Honor Pad 8, the company’s upcoming tablet, has been spotted on the Bluetooth SIG certification site. As usual, the listing does not reveal any specifications of the tablet. However, it hints that the new tablet may soon make its debut. Honor Pad 8 is expected to be the successor of the Honor Pad 7 which was launched back in 2021 with a 10.1-inch Full HD display and Helio P22T chipset.
The Bluetooth SIG listing for Honor Pad 8 was first spotted by tipster Mukul Sharma. The listing shows that the Honor tablet has HEY-W09 as its model number. The listing also shows that Honor Pad 8 will get Bluetooth v5.1 connectivity. This is all the information we could get from the listing.
HONOR Pad 7
Previously, a tablet with the same model number also appeared Compulsory Certification of China (3C) website. The 3C listing suggested that the tablet will come with 22.5W fast charging.
Let’s take a look at the specifications of the Honor Pad 7 to get a better idea of what to expect from the upcoming tablet.
Honor Pad 7 Specifications
The Honor pad 7 flaunts a large 10.1-inch Full HD display offering 1920 x 1200 pixels screen resolution and a screen-to-body ratio of 80 percent. The pad is powered by the MediaTek Helio P22T chipset paired with 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage. On the software front, the tablet runs Android 10 operating system out-of-the-box with Magic UI 4.0 on top.
In terms of optics, the Honor Pad 7 houses a single 5-megapixel camera on the rear. While on the front, it has a 2-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling. The device is fueled by a 5,100mAh battery. The tablet was launched at a starting price of 1,399 yuan (~$214).
The second half of the year has kicked off. Several smartphone OEMs in China have started announcing new flagship phones powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Other Chinese brands are also expected to announce SD8+G1 flagship phones in the remaining days of this month. One major brand that has been silent is Vivo. While the company unveiled the Vivo Y77 5G last week, there is no word on any new flagship or high-end phones from the brand. New information (via) reveals that Vivo has at least two pipelines, which may go official in August in China. Unfortunately, none of these are flagship phones powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip.
Vivo V2220A 3C certified
A new Vivo phone with model number V2220A has bagged 3C certification in China. The 5G-ready device has been spotted with an 80W charger at 3C. The Vivo S15 Pro, Vivo X80, Vivo X80 Pro, Vivo X Note, and Vivo Y77 5G are some of the Vivo smartphones that carry support for 80W charging.
Hence, it appears that the V2202A will be an upper mid-range device from the brand. At present, there is no information on the final marketing name of this device. It seems that the device will surface on the TENAA certification site with all its major specs.
Vivo V2166BA TENAA certified
The Vivo Y33s 5G, which debuted earlier this year, has the Vivo V2166A model number. A new device with a V2166BA model number, which appears to be a Y33s 5G variant, has been approved by the TENAA authority of China. There is no information on its final moniker, but the TENAA certification has revealed its key specs and design.
The V2166BA will be a mid-range phone with a 6.58-inch LCD FHD+ display, an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 50-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system. It will feature a 2.4GHz octa-core processor, up to 8 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, and a 4,910mAh battery. Earlier this month, it was approved by the 3C authority. Its 3C listing revealed that it may carry support for 33W fast charging.
Last month, Apple introduced the new M2 chipset that is powering the company’s newly launched MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops. While the MacBook Pro is available for purchase, the relatively cheaper Air model didn’t go on sale until now.
The new Apple MacBook Air powered by the M2 chipset was available to pre-order for the last few days and today, the laptop officially goes on sale in several markets.
Apple MacBook Air continues the fanless design and looks quite similar to the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models of last year. Instead of the regular 13.3-inch display, the laptop has a new 13.6-inch display with up to 500 nits of brightness. The screen is said to be 25 percent brighter than its predecessor and it comes with support for 1 billion colors.
Powered by the new M2 processor, Apple claims that the Final Cut Pro performance is nearly 40 percent faster than on the M1 Air and Photoshop is up to 20 percent faster. There are two Thunderbolt ports on the left side, along with a headphone jack with support for high-impedance headphones.
It also comes with an updated 1080p camera along with four speakers and three microphones. Apple said that there’s also support for Dolby Atmos spatial audio. The Magic Keyboard now has a full row of function keys with Touch ID and Force Touch trackpad. It also has added support for the MagSafe connector for charging.
The laptop measures just 11.3 millimeters thick and weighs 2.7 pounds (1.2 kilograms). As for the battery life, the company is promising up to 18 hours of video playback and with an optional 67-watt power adapter it can charge up to 50 percent in 30 minutes.
The new Apple MacBook Air has a starting price of $1,199 for the base model and goes up to $2,499 for the top-end model. This makes it a bit more expensive than the M1-powered MacBook Air launched a couple of years ago.
Oppo is all set to launch the Reno 8 series in India on July 18. The Indian variants will consist of two models—Oppo Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro. Most of the specifications of the two smartphones are already out. Now, just days ahead of the launch, a popular tipster has revealed the Indian pricing details of the upcoming Reno 8 Series.
Tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore took to Twitter to reveal the Indian prices of the Oppo Reno 8 and Reno 8 Pro. As per the tipster, the vanilla Oppo Reno 8 will be available at a starting price of Rs. 29,990 ($375) for the 8GB+128GB variant. The phone will also be sold in 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB storage models which will come at a price tag of ₹31,990 ($400) and ₹33,990 ($425), respectively.
Oppo Reno 8 Pro
The higher-end Oppo Reno 8 Pro will be priced at ₹44,990 ($563) for the sole 12GB+256GB storage variant. The prices of the Oppo Reno 8 are very competitive. However, the Reno 8 Pro looks more on the expensive side.
Oppo has already confirmed several key specifications of the two smartphones. We know that the Reno 8 Pro will come with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone will be powered by the MediaTek 8100-Max chipset. The device will also have Oppo’s proprietary Marisilicon X chip for better imaging.
On the contrary, Reno 8 model will draw power from a Dimensity 1300 chipset. The device will have a VC liquid cooling system. It will come equipped with two flagship Sony camera sensors and will have a slim body. Both the smartphones will be fueled by a 4500mAh battery and support up to 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging.
Huawei launched its smartwatch named Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro a few months ago in the Chinese market and later the company also introduced the smartwatch for the global markets and is available in Europe.
Now, the company is gearing up to launch the Huawei Watch 3 Pro with ECG in its home market China. As per the report, the device could be officially announced in the Chinese market on 27th July.
Along with the Watch 3 Pro ECG mode, Huawei is also expected to launch a few other products in the market, including FreeBuds Pro 2, Smart Screen S Pro 86, new MateBook X Pro, MatePad Pro 11, and Huawei Enjoy 50 Pro, among others.
We expect the specifications to be similar to GT 3 Pro smartwatch which comes in two sizes — 43mm and 46mm., featuring a 1.32-inch screen and a 1.43-inch display, respectively. Both variants come with an AMOLED panel, ceramic body, and sapphire glass.
It is equipped with a heart rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, body temperature, sleep tracker, stress monitor, and more. The smartwatch also comes with ECG to check the user’s heart rhythm and electrical activity. The wearable device offers 100 sports modes including 18 professional activities.
The smartwatch runs the company’s own HarmonyOS and comes with features like Bluetooth calling, notifications display, and support for multiple apps. The device also comes with an e-wallet and a built-in NFC. The smartwatch’s 46mm model is claimed to offer 14 days of usage whereas the 43mm variant is said to last 7 days on a single charge.
If you are a gamer and specifically a Genshin Impact fan, then check out this splendid Genshin Impact themed earbud from POCO. The POCO Buds Pro Genshin Impact Limited Edition earbud which generally retails for $100 is now available for $69.99 only at AliExpress.
The Genshin Impact edition results from the collaboration between POCO and the gaming franchise Genshin Impact. It is an eye-catching earbud with a gorgeous design and unique color. And the highlight feature is the cool carrying case designed to look like Klee’s Backpack.
Carrying case designed to look like Klee’s Backpack
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iQOO 9T will be announced later this month in India. Leaked information surrounding the device has claimed that it could be a tweaked or rebadged version of the vanilla iQOO 10 5G, which will debut on July 19 in China. The Tech Burner YouTube channel has released a hands-on video of the iQOO 9T to not only reveal its design, but also some of its key features.
Here are some screengrabs from the iQOO 9T hands-on video. As can be seen, the handset will be arriving in white (with BMW M Motorsport tricolor stripes) and black shades. It will be a glass-bodied device with a dual-tone finish. The top portion of the back has a glossy look, while the remaining portion has a matte texture.
iQOO 9T
The camera setup of the device is headlined by a 50-megapixel Samsung GN5 ultra-sensing camera, which promises to capture better shots in dim-light conditions. The iQOO 9T also has the V1+ chip, which is a chip made by Vivo that is only used to process images.
IQOO 9T
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset will be present under the hood of the iQOO 9T. The SoC is coupled with an enhanced version of LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. On the front of the device, there is a flat AMOLED display with a centrally postioned punch-hole.
The retail package of the iQOO 9T will include the handset, a 120W fast charger, a charging cable, a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter, a protective case, and some documents.
Previous leaks have revealed that the iQOO 9T will come with 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 4,700mAh battery. It will have a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The device is likely to be priced at around Rs 60,000 (~$750) in India. Its launch is near as its microsite is now live on Amazon India.
The Nubia Z40S Pro will be announced on July 20 in China. After revealing the camera capabilities of the device in the past few days, the company has now revealed its entire design. The image below shows that the Chinese company that makes the Z40S Pro will also sell a special edition model based on anime.
Nubia Z40S Pro
The Nubia ZS40 Pro will arrive in black and green colors. In addition, there will be a Ling Cage limited edition model. The camera module at the top houses a triple camera unit. There is a 3mm main camera with an f/1.6 aperture, an ultra-wide lens, a 125mm telephoto camera with an f/3.4 aperture, and a ring LED flash.
The main and telephoto cameras carry support for Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). The company’s branding can be seen next to the camera unit. The left side of the device features a volume rocker, whereas its right side has a camera shutter key at the top and a power button.
Nubia Z40S Pro
The Nubia Z40 Pro, which debuted in the first half of the year, came equipped with a curved edge AMOLED panel. Nubia has confirmed that the top bezel of the phone measures 1.46mm in thickness, whereas the side bezels are 0.95mm. The chin of the device also appears very thin, but the company has not mentioned its size. To sum up, the Z40S Pro will surely impress users with its amazing screen-to-body ratio.
The Nubia Z40S Pro will arrive with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset onboard. Coming back to its cameras, it is likely to sport a 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 camera sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide snapper and an 8-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The same camera setup is available on the Z40 Pro.
There are three smartphone launch events scheduled for next week. Two of them will take place in India, while the remaining one will be held in China.
All three conferences will be headed by three different brands, namely Oppo, iQOO, and Xiaomi. Only iQOO’s announcement will include new handsets, while the other two companies will be debuting existing devices in a new market.
Let’s take a look at all of these upcoming phones one by one.
Oppo has scheduled to launch the Oppo Reno 8 series in India on July 18. The event will begin at 6 PM IST and will be live streamed on YouTube.
According to leaks and teasers, the Oppo Reno 8 coming to India will be the same as the original model sold in China. Whereas, the Oppo Reno 8 Pro for India will be a rebranded Oppo Reno 8 Pro Plus from China. The former will be powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 13000 SoC, while the latter will house a Mediatek Dimensity 8100-MAX chipset and a MariSilicon X NPU chip for image processing.
The handsets will be accompanied by Oppo Enco X2 truly wireless earphones and Oppo Pad Air tablet.
2. iQOO 10 Series
The iQOO 10 series is planned to go official on July 19 in China. The launch event for the phones will start at 7:30 PM CST and will be live streamed on Weibo and other leading video streaming platforms in the country.
The lineup is expected to include two models: iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 Pro. Both of them will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC and will house a Vivo V1+ chip for image processing.
The two devices will come with minor upgrades over their predecessors. Finally, the iQOO 10 Pro will be presented as the world’s first smartphone to carry 200W fast wired charging support.
3. Redmi K50i
Xiaomi has confirmed to launch the Redmi K50i in India on July 20. The conference will start at 12 PM IST and will be live streamed on Youtube.
As per teasers and leaks, the Redmi K50i for India is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro sold in China. This handset also goes by the name of Poco X4 GT in some markets.
Talking about features, it will come with a 6.6-inch 144Hz display (LCD), Mediatek Dimensity 8100 chipset, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, 64MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) +2MP (macro) triple camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, 5,080mAh battery, and 67W fast charging support.
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has launched a new product dubbed Xiaomi Smart Speaker (IR Control) in India with an Rs. 4,999 (~$63) price tag. The speaker supports voice assistant commands and has some similarities with its predecessor. The smart speaker has an IT blaster which enables the user to control certain devices in the home via voice.
The Xiaomi Smart Speaker has a 1.5-inch full-range speaker and microphones with the capability to ensure voice commands are activated far-field. It can be paired with another speaker to provide stereo sound. Its LED digital clock display helps users keep tabs on the time. The speaker IR Control has Chromecast functionality, enabling users to cast content to other compatible devices. The speaker has Google Assistant embedded and this allows the user to control other smart home devices.
There are four buttons atop the new Xiaomi speaker for volume, music, and microphone control. The IR blaster on the speaker will control other smart devices via the Xiaomi Home or Mi Home app on your smartphone.
The speaker IR Control can connect via Bluetooth 5.0 in addition to the in-built Chromecast. Power is supplied to the speaker via a 12V/1A DC input and the speaker weighs 6.28kg. The package includes the speaker, its adapter, and the User Manual. The new Xiaomi Smart Speaker can be gotten from Mi Home Store, Flipkart, and other retail outlets in the subcontinent. It is available as an all-black device.
A couple of days ago, ZTE-backed Nubia launched its latest flagship smartphones under the Red Magic branding — Red Magic 7S and Red Magic 7S Pro. Today, both phones are available for purchase in the Chinese market.
The newly launched premium gaming smartphones are the successor of the Red Magic 6S and 6S Pro which were launched last year and comes packed with a powerful set of specifications and features.
The base model of the Red Magic 7S with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at 3,999 yuan (~$592) while the 12GB RAM and 256GB store model costs 4,799 yuan (~$710). The Deuterium front transparent model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage costs 4,899 (~$725) and the model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is priced at 5,499 yuan ($814).
On the other hand, the Red Magic 7S Pro is priced at 5,199 yuan (~$770) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model. The Deuterium model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at 5,299 ($784) while the top-end model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage model costs 5,999 yuan (~$888).
The Red Magic 7S series features a 6.8-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display and offers a 165Hz refresh, which is higher than the 120Hz refresh rate available on the Pro model. Both the smartphones are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.
The standard model comes with ICE 9.0 Liquid Cooling Technology while the Pro model has ICE 10.0 Liquid Cooling Technology to keep the phone cool during heavy gaming. Both the smartphones run the Android 12 operating system with the Red Magic 5.0 custom UI.
The Nubia Red Magic 7S is powered by a 4,500mAh battery and comes with 120W fast charging while the Red Magic 7S Pro model is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 135W fast charging.
The OPPO Reno 8 launch event will be held on July 18 in India. Recent reports have revealed that the company will be unveiling two products, the Reno 8 and the Reno 8 Pro. After the tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore leaked the renders of the Reno 8 Pro, he also leaked the renders of the vanilla model.
The Reno 8 5G can be seen in two colors in the leaked renders: Shimmer Black and Shimmer Gold. The front side of the device features a punch-hole display with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The rear shell of the device has a triple camera module with a ring LED flash. The power button is on the right side of the device, and the volume buttons are on the left.
As can be seen, the tipster has also mentioned the key specifications of the Reno 8. The device will arrive with a 6.43-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It will come preloaded with Android 12 OS, which will be overlaid with ColorOS 12.1.
The OPPO Reno 7 5G was powered by the Dimensity 900. Its successor is tipped to feature the Dimensity 1300 SoC. Past reports have claimed that it may come in multiple variants, such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage.
The Reno 8 5G will come with a 32-megapixel camera for snapping selfies. Its rear camera setup will have a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture. It will be accompanied by 8-megapixel and 2-megapixel cameras. The device will pack a 4,500mAh battery with 80W fast charging support.
In August 2021, a Realme device with RMX2109 was spotted in the database of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The same device was certified by the FCC authority in May this year. Now, it has bagged approval from the SIRIM authority. The Malaysian certification platform confirms that it will debut with the Realme Buds T100 moniker on the market.
Unfortunately, the SIRIM listing of the Realme Buds T100 has no information on its specifications. But its FCC appearance did reveal some of its key details.
The FCC certification of the Buds T100 revealed that it carries support for Bluetooth 5.3 LE. Each earbud has a 40mAh battery, and the charging case houses a 400mAh battery. The label location FCC document gives some hints on the design of the charging case. The image also confirms that the charging case will offer IPX5 water resistance.
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Realme Buds T100 FCC_1
Realme Buds T100 FCC_3
With these details already known, it appears it may not take too long for the Realme Buds T100 to go official in markets like Malaysia and India.
In related news, Realme has confirmed that it will be holding a launch event on July 26 in India to announce 5G-powered AIoT devices. The Chinese manufacturer will be launching multiple products, such as new Bluetooth neckband earphones, a desktop monitor, the Realme Watch 3, the Realme Buds Air 3 Neo, and the Realme Pad X 5G tablet.
The Pad X will be the only tablet in its price segment to carry support for 5G connectivity. It will probably be priced at around Rs 20,000 in the country. The company is also expected to announce accessories like a smart keyboard and a stylus for the Pad X.
CIGA Design the award-winning mechanical watch brand is launching its latest Magician Inspired M Watch series on Indiegogo. The M series is a never before seen 3 -in-1 mechanical watch that gives you three distinct watch designs in a single watch.
Inspired by magicians who dazzle audiences with amazing tricks, CIGA Design has made the M series with the transformative mechanism technology wherein you have one inner case and three external cases that give you three different styles in a single watch. With these external cases, you get three different stylish geometrical designs on your wrist.
CIGA Design is known for its high-quality craftsmanship and with the M series, they have used eco-friendly high-quality materials built with a brand new hot stamping process resulting in a brilliant masterpiece. The highlight features of the M series lie in its breakthrough design that changes the single fixed case style used throughout the history of mechanical watches and allows users to mix and match their watches.
The key features include a double-sided and three-dimensional openwork dial design, a stylish inner case with three aesthetically gratifying geometrical outer cases, a hovering rotating gear instead of a traditional second hand, and a super luminous coating that gives you brilliant visuals. To know more about CIGA Design M Series Mechanical Watch and to support their campaign check out their project here.
Free Gift:
To add to the Magical theme of the M Series, the brand has hidden a Magicians Code in the metal words on the front of the outer package. Once you buy your watch, you can find it and send the code to CIGA Design’s official Facebook account at @CIGADesign. Once the code is verified and approved, you stand a chance to get an extra gift from CIGA Design.
CIGA DESIGN
CIGA Design was founded by Zhang Jianmin, one of China’s Top 10 Best Industrial Designers in 2016. As the first original designer wristwatch brand in China, CIGA Design redefines aesthetics at the wrist by incorporating modern mechanical art. CIGA Design’s “Blue Planet” series of watches was the Challenge Watch Prize Winner of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) in 2021 and was the first Chinese watch brand to be awarded the top award in the global watch sector.
The campaign will be expected to go live in August, and the price is about $600-800, if you are interested in this watch, subscribe to Indiegogo and get it at an early bird price.
The MSI HX series of gaming laptops have been released in India. The high-performance laptops feature 12th Gen Intel HX series processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card. The new MSI laptops are capable of an impressive performance for the gaming enthusiast.
The laptops offer both performance and cutting-edge innovation. This includes having the world’s first QHD 240Hz OLED screen, built-in color calibration, and an integrated mechanical keyboard. The keyboard comes with Cherry MX switches.
The lineup includes the MSI Titan GT77, Raider GE77 HX/67 HX, and the MSI Vector GP76 HX/ 66 HX. The Titan GT77 has a strong performance and a solid cooling architecture. It has an RGB Light bar and a mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX Ultra Low Switches. Its processor is a 16-core Intel HX series CPU that delivers up to 150W Maximum Turbo Power. The Overboost technology delivers 250W of combined power to the CPU and GPU. The laptop can have up to 128GB of memory and up to 32TB of storage.
The MSI Raider GE77 features a QHD OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate. It has a 0.2ms response time and a 1 million:1 contrast ratio. The laptop offers a wonderful experience for gaming and other applications. It offers a similar CPU performance as the Titan GT77 for an immersive and fast gaming experience. The MSI Vector GP76 has multiple innovative functionalities to satisfy different professionals and gaming choices. Be it gaming, engineering, or scientific computing, if the desire is a high performance, then the Vector is the answer. It uses Cooler Boost 5 Technology and MSI OverBoost to achieve up to 250W of power. Using the Vector GP76, gamers are assured of a fluid and excellent gaming experience.
The new lineup of high-performance laptops is available from MSI-authorized outlets across the country and online platforms. The starting price is Rs. 279,990 ($3,500), but the Vector GP76 models will arrive in August.
The first phone from Carl Pei’s new brand is official. With the Nothing phone (1), the OnePlus co-founder will try to make its brand unique as it aims to become the Apple of Android. The first phone by Nothing is not a flagship but it is an upper-midrange phone focused on design and minimalism. It is an amazing device sold at the right price and it is available in the global market, but there is to consider that it has a lot of rivals in the global market and it will not be easy for it to succeed. One of the most interesting rivals is the Motorola Edge 30, equipped with upper-midrange specifications and available with a more affordable price tag. This is a comparison between the specifications of the Nothing phone (1) and the Motorola Edge 30.
When it comes to the design, we can not avoid giving the gold medal to the Nothing phone (1). This device is a revolution, it comes with a transparent back housing a total of 160 LEDs which can be used for several things and customized. You can use those multiple lights as notification LEDs, but they can also tell you the charging status of your device while it is charging. Further, they can sync with your ringtone, and more. The handset comes with the IP53 certification making it dust resistant and splash resistant, it is built with a glass back protected by Gorilla Glass 5 and an aluminum frame. The Motorola Edge 30 is one of the thinnest and most lightweight smartphones of 2022, but these are the only interesting points of its design as it is definitely uglier and built with a plastic body.
Display
The Nothing phone (1) and the Motorola Edge 30 are equipped with amazing displays. The former has an OLED panel that is able to show up to one billion colors with a diagonal of 6.55 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10+ certification, and a peak brightness of up to 1,200 nits. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 just like the glass back. The Motorola Edge 30 has an AMOLED display with one billion colors, a diagonal of 6.5 inches, the HDR10+ certification, and a 144 Hz refresh rate. The most important difference between these two panels is the refresh rate, higher on the Motorola Edge 30. Both the handsets feature in-display fingerprint readers and stereo speakers for an improved audio experience, but they lack a 3.5 mm audio jack.
Specs & Software
The hardware departments of these two phones are very similar. They are both powered by the Snapdragon 778G Plus mobile platform by Qualcomm. It is an octa-core chipset built at 6 nm composed of a Cortex A78 CPU with a max frequency of 2.5 GHz, three Cortex A78 CPUs running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz, and four Cortex A55 CPUs with a frequency of 1.8 GHz, paired with an Adreno 642L GPU. What makes the difference is the memory configuration: the Nothing phone (1) offers up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage, while the Motorola Edge 30 stops at 8 GB of RAM. The Nothing device runs Nothing OS, very interesting customization with a minimalistic look close to stock Android. But the Motorola Edge 30 has a UI close to stock Android as well.
Camera
Even when it comes to the cameras, the differences between these two phones are just marginal. On the rear side, they both have a 50 MP main sensor with OIS (the Sony IMX766, as you could already expect) and a 50 MP ultrawide camera. But the Motorola Edge 30 adds a 2 MP macro camera, even though it is useless in most of the possible scenarios. Further, the Edge 30 wins the camera comparison because it comes with a superior selfie camera sporting a 32 MP resolution.
A very important advantage of the Nothing Phone (1) if compared to the Motorola Edge 30 is the battery. Its design is thicker and heavier, but the phone comes with a bigger lithium unit sporting a capacity of 4500 mAh. The Motorola Edge 30 is one of the thinnest and most lightweight phones out there, but its battery capacity is below the average with just 4020 mAh. Both phones feature 33W fast charging, but the Nothing phone (1) adds fast wireless charging with a power of 15W, while the Edge 30 can only be charged with a cable.
Price
The starting price of the Nothing Phone (1) in the European market is €499/$499 and it is currently its street price too. The Motorola Edge 30 can currently be purchased for less than €400/$400. The Nothing phone (1) wins the comparison due to its better design, bigger battery, and wireless charging. But the Edge 30 has a more affordable price, as well as a better selfie camera and a thinner and lighter design. Which one would you pick?
Nothing phone (1) vs Motorola Edge 30: PRO and CONS
OKAI has announced the Neon Lite ES10 electric kick scooter with a range of 30km and a top speed of 25km/h. OKAI has started accepting pre-orders for the new folding e-scooter in Europe although its release date is not specified. A $20 deposit for pre-orders and a $50 discount on the total price will be given.
The Neon Lite is a lightweight folding e-scooter at just 15kg. It is powered by a 300W motor which will likely deliver top speeds up to 25km/h. The kick scooter features color lighting and IP55 protection. The scooter has a mount on its handlebars for a smartphone. The Neon Lite ES10 LCD can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth to view ride and performance information on the go. The accompanying smartphone app can be used to control settings and optimize the riding experience.
According to OKAI, interested customers can sign up and enter a waitlist to pre-order the new e-scooter. The company is mum on the price of the scooter at this time, but this and more details are expected to be available in the coming weeks.
The OKAI NEON e-scooter is currently retailing at around $653, so the LITE version of the model could come at a reduced price. The NEON LITE e-scooter will be suitable for short trips due to its low range of 30km.
The AOC Gaming monitor U28G2XU2 with 4K resolution has been introduced. The new gaming monitor comes with some impressive features including a 144Hz display refresh rate, support for VESA Display/HDR 400, a 28-inch screen, and a 1ms GtG response time. The model will be available in several markets later this month.
The AOC Gaming is well-suited for gaming applications and will offer a great experience for gamers. Its 28-inch IPS panel uses WLED backlights and has a maximum brightness of 370 nits. The Gaming U28GXU2 follows the recent launch of the AOC PRO AG4344UXM recently. It also offers 178/178 viewing angles and the monitor supports Adaptive Sync. It can deliver 4K content in crisp form while also retaining a lagless audio performance. You can connect the device through its HDMI, USB 3.2 Gen 1, and two DisplayPort 1.4 ports. The expansive monitor offers a 1,000:1 static contrast ratio.
The model has the VESA Display HDR 400 certification, two 3W speakers, and an adjustable stand. A VESA mount is part of the package of the monitor. The stand provides the gaming monitor’s swivel, angle, and tilt adjustments. The model will be available in Europe and other markets although AOC has not provided the details.
The AOC Gaming U28G2XU2 is priced at about $815. We’ll keep our readers in the loop as other details of the gaming monitor become available including the exact release date.
Motorola is expected to launch a new premium smartphone called Moto Edge X30 Pro very soon. The company has been teasing the features of this handset for quite a while now. Today, one of the firm’s executives shared a camera sample from this upcoming phone.
Motorola Moto Edge X30 Pro (Codename: Frontier)
The upcoming Motorola Moto Edge X30 Pro has been confirmed to feature a 200MP primary camera. The device will use a 200MP ISOCELL HP1 sensor by Samsung.
Earlier today, a picture shot on this camera was shared by Chen Jin, General Manager of Lenovo China Mobile Business Department. The image showcases a bouquet of flowers.
As this picture is posted on Weibo, it’s possible to download the original file. Upon doing so, one can analyze the image if they want to.
Apart from a high-end camera sensor, the Moto Edge X30 Pro will also house the latest premium mobile SoC on the market — Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1.
According to teasers and leaks, the device will sport a 6.73-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with up to 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. It will be backed by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 125W fast wired charging.
Last but not least, the phone is said to come with a 50MP ultra-wide camera, a 12MP telephoto camera, and a 60MP front-facing camera.
Garmin has released a couple of cycling accessories to the Indian market. The Garmin Edge 1040 Solar GPS computer and Varia RCT715 radar-enabled light will enhance the cycling experience. The products are priced at Rs. 72,990 (~$913) and Rs. 40,490 (~$513) respectively. The products are available from Garmin’s online store, Amazon India and Synergizer.
The Garmin Edge 1040 Solar is a GPS computer that can last for up to 100 hours. It is designed using Garmin’s PowerGlass technology and multi-band GNSS technology. It provides precise navigational coordinates for the bike even in difficult conditions. It also affords real-time monitoring of the ride and can be easily set up. The Edge 1040 Solar can connect to a smartphone using the Garmin Connect app. The app allows the cyclist to manage his activity via activity profiles.
A trove of analytical information can be delivered by the Edge 1040 Solar. Some of the details include training load, concentration, recovery time, and climbing performance. The rider can also be updated with the remaining ascent and course details on a hilly ride. The Trailforks app can be downloaded to browse routes and ride information for several cities. The device easily integrates with the TacX indoor trainer and will automatically upload the ride data to Garmin Connect.
Garmin has provided safety tools for an enhanced cycling experience when using the Edge 1040 Solar. These features include incident detection and LiveTrack real-time location reports. The device weighs 133g and has 64GB of internal memory. The smart device can be connected via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and ANT+. It also has several sensors including a Gyroscope, Accelerometer, and Magnetometer.
Garmin Varia RCT715
The Garmin Varia RCT715 is a cyclist’s delight. It is a radar-enabled taillight and camera that delivers crisp and clear video recording while on the go. It can record 1080p videos with up to 30fps, which can be easily uploaded to other devices. You can also access video footage and adjust the camera settings. Users can receive rear-view radar notifications when using the Varia RCT715 and it can integrate seamlessly with other apps.
The battery life of the device is between 4 and 6 hours depending on the taillight’s usage. Three camera modes – Continuous, Off, and Radar-Activated are present in the device. A 16GB external memory is included in the package of Varia RCT715. Its onboard Accelerometer can automatically lock footage on incident detection and the Varia app provides additional functionality.
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