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Samsung introduces the Galaxy Ring, a titanium ring with a focus on health and artificial intelligence.

Samsung unveiled its latest product, the Galaxy Ring, a smart ring aiming to transform the tech accessory market, during the highly-anticipated July Galaxy Unpacked event. This presentation followed its earlier introduction at the Galaxy Unpacked event for the Galaxy S24, providing comprehensive information on its design, features, pricing, and release dates.

The Galaxy Ring’s battery lasts for seven days.

The Galaxy Ring comes in nine sizes from 5 to 13, providing a comfortable fit for everyone. It also offers three stylish color choices: Black Titanium, Silver Titanium, and Golden Titanium.

The battery capacity of the ring varies depending on its size. Sizes 5 to 7 come with a 17 mAh battery lasting 5 days, sizes 8 to 11 have an 18.5 mAh battery lasting up to 6 days, and sizes 12 and 13 feature a 22.5 mAh battery providing 7 days of use. The magnetic charger included has a 361 mAh internal battery and can be recharged via USB-C or compatible wireless bases.

Galaxy Ring is notable for its emphasis on monitoring health and wellness. It tracks physical activities, heart rate, blood oxygen levels (SpO2), skin temperature, menstrual cycle, and sleep. Weighing between 2.3 and 3 grams and lacking a screen, the ring is lightweight and unobtrusive for all-day and nighttime wear.

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The Galaxy Ring provides useful functions like the “double touch” gesture for controlling alarms and the camera, in addition to health monitoring. Data is synced with the user’s Samsung Health account for analysis using AI tools. Samsung offers a free subscription by linking a Samsung account.

The Galaxy Ring, constructed from titanium, is durable and light, certified for use up to 100 meters deep and in various aquatic settings, with 10 ATM and IP68 certifications. Samsung guarantees that the ring has undergone testing in different water types, guaranteeing enhanced longevity.

Price and stock information

The Galaxy Ring is set to launch in Brazil in 2024, with the specific release date yet to be disclosed. In the global market, it is priced at $399 in the United States, roughly equivalent to R$2,146 in direct conversion. Overseas sales have commenced, with deliveries scheduled to start on July 24th.

junho 23, 2025
Kingston introduces NV3 SSD featuring PCIe 4.0 and reaching speeds of up to 6,000 MB/s.
Kingston recently introduced the NV3 SSD, a fresh range of storage drives designed to enhance desktop and laptop performance. Replacing the well-received NV2 series from 2022, the NV3 offers notable enhancements like significantly faster read and write speeds, made possible by its support for PCIe 4.0 technology.

New Kingston NV3 SSD supports PCIe 4.0 and offers storage capacity of up to 4 TB.

The NV3 SSD is offered in various capacities, from 500 GB to 4 TB, and uses the M.2 2280 format, ensuring compatibility with a range of devices. Its standout feature is the NVMe Gen 4×4 controller, enabling read speeds up to 6,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 5,000 MB/s, depending on the capacity selected.

The NV3 SSD provides both speed and durability, with the 4 TB version capable of handling up to 1,280 terabytes written over its lifetime. Kingston also offers a free one-year subscription to Acronis True Image for Kingston software and Kingston SSD Manager, which assists with data backup and drive monitoring tasks.

Keith Schimmenti, the business manager of Kingston SSD, explains that NV3 provides a great balance of speed and dependability, catering to both casual users and those seeking good value. Kingston also offers the more high-performance FURY line for a more demanding audience.

Price and stock status

NV3 is currently available for import at the official Kingston store in Brazil, despite official prices not being announced yet.
- 500 gigabytes priced at R$ 726.60
- 1 terabyte costs R$ 1,083.00
- 2 terabytes por R$ 2.128,90
- 4 terabytes por R$ 4.666,70
Delivery may take up to 30 working days due to the product being imported.
junho 23, 2025
Intel introduces the Processor Core Ultra 200V to rival Ryzen AI and Snapdragon X.

On Tuesday, September 3, Intel unveiled its newest line of laptop processors, the Core Ultra 200V family. These processors offer enhanced performance, energy efficiency, and graphics capabilities, and will leverage the Microsoft Copilot+ feature. They will compete with AMD Ryzen AI 300 and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite.

Core Ultra 200V consumes half the energy of its previous version

Intel’s Ultra 200V Core line offers up to a 50% reduction in power consumption compared to the previous generation, potentially extending notebook battery life to 20 hours during productivity-focused tasks. This advancement could enhance Intel’s market competitiveness, particularly against Arm-based processor devices.

The new GPU architecture “Xe2” in the line promises a 30% increase in graphic performance with features such as up to eight cores, lightning tracking units, and enhanced artificial intelligence motors supporting XeSS technology, elevating gaming and graphics applications.

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Intel is also investing in artificial intelligence capabilities, as the new processors’ NPU can deliver up to 120 trillion operations per second, which is four times greater than the previous generation. This enhanced performance enables efficient execution of Windows AI functions.

The Core Ultra 200V processors benefit from utilizing the TSMC 3nm lithography, particularly the N3B process, which enhances energy efficiency and overall chip performance. Additionally, they support high-speed LPDDR5X memories up to 8.533 MT/s, along with multiple PCI Express and Thunderbolt ports, as well as Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.

Presence

Pre-orders for laptops featuring the latest Intel processors started on September 3, with popular brands like Acer, ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP, Lenovo, LG, MSI, and Samsung. These products will be on sale from September 24, in both physical and online retail outlets.

junho 23, 2025
OpenAI introduces the first AI model with the ability to engage in logical reasoning.

OpenIA, famous for its ChatGPT, introduced a new Artificial Intelligence concept called o1, which focuses on logical reasoning tasks. o1 consists of multiple models, including o1-preview and o1-mini, which are accessible to ChatGPT or Team users.

What sets 1 apart from ChatGPT?

The O1 model, unlike ChatGPT, does not yet have the capability to search the internet or examine files. Its current version provides a constrained experience, with image analysis temporarily disabled for adjustments. Moreover, model usage is limited, with weekly caps set at 30 messages for o1-preview and 50 for o1-mini.

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The model offers an attractive pricing scheme for developers, with the o1-preview priced at $15 for every 1 million input tokens and $60 for every 1 million output tokens.

OpenAI emphasizes the effectiveness of o1 in addressing mathematical and programming challenges, showcasing its capacity to consider options before answering queries. The model can integrate outcomes from different tasks, making it beneficial for tasks like sorting important emails in a legal inbox or creating marketing plans.

Model 01 performs tasks of greater complexity.

The first model was created using reinforcement learning methods, enabling it to think before giving a response through a series of internal reasoning processes. This development, as stated by Noam Brown from OpenAI, was achieved through a novel optimization algorithm and a dataset focused on reasoning, which consists of scientific literature tailored for model training.

The 1 has shown significant progress, performing well in a qualification test for the International Mathematical Olympiad and scoring high in online programming competitions like Codeforces.

O1 has some drawbacks, such as being slower in responding to specific inquiries, occasionally taking over 10 seconds. Moreover, OpenAI has chosen not to exhibit the full “thought processes” of the model, providing only condensed versions of these processes.

OpenAI is expected to release the o1 to a larger audience and create updated versions capable of extended reasoning over hours, days, or weeks to enhance their abilities.

junho 23, 2025
Apple introduces iOS 17.7 for users opting out of iOS 18; instructions on how to download provided

Apple has just launched iOS 17.7 as an alternative update for users who are not ready to switch to iOS 18. Along with iPhone, iPadOS 17.7 and macOS updates for Mac have also been released. Check out the list of iPhones that will not receive updates beyond 2024.

What are the benefits of upgrading to iOS 17.7?

Apple introduced iOS 17.7 as an option for users who are not ready to switch to iOS 18 yet. This upgrade provides updated security features and enhancements without the significant changes of the new system version.

iOS 17.7 offers a way for iPhone users to update their device without needing to switch to iOS 18 right away, for those who are already using iOS 17.

What modifications have been made to iPads?

Apple has introduced iPadOS 17.7 alongside iOS 17.7, delivering enhanced security and performance features for iPad users. Nevertheless, this update discontinues support for older models like the 10.5-inch iPad Pro (2017) and the 6th-generation iPad, making iPadOS 17.7 the final update for these devices due to their incompatibility with iPadOS 18.

Macs will receive software updates.

Mac users with older computers that cannot support the latest macOS 15 Sequoia version have access to two significant updates: macOS 13.7 Ventura and macOS 14.7 Sonoma. These updates are available for models like the 2018 and 2019 MacBook Air, ensuring they receive necessary stability and security enhancements.

Updating your device: A guide

To install iOS 17.7 or iPadOS 17.7, simply navigate to device settings, access the General section, and choose Software Update. For Mac users, follow a similar path: access the Apple menu, click on System Preferences, select General, and then choose Software Update.

junho 23, 2025
Instagram introduces profiles for teenagers with parental oversight; discover the modifications.
Instagram has introduced new features to inform parents about their children’s usage of the platform and provide options to control access to specific information. Users under 16 will now require parental consent to modify their accounts, whereas currently, individuals as young as 13 can create an Instagram account.

What needs to be different with the new Adolescent Account?

Parents can manage their children’s interactions and content viewing on the social network through the new “Adolescent Account” feature.

Meta, the owner of Instagram, plans to make these features accessible in Latin America, specifically in Brazil, by January 2025. The United States, Canada, the UK, and Australia will have access to the functionality within 60 days. In the European Union, the feature is expected to be available by 2024.

Below are some modifications that accompany the Teen Account.
- Teenagers can approve new followers, but those who don’t follow them won’t be able to engage with them.
- Only individuals who are already following the teenager or have an existing connection are allowed to send direct messages.
- Teenagers will be reminded daily to stop using Instagram after 60 minutes of browsing.
- During the night mode from 10 pm to 7 am, notifications will be silenced. Messages sent to the teenager during this time will indicate that the message won’t be seen until later.
- The “Adolescent Account” restricts the display of sensitive content like videos of violence and cosmetic surgeries.
- Minors aged 16 and below can only be referenced or mentioned in publications by individuals who are connected to them.
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These preferences can be entirely controlled from a distance using the account of the guardian, eliminating the necessity to access the teenager’s phone, according to Meta’s explanation.

Parents will have the option to accept or reject any changes in settings made by their children once supervision is set up, according to the company.

Meta acknowledges that teenagers may provide inaccurate information about their age when opening an account and is introducing methods for them to verify their actual age. Additionally, the company is working on tools to detect accounts of underage individuals who have provided false birth dates.

In 2022, Instagram introduced the “Family Center” feature, enabling parents and guardians to supervise their children’s Instagram activities. The introduction of the “Adolescent Account” does not affect the existing functionalities of the “Family Center”.
- Tracking the time spent on Instagram by setting daily or weekly usage limits.
- The teenager’s followers and the accounts they follow are displayed visually.
- Notifications are sent when the teenager reports an account or post, providing information on the reported content and the reason for the report.
junho 23, 2025
Xiaomi introduces the Redmi Buds 6 featuring immersive sound and extended battery life.

Xiaomi recently added to its range of accessories by introducing the Redmi Buds 6 in China alongside the highly anticipated Xiaomi 14T Pro. The new wireless headphones offer top-notch sound quality and extended battery life at an affordable price, but they are not yet accessible in Brazil.

Redmi Buds 6 offers improved audio performance.

The Redmi Buds 6 features 12.4mm drivers and a titanium-plated diaphragm for enhanced sound quality, emphasizing clear medium and high tones along with deep bass. Additionally, the headphones offer 360° surround sound for a more immersive audio experience.

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The Redmi Buds 6 prioritize decreasing outside disturbances by incorporating active noise cancellation (ANC) technology that can eliminate almost 100% of ambient noise. Additionally, the headphones are equipped with dual AI-powered microphones to improve call quality and reduce unwanted background noise.

The Redmi Buds 6 have a strong battery life feature, providing 10 hours of continuous playback per charge and an additional 42 hours with the charging case. The case also includes a useful LED indicator to show the remaining battery percentage.

Redmi Buds 6 users have the option to modify the equalization settings using Sound ID, which is supported by specific Xiaomi phones. This feature enables users to personalize their audio experience based on their preferences, enhancing overall comfort.

Price and the possibility of purchasing

Redmi Buds 6 comes in three color options: black, white, and blue, priced at ¥ 199 (roughly R$ 155). Currently, the product is only available in China, with no expected launch date in Brazil yet.

junho 23, 2025
iOS 18 introduces fresh challenges and frustrates users.

After the iOS 18 update on September 16, several iPhone users experienced operational issues despite the system’s enhancements in customization and security. These performance problems are common in early Apple operating system updates.

iPhone users are expressing dissatisfaction with the latest iOS 18 update.

Common complaints on social media include slow touch screen response, interface freezing, reduced battery life, difficulty scrolling, and performance issues with applications. Siri, Wi-Fi, and 5G connectivity are also reported to be unstable. Many users experience overheating, Control Center access issues, and problems with organizing apps. Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.1 in October to address these issues, but in the meantime, users are advised to wait for the update or try temporary fixes like restarting the device or adjusting settings.

junho 23, 2025
MediaTek introduces Dimensity 9400 featuring 3nm lithography and enhanced efficiency.

MediaTek has released its latest and most potent processor, the Dimensity 9400, following numerous rumors and speculations. This chip is the initial one to be produced utilizing the TSMC’s N3E second-generation 3nm process, offering enhanced energy efficiency compared to its predecessor, the Dimensity 9300.

Dimensity 9400 demonstrates remarkable efficiency.

The Dimensity 9400 demonstrates a significant 40% improvement in energy efficiency compared to its predecessor, the Dimensity 9300, thanks to the utilization of the TSMC N3E process for enhanced energy management. Despite its debut in the Android ecosystem, Apple had already incorporated this technology in the A17 Pro chip a year earlier.

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The Dimensity 9400 chip uses an unconventional “All Big Core” strategy with eight high-performance cores, including a Cortex-X925 core running at 3.62GHz, three Cortex-X4 cores, and four Cortex-A720 cores. Despite this unique setup, MediaTek claims the design effectively combines high performance and energy efficiency.

Dimensity 9400 outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra processor.

The Dimensity 9400 outperformed its previous version in benchmark tests, achieving a score of 3.055 in the single-core test and 9,600 in the multi-core Geekbench 6.2 test, resulting in gains of 35% and 28% respectively. It also surpassed the Qualcomm Snapdragon chip in Samsung S24 Ultra. The Dimensity 9400 introduces notable technological advancements, including the 12-core ARM Immortalis-G925 GPU, providing a 40% boost in graphic performance. It supports WQHD+ resolutions at a 180Hz refresh rate and is compatible with triple foldable screens like those found in the Huawei Mate XT. Additionally, it features the eighth generation of MediaTek NPU, designed for training lightweight AI models directly on the device.

junho 23, 2025
TCL introduces T-Pro 2.0 in Brazil, a windless air conditioning system.

TCL is expanding its air-conditioning range in Brazil with multiple choices for consumers to get ready for the upcoming summer season. Following the launch of FreshIN 2.0 Inverter, TCL has introduced T-Pro 2.0, which provides a cooling experience without direct airflow.

T-Pro 2.0 is now available in 9,000 and 24,000 BTU configurations.

The T-Pro 2.0 is versatile, with capacities ranging from 9,000 to 24,000 BTUs. It comes in versions for cooling only or cooling and heating, suitable for various climates and user preferences. Operating efficiently in cooling mode from 5°C to 50°C, it maintains comfort in heating mode even at external temperatures as low as -20°C.

The model features over 1,000 micro-openings in its blades that create a gentle airflow for a “no wind” sensation instead of direct and chilly currents. In cooling mode, it can quickly cool the room to 18oC within 30 seconds or heat it up to 40oC within 60 seconds, with customizable airflow.

T-Pro 2.0 can be completely managed through a smartphone using the TCL Home app, compatible with both Android and iOS. It also responds to voice commands via Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, offering features like timer settings, temperature monitoring, and firmware updates.

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The air conditioning system includes self-cleaning and self-diagnosis functions that utilize condensation and sterilization to maintain cleanliness and remove air impurities. TCL provides a 10-year warranty for the Inverter compressor and a 2-year warranty for other components, guaranteeing the product’s longevity and effectiveness.

junho 23, 2025