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The Rabbit R1: Unveiling the AI Device Revolutionizing Phone Usage

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The Rabbit R1: Unveiling the AI Device Revolutionizing Phone Usage

Since its unveiling at CES 2024, the Rabbit R1 has garnered attention for its distinctive features and promises to revolutionize smartphone usage. Amid the hype, questions persist about its functionality and purpose, especially given the prevalence of smartphone apps. Let’s explore the Rabbit R1’s intricacies to understand its unique offerings.

What is Rabbit R1?

The Rabbit R1 is a $200 AI-powered device designed to simplify smartphone usage. Positioned as a solution for a hassle-free online experience, it aims to streamline tasks that typically require multiple apps. The device observes user interactions with smartphone apps, learning and replicating actions upon request. Whether booking an Uber or making a restaurant reservation, the R1 aims to perform various tasks with ease.

Strategic Partnership with Perplexity AI

In a strategic move, Rabbit has joined forces with Perplexity AI, an AI-powered chatbot and search engine. This collaboration strengthens the R1’s capabilities by integrating Perplexity AI’s Large Language Model (LLM) API. This integration ensures a broader knowledge base, enhancing the device’s accuracy and information retrieval capabilities. Users purchasing the R1 will also receive a complimentary year of Perplexity Pro.

Operational Mechanism

Diverging from conventional apps, the R1 functions as a companion device, working alongside the user’s smartphone rather than replacing it. After learning and mastering app interactions, the device replicates them in a cloud-based environment. Users access supported apps through the Rabbit Hole, a dedicated web portal facilitating connections to various services. Notable apps in the R1 ecosystem include Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Expedia, Uber, eBay, and Amazon. While English is currently supported, plans are underway to introduce additional language options.

Beyond App Capabilities

Setting itself apart from standard apps, the R1 distinguishes itself by consolidating services on a separate device, emphasizing a focused and distraction-free user experience. Loaded with essential smartphone features such as a SIM card slot, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, speakers, and a camera, the R1 extends beyond the capabilities of traditional apps. The device design prioritizes minimal distractions, offering a novel approach to streamline tasks efficiently.

Privacy Assurance

Rabbit underscores its commitment to user privacy with several measures. The R1 avoids storing user credentials, provides users control over service linking and unlinking, and allows data deletion at the user’s discretion. The absence of an “always listening mode” ensures privacy, and the far-field microphone activates only when the user presses the Push-To-Talk button. The rotating camera’s default position physically blocks the lens, enhancing user privacy.

In essence, the Rabbit R1 emerges as a pioneering device, redefining smartphone interactions by offering dedicated features, enhanced capabilities, and a privacy-focused approach.

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iQOO Z9s Pro Specifications

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September 2, 2024

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iQOO Z9s Pro Specifications

Design and Build

Dimensions:

Luxe Marble: 163.72 x 75.00 x 7.49 mm

Flamboyant Orange: 163.72 x 75.00 x 7.99 mm

Weight:

Luxe Marble: 185 g

Flamboyant Orange: 190 g

Back Material: Vegan Leather (Flamboyant Orange)

Colors Available: Luxe Marble, Flamboyant Orange

Build: Glass front, plastic frame, glass back (Luxe Marble), or vegan leather back (Flamboyant Orange)

SIM Type: Dual Nano-SIM (Dual Standby)

 

Display

Type: AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+

Size: 6.77 inches (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio)

Resolution: 2392 x 1080 pixels (~388 ppi density)

Refresh Rate: 120Hz

Brightness: 4500 nits (peak)

Protection: Schott Xensation glass

Touch Screen: Capacitive multi-touch

 

Performance

Chipset: Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm)

CPU: Octa-core (1×2.63 GHz Cortex-A715, 3×2.4 GHz Cortex-A715, 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)

GPU: Adreno 720

Operating System: Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14 (Up to 2 major Android upgrades)

 

Memory and Storage

RAM Options: 8GB, 12GB LPDDR5

Internal Storage Options: 128GB, 256GB UFS 3.1 (non-expandable)

 

Battery

Capacity: 5500 mAh (typical) / 5390 mAh (minimum)

Type: Li-Ion, non-removable

Charging: 80W wired fast charging (50% in 21 minutes), 7.5W reverse wired charging

 

Camera System

Rear Cameras:

Main: 50 MP Sony IMX883, f/1.79, OIS

Ultra Wide: 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ field of view

Features: LED flash, panorama, HDR

Video Recording: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p, gyro-EIS, OIS

Front Camera:

Single: 16 MP, f/2.45

Video Recording: 1080p@30fps

Photography Modes:

Rear: Photo, Portrait, Night, Video, 50 MP, Panorama, Ultra HD Document, Slo-mo, Time-lapse, Supermoon, Pro, Dual-view, Live Photo

Front: Photo, Portrait, Video, Dual-view, Live Photo

 

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot

Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP, LE

USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG supported

GPS: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

 

Network Support

2G GSM: 850/900/1800 MHz

3G WCDMA: B1/B5/B8

4G LTE (FDD): B1/B3/B5/B8/B28B

4G LTE (TDD): B38/B40/B41

5G: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28B/n40/n77/n78

 

Sensors

In-Display Fingerprint Sensor: Optical

Accelerometer: Yes

Gyroscope: Yes

Proximity Sensor: Yes

Ambient Light Sensor: Yes

E-Compass: Yes

 

Audio

Speakers: Stereo speakers

Audio Jack: No 3.5mm jack (USB Type-C audio)

 

Additional Information

Build Quality: IP54 rating for dust and water resistance

Country of Origin: India

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Infinix Zero 40 5G Specifications

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August 30, 2024

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Infinix Zero 40 5G Specifications

Design and Build

Dimensions: 164.31 x 74.47 x 7.9 mm

Colors: Rock Black, Moving Titanium, Violet Garden

Build: Curved-edge design with Gorilla Glass 5 protection (front and back)

Water and Dust Resistance: IP54 (Splash and Dust resistant)

Display

Type: Curved AMOLED, 1B colors

Size: 6.78 inches

Resolution: 1080 x 2436 pixels, (~388 ppi density)

Refresh Rate: 144Hz

Brightness: 1300 nits (peak)

Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5

 

Performance

Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra (6 nm)

CPU: Octa-core (1×3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3×3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU: Mali-G610 MC6

RAM: 12GB LPDDR5 + 12GB virtual RAM

Internal Storage: 256GB / 512GB UFS 3.1

Expandable Storage: No

Operating System: Android 14, XOS 14.5

 

Camera

Rear Camera:

Primary Sensor: 108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), OIS

Secondary Sensor: 50 MP, f/2.0, 120˚ (ultrawide)

Tertiary Sensor: 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)

Features: Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama, GoPro mode

Video Recording: 4K@60fps, 1080p@60/120fps

Front Camera:

Sensor: 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide)

Features: Dual-LED flash, HDR

Video Recording: 4K@60fps

 

Battery

Capacity: 5000mAh

Type: Li-Po, non-removable

Charging:

Wired: 45W fast charging

Wireless: 20W wireless charging

Reverse Wireless Charging: 10W

 

Connectivity

Network: 5G, 4G LTE, 3G, 2G

SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6E, dual-band

Bluetooth: 5.2, A2DP, LE

GPS: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

NFC: Yes

Infrared Port: Yes

USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Audio Jack: No

Other Features: JBL-tuned stereo speakers

 

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor: In-display, optical

Other Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass

 

Additional Features

Software Features:

  • GoPro Mode with Quik App integration
  • XOS features like Smart Panel, Peek Proof, and more

IR Blaster: Yes

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Infinix XPAD Specifications

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August 29, 2024

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Infinix XPAD Specifications

Design

Dimensions: 257.0 x 168.6 x 7.6 mm

Weight: 496 g

 

Display

Size: 11.0-inch FHD+ Bright Display

Resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels

Screen-to-Body Ratio: 83%

Type: IPS In-Cell LCD

Peak Brightness: 440 Cd/m²

Refresh Rate: 60Hz & 90Hz

Touch Sampling Rate: 120Hz & 180Hz

Contrast Ratio: 1500 (Typ)

PWM Frequency: 10KHz

Other Features: NTSC: 68% Min, 72% Typ

 

Platform

Processor: MediaTek Helio G99

CPU: Octa-core, Up to 2.2 GHz

GPU: ARM G57 MC2

Process: 6nm

Memory

RAM: 8GB + 8GB

Storage: 256GB

Expandable Storage: Up to 1TB via microSD

 

Operating System

OS: Powered by Android™ 14 with XOS 14

 

Camera

Rear Camera: 8MP (smartsens SC820CS.1/2.0 SENSOR, 4P lens, AF)

Aperture: 2.0±5%

Flash: Quad Rear Flash

Video Recording: 2k 30fps/1080p 30fps/720p 30fps

Front Camera: 8MP (FF)

Flash: Dual Front Flash

 

Battery

Capacity: 7000mAh

Charging: 18W

 

Connectivity

Network: 4G LTE (LTE variant only)

Wi-Fi: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band)

Bluetooth: 5.2

USB: Type-C with OTG

 

Audio

Speakers: 4-Speakers Stereo Sound System with Dolby ATMOS

Audio Jack: 3.5mm

 

Sensors & Tools

  • Face Unlock
  • G-Sensor
  • E-Compass
  • Gyroscope (by software)
  • Light Sensor
  • Proximity Sensor
  • No Fingerprint Sensor
  • No Motor
  • No SAR Sensor

Colors

  • Gray
  • Blue
  • Gold

 

Additional Features

Voice Assistant: Folax Voice Assistant with ChatGPT

Multi-Device Collaboration

 

Pricing and Availability

4GB RAM + 128GB Storage (Wi-Fi only): $132 (approximately ₦251,800)

8GB RAM + 256GB Storage (Wi-Fi + LTE): $149 (approximately ₦283,800)

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