Some details of the LG C5 and G5 OLED TVs have appeared in certification databases Photos of the G5 suggest the return of MLA OLED panels The G5 appears to have an even higher refresh rate than the G4 LG’s C5 and G5 OLED TVs are likely to be among the very best TVs of 2025, and while they haven’t been announced just yet some details of both models have leaked. We’ll need to wait for CES for the official launch, but the leaked data provides some interesting details. As FlatpanelsHD reports, both the C5 and G5 have been certified for sale in South Korea. That certification means the model numbers are now listed in the Institute of Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Testing’s database alongside some photos, and the photos suggest that we’ll still have the distinction of the brighter MLA OLED panel in the G5, and the regular OLED panel in the C5. That’s not a definite; it’s based on the dramatically different reflectivity of the two models in the photos. MLA OLEDs use a polarizer with different anti-reflective properties than regular OLED panels do, so the presence of MLA is an educated guess from the pictures. Most LG G4 models use MLA. Some LG G5 specs have also leaked A few details of the LG G5 have also appeared in a different database. VESA’s ClearMR certification database details TVs that have been certified for motion clarity, and the 65-inch version of the G5 is in there. According to the VESA database the OLED65G5 has a refresh rate of 165Hz at 4K. That’s an improvement on the 144Hz of the 2024 model and a big jump from the 120Hz of earlier models. As FlatpanelsHD says, that could be a typo – but the G5 also has a higher ClearMR score, up from 9,000 this year to 10,000 next. We don’t have any details regarding the C5 refresh rate so far, however, as that’s not currently listed in the same system. But if the 165Hz is indeed accurate than that’s good news for gamers – or at least for PC gamers. The current crop of consoles can’t output graphics that fast, peaking at 120Hz. As ever we’d expect the LG G5 and C5 to make their official debut at the CES 2025 show in January – and as is often the case, we’d expect many more details to leak long before LG officially unveils them. Sign up to be the first to know about unmissable Black Friday deals on top tech, plus get all your favorite TechRadar content. You might also like
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Study Finds Venus Likely Never Had Oceans, Challenging Past Theories
A recent study published in Nature Astronomy has concluded that Venus likely never had oceans or conditions conducive to life. The research, led by Tereza Constantinou, a doctoral researcher at the University of Cambridge’s Institute of Astronomy, analysed the planet’s atmospheric composition to infer its interior water content. The findings suggest that Venus’s interior is substantially dry, supporting the idea that the planet remained parched throughout its history. These conclusions challenge earlier theories suggesting Venus may have once held liquid water.
Key Indicators of a Dry Interior
As per reports, Venus’s atmospheric chemistry was a focal point of the study. Volcanism on Earth releases gases that are more than 60 percent water vapour, reflecting a water-rich mantle. In contrast, volcanic eruptions on Venus emit gases with no more than 6 percent water vapour. This stark difference indicates a dry interior, suggesting that Venus’s surface conditions were never capable of sustaining liquid water.
In a statement to Reuters, Constantinou explained that the atmospheric chemistry suggests that volcanic eruptions on Venus release very little water, implying that the planet’s interior—the source of volcanism—is equally dry.
Diverging Evolution of Sister Planets
Venus and Earth share many physical similarities, including size and composition. However, their evolutionary trajectories have diverged significantly. As per sources, Venus experiences extreme surface temperatures of approximately 465 degrees Celsius, atmospheric pressure 90 times greater than Earth’s, and sulphuric acid clouds in its toxic atmosphere. Constantinou highlighted these contrasts, stating that such conditions underscore the challenges in studying Venus’s history of habitability.
Future Exploration Plans
Upcoming missions aim to enhance understanding of Venus. NASA’s DAVINCI mission, scheduled for the 2030s, will deploy a descent probe to analyse the planet’s atmosphere and surface, as per reports. The European Space Agency’s EnVision mission will use radar mapping to explore Venus’s surface and atmospheric composition.
These findings provide insight into Venus’s inhospitable history, distinguishing it sharply from Mars, which has evidence of ancient oceans and potential subsurface water reservoirs, according to recent studies.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Successfully Deploys 24 Starlink Satellites
A Falcon 9 rocket by SpaceX accomplished its 24th mission on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, according to reports. The rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at 5:13 a.m. EST, carrying 24 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit (LEO). This achievement surpassed the previous 23 flights held by three Falcon 9 boosters. The milestone highlights the reliability and reusability of SpaceX’s Falcon rocket programme, as per sources.
Historic Reuse Milestone Reached
As per a report by Space.com, the Falcon 9’s first stage completed its 24th successful landing approximately eight minutes after liftoff. It touched down on the drone ship “A Shortfall of Gravitas,” stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. The upper stage, meanwhile, deployed the Starlink satellites as planned, approximately 65 minutes post-liftoff. The Starlink constellation, noted as the largest satellite system globally, currently comprises over 6,750 operational satellites, a number that continues to expand steadily, according to SpaceX’s updates.
Significant Achievements for the Falcon Programme
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 has achieved over 400 launches and 378 booster landings, as per the company. This mission further underscores the progress of the Falcon family, which includes the workhorse Falcon 9 and the heavier Falcon Heavy variant. These advancements are significant in making space access more economical and sustainable. The booster used in this mission, now on its 24th flight, highlights the durability of SpaceX’s engineering, as per reports. This achievement is a benchmark in the space industry’s move toward frequent and reliable orbital missions.
Nothing Rolls Out Community Widgets App, Brings Nokia’s Classic Snake Game to Its Smartphones
Nothing has introduced a new app called Nothing Community Widgets. As the name suggests, it features widgets such as games and tools for Nothing smartphones co-developed by its passionate user base. One of the first arrivals on the app is a snake game which pays homage to the classic snake experience on Nokia phones. It is exclusively available for Nothing smartphones such as the Nothing Phone 2a Plus and the Nothing Phone 2.
As per the British smartphone manufacturer, the idea for the Snake widget was proposed by Nothing community member Rahul Janardhanan in January. Instead of developing it in-house, the brand reached out to community developer Thomas Legendre who previously worked on Ear (web) and the Simone Glyph Game.
The Snake game can be placed on the home screen like any other widget. Similar to the retro Nokia game, the goal is to eat the red dots to make the snake grow longer in size while avoiding collision with itself. Each dot adds a point and its speed increases. The game ends if the snake collides with its body. However, the controls are vastly different. Instead of using the directional keypad buttons like it was required on Nokia phones, users can control the snake with swipe gestures.
Nothing says it aims to bring quality widgets created by the community and bundle them with its Community Widgets app which is hosted on the Google Play Store. Nothing community members can share concepts with the company and its software team will determine if it can be turned into a widget.
This move is part of the company’s ambitions to work with its community. Notably, the brand recently unveiled the Nothing Phone 2a Plus Community Edition, bringing a culmination of the Community Edition Project which began in March this year. It has been co-developed with the Nothing community at all stages — from hardware design, and wallpaper design to packaging design, and marketing campaign. The smartphone features a glow-in-the-dark design with a green phosphorescent material coating at the back.
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Formovie Cinema Edge review: a compact 4K projector that gives you big pictures on a budget
Formovie Cinema Edge: one-minute review The Formovie Cinema Edge is a follow-up on the well-regarded Formovie Theater, a projector that gained fame upon release for its Dolby Vision high dynamic range support – a rare feature among the best 4K projectors. Rather than being a shiny, new upgrade, the Cinema Edge is a pared-down model with a lower price. While it launched at around $2,199 (about £1,420 / AU$2,775), it has since settled at $1,799, making it a true budget ultra short throw (UST) projector offering. The Formovie Cinema Edge’s ALPD ((Advanced Laser Phosphor Display) laser light engine delivers a reasonably bright and sharp 4K image that looks great in the dark, and decent in well-lit environments. It has Google TV for streaming and a pair of 15-watt speakers, giving you a complete package, though both elements could perform better. While it’s relatively cheap compared to other examples of the best ultra short throw projectors, the Formovie Cinema Edge has serious competition. I recently reviewed the Hisense PX3-Pro ($3,500), and the difference in image quality between the two is stark, with the dazzling brightness, color, and contrast of the PX3-Pro’s picture beating the Formovie Cinema Edge hands-down. The PX3-Pro is considerably more expensive, but even the older but still available Hisense PX2-Pro (around $2,000) has a better-looking picture. Formovie Cinema Edge review: price and release date Release date: September 2024 MSRP: $2,499 The Formovie Cinema Edge’s pricing is a bit all over the place. It launched at a $2,199 (about £1,650 / AU$3,250) pre-order price, though Formovie lists the retail price at $2499. Meanwhile, both Amazon and ProjectorScreen.com in the US now have the price listed at $1,799 – a steep decrease. The Cinema Edge’s laser light engine viewed from top (Image credit: Future) Formovie Cinema Edge review: Specs Swipe to scroll horizontally Screen sizes supported: 80-150 inches Brightness (specified): 1,900 ISO lumens HDR support: HDR10, HLG Optical technology: ALPD laser, DLP Smart TV: Google TV Connections: 3x HDMI 2.1 (1x eARC), 2x USB, Ethernet, optical digital audio, 3.5mm out Dimensions: 17.9 x 3.6 x 12.1 inches (H x W x D) Weight: 15.4 pounds Connections include 3 HDMI 2.1 ports (1 with eARC) (Image credit: Future) Formovie Cinema Edge review: design and features All-in-one design for a simple theater setup Front adjustable feet limit angle corrections Google TV cumbersome to navigate The Formovie Cinema Edge is a compact UST projector standing just over 3.5 inches tall. Width is 17.95 inches and it’s a little over a foot deep. With a 0.22:1 throw ratio, it can sit extra close to the wall, with only a 33 cm distance needed to project a 120-inch picture. The Formovie Cinema Edge sits on three feet with only the front two offering height adjustments. This means unless you’ve got a stand and wall that sit perfectly perpendicular (or at just over a 90-degree angle) to each other, you’ll need an adjustable console underneath the projector. The projector does support digital keystone adjustments, but these should be used only after making physical adjustments, as digital keystone processing increases latency and reduces picture resolution. The Cinema Edge packs in the Google TV smart TV interface and 30-watt speakers, letting you quickly get up and running with all your cinema needs. That said, all-in-one packages can struggle to do everything well. The processor running Google TV on the Formovie Cinema Edge is fairly weak. It stumbles when opening settings while content is playing, and that can be trouble if you’re trying to tweak picture settings while evaluating the impact of your adjustments on the picture. Navigating the operating system can prove a little tedious as well. Sluggishness is a common ailment for projectors running Android or Google TV, and the Cinema Edge falls prey to it. It’s small fries, but if you’re hoping to take the Formovie Cinema Edge out of the box, set it down, and experience its magic right away, you’ll need to temper your expectations. The configuration, regardless of whether you’re going for the full Google TV streaming experience or just basic HDMI input setup, takes a long time. Around the back, you’ll find enough HDMI 2.1 ports for a solid home theater setup, including support for eARC on one of them. Optical digital audio output is also available. A pair of USB ports are located on the back, providing power for a streaming stick or external storage for local media playback. Like many laser projectors, the Formovie Cinema Edge has a feature that detects when someone gets too close to the laser output and automatically dims the display. It promptly activates, though oddly doesn’t go as black as on some others. Design and features score: 4/5 The Cinema Edge’s picture quality shines in a dark viewing environment (Image credit: Future) Formovie Cinema Edge review: picture quality 1900 ISO lumens plenty for dim and dark environments Not as color-rich as RGB laser competitors Motion smoothing by default, but picture controls to compensate The Formovie Cinema Edge readily projects a 100-inch picture with crisp 4K detail. It looks best in a very dim or dark room, though it’s also bright enough to watch some content during the daytime. RuPauls’ Drag Race, for instance, is typically bright, and it’s easy to watch even in a well-lit room, though sunlight can still be a bit much. Contrast is also fairly strong. Alien was a joy to watch, with the intricate, H.R. Giger-designed mechanical details of the ship shining brightly while the nooks and crannies sank effectively into darkness. Alas, the Formovie Cinema Edge is a simple ALPD projector that doesn’t deliver the same color richness of the Formovie Theater or Hisense’s PX3-Pro, both of which are specced to achieve around 100% of BT.2020 color gamut coverage. Watching Avatar 2, it was painfully apparent how much more drab the visuals were by comparison, with the many blue hues looking dull and the flora and fauna throughout failing to exude their characteristic vibrance. This isn’t to say the Formovie Cinema Edge looks bad, but there are better options on the market for picture quality. I also noticed plenty of blown-out highlights in the earlier scenes after the Sully family joins the water tribe in Avatar 2. The Formovie Theater had some tone mapping issues in our hands-on testing, and it appears that’s the case again here. HDR is also limited to HDR10 and HLG on the Cinema Edge – there’s no Dolby Vision or HDR10+. The Formovie Cinema Edge has a fairly aggressive motion smoothing feature (called MJC) enabled in most of its picture settings by default. It’s not the worst-looking implementation of motion smoothing I’ve seen, but it looks better set to Low or disabled outright. Either way, the projector can struggle a bit with motion. Fight sequences looked choppy at times with or without MJC enabled. At Low, it subtly smooths out camera motion, though action can still look a little overdone. For what it’s worth, the Formovie Cinema Edge includes a veritable trove of picture settings to adjust. It does little to explain what any of them are, though, so it may be difficult to dial in things to your liking. Thankfully, the picture generally looks good without getting into the weeds. The sound put out by the Formovie Cinema Edge’s modest built-in speakers isn’t explosive, but they deliver a half-decent volume level for a small living room. The soundstage isn’t very wide, and there’s no deep bass, but it’s fine for casual viewing. For a more serious movie-viewing setup, external speakers will be an obvious upgrade. Picture quality score: 3.5/5 The Cinema Edge comes with a basic remote control to operate its Google TV interface (Image credit: Future) Formovie Cinema Edge review: value Good value at the current reduced price Older UST projectors pose a competitive threat The Formovie Cinema Edge has a suggested retail price of $2,499, but that has since been reduced to $1,799. This discounted price is essential to the value of the projector, as it goes up against the Hisense PX2-Pro, which is now cheaper thanks to the launch of the PX3-Pro. It also faces off against Formovie’s higher-end projector, the Formovie Theater, which has also fallen in price since its launch, now seeing discounts as low as $2,299. Value score: 3/5 (Image credit: Future) Swipe to scroll horizontally Formovie Cinema Edge Attributes Notes Rating Design and features The Formovie Cinema Edge has a compact design and provides all you need for a home theater in one package. It could benefit from better adjustable feet and use a faster processor, but it gets the job done. 4/5 Picture quality performance You get a big, sharp image that’s great in the dark and decent in the light with the right content. But limited HDR support, a more limited color gamut than some competitors, and pushy motion smoothing hold back the experience, as do the underwhelming speakers. 3.5/5 Value The $1799 price tag isn’t as good as it could be when competitors like the Hisense PX2-Pro have fallen in price to more closely match it. 3/5 Should I buy the Formovie Cinema Edge? (Image credit: Future) Buy it if… Don’t buy it if… Also consider… Swipe to scroll horizontally Comparison: 4K UST projectors Header Cell – Column 0 Formovie Cinema Edge Hisense PX2-Pro Epson LS650 Hisense PX3-Pro Price: $1,799 $1,997 $1,799 $3,149 Screen sizes supported: 80-150 inches 90 to 130 inches 60-120 inches 80-150 inches Brightness (specified): 1,800 ISO lumens 2,400 lumens 3,600 lumens 3,000 lumens HDR support HDR10, HLG Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG HDR10, HLG Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG Optical technology: 1 Laser DLP 3 laser DLP Laser 3LCD 3 laser DLP Smart TV: Google TV Google TV / VIDAA Android TV Google TV Connections: 3x HDMI 2.1 (1 with eARC), 1x optical, 1x 3.5mm 2x HDMI 2.0 (1 with ARC), HDMI 2.0 2x HDMI 2.0 (1 with eARC), Ethernet, USB type-B (service port), 3x USB type-A, optical digital audio out 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x HDMI 2.0 with eARC, optical digital audio out, 3.5mm audio out, 2x USB-A, Ethernet (Image credit: Future) How I tested the Formovie Cinema Edge Tested at home in multiple, real-world viewing conditions Presented the display with a variety of media and formats I have tested numerous projectors and displays over the last half-decade I tested the Formovie Cinema Edge at home, in real-world conditions. This saw it faced with ambient light coming in from numerous windows, in-room lighting, as well as ambient noise that both the projector and speaker systems had to overcome. The projector was tested both against a bare, white wall and an Akia Screens CineWhite screen. It was presented with both SDR and 4K HDR streamed content. My testing evaluates the projector’s performance with respect to its price and competition from other models that I and my colleagues at TechRadar have tested. I have been testing projectors since 2021 and displays for even longer. First reviewed: December, 2024
Oppo’s 2024 Run Includes Return to the Premium Segment With Find X8, AI, and More
For Oppo, 2024 has been a dream run, with the brand registering the highest growth amongst the top five brands in Q3 2024. As per IDC, Oppo led with launches like A3x, K12x and Reno 12 series in the quarter. After securing the second spot in the top smartphone manufacturers list and beating the likes of Realme, Xiaomi, and Motorola, Oppo has made a comeback to the premium segment. The all-new Find X8 series – Find X8 and Find X8 Pro – attempts to be the feather in the hat for Oppo. Gadgets 360 got to talk to Savio D’Souza, Head of Product Communications, Oppo India, to discuss the new launch and much more.
Smartphone premiumisation in India
We wanted to jump straight to the new Find X8 series, which is a return for Oppo in the premium smartphone segment in India. D’Souza explained how the premiumisation trend has entered the smartphone space with increasing ASP (average selling price).
“Indian consumers increasingly seek top-tier smartphones for communication, productivity, entertainment, and payments. A recent IDC report highlights that the premium segment registered the highest growth of 86% in the July-Sept 2024 quarter. The Find X8 Series addresses this demand with cutting-edge features like AI Summary, AI Reflection Remover, AI LinkBoost, a flagship quad-camera system, and a sleek, lightweight design. The timing couldn’t be better for the Find X series to return, as premium innovation is now the need of the hour,” he said.
With new launches in the premium segment, the market is becoming aggressive. How does Oppo’s new Find X8 series fit into the entire premium price range, where iPhones and Samsungs dominate the segment? “With the Find X8 series, we are redefining what smartphones can achieve. The smartphone combines the best from industry leaders—MediaTek, Google, Hasselblad, and Dolby Vision. The Dimensity 9400 chipset powers exceptional performance, while Google Gemini enhances AI personalisation. Hasselblad Imaging provides pro-level photography, and Dolby Vision delivers stunning display quality. Oppo’s proprietary HyperTone Image Engine further optimises photo quality,” D’Souza said.
“With Oppo’s engineering prowess, we have packed all these powerful aspects into a lightweight and sleek device. Together, these technologies create a smartphone that seamlessly blends innovation, performance, and user-centric features, making the Find X8 Series a standout flagship,” he added.
AI to enhance user experience?
When asked about Oppo’s AI ambitions, D’Souza said that the company has a strategy set for consumer needs. “This year, we have integrated generative AI across our lineup—features typically reserved for flagship devices. By the end of 2024, we aim to deliver 50 million AI-powered smartphones globally,” he said.
Find X8 and Find X8 Pro come with the same camera hardware
On being asked about whether AI alone will be the enabler for consumers to make the switch. D’Souza said, “I believe it’s the coming together of hardware, software, and AI that delivers a superior smartphone experience. A good device needs a powerful processor to function efficiently, and AI compliments and, at times, supplements their efforts to elevate the performance.”
Giving the Find X8 series example, D’Souza further explained, “The Find X8 Series is engineered by Oppo for high performance, and it integrates exceptional AI-based functionalities across its camera, productivity, and connectivity systems, all optimised by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset.” But he stressed that Oppo has ensured that they are offering the best camera experience, too.
“The Find X8 Series features a path-breaking quad-camera system with dual telephoto cameras and the AI Telescope Zoom further adds to the camera capabilities. It uses powerful AI algorithms with generative AI models to help users zoom into subjects while preserving clarity and accuracy, even at extreme zoom levels such as up to 120x,” he added.
After-sales support
The after-sales is the backbone of the smartphone business in India. When asked about the updates on service centres from Oppo and if there is any new offering to be announced for Find X8 series support, D’Souza said, “We are a customer-first brand and believe that a strong after-sales support network is central to delivering a premium user experience. We have revamped our after-sales service model with new-generation service centres. Additionally, the digitally led Oppo Self-Help Assistant, aligned with the Indian Government’s ‘Right to Repair’ framework, enables customers to resolve their smartphone issues without visiting a service centre. A strong validation of our efforts is reflected in the recent Counterpoint Research survey, where Oppo India earned the Number 1 position in customer satisfaction for after-sales.”
For the Find X8 series, Oppo announced a host of benefits, like an additional warranty of 365 days on pre-booking till December 2, 2024. The company also introduced ‘Refresh Service’, where customers can replace screen guards and protective cases twice within the warranty tenure and even get them delivered to their homes.
Oppo is also among a handful of brands that offer an International Warranty Service, which means customers can also get maintenance, repairs, and software upgrades in countries where the device is officially available.
2025 – What’s in store?
When asked about Oppo’s 2025 plans, and we are in the last month, D’Souza promised some exciting products in the lineup without sharing many details.
“2024 has been a landmark year for Oppo in terms of AI-driven product innovation with the Reno 12 Series, F Series, and now the Find X8 Series. We will continue to introduce new products and technologies to enable ‘AI for All’. There is a strong focus on bringing Gen AI features across photography, productivity, and performance parameters, and over 5800 AI-related patents have already been filed by Oppo for image processing, computer vision, speech technology, natural language processing, machine learning, etc. There are exciting launches planned in 2025, and you will hear from us at the right time,” he added.
Oppo Find X8 and X8 Pro are now available in India via online and offline channels.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Launches Automated Reasoning Checks in Preview to Combat AI Hallucinations
Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched a new service at its ongoing re:Invent conference that will help enterprises reduce instances of artificial intelligence (AI) hallucination. Launched on Monday, the Automated Reasoning checks tool is available in preview and can be found within the Amazon Bedrock Guardrails. The company claimed that the tool mathematically validates the accuracy of responses generated by large language models (LLMs) and prevents factual errors from hallucinations. It is similar to the Grounding with Google Search feature which is available on both the Gemini API as well as the Google AI Studio.
AWS Automated Reasoning Checks
AI models can often generate responses that are incorrect, misleading, or fictional. This is known as AI hallucination, and the issue impacts the credibility of AI models, especially when used in an enterprise space. While companies can somewhat mitigate the issue by training the AI system on high-quality organisational data, the pre-training data and architectural flaws can still make the AI hallucinate.
AWS detailed its solution to AI hallucination in a blog post. The Automated Reasoning checks tool has been introduced as a new safeguard and is added in preview within Amazon Bedrock Guardrails. Amazon explained that it uses “mathematical, logic-based algorithmic verification and reasoning processes” to verify the information generated by LLMs.
The process is pretty straightforward. Users will have to upload relevant documents that describe the rules of the organisation to the Amazon Bedrock console. Bedrock will automatically analyse these documents and create an initial Automated Reasoning policy, which will convert the natural language text into a mathematical format.
Once done, users can move to the Automated Reasoning menu under the Safeguards section. There, a new policy can be created and users can add existing documents that contain the information that the AI should learn. Users can also manually set processing parameters and the policy’s intent. Additionally, sample questions and answers can also be added to help the AI understand a typical interaction.
Once all of this is done, the AI will be ready to be deployed, and the Automated Reasoning checks tool will automatically verify in case the chatbot provides any incorrect responses. Currently, the tool is available in preview in only the US West (Oregon) AWS region. The company plans to roll it out to other regions soon.
Realme Neo 7 With 6.78-Inch Display, 50-Megapixel Camera Spotted on MIIT; Teased to Get Dimensity 9300+ SoC
Realme Neo 7 will launch on December 11 and Realme is actively teasing the smartphone through its social media handles in China. The brand confirmed that it will run on MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset. Additionally, the handset has been spotted on China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) website. The listing shows key specifications of the phone including a 6.78-inch display, up to 16GB onboard memory, a maximum of 1TB onboard storage, and dual rear cameras.
Latest teasers posted by Realme on Weibo reveal that Realme Neo 7 will have a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset under the hood.
Realme Neo 7 Specifications (Expected)
Additionally, a Realme smartphone with model number RMX5060 has surfaced on the MIIT database suggesting its key specifications. This model number is said to belong to the Realme Neo 7. As per the listing, the upcoming phone will be launched in 6GB,8GB,12GB,16GB RAM options and 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options. It is shown with a dual rear camera setup, comprising a 50-megapixel main camera and an 8-megapixel secondary sensor.
The listing suggests that the Realme Neo 7 will have a 16-megapixel front camera. It is shown with a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with 1,264X2,780 pixel resolution. It could pack a distance sensor, gravity sensor, and light sensor. For authentication, it may include an in-display fingerprint sensor and face unlock feature.
Realme’s Neo 7 is shown to measure 162.55×76.39×8.56mm in size and weigh 213.4 grams. The listing suggests a 6,850mAh battery on the phone, however Realme has already confirmed that the phone will pack a 7,000mAh battery.
The new Realme Neo 7 will launch in China on December 11 at 4:00pm local time (2:30am IST). It is currently up for pre-booking in the country via Realme’s official website and e-commerce sites. The handset will carry a price tag of CNY 2,499 (roughly Rs. 29,100).
Intel Arc B-Series GPUs With Ray-Tracing and AI Engine Launched: Specifications
Intel Arc B-series graphics processing units (GPUs) was launched by the company on Tuesday. Codenamed Battlemage, the new GPUs target price points which are accessible to creators and gamers, enabling them to play popular titles in up to 1440p resolution at over 60 frames per second (fps), according to the US chipmaker. The B-series comprises two GPU models called Intel Arc B580 and Arc B570, with both of them supporting features such as XeSS 2 upscaling technology, frame generation, and hardware-accelerated ray tracing.
Intel Arc B-Series GPUs Price, Availability
Intel Arc B580 graphics card will be available from add-in board partners such as Acer, ASRock, GUNNIR, ONIX Technology, MAXSUN, and Sparkle starting December 13 from $249 (roughly Rs. 21,000).
Meanwhile, the Intel Arc B570 GPU can be purchased from January 16 starting at $219 (roughly Rs. 19,000).
Intel Arc B-Series GPUs Specifications
Intel says its new Arc B-series GPUs deliver up to 70 percent better performance per Xe-core and up to 50 percent improved performance per watt compared to the previous generation. Both GPUs are built on Intel’s latest Xe2 architecture using TSMC’s N5 fabrication process. They support artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, leveraging the Intel Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX) engines.
The company says XeSS 2 incorporates three key technologies: XeSS Super Resolution, XeSS Frame Generation, and Xe Low Latency. XeSS Super Resolution provides AI-powered upscaling with support for over 150 games. Meanwhile, the XeSS Frame Generation leverages AI to add interpolated frames with the help of optical flow and motion vector reprojection. On the other hand, the Xe Low Latency is integrated with the game engine to deliver faster input responses.
Intel’s Arc B580 GPU is equipped with 20 second-generation Xe cores and 20 ray tracing units. According to the company, it has a peak clock speed of 2,670MHz and is equipped with 12GB of GDDR6 VRAM with a memory bandwidth of 456GB/s. It has a total board power (TBP) of 190W and a peak computational power of 233 trillion operations per second (TOPS).
Meanwhile, the Intel Arc B570 gets 18 Xe cores and 18 ray tracing units. It comes with 10GB of DDR6 memory, a memory bandwidth of 380GB/s, and a peak clock speed of 2,500MHz. Its peak computational power is rated at 203 TOPS with a 150W TBP.
Paired with the Intel Graphics Software, the B-series GPUs provide access to a range of display settings such as colour and scaling modes, and variable refresh rate (VRR) support.
Indian Ocean Study Reveals Bay of Bengal Defies Ekman’s Wind-Driven Current Theory
A study published in Science Advances has identified a significant anomaly to Vagn Walfrid Ekman’s widely-accepted theory on wind-driven ocean currents. Conducted by a team of researchers from NOAA, the Indian National Center for Ocean Information Services and the University of Zagreb, the study focused on the Bay of Bengal in the Indian Ocean. Data spanning several years from a buoy stationed off India’s eastern coast was examined, revealing that ocean currents in this region deflect leftward, contradicting the theory’s predictions for the Northern Hemisphere.
Ekman’s Theory and Its Longstanding Influence
The Ekman theory, developed in 1905 by Swedish oceanographer Vagn Walfrid Ekman, asserts that surface ocean currents are deflected 45 degrees to the right of wind direction in the Northern Hemisphere due to the Coriolis force. Successive layers beneath the surface exhibit similar patterns, forming the Ekman spiral. This mechanism, though robust, assumes idealised conditions, including uniform ocean depth and density. Variations such as those observed in the Bay of Bengal highlight its limitations.
Findings from the Bay of Bengal
As per the study, according to data collected over several years, currents in the Bay of Bengal were found to veer leftward despite prevailing winds, defying Ekman’s predictions. This anomaly underscores the need to reassess assumptions about global oceanic patterns. The researchers suggested that local factors, including unique regional wind patterns and oceanic dynamics, could play a significant role.
Implications for Climate Models
It was noted in a statement by the researchers that the findings could influence future climate modelling efforts. If exceptions to Ekman’s theory exist in the Bay of Bengal, others might also occur globally, underscoring the need for more detailed oceanographic studies. Discussions have also highlighted the potential deployment of a NASA satellite system to monitor wind and surface currents comprehensively.
This study has brought attention to gaps in understanding wind-driven currents, stressing the importance of revisiting established models as global warming continues to impact ocean behaviour.
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