Dolby, a renowned leader in audio, visual, and voice advancements, has introduced a fresh audio technology named Dolby Atmos FlexConnect. This innovation can transform your wireless speakers into a complete home theater system.
Image by Dolby
What is Dolby Atmos FlexConnect?
Using Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, you can easily link your TV’s speakers with wireless ones. These wireless speakers can be positioned anywhere in the room to give you an improved surround sound experience. The setup is also quick and straightforward. You do not require additional remotes or equipment for this feature to work. The TV will locate the wireless speakers automatically and set them up.
It has been officially announced that the upcoming 2024 TCL TV models will include speakers equipped with FlexConnect technology. It will make TCL the first TV company to offer this technology. After the debut of the 2024 TCL TV lineup, other TV manufacturers are also expected to integrate this feature.
In related news, TCL has officially launched the 115-inch X11G Max, which is said to be the world’s largest QD-Mini LED TV. The X11G Max comes with 20,000+ LED backlighting zones with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits. It is currently available for 79,999 yuan (~$10969). The full report can be found on our website by clicking here.
Konka has introduced its highly anticipated R7 series of Mini QD-LED TVs, available in sizes of 65, 75, and 85 inches. Let’s check out the specs.
Konka R7 series key features:
The R7 series features an innovative design centered around the MiniQD-LED dynamic backlight system and the Super LampAGLR Light-Control Screen. This advanced pairing enhances the viewing experience by improving native contrast, reducing screen glare, and utilizing Konka’s unique electronic control drive and eight-core high-drive system. The result is a “one light, one drive” mechanism for superior performance.
Konka R7 series establishes impressive display standards with its 504-zone Mini LED and Quantum Dot film, delivering an exceptional 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio. The TV boasts a wide color gamut covering 157% BT.709, along with 178° ultra-wide viewing angles for vivid and sharp visuals. Notably, it holds a TUV Rheinland certification for low blue light emission and flicker-free viewing. The TV also supports advanced HDR formats like HDR10/10+ and Dolby Vision.
The R7 series caters to gaming enthusiasts with its native 4K 144Hz refresh rate, expandable to 240Hz using 144Hz MEMC Pro. It runs on a quad-core A73CPU with 4GB+128GB memory. The TV is equipped with Wi-Fi 6 compatibility and features HDMI2.1 ports, supporting VRR and ALLM for enhanced connectivity and gaming experience.
The TV series offers an enhanced audio experience through JBL Pro audio. Konka’s ME You OS supports cross-platform app compatibility and features like screen splicing, quick screen splitting, and far-field voice commands.
The 65-inch model of the Mini QD-LED TV R7 series is priced at 9,999 yuan ($1,370). The larger 75-inch variant comes with a price tag of 11,999 yuan ($1,644), while the expansive 85-inch version is available for 15,999 yuan ($2,193).
The competition in the global smartphone market is in full swing. Companies like Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Oppo, and many more are working around the clock to take the lead and attract more users. So, who’s coming out on top? A report by Omdia has revealed the answer to this question. It appears that the Android camp, which consists of dozens of different manufacturers, has not been successful against iOS. The iPhone 14 Pro Max is the most popular phone being shipped around the world, and no one else is even close. Here are the details…
Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro Max is the Most Popular Smartphone Globally, Outselling All Android Devices
Omdia released a report for the first half of 2023 that includes a list of the top 10 best-selling smartphones. According to the report, Apple is way ahead of its competitors. The company sold a total of 79.5 million iPhones. Most of these sales came from the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which sold 26.5 million units. Next were the iPhone 14 Pro with 21 million, the iPhone 14 with 16.5 million, and the iPhone 13 with 15.5 million. Based on this, we can say that Apple’s earnings are nearly $100 billion.
In the fifth spot on the list, we finally see Samsung, making the landscape increasingly interesting. While Apple dominates the global smartphone market with its flagship models, the Korean tech giant has managed to place its Galaxy A14 in fifth place, selling 12.4 million units. The retail price of this device ranges from $200 to $250.
This further highlights the gap between Android and iOS. Although 12.4 million is not a number to be taken lightly, the low price point of this model means that Samsung’s profit margin is relatively low. The only flagship Samsung managed to put on the list was the Galaxy S23 with 9.6 million. The top 10 phones on the list are as follows:
Smartphone makers are constantly looking for ways to improve the camera performance of their phones, even if it means adding a large 1-inch sensor. Some brands have already started using large 1-inch sensors in their flagships, such as Xiaomi and Vivo. Now, Nubia is joining the fray.
Image: Nubia Z50S Pro
Nubia has already used 35mm lenses on some of its flagships, such as the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Axon 40 Ultra. Now, it appears that the company is ready to take things a step further with a phone with a 35mm camera and a 1-inch sensor.
Popular tipster Digital Chat Station has shared an image of the upcoming Nubia flagship smartphone next to the Nubia Z50S Pro. Both phones appear nearly identical, aside from the larger rear camera module on the unreleased handset. This shows how much bigger the camera bump needs to be to accommodate the 1-inch sensor.
(Left) Nubia Z50S Pro | (Right) Upcoming Nubia Phone
The upcoming smartphone is rumored to have a 35mm Sony IMX989 sensor. However, the tipster says that the company will need to “optimize the volume” before launching the smartphone, which could delay its release.
The camera module on the device seems to be designed to be compatible with an external lens. This is similar to the Xiaomi 12S Ultra concept phone from last year, which could be paired with Leica M series professional lenses. However, the 12S Ultra concept phone didn’t make it to the market since the cost of developing and manufacturing such a phone would be expensive. So let’s see what Nubia is up to with its upcoming flagship.
It’s been a month since Samsung launched the fifth-generation Galaxy Z foldables. Both the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 are already available for purchase across the world. The latest generation foldables feature a new Flex Hinge mechanism for improved durability, smooth experience, and dust resistance. The Galaxy Z Fold 5 was subjected to JerryRigEverything’s durability test earlier this month revealing surprising results. Now the clamshell Galaxy Z Flip 5 has undergone the popular YouTuber’s intensive durability test.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 survives durability test
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is a significantly upgraded clamshell foldable phone compared to its predecessor. It has become quite popular among customers in global markets. Zack starts the video by comparing the Z Flip 5 with the Motorola Razr Ultra where the former can be seen with a boxy form factor and smaller secondary screen compared to slim profile and larger display on the latter.
As usual, the video starts with Zack doing a scratch test first on the secondary display. It gets minor scratches at level 6 Mohs hardness scale with deeper grooves at level 7. Samsung is using the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for the exterior screen. The South Korean brand uses ultra-thin glass (UTG) for its inner display. It starts producing scratches at level 2 and deeper grooves at level 3. Fingernail marks are also quite visible. However, this is not surprising as it is in line with previous models. Additionally, Samsung also warns about pressing too hard on the surface. The clamshell foldable phone already comes with a pre-installed screen protector that is not supposed to be removed.
Zack then proceeds to the scrape test which takes scratches on all sides of the anodized aluminium middle frame. The flex hinge on the back is also made up of aluminium and it develops scratches. The back panel of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is also shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus making it resistant to scratches. The YouTuber pours dust and dirt on the inner screen and the hinge at the back. Surprisingly, the device was able to fold completely flat. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is then subjected to a burn test where the outer and inner screens withstand flame for 10 and 15 seconds respectively. The power button that doubles up as a fingerprint sensor was able to register scans with minor scratches, however, after additional abuse, it stopped working completely.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 finally undergoes the most stressful part of Zack’s durability test – the bend test. This is the test that this year’s Google Pixel Fold and Motorola Razr+ didn’t survive. Samsung’s latest generation clamshell foldable came out unscathed! Zack tried to bend it with ample pressure from the backside but it held its ground. This is a true testament to Samsung’s efforts to improve durability. It also gives Galaxy Z Flip 5 an upper hand over the Motorola Razr+.
There have been rumors for a long time that the Galaxy S24 series will use both the Exynos 2400 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets. Recent reports say that Samsung has increased production of the Exynos 2400. Now as per TrendForce, Samsung is expected to launch the Exynos 2400 SoC in Q4 2023.
TrendForce, a market research firm, penned a tweet on their wall stating that Samsung has restarted its “in-house AP design project”. This means that the Exynos 2400 chip is likely in development. TrendForce said that Samsung is doing this to maintain its cutting-edge R&D capabilities and expertise in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Samsung has opted to restart its in-house AP design project in order to maintain its cutting-edge R&D capabilities and expertise in advanced semiconductor manufacturing. TrendForce reports the new Exynos 2400 chip is slated for release in 4Q23 and it expected to be integrated… https://t.co/lKUXSEdJKU
The tweets also say that the silicon will be launched in Q4 2023 and will be available in the Galaxy S24 series, but only in limited quantities. This is not surprising, as there have been rumors since the beginning that the Exynos 2400-powered models would only be sold in Europe and some parts of Asia. These rumors are now looking more likely to be true.
Meanwhile, earlier rumors suggest that the new Exynos SoC will have a 10-core CPU with a 1+2+3+4 core configuration. The single Cortex-X4 core will run at 3.10GHz, while the two Cortex-A720 cores will run at 2.9GHz, the three Cortex-A720 cores will run at 2.6GHz, and the four Cortex-A520 cores will run at 1.8GHz. All of the cores will be based on the ARMv9 architecture.
Likewise, the SoC will have a new Xclipse 940 GPU, which will be based on AMD’s RDNA2 architecture. As for the memory, it will support LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.
Samsung is all set to unveil a new Special Edition Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphone aka Thom Browne Edition next week. The device first appeared in stories a week ago when Samsung published a video teaser on X.com (formerly Twitter.com) exhibiting Thom Browne’s signature stripes. The Korean giant once again took to X.com to unveil the launch details of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 Thom Browne Edition.
In a new teaser, Samsung Mobile posted, “A unique vision of innovation, at its most elegant – the new @ThomBrowne Edition will be as striking as it is inviting. Save the date for September 7th. #GalaxyxThomBrowne”
The new special edition Galaxy Z Fold 5 would feature themed accessories and may ship in a bundle. However, the device specifications would be the same, but we expect unique design changes, a new Thom Browne theme along a set of new wallpapers. Detail about the RAM and storage is not yet available, but we expect it before the official launch.
Samsung has not partnered for the first time, we have already seen the Thom Browne Edition of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphones.
The Standard Galaxy Z Fold 5 comes in three different colors Icy Blue, Cream, and Phantom Black. It is available in three storage variants – 12GB + 256 GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 12GB +1TB Storage.
Pebble‘s latest smartwatch is a special edition model that arrives with a major collaboration with the popular Game of Thrones franchise. It is dubbed the new Pebble Game of Thrones Limited Edition smartwatch and it features a unique GOT-themed UI design. So let’s have a look.
Pebble Game of Thrones Specs
The new Pebble Game of Thrones smartwatch sports a 1.43-inch AMOLED panel that offers 700 nits of peak brightness and an Always-On Display (AOD). The circular screen is surrounded by a metallic dial, which is paired with a crown-shaped button and leather straps. Since it is a limited edition GOT themed model, the device offers multiple new watch faces that are inspired by the popular fantasy TV series.
But apart from its UI, the wearable comes with supports for various health related sensors that enable it to track your sleep, heart rate, and blood oxygen levels. It even offers various fitness and sports modes as well. Other notable features include an IP67 water and dust resistance rating, a 250mAh battery pack that offers 7 days of standby time, support for iOS and Android, and Bluetooth calling via a built-in microphone and speaker.
Pebble Game of Thrones Pricing & Availability
The Pebble Game of Thrones Limited Edition has been unveiled in three color options, namely Gold, Grey, and Black. It is available via the company’s official website and Amazon India. The special edition smartwatch carries a price tag of 5,499 INR (roughly 67 US Dollars) and arrives in a unique packaging box that is inspired by GOT.
Analogue has recently released a unique version of its handheld gaming console called the Pocket – Limited Edition. This console stands out due to its phosphorescent shell that glows in the dark. Priced at $250, the Pocket offers a combination of retro gaming charm and modern design.
Analogue Pocket Glow gaming console key features:
The standout feature of this console is its night-luminous plastic shell. Crafted with phosphorescent compounds, it has the capability to absorb and store light from the environment. To illuminate in the dark, the shell simply requires some exposure to light sources, such as incandescent bulbs or the sun. Once charged, the Pocket Glow promises to radiate light for as long as eight hours, making it a standout piece for nighttime gaming sessions or simply adding a glow to one’s collection.
The Pocket Glow console offers more than its luminous exterior; it also impresses with its internal features. It is compatible with various retro game cartridges, primarily Game Boy, and can expand its compatibility through an adapter to include games from platforms like Game Gear, Neo Geo Pocket Color, and Atari Lynx. This versatility appeals to retro gaming enthusiasts and individuals interested in playing older titles on modern hardware.
The gaming console is equipped with two customized FPGA chips that contribute to seamless gameplay and improved compatibility with older game cartridges. It features a high-quality 3.5-inch front-facing LCD screen with a sharp resolution of 1600 × 1440 and a remarkable pixel density of 615 ppi. These specifications are uncommon for a handheld device in its category. The console also boasts a strong 4300mAh battery, providing users with 6-10 hours of uninterrupted gaming.
The console is anticipated to be in high demand due to its limited availability. It will be released for purchase on September 1st through Analogue’s website, with shipping of orders starting on September 5th.
Smartphone distributors have criticized the Rajasthan government and are against the their latest scheme that plans on giving out free smartphones to women. The retailers believe that the move will make a significant impact on their profits. So here are all the details.
Why are smartphone retailers up in arms?
Smartphone retailers are pushing back against the Indian state government’s recent initiative to provide women in Rajashtan with free smartphones. The move to distribute 4 million smartphones by October will take away a large number of potential customers by giving away 500,000 smartphones for free. This would directly impact their profits and likely lead to significant losses, according to the retailers.
The All India Mobile Retailers Association wrote to Rajasthan Chief Minister’s office in a letter that 25 percent of the half a million phones sold in the state every month cost under 10,000 INR. The association added that “These devices are mainly retailed by small-scale businesses who are now struggling with an unenviable situation due to exclusive distribution of IGSY (Indira Gandhi Smartphone Yojana) smartphones by an outside agency through a limited number of camps.
What is the new scheme all about?
They further added that the distribution of smartphones is being handled by two agencies, which bypass the existing distribution network in the region. For those unaware, the Rajasthan government had announced the free smartphone distribution scheme earlier this month. With this new initiative, the state aimed on providing free handsets to three groups of females.
This included widowed pensioners, girl students and female heads of families working under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act scheme and the Indira Gandhi Urban Guarantee Scheme. The government will be giving away these smartphones through state-authorized distributors who are holding camps across the state. Those that are eligible for this scheme are given a date and time to queue up for their free smartphone.
Consistent Infosystems, an Indian IT hardware manufacturing brand, has launched two new monitors, the CTM2200 and the CTM2400 in the country. The monitors come with frameless and slim designs encased in an elegant white body. Here are the detailed specifications and features of Consistent CTM 2200 and CTM2400 LED monitors, along with their price in India.
Consistent CTM2200 and CTM2400 Monitors
The CTM2200 is a 22-inch monitor with a Full HD (1920×1080) resolution. It has a generous 54.6cm wide display that ensures a mesmerizing visual experience. The monitor consumes only 21W of power, making it an eco-friendly choice. It has an inbuilt speaker of 4W output for audio.
On the other hand, the CTM2400 is a 24-inch monitor with a Full HD (1920×1080) resolution. It has a wider form factor than the CTM2200, spanning an expansive 60.5 cm display size. Moreover, the monitor consumes less than 24W of power, making it another eco-friendly display option from Consistent. Like the CTM2200, this one also comes with a 2x2W built-in speaker for multimedia experience.
Pricing and Availability
The new CTM 2200 and CTM2400 LED monitors are available now at INR 10,499 and INR 12,999 respectively. Both monitors come with a 3-year warranty and can be purchased through all Consistent branches across India.
Oppo has just launched the successor of its popular clamshell Find N2 Flip smartphone, called the Oppo Find N3 Flip. The smartphone comes with some design changes to its predecessor, along with an upgraded spec sheet. You can check out the detailed breakdown of the device below.
Design & display
The Oppo Find N3 Flip goes for a slightly different design approach compared to its predecessor. It has a rectangular cover screen on the side like the N2 Flip but gets a new circular camera module that houses three camera lenses with Hasselblad branding. Below that is an LED flash. The right side of the device features a power button (with an integrated fingerprint sensor) and a volume rocker, while you get an alert slider on the left side.
The brand has employed a new hinge mechanism in the smartphone called the “Seiko Pseudo-cone Hinge”. It is claimed that the device has been tested by folding it 600,000 without any damage. In addition to that, the hinge also functions normally in extreme conditions like -20°C to 50°C. In terms of dimensions, the device measures 166.4mm x 75.8mm x 7.79mm while unfolded. On the other hand, it measures 85.5mm x 75.8mm x 16.45mm when folded.
Coming to the display, the device comes with an inner screen measuring 6.80 inches and an outer screen measuring 3.26 inches. The internal screen boasts a resolution of 2520 × 1080 pixels, 403 PPI, and a peak brightness of 1600 nits. The outer screen offers a resolution of 720 × 382 pixels, 60Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 900 nits. Both screens use AMOLED technology, with the internal screen supporting a flexible design, 1~120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and up to 240Hz touch sampling rate.
Performance
Under the hood, the device houses a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 octa-core SoC, which has the Mali-G715 MP11 GPU onboard. The CPU onboard has a peak frequency of 3.05GHz. Storage options include 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM paired with either 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The smartphone is powered by a 4,300mAh battery with 44W fast charging. It operates on ColorOS 13.2 operating system, which is based on Android 13.
For connectivity, we get 5G, along with various Wi-Fi standards, including Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and 802.11a/b/g/n. It has Bluetooth 5.3 that supports various audio codecs like SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, and LHDC. Unfortunately, there is no 3.5mm jack onboard. Additionally, the device has NFC, along with various satellite positioning capabilities like Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and QZSS.
Cameras
The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 main camera (with OIS), a 32-megapixel IMX709 telephoto camera (with AF support), and a 48-megapixel IMX581 ultra-wide-angle camera on the rear. These cameras support various modes, including 2x optical zoom and 20x digital zoom, night scene, video recording, and more. The front camera is a 32-megapixel IMX709 shooter with multiple camera modes as well.
In terms of video recording capabilities, the rear camera can record 4K video at 30fps, 1080P video at 60fps and 30fps, and 720P video at 60fps and 30fps. It also supports slow-motion video recording and time-lapse photography. The front camera can record 4K video at 30fps, 1080P video at 30fps, and 720P video at 30fps, along with video anti-shake and time-lapse photography.
Pricing & availability
The OPPO Find N3 Flip has a starting price of CNY 6,799 ($932) for the base model, which offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There’s also an option with 512GB of onboard storage, and this variant is priced at CNY 7,599 ($1042). Starting from September 8th, customers in China will be able to purchase the OPPO Find N3 Flip.
Among the ocean of leaks related to the next iPhone specifications and other details, here are new renders that detail the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro in different color options. These are said to be the most accurately colored and realistic renders of both smartphones.
The rounded edges, titanium frame, and slightly thicker camera bump are quite visible in the renders. iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are set to unveil in five different color options Black, Green, Blue, yellow, and Pink. Below are the renders that shed some light on the overall design and the color options.
There are some noteworthy changes that will be part of the iPhone 15 series, and those are:
iPhone is getting USB Type C instead of the lightning port
The new gen iPhone could feature Apple A17 Bionic Chip on a 3nm process
Introduction of Titanium Frame instead of Stainless steel
A new Periscope lens for better zooming capabilities
New Color Options across the entire lineup
iPhone 15 Pro Color Renders
Most of these changes will be part of the iPhone 15 Pro models aka iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The high-end models are expected to come in four different colors Space Black, Silver, Blue, and Gray.
iPhone 15 Pro series is expected to bundle a new sensor technology for better photo quality. There will be a new haptic volume and mute buttons which will give the essence of real buttons. Even the mute toggle will be replaced by a haptic button. The iPhone 115 Pro will be slightly narrower than the predecessor and will measure 146.47 x 70.46 x 8.24 mm in size.
iPhone 15 Pro Launch Date
iPhone 15 Series is expected to launch on September 12, the pre-orders from September 15, and shipping is expected from September 22. The details are not official yet, so take this as a grain of salt in the ocean.
We previously reported that Asus’s Zenfone 10 might be the final Zenfone model. The company was reportedly making changes in the organization, which caused employees to move to different projects internally. This news spread widely online. However, the Taiwanese tech giant has now clarified this rumor with their official response.
Asus has officially denied the rumors of Zenfone discontinuation and confirmed that the Zenfone 10 would not be the last generation of the series. They will continue to keep their two main smartphone product lines, the ROG phone and the Zenfone. The brand has also hinted at its 2024 product lineup, which could potentially include the Asus Zenfone 11. We will have to wait and see for more information regarding the 2024 lineups. For those wondering what the hype is all about, the Zenfone 10 is one of the last compact flagship phones to exist in the current market. You can check the specifications of the Zenfone 10 below.
Asus Zenfone 10 Specification
The phone is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with an Adreno 740 GPU accompanied by 8GB/16GB RAM. The device comes in multiple storage variants: 8GB RAM with 128GB/256GB storage and 16GB RAM with 512GB storage. It features a 5.9-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate backed by its 4300mAh battery with 30W fast charging and 15W wireless charging.
Additionally, the phone runs on Android 13 with Asus ZenUI having a 50MP (wide) primary camera with a Sony IMX766 sensor, a 13MP (ultra-wide), and a 32MP (front camera). The device has an IP68 rating, meaning it’s water and dust-resistant.
The competition in the global smartphone market continues at full speed. However, brands are expanding their product ecosystems with different devices to get ahead in this race and attract more users. For example, today, Apple, Huawei, Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, and many other manufacturers are producing their own smartwatches. Moreover, these secondary products alone are generating a market worth billions of dollars. Recently, Counterpoint released a new report monitoring the global smartwatch market, indicating that shipments increased by 11% year-over-year after declining for two successive quarters.
Indian Smartwatch Brands Make Big Strides in Q2 2023
When looking at Counterpoint‘s report, the first thing that stands out is the increase in global smartwatch shipments. According to the data, sales increased by 11% year-over-year in Q2 2023, after declining in both Q4 2022 and Q1 2023. Notably, the primary contributor to this growth is India. Smartwatch sales in the region increased by 12% compared to the same period last year, reaching a 34% market share. Meanwhile, there is a slight decline in sales in North America, China, and the rest of the world. So, which brands managed to dominate sales, Apple, Huawei, or Samsung?
When we first look at the report, we see that Apple has once again maintained its position at the top, but there is a significant decline. The company’s market share was 27% in Q2 2022, but it fell by five points to 22% in Q2 2023. This decline pushed its shipments to below 8 million units for the first time in three years. Considering that much of the growth is happening in India, this situation is quite normal because budget-friendly models are more popular in the country.
Huawei emerged as the best-performing brand this quarter, particularly seeing a significant increase in market share in China. Due to this growth, the company’s global market share rose by 3%, reaching 10%. The expansion of Huawei’s smartwatch business is fueled by the popularity of its new Watch GT 3 Pro series. The company is also entering new markets like Europe and North America, further boosting its global smartwatch market share.
Samsung witnessed a 19% decline in Q2 2023. The company managed to boost shipments in the Chinese and Indian markets. However, its performance in North America and Europe, its pivotal markets, recorded 24% and 13% declines, respectively. The decline in Samsung’s shipments is attributed to the increasing competition from other brands, such as Apple and Huawei. Samsung is also facing challenges in the supply chain, which is affecting its ability to meet demand.
Indian brands Noise and Fire-Boltt emerged as major contenders, boasting 86% and 70% YoY growth, resFire-Boltt also made strides in expanding its market share by capitalizing on cost-effective smartwatches. The brand’s smartwatches are available in a variety of colors and designs, making them appealing to a wide range of consumers. Fire-Boltt also made strides in expanding its market share by capitalizing on cost-effective smartwatches. The brand’s smartwatches are available in a variety of colors and designs, making them appealing to a wide range of consumers.
Oppo held a launch conference earlier today (29th August 2023) where it unveiled the highly anticipated Find N3 Flip. But the new foldable phone isn’t the only thing that was announced, as the company also launched the new Oppo Watch 4 Pro smartwatch model. So here is everything you need to know.
Oppo Watch 4 Pro: Design & Display
The Chinese tech giant’s Watch 4 Pro features a fresh new design, which makes it appear different from its predecessor. It is built using a 316 stainless steel frame instead of aluminum alloy. The base material employs ceramic to improve texture and strength. This model arrives in either a silicone or leather strap.
The smartwatch sports a tall 1.91-inch curved AMOLED panel that supports Always-On display and LTPO technology. The AOD offers full color instead of just black and white colors. The screen has a curved glass on top and offers 378 x 496 resolution with 326 PPI. The model also weighs around 52.3 grams without including the strap.
Specs & Features
Under the hood, the Oppo Watch 4 Pro is equipped with dual chipsets, which include the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 SoC along with the BES 2700 chip. The former would likely take on heavier tasks while the latter would take on the work during low-power mode. These chips are paired with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage as well. The new smartwatch offers various health related sensors for 24-hour heart rate tracking, blood oxygen mapping, sleep tracking, and much more.
The device can even warn users of irregular heart rhythm, map your stress, and offer a sleep snoring risk assessment as well. On a single full charge, the brand claims that the watch can last for up to 14 days with light usage. Heavy use might have the battery life fall to 5 days. 10 minutes of charging can offer up to 24 hours of battery life, with a full charge taking 65 minutes in total. It is supported for devices running on Android 8 and higher or iOS 13 or above.
For children, this device comes with a Classroom mode and 100+ sports modes that are fit for middle school students. Other notable features include support for more than 100 sports modes (like running, badminton, tennis, and more), Bluetooth 5.0, eSIM support (China Unicom, China Telecom, and China Mobile), ECG analysis, NFC, Gesture control, USB-Type C port, 570mAh battery pack, and support for Beidou, GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, and QZSS.
Pricing & Availability
The OPPO Watch 4 Pro is available in two variants, namely the Polar Night Black (Silicon) and the Dawn Brown (Leather) variants. The former has a price tag of 2,299 Yuan (roughly $315), while the latter costs 2,499 Yuan (roughly $343). However, Oppo is offering the new watch for a discounted price of just 2,199 Yuan (roughly $302) and 2,399 Yuan (roughly $329) respectively for those who pre-order.
In May, Motorola unveiled the Motorola Edge+ 2023 in the US. It debuted as a rebranded version of the Moto X40 available in the Chinese market and the Edge 40 Pro available in Europe. While there have been no concrete leaks about the specifications of the Edge 2023, it appears that it could be a rebadged version of the Edge 40 available in Europe and India. Pricebaba has shared a leaked render of the Edge 2023 to give a first look at its design.
Motorola Edge 2023 render
Motrola Edge 2023 renderMotrola Edge 2023 render by Pricebaba
The leaked render shows that the Edge 2023 resembles the Edge 40 in appearance. The device features a curved-edge OLED display, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, and a dual-camera setup on the back. It appears that the back panel of the phone has a leather-like texture. It is unclear in which other colors the Edge 2023 will be available apart from the black edition shown in the leaked render.
Motorola Edge 2023 specifications (expected)
The Motorola Edge 2023 is likely to pack the same specifications that are available on the Motorola Edge 40. The device will arrive with a 6.55-inch P-OLED panel that offers Full HD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It will feature a 32-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main, with OIS) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) dual-camera system. It will have an under-display fingerprint sensor and run on My UX-based Android 13.
The Edge 2023 will feature the Dimensity 8020 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and a 4,400mAh battery with 68W wired and 15W wireless charging. The phone will arrive with 256 GB of internal storage.
The iPhone 15 series is about to launch, and there are many rumors about the phone. They are expected to be released in the second week of September and will be available for purchase a week later. Now, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to be the best-selling model in the lineup, even though it will be more expensive.
Kuo predicts that the iPhone 15 Pro Max will account for 35 to 40 percent of all iPhone 15 shipments. This is a 10-20 percent increase over the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which was the most popular iPhone in the second half of 2023, as per Omdia’s H1 2023 global smartphone shipment stats.
One of the main reasons for the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s popularity is expected to be its periscope lens camera, which will offer 5x–6x optical zoom, compared to the 3x optical zoom on current models. The periscope lens camera will be exclusive to the Pro Max model this year, but it is expected to be available on the smaller iPhone 16 Pro next year.
However, the periscope lens costs 3-4 times more than a traditional high-end lens, so Apple is rumored to increase the price of the iPhone 15 Pro models by at least $100.
There were rumors that the iPhone 15 Pro Max would be delayed due to the availability of the periscope lens. However, as per Kuo, mass shipments of the model have begun this week, so it is likely to be released alongside the rest of the new lineup, although there may be some early supply constraints.
Realme has officially announced the launch date of the Realme C51 in India as Sept. 4. Additionally, a fresh teaser from the company indicates the imminent release of a new smartphone under the Narzo brand. The microsite for this upcoming phone is now live on Amazon, confirming that it will be selling the device once announced.
Realme Narzo 60x could be launching in September
Realme Narzo 60x teaser
Rumors have claimed that the next Narzo phone will be called the Narzo 60x when it arrives on the market. However, there is no official confirmation of the name of the device. The sub-brand has so far launched the Narzo 60 and Narzo 60 Pro smartphones. Hence, it appears that the brand could be teasing a Narzo 60-series phone. In addition, the use of the letter “X” in the teasers suggests that the device could indeed be called the Narzo 60x.
With the August month almost coming to an end, it appears that the Narzo 60x could be launched in September. There is a possibility that it could be a rebranded version of the Realme 11x 5G, which is available for purchase through Flipkart in India. Here is a look at the specifications of the Realme 11x 5G.
Realme 11x 5G specifications
The Realme 11x has a 6.74-inch IPS LCD display that offers Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has an 8-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel (main, with OIS) + 2-megapixel (depth) dual-camera system. The device runs Realme UI 4.0-based Android 13 and has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
The Realme 11x has the Dimensity 6100 Plus chipset. It has 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. it has a starting price of Rs 14,999 (~$181).
The CEO of Amazon is apparently against the concept of remote working. A new report has found that the executive believes that remote employees should come back to the office since working from home is “probably not going to work out”.
Amazon CEO pushes back against remote working
According to an Insider report, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said, “It’s not going to work out for you,” which was directed toward its remote employees. The statement was made during a meeting call earlier this month. For those unaware, the e-commerce giant has ordered its employees to return to the office for three days per week starting in May. However, many were unhappy with this decision and thousands of workers signed a petition against this rule.
But despite the protest and staged walkouts, Amazon’s view on this matter hasn’t changed. Jassy told employees, “It’s past the time to disagree and commit,” he further added that “if you can’t disagree and commit… it’s probably not going to work out for you at Amazon because we are going back to the office at least three days a week.”
The report adds that Jassy’s decision was more of a “judgement call” and the employees that won’t comply can leave if they want to. Jassy stated that “It’s not right for all of our teammates to be in three days a week and for people to refuse to do so”. Reports have suggested that Amazon is cracking down on employees who are refusing to return to the office, forcing a “voluntary resignation” on them.
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