ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 with up to 6000Mbps speed launched in India

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Sep 5, 2022

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 WiFi-6 router has launched in India. It is a premium router packed with top-of-the-line features. The device is aimed at gaming enthusiasts and those who want a strong and stable internet connection.

The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 has a drone-like look. There is a ROG text and logo on the top. The device features the brand’s Aura RGB lighting effects. There are four antennas surrounding the router.

Internally, the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 is equipped with Broadcom 2.0 GHz quad-core 64-bit CPU and the company’s newest Broadcom WiFi 6 chipsets. The device features ASUS RangeBoost Plus which improves signal range and overall coverage. There is also triple-level game acceleration which accelerates game traffic. The router is capable of delivering wireless rates up to 6000Mbps and it contains two 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports. It also supports both WAN and LAN integration.

The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 is compatible with any ASUS AiMesh to establish a complete whole-home mesh WiFi network. This will help increase network coverage, get rid of dead zones, and provide a fast, reliable network across the entire house. Additionally, gamers will enjoy lower ping times and decreased latency during gaming sessions.

The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 is priced at Rs 38,000 and will be available for purchase starting this month from online retailers, partners, and authorised ASUS stores.

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POCO M5 with Helio G99 launched in India, M5s announced for global markets

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 5, 2022

POCO M5 and M5s smartphones have launched today. The former has debuted in India while the latter has been announced for the global market. The POCO M5 also borrows the same back panel design from the M4 Pro 5G. Meanwhile, the POCO M5s is a rebranded variant of the Redmi Note 10S. Read on to know what both devices offer out of the box.

Beginning with the POCO M5, it has a 6.58-inch IPS LCD display bearing a waterdrop notch, a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The screen is shielded by Gorilla Glass 3. The device supports Widevine L1 certification for streaming HD content on OTT platforms. The smartphone features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button.

On the optics front, the POCO M5 features a 50MP primary sensor paired with 2MP depth and 2MP macro lenses. It has an 8MP front-facing selfie camera.

Under the hood, the POCO M5 is powered by an Helio G99 chipset paired with up to 6GB RAM and up to 128GB storage with support for a microSD card slot. The phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

As for the POCO M5s, the device comes with a centre-aligned punch-hole AMOLED display measuring 6.43-inches. The smartphone sports a quad-rear camera setup comprising a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro, and a 2MP depth lens. There is a 13MP selfie camera on the front.

Internally, the POCO M5s is equipped with an Helio G96 chipset. It packs 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage onboard. The device draws its power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 33W fast charging.

In India, the POCO M5 starts at Rs 10,499 for the base 4GB + 64GB variant and the 6GB + 128GB option costs Rs 12,499. The device will go on sale from Flipkart starting September 23rd. On the other hand, the POCO M5s costs EUR 209 ($207) and EUR 229 (~$227) for the 4GB + 64GB and 4GB +128GB variants respectively. The 6GB + 128GB configurations costs EUR 249 (~$246).

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ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE with 12th gen i9, 240Hz display launched in India

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Viraj Gawde

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Sep 5, 2022

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (Special Edition) has launched in India. It packs powerful and top-of-the-line specifications meaning that it is made for hard-core gamers. The machine comes with a high refresh rate display, 12th-generation Intel Core processors, large storage, a cooling system, and more. The special edition laptop also features a stealth redesign.

The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE boasts a 17.3-inch LCD display bearing a WQHD resolution. It offers a 240Hz refresh rate, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, 3ms response time, and Dolby Vision HDR support. Design-wise, the ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE sports an aluminium lid with a stealth redesign. It has a ROG slash pattern that hides a lot of Easter Eggs behind the invisible ink. ASUS has included a UV flashlight that can be used to expose hidden messages in the cypher on the lid of the laptop. The machine also comes with a rubberised grip and RGB lightning bar.

The ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE features a full-sized backlit keyboard along with a dedicated number pad. There are also five dedicated gamin-related hotkeys on the top left side. On the audio front, the laptop is equipped with Dolby Atmos-powered quad-speakers

Under the hood, the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE houses the 12th generation Intel Core i9 processor paired with a 16GB GDDR6 NVIDIA GeForce RTX3080 Ti GPU onboard. The laptop packs 32GB DDR5 RAM and up to 4TB SSD storage. The machine is equipped with Liquid Metal Conductonaut Extreme on both CPU and GPU as well as a vapour cooling chamber for heat dissipation. The ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE comes with MUX Switch that significantly reduces in-game latencies and boosts performance.

Connectivity options on the ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE include a ThunderBolt 4 port, USB-C port, two Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1 port, Keystone, DisplayPort, WiFi-6E, and Bluetooth 5.2. The laptop is backed by a 90WHr battery with support for 330W charging.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE pricing and a]vailability

The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE carries a price tag of Rs 3,59,990 for the 1TB + 1TB model whereas the 2TB + 2TB variant costs Rs 3,99,990. It is available for purchase from ASUS e-shop, Amazon, Flipkart, ASUS exclusive stores, major offline retailers.

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Vivo Y22 launched with a 90Hz display, Helio G85, 50MP dual rear cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 5, 2022

Vivo has unveiled the Vivo Y22 smartphone in Indonesia. The front side of the device features a teardrop notch display. It has an attractive rear shell, which is resistant to fingerprint marks and scratches, according to Vivo. Some of the main features of the Y22 include a 90Hz display, the Helio G85 chipset, and 50-megapixel triple rear cameras.

Vivo Y22 specifications and features

The Vivo Y22 measures 164.3 x 76.1 x 8.38mm and weighs around 180 grams. It has a 6.55-inch LCD panel that produces an HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It comes preloaded with Android 11, which is overlaid with the FunTouchOS 12 UI.

The Y22 has an 8-megapixel camera on the front for selfies and video calls. Its back panel has a 50-megapixel main camera, which is coupled with a 2-megapixel macro camera and an LED flash. The device offers photography features such as night mode (front and back), portrait mode, 50MP mode, bokeh, macro, panorama, time-lapse, and eye autofocus.

The MediaTek Helio G85 powers the Vivo Y22. The phone offers 4 / 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB of storage. The device supports up to 2 GB of extended RAM. For more storage, the device is equipped with a dedicated microSD card slot.

The Y22 has a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. Other features include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, face unlock, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and an IPX4/X5 rated waterproof and dust resistant chassis.

Vivo Y22 price and availability

The Vivo Y22’s base model (4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage) costs IDR 2,399,000 (~$161) in Indonesia. There is no information on the price of the 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition. It will be available for purchase soon in the country in color variants like Starlit Blue, Summer Cyan, and Metaverse Green.

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Anker Launches the Anker Nano3, New 30W Fast Charger Starting At Only 119 RMB (18 USD)

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Leo Wong De Quan

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Sep 5, 2022

Anker, the globally renowned consumer electronics manufacturer based in the Hunan province of China, announced the Anker Nano 3, the brand’s latest GaN fast charger in its official launch event in China today.

Anker Nano 3 Photo JPG — Source: Anker China

The Anker Nano 3 is a 30 W GaN compact fast charger from the company. As the name suggests, it only weighs in at a very light 30 grams and is 28.5 mm x 28.5 mm x 35.5 mm in dimensions. The charger only has one output charging port and it is a USB-C port that can deliver up to 30 watts of power.

Accompanied by the lightweight compact form factor are some very vibrant color options to choose from. The Anker Nano 3 30 W is available in 5 different colors to choose from, which are Shadow Black, Aurora White, Nature Green, Lavender Purple, and Morning Mist Blue.

Anker Nano 3 30W colours JPG — Source: Anker

As a lightweight travel adapter, the Anker Nano 3 also features connector pins that can be folded when not in use and unfolded when you need to connect to a power outlet.

As for the performance of the Anker Nano 3, Anker is making some bold claims that the Nano 3 can charge the iPhone 13 Pro Max from dead to 50% in half an hour, the M2 Macbook Air from dead to 50% in 58 minutes, and the iPad Air M1 (5th Generation) from dead to 50% in 45 minutes.

The specific charging standards of the Anker Nano 3 are listed as 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 15V/2A, 20V/1.5A whilst PPS charging support is 3.3V to 11V across 3A (30 W Max), or 3.3V to 16V across 2A (30 W Max).

The Anker Nano 3 also goes by two other model names as well which are respectively, the Anker 511 Charger, and the Anker A2147 Charger.

The Anker Nano 3 goes on sale from today onwards in China starting from 119 RMB (18 USD) and comes with an official 24-month warranty for the charger in China.

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Huawei Mate 50 Series May Offer 5G Support Via Cases

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Sep 5, 2022

Newer Huawei phones are limited to 4G connectivity due to the sanctions imposed by the US government. However, a company named SoyeaLink sells a case for Huawei P50 Pro, which enables 5G support. According to certifications, this firm will release similar cases for the upcoming Huawei Mate 50 series.

Three new 5G cases from SoyeaLink have been certified by China’s MIIT (Ministry of Industry and Information Technology). They bear model numbers SY108-618, SY108-658, and SY108-688.

These cases are expected to be designed for Huawei Mate 50, Huawei Mate 50 Pro, and Porsche Design Huawei Mate 50 RS. According to reports, there will be a fourth device called Huawei Mate 50e. Hence, there may not be a 5G case for it.

As per leaks, all the aforementioned Mate 50 series models will be powered by Qualcomm chipsets. The vanilla, Pro, and Porsche Design variants are said to house a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. Whereas, the Mate 50e is tipped to feature a Snapdragon 778G chip.

These two system-on-chips come with a 5G modem as standard. But on the forthcoming Huawei smartphones, 5G connectivity will be disabled on them. Hence, the SoyeaLink cases.

The SoyeaLink case for the Huawei P50 Pro weighs 52g and measures 3.2mm in thickness. It features a 5G model with an eSIM. It runs on a 1.35GHz dual-core CPU and supports sub-6GHz 5G (NSA and SA). It is priced at ¥800 ($115).

Similar specs and prices are expected for the yet-to-release three cases for the Huawei Mate 50 series.

boAt Storm Pro Call Smartwatch with 60Hz AMOLED Display, Bluetooth calling launched in India

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Sudhanshu

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Sep 5, 2022

boAt has launched a new smartwatch in the Indian market called the boAt Storm Pro Call smartwatch. As the name suggests, the smart wearable comes with a Bluetooth calling feature and comes with a relatively affordable price tag. So, let’s take a look at all that it has to offer.

boAt Storm Pro Call Smartwatch specs & features

The boAt Storm Pro Call smartwatch has a 1.78-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 368 x 448 and a refresh rate of 60Hz. The device has a rectangular dial, a 70% RGB color gamut, a 70% screen-to-body ratio, and a 2.5D curved display. It has a metallic body and comes with an interchangeable silicone strap.

The Bluetooth calling feature combined with a built-in speaker and microphone allows users to pick up and make calls and talk directly from their smartwatch. Other features of the smartwatch include 700+ sports modes, a 24×7 heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor, and sleep monitoring. The smartwatch also has a live cricket score feature that gives live score updates.

The Storm Pro Call is rated to last up to 10 days on a single charge, and there is an ASAP charge that charges the device in just 30 minutes. The watch also integrates with Google Fit and Apple Health. The watch also includes 100+ cloud-based watch faces, weather updates, audio management, camera control, call, text, and other notification mirroring from the connected smartphone, an IP68 rating, and guided breathing exercises.

Price & availability

The boAt Storm Pro Call smartwatch costs Rs 3,799 and is currently available for purchase on Flipkart and the boAt website. It is available in three different colors: black, blue, and red.

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Dizo Watch R Talk, Watch D Talk live images & Indian pricing leaked

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Sean

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Sep 5, 2022

Dizo is planning on launching its first ever Bluetooth calling enabled smartwatches in India soon. The company has been gearing up to launch two models in the Indian market, which includes the new Watch R Talk and Watch D Talk.

The brand has just recently teased that it would be releasing the two Bluetooth calling based smartwatches. However, it had yet to reveal any finer details regarding these wearable devices. Now, a new report from MySmartPrice has revealed live images and pricing details for the two smartwatches. The information apparently arrives from its industry sources who shared the images and pricing details for India.

The source stated that the Dizo Watch D Talk is the more affordable model out of the two models and will be priced under 4,000 INR. On the other hand, the more expensive Watch R Talk will be priced somewhere under 5,000 INR. Furthermore, both smartwatches will be available for around 500 to 1,000 INR discount during its first sale, thanks to an introductory launch offer. The two smartwatches will be officially unveiled later this week on September 7.

For those unaware, the Dizo Watch R Talk will sport a 1.3 inch AMOLED display that has 500 nits peak brightness and 360 x 360px resolution. Furthermore, it has a circular panel that also supports Always on Display. As per official claims, the upcoming watch will also have a battery life of 10 days with normal usage and 5 days with the Bluetooth calling feature. Other features include, noise cancellation for calls, stable connection, 120 percent large speaker driver for clear sound, and support for voice assistants.

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Redmi’s first Pro Gaming Laptop to Launch on September 7

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Sep 5, 2022

Back in July, Redmi launched the Redmi G 2022 gaming laptop in China featuring 12th Gen Intel H-series processors. Now, the brand is teasing the release of the Redmi G Pro Ryzen Edition. For the unaware, this is the company’s first Pro-series gaming laptop. Hence, the name does not include a year.

The Redmi G Pro Ryzen Edition gaming laptop has been confirmed to launch in China on September 7. It has been also revealed to house AMD Ryzen 7 6800H CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU.

Apart from these two parameters, the brand is yet to disclose anything about its upcoming gaming laptop. In fact, it hasn’t even teased the design yet.

Rumors say that the Redmi G Pro will be almost identical to the Redmi G 2022, except for processor and GPU.

If the rumors are true, then the forthcoming laptop will arrive with a 16-inch 2.5K 165Hz display, full-size backlit keyboard, 2 x 2W speakers, HD (720p) webcam, Thunderbolt 4, MiniDP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and more.

Either way, just like the previous Redmi G gaming laptop models, this one will also most likely remain China-exclusive. Since official service is not available in international markets, it does not make sense to import it either.

Realme GT Neo 3T launching soon in India, landing page goes live

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Sudhanshu

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Sep 5, 2022

It has been a month since Realme started teasing the Realme GT Neo 3T for the Indian market. Now, the brand has finally revealed a landing page for the smartphone. This indicates that we can expect the launch to happen within the coming days.

Realme GT Neo 3T specs & features

The Realme GT Neo 3T made its international debut a few months back with its launch in Indonesia. The GT Neo 3T features a 6.62-inch AMOLED E4 screen with a Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,300 nits of brightness, and a 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut. As for security, it has an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

Under the hood, the phone houses a Snapdragon 870 chipset complemented by 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, up to 5 GB of extended RAM, and 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It has a 5,000mAh battery, which carries support for 80W fast charging. The device comes preinstalled with Android 12 OS and Realme UI 3.0.

For optics, the phone 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, the device has a 16-megapixel camera for snapping selfies.

The exact launch date and pricing of the device are still under wraps, however, considering that it launched for IDR 5,499,000 ($380) in Indonesia, we can expect it to debut with a price tag under Rs. 30,000.

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Mysterious phone with 1.5K display, new 4nm Dimensity 8-series chip in works, could be Realme GT Neo 4

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 5, 2022

Today, well-known Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station shared key information about an upcoming upper mid-range phone. While he did not specify the device’s name, the comments section of his Weibo post suggests that it is the Realme GT Neo 4.

According to the tipster, an upcoming smartphone will support a 1.5K resolution. Its screen could be equipped with curved edges and a punch-hole. The smartphone will be powered by the 4nm Dimensity 8-series chip. The device will be backed by a large battery that supports 100W charging.

The mysterious phone may support 1.5K resolution of 1220 x 2712 pixels like the recently released Redmi K50 Ultra. MediaTek’s Dimensity 8000 and Dimensity 8100 are 5nm chipsets. So, it looks like the device might have a new Dimensity 8-series chip, which may be announced soon.

It is still unclear whether it is the Realme GT Neo 4. The GT Neo 2 was unveiled in September. Hence, it appears that it could be the Neo 4. There is a possibility that it may not be a Realme phone, but a Redmi K60 series handset. Hence, it is advisable to digest the leak with a pinch of salt.

Meanwhile, Realme is gearing up to launch the Realme GT Neo 3T in India. The landing page for the smartphone has appeared on Realme India’s website. The specifications of the device are already known since it was unveiled to the global market a few months ago. The GT Neo 3T will offer key features such as a 6.62-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, a Snapdragon 870 chip, 64-megapixel triple cameras, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W charging support.

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Logitech G Cloud handheld cloud gaming console key specs leaked

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Sean

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Sep 5, 2022

Logitech had previously announced that it will be working with Tencent to launch a new handheld gaming console. Now, a new leak has revealed some key specs of this upcoming console as well as its design.

Logitech-Tencent Cloud Gaming Handheld Console — G Cloud

The original first images of the company’s first handheld gaming console was shared by Evan Blass. Although, his tweets got DMCA striked, which basically confirms that his leak was accurate. Following this, Kuba Wojciechowski managed to uncover a lot more details regarding the upcoming Logitech handheld cloud gaming console than the original Evan Blass tweet. Apparently, the brand plans on called the device the “G Cloud,” which basically hints at its primary functionality.

Over the last couple of weeks, this handheld gaming console has even been spotted on various online platforms, ranging from benchmarking on GeekBench, to even Google Play Console, the FCC, and the USPTO certification websites. Based on these listings, Wojciechowski has stated that the Logitech G Cloud console will be powered by a large 6,000mAh battery pack under the hood. Furthermore, the front will sport a 6.9 inch display that has a 1080p resolution and a 320 PPI pixel density.

The listings also revealed that the G Cloud handheld gaming console will feature WiFi 5 standards, packs 4GB of RAM, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G SoC, which is a mid range chipset from 2019. Apparently, the company believes that this chipset will be capable enough to run cloud based video game titles. Finer details regarding the console is still unknown, although it is believed that the G Cloud will run on Android 11 OS.

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Realme C33 price leaks ahead of September 6 launch

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Sudhanshu

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Sep 5, 2022

Realme will host an Indian launch event tomorrow (September 6). The brand plans to launch the Realme Watch 3 Pro, the Buds Air 3 Pro, and the Realme C33 smartphone. A day before the official launch, the pricing of the Realme C33 has been leaked.

The Flipkart listing of the Realme C33 was recently spotted by 91mobiles. The listing has now been pulled down, however, the publication was able to capture screenshots revealing pricing and many other details.

Realme C33 price in India

According to the listing, the Realme C33 will have a price tag of Rs 11,999 for the 4GB + 64GB model. The device will also have a 3GB+32GB version which could cost around Rs. 10,999. The phone will be available in Gold and Black, but there will also be an Aqua Blue color option. As per the listing, the phone will come with a 5% cashback when purchased with a Flipkart Axis Bank card.

Realme C33

According to the listing, the Realme C33 will have a 6.5-inch HD+ display and will be powered by the Unisoc T612 chipset with 3GB/32GB storage and a 4GB/64GB option. The internal storage capacity will be expandable to 1TB.

The phone will sport a 5000mAh battery and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security. The Realme C33 will sport a 50MP primary camera and a 5MP front-facing camera for selfies and video chats. Earlier rumors indicated that the handset will weigh 187 g and be 8.3mm thick. The remaining details will be unveiled in tomorrow’s launch event, so stay tuned.

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Apple to announce highly anticipated AirPods Pro 2 on September 7: Report

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Sean

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Sep 5, 2022

Apple is gearing up to unveil its latest iPhone 14 series later this week. However, it seems that alongside the new smartphone lineup, the company will also be finally revealing its second generation of AirPods Pro earbuds as well.

The news arrives from the Power On newsletter from Bloomberg writer Mark Gurman. For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant is set to launch four new iPhone models on September 7. During this major event, the brand is also expected to announced the 10th generation of iPad as well as the new iPad Pro 2022 and the Apple Watch Series 8. But apparently, it appears that the company is also planning on launching the AirPods Pro 2 as well.

Based on what we know so far, the AirPods Pro 2 will feature Active Noise Cancellation similar to its predecessor, and its also rumored to offer a Transparency Mode as well. Furthermore, its rumored that the highly anticipated second generation of AirPods Pro will also feature a major bump in battery life. The original AirPods pro offered more than 24 hours of audio playback and 18 hours of talk time when paired with the charging case.

There have also been rumors of the AirPods Pro 2 dropping the iconic stem design as well. Although, it appears that might not be the case since Apple typically houses the chips and the Active Noise Cancellation feature in the stem itself. However, there might be a smaller charging case that will be capable of emitting sound when the owner uses the Find My application if it gets lost.

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OnePlus Nord Watch design revealed by tipster ahead of launch

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Sudhanshu

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Sep 5, 2022

OnePlus is rumored to launch a new smartwatch soon dubbed the OnePlus Nord Watch. Renders and key specs of the wearable have previously leaked revealing that the smartwatch will come in five different variants.

Now, tipster Mukul Sharma has shared the reference qualified design of the upcoming Nord Watch.

The smartwatch has a generic rectangular design and is revealed to have a unique-looking strap. The designs indicate three color options – Black, White, and Gold.

This smartwatch looks quite similar to the early renders of the OnePlus Nord Watch, which means that it could have a 368×448 pixel resolution display.

The Nord Watch is rumored to have all the monitoring features like a SpO2 sensor, heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking. A recent Bluetooth SIG listing has revealed that the device will have model number OPBBE221 and will feature Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity. Other features of the watch will include a SpO2 sensor, heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking. It will also come with a new companion app called the OnePlus N Health app. Last but not the least, the smartwatch is rumored to be priced between Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 8,000.

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OnePlus Ace Pro Gift Box Launched in Collaboration With Razer

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Sep 5, 2022

OnePlus has announced a new gift box in collaboration with Razer. This China-exclusive gift box is for the brand’s latest smartphone — OnePlus Ace Pro (aka OnePlus 10T). Priced at ¥4,299 ($620), the box is up for reservations. It will go on sale at 10 AM on September 9.

The new OnePlus gift box is officially called ‘OnePlus Ace Pro x Razer Ace Player Gift Box.’ It contains the following items.

OnePlus Ace Pro (16GB + 512GB) in Moonstone Black
OnePlus 18W Freezing Point Cooling Back Clip
Razer Gaming Fingertips in Cool Black

The contents of the box are not as interesting as the box itself. Because the uniquely designed box has RGB lighting elements. These elements change color under different lighting environments.

All three Oplus group brands, namely Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme are known for limited editions and gift boxes. But unfortunately, these variants of smartphones rarely make their way to international markets.

Even if they do, they are most likely limited to India and Southeast Asian nations. Hence, the only way to grab these special products is by importing them from China by paying a premium.

Anyway, you can at least get the phone as the OnePlus 10T is available in all markets where the brand has its presence. It starts at $699, £629, and ₹49,999 in different regions.

Xiaomi 13 series to feature multiple 50MP cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 5, 2022

Xiaomi is working on its next flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 13 lineup. Reports have claimed that the lineup may debut as early as November of this year. The rumor mill has been gradually leaking information about the Xiaomi 13 series. Today, tipster Digital Chat Station shared key information on the camera configuration of the series.

In December 2021, Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. The company also unveiled the Xiaomi 12X featuring the Snapdragon 870. The Xiaomi 12 has a 50-megapixel main camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 5-megapixel telephoto macro camera. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide snapper, and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera.

According to Digital Chat Station, the Xiaomi 13 series will be equipped with multiple 50-megapixel cameras. There is a model featuring a 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel dual-camera setup and there’s another model with a 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel triple camera unit. These devices may arrive in the Chinese market with the Xiaomi 13 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro monikers.

The Pro model will likely be equipped with upgraded main and telephoto cameras. The tipster also spoke about another Xiaomi 13 series phone, which appears to be the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. He claimed that the device would be equipped with upgraded camera modules and sensors.

Recent reports have revealed that the Xiaomi 13 will have a 6.36-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with curved edges, whereas the Xiaomi 13 Pro will be equipped with a 6.7-inch Samsung E6 AMOLED display with curved edges. It will support a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Both devices are likely to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The series may house a single-cell battery that supports 100W charging and 50W wireless charging. It is not clear whether the series includes a successor model for the Xiaomi 12X.

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Motorola Edge 30 Ultra promotional video leaked ahead of launch

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Sean

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Sep 5, 2022

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.

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— Evan Blass (@evleaks) September 2, 2022

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.

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Rant: Oppo’s Reno 8Z is the Exact Same as Last Generation’s Reno 7Z

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Leo Wong De Quan

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Sep 5, 2022

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?

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.

Don’t believe it? Here’s a comparison table for you to check the specs yourself.

	Oppo Reno 7 Z 5G	Oppo Reno 8 Z 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	159.85mm x 73.17 mm x 7.55 mm, 173g	159.9 mm x 73.17 mm x 7.66 mm, 181g
DISPLAY	6.43 inch AMOLED, 60Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, FHD+, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 430 nits brightness (typical), 600 nits (peak)	6.43 inch AMOLED, 60Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, FHD+, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 430 nits brightness (typical), 600 nits (peak)
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G	Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
MEMORY	8 GB LPDDR4X RAM + 128 GB UFS 2.2 Storage	8 GB LPDDR4X RAM + 128 GB / 256 GB UFS 2.2 Storage
SOFTWARE	ColorOS 12, based on Android 12	ColorOS 12, based on Android 12
PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY	USB Type-C 2.0, Bluetooth 5.1, 3.5mm headphone port, NFC, GPS, WiFi 5, 3G/4G LTE/5G	USB Type-C 2.0, Bluetooth 5.1, 3.5mm headphone port, NFC, GPS, WiFi 5, 3G/4G LTE/5G
CAMERA	64 MP (main) + 2 MP (mono) + 2 MP (macro), 16 MP (front)	64 MP (main) + 2 MP (mono) + 2 MP (macro), 16 MP (front)
BATTERY	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 7 Z colours — Oppo 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 F21 Pro 5G – India, April 2022
OnePlus Nord N20 5G – North America, April 2022
Oppo Reno 7 Lite – Europe, April 2022
Oppo Reno 8 Lite – Spain, June 2022
Oppo Reno 8 Z 5G – Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines), August 2022

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.

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Realme reveals roadmap for Realme UI 4.0 rollout to first batch of smartphones

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Jeet

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Sep 5, 2022

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:

August 2022: Realme GT 2 Pro
September 2022: Realme GT Neo 3 150W, GT Neo 3, GT Neo 3 Naruto Limited Edition, and Realme GT 2
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.

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