On August 18th, Realme held a launch event for the Realme 9i 5G smartphone and the TechLife Buds T100 earphones. The brand was also expected to debut the Watch 3 Pro at this event, however, its launch apparently got canceled.
Now, the company has confirmed that the Watch 3 Pro will be launching on September 6 at 12:30 PM IST. The design of the Watch 3 Pro has already been unveiled via a microsite and a render leak. A recent leak also shared information about the display of the upcoming smartwatch. So, let’s take a look at the details.
Realme Watch 3 Pro specs
According to reposts, the Watch 3 Pro will have an AMOLED display to keep the power consumption low, giving the smartwatch long battery life. The screen will be 1.78-inches in size and will have a resolution of 368 x 448 pixels. The refresh rate of this panel is said to be 60Hz, and the brightness is expected to be around 500 nits. We can also expect thick bezels around the display as the wearable is tipped to have a 68.7 percent screen-to-body ratio.
Other than the leaks, the microsite has confirmed that the smartwatch will have a metal body and a physical button on the right side. It will also feature built-in GPS and Bluetooth voice-calling capabilities.
Vivo is going to flood the budget smartphone market with its Y series devices. The Chinese manufacturer recently launched the Vivo Y35 and Vivo Y16 4G in India. Now, a new smartphone, dubbed Vivo Y75s has been spotted on 3C, TENAA, and Google Play Console Certification sites, hinting at an imminent launch. Let’s look at all the details.
MySmartPrice has spotted a new Y series smartphone called Vivo Y75s on multiple certification sites including China’s 3C, TENAA, and Google Play Console with model number V2069BA. The 3C listing reveals the handset will come with support for 18W fast charging.
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The TENAA listing of the phone confirms it will have a triple-camera setup on the back. It has a rectangular camera module that has two circulars and one squircle camera cut-out. While on the front, it can be seen to have a waterdrop-notch display.
The Vivo Y75s is listed as a 5G phone that will support multiple bands, including N1, N28, N41, N78, etc. Moreover, the device could also have a 5000mAh battery. The moniker of the device suggests it will be an upgraded version of the Vivo Y75 5G that was launched earlier this year.
To recall, the Vivo Y75 5G features a 6.58-inch IPS LCD notch display with a Full-HD+(1080 x 2408 pixels). Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
For photography, it sports a triple camera system at the rear consisting of a 50MP primary lens, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP bokeh lens. While on the front, it has a 16MP selfie camera. It is backed up by a 5,000mAh battery and has support for 18W fast charging.
RAEGR has launched a twin wireless charging stand for both iPhones and Qi-enabled devices. The RAEGR MagFix Arc M1600 can be used as a MagSafe charger for compatible iPhones as well as to charge other devices wirelessly. It is a premium and stylish wireless charging stand and its launch is coming just after the release of the MagFix Arc wireless chargers.
Made of tempered glass, the MagFix Arc M1600 can charge two devices simultaneously and has anti-skid rubber support to the floor. It uses powerful neodymium magnets to securely attach MagSafe-compatible iPhones while the pad is used for Qi-enabled devices. The stand can also function as a mobile stand for work and play. It can charge devices between 5W and 15W charging speeds. It also has overcurrent, overvoltage, overheating, and short circuit safety features for enhanced protection of your gadgets.
You can charge your iPhone 12, 13, and the incoming iPhone 14 series via the MagSafe arm of the charging stand. The wireless charging stand has a USB-C port and a 1-year warranty. You can purchase the RAEGR MagFix Arc M1600 wireless charging stand in India for Rs. 3,999 (~$50) directly from RAEGR or via Amazon India. RAEGR says the new device is built with precision and elegance that ensures the safe charging of your high-end iPhones and Androids. The product can also serve as an office desktop stand for greater versatility.
Samsung is rolling a fresh Android 12 update to the Galaxy S22 series, which includes the Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. The new update brings a couple of new features to the camera and other improvements. Samsung has added a telephoto lens in rear hyperlapse mode and also improved the QR scanner for better navigation. Let’s take a look at all the details.
Samsung recently announced through a community post that Galaxy S22 series will be receiving a latest Android 12 update (Via GSMarena). As per the company, the new update will add telephoto camera support for the hyperlapse mode.
The hyperlapse mode in the Galaxy S22 series smartphones already supports recording through wide and ultrawide cameras, but the new update will enable an additional 3X zoom option. In addition, Samsung confirmed it is working on a new feature called Astro Hyperlapse, that will allow users to click super-artistic photos of the night sky.
Galaxy S22 Series
Furthermore, the company improved QR code scanning in the camera. The QR scanner will now have a bigger scanning area and offer a tap-to-scan option in case the app fails to find the code on its own. The update also addresses a bug in the Camera app’s QR code scanner, which prevented users from scanning a QR code if the Camera app detected a document.
Lastly, the update improves HDR Performance and color reproduction. It also optimizes Memory usage and AI Performance in Photo, Video, and Night modes as well.
Samsung has already started rolling out the update in South Korea and it is expected to reach other regions very soon. However, the company is yet to share a timeline for a wider timeline.
Mobile WiFi devices are rapidly growing in prominence and Huawei is further expanding its offering in China. The Chinese tech giant has just announced the Mobile WiFi 3 which comes with a 2,400mAh battery for extended use. The Huawei Mobile WiFi 3 is lightweight and compact which further reveals its versatility.
The Huawei Mobile WiFi 3 has a SIM slot that enables the device to be connected to the internet. The device is compatible with multiple networks in China including China Mobile, Unicom, and Telecom. It offers a network speed of up to 150Mbps, making it seamless to view content, listen to music, and do other activities on the web. The Mobile WiFi 3 has a large 2,400mAh battery which is a significant improvement from the previous iteration of the model. In addition to the Huawei intelligent power-saving algorithm, users are assured of enjoying their browsing for longer periods be it watching videos, playing games, or just reading content from the web.
The Mobile WiFi 3 can be charged via USB-C which is quite convenient. It can connect up to 16 devices simultaneously. This ranges from phones, laptops, tablets, and smart home devices. Its multiple connections do not affect the data quality, as stuttering is absent.
The Huawei Mobile WiFi 3 is priced at 369 yuan (~$54) and can be purchased directly from Huawei as well as via JD.com. However, the device lacks 5G network capabilities, as it is 4G-rated. This means that it does not have access to the super-fast options available in 5G networks.
Samsung might soon announce the Galaxy A04s smartphone. But ahead of it, a new report has leaked has detailed specifications as well as renders of the upcoming smartphone. Galaxy A04s will be debuting as the successor to the Galaxy A03s that was launched last year. Let’s have a look at all the details.
A new report by Pricebaba reveals the full specs sheet of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A04s. The smartphone is said to be an upgrade over the Galaxy A04 that was launched recently. The publication also shared renders that reveal the phone will have a triple rear camera setup and a waterdrop-notch display.
Samsung Galaxy A04s Specifications (Expected)
As per the report, the Samsung Galaxy A04s will flaunt a 6.5-inch display offering an HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The display will be protected by Gorilla Glass 3. Under the hood, the smartphone will be powered by an octa-core Exynos 850 processor. The chipset will be paired with up to 3GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. Users will also be able to expand the storage up to 1TB with the help of a microSD card.
For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A04s will have a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel portrait camera. While on the front, there will be a 5-megapixel shooter for selfies and video calls.
The device will be fueled by a 5,000mAh battery and support 15W fast charging. On the software front, the smartphone will run on OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12 OS. For security, the Galaxy device will have a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
The Samsung Galaxy A04s will be available in Noir and Blanc colors. As for the price, the smartphone is tipped to cost around EUR 179 ( roughly Rs 14,262) for the 3GB + 32GB option.
Tecno is reportedly gearing up to launch the Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition in India next month (September). It will likely have the same specifications as the Camon 19 Pro but will flaunt an entirely unique design. The Mondrian edition smartphone uses polychromatic photoisomer technology that enables it to change color in sunlight, something Vivo has been doing for years.
MySmartPrice, citing industry sources, claims that Tecno is preparing to launch a new smartphone dubbed, Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition in India in September. The exact launch date is yet to be specified.
Further, the publication claims the smartphone will feature the same specifications as the Tecno Camon 19 Pro that was launched earlier this month. In addition, the company has already revealed the design of the phone through a Youtube video.
The phone can be seen to have multiple rectangular blocks on the back. In normal conditions, the phone is having a white colored back panel but in the presence of sunlight, its back panel changes colors. Unlike the Vivo’s V25 Pro, the Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition shows multiple colors when exposed to sunlight. The overall design of the phone looks quite interesting and premium.
Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition Specifications (Expected)
Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition will flaunt a 6.8-inch tall IPS LCD panel offering Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate support. Under the hood, it will be powered by a Mediatek Helio G96 processor coupled with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of inbuilt storage.
For photography, it will have a triple-camera setup on the back consisting of a 64MP main camera sensor with support for optical image stabilization (OIS), a 50MP portrait sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. While on the front, it will feature a 32MP shooter for selfies and video calls.
The Camon 19 Pro Mondrian edition will be fueled by a 5000mAh battery and support 33W fast charging support. It will Android 12-based HiOS 8.6 out of the box.
The festive season is about to begin across the world. Hence, multiple smartphone launches are expected in the next couple of months.
As of writing this article, 7 different brands have already scheduled launch conferences in September. We may see the announcement of multiple phones at some of these events.
Apart from the confirmed launches, there are also several rumored releases. We have compiled all of them in one place.
Since the festive season is a revenue generator for firms, handsets of all varieties will go official in the coming days. We are looking forward to smartphones spanning across different categories and price segments.
With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the smartphones that are either officially confirmed or expected to launch in September 2022.
Sony has scheduled a phone launch for September 1 at IFA 2022. The company is expected to announce the Xperia 5 IV, the fourth generation of its compact flagship smartphone.
Not much is known about this device, except that it will arrive with an around 6-inch display, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C port, WiFi 6, and NFC with support for FeliCa.
We don’t have to wait longer to know everything about this phone as it will be the first to go official in September.
2. Poco M5 Series
The Poco M5 series has been confirmed to debut on September 5 in multiple markets. The lineup consists of two models, namely Poco M5 and Poco M5s.
Out of the two devices, the M5s will be a rebranded Redmi Note 10S with some tweaks. Whereas, the M5 will be a new handset powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC.
We are looking forward to learning more about the duo in the coming days.
3. Redmi 11 Prime 5G
Redmi Note 11E
The Redmi 11 Prime 5G is heading to India on September 6. The device is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 11E. This phone also goes by Redmi 10 5G in Southeast Asia.
It comes with a 6.58-inch FHD+ 90Hz display (LCD), MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, 50MP (wide) + 2MP (depth) dual-camera setup, 5MP selfie camera, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, MIUI, 5,000mAh battery, and 18W wired charging support.
4. Huawei Mate 50 Series
Huawei Mate 40 Pro
The Huawei Mate 50 series is set to fo go official on September 6 in China. A total of four phones are expected, such as Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro, Porsche Design Mate 50 RS, and Mate 50e.
The first three models are said to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. Whereas, the e-variant is tipped to house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chip. Either way, all of them will be limited to 4G connectivity.
Unlike earlier, leaks regarding Huawei products have become rare. Therefore, not much is known about the next-gen premium smartphones from the company.
5. Apple iPhone 14 Series
iPhone 14 Pro | Source: Jon Prosser x Ian Zelbo
Apple has scheduled an event for September 7. The company is expected to debut four new iPhones, namely iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
The new Max model is rumored to replace the Mini. Further, only Pro and Pro Max are said to bring more improvements, like redesigned notch (punch-hole and pill), A16 Bionic SoC, better ultra-wide camera, and 48MP main camera to name a few.
As Apple products are not known for accurate leaks, we will have to wait until the launch event to learn everything about these forthcoming smartphones.
6. Motorola Edge 30 Series
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra | Source: Roland Quandt
Motorola is teasing the launch of new Edge series smartphones on September 8 in multiple markets. Initially, only Edge 30 Ultra and Edge 30 Fusion were expected. Now, as per a new leak, this duo will be accompanied by Edge 30 Neo.
The Edge 30 Ultra and Edge 30 Fusion are nothing international variants of Moto X30 Pro and Moto S30 Pro sold in China. Whereas, the Edge 30 Neo will be a new handset.
7. Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate
Asus ROG Phone 6
The Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate is set to go official on September 19. As the name suggests, the handset is a variant of the ROG Phone 6 Ultimate.
According to leaks and teasers, the device will only differ in terms of the chipset. It will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Plus chip instead of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC.
Apart from the silicon, the ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will be likely the same as the ROG Phone 6 Ultimate.
8. Realme GT Neo 3T
Realme GT Neo 3T
The Realme GT Neo 3T was teased to launch in India in August. But now, it appears that the handset will be released in the region in September.
The device is a rebranded Realme Q5 Pro sold in China. It comes with a 6.62-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, Android 12, 64MP main camera, 16MP selfie camera, 5,000mAh battery, and 80W fast wired charging support.
9. Oppo A17K, A57e, and A77s
The Oppo A17K is expected to release as a successor to Oppo A16K. Not much is known about the handset, except that it will be a 4G-only smartphone.
It may arrive with an HD+ display (LCD), MediaTek or UNISOC chipset, either a single or dual camera setup, and a large battery.
Further, the Oppo A57e is tipped to be a variant of the Oppo A57. It is said to cost ₹13,999 in India.
It is not known how it will differ from the original model. We can expect it to come with a large display, huge battery, single or dual camera system, and more.
Finally, the Oppo A77s is expected to be a variant of the Oppo A77. As of now, we only know two things about it.
The device will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery and it will carry support for 33W wired charging.
10. iQOO Z6 Lite 5G and iQOO Z6 Pro SE
iQOO Z6 Pro 5G
The iQOO Z6 Lite 5G is tipped to be a tweaked version of Vivo T1x with support for 5G connectivity. It is said to go official in the second week of September in India.
Whereas, nothing is known about the iQOO Z6 Pro SE. As per its name, it could be a lite variant of the regular iQOO Z6 Pro.
11. Samsung Galaxy A04s, Galaxy A04 Core, and Galaxy M04
Samsung Galaxy A04
A few days back, Samsung announced the Galaxy A04. This handset is now expected to be accompanied by two models in the series, namely Galaxy A04s and Galaxy A04 Core.
Going by their names, the Galaxy A04s model could be a better version of the vanilla Galaxy A04, while the Galaxy A04 Core will likely be a lite variant.
Lastly, Samsung is also said to debut Galaxy M04, which could be a rebranded Galaxy A04.
12. Xiaomi 12T Series
Redmi K50 Ultra
The Xiaomi 12T series in the news for a very long time. However, the company is yet to disclose the launch date. Going by its predecessors, the lineup will most likely go official in September.
According to reports, the Xiaomi 12T Pro will be a tweaked Redmi K50 Ultra with a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP1 primary camera. On the other hand, the vanilla Xiaomi 12T is rumored to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra SoC and a 108MP main camera.
13. Redmi A1 and Poco C50
Redmi 10A
The Redmi A1 will be an entry-level smartphone from Xiaomi. It is said to arrive with a MediaTek Helio A22 chipset and Android 12.
The device is also expected to launch as Poco C50 with cosmetic changes.
Xiaomi has announced a crowdfunding campaign for the MIJIA Wireless Car Washing Machine. The new device has a one-click switch that alternates between foam and spray during its operation. The crowdfunding campaign will begin on August 31 while the first shipments will commence by September 8.
The new MIJIA wireless car washing machine is a convenient option that does not require an external power supply for its operation. It also has a self-priming design and does not require a connection to the water faucet. It also has a self-priming water pressure of 2.4MPa that can achieve a water output of 180L per hour. The device has a large 2,000mAh detachable battery pack. The gadget can be easily charged via its USB-C port and this can be achieved in less than 90 minutes. It is IPX6-rated for water resistance and is quite handy for washing a car.
The MIJIA wireless car washing machine is lightweight, weighing just 1.3kg. This means that it can be operated with just one hand. The soap liquid pot and gun barrel design allow for a seamless switch between soap and foam. Five modes can be used by rotating the machine’s nozzle. This provides a variety of cleaning options for a comprehensive cleaning of the car. The MIJIA wireless car washing machine can even be applied to watering plants.
The original price of the MIJIA wireless car washing machine is 499 yuan (~$72). However, Xiaomi is offering a discount during the crowdfunding campaign, hence it will retail at 399 yuan (~$58). Global availability details for the wireless washing machine are lacking at this time.
Tipster Evan Blass has leaked some images of the upcoming Logitech-Tencent cloud gaming handheld device. The images reveal that the device is running the Android operating system. The cloud gaming handheld was announced earlier this month by Logitech G. It is the culmination of the partnership between Logitech G and Tencent Games and could be released later this year.
The images were quickly flagged and pulled down due to a DMCA complaint. The images helped to provide a few details about the new cloud gaming handheld. There’s still much however to know about the device. The design of the handheld bears a close semblance with a particular Tencent patent filing for a PC console. The images however show that the device runs Android (with the complement of the Google Play Store). The device will be focused on streaming cloud-based games, unlike traditional consoles. This means that the Android platform may not be critical in the operations of the device.
The gadget will possibly feature Xbox Cloud Gaming and Nvidia GeForce Now with Android app support already available for both. The presence of the Steam icon on the device indicates some input from Valve. The device has both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, but a 5G version could also be in the mix.
Of course, the versatility of the new cloud gaming handheld is enhanced with 5G connectivity. Xbox and Steam are the two services that may be available for the new handheld, as well as other options. As per the Steam link, it could be used to stream games from your PC instead of the cloud. There are no specifics yet on the release date and pricing.
Xiaomi has unveiled the MIJIA Disinfection Air Purifier. The new air purifier will be up for crowdfunding via the Youpin platform from August 31. It carries a crowdfunding price of 2149 yuan (~$311) but will retail for 2499 yuan (~$362) after the crowdfunding exercise.
The MIJIA Disinfection Air Purifier utilizes a cylindrical design with a metallic texture. The top grille is removable for easy air duct cleaning and holds an OLED display that supports touch operation.
The purifier adopts double anti-coating, ultraviolet UV lamp, and high-energy plasma sterilization technology, which can sterilize and filter out allergens in a cycle. Among them, the plasma generating device can continuously release high-energy positive and negative ions, mainly disinfect bacteria and viruses suspended in the air, and effectively avoid cross-infection.
The built-in ultraviolet UV lamp will irradiate and disinfect internal bacteria in real time to avoid secondary release of pollution. In addition, the MIJIA Disinfection Air Purifier has a double anti-bacterial coating that can achieve 99.98% antibacterial and antiviral properties.
At the same time, the MIJIA Air Purifier adopts six-stage progressive purification, which can remove 98.02% of formaldehyde in one hour. And there is 99.5% nano-level filtration, which can absorb odors and filter out dust. The air purification efficiency reaches 600 cubic meters per hour, and the applicable area is 42-72 square meters, which can cope with the living room, bedroom, office, and other spaces.
The air purifier also has built-in high-precision sensors, which can monitor changes in air pollution in the home in real-time for 24 hours. When PM2.5 exceeds the standard, it will automatically turn on and spin. After PM2.5 cleaning is completed, it will automatically shut down to save power.
In terms of control, users can automatically switch on and off the machine, adjust the gear, and check the air quality through the MIJIA app. In addition, the purifier uses a 6–12-month long-term filter element, and the user will be reminded to replace it when it expires.
Realme Watch 3 Pro is confirmed to launch in India soon. Although the brand has put up a microsite of the smartwatch on its official website, there is no word about the exact launch date yet. Realme had launched the Watch 3 last month as the successor to the last year’s Watch 2. Now publication 91Mobiles has shared a leaked render as well as display details of the upcoming Watch 3 Pro.
91Mobiles reports that the upcoming offering will feature a square dial and a silicone strap. The leaked render reveals a slightly curved screen towards the edges as well as time, steps taken, and calories burned.
The publication says that the AMOLED display panel will lead to lower power consumption and good battery life. The smartwatch will reportedly have a 1.78-inch screen with a resolution of 368 x 448 pixels. Additionally, it is also said to offer up to 60 frames per second (FPS). The upcoming offering is also tipped to have a 68.7 percent screen-to-body ratio and 500 nits brightness.
As per the microsite, the Realme Watch 3 Pro is already confirmed to come with an AMOLED display, a metal body, and a physical button on the right side. The smartwatch will feature a built-in GPS and Bluetooth voice calling capabilities.
Going by the aforementioned details about the Realme Watch 3 Pro, we can expect its price to be higher than the Watch 3.
Nokia 2660 Flip 4G phone has launched in India. The feature flip phone had debuted in the global markets last month. Earlier this month HMD Global announced the Nokia 8120 4G feature phone in India. The company’s latest offering has an iconic flip design with a secondary display that is sure to ignite nostalgia. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box.
The Nokia 2660 Flip 4G phone comes with a 2.8-inch main display bearing a resolution of 320 x 340 pixels. The secondary screen on the outside measures 1.7-inches with 160 x 128 pixels resolution. There is an emergency button that lets users contact five of their loved ones quickly in case of any emergency. The device features a 0.3MP VGA rear camera paired with an LED flash.
Internally, the Nokia 2660 Flip 4G is equipped with a 1GHz Unisoc T107 single-core processor. It packs 48MB RAM and 128MB internal storage expandable up to 32GB via a microSD card slot. The phone is powered by a 1,450mAh removable battery.
Connectivity options on the Nokia 2660 Flip 4G include dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm headphone jack, wireless FM radio, and MP3 player. The device also features hearing aid compatibility.
The Nokia 2660 Flip 4G is offered in Black, Red, and Blue colours. It also comes in an optional Nokia charging cradle. The feature phone carries a price tag of Rs 4,699 and can be purchased from Nokia India online store and offline retail outlets.
DIZO Watch R Talk launch date in India has been announced. The Realme TechLife brand will debut the smartwatch in the country on September 7th at 12 noon. Alongside the Watch R Talk, DIZO will also launch the Watch D Talk. The DIZO Watch R Talk and Watch D Talk will arrive as the successors to the Watch R and Watch D that debuted in India earlier this year.
E-commerce platform Flipkart has put up a microsite of the DIZO Watch R Talk revealing its key specifications. It will come with a circular dial with a 1.3-inch AMOLED screen featuring 500 nits brightness and Always-on display mode. The smartwatch is teased to be equipped with a elegant metal frame and 7H hardness tempered glass. It has a soft silicone strap and a skin-friendly stainless steel buckle. There are two buttons on the right side of the device for navigation purposes.
The DIZO Watch R Talk is confirmed to be equipped with a single chipset for a stable Bluetooth connection and less power efficiency. Users will be able to answer and reject calls as well as trigger voice assistant. The upcoming offering is said to feature noise cancellation for calls and a 120 percent large speaker driver for a clear sound. Lastly, the smartwatch is claimed to deliver up to 10 days of battery life.
Apart from the DIZO Watch R Talk, the brand will also announce the Watch D Talk. It will retain the same specifications as the Watch D but will also gain Bluetooth calling feature.
VPN services have gained in popularity over the past few years as cases of online threats and internet censorship have increased significantly. But given the sheer amount of VPN services available in the market today, including the free ones, you’ll be confused as to which VPN service to use.
If you have been checking out VPN services late, there’s a good chance that you would have come across the name NordVPN. This Panama-based VPN service provider is one of the more popular options in the market and today, let’s take a closer look at its features and performance.
NORDVPN Features
NordVPN provides all of the standard features you would want from a good VPN service like fast speeds, threat protection that blocks ads and other pop-ups , a long list of servers spread across different continents, logless policy, and also adds some interesting features like Double VPN and Meshnet.
Before we get into the performance of the NordVPN service, let’s take a look at these features in detail.
Long list of servers
NordVPN comes with a long list of servers spread across all the major continents. The company claims it has over 5522 fast servers in 59 countries across the world, meaning you always have multiple servers in different regions. What’s interesting is that Nord VPN has a server in Africa, specifically South Africa, which is usually a neglected continent among VPN providers.
NordLynx Protocol
NordVPN’s goto protocol is NordLynx which is based on WireGuard. If you are aware of the VPN protocols in the industry, then you would know that Wireguard is gaining a lot of popularity, for using its newer encryption techniques that provide faster speeds than traditional protocols like OpenVPN and IKEv2.
Nord VPN protocols
NordVPN also gives you OpenVPN and IKEv2 protocol options, if you prefer that over NordLynx.
Threat Protection
Like most good VPN services, NordVPN offers threat protection service which blocks ads and trackers when you are browsing. It can detect and block a bunch of ads, including inline and popup ads, keeping your browsing experience clean.
Dark Web Monitoring
This is a simple but useful service wherein NordVPN will alert you if your credentials have been leaked online via a breach or a hack. If you get this alert, you can immediately change your account details like password to resecure your data and account.
Logless Servers
NordVPN boasts of having a no log policy. This means that your personal data like browsing history, traffic information, or IP address is never logged on their servers. Most big VPN companies have a no logs policy and it helps to keep your account and browsing history anonymous.
Double VPN
Double VPN allows you to route your traffic through two VPN servers (also known as VPN chaining) instead of one. This means your data is encrypted twice, making it harder for hackers or malicious operators to gain access to your online activity.
Meshnet
Meshnet is an interesting feature from NordVPN which allows you to securely connect to another device to access its files and data. This makes for powerful use case scenarios like virtual LAN gaming, access to local web servers of your peers for development, or even sharing files remotely.
Presets
This feature allows you to set your preferred VPN server based on the app or requirement. So you can set a different server for work, gaming, streaming and so on.
NORDVPN Performance Speeds
The NordVPN offers one of the best speeds in the market right now. The company offers over 5000 servers in over 59 countries and if you are using NordLynx protocol, which is their default protocol, you get nearly 80-90% of your regular speeds when the VPN is connected.
Nord VPN Servers
While we found OpenVPN and IKEv2 protocols to be slower than Nord Lynx, they still connected without any issues.
The connection times were also very quick. Unlike VyprVPN which we have been using for more than a year, NordVPN servers were very quick to connect. It never took more than a couple of seconds to connect to a server.
Internet Connection Speed
We tested the NordVPN service using an internet connection with over 220 Mbps speed. When connected to Nord VPN’s US server via NordLynx Protocol, we were getting over 170 Mbps download speeds. This is pretty impressive, especially considering competitors like Vypr VPN could only offer under 30Mbps on their US servers. Even when connected to one of their servers on the opposite side of the globe, namely a Hong Kong server, we were getting close to 180 Mbps download and 20Mbps upload speeds, which again is quite impressive.
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Nord VPN HK Server
Nord VPN US Server
None of the servers we tested experienced any DNS leak, so our location data was protected.
Double VPN Server routed via London
What was even more impressive was the double VPN server we tested via Netherlands and London. The Double VPN connection gave us nearly 50% speeds, around 120Mbps. So even if you want the best protection via double encryption, you won’t have to sacrifice a lot on the download speeds.
Other servers in EU and Asia also provided excellent speeds. Nearly all of them could provide up to 150Mbps connection speeds on their servers. Moreover, if you click on the menu besides the server name, you get the additional option of connecting to a server from a specific region in the country, which is an added plus.
NordVPN Review – Server Options
Most of their servers can also bypass regional restriction on streaming platforms. Whether it was Netflix or Amazon Prime, we could access the regional streaming platforms on their respective country based servers without any issues. Plus, the speeds were pretty fast too, so watching movies or series on a server was a relatively smooth experience.
NordVPN Pricing
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Redmi 11 Prime 5G launch date in India has been announced. It is set to debut in the country on September 6th at 12 noon. The company has put up a dedicated microsite of the upcoming offering on its official website. The smartphone’s Amazon availability has also been confirmed. The Redmi 11 Prime 5G will arrive as the successor to the Redmi 10 Prime that was launched last year.
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The microsites on Xiaomi’s website and Amazon reveal key specifications of the Redmi 11 Prime 5G. The device is teased to come with prime display, prime camera, prime design, prime performance, prime power, and prime connectivity. The upcoming offering has a waterdrop notch and a rectangular camera module on the back panel. It lacks a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner suggesting that it may be embedded in the power button. The smartphone is seen in a Mint Green colour option.
As per the microsite, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G is confirmed to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor. It will feature dual rear camera setup of a 50MP primary sensor paired with a secondary lens. The upcoming offering will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit The smartphone is teased to come with dual SIM slots with both supporting 5G connectivity network.
Oppo has just announced the ten winners of the 2022 OPPO Research Institute Innovation Accelerator, which had teams from across the globe competing against each other to take on some of society’s biggest challenges. With the winners announced, the ten teams will receive a sizeable prize fund and other resources.
As per official notes, the ten teams will be sharing a Prize Fund of 3,000,000 Yuan, which roughly translates to about 460,000 US Dollars that will be provided alongside resources from Oppo and its partners. Out of the winning proposals for tackling societal challenges, one of them includes an earphone that can easily optimize sleep quality. Furthermore, there was also a system that was designed to detect earthquakes early with rapid intensity reporting. Another one winning entry was a smartphone specially designed to provide a greater quality of listening experience for hearing impaired.
For those unaware, the Innovation Accelerator was launched back in May 2022 and was established in accordance to the smartphone maker’s “Virtuous Innovation.” Notably, all of these proposals were judged on four major criteria, which includes of Feasibility, Innovation & Originality, Social Value, and Long term Potential. The ten winning proposals were taken from a pool of 535 entries that were submitted by technology professionals, entrepreneurs, and social science researchers based in 39 countries and regions around the world.
Levin Liu, OPPO Vice President and President of Research Institute stated that “Over the past few months, we have seen hugely innovative solutions that leverage the power of science and technology to address some of the biggest issues facing society right now. As we continue to explore and push the boundaries of technology, we do so in alignment with our mission of ‘Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World’. Through technological innovation, we want to help society develop in a positive direction and bring the benefits of Virtuous Innovation to more people.”
OEPLAY has opened a crowdfunding campaign for its latest Bluetooth speaker with impressive specs. The OEPLAY MusicStar5 Hi-Fi speaker sports a circular design that packs power in it. It has several technological improvements from traditional Bluetooth speakers with its greater sound space and frequency range.
The OEPLAY Hi-Fi speaker provides a room-filling sound that belies its petite size. OEPLAY says its mission is to design and develop unique products that will produce marvelous listening experiences. The speaker has a powerful AMT tweeter that guarantees high-quality acoustic performance. The frequency range of the speaker is between 33Hz and 55kHz, which means that it can recreate sounds to the minutest details.
Design-wise, the new Hi-Fi speaker offers a great aesthetic appeal that accentuates the room. It has a powerful bass system that allows you to experience the full complement of the bass notes. It also has an advanced dissipation system that ensures optimal audio performance which avoids voice coil overheating. The speaker supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and is compatible with Android and iOS smartphones. You can wirelessly pair two OEPLAY speakers together to enhance the immersive sound delivery.
The OEPLAY MusicStar5 Hi-Fi speaker is presently open for backing on Indiegogo and is priced at $469. However, the original price of the product is $899. OEPLAY says that if the Indiegogo campaign garners beyond $100k, then it will be able to include AUX 3.5mm and optical ports to the speakers to enhance their versatility. It also assures subscribers to the campaign that this will not result in any additional costs.
Acer has just announced a range of new Swift series laptops in the Indian market. These new models feature capable hardware that is paired with stylish design that seeks to strike a balance between work and entertainment. So let’s have a look.
Acer Swift 3
The Swift 3 model from the Taiwanese tech giant is built as a “pick up and go” product that promises to offer powerful performance with a lightweight shell. Under the hood, the notebook will be powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core processor that will help make it capable enough for multitasking and productivity. This CPU is paired with 512GB of SSD storage that can be further expanded via M.2 slots. With a thickness of just 15.95mm, one of the laptop’s highlighting aspects is its size and weight. It weighs just 1.25 kilograms, which means that the laptop is quite portable.
It also claims a 10.5 hours of battery life that also supports fast charging technology, with just 30 minutes of charging offering 4 hours of power. On the front, it sports a 14 inch LCD panel that is offered in both a FHD and QHD resolution. This display has a 86 percent screen to body ratio and has 100 percent sRGB color gamut support, along with Acer’s BlueLightShield technology. Other features include AI noise reduction, DTS audio, Thunderbolt 3 port, WiFi 6E, and backlit keyboards.
Acer Swift 5
While the Swift 3 was built with just portability in mind, the Swift 5 is meant to offer more robust performance alongside a lightweight design. It features a premium aerospace grade aluminum chassis that has a maximum thickness of 14.95mm and weighs just 1.2 kilograms. Under the hood, it features 12th Gen Intel Core processors as well but its display is one of its major highlighting features. It sports a 14 inch WQXGA touchscreen display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and a high 92.22 percent screen to body ratio.
This is perfect for consuming multimedia like videos and movies as well as a great viewing experience when gaming. The laptop also offers 10 hours of battery life and the same fast charging technology similar to the Swift 3. Other features include, Acer TwinAir Performance mode that boosts system performance by up to 47 percent. Furthermore, it features an FHD camera, AI Noise Reduction on its dual stereo speakers, WiFi 6E, and a Thunderbolt 4.
Acer Swift X
The Acer Swift X is the top end model within the latest Swift series of laptops. Unlike the other two models, the Swift X is the most powerful notebook out of the three laptops that were just announced. Under the hood, it is powered by an AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors that will be paired with a discrete Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics card. This is paired with up to 16GB of RAM and dual SSD slots that support up to 2TB of storage.
In other words, this laptop is capable enough for creativity based workloads and even gaming. On the front, the Swift X sports a 16.1 inch display that has a Full HD resolution. It also offers Acer ExaColor, which fine tunes colour temperature and contrast. Despite having such robust hardware, it weighs just 1.39 kilograms. Additionally, it also promises to offer 11 hours of battery life as well. Other notable features includes, Windows Hello fingerprint login, FHD camera with the Acer TNR technology, and more.
Pricing and Availability
As of right now, all three notebook models are currently available on the company’s official website in India. Talking about the Swift 3 model first, its price tag starts from 74,999 INR in the region and it also comes in three different color options. On the other hand, the Swift 5 starts from 74,990 INR while the top end Swift X model is priced at 94,999 INR for its base model.
After the global launch of the Honor Choice Earbuds X, the company is now bringing the TWS buds to Indian markets. The earbuds has already received a microsite on Amazon India revealing all of its key specifications. So, let’s take a look.
Honor Choice Earbuds X specs & features
The earbuds have an in-ear design and lack silicone tips. It has 12mm bio-diaphragm drivers that provide deep bass and a wide sound range. The Earbuds X has Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity that offers AAC and SBC codec support.
It has dual mics to reduce noise during calls while keeping the voice of the user crips and distortion-free. For gaming, the earbuds offer a 125ms low latency mode. Other than that, the earbuds have instant wake and pair, touch controls for controlling media, answering calls, accessing voice assistants, and IPX4 sweat resistance.
Last but not the least, the Earbuds X features a 40mAh battery in each earbud and a 500mAh battery in the charging case. The company claims that the earbuds can offer 28 hours of playback time when paired with the charging case.
The pricing and availability of the Honor Choice Earbuds X are still under wraps. It is expected to be unveiled soon via Amazon.in.
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