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Day: July 15, 2024

Honor Magic V3 With 120Hz OLED Display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC Launched in China: Specifications, Price

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Honor Magic V3

The Honor Magic V3, a flagship foldable smartphone, was launched in China on July 12. It has a book-style design and includes several upgrades from its predecessor, like a 120Hz LTPO OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and 66W fast charging. It was introduced alongside the Magic Vs3 as part of the Magic V3 series. The phone also features artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in its camera system and user preferences.

Honor Magic V3 Price

The price of the Honor Magic V3 starts at CNY 8,999 (about Rs. 1,04,000) for the 12GB + 256GB model. The 12GB + 512GB version costs CNY 9,999 (about Rs. 1,15,000), and the 16GB + 1TB version is priced at CNY 10,999 (about Rs. 1,27,000).

You can buy the smartphone starting July 19 in China. It comes in four colors: black, green, red, and white.

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Honor Magic V3 Specifications

The Honor Magic V3 has a 7.92-inch main full HD+ LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 2,344×2,156 pixels, and a 6.43-inch LTPO OLED cover display with a 2376×1060 pixel resolution. Both screens support 4320Hz pulse width modulation (PWM) for eye protection, stylus input, and up to 5,000 nits peak brightness.

The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. It runs on MagicOS 8.0.1 based on Android 14 and includes Honor’s proprietary RF chip C1+.

For cameras, the Honor Magic V3 has a triple rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 50-megapixel periscope lens, and a 40-megapixel ultra-wide camera. There is a 40-megapixel wide-angle front camera for selfies. The camera system includes AI features like AI Motion Sensing.

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The phone has a 5,150mAh Silicon Carbon battery that supports 66W wired and 50W wireless fast charging. It offers dual-SIM capabilities with 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, OTG, and a USB Type-C port. It also supports navigation systems like BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, and A-GPS.

Depending on the variant, the foldable phone weighs 226g (leather) or 230g (glass). It is IPX8-rated for dust and water resistance. The Magic V3 also includes AI defocus technology, showcased by Honor at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Shanghai in June.

Thalapathy Vijay to Retire from Acting and Focus on Politics

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Thalapathy Vijay to Focus on Politics, Plans to Leave Acting

Thalapathy Vijay, after launching his political party in February, has announced that he plans to leave acting to focus on his political career. This news surprised fans and raised questions about his future projects, especially his role in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s cinematic universe (LCU), which started with the 2023 film Leo.

Vijay’s Role in Kaithi 2

According to recent reports from IndiaGlitz, while Vijay may not appear on screen in Kaithi 2, the next film in the LCU, he will likely lend his voice to the project. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj had previously mentioned that Kaithi 2 will include all characters introduced in the LCU so far. This means characters like Kamal Haasan’s Vikram, Karthi’s Dilli, Suriya’s Rolex, and Vijay’s Leo/Parthiban are expected to return. However, Vijay will contribute only through a voice role. The film is expected to be released by the end of next year.

The LCU Universe

The LCU, created by Lokesh Kanagaraj, currently includes three films: Kaithi (2019), Vikram (2022), and Leo (2023). This universe features a star-studded cast including Fahadh Faasil, Vijay Sethupathi, Trisha Krishnan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, and Arjun Das. Lokesh Kanagaraj plans to expand the LCU with more films like Kaithi 2, Vikram 2, and a standalone film focusing on Suriya’s character, Rolex.

Vijay’s Upcoming Film

Currently, Thalapathy Vijay is working on his next film, The Greatest of All Time, directed by Venkat Prabhu. This film marks the first collaboration between Vijay and Prabhu and features a notable cast including Prabhu Deva, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Jayaram, and Mic Mohan. The Greatest of All Time is a sci-fi action film set to release on September 5th. The film’s music is composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, with cinematography and editing by Siddhartha Nuni and Venkat Raajen, respectively. AGS Entertainment is producing the film.

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Warner Not in Australia’s Champions Trophy 2024 Squad, Confirms Selector

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David Warner Not in Australia’s Plans for Champions Trophy 2024

David Warner retired from all cricket. He wanted to play in the Champions Trophy. Also, he was ready if needed. However, George Bailey, the team selector, said Warner won’t play in the Pakistan tournament.

“David is retired and deserves praise for an incredible career in all three formats,” Bailey said. “We’re planning for the Champions Trophy without him in Pakistan.”

Bailey also mentioned that Warner’s comments might have been made in jest. “You never know when Bull’s joking… he’s had a wonderful career, and as time passes, his legacy will only grow. It’s an exciting time for the team as we transition to new players in all formats,” he added.

Also Read:-India vs Pakistan WCL 2024 Final: Yuvraj Singh’s team beats Younis Khan’s squad by 5 wickets in thrilling Edgbaston match.

Warner had recently hinted at a possible return in a social media post, thanking his teammates and fans after Australia’s exit from the T20 World Cup, his last international tournament.

“I will continue to play franchise cricket for a while, and I am also open to playing for Australia in the Champions Trophy if selected,” Warner wrote.

Warner retired from the 50-over format after Australia’s World Cup win last year and played his last Test earlier this year against Pakistan. Over his career, Warner played 383 games for Australia, scored 18,995 runs, and won two ODI World Cups, a T20 World title, and a World Test Championships title.

India vs Pakistan WCL 2024 Final: Yuvraj Singh’s team beats Younis Khan’s squad by 5 wickets in thrilling Edgbaston match.

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India vs Pakistan WCL Final 2024

In the 2024 World Championship of Legends final, India, led by Yuvraj Singh, defeated Pakistan by five wickets at Birmingham’s Edgbaston. The match was thrilling, with India securing victory in the last over thanks to impressive performances by Ambati Rayudu and Yusuf Pathan.

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Pakistan’s Innings

Pakistani captain Younis Khan won the toss and chose to bat first. Pakistan scored 156/6 in their 20 overs. Key contributions included Shoaib Malik’s 41 off 31 balls and Kamran Akmal’s 24 off 19 balls. Misbah-ul-Haq added a quick 18 runs, while Sohail Tanvir’s 19* off 9 balls helped boost the total.

Also Read:–Yuvraj Singh Smashes 59 off 28 Balls Smashes 59 off 28 Balls, Leads India Champions Past Australia in World Championship Semifinal

India’s Chase

India began chasing 157 runs but quickly lost Uthappa for 10. Rayudu then hit 50 off 30 balls, building a solid base. Raina fell for just 4. Yet, a steady partnership between Rayudu and Maan, who scored 34 off 33, kept India on course.

Rayudu and Maan were both dismissed in quick succession, but Yusuf Pathan’s aggressive 30 off 16 balls pushed India closer to victory. With captain Yuvraj Singh (15) and Irfan Pathan (5) at the crease, India reached 159/5 in 19.1 overs, winning the championship and delighting their fans.

Audi Launches Q5 Bold Edition in India: Price, Specs, and Colors

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Q5 Bold Edition

Audi India Launches Q5 Bold Edition at Rs 77.30 Lakh

Audi India has introduced the Q5 Bold Edition, priced at Rs 77.30 lakh, which is Rs 1.5 lakh more than the top-spec Technology trim of the SUV. Similar to the Bold Editions of the Q7, Q3, and Q3 Sportback, the updates are mainly cosmetic.

What’s New in the Audi Q5 Bold Edition?

The Q5 Bold Edition comes in a black package. Also, its exterior parts, including Audi logos and roof rails, are gloss black. This edition is limited and available in five colors: Glacier White, Navarra Blue, Mythos Black, District Green, and Manhattan Gray.

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Features and Engine

The Q5 Bold Edition has a 2.0-liter TSI engine. It produces 265hp and 370Nm of torque. This model features a 7-speed automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive. Its acceleration from 0-100kph takes 6.1 seconds. The top speed is 240kph.

Based on the top-spec Technology trim, the Q5 Bold Edition includes features like 19-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, ambient lighting, and more.

Next-Gen Audi Q5 Spotted

Recent spy shots show the next-generation Audi Q5 being tested in Southern Europe, revealing new details about its design and equipment. Tap here to read more.