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Since the release of the rugged Power Armor 18T last year, it has garnered tremendous popularity. And also attracted a substantial following among frontline professionals, who spend the majority of their workday outdoors. This stems from the fact, that standard mobile phones often lack the durability and essential tools necessary for their demanding tasks. And this year, Ulefone has taken it a step further by launching an upgraded version, the Power Armor 18T Ultra Version. Which is aimed at providing enhanced performance for its users. 

FLIR Lepton 3.5 Sensor and Exclusive App

With a remarkable resolution of 160×120, the FLIR Lepton 3.5 sensor stands as the most advanced radiometric thermal camera core in the Lepton family. This sensor offers a substantial four-fold increase in thermal resolution compared to its predecessors. And is also capable of reading temperatures up to 400 degrees Celsius. As a result, Power Armor 18T Ultra Version users can expect sharper and more detailed thermal images. Additionally, the device is equipped with the MyFLIR app, providing a user-friendly interface to work seamlessly with the thermal camera. Ensuring users can maximize its potential.

Applications of Thermal Imaging Function

Thermal sensors are capable of detecting heat emitted by objects and people. Rendering visible what is otherwise invisible to the human eye. This technology enables users to see in complete darkness. Ulefone Power Armor 18T Ultra Version incorporates FLIR thermal imaging technology, introducing a fresh perspective for diagnosing various issues. 

The thermal imaging camera in the Power Armor 18T Ultra Version has a wide range of practical applications. It can be used to inspect a vehicle’s engine compartment, identify overloaded sections of electrical circuits, detect leaks in pipes, assess the temperature of household appliances like refrigerators or microwaves, measure human body temperature, spot elusive animals in the dark, or simply determine the temperature of your food, all by pointing the camera’s viewfinder at them.

Upgraded Specifications

In terms of its core specifications, the Power Armor 18T Ultra Version boasts a remarkable  MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor. With an octa-core performance, clocking in at 2.6GHz. The leading 6nm process vastly extends battery life, even for demanding users. With 5G integrated into the chip, it delivers fast, stable, and wide-ranging connections. On top of that, Power Armor 18T Ultra Version features 12GB of RAM. Offering smooth multitasking, and a generous 512GB of internal storage. 

What’s more, this device not only supports 12GB of virtual memory expansion but also provides the option to expand your storage capacity to a substantial 2TB.  Notably, the Power Armor 18T Ultra Version also comes equipped with the updated Android 13. Bringing significant advancements in privacy and security. It has been meticulously designed to prevent unnecessary access. Thereby safeguarding your personal data and digital life.

To ensure that you stay connected and powered throughout your day, the device features a substantial 9600 mAh battery, and its Ultra Version-fast 66W charging capability ensures minimal downtime.

In terms of rugged certification, the Power Armor 18T Ultra Version adheres to the MIL-STD-810H specification and boasts IP68 & IP96K ratings. This makes it exceptionally resilient against drops, dust, and water, with the ability to withstand submersion at a depth of up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.

Since its debut recently, the Power Armor 18T Ultra Version has been a tremendous success in the market, thanks to its exceptional combination of durability, functionality, and performance. For more detailed information, you can always visit Ulefone’s official website or follow their YouTube channel. Eventually head directly to Aliexpress and get it right away.

I don’t know what the NYT Editorial team was thinking today, but it sure feels like their mood soured midway through creating today’s NYT Connections for November 17. One moment, I am having the time of my life, and the other, I’m left utterly confused with the words in front of me. If you wish to avoid suffering, then I suggest you keep reading as we discuss all the hints, categories, and finally, the answer for NYT Connections today.

Hint for Today’s Connections Themes

We start by hinting at the categories so we can help you out just a bit. Check out the hints below and see if you can guess some of the word categories.

• Yellow Category – Not every exercise requires weights
• Green Category – We all end emails differently
• Blue Category – related to game with a pitcher
• Purple Category – Surnames that have one thing in common

Additional Hint: The Major League Baseball has a lot of teams

We wish we could go into more detail in this section, but these hints are the best we can share for now. They are all closely related to the categories in question today, so think long and hard before you scroll below to see the exact categories. But if you find yourself stuck like this, then maybe trying these tricks to solve NYT Connections could work.

Spoiler Warning #1: While this section included hints for the categories, the next section names them directly. Make sure you’re ready to spoil the categories before scrolling.

Today’s Connections Category Names

If you still can’t figure out the names, then perhaps it’s better if we just tell you the categories in this section.

• Yellow – BODYWEIGHT EXERCISES
• Green – EMAIL SIGN-OFFS
• Blue – M.L.B TEAMS, FOR SHORT
• Purple – ELIZABETHS (AND ONE ELISABETH)

Spoiler Warning #2: We hope you can guess the words now. However, If you still can’t, then it’s time to scroll down. The next section includes the answer for today’s puzzle; you will see all the answers in their categories. This is your final chance to back up.

Connections Answer for November 17

Stuck with the puzzle even after the categories? In that case, the answers to today’s Connections puzzle are:

• BODYWEIGHT EXERCISES – Dips, Lunges, Planks, Squats
• EMAIL SIGN-OFFS – Best, Cheers, Regards, Thanks
• M.L.B TEAMS, FOR SHORT – Cards, Jays, Nats, Yanks
• ELIZABETHS (AND ONE ELISABETH) – Banks, Moss, Taylor, Warren

Looking at these answers, even you will agree the weird rollercoaster today’s NYT Connections is. I began the game gloriously by solving the Yellow and Green categories back to back. I mean, anyone would have, given how basic they are. However, my entire ego got deflated when I realized that’s as far as I would get.

I moved on to the Blue and Purple categories but instantly got stumped. As someone who has zero experience in baseball, all these names made no sense to me. The fact that the Purple category was related to celebrity names confused me even more. Being hopeless, I turned to my colleagues for support. Sadly, even that fell flat today. Once we had exhausted all our chances, we lost and got the Connections answer for November 17.

What about you? How was your experience with today’s puzzle? Where did you get stuck if you did? Let us know in the comments below.

We are currently living in the world dominated by mobile phones. These devices became our indispensable companions and helpers daily and most people can’t imagine living without them. It’s not surprising that the fear of being locked out of one’s phone and losing data is common. Fortunately, there is a simple third-party solution available for lock screen removal and FRP bypass. With the Tenorshare 4uKey for Android software tool almost all Android users can solve such issues with just a few steps.

Tenorshare 4ukey for Android compatible with 6000+ Android devices with a wide range of Android OS versions up to Android 14. In addition, it also supports unlocking earlier Samsung like Note 3, Note 4, Galaxy S5 without losing data. In case you would just forget the password, PIN, pattern or mess up with fingerprints and facial recognition, the tool has your back. It can also be handy to set up second-hand devices or deal with phones with physically damaged phones. Not to mention some random disable and bricking issues. And the Auto System Detection feature will make sure everything is in order to proceed.

And you really need just three simple steps to get rid of the screen lock.

• Step1: Download and install the software Tenorshare 4uKey for Android on your PC. Connect your Android phone to computer and choose the feature”Remove Screen Lock“.
  Step2:Click the “Start“button and you can get rid of the forgotten lock screen passcode.
• Step3:Follow the next insturction to let your phone get into recovery mode and reboot system. Then the software will sucessfully unlock your android phone.

In case of Google verification issues and FRP Lock hangups you won’t be disappointed either. You can fully delete Google account from the phone without a password on wide range of devices. Ranging from Xiaomi/Redmi and Samsung to Vivo and Huawei. You have the choice between Windows and Mac version of the tool and various license subsciption plans. So check it out to have all your locked out of the phone fears sorted out for good.

Looks like Google’s constant pestering has brought great shame to Apple and its blue-bubble empire, as the Cupertino giant has confirmed that it will adopt the RCS messaging standard “early next year.” YES, we are not joking. Only a day after Nothing Chats was announced to bring iMessage support to Android, Apple has played its ace card.

Apple will be embracing the RCS messaging standard, enabling smooth communication between iPhone and Android phones, at last. This will put an end to the blue bubble-green bubble drama, and the humiliation several Android users face in group chats just because they are not a part of Apple’s walled garden.

In an official statement (via 9to5Mac), an Apple spokesperson stated that the company “will be adding support for RCS Universal Profile, the standard as currently published by the GSM Association.” RCS will enable “a better interoperability experience” across iPhones and Android phones as compared to SMS and MMS, which iMessage currently relies on, they added.

It’s (surprising yet) amazing to see that Apple finally agrees to the fact that RCS is better than standard SMS and MMS. But there’s a catch and quite an important one. RCS is not replacing iMessage on iPhones. Instead, the company will be offering RCS support alongside iMessage.

The communication between iPhone users will continue to rely on iMessage, as emphasized in 9to5Mac’s article. This means most of the exclusive iMessage features, be it Memoji, handwritten notes, and much more, will continue to be limited to iPhone users. However, the adoption of RCS will enable a host of cross-platform messaging features like typing indicators, read receipts, the ability to share high-res images and videos, and location sharing, among other things.

When is RCS Coming to Your iPhone?

With this, Android phone users will no longer feel like they aren’t part of the cool club, at least if their friends don’t make them feel that way. Now, a question that you might have is – when is RCS coming to iPhones? Well, Apple did not share an exact date and simply mentioned that RCS messaging support will be added to iPhones with a software update sometime in early 2024.

Google’s efforts and the online movement against the pesky blue bubble finally bore fruit. Tim Cook can no longer push you to buy your mom an iPhone. Finally, for those unaware, RCS stands for ‘Rich Communication Services’ and replaces your age-old SMS and MMS. It brings several benefits such as no character or media file size limits, read receipts, and more.

Moreover, RCS doesn’t limit you to just mobile data and works on Wi-Fi as well. However, RCS does not support end-to-end encryption by default, which iMessage does. So, of course, Apple is quick to point out that iMessage is the “best and most secure messaging experience for Apple users” in its official statement.

Apple finally adopting RCS is obviously a huge thing, but we think the green bubbles will stick around. Well, the reason for that is plain and simple, of course. Apple likes to do things its own way, and it might not want to do away with the identity of iMessage – the blue bubbles are what make it different from Android after all.

We will have to wait and see what the engineers at Cupertino are cooking. Until then, share your views and opinions on this announcement in the comments below.

Black Friday is always the ideal time of the year for gadget shopping. Prices are dropping all across the board and even the already affordable pieces are getting discounted. Like the projectors from the Groview and Happrun brands on Amazon, where Black Friday is significantly reducing prices. So let’s take a look at each of the four featured models in greater detail, so you know exactly what’s on the menu. And for the money it’s really looking quite appealing.

GROVIEW JQ818C

First comes the GROVIEW JQ818C model with some pretty neat specs. It is a native 1080p LED LCD projector with good brightness (15000 lux, 490 ANSI) and high 12000:1 contrast. You are also getting a dual band wirless connection for easy casting, dual stereo speakers with Bluetooth and plenty of ports. Creating a massive 300″ screen anywhere is quite a tempting proposal and gets even better with the 25% zoom function. Thanks to a nice 44% discount for Black Friday you  can bring the final price to just $139.98.

GROVIEW T6

If you would like to surf in cheaper waters, then the GROVIEW T6 is a pretty interesting alternative. Once again you are getting a native 1080p LED projector, although with “just” 9500 lux brightness and 10000:1 contrast ratio. But still keeping the  built-in Bluetooth, plenty of ports and the ability to conjure up to 200″ screen at your pleasure. They even packaged a portable 100″ portable projector screen with the projector. This one drops by 45% and you can grab it in teh event for just $71.99.

HAPPRUN YG291

Switching the brands for now to HAPPRUN YG291 model and with an early Black Friday sale on top of that. The mini projector is really a portable one with 8.8x7x5.3 inches and just 2.8lbs of weight. But even such a small device can conjure up to 200-inch screen with 1080p support, 8000:1 contract ratio and 9500 lux. And it also brings plenty of ports plus a Bluetooth 5.1 on board as well. The promo price is really an extreme one with $88.99 and in-house extra 50% discount coupon on top of that, while the stocks last.

HAPPRUN H1

Last, but not least we have HAPPRUN H1 offering native 1080p resolution, 9500 lux brightness (240 ANSI Lumen) and 10.000:1 contrast.  It can conjure up to 200-inch screen and with ±15° keystone correction you can easily adjust it to your liking. Solid HiFi stereo speakers are a nice touch as well, or you can connect some more powerful audio options through Bluetooth. As a welcome bonus also comes with a free portable 100-inch screen in the package too. And if you will wait until November 24th you can grab it with 50% off for just $59.98.

In the past, the integrated GPU performance in Intel CPUs was barely enough for any graphics-intensive workload. However, Intel aims to change things up completely in the new & upcoming Meteor Lake architecture. As if to confirm this, some leaked benchmark scores of an Intel Arc GPU have found their way online.

These scores come from the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo Laptop that sports the iGPU. It was first spotted by the X user (formerly Twitter) known as @Benchleaks.

This particular laptop has made an appearance previously, too, in the leaked Intel 14th Gen laptop listings, which happened very recently. The leaked OpenCL benchmark can be found here in the Geekbench database. The processor tested was the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, paired with Intel Arc graphics.

Talking about the score, this specific Intel Arc Graphics variant found on the 155H scored 27,249 pts in the OpenCL test of Geekbench 5. To help you out with some context, we have compared the score against older dedicated GPUs (GTX 10/16 series) from Nvidia and AMD’s highly performant 780M GPU:

This is not a bad score at all, especially for a low-wattage processor. Since this is from an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, the Core Ultra 9 might have an even stronger Intel Arc GPU. The score achieved here is enough to outperform a very popular mid-range GPU that Nvidia released back in the day, known as the GTX 1050 Ti. With this kind of GPU performance, Intel 14th Gen laptops with Arc graphics are going to be quite capable.

Future laptops with onboard Intel Arc GPU and 14th Gen Meteor Lake CPU will give you satisfactory performance in content-creation applications and other GPU-intensive workloads. This GPU won’t be that bad in gaming either, as you can expect it to be decent for light gaming at the very least. We have previously seen Intel show off a demo of the new Arc graphics, where Forza Horizon 5 was maintaining 60 FPS at the Full HD (1920×1080) resolution.

The Radeon 780M is still better, especially if it is present in a laptop with a higher TDP. But, since we don’t know how much the Arc GPU here is pulling in terms of power (W), we cannot make an accurate comparison yet. Hence, the scores of the Radeon 780M (30W) variant were provided. We can see the Intel Arc GPU in 14th Gen Meteor Lake being on par with this specific lower-power variant of the 780M.

Intel is launching its Meteor Lake architecture with various innovative features on its upcoming 14th-generation CPUs very soon. The company’s AI Everywhere event has already been scheduled for next month. In addition to the GPU, Intel is also bringing a new NPU chip to Meteor Lake. You will be able to monitor NPU usage in the task manager, and it is made solely for AI processing!

Do you find the performance improvement exciting on Intel’s Arc GPU that will be present on 14th Gen Meteor Lake processors? This was a much-needed upgrade, and it really makes you take the word ‘integrated GPU’ more seriously. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Xiaomi, a leading Android smartphone manufacturer, has continuously impressed users with its innovative features and user-friendly interface. MIUI 14, the latest iteration of Xiaomi’s customization layer, offers a comprehensive suite of functions designed to enhance the smartphone experience, including a focus mode, a maintenance and security application, and customizable themes.

Enhancing Your Smartphone Experience with Xiaomi’s MIUI 14: A Guide to Faster Reboots

Among these valuable features lies a somewhat hidden setting that can significantly improve the rebooting process of your Xiaomi device. Rebooting your phone, while occasionally tedious, can be beneficial in resolving various issues and ensuring optimal performance. However, MIUI‘s default rebooting process tends to be somewhat slow. Fortunately, this hidden setting can expedite the rebooting process, allowing you to get back to using your phone quickly and efficiently.

Understanding the Rebooting Process and Auto-Start Applications

To comprehend the effectiveness of this hidden setting, it’s essential to understand the underlying mechanism of the rebooting process. When you restart your phone, the operating system boots up with its critical components and subsequently launches applications that have requested to start automatically. These auto-start applications can include various services, background processes, and even third-party apps.

While auto-start applications serve specific purposes, they can also contribute to a slower rebooting process. This is because the operating system needs to allocate resources and load each auto-start application upon startup, which can prolong the overall rebooting time.

Disabling Unnecessary Auto-Start Applications for Faster Reboots

The hidden setting in MIUI 14 allows you to disable unnecessary auto-start applications, effectively reducing the workload during the rebooting process and consequently speeding it up. This method doesn’t involve any complex steps or technical expertise; it’s a straightforward procedure that can be performed by anyone.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to disable unnecessary auto-start applications on your Xiaomi phone:

1. Open the Settings app on your Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO device.

2. Navigate to the Apps section.

3. Tap on Permissions.

4. Select the Auto-start setting.

5. A list of installed applications will appear, each with a toggle switch next to it.

6. For applications that you don’t consider essential or don’t need to start automatically, toggle the switch to the off position.

7. Don’t worry about disabling all auto-start applications. You can still open them manually once the system is fully booted. However, consider keeping auto-start enabled for apps that you rely on for important notifications.

8. This configuration can be reverted at any time by following the same steps and toggling the switches back to the on position.

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Benefits of Disabling Unnecessary Auto-Start Applications

Disabling unnecessary auto-start applications offers several benefits beyond a faster rebooting process:

• Reduced resource consumption: By limiting the number of auto-start applications, you can free up system resources, potentially improving overall performance and battery life.

• Enhanced privacy: Some auto-start applications may collect data or perform actions in the background without your explicit consent. Disabling them can enhance your privacy and control over your device’s activities.

• Improved app management: By reducing the number of auto-start applications, you gain better control over which apps launch automatically and can identify any potential performance or security concerns.

Some tips to make Xiaomi smartphones run faster:

1. Clear app cache and data

Over time, apps can accumulate cache and data, which can take up a lot of storage space and slow down your phone. To clear app cache and data, go to Settings > Apps > [App Name] > Storage. Then, tap on Clear Cache and Clear Data.

2. Uninstall unused apps

If you have a lot of apps that you don’t use, it’s a good idea to uninstall them. This will free up storage space and memory, which can make your phone run faster.

To uninstall an app, go to Settings > Apps > [App Name] > Uninstall.

3. Restart your phone regularly

Restarting your phone regularly can help to clear out any temporary files and processes that are using up resources. It’s a good idea to restart your phone at least once a week.

To restart your phone, press and hold the power button, then tap on Restart.

4. Use a lightweight launcher

The launcher is the app that you use to open your apps and access your home screen. If you’re using a heavy launcher, it can slow down your phone. A lightweight launcher can help to improve your phone’s performance.

Some popular lightweight launchers include Nova Launcher and Apex Launcher.

5. Disable animations

Animations can make your phone look nice, but they can also use up resources and slow down your phone. You can disable animations to make your phone run faster.

To disable animations, go to Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options > Window Animation Scale, Transition Animation Scale, and Animator Duration Scale. Then, set each option to 0.5x.

6. Keep your phone updated

Xiaomi regularly releases updates for its phones, which can fix bugs and improve performance. It’s important to keep your phone updated to the latest version of MIUI.

To check for updates, go to Settings > About Phone > MIUI Version. If there is an update available, you will be prompted to download and install it.

7. Use a factory reset as a last resort

If you’ve tried all of the other tips and your phone is still running slowly, you can try doing a factory reset. This will erase all of your data and settings, so it’s important to back up your data before you do this.

To do a factory reset, go to Settings > Additional Settings > Backup & Reset > Erase All Data (Factory Reset). Then, tap on Erase All Data.

By following these tips, you can help to make your Xiaomi phone run faster and smoother.

Conclusion

Xiaomi’s MIUI 14 provides a valuable hidden setting that can significantly improve the rebooting process of your Xiaomi device. By disabling unnecessary auto-start applications, you can experience faster reboots, reduced resource consumption, enhanced privacy, and improved app management. This simple configuration demonstrates Xiaomi’s commitment to providing users with practical features that enhance their smartphone experience.