A new leak has revealed the promotional video for the highly anticipated Motorola Edge 30 Ultra. It is the company’s latest flagship grade smartphone, which will also be the first device to feature a 200 megapixel image sensor.
The new leak was shared by known tipster Evan Blass on Twitter. Looking at this tweet, a leaked promotional video for the Moto Edge 30 Ultra was shared, which showcased some of the key highlighting features of this handset. The first feature to be shown off is the 200 megapixel camera that is undoubtedly one of its biggest features. In the video, we can also get a clear look at the design of the device and it is line with our recent report regarding the leaked renders for the Edge 30 Ultra.
In other words, there is a large primary image sensor, with two additional cameras being housed underneath. The company also claims that the camera will be “Amazing in any light” and even shared some photographs in certain low light scenes. Following the camera bit, the video revealed that the smartphone will be equipped with the 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ SoC.
Furthermore, the new high end smartphone will support 125W TurboCharger fast charging technology that can offer a whole day’s worth of power in just seven minutes. On the front, the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra will sport a 6.67 inch curved pOLED display that has a Full HD+ resolution along with a 144Hz high refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1250 nits. Lastly, the leaked promotional video also highlights that the device offers spatial “3D” audio as well.
It is not uncommon to see Chinese smartphones being rebranded across different markets in the world with a different model name to cater to the specific markets. The main Chinese tech conglomerates which practice this business tactic are respectively Xiaomi (with its sub-brands Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco) and the BBK Group (with its sub-brands Oppo, Realme, Narzo, OnePlus, Vivo and iQOO).
However, what if say the next-generation smartphone had the exact same specs as the last generation release?
Oppo Reno 8 Z 5G
This may be a first for the industry, as the latest Oppo Reno 8 Z 5G released in Southeast Asia last month, has the exact same, fully identical specifications as the previous generation Oppo Reno 7 Z 5G which was also released in the Southeast Asia market as well.
Oppo Reno 7 Z 5G
Don’t believe it? Here’s a comparison table for you to check the specs yourself.
4500 mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC wired fast charging
4500 mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC wired fast charging
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, SD card slot, Dual Camera Orbit Lights
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, SD card slot, Dual Camera Orbit Lights
COLOURS
Rainbow Spectrum, Cosmic Black
Dawnlight Gold, Starlight Black
As you can see here, the new Reno 8 Z has the same Snapdragon 695 5G SoC under the hood, the same 6.43” 60Hz screen with identical brightness specs, the same 4500 mAh battery, the same 33W SuperVOOC charging, the same triple camera setup, even the same 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and even the same 128GB of UFS 2.2 base storage.
The only difference between the two phones is just the back camera island, which has been extended to the plastic frame of the device. But even the camera placement on the module remains unchanged, and the phone has even gotten thicker and heavier at 181g (Oppo Reno 8 Z) compared to the 173g on the Oppo Reno 7 Z.
OPPO Reno 8Z 5GOppo Reno 7 Z 5G
And the crazier fact, the Oppo Reno 7 Z (and Oppo Reno 8 Z) has been rebranded and re-released for many Asian and European markets in 2022 under many aliased names. Here is a quick rundown of what the device is named in other markets:
Oppo Reno 7 Z 5G – Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines), March 2022
Oppo Reno 8 Z 5G – Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines), August 2022
OPPO Reno8 Lite 5G
Whether it be the chip shortage or the lack of competition in the space, it is unclear why innovation is stagnant for both Oppo and OnePlus smartphones in 2022. However, as smartphone consumers ourselves, we should be aware of the company’s practices and their device releases before purchasing a device. And this time around, the Oppo Reno 8 Z is literally just a previous generation smartphone repackaged in a new body to be sold.
Realme is all set to officially announce the latest version of its custom user interface for smartphones, dubbed Realme UI 4.0. While the exact launch date is not yet known, it is expected to be announced in the coming days.
Now, the company has officially revealed the roadmap for the first batch of smartphones from the brand that are set to get the latest Realme UI 4.0 update based on the latest Android 13 operating system.
The Realme UI 4 Early Access is already available for the Realme GT 2 Pro flagship smartphone, and several more smartphones from the brand are to receive the update starting this month. Here’s the roadmap shared by the company:
October 2022: Realme GT 2 Master Discovery Edition, Q5 Carnival Edition, Q5 Pro, Q5, GT Master Explorer Edition
November 2022: Realme GT
December 2022: Realme GT Neo 2, GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Custom Edition, GT Neo Flash Edition, and GT Neo
The update roadmap for the Realme UI 4.0 Early Access is for the first batch of smartphones, and the company said that it will soon release a new list of devices that will receive the update in the first quarter of 2023.
The timeline is currently for the smartphones in the Chinese market and after the Early Access version is available for some time, the company will roll out a more stable version of the new operating system, but there’s no exact timeframe revealed yet.
The Realme UI 4.0 is based on the Android 13 operating system and will come with more fingerprint styles, optimizations for the live wallpapers with new and richer animation effects, an updated notification bar control center, and much more.
Realme is gearing up to launch multiple products on September 6th in India. This includes the Realme Watch 3 Pro and the Realme Buds Air 3S. Out of the two, the Buds Air 3S has appeared on the Bluetooth SIG database. So, let’s take a look.
The listing reveals that the Buds Air 3S has the model number RMA2117. They will feature Bluetooth 5.3 for connectivity. The listing does not reveal any further details. So, let’s check out all that is known so far about the upcoming earbuds.
A landing page has already revealed the design and some features of the upcoming earbuds. The earbuds feature a flat stem and silicone ear-wing tips. This design is usually used to provide a secure in-ear fit, leading us to believe that the Buds Air 3S could be aimed at athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
In terms of specifications, the Realme Buds Air 3S will have an 11mm triple titanium bass driver and four microphones with an AI ENCE noise reduction technology. The earbuds will also support equalizer software, letting users tinker with the sound output to find the best sound profiles according to their preferences. The Realme Buds Air 3S is scheduled to debut tomorrow (September 6th) at 12:30 IST. Details regarding pricing and availability will likely be revealed at the launch event.
Several reports have claimed that iQOO will be launching a new phone called the iQOO Z6 Lite 5G in India. A landing page for the said phone went live on Amazon India today. The page confirms some of its key features, design, and launch date.
As can be seen in the poster, the iQOO Z6 Lite 5G will debut on Sept. 14 in India. On the front of the device, there is a waterdrop-shaped notch, and on the back, there are three cameras.
The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G is confirmed to support a 120Hz refresh rate. It seems that the phone is equipped with an LCD panel. The page mentions that the dual-SIM 5G phone will be powered by a Snapdragon chipset. The company will reveal the chipset’s name on Sept. 7. On Sept. 8, the landing page will reveal what the iQOO Z6 Lite 5G can do for games and how its camera works.
iQOO Z6 lite 5G launch date
According to a recent report, the iQOO Z6 Lite 5G will be equipped with a new Snapdragon 4-series chip. Speculations are rife it may feature the unannounced Snapdragon 4-series chipset. It is expected to feature a 5,000mAh battery and a 50-megapixel primary camera. The Z6 Lite 5G is likely to be priced under Rs 15,000 (~$188).
The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G is the fourth Z6-series phone for India. In the past few months, the company has launched other models, such as the iQOO Z6 5G, the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G, and the iQOO Z6 44W. It is speculated that the lineup also includes another model called the iQOO Z6 Pro SE, but there is no official confirmation on it yet.
Two months ago, we got our hands on the AGM G1S, an impressive rugged phone with an infrared camera. And today we are gonna talk about another model from the brand, the AGM H5 Pro. It’s also a brand-new rugged phone with more affordable pricing, coming with the loudest speakers and an incredible night vision camera.
Although this is an entry-level product, AGM still provides a complete set of accessories, including a USB cable, an 18W charger, the quick start guide, and a Card PIN.
Just like other rugged phones, the H5 Pro looks very robust at first glance but not so sharp. When holding it in hands, you can feel the curve of the phone body fit well in your palm, and the four corners of the H5 Pro are reinforced with rubber material to cope with those most violent crashes.
The back cover of the phone has a Kevlar-like texture that protects the phone from scratching while also increasing the friction for holding, which did feel safe in hands. On the top of the back cover, you can see a large speaker module that produces up to 109db of sound, which is pretty amazing when we got the sound test result.
The fingerprint sensor is located at the upper center, which means that the phone can be easily unlocked no matter which hand is holding it. The volume button and power button are on the right side of the phone, while on the other side, there is a customizable Side-button, you can make a trigger for activating certain functions in the system settings.
Connectivity
In terms of connectivity, the AGM H5 Pro maintains the configuration of a type-C USB plus a 3.5mm headphone jack, and it is worth mentioning that it also supports FM audio. You can plug the wired headphones into the phone as an FM antenna and then listen to many radio channels.
Rugged features
The AGM H5 Pro is IP68 rated, which means it can safely stay underwater for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 meters, or even withstand 99% dust environments. And the phone is also highly resistant to drops or crashes. It’s also able to survive repeated drops from 1.5 meters.
Camera & Night Vision
Now let’s focus on its camera system. You can’t expect a rugged phone to do everything well. Especially at this price point, I can only say that the AGM H5 Pro can meet the needs of daily shooting, these photos are not particularly impressive. Especially when under low lighting conditions, the detail and color of the images shot on regular lenses would be hard to compare to some regular phones.
But as I mentioned at the beginning, the most important thing is that it has a special night vision camera featuring 20MP resolution, which can help you see everything at night. All you need is to tap the icon to enter the night vision mode and you will see all the differences.
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These graphics remind me of some FPS game scenes in which the role turns on the night vision equipment. It’s clear that this feature is very helpful to those who need good vision at night when exploring the outdoors. You might need to wear very professional equipment to achieve the vision before. Now you just need to take out the phone and you can see the various dangers lurking in the darkness.
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Powerful Speaker
Before today the smartphones I’ve tested generally have a maximum speaker volume of about 85db, while this monster in front of me can create a maximum volume of 109db. And around this huge speaker, there is an RGB light ring that can create different lighting effects when playing music. It looks like something good for parties.
Performance for daily use
The AGM H5 Pro is powered by an Helio G85 chip and runs on Android 12, which is quite common on rugged models. But I kind of like the pure operating system. Apart from the necessary features and GMS, there are almost no third-party APPs pre-installed on this phone. The software has good response with smooth animation, and although this 6.52-inch screen doesn’t support a high refresh rate, It’s quite surprising that it hardly feels laggy when swiping between pages.
The H5 Pro can run the most popular casual games or FPS games smoothly under low or standard graphics. But I still want to say that the phone is not for those RPG games that require high performance or high graphics. But the good point is that you don’t really need to worry about the heating issue or power draining that we generally got on a regular flagship phone.
Battery & Charge
Compared to AGM’s flagship products, the H5 Pro has a larger battery. The 7000mAh battery supports 10 hours of continuous gaming and up to 423 hours of standby. I believe that no one would continuously play games for 10 hours on such a rugged phone. A benefit brought by the large battery is that it allows you to focus your mind on things that are really worth paying attention to, but not keep finding a charger for it. However, one thing you should note is that the charger’s maximum output is only 18 watts, so you’d better fully charge it before you set off.
And it’s interesting that AGM brought a special feature of wireless charging for the rugged phone. But it’s not the common way with charging coils that we saw before. There’s an exclusive wireless charging base for the H5 Pro. So you can see the metal contacts at the back, which are particularly prepared for the wireless power supply.
Conclusion
So that’s all we wanna share with you about the AGM H5 Pro. Well like other rugged phones, it’s not a performance-focused phone, but as an affordable Rugged phone, it’s quite balanced as a function-oriented model that has an impressive speaker and a night vision camera. And meanwhile, it also features a few useful tools that may be helpful for outdoors or fieldwork. So no matter for going on a solo safari, camping with friends, or just finding a tool for your daily work, it’ll be a pretty reliable companion.
Learn more and buy it here on Amazon or Here on Ebay for a discount.
Asus is gearing up to launch the ROG Phone 6D series on September 19th. The ROG Phone 6D series will come powered by the flagship MediaTek Dimensity chipset. Ahead of the launch, popular tipster DCS has tipped the key specification of the vanilla ROG Phone 6D.
A Weibo post from the tipster states that just like the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate model, the vanilla 6D model will also be powered by Dimensity 9000+ chipset. The phones will also feature a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, with an anticipated 165Hz refresh rate.
Other than that, the smartphone is said to have the tried and true 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor, a 6,000mAh battery, and 65W fast charging support.
The ULTIMATE thermal technology is coming on September 19!
The ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will feature a new advanced cooling system that allows airflow unlike any ROG Phone before.
The brand has also teased a new cooling solution for the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate, which “allows airflow unlike any ROG Phone before”.
The leaked features are expected to be shared by both the Ultimate and vanilla variants of the ROG Phone 6D series. However, it is unclear if the new cooling system will also come to the base model.
HOTWAV is globally launching the latest W10 Pro rugged smartphone. The phone will be available at a heavily discounted price of $119.99 only at AliExpress. Moreover, the first 200 orders will receive an additional $10 discount coupon, further bringing down the price. Please note that this deal starts on September 5 and ends on September 9, 2022.
HOTWAV W10 Pro rugged smartphone features a 6.53 inches HD+ display with a 720 x 1600p resolution. The phone uses in-cell technology to present natural and vivid colors in every frame and give you an immersive visual experience. Being a rugged smartphone, the W10 Pro comes with IP68/ 69K and MIL-STD-810G certifications that make it waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof.
The highlight feature of the HOTWAV W10 Pro rugged phone is its 15000mAh ultra-large battery. This massive battery can juice your phone for 5 days or more under normal usage and give you 55hrs of non-stop playback, 28hrs video, and 74hrs call time on a single charge. Moreover, with the fast charging function, you can easily and quickly charge your large battery. The reverse charging function also helps to convert your phone into a mini power bank that can be used in case of emergencies to power other devices.
HOTWAV W10 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Helio P22 Octa-core processor and comes with 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage, expandable up to 512GB. For your images and videos, you have a triple rear camera setup with a 20MP primary camera and 8MP + 0.3MP secondary sensors. There is a 5MP sensor in the front for your selfies. Other interesting features include global navigation systems, the latest Android 12 OS, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face ID unlock, virtual outdoor tool kit, etc.
Generally retailing for $250, you can now buy HOTWAV W10 Pro rugged smartphone for $119.99 only under the world premiere deal at AliExpress.
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Huawei is gearing up to launch its next-generation Mate-series flagship smartphones in the form of the Huawei Mate 50 lineup, even though the company is pretty much out of the game when it comes to premium devices because of the US-imposed sanctions.
But that isn’t stopping the Chinese giant from offering unique and innovative features to its smartphones. In the latest teaser shared by Huawei, it has been confirmed that the Mate 50 series smartphones will have support for satellite communication.
In a teaser video shared by the company showing a satellite getting launched, Huawei says that the signal goes beyond the ground and the device is always connected for communication. This pretty much confirms that the upcoming premium phones from the company will come with support for satellite communication feature.
Based on the rumors and previous leaks, it is being said that the satellite communication feature in the Huawei Mate 50 series will provide an emergency messaging service supported by the Beidou system.
The development comes after Huawei was granted a patent for “Method and Device for Satellite Communication,” and the company has also applied for several other patents related to this technology.
Huawei isn’t the only company working on offering satellite communication feature on its smartphones. Apple has also been working on something similar, which was expected to make its debut with the upcoming iPhone 14. The feature, named “Emergency Message via Satellite,” will reportedly be integrated into the Messages application as a third option along with SMS and iMessage.
The Huawei Mate 50 series flagship smartphones are set to go official in the Chinese market tomorrow, i.e. on 6th September. The devices will also come with support for better photography and will be equipped with Huawei Imaging XMAGE. The smartphones are expected to come running the company’s own HarmonyOS 3.0 operating system.
Google gave us a sneak peek at its upcoming flagships, Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro during the I/O 2022 and since then the devices have been the subject of various leaks and rumors. Recently, we saw a hands-on video with what looked like Pixel 7 prototypes. Now a new video has surfaced on Facebook which shows what appears to be the retail packaging for the Pixel 7 Pro in black.
Gadgetfull BD, an electronics store located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, shared a quick video on Facebook which shows what looks like a retail unit of the Pixel 7 Pro. In the video, a person can be seen taking a device out of a Google-branded retail box and showing off its sleek black rear panel, which features Google’s “G” logo.
The phone in the video looks identical to Google’s official renders. It is having the same visor-like aluminum camera module with two cutouts for the sensors. In addition, the handset even shows Google Pixel’s official animation sequence when it’s booted. We can also see the charging cable and the documentation bundled inside the retail box.
The video does not offer any details regarding the specification of the Pixel 7 Pro. However, previous reports suggest the device will be equipped with Google’s next-gen Tensor processor. On the front, it may feature a 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
Further, the device will sport a triple rear camera setup that may include a 50-megapixel main camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 48-megapixel telephoto sensor. Pixel 7 Pro could draw power from a 5000mAh battery that may support 33W fast charging.
The launch date of the Pixel 7 Pro is yet to be announced. It is expected to debut sometime in October alongside the Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch.
Yamaha has announced a refreshed iteration of its E-Vino electric scooter in Japan. The E-Vino is a retro-styled scooter that is only available in the Japanese market. The new updates include an expanded range and new color options, amongst others.
The Yamaha E-Vino is based on the Vino scooter which had huge followership in Japan due to its affordability and ease of use. The new model retains the great utility functionality of its predecessor with added width. It has a modest range of 32km suitable for daily urban commutes. The e-scooter weighs 68kg which is as light as it can get. Its 12.2Ah battery can be fully charged in three hours and the scooter comes with 10-inch tires. The E-Vino has a 1.2kW AC synchronous motor with a torque of 7.8Nm. The new model is expected to have a top speed higher than its predecessor.
The new colorway introduced on the E-Vino 2023 model adds some aesthetics to its design. It has a cyan and white option as well as a white and black model. Yamaha says the cyan/white design gives off an incredibly appealing look reflective of its zero-emissions objective.
The Yamaha E-Vino e-scooter 2023 edition will retail in Japan for ¥314,600 ($2,244) and would be available on September 30. The Yamaha E-Vino will be on display at Yamaha Showrooms in Japan. The range of the E-Vino and its underwhelming charging speed (three hours) could affect the reception it gets. However, it still retains its iconic retro-styled features that evince reminiscences from its fans.
Huawei has showcased its upcoming MatePad Pro 11 during the IFA 2022. The Berlin, Germany event has seen a raft of product releases in the past couple of days. The Huawei MatePad has an OLED display with a 120Hz display refresh rate. Its 11-inch screen also features Huawei Pencil, Huawei Notes, and multitasking. It will be powered by either the Snapdragon 870 or Snapdragon 888 chipsets.
The MatePad Pro 11 weighs 449g and Huawei says it is the lightest 11-inch tablet on the market. It sports a modern look with its dome ring design for the camera module. The display is a FullView 10-bit with a resolution of 2,560 x 1,600 pixels and the tablet has a screen-to-body ratio of 92%. Its camera setup consists of a 13MP autofocus primary shooter, an 8MP wide-angle camera, and a 16MP selfie shooter. The selfie camera has an 86º field of view and fixed focus.
The tablet comes with six speakers and four microphones. Intuitive gestures can be enabled in the tablet to make switching between tasks to be fast. It can accommodate four apps simultaneously in split-screen and app bubbles. Importantly, the Huawei MatePad Pro 11 will run on HarmonyOS 3 and have a RAM/ storage configuration of 8GB/128GB. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.1 and Wi-Fi 5.0. The MatePad Pro 11 has an 8,300mAh battery for extended use. The device will be charged via its USB-C port although its charging particulars are unknown.
The Huawei MatePad Pro 11 will debut in Europe on September 30 with a starting price of €649 (~$647). Pre-orders can be made from September 2 on the Huawei Online Store. Early-bird purchases will include a free Huawei M-Pencil Elegant Edition and a folio cover. It also includes a 50% discount on Huawei Care Extended Warranty. There are no global pricing and availability information beyond the Europe details at this time.
The IFA 2022 at Berlin, Germany kicked off with pomp and a decent roll call of manufacturers. Nokia licensee OffGlobal has announced its presence in the IFA 2022 with the release of the Nokia PureBook lineup of laptops. The three new laptops are the Nokia PureBook Fold, Nokia PureBook Lite, and Nokia PureBook Pro.
The Nokia PureBook Fold has a 14-inch display, the same as the PureBook Lite, while the PureBook Pro has a 15.6-inch display. The Fold and Lite models are powered by the Intel Pentium Silver N6000, while the PureBook Pro comes with an Intel Core i3 1220P. The lower chipset reflects a more affordable price than the Intel Core i3. The Core i3 is a more powerful chipset than the AMD Ryzen 5000 and features thin and affordable laptops. It is close in terms of performance to the Core i7 processors.
The three laptops offer full HD IPS screens with a 60Hz refresh rate. They offer a peak brightness of 250 nits. The FHD resolution of the three new laptops is 1,920 x 1,080 pixels while the PureBook Fold has a touch display. The Nokia PureBook lineup supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and WiFi 5. They also come with USB-C 3.2 (x2), USB-A 3.2 (x1) ports, and a 3.2mm headphone jack. The models have 8GB of RAM, a fingerprint scanner for added security, and expandable storage. The Fold and Lite models will have 128GB of SSD while the PureBook Pro has 512GB of SSD.
The PureBook Lite weighs 1.47kg while the PureBook Fold weighs 2.5kg, with the Pro model weighing 2kg. The Pro model has a 2MP camera and an aluminum top frame. The smaller models come with a 1MP camera and a plastic frame. Backlit keyboard functionality is present in the 15.6-inch model and it has a 57Wh battery with 65W charging. The Lite and Fold models, on the other hand, have a 38Wh battery with a 44W power adapter. Up to 8 hours of activity is possible on a single charge in the 14-inch models.
The Nokia PureBook series will run on Windows 11 out of the box and feature a four-speaker system for the Pro and two speakers for the smaller laptops. While it has been confirmed that the new laptops will arrive in France this month, full availability details are still sketchy. OffGlobal has also kept the pricing details of the new laptops under wraps at this time.
Last week, Amazfit unveiled its fourth generation GTS and GTR smartwatches in the global market. They arrived as the successor to last year’s GTS 3 and GTR 3. Now, the Amazfit GTS 4 is set to launch in India soon. E-commerce portal Amazon India has put up a microsite of the upcoming smartwatch suggesting that it may go official in the country soon. We can expect to learn the pricing and availability of the Amazfit GTS 4 in the coming days.
The Amazfit GTS 4 will join the GTS 4 Mini that debuted last month in India. The regular version comes with a 1.75-inch AMOLED display in a square dial. It has a metallic middle frame and a stainless steel navigation crown. The device is water resistant up to 5 meters.
On the health-centric front, the Amazfit GTS 4 is equipped with a 24-hour heart rate and SpO2 sensor along with stress levels and sleep patterns. It is capable of tracking all four metrics in one tap and monitoring the heart rate while swimming. The smartwatch offers support for more than 150 sports modes as well as smart recognition of some exercises. The Amazfit GTS 4 is equipped with industry-first dual-band circularly polarised GPS antenna. It offers six satellite positioning systems, route file import, and real-time navigation.
The Amazfit GTS 4 comes with Bluetooth calling support. It features a built-in Alexa voice assistant and runs on Zepp OS 2.0. The device comes with rich mini app ecosystem including Go Peo and games. The smartwatch is claimed to offer up to 8 days of battery life.
Like clockwork, the annual cycle of an iPhone release includes the leaks and rumours before the official launch in autumn, and Apple is no stranger in the smartphone industry. In this article, we shall be rounding up what we have known about the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max so far from the leaks and rumours ahead of launch.
iPhone 14 Pro Series Design and Colour Options
The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are said to feature very similar dimensions to the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max, whereby the Pro model is the smaller sibling, whilst the Pro Max has the bigger body, battery and screen to boot.
The construction of the iPhone 14 Pro devices is also said to be unchanged as well with a display protected by the brand’s trademarked Ceramic Shield glass for screen protection, alongside a matte fingerprint-resistant rear glass panel strengthened with a flat and glossy stainless steel frame for the most peace of mind to its utmost professional Apple users.
However, the biggest design change for this year’s iPhone 14 Pro series is most undoubtedly the removal of the notch on the front display. Leaks and rumours point to the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max sporting a new front display whereby the notch is replaced with a punch hole and pill-shaped cutout for a higher screen-to-body aspect ratio and more screen real estate for users to experience on their smartphone.
Leaked iPhone 14 Pro Series Colour Options
The pill-shaped cutout will be housing the sensors module that Apple uses for its Face ID biometric authentication, while the punch hole will house the front-facing camera used for selfies. The rear of the iPhone 14 Pro series will still have the Apple logo in the centre, and the camera island that houses the triple rear camera and LiDAR sensor setup will be located on the top left of the back.
Colour options for the iPhone 14 Pro series were recently leaked online last week, and the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are shown to be available in 5 colour options, whereby the 3 standard colours are Silver, Graphite Black and Gold colourways, and the 2 new exclusive colourways for the iPhone 14 Pro series will be a never-before-seen Dark Purple colour by Apple, and a familiar Pacific Blue colour option first introduced by Apple on the iPhone 12 Pro series back in 2020.
iPhone 14 Pro Series Specs and Pricing
Powering the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max will be Apple’s latest A16 Bionic SoC, based on a 4nm process manufactured by Apple’s industry-leading partner TSMC. The processor inside the iPhone 14 Pro is said to be Apple’s greatest processor yet with better performance, better power efficiency and better AI capabilities with an improved Neural Engine onboard.
Another improvement to the iPhone 14 Pro series is the battery. The battery onboard the iPhone 14 Pro series devices are said to be 10 to 20% larger than the iPhone 13 Pro series of smartphones, meaning that the range-topping iPhone 14 Pro Max could extend its lead in the smartphone space as the battery champion flagship once more in 2022.
iPhone 14 Pro Illustration
The charging times for the iPhone 14 Pro series are expected to improve as well. Rumours pointed to the iPhone 14 Pro series featuring 30W wired charging, up from 20W charging on last year’s iPhone 13 series, which could improve charging times by at most 50% compared to the last generation. And if you fancy wireless charging, you should have no worries with the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max as both are still expected to feature Apple’s MagSafe wireless charging which is faster on iPhones compared to Qi Wireless Charging.
Last but not least, are the cameras. The main sensor on the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are said to feature Apple’s latest 48 MP main lens, replacing the company’s traditional 12 MP lens that it has been using for almost a decade. The new 48 MP main wide camera will include features such as Focus Pixels and pixel binning technology to produce better shots whether it be daylight or nighttime. The new 48 MP sensor is also capable of bringing 8K video recording to the iPhone 14 Pro series, further bringing professional videography on iPhone to the next level.
iPhone 14 Pro Concept Render
As for the rest of the camera sensors, the iPhone 14 Pro series will be seeing a new 7-element telephoto lens replacing the 6-element lens on the iPhone 13 Pro series, an improved ultra-wide-angle camera with larger 1.4µm pixels to let more light in during low-light, as well as a front-facing camera with a better ƒ/1.9 aperture and autofocus.
iPhone 14 Pro Series Software, Storage Options and Pricing
As for software customisations, Apple fans will be glad to hear that the iPhone 14 Pro series launches with iOS 16 out of the box with Apple’s new enhanced home screen and lock screen customisation features which add a bit more uniquely sophisticated look for your device.
iOS 16 Lockscreens
Another software feature rumoured on the Apple iPhone 14 Pro series is the Always On Display (AOD) functionality, which shows the time and notifications even when the device is sleeping. The feature will not use much of the battery due that in an AMOLED, each individual AMOLED only lights up when there is a non-black output, thus that is why most AODs are black by nature. The AOD feature has been present in the Android space for a long time and is today found on devices such as the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, Xiaomi 12S Ultra, and the Redmi K50 series of smartphones.
For more news on the Apple iPhone 14 series launch, you can head on over to our iPhone 14 series launch roundup over here, or you can stay tuned to our coverage of the iPhone 14 series launch event on September 7 here on Gizmochina!
Motorola is going to announce the new Edge 30 series of smartphones on Sept. 8. Several reports have claimed that the brand will announce three devices, the Edge 30 Ultra, the Edge 30 Fusion, and the Edge 30 Neo. Before launch, Nils Ahrensmeier has shared the press renders of the Ultra and Neo models.
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
The Edge 30 Ultra can be seen sporting a curved edge display with a punch-hole placed at the top-centre position. Its back panel has a 200-megapixel triple camera unit with OIS support. For security, it is equipped with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. It appears that the device will come in two colors: black and white.
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Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
The Edge 30 Ultra will debut as a rebranded version of the Moto X30 Pro. A 6.7-inch 144Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, a 60-megapixel front camera, a 200-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 12-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera unit, and a 5,000mAh battery with 125W fast charging and 50W wireless charging support are among its major highlights.
Motorola Edge 30 Neo
The Motorola Edge 30 Neo can be seen in four colors: Black Onyx, Very Peri (Pantone color of the year), Aqua Foam, and Ice Palace. As far as design is concerned, it features a flat display with a punch-hole design on the front and an OIS-assisted 64-megapixel triple camera unit on the back.
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Motorola Edge 30 Neo
Motorola Edge 30 Neo
Motorola Edge 30 Neo
Motorola Edge 30 Neo
The Edge 30 Neo will house a 6.28-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 695 chipset, and a 4,020mAh battery with 30W fast charging support. It will feature a 32-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) dual-camera system on the back. It is likely to be priced at 399 euros in Europe.
At IFA 2022, Huawei announced that the Nova 10 and Nova 10 will be coming to the International markets. The brand is yet to announce the availability of the device in the global market, however, the pricing of both the Nova 10 and Nova 10 Pro is already out.
According to GSMArena, the Huawei Nova 10 will have a EUR 549 price tag while the Nova 10 Pro will cost EUR 699. Both phones will be available in a single memory configuration – 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. As for color options, customers will get to choose between Silver and Black colorways. Let’s take a quick look at what these devices have to offer.
Huawei Nova 10 series specs
The Nova 10 has a 6.7-inch Full HD+ OLED display. The Pro variant, on the other hand, has a 6.78-inch Full HD+ OLED display with a resolution of 2652 x 1200 pixels, and both phones have a refresh rate of 120Hz and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Both smartphones include an in-display fingerprint sensor for extra security.
The smartphones are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 4G CPU and come with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. They offer the company’s own HarmonyOS 2.0 operating system. As for the battery, the Nova 10 has a 4,000mAh battery with 66W fast charging, and the Pro model comes with a 4,500mAh battery with 100W fast charging.
For optics, both devices offer a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor paired with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. On the front, there’s a 60-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Wide 6 smartphone in South Korea. It has arrived as the successor to the Galaxy Wide 5, which debuted in September last year. Like the predecessor model, the Wide 6 features the Dimensity 700 chipset. Some of its other highlights include a 90Hz display and a 50-megapixel triple camera unit. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Galaxy Wide 6.
Samsung Galaxy Wide 6 specifications and features
The Galaxy Wide 6 has a 6.5-inch LCD display that offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The waterdrop notch on the screen houses an 8-megapixel selfie camera.
The back panel of the device has a 50-megapixel main camera. It is coupled with a 2-megapixel macro camera, a 2-megapixel depth assist lens, and an LED flash. It boots to One UI-based Android 12 OS.
Samsung Galaxy Wide 6
The Galaxy Wide 6 has a 5,000mAh battery and the device is powered by the Dimensity 700 chipset. The handset ships with 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of built-in storage, and a microSD card slot.
When it comes to security, the Galaxy Wide 6 offers features like face unlock and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The features that are available on the device include dual-SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The Wide 6 is a rebranded version of the Galaxy A13 5G, which is available in other markets.
Samsung Galaxy Wide 6 price and availability
The Galaxy Wide 6 will be available exclusively in South Korea. It is priced at KRW 349,000 (~$256) and can be purchased in colors like black, white, and blue.
The Redmi A1 is all set to go official on Sept. 6 in India. The company will also be announcing the Redmi 11 Prime and Redmi 11 Prime 5G alongside the Redmi A1. Ahead of the launch, 91mobileshas published the leaked press renders of the A1. In addition, some live shots of the device are also doing the rounds on social media channels.
Redmi A1 render by 91mobiles
The Redmi A1 press renders and live shots show that it is equipped with a punch-hole display with a thick chin and an LED flash-assisted single camera on the back. There’s no fingerprint scanner on the device. As confirmed by the brand, the rear shell of the Redmi A1 has a leather-like finish.
The publication has also published detailed information on the specs of the device. It is likely to be priced under Rs 10,000 (~$125) in India.
Redmi A1 specifications (rumored)
The leak reveals that the Redmi A1 measures 164.9 x 76.75 x 9.09mm and weighs around 192 grams. It has a 6.5-inch LCD screen with an aspect ratio of 20:9 and an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
Redmi A1 live shot
The device is powered by the Helio A22 chipset, LPPDR4x RAM, and eMMC 5.1 storage. Other reports have revealed that the device will ship with 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of built-in storage. It will come preinstalled with the Android 12 Go edition.
The Redmi A1 will be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. On the front, it will feature a 5-megapixel selfie camera, and on the back panel, there will be an 8-megapixel camera. It will offer photography features like portrait mode, short video, and timelapse. The A1 will support other features such as dual SIM, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, FM radio, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
After the Asus ROG Phone 6 series launch, the brand is gearing up to debut the ROG Phone 6D series in the global market. The launch is scheduled for September 19th, however, renders and key specs of the ROG Phone 6D and ROG Phone 6D Ultimate have already leaked.
Now, the devices have also appeared on Bluetooth SIG certification. The listing reveals that the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will come with model numbers AI2203_D and AI2203_B. The vanilla 6D model on the other hand will have AI2203_A and AI2203_C model numbers. Both devices will feature Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.
The listing does not reveal any further information about the upcoming gaming phones. So, let’s take a look at what’s known so far.
Asus ROG Phone 6D series specs
Asus has already confirmed that the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will be the first gaming smartphone to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset. In comparison to the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 equipped ROG Phone 6 Pro, the device’s AnTuTu score of 11,46,594 points is 2-3% higher.
The ROG Phone 6D’s 65W fast charging capacity was disclosed by a 3C listing. Other specifications are expected to remain the same as the non-D models, which means the new smartphones will likely have a 6.78-inch FHD+ 165Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP Sony IMX766 camera, and a 6,000mAh battery unit.
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