Future Samsung smartphones may come with satellite connectivity feature

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Sep 16, 2022

Apple’s iPhone 14s launched recently, and with them, debuted an emergency feature called satellite connectivity. With the help of this feature, iPhone users can apparently establish a connection with the satellites and make an emergency call when there’s no cellular signal coverage. Huawei introduced a similar feature with its Mate 50 series. And it seems Samsung will also be bringing satellite connectivity to future Galaxy devices.

As per tipster Ricciolo, Samsung may be planning to introduce the satellite connectivity feature to its upcoming Galaxy devices (Via Phonearena). It’s unclear if this emergency feature will be available on the Galaxy S23 smartphones.

As mentioned, Apple introduced the satellite connectivity feature with the iPhone 14 series. Interestingly, this feature will not be available until November, and it will work only in the US and Canada for now. However, rumors are rife that Apple plans to bring the feature to other countries as soon as later this year.

It’s worth noting that Huawei introduced this feature first with its Mate50 series, before Apple. As per the Chinese company, the Mate 50 and Mate 50 Pro smartphones will allow users to send short text messages via China’s global BeiDou satellite network, allowing for communication in areas without connectivity.

As for Apple, the company uses Globalstar’s network for its emergency SOS feature on the iPhone 14 and future iPhones. We are not sure which service Samsung will be using, but it’s probably not Globalstar as Apple is already using 85% of its current and future network capacity.

Do note that the satellite connectivity feature is just a rumor and Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed any details as of now. We hope to learn more about it in the coming days.

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Xiaomi 12T, 12T Pro detailed specs, prices and renders leaked ahead of launch

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Anurag

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Sep 16, 2022

The Xiaomi 12T and 12T Pro are reported to launch next month (October) alongside the Redmi Pad. The exact launch date is not known yet, and we are still waiting for Xiaomi to break the silence. But ahead of it, a new WinFuture report has revealed the detailed specifications, prices, as well as marketing images of the upcoming smartphones. Let’s have a look at all the details.

Xiaomi 12T Pro Specifications

As per the report, the Xiaomi 12T Pro will come with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display offering a resolution of 2712×1220 pixels and a maximum refresh rate of 120 Hertz. The handset will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, clubbed with 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB storage.

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The Xiaomi 12T Pro is said to be a camera-centric smartphone. The report confirms that the device will be equipped with a new 200-megapixel primary sensor. It will also have an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera with an F/2.2 aperture and a completely pointless 2-megapixel macro camera. On the front, the device is said to pack a 20-megapixel selfie camera. The device will have a 5000mAh battery and support 120W fast charging. It will also have Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and Wi-Fi 6 on board.

Xiaomi 12T Specifications

The lower-end Xiaomi 12T is reported to come with the same 6.67-inch AMOLED display that supports a maximum refresh rate of 120 Hertz and a resolution of 2712×1220 pixels (full HD+ display). Instead of the Qualcomm SoC, the Xiaomi 12T will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra chipset, paired with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.

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As far as cameras are concerned, the handset will feature only a 108-megapixel primary sensor. The rest two cameras are the same as the Pro model, which means an 8-megapixel ultra-wide and a 2-megapixel macro unit. While at the front, there will be a 20-megapixel snapper. The Xiaomi 12T will also feature a 5000mAh battery and will support 120W fast charging.

Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12 Pro Price

As per the publication, the Xiaomi 12T Pro could cost €850 in Europe (roughly ₹67,500/$850). On the other hand, the Xiaomi 12T could be priced at around €650 (₹52,000/$651) in Europe. Now that’s the price for the old continent, customers in India and other Asian countries can expect comparatively lower pricing.

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Honor Pad 8 teased to launch in India soon, will be available on Flipkart

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 16, 2022

Honor is set to re-enter the tablet market in India. The brand has started teasing the arrival of Honor Pad 8 in the country. E-commerce platform Flipkart has put up a microsite of the upcoming offering revealing some specifications. Additionally, it also confirms the tablet’s available on the shopping portal. The Honor Pad 8 has already debuted in the global markets and we expect the Indian variant to come with the same specifications.

The Honor Pad 8 features a 12-inch display bearing a 2K resolution and an 87 percent screen-to-body ratio. The back panel has a pill-shaped camera cutout and the tablet features 5MP front and rear snappers. On the audio front, the device is equipped with total of eight speakers tuned by DTS Audio.

Under the hood, the Honor Pad 8 is equipped with a Snapdragon 680 processor. It packs up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The device draws its power from a 7,250mAh battery unit with support for 22.5W fast charging. It runs on Android 12 based MagicUI 6.1 out of the box.

The Honor Pad 8 is expected to compete against the likes of the Realme Pad X, OPPO Pad Air, Xiaomi Pad 5, and others in the Indian market. We will learn more details about the brand’s tablet in the coming days.

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OPPO Test Lab visit: Reno 8 series durability, quality tests reveal its build to last

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 16, 2022

Recently, I had the opportunity to visit OPPO’s factory in Kasna, Noida, India. The visit allowed me to witness the different durability and quality tests that are carried out on the Reno 8 series, as well as the other OPPO phones. Since I was able to see some of the tests on the Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro in front of my eyes, I can say that these devices are built to last.

OPPO Test Lab visit

At the QE Reliability Lab, I saw the Reno 8 and 8 Pro undergoing numerous tests. OPPO engineers perform the free-fall test for accidental drops with heights of up to 1.5 meters, which is more than 80 percent higher than the industry standard of 0.8 meters. OPPO said that the simulation test is carried out 12 to 24 times with the phone being dropped on all its six surfaces, eight corners, and 12 edges. In the above video, a free-fall test is being conducted on the Reno 8 Pro on a marble surface.

Aside from the free-fall test, a micro-drop (vertical as well as screen-facing the surface) test is done 28,000 times on the device, which is 5,000 to 10,000 times more than the industry standard. The video below shows the heavy rainfall of 10 ± 0.5 L/min being done on the Reno 8 series. As can be seen, the phone is sprayed with water onto its four surfaces at a 75-degree angle. The phone is not just kept in the rain test chamber, but it is tested while the phone is running a video or making a phone call.

OPPO engineers manually check the condition of the phone after each test to see whether its display and other functions are working normally. OPPO phones are also subjected to an extremely low temperature of -50°C and a high of 75°C for a week, which is higher than the industry standard of three days. According to OPPO, these tests ensure that its devices can be used as expected in both regular and extreme environments.

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OPPO engineer Mohammed Saud said that since OPPO has users across the globe using their devices in different temperatures, it is mandatory to conduct regular and extreme environment tests on all OPPO phones. While OPPO does not mention an IP rating on its rating, the tests that are conducted at OPPO test labs show that all the OPPO phones offer some level of water and dust resistance though not officially. Saud demonstrated various other tests, such as roller drop tests, steel ball drop tests, soft press test, device’s internal temperature rise test, camera calibration test, static discharge test, dust test, salt spray test, 5G antenna coupling test, GPS test, plug wire bending tests in different angles, headphone swing (up/down/right/left) test, USB cable plug/unplug test, that are carried out at the lab.

OPPO Reno 8 series durability, reliability promises

Here’s what OPPO promises when it comes to the durability of the Reno 8 series.

Software

2 years of OS upgrades for the Reno 8 series, which means it will receive the latest Android OS upgrade until Q2 2024. OPPO will release the latest ColorOS based on Android 13 for Reno 8 Pro users this month (September), and the Reno 8 will get the same update in October.
4 years of security updates to protect the Reno 8 duo from malware and virus attacks.

Here’s the list of eligible OPPO phones that will receive the ColorOS 13 + Android 13 OS upgrade. Readers can checkout all the new features of the ColorOS 13 upgrade here.

To those who are unaware, the OPPO Reno 8 Pro 5G ColorOS 13 Alpha program began last month, while the ColorOS 13 Alpha program started earlier this week.

Battery longevity

OPPO’s Battery Health Engine (BHE) prolongs the battery lifespan while ensuring peak charging speeds without affecting the battery longevity.
The company promises 1600 charge cycles on the Reno 8 lineup, which is twice more than the industry standard of 800 charge cycles.

I mentioned in my OPPO Reno 8 review that 80W SuperVOOC charging is one of the many features that I liked on the device. I hope to review the Reno 8 Pro soon so I can not only test the phone but also try out the latest ColorOS 13 update on it.

Smooth Performance

The Reno 8 series will offer smooth performance even after 3 years. OPPO has made this claim after carrying out nearly 500 tests to achieve the 36-month Fluency Rating A mark from TÜV SÜD.

Durability tests

The company conducts more than 300 rigorous tests on the Reno 8 series at the OPPO Test Labs before releasing it to the market. I have mentioned some of the tests that I could see being carried out on the Reno 8 and 8 Pro.

Platinum after-sales service

Reno 8 series owners get platinum after-sales service, which can include a 24/7 instant helpline (contact no. 9958 80 80 80) and home pickup / drop for repairs.

The OPPO Reno 8 is priced at Rs 29,990 (~$326). It comes in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration only. The Reno 8 Pro, which comes with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, costs Rs 45,990 (~$577).

The Flipkart Big Billion Days 2022 sale offer page reveals that the Reno 8 5G will be available for as low as Rs 26,999 with bank offers. There are bank offers available for the Reno 8 Pro to purchase at a lower price during the sale.

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Vivo X Fold+ TENAA listing reveals images of the phone, expected to launch this month

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 16, 2022

Vivo launched its first foldable smartphone i.e. the X Fold in the first half of 2022 in China. The brand is reportedly working on its upgraded version dubbed the X Fold+. The device was listed on the TENAA certification website a few days bag. Now the same listing has been updated with the upcoming foldable phone’s images.

From the TENAA listing, the Vivo X Fold Plus’s cover display has curved edges. The phone’s exterior looks similar to the X Fold. The images also give us a look at the inner foldable screen with a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout and the hinge. The back panel of the phone has a rectangular island housing a circular camera module. It accommodates four sensors out of which one is a periscope lens. There is also an LED flash unit and Zeiss branding. The Vivo X Fold+ is seen in a Black colour option and vertical strip on the faux leather back panel.

Apart from this, the updated TENAA listing does not reveal any additional details about the Vivo X Fold+. The smartphone is tipped to feature a 6.53-inch primary FHD+ AMOLED display and an 8.03-inch interior screen with 2K resolution. Both displays will come with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will reportedly be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and be backed by a 4,700mAh battery unit with support for 80W wired charging.

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Oppo celebrates 18th Anniversary, launches Oppo Global Community

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Sean

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Sep 16, 2022

Oppo is gearing up to celebrate its 18th Anniversary tomorrow (17th September 2022) as the brand was first founded back in 2004. To commemorate this occasion, the company has also planned to announce the new Oppo Global Community as well.

At the moment, the Chinese brand is the world’s fourth largest smartphone maker in the world and operates in more than 60 countries and regions across the globe. So to celebrate its 18th anniversary, the company is officially announcing the Global Community tomorrow. Through this, Oppo plans on building an inclusive and open ecosystem for all of its loyal users to offer them a platform to engage, interact, and share with the company.

Notably, the Community will also act as a hub for a number of different programs as well. In other words, the brand will also launch its Oppo Product Ambassadors Program from this platform, which will provide users with opportunities to experience OPPO’s latest products and innovations ahead of their commercial release. The Community will also house the O-Chat open forum where users from around the world can discuss about the company’s products and technologies.

This platform will even have the Oppo Lifesetter that allows users to share their own life stories that could possibly inspire others. Apart from this, the company also plans on releasing a new documentary series, which tells the stories of Oppo employees and the inspiration behind their work. It will continue to invest in sustainable development initiatives as well.

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Tecno POP 6 Pro to launch in India soon, Amazon availability confirmed

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 16, 2022

Tecno POP 6 Pro is teased to launch in India soon. E-commerce platform Amazon has put up a microsite of the device revealing its key specifications. The upcoming offering will arrive as the successor to the last year’s POP 5 Pro. The Tecno POP 6 Pro is expected to be a budget device.

Enter the arena with the new TECNO POP 6 Pro, an exclusive smartphone you've been waiting for so long.
With 6.56’HD+ Dot Notch Display & 5000mAh Powerful Battery yet light on your pocket is arriving soon only on https://t.co/tp2VgSNHXH

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— TECNO Mobile India (@TecnoMobileInd) September 16, 2022

As per the Amazon microsite, the Tecno POP 6 Pro has a 6.56-inch display bearing an HD+ resolution, 480 nits brightness, and a waterdrop notch. Design-wise, the back panel has a rectangular camera module and diagonal texturized pattern. The power button doubles up as a fingerprint scanner.

The Tecno POP 6 Pro is confirmed to come with an 8MP rear camera paired with an AI lens and LED flash. On the front, it will have a 5MP selfie snapper. The smartphone is teased to be backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit. It will be available in Peaceful Blue and Polar Black colours.

The microsite does not reveal any additional details about the Tecno POP 6 Pro. It is expected to come with an octa-core Helio A22 processor coupled with 2GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage expandable via microSD card slot. The upcoming offering is tipped to run on Android 12 Go Edition with HiOS 8.6 skinned on the top.

We will learn more details about the Tecno POP 6 Pro in the coming days.

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Apple iPhone 14 series face issues with FaceTime & iMessage, but there’s a fix

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Sean

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Sep 16, 2022

With the launch of the Apple iPhone 14 series, many buyers were eagerly waiting to get their hands on the new smartphones. However, the new devices also comes with a major software upgrade, which also means that there are some bugs. So let’s have a look.

The Cupertino based giant has just shared a new support document in which it informs buyers regarding the issues the new iPhone 14 series faces. In this support document, the brand states that the latest 2022 iPhone models suffer from certain problems related to some basic apps that are popular like FaceTime and iMessage. Furthermore, the company stated that there is more than just one bug that affects both of these apps.

Apparently, one of the bugs makes it difficult to receive messages and calls. Another known issue is seeing green chat bubbles instead of blue chat bubbles when sending a text. Other bugs include people receiving messages coming from the wrong profile and conversations in Messages, with the chats even showing up as two separate threads as well.

Although, most of these problems have been fixed with the iOS 16.0.1 update, which is the build that roll out to all iPhones that are eligible for the latest software upgrade. So basically, once you get your hands on the brand new iPhone 14 series, its best if you update the device immediately during the initial setup process. If not, one can always head to Settings > General > Software Update.

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Infinix ZERO 55 QLED, 50X3 TVs with 4K resolution, HDR10 launched in India

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 16, 2022

Infinix has launched two new smart televisions in India. They fall under the brand’s ZERO and X3 smart TV series. The new models are dubbed Infinix ZERO 55 QLED and 50X3 televisions. The X3 series also includes a 32-inch HD and 42-inch FHD variant. Both televisions come with premium specifications and at an affordable price tag. Read on to know what they offer out of the box.

Starting with the Infinix ZERO 55 QLED TV, it comes with a 55-inch screen and Quantum Dot technology for enhanced colour reproduction. It offers 4K video resolution, 400 nits peak brightness, 122 percent sRGB colour gamut, 60fps MEMC, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ support. The television features a bezel-less premium design and an X-Blade metal stand. On the audio front, the smart TV is equipped with dual stereo speakers with 36W sound output and support for Dolby Audio.

The Infinix ZERO 55 QLED TV is powered by a MediaTek Cortex A-55 processor coupled with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. It ships with Android TV 11 OS with built-in Chromecast, Google Assistant, and access to thousands of apps via the Play Store. Connectivity options on the TV include three HDMI ports, two USB ports, dual-band WiFi, and Bluetooth 5.0.

On the other hand, the Infinix 50X3 smart TV offers a 50-inch display bearing a 4K resolution, 300 nits peak brightness, 122 percent sRGB colour gamut, and HDR10 support. It has dual 24W box speakers with Dolby Audio. The television is equipped with a quad-core MediaTek SoC paired with 1.5GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. Rest of the features of the Infinix 50X3 smart TV remain the same as the Zero 55 QLED TV.

The Infinix Zero 55 QLED TV costs Rs 34,990 whereas the 50X3 smart TV is priced at Rs 24,990. Both televisions will be available for purchase from Flipkart starting September 14th.

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Honor MagicBook V 14, MagicBook X 14, & X 16 2022 laptops launched in China

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 16, 2022

Honor has unveiled three new MagicBook laptops in China. The Honor MagicBook V 14 2022 is coming as a new touchscreen laptop while the MagicBook X-series PCs run on the Alder Lake platform. The new products are targeted at the Chinese market and may not be available elsewhere. The launch of the models was done during Honor’s Autumn Event on September 15.

The Honor MagicBook V 14 2022 has a 2.5K 10-point touch display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It lacks the option of an RTX 2050 graphics card but deploys the Iris Xe graphics. On the Independent Graphics Edition, the V 14 2022 adds a GeForce MX550 to augment the Iris Xe. The MagicBook V 14 2022 is powered by the Core i5-12500H or i7-12700H processors.

The MagicBook X 14 and X 16 2022 models come in a thin and light metal body design. They offer 16:10 aspect ratios with the X 14 having a 2.2K display. The MagicBook X 16 2022 on the other hand, has an FHD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate. The X 14 also comes with a 90Hz refresh rate and both models incorporate eye care health features. They are both TUV Rheinland certified and have 60Wh batteries with 65W charging. The two MagicBook X-series models have the Core i5-12500H/ i5-1235U processors.

The standard MagicBook V 14 2022 (Core i5-12500H) is priced at 5,999 yuan (~$858) while the Independent Graphics Edition retails at 6,499 yuan (~$929). The Honor MagicBook X 14 and X 16 2022 start at 4,699 yuan (~$672). All three MagicBook laptops can be pre-ordered from the Honor China website.

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Motorola Edge 30 Ultra 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configuration to launch in India soon

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 16, 2022

Motorola launched the Edge 30 Ultra and Edge 30 Fusion smartphones in India earlier this week. It arrived as a rebranded version of the Motorola X30 Pro that debuted in China. The Edge 30 Ultra packs flagship specifications and features. The Lenovo-owned brand announced the smartphone in a single 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage configuration priced at Rs 59,999.

Thank You for your overwhelming response. We are excited to announce that the #motorolaedge30ultra will be coming soon in 12 GB RAM + 256 GB Storage too. Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/mv0XsJLOxc

— Motorola India (@motorolaindia) September 16, 2022

The company received an overwhelming response on the Edge 30 Ultra. Hence, Motorola has announced on its social handles that on popular demand it will release the Edge 30 Ultra in a 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configuration. The exact sale date and pricing of the smartphone remain unknown at the moment. But we can expect the price to be higher than the 8GB + 128GB option.

The Motorola Edge 30 Ultra comes with a 6.73-inch centre-aligned punch-hole OLED display bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with an integrated fingerprint scanner and supports HDR10+.

The Edge 30 Ultra has a rectangular camera module on the back panel. It is the world’s first smartphone with a 200MP primary Samsung ISOCELL HP1 camera sensor. The primary lens is paired with a 50MP ultra-wide-angle snapper and a 12MP telephoto unit. Up front, the Edge 30 Ultra features a 60MP selfie snapper.

Under the hood, the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra houses the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. It packs 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB UFS 3.1 storage. The smartphone draws its power from a 4,500mAh battery unit with support for 125W wired and 50W wireless charging.

Software-wise, the Edge 30 Ultra runs on the stock Android 12 OS. Connectivity options on the device include 5G, WiFi-6, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

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Samsung might soon return to the Russian market: Report

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Sean

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Sep 16, 2022

Following Putin’s invasion into Ukraine, many consumer electronics brand pulled out their operations from Russia. This included the likes of Samsung and Apple, however, it seems that the former might soon be planning on returning to the region soon.

According to a CNN report, despite Apple leaving the region following military tensions, it appears that Russian retailers have still managed to get their hands on the latest iPhone 14 series before the brand has even officially announced the new iPhones in Russia. As of right now, the iPhone 14 is available in the Russian market, but at a pretty hefty price tag. Meanwhile, the South Korean tech giant is planning on a better workaround to sell its products in the same country, which is by simply re-entering the market again.

In other words, the smartphone maker will basically be returning to Russia in just six months after it first left. As per a Reuters report, a Russian news outlet claimed that sources close to the matter have said that Samsung might restart sales as early as next month, October 2022. Although, the company has yet to respond to this report and confirmed this information. Interestingly, this also shows that the latest popular tech will always make its way to various markets, at least for those that can afford it.

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Upcoming Smartphones: Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate & More

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Sep 16, 2022

We had multiple smartphone launches this week. Unfortunately, that won’t be the case for next week. Only two brands have confirmed to debut new phones in the upcoming days.

These two brands are Asus and OnePlus. The former will be unveiling its latest gaming smartphone under the ROG brand. On the other hand, the latter will be announcing a new color variant of an existing handset.

Let’s take a look at these devices one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

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1. Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate

Asus has scheduled a launch event for September 19 at 8 PM GMT+8. The company has confirmed to unveil ROG Phone 6D Ultimate at this conference. It could be accompanied by ROG Phone 6 Batman Edition.

Talking about features, the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is expected to be almost identical to the ROG Phone 6 Pro, except for the chipset. The new model is tipped to arrive with a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Plus chipset instead of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC.

It is said to feature a 6.678-inch 165Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera, 6,000mAh battery, 65W fast wired charging support, and more.

2. OnePlus 10R Prime Blue Edition

OnePlus is teasing to launch a new color variant of the OnePlus 10R in India next week. The brand is officially called it OnePlus 10R Prime Blue Edition.

This color of the phone is already available in China. For the unaware, the device goes by OnePlus Ace in its home country.

Apart from the new hue, the handset will not be bringing anything new to the table. Hence, it will likely start from ₹34,999.

However, since it will be debuting during the Amazon Great Indian Festival, there could be multiple discount offers.

Samsung Galaxy S21 series receives Android 13 based One UI 5.0 Beta in India

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Sean

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Sep 16, 2022

Samsung is gearing up to roll out the One UI 5.0 build very soon, which is based on the latest version of Android OS. But prior to the final build’s release, the company has announced that it will be rolling out the One UI 5.0 Beta for Galaxy S21 series in India.

The South Korean tech giant has just released the public beta for the One UI 5.0 build for the Galaxy S21 series of premium smartphones. So owners of these devices in India are eligible to take part in the beta program. For those unaware, the last gen flagship phones include the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra. So for those looking to experience Android 13 OS as soon as possible, the brand has began registration for the One UI 5.0 beta update by signing up for the program on the Samsung Members app.

Once the registration is complete, Galaxy S21 series users in India will receive the new One UI update notification soon after. Keep in mind that the beta update might also cause some applications to not function properly. So, it is also advised that you backup your smartphone’s data before making the update. With the new upgrade, Samsung has offered minor changes while introducing new One UI features in the new update.

These changes includes a new system UI color based on the wallpaper. Furthermore, the notifications shade is also revamped and is now more opaque too. Samsung has also introduced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to the Gallery app, which can recognize text in images. This allows users to copy and paste it into other apps.

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Moto E22, E22i launched with 90Hz display, Helio G37; Moto E22i debuts alongside

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 16, 2022

Motorola has unveiled the Moto E22 in Brazil and Europe. Some of the major highlights of the device include a 90Hz LCD panel, a Helio G-series chipset, and stereo speakers. The Lenovo-owned company has also unveiled the E22i handset.

Moto E22 specifications and features

The Moto E22 has a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD display that offers a 90Hz refresh rate and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The waterdrop notch on the phone’s display houses a 5-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. The back panel of the E22 features a 16-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and an LED flash.

The E22 is powered by the Helio G37 and runs on the MyUX flavored Android 12 OS. It offers 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. There is a microSD card slot onboard for more storage. It has a 4,020mAh battery that supports 10W charging.

For audiophiles, the Moto E22 offers dual stereo speakers and a 3.5mm audio jack. On the connectivity front, the Moto E22 offers dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, FM radio, GPS, and a USB-C port. While the E22i has also gone official, its exact specifications are yet to be confirmed. The device has 2 GB of RAM and runs on Android 12 (Go edition).

Moto E22, E22i price and availability

The Moto E22 is priced at 139.99 euros in Europe. It can be bought in colors like Astro Black and Crystal Blue. On the other hand, the E22i costs 129.99 euros. It comes in Graphite Gray and Winter White colours. Both models will be released in Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East.

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Apple iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, Watch Series 8, Watch SE India sale live today, Here’s price & offers

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Sean

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Sep 16, 2022

The Apple iPhone 14 series is finally going on sale in India today (16th September 2022). Alongside the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max, the company has also began the open sale for the Watch Series 8 and the new Watch SE as well.

For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant had announced its new smartwatch along with its latest iPhone models. As of right now, the new iPhone 14 lineup will be available for purchase starting from 5:30 pm IST through Apple India Online Store, Flipkart, and other official authorized retailers as well. All of the new products from the brand were announced earlier this month during its Far Out event and now are finally available for purchase.

Starting with the 2022 iPhones, the iPhone 14 has been launched in India in three variants, namely 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The base model starts from 79,990 INR, while the 256GB and 512GB configurations cost 89,900 INR and 109,900 INR respectively. There are also special launch offers available with HDFC Bank Card holders being offered a 5,000 INR cashback. The company is also offering no cost EMI and exchange offers as well. The new iPhone 14 arrives in all new colors, including Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple and Red.

Moving forward, the iPhone 14 Pro starts from 1,29,900 INR for the base 128GB model. On the other hand, its 256GB costs 1,39,900 INR while its 512GB version has a price tag of 159,900 INR. Notably, its top end 1TB storage option will set you back a whopping 179,900 INR. Meanwhile, the iPhone 14 Pro Max starts from 139,900 INR for its 128GB variant, while its 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB options cost 149,900 INR, 169,900, and 189,900 INR respectively.

The iPhone 14 Pro series models have been launched in multiple color options, including Black, Silver, Gold, and Deep Purple. Similar to the base variant, the customers that have an HDFC Bank card can claim up to 4,000 INR cashback on the purchase of either the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max. Unlike the base iPhone 14, which features the same design and chipset as the iPhone 13, the iPhone 14 Pro models have the new A16 Bionic chip and a 48 megapixel triple camera setup on the back. It also features a new pill shaped punch hole on the front that enables the new Dynamic Island feature.

Talking about the Apple Watches now, the Watch Series 8 has been released in 4 different options, namely 41mm GPS only, 41mm GPS and Cellular enabled version, 45mm GPS only, and 45mm GPS and Cellular enabled model. Notably, both Cellular models are also offered in two variants, which is the Aluminum or Stainless Steel. The Watch Series 8 starts from 45,900 INR and arrives in Gold Graphite, Silver, Midnight, Starlight, and Red color options. HDFC is again offering 3,000 INR cashback on purchasing the Series 8 for its cardholders.

Lastly, the second generation Watch SE has also been launched in India and it is also offered in two sizes (40mm and 44mm) along with a GPS only and Cellular enabled models. It is available in multiple colors as well, including midnight, starlight, and silver options. HDFC bank card holders can get a cashback of up to 2,000 INR.

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Mibro T1 smartwatch with Bluetooth calling and 7 days battery life unveiled

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 16, 2022

The Mibro T1 is the latest smartwatch from Xiaomi‘s ecosystem partner Mibro. The new smartwatch supports Bluetooth calling and has a battery that can last for 7 days of normal usage on a single charge. The device has a standby time of about 45 days.

The Mibro T1 has a 1.6-inch AMOLED display with a 320 x 360 pixels resolution. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, allowing you to receive calls from your smartphone. The smart wearable also features 24-hour heart rate monitoring, SpO2, and sleep tracking. There are more than 20 sports modes in the Mibro T1, providing options during your exercise.

The T1 has a 350mAh battery which can deliver 7 days of regular usage or 5 hours of Bluetooth calling. The smartwatch is rated 2 ATM waterproof. This means that the smartwatch is not protected from damage when swimming or under the shower. The watch also comes with customizable watch faces, a silicone strap, and a metal alloy casing. It weighs 53.5g.

The Mibro T1 smartwatch will retail for $59.99 from September 26 to 30 on AliExpress. The original price of the Mibro T1 is $119.98 and deliveries outside China could be by mid-October. The huge discount on offer for the Mibro T1 (about 50%) up to the end of the month could spur demand for the gadget.

Realme GT Neo 3T with E4 AMOLED, Snapdragon 870 & 80W fast charging launched in India

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Sudhanshu

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Sep 16, 2022

Months after its international debut, the Realme GT Neo 3T has finally made its way to India. The device features a sporty design, the Snapdragon 870 chipset, and 80W fast charging. Let’s take a detailed look at all that it has to offer.

Realme GT Neo 3T specs & features

The GT Neo 3T comes in multiple color options. The black variant has a matte finish, while the yellow and white color options feature a chequered design resembling a race flag.

It has a 6.62-inch AMOLED E4 screen with a Full HD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 120Hz, 1,300 nits of brightness, and full coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It has an in-screen fingerprint scanner for security. The smartphone has a 92.6 percent screen-to-body ratio.

The Snapdragon 870 chipset powers the Realme GT Neo 3T. It comes standard with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, up to 5GB of additional RAM, and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The GT Neo 3T includes a 5,000mAh battery that supports 80W rapid charging to keep the lights on. The device comes preinstalled with the Android 12 OS with a Realme UI 3.0 skin on top.

At its core, the GT Neo 3T is a gaming device, and therefore it features a beefy cooling system that has a stainless-steel vapor cooling system with a heat dissipation area of 4129mm².

For optics, the device has a 64-megapixel main camera, which is joined by an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a dual-LED flash on the back of the phone. On the front, it has a 16-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.

Other features on the device include a dual SIM slot, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, dual-frequency GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, an X-axis linear motor for in-game vibrations and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.

Pricing & availability

The Realme GT Neo 3T comes in three different configurations – 6 GB + 128GB priced at Rs 29,999; 8GB + 128GB priced at Rs 31,999; and 8GB + 256GB priced at Rs 33,999. The sale of the device will start on September 23, and the device will be available for purchase at Realme.com, Flipkart, and retail stores.

Realme has also announced that for the first sale, the devices will be discounted by Rs. 7,000, bringing their prices down to Rs. 22,999, Rs. 24,999, and Rs. 26,999 for the 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 256GB models, respectively.

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Realme 10 spotted on NBTC, BIS, EEC, and Indonesia Telecom database, could launch soon

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Sudhanshu

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Sep 16, 2022

After multiple launches in the Realme 9 lineup, it appears that the brand is finally done with this series and is now moving on to the Realme 10 series. A new device with model number RMX3630 has popped up on the NBTC, BIS, EEC, and Indonesia Telecom certification websites.

Realme 10 certifications

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The NBTC listing has revealed that the device has the Realme 10 moniker. The absence of “5G” from the name could mean that this is a 4G model. Other listings have not revealed any specs. However, they confirm that the device will come to Thailand, India, and Indonesia. Let’s take a look at its predecessor to get an idea of what to expect from the upcoming smartphone.

Realme 9 4G specs

The Realme 9 4G has a 6.4-inch sAMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 90Hz, and a punch-hole notch. The smartphone is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 CPU and up to 8GB of RAM.

The Realme 9 4G has three rear cameras: a 108MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The front-facing camera on the device is 16MP. The Realme 9 4G is powered by a 5000mAh battery and supports 33W rapid charging.

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OPPO K10x launched with 120Hz display, Snapdragon 695, 64MP triple cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 16, 2022

OPPO K10x has gone official in China. It is the fourth K-series from the brand from OPPO this year for the home market. Earlier this year, the company unveiled OPPO K10 5G featuring the Dimensity 8000, the K10 Pro 5G with the Dimensity 8100, and the OPPO K10 Vitality Edition powered by the Snapdragon 778G. The K10x that has debuted today in China features the Snapdragon 695. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the device.

OPPO K10x specifications and features

The OPPO K10x has a 6.59-inch IPS LCD display with a punch-hole placed in the upper-left corner. Apart from FHD+ resolution, it supports a 120Hz refresh rate, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a DCI-P3 color gamut. The device runs on the Android 12 OS with ColorOS 12.1 on top. It is equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

On the front, the K10x has a 16-megapixel selfie camera. The rear camera setup of the device has a 64-megapixel main camera. It is coupled with a pair of 2-megapixel cameras for depth and macro shots.

The device powered by the Snapdragon 695 has 8 GB or 12 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128 GB or 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The 5,000mAh battery of the phone supports 67W rapid charging. It features a heat dissipation system, which comprises a diamond thermal conducive gel, a graphite sheet, and multiple temperature sensors.

The K10x packs the usual connectivity features, such as dual SIM, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. This phone is a rebranded version of the Realme V25 5G, which debuted earlier this year in China.

OPPO K10x price and availability

The OPPO K10x is available in three variants: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage for 1,499 Yuan (~$214), 8GB RAM + 256GB storage for 1,699 Yuan (~$242), and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage for 1,999 Yuan (~$285). It comes in Aurora and Polar Night (black) colors. The device will go on sale on Sept. 22. At present, there is no word on the global release of the device.

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