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Samsung Galaxy S23 series may not feature upgraded telephoto sensor

Samsung is gearing up to launch the next-generation foldable smartphone but the South Korean giant is also working on the upcoming Galaxy S-series flagship phones, details of which have leaked online multiple times.

Now, if the latest report is to be believed, then the telephoto camera sensor on the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus’ camera module won’t be upgraded.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Concept Render
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Concept Render by Technizo Concept

As per the report, the Samsung Galaxy S23 series will keep using the same 10-megapixel telephoto sensor that is found in the Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus smartphones. It is not yet known what it will be for the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

It remains to be seen if the unchanged camera sensor is limited to the telephoto lens or if the entire back camera setup remains the same. The information available so far is unconfirmed, so even if it’s true for now, it can be changed given that the S23 series launch is still months away.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus are expected to come with an upgraded front-facing camera. This time, the flagship smartphones will feature a 12-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

Although the exact launch date for the next-generation Samsung Galaxy S-series smartphones has not been revealed, the devices could get launched in the month of January or February, based on the company’s track record.

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Tecno Spark 9T vs Tecno Spark 9 Pro: Specs Comparison

This month Tecno released two great affordable phones: the Tecno Spark 9T and the Tecno Spark 9 Pro. They are very beautiful phones to be just entry-level devices. Their designs are pretty original and they also come with interesting specifications if we consider their actual prices. They do not feature the 5G connectivity, but they are very affordable and a lot of people are wondering which one to buy, given that they belong to the same range. This is a comparison between the specifications of the Tecno Spark 9T and the Tecno Spark 9 Pro which will help you to understand the differences between these two budget phones.

Tecno Spark 9T vs Tecno Spark 9 Pro

Tecno Spark 9 Pro Tecno Spark 9T
DIMENSIONS 164.2 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm 164.3 x 75.6 x 8.7 mm
DISPLAY  6.6 inches, 1080 x 2460p (Full HD+), IPS LCD  6.6 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR MediaTek Helio G85, octa-core 2 GHz Mediatek Helio G37, octa-core 2.3 GHz
MEMORY 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB, micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE  Android 12, HiOS  Android 12, HiOS
CONNECTIVITY  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth, GPS  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS
CAMERA Triple 50 + 2 MP + QVGA, f/1.6 + f/2.4 + f/2.0
32 MP front camera
Triple 13 + 2 MP + QVGA, f/1.9 + f/2.4 + f/2.0
32 MP front camera
BATTERY  5000 mAh, fast charging 18W  5000 mAh
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot Dual SIM slot

Design

The design of the Tecno Spark 9T is clean and minimal. It has two round camera modules which remind me of the latest Honor phones, a high screen to body ratio, and a waterdrop notch. Nothing special to mention, but it is definitely an elegant phone even though it is just a cheap device. The Tecno Spark 9 Pro is more interesting because it comes with catchier color variants and a texture made of letters on the rear side. It is definitely a more interesting phone for young people. It has a high screen to body ratio just like its sibling, but it is thinner, even though it features the same battery capacity. The camera modules are similar to the ones found on the 9T, with a LED flash on the right. Both the phone feature 3.5 mm audio jacks on the lower border, but they do not come with stereo speakers.

 

Display

The displays found on these devices are nothing special if compared to other affordable devices. They are IPS panels, so do not expect the best image quality out there because they can only be considered sufficient display. The Tecno Spark 9 Pro wins the image quality comparison because it comes with a higher resolution: Full HD+ with 1080 x 2460 pixels, while the Tecno Spark 9T has a lower HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. However, if you are a gamer, you might prefer the Tecno Spark 9T because it has a higher refresh rate: 90 Hz instead of just 60 Hz. As mentioned above there are no stereo speakers, but these phones feature a side-mounted fingerprint reader and it is placed on the power key. Both the displays have a diagonal of 6.6 inches, which is why these devices have similar dimensions.

 

Specs & Software

The most powerful device of this duo is undoubtedly the Tecno Spark 9 Pro. It is equipped with a Mediatek Helio G85 mobile platform running at 2 GHz and built at 12 nm. The SoC is composed of two Cortex-A75 cores running at 2 GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores running at 1.8 GHz, as well as a Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. The chipset is paired with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage you can furtherly expand with a micro SD dedicated slot. The Tecno Spark 9T is powered by the MediaTek Helio G37 mobile platform running at a max frequency of 2.3 GHz and built at 12 nm. The chipset is composed of four Cortex A53 CPUs running at 2.3 GHz, four Cortex A53 CPUs running at 1.8 GHz, and a PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It has 4 GB of RAM and either 64 GB or 128 GB of native storage, expandable with a micro SD.

 

Camera

The best camera setup belongs to the Tecno Spark 9 Pro which wins the camera comparison as well. On the rear side, it has a 50 MP main sensor, a 2 MP depth sensor, and a QVGA lens, as well as a 32 MP front snapper for selfies. It is not a high-end camera, but way better than the main camera found on the Tecno Spark 9T. The 9T has a 13 MP main sensor and the same secondary sensors as the Pro version, as well as the same 32 MP selfie snapper. What makes the difference is the main sensor with its disappointing 13 MP resolution.

 

 

Battery

The Tecno Spark 9T and the Tecno Spark 9 Pro have the same battery capacity: 5000 mAh. The battery life is similar, but the 9T should last more in a lot of scenarios due to its lower display resolution. On the other hand, the Pro variant is the only one to support fast charging with a power of 18W.

 

Price

If you need a unit of the Tecno Spark 9T, you have to pay about €180/$188 at the actual change in the Indian market. The Tecno Spark 9 Pro is yet to hit the shelves and we still do not know how much it will cost. The Pro variant wins the comparison due to its higher display resolution, better 50 MP main camera, superior chipset, a higher quantity of RAM, and, last but not least, 18W fast charging technology.

 

 

Tecno Spark 9T vs Tecno Spark 9 Pro: PRO and CONS

Tecno Spark 9T

PRO

  • More affordable
  • 90 Hz refresh rate
  • Great selfie camera

CONS

  • Inferior chipset

 

Tecno Spark 9 Pro

PRO

  • Full HD+ display
  • Better chipset
  • Superior camera
  • Great front camera
  • Fast charging

CONS

  • Price

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Man reunited with his iPhone 10 months after it fell into a river & it still works!

A British man has gotten back his lost iPhone ten months after it fell into a river. The news of the amazing recovery was reported in both print and social media in the UK. The incident happened in August 2021 when Edinburgh-based Owain Davies dropped his iPhone while canoeing on the Wye River.iPhone found

Interestingly, the phone was discovered by another person canoeing across the river a few weeks back. Miguel Pacheco saw the iPhone floating on the river, retrieved and dried it, then posted its photos on a public Facebook group. He felt the need to return the iPhone to its owner who may have sentimental photos and videos still on the phone. Impressively, after drying the iPhone, Pacheco was able to charge the phone and the lock screen came up. The date on the device was August 13, which was the day it fell into the river.

Pacheco’s Facebook post was shared over 4,000 times and friends of the owner identified him as the man in the lock screen photo on the iPhone. Davies himself had been away from the internet for about six months. Davies was subsequently reunited with the iPhone.

This is yet another of the numerous survival stories of the Apple iPhone. It brings to the fore once more the ruggedness of iPhones. A device that stayed about 10 months underwater was able to turn on again. There are no indications of the full workability of the recovered iPhone, but the story remains impressive.

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Acer Aspire 5 laptop with RTX 2050 & Intel Alder Lake CPU launched in India

Acer recently launched the new Aspire 7 laptops in India with the latest Intel and AMD CPUs along with Nvidia’s 1650 GPU. Now, the brand has also launched its Aspire 5 laptop in the country. So let’s take a look at its specs and features.

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Acer Aspire 5 specs & features

The Aspire 5 is a gaming laptop housing some serious power, however, the company has blessed it with a clean, low-profile look, unlike the usual gaming machines.

It offers a 15.6-inch Full-HD (1920 x 1080) IPS LCD display with a screen-to-body ratio of 81.18%. It features Acer’s Color Intelligence that helps produce more accurate colors and is also easy on the eyes using the Blue Light Shield.

Acer Aspire 5

Coming to the hardware, the laptop ships with a 12th-Gen Intel Core i5-1240P processor at its heart paired with NVIDIA’s RTX 2050 GPU with 4GB VRAM. The laptop comes with 8GB DDR4 RAM, however, both the RAM and storage expandability are quite good with the laptop offering RAM upgradability support up to 32GB and storage expandability up to 2TB using two M.2 slots.

For thermal management, the Aspire 5 has dual cooling fans and dual copper thermal pipes, along with an air inlet keyboard to increase airflow. Other than that, the laptop comes with a 720p HD webcam and a fingerprint reader for security. As for connectivity solutions, the device brings Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, a Thunderbolt 4 port, 3 USB-A ports, and an HDMI port.

Acer Aspire 5 price & availability

The Acer Aspire 5 has a price tag of Rs 62,990 ($798) in India. It can be purchased from the Acer online store and Amazon India. Additionally, customers can also find the laptop on the shelves of Acer Exclusive stores and Croma stores near them.

 

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Belkin BOOST CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand with MagSafe unveiled

Belkin has announced a new 15W wireless charging stand for Apple devices. It is the Belkin BOOST CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 wireless charging stand and comes with improved features from its predecessor. The new wireless charging stand now supports fast charging for the Apple Watch Series 7 and products in the Apple ecosystem.Belkin BOOST CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

The new BOOST+ CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand has some similarities with its predecessor. It comes with stainless steel finishing and will fit snugly with the latest Apple flagships. A white LED indicator provides the charging status. The LED turns to amber when the charging process is being hampered. The Apple iPhone 13, iPhone 12, AirPods, and other devices will enjoy 15W wireless charging using the device.

The BOOST+ CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is MagSafe-enabled. This assures perfect alignment and fast wireless charging at all times. MagSafe remains the most convenient way to charge electronic devices. The MagSafe keeps the device secure from falling off while charging. You can simultaneously charge three devices using the Belkin BOOST+ CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand. The package comes with a 2-year warranty on the device which is available in black and white colors.Belkin BOOST CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

The Belkin BOOST+ CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is priced at $149.95. It will be sold this month via Apple stores in the US, Asia, Australia, and other select markets. Global availability of the BOOST+ CHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand will kick in subsequently.

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Sony introduces its INZONE Gaming Headsets & Gaming Monitors 

Japanese tech powerhouse Sony has announced the INZONE gaming headsets and gaming monitors. The new products are focused on PC gamers and offer superior sound, 360 Spatial Sound for gaming, and high-resolution graphics (for the monitors). The Sony INZONE M9 IPS monitor is capable of showing HDR 4K resolution visuals, high contrast, and full-array local dimming. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time are well suited for gaming.Sony INZONE M9 IPS monitor

The Sony INZONE M3 gaming monitor has an FHD screen with a 240Hz variable refresh rate. Both the INZONE M3 and INZONE M9 come with low-depth tripods and monitor stands. They provide total gaming comfort and optimize the desk space. The two models have adjustable height and tilt, among other intricate features and accessories. Their Auto USB Hub switch (Auto KVM) allows users to control two PCs from a single keyboard, mouse, and headset connected to the monitor. There are several optimization schemes and modes for a refreshing gaming experience using these monitors. The INZONE M3 and M9 are both compatible with NVIDIA G-SYNC with HDMI 2.1 connectivity.Sony INZONE M9 IPS monitor

The INZONE H9 and H7 wireless gaming headsets come with some remarkable features and extended battery life. While the INZONE H9 can last for 32 hours, the H7 delivers 40 hours of battery life. The INZONE H3, on the other hand, is a wired gaming headset. The new INZONE gaming headsets come with a flexible boom mic with a mute function. The mic allows users to communicate seamlessly with squad members while playing. The headsets have 40mm drivers and the H9/H7 have simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connection. This means that you can answer a call while still gaming on your PC.Sony INZONE gaming headset

The design of the INZONE gaming headsets delivers powerful bass. The ducts control and optimize low-frequency sound while the headband cushion spreads the device’s weight evenly. The headsets are also designed for extended use with comfort assured. The earpads are shaped to minimize contact with the player’s ears. The H9/H7 can be adjusted on-screen for greater functionality. The INZONE H9 supports noise cancelation and an Ambient Sound Mode.

The INZONE gaming headsets are available for pre-order in the US while the other products will roll out before the end of summer. Shipping for the INZONE gaming headset will commence on July 7. The H3 wired headset is priced at $99, the H7 sells at $229, and the H9 has a $299 price tag. The INZONE M3 monitor is priced at $529.99 and the M9 monitor goes for $899.99.

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Vivo Y01A gets BIS certified ahead of Indian launch

Last month, the Vivo Y01 smartphone was launched in the Indian market featuring the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset and an affordable price tag. Now, the company is planning to soon launch the Vivo Y01A as it has appeared on the BIS certification website.

Vivo Y01A V2166 BIS

According to the BIS listing, the V01A smartphone has the model number V2166. The listing does not reveal any further details regarding the upcoming smartphone, however, a PassionateGeekz report has revealed some key specs of the device. It mentions that the Vivo Y01A will come with a 6.51-inch HD+ display with a plastic back.

Vivo Y01
Vivo Y01

Under the hood, it will be powered with the same Helio P35 processor as the vanilla Y01, and the chipset will be paired with 2GB of RAM (1GB virtual expansion) and 32GB of internal storage. As for optics, the device will feature an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel selfie snapper. Lastly, the device will operate on Android Go based on Android 11.

The tipster also mentions that the phone could launch in other regions before India, and will likely launch by the end of June.

 

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Xiaomi 12S Pro visits Geekbench with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 ahead of launch

Yesterday, Xiaomi officially teased the upcoming Xiaomi 12S Pro smartphone. The device that is rumored to be a China-exclusive smartphone will debut on July 4th. It will also be the first smartphone from the brand to carry Leica-branded cameras.

Xiaomi 12S Pro Design Teaser

Now, ahead of its launch, the Xiaomi 12S Pro has appeared on the Geekbench database revealing its performance metrics along with some specifications, so let’s take a look.

Xiaomi 12S Pro Geekbench

The Geekbench listing reveals that the device has the model number 2206122SC and comes with an octa-core processor with a base frequency of 2.02GHz and a maximum clock speed of 3.19Ghz. It also has the Adreno 730 GPU making it pretty obvious that this is the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Other than that, the listing reveals that the smartphone has 12GB of RAM and operates on Android 12.

Coming to the benchmark results, the Xiaomi 12S Pro scores 1323 points on the single-core and 4171 points on the multi-core test of Geekbench 5.

Earlier leaks have revealed that the device will also come with the MediaTek Dimesity 9000 (or Plus) chipset. The two variants are said to have different charging speeds. The Dimesity variant will offer 67W fast charging while the Snapdragon variant will have support for 120W fast charging.

Other than that, the device is expected to bring a curved edge OLED panel that supports a Quad HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. As for optics, the device will likely house a 50-megapixel triple camera array on the back and a 32-megapixel selfie snapper on the front. More details about the device are expected to surface soon, so stay tuned.

 

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Amazfit T-Rex 2 & Bip 3 Pro teasers appear ahead of India launch

Amazfit has released some teasers of its yet-to-be-released Amazfit T-Rex 2 in India. The T-Rex 2 is a second-generation smartwatch from the T-Rex series and offers up to 24 days of battery life. The Amazfit T-Rex 2 also comes with an impressive water resistance capability with its 10ATM rating. The smartwatch has app support in terms of Zepp and Android 7.0/ iOS 12.0 or older are supported. The smartwatch can operate in Battery Saver Mode for up to 45 days while heavy use yields about 10 days.Amazfit T-Rex 2

The Amazfit T-Rex 2 will come with more than 150 sports modes and a 500mAh battery. Amazfit says the T-Rex 2 can be used in temperatures as low as -30 degrees Celsius. It also meets MIL-STD-810G standards. The T-Rex 2 has a 1.39-inch display with 1,000 nits of brightness. Connectivity is via Bluetooth 5.0 for the T-Rex 2 and the smartwatch comes with several health monitoring features. Heart rate, sleep, stress, SpO2, and menstrual cycle monitoring are also present.Amazfit Bip 3 Pro

The Amazfit Bip 3 Pro is also making its entry into India shortly. The watch is the Pro version of the Bip 3 that was launched recently and it was announced alongside the Bip 3 earlier this month. The Bip 3 Pro has a 1.69” color TFT display with 2.5D Glass, reinforced with AF coating. The notification service in the Bip 3 Pro includes calls, emails, messages, weather, and other apps. It offers 60+ sports modes and 4 satellite positioning systems. Health and fitness monitoring in the smartwatch includes heart rate, stress, SpO2, and sleep tracking. It is compatible with Android 7.0/ iOS 12 and higher and features Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Its 280mAh battery can give up to 14 days of activity.Amazfit Bip 3 Pro

The Amazfit T-Rex 2 and Bip 3 Pro will arrive in India soon. The models will be sold via Amazon and Flipkart respectively. Amazfit has not provided a release date for the models yet.

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Asus ROG Phone 6 gamepad renders emerge ahead of launch

The Asus ROG Phone 6 series is scheduled to debut globally on July 5. The launch event will simultaneously take place in Taiwan, China, and the US. Ahead of the launch, key specifications of the ROG Phone 6 have already appeared on the TENAA database.

ASUS ROG Phone 6 Devilcase Guardian Lite Plus case
ASUS ROG Phone 6 Devilcase Guardian Lite Plus case

Now, reliable tipster @evleaks has revealed that the ROG Phone 6 series will debut with a specially made controller making it more convenient to game on smartphones.

The renders reveal that the controller has an Xbox-style button and trigger placement and the overall design is identical to the ASUS ROG Kunai 3 controller. Like the Kunai 3 gamepad, the new controller is also expected to have two connectivity modes – Bluetooth and the included bumper case. The controller will come with a pair of additional grips for ease of use in the Bluetooth mode. Additionally, it appears that it will come in two color options – White and Black.

A previous report revealed that Asus is also planning on launching a new snap-on cooling fan accessory called the AeroActive Cooler 6. It will be interesting to see if the gamepad and the cooling fan could be used together and if it would be practical as a hand-held gaming device due to the weight factor.

ASUS ROG Phone 6 specifications (rumored)

So far, we know that the ROG Phone 6 will feature a 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ with 165Hz refresh rate and an in-display fingerprint scanner for security.

Under the hood, the device will house the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset paired with up to 18 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of built-in storage. Other than that, it will run on Android 12-based ROG UI and will pack a 6,000mAh dual-cell battery with 65W fast charging support. It is also confirmed to offer IPX4 water resistance.

 

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Nothing confirms the Phone (1) will be powered by the mid-range SD 778G+ chip

The soon-to-be-released Nothing Phone (1) has been confirmed to be powered by the Snapdragon 778G+ SoC. The Nothing Phone (1) is a transparent smartphone that is expected to be unveiled on July 12. The smartphone’s chipset seems to be the last puzzle to be unearthed for the much-hyped device.Nothing Phone (1) hands-on

The Nothing Phone (1) comes with a unique transparent design. Its images and videos have serenaded customers’ imagination since Nothing started releasing them. It has a Glyph interface consisting of 900 embedded LEDs. These lights up the phone during notifications, camera use, and so on. The Nothing Phone (1) will launch in Europe and the United Kingdom. The Nothing Phone (1) will most likely skip the US market, as per current feelers.

It is rumored that an enthusiastic customer has paid $3,064 via StockX to be among the selected first 100 owners of the phone. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G+ chipset is a mid-range processor and is custom-tuned for the Phone (1). It is less powerful than the premium Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip. It remains to be seen how the stated SD 778G+ chip will place the Nothing Phone (1) performance-wise.

The Snapdragon 778G+ chip features wireless charging and reverse wireless charging unlike the base chip the SD 778G. So, it straddles between the mid-range and flagship cadre due to a few features. The choice of a mid-range chipset for the Phone (1) was driven by performance, power consumption, and cost considerations.

Nothing’s co-founder Carl Pei feels the Phone (1) meets all these considerations. While a specific price has not been announced yet for the Phone (1), we expect to know more in the coming days. It is however rumored that the Phone (1) could be priced under $500. The company claims more than 100,000 customers are on the pre-order waiting list.

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Ambrane Stylo Max 50000mAh Power Bank arrives India for Rs. 3,999 (~$50)

Indian accessories manufacturer Ambrane has launched a portable power bank packing a staggering 50,000mAh battery. The device is named Ambrane Stylo Max Power Bank and is targeted at backpackers who brave the country’s interior such as hikers and campers. Ambrane Stylo Max 50000mAh Power Bank

As a result of the target user base, the Ambrane Stylo Max Power bank is built to withstand the elements, with a rugged exterior outer shell. It also comes with 9 layers of superior chipset protection including protection from overheating and short circuits. The power bank which is manufactured in India also features a high gradient matte metallic casing with glossy finish.Ambrane

Furthermore, the Stylo Max power bank is equipped with a 20W power output and Quick charge 3.0 support. It also supports high-speed two-way charging and packs an 18W rapid charging port with a maximum output current of 5V/2.4A. You can charge up to three devices at the same time, thanks There are two USB and a Type-C port.

As for the price and availability details, the Ambrane Stylo Max 50000mAh Power Bank is priced at Rs. 3999 (~$50). The power bank will be available to buy on Flipkart and Abrane’s website. It comes in Black and Blue colours.

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Get 1MORE EVO Hi-Res Wireless Earbud at Discounted Price of $151 (Retail Price $178)

1More EVO Hi-Res wireless earbud that generally retails for $178 is now available at a discounted price of $151.10 only at AliExpress. This is a limited-time super deal.

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1More EVO Hi-Res Wireless Earbud

1More EVO is made for audiophiles and music lovers. The earbuds come with a 40KHz frequency response that gives it audiophile-level sound quality. Other features include a 10mm DLC Driver + Balanced Armature Hi-Fi Sound, Hi-Res Wireless certification, LDAC & AAC codec, Grammy Award Winner Luca Sound tuning, and SoundID powered by Sonarworks Music studio in EU.

1More EVO

Key Features:

  • Hi-Res audio that rivals wired audiophile headphones
  • LDAC Hi-Res certified
  • 10mm dynamic driver + balanced armature
  • Adaptive ANC
  • Personalized sound from SoundID
  • Six mics for crystal clear calls
  • Dual-mode transparency
  • Qi wireless charging
  • Battery: 28 hours of playback
  • 4 hours of playback with just 10mins charge
  • Dual device connectivity
  • Bluetooth v5.2
  • IPX4 water-resistant

1More EVO

You can now buy 1More EVO for $151.10 only at AliExpress. Please note that this is a limited-time offer. So place your order before the deal expires. 

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Realme GT Neo 3 150W Thor Love and Thunder limited edition teased to launch in India soon

Realme Vice President Madhav Sheth has teased the arrival of a special limited edition variant of the Realme GT Neo 3 150W. The Chinese brand is collaborating with Marvel Studios for the second time. Previously in 2019, it had partnered for the launch of Realme X Spider-Man Edition. 

This time, Realme is set to announce Thor Love and Thunder Edition of the GT Neo 3 150W to celebrate the film’s release in India on July 10th. Sheth doesn’t divulge into the details of the upcoming limited edition smartphone. It’s also unclear if the 80W variant will also be available in a limited edition. We can expect the GT Neo 3 150W Thor Love and Thunder edition to feature some design as well as UI changes. Additionally, the limited edition smartphone could ship with bundled goodies and a customised retail box. 

We can expect the Realme GT Neo 3 150W Thor Love and Thunder edition to come with the same specifications as the regular variant. The smartphone features a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and an integrated fingerprint scanner. It has a triple camera setup of a 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor with OIS support, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro unit. The GT Neo 3 is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. It is offered in 4,500 and 5,000mAh battery variants with support for 150W and 80W fast charging respectively.

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OPPO Reno 8Z 5G, Band 2 bag Indonesia Telecom certification ahead of launch

OPPO is gearing up to launch the Reno 8Z smartphone in the global market. The device appeared on Thailand’s NBTC certification earlier this month, and now, it has made an appearance on the Indonesia Telecom Website along with the OPPO Band 2.

Oppo Reno 8 Pro
OPPO Reno 8 Pro

OPPO Reno 8Z 5G Indonesia Telecom Website listing

The listing reveals that the smartphone has a model number CPH2457. This is the same model number spotted on the NBTC certification, which confirmed that the device has the OPPO Reno 8Z 5G moniker.

The previous listing of the Reno 8Z reveals that it has a 4,500mAh battery pack along with 33W fast charging. It also informed that the smartphone will run Android 12-based ColorOS 12.1.1.

Other than that, a recent report by reliable tipster Mukul Sharma revealed the RAM and storage configurations along with the color options of the upcoming device. It will have a total of three configurations – 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB. As for the color options, the Reno 8Z will debut in Black and Blue colors.

OPPO Band 2 Indonesia Telecom Website listing

OPPO Band
OPPO Band

The Band 2 has been spotted on the Indonesia Telecom website with model number OBBE215. This is different than a recent leak by Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station which claimed that OPPO Band 2 will come bearing model number OBB211.

The listing does not reveal any specifications of the smart band, however, previous leaks have stated that it will come with features like NFC, a SpO2 sensor for blood oxygen level monitoring, and more.

 

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Nothing Phone (1) spotted in Black colour in official looking renders

Nothing Phone (1) is set to debut globally on July 12th. Ahead of the launch, a lot has already been known about the brand’s first-ever smartphone, thanks to teasers as well as leaks and rumours. Now, reliable tipster, Ishan Agarwal has shared an official-looking render of the Phone (1) in a Black colour variant. So far the device is confirmed to come in a White colour option. 

Nothing Phone (1) Black colour

The Nothing Phone (1) Black colour variant has the same Glyph interface on its back panel that consists of over 900 tiny LED lights. The renders reveal a transparent rear chassis below which is a Black sheet that covers the internal components. It is similar the White colour variant. The contrast between the Black sheet and LED lights looks more impressive compared to the White option. However, Nothing is yet to confirm the Black colour option of the Phone (1). But it very much remains a possibility considering the Nothing Ear (1) is also available in Black option. 

Apart from the latest leak, the Nothing Phone (1) is expected to come with a 6.55-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a punch-hole cutout at the top left corner. It will likely feature a 50MP main sensor and 16MP ultra-wide lens at the back and a 16MP front-facing selfie snapper. Under the hood, the Nothing Phone (1) will reportedly be powered by a Snapdragon 778G+ processor. It is tipped to be available in three RAM and storage configurations of up to 12GB and 256GB respectively. 

The Nothing Phone (1) is confirmed to be available in India on Flipkart and the company is also working with Reliance Digital for offline availability. 

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OnePlus 10T global color options tipped ahead of launch

The Chinese smartphone manufacturer OnePlus is allegedly working on the OnePlus 10T smartphone. The device is said to be a mid-ranger and will likely be the first OnePlus device with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.

OnePlus-10_-10T-5G

Ahead of its launch, tipster Paras Guglani (@passionategeekz) has revealed the color options of this device. According to Paras, the smartphone will debut in two color variants in India and other global markets. These are MoonStone Black and Jade Green.

The device has previously been tipped to offer better gaming performance than the current flagship OnePlus 10 Pro. This increase in performance is also accompanied by a significant drop in overall temperatures during sustained load scenarios.

OnePlus 10T specs (rumored)

So far, the OnePlus 10T is rumored to come with a 6.7-inch LTPO 2.0 AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset is said to be paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Its battery is touted to be of 4,800mAh capacity and is expected to support 150W SuperVOOC fast charging.

For optics, it might come with a triple camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS, a 16-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. Other than that, the device will have an in-screen fingerprint scanner for security, and will likely come with a stereo speaker setup.

Lastly, the device is expected to debut sometime in H2 of 2022 at a price point between  3,000 yuan (~$465) and 4,000 yuan (~$595).

 

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Get Infinix Note 12 Gaming Phone for a Discounted Price of $199 (Retail Price $399)

Infinix is launching the latest Infinix Note 12 Smartphone Globally at AliExpress. And on the occasion of its world premiere, the brand is giving a massive discount on the phone. The phone which generally retails for $399 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $199.95 only at AliExpress. This deal ends on 1 July 2022. 

Infinix Note 12

Infinix Note 12 

Designed for gaming enthusiasts, the Infinix Note 12 comes with an Helio G96 ultra gaming processor and a monster gaming kit that features XArena Dark Line 2.0, Dual speakers, 10 layers graphene cooling system, and a Linear motor. 

Key Features:

  • 6.7” FHD+ True Color AMOLED Display
  • 7.8mm ultra-sleek and slim design
  • MediaTek Helio G96 Ultra Gaming processor
  • 10 layers graphene cooling system
  • 8GB RAM, expandable up to 13GB
  • 128GB internal storage
  • 50MP ultra night triple camera
  • 16MP selfie camera
  • Professional night scene photography mode
  • Monster gaming kit
  • Dual Speaker DTS
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 33W flash charging

Infinix Note 12

Generally retailing for $399 you can now buy Infinix Note 12 at a massively discounted price of $199.95 only at AliExpress. Please note that this deal ends in the next 2 days. So place your order before the deal expires. 

Please note that the above price is region-specific and the final price may vary according to your shipping region, warehouse, and regional taxes.  

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Oppo Reno 10x Zoom, Ace bag Android 12 stable update

Back in May, Oppo rolled out the Android 12-based ColorOS 12 beta update for Oppo Reno 10x Zoom and Oppo Reno Ace. Earlier this month, the company revealed that it will be delivering the stable release on June 28. As promised, the company started pushing the stable update yesterday.

OPPO Reno 10x Zoom Featured
Oppo Reno 10x Zoom

According to the official announcement posts on Oppo Community, the ColorOS 12 stable update based on Android 12 for Oppo Reno 10x Zoom is currently available in China and India. Whereas, the same update for Oppo Reno Ace is limited to China as the device did not make its way to international markets.

It is worth noting that the update is also live for the special editions of these handsets, such as Oppo Reno FC Barcelona Edition (customized Reno 10x Zoom) and Oppo Reno Ace Gundam Edition.

As usual, the OTA software update is being pushed in batches. Therefore, it will take some time to reach all units. But every user should get access to the update in the coming days, including those in other regions as well. 

The Oppo Reno 10x Zoom and Oppo Reno Ace debuted with Android 9.0 Pie-based ColorOS 6. Hence, ColorOS 12 based on Android 12 is their third as well as the last major software update. They are Oppo’s first smartphones to receive three Android updates.

 

 

 

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Lenovo Legion Halo gaming phone spotted at Geekbench, key details emerge

Lenovo is working on a new Legion branded gaming phone with the “Halo” codename. Reports have revealed that it will be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8-series chipset, but it will sport a toned-down design as compared to the existing Legion Y90 gaming smartphone. The Legion Halo has a model number of L71091. This device was recently spotted at the 3C certification site (via) in China. Now, the device has appeared on Geekbench to reveal its processor, RAM, and OS.

Lenovo Legion Halo Geekbench listing

The Geekbench listing reveals that the Lenovo Legion Halo will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. The listing does not directly mention the name of the SoC. But the details about the CPU and GPU that have been found in the listing confirm that it has the SD8+G1 chip.

Lenovo legion halo Geekbench

The listing reveals that it features an octa-core chip, which includes four CPU cores working at 2.02GHz, three CPU cores working at 2.75GHz, and a prime core clocking at 3.19GHz. The CPU also includes the Adreno 730 GPU. The Geekbench listing reveals that the device has 8 GB of RAM and Android 12 OS. It scored 1299 in the single-core test and 3953 in the multi-core test, respectively.

Lenovo Legion Halo specifications (rumored)

Previous reports have revealed that the Legion Halo will have a 6.67-inch P-OLED FHD+ display with support for a refresh rate of 144Hz. It will come with up to 16 GB of LPPDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Lenovo Halo render
Lenovo Halo render by Evan Blass

The device will come with a 16-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro/depth) triple camera unit. The handset will house a 5,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging support.

The final moniker of the Legion Halo is yet to be revealed. It is expected to debut in Q3 this year.

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Lenovo Halo render by Evan Blass