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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is a stripped-down Tab S7 Plus

A more affordable package with best-in-class specs

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There’s a new tablet in town, courtesy of Samsung. At first glance, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE might look like a stripped-down Tab S7 Plus. However, it still brings respectable specs that shall entice users looking for a more affordable option to Samsung’s flagship tablet.

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE inherits some of the goodies that the Tab S7 Plus has, and that includes the display size. At 12.4 inches, it is more than enough for viewing multimedia and doing productive and creative work. Sadly though, the display is of the TFT type, not the AMOLED one. To lower its price further, Samsung decided to include a regular 60 Hz refresh rate for its more affordable tablet. Keep in mind that the Tab S7 Plus has a high refresh rate of 120 Hz, which is noticeable when scrolling or when playing some games.

SEE ALSO: Galaxy Tab S7 and S7 Plus Hands-on

Samsung also lowered the resolutions of its front and rear cameras to bring down the price further. Instead of the Tab S7 Plus’ combo of 13 MP + 5 MP dual rear + 8 MP front camera, the Tab S7 FE only get a single 8MP rear along with a 5 MP front camera.

The same story goes with the processor, which is likely the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G inside instead of the more powerful Snapdragon 865+. The inclusion of that midrange processor means that this tablet supports 5G along with 4G networks.

The rest of the specs, however, are pretty much the same compared to its more expensive counterpart. The battery clocks in at 10,090 mAh and also supports 45W fast charging. Samsung also kept the quad-speakers and support for S Pen, which comes with the tablet by the way. DeX is also here to stay, and the company is even including the Noteshelf app, a popular digital note-taking application.

Price and availability

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE comes in four colors: Mystic Black, Mystic Silver, Mystic Green, and Mystic Pink. Base configurations start at 4 GB RAM with 64 GB of storage, going up to 6 GB RAM with 128 GB of storage. Both variants have support for microSD expansion of up to 1 TB.  Pricing details are scant at the moment, though Samsung promises availability for select regions this June.

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Disney+ launches a TikTok-coded vertical feed called Verts

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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

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Google Maps is finally getting a 3D mode

The app will also have a Gemini chatbot baked inside.

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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

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KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel

Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans will return to write and direct.

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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.

SEE ALSO: KPop Demon Hunters is now Netflix’s most-watched movie

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