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Some iPad mini 6 owners are now complaining about display distortion and discoloration. (Image: Apple)

Some new iPad mini 6 owners complaining of display flickering and discoloration, adding to earlier complaints of 'jelly scrolling'

Apple’s new iPad mini 6 has garnered a lot of positive reviews on launch. However, some users have noted a potential new issue emerging with their displays in addition to the previously reported ‘jelly scrolling’ problem.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Oct 2021 13:37

The 8T may get an indirect upgrade in 2021. (Source: OnePlus)

The "OnePlus 9RT" emerges on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 888 processor

OnePlus is currently believed to have a late-2021 flagship refresh called the 9RT nearly ready to go. A model number previously linked to this putative smartphone has just popped up again in a new leak. It has appeared on Geekbenc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Oct 2021 18:39

The Xiaomi Pad 5 comes with a stylus and up to 8 GB RAM in the Pro model. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro on sale from US$449 via third-party retailer as the regular Pad 5 officially returns to Europe at full price

The Xiaomi Pad 5 has appeared back in stock via the Chinese company’s official online stores in Europe but at full price. However, prospective buyers interested in the tablet or the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro and Pad 5 Pro 5G models can now...

Daniel R Deakin, 05 Oct 2021 15:17

The MediaTek Dimensity 2000 could be launched in early 2022

MediaTek Dimensity 2000 to feature an ARM Cortex-X2 CPU core; will allegedly perform on par with the Snapdragon 898

A new rumour states that the MediaTek Dimensity is up to 25% more power-efficient than the Snapdragon 898. Both chipsets are slated to share an identical core configuration (1xCortex-X2 + 3xCortex-A710 + 4xCortex-A510), but the Di...

Anil Ganti, 05 Oct 2021 12:31

Early MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition arrives for the Mi 11 Ultra in Europe

Xiaomi is now rolling out the very first MIUI 12.5 Enhanced update to owners of the European model of its flagship phone, the Mi 11 Ultra. This is a Mi Pilot release, however, and is not currently available to the public, although...

Ricci Rox, 05 Oct 2021 08:05

Rumor | Realme is about to unleash the GT Neo2 on the European market

Realme has only just debuted its second-gen Neo smartphone in its native China; now, a new leak asserts that the device is about to go international. The OEM is said to bring most of its RAM/storage configuration in all of its new...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2021 19:21

The A15 Bionic is still remarkably powerful in low power mode. (Image: Apple)

Even in low power mode, the iPhone 13 Pro A15 Bionic chip still embarrasses the competition

It is well-known that Apple has a significant lead over the competition in terms of both the performance and efficiency of its Arm-based designs. However, even in low power mode, Geekbench 5 shows that the A15 powering the Apple i...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Oct 2021 10:58

The Snapdragon 778G is built on TSMC's 6 nm manufacturing process. (Source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 778G vs MediaTek Dimensity 1200: Just how powerful is Qualcomm's latest affordable SoC?

Qualcomm's Snapdragon 778G and MediaTek's Dimensity 1200 are the two current chipsets of choice across the mid-range and sub-premium segments. Some may wonder exactly what performance differences exist between the two chipsets; an...

Ricci Rox, 03 Oct 2021 18:29

Rumor | The POCO M4 Pro is incoming with a MediaTek processor and faster charging

Xiaomi completed the global roll-out of the POCO M3 Pro in mid-2021. Now, a number of leaks suggest that a successor for this affordable 5G phone is incoming. The M4 Pro is said to have an SoC from the same OEM as its forebear, al...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2021 17:09

The Pixel 6 series is expected to debut on October 19. (Source: Google)

Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Tensor details fully revealed ahead of October 19 debut

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are expected to debut on October 19. While prior leaks have revealed a lot about the Pixel 6 Pro, a new leak from China lays bare all essential details of the duo as well as the chipset they will...

Ricci Rox, 03 Oct 2021 11:08

Redmi K50 series detailed in new leak: E5 displays, 108 MP camera, 120 W charging, and more

The Redmi K50 series will succeed the Redmi K40 series as Xiaomi's more affordable premium phone lineup. A new leak has now revealed important details of the three phones in the series, the Redmi K50, Redmi K50 Pro, and Redmi K50 ...

Ricci Rox, 03 Oct 2021 07:37

Asus launches an Android 12 preview program for the ZenFone 8

Asus' ZenFone 8 is one of 2021's very few true compact Android flagships. It normally runs on ZenUI based on Android 11; however, the OEM has now officially announced it is working on a major upgrade for this software. Users who w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Oct 2021 20:33

MediaTek wins the mobile SoC market in 2Q2021. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek is found to have taken its biggest share of the mobile SoC market ever for the second quarter of 2021

Counterpoint Research has announced the results of its analysis of the smartphone processor market during the second quarter of 2021 (2Q2021). They indicate that MediaTek "dominated" the space for those 3 months, taking a share of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Oct 2021 19:26

Xiaomi Pad 5, Xiaomi 11T series, others now eligible for beta recruitment as Xiaomi begins Android 12 Global ROM beta testing

Xiaomi has now listed its new phones like the Xiaomi Pad 5, Xiaomi 11T series, and Redmi 10 in its list of devices eligible for beta recruitment. The company has also started the Global stable ROM Android 12 beta-testing, kicking ...

Ricci Rox, 02 Oct 2021 11:32

The Google Pixel 6 has been teased in a new Google Japan video advert. (Image source: Google - edited)

New Pixel 6 teaser from Google Japan offers a look at the UI and fuels the hype train for the "coming soon" smartphone

Google Japan has posted a new teaser video for the upcoming Pixel 6 smartphone. The clip offers a good look at the user interface (UI) of the latest Pixel device but only delivers a “coming soon” launch timeframe for the eagerly a...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Oct 2021 10:44

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition arrives for the Mi 10T duo in Europe. (Source: NextPit)

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced: Rollout continues with the Mi 10, Mi 10T, and 10T Pro in Europe

Xiaomi is now gracing its premium phones, the Mi 10, Mi 10T, and Mi 10T Pro with their first tastes of MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition in Europe. The updates for the three phones deliver the September security patch, as well as all of ...

Ricci Rox, 02 Oct 2021 00:09

MediaTek debuts the new Filogic series. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek's new Filogic chipsets are slated to bring Wi-Fi 6 or 6E to next-gen mobile and smart devices

MediaTek has unveiled a new "high-performance" series dedicated to the latest standard of wireless connectivity. It now consists of the Filogic 830 and 630, the line's first examples of system-on-chips (SoCs) and network interface...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2021 20:32

The "Realme Q3s" on TENAA. (Source: TENAA)

Realme's "Q3s" is slated to launch with a mid-range 5G Snapdragon processor and 30W charging

Realme is now thought to have a new addition to its affordable-5G Q series of smartphones ready to go. Now, the latest tips purport to have a product name for this variant, as well as further display and charging specs. Should the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2021 19:33

The Surface Pro X successor could use an Arm chip developed by Microsoft and AMD

Microsoft and AMD are reportedly developing an Arm processor for laptops

A new rumour from South Korea suggests that Microsoft and AMD are developing an Arm processor for laptops. It will use Cortex-X1 CPU cores, an AMD mRDNA2 GPU with 8CUs, and an Exynos 5G modem. The mystery SoC will be fabbed on TSM...

Anil Ganti, 01 Oct 2021 18:01

macOS Monterey contains references to a High Power Mode. (Image source: Mia Baker)

Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models to receive a performance boost in macOS 12 Monterey

Reputedly, Apple is developing a High Power Mode for MacBook hardware. The mode will be introduced with a future macOS 12 Monterey update and should benefit all MacBooks, including the long-awaited 14-inch and 16-inch M1X-based mo...

Alex Alderson, 01 Oct 2021 15:46

The OnePlus 9 Pro is limited to 3.3x optical zoom. (Source: CNET)

New OnePlus 10 Pro leak touts specific camera improvement over the OnePlus 9 Pro

OnePlus will debut the OnePlus 10 series next year. A new leak has now revealed what could be the first major improvement over the OnePlus 9 Pro and while it's a welcome advancement, it's unlikely to set hearts of fans racing.

Ricci Rox, 01 Oct 2021 12:37

The new Moto Tab G20. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola launches a new tablet for the Indian market

Motorola's latest announcement is a rare one, as it is for a tablet rather than a phone. The new Moto Tab G20 is an 8-inch slate with an HD+ resolution and a budget-grade MediaTek processor. Nevertheless, its specs do not match th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Sep 2021 23:55

A new Nokia phone? (Source: NokiaPowerUser)

Rumor | Nokia will launch a new budget 5G phone soon

Nokia is linked to the launch of a number of new mobile devices soon. Now, a new leak suggests that one of them will be powered by a low-end Snapdragon processor, the specs of which also indicates this potentially upcoming handset...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Sep 2021 23:18

The Xiaomi Watch Color 2. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi's collaboration with Goodix continues with the Watch Color 2 and Xiaomi Civi

Xiaomi recently launched the Xiaomi Watch Color 2 and Xiaomi Civi in China. Both devices happen to feature components made by semiconductor maker Goodix as well, continuing a strong relationship between Xiaomi and its fellow Chine...

Ricci Rox, 30 Sep 2021 09:30

Huawei might launch a clamshell-type foldable soon. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | Huawei will launch a clamshell foldable phone by the end of 2021

Huawei is an OEM that has already made it into the foldable smartphone market. Its latest Mate X2 is the closest contemporary to Samsung's premium Galaxy Z Fold3. Now, the Chinese electronics giant is linked to a second device tou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Sep 2021 18:27

Lenovo teases its next Xiaoxin-line product again. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo teases the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 with yet more high-end display specs

Lenovo's latest tablet is one pitched at the OEM's own home market of China. Its latest teaser makes it look even more like the latest 12.6-inch slate released to the international market. This one is tipped to run different, regi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Sep 2021 16:55

The Mi 11 Ultra sports a 50 MP camera. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 12 Ultra: New leak reveals even more details of Xiaomi's upcoming flagship

The upcoming Xiaomi 12 Ultra will be the company's most ambitious phone yet, and a new leak has now thrown even more light on what to expect from the device. Curved edges make a return, for one, while Xiaomi will equip the flagshi...

Ricci Rox, 29 Sep 2021 16:29

The Samsung Galaxy S21 debuted in January. (Source: NextPit)

New Galaxy S22 series leak debunks recent launch date rumors

The Galaxy S22 series will be Samsung's next mainstream flagship phones. Recent reports have claimed that a launch could be scheduled for much earlier than is traditional but those reports have now been called into doubt by a new ...

Ricci Rox, 29 Sep 2021 16:19

Sharp launches new Aquos phones. (Source: Sharp)

The new 240Hz-display Aquos zero6 launches as Sharp's lightest 5G phone

Sharp has brought its ultra-high display refresh rate to another new phone in 2021. At 146g, this Aquos zero6 is also now touted as the lightest mobile device with 5G in existence. It has launched alongside the sense6 5G, probably...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Sep 2021 16:00

The POCO C31 offers entry-level components for a likely very affordable price. (Image source: POCO - edited)

POCO C31 full specs and expected price of the cheap Helio G35-powered phone leak ahead of launch

The alleged full specs of the POCO C31 along with an expected price for India have been leaked right ahead of the phone’s launch, which is scheduled for September 30. The budget handset will sport a MediaTek Helio G35 processor an...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Sep 2021 14:23

The Poco F3 is now receiving MIUI 12.5 Enhanced in Europe. (Source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition arrives for the Poco F3 in Europe

Xiaomi is now expanding the MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition rollout for the Poco F3. The company is currently rolling out an early build of the update to Mi Pilot testers of the European ROM version of the phone, with the OTA also deli...

Ricci Rox, 28 Sep 2021 21:10

The "new" Redmi 9 Activ. (Source: Redmi)

Redmi kick-starts the 9 series in India again with a new Activ version because why not

Xiaomi's Redmi 9 series is a head-scratcher, particularly as its members can be completely different from market to market. Now, the OEM has added to this confusion with the new India-specific 9 Activ variant. It has been unveiled...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Sep 2021 18:54

The latest GTR and GTS are on the way. (Source: Amazfit)

The Amazfit GTR and GTS 3 smartwatches are set for launch later in 2021

The popular health and fitness tech brand Amazfit has confirmed the existence of third generations for its GTR and GTS flagship smartwatch lines. These potentially powerful and advanced wearables are now also set for launch during...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Sep 2021 17:33

The Huawei P50 Pro features a 4G variant of the Snapdragon 888. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei Mate 50 series tipped to feature a Snapdragon 898 4G variant

After releasing the P50 series, Huawei is working on its next flagship, the Mate 50 Pro. New information now indicates that, just like the P50 series, the Mate 50 could be equipped with a 4G variant of Qualcomm's chipset—in this c...

Ricci Rox, 28 Sep 2021 14:28

Honor announces the Tab V7, a new 10-inch Android 11 tablet with pen support and a new MediaTek processor

Honor has just expanded its new Tab V7 series with a second, vanilla variant. It looks much like its flagship counterpart, although it has a smaller, lower-end display and a more mid-range processor. Then again, it retains support...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Sep 2021 17:44

The Xiaomi Civi prioritizes design. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Civi launched: Stunning design, a Snapdragon 778G, and solid cameras starting at the equivalent of US$400

Xiaomi has now launched its latest smartphone, the Xiaomi Civi, in China. The Civi launches with a focus on design, youth, and cameras, and features a premium display, 64 MP main camera, and Snapdragon 778G. Pricing begins at the ...

Ricci Rox, 27 Sep 2021 09:20

The OPPO K9 Pro is a new mid-range smartphone with novel promotional offers

OPPO has debuted 3 new products today (September 26, 2021). The OEM has already spilled many details for the K9 Pro, as well as its new TV, already. However, some juicy tidbits remain to be unveiled, the smartphone's unexpected ne...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Sep 2021 22:30

Xiaomi tipped to bring the Snapdragon 778G to the budget segment

The Snapdragon 778G appears to be the new chipset of choice in the mid-range segment. Xiaomi, in typical fashion, however, could be set to bring the powerful 5G chipset to even more affordable phones in the near future. The Redmi ...

Ricci Rox, 26 Sep 2021 20:02

Apple's next-generation MacBook Pro models may have taller displays to go with their new SoCs. (Image source: Howard Bouchevereau)

Next-generation Apple MacBook Pros will have taller displays than current models, but not quite 3:2

According to reports, Apple is preparing to release taller MacBook Pros this year with the MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16. While the laptops will not adopt the 3:2 aspect ratio, they will be noticeably taller than the current M...

Alex Alderson, 26 Sep 2021 00:29

But where is the camera? There is none in the back of the Lenovo Yoga Tab 13.

Yoga Tab 13: Lenovo forgot the camera in its entertainment tablet

The tablets with the cylindrical bulge are back. The Yoga Tab 13 turns out a good entertainment tablet, but Lenovo seems to have missed a development in high-priced tablets.

Florian Schmitt, 26 Sep 2021 00:26

An alleged Moto E40 press shot. (Source: Twitter)

Moto E40: full specs and renders for the alleged Motorola budget flagship spill in a new leak

The Moto E40 has yet to be confirmed, and yet is currently thought to be ranked among the highest-end devices of its series on its launch. It is rumored to be the first of the line to have a 90Hz display. Its newest leak suggests ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Sep 2021 23:27

The Q may get a well-spec'd successor soon. (Source: Realme)

Rumor | The next Realme Q-series phone's display will have some specs better than those of the GT Neo2

Now that Realme has launched its latest high-end phone, the GT Neo2, the OEM has indicated that it will turn its thoughts to a new addition of its more affordable Q series of Android devices. A reliable leaker alleges that its dis...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Sep 2021 18:23

A new Moto G Pure teaser. (Source: Motorola)

Rumor | The Motorola Moto G Pure will launch with "2-day battery", a low-end MediaTek SoC and a ~US$300 price-point

Motorola has been said to have a new member of the Moto G series called the Pure nearly ready for launch. Now, new leaks purport to confirm this product name, as well as some pertinent specs for the device. They include a fairly g...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Sep 2021 16:58

The Apple M1X has been predicted to offer faster performance than a 16-core Mac Pro (Late 2019). (Image source: Apple/Geekbench - edited)

Staggering M1X performance predictions place the upcoming 10-core Apple Silicon ahead of a 2019 16-core Mac Pro

New performance predictions for the Apple M1X SoC have been offered up, and they show the 10-core Apple Silicon surpassing the 16-core Intel Xeon W-3245 in the Mac Pro from Late 2019. It has also been reckoned that the M1X cores w...

Daniel R Deakin, 25 Sep 2021 09:32

A new Pixelbook might arrive soon. (Source: AppleLe257 via Twitter)

The "Google Pixelbook 2" emerges in the form of renders with a trendy range of colors

A leaker has posted a set of allegedly official renders for a second-gen Pixelbook. This rumored new Chromebook is now portrayed as coming in 5 bright colorways that definitely suggests Google is trying to keep pace with Apple in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2021 18:02

The Watch Color 2 is nearly here. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms a launch for the Watch Color 2 on the same day as the upcoming Civi series

Xiaomi has now affirmed that it has a second-gen round-faced smartwatch ready to launch, and that it will be called the Watch Color 2 in its native China. This potentially substantial upgrade compared to the original Color is now ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2021 17:14

The upcoming AMD - MediaTek notebook processors could compete with Apple's M models.

AMD and MediaTek rumored to form joint venture focusing on notebook SoCs

Rumor has it that the joint venture would focus on notebook SoCs with integrated Wi-Fi 6, 5G and high bandwidth wired controllers. AMD could also be looking to use future MediaTek custom ARM cores in combination with RDNA graphics...

Bogdan Solca, 24 Sep 2021 14:31

The iPad mini and iPhone 13 Pro Max both feature an A15 Bionic SoC, but they differ slightly. (Image: Sanjiv Sathiah/Notebookcheck)

Both the CPU and GPU of the A15 Bionic in the iPad mini confirmed slower than the iPhone 13 Pro in our early testing

We’ve got our hands on the new iPhone 13 Max Pro and the iPad mini 6. Both feature Apple’s 15 Bionic with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU configuration, but we have confirmed the performance of the chip in the iPad mini is indeed slower...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2021 13:47

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78% Motorola Defy smartphone review - Affordable outdoor phone with interesting design

Some new iPad mini 6 owners complaining of display flickering and discoloration, adding to earlier complaints of 'jelly scrolling'

The "OnePlus 9RT" emerges on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 888 processor

Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro on sale from US$449 via third-party retailer as the regular Pad 5 officially returns to Europe at full price

MediaTek Dimensity 2000 to feature an ARM Cortex-X2 CPU core; will allegedly perform on par with the Snapdragon 898

Early MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition arrives for the Mi 11 Ultra in Europe

Rumor | Realme is about to unleash the GT Neo2 on the European market

Even in low power mode, the iPhone 13 Pro A15 Bionic chip still embarrasses the competition

Snapdragon 778G vs MediaTek Dimensity 1200: Just how powerful is Qualcomm's latest affordable SoC?

Rumor | The POCO M4 Pro is incoming with a MediaTek processor and faster charging

Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Tensor details fully revealed ahead of October 19 debut

Redmi K50 series detailed in new leak: E5 displays, 108 MP camera, 120 W charging, and more

Asus launches an Android 12 preview program for the ZenFone 8

MediaTek is found to have taken its biggest share of the mobile SoC market ever for the second quarter of 2021

Xiaomi Pad 5, Xiaomi 11T series, others now eligible for beta recruitment as Xiaomi begins Android 12 Global ROM beta testing

New Pixel 6 teaser from Google Japan offers a look at the UI and fuels the hype train for the "coming soon" smartphone

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced: Rollout continues with the Mi 10, Mi 10T, and 10T Pro in Europe

MediaTek's new Filogic chipsets are slated to bring Wi-Fi 6 or 6E to next-gen mobile and smart devices

Realme's "Q3s" is slated to launch with a mid-range 5G Snapdragon processor and 30W charging

Microsoft and AMD are reportedly developing an Arm processor for laptops

Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models to receive a performance boost in macOS 12 Monterey

New OnePlus 10 Pro leak touts specific camera improvement over the OnePlus 9 Pro

Motorola launches a new tablet for the Indian market

Rumor | Nokia will launch a new budget 5G phone soon

85% Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G smartphone review: With more power in its latest version

Xiaomi's collaboration with Goodix continues with the Watch Color 2 and Xiaomi Civi

Rumor | Huawei will launch a clamshell foldable phone by the end of 2021

Lenovo teases the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 with yet more high-end display specs

Xiaomi 12 Ultra: New leak reveals even more details of Xiaomi's upcoming flagship

New Galaxy S22 series leak debunks recent launch date rumors

The new 240Hz-display Aquos zero6 launches as Sharp's lightest 5G phone

POCO C31 full specs and expected price of the cheap Helio G35-powered phone leak ahead of launch

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition arrives for the Poco F3 in Europe

Redmi kick-starts the 9 series in India again with a new Activ version because why not

The Amazfit GTR and GTS 3 smartwatches are set for launch later in 2021

Huawei Mate 50 series tipped to feature a Snapdragon 898 4G variant

Honor announces the Tab V7, a new 10-inch Android 11 tablet with pen support and a new MediaTek processor

Xiaomi Civi launched: Stunning design, a Snapdragon 778G, and solid cameras starting at the equivalent of US$400

The OPPO K9 Pro is a new mid-range smartphone with novel promotional offers

Xiaomi tipped to bring the Snapdragon 778G to the budget segment

Next-generation Apple MacBook Pros will have taller displays than current models, but not quite 3:2

Yoga Tab 13: Lenovo forgot the camera in its entertainment tablet

Moto E40: full specs and renders for the alleged Motorola budget flagship spill in a new leak

Rumor | The next Realme Q-series phone's display will have some specs better than those of the GT Neo2

Rumor | The Motorola Moto G Pure will launch with "2-day battery", a low-end MediaTek SoC and a ~US$300 price-point

Staggering M1X performance predictions place the upcoming 10-core Apple Silicon ahead of a 2019 16-core Mac Pro

The "Google Pixelbook 2" emerges in the form of renders with a trendy range of colors

Xiaomi confirms a launch for the Watch Color 2 on the same day as the upcoming Civi series

AMD and MediaTek rumored to form joint venture focusing on notebook SoCs

Both the CPU and GPU of the A15 Bionic in the iPad mini confirmed slower than the iPhone 13 Pro in our early testing

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