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Today’s Moon Phase: How the Moon Appears on April 13
See the Moon phase expected for April 13, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.
Huawei surpasses Apple and Samsung with innovative wide foldable
Apple and Samsung have both been strongly linked with plans for foldable phones in a boxy, wide aspect ratio, but it looks like another company will get there first. Huawei has just revealed the design of the Pura X Max, a new foldable it’s launching in China next week, and its passport-esque form factor is […]
The Launch of the New Wide Foldable Smartphone, Not by Samsung
Huawei has unveiled its latest foldable smartphone, the Pura X Max, which seeks to surpass rivals such as Samsung and Apple by being the first “horizontally wide” folding device. In contrast to the conventional tall foldables, the Pura X Max sports a broader design, enhancing usability when closed. The gadget boasts an exterior display of about 5.5 inches and an interior display measuring 7.69 inches with a 16:10 aspect ratio. Preorders are currently available in China with a deposit of 1,000 yuan, although global launch details are still unclear. The phone is anticipated to utilize the Kirin 9030 chipset and will come in five hues: black, white, blue, gold, and orange. The official launch is scheduled for April 20.
Hack Targets Basic-Fit, Impacting Members in Multiple Countries and 200,000 in the Netherlands
The breach exposed names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, and bank account details. No passwords or identity documents were accessed. The Dutch Data Protection Authority has been notified. Basic-Fit operates over 1,300 clubs across seven European countries. Basic-Fit, Europeâs largest budget fitness chain by club count, has disclosed a data breach affecting […]
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London Fintech Round Secures $6M Seed Funding for Payroll Operations
The London fintech, used by Cleo and PostHog, has closed a seed round led by Alstin Capital, with Backed VC and Love Ventures participating. The co-founder of Indeed also joined as an angel. Passion Capital, an early backer of Monzo, Tide, and GoCardless, doubled its investment. Round, a London fintech that automates treasury management, payments, […]
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Europe Alters Its Own Rules to Compete with America
On 19 November 2025, the European Commission published its Digital Omnibus package, a legislative proposal to amend the AI Act, the GDPR, the ePrivacy Directive, the Data Act, and several cybersecurity frameworks in a single stroke. The word âsimplificationâ appeared 23 times in the accompanying press release. Six days earlier, a coalition of 127 civil […]
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Eka Ventures, a UK impact VC, closes second fund at $107M
When Eka Ventures held the final close of its first fund at £68 million in 2021, the London-based firm staked a claim that few UK VCs were willing to make at the time: that impact investing and venture-scale returns were not a trade-off but a thesis. Five years later, it is doubling down. Eka has […]
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The Biggest Orbital Compute Cluster Now Available
Kepler Communications is flying 40 GPUs in Earth orbit. And its latest customer is Sophia Space.
Hands-On Evaluation: OPPO Find X9 Ultra – Possible Camera Device of 2026
The Find X9 Ultra showcases a design that echoes classic cameras, and it appears stunning.
During my review of the Vivo X300 Ultra last week, I mentioned that it would require something exceptional to compete with its cameras. OPPO is striving to achieve just that with the Find X9 Ultra, and although I cannot discuss the cameras at this moment, the fact that the device is making its global debut this year — similar to the X300 Ultra — suggests there are two formidable options for those seeking a camera-centric upgrade in 2026.
I will delve into the Find X9 Ultra’s cameras and its performance compared to the X300 Ultra in my review, but first, let’s examine the design itself. OPPO has demonstrated over the last three years a willingness to explore various styles, and the Find X9 Ultra looks nothing like the Find X8 Ultra or its predecessors. If anything, the striking style is akin to a classic camera, and I appreciate that the brand embraced this aesthetic — I prefer this design over Xiaomi’s tailored 17 Ultra with Leica embellishments.
The back of the Find X9 Ultra is covered in leather, providing a pleasant feel while holding and using it. The phone is robustly constructed, and while it features flat edges, the rounded bevels along the sides ensure comfort during everyday use. In that regard, it resembles the X300 Ultra, and the camera module is even more pronounced.
The camera module prominently features in the design at the rear, and you can easily gauge the type of cameras OPPO has incorporated this year just by the apparent size of the modules. Similar to Vivo, OPPO adopted a design where a ring surrounds the camera module, featuring metallic accents with an orange finish that introduces an appealing contrast.
It’s clear that the camera module protrudes significantly from the body, which is expected with Ultras generally and the substantial cameras they incorporate. Nevertheless, the island’s design and its centered placement minimize any wobbling when placing the Find X9 Ultra on a surface.
I also appreciate that the dedicated camera button on the right features an orange accent, adding to the overall elegant and polished feel of the design. This is the Tundra Umber variant, and while the Find X9 Ultra is also available in an orange shade, that version does not come in leather.
OPPO’s logo is prominently displayed on the back, receiving equal visibility alongside Hasselblad. The combination of the leather back and metal finish works exceptionally well, and while the phone has some weight to it, it remains manageable.
Having recently used the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Ultra, and Vivo X300 Ultra, I believe I prefer the design of the Find X9 Ultra the most. The leather finish significantly enhances this aspect, giving the phone the appearance of a high-end Hasselblad camera, which is likely the goal OPPO sought to achieve. Fortunately, I will be able to share my complete impressions of the Find X9 Ultra very soon; for now, it’s thrilling that the phone is set to be available beyond China.
