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The recent weeks have seen numerous chipsets introduced, including budget flagship and mid-tier entries from Qualcomm. However, attention is now shifting to the chipmaker's next flagship mobile SoC, the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite. The company has announced that it has set the Snapdragon Summit at an earlier window, potentially accelerating the release of the 2nd generation Snapdragon 8 Elite.
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Xiaomi already tried its hand at developing its very own smartphone chips in 2017 with the Surge S1 and S2. However, these quickly disappeared from the scene. A new attempt seems to be underway to take on Qualcomm's premium chipsets based on whispers in the industry.
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While Google Wallet has considerably expanded its availability in recent years, Google also continues to introduce more meaningful features along the way. The latest update is now bolstering the security features within the digital wallet by applying a new verification requirement to the app's services in the dashboard.
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Opening Apple's ecosystem has been one of the biggest challenges regulators have tried to address. This began to shift with the passage of laws such as the EU's Digital Markets Act. Beyond the App Store policy changes adopted in Europe, Apple might also give way to Siri, letting users in the region replace the default digital assistant with a third-party option.
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More performance for the mid-range class? The latest generation of Snagdragon 7 SoCs was designed to make gaming more fun, even in cheaper smartphones, while providing the necessary requirements for AI applications to boot.
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Persona 5 and its predecessors were undoubtedly hits, amassing a dedicated following. While a sequel, Persona 5 Strikers, followed, news on the highly anticipated Persona 6 has remained scarce. Instead, a spin-off set within the same universe, Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X), is now slated to launch globally on PC and mobile next month.
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Sonos has introduced an AI-supported voice enhancement feature with a new update for the Arc Ultra soundbar. The audio specialist is thus taking a significant step towards intelligent audio processing. But what does the technology do? We have tested the innovation and explained what AI can do and why it is exciting for audiophiles.
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Apple has finally debuted CarPlay Ultra, its next-generation car infotainment system. This follows a long wait since it was previewed in 2022. However, the rollout will be gradual, beginning with select Aston Martin vehicles receiving it first, with more brands to follow.
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Runners and athletes planning to upgrade their smartwatch this spring or the upcoming summer now have something to look forward to from Garmin. The company has announced the new flagship Forerunner 970 and mid-range Forerunner 570 watches. This wearable duo brings Bluetooth calling, an updated UI adopting the Fenix line's design language, and new runner- and athlete-focused tracking features.
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The Nothing Phone (3) will cost 800 pounds sterling, or about $1000. This was declared by Nothing founder and CEO Carl Pei at the Android Show organized by Google on May 14, a choice that comes as little surprise but is nevertheless at odds with Nothing's philosophy. Until now, the London-based brand had been releasing products that were more affordable than the competition, with a focus on simplicity.
