Xiaomi is gearing up to launch its latest flagship smartphone in the form of the Xiaomi 13 series in its home market in China. While the exact launch date is not yet known, the lineup is expected to go official in the coming weeks.
Ahead of the launch, some of the key details about the upcoming Xiaomi 13 series smartphones have leaked online, revealing what we should expect from the premium devices.
Xiaomi 13 Pro Render by @OnLeaks
The latest report from Digital Chat Station claims that all the models in the Mi 13 series will come powered by the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which is manufactured using the 4nm process.
Further, it is said that all the Xiaomi 13 series smartphones will be equipped with a camera module tuned by Leica. This means that Xiaomi and Leica are continuing their partnership after the Xiaomi 12S smartphone.
Coming to the software department, the smartphones will be running the MIUI 14 custom user interface on top of the new Android 13 operating system. This new UI is currently being tested by the company, which reportedly has a new design and is lightweight. We will know more about it once the company officially launches this new operating system.
Based on the previous leak, the Xiaomi 13 Pro is expected to come with a Sony IMX989 primary camera sensor which the company has used for the Mi 12S Ultra. The Pro model could feature a 6.7-inch OLED 2K E6 curved display made by Samsung.
We will get to know the phone’s specifications and features for sure when the devices go official. While Xiaomi has not yet revealed the launch date for the Mi 13 lineup, we expect the phones to go official in late November or early December.
Apple has been launching a budget iPhone model in the form of iPhone SE and so far, the technology giant has launched three iterations of the device. Now, for the upcoming phone, which will be the iPhone SE 4, the company has a few major changes for the device.
If the latest report is to be believed, then the upcoming Apple iPhone SE 4 smartphone, which is expected to go official in Spring 2023, will be a flagship killer smartphone, and will be a threat to many Android smartphones.
Apple iPhone XR
The Apple iPhone SE models launched so far have managed to sell well but the devices have never been a flagship killer or best value-for-money offering, but that is about to change with the upcoming model, reveals a new report.
The phone will likely come with an updated design, at least for the SE series lineup. Based on the reports, the device will adopt a design similar to the iPhone XR. In that case, there’s a possibility that the tech giant may finally offer Face ID on the SE lineup instead of relying on the Touch ID.
As for the specifications, the device is likely to keep the 6.1-inch 720p LCD display of iPhone XR for the upcoming iPhone SE 4, which will be really disappointing for a 2024 smartphone when most phones nowadays come with Full HD 1080p display and a high refresh rate. The phone could be rated IP67 and be powered by a 3,000mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging and 7.5W wireless charging.
Internally, the device is expected to powered by the latest Apple A16 Bionic processor, which is powering the newly launched Apple iPhone 14 Pro series but could end up using the A15 SoC found on the iPhone 14 lineup. In the camera department, there could be a single 12-megapixel sensor on the back and a 7-megapixel selfie shooter up front.
Although Apple iPhone SE 4 is reported to go official sometime next year, the timeline doesn’t make sense going by Apple’s track record. While earlier reports pointed to 2024 as the launch for new iPhone SE model, the underwhelming sales of the iPhone 14 series could end up being a reason for the early launch of Apple iPhone SE 4. For now, we’ll just have to wait a bit longer to get more information.
Xiaomi has been in the tablet market for years, but this year is special because its sub-brand Redmi released its first tablet ever: the Redmi Pad. As you probably expected, it is an affordable tablet, but it provides high performance and a pretty good specs sheet. Xiaomi released a tablet in a similar price range the last year, and now, it is available at very interesting street prices. We are talking about the Xiaomi Pad 5. A lot of people are asking whether they should go for the new Redmi tablet because of its value for money or the older Xiaomi one from last year due to its interesting street prices. We will try to let you find out through this comparison between the specifications of the Redmi Pad and the Xiaomi Pad 5.
If you are looking for one of the most beautiful tablets, then your choice in this comparison is the Xiaomi Pad 5. It has a good build quality including an aluminum frame and it comes with a higher screen to body ratio, so the bezels around the display are narrower. The tablet is very thin: the thickness is just 6.9 mm, and it is not so heavy as it weighs just 511 grams. The camera module is not so invasive and it takes just a small portion on the upper left corner of the rear cover. The Redmi Pad has thicker bezels around the display, as well as a bigger camera module, but you should note that it is more compact than its internal rival because it has a smaller display. It is also lighter with a weight of just 465 grams.
Display
Unfortunately, affordable tablets do not provide the best displays out there and they are far from the quality provided by the phones. But these two devices still come with good panels on the front side. The best display of the duo belongs to the Xiaomi Pad 5. It is an IPS LCD panel with a diagonal of 11 inches, a Quad HD+ resolution of 1600 x 2560 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10 certification, and Dolby Vision. This display does not show the brilliant colors and the deep blacks provided by OLED panels, but it is able to show up to one billion colors. The Redmi Pad still comes with an IPS panel, but with a smaller 10.61-inch diagonal. It has a Full HD+ resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, a 90 Hz refresh rate, and it is able to show up to one billion colors. It is an inferior panel due to its lower resolution and refresh rate, and it does not have advanced video certifications. Both tablets feature four stereo speakers.
Specs & Software
The most powerful hardware belongs to the Xiaomi Pad 5. It is fueled by the Snapdragon 860 mobile platform by Qualcomm built with a 7 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture. The chipset is composed of a Kryo 485 Gold CPU running at a maximum frequency of 2.96 GHz, three Kryo 485 Gold CPUs with a 2.42 GHz frequency, four Kryo 485 Silver cores running at 1.78 GHz, and an Adreno 640 GPU. It is a high-end chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage (UFS 3.1). The Redmi Pad is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset running at 2.2 GHz and supported by up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of native storage (UFS 2.2). The Xiaomi is more powerful, but it runs Android 11 out of the box, while the Redmi Pad ships with Android 12.
Camera
Another important advantage of the Xiaomi Pad 5 is the presence of a better main camera. On the rear side, this tablet sports a 13 MP shooter: nothing compared to the phones, but a pretty good sensor for tablets, able to record videos with a 4K resolution. The Redmi Pad has an 8 MP rear camera.
Last but not least, the Xiaomi Pad 5 has a bigger battery, with a capacity of 8720 mAh. It also charges quicker thanks to 33W fast charging. The Redmi Pad has a smaller 8000 mAh battery with 18W charging.
Price
The starting price of the Redmi Pad roughly translates into €250/$250, while you need €350/$350 to purchase the Xiaomi Pad 5. Which one would you pick?
Hikvsion has released its double-sided wall-mounted retail machine in China. The new gadget is well-suited for use in restaurants, canteens, and similar places. It can operate in such places even when the power is off.
The new Hikvision wall-mounted retail machine runs on Android 11 and can be operated on dual screens. The secondary screen is an 8-inch high-definition touchscreen with a small keyboard. It provides a seamless interface for customers to interact with the canteen or restaurant and make payments for purchases. The Hikvision double-sided wall-mounted consumer machine is compatible with multiple payment methods including credit cards, Alipay, WeChat, digital RMB, and facial recognition.
The retail machine supports various modes of consumption, as well as ordering and taking meals. The device comes with a detachable battery which serves as backup power for the consumer machine. The duration of the backup support of the battery is however not disclosed by Hikvision. The battery allows the device to continue interacting with customers even during a power outage from the mains electricity supply.
The device is rated IP65 waterproof protection, as well as insect-proof and oil-proof. It is thus almost maintenance-free even in a restaurant or canteen environment.
The Hikvision Double-sided Wall-mounted Retail Machine was launched in China recently but pricing details are lacking. It is also unclear whether the gadget will be available subsequently in overseas markets. Hikvision will however expect a decent reception for the product in the Chinese market.
Chinese automaker Geely is set to unveil the cute Panda electric vehicle into the Chinese market. The Panda will debut under the Geometry brand name of Geely and its photos were released recently. The new EV has similar proportions as the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, already a bestseller in China. The photos of the Panda EV were released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
The new Geely Panda has a length of 120.6 inches and a width of 59.9 inches. Together with its 79.3 inches wheelbase, the Panda has a height of 79.3 inches. The traditional front grille is absent in the EV but it has a pair of circular headlights. The Panda has four-spoke wheels and is a two-door vehicle, like its competitor, the Mini EV. There is a dramatic E-pillar together with black side window surrounds. There are other noticeable features like a pair of square taillights, a third light at the rear windscreen, and a blacked-out section with a bumper at the rear.
There are indications that the Geely Panda is powered by a 30kW electric motor and will come with a Lithium-ion battery manufactured by Gotion Hi-Tech. There are lots of technical details of the Geely Panda that are lacking. Importantly, Geely has been silent on the top speed and range of the Panda but it is expected to square up with the Hongguang Mini EV. Pricing information and the release date of the Geely Panda are also unknown at this time.
Lenovo has provided another preview of its yet-to-be-released YOGA Paper E-ink tablet. The new release confirms some new details about the tablet that is expected to launch first in China. The Lenovo Preview of the YOGA Paper was via Weibo as it released a few pictures of the device. The images confirm the design setup and other features of the YOGA Paper.
Lenovo had previously teased the new E-ink tablet earlier this month, leaving fans salivating for more. The YOGA Paper comes with a 10.3-inch display with adjustable color temperature. The tablet supports a decent 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity. In addition, the YOGA Paper’s accompanying stylus pen works without being paired beforehand. It is thus compatible with the Wacom EMR standard. Lenovo has also included a space for storing the stylus when not in use inside the device’s case. There is also a cutout in the case for carrying the device.
Lenovo says that the YOGA Paper’s CNC-machined chassis is as thick as the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. The chassis is 5.5mm thick and it is unclear what is the weight of the device. There are still details about the E-ink tablet that are still lacking at this time.
Although it is expected to be released in China soon, there are no specifics yet. It is also unclear whether the product will be available outside China. We expect more details to trickle in for the YOGA Paper as expectations continue to rise.
Earlier this month, Samsung rolled out a stable One UI 5 update to the flagship Galaxy S20 series, but the affordable Galaxy S20 FE wasn’t part of the rollout. Now, the fan edition smartphone is finally receiving One UI 5 update based on Android 13. The update is currently seeding in Europe and Russia. Separately, the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is receiving One UI 4.1.1 based on the tablet-optimized Android 12L in India. Here are the details.
As reported by SamMobile, the One UI 5 update, for the Galaxy S20 FE is currently rolling out to users in Russia with firmware version G780FXXUAEVK3. It will likely reach other regions in a few days. As of writing this, the update is only available for the 4G Exynos variant of the device with model SM-G780F. Other variants should receive the software shortly.
We don’t have access to the changelog of the update but, just like One UI 5 releases for other Samsung flagship devices, the Galaxy S20 FE update should include all the new features introduced by Google in Android 13, a few Samsung-exclusive features, and Android security patches for November 2022.
Moving to the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, it is receiving the One UI 4.1.1 update based on the tablet-first OS Android 12L. The update is rolling out to users in India with firmware version P619XXU1AVJ2. This update does not include the November security patch, but rather the September patch. As of right now, the update is only available for the LTE-equipped model, while the Wi-Fi-only version will follow soon.
Android 12L comes with a redesigned multi-tasking experience with a taskbar and resizable windows. Two-finger swipe gestures will also be available to switch between multitasking view and full-screen mode.
Huawei MatePad 11 debuted back in 2021 with a 10.95-inch LCD, a 120Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 865 processor, and more. Initially, it came with 6GB RAM and up to 256GB storage, and now the company has launched the 8GB+256GB Wi-Fi version of the tablet in its home country. Let’s look at the details.
Huawei has launched the 8GB+256GB version of the MatePad 11 in China. It is currently listed on Jingdong with a price tag of 3399 yuan (about $474). For reference, the 6GB + 256GB WIFI version of Huawei MatePad 11 is priced at 3099 yuan ($432).
Huawei MatePad 11 Specifications
Huawei MatePad 11 comes with a 10.95-inch LCD display that offers a 2560 x 1600 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device comes with moderately sized bezels of equal thickness on all sides. There’s an 8MP camera on the front for selfies and video calls.
Under the hood, the tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 865 processor paired with 8GB/6GB of RAM. It comes in 64GB, 128GB, or 256GB storage variants. In addition, the tablet has a MicroSD card slot that allows users to add up to an extra 1TB of storage.
MatePad 11 sports a 13MP rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture accompanied by an LED flash. The tablet comes with four microphones as well as four Harman Kardon-tuned speakers. It works with the M-Pencil 2nd Generation and has an optional magnetic keyboard so you can use it as a laptop.
Other notable features of the tablet include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and OTG with reverse charging support. It is fueled by a 7250mAh battery with support for 22.5W fast charging. The tablet is offered in Island Blue, Dark Lime, and Frosted Silver colors.
The Xiaomi Mi A1 smartphone was unveiled in 2017 and is still enjoying top-grade software support with its Android 13 upgrade. The smartphone debuted with Android 7 back in 2017 but will now enjoy software support for Android 13.
Indeed, the MI A1 has enjoyed multiple ROM upgrades and has been kept alive by support from the custom ROM community. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset. It had run previously on the Android 10-based Lineage OS 17.1. Some of the available Android 13 ROMs available in XDA Forums include Spark OS, PixelPlusUI, PixelExperience, and ArrowOS.
The Spark OS is based on AOSP and offers a wider array of customization options and features. It comes with the Pixel launcher and dialer. The PixelPlusUI is inspired by different Android skins in the market and is well-optimized. It comes with up-to-date security patches for enhanced safety. The PixelExperience has Gapps included together with wallpapers, icons, fonts, as well as launch and boot animation. It is stable and is based on AOSP. The ArrowOS is another ROM based on AOSP but is available without Gapps.
It is noted that users of the Xiaomi MI A1 who migrate to the custom ROM, may lose the advanced features of the camera app, VoLTE, FM Radio, and some other features. However, there are a few choices open to users and some of these could be perfect options. There are a few other ways to also overcome the features lost due to migrating to a customized ROM. For example, you can use Open Camera or Google Camera.
If you are a person who travels a lot, you may be staying away from the comfort of your home. Especially if you enjoy big and quality screens, your smartphone may not be enough for you. Fortunately, Arzopa is solving this problem with its portable monitors. In addition, the Black Friday campaign offered by the company brings the portable monitor experience together with an affordable price. If you need a second screen to increase your work efficiency or if you are looking for a portable and cost-effective product, you can take a look at Arzopa’s Black Friday campaign.
Arzopa Black Friday campaign has started
Established in 2020, Arzopa is one of the world’s leading portable monitor brands. Operating in many countries, the company is driven by providing convenience to customers and bringing productivity. Arzopa’s cost-effective, high-quality products are as follows:
The G1 15.6 is undoubtedly one of Arzopa’s products that deserves its price the most. G1 Game provides the best gaming experience. Up to 144Hz screen fresh rate gives you the smoothest gaming feeling; it also has 1080P FHD resolution and 100% sRGB & 178° IPS screen. These features can help you maximize your performance in competitive and online games. You can click here to have this very light portable monitor to $149.99.
If what you need is a slightly more professional-looking and cost-effective monitor, the Arzopa S1 15.6 is the product for you. The FHD portbale display features 1920×1080 resolution at 60Hz and 300cd/m² brightness. You can use it as a second screen while traveling or in your office, increasing the work efficiency. Click here to get this monitor for $118.99 on Black Friday.
If you want a sharper image and an even smaller monitor, you can check out the Arzopa A1 2k 13.3. This product, especially appealing to MacBook users, draws attention with its small, lightweight and portable structure. Like other Arzopa products, the monitor, which has a wide usage area, works seamlessly with Windows PC, smartphone, PlayStation or Xbox. Click here to get the eligible Arzopa A1 2k 13.3 for $135.99 via Black Friday.
Vivo X90 Pro+ is confirmed to launch in China on November 2022 as the top-of-the-line model in the series. It is expected to debut as the world’s first smartphone equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. Ahead of its formal debut, a leaked poster, likely designed for the official web page, has revealed the X90 Pro+’s full camera and display specs. Here are the details.
The leaked poster reveals the upcoming Vivo X90 Pro+ will flaunt a Samsung E6 AMOLED display with LTPO 4.0 technology, PWM dimming, up to 1800 nits of brightness, and 517ppi pixel density (via Playfuldroid).
The handset will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It will also feature a Vivo V2 ISP chip that will enhance photos and videos in low-light environments. The handset will come with some impressive cameras. It will have a 1-inch Sony IMX989 50MP primary camera, a 50MP telephoto camera with a Sony IMX758 sensor, a 64MP periscope camera, and a 48MP Sony IMX598 ultrawide-angle unit.
There is a 23mm equivalent focal length for the main camera, a 50mm equivalent for the 2x telephoto, a 90mm equivalent for the periscope, and a 14mm equivalent for the ultra-wide.
Further, the poster suggests the X90 Pro+ will come with Hi-Fi audio and an improved under-display fingerprint scanner. The handset will support 80W wired fast charging, and 50W wireless support, and an IP68 rating. It will also have an 8900mm2 heat dissipation unit.
Although the specifications of the handset are all out, there is still no word on its price. In any case, we are bound to know it all tomorrow. We’ll keep you posted.
To make online engagement and e-commerce more real and less deceptive for customers, the Government of India initiated a campaign against bogus reviews and unverified ratings. The government has set up a system for businesses like Google, Facebook and Meta Platform, Amazon.com, travel websites, and food delivery applications that rely on customer evaluations to verify goods and services. Sales and interest from prospective customers are increased by favourable ratings.
But often, the brand displays fake reviews that are consistently positive about the goods and services, and this undoubtedly influences the user’s purchasing choice. Consumers and other industry professionals have criticised some businesses for suppressing bad reviews or accepting fake ratings, which makes the due diligence process for buyers challenging.
According to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, the Department of Consumer Affairs established a committee in June to create a framework for identifying fraudulent and misleading reviews in e-commerce. The founder of LocalCircles, a community platform and pollster that made the initial submission to the Department of Consumer Affairs and participated in the committee drafting the guidelines, Sachin Taparia, stated that the new rules for online reviews are “designed to drive increased transparency for both consumers and brands and promote information accuracy.”
According to Taparia, “the new regulations will force platforms like Google and Facebook to verify the genuine person behind the review by established 6-8 procedures, meaning fraudulent accounts created only for review authoring will eventually disappear or won’t be allowed to review. He further notes that if the standards are made mandatory, businesses may be held liable for unfair business practices, the suppression of bad reviews, or the facilitation of the planting of false reviews.
“This should not be bulldozed, please. We shall first observe that these rules are being followed voluntarily. And should the threat persist, we may make this a requirement “Reporters in New Delhi were warned by Rohit Kumar Singh, secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs. However, there are no proper information about the draft framework yet. We will update you if the law gets imposed officially.
Vivo is reportedly gearing up to introduce a new budget-friendly smartphone called Vivo Y02. A recent leak has already revealed the handset’s specifications and pricing. Now, a new report is here, which reiterates the specs of the smartphone and also shares its promotional image. Vivo Y02 is reportedly headed toward India and other global markets. Here are all the details.
Pricebaba, in collaboration with tipster Paras Guglani, has revealed the key specs as well as the design of the upcoming Vivo Y02. The publication has shared a promo image, which shows the device with a waterdrop notch display and a thick bottom bezel. It has a rectangular camera module that has another round module inside. The handset can be seen to feature a single camera and an LED flash.
Moving to the specifications, the report claims the Vivo Y02 will arrive with a 6.51-inch LCD panel that produces an HD+ resolution. The front features a 5-megapixel selfie camera. There’s an 8-megapixel rear camera for photography.
VivoY02 will be powered by the Helio P22 chipset and will come in a single storage configuration— 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. It will be fueled by a 5,000mAh battery, which is expected to support only 10W charging. On the software front, the handset will run on Android 12 (Go edition).
Guglani previously claimed that Vivo Y02 will be priced at Rs 8,499. Its predecessor also launched at the same price. The launch date of the device is yet to be known. Rumors suggest the handset may launch by the end of this month. We should be getting an official confirmation soon. Stick around for updates.
Qualcomm has finally announced its most powerful mobile chipset yet, the Snapdragon 8 Gen2. The chipset is expected to break many old benchmarks and set a new achievement for a mobile processor. Many brands after the official release, like OnePlus, had confirmed that they will be soon launching their smartphones with the newly announced chipset. Moto is one of them, the Moto X40 will soon land in the official market as one of the first flagships to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen2 chipset.
Anyway, the Lenovo Group General Manager for Mobile Division, Chen Jin, has shared the AnTuTu benchmark scores of the upcoming Moto X40 smartphone. The scores do give us an idea of the performance we can expect from both the device and the chipset. The Snapdragon 8 Gen2 will compete with the MediaTek Dimensity 9200 SoC. When we compared the AnTuTu benchmark scores of both chipsets, the former manages to score 1312901 in the test and the latter manages to score 1266101.
The test was run on the most latest edition of AnTuTu Benchmark, V.9.5.2. The results clearly show that the Snapdragon performs slightly better than the MediaTek. However, scores are not the only factor that can provide us with a comprehensive picture of the chipset’s performance. Because software optimization is important, various scores are visible on different devices, even while using the same chipset.
In any case, there aren’t any huge differences in the scores of the two chipsets. We should really wait for a thorough review of the devices once they hit the market. We hope that both will perform admirably and will not disappoint us. This time, the battle between MediaTek and Snapdragon will be a sight to behold. Let us see which chipset can dethrone the other.
The number of foldable phones continues to increase, and many companies, led by Samsung and Huawei, are developing their own flexible display phones. On the other hand, Honor has been developing its own foldable phone, Magic Vs for a while. According to Honor CEO Zhao Ming, this phone will host many firsts compared to its competitors and offer a better experience than a regular smartphone.
Honor Magic Vs will be launched on November 23 at 14:30
The Weibo post by Zhao Ming revealed a lot of information about Honor Magic Vs. The phone will challenge several industry records. The official poster shows that it uses zero-gear hinge technology and that “the transmission requires no gears and makes opening and closing feel silkier.” The device will also support modern technologies such as Honor Health Display.
Honor CEO Zhao Ming’s Twitter post
According to previous information, Honor Magic Vs adopts a fold-in scheme. The overall design is similar to the previous generation, with three vertically arranged rear cameras and a support stylus. All remaining features will be revealed on November 23 at 14:30 (2:30 PM).
According to various leaks from @数码问话站, Honor Magic Vs supports Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ processor, internal 2030mAh+2870mAh dual cell combination and 66W fast charging. The blogger explained that the new machine has “upgraded a new hinge solution, and the body structure has also been optimized and downsized to achieve a thinner and lighter feel.”
Magic Vs will not be the only phone that the company will introduce on November 23. It has been officially confirmed that the Honor 80 series will also debut on this date. Reports have revealed that the Honor 80 series will comprise three devices. However, it looks like the foldable model will be the star of the show
OPPO is getting ready to debut its Reno 9 smartphone lineup in mainland China. The series will reportedly include three smartphones: the OPPO Reno 9, the OPPO Reno 9 Pro, and the OPPO Reno 9 Pro+ 5G. The top-end model of the series, the Reno 9 Pro+ 5G, has now received Bluetooth SIG certification ahead of its official launch. The Bluetooth SIG certification of a future OPPO smartphone with model number PGW110 implies that the handset is none other than the OPPO Reno 9 Pro+ 5G.
The same smartphone with the model number PGW110 was previously spotted on the Geekbench certification. The Geekbench listing of the device confirms that it will be powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset coupled with 16GB of RAM. As for the Bluetooth SIG certification, it only confirms that the device will rely on Bluetooth V5.2 for its wireless connectivity. Apart from this, the website doesn’t confirm anything regarding the upcoming device.
The official launch of the device is not really too far, and almost everything regarding the device has been already leaked online. The device will reportedly flaunt a 6.7-inches OLED display with support for up to 120Hz fast refresh rate and FullHD+ pixel resolution. It has been further reported that it will utilize a curved display. Further, the device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset, which is based on TSMC’s 4nm fabrication node. It will have up to 16GB of RAM and will boot up on Android 13 right out of the box.
As for the optics, it will have a triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 primary camera coupled with an 8-megapixels secondary ultrawide and a 2-megapixels tertiary camera. On the front, we may get a 32-megapixel front selfie snapper housed inside the punch hole cutout. The device will pack a 4700mAh battery with support for 80W SuperVOOC fast-wired charging.
Anyway, going back to the main headline, known tipster Digital Chat Station on the Chinese microblogging platform Weibo has confirmed that the upcoming OnePlus 11 will feature a complete ceramic build with a metal frame. It will be the first flagship offering by the brand to offer this level of premium build. Further, he says that the device will offer the support for latest USB 4.0 storage. The USB 4.0 is twice as fast as the USB 3.1, with claimed read and write speeds at up to 4200MB/s and 2800MB/s respectively.
Furthermore, tipster Max Jambor reports that these features will be unavailable on the standard OnePlus 11. According to him, the OnePlus 11 Pro will have a superior ceramic body, and the USB 4.0 storage type will be shared by both the OnePlus 11 and 11 Pro smartphones. So, this is how the unreleased OnePlus 11 flagship smartphones will differentiate between Pro and non-Pro varieties.
Going through the previous leaks, the OnePlus 11 is said to offer a 6.7-inches AMOLED panel with QuadHD+ pixel resolution and up to 120Hz fast refresh rate support. The device is said to offer up to 16GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard internal storage. It will feature a triple rear camera with a 50-megapixel primary lens, a 48-megapixels secondary ultrawide and a 32-megapixels 2X telephoto lens. On the front, it will have a 32-megapixels selfie snapper. The integration of Hasselblad will be present in the camera department.
The FIFA World Cup 2022 has officially begun in Qatar. The game has been riddled with controversies, owing mostly to the Qatar Government’s handling of the event. Anyway, Google, for example, generally releases a mini-doodle or other in-homepage games whenever an international gaming tournament goes live. This time, the company is allowing hooligans to score goals against one another in multiplayer battles with a sweet new mini-game.
Activating and playing this mini-game is as easy as searching for something on Google. The feature has gone live for both the Android and iOS platforms. The VP of Engineering at Google has officially confirmed this on his Twitter handle. In order to play and activate the mini-game, one must search for “World Cup” and then hit the soccer ball at the bottom. So, this is how you can activate the mini-game using Google.
This is an excellent method to increase fan interaction ahead of soccer’s biggest event, and it appears that millions of people have already tried out the game. There are mini-games for every World Cup match, allowing fans from either team to shoot golden goals and increase their team’s count into the millions digitally. Talking about the game, it is technically a single-player game having an MMO element. However, the brand has earlier created some actual multiplayer games like the Petanque, which has 1v1 player, and a 4v4 Halloween based multiplayer.
FIFA, the world soccer governing body, was in damage control mode earlier this month, requesting participating nations to desist from criticising the host nation for their dismal human rights record, and to “now focus on the football.” Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter has also stated that selecting Qatar to host the World Cup was a mistake.
Chinese tech giant Lenovo has unveiled a new product under the Xiaoxin brand. The product is dubbed Xiaoxin 5-in-1 multi-function docking station D1 designed for laptops. A USB docking station transforms your laptop into a desktop powerhouse, connecting it to displays, LAN, the internet, printers, and other devices. The display connections are routed to the back of the laptop docking station, resulting in a cleaner desk surface with a greater working area.
The Lenovo Xiaoxin 5-in-1 Multi-function Docking Station D1 is equipped with five ports of which three of them are USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. There is also a 100W Power Delivery (PD) Type-C port and a 4K 30Hz HDMI port. The docking station also has a new interface status indicator which shows the ports that are occupied through light indicators.
As can be seen from the poster, the docking station is available in two color options – silver and gray colors. It features a minimalist design with a rectangular shape. The design also includes rounded edges on one end and a curved and flat edge on the opposite end.
The company is yet to announce the pricing and availability details of the device but we expect it to hit the shelves in China pretty soon. Until that happens, we’ll have no idea of the pricing.
Portronics has expanded its range of smartwatches in India. The homegrown brand has announced the Kronos X4. It is a budget offering and packs decent specifications and features. The smartwatch competes against the likes of the Realme Watch 3, Noise ColorFit Pro 4, boAt Wave Ultima, and more under the sub-Rs 3,500 price bracket in the market. Read on to know what the wearable device offers out of the box.
The Portronics Kronos X4 features a square dial with a 1.85-inch display bearing an HD resolution. It offers more than 100 customisable and dynamic watch faces. The device sports a metal chassis, has a physical button on the right side and it is IP68-certified water-resistant.
In terms of fitness, the Portronics Kronos X4 is equipped with a heart rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, sleep tracker, and breathing sessions. It comes with support for tracking multiple sports modes including cycling, yoga, football, badminton, swimming, running, and more.
On the convenience front, the Portronics Kronos X4 features a built-in HD microphone and a speaker that enable users to make phone calls directly from the smartwatch. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Other features include camera and music control, a notifications display, weather updates, and more. The Portronics Kronos X4 is backed by a 260mAh battery unit.
The Portronics Kronos X4 is priced at Rs 2,999 and offered in Black, Blue, and Grey colours. The smartwatch can be purchased from the brand’s official website, Amazon, Flipkart, as well as, offline stores across the country.
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