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Asus Zenbook Flip 15 Q539ZD OLED display is 40 percent dimmer than what the manufacturer is advertising

(June 27, 2022 update: Issue has been resolved.) There is a huge mismatch in display brightness between what Asus is claiming and what we are actually seeing on a retail unit. Hopefully we can find an official solution to "unlock" the maximum brightness potential of the otherwise impressive 120 Hz OLED touchscreen.

Allen Ngo, 27 Jun 2022 18:53

Testing the Schenker XMG Apex 15 Max: a gaming laptop with a desktop CPU

Schenker XMG Apex 15 Max: Gaming laptop with Ryzen 9 5900X

Schenker combines a socketed Ryzen 9-5900X CPU with a GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU. This results in a powerful laptop that strikes a good figure in scenarios that demand a lot of performance, be it gaming, video processing, or rendering. However, potential buyers shouldn't require a good battery life, quiet operation, or lower power consumption.

Sascha Mölck, 25 Jun 2022 01:40

The Dell XPS 17 9720 with 4K AdobeRGB Panel is perfect for Adobe Photoshop

More and more manufacturers follow Apple's example and switch to the DCI-P3 reference for their notebook panels. The large multimedia laptop Dell XPS 17 is one of the last devices with such an AdobeRGB panel, and it is also a very good one.

Andreas Osthoff, 20 Jun 2022 12:52

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 13 in review: Lightweight 2-in-1 laptop with stylus support

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360: 2-in-1-laptop with OLED display

The 1,040-gram Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 scores points with an Alder Lake CPU, Thunderbolt 4, and very good battery life. Positive: The laptop can run completely silently when needed. The OLED touchscreen can be used both with the fingers, as well as with the included S-Pen.

Sascha Mölck, 19 Jun 2022 09:13

No Dell XPS 16 2-in-1 means the Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 is the next best thing for now

It's been over four years since we last saw the XPS 15 2-in-1. While a proper successor has yet to made official, we can at least look towards the recently launched Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 as an alternative option.

Allen Ngo, 18 Jun 2022 06:03

Apple’s Mac Studio with the M1 max does not have any performance advantages over the MacBook Pro 16

Apple now offers its own M1 Max processors both in laptops as well as desktops, so some users might be interested in the differences. After we reviewed the new Mac Studio, we can say there are not that many and the MacBook Pro 16 is probably the better choice for most users.

Andreas Osthoff, 17 Jun 2022 18:37

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro 14IAP G7 subnotebook performs well under testing for the most part. (Image: Campuspoint)

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro with its 12-core Alder Charge CPU performs well under testing in many respects, but cuts back in the wrong place.

Lenovo offers an interesting and solid subnotebook overall with the Yoga Slim 7i Pro in the 14IAP G7 configuration, which only revealed a few weaknesses in our test.

Marcus Schwarten, 17 Jun 2022 17:32

Our first Core i7-1255U benchmarks show it holds up well even against the more power-hungry Core i7-1260P

Our first Core i7-1255U benchmarks are in. Now let's see how they compare to the Core i7-1260P

The Core i7-1260P is about 20 percent faster than the Core i7-1255U, but it also consumes about 20 percent more power in the process. More significant gains can be observed in terms of graphics performance as the integrated Iris Xe benefits more from the higher power envelope and faster DDR5 RAM.

Allen Ngo, 15 Jun 2022 22:36

The Asus Zenbook Pro 14 Duo offers multitasking on two 120 Hz displays

With the new Zenbook Pro 14 Duo, Asus once again offers a 14-inch multimedia laptop that provides an additional screen for increased productivity. However, the image quality of the additional display isn't very impressive. An Alder Lake Core i7-12700H from Intel provides ample CPU performance.

Andreas Osthoff, 15 Jun 2022 10:25

Acer Predator Triton 500 SE: Without the ability to upgrade it, a gaming laptop is only half as good

A powerful performance, a great display with 240 Hz, and relatively slim - what more could a gamer's heart wish for? But to offer all that, Acer makes one large compromise with the Predator Triton 500 SE, sacrificing the ability to upgrade it. That should really be a no-go for a gaming laptop.

Benjamin Herzig, 13 Jun 2022 02:33

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-58: Affordable QHD gaming notebook

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-58: QHD gaming notebook with room for three drives

A Core i7 12700H CPU and a GeForce RTX 3070 Ti laptop GPU run all current computer games smoothly on a responsive 15.6-inch screen (QHD). The notebook also offers space for up to three storage devices and comes with a Thunderbolt 4 port.

Sascha Mölck, 05 Jun 2022 09:05

MSI Katana GF66 test: New hardware but old problem areas

The MSI Katana GF66 12UGS belongs to the most affordable gaming laptops with the powerful Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. After the upgrade to Intel's newest processor generation, the main problem of the plastic sword still has not been remedied.

Marc Herter, 03 Jun 2022 02:37

Dell XPS 17 9720 graphics is actually slower than on the XPS 17 9710, but CPU performance is significantly improved (Image source: Dell)

Dell XPS 17 9720 graphics is actually slower than on the XPS 17 9710, but CPU performance has improved

Dell has quietly lowered the GeForce RTX 3060 TGP from 70 W to 65 W on the latest XPS 17 9720 series. The minor hit to graphics performance may be worth the more significant increase in CPU performance, however.

Allen Ngo, 01 Jun 2022 20:38

The Oppo Fond X5 Lite employs the Mediatek Dimensity 900.

Oppo Find X5 Lite review verdict: The low-priced Oppo smartphone has an identity problem

The Find X5 Lite from Oppo falls into the upper mid-range class. However, it lacks several features that make up a smartphone in this price segment. We found the Find X5 Lite's haptics in particular to be a point of criticism...

Marcus Herbrich, 30 May 2022 18:18

Dell XPS 15 9520 is 15 to 35 percent faster than XPS 15 9510, lacks Wi-Fi 6E support despite coming with an Intel AX211

Dell has swapped the 11th gen Intel CPUs for 12th gen options and the Wi-Fi 6 Killer 1650s WLAN for the Wi-Fi 6E-compatible intel AX211. Though the CPU upgrade is notable, the WLAN update is largely pointless as Wi-Fi 6E is effectively disabled on the model.

Allen Ngo, 27 May 2022 21:12

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 review: An unusual gaming laptop with a good battery life

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 GX650RX: Gaming racer with two displays

A Ryzen 9-6900HX APU and GeForce RTX 3080-Ti Laptop GPU bring all the current games smoothly to the contrast-rich 4k display (16:10, IPS, 100% DCI-P3, FreeSync). They are accompanied by 4 TB of storage (RAID 0), 64 GB of working memory, and a surprisingly good battery life.

Sascha Mölck, 26 May 2022 02:13

MSI Katana GF76 test: RTX 3070 Ti for less than 2000 Euros (~$2084)

The 17-inch MSI Katana GF76 12U is available with almost all the available RTX graphics cards up to the RTX 3070 Ti, while being listed as one of the most affordable gaming laptops in almost all the configurations. We tested it to find out what the affordable gamer is worth.

Christian Hintze, 19 May 2022 04:26

Lenovo should offer its flagship convertible ThinkPad X1 Yoga G7 with AMD Ryzen CPUs

The high-end convertible ThinkPad X1 Yoga G7 is one of the first business devices featuring Intel's new Alder Lake-P CPUs. The implementation still reveals some issues, but some of the problems are caused by the high power consumption of the CPU.

Andreas Osthoff, 17 May 2022 23:16

Razer Blade 17 RTX 3080 Ti versus Razer Blade 17 RTX 3070 Ti - Which is the better laptop?

The Razer Blade 17 with an unleashed RTX 3080 Ti is amazing. However, we've now also reviewed the configuration with the RTX 3070 Ti and come to a conclusion. Performance versus heat development and power consumption. How significant are the differences?

Christian Hintze, 16 May 2022 20:48

The Samsung Galaxy A13 4G is a normal entry-level phone, but it marks significant progress for Samsung.

With this model, Samsung ushers in a new era of budget smartphones

Since some manufacturers were threatening to outcompete Samsung in the budget smartphone segment, a Galaxy phone with real upgrades was needed. The Samsung Galaxy A13 fulfills this requirements, for the most part...

Florian Schmitt, 14 May 2022 23:12

Galaxy S8 Tab Ultra with 14.6-inch display

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra: The best tablet in the world?

At 14.6 inches, the Galaxy S8 Tab Ultra is certainly the largest consumer tablet at the moment, but is it also the best of its kind? Or is it worth switching to a smaller product?

Daniel Schmidt, 14 May 2022 13:23

The Alienware x17 R2 consumes more power than most other gaming laptops and we love it

The Alienware x17 R2 is an absolute power-hungry monster and we wouldn't have it any other way

Dell's latest ultrathin gaming machine is unapologetically power-hungry and we love it. At well over 300 W when fully stressed, the Alienware x17 R2 isn't afraid to draw as much power as it can to squeeze out more performance than on most other laptops.

Allen Ngo, 12 May 2022 22:54

Medion Erazer Beast X30 review: Slim, powerful QHD gaming notebook

Medion Erazer Beast X30: Lots of gaming power at a high price

Both the Core-i9-12900HK CPU and the GeForce RTX-3080 Ti laptop GPU run all the latest computer games smoothly on a responsive 17.3-inch screen (QHD). The notebook also offers a Thunderbolt 4 slot as well as space for two PCIe-4 SSDs.

Sascha Mölck, 12 May 2022 09:14

The Dell G15 5510 43NHT is clearly at a disadvantage in comparison to the 5515 Ryzen Edition in our review. (Image: Cyberport)

The Intel version of the Dell G15 5510 gaming laptop doesn't stand a chance against the Ryzen Edition in our review

Not only does Dell offer the G15 in the previously reviewed 5515 Ryzen Edition, but also as the 5510 with an Intel CPU. We recently compared the performance of the Intel version with that of the AMD version. The results were as expected, and they are conclusive.

Marcus Schwarten, 12 May 2022 03:11

The new Yoga 9i 14 with the 4K OLED is currently the best convertible from Lenovo

Lenovo's new Yoga 9i 14 offers the most modern features you can get right now. The high-end convertible impressed with an excellent picture quality during our review and the Yoga 9i 14 can even beat the business flagship ThinkPad X1 Yoga G7 in some regards.

Andreas Osthoff, 10 May 2022 09:55

AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX vs. Core i7-12800H: Intel still has the edge

Our first benchmarks with the Ryzen 9 6900HX are in and while they're pretty good on their own, they're not really all that different from the competing Intel Core i7-12800H or even the older Ryzen 9 5900HX.

Allen Ngo, 09 May 2022 08:17

Our first Core i7-1260P benchmark results are in and they're better than AMD Zen 3.. most of the time

The upcoming AMD Zen 3+ U-series is going to have some tough competition. Intel's P-core and E-core approach seems to be paying off particularly when it comes to multi-thread performance.

Allen Ngo, 06 May 2022 09:45

Samsung's latest Apple iPad Pro 12.9 competitor is the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus.

Review summary Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+: One of the best Android tablets available leaves room for improvement

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus is a solid evolution of last year's Tab S7 Plus, and it comes with some of its predecessor's shortcomings. Samsung will have to address these with the Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, after all Samsung is no longer the only player offering a premium tablet.

Marcus Herbrich, 01 May 2022 21:44

The UB77 from C.B.T. Italia is designed to be a fast and smart commuter e-bike.

C.B.T. Italia UB77: Motor assistance according to heart rate

The UB77 from C.B.T. Italia is a smart, sporty city bike. Thanks to its lightweight carbon frame and electric motor, it is designed to get commuters to their destination quickly and effortlessly. A smartwatch is included in delivery. Using the data collected, the bike can adjust the level of assistance according to the rider's pulse.

Benedikt Winkel, 01 May 2022 06:39

Asus VivoBook 15 OLED Review: Quiet office notebook with strong screen

Asus Vivobook 15 OLED M513UA: Ryzen 7 Meets OLED Screen

The Vivobook stands out with a Ryzen 7 5700U APU, 16 GB RAM (dual-channel mode) and an OLED screen (FHD, 15.6 inch). The screen offers an excellent black level and good colorspace coverage (DCI-P3: 100%). This is accompanied by average battery runtimes.

Sascha Mölck, 29 Apr 2022 18:47

Asus Chromebook Flip CM1: A 2-in-1 laptop for the small budget

The 2-in-1 laptop offers an IPS touchscreen display, silent operation, good battery life, and a USB-C port with Power Delivery. The overall package doesn't make too much of a dent in your wallet.

Sascha Mölck, 28 Apr 2022 17:28

The OnePlus 10 Pro offers a well-rounded package overall with a few weaknesses

OnePlus 10 Pro Verdict - Former Flagship Killer Now Only a Second-Class Smartphone

Our review of the OnePlus 10 Pro confirms that the flagship smartphone offers a solid package overall. However, in view of its many small setbacks as a successor to the OnePlus 9 Pro, the question arises as to what status the OnePlus smartphones still have within the BBK Group.

Marcus Herbrich, 24 Apr 2022 08:20

Schenker Work 17: A BIOS update is recommended

The Schenker Work 17 is a large office laptop with high processing power. The Intel Core i7 is supported by up to 32 GB of RAM. With many configuration options, the Leipzig laptop can also be customized to individual requirements.

Marc Herter, 23 Apr 2022 21:25

MSI Pulse GL66: Alder Lake i9 but USB 2.0

MSI Pulse GL66 test: RTX-3060 gamer with Alder Lake i9 in need for optimization

A fairly new gaming series with Alder Lake Core i9 and RTX 3060? Just give it to me now! What, USB 2.0, no Thunderbolt, a dark display with weak response time, a short battery life, and a badly adjusted Core i9? Why did you do that, MSI?

Christian Hintze, 23 Apr 2022 03:07

Aorus 17 XE4 Review: High-End Gaming Notebook with 360 Hz Screen

Aorus 17 XE4: This compact gaming machine offers Thunderbolt 4

A Core i7 12700H CPU and a GeForce RTX 3070 Ti laptop GPU ensure that all current games can be played smoothly on a 17.3-inch screen (FHD, 360 Hz). The notebook offers room for two PCIe-4 SSDs and features a Thunderbolt-4 port.

Sascha Mölck, 21 Apr 2022 18:00

Google Pixel 6 Pro with triple-camera array

Google Pixel 6 Pro: Good smartphones do not have to be expensive

The Google Pixel 6 Pro is another high-end smartphone that is not only cheaper than many of its competitors but one that also comes with the promise of a long update cycle. And while it does have some minor shortcomings most of them are irrelevant for everyday use.

Daniel Schmidt, 15 Apr 2022 19:12

Oppo Find X5 Pro: A powerful smartphone with few shortcomings

Predominantly, the Oppo Find X5 Pro draws on premium hardware and a great camera setup. Many test results are outstanding, but there are some shortcomings. Ultimately, price will play an important role in a decision to purchase this phone.

Daniel Schmidt, 11 Apr 2022 07:56

Dell Inspiron 15 3505 in review: Quiet, affordable office laptop

Dell Inspiron 15 3505: Ryzen office laptop with low stamina

The Inspiron 15 3505 shines with low noise levels, slots for two storage drives, and a moderate price. The installed Ryzen 5 APU does not reach its full potential. The battery life is poor.

Sascha Mölck, 10 Apr 2022 18:12

165 W vs. 105 W GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: It matters most at higher resolutions

The 165 W GPU version is faster than the 105 W version by about 20 percent when at higher resolutions and graphical settings. Gamers who prefer 4K resolutions will want to keep a closer eye on the TGP ratings of gaming laptops as a result.

Allen Ngo, 09 Apr 2022 04:49

Vaio SX12 is a subnotebook with the performance of a modern 15-inch Ultrabook

Intel Core i5-1155G7 outperforms the Core i7-1165G7: 12-inch Vaio SX12 comes with the performance of a 15-inch Ultrabook

Small subnotebooks can absolutely carry the same processors as larger 13-inch and 15-inch options and the Vaio SX12 is the latest example. The small 12.5-inch laptop is full of surprises considering its diminutive size.

Allen Ngo, 05 Apr 2022 21:36

According to the spec sheet, the Motorola Moto G41 offers great hardware at a low price.

Motorola Moto G41 Review Verdict - Motorola's secret weapon against Xiaomi smartphones?

In our review, we found that the Motorola's affordable mid-range smartphone Moto G41 offers two features worth noting. One was OIS, the other turned out to be a big surprise.

Marcus Herbrich, 03 Apr 2022 21:40

The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro is a very good premium tablet with a premium price.

Lenovo Tab P12 Pro Review Verdict: Premium Tablet with Compelling Business Features

The Tab P12 Pro is an exciting Android tablet with keyboard dock, stylus input, and DisplayPort support. As such, it can be a great alternative to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus or the Apple iPad Pro 12.9.

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Apr 2022 20:45

The Razer Blade 17 suddenly has a bigger battery this year. What's the secret?

Razer as upped the capacity of the internal battery from 70 Wh to 82 Wh despite making no other changes to the overall dimensions or appearance of the latest Blade 17. Something inside had to give and it's thankfully just a minor drawback.

Allen Ngo, 02 Apr 2022 08:39

Lenovo's new Legion 5i Pro 16 G7 with the RTX 3070 Ti is a very good Gaming Laptop

The Legion 5i Pro 16 is a very good gaming laptop for 2100 Euros. It offers plenty of gaming performance for the QHD resolution with the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. There are no real drawbacks, except for the loud fan noise.

Andreas Osthoff, 31 Mar 2022 11:39

A powerful camera in the Galaxy S22 Ultra

Galaxy S22 Ultra: Samsung's top smartphone still needs to work out some kinks

While Samsung's new top smartphone is a tour de force in our test, it also shows some weaknesses. Find out here where exactly the problems lie and why this probably won't really be such a big deal.

Daniel Schmidt, 31 Mar 2022 06:07

That awkward moment when a GeForce RTX 3060 laptop can outperform some GeForce RTX 3070 laptops

Can a 100 W GeForce RTX 3070 beat a 140 W GeForce RTX 3060? Apparently not. Buying a gaming laptop these days can be harder than it needs to be when performance between different GPUs often overlap.

Allen Ngo, 28 Mar 2022 00:22

Gigabyte Aero 16 YE5 in review: compact 4K multimedia notebook

Gigabyte Aero 16: 4K OLED and Thunderbolt 4 for Gamers and Creators

A Core i9-12900HK CPU combined with a GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU with access to 16 GB of VRAM are more than powerful enough to run all current games smoothly on the Aero 16's 16:10 4K OLED display. The device also comes with two Thunderbolt 4 ports.

Sascha Mölck, 27 Mar 2022 19:18

Huawei P50 Pro: Once at the top, it has now become exotic

Huawei remains the most prominent victim of the trade war between the US and China. The smartphone brand has downright plummeted. The P50 Pro comes to Europe and is still able to impress in many areas. But the sanctions are also very noticeable.

Daniel Schmidt, 22 Mar 2022 02:43

The OnePlus Nord CE 2 is a mild evolution of the first-generation Core Edition smartphone.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G smartphone review conclusion: Can less sometimes be more?

The Nord CE 2 5G is the continuation of OnePlus's Core Edition series, and an overall improvement. However, we would have liked to see more effort put into the display, and the updated SoC is not without its downsides.

Marcus Herbrich, 20 Mar 2022 19:41

Review Snippet

Asus Zenbook Flip 15 Q539ZD OLED display is 40 percent dimmer than what the manufacturer is advertising

Schenker XMG Apex 15 Max: Gaming laptop with Ryzen 9 5900X

The Dell XPS 17 9720 with 4K AdobeRGB Panel is perfect for Adobe Photoshop

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360: 2-in-1-laptop with OLED display

No Dell XPS 16 2-in-1 means the Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 is the next best thing for now

Apple’s Mac Studio with the M1 max does not have any performance advantages over the MacBook Pro 16

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro with its 12-core Alder Charge CPU performs well under testing in many respects, but cuts back in the wrong place.

Our first Core i7-1255U benchmarks are in. Now let's see how they compare to the Core i7-1260P

The Asus Zenbook Pro 14 Duo offers multitasking on two 120 Hz displays

Acer Predator Triton 500 SE: Without the ability to upgrade it, a gaming laptop is only half as good

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-58: QHD gaming notebook with room for three drives

MSI Katana GF66 test: New hardware but old problem areas

Dell XPS 17 9720 graphics is actually slower than on the XPS 17 9710, but CPU performance has improved

Oppo Find X5 Lite review verdict: The low-priced Oppo smartphone has an identity problem

Dell XPS 15 9520 is 15 to 35 percent faster than XPS 15 9510, lacks Wi-Fi 6E support despite coming with an Intel AX211

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 GX650RX: Gaming racer with two displays

First AMD Ryzen 7 6800U benchmarks: Closer to Core i7-1260P in multi-core, Radeon 680M impresses in synthetics but lags in gaming

MSI Katana GF76 test: RTX 3070 Ti for less than 2000 Euros (~$2084)

Lenovo should offer its flagship convertible ThinkPad X1 Yoga G7 with AMD Ryzen CPUs

Razer Blade 17 RTX 3080 Ti versus Razer Blade 17 RTX 3070 Ti - Which is the better laptop?

With this model, Samsung ushers in a new era of budget smartphones

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra: The best tablet in the world?

The Alienware x17 R2 is an absolute power-hungry monster and we wouldn't have it any other way

Medion Erazer Beast X30: Lots of gaming power at a high price

The Intel version of the Dell G15 5510 gaming laptop doesn't stand a chance against the Ryzen Edition in our review

The new Yoga 9i 14 with the 4K OLED is currently the best convertible from Lenovo

AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX vs. Core i7-12800H: Intel still has the edge

Our first Core i7-1260P benchmark results are in and they're better than AMD Zen 3.. most of the time

Review summary Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+: One of the best Android tablets available leaves room for improvement

C.B.T. Italia UB77: Motor assistance according to heart rate

Asus Vivobook 15 OLED M513UA: Ryzen 7 Meets OLED Screen

Asus Chromebook Flip CM1: A 2-in-1 laptop for the small budget

OnePlus 10 Pro Verdict - Former Flagship Killer Now Only a Second-Class Smartphone

Schenker Work 17: A BIOS update is recommended

MSI Pulse GL66 test: RTX-3060 gamer with Alder Lake i9 in need for optimization

Aorus 17 XE4: This compact gaming machine offers Thunderbolt 4

Google Pixel 6 Pro: Good smartphones do not have to be expensive

Oppo Find X5 Pro: A powerful smartphone with few shortcomings

Dell Inspiron 15 3505: Ryzen office laptop with low stamina

165 W vs. 105 W GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: It matters most at higher resolutions

Intel Core i5-1155G7 outperforms the Core i7-1165G7: 12-inch Vaio SX12 comes with the performance of a 15-inch Ultrabook

Motorola Moto G41 Review Verdict - Motorola's secret weapon against Xiaomi smartphones?

Lenovo Tab P12 Pro Review Verdict: Premium Tablet with Compelling Business Features

The Razer Blade 17 suddenly has a bigger battery this year. What's the secret?

Lenovo's new Legion 5i Pro 16 G7 with the RTX 3070 Ti is a very good Gaming Laptop

Galaxy S22 Ultra: Samsung's top smartphone still needs to work out some kinks

That awkward moment when a GeForce RTX 3060 laptop can outperform some GeForce RTX 3070 laptops

Gigabyte Aero 16: 4K OLED and Thunderbolt 4 for Gamers and Creators

Huawei P50 Pro: Once at the top, it has now become exotic

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G smartphone review conclusion: Can less sometimes be more?

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