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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, Tab A7 Lite Launched In India. Check the Details.

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Samsung has announced two new tablets that will be available in India soon. The Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. The tablets incorporate features from the flagship Galaxy Tab S7 into the two new low-cost tablets. Samsung began implementing this last year with the release of the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE smartphone, which brought popular features from the flagship S20 series to a more affordable device.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is one that Galaxy fans will not want to miss, with stunning features that meet consumers’ daily needs. The Galaxy Tab S7 FE is all about providing customers with the features they want at a reasonable price. The Galaxy Tab S7 FE has a large 12.4-inch display, which reflects customers’ most desired features. It is ideal for taking entertainment, productivity, and creativity to the next level.

When it’s time to get back to work, you can rely on your Galaxy Tab S7 FE to keep you productive. An S Pen is included in the box, allowing you to make the most of the large display and power through tasks with greater efficiency. You can easily convert your on-screen handwritten notes to text using Samsung Notes. Keep your notes organized with automatic tags, using Intelligent Search to find the exact note you need — typed or handwritten — in an instant.

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Furthermore, if you’re working on a research paper or a work project that requires you to open multiple tabs or applications at once, don’t worry: the Galaxy Tab S7 FE handles multi-tasking with ease. You can use Multi-Active Window to open up to three apps at the same time. That means you can surf the web, take notes, and watch a video all on the same screen. You can also use App Pair to save and quickly launch your favorite combination of apps in Multi-Active Window.

If you’re looking for even more ways to boost your productivity, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE has you covered. With Samsung DeX and a Book Cover Keyboard, you can use your tablet as a laptop, transforming the UI into a PC-like experience as you work through your to-do list. And, with Second Screen, you can turn your Galaxy Tab S7 FE into an additional display alongside your PC to broaden your view and get more done.

When inspiration strikes, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE has the tools to help you express yourself. S Pen works with Clip Studio Paint and Canva to create smooth and sharp drawings and designs. With a free 6-month trial for new Clip Studio Paint users, you can discover new talents and experiment with digital art. Noteshelf is also included for free for avid note-takers, allowing you and your S Pen to create detailed, colorful notes that accurately capture your thoughts.

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE has the same sleek and stylish metal finish as the Tab S7 line and comes in four gorgeous colors to match your personal style: Mystic Black, Mystic Silver, Mystic Green, and Mystic Pink. Despite its large display, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE has a thin and light profile, as well as a powerful battery, allowing you to stream, work, and create without worrying about finding a nearby outlet.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is an affordable carry-along companion for on-the-go content and gaming. The compact Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is ultra-portable, with an 8.7-inch screen housed in a sleek, durable metal cover. The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite’s slim bezels around the display and powerful Dual Speakers with Dolby Atmos bring you closer to the stories when watching movies, shows, or playing games.

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There’s plenty of space for all your favorites with up to 64GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1TB with a MicroSD card, and the octa-core processor ensures they’ll play smoothly and quickly. With a long-lasting battery, 15W Adaptive Fast Charging, and optional LTE capability, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is ideal for watching the latest show or gaming on the go. The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is available in Gray and Silver, with a durable metal cover and a slim bezel.

When you buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE or Galaxy Tab A7 Lite, you will also receive free unlimited access to Samsung TV Plus. You can get the most out of your new tablet by streaming 160+10 channels, which include your favorite shows, movies, and other content. Galaxy users will also receive a free trial of YouTube Premium, which will provide hours of ad-free entertainment.

Introducing Seamless Connectivity

The new Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite work seamlessly with your ecosystem of Galaxy devices – from your phone to your earbuds. Take calls and send and receive text messages through your Samsung account on your tablet, even when your smartphone is out of reach. Easily copy and paste text or images between enabled devices. You can also enjoy an easy transition from browsing on your phone to your Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite display via Samsung Internet. And if you’re listening to music or watching a video on your Galaxy Tab S7 FE or Galaxy Tab A7 Lite and need to take a call on your smartphone, your Galaxy Buds can automatically switch over to your other device.

Snapdragon 778 5G

Qualcomm revealed Snapdragon 778 5G Mobile Platform during the Annual 5G Summit.

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The new 5G Mobile Platform, that is, the Qualcomm powered Snapdragon 778 is designed by the company with cutting-edge technology and better implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Qualcomm has announced the new platform for the next generation of high-tier mobile phones from Honor, Motorola, Oppo, Xiaomi, Realme, and IQOO. The new Snapdragon 778 5G claims to enhance the gaming experience and also video and imaging with better AI.

The demand for OEMs for more platforms is increasing at a global rate, especially for high-tier smartphones. Qualcomm designed the new 5G mobile platform to address this problem as it brings many latest premium technologies and a wide range of features for a better experience in the future. The demand for quality tech has accelerated especially during the pandemic so the companies are trying to design better products that will be highly efficient in terms of performance and provide a top-notch entertainment experience as well. So, let’s have a look at all the new features and tech of the Snapdragon 778 5G Mobile Platform.

Snapdragon 778 5G Features

The new Snapdragon 778 5G Mobile Platform is featuring a Triple ISP which will allow the user to capture three photos or videos simultaneously. The options included in this shooting type are wide-angle, ultra-wide, and zoom along with the option of shooting from three different lenses all at once. So, when the user is capturing or recording the same subject from three different aspects, the camera system automatically merges these shots to finally produce a professional photography-like result. The videos can be also captured in 4K HDR10+ which is hard to differentiate if recorded in a mobile phone or a DSLR camera. The Snapdragon 778G also has Staggered HDR image sensors which allows one to capture computational HDR videos with improved detailing.

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6th Generation Qualcomm AI Engine

With every new platform released in the market, there is always improved technology behind it and one of the main reasons is more efficient AI-based applications. The Snapdragon 778G is featuring the latest 6th generation Qualcomm AI Engine with the Qualcomm Hexagon 770 processor. This assures high-performance delivery of up to 12 TOPs and twice the performance. The performance per watt has also increased as compared to its predecessor.

The capability of AI has been heightened as it will use AI-based noise suppression, AI-based camera, etc for a video call, zoom meeting, and even a voice call. The Snapdragon 778G also has the 2nd generation Qualcomm Sensing Hub which integrated a low power consuming AI processor for contextual awareness use cases. Honor has collaborated with Qualcomm as the brand new HONOR 50 series will be powered by Snapdragon 778G and this will set new industry standards for Honor.

Enhanced Gaming Experience

The new gaming features are one of the main attractions of the Snapdragon 778G. The platform is delivering select Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite Gaming features along with Variable Rate Shading (VRS) and Qualcomm Game Quick Touch. These are the features that have been unlocked in the 7-series. Users are looking for better gaming experience be it smartphones, laptops, or gaming consoles. The VRS feature which is enabled by the Qualcomm Adreno 642L GPU allows the user (developer) to specify and group the pixels being shaded with different game scenes. This helps in reducing the workload of GPU which leads to power saving by a huge amount while maintaining the highest visual fidelity. Along with this, the Qualcomm Game Quick Touch allows 20% faster input response which is also an advantage for a gamer.

Connectivity and Performance

Snapdragon 778G comes with the integrated Snapdragon X53 5G Modem-RF System which will deliver mmWave and sub-6 5G capabilities to more users around the globe. This new mobile platform is featuring Qualcomm FastConnect 6700 Connectivity and also supports multi-gigabit class Wi-Fi 6 speeds (up to 2.9 Gbps) with 4k QAM and access to 160MHz channels in both the 5GHz and 6GHz bands. It will support Bluetooth 5.2, lightning-fast Wi-Fi 6/6E, and 5G. The Qualcomm Kryo 670 is designed to generate up to 40% uplift in overall CPU performance and the Adreno 642L GPU will deliver up to 40% faster graphics rendering compared to the previous generations.

Windows 10x

Windows Cancels 10x, Launched a New Update for Windows 10 Instead.

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Windows 10 have been one of the most popular OS by Microsoft, and before the pandemic, the company had announced an even better version of the OS, i.e., Windows 10x. But today, Microsoft took it to their official blog and revealed that the company doesn’t have any plans to release the much-anticipated Windows 10x, also known by the codename ‘Santorini’. Rather, it will revamp the existing Windows 10. Microsoft also released a new version of the OS, version 21H1.

The Early Announcement

In 2019, Microsoft had announced that the company will release a new OS, Windows 10x, along with Microsoft’s new dual-screen devices. It was at the time when Microsoft announced its dual-screen foldable laptop, the Surface Neo, in October 2019. The company called Windows 10x, and the dual-screen laptops, its most ambitious projects of all time. But exactly one year ago, the company changed its statement and revealed that it is also planning to release the OS for the single-screen laptops, and those will be the first to get access to Windows 10x. Even during the last announcement, Microsoft had not given any dates on when it will officially launch the OS for any of the devices.

The Cancellation of Windows 10x

Though the company was really excited about the new OS for its lightweight devices, Microsoft today announced that it is has pulled the plug on Windows 10X. The company revealed the information in a blog post that included the announcement of the new update to the existing Windows 10.

In the announcement, Microsoft said that it was intending to launch the 10x technology for a certain group of customers. But in the past two years of exploration and experiments, the company has concluded that 10x can serve a larger group of people, so launching it for only a specific group won’t be fair. So instead of launching a separate OS, windows 10x, the company will be incorporating the key foundational 10X technology into the existing Windows 10 and other products of the company so that all the Windows customers can get benefitted.

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“Instead of bringing a product called Windows 10X to market in 2021 like we originally intended, we are leveraging learnings from our journey thus far and accelerating the integration of key foundational 10X technology into other parts of Windows and products at the company,” said the head of Windows servicing and delivery, John Cable, in a statement. 

Microsoft also confirmed that it has already started to include some of the 10x features into the Windows products, like the new app container technology has already been integrated into the Microsft products like the Microsoft Defender Application Guard and the Voice Typing.

The New Version 21H1 Update

Microsoft, along with announcing the cancellation of Windows 10x, also announced the rollout of the new version 21H1 update for Windows 10. The company announced the update release in February 2021 and finally launched it in May. Microsoft claimed that the new update is a result of the ongoing work from home situation, and it will provide a better experience for the customers in terms of security, remote access, speed and quality.

According to the blog post, the update won’t be available right away, and the company is trying to help the customers to get the most out of it, so it is going to offer a reliable download to them. The update’s preview build was already available for the Windows Insider Program, and after the positive feedback from the community, the update is finally out for the customers.

How to Get the Update

The company has announced the new update for the devices running the Windows 10 version 2004 and further. The users can go to their Windows settings and select “Windows Update” under “Update & Security”. Here they have to select “Check for Updates”. The screen will show the “Download and install” option, and then, after clicking on that option, the update will download onto the computer. The update is similar to a monthly Windows update, and you can directly start updating the OS by running the downloaded file. According to the company, the update will run faster on Windows 10, version 2004, and version 20H2.

IBM

IBM Introduces the World’s First 2-nm Node Chip.

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Every decade checks the boundaries of Moore’s Law, and this decade is no exception. The complexities of multi-patterning techniques built on previous technology nodes can now be implemented with the finer resolution that EUV offers, thanks to the advent of Extreme Ultra-Violet (EUV) technology. This, along with other more technological advancements, could result in a reduction in transistor size, paving the way for the future of semiconductors. To that end, IBM announced today that it has developed the world’s first 2-nanometer node chip.

IBM 2-nm Node Chip

To be clear, though the process node is referred to as ‘2 nanometers,’ nothing about the transistor measurements resembles a conventional expectation of what 2nm would be. Previously, dimension was an analogous metric for 2D feature size on the chip, such as 90nm, 65nm, and 40nm. However, with the introduction of 3D transistor designs such as FinFETs and others, the process node name is now an interpretation of an ‘equivalent 2D transistor’ design.

IBM 2-nm Node Chip
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Some of the features on this chip, such as transistor fin leakage safety layers, are likely to be in the low single digits in real nanometers, however, it’s crucial to remember the disconnect in how to process nodes are actually called. The debate often pivots to transistor density as a more precise measure, which IBM is sharing with us.

Density of the Transistors

According to a recent announcement, IBM’s 2nm development would boost efficiency by 45 percent at the same capacity, or 75 percent energy at the same performance, as compared to current 7nm processors. IBM is quick to point out that it was the first academic organization to demonstrate 7nm in 2015 and 5nm in 2017, the latter of which upgraded from FinFETs to nanosheet technologies that allow for greater customization of individual transistors voltage characteristics.

According to IBM, the device will fit ’50 billion transistors on a chip the size of a fingernail.’ We contacted IBM to get feedback on the scale of a fingernail since we were coming up with numbers ranging from 50 square millimeters to 250 square millimeters internally. According to IBM’s press ties, a fingernail, in this case, is 150 square millimeters. This equates to 333 million transistors per square millimeter (MTr/mm2) for IBM.

Different foundries have different official names and densities. It’s worth noting that these densities are often classified as peak densities, for transistor libraries where die area is the primary concern rather than frequency scaling – the fastest sections of a processor are often half as small as these numbers due to power and thermal considerations.

GAA Transistors

Although IBM has not expressly announced the transition to Gate-All-Around / nanosheet transistors, photographs reveal that this new 2nm processor is using a three-stack GAA architecture. GAA will be introduced by Samsung at 3nm, while TSMC will wait until 2nm. Intel, on the other hand, we believe would implement some kind of GAA on its 5nm technology.

IBM’s 3-stack GAA has a cell height of 75 nm, a cell width of 40 nm, and discrete nanosheets that are 5 nm tall and 5 nm apart. The poly pitch of the gate is 44nm, and the gate length is 12nm.

According to IBM, its design is the first to use bottom dielectric isolation channels, allowing for the 12 nm gate length, and its inner spacers are a second-generation dry process design that aids in nanosheet production. This is supplemented by the first use of EUV patterning on the FEOL sections of the process, allowing EUV at all stages of design for essential layers.

Users may be perplexed as to why we are hearing that IBM is the first to develop a 2nm chip. IBM is one of the world’s leading research centers on potential semiconductor technologies, and while not having a foundry offering of their own, IBM produces IP for their manufacturing facilities in conjunction with others.

Back in 2014, IBM sold its manufacturing to GlobalFoundries with a 10-year collaboration commitment. IBM also deals with Samsung and recently announced a partnership with Intel. No doubt, the latter two would collaborate with IBM on some level to ensure the feasibility of this new invention in their own supply chain.

The chip was developed and manufactured at IBM’s Albany testing plant, which has a 100,000-square-foot clean space. The aim of this facility is to leverage IBM’s extensive patent and licensing portfolio for partner partnerships.

V21

Vivo launches the all-new V21 Phone with 44MP OIS Front Camera and a 90 Hz Refresh Rate.

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Vivo launched its newest smartphone, Vivo V21. It is one of the world’s thinnest smartphones, with a priority on the selfie camera experience. The Vivo V21 has a 44MP OIS front camera, a 90 Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 800U processor, and many other functions. It has a 7.29mm thin body and a streamlined and compact style. The front of the smartphone has an AMOLED E3 display. The device’s back is made of AG Matte glass giving that sleek look.

V21
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Specifications of Vivo V21

  • The Vivo V21 5G dual SIM smartphone (Nano) runs on Android 11 with Funtouch OS 11.1 and has a 6.44-inch Full HD + (1,080 x 2,404 pixels) AMOLED touchscreen.
  • It has an aspect ratio of 6.44 inches from 20: 9 and a refresh rate of 90Hz.
  • The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 800U SoC with eight cores and comes standard with 8 GB of RAM.
  • There is also an advanced RAM feature that allows the hardware to use up to 3GB of ROM as virtual RAM for the triple rear camera setup for pictures and videos.
  • It includes a 64-megapixel main sensor with an f / 1.79 aperture, 8-megapixel wide-angle photographer, and a 2-megapixel macro shooter. 4K video, ultra-wide night mode, and artistic portrait video.
  • The V21 has a 44-megapixel front camera with OIS, electronic image stabilization (EIS), AI Extreme Night, autofocus, and a dual-LED light sensor. The device has an extreme night mode for the front camera, which is supposed to minimize the noise in low-light situations with the help of an AI algorithm.
  • The device is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery with a 33 W fast charge function.
  • Many of the sensors that we expect from a mid-range smartphone today, such as an accelerometer, an ambient light sensor, a proximity sensor, an electronic compass, and a gyroscope are present in V21.
  • There is also a fingerprint reader on the screen.
  • Device network options include a hybrid dual SIM card, Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type C, 2.4 GHz WiFi, GPS, OTG, and NFC, among others.
  • The Vivo V21 5G has built-in storage capacities of 128 GB and 256 GB and both support the expansion of microSD cards through a dedicated slot.

Price and Availability

Vivo V21 5G price in India has been set at Rs. 29,990 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, while the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model is priced at Rs. 32,990. The phone is available in Arctic White, Dusk Blue, and Sunset Dazzle colors. Sales begin on May 6th and with pre-orders starting Thursday, April 29th. V21 will be available through Flipkart and Vivo India’s online store, as well as major offline stores and retail chains.

Exciting Offers and Deals

An instant cashback of Rs. 2,000 from HDFC Bank, an additional trade-in discount of Rs. 3,000 and free EMI plans for up to 12 months. These promotions are only available for purchases made online. Offline consumers can receive 10 % cashback from HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank, up to 10 % cashback.

Customers can also receive a Vivo upgrade package that includes a trade-in incentive of Rs. 1,500 and a premium bonus of Rs 800 as up to an 80% guaranteed buyback guarantee.

Samsung Galaxy Book

Samsung launches the new Galaxy Book Pro and Pro 360 Notebooks with 11th Gen Intel Processors.

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Samsung launches new Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 notebooks entering into a new generation of mobile computing. This new pro series will provide uncompromised performance and will seamlessly sync with your other Galaxy and IoT devices. Both your workflow and entertainment will reach newer heights with the Samsung Galaxy Book Pro series which are coming with 11th Gen Intel core processors. Samsung has also collaborated with Microsoft and Intel to make these new mobile computing devices flawless and one experiences marvelous performance and smooth workflow.

Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics, said that the company has pioneered before many exciting mobile experiences, and with the new Samsung Galaxy Book Pro notebooks one will truly understand mobile computing for the connected world. The new series is designed for today’s multi-device world, thus ensuring high productivity, creativity, and boundless entertainment.

Samsung Galaxy Book Pro and Pro 360

The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro and Pro 360 are designed to make the day-to-day tasks of mobile-first users better and smoother. The 13-inch Galaxy Book Pro weighs 0.87kg which doesn’t need much extra space while packing your bag. Both the notebooks are highly durable as they are made of 6000-series aluminum. The notebooks have fast and secure connectivity along with Wi-Fi 6E which allows more bandwidth and a 6GHz internet connection.

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Enhanced performance and multitasking throughout the day also need good battery life. The new Samsung Galaxy Book Pro and 360 Pro provide a long-lasting battery so that you don’t have to halt your work even for once. The notebooks provide 65W fast charging with a USB C-Type adapter. With remote working, our lifestyle is changing faster than ever and the gadgets are evolving simultaneously to keep up with our demand.

The Super AMOLED Display

The new series of notebooks feature Samsung’s first-ever Windows PCs with the Super AMOLED displays. The display of the notebooks is certified by Eye Care SGS which produces blue light emissions lesser than the LCDs. It also has an Intelligent Color Engine which automatically fine-tunes the color space depending on the type of task. To make your entertainment more profound, along with the vivid colors the devices have AKG speakers to level up your cinematic experience.

High Performance and Enhanced Productivity

The Galaxy Pro and Galaxy Pro 360 notebooks are powered by 11th generation Intel Core processors and Intel Iris graphics. The book pro series is verified by the Intel Evo platform which means the new notebooks assure a striking balance of high-level graphics, 24/7 connectivity, and long-lasting power. The Intelligence Performance Manager always balances the power consumption and performance so that the overflow user experience is very smooth.

The pro keyboards are re-engineered featuring a scissor mechanism that not only increases speed but makes sure it is comfortable with wide keys and rubber domes. The keyboard is paired with a touchpad which is 23 percent larger thus giving the user more space to scroll and surf. These notebooks also have Quick Search Software which saves a great deal of time when searching for specific documents stock files.

To enhance your professional experience from anywhere, Studio Mode enables you to change the video call environments and it also has intelligent noise cancellation to make your audio quality better. So, even if you are attending a video call inside a busy subway, your notebook will provide the best experience. You can also enjoy Samsung Studio Plus if you are a fan of gaming.

Other Important Features

The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 comes with an upgraded S Pen right in the box. This pen is of huge advantage for the content creators and artists, composing your art freely. The Second Screen is a very important part of the design that allows you to expand the display onto your Galaxy Tab. One of the best reasons that these notebooks should be definitely in your bucket list is that it syncs perfectly with other Galaxy devices to enhance your performance. With the help of Galaxy Book Smart Switch, you can transfer any form of media very quickly from your Windows PC to the pro notebook. There is also another very helpful app called SmartThings that can turn on and off your lights, turn on any kitchen appliances while you relax on your couch. Both the models will be available in three different colors.