According to a tipster on X, Huawei is working on next-generation Taishan cores that are more powerful and energy-efficient than ever before. The Taishan cores are said to be used in Huawei's upcoming CPU architecture and will serve as the power-efficient cores.
The new cores allegedly have lower power consumption, while outperforming the Kirin 9000s' Cortex-A510 cores.
The tipster claims Huawei's upcoming Taishan V130 architecture will aim to compete with Apple's M3 chip and be based on the 5nm manufacturing node.
If true, this is a big breakthrough for the company, which was...
About half of Apple's keynote at its Worldwide Developers Conference earlier this month was devoted to AI features, and how the company will weave them across the upcoming iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. And if you're in the EU, none of that matters because Apple has decided not to bring the Apple Intelligence (get it? AI!) feature set to iPhones and iPads in the EU.
That's because of "uncertainties" regarding the EU's Digital Markets Act which came into being in March and already forced a bunch of concessions from Apple. The European Commission's Executive Vice-President for a Europe fit for the...
Framer is a Dutch company that has been making waves in the web design industry since its inception in 2015. Initially focused on high-fidelity design and prototyping, Framer has evolved to become a comprehensive platform that bridges the gap between design and development.
With its AI website builder, Framer is redefining the way websites are created and published. By simply providing a text prompt, users can generate responsive web pages in a matter of seconds. AI creates unique combinations of layout, copy, and styling for each page of the website, which can be further customized to suit individual preferences. Framer also offers a wide range of theme options, allowing users to mix and match display fonts, text fonts, and color palettes to create a cohesive look.
Being a design-first platform, Framer’s features rival those of platforms like Webflow and Editor X, making it a great choice for those looking for advanced customizability. We like how the AI-powered copywriter adjusts to your unique brand voice, plus the free templates and domains are a nice addition to an already robust platform.
However, Framer may have a steeper learning curve compared to some of the other best website builders on the market thanks to its advanced feature set, meaning that you’d have to be familiar with at least the basic principles of web design to take advantage of the platform fully. This platform is also pricier than most AI-powered website builders, which, although reasonable, may still be inaccessible for freelancers and solopreneurs.
Ultimately, Framer is an already powerful and innovative tool that further simplifies the web design process by integrating AI technology. Its ability to generate responsive websites quickly and efficiently is impressive, plus the built-in copywriting and localization features are good nice-to-haves. While it may not be the perfect solution for every project or team, Framer is definitely worth considering for those looking to streamline their web design workflow without losing creative freedom.
Framer plans and pricing
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Framer offers both a free website builder plan and several tiers of paid plans to offer incremental features while keeping things accessible. Apart from the core plans, which are priced per website, Framer also offers workspace plans that enable collaboration between design teams.
The free plan, known as the "Free Forever" tier, is ideal for those looking to create simple, hobby-oriented sites. This plan includes access to a Framer subdomain and banner, making it easy for users to get started with the platform. However, the free plan does have some limitations, such as a cap of 1,000 monthly visitors and 1,000 CMS items.
For those seeking more advanced features and greater customization options, Framer offers several paid website plans. The Mini plan, priced at $5 per site per month (if paid annually), is perfect for creating simple sites with custom domains. It supports up to 1,000 visitors per month and includes home and 404 pages. The Basic plan, at $15 per site per month, is suitable for personal sites. It allows for up to 150 pages, password protection, one CMS collection, and 10,000 monthly visitors. This plan also includes custom code embedding and e-commerce integration.
For larger sites, the Pro plan, at $25 per site per month, offers even more features. Users can create up to 300 pages, access analytics and cookies, utilize a staging environment, and manage up to 10 CMS collections. The Pro plan supports 200,000 monthly visitors and includes 300-page search functionality.
Framer also provides Enterprise plans with custom pricing for organizations with specific requirements. These plans offer enterprise-level security, custom hosting, uptime guarantees, dedicated infrastructure, launch support, and SSO for sites.
Workspace plans range from the free plan for tiny teams to the Pro plan at $37 per editor per month, which includes advanced permissions, comments, and increased storage. While it may be more expensive than most other website builders out there, we think Framer’s advanced customization features and the AI-powered design system make it more than worth investing in.
Framer AI website builder features
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With its built-in CMS, localization features, custom animations, and collaborative workspace, Framer is definitely one of the more feature-rich website builders we’ve reviewed in this category. Here’s an overview of the best bits:
AI website generation
Framer lets you create professional websites in mere seconds with its AI web page generator. By simply providing a text prompt with your desired specifications, you can create tailored web pages, complete with copy, images, and styling.
Manual customization
Framer offers a wide range of customization options, enabling users to fine-tune their AI-generated designs. From adjusting fonts and color palettes to modifying individual sections, Framer provides the flexibility to ensure your website aligns with your brand identity.
CMS and localization
Framer's built-in Content Management System (CMS) simplifies content creation and organization. Additionally, AI-powered localization allows users to effortlessly create multilingual websites, adapting content to suit different audiences and regions.
Advanced design options
Framer automatically generates responsive designs that adapt to various screen sizes and devices. It also offers a range of animation and effects options, allowing users to create engaging, interactive experiences without writing complex code.
Site management
Framer supports team collaboration, offering features like live collaboration, comments, and version control. Its comprehensive site management tools, including staging environments, password protection, and custom domains, ensure a smooth workflow from design to deployment.
Framer AI website builder: Setup
When using Framer for the first time, you can choose to start from scratch or select from a wide range of pre-designed templates. Templates serve as a foundation for the website, which can be further customized to suit their specific needs and preferences. After that, you can select a theme, color palette, and font combination to fine-tune your brand identity.
Unlike most AI website builders, Framer does not let you generate entire websites with a single prompt. Instead, you have to direct the AI to generate each page of your Framer website separately, using prompts to describe exactly how you want the page to turn out. Once the AI has done its part, you can easily add, remove, or rearrange elements for the best results.
Framer also offers advanced design features like animations, transitions, and interactive elements, allowing users to create engaging and dynamic websites without any coding knowledge. All your progress is saved automatically as you edit, with full version control, making sure that your changes are never lost.
You can also create separate staging environments, enable password protection, and integrate a custom domain before publishing your website. With regular updates and improvements, Framer ensures that your website remains secure, up-to-date, and aligned with the latest web design trends and best practices.
Framer’s onboarding flow is one of the most intuitive we’ve seen. It uses a combination of tooltips and interactive video tutorials to get you up to speed on the latest features as you design your website. There are ample resources, including a library full of video guides, in case you ever feel lost.
Framer help and support
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Framer offers multiple channels for customer support, though the quality and responsiveness seem to vary based on user reviews. Primary support avenues include a community forum, a knowledge base with FAQs, a contact form for account and billing questions, and Discord.
While the website highlights Framer’s community as a place to "get help and friendly support", users have expressed frustration with the lack of official support, slow response times, and having to rely mostly on other community members for answers. Some also claim that documentation and tutorials lack depth for troubleshooting more complex issues.
Despite the support challenges, Framer maintains a 4.4/5 rating on Capterra, with many customers finding immense value in the product itself. While it’s true that Framer could improve its direct customer support, it does provide self-service and community-driven options that allow many users to find the help they need. Plus, enterprise plans come with their own dedicated support infrastructure for large businesses.
Framer website builder review: Summary
AI-powered website generators are often blamed for building bland and uninspired websites that don’t necessarily match the specifications of the designer. Framer solves this problem by using the AI to generate individual pages based on user prompts, rather than the entire website all at once. We think that it works, plus you can always customize the end result to your liking using a bevy of advanced features.
Overall, we like Framer as an AI website builder. While it may not be overreliant on AI like some of the other platforms out there, we think this actually works in its favor to generate more accurate results. While the learning curve attached to this platform is a bit of an upfront investment, users who want to build good-looking and functional websites based on advanced design concepts will find themselves amply rewarded here.
YouTube announced a few new features for its Premium subscribers. The new features are available for Android users in the US and will expand to those on iOS in the coming weeks.
These include a new Jump ahead button which automatically skips to the most interesting part of the video you’re watching. It incorporates AI and viewership data and will appear if you double-tap on a video.
YouTube Shorts are getting a Picture-in-picture (PiP) mode allowing you to watch content while multitasking.
YouTube also shared its latest experimental features which you can...
YouTube announced a few new features for its Premium subscribers. The new features are available for Android users in the US and will expand to those on iOS in the coming weeks.
These include a new Jump ahead button which automatically skips to the most interesting part of the video you’re watching. It incorporates AI and viewership data and will appear if you double-tap on a video.
YouTube Shorts are getting a Picture-in-picture (PiP) mode allowing you to watch content while multitasking.
YouTube also shared its latest experimental features which you can...
The Hisense U7N is a budget to mid-range mini-LED TV that delivers much for your money. It covers all the bases and performs well for gaming and movies, making it a versatile TV choice.
Picture quality on the Hisense U7N is generally good with whatever is thrown its way. Colors are vivid and punchy, black levels and contrast are rich and details and textures are as refined as on more premium TVs. Motion handling can be a little inconsistent, but fast-paced sources such as sport are generally well-handled. There is backlight blooming and you’ll have to do some tweaking to get the most accurate picture, but the U7N is still an overall great performer, even if it doesn’t beat the best TVs.
the U7N's sound quality isn’t the most impressive, with a limited soundstage and surround effects that are extremely difficult to hear despite Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. But, the U7N provides clear dialogue and meaty bass, along with directional sound that closely follows the picture on the screen. Its performance may be good enough for some, but one of the best soundbars is recommended.
The U7N is well-equipped for gaming, with features including 4K 120Hz, 144Hz support for PC gaming, VRR including AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and Dolby Vision gaming. Performance is impressive, with smooth gameplay and crisp graphics. The only drawback is the TV’s two HDMI 2.1 ports as opposed to the four we typically expect from the best gaming TVs.
The Hisense U7N’s design and VIDAA smart TV platform (Google TV in the US) are on the plain side, but both are serviceable and functional. There are plenty of picture settings to experiment with – a good thing because the U7N requires adjustment for best performance. It also features the live TV streaming service Freely, which is a breath of fresh air for UK viewers.
It may not be the ultimate TV, but the U7N is the epitome of a high-value TV – more so in the US and Australia since UK prices are higher. Compared to rivals, the U7N's smart and gaming features and picture performance make it a bargain.
The Hisense U7N great contrast makes dusk and night scenes look good (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Prices & release date
Release date: April 2024
55-inch price: $799 / £1,299 / AU$1,599
65-inch price: $999 / £1,599 / AU$2,299
75-inch price: $1,499 / £1,899 / AU$2,999
85-inch price: $2,030 / £2,799 / AU$3,999
The Hisense U7N is the mid-range model in its mini-LED TV lineup, sitting above the U6N and below the U8N, flagship U9N and massive UX (sized at 98- and 100-inch) models. It comes in 55, 65, 75 and 85-inch sizes, though it’s worth noting the 85-inch model is not available in the UK.
We’re already seeing huge discounts on the U7N only a couple of months after release, particularly in the US where you can buy the 65-inch model (the size we tested) for $799. Whether this discount is permanent is unclear, but it’s likely the U7N will receive big discounts around Black Friday.
Hisense U7N review: Specs
Hisense U7N review: Benchmark results
The Hisense U7N's bold colors make it look more premium than its price would indicate (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Features
Dolby Vision and HDR10+ high dynamic range support
144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision gaming
VIDAA/Google TV smart TV platform
The U7N uses what Hisense calls ‘Mini-LED PRO’, which is mini-LED tech combined with full-array local dimming. It supports the Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG high dynamic range formats and is IMAX Enhanced certified.
For gaming, the U7N has two HDMI 2.1 ports that support 4K 120Hz (with up to 144Hz refresh rate), VRR including AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia GSync, ALLM, and Dolby Vision and HDR10+ gaming. It also features Hisense’s Game Bar, which can adjust gaming settings such as Dark Detail.
The U7N has a 2.1-channel speaker array and supports both the Dolby Atmos and DTS:X soundtrack formats. It features several different preset sound modes including Standard and Movie plus an Enhanced (ACR) mode that uses viewing data (with permission) to enhance sound based on your viewing habits.
Two different smart TV platforms are used for the Hisense U7N: Google TV in the US and Hisense’s own VIDAA platform in the UK. Both have access to all the major apps including Netflix, Disney Plus and Prime Video. In the UK, the U7N hosts Freely, a live TV streaming service backed by BBC, ITV and Channels 4 and 5, which enables live TV viewing without an aerial or satellite dish. Freely is also where UK viewers can find BBC iPlayer, ITVX and other UK-based catch-up services. In the US, the U7N features an ATSC 3.0 tuner for broadcast TV.
The U7N’s design is on the basic side, with a black, plastic central stand attached to two metal feet on the 65-inch model I tested. Materials-wise, it has a silver-toned metal frame with a trim, but slightly deep bezel. It also has a slim, black remote that can be charged using its front solar panel or USB-C port.
Features score: 4.5/5
The Hisense U7N has refined textures and detail (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Picture quality
Bold, colorful picture
Well-defined details and textures
Picture requires adjustment
Starting off with measurements, the U7N in its default Standard and Filmmaker Mode settings yielded peak brightness results of 807 nits and 1074 nits, respectively, on a 10% HDR white window test pattern. Those numbers are lower than what we’ve measured from more premium mini-LEDs such as the Sony Bravia 9, which hit 2,280 nits peak HDR brightness in Standard mode.
I did find that some adjustments improved brightness – setting Local Dimming to High and turning off Dynamic Contrast, for instance. With those settings, the U7N measured 1,256 nits in Standard mode.
This was a common theme with the U7N – some picture settings needed to be adjusted to improve its performance. Before conducting my subjective tests, I found setting Local Dimming to High added more detail and contrast, and turning off Super Resolution removed the U7N’s oversharpened look, which it even displayed in Filmmaker Mode.
After cycling through different picture presets, I established that Filmmaker Mode was the most accurate, but the brighter Standard mode better suited some TV shows and movies.
When watching broadcast TV, lower-resolution TV shows had fuzzy textures. HD pictures, on the other hand, looked good, with solid color and detail. One thing to note for UK viewers, lower-resolution TV shows streamed through Freely actually improved picture quality over broadcast TV, giving them a similar look to HD.
Moving onto 4K, I first streamed Star Wars: The Last Jedi in Dolby Vision on Disney Plus. This activated the set's Dolby Vision picture modes, including Dolby Vision IQ. Colors were bold but natural, with the throne room fight scene featuring vivid, though not oversaturated reds. HDR highlights including lasers from blasters and other lightsabers also had a dazzling sheen.
The Hisense U7N’s strong color performance was confirmed by my measurements of its UHDA-P3 and BT.2020 color gamut coverage, which was 95.5% and 75.4% respectively – both excellent results for a budget mini-LED TV. Color accuracy measurements 1.75, another fantastic result.
I next watched the Spears & Munsil UHD Benchmark 4K Blu-ray’s demo footage section. The U7N looked very good across the board, showing dynamic and vibrant colors in bright landscapes and animal shots, and excellent black depth when full black backgrounds were displayed. Contrast was also excellent in a shot of bright white city lights against a night sky. Details and textures looked accurate and refined, although they were not as good as what I’d seen on more premium mini-LED sets such as the Sony X95L.
The Hisense U7N has very good contrast (Image credit: Future)
I next watched The Batman (also in Dolby Vision), a disc I find to be a great test for black levels and shadow detail. The U7N demonstrated good backlight control, with only minimal blooming in a scene where Batman walks down a dim hallway illuminated by bright lamps.
Black levels and contrast were rich with brilliant shadow detail in the opening crime scene investigation, though there was some black crush before I set Local Dimming to High. After that, facial features and objects such as Batman’s intricate suit looked true-to-life and realistic.
For motion testing, I used a combination of movies on 4K Blu-ray and sports. Beginning with an HD stream of a soccer game, the U7N did a credible job, though setting the motion preset to Standard or Smooth allowed the match to flow better and greatly reduced motion blur.
Watching Top Gun: Maverick’s opening Darkstar testing sequence and training mission, the U7N did a decent job handling the fast panning camera sequences and weaving jets, though there was occasional judder. Also, viewing the race in Ready Player One, the U7N did a good job handling the chaotic action and free-flowing camera, again with only minimal judder.
While I was impressed with the U7N’s picture, I noted contrast fade and more obvious backlight blooming when viewing off-axis. Also, while some of its preset modes, such as Filmmaker, are good, others require a lot more tweaking. Frustratingly, the Dolby Vision IQ preset sets motion smoothing to the overly aggressive Standard setting, making adjustments necessary.
The Hisense U7N isn’t going to beat the likes of the OLED-rivalling Sony Bravia 9 anytime soon, but for what you pay, the picture punches above its weight.
Picture quality score: 4/5
The Hisense U7N's sound quality was credible, but limited with movies such as La La Land(Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Sound quality
Clear dialogue
Good directional sound
Lacking soundstage and virtual surround
With a 2.1-channel speaker array totaling 40W of power, the Hisense U7N can’t rival the best TVs for sound such as the Panasonic MZ2000 or Sony A80L. It does deliver in some areas, such as dialogue and directional sound, but is lacking in others. If you're looking for great audio with the U7N, I’d consider adding one of the best soundbars.
Watching the batmobile chase scene from The Batman, the U7N demonstrated clear speech even during moments of loud explosions and crunching metal with its Theater preset sound mode active. Directional sounds were also captured well by the U7N, with each sound effect connected to the action on screen, and it had somewhat weighty bass. Dolby Atmos effects in this scene such as thrashing rain were barely audible over the other sounds, however, and the soundstage was limited, with everything very much contained to the screen itself.
Moving to La La Land, it was a similar story. The horn-heavy jazz score was well handled and never distorted even at higher volumes. Vocals came through nice and clear and warmer instruments such as double bass and drums sat nicely in the mix. However, the limited soundstage didn’t allow instruments to breathe.
Sound quality score: 3.5/5
The Hisense U7N's stand (65-inch pictured) is easy to assemble (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Design
Trim bezel
Easy to assemble stand
Solar-powered remote control
The Hisense U7N has a plain but solid design. Its rear panel is made of a thick but cheaper feeling plastic, though a solid silver frame gives it a more premium look.
The U7N’s bezel is trim enough and allows the picture to take up the majority of the screen, though it’s not as trim as you’d find on more premium TVs. Its two reassuringly weighty metal feet connect to a plastic stand by simply slotting into place. This is one of the easier stand assemblies I’ve seen. It does feel a little cheap – not surprising given the U7N’s budget price.
Hisense’s supplied remote for the U7N feels more premium than expected. It features a solar panel on the front and a USB-C charging point on the bottom, eliminating the need for batteries. Although the solar panel is a welcome addition, it gives the remote a bottom-heavy feel.
Design score: 4/5
Hisense uses VIDAA as its smart TV platform in the UK (home menu pictured) (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Smart TV & menus
Google TV (US), VIDAA (UK & Australia)
Good selection of picture settings
Sometimes stuttering performance
The U7N’s smart TV platform varies depending on the region. Since I’m based in the UK, I will be discussing Hisense’s own smart TV platform, VIDAA. For US readers, the Hisense U7N uses Google TV, which is also featured on the Hisense U8K and Sony Bravia 9 if you’d like to read up about it.
The VIDAA home menu is filled with recommendations from various apps; it’s a little cluttered, and this can affect scrolling speed on the home menu. Stuttering occurred at multiple points while navigating VIDAA, which lacked the smooth feel of other smart TV platforms such as LG’s web OS, Samsung’s Tizen and Google TV.
I appreciated VIDAA’s settings and menu layouts. It was very easy to find settings I was looking for and I was pleasantly surprised by how many picture adjustments were available. These turned out to be necessary, as simple changes to local dimming, motion smoothing, super-resolution, dynamic contrast and other settings transformed the U7N’s picture completely.
VIDAA provides access to all major streaming apps including Netflix, Disney Plus, and Prime Video. Hisense TVs also host Freely, a live TV streaming service that lets viewers watch a range of live TV shows without any need to connect to an aerial or satellite dish and provides access to UK-based streaming apps including BBC iPlayer, ITVX and more.
Smart TV & menus score: 4/5
Similar to TVs from LG, Samsung and Panasonic, the Hisense U7N features a Game Bar for gaming settings (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Gaming
4K 120Hz and 144Hz refresh rate support
13.1ms input lag
Only two HDMI 2.1 ports
The U7N has plenty of gaming features on offer , including a 4K 120Hz (even up to 144Hz) refresh rate, Dolby Vision gaming, VRR including AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia GSync, and ALLM. This list of features lets the U7N easily compete with the best gaming TVs. Hisense’s Game Bar also allows for settings such as Dark Detail and FPS Viewing to be tweaked during gaming.
Unlike other TVs that feature dedicated Game picture modes, the U7N’s Game Mode works in tandem with its main picture preset settings, providing freedom to customize the picture during gameplay. Annoyingly, it leaves motion smoothing settings switched on, so it’s important to turn those off during gaming.
the U7N's gaming performance was very good. Playing Battlefield V on Xbox Series X, motion was smooth, with quick camera cuts to switch between targets and landscape panning shots all feeling seamless and free-flowing with no judder or stutter. The U7N also did a great job with Battlefield, displaying plenty of intricate details on objects such as weapons and landscapes and showing the same rich contrast and bold colors as with movies.
The U7N’s measured input lag was 13.1ms. A result below 15ms is what gamers generally look for, so this will be fine for the majority of users.
Unfortunately, the U7N only has two HDMI 2.1 ports, with the other two HDMI 2.0 ports capped at 60Hz with no gaming features supported.
Gaming score: 4.5/5
The Hisense U7N's supplied remote is sleek and eco-friendly, but a little bottom-heavy (Image credit: Future)
Hisense U7N review: Value
Excellent value (in the US)
Cheaper than many rivals
Crowded mini-LED TV market
Although the U7N generally represents good value, it is a significantly better value in the US. The 65-inch model I tested dropped as low as $799 since launch, which for a TV with this many features and this picture quality level is simply phenomenal. Rival sets such as the Samsung QN85D are priced at $1,699 for a 65-inch model, while premium mini-LED options such as the Sony Bravia 9 cost $2,999 for the same screen size.
In the UK, the margin is somewhat narrowed, though the U7N is still priced cheaper than many of its rivals. The 65-inch U7N currently sits at £1,599, while the Samsung QN85D is priced at £2,099 and OLED options like the LG B4 are priced at £1,699 in a 65-inch size. So even though the U7N is still cheaper and provides plenty of features, you’re not quite getting the same bang for your buck as in the US.
But wherever you are, it is hard to argue just how many bases the Hisense U7N covers at the price it does, with its great overall picture quality, stacks of gaming features and good smart TV platform. With the money you save with the U7N, you can add a Dolby Atmos soundbar, such as the brilliant Hisense AX5125H.
Value score: 4.5/5
The Hisense U7N accurately displays bold, bright colors such as those in the La La Land logo (Image credit: Future)
Should I buy the Hisense U7N?
Buy it if...
You want great picture quality The U7N delivers dynamic pictures for both movies and gaming that look more premium than the price you pay.
You want a TV for gaming 4K 120Hz, 144Hz, VRR, and Dolby Vision gaming are just some of the features the U7N offers that make it ideal for PS5 and Xbox Series X
You want real value from your TV The U7N offers similar features and performance to rival sets from Samsung and Sony but has a lower price tag.
Don't buy it if...
You don't want to adjust picture settings To get the best out of the U7N, setup is required, and that involves digging into the nitty gritty of its picture settings.
You want the perfect picture Like a lot of mini-LED TVs, the U7N suffers from backlight blooming. To avoid this, you'll have to fork out more for premium mini-LED or OLED TV.
You need the best built-in sound It may be adequate for most, but the U7N's sound feels limited and contained. Want better TV sound? Look to Sony.
Also consider...
Samsung QN85D The Samsung QN85D is arguably the U7N's closest competitor, offering similar features and performance. Pictures appear more natural and Tizen is a better smart TV platform, but you'll be paying a lot more and the gap is tough to justify. We are currently testing this TV and will have a full review live soon.
Hisense U6N The step-down model from the U7N, the U6N doesn't offer the same level of features or picture performance. It is cheaper than the U7N, however, and the performance it gives for the price is admirable. We are currently testing this TV and will have a full review live soon.
Samsung QN90D The Samsung QN90D is a more premium mini-LED option when compared to the U7N. Although it's pricier, you'll no doubt be getting better picture performance, especially for daytime sports viewing. There isn't much between them in terms of gaming features, so it does come down to picture vs price.
Measurements taken using Calman calibration software
Tested using both SDR and HDR sources
My first step in testing the U7N was casual viewing to establish the most accurate out-of-the-box picture preset using a variety of sources such as broadcast TV and DVD, 4K Blu-ray and 4K streaming.
I then used several reference scenes from various movies, TV shows and sports streams to judge the U7N on picture criteria including contrast, color, black levels, motion handling and upscaling. I also tested it built-in sound quality for speech, bass, virtual surround sound processing and directional sound.
To test the U7N's gaming performance, I used an Xbox Series X console, primarily playing Battlefield V.
Moving onto objective testing, I analyzed the U7N's SDR and HDR brightness, HDR color gamut coverage (both UHDA-P3 and BT.2020) and grayscale and color accuracy. For this, I used a test pattern generator and colorimeter, recording the results with Portrait Displays' Calman calibration software.
I also measured the U7N's input lag in milliseconds using a Leo Bodnar 4K HDMI Input lag tester while the U7N was in Game mode.
Following on its display reveal yesterday, today Nothing has officially confirmed that the upcoming CMF Phone 1 will use the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC just as previously rumored. This supports Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, and 5G.
The phone will also come with up to 8GB of RAM, but keep in mind that the base model is rumored to sport just 6GB.
To mark day two of the teaser campaign, Nothing has released a video showing Zack from the JerryRigEverything YouTube channel and the device's mainboard, which is the next step in the (re-)assembly process following the addition of the screen...
According to a report by The Information, Apple is working on a way to ditch the adhesive strips that hold the iPhone battery in place. Apple will need to comply with EU regulations that require all phone batteries to be user-replaceable by 2025.
Currently, the battery is encased in foil and is attached to the phone via adhesive strips, which you pull to dislodge the battery.
Apple is reportedly working to move to a metal enclosure that will pop the battery out after receiving a small electrical jolt. The technology is reportedly called electrically induced adhesive debonding. Whether...
vivo unveiled the Pad3 Pro in March with the Dimensity 9300 SoC, and as promised, the brand introduced the vanilla model today. The vivo Pad3 has the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC at the helm with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. It runs OriginOS 4 on top of Android 14, but it's unclear how many Android version upgrades it will receive.
The vivo Pad3 is built around a 12.1" 144Hz LCD with a 2,800x1,968-pixel resolution and a 7:5 screen ratio. It has 600 nits peak brightness, covers the P3 gamut, and supports HDR10 and 1.07 billion colors. Additionally, the screen supports eye-friendly natural...
Apple commenced the global rollout of its Vision Pro headset. China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore are the first four markets outside of the US where users can purchase the Vision Pro. Apple is scheduled to expand Vision Pro availability to five additional markets in two weeks with the UK, France, Germany, Australia, and Canada.
Pricing for the base 256GB version starts at CNY 30,000 in China, HKD 28,000 in Hong Kong, JPY 600,000 in Japan, and SGD 5,300 in Singapore.
Apple Vision Pro global pricing
for the base 256GB unit
Price
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