OnePlus is gearing up to launch its next flagship phone, the OnePlus 10T. It is expected to debut soon in at least two markets, such as China and India. At present, it is unclear which other markets will be receiving the 10T. A recent report claimed have it that the 10T may go official between July 25 and August 1 in India. It appears that its China launch may not be far away as it has been approved by the 3C authority (via) of the country.
AnTuTu benchmarks recently revealed a OnePlus flagship phone with model number PGP110. The device recorded a marvellous benchmarking score of 1,131,151. The same device has now received approval from the 3C authority.
The 3C certification of the device reveals that the OnePlus 10T may ship with a 160W charger. The model number of the charger is VCK8HACH. This charger, which offers the highest charging speed of 20V/8A (160W) was certified by 3C at the beginning of this year. There have been rumors about the OnePlus 10T that it will support 150W fast charging, even though it may come with a 160W charger.
OnePlus 10T specifications (rumored)
The OnePlus 10T will arrive with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that produces a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The variant heading to China will have a 16-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit.
OnePlus 10T renders by Steve Hemmerstoffer / Smartprix
The 10T will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, up to 16 GB of RAM, up to 512 GB of storage, and a 4,800mAh battery with 150W charging support. The phone will run on the Android 12 OS and ColorOS 12.1. For security, it will have an in-screen fingerprint scanner.
The Honor X40i has debuted in China as the successor to the Honor X30i from last year. Some of its major highlights include a slim design measuring 7.43mm, support for 40W fast charging, and 50-megapixel dual rear cameras. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the device.
Honor X40i specifications and features
The Honor X40i measures 7.43mm in thickness and weighs 175 grams. It has a flat-edge design and houses a 6.7-inch LTPS LCD punch-hole display that supports a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2388 pixels. The screen-to-body ratio of the device is 93.6 percent.
Honor X40i
The X40i is powered by the Dimensity 700 chipset, 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, and up to 5 GB of virtual RAM. The device offers 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. The phone packs a 4,000mAh battery that supports 40W fast charging.
The rear camera setup of the Honor X40i has two camera rings intersecting each other. It comprises a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and an LED flash in the centre. For selfies, the X40i is fitted with an 8-megapixel front camera.
Honor X40i
The Honor X40i starts up with Android 12.0 and Magic UI 6.1 on top. The device is equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner and carries support for AI face unlock. The handset comes with other features like dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and a USB-C port.
Honor X40i price and availability
The Honor X40i comes in three variants, such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,599 Yuan (~$238), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,799 Yuan (~$268), and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,999 Yuan (~$297). It comes in four colors: pink, silver, green, and black.
The OPPO K10 series brought a lot of people into confusion. In China, this lineup is composed of high-end smartphones, while in India, it only includes affordable devices. Today, we are talking about the Indian models, not about the Chinese ones. The Indian variants are the vanilla OPPO K10 and the OPPO K10 5G: they both sell in the sub-Rs. 20,000 price range and they offer pretty good specifications if we consider their prices. But if we exclude the 5G connectivity, which other differences can we find between these two models? Given that a lot of people are surely wondering which one to choose, we decided to answer this question through a comparison between the specifications of the 4G version of the OPPO K10 and the OPPO K10 5G.
OPPO K10 vs OPPO K10 5G
OPPO K10
OPPO K10 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
164.4 x 75.7 x 8.4 mm,
189 g
163.8 x 75.1 x 8 mm,
190 g
DISPLAY
6.59 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels (Full HD+), IPS LCD
Triple 50 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.0 front camera
Dual 48 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.4
8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY
5000 mAh, fast charging 33W
5000 mAh, fast charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Dual SIM, IP5X certification
5G, dual SIM
Design
Despite these two phones being two variants of the same series, their designs are different and you can easily distinguish each of them, even if you are not an expert. The 4G version comes with a camera module with rounded corners, unlike the 5G version. Further, it comes with a lucid texture on the upper part of the rear cover making it more elegant and catchier. Last but not least, the 4G variant has a punch hole on the display, while the 5G version has an uglier waterdrop notch. Even though the OPPO K10 4G has bigger dimensions, it wins the design comparison. Note that the 4G variant is protected by the IP5X certification making it dustproof, while the 5G variant has the IPX4 making it splash resistant: do you prefer a dustproof phone or a splash resistant one? The choice is up to you, depending on your actual needs.
Display
The displays of the OPPO K10 and its 5G variant are slightly different in terms of dimensions and they have different resolutions, but the rest is nearly identical and they have the same specifications. They are two IPS LCD panels with a 90 Hz refresh rate and a typical brightness of 480 nits which goes up to 600 nits. The important difference is the resolution: with the 4G variant, you get a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels, while the 5G one has an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. This is the reason why the OPPO K10 4G provides a higher level of definition. However, both are affordable panels and they are very far from the high-end segment due to their below-average color reproduction and the LCD technology. Both the handsets are equipped with in-display fingerprint readers, but the 5G variant is the only one with stereo speakers and it provides a better audio experience.
Specs & Software
First of all, even though you already know it, the OPPO K10 5G is the only one from this duo with a 5G modem inside. But that is not all: it even comes with a better chipset: the Dimensity 810 by Mediatek built at 6 nm and running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz. This SoC not only includes a 5G modem, but it also offers higher CPU and GPU performance than the Snapdragon 680 4G found on the original OPPO K10. The memory configurations are the same, with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage which you can furtherly expand through a micro SD slot. Another important advantage of the OPPO K10 5G is the software version: it runs Android 12 out of the box, customized by ColorOS 12.1, while the 4G variant ships with Android 11 out of the box, customized by ColorOS 12.
Camera
The best camera phone of this duo is the OPPO K10 5G. First of all, it features a better main camera: a 50 MP sensor with an f/1.8 focal aperture, capturing photos with higher definition and better performance in low light conditions. Further, it has an additional 2 MP sensor for macro shots besides a 2 MP depth sensor, while the 4G variant only has one single 2 MP depth sensor paired with a 48 MP main camera. Last but not least, the 5G variant comes with a superior front camera with a 16 MP resolution.
There are no differences when it comes to the batteries: both phones are equipped with 5000 mAh batteries and they support 33W fast charging. However, the K10 5G should provide longer battery life because it has a lower display resolution.
Price
The starting price of the OPPO K10 in India is Rs. 15,740 / $197 for the base variant with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, while the 5G variant costs Rs. 18,695 / $234 in the 8/128 GB configuration. While the former offers a better display and cameras, the latter provides a better chipset, 5G, and Android 12. Which one would you pick?
WhatsApp has released many new features to make the instant messaging app more practical and fun to use. One such addition is the message reactions that allow users the ability to quickly react to a message with six preset emotes.
Now, WhatsApp has expanded upon this feature making it so that the users can react with any emoji they want. With the most recent beta version for Android and iOS, WhatsApp users now have a new “+” option next to the six pre-set emojis, allowing you to choose any other emoji for the message reaction.
Additionally, the emoji tray will contain a search box so users may browse for an emoji that is more appropriate. Additionally, WhatsApp will now allow users to change the emoji’s skin tone, which was previously unavailable.
The stable version of WhatsApp is also receiving the upgrade gradually, and all users will have access to this feature in the coming days.
Separately, the WhatsApp beta build has recently introduced a new feature that expands upon the latest privacy-focused changes made to the platform. users already have the ability to hide their last seen, profile picture, and status updates/stories from certain contacts added in an ‘exclusion list’. Now, the beta build has expanded upon it by giving users the option to hide their online status from people on the exclusion list. This means that contacts added to the exclusion list won’t be able to see whenever you are online and using the instant messaging app.
The Honda MS01 electric moped has been announced. It is the electric version of the popular Cub model and will sell in China. About 5,000 units of the model will be available for local deliveries, although it may expand to other markets.
The Honda Cub has a rich history. It is one of the iconic models of the Honda brand. It has sold more than 100 million units across the world since it was first sold over six decades ago. The motorcycle was simply revolutionary in its time and had a strong marketing campaign. The Cub is a small-capacity bike but struck a chord among urban dwellers globally. It was the perfect vehicle for navigating through the chaos and buzz of crowded cities.
The mass-produced motorcycle was accessible to millions due to its simple design, low power, and affordability. The MS01 is a culmination of the development of the EV Cub concept which was introduced in 2009. Honda may have stalled over the years, but it is revving up its focus on EV two-wheelers. This is more poignant as more manufacturers are in a race to transit substantially to EV production. Europe’s target for exiting internal combustion engine sales in the region is 2035. Honda has partnered with Japanese tech giant Sony to create EVs with a mix of both companies’ expertise.
The Honda MS01 is priced at around $742 in China. It is an affordable and sustainable option for short urban trips. It has a range of 65km on a single charge and is expected to be the forerunner of a more powerful Honda model. Honda and Muji collaborated on the model and we expect more partnerships going forward.
A court in Colombia has banned the sale of 5G iPhones and iPads in the country. This is the culmination of the Ericsson patent case. The court ruled that the specified Apple products infringe on a patent owned by Ericsson.
The Bogota court ruled in favor of Ericsson who had accused Apple of infringing on its 5G patent. The court in the country’s capital ruled that Apple’s 5G hardware infringed on a 2019 Ericsson patent which subsists till 2035. The ruling was made back in April and Ericsson has proceeded to enforce the ruling. Ericsson posted a $50,000 bond in May 2022. The Court thereafter ordered a preliminary injunction last week which affects Apple’s Colombia subsidiary.
The court injunction specifically bans apple from importing, selling, advertising, or commercializing any products that infringe on the patent. The Court also put on notice the regulatory authorities in the country to ensure compliance with the injunction. The order by the court has resulted in Apple filing an antisuit damages case in a Texas court.
Apple claims that the Colombian injunction gives Ericsson an undue advantage to pressure Apple into paying royalties. It is thus seeking an order from the court that Ericsson must indemnify Apple for any fines, fees, penalties, and costs due to the Colombian injunction.
The present case adds to the raft of patent lawsuits relating to the patents. There are several other lawsuits in Europe, the UK, and the US.
It was a momentous decision by LG to exit the smartphone market last year. In the process of pulling the plugs, a few of LG’s products in development were left in the lurch. The LG Rollable display smartphone is one such model. A video detailing the Rollable with a motorized mechanism was spotted on YouTube. The device has a flexible AMOLED screen. The Rollable was meant to be the next model in the Explorer Project.
The video shows a prototype of the canceled Rollable. It sports a unique design and could have been well-suited for Android 12L functionality. Other models that suffered the same fate as the Rollable were the V70 ThinQ and Velvet 2 Pro. The LG Wing and V50 ThinQ are among the last models that were released by the company. The Rollable was introduced during CES 2021 but LG subsequently announced its exit from the smartphone market later in the year.
The video shows that the Rollable smartphone comes with a shortcut to activate the rolling mechanism. The shortcut worked smoothly and quickly when activated. The smartphone’s UI reflows as the device is opened. It is also possible to set an expanded layout and view a portion of the home screen when the Rollable phone is closed. The Rollable’s AMOLED panel also features innovative technology. We are yet to see a rollable device from OEMs but it may just be a matter of time.
After months of teasing, Nothing has finally launched its first smartphone called the Nothing Phone (1). So let’s take a look at all of its specifications and features in detail.
Design & display
Starting off with the design, the Phone (1) is quite unique from other smartphones on the market. The company has made this device with a transparent back cover that reveals the grooves and outlines of the hardware inside the smartphone.
A clean-looking camera bump is tucked away in the top left corner of the device, which is outlined by one of the most unique features of the smartphone, the LED lights. The Nothing Phone (1) comes with a Glyph interface made up of over 900 LEDs. This is basically a multi-purpose notification light that can do more than just let you know that you got a notification.
It can act as a progress bar for when you are charging the phone, indicate when a device is being wirelessly reverse charged, and can also let you know who’s calling you when your phone is silent and faced down. Additionally, it also has custom notification light patterns to go with different apps. Other than that, the device features flat aluminum edges that give it a premium feel.
Up front, the Phone (1) comes with a 6.55-inch OLED Full HD+ AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. It has 500 nits typical brightness, 1,200 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ support, and 10-bit color. The display has a punch-hole located at the top left for the front camera and features Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor. The display has even bezels going around it giving the screen a premium look.
Specs
Coming to what’s under the hood, the device houses a Snapdragon 778G+ chipset paired with the Adreno 642L GPU. It comes configured with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It uses a 4,500mAh battery to keep the lights on and pairs it with 33W fast charging support. The company states that the Phone (1) can be charged to full in about an hour. The device also has 15W wireless charging and 5W reverse wireless charging.
Software-wise, the Phone (1) comes with the Nothing OS which is pretty close to stock Android 12 and doesn’t have any bloatware. The brand is currently working on making the phone compatible with their devices (Nothing Ear 1) along with third-party devices like Tesla cars. Nothing promises 3 years of Android updates and 4 years of security patches every 2 months for the Phone (1).
Cameras
For optics, the Nothing Phone (1) brings 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. The primary sensor has support for both optical image stabilization and electronic image stabilization. The primary camera is accompanied by a 50-megapixel Samsung JN1 ultra-wide sensor with 114 degrees field of view. Up front, the smartphone gets a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 sensor for snapping selfies and video calls.
Pricing & Availability
The Nothing Phone (1) has debuted globally with the following price tags:
UK
8GB + 128GB – £399
8GB + 256GB – £449
12GB + 256GB – £499
The device will be available for purchase for the first time at Kiosk, Covent Garden on July 16. After which, the phone will arrive at partner retail stores on July 18. Finally, starting July 21, the device will be made available for purchase on Nothing.tech website.
The company has yet to announce the pricing and availability of the smartphone in other regions like Europe, Asia, etc.
As for India, Nothing’s site reveals that the smartphone will start from ₹31,999 in the country, but the pricing of the higher variants is still under wraps. So, stay tuned for more updates on the matter.
Electric fans have always been the most important tool for the general public to beat the heat. However, we know that the electric fan does not directly cool down the temperature, but uses the blowing airflow to accelerate the airflow on the surface of the object so that the heat of the object is taken away by more air, thus achieving the purpose of cooling.
The key to this is the blowing airflow, as long as the airflow can be blown, the appearance of electric fans can actually be designed into a lot of looks, so in recent years, a variety of new fans with a very different appearance from the traditional electric fan, and the bladeless fan is one of them.
In fact, the bladeless fan is the fan blade is hidden inside the base, after careful observation will find that there are many small dense holes in the base of the bladeless fan, the turbine fan inside the base rotates at high speed, a large amount of air is sucked from these holes, and then pushed upward after being pressurized, and blown out at high speed from the gap at the edge of the fan ring area, and the air blown out at high speed will have a certain viscosity, the air around Also entrained together with the flow.
First, let’s take a look at some of the official descriptions of this product：
AIRMATE Oscillating tower fan ensures effective airflow distribution in the room thanks to its 60°/120° wide angle oscillation and 180m/min velocity. You can also enjoy clean air within 12 minutes with the inbuilt Airmate HEPA Air Purifier that refreshes air 5x per hour even in rooms as large as 219 ft².
AIRMATE air purifiers avoid using UV-C light, an air-purifying method that produces harmful ozone and secondary pollution based on research. True HEPA filter captures 99.9% of particles as small as 0.3 microns, such as dust, smoke, pollen, etc. Breathe freely as the active carbon filter reduces formaldehyde and odors from pets, smoking, and cooking.
Stay cool during hot summer days! Choose from 5 modes (Turbo, Soft, Natural, AI Breeze, and Jet Flow Wind), and 24-speed levels according to your preference. The AI Smart Wind feature helps you adjust fan speed according to room temperature. Compact and portable, you can easily carry it to your bedroom, study, or office.
This floor tower fan provides fresh air without rotating blades, its leafless design will not hurt pets and babies. It provides a well-dispersed gentle breeze instead of the old-school jet-focused airflow and covers up to 590 sq. ft. It’s also easy to clean, just wipe the surface with a rag.
The control panel has lots of information, you can select the swing angle at 2 2 options: 60 degrees and 120 degrees, with different wind modes, and airflow.
In terms of product design, the shape of this AIRMATE bladeless fan is very technological and interesting, which suits the modern aesthetics. AIRMATE bladeless fan uses a dark gray body design, the overall look is very simple and stylish, and the whole body has a strong metal texture, like a very fine now technology machine. The control panel of the Airmate is designed on top of the fan, and the control panel looks very simple. The advantage of having the control panel on top of the fan is that it is easier to operate as there is no need to bend down.
We did a noise test on this Airmate bladeless fan, at the minimum wind speed, the noise generated by this fan is almost inaudible, At a distance of 2m, if we do not deliberately observe, we can hardly notice the noise. Even at the maximum wind speed, the noise is also very small. Two meters from the fan, the measured noise value is 56dB. It is the quietest fan I ever used.
This Airmate bladeless fan is designed with an air purification treatment system, which is the regular operation of the bladeless fan. After all, the bladeless fan is not good for dismantling and washing, and if the air is not purified, after a period of use, there will be dust, lint, etc. adhering to the fan blades, air ducts, and air outlet holes of the turbo fan, which will inevitably result in reduced wind power, odor and air pollution caused by bacteria. At the bottom of the fan’s air inlet, there is a HEPA filter, through which the air can be filtered out of pollutants and dust. After our test, this product on the air PM2.5 filtration effect is very good performance, in the bedroom, study and other small room use, the effect achieved is comparable to air purifiers.
In terms of price, this fan is slightly more expensive than other ordinary bladeless fans, however, if you look at the appearance and features of this product is very attractive.
The official original price of this Airmate bladeless fan is $459.99, but now, on Amazon Prime Day, this product only costs $279.99 before July 20. If you like this Airmate bladeless fan very much, you shouldn’t miss this discount opportunity. For more product details of this Airmate fan, please check it at the official website, or buy it at Amazon US.
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The Indian electric vehicle market is on an upward drive, drawing lots of foreign manufacturers and experts to the burgeoning market. A recent government tax cut for EV batteries is a clear indication of the massive support coming from the government. The Indian EV market could soon be boosted with a Honda e-scooter. The Honda U-Go e-scooter patent application has been filed in India.
While there is no official confirmation yet that Honda will launch the U-Go in India, it is a plausible possibility. Several patent applications connected to EVs have been filed in recent times in India. The electric two-wheeler and four-wheeler market in the subcontinent is blossoming on the back of strong government support. A recent 13 percentage-point cut in the GST rate for EV battery packs by the government is bound to stimulate more activity.
The scooter is designed as a small two-wheeler for daily urban commutes. It is 179cm long and weighs 83kg. It has a wrap-around design with some graphics on the body panels. The headlight cluster has an inverted DRL and there are LED turn indicators on the handlebar’s sides. There is also LED lighting at the rear for the tail lights. It has a 12-inch front wheel with telescopic suspension. The disc brake system is housed in the front of the e-scooter while a drum brake is at the rear. The rear wheel of the U-Go version in China is 10 inches in size.
The Honda U-Go e-scooter which is currently available in China comes with some decent features. It has a BLDC motor in two sizes – 800W and 1,200W. Its replaceable Lithium-ion battery offers a range of 75km, which can be extended to 130km using the dual battery pack. The scooter can reach a top speed of 53km/h. The coming weeks may see an announcement by Honda concerning the patented scooter.
The Amazfit GTS 4 Mini has been launched and it comes with several improvements from the GTS 2 Mini. It has a 1.65-inch AMOLED screen and a battery that can last up to 15 days. The Amazfit GTS 4 Mini is already selling in the US for $119.99. The smartwatch could be available later in India.
The GTS 4 Mini is the successor to the GTS 2 Mini and is the first model in the GTS 4 series. Its AMOLED panel is 0.1-inch bigger than that of the GTS 2 Mini and it has the always-on display technology. The display bends into the frame of the smartwatch and there is a single physical button on the smartwatch. It features health and fitness monitoring including heart rate and SpO2, as well as more than 120 sports modes. The 15 days of battery life of the GTS 4 Mini is thanks to its 270mAh battery. When the device is on battery saver mode, its battery could extend to 45 days.
Amazfit GTS 4 Mini
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Although Amazfit has made a global announcement of the new GTS 4 series smartwatch, it is yet to be available outside the United States. It could berth in India soon with some vendors already penciled for its sale. Up to four color variants will ultimately be available for the GTS 4 Mini. It has already been posted by Amazon India although no release details were provided.
India has seen rapid growth in its electric vehicle numbers due to several intervening reasons. Both the central and regional governments have implemented incentive programs that have propelled the country forward in the EV revolution. However, the Indian government has made another tumultuous decision to reduce the GST of battery packs from 18% to a flat 5%. This means that 13 percentage points have been slashed from the GST for cars whether they are fitted with a battery or not.
The move by the Indian government to give this huge concession on GST is meant to further stimulate the production and demand of EVs in the subcontinent. The statement from India’s Finance Ministry noted that the decision on the GST rate cut was taken by the GST Council last month. EV manufacturers and by extension, Indian consumers are direct beneficiaries of the slash in EV batteries taxes. The battery pack of an electric vehicle accounts for up to 50% of its cost.
This is the second time the Indian government is slashing the GST rate in four years. In 2018, it was slashed from 28% to 18%. This provided additional incentives for EV manufacturers to set up shops in India. The Indian subcontinent has seen a surge in manufacturing and sales of EVs in the last two years. This move will further stimulate the market for the delivery of renewable energy vehicles and lower carbon footprint. The trickle-down benefits of this move could enhance capacity and demand across the EV ecosystem in India.
Samsung was the number one smartwatch brand in India in the first quarter of 2022. It registered strong double-digit growth in the country. According to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker, the South Korean brand recorded a 65 percent volume market share in the smartwatch category. Meanwhile, Samsung also captured 31 percent market share in the TWS segment during the three months between January to March.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 was the main driver of growth in the smartwatch segment. It achieved a double-digit quarter-on-quarter performance. The device was launched in August last year and it packed impressive features like AMOLED display, 16GB storage, body monitor, and various health sensors. It also ran on Wear OS out of the box. Samsung ensured a wider availability of the Galaxy Watch4 across both online and offline channels which made it reach the masses.
In the TWS category, the Galaxy Buds 2 was the key driver for Samsung. The earphones were also launched last August. Samsung is expected to launch the successors to the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Buds2 at an unpacked event next month.
As per IDC report, Apple was the second leading brand in the smartwatch segment with 22.7 percent market share. Fitbit, Fossil, and Garmin completed the top five list with 4.7, 3.5, and 1.7 percent market share respectively.
IDC has slightly different benchmarks for what qualifies as a smartwatch. As per IDC, any wearable that can run third-party apps and has an app store is a smartwatch. IDC classified watches by Noise and BoAt as basic watches.
Last month, Infinix launched the INBook X1 Slim laptop in India featuring Intel’s 10th Gen processors. Now, the company is gearing up to launch another laptop in the Indian market dubbed the Infinix INBook X1 Neo.
Infinix InBook X1 Noble Red
The INBook X1 Neo laptop will be focused on students. Ahead of the official launch, the company has revealed some key specs of the laptop.
According to the information available, the INBook X1 will be one of the lightest and most powerful laptops in its class. It weighs only 1.24 kg and will be available in three processor configurations: i3 (256/512GB), i5 (512GB), and the fastest i7 (512GB).
Infinix INBook X1 Aurora Green
As it is designed specifically for students, we can expect the laptop to offer a decent battery life and a sleek body. It is also rumored to have a starting price under ₹25,000. However, there is no confirmation from the brand yet. The laptop is expected to launch on July 18th in India, therefore, we will likely learn more about it in the coming days. So, stay tuned for more updates on the INBook X1 Neo laptop.
Tecno Camon 19 and Camon 19 Neo have launched in India today. The former is the successor to last year’s Camon 18. Both the latest offerings pack identical specifications apart from few differences in camera and design. Read on to know more about the Camon 18 duo below.
Tecno Camon 19 Pro
Tecno Camon 19 and 19 Neo specifications and features
The Tecno Camon 19 and 19 Neo come with a centre-aligned punch-hole FHD+ LCD display measuring 6.8-inches. Both phones feature a boxy form factor, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and two camera rings on the back panel. The regular variant has a gradient back panel whereas the Neo model has a geometric pattern.
Under the hood, the Tecno Camon 19 and Camon 19 Neo are powered by an Helio G85 processor. It is paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage with support for a microSD card slot. The devices come with 5GB extendable RAM technology up to 11GB. The Camon 19 duo are backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging and run on Android 12 OS out of the box.
On the imaging front, the Tecno Camon 19 has a 64MP main sensor whereas the Neo model comes with a 48MP lens. Both devices have 2MP depth and 2MP AI lenses. The regular variant is fitted with a 16MP front-facing snapper whereas the Camon 19 Neo has a 32MP shooter.
Tecno Camon 19 and 19 Neo price in India
The Tecno Camon 19 costs Rs 14,999 and is offered in Eco Black, Sea White, and Geometric Green colours. On the other hand, the Camon 19 Neo carries a special launch price tag of Rs 12,499 and can be availed in Eco Black, Ice Mirror, and Dreamland Green colours. The regular variant will be available across retail outlets whereas the Neo model will go on sale starting July 23rd on Amazon.
Infinix has just launched the Infinix 32-inch Y1 HD smart TV in the Indian market. The TV comes with a super affordable price tag and targets the entry-level smart TV segment in the country. So, let’s take a look at its specs and features.
Infinix 32-inch Y1 specs & features
The Infinix Y1 comes with a 32-inch HD-ready panel featuring a 1366 x 768 pixels resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. It has a maximum brightness level of 250nits. The TV has slim bezels all around the display panel.
For audio, the TV comes with 20W box speakers tuned by Dolby Audio, and on the inside, it features a quad-core processor, 512 MB of RAM, and 4 GB of storage. The TV does not run on an Android-based OS and rather features a custom OS with apps like Prime Video, Zee5, YouTube, SonyLIV, Aaj Tak, and more pre-installed on the TV. Other apps can also be downloaded on the TV via the app store.
For connectivity, the Y1 TV has three HDMI ports, two USB ports, an optical port, a LAN port, Miracaste, and a cast option. The TV remote features hotkeys with shortcuts for YouTube, Browser, and Prime Video.
Pricing & availability
The Infinix 32-inch Y1 Smart TV has a price tag of ₹8,999 and will be available to purchase via Flipkart from July 18th.
Earlier this year, HDM Global showcased the Nokia C21 and the C21 Plus smartphones at MWC 2022. Now, the Nokia C21 Plus has been launched in India. So, let’s take a look at what the smartphone has to offer.
Nokia C21 Plus specs & features
Starting off with its design, the C21 Plus features a curved back that houses a rectangular camera module and a fingerprint reader. It has curved edges that house the power button and volume rocker on the right side.
On the front, it features a 6.5-inch HD+ display that offers a screen resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels with an aspect ratio of 20:9. It has thick bezels and a water-drop notch for the front camera.
Under the hood, it features a Unisoc SC9863A octa-core processor, coupled with PowerVR GE8322 GPU. The device is offered in two RAM and storage configurations – 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB. The device has a large 5050mAh battery that features 10W fast charging. As for software, the C21 Plus operates on Android 11 GO Edition. Nokia has promised two years of quarterly security updates for the device.
For optics, the C21 Plus has a dual-camera setup on the back consisting of a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. On the front, the device comes with a 5-megapixel selfie snapper.
Pricing and availability
The Nokia C21 Plus has a starting price of ₹10,299 (3GB + 32GB model), while the 4GB + 64GB model can be purchased for ₹11,299. It comes in Dark Cyan and Warm Grey colors and can be purchased from Nokia.com. It will soon be made available on popular e-commerce sites as well as in offline stores.
Vivo has launched a number of T series of smartphones in India recently. Now, a recent teaser has confirmed the launch of the T1x model in the region. The device has also been spotted on Flipkart as well, so let’s have a look.
The Chinese smartphone maker shared the news on its official Indian Twitter handle. Looking at the tweet, the company teased the upcoming launch of the Vivo T1x model. While this will be the latest T series handset in India, the device was previously launched in other markets like the Philippines. So, we know that the smartphone is equipped with a Snapdragon 680 SoC that is paired with 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.
On the front, it sports a 6.58 inch LCD panel that has a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It also has an 8 megapixel front facing camera. On the rear, the T1x features a triple camera setup that includes a 50 megapixel primary sensor, and two 2 megapixel shooters. Under the hood, a large 5,000mAh battery pack powers the device, which also supports 18W fast charging as well.
Other features include dual SIM support, dual band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Multi Turbo 5.0, Type-C, 4GB Virtual RAM expansion, and a side mounted fingerprint scanner. The Vivo T1x runs on the Android 12 OS based Funtouch OS 12 and was launched in the Phillippines in two color options, namely Gravity Black and Space Blue. Unfortunately, the exact launch date is currently unknown, but it is expected to be right around the corner, so stay tuned for more updates.
Up for review today we have the ILIFE’s latest Robot Vacuum cleaner, the ILIFE A11, in our studio. Compared to its predecessor, the A10, the A11 is a vast improvement. It features the latest LiDAR for better mapping and navigating. And as a 2-in-1 robot vacuum that can mop as well, it’s quite a surprise for the brand-new powerful cleaning performance. We’ve had it in service for over a month now and we did have a good time during the experience and tests.
Performance
The ILIFE A11 comes with up to 4000Pa suction power for super-powerful vacuuming, which is also the most powerful suction that we’ve ever tested. On the other hand, when activating the maximum power, you have to take the noise created by the beast. But actually, the noise level outputted by the A11 is not that annoying if you compare it to other robot vacuums like iRobot Roomba series. Meanwhile, the A11 is allowed to run under three different suction modes: Max, Auto, and quiet.
We used a sound meter to measure the noise levels of the three power settings from 5 feet away. The test showed that the robot vacuum has a decibel range of 42-50dB, which is more acceptable than we thought at first. The quiet mode is the one I have been using very often. It wouldn’t much disturb you from working, conversations or even watching TV.
For the few weeks that I used the ILIFE A11, its cleaning performance is impressive, which is close to those expensive models I’ve used, such as Roomba S9+. We placed it on 2 different floor types, including hardwood and carpet, and then let it fight with different debris and hairs. Overall, the A11 performs pretty well against most debris, while it might be struggling a bit with tiny debris on carpet. Even though, it’s still likely to remove about 90% of those deeply hidden debris.
In addition, the A11 is a great choice for removing hairs from the floor. But at the same time, hairs could be tangled around the brushroll after cleaning. But thanks to the included hook/blade tool, users are able to easily remove any tangled hair around the brushroll.
Cleaning efficiency
Considering that the A11 is capable of mopping and vacuuming at the same time, it’s more efficient than most vacuums that lack a mopping function. The A11 could be equipped with a 2-in-1 water tank (300ml dustbin + 200ml water tank) or an extra larger dustbin (450ml).
So to activate both vacuuming and mopping, you need to replace the dustbin with the water tank that is filled with water and attach the mop cloth to it. You are allowed to choose from 3 water flow levels for mopping. The mop cloth is large enough to guarantee decent cleaning, especially for hardwood.
In my living place, I preferred to use the 2-in-1 mode for cleaning up liquid stains, but meanwhile, I also need to empty rubbish from the water tank more often.
The A11 vacuum comes with a built-in 4900mAh battery, which supports cleaning for up to 150mins with a single charge, equal to an area of about 4 rooms. Even though it failed to complete its task at once, it still could automatically find its way home to get recharged and then continue the cleaning task.
Mapping and navigating
LiDAR sensor is the most effective sensor for mapping that I’ve ever experienced on a Robot vacuum. No exception for the ILIFE A11. And to make sure the robot can accurately map and navigate the area, the laser sensor would also work with the built-in infrared sensors and boundary sensors. So we can see the A11 has excellent navigational performance along with a good capacity to get out of trouble. But the Robot may avoid an obstacle by recognizing it with a slight collision. So it’s better to keep the floor clean of objects that cannot take a collision like that.
As for the first mapping, it took less than 5 minutes the whole process and generate a digital map on the app. And the A11 supports multi-layout mapping, which is good for those living with multi-floors. And other map features like no-go zone and customized map cleaning are also available on the companion app, ILIFE VAC.
ILIFE VAC app plus remote control
The companion app is easy to use. The app gives access to all the features of the robot vacuum. Users can easily set them up and start mapping with the app. And you can also set up a cleaning schedule for the vacuum or activate a customized running mode for different scenarios. Some special cleaning mode is useful for meeting different scenarios. For example, you can trigger the edge cleaning, where the robot would only focus on the edges around the rooms. It’s also a feature that we didn’t have on most robot vacuums. Meanwhile, using the app has another great benefit, which is to check all the cleaning cycles with detailed records, such as the time, area, duration, and even the corresponding map for each run.
In addition to the app, the ILIFE A11 also comes with remote control for those who would rather not use the app on a phone. Although I prefer to use the phone app, I have great respect for the remote control since some elders are still not used to using mobile phones. With the remote control, users can adjust the major settings of the robot vacuum.
The simplest way to control the robot is to press the 2 buttons on the body, which can send the robot home and start auto cleaning.
Conclusion
To conclude, the ILIFE A11 has addressed almost all the annoying problems of the previous model and brought quite a few useful new features for effective running and cleaning. During these few weeks, we even prefer to use it to clean up the office rather than more expensive models in the corner. And thanks to the multiple control ways, we don’t specifically use the app with the binding accounts on a certain phone. The remote control is definitely a better way for some user groups, like big families with elders. Now the robot vacuum is available in online stores like Amazon. You can check the link here for the latest pricing information, and the brand is offering a Prime Day Deal now, you can check the link here for the latest pricing information.
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