eSIM is definitely getting popular day by day. It won’t be wrong to say that OEMs will soon replace physical SIM cards with electronic SIM cards. But there’s still time for that and the majority of the smartphones still don’t support eSim, even not alongside a standard SIM. Samsung’s current foldables were no exception to this. However, the South Korean tech giant is rectifying this by bringing support for eSIM and Dual SIM, Dual Standby (DSDS) to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 in the U.S
Samsung has started rolling out the June 2022 security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3. The latest security update is being released in several parts of the world, including the US and Europe. The update is bringing eSIM support, new camera features, and security patches to US variants of the foldables.
In the US, the update is being released to the T-Mobile Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 smartphones with F926USQU1DVEE and F711USQU2DVEE, software versions respectively.
The unlocked models are also receiving the eSIM functionality/ The releases for the unlocked models are labeled as F926U1UEU1DVEE and F711U1UEU2DVEE for the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3.
The eSIM support brings dual-SIM functionality with it so the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Flip3 users can now have one physical SIM and one eSIM working at the same time, through DSDS. As mentioned, the new updates also bring a lot of camera features that are available in the Galaxy S22 series.
It is worth mentioning that the updates are rolling out in a phased manner, so it might take a few days or a week to reach every unit out there.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) on Thursday commenced its 2022 TSMC Technology Symposium, where the company released its chip development timeline as well as its future plans. The timeline reveals that the Taiwan-based chipmaker will introduce its leading-edge 3nm (N3) chips in the second half of this year and will also unveil the 2nm technology sometime in 2025. The new technologies will be used to make advanced CPUs, GPUs, and SoCs.
The 3nm nodes will come in a total of five 3 nm-class nodes, dubbed N3E, N3P, N3S, and N3X. These N3 variants are claimed to offer improved process windows, higher performance, increased transistor densities, and augmented voltages for ultra-high-performance applications. All these technologies will feature the TSMC’s proprietary FINFLEX architectural innovation that offers great flexibility to chip designers and allows them to precisely optimize performance, power consumption, and costs of Chips.
As AnandTech rightly points out, N3 is made for developed for brands like Apple which could take advantage of the increase in the performance, power, and area (PPA) delivered by leading-edge nodes.
If we talk about the 2nm technology, It will offer a remarkable improvement over the N3, with a 10-15% speed increase at the same power, or a 25-30% power reduction at the same speed, unleashing new standards of Efficient Performance.
N2 will come with the GAAFETs (gate-all-around field-effect transistors) to deliver a full-node improvement in performance and power efficiency. The N2 technology platform will feature a high-performance variant in addition to the mobile compute baseline version and comprehensive chipset integration solutions.
The first N3 chips are expected to enter into production in the coming months and will arrive on the market in Q1 2023. N2 is scheduled to begin production in 2025.
The OPPO Pad is not only the first OPPO tablet, but it is a high-end tablet as well. However, it is far from the most advanced Apple tablets which are actually the leading devices in the niche. In terms of specifications, it is comparable to the most affordable iPad out there: the 2021 edition of the Apple iPad 10.2. It is the most affordable Apple tablet, but it is placed in the high-end segment if we consider the Android world. That is the reason why it is a perfect rival for the first OPPO tablet and also the reason why we decided to publish this comparison between the specifications of the OPPO Pad and the Apple iPad 10.2. After reading this comparison, you should finally know which one fits your needs the most.
Apple iPad 10.2 vs OPPO Pad
Apple iPad 10.2
OPPO Pad
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
250.6 x 174.1 x 7.5 mm, 487 grams
252.2 x 163.8 x 7.1 mm, 507 g
DISPLAY
10.2 inches, 1620 x 2160p (Quad HD+), Retina IPS LCD
The Apple iPad 10.2 has a very outdated design. While the most expensive iPads come with very narrow bezels around the display, for this device, Apple decided to opt for an older design just like it did with the latest iPhone SE (which comes with the same design as the iPhone 8). So the iPad 10.2 gets thick bezels around the display, but it makes room for a Touch ID for the authentication, while the OPPO Pad does not even feature a fingerprint reader. However, the OPPO Pad is definitely more beautiful not only for its narrow bezels around the display but even for the great texture on the rear side and thanks to its thinner design. But do not underestimate the iPad because it provides a great build quality: it is entirely built of aluminum.
Display
If you are in need of the best display in terms of image quality, then you should opt for the Apple iPad 10.2. It comes with a Retina LCD display with a high 2K resolution and, despite being an LCD panel, a good color reproduction. The scratch-resistant display which also includes an oleophobic coating has a diagonal of 10.2 inches and it supports the stylus for handwriting and drawing. If you need a smoother viewing experience, then you should go for the OPPO Pad because it comes with a very high 120 Hz refresh rate. It even comes with a wider panel as the diagonal is 11 inches. This tablet comes with a 2K resolution and, just like the iPad, it supports a stylus as well, but obviously, it is not the Apple Pencil. As already mentioned, this tablet does not have any biometric sensor for authentication, while the Apple one features Touch ID.
Specs & Software
The Apple iPad 10.2 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic chipset: the same SoC as the iPhone 11 series. It is paired with 3 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage. With the OPPO Pad, you get the Snapdragon 870 mobile platform paired with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. While both the tablets come with good hardware departments, the real difference is the operating system. Not only does iPadOS guarantees higher performance than Android, but it even comes with more advanced features for productivity. However, you should not underestimate the ColorOS for Pad user interface: even if it does not support professional apps like the ones available on iPadOS, it has several good features made for tablets. There is another important advantage of the Apple tablet: it features optional cellular connectivity, while the OPPO Pad does not. In the cellular version of the iPad, you can insert a SIM card in order to use the data traffic in your mobile offer and you can even use an eSIM just like in the iPhones.
Camera
The cameras of the Apple iPad 10.2 are actually superior to the ones found on the OPPO Pad. We are talking especially about the front camera, which is a more important sensor on a tablet because it can be used for video calls and conferences. The 12 MP selfie camera of the iPad is simply amazing, but even the 8 MP rear camera shoots pretty nice photos.
The Apple iPad 10.2 is equipped with a bigger battery than the OPPO Pad: this, alongside the presence of the iPadOS operating system providing a better software optimization, guarantees a longer battery life. The OPPO Pad, instead, wins the charging speeds comparison thanks to 33W fast charging. The Apple device does not feature fast charging at all.
Price
The starting price of the OPPO Pad in China roughly translates into $325/€310. This tablet is only available in the Asian market and it is yet to go global. The iPad can be purchased globally with similar prices in its base variant, but naturally, the cellular version costs several bucks more. The iPad actually wins the comparison due to its software, camera, and battery life, even though the OPPO Pad has a higher refresh rate and a better design.
LG has now released its expected DualUp monitor – and it comes with some unique features. The LG DualUp monitor was announced during CES 2022 earlier this year and it will sell for $699. The DualUp sports a three-sided borderless design with on-screen control and auto-brightness supported.
The LG DualUp is quite tall with its dual 21.5-inch QHD stacked horizontally. Diagonally, the screen measures 27.6 inches and offers a 16:18 aspect ratio. The new LG DualUp monitor could appeal to content creators and productivity practitioners excitedly. LG’s Nano IPS panel inside the DualUp delivers HDR10 content with a 98% color gamut. Connectivity for the new monitor includes HDMI (2), DisplayPort, USB-A, and USB-C. The USB-C port supports DP video, data passthrough, and 90W PD charging. Audio-wise, there is a headphone jack on the DualUp and two 7W speakers.
The LG DualUp Monitor is capable of simultaneously displaying content from two sources. LG’s sturdy Ergo Stand is part of the package and it can clamp securely to your desk. Several options in terms of the height and viewing angle are supported. These include height adjustment, swiveling, pivoting, and tilting.
The dual display, HDR10 graphics, and several other features make the DualUp Monitor quite versatile. Its price tag of $699 is also seen as a fair bargain in some quarters. The LG DualUp monitor can be purchased directly from LG’s website.
Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer has launched a new luxury smartwatch that supports NFT. The watch is a culmination of TAG Heuer’s partnership with Clone-X and the nonfungible token (NFT) community around Bored Ape Yacht Club. The new smartwatch is the TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 which is basically an upgrade of the vanilla Calibre E4.
The TAG Heuer connected Calibre E4 NFT version will display NFTs and also seamlessly connect to several crypto wallets. The functionality of the Calibre E4 is such that the NFTs will be transmitted to it via pairing with a smartphone. The TAG Heuer Calibre E4 will support both static and animated NFTs. In addition, multiple NFTs can be transferred into the smartwatch at the same time. The NFT artwork can also be resized and displayed within three designs.
The TAG Heuer Calibre E4 supports both still-image and animated GIFs NFTs. The smartwatch will retain the crisp detail of the NFT which can be used as a watch face. The Calibre E4 can also connect to the blockchain and verify the ownership of the NFT. TAG Heuer says that verified NFTs are displayed as hexagons with a cloud of particles around them. Users will be able to update their smartwatches to get NFT support.
The free update is available to Calibre E4 users from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. TAG Heuer is expanding support for blockchain through a raft of projects. Last month, it started accepting payments in Bitcoin and eleven other cryptos.
Colorful, a brand best known for its desktop PC graphic cards has launched an all-in-one gaming PC called the G-ONE PLUS. The PC comes loaded with 12th-generation Intel Core processors and NVIDIA RTX graphics. So, let’s take a look at its specs and features.
COLORFUL G-ONE PLUS specs
Starting with the design, the monitor has slim bezels on three sides and is capable of tilting to 15%, and can also swivel to the left or right by 15°. The Colorful G-One-Plus has a concealable Lift Camera and also comes with a built-in Qi Wireless Charging Dock.
The display itself measures 31.5-inch in size and offers a 2K resolution of 2560×1440 resolution at a maximum refresh rate of 165Hz. It is an IPS panel that covers 99% of the sRGB color gamut. The stand of the all-in-one acts like the PC case and houses all the components. The PC can be configured with three chipsets: Intel Core i5 12500H, Core i7 12700H, and Core i9 12900H. As for graphics, the machines come with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 GPU (laptop version). Other than that, the G-ONE PLUS comes with built-in stereo speakers (5W x 2) and fully customizable RGB backlighting.
The G-One-Plus uses a vertical cooling tower that dissipates heat upwards. The GPU and CPU both have dedicated cooling systems that include four 10mm heat pipes, one 8mm heat pipe, and two turbofans with 52-fan blades.
The I/O of the all-in-one PC includes HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 for secondary displays, two USB 2.0 ports, a 2.5GbE LAN port, a USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen2) port, and a DC in port for power. On the side, the PC offers two USB ports for the keyboard and mouse and an audio jack for headphones.
Price & availability
Colorful has priced the G-ONE PLUS all-in-one gaming desktop with Intel Core i7 12700H at US $1999. The Core i5 and core i9 models will launch later down the line.
The Amazfit Band 7 has been the subject of recent leaks that could indicate an imminent unveiling of the device. The leaks also point to its similarity with the Redmi Smart Band Pro. However, the Amazfit Band 7 will come with a larger battery and GPS support.
Amazfit Band 5
A new leak has pointed out that the Amazfit Band 7 will potentially launch alongside the Amazfit GTR 4 series. Codenamed Bari, the Band 7 has drawn sharp similarities with the Redmi Smart Band Pro from 2021.
A French tipster Magical Unicorn provided the new details about the Amazfit Band 7. The device has already surfaced on the FCC list while several key details are still fuzzy. The Amazfit Band 7 is rumored to have a 250mAh battery which surpasses the 200mAh of the Redmi Smart Band Pro.
The Amazfit Band 7 runs Zepp OS and its UI information on its UI is not definitive yet. The Amazfit Band 7, unlike the Redmi Smart Band Pro, will have GPS functionality. This, together with the larger battery, will put the Amazfit Band 7 on a good footing in the market. As per the FCC document, the Amazfit Band 7 could launch around September. Global availability, pricing, and the full specs for the device are not available yet.
POCO is gearing up to soon launch the POCO X4 GT, which is essentially a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro. The device is scheduled to make its global debut on June 23rd. So let’s take a look at what we know so far.
Design & display
The renders for the upcoming X4 GT have already leaked showcasing the device with curved edges and a curved back. The front panel comes with thin bezels and a noticeable chin. The power button and the volume rocker are both located on the right side while the rectangular camera island appears to house three camera sensors and two LED flash modules.
The device is said to come with a 6.6-inch LCD panel with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. It will have 144Hz refresh rate and 650 nits of brightness. For protection, the display will have a Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
Specs
Redmi Note 11T Pro Plus
Under the hood, the smartphone will likely house the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset paired with the Mali-G610 MC6 GPU. It will come configured with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Other than that, the X4 GT is said to have a large 5,080mAh battery with 67W fast charging support and will likely operate on Android 12-based MIUI 13 for POCO.
Camera
For optics, the POCO X4 GT will have the same camera setup as the Redmi Note 11T Pro. It will consist of three cameras on the back including a 64-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL GW1 primary sensor with a 1.6μm pixel size. The primary sensor will be paired with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro shooter. On the front, the device will have a 20-megapixel sensor.
Last month, OPPO launched the A57 4G smartphone with the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset in Thailand. The company is expected to debut the device in India soon.
Now, ahead of its launch, a report from tipster Paras Guglani (via Rootmygalaxy) has revealed the launch date, specification, storage options as well as color options of the upcoming 4G smartphone.
According to the report, the OPPO A57 4G 2022 will launch in India on 21st June. The tipster also unveiled that the pre-booking for the device will begin this week on Indian e-commerce websites and that it will be an offline-centric device. Other than that, the device is said to cost ₹13,500 and will come in Glowing Black and Glowing GreenColor Options.
OPPO A57 4G 2022 Specifications
According to the report, OPPO’s A57 2022 model will come featuring a 6.56-inch LCD dew-drop display with 720 x 1612 pixels resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, the device will come powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 chipset coupled with 4GB of RAM. The smartphone will also offer a virtual RAM expansion feature of up to 4GB also will also offer 64GB of internal storage along with a microSD card slot. It will come with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging and will operate on Android 12-based ColorOS 12.1.
For optics, the smartphone will carry a dual-camera setup on the back consisting of a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. On the front, the device will come with an 8-megapixel selfie snapper. Other than that, the smartphone will also come with a 3.5mm audio jack and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Realme just globally launched a new variant in its GT series, which is the Realme GT Neo 3T. We have to say, the Realme’s GT Neo series is really coming on strong this year. Thanks to the early-released Dimensity 8100 chipset, the Neo 3 has become one of the most popular models on the market, while the Neo 3T is like its balanced variant featuring another sub-flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 870. Meanwhile, the other high-end configurations are pretty comparable to flagships, such as the 120Hz AMOLED E4 display, 5000mAh large battery, and 80W fast charge.
Now let’s take a closer look at its actual performance and check out whether it’s as good as the GT Neo 3.
realme GT Neo 3T Review: Design & Display
Realme has been releasing new models with interesting design detail. The GT Neo 3T is also impressive. With the Neo 3T, realme has gone one step further by giving users a distinctive "checkerboard" design. When I got my hands on the model, to be honest, it looks surprisingly good! And personally, I think the camera module also looks much better than what we have on the GT Neo 3. The Neo 3T has a more vibrant and neater look on the back with a stronger design. But at the same time, the matte checkered pattern doesn’t look fancy. On the contrary, it looks pretty low-profile without flaunting the design. The pattern only appears to be visible under certain light angles.
Apart from the yellow model we have, there’s another Grey and white checkerboard variant for option, which is even more classical in visual design.
Well turn it around, and you will see the 6.62-inch 120Hz flagship display. The Neo 3T is one of the few mid-range models using Samsung’s top-notch E4 panel, which is still widely seen on flagship models. For colors, the display can cover 100% P3 Gamut and 106% NTSC colors with good support for HDR content. Its brightness adjustment is pretty smooth.
It’s equipped with dual ambient light sensors, supporting 16000 levels of brightness adjustment. Even when the intensity of light keeps on changing, it can seamlessly adjust to the most comfortable brightness for the eyes, and the whole process is very smooth. And thanks to the amazing peak brightness, I’m pretty happy that I could use the phone in strong sunlight.
The Neo 3T also comes with dual-speakers for stereo sounds. Meanwhile, the phone also got certificated by both Dolby Vision and Hi-Res Audio.
realme GT Neo 3T Performance & Gaming
In terms of hardware, compared to the Neo 3, the biggest difference is the chipset used. Although we know the fact that the Snapdragon 870 is not as powerful as the Dimensity 8100, it’s still one of the most popular high-end chipsets for smartphones. But we can still see the 870 chipsets on latest gaming phones, such as the Black Shark 5. We’ve done some performance tests and gaming tests on the Neo 3T, so you guys can check it here.
So in the results, what most surprised us, however, is not the performance, but its effective cooling effect. And just note that the phone weighs 195g, but they did cram multiple cooling materials into such a compact body. After playing PUBG Mobile for 30 mins, the temperature was still acceptable and caused no obvious throttling on performance.
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realme GT Neo 3T Cameras
The Realme GT Neo 3T features a triple camera system, led by the 64MP main lens. The other two cameras are the same as the Neo 3 standard model, including an 8MP wide-angle camera and another 2MP Macro lens.
Let’s look at some samples. The 64MP main camera no doubt produces the best image with rich detail. The samples’ color looks bright and vivid with good contrast. And the good dynamic range is also impressive.
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Main Cam - Realme GT Neo 3T
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Macro Cam - Realme GT Neo 3T
In low lights, the 64MP sensor could maintain relatively good control of complex light, and the overall brightness got well improved without losing much detail of bright subjects. Even in extremely dark scenes, thanks to the noise control, we still can get relatively pure image with better brightness.
As for the other two lenses, we couldn’t really see the differences from the GT Neo 3’s. So we are not gonna waste time here. You can check the samples here or just watch our review video about the GT Neo 3.
realme GT Neo 3T Battery & Charging
The GT Neo 3T has a 5000mAh large battery, which can easily support a full-day use even for heavy use. For charging, the Neo 3T uses the same 80W fast charging as the GT Neo 3, which is also the leading high-power charging at its price. In the charging test, the phone can be charged to 50% in just 12 minutes, and the large battery can be fully charged in about 31 minutes.
As for software, the global version of the GT Neo 3T runs the Realme UI 3 based on the Android 12 platform. And the global Neo 3T no doubt supports all the Google Apps in the play store. You don’t even have to download them yourself, the phone has almost all the Google apps pre-installed.
The Realme GT Neo 3T is likely to be one of the next favorites on the market. The top-notch display powered by the 870 chipset brings smooth operation and a pretty good gaming experience. The new pattern design with checkerboard elements brings fresh and vibrant imagination. If you are not in need of the best mobile photography, but at the same time want better performance on a limited budget, the Neo 3T will be a great option for you.
Apple leads the race when it comes to customers switching between two smartphone brands. According to new data from US carrier channels, 73 percent of the representatives said that the Cupertino-based tech giant gains the most switchers while only 16 percent goes to South Korean brand Samsung.
43 percent of the representatives said that they would switch from Android to iOS on the basis of software while 51 percent added that the overall rate of switching between the two OS was about even. Only 5 percent chose Android over iOS. This indicates that Apple is getting a lion’s share of smartphone brand switchers. The iPhone recorded a 66 percent market share for AT&T, 60 percent at Verizon, and 57 percent at T-Mobile respectively. This is said to be better than the previous years.
The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro series that debuted in October last year are still selling better than the past generations of Apple’s smartphones. Unfortunately, the sales numbers remain unknown. Across all carrier channels, the iPhone 13 was the top model with a 25 percent share in May followed by the iPhone 13 Pro Max with 16 percent and iPhone 13 Pro with 13 percent. The iPhone 13 Mini clocked a 2 percent share whereas other iPhones accounted for 4 percent. Carrier representatives added that the iPhone SE 3 sales were weak.
Apple is expected to launch its next-generation flagship iPhone 14 series in September this year.
Last month, the Tecno Pova 3 smartphone made its debut in the Philippines. The device has also been teased to launch in India through an Amazon microsite. Now, Tecno India has tweeted out a new teaser for the device hinting at an imminent launch.
Bye-bye, battery anxiety! Your phone will never suffer from low power thanks to TECNO POVA3’’s super powerful 7000mAh battery.
— TECNO Mobile India (@TecnoMobileInd) June 17, 2022
In the latest teaser, the brand hints that the Pova 3 will debut in three days, i.e on June 20. The main attraction of this device is its Mammont-sized 7000mAh battery that comes coupled with a decent budget mid-range spec sheet.
Tecno Pova 3 specifications (expected)
Tecno has already teased a bunch of the Pova 3’s key specifications. The specs that are still under wraps are expected to be the same as the Philippines variant.
According to the teaser, the Pova 3 will have a massive 6.9-inch Full HD+ LCD display panel with 90Hz refresh rate. It will have a centered punch hole for the front camera and noticeable bezels going around the display.
Under the hood, the smartphone will rock the MediaTek Helio G88 chipset with an octa-core processor and the Mali G52 GPU onboard. The device will be offered with 6GB RAM that can be virtually expanded up to 11GB (6GB + 5GB virtual). For storage, the smartphone will offer 128GB of internal capacity and a microSD card slot to expand the storage even further. As we know, the device will come with a gigantic battery pack of 7,000mAh capacity, which will be paired with 33W fast charging.
Coming to the optics, the teasers have revealed that the device will have a 50-megapixel primary sensor. Other than that, the device is expected to bring two more 2-megapixel sensors on the back making a triple camera setup. On the front, the POVA 3 will likely have an 8-megapixel selfie shooter.
Apart from this, the device is confirmed to feature a Z-Axis Linear Motor for rich haptics and vibrations along with a dual stereo speaker setup for immersive audio. More details about the Pova 3 will be revealed at the launch event on June 20, so stay tuned.
A Briton has filed a lawsuit against Apple alleging battery throttling of older iPhones. The legal claim by consumer rights advocate Justin Gutmann is worth £750 million ($927 million). Gutmann is seeking reimbursement for the over 25 million affected iPhone users in the United Kingdom. He claims Apple took a secret decision to slow down older iPhones in 2017.
Justin Gutmann stated that Apple made older iPhones to be slower in coping with software updates. An undocumented battery management update released in January 2017 led to the slow performance of older iPhones. This was to prevent the devices from shutting down without warning. Apple did not provide users with an option of disabling the battery management setting. In addition, the company did not warn users that their phones were being deliberately throttled. Gutmann alleged that the throttling was meant to mask the fact that the older iPhone batteries couldn’t cope with the new update demands.
Gutmann launched the claim against Apple at the Competition Appeals Tribunal. The claim, if successful, will cover the 25 million older iPhones in the UK that were affected. The affected phones included the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, and SE. Others were the iPhone 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, and the iPhone X. Gutmann said Apple ought to have initiated a battery replacement program or admit that the update was unsuitable for older devices. Rather, the company allowed users to install the update knowing that it will worsen their device’s performance.
Gutmann says Apple was unethical in its approach to the issue as it ought to have come out clean to its customers. The concealment meant that some users experienced significant slowdowns in their devices. He says he was pursuing the case on behalf of millions of iPhone users across the UK. He also hopes that the case will spur dominant companies to review their business models and desist from such unwholesome conduct.
It was after a year that Apple had acknowledged the throttling issues. It claimed that the update was meant to address the problem of older phones shutting down. It claims it never set out to intentionally shorten the life of the affected phones. Apple continues to grapple with a litany of lawsuits challenging various aspects of its operations. This new lawsuit adds to the list. If successful, older iPhone users in the UK could get up to $30 from Apple.
Realme has extended its partnership with KHY Electronics to locally manufacture audio products in Noida. It is also in talks with other Indian contract manufacturers to bring a host of other audio and wearable devices to the country according to the company’s top executive Madhav Sheth.
Realme is also planning to manufacture laptops and tablets in India by early 2023. The brand has started discussions with three potential partners. Currently, OPPO, Wingtech Mobiles, and DBG Technology manufacture smartphones for Realme while Bhagwati and Videotex make smart TVs for the brand. Sheth said that the investment in expanding the local production and future plans to develop the manufacturing ecosystem will create over 1000 jobs.
Sheth told ET that Realme has invested Rs 26.7 crore in KHY just to make one product and it will continue to invest further. The company will aim to bring 6-8 products in the audio category before the end of 2022. The executive also added that consumers are looking at the second screen on the top of their health/fitness requirements which is driving the growth of smartwatches. Realme plans to bring audio and smartwatches to India.
About smartphones, Sheth also said that Realme will now focus on bringing more 5G-enabled phones in the Rs 10,000 – Rs 15,000 price segment. 90 percent of the brand’s smartphone portfolio in the above Rs 15,000 segment will come with 5G connectivity.
POCO is gearing up to launch the POCO X4 GT along with the POCO F4 5G globally. The launch event is scheduled for June 23rd, however, the complete spec sheet and renders of both the devices have already leaked.
Now, ahead of the launch, tipster Mukul Sharma has spotted the POCO X4 GT on the TDRA certification website confirming that the device will be made available in the UAE.
The POCO X4 GT is essentially a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro 5G (China-exclusive) with a few tweaks, therefore, we already know all of its key specifications. The device is expected to come with a 6.6-inch LCD display with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The panel offers 120Hz refresh rate, 650 nits of typical brightness, and comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
Redmi Note 11T Pro+
Under the hood, the smartphone will house a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset paired with the Mali-G610 MC6 GPU. The X4 GT will be offered with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The device will also house a large 5,080mAh battery with 67W fast charging support and will operate on Android 12-based MIUI 13 for POCO.
Coming to optics, the device will have a triple camera unit on the back consisting of a 64-megapixel primary sensor paired with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor.
Other than that, the device will offer dual SIM slots, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC. It will also come with a 3.5mm audio jack.
Unlike the last few weeks, there are going to be multiple smartphone launches next week. A total of four brands have scheduled events to debut new products.
These brands are Tecno, Realme, Samsung, and Poco. The first three will be announcing a single phone each. While the last one has confirmed to announce two handsets.
All these smartphones are new models, except for one. This odd one out is making its way to a new market.
With that of the way, let’s take a look at all the phones that are set to launch next week.
The Tecno Pova 3 went official in the Philippines in late May. The device is now heading to India on June 20. It is expected to go official at around 12 PM IST in the country via a press release and social media posts.
The main highlight of this smartphone is its humongous 7,000mAh battery. This cell supports 33W fast charging and 10W reverse charging.
The handset offers a 6.9-inch FHD+ 90Hz display (LCD), a Mediatek Helio G88 SoC, up to 6GB + 128GB memory configuration, a 50MP + 2MP + 2MP triple camera system, an 8MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, z-axis linear vibration motor, and Android 11.
2. Realme C30
Realme C30
The Realme C30 is scheduled to launch in India on June 20. The phone’s global debut will happen via a live stream, which will start at 12:30 PM IST.
The handset will arrive with a revamped design featuring multiple stripes and a single 13MP camera on its rear panel. It will be powered by a Unisoc T612 chipset and will get its juice from a 5,000mAh battery.
Other features of this device will include a 6.58-inch FHD+ display sporting a dewdrop notch, 5MP selfie camera, MicroUSB port, 3.5mm headphone jack, Android Go Edition, and 10W charging.
3. Samsung Galaxy F13
Samsung Galaxy F13
Samsung has confirmed to announce the Gallaxy F13 in India on June 22. The phone will be made official at 12 PM IST. It could get unveiled in a live stream or just a press release accompanied by social media posts.
Talking about features, the South Korean electronics giant has revealed that the device will arrive with an FHD+ LCD screen, 6,000mAh battery, and 15W charging support.
Since the handset is said to be a rebranded Galaxy M13, it will likely come with an Exynos 850 SoC, 50MP (wide) + 5MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (depth) triple camera setup, and an 8MP selfie camera.
4. Poco F4 5G
Poco F4 5G | Source: WinFuture
The Poco F4 5G will be the biggest launch next week. The smartphone will go official in multiple markets, including India, on June 23 via a live stream on Youtube. The stream will begin at 8 PM GMT+8 (5:30 PM IST).
According to teasers and leaks, the successor of the Poco F3 5G will be a rebranded Redmi K40S with a different primary camera. Some of its main highlights will be Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC, Dolby Vision-supported 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Dolby Atmos-supported dual stereo speakers, and 67W fast charging support.
The device will also come with features like VC liquid cooling technology, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3..1 storage, 64MP (wide, OIS) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) triple camera system, 20MP selfie camera, x-axis linear vibration motor, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IR blaster, IP53 rating, and a 4,500mAh battery.
5. Poco X4 GT 5G
Poco X4 GT | Source: WinFuture
The Poco X4 GT is set to go official alongside the Poco F4 5G on June 23. The event will be live-streamed on Youtube from 8 PM GMT+8.
The handset will be a tweaked version of the Redmi Note 11T Pro. A reliable tipster says that the device will come with a Mediatek Dimensity 8100 SoC, 6.6-inch 120Hz LCD screen, 64MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera system, 20MP selfie camera, 5,080mAh battery, and 67W fast charging.
Unlike the Poco F4 5G, the Poco X4 GT may not release in India. Because the phone is expected to debut as Redmi K50i in the region.
Accessories maker Nothing has expanded its operations into smartphone production. The company is set to launch its first smartphone, the Nothing Phone 1. Nothing is partnering with StockX to auction the first 100 units of the Phone 1 on June 21.
The StockX auction of the Nothing Phone 1 will precede the official unveiling of the smartphone. The auction will last between 0900 ET on June 21 and 0900 ET on June 23. Only persons who have registered a StockX account are allowed to enter the auction. Upon their log-in, users can then place their bid on the StockX product page during the live auction.
The Nothing Phone 1 sports a uniquely refreshing design and comes with a transparent back panel. The smartphone’s LED illumination also adds to the beauty of the device. The Nothing Phone 1 is probably powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset and will run on the Android 12-based Nothing OS. It has a mid-frame made from recycled aluminum and the phone supports wireless charging. Nothing is assuring its salivating customers that the Phone 1 will offer a premium front look and seamless connectivity to other Nothing devices.
As per the StockX auction process, the top 100 bids will get a unit each of the Nothing Phone 1. Users will only be charged when their bids fall inside the top 100. Successful bidders will thereafter receive their serialized Nothing Phone 1 within 5 weeks. Customers from South Korea and Mexico are specifically exempted from the auction.
Boat Xtend Sport smartwatch has launched in India as the latest addition to the company’s growing portfolio of smart wearables. The smartwatch sports over 700 Active modes which include sports and extracurricular activities such as jogging, swimming, painting, ballet, and much more. It comes with heart rate and blood oxygen level monitoring. The Boat Xtend Sport Watch has an IP67 dust and water resistance rating and comes with a number of watch faces to choose from.
Boat Xtend Sport Features and Specifications
Boat Xtend Sport features a 1.69-inch LCD touch display with one physical button on the side. It has a sleek design with sweat-resistant silicone straps. The most advertised feature of this watch is the 700+ Active Modes. This includes running, swimming, boxing, karate, cricket, badminton, football, table tennis, Pilates, and others.
The company claims that Xtend Sport is also capable of tracking low and moderate-intensity activities such as Cooking, Skateboarding, Meditating, Playing Instruments, and Gardening.
The Boat Xtend Sport packs a 200mAh battery that gives the smartwatch a battery life of up to seven days. It comes with Boat’s ASAP charge and can be fully charged in just half an hour, as per the company. The watch also has 24×7 heart rate monitoring, sleep, and SpO2 monitoring built-in. It also comes with IP67 dust and water resistance.
It can perform functions like media control, show phone notifications, alarms, reminders, camera control, and more. Other interesting features of this watch include 100+ watch faces, curated controls, live cricket scores, sedentary alerts, and others.
Boat Xtend Sport Price and Availability
The boAt Watch Xtend Sport is available in Ashen Grey, Classic Black, and Cool Blue color options and has an introductory price of Rs. 2499. It can be purchased from Amazon and boAt-lifestyle starting today, 17th June.
Huawei recently launched its flagship laptops for this year in the form of the Huawei MateBook 16s which was available for pre-order in the Chinese market earlier this month.
Now, the company has officially started selling the top-end model in China. This model, powered by the Core i9 processor, is priced at 8,799 yuan which is about $1,313.
The Huawei MateBook 16s comes equipped with a 16-inch display that offers a screen resolution of 2520 x 1680 pixels, a 3:2 aspect ratio, and a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio. It also has 300 nits of brightness and a 1500:1 contrast ratio along with support for a 100% sRGB color gamut.
Under the hood, this model is powered by the 12th generation Intel Core i9-12900H processor which has 14 cores and 20 threads. It offers a turbo frequency of up to 5GHz and supports LPDDR5 memory.
It has a soldered 16GB of RAM, meaning that the RAM cannot to switch out for the upgrade. As for the storage, the SSD provided on the laptop is an NVME PCIe SSD which Huawei didn’t specify the generation.
The device comes with a fingerprint sensor on the power button for biometric security. As one of Huawei’s flagship offerings, it features an upgraded 1080p wide-angle front-facing webcam for video calls, 4 microphones to ensure call quality is clear, and front-facing dual stereo speakers for a better multimedia audio experience.
The Huawei MateBook 16s is powered by an 84Wh battery and charges up to 135W via USB-C. It has two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, one full-function USB-C port, one Thunderbolt 4 USB-C port, one HDMI 2.0 port, and one 3.5mm headphone jack.
Xiaomi Band 7 which might have the marketing name Mi Smart Band 7 has recently received Bureau of India Standards (BIS) certification, hinting that the fitness band may launch very soon in India. The band has already been unveiled in China last month with a bigger screen and a slew of health monitoring features such as heart rate monitoring and SpO2 measurement. Recently the smart band has also been spotted on NCC and IMDA. Moreover, its European pricing also got leaked.
As initially spotted by tipster Mukul Sharma, the non-NFC version of the Xiaomi Band 7 (Mi Smart Band 7) has gained BIS certification with model number M2129B1. As usual, the BIS listing does not reveal any specifications of the fitness band. However, it hints that the Xiaomi Band 7 India launch might just be around the corner.
As mentioned, the smart band was also spotted on Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and NCC certification sites. In addition, Xiaomi Band 7’s European prices have also been leaked. The leak revealed that the fitness band will cost somewhere between €50 to €60.
The Xiaomi Band 7 has already launched in China last month so, we know all of its features. Let’s have a look at it.
Xiaomi Band 7 Specifications
The Xiaomi Band 7 sports a 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a 192 x 490-pixel screen resolution, 326 PPI pixel density, and 500nits of peak brightness. It comes with an Always-On display (AOD) feature and also has dynamic Mars wallpaper just like the one available on the MIUI 13.
Its design is almost similar to the previous generation, Mi band 6, and weighs only 13.5 grams. It also boasts features like Xiao AI assistant and carries support for 120 sports modes including four professional sports modes with functions such as activity tracking, data analysis, and more for all-around guidance.
The Xiaomi Band 7 is claimed to deliver up to 14 days of battery life on a single charge and is certified to be 5ATM waterproof. Moreover, it carries a magnetic port for charging.
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