Apple to fulfill Q3 revenue expectations in view of solid iPhone demand

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Jul 20, 2022

Apple recently announced that it will start mass production of the iPhone 14 series soon. Since this update, there are new reports in the financial market that Apple’s iPhone is the primary reason for its incredible revenue generation due to a magnanimous number of sales.

Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives claims in a note to investors reviewed by AppleInsider that despite supply problems hitting the tech sector, he expects iPhone demand to hold up slightly better than anticipated. He thinks Apple’s Q3 2022 financial results will meet expectations.

Wedbush predicts that Apple will likely surpass Wall Street estimates when it reports its June quarter profits.

In the June quarter, analysts anticipate Apple to post revenue of about $82 billion and earnings-per-share of $1.16.

Wall Street still anticipates Apple to experience difficulties in the June quarter, though. Ives claims that “all eyes” are on the cycle of supply and demand for the iPhone 14. A new mixed-reality headset might be part of Apple’s aggressive product pipeline that the company is focusing on for 2023.

The “peak worry” for Apple’s supply chain issues will be the June quarter. Although Ives anticipates any Covid or supply delays to abate in the September and December quarters, Apple warned of a $4 billion to $8 billion revenue blow. Recently, we reported that the iPhone 14 Max variant was facing display supply chain issues.

Apple’s installed base is the key to surviving the macroeconomic storms, as is customary. Since almost 240 million of Apple’s 1 billion iPhone owners have not yet upgraded their devices, Ives continues to hold on to the notion that the iPhone upgrade cycle is stubborn.

Services appear to be in good shape going into the second part of 2022 and 2023. Ives estimates that the value of Apple’s services alone is greater than $1 trillion. He considers the risk/reward to be “extremely appealing at current levels” when taken into account its hardware.

Ives said that “While the nervous market backdrop is creating a fearful environment for tech stocks, we believe Apple’s growth story remains well intact despite the shaky macro.”

Ives continues to rate Apple as Outperform and has a $200 price target for the next year. His objective is predicated on a sum-of-the-parts valuation of his 2022 projections, which translates to an 18x multiple on services at $1.5 trillion and a 7x multiple on Apple’s hardware division at $2.1 trillion.

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Realme GT Neo 3 Naruto Special Edition to launch in India soon: Report

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Sean

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Jul 20, 2022

Realme is apparently planning on launching a special edition of one of its newly released smartphone models in India soon. The model in question is the Realme GT Neo 3 Naruto Edition.

For those unaware, the Chinese smartphone maker had launched this limited edition GT Neo 3 model in its home market previously. And now, it appears that this version of the GT Neo 3 is also making its way to the Indian market. If this news is true, the Naruto Edition will be the second special edition GT Neo 3 model to launch in the region, with the brand recently also releasing the Realme GT Neo 3 Thor Love and Thunder special edition.

The news arrives from known tipster Abhishek Yadav who claimed that the GT Neo 3 Naruto Edition launch in India is just around the corner. While he did reveal this information, the tipster did not reveal the exact launch date for the smartphone. Talking about the smartphone itself, it is basically the GT Neo 3 model under the hood, with the only real difference being the special external design.

As the name suggests, the Naruto special edition carries a custom orange color with AG glass, which the brand claims took around 17 months to carefully polish the etching of the back panel. Furthermore, the special edition also arrives in a special retail box that is made from leather and features the iconic scroll design. This box also contains a 33W power bank as well. There are also custom cases that were sold separately.

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Nothing Phone (1) receives first update, brings HDR10+, Glyph & battery improvements

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Sean

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Jul 20, 2022

Following weeks of hype garnering marketing, the Nothing Phone (1) was finally announced in various markets. Now, the company has officially rolled out the first update for the handset, which serve to enhance the user’s experience. So let’s have a look.

The relatively new brand has just released the first ever OTA update for its Phone (1) and it has a size of just around 94MB. As of right now, this update has already been rolled out in India and is being released in other regions as well. Looking at the changelog, the company has offered a new update that revamps the operating system’s sound effects, brought improvements to the Glyph LED lighting interface, and even optimized the battery life of the new smartphone.

Apart from this, a major feature brought with this update is the arrival of HDR10+ support, along with portrait mode, HDR mode, and more for the camera app as well. The changelog also lists improvements in other aspects as well, including the camera UI, fingerprint recording and unlocking, and more. The new update also brings some bug fixes as well to better improve the experience.

For Nothing Phone (1) users that have not received the update notification, you can also manually check to see if your device has received the updates already. Go to Settings > System > System updates. At the moment, the first OTA update doesn’t bring too many changes, but we can expect to see more software updates in the arriving weeks.

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OnePlus 10T With Snapdragon 8+ Gen1, 16GB RAM, Android 12 Spotted on Geekbench

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Anurag

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Jul 20, 2022

OnePlus 10T has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking website revealing some specifications of the upcoming smartphone. The listing suggests that the handset will come with Android 12, Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 Soc, and up to 16GB of RAM. OnePlus 10T is going to be the latest addition to the company’s flagship segment. It is expected to launch on August 3. OnePlus hasn’t confirmed the launch date but it has started teasing the device.

As initially spotted by MySmartPrice, the OnePlus 10T has been spotted on Geekbench with the model number PGP110. The listing suggests that the smartphone will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 SoC. It will also be paired up with an Adreno 730 GPU. The listing also reveals that the smartphone will come with 16GB of RAM. The smartphone is also expected to come in a 12GB storage model. It will run Android 12 based on OxygenOS skin out of the box.

The OnePlus 10T was spotted on the Geekbench website with scores of 1049 and 3495 in single-core and multi-core tests, respectively.

Thanks to various leaks and rumors, we already know most of the specifications of the upcoming device. It is expected to flaunt a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display offering a 120Hz refresh rate. The device may house a triple-camera setup on the back consisting of a 50MP Sony IMX766 main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor.

The device could be fueled by a 4800mAh battery supporting extreme 150W fast charging. Reports suggest that the OnePlus 10T will not come with the signature Hasselblad cameras and the company is also rumored to be ditching the alert slider.

The OnePlus 10T 5G is expected to be priced at Rs 49,999 ($627) for the base variant. It will be available in two colors – Jade Green and Moonstone Black.

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Honor 8 tablet to be launched tomorrow alongside Honor X40i

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Divyansh Mehta

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Jul 20, 2022

Honor has officially announced the launch of the much-awaited Honor 8 tablet via an official poster. It is confirmed that the tablet will have a 12-inch display with eye protection, eight stereo speakers, and a sleek light metal body frame.

Honor 8 Official Poster — Honor 8 Official Launch Poster

The official launch poster reveals that the device has curved edges and the screen-to-body ratio seems similar to the previous generation Honor V7 Pro tablet.

The Honor 8 tablet will have a USB-type C port at the bottom, an oval lens module at the back, and an Honor branding placed vertically in the center of the back.

Notably, the camera configuration at the back of the device resembles the Honor V7 Pro in design aesthetics as well.

Recently, a report revealed that the new generation Honor tablet will feature a 2K resolution display and supports 22.5W fast-charging. It was also reported that a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor will be integrated into the tablet to enhance performance overall, especially in terms of a fair LTE experience. However, no official information regarding the report has been revealed yet.

In comparison to the previous generation Honor V7 series which was released in September of last year, The V7 features a 10.5-inch 2K resolution screen with a refresh rate of 90Hz, as well as a new pen and Bluetooth keyboard. The tablet’s four edges are all the same width, and the body and screen are rounded.

The Honor Tablet V7 is powered by a MediaTek Kompanio 900T CPU, while the Honor Tablet V7 Pro is powered by a MediaTek Kompanio 1300T chip.

Availability of Honor 8 tablet

The available colors for the tablet as seen in the poster are three; navy blue, gold, and a turquoise shade. The device will be officially launched during an official launch conference by the brand that will be held at 07:30 PM (GMT+8) tomorrow i.e. 21st of July.

Additionally, Honor will utilize the launch conference to unveil the Honor x40i smartphone, the Honor Smart Screen X3 series smart TVs, and other devices alongside the Honor 8 tablet.

We await more information as the pricing of the tablet is yet to be released.

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Qualcomm to launch Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 during Snapdragon Summit on November 15

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Sean

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Jul 20, 2022

Qualcomm has just announced the dates for its Snapdragon Summit later this year. During this event, the company confirmed that it will be launching the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which will make its debut earlier than its predecessors.

As per official notes, the Snapdragon Summit will be a three day event and will be held in Hawaii and starts on November 15 till November 17. Earlier today, the chipmaking giant had officially announced the Snapdragon W5 and W5+ SoC‘s launch during the Snapdragon Summit conference. Now, it has confirmed that it will be unveiling its next generation of flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the same event.

Typically, the company usually releases its latest high end chips at the end of the year, around December. But now, the dates have apparently moved up, although, Qualcomm has yet to reveal the reason for this. At the moment, it is likely that the Chinese tech giant Xiaomi will be the first to launch a flagship smartphone that features this upcoming chipset. It will probably launch its Xiaomi 13 series of premium grade handsets with the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.

Last year, Motorola was the first to launch a flagship model with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip. In other words, we can expect it to be one of the first if not the very first again as well, with the Edge 40 Pro model. Keep in mind that the Snapdragon Summit is still a while away, so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Vivo T1X Launched in India with Snapdragon 680 SoC, 50MP camera, 5,000mAh Battery: Price, Specifications

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Jul 20, 2022

Vivo has launched its Vivo T1x today in India. The handset will be the latest addition to the company’s budget segment. The newly launched device comes with some decent specifications. It features an LCD display, a 5000mAh battery, a Snapdragon chipset, and much more. Let’s have a closer look at the price and specifications of the new Vivo smartphone.

Vivo T1x India Price, availability

The Vivo T1x in India has been set at Rs. 11,999 ($150) for the base 4GB RAM + 64GB storage model. The smartphone also comes in 4GB RAM + 128GB and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant which will be priced at Rs. 12,999 (roughly $162) and Rs. 14,999 ($187), respectively. The smartphone will be available in Gravity Black and Space Blue color options. It will go on sale through Flipkart starting July 27.

There are also some tempting offers available. For instance, if you purchase the Vivo T1x from Flipkart using an HDFC Bank card, you will get Rs. 1,000 instant discount.

Vivo T1x Specifications

The Vivo T1x features a 6.58-inch Full HD+ LCD display offering a resolution of 2408×1080 and a refresh rate of 90Hz and a screen-to-body ratio of 90.6%. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor, paired with up to 4GB RAM and 128GB of storage. The smartphone also comes with support for virtual RAM.

As far as cameras are concerned, the Vivo T1x houses a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor, accompanied by a 2-megapixel macro lens along with an LED flash. While on the front, the smartphone offers an 8-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.

The Vivo T1x packs a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. On the software front, the device runs Android 12 based on Funtouch OS 12.

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LG Gram 2022 laptops including a 16″ 2-in-1 model with a Stylus Pen launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 20, 2022

After a global rollout that began in April 2022, LG‘s next generation of high-end laptops, the Gram series, has been released in India. The new models build on the brand’s history of exceptional portability for a wide range of consumers with sleek, ultra-light designs and cutting-edge software and technology that makes them easy to carry.

Four new models make up the LG Gram 2022 laptop lineup: the LG Gram 17, the LG Gram 16, the LG Gram 16T90Q-2in1, and the LG Gram 14 (model 14T90Q) (model 14Z90Q). Each laptop in the LG G-Series is equipped with an effective Intel Core CPU from the 12th generation.

These laptops contain low-voltage LPDDR5 RAM and Gen4 NVMe SSDs, which boost performance by 22% compared to previous models. Long battery life on the Intel Evo Platform certified 2022 LG Gram enables users to work or play while on the go.

The great visual quality of LG’s premium laptops is well known, and their most recent models support this. The most recent models offer a WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600) resolution IPS panel, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 99 percent DCI-P3 color gamut. The excellent IPS panels from LG are now anti-glare, which lessens bothersome reflections and enhances vision in all lighting conditions.

The LG Gram 2022 laptops feature LG Glance by Mirametrix, an AI-driven software program that enhances convenience and security. The screen is locked by LG Glance by Mirametrix when the user exits the laptop. A user’s work is both informed and obscured when someone is looking over their shoulder. The mouse pointer and open window are transferred to the second screen when a second monitor is attached. The models for this year include face-log-in for video conferencing and Full HD webcams.

These devices’ small, ultra-lightweight designs, which don’t compromise on performance or durability, have preserved their essential characteristics. The MIL-STD-810G test may be successfully completed by each model due to its high screen-to-body ratios and durability. All 2022 LG Gram products also come in eco-friendly packaging that can be used as a desk calendar and pencil holder after it has been opened.

LG Gram 16 2-in-1 Laptop

The new LG Gram 2-in-1 16-inch, on the other hand, has sketching and note-taking software pre-installed that is compatible with the LG Stylus Pen (Wacom AES 2.0). The new Gram laptop convertibles are more effective and offer a more responsive and enjoyable writing and sketching experience thanks to stylus compatibility and LG’s AI-based user interface.

The 16-inch portable display with a detachable cover, +view for LG gram, allows users to expand their digital workspace. The 16MQ70 has a 32:10 aspect ratio IPS screen for excellent multitasking, and it can be positioned either vertically or horizontally next to a laptop for a seamless appearance.

Pricing & Availability

The LG Gram 16 2022 starts at Rs. 1,32,000 (~$1,653), the Gram 17 2022 starts at Rs. 1,42,000 (~$1,778), and the Gram 14 2022 starts at Rs. 1,27,000 (~$1,590) according to the LG India website.

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Redmi K50i launched in India with Dimensity 8100 SoC, 144Hz display, 67W charging, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 20, 2022

As scheduled, Xiaomi has launched the Redmi K50i in India. The smartphone is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro. This device also goes by the name of Poco X4 GT in some markets.

The main highlight of the handset is its performance as it houses a Mediatek Dimensity 8100 SoC. It also offers other features like a 144Hz LCD screen and 67W fast wired charging.

Let’s take a look at the entire specs of the Redmi K50i along with its pricing and availability for India.

Redmi K50i Specifications

The Redmi K50 is built around a 6.6-inch centered punch-hole display (LCD) with a resolution of 2460 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), up to a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 20.5:9 aspect ratio. The DisplayMate A+ rated panel supports 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, DC Dimming, Dolby Vision, and HDR10. The screen offers 650 nits peak brightness, 1400:1 contrast ratio, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

The phone is powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 8100 chipset paired with LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and LiquidCool Technology 2.0 (VC liquid cooling) to manage thermals. As for software, It boots MIUI 13 based on Android 12.

The device has a triple camera system comprising a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide unit, and a 2MP macron snapper. On the front, it nests a 16MP shooter inside the punch-hole for selfies and video calls.

The connectivity options on the handset include dual-SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and GNSS. Interestingly, it sports a 3.5mm headphone jack, in addition to a USB Type-C port, Dolby Atmos-supported dual stereo speakers, an x-axis linear vibration motor, and an IR blaster. There’s also support for Hi-Res Audio (Wired and Wireless) but no MicroSD card slot.

The Redmi K50i measures 163.64 x 74.29 x 8.87mm in dimensions and weighs 200g. Last but not least, it is backed by a 5,080mAh battery with support for 67W fast wired charging.

Redmi K50i Price and Availability in India

The Redmi K50i will retail at the following price tags in India.

6GB + 128GB – ₹25,999
8GB + 256GB – ₹28,999

It can be purchased in either Stealth Black, Quick Silver, or Phantom Blue color options. Customers can avail of a ₹3,000 instant discount on ICICI Bank cards.

The smartphone will go on sale from 12 AM IST on July 23 via Mi.com, Amazon India, Mi Home stores, Croma outlets, and retail stores.

Redmi Buds 3 Lite Launched in India with Up to 18 hours of Battery, IP54 rating, ENC

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Anurag

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Jul 20, 2022

Redmi Buds 3 Lite true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones have been launched in India alongside the Redmi K50i 5G. The earbuds sport some impressive features and an affordable price tag. As per the company, the earphones offer a total of up to 18 hours of playtime on a single charge. They have an ergonomic design and feel comfortable in the ears. The Redmi Buds come with environmental noise cancellation and IP54* dust and water resistance. Let’s take a look at their pricing and specifications.

Redmi Buds 3 Lite price, availability

Redmi Buds 3 Lite are priced at Rs. 1,999 (roughly $25) and will be available at a special price of Rs. 1,499 (roughly $19). The earbuds will go for sale in India through Amazon. Note that the special price will only remain for 2 days. Redmi is offering the TWS earphones in Black and White color options. The earbuds sale will begin in India on 31st July.

Redmi Buds 3 Lite specifications

The Redmi Buds 3 Lite comes with impressive specifications for the price. They come with USB Type-C charging, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, and a claimed battery life of up to 18 hours between the earphones and the charging case. The earbuds alone can give up to 5 hours of playback time in a single charge.

The Redmi Buds 3 Lite are powered by 6mm dynamic drivers that are tuned by Xiaomi Sound Lab. The earbuds do not have active noise cancellation but the company claims that they offer decent noise blocking with the help of a noise reduction algorithm. The Redmi Buds also feature a low latency gaming mode for an immersive gaming experience.

The earbuds come with various touch controls to let users manage volume, reject/answer calls, turn off game mode, activate voice assistant, and more. The earbuds are super light and each bud weighs only 4.04 g.

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OnePlus officially teases OnePlus 10T launch with a clever Tweet

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Sean

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Jul 20, 2022

A number of smartphone brands are getting ready to launch their latest flagship devices for the second half of this year. One of these brands include OnePlus, which is gearing up to launch the OnePlus 10T soon. And now, the company has teased the launch of this upcoming model.

The Chinese smartphone maker shared a clever tweet on its official Twitter handle, which teased the launch of the 10T. For those unaware, this model is the brand’s latest high end smartphone and its launch is expected to be imminent. Looking at the tweet, the company shared an image that has 10 cups filled with tea, which simply means 10T. The device will launch with Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and will feature a whopping 16GB of RAM.

Although, that model will likely be the top end storage variant. Apart from this, we also expect the smartphone to house 512GB of internal storage and a pervious listing on 3C revealed that the device will arrive with support for an impressive 160W fast charging as well. The battery in question is rumored to have a capacity of 4,800mAh and the 10T will likely run in Android 12 OS based OxygenOS out of the box.

Based on recent leaks, the OnePlus 10T will sport a 6.7 inch AMOLED display that has a Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, the rear is expected to feature a 50 megapixel triple camera setup. The device was recently spotted on an Amazon microsite, so its launch is likely just around the corner. So stick around for more updates.

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Redmi G 2022 gaming laptop will be available for pre-order tomorrow

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Divyansh Mehta

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Jul 20, 2022

Xiaomi has made an official announcement that the 2022 variant of the Redmi G gaming laptop series will be available for pre-order from 21st July, 10:00 PM (GMT+8) onwards.

Redmi G 2022 Launch Poster — Redmi G 2022 Official Poster

Xiaomi made this announcement officially through their Weibo account. The new-generation Redmi G series is a follow-up of the Redmi G 2021 which was launched in September last year.

Notably, the Redmi G series is known for its competitive pricing and high-end specs, proving that Xiaomi has what it takes to gain a market share in the Gaming Laptop segment.

The Redmi G 2021 Ryzen Edition from the previous year included a Ryzen 7 5800H, an RTX3060 graphics card, a performance release of 45W + 115W,16GB RAM + 512GB SSD in terms of storage, and an 80Wh battery.

The Redmi G 2021’s 16.1-inch 144Hz gaming screen has received German Rheinland low blue light certification. In addition, the Redmi G 2021 now has “Hurricane Cooling 3.0” technology which includes five all-copper heat pipes, two large 12V fans, and four air outlets.

Redmi G Official Store — (SOURCE: ITHome)

Although Xiaomi hasn’t yet formally introduced the new Redmi G gamebook, it has already been seen on Xiaomi’s official website. According to the Xiaomi website, the gaming laptop will be priced at 6389 Yuan ($945 approx.). Clearly, Xiaomi is trying to penetrate the gaming market further with another competitively priced device.

To recall, the 2021 Redmi G Gaming laptop came in both Intel and AMD variants. The AMD variant started at 6999 Yuan (~$1,081) in China while the intel model retailed for 5,699 Yuan (~$880).

We await more information regarding the different variants and upgrades from its predecessor.

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iQOO 9T pricing, launch, & sale date for India leaked

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Sean

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Jul 20, 2022

iQOO has been gearing to launch the iQOO 9T in India. However, the company has yet to announce the official launch date for this device as well as any other details regarding its pricing or sales. But prior to its release, a new leak has offered us all of these details. So let’s have a look.

iQOO 10 Pro

-6.78", 2K, E5 AMOLED, 120Hz
-Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
-50MP Gimbal + 50MP WA + 14.6MP Tele
-16MP Front
-4700mAh, 200W Wired, 50W Wireless
-Android 12, OriginOS Ocean
-Ultrasonic 3D FPS

•8+256GB: ¥4999 / ₹59,220
•12+256GB: ¥5499 / ₹65,150
•12+512GB: ¥5999 / ₹71,070 pic.twitter.com/r3aPEsML4G

— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) July 19, 2022

The latest information regarding the upcoming handset comes from known tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore who shared the details on Twitter. Looking at his tweet, the Chinese smartphone maker is planning on announcing the iQOO 9T model (which is believed to be a rebadged iQOO 10 model), while the first sale will reportedly begin next month via Amazon starting from August 2.

Furthermore, the tipster revealed that this high end smartphone will launch in four storage configurations alongside their Indian pricing. The starting model is the 8GB + 128GB that will apparently cost around 43,820 INR (roughly 549 US Dollars), while the 8GB + 256GB model could cost around 47,380 INR (roughly 593 US Dollars). The higher end 12GB + 256GB variant may have a price tag of around 50,930 INR (roughly 637 US Dollars), meanwhile the top end 12GB + 512GB option might carry a 55,670 INR (roughly 696 US Dollars).

Ambhore also listed a couple of key specifications of the device as well. The iQOO 9T is set to sport a 6.78 inch E5 AMOLED display that has a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC will power the device, which also packs a 4,700mAh battery pack with 120W fast charging support. The rear features a 50 megapixel triple camera setup, while the front has a 16 megapixel selfie shooter.

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Huawei MatePad Pro 11 render leaked

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Divyansh Mehta

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Jul 20, 2022

Huawei recently teased the new MatePad Pro 11. The device is going to be launched a week from now on the 27th alongside Harmony OS3 during a launch conference.

We were expecting more information and leaks regarding the tablet, and our expectations have been fulfilled. Yesterday, a leaker tweeted a reported render of the Huawei MatePad 11 Pro.

Huawei MatePad 11 Render — (SOURCE: Twitter)

As seen clearly in the leaked image above, the upcoming tablet incorporates the Mate series’ distinctive star ring lens design. Huawei has continued to create a lineup that offers recognizability.

Additionally, the new tablet is expected to include accessories such as a smart stylus and a smart keyboard aimed at increasing user productivity. The tablet is likely to be integrated with the HarmonyOS 3 as both of them will be launched together. It can also benefit from the ecosystem that will be created via Harmony OS 3.

In related news, the Huawei MatePad Pro (2022) 12.6-inch model was recently discovered on the 3C certification website. The tablet will enable 40W fast charging, as well as 18W and 10W reverse wired charging, it was revealed.

More information on the 11-inch and 12.6-inch Huawei tablets are anticipated soon, so stay tuned to Gizmochina.

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Qualcomm announces Snapdragon W5 and W5+ Gen 1 chips for wearable devices

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Jeet

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Jul 20, 2022

Qualcomm is one of the leading players in the market when it comes to smartphone processors. The company has also forayed into making chips for wearable devices but hasn’t seen much success in that space.

Now, the company has revamped its wearable chips lineup with the launch of Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 and Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chips.

The first major change is that the company has ditched the Snapdragon Wear branding, and the newly announced chips will be a part of the main Snapdragon branding. Although the Wear branding has been removed, the chips are still aimed at wearable devices.

The Snapdragon W5 is aimed at budget or simpler devices like smartwatches aimed at kids, or fitness trackers, the Snapdragon W5 Plus is for more premium wearable devices. The main difference between W5 and W5+ Gen 1 is that the non-Plus model doesn’t come with an AON Co-Processor.

The platform keeps the hybrid architecture that was found in the Snapdragon Wear 3100 and 4100 chips. The new chips feature a main processor that takes care of interactive tasks, and there’s also a co-processor for an always-on display to help save battery life.

The co-processor can handle tasks related to audio, health tracking features, keyword detection for digital assistants, and notifications. It can also support onboard machine learning, but it’s up to the companies to make use of it.

Another major change comes in the form of the manufacturing process for the chips. The W5 and W5+ are manufactured using a 4nm process for the main processor, a huge jump from the 12nm process for the predecessors. The co-processor is made using a 22nm process, which is also an upgrade compared to the 28nm processor in its predecessor.

In comparison, Samsung Exynos W920, which powers the Galaxy Watch 4 series, is made using a 5nm process, while the Apple S7 chip for the Watch Series 7 uses a 7nm process.

Coming to the battery life, the company says that the W5+can provide up to 50% longer battery life by taking up 30% less space than previous generations. Qualcomm has also worked closely with Google to optimize Wear OS for the new SoC.

Qualcomm has revealed that the first smartwatches powered by the Snapdragon W5 will soon be up for sale. OPPO Watch 3 is said to be the first device using this new chips and will launch next month.

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Redmi K50S, K50S Pro August launch expected as Redmi GM begins teasing Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 phone

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 20, 2022

The Redmi K50S and Redmi K50S Pro are rumored to be in the works. Yesterday, iQOO announced the iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 Pro smartphones in China. Soon after its announcement, Redmi General Manager, Lu Weibing, took to Weibo to tease Redmi’s upcoming flagship phone, which will feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip. It looks like the rumoured Redmi K50S series could come out in China as soon as next month (August).

Weibing has teased the arrival of a new K50 series phone with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip onboard. Most likely, he is teasing the release of the Redmi K50S series, which is expected to have the latest chip from Qualcomm.

An upcoming Xiaomi phone with model number 22081212C was spotted at the CMIIT certification last month. The device was approved by China’s 3C authority earlier this month. The 3C listing revealed that the device may arrive with a 120W fast charger. Rumors are rife that this device will be made official with the Redmi K50S Pro moniker in the home market.

Since the Redmi K50S Pro has already bagged 3C certification, it seems it may break cover in August. The model number of the Redmi K50S is 22071212AC. It is yet to bag any certification in China.

The K50S Pro is expected to arrive with a 120Hz OLED display, an SD8+G1 chip, 8 GB / 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. It is also tipped to debut as Xiaomi’s first 200-megapixel camera phone.

Rumors are rife that the Redmi K50S and Redmi K50S Pro will be rebranded in the global market. These devices are expected get rebadged as the Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro.

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Samsung to host Galaxy Unpacked event on August 10 to launch Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4

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Jeet

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Jul 20, 2022

Samsung has been working on its next-generation premium foldable smartphones in the form of Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4, which have been leaked several times in the past few weeks and months.

Now, the South Korean giant has officially announced the next Galaxy Unpacked event to be hosted on 10th August. Samsung will launch the next-generation flagship foldable smartphones at this launch event.

The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked will take place on 10th August at 09:00 AM EST, and the event will be live streamed on the company’s official website as well as its Youtube channel.

The teaser image shared by the company shows a clamshell foldable smartphone, which is likely to be the Galaxy Z Flip 4. On the poster, the smartphone is shown in a manner that acts as a “greater than” symbol.

The upcoming smartphones will come powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, coupled with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 1TB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Along with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, the company is also expected to launch the next-generation Galaxy Watch 5 series smartwatches at the launch event next month.

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Redmi K50i 5G priced at Rs 25,999 (~$325) appears on Amazon’s Instagram

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 20, 2022

Redmi will be unveiling the Redmi K50i 5G smartphone in India today (July 20). The event will take place at 12 pm (local time) today and will be live-streamed through Redmi India’s YouTube channel. A handful of new phones are scheduled to go on sale in India through the Amazon Prime Days 2022 sale, which will take place on July 23 and July 24 in India. It appears that the K50i 5G will also go on sale during the upcoming shopping festival on Amazon. The device is likely to carry a starting price of Rs 25,999 in the country.

A Twitter user spotted the Redmi K50i 5G ad on Amazon India’s Instagram handle. The ad, which is no longer showing on the e-commerce giant’s Instagram account, mentions that the Redmi K50i 5G will go on sale with a starting price of Rs 25,999 through the Prime Day sale. The advertisement also mentions that ICICI Bank and SBI Bank customers will be able to save 10 percent on credit/debit cards and EMI transactions.

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The Redmi K50i 5G teasers have revealed that it will arrive in three colors, such as Stealth Black, Phantom Blue, and Quick Silver. It will be equipped with an LCD panel that carries support for Dolby Vision, a 64-megapixel triple camera unit, and a Dimensity 8100 chipset. According to the company, the 67W Turbo Charge feature of the device will allow users to get a full day’s charge in just 15 minutes.

Past reports have claimed that it will be a rebranded version of China’s Redmi Note 11T Pro, which debuted in May this year. It will be equipped with a 6.67-inch LCD FHD+ 144Hz display, D8100 chip, up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5,080mAh battery with 67W charging support. It will have a 16-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit.

The company will also unveil the Redmi Buds 3 Lite TWS earbuds along with the Redmi K50i 5G.

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Galaxy S22 FE seemingly axed but Galaxy S23 FE expected in 2023

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 20, 2022

A recent report claimed that Samsung may not launch the Galaxy S22 FE (Fan Edition) this year. Now, a new report by South Korean publication The Elec claims that Samsung has stopped developing the Galaxy S22 FE. Instead of releasing the S22 FE, the company supposedly wants to sell more units of the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

According to the report, Samsung has allocated the chipsets that were supposed to be used on the Galaxy S22 FE chips to the S22 Ultra in order to increase its production. The S22 Ultra has reportedly been met with strong sales amid a chipset shortage issue. The South Korean tech giant will aim at selling more units of the S22 Ultra to boost sales and profits.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Graphite White — Samsung Galaxy S21 FE

Samsung had previously planned to produce 3 million units of the Galaxy S22 FE this year. While the S22 FE seems to have been axed, the report claims that the Galaxy S23 FE will debut next year. It even mentions that the company plans to produce 3 million units of the S23 FE.

The Galaxy S22 Ultra is Samsung’s first Galaxy S-series phone to feature a built-in stylus. The annual shipments of the Galaxy S-series have been declining for the past two years. However, the company has sold 10 million units of the S22 Ultra in the first half of 2022 and it expects to ship the same number of units in the second half of the year. The S22 Ultra is driving the sales of the S22 lineup. Hence, it appears that the company is reassigning S22 FE chips to S22 Ultra.

When Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S20 FE in 2020, it said that it would be launching FE variants every year. While the S22 FE seems to be cancelled, it appears that it will bring back the FE model next year by launching the Galaxy S23 FE.

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Realme GT 2 Pro vs Realme GT 2 Master Explorer: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Jul 19, 2022

Realme launched a brand new premium flagship in the Chinese market: the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition. It came alone, without other variants, if we exclude the various color options and memory configurations. But despite being a more recent flagship, a lot of people noticed that it has a few downgrades if compared to the previous flagship Realme GT 2 Pro. That is the reason why, even though it is fueled by a stronger processor, a lot of people are wondering which of these two devices is the real top-tier flagship from the brand and which provides the highest value for money. This comparison between the specifications of the Realme GT 2 Pro and the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition will let you find out.

Realme GT 2 Pro vs Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition

	Realme GT 2 Pro	Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	163.2 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm, 189/199 g	161.3 x 74.3 x 8.2 mm, 195 g
DISPLAY	6.7 inches, 1440 x 3216 pixels (Quad HD+), AMOLED	6.7 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, octa-core 3 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, octa-core 3.19 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 12, Realme UI	Android 12, Realme UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 50 + 50 + 3 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/3.0 32 MP f/2.4 front camera	Triple 50 + 50 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, fast charging 65W	5000 mAh, Fast Charging 100W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	5G, dual SIM	5G, dual SIM

Design

If we consider the design, these two devices are very innovative. The Paper Green and the Paper White color variants of the Realme GT 2 Pro are built with a special bio-polymer that resembles the touch and feel of the paper. You can even draw with a pencil on the back cover and erase everything with a rubber, just like you do with a piece of paper. But despite this amazing solution, the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition is even more interesting. It comes with a leather back and a metal frame reminding of a travel trunk, it sports flat borders and one of the highest screen to body ratios ever seen on a phone, with the display covering more than 90 percent of the front panel. Which one do you prefer?

Display

One of the downgrades of the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition is the display: it has an OLED panel with a diagonal of 6.7 inches, a Full HD+ resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and the HDR10+ certification, as well as an in-display fingerprint reader. The display of the Realme GT 2 Pro has the same specifications with the exception of the resolution: on this device, it is higher. We are talking about a Quad HD+ resolution providing a higher level of detail. But that is not all: the Realme GT 2 Pro adds the LTPO 2.0 technology (adaptive refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz) lowering the energy consumption and it is able to show up to one billion colors. Last but not least, the display is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus and the phone is splash resistant. Both the handsets sport stereo speakers but they have no 3.5 mm audio jack.

Specs & Software

The hardware department of the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition is actually superior to the one found on the Realme GT 2 Pro for a simple reason: the processor. It is powered by the new Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 mobile platform: a chipset built at 4 nm with an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X2 power core running at a max frequency of 3.19 GHz, three Cortex A710 cores running at 2.75 GHz, four Cortex A510 running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 730 GPU. It is actually an upgrade of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 found on the Realme GT 2 Pro, providing better CPU performance thanks to a higher clock frequency. The best memory configuration of the Realme GT 2 Pro sports 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of native storage, while the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition stops at 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. The handsets run Android 12 customized by Realme UI 3.0, they will get three years of major Android updates and four years of security patches.

Camera

The rear camera departments of these two devices are not very different. They both come with a 50 MP Sony IMX766 main camera with OIS and a 50 MP ultrawide sensor, but the third camera is different. On the Realme GT 2 Pro, you get a 3 MP microscope sensor with 40x magnification, while the Master Explorer Edition has just a 2 MP macro camera. The Pro variant wins even when it comes to the front camera, with a 32 MP sensor instead of a 16 MP one.

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

Battery

These phones come with the same battery capacity: 5000 mAh. You should expect only marginal differences in terms of battery life, but the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition is able to charge quicker thanks to 100W fast charging.

Price

The starting price of the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition in the Chinese market roughly translates into €560 or $560, while you need €699 or $699 to purchase the Realme GT 2 Pro. The Pro variant is very interesting due to its better display and front camera, but the Master Explorer Edition has a superior chipset and faster charging speeds. Which one would you pick?

Realme GT 2 Pro vs Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition: PRO and CONS

Realme GT 2 Pro

PRO

Better display
Wider availability
Microscope camera
Better front camera

CONS

Slower charging speed

Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition

PRO

Faster charging
Very interesting price
Original design
Flat borders and screen to body ratio

CONS

Inferior selfie camera

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