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Smartphone sales in China hit a new low in Q2, 2022, Honor records sharp growth

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Viraj Gawde
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Smartphone sales in China dropped in the second quarter of this year i.e. the period between April – June. As per Counterpoint’s Market Pulse report, the sales decreased 14.2 percent year-on-year basis. The second quarter’s volumes were 12.6 percent lower than the level seen during the COVID-19 hit pandemic first quarter of 2020. The shipments were also less than half of the historical peak achieved in Q4, 2016. The last time the sales were lower than this year’s second quarter was nearly a decade ago in Q4, 2012 when the iPhone 5 was introduced. 

China smartphone shipments Q2 2022

The drop in smartphone sales in China is attributed to rising inflation, the Russia-Ukraine war, and COVID-induced lockdowns and prolonged downturns. 

China smartphone market share Q2 2022

During the second quarter of this year, Vivo lead the smartphone market in China with a 19.8 percent share thanks to the S12 series smartphones. Honor came second with an 18.7 percent market share. The brand made a great comeback compared to the same quarter last year when it only had a 7.7 percent share. Honor’s success is said to be attributed to expanding its offline presence. The third spot is taken by OPPO who captured 17.9 percent market share. Cupertino-based brand Apple maintained its fourth position with a 15.5 percent market share, a slight increase over the same period last year. The iPhone 13 series is said to be the reason for the company’s good performance. Xiaomi bagged the fifth spot with a 14.9 percent share. The brand saw sales pick up in June by models like Redmi K50 and Note 11 series. 

Outside the top five list, the last three spots are occupied by Huawei, Realme, and others who recorded 6.9, 2.4, and 4.3 percent market share respectively. Counterpoint added that the despite the discouraging performance in Q2, 2022, Chinese OEMs continued to strengthen positions in the high-end segment.

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Vivo Y16 appears on FCC & BIS certification websites, could launch soon

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Sudhanshu
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Earlier today, the upcoming Vivo Y02s was spotted on the FCC certification website and Geekbench database. Along with the Y02s, the Vivo Y16 has also surfaced on the FCC database as well as the BIS database, so let’s take a look at listings.

Vivo Y15s
Vivo Y15s

The Vivo Y16 has emerged on the FCC certification database with the V2204 model number. The listing that the device has GPRS, EGPRS, WCDMA, LTE, and VoLTE as the network support. It also has dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth, and dual SIM support.

Moving on, the smartphone was also spotted on the BIS database with the same model number (via RootMyGalaxy). As for the specifications, the device is expected to come with the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset and run Android 12 out of the box. It is reported to come in a gold color variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

As for the other specifications, the Y16 is expected to house a 6.51-inch Full HD+ display. We can also expect a dual camera system on the back consisting of a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel auxiliary camera. On the front, the device could house an 8-megapixel selfie shooter. The battery unit of the device could have a 5,000mAh capacity and will likely offer 18W fast charging support.

As for the pricing, reports suggest that the smartphone might cost Rs 11,499 ($144) in India.

 

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Vivo Y02s spotted on FCC & Geekbench ahead of launch

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Sudhanshu
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Yesterday, a leak revealed renders and spec sheet of the upcoming Vivo Y02s smartphone. Now, the device has made an appearance on the FCC and Geekbench, hinting toward an imminent global launch.

Vivo Y02s

According to the FCC listing, the upcoming Vivo V2203 will be marketed as Vivo Y02s. The listing also reveals that the smartphone will have GPRS, EGPRS, WCDMA, LTE, and VoLTE as the network options. Bluetooth support, as well as dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz), will also be onboard. And lastly, the device will have dual SIM support.

The Geekbench listing reveals that the device has an octa-core chipset with four cores clocked at 1.80GHz and the other four clocked at 2.30GHz. This is the MediaTek Helio G35 SoC. Taking a look at the benchmark results, the device scores 166 points on the single-core test and 905 points on the multi-core test of Geekbench 5.

Vivo Y02s specifications (rumored)

According to previous leaks, the Vivo Y02s will arrive with a 6.51-inch IPS LCD panel with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, noticeable bezels, and a dewdrop notch for the front camera.

The MediaTek Helio G35 will be paired with 3GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage. The device will offer a microSD card slot for storage expansion. As for the operating system, the device will come preloaded with Android 12 OS and FunTouchOS 12 skin. Its battery is expected to have a 5,000mAh capacity and could offer 10W fast charging support.

For optics, the device will feature an 8-megapixel sensor on the rear with an LED flash. On the front, it will have a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The handset will support photography features, such as face beauty and time-lapse.

Other features will include dual SIM support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

 

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to feature 10MP periscope camera with 10x optical zoom

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The rumor mill is gradually spilling more information about the Samsung Galaxy S23 series of flagship phones, which are expected to launch in Q1 2023. Leaked information that surfaced last month revealed that the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+ will come with the same telephoto camera that was made available on the Galaxy S22 lineup. Now, a new report by GalaxyClub.nl has revealed the details of the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s telephoto camera.

According to the publication, the Galaxy S23 Ultra will feature a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 10x optical zoom. It indicates that the publication is talking about the periscope telephoto camera of the S23 Ultra. It appears that the S23 Ultra will feature the same periscope zoom camera that was made available on the Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

Previous reports have revealed that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will be Samsung’s first smartphone with a 200-megapixel ISOCELL HP3 sensor. It is speculated that the S23 Ultra may inherit the 40-megapixel front-facing camera, which was made available on the Galaxy S22 Ultra. The S23 and S23+ are rumored to feature a 12-megapixel selfie camera.

At present, there is no word on the ultra-wide and the second telephoto cameras of the S23 Ultra. The Ultra model, S23+, and S23 will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. A recent report revealed that Samsung will not be releasing Exynos chipset variants of the S23 trio.

At present, the South Korean company is focused on its next Unpacked event, which will take place on Aug. 10.  The event will see the arrival of multiple devices, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, the Galaxy Watch 5 series, and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

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Volvo XC40 Recharge e-SUV can be booked in India now

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Divyansh Mehta
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The premium electric SUV Volvo XC40 Recharge was introduced by Volvo in India, making it the country’s first luxury EV to be built indigenously. Last year, the Volvo XC40 Recharge was showcased in India, and in June 2021, Volvo began accepting pre-bookings for the vehicle. After today, Volvo will only be offered on the Volvo India website and will only be accessible for a nominal booking fee.

The company’s Hoskote factory in Bengaluru is building the Volvo XC40 Recharge indigenously. The XC40 Recharge electric SUV boasts a stated range of 418 kilometers and can be fast-charged at a rate of 150 kilowatts.

In addition to a three-year comprehensive guarantee on the vehicle, Volvo will also include a third-party 11kW wall box charger, an eight-year battery warranty, a four-year digital service subscription, a three-year Volvo service package, and a three-year roadside assistance program.

In the Indian market, the Volvo XC40 Recharge, a premium model, will compete with vehicles like the Kia EV6, BMW i4, and the smaller Mini Cooper SE.

Volvo XC40 Specifications

Power

Twin motor powertrains with 78kWh batteries will be an option for the Volvo XC40 Recharge. The battery pack can charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 33 minutes thanks to its 150kW rapid charging capability. A 50kW fast charger, which is more common, could fully charge this Volvo in 2.5 hours.

The 480bhp peak power and 660Nm peak torque of the engine enable the XC40 Recharge to accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in 4.9 seconds. The dual motor configuration of the XC40 Recharge also permits an AWD layout. The XC40 Recharge advertises a stated range of 418 kilometers on a single charge, which is ARAI-certified.

Design

The XC40 is a stylish SUV, and the electrified model is no exception. The distinctive front characteristic DRL that resembles Thor’s hammer has been kept by the Swedish automaker, and the vertically stacked rear LED lighting system is still there. To tell it apart from its gasoline sister, there is a blanked-out grille and a new set of 19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.

Given the battery pack, the XC40 Recharge is 15mm longer than the gasoline-powered XC40 and now sits a little lower at 175mm. The trunk has a 452-liter capacity, and the electric drivetrain has freed up 31 liters for storage.

Features

The primary infotainment system is now Android-based, and the XC40 Recharges adds a new series of digital displays from the XC60 that is clearer and faster. A handful of apps from the Google Play Store are also usable and operate via an onboard e-sim.

A panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, a complete complement of sensor-based ADAS technology with Level 2 Autonomous driving, linked car technology, powered front seats with driver-side memory, and a high-end Harman Kardon sound system are all included in the list of features.

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Pricing and availability

At a starting price of Rs. 55.90 lakh, the luxury electric SUV Volvo XC40 Recharge has been introduced in India (ex-showroom). The price difference between the XC40 Recharge and its petrol ICE cousin is Rs 11.40 lakh. Starting on July 27th, customers may place an exclusive online order for the car on the Volvo India website for a nominal booking fee of Rs 50,000.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge comes with a single Ultimate trim level and a twin-motor powertrain configuration. Crystal White, Fjord Blue, Onyx Black, Sage Green, and Thunder Grey are the five exterior color choices available. The Charcoal Connect Suede textile interior palette will be offered for the XC40 Recharge.

 

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India ranks 5th for the lowest mobile data prices in the world: Report

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Sean
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A new report has revealed that India is one of the cheapest countries in terms of mobile data pricing. It was found that the region ranked 5th in terms of lowest mobile data pricing among 233 countries.

India

The news arrives from Cable.co.uk, who compiled the list of the 233 nations. In this list, it recorded the cost of 1GB of mobile data in all of the countries. Interestingly enough, Israel was the leader in terms of lowest data cost with a 1GB being priced at just 0.04 US Dollars. On the other hand, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic Ocean ranked as the most expensive, with 1GB of data costing a whopping 41.06 US Dollars.

The North American region is general was one of the more pricier region in the world averaging around 4.98 US Dollars. Meanwhile, Israel, Italy, San Marino, Fiji, and India (in order) are the top five cheapest countries for the cost of mobile data. In India, 1GB of mobile data costs just 0.17 US Dollars, which is quite convenient for the population that greatly relies on mobile data. This was created high demand, which forces telecom operators to offer competitive pricing to stay relevant in the market.

India

The report also found that the nations that had cheaper mobile data rates typically had one of two factors. This included either excellent networking infrastructure or a heavy reliance on mobile data. On the other side, most expensive nations usually had small consumption or terrible infrastructure. The top five most expensive countries include Saint Helena, the Falkland Islands, São Tomé and Príncipe, Tokelau, and Yemen, out of which four of the give are island nations.

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Neumann.Berlin launches NDH 30 Open-back Headphones in India

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Divyansh Mehta
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The NDH 30 open-back headphone was today introduced in India by German studio expert Neumann.Berlin. The NDH 30 is a reference-class studio headphone for the most demanding mixing and mastering applications in both stereo and immersive formats, after the success of the award-winning NDH 20, which was introduced in 2019.

Neumann NDH 30 cover

The MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment allows the NDH 30 to fully replicate the linear sound picture of a Neumann loudspeaker configuration in a compact format.

In order to provide assurance to the user that they should be able to make the best choices, the company set out to design headphones that are completely dependable. According to Mr. Vipin Pungalia, Country Manager & Director, Professional Segment, Sennheiser Electronics India Pvt. Ltd, “The spatial resolution, too, is outstanding because the drivers are made to extremely low tolerances. The NDH 30 will tell you exactly if your bass is too loud or your vocal needs de-essing.” Additionally, the internally balanced cable that comes with the NDH 30 enhances channel separation.

Neumann NDH 30

Large, cushy earpads provide exceptional long-term comfort when wearing headphones. The NDH 30 may be folded for simple traveling. The NDH 30 provides complete sound and mix compatibility, making it a portable substitute for a Neumann KH line loudspeaker arrangement.

In addition, given modern listening habits, the NDH 30 is a benchmark in and of itself for headphone compatibility, a crucial factor in commercial success. The NDH 30 is particularly recommended for making binaural mixes of immersive material, including gaming and virtual reality (VR) — two quickly expanding areas — because of its exceptional spatial resolution.

The headphones provide a linear sound, similar to a perfectly calibrated Neumann loudspeaker system. It also provides a high-resolution stereo panorama with precise localization as well as a transparent, detailed sound image, ideal for mixing & mastering.

The headphones will retail at INR 52,900 in India and are available at authorised Neumann partners all across the nation.

 

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Vivo V25 teased on Twitter by Indian Cricketer Virat Kohli

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Sean
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Vivo is expected to launch a new smartphone in the Indian market soon. Now, a new teaser for the Vivo V25 has just surfaced online, which was shared by known Indian cricketer Virat Kohli.

The famous Indian athlete took to Twitter to share an image of him holding a smartphone from the Chinese handset maker, with the caption reading “My favourite shade of blue”. Looking at the tweet, we can see an image of Virat Kohli holding a smartphone with a Blue share, with a design that appears similar to the Vivo S15 Pro. For those unaware, the S15 Pro was announced in China a couple of months ago.

So in other words, the S15 Pro might be rebranded as the V25 for the Indian market. This won’t be surprising considering the brand had previously launched the S12 and S12 Pro as the V23 and V23 Pro in India. From the previous China launch of the S15 Pro, we can estimate some specs regarding the V25. This includes a 6.56 inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

vivo S15 Pro

Under the hood, the S15 Pro is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. A 4,500mAh battery pack powers the device which also supports an impressive 80W fast charging support. On the rear, it packs a 50 megapixel triple camera setup while the front houses a 32 megapixel selfie shooter.

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OnePlus Ace Pro’s 16GB RAM variant confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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OnePlus Ace Pro and OnePlus 10T are set to launch on Aug. 3. The former will debut in China, while the latter will debut in other markets. Both are identical phones with different names. Recently, the Ace Pro was spotted with 16 GB RAM on Geekbench. Today, the company released. Today, the company officially confirmed that the Ace Pro will come in a 16 GB RAM variant.

The OnePlus One came with 3 GB of RAM, the OnePlus 3 offered 6 GB of RAM, the OnePlus 5 arrived with 8 GB of RAM, and the OnePlus 6T McLaren Limited Edition came with 10 GB of RAM. A wide range of OnePlus phones is available with 12 GB of RAM.

Oneplus Ace Pro 16GB RAM

The upcoming OnePlus Ace Pro will be the first OnePlus phone to offer 16 GB of RAM. The TENAA certification of the device revealed that it will arrive with 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of storage. The OnePlus 10T heading to India and other markets are unlikely to get the 16 GB variant.

OnePlus Ace Pro specifications

The OnePlus Ace Pro will feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a triple camera unit with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 main camera with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The device will come preloaded with Android 12 OS and ColorOS 12.1.

The Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 will power the device with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It will come with a 4,800mAh battery that carries support for 150W fast charging.

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Tecno Spark 9T Launching in India on July 28, Here’s What to Expect

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Anurag
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Tecno Spark 9T is all set to hit the Indian market on July 28, the Chinese company confirmed on Tuesday through its official Twitter handle. The company has been teasing the smartphone on Amazon for a few days and has already confirmed some key specifications of the device. The smartphone will feature a MediaTek Helio G35 processor, a 5000mAh battery, a 6.6-inch display, and much more. Tecno Spark 9T Indian variant’s specifications will be entirely different from its Nigerian counterpart which was launched last month.

The brand announced the India launch of the Tecno Spark 9T via its official Twitter handle. As per the post, the launch will be on July 28. The company hasn’t announced the launch timing yet. The smartphone will be available for purchase in the country via Amazon and interested customers can click on the “Notify Me” button on the website to receive the latest updates.

Tecno Spark 9T Amazon India listing

As mentioned, some key specifications of the Tecno Spark 9T have already been revealed through its Amazon microsite. It will feature a 6.6-inch display that offers FHD+ resolution. The smartphone will have a waterdrop notch and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The handset has a large camera island that stretches the entire width. It houses a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor.

The Tecno Spark 9T will draw power from MediaTek’s Helio G35 processor paired with 4GB RAM along with 3GB virtual memory. The smartphone will be fueled by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 18W fast charging. It may be available in Dark Blue and Turquoise Green color options.

The price of the smartphone is not known yet. But judging from the features and price of the vanilla model, Tecno Spark 9T may be priced under Rs. 12,000 in India.

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Moto X30 Pro, Edge 30 Fusion could soon launch in Global markets, Spotted on EEC Certification

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Anurag
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Moto X30 Pro and Moto Edge 30 fusion phones have been spotted in Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) certification listings, hinting at an imminent global launch. Moto X30 Pro was spotted with the model number XT2241-2, whereas the Edge 30 fusion phone has been spotted with the model number XT2243-1. Moto X30 Pro is scheduled to launch in China on August 2 alongside the Razr 2022, however, there’s official confirmation about the Edge 30 Fusion’s launch.

Tipster Mukul Sharma spotted two Motorola phones on EEC with model numbers XT2241-2 and XT2243-1.  As per previous reports, these model numbers are associated with Moto X30 Pro and Moto Edge 30 fusion respectively. The EEC listing offers no details on the specifications or the design of the two phones.

As mentioned, Moto X30 Pro is going to launch in China on August 2. It is going to be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Soc paired with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Motorola has confirmed that the smartphone will be equipped with a 200-megapixel main camera and will support 125W fast charging.

The Moto X30 Pro is rumored to have a 6.73-inch P-OLED display with a centre punched hole. The smartphone will flaunt curved edges and may support a Full HD+ resolution. It could also come with a 144Hz refresh rate.

Talking about the Moto Edge 30 fusion, it is expected to feature a 6.55-inch AMOLED display with a standard 90Hz. It may be powered by a Dimensity 900U chipset paired with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The smartphone will likely run Android 12 OS out of the box. There has been no official confirmation from Motorola regarding the Moto Edge 30 Fusion. We hope to learn more about it in the coming days.

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Realme Q5 Carnival Edition launched in China; specifications, price

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Realme has silently unveiled the Realme Q5 Carnival Edition smartphone in China. It is nothing but an enhanced version of the Realme Q5, which was unveiled in April. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Q5.

Realme Q5 Carnival Edition specifications and features

The Realme Q5 Carnival Edition has a 6.58-inch LCD panel with an FHD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 240Hz, 600 nits of brightness, and a screen-to-body ratio of 90.8 percent. The device is equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and it runs on Android 12 OS with Realme UI 3.0 on top.

Realme Q5 Carnival Edition
Realme Q5 Carnival Edition

The Snapdragon 695 chipset is pat the helm of the Realme Q5 Carnival Edition. It comes with 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, up to 7 GB of extended RAM, and 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The device packs a 5,000mAh battery with 60W fast charge support.

The Realme Q5 Carnival Edition has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear camera setup has a 0-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It offers the usual connectivity features, such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.1ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and a USB-C port.

The Realme Q5 Carnival Edition has the same specs as the regular Q5. However, it offers greater amount of RAM and storage.

Realme Q5 Carnival Edition price and availability

As mentioned above, the Realme Q5 Carnival Edition comes in a single version that offers 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It is priced at 2,399 Yuan (~$354). It is available in three colors: Racing Dusk (yellow) Glacier Waves (white), and Phantom (black).

The regular Realme Q5 is available in the same colors and three variants: 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,299 Yuan (~$192), 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,499 Yuan (~$221), and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,699 Yuan (~$251).

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Vivo T1x first sale in India today: price, offers

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Vivo unveiled the Vivo T1x in India last week. As announced at its launch, the company will carry out the first sale of the T1x today in India. Buyers will be able to purchase it through Flipkart and Vivo India.

Vivo T1x price in India, offers

The Vivo T1x comes in three options in India, such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage for Rs 11,999 (~$150); 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 12,999 (~$163); and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 14,999 (~$188). It comes in Gravity Black and Space Blue colors.

Vivo T1x
Vivo T1x

HDFC Bank cardholders can avail a flat Rs 1,000 (~$13) instant discount on the purchase of the Vivo T1x. The first sale will be carried out at 12 pm (local time) in India on Flipkart and Vivo India’s website.

Vivo T1x specifications

The Vivo T1x has a 6.58-inch LCD screen with a teardrop notch. It has a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The power button of the T1x doubles up as a fingerprint scanner. It is packed with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W charging. The device ships with FunTouch OS 12 based Android 12 OS.

The Snapdragon 680 chipset powers the Vivo T1x. It comes with 4 GB / 6 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It has an 8-megapixel front-facing camera, and its back panel has a 50-megapixel main snapper and a 2-megapixel macro camera.

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Moto Razr 2022 Battery Capacity revealed Ahead Of the Launch

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Anurag
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Motorola is all set to launch its latest foldable, dubbed Moto Razr 2022 on August 2. The company has started teasing the smartphone on social media, it recently confirmed that the Razr 2022 will be the first foldable phone to be equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 Soc. Today, the company has revealed the battery capacity of the Moto Razr 2022 and it’s actually better than what was expected.

A Motorola official recently teased the battery capacity of the Moto Razr 2022 in a Weibo post. The official claimed that the upcoming foldable is equipped with a 3500maAh battery, and with the help of the energy efficiency ratio of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset, it can achieve an all-day battery life.

Moto Razr 2022 battery

It is a significant battery upgrade over Motorola’s other foldable smartphones. For reference, the first two generations of Motorola Razr smartphones came with an underwhelming battery. The Moto Razr was equipped with a 2510mAh battery, while the Moto Razr 2 came with a 2800mAh battery unit.

Moto Razr 2022’s battery capacity is almost the same as the Samsung Galaxy Flip 4, which is rumored to have a battery capacity of 3,595mAh.

Motorola Razr 3 hands-on image
Motorola Razr 3 hands-on image

Talking about other specifications, the Motorola foldable will likely come with a 6.7-inch P-OLED FHD+ foldable screen offering a 120Hz refresh rate. It is said to have a 3-inch cover display on the back which may also be used to play games.

For photography, the device may feature a 50-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) dual-camera setup. While on the front, it could have a 32-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. It is said to have up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

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Infinix Smart 6 Plus Set to Launch in India on July 29

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Anurag
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Earlier this year, Infinix launched a budget-oriented Smart 6 smartphone in India. It came with some impressive features for the price. For instance, it featured a large 6.6-inch IPS LCD display, 5000mAh battery, and a triple rear camera setup. Today, a Flipkart listing has revealed that the company will launch another smartphone in India, dubbed Infinix Smart 6 Plus, which will likely be the successor to the previous Infinix Smart 6.

Recently, a Flipkart microsite for Infinix Smart 6 Plus went live which revealed the launch date and some key specifications of the upcoming smartphone. As per the microsite, Infinix Smart 6 will launch in India on July 29. It will go on sale via Flipkart only.

Infinix Smart 6 Plus

Flipkart also reveals the design of the smartphone. The teaser image shows that Infinix Smart 6 Plus will come with a waterdrop notch and dual front flashes aligned on the corners of the screen. The back of the smartphone houses dual-rear cameras fitted on a rectangular camera module. It also has a fingerprint sensor on the back which is rarely seen these days. The overall design of the smartphone is pretty decent and looks premium.

Talking about the specifications, the microsite has confirmed that the smartphone will have a particularly large 6.82-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch. It will be fueled by a 5,000mAh battery. The device is confirmed to have 64GB and up to 6GB LPDDR4X RAM (including 3GB virtual RAM).

The processor and camera details of the smartphone are not known yet. But judging from the confirmed features, the device appears to be a budget phone just like the Infinix Smart 6. We expect it to be priced under $125 (roughly Rs. 10,000).

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Here’s How To Watch Asus Zenfone 9 Smartphone’s Launch Event Live

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Jeet
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Asus is all set to launch its next-generation Zenfone smartphone in the market. As the name indicates, the upcoming compact-sized phone will be a successor to the Zenfone 8, aka Zenfone 8Z, launched last year.

The launch event for the Asus Zenfone 9 is set for tomorrow, i.e., 28th July and will start at 09:00 PM GMT+8. This means that it will start at 09:00 PM in Taipei, 09:00 AM in New York, 03:00 PM in Berlin, and 06:30 PM in India.

ASUS ZenFone 9

The company will be live streaming the launch event on its official YouTube channel. You can watch the event by clicking here or through the following embedded video.

Ahead of the launch, the phone has leaked a few times, revealing what to expect from the device. The Asus Zenfone 9 (Asus 9z) will feature a 5.9-inch Samsung AMOLED display with Full HD+ screen resolution and up to a 120Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 processor, coupled with up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage.

In the camera department, there will be a dual-camera setup on the back featuring a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens. On the front side, there’s a 12-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The smartphone will run the Android 12 operating system out-of-the-box and will have its own ZenUI custom interface on top. The device will be powered by a 4,300mAh battery and come with a 30W charger in the box.

The Asus Zenfone 9 will come in four colors — Midnight Black, Moonlight White, Sunset Red, and Starry Blue. If the leaks and rumors are to be believed, then the top-end model in the lineup with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage could cost €799.

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ASUS launches ROG Zephyrus G15 gaming laptop in India

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Divyansh Mehta
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Earlier today, ASUS India introduced a variety of new ROG Gaming laptops that are equipped with AMD’s quick and effective Ryzen 6000H processors.

Asus Zephyrus G15 cover

The redesigned ROG Zephyrus G15 is one of them, and it now has new hardware as well as some improvements to make it even better than its predecessors. The Zephyrus G14, which was also just released, has a larger chassis and is marginally more powerful but less efficient.

Along with the launch, ASUS ROG unveiled the #BeYouWithROG campaign, which implores consumers to embrace their unique identities and discover their creative side. With this campaign, the company hopes to encourage customers to never give up on their dreams and to trust in their own abilities.

Arnold Su, Business Head, Consumer and Gaming PC, System Business Group, ASUS India, commented on the new lineup of gaming computers. He said “At ASUS, we take pride in being able to deliver to our customers a holistic gaming experience, We are confident that the new Zephyrus and Flow lineups will deliver a whole new level of immersion to both seasoned and aspiring gamers. The ultra-sleek chassis that the machines are equipped with is designed to impart an equally unique style wherever carried. Be it your home, workstation, or a gaming battle station.”

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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Specifications and Features

The Zephyrus G15 comes with the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS processor. The G15’s core processor, which has 8 cores and 16 threads, is constructed using cutting-edge 6nm technology and is compatible with graphics cards as powerful as the top-of-the-line NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080.
Additionally, in comparison to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 which features an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS processor (with integrated Radeon graphics) and a separate Radeon RX 6800S GPU. Up to 16GB of DDR5 4800MHz RAM (8GB onboard + 8GB SO-DIMM) and up to 1TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 can be configured with up to 16 GB of DDR5 RAM- 4800 MHz (expandable to 48GB), which gives the capacity and performance for whatever multitasking you throw at it.
The Zephyrus G15 may be configured with either a 240Hz or 165Hz QHD screen for the best visual experience, combining the benefits of high-resolution displays with snappy and rapid refresh rates. With 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut coverage provided by Adaptive-Sync technology, you can game, stream, and create to your heart’s delight with rich, vivid graphics. The lid’s asymmetrical dot matrix pattern is created using a precise CNC milling technique that produces 8279 evenly spaced holes across an unusually small surface area.
ASUS has added a prismatic coating that gleams up from beneath, creating a faint yet eye-catching shimmering appearance when the light catches it at precisely the right angle.

Pricing and availability

This new ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 with up to Ryzen 9 6900HS and RTX 3080 will start at INR 1,57,990 (US$2000 approx.), a significant price increase over its predecessors.

It is currently available to purchase on Amazon, and can also be bought from Flipkart, ASUS e-shop, ASUS Exclusive Stores/ ROG Stores, Croma, Vijay Sales, Reliance Digital & all ASUS authorized dealers.

  • 15.6′′ (39.62 cms) 2K WQHD 165Hz/3ms, AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, 6GB RTX 3060, 16GB RAM/1TB SSD, White: Buy here
  • 15.6′′ (39.62 cms) 2K WQHD 240Hz/3ms, AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, 6GB RTX 3060, 16GB RAM/1TB SSD, Gray: Buy here
  • 15.6′′ (39.62 cms) 2K WQHD 240Hz/3ms, AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, 8GB RTX 3070 Ti, 16GB RAM/1TB SSD, White: Buy here
  • 15.6′′ (39.62 cms) 2K WQHD 165Hz/3ms, AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, 8GB RTX 3080, 16GB RAM/1TB SSD, Gray: Buy here

 

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Logitech unveils Aurora Series Mouse, gaming headset & mechanical keyboard

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Logitech G has introduced a rich collection of gender-inclusive gaming accessories including gaming headsets, gaming keyboards, and a wireless mouse. The Logitech G Aurora Collection consists of the G735 Wireless Gaming Headset, G715 Wireless Gaming Keyboard, G713 Gaming Keyboard, and several other gaming accessories.Logitech G Aurora Series Mouse

Logitech G has catered for gender peculiarities in the new Aurora Collection for gamers. It offers an excellent gaming experience for both male and female gamers. The collection sports a distinct aesthetic appeal and personalized options and color choices. It incorporates the Logitech G’s advanced gaming technologies. These include LIGHTSPEED and Blue VOICE wireless and mic technologies.Logitech G Aurora Series headset

The Aurora Collection is a flexible collection of gaming accessories that will satisfy the needs of a more diverse demography. This aligns with the company’s commitment to delivering custom solutions to a wide variety of the gaming populace. It is a gender-inclusive collection that offers comfort, approachability, and playfulness for a great gaming experience. It has factored feedback from women to develop the products and this is bound to attract that segment of the gaming population.Logitech G Aurora Series Mechanical keyboard

The collection was developed by a predominantly female research and engineering team at Logitech G. The G735 Wireless Gaming Headset features ethereal RGB lighting and on-ear audio mixing. It is the first Logitech G device with the Blue VOICE microphone technology. It accommodates players of different head sizes and has 56 hours of battery life. The LIGHTSPEED wireless technology ensures that users enjoy an unrestrictive gaming experience, in addition to Bluetooth connectivity.Logitech G Aurora Series Mouse

The Mechanical Gaming Keyboards reflect Logitech’s thrust for excellence and comfort, as well as the other models in the Aurora Collection. The keyboard can offer up to 25 hours of gaming with its rechargeable batteries. Other accessories include the Wireless Mouse, palm rest, keycap puller, and brush, as well as a customizable mouse pad.

The entire Aurora Collection has carbon-neutral certification and includes recycled materials. The collection can be purchased via the Logitech G’s website with the G735 priced at $229.99. More details can be obtained from the company’s website.

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OPPO K10 Vitality Edition launched with 120Hz display, Snapdragon 778G, 64MP triple cameras

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The OPPO K10 Vitality Edition has gone official in China. It is the third K10 series phone after the OPPO K10 5G and K10 Pro 5G smartphones, which were announced in the first half of 2022. The Chinese variants of the K10 and K10 Pro are powered by the Dimensity 8000 and Dimensity 8100 chipsets, respectively. The Chinese manufacturer has settled for the Snapdragon 778G to power the K10 Vitality Edition.

OPPO K10 Vitality Editions specifications and features

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OPPO K10 Vitality Edition

The OPPO K10 Vitality Edition has a 6.59-inch IPS LCD panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a DCI-P3 color gamut. The display punch-hole houses a 16-megapixel selfie camera.

The K10 Vitality Edition’s rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel main camera. It is assisted by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide snapper and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The device runs on Android 12 OS and ColorOS 12.1. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

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OPPO K10 Vitality Edition

The Snapdragon 778G powers the OPPO K10 Vitality Edition. The device comes with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of built-in storage. For storage, it has a microSD card slot onboard. It features a 5,000mAh battery that supports 30W fast charging. It comes with other features, such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

OPPO K10 Vitality Edition price and availability 

The OPPO K10 Vitality Edition is only available in a 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration. In China, the device is priced at 2,199 Yuan (~$330). It comes in black and blue colors.

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OPPO Reno8 vs Redmi K50i: Specs Comparison

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OPPO officially launched the Reno8 Series in the global market. For now, it is only available in China and India, but soon the OPPO Reno8 Series should hit the European market as well: the European launch is expected in September. Meanwhile, we think it is time to compare it to the most interesting devices sold in the Indian market in the same price range. Among the best ones, you have the Redmi K50i: it comes with an amazing processor but, just like the OPPO Reno8, it faces some compromises. This is a comparison between the specifications of the OPPO Reno8 and the Redmi K50i which will tell you the differences between these two amazing upper-midrange devices.

OPPO Reno8 vs Xiaomi Redmi K50i

OPPO Reno8 Global Xiaomi Redmi K50i
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 160.6 x 73.4 x 7.7 mm,
179 g		 163.6 x 74.3 x 8.9 mm,
200 g
DISPLAY 6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED 6.6 inches, 1080 x 2460 pixels (Full HD+), FFS LCD
PROCESSOR Mediatek Dimensity 1300, octa-core 3 GHz Mediatek Dimensity 8100, octa-core 2.85 GHz
MEMORY 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE Android 12, ColorOS Android 12, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS
CAMERA Triple 50 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.4 front camera		 Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY 4500 mAh, fast charging 80W 5080 mAh, Fast Charging 67W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES 5G, dual SIM 5G, dual SIM

Design

Generally, OPPO phones come with a more interesting design compared to most of the other brands out there. It is exactly the case with the OPPO Reno8, coming with a very original camera module and amazing color options. Further, it is thinner and lighter with a thickness of just 7.7 mm and a weight of just 179 grams. A lot more interesting than the Redmi K50i, even though both the phones are made of polycarbonate. The OPPO device is even more compact thanks to the presence of a smaller display. This phone comes with a punch-hole screen with a hole placed on the upper left corner, it has a camera module protruding gradually from the back cover similar to the Find X5 series, and a thicker chin under the display. Its power button is placed on the right side of the phone, while the volume rocker is on the left side. Instead, the Redmi K50i has both the power button and the volume balancer on the right side.

 

Display

Do you need a display with the highest image quality? If so, you should go for the OPPO Reno8. It has an AMOLED display showing bright colors and deep blacks with a diagonal of 6.4 inches, a Full HD Plus resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 90 Hz refresh rate, a peak brightness of up to 800 nits, and the Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the front glass. There is also an optical in-display fingerprint reader. Unfortunately, the Redmi K50i is equipped with an LCD panel, so you should not expect the best color reproduction, even though it supports the HDR10 certification and Dolby Vision. However, you might prefer this device if you are a gamer because it offers a wider diagonal of 6.6 inches and a higher 144 Hz refresh rate. It has a 500 nits typical brightness, and the Gorilla Glass 5 protection, but the fingerprint reader is not placed under the display but is side-mounted. Note that the OPPO Reno8 wins the display comparison but not the audio one: it has just a mono speaker and it does not feature a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the Redmi K50i does and it comes with stereo speakers.

 

Specs & Software

The hardware of the Redmi K50i is actually better than the one found on the OPPO Reno8. On board, there is a more powerful Dimensity 8100 mobile platform by MediaTek. It is an octa-core chipset built at 5 nm and composed of four Cortex A78 CPUs running at a max frequency of 2.85 GHz, four Cortex A55 CPUs running at 2 GHz, and a Mali G610 MC6 GPU. This handset sports up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 native storage. You can get exactly the same memory configuration with the OPPO Reno8, but with an inferior processor: the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. It is almost the same as the Dimensity 1200 chipset released in 2021 and it is an SoC built at 6 nm with an octa-core architecture. This chip is composed of one Cortex A78 CPU running at a max frequency of 3 GHz, three Cortex A78 CPUs running at 2.6 GHz, four Cortex A55 CPUs running at 2 GHz, and a Mali G77 MC9 GPU. Both the handsets run Android 12 out of the box, with highly customized user interfaces on top.

 

Camera

It looks like the OPPO Reno8 has a more interesting camera department for two reasons: first of all, it has a better 50 MP main camera. Further, it comes with a superior 32 MP selfie camera allowing you to shoot brighter selfies.

 

Battery

If you are looking for longer battery life in most of the scenarios, then the Redmi K50i is your choice. It has a bigger 5080 mAh battery and it supports 67W fast charging. On the other hand, the OPPO Reno8 charges quicker not only because it has a smaller battery, but also because it features 80W fast charging.

 

Price

The OPPO Reno8 starts from Rs. 29,999 / $375, while the Redmi K50i has a starting price of Rs. 25,999 / $325. Overall, the Reno8 offers more value due to its better display, cameras, and faster charging. But the K50i is a better option for gamers because it has a superior chipset, battery, and higher refresh rate.

 

OPPO Reno8 Global vs Xiaomi Redmi K50i: PRO and CONS

OPPO Reno8 Global

PRO

  • AMOLED display
  • Better camera
  • 80W fast chargin
  • More interesting design

CONS

  • Inferior chipset

 

Xiaomi Redmi K50i

PRO

  • Better chipset
  • 144 Hz refresh rate
  • Stereo speakers
  • Bigger battery

CONS

  • LCD display

 

 

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