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OnePlus 6T will not have a headphone jack

But promises more battery life

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Today, staunch Android users will adamantly proclaim that their favored brands started Apple’s “innovations” first. Even before, the debate raged on fruitlessly, regardless of its truth.

However, in today’s iPhone-infested world, Android phones are curiously adopting some of Apple’s unique features, too. Unfortunately, some of these shared features often irk both Apple and Android users. Besides the controversial notch, these include the removal of the celebrated 3.5mm audio port.

Since Apple’s decision to remove theirs, other phones have followed suit. Thankfully, a few brands have established themselves as bastions for the dying feature, as headlined by Samsung. Sadly, today, we wave goodbye to one of those stalwart defenders — OnePlus.

Through an interview with TechRadar, OnePlus founder Carl Pei confirmed his company’s tough decision to remove the jack. Despite previous defenses for the jack, he states that now is the right time to make that decision.

Pei claims that 59 percent of OnePlus users already own a wireless headset. He hopes that removing the port now will upset less than half of OnePlus’ market.

Additionally, Pei also claims that the decision allowed OnePlus to fit in more features. Across the industry, brands have always used the same reason to justify the jack’s removal. In OnePlus’ case, the first jack-less phone will flaunt more battery.

Speaking of phones, Pei does not name the OnePlus 6T directly. He only points to the brand’s next model. At this point, multiple leaks have already implied that this is the OnePlus 6T.

Curiously (or perhaps, not), OnePlus is also launching the new Bullets V2. Citing improvements over its predecessor, the new brand-exclusive earphones have switched to a USB Type-C cable from the 3.5mm standard. Timely coincidence or something else?

Regardless of their reasons, Pei and OnePlus will face significant backlash when their first jack-less phone launches.

(In fact, the OnePlus 6 previously bagged extra points on our list for best smartphones with a headphone jack. With the latest decision, that advantage has now been rescinded.)

SEE ALSO: OnePlus 6 review: 3 months later

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GIGABYTE to focus on end-to-end AI infrastructure, deployment at COMPUTEX 2026

Showcase to highlight how production AI is implemented, used on real-world scenarios

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GIGABYTE has announced its showcase for COMPUTEX 2026, centering on the theme “Future Landing.”

Moving away from conceptual AI training models, the company’s exhibit next month will focus strictly on the immediate implementation, scaling, and real-world operation of production AI infrastructure.

According to the company, the exhibit addresses a major industry shift: the transition of AI from development phases into large-scale inference and physical operation.

Visitors can expect an interactive breakdown of the AI infrastructure lifecycle, structured into three distinct zones: Ready, Deployable, and Happening.

The “Ready” phase highlights fully validated systems simulated at GAIFA (GIGABYTE AI Factory Accelerator), the company’s dedicated facility in Taiwan.

To demonstrate rapid scalability, the “Deployable” section will feature modular, prefabricated infrastructure units that integrate compute, cooling, and power, all managed via the proprietary GIGABYTE Pod Manager (GPM) software.

Lastly, the “Happening” zone will showcase live, practical applications of physical AI and localized healthcare inference. Attendees can observe a live “real-to-sim-to-real” automation pipeline showing how AI models move from virtual simulation into active robotic systems.

GIGABYTE will also demonstrate point-of-care medical AI running locally, including real-time polyp detection and bone marrow analysis.

In addition to the primary enterprise infrastructure booth (first floor), GIGABYTE will operate a secondary exhibit on the fourth floor.

This dedicated space will showcase edge and end-user applications, specifically highlighting its AI TOP series. This demonstrates how the company’s hardware scales down from massive data center architectures to deskside deployments.

The GIGABYTE booths can be visited from June 2 to 5, 2026 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center (Hall 1):

  • 1F K0802 (Enterprise)
  • 4F M0520 (Consumer)
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Lenovo launches global campaign with David Beckham

“Maximum David” global campaign to roll out across markets

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Lenovo has officially launched “Maximum David”, its latest global campaign featuring football icon David Beckham. Just two months ago, the electronics month announced its partnership with the Inter Miami CF co-owner.

The campaign showcases AI-driven technology, and how it elevates the creativity, performance, and impact of one of the most influential figures in sports and entertainment.

The timing couldn’t have been better, as it is just one month before the FIFA World Cup 2026. Lenovo, of course, is also the Official Technology Partner of both the men’s World Cup this year and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027.

The campaign will roll out across global markets in a mix of film, digital, social, retail, experiential, and event-based activations.

It will show how Lenovo technology supports Beckham’s initiatives across sport, business, travel, creativity, and everyday productivity.

Those stories will also be connected to the broader impact of AI across consumers, small businesses, enterprises, creators, and gamers.

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Xiaomi is making it easier for customers in the PH to shop

Xiaomi launches Mi.com online store

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Xiaomi has officially launched its Mi.com online store in the Philippines. This standalone website offers a more direct and centralized shopping experience, as Xiaomi has shifted away from third-party marketplaces.

The dedicated platform serves as a one-stop destination for the entire Xiaomi ecosystem. This includes the brand’s smartphones, smart home devices, and even the POCO lineup.

For instance, there’s the REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G, Xiaomi Smart Band 10, and Xiaomi Sound Party, among others.

The move marks a significant transition for Xiaomi’s consumers in the market. The brand mentioned wanting to deliver a smarter, more rewarding digital shopping experience tailored for Filipino consumers.

Moreover, customers do not have to worry about the presence of discount vouchers or a reward system, as the Mi.com website has these integrated. That way, customers will still find a great value for direct purchases.

Here’s a quick rundown of Xiaomi’s exclusive offers to celebrate the announcement of a standalone site:

  • Launch-Exclusive Vouchers: 10% off coupons on selected inventory, tiered discounts based on total purchase value
  • Daily Flash Sales: Two high-traffic windows are scheduled daily from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Enhanced Loyalty Rewards: new Xiaomi Account sign-ups receive 50 Mi Points (1 Mi Point = PhP 1); during launch window, all purchases earn double points, which can be redeemed for future cashbacks
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