8,499 yuan ($1,170).
For those opting for the Core Ultra 7 model, it comes in a single 32GB/1TB configuration, priced at 9,499 yuan (~$1,310). The laptop is available for purchase on Honor’s official website in China.
Tags: Generative AI Features, Honor MagicBook Art 14, Ultrabook
July 8, 2024
Oppo Find X6 Pro Update: Enhanced Animations, Touch & AI Features
Oppo has introduced a substantial software update for its Find X6 Pro smartphone, aiming to enhance system performance, boost AI capabilities, refine animations, improve touch controls, and more. This update is built on Android 14 and comes with firmware version PGEM10_14.0.0.810 (CN01U100P02).
Oppo Find X6 Pro ColorOS 14.0.0.801 Update
AI-powered Features
The update upgrades the AI Eraser, enabling you to remove unwanted objects from your photos. Additionally, you can now cut out parts of a photo and save them as stickers for increased creativity.
Animation Upgrade
New transition animations have been added for opening and closing Home screen widgets. There is also a new transition animation for clock widgets when the screen turns off. Gaussian blur effects have been introduced when opening and closing app icons on the Home screen, and the display of Home screen widgets has been improved.
Touch Control
The update adds a transition animation when pulling down Quick Settings and optimizes animations when opening and closing multiple apps. App icons on the Home screen now respond faster to taps, and touch control responsiveness when opening and closing apps has been improved. Additionally, animations when dragging app icons on the Home screen have been optimized.
System
Music controls can now be displayed in Live Alerts, and you can choose not to show the track when drawing the Lock screen pattern to unlock your device. The update integrates the June 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security and fixes an issue where the volume slider in Quick Settings and the one triggered by pressing the physical volume button might appear simultaneously.
Games
Gaming stability has been improved, and an issue where the screen might turn black while playing a game has been fixed.
Security
Permissions for the Calendar are now granted at a minimum level to maximize the security of your information. The Clipboard privacy info protection function has been improved, which automatically detects privacy information on the clipboard and prevents unauthorized access by apps without your consent, minimizing the risk of privacy leaks.
Tags: Android 14 update, Generative AI Features, Oppo Find X6 Pro
July 1, 2024
Oppo Reno 12 Series India Launch Date Leaked
Oppo recently confirmed that the Reno 12 series is set to launch in India soon. The devices have been teased and also seen on landing pages on Flipkart. However, no official release date was shared. Now, a fresh report has claimed that the Reno 12 series will be arriving in the region next week. So here are all the details.
Oppo Reno 12 series India launch date
According to a report from TheTechOutlook, sources close to the matter have claimed that the Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro will be launching in India on 12th July 2024. Based on what we know so far, the base Oppo Reno 12 5G model will be available with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Meanwhile, the higher end Reno 12 Pro 5G will launch in 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB storage options.
Reno 12 Pro
In our previous reports, we covered the storage options of the two devices. The color options of the upcoming Reno 12 series were also revealed. Oppo’s Reno 12 is set to drop in India on Sunset Peach, Astro Silver, and Matte Brown. On the other hand, the Reno 12 Pro will come in just two color variants, namely Sunset Gold and Space Brown. To recall, the Reno 12 has a dual curved screen, while the Pro model comes with a quad curved display. These devices were first launched in China back in May 2024.
The brand has confirmed that both phones will house a large 5,000mAh battery pack, which supports 80W wired fast charging. Oppo will launch the Reno 12 series with various AI powered features. This includes the AI Best Face feature, which recognizes human expressions, and corrects closed eyes in photos, while the AI Eraser 2.0 uses generative AI to remove background distractions with high accuracy. Keep in mind that this is still just an unconfirmed report, so take this news with a pinch of salt and stick around for more updates.
Tags: Generative AI Features, India launch, Oppo Reno 12 Series
July 1, 2024
Red Magic 9s Pro Official Renders Unveil Major Design Changes
Nubia has officially announced the launch of the Red Magic 9s Pro set for July 3. Additionally, reservations for the upcoming phone are now open. Earlier today, the company unveiled detailed renders showing some design updates. Let’s delve into the details.
Red Magic 9s Pro Official Renders
The provided images reveal that the phone will be available in four color variations: Dark Knight, Day Warrior, Deuterium Front Transparent Dark Night, and Deuterium Front Transparent Silver Wing. The official unveiling will occur at the Red Magic E-sports Universe New Product Launch Conference.
From the images, it’s evident that two of the four versions feature a transparent finish around the motherboard and air vent. While the design retains the flat sides and sharp corners of its predecessor, several changes are noticeable. The camera modules have been moved to the side, and the flash module has been relocated from the top to the side of the camera module. Additionally, the Red Magic logo has been shifted from the center to the side. The fan now resembles a third camera, with the third sensor integrated within the flash module.
On the front, the phone has narrower bezels compared to the Red Magic 8s Pro.
Advanced Cooling System
Rumors suggest that the phone will feature a multi-layer precision heat dissipation ICE 13.5 magic cooling system. This system includes a 10,000-level ice-grade VC, innovative frost cooling gel, and an alloy shark fin high-speed centrifugal fan. This setup is expected to reduce the body temperature by up to 19.5℃ and the CPU core temperature by up to 25℃.
Performance and Specifications
The device will be powered by last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Notably, the Cortex-X4 prime core of the SD 8 Gen 3 chipset will be overclocked to 3.4GHz, compared to the standard 3.3GHz. Additionally, the GPU clock is reportedly increased by 1GHz. The phone will also feature LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.
AI Capabilities
The Red Magic 9s Pro may include a large language model for AI functionalities. It is anticipated that this model will offer a response time of 1 second for the first word, implying some text-based features. This could be similar to text generation and summarization features found in many high-end devices. However, detailed information about the AI features is not yet available.
Tags: Generative AI Features, Red Magic 9S Pro+, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets
June 28, 2024
Oppo Reno 12, 12 Pro India Launch: Specs, Colors Confirmed
Oppo India has announced the imminent arrival of the Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro in the Indian market. Following their global debut, these smartphones are expected to be available in India by July. The Reno 12 series, featuring a range of AI functionalities, now has a dedicated landing page on Flipkart. Additionally, Oppo’s official website provides detailed landing pages for both the Reno 12 and 12 Pro, revealing their configurations and color options well ahead of the launch event.
Oppo Reno 12, Reno 12 Variants, and Color Options
Oppo Reno 12 5G Sunset Peach
Oppo Reno 12 5G Astro Silver
Oppo Reno 12 5G Space Brown
The Oppo Reno 12 5G will be offered in an 8GB+256GB configuration in India, available in Sunset Peach, Astro Silver, and Matte Brown color options.
Conversely, the Reno 12 Pro 5G will be available in two configurations: 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB. This model will come in Sunset Gold and Space Brown colors.
Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Sunset Gold
Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Space Brown
The Reno 12 features a dual-curved screen, while the Pro variant boasts a quad-curved display. Both models are equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging capabilities. The specifications for the Indian market are expected to align with those for other markets where the Reno 12 series is available, excluding China.
AI-Powered Features
The Reno 12 series comes packed with several AI-driven features. The AI Best Face function identifies human expressions and corrects closed eyes in photos. The AI Eraser 2.0 leverages generative AI to remove background distractions with high precision. AI Studio converts photos into digital avatars, while AI Clear Face improves facial details in group photos. For productivity, AI Summary and AI Record Summary provide brief content overviews and meeting summaries in both English and Hindi. AI Clear Voice minimizes background noise for clearer calls, and AI Writer aids in sentence completion and grammar corrections. Efficiency is further enhanced with AI LinkBoost and BeaconLink, optimizing network usage and ensuring clear Bluetooth calls during outages.
Tags: Generative AI Features, Launch in India, Oppo Reno 12 Series
June 28, 2024
OPPO Reno 12 Series Launch in India: AI Features, Flipkart Sale
The OPPO Reno 12 series has made its debut in China and international markets, but it has yet to be released in India. Recently, the brand confirmed that the Reno 12 5G and Reno 12 Pro 5G will soon be available in the country, alongside some key details about their AI features. A microsite for the upcoming models is now live on OPPO's official website and Flipkart, confirming that the Reno 12 series will be available through the e-commerce platform.
OPPO Reno 12 Series India Launch with AI Features
The OPPO Reno 12 series will sport a flat frame and a rectangular camera island on the back. Although the core specifications haven't been disclosed, they are expected to be similar to the global variants. The exact launch date for the Reno 12 series in India is still under wraps.
The series will incorporate a range of AI features and is being marketed as 'Your everyday AI companions.' For photography, it will include AI Eraser 2.0 to remove unwanted elements from photos and AI Best Face to ensure perfect poses in group shots. Additionally, an AI Studio feature based on GenAI will create stylized portraits from a single photo.
Productivity and Connectivity AI Features
The OPPO Reno 12 series will introduce several productivity-focused AI features. The AI Recording Summary, co-developed with Google and Microsoft, can summarize recordings up to five hours long. Another feature, AI Summary, will highlight key points from lengthy content. The AI Writer will assist users in crafting smart, coherent text.
In terms of voice calling and connectivity, the series will include AI-loaded features. The AI Clear Voice will minimize background noise by up to 40 dB. Notably, the smartphones will feature BeaconLink, an industry-first innovation that allows voice calls via Bluetooth when the cellular network is weak or unavailable.
Tags: Generative AI Features, India launch, Oppo Reno 12 Series
June 20, 2024
Motorola Razr+ 2024 Leaked Video Reveals New Foldable Phone
A recent promotional video showcasing the upcoming Motorola Razr+ 2024 has emerged online. Leaked by the renowned tipster Arsene Lupin, the video highlights the design, features, and color options of Motorola’s latest foldable phone.
The phone appears similar to its predecessors but features a larger cover display
It’s noteworthy that the Motorola Razr+ 2024 name is specific to the US market, while globally, it will be marketed as the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra. The 30-second video presents the Razr+ 2024 from multiple perspectives, emphasizing its design elements and color choices. Although it shares similarities with previous models, it comes with a larger cover display and slimmer bezels.
Design and Color Variants
The video unveils a green color variant, with the other two appearing to be red and purple. These colors might vary slightly when the phone is released in the US.
The video briefly touches upon "moto ai," indicating the inclusion of artificial intelligence features, which is becoming a common trend in the smartphone industry. Additionally, the video confirms the presence of a telephoto camera and water resistance features. It also provides a sneak peek at the phone’s user interface.
Launch Date
The Motorola Razr+ 2024, or Razr 50 Ultra depending on the market, is expected to be officially launched on June 25th in China and other regions worldwide.
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Tags: Foldable Phones Market, Generative AI Features, Motorola Razr+ 2024
June 9, 2024
Poco F6: AI-Powered Enhancements for Gaming and Photography
These days, smartphone brands are keen on showcasing their devices' AI-driven functionalities. Realme recently announced that the Realme GT 6, set to launch on June 20, will include AI features like AI Smart Loop, AI Smart Removal, and AI Night Vision. Launched last month, the Poco F6—sporting the same Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip as the GT 6—boasts a suite of AI-driven features. Here's an overview of the AI enhancements on the F6 that elevate both gaming and photography experiences.
Poco F6 and its AI-driven features
Poco F6
The Poco F6 is the first in the Poco lineup to offer AI Gesture Control, providing a hands-free entertainment experience. This feature allows users to navigate apps like Netflix using air gestures, eliminating the need to touch the screen. Future OTA updates are expected to further enhance this functionality.
Poco F6’s Wildboost 3.0 mode uses AI to optimize gaming sessions by reducing lag and improving graphics. The device’s AI network and connectivity enhancements ensure optimal network performance by minimizing latency, accelerating downloads, and enabling quick recovery from network disruptions. These improvements are essential for a smooth online experience, particularly during gaming.
For photography enthusiasts, the AI Image Expansion feature automatically extends the background of images, enhancing composition and framing without the need for extensive manual editing. The AI Eraser Pro feature further refines photo editing by detecting and removing unwanted elements from images, filling in gaps with matching background details. The AI Bokeh feature lends a professional touch to portrait photography by creating a pleasing background blur that emphasizes the subject. This effect can also be applied to existing images in the gallery.
The Poco F6 is also equipped with the AI Noise Cancellation feature, which filters out ambient noise to ensure clear voice calls, recordings, and media playback. This feature is particularly useful in noisy environments, making conversations and media consumption more enjoyable. Readers can visit this post to learn more about the specifications, features, variants, and price of the F6.
Tags: Generative AI Features, Poco F6 Series
June 9, 2024
Oppo Reno 12 Series Unveiled for Global Market, Launch Soon
Last month, Oppo introduced the Reno 12 and 12 Pro, featuring the Dimensity 8250 and Dimensity 9200+ chipsets, respectively. The brand has now confirmed that it will launch the Reno 12 series globally later this month. Recently, the first teasers for the global market were released, revealing the design of the new Reno phones.
Oppo Reno 12 Series Teased
Oppo Europe and Global’s X handles have started teasing the Reno 12 series. The official community platform is also running a contest to select a product ambassador for the lineup, accepting applications until June 30. This hints that the global launch might take place on or after this date. However, since there is no official confirmation of the launch date, it’s best to await the formal announcement.
To recap, the Reno 11 and 11 Pro were unveiled earlier this year. Both models featured a front curved-edge display and a vertical pill-shaped camera module on the back panel, housing three cameras and an LED flash. While the front design of the Reno 12 series is still under wraps, the rear camera module appears to be less prominent compared to previous generations. It somewhat resembles the camera module of the Reno 6 series, which was launched in July 2021.
OPPO Reno 12 Pro Design
The images above showcase the Reno 12 Pro, which includes a rectangular camera module with three cameras and an LED flash. The official images also reveal that the Reno 12 Pro will feature dual speakers and an IR blaster. It seems the brand will introduce some AI-enhanced features like AI Portrait and AI LinkBoost in the Reno 12 series.
Awaiting Specifications
So far, Oppo has not disclosed the key specifications of the Reno 12 and 12 Pro. However, reports suggest that both models might be powered by the newly announced Dimensity 7300 chipset. More details about the Reno 12 duo are expected to be unveiled by the company later this week.
Tags: Generative AI Features, global launch, Oppo Reno 12 Series
June 9, 2024
Meizu 21 Flyme 10.5.5.1A Update: Text-to-Image, Remove Distractions
Meizu 21 has been updated with the Flyme 10.5.5.1A stable version, incorporating several new generative AI features, such as text generation and object removal. Let's explore these enhancements in detail.
Aicy Voice
This new feature facilitates image creation from text descriptions. By simply describing your vision in words, the phone generates corresponding images. This provides a quick and efficient way to transform your ideas into visual reality.
Object Removal
Another significant addition is the ability to remove unwanted objects from photos. By circling the undesired item, the AI recognizes and removes it, then reconstructs the background to match the surrounding area. To access this feature, navigate to Image Editing > AI Tools > Remove within the gallery app.
Bug Fixes
The update also includes several bug fixes to improve overall functionality and user experience.
Tags: Flyme, Generative AI Features, Meizu 21 smartphone