Vivo X90S TENAA Listing reveals Key Specifications and Design

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May 9, 2023

Vivo X90 series is the company’s latest attempt to offer flagship smartphones with top-notch cameras and hardware. The lineup was introduced in China back in November 2022 and made its debut in the international market only recently. While it already includes three premium phones, rumors of a fourth model have been circulating online for quite some time now. In the latest update, the Vivo X90S has appeared on TENAA with its key specifications and some live images. Here are the details.

Vivo X90S Brings a familiar design with 50MP main camera

The TENAA listing reveals Vivo X90S won’t stray far from the rest of the models in the series in terms of design. You get a slightly curved back with a circular camera housing and likely a vegan leather finish. There’s a strip right below the camera module that reads “Xtreme Imagination”. A Zeiss branding can also be seen on the left. The phone has a curved display with a hole-punch cutout at the top center.

As per the listing, the Vivo X90S will come with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display offering a 2800 x 1280 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is listed with an octa-core SoC clocked at 3.2GHz. According to a recent Google Play listing, the handset gets the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ processor under the hood. The processor will be paired with 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB of RAM and 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of storage.

The Vivo X90S will get a triple-camera setup on the back with a 50MP main camera sensor, a 12MP secondary sensor (likely ultra-wide), and another 12MP sensor, which could feature a portrait lens on top with 2x optical zoom support. There may be a 32MP shooter for selfies and video calls. It could get a 4690mAh battery.

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Apple Beats Studio Buds+ Live Images Leak via NCC listing

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Anurag

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May 9, 2023

Apple is apparently gearing up to introduce new Beats earbuds on May 18. The Beats Studio Buds+ were first spotted on the iOS 16.4 Release Candidate in May. The hearables later received IMDA certification and were also listed on Amazon with key specifications. While we wait for a formal debut, the Beats Studio Buds successor has now appeared on the NCC certification site with some fresh live images. Let’s have a look.

Beats Studio Buds+ Look quite Similar to the Original earbuds

The Apple Beats Studio Buds+ have been spotted on the NCC certification website with a design similar to the original Studio Buds, launched in 2021. The earbuds have an in-ear design with silicon ear tips for better grip. They seem to have a small, light stem-less design that loses the ear hooks. Both earbuds have cutouts for the microphones.

The two earbuds that come with the Beats package have distinct model numbers: the left one is labeled A2782, while the right one bears the label A2781. Additionally, the package includes a charging case that has the model number A2780. The charging case comes with an oval-shaped design and displays the Beats logo on its front.

As per a recent Amazon listing, the Beats Studio Buds+ will come with an improved battery life of up to 36 hours with the included USB-C charging case. For reference, the last generation model offers 32 hours of playtime. The new earbuds are also expected to feature upgraded microphones with 3x larger size and new venting to improve ear pressure. Beats claims that the new Studio Buds+ will offer 1.6x more active noise cancellation , along with up to 2x improved transparency mode.

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Dimensity 8050 is MediaTek’s latest mid-range chip with a 3GHz prime CPU core

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May 9, 2023

MediaTek has today announced a new mid-range processor, called Dimensity 8050. It is fabricated on a 6nm processor and features an octa-core CPU with four performance Arm Cortex-A78 processors having peak speeds of 3GHz. Although MediaTek markets it as a brand-new iteration, it’s similar to the Dimensity 1300 and 1200, architecturally. Dimensity 8050 comes supported with quad-channel memory and dual-channel UFS 3.1 storage.

Dimensity 8050 will offer “supreme gaming with reliable, fast FPS”

Built on the TSMC’s 6nm process node, the Dimensity 8050 comes with a 5G modem and an octa-core architecture. It has four fast Cortex-A78 cores, which include a Super Core clocked at up to 3GHz, and three Performance Cores at up to 2.6Ghz. There are four efficient Cortex-A55 cores as well. As mentioned, the SoC supports up to 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

The chipset boasts a powerful Arm Mali-G77 GPU with nine cores dedicated to graphics. Additionally, the Dimensity 8050 supports 4K video capture, enabling phones to take photos up to 200MP with 20% faster night photography than the previous Dimensity series. The SoC also offers manufacturers the flexibility to design smartphones with Full HD+ displays up to 168Hz or higher resolution QHD+ displays up to 90Hz. Moreover, the chip includes MediaTek MiraVision, which provides various HDR video playback and display technologies for a cinema-grade experience.

The new chipset has already made its debut on the Tecno Camon 20 Premier. The handset comes with a starting price tag of $450 and will be available in Nigeria starting today. For more details about the specifications and features of the handset, you might check our launch coverage here.

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These regions will Possibly have to deal with Exynos Galaxy S24

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May 9, 2023

Samsung fans were happy that the company finally ditched the controversial Exynos chipsets and sided with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC for all Galaxy S23 models. However, their happiness was short-lived, as rumors began circulating that Samsung was developing a new chipset, the Exynos 2400, which would likely power next year’s flagship lineup. In the latest development, a tipster has revealed the regions where the Exynos Galaxy S24 will be available.

Exynos 2400 Could be the SoC Powering some Galaxy S24 models

Samsung has a history of using both Exynos and Qualcomm chips in its S series models, but until now it was unclear which regions would receive the Exynos-powered Galaxy S24. That has changed with the latest tip from @Tech_Reve, who claims that Samsung may offer the Galaxy S24 with the Exynos 2400 processor in European and Southeast Asian countries. Whereas consumers in America will get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-equipped models.

Qualcomm chips usually offer better performance and efficiency than the Exynos ones, so this news will likely cause mixed emotions among readers. But from what we’ve heard so far, the Exynos 2400 is going to be a promising processor with a 10 cores architecture. It is expected to include one Cortex-X4 clocked at 3.1 GHz, two Cortex-A720 cores at 2.9 GHz, three Cortex-A720 cores running at 2.6 GHz, and four Cortex-A520 cores operating at 1.8 GHz.

It appears highly likely that Samsung will once again utilize Exynos chipsets in the upcoming Galaxy S24. This speculation gained strength following comments made by Hyeokman Kwon, Vice President of the DS Division at Samsung LSI, during the company’s Q1 2023 earnings call. Kwon revealed Samsung’s intention to reintroduce its proprietary Exynos chipset to its flagship smartphones, particularly the Galaxy S series.

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iPhone 14 Ratings Suffer: The Best and Worst iPhones in History Revealed

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May 9, 2023

Smartphone prices continue to rise. In the past, flagship phones cost around $600-700, but now they exceed $1000. While inflation contributes to this increase, the primary reason is the constant advancement of technical features. This trend affects user expectations, with some customers who spend a lot on a phone occasionally feeling disappointed with their devices. A recent study by PerfectRec unveiled surprising insights into user satisfaction ratings for Apple’s iPhone 14. Here are the details…

Lowest- and highest-rated iPhones of all time

The iPhone 14 series undoubtedly frequently makes headlines for its features as well as its price. But do these devices, considered expensive even in high purchasing power regions like North America and Europe, satisfy their users? A recent study has revealed surprising insights into the user satisfaction ratings of the iPhone 14 series.

The study analyzed over 600,000 user-generated Google reviews for iPhones from the iPhone 4 to the iPhone 14. While Apple’s Q2 earnings call reported a 99% satisfaction rate for the iPhone 14 family, this new study showed a significant drop in the proportion of five-star ratings for the base iPhone model. The study found that five-star ratings for the iPhone 14 base model dropped by 8 percentage points from the previous year’s iPhone 13, which saw a high of 80% five-star reviews.

This is the largest decline in over a decade, with the only other notable drop being a 4% decrease between the iPhone 4 and iPhone 5. The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max also saw a drop in five-star ratings, with both models receiving 76% and 80% respectively, marking an 8% and 6% decline from their iPhone 13 counterparts.

Looking back at the last 12 years of iPhone models, the iPhone 13 Pro Max takes the crown as the highest-rated iPhone with 86% five-star reviews, while the lowest-rated iPhone is the iPhone 5C with only 64% of users giving it top marks. However, it should be noted that this research does not reflect the thoughts of all Apple users. Your expectations for your phone are entirely personal, and experiences may vary accordingly.

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Huawei Mate X3 with 120Hz OLED foldable display & SD8+Gen 1 launched in Europe

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Sean

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May 9, 2023

Huawei is all set to launch its latest foldable smartphone model, the Mate X3, in Europe. The foldable phone was first launched in China back in March 2023, and is finally making its way to the global market. So here are all the details.

Huawei Mate X3 finally arrives in the European market

Just after its first announcement, the Chinese tech giant also confirmed that the Mate X3 foldable phone will also be launching in the European market on 9th May 2023. Now, the device is finally unveiled in the region. The Mate X3 is the latest generation of the brand’s foldable phone series and rivals Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 in the market. The device sports a tall 7.85 inch primary screen that features an OLED panel and 120Hz refresh rate along with a 6.4 inch cover display.

Under the hood, the device is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC that is paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Huawei Mate X3 is powered by a large 4,800mAh battery pack that supports 66W wired fast charging, 50W wireless fast charging, and 7.5W reverse charging as well. The rear packs a 50 megapixel triple camera setup, while the front houses an 8 megapixel selfie shooter.

Other notable features include, satellite connectivity, IPX8 water resistance, 239 grams in weight, 11.08mm in thickness when folded and just 5.3mm when unfolded, OIS support on the periscope zoom lens, NFC, dual stereo speakers, and Bluetooth 5.2. The device was launched in China for a starting price tag of 12,999 Yuan or roughly about 1,900 US Dollars or 1,700 Euros. But now, it is going on sale for a starting price tag of 1,199 Euros (1,199 Pounds in the UK) for its 8GB + 256GB model and 1,399 Euros (1,299 Pounds in the UK) for the 12GB + 512GB model.

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Huawei P60 Pro launched in Europe with quad-curved display, variable aperture lens

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May 9, 2023

Huawei has announced its latest flagship smartphone, the P60 Pro alongside Mate X3 in Europe. The device was launched in China back in March this year. Let’s take a closer look at the specifications of the P60 Pro.

Huawei P60 Pro Specifications

Huawei P60 Pro features a large 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED quad-curved display with a 120Hz refresh rate and LTPO technology. It also boasts a 1.07 billion color display with support for 1,440Hz PWM dimming and a punch-hole screen. The P60 Pro is protected by Huawei’s exclusive durable Kunlun Glass panel and features anti-fingerprint feather sand technology and bright glass finishes.

Under the hood, the P60 Pro is powered by up to a 3.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4nm chipset with Adreno 730 GPU, along with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB, 512GB of storage. The phone runs on Huawei’s latest EMUI 13.1 operating system and features a dual SIM slot.

The P60 Pro comes equipped with a triple rear camera setup that includes a 48MP main camera with f1.4-f4.0 ten steps variable physical aperture, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 48MP telephoto module with a super large aperture of f2.1 and equipped with a three-axis sensor for stabilization. The telephoto module offers a 3.5x optical zoom range and a 100x digital zoom range, with an option to shoot macro through the telephoto lens. On the front, there is a punch-hole 13MP camera with an f/2.4 aperture.

Other notable features of the P60 Pro include an in-display fingerprint sensor, water and dust resistance with an IP68 rating, USB Type-C audio and stereo speakers, and support for dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ax, Bluetooth 5.2 LE, GPS (L1 + L5 Dual band), NFC, and USB 3.1 Type-C (GEN1). The device is powered by a 4815mAh Li-ion battery with 88W Huawei SuperCharge and 50W wireless charging.

Pricing and Availability

The devices are available in two variants 8GB RAM with 256GB storage and 12GB RAM with 512GB storage. Check out the prices.

8GB RAM+256GB Storage – EUR 1199 | GBP 1199.99
12GB RAM+512GB Storage – EUR 1399 | GBP 1299.99

P60 Pro comes in Black and Rococo Pearl colors. But in the UK the 8GB RAM variant is available only in Black while the 12GB variant is available in Rococo Pearl.

The P60 Pro will be available in Europe from May 9th via Huawei ecommerce, with selected retailers offering the device from May 22nd. Consumers who will purchase from the UK Huawei Store by the 5th of June 2023 will get a free Huawei Watch GT 3 (while stocks last). Customers purchasing the 512GB storage variant (also by 5th June) can also claim an additional £100 voucher which can be redeemed on the UK Huawei Store.

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WhatsApp Gets Wear OS Support Allowing Users To Chat Directly From Smartwatch

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Viraj Gawde

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May 9, 2023

WhatsApp has released an official app for Wear OS 3. This means that users will be able to use the instant messaging platform right from their Wear OS-powered smartwatches. However, the functionality is currently in the beta stage and only accessible to beta testers of the Android app. Some of the smartwatches powered by Wear OS 3 include Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and 6 series, Pixel Watch, Fossil Gen 6 etc.

WhatsApp for Wear OS lets users message from smartwatch

WhatsApp for Wear OS 3 is available with the latest beta version 2.23.10.10 for Android. Users who are interested in trying can join and become a beta tester here. Additionally, both the phone and watch should have the app version 2.23.10.10 or later. To set up the app, users have to enter an eight-digit code from their watch into the phone app. Then the chats will sync across devices safely which will also be end-to-end encrypted.

The WhatsApp for Wear OS offers all the necessary features including the ability to send messages directly from the wrist. However, there’s no option to start a new chat if the user has never sent a message to the WhatsApp contact before. The Wear OS app shows a simple list of recent contacts, a settings menu, and more. There are two tiles for WhatsApp Contacts’ to jump to a contact and the ‘WhatsApp Voice Message’ tile lets the user quickly start recording a voice message.

The WhatsApp for Wear OS app also lets users to scroll through old conversations. Users can reply to messages using voice messages or a system keyboard. Scrolling through group chats will display ‘People in this conversation’.

The WhatsApp for Wear OS app is expected to get a stable version in the coming weeks. It seems like a great option to quickly send a message from the wrist instead of reaching for a smartphone.

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Truecaller Will Soon Identify Incoming Spam Calls And Messages On WhatsApp

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Viraj Gawde

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May 9, 2023

Truecaller is a smartphone app that helps discover unknown callers. Now as per a report by Reuters, the company’s CEO confirmed that they are working on the caller ID service to be available on WhatsApp soon. There has been a significant spike in spam calls and messages from international numbers on the instant messaging platform.

Truecaller will save you from annoying WhatsApp spam calls and messages

Every user receives unsolicited calls or sometimes even from people they know but don’t have their contact saved in their phone. There have been various instances where people have been pranked, scammed, and fallen prey to fraudsters. Today spam calls and messages are not only limited traditionally. They have become rampant on WhatsApp to target unsuspecting users. However, there is no service or tool currently to identify the unknown person before communicating with them. In short, a user has to copy and paste the number of an unknown WhatsApp user on to Truecaller’s search directory.

Truecaller CEO said that telemarketers are switching to internet calling although it is fairly new to the market. He added that over the last two weeks, the company has seen a spike in user reports from India about spam calls over WhatsApp. The Truecaller’s spam identification feature will help in identifying potential spam calls on the instant messaging platform.

It remains to be seen how Truecaller’s caller ID service will work on WhatsApp. It could probably alert users of any incoming spam calls. The integration in WhatsApp is currently in the beta phase and will be rolled out globally later this month.

It makes sense for Truecaller and WhatsApp to work on spam identification with potential solutions before it becomes a widespread nuisance for users.

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OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ Geekbench listing reveals a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC inside

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Sudhanshu

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May 9, 2023

Oppo is gearing up to launch the next iteration of its popular premium-midrange Reno series devices. The series this year will be called the Reno 10 series and will be spearheaded by the Oppo Reno 10 Pro+. Hands-on images of this device were spotted in an earlier report, and now, it has popped up on Geekbench revealing its performance.

OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ 5G Geekbench: SD8 Gen 1 confirmed

Geekbench website has revealed that the OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ 5G, with model number PHU110, is powered by an SoC codenamed “taro,” which is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC with a peak clock speed of 3.0GHz. The chipset includes three performance cores with 2.5GHz clock speed and four efficiency cores with 1.8GHz clock speed. For graphics, it has an Adreno 730 GPU. The device also has a 16GB RAM variant, and we can expect a 12GB RAM variant too. The device may come with either 256GB or 512GB of storage.

The phone will run on Android 13 with ColorOS 13 layered on top. In the Geekbench tests, the Reno 10 Pro+ 5G achieved a score of 1271 and 3930 points in the single-core and multi-core tests, respectively.

With brands going with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 for their premium mid-range devices, it is quite surprising that Oppo chooses to go with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, a chip notorious for overheating. However, as there is no confirmation on it yet, it’s better to take this listing with a pinch of salt.

OPPO Reno10 Pro+ specs (rumored)

Leaked details of the highly anticipated OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ 5G say that it will feature a triple camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera, 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 64MP periscope telephoto camera. The telephoto lens’s technology promises incredible low-light performance, which is an exciting prospect for avid mobile photographers. The phone’s front camera is a 32MP sensor, making it a great choice for selfie lovers. The smartphone frame will possibly be made out of metal.

According to previous rumors, the OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ 5G was said to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and support a 100W fast charge feature, as per the 3C certification platform. The device is also expected to come equipped with a 6.74-inch OLED screen with a centered punch hole, 120Hz refresh rate, and 1.5K screen resolution. With all of these features, the OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ 5G is sure to be a highly coveted smartphone upon its release.

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Here’s how to watch Realme 11 series launch event

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Chandan

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May 9, 2023

Realme is set to unveil its latest smartphones, the Realme 11 series, on May 10th in China. The lineup is anticipated to feature three models: the Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro+. The company has been teasing some of the features and specifications of the upcoming devices on its official Weibo account. If you are interested in watching the launch event live, here is how you can do so.

The Realme 11 series launch event is scheduled to take place on May 10th at 2 PM local time in China. Realme will be streaming the event live on its official website as well as on its Weibo account. The brand will also announce the Realme Buds Air 5 Pro TWS in the same launch event.

The Realme Buds Air 5 Pro will offer a design that would be very similar to its predecessor. Moreover, the TWS offers some upgraded features such as; support for LHDC code, improved dual device connectivity, 3D spatial sound effects, HiFi-level coaxial dual unit, and much more!

The Realme 11 series is likely to feature premium design and performance at affordable prices. The company has already revealed that the Realme 11 Pro+ will sport a curved AMOLED display with a high refresh rate and a unique leather back design with a circular camera module. The phone will also come with a dedicated moon photography mode and a new MediaTek Dimensity 7000-series chipset.

According to reports, the Realme 11 Pro+ is expected to boast a 6.7-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display featuring 2160Hz PWM dimming. It may come equipped with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. The device is anticipated to feature a triple rear camera setup, which could include a 200-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.4 aperture, an 8-megapixel secondary sensor, and a 2-megapixel sensor. For selfies, the phone may come equipped with a 16-megapixel sensor on the front. The device is also speculated to be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging support.

It has been reported that the Realme 11 Pro+ model will feature a unique curved rear and frame design co-created with former GUCCI designer, Matteo Menotto. The premium variant is expected to come with a beige faux leather back panel named “Sunrise City,” featuring a vertical stripe with gold and silver stitching, and a golden-colored frame. This variant is anticipated to be a limited edition, although other color options are also expected to be available.

The Realme 11 is expected to be the most budget-friendly variant in the Realme 11 series, featuring a flat display and a lower-end chipset. This device may feature a triple rear camera setup with a 64-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It is also speculated to support fast charging and 5G connectivity.

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The official name of Google’s next smartwatch leaks

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 9, 2023

A few days back, a report revealed that Google will release the next-gen Pixel smartwatch alongside the Pixel 8 series smartphones. However, the report did not mention the name of the product.

Now, a leak discloses the official marketing name of the wearable. Let’s check out what it will be called.

According to reliable tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks), the upcoming smartwatch from Google will be officially called Pixel Watch 2. The naming of the wearable goes in line with the Pixel smartphones.

The other Google hardware products, like the Nest lineup, use ‘Gen’ in their names. The usual numbering format feels much better as it is simple and easy to understand for most people.

Having said that, nothing else is known about this forthcoming watch apart from its name. It is strange considering the fact that Google devices are known for their detailed leaks months ahead of their official announcement.

For the last few years, Google has been officially teasing the design of its upcoming hardware products at the annual Google I/O developer conference. Therefore, we wouldn’t be surprised if the Pixel Watch 2 gets its design unveiled alongside the Pixel 8 series tomorrow at the 2023 edition of Google I/O.

The search giant is expected to announce Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel 7a in a few hours from now. These devices are anticipated to hit the shelves in the coming weeks.

POCO F5 With Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, F5 Pro With Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Debut In India and Other Global Markets

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Viraj Gawde

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May 9, 2023

POCO F5 series has launched in the global markets. The lineup includes a standard and pro variant. While both devices have debuted in global markets, the Indian region only gets the POCO F5. The F5 and F5 Pro are rebranded versions of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60 respectively that are available in China. Read on to know what the smartphones offer out of the box.

POCO F5, F5 Pro specifications and features

Starting with the display, the POCO F5 and F5 Pro feature a 6.67-inch 12-bit flexible OLED screen. Both devices come with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,000 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ support. The standard variant offers FHD+ resolution whereas the pro model maxes out at WQHD+. Both phones have a center-aligned punch-hole cutout and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

On the imaging front, the POCO F5 and F5 Pro feature a triple rear camera setup of a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro unit. There is a 16MP front-facing snapper. Both phones have optical and electronic image stabilisation.

Under the hood, the POCO F5 is equipped with a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC whereas the F5 Pro is powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. Both phones pack up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. There is a liquid cooling vapor chamber for heat dissipation. The standard and pro models are backed by 5,000 and 5,160mAh battery cells with both supporting 67W fast charging. The pro variant also supports 30W wireless charging.

The POCO F5 and F5 Pro ship with Android 13 OS out of the box. Connectivity options on the smartphones include a USB-C port, 3.5mm jack, IR Blaster, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, and 5G. The devices also feature an X-Axis Linear Motor.

In India, the POCO F5 is priced at Rs 29,999 and Rs 33,999 for the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB configurations. ICICI Bank cardholders will be eligible for Rs 3,000 instant discount. The smartphone comes in Electric Blue, Snowstorm White, and Carbon Black colors. It will go on sale starting May 16th in the country.

As for the global pricing, the POCO F5 costs $379 and $429 for the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants. On the other hand, the same RAM and storage configurations of the F5 Pro are priced at $449 and $499 respectively. The higher 12GB + 512GB variant of the device carries a price tag of $549. Both smartphones will be available from May 9th.

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Galaxy S23 Ultra to soon get 2x zoom option in video recording

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Chandan

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May 9, 2023

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a top-of-the-line product from Samsung. The handset has several impressive features for a flagship smartphone. The company is still working on the device to improve the entire experience. It was recently reported that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will soon have a 2x portrait mode feature, allowing users to snap zoomed-in portrait images.

Renowned tipster Ice Universe shared a screenshot of the Samsung forum, where an official moderator confirmed the arrival of the 2x zoom option in video recording. This option is said to use the primary 200MP ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor’s center 50MP resolution crop, implying that it isn’t a simple digital crop from existing frames. As a result, the video recording quality will be much improved.

In response to one of the community’s questions, the official forum administrator stated that the company’s engineers had already examined the image quality. As a result, while using the non-native 2x zoom setting while recording videos, factors like brightness and other aspects of quality will be unaffected by it. It’s unclear whether this function will be available on the Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S23, or Galaxy S23+.

The brand has not yet revealed a specific timeline for the rollout of this feature. However, there are speculations that it may be released by the end of this month or next. As there is no official confirmation at this time, we recommend that you approach this information with a degree of caution.

Previously, Samsung rolled out a system update for the S23 series in April, which brought several camera improvements and bug fixes. These included optimizations to the Gallery app, autofocus mechanism, Super Steady On mode, and Camera Assistant.

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Realme 11 Pro+ Indian launch teased, 200MP camera confirmed

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Sudhanshu

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May 9, 2023

Realme is getting ready to launch the Realme 11 series in China. The launch is scheduled for tomorrow (May 10), and the brand is likely to debut a total of three devices at the event: Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro+. Ahead of the Chinese launch, Realme has also teased the device in India.

Realme 11 Pro+ confirmed for India

The teaser talks about the upcoming Realme numbered smartphone featuring a 200MP camera. The brand has already confirmed this feature for the Chinese counterpart of the Realme 11 Pro+. Hence, the teased device is most likely the 11 Pro+.

200 MP by itself only gets you so far. But when you have the software to complement the hardware, it goes beyond "Gimmick" and transcends into amazing mobile photography. That's where the #realmeNumberSeries comes in… pic.twitter.com/8FJmVGbDgx
— realme (@realmeIndia) May 8, 2023

The brand claims that this camera is not just a marketing gimmick and that they have optimized the software to fully utilize the hardware capabilities. Another teaser highlights the device’s zoom capabilities, with rumors suggesting that the 200MP primary camera will offer lossless zoom and the option to toggle between 2x and 4x zoom levels.

At present, there is no information available about the introduction of other Realme models in the country. However, based on past trends, it is likely that the brand will launch all three devices in India. Let’s take a look at the specs & features of the flagship model. The exact launch date is still under wraps, however, we expect more information to be revealed by the end of this week.

Realme 11 Pro+ specs

The Realme 11 Pro+ is a highly anticipated mid-range smartphone with a host of impressive specifications. It is expected to feature a large 6.7-inch AMOLED display that boasts FHD+ resolution and a super-fast 120Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the display will be capable of a 2160Hz PWM high-frequency dimming.

Under the hood, the Realme 11 Pro+ will be powered by a Dimensity 7050 processor, which will offer equivalent performance to the Dimensity 1080 SoC. The device is rumored to come with up to 16GB of RAM and a whopping 1TB of internal storage, which means users will never run out of space for their apps, media, and other files.

In the camera department, the Realme 11 Pro+ is expected to be a game-changer. It has been confirmed to feature a 200MP primary camera, which will be paired with an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro camera. On the front, the device is believed to come with a 32 MP selfie camera, which will help users capture great-looking selfies.

Finally, the Realme 11 Pro+ is confirmed to pack a massive 5,000mAh battery that will support 100W fast charging. This means that the device will be able to charge up in just a matter of minutes, so users can get back to using their smartphones as quickly as possible. To know more about the Realme 11 Pro+, as well as the other devices in the lineup, you can check out our Realme 11 series roundup.

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Stuffcool launches Magic 2 in 1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Station in India

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Sean

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May 9, 2023

Stuffcool has just launched a new wireless charger that features some notable functionality. The company’s Magic 2 in 1 is a USB Type C based wireless charging station and is now on sale in the Indian market. This launch arrives mere days after the brand released the new Snap Lightning 5,000mAh powerbank.

Stuffcool Magic Magnetic Wireless Charging Station goes on sale in India

The new Magic 2 in 1 is capable of outputing 30W of charge, which includes its two wireless charging materials, USB Type A port, and even a USB Type C port. Based on official notes, the Magnetic Charging Station can offer up to 15W of wireless fast charging. While this implies that it supports various Android based devices, the Magnetic charging aspect also supports iPhones and AirPods on the wireless charging platform on the top.

The device can also supply up to 30W from the Type C port and 18W from the Type A port. Although, the total output is just 30W when both ports are being used at the same time. With the 30W fast charging output, Stuffcool claims that flagship smartphones from Samsung will be able to charge via “Super Fast Charging” and Pixel smartphones can charge up to 50 percent in just 30 minutes.

The Magic 2 in 1 Wireless Charging Station can wirelessly charge multiple devices that support Qi enabled Android smartphones as well. The new device is currently available for purchase on the company’s official website, Amazon India, and other online retail stores from a price tag of 5,990 INR (roughly 73 US Dollars).

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Tecno Camon 20, 20 Pro, 20 Pro 5G, and Camon 20 Premier With 120Hz AMOLED Displays Launched

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Viraj Gawde

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May 9, 2023

Tecno has launched the Camon 20 series smartphones. The lineup comprises the Camon 20, Camon 20 Pro, Camon 20 Pro 5G, and Camon 20 Premier. These devices arrive as the successor to the last year’s Camon 19 series. Read on to know what the newest smartphones offer out of the box.

Tecno Camon 20 series specifications and features

All Tecno Camon 20 series phones have the same design with a unique pentagonal-shaped camera island. They have geometric pattern design on the back panel. All four phones feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. They are equipped with an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

On the imaging front, the Tecno Camon 20 and Camon 20 Pro feature a 64MP main sensor paired with a 2MP macro unit and an AI lens. The Camon 20 Pro 5G also retains the same primary and macro lenses but the third unit is 2MP bokeh and the main sensor also supports OIS. Meanwhile, the Camon 20 Premier sports a 50MP RGBW main sensor with sensor-shift OIS, a 108MP ultra-wide and macro lens, and a 2MP bokeh unit with octa-ring flash. Up front, the Tecno Camon 20 lineup features a 32MP selfie snapper.

Under the hood, the Tecno Camon 20 and 20 Pro are equipped with Helio G85 and G99 chipsets respectively. The Pro model’s 5G version has the newly announced Dimensity 8050 – which is essentially a rebadged Dimensity 1300. The Camon 20 Premier is also powered by the same chipset as the Camon 20 Pro 5G. All four phones pack 8GB RAM along with 8GB virtual RAM. There is 256GB native storage onboard except for the Camon 20 Premier which packs 512GB storage. The smartphones also feature a heat dissipation system.

The Tecno Camon 20 series is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 33W fast charging on the standard and pro models. The Camon 20 Premier features 45W fast charging.

The Tecno Camon 20 series comes in Serenity Blue and Predawn Black colours. The pricing and availability of the smartphones has not been announced yet.

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Sharp Aquos Wish 3 launched with water resistance, recycled plastic body, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 9, 2023

Earlier today, Sharp unveiled the Aquos R8 series flagship phones in Japan. These handsets were also accompanied by a budget smartphone called Aquos Wish 3.

As the name suggests, the new device is the third-gen model in the Aquos Wish series. The brand has revealed everything about the product, except for its price. It will go on sale in July.

Sharp Aquos Wish 3 is made of 60% recycled plastic

The body of Sharp Aquos Wish 3 is made of recycled plastic. The brand claims that the usage of recycled plastic has increased to 60% compared to 35% on Aquos Wish 2.

The phone sports a 5.7-inch display (LCD) with a resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels (HD+) and a dewdrop notch. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

The handset is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance. It comes with a fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a MicroSD card slot.

On the software front, the device boots Android 13. It has a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing camera.

Apart from 5G, it offers other connectivity features like dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. Last but not least, the smartphone is backed by a 3,730mAh battery.

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Sony launches an ultralight & water resistant Bluetooth Speakers that you can take to the beach

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Sean

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May 9, 2023

Sony has just announced a new Bluetooth speakers that could be the perfect partner for your next trip to the beach. The company has unveiled the SRS-XB100 is a lightweight wireless speaker, which even features a water resistant build.

Sony SRS-XB100 portable Bluetooth Speakers is perfect for outdoor use

Unlike the large SRS-XV900 speakers that was launched a couple of months ago. the SRS-XB100 is quite compact and portable. The new wireless speakers is lightweight and is built to be loud despite its small form factor. This is thanks to the brand using a passive radiator. The new Sony Bluetooth speakers weighs just under 300 grams and measures mere 2.9 inches in width and 3.9 inches in height. The Japanese tech giant also equipped the speakers with a multiway strap as well, allowing users to hang the speakers from their backpack, bike handles, and much more. This is even handy to those that are hiking.

In other words, it is clear that these speakers is built for being used outdoors. The new Sony portable speaker packs a Sound Diffusion Processor that uses DSP to create a move expansive sound field both indoors and outdoors. It feature stereo playback and even houses an in built microphone for hands free calls. This even feature an echo cancelling feature for improved call clarity.

Thanks to its IP67 water and dust resistance, the SRS-XB100 speakers is perfect as a companion when out and about in places like the beaches. This rating implies that the wireless speakers can survive a one meter depth of water submersion for up to 30 minutes. Sony also promises around 16 hours of playback on a single full charge. The new speakers is available in blue, orange, light gray, and black color options and is being sold for 59 US Dollars.

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OPPO F23 5G To Launch In India On May 15th, Amazon Availability Confirmed

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Viraj Gawde

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May 9, 2023

OPPO is set to launch a new smartphone in India. The brand has announced that it will debut the OPPO F23 5G in the country on May 15th. OPPO has put up a dedicated microsite of the upcoming offering on its website revealing its key specifications ahead of launch next week. The smartphone is also confirmed to be available from Amazon as the e-commerce platform has also put up a microsite.

OPPO F23 5G to launch in India next week

Super fast. Super sized. Super smooth! 🤩 Get set to #FlauntYourSuperpower with the #OPPOF235G. Launching on 15th May! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/ZWoQ4wHUl1
— OPPO India (@OPPOIndia) May 9, 2023

As per the OPPO microsite, the F23 5G seems to be a rebranded version of the A98 5G that debuted in China earlier today. The smartphone is confirmed to come with a center-aligned punch-hole display and a thick bottom chin. It will feature a 120Hz refresh rate. Design-wise, the back panel has a pill-shaped camera module housing three sensors in two rings. The device will feature a 64MP primary camera sensor.

Under the hood, the microsite reveals an unspecified Snapdragon processor on the OPPO F23 5G. It is confirmed to 8GB RAM along with 8GB RAM expansion technology and 256GB onboard storage. The upcoming offering will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 67W fast charging. The OPPO F23 5G will be available in Black and Gold colour options.

The rest of the specifications of the OPPO F23 5G remain unknown at the moment. Since it could be a rebadged A98 5G, we can expect a 6.72-inch FHD+ LCD display, 32MP selfie snapper, and Android 13 OS. We will learn more details about the smartphone next week.

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