Samsung is gearing up to launch its next generation of foldable smartphones later this year. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4 are expected to debut around August 10. Ahead of the launch, the devices have started appearing on certification sites.
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Now, a new leak from reliable tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks) has revealed the storage variants and color options of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4. According to the tipster, the smartphone will be available in three storage options, while there will be a total of four color options for the device.
The base model of the device will have 128GB of memory while the other two models will pack 256GB and 512GB of storage. The tipster does not reveal any information regarding the RAM configurations, but previous reports have stated that the device will be available with up to 12GB of RAM.
Coming to the color options, the screenshot shared by the tipster reveals that the Beige, Grey-Green, and Phantom Black color options will be available across all configurations, while the Burgundy Red color will be offered with the 256GB and 512GB storage variants only.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 specs (rumored)
So far, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is said to feature a 7.6-inch QXGA+ AMOLED inner panel and a 6.2-inch HD+ AMOLED panel for the outer screen. Both the outside and inside displays will offer a 120Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, the device will be powered by the latest and greatest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Memory and storage configurations are expected to range from 8GB + 128GB to 16GB + 512GB. The smartphone is expected to feature a 4,400mAh capacity battery with 25W fast charging and operate on Android 12-based One UI.
As for the camera, the device is expected to bring a triple camera setup on the back. It will likely consist of a 50-megapixel primary sensor paired with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide unit and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x zoom. The inner screen camera will be a 16-megapixel under-display unit, and on the front, the device will have a 10-megapixel snapper.
In addition to the Phone (1), Carl Pei’s Nothing has also released some accessories for the phone. The accessories include a 45W charger, a clear case, and a tempered glass screen protector for the Indian market. These accessories, according to the manufacturer, are designed excellently.
The 45W charger is a device that is sold separately from the phone. The phone itself supports a maximum of 33W charging, the charger offers greater power. The 3A superfast charging with PD 3.0 is supported as well as USB-C charging. The new Nothing 45W charger is compatible with QC and PPS-enabled devices for quick charging. This means you can charge a compatible laptop using this charger.
The clear case is made from polycarbonate which is both flexible and durable. It is a lightweight material and the case supports wireless charging of the Phone (1). The charger is made specifically for the Phone (1) and aligns with the phone’s Glyph Interface. The case comes in two options – clear and black.
The tempered glass protector is scratch and drop-resistant. It will minimize fingerprints on the screen and a dust-free cleaning cloth is added to the device when purchased. The products are available in India via Flipkart. The Charger and the phone case are each sold for Rs. 1,499 (~$19) while the Nothing Tempered Glass Protector is priced at Rs. 999 (~$15). The Nothing Phone (1) has an impressive specs sheet and these accessories further accentuate the product.
BMAX is giving a huge discount on the B3 Plus Mini Computer. The Mini PC which generally retails for $259.99 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $199.99 only on Amazon US. Please note that this discount is available as a $60-page clip-on coupon that needs to be redeemed while checking out.
BMAX B3 Plus MINI PC is one of the best ways to carry a powerful computer in your pocket. The mini PC is designed to be highly portable and saves space in your luggage or tabletop. This powerful PC with a small form factor gives you a desktop experience at your fingertips. If you are a travel enthusiast who lives from his luggage or someone who simply wishes to save space but do not want to compromise on power and usage, then try the BMAX B3 Plus Mini PC.
11th Gen Jasper Lake N5095 processor(4Core/4Threads, up to 2.9GHz,4MB L3 Cache)
10nm advanced technology and 35% higher performance
11th generation Intel UHD graphics, 750Mhz
Supports triple screen 4K 60Hz display
8GB DDR4 RAM (expandable up to 16GB) + 256GB SSD (expandable up to 1TB)
Multiple ports
Output : HDMI x 2 / Type-C
USB Ports x 4
1000Mbps Ethernet x 2
2.4GHz / 5GHz Dual Band Wi-Fi
Built-in 2.5” Hard Drive bay
MicroSD card reader
M.2 SSD slot
VESA mount capable
Generally retailing for $259.99 you can ow buy the BMAX B3 Plus mini Computer for a discounted price of $199.99only on Amazon US. Please note that this is a limited-time offer. So place your order before the deal expires.
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Samsung is preparing to launch its next generation of foldable smartphones soon. These devices will likely be dubbed the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4.
Earlier this week, the Galaxy Fold 4 made an appearance on FCC certification. Now, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 has cleared the FCC standards. So, let’s take a look at the information revealed by the certification.
According to the FCC document, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 has the SM-F721U model number. It features Qualcomm Gen2 smart transmit and comes with 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G network support.
The listing also confirms support for Wi-Fi 802.11a/n/ac/ax, 5G (both sub-6GHz and mmWave), and wireless charging. Other than that, the device will also have GNSS and NFC. Unfortunately, the certification documents don’t reveal anything else about the smartphone. However, previous leaks have given us an idea of what to expect from the Flip 4.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 specs (rumored)
So far, rumors suggest that the Galaxy Z Flip 4 will have a 6.7-inch Full HD+ sAMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. The outer display on the other hand is said to have a 2.1-inch sAMOLED panel.
An earlier Geekbench listing has confirmed that the device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and will come with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
For optics, the device will likely have a dual camera setup on the back consisting of a 12-megapixel primary camera and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera. Up front, the smartphone will have a 10-megapixel sensor for selfies and video calls.
Lastly, the phone will be getting upgrades in the battery and charging departments. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is said to feature a 3,700mAh battery with 25W fast charging. This is a sizable increment compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 which has a 3,300mAh battery paired with 15W fast charging.
The OnePlus Nord 2T went official in Europe in late May. It made its debut in India around early July. The smartphone is marketed as an upgraded version of the OnePlus Nord 2, which was released in July 2021.
On paper, the OnePlus Nord 2T arrives with a new chipset, faster-charging speed support, and a revamped design. But most other features remain the same as its predecessor.
Further, it is the only OnePlus-branded phone in its price segment, as the brand has stopped selling the older OnePlus Nord 2. So the question arises whether this handset is worth buying in 2022 despite coming with minor upgrades.
I try my best to explain whether you should invest in this device in my review.
OnePlus Nord 2T Review
Disclosure:
This review is based on my first-hand experience with a OnePlus Nord 2T (8GB + 128GB) loaned by OnePlus India. The opinions stated here are mine alone and the brand did not have any editorial input or early look.
Since the OnePlus Nord 2T is in the market for months, I have tried my best to share my thoughts on its as simple as possible. The review is divided into two parts: Pros and Cons. I am calling them ‘The Good’ and ‘The Not So Good.’
The aforementioned two sections will be followed by ‘Conclusion’, which will include my closing thoughts.
Now that’s out of the way, let’s delve into the review.
OnePlus Nord 2T: The Good
The design and the in-hand feel of the OnePlus Nord 2T are way better than what’s seen in the official renders. I have the Jade Fog color variant, which has a glossy rear finish. Whereas, the Gray Shadow version has a matte texture on its back. Either way, the plastic frame is glossy on both variants, which will wear out soon if the smartphone is used without a case.
The camera placement looks odd in renders, but I don’t mind it in real life. Most likely, you will also feel the same.
Thanks to 8.2mm thickness and the curved rear glass panel, the device is comfortable to wield, though it feels slightly heavy at 190g. The alert slider is quite useful to switch sound profiles instantly, however, it is placed too high for my tiny hands.
The handset flaunts a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution (2400 x 1080 pixels) and a 90Hz refresh rate. The screen is comparatively smaller and more compact than on most phones these days due to its size and 20:9 aspect ratio.
By default, the smartphone comes with ‘Vibrant’ color profile, which offers boosted saturation. However, you can switch to the ‘Natural’ profile to get almost accurate colors.
All in all, it’s a good screen with ample brightness to view under direct sunlight. 90Hz refresh rate is enough for most users but if you are used to 120Hz refresh rate like me, then you may find it slower.
As far as content streaming is concerned, you get 1080p (FHD) support on leading platforms, including Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar to name a few. There’s also support for HDR streaming on YouTube.
Generally, the device feels smooth while using regular day-to-day apps spread across categories like social media, tools, banking, and others. That’s because it is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.
Though the chipset sounds newer than the Dimensity 1200 chip present inside the OnePlus Nord 2, it is actually the same but with some tweaks relating to gaming (more on that later). Overall, it’s a good system-on-chip for regular usage.
Talking about cameras, the Nord 2T has got the exact same optical sensors as the Nord 2. You get an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, a 2MP monochrome sensor, and a 32MP front-facing unit.
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The images from the primary camera come out very well if you click them properly. You need to manually lower the exposure slider to get good shots. Else, you end up with pictures with overblown highlights.
The images are sharp with a wider dynamic range. But at times, the HDR processing could be too aggressive, a trend that is common on Oplus group phones.
The main camera is a joy to use in low-light situations, unlike on most mid-rangers. The sensor is big enough to let more light in. Night Mode further helps in difficult scenarios.
The ultra-wide camera is average, just like on most handsets. There’s a color inconsistency between it and the primary camera. Though it only performs well in good lighting conditions, you have support for Night Mode.
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Photos from the front camera are also good for the price. But the skin tones are much better in the pictures from the main camera.
Finally, there’s support for up to 4K 30fps video recording on the primary camera, but stabilization is better in 1080p recording. The ultra-wide and front-facing cameras are limited to 1080p 30fps recording.
Other good things about the OnePlus Nord 2T include haptics, loud stereo speakers, and great connectivity.
OnePlus Nord 2T: The Not So Good
The software experience on the OnePlus Nord 2T is unpleasant. It runs OxygenOS 12.1 based on Android 12, which is nothing but a tweaked version of Oppo’s ColorOS 12.1.
I personally consider ColorOS to be one of the best Android skins on the market right now. But unfortunately, OnePlus’ optimizations and changes have ruined the experience on the OnePlus Nord 2T.
I am facing weird bugs on a modern smartphone, like delayed notifications and no notifications on the lock screen. Although the first issue got fixed automatically, I couldn’t find a solution for the latter.
A quick Google search led me to multiple posts on OnePlus forums complaining about this bug. It appears the ‘no notifications on lock screen’ problem is a common issue among most OnePlus smartphones. But I did not face it on the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite, which I reviewed prior to this device.
There are UI inconsistencies throughout the software, and the swipe-down gesture from the top right side to access OnePlus Shelf is annoying due to accidental triggers.
Then, there are limited AOD styles as compared to stock ColorOS and the feature itself is poorly optimized. Unlike on Samsung’s One UI, you cannot control brightness, and it is too bright.
Initially, when I started using the phone, the battery was draining a lot with AOD turned on. Thankfully, that got fixed with a software update.
But I am still skeptical about the battery life. Though I could get a day’s worth of endurance now, there’s no guarantee whether the next software update will keep it this way.
The handset comes with support for 80W fast wired charging, and the required charger is included in the box. However, in my experience, I found negligible speed improvement from 65W charging. The device takes around 36 minutes to reach 100% from 10%.
Talking about the elephant in the room, the performance of the smartphone throttles a lot for unknown reasons. But it is worth noting that you won’t face this in regular usage.
The throttling issue persists during gaming and other resource-hungry tasks like rendering. In fact, the handset struggles to play 4K 60fps videos on YouTube. Hence, users looking to play competitive and high-end titles should look for other options.
Generally, OnePlus is associated with good performance. But with the extended portfolio of handsets with mid and low-grade chipsets and poor optimizations, consumers should have low expectations from its cheaper models.
Conclusion
The pros of OnePlus Nord 2T clearly outweigh its cons. But a smartphone with notification issues in 2022 is dumb. I hope the brand fixes it soon enough.
As far as the whole software experience is concerned, I don’t think there will be a solution in the near future unless OnePlus fully embraces ColorOS in international markets as it does in its home market China.
Also, I am not sure if the 80W fast charging could be optimized further. Because, in order to maintain battery health, usually brands limit the charging speed via software updates as the devices get older. So it may get worse in the future, but the chances of getting better are low.
There are multiple smartphones that cost around ₹30,000 in India. But only one of them bears OnePlus branding — OnePlus Nord 2T. So if you are strictly looking for a OnePlus smartphone in this price range and don’t play heavy games, I don’t mind recommending it.
Xiaomi India has hit a new milestone in the television segment. The company has sold 8 million smart TVs across online and offline channels in the country in more than four years. The Chinese brand launched its first-ever Mi TV in India back in February 2018.
The love from our Xiaomi fans has again helped us claim the #1 Smart TV Brand.
Another accolade to make the celebrations merrier….
Xiaomi has delivered entertainment to 8 mn + households in India with the smartest TVs from the house of Xiaomi. pic.twitter.com/hgjHDGJZVA
Xiaomi offers smart televisions under its own as well as Redmi branding. The company also offers TVs in various price segments including budget, mid-range, and premium ranges in the Indian market. The televisions come with impressive specifications. Both Xiaomi and Redmi TVs are powered by PatchWall UI which is specifically designed for Indian consumers. It offers 30+ international and Indian content partners along with content from 15+ languages. All this helped Xiaomi to capture a significant household base that has now led them to the 8 million mark.
On the achievement of the 8 million milestone, Xiaomi India Chief Business Officer Raghu Reddy said “The smart TV category has grown over the last four years, and we are proud to have played a pivotal role in driving Smart TV adoption in India. We are extremely humbled by the response we have received from our consumers across India so far. We have developed a deep connect with our consumers over the years and that has helped us push our limits of innovation and strengthen our commitment by catering to their needs.
In other news, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Smart Home Device Tracker, May 2022, Xiaomi claimed the title of the number #1 smart TV brand in India in Q1, 2022.
Realme Watch 3 is set to launch in India soon. The brand has put up a microsite of the upcoming offering on its official website as well as on the e-commerce platform Flipkart. Additionally, Realme TechLife’s Twitter handle also gives us a glimpse at the Watch 3. The wearable device is expected to debut alongside the Realme Pad X which is also confirmed
The Realme Watch 3 will arrive as the successor to the Realme Watch 2 that debuted in July last year. As per the microsite, the upcoming offering will pack a larger display and screen-to-body ratio compared to its predecessor. To jog your memory, the Watch 2 has a 1.4-inch screen. The tweet shared by the brand also shows the smartwatch with curved edges and a silicone strap. There is a physical button on the right side for navigating the menu.
Additionally, the microsite reveals that the Realme Watch 3 has a small cutout besides the physical button confirming the presence of Bluetooth calling on the device. Users can dial and pick-up incoming calls directly from their wrists with the help of a connected smartphone. Lastly, the smartwatch will come with support for Football exercise mode.
The Realme Watch 2 debuted on July 23rd last year. It was accompanied by Realme Watch 2 Pro. At the moment we don’t know if the Watch 3 Pro will also tag along with the regular variant. We will know more details in the coming days.
A couple of months back, Realme launched the Realme Pad X in China. The tablet was also rumored to launch in India around mid-June, however, the launch was reportedly delayed. Now, the brand has finally started teasing the product hinting at an imminent Indian debut.
The company has a teaser up for the Realme Pad X on its website. The same teaser is also up on a microsite on Flipkart. It reveals that the device will have 5G connectivity and also teases its stylus support. However, it is currently unclear if the brand will bundle the stylus with the tablet or sell it separately.
The exact Indian launch date of the tablet is yet to be revealed, however, we expect it to launch later this month. For now, let’s take a look at the specs and features of the upcoming tablet.
Realme Pad X Specifications
The Pad X has an 11-inch display with 2K resolution and 16.7 million colors. Its LCD panel has 450nits of peak brightness, DC dimming, and a TÜV Rheinland-certified hardware-level blue light filter.
Under the hood, the tablet houses the Snapdragon 695 SoC which is an entry-level 5G chipset. In China, it is available with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It boots Realme UI 3.0 for Pad based on Android 12 and offers software features, such as PC Connect, split-view, and Apple’s center stage-like functionality on the front camera.
The tablet has a large 8,340mAh battery and supports 33W fast charging support. Other than that, It houses quad speakers with support for Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio. For optics, it arrives with a 13MP rear camera and a 105° front-facing front camera.
The optional stylus offers 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity and charges magnetically on the side of the device.
Lenovo unveiled its newest, stunningly designed Legion laptops at the “Experience Smarter” event in India today. The Legion 5i, Legion 5i Pro, and Legion Slim 7i are the laptops that Lenovo recently introduced.
All laptops from Lenovo have 12th generation Intel Core CPUs, better graphics, and longer battery lives as part of the company’s Smarter Innovation for Customers initiative.
The Legion 5i, Legion 5i Pro, and Legion Slim 7i each run on Windows 11 and have Microsoft Office Home and Student 2021 out of the box
The Lenovo Legion 5i and 5i Pro have a modern appearance, and they feature an 80Wh battery that charges up to 80% with the supplied charger in roughly 30 minutes. To ensure a seamless playing experience, the AI engine 2.0 analyses the game independently, enhances system performance and increases FPS by 20%.
Lenovo LUS (Lenovo Legion Ultimate Help) provides round-the-clock technical support through phone, email, and chat with a team of highly skilled and knowledgeable experts who will optimize settings, tuning, hardware, and software. Gaming-specific hubs provide knowledge and experience. The Lenovo Legion Arena app can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store worldwide.
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
The Lenovo Legion 7i Slim was the standout device from the launch. It is a lightweight gaming laptop that weighs just under 2 KG, as the name would imply. The laptop’s hardware includes an Intel Core i9-12900H processor and an optional RTX 3070 Ti laptop GPU.
Price and availability
The Lenovo Legion 5i, Legion 5i Pro, and Legion Slim 7i will each cost INR 1,44,990, INR 1,64,990, and INR 1,50,990.
All laptops will be available for pre-order via Lenovo.com and Lenovo Exclusive shops beginning July 13. The laptops will be available for purchase on Prime Day, July 23, 2022, through all online and retail channels, including Amazon India.
Yesterday, Nothing debuted the Nothing Phone (1) in the global market, revealing all of its specifications, features, and pricing in the UK. Now, the Indian pricing of the device has officially been revealed.
Nothing Phone (1) Indian pricing
The Nothing Phone (1) is available for pre-order on Flipkart. It has a starting price of ₹31,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model while the 8GB + 256GB model is priced at ₹34,999. The top-spec model with 12GB RAM and 256GB memory has a price tag of ₹37,999.
It is worth mentioning that the device does not ship with a charger in the box. So, customers will have to shell out an extra ₹1,499 to access the 33W fast charging speed of the Nothing Phone (1).
Nothing Phone (1) specs & features
The Nothing phone 1 has a 6.55-inch OLED Full HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 500 nits typical brightness, and 1,200 nits peak brightness. The panel supports 10-bit color and HDR10+. It features an in-display fingerprint sensor and has Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the front and back of the device.
Under the hood, the device has a Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It has a 4,500mAh battery that features 33W fast charging support. The device also has the Nothing OS, which is close to a stock Android 12 experience.
For optics, the device features a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor with OIS & EIS. It also has a 16-megapixel Samsung JN1 ultra-wide sensor with 114 degrees field of view. The selfie camera has a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor.
Last week, Vivo was under the radar of Indian authorities for alleged money laundering and tax evasion. Now its sibling Oppo is accused of the same. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) investigated Chinese Phone manufacturer Oppo to find out customs duty evasion of nearly ₹4389 crores.
DRI conducted searches at Oppo India’s office premises and the residences of its leading management employees during the course of the investigation, which resulted in the recovery of incriminating evidence indicating willful misdeclaration in the description of certain items imported by Oppo India for use in the manufacture of mobile phones.
Oppo India seems to be in trouble, however, it’s not alone. Last week, the Enforcement Directorate (ED)–India’s financial watchdog–conducted raids against Vivo and related firms at more than 40 places across India under a money-laundering investigation. The ED claimed that Vivo India “remitted” almost 50 percent of its turnover to China in order to avoid taxes.
“During an investigation pertaining to M/s Oppo Mobiles India Private Limited (hereinafter referred to as Oppo India), a subsidiary company of Guangdong Oppo Mobile Telecommunications Corporation Ltd, China (hereinafter referred to as Oppo China), the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has detected customs duty evasion of around Rs 4,389 crore,” the finance ministry said in a statement on Wednesday.
As per the Finance Ministry, the investigation also revealed that Oppo India made various provisions for the payment of ‘royalty’ and ‘licensing fee’ to numerous global firms in exchange for the use of proprietary technology/brand/IPR license, etc.
“The said ‘Royalty’ and ‘Licence Fees’ paid by Oppo India were not being added in the transaction value of the goods imported by them, in violation of Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962, read with Rule 10 of the Customs Valuation (Determination of Value of Imported Goods) Rules 2007. The alleged duty evasion by M/s Oppo India on this account is Rs. 1,408 crores,” said the statement.
A Show Cause Notice has also been issued to Oppo India asking the Customs duty worth Rs. 4,389 crores. The Notice also suggests fines against Oppo India, its workers, and Oppo China in accordance with the requirements of the Customs Act of 1962.
Twitter has filed a lawsuit against Tesla CEO Elon Musk. This news follows after the billionaire pulled out from the 44 billion US Dollars deal to acquire the social media giant.
The microblogging platform had previously threatened to sue if the deal falls through, and now, a lawsuit has been filed against Elon Musk. For those unaware, Musk pulled out of the massive 44 billion US Dollar deal after Twitter failed to provide information on the bogus accounts. Following this news, Twitter’s shares took a hit and were down by 7 percent in extended trading. Thus, the company is suing Musk for disrupting its operations and destroying stockholder value.
According to Musk, the company had failed to comply with its contractual agreements since it failed to provide relevant business information related to spam account data. On the other hand, Twitter chairman Bret Taylor stated that the company’s board was “committed to closing the transaction” and planned to pursue legal action against Elon Musk to enforce the agreement.
Musk had planned to purchase the microblogging website for 54.20 US Dollars per share, which the social media platform had accepted. This translated to a 44 billion US Dollar deal. Although, Elon Musk and the company could settle and call off the purchase if the former pays a 1 billion US Dollar fine, which the latter accepts. This is all the information we have as of right now, so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.
Nubia Z40S Pro is all set to go official on July 20 in China. It will be an enhanced version of the Z40 Pro, which debuted in the first half of this year. Ahead of the launch, the company is busy confirming the key features of the Z40S Pro. The Chinese manufacturer has now confirmed the key details of its cameras.
Teasers shared by Nubia and leaked details released by Digital Chat Station reveal that the Z40S Pro’s rear camera setup will have been an OIS-enabled 35mm custom-made primary camera, which appears to be the Sony IMX787 64-megapixel main camera. It will be coupled with a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, which can also double up as a macro shooter, an OIS-assisted 125mm periscope telephoto camera, and a ring flash.
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The Nubia Z40S Pro is equipped with a physical sliding key. It can be used to directly access the photography interface to start shooting photos or videos. One of the major highlights of the Z40S Pro is that it will be arriving with a flat display with ultra-thin bezels.
The Nubia Z40S Pro will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 mobile platform. The company is also expected to release an anime-based special-edition version of the Z40S Pro.
Nubia Z40 Pro specifications
The Nubia Z40 Pro has a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 144Hz. It is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to1 TB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 66W rapid charging support.
The Z40 Pro’s rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel primary camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and an 8-megapixel periscope telephoto. It has a 16-megapixel front camera. The device boots to the Android 12 operating system, with MyOS 12 on top.
Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi 12S Ultra last week, making it the best flagship from the brand. The phone features exceptional hardware and comes with a brand-new partnership with the German photography giant, Leica. We have already seen how interesting the 12S Ultra is in real life, but today, let’s take a quick look at how it fares in comparison with Vivo’s biggest flagship of the year, the Vivo X80 Pro.
Dual SIM slot, 5G, water resistant (IP68), reverse wireless charging
Design
Both, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Vivo X80 Pro, are large phones with an equally large camera setup. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes in an eco-friendly leather option in green and black shades, while the Vivo X80 Pro features a glass back in black, blue, and orange color options.
Note that while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, like its predecessors, the Vivo model features Schott Xensation Up protective glass on the back. That said, from our experience, both are pretty good at protecting your phone from scratches.
As mentioned above, both phones have large camera modules. While Xiaomi features a circular camera housing, the Vivo model comes with a rectangular camera housing, similar to what we’ve seen on previous Vivo flagships.
Both the phones come with stereo speakers, but no MicroSD slot or 3.5mm headphone jack.
Display
Both the phones have competent flagship-level displays.
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes with a 6.73-inch AMOLED panel with Quad HD+ resolution (1440 x 3200p), 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10+ certification, and Dolby Vision. The screen is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus.
On the other hand, the Vivo X80 Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and 1500 nits peak brightness. Unlike other models featuring Corning glass, the Vivo model comes with a Schott Xensation Up protective glass.
Specs & Software
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes with the latest Snapdragon 8+ gen 1 processor, bringing in better performance and significantly better efficiency too. On the other hand, the Vivo X80 Pro comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip that was announced several months back. In terms of performance, this gives the Xiaomi model an edge over the Vivo flagship.
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB of storage. The Vivo model matches the same memory configuration. Both use the UFS 3.1 storage standard.
Finally, for software, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra runs on MIUI 13 based on Android 13 while Vivo X80 Pro comes with FunTouchOS 12 based on Android 12.
Camera
Given that these two models are premium flagships from their respective brands, they feature powerful cameras. Xiaomi has partnered with Leica for the 12S Ultra, while Vivo has tied up with the lens maker Zeiss for its camera setup.
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes with a 50.3MP main camera with OIS and f/1.9 aperture. This is paired with three other sensors – a 48MP periscope 5x zoom camera, a 48MP ultra-wide camera, and a 3D ToF sensor for depth. On the front, it features a powerful 32MP shooter.
On the other hand, the Vivo X80 Pro features a 50MP primary shooter, 8MP periscope camera with 5x optical zoom, another 12MP telephoto shooter with 2x optical zoom, and a 48MP 114˚ ultra-wide shooter. Much like the 12S Ultra, the Vivo X80 Pro features a 32MP selfie camera.
We’ve seen how the Xiaomi 12S Ultra cameras are pretty impressive this time. But the Vivo X80 Pro is no slouch either, so end of the day, it will be a matter of personal preference as to which one you think has the best camera.
Battery
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra comes with a large 5000mAh battery with fast 67W wired and 50W wireless charging. The Vivo X80 Pro features a 4700mAh battery with an even faster charging at 80W. Similar to the Xiaomi model, the Vivo flagship comes with 50W wireless charging support. Both phones feature reverse wireless charging.
Price
You can currently find the Xiaomi 12S Ultra for about $1200/€1170, while the Vivo X80 Pro is available for around $900/₹79,999 online. Being an older model, the Vivo X80 Pro has the price advantage, but if you want the best of the 2022 flagship, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra could be a better bet, especially because of its new-gen chipset.
Sony might soon be bringing customizability options for its PlayStation 5 consoles in India. The company offers official faceplates in multiple colors, but these are typically not available for purchase in India. However, this might be changing soon.
For those unaware, the colorful faceplates let users customize their PS5 gaming console in color options apart from the standard White. So, one can choose black, pink, purple, maroon, or even blue plate options as well. Now, according to a tweet from Is PS5 Out in India?, the Japanese tech giant has imported a really small number of PS5 faceplate units to India. Furthermore, these are expected to go on sale soon in the country.
Although looking at the low inventory, these will likely go out of stock in mere minutes after their launch. This would be similar to the PS5 consoles in the Indian market, which are restocked every month in limited numbers and are sold out almost immediately. As per industry insider Rishi Alwani, the claims for the PlayStation 5 faceplates are true and it might cost prospective buyers around 3,999 INR (roughly 50 US Dollars) in India.
We can expect the brand to list these new faceplates at ShopAtSC and could likely be released alongside the next PS5 restock. As of right now, it appears that Sony is planning on bringing more PS5 stocks to India while also bringing in more PlayStation accessories to the region as well. There have also been images surfacing of PS5 models in local stores in the country, so we can expect PS5 stocks to hit additional local stores soon.
iQOO 10 series is set to launch on 19 July. The highlight of the series is going to be the iQOO 10 Pro which is confirmed to be equipped with particularly extreme 200W fast charging. However, ahead of the official launch, a noted tipster has leaked the key specification of the smartphone. The smartphone is said to flaunt an AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a special chip to improve the imaging capabilities of the smartphone.
Tipster Yogesh Brar took to Twitter to reveal the specifications of the upcoming IQOO 10 Pro. As per the tipster, the device will flaunt an E5 AMOLED, LTPO display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is tipped to be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. The SoC comes as no surprise because the majority of the vendors are now using the new Qualcomm chipset in their premium devices.
iQOO 10 series
Moreover, the smartphone is expected to come with a V1+ chip, which is said to be a dedicated chip to boost the imaging performance of the smartphone. It is kind of similar to Oppo’s Marisilicon X. V1+ chip was used in Vivo’s X80 series.
The IQOO smartphone is also claimed to be equipped with a 50-megapixel GN5 main camera accompanied by 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 16-megapixel telephoto lens on the back. While on the front, it could have a 16-megapixel sensor for selfies and video calls.
It is already known that the smartphone will boast absolutely crazy 200W fast charging capability. The phone will likely charge up to 100% in under 10 minutes. The handset is also said to have 50W wireless charging. The battery on the device is expected to be 4500mAh, which is more than enough because it can be charged in no time. The IQOO 10 Pro will run Android 12 with FuntouchOS or OriginOS on top.
BYD has launched the ATTO 3 SUV in Singapore. As BYD introduces the ATTO 3 , its most powerful mainstream EV to date, the local EV market is continuing to pick up steam in the country.
Since entering the Singaporean market about ten years ago, the company has effectively introduced new EVs, including taxis, tour buses, city buses, trucks, forklifts, and urban commodities logistics vehicles, to the nation. The company will provide cleaner models for the local market as it eventually expands across Southeast Asia.
It’s a strong competitor to vehicles like the MG HS plug-in hybrid and Hyundai Kona Electric. The ATTO 3 is the moniker given to the BYD Yuan Plus in foreign markets. The lowest time unit in physics, the “attosecond,” is the source of inspiration for ATTO. The four key benefits of this new product, which was created for high-performance automobiles, are beauty, intelligence, efficiency, and safety.
BYD ATTO 3
The new model follows BYD’s Dragon Face 3.0 design language with a sporty-themed interior design that is specifically created for youthful clients, under the direction of BYD’s lead designer Wolfgang Egger. The new vehicle is 4455/1875/1615mm in size and has a wheelbase of 2720mm. The car has a basic 150kW motor that allows it to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds. The EV has a range of 480 KMs on a single charge.
BYD has sold approximately 600,000 new energy passenger cars, according to Liu Xueliang, general manager of the Asia Pacific Auto Sales Division.
Price
When you trade-in your previous automobile, you can get the BYD ATTO 3 for S$178,888 with COE.
While the Oppo Reno 8 series was first announced in China back in May 2022, the smartphone is just now making its way to the Indian market. But prior to its release, the hands on images of the Indian variant of the Reno 8 5G has been leaked, which showcases the design of the device in all its glory.
The hands on images were shared by known tipster Mukul Sharma, who posted the images on Twitter. Looking at the tweet, we can see multiple images of the upcoming Reno 8 5G model from the front, back, and even the side. This reveals the complete design of the handset, with the front featuring a punch hole selfie camera on the top left corner while the rear houses a triple camera setup on a large island module.
The Reno 8 5G model seen in the hands on images is the black color variant. Talking about the smartphone itself, the base model of the series is confirmed to be equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC that will arrive with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. As per a previous leak, the device will be offered in India in two color options, namely Shimmer Gold and Shimmer Black.
The handset sports a 6.43 inch AMOLED display that features FHD+ resolution. Meanwhile, the rear features a triple camera setup that consists of a 50 megapixel primary sensor, 8 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 2 megapixel macro shooter. The device will be powered by a 4,500mAh battery pack that supports 80W fast charging. Oppo’s Reno 8 series is set to be unveiled in India on 18th July 2022, so stick around for more as we will be covering the launch event.
Tomorrow (July 14), Samsung will announce the Galaxy M13 5G and Galaxy M13 4G in India. Ahead of the launch, TechYorkerhas tipped the pricing of both devices. The report has also revealed the configurations and color options of both models.
Samsung launched the Galaxy M13 4G in the global market in May. However, it hasn’t launched its 5G edition yet. On July 14, both devices will be announced together in India.
Samsung Galaxy M13 5G price in India
According to the publication, the Galaxy M13 5G will arrive in two variants: 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. These models will be priced at Rs 14,999 (~$188), and Rs 15,999 (~$200), respectively. It will come in three colors: Midnight Blue, Aqua Green, and Stardust Brown.
Samsung Galaxy M13 4G price in India
Galaxy M13 5G, 4G teaser mage
The leak claims that the Galaxy M13 4G will be available in the same configurations as its 5G edition. Its two variants will be priced at Rs 11,999 (~$150) and Rs 12,999 (~$163), respectively. It is expected to arrive in the same colors as the M13 5G.
The first sale of both smartphones will be carried out on July 23 on Amazon India. For the unversed, Amazon Prime Days 2022 will begin on the same date in the country.
Samsung Galaxy M13 5G, M13 4G specifications
The Samsung Galaxy M13 5G is expected to have a 6.5-inch IPS LCD HD+ display, a Dimensity 700 chipset, and a 5,000mAh or 6,000mAh battery with 15W charging support. It will have a 5-megapixel selfie camera and a dual-camera system with a 50-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel auxiliary camera.
The Galaxy M13 4G features a 6.6-inch FHD+ display, an Exynos 850 SoC, and a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging support. It has an 8-megapixel selfie camera, and a triple camera unit with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel depth assist lens, and a 2-megapixel macro snapper. Both devices will ship with the Android 12 operating system and the One UI on top. They will provide a side-facing fingerprint scanner for security.
Chinese OEMs like Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, and Xiaomi are expected to hugely influence the foldable market in China, as per a report. Foldable smartphone sales are expected to rise significantly in the country in 2022 due to new launches and ever-increasing enthusiasm among customers.
According to a report by Counterpoint Research, China’s foldable smartphone market is expected to see remarkable growth in terms of foldable smartphone sales in 2022. The growth in the Chinese foldable market will also contribute to the overall growth of the global foldable market in 2022.
The country’s foldable market witnessed a sales volume of 0.67 million units in Q1 2022 recording a 391% YoY and 152% QoQ growth. As foldable sales were strong in April and May, China’s foldable market is likely to expand 225 percent year on year to 2.7 million devices in shipments, says the report.
The sales figures show that Chinese customers prefer foldable phones from domestic brands. The sales volume for the Chinese foldable market for January-May 2022 reveals that Huawei has been dominating the foldable sales in the country. The company occupies 50% of total sales. It is followed by Samsung with 20%. Whereas OPPO and Xiaomi stand in third and fourth places, respectively.
The report also mentions that the sales volume of book-type foldables in China was comparatively higher than that of the clamshell type until 2021. The sell-through trend from January to May 2022 shows that book-type foldables account for around 77% of the total sales. However, as per the report, this trend is likely to change in 2022.
All in all, the future of foldable smartphones looks pretty bright in China. The country is dominated by domestic vendors and Samsung also holds a significant percentage of total sales. The growth of Chinese vendors will make Apple, which is well settled in China, reconsider its marketing strategy.
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