Is 4G Dead in India? 5G Smartphones Take the Lead

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Dec 30, 2022

A new report has revealed that Sony is apparently not worried about the Xbox Game Pass from Microsoft. The company reportedly doesn’t even view the Xbox Game Pass as competition in the market.

According to sources close to the matter, Jim Ryan, the CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has expressed views that hint at the company not viewing the Xbox Game Pass as a rival. On the other hand, the Japanese tech giant has implied concern over Microsoft’s recent acquisition of the Activision Blizzard gaming studio. As per one source, the senior executive has expressed his views during an employee Q&A session that was held earlier this month where Ryan talked about market competition.

When asked about the Xbox Game Pass, Jim Ryan reportedly stated that “When we consider Game Pass, it seems to be getting lower [Game Pass numbers]. When we consider Game Pass, we’ve sold more PS5’s in two years than they have gathered subscribers and they’ve been doing that for 6-7 years.” He further added that “We’re just shy of 50 million subscribers and they are in the low 20s, but there’s more work to do to grow that number.”

Interestingly enough, Ryan’s supposed internal statement seems slightly contradicting considering the company is battling Microsoft’s proposed plans on acquiring Activision Blizzard, which is a known name in the gaming industry. The Sony official had told Reuters that the move is “bad for competition, bad for the gaming industry, and bad for gamers themselves” despite Microsoft claiming that “This deal will benefit gamers, developers, and the industry as we seek to bring more games to more people.”

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Noise Bravo Neckband Bluetooth Earphones With 35 Hours Battery Life Launched In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 30, 2022

Noise has expanded its range of neckband earphones in India. The latest offering is dubbed the Noise Bravo. The audio device falls under the Rs 1,000 price bracket and competes against the likes of the Wings Phantom 210, Portronics Harmonics Z5, Lava Probuds N11, and more in the market. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

The Noise Bravo has a basic neckband-styled design with silicone ear tips and buttons for music controls on the right side. They are IPX5 certified sweat and water-resistant.

On the audio front, the Noise Bravo are equipped with a 10mm dynamic driver for immersive sound. There is an environmental noise cancellation that suppresses external noise and offers clear quality on calls. The audio device features Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and can be connected to two devices simultaneously and up to 10m range.

The Noise Bravo Bluetooth neckband earphones are claimed to deliver 35 hours of music playback on a single charge. They support fast charging and a 10 minute of charge is said to offer 10 hours of usage.

The Noise Bravo Bluetooth neckband earphones are available for purchase at Rs 899 on Amazon. On the brand’s official website, it costs Rs 1,199. The audio device is offered in Cyan Blue and Jet Black colours.

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Upcoming Smartphones: OnePlus 11, Redmi Note 12 Series, and More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Dec 30, 2022

We will be entering the new year next week. Along with that, brands have confirmed to launch new smartphones.

Four companies are expected to debut handsets in the coming days. Two of them will unveil brand-new phones. Whereas, the remaining two will announce existing devices for India.

The brands that are anticipated to release smartphones are Tecno, Poco, OnePlus, and Redmi. Let’s take a look at these handsets one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

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1. Tecno Phantom X2

Tecno Phantom X2

The Tecno Phantom X2 series was unveiled in early December. Now, the brand has confirmed to bring the vanilla X2 to India on January 2 with pre-orders starting on the same day, followed by sale on January 9.

The Phantom X2 sports a unique design. It comes with a 6.8-inch 10-bit FHD+ 120Hz curved AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset.

The device features a 64MP Samsung GWB primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide camera with macro capability, a 32MP selfie camera, and a 5,160mAh battery. Last but not least, it carries support for 45W fast wired charging.

2. Poco C50

Redmi A1 Plus

The Poco C50 is tipped to launch in India on January 3. As per reports, it will be a rebranded Redmi A1 Plus.

Hence, it will arrive with a 6.52-inch HD+ display (LCD), a MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP selfie camera, and, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery

On the software front, the handset will boot Android 12 Go Edition. Finally, it will have support for 10W charging.

3. OnePlus 11

OnePlus 11

The OnePlus 11 is scheduled to launch globally on February 7 in India. Ahead of that, the device will be going official in China on January 4.

Before the official announcement, the brand has revealed many features of the handset via teasers. At the same time, details about the product have also been leaked.

The phone is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, a 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD+ display, 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, a 32MP telephoto camera, Hasselblad image processing, IP54 rating, and a 5,000mAh battery.

It will boot Android 13 and will support 100W fast charging. Lastly, it will ship with the required charger, a USB cable, and a protective case.

4. Redmi Note 12 Series

Redmi Note 12 Pro

The Redmi Note 12 series will be unveiled in India on January 5. The three smartphones heading to the country are expected to be the same as the Chinese variants. They are officially called Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.

The vanilla Redmi Note 12 comes with a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, a 48MP rear camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast wired charging.

On the other hand, the Pro models feature a 6.67-inch 10-bit 120Hz OLED display with Dolby Vision support, a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, dual stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The Pro arrives with 67W charging and a 50MP rear camera, while the Pro Plus comes with 120W charging and a 200MP main camera.

Lenovo SmartPaper tablet leaked, could be Yoga Paper E-Ink’s global variant

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Dec 30, 2022

Earlier today (30th December 2022), there was a series of new leak that revealed the renders of a number of upcoming Lenovo products. One of these devices is the new SmartPaper, which appears to be a rebranded version of an existing tablet from the company.

The leaked images were shared by known tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks). He shared multiple images of the Chinese tech giant’s new tablet. Looking at these images, it appears that the brand is planning on launching the Yoga Paper E-Ink tablet globally. The design and form factor of the SmartPaper and Yoga Paper tablet are quite similar, although, the former lacks the distinct “YOGA” branding on the rear panel. In other words, SmartPaper could be a rebranded Yoga Paper model for the global market.

We can also see that the SmartPaper tablet will also feature a stylus. The leak from the tipster only shared the name of the tablet as well as the images, but there was no specifications revealed in this leak. However, based on the already available Yoga Paper, we can expect the upcoming SmartPaper to also sport a tall 10.3 inch e-ink display panel. For those unaware, this panel basically offers users an experience like reading and writing on an actual paper. It is also quite comfortable to look at and it is further helped by the automatic color temperature and brightness adjustments.

The stylus offered with the tablet does not required to be charged or paired. It has a low latency of 23ms and a pressure sensitivity of 4096. The device also supports nine types of smart pens, which can enable an adjustable handwriting style and even support side edge writing to simulate effects of real handwriting. The Yoga Paper was launched in China for around 430 US Dollars, so we can expect a sub 500 US Dollar price tag for the global variant as well.

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Apple to launch an 11.1 inch & 13 inch OLED iPad Pro models in 2024

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Dec 30, 2022

Apple is apparently working on two new iPad Pro models that will feature OLED displays. The two new variants of the iPad Pro will launch with two different sizes. So here are all the details about the upcoming tablets.

As per a new report, the Cupertino based giant is planning on launching an 11.1 inch and 13 inch OLED iPad Pro model. Furthermore, the brand will supposedly launch these two OLED iPad Pros during the first quarter of 2024. So, we still have more than a year till we see these two tablets be released in the market. The news was shared by known display analyst Ross Young. While reports for OLED iPads are not new, this is the first time we’ve heard of the 11.1 inch and 13 inch size variants for OLED iPad Pros.

Additionally, these news models will also feature smaller bezels that surround the display. In other words, the overall dimensions of the new iPad Pros will not change owing to the smaller bezels. Back in October, Apple had launched refreshed variants of the 11 inch and 12.9 inch iPad Pros thanks to the addition of the newer M2 chipset. So the next major upgrade is likely with the iPad Pros receiving OLED panels.

Although, it is unclear if the iPhone maker is planning on releasing new and smaller refreshed models next year. Young had previously claimed that Apple is also planning on releasing a 14.1 inch iPad Pro model in 2023, but has now stated that the company has dropped this plan. Keep in mind that this information is still unconfirmed, so take this news with a pinch of salt and stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Samsung Appoints Hubert H. Lee To Lead Its MX Design Team

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 30, 2022

Samsung Electronics announced today that Hubert H. Lee has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President and Head of its MX (Mobile eXperience) Design Team. Lee brings more than 20 years of design and leadership experience to Samsung, having previously served as Chief Design Officer of Mercedes-Benz China.

Lee will be responsible for leading the MX Design Team, which is responsible for designing products such as the Samsung Galaxy S Series, Z Series, Galaxy Tab, and Galaxy Watch. His design expertise and leadership skills will help shape the look and feel of Samsung’s Galaxy products, building on the company’s reputation for creating innovative and beautifully designed mobile devices.

“Samsung is known for building some of the world’s most beautiful products with designs that have transformed the mobile industry,” said Hubert H. Lee, “I am excited to join a company that is on the bleeding edge of mobile innovation and lead the team responsible for creating new mobile experiences through the art of design.”

Samsung is known for its innovative and stylish mobile products, and Lee’s unique perspective and vision will no doubt help the company continue to push the boundaries of design in the mobile industry.

Lee has a track record of success in the design industry, having received multiple awards for his leadership of design teams at Mercedes-Benz in the US and China. His appointment as head of the MX Design Team at Samsung is a testament to his talent and expertise, and we look forward to seeing the impact of his leadership on the company’s future products.

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Fire-Boltt Gladiator goes on sale in India with 1.96 inch display & Bluetooth calling

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Dec 30, 2022

The Fire-Bolt Gladiator smartwatch had recently been launched in the Indian market. And now, the company has finally started the first sale for this wearable device, which resembles the Apple Watch quite a bit. So let’s have a look.

The Gladiator smartwatch was released with a form factor that resembles an Apple Watch, with a squarish display that has curved corners. It sports a 1.96 inch HD display that has a 600 nits of peak brightness along with an ultra narrow frame design. The wearable also has a working crown for easier control. This model arrives with support 123 sports modes, multiple watch faces, and 8 different menu styles to choose from.

One of the notable features of this device is the Bluetooth calling support as it has a built in microphone and speaker. Other features include IP67 water resistance, 7 days of battery life, quick charge support that enables 24 hours of battery life from just 10 minutes of charging. Apart from this, the users will also be offered various health related features like heart rate mapping, blood oxygen monitoring, and menstrual cycle tracking as well.

Other features include built in games, a calculator, a weather update, hydration reminders, and more. The Fire-Boltt Gladiator smartwatch has officially gone on sale in India with an introductory price tag of 2,499 INR. It will be available for purchase from Amazon India and is being sold in four different colors like black, blue, gold black, and light gold.

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OnePlus 11 will come with World’s first bionic vibration motor & custom graphics engine for 120FPS gaming

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Dec 30, 2022

On January 4th, OnePlus will officially unveil the OnePlus 11, the brand’s upcoming flagship smartphone, in China. The phone’s specifications are already known, and the brand teased us with photographs of the design. The company said this week that the AAC Technology-developed bionic vibration sensor motor will be used for the first time in a phone.

According to OnePlus, this vibration motor will be the most powerful and largest in an Android phone, with a volume greater than 600mm³.

In comparison to the iPhone 14 Pro, the OnePlus 11 offers 1.4 steady state vibration/Grms, which is 17% more. According to OnePlus, the start time and stop time are both 16 milliseconds and 12 milliseconds, respectively, just like the iPhone. The vibration bandwidth is 77Hz, which is better than the iPhone’s 66Hz and the 37Hz of other Android flagships.

According to the company, the bionic vibration motor in the OnePlus 11 provides off-state vibration/Gop of 4.2 as opposed to the 2.2 offered by other vibration motors used in flagship phones, making it 91% better.

The OnePlus 11 is the first device in the market to use full-phase magnetic circuit technology. The vibration is stronger and crisper, the company claims, with more magnetic sources and more driving energy. Even well-known third-party programs like the Happy Xiaoxiaole game and the Baidu keyboard have improved vibration quality, according to OnePlus.

The Super Graphics Engine, which allows for high frame rates and native image quality, is also said to be included on the OnePlus 11, making it the first phone in the world to usher in a new era of mobile gaming. According to the company, the phone would give up to 120fps with the optimization, regardless of the frame rate that the original game supports.

A specialized rendering processor, software algorithms, game development engines, and other software and hardware synergies help to achieve this. According to the business, with low power consumption, the frame rate and image quality can be significantly enhanced, surpassing the game’s original experience.

OnePlus has also claimed that after playing League of Legends Mobile for an hour on the OnePlus 11, the maximum temperature doesn’t exceed 43° C, and it maintains an average of 119.8 FPS.

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Vivo S16, S16e, S16 Pro Go on Sale in China, Checkout Price, Specifications

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 30, 2022

The Vivo S16 series is available for purchase in China starting today. The series includes three models, such as the Vivo S16e, Vivo S16, and Vivo S16 Pro. Here is a look at the specifications and prices of each of these models.

Vivo S16 series price

The Vivo S16e comes in three variants: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 2,099 Yuan (~$301), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,299 Yuan (~$330), and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,499 Yuan (~$359). It comes in purple, turquoise, and black colors.

The Vivo S16 comes in four configurations: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 2,499 Yuan (~$359), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,699 Yuan (~$388), 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,999 Yuan (~$431), and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage for 3,299 Yuan (~$474). It comes in shades like black, mint and gold.

The Vivo S16 Pro comes in options like 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 3,299 Yuan (~$474) and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage for 3,599 Yuan (~$517). It comes in black and mint colors.

The Vivo S16 series is available for purchase through Vivo China’s website,

Vivo S16 series specifications

The Vivo S16 has a 6.62-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz screen, whereas the S16 and S16 Pro are fitted with a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display with curved edges. The three phones are powered by Exynos 1080, Snapdragon 870, and Dimensity 8200 chipsets, respectively. The trio packs a 4,600mAh battery with 66W fast charging support. Other common features include the OriginOS 3-based Android 13 OS and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The Vivo S16e has a 16-megapixel selfie camera, while the other two phones feature a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus support. The S16 has a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera unit. The S16 has 64-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple rear cameras. The S16 Pro is fitted with a 64-megapixel (main) + 12-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera system.

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Lu Weibing officially promoted as Xiaomi Group President

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Dec 30, 2022

Xiaomi has just made a major new announcement during the Hong Kong Stock Exchange earlier today (30th December 2022). The company has officially promoted Lu Weibing as the new President of its international business department of the group.

the Chinese tech giant had previously already announced that Wang Xiang, the former President, will be retiring on December 30, with Lu Weibing set to take over. In the announcement, the brand also stated that Lu Weibing has been promoted to President of the international business department of the group and will even be managing the smartphone department, ecological chain department, major appliance department, China region, and India region of the group.

Furthermore, Wang Xiaoyan was promoted to Vice President of the group and will also serve as president of the group in China. Qu Heng is promoted as the Vice President of the group and will also work as the chairman of the group technical committee as well. Lastly, Ma Ji was also promoted to the role of Vice President of the Xiaomi Group and will even serve as the general manager of the Internet business department of the group.

Interestingly enough, this news arrives soon after rumors of Xiaomi laying off thousands of employees. For those unaware, there was a panic in the company as it was reported that there were multiple rounds of layoffs that affected multiple departments. As per the report, there were up to 75 percent layoffs in certain departments as well, while some teams also saw a 40 percent downsizing.

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Apple Releases a Special AirPods Pro for Chinese New Year

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Oğuz Çakır

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Dec 30, 2022

Apple has released a special edition of its popular AirPods Pro in celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year, known as the “Year of the Rabbit.” According to latest reports, the Apple Store suddenly entered maintenance mode yesterday and released the new AirPods Pro “Year of the Rabbit” special edition in the early hours of the morning.

The special edition features a laser-engraved rabbit design on the earbuds’ casing, adding a festive touch to the product. However, the parameters and functions of the special edition are the same as the regular AirPods Pro. The price of the special edition is also unchanged, with the AirPods Pro “Year of the Rabbit” special edition retailing at 1899 yuan ($296).

In addition to the rabbit design on the earbuds, the packaging for the special edition also features a red rabbit design, further emphasizing the celebratory nature of the product. Latest reports notes that the design can also be seen on the pop-up window when the earbuds are connected to a phone.

There have also been reports that the red version of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are now available for purchase in China, possibly in celebration of the Chinese New Year. The release of the special edition AirPods Pro and the availability of the red iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in China is a testament to Apple’s commitment to catering to the needs and preferences of its Chinese customers.

The Chinese market is a significant one for Apple, and the company has consistently released special editions of its products and made efforts to tailor its products and services to the Chinese market.Overall, the release of the AirPods Pro “Year of the Rabbit” special edition is sure to be a hit with Apple fans in China looking to celebrate the upcoming holiday in style.

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Honor Pad V8 Pro Goes On Sale In China With A Starting Price Of 2,499 Yuan ($360)

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Jeet

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Dec 30, 2022

A few days ago, Honor launched its latest tablet in its home market China, dubbed Honor Pad V8 Pro. This new premium tablet from the brand comes with a high refresh rate, a big-capacity battery, and more.

Now, the Honor Pad V8 Pro is available for purchase in the Chinese market, with the base model priced at 2,599 yuan. However, for the initial period of the sale, the device will be available for a discounted price of 2,499 yuan (~$360).

The base model with 8GB RAM and 12GB storage costs 2,599 yuan (~$374), while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model is priced at 2,899 yuan (~$417). The top-end model with 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage is priced at 3,299 yuan (~$475).

As for the specifications, the Honor Pad V8 Pro features a 12.1-inch LCD display, offering a 2.5K screen resolution, 600 nits brightness, and slim bezels around the screen. It is the world’s first tablet to feature a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate and IMAX Enhanced certification that allow users to stream IMAX Enhanced titles.

Under the hood, it comes powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor, coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. The tablet is also compatible with Magic Pencil 3 and Smart Touch keyboard for expanding the use case.

In the camera department, there’s a 13-megapixel camera sensor with an LED flash on the back of the device, while on the front side, the device is equipped with a 5-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The tablet runs the company’s own MagicOS 7.0 custom user interface on top of the Android operating system. It is powered by a 10,050mAh battery that comes with support for 35W fast charging.

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Huawei Pocket S 512GB Variant Goes on Sale Today in China

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Chandan

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Dec 30, 2022

Huawei introduced its foldable Huawei Pocket S smartphone in October 2022. It was released in three different storage capacities: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. Both the former variants of the smartphone are already available on the market. However, there has been no official information regarding the sale and availability of the 512GB variant of the gadget since its formal announcement. The 512GB model, on the other hand, is now officially available in China. Many users had been waiting for the launch of this model, and the time has finally come.

The Huawei Pocket S 512GB costs RMB 7,488 (about $1,077). The foldable phone is available in the following colours: Obsidian Black, Frost Silver, Mint Green, Sakura Pink, Primrose Gold, and Ice Crystal Blue. The device will be available to purchase in China via Vmall, Jd.com, Suning, and other retailers. Interested users can now purchase the 512GB variant of the device starting at 10:08 local time in the country.

The Huawei Pocket S has a 6.9-inch foldable OLED display with a resolution of 2,790*1,188 pixels. It has 10-bit colours and a refresh rate of 120Hz. On the back panel, there is a 1.04-inch secondary screen. The gadget has a fingerprint scanner on the side. The Huawei Pocket S has a dual back camera setup for photography. It has a 40MP primary sensor and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle lens. There is a front-facing selfie camera with a resolution of 10.7MP.

The Huawei Pocket S is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G CPU. It has 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage space. A flexible graphite heat dissipation system is used in the gadget. The foldable phone is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with 40W charging capabilities. The Pocket S comes with Harmony OS 3 out of the box.

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OPPO Find N2 Flip Foldable Smartphone Now Available For Purchase In China

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Dec 30, 2022

Earlier this month, OPPO announced its two new flagship foldable smartphones, dubbed OPPO Find N2 and OPPO Find N2 Flip. As the company is gearing up for the global version of the N2 Flip, the phone is now up for sale in China.

The OPPO Find N2 Flip is now available for purchase in the Chinese market for the starting price of 5,999 yuan, which roughly converts to $863.

The base model costing 5,999 yuan (~$863) packs 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage, while the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model is priced at 6,399 yuan (~$920). The top-end model in the lineup with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage has a price tag of 6,999 yuan (~$1,007).

Coming to the specifications, the OPPO Find N2 Flip features a 6.8-inch 120Hz AMOLED display offering a Full HD+ screen resolution, HDR10+, and DCI P3 color gamut, while the external panel has a smaller 2.26-inch 60Hz OLED display that has a 720p resolution.

Under the hood, this device is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor that is paired with either 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB or 512GB of internal storage.

In the camera department, the phone has a dual-camera setup on the back featuring a 50-megapixel primary sensor and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle lens. On the front side, the phone has a 32-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling. It also has MariSilicon X chip for improved camera performance.

The smartphone runs the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own ColorOS 13 custom interface on top. The device is powered by a 4,300mAh battery and supports 44W fast charging.

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Lenovo Tab Extreme renders emerge showcasing design of the upcoming high-end tablet

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Dec 30, 2022

Recent rumors suggest that Lenovo is gearing up to launch a high-end tablet soon called the Lenovo Tab Extreme. As the name suggests, this tablet will debut as the most powerful tablet yet by Lenovo. Last month, we got our first look at the tablet, as well as its specifications through a Google Play Console listing. And now, tipster Evan Blass has shared the renders of this upcoming device.

Taking a look at the renders, the tablet appears to have a dual camera setup on the back accompanied by an LED flash module. The render also confirms that the tablet will offer stylus support, and the stylus will latch onto the back of the device magnetically.

There appear to be four speaker grills on the top and bottom of the tablet. The bottom side also features a USB-C port. Coming to the front side, the device has a range display with slim and even bezels. The webcam is located in the punch-hole in the top center when the tablet is in landscape mode. On the left edge and top edge, respectively, are the volume controls and the power button. Lastly, the renders also reveal that the tablet will come with a folio case, and will be able to connect with a detachable keyboard to enable laptop-like functionality.

Spec-wise, the Lenovo Tab Extreme will feature a 3000 x 1876 resolution panel. Under the hood, it will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset. This chipset has an ARM Cortex X2 clocked at 3050MHz, 3X ARM Cortex A710 clocked at 2850MHz, and 4X ARM Cortex A510 clocked at 1800MHz. The graphics department is handled by the Mali G710 GPU. The last bit of information on the tablet confirms that it will boot Android 13 out of the box and come with an 8GB RAM option. More details on the tablet are expected to be revealed soon.

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Wiko 5G, Rebranded Huawei Nova 9 SE, Goes Live for Sale

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Dec 30, 2022

WIKO is a French smartphone manufacturer that has been officially authorised to use Huawei’s smartphone. WIKO 5G was the brand’s prior moniker and branding for the Huawei Nova 9 SE 5G. It’s exactly the same Nova 9 SE smartphone with a different branding and marketing name. The device has a good set of specs, including a 108-megapixel primary rear camera and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset. The smartphone is now officially available for purchase.

Starting at 10:08 a.m. local time, the WIKO 5G smartphone will be available for purchase in China. It will be available in two variants: one with 128GB of storage and another with 256GB of storage. The smartphone will be offered in two colour options: silver and black. The device’s 128GB edition costs CNY 1999 ($287), while the 256GB model costs CNY 2199 ($315). All variations are available for purchase, and interested users can simply visit the official online partner store and reserve a unit for themselves.

The WIKO 5G phone has a 6.78-inch IPS LCD panel with a high refresh rate of up to 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 270Hz, up to 16.7 million colours, and an FHD+ 2300*1080 pixel resolution. The panel boasts a 378PPI pixel density and a screen-to-body ratio of 94.85%. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset with Adreno 619 GPU.

The smartphone’s cameras include a 108-megapixel primary Samsung HM2 camera, an 8-megapixel secondary ultrawide camera, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth-of-field camera. A 16-megapixel selfie camera is situated inside a punch-hole cutout in the centre of the front. The smartphone has a 4000mAh battery and allows fast wired charging up to 66W.

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OPPO Reportedly Working on Self-Developed SoC for Smartphones

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Dec 30, 2022

OPPO had previously launched its own imaging chipset for smartphones, known as OPPO Marisilicon. The imaging chipset did make some visible improvements in the terms of photography and videography on the device it used. Now, there’s another news which claims that OPPO is reportedly working on a new self-developed processor for smartphones. The chipset is currently under development it has been said that it will launch next year.

A digital blogger with access to the Taiwanese semiconductor (TSMC) industry chain revealed today that OPPO is currently developing an application processor for smartphones, with a release date of the second quarter of 2023 planned, and the design is nearing completion of the first trial flow. It will be mass-produced in the third quarter, employing the 4nm finfet power technology and an external fabric 5G modem. So it has been confirmed that the upcoming chipset by OPPO will be based on 4nm manufacturing technology.

Following that, another well-known Weibo blogger @digitalchatstation shared a copy of his prior news, which essentially matched the aforementioned information, implying that the situation has been resolved. He anticipates that the OPPO self-research chip will be available in 2024 and that subsequent products will employ more advanced 3nm design techniques. We would have to wait a little more to know about the forthcoming in detail.

Hua, a Chinese communication company, has previously announced the signing of a global patent cross-licensing deal with OPPO Guangdong Mobile Communications Co., Ltd. The agreement covers fundamental patents for cellular communication protocols such as 5G. In other words, OPPO paid for the rights to use advanced 5G technology. This could imply that they signed it to work on their forthcoming chipset. So that is all we had to say about the upcoming OPPO chipset.

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OnePlus 11 box contents, press renders, & spec sheet leaks ahead of January 4 launch

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Dec 30, 2022

OnePlus will debut the next-gen flagship smartphone dubbed the OnePlus 11 on January 4 in China. The OnePlus 11 specifications and design render have appeared online ahead of the device’s release in China thanks to Evan Blass. Evan posted a design rendition of the OnePlus 11, along with the device’s essential specs and packaging contents, on Twitter.

The OnePlus 11 will be equipped with a 5000mAh battery and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, according to Evan’s most recent leak. The smartphone will include a triple rear camera configuration that has been customized by Hasselblad. A curved AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate will be available on the upcoming OnePlus flagship.

The device, a case, a charging brick, and a charging cable are all included in the retail box for the OnePlus 11. In addition to that, the company will include a SIM ejector pin and a few stickers in the retail package for the OnePlus 11. Let’s check out the detailed spec sheet leaked alongside the OnePlus 11 box content.

OnePlus 11 specifications

The OnePlus 11 will have a 6.7-inch E4 AMOLED screen with a 2K (3216 x 1440 pixel) resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The OnePlus 11 will have a curved display panel with a corner punch-hole notch, as shown in the leaked render.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip will power the forthcoming OnePlus flagship. An integrated Adreno 740 GPU will be used with the system on chip in the device. A 5000mAh battery will be included with the OnePlus 11. The phone will be capable of 100W fast charging. The OnePlus flagship will feature UFS 4.0 storage and LPDDR5X RAM. Three different versions will be offered: 12GB + 256GB, 16GB + 256GB, and 16GB + 512GB.

The triple rear camera system in the OnePlus 11 has been customized by Hasselblad. The OnePlus flagship will have a 50MP shooter with a Sony IMX890 sensor as its main camera. It will be accompanied by a 32MP telephoto camera and a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens. The device’s 16MP front camera will handle selfies and video calls.

Green and Black are the two color options available for the OnePlus 11. It will be 205 grams in weight and pre-installed with ColorOS 13.0, an Android 13-based operating system. The OnePlus 11 will have IP54 certification and Corning Gorilla Glass protection.

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