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OPPO Pad Air vs Moto Tab G62: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido
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A bunch of hours ago, the OPPO Pad Air went official in the European market. It is the first OPPO tablet to hit Europe and it is also a device with a high value for money, thanks to its affordable price tag. But there is another tablet launched a few days ago representing a perfect competitor for the OPPO one. We are talking about the Motorola Moto Tab G62: Lenovo seems seriously intentioned to take on OPPO, Realme, and Samsung not only in the global smartphone market but in the tablet market as well. Is its new tablet good enough to challenge the best affordable tablets out there? In order to answer this question, after comparing the Motorola tablet to the Realme Pad, we decided to publish a comparison between the main specifications of the OPPO Pad Air and the Motorola Moto Tab G62.

OPPO Pad Air vs Motorola Moto Tab G62

OPPO Pad Air Motorola Moto Tab G62
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 245.1 x 154.8 x 6.9 mm, 440 grams 251.2 x 158.8 x 7.5 mm, 465 g
DISPLAY  10.36 inches, 1200 x 2000p (Full HD+), IPS LCD 10.6 inches, 1200 x 2000p (Full HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, octa-core 2.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY 4 GB RAM, 64 GB –  4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE  Android 12, ColorOS Android 12
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA Single 8 MP f/2.0
5 MP f/2.2 front camera		 Single 8 MP f/2.2
8 MP front camera
BATTERY 7100 mAh, fast charging 18W 7700 mAh, fast charging 20W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Stylus support Optional LTE

Design

If I had to choose between these two tablets, I would definitely go for the OPPO Pad Air without thinking twice. It has a very interesting design made of two elegant pieces and it is very curated. It is one of the most beautiful tablets you can choose and even one of the thinnest and most lightweight ones, with a thickness of just 6.9 mm and a weight of 440 grams. It has a very high screen to body ratio and one single camera placed on the upper left corner of the rear side. It supports the stylus for handwriting and drawing, so it is a very good tablet for productivity, even though it is an affordable model. Even though the OPPO Pad Air wins the design comparison, the Motorola Moto Tab G62 remains a beautiful device. It is made entirely of aluminum with the exception of the front glass: it has an aluminum back, an aluminum frame, and a very thin profile with a thickness of just 7.5 mm. Further, it has a water repellent body, so you can use it even in the rain. The screen to body ratio is high even in this case but this device does not support the stylus for handwriting and drawing.

 

Display

If you are looking for the best image quality, you should go for the OPPO Pad Air. It has an IPS LCD display, so nothing particularly amazing because the best displays are OLED. But it is able to show up to one billion colors, so you can get good color accuracy. The display has a diagonal of 10.36 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels and, as already mentioned, it supports the stylus. The display of the Motorola Moto G62 is inferior in terms of image quality, but it is a bigger panel, with a diagonal of 10.6 inches. It has a Full HD+ resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels and IPS LCD technology. Both the tablets feature four stereo speakers for an improved audio experience, but they lack a fingerprint reader and you can only unlock them through a code or other traditional methods.

 

Specs & Software

Now, let’s talk about the hardware department. These are midrange tablets, and midrange tablets are usually inferior to midrange phones. So you should not expect blazing speeds and the highest performance, but these devices are always more than acceptable. They are powered by the Snapdragon 680 4G mobile platform by Qualcomm: a chipset built with a 6 nm production process sporting an octa-core architecture composed of four Kryo 265 Gold CPUs running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz, as well as four Kryo 265 Silver CPUs running at a frequency of 1.9 GHz, and an Adreno 610 GPU. The OPPO Pad Air wins the hardware comparison because it provides a higher amount of RAM and internal storage: it offers up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of UFS 2.2 native storage which you can furtherly expand with a micro SD, while the Motorola Moto Tab G62 stops at 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of expandable native storage. These tablets run Android 12 out of the box, but the ColorOS for Pad found on the OPPO device is way better than the Motorola customized user interface.

 

Camera

Do you need a better rear camera? If so, then buy the OPPO Pad Air. It has the same 8 MP resolution as the Motorola Moto Tab G62, but thanks to a brighter f/2.0 focal aperture and a better camera algorithm, it is able to provide higher camera performance. On the other hand, the Moto Tab G62 by Motorola has a better 8 MP front camera.

 

Battery

The Motorola Moto Tab G62 is able to provide a longer battery life thanks to the presence of a bigger battery with a capacity of 7700 mAh.

 

Price

The OPPO Pad Air sells with a starting price of €213/$213 in the Indian market, while the Motorola Moto Tab G62 starts from €200/$200 at the actual change. Which one would you pick?

 

 

OPPO Pad Air vs Motorola Moto Tab G62: PRO and CONS

OPPO Pad Air

PRO

  • Better display
  • More compact
  • Superior rear camera
  • Stylus support
  • Wider availability

CONS

  • Smaller battery

 

Motorola Moto Tab G62

PRO

  • Wider display
  • Bigger battery
  • Water repellent
  • Better front camera

CONS

  • Just 4 GB of RAM

 

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LG OLED Flex is a bendable OLED TV that alternates between flat & curved modes

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LG has unveiled its first bendable OLED TV, which can function as a flat or curved display. The LG OLED Flex is equipped with a 42-inch OLED panel as well as LG’s latest display technology that bends into a curved (900R) TV.LG OLED Flex

Curved displays are better suited for immersive gaming, whilst flat panels are better suited for watching TV broadcasts or streaming services. Using a special button on the TV remote, LG OLED Flex users can automatically bend and adjust the TV into its curved mode. (As opposed to certain morphing monitors, which require manual adjustment.) There are two settings, or owners can alter the display curve in 5% increments through 20 different levels.LG OLED Flex

The 42-inch bending display is aimed at gamers, thanks to a slew of capabilities that console and PC gamers would appreciate. The LX3 supports Dolby Vision gaming at 4K 120Hz and has all of the latest HDMI 2.1 capabilities like variable refresh rate (VRR) and auto low latency mode (ALLM). It also supports Nvidia’s G-Sync and AMD’s FreeSync technologies, which reduce tearing and stuttering during gameplay.

This TV certainly seems more like a huge monitor, and it even has a height-adjustable stand that allows you to tilt the image towards or away from you. There are also gaming settings that allow you to reduce the 42-inch display to 32- or 27-inch proportions if you don’t want to play specific games at full screen.LG OLED Flex

Gamers can also use LG’s Multi View mode to simultaneously view content from two different sources. So, you could use the LG Flex to play a PC or console game while simultaneously viewing a YouTube video streamed to the TV from a phone.

LG has not announced pricing or a release date for the OLED Flex TV. The LG Flex will be on show this week at IFA in Germany.

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New AYA Neo Slide video surfaces ahead of its Q4 2022 launch

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Jed John Ikoba
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A new official video of the upcoming AYA Neo Slide handheld gaming console has been released by the company. The progress video indicates that the Slide is on track for its scheduled Q4 2022 release. The gaming handheld was announced in May 2022 and the new video followed its prototype release last month.AYA NEO SLIDE

The AYA NEO Slide is powered by AMD’s Ryzen 7 680DU chipset with Zen 3+ CPU cores and a Radeon 680M iGPU. The SLIDE will likely square up with the GPD Win 4 and the display can be viewed from at least two angles. The video also reveals some design similarities with the Win 4 but the SLIDE comes with some unique features. You can orientate the SLIDE in a flat orientation or at a 45-degree angle. It is unclear whether the display supports other orientations and how this feature pans out during gaming. The AYA Neo Slide offers shallow keyboard keys while the display sits atop its chassis unlike the GPD Win 4. It is noted that what is known about the Win 4 are leaks, as official renders are yet to be available. The SLIDE will have an LPDDR5-6400 RAM and at least two color variants. The video also reveals USB-C connectivity, a microSD card reader, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a gamepad layout.

The model is still at the prototype stage but is expected to be released in Q4 2022. AYA NEO has not provided other details including pricing and availability of the upcoming handheld.

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Moto Edge 30 Neo Spotted on Google Play Console with FHD+ Display, Snapdragon 695 SoC

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Motorola Edge 30 Neo is expected to launch in the first week of September. The details are yet to be officially announced by the company, but ahead of it, the Edge-series smartphone has been spotted on the Google Play console website, hinting at a few key specs. The listing suggests Edge 30 Neo will be equipped with Snapdragon 695 Soc, FHD+ Display, 8GB RAM, and more. Let’s have a look at all the details.

Moto Edge 30 Neo

Tipster Mukul Sharma has spotted the Moto Edge 30 Neo on the Google Play Console website with the codename “Miami”. As per the listing, the device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, coupled with Adreno 619 GPU. It will be equipped with a full-HD+ display with a hole-punch cutout, housing a selfie camera. It will run Android 12-based MyUX out of the box.

Moto Edge 30 Neo google play

Recently, the renders of the Moto Edge 30 Neo surfaced online, which revealed the device will be offered in Aqua Foam, Black Onyx, Ice Palace, and Very Peri color options.

Further, the device is rumored to have a 6.28-inch P-OLED display offering a 120Hz refresh rate. It is said to have up to 8GB RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. For photography, it could feature dual rear cameras consisting of a 64MP main camera with OIS accompanied by a 13MP ultrawide sensor. It is expected to come with a 4,020 mAh and will support 30W charging.

As for the price, Moto Edge 30 Neo is expected to cost around 399 euros in Europe. As mentioned, Motorola is yet to confirm any details about the smartphone yet. We hope to learn more in the coming days.

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Vivo X Fold S bagged 3C certification, Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 Soc, 80W charging tipped

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Vivo is reportedly working on its next-gen foldable smartphone, dubbed X Fold S. The foldable has been the subject of various leaks recently. And today, it has been spotted on China’s 3C certification platform, hinting at an imminent launch. The listing reveals the device will support 80W fast charging. It is also rumored to be equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Soc.

Tipster Digital Chat Station has spotted the Vivo X Fold S on China’s 3C certification site with model number V2229A. The listing confirms the device will be with an 80W dual C-port GaN flash charging head.

Vivo X fold S 3C certification

The tipster also sheds some light on the specifications of the device. He claims the Vivo X Fold S will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset. It will have a large screen offering 2K resolution and 120hz refresh rate.

Further, the foldable is said to be fueled by a 4700mAh battery and support 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. The tipster previously claimed that the X Fold S will have a quad camera setup that consists of a 50-megapixel primary, 48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle, 12-megapixel telephoto, and 8-megapixel periscopic sensors. While on the front, it will house a 16-megapixel selfie shooter. The device is also said to have a new bright red plain leather body.

vivo X Fold
Vivo X Fold

The Vivo X Fold S will launch as the successor to the Vivo X Fold that was launched in April last year. The exact launch date of the forthcoming foldable is yet to be revealed, however, the 3C certification hints that the device may arrive soon.

Vivo hasn’t confirmed any details about the X Fold S yet, so we recommend you take the specs mentioned above with a pinch of launch. We hope to learn more details about the foldable in the coming days.

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Realme Buds Air 3S launching in India on September 6: All details

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New Realme gadgets are coming to India. The company has already confirmed it will be launching the Realme Watch 3 pro in India on September 6. And now it has announced a new pair of TWS earbuds, dubbed Realme Buds Air 3S will debut alongside the smartwatch.

Realme took to Twitter to announce the launch date of the Realme Buds Air 3S. The hearables will debut in India on September on September 6 at 12:30 PM. The company has also revealed the design and appearance of the upcoming earbuds through the announcement post.

Realme Buds 3S india launch date

The Buds Air 3S can be seen to have a design completely different from its siblings in the series. The earbuds have a flat stem, and silicone ear-wing tips. Judging from the design, the buds could be aimed toward athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Interestingly, the case of the earbuds is having a transparent lid.

Talking about the specs, the company has confirmed the Realme Buds Air 3S will sport an 11mm triple titanium bass driver and 4-microphones with an AI ENCE noise reduction algorithm.

As mentioned, the Chinese manufacturer will also launch the Realme Watch 3 Pro. Reports suggest the smartwatch will sport an AMOLED display with a 1.78-inch screen size offering a 368 × 448-pixel resolution, and 500nits peak brightness. It will likely come with in-built GPS and may support Bluetooth calling. The Realme Watch 3 Pro is said to offer up to seven days of battery life on a single charge.

In addition, the watch is confirmed to go on sale through Flipkart. The price and other details about both the products are yet to be known. We hope to see a few more leaks revealing more details ahead of launch.

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Infinix Note 11, Note 12, & Zero 5G Android 12 upgrades confirmed to start rolling in September

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Infinix has started the rollout of the upgrade of three of its recent smartphones from Android 11 to Android 12. The Infinix Zero 5G, Note 11, and Note 12 were launched with Android 11 out of the box and are now getting their first OS upgrade.

While the Infinix Note 11 was launched in 2021, the Note 12 and Zero 5G models entered the market this year. The Android 12 beta upgrade will provide improvements in the user interface and general outlook of the three models. Indeed, Infinix says the rollout is in sync with its commitment to give its customers the most powerful and optimized experience via the update.

The Android 12 upgrade will be done sequentially in batches starting from August 31. Infinix India, in a tweet outlining the update, stated that the rollout will start with the beta version and the stable update will follow thereafter. The OEM says that after the beta, which is available for download for everyone, the optimized version will be available within 30 days. The schedule for the rollout indicates that the Zero 5G will kick off the update on August 31. The Note 11 and Note 12 updates will roll out subsequently within the first week of September.

The Android 12 upgrade will provide security, privacy, and performance improvements for the devices. The latest Android 12 updates for the latest Infinix models could be the precursor for the Android 12 update for older Infinix models. The company, however, remains silent on other models lined up for the Android 12 update.

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Sony HT-A3000 3.1-channel soundbar with visualized Dolby Atmos launched for $699

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The latest Sony soundbar is a 3.1-channel speaker with visualized Dolby Atmos and other impressive features. The HT-A3000 comes with the DTS:X surround sound and is seemingly the last model in the A-series lineup. Although it is the cheapest soundbar in the series, it comes with some impressive specs that are comparable with its more expensive siblings.Sony HT-A3000 3.1-channel soundbar

The HT-A3000 soundbar has many of the software capabilities and features of the higher HT-A7000, HT-A5000, and HT-A9 soundbars. The soundbar supports Chromecast, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth playback. The model has left, right, and center channels in addition to dual built-in subwoofers. It can also accommodate additional rear surround speakers and a dedicated subwoofer for greater output.

The Sony HT-A3000 features Sony’s 360 spatial sound mapping and sound field optimization functionalities. This allows for a customized and optimal sound that is tailored to the ambient acoustic profile. It lacks more channels unlike the other models in the lineup, as well as the absence of HDMI passthrough. This means that you will not be able to run a gaming console or any other intermediate device. It however has the x-balanced speaker design present in other models in the series. This offers clarity and a more dynamic output.Sony HT-A3000 3.1-channel soundbar

The soundbar can be used with Sony’s recent TVs like the Bravia XR. With compatible Sony TVs, it is also possible to connect an S-Center Out cable to the TV for a more immersive output in combination with the TV’s speakers. The HT-A3000 retails at $699 and it could be more expensive when it is part of a surround sound system compared to a higher and more expensive model. It is, however, a great bargain as a standalone soundbar for smaller spaces.

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OPPO A57e launched in India with MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, 5000mAh Battery

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OPPO A57e has been launched in India as the company’s latest budget smartphone. The smartphone is very similar to the OPPO A57s that debuted recently. The handset comes with features like MediaTek Helio G35 SoC, 6.56-inch LCD, dual rear cameras, and more. Let’s have a closer look at the price, specifications, and features of the newly launched smartphone.

OPPO A57e Specifications and Features

As mentioned, OPPO A57e is almost the same as OPPO A57s with just a few differences. The device comes with a 6.56-inch IPS LCD screen offering an HD+ resolution of 1612 x 720 pixels, up to 600 nits of brightness, and 269 PPI pixel density. It supports a standard 60Hz refresh rate and is protected by Panda glass (manufactured by a Beijing-based company).

Under the hood, the A57e is powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 chip paired with 4 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and 64 GB of internal storage. The device comes with a RAM expansion feature which enables you to virtually increase RAM by up to 4GB. The handset also sports a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 1TB.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the OPPO smartphone has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 13-megapixel main camera accompanied by a  2MP monochrome sensor. While on the front, it features an 8-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.

OPPO A57e is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W SuperVOOC charging. The phone runs on Android 12 OS with ColorOS 12.1 on top. Unlike the OPPO A57s, the A57e does not come with NFC support and stereo speakers. It also features Bluetooth 5.2 instead of 5.3.

OPPO A57e Price in India, Availability

OPPO A57e price in India is set at Rs 13,999 ($175) for the sole 4GB RAM + 64GB Storage variant. The device is offered in Green and Black colors and is available for purchase in India through Flipkart.

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JBL has announced the Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds with a smart LED interface in its charging case. The new wireless earbuds come with significant improvements from its predecessor, the Tour Pro Plus. The company also announced the Tour One M2 over-ear wireless headphones with true adaptive ANC.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 is claimed to be the first-ever wireless earbuds with a LED touchscreen control panel in its charging case. The LED display enables the user to play music, receive calls, adjust the earbuds, and receive messages and notifications.JBL Tour Pro 2 earbuds

The 1.45” LED screen looks like a smartwatch interface and enables the user to do lots of activities outside the smartphone. The Tour Pro 2 features adaptive noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.3 LTE compatibility, 10mm drivers, and up to 40 hours of playtime overall. The JBL Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds have several noticeable improvements from its predecessor but still retain the six-microphone setup of the Tour Pro Plus.JBL Tour One M2 wireless headphones

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Nothing launched its first ever smartphone dubbed the Phone (1) last month. It was widely criticised for the lack of a bundled charger in the box. The Carl Pei-helmed company sold the charger called Nothing Power (45W) separately. 

Nothing Power (45W)

Now Nothing has announced that it will hold a special sale for customers who want to purchase the Phone (1)’s charger at a discounted price. This is only valid for customers who pre-ordered the Phone (1) and missed buying the Power (45W) at an introductory price before. The charger is available for Rs 1,499 instead of the regular price tag of Rs 2,499. The Nothing Power (45W) will be available at a discounted price tag until stocks last and the special sale is already live on Flipkart. If you have pre-ordered the Phone (1), here’s your chance to grab the Power (45W). 

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Samsung Galaxy A04s has quietly launched today in global markets. It is an upgraded variant of the Galaxy A04 that debuted recently. The latest offering arrives as the successor to the Galaxy A03s that was announced last year. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box. 

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The Samsung Galaxy A04s features a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display bearing an HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch. It offers a 90Hz refresh rate and the screen is shielded by Gorilla Glass 3. The device has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. 

On the optics front, the Samsung Galaxy A04s has a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP main sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP portrait unit. There is a 5MP front-facing selfie camera. 

Internally, the Galaxy A04s is equipped with an unspecified octa-core processor but we expect it to be the Exynos 850. It is offered in 3GB and 4GB RAM along with 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB onboard storage options. There is a microSD card slot support for additional storage needs up to 1TB. The device draws its power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 15W fast charging. The smartphone runs on OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12 OS.

Connectivity options on the Galaxy A04s include a 3.5mm headphone jack, dual SIM, 4G, WiFi-5, and Bluetooth 5. 

The Samsung Galaxy A04s comes in Black, Green, White, and Copper colours. There is no word on the pricing of the smartphone but it is listed on the brand’s online store in Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. 

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In June, a Xiaomi tablet with model number 22081281AC was certified by the 3C authority of China. Earlier this month, the tablet went official in the home market with the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4 moniker. A new Xiaomi tablet has appeared in the database of the 3C certification platform. Speculations are rife that it could be the first Redmi branded tablet.

The alleged Redmi Pad with an MT8781 model number has received 3C certification. It is a 4G LTE device that is likely to come equipped with a 22.5W charger. According to tipster WHYLAB, the device will be equipped with a 7,800mAh battery.

Redmi Pad 3C listing
Redmi Pad 3C listing

A recent leak claimed that the Redmi Pad would be equipped with a new MediaTek MT87871 chipset. The SoC is similar to the existing Helio G99 chip. Hence, the first Redmi tablet could be a budget-friendly offering from the brand.

Speculations are rife that the Redmi Pad will be equipped with an 11-inch display that will carry support for 2K resolution. Unfortunately, there is no information available on the other specs of the device. Now that the device has passed 3C certification and has been found being tested in Asian and European countries, it seems that it will not take too long for it to go official.

In related news, Redmi seems to be gearing up to launch a couple of new smartphones in India. It recently unveiled the Redmi Note 11 SE and is now gearing up to launch the Redmi 11 Prime 5G on Sept. 6 in the country. The Xiaomi sub-brand is also expected to launch an entry-level phone called the Redmi A1 in the coming days.

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Huawei will be holding its next launch event in China on Sept. 6. The major attraction of the event will be the Mate 50 series of flagship phones. The same event is expected to see the arrival of a couple of other Huawei products. One of them appears to be a new edition of the Huawei P50 Pocket, and the other one seems to be an Enjoy-series phone.

Two new Huawei devices with model numbers BAL-AL80 and CHA-AL80 have appeared with images and key specifications in the database of China’s TENAA certification site. The images show that the BAL-AL80 is a clamshell device, whereas the CHA-AL80 could be an Enjoy-branded mid-range handset.

Huawei P50 Pocket sequel TENAA
Huawei P50 Pocket sequel’s images at TENAA

The BAL-AL80 could be a sequel or an updated version of the Huawei P50 Pocket. The device can be seen sporting a dual-tone design. There are two circles on the backside of the device. The first one looks like it has three cameras, and the second one has a second screen like the P50 Pocket.

Huawei P50 Pocket sequel TENAA
Huawei P50 Pocket sequel’s images at TENAA

The listing does not mention support for 5G networks on the device. It further reveals that the device is equipped with five cameras and a 4,260mAh battery.

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Huawei CHA-AL80’s TENAA images

The CHA-AL80 Huawei phone has a punch-hole display on the front, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and a triple camera unit on the back. It packs a 3,900mAh and lacks support for 5G connectivity. Both devices run on HarmonyOS. Unfortunately, there is no information available on the final monikers of both devices.

The upcoming Mate 50 series is expected to include four models, such as the Snapdragon 778G powered Mate 50e; and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 4G powered Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro, and Mate 50 RS Porsche Design.

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HMD Global may soon introduce a new Nokia-branded smartphone dubbed as Nokia C31.  Going by its name, the handset will likely be a higher variant of Nokia C21 and Nokia C21 Plus from earlier this year. Let’s take a look at this upcoming phone.

Nokia C21 Plus
Nokia C21 Plus

The yet-to-release Nokia C31 has been spotted on Geekbench. The listing reveals the chipset, RAM, and software of the device.

The smartphone will be powered by a Unisoc SoC. It is expected to house a Unisoc SC9863A chip, which happens to be the same chipset running  Nokia C21 and Nokia C21 Plus.

Either way, the SoC will be paired with 4GB RAM. There could be other memory variants. On the software front, the phone will boot Android 12.

Talking about performance, it is capable of scoring 145 points and 796 points in single-core and multi-core tests respectively. In other words, it can only perform basic tasks.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about the forthcoming Nokia C31. That’s because this is its first appearance on the internet.

Just like almost all smartphones, we expect to learn more about this one before its official launch in the coming days. Details about it will likely emerge via certifications and leaks.

What are your expectations of Nokia C31? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

 

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Sean
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Earlier this month, Samsung had began rolling out the Android 13 OS based One UI 5.0 Beta update for its current gen flagship series, the Galaxy S22 lineup. Now, the company has also released this update for the previous gen Galaxy S21 series as well.

 

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G series

The South Korean tech giant has announced various features for the new One UI 5.0 Beta update. As of right now, the public beta update for One UI is currently not available across the globe and is only being released in select markets. So, Galaxy S21 owners in India are not eligible for this update, but the beta has began rolling out in South Korea and the UK as well.

The public beta update for the One UI 5.0 is only available for download for those that have already signed up for the beta program. For those interested, you can sign up for this program through the Samsung Members application, which will require you to fill in some details before you get notified for the update eligibility notification. As per official notes, The final update is expected to roll out to all eligible devices sometime in October 2022.

With the new One UI 5.0 beta update, Samsung brings the major Android 13 update  as well as the new color palette of the new OS alongside various other features and UI changes. This includes the likes of stacked widgets, opt-in notifications for individual apps, and more. The updates also offers Optical Character Recognition, aka OCR, to the Gallery app, which basically lets users copy and paste texts directly from the images itself.

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ColorOS 13 Closed Beta Program Starts for OnePlus 8, 8 Pro, 8T, & Ace

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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ColorOS 13 is now available for more OnePlus devices in the beta form. The brand has kickstarted the closed beta initiative for four additional handsets, namely OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8T, and Oneplus Ace.

The ColorOS 13 closed beta program for these devices begins soon after the announcement of the software in China. Unsurprisingly, the initiative is limited to China as the global models boot OxygenOS.

OnePlus 8T
OnePlus 8T

The beta registrations of these phones are only live until today (August 31). We believe there could be multiple rounds of recruitment in the coming days.

As per the official update schedule, the OnePlus Ace will enter the open beta phase in September. It will be later followed by OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T in October.

Since Oppo is known for delivering stable update a month or two from the release of open beta builds, these handsets will most likely run the stable version of ColorOS 13 before the end of 2022.

We expect the same for the international variants as well. That’s because OnePlus has begun the OxygenOS 13 open beta program for them too. Hopefully, the brand doesn’t mess up this time around.

We regularly cover ColorOS update stories. So stay tuned to remain updated.

 

 

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AMD launches new 5nm based Ryzen 7000 series desktop processors

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Sean
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AMD has just launched its latest generation of the desktop processors. The new Ryzen 7000 series CPUs were highly anticipated across the globe by professionals, gamers, and even enthusiasts. So let’s have a look at their pricing, specs, and features.

Team Red has just announced four new processors that target different price range and offer varying performance and functionality. This series starts from Ryzen 5 7600X, followed by the Ryzen 7 7700X and the Ryzen 9 7950X, and lastly, the top end Ryzen 9 7950X CPU. Notably, the Ryzen 7000 series desktop processors also comes with support for new socket AM5 platform. This supports dual channel DDR5 memory, up to 24 PCIe 5.0 lanes, and will be supported by the company till 2025 and beyond.

AMD

While the Ryzen 5 7600X is the entry model for now, it is still quite a powerful processor. It is the successor to the popular last gen Ryzen 5 5600X model and also features a 6 core and 12 threads CPU with a base frequency of 4.7GHz and a boost clock speed of 5.4GHz. This model also has a total TDP of 105W and has a total cache of 38MB. The Ryzen 7 7700X is where the higher end model starts, with 8 cores and 16 threads and a base frequency of 4.5GHz and boost clock speed of 5.4GHz. This processor also has a 105W TDP and has 40MB of total cache.

The Ryzen 9 series starts with the Ryzen 9 7900X, which is the top end model for most customers. It offers 12 cores and 24 threads with a base frequency of 4.7GHz and a boost clock speed of 5.6GHz. With these specs, it is clear that apart from great gaming performance, the processor will likely be an attractive option for creative professionals and even productivity based users. This CPU has a 170W TDP and has a 76MB total cache.

AMD

Lastly, there is the true flagship Ryzen 9 7950X processor that offers a whopping 16 cores and 32 threads with a 4.5GHz base frequency and a 5.7GHz boost clock speed. It also has a 170W TDP and will offer 80MB total cache. As per official notes, AMD claims that this processor will offer up to 47% improved energy efficiency over some of its rivals. Additionally, it can also outperform the competition by up to 57 percent in the V-Ray Render.

Another notable announcement alongside the new processor is the AMD EXPO Technology. Through this technology, users can boost gaming performance by up to 11 percent depending on the game you’re playing. EXPO basically provides advanced DDR5 overclocking profile settings. The technology would also boost gaming performance by using pre configured overclocking settings.

AMD

The new AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors is set to go on sale starting from 27th September 2022. Pricing for the new CPUs starts from 299 US Dollars for the Ryzen 5 7600X. The Ryzen 7 7700X has a price tag of 399 US Dollars, while the higher end Ryzen 9 7900X costs 549 US Dollars. The flagship Ryzen 9 7950X processor has a steep price tag of 699 US Dollars.

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Upcoming iPhone SE to resemble the iPhone XR in design

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Well-known YouTuber Jon Prosser appeared on the Geared Up podcast with Andru Edwards and Jon Rettinger (via AppleTrackr) to reveal key details of the upcoming 4th generation iPhone SE. The iPhone SE 2022 was based on the iPhone 8. The new leak reveals that the next-generation iPhone SE will be based on the previously released iPhone XR.

According to Prosser, the iPhone SE 4 will be “just an iPhone XR.” This indicates that it will be equipped with a notched display, reduced bezels, and Face ID. This also suggests that it may not feature a Touch ID sensor.

iPhone XR
iPhone XR

The iPhone SE 2022 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic chip, which is the same chip that can be found in the iPhone 13 series. Rumors are rife that the iPhone 14 and 14 Max, debuting next month, will have the A15 chip, whereas the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max will be equipped with the Apple A16 Bionic.

Hence, it appears that the iPhone SE 4 may feature the Apple A15 Bionic chip. The rest of its specifications could be identical to the iPhone XR, which has been discounted by Apple. Reports have revealed that there has been less demand for the iPhone SE, which suggests that people may not be interested in purchasing an iPhone with an older design.

The iPhone XR, which went official in 2018, came with a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD display that offered 828 x 1792 pixels. The A12 Bionic chip-powered device featured 3 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, and a 2,942mAh battery with 15W charging support. It came with a 7-megapixel front camera and an OIS-enabled 12-megapixel rear camera.

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These OnePlus Phones Will Get ColorOS 13 Update

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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A couple of weeks back, Oppo unveiled ColorOS 13 for global markets. Yesterday, the company debuted its latest mobile software in China. 

As expected, the firm also revealed the list of devices that will receive an update to this software. Unlike the global eligible list, this one includes OnePlus smartphones.

That’s because OnePlus phones run pure ColorOS in China. Whereas, in international markets, they boot OxygenOS, which is a fork of ColorOS.

With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the OnePlus smartphones that will get access to the Android 13-based ColorOS 13 update.

OnePlus 10 Pro
OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus ColorOS 13 Update List

August 2022

  • OnePlus 10 Pro

September 2022

  • OnePlus 9 Pro
  • OnePlus 9
  • OnePlus Ace

October 2022

  • OnePlus Ace Pro
  • OnePlus 9RT
  • OnePlus 9R
  • OnePlus 8 Pro
  • OnePlus 8
  • OnePlus 8T

The aforementioned schedule denotes the start of the open beta program. The stable release may happen a month or two from the listed month.

It is worth noting that OnePlus has begun the closed beta program for almost all the handsets on the list, except for the OnePlus Ace Pro. Hence, expect the company to deliver the update in a timely manner.

If OnePlus follows the timeline, this will be the first time it will be pushing the latest Android update faster to multiple devices. Merging with Oppo seems to be doing wonders for the brand.

 

 

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