Elon Musk has filed a new motion last week that aims on blocking Twitter‘s attempts at a fast track trial. This trial follows after the social media platform sued the billionaire for terminating the 44 billion US Dollar deal.
The Tesla CEO’s lawyers have filed papers with the Delaware Chancery Court. These documents stated that Twitter has made an “unjustifiable request” for an expedited trial after it turned a rushed merger into a trial in just two months. For those unaware, Elon Musk pulled out of the multi billion dollar merger deal after he claimed that Twitter lied about the “spam bot” issue as well as failed to provide accurate data regarding this matter.
Following this move from Musk, the popular microblogging website filed a lawsuit claiming that Elon violated the deal for the acquisition. Thus, the social media giant is now requesting the trial to begin in September since the merger agreement is set to terminate officially on October 25. In the filing, Musk stated that “Twitter’s sudden request for warp speed after two months of foot dragging and obfuscation is its latest tactic to shroud the truth about spam accounts long enough to railroad defendants into closing.”
According to a Reutersreport, “Musk’s lawyers argued the dispute over false and spam accounts is fundamental to Twitter’s value and extremely fact- and expert-intensive.” Furthermore, they have also claimed that it would also take a long while for discovery and requested that the trial take place sometime around or after February 13 of next year.
OnePlus launched the OnePlus Nord CE 2 in February. Despite releasing in the second month of 2022, the handset debuted with OxgenOS 11 based on Android 11. Now, five months after its launch, the phone has finally received its first Android 12 public beta build.
OnePlus released the OxygenOS 12 Beta 1 based on Android 12 for the OnePlus Nord CE 2 last week. The official announcement was made via the OnePlus Community on July 14.
Any user on firmware version A.13 can try out the beta software build. Unsurprisingly, there are some bugs in this release and the brand even lists some of them. These include an abnormal display of time on AOD (Always-on Display), no location information in video details, and wireless audio issue in the app cloner version of WhatsApp.
The aforementioned bugs are just the known ones. There could be even more. Hence, proceed with caution if you are interested in installing the beta software on your daily driver smartphone.
OnePlus hasn’t revealed when the stable release will happen. At the same time, it is not known how many beta builds the device will receive.
Apart from the OnePlus Nord CE 2, OnePlus is yet to deliver the Android 12 update for OnePlus 9RT, OnePlus 7 series, and OnePlus 7T series.
The CEO of Ola, the popular ride hailing service in India, has just shared a new video teaser for the company’s upcoming electric car. This will be the first model of its kind from the brand and the teaser hints at its design.
Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal shared the teaser on his official Twitter handle. In the tweet, the senior official also said that the company’s first ever electric car will be the “sportiest car ever built in India,” which is a tall claim. Looking at the teaser video, we can tell that the new electric car from the brand will feature a sporty sedan type of design. As of right now, finer details regarding this Ola Car is still unknown.
However, it is believed to be announced sometime by the end of next year. Furthermore, the taxi service has also announced that it will be sharing more information regarding this electric vehicle next month, on August 15. Notably, this wasn’t the first time that the upcoming electric car was teased, with the previous one showcasing the close up of the car’s front from a side angle.
This teaser revealed that the car will feature continuous LED lights across the bumper along with U shaped headlights at the end. The company plans on building the EV entirely in India, with another recent official video revealing the battery cell that will power the brand’s upcoming EV models. Apart from the electric car, Ola is also expected to be working on a cheaper two wheeler model as well. So stick around for more updates regarding this matter.
The Oppo is all set to launch the Reno 8 series in India today. Unlike China, the series will only include two smartphones in India–the Oppo Reno 8 Pro and the Oppo Reno 8. Various leaks and rumors have already revealed most of the specifications of the Oppo Reno 8 series models. In a new update, the price details of the Oppo Reno 8 Pro have been leaked via a retail store listing. Let’s see how much the device will cost.
Noted tipster Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) on Twitter posted live images of a retail store listing that shows the price of the upcoming Oppo Reno 8 Pro. As per the images, the Reno 8 Pro will be priced at Rs 46,999 (roughly $589) for the 12GB of RAM + 256GB of storage variant. Judging from the price of the top-tier model, the base 8GB + 128GB variant may be priced at around Rs. 44,000 ($541).
The Oppo Reno 8 Pro is going to launch today at 6:00 PM IST. The smartphone is expected to feature a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel offering a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone will likely draw power from a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max processor paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, the Reno8 Pro 5G will run Android 12-based ColorOS 12.1 out of the box.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro
As far as the cameras are concerned, the smartphone could come with a triple camera setup on the back consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, the device may feature a 32MP sensor for selfies and video calls. The handset is likely to be fueled by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging.
James Donkey has launched its latest RS2 Hot-Swappable Gasket Mounted Mechanical Keyboard. The new keyboard is designed with a Retro theme and holds a 99-key arrangement with a giant multimedia volume knob. The mechanical keyboard which retails for $99 is now available at an early bird discounted price of $79 only.
RS2 Hot-Swappable Gasket Mounted Mechanical Keyboard is made with an FR4 glass fiber positioning plate and suspended by a gasket mount suspension on the chassis. The keyboard comes with ABS+PC material chassis along with dual-toned injection-molded PBT keycaps that are known for their durability and resistance to wear and tear. RS2 uses newly developed Gateron G Pro mechanical switches that have better optimization with self-lubricating shafts. Moreover, the switches come with a transparent cover giving your keyboard a unique look. The keyboard plate on the RS2 supports full hot-swapping so you can switch your keys with ease. And as you can use both 3-pin and 5-pin switches, the keyboard is compatible with most of the switches available in the market.
RS2 Mechanical keyboard is designed for both gamers and office workers and comes with high-quality cotton padding and shaft pads that give you soft and quiet keystrokes. With RS2 you get soft acoustics with reduced vibrations for every keystroke making it ideal to use in offices and crowded places. For pro gamers and music lovers, the keyboard comes with a multi-media knob that gives you quick and easy access to the volume. It also features a bulti-in white backlight with 17 lighting effects that make it perfect for your game night.
RS2 supports both Windows and Mac operating systems and has triple connection modes viz. Bluetooth, Wireless 2.4GHz, and Wired USB Type-C. It houses a large 3000mAh battery that gives you up to 4 weeks of battery life on a single charge. Generally retailing for $99, you can now buy the RS2 Hot-Swappable Gasket Mounted Mechanical Keyboard for a discounted price of $79 only. Please note that this is an early bird discount available only for a limited period.
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The Tecno Spark 9 has gone official in India. It is the first Spark 9-series phone to launch in the country. Here are all the details on the specifications, features, and price of the Spark 9.
Tecno Spark 9 specifications and features
The Tecno Spark 9 features a 6.6-inch LCD display with a teardrop notch. It carries support for an HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The device comes pre-installed with the Android 12 OS with the HiOS UI on top.
Tecno Spark 9
The Spark 9 is powered by the Helio G37 chipset and 6 GB of RAM. It comes equipped with 5 GB of virtual RAM, which allows the device to support up to 11 GB. It will be equipped with a 5,000mAh battery.
The rear shell of the device features a 13-megapixel dual-camera setup with LED flash. A fingerprint scanner is available on the backside of the device. For audiophiles, the device is equipped with DTS-powered speakers and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Tecno Spark 9 price in India
The Spark 9 has arrived with a price tag of Rs 9,499 (~$119) in India. The first sale of the device will be carried out on July 23 on Amazon India. On the same day, the retailer giant will carry out its Prime Day 2022 sale in India. It will be available in colors, such as Infinity Black and Sky Mirror.
The Spark 9 series also includes other devices, such as the Spark 9T and Spark 9 Pro. These devices are also expected to arrive in India. However, at present, there is no information on when these devices will make it to the country.
Nubia announced that it will be launching the Nubia Z40S Pro on the 20th of July at a launch conference at 02:00 PM Chinese time. With less than two days left in the launch, the tech market has been buzzing with inside information about the features of the brand’s flagship smartphone. Nubia released some intriguing information relating to another one of the device’s features.
The company revealed that the Z40S Pro will boast an X-axis linear motor with 1.18Grms steady-state vibration, a fully updated touch and 300+ rich vibration effects.
Nubia was undoubtedly inspired by photography with the Nubia Z40 Pro which was the first smartphone to offer a 35mm focal length, and this innovation was praised by the industry, the photography community, and users from all walks of life.
But this time the brand has decided to go beyond its previous limitations with the Nubia Z40S Pro as its performance and product aesthetics would be the highlights of the device in addition to its further advancement in humanistic photography. The Nubia Z40S Pro will establish the new standard for straight-screen flagships with ultra-thin bezels.
When it comes to optics, the Nubia Z40S Pro comes with a full-focus imaging system that includes 35mm custom optics, 2cm high-definition macro, wide-angle, humanistic, and periscope telephoto coverage, with a classic red circle lens design, 4K 120fps video recording, and 3D Lut custom filters.
In terms of display, the Nubia Z40S Pro has a 6.67-inch OLED flexible straight screen, a 144Hz refresh rate, a centered punch-hole design, a 0.95mm narrow border, and a 94.8 percent screen ratio.
Additionally, the device sports a ten-layer cold-sealing cooling system and is equipped with aerospace-grade cooling materials.
Samsung’s upcoming watch 5 series is expected to launch next month at the company’s unpacked event. Ahead of the imminent launch, the Galaxy Watch 5, and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro have been spotted on Thailand’s NBTC website. The listing did not reveal any specifications for the wearables. However, thanks to leaks and rumours, we already know most of the details about the upcoming smartwatches.
As initially spotted by tipster Mukul Sharma, the Galaxy Watch 5 certified by NBTC have a model code SM-R915F, whereas the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has SM-R925F. As usual, the certification authority doesn’t reveal any specifications for either of these smartwatches.
Previous reports have suggested that both models of the smartwatch will feature two physical buttons. The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is expected to have a more formal look and will be priced higher than the vanilla Watch 5.
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Watch 5 series on August 10 alongside the much-awaited foldable Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4. The smartwatches are likely to be available in Phantom Black, Silver, Pink Gold, and Sapphire colour options. The pricing details of the Watch 5 series have also been revealed, The series is rumoured to have a price tag of $300 for the non-LTE 40 mm Watch 5. The LTE Watch 5 Pro is said to be available for $540.
Samsung galaxy watch 5 Render
Moreover, it is reported that Samsung has ditched the fan-favourite rotating bezel and the “Classic” model this year. The company is said to have replaced the physical bezel with a digital one. Furthermore the upcoming Galaxy watches use premium materials like sapphire glass and titanium.
There are also rumours that the Watch 5 series may feature a temperature sensor and a higher-capacity battery. The South-Korean tech giant is yet to confirm any details about the upcoming watch series. We hope to see an official announcement in a few weeks.
Tomorrow (July 19), iQOO will unveil the iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 Pro smartphones in China. Ahead of the launch, iQOO has started receiving pre-orders of the iQOO 10 duo through Vivo China’s website and other retailer sites like Jingdong Mall and Suning. The retailer listing also carries the official renders of both devices.
iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 Pro official renders
iQOO 10 Pro
The iQOO 10 and 10 Pro are both equipped with a punch-hole display. The vanilla model has a flat display, while the Pro model’s screen has curved edges. The rear shell of both devices sports a dual-tone design, featuring a triple camera unit at the top.
iQOO 10, 10 Pro specifications (rumored)
The iQOO 10 is expected to arrive with a 6.78-inch AMOLED E5 FHD+ 120Hz display, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 50-megapixel (Samsung GN5) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 12-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera unit. It will come with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 8 GB / 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 256 GB / 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,700mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
iQOO 10
The iQOO 10 Pro will come with a 6.78-inch AMOLED E5 QHD+ 120Hz display, a 16-megapixel selfie snapper, and a 50-megapixel (Samsung GN5) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 14.6-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera unit. It will also feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 1TB f UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,550mAh battery with 200W fast charging.
The iQOO 10 and 10 Pro will run on Android 12 OS and OriginOS Ocean UI. The former may have an optical in-screen fingerprint scanner, whereas the latter may get an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint display. The iQOO 10 is likely to be rebranded as the iQOO 9T 5G in India.
Huawei has its own operating system named HarmonyOS that has a wide range of use cases and after two major releases, the company is now all set to launch a new version of the HarmonyOS in China.
The company has announced through its official Weibo account that the official launch of the next-generation HarmonyOS 3 will take place on 27th July.
With the new HarmonyOS 3, the company claims to being some new features to the operating system, including an experience for connections, pages, collaboration, and some other major aspects of UX.
The market share of the operating system appears to be growing as Yu Chengdon of Huawei had earlier claimed that there are more than 300 million devices running HarmonyOS, which includes 200 million devices in the ecosystem and 100 million third-party products from its partners.
Huawei released the developer beta version and opened public beta recruitment for the upcoming HarmonyOS 3 last month, which supports devices like the P50 series, the Mate 40 series, and the MatePad Pro 12.6-inch 2021 model.
In addition to this new version of the company’s self-developed operating system, Huawei is also gearing up to launch a few more products at the launch event, including the company’s first Smart TV powered by HarmonyOS 3.
Along with the Huawei Smart Screen S Pro 86, the company is also said to launch a new MateBook X Pro, flagship tablet MatePad Pro 11, and Huawei Chang Enjoy 50 Pro.
It was reported in November 2021 that Xiaomi may launch its first electric car in 2024. Now, according to a report by Sina Tech(via), Xiaomi’s founder Lei Jun will unveil the company the prototype of its first car in the next month (August).
The report claims that Jun spends almost two-thirds of his time at Xiaomi Auto headquarters monitoring the progress of the company’s first car. After its launch in August, the company will conduct a series of tests, including its first winter test. The company reportedly plans to mass produce the first Xiaomi car in 2024.
Xiaomi’s first electric car prototype will be designed by HVST Automobile Design. To those who are unaware, it is the same company that designed WM Motor’s Maven concept car. The report also states that the company is planning to hire a PR director, which indicates that it may launch a promotional campaign soon in the coming months.
In March 2021, the company officially confirmed that it would enter the electric vehicle business. It said it would initially invest $1.5 billion and then invest $10 billion over the next 10 years in its car business. In September 2021, it registered Xiaomi Auto Co., Ltd.
In November 2021, it signed an agreement, to build Xiaomi Auto headquarters and its R&D division in Yizhuang, with the Beijing Economic and Technological Development Area Management Committee. The facility, which employs more than 1,000 employees, is reportedly capable of producing 300,00 cars per year.
Xiaomi reportedly aims to launch A+ and B segment cars. The former will come with L2 autonomous driving support and will likely be priced between 150,000 and 200,000 Yuan (~$22,230 and ~$29,640). On the other hand, the latter will support L3 autonomous driving and could be priced between 200,000 Yuan and 300,000 Yuan (~$29,640 and 44,460).
Apple Inc. is known to keep track of the tech that the company considers obsolete. The list is called the “vintage” products list. This week, the new official addition to the list is the Apple TV HD which was first released in 2015. The device was deemed vintage on June 30 this year, but the public-facing list was recentlyupdated.
According to MacRumors, the tech giant released an internal memo distributed to Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers. The memo stated that the original iPad Pro and Apple TV HD with Siri will be added to the Vintage products list in the month of June. It is notable that both the products were launched in 2015.
Notably, a product becomes “vintage” after more than five years since Apple last distributed the product for sale. Vintage products were previously ineligible for service at Apple, but Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers now offer repairs for vintage products for up to an additional two years, subject to parts availability.
When the Apple TV HD was first debuted in 2015, it came with a first-generation Siri Remote that lacked a white ring around the Menu button — only those that shipped with this ring-less remote are now deemed vintage. In 2017, Apple added a white ring to the Menu button to make it more visible when holding the remote.
Apple TV HD units that came with a Siri Remote with a white ring (which is still called the first-generation Siri Remote) or the second-generation Siri Remote (silver with a circular trackpad) were not recognized as vintage.
The Apple TV HD (formerly known as the fourth-generation Apple TV) is still available for $149 through Apple. Since its debut over seven years ago, the tablet has gotten no hardware upgrades other than tweaks to the Siri Remote.
According to reports, a new Apple TV will be released later in 2022, with an A14 CPU and an additional 4GB of RAM.
At present, iQOO is teasing its upcoming flagship phone, the iQOO 9T 5G, in India. The device is rumored to go official by the end of this month. The Chinese manufacturer has already revealed the design of the white variant on its landing page, which is available on Amazon India. A recent tweet from the brand gives the first look at the black variant of the 9T.
As can be seen in the image, the top portion of the iQOO 9T 5G’s back panel has a glossy and textured appeal. It houses a camera module and the V1+ branding. The remaining back panel has a matte finish. The top portion of the phone has a microphone and another hole, which appears to be housing an IR blaster.
The bottom view of the device reveals a speaker grille, a USB Type-C port, and a SIM card slot. The left side of the phone appears to be barren, whereas its right side could be fitted with a volume rocker and a power key. The device is equipped with a metallic frame.
iQOO is yet to divulge the specifications of the phone. However, rumors surrounding the device suggest that it could be a rebranded version of the iQOO 10, which is set to launch tomorrow (July 19) in China.
Previous reports have revealed that the iQOO 9T 5G will be equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 8 GB / 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,700mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. It will house a 16-megapixel front-facing camera and a 50-megapixel Samsung GN5 triple camera unit.
Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 in August. However, ET News(via), a South Korean publication has published a report on the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 that will debut in 2023. The report has revealed the chipset, camera, and sales expectations of both devices.
The publication has learnt through industry sources that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Previous reports have revealed that the SD8G2 chip may debut as early as November this year.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 will have a triple camera unit featuring a 50-megapixel ISOCELL GN3 camera and a 12-megapixel front-facing camera. The camera details of the Z Flip 5 are not known yet.
The report also reveals that Samsung is aiming to sell over 10 million units of the Z Fold 5 and Z Flip S in the second half of 2023. It is also forecasted that it will sell 8 million units of the Z Flip 5 and 2 million units of the Z Fold 5. As far as the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 are concerned, it is speculated that Samsung is hoping to achieve a combined sales target of 15 million units.
Samsung is yet to confirm the date of its next Unpacked event. However, recent leaks have revealed that Samsung’s next launch event will be held on Aug. 10. The event will see the arrival of three devices, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the Z Flip 4, and the Galaxy Watch 5 / Watch 5 Pro. These devices are expected to go on sale by Aug. 26.
The brand has been teasing the launch of the Redmi K50i on its official social media accounts for a while, and currently, with what is available online so far, we have rounded up all the details that you should know about the Redmi K50i before its official launch.
Redmi K50i Specifications
The Redmi K50i is essentially a rebranded Poco X4 GT (that is available globally) or a rebadged Redmi Note 11T Pro (that is sold exclusively in China) which both we saw launched earlier in the year 2022.
Powering the Redmi K50i is a 5080 mAh battery cell, with support for Xiaomi’s 67W fast wired charging solution, in which the 67W charger is included with the package. It will sport a 6.6-inch FHD+ IPS LCD screen with up to 144Hz refresh rate, up to 650 nits of peak brightness, and support for Dolby Vision content.
Cameras-wise, the Redmi K50i goes the conventional route with a triple camera setup at the rear and a selfie camera housed within the top centre punch hole in front of the display. The rear camera setup consists of a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper, while the front facing camera has a high resolution 20MP camera for selfies and video calls.
Redmi K50i with headphone jack
Buyers will also be glad to hear that the Redmi K50i still retains the 3.5mm headphone jack, whilst still featuring a dual stereo speaker setup with support for Dolby Atmos. The Redmi K50i is also expected to feature great haptics as well with its linear x-axis vibration motor. The device comes equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and runs MIUI 13 based on Android 12 out of the box.
Redmi K50i Pricing, Colors and Storage Options
The Redmi K50i will be available in 3 show-stopping colour variants: Phantom Blue, Stealth Black, and Quick Silver.
Redmi Note 11T Pro series
And as for memory configurations, the device can be configured with up to 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of fast UFS 3.1 storage.
Pricing-wise, we have earlier reported on a leak that mentions that the base 6GB + 128GB variant will be priced between 24,000 INR and 28,000 INR (roughly 303 to 353 US Dollars), while the highest end 8GB + 256GB model will reportedly cost around 29,000 to 33,000 INR (roughly 367 to 417 US Dollars). The report also shared some availability details, like the Chinese tech giant partnering up with HDFC for instant discount offers for its customers.
For official pricing and availability of the Redmi K50i, stay tuned to our coverage of the July 20th launch here at Gizmochina, where we report the latest news on Chinese technology and gadgets!
Finally, the Xiaomi 12 series has an affordable variant. The Xiaomi 12 Lite made its debut just a few days ago with several improvements compared to the previous generation. Last year, Xiaomi launched the Mi 11 Lite but then it was retired from the market due to the issues faced by Qualcomm with the Snapdragon 780G mobile platform. A few months later, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE went official: NE stands for New Edition and this phone is basically the Mi 11 Lite but with a different chipset, the Snapdragon 778G. It is called 11 Lite 5G NE instead of Mi 11 Lite 5G NE because Xiaomi decided to ditch the Mi branding in the middle of last year. This is a comparison between the specifications of the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE and its successor: the Xiaomi 12 Lite. Here, you will learn the main differences between these two mid-rangers.
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
Xiaomi 12 Lite
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
160.5 x 75.7 x 6.8 mm,
158 g
159.3 x 73.7 x 7.3 mm,
173 g
DISPLAY
6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), AMOLED
Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
20 MP f/2.2 front camera
Triple 108 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY
4250 mAh, fast charging 33W
4300 mAh, Fast Charging 67W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
5G, dual SIM,IP53 certification
5G, dual SIM
Design
As already mentioned above, the Xiaomi 12 Lite is an upgrade of the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, but it can not be considered an upgrade if we talk about the design. Indeed, the older model comes with a thinner and lighter body, and it is one of the thinnest and most lightweight phones on the whole market. That is why it appears very attractive, more than the 12 Lite, even though it has a lower screen to body ratio. Further, it has the IP53 certification making it dust resistant and splash resistant. The Xiaomi 12 Lite has a higher screen to body ratio and, given that these phones feature the same display diagonal, it appears slightly more compact. But it is thicker and heavier than its internal rival. Unfortunately, these phones are not built with premium materials: they are made of polycarbonate for both the frame and the rear cover.
Display
At first glance, it seems like Xiaomi used the same display panel for these two phones. But there is an important difference: the Xiaomi 12 Lite is able to show up to 68 billion colors, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE shows one billion colors. Further, the new model has an in-display fingerprint reader, while the fingerprint scanner of the predecessor is side-mounted. Last but not least, refresh rates are different: the 11 Lite 5G NE has just 90 Hz, while the 12 Lite reaches 120 Hz. For the rest, they are pretty much the same: we are talking about AMOLED panels with a diagonal of 6.55 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, Dolby Vision support, the HDR10+ certification, and the HDR10+ certification. The displays are protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 5.
Specs & Software
The hardware department did not change from last year, with one single small exception: the micro SD slot. Xiaomi ditched it on the 12 Lite, while you get a micro SD slot on the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. For the rest, there are no differences. These phones are powered by the Snapdragon 778G mobile platform: a processor with an octa-core architecture built at 6 nm and composed of four Kryo 670 cores running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz, four Kryo 670 cores running at a frequency of 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 642L GPU. The SoC is paired with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage, but there are other configurations with 6 or 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage. Given that it is a phone released in 2021, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE runs Android 11 out of the box customized by MIUI 12.5, while the new model runs Android 12 customized by MIUI 13.
Camera
There is an upgrade even when it comes to the camera setups. The new Xiaomi 12 Lite features a 108 MP main camera, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2 MP macro camera. The main camera found on this device is better than the one found on its predecessor with its 64 MP resolution. The new device even comes with a better front camera, with a 32 MP resolution instead of just 20 MP.
Even though it remains pretty thin and lightweight, the Xiaomi 12 Lite brings a bigger battery, with a capacity of 4300 mAh. Given that the rest of the components are similar, it will surely offer a longer battery life. It even charges quicker thanks to 67W fast charging, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE stops at 33W.
Price
The Xiaomi 12 Lite will be officially available in the global market with a starting price tag of $400/€400, while you can currently find the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE for less than €300 or $300 thanks to online street prices. Now you know the differences: the Xiaomi 12 Lite brings a slightly better display, a bigger battery, and a better camera, but it loses that very thin design and the micro SD slot found on its predecessor. Which one would you pick?
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE vs Xiaomi 12 Lite: PRO and CONS
The new Casio G-Shock is an eye-catching watch with an orange design looking like a NASA spacesuit. The G-Shock draws color comparisons with NASA’s iconic orange-colored spacesuits used in various missions. Astronauts wear the suit when in ascent or entry aspects of space flights. The strategic orange color of the suits is to enhance their rescue if they are to bail out from the capsule.
The new Casio watch is inspired by the NASA suit and mimics some of the features of the real suit. It has a black dial that represents the black visor on the helmets of astronauts when they wear the spacesuit. The thin blue line on the dial also mimics the blue accents on the spacesuit. The band loop of the watch has an American flag design while the back casing has an engraved astronaut.
Casio has a history of active engagement with NASA over the years. The G-Shock is among a select collection of timepieces that NASA has approved for use in its space shuttle and aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The current model is the third NASA-branded model that Casio has released so far. An all-white model and a black+white model are the predecessors to the orange-colored G-Shock. The new Casio G-Shock is priced at $170 on a limited offer. It is the most expensive of the trio of NASA-branded G-Shock watches.
The orange G-Shock is available currently on the Casio website. Casio says it comes with advanced technical capabilities including Tough Solar Technology and Multi-Band 6 Atomic Timekeeping. The run time of the watch on a single charge is approximately 10 months of normal use and 22 months on standby.
Oppo is holding a major launch event in India this week to reveal the company’s latest electronic products for the Indian market, which include its next-generation of Oppo Reno smartphones, wireless earphones and an affordable Android tablet.
Dubbed the “OPPOverse” launch event, the launch event will be live-streamed on the Chinese tech brand’s official regional Indian YouTube channel. The live stream starts tomorrow July 18th at 6 pm New Delhi Time (GMT +5:30) / 1:30 pm London Time (GMT +1) / 8:30 am New York Time (GMT -4)
Oppo has announced that the company will be launching 3 new product lines at the “OPPOverse” launch event tomorrow. The products aforementioned are respectively the latest Oppo Reno 8 series of mid-range smartphones, the company’s shiniest and newest Oppo Enco X2 wireless ANC earbuds, and a new yet affordable Android tablet from the brand called the Oppo Pad Air.
Oppo Reno 8 Series
The Oppo Reno 8 series is expected to be the highlight of the event. The Oppo Reno 8 series is placed in the mid-range category of devices offered in the brand’s smartphone portfolio. It is the successor to the popular selling Oppo Reno 7 series launched last year.
Oppo will launch two Reno 8 models in the Indian market, the standard Oppo Reno 8, and the Oppo Reno 8 Pro. The former will launch with a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC under the hood, while the latter will feature MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MAX flagship SoC.
However, the MediaTek SoCs are not the only silicon powering the Oppo Reno 8 series. Oppo has revealed that the company’s own in-house developed Marisilicon X NPU will also be present in the Oppo Reno 8 series to bring the camera performance of these smartphones to the next level.
Both smartphones will also sport the flagship 50MP Sony IMX766 main sensor in its triple camera setup, which is the same main sensor used in the company’s flagships like the Oppo Find X5 Pro and Oppo Find X3 Pro.
The Oppo Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro will also feature a generous 4,500mAh battery cell equipped with support for 80W SuperVOOC fast wired charging. For more info about the Oppo Reno 8 series, you can head over to our roundup article here.
Oppo Enco X2 and Oppo Pad Air
Besides the Reno smartphones, Oppo will also be launching the Oppo Enco X2 and Oppo Pad Air in the Indian market tomorrow as well.
Oppo Enco X2
The Oppo Enco X2 are the company’s latest generation of TWS wireless earbuds which feature active noise cancellation, wireless charging as well as a lightweight and ergonomic design.
The Oppo Enco X2 earbuds were launched earlier in the year in China with an in-ear style construction. Compared to its predecessor, the newer Oppo Enco X2 brings some notable upgrades such as support for Bluetooth 5.2, low latency 94ms Bluetooth transmission, IP54 dust and water resistance, and noise cancellation that can filter out noises of up to 45dB.
When paired with the charging case, the battery life of these earbuds can reach up to 20 hours with ANC on or 27 hours with ANC off. Buyers will also be glad to know that the earbuds support both USB-C wired charging, and Qi Wireless Charging to top up the battery.
Oppo Pad Air
As for the Oppo Pad Air, it is the brand’s first-ever Android tablet in the Indian market. From what we have gathered so far, we know that the Oppo Pad Air will be featuring Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 680 chipset, a 10.36-inch IPS LCD screen with Full HD+ resolution along with a 7100 mAh battery.
For more info such as pricing and colour options of the aforementioned devices above, stay tuned to our coverage of the Oppo launch event tomorrow here at Gizmochina!
In April this year, Vivo unveiled the Vivo T1x in Malaysia. The company recently confirmed that it will be announcing the Vivo T1x on July 20 in India. According to a report by the India Tech Today, the Indian T1x will be different from its Malaysian edition.
The official teaser of the Vivo T1x shows that it has a dual-camera setup on its back, whereas its Malaysian variant has triple rear cameras. The other details about the Indian model were revealed by the publication, which said that tipster Yogesh Brar was the source.
Vivo T1x launch poster
Vivo T1x specifications (Indian edition – rumored)
The Vivo T1x will arrive with a 6.58-inch IPS LCD panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The device will have an 8-megapixel camera for shooting selfies, and its back panel will feature a 50-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel auxiliary lens.
The Snapdragon 680 chipset powered device will arrive with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage. It remains to be seen whether the company will announce more variants at the launch.
The Vivo T1x will have a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. It will come preloaded with Android 12 OS and FunTouch OS 12 UI.
These specifications suggest that the Vivo T1x will be positioned lower than the Vivo T1 44W, which features an AMOLED display, Snapdragon 680 chipset, 50-megapixel triple rear cameras, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 44W charging support.
The T1 44W has a starting price of Rs 14,499 (~$188). Hence, it appears that the T1x could be priced around Rs 13,000 (~$163) in the country. The T1x will be sold alongside other T-series models, such as the T1 44W, T1 5G, and T1 Pro 5G.
A few months ago, OPPO unveiled the OPPO K10 5G and the OPPO K10 Pro 5G in China. According to Chinese tipster, Panda is Bald, OPPO is planning to launch a K-series phone called the OPPO K10 Vitality Edition. He has also tipped some of the specifications of the device.
The OPPO K10 Vitality Edition will be powered by the Snapdragon 778G chipset, according to the tip. The device will arrive with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It will pack a 5,000mAh battery. Apart from these details, there is no information available on the other specs of the device. Hopefully, newer reports will reveal more details about the smartphone in the coming days.
Oppo K10 5G
In related news, an OPPO phone with model number PGGM10 was certified by the TENAA authority of China in May. This device is likely to debut as a K-series phone called the OPPO K10x. The specifications of the device suggest that it could be a rebranded version of China’s Realme V25 5G.
The OPPO K10x will feature a 6.59-inch LCD display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. It will be powered by a 2.2GHz octa-core processor, which will carry support for 5G connectivity. It seems that the device will be powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset. It will draw power from a 4,880mAh (rated value) battery. The K10x is expected to carry support for fast charging.
The K10x will be equipped with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. It will have a 16-megapixel camera and a 64-megapixel main camera, along with a pair of 2-megapixel cameras.
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