GC Daily: Redmi EV Rumors, Squeezable Apple Pencil & More

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Hello,

Its mid-week already, and we have a bunch of interesting news updates in this edition of our newsletter from Xiaomi, Huawei, and even Apple.

🔥 Don’t miss out on the headlines from yesterday!

• Delivery times for Xiaomi’s EV could get better in the coming months. 😀
  
  We know Xiaomi’s SUV is the talk of the town over the past one week. But its not all hype as the company is also getting a significant amount of orders every day. So much so that the delivery times have extended to up to 7 months and people are ready to test drive the vehicle even at 3 AM!
  But there might be some respite on the way, as Xiaomi is all set to increase production to 10,000 units per month. A pretty impressive figure for a smartphone company pivoting into the complicated EV industry!
  

• Redmi’s next flagship could have 16GB of RAM! 🤯
  
  We recently learned that the Redmi Turbo 3 would likely feature the Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 processor. While that would have boosted the phone’s processing capabilities, a Geekbench listing of the upcoming device yesterday further revealed that the model could feature a whopping 16GB of RAM onboard!
  
  

• You could probably squeeze the next Apple Pencil for more features 🤨
  
  Remember the Edge Squeeze function (Active Edge) on the older Pixel models? The latest reports suggest the Apple Pencil 3 would have a similar “Squeeze“ gesture that would offer additional editing options.
  This would be a major upgrade over the existing Pencil 2 model, which only detects pressure on the tip, not the body.

• Google is finally deleting your data from incognito mode! 😖
  
  A privacy lawsuit has forced Google to purge billions of records containing personal information from over 136 million Chrome web browsers, including data from incognito mode. This settles a lawsuit that accused the search giant of illegal surveillance.
  

• $6 million iPhone fraud lands man in jail for four years! 🫠
  
  A US man who exploited Apple’s customer satisfaction policy using fake iPhones and iPads has been sentenced to over four years in prison. Zhiwei “Allen” Liao, along with his accomplices, ran a scheme that defrauded Apple of millions. Liao’s network imported counterfeit Apple products from China and attached genuine Apple serial numbers to them.
  It was actually a pretty smart fraud, but unsurprisingly, he and his team were eventually caught.
  
  

• Will there be a Redmi Car? 🚗
  
  I guess after seeing how people are going crazy over the Xiaomi EV, it was only a matter of time before someone asked if Redmi was entering the market, with a cheaper offering.
  Well, Redmi’s GM dismissed any plans for an affordable EV from the brand anytime soon, but urged fans to support the Xiaomi EV so that the brand becomes big enough to release more models.
  

• China moves a step ahead in AI - Alipay launches a comprehensive AI powered medical assistant 👩🏻‍⚕️
  
  AI is taking over every industry but in China, the adoption seems to be very quick. Alipay, one of the biggest tech giants in China, announced its comprehensive AI Medical Assistant yesterday. This innovative tool, uses AI large models and digital human technology, like virtual avatars, to change the way you meet your doctor and visit hospitals.
  

🗞️ More News in Tech

• Huawei’s official was reportedly banned from using the word “Far Ahead“, with a fine of ¥10,000 (~$1380) for each future mention.

• Is the Xiaomi 14 worth buying in India? We answer some key questions.

• Next-generation iPhones will Get Reception Boost as Apple integrates Anokiwave Technology.

• HyperOS vs. MIUI: 10 Things You Must Know.
  

💡 More Launches

Get ready to upgrade! Here’s what’s new and noteworthy in the world of consumer electronics and EVs:

• Realme 12x: A budget phone with impressive specs launched in India for just Rs 11,999 ($140).
  
  At this price, the phone offers competitive specs like a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC, a 6.72-inch 120Hz display, and a 5000mAh battery.

• Sony’s PS5 Slim makes it to India!
  
  The highly anticipated PlayStation 5 Slim (CFI-2000 model) carries a 54,990 INR price tag. This is for the base variant that includes a disc drive. On the other hand, the PS5 Slim Digital Edition is a cheaper variant that costs just 44,990 INR.

• DJI officially announces the Avata 2 Drone and Goggles 3 Flying Glasses, launches on April 11.
  
  The Avata 2 itself is a compact flyer, weighing in at just 458 grams and measuring 180 x 216 x 82mm. It features an impressive camera with a 1/1.3-inch 48MP F/2.8 CMOS sensor. Flight time varies depending on the control mode used.
  Traverse joystick mode offers an impressive 27 minutes, while switching to “M mode” (possibly manual mode or mixed reality FPV mode) brings the flight time down to 12–15 minutes.
  
  

🎥 Popular Reviews

• We go hands-on with the entry level 5G Killer, Realme 12X starting at just Rs. 11,999 (~$140).

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