AOHi MagCube 30W and 40W PD Fast Charger Review

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Aug 5, 2022

All Apple phones from iPhone 8 onwards support PD fast charging. But since Apple no longer ships chargers for iPhones, users started to look for reliable alternatives, which has fueled the explosion of this market. The brands that are committed to reliable, compact PD charging devices are in hot demand. AOHi is definitely one of them. As one of the core manufacturers of included chargers for many phone brands (Xiaomi, Huawei, OPPO, etc), AOHi has built up advanced technology and a good reputation in the industry.

Recently AOHi launched a 30W PD compact charger (MagCube 30W) and another 40W dual-Port PD wall charger. Both are excellent chargers for charging your devices. The former stuffs in a 30W high power charging system into a body almost identical to Apple’s 5W charger, which is pretty insane as the power density reaches at 1.18W /cm³. Notably, the 40W dual-Port charger is also super compact with foldable pins. Both USB Type-C ports support fast charging: With a single port, it supports up to 40W PD output and PPS fast charging as well, while dual ports working at the same time can provide 20W+20W power distribution.

Let’s check out the AOHi Magcube 30W first. It’s roughly the same size (28mm X 28mm X 32mm, 32g) as the Apple 5V1A charger, but the supported charging efficiency is 6x better than the Apple 5W charger. In terms of the compact size, it’s definitely a smart option for travel. It’s a wonderful accessory to carry on the go and you can put it in any pocket, backpack, or suitcase without occupying much space.

The Magcube 30W mini charger has a wide voltage input of 100-240V 50/60Hz 0.8A, which is suitable for global grid types. And it can provide wide range of fixed voltage outputs including 5V3A, 9V2.22A, 9V2.77A and 20V1.5A, supporting up to 30W PD fast charging. As the latest iPhone 13 series and iPad series supports PD fast charging with power up to 27W, it’s obvious that the mini fast charger is specifically designed for iPhone 13 series. Let alone the previous Apple phones. It can charge the iPhone 12 and 13 to over 50% power in 30mins, which is also the fastest charging speed that you can access on these two phones.

The interface panel remains the same stylish pattern design as the brand’s previous chargers, with a single USB-C port and fixed pins on the opposite side. The USB-C port also features a metal ring, which prevents the port not only from loosening due to frequent plug-in/out but also from wearing out.

To give users a more convenient view of the current charging status of their device, the 30W mini charger features a charging indicator on the top of the charger. When fast charging, the indicator slowly flashes yellow to remind users that the phone is currently being fast charged with high power. When the devices enter a normal charging state, the indicator lights up in blue. At the end of the charge or not in the charging state, the indicator lights up in green to indicate that the device is fully charged.

Now let’s focus on another 40W dual-port charger, which is also my favorite companion accessory for travel. The model I have is a bright-yellow one that looks so stylish and energetic. It’s also ultra-compact and lightweight. In a way, it’s even more portable than the 30W mini charger, although the size is a bit larger. Thanks to the foldable pins and the smarter 3D design, it’s perfect for home, office, and travel use. The thickness of only 23mm with foldable pins is almost the best option to carry if you have to charge two devices at the same time.

And it also features stylish and protective metal rings for the dual USB C ports. The supported five fixed voltage gears of 5V3A, 9V3A, 12V3A, 15V2.67A, 20V/2A, and a set of 3.3-11V3A PPS output, which is not only suitable for iPhones and iPads but is also compatible for other mobile devices with fast charging.

When using the single port, the device can access the maximum power of 40W, which has covered the maximum charging power of all available iPhones and iPads. In this scenario, it performs very close to the 30W one. If you like to get two devices charged at the same time, the dual-port charger can automatically detect and optimize the allocated power supply for the connected two devices.

During the charging test for various devices, both of them performed stably and didn’t suffer from overheating issues at all.

Meanwhile, to make sure both of them perform at their best, we also use the AOHi Magline+ cable for Apple devices’ charging but it needs to be purchased separately. This is also one of the best cables ever used for fast charging up an iPhone. The black cable (1.8m/6ft) is braided, and the outside fabric layer protects the inside layer from tearing and fraying as easily. Please note that the AOHi PD chargers only support USB-C port for output, so make sure that you’ve already got one compliant USB-C to lightning cable. Or you could check out the AOHi store for the cable we used here.

Both the chargers reviewed here seem to be specially designed for Apple devices, but actually, they are also available for other devices like Android phones and earbuds. The ultra-compact body with stylish design makes them stand out. Now all of the accessories we mentioned are available in AOHi stores.

You can check the link (AOHi Magcube 30W mini & AOHi Magcube PD 40w Dual-Port) here for the latest pricing information, and you can check the link here for more about them.

You also can buy them on Amazon: AoHi Magcube 30W mini / AoHi Magcube PD 40W Dual-Port.

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Vivo Y22 Series storage and color options revealed ahead of launch

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Sudhanshu

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Aug 5, 2022

Vivo is gearing up to debut new budget-friendly devices in the market under the Y22 series. The series is said to consist of two devices dubbed the Vivo V22 and the Vivo V22s.

Now, a new report from tipster Paras Guglani (via Rootmygalaxy) has revealed the color options and storage variants of the Vivo Y22 series. So without further ado, let’s take a closer look at the Vivo Y22 series, specifications, storage options, and everything we know so far.

Passionategeekz reports that the upcoming Vivo Y22 will only be offered in a single 4GB + 64GB storage configuration, whereas the Y22s will support 6GB RAM + 128GB internal memory. The smartphone will be available for purchase in the colors Summer Cyan and Starlight Blue.

According to reports, the upcoming Vivo Y22 smartphone will have a 6.44-inch HD+ LCD screen with a typical 60Hz refresh rate. On the other side, a 90Hz panel update for the Y22s is possible. Both phones may have a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels and an 89% screen-to-body ratio. The IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU may power the phones’ internal components. We can anticipate Vivo to have an 8MP camera on the front for selfies and video calls.

Other than that, the smartphones are expected to come powered by Android 12, have a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging, and include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock for security.

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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G with 50MP quad cameras, 5,000mAh battery quietly launched

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Viraj Gawde

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Aug 5, 2022

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has been quietly announced. It arrives as the successor to the Galaxy A22 5G that debuted last year. The South Korean brand had announced a 4G version of the Galaxy A23 earlier this year. The official listing page of the Galaxy A23 5G doesn’t reveal the full specifications of the smartphone. However, it comes with a few upgrades compared to the 4G as well as the Galaxy A22 5G.

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G specifications and features

Galaxy A23 5G

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G comes with a 6.6-inch display bearing an FHD resolution and an Infinity-V notch. The refresh rate of the device remains unknown. T comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. There is a rectangular camera module on the back panel.

On the imaging front, the Galaxy A23 5G is equipped with quad-rear cameras. The setup comprises a 50MP F1.8 primary sensor with OIS support, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle unit, 2MP depth, and 2MP macro lenses. There is an 8MP front-facing selfie camera.

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is powered by an unspecified octa-core processor. A Geekbench listing of the smartphone suggested Snapdragon 695 SoC. The device is offered in three configurations of 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB RAM paired with either 64GB or 128GB storage options. The smartphone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit. It runs on OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12 OS.

Connectivity options on the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G include WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C port, 3.5mm jack, 5G, and 4G VoLTE.

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G pricing and availability

As usual, Samsung hasn’t revealed the price of the Galaxy A23 5G. It is offered in Black, White, Blue, and Orange colour options. Since the phone has been silently announced, we can expect Samsung to reveal its price in the coming days.

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Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra smartwatch with 15-day battery life, three built-in games launched in India

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Viraj Gawde

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Aug 5, 2022

Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra smartwatch has launched in India. It is the brand’s first Made in India smartwatch. The latest offering is said to be designed for gamers and also packs fitness-related features. Read on to know what it offers out of the box.

Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra specifications and features

Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra

The GIZFIT Ultra comes with a square dial featuring a 1.69-inch display bearing an HD resolution and 500 nits brightness. There is a button on the right side of the device and it is also IP68 certified water-resistant.

On the health-centric front, the Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra is equipped with a heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, and SpO2 sensor. It also features a menstrual cycle tracker for women. The wearable device supports over 60 workout modes.

The Gizmore GIZFIT is equipped with a built-in speaker and mic for clear sound quality. It also comes with three pre-installed games. The smartwatch packs convenient features like controlling music playback, weather updates, social notifications and more. The Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra is claimed to last 15 days on a single charge.

Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra pricing and availability

The Gizmore GIZFIT Ultra costs Rs 2,699 but is available at a special price tag of Rs 1,799 for the first four days. It is offered in Grey, Burgundy, and Black colours and can be purchased from Flipkart starting August 7th.

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Apple to start iPhone 14 production in India for the first time at launch: Kuo

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Sean

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Aug 5, 2022

The launch of the Apple iPhone 14 is just around the corner. But prior to any official announcement, an analyst has revealed that the company will start production of the newest iPhone lineup for the first time ever at launch.

For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant has began production of its latest iPhones in recent years. However, the region began production of these newly launched iPhones typically around a quarter or more behind its primary production hub, which is China. But now, it appears that the brand is planning on having the Indian production to go hand in hand with the Chinese production for the first time.

The news arrives from known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who claimed that Apple supplier Foxconn will start the production of the 6.1 inch iPhone 14 “simultaneously with China” in the second half of this year. He further added that India’s iPhone shipments will still have a considerable gap with China in the short term, but it is still a milestone in Apple’s efforts to diversify its supply chain outside of China.

The iPhone maker has been working on expanding its production to regions outside of China, with Vietnam and India being newer and upcoming nations. Notably, the analyst stated that another one of the reasons that Apple is moving its production away from China is due to geopolitical reasons. Additionally, it has identified the Indian market as the next key growth driver and plans to expand its production in the region.

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Razer announces the NIU X Razer SQi Edition e-scooter exclusive to China

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 5, 2022

The electric scooter market is on an upswing move with a raft of new entrants into the scene. Razer has teamed up with NIU to announce the NIU X Razer SQi Edition electric scooter. The model sports a distinct and appealing design and is a culmination of the Razer-NIU collaboration.

The NIU-Razer e-scooter was released on August 2 in China. It is a limited-edition smart e-scooter with a top speed of 25km/h. It weighs about 50kg and is well-suited for daily urban commutes with a range of 65km. The e-scooter looks incredible and could be a strong reason for ditching public transport altogether. Razer and NIU are strong brands and this collaboration could be a win-win situation for both brands. It is expected that the Razer-NIU partnership will blossom further with more niche offerings on the way. Many of the specs of the new e-scooter are still unclear.

Super excited to announce that we’ve partnered up with @niumobility on a limited-edition NIU X Razer SQi Edition electric scooter. Demand for it has been overwhelming; we’ve released it yesterday in China and it was all sold out in just 2 seconds! pic.twitter.com/m966byIUpG

— Min-Liang Tan (@minliangtan) August 3, 2022

The e-scooter is currently only available in China but it has enjoyed an overwhelming demand. According to Razer’s CEO, the new e-scooter sold out within a couple of seconds after its China release. There are no indications at this time whether the availability of the scooter will be scaled up beyond China.

The NIU X Razer SQi Edition retailed in China for 9,999 yuan (~$1,482) and its instant appeal in China could indicate its exquisiteness. Being a limited-edition e-scooter, neither NIU nor Razer have hinted whether more units are expected. Delivery information is also lacking at this time.

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Vivo V25 Pro with Dimensity 1300 SoC benchmarked on GeekBench

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 5, 2022

The Vivo V25 Pro is likely to be released in India on August 17. Ahead of the launch, a GeekBench result sheet for the device has appeared online. Although we couldn’t independently verify the listing on GeekBench’s database, the sheet which looks genuine shows the device will pack a Dimensity 1300 process. The details align with those we saw from the Google Play Console listing for the Vivo V25 Pro (V2158).

The listing also shows that the V25 Pro will be available in more than one memory configuration. The model that was benchmarked has 12GB of RAM but the earlier listing was of an 8GB RAM model. Additionally, the smartphone will undoubtedly contain the virtual RAM function that has recently gained in popularity. To better understand how virtual RAM has grown, the vivo Y35 will have the same 8GB virtual RAM capacity as the actual RAM). As expected, the phone’s interface will be provided by Android 12.

The Google Play Console listing equally shows that the vivo V25 Pro will have an FHD+ display resolution of 1,080 x 2,376 pixels. The phone is also confirmed to pack an AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. Unverified rumors also state that the phone will support 66W rapid charging. The V23 series’ color-changing trick will be repeated on the back.

According to rumors, the vivo V25 Pro will have a triple camera system with a 64MP primary module. A 32MP selfie camera with OIS and EIS, identical to the V21 phones from the previous year, should feature on the front.

The V25 Pro is likely to be priced at less than Rs. 40,000 (~$505). The vanilla vivo V25 (V2202) will employ the slower Dimensity 900 chipset and will be released at the same time.

Apple iPad 2022 CAD renders reveals design ahead of launch

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Sean

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Aug 5, 2022

Back in September 2021, Apple had announced its latest 9th generation of iPad. Now, the company is preparing to release its next gen iPads later this year. But prior to any official announcement, the CAD renders of the iPad 2022 has been spotted, revealing its design.

The CAD renders were exclusively shared by MySmartPrice. These images offers us a first look at the 10th generation of iPad and its design in its full glory. Previously, we had covered reports regarding the tablet finally switching to the USB Type C standard for charging and data transfer but these CAD renders do not confirm this feature. Looking at these images, we can also tell that the next gen model will be similar to the 9th gen iPads in terms of design, with the front camera on top and Touch ID on the bottom of the display.

Furthermore, the screen panel is also flanked by noticeable bezels on all four sides. On the rear, the renders depict a lone rear camera sensor like its predecessor. However, unlike the 9th gen iPads, the upcoming version will have a small oval shaped camera module, similar in design to the iPhone X series. This houses the single camera as well as an LED flash module. Apart from this, the one notable aspect on the back is the Cupertino based giant’s brand logo.

On the bottom of the device, we can see the speaker grilles, which are a part of the quad speaker setup, with the other two speakers being housed on the the top. We can see its charging port, but its covered in red, so it is unclear whether it is a Type C port or the Apple Lightning port. Based on what we know so far, the 10th gen iPad will be powered by the A14 chipset that was featured on the iPhone 12 series and could sport a larger 10.5 inch or 10.9 inch Retina display. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more updates.

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Upcoming Smartphones: Galaxy Z Fold 4, OnePlus Ace Pro, Motorola Razr 2022, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 5, 2022

Originally, there was going to be a single smartphone launch event next week. But now, two of the conferences that got postponed this week may take place next week. Hence, the number of events has increased to three.

The biggest conference of all will be Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event for its next-gen foldable phones. Whereas, the second most important one will be by Motorola, which is again for a foldable handset.

The third and final event will be by OnePlus to debut its latest flagship smartphone in China, which went official internationally a few days back.

With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the phones that are launching next week.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

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1. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 | Source: Evan Blass via 91Mobiles

Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event is scheduled to take place on August 10. It will begin at 9 AM ET (6:30 PM IST). The conference will be live-streamed on the company’s official YouTube channel. Viewers can also opt to experience the event in the metaverse (Samsung 837X).

The South Korean electronics giant is expected to announce five products at this conference. But only two of them will be smartphones: Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4.

The company’s next-gen foldables are said to arrive with minor changes and a spec bump when compared to their predecessors. Also, Samsung may drop the ‘Z’ branding, and therefore, the devices could be simply called Galaxy Fold 4 and Galaxy Flip 4.

These handsets are expected to be accompanied by three accessories. Two of them will be smartwatches dubbed Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Whereas, the third one will be a pair of truly wireless earphones called Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

2. Motorola Razr 2022, Moto Edge X30 Pro, and Moto S30 Pro

Motorola Moto X30 Pro

The Motorola event was originally scheduled for August 2 in China, however, it got postponed indefinitely. The company was supposed to announce three devices, namely Motorola Razr 2022, Moto Edge X30 Pro, and Moto S30 Pro.

The Lenovo-owned brand is yet to announce the new launch date. But as per JD (retailer), the first two phones may go on sale on August 11. This suggests that the event could either take place on or before the supposed sale date.

Talking about the handsets, the Motorola Razr 2022 is the company’s third-gen foldable smartphone. It will compete against the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. Further, the Moto Edge X30 Pro is the world’s first smartphone with a 200MP main camera. Finally, the Moto S30 Pro is a flagship killer smartphone.

3. OnePlus Ace Pro

OnePlus 10T (aka OnePlus Ace Pro)

The OnePlus Ace Pro was supposed to launch on August 3 in China. But its conference got postponed, just like Motorola’s. Anyway, the device went official in other markets in the form of OnePlus 10T as planned on the same day. It may now release in its home country next week at the earliest.

The only difference between the OnePlus Ace Pro and the OnePlus 10T is the software. The Chinese version of the handset boots ColorOS 12.1 based on Android 12. While the global variant runs OxygenOS 12.1, which is basically a clone of ColorOS 12.1.

The main highlights of the phone include Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, up to 16GB RAM, 150W fast wired charging support, and an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera.

Tecno Spark 9T first sale starts tonight in India via Amazon, Here’s price & offers

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Sean

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Aug 5, 2022

Tecno had just recently announced the new Spark 9T for the Indian market. And now, the company is gearing up to release the smartphone for its first sale through Amazon in the region later tonight (5th August 2022). So let’s have a look at its pricing, specifications, and offer.

Talking about the smartphone first, the Spark 9T sports a 6.6 inch LCD panel that has a Full HD+ resolution with a waterdrop notch. Under the hood, the handset is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G35 SoC that is paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The Spark 9T also features a triple camera setup, which include a 50 megapixel primary sensor, 2 megapixel portrait lens, and an AI sensor.

Meanwhile, the front houses an 8 megapixels selfie shooter. The device is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. Other features include a micro USB charging port, a dedicated microSD card slot, side mounted fingerprint scanner, IPX2 water splash resistance, Bluetooth 5, 4G, Dual SIM, and GPS.

The Tecno Spark 9T will be offered in two color options in India, namely Atlantic Blue and Turquoise Cyan. This smartphone is priced at 9,299 INR for the lone 4GB + 64GB storage configuration. Notably, this is the introductory pricing at the moment. The handset will go on sale via Amazon India as a part of their Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale, and buyers can avail a flat 10 percent discount with SBI Credit Card.

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Chromebook and tablet shipments declined for fourth consecutive quarter: Canalys

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Anurag

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Aug 5, 2022

Global Chromebook and tablet shipments declined for a second consecutive quarter in Q2 2022. The shipments fell 14% to 105 million units, according to research firm Canalys. The sharp decline is said be caused by a number of factors, including rising inflation, COVID-related lockdowns in China, and declines in consumer and education spending.

According to a report by Canalys, global Chromebook and tablet shipments have continued to suffer in the second quarter of 2022. The shipment of tablets decreased for the fourth consecutive quarter, this time by 11% year over year, to 34.8 million devices worldwide. The demand for Chromebooks continued to decline for a fourth straight quarter, albeit at a significantly sharper rate, with shipments falling by 57 percent to 5.1 million units in Q2 2022 as the demand from the education sector remained weak.

In the tablet market, Apple retained the lead but suffered a significant decline, falling 15% to 12.1 iPads worldwide. Despite a 13 % annual decline, Samsung ended up in the second spot with 7.0 million units supplied, preserving its market share. With 3.5 million fewer shipments than the previous year, Lenovo came in third place. Amazon managed to ship 3.3 million units and remained in fourth place with a rise of 6%. With 1.7 million tablets supplied and a year-over-year decline of 26%, Huawei finished fifth.

The spike in educational demand in key markets a year ago caused the global Chromebook market to falter. Acer became the market leader for Chromebooks in Q2 2022, securing almost 25% of the market despite a fall in shipments of only 28% compared to its main rivals. Following a 56 percent decline in shipments from a year earlier, Lenovo managed to maintain second place. Due to its dependency on the US education sector, HP had the greatest decline of the top suppliers, with a 79 percent decline in shipments. The remaining top five was comprised of Dell and Asus.

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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G press renders, key specifications leaked

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 5, 2022

Several reports have revealed that Samsung is working on the Galaxy A23 5G mid-range smartphone. Leaks aggregator SlashLeaks has published fresh renders of the A23 5G. Tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore also shared the images and specifications of the device on Twitter. However, the tweet has been taken down.

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The Galaxy A23 5G renders show that it will be available in black, white, blue, and orange colors. The device sports a waterdrop notch display and a quad-camera setup on the back. The device reportedly measures 165.4 x 76.9 x 8.4mm and weighs around 200 grams.

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G specifications, price (rumored)

The Galaxy A23 5G will feature a 6.6-inch display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. It will house an 8-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear camera setup has a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS support, a 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a pair of 2-megapixel cameras for depth and macro shots.

The Snapdragon 695 chipset will be present under the hood of the Galaxy A23 5G. The device will arrive with 4 GB / 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB of internal storage. For more storage, it has a microSD card slot.

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The Galaxy A23 5G will run on Android 12 OS with One UI 4.1 on top. It will arrive with a 5,000mAh battery, which will support 25W fast charging. In Europe, the device will be priced at around 300 euros.

With almost everything known about the device, it appears that it will not take too long for the Galaxy A23 5G. The handset has been recently spotted at the FCC and Bluetooth SIG certification. It has also appeared on Geekbench. Hence, it is expected to launch at some point this month.

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Huawei Mate 50 series smartphones to reportedly launch on September 7 in China

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Jeet

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Aug 5, 2022

Huawei has not been focusing on smartphones as much as it used to before the United States imposed sanctions on the company, but it continues to launch smartphones in the market to stay relevant.

The company is gearing up to launch the next-generation Mate-series flagship smartphone in the Chinese market, dubbed Huawei Mate 50 series. While the company has not yet confirmed that launch date, it has been leaked online.

As per the latest report, the Huawei Mate 50 series smartphones could be launched on 7th September in the Chinese market. The lineup will reportedly include four models — Huawei Mate 50e, Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro, and Mate 50 RS.

The smartphones are rumored to be powered by the company’s own HiSilicon Kirin 9000S processor, which is expected to be a tweaked version of the Kirin 9000 SoC. Recently, it was reported that the Mate 50 RS might not be powered by the company’s in-house developed Kirin 9000S processor because of the lack of stock for the Kirin-series chips.

The Huawei Mate 50 series smartphones are expected to come with new features for the camera department, along with support for Huawei Image XMAGE. The phones could also have upgraded internals compared to their predecessor but will still be 4G-only.

In line with other smartphones from Huawei, the upcoming lineup will also come running the company’s own HarmonyOS 3.0, which is called HongMeng OS in China.

As the launch of the Huawei Mate 50 series smartphone is expected to take place on 7th September, we expect the company to soon make an announcement for the launch date and start teasing the upcoming phone’s features.

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Infinix Smart 6 HD smartphone with 6.6-inch HD+ IPS display to soon launch in India

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Jeet

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Aug 5, 2022

Infinix, the smartphone company which recently launched the Smart 6 Plus in its Smart lineup of devices, is now gearing up to launch a new smartphone in the Indian market, dubbed Infinix Smart 6 HD.

The company has sent out a press release confirming that the Infinix Smart 6 HD smartphone will soon be launched in India. While it has not revealed the exact launch date, the device is expected to go official in the coming days.

The Smart 6 HD smartphone was launched in the global markets in April this year, along with the Infinix Note 12 and Hot 12 smartphones. The Indian model is expected to have similar specifications and features as the global model.

It features a 6.6-inch HD+ IPS display with 1600 x 720 pixels screen resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The processor powering the device isn’t known, but it packs 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage with support for a microSD card to expand the storage capacity.

As for the camera department, there’s a dual-camera setup on the back that features an 8-megapixel primary camera sensor and an AI lens. On the front side, there’s a 5-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The phone runs the Android 11 Go Edition operating system with the company’s own XOS 7.6 custom interface. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that is claimed to offer up to 31 hours of talk time on a single charge. In India, the Infinix Smart 6 HD will come in three color options — Aqua Sky, Origin Blue, and Force Black.

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Samsung reportedly cuts production due to slowdown in global demand

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Jeet

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Aug 5, 2022

Samsung, the world’s leading smartphone manufacturer, has reportedly cut down production of its devices at the massive plant in Vietnam due to the global fall in consumer spending

The report, coming from Reuters, cites employees as the source. The scale back of production comes as the retailers and warehouses deal with a rising inventory.

As per the report, America’s largest warehouse market is full and the major retailers in the United States have warned of slowing sales given that shoppers are not spending as much as they used to before and during the early era of the pandemic.

One of the workers at the plant told Reuters, “We are going to work just three days per week, some lines are adjusting to a four-day workweek instead of six before, and of course, no overtime is needed.”

The manufacturing plant in Vietnam’s northern province of Thai Nguyen has been the most affected. It is one of the two mobile manufacturing bases in the country where Samsung produces half of its smartphones.

While Samsung says that it has not discussed reducing its annual production target in Vietnam, the South Korean giant is optimistic about smartphone demand in the second half of the year as it said during its earnings call last week that supply disruptions had mostly been resolved and that demand would either stay flat or see single-digit growth.

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Redmi K50s Pro spotted at AnTuTu with 1,120,691 score

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 5, 2022

Redmi is reportedly working on the launch of the Redmi K50s and K50s Pro flagship phones. These devices are expected to launch this month in China. Some reports have claimed that the Pro model could be called the Redmi K50 Ultra. The K50s Pro / K50 Ultra with a 22081212C model number was seen on CMIIT, 3C, and TENAA certification platforms in the previous month. Now, the same device has appeared on AnTuTu benchmarks with a 1,120,691 score.

The Redmi K50s Pro scored 261,363 in the CPU test, 489,064 in the GPU test, 193,133 points in the memory test, and 177,131 points in the UX test. Hence, the device has managed to achieve a total score of 1,120,691 points on the benchmarking platform.

The listing reveals that the device is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and runs on the Android 12 OS. Being a flagship device, it is expected to feature LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

Redmi K50s Pro specifications (rumored)

The Redmi K50s Pro will feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a punch-hole design. It offers an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support. It will also feature an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The K50s Pro will feature the SD8+G1 chip.

As per the TENAA listing, the device will come in two variants, such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It is likely to house a 5,000mAh battery, which will carry support for 120W fast charging.

The K50s Pro will have a 20-megapixel selfie camera. Its rear panel will have a 200-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It will come with MIUI 13 based on the Android 12 OS.

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OPPO Watch 3 series launch date officially confirmed, new renders emerge

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Aug 5, 2022

Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip series of chipsets for wearable devices last month. Soon after the announcement, OPPO took to Weibo to confirm that the Watch 3 series will be equipped with the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 SoC. Today, the Chinese manufacturer officially confirmed its launch date.

The OPPO Watch 3 series is scheduled to go official at 7 pm (local time) on Aug. 10 in China. At the same event, the company will also unveil the Zhimei Life smart camera. Shown below are some new renders of the Watch 3 released by popular tipster Evan Blass.

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— Evan Blass (@evleaks) August 5, 2022

As can be seen in the images, the OPPO Watch 3 is equipped with a curved edge display. Rumors surrounding the device have revealed that it will be equipped with a 1.91-inch AMOLED display with LTPO technology.

The device seems to be equipped with a metallic chassis with a rotatable crown on its right edge. It appears that it will be made available in black and brown colored leather straps. The device will be powered by the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 as well as the Apollo 4 Plus co-processor.

There is no word on the exact battery size of the OPPO Watch 3. In the RTOS mode, it will be able to last for up to 15 days. In the WearOS mode, it will offer a runtime of 5 days. The device is expected to offer features like a heart-rate tracker, a SpO2 tracker, ECG, GPS, NFC, e-SIM, and 5ATM water resistance.

Reports have revealed that the model numbers OWW211, OWW212, and OWW213 are all associated with the Watch 3 series. Hence, it appears that there could be as many as three variants of the Watch 3.

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Super Deal: Get 50% OFF on Oclean F1 Sonic Electric Toothbrush

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Aug 5, 2022

Oclean is giving flat 50% OFF on its F1 Sonic Electric Toothbrush. The toothbrush that generally retails for $40 is now available at a discounted price of $19.99 on oclean.com. This is a limited-time offer.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5, 5 Pro press renders, specifications leaked before launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 5, 2022

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series is all set to break cover on Aug. 10 globally. The lineup will consist of two models, the Watch 5 and the Watch 5 Pro. Ahead of the launch, Winfuture.de has leaked the press renders and specifications of the device.

The leak states that the Galaxy Watch 5 will come in 40mm and 44mm sizes, whereas the Watch 5 Pro will be available in 45mm size. The main difference between the standard and Pro variants is that the latter features a titanium chassis, a larger display, and a bigger battery.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro specifications (rumored)

The Galaxy Watch 5 will feature a 1.19-inch AMOLED display that offers a 396 x 396 pixels resolution. The Watch 5 Pro, on the other hand, will be fitted with a bigger 1.36-inch AMOLED screen that produces a resolution of 450 x 450 pixels. A layer of sapphire glass will protect the display of both models.

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The 40mm model will come with a 284mAh battery, whereas the 44mm variant will pack a 410mAh battery. The Watch 5 Pro will be equipped with a 550mAh battery, which may last for up to 80 hours on a single charge. The Watch 5 series will support up to 10W of wireless charging.

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The Exynos W920 chip, which powers the Galaxy Watch 4 lineup, will also fuel the Galaxy Watch 5 series. The lineup will offer up to 16 GB of storage. The LTE variants of the Watch 5 series will have e-SIM support. The Watch 5 series also come with features like NFC, GPS, a heart-rate sensor, blood oxygen saturation tracker, and ECG.

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The thickness of the Watch 5 is 9.8mm. The 40mm and 44mm variants weigh 28.7 grams and 33.5 grams, respectively. The Watch 5 Pro measures 10.5mm in thickness and weighs 46.9 grams.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro price (rumored)

The Bluetooth-only version of the 40mm and 40mm Galaxy Watch 5 variants will cost 299 euros and 329 euros. The Watch 5 Pro’s Bluetooth-only model will cost 469 euros. The LTE editions of the Watch 5 series will be priced at around 40 euros to 45 euros more.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra chipset, battery size revealed in a new leak

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Aug 5, 2022

The rumor mill is gradually leaking details about the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, which is expected to launch in Q1 2023. Recent reports have revealed some vital information about the cameras of the S23 Ultra. Now, reliable tipster Ice Universe has revealed its chipset and battery size.

According to the tipster, the Galaxy S23 Ultra will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, which is expected to launch in November this year. The 4nm chipset is expected to include 1 x Cortex-X3, 2 x Cortex-A720, 2 x Cortex-A710, 3 x Cortex-A510, and an Adreno 740 GPU. The SoC will be manufactured by TSMC.

The tipster did not mention whether the Galaxy S23 Ultra would have an Exynos variant. According to a previous report, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip will be used in the entire S23 lineup that will be released around the world.

The Galaxy S22 Ultra features a 5,000mAh battery. The tipster claimed that its successor would also pack a 5,000mAh battery. While there is no improvement in the battery size, the device may last longer than its predecessor as it will be equipped with a better and energy-efficient chip. It is unclear whether the device will support 45W or a faster charging solution.

Previous reports have revealed that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will feature a 40-megapixel front camera with autofocus support. Its rear camera setup will have a 200-megapixel Samsung HP2 main camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, and a 10-megapixel periscope zoom lens with 10x optical zoom support. The other details of the S23 Ultra are yet to be confirmed. The Q1 2023 announcement will also see the arrival of other S-series models, such as the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus.

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