Back in May, Oppo launched the Reno 8 series in China. The devices are now set to launch in the Indian market next week (July 18). Like the global variants, the Indian variants will also consist of two models – the Oppo Reno 8 and the Oppo Reno 8 Pro. Ahead of the launch, Oppo has officially teased the specifications of both the Reno 8 and the Reno 8 Pro. So, let’s take a look.
Starting off with the Pro model, Oppo has confirmed that it’ll have a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. It will have a streamlined unibody design that is just 7.34mm thick excluding the camera bump.
Under the hood, the smartphone will house the MediaTek 8100-Max chipset that will offer up to a 12 percent increase in performance and 50 percent improvement in power efficiency over the last year’s Reno 7 Pro Dimensity 1200-Max SoC. Other than that, the device will have the MariSilicon X NPU, 4K Night video capability, and a cooling system with graphite sheets.
The vanilla Reno 8 model on the other hand is confirmed to house a Dimensity 1300 chipset. This SoC offers up to 40 percent better performance and 20 percent better power efficiency than the Dimensity 900 featured in last year’s Reno 7. Other than that, the device will have a VC liquid cooling system, will offer two flagship Sony camera sensors, and will have a slim body like the Pro model.
A Twitter teaser also reveals that the Reno 8 series will feature a 4500mAh battery paired with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging.
Earlier reports have hinted that the Reno 8 will debut in India with a starting price of ₹29,999. The Pro model on the other hand will be priced between ₹42,000 and ₹46,000.
Redmi K50i is confirmed to be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8100 processor under the hood. The chipset was launched in March this year. It also outscored Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 on Geekbench. The Dimensity 8100 has four Cortex-A78 performance cores clocking at 2.85GHz and four Cortex-A55 efficiency cores.
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— Redmi India | Redmi K50i (@RedmiIndia) July 11, 2022
As for the Redmi K50i, the smartphone is set to debut in India on July 20th. Recently, Xiaomi shared the AnTuTu score of the phone. It recorded 8,22,274 points and the score is higher than Snapdragon 888 and the A15 Bionic chipset. This suggests that the upcoming offering could be more powerful than the iPhone 13 and Snapdragon 888-powered phones. We can expect Xiaomi and Amazon to drop more teasers about the Redmi K50i in the days leading up to the launch event.
The Redmi K50i is expected to be rebranded version of the Redmi Note 11T Pro. It is expected to feature a 6.6-inch FHD+ LCD display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The device will have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is tipped to feature a triple rear camera setup of a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro unit. Internally, the Redmi K50i tipped to come in 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations. Lastly, the smartphone is said to be offered in Phantom Blue, Stealth Black, and Quick Silver colours.
Nothing is set to launch its highly anticipated Nothing Phone (1) tomorrow (12th July 2022). The company has been actively teasing the specifications of the device, however, its pricing is still a mystery.
Now, ahead of the official launch, the Indian pricing of the smartphone has been allegedly revealed. Twitter user @rahulsh66489640 posted an image of the Nothing Phone (1) listed on the Indian e-commerce website Flipkart with a ₹34,999 price tag for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model.
Details about the Indian pricing of the upcoming device have previously leaked. The earlier report states that the device will have a starting price of around INR 31,000 in India, and will go as high as INR 36,000 for the 12GB + 256GB. Previous reports have also confirmed that Nothing is producing the Phone (1) locally in India to keep the pricing disruptive and competitive in the Indian market.
Considering all this, it seems that the image might be fake and we’ll have to wait for the real pricing to be revealed tomorrow at 8:30 PM IST. Till then, check out all we know so far about the upcoming smartphone.
Nothing Phone (1) specs
Most of the specifications of the Nothing Phone 1 have either been teased or have leaked at this point. Starting with the screen, the Phone (1) is said to come with a 6.55-inch OLED display with support for 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The display has a punch-hole located at the top left for the front camera and is said to have Corning Gorilla Glass protection and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor for security.
Under the hood, it is confirmed to house Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778+ processor. It is rumored to come in three configurations – 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB. The battery of the device is expected to offer a 4500mAh capacity and is confirmed to feature 33W fast charging. The power adapter, however, will not be shipped with the smartphone.
For optics, the Nothing Phone (1) is confirmed to bring a dual camera on the back consisting of a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 sensor with f/1.8 aperture and a 1/1.56 inch sensor size. It will have support for both OIS and EIS for stabilization. An ultra-wide camera will accompany the primary shooter. This camera is expected to have a 16-megapixel resolution and 114 degrees field of view. Up front, the Phone (1) is expected to come with a 16-megapixel selfie snapper.
Realme launched the Realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition at a launch conference that was held earlier today. Xu Qi, Realme Vice President, President of China, and President of Global Marketing announced a new white color variant of the flagship device. The color variant has been officially named Realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition – Iceland. “Realme will make a claim for the best white smartphone texture,” he added.
Notably, this device will be the brand’s first smartphone featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and LPDDR5x RAM to hit the market. Also, the latest reports revealed that the device will feature the new-generation Pixelworks X7 independent graphics chip.
The device also includes a 100W GaN charging head, which is renowned to be small and better at conducting heat. It includes a 5000mAh built-in battery and enables 100W fast charging. Notably, the smartphone can charge from 0% to 100% in 25 minutes.
The Realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition-Iceland features a 6.7-inch 2412x1080p 120Hz AMOLED display, 100W fast charging, a front 16MP lens, and a 50MP + 50MP + 2MP lens on the back.
Last week, Xiaomi launched its most-waited premium smartphone: Xiaomi 12S Ultra. The main highlight of this device is its Leica-powered camera system comprising a 1-inch sensor.
The phone arrives with a revamped design sporting a faux leather finish. It brings almost all the features that one expects from a flagship Android smartphone.
We are deliberately hinting at the feature-set incomplete because Xiaomi has cut some corners despite charging a premium. Also, there are other things that can be only known after experiencing the handset.
Let’s check out these little-known facts about the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, which were originally featured in our review video attached below.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: Little-known facts
Still no USB 3.0
It is 2022 and Xiaomi still uses a USB 2.0 on it its most-expensive slab smartphone: Xiaomi 12S Ultra.
Back in May, a report hinted that the company may finally shift to USB 3.0. Hence, the successor of the Mi 11 Ultra was expected to carry this port but unfortunately, that did not happen.
Due to the older USB standard, the latest premium Xiaomi handset offers a slower data transmission rate. It also lacks video output support as there’s no DP Alt (DisplayPort Alternate) mode over USB Type-C.
Device color
The actual color of the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is different from the official renders used by Xiaomi in promotional materials.
The green color version we have looks paler than in renders. Anyway, it is worth noting that product color disparity is a common issue in the industry, and almost every product is a victim of it.
Hence, if you are planning to import this phone, then make sure to go through as many real-life pictures and videos to get a better idea.
Display with low PWM frequency
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra’s display has a low PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) frequency. Hence, looking at the phone’s screen with low brightness levels could be uncomfortable for some users due to flickering.
DC dimming is a solution to mitigate the flickering caused by low PWM frequency levels. However, it does not make any difference on Xiaomi 12S Ultra, and therefore, the company has even hidden this feature under developer options.
You can learn more about PWM and DC dimming from our explainer.
In-box charger
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra ships with a 67W fast charger, unlike the Mi 11 Ultra.
Last year, Xiaomi decided to sell flagship smartphones in China without a charger in the box. However, interested customers were able to opt for the charger free of cost, albeit for a limited time.
The company reversed its decision with the launch of the Xiaomi 12 series. Therefore, a 67W charger is included in the box of Xiaomi 12S Ultra, and interestingly, it is slightly smaller than that of the older 67W charger.
Realme is gearing up to launch a bunch of new products in its home market of China. In the new launch event, a new laptop and TWS earbuds will be announced, but the main highlight of the live conference will undoubtedly be the Realme GT 2 Master Explorer Edition smartphone. So here’s how you can watch this live stream.
Since it is a Chinese launch, the new smartphone’s announcement will not be officially streamed on YouTube. Rather, the Chinese smartphone maker is set to host an online live stream that will be broadcasted through its official website in China. During this event, the GT 2 Master Explorer Edition handset will be announced along with the new Realme Buds Air 3 Neo and the Notebook Air laptop model as well. The live stream will begin on July 12 at 2 pm Beijing Time (GMT +8) / 11:30 am Indian Time (GMT +5:30) / 7 am London Time (GMT +1).
Talking about the smartphone itself, it will be the first device from the brand to feature Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. This chipset will be paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. On the front, the smartphone is expected to sport a 6.7 inch AMOLED display that has a FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, in display fingerprint scanner, and a center aligned punch hole selfei camera.
Meanwhile, the back is expected to feature a triple camera setup that includes a 50 megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor, paired with a 50 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 2 megapixel macro shooter. The device will run on Android 12 OS based Realme UI 3.0 out of the box and will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery pack that supports 100W fast charging. So stay tuned for more, as we will be covering the launch event tomorrow.
Realme Watch 3 has surfaced on the Bluetooth SIG certification site with the model number RMW2108. As usual, the listing does not offer any details regarding this handset, however, it is expected to be an upgrade over last year’s Realme Watch 2. Moreover, the watch is also tipped to have cleared the approval process of BIS India. Previously, the Realme Watch has been spotted on multiple certification sites including FCC and IMDA. The new wearable is expected to launch very soon in India and other markets.
As initially spotted by tipster Mukul Sharma, Realme Watch 3 has appeared on the Bluetooth SIG website carrying model number RMW2108. The listing does not reveal any specifications of the smartwatch. However, it hints that the wearable may soon make its debut. In addition, Mukul Sharma has shared in a tweet that Realme Watch 3 has completed the BIS India approval process, which means the watch’s India launch is also near.
Realme Techlife Watch S100
As mentioned, Realme Watch 3 has also been spotted on the FCC certification website which revealed the battery capacity of the watch. As per the listing, the wearable will pack a 340mAh battery. This is slightly bigger than the 310mAh battery of its predecessor. The watch is expected to offer up to 12 days of battery life. Moreover, the watch has also been spotted on the IMDA and SIRIM Malaysia certification websites in the past.
There has been no official announcement regarding the Watch from the company. We expect Realme to make the watch official in a few weeks. We’ll be updating you as soon as more information surfaces online.
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.
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