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iQOO 13 unleashes the full potential of Snapdragon® 8 Elite with joint tuning for the ultimate mobile experience

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1 year ago

November 28, 2024

Simultaneously supported by iQOO’s Q2 chip, iQOO 13 raises the performance bar with advanced speed, stability, imaging, and cooling for mobile users who expect more.

DONGGUAN, China, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — iQOO, an independent sub-brand of vivo, today announced the overseas launch of iQOO 13, setting a new standard for mobile performance through a powerful combination of advanced engineering and collaboration with Qualcomm. Designed for users who seek exceptional speed, stability, and immersive experiences, iQOO 13 leverages the Snapdragon® 8 Elite processor with custom tuning for unprecedented responsiveness. From seamless multitasking to superior gaming and photography capabilities, iQOO 13 represents a breakthrough in high-performance smartphone design, built to meet the demands of tech enthusiasts, gamers, and everyday phone users worldwide.

“With iQOO 13, we set out to redefine what performance means in a smartphone,” said Dejian Li, General Manager of vivo Global Product Department. “By working closely with Qualcomm, we’ve pushed the Snapdragon® 8 Elite to its full potential, from advanced architecture to intelligent resource management. The result is a device that delivers unparalleled speed, stability, and efficiency – making iQOO 13 the ultimate choice for users who demand the very best in mobile performance.”

Custom Performance Monster: iQOO × Qualcomm Joint-Tuned Snapdragon® 8 Elite

iQOO 13 is a breakthrough in smartphone performance, powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite chip with Qualcomm’s self-developed Oryon architecture. This processor’s 2+6 all-big-core configuration and industry-leading peak frequency of 4.32 GHz enable seamless multitasking, outstanding responsiveness, and an unprecedented processing experience. This capability is further enhanced by a massive 24 MB L2 cache, allowing for efficient handling of even the most demanding applications.

On the graphics side, the Snapdragon® 8 Elite’s GPU features a new slice architecture significantly improving multitasking, concurrent performance, and power efficiency to enable intensive graphics rendering while optimizing battery life. Together with Samsung’s LPDDR5X Ultra memory, which increases read speeds, and UFS 4.1 storage(1) technology, iQOO 13 forms a powerful performance “iron triangle” of CPU, memory, and storage that sets a new standard for mobile phones.

In addition, the collaboration between iQOO and Qualcomm has enhanced the device with features such as GMEM (Graphics Memory) for optimized memory management, an open MPAM interface for efficient resource prioritization, and technologies like AFME 2.0 and Hardware-based Ray Tracing for improved visual clarity and performance. The Snapdragon® 8 Elite also delivers advanced AI capabilities that increase NPU inference speed and reduce power consumption, providing users with a refined, highly efficient AI experience. These combined enhancements, along with iQOO and Qualcomm’s joint tuning and engineering efforts, position iQOO 13 as a powerhouse that pushes the boundaries of smartphone performance.

Total Immersion: Unparalleled Gaming Experience

iQOO 13 is not only a powerhouse in terms of performance, but will also wow gamers with its dual-chip setup. Alongside the Snapdragon® 8 Elite, iQOO’s Supercomputing Chip Q2 unleashes a whole new level of immersion. Supporting up to 2K (PC-grade) game super resolution and 144 fps super frame rate, this advanced chip drives exceptional visuals and ensures smooth, uninterrupted graphics, even during intense gaming. By balancing power and performance, the Q2 chip allows iQOO 13 to handle the most demanding games with ease, giving gamers the confidence that the phone will perform under all conditions.

iQOO 13’s 8T LTPO display boasts a 2K (3168 × 1440) resolution and a 144 Hz refresh rate. This combination delivers incredibly clear and fluid graphics, so every detail is rendered with precision and every touch is ultra-responsive. The adaptive refresh rate dynamically adjusts to match content needs, reducing battery consumption during extended gaming sessions. With a peak brightness of 4500 nits, the display provides crystal-clear visuals even in bright outdoor conditions, making it ideal for gaming anywhere, anytime.

To further enhance responsiveness, iQOO 13 incorporates Ultra-low Latency Frame Interpolation and High-Fidelity Frame Interpolation, which minimize latency for fast, accurate responses. Frame synchronization algorithms work alongside to streamline rendering, compositing, and display times, so that each frame appears instantly and accurately – giving players a competitive edge with smoother gameplay and faster aim. Adding to the immersive experience, iQOO 13 features an Ultra-Wide Vibration Motor and Symmetrical Drum Master Speakers, which enhance situational awareness and fully immerse players in games. Altogether, these innovations make the Q2 chip-powered iQOO 13 the ultimate choice for gaming enthusiasts seeking a seamless, high-performance experience.

Eye-Protective Display for a Healthier Viewing Experience

Setting a new standard in eye protection, iQOO 13 is one of the first to feature OLED Circular Polarization Technology, backed by certifications from TÜV Rheinland and vivo Visual Health Labs. This advanced screen employs 2592 Hz PWM Dimming to minimize flicker and reduce eye fatigue, making it easier on the eyes during extended use. Designed in partnership with BOE, the spacious 6.82-inch flat screen is wear-, scratch-, and dust-resistant, ensuring longevity while maintaining optimal performance over time. With its industry-leading display and cutting-edge eye-protection technology, iQOO 13’s screen represents a milestone in iQOO’s display advancements, offering users comfort, clarity, and precision like never before.

Unstoppable Power That Keeps You Going

iQOO 13 redefines battery performance with a colossal equivalent (TYP) 6000 mAh(2) to equivalent (TYP) 6150 mAh battery(3) that delivers exceptional endurance without compromising on design. Built with industry-leading third-generation silicon, the battery’s energy density has increased by an astounding 8.7% over iQOO 12, providing even more power in the same compact form. The battery is supported by a robust 7000 mm² vapor chamber, with increased maximum cooling capacity, improving heat dissipation efficiency across the surface area by 17%.

For users who demand speed, iQOO 13 delivers with its 120W FlashCharge technology, offering ultra-fast charging that minimizes downtime and keeps you going through gaming, streaming, and multitasking without interruption. With its cutting-edge battery technology, fast charging capabilities, and ultra-slim design, iQOO 13 is built to support the most intense, high-performance demands—keeping users powered up and ready for anything.

Inspired by the Track, Built to Perform

Inspired by the five-year partnership with BMW M Motorsport and the spirit of racing, iQOO 13 comes in three stunning editions: Legend (white), Alpha (black), and Nardo Grey, each crafted to embody the speed and passion that drives racers to shatter performance records. The Legend edition showcases an iconic tri-color pattern of red, black, and blue stripes, merging the essence of speed with cutting-edge technology. The Alpha edition showcases the bold matte finish of a racetrack, capturing the intensity of peak performance, while the Nardo Grey edition draws inspiration from Italy’s famed Nardò Ring, a preferred test track for the most elite performance race cars.

The device, which maintains a sleek 7.99 mm thick profile (Alpha edition only) and 8.1 mm thick profile (Legend and Nardo Grey editions), also includes an innovative Monster Halo on the back cover that creates a captivating halo, a breakthrough in design inspired by the world of auto racing. This dynamic light pulses rhythmically with music and some games, adding vitality to the device, while also keeping users informed with real-time notifications for calls, messages, and charging status. With iQOO 13, the thrill of racing and gaming comes alive in every detail.

Top-Tier Flagship Photography That Redefines Every Shot

iQOO 13 delivers a premium imaging experience by utilizing the same camera from vivo’s flagship devices and incorporating the same advanced sensor, algorithms, and features to bring iQOO 13 users to a new level of mobile photography. Equipped to capture sharp, high-definition quality across all focal lengths, iQOO 13 supports 0.6x, 1x, 2x, and 4x optical positions, with up to 30x zoom.

While the flagship-grade VCS technology and NICE 2.0 algorithm support clear images at multiple focal lengths, along with clearer and more dynamic night photos in dark scenes, the Street Photography mode and Multifocal Portrait excel in textured photography. The combination of these features allows iQOO 13 to redefine mobile imaging with an impressive range of focal lengths and fine-tuned performance, enabling users to capture the world with clarity, style, and ease.

Availability

iQOO 13 will be released in Indonesia on November 28, India and Thailand on December 3, and Malaysia on December 4. For the first time, iQOO will also make the phone available in United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia as of mid-November. Consumers in all markets can expect to find iQOO 13 in stores between early and mid-December.

About iQOO

iQOO, a sub-brand of vivo, differentiates itself in performance and Esports experience. iQOO leverages the research, quality assurance and after-sales service expertise of vivo, and follows the brand ethos of I Quest On and On to push boundaries, innovate boldly and share the excitement of exploring future technology. With products offering Esports-standard capabilities, iQOO aims to become the top choice of consumers who are passionate about performance and gaming.

For more information, please visit www.iQOO.com

(1)The 16 GB+512 GB version of iQOO 13 will come equipped with UFS 4.1 while the 12 GB+256 GB version will be able to access UFS 4.1 through an OTA update.

(2)iQOO 13 phones sold in India will have an equivalent (TYP) 6000 mAh Silicon Anode Battery.

(3)iQOO 13 phones sold outside of India will have an equivalent (TYP) 6150 mAh Ultra Thin Battery.

*Unless specifically noted, all data and parameters are based on our laboratory test results in standard test environments. Actual performance may vary depending on the software version, device condition, individual differences, user habits, and environmental factors.

*Some specifications, parameters, parts, and designs of the product may vary due to supplier changes or different production batches. Please refer to the actual product as the standard.

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Electrosoft Celebrates 25 Years of Federal Cybersecurity Innovation and Impact

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33 minutes ago

April 21, 2026

Founding CEO Dr. Sarbari Gupta reflects on firm’s evolution and sets the course for its next chapter

RESTON, Va., April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Electrosoft Services, LLC, a leading provider of federal cybersecurity and digital transformation services, today announced its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter century of innovation and partnership in support of government missions. Founded in 2001 and led by its founding CEO, Dr. Sarbari Gupta, the company has grown from a small, focused team into a trusted partner on some of the federal government’s most consequential cybersecurity and digital engineering programs.

“I founded Electrosoft because I believed federal agencies deserved a cybersecurity partner that would grow with them through every shift in technology and every evolution in the threat environment. Twenty-five years in, that belief has only gotten stronger,” said Dr. Gupta. “What fills me with the most pride isn’t the milestone itself, but the trust we’ve built and the team that earned it.”

Electrosoft’s journey began with its first prime contract at NIST in 2001. Years later, company experts became named authors of NIST special publications on digital identity. That foundation has expanded into support for federal civilian and defense agencies such as DLA, USTRANSCOM, GSA, Treasury and HHS, as well as multiple-award vehicles including GSA OASIS+, DLA JETS 2.0, NIST CAPSS, Treasury PROTECTS and CISA DTSS.

Over the years, the company has been consistently recognized as a top workplace, fast-growing company and technology thought leader.

Recent milestones include several significant contract and contract vehicle wins from HHS, Treasury and CISA and a 2025 strategic investment from DigitalNet.ai that supports expanded capabilities in artificial intelligence while preserving the independent leadership and customer continuity that have defined the firm.

As Electrosoft enters its next chapter, the company’s integrated delivery model unifies cybersecurity, digital engineering and AI to meet the evolving demands of federal missions.

For more information, read Electrosoft’s 25th Anniversary newsletter.

About Electrosoft Services

Electrosoft is a cybersecurity, digital engineering and intelligent automation firm delivering secure, scalable solutions for federal agencies. With 25 years of experience, the award-winning company combines deep mission expertise with modern engineering practices to help agencies operate securely, modernize with confidence and accelerate operational performance. Electrosoft is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. www.electrosoft-inc.com

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Almost 80% of Gen Z and Millennials Use ‘Survival Spending’

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33 minutes ago

April 21, 2026

New Survey from Beyond Finance and Operation HOPE reveals young Americans are focusing on immediate priorities and real-world decisions over long-term financial ideals

45% would use tax refunds for bills or debt, 77% rely on short-term financial strategies like Buy Now Pay Later for essentials, 39% are turning to AI to guide money decisions, and 73% want to know someone’s exact financial situation before the third date

CHICAGO and ATLANTA, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Almost 80% of Gen Z and Millennials use ‘survival spending’ to get by in today’s economy with nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials indicating they would use a tax refund to cover bills or pay down debt, 77% relying on short-term financial strategies like Buy Now, Pay Later for essentials, and 39% turning to AI to guide money decisions. As part of its annual Financial Practice Week, Beyond Finance partnered with leading financial literacy nonprofit Operation HOPE to examine how young Americans are actually managing money, finding a clear break from traditional financial practice as they cope with the current economic landscape.

The research challenges the idea that younger generations are abandoning financial responsibility. Instead, it shows a generation actively adapting, making decisions that prioritize immediate needs, flexibility, and informed tradeoffs. While 7 in 10 say wealth-building feels out of reach, their actions tell a more defining story: Financial strategy today is less about getting ahead and more about staying in control. From how they allocate income to how they seek advice — including 73% who want full financial transparency before the third date — Gen Z and Millennials are building financial practices grounded in adaptability, prioritization, and real-world decision-making.

These additional findings follow recent Financial Literacy Month news on the rise of ‘survival spending,’ and give us a closer look at how Gen Z and Millennials are actually managing money, making tradeoffs, and navigating financial decisions day to day.

A Shift Toward Immediate Financial Priorities

Tax refunds used for survival, not splurging: 45% would put the money toward bills or debt, and less than 4% would spend it on travel or leisure.

‘Survival spending’ has become a financial strategy: Nearly 77% report using tactics like Buy Now, Pay Later for essentials, reflecting a shift toward short-term financial management.

Side hustles are now part of the baseline financial plan: 71% say additional income is necessary just to keep up.

Experiences over savings: 59% say spending on meaningful experiences today feels more practical than saving for long-term goals that seem increasingly out of reach, with 65% feeling uncertain whether traditional retirement planning will deliver real security.

Redefining Financial Practices

Peer-to-Peer learning on the rise: Financial practice is becoming more social. Gen Z is now more likely to consult social media experts (24%) than they are their parents (21%) to refine their money strategies.

Financial silence is waning: The practice of “financial silence” is disappearing, with 73% of respondents wanting to know someone’s exact financial situation before the third date.

The Rise of Real-Time Financial Decision-Making

AI is becoming a financial co-pilot: 39% are already using AI to budget or inform financial decisions, often running “what if” scenarios before taking action.

Hybrid decision-making is emerging as the norm: Many are combining AI insights with human advice, creating more personalized, responsive approaches to money management.

Digital tools are reshaping engagement: 16% use apps that gamify saving and spending, reinforcing financial habits through continuous interaction.

“Gen Z and Millennials aren’t failing at money. The system they inherited has changed, and they’re responding in real time,” said Dr. Erika Rasure, chief financial wellness advisor at Beyond Finance. “What we’re seeing is a generation shifting from long-term financial ideals to daily financial practices, such as using windfalls to stabilize, leaning on tools like AI to make decisions, and prioritizing what’s immediately within their control. That adaptability isn’t a weakness — it’s a new form of financial resilience.”

Despite these challenges, younger generations remain highly engaged, adapting their behaviors and redefining what financial success looks like in today’s environment.

“Every generation must answer the economic test of its time, and this generation is no different. Gen Z and Millennials are not walking away from success. They are searching for a model that speaks to their lived reality, their struggle, and their hope. The old rules alone cannot carry them where they need to go. We must give them something deeper than theory. We must restore their sense of unlimited possibility, backed with vision, tools, and a pathway. At Operation HOPE, we believe financial literacy is the new civil rights issue of our time. And our calling is to help this generation move from uncertainty to confidence, from surviving to thriving, and from financial stress to lasting wealth—so they can build not just a living, but a future,” said John Hope Bryant, founder, chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE.

Redefining Hope for a New Financial Reality

Held during the last week of Financial Literacy Month, Beyond Finance’s Financial Practice Week is an initiative designed to help people reconnect with their financial power by building personalized, emotionally grounded practices. To examine your money mindset further, explore a money management guide from Beyond Finance and then take Operation HOPE’s quizzes, AI video training, and micro-courses.

This survey was commissioned by Beyond Finance in collaboration with Operation HOPE, and conducted by QuestionPro, a third-party research company, from March 16 – 18, 2026, with a collective sample of 2,000 Millennial (born 1981 to 1996) and Gen Z adults (born 1997-2008) Americans. An executive summary of the findings can be found here. Full research findings are available upon request.

About Beyond Finance

Beyond Finance, LLC, is the nation’s largest debt consolidation company. In its commitment to providing clients with a personalized approach to move beyond debt, Beyond Finance provides simple and transparent solutions that help consumers lower their eligible monthly payments, reduce the impact of interest, and reach a debt-free life sooner. Beyond Finance holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and has been awarded with multiple recognitions for its commitment to clients: Organization of the Year – The Business Intelligence Group’s Excellence in Customer Service Award, Gold Stevie Award for Outstanding Customer Service Department, Banking Tech Award – Financial Wellness Champion, Best In Biz Gold Award for top Customer Service Team, and 3 ConsumerAffairs’ “Buyer’s Choice Awards.” Beyond Finance has offices in Chicago, Atlanta, and Houston. For more information, visit BeyondFinance.com.

About Operation HOPE, Inc.

Since 1992, Operation HOPE has been moving America from civil rights to “silver rights” with the mission of making free enterprise and capitalism work for the underserved—disrupting poverty for millions of low and moderate-income youth and adults across the nation. Through its community uplift model, HOPE Inside, which received the 2016 Innovator of the Year recognition by American Banker magazine, Operation HOPE has served more than 4 million individuals and directed more than $4.2 billion in economic activity into disenfranchised communities—turning check-cashing customers into banking customers, renters into homeowners, small business dreamers into small business owners, minimum wage workers into living wage consumers, and uncertain disaster victims into financially empowered disaster survivors. For more information visit OperationHOPE.org. Follow the HOPE conversation on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

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Sidekick Health Expands Its Intelligent Care Platform with MSK, Advancing Its Solutions for Rising Risk and Multi-Condition Care Complexity

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33 minutes ago

April 21, 2026

The new program joins 24+ conditions plus medication support in one platform, giving health plans and employers a single solution for their most complex and costliest populations

NEW YORK, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sidekick Health, a digital health innovation company, today announced the launch of its musculoskeletal (MSK) health program and pain management support. These new, clinician-backed resources are available alongside 24+ conditions spanning cardiometabolic, oncology, behavioral health, women’s health, inflammation and immunology, discharge management, and medication support — all within a single platform.

More than half of Americans live with two or more chronic conditions, and MSK is one of the most common, affecting more than one in three adults and accounting for nearly 10% of national medical spending — insufficient MSK intervention can lead to overutilization, surgery, and opioid dependence. Importantly, MSK conditions don’t happen in a silo. With the launch of this program, Sidekick is positioned to support MSK and pain alongside cardiovascular disease, diabetes, mental health and menopause, delivering a multi-condition approach that’s designed to address rising risk, utilization, and ultimately the total cost of care.

“MSK has been one of the most consistent asks from health plan partners and their members. This launch aims to close that gap and positions us to better address the needs of our payer partners and their members — from multi-condition management to medication support to physical rehabilitation — in one solution.” said Travis Parkinson, President, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Sidekick Health.

The program approaches MSK support and rehabilitation from multiple angles, both physical and mental. It aims to transform how individuals manage MSK pain by shifting focus to functional restoration, while the pain management support layer combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and pain neuroscience education, designed to help members reduce medication reliance and build lasting self-management skills.

It was built from the ground up in collaboration with doctors of physical therapy (DPTs), clinical experts, and practicing clinicians, and incorporates key elements targeting rising risk, utilization, and quality metrics for health plans, multi-condition complexity for employers, and cost of care across all stakeholders:

Fall-risk mitigation with targeted exercises supporting joint and muscle health and strength that scale to meet member abilityPelvic floor support aimed to address lower back and hip pain and improve bladder controlPain management support available alongside MSK and other conditions, vital as patients work toward ending the cycle of disability, easing emotional distress, and improving quality of life

The program was developed in collaboration with MOBĒ, a whole-person condition management company, whose health plan and employer clients will have access to the program at launch through MOBE Missions, powered by Sidekick’s platform.

“What makes MSK particularly complex to support is how it interacts with other conditions and treatments. Approximately 75% of MOBĒ participants have an MSK condition, live with four or more chronic conditions, and utilize three or four more chronic medications from multiple prescribers, making integrated, cross-condition support a necessary feature for safe and sustained improvement,” said Leslie Helou PharmD, Senior Vice President of Health Outcomes Strategy at MOBĒ.

Most health plans are managing rising risk and complexity — in their growing proportion of multi-chronic health profiles and care management workflows. Sidekick’s platform simplifies this complexity and delivers real-time risk signals to deliver against organizational, clinical, and financial priorities.

“We’ve built a companion that can follow a person through their entire health journey — not just the condition they were most recently diagnosed with. Adding MSK isn’t a feature update. It’s just one more step as we deliver the intelligent care infrastructure health plans have been asking for.” said Tryggvi Thorgeirsson, co-founder and CEO, Sidekick Health.

About Sidekick Health

Sidekick Health is an intelligent care company. Its AI-powered solutions span cardiometabolic, musculoskeletal, oncology, behavioral health, women’s health, hospital discharge management, and inflammation and immunology conditions, and deliver lifestyle, medication, and care management support. Sidekick works with health insurers, employers, and pharmaceutical companies, and develops regulated prescription digital therapeutics designed to improve patient outcomes, enhance clinical efficiency, and reduce the cost of care.

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