Motorola Edge 30 Neo Geekbench listing appears, launch seems imminent

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Aug 4, 2022

The Edge 30 Neo is an upcoming Motorola smartphone. The device is expected to arrive as a rebranded version of the Edge 30 Lite, which is yet to go official. The Edge 30 Neo has now appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking site (via. MySmartPrice), which indicates that it will be launched in the next few days.

The Motorola Edge 30 Neo Geekbench listing shows it is powered by a Qualcomm chipset, which has six CPU cores clocking at 1.80GHz and two CPU cores ticking at 2.21 GHz. The source code of the listing reveals that the chip includes an Adreno 619 GPU. These details reveal that it will be yet another Motorola phone featuring the Snapdragon 695 chipset.

The device has appeared with 8 GB of RAM and Android 12 OS on Geekbench 5. It scored 664 points in the single-core test and 1848 points in the multi-core test.

Motorola Edge 30 Neo specifications (rumorred)

The Motorola Edge 30 Neo has a 6.28-inch P-OLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 695-powered device is expected to arrive in 6 GB and 8 GB LPDDR4x RAM variants. Both models may offer 128 GB and 256 GB of storage, respectively.

For selfies, it will have a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. The back panel of the device will have a 64-megapixel main camera and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide snapper. It will pack a 4,020mAh battery and sport a slim profile of under 7mm.

Motorola Edge 30 Lite / Neo price (rumored)

A previous leak revealed that the Motorola Edge 30 Lite would cost 399 euros in Europe. It is expected to debut in Q3 this year. The device will succeed the Edge 20 Lite from last year.

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Honor MagicBook 14 Ryzen Edition now available for purchase at discounted price in China

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Jeet

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Aug 4, 2022

A couple of months ago, Honor announced its new Honor MagicBook 14 Ryzen Edition, powered by AMD Ryzen 6000H series processors, with a starting price of 5,199 yuan. Now, the lineup is getting discounts in the Chinese market.

Honor has announced that the base model with AMD Ryzen 6600H, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage is priced at 4,799 yuan (~$710) while the model with Ryzen 6800H, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage costs 5,299 yuan (~$784).

Coming to the specifications, the Honor MagicBook 14 features a 14-inch IPS display panel offering 2K resolution with 2160 x 1440 pixels, 300 nits of peak brightness, a typical contrast ratio of 1,500:1, and is also TUV Rheinland low blue light certified.

Under the hood, the laptop comes powered by either AMD Ryzen 5 6600H processor or the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H processor with two Zen3+ APUs — Radeon 660M or Radeon 680M graphics processor. Both the models come with the same configuration for memory — 16GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage.

In the software department, the notebook is running the latest Windows 11 operating system from Microsoft. As for the battery, it is powered by a 75Wh battery that is claimed to recharge the device from 0 to 100 percent within one hour and 20 minutes.

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OnePlus Nord 20 SE launched with HD+ display, 50MP dual cameras, 33W fast charging

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 4, 2022

The OnePlus Nord 20 SE is now listed for purchase on AliExpress. The device features a waterdrop notch display on the front and a 50-megapixel dual camera setup on the back. It is powered by MediaTek’s Helio chipset and has a 5,000mAh battery. It is the cheapest OnePlus phone to arrive on the market. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Nord 20 SE.

OnePlus Nord 20 SE specifications and features

The OnePlus Nord 20 SE has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen that produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels and 600 nits of brightness. The display notch houses an 8-megapixel selfie camera, and its back panel has a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) dual-camera setup.

The Helio G35 chip powers the Nord 20 SE. The device ships with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. It features a microSD card slot. The phone runs on Android 12 OS and OxygenOS 12.1.

The Nord 20 SE is backed by a 5,000mAh battery. It carries support for 33W SuperVOOC charging. For security, the handset offers features like a side-facing fingerprint scanner and AI face unlock.

The other features of the Nord 20 SE include dual stereo speakers, 4G VoLTE, WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The Nord 20 SE is nothing but a rebranded version of the OPPO A77 4G, which debuted with a price tag of Rs 15,499 (~$195) in India.

OnePlus Nord 20 SE price and availability

The AliExpress listing of the OnePlus Nord 20 SE mentions that it will go on sale on Aug. 12. It is priced at $199, which makes it the most affordable phone from the brand. The smartphone comes in Celestial Black and Blue Oasis.

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iPhone 14 base model rumored to bear same $799 price tag as the iPhone 13

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 3, 2022

The upcoming iPhone 14 base model is rumored to cost $799, which is the same price as the iPhone 13. A post on a South Korean blog indicates that Apple will not increase the price of the entry-level model in the iPhone 14 series. The move, according to the leaker, is aimed at boosting sales for the model. The global smartphone market has experienced a squeeze and the tipster says Apple is adjusting to coping with the reality. The source of the information is said to come from a major US financial institution.

The iPhone 14 will come with a 6.1-inch display like its predecessor, the iPhone 13. The iPhone 14 series is expected to roll out soon and the decision on the price of the base model was reportedly made at the top management level. Apple has continued to face increased production costs and supply chain disruptions. There is no way of independently verifying the rumored claims at this time. Apple maintains a strong policy of tracking down leakers who sell its trade secrets.

There is a precedent if Apple launches the iPhone 14 at the same price as the iPhone 13. This will mark the second time in a row that it will be making that call. The iPhone 13 retailed at a launch price of $799. The iPhone 14 lineup includes the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Max, and the 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max which is the top of the pick. While the Pro models will be powered by the A16 Bionic chipset, the non-Pro models will retain the A15 chip. The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will combine a circular hole-punch cutout and a pill-shaped cutout for their camera setup and Face ID functionality. The authenticity of the rumored price of the iPhone 14 will be laid to rest by Apple when official details are released.

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Jaguar I-Pace EV caught fire while charging after a 12-mile trip

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 3, 2022

A Florida resident’s Jaguar I-Pace caught fire after the car was left to charge overnight. This incident is the fourth relating to the I-Pace and brings to focus the nagging issue of EV fires. The owner of the car managed to remove the flaming car from his garage to prevent his house from going up in flames.

Fire risks remain a major danger in electric vehicles. Several fire incidents have been reported over the years mainly due to battery overheating. The particular incident in Florida involved a British-made EV – the Jaguar I-Pace. The car caught fire after returning from a 12-mile trip. The car’s owner Gonzalo Salazar had charged the car overnight before the 12-mile trip. The owner heard loud popping noises from the car shortly after he parked the car in his garage. He thereafter discovered dense smoke as a result of the blazing flame. Bravely, the owner was able to drive the 2019 I-Pace model out of his garage to mitigate the impact of the fire.

A video that captured the fire incident showed that the fire caused some smaller explosions. This indicates that the fire could have been caused by the car’s LG battery cells. The previously reported fire incidents with the I-Pace were also related to battery issues. A statement from Jaguar says it will thoroughly inspect the destroyed I-Pace before releasing any further details.

The Jaguar I-Pace is not an EV with strong demand, but it is expected that the British automaker moves swiftly to resolve the EV fire issue.

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Ambrane PowerVolt Router UPS launched in India at an introductory price of Rs. 999 ($13)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 3, 2022

Indian start-up Ambrane has unveiled the PowerVolt 12V UPS for routers for the domestic market bearing an introductory price of Rs. 999 (~$13). The router UPS is an easy-to-install device that provides uninterruptible backup power to your router. It delivers up to 4 hours of power backup for Wi-Fi or ADSL routers.

The PowerVolt Router UPS has a 6,000mAh Lithium-ion battery while Polycarbonate is used in its construction to ensure maximum durability. It features safety and protective features that guarantee the seamless and safe operation of the device. It is BIS-certified and can be used for 12V routers with a maximum rating of 2A. A smart LED indicator on the router UPS shows charging/ discharging progress. Three connecting cables and connections are included in the package.

The original price of the Ambrane PowerVolt Router UPS is Rs. 1,299 (~$17) but a discounted offer is available via Flipkart for Rs. 999 (~$13). Ambrane is offering a 6-month warranty on the Made in India Router UPS. Ambrane says that the new router UPS is a timely addition to the Indian market, as the country currently experiences frequent power cuts. It says that the device is essential to provide uninterrupted internet connectivity even with occasional power cuts. It was specifically designed for the Indian market and it is available across a wide spectrum of outlets in the country.

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One-netbook’s ONEXPLAYER Mini Pro with a Core i7 chip, 800p display launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 3, 2022

The ONEXPLAYER Mini series, which debuted as an Intel Core i7-1195G7-powered device, has been updated by One-Netbook. One-netbook earlier unveiled the RX-78-2 Gundam special edition models powered by the Core i7-1260P and AMD Ryzen 7 5800U. One-netbook chose not to sell the RX-78-2 Gundam special edition model internationally for one reason or another.

But the company has now successfully accomplished this with the ONEXPLAYER mini Pro, although with a change in display resolution. One-netbook has specifically chosen to swap the 1,920 x 1,200-pixel display found in the previous ONEXPLAYER mini PC for a more traditional 1,280 x 800-pixel display.

Aside from that, the ONEXPLAYER mini Pro’s Core i7-1260P cannot play most triple-A games smoothly at 1200p, so going from a 1200p display to an 800p one would theoretically be a downgrade.

The Core i7-1260P performs better than the Core i7-1195G7 in CPU-intensive tasks. Iris Xe Graphics G7 iGPUs with 96 Execution Units (EUs) are used by both, though. Thus, there isn’t going to be a significant performance increase during gaming when switching from the ONEXPLAYER mini to the ONEXPLAYER mini Pro. Compared to the LPDDR4x-4266 RAM on the mini, the addition of LPDD5-5200 RAM might enhance performance in several areas.

The ONEXPLAYER mini Pro, which has 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, is currently available for pre-order from One-netbook for $1,399. The device is also available from the firm for $1,589 with a 2 TB SSD and the same amount of RAM. It is important to keep in mind that these are pre-sale costs; eventually, they will increase to $1,459 and $1,649, respectively. The ONEXPLAYER small Pro is available in black or white finishes. For an additional $59 and $29, you may add a foldable Bluetooth keyboard or a black protective case. The company’s website has further information about the ONEXPLAYER tiny Pro.

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Xiaomi 12S Pro vs Nubia Z40S Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Aug 3, 2022

A brand new flagship just came up unexpectedly from a non-mainstream brand: the Nubia Z40S Pro. Besides the latest RED MAGIC 7S gaming phone, the ZTE sub-brand released a “normal” flagship with the same level of power. It is an outstanding phone and it is able to compete with the most advanced devices from mainstream brands, such as the Xiaomi 12S Pro. We decided to put these phones together not only because of the letter S in their names but also because their specifications are similar and so are their prices. This is the comparison between the main specifications of the Xiaomi 12S Pro and the Nubia Z40S Pro which will help you to understand which phone offers the most advanced potentialities. It will be a tough fight, but there will be a winner, at least considering your personal needs.

Xiaomi 12S Pro Pro vs Nubia Z40S Pro

	Xiaomi 12S Pro	Nubia Z40S Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	163.6 x 74.6 x 8.2 mm, 203 g	161.3 x 74 x 8.1 mm, 205 g
DISPLAY	6.73 inches, 1440 x 3200 pixels (Quad HD+), AMOLED	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, octa-core 3.19 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, octa-core 3.19 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – 18 GB RAM, 1 TB
SOFTWARE	Android 12, MIUI	Android 12, MyOS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 50 + 50 + 50 MP, f/1.9 + f/1.9 + f/2.2 32 MP f/2.5 front camera	Triple 64 + 8 + 50 MP, f/1.6 + f/3.4 + f/2.2 16 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY	4600 mAh, fast charging 120W, fast wireless charging 50W	5000 mAh, Fast Charging 80W or fast charging 120W and fast magnetic wireless charging 15W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	5G, dual SIM, reverse wireless charging	5G, dual SIM, magnetic wireless charging

Design

I personally prefer the design of the Xiaomi 12S Pro. It has a more minimal look and, besides being built with premium materials such as the glass for the back and the aluminum for the frame, it comes in an additional color option with a rear side made of vegan leather. The front glass is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus by Corning but, unfortunately, this phone does not offer any certification against dust and water. The Nubia Z40S Pro is built with a glass back and an aluminum frame as well, but its look is less impressive if compared to its rival. However, it is a more compact phone because it has a smaller display. These handsets come with very narrow bezels around the displays and small punch holes placed in the central part of the front glass. They look very premium and you would feel it more if you see them live.

Display

If you are looking for a display offering the most advanced image quality, then you should opt for the Xiaomi 12S Pro. The most important difference between the two panels is the resolution: the Xiaomi comes with a Quad HD+ resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels, while its rival has just a Full HD+ resolution. The Xiaomi 12S Pro has an AMOLED panel with a diagonal of 6.73 inches showing up to one billion colors with a 120 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10+ certification, and Dolby Vision support. Thanks to the LTPO technology, it offers an adaptive refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz. Further, its peak brightness is whopping 1,500 nits. The Nubia Z40S Pro has a higher 144 Hz refresh rate, but the image quality is lower. It has a 6.67-inch display with a full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, one billion colors, and the HDR10+ certification. The peak brightness is lower too, with 1,000 nits. Both the phones feature in-display fingerprint scanners and stereo speakers.

Specs & Software

The hardware is one of the strongest points of these two devices because they are equipped with the best processor by Qualcomm: the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. It is an SoC built at 4 nm with an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X2 CPU running at a max frequency of 3.19 GHz, three Cortex A710 CPUs running at 2.75 GHz, four Cortex A510 CPUs running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 730 GPU. Despite having the same processor as the Xiaomi 12S Pro, the Nubia Z40S Pro wins the hardware comparison because it comes in a better memory configuration, with up to 18 GB of RAM and 1 TB of internal storage. The Xiaomi flagship stops at 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. These handsets run Android 12 with highly customized user interfaces on top, but the MIUI is actually more advanced than Nubia’s customization.

Camera

The Xiaomi 12S Pro is equipped with a better 50 MP main camera supporting OIS, but the Nubia Z40S Pro has better secondary sensors. Its main 64 MP camera (with OIS) is paired with an 8 MP periscope sensor with 5x optical zoom and a 50 MP ultrawide lens, while the Xiaomi has three sensors all with 50 MP resolution. The 12S Pro wins the selfie comparison thanks to the presence of a better 32 MP selfie shooter.

Read More: Snapdragon 8 Gen1 Speed Test: Xiaomi 12 Pro vs OnePlus 10 Pro vs Realme GT 2 Pro vs iQOO 9 Pro vs Moto Edge X30

Battery

If you are looking for longer battery life, you should opt for the Nubia Z40S Pro because it has a bigger battery, while the Xiaomi 12S Pro provides faster charging speeds wirelessly, with a power of 50W.

Price

The Xiaomi 12S Pro starts from €670/$680, while you need at least €490/$498 to purchase Nubia Z40S Pro in China. Which one would you pick?

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Xiaomi 12S Pro vs Nubia Z40S Pro: PRO and CONS

Nubia Z40S Pro

PRO

Up to 1 TB of internal storage
Up to 18 GB of RAM
Periscope camera
Bigger battery

CONS

Slower charging

Xiaomi 12S Pro

PRO

Better display
Faster wireless charging
Superior main camera
Better front camera

CONS

Smaller battery

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Komaki introduces new fireproof batteries after ‘incidents’

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Divyansh Mehta

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Aug 3, 2022

Recently, electric two-wheelers have attracted attention for both good and bad reasons. Although electric vehicle adoption in the nation has been hampered by a significant problem, battery-powered vehicles have been at the forefront of the EV revolution. This is clearly related to the recent fire accidents involving electric scooters of different brands. Now, Komaki, an EV company with operations in India, appears to have the answer to this important problem.

This week, Komaki introduced new fireproof batteries in India as part of the solution. Beginning next month, these will be utilized in all of the company’s electric vehicles. For those who don’t know, Komaki offers a variety of electric scooters along with a few electric motorcycles in India.

The new Komaki batteries make use of the popular lithium-ion batteries, but they have a unique twist. Additionally, it has created a simple smartphone application to track battery health. The application will alert end users and dealers about the battery’s condition at any time while in use.

According to a statement from Komaki, its new EV batteries feature a configuration of lithium-ion phosphate (LiFePO4). These batteries are inherently more fire-resistant than the typical electric two-wheeler batteries. The LiFePO4 batteries’ cells’ iron content is to credit for the increased safety. The manufacturer asserts that even in dire circumstances, the batteries are more fire-proof than the competition.

Komaki also plans to reduce the number of cells in the battery pack by one-third in order to address the issue of fires. Fewer cells will result in less heat buildup inside the battery pack. As a result, Komaki asserts that its LiFePO4 batteries have a greater life cycle of 2500–3000 compared to the NMC (nickel, manganese, and cobalt) batteries’ 800 life cycle.

The fewer parts will also make it easier for original equipment makers, or OEMs, to fix the batteries in one place. This should lessen the possibility of battery damage during transit to and from repair facilities. In addition, the battery cells are balanced every few seconds by the innovative active balancing mechanism. The application will be able to analyze 250 batteries in real-time, according to business executives.

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If the company’s data is to be believed, the LiFePO4 battery can go more than 300 miles on a single charge. Given what the competition now delivers, 180 kilometers on a charge for the Komaki SE and TN95 should be adequate even in real-world performance. But it’s still unclear how well the new Komaki batteries will actually function.

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ASUS Vivobook 15 (touch), Vivobook S 14 Flip & Zenbook 14 Flip OLED launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 3, 2022

Three ASUS laptops have been introduced in India. The Vivobook 15 Touch, Vivobook S 14 Flip, and the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED are now available in India starting at Rs. 49,990 (~$632). The new laptops come with a sleek design, excellent battery life, advanced touchscreen technology, and convenient use. The three ASUS laptops are compact and have a versatile form factor.

The Vivobook S 14 Flip comes in two processor options – AMD and Intel. It has a 14-inch IPS panel with FHD+ resolution. The touchscreen has a maximum brightness level of 300 nits and the laptop is TUF Rheinland-certified. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600H and Intel Core i512500H processors are available for the Vivobook S 14 Flip. The processors are paired with AMD Radeon Graphics and Intel Iris Xe graphics respectively. Two heavy-duty heat pipes and an efficient 79-blade cooling fan ensures optimal performance always. The laptop’s battery can last for up to 50 hours and the power button incorporates a fingerprint scanner.

The ASUS Vivobook 15 (touch) has a 15.6-inch FHD screen, thin bezels, and a screen-to-body ratio of 82%. It is a lightweight and sleek notebook weighing just 1.7kg. Two Intel processor options are available for the Vivobook 15 (touch). Its battery can last up to 42 hours and supports 65W fast charging. The Vivobook 15 has the US MIL-STD 810H certification and will run on Windows 11 OS.

The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED has a 14-inch, 2.8K 90Hz OLED touchscreen. It renders a maximum brightness of 550 nits and has a 16:19 aspect ratio. Its screen-to-body ratio is 88% and the laptop can detect 4,096 levels of stylus pressure. The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED sports a 4-sided NanoEdge design and it is one of the thinnest convertible OLED laptops. It has a 360-degree ErgoLift hinge so you can flip the display in any direction. The laptop can be used for gaming applications thanks to its Intel 12th Gen H-series processors.

The ASUS Vivobook has a starting price of Rs. 49,990 (~$632), while the Vivobook S 14 Flip starts from Rs. 66,990 (~$846), and the Zenbook 14 is priced from Rs. 99,990 (~$1,263). The three products will be available across India in both online and offline retail outlets including Amazon and Flipkart.

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Fitbit fresh lineups renders leaked: all new Fitbit Sense 2, Inspire 3 and, Versa 4

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Divyansh Mehta

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Aug 3, 2022

Fitbit, the American fitness wearable devices company, is getting ready to introduce three fresh smart wearables under various lineups.

Hey #FutureSquad! I have another on for you!

Here comes your very first look at some upcoming #Fitbit devices: the #FitbitSense2, #FitbitVersa4 and #FitbitInspire3, through a bunch of high-resolution press renders!

On behalf of my Friends @91mobiles 👉🏻 https://t.co/KJKe44ztfo pic.twitter.com/sKrhZczmbK

— Steve H.McFly (@OnLeaks) August 3, 2022

Steve Hemmerstoffer, alias OnLeaks, shared the renders of all three Fitbit wearables today via Twitter. With the release of its fourth-generation smartwatch, the best-selling Fitbit Versa series will return. The Fitbit Sense, the first Android smartwatch with an ECG sensor, arrived on Indian soil in 2020. Its successor, the Fitbit Sense 2, will be available soon.

While the cost of these two is anticipated to be high, we can also anticipate the arrival of the less expensive Fitbit Inspire 3 fitness band with the Fitbit Sense 2 and Fitbit Versa 4.

Fitbit Sense 2

With the addition of a button on the side, Fitbit Sense 2’s design is very similar to that of the original Fitbit Sense. It boasts the same reliable curved display enclosed in a square dial with a metallic frame that we examined in our evaluation of its predecessor. The size of this panel is still a secret, though.

Remember that the original Fitbit Sense had flagship smartwatch capabilities that were exclusive to the Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch4: an EDA sensor to detect stress levels, SpO2, improved heart rate tracking, 50m water resistance, voice assistant compatibility, and an ECG sensor. But this feature wasn’t accessible in India, like with many wonderful things in technology. This was introduced to Indian shores by Fitbit Sense, and we anticipate the second-generation Fitbit Sense to do the same.

Fitbit Inspire 3

Fitness trackers with lots of features that fit in the pocket are available in the Inspire series. The Inspire 3 won’t look anything like its predecessor, at least not totally, despite the fact that we don’t yet know its specifications.

The third-generation Fitbit Inspire sports a fully packed case that covers and holds the entire display, in contrast to the Fitbit Inspire 2’s disjointed appearance.

Fitbit Versa 4

The Fitbit Versa 4 is the last item on the list. Fitbit Versa is another flagship series of smartwatches in Fitbit’s arsenal. When the company launched its Fitbit Versa 3, it was hard to differentiate it from Fitbit Sense, as both spoke the same body language. The same can be said in the case of Fitbit Versa 4. This one is also forged in a way that looks akin to the Fitbit Sense 2. With Fitbit Versa 3, buyers got everything they could ever ask for from a smartwatch, at least for the price it came with, an AMOLED panel, built-in GPS, calling support, health tracking features, voice assistant, and decent battery life.

It is a no-brainer that the company will at least maintain these standards on the fourth-gen Fitbit Versa, if not bring significant upgrades to the table. We don’t expect an ECG sensor on Versa 4, as the recently unearthed images of the same didn’t show any sign of an ECG sensor. But with the loadout the Versa 4 is expected to come, it won’t be wrong to call it a lite version of the Fitbit Sense 2.

Availability and expected pricing

Like the Fitbit Sense, the Sense 2 may cost more than the Fitbit Sense’s Rs 22,999 in terms of price. There are three color choices available: Gold, Graphite, and Platinum.

The expected pricing of Inspire 3 and Versa 4’s pricing is yet to be confirmed but the more premium amongst these two, the Versa 4 will be priced cheaper than the flagship Fitbit Sense 2.

The Fitbit Versa 4 will come in two color options: Graphite and Rose. Meanwhile, the Inspire 3 will come in three color options: Yellow, Pink, and Black.

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Airtel to launch 5G services in India this August

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Anurag

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Aug 3, 2022

After waiting for years, India will finally get 5G connectivity soon. Airtel, one of the largest Telecom service providers in the country, has announced that it will start rolling out 5G connectivity in India by the end of August. The telco has signed an agreement with Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung for the implementation of 5G network.

“We are delighted to announce that Airtel will commence roll out of 5G services in August. Our network agreements are finalised and Airtel will work with the best technology partners from across the world to deliver the full benefits of 5G connectivity to our consumers,” an Airtel press release noted.

To recall, the Department of Telecom in India recently conducted a spectrum auction where Airtel acquired a 19867.8 MHZ spectrum in 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 3300 MHz, and 26 GHz frequency for Rs. 43,084 crores.

“Choice of multiple partners will enable Airtel to roll out 5G services spanning ultra-high-speeds, low latency and large data handling capabilities, which will enable a superior user experience and allow the pursuit of new, innovative use cases with enterprise and industry customers,” the press release added.

As mentioned, Airtel has joined hands with Ericsson, Nokia, and Samsung as network partners to deliver the 5G services in India. Airtel has been using Ericsson’s mobile communications services for over 25 years, across every generation of mobile devices. Samsung is a new addition and Airtel’s partnership with the South Korean giant will begin this year onwards.

Airtel will likely become the first telco to provide 5G services in the country as there has been no official confirmation from rivals like Reliance Jio and Vodaphone. There are rumors that Jio will commence its 5G services on 15th August.

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OnePlus 10T 5G with SD 8+ Gen 1, 16GB RAM, 150W charging starts at $649

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 3, 2022

Chinese tech giant OnePlus has officially announced its latest flagship smartphone. The OnePlus 10T 5G was unveiled at a live event held in New York and streamed live on YouTube. The 10T is coming two years after OnePlus last updated the T-series smartphones, having skipped the 9T last year.

Design & Display

The OnePlus adopts a unique design similar to that of the OnePlus 10 Pro. It packs a large square camera bump on its rear. The device packs a 6.7-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels and support for HDR10+ standard, up to 120Hz refresh rate, and 10-bit color depth. It should be noted that the OLED panel is less sophisticated than the LTPO2 panel used on the 10 Pro. The phone comes in two color options – Moonstone Black and Jade Green.

Specifications

The OnePlus 10T 5G packs an upgraded Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 CPU paired with 8GB RAM or 16GB RAM. The device comes in 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. OnePlus will provide a 12GB+256GB option to buyers in India.

The OnePlus 10T will run on OxygenOS 12.1 out of the box

In terms of the battery, the phone crams a 4,800mAh battery under the hood but you won’t have to worry about running out of battery as it supports 150W SuperVOOC fast charging. The phone comes with a 160W power adapter inside the box. However, the device’s maximum charging power in nations using 110V power outlets is 125W.

The Battery Health Engine feature which OnePlus introduced onboard the device is said to drastically reduce the battery’s long-term wear. Approximately 80% of the battery’s capacity is expected to remain after 1,600 charging cycles.

Camera

The OnePlus 10T comes with a significant downgrade in the camera hardware in comparison to the 10 Pro in order to keep the price low. The widely utilized and largely underwhelming 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro cameras are employed in place of the sophisticated ultrawide camera and the 3x telephoto unit. The device retains the 50MP Sony IMX766 main sensor used on the 10 Pro which is impressive. It is combined with an optically stabilized lens and a wide f/1.8 aperture.

For selfies, the device packs a 16MP sensor with large 1.0 mm pixels and an f/.2.4 aperture.

OnePlus 10T Pricing & Availability

The most anticipated part of the launch was obviously the pricing details and it is far from disappointing. The OnePlus 10T 5G starts at $649 in North America for the 8GB+128GB model. The higher model is priced at $749. In the US, preorders open on September 1 at OnePlus’ own store, Amazon and Best Buy, while it will start shipping on September 29.

For buyers in Europe, UK and India, pre-orders open today with shipments to follow on August 25. The base 8GB+128GB model starts at €699/£629, while the 12/256GB version is €799/£729.

The OnePlus 10T 5G starts at Rs 49,999 for the 8GB+128GB model. The 12GB+256Gb variant is priced at Rs 54,999 while the top model with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage will retail for Rs 55,999.

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Mivi Fort S16 and S24 Soundbars Launched in India for Rs. 1299 (~$16)

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Anurag

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Aug 3, 2022

Mivi has launched new Fort S16 and the Fort S24 soundbars in India. The newly launched audio products come at an affordable price and are claimed to be manufactured in India. Both soundbars come with a studio-quality bass and sport multiple connectivity options including AUX, Bluetooth 5.1, TF/USB, and Micro SD card. They are claimed to offer a battery life of up to six hours. Let’s look at all the details.

Mivi Fort S16, Fort S24 specifications

The Mivi Fort S16 and Fort S24 soundbars come with a fabric design, and matte finish, so they can easily match the appearance of your TV or PC set. The two soundbars are equipped with two passive radiators that deliver studio-quality bass. As you might have guessed by the name, the Fort S16 has a total output of 16W. On the other hand, the Fort S24 offers 24W output.

As mentioned, the Mivi Fort S16 and Fort S24 soundbars come with multiple connectivity options such as AUX, USB, and a Micro-SD card slot. For wireless audio streaming, they have Bluetooth v5.1 as well. Both soundbars are also equipped with a 2.0-channel system that produces balanced audio. The Mivi soundbars support both Siri and Google voice assistants.

If we talk about the battery, the Mivi Fort S16 packs a 2000mAh battery and the Mivi Fort S24 comes with a 2500mAh battery. Don’t confuse Mivi S24’s bigger battery with better playback time, the company said that both soundbars can only offer up to 6 hours of battery life.

Mivi Fort S16, Fort S24 price in India, availability

The Mivi Fort S16 comes at an introductory price of Rs. 1,299 (roughly $16). Its original price is Rs. 1,499. The Mivi Fort S24 is available for purchase at Rs. 1,799 as per the introductory offer. It will be retailed at Rs. 1,999. The special will only last till Wednesday, from Thursday onwards the soundbars will sell at the original prices mentioned. Both the soundbars can be purchased through Flipkart and the official Mivi website.

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OnePlus Nord CE gets Android 12 based OxygenOS 12 stable update in India

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 3, 2022

OnePlus started testing the Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 update in June through Open Beta builds. Now, the company has finally launched a stable Android 12 update for the device.

OnePlus took to the OnePlus Community forum to make a formal announcement for the update. The OnePlus Nord CE Android 12 stable update is roughly 4GB in size and has firmware version EB2101 11 C.04. However, the update is currently limited to the Indian variants of the device. Other regions are said to receive the update in the coming days. So, let’s take a look at the official changelog coming with the EB2101_11.C.04 build.

System

Optimized desktop icons with improved textures, by using a design inspired by brand-new materials and uniting lights and layers
Optimized AI System Booster to 2.1 to support the system to run smoothly even when the load is high

Dark mode

Newly added three adjustable levels, bringing a more personalized and comfortable user experience

Shelf

Newly added style options for Cards, making data contents more visual and easier to read
Newly added access to OnePlus Scout in Shelf, allowing you to search multiple contents on your phone, including Apps, Settings, Media Data, etc
Newly added OnePlus Watch Card in Shelf, to easily glance at your health status

Work Life Balance

Newly added Work Life Balance feature, allowing you to effortlessly switch between Work and Life mode via quick settings
Newly supported automatic Work/Life mode switching, based on specific locations, Wi-Fi network, and time, also bringing customized App notification profiles according to the personalization

Gallery

Newly supported switching between different layouts with a two-finger pinch gesture, intelligently recognizing the best-quality pictures, and cropping the thumbnail based on the content, making the gallery layout more pleasing

Canvas AOD

Newly added diverse styles of lines and colors, for a more personalized lock screen experience with inspiring visuals
Newly added multiple brushes and strokes and support for color adjustment

The OxygenOS 12 upgrade for the OnePlus Nord CE looks to be rolling out in batches, so not everyone may have access to it. Within the following two weeks, we can expect the brand to complete the rollout.

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Amazfit GTR 4 and GTS 4 Leaked in Official Images Ahead of Launch

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Anurag

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Aug 3, 2022

A new set of Amazfit watches dubbed the GTR 4 and GTS 5 are due to launch soon. The new watches will succeed last year’s Amazfit GTR 3 and GTS 3. The wearables will have an almost similar internal specification but an entirely different appearance. Speaking of appearance, a new report is here with a full batch of official marketing images for the Amazfit GTR 4 and GTS 4 watches. Let’s have a look.

GSMarena has again leaked some more images of the upcoming Amazfit watches, but this time the images are in high resolution. They are likely a part of the company’s promotional material for GTR 4 and GTS 4.

As can be seen in the images, the GTR 4 has the same circular design as its predecessor and the GTS 4 also has a similar squircle appearance as the GTS 3. The display on the GTS 4 is comparatively bigger than the GTR 4.

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Amazfit GTR 4 is expected to carry a 1.43-inch AMOLED touchscreen display that offers a 466 x 466 px resolution. It will likely support Always-on Display (AoD) functionality and may feature an aluminum alloy casing in silver and black colors. The watch is said to be available with leather, silicone, or nylon watch straps.

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The GTS 4 will have a larger 1.75-inch AMOLED panel offering 390 x 450 px resolution. The watch is said to be just 9.9mm thick and weighs 27 grams (without the strap). It is expected to be available in black, rose gold, and brown casings with silicone or nylon watch straps.

The company hasn’t confirmed any details about the watches yet. We expect them to launch in a few weeks. Read detailed specs of the Amazfit GTR 4 and GTS 4 here.

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Samsung self-repair service with iFixit now available for Galaxy Customers

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Divyansh Mehta

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Aug 3, 2022

Samsung is working with iFixit, the top online repair community, to launch its self-repair service. The company’s commitment to giving customers sustainable solutions that will enable them to support a more circular economy by extending the lifetimes of their devices is reinforced by this program, which complements Samsung’s continuous consumer-friendly repair expansions.

Genuine Samsung parts for the Galaxy Tab S7+, Galaxy S20, and Galaxy S21 series are now offered on iFixit. iFixit.com now sells replacement screens, rear glass, and charging ports as standalone components or as part of Fix Kits that come with everything you need to fix a compatible Galaxy device. The new display kits will include a return label to ship used parts back to Samsung – at no cost to the consumer. This makes it even easier for customers to send back their used components for ethical recycling.

Samsung also provides Customer-First Care Options in addition to this.

Same-day service in person: More than 80% of the US population is attended to on the same day. Access mobile product repair services at more than 2,000 locations with an average response time of two hours or less.
Samsung also has more than 550 “We Come To You” vans that provide in-person service within a 30- to 60-minute trip.
Mail-In Service: For all mobile customers who choose to use the mail-in service, Samsung provides nationwide coverage throughout all 50 states.
Independent Service Providers (ISP): Samsung’s ISP network provides out-of-warranty services, same-day service, WISE-certified facilities, qualified technicians, and genuine parts.

Availability

Genuine Samsung Galaxy components are presently only available in the US as of August 2. According to iFixit, “We’re attempting to grow our product portfolio and offer more comprehensive components. Furthermore, the original device components and useful, easy-to-use repair tools available through iFixit and Samsung retail and service facilities in the US areas are identical parts, including the prices provided to our affiliated repair providers.”

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Redmi K50i battery drain comparison with POCO F4, iQOO Neo 6, OnePlus Nord 2T, OPPO Reno 8

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 3, 2022

In recent months, a bunch of new mid-range smartphones have greeted the Indian market. These include the iQOO Neo 6, the OnePlus Nord 2T, the POCO F4, the Redmi K50i, and the OPPO Reno 8.

These devices differ a lot from each other when it comes to specifications and pricing, however, how do they fair against one another when it comes to battery life? To find the answer to this question, MySmartPrice conducted a battery drain test of the above-mentioned smartphones. So, let’s take a look at the findings.

A battery charging test precedes the battery test under consideration. All of the cellphones have been fully discharged, and the posted times reflect a complete 0 to 100 percent charge cycle. With a 4,500mAh battery, the OPPO Reno 8, POCO F4, and OnePlus Nord 2T require 27, 56, and 34 minutes, respectively, to charge. The Redmi K50i, which has the largest 5,080mAh battery pack, requires a significant 1 hour and 4 minutes to fully charge, while the iQOO Neo 6, with its slightly larger 4,700mAh battery, requires about 41 minutes.

The two-hour video playback test, which the devices undertake with a full battery backup, kicks off the battery drain test. The Reno 8 has the least amount of battery left after the speaker test, with only 67%. Through the first two tests, every other device keeps at least 75% of its charge.

Following the media playback tests, we jump to the CPU stress tests using Geekbench 5 and Antutu. After 3 hours of running the benchmarks, the Reno 8 has only 40% charge left, while the iQOO Neo 6 has the highest charge remaining of the bunch at 57%.

A one-hour-long gaming session comes next with BGMI being the game of choice. After the game session, the Redmi K50i retained the most charge level at 35%m which was followed by the iQOO Neo 6 and POCO F4 at 33%. The Reno 8 got the closest to the red line at 20%.

The game round is followed by a camera round, and it is noticed that the OPPO Reno 8 has reached its final 2 percent of charge after having been used for around 4.5 hours. Even with only 10% of its battery charged, the Nord 2T isn’t far behind. Everyone else keeps their cool even with more than 20% of the battery left.

The final nail in all the coffins is the following challenge, a social media usage challenge. The Redmi K50i is the winner of the challenge as a result of this. This battery is not only the biggest of the bunch, but it also has the best battery drainage rate (measured in mAh/min) and lasts for a full 6 hours, 45 minutes.

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OnePlus 10T won’t feature brand’s iconic Alert Slider, Here’s Why

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Sean

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Aug 3, 2022

The OnePlus 10T launch event is edging closer, with the event being just over an hour away. It is the second flagship smartphone model from the company in 2022, but, it will be skipping an iconic part of the brand’s phone design.

For those unaware, the new smartphone will not feature the Alert Slider that many of the company’s loyal customers have come to love. This offered users a way to directly put their phones on silent or vibrate when needs be through a physical slider rather than through the UI. However, this will be the Chinese smartphone maker’s first flagship handset that skips this iconic OnePlus phone design feature.

Previously, we had reported on a tweet from a known tipster that claimed that the brand will only launch a few smartphones with the Alert Slider in the future. The tipster further added that the design feature will only be offered on flagship level Pro models. But you might be wondering, the OnePlus 10T is a flagship grade handset. So why does it not feature the Alert Slider? Well, the answer is simple. The brand decided that it had to sacrifice this feature in exchange for more room on the inside of the chassis.

Basically, the Alert Slider was removed to make way for several new upgrades, which includes a high wattage charging, a large battery capacity, and even a better antenna signal. All three of these were the major reasons for the Alert Slider missing from the upcoming premium grade smartphone.

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Huawei MateBook 14s available in China now, runs on Intel 12th Gen P-series processor

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Divyansh Mehta

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Aug 3, 2022

Huawei launched the MateBook 14s laptop which is powered by Intel 12th-gen core processors and a 2.5k resolution display.

Earlier today, the notebook went on sale in China at 12:00AM (GMT+8) Chinese Time.

Huawei MateBook 14s specifications

In terms of display, the device has a 14.2-inch, 2.5k resolution, 3:2 touch-screen display, with a 90Hz refresh rate and 400 nits of brightness. Additionally, the display features a 100% sRGB color gamut and also supports 10-point multi-touch technology. Also, It is 1.43kg lighter than its predecessor and has a metal body construction build.

The notebook runs on Intel’s 12th Generation Core P-Series Standard-Pressure Processors. It is notable that all P-series processors can handle multi-core and low-power scenarios. The most performing i7-1280P has 6 performance cores that support hyper-threading and a maximum clock of 4.8GHz. All i5 and i7 models have 4 performance cores, with the exception of the i7-1280P.

In addition, the new MateBook 14s has a built-in 60Wh battery, a 90W GaN charger, and a four-speaker audio system. Interfaces include HDMI, Thunderbolt 4, USB Type-A, and more. The new MateBook 14s supports HyperTerminal in terms of software and is compatible with a variety of gadgets, including smartphones, tablets, monitors, and smart screens.

Price and availability

Space grey, Haoyue silver, and spruce green are the three colours that the new MateBook 14s is offered in.

The pricing of the different configurations is as follows:

i5-12500H + 16GB + 512GB: 6599 yuan ($980 approx.)
i5-12500H + 16GB + 1TB: 6799 yuan ($1000 approx.)
i7-12700H + 16GB + 1TB: 7999 yuan ($1180 approx.)

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