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Xiaomi Smart Camera 2 AI Enhanced Edition Launched in China for 369 yuan ($52)

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Sean
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Earlier today (27th September 2022), Xiaomi had just launched a new smart home product in the Chinese market. The device in question is the new Smart Camera 2 AI Enhanced Edition, so let’s have a look.

Xiaomi

The New Smart Camera 2 AI Enhanced Edition houses a 4 megapixel camera that is capable of capture videos at 2560×1440px, which is basically 2.5K resolution. The high resolution aims to offer clear video recordings to help in better home security. This device is even capable of infrared night vision as well. Furthermore, underneath the camera, the smart home product also houses a built in speakers that equipped with a PU+PEI diaphragm that claim to offer loud audio output despite its compact design.

Notably, the new device supports one touch calling feature and two way voice thanks to its dual call function. This works when someone makes a call from the Smart Camera 2 AI Enhanced Edition to the app on the partner smartphone. Thus, it can even take voice mails that one can listen to later. Under the hood, the new camera device is equipped with a 2.4TOPS AI computing power chip and MIJIA custom chip MJA1.

Xiaomi

The Xiaomi Smart Camera 2 AI Enhanced Edition also supports gesture recognition, pet recognition, human shape detection, face recognition, and various other functions as well. The Chinese tech giant launched the new camera on its official website in China for 399 Yuan. Although, the device has a pre order price tag of just 369 Yuan, with shipping set to start from October 2.

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Samsung Axis Bank Credit Card launched in India with 10% cashback on Samsung product purchases

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Sudhanshu
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Samsung has partnered with Axis Bank to launch a new line of credit cards in India. Axis Bank, which is India’s third largest private sector bank, will use the Visa network and branding for this new credit card. Samsung has introduced two credit cards as part of its partnership: Visa Signature and Visa Infinite.

Samsung credit card

With these cards, users can get up to Rs 20,000 cashback annually across multiple platforms and earn Edge Reward Points on spending made outside of the Samsung Ecosystem. Let’s check out the details.

Samsung Axis Bank Visa Signature & Visa Infinite details

Samsung Axis Bank credit card

With the Samsung Visa Signature, cardholders can receive up to 10% cashback annually, up to Rs 10,000, and monthly, up to Rs 2,500. The Visa Infinite card, on the other hand, allows customers to receive 10% cashback up to Rs 20,000 yearly and Rs 5,000 each month. There is no minimum transaction amount required here, so even if you only spend Rs. 100, you will still receive 10% cashback. This 10% cashback is in addition to existing Samsung promotions and is available year-round on all Samsung goods and services.

Samsung Axis Bank credit card

Additionally, on purchases made outside of the Samsung Ecosystem, cardholders will also receive Edge Reward Points. Companies including BigBasket, Myntra, Tata 1mg, Urban Company, and Zomato have teamed up with Samsung and Axis Bank to offer rewards for spending on the respective platforms. In addition, the Samsung Axis Bank Credit Card enables free access to airport lounges, a waiver of fuel surcharges, dining offers, and access to a variety of deals from Axis Bank and Visa.

Customers will receive 10% cash back when they buy Samsung services like Service Center payments, Samsung Care+ mobile protection plans, and extended warranties, as well as products including phones, tablets, laptops, televisions, refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, and more. Other than that, card holders will also get no-cost EMI offers on their purchases from Samsung. The cashback will be applicable across all authorized offline channels selling Samsung products as well as online on Samsung.com, Samsung Shop App, Flipkart, and authorized Samsung Service Centers.

How to apply & fees

The annual cost of the Infinite variant is Rs 5,000 + GTS, whereas the cost of the Signature variation is Rs 500 + GST. Once they receive their card, cardholders can also take advantage of the one-time perks mentioned below.

  • Signature cardholders will get 2500 points worth Rs 500 on completing the first 3 transactions.
  • Infinite variant cardholders will get 30000 points worth Rs 6000 on completing the first 3 transactions.

Applications for these credit cards will open soon. Interested readers can opt-in to get notified when applications open by visiting the Samsung website.

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Huawei Mate 50 Pro flagship smartphone goes official in Europe; pricing starts at €1,299

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Jeet
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Huawei launched its flagship smartphone named Huawei Mate 50 Pro in the Chinese market last week, and now the company has confirmed the launch of this smartphone in the International market, starting with Europe.

The Huawei Mate 50 Pro is priced at €1,299 for the Silver and Black color options, while the more eye-catching Orange color model with Vegan Leather back will cost €1,399. As of now, the company has not revealed the list of countries in the European market where the phone will be available for purchase.

Huawei Mate 50 Pro

There are a few differences between the Chinese model and the global model. Firstly, unlike the Chinese model, the global model doesn’t come with support for the Satellite Connection feature. The other difference is in terms of software, which runs the EMUI 13 based on open source Android, while in China, the phone runs HarmonyOS 3.0.

The Huawei Mate 50 Pro features a 6.74-inch OLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate, over a billion colors, and a screen resolution of 2616 x 1212 pixels. There’s a notch on top of the screen that has a 3D depth-sensing facial unlocking system.

Under the hood, the device comes powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, coupled with 8GB of RAM. The company is offering two internal storage options to choose from — 256GB and 512GB.

Huawei Mate 50 Pro

In the camera department, there’s a 50-megapixel primary RYYB sensor, and the company calls it an “Ultra Aperture Camera” that comes with optical image stabilization and the ability to manually change the aperture. There’s also a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera which also works as a macro camera. It also comes with a telephoto periscope zoom camera with 3.5x optical zoom and up to 100x hybrid zoom.

The Huawei Mate 50 Pro smartphone, which is rated IP68 for water and dust resistance, is powered by a 4,700mAh battery and comes with support for 66W SuperCharge fast charging and 50W wireless charging.

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Honor Magic 5 series display specs, features LTPO panels with PWM Dimming

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Sean
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Earlier this year, Honor had announced its Magic 4 series of flagship smartphones in its home market of China. And with the year nearing its end, the next generation of Magic 5 series smartphones are also expected to launch sometime in the first quarter of next year.

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Now, a new leak from known tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed some of the key details regarding the display on these upcoming premium smartphones from Honor. Ahead of their launch, the tipster leaked display specs of both the Magic 5 and Magic 5 Pro. The former sports a 6.78 inch display while the latter has a 6.81 inch display. Apparently, the display on both models will also be a curved panel as well.

The larger panel will also have a higher resolution than its smaller sibling as well. Notably, the tipster claims that the Magic 5 series will also arrive with support for LTPO technology and even high frequency PWM Dimming as well. Based on his previous report, the Honor Magic 5 series will be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Furthermore, it is rumored to feature a 13 megapixel selfie camera and a ToF 3D sensor of the Huawei Mate 50 series on the rear along with a 50 megapixel primary camera.

Keep in mind that this is still just an unconfirmed report so take this news with a pinch of salt for now. The new smartphones’ launch is still a while away so stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding the Magic 5 series.

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Apple iPhone 15 Ultra to reportedly feature two front-facing cameras, USB-C port, and more

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Jeet
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Apple is rumored to be working on a new iPhone 15 Ultra model that will be launched next year and replace the Pro Max model. Although the phone’s release will take place after a year, leaks about the phone have started surfacing online.

It is being reported that the Apple iPhone 15 Ultra will come with two front-facing cameras and will be to only device in the lineup to feature two front cameras. The Pro model will feature only one front-facing camera sensor.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro
Apple iPhone 14 Pro

As of now, there’s no information available about the second front-facing camera sensor and how it will function. It could be for the stereoscopic video capture, or just for different optical zoom levels.

The report also adds that the iPhone 15 Ultra will start at 256GB of internal storage, unlike the Pro model which will start at 128GB internal storage. The company is expected to adopt the USB-C port on next year’s iPhone models.

Further, the report also claims that the iPhone 15 Ultra will come with a design but it is not yet clear if the new design will be for the entire lineup. Recently, it was said that all the iPhone 15 series models will have Dynamic Island.

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Xiaomi Civi 2 Launched: Dual 32MP Selfie Cameras, Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, & More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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After teasing for the past few days, Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi Civi 2 in China. The latest lifestyle smartphone from the company arrives with a new design and a spec bump.

It is the first Android phone to have a pill-shaped cutout for the selfie cameras at the top center of the display. Hence, its front looks somewhat similar to that of Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Let’s take a look at what all this handset has to offer.

Xiaomi Civi 2

 

Xiaomi Civi 2 Design

The Xiaomi Civi 2’s design goes in line with that of the Xiaomi 12 series and the Redmi K50 series. In other words, it features a rectangular island on the rear housing the cameras and an LED flashlight in a triangular fashion separated by lines.

However, its front is unique as it sports a pill-shaped selfie camera cutout at the top center of the display. Like its predecessor, it also flaunts a thin and light form factor.

The Civi 2 measures 7.23mm in thickness and weighs 171.8g. It arrives in three standard colors, such as black, pink, and blue. Additionally, it also comes in a special Hello Kitty Edition sporting white paint job and customized patterns.

 

Xiaomi Civi 2 Specifications

The Xiaomi Civi 2 is built around a 6.55-inch curved OLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), 120Hz refresh rate, and 10-bit color depth. The screen supports 800 nits peak brightness level, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and 1920Hz PWM dimming. 

The Corning Gorilla Glass 5-protected panel has a fingerprint sensor underneath it at the bottom and a pill-shaped cutout at the top. It covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and can play HDR content (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+).

The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset paired with LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, and a stainless VC liquid cooling system. It boots MIUI 13 based on Android 12.

It has a triple camera setup on the rear comprising an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor, a 20MP Sony IMX376K ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP GalaxyCore GC02M1 macro snapper.

The main highlight of the smartphone is its front camera system. It has dual 32MP sensors inside the pill. The main sensor supports autofocus, while the secondary sensor is fitted with a 100° ultra-wide lens.

These two front cameras are accompanied by quad LED flashlights, which can operate at multiple color temperatures. Xiaomi has also baked in many camera features in the software to make use of the hardware.

Connectivity options on the handset include dual-SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC, and USB Type-C. It also comes with other features, like Dolby Atmos-supported dual stereo speakers, linear vibration motor, infrared sensor, 4,500mAh battery, and 67W fast-wired charging support.

 

Xiaomi Civi 2 Price and Availability

The Xiaomi Civi 2 will retail at the following price tags in China starting at 3 PM CST today.

  • 8GB + 128GB – ¥2,399 ($335)
  • 8GB + 256GB – ¥2,499 ($349)
  • 12GB + 256GB – ¥2,799 ($391)

Though Xiaomi is yet to confirm, reports suggest that the Civi 2 will be released outside mainland China, unlike the original Civi and Civi 1S.

The handset may launch as Xiaomi 12 Lite NE in international markets.

 

 

 

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Google Pixel 7 spec leak reveals no major changes compared to last generation

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Sudhanshu
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Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 7 series smartphones on October 6th. A recent leak revealed that the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will be sold at the same prices as their Pixel 6 series counterparts. However, looking at the leaks and rumors so far, the Pixel 6 and the Pixel 7 will have a lot more in common other than the price point.

First off, the new Tensor G2 chip on the Pixel 7 will have an updated GPU, NPU, modem, and other hardware. However, the CPU will remain the same.

Tipster Yogesh Brar has posted a spec sheet of the Pixel 7, which states that the Pixel 7 will have a 6.3-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. That is a tenth of an inch smaller than the Pixel 6 display, but otherwise, it is identical.

The rear camera setup will use the same 5OMP Samsung GN1 sensor and the 12MP Sony IMX381 ultra-wide sensor. The selfie camera is said to feature a new 11MP Samsung 3J1 sensor (up from 8MP), which will have autofocus. Even the ‘visor’ design of the camera island will remain the same.

The Pixel 7’s battery is anticipated to have a capacity of around 4,700mAh, which isn’t too far off from the Pixel 6’s battery’s official rating of 4,614mAh. The fast charging is rated at 30W. However, considering the early claims of the Pixel 6 & 6 Pro having 30W fast charging, which later turned out to be 21-23W, we will advise readers to take this info with a pinch of salt.

The memory and storage options will also remain the same as last year (8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage), and the device will boot Android 13 out of the box. All specs considered, the Pixel 7 doesn’t appear to be much different from the last generation on the hardware front. So, we will likely have to wait and see if the software experience and optimization are any better.

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OnePlus Nord Watch official specs revealed via microsite

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Sudhanshu
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OnePlus recently teased its upcoming smartwatch, called the OnePlus Nord Watch. The smartwatch is rumored to debut by the end of the month. Now, the official microsite of the wearable has gone live ahead of the launch. So, let’s take a look at all of the revelations.

OnePlus Nord Watch Teaser

According to the microsite, the Nord Watch will sport a 1.78-inch AMOLED panel that supports a 60Hz refresh rate, 326PPI, 500nits peak brightness, and 368×448 resolution.

OnePlus Nord Watch
OnePlus Nord Watch renders by 91mobiles

The OnePlus Nord Watch comes with over 100 online-customizable watch faces. This Nord Watch supports Bluetooth 5.2 and can be controlled via the N Health app for Android and iOS.

Adding to these features, the Nord Watch will offer 105 different 105 fitness modes. Health tracking options will include SPO2, heart rate, and stress monitoring – and the yet-to-be-revealed feature is likely women’s health tracking. We can also expect sleep quality monitoring to tag along as well.

Lastly, the microsite confirms that the wearable will come with a battery capable of up to 10 days of battery life and up to 30 days of standby time. Other than that, rumors have suggested that the smartwatch will come in two color options –  black and blue. It is also expected to have an IP68 level of water and dust resistance.

More features of the OnePlus Nord Watch are scheduled to be unveiled tomorrow, so stay tuned.

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Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+ appear on 3C listing with 25W fast charging

By
Sudhanshu
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Samsung is expected to debut its next generation of flagship devices by January or February 2023. Months ahead of the expected launch, the Galaxy S23 Ultra was spotted on the 3C certification website. Now, the other two devices in the lineup, dubbed the Galaxy S22 and S22+, have also made an appearance on the certification website.

According to the listing, the Galaxy S23 is most likely to have the model number SM-S9110, while the S23+ may have SM-S9160. It reveals that both devices offer 25W fast charging. The Galaxy S23 Ultra 3C certification also revealed the device with 25W fast charging, which is quite odd as the current Galaxy S22 Ultra features 45W fast charging support.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Green Galaxy S22 Pink Gold

Other than that, the listing does not reveal any further specifications. However, a recent report mentions that the upcoming S23 and S23+ models will mostly be similar to the current-gen S22 and S22+. The only notable difference between the devices will be the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Some markets are also expected to get an Exynos 2300 clad variant of the device.

The S23 will have a 6.1-inch display, while the S23 Plus will have a 6.6-inch display, assuming that the display sizes don’t change. Most likely, both phones will have Full HD+ displays. They might also have a triple-camera system with a 50MP primary camera on the back. Other features are expected to emerge as we get closer to the launch date, so stay tuned.

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Google Pixel Watch retail box leaks online ahead of launch next week

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Jeet
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Google is expected to officially launch its first-ever smartwatch at the upcoming launch event on 6th October, where the company will be launching its next-generation Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro flagship smartphones.

Ahead of the official launch in the coming days, the retail box of Google’s Pixel Watch has been leaked online, but it doesn’t reveal much about the wearable device.

Google Pixel Watch Retail Box Leak

The leaked image of the retail box was captured at Target DC and shows that the box has a Fitbit branding. This indicates that the Wear OS-powered smartwatch will also come with the integration of Fitbit, making it the first such device in the market.

As the retail box has appeared in Target, it could mean that the device will be released as soon as it gets unveiled on 6th October. The Pixel 7 series is also expected to be up for pre-order on the day it gets announced and will start shipments on 18th October. There’s a high possibility that the Pixel Watch follows a similar timeline.

If the past reports are to be believed, then the Wi-Fi-only model of the Pixel Watch could start at $350, while the model with support for cellular connectivity could start at $400. The pricing appears a bit lower than the recently launched Apple Watch Series 8.

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OPPO A77s full specifications leaked once again, design revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Recent reports have revealed that OPPO will be soon launching the OPPO A77s smartphone. Leaked information that surfaced last week revealed the full specifications of the device. Now, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has shared a leaked poster of the upcoming A77s. The poster not only reveals the entire specifications of the device but also its design.

OPPO A77s design

The leaked poster reveals that the OPPO A77s will have a teardrop notch display on the front. It is equipped with flat edges. The power button located on its right is integrated with a fingerprint scanner. The rear panel of the device has a dual-camera setup with an LED flash.

OPPO A77s leaked poster
OPPO A77s leaked poster by Sudhanshu Ambhore

OPPO A77s specifications (rumored)

As per the leak, the OPPO A77s sports a slim profile of 7.99mm and weighs 187 grams. It has a 6.56-inch IPS LCD display with an HD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 90Hz, and a color gamut of 100 percent DCI-P3.

Under the hood, the A77s has the Snapdragon 680 chipset, which is coupled with 8 GB of RAM and up to 5 GB of virtual RAM. The device offers 128 GB of internal storage. It is unclear whether it has a microSD card slot.

The A77s has a 5,000mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC charging support. For selfies, it has an 8-megapixel front camera with support for selfie HDR, night scene selfie, and portrait mode. The back panel of the phone features a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) dual-camera system.

It runs on the Android 12 OS with ColorOS 12.1 on top. For audiophiles, it features an ultra-linear stereo speaker. Unfortunately, there is no word on the price of the device. It is expected to launch this week in India. A recent report had claimed that it will come 6GB+128GB and 8GB+128GB configurations. It will come in Starry Black and Sky Blue colors.

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Vivo X80 Pro+ cancelled, X90 Pro+ expected to launch soon

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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It was reported in August by GSMArena that Vivo is working on the Vivo X80 Pro+ flagship phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. Now the publication is back with a new report, which claims that Vivo has cancelled the Vivo X80 Pro+.

According to the publication, it was learned that the X80 Pro+ had been cancelled through a Vivo representative after the Vivo X Fold+ launch event in China. It looks like the company is getting ready to release the X-series flagship phones of the next generation soon.

Vivo X80 Pro
Vivo X80 Pro

Reports have claimedv= that the Vivo X90 Pro+ may debut by the end of this year. It is speculated that the device may go official in December. A recent leak by tipster Ice Universe revealed key details about the X90 Pro+.

Vivo X90 Pro+ specifications (rumored)

The Vivo X90 Pro+ is likely to feature an AMOLED E6 display. Unfortunately, there is no word on the display size and resolution. There is a possibility that it may carry support for Quad HD+ resolution. Under the hood, the X90 Pro+ will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform.

The SoC will be accompanied by the latest technologies, such as LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. The rear camera setup of the device will have a 1-inch main camera and a 64-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.

The Vivo X90 Pro+ is likely to be accompanied by the Vivo X90 and X90 Pro. At present, there is no information available on the specs of the X90. However, the X90 Pro is expected to offer key features like SD8G2 chip, 100W charging, and a 1-inch camera sensor.

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Mysterious Infinix Zero phone with 60MP selfie camera with OIS in works, leaked images appear

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Infinix is gearing up to launch the Infinix Zero Ultra 5G smartphone in some markets. With specs like a curved edge OLED display, 180W charging, and a 200-megapixel camera with OIS onboard, it is going to be the most powerful phone from the brand. It appears that the company is working on another phone with a focus on capturing topnotch selfie shots. In a new report, GSMArena has shared pictures of the Zero Ultra 5G and its most important feature.

According to the publication, an upcoming Infinix Zero-series phone with a 60-megapixel selfie camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) is said to be in the works. It is the highest resolution selfie camera with OIS support seen on a smartphone.

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Infinix Zero 60MP OIS selfie camera phone leaked image | Source: GSMArena

The Motorola Edge 30 Ultra, Edge 30 Pro, and Huawei Nova 10 also feature a 60-megapixel front-facing camera. However, they do not feature OIS for the front camera. The iPhone 14 Pro and the iPhone 14 Pro Max are the only phones to launch this year with an OIS-enabled front camera.

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Infinix Zero 60MP OIS selfie camera phone leaked image | Source: GSMArena

Coming back to the leak, the report has no information on the other specs of the mysterious Zero-series phone. The leaked images of the phone show that it has a curved edge OLED display. But the article doesn’t say for sure if the leaked pictures are from the Zero-series with a 60-megapixel OIS selfie camera.

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Infinix Zero 60MP OIS selfie camera phone leaked image | Source: GSMArena

The publication mentioned that even though the device looks similar to the Zero Ultra, they are different devices. The reason behind it is that the Ultra model is expected to come equipped with a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.

The Zero Ultra 5G is all set to meet the world on Oct. 5. It remains to be seen whether the selfie-focused Infinix also breaks cover alongside it.

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Purported Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G NE bags IMDA certification in Singapore

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Xiaomi has recently launched the Xiaomi 12 Lite smartphone in some markets like Malaysia and the Philippines. It is a 5G-ready phone powered by the Snapdragon 778G mobile platform. Some reports have claimed that the company is also working on another device called the Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G NE, which will replace last year’s Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. The purported Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G NE has been certified by Singapore’s IMDA authority.

Around five months ago, Xiaomiui spotted the 2209129SC and 2210129SG model numbers in the IMEI database. The former will be launching today (Sept. 27) in China as the Xiaomi CIVI 2 smartphone. There is a possibility that the 2210129SG, which is heading towards the global market, may bear some similarities to the CIVI 2.

As it is known, the CIVI 2 will be a female-focused phone for the Chinese market. The Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G NE, on the other hand, may end up as a tweaked version of the CIVI 2 for the global market.

Xiaomi CIVI 2 specifications (expectd)

The Xiaomi CIVI 2 will feature a 6.56-inch AMOLED display with curved edges and a centrally positioned punch-hole. It will support an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is just our assumption that the Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G NE may end up with a flat AMOLED display.

Xiaomi CIVI 2
Xiaomi CIVI 2

The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 will power the Xiaomi CIVI 2 with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage. It will arrive with a 4,500mAh battery and 67W fast charging.

It will feature a 32-megapixel (main) + 32-megapixel (ultra-wide) dual front-facing cameras. Its back panel will house a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 triple camera unit.

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Alleged iQOO Neo 7 bags 3C certification, launch likely in October

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Reports have claimed that the iQOO Neo 7 may debut in October in China. A new Vivo phone with a V2231A model number has been certified by the 3C authority of China. It appears that this device could be the forthcoming iQOO Neo 7.

The 3C certification of the Vivo V2231A reveals that it is a 5G-ready device. The listing further suggests that the retail package of the device may include a charger that supports maximum speeds of up to 120W. While it is being speculated that the V2231A could be the iQOO Neo 7, there is no concrete evidence available to prove it. Previous leaks have claimed that it will support 120W rapid charging.

V2231A 3C certified
V2231A 3C certified

Rumors surrounding the iQOO Neo 7 have revealed that it will be equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED E5 display that produces a Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an under-display fingerprint scanner. It is likely to come equipped with the Dimensity 9000 Plus chipset.

A recent report revealed that the Neo 7 may arrive in three configurations, such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. The device will run on the Android 12 OS with the OriginOS and iQOO UI on top.

The Neo 7 is likely to feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. Its back panel may feature a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766V primary camera with OIS support, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto snapper. The device is likely to pack a 4,700mAh battery with 120W fast charging. The Neo 7 may come in colors like Geometric Black, Impression Blue, and Pop Orange. It appears that the company may soon release the first teasers for the smartphone.

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Xiaomi MIJIA Air Purifier Ultra with a 7-layer purification launched

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Jed John Ikoba
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Xiaomi has unveiled the MIJIA Air Purifier Ultra with a 7-layer purification system in China. The new innovative MIJIA air purifier has a digital display of Formaldehyde levels accurate to a thousandth. The product design was derived from a four-leafed clover reflecting its four-sided curved stream. The MIJIA air purifier is a culmination of the collaboration between Xiaomi and the Chinese Academy of Sciences.MIJIA Air Purifier Ultra

The MIJIA full-effect air purifier Ultra has a 4.3-inch LCD color screen that provides air quality data at any instant. The air purifier uses an innovative approach to remove formaldehyde from the environment. It has an aldehyde decomposition filter that continuously decomposes formaldehyde into carbon dioxide and water, avoiding the release of secondary pollution into the environment. The air filter has a primary filter, durable filter, high-energy plasma field, carbon array, aldehyde filter, UV module, and a self-cleaning filter. The 7-layer purification system ensures that the user is assured of clean air during the operation of the device.MIJIA Full-effect Air Purifier Ultra

The MIJIA air purifier Ultra has a 99.99% virus removal rate and a 99.05% formaldehyde removal rate. It also boasts of a 400m3/hour formaldehyde purification rate and its solid-state formaldehyde sensor delivers accurate readings via the equipped display. The built-in EBM DC fan can operate all day and delivers up to 12,500 liters of clean air every minute.

Xiaomi says the gadget can rapidly purify a 90 square meter space within 17 minutes. The air purifier adopts the American Kimberly filter paper with a high dust-holding capacity. This allows for low wind resistance and a release of clean air when the device is operational. The four sets of high-energy plasma generators in the air purifier and UV lamps help to continuously disinfect the system. This removes harmful gases and odors from both the machine and the environment.MIJIA Full-effect Air Purifier Ultra

The Xiaomi MIJIA full-effect air purifier Ultra has a launch price of 4,799 yuan (~$673). The product will subsequently revert to its original price of 5,499 yuan (~$771) and can be purchased from JD.com and other Chinese retail platforms.

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iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: Specs Comparison

By
Michele Ingelido
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Apple released the new iPhone 14 series and, just like last year, the lineup includes two Pro variants, with the most advanced being the iPhone 14 Pro Max. But this year, there are way more differences between the standard variants and the Pro ones. You can notice this from the aesthetics, but they do not stop there. That is the reason why a lot of people are wondering whether or not there is a high amount of differences even between the iPhone 14 Pro Max and its predecessor. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is currently available at much more affordable street prices, which is why a lot of people are evaluating this purchase instead of the new model. But which one should you choose? We will try to answer the question in the best way through this comparison between the specifications of the iPhone 14 Pro Max and its predecessor iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm,
240 g		 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.7 mm,
240 g
DISPLAY 6.7 inches, 1290 x 2796 pixels (Full HD+), Super Retina XDR OLED 6.7 inches, 1284 x 2778p (Full HD+), Super Retina XDR OLED
PROCESSOR Apple A16 Bionic hexa-core 3.46 GHz Apple A15 Bionic hexa-core 3.22 GHz
MEMORY 6 GB RAM, 512 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 256 GB – 6 GB RAM, 1 TB 6 GB RAM, 512 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 256 GB – 6 GB RAM, 1 TB
SOFTWARE iOS 16 iOS 15
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA Quad 48 + 12 + 12 + 12 MP + TOF 3D LiDAR scanner, f/1.8 + f/2.8 + f/2.2
Dual 12 MP + SL 3D f/1.9		 Quad 12 + 12 + 12 MP + LiDAR scanner, f/1.5 + f/2.8 + f/1.8
Dual 12 MP + SL 3D f/2.2
BATTERY 4323 mAh, fast charging 29W and Qi wireless charging 7.5W 4352 mAh, Fast Charging 29W, Qi wireless charging 7.5W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES 5G, optional dual SIM, optional eSIM, MagSafe 15W, IP68 waterproof 5G, optional dual SIM, optional eSIM, MagSafe 15W, IP68 waterproof

Design

The first evident difference between the iPhone 14 Pro Max and its predecessor is in the design. The new model introduces the new Dynamic Island, which is essentially a pill shaped punch hole replacing the old and outdated notch. Dynamic Island is not only used to contain the front camera and the hardware sensor for 3D facial recognition but also as a mini screen to display important information about what is happening on the phone. The iPhone 13 Pro Max comes with a notch above the display, just like most of the iPhones released in the last years. The rear side is similar to the internal rival, with a square shaped camera module and a glass back protected by Ceramic Shield and paired with a frame made of stainless steel. Both the handsets are waterproof with the IP68 certification allowing you to put them underwater up to 6 meters deep for a max time of 30 minutes without damage.

 

Display

The displays of these phones are very similar, so it is almost a draw here. These two phones sport a Super Retina XDR OLED panel with a diagonal of 6.7 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1284 x 2778 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10 certification, and Dolby Vision support. The only important difference is the difference: the iPhone 13 Pro Max is able to reach 1,200 nits, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max goes up to 2,000 nits. And, naturally, the absence of the notch on the new model (in favor of Dynamic Island), but we already talked about it in the preceding paragraph and there is nothing more to say about it. Unlike Android phones, these devices do not feature a fingerprint reader but they rely on 3D facial recognition for authentication, thanks to the Face ID technology.

 

Specs & Software

Another important difference between these two devices is the processor. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic: a chipset built with a 5 nm production process and sporting an hexa-core architecture composed of two Avalanche performance cores running at a max frequency of 3.23 GHz, four Blizzard energy efficient cores running at a max frequency of 1.82 GHz, and a 5-core proprietary Apple GPU. The iPhone 14 Pro Max is fueled by the new Apple A16 Bionic chipset built with a 4 nm production process and with an hexa-core architecture composed of two Everest CPUs running at a max frequency of 3.46 GHz, four Sawtooth CPUs running at 2.02 GHz, and a 5-core Apple proprietary GPU. So, with the new model, you get a performance boost and even lower energy consumption, thanks to the better production process. The memory configurations are exactly the same and they include 6 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of internal storage (you can also choose 128 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB). Last but not least, the new model runs iOS 16 out of the box, while the older one comes with iOS 15.

 

Camera

Another important improvement of the iPhone 14 Pro Max is the main rear camera, as it sports the new 48 MP main shooter with an f/1.8 focal aperture and OIS. The secondary sensors remain the same, with a 12 MP telephoto lens sporting 3x optical zoom and an ultrawide lens with a 12 MP resolution; however, the focal apertures of the secondary sensors are different.

 

Battery

The battery of the iPhone 14 Pro Max is slightly smaller compared to the one of the iPhone 13 Pro Max, but the battery life is longer thanks to better optimization and a more energy efficient chipset. The charging technologies remain the same.

 

Price

The iPhone 14 Pro Max starts from almost €1500 or $1100, while the iPhone 13 Pro Max can easily be purchased for less than €1300 or $1000 thanks to the current street prices. Which one would you pick?

WHERE TO BUY

Buy iPhone 14 Pro Max @AmazonIN @Walmart @AmazonUK

Buy iPhone 13 Pro Max @AmazonIN or @Walmart @AmazonUK

 

 

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max: PRO and CONS

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

PRO

  • More affordable
  • Thinner
  • Similar display to the 14 Pro Max

CONS

  • Inferior camera
  • Older chipset

 

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

PRO

  • Better chipset
  • Superior rear camera
  • No notch
  • Longer battery life

CONS

  • Higher price

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA 3kg Mini Washing Machine with a 100% mite removal rate

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Jed John Ikoba
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Xiaomi has officially unveiled the MIJIA 3kg Mini Washing Machine in China. This comes just a few days after the company took the wraps off the MIJIA Washing and Drying Machine with a colored LED display. This model is a top-loading washing machine with an affordable price tag of 699 yuan (~$98).MIJIA 3kg mini washing machine

The MIJIA 3kg Mini Washing Machine has a square design with a beautiful and compact body. The body covers an area of ​​only 0.18 square meters, about half the size of a floor tile. The washing machine has a dimension of 412 x 422 x 730mm, weighing just 19kg. The maximum opening and closing angle of the top cover is 93°.

The washing machine has a washing capacity of 3kg. This won’t likely contain a large bale of adult clothes but will be suitable for washing baby clothes and underwear. It can wash 12 pieces of baby clothes or an estimated 8 adult shirts as well as 10 adult T-shirts and 15 women’s underwear separately.MIJIA 3kg mini washing machine

At the same time, the mini washing machine can provide strong washing power and is capable of achieving a quick 15-minute wash. There are a variety of program options, including preset washing time, water level adjustment, and a safety child lock design to protect kids who may want to play with the machine.MIJIA 3kg mini washing machine

In addition, the washing machine has 3-level energy efficiency. The power consumption is 0.043 kWh/working cycle, the water consumption is 57 liters/working cycle, and the washing ratio is 0.8. It is also equipped with a paper dust filter to effectively filter out laundry lint.

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Jio Phone 5G will reportedly be priced Between Rs 8,000 – Rs 12,000

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Anurag
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Reliance Jio, which is India’s leading telco, also manufactures affordable smartphones targeting close-fisted consumers. The company had previously launched the Jio 4G smartphone, and now it is reportedly working on a new 5G smartphone, dubbed Jio Phone 5G. The handset is expected to launch soon, but ahead of it, a new report has revealed its pricing. Here are the details.

According to a new report by Counterpoint Research, Reliance Jio will price its first 5G smartphone in the range of Rs 8,000 to Rs 12,000 (Via). Jio would wait for its 5G network to spread before targeting a bigger base of mass-market 4G smartphone consumers with its 5G smartphones.

“Further, at some point in 2024, Jio will also be compelled to launch an affordable 5G mmWave + sub-6GHz smartphone as the cost deltas between the two have narrowed significantly from the overall BoM (bill of materials) fitting perspective,” the report said.

JioPhone 5G

Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, announced at the Reliance AGM 2022 that Jio will launch ultra-affordable 5G phones in collaboration with Google. Although, he did not give any pricing information.

Previous reports suggest the affordable Jio 5G smartphone will have a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with an HD+(1600 x 720 pixels) resolution. The smartphone may feature a dual-camera system at the rear consisting of a 13MP primary lens which will be capable of shooting 1080p videos at 60fps and 720p slow-mo videos at 120fps. It will also have a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, the device is said to have an 8MP selfie camera.

Under the hood, the JioPhone 5G could be powered by the 8nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G chipset coupled with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. The device could pack a 5,000mAh battery and support 18W fast charging support.

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Xiaomi 13 Pro moves closer to launch as it gets 3C certified with 120W fast charging

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Anurag
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Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 12 Pro in April, and you can expect its successor— the Xiaomi 13 Pro—to launch soon since it has bagged 3C certification. The listing reveals the handset will be equipped with 120W fast charging. Earlier, the Xiaomi smartphone was reported to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and offer up to 12GB of RAM.

According to a report by MySmartPrice, the Xiaomi 13 Pro has received the China 3C certification. The smartphone was seen listed on the certification website with model number 2210132C and 120W fast charging support.

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To recall, the Xiaomi 12 Pro also came with 120W fast charging technology, so it’s not really an upgrade. However, the 13 Pro may come with a larger battery. Reports suggest the Xiaomi 13 Pro will debut in November or December alongside the vanilla Xiaomi 13.

Recently, a leaked image of the upcoming Xiaomi handset surfaced online, which revealed it will feature a punch-hole display with curved edges just like its predecessor. In addition, the smartphone is tipped to come with a 6.7-inch Samsung E6 AMOLED display that may offer a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

Xiaomi 13 Pro leak

As mentioned, the Xiaomi 13 Pro will likely be powered by the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor paired with 12 GB of RAM and up to 3 GB of virtual RAM. On the software front, the device may run Android 13 OS with MIUI 14 on top.

It is also tipped to flaunt three 50-megapixel cameras on the back. Other details about the device are still under wraps. We hope to learn more about it in the coming days. We’ll keep you posted!

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