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You can now Pre-order the new HONOR X9c in Saudi Arabia

November 21, 2024

Starting today until the end of month, you can now pre-order the new HONOR X9c. Price for the pre-order will be SAR 1,399.00 and it includes freebies worth SAR 636. After the preorder period the HONOR X9c smartphone will retail for SAR 2,135.00

The freebies are;

  • HONOR Choice OWS Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds – SAR 338.00
  • 12 Months Damage Protection – SAR 199.00
  • 12 Months Battery Damage Protection – SAR 99.00

Below are the specs of the new HONOR X9c;

  • Display: 6.78 inches AMOLED display, 19.85:9 aspect ratio, 1.07 billion colors, 2700×1224 resolution.
  • CPU: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4xA78*2.2GHz+4xA55*1.8GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno A710
  • OS: MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
  • Storage: 256GB
  • RAM: 12GB
  • Rear Camera: 108MP Main Camera (F1.75), OIS, 5MP Wide Camera(F2.2), Support 4K video shooting, up to 3840×2160 pixels video resolution and 12000×9000 pixels image resolution
  • Front Camera: 16MP (F2.45), up to 3456×4608 pixels image and up to 2520×1080 pixels image resolution.
  • Network: 5G (NR), 4G (LTE FDD/FDD), 3G (WCDMA) and 2G (GSM)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo position.
  • Sensors: Gravity, Fingerprint, Gyroscope, Compass, NFC, Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor.
  • Color: Jade Cyan,Titanium Purple,Titanium Black,Sunrise Orange
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 162.8mm x 75.5mm x 7.98mm
  • Weight: Approx. 189g
  • Battery: 6600mAh Lithium Polymer Battery with 66w charging and 20V/3.3A Standard Charger.

Apple Mac Mini M4 Now Available in Jarir

November 12, 2024

You can now get your Apple Mac Mini M4 from Jarir and below are the pricelist.

M4 Processor (10-core CPU and 10-core GPU

  • 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR2,799
  • 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR3,749
  • 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR4,699

M4 Pro Processor (12-core CPU and 16-core GPU)

  • 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR6,699

Announced last month, the Mac Mini is one of the cheapest Macs that you can buy and the base model M4, 16GB RAM and 256GB Storage is probably the best deal for a new Mac.

Specs of Mac Mini with M4 chips;

  • Dimesnion (DxWxH): 5.0 inches x 5.0 inches x 2.0 inches
  • Processor: M4, M4 Pro
  • 16GB unified RAM, configurable up to 64GB
  • 256GB SSD, configurable up to 8TB
  • Built-in speaker
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones
  • HDMI port
  • Two USB-C ports with support for USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)
  • Thunderbolt 4/Thunderbolt 5 ports
  • USB 4
  • Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • DisplayPort
  • Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet Connectivity
  • Weight:
    • M4 – 1.5 pounds (0.67 kg)
    • M4 Pro- 1.6 pounds (0.73 kg)

POCO C75 Now Pfficial in the Philippines

November 4, 2024

POCO has officially launch the C75 in the Philippines.

The POCO C75 smartphone is an entry-level smartphone with a large display and long-lasting battery powered by a Helio G81-Ultra chipset. It features a 6.68-inch HD+ (1640 x 720) display with 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. If have up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage.

The POCO C75 is equipped with a 50MP main rear camera with 5P lens and f/1.8 apperture. As for the front shooter, it uses a 13MP camera with f/2.0 apperture and up to 1080p HD video recording at 30 fps.

The POCO C75 will have a 5160mAh (typ) that supports 18W fast charging. The C75 is powered by Xiaomi HyperOS.

You can checkout the full specs of POCO C75 here.

POCO C75 will be available in black, gold and green colors and in two variants; the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. The POCO is sold on Lazada and they are currently running a early bird price for the C75 until Nov. 10th. The early bird price for the POCO C75 is ₱5,499 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and
₱6,599.00 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage.

The regular price after the early bird promo will be ₱5,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and ₱6,999.00 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage.

Source: Yugatech

Indonesia has banned the sales of Google Pixel

November 4, 2024

The Indonesian government has banned the sales of Google Pixel in the country even though they are not officially distributed in the country.

The banned was made because Google has not met the rules that requires smartphone sold locally should contain at least 40% of the parts made domestically.

“We are pushing these rules so that there’s fairness for all investors in Indonesia,” Febri Hendri Antoni Arief, industry ministry spokesperson, said on Thursday. “Google’s products have not adhered to the scheme we set, so they can’t be sold here.”

The ban for the Google Pixel comes a week after the country blocked Apple from selling the new iPhone 16 locally due to the same content rules.

Source: Yugatech, Reuters

You can now Pre-order the Macbook Pro with the new M4 chip from Jarir

November 3, 2024

The new Macbook Pro is now available for Pre-order from Jarir.

14-inch

M4

  • 10-Core CPU, 10-Core GPU, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR7,499.00
  • 10-Core CPU, 10-Core GPU, 16GB RAM and 1TBGB SSD Storage – SR8,499.00

M4 Pro

  • 12-Core CPU, 16-Core GPU, 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR9,499.00
  • 14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 24GB RAM and 1TB SSD Storage – SR11,399.00

16-inch

M4 Pro

  • 14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR11,499.00
  • 14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 48GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR13,399.00

Pre-order period will be Oct. 30th until Nov. 8th. Shipping and collection is expected to start between November 8th to November 16th, 2024.

Apple updates the Macbook Pro with the new M4 family

November 1, 2024

Together with the new iMac and Mac mini, Apple has updated the Macbook Pro with the new M4 family of chips. Apple appears to be just refreshing the processor and camera then keeping the same specs.

“MacBook Pro is an incredibly powerful tool that millions of people use to do their life’s best work, and today we’re making it even better,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. “With the powerful M4 family of chips, and packed with pro features like Thunderbolt 5, an advanced 12MP Center Stage camera, an all-new nano-texture display option, and Apple Intelligence, the new MacBook Pro continues to be, by far, the world’s best pro laptop.”

Macbook Pro

Here are the key specs of the new 14-inches Macbook Pro;

  • 14.2-inch/16.2-inch (diagonal) Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Processor: M4 (10-core CPU and 10-core GPU), M4 Pro and M4 Max (up to 6-core CPu and up to 40-core GPU)
  • Apple Intelligence
  • 12MP Center Stage camera with faceTime video
  • Up to 32GB RAM (M4 model)
  • Up to 128GB RAM (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
  • Up to 2TB storage (M4)
  • up to 8TB storage (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
  • Touch ID
  • High-fidelity six-speaker sound system
  • Studio-quality three-mic array
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
  • Ports: 3.5 mm headphone jack, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, 3x Thunderbolt 4 (M4 model)/3x Thunderbolt 5 (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
  • Integrated 72.4-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with up to 24 hrs of battery life
  • Colors: Space Black and Silver

Pre-order is now available and the new Macbook will be Apple Store locations and Apple Authorized Resellers, beginning Friday, November 8. Price starts at $1,599 for the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4, 14‑inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro starts at $1,999 and 16‑inch MacBook Pro starts at $2,499.

New iMac now available for Pre-order in Jarir in Saudi Arabia

November 1, 2024

he new iMac is now available for pre-order in Jarir.

Below are the pricing;

  • M4 (8-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR5,999.00
  • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR6,949.00
  • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR7,899.00
  • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR8,849.00

    • Pre-order period will be from October 30th until November 8th, 2024 (or while supply last). Shipping and collection will then start between November 8th at 4:00 PM to November 16th, 2024. Unfortunately, the new iMac from Jarir is not configurable.

    New iMac: Blue

    Apple officially announced the new iMac with the new M4 chip last Monday, Oct. 28th.

    Here are the key specs of the new iMac;

    • 24-inches 4.5K Retina display (4480 X 2520) , an optional nano-texture display
    • M4 chip (8-core CPU/8-Core GPU, 10-Core CPU /10-Core GPU)
    • macOS Sequoia
    • Apple Intelligence
    • 12MP Center Stage web camera
    • up to 32 GB of RAM
    • up to 2 TB of storage
    • High-fidelity Six-speaker System, Support for Spatial Audio
    • up to 4X Thunderbolt 4
    • Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
    • Colors: Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver.
    • Dimension (WxHxD): 54.70 cm x 46.10cm x 14.70cm

    Here’s the price of the new Mac Mini in the Philippines

    October 31, 2024

    Here are the pricing of the new Mac mini in the Philippines.

    M4 Processor

    • 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – ₱36,990.00
    • 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – ₱48,990.00
    • 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – ₱60,990.00

    M4 Pro Processor

  • 24GB RAM + 512 Storage – ₱84,990.00

    • Optional Upgrade

    • 24GB RAM – ₱12,000.00
    • 32GB RAM – ₱24,000.00
    • 512GB SSD storage – ₱12,000.00
    • 1TB SSD storage – ₱24,000.00
    • 2TB SSD storage – ₱48,000.00
    • 10 Gigabit Ethernet – ₱6,000.00
    • Final Cut Pro – ₱14,990.00
    • Logic Pro – ₱9,990.00

    Optional Upgrade for Mac mini with M4 Pro chip

    • Apple M4 Pro chip with 14‑core CPU, 20‑core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine – ₱12,000.00
    • 48GB RAM – ₱24,000.00
    • 64GB RAM – ₱36,000.00
    • 1TB SSD storage – ₱12,000.00
    • 2TB SSD storage – ₱36,000.00
    • 4TB SSD storage – ₱72,000.00
    • 8TB SSD storage – ₱144,000.00
    • 10 Gigabit Ethernet – ₱6,000.00
    • Final Cut Pro – ₱14,990.00
    • Logic Pro – ₱9,990.00

    Apple announces new Mac mini

    October 31, 2024

    Joining the new iMac, Apple also announce a new and powerful Mac mini.

    Spec-wise, the Mac mini is one of the most powerful pc in the market. Powered by the Apple’s new M4 and M4 Pro chip. Out of the box, the Mac mini will have 16GB of RAM and 256Gb for storage, if you need more ram and storage, you can max-out your Mac mini to up to 8TB of storage and up to 64GB of RAM.

    It can support up to 3 displays for M4 Pro version and 2 displays for the M4 version, it will have a Two USB-C ports and a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the front, and an ethernet port, 3 Thunderbolt 4 (Thunderbolt 5 for the M4 Pro model) and an HDMI at the back.

    The new Mac mini supports Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and bluetooth 5.3. Just like with the new iMac, the Apple Intelligence will also be available in the new Mac mini.

    Price for the new Mac mini starts at $599 for the M4 version with 16GB RAM and 256 storage, it’s now available for pre-order and will be available on November 8.

    Pricing of the new iMac in the Philippines

    October 29, 2024

    Apple just announced the new iMac with the new M4 Chip and Apple Intelligence.

    If you plan on getting one, below are the pricing of the new iMac in the Philippines;

    • M4 (8-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – ₱84,990.00
    • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – ₱96,990.00
    • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – ₱108,990.00
    • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – ₱120,990.00

    Optional Upgrade

    • Nano-Texture Glass – ₱12,000.00
    • 32 GB RAM – ₱12,000.00
    • 512 GB SSD Storage – ₱12,000.00
    • 1TB SSD Storage – ₱24,000.00
    • Gigabit Ethernet – ₱2,000.00
    • Magic Trackpad – ₱2,500.00
    • Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (US English) – ₱5,000.00
    • Final Cut Pro – ₱14,990.00
    • Logic Pro – ₱9,990.00

    Apple announces new iMac with M4 chip and Apple Intelligence

    October 29, 2024

    Apple has officially announce the new iMac powered by the new M4 chip and with Apple Intelligence. The new Apple iMac is an all-in-one desktop that features a 24-inches 4.5K Retina display, an optional nano-texture display is also available to reduce the reflections and glare on the screen.

    The new iMac is equipped with a 12MP Center Stage web camera, up to 32 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of storage. The new Apple iMac will be powered by the new M4 chip, which was first introduced in May 2024 for the iPad Pro (M4).

    The new iMac in 7 new colors: Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver.

    Together with the updated specs, the new iMacs will available in 7 new colors; Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver. It will also be available in two variants; 8-core CPU and 8-Core GPU, and 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU.

    In addition to the great hardware, Apple Intelligence will be available with the new iMac. “Apple Intelligence, powered by Apple silicon and the Neural Engine, empowers users to work, communicate, and create on Mac in groundbreaking ways.”

    Here’s a 4 mins video on Apple Intelligence.

    The new iMac is available to pre-order today, with availability beginning Friday, November 8. The starting price for the new iMac (8-Core CPU/GPU with 16GB RAM and 256GB Storage will be $1299 and the price will get higher as you configure your iMac to have higher specs. You can checkout the full specs of the new iMac here.

    Honor Magic7 Pro unveiled at the Snapdragon Summit

    October 23, 2024

    Taking stage at the Snapdragon Summit, Honor has officially unveil the Magic 07 Pro. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the Honor Magic 07 Pro will feature a new on-device AI assistant (named YOYO) that will be part of MagicOS 9.0 (Android 15).

    Aside from using the new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, Honor’s CMO Dr. Ray Guo did not reveal too much about the new Honor Magic7 Pro, since the Honor will have their own event launching the Honor Magic7 Pro and the new MagicOS 9.0 on the 30th of October.

    I guess, we’ll just have to wait and see.

    Qualcomm officially announce the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

    October 23, 2024

    At the Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm has officially unveil the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the company’s “most powerful and world’s fastest mobile system-on-a-chip ever.”

    The new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor will debut the 2nd-generation custom-built Oryon CPU, Adreno GPU and the enhanced Hexagon NPU. The company also said that the new Snapdragon 8 Elite offers CPU speeds up to 4.32GHz and up to 40% improved performance and 40% better power efficiency on the Adreno GPU side. And with the Hexagon NPU, the new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor delivers a 45% AI performance improvement and 45% better performance per watt.

    Qualcomm also named ASUS, Honor, iQOO, OnePlus, OPPO, RealMe, Samsung, Vivo, Xiaomi and more, as some of the OEMs and smartphone to announce devices powered by the the new Snapdragon 8 Elite, in the coming weeks.

    Apple announces new iPad mini powered by new A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Pencil Pro

    October 17, 2024

    Apple just announced the new iPad mini, it features the A17 Pro chip, the same chip that was used in the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max.

    Spec-wise, the new iPad mini features a 8.3-inches Liquid Retina display, 2266-by-1488 resolution at 326 ppi and 500 nits brightness. The new iPad Mini will only have one 12MP wide camera at the back (ƒ/1.8 aperture) and a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera (ƒ/2.4 aperture).

    Powered by the A17 Pro chip and its advanced neural engine, the new iPad Mini will support Apple Intelligence once the free software update with iPadOS 18.1 becomes available later this month.

    The new iPad mini is compatible with Apple Pencil Pro and the Apple Pencil (USB‑C), allowing users to draw, write, and edit on the new iPad Mini.

    Here’s the spec-rundown of the new iPad Mini;

    • Display: 8.3-inch FHD+ (2266 x 1488) Liquid Retina display with Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) support
    • Processor: Apple A17 Pro
    • Storage: 128GB, 256GB and 512GB
    • Rear Camera: 12MP wide rear camera, Up to 4K video recording
    • Front Camera: 12MP ultra wide front camera, up to 1080p HD video @up to 60 fps
    • Audio: Stereo speakers, 2x microphones
    • Cellular: 5G (sub‑6 GHz) with 4×4 MIMO, Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO
    • Wireless: Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO and Bluetooth 5.3
    • Location: (All models) Digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon microlocation, (Wi-Fi + Cellular models) GPS/GNSS and Cellular
    • Sensor: Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer and Ambient light sensor
    • Sim:eSIM
    • OS: iPadOS 18
    • AI: Apple Intelligence
    • Battery: Built-in 19.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery with 20W fast charging
    • Colors: Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight
    • Dimension: 195.4 mm (Height) x 134.8 mm (Width) x 6.3 mm (Thickness)
    • Weight: 293 grams (Wifi), 297 grams (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

    Pricing
    Wifi Only

    • 128GB: $499.00
    • 256GB: $599.00
    • 512GB: $799.00

    Wifi + Cellular

    • 128GB: $649.00
    • 256GB: $749.00
    • 512GB: $949.00

    The new iPad mini will comes in four colors: Midnight, Starlight, Pink, and Purple. The iPad mini is available to order online at apple.com and in the Apple Store app. It will be available in Apple Stores and through Apple Authorized Resellers later this week.

    Samsung Galaxy S24 FE now in Saudi Arabia

    October 8, 2024

    Samsung KSA has announced that the Galaxy S24 FE is now available in Saudi Arabia. First announced last month, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a 6.7-inch smartphone that’s powered by Samsung Exynos 2400e and feature a Dynamic AMOLED display with 1080 x 2340 (FHD+) resolution, 16M color depth and 120 Hz max refresh rate. The also features Samsung’s Galaxy AI, which is an “on-device AI that powers features like real-time translation and image generation.” The Samsung Galaxy AI was first announced at the Galaxy Unpacked July 2024.

    It has a triple rear camera setup (50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP) and a 10.0 MP front facing camera. The Galaxy S24 FE will have 8GB RAM and the storage will be up to 512GB. The Galaxy S24 FE will be in 4 colors; blue, graphite, marble gray and mint. The price for the new Galaxy S24 FE will start at SAR2,849.00 for the 8GB + 256Gb model and SAR3,349.00 for the 8GB + 512Gb variant.

    You can find the full specs of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE here.

    Sony Playstation 5 Pro now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia

    September 30, 2024

    More than 2 weeks since being announced, the Sony Playstation 5 Pro is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia.

    This is what’s included in the box.

    PS5® Pro Console Box Contents

    • PS5® Pro console
    • 1x DualSense® wireless controller
    • 2TB SSD built-in storage
    • 2 Horizontal Stand Feet
    • HDMI® cable
    • AC power cord
    • printed materials
    • ASTRO’s PLAYROOM (Pre-installed game)

    From Sony World, the official Sony distributor in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said that the PlayStation 5 Pro will be available in store by 7th November 2024 and with a retail price of SAR 3,399.00 or around ₱50,717.15 with the current exchange rate. If the release of the PS 5Pro will be similar to its predecessor, then expect a shortage of the gaming console once it become available, specially this holiday season.

    Price of DJI NEO in Saudi Arabia

    September 26, 2024

    If you’re in Saudi Arabia below are the price of DJI NEO from Advanced Media;

    DJI Neo Drone – SAR 939.55
    Includes;

    • 1x DJI Neo Aircraft
    • 1x DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
    • 1x DJI Neo Propeller Guard (Pair)
    • 1x DJI Neo Spare Propellers (Pair)
    • 4x DJI Neo Spare Propeller Screw
    • 1x Screwdriver
    • 1x DJI Neo Gimbal Protector
    • 1x Type-C to Type-C PD Cable
    • Documents (Quick Start Guide, Safety Guidelines, and DJI Logo Stickers)

    DJI Neo Fly More Combo Drone – SAR 1,589.30
    Includes;

    • 1x DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller
    • 1x DJI RC-N3 RC Cable (USB-C Connector)
    • 3x DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
    • 1x DJI Neo Two-Way Charging Hub
    • 1x DJI Neo Propeller Guard (Pair)
    • 1x DJI Neo Spare Propellers (Pair)
    • 4x DJI Neo Spare Propeller Screw
    • 1x Screwdriver
    • 1x DJI Neo Gimbal Protector
    • 1x Type-C to Type-C PD Cable
    • Documents (Quick Start Guide, Safety Guidelines, and DJI Logo Stickers)

    DJI officially announced the NEO drone earlier this month and claim that the NEO Drone is the “lightest and most compact drone to date.”

    Nothing Ear (open) announced

    September 25, 2024

    Nothing has announced the Nothing Ear (open), the company’s first open-ear wireless earbuds. As reported on Yugatech, the new Nothing Ear (open) features “open-ear, semi-transparent design with wraparound ear hooks.”

    Specs-wise, the Nothing Ear (open) is just like any other earbuds but what separate this ear buds from other ear buds, is the support for “ChatGPT on-the-go,” first-of-its-kind integration within the Nothing ecosystem and the latest Nothing OS.

    Photos

    Nothing released a 15-mins video regarding the new Nothing Ear (open) and OS 3.0.

    The company has yet to announce the availability in Saudi Arabia and Philippines even though it is posted online that the Nothing Ear (open) will retail for 599.00 SR or ₱8,990.00.

    Anker announces recall for its portable and magnetic batteries products due to a manufacturing defect

    September 24, 2024

    China-based Anker just announce the recall for their Anker 334 MagGo Battery (PowerCore 10K), Anker Power Bank and Anker MagGo Power Bank (Model: A1642/A1647/A1652), since it poses a fire risk due to a manufacturing defect. The lithium-ion battery in the affected powerbanks can overheat, potentially causing melting of plastic components, smoke and fire hazards.

    The company said that “small number of batteries (a batch used in the products from January 3, 2024, to September 17, 2024) may be affected by this issue, out of an abundance of caution, we are reaching out to all customers to begin a Recall program.”

    Anker also created a form where you can verify if your product is affected. The company recommended that users to stop using the affected powerbank and dispose them at a facility that accepts lithium batteries or store them in a safe location.

    Apple to increase price for Out-Of-Warranty iPhone Battery Replacements   

    September 16, 2024

    Charles Martin, writing for Apple Insider;

    Apple is significantly increasing prices for out-of-warranty battery replacements, this time for the iPhone 16 Pro models.
    The new cost of an out-of-warranty battery replacement for the two larger models of the latest iPhone is $119, up from the $99 cost for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. The cost remains $99 for the regular iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.

    Apple last increased the cost of out-of-warranty battery replacement with the iPhone 14 models in 2022. Prices went up from $69 to $99.

    Iphone 15 and 16 owners will more or less just shrug this aside, since they have at least have 1 years of limited warranty and 2 years of technical support and hardware coverage if purchase AppleCare+ with their purchase. By the time the batteries of the iPhone 15 and 16 need to be replaced, Apple may have already increased the prices.

    Canon announces Cinema EOS C80   

    September 12, 2024

    @CanonMEA;

    Introducing the Canon Cinema EOS C80 an all new addition to our cinema camera lineup! Inheriting the compact and lightweight design of the EOS C70, the new EOS C80 has advanced features like a full frame 6K BSI sensor to delivery top image quality

    Photos

    Video

    The Canon Cinema EOS C80 Full-Frame camera will be available this November 2024 for an estimated retail price of $5,499.00, or around SAR 20,635.95.

    You can find the full specs of the the new EOS C80 here.

    Apple announces AirPods 4 and AirPods Max   

    September 11, 2024

    Apple;

    Apple today announced a groundbreaking new lineup of AirPods models and features. The new AirPods 4 are the most advanced and comfortable headphones Apple has ever created with an open-ear design, and today, customers can choose between two distinct models: AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). AirPods Max now come in midnight, starlight, blue, purple, and orange, and offer USB-C charging for more convenience. This fall, AirPods Pro 2 will introduce the world’s first end-to-end hearing health experience, delivering active Hearing Protection, a scientifically validated Hearing Test, and a clinical-grade Hearing Aid feature.

    AirPods 4 and AirPods Max will be available to pre-order starting today, with availability in stores beginning Friday, September 20. New hearing health features will be available this fall for AirPods Pro 2 users in more than 100 countries and regions.

    Pricing

    • AirPods Pro 2 – $249 (USD)
    • AirPods Max – $549 (USD)
    • AirPods 4 – $129 (USD)
    • AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation – $179 (USD)

    Photos

    Video

    Apple iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max price in the Philippines   

    September 10, 2024

    Randolph Novino, writing for Yugatech;

    Apple iPhone 16 Series Price in the Philippines

    Model Capacity Price (PHP)
    iPhone 16 128GB PHP 54,990
    256GB PHP 61,990
    512GB PHP 73,990
    iPhone 16 Plus 128GB PHP 62,990
    256GB PHP 69,990
    512GB PHP 81,990
    iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB PHP 69,990
    256GB PHP 84,990
    512GB PHP 96,990
    1TB PHP 108,990
    iPhone 16 Pro 256GB PHP 76,990
    512GB PHP 88,990
    1TB PHP 100,990

    Apple unveils iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max   

    September 10, 2024

    Apple;

    Apple today introduced iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, featuring Apple Intelligence, larger display sizes, new creative capabilities with innovative pro camera features, stunning graphics for immersive gaming, and more — all powered by the A18 Pro chip. With Apple Intelligence, powerful Apple-built generative models come to iPhone in the easy-to-use personal intelligence system that understands personal context to deliver intelligence that is helpful and relevant while protecting user privacy. Camera Control unlocks a fast, intuitive way to tap into visual intelligence and easily interact with the advanced camera system. Featuring a new 48MP Fusion camera with a faster quad-pixel sensor that enables 4K120 fps video recording in Dolby Vision, these new Pro models achieve the highest resolution and frame-rate combination ever available on iPhone. Additional advancements include a new 48MP Ultra Wide camera for higher-resolution photography, including macro; a 5x Telephoto camera on both Pro models; and studio-quality mics to record more true-to-life audio. The durable titanium design is strong yet lightweight, with larger display sizes, the thinnest borders on any Apple product, and a huge leap in battery life — with iPhone 16 Pro Max offering the best battery life on iPhone ever.

    iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available in four stunning finishes: black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium. Pre-orders begin Friday, September 13, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.

    Here are the pricing below;
    iPhone 16 Pro;

    • 128GB – $999.00
    • 256GB – $1,099.00
    • 512GB – $1299.00
    • 1TB – $1499.00

    iPhone 16 Pro Max;

    • 256GB – $1199.00
    • 512GB – $1399.00
    • 1TB – $1599.00

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    Apple announces iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus   

    September 10, 2024

    Apple;

    Apple today announced iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, built for Apple Intelligence, the easy-to-use personal intelligence system that understands personal context to deliver intelligence that is helpful and relevant while protecting user privacy. The iPhone 16 lineup also introduces Camera Control, which brings new ways to capture memories, and will help users quickly access visual intelligence to learn about objects or places around them faster than ever before. The powerful camera system features a 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x Telephoto option, giving users two cameras in one, while a new Ultra Wide camera enables macro photography. Next-generation Photographic Styles help users personalize their images, and spatial photo and video capture allows users to relive life’s precious memories with remarkable depth on Apple Vision Pro. The new A18 chip delivers a huge leap in performance and efficiency, enabling demanding AAA games, as well as a big boost in battery life.

    iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will be available in five bold colors: black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine. Pre-orders begin Friday, September 13, with availability beginning Friday, September 20. Price of the iPhone 16 starts at $799 (USD), and iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899 (USD).

    You can checkout the full pricing below;
    iPhone 16;

    • 128GB – $799.00
    • 256GB – $899.00
    • 512GB – $1099.00

    iPhone 16 Plus;

    • 128GB – $899.00
    • 256GB – $999.00
    • 512GB – $1999.00

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    DJI NEO Now Official   

    September 9, 2024

    DJI has officially announced the NEO drone. The company claim that the NEO Drone is the “lightest and most compact drone to date.”

    @DJI on X;

    ✅ Lightweight at 135g
    ✅ Easy palm takeoff & landing
    ✅ AI subject tracking & QuickShots
    ✅ Multiple control options
    ✅ 4K ultra-stabilized video
    ✅ Full-coverage propeller guards

    You can check the specs of the DJI NEO here. DJI Neo will start at $199 for just the drone without the remote and could go up to $1000 or more, depending on the accessories that you will be buying with the drone.

    You can also read Yugatech’s review of DJI NEO.

    HONOR MagicBook Art 14 announced

    September 8, 2024

    The third product that HONOR has announced is the HONOR MagicBook Art 14, a 14.6-inch laptop with an OLED screen and 3120×2080 screen resolution. It will use Intel’s Core™ Ultra CPU, 5 processor 125H and 7 processor 155H, with up to 32GB RAM (LPDDR5X 7467M) and 1 TB storage. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 will have a 60Wh Li-polymer battery that can power the laptop up to 9.5 hours of daily office work.

    You can find check the full specs of the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 here.

    The MagicBook Art 14 will initially be available in Hong Kong for HKD 9,999.00 for the Ultra 5 Processor with 16GB RAM and 1 TB storage configuration, and in Malaysia for RM 5,999.00 with the same configuration. No word yet as to when it will be available in Saudi Arabia.

    Together with the Magic V3, MagicPad 2 and MagicBook Art 14, HONOR also announced the new Watch 5.

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    HONOR also introduced the HONOR Watch 5, a blend of modern technology and sleek design. Weighing 35g, it measures only 11mm in thickness, making it lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear. The 1.85-inch AMOLED color display with a resolution of 390×450 pixels and 340 PPI supports full-screen touch operation, providing a vivid visual experience.

    The HONOR Watch 5 features a Silicon-carbon battery, offering an impressive 15-day battery life with its 480mAh capacity. Powered by Turbo X AI Power Management, it ensures efficient energy use. This watch also tracks essential health metrics, including heart rate and SpO2 levels, helping users monitor their well-being in real-time.

    Pricing and availability for the HONOR Watch 5 will be announced later.

    HONOR officially announced the Magic V3 and MagicPad 2

    September 8, 2024

    As expected, HONOR has officially announced new devices under the MAGIC brand name; Magic V3 (foldable phone) and MagicPad 2 (tablet).

    The HONOR Magic V3, a foldable phones that’s already available for preorder here in Saudi Arabia and the announcement is just for formality.

    HONOR MagicPad 2
    The HONOR MagicPad 2 is a 12.3-inches tablet that’s powered by Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, with 12GB RAM and 256 GB storage running MagicOS 8.0.1 (Android 14). The MagicPad 2 will also feature a 13MP rear camera (Fno2.0 AF) and a 9MP front camera (Fno2.2 FF) with a battery capacity of 10050 mAh Lithium polymer battery. You can find the full specs here.

    The HONOR MagicPad 2 is now available for preorder for SAR 2,399.00, whicj includes gifts worth SAR 2,197.

    The gifts;

    • HONOR Magic-Pencil 3(inbox) – worth SAR 699.00)
    • HONOR MagicPad2 Smart Keyboard(inbox) – worth SAR 499.00
    • 12 Months Screen Protection – worth SAR 699.00
    • 24 Months/4 Times Maintenance Service – worth SAR 60.00
    • 24 Months GCC warranty – worth SAR 40.00

    You can now preorder HONOR Magic V3 in Saudi Arabia

    September 3, 2024

    Ahead of its official launch this Sept 5th, you can now preorder the HONOR Magic V3 from Jarir and at Extra.

    HONOR Magic V3 (12GB + 512GB) will retail for SAR 6,899 or around ₱104k.

    Here are the specs of the HONOR Magic V3;

    • Display: 7.92 inches (inner)/ 6.43 inches (outer) OLED, 2344×2156 Pixels (inner)/ 2376×1060 Pixels (outer), 1.07 billion colors, DCI-P3 wide color gamut
    • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Octa-core
    • GPU: Adreno 750
    • RAM:12GB
    • Storage: 512GB
    • OS: MagicOS 8.0.1 (Based on Android 14)
    • Rear Camera:
    • 40MP Ultra Wide Camera (f/2.2)
    • 50MP Wide Camera (f/1.6, OIS)
    • 50MP Telephoto Lens Camera (f/3.0, OIS)
    • Front Camera:
    • 20MP Wide Camera (f/2.2) (Interior screen)
    • 20MP Wide Camera (f/2.2) (Exterior screen)
    • Battery: 5150mAh Lithium polymer battery with HONOR 66W SuperCharge Charger and support for 50W Wireless HONOR SuperCharge
    • Cellular Network: 5G/4G+/4G/3G/2G
    • Dual SIM Support for nano SIM and eSim each
    • Connectivity and Location: Wifi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, IR Remote Control, GPS(L1+L5) /AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou(B1I+B1C+B2a)/Galileo(E1 + E5a) /QZSS (L1 + L5)
    • Sensors: Gravity Sensor, Infrared Sensor, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall sensor, Barometer sensor, Color temperature sensor, NFC, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
    • Water and Dust Resistance: IPX8
    • Dimensions HxWxD: 156.6 mm x 74.0 mm (fodled)/145.3 mm (unfolded) x 9.2 mm (folded)/4.35mm (unfolded)
    • Weight: 226g (Black) / 230 g (Others)
    • Colors: Reddish Brown, Green and Black

    You can now preorder Microsoft Surface Pro 11 from Jarir   

    September 2, 2024

    You can find the specs of the Microsoft Surface Pro 11 here.

    Price for the Surface Pro 11 2-in-1 and the Surface Laptop 7 starts at SAR 4,699.00. Price may vary depending on your preferred configuration. Shipping is expected to start between 11 – 20 September, 2024. You can preorder here.