Apple recently launched the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro lineup of next-generation smartphones from the brand. The highlight of the smartphone is the new Dynamic Island, the replaces the notch on top of the screen in the Pro models.
For this generation of phones, the Dynamic Island feature is limited to the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. Now, it is being claimed that all the models of iPhone next year will come with the Dynamic Island feature.
Ross Young says that he expects the Dynamic Island feature to be available on the standard iPhone 14 models next year. He adds that he is still not expecting the regular models to have an LTPO display.
If the report is to be believed, then the standard Apple iPhone 15 will have support for the Dynamic Island feature, but there won’t be support for the ProMotion display and an always-on display option, which will be limited to the Pro models.
Dynamic Island is a pill-shaped cutout area surrounding the Face ID sensors and front camera on the iPhone 14 Pro models. It is an interactive area that can display system alerts like incoming phone calls, and it will also work with Live Activities in third-party apps when iOS 16.1 gets released.
The new feature is tempting enough for the owners of the previous generation iPhones to consider buying the new models, which otherwise isn’t worth upgrading if the phone isn’t too old. If there are not many who plan to upgrade, then it affects Apple’s bottom line.
Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 7 series smartphones on October 6 at the Made By Google event. The devices will feature new chipsets called Tensor G2.
Ahead of the launch, the Pixel 7 Pro has appeared on Geekbench, giving us an idea of the new chip’s performance. The chipset has an octa-core processor onboard with a base frequency of 1.80GHz. Two of the cores have a max clock of 2.35GHz and the remaining two can boost up to 2.85GHz.
It looks like the company is using the same combination of two Cortex-X1 cores, two Cortex-A76 cores, and four Cortex-A55 cores, with higher clock speeds. The chipset has a new GPU onboard called the Mali-G710, which is expected to offer a 20% bump in performance and 20% increased power efficiency.
The benchmark shows that the Google Pixel 7 Pro scores 1068 points on the single-core test and 2149 points on the multi-core test of Geekbench 5. Other than that, the listing shows that the device has 12GB RAM and operates on Android 12.
Google Pixel 7 Pro specs (expected)
In terms of design, the Pixel 7 Pro will carry over the majority of the details from the Pixel 6 Pro with some changes. It is rumored to feature a 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display.
On the optics front, the device will carry three sensors on the back. These will include a 50MP main camera (Samsung GN1) and a 13MP ultrawide camera (Sony IMX38), and a 48MP telephoto camera (Samsung GM1). Upfront, the device will likely house a 10.87MP (Samsung 3J1) sensor.
After its launch in July this year, the Nothing Phone (1) has continuously received software updates to fix bugs and polish the user experience. The company has launched another update that also comes with bug fixes, system improvements, and more.
The latest update is the Nothing OS 1.1.4 version, and it comes with the September Android security patch. Overall, it carries camera improvements, system improvements, and packs a couple of new features. One of these features is the option to flip the 3-button navigation bar, which should have been an option since day one.
Changelog
New features
New option to flip the 3-button navigation bar.
All Ear (1) app features are not integrated into Nothing OS. Customise gesture controls and switch Noise Cancellation modes and more in Quick Settings and Settings.
Now supports LHDC high-def audio.
Camera improvements
New option to add a Nothing themed watermark to the camera app.
Improved ultra-wide camera colour calibration and increased colour consistency between the main and ultra-wide sensors.
New motion detection algorithm was added for improved stability when shooting moving objects.
Increased shooting speed when using HDR in ultra-wide mode.
System improvements
Updated to September Security Patch.
Reduced battery consumption for Always On Display and other use cases.
Improved thermal performance.
New UI for system updates.
Improved Face Unlock algorithm.
Bug Fixes
Fixed network issues for certain carriers.
Fixed an issue causing incoming calls to show up as “Unknown Contact.”
Fixed HDFC Bank app fingerprint issue.
General bug fixes.
The update weighs 136MB in size. The OTA update notification is expected to arrive on all the devices in the coming days.
Last year, Samsung launched the Samsung W22 in collaboration with China Telecom. For those unaware, this is a luxurious version of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphone exclusively made for China.
Samsung W22 5G
The two companies have collaborated again to make a new device called the Samsung W23, which will likely be a custom version of the Galaxy Fold 4. Ahead of the launch, the Samsung W23 folding phone has appeared on TENAA (via GoAndroid).
The listing confirms that the phone features a total of five cameras, a 4320mAh battery, and 5G connectivity. The device will likely come with a triple camera setup on the back with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. The front camera will have a 10-megapixel unit and a 4-megapixel under-display unit.
Popular tipster Ice Universe recently shared a teaser poster of the upcoming Samsung W23. According to the poster, it will launch alongside the W23 Flip, which will be a custom Galaxy Z Flip 4. Both the devices are expected to feature gold hinges and come with a logo on the back that says “Heart to the world.”
As the device has passed TENAA certification, the launch could happen soon. The W23 is expected to be priced upward of 16,999 yuan (~US$2,640) for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage model.
Last week, OnePlus confirmed that it would be soon launching the Prime Blue Edition of the OnePlus 10R. Since its launch, the 10R has been available in Sierra Black and Forest Green colors. A new tweet from the company has confirmed the launch date of the OnePlus 10R Prime Blue Edition.
As can be seen in the tweet, the OnePlus 10R Prime Blue Edition will debut on Sept. 22. It will be sold exclusively on Amazon India through the Great Indian Festival 2022 sale. However, it is likely to be available through OnePlus.in and offline OnePlus stores.
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The OnePlus 10R is available in two battery variants in India. The 4,800mAh battery variant comes with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It carries support for 150W SuperVOOC charging. This variant is priced at Rs 43,999 (~$552).
The 5,000mAh battery edition of the OnePlus 10R comes with choices like 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These variants are priced at Rs 38,999 (~$489) and Rs 42,999 (~$539), respectively. These two models support 80W charging. It is unclear whether all the configurations of the 10R will be made available in the Prime Blue Edition.
OnePlus 10R specifications
The OnePlus 10R has a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen that produces a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device runs on OxygenOS 12, which is based on Android 12 OS. For security, it has an under-display fingerprint sensor. Under the hood, it has the Dimensity 8100-Max chipset, which is coupled with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It comes with 4,800mAh / 5,000mAh battery that supports 150W / 80W charging. It has a 16-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main, with OIS) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit.
Hisense has announced the E8H TV with several flagship features in China. The Hisense E8H TV is an iteration of the Hisense E8G and has over 500 backlight partitions with its XDR miniLED display. This display is up to 1.5 times better than an ordinary Mini LED with more lamp beads. The TV has a maximum brightness of 1,600 nits putting it at the top of the industry. The TV is available in 65-inch and 75-inch models.
The new Hisense TV overcomes the problem of an HDR display with an impressive brightness scheme. It also offers an outstanding color accuracy that perfectly mimics the real world. The E8H is equipped with the Xinxin U+ super image quality processor and adopts a 1+N distributed driver architecture. Compared to the E8G, the light control response speed is 10 times higher, resulting in a 40% improvement in precision. The TV also features Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for an immersive experience.
The Hisense E8H has an HDMI 2.1 interface and its display refresh rate can reach 144Hz. It also features variable refresh rates and low-latency response times for gaming applications. The TV is compatible with next-gen gaming consoles and supports phantom game Turbo technology. The TV also supports cloud gaming and FreeSync technology. The sound output from the 2.1-channel inbuilt in the E8H is achieved by an independent super-submersible subwoofer with Dolby and DTS dual sound processing. It offers a truly cinematic experience and Hisense claims the E8H is the first domestic All Cinema Certified TV.
The Hisense E8H TV is priced at 6,999 yuan (~$1,003) for the 65-inch model and 8,999 yuan (~$) for the 75-inch model. Pre-sales of the Hisense E8H TV commenced on September 15 and will end on September 30. The E8H can be purchased via major retail platforms in China.
In June, Tecno unveiled the Tecno Pop 6 entry-level phone. Now, the company has unveiled the Tecno Pop 6 Pro as its successor in Bangladesh. Some of the major features of the handset include a large-sized HD+ display, a big battery, and a fingerprint scanner. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the device.
Tecno Pop 6 Pro specifications and features
The Tecno Pop 6 Pro has arrived with a 6.6-inch display with a teardrop notch. It offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. The handset runs on Android 12 Go edition, which is overlaid with HiOS 8.6. The fingerprint scanner is built into the power button on the right side of the phone.
Tecno Pop 6 Pro
The display notch houses a 5-megapixel selfie camera. There is an LED flash on the top bezel of the device for snapping brighter selfies in dim-light conditions. Its back panel has an 8-megapixel main camera, a depth sensor, and an LED flash.
The Pop 6 Pro features an unspecified quad-core processor. It is coupled with 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage. For more storage, it has a microSD card slot. It packs a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. It offers other features such as face unlock, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack. While it is not clear, it appears to feature a microUSB port like the Tecno Pop 5 Pro, which debuted in January this year.
Unfortunately, Tecno Bangladesh is yet to confirm the price of the Pop 6 Pro. However, it is said to be priced at around $110. It will be available in Power Black and Peaceful Blue colors. Since the company has started to officially tease its arrival in India, it is expected to launch soon in the country.
Vivo unveiled the Vivo X80 series of smartphones in April this year in China. The Chinese manufacturer is said to be working on the X90 series for the Chinese market. A tipster from China (via. TechGoing) has leaked some specifications of the Vivo X90 Pro.
The new leak states that the Vivo X90 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which is not a surprise since several upcoming flagship phones are expected to feature the said SoC. As far as the SD8G2 is concerned, it is speculated to launch through Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Tech Summit, which will be held in November.
The Vivo X90 Pro leak further states that it will arrive with support for 100W fast charging. It is said to house a larger battery. The X80 Pro is packed with a 4,700mAh battery. It is likely that the X90 Pro may house a battery of around 5,000mAh capacity.
Vivo X80 Pro
For photography, it will feature a 1-inch camera sensor. To recall, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, which was made official in August in China, is the world’s first phone to feature a 1-inch camera sensor. It is equipped with the Sony IMX989. It is not clear whether the X90 Pro has the same main camera. At the end of the leak, it is said that the X90 Pro’s camera will be a periscope zoom camera.
There is no word on the launch date of the Vivo X90 series. The Vivo X80 lineup debuted in Q2 2022 in China. Hence, it is likely that the X90 lineup may launch around the same time next year. Some Chinese flagship phones like the Xiaomi 13 series and OnePlus 11 Pro 5G are expected to debut earlier than their predecessors. So, it’s possible that the Vivo X90 line could come out as early as the first quarter of 2023.
The Xiaomi 13 series is likely to break cover in November this year. The series is expected to feature at least two devices, such as the Xiaomi 13 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro. The former will be a compact flagship phone, whereas the Pro model will be a larger device, as it was seen in the Xiaomi 12 series. Well before the expected November launch, a leaked photo of an engineering unit of the Xiaomi 13 Pro is now doing the rounds of social media platforms.
Xiaomi 13 Pro leaked image
While the leaked image reveals key details about the Xiaomi 13 Pro, its authenticity could not be confirmed. The device can be seen sporting a punch-hole display with curved edges just like the Xiaomi 12 Pro from last year. According to a previous leak, the Xiaomi 13 Pro features a 6.7-inch Samsung E6 AMOLED display that offers a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The image shows the “Above Phone” page of the device. The “Nuwa” codename and the 2210132C model number, which belongs to the Xiaomi 13 Pro, can be seen in the image. A previous report had claimed that the “Fuxi” codename belongs to the Pro model. However, it can be said based on the leaked image that the Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro could be codenamed Fuxi and Nuwa, respectively.
The 3.0GHz octa-core processor that powers the Xiaomi 13 Pro seems to be the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. The device can be seen running on the MIUI 14 flavored Android 13 OS. It has 12 GB of RAM and supports up to 3 GB of virtual RAM.
Other reports have claimed that the Xiaomi 13 Pro will feature three 50-megapixel cameras on the back. It may house a single-cell battery that supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
The Vivo X Fold+ is likely to launch by the end of September. Recently, the device was certified by the TENAA authority in China. Jia Jingdong, Vice President of Vivo and General Manager of Brand and Product Strategy, revealed key details about the X Fold+ before its launch.
In April, Vivo introduced the Vivo X Fold as its first-ever foldable phone in China. The device is not available in the global markets. Jia has confirmed that the company’s next foldable phone will be called the Vivo X Fold+.
Jia revealed that the front and inner foldable displays of the Vivo X Fold+ will support a 120Hz refresh rate. He said that the foldable screen can be folded at different angles, such as 30 degrees, 90 degrees, and 120 degrees. He added that the display has received 19 DisplayMate A+ certifications. Like on the original Vivo X Fold, the cover and inner displays are integrated with an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. Some reports have claimed that it will feature the same 8.03-inch foldable display and a 6.53-inch cover screen that was made available on the Vivo X Fold.
Vivo X Fold Plus in red
Under the hood, the Vivo X Fold Plus will have the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 mobile platform. It will house a 4,730mAh battery, which will carry support for 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. To recall, the X Fold has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, a 4,600mAh battery, and 66W charging support. Rumors are rife that the X Fold+ will inherit the 16-megapixel front camera and 50-megapixel quad cameras that were made available on the original X Fold.
Jia shared the above image to tease the design of the X Fold+. The original model was made available in blue and black. As can be seen in the image, the X Fold+ will come in a new red color with a leather finish. A recent report claimed that it will come in 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage configurations.
Noise Buds VS204 have launched in India. They are the latest affordable TWS earphones from the homegrown smart wearables brand. The audio device comes with features like long battery, ENC, fast connectivity, and quick charging. Read on to know what the Noise Buds VS204 offers out of the box.
The Noise Buds VS204 feature an in-ear design with a stem and slightly angled silicone ear tips for a better fit. They are IPX4-rated and water-resistant. Users can control the music playback, answer/reject calls, and trigger voice assistant by tapping on the earbuds.
In terms of audio, the Noise Buds VS204 is equipped with a 13mm dynamic driver for powerful bass and immersive music. They come with AI environmental noise cancellation (ENC) that blocks out surrounding noise for clear quality on calls. The TWS earphones feature HyperSync technology that is claimed to pair with a connected smartphone as soon as the case lid is opened. The audio device supports Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity.
The Noise Buds VS204 comes with a storage and charging case with support for a USB-C port. It is claimed to deliver 50 hours of total battery life with each earbud said to offer 10 hours of playtime on a single charge. The brand claims that a 10-minute charge will offer 120 minutes of usage.
The Noise Buds VS204 carries a price tag of Rs 1,599 and is offered in Mint Green, Space Blue, Jet Black, and Snow White colours. It will be available for purchase from the brand’s official website, Amazon, and Flipkart.
Realme 9i 5G is now available in a new colour variant. The smartphone was launched last month in Metallic Gold and Rocking Black colours. The latest colour option is called Soulful Blue and it will be available soon from the e-commerce platform Flipkart. The Realme 9i 5G Soulful Blue and light blue colour hue on a gradient back panel. Apart from a new paint job, the rest of the specifications of the smartphone remain the same.
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The Realme 9i 5G comes with a 6.6-inch LCD panel bearing an FHD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch. It features a 90Hz refresh rate and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. The smartphone has a boxy form factor and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. The back panel has three traditional camera rings.
On the optics front, the Realme 9i 5G features triple rear cameras. The setup comprises a 50MP main sensor paired with 2MP macro and 2MP depth lenses. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie snapper.
Under the hood, the Realme 9i 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor based on a 6nm process. It packs up to 6GB RAM and 128GB onboard storage with support for a microSD card slot. The device also features 5GB virtual RAM extension technology. The Realme 9i is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 18W fast charging. Software-wise, it ships with Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0.
Vivo recently unveiled the Vivo Y52t, a 5G phone featuring the Dimensity 700 chipset, in China. In quick succession, the company also unveiled a 4G LTE phone named the Vivo Y32t in the home market. What’s interesting about the device is that it comes in two CPU variants. Its other highlights include an HD+ display,
Vivo Y32t specifications and features
The 6.51-inch IPS LCD display on the Vivo Y32t has an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and an 89 percent screen-to-body ratio. On the front, it has an 8-megapixel selfie camera, and on the back panel, it has a 13-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (macro) dual-camera setup.
Vivo Y32t
The Helio G70 chipset variant of the Vivo Y32t has 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. It supports Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity. The Snapdragon 680 variant, on the other hand, has 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. This edition offers Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. The rest of the specifications are identical on both smartphones.
The device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. Unfortunately, the device still has the older microUSB port onboard. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. It offers other features such as face unlock, dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Vivo Y32t price and availability
The Vivo Y32t has arrived in two CPU variants. The Helio G70 model offers 8 GB RAM + 128 GB UFS 2.1 storage, whereas the Snapdragon 680 edition packs 8 GB RAM + 256 GB UFS 2.2 storage. These models are priced at 1,099 Yuan (~$157) and 1,299 Yuan (~$186), respectively.
In the early months of this year, Infinix unveiled the Infinix Zero 5G smartphone. It debuted as Infinix’s first smartphone with 5G support. Now, it appears that the Hong Kong-based brand is gearing up to launch its 2023 edition. The reason behind it is that it has been certified by the Bluetooth SIG and the FCC authorities.
Earlier this month, an Infinix smartphone with model number X6815C was seen in the database of the Bluetooth SIG. The listing revealed that the device will be called the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 when it arrives on the market.
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 at FCC
Pricebaba’s report reveals that the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has recently bagged the FCC certification, which indicates that it may go official soon. The listing reveals that the device measures 169 x 77 x 9mm and the above image, which has appeared on the FCC, gives a look at its rear design. It seems that the device will be equipped with a triple camera setup. Like other Infinix phones, it is likely to feature a quad-LED flash unit.
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Next, the FCC document reveals that the Zero 5G 2023 has a 4,900mAh (rated value) battery that supports 33W rapid charging. The listing further reveals that the device offers connectivity features, such as 5G (n2, n5, n7, n38, n41, n66, n71, n77, and n78 bands), dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
Information like chipset, display, and camera configurations hasn’t appeared in Zero 5G 2023’s FCC listing. While there is no evidence yet, it looks like it will be an incremental upgrade over its predecessor. Hence, it may borrow some specs from the original Zero 5G. Hopefully, the rumor mill will spill more information about the Zero 5G 2023 in the coming days.
Six months ago, Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 11i and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge smartphones in India. Both phones are going to be available with attractive discounts during the upcoming sales in India.
To recall, the Xiaomi 11i was announced in two configurations, such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 24,999 (~$314) and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 26,999 (~$339). At launch, the 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage variants of the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge were priced at Rs 26,999 (~$339) and Rs 28,999 (~$364), respectively.
Xiaomi 11i, 11i HyperCharge offers during Diwali with Mi 2022 sale on Xiaomi India’s website
The Diwali with Mi 2022 landing page on Xiaomi India’s website states that the Xiaomi 11i and 11i HyperCharge will be available for Rs 18,999 (~$238) and Rs 19,999 (~$251), respectively. The offer’s specifics are unknown at this time. What’s known is that the 11i will be available with a Rs 4,500 (~$56) exchange bonus, whereas the 11i HyperCharge can be purchased with a Rs 3,500 (~$44) exchange bonus.
Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge offer price on Flipkart’s BBD 2022 sale
The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge will also be available for Rs 19,999 during the Big Billion Days 2022 sale on Flipkart. As can be seen in the screenshot, the Rs 19,999 will be inclusive of bank offers.
Xiaomi 11i, 11i HyperCharge specifications
Xiaomi 11i series
The Xiaomi 11i and the 11i HyperCharge sport a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display. Both phones have a 108-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple rear cameras and a 16-megapixel front-facing. Both handsets have received the MIUI 13 flavored Android 12 OS update. Both phones have the Dimensity 920 chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The 11i has a 5,160mAh battery with 67W charging support, whereas the 11i HyperCharge houses a 4,500mAh battery with 120W charging.
The iPhone 14 just went on sale and a huge amount of people from all around the world purchased it on day one. It looks like it will be a great year for Apple, but all those sales do not necessarily mean that the new iPhone is the best device in its price range. That is the reason why we are comparing it to its best rivals from the other brands. Given its compact nature and its price, a bunch of hours ago we compared it to the vanilla Samsung Galaxy S22. Now, it is the turn of another compact flagship which a lot of people might prefer due to its more affordable price. Here is a comparison between the main specifications of the new iPhone 14 and the Xiaomi 12. If you are wondering whether you should save money for the latter or choose the former because of its amazing specifications, you are definitely in the right place.
Xiaomi 12 vs Apple iPhone 14
Xiaomi 12
Apple iPhone 14
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
152.7 x 69.9 x 8.2 mm,
179 g
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm,
172 g
DISPLAY
6.28 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
6.1 inches, 1170 x 2532p (Full HD+), Super Retina XDR OLED
In terms of design, even though almost nothing changed since last year (the major changes were reserved for the Pro variants of the lineup), I prefer the iPhone 14. I would choose it not only because of its compact size but also because of its flat borders and its higher build quality. despite the presence of that ugly notch above the display. Its design is composed of a glass back protected by Ceramic Shield and a frame made of aluminum. It is waterproof with the IP68 certification and it can go underwater for up to 6 meters deep and for 30 minutes without damage. Unfortunately, the Xiaomi 12 is not water resistant, but it is still built with premium materials including a glass back protected by Gorilla Glass 5 and an aluminum frame. Further, it does not have a notch but a small punch hole placed centrally, as well as very narrow bezels around the display.
Display
If you are looking for the best image quality, then you would better choose the display of the iPhone 14. It is a Super Retina XDR OLED panel with a diagonal of 6.1 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels, HDR10 certification, and Dolby Vision support. But if you are a gamer, then the Xiaomi 12 may represent a better choice for you thanks to its 120 Hz refresh rate (the iPhone has just 60 Hz). With the Xiaomi, you get an AMOLED panel with a wider diagonal of 6.28 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10+ certification, Dolby Vision support, and the ability to show up to 68 billion colors. It relies on an in-display fingerprint reader for authentication, while the Apple device does not have a fingerprint reader, but it supports 3D facial recognition thanks to the hardware sensors placed in the notch enabling the Face ID feature.
Specs & Software
When it comes to performance, here the most important thing is not the hardware but the software. Given that the iPhone 14 runs the iOS operating system which is optimized better than Android, it is able to provide higher performance. Under the hood, it sports an Apple A15 Bionic chipset built with a 5 nm production process and with an hexa-core architecture composed of two Avalanche CPUs running at a max frequency of 3.23 GHz, four Blizzard CPUs running at 1.82 GHz, and a 5-core Apple proprietary GPU. It also features 6 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage. Even though the iPhone looks better in terms of performance, the Xiaomi 12 remains one of the most powerful Android phones thanks to the presence of a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 mobile platform running at a max frequency of 3 GHz and built with a 4 nm production process. It is paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage.
Camera
Thanks to the sensors and the optimization of iOS, the iPhone 14 is able to shoot better photos in a lot of scenarios, if compared to the Xiaomi 12. It is equipped with a 12 MP main camera with sensor-shift OIS, a 12 MP ultrawide secondary camera, and a 12 MP selfie camera supporting 4K video recording. The Xiaomi 12 has a triple rear camera composed of a 50 MP main sensor with OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP macro camera, while on the front it has a 32 MP snapper with 1080p video recording at 60 fps.
The battery found on the Xiaomi 12 is much bigger than the one found on the iPhone 14: we are talking about a capacity of 4500 mAh instead of just 3279 mAh. Even if iOS has better optimization, often the Xiaomi 12 should provide longer battery life. It even charges quicker thanks to 67W fast charging and 50W wireless charging, but unlike its rival, it does not support MagSafe technology.
Price
The iPhone 14 starts from $999 or €999, while you need less than €600 or $600 to purchase the Xiaomi 12 thanks to current street prices. Which one would you choose?
Last year’s OPPO Reno 7 Pro, which has a unique design and comes with an impressive camera setup, is currently available with a massive discount.
The device debuted in February last year with a price tag of ₹39,999. However, it is currently being sold on Chroma for ₹30,999 (12GB RAM+256GB storage). Additionally, adding the device to the cart nets a ₹1,500 discount, and HDFC card users can get a further ₹2,000 off on the purchase of the device. All of these offers combined bring the price of the Reno 7 Pro down to Rs. the price of the device to ₹27,499.
OPPO Reno 7 Pro specs
The OPPO Reno 7 Pro features a metal build with a flat back and flat edges. Its camera island has an ‘Orbit Breathing Light’ for notifications.
The phone sports a 6.5-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, an in-screen fingerprint sensor, and. It has a MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.
The phone comes equipped with a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. The back also houses a color temperature sensor. As for the front, the device features a 32MP Sony IMX709 selfie camera.
The device is quite slim, measuring just 7.45mm in thickness. However, it still carries a 4,500 mAh battery with 65W SuperVOOC fast charging.
Last month, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 devices in the market. Now, the brand is offering some attractive offers for US customers looking to get their hands on a foldable.
US customers can save $200 on the Fold and $100 on the Flip by shopping from Amazon.com. This deal is valid till September 18th. Purchasing the devices from Samsung’s online store will get you a memory upgrade, meaning that for $1,599, customers can get their hands on a Fold 4 with 512GB storage. The Galaxy S22 Ultra is also available at a discount of $150, and also has a trade-in option with a maximum discount value of $850.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4 specs
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 has 6.2-inch exterior display and 7.6-inches interior display panels. The outer display is an HD+ (2316 x 904p) AMOLED, while the inside features a QXGA+ (2176 x 1812p) Dynamic AMOLED panel.
It features a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC paired with up to 12GB RAM LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 1TB UFS 3.1 internal storage. It also has a 4,400 mAh battery with 25W fast charging. As for optics, it has a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS and EIS support, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom support. The device also offers a 30x digital zoom, which Samsung calls the “Space Zoom”. The front side comes with a 10-megapixel unit.
The Galaxy Z Flip 4, on the other hand, offers a 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. It also has an outer display, which is a 1.9-inch Super AMOLED panel.
It also runs on the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and is offered with 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB storage. It has a 3700mAh battery and 25W wired charging, as well as Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 and reverse wireless charging. As for optics, the phone brings a 12-megapixel main sensor with OIS and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor. Up front, we get a 10-megapixel camera for video calls and selfies.
An electric kettle has become a staple appliance in almost every household. Whether it’s to kick-start your mornings with a hot cup of coffee or wind down a busy day with a calming herbal tea, you need a kettle to heat and boil water constantly. Moreover, if you work from home or spend a lot of time at your office then you need a constant supply of hot water to make your teas and coffees to stimulate your brain and keep you sharp. Also, if you fall sick then, the kettle is your best friend as it gives you a constant supply of hot water with just a click of a button.
Unlike conventional stove kettles that use gas, Smart electric kettles help you to boil and heat water using electricity. Now you may ask why to invest money in an electric kettle when you can get the job done directly on the stovetop. However, the advantages of electric kettles are way more than the stovetop ones.
An electric kettle heats water faster and more efficiently than a stovetop kettle. You use less power and get your water boiling in just a few minutes. If you have used the stovetop to boil water, then you definitely know the perils of leaving the kettle on without supervision. You have to keep an eye on the stove continuously. However, almost all electric kettles come with the auto-shut-off function. This means you just need to fill water, switch it on and then forget about it. Once the water is boiled the kettle will shut off automatically preventing any burns and spillage.
With an electric kettle, you save a lot of time and money and also get 100% boiled water. Another interesting feature of smart kettles is the variety of designs available in the market. With numerous interesting and aesthetically pleasing designs, you not only get a device to boil water but also something that adds to the decor of your space and may even spice up your otherwise dull and boring morning routine. So if you are planning to buy an electric kettle then check out these unique and interesting options from AliExpress.
After launching the Asus ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro back in July, the Taiwanese gaming tech giant has made plans to launch 2 more flagship Android gaming smartphones for 2022 – the ROG Phone 6D and ROG Phone 6D Ultimate. Both smartphones will be unveiled at the company’s official launch event on September 19th (Monday).
Before the official launch date, many details of the ROG Phone 6D series have already been leaked and teased officially online. In this article today, we have rounded up all you should know about Asus’ upcoming gaming smartphones.
ROG PHONE 6D & 6D ULTIMATE IN WHITE (LEFT). Source: 91Mobiles
However, one change is in the color options. Instead of the standard Black and White found on the earlier announced ROG Phone 6 smartphones, the ROG Phone 6D will be available in 2 new colors: Metallic Grey and Matte White.
Adding to the gaming aesthetic, the ROG Phone 6D has a vertical RGB strip on the back that can light up in two different colors at once, while the more premium ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will feature a second display on the back that can be configured with multiple animations and can be used to show notifications or system metrics.
Asus ROG Phone 6D Series Specs
Both the standard ROG Phone 6D and the ROG Phone 6D will feature MediaTek’s latest highest-end Dimensity 9000+ smartphone processor, manufactured on TSMC’s industry-leading 4nm process. Comparing it to the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 found on the earlier released ROG Phone 6 series, Asus hints that the new ROG Phone 6D surpasses them in raw performance in benchmarks.
The display will be the fastest display ever featured on a smartphone, as the ROG Phone 6D and 6D Ultimate both feature 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED panels with a 165Hz refresh rate, 720Hz touch sampling rate, 111% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, and HDR10+ support to boot for games.
The battery for both smartphones is said to be 6000 mAh with 65W fast wired charging support via USB-C. The smartphone is also said to feature 2 USB-C ports as well, so you can plug in your charging cable in one port, and your USB-C headphones in another.
Last but not least, the triple camera setup on the Asus ROG Phone 6D series packs a punch despite it being a gaming smartphone. It sports the 50 MP flagship Sony IMX766 sensor as the main rear camera, a 13MP ultrawide snapper, and a 5MP macro camera for the back. On the front, both devices get the 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor for selfies and vlogging.
Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate in Metallic Grey. Source: 91Mobiles
For more details such as pricing and availability of the Asus ROG Phone 6D and ROG Phone 6D Ultimate, stay tuned for our launch coverage on September 19 here at Gizmochina!
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