Over the last couple of months, there have been rumors regarding Nintendo launching a new Switch console model. This variant will likely be called the Switch Pro, however, there has been no official word so far. But a new report has suggested that this model might be launched later this year.
Welp. Tried to keep away from these types of rumours for so long, but way too much smoke now.
It looks like a new model could be announced towards the end of the year.
Apparently works with current carts, improved perf, retains branding & form factor.
The company has officially stated that it is not working on a Switch Pro model. However, a tweet from Pixelpar has claimed otherwise. For those unaware, the Switch has been a popular handheld gaming console in the market, but many users have also wanted a more powerful version for a while now. So, the Pro model would likely be a great addition to the Switch series.
As per the leak, the Switch Pro will be launching sometime near the end of this year. The tipster added that the new model will support current cartridges and even feature a similar form factor as the original Switch. Although, the Pro model is rumored to offer better performance overall. The Switch Pro is also expected to launch with a larger display and support for 4K output when docked.
The upcoming handheld console will also reportedly feature more RAM and a new Nvidia Tegra chipset. A recent leak has claimed that the Switch Pro could be revealed in September 2022. Notably, the source of this leak had also accurately predicted the Splatoon 3 Switch OLED. Unfortunately, this is still an unconfirmed report so take this news with a pinch of salt for now and stay tuned for more updates.
Red Magic has just announced its new gaming flagships– the RedMagic 7S and 7S Pro– in its home country China and both the phones pack some serious tech. The newly launched gaming handsets have terrific spec sheets full of high-end hardware. The lineup includes an array of features like Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Soc, a 6.8-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with up to 165Hz refresh rate, a built-in fan with LED lights, an under-display camera, and a lot more. Let’s check out more details about the two monstrous smartphones.
Red Magic 7S and 7S Pro Design
The Red Magic 7S and 7S Pro designs resemble the previous generation models. Red Magic is consistent with the design of its smartphones and it’s not trying to overdo it like “some” brands. Both smartphones have designs similar to the Red Magic 7 and 7 Pro launched earlier this year. However, both phones feature an under-display front camera and have a neat front panel.
The rear of the smartphones has that same iconic semi-transparent look with a few tweaks. The Red Magic 7S has a strip-like camera module with cameras aligned linearly. Whereas the Pro model has a rectangular camera island with cameras arranged in a squircle fashion. Next to the camera module, you’ll find the fan-favorite cooling fan that comes with RGB lights.
The smartphones have two pressure-sensitive gaming triggers along with the volume rocker and power button on the right side. While on the left, there is a red switch to activate liquid cooling.
Red Magic 7S Specifications
The Red Magic 7S flaunts a 6.8-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display with LTM and DC dimming. Interestingly, it has a 165hz refresh rate which is higher than the Pro model. The handset is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, paired with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. To keep the phone cool during heavy gaming, the company has equipped the smartphone with ICE 9.0 liquid-cooling technology. Moreover, the device also has a built-in fan that can circulate air at speed of up to 20,000RPM.
Additionally, the smartphone is equipped with a Magic GPU stable frame engine that supports rendering and imaging synchronization, a five-fold rendering buffer, and intelligent recognition of TC supplementary frames.
It’s not a photography-focused phone but still has some decent camera specs. The device is equipped with a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 64MP primary camera accompanied by an 8MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP macro lens along with an LED Flash. At the front, the handset offers an 8MP under-display camera sensor for selfies and video calls. The gaming phone is backed up by a 4,500mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. Talking about the software, the Red Magic 7S runs Red Magic 5.0 based on Android 12.
Red Magic 7S Pro Specifications
The Red Magic 7S Pro is the higher-end model and has features similar to the Standard model. The device houses the same 6.8-inch AMOLED display but with a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is equipped with Red Magic x Qualcomm LTM dimming technology.
Red Magic 7S Pro
The 7S Pro is also powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, but it also has the company’s proprietary Red Core 1 which is a dedicated gaming chipset for enhancing the performance of the device. The smartphone comes with an advanced Ice 10.0 cooling system.
The rear camera sensors on the Red Magic 7 Pro are the same as the standard variant, however, it has an upgraded 16-megapixel selfie camera. The Nubia Red Magic 7S Pro is fueled by an increased 5,000mAh battery and supports a higher 135W fast charging support. It comes with a standard 165W gallium nitride charging head. The smartphone runs Red Magic 5.0 based on Android 12.
Red Magic 7S Pro is also launched in a special transformer edition model. The special edition model will have a transformer-inspired design. It will match the iconic appearance of Bumblebee. In addition, the device will come in a special hexagonal-shaped retail box and will pack a Bumblebee-inspired external cooler, a protective cover, and a few other accessories.
Red Magic 7S and 7S Pro Price and Availability
The newly launched Red Magic 7 and the Red Magic 7 Pro are going to be available in two color options-Dark Knight and Deuterium Front Transparent. The Pro model will also come in a special Bumble edition which has the iconic yellow color.
Red Magic 7 is launched with a starting price of CNY 3,999 (roughly $596) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. While, the 12GB RAM +256GB storage variants will be up for grabs at CNY 4,799 (roughly $715). The Deuterium front transparent model with 12GB RAM + 256GB storage is priced at CNY 4,899 (roughly $730) and the 16GB + 512GB storage model will be available for sale at CNY 5,499 ($819).
The Red Magic 7S Pro will be available at a price of CNY 5,199 ($775) for 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The Pro variant also comes with 16GB RAM + 512GB at CNY 5,999 ($894). Moreover, the Deutarium one comes at a price of CNY 5,299 ($790) for 12GB + 256GB storage variant. It also comes in 16GB+ 512GB storage variant which is available at CNY 5,999 ($894).
In addition, the Special Transformer Edition Red Magic 7S Pro is available at a price of CNY 6,499 ($969) for the sole 16GB + 512GB storage variant. The sale dates of the phones will be announced soon.
Honor launched the V7 series tablets last year and now the company is gearing up to launch new models of its budget tablet in its home market China, dubbed Honor Tablet 8.
In the latest development, the specifications of the upcoming Honor Tablet 8 have been leaked online, showcasing what to expect from the budget device.
The leak reveals that the tablet, which carries model number HEY-W09, will be an upgrade compared to the previous generation. It will feature a display offering a 2K screen resolution but the display size is not yet known.
Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor but we will have a wait a few more days to know the memory versions. While the battery capacity is not known, it is said that the tablet will have 22.5W fast charging.
The company has not yet confirmed the launch date of this Honor Tablet 8 for the Chinese market but we expect the device to go official along with the Honor x40i smartphone and the Honor Smart Screen X3 series smart TVs later this month.
A new report from an analyst has suggested that the upcoming Apple iPhone 14 series might be the most expensive iPhone lineup ever. Apparently, the company’s iPhone 14 will be over 100 US Dollars more expensive than the iPhone 13 series.
iPhone 14 Series prototypes
Recently, we reported on the Cupertino based giant’s latest iPhones will see a price hike over its predecessor. And now, it seems like we have a better idea as to how high the prices may rise. For those unaware, the iPhone 13 lineup started from 699 US Dollars for the 5.4 inch iPhone 13 mini. Meanwhile, the base iPhone 13 started from 799 US Dollars. The iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max had a price tag of 999 and 1,099 US Dollars.
Dan Ives from Wedbush Securities told The Sun that “a $100 price increase is coming for the iPhone 14.” If this information is true, there are likely many reasons for the possible price hike. This includes rising raw materials, supply constraints, and other economic reasons as well. Since the iPhone mini is being discontinued for the iPhone 14 Max, the iPhone 14 series may start from 899 US Dollars for the base iPhone 14.
As of right now, it is unclear if this price hike is confirmed or not, and it’s still possible that Apple may have different plans. CCS Insight’s Ben Wood claims that the increasing production and component costs may likely be the reason behind a rise in the price tag but the brand might not hike costs by such a margin due to the cost of living. The news is still unconfirmed so take this report with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more updates.
A couple of days ago, Honor officially announced that the company is gearing up to launch a new smartphone in its home market China, dubbed as Honor x40i. As the name indicates, the phone is a successor to the Honor x30i launched last year.
Today, the company has shared a new teaser on Weibo which showcases the smartphone in the Rose Galaxy color option. It also reveals the phone’s design, hinting at what to expect from the upcoming smartphone.
The teaser shows that the Honor x40i Rose Galaxy version comes with a diamond color design with a dual ring camera module placed in the top-left corner on the back panel where the rings have an intersecting design.
On the front side, the smartphone has a punch-hole cutout at the top of the screen for housing the front-facing camera sensor and it features narrow bezels. In the teaser, the company is touting the smartphone to have “the most imaginative design in the history of the Honor X series.”
In the camera department, the smartphone is expected to feature a 50-megapixel primary camera sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. Apart from this, nothing else is known about the phone’s specifications.
The Honor x40i smartphone will be up for reservations across several retail platforms in China from 13th July. The phone is expected to get officially announced later this month along with the Honor Tablet 8 and Honor Smart Screen X3 series.
Xiaomi has just launched a new product in India. However, it is not a smartphone or a smart wearable gadget. Rather, it is a new device for smart homes and is dubbed the Smart Standing Fan 2.
As the name suggests, it’s a standing fan that is made to help offer cooling in one’s home. The Chinese tech giant is marketing this product as “Quiet Smart, Quiet Cool,” thanks to its silent BLDC motor that helps offer a natural breeze mode. Furthermore, the design of the fan itself is also unique, with a 7+5 wing shaped blade. The new smart fan even offers 3 dimensional air flow, with around 100 speed levels.
Looking at its design, it features a minimal aesthetic and is lightweight as well, weighing just 3 kilograms. Notably, the new Smart Standing Fan 2 can also have its stand extended or contracted based on the users’ preferences. It operates at a minimal noise level of just 30.2dB while its maximum noise level of airflow hits 55.8dB. The fan also features a smart algorithm that enables it to simulate a natural breeze.
As stated above, the Xiaomi Smart Standing Fan 2 features 100 speed levels, which can be controlled through the Xiaomi Home App. Notably, the product also supports voice controls when used via Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. In other words, it can be paired with smart home hubs and can be controlled remotely. The device can also be dismantled easily in a 6 step method for cleaning. The new device is currently available for purchase and is priced at 5,999 INR (roughly 75 US Dollars) on the official Mi India website.
Nothing is gearing up to launch its highly hyped Phone (1) tomorrow (12th July 2022). However, just a day before its official announcement, the company revealed key camera specifications of the device as well as some of its sample images.
The company shared these details on its official blog, which also included the camera samples as well. Looking at the sample images, we can see that the brand highlights the Phone (1)’s camera capabilities in various scenarios. We can see high res shots in broad daylight, some close up shots, and even some indoor and low light images as well. Overall, these pictures showcases robust camera performance in different lighting conditions.
But keep in mind, smartphone OEM’s usually only share the best shots for camera samples. Talking about the camera itself, Nothing has revealed more details regarding the Phone (1)’s image sensors. For those unaware, the upcoming handset features a dual camera setup on the rear. This module consists of a 50 megapixel primary camera, which is a Sony IMX766 sensor that has an f/1.8 aperture and a 1/1.56 inch sensor size.
Nothing Phone (1) camera samples
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The company also revealed that the Phone (1) will support shooting 10 bit color videos and also comes with dual OIS and EIS stabilization. Furthermore, the handset even features an ultra wide angle lens that has a 114 degree field of view. Other features include Night mode and scene detection. The Phone (1) will be launching tomorrow, so stay tuned as we will be covering the highly anticipated launch event.
Realme will launch the GT2 Master Explorer Edition today at a launch conference that started at 02:00 PM Beijing Time (GMT +8) / 11:30 AM Indian Time (GMT +5:30) / 7 AM London Time (GMT +1). The launch is highly anticipated as the flagship device has received much attention from the global tech market.
A new generation of X7 independent graphics chipset, which can achieve ultra-low latency frame insertion and is 60% faster than previous generation independent graphics, is included in the Realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition. The prominent Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, provided these reports.
The new-generation Pixelworks X7 chip has been introduced in the Realme GT2 Master Exploration Edition, which resulted in a 10ms reduction in latency from the prior generation’s 30ms.
The device is currently the most powerful Realme smartphone, according to the blogger.
Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition Teaser. Source: Realme China
The Realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition will launch the super N28 four-antenna design, which will increase the network speed by 70% and the signal strength by 1.5 times in typical network scenarios.
The device also comes with a 100W gallium nitride charging head, which is known to be compact and conduct heat better. It has a built-in 5000mAh big battery and supports 100W fast charging. Notably, the smartphone can charge from 0% to 100% in 25 minutes.
Realme GT 2 Master Explorer
The Realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition boasts a 6.7-inch 2412x1080p 120Hz AMOLED display, supports 100W fast charging, a front 16MP lens, and a back 50MP + 50MP + 2MP lens.
Oppo has launched a new budget smartphone in China dubbed Oppo A97 5G. Some of the details of this phone were already out last week via teasers and leaks. Let’s check what all it offers along with its pricing and availability.
Oppo A97 5G Specifications
The Oppo A97 5G sports a flat-frame design. Its rear panel has a rectangular island housing two circles for cameras. The device measures 163.8 × 75.1 × 7.99mm in dimensions and weighs 188g.
The phone flaunts a 6.56-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a dewdrop notch. The display is paired with dual stereo speakers with support for Dirac.
It features a 48MP + 2MP dual-camera system on the rear. Whereas, on the front, there’s an 8MP shooter.
Connectivity options on the smartphone include a dual-SIM card slot, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth, and GNSS. In addition to a USB Type-C port, there’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Finally, the device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.
Oppo A97 5G Price and Availability
The Oppo A97 5G arrives in a single 12GB + 256GB memory configuration in China priced at ￥1,999 ($298). It can be availed in either black or blue color options.
The handset is available for pre-order starting today (July 11) and will go on sale from 10 AM CST on July 15.
At the moment, it’s not known whether this smartphone will be made available in international markets.
The highly anticipated Nothing Phone (1) launch is almost here. However, prior to the official announcement, a new leak has given us a closer look at its unboxing experience, revealing some interesting details.
The leaked image for the unboxing was shared on Twitter by DahodianTechie. Looking at the image shared on the tweet, the company plans on offering the smartphone with a transparent protective cover, which we had also previously reported on. Although the previous leak was for a translucent case, so the brand might ship the clear care with the white color model and the smoked one with the black color variant.
Notably, the Nothing Phone (1) is confirmed to ship without a charger in the retail box. The reason for this would likely be environmental claims since the plastic used on the device is recycled, which is the same as its aluminum frame. Furthermore, the unboxing image leak also does not showcase a charger either. For those unaware, the Phone (1) is a mid range handset that has garnered a lot of hype ahead of its launch.
It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ SoC and support 33W fast charging. The rear is set to feature a dual camera setup, consisting of a 50 megapixel primary sensor and an ultra wide angle lens. However, its rear Glyph LED lighting is undoubtedly one of its most interesting features. The device is set to launch tomorrow (12th July 2022) so stick around as we will be covering the launch event.
The second half of this year will see Meta, the largest VR device supplier, and Apple, the leader in smartwatches, release new wearables. We can also expect new products to be released by companies like Xiaomi and Samsung. So, the wearable device market will be a significant new battleground in the second half of the year, in addition to smartphones.
According to one of the industry insiders, Taiwan Economic Daily (via IThome), the market for wearable devices as a whole is still expanding and that major brands won’t give up easily. It’s anticipated that companies like Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, and even Meta will keep announcing new products. Its primary goal is to increase brand value and sell more ancillary services rather than hardware per se.
In a report by the research firm IDC, 530 million wearable devices will be shipped worldwide in 2021, a 20 percent increase from the previous year. The majority of the items sent are wristbands and watches. Apple has a significant advantage over its rivals when it comes to smartwatches. Apple Watch had a market share of 35% in the fourth quarter of last year, Xiaomi came in second with 8.6%, and Samsung came in third with 7.9%. About 6.7 percent of the market is taken by Huawei.
According to IDC statistics, 11.23 million AR/VR headsets were shipped globally last year, an increase of 92.1 percent year over year in terms of VR devices. One of them saw the first shipment of VR equipment surpassing 10 million units, coming in at 10.95 million. VR equipment shipments are anticipated to increase by 43.6 percent year over year to 15.73 million units this year. Among them, Meta, a top manufacturer of VR equipment, has an 80 percent market share for Oculus, which is significantly higher than that of other rivals.
Industry experts were quoted in the report as saying that since there weren’t many new wearable devices released in the first half of this year, new products released in the second half of the year are expected to attract buyers. However, if the global inflation problem continues to negatively impact the overall economy, sales of wearable devices may be discounted, and the follow-up market still needs to be closely observed.
Sony launched the X Series Bluetooth speakers in China today. The latest Sony wireless wide-sound field speakers—the SRS-XE200, SRS-XE300, and SRS-XG300—offer different payback periods of 16 to 25 hours on a single charge. The X series was announced last month.
Sony SRS-XE200
According to ITHome, Sony has created linear sound diffusers specifically for its SRS-XE200 and SRS-XE300 Bluetooth speakers. Sony developed the X-Balanced speakers, which are spatially balanced, for use in all three of the X series models.
Along with having X-Balanced spatially balanced speakers, the new device SRS-XG300 also features LIVE SOUND and MEGA BASS technologies, which enhance the bass and make the sound more vibrant, respectively.
Sony SRS-XE300
It is important to note that all X series speakers allow wireless series connection and stereo mode. Stereo mode is available if you connect two devices. The new product simultaneously allows wireless serial connections for up to 100 devices. The three new models all support the IP67 waterproof and dustproof standards, and the XE200 and XE300 also perform well against seawater corrosion and stress.
The XE200 has a battery life of approximately 16 hours, the XE300 has a battery life of approximately 24 hours, and the XG300 has a battery life of approximately 25 hours. All three speakers have fast charging capabilities. A 10-minute charge can provide up to 70 minutes of playback time. Additionally, Sony’s environment sensor can intelligently increase battery life by changing the sound balance to match various environments.
Sony SRS-XG300
Price and availability
The Sony SRS-XG300 will be available on July 20, and the SRS-XE200 and SRS-XE300 series will be available on July 13.
The launch prices of the devices in China have not been revealed yet. However, the international pricing had been revealed earlier. The new Sony X-series wireless speakers range in price from €150 ($161) to €300 ($322). The Sony SRS-XE200 is the model with the lowest price, while the SRS-XG300 has the highest price. The cost of the Sony SRS-XE300 is €200 ($214). There are black and grey versions of all three models. The SRS-XE300 adds a blue color variant, while the SRS-XE200 has orange and blue color options as well.
The Moto G42 is set to go on sale in India today. The smartphone was launched in the country on July 4 after making rounds in the global market. The handset comes with 4G connectivity and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC, paired with up to 4GB of RAM. It sports a 6.4-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display with a standard 60Hz refresh rate. The smartphone runs clean Android 12 out of the box and packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging.
Moto G42 India Price, Offers, Availability
The Moto G42 comes in a single 4GB+64GB storage variant. It will be available with a price tag of Rs. 13,999 (roughly $176). The handset will be sold in Atlantic Green and Metallic Gold color options. The Moto G42 will go on sale at 12 pm today via Flipkart.
Customers can get up to Rs. 1,000 of instant discount on SBI credit card transactions, and a 5 percent instant discount on Axis Bank credit cards, according to the Flipkart listing.
Moto G42 Specifications
The Moto G42 features a 6.4-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz and an aspect ratio of 20:9. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor, paired with up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The processor is also accompanied by an Adreno 610 GPU.
In terms of optics, the Moto G42 houses a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50Mp primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro shooter along with an LED flash. On the front, the Moto G42 sports a 16MP camera for selfies and video calls.
The Moto G42 is fueled by a massive 5,000mAh battery with 20W fast charging support. The smartphone runs Android 12 out of the box. Moreover, the company promises 3 years of security updates.
Apple is gearing up to launch its next-generation iPhone 14 series smartphones in the market. Ahead of the official launch, key details about the upcoming phones have already been listed online.
The Apple iPhone 14 series phones are set to get officially announced in the coming months but the company has not yet confirmed the launch date. Now, a new report has revealed the launch date.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Render Leak
A new report from tipster iHacktu ileaks claims that the Apple iPhone 14 series smartphones will be officially announced on 13th September. The pre-orders for the devices getting announced are expected to start from 16th September and the shipments could begin on 23rd September. The dates haven’t been officially confirmed by the company so we advise you to take this with a pinch of salt.
Based on the reports so far, Apple is expected to launch four smartphones — iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. While the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro will have a 6.1-inch display, the 14 Max and 14 Pro Max will have a 6.7-inch display.
This time, the Cupertino-based technology giant is expected to launch the iPhone 14 series smartphones with significant differences between the Pro and non-Pro models. For instance, the Pro models will ditch the notch in favor of a punch-hole cutout and will come powered by the latest A16 Bionic chipset.
We expect the company to officially announce the launch event for the iPhone 14 series and the Apple Watch Series 8 in a few weeks.
Samsung has been the leading smartphone manufacturer for years now and the company continues to dominate the global markets as the South Korean giant remained at the top spot for the first quarter of this year.
As per the latest report from International Data Corporation (IDC), Samsung remained the leading smartphone manufacturer globally with a 23.4 percent market share and shipments of 73.6 million units in Q1 2022.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
The shipments of 23.6 million units for Samsung indicate a decline of 1.2 percent year-on-year as the company had shipped 74.5 million units in the first quarter of 2021.
Apple has grabbed the second position with an 18 percent market share and total shipments of 56.6 million iPhones from January to March this year. Unlike Samsung, Apple grew its shipments by 2.2 percent in the first quarter of this year.
Xiaomi, OPPO, and Vivo come in at third, fourth, and fifth positions respectively. Xiaomi captured a 12.7 percent market with 39.9 million shipments while OPPO shipped 27.4 million units for an 8.7 percent market share. Vivo had a market share of 8.1 percent as the company shipped 25.3 million units.
Similar to Samsung, all three Chinese smartphone makers show a decline in shipments when compared year-on-year with Vivo seeing a massive decline of 27.7 percent, followed by OPPO 26.8 percent drop, and Xiaomi with a 17.8 percent decline.
According to Nabila Popal of IDC, the companies are struggling in the market because of the supply chain issues for core components of making smartphones. She also hints at the reduced consumer demand because of the current economic condition and global inflation.
Apple is expected to launch the next-generation Apple Watch lineup in the coming months along with the iPhone 14 series smartphones. The company is expected to launch a rugged version of the smartwatch along with the Watch Series 8 and Watch SE.
Now, a new report from Mark Gurman of Bloomberg in the Power On newsletter has revealed the pricing details of the upcoming Apple Watch Pro Rugged Edition.
Apple Watch Series 8 Render Leak
As per the report, the upcoming rugged version of the Apple Watch will be priced somewhere around $999 or $999, which is similar to the starting price of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro. The company currently has the Watch Edition priced at $849, which is expected to retire after the launch of this rugged version.
Based on the reports so far, the Apple Watch rugged version will come with a 2-inch display and the casing should be 46mm or 47mm. This makes the display on the wearable device about seven percent larger than the rumored screen of 1.9-inch on the Watch Series 8.
The shatter-proof display is expected to offer a screen resolution of 410 x 502 pixels. It will be running the latest watchOS 9 operating system and will come with more options for workout tracking and overall improvements to the system.
Samsung is also working on a high-end smartwatch with a sapphire display and a larger capacity battery, having a titanium body and a temperature sensor. It will be interesting to see which smartwatch among these two takes the top spot.
The Vivo Y77 5G announced last week, is Vivo’s strongest Y-series phone. It offers key features such as a 120Hz display, a Dimensity 930 chipset, and 80W charging. As scheduled, the Vivo Y77 5G is now available for purchase in China starting from today.
Vivo Y77 5G price, variants
The Vivo Y77 5G is available in China in four options: 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,499 Yuan (~$224), 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,599 Yuan (~$239), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,799 Yuan (~$269), and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,999 Yuan (~$299).
Vivo Y77 5G
It can be bought in shades like Crystal Black, Crystal Powder (pink), and Summer Sea (blue). There is no word on whether the smartphone will be made available in other markets. Even if it does arrive in other markets, it may carry a different moniker since the company is also offering the same-named phone with different specs in Malaysia.
Vivo Y77 5G specifications
The Vivo Y77 5G has an LCD panel with a punch-hole design. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2388 pixels and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The phone ships with Android 12 OS and OriginOS Ocean UI. The power button located on its right edge is integrated with a fingerprint scanner.
The Y77 5G is the first-ever phone to feature the Dimensity 930 chipset. It is also the first Y-series smartphone to offer 80W charging and 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. It packs a 4,500mAh battery and ships with UFS 2.2 storage.
It is fitted with an 8-megapixel camera on the front for selfies and video calls. The rear shell of the device has a 50-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel auxiliary lens.
In May 2021, Xiaomi announced its 200W wired and 120W wireless HyperCharge technology. While there is no update on the 120W wireless tech, it seems that Xiaomi may soon launch a new smartphone with 200W HyperCharge technology. The reason is that Xiaomi’s 200W charger has received approval from the 3C authority of China.
As seen in the screengrab below, a new power adapter with model number MDY-13-EU has bagged certification from China’s 3C regulatory body. The certification reveals that the new Xiaomi charger supports maximum charging speeds of 20V / 10A (200W). It is backwards compatible with 5V3A, 9V3A, 11V6A, and 17V10A charging. The 3C certification is a good hint that Xiaomi may soon launch a phone with 200W fast charging support in the coming weeks.
Xiaomi’s 200W HyperCharge technology promises to charge a smartphone in less than 10 minutes. Earlier this year, Xiaomi demoed its 200W charging solution on the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra, which houses a 4,500mAh battery. A 200W charger can charge a smartphone with a 4,000mAh battery to 50 percent capacity in 3 minutes, and a full charge takes another 5 minutes.
While it is unclear when exactly Xiaomi will announce a smartphone with 200W charging support, iQOO is all set to become the world’s first smartphone to launch a phone with 200W charging support. iQOO has recently confirmed the upcoming iQOO 10 will support 120W fast charging, whereas the iQOO 10 Pro will arrive with 200W fast charging technology.
Xiaomi is expected to launch the Xiaomi MIX 5 flagship phone in the second half of this year. Last year’s Xiaomi MIX 4 carried support for 120W charging. Hence, it remains to be seen whether the MIX 5 will be made available with 200W HyperCharge technology.
In February 2021, Nubiaannounced the Nubia Z40 Pro flagship phone, featuring a curved-edge OLED display and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. Last month, the Nubia President confirmed that it would be releasing a new Z-series phone in July. It claimed that the device will set a new benchmark in the flat screen segment. It is unclear whether it will arrive in the market with the Nubia Z40 or Z50 moniker. Now, a leaked image of an upcoming Z-series flagship is now doing the rounds on Weibo (via).
The alleged next-generation Z-series Nubia phone that has appeared in a leaked image reveals a flat display with ultra-thin bezels. The device, which is held in landscape orientation, has a very thin bottom bezel. The upper bezel is not clearly visible since it is covered by the finger.
It seems that the device is equipped with symmetrical bezels on all four sides. It probably features a centrally positioned punch-hole for the selfie camera. Whatever the device will be called, it is likely to come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 mobile platform. Unfortunately, there is no information available on the other specifications of the device.
Nubia’s next Z-series flagship
According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the company will collaborate with another company to launch an anime-based custom edition of the device. To recall, the Chinese manufacturer had announced the Nubia Z40 Pro Outcast Limited Edition, which was themed after “The Outcast” anime.
The Nubia Z40 Pro came with specs like a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ 144Hz display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, up to 16 GB of RAM, up to 1 TB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 66W charging support. It came with a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 64-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 8-megapixel (telephoto) triple rear cameras. It is likely that the next Z-series Nubia flagship may borrow some of its specs from the Z40 Pro.
Samsung is known for offering its flagship phones in Snapdragon and Exynos variants depending on the market. Countries like the US and China have been receiving the Snapdragon variant, while the European countries have been treated to the Exynos edition. When the Snapdragon and Exynos versions of Samsung’s flagship phones were put side by side, it was clear that Exynos was less powerful than Qualcomm’s chip. A new leak from well-known supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo shows that there won’t be an Exynos version of the Galaxy S23 line.
According to Kuo, the Galaxy S23’s sole chipset supplier could be Qualcomm. It will be equipped with the next flagship chipset that has an SM8550 part number. It will be built with TSMC’s 4nm manufacturing process. It is most likely to carry the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 marketing name.
While Samsung could be working on the 4nm Exynos 2300, the Galaxy S23 may not adopt the SoC. Kuo claims the reason behind it is that the Exynos 2300 cannot compete with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in all aspects. According to the analyst, the US-based chip maker has designed the SD8G2 to meet the design guidelines of TSMC.
The SD8G2 is expected to offer better computing power and power efficiency than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. Kuo added that Qualcomm “will gain more market share in the high-end market in 2023.” Since the recession does not affect the high-end market much, Qualcomm and TSMC will significantly benefit from the market share.
In April, Samsung Mobile President TM Roh said that the company is working on a unique processor for Galaxy smartphones. It is unclear how different it will be from the company’s in-house Exynos chipsets.
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