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Apple launched the iPhone 15 series at its ‘Wonderlust’ event on September 12, 2023. While there were no signs of the new iPads during that event, it seems the Cupertino-based tech giant is all set to launch its next iPad lineup. According to Supercharged and 9to5Mac, the new iPads are likely to be released soo

ner than expected. Since the updates for iPad Air and iPad Mini are indeed due, the October timing makes complete sense. If you’re curious to know when the new iPads are coming, what models are in the pipeline, and what to expect from new iPads, we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about iPad 2023 models.

According to sources, Apple won’t hold a dedicated event for the new iPads, instead, they will be announced via announcements on the website, YouTube, and a press release. The giant followed the same strategy for the M2 iPad Pro and even the M2 Pro & M2 Max MacBook Pro models.

New iPads Expected This Week

As for now, we can expect a new iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Mini. We’ve summed up all the important changes that we might see in the new models. Here you go!

iPad Mini 7

The iPad mini 6 sports an A15 chipset and the new iPad mini 7 is expected to house an A16 chipset, offering slight performance upgrades over the current model. Several sources suggest that Apple is working to address the jelly scrolling issue seen on the iPad mini 6 while scrolling in portrait orientation. If rumors are to be believed, Apple plans to rotate screen assembly to reduce the jelly scrolling effect.

iPad 11th-gen

Apple refreshed the entry-level iPad lineup in October 2022, making it the most recent of the lineup. The 10th-generation iPad brought some exciting changes to Apple’s most affordable iPad, including a Touch ID side button, a revamped design thin bezels, and new colours. The current model packs an A14 Bionic chipset. At the moment, we do not have any concrete information about which processor the 11th-gen iPad will use. That said, if the new iPad mini 7 is expected to pack an A16 chipset, we can expect the same for iPad 11 as well.

iPad Air 6th Generation with M2

The iPad Air lineup was refreshed in the spring of last year. The current iPad Air houses an M1 processor and offers a nice performance. Several sources, including Supercharged report, suggest that the new iPad Air 2023 may come with the M2 processor. The jump from M1 to M2 would offer upgraded performance, greater efficiency, and more.

Will there be a 2023 iPad Pro?

Talking about the iPad Pro, we aren’t going to see a new model at the moment. The iPad Pro lineup was last updated in October 2022. And the next-generation model isn’t likely to make a debut until next year. That said, Apple might surprise its fans with an upgraded display and powerful innards. According to several leaks and rumours, we might expect the next-gen iPad Pro models to feature OLED screens, for the first time.

When are new iPads coming out?

Both Supercharged and 9to5Mac believe that the new iPads will be released on October 17, 2023, via press release. The new models are expected to offer minor upgrades with powerful and optimized processors. Unfortunately, we aren’t going to witness any major design changes. In addition to new iPads, we might also see a modified version of the first-gen Apple Pencil with a USB-C port instead of the Lightning one.

However, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has said in his weekly newsletter that while he reported in July that Apple will launch new iPads in October this year, he doesn’t see it happening this month anymore. On the other hand, the Japanese publication Mac Otakara has mentioned that Apple is on the verge of announcing the new Apple Pencil third generation with magnetic tip instead of the new iPads.

Therefore, we recommend our readers to take this with a pinch of salt and wait until the official announcement.

So, that was all about the new iPads that are coming in 2023. Are you excited about the upcoming Apple 2023 iPads? Don’t forget you drop your views in the comments below.

Last week, Oppo offered a sneak peek, but the weekend brought the official unveiling of their latest creation, the Oppo A2x. This new smartphone is designed with affordability in mind, featuring a Dimensity 6020 chipset and a single rear camera, all starting at a mere $150 (or its equivalent).

Oppo A2x: The Balance of Affordability and Functionality

The device boasts a 6.56-inch LCD screen, a panel that Oppo has consistently trusted for its A series for the past three years. This screen provides an HD+ resolution, a smooth 90 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 720 nits.

At the top of the screen, you’ll find a discreet waterdrop notch housing a 5 MP selfie camera. On the flip side, the A2x features a solitary 13 MP snapper with an f/2.2 aperture. Complemented by an LED flash.

Under the hood, the A2x houses a 7nm chipset, which can be paired with either 6 GB or 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and storage options of 128 GB or 256 GB. Plus, there’s a handy microSD slot on the left side for additional storage expansion. The right side includes the power key, which doubles as a fingerprint scanner.

The A2x is fueled by a robust 5,000 mAh battery, though specific charging speeds remain undisclosed. The smartphone accommodates two nano SIM cards and operates on Android 13 with ColorOS 13.1. Additional noteworthy features include a 3.5 mm audio jack and an IP54 rating for water and dust resistance.

The latest One Piece manga chapter 1095 took us to the most anticipated God Valley flashback. Longtime One Piece fans know exactly how long we have been waiting to learn more about this legendary incident. Now, author Eiichiro Oda is finally revealing the whole truth about God Valley by including some of the greatest characters we never thought were present there in the first place. Among the list of characters, we have been introduced to a new female character called Ginny (also referred to as Jinny by fans).

One look at Ginny and her behavior has the fans chattering. She is speculated to be the mother of the main character, Luffy. Did that pique your interest? If so, keep reading to discover who Ginny is and whether she is related to Luffy or not.

Spoiler Warning: This article contains spoilers about the story and the characters in One Piece. We suggest you watch the anime and read the manga (up to chapter 1095) to avoid ruining the intended experience.

The Introduction of Ginny in One Piece

One Piece chapter 1095 presented us with the expansion of Bartholomew Kuma’s backstory; lots of new intricate details about his past were revealed. One of the major highlights was that Kuma was the last survivor of the Buccaneer race. Kuma was enslaved by the Celestial Dragons and, as a result, was taken to the God Valley. We even got to see a young St. Garling Figarland in this chapter. During this incident, Kuma meets Emporio Ivankov and a young girl named Ginny in chapter 1095.

This event disclosed that Ivankov was a slave before becoming part of the Revolutionary Army in One Piece, just like Kuma. Ivankov along with Ginny introduced themselves and were surprised to see a member of the Buccaneer race. That’s where we first get to see Ginny eating a piece of a large piece of meat and smiling wide. Remember this point as it serves as a parallel to establish a connection with our beloved main character. She uttered the following words to Kuma, “Big Bro here is pretty big himself, don’t you think?” You can learn more about her relationship in the sections below.

Is Ginny Luffy’s Mother in One Piece?

Before this chapter was released, the spoiler readers started speculating that she was the protagonist Luffy’s mother. The main reason was that Ginny had a big grin on her face similar to Luffy, along with the way she was seen tearing into that piece of meat. Even Ginny’s eating style resembled Luffy’s, as we have tried to indicate in the image above. These facts together made some of the fans believe that we have finally got the long-awaited reveal of Luffy’s mother.

We know that Monkey D. Dragon was the one who recruited both Kuma and Ivankov to the Revolutionary Army. Then, it is likely that he also recruited Ginny, as this trio was seen together at God Valley. Their age also seems to match and suit this theory. Furthermore, if she was Luffy’s mother, then Ivankov would have acknowledged Luffy as Ginny and Dragon’s son when they had first met or even during the Marineford war arc (one of the best One Piece arcs). But that didn’t happen.

So, I highly think we are on the wrong track, and the revelations in the upcoming chapters will confirm the same. Ginny is sure to play an important role in the upcoming chapters, but that role won’t develop into her being Luffy’s mother. It’s because her characteristics match perfectly with another character, who is also at Egghead Island. Did you guess who that is? If not, it’s none other than Jewelry Bonney.

Is Ginny Bonney’s Mother (Kuma’s Wife)?

So why is Ginny perfectly suitable for the role of Jewelry Bonney’s mother/ Kuma’s wife? Let me explain! One Piece chapter 1095 revealed that Kuma will befriend Ginny along with Emporio Ivankov. In the next OP chapter, together they are expected to escape from being slaves, well, of course, with some help from Monkey D. Dragon (read what D stands for in One Piece).

In the present timeline, Ginny is nowhere to be seen in the One Piece story, which means she must have lost her life shortly after marrying Kuma and Bonney’s birth. If she were alive, we would have seen her working alongside her husband in the Revolutionary Army.

So, if you remember, Jewelry Bonney was introduced the same way as Ginny when she was seen eating a big piece of meat and her favorite pizza in One Piece. Next is Ginny’s name, which rhymes with Bonney’s name perfectly. What we are about to say next may seem silly but when Bonney infiltrated Mary Geoise, she went by the name Connie, which points out the naming style for their family. These together with the story focusing on Kuma’s character, suggest that Kuma and Ginny tied the knot and led to the birth of Bonney.

The voracious appetite, similar characteristics, and relation with Kuma stay cohesive and make the fact that Ginny is most likely Bonney’s mother and Kuma’s wife in One Piece. The fan-colored spreads also paint Ginny’s hair pink, just like Bonney. However, we have to wait for the color spread of chapter 1095 to get an official confirmation.

But at the end of the day, these are just speculations and more light will be shed on this new mystery in the next chapter. In the meantime, what do you think about Ginny’s character? Which side are you on, Is Ginny Luffy’s mom or Bonney’s mom? Let us know your opinions in the comments below.

Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for data analysis and reporting. It has over 475 formulas in its Functions Library. However, we have selected the most popular ones that everyone should know. Today we will share 10 frequently used function formulas. It is recommended that you should save them if you work with Exel frequently.

Excel Formulas

1. SUM

The SUM formula adds the values in a range of cells. To use the SUM formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=SUM(” followed by the range of cells you want to add, separated by commas. For example, “=SUM(A1:A10)” will add the values in cells A1 through A10. You may have to click on the tick circled in blue in the image below after writing the formula.

2. AVERAGE

The AVERAGE formula calculates the average of the values in a range of cells. To use the AVERAGE formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=AVERAGE(” followed by the range of cells you want to average, separated by commas. For example, “=AVERAGE(A1:A10)” will calculate the average of the values in cells A1 through A10.

3. COUNT

The COUNT formula counts the number of cells in a range that contain numbers. To use the COUNT formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=COUNT(” followed by the range of cells you want to count, separated by commas. For example, “=COUNT(A1:A10)” will count the number of cells in cells A1 through A10 that contain numbers.

4. IF

The IF formula tests a condition and returns one value if the condition is true and another value if the condition is false. To use the IF formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=IF(” followed by the condition you want to test, followed by the value to return if the condition is true, followed by the value to return if the condition is false. For example, “=IF(A1>10,”Yes”,”No”)” will test if the value in cell A1 is greater than 10 and return “Yes” if it is true and “No” if it is false.

5. VLOOKUP

The VLOOKUP formula searches for a value in the first column of a table and returns a value in the same row from a specified column. To use the VLOOKUP formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=VLOOKUP(” followed by the value you want to search for, followed by the range of cells that contains the table, followed by the column number of the value you want to return, followed by “FALSE” if you want an exact match or “TRUE” if you want an approximate match. For example, “=VLOOKUP(A1,B1:C10,2,FALSE)” will search for the value in cell A1 in the first column of the table in cells B1 through C10 and return the value in the second column of the same row.

6. CONCATENATE

The CONCATENATE formula combines two or more strings of text into one string. To use the CONCATENATE formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=CONCATENATE(” followed by the strings of text you want to combine, separated by commas. For example, “=CONCATENATE(A1,” “, B1)” will combine the text in cell A1 and cell B1 with a space between them.

7. LEFT

The LEFT formula returns a specified number of characters from the beginning of a string of text. To use the LEFT formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=LEFT(” followed by the cell that contains the string of text, followed by the number of characters you want to return. For example, “=LEFT(A1,5)” will return the first five characters of the text in cell A1.

8. RIGHT

The RIGHT formula returns a specified number of characters from the end of a string of text. To use the RIGHT formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=RIGHT(” followed by the cell that contains the string of text, followed by the number of characters you want to return. For example, “=RIGHT(A1,5)” will return the last five characters of the text in cell A1.

9. LEN

The LEN formula returns the number of characters in a string of text. To use the LEN formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=LEN(” followed by the cell that contains the string of text. For example, “=LEN(A1)” will return the number of characters in the text in cell A1.

10. TRIM

The TRIM formula removes extra spaces from a string of text. To use the TRIM formula, select the cell where you want the result to appear and type “=TRIM(” followed by the cell that contains the string of text. For example, “=TRIM(A1)” will remove extra spaces from the text in cell A1.

Final Words

Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for data analysis and reporting, and mastering its formulas is essential for anyone working with data. The top 10 frequently used Microsoft Excel formulas include SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, IF, VLOOKUP, CONCATENATE, LEFT, RIGHT, LEN, and TRIM. These formulas can perform a wide range of calculations and data analysis tasks in Excel. While there are many more formulas available in Excel, these 10 formulas are a great starting point for anyone looking to improve their Excel skills. By using these formulas, you can save time and increase your productivity when working with data. These are the top 10 frequently used Microsoft Excel formulas. By mastering these formulas, you can perform a wide range of calculations and data analysis tasks in Excel.

OnePlus is gearing up to make its big entrance in the foldable smartphone market. The company will present the OnePlus Open to the world on October 19. The phone’s specifications are not exactly a secret anymore, so there is nothing left to the imagination except pricing. However, consumers in India will be glad to know that the pricing and sale details have been revealed a couple of days ahead of the foldable smartphone’s launch. In this article, you will learn all details.

OnePlus Open – India Launch Details Revealed

While the OnePlus Open will make its official debut on October 19th, it will take a few more days to hit the shelves in India. As per the renowned insider Abishek Yadav, the phone will be released on October 27th with a price tag of INR 139,999 (~$1,680). That certainly is a premium value, but it’s not a huge surprise as foldable smartphones involve complex and costlier technology. It will be a while until this kind of device reaches an wide audience with better prices. However, if you’re a die-hard fan of the segment and money is not a problem, then the OnePlus Open will soon become a new interesting option.

The price falls in line with the one leaked for Europe. In German, for example, the OnePlus Open is tipped with a price tag of $1,699. The phone will launch with only two color options in Europe – Faux Leather and Glass Back Green. However, when it comes to India, there will also be a Green and Gold color options. Of Course, OnePlus will also keep the typical black color options which is the main choice for many users.

OnePlus Open Specifications

In terms of specifications, the OnePlus Open will be an attracting device in the growing foldable segment. It will pack a 7.82-inch inner OLED screen with 2,268 x 2,440 pixels and 120 Hz refresh rate. It will have a cover display with 6.31-inches. Under the hood, the phone boasts the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with up to 16 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of Storage.

In terms of optics, the phone has a 50 MP main camera, 32 MP telephoto shooter, and a 48 MP ultrawide camera. The phone has a 4,800 mAh battery with 80W wired charging and 10W wireless charging.

Conclusion

The OnePlus Open will be revealed in the next few days, and soon all its details will be confirmed. OnePlus plans to compete with Samsung and other major players in the foldable category. Although this is a smartphone division made of premium smartphones, it’s just a matter of time until they become cheaper enough to reach the masses. OnePlus wants to grant a good slice of this market while it is still in its early days. Let’s see if the OnePlus Open will be a good conqueror for the brand.

During the second quarter of 2023, the global smartphone market witnessed intense competition between tech giants Apple and Samsung. The latest report from Counterpoint Research, known as the Global Handset Model Sales Report, reveals the top 10 best-selling smartphones during this period. Despite a 9% year-on-year drop in smartphone sales, several models managed to capture the attention of consumers. This article takes a closer look at the best-selling brands and their popular smartphone models, while also acknowledging the growing presence of other manufacturers such as Xiaomi, Realme, OPPO, and Nothing.

Apple’s tops the best-selling Smartphone list

Apple‘s influence in the smartphone market is undeniable, and it is evident in the top 10 list of best-selling smartphones. The Cupertino-based company secured the top three positions with its latest iPhone models. Let’s explore these models in detail:

1. Apple iPhone 14
   The base model of the iPhone 14 range, launched in September 2022, holds the first position on the list. It showcases Apple’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology.
2. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
   The iPhone 14 Pro Max, known for its exceptional camera capabilities and advanced features, occupies the second spot. It appeals to photography enthusiasts and power users who seek the ultimate smartphone experience.
3. Apple iPhone 14 Pro
   Positioned at the third spot, the iPhone 14 Pro offers a balance of performance and functionality. Its sleek design and impressive performance make it a favorite among Apple enthusiasts.

Samsung’s Presence in the Top 10 List

Samsung, a key competitor of Apple, secures a significant presence in the top 10 list, occupying five positions. Let’s take a closer look at Samsung’s best-selling smartphones during the second quarter of 2023:

4. Samsung Galaxy A14
   The Galaxy A14, an affordable smartphone offering from Samsung, captures the fourth position. It caters to budget-conscious consumers who seek reliable performance and essential features.
5. Samsung Galaxy A54
   The Galaxy A54, known for its impressive display and long battery life, stands at the fifth spot. It appeals to users who prioritize multimedia consumption and extended usage.
6. Samsung Galaxy A14 5G
   Samsung’s foray into 5G connectivity is evident with the Galaxy A14 5G, securing the sixth spot. This model combines affordability with future-proof technology, making it a popular choice among users.
7. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
   The Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung’s flagship model, occupies the eighth position on the list. With its exceptional camera system, powerful performance, and stunning display, it is considered one of the best smartphones of the year.
8. Samsung Galaxy A04e
   The Galaxy A04e, another affordable offering from Samsung, captures the ninth spot. It caters to entry-level smartphone users who desire essential features at an accessible price point.
9. Samsung Galaxy A34
   Closing Samsung’s presence in the top 10 list is the Galaxy A34. It offers a balance of performance and affordability, appealing to a wide range of consumers.

The Growing Competition and Comparative Analysis

While Apple and Samsung tops the list, it’s important to acknowledge the increasing competition from other manufacturers. Xiaomi, Realme, OPPO, and Nothing have been making notable strides in the smartphone market. Xiaomi, in particular, has been gaining popularity with its feature-packed smartphones at competitive prices. Realme, a relatively new player, has been expanding its customer base with devices that offer excellent value for money. OPPO and Carl Pei’s Nothing have also been introducing captivating devices that cater to different segments of the market.

Understanding the Methodology

While Counterpoint Research provides valuable insights, it’s crucial for readers to evaluate the credibility of the report. Access to information regarding the methodology and sample size would enhance transparency and confidence in the findings.

Conclusion

The second quarter of 2023 witnessed Apple and Samsung’s stronghold in the global smartphone market. Despite a decrease in overall smartphone sales compared to the previous year, certain models managed to captivate consumers’ attention. Apple’s iPhone 14 series showcased its commitment to innovation, while Samsung’s presence in the list highlighted the popularity of its affordable Galaxy A range and the excellence of the flagship Galaxy S23 Ultra. As the smartphone market continues to evolve, consumers can expect more exciting offerings from established players like Apple and Samsung, as well as emerging brands like Xiaomi, Realme, OPPO, and Nothing.