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realme commits to 5G during virtual summit

Will release more devices that are 5G ready

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realme announced that they will focus more on 5G development across the globe. As one of the fastest-growing smartphone brands, realme is moving forward to a 5G future.

The virtual summit revealed that realme is planning to enable nearly 100 million young consumers to use 5G within the next three years. In addition to that, realme has also partnered with GSMA, Counterpoint Research, and Qualcomm. There will be new models with the GT series, the realme 5G performance, and the camera flagships. Both models will release in June and July 2021 respectively.

The virtual summit assembled leaders from industry associations, research institutions, component vendors, and device manufacturers.

Progress with 5G development

The reaffirmation of realme to its commitment to be a key player in 5G was shown in the virtual summit. The company aims to bring technology to more users worldwide. In 2020, the company launched 14 5G ready devices, bringing the total to around 40 percent of all its products. Therefore, by 2022, the company aims to increase that number. In fact, realme is planning to bump up their offerings to 70 percent, almost 20 devices in 50 markets.

The realme X50 was the first 5G capable device released by the company in the Philippines. The virtual summit revealed that our Filipino squad in realme can expect a revolution as they set foot with #LeapTo5G.

realme has been pushing for full access and integration of the next generation of mobile connectivity to satisfy the needs of today’s young generation. In addition to that, realme aims to set up more than 10 pop-up stores allowing consumers to experience 5G gaming with cloud gaming, ultra-clear AR and many more.

realme’s initiative to support the global adaptation of 5G products, the company will establish several research and development centers around the world. Currently, 90 perecent of realme’s R&D have been converted to 5G technology and products. Furthermore, the company will also invest US$ 300 million in the next two years.

READ ALSO: Foray into Android: Living with realme’s latest devices

 

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Horizon Steel Frontiers is an MMO set in the Horizon universe

The game is built for mobile but will have cross-play gameplay with PC.

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A few months ago, Sony sued Tencent for copying design elements from the Horizon series for the latter’s upcoming game, Light of Motiram. Though the game has been relatively silent since the kerfuffle, was Tencent on to something? Today, Sony and a Korean studio named NCSoft have officially announced Horizon Steel Frontiers, an MMO set in the Horizon universe.

It’s not just a simple announcement either. The title now has an official 10-minute video to preview the upcoming title. Right now, the trailer has nothing but cinematics, pre-alpha footage, and developer interviews. However, it’s a clear commitment to bringing the MMO to life.

Both the cinematics and the pre-alpha footage show off the familiar mechanical beasts of the series. The main goal of the title is to team up with other players and take down colossal beasts.

The game is set in the Deathlands, a new region inspired by Arizona and New Mexico. Players will have the entire state to play with. And, instead of Aloy, they can create their own personalized characters.

Horizon Steel Frontiers is built for smartphones. However, Sony and NCSoft are working towards cross-platform gameplay for the PC.

Right now, especially since the released footage is from pre-alpha development, we don’t know when the MMO will launch. However, it does look extremely exciting for fans of the original duology.

SEE ALSO: Sony announces adaptations of Horizon Zero Dawn, Tsushima

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Elden Ring Nightreign is getting a DLC update this December

The update introduces two new Nightfarers and bosses.

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After Shadow of the Erdtree concluded the Elden Ring saga, FromSoftware kept the fire going with Elden Ring Nightreign, a multiplayer-focused standalone roguelike set in the same universe. It was a unique experience that breathed new life into the studio’s tough-as-nails dynamic. Now, before the year ends, FromSoftware has announced The Forsaken Hollows, a new DLC coming for Nightreign.

Even from launch, it was apparent that FromSoftware had content updates in store for Nightreign. The studio promised new maps and Nightfarers for the multiplayer game.

Yesterday, an earnings report hinted that the DLC was shipping out potentially early next year. Today, the studio dispelled all speculation and said that the DLC is definitely coming before the year ends.

The announcement expands the already-meaty game with two new playable Nightfarers: the arcane-wielding Scholar and the strength-slash-faith-focused Undertaker. Both characters, featured in the trailer, will introduce their special set of skills in the continuous battle against the Nightlord.

Besides the two new characters, two new bosses are coming to Limveld. We don’t know much about the two bosses. However, knowing FromSoftware, the studio is likely keeping them under wraps, so they can stomp on us harder.

Finally, the update introduces a new Shifting Earth area called The Great Hollow. The area is filled with “exotic ruins and temples; sacred towers denoting the remains of an ancient people; and crystals that exude a cursed, life-draining miasma.”

The Forsaken Hollows is a paid DLC coming to Elden Ring Nightreign on December 3. Though the DLC can be purchased separately, it’s already included in the Deluxe Edition and the Collectors Edition. It’s also available for those who purchased the Deluxe Edition Upgrade.

SEE ALSO: New Elden Ring Nightreign patch will make it easier for solo players

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Apple reportedly shelved the iPhone Air series indefinitely

The delay is because of low sales.

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On its own, the iPhone 17 Air is a mighty device. However, if you consider that the vastly superior iPhone 17 Pro series is only a hundred bucks away from the Air series, the thinner iPhone model becomes less attractive. Based on actual sales, it looks like Apple users think the same way. In response to low demand, Apple has reportedly shelved the next iPhone Air indefinitely.

Since the series launched a few months ago, numerous reports have speculated that the iPhone 17 Air isn’t performing as Apple expected. Given how Apple held out a lot of hope for the iPhone 17’s new designs, the Air’s failure to meet expectations is a big blow. Soon after the first reports trickled in, Apple reportedly dialed back on production to balance out the lower demand.

Now, as reported by The Information, Apple has reportedly delayed the next iPhone Air model indefinitely. Previously, the company was scheduled to release a new model next year alongside the iPhone 18 series. That’s not happening now.

Right now, there is no timeline for the next Air, if it is coming. That said, it’s still likely that Apple is still working on a new Air. It just might take some time while the company figures out how to make the next model pop.

SEE ALSO: Apple iPhone Air Review

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