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Redmi 11 Prime 5G goes on first sale in India – pricing, offers & specs

Last week, Redmi launched the Redmi 11 Prime series in the Indian market. The series consists of the Redmi 11 Prime and the Redmi 11 Prime 5G. Out of the two, the 5G variant is now available for purchase in India. So, let’s take a look at the pricing and offers.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G

Redmi 11 Prime 5G pricing & offers

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G costs Rs 13,999 in India for the 4GB + 64GB configuration. The device also comes in a 6GB + 128GB option that costs Rs 15,999. It is available to purchase from Amazon, the Mi Store, and will also come to offline stores like Mi Home stores.

Xiaomi is providing an instant discount of Rs 1,000 with ICICI Card transactions as a launch offer.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G specs

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G is a rebranded Redmi Note 11E from China, which also goes by the name Redmi 10 5G in Southeast Asia. It has a 6.58-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 90Hz refresh rate, and a dewdrop notch.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G

The device has an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 700 CPU with an integrated Mali G57 GPU. The chipset is complemented by up to 6GB of LPDRR4X RAM and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. On the software front, the device boots the Android 12-based MIUI 13. It has a 5,000 mAh battery and 18W fast charging support.

For optics, the device features a 50MP main camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 5MP selfie camera. Other features on the smartphone include dual-SIM connectivity, 5G, WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, microSD card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, Galileo, Glonass, and Beidou.

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Realme C30s pricing leaked ahead of September 14 launch

Realme is gearing up to launch a new budget-range device in India called the Realme C30s. The device is set to launch on September 14, at 12 PM IST, and the company has also revealed some key specs of the device. Now, a new report has surfaced that reveals the pricing of the upcoming device.

Realme C30s

According to TheCluesTech, the handset will be available in two RAM and storage configurations: 2GB of RAM with 32GB of storage and 3GB of RAM with 32GB of storage. The base model will cost Rs. 7,999 (2GB RAM and 32GB storage), while the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage variant will cost Rs. 8,799.

Realme C30s specs

So far, the product page of the Realme C30s reveals that the smartphone will feature a 6.5-inch display with a dew-drop notch. Given that this is a low-cost phone, we can assume an HD+ screen with a standard 60Hz refresh rate. The display will have 16.7 million colors and an 88.7% screen-to-body ratio.

The phone will feature a large 5,000 mAh battery and will accommodate a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security. On the software side, the handset will run on Realme UI S Edition, based on Android 12.

For optics, the C30s will feature a single 8MP camera on the back of the device along with an LED flash. On the front, it will feature a 5MP camera. Details about the chipset of the device are still under wraps. However, we can expect it to come powered by a UNISOC T612 SoC. Lastly, the official site has unveiled two color options so far: blue and black.

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Steve Job’s daughter takes a jab at Apple, calls iPhone 14 identical to iPhone 13

Apple has just recently announced its highly anticipated iPhone 14 series. But soon after the Far Out event earlier this week, Eve Jobs, the daughter of Steve Jobs took to social media to call out the brand for basically launching the iPhone 13 again with just a different number.

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The daughter of the founder of the Cupertino based giant shared a meme on her Instagram handle. Here, the meme carried the caption “Me upgrading from iPhone 13 to iPhone 14 after Apple’s announcement today,” and also included an image in which a man can be seen opening presents and finding the same exact shirt as the one he’s already wearing. In other words, Eve Jobs took a jab at Apple and called out the iPhone 14 for basically being a new iPhone 13 model.

This isn’t new for the iPhone maker, since it always faces a high number of trolls on social media and other platforms after its annual smartphone launches. With the brand using the same iconic design for the iPhone for the past couple of years, the new iPhone launches every year practically look identical to one another. Meanwhile, the sole difference is typically related to the internal specifications.

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However, this situation is further made worse for Apple considering it launched the base iPhone 14 model with the same A15 Bionic chipset that is found in the last year’s iPhone 13. Although, the company claims that the new model offers enhanced performance and improve power efficiency. But it seems like to many, it still feels like the same smartphone being relaunched.

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Apple iPhone SE 2022 gets a price hike in India

In March 2022, Apple launched the iPhone SE 2022 smartphone in the global market. The device was launched in India at a starting price of Rs 43,900. Several months after its initial release, Apple has raised the price of the iPhone SE 2022 by Rs 6,000 across all storage configurations. This price hike comes days after the launch of the new iPhone 14 series.

iPhone SE (2022)

The company did not provide any explicit reasons for the price increase, but one can guess it is due to the widening difference between the value of the rupee and the US dollar. Moreover, rising component and logistics costs may be factors contributing to the price increase.

iPhone SE 2022 Price in India

The price for the 64GB base model has been increased from Rs. 43,990 ($552) to Rs. 49,990 ($628). Similarly, the 128GB model now costs Rs 54,900 ($691) instead of Rs 48,900 ($615) and the 256GB model price has been hiked from Rs 58,900 ($740) to Rs 64,900 ($816).

iPhone SE 2022 specs

The SE 2022 has a 4.7-inch Retina display with an HD+ resolution (1334 x 750 pixels), 326 ppi pixel density, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display is surrounded by thick top and chin bezels. The home button located on the chin of the device, is integrated with the Touch ID fingerprint sensor. The device is powered by the A15 Bionic chip and runs on iOS 15.

On the back of the iPhone SE 2022 is an OIS-enabled 12-megapixel camera. It can record 4K videos at 60 frames per second. The phone’s front-facing camera is a 7-megapixel FaceTime camera. In terms of connectivity, it has 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, and a Lightning port. Finally, it boasts an IP67-rated water-resistant design.

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Redmi Pad global launch tipped; variants, price leaked

Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi is gearing up to launch its first-ever tablet, which is tentatively called the Redmi Pad. Reports have claimed that it will be launched soon in China. However, a new report by Pricebaba reveals that it will also be released in the global markets. It has revealed the variants and pricing of the Redmi Pad’s global edition.

According to the publication, the Redmi Pad will arrive in Europe in two options: 3 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. Both models are said to be priced between 250 euros and 350 euros. It will come in the sole Grey color only. The report also claims that the Redmi Pad will be made available in 4G and 5G variants.

Xiaomi 12T Pro, Redmi Pad leaked image
Alleged Redmi Pad with the upcoming Xiaomi 12T Pro

Shown above is a leaked render of the alleged Redmi Pad that surfaced earlier this month. The image suggests that it could be equipped with a metallic body. A power button and a volume rocker can be seen along its edges. It is believed that the Xiaomi device with the 22081281AC model number, which was certified by the 3C authority in China last month, could be the Redmi Pad.

Redmi Pad specifications

Reports have claimed that the Redmi Pad could be equipped with a new MediaTek MT8781 chipsetv, which is said to be similar to the Helio G99 SoC. It is likely to pack a 7,800mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging support.

The Redmi Pad is said to be equipped with an 11.2-inch LCD screen that offers a 2K resolution. It is expected to come preinstalled with the Android 12 OS and MIUI Pad 13. The back panel of the device seemingly features an 8-megapixel camera without an LED flash.

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iQOO Z6 Lite 5G price in India leaked before September 14 launch

The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G will be announced as the world’s first Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 phone on Sept. 14 in India. It will be made available for purchase through iQOO India’s website and Amazon India. A new report by Onsitego has leaked the price of the device.

iQOO Z6 Lite 5G price in India

According to the publication, the iQOO Z6 Lite 5G will come in two options. The base model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage will cost Rs 13,499 (~$195). The higher 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage model will be sold for Rs 14,999 (~$188). Hence, it will be made available in India as one of the most affordable 5G-ready phones. Here is a look at the specifications of the iQOO Z6 Lite 5G.

iQOO Z6 Lite 5G specifications (rumored)

iQOO Z6 Lite 5G
iQOO Z6 Lite 5G

 

The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G is expected to arrive with a 6.58-inch display that offers an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display notch is likely to house an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

The rear shell of the device has a 50-megapixel main camera, which could be accompanied by a 2-megapixel macro / depth sensor. The phone will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W rapid charging. It will come preloaded with the Android 12 OS with FunTouch OS 12 on top. The device is expected to arrive with support for 2 GB of virtual RAM.

The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 powered device is expected to come with 4 GB / 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. For heat dissipation, it will be equipped with a 4-component cooling system.

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Motorola Edge 30 Ultra launched with 200MP camera, SD8+G1, 125W charging

Motorola has announced the Edge 30 Ultra in the global market. It is a rebranded version of the Moto X30 Pro, which debuted in China in August. The Edge 30 Ultra is the world’s first smartphone to feature a 200-megapixel camera. In addition, it comes with several exciting features, such as a 144Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, and 125W fast charging. Continue reading ahead to know all about its specifications, features, and price.

Motorola Edge 30 Ultra specifications and features

The Edge 30 Ultra is blessed with a 6.67-inch P-OLED panel with curved edges and a centrally positioned punch-hole. The screen supports a Full HD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, 394 ppi pixel density, 1250 nits of brightness, a 144Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch sampling rate, 10-bit colors, DCI-P3 color gamut, and HDR10+ support. The phone offers a 92.12 screen-to-body ratio.

Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra

The Edge 30 Ultra has a 60-megapixel OmniVision OV60A front-facing camera, which supports 30fps 4K selfie video recording. The rear-facing triple camera unit of the device has an OIS-assisted 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP1 primary camera with an f/1.95 aperture. It is assisted by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom. The ultra-wide camera doubles up as a macro camera. The Edge 30 Ultra can shoot up to 30fps 8K videos.

The latest Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 powers the Edge 30 Ultra. It comes with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 and up to 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The device is backed by a 4,610mAh battery that supports 125W TurboPower charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. The 125W charger is included in the retail box of the device.

Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra

The Edge 30 Ultra comes preinstalled with the Android 12 OS, which comes with support for Ready For functionality. The device will receive two OS upgrades. It comes with other features such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port.

The Edge 30 Ultra has an IP52/7 rated chassis. It features Gorilla Glass 5 panels on the front and back with a metallic frame in between. The handset measures 161.76 x 73.5 x 8.39mm and weighs 198.5 grams.

Motorola Edge 30 Ultra price and availability

The Edge 30 Ultra can be purchased in Interstellar black and Starlight White colors. The 128 GB variant of the device costs 899 euros.

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Apple A16 Bionic disappoints in performance, Geekbench result reveals

A couple of days ago, Apple launched the iPhone 14 series globally. The devices pack new features like emergency satellite connectivity, a refreshed UI experience, camera improvements, and the A16 Bionic chipset on the Pro models, to name a few.

iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro

The devices are yet to reach the customers. However, someone has already managed to install and run Geekbench on a Pro model. So let’s take a look at the performance.

Apple A16 Geekbench

The well-known tipster Ice Universe has shared a Geekbench result of what appears to be an A16 Bionic-powered iPhone. It is unclear if it is the Pro or the Pro Max model; however, the benchmark in itself isn’t that impressive. The new chip scores 1879 points on the single-core test and 4664 points on the multi-core test. For comparison, the A15-equipped iPhone 13 Pro/Pro Max models usually manage scores of around 1730 points on the single-core tests and 4700 points on the multi-core tests.

If this is indeed the Geekbench score of an A16-equipped iPhone, it might answer the question of why Apple chose to compare the chipset to the older A13 Bionic rather than the A15 Bionic chipset of last year. The company might have opted to go with more efficiency rather than performance this time around, as it has claimed that the chips consume 20% less power than before.

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Motorola Edge 30 Fusion flagship killer launched, offers curved OLED 144Hz display, SD888+, 68W charging

The Edge 30 Fusion is the latest flagship killer smartphone from Motorola. Some of its major highlights include a 144Hz OLED panel with curved edges, Snapdragon 888 Plus, 50-megapixel triple cameras, and 68W fast charging. Here are all the details on the specifications, features, and price of the Edge 30 Fusion.

Motorola Edge 30 Fusion specifications and features

The Edge 30 Fusion has a 6.55-inch P-OLED display with curved edges. It offers an FHD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, 409 ppi pixel density, 144Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate, 10-bit colors, DCI-P3 color gamut, 1100 nits of brightness, and HDR10+ support. The punch-hole display offers a screen space of 91.89 percent. It comes with security features like face unlock and an under-display fingerprint sensor. The device has a metallic frame and is equipped with Gorilla Glass 5 panels on the front and back.

Motorola Edge 30 Fusion
Motorola Edge 30 Fusion

Under the hood, the Edge 30 Fusion features the Snapdragon 888 Plus mobile platform along with 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM. The phone offers 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It comes preloaded with Android 12 OS and is entitled to receive two OS upgrades. The device houses a 4,400mAh battery, which supports 68W rapid charging.

The Edge 30 Fusion’s rear shell has a 50-megapixel main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a 13-mgeapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It supports up to 30fps 4K UHD video recording. For selfies, the device offers a 32-megapixel selfie snapper.

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Motorola Edge 30 Fusion-

The Edge 30 Fusion has dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support. The other features available on the device include the Ready For feature, IP52-certified chassis, dual SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, and USB-C. It measures 158.48 x 71.99 x 7.45mm and weighs 175 grams. This phone is a rebranded version of China’s Moto S30 Pro.

Motorola Edge 30 Fusion price and availability

The Edge 30 Fusion comes in four colors: Solar Gold, Neptune Blue (with Vegan Leather), Aurora White, and Cosmic Grey. It is priced at 599 euros in Europe.

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ASUS ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro now up for pre-order in the United States

A couple of months back, ASUS launched its latest flagship smartphones, dubbed ASUS ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro. Now, the premium flagship devices from the brand are finally being made available for purchase in the United States.

The company has started taking pre-orders for the ASUS ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro smartphones with a starting price of $999, but the shipment date suggested is towards the end of next month. So, those who pre-order the device will have to wait for a few weeks before they can get their hands on the phone.

Asus Rog Phone 6 Pro

Coming to the specifications, the smartphones feature a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED panel with a 165Hz refresh rate, 720Hz touch sampling rate, and an in-display fingerprint scanner for security. There’s also 111% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, HDR10+ support, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

Under the hood, the devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 processor. The standard model packs up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, while the Pro model offers up to 18GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

In the camera department, both the phones feature a triple-camera setup on the back that consists of a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor, which is paired with a 13-megapixel ultrawide lens and a 5-megapixel macro camera. On the front side, there’s a 12-megapixel Sony IMX663 sensor for taking selfies and video calling.

The smartphones come with dual front-facing speakers, triple microphones, Dirac Virtuo spatial audio, and a headphone jack. The devices run the Android 12-based ROG UI and offer IPX4 water resistance. They are powered by a dual cell unit with a total capacity of 6,000mAh and have support for 65W fast charging.

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Motorola Edge 30 Neo launched with 6.28-inch OLED 120Hz display, 64MP dual cameras, 68W fast charging

The Motorola Edge 30 Neo has gone official. Unlike the Edge 30 Ultra and Edge 30 Fusion, which are rebranded versions of the Moto X30 Pro and S30 Pro that are available in China, the Edge 30 Neo is an entirely new device. It is a compact device featuring a 120Hz OLED display, a Snapdragon 6-series chipset, dual rear cameras, and 68W fast charging.

Motorola Edge 30 Neo specifications and features

The Edge 30 Neo has a 6.28-inch P-OLED display with a punch-hole design. It supports a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a refresh rate of 20:9, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a touch sampling rate of 240Hz. It has a 95.6 percent screen-to-body ratio. For security, it offers features as an in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock.

Motorola Edge 30 Neo
Motorola Edge 30 Neo

One the front, the Edge 30 Neo has a 32-megapixel selfie camera. The rear shell of the device has an OIS-enabled 64-megapixel primary camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera with 120-degree that doubles as a macro snapper, and an LED flash. It supports up to 60fps Full HD video recording.

The Edge 30 Neo will be powered by the Snapdragon 695 mobile platform and come with 8 GB of RAM. The device packs 128 GB of storage and a 4,020mAh battery that supports 68W fast charging. The phone also supports 5W wireless charging.

Motorola Edge 30 Neo
Motorola Edge 30 Neo

On the connectivity front, the Edge 30 neo offers features like dual SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, GPS, and a USB-C port. The phone offers an Android 12 OS out-of-the-box experience, which tags along with support for Ready For feature. The device will receive Android 13 and Android 14 OS upgrades.

For audiophiles, the Edge 30 Neo comes equipped with dual stereo speakers. The IP52-rated chassis of the Edge 30 Neo measures 152.9 x 71.2 x 7.75mm and weighs around 155 grams.

Motorola Edge 30 Neo price and availability

The Edge 30 Neo comes in four colors, such as Very Peri, Black Onyx, Ice Palace, and Aqua Foam. In Europe, the device is priced at 369 euros.

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Redmi G Pro Gaming Laptop Ryzen Edition now available for purchase in China

A couple of days back, Xiaomi launched its new Redmi series laptop in its home market China, dubbed Redmi G Pro Gaming Laptop Ryzen Edition. Today, it is officially available for purchase in the Chinese market.

The high-end laptop is priced at 7,599 yuan, which roughly converts to $1,094. As the name itself indicates, the device is made especially for gamers and comes with a powerful set of specifications.

Redmi G Pro Gaming Laptop Ryzen Edition

The Redmi G Pro Ryzen Edition features a 16-inch LCD panel that supports a screen resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels along with a high refresh rate of 240Hz. It also comes with support for 100% sRGB color gamut, 500nit brightness, 10bit color depth, DC Dimming, and HDR 400 certification.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the AMD Ryzen R7-6800H processor, coupled with RTX 3060 6G 130W graphics processor. In terms of memory, the device packs 16GB dual-channel DDR5-4800 RAM and 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD.

It also comes with four heat pipes and dual 12V fans to ensure the temperature remains in check even under heavy load. There’s a USB-C port with 100W PD support, three USB-A 3.2 Gen2 ports, one USB-A 2.0 port, a Mini DP 1.4 port, HDMI 2.0 port, an SD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone hack along with a network port and a DC power port.

Coming to the software department, the device runs the Microsoft Windows 11 operating system out-of-the-box. The laptop, which weighs 2.66kg and measures 28.45mm in thickness, is powered by an 80Wh battery and comes with a 330W power adapter.

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Xiaomi 12S vs Motorola S30 Pro: Specs Comparison

Every day that passes, the Motorola S30 Pro becomes more attractive thanks to its quality price ratio. It is a very well balanced phone and it has very powerful hardware, which is why a lot of experts tend to consider it as their purchase. And that is also the reason why we decided to write several comparisons including this device. Today, we chose the Xiaomi 12S because, given that it is the vanilla variant of the 12S series, it has a very interesting price just like the Motorola. So, here you can find a comparison between the main specifications of the Xiaomi 12S and the Motorola S30 Pro which will highlight the differences between these two phones and let you understand which one fits your needs the most.

Xiaomi 12S vs Motorola S30 Pro

Xiaomi 12S Motorola S30 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.2 mm,
179 g
158.5 x 71.2 x 7.5 mm,
172 g
DISPLAY 6.28 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), P-OLED
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, octa-core 3.19 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+, octa-core 2.99 GHz
MEMORY 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB
SOFTWARE Android 12, MIUI Android 12, MYUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA Triple 50 + 13 + 5 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.4 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.5 front camera
Triple 50 + 13 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY 4500 mAh, fast charging 67W, and wireless charging 50WW 4400 mAh, Fast Charging 68W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES 5G, dual SIM, reverse wireless charging 5G, dual SIM, splash and dust resistant

Design

When it comes to aesthetics, the Xiaomi 12S is very interesting because it is one of the most compact flagships, thanks to the presence of a smaller display. It is also built with premium materials: glass for the rear cover (protected by Gorilla Glass Victus) and aluminum for the frame, and there is also a special color option with a leather back. The Motorola S30 Pro is bigger and chunkier, but it is still very nice thanks to its curved screen at the edges, like several top-tier flagships. Further, it has a glass back protected by Gorilla Glass 5 and it is splash and dust resistant. It is even thinner and lighter than its rival. Which one has the best design? It mostly depends on your tastes: do you prefer a curved screen at the edges or a more compact body with a higher build quality?

 

Display

On paper, the Xiaomi 12S looks to have a better display in terms of image quality. It has a 6.28-inch panel able to show up to 68 billion colors with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and the HDR10+ certification, as well as the Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The only advantage of the Motorola Moto S30 Pro is the higher 144 Hz refresh rate, but for the rest, it looks inferior. It has a P-OLED display with one billion colors, a Full HD+ resolution, the HDR10+ certification, and a diagonal of 6.55 inches. However, you should note that the 12S is not for everyone due to its small 6.28-inch display. Both devices are equipped with an in-display fingerprint reader, but the Xiaomi 12S is the only one with stereo speakers on board.

 

Specs & Software

The most powerful processor is mounted on the Xiaomi 12S. It is a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 mobile platform, currently the best chipset by Qualcomm, built with a 4 nm production process. It has an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X2 CPU running at a max frequency of 3.19 GHz, three Cortex A710 CPUs running at a frequency of 2.75 GHz, four Cortex A510 CPUs running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 730 GPU. The SoC is paired with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512 GB of UFS 3.1 native storage. With the Motorola Moto S30 Pro, you actually get a Snapdragon 888 Plus mobile platform by Qualcomm built with a 5 nm production process. It is not as powerful as the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, but it is not so far. It has an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X1 CPU running at a max frequency of 2.99 GHz, three Cortex A78 CPUs running at 2.42 GHz, four Cortex A55 CPUs running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 660 GPU. The highest-end memory configuration is the same and both the phones run Android 12 out of the box.

 

Camera

The camera setup of the Xiaomi 12S is slightly better than the one found on the Motorola Moto S30 Pro. The handset has a triple camera setup including a 50 MP main sensor with OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide camera, a 5 MP telephoto macro lens, and a 32 MP selfie shooter. With the Motorola, you get a 50 MP main camera with OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide sensor, a 2 MP depth sensor, and a 32 MP selfie snapper.

 

 

 

Battery

Despite the Xiaomi 12S being a smaller phone, it has a bigger battery than the Motorola S30 Pro. And, given that it has a smaller display and a more efficient chipset, it should last more on a single charge in several scenarios. The wired charging speeds of these two phones are similar, but the Xiaomi 12S is the only one to support wireless charging, with a power of 50W.

 

Price

The Xiaomi 12S carries a starting price tag of €570/$570 at the actual change, while you need just €330/$330 to purchase the base configuration of the Motorola Moto S30 Pro. If we exclude the dimensions and if you like having a compact phone, the Xiaomi 12S wins this comparison, but with a lower value for money.

 

 

Xiaomi 12S vs Motorola S30 Pro: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi 12S

PRO

  • More compact
  • Better chipset
  • Wireless charging
  • Stereo speakers

CONS

  • Price

 

Motorola S30 Pro

PRO

  • 144 Hz refresh rate
  • Splash and dust resistant
  • Wider display
  • Better connectivity

CONS

  • Inferior chipset

 

 

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Meizu Lifeme W21 Neckband Bluetooth headset with noise cancelation launched 

The Meizu Lifeme W21 Bluetooth headset with a solid coaxial moving coil has been announced. This comes on the heels of the unveiling of the Meizu’s Lifeme flagship store on TMall.Meizu Lifeme W21 Bluetooth headset

The Lifeme W21 Bluetooth headset sports a neck-mounted design with connecting cables to the earplugs. The cable is made of super-touch liquid silicone while the earplugs are lightweight. The ergonomic design of the W21 Bluetooth headset means you can use it for the long haul. Its battery can provide up to 22 hours of playtime on a full charge.Meizu Lifeme W21 Bluetooth headset

The neckband has a metal back shell with CNC process molding and a matte black anodized surface. The Meizu Lifeme W21 has a 10mm+6mm coaxial moving coil which enables the device to output deeper and low-frequency audio. The headset also features environmental noise cancellation (ENC) in an intelligent and efficient manner. It is also rated IPX4 water resistant with magnetic absorption also present. The Bluetooth headset can be customized via its App. The EQ settings can be adjusted, as well as headset search and get OTA upgrades through the app.Meizu Lifeme W21 Bluetooth headset

The Meizu Lifeme W21 Bluetooth headset is available for preorder at a price of 159 yuan ($23) via the Lifeme flagship store on TMall. Its affordability, long battery life, and great audio output are some of the strong points of the product. For now, the product will only be available in China. Availability in other markets may follow subsequently.

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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II with improved noise cancellation launched

The new Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will make its way to the market later this month. The earbuds offer improved noise reduction capacity and are now available for pre-order. The product has been the subject of speculation recently.Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II is the successor of the 2020 QuietComfort Earbuds. The refreshed model comes in a more elegant and slimmer design. The new Bose earbuds offer a six-hour battery life similar to the QuietComfort Earbuds. The company claims the QuietComfort Earbuds II offers a better noise cancellation than any consumer headphones on the market.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

The earbuds are designed to measure the geometry of the user’s inner ears every time they are used. It then calibrates the sound profile and active noise cancellation (ANC) to the unique ear shape. Up to 81 different fits are possible when using the stability bands for the ear tips to deliver high-quality ANC.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

The new Bose earbuds come with a charging case that can fully recharge the device three times, while the case itself can be charged via USB-C. The earbuds also feature customizable EQ settings, IPX4 water resistance, and on-bud touch controls.

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ASUS ROG Phone 6 Batman Edition could launch soon, renders leaked

ASUS launched the ROG Phone 6 back in July. Now, the Taiwanese firm is reportedly gearing up to bring a special edition of the smartphone. A new report has shared the design renders of the ROG Phone 6 Batman Edition, revealing the smartphone will feature a new batman-inspired theme and skins. The handset will likely feature the same specifications as the original model. Let’s have a look at the details.

Leaker Evan Blass, in collaboration with 91mobiles, has shared design renders of the upcoming ASUS ROG Phone 6 Batman Edition. The report suggests the smartphone’s software will be batman-themed. However, we don’t see many changes in the overall design of the device.

ASUS ROG Phone 6 batman edition

As it can be seen in the renders, the ROG Phone 6 Batman Edition is having an all-black design with the same bold lines and geometric shapes on the back. The name ‘Batman’ is present at the back under the RGB logo with a black background. All in all, the design of the phone is almost the same as the original ROG Phone 6.

The device is going to come with the same specs as the ROG Phone 6, which means we can expect it to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 + Gen 1 SoC, paired with Adreno 730 GPU, up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

It will likely come with a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display offering a 165Hz refresh rate, and a 720Hz touch sampling rate support. The display may be protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. For photography, it may have a triple-camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 main camera, a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 5-megapixel macro unit.

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA WalkingPad (Armrest version) with a load-bearing capacity of 110kg

Xiaomi first launched the MIJIA WalkingPad in 2019 in collaboration with WalkingPad. The company released several models of the MIJIA WalkingPad Treadmill and later on WalkingPad continued releasing products without the MIJIA branding. Xiaomi has now released a new generation of MIJIA WalkingPad Armrest version. The product was officially launched on Thursday (September 8) in China. It is presently up for pre-orders for 1,399 yuan (~$201). The product is expected to go on sale on September 15.MIJIA Treadmill Armrest version

The MIJIA WalkingPad Armrest version uses a carbon steel alloy integrated armrest that can bear a heavy load and is stable and durable. The device retains the foldable design for which previous models are known. It does not need to be installed when it is unboxed after purchase. It can be easily folded and stored by pulling the lock. Also, the safety handle design is stable and comfortable.

In addition, the armrest version of the MIJIA Treadmill is equipped with a touch panel for controlling the device. The display is a high-brightness LED dot matrix display, which can display the exercise speed value, time, and calories burned in real-time.MIJIA Treadmill Armrest version

In terms of core power, the MIJIA WalkingPad Armrest version is equipped with a brushless motor with a running speed of 6km/h and a load-bearing capacity of 110kg. In other respects, the new armrest version has a compact body, covers an area of ​​0.8 square meters, has a softer movement sound, and supports a connection to the MIJIA app.

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Next-gen Sony Xperia Pro with triple 48-megapixel sensors could launch in November

Sony recently unveiled the Xperia 5 IV with some welcome improvements. Now, rumors are rife that the Japanese tech giant is working on another smartphone and it may be launched in November. The rumored smartphone is said to be the successor to the Xperia Pro-I, which was launched last year. The device’s moniker is not known yet, and we’d rather not speculate.

According to a tipster, the alleged Sony Xperia smartphone will come with a triple rear camera setup, featuring improved sensors (Via GSMArena). The device is said to have three 48-megapixel sensors. Interestingly, one of the three cameras will have a variable aperture between f/1.2 and f/4.0.

Sony Xperia Pro-I Camera
Sony Xperia Pro-I Camera

Further, the tipster reveals the primary camera will have the company’s 1-inch IMX903 sensor and the ultrawide unit will feature the 1/1.3-inch IMX803 sensor. The telephoto camera, on the other hand, will be an upgraded version of the 1/1.7” IMX557, which was also seen on the Xperia 1 II and Xperia 5 IV.

Details about the Xperia smartphone are still pretty short. As of now, we only know the alleged camera specifications of the smartphone. As mentioned, it will likely launch as the next-gen Sony Xperia Pro-I, which came with a 6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED display offering a 120Hz refresh rate.

The handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC paired with 12GB of RAM. In terms of optics, the device features a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 12-megapixel 1-inch sensor accompanied by a 12-megapixel sensor, and a 12-megapixel sensor. While on the front, it has an 8-megapixel snapper for selfies and video calls.

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Lenovo Xiaoxin Ergonomic Chair C5 with a 135° adjustable back rest launched

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Ergonomic Chair C5 has been announced. The chair is designed for maximum comfort both for work and as a gaming chair. The product was unveiled through a crowdfunding campaign in China.Lenovo Xiaoxin ergonomic chair C5

The Xiaoxin Ergonomic Chair C5 can slant from its 90° position by up to 45°. This allows the user to even catch a nap while having a break from work. Its double-back design supports the waist and back effectively. The bionic curve of the backrest fits the spine and will reduce fatigue. Three adjustments between 90° and 135° are possible on the chair.Lenovo Xiaoxin ergonomic chair C5

The widened backrest of the ergonomic chair C5 adopts adaptive lumbar support while the curved lumbar pillow wraps the waist in all directions. Its streamlined seat cushion provides minimal local pressure and a dynamic fit. The Xiaoxin C5 is comfortable to use, stable, and durable. It has a 4mm-thick explosion-proof base and Rheinland-certified air rod. The PU universal wheel of the chair is solid and it has a maximum capacity of 125kg.Lenovo Xiaoxin ergonomic chair C5

As mentioned earlier, the Lenovo Xiaoxin ergonomic chair C5 can now be pre-ordered via the crowdfunding campaign. The price of the chair is 699 yuan ($101) and it is unclear when the first shipments will be done. Global availability details are also lacking at this time.

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Xiaomi CIVI 2 passed CMIIT certification, could launch soon

Back in 2021, Xiaomi launched a female-focused series of smartphones called Xiaomi CIVI. The latest entrant to the series was the CIVI 1S, which was launched in April as an upgrade over the original model, carrying an improved chip and a new color option. According to a report, the tech giant is now working on the next-generation Xiaomi CIVI 2, which has also received CMIIT certification today, suggesting it will launch soon.

Noted tipster Mukul Sharma has spotted the Xiaomi CIVI 2 on China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (CMIIT) website. The smartphone has been listed on the site with model number 2209129SC.

Xiaomi Civi 1S
Xiaomi Civi 1S

The listing also reveals some obvious information about the smartphone like it will support 5G connectivity and have a dual sim card option. The device will be running on Android OS (of course), likely the Android 12 with MIUI skin on top.

Rumors suggest the upcoming Xiaomi CIVI 2 will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset. For reference, the CIVI 1 came with a Snapdragon 778G SoC, and the CIVI 1S featured Snapdragon 778G+ chip.

In addition, the CIVI 2 is said to sport a 120Hz OLED panel offering a Full HD+ resolution and Dolby Vision. It will likely have a curved AMOLED panel just like the existing CIVI models. The OLED panel may feature a fingerprint scanner for security.

The camera details of the device are yet to be known but it will likely arrive with a solid camera setup. To recall, the CIVI 1S has a triple rear camera setup comprising of an OIS-enabled 64MP primary shooter, an 8MP Sony IMX355 ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, it boasts a 32MP Sony IMX616 snapper with autofocus and dual soft light.

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