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Counter-Strike 2 is finally here with a lot of new features, and it seems like it includes things that are beyond just gameplay. One of those is when you witness an AWP bullet pierce your head before you can see a smooth criminal dance move. Yes, you read that right. If that’s what happened to you recently, you have been “heehee’D” by the widely used “Michael Jackson Peek” bug in CS2 right now. This bizarre bug has caused a storm among CS2 fans on Reddit and X (formerly Twitter). If you are curious about what this peek bug looks like and how you can walk like Michael Jackson in Counter-Strike 2, keep reading as we detail everything below.

What is the ‘Michael Jackson Peek’ Bug in CS2?

The MJ Peek bug was first identified by the Counter-Strike 2 community on Reddit. Later, tons of CS pros and even esports giants like Team Fnatic reacted to it by making their own version of the meme. Even the official Counter-Strike Twitter account replaced its header with the one in the tweet below.

In this bug, you basically do a famous MJ dance move where your upper body bends forward while your lower body stays where you are. It’s a nice way to surprise opponents while getting laughs in the game. While the bug lasts, this can be a great tool to surprise opponents. Trust me they will not be able to beat it. Some have already started calling CS2 the “hee hee” era. Below is the tweet from Team Fnatic’s official CS Twitter account with a compilation of “Michael Jackson Peek” in CS2.

How to Use ‘Michael Jackson Peek’ Bug in Counter-Strike 2

Well, as expected by all of us, the bug will definitely not last long—a majority of the gamers taking it in a joking way. However, we cannot deny this bug proves that CS2 isn’t ready yet for competitive play right now.

So, until the fun lasts, we have detailed the process to utilize the bug and do the Michael Jackson peek for yourself. Follow the steps below to learn how to create a CFG file in Counter-Strike 2.

1. Michael Jackson Peek CFG in CS2

Thanks to Reddit user u/T1ckbase, we have the CFG (config) that can help you master the moves in the ever-glorious Billy Jean track from Michael Jackson. Here is the code that you need to paste in the CFG file:

alias "check_mj_forward_1" "forwardback 0 0 0"

alias "check_mj_back_1" "forwardback 0 0 0"

alias "check_mj_left_1" "rightleft 0 0 0"

alias "check_mj_right_1" rightleft 0 0 0"

alias "check_mj_forward_2" ""

alias "check_mj_back_2" ""

alias "check_mj_left_2" ""

alias "check_mj_right_2" ""

alias "check_mj_forward_3" "+forward"

alias "check_mj_back_3" "+back"

alias "check_mj_left_3" "+left"

alias "check_mj_right_3" "+right"

alias "+mj_forward" "check_mj_forward_3; forwardback 0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_forward_1 forwardback 0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_forward_2 +forward"

alias "+mj_back" "check_mj_back_3; forwardback -0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_back_1 forwardback -0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_back_2 +back"

alias "+mj_left" "check_mj_left_3; rightleft -0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_left_1 rightleft -0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_left_2 +left"

alias "+mj_right" "check_mj_right_3; rightleft 0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_right_1 rightleft 0.5 0 0; alias check_mj_right_2 +right"

alias "-mj_forward" "-forward; check_mj_back_1; alias check_mj_forward_1 forwardback 0 0 0; alias check_mj_forward_2"

alias "-mj_back" "-back; check_mj_forward_1; alias check_mj_back_1 forwardback 0 0 0; alias check_mj_back_2"

alias "-mj_left" "-left; check_mj_right_1; alias check_mj_left_1 rightleft 0 0 0; alias check_mj_left_2"

alias "-mj_right" "-right; check_mj_left_1; alias check_mj_right_1 rightleft 0 0 0; alias check_mj_right_2"

alias "+michael_jackson" "-forward; -back; -left; -right; alias check_mj_forward_3; alias check_mj_back_3; alias check_mj_left_3; alias check_mj_right_3"

alias "-michael_jackson" "check_mj_forward_2; check_mj_back_2; check_mj_left_2; check_mj_right_2; alias check_mj_forward_3 +forward; alias check_mj_back_3 +back; alias check_mj_left_3 +left; alias check_mj_right_3 +right"

bind "w" "+mj_forward"

bind "s" "+mj_back"

bind "a" "+mj_left"

bind "d" "+mj_right"

bind "alt" "+michael_jackson"

2. Steps to Use Michael Jackson CFG

Now that you know the CFG code, follow the steps below to create the file and use the glitch in your game.

1. To begin, you first need to go to – SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\game\csgo\cfg
2. Now, click the right mouse button and select New -> Text Document in the context menu.

3. After the new text document is created, copy the CFG code we’ve included above and paste it into the empty document.
4. Then, save the file and rename New Text Document.txt to a [File Name].cfg file. Don’t forget to add the .cfg extension.

5. Finally, launch Counter-Strike 2 and open the developer console by pressing the ~ key on your keyboard. If you don’t know how to access the developer console, follow our guide with the best CS2 console commands.
6. Now, type exec heehee.cfg in the console and press Enter. Enjoy dancing around by pressing the ALT button whenever you want. Well, until Valve fixes the bug.

That’s everything you need to know about the Michael Jackson bug in CS2 right now. Enjoy the bug and laugh until Valve fixes the dance move and the game goes back to a less groovy version. But before you go, make sure you check out our Counter-Strike 2 lag fix guide for a lag-free dance experience.

ugee, a pioneer in the sphere of digital arts, has once again sparkled a creative whirlwind with the grand unveiling of yet another latest magnum opus: the UE12 Plus Drawing Monitor. With an unwavering dedication to showcasing brilliance, seizing precision and smoothening artistic expression, ugee has reelevated the benchmark by rendering artists with a new canvas. That effortlessly captures every hue and seamlessly unveil each color in all its resplendent glory. Promising an authentically immersive and transformative immersion.

At the core of the UE12 Plus Drawing Monitor resides an awe-inspiring display, that surpasses all preconceived notions. With its capacity for up to 147%sRGB color gamut, the UE12 Plus presents a visual extravaganza, that breathes life into images with unparalleled vibrancy and authenticity. This enhancement unfurls novel horizons for artists. Summoning artists to authentically reproduce every stroke of color and present every detail with finesse. And also creating stunning masterpieces effortlessly, that radiates opulence and captivation.

Big screen with new stylus

Equipped with a 11.9-inch full-laminated screen, the UE12 PLUS achieves ultimate precision in every stroke, as the pen tip and cursor align flawlessly without any visual discrepancies. Whether artists are sketching intricate lines, blending vibrant colors, or perfecting minute details, the UE12 Plus’s serves as a seamless extension of their imagination. Faithfully translating their visionary concepts into digital reality.

You can also discover the new generation of the EMR stylus. Sporting an impressive 16k levels pressure sensibility and a tilt function of 60°, the included stylus ushers in a drawing experience that mirrors the responsiveness of traditional tools. Simulating the tactile sensation reminiscent of wielding your paintbrush on an easel-propped board. The synergy between the stylus and the display captures even the subtlest variations in pressure. Beestowing artists with unmatched precision and authenticity to channel their creativity, from the lightest strokes to the most pronounced lines. And resulting in artwork that echoes the artist’s emotions, from tender whispers to resounding declarations.

Precise and fully compatible

Want to enhance the precision of adjusting your drawing tools ? The specially designed scroll wheel allows for precise adjustments as you effortlessly scroll it. With each scroll, you can easily control the brush size and color depth for better detailed drawing. Plus, the assistance of 8 ergonomically placed shortcut keys grant swift access to frequently used functions. While also streamlining the creative process. ugee recognizes the intrinsic value of every creative moment. And  all these keys are designed to safeguard invaluable time. Allowing artists to wholeheartedly focus on their creative process without disruptive intermissions. Moreover, the scroll wheel is ingeniously curved, yielding a comfortable and elegant touch beneath your fingertips. Empowering artists to navigate more efficiently and intuitively through blind operation.

Beyond its exceptional visuals and tactus, the UE12 Plus places a premium on compatibility. Whether you’re an ardent Windows devotee, a fervent MAC OS enthusiast, a passionate Android aficionado, or a discerning Chrome connoisseur, this monitor seamlessly integrates with your preferred operating system. Unlock your artistic prowess in drawing and design software like Photoshop, Sai, Illustrator, ibis Paint and many others. It also boasts the seamless mode-switching from monitor to tablet. Upon successful connection, you can draw directly on the screen. While the display stays off, the monitor immediately transforms into a tablet. Bestowing you the vibrant experience to explore more, create more, and achieve more.

Made for all the creative souls among us

The UE12 Plus Drawing Monitor represents ugee’s unwavering commitment to empowering artists and the cutting-edge aesthetics. ugee’s ethos revolves around crafting tools that enhance creativity rather than impede it. The combination of sharp, straight lines on the base and smooth, rounded edges on the screen creates an enchanting blend of innovation and elegance. ugee’s dedication to delivering a canvas that captures the spectrum of hues and reveals the essence of colors. Which ensures, that artists can materialize their visions with unparalleled accuracy. With the UE12 Plus, every shade you conceived is vibrantly emerged, ushering each of your creative inspiration presents life-likeness.

To everyone’s positive surprise, the community has been heard, and Mojang is experimenting with and adding some hoped-for changes to Minecraft 1.20‘s decorated pots. These experimental features would be extraordinarily useful for the Redstone, as well as the map-making community of the game. So, without further ado, let’s go over all the changes made to decorated pots in Minecraft snapshot 23W41A.

Decorated Pot Changes in the Minecraft Snapshot 23W41A

• Decorated pots now stack up to 64
• Placing items inside decorated pots

Yeah, you read that right. You’ll be able to place up to 1 stack of an item in a decorated pot. They will make a cool little animation, as well as play an increasingly high note. When the pot is full, it will rotate in the opposite direction. To take items out, you can break the pot without a tool, so by hand, or any other item, and the pot will drop itself and the items inside it.

If you break the pot with a tool like a pickaxe or even a sword, it will break into the bricks or pottery sherds and will also drop the items inside it. Moreover, you can even shoot the pot with a projectile, and it will break as if you mined it with a tool.

• Redstone signal output from a decorated pot;

Decorated pots will send out a redstone signal based on the number of items inside it. You can measure it with a redstone comparator.

• Hoppers will put the items in a decorated pot and also pull them out of it;
• Hopper minecarts will also pull the items out of the pot;
• Droppers, after activated will put the item inside the pot;
• Sculk sensors will detect when the player puts an item inside the pot;
• Pistons break the pot as if the player broke it by hand;
• Placing a pot down will trigger an observer but putting an item inside won’t.

There you have it. All the Minecraft decorated pot changes added to the latest snapshot. What is your opinion on them? Do you think they will improve the community’s creativity? Tell us in the comments below!

Honor has officially unrolled the curtains on the Honor Magic Vs2. As a direct successor to the Magic Vs, the new foldable device comes with a series of innovative technological breakthroughs. To be exact, it has just set the record for being the lightest inward-foldable smartphone on the market.

And that’s not a small thing. Previously, Honor made headlines by launching the Magic V2. That foldable device is just 4.7mm thick in the unfolded state. And when you fold it shut, the Magic V2’s thickness is just 9.9mm thick. While Honor hasn’t explicitly mentioned the thickness profile of the Magic Vs2, it did give details regarding the weight.

According to Honor, the device weighs just 229 grams. To compare, the Magic V2 weighs 231 grams, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 weighs 253 grams. But it’s not just the slimness and lightweight nature of the device that makes it stand out. There’s more.

Premium Design

To keep the weight of the Magic Vs2 low, Honor has opted for a chassis crafted with aerospace-grade rare earth magnesium alloy. In comparison, it’s 33% less dense and covers 73% of the surface area under the display panel.

Additionally, the Magic Vs2 comes with a superlight Titanium Hinge. Honor manufactured it with class-leading 3D printing technology. It strikes the perfect balance between strength and weight.

Also, the hinge of the Magic Vs2 comes with a gearless structure with a suspended waterdrop design. These two elements ensure a smooth opening and closing experience. Alongside that, you can effortlessly keep the phone at the unfolded stage in various angles.

Display of Magic Vs2

The Magic Vs2 comes with a 6.43-inch outer panel. This OLED display features a 20:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2376×1060. Moreover, the panel’s peak brightness rating is 2500 nits, which ensures excellent visual clarity in most scenarios.

When you unfoled the Honor Magic Vs2, you’ll be greeted with a 7.92-inch OLED display. This foldable panel boasts a resolution of 2344×2156 and can go as bright as 1600 nits. And you can easily get an expansive and highly immersive viewing experience on it.

Besides, Honor Magic Vs2 incorporates multiple display features to maximize user comfort. For example, the two displays come with 3840Hz PWM Dimming, ensuring smooth brightness control. Also, the high PWM Dimming helps to minimize eye strain during prolonged viewing.

Additionally, both displays have support for HDR10+ and feature a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate. What’s more interesting is that the bezels surrounding the screen are symmetrical. This design choice makes the display feel seamless and enhances the viewing experience further.

Flagship-grade Performance

Under the hood, the Honor Magic Vs2 comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Although it’s a one-generation old chipset, it’s still the flagship standard. That means you can expect smooth performance from the foldable phone. Honor has also integrated multiple proprietary enhancements to enhance the performance further.

For example, the Magic Vs2 comes with OS Turbo X and GPU Turbo X solutions. These make system-wide resource optimizations to make you get the best possible performance while running resource-intensive tasks.

On that note, the foldable phone comes with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of onboard storage. Both are plenty for regular to advanced users. And for connectivity, the device sports WiFi, 5G, Bluetooth, and NFC.

There are multiple operating system features available in the Magic Vs2. It’s powered by MagicOS 7.2, which brings a hover function and different split-screen modes. With these, you can take your productivity to the next level.

Other than that, the foldable phone features a 5,000mAh battery with 66W Honor SuperCharge. These battery specs make sure that you stay connected without needing to constantly charge the device.

Camera Capabilities of Honor Magic Vs2

The Honor Magic Vs2 comes with a robust camera setup. On the back, the foldable has a 50MP primary camera. A 20MP telephoto and a 12MP ultra-wide sensor accompany the primary sensor. This triple-camera system can offer detail-rich photos even in challenging lighting conditions.

There are multiple advanced camera features as well. Among them are 40X zoom, an optimized shooting algorithm for portraits, AI Motion Sensing Capture, and night scenes. And on the front, the foldable phone comes with a 16MP snapper that can click rich and vibrant selfies.

Color Options, Pricing, and Availability

You can pick the Honor Magic Vs2 in a range of elegant colors. That includes Midnight Black, Glacier Blue, and Violet Coral. The device is currently available for purchase in China with a starting price of 6999 RMB. That converts to around $958 for the base model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

For the highest-end model, which comes with 16GB of RAM And 512GB of storage, the Chinese pricing is CNY 7699. That converts to around $1052. To compare, the starting price of the Magic V2 is RMB 8999, which is around $1232. And last year, the Magic Vs debuted with a starting price of 7499 RMB, which is around $1026.

“I Focalors hereby welcome you to the nation of Hydro” were some famous last words of the “Hydro archon” after we proceeded to defeat her in the trail and save our two new friends that later turned out to be… sigh* Well, there’s lots of speculation about Focalors or Furina in Genshin Impact and how she’s very suspicious in the lore. But more importantly, she’s coming out in Genshin Impact 4.2, and what we CAN say about her is her kit looks pretty good and might make you want to pull for her. In this guide, let’s look at some of the builds and weapons for Furina and also briefly look at her talents and passives.

Furina Builds in Genshin Impact

The best build for Furina in Genshin Impact is the 4-piece Golden Troupe artifacts set combined with her signature weapon Splendor of Tranquil Waters. Furina will be an off-field DPS or support and Golden Troupe is the perfect artifact set as it increases the damage of a character off-field. The 2-piece Golden Troupe artifact set grants 20% elemental skill damage and the 4-piece increases it by an additional 25% when on the field and an extra 25% when the character is not on the field.

• 4-piece Golden Troupe (Great for off-field DPS and support Furina)
• 4-piece Nobless Oblige (Great alternative to Golden Troupe)
• 2-piece Golden Troupe + 2-piece Emblem of Severed Fate (Good for upping the Elemental Burst recharge time)

Since most of Furina’s damage and healing will come from her HP scaling and Elemental Burst, it is important to stack up as much HP on her as possible, and even stack up a decent amount of Energy Recharge to make sure her Burst recharges quickly. Prioritize Crit Rate, Crit Damage, HP%, and ER% on Flower and Feather, and build Sands and Goblets with HP% as the main stat. The Circlet should have a Crit Rate or Crit Damage for her off-field Crit needs.

4-piece Golden Troupe is an excellent choice for Furina since it grants lots of Elemental Skill damage both while on the field and off the field. And since her elemental burst is one of the centerpieces of her kit and scales off of HP, it’s important to have as much HP on her as possible.

Furina Talents

Furina is a unique character as she can switch Arkhe’s from Ousia to Pneuma, which changes her play style from offensive to healer. Here’s everything you need to know about her Talents and Passives.

• Normal Attack – Soloist’s Solicitation: Furina performs four consecutive strikes dealing physical damage. Her charged attack changes her Arkhe Alignment from Ousia to Pneuma. Her default Arkhe alignment is Ousia. Besides, her normal attack, based on her Arkhe alignment, will cause a Surging Blade or Spirit breath Thorn to descend, which deals Hydro damage.
• Elemental Skill – Salon Solitaire: Summons “Salon members” or “Singers of the Streams” based on Furina’s Arkhe alignment. Ousia summons Salon Members — Ball Octopus-shaped Gentilhomme Usher, Bubbly Seahorse-shaped Surintendante Chevalmarin, and Armored Crab-shaped Mademoiselle Crabaletta. They attack opponents consistently, dealing Hydro damage. When they attack, if the character’s HP is more than 50%, they consume it and increase their damage. HP consumed by the members from 1/2/3/4 characters deals 110/120/130/140% increased damage.
  Pneuma-aligned: Furina unleashes Singers of the Stream, healing HP to other characters based on Furina’s max HP. Both the Pnewma and Ousia-aligned members share one duration, even if Furina uses her charged attack to change the Arkhe’s alignment. So if you summon the singers while already having Salon members, their time limit will be shared.
• Elemental Burst – Let the People Rejoice: Furina deals AoE Hydro damage by creating a foam based on her max HP and all party members gain the “Universal Revelry State.” In this state, when a character’s HP increases or decreases, based on the HP lost or gained, Furina gains one “Fanfare Point.” By doing this, she increases the overall damage and healing to the party member, until the Fanfare points are over.

Furina Passives

• Passive 1 – The Sea is My Stage: The CD of Xenochromatic Fontemer Creatures decreases by 30%
• Passive 2 – Endless Waltz: If your party is healed and the healing overflows, Furina starts healing an active character for 2% of their max HP for 4 seconds.
• Passive 3 – Unheard Confession: For every 1000 HP of Furina, the Ousia-aligned elemental skill damage of Salon Solitaire by increasing the damage dealt by each member by 0.7%, up to a max of 28%. Similarly, for the Pneuma-aligned creature, it will increase the active character healing interval of the Singer of Many Waters by 0.4%, up to a maximum of 16%.

Best Weapons for Furina

There’s no shortage of good swords in Genshin Impact, and since there are lots of good ones, chances are, you may already have one that’s well-suited for Furina. Here are the best weapons for Furina in Genshin Impact:

• Splendor of Tranquil Waters (Best Weapon for Furina)
• Jade Cutter
• Festering Desire (Best F2P option)
• Wolf Fang

Genshin Impact Furina Release Date

The Hydro Archon Furina will be officially out on November 8 and will be available till November 29. The same goes for her signature weapon Splendor of Tranquil Waters. Will you be pulling for Furina or saving for other characters that are yet to come in Genshin Impact 4.2 banners or later? Let us know in the comments section below.

In April of this year, Microsoft announced the discontinuation of its affordable PC accessories. That includes the Microsoft ergonomic keyboards. And if you are unaware, these keyboards were standard for those who wanted the greatest typing comfort in workspaces. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have any premium options left. Take the Logitech Wave Keys, for example.

It’s a recently launched keyboard from Logitech. The keyboard prioritizes ergonomics more than its other keyboards. Logitech says the Wave Keys keyboard will deliver unparalleled comfort at your desk. And to deliver that claim, Logitech has implemented an ergonomic-focused design.

A Closer Look at the Logitech Wave Keys

To deliver the ultimate comfort, Logitech Wave Keys come with a signature wave design. This design makes the users place their wrists, hands, and forearms in a natural typing position. And by doing so, the design promotes comfort. Also, as the keyboard has a standard layout, you don’t even need to relearn typing techniques.

Besides, the Wave Keys come with an integrated cushioned palm rest. This palm rest provides day-long palm support. And the great part is that you can get it in three different color options. So, it’s not like you have to ruin the aesthetics of your setup for integrating this keyboard.

The Logitech Wave Keys also bundle with the Logi Options+ desktop application. With it, you can configure the key mapping and set shortcuts. These will enable you to enhance your typing comfort even further.

On that note, the Wave Keys has similar outlooks to the discontinued Microsoft ergonomic keyboards. But that’s quite expected, as Logitech applied the same basic ergonomic principles. So, if you were bummed about Microsoft’s decision to drop its keyboards, you should definitely consider Logitech’s new keyboard.

Logitech also has approval from US Ergonomics on the Wave Keys. The US Ergonomics is a health and safety organization. It promotes better health and posture in work and productivity environments.

And if you’re wondering, the Wave Keys is now available for buy at $59.99. It comes in Off-white, Graphite, and Rose color variants.

At the 2023 Wonderlust event in September, Apple released the new Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. To be honest, the past few iterations of the Apple Watch have been uninspiring, and this time, the new Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 only come with one under-the-hood upgrade, which is the S9 chipset. However, there’s a software feature that caught everybody’s attention, and it’s the new Double Tap gesture. While the feature did not arrive with the initial release of the watchOS 10, Apple has now enabled this feature with the watchOS 10.1 firmware. So, here’s how you can get the Double Tap feature working on your Apple Watch today and everything you can do with it.

Note: The Double Tap gesture is only available on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 right now.

What is the Apple Watch Double Tap Feature?

Double Tap is a new gesture-based feature that lets you control various functions of your Apple Watch by pinching your thumb and index finger. As mentioned above, it is exclusive to the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2. This feature uses the accelerometer, gyroscope, and heart rate sensor to measure the changes in blood flow through your wrist to detect the double tap.

While Apple already had AssistiveTouch on the Apple Watch, this new feature takes it to a level further by taking advantage of the new S9 SiP found in the latest Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2.

Basically, Apple aims to make it easier for you to navigate through your Apple Watch and perform functions when your other hand is occupied, and only the one on which you wear the Apple Watch is free. The Double Tap feature on the Apple Watch can be useful in situations like when you’re walking your dog, carrying groceries, or holding cups of coffee.

How to Turn On Double Tap on Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2

Unlike other settings, the Double Tap gesture is not enabled by default, so you must turn it on manually to use the feature on your Apple Watch. You can enable the Double Tap gesture directly from your watch or use the Watch app on your iPhone. Here’s how:

On Apple Watch

• Open the Settings app on your Apple Watch, then tap the Gestures option.
• Here, select the Double Tap option at the top, then tap the toggle next to Double Tap to turn it on.

• If prompted, tap the Turn off Accessibility Features button at the bottom of the on-screen alert.
• Now, scroll down and choose your preferred settings for “Playback” (Play/ Pause or Skip) and “Smart Stack” (Advance or Select) for the double tap gesture.

On iPhone

• Open the Watch app on your iPhone, then tap on “Gestures” under the My Watch tab.
• Here, tap the Double Tap option and toggle on the Double Tap feature.
• If prompted, tap the Turn off Accessibility Features button in the pop-up message.
• Now, choose your preferred “Playback” (Play/Pause or Skip) and “Smart Stack” (Advance or Select) settings.

Uses of Apple Watch Double Tap Feature

Simply put, the Double Tap gesture eliminates the need to touch or tap the primary button on-screen to interact with the Apple Watch and can work literally anywhere in the watchOS interface, including but not limited to notifications and in an app. For instance:

• You can use the double tap gesture to play and pause the music when listening to Apple Music, Spotify, or YouTube Music.
• When receiving a call, you can double-tap to pick it up and double tap again to hang up when you are done.
• If you have a timer running on your Apple Watch, you can pause the timer using the double tap gesture and resume the countdown by doing the same.
• As watchOS 10 adds widgets support to your Apple Watch, the double tap gesture can invoke the smart stack from the watch face and navigate through it.
• And here’s my personal favorite, you can reply with a voice message to a received text with a double tap. Check out the Double Tap feature in action on Beebom’s YouTube channel:

Last week, Google unrolled the curtains on the Google Pixel 8 series. And for the chipset of the devices, Google has once again partnered with Samsung. That is, the Tensor G3 found in the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are from Samsung’s 4nm fabrication process.

Under the hood, the Tensor G3 features a 9-core CPU configuration. There’s 1 Cortex X3, four A715, and four A510 cores. In terms of the GPU, the Google Pixel 8 series comes with the Mali G710. But the real question is, how good is the GPU?

Well, the benchmark test results of the Tensor G3 are out. And from the numbers, it’s pretty clear that the Google Pixel 8 devices aren’t the best gaming phones that your money can currently buy.

Tensor G3 of Google Pixel 8 Delivers Weak GPU Performance

Overall, the Tensor G3 inside the Google Pixel 8 devices doesn’t hold up well against the competition. The performance across different benchmarking tools is about 1.5 to 2 generations behind. Here’s a closer look:

3DMark Wildlife Extreme

In 3DMark Wildlife Extreme, the Tensor G3 doesn’t do so well. It’s about as fast as the Apple A14, which is a chipset from 2020. What’s more interesting is that the GPU of G3 is slower than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, which was launched two years back.

As you can see from the comparison table picture attached above, the Tensor G3 of Pixel 8 and Dimensity 9200 share the same GPU. That MediaTek chipset comes with Mali-G715, and it features 11 compute units. However, the Dimensity chipset outperforms the new Tensor SoC by a wide margin.

But they are not identical, as the Dimensity 9200 was fabbed on TSMC’s 4nm node. Also, the Google Pixel 8 SoC features 7 compute units.

GFXBench

On GFXBench Aztec, the Dimensity 9200 once again reigns over the Tensor G3 of Pixel 8. As you can see from the picture attached below, the G3 offers about half the frame rate in the test. In addition, the Tensor draws nearly double the power of the Dimensity 9200.

But on GFXBench test V3.1, the gap between the Tensor G3 and Dimensity 9200 narrows down by a bit. Still, the power draw of the chipsets is the same in this test.

Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which is the current Android flagship chipset, offers about double the FPS in Aztec. It even gets better efficiency scores across the board.

What Does This Mean for Pixel 8 and the Upcoming Android Flagship Chipsets

As the test results from different benchmarking tools show, the Google Pixel 8 isn’t competitive against the current flagship in terms of performance. It only offers a slight improvement over the Tensor G2 found in the Pixel 7 series.

This is bad news for the current Google Pixel flagships, as the Dimensity 9300 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 are just around the corner. Both these upcoming flagship chipsets will be unveiled before the end of this year. And seeing how poor the GPU performance of the Tensor G3 is, it’ll be way behind the two future flagship chipsets.

On that note, the node disadvantage is a piece of bad news for the Samsung Exynos 2400. But it’s worth noting that Samsung integrated RDNA 3-equipped GPU into that chipset. So, the architectural advantage could keep the Exynos 2400 in the game.

For Google Pixels, it seems that the significant performance gap between the current flagships will continue unless Google ditches Samsung’s foundry. And judging by the current state of Google, that’s unlikely to happen anytime soon.