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Jul 19, 2021
GPD Win Max 2021: The handheld is available with a choice between two Intel processors or one from AMD. (Image source: GPD)

GPD Win Max 2021: Pre-orders to start this month for AMD Ryzen 7 4800U or Intel Core i7-1185G7-powered handheld

GPD will begin accepting pre-orders for the Win Max 2021 from later this month. The revised handheld system will offer up to an AMD Ryzen 7 4800U or an Intel Core i7-1185G7, which both pack powerful integrated GPUs. GPD has provided some expected framerate differences in triple-A games between the two CPUs, too.
Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2021 23:09
The Xperia 1 III. (Source: Sony)

Update | The Sony Xperia 1 III is slated to get a total of 1 major Android version updates

Sony launched its latest flagship smartphone as the Xperia 1 III at a starting price of US$1,300. Despite this, the OEM has reportedly advised that it is getting only 2 years of official software support. Therefore, it is getting only 1 major Android upgrade, which may, moreover, happen sooner rather than later.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 23:08
Fan-made concept renders of the Mi Pad 5 show it in a range of colors with the familiar square camera bump. (Image source: @HoiINDI/Weibo - edited)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 allegedly priced for success in China as leaked technical drawing confirms design

The supposed price for the base variant of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 has been leaked, which if accurate will be an attractive proposal for tablet buyers in China. On top of this alleged Mi Pad 5 price leak, the appearance of a technical drawing for device K82 has seemingly confirmed the slate’s design.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 Jul 2021 19:44
Apple iPhone SE 3 to arrive in H2 2022, according to latest reports, A14 Bionic and 5G in tow (Source: Wccftech)

Apple's upcoming A14 Bionic-driven iPhone SE 3, less than a year away

Industry insiders who spoke to DigiTimes have just confirmed the previous rumors regarding the arrival of the next-gen iPhone SE in the second half of 2022. Next year's affordable, entry-level compact Apple handset is expected to feature the A14 Bionic processor and 5G connectivity.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jul 2021 19:37
The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received three years worth of Android security patches. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 receives its final allotted update, leaving the Mi A3 as Xiaomi's last active Android One smartphone

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received its last Android security patch, three years after Xiaomi released the handset. Now, only the Mi A3 carries the candle for Xiaomi's Android One smartphones, albeit only until 2022.
Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2021 18:51
Apple is expected to begin producing next-generation MacBook Pro models during this quarter. (Image source: Luke Miani & Ian Zelbo)

Mark Gurman offers up more details about the launch date of the MacBook Pro with an Apple M1X and a mini LED display

The next-generation MacBook Pro could be one of the most exciting laptops released this year, if various rumours and leaks are anything to go by. Mark Gurman has now updated his followers on a prospective release date for the rumoured MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16, too.
Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2021 18:09
Xiaomi Black Shark 4

86% Xiaomi Black Shark 4 smartphone review - Mobile gaming with 144 Hz display

Gambling extraordinaire? The Xiaomi Black Shark 4 is not quite as extravagantly designed as other gaming phones and comparatively cheap. However, it has a lot to offer with a 144 Hz display, 5G and mechanical shoulder keys. Read our review to find out whether the gaming phone is worth it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, Adreno 650, 6.67", 210 g
Florian Schmitt, 19 Jul 2021 16:39
Malaysian authorities publicly destroyed a large number of Bitcoin mining ASICs

Malaysian police steamroll over 1,000 Bitcoin mining ASICs seized from an illegal mining farm

Police in the Malaysian city of Miri busted a Bitcoin mining operation that used over 1,000 ASICs. The authorities then proceeded to run a steamroller over the equipment and captured it on video. Bitcoin mining isn't illegal in Malaysia, but the perpetrators were charged with stealing RM8.4 million (US$1.9 million) worth of power from the city grid.
Anil Ganti, 19 Jul 2021 16:21
The new LSPX-S3 speaker. (Source: Sony)

Sony launches its latest Glass Sound Speaker, the LSPX-S3

Sony has debuted the LSPX-S3 as the latest in its line of Glass Sound Speakers. Like its predecessors, it can blend "seamlessly" into any home's decor due to its ability to mimic a lamp with its candle-effect LEDs, visible through its transparent tweeter. This sleek wireless accessory has a recommended price of US$350.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 15:53
ARM demo of Wolfenstein: Youngblood with RTX enabled. (Image Source: Nvidia)

GDC 2021 | ARM-powered Chromebooks with RTX GPUs may soon be a reality: Nvidia shows off RTX and DLSS running on a MediaTek Kompanio 1200 platform

At the ongoing GDC 2021 event, Nvidia showcased ray tracing and DLSS running on the ARM platform. The demos, which included Wolfenstein: Youngblood and The Bistro, were run on a MediaTek Kompanio 1200 platform paired with an RTX 3060. Nvidia said that it is porting several RTX SDKs to Linux and Chromium on ARM.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 Jul 2021 15:09
The SIGNATURE OLED R is now available in the US. (Source: LG)

LG releases its "unprecedented" rollable TV to the US market at an extensive price

The SIGNATURE OLED R is a first-gen rollable TV, and as such incorporates cutting-edge technology in order to come in a completely new, motor-powered form-factor. However, its novel features come at a sky-high price, as US customers who go to LG.com to order its single 65-inch SKU are about to find out.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 15:09
The Pro Series electric standing desk from Flexispot. Image via Flexispot

Flexispot Pro Series electric standing desk hands-on

The Flexispot Pro Series electric standing desk is a solidly built and easy-to-use standing desk. A multitude of options for both the desktop finish and support colors allow potential buyers to pick a desk that matches their office aesthetic.
Sam Medley, 19 Jul 2021 15:00
The latest Magic3 Pro render. (Source: EquaLeaks)

Update | The Honor Magic3 Pro will look like the Huawei Mate 40

Honor has effectively confirmed a new leak alleging that its upcoming flagship Magic3 Android smartphone series would turn out looking suspiciously like another pre-existing premium device. The tip also purports to spill major spec details for the 3 Pro, a QHD+ curved AMOLED display with HDR10+ and Gorilla Glass Victus, up to 16GB of RAM and 100W wired charging included.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 14:17
Dell XPS 17 70 W vs. 130 W GeForce RTX 3060: How much slower is it, really?

Dell XPS 17 70 W vs. 130 W GeForce RTX 3060: How much slower is it, really?

After testing over a dozen different laptops with the GeForce RTX 3060, users can expect up to a 19 percent performance decrease between the fastest and slowest models currently available. There's a catch, however, as real-world gaming performance on the 70 W GPU can be brought closer to average by opting for a newer CPU with higher or faster RAM.
Allen Ngo, 19 Jul 2021 06:09
Well suited for modern games: The Asus TUF Gaming A15

Asus TUF Gaming A15: Budget gaming laptop with AMD processor

With the TUF Gaming A15, Asus offers a powerful and comparatively inexpensive gaming laptop with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H. It offers decent gaming performance and a fast display.
Mike Wobker, 19 Jul 2021 03:15
The Sony Xperia 1 III dismantled the Asus ROG Phone 5 in the speed tests carried out by TechNick. (Image source: Sony/Asus - edited)

Sony Xperia 1 III demolishes Asus ROG Phone 5 in dazzling speed test

The Sony Xperia 1 III has been put through its paces against a fierce competitor in the form of the Asus ROG Phone 5. Both Snapdragon 888 phones have a reputation for being fast, but it still comes as a surprise just how far ahead the Xperia 1 III manages to get against the ROG Phone 5 in this latest comparison.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 Jul 2021 00:51
Jul 18, 2021
Zepp has an advanced new wearables feature. (Source: Zepp Health)

Zepp Health plans to upgrade its Amazfit smartwatches with support for blood-pressure monitoring

Zepp Health has announced a new function for its popular Amazfit wearables at its 2021 Next Beat Future of Health conference, which it calls "Blood Pressure Measurement on the Wrist". It is based on an algorithm that estimates this metric using a given wearable's optical sensors.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 23:52
Valve Steam Deck just blew the lid wide open for the handheld gaming PC market

Valve Steam Deck just blew the lid wide open for the handheld gaming PC market

Microsoft won't make a handheld XBox so Valve have done it themselves. The Steam Deck has the potential to fire up a fledging category of handheld PCs for gamers and not just enthusiasts.
Allen Ngo, 18 Jul 2021 23:20
Zepp Health unveils its new OS. (Source: Zepp Health)

Zepp Health unveils its new in-house dedicated OS and chipset for next-gen smartwatches

Zepp Health, formerly Huami, has now made its replacement for its current Amazfit OS official. It is rated to be much lighter, smoother and more battery-friendly than its predecessor. Consumers might find it on next-gen wearables powered by the new Huangshan 2s SoC, slated to be enhanced in terms of graphics and power efficiency.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 23:08
Sony Xperia 10 III review - A compact 5G smartphone with IP certification

83% Sony Xperia 10 III review - A compact 5G smartphone with IP certification

Slim package. Sony squeezes a lot of modern technology into a compact smartphone. In addition to a current Qualcomm 5G SoC, fast USB port, IP certification, and powerful battery, Sony has also equipped its smartphone with a triple camera system that deserves its name. Our test shows where it stumbles.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 5G, Adreno 619L, 6", 169 g
Daniel Schmidt, 18 Jul 2021 22:07
Both the Steam Deck and Switch OLED have access to massive game libraries. (Image source: Valve/Nintendo/USgamer - edited)

Steam Deck vs Nintendo Switch OLED: The Zen 2-powered gaming PC from Valve is a performance beast but there is still plenty of room for a future Switch Pro

Valve’s Steam Deck has been revealed and unsurprisingly the ultra-portable gaming PC and console hybrid has already been frequently compared with the Nintendo Switch (OLED model). However, while the Steam Deck is preposterously more powerful than the new Switch, it won’t stop Nintendo having a huge hit on its hands when the Switch Pro/Switch 2 finally emerges.
Daniel R Deakin, 18 Jul 2021 21:24
The unofficial Switch port is based on reVC, a reverse-engineered version of GTA: Vice City on PC (Image source: Rockstar)

Grand Theft Auto Vice City gets an unofficial port for the Nintendo Switch

reVC, a fan project to reverse engineer Grand Theft Auto Vice City’s source code, just got an unofficial port on the Nintendo Switch. Gamers will need a modded Nintendo Switch to try the game out, however.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 18 Jul 2021 18:50
Crescendo set a world record for speedrunning Super Mario Bros while blindfolded (Image source: Nintendo)

Speedrunner beats Super Mario Bros in under 12 minutes, while blindfolded

Crescendo, a Super Mario Bros speedrunner, recently posted a video showcasing a world record, beating the Nintendo classic in less than 12 minutes, while blindfolded.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 18 Jul 2021 18:10
RTX 3080 Asus ROG Zephyrus S17 gaming laptop reviewed: The case opens a gap for more fresh air

RTX 3080 Asus ROG Zephyrus S17 gaming laptop reviewed: The case opens a gap for more fresh air

In the Zephyrus S17, the hinges simultaneously push the keyboard unit upwards and lift it when the laptop is opened. This allows the case to open a gap in this area, which is supposed to draw in more fresh air. Is this useful and what are the drawbacks?
Christian Hintze, 18 Jul 2021 18:09
The unique design of Apple's AirPods is  popular with customers and also with fraudsters (Image: Miguel Angel Avila)

U.S. customs seizes Apple AirPods and other wireless headphones worth US$62 million

The incredible popularity of Apple's AirPods has apparently led to an increase in the number of counterfeit headphones that are making their way from Asia to markets around the world. The United States Customs and Border Protection Agency is not just clamping down on the import of fake headphones, it has also released an interesting statistic regarding their confiscations.
Enrico Frahn, 18 Jul 2021 17:38
A Huawei P50 render. (Source: SlashLeaks)

Rumor | Huawei will launch the P50 (and nothing else) at the end of July 2021

It has been thought that Huawei would launch a whole series of premium P50 mobile devices in mid- to late 2021. However, the latest word on this subject is that it will be launched in a much more restrained form on July 29, 2021. Then again, the phone in question might yet grab some interest in that it could launch with a lesser-spotted version of the high-end Snapdragon 888 SoC.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 17:34
Apple's MagSafe seems to have a super-fan. (Source: Apple)

Realme trademarks what could be a MagSafe clone

Realme has registered the term MagDart with the EU's intellectual property office (EUIPO). This name seems to mimic that of Apple's new proprietary wireless charging system. Therefore, the Android OEM could be working on similar products, or magnetic accessories of some kind at least.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 16:55
Ukrainian authorities have shut down a FIFA Ultimate Team coins farming operation

Alleged Ukrainian cryptocurrency mining operation with 3,800 PS4 Slims was actually designed for grinding FIFA Ultimate Team coins

It seems that the Ukrainian crypto mining setup that used PS4 Slims for the task was something less sinister. An investigation by a local news agency revealed that it was little more than a network to grind FIFA Ultimate Team coins, which would subsequently end up being sold on third-party websites.
Anil Ganti, 18 Jul 2021 13:48
Realme GT 5G Smartphone Review - Strong alternative to the Poco F3

86% Realme GT 5G Smartphone Review - Strong alternative to the Poco F3

More power! The realme GT 5G convinces with a strong performance in the test and directly attacks Xiaomi's Poco series, because the smartphone is already available for less than 400 Euros (~$472) despite its high-end SoC. Find out what else it has to offer and where savings were made in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G, Adreno 660, 6.43", 186 g
Daniel Schmidt, 18 Jul 2021 11:41
TSMC is relatively positive about the future. (Source: TSMC)

TSMC asserts it is still on track to hit 2021 sales targets despite silicon crisis

TSMC had projected that its sales would grow by about 20% year-on-year (YoY) in 2021, despite the ongoing chip-supply crisis. With its latest revenue and profit reports, the company still believes it will comfortably hit that target by the end of the year. It also now forecasts that the crisis will start to abate in 2022.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 00:39
Jul 17, 2021
The Realme Band 2 has a larger and squarer display compared to the first-gen Realme Band fitness tracker. (Image source: @OnLeaks/Digit/Realme - edited)

Realme Band 2 impresses in new renders with larger display and classier looks than the first-gen Realme Band fitness tracker

New Realme Band 2 renders have turned up showing how different the fitness tracker looks in comparison to the original Realme Band wearable. The good-looking Realme Band 2 is expected to feature blood-pressure monitoring and possibly SpO2 measurement as well.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 Jul 2021 22:01
The Realme Pad renders show a generic Android tablet with some color highlights on the rear. (Image source: @OnLeaks/91mobiles - edited)

New Realme Pad renders show underwhelming design choices for the upcoming 10.4-in tablet

The Realme Pad has turned up in a selection of renders and a brief 360° video clip. The tablet appears to be a 10.4-inch device and has somewhat polarizing choices in terms of looks and camera equipment. Buyers of the Realme Pad will at least be pleased to find the presence of a stylus slot.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 Jul 2021 20:00
Xiaomi sells over 1 million Redmi Power Banks in India

Xiaomi sells over 1 million Redmi Power Banks in India

Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi launched its Power Bank to the Indian market in February 2020. It has reportedly proven popular since, as its shipments in the country have now exceeded 1 million units. The accessory comes in 10,000mAh and 20,000mAh SKUs, and starts at ~US$11.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jul 2021 15:07
Honor announces the Magic3 launch. (Source: Honor)

Honor announces a global launch date for the flagship Magic3 series

Honor has already officially announced that its 2021 flagship, the Magic3, will be powered by the latest Qualcomm flagship processor. Now, the OEM has revealed a specific date for this event. Furthermore, it is coming as a series (and, therefore, possibly with a Pro variant) in August 2021.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jul 2021 14:17
OnePlus teases the Nord 2. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus officially reveals the Nord 2's design ahead of launch as its specs leak via Geekbench

OnePlus has confirmed that its latest Nord-series smartphone will launch in late July 2021. Now, it has released a trailer for the device that reveals its looks from the back. Meanwhile, a new Geekbench listing might confirm a 12GB RAM option in the new product.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jul 2021 13:22
OnePlus Nord CE 5G Smartphone Review - Focused on the essentials

83% OnePlus Nord CE 5G Smartphone Review - Focused on the essentials

Everything important on board. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G competes in the smartphone mid-range and makes a bold promise: The 6.43-incher is supposed to offer exactly the features that users really need and make as few compromises as possible. At the same time, the OnePlus Nord CE 5G starts at 300 Euros (~$354). Our review clarifies how all that fits together.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G, Adreno 619, 6.43", 170 g
Manuel Masiero, 17 Jul 2021 05:06
Asus TUF Gaming A15 FA506QR

85% Asus TUF Gaming A15 with Ryzen 7 in review: Entry-level gaming laptop with AMD CPU

Good battery life. Asus combines an AMD processor with an Nvidia graphics card in the TUF Gaming A15 and sells the whole package at a reasonable price. Our review will clarify what the installed AMD Ryzen 7 5800H and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 can do.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Mike Wobker, 17 Jul 2021 03:15
The Dell Inspiron 13 5301 in the configuration 0D0XN shows both strengths and weaknesses in the test. (Image: Dell)

Dell Inspiron 13 5301: The subnotebook is stylish, but it shows a couple of shortcomings in the test

The new Dell Inspiron 13 5301 in the 0D0XN configuration scores points with a stylish appearance, a Tiger Lake CPU, and a fair price. However, we found a few points of criticism in our test.
Marcus Schwarten, 17 Jul 2021 02:24
Jul 16, 2021
MSI releases its latest mobile workstations. (Source: MSI)

MSI announces pricing and availability for its 2021 W-series mobile workstations

MSI's latest line of 15- and 17-inch professional-grade PCs have up to 4K displays, 11th-gen core i9 processors and RTX A5000 graphics. Some variants even have the largest-capacity batteries available to laptops. They now also have sales listings that start at US$1,500.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 22:30
The Steam Deck has been rather well received in the PC gaming space. (Source: Valve)

Steam Deck rockets past 75,000 reservations in first hour in the US

Valve's recently announced handheld gaming PCs have received over 75,000 reservations across all variants within just the first hour of reservation opening in the United States alone. Delivery dates have also started to get pushed out to Q2 2022 for new reservations.
Loki Rautio, 16 Jul 2021 22:03
A "GT Master Explorer Edition" render. (Source: MySmartPrice)

An alleged Realme GT Master Edition surfaces on Geekbench ahead of launch

Realme is slated to debut the Master Edition of its GT smartphone later in July 2021. Prior to this, a device that might have its model number has appeared on Geekbench. If so, the new leak confirms that it will have a new 5G Qualcomm SoC.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 21:49
HP Pavilion x360 14 (2021) Review: 2-in-1 laptop supports pen-input and Power Delivery

82% HP Pavilion x360 14 (2021) Review: 2-in-1 laptop supports pen-input and Power Delivery

Multi-functional. HP’s 2-in-1 device features the Core i5-1135G7, 16 GB of dual-channel RAM and an NVMe SSD. The Pavilion x360 14 can handle all modern tasks. What is more, it offers good battery life and has a touchscreen that can be operated with the fingers or the HP Tilt Pen, which is sold separately.
Intel Core i5-1135G7, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 16 Jul 2021 20:16
Xiaomi has enjoyed huge annual growth thanks to the popularity of devices such as the Mi 11 Ultra. (Image source: Xiaomi/Canalys - edited)

Xiaomi continues phenomenal rise to the top as +83% growth takes it past Apple as the world's second-largest smartphone brand

An incredible annual growth rate has given Xiaomi the ability to leapfrog over Apple and take up second place in the table of the world’s largest smartphone vendors for the second quarter of 2021. Samsung still remains at the top but could soon relinquish its position if Xiaomi continues its market assault with affordable smartphones.
Daniel R Deakin, 16 Jul 2021 19:53
A pair of Razer Sneki Snek Slippers will set you back by US$49.99

Razer Sneki Snek Slippers launched as a part of its forest conservation program

Razer has launched some new gaming footwear called the Sneki Snek Slippers. It is meant to keep your feet comfortable during long gaming sessions, and Razer will plant ten trees for every unit sold. They are available for sale on Razer's official website for US$49.
Anil Ganti, 16 Jul 2021 19:11
More consolidating moves ahead? (Image Source: Intel + GlobalFoundries)

Intel rumored to acquire GlobalFoundries for $30 billion

GlobalFounderies was created as an AMD spin off back in 2008, but now it is not controlled by Team Red anymore. Nevertheless, AMD is still an important customer, and the two companies already signed a $1.6 billion multiyear deal for chip component supplies earlier this year, so the Intel deal might not be easily attainable.
Bogdan Solca, 16 Jul 2021 19:09
Mobvoi's new digital recorder. (Source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi launches an AI-powered digital voice recorder

Mobvoi's latest product is a dedicated voice recorder pitched at a professional market. The OEM asserts that it is enhanced with "dual-mic" noise-cancelling for clarity in voice-capture during meetings. It is also equipped with a neural network for automatic transcript summary generation based on intelligently-chosen keywords.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 18:09
The Pixel 6 series will debut Google's first in-house SoC. (Image source: Jon Prosser & Ian Zelbo)

Google Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro: Display resolutions and front-facing cameras details of upcoming Android flagships revealed

Google has included more tidbits about the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro in the latest Android 12 beta, according to a report. Supposedly, Android 12 Beta 3 confirms multiple camera details about the pair, including the size of their front-facing punch holes. The display resolutions of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro can be inferred, too.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jul 2021 17:37
The Watch Live. (Source: ZTE)

ZTE launches its Watch Live internationally for US$40

The Watch Live is the OEM ZTE's first-gen health-focused wearable. It is an Apple Watch clone with a blood oxygen sensor, all-day heart rate tracking and an IP68 rating. Its maker has now released it to its global website for just under US$40.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 17:36
It seems that Xiaomi is preparing to release the Mi Pad 5 series in multiple markets, including Europe and the US. (Image source: HoilNDI)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 lands on the FCC running MIUI 12.5 with 6 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, a keyboard and a stylus

Xiaomi has submitted its next Mi Pad to another certification agency, this time the FCC. The same tablet has already been seen at the EEC in Russia, making a global launch even more likely.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jul 2021 17:21
Asus VivoBook S15 D533UA Review: Ryzen 7 all-rounder with good battery runtimes

82% Asus VivoBook S15 D533UA Review: Ryzen 7 all-rounder with good battery runtimes

Elegant. The VivoBook scores with a Ryzen 7-5700U APU, 16 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode) and good battery runtimes. The Vega 8 iGPU remains below its capabilities. The dark, low-contrast screen (FHD, IPS) is not convincing.
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, Vega 8, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 16 Jul 2021 17:11

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