Google Axion Processors

Google is pushing the computing boundaries constantly, while trying to explore the possibilities for grand challenges, which include global video distribution, information retrieval, and generative AI. In order to do so, it is required to rethink the system design by collaborating deeply with service developers. This rethinking resulted in their significant investment in custom silicon. Google Axion Processors is the first custom Arm®-based CPU of Google designed for data centers. Axion can offer excellent performance and energy efficiency and is going to be available to Google Cloud customers in the later phase of 2024. 

Things You Need To Know About Google Axion Processors:

It is the most recent launch in the line of custom Google silicon. Since 2015, Google has launched five generations of TPUs or Tensor Processing Units. After three years, Google launched the first VCU or Video Coding Unit. This unit was up to 33 times more efficient in video transcoding. Google invested in "system on a chip" (SoC) designs in 2021 and doubled down on custom computing. For mobile devices, Google launched the first of three generations of Tensor chips.

Remember that general-purpose computing is vital for the workloads of customers. Excessive computing power is necessary for information retrieval, analytics, ML training, and serving. Several customers want to reduce infrastructure costs and want to fulfil sustainability goals and boost performance. According to them, the rate of CPU improvements has slowed recently. As per Amdahl's Law, accelerators are improving continuously. Therefore, general-purpose computing could dominate the cost price, while limiting the capability of their infrastructure unless they make commensurate investments for keeping up.

More Information About Google Axion Processors:

Axion processors are capable of combining Google's silicon expertise and Arm's excellent CPU cores. The purpose of it is to offer instances with up to 30% better performance than the quickest general-purpose Arm-based examples. Also, it aims to provide up to 50% enhanced performance and up to 60% more energy efficiency compared to current-generation x86-based instances. This is the reason the company has already begun to deploy different Google services, which include BigTable, Spanner, BigQuery, Blobstore, Pub/Sub, Google Earth Engine, and the YouTube Ads platform. Google also aims to scale and deploy these services and more on Axion soon.

The company's tensor processing units are some viable alternatives to Nvidia's advanced artificial intelligence chips. It helps to open a new tab. However, developers are able to access them only via Google's Cloud Platform. They cannot purchase them directly. The company is planning to provide the Arm-based CPU, which is known as Axion via Google Cloud. As per Google, it can offer superior performance to x86 chips and general-purpose Arm chips in the cloud.

Unrivalled Performance And Efficiency, Underpinned By Titanium:

Axion processors are made using the Arm Neoverse™ V2 CPU. These are useful for usual workloads and can deliver a significant performance. Such workloads include open-source databases, web and app servers, containerized microservices, in-memory caches, data analytics engines, media processing, CPU-based AI training and inferencing, etc.

Titanium underpins Axion. It is a system of custom silicon microcontrollers. Networking and security are some platform operations which remain under the care of Titanium. As a result, the Axion processors come with enhanced capacity and deliver better performance for customer workloads. Hyperdisk is the new block storage service which is capable of decoupling performance from instance size. Titanium can offload storage I/O processing to this service.

What Did Rene Haas, CEO Of Arm Say About Axion Processors?

Rene Haas said that the announcement of Google regarding Axion has marked a significant milestone in offering custom silicon, which is optimized for the company's infrastructure as well as made on the top-quality Arm Neoverse V2 platform. Decades of ecosystem investment, company's ongoing innovation and open-source software contributions confirm the best experience for the workloads which will matter most for those customers who run on Arm everywhere.

While customers are willing to have better performance, they want to fulfil their sustainability goals. Google Cloud data centers come with 1.5 times more efficiency compared to the industry average. Besides, these can offer computing power three times more with the same amount of electric power than the last five years ago.

Google has already planned to operate its campuses, offices, and data centers on carbon-free energy. The company is willing to help people in reporting on carbon emissions by providing tools. With the new Axion processors, customers will be able to optimize for more energy efficiency.

Axion - Out-of-the-box Application Compatibility And Interoperability:

Google also brings a significant history of multiple contributions to the Arm ecosystem. Kubernetes, Tensorflow, and the Go language are working closely with Arm and the industry partners. Thus, they can optimize these for the Arm architecture.

You need to know that Axion is made on the standard instruction set and Armv9 architecture. The most contribution from this company was made to SystemReady Virtual Environment (VE). This one is the hardware and firmware interoperability standard of Arm. It can ensure that the basic software packages and OSs are capable of running VMs and Arm-based servers. It becomes simpler for the customers who want to deploy Arm workloads on Google Cloud. This collaboration helps to create an ecosystem of multiple cloud customers who are deploying workloads already. These customers can leverage Arm-native software from several open-source projects and ISVs.

As a customer, you will be capable of using this processor in multiple Google Cloud services, which include Google Kubernetes Engine, Google Compute Engine, Dataproc, Dataflow, Cloud Batch, etc. You can get the Arm-compatible software and solutions on the Google Cloud Marketplace. Google has recently launched the preview support in the Migrate to Virtual Machines service for Arm-based instances migration.

The Bottom Line:

The vice president and general manager of the compute and machine learning infrastructure of Google Cloud is Mark Lohmeyer. He said that their purpose is to make everything simple for the customers who are willing to bring their existing workloads to Arm. Although Axion is produced on open foundations, customers using Arm anywhere are able to adopt Axion. And the interesting thing is that there is no need to rewrite or re-architect their apps. The company is aiming to use the processor in order to power services like YouTube Ads in Google Cloud very soon.

Google I/O 2024

Google is going to unveil new improvements to the gen AI (Generative Artificial Intelligence) Bot Gemini, new generation Pixel A series mobile and more at the Google I/O 2024 event. These features are related to Search, Maps, Android, Lens, etc.

The Google I/O event is not so far. In the previous year, most of the updates released on the Google I/O event were related to artificial intelligence. People have already seen the introduction of the new Bing search and Gemini. In this year also, artificial intelligence may play the main role. Moreover, it is expected to get a peak at the Google Pixel 8a. This event is not going to be the one that will mainly focus on hardware products. It is the reason you should not expect to see the release of any gadget except the Google Pixel 8A.

When Is Google I/O 2024?

The Google I/O 2024 event is going to be broadcast live in front of a small live audience. All people can access it online on May 14, 2024.

How Will Google I/O 2024 Work For Attendees Outside Of The US?

The most interesting thing regarding a digital experience is the chance of reaching a global audience. In this event, content will be available in various languages in order to deliver access to all people. Captioned videos are one of the translated content which you can expect to be available shortly after the event.

How Can You Stay Informed On The Latest From Google I/O?

In this case, you have to register yourself in order to receive vital information through email about the digital event. If you want to know all the most updated information regarding sessions, speakers, and other activities, you first need to visit the official website of Google I/O 2024. Then, you need to go to the Google Developers blog to get information.

How to Watch:

Like the schedule of the previous year, you are capable of watching the keynote and the subsequent on demand content from the official website directly as well as from the official YouTube channel of Google.

What to Expect At Google's Developer:

Although the 2024 event of Google I/O is going to happen soon, people are still unaware of what Google will bring with it. As this one is a developer conference, there will always be information available for those who develop websites and apps.

Android 15:

If you are a registered developer, you have already got the Android 15 preview version from Google. But as a developer, you did not get enough information about the new features that will be available with the new major OS update. According to the latest reports, Android 15 will bring a new feature to Find My Device. It lets you detect your mobile, which is lost or misplaced, though it remains switched off.

• How Will Find My Device On Android 15 Work?

If you are using iPhone 11 and newer models, you will find this feature quite similar to the Find My feature. Active iPhones can pick low signals from inactive devices around them. When the latter is thought lost through the Find My app, the lost iPhone's fully encrypted location details will be sent by the active iPhone network to the Find My app of the owner. According to Apple, it is encrypted in order to protect the privacy of everyone.

The upcoming feature of Google will work on similar technology. In order to locate the lost Android mobiles, the company is going to bank on the network of 3 billion-plus active devices worldwide. You can also expect to see 'Notification Cooldown' from Android 15. When you turn on this, you will see your device lowering the volume. It happens only when there are successive notifications from the same app.

• 'Sensitive notification' Feature On Android 15:

There will also exist a 'Sensitive notification' feature. Your device prevents malicious apps from reading OTP on messages using the feature. You can also expect to see the satellite connectivity feature that will be available with Android 15 that lets you select Android mobiles. If you lose your way in the wilderness during trekking and don't have any access to a cellular signal, it will become advantageous. The feature allows you to send messages with location details to your friends. Or you can send messages to any authorized rescue agency so that you can quickly get help.

Pixel 8A:

You can see Google launching the successor of Pixel 7a. It will be available with large upgrades regarding build quality and processor. You can see a premium metal-based frame around the display. This frame comes with a glass back. In addition, you can expect this to be available with an IP67 rating. It indicates that Pixel 8a is able to survive in water for up to 1 metre depth, which is around 3.2 feet for around 30 minutes.

 Pixel 8a will come with a 6.1" screen. It will offer a 90Hz refresh rate and will be equipped with 8GB RAM, an in-screen fingerprint sensor, etc. Also, it will feature a dual-camera module. It will come with a 13MP ultrawide angle sensor and a 64 MP main sensor. You can see an LED flash on the back of this model. Besides, it will be equipped with a 13MP front camera and a 5,000mAh mAh battery. The device will be available in two storage variants, including 128GB and 256 GB.

 Pixel Fold 2:

Pixel Fold, launched last year, was the first foldable phone. At the Google I/O 2024 event, you can expect Google to launch its successor. Details are now not available at this point for the Pixel Fold 2, but it is expected that the Pixel Fold 2 will be a more refined foldable model.

The earlier model came with a gap-less design. However, it was criticized due to the large bezels that are around the main display. It is expected that this upcoming model will come in a more sleek and polished design. People are waiting to see how much experience can be boosted in the model. Because of the presence of multitasking features, the model can enable you to run apps side-by-side.

• Features That Can Be Seen In Pixel Fold 2:
  

According to a report, the model will come with a fully 360-degree video render. Also, it will include more details on the potential dimensions. As per the leak, the device could be the thinnest foldable phone. This device is going to be thinner even than the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and the OnePlus Open.

• Bard Integration:

Additionally, you will get to learn about the new Google Assistant with Bard integration. Although the feature will come in March, as reported, it might launch at a Google I/O event this year. Google is going to roll out a premium version of Bard Advanced which will be powered by the Gemini Ultra model.

The Bottom Line:

You should know that Google I/O 2024 may not be as exciting as Google I/O 2014 was. Back then, Google came with a redesigned Android Lollipop along with a coherent Material design language, Android TV, WearOS predecessor, Android Wear, and Android Auto. However, in the upcoming Google I/O event, you will get to know what the company has planned for the future while indicating more generative artificial intelligence in more places.

Android 15

Android 15 is continuing to build a platform in order to improve your productivity. Also it offers new capabilities with the help of which you can minimize battery impact, produce superior media experiences, boost the smooth app performance, etc. In addition, Android 15 protects your privacy and security on different supported devices.

About Android 15:

It is an upcoming major release of the Android mobile OS and was released on 16 February, 2024. Google is expecting the platform will hopefully reach beta stage in April 2024.

What's Included In The Android 15 Preview?

In this program, you can get almost all the things that are required to test your existing apps on different screen sizes, CPU and GPU chipsets, network technologies as well as hardware architecture.

SDK & Tools:

Android Studio allows you to download these components via the SDK Manager:

• SDK and tools for Android 15
• Emulator system images for Android 15 (64-bit only) for the supported models

System Images:

These are available for many Google Pixel devices that can be used to test and develop. You need to navigate to the Downloads page in order to get the system image for testing and development. Suppose you do not use a Pixel device. Don't worry, as you are capable of developing and testing through other ways:

• Android 15 emulator system images for phones (64-bit only)

Flash-to-OTA Updates For Google Pixel:

The Developer Preview releases are not suitable for regular use by the early consumers or adopters. These are the baseline builds for only developers. So, these are going to be available by manual download and flash on the below-mentioned Pixel devices:

• Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
• Pixel 6a
• Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
• Pixel 7a
• Pixel Fold
• Pixel Tablet
• Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

After flashing a Developer Preview build to a Pixel device that is compatible with this, you can find yourself enrolled in the over-the-air updates of later Developer Preview and Beta builds via the final release. You should know that the Android Beta OTA program is not compatible with Developer Preview builds.

Important Things To Remember:

These are the things that you need to have:

• A compatible Pixel device (Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, Pixel & series, Pixel Fold or Pixel Tablet)
• Unlock bootloader ( it erases device data)
• The most recent Android SDK Platform-Tools, which are installed on the PC
• Android 15 Developer Preview 1 OTA image

Now, these are the steps that you have to follow to install the Developer Preview on the Pixel phone.

A Procedure To Install Android 15 Developer Preview On Pixel Phones:

1. Download Android 15 DP1 OTA Image:

• Your first task is to head toward the Android developer website.
• Then, your job is to look for the OTA file for the Pixel device, which you can see under Full OTA Images.
• Ensure that you have downloaded the correct build.

2. Unlock Bootloader:

• When you are using a Pixel model, you have to enable USB debugging, which is available under the Developer options.
• Then, your job is to connect the mobile to the PC.
• Thereafter, you have to run the command: fastboot flashing unlock.

Although it helps to unlock the bootloader, it can perform a factory reset. As a result, all your data will be wiped. When you see that the bootloader is unlocked already, you can skip the step.

3. Boot Into Recovery Mode:

• Once you switch off the device, you need to hold both Power + Volume Down.
• You have to continue doing this until you see the bootloader mode.
• Then, your task is to select Recovery mode using the volume keys.
• After that, you have to confirm by hitting Power. Alternatively, it is possible to use: adb reboot recovery.

4. Apply Update From ADB:

When you enable the recovery mode, you need to use the volume keys and power button to select Apply update from ADB.

5. Sideload OTA Update:

You now have to sideload the OTA file using the command: adb sideload android-15-dp1.zip on the computer. Thereafter, your job is to replace the filename. Remember that the procedure takes some minutes.

 Reboot:

As soon as the process ends, your job is to select the Reboot system now, which you can see in the recovery menu for booting into Android 15 DP1.

The developer preview build is going to be installed now over the current operating system. Remember that performance and stability will be less than ideal at this stage. So, it is better to use a secondary device instead of your regular driver.

 Set Up The Android Emulator:

In order to explore new features and APIs, it is essential to configure Android Emulator for running Android 15. This solution helps to test Android 15 behaviour changes.

You can set up the emulator easily. With the help of this, you are capable of emulating different screen sizes and device characteristics. Based on the testing type you want, you have to set up a variety of virtual devices from the device categories:

• Phone
• Tablet or large-screen device

Set Up A Virtual Device (Phone):

These are the steps you need to follow to emulate a phone by setting up a virtual device:

• Your first job is to install the Android Studio's most recent Preview version.
• Then, you have to click on Tools in Android Studio. After that, you have to click on the SDK Manager.
• When you open the SDK Tools tab, your task is to select this emulator’s recent version. Then, you have to click on OK. It helps to install the latest version if you have not installed this already.
• You need to click on Tools in the Android Studio. Then, your job is to click on Device Manager. After that, you have to click on Add a new device. Thereafter, your job is to click on Create Virtual Device in the Device Manager panel.
• You now have to select a device definition for a Pixel device that is compatible with it in the Phone Category tab.
• Thereafter, your task is to click on Next.
• Now, your job is to look for the Android 15 system image that we know as VanillaIceCream.
• Then, your job is to click on Download to get this. It is adjacent to the Release Name. As soon as you complete the download, you have to select the system image.
• Then, you have to click on Next.
• After finalizing other available settings for the virtual device, your task is to click on Finish.
• Once you go back to the list that contains names of the available virtual devices in the Device Manager, you have to look for your Android 15 virtual device.
• Then, you have to click on Start.

Set Up A Virtual Device (Tablet Or Large-screen):

These are the steps you should follow in order to set up a virtual device for emulating a tablet:

• Hence, you need to follow the first four steps of the previous section.
• In the fifth step, you need to select a device definition, like the Pixel Tablet, which is available in the Tablet Category tab or the Pixel Fold in the Phone Category tab.
• After that, you have to click on Next.
• Then, you need to follow the last three steps of the previous section.

If you are willing to generate large-screen device definitions that can be used to test the app in different large-screen scenarios, you have to repeat the steps.

Preview APIs And Publishing:

You can get an Android library and development-only system from the Android 15 Preview program. Hence, you should know that the library does not come with a standard API level. Are you eager to make the new platform your target? Do you wish to build with the new APIs of Android 15? Then, it is essential to update the build configuration of your app in order to target Android 15's Preview version.

The Preview has offered preview APIs also. These are not going to be official until you release the final SDK at Platform Stability. It indicates that API changes can be seen during the program's starting weeks. Later, after the finalization of developer APIs, downloading the official Android 15 SDK is possible into Android Studio. In addition, you are able to compile against the official APIs. Besides, you can target the official API level.

Protecting User Privacy And Security:

In order to enhance user privacy and security, Android is working constantly.

• Privacy Sandbox On Android:

Android 15 comes with Android AD Services that are available up to extension level 10. It incorporates the Privacy Sandbox's recent version on Android. The target here is to invent new technologies which can improve the personalized advertising experience for mobile apps. Also, with the help of these technologies, it is possible to improve user privacy.

• Health Connect:

Android 15 helps to integrate Android 14 extensions 10 around Health Connect by Android. It is a secure platform used for managing and sharing fitness and health data collected by apps. New data types are compatible with this update across fitness, nutrition, etc.

• File Integrity:

FileIntegrityManager of Android 15 brings new APIs. Tapping into the fs-verity feature’s power is the task of these APIs in the Linux kernel. The fs-verity is used by custom cryptographic signatures in order to protect files. It makes sure that they have not been corrupted or tampered with. It results in enhanced security which keeps you protected against potential malware. 

• Partial Screen Sharing:

Android 15 is compatible with the partial screen sharing feature with the help of which you are capable of sharing or recording an app window instead of the entire device screen. Partial Screen Sharing feature is enabled first in Android 14 QPR2. This feature brings MediaProjection callbacks using which your app is able to customize the partial screen sharing experience. Remember that user permission is essential for every MediaProjection capture session.

The Bottom Line:

Android allows the applications available on your device to benefit from premium device hardware, which includes excellent displays, powerful GPUs, top-quality camera capabilities, and AI processing. In recent times, people have preferred to use devices having large screens like flippables, tablets, and foldables. As a result, it can provide a chance to reach high-value users. Android 15, which is codenamed as "Vanilla Ice Cream'’, is considered as an upcoming major release of the Android mobile OS. In this article, we have elaborated almost every detail that you should know about Android 15. For further queries, you can ask us via comments.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Android 15 be released?

The Android 15 Preview program is running from February 2024, and it will continue until the final public release to AOSP and OEMs.

Which phones have Android 15?

Phones that have Android 15 are as follows:

• Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro.
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 12T Pro.
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 12T.
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S.
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro.
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 12

 Is Android 15 strong?

It comes with a Dynamic Performance Framework to deliver a smooth browsing experience. Therefore, new controls will be available that let you manage CPU/GPU workloads. Also these ensure that you will get optimal thermal efficiency.

 

RAR vs ZIP

Several file formats available in computer file systems, and ZIP & RAR are the most common names among them. These two archive file formats store various files and folders in one container. But these file formats are different from each other. The basic difference between these two is that you can enable ZIP, a standard archive file format in any operating system. But RAR is an archive file format that needs a third-party tool called WinRAR for processing. Dig into the article, to learn about RAR vs ZIP.

What Is ZIP?

It is a standard file format used to compress files in the computer system. Gary Conway and Phil Katz developed this famous file format in 1989.

Just like other file formats, these refer to the data buckets for one or more files with the help of ZIP compression. Software companies like Apple Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows use this. These types of files are accessible by those programs that are able to create ZIP files.

Apart from compressing files, this format encrypts files that are password protected. Then, it splits them with some taps. Every file is stored separately in the zipped folder to make it accessible randomly. As a result, adding new files has become simple without zipping the whole archive. You can zip files & folders using many methods such as WavPack, BZIP2, PPMd, DEFLATE, LZMA, etc. The Zip archives contain extra content which is unrelated to the archive.

What Is RAR?

The term stands for Roshal ARchive. It is a compressed file that Russian Eugene Roshal created. This proprietary archive file contains one or more folders in a single place. It serves as the regular folder in the computer system where people keep their documents.

This format needs a third-party software application to allow you to open files or extract them from it. This one is the native file format of the WinRAR archiver that stores the files in compressed form. Besides, the compression ratio is more than the ZIP compression. It can incorporate a compression algorithm that can handle file spanning, lossless data compression, error recovery, etc. Remember that any type of file with the '.RAR' extension is called a RAR file.

RAR vs ZIP:

ZIP	RAR
This one is an archive file format.	This one is a proprietary archive file format you can use for lossless data compression.
Phil Katz created it as a standard format for data lossless compression.	Eugene Roshal developed it.
This one is free, which means open standard.	It isn't free.
ZIP comes with several implementations and is supported in many places.	It needs a third-party tool called WinRAR Archiver.
Its compression rate is lower than that of the RAR format.	With the help of the WinRAR archiver, compressing or decompressing files is possible. Compared to ZIP, the rate of compression is better.
ZIP provides password-based protection.	ZIP does not offer password-based protection.
You can use the filename extension as  ".zip" or ".zipx."	In this case, filename extensions may be ".rar," ".rev," ".r00", or ".r01".
This one uses the ZIP 2.0 encryption algorithm.	RAR uses AES-128 encryption.
ZIP compresses data using the 'DEFLATE' compression algorithm.	Hence, the used compression algorithm is more efficient than the 'DEFLATE' compression procedure.
ZIP is a comparatively weak algorithm.	RAR is a powerful algorithm.
You can make files with programs such as WinRAR, WinZip, and Freebyte Zip.	In this case, files are limited to a program called WinRAR.

 Conclusion:

This entire discussion about the difference between RAR and ZIP concludes that ZIP is a standard file format you can use to archive & compress lossless data. On the other hand, RAR is a proprietary archive file format that needs WinRAR archiver, a third-party tool.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are ZIP and RAR the same?

ZIP format compresses data at a slower rate compared to RAR. It can offer password-based security, but the RAR does not have such a feature.

Q. Is RAR faster than ZIP?

It has a faster compression rate than ZIP when the third-party tool WinRAR is used. However, the overall rate of compression is slower than WinZip or 7-Zip.

Q. Is RAR or ZIP more secure?

RAR format can't provide security with a password. But the ZIP 2.0 algorithm is used for encryption by the ZIP file format. RAR uses more efficient AES-128 encryption. Whereas, you can create ZIP files with different programs, including WinZIP, WinRAR, Freebyte ZIP, etc.

What is the New YouTube Emotes Feature?

As a YouTube user, we all have noticed a dramatic transformation in recent years because of the user engagement level. As it is essential to carry on the user-centric approach, the website has rolled out a new feature named 'YoutTube Emotes.' With the help of this feature, you can express your thoughts through fun images at the time of live streaming. You can use these images also while commenting on any post or video.

People already have used emojis on YouTube videos and streams while commenting. Now, the app has included a massive collection of custom emojis which you can send through comments. Like the stickers in Emoji Kitchen stickers, you can paste the static images into the conversation. But you should know that it will not appear like the animated stickers that you can find in Telegram.

This feature also has a little bit of similarities to the specification that Twitch offers for livestreams. When it comes to Twitch, you will get custom-created emoji from the streamers. But if it comes to talk about YouTube, you should know that the emotes are available sitewide.

But according to YouTube, the emotes are generated mainly for gaming. However, a lot of designs will be added to the platform. You should know that this feature is currently unavailable for mobiles. It seems that there will be approximately 60 emotes available for a chat.

What is the new YouTube Emotes feature?

Sometimes, it happens that we are unable to express our feelings through words. Then, we need emojis to add interest to the chat. So, to make the chats more interesting, YouTube has introduced this new 'YoutTube Emotes' feature.

Using this specification, you will be able to see a few fun images that you can use while live streaming or commenting. YouTube Emotes is actually a collection of several fun images which can be used to create a community on the app. This new feature lets you see all the emojis and emotes located under any channel membership custom emojis. Like emotes on Twitch, YouTube has introduced its own emotes. In this regard, you should know that Twitch is a famous platform for interactions of live-streaming content.

The main intention of launching this feature is to provide several emojis which you can use to communicate or comment to express your thoughts properly. Another fact that you should know is that Abelle Hayford, Guy Field, and Yujin Won made gaming Emotes. YouTube is expected to add more categories and themes. But YouTube didn't indicate whether the platform is testing this new feature in selected regions Or with small groups. Therefore, it seems that the platform will offer this new feature to all the users.

How to use YouTube Emotes:

If you want to use emotes, your first task is to hit the icon in comments or live chat. Therefore, you get to see all emojis and emotes. Whereas the YouTube emotes can be found under any channel membership custom emojis. You can insert emotes in live chat using particular names. For example, you need to type ":smile:'' to autocomplete the smile emoji. In chat, you have to type the name of emote while watching a stream. According to YouTube, Emotes are especially for gaming, but the platform will bring more emote themes.

Conclusion:

The company YouTube introduced the "Live Q&A" feature in November. With the help of this feature, it is possible to create Q&A sessions and manage them in the live chat when the streaming continues. People are able to access the feature via the "Live Control Room".

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. How to use or access YouTube Emotes?

You should hit the icon only during the live chat or comments. Then, it will display all emojis and emotes.

Q. What was the new feature for the Live Q&A YouTube feature introduced last month?

It will allow you to create Q&A sessions and manage them too during streaming, and live chat.

Google Pixel 7 Pro Pre Order

Google is almost ready to release its Pixel 7 series during the 'Made by Google' event on October 6th, Google pixel 7 pro release date. The company has also announced ahead of the event that Google Pixel 7 Pro Pre order will start on October 6th.

What's from the official site of Google Pixel 7 Pro?

The official 'Made by Google' YouTube channel posted an ad where the company teases the mobile to some "Pixel owners." People from anywhere can check out the ad. Besides, you can see the first impressions of the people who hold the brand-new device in their hands. But you can't see the mobile correctly in the video. The reason is that it remains blurred in people's hands. But later, it is revealed.

The Made by Google launch event will take place within a few weeks as it is set to take place on October 6, Google pixel 7 Pro launch date. Before this event, the company teased a few devices, such as its 7th generation, 7 Pro, and Watch.

The video comes with members from the Team Pixel community. They check the model for the first time, or at least somehow, the company has framed it. Hence, the video appears a bit strange as the device remains blurred. But the company displayed the handset already during Google I/O in May. Besides, pictures of the device are available on the official site. So, keeping the phone secret doesn't make sense. However, nowadays, leaking data on mobiles has become common. Therefore, people know about it for Google pixel 7 pro leaks.

Information about Google Pixel 7 Pro specifications:

We don't know the Google pixel 7 pro full specification of the devices. But we know that Google’s new Tensor G2 processor will power the Pixel 7 handsets. In addition, we expect the company to announce its new Watch.

It is the first proper Wear OS watch of the company. We don't know the price of the model still now. But according to the new leak, the retail Google pixel 7 pro price will start at $349.99 (Google pixel 7 pro price in USA). If you find it exciting, then you must wait for the announcement on October 6.

This device comes in a Pixel 6-like design with a camera visor on the back. Some lucky members of #TeamPixel got these devices each from the company, and their responses were recorded. Most interesting is that you can get all devices to buy on the same day at GoogleStore.com. Whether you stay in New York City, you should go to the physical Google Stores.

The event will take place in Williamsburg in New York City. It comes with limited in-person attendees. But if you want, you can follow the event to watch live. In this regard, you should know that these models will support Android 13. Besides, the device comes with the next generation of Tensor. Its custom mobile chip brings personalized pictures, videos, security, and speech recognition features.

Once the device is displayed in someone's hand, it will pop up at the screen bottom. However, people have seen it on the Pixel 7 Pro, so they still don't confirm on the other devices. The company unveiled the version first during its I/O developers' conference in May.

The device will come with a 6.7-inch screen. In addition, the model has a triple-lens camera (50-megapixel, 48-megapixel, 12-megapixel).

You can get the model available in Obsidian, Snow and Hazel. Besides, it has up to 12GB of RAM. It will use a Cheetah processor also.

The bottom line: 

The company doesn't usually launch its premium Pixel mobiles in India. But it comes with the A-series mid-range devices of this brand. Although there are rumours of the return to the Indian market, people still have not heard any confirmations yet.

Parabolic Microphone

A parabolic microphone is mounted inside a sound-reflecting dish. The reflecting dish of a parabolic microphone focuses on the sound waves passing straight into the reflector. Besides, the reflecting dish of a parabolic microphone has a cross-section on the device. In addition, sounds entering from other angles impinge directly on the device. But these are not focused on by the reflector.

Thus, the device has become highly directional. In addition, it becomes more sensitive to sound sources. It makes the device worthwhile to record localized sources of relatively faint sounds like bird calls, conversations, etc.

What is a parabolic microphone?

A parabolic microphone is an electronic element that converts sound pressure into an electric signal. As we mount the device inside a parabolic dish, it is called a "parabolic microphone."

The dish collects the incoming pressure due to its shape. After that, it will focus the pressure on a single point. Then, the device converts this into an electrical signal. In this case, you can find the sound amplified. The reason is that the sound energy from a large area is focused on a single point. Besides, you can amplify the electrical signal from the mic.

What do you know about its history?

In 1888, Heinrich Hertz, a German physicist, made the world's first parabolic reflector antenna. However, people have known its principle since classical antiquity. You can find detailed knowledge in the famed mathematician Dicoles's book On Burning Mirrors. This physicist proved that parabolas focus a parallel beam in a specific direction.

People have been following the same principle through the ages. Even, Acoustic Mirrors used this principle to identify enemy aircraft before the advent of radar.

Why Use a Parabolic Mic?

It can give a mechanical amplification of about six times for the collector dish. As this dish comes in a unique shape, it can collect the incoming pressures of sound waves. After that, it helps to focus these onto a point: a mic. Generally, the mic has an omnidirectional pattern. Besides, sometimes, it has a cardioid pickup pattern placed within the dish. But remember that it relies on the dish size.

The amplification level is consistent over the whole area of the parabolic dish. In addition, this device can pick up ambient noise from the mic's rear side. But you can hear non-amplified sounds from the dish's amplification. It comes from the back side of the mic. In this regard, you should know that the peripheral sounds are not amplified. Therefore, the dish blocks it. As a result, the device gets a direction.

In addition, this mic can offer only directional sound. Besides, it can pick up the sound at great distances, like hundreds of feet. Moreover, these can amplify low sound pressure levels from a distance and reduce ambient sounds simultaneously.

How to use the parabolic microphone?

The device uses a reflector for the unique geometrical properties of the parabola. Hence, you must know about a parabola, an open curve appearing as a V with a rounded point. It represents the two arms of the curve which go on forever ( according to the mathematical definition). In this case, the axis is a straight line that passes it through when a vertical line is drawn through the center of a V.

In the specific position, you can see the mic placed. Sound waves which enter the parabolic microphone dish are parallel to the axis. Thus, these are focused on the mic and are amplified.

Usages:

There are different applications of the device. We have given here a few of them.

• You can use it for nature sound recording, like recording bird calls, and field audio for sports broadcasting. 
• Besides, it is suitable for eavesdropping on espionage and law enforcement conversations. 
• People used these devices in World War II and other wars worldwide. Japanese mainly use it.
• It is perfect for sporting events, surveillance, sound library collections, search & rescue, wedding shoots, and videography.

How does parabolic microphone work?

The collector comes in a unique design shape. Therefore, if something comes towards the dish parallel to the dish's center line, it will make it focus on a point. Understanding a parabola's mathematical formula helps you learn this specific shape concept. It is the reason behind the naming of the dish.

In this case, the energy you want to focus on within the dish does not matter. The reason is that the dish can focus light, sound energy, or electromagnetic energy. Besides, the dish works same as a satellite dish that collects electromagnetic signals from satellites in space.

How important is the shape of the dish?

Remember that the dish shape is cruial. You won't get the best performance if manufacturers don't make the dish in the exact shape. In this case, try to match the perfect geometric shape of the parabola.

A few brands can withstand only a few thousandths of an inch. However, it is possible to pick up the sound from a dish. It doesn't matter if the dish is made poorly. Hence, you can find the sound garbled and distorted.

Moreover, the sound energy ends up scattered when the shape is not perfect. As a result, it cannot focus on a point reducing the amplification.

Conclusion:

These dishes are available in several parks, museums, and science centers. Besides, you find any dish enabling a whisper to be heard across a long distance while standing at the focus point. We know them as "Whisper Dishes." These are all you come to learn from our article. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Q. Do these really work?

These are able to amplify the audio signal by concentrating all sonic energy. It first collects the large dish at a focal point. The unique geometry of the paraboloid shape has made the concentration.

• Q. What is it used for?

People use them on the sidelines of televised football games. Besides, ornithologists use them to record bird calls.

• Q. Can it hear through walls?

Glass and walls block sound waves. So, it is impossible to hear sound for parabolic microphone through walls.

Google's Soda Fetching Robot

Have you ever used a smart voice assistant like Alexa, Siri, or something else? If yes, you must have noticed that the tech is improving daily. Siri speaks in a gender-neutral voice while Alexa reads bedtime stories in your dead grandmother's voice. People have been continuously exploring robotics events. However, there is a huge gap between voice commands and autonomous robotics. It is never easy to teach robots what to do or what not. You can see the uses of industrial robotics in different places.

General-purpose robots can fix many problems related to voice commands in spaces where humans also exist. However, people like Robo-vacuum are mainly programmed to avoid touching things except for the floor. Table tennis is one of the games where it can determine itself to know if a task was successful. Besides, it can learn from its mistakes.

The major change in robotics is quick, precise and adaptive. Sometimes, people are quick but not adaptive. However, it isn't an issue because it is quite common in an industrial setting. But you should remember that it is hard to be fast, adaptive, and precise. In this regard, you need to know about Ping-pong, a nice microcosm of the problem requiring precision and speed.

What did Vincent Vanhoucke say about Google's soda fetching robot?

Vincent Vanhoucke said that people develop this skill by practicing. He is a Distinguished Scientist and head of robotics at Google Research. Besides, he added that you could not read the skills' rules to be a champion overnight. Ensure that one must practice it. While speed and precision are one thing, Google wants to crack into its robotic labs. It serves as the intersection between human language and robotics. In addition, it has made a few interesting leaps in the level of robotic understanding of the natural language used by us.

Several problems exist, which are tackled by Google with its natural language processing system, the Pathways Language Model or PaLM. It processes and absorbs what a person wants to say. Another challenge is recognizing what it can do. It can understand if you ask it to grab a bottle from the fridge top. But the issue is it can not reach high. Affordances mean what they can do with a few reasonable degrees of success.

For example, it can do simple jobs like moving a meter forward. Regarding a more advanced job, you can ask to find s Coke can go in the kitchen. But if you want it to perform a complex job, you can ask your Coke can to mop up after spilling it and bring a healthy drink.

Google's approach uses the information in language models to identify and score actions beneficial for high-level instructions. In addition, it uses a function "Can," allowing real-world-grounding. Besides, it determines what actions you can execute in a given environment. Google is calling it PaLM-SayCan with the PaLM language model. The robotics lab uses many robots from Everyday Robots.

These chaps get an R&R (rest and recharge) helping to know how to connect themselves to recharge. If you want it to understand a more advanced command, it needs to follow these steps. 

We have given a simple example following:

• Come to the speaker. 
• Look at the floor, find the spill. 
• Find a mop or paper towel in the drawers, cabinets and kitchen counters. 
• Pick up the cleaning tool after finding it. 
• Shut down the drawer. 
• Move to the spill. 
• Wash the spill, and monitor if the sponge can absorb all the liquid. If not, go wring it out in the sink and return. 
• As soon as it is washed, wring the sponge one more time. 
• Turn on the tap, wash the sponge, turn it off, and wring the sponge again. 
• Open the drawer and put it away. Close the drawer. 
• Recognize which drinks are in the kitchen and which are "healthier" than a Coke. 
• Look for a water bottle in the fridge, choose it, and bring it to the person asking for it.

It is essential to teach robots what they can do and what is not possible for them. In addition, it must know what it should do in different situations. An exciting challenge robotics faces is that language model can't ground in the physical world. These got training on extensive text libraries, but the libraries do not interact with their environments. While asking Google to direct you to the nearest coffee shop, you will find it funny, but Maps give you details of a 45-day hike and a three-day swim across a lake. Silly mistakes have become consequences in the real world.

Suppose you told it, "I spilled my drink, can you help?" In this case, you will get a response from the language model GPT-3 with "You could try using a vacuum cleaner." Sometimes, you can go with a vacuum cleaner. However, you can understand at least that a language model can connect a vacuum cleaner with cleaning. But if google's soda fetching robot does, it would probably fail. Vacuums are not recommended for spilled drinks. Ensure that water and electronics should not mixed. Therefore, you can get a broken vacuum at best.

You can place PaLM-SayCan-enabled robots in a kitchen setting. In addition, you can give training to them to improve them in different aspects of the kitchen. While you instruct them, they will start trying to create a determination. These have become smarter day by day in between those two considerations.

Conclusion: 

Affordances are not binary. It is difficult to balance three golf balls on top of each. But we can't say that it is impossible. A robot can not open a drawer easily. But if you train them how to do it, they will get high confidence in doing that. According to the company, an untrained robot can not grab a bag of potato chips from a drawer. But if you give some instructions to google's soda fetching robot and ask it to practice, the chance will increase significantly. The motive of all training is to enable it to find out things.

MLGO: A Machine Learning Framework

When people started having modern PCs, they wanted to know how to compile smaller codes quickly. If you have better code optimization, it can decrease the operational cost of big data center applications. You should know that its size is the most dependable factor to phone and embedded systems or software. Ensure that the compiled binary needs to fit in tight code size budgets. You can find headroom squeezed heavily with complicated heuristics, impeding maintenance and improvements.

What is MLGO?

MLGO is a machine learning framework for computer optimization.

Know More About MLGO:

According to a recent research, ML offers more chances for compiler optimization, and it helps to exchange complicated heuristics with ML policies. However, as a compiler, adopting machine learning is a challenge.

It is why MLGO, a Machine Learning Guided Compiler Optimizations Framework, is here. This one is the first industrial-grade general framework used to integrate ML techniques in LLVM systematically.

In this case, you need to know that LLVM is an open-source industrial compiler infrastructure. You can use it to build mission-critical, high-performance software. Besides, it uses RL to train neural networks. Thus, you can make decisions that can exchange heuristics in LLVM. Reinforcement learning is the full form of RL. You can find here two MLGO optimizations for LLVM. The first one decreases code size with inlining. Besides, the second one helps to improve code performance with register allocation (regalloc). You can get both available in the LLVM repository.

How Does MLGO Work?

Inlining can decrease the code size. It makes decisions that remove the redundant code. We have given here an example. The caller function foo() calls the callee function bar(). It is known as baz().

Inlining both callsites will return a simple foo() function to minimize the code size. You can see many codes calling each other. Thus, these comprise a call graph.

The compiler traverses the graph during the inlining phase. Then, it decides whether it should inline a caller-callee pair or not. This one is a sequential process because earlier inlining decisions will change the call graph. As a result, it will affect the later decisions and the final outcome. The call graph foo() → bar() → baz() requires a "yes" decision on both edges. It helps to decrease the code size.

A heuristic decided inline / no-inline before MLGO. But the more time passes, it becomes hard to improve. The framework substitutes the heuristic with an ML model.

Hence, the compiler seeks advice from a neural network during the traversal of the call graph. It takes the advice to know if it should inline a caller-callee pair by feeding in relevant features from the graph. After that, it will execute them sequentially until the entire call graph is traversed.

The framework trains the decision network with RL. In this case, it uses policy gradient and evolution strategies algorithms . Thus, it can gather information and help to improve the policy. The compiler consults it for inline / no-inline decision-making while inlining. Sequential decision refers to state, action, and reward. When the compilation finishes, it makes a decision. Thereafter, the log is passed to the trainer to update the model. It continues repeating until a satisfactory model appears.

The policy is embedded into the compiler. Thus, it helps to offer inline / no-inline decisions during compilation. Unlike the training scenario, you don't find the policy creating a log. However, you can see the TensorFlow model embedded with XLA AOT. It helps to transfer the model into executable code. Thus, it can avoid TensorFlow runtime dependency and overhead. In this case, it decreases the additional time and memory cost of the ML model.

You can see the policy on a big internal software package with 30k modules. It is generalizable if you apply it to compile other software. Thus, it can achieve a 3% ~ 7% size reduction. Time is also essential for the generalizability across the software.

As the compiler and software are getting developments, the policy must retain good performance for a reasonable time.

Register-Allocation (for performance)

The framework helps to improve the register allocation pass. Thus, it can improve the code performance in LLVM. Register Allocation helps to assign physical registers to live ranges.

When the code executes, different live ranges are finished at different times. Thus, it can free up registers for use. In the instance, you can see every "add" and "multiply" instruction needs all operands. It gets the result in physical registers. It allocates the live range x to the green register. This task completes before live ranges in the blue or yellow registers. When x is completed, you can see the green register. Then, it will assign to live range.

While allocating live range q, you don't find any registers. Therefore, the register allocation pass must decide which one it can evict from its register to create space for q. We know it as the "live range eviction" problem. It is the decision why you should train the model to replace the original heuristics. It helps to evict z from the yellow register and assign it to q and the first half of z.

You can see the unassigned second half of live range z. Now, you can see the eviction of the live range t, and it is split. The first half of t and the final part of z prefer to use the green register. You can see an equation of q = t * y, where z is unavailable. It means z is not assigned to any register. As a result, you can get its value available in the stack from the yellow register. After that, the yellow register gets reloaded to the green register. You can see a similar thing happening to t. It can add additional load instructions to the code and degrades performance. The register allocation algorithm wants to decrease any type of issues. You can use it as a reward to guide RL policy training.

The policy for register allocation gets training on a big Google internal software package. It can experience 0.3% ~1.5% improvements in QPS. The term stands for queries per second.

The bottom line:

MLGO is a framework to integrate ML techniques in LLVM, an industrial compiler. It is a framework you can expand to make it deeper and broader. If you want to make it deeper, you should add more features. Then, you need to apply better RL algorithms. But if you're going to make it broader, you should apply it to more optimization heuristics.

Smart Screws, that Transmit DATA Wirelessly

Smart Screws are generally available in multiple places like on cranes, scaffolding, high-rise buildings, bridges, wind turbines, machines, etc. However, sometimes, wear & tear and temperature fluctuations or vibrations may lose one or more, which can face fatal repercussions. That's why you need to inspect regularly for safety-critical structures.

A research team from the Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Cognitive Internet Technologies CCIT has recently made a solution called "Smart Screw Connection." It comes with sensors and radio technology, enabling you to monitor the connections remotely.

What are Smart Screws?

The Smart screw is a type of screw used in wind turbines, machines, and bridges to keep them safe. Its sensors and radio technology help to monitor connections.

Features That Make Smart Screws Special: 

 

Diaforce Thin Film:

The Smart connection is fitted with a washer with a piezoresistive DiaForce thin film. Pressure-sensitive sensors register the preload force at three points while it remains tightened. If any change occurs in the preload force, it can change the electrical resistance in the DiaForce® thin film.

What says Dr. Peter Spies?

He is the Group Manager of Integrated Energy Supplies and Project Manager at the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS. Dr. Peter explains that a change in resistance occurs if it comes loose, and then a radio module will know about it. After that, the radio module, available on its head, sends the data to a base station, and it gathers all details from all relevant to the object.

Reliable Data Transmission:

The Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST created DiaForce® thin film. Fraunhofer IIS contributes to the mioty® low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) on radio technology. Besides, the technology helps to transfer small data packets over long distances. However, through the process, it takes minimal energy using only a base station from over 100,000 sensors.

Sometimes, the base station is available at the edge of a wind farm, several hundred meters or a few kilometers away. After that, a software program shows you the information for each one separately in a graphical overview. The status of the connection relies on the configuration and application and how they are transmitted permanently.

Why Is It Important?

He says that it becomes possible to notice the stability of safety-critical infrastructures for the first time with the help of a remote monitoring system. Besides, it enables you to check on each model, making it an essential asset for safety. He also adds that engineers don't need to be available on-site to check each one during a bridge or wind turbine inspection, and the service station will get all the data via radio.

People use the technology for different applications like flange connections in the industry, the bolts in steel girders in high-rise buildings, the load-bearing parts of bridges, or attaching rotors to wind turbines.

Researchers have given solutions to energy demand issues in a resource-efficient manner. The system follows the energy harvesting principle, and it uses heat or light to generate electricity. In this case, a thermoelectric generator creates electricity from the minute differences in temperature between its head and the environment. However, if you are willing, you can generate electricity through solar cells, and it becomes self-powered due to energy harvesting.

Protects from Hackers:

Fraunhofer researchers always give importance to the security factor. A shielded programming box contains each screw, the sensor unit, and the radio module during installation. Besides, it gets an ID from the box through the short-range RFID, its requirement profile, and an individual encryption key. It uses an encrypted radio link connected to the base station during data transmission.

He says that it is possible to stop criminals or hackers from sabotaging the system. Technical staff depends on the information. The project involves Fraunhofer IST, Fraunhofer IIS, the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF, and the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied and Integrated Security, AISEC. The Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Cognitive Internet Technologies CCIT runs the project.

Advantage of Smart Screws:

The technology decreases the need for daily inspections of large structures. For example, amusement parks usually have a team of experts who inspect towering roller coasters the ensure nothing comes loose. But the risk increases too much when it comes to bridges, and it is while you need the technology.

The Bottom Line:

Smart devices need energy or power for operation. No one wants to make a bridge with battery-powered screws. It is why researchers move to energy harvesting, mainly the thermoelectric effect. Smart Screws' technology helps to keep these vital structures safe.

Google Little Signals

When it comes to notifications, LEDs or any ding sound are the things that come first in our minds. We can get notifications due to the arrival of a new message or a reminder from a shopping app of a long-forgotten item on the wishlist. However, people choose sensory cues differently, and Google is experimenting with that. They are searching for new methods to signal attention subtly. Google's target of Ambient Computing or the idea of technology in the background for assistance was for a long period. Let's know what little signals are.

What do you know about Little Signals?

Little Signals is the latest Google experiment providing us with the concept regarding the shape of Ambient Computing devices that could take in the future. It is a "series of interaction experiments" made by the Google Seed Studio and Map Project Office. The experiment is available on the list of experiments with Google under the Digital Wellbeing Collection. 

It provides us with the advanced concepts for Google hardware devices. London-based studio Map Project Office designed the experiment in collaboration with Google's Seed Studio. To find the best way to balance technology, it has developed six conceptual devices— Air; Button; Movement; Rhythm; Shadow; and Tap. Every device has a different function, but these can explore a more subtle approach together with household gadgets. 

These six objects allow you to subtly use various sensorial cues to signal attention. Besides, these move from the background to the foreground as required. Every object is unique for its communication method, like puffs of air or ambient sounds.

 

Besides, the small movements or simple controls help to bring the objects to life. In addition, these make the objects responsive to changing surroundings and needs. Little signals let us know how we should stay updated with digital details while maintaining moments of calm.

What are the six objects of Little Signals?

The six conceptual objects with innovative ways are as follows: 

Air: 

It interacts with its close surroundings. Like the plant leaves, pulsed air can move nearby items to attract attention. 

Button: 

The object helps to combine scale and sound to communicate and offer control. Its right button is for more details whereas the left one is for less. While full, it can play a tone. 

Movement: 

This object offers seven pegs offering details graphically like a calendar or timer via the height and motion. These pegs usually work individually or as a group. 

Rhythm: 

It creates ambient sounds. The melody qualities convey the qualities of details as to their importance, urgency, or tone. If a wave is over the object or turns it over, it mutes it. 

Shadow: 

It can communicate via the movements of the shadow it casts. These display the status of the object. For instance, it shows slow breathing while active or stretching in response to presence. 

Tap: 

It uses the surfaces to make sounds acting as notifications. If you tap strongly, it indicates more pressing news.

 Conclusion:

According to a recently exposed Google patent, Google has been working on a 'skin interface' that means gesture control via the user's skin. You can apply it to a range of products like smartwatches and earbuds.

12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS

Intel has announced the complete details of the brand new 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS. It is the world's quickest desktop processor that can offer up to 5.5 GHz max turbo frequency. The processor features Intel Thermal Velocity Boost and Intel Adaptive Boost Technology, which gives you the ultimate gaming experience. As per Intel, it is the quickest desktop processor available in the market.

Importance of The Processor:

It is for gamers and enthusiasts waiting for the fastest processor eagerly. The processor has 16 cores containing eight Performance-cores and eight Efficient-cores. The P or performance cores run at 5.2GHz, and the E or efficiency cores run at 4.0GHz. Besides, it has 24 threads and 150W processor base power. Its 30MB Intel Smart Cache lets you get more gaming power and performance.

Its higher multi-core turbo frequencies allow you to have improved gaming performance. The processor can give support for up to DDR5 4800 MT/s and DDR4 3200 MT/s. Its chipset supports existing Z690 motherboards. Due to the top-quality processor, gamers and overclocking enthusiasts can enjoy next-level performance.

Intel has increased the base power to 150W from 125W. The maximum speed in a normal i9-12900K is 5.2GHz, whereas it can hit up to 5.5GHz on up to two cores. It has maximum turbo power of 241 W, whereas 128Gb is the maximum memory capacity. There are total Total CPU PCIe Lanes, and 14MB is the total L2 cache. It features UHD Graphics 770. The base frequency of the P-core and E-core is 3.40 GHz and 2.50 GHz, respectively.

Price and Availability:

It will be available from April 5, 2022 with starting base price of $739. You can find the model available at retailers worldwide as a boxed processor. The item is also available in systems from Intel's channel and OEM partners. Besides, it offers PCIe Gen 5.0 and 4.0 support. This new 12th Gen Intel Core is famous as one of the best for PC gaming.

Speech from Marcus Kennedy:

In a press release, he, general manager of Gaming, said that Intel had been pushing the envelope continuously for desktop gaming with the new 12th Gen Intel Core processor. Besides, he is also the Creator and Esports at Intel.

Score in different platforms:

You can't get to see reviews of the CPU until April 5th though a few leaked 3DMark performance is there. All credits go to HXL (@9550pro). As per his tweet, the model has scored 20263 on Time Spy; 44439 on Fire Strike; 9816 on Time Spy Extreme; 41525 on Fire Strike Ultra; 44497 on Fire Strike Extreme, etc. Therefore, relying on the scores, it will be around 8% in general or higher, but it depends on the benchmark suite.

The bottom line:

The processor supports almost all recent BIOS. This event will kick off on Twitch starting at 12 PM PT (3 PM ET). We hope you find the blog helpful.

Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad

The Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe comes with an AC adapter and a Quickstart guide. It offers quick charging for the Apple Watch Series 7 model. If you have iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models, it can provide a great charging experience.

You can charge the Apple Watch while it lies flat or in Nightstand mode. The pad allows you to charge iPhone 12 or newer, Apple Watch, and AirPods at a time.

Features of Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad:

Quick Charging Apple models:

It can offer up to 33% faster charging for the Apple Watch Series 7. Besides, the pad can provide a quick wireless charge for iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models.

It comes in a modern minimalist and lay-flat design, enabling you to go anywhere. The model can charge 0 to 80% quickly in about 45 minutes.

MagSafe Experience:

The charging pad features official MagSafe technology helping you to simplify the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 model charging experience. It offers a quicker charge of up to 15W.

Works in Nightstand Mode:

The apps allow you to lay Apple Watch flat. Besides, you can use it as an alarm clock in Nightstand mode. You can raise the charging module to work in either orientation.

Design:

Due to the modern minimalistic design, your device can have upgraded chrome finishes and soft-touch silicone details.

Easy to port:

It has a compact lay-flat design allowing you to put it into your bag and carry it with ease. The model enables you to charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods anywhere.

Compatible with MagSafe Cases:

You don't have to remove the case. Its official MagSafe cases can align magnetically to offer a quick wireless charge.

Clear Charging Status:

An LED light ensures that you have placed AirPods properly for charging.

Precision Dial:

The precision dial helps to manage the height. It is suitable for any Apple Watch with or without a case or bumper.

Magnets and wireless charging coil:

MagSafe indicates that a ring of magnets exists on the back of all iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models. Here, the ring works as the wireless charging coil. As soon as you attach a MagSafe charging pad to your device, the magnets ensure that the ring is properly aligned with the charger.

Compatibility:

iPhone Models:

• iPhone 13 Pro 
• iPhone 13 Pro Max 
• iPhone 13 mini 
• iPhone 13 
• iPhone 12 Pro 
• iPhone 12 Pro Max 
• iPhone 12 mini 
• iPhone 12 
• iPhone 11 Pro 
• iPhone 11 Pro Max 
• iPhone 11 
• iPhone SE (2nd generation)
• iPhone XS 
• iPhone XS Max 
• iPhone XR 
• iPhone X
• iPhone 8
• iPhone 8 Plus 

Apple Watch Models:

• Apple Watch Series 7 
• Apple Watch Series 6 
• Apple Watch SE 
• Apple Watch Series 5 
• Apple Watch Series 4 
• Apple Watch Series 3 
• Apple Watch Series 2 
• Apple Watch Series 1 

AirPods Models:

•  AirPods Pro 
• AirPods (3rd generation) 
• AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) 
• Wireless Charging Case for AirPods 

Pros:

• Charge in Nightstand mode 
• Flat and compact design 
• Modern minimalist design 
• Supports official MagSafe cases 
• LED light is available 
• Two-year warranty 
• 3rd Party of MagSafe Chargers

 Cons: 

• Expensive
  

Expensive The Bottom Line:

Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad is worth taking if you can afford the price. The model offers the quickest wireless charging speeds for the new Apple Watch and iPhone. It is a great choice for you when you sleep but have to charge up the Apple Watch to get through the night.

Charging the device for only ten minutes can offer good battery life for an eight-hour sleeping period. If you want to have a single-cable charging solution with quick charging, the model is an ideal option to use.

Google Pixel 7 Pro Leak

Google Pixel 7 Pro is a new Smartphone version with the Android 13 operating system. The release date is still not announced by Google, and therefore it is still not available. The mobile comes with three excellent cameras with 64 MP, 50 MP, and 12 MP, respectively.

Generally, Google used to reveal their flagship Pixel mobile devices in October, and it is expected that it won't change this year. However, it is still eight months to go as February is running only now.

You should know that the Google Pixel 6 lineup is still newly available in the market. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro versions were released some months ago, and a few details about the following upcoming models have also been leaked. However, our primary focus will be the upcoming Pixel 7 Pro and its design in this article.

Google Pixel 7 Pro Latest Upgrades:

This Pixel 7 Pro will have a few minor upgrades over the previous-gen Pixel 6 Pro. According to the leaked information, this upcoming version will be equipped with a thick camera strap, and it is located across ( horizontally) the top portion of the dual-tone rear side.

You can find a few minor design changes also. However, its camera module features quite the same as the Galaxy S22 series and the OnePlus 10 Pro.

Information Related To Display, Camera, And Others:

• It comes with an LTPO AMOLED display type. The display size indicates around an 89.9% display ratio to the mobile body. 1440 x 3120 Pixels is the display resolution of the mobile, and 19.5: 9 is the ratio. It means around 511 Pixels per inch. In this case, Corning Gorilla Glass is used as display protection. The screen offers a screen refresh rate of 144 Hz.
  

• You may see information about Google Pixel 7 Pro leak as Steve Hemmerstoffer has shown off renders of the upcoming Google Pixel 7 Pro version. He is a notable tech leaker who has a remarkable track record. You will find a version similar to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro when it comes to design. Users can see the same extended camera bar that wraps around the mobile's backside, and there is also a camera flash on the right side. The mobile dimension is 164.8 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm, whereas the weight is 209 grams. 
• It supports Nano-SIM and eSIM. The front glass is made of Corning Gorilla Victus, and the back part of the glass is Corning Gorilla Victus, along with an aluminum frame. It is available in White, black, and other different colors.

• You can see a slight curve available at the edges than the Pixel 6. Therefore, it will not stick out as much, which is similar to the Galaxy S21 FE. However, you can find the overall design equal to last year's Pixel phones. It has a depth of 11.2 mm. The Pixel 6 Pro comes in 163.9 × 75.9 × 8.9 mm dimension, whereas it is already provided by 164.8 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm.

Details about Pixel 7 Pro Design:

The mobile device's Display is between 6.7-6.8 inches, making it similar to the Pixel 6 Pro's screen of 6.7 inches. Now, Google has changed a few refinements on the flip side. The company has retained its dual-tone design, whereas the visor-like rear camera module is merged with the frame. It has some similarities to the Galaxy S21 series.

Information about the sensor:

Different sensors are available in the mobile, such as Footprint, acceleration, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, etc. In addition, it provides Ultra Wideband or UWB support. Google does not redesign the Pixel each year. Finding new curves on the 'visor' section will indicate that the existing Pixel 6 Pro cases will not work with the Pixel 7 Pro.

A report leaked the previous week revealed that 'Cheetah' and 'Panther' will be the codenames for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. However, we are still not sure which version has which codename.

Price:

The value of the mobile in Egypt is 14,100 Egyptian Pound whereas 3,370 SR in Saudi Arabia. 3,300 AED is the cost of the mobile in the UAE and India; it is 67,500 Indian Rupees. In Iraq, the amount is 1,312,400 Iraqi Dinar. It costs 770 Euros which is equal to 900 USD. The name of the two models is GLUOG and G7VOU.

360° View:

The images given by the mobile reveal the design than retailing Google Pixel 6 Pro. A single punch-hole selfie camera exists in the 6.7 to 6.8-inch curved Display. In addition, it comes with a high refresh OLED panel, which will be a challenge for Samsung's current flagship-like Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Additional features:

With dual stereo speakers and a USB Type-C charging port, you can find a SIM card tray on the left side. Besides, you can find here a power button and volume rockers. However, you can observe antenna bands on all four sides of the mobile. Three cameras include:

• A primary wide-angle camera. 
• A periscope telephoto camera. 
• An ultra-wide camera. It has a microphone unit also.

The bottom line:

Google Pixel 7 Pro is one of the best Android mobiles available in the year. It is expected that the mobile can compete with Apple's iPhone 14 series and Samsung's Galaxy S22 series.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Q. Does Google Pixel 7 Pro offer a fingerprint sensor?

No, the mobile version does not provide any fingerprint sensor.

• Q. What are the best alternatives available for the version in the market?

Apple iPhone 13 Mini, OnePlus 9 Pro, Apple iPhone 12 Mini, Apple iPhone X, Vivo X60 Pro Plus, Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus, Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G, Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus are the name of the best alternatives available in the market.

• Q. What are different color options available for it?

The different colors available for the mobile are White, Just Black, Oh So Orange.