Five months later in October, the brand released a new variant of this device with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. This version was introduced at ¥2,099 (~$285).
Now, almost a year later, the aforementioned variant of Redmi Note 11T Pro is heavily discounted. It can be purchased at the price of a budget smartphone.
The 12GB + 256GB variant of Redmi Note 11T Pro is currently up for grabs in China for just ¥1,399 (~$190). This deal is being offered by online retailer Jingdong, which is commonly known as JD.
The handset is actually listed at ¥1,499. However, buyers can apply a ¥100 coupon to lower the price. So customers can save ¥700 in total.
For the unaware, the Redmi Note 11T Pro is sold as Redmi K50i in India and Poco X4 GT in other global markets. But it does not come with 12GB RAM in any region.
The main highlight of this product is its chipset — MediaTek Dimensity 8100. It also sports a high-quality LCD screen with an FHD+ resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and Dolby Vision support.
Other features include a 64MP primary camera, dual stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,080mAh battery, and 67W charging support.
Keychron, a leading manufacturer of wireless mechanical keyboards, today announced the launch of the M2 wireless mouse. It’s the successor of Keychrone M1, launched back in 2021. So let’s talk about the features, specifications, and pricing of the Keychron M2.
Keychron M2 Specifications
The Keychron M2 and M1 are very similar in terms of specifications, with the main difference being the design. The M2 is a bit lighter, weighing just 53 grams, while the M1 is slightly heavier at 73 grams. The M2 also does not have the pill-shaped cutouts on the top of the M1, giving it a more streamlined look. However, both mice have a comfortable, right-handed design. The M2 is equipped with the PAW3395 flagship sensor chip, which provides acceleration of up to 26,000 DPI.
The 650IPS tracking speed and 50G acceleration rating further ensure that the mouse can keep up with even the fastest movements. As for pairing, the M2 supports three connection modes: 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.1, and wired. The 2.4GHz wireless mode provides a stable and low-latency connection, while the Bluetooth mode is more versatile and can be used with multiple devices. The wired mode is also available for users who prefer a wired connection.
The M2 also supports Keychron’s exclusive driver, which allows users to customize the mouse’s buttons, DPI, and polling rate. The driver also includes a variety of other features, such as angle snapping and motion sync.
In addition to the features mentioned above, the Keychron M2 also features a 70-hour battery life, 16.8 million RGB color customization, onboard DPI switching, and an adjustable polling rate. This makes it a versatile and feature-rich mouse that is sure to meet the needs of a wide range of users.
Keychron M2 Pricing
The mouse is priced at $49 and is already available for purchase from the company’s official site. It is available in China for 228 Yuan. Likewise, the mouse comes in two color options—Black and White.
Until the emergence of Shargeek as a brand, we never had any illusions about a power bank other than charging. Now they’ve updated the brand name to Sharge, which is simpler and more straightforward. It’s easy to create stuff by following the same old patterns, but Sharge is an exception to the rule. They’ve virtually reinvented the power bank as a product category with unique design and demanding technologies. That’s why you can see more and more brands starting to put effort into their power bank designs and features. But no matter how fancy the new power banks are, it seems that they’re going down the path of imitating the ideas from Sharge. Recently Sharge released a brand-new power bank called Sharge IceMag, which is the world’s 1st magnetic power bank with active cooling.
It just became available for a good price at $59 US dollars on their store. Just in case you didn’t see the end message and missed this super cool power bank, I have to remind you here to check out the link here. It’s really likely to become a popular pattern in the following years.
Unboxing & Design
So let’s start with its unboxing. The silver box is designed in a stylish fashion. When it’s sitting on the shelf, you can pretty much get an idea of what the power bank can do from the box. It houses a battery capacity of 10,000 mAh with a maximum output of 20W via USB-C connection. For wireless charging, the maximum output can reach 7.5W.
Open the box, actually, we found it’s a compact white model instead of the silver image shown on the box. But when actually getting my hands on the power bank, its white frame looks pretty impressive.
The USB-C port at the bottom is for both input and output via cables. The back is a magnetic ring that allows it to snap on supported phones such as iPhones 13 & 14 series
Features
Well, the pocket size perfectly meets Magsafe-compatible magnetic charging. And compared with most MagSafe Battery Packs, the IceMag is a bit thicker. But actually, it has a very good magnetic snapping. No matter with or without the case, it fits snugly on top of the iPhone without falling off, even when I shake it hard.
The front face is covered with a transparent plastic panel, which we’ve seen quite a bit in previous Sharge products. The battery components are protected by a black kit, while at the bottom, the clear cover gives visibility to the battery’s control board, complete with diodes, capacitors, and microcontrollers, which is full of geek style. And the real star is the active cooling fan with an indicator light in the center.
It really takes me back to the Red Magic gaming phones, which have been proven to be effective over-cooling for gaming with their built-in fan. The air duct is also well designed with an air intake at the side and another air outlet at the bottom. The L-tyle convection design is great for extracting the heat of the circuit components and offers a more controllable temperature for wireless charging.
Once the power bank detects a wireless charging-enabled device, the fan and lights will activate along with the wireless charging, delivering a stable and efficient power output. We all know that most power banks including MagSafe models easily get overheated. Then they would be forced to stop working until they cool down again. As frequent overheating can damage internal components and batteries, the life of these power banks often becomes an annoying issue.
By far we couldn’t fully show you whether the IceMag can truly solve the problem, but at least for now, the 8000 RPM active fan is quite impressive over cooling.
As the fan was activated, we hardly detected any downtime during the wireless charging.
I’m pretty surprised by a couple of features. The first one is that you can turn it into a wireless charging pad, refilling IceMag and juicing up your device all at once.
And the IceMag supports charging 2 devices via both wired and wireless at the same time, which is really convenient for traveling.
The last one is for those small gadgets like wearables. It supports a unique low-current charging mode to juice up low-current devices such as wireless earbuds, smart bands or smartwatches.
Outputs
To give you a better picture of how it works. We tested the charging protocols the USB-C port supports. It turns out the fact that this power bank is compatible with activating fast charging for most brands’ devices, no matter for iPhones or Androids. We tried to connect it with various brands’ phones, the charging speeds are good and the maximum figure also matched what the brand said, which is able to reach 18W.
But this’s not amazing compared to other Sharge’s fast-charging power banks. The reason why it surprised us at first glance is still its unique design and the idea of adding an active cooling fan. The transparent design with a more compact body size does make it stand out from the crowd.
Verdict
And furthermore, as I’m sure most people would prefer to take it to wirelessly charge their devices, they would also go for it for faster and longer-lasting magnetic charging. For iPhones with MagSafe, it’s definitely the best companion for recharging, while for Android devices, though there’s no MagSafe for solid snap, you can still get it with a magnetic case. Even without magnetic snapping, it still works well with these Android phones supporting wireless charging. Now I’ve taken it as a truly wireless charging pad, a lovely part of my desk deco. For true wireless on your desktop, I would say the 10000mAh Sharge IceMag is the way to go right.
Samsung just recently unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5. The company’s latest foldable smartphones are on sale worldwide for only about a month.
However, these two new products can already be purchased at discounted prices in the US. Buyers can save up to $300 on these latest folding phones.
The discounts on new-gen Galaxy Z foldables are limited to Amazon in the US. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 gets a maximum discount of $300, compared to $200 on the Galaxy Z Flip 5.
This offer is available for all memory configurations and colors. So buyers need not settle down for a color they don’t like.
It is worth noting that it is a limited-time deal and it is not known when it will end. Anyways, the devices can be purchased at the following prices.
Galaxy Z Fold 5
12GB + 256GB – $1,499.99
12GB + 512GB – $1,619.99
Galaxy Z Flip 5
8GB + 256GB – $799.99
8GB + 512GB – $919.99
At around $800, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 sure sounds like a sweet deal for someone who is looking to get a regular slab smartphone in this range. Unfortunately, this offer is only available in the US and it has been always like this in the case of Samsung.
The Korean tech giant is probably trying to increase its sales ahead of the iPhone 15 launch next week. Because newer iPhones tend to lead the sales chart during the holiday quarter every year.
MediaTek, collaborating with TSMC, announces the successful tape-out of its first 3nm Dimensitychipset, developed using TSMC’s 3nm process. Mass production of the chip starts next year, with the launch scheduled for the second half of 2024.
Performance Breakthrough: The Power of the 3nm Process
TSMC’s 3nm process technology offers notable advantages compared to its 5nm predecessor. It delivers around a 60% increase in logic density and provides an 18% speed boost at constant power or a 32% reduction in power consumption with the same performance. This technology targets high-performance computing and mobile applications, aiming to enhance performance, power efficiency, and yield.
MediaTek plans to incorporate this chip into various devices such as smartphones, tablets, and smart vehicles. This strategic move places MediaTek at the forefront of chip manufacturing, as the industry competition to adopt the 3nm process intensifies.
There are speculations suggesting that Apple might be an early adopter of TSMC’s 3nm production capacity, potentially using it for their upcoming A17 chip later this year. In contrast, accurate details about Qualcomm’s 3nm technology are limited as of now. When Qualcomm eventually launches its 3nm chip, it is expected to trigger a competitive rivalry with MediaTek.
Joe Chen, MediaTek’s President, praised the partnership with TSMC for its exceptional manufacturing capabilities. He expressed that this collaboration will enable MediaTek to demonstrate its advanced design in flagship chipsets, aiming to offer high-quality solutions to their global customers and enhance the user experience in the flagship market.
Pixel to iPhone: You’re finally getting USB-C charging!?
The search engine giant’s latest video is a part of its #BestPhonesForever ad campaign. This series basically takes a jab at the iPhone maker every now and then. The latest video was shared on YouTube and carries the title “Spa Day”. In the video, the Google Pixel and Apple iPhone can be seen having a conversation surrounded by towels and candles. The two devices are talking to one another with a cucumber slice covering both their rear camera modules.
During the conversation, the iPhone describes all the features it has received over the past, which the Pixel slyly points as being pretty behind its Android counterparts. But in the last exchange, the iPhone hints at a major upcoming feature, which the Pixel guesses is the USB Type-C port. This basically mocks the new iPhone 15 series, since it took so long for Apple to finally move to the USB-C.
For those unaware, Apple is shifting to USB-C to comply with new rules that were implemented by the European Union. So far, the brand’s smartphones shipped with the proprietary Lightning port. you can check out the video by clicking on this link here.
We already know that Apple is working on developing its own 5G modem for its products. Now, a new report from renowned analysts hints that this proprietary networking modem could be making its way to the iPhone in 2025.
Apple 5G Modem might Debut in the iPhone SE 4 model
The news arrives from known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who believes that the Cupertino based giant is looking to reduce its dependency on other companies for modems. For those unaware, the iPhone maker had acquired Intel’s modem unit back in 2019 and currently relies on Qualcomm for 5G modems. But according to the analyst, Apple is nearing the launch of its self developed modems.
Kuo stated that the company is planning on shifting to its own modems by 2025. As of right now, the iPhone 14 series features Qualcomm’s X65 modem for 5G connectivity in iPhones. The new in-house 5G modems will be featured on iPhones and other cellular enabled devices. Ming-Chi Kuo previously stated that the iPhone SE 4th generation will be the first iPhone to feature this 5G modem.
However, due to supply chain issues, the company faced mass production challenges for the 5G modem. So now, it looks like the launch of Apple’s 5G networking tech might get delayed until 2025. Apple has been looking to become more independent in recent years, which is also reflected in its M series of processors for its PCs.
A new Oppo A-series phone with the codename “Givenchy” and model number “PGJ110” was spotted on TENAA’s certification site a few months ago. It was originally thought to be the Oppo A2, but the popular tipster on Weibo, Digital Chat Station, has revealed that the phone will be released under the Oppo A2 Pro name. He also revealed the launch date of the device.
The tipster says the Oppo A2 Pro is scheduled to debut in China on September 15th. Alongside the tentative launch date, he also shared some details about the smartphone’s display, refresh rate, battery, and camera system.
The OPPO A2 Pro will have a 6.7-inch OLED display with curved edges. The display will have a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. This means that the display will be able to refresh 120 times per second, which will make scrolling and animations smoother. The display will also support 2160Hz PWM high-frequency dimming, which will help to reduce eye strain.
The OPPO A2 Pro will have a large battery with a capacity of over 5000mAh, although the exact battery capacity is still unknown. Likewise, the rear camera setup will include three lenses in a circular module. The main camera is expected to be a new and powerful sensor. The other two cameras are likely to be an ultrawide and a depth sensor.
There is no information available about the processor that powers the OPPO A2 Pro. However, the tipster revealed that the device will be equipped with 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of internal storage, and a 5,000mAh battery. The details of its charging capabilities are still unknown.
DigitalChatStation has shared a tentative launch date for the device, but Oppo has not yet announced an official launch date. We can expect to hear more about the A2 Pro soon.
As per rumors and leaks, more products from the company will use this new chip. Recently, we learned one of them will be a premium tablet.
Earlier today, a tipster revealed that the company’s next foldable will also house this chipset. He also disclosed the name of the phone and its memory configuration.
Huawei Mate X3
The Huawei Mate X3 is currently the latest foldable smartphone from Huawei. According to a leaker, this device will be succeeded by the Huawei Mate X5 by skipping the X4 moniker.
Chinese brands are known to omit the number ‘4’ in the name of their products as it is considered a bad omen. But Huawei does not follow this norm. If this leak is to be believed, it would be a first for the company.
The tipster says that the Huawei Mate X5 will arrive in standard and collector’s edition. They will be offered in the following memory configurations.
Huawei Mate X5 (5 Colors)
12GB + 256GB
12GB + 512GB
16GB + 512GB
Huawei Mate X5 Collector’s Edition (4 Colors)
16GB + 512GB
16GB + 1TB
Another leaker reveals that the device will be available in black, white, blue, gold, and purple color options.
Unfortunately, none of them mention when the phone will be unveiled. Since the Mate X3 was just launched earlier this year, its successor might arrive at the end of 2023 or early 2024.
However, Huawei is mysterious regarding the smartphones powered by its new Kirin 9000s SoC. So we wouldn’t be surprised if the Mate X5 goes official in the next few weeks.
Artificial intelligence technologies are becoming increasingly popular. Today, almost every company is either trying to integrate this technology, led by OpenAI and Google, into their own services or develop its own equivalent. According to recent reports, Apple is one of those companies, and they are spending millions of dollars a day on AI features. Here are the details…
Apple’s Siri to Gets a Major Upgrade with New Conversational AI Features
Apple is reportedly developing a number of new features for its voice assistant Siri, including the ability to automate tasks and generate images and videos. For example, a user could say “Siri, create a GIF of the last five photos I took and text it to my friend,” and Siri would automatically perform the task. This would save users time and effort, and it would make Siri more powerful and versatile.
Apple is also reportedly working on a chatbot called Ajax. This chatbot is said to be more capable than the original ChatGPT 3.5 and has been trained on 200 billion parameters. However, OpenAI’s newer models are more powerful, so it remains to be seen how Ajax will compare to them.
However, none of these efforts are cheap. According to recent reports, the company is spending millions of dollars to add AI capabilities to Siri and develop its Ajax chatbot. The main reason for this is that training large language models requires a lot of hardware. For example, OpenAI spent more than $100 million to develop GPT-4.
The potential applications of artificial intelligence are vast, and Apple is just one of many companies that are investing in this technology. As the technology continues to develop, it is likely to have a major impact on the way we interact with devices and services.
Following a recent leak, GoPro has officially announced the new Hero 12 Black in India. The camera arrives with some notable specs and features. It was released with the Max Lens Mod 2.0 accessory as well, so here are all the details.
GoPro Hero 12 Black Camera Specs
The Hero 12 Black portable camera is being marketed as a perfect vlogging and narration companion. The company promises that it will be offering long lasting battery life, high-resolution videos, HDR support, and much top-notch video stabilization. Thanks to the Max Lens Mod 2.0 accessory, users can widen the field of view, which comes with a more durable lens. The Hero 12 Black also supports wireless audio recording from products like the Apple AirPods. The camera is a 27MP sensor that can record at 5.3K resolution at 60fps.
The Hero 12 Black offers great video stabilization even as the camera rotates 360 degrees. Notably, GoPro subscribers get access to automatic cloud uploads with unlimited storage and a damaged camera replacement offer. As the name suggests, the camera comes in black and features a durable and waterproof body. It supports capturing videos vertically as well, with an aspect ratio of 9:16 and 4K resolution for social media.
GoPro Hero 12 Black Camera Pricing & Availability
The GoPro Hero 12 Black Camera is available in two variants. The first is the Standard Edition, which is being sold for a price tag of 45,000 INR. On the other hand, there is also a Creators Edition that brings the Media Mod, Light Mod, and Voltra grip accessories for a 65,000 INR price tag. The device will go on sale on 13th September 2023 and can be found via online and offline retailers like Amazon across India.
Huawei is soon expanding its Mate 60 lineup. Last week, the company announced the Mate 60 and Mate 60 Pro, both of which are powered by the Kirin 9000s chipset. Reports have claimed that two more Mate 60 models, the Mate 60 Pro+ and the Mate 60 RS Ultimate Design, could be released in September. A Chinese tipster shared the image below to reveal the model number and variants of the Mate 60 Pro+ ahead of its launch.
Huawei Mate 60 Pro+ variants (rumored)
Huawei Mate 60 Pro+ variants
The upcoming Huawei Mate 60 Pro+ has the ALN-AL10 model number. The leak suggests that the device will be available in 512GB and 1TB storage variants. Both models will be equipped with 16GB of RAM.
Reports claim that the Mate 60 Pro+ could be powered by the Kirin 9100 chipset. For photography, the device may come with a quad-camera system. However, the core specifications of the device are not yet known.
The Mate 60 Pro+ is also rumored to have a premium version called the Huawei Mate 60 RS Ultimate Design. This Ultimate-branded model is expected to replace the previously launched “Porsche Design” models. The Mate 60 Pro+ and its Ultimate Design variant are likely to have identical specs, but the special edition variant may have a premium build.
The Mate 60 Pro comes in variants, such as 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 1 TB storage. These variants are priced at 6,499 Yuan (~$887), 6,999 Yuan (~$956), and 7,999 Yuan (~$1,092), respectively. Hence, it seems that the Mate 60 Pro+ could be priced at around 8,999 Yuan (~$1,228).
Earlier this week, ZTE launched the Axon 50 Lite in Mexico, featuring a design similar to that of the iPhone 14 Pro models. Today, the brand has unveiled a budget-friendly handset in China called the ZTE Changxing 50. It is priced at less than $130 and brings a large LCD display with a Unisoc processor under the hood. Here are the details.
ZTE Changxing 50 comes with a circular camera module on the back and gets a waterdrop notch on the display. The handset comes equipped with a 6.52-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1600×720. It supports a 180Hz touch sampling rate, and 90Hz refresh rate, and has an anti-blue light eye protection mode.
Powering the smartphone is a 5G processor, based on 6nm EUV process technology. The chipset features an 8-core CPU architecture, a maximum frequency of 2.2GHz, and an NPU computing power of 3.2TOPS. While the official model of this processor has not been announced, judging from the parameters, it is expected to be the Unisoc T760 5G processor.
Elsewhere, this new phone features a 5MP front camera and a 13MP rear single camera. It is equipped with a built-in 4000mAh battery, supports 5W charging, includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, and runs on the Android 13-based MyOS 13 out of the box.
The ZTE Changxing 50 is listed on the company’s official website with a price tag of 899 yuan ($120). Currently, there is only one configuration of 4GB+128GB, and it is offered in two colors— grey and blue. The handset is limited for sale in China for now but the company may bring it to the global market in the coming days. Stick around for the updates.
iQOO had launched the Neo 7 5G smartphone earlier this year in February. Several months after its release, the company is now slashing the price tag of the device in the Indian market. So here are all the details.
iQOO Neo 7 5G New Pricing
The Chinese smartphone maker had launched the Neo 7 model in multiple color options and storage configurations. It arrived in new Interstellar Black and Frost Blue options as well as an 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB variant. Thanks to the updated pricing, the Neo 7 is now around 2,000 INR cheaper than it used to be. So the 8GB variant is now priced at 31,999 INR, while the 12GB model costs 31,999 INR.
iQOO Neo 7 5G Specs
The iQOO Neo 7 5G sports a tall 6.78-inch AMOLED display that has an FHD+ resolution and 19:0 aspect ratio. It even supports 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and 360Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, the device is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC. It is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that offers 120W fast charging support.
The Neo 7 model runs on Android 13 OS based Funtouch OS 13 custom skin out of the box. On the rear, it features a 64-megapixel triple camera setup, while the front houses a 16-megapixel selfie shooter. Other notable features include Bluetooth 5.3, WiFi 6, in-display fingerprint scanner, face unlock, and stereo speakers.
Amazon is introducing ‘Smart Home Days’ where you can get your hands on Amazon Echo smart speakers and some of the best Alexa-compatible smart home products at amazing discounts. So, if you’ve been waiting to upgrade your home with the latest smart technology, now would be the perfect time!
Imagine controlling your lights, appliances, and security systems with just your voice. With the Echo smart speakers and Alexa-compatible devices, you can transform your home into a futuristic smart haven. Whether it’s the Echo Dot, Echo Dot with clock, or Echo, you’ll find the perfect device to suit your needs.
You can also pair these smart speakers with Wipro smart bulbs for a complete smart home experience. With the Echo Dot (3rd Gen) + Wipro smart bulb combo available at a whopping 60% discount, you can get it for just ₹2,149! And that’s not all, there are plenty of other exciting combos to choose from.
Amazon is also offering discounts on a wide range of Alexa-compatible smart home products. From top lighting brands like Wipro, Philips, Qubo, Halonix, and Havells, to smart camera brands such as Qubo, TP Link, Philips, Xiaomi, and Zebronics, you can find everything you need to create a seamless smart home ecosystem. HomeMate is also offering up to 75% off on their selection of smart home products, including smart plugs, touch switches, and smart lighting. With these amazing deals, you can upgrade your home’s security, lighting, and convenience without breaking the bank.
To avail these discounts, you can check out the ‘Smart Home Days’ page on Amazon starting September 7th (today). The event will run until September 13th, so make sure to mark your calendars and take advantage of these deals.
Samsung is collaborating with Thom Browne once again. This time, it is offering new special edition variants of one of its latest smartwatches and foldable smartphones. So here are all the details regarding the Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 Thom Browne Edition.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Thom Browne Edition
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the company’s latest flagship foldable smartphone. In this limited edition model, the South Korean tech giant’s Thom Browne Edition combines its foldable phone with Thom Browne’s designs. The new variant features a sleek black pebble leather exterior that includes red, white, and blue stripes along with fabric texture, a gold hinge, and golden rings around the cameras, which adds to its premium aesthetic.
Furthermore, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 Thom Browne Edition also arrives with two special leather pouch cases and a special S Pen version as well. The retail packaging box of this foldable smartphone is also pretty unique since it features the iconic Thom Browne briefcase design. In the past, the company has even released Thom Browne editions of older Galaxy Z Fold models like the Galaxy Z Fold 2.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Thom Browne Edition
The Samsung Galaxy Z Watch 6 is now also available in a Thom Browne Edition. Similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 5, the company’s smartwatch has also received an updated premium design. The body features a gold chassis along with a special watch face and Thom Browne logo. The limited edition smartwatch features two leather straps. The special model also includes a 25W travel adapter, a coin-style charger, and a USB-C port with fabric a cable.
Pricing & Availability
The Samsung Galaxy Z fold 5 Thom Browne Edition is available in the South Korean market and is priced at 4.29 million won (roughly 3,217 US Dollars). It is worth noting that the special edition will be available in limited quantities starting from 12th September 2023. The device will be sold in select markets outside of Korea and can be purchased from the brand’s official website.
iQOO launched the Z8 smartphone in China on August 31st. The smartphone was available for pre-order from launch day. It is now available for open sale in China starting today. Check the details below.
The iQOO Z8 pricing starts at CNY 1,699 (around $233) for the 8GB+256GB model. The 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB models are priced at CNY 1,799 (around $246) and CNY 1,999 (around $274), respectively. The phone comes in Moon Porcelain White, Hoshino Green, and Yaoye Black colors.
Specifications
The iQOO Z8 has a sleek design with a curved back and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The rear camera module is square and sits in a glossy black finish, giving the device a two-tone look. The phone has a 6.64-inch display with a punch-hole cutout and a 120Hz refresh rate.
Powering the device is a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor, with up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. It also features a VC cooling chamber for heat dissipation. The Z8 is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. As for the software, it runs on OriginOS 3 based on Android 13.
For photography, the iQOO Z8 has a dual-rear camera system consisting of a 64MP OIS-enabled main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera. Likewise, the device connectivity options include 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, and USB-C port.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo is supposed to be the new smartphone joining the existing Edge 40 and Edge 40 Pro. There has been a slew of leaks and rumors regarding the smartphone, with the latest ones revealing its battery and charging speed. Motorola is yet to make the launch date of the smartphone official but it may have started teasing it on social media.
Motorola recently posted a teaser on Twitter/X, hinting at the launch of a new Edge series phone and asking, “Are you ready to dive into colors?” with the hashtag #findyouredge. This is likely to be the Moto Edge 40 Neo. While not many details are revealed in the teaser, we get to see the phone’s dual rear cameras and a Pantone tag on the back.
The company did not reveal the official launch date yet nor any specifications. However, previous reports suggest Motorola Edge 40 Neo gets a 6.55-inch pOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. This smartphone could be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1050 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
The Edge 40 Neo should run on Android 13-based MyUX custom skin out of the box. For photography, the device offers a 50MP dual camera setup on the rear, while the front houses a 32MP selfie shooter. Motorola’s new Edge 40 Neo might even offer IP68 water and dust resistance. This device is reported to be available in multiple color options, including Black Beauty, Caneel Bay, and Soothing Sea.
Huawei managed to get the world’s attention with its new Mate 60 series of smartphones. Announced without a formal event, the Mate 60 and Mate 60 Pro bring a 5G Kirin 9000s chipset that seems to be manufactured by SMIC on its 7nm process node. While this is excellent news for consumers, competitors like Qualcomm may not be as thrilled. An analyst predicts that Huawei’s new chipset poses a great threat to Qualcomm’s dominance in the market.
Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, known for his Apple-related predictions, said “Qualcomm is the main loser from Huawei’s adoption of Kirin9000S and new Kirin chips”. This is because Huawei is a major customer of Qualcomm, and if Huawei starts using its own chips, it will no longer need to buy chips from Qualcomm. In 2022, Huawei bought 23-25 million mobile phone SoCs from the US tech giant, and in 2023, it bought 40-42 million, according to Kuo.
Huawei Mate 60 Pro
Kuo predicts that Qualcomm may not only experience a decline in shipments to Huawei but also face the risk of reduced shipments to non-Huawei Chinese brand clients due to the competition posed by Huawei. “Qualcomm’s SoC shipments to Chinese smartphone brands in 2024 are expected to be at least 50–60 million units lower than in 2023 due to Huawei’s adoption of the new Kirin processors and will continue to decline year by year,” Kuo wrote in his blog post on Medium.
This may force Qualcomm to “start a price war as early as 4Q23 to maintain market share in the Chinese market, which will be detrimental to profits,” said Kuo.
That’s not it, Kuo believes Qualcomm faces two other potential risks. First, the market share of the Exynos 2400 in Samsung mobile phones could be higher than expected. This would reduce Qualcomm’s sales to Samsung. Second, Apple is expected to start using its own modem chip in 2025. This would be a major blow to Qualcomm, as Apple is a major customer.
Vivo V29e, advertised as the slimmest phone in its price segment, is now available for purchase in India. The phone offers key features, such as a curved-edge 120Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 6-series chip, 64-megapixel dual rear cameras, a 50-megapixel front camera, 44W fast charging, and a color changing back. Here is a look at the price and specifications of the V29e.
Vivo V29e price in India
Vivo V29e
The Vivo V29e is available in two options in India. The 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage option is priced at Rs 26,999 (~$325), and the higher 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage edition costs Rs 28,999 (~$349). The phone can be bought in shades like Artistic Blue and Artistic Red. The red variant has a color-changing back that can go from black to red when exposed to UV light.
The Vivo V29e can be bought through Flipkart, Vivo India’s online store, and offline outlets. When buying the V29e from Flipkart, customers can take advantage of a cashback offer of up to 10 percent on SBI, HDB, and ICICI bank cards.
Vivo V29e specifications
The Vivo V29e features a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel that offers Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It has a 50-megapixel camera with eye-autofocus support on the front. The back panel of the device has an OIS-enabled 64-megapixel primary camera and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens. The V29e improves portrait photography with a 2X mode, allowing users to capture DSLR-quality portraits.
The V29e runs on Android 13 and FunTouch OS 13 and is powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset. The phone ships with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB / 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It comes with 44W fast charging support for its 5,000mAh battery. Lastly, the device measures 164.4 x 74.9 x 7.6mm and weighs 181 grams.
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