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Richard M. Sherman, ‘Mary Poppins’ Songwriter, Dies at 95

Richard M. Sherman, a two-time Oscar winner who wrote songs for “Mary Poppins,” “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” and the classic Disneyland song “It’s a Small World (After All),” died on Saturday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills of an age-related illness. He was 95.

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iPhone 16 & 16 Pro: 5 Major Display Rumors You Should Know

Your smartphone's screen is what you spend the majority of your time staring at; thus, phone manufacturers have a strong motivation to improve the panels included with new phones. Expect the iPhone 16 to follow similarly when it launches later this year, with each of the four new models receiving considerable display enhancements.

As previously reported, displays have become an important way for phone manufacturers to differentiate their handsets, which explains the desire to add brighter screens with quick refresh rates to the finest smartphones. Certainly, last year's iPhone 15 releases did not pass up the opportunity for a display improvement, with the normal iPhone receiving a brighter panel and Apple reducing the bezels around the iPhone 15 Pro displays....continue reading

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POCO F6 vs POCO F6 Pro: Comparing Key Features and Specs

POCO F6 and POCO F6 Pro were recently launched in the global market. Although they are in the same series, they are also rebranded versions of other Redmi models (Redmi Turbo 3 and Redmi K70 Pro respectively) that were released in China. So, how are they different from each other? Let's find out.

POCO F6 vs POCO F6 Pro: Different flagship chips

POCO F6 was announced in India with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. This is one of Qualcomm's latest high-end chips and was created for affordable flagship devices. On the other hand, the POCO F6 Pro is equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. While the latter is a year older, it should offer similar performance (at least on paper). However, users will find it difficult to notice any difference between the two.

The Chinese brand unveiled the base model with a sleek flat design on the back with three rings for the camera sensors. Meanwhile, the Pro variant has a larger camera island housing three image sensors. This is an area where you can see that the devices were originally from different series of Redmi.

Moving forward, both models feature a 6.67-inch OLED display integrated with a fingerprint scanner and a 120Hz refresh rate. The POCO F6 offers 1.5K resolution and 2,400 nits peak brightness and the F6 Pro comes with a higher 2K resolution and an impressive 4,000 nits peak brightness. This is a flat panel on the F6 Duo with Gorilla Glass Victus protection…..Continue reading

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OnePlus 13 Rumored to Feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Powerhouse

The upcoming OnePlus 13 is rumored to feature satellite connectivity, making it one of the first smartphones to include this advanced feature. This functionality will enable users to send messages and make calls even in areas without traditional cellular coverage, thereby increasing connectivity in remote locations.

Additionally, the OnePlus 13 is expected to be powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset, potentially making it the first phone to come with this processor. This is in line with OnePlus' strategy to remain at the forefront of technology by using the latest Qualcomm silicon.

Other notable features of the OnePlus 13 include a possible switch on ultrasonic fingerprint reader for better security and accuracy and the continuation of high standards in display technology with the possible use of BOE panels. The screen is speculated to be a 6.8-inch OLED, possibly with higher brightness levels than its predecessor.

Design-wise, the camera module may see changes from the circular design of previous models. The phone is also rumored to retain the popular physical mute slider and potentially improve its IP rating for better water and dust resistance.

Overall, the OnePlus 13 promises to bring many advanced features and improvements, making it a significant contender in the smartphone market.

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Samsung Galaxy Ring Debut: Price Leaks & Subscription Fees

Samsung made a new move into the wearables market with the Samsung Galaxy Ring Reveal in February. The new type of digital wearable has yet to unveil all of its details and functions, as we just received a brief teaser in February. We still don't know much about this smart ring, and cost has been one of the key worries until now. A recent leak from the trustworthy Yogesh Brar has revealed a likely price for the forthcoming Galaxy Ring...continue reading

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Kelly Rowland Clashes with Security Guard at Cannes Festival

This year marks the 77th year of the Cannes Film Festival. So far, a lot of celebrities have taken part in this event. On day nine, Kelly Rowland, the well-known singer and actress, was spotted. Kelly captured hearts with her red outfit, but something occurred after that that is going viral on social media.....continue reading

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Kevin Costner gets Cannes standing ovation for 'Horizon'

With his Western epic "Horizon" receiving a 7-minute standing ovation at Cannes and promising "three more" installments, Kevin Costner is unable to hold back his tears........Continue reading

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Michael McDonald's Life-Changing Moment: 27 Years Sober

McDonald, a member of the Doobie Brothers, shares his difficult road with addiction and ultimate sobriety in his new memoir, What a Fool Believes, which is released on Tuesday, May 21. In a graphic section of the book, McDonald had to make a difficult choice after being denied access to family counseling sessions for his wife's drug and alcohol recovery.....continue reading

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Marlon Brando: Everything You Need to Know

Marlon Brando is a cinematic actor who is regarded as one of the most famous American actors of the twentieth century. He has played numerous immortal characters during more than fifty years of performing and is also recognized for films such as A Streetcar Named Desir and The Godfather.... Continue reading