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Huawei unveils a new MatePad, Band 10, and FreeArc
Together with the Mate XT
Okay, be honest. Your eyes are probably on the Mate XT right now. Who wouldn’t? After the longest wait, Huawei has finally launched the world’s first tri-fold smartphone. However, if you can pry your eyes away from this marvel for a second, the Chinese brand also launch three new devices into its expanding ecosystem.
Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2-inch 2025
Not to be mistaken for the old MatePad Pro 13.2”, the new (and officially named) MatePad Pro 13.2-inch 2025 brings the modern iteration of Huawei’s tablets into a larger form factor.
Last year, the MatePad Pro 12.2” brought a new brand of productivity to Huawei’s ecosystem. Now, with a larger screen, the MatePad Pro 13.2-inch 2025 can do more. Like its contemporary, the new tablet has a Flexible OLED PaperMatte Display, albeit with a larger 13.2-inch size. The screen is capable of displaying up to 1,000nits of brightness and at 2.8K resolution.
Inside, the tablet comes with PC-level WPS Office for an exclusive productivity suite. It also feature compatibility with keyboard and mouse interactions through the suite. The tablet will also come with the standard gallery of Huawei-exclusive apps including Notes and GoPaint.
Finally, the MatePad Pro 13.2-inch 2025 comes with a 10,100mAh battery. It is also compatible with Huawei SuperCharge, charging in just 65 minutes from an empty battery.
Huawei FreeArc
In the wearable space, Huawei is redefining its TWS earbuds. While you might already know about the usual FreeBuds, the unusual FreeArc will surely catch your eye.
The new FreeArc is Huawei’s first TWS earbuds with earhooks. The curved form factor can fit seamlessly inside the user’s ears, achieving maximum comfort without the plugged-in sensation of in-ear devices. The new product uses Huawei’s iconic C-Bridge Design while using 0.7mm nickel-titanium shape memory alloy, all supported y comfortable liquid silicone.
For performance, the FreeArc uses a 17x12mm high-sensitivity driver unit, symmetrical acoustic structure, dynamic bass algorithm, and Adaptive Equal-loudness Algorithm. With an IP57 rating, the device is able to withstand normal wear and tear from hard use.
Huawei Band 10
Today, Huawei is upgrading the Huawei Band series with a tenth iteration. The Huawei Band 10 touts itself as the thinnest fitness band (only 8.99mm in thickness) for all-day comfort. It also tracks a plethora of metrics to keep you updated with what makes you tick. It has 100 workout modes available out of the box.
For one, the Enhanced Sleep Health Assistant analyzes your sleep patterns to effectively recommend ways to maximize your sleep. Secondly, the Emotional Wellbeing Assistant monitors your physiology in real-time, made extra cute with an interactive Pet Panda watch face.
Price, availability
The Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2-inch 2025 starts at EUR 1,049 (approximately US$ 1,098). The PaperMatte version starts at EUR 1,199 (approximately US$ 1,254).
The Huawei FreeArc starts at EUR 119 (approximately US$ 125). It is available in black, green, and gray.
Finally, the Huawei Band 10 is available in black, white, green, blue, and purple.
Apps
Disney+ launches a TikTok-coded vertical feed called Verts
TikTok has changed how we consume media. Everything is now vertical. Even the most established streaming services, often a bastion for traditionally horizontal content, is adopting the different format. Now, Disney+ is getting a vertical feed called Verts.
Like its contemporaries, Verts presents a continuous feed of content but tailored to show the plethora of titles from the Disney+ library. This might include the first scenes of shows or notable highlights. The hope, of course, is to direct users to the longform content.
Directly from the Verts feed, users can easily add the respective title to their watchlist or go straight to the title’s page. In turn, the feed is accessible from the homepage since it has its own tab.
According to Disney, early experiments with the feature have driven engagement to available content. Right now, the feed is mostly for clipping enticing content from shows. However, the platform will experiment further with the format for new ways to tell stories.
Though Verts surely stands for “verticals” in this case, “adverts” might fit better as its full government name. Still, it might be a useful tool if you’re figuring out what to watch for the night.
Currently, Verts is available for Disney+ subscribers in the United States. Disney also has plans to expand the feature to ESPN for sports-related content.
SEE ALSO: Live NBA action on Disney Plus now available in the Philippines
Some of today’s navigation apps are living in the future. Instead of a two-dimensional map, these apps render the user’s surroundings in 3D. It’s a nifty upgrade that helps drivers more accurately visualize directions on the fly. Finally, Google Maps is getting a much-needed upgrade and will take navigation to the third dimension.
In a new update rolling out today, the new Immersive Navigation feature will bring your surroundings to life. The 3D view creates a render of the surrounding buildings, overpasses, and terrain around the car. It takes the guesswork out of navigation by showing precisely where to turn and what landmarks to look out for.
In the same vein, you can now use Street View to preview your destination before you arrive. Google Maps will also highlight your destination’s entrance, side of the street, and nearby parking.
Outside of how the map is visualized, Google Maps is also infusing its service with Gemini. The new Ask Maps feature will let you engage with the app in a conversational manner. For example, if you’re in the middle of a long drive, you can now ask Maps where the best place is to stop over and have a coffee break. Ask Maps will provide directions, a potential itinerary, and even helpful links to book a reservation ahead of time.
Now, availability for both of these features is still a bit limited. Immersive View is rolling out today to compatible devices and vehicles in the United States. Further, availability will expand over the coming months.
Meanwhile, Ask Maps is available now in the United States and India for Android and iOS. A desktop version is coming soon.
SEE ALSO: Google Maps is finally getting a power saving mode
Entertainment
KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel
Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans will return to write and direct.
This feels like a formality at this point. Netflix and Sony have officially confirmed that KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel.
If you feel like you’ve read this exact title before, then you’re not alone. Since its massive success last year, the hit animated film constantly spawned talks of a potential franchise. It probably helped that the title quickly became Netflix’s most-watched film of all time. From the last we’ve heard of the rumors, Netflix was reportedly eyeing a 2029 premiere for the sequel.
Now, it’s official. As posted by Netflix itself, KPop Demon Hunters will get a sequel soon. Even better, the follow-up will be written and directed by the same duo, Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans.
Kang, who celebrated the first movie’s ability to tell a Korean story, says that there’s a lot more to explore in the film’s universe. “There’s so much more to this world we have built and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning,” she said.
Right now, the plot’s sequel is still unknown, especially since the Saja Boys were defeated in the first film.
Given how big the original movie got, the sequel is no surprise. Besides bagging the top spot on Netflix’s charts, the film also got an eventual release in theaters. KPop Demon Hunters is up for a potential Oscars win after it was nominated for Best Animated Feature. Its hit song, “Golden,” is also nominated for Best Original Song.
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