Motorola was supposed to launch the Motorola Razr 2022 along with the Moto X30 Pro and Moto S30 Pro at a launch event on August 2nd. However, the event got postponed to August 11th. So here’s how you can watch the event live from the comfort of your home.
The Motorola Razr 2022 and the Moto X30 Pro will launch in the Chinese market first, therefore, the event will not be broadcasted on Youtube. Instead, the event will be live on Weibo and the company’s website on August 8th in China at 2 PM local time (7 PM GMT, 11:30 AM IST). Do note that some regions like India might not be able to access the stream on Weibo without the use of a VPN.
Motorola Razr 2022
The highlight of the event is going to be the Moto Razr 2022 which is teased to be the first clamshell folding smartphone with a 144Hz refresh rate display. It will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and is positioned to go head to head with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4.
Moto X30 Pro
Other than the foldable, the company will also debut its highly anticipated Moto X30 Pro at this event which will be the world’s first 200-megapixel camera phone. This device will use the massive 1/1.22-inch Samsung HP1 sensor for its primary camera which has a 2.56m pixel size and supports up to 30fps 8K video recording. This device will also be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.
Last but not least, the launch event will also unveil the Moto S30 Pro, which is said to come with the Snapdragon 888+ chipset, a triple camera system featuring a 50MP + 13MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) camera setup, an FHD+ 655″ pOLED panel with HDR10+ support and a 4,400mAh battery with 68W fast charging.
To know more about the Moto X30 Pro and the Moto Razr 2022, you can check out their respective roundups.
OnePlus unveiled its latest iteration of mobile software dubbed OxygenOS 13 at the OnePlus 10T launch event last week. The Android 13-based software is now available for the OnePlus 10 Pro in beta form.
OnePlus has released the first public beta build of OxygenOS 13 based on Android 13. The software is currently limited to the OnePlus 10 Pro sold in India and North America (unlocked). The model sold in Europe will be added to the beta program in the near future.
The company is calling the beta build ‘OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1’. We expect multiple releases to happen in the coming weeks ahead of the stable rollout.
In order to install the beta software, users have to first download the appropriate file from the announcement post. Additionally, North American users have to also download an APK provided in the post and install it.
Then, they will have to enable ‘Developer options’ by tapping 7 times on ‘Build number’ under About device > Version. Finally, they have to navigate to Settings > About device > Up to date and tap on the top right button to select ‘Local install’. Select the downloaded to file initiate the installation process.
Unsatisfied users can revert back to OxygenOS 12.1 (Android 12), however, that process will erase their device’s internal storage. The installation steps are the same as above, except that a different file has to be downloaded.
Here’s the official changelog provided by the brand detailing all the new features and changes.
OxygenOS 13 Official Changelog
Design
Upgrades to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions.
Applies real-world physical motions to animations to make them look more natural and intuitive.
Optimizes fonts for better readability.
Enriches and optimizes illustrations for features by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements.
Efficiency
Adds large folders to the Home screen. You can now open an app in an enlarged folder with just one tap and turn pages in the folder with a swipe.
Adds media playback control, and optimizes the Quick Settings experience.
Adds more markup tools for screenshot editing.
Optimizes Shelf. Swiping down on the Home screen will bring up the Shelf by default.
Seamless Interconnection
Optimizes earphone connectivity to deliver a more seamless experience.
Personalization
Optimizes Bitmoji to offer more Always-On Display animations.
Optimizes Insight Always-On Display, with more personalized Always-On Display settings available.
Optimizes Canvas Always-On Display, with more drawing tools and line colors available.
Security & Privacy
Adds an automatic pixelation feature for chat screenshots. The system can identify and automatically pixelate profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect your privacy.
Adds regular clearing of clipboard data for privacy protection.
Optimizes Private Safe. The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files for enhanced security of private files.
Health & Digital Wellbeing
Adds Kid Space, providing screen time limit, ambient light reminders, and Eye-protecting display features.
Performance Optimization
Optimizes Dolby Sound effects with enhanced spatial sound field perception and more accurate sound sourcing.
Gaming Experience
Upgrades to HyperBoost GPA 4.0 to stabilize the frame rate and balance the performance and power consumption in key scenarios.
The company has also listed the known bugs in this first public release of OxygenOS 13 for the OnePlus 10 Pro.
OnePlus 10 Pro OxygenOS 13 Open Beta 1 Known Issues
There is no response when clicking Capture Log after switching Multiple users/System Cloner/Languages. (You need to switch Multiple users/System Cloner/Languages first before capturing the log in the feedback tool).
A dot will display abnormally when pairing Bluetooth.
The photos might be blurred when taking multiple pictures of people with Ultra Dark mode and zoom out at the same time.
The screen will freeze when taking videos in specific scenarios.
The pictures might not be saved when taking photos of people by zooming out 3.3x.
There will be a black screen when the camera freezes.
The videos might show in green when shot in FILM mode.
The pictures might be black when taking photos in the dark with Night Mode.
Yesterday, Motorola unveiled the Moto G32 smartphone in India. Tomorrow (Aug. 11), the company will be unveiling the Moto G62 5G in the country. Now, the brand has confirmed that it will unveil the Moto Tab G62 in the country on Aug. 17.
Moto Tab G62
The Moto Tab G62’s landing page is now live on Flipkart. The listing revealed the design as well as the key specifications of the device. The images of the tablet show that it has narrow bezels on the front and a metallic back with a dual-tone design. It will have one camera on the back, a 3.5mm audio jack, a USB-C port, and quad speakers that support Dolby Atmos.
Moto Tab G62 specifications
The Moto Tab G62 will come with a 10.6-inch IPS LCD panel that will offer a 2K resolution. It will come preinstalled with Android 12 OS, which will offer features like a special reading mode, Google Kids Space, an Entertainment Space, support for multiple accounts, and stylus support.
Moto Tab G62 =
The Snapdragon 680 chipset will power the Moto Tab G62. It is backed by a 7,700mAh battery. The retail package of the device will include a 20W rapid charger. The tablet will be made available in LTE and Wi-Fi only variants.
Moto Tab G62 price in India (expected)
Motorola returned to the tablet market in Indi back in 2021 by announcing the Moto Tab G20 priced at Rs 10,999 (~$138). In January this year, the company unveiled the Tab G70 with Rs 21,999 (~$277) price tag. It appears that the Tab G62 will be priced around Rs 15,000 (~$189) in the country.
Lenovo has a good lineup of laptops in the form of the Lenovo Xiaoxin series, and the company has been actively launching new products under this lineup. In the latest development, it has been confirmed that a new device will be launched tomorrow.
The company has officially confirmed that the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 14 2022 Ryzen Edition will be launched in the Chinese market tomorrow, i.e. on 11th August.
Previously, Lenovo had shared some of the key details of the upcoming laptop. It has been confirmed that the laptop will be powered by the AMD Ryzen R7-6800HS processor, coupled with Radeon 680M GPU.
In terms of memory, the device will be packed with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of PCIe 4.0 storage. There’s also support for Face Recognition to unlock the device when opening the lid, which uses the front-facing 1080p Full HD camera sensor.
Coming to the display, the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pro 14 2022 Ryzen Edition features a 2.8K display that offers a screen resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, a 16:10 aspect ratio, a 100% sRGB color gamut, and switching refresh rate between 60Hz and 120Hz.
As for the connectivity features on the device, the Thunderbolt 4 port has been replaced by a USB 4.0 port and a full-featured USB-C port. There’s also the traditional USB-A port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Along with the Xiaoxin Pro 14 2022 Ryzen Edition laptop, the company is expected to launch a few more devices at the launch event tomorrow, including the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022. The event is set to start at 07:00 PM local time in China, which is 04:30 PM IST.
The Indian electronics manufacturer Crossbeats has launched a new smartwatch in the market called the Crossbeats Ignite S4 Max. It comes with many highlight features like Bluetooth calling capability and a blood oxygen monitor. So, let’s take a look at it in detail.
Crossbeats Ignite S4 Max specs and features
The new Crossbeats Ignite S4 Max has a bezel-less, 1.99-inch UHD color display that supports always-on functionality. The multi-function crown button on it may be used to navigate menus, switch between audio tracks, and change watch faces. Additionally, a silicone strap is included. The smartwatch’s sensors offer SpO2 and heart rate monitoring. Additionally, it asserts tracking stress and sleep.
The wearable is integrated with ENC and contains a microphone and 2W speakers. The Crossbeats Ignite S4 Max’s Bluetooth calling feature allows users to make and receive voice calls through their phone’s network without actually using their phone. It also boasts IP68-rated dust and water-resistant design.
The smartwatch is highly customizable as it comes with over 500 interchangeable watch faces and 11 menu interface themes. The battery in the Crossbeats Ignite S4 Max is intended to operate for up to 15 days without recharging. It also has a password lock option to boost security.
Pricing & availability
In India, the Crossbeats Ignite S4 Max is sold for Rs 3,999 ($50). With color options of Kohl Black and Mystic Blue, it is currently on sale on Amazon as part of the ongoing Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2022. It will soon be available to buy on the company website.
Yamaha launched its flagship TW-E7B true wireless earbuds a few months back, and now the company has officially launched the wearable audio device in the United States. The Yamaha TW-E7B are now available for purchase in the US for the price of $275.95.
They are the first wireless earbuds from Yamaha to come with support for the company’s proprietary active-noise cancellation algorithm, which it claims doesn’t “color” audio the saw some other implementations do.
Another interesting feature available on the earphones is the internal microphone, which monitors the space of the user’s ear and its effect on the audio output so that it can be adjusted to deliver a better sound.
It packs 10mm drivers and comes with support for Ambient Mode, which basically allows users to hear the ambient sound and blocks all other noises in the background. There’s also support for Google‘s Fast Pair to connect the device with an Android smartphone quickly.
The earphones also come with dedicated volume buttons, which are not usually found on wireless earbuds. There’s also a low-latency mode for gamers which can be easily activated just by tiple-tapping the volume down button on the right earbud. As for the Bluetooth codec support, there’s AAC and aptX adaptive.
As for the battery on the device, the Yamaha TW-E7B wireless earbuds are promised to offer up to six hours of battery life on a single charge and the charging case increases battery life to 22 hours. It is available in four colors — Black, Dark Blue, Beige, and White.
WhatsApp has recently been testing many new privacy-focused features in its beta build like login approval and phone number sharing in WhatsApp groups. The platform has even extended the time limit for deleting your messages for everyone in the latest update.
Now, Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the instant messaging platform will soon get even more advanced privacy features in the near future. These capabilities allow you to hide your online status, quietly leave WhatsApp groups, and prevent screenshots from being taken during certain discussions. So let’s take a closer look at these upcoming features.
“New privacy features coming to WhatsApp: exit group chats without notifying everyone, control who can see when you’re online, and prevent screenshots on view once messages. We’ll keep building new ways to protect your messages and keep them as private and secure as face-to-face conversations,” said Zuckerberg in a post on Facebook.
In the near future, users will have the ability to exit groups silently, that is, without alerting anyone or leaving a trail in the chat history. Users will also be able to prevent screenshots on view-once messages, which is a long-awaited feature. This is a highly requested feature and should’ve been part of the View Once feature since day one.
The final feature is also a long-awaited one. It is the ability to choose who you wish to share your online status with. While the capability of hiding your online status will be made accessible in September, the capability of leaving WhatsApp groups quietly is anticipated to be made available later this month. The screenshot blocking for view once messages won’t be available until a future date that Whatsapp hasn’t yet announced.
Lenovo has confirmed today that the Legion Y70 will be unveiled on Aug. 18. Ahead of the launch, the company has been gradually revealing the key specifications of the device. Through recent Weibo posts, the Chinese manufacturer has confirmed the Legion Y70’s camera configurations and battery size.
The Legion Y70 will come equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera with 1/1.5-inch sensor size. It will come with support for OIS / EIS and 30fps 8K video recording. The main snapper will be joined by a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera, which doubles up as a macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth-sensing unit.
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Lenovo Legion Y70 battery
The Y70 will be backed by a 5,100mAh battery and weigh around 209 grams. The device promises 8.5 hours of gaming time, 18 hours of video playback, and 35 hours of music playback. The big battery will carry support for 68W fast charging. According to the company, it can charge the battery to 80 percent capacity in just 34 minutes.
Past reports have revealed that the Legion Y70 will come with a 6.58-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. It is expected to support a 144Hz refresh rate. The punch-hole display is expected to house a 13-megapixel selfie camera.
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset will be present under the hood of the Legion Y70. It is expected to arrive with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 and up to 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It will run on the ZUI 13 based Android 12 OS. There is no information on the price of the device. It will come in three shades, such as Ice Soul White, Titanium Crystal Grey, and Flame Red. It is unclear whether the company has any plans to release it in markets outside China.
At 7 pm (local time) on Aug. 11, Xiaomi will hold a big launch event in China. Last year, the company unveiled the Xiaomi MIX Fold as the company’s first foldable smartphone. Tomorrow, the company will release its successor – the Xiaomi MIX Fold 2. A poster revealing the rear design of the phone is now doing rounds on Weibo. At the same time, a Weibo user shared the key specifications of the device.
The Xiaomi MIX Fold 2’s poster reveals that it will sport a different rear design as compared to its predecessor. The device has a horizontal camera setup, which houses a Leica-optimized triple camera unit and an LED flash. The right edge of the device seems to be fitted with a volume controller and a power button embedded with a fingerprint scanner.
The Xiaomi MIX Fold 2 will feature a 6.56-inch Samsung E5 AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. On the inside, it will have an 8.02-inch foldable OLED Eco2 panel that will offer a 2.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, UTG (Ultra-Thin Glass), and an under-display camera.
There is no information on the front camera of the MIX Fold 2. Its rear camera setup will have a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 main camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom. The device will come preinstalled with the MIUI 13 flavored Android 12 OS.
The MIX Fold 2 will be powered by a 4,500 mAh battery and support 67W fast charging. It is unclear whether the device will have support for wireless charging. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset will power the foldable phone. Previously, the device was spotted at TENAA in variants, such as 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 1 TB storage.
The MIX Fold 2 has a thickness of 5.4mm when unfolded. When folded, it will measure 11.2mm. The device weighs around 262 grams.
Oppo and OnePlus smartphones are no longer allowed to sell their smartphones in Germany. The order was issued after both companies refused to comply with the terms set by the German court. Finnish company Nokia initiated a lawsuit for patent infringement against Oppo and OnePlus, which it has since successfully won.
A German court in Mannheim issued a ruling in favor of Nokia in July of this year after finding that OnePlus and Oppo did not hold valid licenses for the 4G and 5G technologies they utilize in their handsets. Both parties were required by the court to reach a settlement, but they were unable to do so. The court then decided to prohibit the sale of Oppo and OnePlus smartphones in Germany.
Following the ban order, the product page has been removed from Oppo’s official website in Germany with the note, “Product information is not currently available on our website.” The company has also answered the question “Can I continue to use OPPO products without restrictions, access support and receive future updates?” with a note stating “Yes, you can continue to use your OPPO products without restrictions, access support and of course, you will also receive all future updates.”
Oppo Germany website screenshot
In the meantime, the company will continue selling accessories like earphones and mobile chargers in Germany. Similar to this, OnePlus has removed all of its smartphones from its product page on its German website.
According to reports, Nokia had demanded a settlement amount of €2.50 for each OnePlus and Oppo smartphone sold as licensing fees. This demand was made not only for the sales in Germany but the sales made by both brands worldwide. Considering how big these brands have become in the global market, it is easy to see how substantial that settlement amount might turn out to be. So, it won’t be a surprise if both the companies find it better to exit the German market altogether.
However, the trouble doesn’t end there as Nokia has filed lawsuits against major BBK-owned companies across the whole of Europe. If these courts decide in favor of Nokia, we might see brands like Oppo, OnePlus and others exit the European markets.
It has been more than a year since OnePlus launched its first and only smartwatch in the market dubbed the OnePlus Watch. The brand is now gearing up to launch another smartwatch soon under the Nord branding called OnePlus Nord Watch.
The device has already made an appearance on the BIS certification website hinting at its upcoming launch in the Indian market. Now, tipster Mukul Sharma has collaborated with 91mobiles to leak a total of five different renders of the upcoming OnePlus Nord Watch, so let’s take a look.
Starting off, we have a Nord Watch with a circular dial. It has two buttons on the right side and features a protective edge on the screen with dash lines indicating hours. This is believed to be the rugged variant of the OnePlus Nord Watch.
The next render also features a circular dial and two buttons on the right but lacks the protective edge around the screen and the dash lines.
The third Nord Watch looks quite similar in design to the OnePlus Watch, with the only difference being a single crown button instead of two.
Next, we see the familiar rectangular design that was leaked last month. The smartwatch has a black color crown button on the right side and it looks like it allows for easy strap switching.
Coming to the last render, it also features a rectangular design, however, the dial appears to be smaller in size and the crown button is white/silver.
The tipster also provides images of what the UI of the rectangular Nord Watches will look like.
So it appears that OnePlus has many variants of the Nord Watch planned for the future, however, it is too soon to tell how many of these will actually be made available in the market. Stay tuned for more updates on the matter.
Redmi has been teasing the arrival of the Redmi K50 Extreme Edition for the past few days in China. Today, the brand released an official confirmation through its Weibo handle that it will be unveiled tomorrow (Aug. 11) in China. Once announced, the device is likely to be promoted as the Redmi K50 Ultra.
Redmi has already confirmed that the RedmI K50 Ultra will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. The official poster teases the camera module of the phone. Previous leaks had claimed that the device would feature a 200-megapixel main camera. However, a recent leak revealed that the Redmi K50 Ultra will have a 108-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HM6 primary camera. It is said to come with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera with 8 megapixels and a 2-megapixel macro camera.
Redmi K50 Ultra specifications (rumored)
The Redmi K50 Ultra will arrive with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a centrally positioned punch-hole. It will produce 2712 x 1220 pixels resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The device will run on the Android 12 OS and MIUI 13.
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 powered K50 Ultra will arrive in two configurations: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. The device will be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery, which will carry support for 120W fast charging support. The K50 Ultra is likely to come with a 20-megapixel selfie camera.
The launch event will kick off at 7 pm (local time) tomorrow. It will be hosted by Xiaomi CEO and founder, Lei Jun. The other products that will be showcased at the event include: the Xiaomi MIX Fold 2 foldable smartphone, the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4 tablet, the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro TWS earbuds, and the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro smartwatch.
Teclast T50 tablet is launching globally on AliExpress. The tablet will be available at a heavily discounted price of $189.99 only at the world premiere sale at AliExpress.
Teclast T50 features an 11” 2K edge-to-edge display with T color 2.0 optimization that makes the colors pop – off the screen. The display provided by BOE technology uses TDDI tech to integrate the existing LCD structure with touch sensors without adding additional layers, thereby reducing the reflection and increasing the touch responsiveness.
T50 is made with a CNC machined aluminum unibody enclosure design that is strong, light, and durable and finished with an ultra-fine sandblasting process that gives it a clean profile and smooth texture. Packed with intelligent sensors like gyroscope, proximity, and light the Teclast T50gives you an optimized and immersive tablet experience.
The tablet is fueled with a massive 7500mAh battery and supports 18W USB -PD fast charging making it one of the best battery options in their product line. Fitted with a sweet 4 audio system and intelligent digital power amplifier chip, the tablet gives you loud and crystal clear audio and calls.
Teclast T50 is powered by the UNISOC Tiger T618 12nm processor and comes with two ARM Cortex- A75 power cores and 6 Cortex-A55 intelligent AI cores. With 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM expandable with a Micro SD card, the tablet has enough power and space to store your videos, images, and projects. To capture images and record videos, you have a 20MP Sony auto-focus camera in the back and an 8MP front camera.
Teclast T50 is available for $189.99 only on AliExpress. Please note that this is a limited-time offer.
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UMIDIGI launches the F3 5G phone globally. A couple of months back the brand launched the F3 series with three variants viz F3, F3S, and F3 SE. Now UMIDIGI has officially launched the much-awaited F3 5G phone for all global customers. UMIDIGI F3 5G not only brings high performance and lightning-fast speed but also comes with a fashionable design and color palette that makes it both stylish and powerful.
Like all phones in the UMIDIGI F series, the F3 5G also comes with a 3D curved edge design and a dazzling matte finish that makes it look sleek and stylish. It features a 6.7-inch display and is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core 5G chipset that comes with an advanced 7nm process and frequency up to 2.2GHz. Combined with Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, the phone delivers an extraordinary network experience to its users. The phone supports dual 5G standby which provides a more stable network connection and comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, expandable up to 256GB.
For your pictures videos and images, you have a triple rear AI camera set up with a 48MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor, and a 5MP macro sensor. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. The phone is fueled by a massive 5100mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging. Other interesting features include a side fingerprint sensor, AI Face unlock, NFC, Android 12, Quad Navigation system, etc.
UMIDIGI F3 5G comes in Starry Black, Matte Silver, and Sunglow Gold colors. The phone will be available globally from August 22, 2022, at AliExpress. To know more about the launch details, phone specs, and discounts and deals check out the official UMIDIGI website. Please note that the brand is offering limited discount coupons for F3 5G. So be sure to check out the same before all the coupons are claimed.
Global Giveaway
As a part of the global launch, UMIDIGI has started a Giveaway giveaway on their official website for F3 5G. Under the giveaway, the company is offering – 5 units of F3 5G and 100 $50 coupons to selected lucky winners. You can get the complete details of the giveaway at UMIDIGI’s official website or social media handles viz. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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A few days ago, Asus launched the most compact premium flagship of 2022: the Asus Zenfone 9. There is no more compact phone than this if we only consider devices with flagship-class hardware in the Android world. However, there are a few other compact flagships out there, even though they come with bigger dimensions. One of these is the Xiaomi 12S, and it is the latest one released if we exclude the new Asus product. We already compared the Zenfone to the Samsung Galaxy S22 which is currently the compact flagship from the leader of the smartphone market. Now, it is time for a comparison between the main specifications of the Asus Zenfone 9 and the Xiaomi 12S. Which one offers the highest value for money? We hope to answer this question through this comparison.
Asus Zenfone 9 vs Xiaomi 12S
Asus Zenfone 9
Xiaomi 12S
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
146.5 x 68.1 x 9.1 mm,
169 g
152.7 x 69.9 x 8.2 mm,
179 g
DISPLAY
5.9 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), Super AMOLED
6.28 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
Dual 50 + 12 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2
12 MP f/2.5 front camera
Triple 50 + 13 + 5 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.4 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY
4300 mAh, fast charging 30W
4500 mAh, Fast Charging 67W, Fast wireless charging 50W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
5G, dual SIM, reverse charging, IP68 waterproof
5G, dual SIM slot, reverse wireless charging
Design
As already mentioned in the intro, the Asus Zenfone 9 is a more compact phone than the Xiaomi 12S. However, the Xiaomi is built with more premium materials, including glass for the rear side and aluminum for the frame. The Zenfone has an aluminum frame too, but its rear side is made of plastic. Further, the 12S is thinner and lighter than its rival, even though it sports a bigger battery. On the other hand, it is the only device in this duo to feature the IP68 certification making it dustproof and waterproof. Personally, I prefer the Xiaomi due to its premium materials and because it has a higher screen to body ratio with narrower bezels around the display, but it is essentially a matter of tastes.
Display
If you are looking for the easiest display to use with one hand or to keep in a pocket, then you should choose the Asus Zenfone 9 because of its 5.9-inch diagonal and its compact dimensions. But if you are looking for better image quality, then the Xiaomi 12S is a better phone. Its AMOLED display is able to show up to 68 billion colors with a diagonal of 6.28 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10+ certification, and Dolby Vision support. The Asus Zenfone has an inferior display but it is still a great AMOLED panel with a Full HD+ resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and the HDR10+ certification. Note that the Xiaomi has an in-display fingerprint reader, while the fingerprint scanner of the Zenfone is side-mounted, on the power key, despite the phone having an AMOLED display. Both the handsets feature good stereo speakers.
Specs & Software
There are no big differences between the hardware departments, but the Asus Zenfone 9 is more convincing because it sports up to 16 GB of RAM, while the Xiaomi 12S features just 12 GB of RAM. On the other hand, Xiaomi is able to provide a higher amount of internal storage, with up to 512 GB. Both the phones are powered by the best Qualcomm chipset to date. We are talking about the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 built with a 4 nm production process and with an octa-core architecture. It is composed of a Cortex X2 CPU running at a max frequency of 3.19 GHz, three Cortex A710 CPUs running at 2.75 GHz, and four Cortex A510 CPUs running at 1.8 GHz, as well as an Adreno 730 GPU. These devices run Android 12 out of the box customized by Zen UI and MIUI, respectively.
Camera
These two phones are very close even when it comes to camera performance. With the Asus Zenfone 9, you get a dual camera setup composed of a 50 MP main camera supporting gimbal OIS and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, as well as a 10 MP front camera which is able to record 4K videos a 30 fps. The Xiaomi 12S gets a 50 MP main camera with OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP macro sensor co-engineered with Leica, as well as a 32 MP front camera which is able to record 1080p videos at 60 fps. On paper, the Xiaomi looks slightly better, but we still have to see how the algorithm will behave.
The Xiaomi 12S is equipped with a bigger battery with a capacity of 4500 mAh and it will most likely provide a longer battery life in most of the scenarios. Further, it even comes with better charging technologies: it features 67W fast charging and 50W wireless charging. The Asus Zenfone 9 has a 4300 mAh battery with 30W fast charging and no wireless charging.
Price
The starting price of the Asus Zenfone 9 in the global market is €729/$750, while you need at least €570/$580 to purchase the Xiaomi 12S in China. Note that the 12S is not available in the global market, at least for now. Now that you know all the differences, which one would you pick?
OPPO is making an entry into the feline world by introducing a smart cat litter box. The product will be officially launched tomorrow alongside the Oppo Watch 3 series, Oppo Band 2, Enco Headset, and a smart PTZ camera, amongst others. The new smart cat litter box comes with safety features that prevent clipping the cat while inside.
One of the serious problems of automatic cat litter boxes is the possibility of clipping the cats which could prove fatal in some cases. The new Oppo product adopts an integrated anti-pinch design and six-layer safety protection for your feline pets. The Oppo smart cat litter box is wide enough for the cat to enjoy various activities unhindered.
The new Oppo smart cat litter box is the brand’s first incursion into the segment. The product is linked with the Airrobo brand but Oppo may build its own ecological chain along this line. The Airrobo brand is a smart home cleaning solutions arm of UBTECH.
The specifics of the new Oppo smart cat litter box including pricing details will be released at the launch of the gadget tomorrow.
As mentioned earlier, there are a few other Oppo gadgets that will also be unveiled during the August 10 event. We have almost lost count of the products the company is planning to announce tomorrow. It’s sure going to be a products feast.
Boult has a huge range of affordable audio accessories. Today, the company has launched new wireless Neckband earphones in India, dubbed Boult Audio FXCharge. The earphones come with an affordable price tag and offer some top-notch features. For instance, the neckband comes with environmental noise cancellation (ENC). The new Boult earphones are equipped with 14.2mm drivers and are IPX5 rated for sweat and water resistance. Let’s have a look at their specifications and other details.
Boult Audio FXCharge Specifications
The Boult Audio FXCharge neckband wireless earphones come with some impressive features for the price. The earphones are powered by 14.2mm Hi-Fi drivers and feature the company’s proprietary environmental noise cancellation (ENC) technology for a better audio experience during phone calls.
For connectivity, the wireless earphones use the latest Bluetooth v5.2, which offers a better range and fast pairing with nearby devices. They are compatible with a wide range of devices running on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows.
It has inline controls to easily adjust volume, change tracks, answer calls, and more. Additionally supported by Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, the Boult Audio FXCharge earphones give customers access to hands-free speech assistants. The earphones are also water and sweat resistant to IPX5 standards.
The Boult earphones carry support fast charging technology. The company claims that the earphones offer up to seven hours of playback with just five minutes of charge. The total battery life of the earphones is up to 32 hours with case (advertised). They can easily be charged through the USB Type-C port.
Boult Audio FXCharge price in India, availability
The new Boult Audio FXCharge neckband earphones are available on Amazon with a special price of Rs. 899 with a maximum retail price being Rs. 4,999. The special price may last very long so if you are interested in buying these earphones, now is the time. The earbuds come in Black and Green color options.
Chinese tech giant OPPO launched a 65-inch smart TV known as OPPO K9x around the middle of April this year. The smart TV carries an affordable base price of 2199 yuan (~$325). Now, there are indications that a smaller-sized version of the smart TV will be launched tomorrow (August 10). The company has released pricing details of the K9x 50-inch version showing it will have a base price tag of 1299 yuan (~$192).
Going by the official details shared on Weibo, the OPPO K9x 50-inch version will share the same specs as the 65-inch version with the obvious difference being the size.
Recall that the OPPO K9x smart TV has a 4k LCD screen with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. A 60Hz frame rate, 1 billion colors, a 70% NTSC color gamut, 280 nits of brightness, and delta E2 are all supported by the TV.
A 16GB internal storage space and a quad-core MediaTek CPU with 2GB of RAM power the smart TV. Dual-band Wi-Fi is supported by the chipset. Additionally, the TV has two built-in speakers with a 20W power rating. It can be used as a screen sound and includes Dolby sound support.
At the same time, OPPO K9x has a self-developed AI PQ algorithm, supports frame-by-frame optimization of image quality in all scenes, and has a display-level color accuracy in the same range as flagship smart TVs.
One of the key features of the K9x smart TV, which runs the most recent version of ColorOS TV, is that there are no boot advertisements. It boots quickly as a result, with minimal waiting. The operating system also adds functionality for screen projection from a mobile phone, a tablet, and up to four mobile phones at once. In order to preserve user security and privacy, mobile phone call alerts won’t be shown on the TV. Smart TV, OPPO K9x
Also included in the TV is a children’s mode that supports TV online classes, kid-only programming, kid-friendly settings, and built-in AI fitness personal instruction.
Reliance Jio is expanding its gaming architecture by adding a new game streaming platform. JioGamesWatch will provide users with an array of gaming content including live gameplay and video-on-demand (VOD) streaming. The new platform will provide gaming enthusiasts an opportunity to watch compelling games seamlessly.
JioGames has continued to blossom since 2019 when it was born. It is a gaming software that has attracted all strata of the gaming ecosystem from players to developers and publishers. It provides opportunities for online games, tournaments, and e-sports to be developed,
The JioGamesWatch streaming platform now comes to expand the functionality of JioGames by allowing gamers to broadcast live games. It is designed to empower and enable creators to live-stream their content with any device under minimal latency. The platform will also showcase the array of gaming content already developed via JioGames. JioGames expects millions of visitors to the new streaming service.
The JioGamesWatch platform incorporates lots of interactive opportunities for viewers including audience polls and fan support through emotes. The platform is available on the JioGames App on Android, iOS, and Set-top-box (STB) devices. Users can subscribe to VODs from creators and influencers.
The platform allows creators to stream games in high definition or at various resolution options for mobile streaming. The JioGamesWatch has an ideal stream setting and several creator resources are available on the platform. Users with compatible devices can enjoy the JioGamesWatch service in India.
Oppo will unveil its latest skin, the ColorOS 13 on August 18. The new skin is based on Android 13 and it will globally debut on the stated date, as confirmed by Oppo. Oppo says the new skin will incorporate underlying safety and privacy features in Android 13. This comes on the heels of the release of the Oxygen OS 13 also for Android 13. The new upgrade features aesthetic improvements in the layout and functionality.
Oppo says that Color OS 13 comes with an overall refreshed design and will deliver a concise, smooth, and comfortable experience similar to Oxygen OS 13. There are no specifics yet on the Oppo devices that will herald the new Android 13 skin. The Oppo Find N and Find X5 Pro are both expected to be in the mix for the new skin. Both devices were part of the Android 13 beta program. There are speculations also that the Oppo Reno 8 lineup could also get the upgrade to Color OS 13.
The launch event for the new Oppo Android 13 skin will further illuminate the update. We will also get to know the trajectory of devices that will get the software at the launch. Global availability of the firmware could proceed immediately although no specifics have been mentioned yet. If a sequential release is countenanced, we expect the upgrade to start from China and proceed to other markets subsequently.
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