Realme recently unveiled the Realme 10 Pro 5G and the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G smartphones in different markets. These are the first Realme phones to come preloaded with the latest Realme UI 4.0. It appears that another device running on the Realme UI 4.0 will be launching soon in the Chinese market.
In the below-shown Weibo post, Realme VP and President for Global Marketing, Xu Qi has asked Realme fans to guess the next device that will arrive with the Realme UI 4.0 preinstalled. It looks like he might be making a veiled reference to the forthcoming Realme GT Neo 5. There is a possibility that it could be the first phone from the brand to launch in the year 2023.
Realem GT Neo 5 specifications (rumored)
Last week, a leaked render of the Realme GT Neo 5 surfaced on the web. Rumors are rife that the device will arrive in two battery variants. The 5,000mAh battery variant of the GT Neo 5 may support 150W fast charging, whereas its 4,600mAh battery edition may offer 240W charging.
Realme GT Neo 5 leaked render
The Realme GT Neo 5 rumors have claimed that it will house a 6.7-inch OLED display that offers a 1.5K resolution of 2722 x 1240 pixels, a 144Hz refresh rate, and an under-screen fingerprint scanner. The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip is likely to power the phone. It is expected to arrive with up to 16 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
The GT Neo 5 is expected to run on Realme UI 5.0-based Android 13 OS. On the front, it will have a 16-megapixel selfie camera. On the back of the device, there will be a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 main camera with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It is expected to rival some of the upcoming phones, such as Redmi K60, iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition, and OnePlus Ace 2.
MIUI 14, the latest Android 13-based custom interface for Xiaomi devices, was unveiled earlier this month with improved system architecture and streamlined design. The stable build of the software will start rolling out to eligible smartphones in January. But ahead of it, the firm has started seeding the beta development version of MIUI 14 to Xiaomi Mi 11 and Redmi Note 11T Pro series devices in China. Here are the details.
As reported by users, Xiaomi has started rolling out the development version of MIUI 14 to Mi 11, Mi 11 Pro, Mi 11 Ultra, Redmi Note 11T Pro, and Redmi Note 11T Pro+ in China. The changelog shows the software will bring the photon engine architecture, which will enable smooth performance and faster loading of third-party applications.
This pre-release version should allow the users of the above-mentioned devices to try their hands on the latest version of MIUI. However, the update will likely come laced with various bugs and issues that may disrupt one’s daily usage.
Xiaomi is yet to announce MIUI 14 globally. We can expect the software to make its international debut with a few additional features and some omissions. It’s likely that the Xiaomi voice assistant and some Mijia interconnection features won’t make it out of China.
To recall, the new software brings a visual overhaul and some new features. There are customizable folders with large icons and new widget options with various shapes and sizes. In addition, Xiaomi also added automatic compression for less-used apps, and a toggle to turn off permanent notifications. Xiaomi has also worked a lot to make MIUI 14 light and streamlined.
Toyota has unveiled its plans to enter the emerging electric pickup market with the Hilux Revo BEV. The Toyota Hilux BEV will be the automaker’s first electric pickup model. It is noted that Tesla, Ford, and Rivian are also making progress in this area. Indeed, the Tesla Cybertruck will be launched soon.
The Toyota Hilux BEV is a fully-electric pickup truck that was teased during the 60th-anniversary event of Toyota Motors Thailand division. It is likely that the Hilux Revo BEV could be launched in the Asian market first.
It is noted that a pickup truck was flashed during the unveiling of Toyota’s 30 EV concepts last year. The Hilux Revo is however seen on a stage, so has gone beyond a concept. The EV has low-profile tires and a solid wind over the truck’s rear.
The Hilux Revo BEV was unveiled by Toyota’s president, Akio Toyoda although pricing, release, and other details about the EV truck were not divulged. Toyoda also stated that complete and rapid electrification may not be the only path to sustainable transportation.
Toyota’s President also stressed that rapid electrification of the transportation system could potentially harm the system. This underscores Toyota’s pursuit of hybrid technology over the years. It has been at the forefront of hybrid and hydrogen vehicle technology for a while.
Toyota is also frontally pursuing development in the fully electric segment of the auto industry. It is reported that the company could soon thoroughly rejig its EV strategy to cope with current realities. This could see some of its hybrid concept vehicles transformed into electric models with an electric powertrain. It is expected that the Toyota Hilux Revo BEV electric truck will enter the market within 2023.
We have already reviewed the Tecno Pova 4 Pro, and we liked it! Now, it’s time we review the Tecno Pova 4, which went official recently in India. It is an attractive phone with a unique rear design that provides superior performance at a low price of Rs 11,999(~$145). Like its predecessors, it packs a big display and a large battery. To top it off, the Pova 4 features a 50-megapixel dual-camera system. Here is our review of the Pova 4.
Tecno Pova 4: What’s in the box?
Tecno Pova 4
The Tecno Pova 4’s retail package has the following contents:
Tecno Pova 4 handset
Transparent case
SIM ejector tool
18W charger
USB-C to USB-A cable
12-months warranty card
User manual
Design and Display
Dimensions
Display
Size – 170.59 x 77.52 x 8.7mm
6.82-inch IPS display
Weight – 212.5 grams
720 x 1640 pixels (HD+)
IPX2 Splash-resistant
20:5.9 aspect ratio
Up to 90Hz refresh rate
Up to 180Hz touch sampling rate
480 nits brightness
Color variants
Panda Glass protection
Cryolite Blue
Uranolith Grey
Magma Orange
Tecno sent us the Cryolite Blue edition of the Pova 4 for review. The polycarbonate back of the device has a matte yet glittery finish, which appears black and blue depending on the reflection of light. But the top left corner of the back of the phone, where the dual-camera system and dual-LED flash are, has a glossy finish that easily attracts fingerprint marks. Overall, the device looks sleek and feels good enough for its cost.
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The topside of the Pova 4 is barren, which means there is no secondary microphone onboard, while the opposite side has a 3.5mm headphone jack, a microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille. The other speaker is lodged in the earpiece on the top bezel of the device. The left spine of the phone has a SIM card tray, which offers a dedicated slot for a microSD card. The device comes equipped with an IPX2-rated chassis, which provides protection against water splashes.
The Pova 4 features a massive 6.82-inch LCD display. The screen is bright and offers a tall aspect ratio of 20.5:9, but there should have been support for Full HD+ resolution on the device. The chin is not too thick and does not feel obtrusive. The centred punch-hole display design allows the phone to support a high screen-to-body ratio.
The support for 90Hz refresh makes the overall experience smooth on the Pova 4. Since it supports Widevine L1, users can stream OTT content in HD. However, there is no support for HDR on YouTube. The color reproduction is good, but there is no option to change the color profile in Settings.
Performance and Battery Life
MediaTek Helio G99
8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM
128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage
6,000mAh battery with 18W charging
Android 12 OS with HiOS 12
The 6nm Helio G99, which is the most powerful Helio-branded chipset available on the market, powers the Tecno Pova 4. Since it is not a Dimensity chip, there is no support for 5G connectivity on the device. The gaming-friendly chip is accompanied by 8 GB of RAM and a massive UFS 2.2 storage capacity of 128 GB. In addition, the phone supports up to 5 GB of virtual RAM.
The Tecno Pova 4 and Infinix Hot 12 Pro (debuted in August 2022) are the only phones under the Rs 12,000 (~$145) price segment to offer 8 GB of RAM, but the Infinix phone has an inferior Unisoc chip and a smaller battery onboard. Coming back to the Pova 4, it offers unmatched performance in its price segment.
The Pova 4 has a 6,000mAh battery with 18W charging via the USB-C port. It took around 2:15 minutes to fully charge the device. To recall, the Pova 3 had a bigger 7,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. However, despite packing a better charger, it took longer to achieve a full charge on the Pova 3. The Pova 4 is capable of lasting up to 3 days with normal usage. In addition, it can be used as a powerbank to charge accessories like earbuds through its 10W reverse charging feature.
I tried Garena Free Fire Max on the Pova 4 in Smooth+Ultra graphics setting. I also played Shadow Fight 4 on the device. With a big battery and a good chipset onboard, the Pova 4 impresses in the gaming department. It is equipped with a heat dissipation unit with a surface area of 10718 mm2. The device became moderately warm after playing for over an hour. Here is how it performs on benchmark apps.
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The Pova 4 comes preinstalled with Android 12 OS and HiOS 12.0. There are several preloaded apps on the phone that you may want to uninstall or disable. Otherwise, the HiOS 12 is filled with handy features like call recording without letting the recipient know, dual apps, multi-window support, WhatsApp call recording, and more.
Photography and Other Features
Rear Camera
Other Features
50MP + AI lens, dual-LED flash
Dual speakers
Video Ultra Steady
Dedicated microSD card
Side-facing fingerprint scanner
Face unlock
Front Camera
Dual-band Wi-Fi
8MP Camera with LED flash
Bluetooth 5.0
Video Ultra Steady
NFC
3.5mm audio jack
The Tecno Pova 4 has a 50-megapixel Samsung S5KJN1 primary camera with an f/1.6 aperture and PDAF. It has an AI lens and a dual-LED flash. The default camera app shoots using the AI Cam feature, which manages to recognize scenes correctly. Because of the 4-in-1 pixel binning technology, the Pova 4 captures images in 12.5-megapixel resolution by default. There is a dedicated 50MP mode for shooting 50-megapixel resolution photos.
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As expected, the Pova 4 manages to capture decent daylight photos. Colors appear rich, and noise is well-controlled. The results are softened when images are shot indoors. In low-light conditions, users can rely on the Super Night Mode, to add some level of detail to images. However, sometimes users may have to capture multiple shots to get the right one.
Both the front and rear cameras can capture up to 2K videos at 30fps. The Ultra Steady feature reduces jerks when shooting 30fps FHD videos. It also supports 240fps slow-motion video shooting. For shooting videos with the front and rear cameras, there are bokeh and beauty modes. In both modes, the front and rear cameras shoot 720p videos at 30fps.
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Some of the photography modes on the Pova 4 are Google Lens, Short Video, Video, Beauty, Portrait, Super Night, Pro mode, Panorama, AR Shot, Documents Scanner, Timelapse Video (30 fps in 2K), and Slow Motion Videos (up to 240 fps). Apart from these, it offers other features like HDR mode, 50MP mode, and filters. On the front, the Pova 4 has an 8-megapixel camera with an LED flash for bright shots / videos in low light. Selfies taken in normal or portrait mode are good. The level of edge detection in portrait shots is also passable. The overall performance of the Pova’s 4 rear cameras is quite good.
The dual speakers work fine and are loud enough. A surprise inclusion on the device is support for NFC connectivity for contactless payments, which is rarely found on such a reasonably priced phone.
Verdict
The Xiaomi Redmi 11 Prime 4G and POCO M5, which pack almost identical specs, are the two major competitors for the Pova 4. While the competitors offer Full HD+ resolution on a smaller 6.58-inch display, the Pova 4 packs a larger 6.82-inch screen with HD+ resolution. All three phones are available at the same price and feature the same Helio G99 chip, but the rivalling phones have less RAM, storage, and battery when compared to the Pova 4. Hence, investing in Pova 4 is not at all a bad decision. I can say that the Pova 4 can live up to the expectations set by its predecessor.
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this Tecno Pova 4 review are solely mine based on my experience, and there has been no editorial input from Tecno.
Back in August, Mobvoi launched the successor to its popular TicWatch GTH called the Mobvoi TicWatch GTH 2. The smartwatch has only been available in China till now. However, the brand has finally launched the TicWatch GTH 2 for global consumers through AliExpress. So let’s take a look at its pricing, offers, and specs.
Mobvoi TicWatch GTH 2 price & availability
The TicWatch GTH 2 is now offered on AliExpress for a starting price of US$99; however, for the next 10 or so days, the price will be discounted to US$69.99 as part of the “Fresh Finds” promotion. Additionally, Mobvoi has hinted that it would soon be made accessible through its own first-party store.
Mobvoi TicWatch GTH 2 specs & features
The Ticwatch GTH 2 has a square screen like its predecessor, however, the size of the screen has grown by 10% since then. The watch has a larger, higher-quality 1.72-inch screen with a 356 x 400-pixel resolution. The watch’s frame is made of metal, and a 2.5D curved piece of toughened glass protects the screen. The GTH 2 has an IP68 waterproof rating, making it suitable for usage in rainy and other moderately moist environments.
The smartwatch offers the Bluetooth calling feature which is supported by a built-in dual-mode Bluetooth for improved call clarity and stability. The watch comes with more than 100 custom watch faces already installed. The watch faces range from minimalist to business to sports styles. Any image can be used as the watch face thanks to the watch face’s customizability.
The watch also includes over 100 workout modes, professional exercise algorithms, an accurate heart rate monitor, and step counters. Additionally, you can bind devices across different platforms, and it is simple to synchronize your data between them.
The TicWatch GTH 2 contains a built-in PPG sensor for health monitoring that can detect blood pressure, breathing rate, heart rate, and blood oxygen saturation. For real-time body temperature monitoring, a temperature sensor is also integrated.
The self-developed Al Coach sleep health management system can analyze and transmit sleep quality reports. The watch also comes with 40+ sleep audios to assist users with the issue of having trouble falling asleep.
Oclean is a company that specializes in dental care products, including electric toothbrushes and water flossers. Here is a summary of four of their products, along with their best features.
Oclean X Pro Elite
The Oclean X Pro Elite is a smart electric toothbrush that features a range of advanced technologies to ensure a thorough and effective clean. One of its standout features is the Smart Screen, which uses 8 brushing areas tracking and 6-axis gyroscope technology to provide instant feedback on your brushing results and blind spots. Additionally, the toothbrush boasts ultra-quiet technology, producing less than 45 decibels of noise, and a powerful Maglev Motor that delivers 84,000 movements per minute.
The toothbrush also offers a range of brushing modes and intensities, with a total of 4 modes and 32 intensities available in the Clean Mode. It also has DuPont Diamond and W Shape bristles for exceptional cleaning efficiency, protection, and compactness. The toothbrush can be customized and controlled through a dedicated app, and is also waterproof and equipped with Auto-Wake technology. It also has a smart timer and 30-second reminder to ensure a thorough clean. You can click here to get more detailed information about the product and to purchase it.
W1 Water Flosser
The Oclean W1 is a powerful and innovative water flosser that uses aerodynamic technology to mix air into the water and spray oxygen-containing air bubbles to deep clean between the teeth. It also features a powerful air pump rotation to remove food residue and dental plaque efficiently. The water flosser has an innovative solution that adds 6.13% oxygen compared to pure water flushing, providing fresh breath all day long.
The Oclean W1 can be personalized and controlled through a dedicated app, and offers a range of high-performance flossing modes with 9 levels of intensities. It also comes with professionally crafted gum care nozzles and a compact and sleek design that is portable. The water flosser has a patented structural design that is smaller and lighter than a smartphone, and boasts up to 30 days of battery life. It also has an indicator and a magnetic charger, and comes with an exclusive travel case. The Oclean W1 is currently available for $79.99, along with 2 N10 nozzles as a gift, valued at $35. You can click here to get more detailed information about the product and to purchase it.
Moreover, Oclean offers fantastic campaigns on their products regularly. You can often find great deals on their top-quality toothbrushes, toothpaste, and other oral hygiene products. Some of the promotional products are:
Oclean X Pro Elite toothbrush. The bundle includes 12 extra brush heads, an kids toothbrush, and 2 travel cases, all for the discounted price of 249.99 USD. That’s a savings of 50 USD, plus you’ll also receive an additional 69 USD worth of gifts.
Oclean W1 water flosser. This bundle includes 2 Oclean W1 units and 4 N1 nozzles, all for the discounted price of 159.99 USD. That’s a savings of 30 USD, plus you’ll also receive an additional 25 USD worth of gifts in the form of the extra nozzles.
Oclean Brush Head Refills P3. This 8-pack of brush heads is normally priced at 39.99 USD, but with the current promotion, you can get it for just 19.99 USD, a discount of 50%.
F1 toothbrush, which comes with a travel case and 5 extra brush heads. The original price for this bundle is 59.99 USD, but with the current promotion, you can get it for just 29.99 USD, a discount of 50%.
According to a recent leak, the upcoming iPhone 15 Ultra is set to have a starting price of $1299, a significant increase from the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s starting price of $1099. The higher price is due to rising production costs, the need to maintain profit margins, and the inclusion of higher quality materials such as titanium in the chassis.
New iPhone 15 Ultra leak reveals shock price increase
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 15 Ultra has caused quite a stir in the tech world, with numerous leaks and rumors circulating about the new smartphone’s features and price. According to influential industry insider LeaksApplePro, the iPhone 15 Ultra will have a starting price of as much as $1299, a significant increase from the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s starting price of $1099. This marks the biggest single generational jump in iPhone history, and is likely to come as a shock to many US buyers.
Flat-edged iPhone 15 Ultra concept based on leaks of ALIARTIST3D
So what’s behind the hefty price increase? LeaksApplePro explains that rising production costs and inflation, as well as the need to maintain profit margins, are the main drivers behind the higher price point. Apple has reportedly been facing declining margins in recent years, and the company is now turning to higher prices to make up for these losses. In addition, the iPhone 15 Ultra is expected to come with a range of new and improved features, including higher quality materials such as titanium, which is significantly stronger and more expensive than the stainless steel used in previous models.
According to the leak, the iPhone 15 Ultra will ship with a minimum of 256GB of storage, double the current entry point of 128GB. This is likely to be a welcome addition for consumers, as larger storage capacity is always in high demand. The iPhone 15 Ultra is also rumored to feature dual front-facing cameras and a USB-C port with Thunderbolt 4 speeds, replacing the slower Lightning port.
Another key feature of the iPhone 15 Ultra is its use of titanium in the chassis. Titanium is known for its strength and durability, and is 3-4 times stronger than stainless steel. However, it is also much more expensive, with a current price of $35-50 per kilogram compared to $1-1.50 per kilogram for stainless steel. It remains to be seen whether the use of titanium in the iPhone 15 Ultra will justify the increased cost for consumers.
Apple iPhone 15 Ultra render based on the recent rumors of curved edges
It’s worth noting that the iPhone 15 Ultra is just one part of the upcoming iPhone 15 range, and it’s unclear how the other models in the range will be priced. LeaksApplePro states that “we don’t know the situation for the other devices in the lineup,” though it’s likely that the higher price of the iPhone 15 Ultra will have a knock-on effect on the rest of the range. It’s also worth considering that Apple typically doesn’t like to have a significant price gap between products in the same lineup, so it’s possible that the other iPhone 15 models may see similar price increases.
Overall, it looks like the iPhone 15 Ultra will be a more expensive option for consumers, but it will also come with a range of new and improved features, including higher storage capacity and a faster, more advanced port. Whether these features will justify the increased cost remains to be seen, but it’s clear that Apple is aiming to appeal to consumers who are willing to pay a premium for the latest and greatest technology.
Nothing is expected to launch its sub-brand called ‘Particles by XO’. It was listed as made by Nothing in a firmware. Tipster Kuba Wojciechowski shared this information 91Mobiles. Particles by XO has also been registered as a trademark in the US under the earphones and headphones category. The publication has also shared renders giving us a look at the TWS earphones.
It’s unclear whether the upcoming earbuds from the Nothing sub-brand will be dubbed XO or Particles by XO. As seen in the renders the upcoming audio device has a unique peanut-shaped design. It looks slightly similar to the Sony LinkBuds. The TWS earbuds feature an in-ear design with silicone ear tips. Due to the L-shaped form factor, the body will be facing upwards when placed in the ear. The design looks minimalistic but not transparent like the Nothing Ear (1). The audio device is expected to come in a puck-shaped charging case.
Apart from the renders, the firmware from Nothing’s servers confirms that the TWS earbuds Low Latency High-Definition Audio Codec (LHDAC) and active noise cancellation (ANC).
Going by the design, the upcoming earbuds from the Nothing sub-brand could be aimed at a fashion-centric audience. The company launched the Nothing Ear (stick) with a lipstick-style TWS earphones case in October.
The Carl Pei-helmed company is gearing up to announce a new product in the US very soon based on a recent tweet. Hence we will learn more details in the coming days.
Oukitel is all geared up to launch its first 8-inch mini tablet the Oukitel RT3 on December 21, 2022. The mini-tablet will come with rugged features that can sustain extreme and harsh conditions making it perfect for outdoor usage.
Oukitel RT3 is designed to endure rough handling and operate flawlessly even in extreme conditions. The tablet is made to serve the needs of individuals from various industries like construction, engineering, architecture, education, entertainment, inventory management, emergency services, etc. There are other rugged tablets available in the market that can also withstand extreme conditions but they usually are big and bulky and hard to carry around. However, the Oukitel RT3 is as small as 209 x 136.6 x 14 mm and as light as 538.1g. This means you can easily carry your tablet anywhere and everywhere.
Oukitel RT3 features an 8-inch scratch-resistant IPS touchscreen display with 400 nits of brightness that provides an exceptional viewing and user experience. The device comes with a rubber casing that gives it extra protection. The tablet is IP68 / IP69K and MIL-STD-810H certified, making it waterproof, dustproof, and resistant to shocks, drops, and vibrations. The tablet is protected against immersion in water up to 1.5 meters deep for up to 30 minutes and can survive 1.5-meter drops.
The tablet is powered by the MediaTek Helio P22 octa-core processor and comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM expandable up to 1TB. It runs on Android 12 OS and comes with dual rear cameras with a 16MP Sony IMX519 main sensor and a LED flash, great for taking beautiful shots in bright and low-light conditions. For your selfies, you have an 8MP sensor in the front.
Other interesting features include GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou, .4G/5G Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, dual speakers, barcode scanning, OTG, and toolbag support. The device allows two nano SIM cards or one nano SIM card with one microSD card at the same time and comes with cellular support that lets you stay connected and access data anytime, anywhere.
Price and Availability:
Oukitel RT3 Mini Rugged Tablet will launch globally on December 21, 2022, on AliExpress. Under the world premiere sale, you can get up to 50% discount on this tablet. Moreover, the brand is also offering an additional 10% discount coupon code: OUKITELRT3MN.
Thus you can buy Oukitel RT3 Tablet for as low as $139.99 during the sale period. Please note that the sale starts on December 21 and ends on December 25, 2022.
Lava has launched a new budget smartphone in India. It is the Lava X3. The homegrown brand has been steadily launching new phones in the country in the last few months. The latest offering is an entry-level device and falls under the Rs 8,000 price segment. It competes against the likes of the Redmi A1+, Realme C33, and more in the market. Read on to know what the Lava X3 offers out of the box.
The Lava X3 features a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display bearing an HD+ resolution. There is a waterdrop notch on the top and a thick bottom chin. The back panel has a pill-shaped camera module and a conventional fingerprint scanner. On the optics front, the device comes with an 8MP main sensor paired with a VGA secondary lens and an LED flash. There is a 5MP front-facing selfie snapper.
Internally, the Lava X3 is equipped with a quad-core Helio A22 processor. It packs 3GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage expandable via a microSD card slot. The smartphone draws its power from a 4,000mAh battery unit with support for 10W charging. Software-wise, the device runs on Android 12 Go Edition out of the box.
Connectivity options on the Lava X3 include 4G VoLTE, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth, WiFi, and GPS.
The Lava X3 carries a price tag of Rs 6,999 and is offered in Arctic Blue, Charcoal Black and Luster Blue colours. Interested buyers who pre-order the device on December 20th will be eligible to receive Lava ProBuds N11 neckband worth Rs 2,999 at free of cost.
OnePlus has marked its ninth anniversary with a teaser of its yet-to-be-released first-gen mechanical keyboard. This is part of the company’s broader plans to delve into PC accessories production. It outlined its plans to manufacture a mechanical keyboard with custom switches and gaskets, offering a unique typing experience.
The ninth-anniversary event of OnePlus was held on December 17. The smartphone brand used the event to unveil its Featuring X range of accessories. They include peripherals and other PC accessories. The double gasket design of the mechanical keyboard comes with a custom sound for the product.
The device, according to OnePlus, offers all-day comfort when typing or gaming. The keyboard will come in a premium aluminum package made using the CNC process. The keyboard also features custom profiles and switches co-created with its fans.
The OnePlus mechanical keyboard will be compatible with Linux, Windows, and macOS, although the wireless properties of the device are yet unknown. The layout of the new keyboard bears a semblance to that of a MacBook. The device will support open-source firmware and hot swaps for the switches. OnePlus expects to crowdsource the mechanical keyboard concept shortly, with a launch coming around February 2023.
There are still details about the mechanical keyboard concept of OnePlus. The company hopes the concept will receive a positive reception from the OnePlus global community.
If plans go smoothly, the new OnePlus mechanical keyboard could begin mass production by March or April 2023. Deliveries will then subsequently follow. OnePlus is affiliated with the rising global brand Oppo and expects to have entered the PC accessories terrain by its tenth anniversary.
SENS is ramping up its efforts at local manufacturing with the launch of its lineup of Made in India TVs. This is the company’s first inroads into the smart TV market in India and 7 new TVs are entering the fray. Back in September, SENS launched smartwatches and TWS headsets that were wholly made in India. The TVs are designed by SENS’ in-house R&D teams based in India and the US.
The new SENS TVs cut across several categories and were manufactured in production facilities in Noida and Greater Noida. The new SENS smart TVs all feature the LumiSENS and FluroSENS display panels developed by the company. The panel sizes range from 43 inches to 65 inches. The new TVs run on the Google TV OS platform and users can set up profiles for kids.
SENS says it has named the new TVs after renowned artists. The SENS Dwinci 4K QLED Google TVs are available in 55” and 65” sizes, while the Pikaso 4K UHD Android TVs come in 50” and 55” sizes. The lineup of new SENS smart TVs is completed by the 32” HD and 43” FHD and 4K Android TVs.
The SENS Dwinci TVs feature QLED displays with 178-degree viewing angles. They offer up to 350 nits of brightness, HDR10, and Dolby Vision. They come with a quad-core processor with Mali-G52 GPU. The Dwinci features 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, while connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, HDMI, USB, Ethernet, and optical ports. The remote of the TV has hotkeys for Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube.
The SENS Pikaso lineup is powered by a quad-core A53 processor with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. The TVs have a LED display with HDR10 and a 178-degree viewing angle. The Pikaso TVs run on Android TV OS and they have similar connectivity options as the Dwinci. The remote also features hotkeys for Netflix, YouTube, and other streaming platforms. The SENS 32” and 43” 4K Android TVs also come with some decent features with variations from their display panels.
As per pricing, the lowest-priced SENS TVs are the 32” HD and 43” FHD TVs priced at Rs. 9,999 (~$121) and Rs. 16,999 (~$205) respectively. The high-end Dwinci TVs are priced at Rs. 33,999 (~$411) and Rs. 42,999 (~$520) for the 55” and 65” models respectively. The TVs are available in India from Flipkart since December 16. SENS will hope to ultimately scale up its manufacturing for exports outside the subcontinent.
iQOO recently unveiled its latest premium smartphone series in China alongside the mid-range Neo 7 SE. Reports suggest the Vivo-owned company has another smartphone, dubbed iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition, in the works. While there’s no official confirmation from the company yet, the alleged handset has been spotted on the TENAA certification site, revealing its design. Here are the details.
iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition has been spotted on the TENAA site with model number V2232A (Via TechGoing). The certifying authority released the images of the smartphone but didn’t divulge any specifications.
As can be seen in the images, the handset has the same design as the standard iQOO Neo 7. There’s a large square camera island which is a common theme within the Vivo phones. It houses three cameras, two fitted inside a circle in the middle and the third one on the bottom alongside the LED flash. On the front, there’s a center punched hole, nesting the selfie camera.
Reports suggest the iQOO handset will arrive with an AMOLED display that produces a 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. Under the hood, it could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 + Gen 1 chipset. The smartphone could offer up to 16GB of RAM, 8GB of virtual RAM, and 512GB of internal storage.
On the software front, the Neo 7 Racing Edition will likely run Android 13 OS with OriginOS 3 skin on top. It could be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. Details about its cameras are yet to surface.
iQOO hasn’t divulged any information about the rumored handset yet. We can expect the company to start teasing the smartphone very soon. Stick around for the updates.
A few days ago, during INNO Day 2022 (the annual event of the brand dedicated to innovation), OPPO unveiled its second generation of foldable phones. For the first time, the Green Factory launched two foldable phones in a row, including its first clamshell phone. The handset announced are two: the OPPO Find N2 and the OPPO Find N2 Flip: the former is a horizontal foldable phone, while the latter is a flip phone, as its name suggests. But besides the form factors, is there any other important difference between their specifications? The answer is yes, more than one. Here is a comparison between the main specifications of the OPPO Find N2 and the OPPO Find N2 Flip which will tell you these differences.
OPPO Find N2 vs OPPO Find N2 Flip
OPPO Find N2
OPPO Find N2 Flip
THICKNESS
14.6 mm when folded, 7.4 mm when unfolded
16 mm when folded, 7.5 mm when unfolded
DISPLAY
Main display: 7.1 inches, 1792 x 1920p (Quad HD+), Foldable AMOLED
External display: 5.54 inches Full HD+ (1080 x 2120p), AMOLED
6.8 inches, 1080 x 2520p (Full HD+), Foldable AMOLED
External display: 3.26 inches, AMOLED, 382 x 720 pixels
As you can clearly see from the images, the form factors of these two foldable phones are completely different. The OPPO Find N2 is a horizontal foldable phone able to transform into a tablet while unfolded, while the OPPO Find N2 Flip is a clamshell foldable phone: a device that can cut its dimensions by half by folding. The most beautiful one is definitely the Flip variant because it is able to become extremely compact and it has a more elegant body. Further, it is one of the best phones for one-handed use and one of the best phones to bring with you in a pocket. So there is definitely no challenge, even though the vanilla N2 comes in a very good leather version.
Display
The winner of the display comparison is definitely the OPPO Find N2. It not only provides better image quality, but it also offers one of the biggest displays you can find on a phone. Its internal foldable panel has a diagonal of 7.1 inches (note that 7.1 inches with its aspect ratio are much wider than 7.1 inches of a normal phone) and it is able to show images with a resolution of 1792 x 1920 pixels. It is an AMOLED panel with LTPO technology that enables an adaptive refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz and HDR10+ certification. On the external part of the phone, there is a 5.54-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The OPPO Find N2 Flip sports an AMOLED foldable display with a diagonal of 6.8 inches, a Full HD+ resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ certification, while on the external part it has a small 3.26-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 382 x 720 pixels able to show notifications, which can be also used to take selfies with the rear cameras.
Specs & Software
The hardware setups of these two phones are very close to each other. The OPPO Find N2 is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 mobile platform, while the Find N2 Flip has the Dimensity 9000+ chipset by Mediatek. They are the best chipsets by Qualcomm and Mediatek out there if we exclude the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and the Dimensity 9200 aimed at 2023 flagships. The processors are paired with up to 16 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of native storage. Both phones run Android 13 out of the box, customized by ColorOS 13.
Camera
The OPPO Find N2 has definitely better cameras than the OPPO Find N2 Flip. Its rear camera setup includes a 50 MP Sony IMX890 main sensor with a 50 MP resolution and OIS, as well as a 32 MP telephoto lens for portraits with 2x optical zoom and a 48 MP ultrawide camera. The Flip is equipped with a 50 MP main camera and an 8 MP ultrawide lens: it does not even support OIS. Both phones come with a 32 MP selfie shooter, pretty good for everyone.
With the OPPO Find N2, you actually get a bigger battery, with a capacity of 4520 mAh. Further, it is quicker to charge thanks to 67W fast charging. However, the Flip variant is not so far, with its 4300 mAh battery and 44W fast charging.
Price
The starting price of the OPPO Find N2 Flip roughly translates into $848/€800 at the actual change, while the vanilla Find N2 starts from $1165/€1100 in China. The Flip is the only one heading to the global markets. Which one would you choose?
Infinix Zero Ultra was launched in the global market back in October as the brand’s most expensive and feature-packed smartphone. It packs an AMOLED display and a 200MP camera, and supports 180W fast charging. The handset will also be arriving in India on December 20. But ahead of its formal debut, a new report has revealed how much the handset will cost in the Indian market. Here are the details.
According to a report by Phoneev, Infinix Zero Ultra’s Indian retail box carries a price tag of Rs. 49,999, however, it will be available for purchase at Rs. 44,999. The handset is likely to arrive in a sole 8GB + 256GB storage variant.
Infinix Zero Ultra Specifications
The smartphone comes with a premium design and flaunts a massive 6.8-inch Full HD+ 3D curved AMOLED panel. The display supports a 2400 × 1080 pixel resolution, a 120hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 900 nits.
Under the hood, Zero Ultra is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC, based on a 6nm process. Infinix could have used a better processor, considering other manufacturers are offering flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen chipsets at the same price.
The major highlight of the smartphone is its camera system. It features a triple camera system on the rear with an OIS-assisted 200MP primary sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, there’s a 32MP shooter.
The handset arrives with an in-screen fingerprint sensor and a MicroSD card slot. Users won’t find a 3.5mm headphone jack on the device. It also lacks dual stereo speakers. The smartphone is backed by a 4,500mAh battery and carries support for 180W fast charging. The company says it can charge from 0 to 100% in just 12 minutes.
Vivo X90 series global launch date has been seemingly confirmed. Tipster Techno Ankit has shared a launch event poster of the X90 series on Twitter. It reveals that the flagship smartphones will debut in the global markets on January 31st 2023. The Vivo X90 series was released in China last month. The brand is yet to officially announce anything regarding the smartphone’s global availability.
The launch poster shared by the tipster says Vivo X90 series, however it remains unclear whether all three devices inclunding the standard, Pro, and Pro+ models will be unveiled. If the Vivo X90 Pro+ is launched, it will be the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered smartphone globally.
The global variants of the Vivo X90 series are expected to come with the same specifications as their Chinese counterpart. The Vivo X90 lineup features a 6.78-inch centre-aligned punch-hole AMOLED display with curved edges, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a fingerprint scanner. The vanilla and Pro models offer 1.5K resolution whereas the Pro+ has a QHD+ panel. All three devices come with a circular camera module.
On the optics front, the Vivo X90 and X90 Pro has triple rear cameras. Both devices have a 50MP main sensor and 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. The third unit on the regular model is 12MP whereas the Pro has a 50MP telephoto shooter.
Internally, the Vivo X90 and X90 Pro are powered by a Dimensity 9200 SoC whereas the Pro+ is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. All three devices pack up to 12GB RAM and 512GB onboard storage. The X90 and X90 Pro are backed by a 4,810 and 4,890mAh battery with support for 120W charging. The Pro Plus has a 4,700mAh cell with 80W charging. The X90 lineup also supports 50W wireless charging.
OnePlus has just confirmed the upcoming launch of the OnePlus 11 via a video shared on the Chinese microblogging platform Weibo. An early 2023 release is anticipated for the OnePlus 11. The OnePlus 11 new camera module design is displayed in the company’s teaser video. The teaser verifies that the leaked design render was accurate.
OnePlus 11 render
The circular camera module with the Hasselblad logo in the middle is visible. Additionally, a triple camera arrangement with an LED flash module on the back of the gadget has been confirmed. The teaser features the OnePlus 11 in a black color option. Let’s look at all the details that are currently known about the OnePlus 11.
OnePlus 11 specs & details
So far, rumors surrounding the OnePlus 11 state that it will debut in early 2023 in China, while the global launch is expected to take place sometime in the first quarter of 2023. The teaser video reveals the camera island of the device as well as the presence of an alert slider. It appears to have a glossy black paint job and a glass back complimented by a metal frame. Other than the black color, the device is also expected to debut in a green color option.
Moving on to the specs part, the device is confirmed to be powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. The SoC will likely be complemented by up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The display of the device is rumored to feature a 6.7-inch curved AMOLED panel with a QHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate support.
According to reports, the smartphone’s triple camera system includes a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide angle lens, and a 32MP telephoto sensor. Inside the hole-punch design, there will be a 32MP front camera for selfies.
Additionally, it will have a 5000mAh battery and allow 100W quick charging. OxygenOS 13 will come preinstalled on the handset and run on top of Android 13. It’s anticipated that the actual launch date will be revealed very shortly, so stay tuned.
Indian AIoT manufacturer Fire-Boltt has launched two new smartwatches in the market called the Fire-Boltt Tank and the Fire-Boltt Rise. What’s peculiar about these smartwatches is that they are the same with regard to specifications, and the only difference between the two is the availability of e-commerce platforms.
Fire-Boltt Tank and Rise specs
The Fire-Boltt Tank and Rise have a large 1.85-inch LCD screen. The overall design of the smartwatches reminds us of digital watches, and they come with a circular dial as well as a button on the right side for ease of navigation.
The smartwatches offer 123 sports modes, real-time heart rate monitoring, sleep monitoring, and SpO2 monitoring. The Fire-Boltt has a tough design that is resistant to cracks, dust, and splashes.
Both smartwatches are IP67-rated and have a battery life of up to 7 days. Bluetooth calling, remote camera control, and weather updates are among the smartwatch’s other features.
Price & availability
The Fire-Boltt Tank is available in black, green, and grey, while the Rise is available in silver, black, grey, and pink. Both are priced at Rs. 1,999. Beginning December 17, the Fire-Boltt Tank will be available on Amazon.in, and the Rise will be available on Flipkart.
Tecno has recently held a mega launch event in Dubai to unveil the Phantom X2 series for the global market. Today, the company released an official confirmation that the Phantom X2 5G will be landing in India in January. Ahead of the launch, its landing page has gone live on Amazon India.
The Phantom X2 5G’s Amazon page reveals that its pre-booking will begin on the retailer site on Jan. 2. Its first sales are slated to begin on Jan. 9. There is no word on the Phantom X2 Pro 5G’s India launch, which indicates that it will not be launching with the Phantom X2.
Tecno Phantom X2
The listing also states that a limited number of customers who pre-book the Phantom X2 will be able to upgrade to the next-generation Phantom X3 for free. The Phantom X3 series will probably be available in the second half of 2023.
Tecno Phantom X2 specifications, price
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a flagship phone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset. It features a 6.8-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED curved-edge display with an in-screen fingerprint scanner and Gorilla Glass Victus protection. It runs on the HiOS 12-based Android 12 OS.
The Phantom X2 has up to 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It has a 5,160mAh battery with 45W fast charging. The X2 has a 32-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel triple camera unit.
In Saudi Arabia, the Phantom X2 costs SAR 2,700 (~$717; ~Rs 59,350). There is no word on the X2’s price for the Indian market. As can be seen in the above image, it will be available in grey and silver colors.
The Phantom X2 Pro 5G may also launch in India. It remains to be seen whether it breaks cover in Q1 2023.
Motorola Moto X40 Smartphone can be now pre-ordered for a starting price of $599 from Giztop. Please note that this is a pre-order and the actual shipping will start at the end of December.
Motorola Moto X40 features a 6.7-inch POLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and comes with Adreno 740 GPU. It features multiple memory variants viz. 8GB/ 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB / 256GB / 512GB Turbo UFS 4.0 storage.
Motorola Moto X40 comes with a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP wide-angle main camera, a 50MP super wide-angle macro camera, and a 12MP telephoto shooter with 2x optical zoom. For your selfies, you have a 60MP sensor in the front. Fueled with a 4600mAh battery it supports 125W Turbo Power fast charging and 15W wireless charging and 5W reverse charging.
You can now pre-order Motorola Moto X40 for $599 only on Giztop. This price is applicable to the base variant only. Please note that Giztop offers global shipping for its products.
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