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Jan 9, 2022
The S Pen for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra offers incredibly fast response times. (Image source: XEETECHCARE)

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra S-Pen stylus delivers 3x the speed of the Galaxy Note20 Ultra's variant

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra’s S Pen is apparently more than three times faster than the input device for the Galaxy Note20 Ultra. On top of that highlight, future S22 Ultra owners can expect 12-bit HDR support and there are further reminders of a 108 MP main camera and 45 W wired fast-charging support.
Daniel R Deakin, 09 Jan 2022 18:04
AMD's decision to use just 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM on the Radeon RX 6500 XT is apparently to deter cryptocurrency miners. (Image Source: AMD)

Frank Azor: Radeon RX 6500 XT's 4 GB VRAM makes it unattractive to crypto miners, 8 GB variant not being ruled out

AMD introduced the RX 6500 XT at CES 2022 targeting budget 1080p gamers, but the use of just 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM has come into question. AMD's Frank Azor clarified that the use of 4 GB VRAM was to deter cryptocurrency miners from subjecting gamers to an availability disadvantage. Azor said that AMD FSR and RSR combined with the RX 6500 XT's high boost clocks should enable smooth gaming at 1080p, though an 8 GB version down the line is not being ruled out.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Jan 2022 17:12
First 3D-printed flexible OLED display may herald an era of cheap phone and laptop screens

First 3D-printed flexible OLED display may herald an era of cheap phone and laptop screens

OLED display manufacturing requires big machines and clean factories, making flexible OLED panels in modern phones and laptops the most expensive component there. Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have managed to create the first bendy OLED screen done entirely by 3D-printing all of its active diodes, interconnects, and encapsulation, paving the way for cheaper OLEDs in the future.
Daniel Zlatev, 09 Jan 2022 17:08
Tesla owners reveal how they mine for Bitcoin and Ethereum with the electric car's battery and GPU

Tesla owners reveal how they mine for Bitcoin and Ethereum with the electric car's battery and GPU

A couple of enterprising Tesla owners have been using their electric cars to mine for cryptocurrencies or privacy tokens like Monero. According to them, the most profitable way to mine for crypto with a Tesla is to use a hacked firmware and hook graphics processing units directly to the electric motor. One Tesla Model 3 owner reveals that this way he was able to net up to $800 a month in Ethereum when the cryptocurrency was at its record price.
Daniel Zlatev, 09 Jan 2022 16:31
AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Rembrandt-HS (Zen 3+) x86 6 cores @ 3300 - 4500 MHz 6nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS processor
AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Rembrandt-HS (Zen 3+) x86 8 cores @ 3200 - 4700 MHz 6nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS processor
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Rembrandt-H (Zen 3+) x86 8 cores @ 3300 - 4900 MHz 6nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS processor
AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Rembrandt-HS (Zen 3+) x86 8 cores @ 3300 - 5000 MHz 6nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the AMD Ryzen 9 6980HS processor
Intel Pentium 8500 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Pentium 8500 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 5 cores @ 700 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Pentium 8500 processor
Intel Core i3-1210U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i3-1210U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 6 cores @ 700 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i3-1210U processor
Intel Core i5-1230U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i5-1230U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 10 cores @ 700 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i5-1230U processor
Gigabyte A5 X1 in review: Powerful gaming laptop

The Gigabyte A5 X1 allows for gaming without noise

The Ryzen 9 5900HX APU and the GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU bring all modern computer games smoothly onto the matte Full HD display (240 Hz) of the A5 X1. It scores points with good color reproduction. The laptop also offers space for up to three storage drives.
Sascha Mölck, 09 Jan 2022 09:03
Powerful Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16 on sale for $886 USD with Ryzen 7 5800H CPU, GeForce GTX 1650 graphics, and 16 GB RAM (Source: Lenovo)

Deal | Powerful Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16 on sale for $886 USD with Ryzen 7 5800H CPU, GeForce GTX 1650 graphics, and 16 GB RAM

If you want an Ultrabook with the performance of a gaming laptop without needing to spend a fortune, then this 16-inch 120 Hz IdeaPad 5 Pro may surprise you with its high specifications and thin profile.
Allen Ngo, 09 Jan 2022 06:30
Intel's upcoming Core i9-13900K will allegedly come with 24 cores and 32 threads. (Image source: Intel)

Leak indicates Intel's 13th gen Core i9-13900K to pack 24 cores and 32 threads

A recent leak seemingly confirms that Intel’s upcoming Core i9-13900K will rock 24 cores and 32 threads. Intel is reportedly preparing the Bootlog for its 13th gen Raptor Lake CPUs, which means that the development of the CPUs hasn’t slowed down.
Fawad Murtaza, 09 Jan 2022 03:13
Jan 8, 2022
The "Mix 5 Pro" might look like this. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Rumor | The Xiaomi Mix 5 Pro will launch with a second-gen custom ISP for its top-end camera hardware

The latest leaks suggest that Xiaomi will launch the upcoming "12 Ultra" as the Mix 5 Pro instead. Now, a new tip indicates that it will be the second flagship from the OEM to debut with one of its in-house image signalling processors (ISPs) - maybe even a new one. It might enhance the work of 3 high-end rear cameras.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2022 23:56
A recent S22 Ultra render. (Source: Evan Blass)

Rumor | Samsung will launch a new fast-charging power brick as an optional, Galaxy S22 Ultra-compatible, purchase

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is said to upgrade to its OEM's maximum mobile charging rate on its launch. Now, a well-regarded leaker claims to have found evidence of this, in the form of marketing material for a new power brick that supports this power standard. However, this accessory will almost certainly not come in the box with one of these new flagships.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2022 23:02
The GT2 Pro is apparently on its way to India. (Source: Realme)

Realme confirms a global version of the GT2 Pro is coming, along with new laptops and tablets, in 2022

Realme International's head of business, Madhav Sheth, has given an interview in which a launch for the GT2 Pro outside China is on the cards. This announcement has recently been confirmed by the sighting of what might be the flagship phone on the BIS certification website. Sheth has indicated that the OEM's 2022 line-up will also include more laptops and tablets.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2022 19:38
Could PayPal really unveil its own crypto soon? (Source: PayPal)

PayPal is reportedly considering the release of its own stablecoin

PayPal has indicated to the media that it is currently "exploring" the prospect of its very own stablecoin (a form of cryptocurrency pegged to the value of fiat or a commodity standard). This announcement follows the discovery of code to this effect allegedly discovered by a developer in one of the major payment service's mobile apps.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2022 18:55
The VAVA Chroma projector beat the GPD WIN 3 to become the highest-funded campaign on Indiegogo in 2021. (Image source: VAVA/GPD/Indiegogo - edited)

VAVA Chroma triple laser projector beats GPD WIN 3 to become Indiegogo's 2021 campaign champion with US$7.59 million funding

The VAVA Chroma triple laser projector has pipped the Lomi compost maker to become the highest-funded campaign on Indiegogo in 2021. The triple laser projector attracted over US$7.5 million in funding and even beat out the highly popular GPD WIN 3 handheld console in terms of amount backed.
Daniel R Deakin, 08 Jan 2022 18:52
MSI Alpha 15 with Ryzen 5 5800H and Radeon RX 6600M AMD Advantage review

83% MSI Alpha 15 Gaming Laptop Review: Ryzen 7 5800H and Radeon RX 6600M augur well for mainstream 1080p gaming

YayyMD Advantage! The MSI Alpha 15 is one among the handful of AMD Advantage gaming laptops available. Powered by the Ryzen 7 5800H and Radeon RX 6600M, the Alpha 15 comes with the promise of achieving 100 fps at 1080p High in modern games. We find this to be largely true, giving laptops with the Core i7-11800H and the RTX 3060 a run for their money. However, there are areas where MSI had to compromise in order to strike a balance between price and performance.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Radeon RX 6600M, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 08 Jan 2022 14:24
The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max could resemble this concept render. (Image source: MacRumors)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max display panel design leaks with reflective Face ID and pill-shaped camera cut-outs

The notion that the iPhone 14 Pro series will feature Face ID hardware and a pill-shaped punch-hole is gaining steam. According to reports, Apple has included two cut-outs in its next-generation displays, but one will be reflective and invisible when using either the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max. The reflective cut-out will be for Face ID, leaving a pill-shaped cut-out for a front-facing camera.
Alex Alderson, 08 Jan 2022 13:51
The Pixel Fold could feature the same SoC as the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. (Image source: Waqar Khan)

The Pixel Fold takes a trip to Geekbench with a Google Tensor SoC and 12 GB of RAM under its Google Pipit codename

The Pixel Fold has appeared on Geekbench in two listings under its codename 'Pipit'. The supposedly authentic listings show the Pixel Fold with 12 GB of RAM and a Google Tensor SoC, mirroring the Pixel 6 Pro.
Alex Alderson, 08 Jan 2022 13:19
Intel Core i5-1240U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i5-1240U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 10 cores @ 800 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i5-1240U processor
Intel Core i7-1250U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i7-1250U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 10 cores @ 800 - 4700 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i7-1250U processor
Intel Core i7-1260U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i7-1260U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 10 cores @ 800 - 4700 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i7-1260U processor
Jan 7, 2022
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A new iQOO 9 poster. (Source: iQOO IN)

The iQOO 9 series is officially coming to India

The iQOO 9 and 9 Pro have just launched as 2 of the most powerful Android smartphones of 2022 thus far - albeit in China only. Now, the OEM has announced that it is coming to another market in which it has become quite active: India. Then again, they may or may not come with all their top specs on arrival.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2022 23:12
This year's X15 refresh will be the first all-Intel premium gaming laptop kit. (Image Source: Intel)

First all-Intel NUC “Alder County” gaming laptop kit with Alder Lake-P CPU and ARC Alchemist dGPU launching in Q2 2022

Intel is updating all the NUC laptop kits with Alder Lake processors, and the X15 "Alder County" models will also stand out as the first all-Intel premium gaming laptop kit with Alder Lake-P CPUs and ARC Alchemist discrete graphics.
Bogdan Solca, 07 Jan 2022 22:54
The Magic V stars in a new teaser. (Source: Esquire)

Rumor | The Honor Magic V will start for at least as much as the Galaxy Z Fold3

The Honor Magic V will be the OEM's first-gen foldable on its imminent launch. It is projected to come in 2 RAM/storage SKUs, the starting prices for both of which have just leaked out. Should they prove accurate, they would prove as least as costly as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 before it.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2022 22:33
For an incredibly cheap deal price of just US$99, the Lenovo 10e Chromebook Tablet is good for content consumption or other basic computing needs (Image: Lenovo)

Deal: Grab the Lenovo 10e Chromebook Tablet on sale for just US$99

This very cheap Lenovo 10e Chromebook tablet may only be suited for very basic computing needs, but its price can make it a perfect fit for certain use cases in which performance does not really matter.
Enrico Frahn, 07 Jan 2022 22:06
Both Intel and AMD-powered models feature the same case. (Image Source: Asus)

Asus announces PN64 mini PCs with Intel Alder Lake processors and PN52 models with Ryzen 5000H APUs

The PN64 can be equipped with Alder Lake-P processors up to an i7-1280P or Alder Lake-H ones up to an i7-12700H coupled with DDR5-4800 RAM. No Ryzen 6000 processors for the AMD models this year, but the Ryzen 5000H APUs should still make for a decent upgrade over last year's Lucienne Ryzen 5000U options.
Bogdan Solca, 07 Jan 2022 22:05
Fan-made concept renders of the Apple iPhone SE 3 show it in a range of bright colors. (Image source: ConceptsiPhone)

New iPhone SE 3 details emerge: Projected for 2024 launch with 5G iPhone SE model incoming for 2022 instead

Fresh details about the potential Apple iPhone SE 3 have surfaced, and it is not good news for fans hoping to get their hands on the smartphone in 2022. It appears the third-generation iPhone SE won’t be ready until 2024. In the meantime, a 5G variant of the 2020 iPhone SE (iPhone SE 2) will fill the gap.
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Jan 2022 20:52
Boom. (Source: Dushyant Giri Goswami)

New reported OnePlus Nord CE explosion adds to growing concerns about newer OnePlus Nord models

OnePlus and Xiaomi phones look to be walking the path of flames enthusiastically in India. After multiple incidents of OnePlus Nord 2 units exploding, the latest case has a OnePlus Nord CE also combusting spontaneously.
Ricci Rox, 07 Jan 2022 20:48
Scalpers targeting the electric F-150 Lightning pickup truck may have run out of luck (Image: Ford)

Scalping prohibited: Ford F-150 Lightning buyers may not be allowed to sell their electric truck in the first year of ownership

In addition to a provision that should prevent the re-sale of the electric F-150 in the first year of ownership, Ford has also issued a stern warning for dealerships who try to take advantage of their customers by demanding high price markups from F-150 Lightning reservation holders.
Enrico Frahn, 07 Jan 2022 20:23
Microsoft wiggles into electric cars via its award-winning Azure AI voice assistant, exclusive to XPeng EVs

Microsoft wiggles into electric cars via its award-winning Azure AI voice assistant, exclusive to XPeng EVs

Microsoft has partnered with one of the most promising electric car makers, XPeng, to provide its Azure AI-powered voice that scored the highest of any in-car virtual assistant on the MOS voice quality scale. The new EV virtual butler of XPeng will use Microsoft's Azure cloud to offload the processing tasks from the cars' chipset and provide unsurpassed life-like voice command experience inside XPeng's electric cars.
Daniel Zlatev, 07 Jan 2022 20:04
OmniVision debuts the OVB0B. (Source: OmniVision)

CES 2022 | OmniVision announces its first-gen 200MP sensor for mobile devices

OmniVision has just challenged the likes of Samsung with the launch of the OVB0B, its first ever 200 megapixel (MP) camera sensor. Not only does it have the highest resolution known to most CMOS-makers, it is also rated to be the smallest in its class thus far. It is also rated to debut quad phase detection and 16-cell binning for enhanced auto-focus (AF) and low-light performance.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2022 19:11
The new ROG Flow X13 has Zen 3+ cores and an RDNA 2-based iGPU. (Image source: ASUS)

CES 2022 | ASUS ROG Flow X13 refreshed with an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS with RTX 3080 and RX 6850M XT connectivity

ASUS has upgraded the ROG Flow X13, its 13.4-inch convertible with a 4K display. The ROG Flow X13 now features the new Ryzen 9 6900HS and AMD's Radeon 680M iGPU. ASUS still offers the ROG Flow X13 with an RTX 3050 Ti, but the machine can also be connected to an RTX 3080 or an RX 6850M XT for extra graphics horsepower.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 18:57
The ROG Flow Z13 is an extremely powerful tablet. (Image source: ASUS)

CES 2022 | ASUS ROG Flow Z13: 13.4-inch tablet showcased with an Intel Core i9-12900H and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti

ASUS has revealed the ROG Flow Z13, a tablet in which it has crammed a Core i9-12900H and RTX 3050 Ti. The tablet has a 4K and 16:10 display too, along with support for the company's external graphics card docks.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 18:51
An Abbott biowearable. (Source: Abbott)

CES 2022 | Abbott's next-gen biowearables are rated to turn your smartphone into an enhanced personal bio-tracking system

Abbott's best-known consumer products might be the FreeStyle line of blood glucose-monitoring "biowearables". Now, the biomedical OEM has announced that it will expand this category with new tracking prowess. This Lingo series of sensors is touted to put the user in more control over their health and fitness than ever before.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jan 2022 18:31
Tesla rolls out a 175 MPH 'Plaid Track Mode' update for the Model S and a Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit to match

Tesla rolls out a 175 MPH 'Plaid Track Mode' update for the Model S and a Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit to match

If you thought the 1000+ horse powers of the Model S Plaid not pushy enough at 163 miles per hour, Tesla just released the third of its storied line of Track Mode updates that upped the top Model S Plaid speed to 175 MPH. Besides all the new performance features, the update also includes critical break temperature warning to remind you that you have to get Tesla's new US$20,000 Carbon Ceramic Brake kit for the Plaid.
Daniel Zlatev, 07 Jan 2022 17:52
OnePlus has not announced a global OnePlus 10 Pro launch date yet. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 10 Pro camera samples emerge from 150-degree ultra-wide-angle camera with Hasselblad tunings

OnePlus has revealed more camera details about the OnePlus 10 Pro, its next flagship smartphone. Not only has the company shared numerous camera samples, but it has also revealed more details about the sensors used, including an impressive-sounding ultra-wide-angle camera.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 17:46
The Xperia 5 III is one of two Sony smartphones now eligible for Android 12. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

The Sony Xperia 1 III and Xperia 5 III start receiving Android 12 updates

Sony has started upgrading the Xperia 1 III and Xperia 5 III to Android 12, the first smartphones in the company's roster to receive the OS upgrade. According to Sony, Android 12 adds scrolling screenshots, an improved one-handed mode and better privacy features.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 17:41
Intel Pentium 8505 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Pentium 8505 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 5 cores @ 900 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Pentium 8505 processor
Intel Core i3-1215U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel Core i3-1215U Processor - Benchmarks and Specs

Alder Lake-U x86 6 cores @ 900 - 4400 MHz 10nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i3-1215U processor
The Redmi Note 11S could feature the Samsung ISOCELL HM2 as its main camera. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11S: Software and memory configurations revealed by US federal agency

The FCC has published its certifications of the Redmi Note 11S, one of Xiaomi's upcoming mid-range smartphones. Documents published so far reveal the device's memory configurations and that it will launch running MIUI 13. Xiaomi is tipped to reveal the Redmi Note 11S next month.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 16:14
The Lenovo Legion Y90 gaming smartphone may support a variable refresh rate. (Image source: Lenovo)

Legion Y90 shows off its gaming smartphone chops in official promo video from Lenovo

A teaser video of the upcoming Legion Y90 gaming phone has been released by Lenovo. The official promo of the device shows it from front and rear and makes it clear that the Lenovo Legion Y90 is aimed squarely at gamers. The phone has a selfie camera at the front that is hidden in the top bezel.
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Jan 2022 15:09
Rapid antigen tests can't detect an Omicron infection fast enough to prevent community spread, new study finds

Rapid antigen tests can't detect an Omicron infection fast enough to prevent community spread, new study finds

Rapid antigen tests may be a waste as far as the fast-spreading new COVID-19 Omicron virus variant is concerned, says a new scientific study. The researchers followed frontline workers whose jobs require daily testing with PCR and rapid antigen tests, and found out that most of them have been shedding Omicron virus particles long before it showed on the rapid antigen tests, while PCR tests caught the infection much earlier.
Daniel Zlatev, 07 Jan 2022 14:22
Concerns about the the global pandemic has led the ESA to cancel the E3 2022 in-person event. (Image: Glenn Francis of www.PacificProDigital.com)

E3 2022 in-person event cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

The ESA has announced that this year's E3 will not be held in person in Los Angeles, US, because the country is still fighting COVID-19 and its variants. E3 2021 took place as a virtual-only event and E3 2022 is likely to follow suit. However, the ESA has not officially confirmed that E3 2022 will be held online.
Aleem Ali, 07 Jan 2022 13:55
The Lenovo Legion Y700 tablet can switch screen ratio automatically for certain supported games. (Image source: Lenovo/Tencent - edited)

Updated | Latest Lenovo Legion Y700 real-world images tease special ZUI 13 display features for the 8.8-inch gaming tablet

The upcoming Lenovo Legion Y700 gaming tablet has been teased once again. This time around, Lenovo has demonstrated some of the game enhancements the Legion Y700 can offer thanks to the presence of ZUI 13 software. The 8.8-inch compact Android tablet is expected to feature either a Snapdragon 870 or Snapdragon 888 SoC.
Update: The Legion Y700 will come with an SD870 processor.
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Jan 2022 13:45
Samsung Display has shown its latest foldable innovations again, this time at CES 2022. (Image source: @sondesix)

CES 2022 | Samsung Display reveals new foldable laptop, smartphone, speaker and tablet innovations with devices likes the Flex G, Flex Note, Flex S and the Flex Slidable

Samsung Display has exhibited the Flex G, Flex Note, Flex S and the Flex Slidable at CES 2022, following a similar showcase last year at IMID 2021 in South Korea. All prototypes, the devices offer an insight into how the foldable market could change over the next year or two.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 13:27
The ASRock DeskMeet will arrive with B660 and X300 chipsets. (Image source: ASRock)

CES 2022 | ASRock DeskMeet: 8 litre mini-PC announced with AMD Ryzen 5000 and Intel Alder Lake desktop processors

ASRock has announced the DeskMeet, a mini-PC that will be available with AMD and Intel processors. The DeskMeet comes with stacks of ports too, plus four DDR4 DIMM slots for up to 128 GB of RAM. ASRock will offer the DeskMeet with AMD X300 and Intel B660 chipsets.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2022 13:16

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