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Upcoming Smartphones in April 2024: April has entered its final week. Even at the end of April, some companies are bringing their smartphones. Among them, the Reamle Narzo series phone, and iQOO are also going to release their latest smartphone series. Realme is going to present a cheap smartphone, while iQoo is going to curtain a midrange smartphone series. Let's know which smartphones will be launched this week..More

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Bandai Brings Upcoming Bandai Namco Nui Tamagotchi Merchandise to 2024 Anime NYC

Some new merchandise has just appeared, and we’re excited! Anime NYC is an annual three-day anime convention for all things anime. It is being hosted at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Hudson Yard, New York City from Friday, August 23rd, 2024, through Sunday, August 25th, 2024.

Bandai is in attendance in several capacities, including Gashapon, but we were really shocked to see that they’re previewing new Tamagotchi merchandise at Anime NYC!

image source: tolovelfromvine on Instagram

First we have the IN Tamagotchi Plush that we originally saw at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con, but now we see Mimitchi! Who is in the Art Style shell. These do not yet have a release date.

image source: tolovelfromvine on Instagram

Second are the Chibi Nui Plushes, both volume 1 and volume 2. Volume 1 feature Mametchi, Mimitchi, Violetchi, Kuchipatchi. We saw these at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con. Now volume 2 features Maskutchi, Memetchi, Gozarutchi, Pochitchi, and Young Mametchi. This is the first time we’re seeing the volume 2 collection, they’re not even listed on the Bandai Namco Nui website. Volume 1 originally launched in Japan April, 2024.

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Third are PuriNui Big Mametchi and Mimitchi plushes which appear to be larger plushes that sit perfectly on any flat surface.

image source: tolovelfromvine on Instagram

Fourth is the Bandai Namco Nui Mametchi PlayCharm Smartphone Plush. This is a super cute way to attach Mametchi to your smartphone! This just launched in Japan in June, 2024.

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New Post has been published on https://www.booksbycarolinemiller.com/musings/a-curmudgeon-in-the-family-of-man/

A Curmudgeon In The Family Of Man

I was grateful to my neighbor for helping me with a technical problem.  He’s the resident guru on computers at the retirement center and far too modest about himself. Aware that I might need his advice in the future, I asked if he’d care to adopt me despite my advanced age.  A smile parted his lips as his gaze dropped to the carpet. “We’re all family here,” he said. I walked away thinking he’d uttered a beautiful notion, though I tend to reject sentiments that are warm and fuzzy.  I’m old enough to know that the history of “the “family of man” is dysfunctional. Since Caine slew Able we’ve worked to perfect the art of violence. Murder isn’t the kind of glue to hold society together, so we attempt to contain it by inventing rules. Murder on a grand scale we call war.  The rules on those occasions are those of The Geneva Convention. The smaller stuff we leave to religion, laws, politics, and the whims of tyranny. But, like the potter who leaves his fingerprints upon newly shaped clay, because we are flawed creatures, the systems we create can be weaponized and used to threaten others. Justice, after all, is the gloved fist of vengeance. Bill Clinton, our 42nd President, sees philanthropy as a better way to promote social cohesion. Philanthropy can help bust through political and cultural gridlock by showing what can be done. He has many true believers, so many that at his last conference on philanthropy, a thousand do-gooders had to be turned away.   Enthusiasm on this scale is heartwarming, but I’m a curmudgeon. I’ve never been keen to turn the world over to philanthropists.  Who are they, after all, but people otherwise known as oligarchs? Nick Caraway in The Great Gatsby told us about them. They are people who don’t think like the rest of us. I doubt any butcher, baker, cowboy, or tailor would choose to live in a Martian colony under Elan Musk’s rules. I place my faith in “we the people.” Democracy’s collective mind is where we are most likely to find common ground. Alexei Navalny, Vladamir Putin’s murdered opponent, was a man of the people. Having survived attempts to assassinate him, he warned his followers their fate didn’t depend upon his survival but upon their will. If it happens, if they decide to kill me, it means we are incredibly strong.  We need to use that power. (“A  Hero of Our Time,” by Mariam Elder, Vanity Fair, April 2024, pg. 34.) His words may seem like a whistle against the dark, but the Ukrainian people are a living example of that courage. Their David and Goliath story can set this curmudgeon’s heart to racing. Even so, dreams can become fodder for blind ambition.      Our Republican House has placed a chokehold on future aid to that country, reversing their past support.  They did it to placate their revenge candidate, Donald Trump, in the upcoming presidential election.  Trump holds a grudge against Ukraine and is happy to curry the favor of their invader, Vladimir Putin.  If elected, our former president promises to leave Ukraine to the Russians. The predatory world in which we live is Nature’s doing, but humans have wasted no time in making a hell out of the heaven they inherited.  Some attempt to escape the violence by turning to drugs or alcohol. Others rely on religion, mysticism, or conspiracy theories for the dopamine high that makes them happy. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and augmented virtual reality could provide other avenues of escape. Their illusions might help us create worlds so satisfying, that many won’t return to planet Earth. For proof of that possibility, observe how people are mesmerized by their smartphones. We humans aren’t algorithms, however. Wherever we go, we drag our dark side behind us like a beloved toy.  That’s a drawback to consider as we cheer the coming of augmented reality. Despite the challenges ahead, like Navalny, I have hope because….well, what else is there?  Fraternity, equality, and liberty are pretty good ideas. To obtain them all we have to do is curb our tribal nature, though some have argued it doesn’t exist. Whether Instinctive or learned, history confirms that group-think seems natural to us.  We desire to be among people who look like us and share our values.  That passion for conformity rivals our growing need to respect diversity and sometimes makes democracy seem like a fool’s dream.    Given my doubts about the future of mankind, I left the caring gentleman at the retirement center with one request.  “please don’t include me as a member of the community.  I prefer to be the resident alley cat.”

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My Family's 2000s Digital Camera (Sony Cybershot DSC-T70) [feat. my Paper Dolls]

DeviantART version → [CLICK ME!]

Hello, April! 🧩🎗️/☀️ I was going make another topic about my PC upgrade, but I have SO MANY things to do, like running a small business from my parents, and my upcoming 🥳 birthday 🎁 this May, with only 6 days remaining.

• Instead, I'll continue my memorable moments, with another camera from my parent's shelves; this is the Sony Cybershot digital camera; Model no. DSC-T70. 📸🙂 This digital cam was launched in mid-2007, with touchable panel screen of 3.0 inch ➕, an 8.1 Megapixels with 3x optical zoom by Carl Zeiss ➕, a full HD of 1080p ➕, and a 860mAh removable battery could last up to 5.5 hours 🟰. Unfortunately, I have some downsides when using this cybershot, like they chose their proprietary "Memory Stick" over the universal "SD Card" for storing photos ➖, inserting a 3rd battery detects counterfeit causing unable to used (sometimes)➖, and the occasion of vibrating the camera when I turn on the power button ➖. Plus, the latter didn't last long compared to today's digital cam if they're still produced today because the Smartphones are already FAR superior with their ridiculous megapixel lens. 📸➡📱 But, that doesn't stop us from using it owing to its portability and the decent 8.1 megapixels inside the Sony cybershot cam.

• And you know, I have some fun memories from using this cam, from my 2012 High School graduation (before I proceeded to vocational college, and ended in 2014 graduation), to food from different places, and even between malls, on Oct 24th, 2016 [CLICK ME! #1] and Nov 27th, 2016 [CLICK ME! #2] respectively. , I still have these on my album for the latter, which was my last shot before I switched to a more compact form of the smartphones above. Also, I do remember buying a 3rd party battery for the DSC-T70 in case that solo battery wasn't enough. And now the battery is dead so is the original counterpart making the cybershot completely useless. 😥

• It now serves as a memorable item that refuses to be thrown away and sold to camera collectors/enthusiasts. Speaking of memorable, my paper dolls remember our Sony digicam! Isn't that nice? Don't worry, we'll never forget you! 🥰📸🤗

BTW: I'm still working on my 4th "PC Upgrade" with editing, cutting, and resizing the vids before typing my records, and posting it. It'll be done in either June or May if possible. 🎞️✂️✍️🖥️

Well, that's all for now! 😊

If you haven't seen my related camera throwbacks, and my previous topic, then I'll provide some links down below. ↓ 😉

• Another 90s Camera: Olympus Camedia C-2000 Z [Jan 29th, 2024]

• My Family’s Old Film Camera (from the 90s) [Aug 29th, 2023]

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• My BRAND NEW SMARTPHONE BY Tecno Mobile [Mar 30th, 2024]

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FLASH REPORT OVERNIGHT: The 7th New Season and a Reboot of Totally Spies airs over to French kids TV channel 'Gulli' in the early mid-May 2024 [#K5NewsFMExclusive] (updated as final!!!)

(Written by Connie Maheswaran & Rhayniel Saldasal Calimpong / Regional Correspondent of Cartoon Network News & Freelance News Writer and Presenter of OneNETnews)

(3rd and FINAL UPDATE) BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA -- 'Totally Spies!' is thus making a fantastic comeback with a new refreshing reboot and an exciting new 7th season to hit the famous French free-to-air kids TV channel 'Gulli'. After 11 years since Season 6 back in 2013, the spy-tastic trio of Samantha "Sam" Simpson, Clover Ewing, and Alexandra "Alex" Vasquez are up to their old tricks on her sleeves, ready to sweep audiences' off their feet once again with their high-flying adventures and stylish espionage.

(ART PHOTO COURTESY: Banijay Kids and Family & Ollenom Studio via Gulli's X Network PHOTO / Originally scheduled from 10:40am -- France local time)

According to a recent tweet post last Monday night on April 22nd (U.S. Pacific local time) from Gulli's official 'X Network' social media account (formerly Twitter and owned by X Corporation), the highly-anticipated reboot of 'Totally Spies!' slated to be broadcast in France later next month. The ongoing revival promises to bring new energetic horsepower to the franchise, providing old-time fans from your nostalgic childhood for girls, and newcomers alike with a different take on the old classic, which much likewise to do so in selected target demographics aside for boys.

(POSTER PHOTO COURTESY: Cartoon Network via FB PHOTO)

Viewers in Canada and American fans are going to have to wait a little bit longer for the English-dubbed release, as reported by Comic Book Resources (CBR), the air of excitement surrounding the return of the aforementioned French animated kids show is palpable. Despite the initial plan for a potential 2023 release, the English dubbing on Cartoon Network (now owned from Turner Broadcasting to Warner Brothers-Discovery) had been pushed back to a potential debut in the fall of 2024, or later sometime by early 2025 onwards. This delay is necessary to create new episodes after the show premieres originally in France, giving fans around the world the opportunity to partake in the spy-filled adventure.

Within late this month of April 2024, we obtained an exclusive trailer video thru DWFH-FM 97.7mhz’s K5 News FM: Dumaguete that the trailer and a teaser combined, which previously deleted from a TikTok video last week (owned by ByteDance Limited).

(SCREENGRAB COURTESY & TRANSLATED BY: Liternaute & Archive_of_Alex via X Network PHOTO)

(PHOTO COURTESY for POTENTIAL REPRESENTATION: Amazon)

The said trailer for the upcoming Season 7 premiere of 'Totally Spies' features an episode titled "Pandapocalypse" where the Spies girls team faces a giant panda causing much chaos in Singapore, as cited from an episode synopsis via french magazine news outlet 'Linternaute'.

(SCREENGRAB COURTESY: Rhayniel Saldasal Calimpong / via Gulli LIVE VIDEO)

While the Spies girls team in later episodes will be futuristic to follow and the early generation of retrospective throughout a potential summer vacation. At the end of the trailer… Alex, Sam and Clover are taking selfies using a WHOOP-sponsored smartphones (which somewhat called Androids or iPhones / iOS). Overall, they will continue to follow the spies on new missions and adventures out of Californian state as they try to maintain their place as WHOOP spies.

(SCREENGRAB COURTESY: Zoo le Mag)

Additional exclusive details provided by the French magazine "Zoo le Mag", shed a light on the new cast as well. Joining our favorite spy trio are the new and returning characters, namingly Gerald James "Jerry" Lewis, now acting as a consultant at a global spy agency 'WHOOP World' after retirement (or World Organization Of Human Protection), and the glamorous Mandy Luxe, who has embarked on her own after high school adventures from Beverly Hills High School (BHHS) in California, United States of America; then studied at Malibu University in California, the said country, after which she now moved to Singapore.

(SCREENGRAB COURTESY: Zoo le Mag)

Apart from the familiar faces, the new blood is set to rock the place, with fresh new protagonists and a male villain, such as the formidable Zerlina (a new head of WHOOP), the ingenious gadget guru 'Toby', and the mysterious 'Cyberchac'. Blending in the old and exciting newcomers altogether, the upcoming new season promises to be an exhilarating ride from start to finish.

The 7th Season premiere of 'Totally Spies' every Sunday mornings in France at 10:40am / 4:40pm in Manila / 3:30am Central U.S., giving the fans a weekly dose of espionage excitement. And for the international fans in Spain and the Middle East for example, there is no need to worry - the series will soon be out in English-dubbed for streaming and viewing for Cartoon Network in various time zones within the later year, making sure no spy enthusiast is left behind on us.

Anticipation builds as the return of your cherished undercover WHOOP agents draws near, guaranteeing a world of excitement, fashion and indelible memories in the realm of the aforementioned French animated kids show.

(SCREENGRAB COURTESY: Rhayniel Saldasal Calimpong / via Gulli LIVE VIDEO)

So, gather your gadgets and get ready to join the big three (3) heroines, and the rest of the gang on their latest mission in Singapore - it's going to be one heckiest wild ride of your life! LIVE and exclusive, starting May 12th, 2024, only on Gulli and streaming LIVE for FREE for French viewers at "replay.gulli.fr/direct"!

ART PHOTO COURTESY: Banijay Kids and Family and Ollenom Studio via Gulli

SOURCE: *https://twitter.com/gulli/status/1782770041051623638 [Referenced X Network Captioned PHOTO via Gulli] *https://kidscreen.com/2022/01/21/gulli-discovery-kids-revive-totally-spies/ [Referenced Classic News Article via Kidscreen] *https://www.cbr.com/totally-spies-season-7-2024-delay/ [Referenced News Article via Comic Book Resources] *https://www.journaldugeek.com/2024/04/23/le-reboot-des-totally-spies-est-la-ou-et-quand-le-regarder/ [Referenced News Article via Journal du Geek] *https://zoolemag.com/actualites/articles/2024/04/1954-le-grand-retour-des-totally-spies [Referenced News Article via Zoo le Mag] *https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoo_(magazine,_2004) *https://www.linternaute.com/television/dessin-anime-totally-spies-p3115468/pandapocalypse-e6438572/ [Referenced Synopsis via Linternaute Magazine News] and *https://www.gulli.fr/programme-tv/totally-spies [Referenced Programme Listings via Gulli]

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UPDATE #1 (as of April 29th, 2024): We got a recording with two trailers, and is to be updated soon within this week. and FINAL UPDATE #2 (as of April 29th, 2024 at 9pm MNL time): We fully appreciate for your patience. Here is an exclusive preview, as recorded by yours truly (above this news article) ^^^^! JUST an IMPORTANT NOTE… It will expire after 3 months. Limited time only. Enjoy and thank you!

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Video Game News Stories for March 3, 2024

Mars After Midnight Lands on the Playdate: The innovative Lucas Pope, known for "Papers, Please," has launched his latest creation, "Mars After Midnight," on the Playdate console. This narrative adventure combines text-based storytelling with unique puzzle mechanics, offering an engaging experience for fans of Pope's previous works.

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Prepares for Deployment: Mobile gamers rejoice! Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile is scheduled to launch on March 21st, 2024, bringing the popular battle royale experience to smartphones and tablets. This free-to-play title promises fast-paced action and intense competition for mobile gamers.

PlayStation Plus Offers Sifu and Destiny 2 Expansion: PlayStation Plus subscribers have something to look forward to this month. Starting March 7th, 2024, they can download the critically acclaimed beat-em-up "Sifu," featuring a unique aging mechanic, alongside the "Destiny 2: Witch Queen" expansion.

Industry Updates:

Saber Interactive Considers Independence: Embracer Group subsidiary Saber Interactive is reportedly exploring the possibility of becoming a private company again. This potential move comes after Embracer's acquisition of several studios, raising questions about the future direction of Saber Interactive.

Toys for Bob Goes Independent: Following recent layoffs at Xbox Game Studios, developer Toys for Bob, known for the "Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy," has announced its independence. The studio's future plans remain unclear, but their decision to go independent signifies a shift in the gaming industry landscape.

Looking Ahead:

Gamers can mark their calendars for these upcoming releases:

No Rest for the Wicked: From the creators of the "Ori" series, Moon Studios, comes their next project, "No Rest for the Wicked." This action RPG is set to enter Early Access on Steam on April 18th, 2024.

The Last of Us Part II HBO Series: Fans of Naughty Dog's award-winning game can experience the story in a new way with the premiere of "The Last of Us Part II" HBO series on April 20th, 2024.

Dragon Age: Dreadwolf: BioWare's highly anticipated sequel, "Dragon Age: Dreadwolf," is expected to arrive sometime in late 2024. Details remain scarce, but fans of the series are eagerly awaiting its release.

New Video Game Releases for March 5th - March 11th

Tuesday, March 5th:

The Outlast Trials (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S): The long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed horror series, The Outlast Trials, finally launches. This time, players face trials in a Cold War-era setting, trying to survive psychological and physical torment.

Quilts and Cats of Calico (PC): This cozy life simulator lets you manage a quilt shop and care for adorable cats.

Mediterranea Inferno (Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S): Experience a challenging action-adventure side-scroller set in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by Mediterranean mythology.

Wednesday, March 7th:

As Dusk Falls (PS4, PS5): This interactive drama tells the story of two families whose lives become intertwined after a robbery goes wrong. Your choices directly impact the narrative.

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley (Switch, PC): Explore the whimsical Moominvalley as Snufkin, encountering familiar characters and solving puzzles in this heartwarming adventure game.

The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend (Quest 3, Quest 2, PC): Embark on a swashbuckling adventure in VR, uncovering ancient secrets and battling enemies as a daring pirate queen.

Friday, March 8th:

Akka Arrh (PS5, PS VR2): This rhythm game throws you into an immersive world of music and movement, requiring you to match the beat with your actions in VR.

Unicorn Overlord (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S): Play as a mischievous unicorn who wreaks havoc on a fantasy kingdom in this quirky action-adventure game.

WWE 2K24 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S): The latest installment of the popular wrestling franchise arrives, featuring updated rosters, new match types, and improved gameplay mechanics.

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Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters for Switch launches January 23, 2024 in the west; Xbox Series and Xbox One teaser trailer

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The Switch version of Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters will launch on January 23, 2024 in the west, publisher Idea Factory International announced.

As previously announced, Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters is also coming to Xbox Series and Xbox One in 2024. A teaser trailer for the Xbox versions showcasing the swimsuit outfits in-game was also released today. These costumes are included with the base game on Xbox Series and Xbox One, but are only available via the Digital Deluxe Edition on Switch.

Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters first launched for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 on April 21, 2022 in Japan, followed by PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam on January 24, 2023 worldwide. The Switch version, which features Maho and Anri as exclusive playable characters (not playable in the PlayStation, PC, or upcoming Xbox versions), launched on August 10, 2023 in Japan.

Here is an overview of the game, via Idea Factory International:

About

While the Goddesses were out responding to a distress call from the faraway PC Continent, Nepgear and the other Candidates were sent to investigate an abandoned laboratory. It was there that they found the “Ashen Goddess,” who trapped them in a deep sleep capsule. By the time they awoke, 2 years had already passed. The latest smartphone, the “rPhone,” dominates the market. Neptune has been missing since her mission to the PC Continent, and in the absence of its Goddess and Candidate, Planeptune was ravaged by a strange new phenomenon, the Trendi Outbreaks. Suddenly finding herself robbed of home and family, Nepgear falls into a deep depression. This is a story about finding hope in the midst of despair, and the rebirth of a Goddess in the wake of destruction.

Key Features

C-C-C-Combo Maker! – As you make your way around the lands of Gamindustri, you’ll encounter a multitude of enemies – it’s time to fight! Employ combos and chain your attacks together in real-time. Take control of the battlefield in a unique tactical action battle system!

Pull off the Planeptune Look with Two New Playable Characters – Throughout the game you’ll discover fun accessories to deck out and customize your party members. Snap a pic in Photo Mode and use the new Manga-style feature exclusive to the Nintendo Switch release. Play as characters created by two legendary game developers – Higurashi from Ryukishi07 and Shanghai Alice from ZUN from the start. The Nintendo Switch version also has two new exclusive playable characters, Maho and Anri!

Do You Hear the People Chirp? – In the wake of the devastation wrought by the Trendi Phenomenon, the vast majority of the population has turned to the rPhone for all manner of daily life, including communication. On your journey, connect to the Chirper social network to take on a variety of side quests put out by those in need and earn special rewards!

Match Game ’23 – On the battlefield you can have three party members out at a time. Match up your team members with a partner for stat increases and elemental bonuses. The stronger the bond, the better the bonus!

Watch the Xbox teaser trailer below.

Xbox Teaser Trailer

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Samsung's Profits Set to Soar Over 1,400% Thanks to AI Boom

Samsung Electronics expects a large growth in profits due to high call for for superior pc chips. The agency's profits for April to June 2024 are projected to rise 15 instances as compared to closing year. The growth is driven with the aid of the growth in artificial intelligence (AI), pushing chip prices up. This has additionally lifted Samsung's shares by way of over 2%. Samsung Electronics is asking forward to a huge leap in earnings, thanks to the substantial use of artificial intelligence (AI). The company predicts its income for the three months as much as June 2024 might be 15 times better than the identical duration remaining year. This is because AI has made advanced pc chips very famous, elevating their prices.Samsung is the largest maker of reminiscence chips, smartphones, and televisions inside the world. Their massive declaration made their stock charges upward thrust more than 2% during early trading in Seoul. They additionally pronounced a massive boom in earnings for the first three months of this 12 months, displaying a ten-fold bounce.For this sector, Samsung expects its profits to attain 10.4 trillion as compared to 670 billion received remaining year. This is even greater than what analysts predicted, who concept it would be 8.8 trillion received. Marc Einstein, a main analyst at Tokyo-primarily based ITR Corporation, explained that there's a huge call for AI chips in records facilities and smartphones right now. The exhilaration round AI has additionally prompted a standard rise inside the inventory market over the last yr. In America, the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq hit new facts. Nvidia, any other large chip-making employer, saw its marketplace value upward push above $3 trillion final month, making it the most valuable business enterprise for a short time. Mr. Einstein cited that the identical AI boom that helped Nvidia is likewise boosting Samsung and the entire tech enterprise.Next week, Samsung may face a three-day strike starting on Monday. The employees' union is requesting a clearer gadget for bonuses and time without work. In end, Samsung is experiencing a huge raise in earnings due to the growing demand for AI chips. Their income for the upcoming sector is predicted to be 15 instances better than closing year, displaying how important AI has come to be in the tech enterprise. Despite some challenges, inclusive of a capability strike, Samsung is ready to keep developing strongly. Read the full article

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OnePlus Pad 2 with the Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

A recent leak reveals the model number and Chinese analogue charging technology for the OnePlus Pad 2.

OnePlus Pad 2 launch date

In 2024, OPPO plans to release a flagship Android tablet that is third generation; however, it may initially be known as the OnePlus Pad 2 outside of China. The gadget is said to have leaked ahead of time in a new tip, which may or may not indicate whether or not it will receive an upgrade to cable charging.

Though they may not introduce a new foldable smartphone in 2024, OnePlus and its “twin” brand OPPO do plan to refresh their primary Android tablet this year, based on fresh rumor’s. There may have been a new leak that included further specifications for this upcoming slate.

The 3C safety regulator apparently just gave the OPPO OPD2404 the go-ahead to be sold in China. Given that its charging speed is specified, it is assumed that the new listing relates to the “Pad 3”.

In that case, it appears from the leak that the tablet comes with a new charger, model number VCB7OACH, which is somewhat similar to past chargers that OnePlus or OPPO have provided along with devices for testing.

It does, however, support the same 67W SuperVOOC charging technology as the Pad 2 (and OnePlus Pad), which may correlate with rumor’s of the next-generation tablet’s essentially unaltered battery capacity.

Based on this, it appears that the OPPO Pad 3/OnePlus Pad 2 will only see major improvements in terms of its new screen and SoC, which in the case of the latter will be the same as that of the OnePlus 12 flagship smartphone (as found fresh on Amazon).

The OnePlus Pad 2 may have these specs:

Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor from Qualcomm.

12.1-inch 144Hz LCD panel with 2000 × 2800 pixels for display.

10500mAh battery.

256GB of storage.

Memory: 8 GB.

50 megapixel rear camera with autofocus.

The OnePlus Pad 2’s real specifications may differ from these rumours.

On the other hand, the OnePlus Pad 2 might be a very potent and competitive tablet if they turn out to be correct.

Tablets may have the first Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 CPU.

A large 12.1-inch 144Hz panel with 2000 × 2800 pixels may be fun.

Leaked: 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, 10500mAh battery.

Back camera (maybe 50MP) without storage.

Everything is based on leaks and hearsay.

Since OnePlus hasn’t announced the Pad 2, its specs and release date may change.

Here are a few more points to remember:

Design: There are no official details as of yet, however it might have a sleek, light build and adhere to the same design philosophy as the original OnePlus Pad.

Software: Android 13.1 is anticipated to be used.

The OnePlus Pad 2 seems powerful.

A high-performance Android tablet with the newest CPU may be worth investigating. Wait for the formal announcement.

OnePlus Pad 2 may have impressive features:

Powerful Processor: The latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 CPU is expected (April 2024). The Pad 2 becomes a flagship tablet for performance-intensive tasks.

Large display: A 12.1-inch 2000 x 2800 panel with 144Hz refresh rate is claimed to have faultless images and responsiveness.

Camera: The OnePlus Pad 2 may have a 50MP primary sensor for better photography than the previous model.

Greater Battery and Faster Charging: Leaks indicate a 10500mAh battery and 80W fast charging for faster power ups than the previous Pad.

Operating System: The Pad 2 may run Android 13.1 with OnePlus’s OxygenOS 13.1 for a customized experience.

This information is based on rumor’s and leaks, thus OnePlus Pad 2 features may vary. They’ll wait for OnePlus’ formal announcement.

US: $450-$550

Europe: €400-€500

Great Britain: £350-£450

Reasons why this is an estimate:

Exchange rates can change, thus the price may be greater or cheaper based on the market and release time.

Regional Variations: OnePlus may alter prices given market and competition.

Local taxes and import charges affect consumer prices.

OnePlus Pad 2 Advantages:

Improved Display: Rumours include a 12.1-inch 2000 x 2800 display with 144Hz refresh rate, like the original Pad. Gaming and scrolling may be smoother and more responsive.

Faster Charging: The OnePlus Pad 2 may recharge its huge battery faster than the original Pad using 80W fast charging.

Better Camera: The 50MP rear camera (compared to 13MP on the original Pad) may boost low-light images.

Latest Software: OnePlus Pad 2 will run Android 13 with OxygenOS 13.1 for the latest features and security.

Additional Benefits:

More RAM (8GB or 12GB) than the original Pad.

Increased base storage (256GB+).

The OnePlus Pad 2 may be a good Android tablet for hardcore users if the rumours are accurate.

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[kuiperkat]

May’s Night Sky Notes: Stargazing for Beginners

by Kat Troche of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Millions were able to experience the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, inspiring folks to become amateur astronomers – hooray! Now that you’ve been ‘bitten by the bug’, and you’ve decided to join your local astronomy club, here are some stargazing tips!

The Bortle Scale

The Bortle scale helps amateur astronomers and stargazers to know how much light pollution is in the sky where they observe.

International Dark Sky Association

Determining the Bortle scale of your night sky will help narrow down what you can expect to see after sunset. Of course, other factors such as weather (clouds namely) will impact seeing conditions, so plan ahead. Find Bortle ratings near you by visiting www.lightpollutionmap.info and entering your location in the Search bar at the top of the page. Additionally, you may click on the map to select your location, providing you with such details as coordinates, Bortle class, and elevation. The map FAQ can be found at: www.lightpollutionmap.info/help.html

No Equipment? No Problem!

A full view of the northern hemisphere night sky in mid-May.

Stellarium Web

Interactive sky maps, such as Stellarium Web, work well with mobile and desktop browsers, and are also great for learning the constellations in your hemisphere. There are also several astronomy apps on the market today that work with the GPS of your smartphone to give an accurate map of the night sky.

Keep track of Moon phases. Both the interactive sky maps and apps will also let you know when planets and our Moon are out! This is especially important because if you are trying to look for bright deep sky objects, like the Andromeda Galaxy or the Perseus Double Cluster, you want to avoid the Moon as much as possible. Moonlight in a dark sky area will be as bright as a streetlight, so plan accordingly! And if the Moon is out, check out this Skywatcher’s Guide to the Moon: bit.ly/MoonHandout

Put On That Red Light

If you’re looking at your phone, you won’t be able to see as much. Our eyes take approximately 30 minutes to get dark sky adapted, and a bright light can ruin our night vision temporarily. The easiest way to stay dark sky adapted is to avoid any bright lights from car headlights or your smartphone. To avoid this, simply use red lights, such as a red flashlight or headlamp.

The reason: white light constricts the pupils of your eyes, making it hard to see in the dark, whereas red light allows your pupils to stay dilated for longer. Most smartphones come with adaptability shortcuts that allow you to make your screen red, but if you don’t have that feature, use red cellophane on your screen and flashlight.

Up next: why binoculars can sometimes be the best starter telescope, with Night Sky Network’s upcoming mid-month article through NASA's website!

[phonemantra-blog]

Calling all budget-minded smartphone enthusiasts in India! Vivo is gearing up to launch the T3X 5G on April 17, 2024, and it promises to be a compelling option for those seeking a combination of affordability, performance, and long battery life. Here's a detailed look at everything we know so far about the Vivo T3X 5G. Unveiling the Specs: What's Confirmed About the Vivo T3X 5G Vivo has been gradually revealing key details about the T3X 5G in the lead-up to its launch. Here are the confirmed features that will equip this upcoming phone: Vivo T3X 5G Massive 6,000mAh Battery: The T3X 5G boasts a whopping 6,000mAh battery, promising exceptional endurance on a single charge. This is particularly noteworthy in the sub-Rs 15,000 price segment, where large batteries are often a rarity. Speedy Performance with Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC: Vivo claims the T3X 5G will be the "fastest smartphone in the segment" thanks to the inclusion of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC. This processor delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks, multimedia, and even some light gaming. Stylish Design Options: The phone will be available in two eye-catching color variants: Celestial Green and Crimson Bliss. While official images haven't been released yet, leaks suggest a circular camera module on the back, housing two rear sensors along with an LED flash. Large Display with Smooth Scrolling: Rumors suggest the T3X 5G will sport a spacious 6.72-inch FHD+ IPS LCD. An expected 120Hz refresh rate should ensure smooth scrolling and transitions for a more immersive viewing experience. Additional Features and Potential Specs (Based on Leaks and Rumors) While Vivo hasn't officially confirmed everything, leaks, and rumors paint a clearer picture of what to expect: Camera System: The T3X 5G is tipped to feature a dual-camera setup on the back. The primary sensor is expected to be a 50MP unit, capable of capturing decent photos in good lighting conditions. A secondary 2MP sensor might be included for depth effects in portrait mode. On the front, an 8MP selfie camera is rumored. Storage Options: The T3X 5G might be available in multiple storage configurations, including 4GB/128GB, 6GB/128GB, and 8GB/128GB variants. This allows users to choose the option that best suits their needs and budget. Fast Charging: While the exact fast-charging capabilities haven't been revealed yet, given the presence of a large 6,000mAh battery, it's reasonable to expect support for at least 18W fast charging. Price and Availability: Here's When and Where to Get the Vivo T3X 5G The Vivo T3X 5G is confirmed to launch in India on April 17, 2024, at noon IST (Indian Standard Time). The phone is expected to be priced under Rs 15,000, making it a highly competitive option in the budget 5G segment. It's anticipated to be available for purchase through Flipkart, though Vivo might also offer it through its online store and select offline retailers. FAQs: Q: Who is the Vivo T3X 5G ideal for? A: The T3X 5G is a great option for budget-conscious users who prioritize long battery life, decent performance, and a large display. Gamers seeking high-end graphics capabilities might need to look elsewhere, but for everyday tasks and casual gaming, the T3X 5G should be sufficient. Q: How does the Vivo T3X 5G compare to other upcoming budget 5G phones? A: With its confirmed 6,000mAh battery, the T3X 5G stands out in its price segment. Competitors like the Motorola G64 5G (also launching in India) offer the same battery capacity, but the T3X 5G might boast a faster processor and potentially more stylish design options. Q: What color options will be available for the Vivo T3X 5G? A: The Vivo T3X 5G will be offered in two stylish color variants: Celestial Green and Crimson Bliss, catering to different style preferences. Q: When and where can I purchase the Vivo T3X 5G? A: The Vivo T3X 5G will be available for purchase starting from April 17, exclusively on Flipkart. Stay tuned for more updates on its availability.

[inspire2rise]

Realme GT Neo6 SE: A Glimpse into the Sleek Design and Advanced Features of the Upcoming Smartphone

On April 6, 2024, Realme unveiled the appearance details of the “Liquid Silver Knight” color variant of its upcoming GT Neo6 SE model. Expected to launch next week, this new smartphone showcases a sophisticated light matte splice design combined with a metallic feel. The rear of the device is adorned with a high-grade stainless steel lens ring, employing nano mirror plating technology and mist AG…

[gadgetsboy]

OnePlus Takes on Google and Samsung with its new AI Eraser Feature

The advent of AI-powered smartphone features has undoubtedly been one of the biggest industry trends within the mobile device market for the past couple of years, with various manufacturers adding a bit of AI to their device offerings. With that in mind, OnePlus is looking to join in on the AI craze, especially since its OnePlus 12 flagship is powered by an AI-capable chipset. More specifically, the company announced that it will be launching its new AI Eraser image editing feature, which will be available for select OnePlus smartphone models. The company says that AI Eraser will be Powered by OnePlus’ proprietary models, and marks a "revolutionary step forward" with regards to its smartphone technology. Kinder Liu, President and COO of OnePlus comments: “Empowering users with advanced, practical technology is what we live for at OnePlus...We believe that the potential for generative AI on mobile devices is enormous, with the power to completely transform productivity and creativity. As OnePlus' first feature based on generative AI technology, AI Eraser represents the first step in our vision to liberate user creativity through AI and revolutionize the future of photo editing, empowering users to create remarkable photos with just a few touches. This year, we plan to introduce more AI features, and we look forward to their upcoming availability.” Working similar to Google's Magic Eraser and Samsung's Galaxy AI, OnePlus' AI Eraser allows users to select and remove unwanted objects within images from the Photo Gallery. Users can highlight objects including pedestrians, trash, or other unwanted elements in a photo, allowing the built-in AI to analyze the selected area and generate a replacement background which blends into the surrounding environment. OnePlus says that the AI Eraser is the result of its efforts to double-down on R&D investments towards the development of accurately-made AI-generated content. The company adds that the proprietary model that powers the new feature has been trained on a vast dataset that allows it to comprehend complex scenes, and is able to intelligently substitute unwanted objects with contextually appropriate elements that enables users to make high-quality photo edits anywhere and at any time. Nicole Zhang, General Manager of AI Product at OnePlus adds: "Greater convenience and efficiency driven by the fusion of AI and smartphones will empower people to spend more time doing the things they love... All OnePlus AI features are built from genuine user needs, and we will continue to invest heavily in developing more revolutionary AI-based features that move us closer to our vision for a more convenient future for all." AI Eraser is one of several new AI features to arrive on Android smartphones, with Google recently announcing Circle to Search and Gemini Nano for more of its Pixel devices, for example. According to OnePlus, the AI Eraser feature will begin to arrive for OnePlus devices globally starting from April. Several phones including the OnePlus 12, OnePlus 12R, OnePlus 11 and OnePlus Open will be compatible with the feature, while handsets for users in Europe will begin to receive these features later in Q2 2024. Read the full article

[havitofficial]

HAVIT Unveils Flagship Product at CES 2024

Recently, the renowned electronics brand HAVIT showcased its latest products at the prestigious global tech show, CES 2024, unveiling the flagship product in the audio product line. Throughout the show, HAVIT's booth attracted a constant stream of visitors, garnering immense attention.

During the event, HAVIT hosted a new product launch, presenting its latest offerings in audio devices, gaming peripherals, mobile accessories, and smart life electronic products to customers from around the world. The showcased products drew customers from around the world, seeking to experience the products and explore potential collaborations. HAVIT, keenly observing changes in consumer demands for headphones, presented a range of new headphones at the event, emphasizing excellent audio quality, performance, and versatility for various scenarios.

The flagship product, SPACE NC ZERO (H655BT PRO) Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones, obtained Hi-Res Audio certification from Japan Audio Society and Consumer Electronics Association, authentically reproducing rich music details for users. Beyond outstanding noise cancelling performance for undisturbed music enjoyment, it boasts an impressive 80-hour battery life, keeping away from low battery anxiety without frequent charging concerns. Designed with ergonomic optimization for the majority of head and ear shapes, the headphones feature skin-friendly materials, providing users with the freedom and comfort to switch between different scenarios and enjoy music.

The performance of the showcased gaming headphones was equally impressive. The popular H2002d gaming headphones ranked first in gaming headphone sales on Amazon Brazil. Many new customers, after experiencing this headset on-site, expressed recognition and love. With the rapid development of mobile games and mobile gaming devices in recent years, an increasing number of players are spending more time outdoors and playing games on mobile devices. HAVIT seized this trend in the gaming headphones market and introduced the new Fuxi-H3 Quad-Mode Wireless Gaming Headphones. Fuxi-H3's four connection modes allow users to seamlessly switch between different devices such as computers, PS, handheld gaming consoles, and smartphones. In addition to the 24-hour wireless battery life supporting all-day gaming and outdoor use, the product's low latency of as little as 24ms and immersive gaming sound left on-site customers praising its performance.

Throughout the entire show, attendees flocked to HAVIT's booth to experience the new products. After gaining further insight into the products, many customers are currently in discussions for potential agency collaborations, with some even signing agency contracts on the spot. The HAVIT team wholeheartedly provided a professional introduction and satisfactory services to every buyer, establishing mutually beneficial partnerships with buyers from around the world.

At CES 2024, HAVIT showcased its premium products, innovative capabilities, and new technological applications, further expanding HAVIT's brand awareness and establishing more collaborations. In the future, amidst the ever-changing global trade environment, HAVIT remains committed to meeting the evolving needs of consumers, persisting in independent research and development, and continuously introducing new products to serve users globally. Look forward to the upcoming release of the H655BT PLUS Hybrid Active Noise Canceling Headphones in April 2024!

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Title：HAVIT showcased hybrid active noise cancelling wireless headphones at CES 2024

Describtion: HAVIT showcased its latest products hybrid active noise cancelling wireless headphones SPACE NC ZERO (H655BT PRO) at the prestigious global tech show, CES 2024

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[twatkcox]

[#2024]

As this year ends, another one comes. Anyway, here are some of the notable things in my life that happened in 2023:

TWATKcox’s tenth-anniversary post was supposed to be published before the end of January. In fact, I’ve been working on a timeline-like post of the blog’s history (including its Tumblr counterpart and its spin-offs, plus some of the notable events in my life) since October last year, but I was only halfway through this extensively lengthy post that I decided to hold off on it for now and work on a different post, which only features the blog’s history and my blogging activities throughout its decade-long run. The timeline-inspired post will have to wait until at least next year.

I created some new banners for all of my blogs. Yes, The Quirk Concept and Literary+Fanfiction will have their very own set of banners for the first time.

As I’m preparing to resume my weekend rituals once again, for the first time in almost three years, I decided to buy some new pairs of black slacks (my old ones no longer fit on me as I’ve gained some weight in the past three years), a pair of new canvas belts, a new black cap, and a pair of black walking shoes (which I bought at Decathlon). Later, I decided to buy a new watch (bought at Mr. DIY back in May) after the old one’s battery died.

The SIM card registration bill was signed into law since 4Q 2022. All subscribers must register their SIM cards until the end of April. I managed to register my Smart SIM last February, and my GOMO (Globe) SIM last March.

My Vivo Y53 from 2018 (my second smartphone) started having problems with its battery. I’ve noticed that while the device is connected to Wi-Fi, the battery drains rapidly, thus the need to have it repaired. Well, the phone’s battery finally gave up on me after five years of use, and the only way to power it is through plugging it to a charger. I decided to have it fixed, since I still loved that phone and I could probably use it as a secondary phone/music player (it didn’t last long, though, just for five months). Lately, I was planning on buying an entry-level smartphone, even though I still have a mid-range smartphone, the Motorola Moto G 5G Plus, which is my primary phone since last year.

In February, my first mall-hopping trip for this year (my second since the pandemic) took place in the North Avenue malls (SM City North EDSA, Trinoma, Vertis North), and I managed to buy some second-hand manga books during my trip. SM North EDSA’s The Block is undergoing a makeover, and the layout on the upper floors was changed. Also, I get to see the Unified Grand Central Station (it was actually called North Triangle Common Station) from the Sky Garden (still in SM City North EDSA).

I finally decided to create a GCash account, mainly to buy load for my GOMO SIM (there are no load options outside of the GOMO, GCash, and PayMaya apps), and eventually, as an e-wallet payment for online shopping apps. Within an hour, I managed to sign up and verify my account without any problems. I eventually applied for a GCash card later that year and got it after a few days, With the GCash card, I can withdraw my funds at any ATMs whenever needed. I haven’t tried using it for in-store purchases yet, but maybe one of these days.

I finally resumed writing stories by March, focusing on the upcoming Literary special that I’ve been working on since 2017. At the same time, I’m fully committed to writing a bunch of stories, poems, and fan fiction for the Lit+Fan blog that I created back in 2020.

I discovered another awesome coffee shop (Cafe Luca), in addition to the ones I discovered (and visited) since last year. They have some ice blend (frappuccino) and espresso, plus a variety of non-coffee drinks, food, and desserts. It was actually more of a restaurant than a cafe, with a refreshing ambience and a wide, breezy alfresco area surrounded by plants and a few trees.

In May, I bought a new bag, a cross-body/sling bag that is a little smaller than the previous one (the old bag strap’s dog hook snapped and I initially wanted to have the it fixed). Although all of my things somehow fit inside the bag, it feels incredibly crowded inside. I later bought another bag, a larger one, online.

I decided to get a new pair of glasses from Owndays, as my old pair is starting to strain my eyes. I’m having a hard time seeing things with that old pair, which I’ve been wearing for nearly fifteen years. Can you believe that? Well, that should improve my extremely poor eyesight without the need to leaning my way through the computer screen or squinting my eyes to see everything clearly, but once I take it off, my vision is getting a lot more more blurry than ever, like there’s a thin layer of smoke even though there isn’t. Luckily, my (blurry) vision retuned to normal after a few months.

For the first time since the pandemic, the Pinoy Otaku Festival is making a comeback, via POF 2023: Shizen. The event’s theme is about environmental awareness. It is actually part of the Four Weekend Plan, but I wasn’t able to announce the concept until the event ended. Well, that was fun, though I kind of wished Pixel Hero was at the event too.

I bought a new wired selfie stick (I tend to call it a monopod for some reason) at a Mi pop-up store (Fairview Terraces), replacing the one I bought from Bavin five years ago due to the frayed (but still useable) cable. Regarding the latter, I still managed to use it during POF 2023: Shizen, mainly for selfies with cosplayers.

Speaking of the Four Weekend Plan, I somehow managed to begin this year’s T4WP with a visit to Drip’n Cafe and end it with a mall-hopping trip to Manila (including stopovers in Valenzuela and Caloocan). And then I decided to add a fifth weekend, which is all about reviving my interest to write stories once again, for the first time since the pandemic started.

Twitter (now called X) is starting to get worse. The automatic post sharing from WordPress and Tumblr to that problematic social media platform no longer works. As a result, I’m forced to manually post links to my recent blog posts to my Twitter account, making sure that I replicate the ones posted on the Facebook page.

In May, I decided to write some new stories to be included in the upcoming literary special, as I’m not impressed with how some of the finished ones turned out to be (the plot in these finished works are incredibly messy and awful, not to mention cringey in general). In addition, I’m planning to combine two of the stories into a lengthy one. Of course, a couple of the finished ones will be retained, but these will be subject to minor revisions and possible additions.

The first post in the TWATKcox@10 series (a series of posts celebrating TWATKcox’s 10th anniversary in cyberspace) was published. At the same time, I also started replacing the banners in all of the posts (the ones that have them, of course) which took me a few months to accomplish. I’m also doing the same for its Tumblr counterpart.

On first week of June, I decided to download the Lazada app in hopes of searching (and buying) some of the stuff that I couldn’t find in physical stores. At this point, I’m increasingly frustrated trying to buy certain stuff, as some stores only carry the same, boring stuff. Heck, I could even buy almost everything on the app. Speaking of which, I bought three anime shirts, two new phone cases (for my two smartphones), and two long fingerless gloves (in black and gray), spending more than a thousand pesos on these items within a week. And while I’m there, I also download the Shopee app as well, where I bought three pins from Pixel Hero, as well as a cotton kimono-styled jacket.

On the first week of July, I joined Threads, a potential alternative/replacement to Twitter, two days after it was launched. At the same time, I’m planning to delete my Mastodon account since I never used it much (well, I’m still deciding on it). Regarding my Twitter accounts, I’m keeping them up and running for the time being.

For the first time, in September, I managed to attend two events in a single day. Yup, the Manila International Book Fair 2023 and the Best Of Anime 2023: The Reunion were held at the same venue, SMX Convention Center Manila. The Best Of Anime event was the second otaku/anime event I’ve attended after POF 2023: Shizen.

I celebrated my birthday with just a simple feast (and two cakes). Nothing special, really, though I decided to spend the following weekend at a cafe in Lagro as a special birthday treat to myself.

I get to attend the Ozine Fest Halloween Special (the third otaku event I attended for this year) at the Fairview Terraces. I bought some nice souvenirs, including a small Pochita plushie and a book by AJ Bacar (Sskait). I decided to skip the second day of the event for some reason, though I sort of kick myself for not going.

I’ve been looking to update my wardrobe since 2019, but I only started buying black anime shirts (mostly online), plus a black twill over shirt, a couple of button shirts, and a jogger pants (all from Uniqlo), black linen shirt (from H&M), a Kimono jacket that I bought (from Shopee), and some plain black and maroon shirts (online). Plus some pairs of red, dark red, and black socks (also from Uniqlo).

Our accounting office had a Christmas party at Music 21 Plaza in Timog Avenue (Quezon City). I managed to enjoy the event but I didn’t feel like singing at all.

We only had a simple feast on Christmas and New Year’s Eve. After all, at least in our family, there’s no point in cooking a lot of food when there’s only the four of us, and not all of us are heavy eaters.

Anyway, I was hoping for things to go back to normal, and we’re already heading to that. But I can’t really expect things to happen the way I want. But before I lose hope, there are some things and events worth looking forward to:

Chinese New Year 2024 (a mall-hopping trip in Ayala Center or Rockwell/Circuit Makati with a stopover in Binondo, Manila)

TWATKcox’s 11th Anniversary Post

Pinoy Otaku Festival 2024: YUME (Robinsons Novaliches Trade Hall)

TWATKcox Literary Post Special (tentative)

#TheFourWeekendPlan Y3 (coinciding with POF 2024: YUME)

10000+ Word Autobiography (tentative)

Manila International Book Fair 2024

An All-Black Birthday Celebration

My First Novel (I’m currently juggling between several drafts at the moment)

Several mall-hopping trips and visiting new (and renovated) malls (including Mitsukoshi BGC, Gateway Mall 2, GH/Greenhills Mall, and the newly-renovated SM Sta. Mesa)

And my plans for 2024?

Buy a new phone, preferably with the same specs as the Motorola Moto G 5G Plus. I’m aiming at Xiaomi or Honor, probably Samsung (or maybe other brands). I’m also considering buying a tablet, if I can find one that has better specs and/or of great value.

I’m definitely going to work on my very first novel. So far, I’m progressing a little, but hey, a progress is still a progress.

I’ll definitely need to reorganize a lot of stuff in my room, as well as the files on my PC. Might probably prepare for a possible storage upgrade (a large capacity hard drive, maybe) since I’ve downloaded tons and tons of stuff since the pandemic, not to mention that the hard drive’s three years old already.

Updating the banners on some of the posts, as well as the ones on the Tumblr site.

I’ll probably need to buy some drawers. Or some shelves.

Read a lot of books, especially manga and light novels.

Create an artwork. The canvases I bought since 2020 are still blank and could probably use some creative scribbles and drawings... or whatever.

I might need to readjust my body clock, as I tend to fall asleep at times (mostly after dinner). Probably the combined effects of disturbed circadian rhythm and sleep deprivation in the recent years.

Maybe I should try to be kinder to myself, since I tend to say and write a bunch of negative stuff (mostly about myself) nowadays. I need to keep my sanity intact, for the sake of my own happiness.

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2023 wasn’t really that kind to me, at least for the most part. But for some reason there are some good things to be thankful for. Well, despite the good things that happened, I still considered 2023 as the cursed year, ever.

Yup, another year has passed. And another year comes. It’s a never-ending cycle, don’t you agree? But I hope that this year will be a lot better than the previous one.