Galaxy Note 20 receives a bunch of camera improvements with June 2022 update

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Jun 15, 2022

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series smartphones have started receiving the June 2022 security update. The software update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and 20 Ultra smartphones has initially rolled out in the US last week, however, it may have also reached other regions by now. The update not only carries stability and security changes but also brings several camera improvements to these smartphones.

According to a report by Sammobile, Samsung has started rolling out the June 2022 update to its recent flagship smartphones, the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 ultra. The latest software update comes with firmware version N98xU1UEU2FVEB. As per the report, the update has been initially released in the US.

The security update brings much more than just the usual bug fixes and security patches. It is even evident by the size of the update, which is 1GB. According to the changelog, the update brings some small but important camera improvements.

Samsung claims that the latest update also enhances the phone’s Night portrait feature, which means that you can now click better quality portraits even in low light conditions. The changelog also mentions some overall stability and security fixes.

If you are an eligible Galaxy Note 20 or Galaxy Note 20 Ultra user, you can download and install the latest software update by going to Settings > Software update and tapping on Download and install. It is advisable to update your Samsung Galaxy smartphones while connected to strong Wi-Fi and charging.

To recall, the Galaxy Note 20 series was launched in 2020 with Android 10 OS. The smartphone has already received its promised Android 12 update and will also receive the upcoming Android 13 update.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 spotted on FCC, launch imminent

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Sean

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Jun 15, 2022

Samsung is gearing up to launch its latest generation of high end truly wireless earbuds in the market soon. But prior to its release, the upcoming Galaxy Buds Pro 2 was spotted on a certification website, which further hints at its imminent launch.

The next gen Galaxy Buds Pro 2 was previously revealed to launch in multiple color variants in a recent leak. Now, the high end truly wireless earbuds were spotted on the FCC certification database. At the moment, the earbuds are expected to launch sometime in July 2022, which is next month. As the name suggests, the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 will be the successor to the original Galaxy Buds Pro.

Looking at the FCC listing, we can see that the South Korean tech giant’s earbuds will carry the model number SM-R510. Furthermore, the new wireless earphones wi have a Bluetooth frequency range of 2402MHz to 2480MHz. Based on our previous report, the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 will launch in multiple color options, including a Zenith White, Zenith Bora Purple, and a Zenith Graphite variant.

Similar to its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 will likely offer high end features like Active Noise Cancellation and wireless charging from its charging case. As of right now, the new TWS earbuds are set to be announced in the market next month. So stick around for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this product.

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Motorola G32 surfaces on NBTC, might launch in July

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Sean

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Jun 15, 2022

Motorola had recently launched a couple of new smartphones from its G series of mid range models and even the E series of budget phones as well. Now, it seems that another G series model is on its way, with the G32 being spotted receiving online certification.

According to a MySmartPrice report, the upcoming Moto G32 was listed on the NBTC certification website. This basically also hints at its imminent launch, which might be sometime next month. Looking at the certification database, the smartphone carries the model number XT2235-3 and is confirmed to have the Moto G32 moniker. Furthermore, it was also listed as a 4G only model that comes with support for GSM/WCDMA/LTE networks.

Talking about its rumored specifications, the Moto G32 will sport a 6.5 inch LCD panel that has an HD+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the device will likely be equipped with a UNISOC T606 processor and a Mali G57 GPU. For memory, it may even offer 4GB of RAM and up to 64GB of internal storage, while running on Android 11 or possibly even Android 12 OS.

These aforementioned specs are based on a rumor that suggests that the Moto G32 is a rebranded Moto E32 model. So, we can also expect a triple camera setup that consists of a 16 megapixel primary shooter, 2 megapixel depth sensor, and another 2 megapixel macro shooter. On the front, the E32 houses an 8 megapixel selfie camera. It also pack a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports 18W fast charging.

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Nothing Phone (1) spotted in Carl Pei’s hands in a BTS video

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Sean

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Jun 15, 2022

Over the last couple of weeks, we have reported on various rumors regarding the upcoming Nothing Phone (1). This is the company’s first ever smartphone, and recently it was even spotted in a BTS (Behind the Scene) video.

The highly anticipated Phone (1) was spotted in the video, in the hands of the brand’s founder Carl Pei. The senior executive has been behind the brand’s strategy for creating hype behind all of its products and the new video upload on YouTube was also a part of this plan. The video was titled “Preparing phone (1) ft. Carl Pei” and was shared on the company’s official YouTube channel.

While the video does not directly show off the smartphone, it does offer a glimpse at the handset ahead of its official announcement right at the end of the video. Looking at the image above, we can see that the Nothing Phone (1) has a white color tone on the back underneath its transparent rear panel. The smartphone’s vertically stacked dual camera setup on the rear is also clearly visible, housed in the top left corner.

Nothing might have dropped additional hints in the video regarding the device or some other easter eggs. Although, there weren’t many details to go on. Talking about its rumored specs, the smartphone is expected to sport a 6.55 inch FHD+ 90Hz OLED display. Under the hood, it will be equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC and will boot on Android 12 OS based Nothing OS.

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VAIO SX12 Notebook Launched in Japan with 12.5-inch Screen and Alder Lake processors

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Anurag

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Jun 15, 2022

Japanese PC maker VAIO has launched the latest SX12 Notebook in Japan. The new VAIO SX12 is a 12.5-inch thin notebook with a weight of less than 1Kg. It supports up to an Intel Core i7-1260P processor and has a slew of ports. The latest SX12 also comes in a special All Black Edition with a Core i7-1280P processor and optional support for 5G.

VAIO SX12 Notebook

The new VAIO SX12 is a 12.5-inch compact notebook that can easily be carried around. It is ideal for people who prefer to have a laptop with them all the time. However, don’t confuse its small size with weak performance, the new VAIO SX12 has 1.5 times the CPU performance of previous models thanks to an upgrade to the 12th generation Intel Core processor.

The laptop incorporates original VAIO TruePerformance tuning, which optimizes power supply and heat dissipation capacity, resulting in prolonged peak performance. It boasts a full HD wide liquid crystal display, as well as a Core i7-1260P CPU with 12 cores / 16 threads, memory LPDDR4X 16GB, 512GB PCIe SSD storage, and many other features. The laptop will run Windows 11 OS out of the box.

The VAIO SX12 is small but its Keyboard key placement is quite normal and matches the universal standards so you won’t really face difficulty in typing. The ports on this one are near perfect, it has two Thunderbolt 4, two USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet ports, HDMI, and a sweet 3.5mm headphone jack.

It has a 2.07-megapixel camera and supports face recognition. In addition, the laptop comes with Wi-Fi 6E compatibility. The new VAIO SX12 features the lightest configuration that meets the MIL-STD-810H quality standard, with a body weight of around 899g and a battery life of up to approximately 26 hours.

It is available in five color options: Urban Bronze, Fine White, Fine Black, Bright Silver, and Rose Gold.

VAIO has also launched a VAIO SX12 ALL BLACK EDITION with a 14-core / 20-thread Core i7-1280P processor and an optional 5G modem.

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Apple’s upcoming 14.1-inch iPad may not feature Mini-LED ProMotion display

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Jeet

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Jun 15, 2022

Apple recently announced the new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops powered by the latest M2 processor and now the technology giant is expected to launch new iPad Pro models powered by the new Apple Silicon M2 chip in the coming months.

It is rumored that the company could launch a new 14.1-inch model of the iPad Pro but now a new report from Ross Young claims that the device may not be a Pro model but could be a standard iPad.

It has now been confirmed by Ross Young that the upcoming 14.1-inch iPad will not come with a mini-LED display. Further, the device is also unlikely to get the ProMotion screen which means there won’t be support for an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate.

This development led to believe that the upcoming tablet may not be a part of the iPad Pro series given that the Pro models come with support for ProMotion screens since 2017.

He has also reiterated that the next 11-inch iPad Pro is not expected to feature mini-LED backlighting even though the 12.9-inch model has already adopted the technology last year. The company is expected to update both the 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro with the M2 chip and more later this year.

As for the launch of the 14.1-inch iPad, after the reports of the device going official sometime later this year, the reports now claim that the tablet won’t be launched until the first quarter of 2023.

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Purported OnePlus 10T design revealed in fresh renders, color variants confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 15, 2022

Popular tipster Digital Chat Station has shared (via) leaked renders of an upcoming OnePlus flagship phone. He also shared the key specs of the device. Based on recent reports, it can be said that it may debut on the market with the OnePlus 10T name.

The alleged OnePlus 10T can be seen in three colors, such as white, black, and light mint, in the leaked renders. The front view of the phone shows that it has a flat display, which seems to be integrated with a fingerprint sensor. It has slim bezels and a punch-hole positioned at the top-centre position.

It reportedly houses a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that produces a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. It will be backed by a 4,800mAh battery. It may come with a 160W charger in the box, but it will be able to quickly charge at 150W.

The rear appearance of the device is more like the OPPO K10 series of smartphones that have launched in recent months in China. The camera module of the device has three cameras and an LED flash. The volume buttons are on the left side of the device. Its right side features a power key. There is no alert slider on the device.

Past reports revealed that this device would sport a 32-megapixel camera for snapping selfies. Its back panel will feature a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 16-megapixel ultrawide snapper, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. According to the tipster, the alleged OnePlus 10T will cost between 3,000 Yuan (~$446) and 4,000 Yuan (~$595). The handset is likely to debut as early as next month in China. Readers should wait for more reports to find out what the device will be called in the end.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 LTE model starts receiving Android 12 update

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Jeet

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Jun 15, 2022

Samsung has finally started rolling out the new Android 12 update for the LTE version of its popular mid-range tablet in the market — Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 which was launched by the company in the year 2020.

Apart from the new version of the Android operating system, the update also brings One UI 4.1 custom user interface and June 2022 security patch. Currently, this new update is available in European countries and could soon be expanded to other regions.

The new update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) comes with the firmware version T505XXU3CVE7. It is currently available in Austria, Baltic, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Nordic countries, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Southeast Europe, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, and the UK.

This is the second and the last major Android version update for the device. When the tablet was launched, it was running the Android 10 operating system with One UI 2, and last year, it received the Android 11 update with One UI 3.1.

As for the specifications, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 features a 10.4-inch LCD display with a 2,000 x 1,200 pixels screen. Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor, coupled with 3GB RAM and up to 64GB of internal storage.

It has an 8-megapixel camera sensor on the back and a 5-megapixel snapper on the front side for taking selfies and video calling. There are four speakers that support Dolby Atmos. The device is powered by a 7,040mAh battery but it does not come with support for any type of fast charging.

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How to Close Apps on iPhone 13

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Simranpal Singh

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Jun 15, 2022

The Cupertino giant unveiled the iPhone 13 with several new additions and enhancements. However, some users who preferably shifted from iPhone 8 or previous generation iPhones might be puzzled about how to Close Apps on iPhone 13. Apple has changed the iOS User Interface a lot since the launch of the iPhone X and is even further improved to match the aesthetics of other UI elements on the iPhone 13. The process to Close Apps on iPhone 13 is further improved as requires fewer taps.

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Due to the presence of an edge-to-edge display on the iPhone 13, Apple shipped the device without a Touch ID. However, they implemented Face ID to offer better security. All the devices including iPhone 13 series, iPhone 12 series, iPhone 11 series, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, and iPhone X supports Face ID over the Touch ID.

It comes quite cumbersome to close the frozen or unresponsive app on iPhone. The only option is to close it and then open it once again. Here’s a small step-by-step procedure to do so.

How to Close App on iPhone 13 without the Home button

Before closing apps, make sure you have saved any of your work, as closing it may result in loss of data. Moreover, it is advised to keep running the apps which you open frequently ass it may save battery life and saves the CPU from unnecessary throttling.

Closing an App on the iPhone 13 is quite an easy task, as Apple has introduced some gestures to accomplish the task.

Steps to Close Apps on iPhone 13

While using your smartphone, always swipe up from the bottom and pause in the middle of the screen to open the Recent app’s interface.
Now you can toggle between apps by swiping left and right, or can close by flicking upward the app you want to close.
That’s it!

Steps to Close Apps on iPhone 8, iPhone SE

As these smartphones rely on Touch ID and have a dedicated home button, the procedure to close apps on these devices is a bit different.

Double-click the Home Button to open the Recents App menu.
Then, toggle between the apps that are opened using the left and right gestures.
Flick the app upwards that you want to close.

We hope you have successfully managed to close the App on your iPhone. It becomes quite tedious sometimes to close and open an app that is not responding. However, the chances of app stopping are quite low on iPhone, but it is advisable to always save your work before minimizing the app on your iPhone. If you get any issues while closing the app on your iPhone 13, then do let us know via the comments below.

Apple MacBook Pro powered by M2 chip to be available for pre-order from June 17

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Jeet

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Jun 15, 2022

Apple unveiled the updated MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops which come powered by the company’s new Apple Silicon M2 processor. At the time of the announcement during WWDC, the company had not revealed the launch date.

Now, Apple has confirmed that the new 13-inch MacBook Pro will be available for pre-orders starting on 17th June and will start shipping on 24th June. The order can be placed through apple.com, the Apple Store app, and through Apple Authorized Resellers.

In terms of design, the new version of the 13-inch MacBook Pro mostly remains unchanged compared to its predecessor. It still comes with a Touch Bar at the top of the keyboard, a feature that has been removed from the 14-inch and 16-inch models.

Under the hood, the laptop is powered by the Apple M2 processor which is built on the second-generation 5m process. It is claimed to offer an 18 percent faster CPU, a 35 percent more powerful GPU, and a 40 percent faster Neural Engine.

Apple says that with a faster 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU, working with RAW images in Affinity Photo is nearly 40 percent faster than the previous generation, and up to 3.4x faster for users who are upgrading from a model without Apple Silicon.

It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, with a P3 wide color gamut and TrueTone technology with up to 500 nits of brightness. At the top of the screen, there’s a 720p FaceTime HD camera, making it the lowest resolution webcam in the entire MacBook series product.

Unlike the new MacBook Air, this laptop does not come with support for a MagSafe charger. Instead, there are two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports for both charging and peripherals. As for the battery life, it offers up to 20 hours of video playback on a single charge.

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Get ALLDOCUBE GT BOOK 13 Laptop for Discounted Price of $319 only at Banggood

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Jun 15, 2022

Banggood is giving great discounts on the pre-order of ALLDOCUBE GT Book 13. The first 100 pre-orders can be bought for a discounted price of $319.99 only. The next 150 pieces will be charged $339.99 and the next 200 orders will be for $359.99. Please note that this is a pre-order deal and the actual shipment will start by19 June.

ALLDOCUBE GT Book 13

Key Features:

13.5-inch narrow bezel IPS matte screen
3:2 Ratio, 100%sRGB 3K Fullview Display
1.3KG Lightweight Metal Body
Intel Jasper Lake N5100 Quad-Core Four Thread 1.1GHz, up to 2.8GHz
Intel UHD Graphics with max 700MHz Frequency
12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB Expandable M.2 SSD
Battery: 60.5Wh , up to 72 hour stand by
OS: Windows11
1MP Front Camera for Photos and Video Chat
WiFi 5 and Bluetooth v. 4.2
Type- C port

Banggood has already sold more than 70 pieces of ALLDOCUBE GT BOOK 13. So place your order before the deal expires. Please note that this is a pre-order deal and the actual price of the product will increase progressively as the number of orders increase.

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 K10 5G first sale begins today in India; checkout offers, price

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 15, 2022

Earlier this month, OPPO unveiled the OPPO K10 5G in India. This phone is different from the Dimensity 8000 powered K10 5G, which is available in China. The new K-series phone will be available for purchase for the first time at 12 pm today (June 15). Here is all the information on the price, offers, and availability of the smartphone.

OPPO K10 5G price in India, offers

The OPPO K10 5G has arrived in India in a single trim that offers 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. It is priced at Rs 17,499 (~$224). The phone can be bought from OPPO India’s online store, Flipkart, and from stores all over the country. It can be purchased in Midnight Black and Ocean Blue colors.

Those who wish to purchase the device can take advantage of offers like a flat discount of Rs 1,500 (~$19) through SBI, Axis, Bank, and Kotak Bank credit/debit cards and EMI transactions. This offer is also available on Bank of Baroda credit cards and credit card EMI transactions. While purchasing online, K10 5G buyers can also benefit from no-cost EMI for up to 3 months.

OPPO K10 5G specifications

The OPPO K10 5G has a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel that produces an HD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a 90Hz refresh rate. It has an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 48-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) dual-camera unit. It has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The device comes preinstalled with Android 12 OS and ColorOS 12.1.

The Dimensity 810 5G chip powers the OPPO K10 5G. It has 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, 5 GB of virtual RAM, and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The device packs a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 33W fast charging. It also features dual stereo speakers.

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Samsung Galaxy A04 Core renders leaked; color variants, design revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 15, 2022

Samsung is reportedly working on an entry-level smartphone called the Galaxy A04 Core. The device will succeed the Galaxy A03 Core from last year. Ahead of the expected launch, Winfuture.de has the official marketing renders of the Galaxy A04 Core.

The images show that the Galaxy A04 Core’s design is almost identical to its predecessor. The device features a waterdrop notch screen on the front with thick bezels. The right side of the phone has a volume rocker and a power key. The A04 Core lacks a fingerprint scanner.

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The polycarbonate rear of the phone has a matte finish. It has a single rear camera and an LED flash. The renders show that the device will be available in black, green, and copper colors. The report has no information on its specifications. However, it may inherit most of the specs from the Galaxy A03 Core.

Previous reports have revealed that the Galaxy A04 Core will be equipped with the Exynos 850 chipset. The rest of the specs of the phone are under wraps. In all likelihood, the device may go official either this month or in July. It is unclear which markets will receive it.

Samsung Galaxy A03 Core specifications

The Galaxy A03 Core has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD panel that offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It is powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, 2 GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.

The device comes preinstalled with Android 11 Go edition. It has a 5-megapixel camera on the front for selfies. Its rear shell has an 8-megapixel camera with an LED flash.

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Vivo Y77 series phone with 80W charging support tipped to launch soon

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 15, 2022

A Vivo phone with a V2219A model number surfaced in the database of the TENAA certification platform recently. The final moniker of the device is not known yet. It was initially speculated to launch as an X-series phone. However, tipster Blad is Panda has claimed that it will be arriving as a Y-series phone.

The tipster has claimed that the V2219A will be a Vivo Y77 series. He added that it will be the first Y-series phone to arrive with support for 80W fast charging. At the same time, another tipster, Paras Guglani, has also tipped that in the coming month (July) in China, Vivo will announce the Y77 5G series with specs like the Dimensity 8100 chipset and 80W charging. The lineup may include two devices, such as the Vivo Y77 5G and Vivo Y77 Pro 5G.

Coming to the specs of the Vivo V2219A, it has a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ display and is powered by a 2.2GHz octa-core processor. The V2219A does not seem to be powered by the Dimensity 8100 SoC.

The device is equipped with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage. There is no microSD card slot on the device. It will probably come pre-installed with the Android 12 OS.

The V2219A packs a 4,380mAh (rated capacity) dual-cell battery, which seemingly supports 80W fast charging. It is unclear whether the device has an in-display or a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The device features an 8-megapixel camera on the front and a 50-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system on the back. The device measures 8.59mm in thickness and weighs around 194 grams. It will be available in black and white colors.

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Allleged OnePlus 10 renders leaked, lacks alert slider, Hasselblad branding

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 15, 2022

Last week, tipster Yogesh Brar teamed up with Onsitego to release the leaked renders of a OnePlus flagship, which may arrive in the market with the OnePlus 10T name. Now, the same tipster has collaborated with the publication My Smart Price to share fresh renders of another OnePlus phone that sports a design similar to the OnePlus 10 Pro. Since it has a familiar design, it could be the vanilla OnePlus 10 smartphone.

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The leaked renders of the alleged OnePlus 10 show that it has a punch-hole display on the front. The rear design of the phone seems to be inspired by the OnePlus 10 Pro. The camera module, which fuses with the frame of the device, houses three cameras and an LED flash but lacks the Hasselblad branding. The handset also lacks an alert slider.

According to Brar, the rear camera setup of the device comprises a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro. On the front, it has a 16-megapixel selfie camera. It has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 360Hz, 10-bit color, HDR10+ support, and sRGB and P3 color gamut. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Plus chipset and has a 4,800mAh battery that supports 150W fast charging.

It will come in two LPPDR5 RAM + UFS 3.1 storage variants, such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It will offer other features such as 2×2 MIMO, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, a USB-C port, and dual speakers. It will be available in black and white. The source also said that the device’s final design will be set by the end of this month and that it will go into production in July.

This device has inferior front and rear cameras as compared to the alleged OnePlus 10T. The rest of the specs seem to be identical on both devices. Readers should note that the final marketing names of both devices are yet to be confirmed.

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Honor 70 vs Honor 70 Pro vs Honor 70 Pro+: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Jun 14, 2022

While Europe welcomed the Honor Magic4 series with two variants, in China the Chinese giant reborn after the separation from Huawei launched a brand new series of high-end phones: the Honor 70 lineup. It is composed of three variants: the vanilla Honor 70, the Honor 70 Pro, and the Honor 70 Pro Plus. They go from the midrange segment to the flagship one and they provide original designs and outstanding specifications for every kind of user. If you are wondering which one to buy and which are the differences between the three variants of the series, you are in the right place: this comparison between their specifications will give you the answer.

Honor 70 vs Honor 70 Pro vs Honor 70 Pro Plus

	Honor 70	Honor 70 Pro	Honor 70 Pro Plus
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	161.4 x 73.3 x 7.9 mm, 178 g	163.9 x 74.6 x 8.2 mm, 192 g	163.9 x 74.6 x 8.2 mm, 192 g
DISPLAY	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), OLED	6.78 inches, 1080 x 2652 pixels (Full HD+), OLED	6.78 inches, 1080 x 2562 pixels (Full HD+), OLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+, octa-core 2.5 GHz	Mediatek Dimensity 9000, octa-core 3.05 GHz	Mediatek Dimensity 8000, octa-core 2.75 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 12, Magic UI	Android 12, Magic UI	Android 12, Magic UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 54 + 50 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera	Triple 54 + 8 + 50 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.4 + f/2.2 50 MP f/2.4 front camera	Triple 54 + 8 + 50 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.4 + f/2.2 50 MP f/2.4 front camera
BATTERY	4800 mAh, fast charging 66W	4500 mAh, fast charging 100W	4500 mAh, Fast Charging 100W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	5G, dual SIM, reverse charging 5W	5G, dual SIM, reverse charging	5G, dual SIM, reverse charging

Design

The Honor 70, the Pro, and the Pro Plus variants have the same design and they only differ in their color variants. The vanilla version, for example, comes with very original color options including special textures on the rear side, as well as the Pro Plus. But overall, the design scheme does not change between these three handsets. What changes are the dimensions, the thickness, and the weight. The vanilla version comes with a more compact design because it has a smaller display. Further, it is thinner and lighter than the Pro variants. The Honor 70 Pro and the Pro Plus have the same bigger dimensions and the same thicker body.

Display

All of these phones come with amazing displays and they are at the same level. They provide you with great OLED panels able to show up to one billion colors with a Full HD+ resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The color reproduction is very realistic, the blacks are very deep, and there is an in-display fingerprint reader on each of these phones. The Honor 70 Pro and the Pro Plus have exactly the same panel with a punch hole placed centrally, while the vanilla Honor 70 only differs because of a smaller display, but not so smaller. These handsets are equipped with great stereo speakers, but they do not offer a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Specs & Software

Among the most important difference between these three handsets, there is definitely the processor. The Honor 70 is considered a mid-ranger because it sports a Snapdragon 778G+ mobile platform built at 6 nm with a max frequency of 2.5 GHz. The Honor 70 Pro comes right after with a MediaTek Dimensity 8000 mobile platform running at a max frequency of 2.75 GHz. At last, the Honor 70 Pro Plus is the flagship because it sports the most powerful Mediatek chipset out there: the Dimensity 9000 built at 4 nm and running at a max frequency of 3.05 GHz. With the exception of the Pro Plus variant coming with up to 256 GB of internal storage, all the phones sport a max amount of storage of 512 GB, as well as 12 GB of RAM in the most advanced configurations. They run Android 12 customized by Magic UI 6.1.

Camera

All the phones of the trio come with a triple camera including a 54 MP main sensor and a 50 MP ultrawide lens. The Honor 70 Pro and the Pro Plus replace the useless 2 MP macro sensor of the vanilla version with an 8 MP telephoto lens supporting 3x optical zoom and OIS, that is the reason why they have better zoom capabilities. They also replace the 32 MP main camera of the vanilla version with a superior 50 MP snapper.

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Battery

Despite the Honor 70 being the most affordable and even the thinnest handset of the trio, it is equipped with a bigger battery, with a capacity of 4800 mAh instead of the 4500 mAh capacity found on the remaining models. So it is able to provide a longer battery life on a single charge. On the other hand, the Pro and the Pro Plus are able to charge quicker thanks to 100W fast charging. All of these phones support reverse charging allowing you to use the phone as a power bank to charge other devices.

Price

The starting price of the Honor 70 in China roughly translates to €380/$395, the Honor 70 Pro starts from €520/$542 in its base configuration with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of native storage, and the Pro Plus starts from €600/$625 in the same configuration. The Honor 70 Pro and the Pro+ only differ in the processor, while there are several other differences when it comes to the vanilla version. Which one would you pick?

Honor 70 vs Honor 70 Pro vs Honor 70 Pro Plus: PRO and CONS

Honor 70

PRO

More affordable
More compact
Bigger battery
Thinner

CONS

Inferior chipset

Honor 70 Pro

PRO

Wide display
Great rear cameras
Amazing front camera
100W fast charging

CONS

Nothing particular

Honor 70 Pro Plus

PRO

Great rear camera
Amazing front camera
Wide display
100W fast charging
Flagship chipset

CONS

Price

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HP Spectre 13.5 x 360 & Spectre 16 x 360 with 12th Gen Intel SoC launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 14, 2022

PC maker HP has launched two new laptops under its Spectre lineup in India. The new HP offerings are arriving in India less than a month after their global unveiling. The HP Spectre 13.5 x 360 and Spectre 16 x 360 laptops are powered by the 12th gen Intel Alder Lake processors and come with EVO certification.

The new HP Spectre laptops in India feature AI-intelligent capabilities including Auto frame and Noise Reduction. The two screen sizes available for the new laptops are 13.5” and 16’. The bigger model can be configured with Intel Arc Graphics for more compelling color output. Both models have 4K OLED screens with 120Hz refresh rates. Their panels also support touch technology. The blue-light filter is built-in and it is designed to be always on.

The new HP Spectre lineup sports a dual chamfer angular design which is beautiful. As per aspect ratios, two options are on offer for web browsing and similar tasks (3:2), and video/ audio editing (16: 10). The display comes with an anti-reflection coating and is TUV certified. Both laptops come with up to 16 hours of battery life and support fast charging. The Auto Frame camera settings enable the user to be kept in the frame during video calls. There are several security features for an enhanced user experience.

The HP Spectre 13.5 x 360 and Spectre 16 x 360 start at 1.3 Lakhs ($1,667) and 1.4 Lakhs ($1,795) respectively. They come in a variety of color combinations and can be pre-ordered from HP India. Orders could also be made from Croma & Reliance outlets, as well as select HP World facilities across India.

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Moto G62 5G & Moto G42 debut in Europe – specs, price & more

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 14, 2022

Last week, Motorola launched the budget-friendly Moto G62 5G and the Moto G42 smartphones in Brazil. Now, the devices have made their way to Europe. So let’s take a look at what these devices have to offer.

Moto G62 5G specifications and features

Starting with the Motorola G62 5G, the device comes with a 6.5-inch IPS panel with Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The device has thick bezels and a punch hole in the center for the selfie camera.

Under the hood, the G62 comes with a snapdragon 480 Plus chipset paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The storage of the device can be expanded using a MicroSD card (up to 1TB). It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 20W fast charging.

For optics, the smartphone comes with a triple camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel main camera paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 118-degree FOV and a 2-megapixel macro camera. On the front, the device has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.

Other than that, the device has an operating system based on Android 12 and comes with a fingerprint scanner. It offers other features like a dual-SIM slot, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, and dual stereo speaker with Dolby Atmos support.

Moto G42 specifications and features

The Moto G42 comes with a 6.4-inch g-OLED display offering a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and 60Hz refresh rate. It has noticeable bezels, a thick chin, and a centered punch-hole for the front camera.

Under the hood, the G42 comes with the Snapdragon 680 4G chipset paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The storage can be expanded by up to 1TB using a TF card. The device operates on Android 12 and has a 5,000mAh battery with 20W fast charging support.

Coming to optics, the G42 has a triple camera setup headlined by 50-megapixel primary sensor. It is paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 118-degree FOV, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. On the front, the device has a 16-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.

Other features of the device include face unlock, a side-facing fingerprint scanner, and Dolby Atmos-powered dual stereo speakers. Connectivity options offered on the smartphone include a dual SIM slot, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Moto G62 5G & Moto G42 pricing

Both the Moto G62 5G and the Moto G42 have been priced pretty close to each other. The Moto G62 5G starts at €249.99 whereas the Moto G42 has a starting price of €209.99.

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Samsung is offering a $50 screen repair service to its phone owners in the US

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 14, 2022

Samsung is encouraging Galaxy smartphone owners in the United States to repair their smartphone screens for $50. The new program is available in all the 50 states of the federation and Washington DC. The discounted repair program will last till June 27.

The details of the Galaxy smartphones repair service include the list of eligible devices. The list of Galaxy smartphones that qualify for the cracked display replacement includes Galaxy S9 or newer, Galaxy Note 9 or newer, and any Galaxy A. Users can only be eligible for the service when they mail in the faulty device directly to Samsung’s repair centers. Repair partner centers like BestBuy and UBreakFix are not eligible for the service.

None of Samsung’s latest foldable offerings are eligible for the screen repair service. In addition, the Galaxy S20FE and S21FE are also excluded from the service. Customers must have a Samsung account and only one device per customer is allowed. The repair will only cover a damaged display and display glass. It does not cover damage to other components of the eligible smartphones. Another condition is that the area around the display and the frame bezel must not be bent or have dents and/or deep scratches.

Eligible owners are expected to enjoy the Samsung repair service while supplies last. Samsung says it may discontinue the discount service without notice. The request can be accessed from Samsung’s US official website.

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Google Startups Accelerator aims to boost the number of Indian Women Founders

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 14, 2022

Google has launched an innovative program to assist female startups in India. The Google for Startups Accelerator-India Women Founders program aims to help women CEOs to address business challenges.

The new program will help business founders address issues like hiring, fundraising, and other important aspects of their businesses. Over the course of three months, up to 20 startups with a strong female presence will benefit from the program. The female-centric startups, including those in the MVP stage, will be benefited. The initiative fits into Google’s broader program to improve female representation in the digital workforce in India.

Google has continued to expand its interventions in providing cutting-edge manpower across all spheres of the digital economy. Some of the sub-themes to be touched on during the program include mentorship, hiring of manpower, capital, access to networks, and more. Google will also offer training on mobile platforms and technology. The program is expected to further expand the low representation of women in leading positions in startups in the subcontinent. One of the poignant statistics indicates that less than 15% of Indian startups have one or more female founders.

Google seeks to break the low representation by providing sufficient encouragement and capacity building for women entrepreneurs. Applications for the Google for Startups Accelerator-India Women Founders program will continue till July 10, 2022. It will prove to be another major intervention by the search engine giant in improving gender balance in Indian startups.