Tecno Spark 9 Pro Sport Edition launched in partnership with BMW’s Designworks

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Oct 17, 2022

Samsung is expected to soon launch its next-generation of flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S23 series. This lineup is expected to break cover in January or February 2023 and will likely consist of the Galaxy S22, the S22+, and the S22 Ultra.

Out of the three, the vanilla Galaxy S23 is expected to be the compact offering in the lineup. This device has now appeared on Geekbench, revealing some of its specs as well as its CPU performance. So, let’s take a look at the listing.

According to the listing, the Samsung Galaxy S23 will have an SM-S911U model number. This model is likely the US variant of the device. The device has a motherboard codenamed Kalama, and an SoC which features a prime core clocked at 3.36GHz, four cores clocked at 2.80GHz, and three efficiency cores clocked at 2.02GHz. The chipset also has the Adreno 740 GPU onboard, making it pretty clear that this is the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip.

Paired with the SoC is 8GB of RAM and Android 13. We can expect the 8GB RAM model to come with 128GB storage, while a 12GB RAM model will likely feature 256GB storage. Moving on to the benchmark results, the Galaxy S23 scores 1524 points on the single-core test and 4597 points on the multi-core test of Geekbench 5. Going by these results, it appears that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip will not be offering any major improvements in CPU performance over the existing Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip.

Other specifications about the phone have also leaked. According to sources, the Galaxy S23 series would be available in Beige, Black, Green, and Light Pink colors. The S23 will have a 6.1-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. It will have three cameras, including a 50MP primary camera. A 12MP ultrawide camera and a 10MP telephoto camera will also be included. The phone will have a 12MP front camera for selfies. The device will mostly be the same as the existing Galaxy S22, but it could come with a bigger battery compared to the 3,700mAh battery on the S22.

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DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro 5-in-1 grooming kit launched in India

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Oct 17, 2022

DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro has launched in India today. It is a 5-in-1 kit that offers a complete grooming experience. This is the fourth grooming device from the Realme TechLife brand after the Trimmer Kit, Trimmer Plus, and Hair Dryer. The DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro competes against similar grooming kits from brands like Xiaomi, Realme, Philips, and others in the market. Read on to know what the latest offering offers out of the box.

The DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro is a grooming kit for all needs. It comes with multiple heads for hair, beard, nose, ears, and body. The device has a matte finish and an ergonomic design that makes it easy to hold. There is an LED display that shows a battery indicator. The grooming kit also comes with IPX5 certification meaning that it is fully washable. It has an easy-to-remove head and comes with a bundled lubricant and brush.

The DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro comes with five types of heads i.e. nose/ear trimmer, trimmer, shaver, 10mm-20mm comb, and a 0.5mm-20mm comb. It offers 40-length option settings and 0.5mm precision. The device is equipped with grade 420 stainless steel blades that are said to be 50 percent sharper. It is 15 percent quieter and there is optimal temperature control for a comfortable grooming experience. The device comes with travel lock and auto-off feature for accidental switch-on protection.

The DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro is powered by a 1,800mAh battery unit which is claimed to deliver a runtime of 280 minutes and a usage time of up to 3.5 months on a single charge. There is a USB-C port for charging that is claimed to offer 15 minutes of usage with only 5 minutes of charging.

The DIZO Trimmer Kit Pro carries a price tag of Rs 1,799 but can be purchased at an introductory price tag of Rs 1,499. It will go on sale starting October 20th from Flipkart.

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Samsung Galaxy M54 to feature Snapdragon 888, full spec sheet & renders revealed

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Oct 17, 2022

Samsung’s M series is known as a value-for-money lineup that brings together impressive specs with affordable price tags. The highest-tier model in the current gen M-series is the Galaxy M53 which launched in April 2022.

Now, the company is planning on launching the successor to the Galaxy M53, called the Samsung Galaxy M54. Vietnam is YouTuber “The Pixel”, who has previously leaked various Samsung, OPPO, and Xiaomi devices has shared the full spec sheet of the upcoming Galaxy M54. Let’s take a look at these specs.

Samsung Galaxy M54 specs

According to a report, The Galaxy M54 will include a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The selfie camera will have a single punch-hole cutout in the center of the display.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor will be the engine for the smartphone. This was Qualcomm’s top-tier SoC in 2020 before switching to the Gen naming convention. Although this is an older chipset, it will be the most powerful chipset featured in an M-series smartphone to date.

The phone will have three cameras on its back. A 64MP main lens, an 8MP wide-angle lens, and a 5MP macro lens are included. It has a single 32MP sensor inside the punch-hole cutout for selfies. The Galaxy M52 and Galaxy M51 both have comparable camera configurations. The likelihood is high that Samsung will utilize the same lenses in the Galaxy M54.

Other than that, the device will be available in at least an 8GB + 128GB configuration. The tipster also speculates that some regions might get a 256GB storage option. It will draw power from a 6,000mAh battery and offer 25W fast charging support.

Coming to the pricing, the tipster says that the Galaxy M54 will be priced at around 10,000,000 VND (10 Million VND) in Vietnam. With today’s exchange rates, this roughly translates to about 34,000 INR or 410–420 EUR. The source also claims that the phone will debut in Vietnam around the end of 2022 or early 2023.

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boAt Wave Ultima Max with 1.9-inch display, 15 day battery life launched in India

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Oct 17, 2022

boAt Wave Ultima Max smartwatch has launched in India. It is the latest wearable device from the homegrown brand. The key highlight of the latest offering is that it features a large display and wireless charging support. The smartwatch also carries an aggressive price tag. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

The boAt Wave Ultima Max sports a square dial with a 1.9-inch display bearing an HD resolution of 248 x 283 pixels. It offers 286 PPI pixel density and more than 100 customisable watch faces. The smartwatch features a metal unibody and there is a physical button on the right side. It is IP68-certified dust and water-resistant.

On the fitness front, the boAt Wave Ultima Max is equipped with a heart rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, sleep monitor, and activity tracker. It comes with support for 25 sports including outdoor run, indoor run, outdoor walk, indoor walk, hiking, outdoor cycling, indoor cycling, basketball, yoga, rowing, elliptical, cricket, strength training, free workout, and more.

The boAt Wave Ultima Max is claimed to deliver 15 days of battery life in normal usage and 5 days with heavy use. It comes with support for wireless charging with a bundled dock. The smartwatch offers convenient features like notifications, weather updates, music and camera controls, find my phone, and more.

The boAt Wave Ultima Max is priced at Rs 2,499 and available in Olive Green and Pitch Black colours. It can be purchased from Amazon and the brand’s official website.

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Samsung Display believes that Micro LED is better for AR over OLED

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Oct 17, 2022

Samsung Display has revealed its predictions for the AR device’s display technology. The company believes that the micro LED display technology is the choice for AR (augmented reality), which is much better than OLED.

For those unaware, micro LED is a relatively newer display technology, which Kim Min-woo, head of Samsung Display’s group, believes is the future for AR devices. He stated that “To realize augmented reality (AR), a high-brightness display is necessary.” Thus, the senior official said that this display technology is the most suitable for AR devices.

Samsung Display is currently working on making OLED that will be used for virtual reality based devices’ displays. Although, Kim further added that the implementation of AR, VR, or even mixed reality devices are not the same. He said that “Unlike VR, which is disconnected from reality (external environment), AR must have high luminance, light weight, and small panel size because it has to implement images outdoors.”

AR devices also have to be used outdoors while overlaying the virtual world on top of the real world. However, since OLEDs have lower luminance than LEDs, micro LEDs bring advantages over OLEDs, with their high brightness, higher resolution, longer lifespan, and even form factor as well. Kim stated that “A pixel density of 5000 PPI or higher is required for AR display. should be reduced to 3 μm or less.”

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Stuffcool 10,000mAh power bank with 15W wireless and 22.5W wired charging launched in India

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Oct 17, 2022

Stuffcool has launched a new wireless power bank in India. The homegrown brand has expanded its range of wireless power banks with the latest offering. The latest model is dubbed PB9036W 15W. Alongside wireless, the device also supports wired charging. Let’s take a look at the accessory device below.

The Stuffcool PB9036W 15W power bank has a compact and slim design. It is lightweight and easy to carry. There is an LED indicator to notify battery percentage while charging and discharging. The device is also BIS certified and it comes with a 5-layer intelligent safety system.

The Stuffcool PB9036W 15W wireless power bank is equipped with a 10,000mAh battery unit. It is capable of charging compatible devices wirelessly at up to 15W. TWS earphones like Samsung Galaxy Buds and AirPods Pro can be charged at 5W whereas iPhone models support 7.5W charging speed. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold and Flip support 10W charging whereas the flagship Galaxy S lineup maxes out at 15W speed.

The Stuffcool PB9036W 15W wireless power bank has three ports. The Type-C connector can deliver 20W PD power as well as 22W PPS power. The Type-A connection offers fast charging at 22.5W. Lastly, there is a micro input port that supports 18W charging.

The Stuffcool PB9036W 15W wireless power bank is priced at Rs 2,990. It has six months manufacturing warranty and can be purchased from the brand’s official website and all leading retail stores across the country.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series may retain Galaxy S22 design language: Leak

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Oct 17, 2022

With the Samsung Galaxy S23 series launch edging closer, new reports and rumors have been surfacing regarding the upcoming flagship smartphones. Now, the latest leak reveals some interesting details regarding the design of the new devices.

Known tipster Ice Universe has just shared new images of protective covers for the Gaaxy S23 series. In the images, we can clearly see cases for the base Galaxy S23, the Galaxy S23 Plus, and even the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Based on recent CAD render leaks, the first two models appear to have no camera bumps this time around, while a raised design can be seen on the Galaxy S23 Ultra model.

The case leak isn’t surprising considering accessory makers typically making products before a device is even officially announced since they need to release the case alongside the new smartphones being launched. Looking at the images, it is clear that the Galaxy S23 series features a uniform design language that is nearly identical to its predecessors. This is more evident with the S23 Ultra that has that same camera setup as S22 Ultra.

While the rear design might appear similar to the previous gen, it isn’t an indicator regarding the actual specifications of the cameras. So, we might seen upgrades across the board with the S23 series. As per previous reports, the Galaxy S23 Ultra s believed to be the South Korean tech giant’s first handset that features a 200 megapixel camera sensor on the rear. So stick around for more, as we will be providing update regarding this matter.

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Redmi A1+ goes on sale in India – Check price, offers & specs

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Oct 17, 2022

A few days ago, Redmi launched the Redmi A1+, which is the ungraded version of the Redmi A1. Specifically, it comes with the addition of a fingerprint scanner over the A1. The device is now available to purchase in India. So, let’s take a look at the pricing, launch offers, and specs of the device.

Redmi A1+ price & offers

The Redmi A1+ has a starting price of Rs 6,999 for the 2GB + 32GB option. The smartphone is also available in a 3GB + 32GB option and costs Rs 7,999. Readers should keep in mind that this is the introductory price, which is Rs 500 less than the normal price. The promotional pricing is valid until October 31.

The device can be purchased from Flipkart, Mi Store, and Mi Homes.

Redmi A1+ Specifications and Features

The Redmi A1+ offers a 6.52-inch LCD display with an HD+ resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, 60Hz refresh rate, and waterdrop notch. The device has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner for security. Notably, the rear panel has a leather texture finish to give it a more luxurious feel.

Under the hood, the smartphone has a MediaTek Helio A22 SoC paired with up to 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which can be further expanded via a microSD card slot. For optics, the has an 8-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel depth sensor on the rear, while the front houses a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The smartphone also has a sizable 5,000mAh battery pack that can handle 10W charging. lastly, the Redmi A1+ runs Android 12 OS (Go Edition) out of the box.

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Honor Play 40 Plus Leaks in Live Images Ahead of Launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 17, 2022

A few days back, key specs of the upcoming Honor Play 40 Plus leaked. Today, the device leaks in live images.

The pictures reveal that the smartphone will look like any other recent Honor and Huawei phones with two giant circles for cameras. Also, we get to see the handset in four colors.

According to the images shared by Whylab on Weibo, the Honor Play 40 Plus will have two big circles housing the rear cameras. However, unlike the Honor Play 30 Plus, circles on the 40 Plus will be part of the rear panel and the LED flash will be placed outside the circles.

Further, the device will sport a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. It will be available in four colors, such as black, blue, silver, and purple. The latter two options will be gradient, while the former two will be solid.

Talking about specifications, the smartphone will flaunt a 6.72-inch HD+ display (LCD) with a 90Hz refresh rate and a dewdrop notch. It will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC.

The phone will arrive with a 50MP + 2MP dual-camera system on the back and a 5MP front-facing camera. It will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 22.5W fast wired charging.

The handset is said to come in two memory configurations (8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB). It is rumored to go on sale starting October 28 in China.

Google Pixel 7 series faces issues with Pixel Stand dock support

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Oct 17, 2022

Soon after the Google Pixel 6 series launch, reports had flooded the internet regarding a number of bugs and issues that the smartphone lineup faced. But with the Pixel 7 series launch, it appeared that the company had a more stable release this year. However, it appears that the new phones aren’t completely immune to bugs.

Apparently, the Pixel 7 series have been facing issues with its support for the Pixel Stand dock. A Reddit user who owns the Pixel 7 Pro took to the online platform to share the issues with the Pixel Stand that his flagship smartphone suffered from. He stated that “When putting my phone on it, it begins the setup process, but when it gets to the part where I can pick my Home control devices, the app crashes and returns to the home screen. Every so often I then get a prompt to set up the stand, I go through the process of setting it up, only to be prompted again 10 minutes later or so. On top of this, the phone is not charging.”

Notably, he claimed that his Pixel 6 Pro faced no such issues with the second gen Pixel Stand, and even performing a factory reset did not help the bug plaguing the Pixel 7 Pro. This user is not alone as other Pixel 7 series owners have come forward to share their experience with the Pixel Stand online. Another user alleged that his Pixel 7 device turned black while on the dock, while another claimed that he couldn’t unlock his phone once he took it off the stand.

Apparently, this issue was more common with more than one user complaining about the under display fingerprint sensor becoming unavailable on their phones after being taken off the dock. As of right now, there is no fix to this issue but we can expect Google to release a software update to address the bug.

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Realme Tipped to Launch Phones With Dimensity 1080, SD8+ Gen 1 Chips

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 17, 2022

Just like any other smartphone brand, Realme is also expected to release new models in the coming months. As per recent reports, the company is gearing up to introduce the Realme 10 series. The brand is also anticipated to debut other phones.

A reliable leaker has now revealed the chipsets of two of these upcoming handsets. Let’s take a look at what he has to say.

Earlier today, Digital Station disclosed on Weibo that Realme will launch a mid-range and an upper mid-range smartphone in China very soon. These devices will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chips, respectively.

The aforementioned phones will be priced competitively. They will offer a high refresh rate display, a huge battery, and fast charging support.

Unfortunately, he does not reveal the names of these smartphones. Additionally, for some reason, he has deleted this post.

Going by rumors, the handset with Dimensity 1080 could be the recently leaked Realme 10 Pro+. In China, it may release under the Realme Q series.

On the other hand, the device with Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 could be the rumored Realme GT Neo 4 featuring a 1.5K display with high-frequency PWM.

What are your expectations of these forthcoming Realme phones? Do let us know in the comment section below.

OnePlus to launch new Pro flagship phone model as OnePlus 11: Report

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Oct 17, 2022

With the year nearing its end, there have been numerous leaks regarding smartphone brands’ upcoming flagship smartphones that typically launch around the year end or at the start of the new year. Now, the latest leak reveals interesting details regarding the OnePlus 11 Pro, which might just be the base 11 model.

Earlier this year, the Chinese smartphone maker had launched the OnePlus 10 Pro as its first flagship model, with no base model to ever be released. However, a new report suggests that the brand will launch the OnePlus 11 this year. But this model will feature top notch specs and features that would’ve typically been found on a Pro variant, or possibly the OnePlus 11 Pro. The news arrives from known tipster Max Jambor who stated on Twitter that “The upcoming OnePlus Pro model is called OnePlus 11.”

In other words, the base 11 model will likely be the company’s true flagship model for at least the first half of next year. So similar to last year, one of the models will be missing, but this year it’s the OnePlus 11 Pro variant. As of right now, the new premium grade handset is expected to be unveiled sometime around the same launch period as the 10 Pro model in 2022. So we can expect a January 2023 launch.

The upcoming OnePlus Pro model is called OnePlus 11.

— Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) October 17, 2022

Apart from this, there is also a possibility that the OnePlus 11 might be the first flagship for 2023 that features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Following this release, the second half might see the 11 Pro launch with the refreshed Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset. Keep in mind that this is still just speculation so take this report with a pinch of salt for now and stay tuned for more updates.

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POCO C50 Google Play Supported Devices listing suggests its a rebranded Redmi A1+

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Oct 17, 2022

Earlier this year, POCO debuted the POCO C40 smartphone in the global market. The brand skipped launching this device in the Indian market. Now, the POCO C50 has been spotted on Google Play Supported Devices List with an Indian model number.

According to the listing, the POCO C50 has the model number 220733SPI and is codenamed snow. This is the model which will come to India. Interestingly, the codename suggests that this device will be a rebrand of the Redmi A1+ which launched a few days ago in India. Let’s take a look at the Redmi A1+ specifications to get an idea of what to expect from the Redmi A1+.

The Redmi A1+ has a 6.52-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch and a peak brightness of 400nits. The back of the device features a leather texture design which we have seen on the POCO C40 as well.

The gadget is powered by a MediaTek Helio A22 processor with an IMG PowerVR GPU. The device comes pre-installed with Android 12 Go Edition.

The Redmi A1+ has a 5000mAh battery and supports 10W charging. It has an 8MP back camera as well as a depth sensor. It sports a 5MP front-facing camera for selfies. The phone has a fingerprint scanner on the back. In addition, the Redmi A1+ has a dedicated micro-SD card slot and a 3.5mm audio port.

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Huawei Hi Nova 10 series to launch in China on October 20

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Oct 17, 2022

Earlier this month, we had reported on a leak that claimed that Huawei is planning on launching a new smartphone series in China later this month. Now, an official announcement has confirmed that the Hi Nova 10 lineup will be launching on 20th October 2022.

As per official notes, the new devices from the Hi Nova 10 series include the base Hi Nova 10 and the Hi Nova 10 Pro variant. For those unaware, the Chinese tech giant had launched the Nova 10 and Nova 10 Pro earlier this year. However, due to the ongoing sanctions and restrictions, both handsets will be 4G only models. But now, the company is releasing the Hi Nova 10 series as the 5G enabled upgraded models. The Hi Nova 10 and Hi Nova 10 Pro will support 5G networking and are expected to have similar features as the Nova 10 lineup.

Based on earlier leaks, both models will support 5G, but the base model will come with 66W fast charging. On the other hand, the Pro variant will reportedly feature an impressive 100W fast charging support. Furthermore, the sale for the Hi Nova 10 will begin around 29th October 2022. The Nova 10 Pro model sports a 6.78 inch OLED display that has a 120Hz refresh rate and 2652 x 1200px resolution.

The front will also house a 60 megapixel front facing camera, while the entire Nova 10 series is equipped with the 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 SoC. Since the Hi Nova 10 series is capable of 5G networking, it is unclear which processor will power the Hi Nova 10 and Hi Nova 10 Pro models. But stick around for more updates since we will be covering the launch event.

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Moto E22s with Helio G37 SoC, 90Hz display launched in India

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Oct 17, 2022

Motorola has launched a new E-series smartphone in India today. It is the budget Moto E22s. The latest offering packs identical specifications (apart from the rear camera) as the Moto E32 that was announced earlier this month. Read on to know what the smartphone offers out of the box.

Beginning with the display, the Moto E22s features a 6.5-inch screen bearing an HD+ resolution, a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout, and a thick chin at the bottom. It offers a 90Hz refresh rate. The device has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button and an IP52 water-repellent design.

The Moto E22s has two camera rings on the back housing a 16MP primary sensor paired with a 2MP depth lens and an LED flash unit. There is an 8MP front-facing selfie snapper. The device packs a host of camera-related features and modes.

Internally, the Moto E22s houses a MediaTek Helio G37 processor. It packs 4GB RAM and 64GB native storage expandable via a microSD card slot. The smartphone draws its power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 10W fast charging. Connectivity options on the device include WiFi, Bluetooth, 4G LTE, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The Moto E22s costs Rs 8,999 and is available in Arctic Blue and Eco Black colours. It will be available for purchase from Flipkart and retail stores starting October 22nd.

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Lenovo ThinkPhone may launch as a rebranded Motorola “Bronco”

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