iQOO 11 AnTuTu score leaves current leader ROG Phone 6 in the dust, massive leap in GPU performance

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Dec 16, 2022

iQOO recently launched the iQOO 11 series in China. There are two devices in the series – iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro. Out of the two, the vanilla model went on sale a few days back in the Chinese market. The iQOO 11 is also officially launching in India on January 10. Although the company has not made any announcements to suggest that the 11 Pro model will be coming anytime soon, fans of the brand will not be disappointed with this device as it shares most of the specifications with the Pro model.

Now, MySmartPrice has revealed the performance of the iQOO 11 on the AnTuTu benchmark. The publication claims that the matrics were obtained from an industry source. Let’s check out the performance of the device.

A screenshot reveals that the iQOO 11 5G manages to score 1,323,820 points overall on the AnTuTu benchmark. This score leaves the current top-ranking Asus ROG Phone 6 behind by more than 200,000 points. This is most likely thanks to the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset at the heart of the iQOO 11. Taking a closer look at the benchmark, the CPU performance hasn’t improved by that much compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, however, the GPU performance has taken a massive leap as we can see that the iQOO 11 scored 607,822 points in the GPU test compared to the 474,844 points of the current no.1 ROG Phone 6.

Additionally, AnTuTu evaluated the device’s RAM and user experience, awarding 2,44,782 and 2,00,229 points, respectively. What’s also interesting is that the chip remained quite cool during the benchmarking process, with peak temperature hitting 31.9 degrees Celsius. If these performance matrices hold true in real-world use, it is safe to say that the iQOO 11 will be quite a delight for the iQOO customers who the most performance out of their devices in tasks like gaming.

iQOO 11 specs

The iQOO 11 has a 6.78-inch E6 AMOLED display that supports HDR10+ certification, a 2K screen resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels, a refresh rate of 144Hz, a maximum brightness of 1800 nits, and 1440Hz PWM Dimming.

The device has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, along with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 internal storage. The phone allows virtual RAM expansion for up to 8GB in addition to the onboard RAM. It also includes the newly released, specially designed Vivo V2 Image Signal Processor (ISP).

There is a triple-camera configuration is available on the back including a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 13-megapixel telephoto sensor with a 2x optical zoom. The phone has a 16-megapixel camera on the front that can be used for selfies and video calls.

The device comes pre-installed with the Android 13 operating system and the company’s proprietary OriginOS 3 custom user interface. A 5,000mAh battery that enables 120W fast charging powers it.

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Oppo Find X6 to Sport 50MP Triple Rear Cameras, Details Revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 16, 2022

Now that Oppo has unveiled the Find N2 and Find N2 Flip foldable phones, it will soon shift its focus to the Find X6 series. Rumors are rife that the Find X6 will debut in Q1 2023. Ahead of the launch, the rumor mill is busy revealing the key specifications of the Find X6. A new leak, courtesy of tipper Digital Chat Station, has revealed the key details on the camera configurations of the Find X6.

Previous reports have claimed that the Find X6’s rear camera setup will have a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto camera. However, the new leak states that it is equipped with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS support.

Upcoming OPPO flagship render | Source: Evan Blass

The main snapper will be accompanied by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 50-megapixel periscope zoom camera with 3x optical zoom. The leak further states that the device will be equipped with a MariSilicon X ISP and Hasselblad camera optimizations. The camera details that have surfaced today appear suitable for the Find X6 Pro, but the tipster claims that these details belong to the Find X6 (its engineering prototype, to be precise).

According to the tipster, the Find X6 has a glass body that measures around 9.2mm in thickness. At the camera bump, the thickness of the device will increase to 12.3mm. The device weighs around 207 grams.

Previous reports have claimed that the Find X6’s display will offer a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 is likely to power the device with up to 12 GB of RAM, up to 512 GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging and wireless charging support. Shown above is a leaked render of the Find X6, which surfaced earlier this week.

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Zinc Formula E GZ1 Electric Scooter With an Internal Gyroscope now Available in the UK

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 16, 2022

The Zinc Formula E GZ1 electric scooter has gone on sale in the United Kingdom. The lightweight e-scooter is the first model in the partnership between Zinc Sports and Formula E. The duo plans to release up to six more e-scooter offerings in 2023. The GZ1 combines features from race scooters with comfort and stability. It has an internal gyroscope that provides stability and a comfortable ride while in bumpy terrain.

Formula E has carved a niche for itself with its lineup of race-oriented electric vehicles. Its partnership with Zinc Sports is aimed at delivering less speed but greater comfort reflected in the GZ1.

The Zinc Formula E GZ1 is a lightweight city cruiser with a 20km range and a top speed of 25km/h. It is equipped with a 250W electric motor and its in-built gyroscopic system helps to regulate the speed and absorb shocks while on bumpy terrains. The gyroscope thus provides a more stable riding experience which is quite comfortable. The scooter has 9-inch puncture-proof tires as an added advantage.

The e-scooter has a regeneration system that uses braking or downhill movement to recover some of the expended energy. The Smart Energy Recovery System helps to extend the range of the e-scooter. There are also intelligent lights that are activated under certain riding situations. The turn signal light is automatically activated whenever the rider turns more than 15º. It also has sensors that activate the headlights based as nighttime falls. The standing e-scooter is also foldable which means it can be easily tucked away.

Availability of the GZ1 e-scooter is presently limited to the United Kingdom where it retails for £400 (~$500). It is also expected to enter the US market subsequently where it will retail for $484.

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Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G & Note 11 Pro 2023 likely the same device, suggests NBTC & TRDA certification

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Dec 16, 2022

Redmi is gearing up to launch two new devices in the global markets soon. The first is the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G and the other one is the Note 11 Pro 2023. Both of these devices have appeared on multiple certification databases revealing their model numbers and confirming their monikers.

However, what’s interesting is that both of them actually have the same model number, which means that these are likely the same devices that will be launching under different names depending on the region. Recently, the Redmi Note 12 Pro (4G) appeared on NBTC certification, while the Redmi Note 11 Pro appeared on the TDRA certification. The similarity was pointed out by tipster Mukul Sharma.

As of now, information from certifications and leaks indicates that both of these handsets will have 8 GB RAM, a Full HD+ display, and Snapdragon 732G mobile platform. It might have the MIUI 13-based Android 13 OS preinstalled.

Rumors also state that these devices could ultimately be a rebadged Redmi Note 10 Pro with a new exterior shell. To recall, the Redmi Note 10 Pro comes with a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, an SD732G chip, 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage, and a 5,020mAh battery that supports 33W charging. It has a 16-megapixel selfie camera and 108-megapixel quad cameras for photography.

With the device getting multiple certifications, we are likely to see its global launch soon.

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Xiaomi 13 Limited Custom Color Models Now Available For Purchase In China

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Jeet

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Dec 16, 2022

Earlier this month, Xiaomi launched its flagship smartphones — Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro, powered by the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.

Along with the regular White, Black, Green, and Light Blue color options, the company has also revealed five limited-edition custom colors, which include Flame Red, Sapphire Blue, Hurricane Yellow, Jungle Green, and Cement Gray.

Today, Xiaomi 13 Limited Custom Color models are available for purchase in the Chinese market through the company’s own online store named Xiaomi Mall.

The limited-edition models in Flame Red, Sapphire Blue, Hurricane Yellow, Jungle Green, and Cement Gray colors come in only one memory configuration — 12GB RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The device is priced at 4,999 yuan, which is about $717.

Coming to the specifications, the Xiaomi 13 features a 6.36-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,900 nits peak brightness, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG support. It also comes with support for the under-display fingerprint sensor and has a punch-hole cutout at the center on top of the screen.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, coupled with 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 internal storage. The phone also comes with a liquid cooling heat dissipation system onboard.

In the camera department, there’s a Leica-branded triple-camera setup that includes a 50MP OIS-enabled Sony IMX800 sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 10MP telephoto unit. On the front side, there’s a 16MP front-facing snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The IP68-certified water and dust-resistant smartphone run the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own MIUI 13 custom interface. It is powered by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging.

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Samsung Galaxy M04 goes on sale today in India – check price, offers & specs

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Sudhanshu

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Dec 16, 2022

Samsung Galaxy M04 was launched last week in India. It is an entry-level device from the brand, featuring the Helio P35 chipset and an HD+ LCD display. The device will now be available for purchase starting today. So let’s take a look at its pricing, offers, and specs.

Samsung Galaxy M04 price & availability

The Galaxy M04 costs Rs 8,499 (roughly $104) in India. It is available in black and green. The device will go on sale for the first time today (Dec. 16) at 12 p.m. (local time) via Samsung India’s website and Amazon.

As for offers, customers using an SBI bank card for the purchase will get an instant discount of ₹1,000.

Samsung Galaxy M04 specs

The Samsung Galaxy M04 features a 6.5-inch PLS LCD with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It has a front-facing camera with a resolution of 5 megapixels. A 13-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and an LED flash are all located on the device’s back panel.

The Galaxy M04 boasts 4 GB of RAM and is powered by the Helio P35 CPU. It has 128 GB of built-in storage and up to 4 GB of RAM Plus (virtual RAM). For further storage, it has a microSD card slot. The OneUI-based Android 12 OS is preinstalled on the handset. Samsung’s 2-year OS upgrade guarantee assures that it will get up to Android 14 OS updates.

The M04 has a 5,000mAh battery that only supports 10W charging. The device has a number of connectivity options, including dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio input. The M04 offers users a face-unlock biometric recognition feature in place of a fingerprint scanner.

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Lava X3 Pre-order Starts on December 20, Design & Key Specifications Confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 16, 2022

Lava is expected to launch the Lava X3 entry-level smartphone in India. Ahead of the launch, its landing page has gone live on Amazon India. The listing has revealed the design and key specifications of the Lava X3. While the launch date of the X3 is yet to be confirmed, the company is all set to start taking pre-orders on Dec. 20.

Those who pre-order the Lava X3 will get the Lava ProBuds N11 Neckband, worth Rs 2,999 (~$36), for free. The landing page of the phone available on Lava India’s website has confirmed that it will be sporting a waterdrop notch display on the front and a polycarbonate back with a metallic finish.

The Lava X3 has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD panel that offers an HD+ resolution. The company hasn’t confirmed the name of the chipset that powers the device. Leaked details that surfaced recently claimed that it is powered by a MediaTek chip. The exact name of the chip is not known yet.

The X3 will arrive with 3 GB of RAM and runs on the Android 12 Go edition. For security, it offers features like face unlock and a rear-facing fingerprint scanner. The device offers an 8-megapixel dual camera unit with an LED flash on the back. It has a 5-megapixel camera on the front.

Other reports have revealed that the Lava X3 will pack a 4,000mAh battery that supports charging via a USB-C port, offer 32 GB of storage, and have a 3.5mm audio jack. It measures 165 x 76 x 9mm and weighs around 310 grams. It will come in three colors: Charcoal Black, Arctic Blue, and Luster Green. The Lava X3 is expected to cost around Rs 7,000 (~$84). It will be available for purchase exclusively through Amazon India.

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Realme 10 Pro goes on sale today in India – Check price, offers & more

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Dec 16, 2022

Earlier this month, Realme debuted the Realme 10 Pro 5G and Realme 10 Pro+ 5G in India. The Pro+ model went on sale a couple of days ago, and now, the Realme 10 Pro 5G will be available for purchase starting today.

Realme 10 Pro 5G price in India

The Realme 10 has a price tag of ₹18,999 ($231) for the 6GB + 128GB configuration, while the 8GB + 128GB configuration costs ₹19,999 ($243). It will be available for purchase via Flipkart, Realme.com, and offline stores starting at 12 PM today (December 16). The device is offered in three color options – Hyperspace Gold, Dark Matter, and Nebula Blue.

As for bank offers, customers purchasing the device using an SBI credit card with EMI will get up to ₹750 off. Customers purchasing without EMI with an SBI credit or debit card will get an instant discount of ₹1000. While HDFC card users will get a flat ₹1000 off on the transaction.

Realme 10 Pro 5G specs

The Realme 10 Pro has a 6.72-inch FHD+ centered punch-hole display (LCD) with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 240Hz, and a peak brightness of 680 nits. It is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, LPDDR4x RAM, and UFS 2.2 storage.

On the back of the phone, there is a dual camera system with 108MP (wide) and 2MP (depth). On the front, there is a 16MP camera. It has a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support.

The phone runs Realme UI 4.0, which is based on Android 13. It has all of the necessary connectivity features, including dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, and USB Type-C. A 3.5mm headphone jack, a MicroSD card slot, dual stereo speakers, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor are also included.

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Realme 10s Launched with Dimensity 810, 50MP Dual Cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Dec 16, 2022

Realme 10s has gone official in China. It is the latest edition of the Realme 10 series, which already includes multiple devices such as the Realme 10 (4G), Realme 10 (5G), Realme 10 Pro 5G, and Realme 10 Pro+ 5G. Except for the 4G version, all the other models are available in the home market. Here is a look at the specifications, features, and price of the Realme 10s.

Realme 10s specifications and features

The Realme 10s has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel that produces a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels, a 20.5:9 aspect ratio, a 401 ppi pixel density, a 180Hz touch sampling rate, 400 nits of brightness, and a 90.4 percent screen-to-body ratio. A fingerprint scanner is located on the right edge of the device.

On the front, the Realme 10s has an 8-megapixel selfie camera with a 77-degree FOV. On the back, it has a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel portrait lens, and an LED flash. The device runs on Android 12 OS, overlaid with Realme UI 3.0.

The Dimensity 810 chipset is present under the hood of the Realme 10s. The device comes with 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It houses a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The device offers other features like dual SIM support, Wi-Fi 802.1ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The device measures 164.4 x 75.1 x 8.1mm and weighs around 191 grams.

Realme 10s price and availability

The Realme 10s comes in two configurations: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage. These variants are priced at 1,099 Yuan (~$158) and 1,299 Yuan (~$186), respectively. It comes in two colors, namely, Streamer Blue and Crystal Black.

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XGIMI Mogo 2 Pro Portable Projector with Intelligent Autofocus and Auto-keystone Announced

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 16, 2022

XGIMI has announced the Mogo 2 Pro projector with advanced Intelligent Screen Adaptation (ISA) functionality. The new Xgimi projector can automatically focus the image and correct the keystone quite seamlessly. The Mogo 2 Pro joins an expanding lineup of Xgimi’s portable projectors with its signature ISA. However, the new projector comes with the latest improvement in ISA technology. It further extends the ease and seamlessness in image focusing and keystone.

The latest ISA (version 2.0) can correct the angle at which an image is projected and intelligently maps the borders of the projector screen. This can now be achieved in the Mogo 2 Pro without interrupting the playback or what is being projected.

The Mogo 2 Pro is the first Xgimi projector to feature ISA 2.0 and this offers improvements in the viewing experience. The Mogo 2 Pro is the successor to the Mogo Pro and there are a few other changes in the new projector.

In terms of projecting strength, the Mogo 2 Pro can deliver a brightness of 350 Lumens. This is better than its predecessor with 300 Lumens. This means that the new model is compatible with HDR videos. It can project FHD images (1920 x 1080p).

Another great advantage of the Mogo 2 Pro is its portable design. It weighs just 2.2 pounds and can project images up to 200 inches. The projector itself is just 6.5 inches long.

Xgimi says that the Mogo 2 Pro will be on display during next month’s CES 2023. It is expected that Xgimi will provide pricing and availability details for the portable projector. As the buildup continues for CES 2023, we expect more innovative products to be lined up for the event. CES 2023 holds from January 5 to 8, 2023 in Las Vegas, the United States of America.

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Lenovo Thinkcentre M60q Chromebox Mini Host With Intel Celeron 7305 Processor Announced

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 15, 2022

Lenovo has officially announced the Thinkcentre M60q Chromebox mini host. The information was delivered via the company’s official website and the new Chromebox mini host has a five-core processor.

The Thinkcentre M60q Chromebox mini host is powered by an Intel Celeron 7305 processor. The SoC features a single large core and four small cores. The new Chromebox mini host has dimensions of 178 x 182 x 34 mm and a shell volume of 1L. Apart from the Intel Celeron 7305 processor, other processor options are the i3-1215U and i5-1235U. The Intel i3-1215 is a 6-core unit with 2 large cores and 4 small cores. The Intel i5-1235U has two large and 8 small cores respectively.

In terms of its memory architecture, the M60q supports dual-channel notebook DDR4-3200 memory sticks. The mini host has 64GB eMMC 5.1 storage or 256GB SSD. There are ports at the front and rear of the device. At the front, we have the USB-C, USB-A, and a headset interface while the rear offers HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, and DP 1.4 ports, amongst others.

There are still many details lacking for the Thinkcentre M60q mini host. Lenovo is silent on the price tag of the device and its release date is also not known. One of the potential areas of concern for the new mini host is its processor’s capacity.

A lack of sufficient processing capability could result in slow performance for the M60q. Since the device is yet to be put through the paces, there can be no definitive information on its performance.

Lenovo Thinkcentre M60q Chromebox Mini Host

There is no global availability information for the Lenovo Thinkcentre M60q Chromebox at this time. We expect Lenovo to provide more details on the bounce before its release to the Chinese market.

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BMW CE 04 Electric Scooter Showcased in India Ahead of its Launch

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Jed John Ikoba

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Dec 15, 2022

BMW Motorad has showcased the upcoming BMW CE 04 electric scooter in the Indian market. The CE 04 was showcased alongside the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR sports bike. The BMW CE will probably fall under CBU regulations with a hefty price tag to match its exquisite design and features.

The BMW CE 04 is an ultra-premium e-scooter with a maxi-style futuristic look. It is aimed at the ultra-high segment of the two-wheeler EV market in India and is probably the most expensive e-scooter in India. It has an electronically limited top speed of 120km/h and a range of 130km on a single charge.

The CE 04 can accelerate from 0-50km/h in 2.6 seconds and features a couple of charging options. You can use a 2.3kW charger to fully charge the e-bike in less than 4.5 hours or a 6.9kW charger takes 1.67 hours (100 minutes).

The BMW CE 04 features LED lighting, a sustainability-focused powertrain, and sci-fi-inspired styling cues. It has floating panels, minimalist graphics, an exposed rear wheel, and contrasting orange highlights. The CE 04 is powered by the 20hp liquid-cooled PMSM electric motor and an 8.9kWh battery pack. It is equipped with dual 265mm front discs and a single rear disc. It also features ABS and traction control for enhanced safety for users.

The new BMW e-bike weighs 231g and has a 780mm seating height. There are several other custom accessories that will be available with the package. It has a ventilated mobile charging compartment, a helmet storage compartment, and a large 10.5-inch HD TFT infotainment display.

The infotainment screen provides split-screen functionality, navigation tools, and other performance metrics.
The BMW CE 04 was shipped to the subcontinent to gauge customer reaction and analyze the feasibility of its introduction to the market. It has a tubular chassis and a 35mm telescopic fork at the front plus a rear mono-shock system and a unique swingarm.

The e-scooter’s 15-inch front and rear wheels provide some balance while on the ride. There are no release dates yet for the India launch of the bike but it could be soon. As per pricing, the BMW CE 04 could cost up to 20 Lakhs (~$24,000).

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Oppo Watch 3 Pro Launched in a New Glacier Gray Color

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Anurag

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Dec 15, 2022

Earlier today, Oppo launched a bunch of new products in its home country China, including the latest Find N2 foldable series. The brand also introduced a new glacier grey color variant of the Oppo Watch 3 Pro. The wearable debuted in August with Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip, AMOLED display, 15-day battery life, and more.

Oppo has announced a new glacier gray color for the Watch 3 Pro. It will be available for purchase in China at a price of 1999 yuan ($286). It is also offered in Platinum Black and Desert Brown colors. Do note that the wearable is not available outside China yet. The international availability of the Oppo Watch 3 Pro is yet to be revealed.

To recall, Oppo Watch 3 Pro arrives with a square dial and has an aluminum alloy frame and fiberglass casing. It sports a 1.91-inch AMOLED screen which is LTPO, a first for a wearable. It packs a 550 mAh battery, which can last five days of full usage and 15 days of light mode. It takes around 65 minutes to fully charge. It weighs 37.5g without the strap.

The smartwatch is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 chipset, paired with 1GB RAM and 32GB storage. There’s also an Apollo 4 Plus chip. It runs ColorOS Watch based on Wear OS and RTOS.

Further, the watch offers LTE connectivity, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, and NFC. It is 5ATM water resistant and features sensors, like an accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, optical heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor, ambient light sensor, and altimeter. There’s also an ECG sensor. It can be paired with both Android and iOS.

Third Generation Marshall Acton, Stanmore, Woburn Speakers Launched In India

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 15, 2022

Marshall has launched three new Bluetooth speakers in India. The Generation III Bluetooth speaker lineup comprises Marshall Acton, Stanmore, and Woburn. These speakers were announced in the global markets in June this year. They pack and carry premium features and price tag. Read on to know what the audio devices offer out of the box.

The Marshall Generation III speaker lineup features a rectangular design. They vary in size with Acton being the smallest and Woburn the biggest. All three devices have Marshall’s branding at the front. There are multi-directional control knob and a traditional power switch on the top panel in Gold colour. The speakers are said to be eco-friendly and they use PVC-free 70 percent recycled plastic and vegan ingredients.

The Marshall Generation III speakers are equipped with tweeters and waveguides for robust sound quality. They feature a new Placement Compensation technology that optimizes the EQ profile by measuring for nearby reflective surfaces which could affect the sound. There is built-in Dynamic Loudness for a more balanced output. The Acton II comes with a 30W amplifier for the woofer whereas the Stanmore has a 50W amplifier. Both speakers feature two 15W amps for the tweeters. Meanwhile, the Marshall Woburn is equipped with one 90W woofer amplifier two 15W class D amplifiers for the mids and another two 15W amplifiers for the tweeters.

The Marshall Generation III speakers come with Bluetooth 5.2 support and 3.5mm headphone jacks. The Woburn also features HDMI connectivity.

Marshal Acton costs Rs 31,999 whereas the Stanmore is priced at Rs 41,999. The Woburn carries a price tag of Rs 59,999. The new Marshall speakers are available for purchase from the company’s website and other retailers across India, starting today.

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Oppo Enco X2 Earbuds Now Available in a Golden Color

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Anurag

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Dec 15, 2022

Today, Oppo launched the new Find N2 foldable series in its home country China. Alongside the premium smartphones, the company also unveiled a bunch of new products, including a new golden color version of the Oppo Enco X2 Earbuds. The hearables initially debuted in Black and White colors back in March. The company also launched the TWS in the Indian market in July.

Oppo Enco X2 golden color variant has been launched in China with a price tag of 999 Yuan, which converts to $143. For reference, the standard color options of the earbuds are available at a price of around $130. The new shade is available for purchase in only China as of now. We are not sure if it will make it to the global market.

To recall, the Oppo Enco X2 buds have been jointly developed with Dynaudio, and specially tuned by international music master Joe Hisaishi. The TWS comes with the new LHDC4.0 technology and has obtained the Hi-Res Audio Wireless Gold Label certification. The standard AAC and SBC audio codecs are supported as well. The earbuds have a coding rate of up to 900kbps and Bluetooth v5.2.

Enco X2 earbuds feature a 38 dB/Pa microphone setup and multiple noise cancellation levels, which include Smart Noise Cancellation, Max Noise Cancellation, Moderate Noise Cancellation, Mild Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode, and Vocal Enhancement. The earbuds are equipped with a triple-core noise reduction chip and three microphones for effective noise cancellation.

The hearables can offer up to 9.5 hours of playback on a single charge with noise cancellation off. They can last up to 40 hours with the charging case. Using maximum noise cancellation and a 50% volume level, the Enco X2 can deliver up to 5.5 hours of playback on a single charge, and 22 hours using the charging case.

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Oppo Pad Artist Limited Edition 8GB+128GB Version Launched

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Anurag

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Dec 15, 2022

Earlier year, Oppo teamed up with artist James Jean to launch a limited “artist edition” of the OPPO Pad. The tablet debuted with some special engravings at the back, depicting Jean’s imaginative fantasy work. Now almost a year later, the company has launched a new 8GB+ 128GB storage version of the tablet in China. Here are the details.

During the Oppo Find N2 series launch event today, the company announced a new 8GB+ 128GB storage version of the Oppo Pad Artist Limited Edition. It will be available for purchase in China and carries a price tag of 2,499 yuan ($358).

To recall, the tablet was unveiled back in March with a unique design. It comes with a custom back panel, made using flash sand technology. The tablet features special engraving on its back, which resemble Artist James Jean’s imaginative fantasy work. The specifications of the tab are the same as the vanilla model.

The tablet has an 11-inch IPS LCD display that offers a Quad HD+ resolution of 1600 x 2560 pixels. It comes with a 16:10 aspect ratio, a 120Hz refresh rate, a maximum brightness of 480nits, a 2048-level intelligent backlight, and support for ambient light adaptation. The device draws from the Snapdragon 870 chipset, paired with LPPDR4x RAM.

On the camera front, Oppo Pad is fitted with an 8-megapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash. It is backed by an 8,630mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. The tablet runs on ColorOS 13 based on Android 13. It has AAC second-generation speakers and supports LHDC, Dolby Atmos, etc. The tablet also comes with a matching smart magnetic keyboard and OPPO Pencil.

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boAt Rockerz 333 Pro, Nirvana 751 ANC, and Airdopes 411 ANC Limited Edition Launched in Collaboration With Netflix

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 15, 2022

Homegrown wearables brand boAt has partnered with American OTT streaming platform Netflix to launch limited edition audio devices. These include the boAt Rockerz 333 Pro, Nirvana 751 ANC, and Airdopes 411 ANC. This also marks Netflix’s first-time partnership in the audio segment globally. Read on to know what the devices offer out of the box.

The boAt Rockerz 333 Pro is a neckband wireless earphone. The Nirvana 751 ANC is an over-ear wireless headphone whereas the Airdopes 411 ANC are truly wiress earbuds. All three devices are engraved with Netflix logo. They are said to offer an immersive audio experience while watching movies, shows, and more on Netflix.

The boAt Rockerz 333 Pro features a shark fin around the earbuds for a secure fit. It is IPX5-rated water resistant and has magnetic earbuds. The audio device is equipped with 10mm driver and features environmental noise cancellation. It is powered by a 150mAh battery unit with up to 60 hours of playback time. A 10-minute fast charge is said to provide 20 hours of usage.

The boAt Nirvana 751 ANC comes with hybrid noise cancellation. It offers ANC up to 33dB and ambient mode. The audio device is equipped with a 40mm driver. It is claimed to offer 65 hours of battery life and 55 hours with ANC enabled. The Nirvana 751 ANC features a Type-C port and fast charging.

The boAt Airdopes 411 ANC are IPX4-rated water-resistant earbuds. They feature 10mm drivers and ANC. There is ENx technology for clear quality on calls. The earbuds are backed by a 37mAh battery cell and claimed to deliver 17.5 hours of usage. There is a USB-C port for fast charging.

The limited streaming edition range of boAt Rockerz 333 Pro, Nirvana 751 ANC, and Airdopes 411 ANC are priced at Rs 1,299, Rs 2,599, and Rs 3,999. They will be available for purchase from the brand’s website, Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra starting December 20th.

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Here are Google’s Favourite Chrome Extensions

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Chandan

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Dec 15, 2022

Many of us are already aware of what browser extensions are. Basically, they allow us to further modify the browser according to our needs. They surely make our task easy and we try to find out and use the best possible extension for whatever the purpose it is. Chrome comes with millions of different extensions and each one of them serves a different purpose. While some of them are really very famous, some of them aren’t. Well, now Google has officially released a list of their favourite extensions available on Chrome. While the list has many names which you might have heard multiple times, there are some names which you never heard as well.

The brand has officially posted the list of its favourite Chrome extensions on its very own blog. The brand has selected some popular extensions from the four different areas; productivity, focus, gaming and viewing, and learning. After selecting the popular ones, the brand further checked their usage and based upon that, they finally chose a few winners in each field. There is a total of 6 different extensions announced by Google as their favourite. Let’s have a look at them.

Under the productivity field, Google has declared these extensions are their favourites; Tango: An app that automatically generates a how-to guide when you record yourself walking through a process, SwiftRead: A speed reading app that claims to help users read two to three times faster, Liner: A research tool that lets you highlight, save, organize, and get reading recommendations, Compose AI: An AI writing tool, Visbug: A tool that allows designers to make alterations to text and images on websites and Check US Visa Slots: Allows you to check for US visa openings.

Workona Tab Manager and CrXMouse Chrome Gestures were the two choices in the focus category. The first extension helps in managing all of your open tabs, while the second generates unique mouse shortcuts. Google only chose two extensions for viewing and gaming. RoPro, the top choice in this category, was created with Roblox users in mind. The game gains new functionality thanks to this addon. The runner-up was eJoy, which lets users view movies and videos with dual subtitles in many languages to improve their language skills.

There were just 2 choices in the final category, learning, which was geared toward students. The first option was a digital arithmetic tool called Equatio, and the second was MyBib: Free Citation Generator. That’s all there was to the list of favourite extensions chosen by Google.

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Moto G53 Launched With 120Hz Display, 5000mAh Battery, and 50MP Main Camera

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Anurag

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Dec 15, 2022

Motorola held an event in China today where it launched its latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-equipped flagship, dubbed Moto X40. Alongside it, the Lenovo-owned company also unveiled a new mid-range smartphone, called Moto G53. The 5G handset has features like a 5000mAh battery, 120Hz LCD display, a 50MP primary rear camera, and much more. Let’s have a closer look at its specifications and pricing.

Moto G53 Specifications

The newly launched Moto G53 flaunts a 6.5-inch LCD panel that produces a 120Hz refresh rate and a 720 x 1600 pixels resolution. The display comes with a punch-hole cutout design to make room for the selfie camera. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by an unknown octa-core Qualcomm chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage, which can be expanded up to 1024GB using a MicroSD card.

On the camera front, the Moto G53 features a double rear camera setup with the combination of a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor, accompanied by a 2-megapixel depth sensor along with an LED flash. For selfies, the smartphone houses an 8-megapixel camera.

The Motorola mid-ranger packs a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. It runs Android 13 with the MyUi 5.0 layer on top. It measures 162.7 x 74.6 x 8.1mm and weighs around 183 grams. For security, the handset has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The handset comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack and includes all the basic connectivity options.

Moto G53 Price and Availability

The Moto G53 is priced at 899 Yuan (~$129) for the base 4GB+128GB edition. There’s also an 8GB+ 128GB variant of the phone, which comes with a price tag of 1099 Yuan ($157). It is offered in Black and Grey colors. The handset is currently available in the Chinese market only. We can expect it to make a global debut soon.

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Motorola ThinkPhone Spotted In More Images Along With Key Specifications

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Viraj Gawde

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Dec 15, 2022

In October, the Lenovo ThinkPhone was spotted in leaked renders. Now, new information about the smartphone has surfaced online courtesy of reliable tipster OnLeaks in collaboration with publication TechOutlook. The report reveals key specifications of the Motorola ThinkPhone in a series of images. We also get a better look at the device compared to previous render.

Beginning with the design, the Motorola ThinkPhone has a slightly compact form factor. There are three buttons on the right edge whereas an additional button accentuated in Red colour is located on the top left side of the device. The back panel has a squarish camera module housing 50MP, 13MP, and 2MP sensors along with an LED flash. It also has diagonal stripes and it is called an Aramid Fibre Inlay body as per the report. One of the images reveals that the smartphone will be IP68 dust and water-resistant.

The Motorola ThinkPhone has a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout. It is tipped to feature a 6.6-inch pOLED display bearing a resolution of 1,800 x 2,400 pixels, 144Hz refresh rate, 1,200nits peak brightness, and HDR+ support. The device will have an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The Motorola ThinkPhone will come with ‘Ready For’ feature for multi-screen collaboration. It is seen with a 68W Type-C charger (also spotted on 3C) that will likely power up the 5,000mAh battery unit. The device will also reportedly support 15W wireless charging. Other core specifications of the Motorola ThinkPhone are expected to include a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage.

The Motorola ThinkPhone is expected to debut sometime in 2023.

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