Bowers & Wilkins has just launched a new special edition headphone that celebrates the 60th anniversary of James Bond. The new device is the “bespoke PX8 007 Edition” B&W headphones, which carry a unique design that is inspired by the famous British spy.
Notably, the new Bowers & Wilkins PX8 007 edition headphones features a design that celebrates the Midnight Blue tuxedo worn by James Bond in 1962’s Dr. No. In other words, it is a direct homage to the beginning of the iconic character based on Ian Fleming’s spy novels. Interestingly, the collaboration between the popular film series and Bowers & Wilkins arrives as B&W just became the partner of the James Bond franchise.
While the collaboration might seem odd, music has been an iconic part of the franchise itself. You can still clearly hum the original and legendary theme song of James Bond that was created by Monty Norman. So, it is not surprising that the series partners with an audio based company that has been a known brand in the high end premium audio products segment that ranges from the luxury speakers, HiFi and Home Cinema, and even hearable devices as well.
The new PX8 007 Edition is basically the B&W PX8 wireless headphones but with a unique new design. It now features a Midnight Blue finish inspired by the dinner jacket worn by Bond in his first ever screen appearance (played by Sean Connery). The new PX8 007 model will be available on the 007Store.com and the official Bowers & Wilkins website as well and will go on sale on 19th October 2022. Being a premium special edition product it carries a hefty price tag of 799 US Dollars.
Samsung‘s upcoming Galaxy S23 series has been the subject of many leaks recently. An image showing the hard cases of the three models in the series has been leaked by TechGoing. The Galaxy S23 lineup consists of the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. It follows the same trajectory as the Galaxy S22 series, but there are even more similarities.
Previous leaks and rumors around the Galaxy S23 series pointed to a close semblance with the Galaxy S22 lineup. The hard cases of the Galaxy S23 series are similar but the vanilla model has a smaller case while the Ultra sports the largest case. There are two additional cutouts for the Galaxy S23 Ultra to take care of a fourth camera and a laser autofocus unit.
The Galaxy S23 series have also gotten the 3C certification in China fuelling suggestions that it could be released soon. It is also speculated that the S23 lineup could arrive earlier than the S22. A Korean platform had reported that the Galaxy S23 series could be released during the holiday festivities in December. Unlike the S22, the Galaxy S23 series will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The Galaxy S23 Ultra will also come with a monster 200MP camera and will be Samsung’s first phone with a such camera.
There is no official confirmation yet from Samsung on the release of the Galaxy S23 series. Pricing details leaks are also lacking for the Galaxy S23.
Xiaomi has unveiled the MIJIA multi-function flashlight, which has a range of 240 meters. The MIJIA multi-function flashlight has a brightness of 1000 lumens with three levels of brightness – low, medium, and high. The lamp head of the new MIJIA flashlight also supports telescopic focusing.
The MIJIA multi-function flashlight has a built-in seatbelt cutter and pop-up window breaker. It can also turn on the emergency light with the press of a button and the side lights can be used in a variety of situations. The device is handy in emergencies, as the flashlight can be used to cut through a seatbelt or break a window. The flashlight has a rotating slide rail and wide-angle rotation adjustment. It supports magnetic fixation and is well-suited to absorb metal surfaces and brackets.
The Xiaomi MIJIA multi-function flashlight comes with a 3100mAh lithium battery that can last for 90 hours. It has a two-color power indicator that gives an idea of the remaining power. The flashlight can be recharged via its USB-C port. Xiaomi is silent on how long it takes to fully recharge the battery.
The Xiaomi MIJIA multi-function flashlight is available for 169 yuan (~$23) via crowdfunding. The original retail price of the flashlight is 199 yuan (~$28) and it will be shipping from October 27. The flashlight was unveiled on October 19 and has already raised over 150,000 yuan (~$20,750). There are no indications yet whether the product will find its way to other markets.
Earlier this week, we reported that OnePlus is likely to launch the OnePlus 11 Pro as the OnePlus 11. This means that we can expect top-of-the-line specs from the next-gen vanilla model. Whereas it is uncertain what the company has planned for the Pro model. Bolstering this leak further, popular Weibo tipster DCS has shared some new information about the OnePlus 11.
According to the post shared by the tipster, the engineering sample of the OnePlus 11 has the model number “PHB110”. This device features a 6.7-inch curved screen LTPO display with 3216×1440p resolution, a punch hole for the camera in the upper left corner, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. He also added that the middle frame of the device is made of metal and it will feature a three-stage alert slider.
The device will house the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and will draw power from a 2500mAh dual-cell battery, making up a total 5,000mAh battery capacity. The device will offer support for 100W fast charging. As for optics, the device will feature a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 32-megapixel telephoto snapper.
This leak reveals almost all the key features of the upcoming excluding the refresh rate of the display and the front camera resolution. We can expect the refresh rate of the device to cap out at 120Hz, and as for the front camera, it would be a surprise if the company opts for a different sensor than the Sony IMX 615 that’s currently on the OnePlus 10 Pro.
Earlier reports have stated that the OnePlus 11 is expected to arrive with 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of internal storage. As for the operating system, it will likely be OxygenOS 13 based on Android 12.
itel has just announced two new products to boost its smartwatch portfolio in the Indian market. The two models include the itel Smartwatch 2 and the Smartwatch 1GS, which are two budget friendly wearable devices. So let’s have a look.
Smartwatch 1GS
Talking about the Smartwatch 1GS model first, it features an aluminum alloy frame and has a stylish metallic texture around its circular 1.32 inch IPS LCD screen. It also packs an infrared SpO2 blood oxygen sensor and can even monitor sleep and map your heart rate 24*7. The device is powered by a 250mAh battery pack, which allows it to last for 5 hours when making Bluetooth calls. This model also comes with a stopwatch, built in games, remote camera, and comes in a black color option.
Meanwhile, the itel Smartwatch 2 features a built in local music player that has a 128MB storage capacity. This lets users store around 40 of their favorite songs to have an uninterrupted listening experience. Notably, it also has dual connection which lets the smartwatch pair with a smartphone as well as a TWS earbuds at the same time. The device offers built games like Thunder Battleship, Young Bird, and 2048. This model comes in a sole black variant as well.
Smartwatch 2
Both models feature Bluetooth 5.1 and IP68 water resistance and were made for semi urban and rural consumers in mind. The two smartwatches even housea mic and speaker that lets users pick up and make calls directly from the wearable, when paired with a smartphone. The itel Smartwatch 1GS is available for purchase for a price tag of just 2,999 INR (roughly 36 US Dollars) while the Smartwatch 2 model will be sold for 2,499 INR (roughly 30 US Dollars).
After launching the VX2405-P-MHD gaming monitor in India earlier this month, ViewSonic has now launched a new gaming monitor in the global market called the ViewSonic Elite XG341C-2K.
It is a 34-inch VA monitor with a 1500R curvature and an ultra-wide resolution of 3,440 x 1,440 pixels. The monitor has a 21:9 aspect ratio and can go up to 200 Hz refresh rate with 1 ms response times (MPRT).
The highlight feature of this monitor is the Mini LED backlights, of which there are 1,152 local dimming zones. This qualifies the monitor for VESA DisplayHDR 1400 certification, which is proof of 1,400 nits of peak luminance when viewing HDR content, or a still impressive 720 nits in SDR content.
Other than that, the monitor ships with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro to avoid image tearing at high frame rates and offers 97% of the DCI-P3 color space, and 99% NTSC color space coverage.
ViewSonic has provided two HDMI 2.1 ports on the Elite XG341C-2K along with a display port and a USB Type-C port. Other than that, there is also a USB Type-A hub that supports the USB 3.2 standard. It has 5W built-in stereo speakers and a height-adjustable stand comes included in the packaging.
Currently, the ViewSonic Elite XG341C-2K has been made available for Eurozone customers with a €2,309 price tag including VAT. You can find out more about the monitor by visiting the company’s website.
Apple recently launched the latest iPhone lineup in the form of the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro series. This time, the company has also introduced the iPhone 14 Plus model as a replacement for the Mini model. But it appears that things aren’t going as planned for the Cupertino-based technology giant.
According to the latest report, Apple has cut down the production capacity of the iPhone 14 Plus model because of weak sales. The phone is basically the iPhone 14 with a bigger screen and a bit higher price tag.
Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 14 Plus
As per the report from The Information, Apple has instructed its manufacturers in China to immediately halt production of a component for the phone. It further adds that two other suppliers that assemble modules from that component have also significantly cut production.
It appears that customers are leaning more towards the iPhone 14 Pro as the pricing is just $100 more than the 14 Plus model but comes with several new features, including upgraded internals. The demand for the standard iPhone 14 isn’t as per the company’s expectations as Apple dropped the plan to boost production last month.
Some reports indicate that the iPhone 14 Pro series has strong demand from customers. It remains to be seen how the economic conditions in several countries affect the company’s sales. Despite the weak demand for the iPhone 14 Plus, it is being reported that the company still plans to launch the iPhone 15 Plus model next year.
1MORE has launched a new pair of TWS earphones in the market called the 1MORE Aero. The brand has announced that these are their first TWS to come with spatial audio technology which provides a “3D”, “cinematic” and “immersive” experience on the Aeros.
For those unaware, spatial audio brings theater-like sound from the movie or video you’re watching, so that sound seems like it’s coming from all around you. The spatial audio tech on the Aero is coupled with “head-tracking technology” necessary to help the user “venture into immersion” with these TWS earbuds.
Other than that, the earbuds pack the brand’s QuietMax ANC technology which provides up to 42dB of active noise cancellation. It has a total of six mics running a DNN algorithm to provide clear audio input during calls.
To ensure the best sound output, the Aero TWS earbuds have been tuned by four-time grammy award-winning sound engineer Luca Bignardi. However, the tuning isn’t hard-locked and can be customized according to the user’s preferences via an EQ app.
The earbuds feature a traditional AirPod-like design with a sharply tapered stem. They are available in two color options – Black and White and offer wireless charging support. The Aero TWS earbuds are priced at US$109.99; however, 1MORE has revealed that a US$20 discount is available by entering the code AERO20 on the website’s checkout page. Pre-orders for the earbuds are currently open, and the device will start shipping on October 22, 2022. A 10W charging pad worth US$29.99 IS included as a pre-order freebie.
Honor recently unveiled the Honor X40 GT smartphone featuring the Snapdragon 888 chip in China. Now, the brand has quietly a low-priced 5G phone called the Honor Play 40 Plus. Read on know the specifications, features, and price of the device.
Honor Play 40 Plus specifications and features
The Honor Play 40 Plus has a 6.74-inch IPS LCD display with a teardrop notch. The screen has an aspect ratio of 20:9 and a refresh rate of 90Hz. It has an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
The device features the Dimensity 700 chipset and a 6,000mAh battery. According to Honor, once it is fully charged, it can offer up to 23 hours of video playback time. The handset carries support for 22.5W fast charging.
Honor Play 40 Plus
The Play 40 Plus ships with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of built-in storage. The device comes preloaded with Android 12 OS, which is overlaid with Magic UI 6.1.
On the front, it has a 5-megapixel selfie camera. Its back panel has a 50-megapixel primary snapper and a 2-megapixel auxiliary camera. Some of the other features of the device include a side-facing fingerprint scanner, 5G support, Bluetooth 5.1, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Lastly, the device sports a slim profile of 8.27mm and weighs around 196 grams.
Honor Play 40 Plus price and availability
The Honor Play 40 Plus with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage costs 1,199 Yuan (~$165). The 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage editions of the device are priced at 1,399 Yuan (~$193) and 1,599 Yuan (~$221), respectively. The handset is now up for pre-sale in China. The device will go on sale on Oct. 28. Buyers can get the device in four colors: black, silver, blue, and purple.
Today, Redmi took to its Weibo handle to confirm that the Redmi Note 12 series will be unveiled this month (October) in China. The company confirmed that the Note 12 will be equipped with the world’s first two new technologies without sharing details on it.
It seems that the Redmi Note 12 series will have the world’s first smartphone powered by the Dimensity 1080 chipset. In addition, it is likely to carry support for up to 210W fast charging. It could be slightly faster than the iQOO 10 Pro’s 200W fast charging technology.
It seems that Redmi will confirm the launch date as well as the key features of the Redmi Note 12 series in the next few days. Rumors are rife that the upcoming Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ will arrive with support for 67W, 120W, and 210W charging. The lineup may also include a fourth model called the Redmi Note 12 Pro Ultra. Unfortunately, nothing is known about this device.
The October-end arrival of the Redmi Note 12 series is a good hint that the brand is aiming to take advantage of the upcoming Double 11 (November 11) shopping festival in China. This day is also known as Singles’ Day in the country. As far as the global launch is concerned, the Note 12 family may land in markets outside China in Q1 2023.
Rumors are rife that Apple may launch its next iPhone SE model in 2023. The rumor mill has been gradually spilling information about the device. Rumors surrounding it have claimed that, unlike predecessor models that featured a 4.7-inch screen, the fourth-generation iPhone SE will have a bigger 6.1-inch display. It seems that it might come true as newly leaked renders of the iPhone SE 4 reveal a renewed design.
iPhone SE 4 renders by FrontPageTech
Popular tipster Jon Prosser has published the renders of the iPhone SE 4. These aren’t the official renders, but they are images of the device based on what has been said about it in the rumors.
The iPhone SE 2 and SE 3 have sported a design similar to the iPhone 8. The renders of the iPhone SE 4 show that it will look like the iPhone XR, which was announced back in 2018.
iPhone SE 4 renders by FrontPageTech
The iPhone SE 4 will not have thick bezels at the top and bottom like its predecessor models. Since it has a notched display with slim bezels, it does not feature a Home button. In the previous models, the Home button was embedded with a fingerprint scanner. Rumours are rife that the iPhone SE 4 could be Apple’s first handset with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. Speculations are rife that the iPhone SE 4 will sport a bigger 6.1-inch display.
iPhone SE 4 renders by FrontPageTech
The leak has no information on the internals of the iPhone SE 4. In all likelihood, it may feature the Apple A15 or A16 Bionic chipset. On the back, it has a single camera with an LED flash. The bottom edge of the device has a pair of what appear to be speaker grilles with a Lightning port in between.
The left edge of the iPhone SE 4 features a mute switch and volume buttons. Its right spine has a power button and a SIM slot. It is likely to arrive in black, white, and red.
In August, Google announced the Android 13 OS, and now the company has unveiled the Android 13 (Go edition) for entry-level Android phones. Google has focused on three things, like reliability, usability, and customization, in order to improve the performance of Android 13 (Go edition).
Android 13 Go edition
The Android 13 (Go edition) is meant for Android devices with 2 GB of RAM. It brings Material You design for the first time on Go edition devices. While setting a wallpaper on a device running on Android 13 (Go edition), users will see four color schemes. However, it does not offer the animations that are available on the full edition of Android 13 OS.
The latest Go edition features the Google Discover feature. Users can simply swipe right on the homescreen to view a curated list of articles and other content.
Google Play System Updates are built into the new version of Android Go. This makes it possible to get important software updates (not Android OS upgrades) quickly, without having to wait for the device manufacturer to release them. According to Google, it will not take up storage space on the device.
Android 13 Go edition customization
Aside from these features, Android 13 (Go edition) comes with other important Android 13 features like the ability to allow notifications, choose the language of apps, and more.
The Android 13 (Go edition) is made for devices with 16 GB or less of storage and less than 2 GB of RAM. Phones running on Android 13 (Go edition) will be released in 2023. Google claims that there are now over 250 million monthly active Android Go devices.
Motorola recently unveiled the Motorola Razr 2022 in China, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. The device is expected to be released in global markets in the next few days. While we await the global launch of the Razr 22, a new leak has surfaced to reveal that Motorola will be launching two Razr models in 2023.
According to Evan Blass, the Lenovo-owned brand’s upcoming Razr models that are set to launch in 2023 have “Juno” and “Venus” codenames. For the unversed, the Razr 22, which will be heading to the global markets soon, has the “Maven” codename.
Moto Razr 22
The Juno model may feature the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip and a 144Hz refresh rate display. It will be a follow-up device to the Razr 22. At present, there is no information available on the specifications of the Motorola Venus.
Motorola is expected to launch the Edge 40 and Edge 40 Pro flagship phones in 2023. These devices are reportedly codenamed Bronco and Canyon. The alleged Edge 40 is expected to come with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip or the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, a Full HD+ display, 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, and a 50-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera unit.
The Edge 40 Pro is likely to arrive with a 165Hz display and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. It will feature a 60-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 12 megapixel (telephoto) triple camera unit. A recent report claimed that the brand is also gearing up to launch a “ThinkPhone” branded smartphone, which may offer specs similar to the Edge 40 Pro.
ZTE has quietly introduced the ZTE Axon 40 SE smartphone in Mexico. On the front, the device features a punch-hole display with slim bezels. The rear shell of the device has two camera rings. The first one houses the primary camera, whereas the second one features two auxiliary cameras and an LED flash. It is fitted with a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The handset offers key features, such as an AMOLED display, a Unisoc chip, and 50-megapixel triple rear cameras. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Axon 40 SE.
ZTE Axon 40 SE specifications and features
ZTE Axon 40 SE
The Axon 40 SE houses a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that produces a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. According to ZTE, the device has a 93.8 percent screen space. The device comes preinstalled with the Android 12 OS.
The Unisoc T618 chip is at the heart of the device. It is coupled with 4 GB of RAM and 2 GB of virtual RAM. The device offers 128 GB of internal storage. It houses a 4,500mAh battery that supports 22.5W fast charging.
The Axon 40 SE has an 8-megapixel camera on the front. Its back panel has a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture, a 5-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth assist sensor.
ZTE Axon 40 SE
Apart from the fingerprint scanner, the Axon 40 SE offers face unlock security. It comes with connectivity features like dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The handset measures 163.5 x 75.8 x 7.8mm and weighs around 182 grams.
ZTE Axon 40 SE price and availability
The Axon 40 SE is priced at MXN 5,999. It comes in blue and black colors. It is unclear which other markets will receive the Axon 40 SE.
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is definitely one of the most advanced flagship killers of the second half of 2022. Its price is not the most affordable, but it is not even the most expensive. Despite that, this is a phone with an outstanding camera and the best Qualcomm chipset out there, as well as one of the fastest charging technologies in the whole market. Is it enough to make it the best flagship out there in terms of value for money? We think there is no better way to understand it than comparing it to the most impressive flagship killers released by other brands. Here is a comparison between the main specifications of the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Motorola Edge 30 Pro. The Edge 30 Pro is currently one of the most affordable flagship killers with top-tier hardware you can buy in the global market, that is the reason why it is the perfect rival of the new Xiaomi flagship. Here you will learn which one suits your needs the most.
Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Motorola Edge 30 Pro
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Motorola Edge 30 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
163.1 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm, 205 g
163.1 x 76 x 8.8 mm, 196 g
DISPLAY
6.67 inches, 1220 x 2712 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
4800 mAh, Fast Charging 68W and fast wireless charging 15W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
5G, dual SIM
5G, dual SIM
Design
Despite being high-end phones, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Motorola Edge 30 Pro do not come with the most beautiful designs, but they are not ugly phones. These phones are built with glass backs and they sport very high screen to body ratios, thanks to narrow bezels around the displays. The Motorola Edge 30 Pro looks to have a more minimalistic look, with a camera module sporting the same color as the rest of the rear cover. These are not thin and lightweight phones because they pack above-average batteries, and they are not compact phones as well. An important added value of the Xiaomi 12T Pro is the presence of the IP53 certification making it dust resistant and splashproof, but the Motorola Edge 30 Pro has a water repellent design, so it offers some protection against water allowing you to use it under the rain. For the rest, follow your tastes and choose which one is the best for you consequently.
Display
The displays of these two phones belong to the same range, but on paper, it looks like the Xiaomi 12T Pro has a more advanced panel. It is an AMOLED display with a diagonal of 6.67 inches able to show up to 68 billion colors with a Full HD+ resolution of 1220 x 2712 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10 certification, Dolby Vision support, and a peak brightness of 900 nits. It also comes with an in-display fingerprint reader and stereo speakers. The Motorola Edge 30 Pro has an OLED display able to show up to one billion colors with a diagonal of 6.7 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 144 Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ certification. The phone has stereo speakers and, despite its panel being an OLED, the biometric sensor is not in-display but it has a side-mounted fingerprint reader.
Specs & Software
If your goal is to get the most advanced hardware department, then you should opt for the Xiaomi 12T Pro. It is powered by a more powerful processor: the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. It is currently the best processor by Qualcomm, built with a 4 nm production process and with an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X2 CPU running at a max frequency of 3.19 GHz, three Cortex A710 CPUs running at 2.75 GHz, four Cortex A510 CPUs running at 2 GHz, and an Adreno 730 GPU. Alongside the chipset, there are up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The Motorola Edge 30 Pro is fueled by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 built with a 4 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X2 core running at 3 GHz, three Cortex A710 cores running at 2.5 GHz, four Cortex A510 cores running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 730 GPU. It is paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of UFS 3.1 native storage. Both phones run Android 12 out of the box, but with different user interfaces on top.
Camera
If you love to shoot normal photos and you are looking for the best main camera, choose the Xiaomi 12T Pro because it is one of the world’s first phones with a 200 MP shooter, including OIS support. But if you want better ultrawide shots, then you should go for the Motorola Edge 30 Pro because it comes with a 50 MP main camera and another 50 MP camera for ultrawide photos. Further, the Edge 30 Pro has a better front camera with a 60 MP resolution.
The Xiaomi 12T Pro packs a bigger battery and it guarantees longer battery life in several scenarios. It even charges quicker but, unlike the Motorola Edge 30 Pro, it lacks wireless charging.
Price
The Motorola Edge 30 Pro is available for less than €700/$700 globally, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro starts from €900/$900. Which one would you pick?
5G services were finally launched in India on October 1 during the 6th edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC), 2022. Soon after, smartphone manufacturers started rolling out 5G-ready updates to their respective devices. Start-up brand Nothing is not behind in this race. Its phone (1) already supports Airtel 5G, and now the company is reportedly releasing an OTA (over-the-air) update, enabling Jio True 5G support on the device. Here are the details.
According to MySmartPrice, Nothing has started rolling out an update for its only 5G smartphone—Phone (1)— which will enable Jio True 5G support. Several users have also shared on Twitter that they received the update. The report says that “the update is out for only 10% of users at the moment,” and it should reach everyone by Diwali (October 24).
However, this update will be useful for only those users who live in cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Varanasi. Jio has yet to roll out its 5G network widely. To get this update on your Nothing Phone (1), you can head to Settings> System> System update and check for new updates.
To recall, Nothing Phone (1) was launched back in July with a rather interesting design and LED lights on the back. It sports a 6.55-inch OLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. For photography, the smartphone features a 50-megapixel dual camera setup, while the front flaunts a 16-megapixel selfie snapper. It packs a 4,500mAh battery and supports 33W fast charging and wireless charging.
HBO recently concluded the first season of “House of Dragons,” and we are still an eternity away from the next season. However, you can keep a taste of the Game of Thrones prequel series with the new show-inspired OPPO Reno 8 Pro smartphone.
OPPO today unveiled the Reno8 Pro 5G House of the Dragon Limited Edition Set, which comes with a special “House Targaryen” phone cover, a phone holder shaped like a dragon, and a golden dragon-like SIM ejector tool. In addition, the company has included a key chain featuring a three-headed dragon in the box.
Moreover, the set also comes with two collectible items. First is a small dragon egg and the other is a handwritten proclamation by King Viserys I Targaryen himself.
It is important to note that the smartphone itself is not carrying any changes in terms of design and appearance. Also, it comes with the same specifications as the standard OPPO Reno 8 Pro. The company is yet to announce the price and sale date of the device. It will be available for purchase through Flipkart, and its pre-orders will begin soon.
OPPO Reno 8 Pro specifications
OPPO Reno 8 Pro has a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max processor, paired with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. On the software front, it runs on Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1 skin on the top.
As far as the cameras are concerned, the OPPO Reno 8 Pro has triple rear cameras, including a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro unit. There is a 32MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
The Reno 8 Pro packs a 4,500mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging. It is equipped with an in-display fingerprint reader for security, and the features it supports include 5G, Bluetooth, and GPS.
iQOO unveiled the iQOO 10 Pro earlier this year in two color options— black and white. Now, the Chinese company has announced it will be launching a special Isle of Man edition of the smartphone in China tomorrow, October 20. The difference between the standard models and the new edition will likely be cosmetic only, and it will probably share the same specifications as the other two color versions.
iQOO confirmed through a Weibo post that it will be bringing the iQOO 10 Pro Isle of Man Special Edition to China on October 20. The new handset will be launched with 16GB RAM + 256GB storage. The company also shared an image of the smartphone, which reveals its design and appearance.
The image reveals that the special edition device will be greenish in color. It will come with a dual-tone design, with the top portion around the camera module having a kevlar-like design and the bottom having a leathery finish.
iQOO 10 Pro Specifications
The iQoo 10 Pro comes with an E5 LTPO display that offers a 2K (1,440×3,200 pixels) resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support. Under the hood, the handset is powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage. On the software front, it runs on Android 12 with an OriginOS Ocean skin on top.
For photography, the smartphone features a triple rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 14.6-megapixel portrait unit. While on the front, it sports a 16-megapixel selfie camera.
iQOO 10 Pro packs a 4,700mAh dual-cell battery that supports absolutely bonkers 200W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging. The device comes with an ultrasonic 3D wide-area fingerprint sensor and also supports Bluetooth v5.3 connectivity.
Realme 10 Pro+ 5G and Realme 10 are expected to launch soon in India. A recent leak revealed the configurations and color variants of both smartphones for the Indian market. In a recent tweet, tipster Paras Guglani gave away the most important details about the phone.
Citing Russian retailer listings as the source, the tipster claimed that the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G will come equipped with an AMOLED panel that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. It will be powered by the Dimensity 1080 chipset and 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM.
The device will come equipped with an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel main camera. It will carry support for 67W fast charging. For heat dissipation, it will come equipped with a liquid cooling system.
The CQC certification of the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G revealed that it will arrive with a 5,000mAh battery. It is speculated to arrive in three configurations, such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It will come in shades like Hyperspace, Dark Matter, and Nebula Blue.
Shown above is a poster (via) that is now doing the rounds on social media platforms. While it showcases the design of the Realme 10 and the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G, its authenticity could not be confirmed. The poster also mentions the key specifications of both smartphones.
Guglani claimed that the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G would debut globally by early November. It will arrive in India by mid or late November. The Realme 10 is expected to launch simultaneously in global markets and in India. It is expected to arrive with key specifications, such as a 120Hz LCD display, Helio G99, 64-megapixel triple rear cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. It will be available in two configurations: 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It is likely to arrive in Clash White and Rush Black hues.
Lava, a smartphone manufacturer based in India, has announced the release of a 5G update for its flagship smartphone, called AGNI 5G. The update will allow the smartphone to use all 5G networks, including Airtel 5G Plus and Jio True5G.
The Indian OEM said its “in-house manufacturing and development capabilities” allowed it to become one of the first Indian smartphone makers to enable 5G. Lava manufactures and assembles its mobile handsets in Noida at its own facility.
The company is expected to roll out the update in a phased manner and it could take some time to reach all the users. Further, the update will initially be useful for only those who are residing in cities that support 5G connectivity. As of now, Airtel’s 5G services are available only in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Siliguri, Nagpur, Varanasi, and Hyderabad. Whereas, Jio is currently testing its 5G services in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Varanasi.
“It has always been our aim to provide frequent software updates to our users to enhance the overall experience. “Our teams have speedily implemented the FOTA update for the flagship AGNI 5G smartphone after the government announced the roll-out of 5G services earlier this month,” said Tejinder Singh, Product Head, Lava International, on the rollout of the update.
To recall, Lava Agni 5G, the company’s first and only 5G smartphone, comes powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It packs a 6.78-inch FHD+ display offering a 90Hz refresh rate. On the software front, the phone runs clean Android 11 OS. The handset features a quad camera setup on the rear consisting of a 64-megapixel primary camera. While on the front, there is a 16-megapixel selfie camera. It is backed up by a 5000mAh battery and supports 30W fast charging.
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