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Apple releases new iOS and iPadOS versions. (Source: Apple)

Apple releases the incremental iOS and iPadOS 15.3.1 update to fix a crucial security discrepancy

iOS and iPadOS versions 15.3 were pushed in order to patch a slew of vulnerabilities on iPhones or iPads. However, it left one, which may have allowed the execution of "arbitrary" code. Never fear, though, v15.3.1 is here to address this potential security issue. There are also now new corresponding macOS and watchOS versions available to install.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Feb 2022 23:36
The Redmi K50 Gaming will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, among other flagship features. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Chinese retailer hints at how many Xiaomi Redmi K50 devices will launch at next week's hardware event

A significant Chinese retailer has opened its pre-booking system for the Redmi K50 Gaming, Xiaomi's third smartphone with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. All other Redmi K50 series devices are absent though, suggesting that the Redmi K50 Gaming may be the series' only representative for the time being.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 23:21
The new Transparent RedMagic phone. (Source: RedMagic)

Nubia sets a launch date for the RedMagic 7 flagship gaming smartphone series in a transparent new teaser

Nubia's high-octane gaming brand RedMagic has made its launch for its 2022 generation of top-end smartphones official. It has also now teased what will probably be the top-end variant of this upcoming 7 line. It is slated to combine a "Transparent" finish with an under-display camera. Then again, there may be less encouraging news for fans of gaming-phone specs.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Feb 2022 22:56
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra succeeds the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung's Galaxy S22 series trade-in program offers more value than ever before

The Galaxy S22 series already appears to offer excellent value for money relative to other premium phones and Samsung will be hoping to spice up sales with an attractive trade-in program that allows Galaxy Note 20 Ultra owners to upgrade to the Galaxy S22 Ultra with just US$599.
Ricci Rox, 11 Feb 2022 22:41
Intel's upcoming "Bonanza" ASICs are supposedly very efficient at SHA-256 based Bitcoin mining (Image: Intel)

Intel officially enters the cryptomining business with new Bonanza chips which supposedly deliver 1000x better performance per watt than mainstream GPUs

Intel's new energy-efficient accelerators for cryptomining are intended to prepare the company for the era of the metaverse and Web 3.0, while gamers probably hope that these new chipsets could potentially ease the continuous GPU shortage.
Enrico Frahn, 11 Feb 2022 22:40
The 8 Gen 1 might get outdated soon. (Source: Qualcomm)

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus may be here quicker than expected

Flagship smartphones powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC are only now beginning to emerge in earnest. However, its maker Qualcomm seems intent on throwing a spanner in these works, should word of an upcoming refresh called the 8 Gen 1 Plus be anything to go by. Now, according to the latest leak, the OEM aims to launch it even earlier in 2022 than projected.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Feb 2022 21:59
Gamers will appreciate the low input lag, fast response times and great peak brightness of the 65-inch LG QNED90 MiniLED TV (Image: LG)

Deal: LG's 65-inch QNED90 MiniLED 4K TV has just hit its lowest price in two months on Amazon

Prospective TV buyers who prefer to jump on the mini LED bandwagon instead of opting for a more common 4K OLED or regular LED television should check out Amazon's latest deal on the large 65-inch LG QNED90.
Enrico Frahn, 11 Feb 2022 20:47
Best Buy locked its GeForce RTX 3000 series graphics cards behind a paywalled subscription service (image via own)

Best Buy wants you to get a US$199 Totaltech subscription for a chance to buy Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000 series graphics cards

As a part of its supposed anti-bot measures, Best Buy allowed only users with a US$199 Totaltech subscription a chance at buying Nvidia RTX 3000 series graphics cards. However, there wasn't a limit on the number of purchases per account, which effectively allowed scalpers/bots to walk away with a good chunk of the GPUs.
Anil Ganti, 11 Feb 2022 20:42
Samsung Galaxy M32

79% Samsung Galaxy M32 4G smartphone review – A bright 90-Hz screen for less than 300 Euros (~$345)

Shrunken battery. Even though the Samsung Galaxy M32 is more expensive than its predecessor, it only offers a smaller battery and doesn't support 5G. Is the Samsung smartphone still up to date with this equipment for the 300+ Euros (~345) asking price?
Mediatek Helio G80, ARM Mali-G52 MP2, 6.4", 180 g
Florian Schmitt, 11 Feb 2022 20:35
Xiaomi wants to take on Apple in the high-end smartphone sector. (Image source: Xiaomi/Apple/Unsplash - edited)

No more cheap copycats: Xiaomi targets Apple in high-end battle of "life and death"

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has announced that the popular Chinese OEM will be targeting the high-end sector of the smartphone market in future to allow it to grow and develop. Ironically, Xiaomi has Apple and the iPhone’s market dominance in its sights after spending years being accused of being an Apple copycat.
Daniel R Deakin, 11 Feb 2022 20:09
Is this the GT Neo3 camera hump? (Source: @Alextechetc via Twitter)

The supposedly Dimensity 9000-powered "Realme GT Neo3 Gaming Edition" leaks out in the form of a racing-styled render

A leaker has posted an image of what is claimed as the Gaming Edition of the upcoming Realme GT Neo3 series. According to this tipster, this variant will come with MediaTek's new top-end Dimensity 9000 processor, and will have a generously-sized battery to boot. Those specs are slated to come in a package with a colorway and accents to go with its alleged name.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Feb 2022 18:48
The Xiaomi Watch S1 with its leather watchband. (Image source: @TechInsiderBlog)

Xiaomi Watch S1 rumoured to be launching in Europe from €200

Reportedly, Xiaomi will be releasing the Watch S1 in Europe soon. Allegedly, the Watch S1 will launch for between €200 and €260, depending on the watch strap chosen. The Watch S1 has plenty of features, but those prices put the Watch S1 into Galaxy Watch4 territory.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 18:07
The MINISFORUM B550 could be used as a mini-PC or a hybrid desktop PC. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM scales back its ambitions for its B550 mini-PC as it reveals its open-air graphics card dock

MINISFORUM has revealed how its B550 mini-PC will work with full-sized GPUs. However, the company now states that the machine will only support up to 65 W processors, taking the Ryzen 7 5800X and Ryzen 9 5900X off the table.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 17:50
Google's "Monet" color engine picks colors from the wallpaper and disperses it throughout the UI. (Image source: Google)

No more a Google Pixel exclusive: Android 12's Material You dynamic theming is finally making its way to non-Pixel phones

One of the best features of the Google Pixel 6 series, the Material You dynamic themes, is making its way to non-Pixel smartphones. Smartphones like the Galaxy S22, the OnePlus 9 Pro, and the Xiaomi Mi 11 will be the first to get the feature.
Fawad Murtaza, 11 Feb 2022 17:41
The Motorola 'Rogue' resembles the Edge X30 Special Edition with its under-display camera. (Image source: @evleaks)

Renders of six new and upcoming Motorola smartphones leak, including one with an under-display camera

Evan Blass has revealed renders of six upcoming Motorola smartphones, including the Edge 30 Pro. The leaker has showcased what could be the global version of the Edge X30 Special Edition too, which has an under-display camera like the Xiaomi MIX 4 and Galaxy Z Fold3, among others.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 16:56
The Intel Core i9-13900K Raptor Lake processor has been spotted on the Ashes of The Singularity benchmark database

Intel Core i9-13900K Raptor Lake processor makes yet another appearance online

Intel's upcoming 13th-generation Core i9-13900K Raptor Lake processor has been spotted on the Ashes of The Singularity benchmark database. The 24-core (8C + 16c) processor manages to output 159 FPS at 1080p, paired with a GeForce RTX 3090 and 32 GB of RAM.
Anil Ganti, 11 Feb 2022 16:55
Samsung SSD 980 Pro 250GB MZ-V8P250BW SSD Benchmarks

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AMD's Ryzen 7000 series of desktop processors could be announced sometime in Q3, 2022 (image via AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors based on the Zen 4 architecture to be launched a lot sooner than earlier anticipated

A new rumour online says AMD will unveil its new Ryzen 7000 series processors sometime in Q3, 2022. AMD could announce it at Computex 2022 in late May, and the CPUs could hit shelves as early as July 2022.
Anil Ganti, 11 Feb 2022 14:59
Most countries will receive Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 versions of the Galaxy S22 series. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Samsung confirmed to be shipping the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in Australia, Canada, India, South Africa and the UAE

Samsung may have released Exynos 2200 versions of the Galaxy S22 series in the UK and Eurozone, but few other markets will see the company's latest chipset. Instead, Samsung is bringing Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 versions to the likes of Australia, Canada, India, South Africa and the UAE, along with China, Japan, North America and South Korea.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 14:53
The Beelink SER4 is only available with the Ryzen 7 4800U. (Image source: Beelink)

Beelink SER4 launched with an AMD Ryzen 7 4800U, 32 GB of RAM and a 500 GB SSD for US$699.99

The Beelink SER4 is a 126 x 113 x 40 mm mini-PC that packs a powerful AMD Renoir APU. Along with a Ryzen 7 4800U, the SER4 has 32 GB of RAM, a 500 GB NVMe SSD and numerous ports. The Beelink can power three displays simultaneously and costs US$699.99.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 14:48
The Raspberry Pi 4 now supports Network Install via a beta bootloader. (Image source: Raspberry Pi Foundation)

Raspberry Pi 4 and Raspberry Pi 400 receive a new feature courtesy of a beta bootloader

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has brought the option to install an OS on a Raspberry Pi 4 or Raspberry Pi 400 without needing a secondary computer. While not a headless setup, Network Install brings greater versatility to the two single-board computers.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 14:41
A render of how the next Galaxy Z Fold could look if Samsung's adopts the Galaxy S22 Ultra's back panel. (Image source: @WilliamFaix)

First concept renders visualise how the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 could look with a few design tweaks

After the Galaxy S22 series launch, attention turns to the Galaxy Z Fold4, Samsung's next presumed flagship smartphone. Accordingly, people have already started mocking up what the Galaxy Z Fold4 could look like if Samsung continues with its no camera housing design pioneered on the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 14:19
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 is available in two sizes. (Image source: TAG Heuer)

TAG Heuer launches the Connected Calibre E4 with Wear OS 2 and a modern Snapdragon chipset

TAG Heuer has presented a new generation in its Connected Watch series. The Connected Calibre E4 arrives with a Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset and Wear OS 2, not Wear OS 3. TAG Heuer will upgrade its latest smartwatches to Wear OS 3 'when the update becomes available' though.
Alex Alderson, 11 Feb 2022 14:15
Insanely slim Alienware x14 now available to order starting at $1649 USD (Source: Dell)

Insanely slim Alienware x14 now available to order starting at $1649 USD

If you want a 14-inch gaming laptop even thinner than the Razer Blade 14, then be prepared to pony up two grand for Dell's thinnest and lightest gaming laptop yet equipped with both vapor chamber and liquid metal cooling.
Allen Ngo, 11 Feb 2022 14:00
34-inch Alienware quantum dot OLED gaming monitor will cost you $1299 when it launches this Spring (Source: Dell)

34-inch Alienware quantum dot OLED monitor will cost you $1299 when it launches this Spring

Dell had been mum about the exact price of its upcoming Alienware AW3423DW monitor ever since its initial reveal at CES 2022. Now, we finally have an official retail price and launch window for when consumers can get their hands on the 34-inch QD-OLED display.
Allen Ngo, 11 Feb 2022 13:59
The Garmin D2 Air X10 has many features for pilots, including weather reports plus flight and runway information. (Image source: Garmin)

The Garmin D2 Air X10 Smartwatch has launched with SpO2 sensor, plus a host of aviation and fitness features

Garmin has released the D2 Air X10 smartwatch, aimed primarily at pilots, with blood oxygen level monitoring to tell you how your body adapts to high altitudes. You can also make and receive calls on the device, which has a battery life of up to 7 days.
Polly Allcock, 11 Feb 2022 12:13
Budget NVIDIA T1000 graphics card for workstations released with up to 8GB GDDR6 memory, five 4K monitors support, and compact design

Budget NVIDIA T1000 graphics card for workstations released with up to 8GB GDDR6 memory, five 4K monitors support, and compact design

You can now grab the NVIDIA T1000 graphics card aimed at workstation professionals for less than $400 in the U.S. The T1000 specs include four DisplayPort 1.4 outputs and support for up to five 5K or two 8K@60Hz monitors, a very slim design with one active fansink, as well as low 50W power consumption.
Daniel Zlatev, 11 Feb 2022 11:23
2019's BlackBerry KEY2 LE looks set to remain the latest BlackBerry phone. (Source: PCWorld)

Promised BlackBerry 5G smartphone with physical keyboard now in doubt

At the start of the year, OnwardMobility reiterated its commitment to delivering a 5G BlackBerry smartphone with a physical keyboard. It appears that promise may go unfulfilled, as a new report claims that the company has now ditched the project in its entirety.
Ricci Rox, 11 Feb 2022 06:21
The Galaxy Tab S8 in its Book Cover Keyboard case. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms Android 12L update for the Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+ and Tab S8 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+ and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra already offer various software optimisations to make use of their large displays. However, Samsung has now confirmed that Android 12L is planned for the three tablets to simplify multitasking further.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 23:58
Zigma Smart Aerio 300 Real AI Wi-Fi air purifier (Source: Zigma)

Zigma launches the Smart Aerio 300 Real AI Wi-Fi Air Purifier

Fully supporting voice control via Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, the Smart Aerio 300 Wi-Fi air purifier with advanced AI capabilities needs just 30 minutes to clean 840 square feet, while 1580 square feet can be cleaned within an hour. This new accessory for the modern home also comes with noticeable energy savings thanks to AI-driven control.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Feb 2022 23:49
Amazon has a deal on the 75-inch Samsung Q60A and currently offers the large 4K HDR QLED TV for US$1,097 (Image: Samsung)

Deal: Samsung's big 75-inch Q60A 4K HDR QLED TV is on sale at Amazon

At its currently discounted sales price of just US$1,097 on Amazon, the gigantic 75-inch Samsung Q60A QLED TV offers a lot of bang for the buck for prospective buyers of a large mid-range 4K HDR television.
Enrico Frahn, 10 Feb 2022 23:13
The M4 Pro (5G). (Source: POCO)

Rumor | Xiaomi is working on a 4G/LTE-only POCO M4 variant

A new device, purportedly from Xiaomi, has appeared on Geekbench. Its combination of a novel model number and well-worn specs have led to rumors that it is a new addition to the POCO M4 series, albeit without 5G connectivity. Accordingly, it might be a pre-existing Xiaomi device rebranded to fit this description.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Feb 2022 23:10
Garmin Instinct 2 Standard Edition smartwatch (Source: Garmin)

Garmin intros the Instinct 2 rugged GPS smartwatch

The latest batch of rugged GPS smartwatches by Garmin consists of both solar and non-solar models, in two sizes. Compared to their predecessors, the new Instinct smartwatches feature an improved SpO2 sensor, an NFC chip, as well as the ability to calculate VO₂ max levels. Solar models also promise unlimited battery life.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Feb 2022 22:41
Android 13 now supports themed icons for third-party apps as well. (Image Source: Google)

Android 13 Developer Preview 1 "Tiramisu" now available for Pixel 4 to Pixel 6 Pro, brings system-wide photo picker, themed app icons, and more

Google, today, released the first Android 13 Developer Preview codenamed Tiramisu. The new Android version that is slated to hit devices sometime after July 2022 will bring new privacy features such as a system-wide photo picker, themed app icons for third-party apps, faster hyphenation, and more. Android 13 DP1 currently is meant only for developers and can be used in the Android Emulator or flashed manually on compatible Pixel devices including the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Feb 2022 22:18
The upcoming C35. (Source: Realme)

Update | The Realme C35 is an upcoming budget-class phone that will launch with a flagship design

Realme has announced that it will introduce a new C-series smartphone to its audience in Thailand soon. It has already been teased as a device with looks quite like those of its current flagships, and even has a main camera of a resolution that might be found in one, not to mention a markedly large battery. However, based on the SoC for which the C35 is destined, it is not likely to cost all that much.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Feb 2022 22:13
Despite strong competition from Intel's Alder Lake processors, AMD has managed to set a new record in terms of overall CPU market share (Image: Benjamin Lehman)

AMD sets new CPU market share record despite Intel's Alder Lake gains in the desktop and laptop segment

Thanks to a strong performance in the server and gaming console segments, AMD has now bested its previous CPU market share record which has been set during the old glory days of 2006. However, Intel posted gains in the all-important desktop and mobile processor markets in part due to the recent release of its Alder Lake chipsets.
Enrico Frahn, 10 Feb 2022 22:06
The Spectrum monitor. (Source: Eve Devices)

Eve Devices announces an upgrade coming to pre-order customers for its Spectrum monitor - with some caveats

Eve Devices touted the Spectrum monitor as one coming with the most gamer-pleasing specs possible thanks to its 'crowd-designed' nature. Now, it has announced that one of them - the 240Hz refresh rate - is getting a bump prior to shipping. However, the good news comes with some disclaimers, not the least of which is that the rate-boost only applies to one SKU.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Feb 2022 21:53
Some users are irriated by the unfixed jelly scrolling issue of the long-awaited 2021 iPad mini 6 (Image: Apple)

Apple faces class action lawsuit over the jelly scrolling issue on the iPad mini 6

The plaintiff accuses Apple of fraudulent marketing because it continues to sell the 2021 iPad mini 6 without fixing the jelly scrolling issue or disclosing it in its marketing materials.
Enrico Frahn, 10 Feb 2022 20:47
Make your iPad last longer than ever before with these helpful tips! (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 ways you can maximize battery life on your iPad

Whether you are trying to squeeze in the last few minutes of an in-flight movie, or struggling to meet that presentation deadline on time, we could all use a little more battery life on our iPad. Follow the tips on this list to squeeze more screen-on time out of your iPad in just a few taps.
Brahm Shank, 10 Feb 2022 20:13
Wordle is now an online sensation. (Image Source: Showbiz Cheat Sheet)

YouTuber deduces "Crane" as Wordle's best starting word but with a caveat

Wordle has now become an online sensation with users on social media posting their scores in the five-letter word guessing game on a daily basis. A YouTuber has leveraged information theory and an exhaustive list of five-letter words to arrive at what could be the best starting word in the game.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Feb 2022 19:58
Discovery might have more to show soon. (Source: Discovery)

Discovery announces its plan to acquire Warner Media

The content stalwarts Discovery and Warner Media are to form one content platform soon, as the former has now acquired the go-ahead to buy the former from US regulators. The merger could lead to a singular mega-streaming service that offers channels such as Animal Planet as well as those such as HBO. Then again, the prospective parent company has yet to confirm its direction once it has made its acquisition.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Feb 2022 18:14
The Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic could prove to be the longest supported of any Wear OS smartwatches. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch4 Classic and upcoming Galaxy Watch series devices to receive 'up to four years' of software updates

After Samsung promised four major Android updates for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and the Galaxy S22 Ultra, the company has made a similar commitment for its latest smartwatches. Starting with the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic, all Galaxy Watch series devices should receive 'up to' four years of One UI Watch updates.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 17:40
1 TB SK Hynix Gold S31 SATA SSD now available on Amazon with a 17 percent discount (Source: Amazon)

Deal | 1 TB SK Hynix Gold S31 SATA SSD is on sale for US$79.04 until Sunday

Those who are still using a SATA drive for various reasons can grab the 1 TB SK Hynix Gold S31 SSD for 17 percent off. After the discount, the regular price of US$94.99 goes down to US$79.04, which is very good for one of the best-rated SATA SSDs currently available for purchase.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Feb 2022 17:36
The Nord CE 2 official peeks out of the shadows. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus' launch of the Nord CE 2 is slated to exceed expectations

OnePlus has publicly acknowledged that the rumored second-gen Nord CE smartphone exists for the first time, and has confirmed a launch date for the phone, in one fell swoop. The brand has indicated that the product event will also unveil a change of branding for its speedy charging technology. Furthermore, it seems the new Nord is to offer expandable storage, not to mention a headphone jack.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Feb 2022 17:34
A quad-core processor now powers the Hi10 Go. (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi doubles the core-count of the Hi10 Go with Intel Celeron N5100 processor upgrade

Chuwi has finally released the Hi10 Go with the Celeron N5100, a processor that it promised for the 2-in-1 before launching it with the Celeron N4500 instead. The Celeron N5100-powered machine remains at US$299 though and is still available with a keyboard and pen.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 17:00
The Linkbuds WF-L900 have a more unusual design than most Sony earbuds. (Image source: WinFuture)

Sony Linkbuds WF-L900 to launch for €199.99 as specifications leak

The Sony Linkbuds WF-L900 will be officially presented in a few days. An extensive leak now confirms the price and specifications of the unusual earbuds in advance.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 16:52
It looks like a true next-generation Surface Pro X could be in development, Surface Pro 8 pictured. (Image source: Microsoft)

Possible next-generation Surface Pro X surpasses Intel Tiger Lake-U processors with a Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 SoC

Several benchmark leaks suggest that Microsoft is developing a new ARM-based Surface device. Presumably a next-generation Surface Pro X, the device manages better multi-core performance than Intel's fastest Intel Tiger Lake-U processor thanks to its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 SoC.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 16:41
The Redmi K50 Gaming and its Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition counterpart. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi K50: Flat display, more official renders and Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition teased ahead of February 16 launch event

Xiaomi is bringing two versions of the Redmi K50 Gaming to market, including Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition. The pair will feature a flat display with a punch-hole front-facing camera and up to 12 GB of RAM with 256 GB of storage. Both could debut with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, too.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 15:17
The Exynos 2200 may only offer a limited performance uplift over the Exynos 2100. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung provides details on the performance of the Exynos 2200 with low clock speeds and an RDNA 2 GPU

Samsung's latest Galaxy S smartphones rely on an Exynos chipset again in Europe, with the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra all utilising the Exynos 2200. According to Samsung's official performance data, the Exynos 2200 is between 5% to 17% faster than the outgoing Exynos 2100.
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 14:32
It'll be a while before we get to see the Intel Arc Alchemist graphics cards in action (image via Moore's Law is dead on YouTube)

Intel Arc Alchemist launch postponed to Q2, 2022 due to driver issues

YouTuber Moore's Law is Dead has heard from multiple sources that the Intel Arc Alchemist graphics cards will not be launched in Q1, 2022. Intel is expected to shed more light on the lineup at PAX East, and low-end mobile SKUs could be launched first.
Anil Ganti, 10 Feb 2022 14:21
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