ASUS has just launched a new series of all in one desktop PCs for the Indian market. The company has just announced the new A3 series of AIO PCs that feature 12th Gen Intel Core processors. So let’s have a look at the new lineup of PCs.
A3402
Talking about the higher end model first, the Taiwanese tech giant’s A3402 sports a 23.8 inch NanoEdge display that also has a 100 percent sRGB color gamut support. The screen has an 88 percent screen to body ratio and Full HD resolution. The brand is also offering an optional touchscreen variant as well. Under the hood, the A3402 is equipped with the Intel i5 12th Gen CPU and Iris Xe iGPU. It is paired with up to 32GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. Other notable features include two integrated stereo speakers that support Dolby Atmos.
On the other hand, the ASUS A3202 sports a smaller 21.45 inch display that also have an 88 percent screen to body ratio that also has a Full HD resolution and anti glare display. This model also has a 100 percent sRGB color gamut support. The A3202 AIO PC is also equipped with Intel’s 12th Gen processor up to an i5 CPU with an Iris Xe iGPU. This chip is paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The memory can be expanded by up to 32GB thanks to two SODIMM slots. This variant also features two integrated stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.
A3202
ASUS has launched the A3 series of AIO desktop PCs with the A3202 starting from 54,990 INR. Meanwhile, the A3402 will have a price tag of 65,990 INR. Both models will be available on the company’s official online store and exclusive retail stores as well as Flipkart, Amazon, and other known e-commerce platforms as well.
Realme recently released the Android 13-based Realme UI 3.0 Open Beta builds for Realme 9 Pro and the Realme 9 Pro+. And now, the Realme 9i is also receiving the Open Beta program.
The Open Beta program is specifically for Indian users of the Realme 9i. To participate in the open beta testing of Android 13 on the Realme 9i, users need to make sure that their devices are running version RMX3612_11.C.03 or above.
Those meeting the criteria can head over to Settings > Software Update > Tap on the settings icon in the top right corner > Trial Version > Submit your details > Apply Now to apply for the Realme 9i 5G Android 13 Open Beta program. As it is an Open Beta program, you will most likely receive the update in a few days to try out Android 13 if your device meets the requirements. Additionally, Realme 9i 5G users that are on Android 13 Early Access are exempt from applying for this program.
In the event that they receive the Android 13 update, Realme has encouraged consumers to make a backup of their crucial data. In addition, the company has advised customers to check that they have at least 5GB of free internal storage and 60% of their battery before installing the Android 13 Open Beta firmware. Note that users who have rooted their devices are ineligible to participate in the program.
As it is a Beta build, and therefore can have stability issues and bugs, we recommend readers avoid installing it on their primary devices. In case you are unhappy with the Android 13 build and wish to go back to Android 12, Realme has also provided users the option to do so.
Earlier this week, a report revealed that OnePlus will be launching a 55-inch variant of the OnePlus TV Y1S Pro in India. The smart TV is expected to debut in India in the coming weeks.
Ahead of the upcoming launch, a new report has surfaced revealing the renders that show off the design of the OnePlus Y1S Pro 55-inch TV. The image comes from 91mobiles which cites known tipster Ishan Agarwal as the source.
The render reveals that the TV looks identical to the 43-inch and 50-inch versions, and features a chin bezel, while three sides of the screen offer a bezel-less design. The remote of the smart TV features dedicated shortcut buttons for isney+ Hotstar, Prime Video, Netflix, and Google Assistant. Additionally, it has a volume button, a home button, a back key, and a circular navigation ring.
A recent post by MySmartPrice outlined some of the OnePlus Y1S Pro 55-inch TV’s important technical details. According to the rumor, the OnePlus TV will offer HDR10+, MEMC, and 4K Ultra HD resolution. It is said that the 55-inch Y1S Pro will have 24W speakers and the Android TV OS. The TV may contain two USB 2.0 ports, three HDMI 2.1 ports (one of which includes eARC), one RJ45 port, and one RF input port. The specifications are very much finished at this point.
Taking a look at the already launched 43-inch and 50-inch variants, we can expect the OnePlus Y1S Pro 55-inch to have a MediaTek MT9216 processor, paired with 2GB RAM and 8GB storage on board. It will likely have Android 10 TV OS and Bluetooth 5.0 along with dual-band WiFi.
Motorola is reportedly working on a new lower-end smartphone that goes by the name of Motorola “Penang”. For those unaware, Penang is a state of Malaysia. Now, known tipster Evan Blass has shared an image revealing the design of Motorola Penang.
The image is shared via GadgetGang, which reveals that the smartphone will have flat sides, with rounded corners for comfort in gripping. The back is also flat and features two camera cutouts on the top left. Coming to the front, the device has a notable top bezel and a thick chin. The front camera cutout is a centered punch-hole.
The report also mentions that the handset has the same root code as the Penang4G and Penang+, however, it is not necessarily an indication that these devices will all debut in the same lineup. The report also reveals that the Penang 5G North American variant, XT-2313, will be available from all three main U.S. carriers as well as Cricket, Dish, and Tracfone.
Tipster Evan Blass also states that the device will come with only a 4GB of RAM option and 64GB or 128GB of internal storage.
Separately, Motorola XT2335-3 has been listed on 3C and TENAA certification. The listening reveals that the drive will feature a 6.5″ inch LCD screen with a resolution of 720*1600 pixels. The device will have an octa-core chipset with a 2.2GHz CPU. Interestingly, RAM options ranging from 4GB, all the way to 12GB will be available, while storage options from 64GB to 512GB will also be available.
The back of the device will have a 50-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. On the front, it will have an 8-megapixel selfie cam. Lastly, the device will have 162.7×74.6×8.1(mm) dimensions and it will weigh 183gms.
Olight a brand that specializes in outdoor lighting solutions for individuals has now launched its latest high-performance headlamp the Olight Array 2 Pro. The headlamp is a light source attached to a band that can be worn on your head. It essentially gives you a source of light while keeping your hands free to navigate and work. Headlamps are useful to conduct outdoor activities at night as well as in dark conditions where your visibility is compromised.
If you work in the outdoors in dark and dangerous conditions or are an adventure lover who dabbles in outdoor activities like caving, orienteering, hiking, skiing, backpacking, camping, mountaineering, mountain biking, etc then you know how important a headlamp is. However, a headlamp is not just an adventure sports tool but can also be a lifesaver in the extreme outdoors. Hence it is important to invest in a versatile and good-quality headlamp.
Olight Array 2 Pro is a high-performance headlamp, with a max output of 1500 lumens. This powerful lamp throws light up to 150 meters and comes with 27.5 hours of max runtime. It features both a floodlight and a spotlight and has a red LED that can be used as an emergency signal, SOS, or a reading light.
The device features 3 modes for every light source (3 levels for flood light, 3 levels for flood + spotlight, and 3 levels for red light), and a dedicated SOS mode. It is IPX4-certified waterproof and dust-resistant making it perfect for outdoor activities. The dual LED indicators on the battery pack work both as a battery indicator and a safety light that makes you more visible in the dark.
Unlike generic headlamps available in the market, the Array 2 Pro comes with a 60-degree tiltable head mount that directs your light wherever you desire. The head mount comes with a powerful fit that does not move or slide even when you do arduous tasks like running and jumping making it perfect for outdoor activities.
One of the major drawbacks of generic round dial headlamps is the unbalanced weight distribution. These headlamps carry the majority of weight in the front, on your forehead making it hard to wear for a longer period of time. Also, the unbalanced distribution of weight makes the device unstable. However, with Array 2 Pro, the designers have overcome this issue by installing the 3350mAh battery pack at the back of the headband, distributing the weight evenly and making it suitable for long usage. Weighing at just 4.76 oz, and with a size of 2.4″x 1.22″x0.96″, it will not be a hassle to carry around this headlamp, both on your head and in your pocket or bag.
The device can be easily charged using a Type- C port and comes with a quick single-switch user interface. Moreover, with the advanced wave function, you can switch ON and OFF your lamp by simply waving your hands in front of the headlamp. This feature is extremely important as it helps you to operate the device without the need of touching it.
To know more about Olight Array 2 Pro, its features, price, and availability click here.
iQOO has confirmed that it will announce iQOO 11 on Dec. 2 in Malaysia. It appears that the pre-order page for the iQOO 11 series went live sometime on Vivo China’s website. Some Weibo users managed to take a screenshot of the listing before it was taken down.
The above image reveals that the iQOO 11 is scheduled to launch at 2:30 pm (local time) on Dec. 2. So, it appears that iQOO 11 will be launching in Malaysia and China on the same day.
The Vivo X90 Pro+ launched yesterday as China’s first-ever phone with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 onboard. Speculations are rife that the iQOO 11 will be the first phone in the global market to feature the SD8G2 chip.
According to a recent report, the iQOO 11 will feature a 6.78-inch E6 AMOLED display that produces a Quad HD+ resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will feature an under-display fingerprint scanner and run on the OriginOS 3-flavored Android 13 OS in China.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip will be accompanied by LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Reports have claimed that the highest configuration variant of the device will offer 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of native storage. It will come with support for 120W fast charging for its 5,000mAh battery.
For selfies, the iQOO 11 will have a 16-megapixel front camera. Its back panel may feature a 50-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 8-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit with Vivo V2 ISP.
Other features of the device include NFC, an independent display chip, and an under-display fingerprint scanner. The phone will measure 164.8x77x8.5mm and weigh 205 grams. It is likely to arrive in two colors: Isle of Man Edition and Track Edition. There is no word on the price of the device.
Anbernic recently launched the RG353M retro gaming console earlier this month. The console can run games from platforms like Nintendo 64, Dreamcast Saturn, and PSP, and comes with a 3.5-inch IPS display. The company has now launched a new console called the RG505, which features many upgrades over the above-mentioned console, especially in the display department.
The Anbernic RG505 is a handheld gaming console powered by the Unisoc Tiger T618 chipset, which has two ARM Cortex-A75 CPU cores, six Cortex-A55 CPU cores, and a Mali-G52 MP2 GPU. Additionally, the company has equipped the console with a 4.5-inch OLED display that operates at 960 x 544 pixels.
It has 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of storage ensuring smooth operations and enough storage for multiple titles at once. Anbernic has also added a 3.5 mm connector, hall sensors, and a gyroscope for gaming, in addition to a microSD card reader.
The RG505 contains the typical array of gamepad buttons, including four shoulder buttons and action buttons organized in a YXAB arrangement, as evidenced by the company’s marketing photos. The gaming handheld also features a 5,000 mAh battery and can dual-boot Android 12 or Linux.
The RG505 is now available from Anbernic in Grey, Turquoise, and Yellow colorways for US$147.99. For US$162.99 and US$177.99, respectively, the company also sells the 189 x 87 x 18 mm handheld with 128 GB and 256 GB microSD cards. After November 29, all Anbernic RG505 orders should begin shipping internationally.
BlackFriday 2022 is happening right now and brings a torrent of unbeatable deals for the holiday season, so it’s the perfect time to grab yourself a new device. To thank its customers for their long-term support, Blackview has massively reduced the price of its products including phones, smart watches, earphones, tablets, and laptops, especially its new flagship phone Blackview A85.
The flagship offering Blackview A85 is launched on BlackFriday, which helps the brand cement its reputation for gorgeous design smartphones with deluxe performance. In the era of homogenization of phone appearance, Blackview spares no efforts to explore more possibilities in refining exquisite designs, and previously released A100 and A95 are terrific endeavors. The Blackview A85 adheres to the A series’ heritage of innovation and style with trendy aesthetics, while it comes with a lighter and thinner body, more brilliant colors, better camera quality, a faster operating system, and a larger battery & capacity.
The Blackview A85 flaunts a 6.5-inch HD display with a 90Hz refresh rate on screen and is covered with sophisticated CNC and electroplating processes in the glass back. Additionally, it is measured 8.65mm in thickness and 193 grams in weight, perfectly illustrating the elaborate craftsmanship of Blackview.
Another selling point of the device is its captivating colors including Sky Mirror, Space Black, and Deep Sea Blue. As told by the name, the designers made fresh and bold attempts to interweave different layers of colors together to present the color of the deep sea and the sky, expressing the pure beauty of nature to users. Especially the Sky Mirror is much commended, It is inspired by the magical sky of versatile colors. Once you are holding it, this striking color makes you stand out from the crowd anywhere.
Studio-level Camera: 50MP +8MP Rear Cameras & 8 MP front camera& Various Photo Modes
For those shutterbugs, who enjoy professional photography for characters, objects, or scenery, the Blackview A85 is definitely designed for them.
The Blackview A85 comes with a 50MP Samsung® ISOCELL JN1 sensor & an 8MP 120°ultra-wide & ultra-macro sensor as its rear camera and an 8 MP front camera. Thanks to a 50MP Samsung® ISOCELL JN1 sensor, the Blackview A85 is capable of 4-in-1 pixel binning technology for low-light photography. By 8MP 120°ultra-wide & ultra-macro sensor, it offers users a wider field of view for large buildings, grand natural scenes, and group photos, as well as a macro field of view for tiny subjects such as flowers, insects, and the dew in the early morning. Plus, an 8 MP front camera sensor helps you capture gorgeous memory for any moment with clear and sharp images.
But what Blackview A85 delivers is far more than just triple cameras, they offer plenty of Photo Modes including Panorama, Night Pro, Pro, Beauty, HDR, portrait, Cinematic 1080p Video Recording, and Ultra-res.
Advanced performance with Industry-leading Operating system & Capacity & Battery
To provide its users with a remarkable entertainment experience, Blackview has paid much attention to configuration upgradation with cutting-edge technology. It refers to the upgraded operating system, updated capacity, enlarged battery, and others as below.
Upgraded Operating system: Industry-leading Android 12-based Doke OS 3.0
The Blackview A85 runs on Android 12-based Doke OS 3.0, which sports greater performance and speedier processing while multitasking. In fact, Doke OS 3.0 is upgraded from its precursor Blackview A95 with Doke OS 2.1 based on Android 11, and this new operating system pushes its appeal to an even higher end in this generation. It is fully available to smartphone experts who have high requirements for system stability&security& fluency with stable platforms and efficient software.
Doke OS 3.0 provide an extraordinary platform on which a user can execute programs in a convenient and efficient manner. In detail, it paves the way for achieving the following manifold features: Versatile Desktop, Smart Floating Windows, Pristine and Inspiring Theme, Multi-layered Dark Mode, Upgraded Notebook, Smart Pre-Loading, Refined Animation, and CPU Scheduling.
The Blackview A85 is powered by the Octa-core UNISOC T606 chipset paired with a G57 1*Cocre (650MHz) GPU, which is the heart or brain of this smartphone. Octa-core UNISOC T606 is responsible for providing superior image processing quality, maximum performance, and reduced latency while there is the simultaneous execution of several tasks. Further, It is packed with 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM, and both are expandable with virtual RAM (+6 GB) and a TF card (up to 1TB), respectively. With added memory, Blackview A85 boosts up the system speed and saves the consumption of battery life.
Enlarged Battery: 4480mAhbattery with 18W fast charging support
Blackview A85 highly impresses users with its’ 4480mAh battery with 18W fast charging support, giving users a faster, safer, and more efficient charging experience. It’s not common to see phones with massive 4480 mAh power, and you never need to worry about the battery for 6.5 hrs video, 6hrs games, 7.5hrs web, 20hrs music, 18hrs calling, or 720 hrs Standby. When it is time to charge, you do not have to wait too long to get the phone battery up and running thanks to 18W fast charging.
Other Highlights: Multi-function NFC&Smart-K BOX Speaker
It’s worth mentioning that Blackview A85 added the Multi-function NFC according to the feedback of users so that it’s easy to use Google pay as well as contactless cards. The other thing is Smart-K BOX Speaker which effectively solves the sound distortion problems and presents good quality audio sound. By the way, it definitely supports those basic functions like Face&Finger Unlock, GPS+GLONASS+Beidou+Galileo Navigation, and Shortcut Buttons.
Blackview A85 is on its world premiere on AliExpress BlackFriday. What surprised us most is that it is priced at $109.99 with coupons of up to $10-$20 off.
Sony has revealed that the company plans to expand its Chinese game incubation business, which is also known as China Hero Project. The company is planning to increase investment for incubating new games and developers in the region.
As per the report coming from Reuters, Sony is planning to invest one million yuan or about $140,000 in each China-developed game that the company incubates through its programs.
The development of increasing efforts by Sony in the Chinese market comes at a time when Microsoft is actively pursuing Chinese developers, and Reuters claims that Sony plans to go head-to-head with the Xbox maker in the country.
Previously, games incubated by Sony under China Hero Project received financial and development support, but the games weren’t published by the company. But now, as per the report, Sony aims to support Chinese games through PlayStation Studios and is aiming to publish games, starting with Lost Soul Aside.
So far, the company has supported 17 small-scale games alongside striking successful deals like Genshin Impact. By investing heavily in incubating new games and developers, the company plans to achieve its goal of selling twice the PS5 models in China than the PS4 models.
After missing out on making Genshin Impact an Xbox exclusive, Microsoft has reportedly been trying to scout for more Chinese video game developers to work with and is looking to entice them with large Xbox Game Pass offers.
HMD Global, the company behind Nokia-branded devices, recently announced two new entry-level smartphones in Indonesia, dubbed Nokia C21 Plus and Nokia C31. Along with those two smartphones, the company has also launched a new tablet.
While the Nokia T21 tablet was announced a couple of months back, it has now finally made its way to the Indonesian market. It comes in only one color — Gray and is priced at 3299000 Indonesian rupiah, which is about $210. The device is slated to go on sale in December.
The tablet comes with a tough aluminum body that has a 60 percent recycled plastic cover for the antenna. It features a 10.36-inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 2000 x 1200 pixels, and 400 nits brightness.
Under the hood, the Nokia T21 is powered by the UNISOC T612 octa-core processor with Mali-G57 GPU. It is paired with 4GB LPDDR4 RAM while there are 64GB and 128GB storage options along with microSD card support of up to 512GB. However, the Indonesian version only comes with 64GB of internal storage.
Coming to photography, the device has an 8-megapixel autofocus rear camera with an LED flash. On the front side, there’s an 8-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling. The device is rated IP52 for dust and water resistance.
In the software department, the tablet runs the Android 12 operating system, and the company promises to deliver two years of Android upgrades and up to three years of monthly security updates. It is powered by an 8,200mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging.
Earlier this year, Qualcomm launched the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset as the successor of the Snapdragon 778G+ platform. However, in a surprise move, the company has refreshed the Snapdragon 778G+ with the launch of the new Snapdragon 782G SoC. The new chipset is quite similar to the old one, with a few minor upgrades. Let’s take a look at its details.
The Snapdragon 782G is a 6nm chipset with an 8-core Kryo 670 processor and an Adreno 642L GPU, much like the SD778G+. The CPU has the same core configuration as the 778G+: one Kryo 670 Prime core (Cortex-A78), which operates up to 200MHz faster at 2.7GHz; three Kryo 670 Gold cores (also Cortex-A78), which operates up to 2.2GHz; and four Kryo 670 Silver cores (Cortex-A55), which are clocked at 1.9GHz.
Qualcomm claims that the clock speed bump makes the CPU 5% faster, and the GPU 10% faster compared to the Snapdragon 778G+.
Similar to the previous SoC, the 782G supports up to 200MP resolution. The company claims to have boosted image details captured at 200MP. Additionally, it offers Quick Charge 4+ (up to 50% in 15 minutes), the same Fused AI Accelerator architecture, and the same Qualcomm Spectra ISP with triple 14-bit ISP compatibility.
FastConnect 6700 supports Wi-Fi 6 up to 2.9 Gbps, with plenty of capacity across the 6 GHz band and integrated Bluetooth® 5.2, while the modem is the same Snapdragon X53 with Sub-6GHz and mmWave capabilities.
It’s been quite some time since Sony launched its latest generation of PlayStation gaming console — Sony PS5. In fact, the company is gearing up to launch a new slimmer version next year.
Amid rumors of a new version of PS5 getting launched, it is being said that Sony, in partnership with Honda, could end up using the PlayStation 5 in the upcoming smart cars for the entertainment console.
Izumi Kawanishi, President of Sony Honda Mobility, which was established in September, has said that it is technically possible to integrate PlayStation 5 platform in their cars. However, he has not provided more information about this integration or if they have actually tried doing it.
He says that the companies plan to use music, movies, and gaming to build electric cars built around a premium entertainment experience. He further added that “Sony has content, services, and entertainment technologies that move people. We are adapting these assets to mobility, and this is our strength against Tesla.”
Kawanishi says that Tesla isn’t providing any content services, which could mean that the company is planning to focus more on the entertainment part for the upcoming cars.
For those who are unaware, Sony Honda Mobility is planning to launch its first electric vehicle model in the North American market by the year 2025. The ultimate aim of this joint venture is to launch fully self-driving vehicles in the market.
Oukitel is launching its latest rugged smartphone the WP21 globally on AliExpress. On the occasion of the world premiere and Black Friday Sale, the brand is offering a huge discount on this smartphone. The phone which comes with an original price of $369.99 will be available for as low as $240.99 only on AliExpress. This deal starts on November 24 at 12AM PT and ends on November 29, 2022.
Please note that the brand is offering two different coupon codes to avail of this offer.
Oukitel WP21 is an advanced rugged smartphone that comes with unique dual displays. The phone features a 6.78-inch FHD+ front display that supports 2460 x 1080p resolution and 396 PPI that give you sharp, clear, and high-res images and videos. The display supports a 120Hz refresh rate which gives you fast gameplay, low latency, and a smooth visual experience. On the back, the phone features a unique smart display, a rarity in rugged phones. The customizable rear display can be used for quick access to time, battery status, and pick calls and notifications. It can also be used to control your music and glance at images.
The rugged phone is powered by MediaTek Helio G99 6nm chipset which is perfect for all-day gaming. The powerful processor is made to increase your power efficiency and can easily support huge cameras, ultra-fast displays, smooth streaming, and stable global connectivity. In the case of the Oukitel WP21, this processor plays a huge role as it is powerful enough to support the dual displays of the phone along with a 64MP camera and other advanced features. The phone comes with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, expandable up to 1TB.
Unlike other rugged phone makers who only focus on making a strong and durable phone, Oukitel has made the WP21 one of the best-rugged smartphones without compromising on power, battery, and camera features. Fueled with a massive 9800mAh battery it supports 66W fast charging. The phone comes with a 64MP main camera, 2MP macro sensor, and a 20MP Sony IMX350 autofocus night vision lens with a maximum viewing distance of 20 meters. For your selfies, you have a 20MP sensor in the front. Fueled with a massive 9800mAh battery it supports 66W fast charging.
Being a rugged and robust device, it has a reinforced body that prevents breakage and damage. The phone is IP68, IP69K, and the latest MIL-STD-810H certified which makes it water, dust, and shockproof and perfect for extreme and harsh outdoors. Other interesting features include Face ID unlock, Fingerprint sensor, NFC, Global navigation system, etc.
You can get the Oukitel WP21 Rugged Smartphone for as low as $240.99 only on AliExpress. Please note that this deal starts on November 24, 2022, at 12 AM PT. However, you can add the product to the cart even before the sale starts for faster checkout.
Please note that the above price is region-specific and the final price may vary according to your shipping region, warehouse, and regional taxes. For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.
Qualcomm recently unveiled its new flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and now OEMs are lining up to use this new CPU. We will talk about all the upcoming phones that have been confirmed to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. First of all, let’s talk about the features and capabilities of this processor.
Features of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
The new chip is built on a 4nm process with a different core configuration than its predecessor. The Kryo CPU on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 includes one prime core based on the ARM Cortex-X3 clocked at 3.2GHz, as well as four performance cores at 2.8GHz and three efficiency cores at 2.0GHz. Compared to last year’s chipset, these are 200MHz to 300MHz faster. The company says the CPU is 35 percent faster than the previous generation and 40 percent more power efficient.
Its latest Adreno GPU is claimed to offer 25 percent higher performance while being 45 percent more power efficient. It also brings support for hardware-accelerated ray tracing to the Snapdragon platform. There’s support for faster memory technologies, including up to 16GB of LP-DDR5x RAM and up to 4,200MHz and new UFS 4.0 storage. So which phones will use this flagship CPU?
All upcoming smartphones confirmed to use Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Xiaomi 13 series
Xiaomi has recently confirmed that the 13 series will be one of the first phones to use Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, in a post on Weibo. The company, which usually introduces its flagship phones at the end of the year, is expected to make a launch event soon.
Samsung Galaxy S23 series
Samsung has traditionally offered Qualcomm-powered devices in North American markets only. The remaining regions use phones powered by the company’s own Exynos processors. Still, Galaxy S23, S23, and S23 Ultra to come with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 when the trio launches in early 2023.
OnePlus 11 series
Although OnePlus has been criticized for the price of its phones in recent years, the company continues its success in performance. OnePlus has been partnering with Qualcomm for a long time and is set to launch the 11 series with Snapdragon silicon once again.
Oppo Find X series
Although Oppo has not explicitly confirmed which of its smartphone lineup will launch with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, it’s highly likely that we’ll see the Find X5 Pro follow-up come with the latest processor, but it’s not clear when this device will be unveiled.
Red Magic 8 Pro
Partnerships between gaming phone manufacturers and Qualcomm have been around for a long time. Red Magic, one of the manufacturers in question, has also confirmed that the upcoming RedMagic 8 Pro will be using Qualcomm’s 8 Gen 2 processor too.
Motorola X40 series
Although Motorola is not in its old heyday, we’ve seen a number of impressive devices be added to the growing X-series lineup in recent years. The latest will be the Moto X40, which will be the company’s first smartphone to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.
iQOO 11 series
Despite a lack of global availability, iQOO has also confirmed on Weibo that the upcoming iQOO 11 will sport the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. In addition, companies such as Honor, ZTE, Meizu, Vivo, Sony, Redmi, ROG, SHARP, and ASUS are among the partners using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and other processors.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen+ 1 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Honor will announce the Honor 80 series of smartphones at 2:30 PM (local time) today in China. An image that surfaced yesterday revealed the design of the Honor 80 SE, Honor 80, and Honor 80 Pro. The leak also revealed the key specifications of the Honor 80 SE. A new Weibo post that surfaced a few hours before the launch has revealed more details about the Honor 80 SE.
Honor 80 SE specifications (Rumored)
The specs sheet that has appeared on Weibo reveals that the Honor 80 SE will feature a 6.67-inch OLED display that supports a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a refresh rate of 120Hz, 10-bit colors, DCI-P3 color gamut, and HDR10. Its leaked image revealed that it will have a curved edge display with a centrally positioned punch-hole.
Honor 80 Pro (left), Honor 80 (middle), Honor 80 SE (right)
The Honor 80 SE has a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. The camera module of the device is expected to feature a 64-megapixel main camera, a 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It will come preloaded with the Magic UI 7.0-based Android 12 OS.
Honor 80 Pro (left), Honor 80 (middle), Honor 80 SE (right)
The MediaTek Dimensity 900 chip will power the Honor 80 SE. It will be available in two variants: 8 GB of RAM with 256 GB of storage and 12 GB of RAM with 512 GB of storage. The device will pack a 4,600mAh battery with 66W fast charging.
The Honor 80 SE measures 161.3 x 73.4 x 7.7mm and weighs 175 grams. The device will come in colors like – Moonlight Crystal, Icelandic Mirage, Cherry Pink Coral, and Bright Black. The leak has no information on the price of the Honor 80 SE.
As we get closer to the end of 2022, major Chinese OEMs have started launching their smartphones featuring new chipsets and camera hardware. Vivo has already launched the Vivo X90 series of flagship devices, while Xiaomi is also rumored to debut its Xiaomi 13 (or Xiaomi 14) lineup soon. Although there is no news on a launch timeline yet, Oppo is also working on the Find X6 series, as revealed by many rumors.
Oppo Find X5 Pro
Now, a new report has come out, suggesting changes in the design of the Oppo Find X6 Pro. According to the report, the device will move away from its traditional single-piece camera island design, and will instead opt for a Xiaomi 12S Ultra-like camera island, which is essentially a large circular module in the top center holding all the cameras.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
With this design, along with a 1-inch camera sensor, the camera island is said to protrude from the rest of the rear panel by up to 5 millimeters. Popular Weibo tipster DCS has tipped that the “engineering sample” with ceramic rear has a thickness of 9.4mm, even without the camera bump. The leather version on the other hand is 9.5mm thick. Going by this, it’s possible that the device could measure up to 10mm at its thickest point.
That being said, the device is still an engineering sample and not the final design, so it is possible that Oppo could make some design changes to trim down the thickness. Other than the design, there are already quite a few leaks about the device making the rounds on the internet like the display, chipset, and camera details.
According to reports, the Oppo Find X6 Pro is expected to feature a 6.7-inch E6 AMOLED panel with 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The front will feature a 36MP selfie cam, while the back is expected to come with a 50MP Sony IMX 989 1-inch sensor (7P lens and OIS) + 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor (ultrawide) + 50MP Sony IMX890 lens (2.7x optical zoom and OIS).
Under the hood, we can expect a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, as well as a Dimesnity edition with the Dimensity 9200 chipset. The Find X6 Pro is expected to have up to 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of internal storage.
It was reported yesterday that Oppo may hold its next INNO Day 2022 event in mid-December to showcase its innovations. The event is likely to see the arrival of the Find N2 Flip, the company’s first clamshell phone with a foldable screen. It is also expected to announce its second-generation foldable phone, the OPPO Find N2. Ahead of the expected launch, the OPPO Find N2 has been approved by the 3C authority of China (via. TechGoing).
Earlier this month, leaked screenshots of the OPPO Find N2 surfaced on Weibo. One of the images revealed that the model number of the Find N2 is PGU110. The same device has now received certification from China’s 3C authority.
The 3C listing of the PGU110 reveals that it may ship with a 66W fast charger. As can be seen in the screenshot, another device with the PGT110 has also been spotted with a 66W charger in 3C’s database. Unfortunately, there is no information available on the final marketing name of the PGT110.
Oppo Find N2 Specifications (Rumored)
Rumors surrounding the Oppo Find N2 have claimed that it will have a 7.1-inch foldable OLED on the inside and a 5.5-inch OLED screen on the outside. Both displays are likely to support a 120Hz refresh rate. It will run on the latest ColorOS 13-based Android 13. For security, it will have a side-facing fingerprint scanner.
The device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and a 4,520mAh battery. It may offer up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of built-in storage. It is also expected to support wireless charging.
A 50-megapixel (Sony IMX890, OIS) + 48-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 32-megapixel (Sony IMX709, telephoto) triple camera setup coupled with a MariSilicon ISP will be available on the backside of the Oppo Find N2. On the front, it may feature a 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 camera. It may also have a 32-megapixel camera on the foldable screen. The Find N2 will weigh under 240 grams and arrive in shades like black, white, and green.
Lenovo became one of the most important tablet manufacturers after releasing several high-end models. This year, the company came up with a new value for money tablet with very interesting specifications and an affordable price: the Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2: it is a very good upgrade of the original Tab P11 and it adds a few nice specifications great for today’s users. It is time for us to compare it to one of the best tablets in terms of quality price ratio released this year: the Redmi Pad. Another device with great performance, well-balanced specifications, and an amazing price tag. If you want to discover all of the differences between these two Android tablets, go ahead with the comparison between the main specifications of the Redmi Pad and the Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2.
Before the design, the most important aesthetic thing of a tablet is the dimension: the Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 is bigger and better for productivity thanks to its wider display, while the Redmi Pad is more compact and better to use everywhere, even on a train and other means of transport. If you are ok with big dimensions, we recommend the Lenovo tablet because it has a more beautiful design. As you have probably seen in the picture, it has a higher screen to body ratio, with narrower bezels around the display. Further, its camera module is smaller and less invasive. The Redmi Pad is not an ugly tablet, tough, and it is built with an aluminum frame improving the build quality and the resistance of the device. Further, it is not only more compact but also thinner and lighter than its rival.
Display
If you need the best viewing quality, then you should choose the Redmi Pad. It has an IPS LCD display able to show up to one billion colors with a diagonal of 10.61 inches, a Full HD Plus resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, a 90 Hz refresh rate, and a typical brightness of 400 nits. It is not an OLED panel, so it does not provide stunning colors and deep blacks like the high-end phones, but it is still a great display in terms of color reproduction, and it also offers a smoother experience thanks to the high refresh rate. The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 has a wider 11.5-inch display and its bigger dimensions are very important for productivity. It even supports the stylus for handwriting and drawing, unlike its opponent. However, it is inferior in terms of image quality. It has a Full HD Plus resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, a standard 60 Hz refresh rate, and a typical brightness of 400 nits. These tablets are equipped with four stereo speakers and they provide a 3.5 mm audio jack.
Specs & Software
If we exclude the most affordable configurations and we consider the most expensive ones, these two tablets have exactly the same hardware department. They are fueled by the MediaTek Helio G99 mobile platform: a midrange chipset built with a 6 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture. The chipset is composed of two Cortex A76 cores running at a max frequency of 2.2 GHz, six Cortex A55 cores running at 2 GHz, and a Mali G57 MC2. Alongside the SoC, there are up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of native storage, you can furtherly expand with a micro SD slot. There is an important difference in the software department: unlike the Redmi Pad, the Lenovo Tab P11 runs Android 12L, a special version of the green robot optimized for tablets. The Redmi runs Android 12 customized by MIUI 13 like Xiaomi phones released in 2022.
Camera
The Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2 provides a better camera on the rear side, with a 13 MP resolution and an f/2.4 focal aperture. The sensor is paired with a LED flash and is able to record 1080p videos. The Redmi Pad has an inferior 8 MP rear camera and both tablets come with an 8 MP front camera.
Despite having smaller dimensions, the Redmi Pad is equipped with a bigger battery. Thanks to the bigger capacity and the presence of a smaller display, it lasts more on a single charge.
Price
The starting price of the Redmi Pad roughly translates into $250 or €250, while you need about €350 or $350 for the Lenovo Tab P11 Gen 2. Which one would you pick?
Xiaomi has added support for BMW cars to the Mi Wallet car key function. The new feature expands the functionality of the Xiaomi 12S Pro on the Android platform. Subsequently, the BMW Digital Key now includes Huawei, Xiaomi, Honor, Vivo, and OPPO brands. The digital key applies to more than 10 of BMW’s latest models. The models include the BMW 3 series, the BMW 5 series, and the pure electric BMW iX3.
Back in September 2022, the BMW Group stated that it is extending the scope of application of the digital key. The move will see the digital key function being compatible with more brands and also applicable to more BMW models. The digital key becomes operational when the user places the upper end of the smartphone close to the sensing area on the driver’s side door handle to unlock the vehicle with one touch. There is no need to connect to the internet after activation. The feature even works when the mobile phone has a low battery. You can thus unlock the door and start the vehicle even in the absence of a cellular or wireless network.
The Xiaomi Mi wallet car key function support for BMW cars is an impressive feature that does not require the internet to operate. The BMW Digital Key originally launched with iOS devices including iPhone 11 and the Apple Watch Series 5 and higher versions. It subsequently incorporated Android compatibility and uses the My BMW app.
OnePlus Buds Pro debuted last year with a premium design, ANC support (Active Noise Cancellation), and more. Now, the company is reportedly readying a new pair of premium wireless earbuds, dubbed the OnePlus Buds 2 Pro. Several leaks have already revealed the design and specifications of the upcoming TWS. And now it seems the company itself has teased the new hearables in its latest video. Here are the details.
A new teaser video posted on OnePlus’ social media handle shows a pair of earbuds in white color. The design of the earbuds matches with leaked renders of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2. They can be seen to have a dual-tone design, with the bottom half of the stem hued in silver. However, there’s a good possibility that the showcased TWS are the original OnePlus Buds Pro.
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A recent leak revealed the new Buds 2 Pro will have dual audio drivers, one 11mm and the other 6mm. They could support the high-res LHDC 4.0 codec and spatial audio. There is a claimed active noise cancellation of 45 dB on the earbuds, which will be adaptive based on ambient noise levels. The earbuds come with three microphones for improved voice quality.
With ANC on, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 will reportedly last up to 6 hours, and an additional 22 hours with the case. If the ANC is off, the buds could offer up to 9 hours of battery life on a single charge. It will support wireless charging, and a ten-minute charge will apparently provide three hours of playtime.
The earbuds are expected to come with Google Fast Pair and Bluetooth 5.2. They will likely be IP55-rated for dust and water resistance and will be offered in white, black, and green colors.
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