SINGAPORE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — From September 11 to 12, Huawei Cloud showcased staking node engine, confidential computing, and ZK rollup at Token2049 in Singapore. In this event, Huawei Cloud discussed the future of the Web3 industry with top vendors, builders, and developers, and stated its commitment to accelerating Web3 innovation with technical breakthroughs.
Node Creation in Seconds, 99% Staking Effectiveness: A New Engine for Web3
Web3 is in the early stage of development and faces many technical challenges regarding performance and security of transactions on chains. On September 12, in the MetaEra Summit, Zhang Ziyi, Chief Architect of Huawei Cloud Blockchain, introduced Huawei Cloud’s Ethereum staking node hosting service. With innovative algorithms, this service achieves up to 99% staking effectiveness and higher rewards. QingTian Enclave security framework supports environment and identity authentication and full-link data encryption and decryption. With this security framework, applications and data can run secured on Huawei Cloud Elastic Cloud Servers (ECSs). In addition, Huawei Cloud accelerates ZK rollup hardware innovation. With Huawei-developed XPU, architecture innovation, and algorithm optimization, the average confirmation time of ZK rollup transactions plummeted from hours to minutes.
Zhang Ziyi, Chief Architect of Huawei Cloud Blockchain
Security has been significant to Web3. Currently, Web3 wallet applications still face severe security challenges when it comes to the storage and attack defense of wallet private keys. Blockchain Security Alliance Meetup, initiated by the Blockchain Security Alliance, is one of the major activities of Token2049 and has become the focus of the global blockchain security and Web3 ecosystem. Jia Xiaoqiang, Director of Huawei Cloud Virtualization Products, introduced Huawei Cloud’s confidential computing solution and Web3 solution aiming to secure systems, applications, and sensitive data in wallet scenarios.
Jia Xiaoqiang said, “Huawei Cloud QingTian Enclave confidential computing solution is just like a safe for wallet private keys. It supports environment and identity authentication and full-link data encryption and decryption. Applications and data can be run with protection on Huawei Cloud Elastic Cloud Servers (ECSs). Unauthorized users and third parties are isolated to maintain transaction security of private keys and wallets.” Huawei Cloud is committed to building a highly secure and available solution for Web3, and all the efforts turned into QingTian Enclave, an end-to-end solution securing the execution environment for applications and sensitive data through software and hardware.
IPFS Cloud Data Ecosystem with Tenfold Rewards
Decentralized storage is another key infrastructure of Web3. However, the industry shares the same headaches in migrating data to the cloud, reducing costs, and improving effectiveness. At the Fil Dev Summit on September 12, Bai Tao, Chief Cloud Storage Solution Architect of Huawei Cloud, shared InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) data service and elastic cloud deployment solution jointly developed by Huawei Cloud and partners. Huawei Cloud’s cloud data entry simplifies the process of storing data on IPFS, resulting in a 10-fold increase in data rewards and reduced data storage overhead for enterprises. Additionally, Huawei Cloud’s large-ratio EC technologies enable 91% effective capacity usage of disks and scalable storage for data up to 10 EB-level. With the elastic cloud deployment solution, users can choose offline encapsulation, cloud verification, or end-to-end cloud deployment. Huawei Cloud, with over 18 years of experience in enterprise-level storage, aims to deliver cloud storage services that are not only cost-effective but also highly efficient.
Providing “Everything as a Service”, Huawei Cloud aims to offer robust infrastructure that enables advanced, distributed computing power for Web3. This commitment extends to building an open, efficient, and secure blockchain platform that can foster innovation in the Web3 ecosystem.
USB-C isn’t just on the iPhone 15, it’s also coming to the 2nd Generation AirPods Pro. Oh, don’t forget, it’s got MagSafe too.
The AirPods Pro (2nd generation) comes with enhanced sound quality and double the Active Noise Cancellation of the previous model. This means you can immerse yourself in your music or calls like never before, without being disrupted by external noise. The advanced Transparency mode also lets you stay connected to your surroundings when needed.
It also comes with Spatial Audio technology which gives a three-dimensional soundstage that makes movies, music, and games come to life. While immersive audio is nice, it would be lost without the best fit when it comes to the AirPods itself. The new AirPods Pro come with an expanded range of ear tip sizes to ensure the perfect fit for every user. The AirPods Pro (2nd generation) will be compatible with the Apple Vision Pro that is set to debut early next year in the U.S. This combination unlocks 20-bit, 48 kHz Lossless Audio with ultra-low latency.
No need for lightning anymore when you have a USB‑C connector to the AirPods Pro (2nd generation). Now, you can use a single cable to charge multiple devices, from your Mac and iPad to your AirPods and iPhone 15 series. USB-C isn’t the only thing new on the 2nd Generation AirPods with USB-C. It’s also got an IP54 rating for both the earbuds and case.
They incorporate recycled materials, such as 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets and 100% recycled gold in printed circuit boards. The packaging is redesigned to reduce waste, aligning with Apple’s goal to eliminate plastic from packaging entirely by 2025.
Pricing and Availability
The AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) will be available for USD$249 or MYR1,099.
For added personalization, these AirPods can be engraved for free, offering a mix of emoji, names, initials, and numbers.
Apple is pushing the boundaries with their new lineup of Apple Watches with the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2. The latest additions bring along with them several new features including a new processor – the S9 SiP, enhanced Siri capabilities, Precision Finding for iPhone with UWB and a brand new double tap gesture.
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At the heart of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 lies the custom Apple silicon in the S9 SiP, representing Apple’s most advanced watch chip to date. This chip not only boosts overall performance but introduces novel features like the double tap gesture and on-device Siri with secure health data access. The Series 9 also incorporates a 4-core Neural Engine, capable of processing machine learning tasks twice as fast as its predecessor while maintaining an 18-hour battery life.
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Navigating the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 has become even more intuitive with the introduction of the double tap gesture. By tapping the index finger and thumb of their watch hand together twice, users can perform a range of actions with ease. This includes stopping timers, controlling music playback, answering phone calls, and even capturing photos using the Camera Remote. The gesture, enabled by the faster Neural Engine, will be available in a forthcoming software update.
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Apple has pushed the display capabilities further, increasing the maximum brightness of the Series 9 to 2000nits, double that of its predecessor. The Ultra 2, on the other hand, has a higher 3000 nits brightness. This should mean that the two watch models should be legible even in bright sunlight, and the display can dim to just one nit in low-light environments.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 introduces the Modular Ultra watch face that takes full advantage of the larger display. It provides real-time data, including seconds, altitude, or depth, and offers an unprecedented level of customization for outdoor activities, sports, and water adventures.
Siri can now process requests directly on the device, eliminating the need for internet connectivity for certain tasks. This not only results in faster and more reliable responses but also maintains privacy. Siri can also access and log health data from the Health app, offering users more control over their health and fitness inquiries.
Both the Series 9 and Ultra 2 come with a second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip that enables Precision Finding for the iPhone 15 family which comes with the same chip. Your Apple Watch can literally guide you to your iPhone 15 with its visual, haptic and audio guidance.
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The Ultra 2 continues to be the more rugged Apple Watch. Complete with an app ecosystem to support it, the Ultra 2 will be able to handle high altitudes and deep waters.
100% Carbon Neutral – If you choose correctly
Of course, as Apple progresses towards its 2030 environmental goal, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 now come with carbon-neutral options for straps. In fact, with these two models, the right pairing of the Watch and strap will mean that your Apple Watch is 100% Carbon Neutral.
This is thanks to a 78% reduction in emissions when it comes to transport and production as well as a sleeker, more compact box that allows for more Apple Watches to be transported. Apple has also empowered its partners to work towards being carbon neutral. As such, certain bands, like the new sports band are made completely of Carbon neutral and eco-friendly materials.
Apple Watch SE
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Also along for the ride is the new Apple Watch SE which continues to offer core Apple Watch features at an affordable price. This year, the Apple Watch SE is being updated with support for low heart rate notifications, Fall Detection, Emergency SOS, Crash Detection, and watchOS 10.
Pricing and Availability
The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch SE are available on the official website and Apple Store app. The Series 9 starts at USD$399 or MYR1,899, and the SE begins at USD$249 or RM1,199.
The Apple Watch will be priced at USD$799 RM3,799. It is available in a sleek 49mm size and becomes carbon neutral when paired with the new Trail Loop or Alpine Loop bands. These bands are available in various colours, offering both style and sustainability.
Believe it or not, Apple’s Lightning connection has been with us since the Apple iPhone 5 was introduced in 2012. The Lightning cable and port had not changed in shape and look until last year’s iPhone 14 series. While it was understandable for Apple to work with the Lightning standard in 2012, where Micro-USB was still the mainstream standard, USB Type-C has brought an evolution to mobile connectivity and has done more for laptops and smartphones than even USB 3.0 standard. To be fair, we only saw one smartphone sporting the USB 3.0 port, the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, to not very much success. In that sense, there are no good reasons for Apple to keep the Lightning connection with their top-of-the-line smartphone since Apple themselves have updated their iPad Pro and iPad Air series with USB Type-C ports. They must at least see some value on USB type-C in that case.
The European Union (EU) forced Apple’s hands last year before their launch of the iPhone 14 series. Apple had to start developing their iPhones with USB Type-C port instead of their traditional and rather iconic lightning port. That is the first big difference between the previous iPhone and the upcoming iPhone 15 series. That is not what they highlighted in their launch gambit though.
Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
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There is not much of a surprise with Apple’s latest regular iPhone 15 series. Most of the features are trickled down from Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro devices of last year. The Apple Silicon A16 Bionic, for example, is the same chip you find on the previous iPhone 14 Pro. The “island bar” as well, is a feature introduced in the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, now accessible for the more accessible Apple iPhone 15.
In a lot of ways, we see this Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus as sort of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro series with USB type-C port. They share the same size as the previous iPhone 14 series as well at 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch respectively. They pack more pixels than before though since they are technically the iPhone 14 series devices at Super Retina XDR resolution. The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus now also gets the updated 48-Megapixel main camera alongside a 24-Megapixel 2x Telephoto lens. No third lens here, as expected from a regular iPhone.
Other than the USB type-C connection, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus sports slightly differing visuals from before in terms of colours too. There is the usual black option, as expected. There are now Blue, Green, Yellow, and even Pink to consider for the iPhone 15 series. Of course, there will be a RED edition later.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
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The pinnacle of the iPhone has to be their Pro series models. The new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max takes everything the iPhone 14 Pro series had and turned them up to 11. This is the most advanced Apple iPhone ever. You might want to take a pinch of salt though when it comes to expecting big changes.
Apple A17 Pro – Advanced Does Not Begin to Describe it
The biggest change, other than the USB type-C port now found at the bottom of the device is its integrated chip. It is now called the Apple A17 Pro, no more ‘Bionic’ in their namesake. It is also the first 3nm chip that is commercially available on a smartphone device featuring 19 billion transistors in a single chip. There are two performance cores and four efficiency cores that power the iOS 17 device. They have also made the neural engine bigger at 16-cores just for on-device AI implementations that includes predictive texts, certain Siri functions, and more. They have update the GPU as well with new hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing cores with MetalFX support for the best-in-class graphics processing available on a smartphone. They even announced that Assassin’s Creed Mirage, a game made for the current generation gaming consoles, will be available on the iPhone when they are available. PlayStation Studios are also adapting Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4 into the iPhone which will be available later in the year. On top of all of that, the A17 Pro features a new ProRes codec for ProRes file processing and editing, Pro Display Engine for even better display experience on either the 6.1-inch or 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, and AV1 decoder. The A17 Pro even features a USB 3 controller that allows the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max to take full advantage of USB type-C.
Bigger, Better, More Lenses than You Need
While you cannot see the upgrade, Apple claims that the main camera features a larger sensor than before. It is still a 48-Megapixel sensor though underneath what they claim to be multiple lenses on the main camera. They claim that you can choose between 24mm, 28mm, and 35mm lenses for different feel and look for your photos. You can even set whichever focal lengths as your default length just so that it will get back to your preferred focal length when you launch the camera app. Instead of a 3x telephoto lens, the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max now offers a 5x 24-Megapixel telephoto camera at 120mm focal length, the longest focal length featured on an iPhone ever. They also improved their 12-Megapixel ultra-wide camera at 13mm to also allow users to capture macro photos. In terms of software, the new iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max cameras offer a new Smart HDR engine that allows for a more true-to-life photo to be captured with brighter highlights, rich midtones, and deep shadows. Thanks to LiDAR technology and the A17 Pro’s neural engine, low-light photos have never looked better on the iPhone.
It is not just photography that gets some needed boost though. You can now capture proper ProRes videos and connect the iPhone to an external recording device or medium via USB type-C. They also now allow you to capture videos with log encoding for even more flexibility in colour grading or correction. Most of all, you can now capture videos at 4K 60p for brilliant slow-motion videos in post editing. If you have an Apple Vision Pro or have ordered one, you will be delighted that the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max can capture something they call a Spatial video that you can use only specifically with Apple Vision Pro. We assume it is sort of an AR type 3D video that is captured by both the main camera and ultra-wide camera to be stitched into a single 3D video for that nifty augmented reality experience.
Titanium – Same As the Mars Rover
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One of the more interesting parts of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max is the way it is built though. While featuring the same sort of look as the iPhone 14 Pro, it is made from a different material that also offers slightly different colour options and look. The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max is now made of Titanium, a lightweight alloy with higher tensile strength than any metal material at its weight. That means that the new iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max are the lightest iPhone Pro models ever to grace our hands. While it is still an alloy product, the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max still comes with MagSafe and Wi2 wireless charging support. They now come in a choice of black titanium, white titanium, blue titanium, and natural titanium colour options.
Prices and Availability
Apple’s iPhone 15 series and iPhone 15 Pro series will be available for pre-orders from the 22nd of September 2023 onward and will ship out just a week after that on the 29th of September 2023 onward. The iPhone 15 will set you back from MRY 4,399 onward while the iPhone 15 Plus will set you back at least MYR 4,899. If you are opting for the more premium iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, they start at MYR 5,499 and MYR 6,499 respectively. For more information on the new Apple iPhone 15 series and iPhone 15 Pro series, you can head out to their website.
NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — As the world eagerly embraces the cutting-edge features and capabilities of the iPhone 15, TORRAS is thrilled to introduce a companion designed to elevate your iPhone experience, especially for outdoor enthusiasts.
Behold the UPRO Ostand SS Shield-mate – a remarkable phone case that seamlessly aligns with the iPhone 15’s innovative spirit, providing unmatched device protection and functional enhancements.
UPRO Ostand SS Shield-mate
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Inspired by air cushion shoes, the built-in real air-filled bumpers surrounding the case bounce back external forces, with a high-durability TPU structure effectively absorbing up to 98% of the shock upon every possible impact.
“TORRAS is currently the brand with the most diverse selection of stand phone cases, leading the revolutionary development in this product category,” stated TORRAS Ostand Product Designer Austin Yang.
Patented certification Air-Filled Bumpers
Experience the power of Triple Military-Grade Drop Protection, ensuring your iPhone 15 remains resilient even in the face of unexpected drops and shocks. Our UPRO Ostand Shield-mate is SGS-certified for 12ft drop tests and is engineered to provide unmatched protection from falls at a height of up to one floor.
This synergy ensures that your device remains resilient even in the face of unexpected drops and shocks. Whether you’re capturing life’s adventures or simply managing your day, rest assured that your iPhone 15 is shielded with a level of durability that complements its remarkable capabilities.
3-in-1 Versatile Kickstand
Offering flexible angles from vertical to horizontal, the built-in kickstand provides a variety of positions.
A magnetic stand that is compatible with a MagSafe charger, wallet, and car mount.
An O-ring holder allows you to grip your phone when your hands are full.
Semi-translucent matte Finish and Soft-touch Surface
This case boasts a semi-translucent matte finish and a soft-touch sandblasted surface, providing a discreet non-slip grip.
About TORRAS TORRAS is a leading innovator in device accessories, dedicated to enhancing the way people interact with technology. With a focus on cutting-edge design and advanced functionality, we are committed to providing solutions that elevate the user experience.
For avid YouTube users, the platform’s abundance of ads during video playback, especially on smart TVs, can sometimes be more than a minor annoyance. YouTube appears to be listening to its viewers and is testing a new approach to ad delivery that could provide a more seamless watching experience, albeit with longer ad breaks.
YouTube is recognizing that how we watch content is evolving. With more viewers enjoying longer videos on their smart TVs, the current frequency of ad interruptions might not align with the viewing experience. In response, YouTube is experimenting with reducing the number of ads shown but extending their duration.
For many viewers of long-form content on TV screens, having ads scattered throughout a video can be disruptive. Google’s research reveals that 79% of viewers prefer ads that are grouped together rather than spread out in smaller interruptions. To cater to this preference, YouTube is exploring options to provide fewer but longer ad breaks, creating a more seamless viewing experience on larger screens.
Improved Transparency
In addition to fewer, longer ad breaks, YouTube is considering enhancing the transparency of its ad experience. This may include providing viewers with better information about the duration of ad breaks, allowing users to prepare for more extended interruptions.
While these changes are currently experimental, YouTube tends to introduce them if they prove successful and enhance the viewer experience. So, if you’re a regular YouTube viewer on a smart TV, you can look forward to a potentially improved ad experience in the near future. However, if longer ad breaks are not your preference, YouTube Premium remains an ad-free alternative worth considering.
YouTube’s efforts to strike a balance between ads and content are in response to evolving viewer habits. As the platform continues to lead in streaming watch time on connected TVs, it aims to provide an experience that aligns better with the expectations of its audience.
Logitech has unveiled the Pebble 2 Collection, a modern, minimalist duo, designed to match your unique aesthetic preferences. This collection features the new Pebble Keys 2 K380s keyboard and Pebble Mouse 2 M350s mouse. It also brings upgrades to the Logitech K380 and Pebble models.
Pebble Keys 2 K380s Keyboard
The Pebble Keys 2 K380s, Logitech brings you “feel-good typing” with rounded, slightly indented keys that mimic the tactile sensation of a laptop keyboard. What sets this keyboard apart is its near-silent operation, thanks to Logitech’s Silent Touch Technology. While gamers might miss the familiar clickety-clack, this keyboard is tailored for those who prefer peace and quiet during work or study sessions.
New additions to the Pebble Keys 2 include a set of Fn shortcut keys at the top. These provide quick access to search engines, screen capture tools, and even an emoji menu. The best part? You can customize these shortcuts via the Logi Options+ app, allowing you to launch your most-used desktop apps with ease.
Pebble Mouse 2 M350s
The Pebble Mouse 2 M350s shares the same silent touch technology, reducing click noise by a whopping 90%. This feature makes it a great companion for students hitting the library or anyone who values a noise-free environment.
What’s more, the middle mouse button on the Pebble Mouse 2 is fully customizable through the Logi Options+ app. You can assign shortcuts for your favourite apps or perform everyday actions like hiding your desktop – all at the press of a button.
Both the Pebble Keys 2 and Pebble Mouse 2 connect seamlessly to Windows, macOS, iPadOS, iOS, and Android devices via Bluetooth. Thanks to the Easy-Switch buttons, you can effortlessly switch between multiple devices.
One of the standout features of this collection is its eco-friendliness. Made from 50% recycled plastic, these peripherals are not only lightweight but also contribute to a more sustainable future.
In terms of battery life, the Pebble Keys 2 impresses with up to 36 months of use on a single charge, 50% longer than its predecessor. Meanwhile, the Pebble Mouse 2 boasts a maximum 24-month battery life.
Pricing & Availability
The Pebble 2 Collection is available now, with the Pebble Keys 2 K380s priced at USD$39.99 (MYR187.03)/GBP£49.99 (MYR291.80)/AUD$89.95 (MYR270.13) and the Pebble Mouse 2 M350s at USD$29.99 (MYR140.26) /GBP£24.99 (MYR145.87)/AUD$54.95 (MYR165.01). If you want both, the Pebble 2 Combo offers excellent value at USD$59.99 (MYR280.57)/GBP£69.99 (MYR408.50)/AUD$129.95 (MYR390.23).
It’s available in five fresh colours: Tonal Graphite, Tonal White, Tonal Rose, Tonal Sand, and Tonal Blue.
It’s that time of the year again… Apple is about to unveil its new iPhone lineup. The event is mere hours away! But, before we sit through another keynote, let’s take a quick rundown of the rumours that have surfaced about the iPhone 15 and its siblings.
Firstly, let’s talk about the name of the upcoming iPhone. Rumours indicated that Apple was poised to drop the Pro Max name in the iPhone 15 lineup in favour of the “Ultra” nomenclature. However, it seems like that won’t be the case as Bloomberg’s Mark Gurmen has indicated otherwise. We’ll just have to wait and see which one is true at this point.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max render based on multiple design leaks (Source: @graphicalryan, MacRumors)
The biggest change we expect to see on the iPhone 15 is the replacement of the Lightning port in favour of the USB-C port. The change comes as a result of legislature in the EU which requires manufacturers to adopt USB-C as a common charging port for the benefit of the consumers. The legislature was passed in 2022 and gave manufacturers until the end of 2024 to comply. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, it’s expected that Apple will include higher-speed USB-C ports in higher-end iPhone 15 models. According to Kuo, it’s expected that the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will support USB 3.2 and/or Thunderbolt 3 while the iPhone 15 will support USB 2.0. It’s also rumoured that the new iPhones will support 35W charging although, this may only be possible with Apple-made adapters.
Another big change we expect to see in the iPhone 15 series is a change in the camera technology. The iPhone 15 has been rumoured to be the first iPhone to feature a stacked CMOS sensor. The change in sensor technology is expected to result in a wider dynamic range and better low-light performance. The stacked CMOS sensors are expected to rely less on the image processor of the phone itself when taking low-light pictures.
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While we’re on the cameras, the iPhone 15 is tipped to have a periscope lens in its camera setup. The periscope lens is expected to be included in the Pro Max model with a significant bump in camera hump size. It’s expected that the periscope lens will bring either 5x or 6x optical zoom to the camera while hybrid zoom may go well beyond that. Reports also suggest that the sensor will be a 1/2.9″ sensor with a large f/2.8 aperture. The complete setup of the cameras on the iPhone will feature a 48-megapixel main camera and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera on the 15 and 15 plus. The Pro and Pro Max on the other hand will have an additional 12-megapixel telephoto sensor with either 3x or 6x optical zoom.
The iPhone 15 lineup is expected to be more diverse when it comes to the display as well. The vanilla iPhone 15 and the 15 Plus are expected to have a display with only a 60Hz refresh rate while the Pro and Pro Max are rumoured to have a display with a 1-120Hz refresh rate. It’s expected that the screen size of the iPhone 15 series will be unchanged from the iPhone 14. The 15 and 15 Pro will stick to the 6.1-inch size while the Plus and Pro Max will sport a 6.7-inch display.
Apparently, Apple will be using two different systems on a chip for the iPhone 15 lineup. The 15 and 15 Plus are expected to ship with the A16 Bionic which is used in the 14 Pro and Pro Max. On the other hand, the 15 Pro and Pro Max will be shipping with the upgraded A17 Bionic. The A17 Bionic is rumoured to be developed using TSMC’s 3nm technology which promises better performance for lower power.
The iPhone 15 line has also been rumoured to do away with the physical buttons with haptic buttons. However, while rumours point to these plans having been scrapped before the new iPhone entered mass production, a post on X from accessory maker Spigen teased “something’s different” with a picture of the power button and volume rocker only this morning.
Apple is rumoured to be making the new iPhone series with a new, higher-grade titanium which is lighter than the iPhone 14. However, with more premium materials comes a very painful spike in the price especially when it comes to the Pro Max model. It’s rumoured that the price of the iPhone 15 series itself will start at USD$799.99. That would be the base model iPhone 15 with 128GB of memory, the 15 Plus is rumoured to be a USD$100 premium over the 15 at USD$899.99 for the same configuration. The 15 Pro’s base model will apparently set you back USD$999.99 with 256GB of storage while the 15 Pro Max will start at USD$1,199.99 for the 256GB version. That said, another rumour points to the prices being USD$100 more expensive with base storage starting at 256GB across the board.
Well, that’s about it when it comes to rumours. You’ll have to stay tuned to techENT for the details tonight when we finally get the official details on the new iPhone 15 lineup. If you want to tune in to Apple’s keynote, just head over to Apple.com or tune in to the official YouTube Channel at 1 AM, Malaysian time or 10 AM Pacific time.
Touch ‘n Go Group is bringing a new dimension to its services with ParkInsure, a first-of-its-kind Personal Accident insurance/takaful tailored for people who use their Touch ‘n Go card at parking facilities.
The new service, priced at just RM5 per month, offers a value-added layer of personal insurance/takaful coverage for users ensuring they have some peace of mind even if things go awry when parked in carparks. Users can seamlessly subscribe to ParkInsure via GOprotect, Touch ‘n Go eWallet’s digital insurance/takaful hub, with the choice of takaful from Zurich General Takaful Malaysia Berhad or conventional insurance from Allianz Malaysia Berhad.
The benefits include reimbursement for permanent disablement or accidental death up to RM70,000, snatch theft inconvenience coverage up to RM1,500, and reimbursement for forcible car break-ins up to RM1,500. Users will also receive a key reimbursement fee of up to RM200 in case of lost or damaged car keys during the coverage period. Additional features include transport reimbursement fees, inconvenience benefits, and more. With over 1,350 Touch ‘n Go payment-enabled parking sites nationwide, ParkInsure offers a tailored and affordable solution to eWallet users. It also offers a layer of protection on top of car insurance policies which users no doubt already have.
Subscribing to ParkInsure is quick, taking less than 3 minutes through GOprotect, with a hassle-free claims process available through the insurers’ 24/7 claim hotline. Users can easily manage their policies and certificates via the “My Policies” tab on their eWallet app. ParkInsure provides a unique and budget-friendly way to ensure coverage against potential incidents within car park compounds, adding an extra layer of security to Touch ‘n Go card users.
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Easybom, as a leading global electronic component search platform, has successfully connected millions of terminal factories worldwide through its extensive business coverage and years of accumulated experience. Easybom is committed to meeting the procurement needs of customers and constantly providing the latest industry insights. The purpose of Easybom is to simplify the search and procurement process of electronic components, providing an efficient and convenient solution for manufacturers, distributors, and other companies related to the electronics industry.
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Easybom is a feature-rich platform designed to support engineers and procurement specialists in their work. The numerous features of Easybom are as follows. Firstly, the interface design is simple and intuitive, which makes it easy for users to find the information and services they need. Secondly, the product range is wide, Easybom offers a comprehensive selection of electronic components, including integrated circuits, semiconductors, resistors, capacitors, sensors, transducers, discrete semiconductors, etc. Thirdly, users can easily search for specific parts, manufacturers, or specifications, and even compare different products based on criteria such as specifications, manufacturers, and prices. Fourthly, Easybom also provides a wide range of electronic component data sheets for user reference. Fifthly, we provide reliable global procurement services to ensure that customers can purchase the latest and most competitive electronic components. Sixthly, Easybom is committed to providing excellent customer service, with a professional team ready to answer any questions or doubts from users at any time. In short, whether in product selection, procurement process, or after-sales support, Easybom is your reliable partner.
Easybom always adheres to the spirit of unity, innovation, efficiency, and integrity, providing high-quality services. Whether you are a manufacturer of electronic components, a distributor, or a company seeking efficient and convenient solutions in the electronics industry, Easybom has the ability to provide the tools and resources you need. With its rich inventory, high-quality products, and excellent customer service, Easybom has established a good reputation in the industry.
