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The Galaxy S22 Ultra should be joined by the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus in February 2022. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung Galaxy S22 Note: FCC certifies upcoming flagship with a built-in S Pen and a new LED View Cover

The FCC has confirmed that Samsung will release a new LED View Cover alongside the Galaxy S22 Note. The regulatory body also appears to confirm that the Galaxy S22 Note has a built-in S Pen, which would be a first for the Galaxy S series.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 15:39
Customizable PS5 console covers are finally here

Sony unveils coloured side plates for the PS5; new DualSense colourways also announced

PS5 users will soon be able to customize their consoles with new colours such as Midnight Black, Cosmic Red, Nova Pink, Starlight Blue, and Galactic Purple. Sony has also announced new DualSense colourways. Select variants will be available for purchase in January 2022 in a handful of regions.
Anil Ganti, 13 Dec 2021 15:38
Shiba Inu now supported by more merchants (Source: Steamindia)

More merchants support Shiba Inu payments as the US$0.01 milestone remains a dream

While its long-term momentum remains weak, Shiba Inu continues to climb in popularity thanks to its adoption as a payment option by Flexa. The services of this crypto payment company are supported by merchants like GameStop, Lowe's, Nordstrom, and more, with a total of over 40,000 stores across the US.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Dec 2021 15:32
The Galaxy S22 should be available in multiple colours. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Leaked Samsung Galaxy S22 hands-on photo emerges in a stealthy colourway with three rear-facing cameras

Ice Universe has shared a hands-on photo of the Galaxy S22, the entry-level option in the Galaxy S22 series. The photo confirms the device's rear design and that it has three rear-facing cameras.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 15:28
The OnePlus Nord N20 5G has shown up online once again

Key OnePlus Nord N20 5G design elements highlighted by aluminium dummy

We get yet another peek at the OnePlus Nord N20 5G, thanks to an aluminium dummy of the smartphone. Except for the radically different camera layout, its design is quite similar to the Nord N10 5G.
Anil Ganti, 13 Dec 2021 14:27
The Huawei Watch D should launch in ten days. (Image source: Weibo)

Leaked Huawei Watch D hands-on photos confirm design, blood pressure monitoring and ECG functionality

Huawei may be ten days away from revealing the Watch D, but hands-on photos have already leaked. The photos confirm several aspects, including the smartwatch's design and that it can monitor blood pressure levels.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 13:29
The Galaxy S22 Ultra could be marketed as the Galaxy S22 Note. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Galaxy S22 Note spotted as the SM-S908U on Samsung support website and Camera FV-5 database

The Galaxy S22 Ultra is edging closer to being released, possibly as the Galaxy S22 Note. In that vein, Samsung has confirmed that it plans to release the SM-S908U in China, seemingly with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. The same variant has appeared on the Camera FV-5 database with an ISOCELL HM3 camera.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 13:23
B660, H570, and H610 boards will succeed B560 parts like the one pictured (Image source: MSI)

Tipster outs a raft of B660, H610, and H670 budget LGA 1700 boards for Alder Lake: DDR4 H610 models could hit a sub-US$100 price point

Leaker @momomo_us revealed a list of possible H670, B660, and H610 budget motherboards for the Alder Lake LGA 1700 platform from various vendors. The entry-level options here, like the Gigabyte H610I DDR4, could provide budget gamers a sub-US$100 entry point to Alder Lake in the months to come.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Dec 2021 12:24
Large-scale mining farms, even with current-gen cards can hit hashrates of 4 TH/s or more (Image source: Bits Be Trippin')

Alleged GeForce RTX 4090 Ti and Radeon RX 7000 mining farm spotted on Flexpool, delivering nearly 4 million dollars per month at 4.3 TH/s

A mining farm was recently spotted on Flexpool that appears to incorporate GeForce RTX 4090 Ti and AMD Radeon RX 7000 GPUs. While there's no way to verify if the parts are indeed next-gen AMD and NVIDIA hardware, the farm's 4.3 TH/s hash rate suggests that high-performance parts are at work.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Dec 2021 12:02
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Hackers tweet that India has accepted Bitcoin as official currency from PM Modi's account

Hackers tweet that India has accepted Bitcoin as official currency from PM Modi's account

India is currently working on a comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation to regulate the digital assets market in the country which may lead to an outright Bitcoin ban. The final say will be on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose Twitter account was hacked to announce India accepts Bitcoin as legal tender immediately after his comments that India should "jointly shape global norms for emerging technologies like social media and cryptocurrencies so that they are used to empower democracy, not to undermine it."
Daniel Zlatev, 13 Dec 2021 11:10
The OnePlus Nord 2 CE could offer a significant upgrade over its predecessor

Leaked OnePlus Nord 2 CE specs suggest that it could pack a MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC

OnePlus is expected to launch the OnePlus Nord 2 CE in early 2022 for around INR 28,000 (US$370). Some of its key specifications include a 90Hz AMOLED screen, a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging, 64MP triple rear cameras and a MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC.
Anil Ganti, 13 Dec 2021 10:47
The Realme GT2 Pro. (Source: Realme)

Realme GT2 Pro set to debut with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 on December 20

Realme looks set to debut its ambitious flagship phone yet, the Realme GT2 Pro, next week. The company has now shared an invitation for a "special event" that will likely see the unveiling of the Realme GT2 series, with the Realme GT2 Pro set to land with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.
Ricci Rox, 13 Dec 2021 10:30
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Gigabyte will sell at least eight BRIX Extreme mini-PCs. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte BRIX Extreme: 'Competitively priced' mini-PCs launching soon with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U APU

Gigabyte has confirmed that it will be launching BRIX Extreme mini-PCs soon, likely in early 2022. Up to an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U APU will be available, complemented by a host of ports and dual-channel SO-DIMM RAM.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 00:36
DJI has published new firmware for the Mavic 3 drone. (Image source: DJI)

DJI Mavic 3 receives promised features in firmware update along with a new DJI Fly app

DJI has released new firmware for the Mavic 3, its latest drone. An updated DJI Fly app accompanies the firmware release, now at version 1.5.4. Both updates are available now.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 00:28
A successor to the Mini 2 may not be the only device DJI releases in 2022. (Image source: DJI)

Leaked DJI roadmap reveals the Mini 3, Inspire 3, Pocket 3 and more for 2022

According to a leaked roadmap, DJI plans to release multiple new products next year, including a Mini 3 drone. Supposedly, a DJI Pocket 3 is due too, among other devices.
Alex Alderson, 13 Dec 2021 00:25
The Apache log4j vulnerability can potentially be used by threat actors to hack into Steam, Twitter, and other services (Image source: Panda Security)

Apache Log4j zero-day exploit could be used by hackers to target users on Steam, Twitter, Amazon, and other platforms

A zero-day exploit was recently identified within the Apache log4j logging library, which can potentially be used by hackers to take over entire servers via logging messages. The vulnerability affects a number of online services, from Steam and Twitter to Amazon and Minecraft, among others.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 23:59
The KnowU device (R) and UBand wearable (L) offer a pain-free alternative to finger sticking. (Image source: Know Labs - edited)

KnowU and UBand Bio-RFID non-invasive blood glucose monitors target painful finger-sticking eradication as comparison tests show promise

Comparison test results for the KnowU and UBand Bio-RFID non-invasive blood glucose monitors have shown a lot of promise for those eager to move away from the painful finger-sticking solution for checking blood sugar levels. The company behind the KnowU and UBand monitors is targeting a cost usage estimate of less than US$1,000 per year.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Dec 2021 23:52
Is this the 12 Pro in a case? (Source: GizmoChina)

Xiaomi 12 Pro: a new case leak contradicts the last with hints at additional camera hardware

The 12 Pro is projected as one of the higher-end new phones Xiaomi should release soon. A recent leak purported to reveal how its cases might look and, thus, how its rear cameras would be arranged. However, a new tip along the same lines calls the alleged design into question on a specific point.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 22:44
Budget Realme phones like the INR 13,999 (US$185) Realme 8i helped the company pip Samsung to second place in the Indian market (Image source: Realme)

Realme overtakes Samsung as the second-largest smartphone brand in India, with 18 percent market share and 9.3 million October units sold

Realme has emerged as India's second-largest smartphone brand, capturing 17 percent market share in October 2021, according to a Counterpoint Research report. The budget smartphone maker overtook Samsung for second place, with over 9 million phones sold, just in October 2021.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 22:40
Samsung's new 8KTVs will use MiniLED technology for better local dimming (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung aims to sell more 8KTVs than 4K OLED TVs in 2022, per report, with a raft of 8K MiniLED models expected early next year

According to a report in The Elec, Samsung is planning on launching a raft of MiniLED 8K TVs in 2022, using its "Neo QLED" technology. Samsung's 2022 flagship lineup will also feature new 4K OLED TVs, including some with panels sourced from LG.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 22:17
The Galaxy Tab S8 series may only be available in two colours. (Image source: @OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8 Plus and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra memory configurations leak with colour options in tow

Samsung premium tablets are also set to arrive at the beginning of 2022, dovetailing the Galaxy S22 series. While the trio are a few months away, their memory configurations and colour options have already leaked.
Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2021 22:16
Apple's new Messages update might act like this. (Source: Bloomberg)

iOS 15.2 is the update in which Apple will start to roll its anti-CSAM system out

iOS 15.2 is the next upcoming version of Apple's proprietary software for iPhones. According to a prominent industry correspondent, it is the one that will start adding features intended to prevent abusive content reaching a child's device. It might contain measures to help allay well-publicized concerns about its impact on privacy.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 22:07
The MSI Z690 GODLIKE will feature a removable touchscreen panel that showcases vital system stats (Image source: MSI)

MSI outs a new Z690 GODLIKE motherboard teaser, highlighting the LGA 1700 board's truly massive 3.5-in removable touchscreen panel

MSI outed a new video that teased its upcoming MSI Z690 GODLIKE flagship motherboard for Alder Lake. The video highlighted one of the Z690 GODLIKE's key features: a 3.5-in touchscreen panel, connected via USB Type-C.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 21:41
Google is building a Google Play Games app for Windows 10 and 11 PCs. (Image: Niclas Illg via Unsplash)

Google is developing a Google Play Games app for Windows that will be available in 2022

Google announced that the company is developing a native app whereby players can play Google Play games natively on their Windows PCs. The app is being built without the input of Microsoft or other platforms and will allow gamers to resume their gameplay across Android and Windows devices. The software is expected to launch in 2022.
Aleem Ali, 12 Dec 2021 21:36
The unannounced RX 6500 XT is likely to feature 4GB of GDDR6 VRAM (Image source: AMD)

Lenovo lists the AMD RX 6500 XT as a 4GB discrete GPU for the Legion T5 Gaming prebuilt: entry-level RDNA2 card could arrive soon

Lenovo accidentally listed the AMD RX 6500 XT as a discrete GPU option for its Legion T5 prebuilt gaming PCs. According to the Lenovo document, the RX 6500 XT will feature 4GB of GDDR6, in line with previous leaks.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 20:28
Spacious HP 17 laptop with 11th gen Intel Core i5, Windows 11, and 512 GB SSD now on sale for $499 USD (Source: Walmart)

Deal | Spacious HP 17 laptop on sale for $499 USD with full sRGB 1080p display, 11th gen Core i5, Windows 11, and 512 GB NVMe SSD

It'll be tough to find a 17.3-inch laptop with the same Tiger Lake Core i5-1135G7 CPU and 100% sRGB IPS display for under $500 USD. The deal maximizes display quality and performance while the chassis design takes a back seat.
Allen Ngo, 12 Dec 2021 19:41
The MX550 may deliver over 15 percent better performance compared to the MX450 (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA GeForce MX550 pops up in Geekbench: Ampere GA107 part with 2GB of VRAM and 2048 CUDA cores bests the MX450 by 15 percent

According to a report by ITHome, Lenovo and other laptop makers could be prepping entry-level notebooks equipped with the GeForce MX550. The MX550 will reportedly be the first Ampere card with just 2GB of VRAM, and will feature 2048 CUDA cores.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 19:38
Arc Alchemist's GPU die measures nearly 400mm2, roughly the same size as GA104 (Image source: Intel)

Intel Arc Alchemist die size leaks out: 396mm2 Alchemist chip on par with the GA104 found in the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

After Moore's Law is dead leaked die shots of the Intel Arc Alchemist GPU die, @Locunza_ took measurements, discovering that Alchemist's 396mm2 GPU die is roughly the same size as GA104, the GPU powering the GeForce RTX 3070 and 3070 Ti.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 19:25
An allegedly leaked AMD slide for Genoa. (Source: ComputerBase)

Rumor | One Zen 4-based AMD EPYC processor could support up to 12TB of DDR5 RAM thanks to its advanced specs

AMD's next generation of EPYC processors, currently referred to as "Genoa", are tipped to support 12-channel memory. Now, it is also slated to support 1TB of DDR5 RAM via each of these channels, for a grand total of 12TB. Then again, it may be capable of doing so under certain server-grade conditions only.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 19:09
The M1 Max MacBook Pro delivered up to 5x the rendering performance of a Core i9-equipped system in Adobe LightRoom (Image source: Apple)

CNET benchmarks indicate that the Apple MacBook Pro with the M1 Max chip is up to 4.8 times faster than Intel Macs in Adobe Lightroom

A benchmark test by CNET indicates that the new Apple Silicon M1 Max-equipped MacBook is up to 5 times faster than the models featuring an Intel Core i9 CPU. This is largely down to Apple's massive gains in GPU performance, with the M1 Max delivering rendering power on par with the GeForce RTX 3060.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 18:41
The Moto Edge X30. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola closes the Moto Edge X30's first pre-sale event early as all stock of the new flagship phone sells out

Motorola's Moto Edge X30 is now officially the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered smartphone on Earth, as it has been released to pre-order in China. This event was originally intended to run until December 15, 2021; however, a company executive now claims that it has ended prematurely as all available stock has now been snapped up.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 18:11
The Watch Fit Mini may become available in China soon. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch D retail packaging allegedly leaks out ahead of the wearable's launch

The Watch D is projected to be Huawei's first smartwatch marketed as one capable of clinical-grade blood pressure-monitoring. Now, a box presented as the wearable's original packaging may confirm that this is the case. This leak has emerged alongside claims that the Watch Fit Mini will launch alongside it later in December 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 17:33
Gamers can play as the vile Vladimir Harkonnen in the upcoming Dune: Spice Wars. (Image via Shiro Games)

Dune: Spice Wars is a new strategy game coming to PCs in early 2022

Dune: Spice Wars is a new real-time strategy game with 4X elements coming in early 2022. The game takes place in the Dune universe and will draw heavily from Frank Herbert's classic sci-fi novel as well as the expanded Dune media. The title will be available for purchase in Early Access next year.
Sam Medley, 12 Dec 2021 01:03
A top-end Galaxy S22 variant render. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

A Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered "Samsung Galaxy S22 Note" shows up on Geekbench

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra - or, as the latest rumors have it, S22 Note - is believed to launch with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor in some markets. A new Geekbench 5 listing is thought to correspond with this device, although some of its details contradict earlier spec-related leaks.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 23:23
Anker claims to be at the top of its market. (Source: Anker)

Anker claims to have become the world's number 1 in mobile charging accessories

Anker now reports that it became the "world's No.1 mobile charging brand" in 2020. It also marked its 10th anniversary as such a company in 2021, and attributes much of its success to becoming a leader in USB Power Delivery- (USB-PD) compatible accessories. It also now has a line in MagSafe-compatible products, as well as new type-C devices.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 19:13
Amazon was fined €1.1 billion by Italy's antitrust authority (AGCM) for misusing its hold on the online shopping market. (Image: Brian Angelo via Unsplash)

Amazon receives €1.1 billion fine in Italy for exploiting its market dominance

Amazon was penalized by Italy's antitrust authority (AGCM) for misusing its market dominance. The AGCM fined the company €1.1 billion and stated that Amazon coaxed Italian shops to use its shipping service by promising perks such as Prime label and participation in sale events such as Black Friday. Amazon stated that the company will appeal the ruling.
Aleem Ali, 11 Dec 2021 19:03
The Wemax Go. (Source: Wemax)

The Wemax Go is touted as the thinnest ALPD projector on Indiegogo

The Wemax Go is a DLP projector rated to throw an up to 120-inch image with HDR support and a maximal brightness of 600 ANSI lumens. However, unlike most products with such specs, it is also designed to be just 1 inch in height. Its maker, asserting that it is the thinnest product capable of the ALPD standard, has put it up for crowdfunding on Indiegogo.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 18:42
The total Bitcoin mining hash rate is now higher than before the Chinese ban on miners

The total Bitcoin mining hash rate is now higher than before the Chinese ban on miners

The Bitcoin mining network has demonstrated its resilience in the face of major country crackdowns, as the Total Hash Rate of miners completely recovered to pre-Chinese ban levels on Friday. Analysts are saying that the reason behind this quick recovery of the global Bitcoin mining network was due to a combination of factors. On one hand we had the swift reactions of mining companies which moved to more welcoming countries like Russia, Kazakhstan, or the U.S., and on the other there was the Fed's money printing spree that left investors with tons of cash they had to park somewhere.
Daniel Zlatev, 11 Dec 2021 18:12
OxygenOS 12 may have serious problems. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus put the brakes on the Android 12 update for its 9-series flagships

OnePlus announced it was ready to roll the stable version of its Android 12-based software upgrade for the 9 and 9 Pro not long ago. Now, however, the OEM has stated it is necessary to "suspend" this process, thanks to user reports of multiple bugs and issues found in this official OS version, which its software team now needs to fix.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 17:44
A Redmi K50 render. (Source: EasyAccessTech)

The Redmi K50 series allegedly starts to gain approval for sale in China

Redmi is currently tipped to launch one of the most hotly-anticipated line of smartphones as the K50 series, not the least because one of them is tipped to launch with the new MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC. This variant - the rumored Gaming edition - is the one said to have passed through testing by an official Chinese body.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 17:12
Not the S22 Ultra after all? (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Rumor | The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is dead, long live the Galaxy S22 Note

Samsung's next top-end phone is projected to be called the Galaxy S22 Ultra, despite its rumored acquisition of an integrated S Pen. However, the latest word from a prolific leaker is that the South Korean giant intends to drop the flagship branding of this year for one that more accurately reflects the apparent merging of its premium smartphone and phablet lines.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2021 16:29
Matter's connectivity protocol could improve connectivity between smart devices from different companies. (Image source: Matter)

The Matter connectivity standard for TVs could give you more ways to control your smart device

The new Matter connectivity protocol could improve the interconnectivity between smart devices from different manufacturers. One element of this standard relates to TVs and streaming devices, which would mean that you could control your Amazon TV using a Google Nest hub.
Polly Allcock, 11 Dec 2021 15:25
The Redmi Note 11. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 11 tipped to arrive globally with a Snapdragon 680 onboard

After releasing the Redmi Note 11 series in China, Xiaomi looks set to bring the phones to the global market. Thankfully, though, it appears the vanilla Redmi Note 11, at least, will make the trip without a MediaTek processor, with Xiaomi seemingly geared to exchange replace the Dimensity 810 on Chinese models with Qualcomm's 4G chipset, the Snapdragon 680.
Ricci Rox, 11 Dec 2021 10:44
HP Omen 16 with Ryzen 7 5800H Zen 3 CPU, GeForce RTX 3070 GPU, and 16.1-inch 144 Hz full sRGB IPS display now on sale for $1309 USD (Source: HP)

Deal | HP Omen 16 with Ryzen 7 5800H Zen 3 CPU, Thunderbolt 4, and 16.1-inch 144 Hz full sRGB IPS display now on sale for $1309 USD

The 16 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM and 512 GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD are both easily upgradeable. For Thunderbolt 4, however, you'll have to consider the pricier Intel version.
Allen Ngo, 11 Dec 2021 04:18
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The limited edition NZXT H710i gaming PC case comes in a flashy and colorful Cyberpunk 2077 design (Image: NZXT)

NZXT launches flashy Cyberpunk 2077 gaming PC case

The bug-riddled RPG Cyberpunk 2077 might have already turned into an afterthought for many gamers, but hardcore fans of the game will be excited to hear that the well-known American company NZXT has now released a limited Cyberpunk 2077 edition of its popular H710i case.
Enrico Frahn, 11 Dec 2021 00:39
Microsoft will finally release a Windows 11 update which fixes slower than usual SSD write speeds (Image: Microsoft)

Windows 11 update includes bugfix which enables faster SSD write speeds

With the upcoming optional KB5007262 update, Microsoft finally fixes a frustrating Windows 11 bug which significantly reduced the random write speeds of both SSDs as well as conventional hard drives.
Enrico Frahn, 10 Dec 2021 23:21
An alleged "Mate V" case. (Source: Ice Universe via Weibo)

Huawei Mate V: a case leak purports to confirm the foldable smartphone's design

Huawei is projected to challenge Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip3 with a device tipped to be called the Mate V on its 2022 launch. Now, the design predicted for this clamshell foldable phone has appeared again in another new leak. This one allegedly captures a case made to protect the upcoming device.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Dec 2021 22:42
BTC will probably never switch to proof-of-stake. (Image Source: Bitcoin-trading.io)

Ripple co-founder proposes migration from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus for Bitcoin

It is highly likely that such a proposal will be met with great opposition from the Bitcoin mining community, as this would effectively shave off important revenue growth from the big mining firms that have been recently listed on the big stock exchanges. Additionally, the proof-of-stake consensus is not as secure as the proof-of-work one, and miners are open to using green energy sources.
Bogdan Solca, 10 Dec 2021 21:16
Realme asserts it has a world-beating new flagship on the way. (Source: Realme)

Rumor | Realme's GT2 Pro will have up to 1TB of internal storage

The Realme GT2 Pro is touted to match up to the most powerful smartphones in the world with the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. Now, it is also said to challenge them in another way, by offering a SKU with the current top end of internal storage the industry can offer. It may be paired to 12GB of RAM in the upcoming flagship.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Dec 2021 20:29
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