Vivo X80 Pro Launched in Europe with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, Check out the Prices and Availability

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Jun 16, 2022

Vivo’s latest flagship, the X80 Pro has recently been launched in the Indian market. Now the smartphone has made its way to the Europe. The Vivo X80 Pro has been launched in 9 European countries and in some countries it will available by the end of June, while others may get their hands on the smartphone in July. The handset sports a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 2K resolution. It runs Android 12-based OriginOS and is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Soc. Let’s have a look at all the details.

Vivo X80 Pro Price and Availability in Europe

The Vivo X80 Pro has been launched in some of the major European countries and it will be available in all of them by July 7. The pricing of the handset varies for different regions. Take a look at the table below to get a better Idea:

Country	Price	Availability
Germany	€1,300	July
Italy	€1,300	Last week of June
Poland	PLN 6,000 (€1,286)	June, 27
Spain	€1,200	July, 1
Romania	RON 5,500 (€1,113)	Last week of June
Slovenia	€1,200	July
Bulgaria	€1,200	Second half of 2022
Czechia	CZK 27,000 (€1,092)	June, 23
Austria	€1,100	July, 7

Vivo X80 Pro Specifications

The Vivo X80 Pro is a successor to last year’s X70 Pro and offers impressive upgrades in terms of power, battery capacity, and charging speed. The Vivo smartphone sports a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 2K resolution (1,440×3,200 pixels) and 120Hz refresh rate. The handset draws power from a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and unlike China there will be Dimensity 9000 models in Europe.

Talking about the camera, the smartphone gets a quad rear camera setup with a 50MP main camera (Isocell GNV), 48MP ultrawide camera, a 2x 12MP portrait shooter, and an 8MP 5x periscope lens. On the front, you get a 32MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

The X80 Pro also brings a some impressive camera modes such as a Motion Mode-like camera panning option, a night sports mode, and a cinematic video bokeh option.

The smartphone is fueled by a 4,700mAh battery with 80W Flash Charge wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging support. It runs Android 12 with OriginOS on top and also has IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Fancy buying the Vivo X80 Pro? Check out our review of the smartphone to get a better idea of what to expect. You can also watch the video attached below.

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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 4G launch seems imminent, key specifications tipped

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 16, 2022

At the beginning of this year, Samsung announced the Galaxy S21 FE 5G with Exynos 2100 onboard in India. According to GalaxyClub.nl, the South Korean company is working on a 4G variant of the S21 FE. A support page for the smartphone has gone live on Samsung Netherlands’ website, which indicates that it may not take too long for it to go official.

The SM-G990B model number belongs to the regular Galaxy S21 FE. It has been found that a new variant of the device with the SM-G990B2 model number could be in the works. The support page available on Samsung Netherlands’ site mentions the model number.

In addition, the SM-G990B2 variant has appeared in the database of the Bluetooth SIG certification platform. The listing revealed that the device carries support for Bluetooth 5.2. The publication further revealed that the device has appeared in two Scandinavian online shops. Both listings have mentioned the key specs of the device.

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The retailer listing has revealed that the Galaxy S21 FE 4G will be powered by the Snapdragon 720G. The listing also says that it has a 6.4-inch screen with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, Android 12 OS, a 4,500mAh battery, 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage.

For photography, the Galaxy S21 FE 4G may feature a 32-megapixel front camera, and a 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 8-megapixel triple camera unit. Except for the change in the chipset department, the rest of the specs of the S21 FE 4G seem to be identical to its 5G sibling.

It is unclear why Samsung is planning to launch a 4G version of the S21 FE. It appears that the device will be succeeding the Exynos 990 powered Galaxy S20 FE 4G, which was announced back in October 2020.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 FE could be cancelled, claims report

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 16, 2022

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S20 Fan Edition (FE) as an affordable flagship phone in September 2020. The Galaxy S21 FE was announced as its successor in January this year. Back in September 2020, the company claimed that it would continue to launch new Fan Edition models in the coming years. However, a new report by Sammobile reveals that Samsung could be planning to discontinue the FE series.

The publication has claimed that it has learnt through multiple sources that the South Korean company will not be releasing the Galaxy S22 FE. Based on the model numbers of the previous models, the S22 FE was supposed to carry the SM-S900 model number. The research done by the publication shows that the model number does not exist.

While the Galaxy S21 FE went official this year, it was expected to debut last year since leaked renders and specifications started surfacing by June 2021. At present, there are no leaks to prove the existence of the Galaxy S22 FE. There is a possibility that the South Korean company could be found to include it in its product portfolio.

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It seems that the Galaxy S21 FE failed to make a notable impact on the market. The reason behind it could be that it was expected to launch in Q3 2021, but its arrival was delayed to January 2021. Within a few weeks, it announced the Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. Once the new flagship entered the market, customers may have lost interest in the S21 FE.

In August, the company will be announcing the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 along with the Galaxy Watch 5 series. It remains to be seen whether Samsung has any plans to launch a different affordable flagship in Q4 this year.

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Redmi Note 11SE vs Realme 9SE vs Honor 60SE: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Jun 15, 2022

It is time for SE variants once again. This year three SE variants have been released in the budget segment: the Redmi Note 11SE, the Realme 9SE, and the Honor 60SE. While the Redmi and the Honor devices are affordable variants from their respective series, the Realme 9 SE stands for Speed Edition, so it is a more powerful variant than the vanilla Realme 9. Through this comparison, we decided to highlight the differences between the specifications of the Redmi Note 11SE, the Realme 9SE, and the Honor 60SE in order to let you understand which one is the best for your needs.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11SE vs Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G vs Honor 60SE

	Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE	Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G	Honor 60 SE
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	161.8 x 75.3 x 8.9 mm, 190 grams	164.4 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm, 199 grams	161.3 x 73.4 x 7.7 mm, 175 grams
DISPLAY	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	6.6 inches, 1080 x 2412p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), OLED
PROCESSOR	Mediatek Dimensity 700, octa-core 2.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, octa-core 2.4 GHz	Mediatek Dimensity 700, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 11, MIUI	Android 11, MIUI	Android 11, Magic UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 48 + 2 MP f/1.8 and f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Triple 48 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.1 front camera	Triple 64 + 5 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, 18W fast charging	5000 mAh, fast charging 30W	4300 mAh, fast charging 66W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G, reverse charging

Design

The most beautiful design belongs to the Honor 60SE. With its square-shaped camera module on the rear side, it looks like an iPhone. Further, it is one of the few mid-rangers with a curved screen in the market as it is very hard to find curved displays at the sides in the budget segment. Last but not least, the Honor 60SE is thinner and lighter than its rivals because it comes with a smaller battery. The second place goes to the Realme 9 SE 5G including the Panda Glass protection for the display, but the Redmi Note 11 SE is actually more compact than this device.

Display

If your goal is to get an amazing display, then you should go for the Honor 60 SE without thinking twice. First of all, it is the only one with an OLED display. Further, it is not the classic midrange OLED display, but it is an amazing panel able to show up to one billion colors with the HDR certification and a 120 Hz refresh rate. It is not a flagship-class display, but it is not so far from these handsets. The silver medal goes to the Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G providing an IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution, while the Redmi Note 11SE has an IPS display with a 90 Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution.

Hardware/Software

You can get the best performance by choosing the Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G, as the name suggests. It is powered by the great Snapdragon 778G mobile platform built at 6 nm and running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz. The chip is paired with up to 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage which you can furtherly expand with a micro SD. The Honor 60 SE comes right after with a Mediatek Dimensity 900 and 8 GB of RAM, and it doubles the internal storage reaching 256 GB. The Redmi Note 11 SE has a weaker Dimensity 700 chipset. All of these phones run Android 11, even though they came to the shelves in 2022.

Camera

These smartphones are equipped with affordable camera departments, but the Honor 60 SE is actually a better camera phone because it comes with a superior main camera. We are talking about a 64 MP main sensor with an f/1.8 focal aperture. The Honor 60 SE is also equipped with an ultrawide camera which is missing from the other two rivals. The Realme 9 Speed Edition and the Redmi Note 11 SE come with similar camera setups including a 48 MP main sensor, so they are nothing special if compared to the Honor. Note that the Redmi Note also comes with an inferior front camera.

Battery

The Redmi Note 11 SE and the Realme 9 SE are the best ones when it comes to battery life, thanks to a 5000 mAh battery. The Realme 9 SE 5G has the potential to last more thanks to its efficient chipset. The Honor 60 SE has the smallest battery but it chargers quicker thanks to 66W fast charging.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11SE vs Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G vs Honor 60SE: Price

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 11SE vs Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G vs Honor 60SE: PRO and CONS

The starting price of the Redmi Note 11 SE roughly translates into €150/$157, the Realme 9 Speed Edition starts from €282/$295 (India), and the Honor 60 SE carries a starting price tag of about €300/$313. The Honor 60 SE wins this comparison: even though it has a smaller battery, it comes with a better display, better design, and superior cameras. The Redmi Note 11 SE provides the best value for money thanks to its very affordable price, while the Realme 9 SE sits in the middle as it offers a great 144 Hz display but with inferior image quality and the best chipset, but it has inferior cameras.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE

PROS

More affordable
More compact
Big battery

CONS

Inferior hardware
Inferior display

Realme 9 Speed Edition 5G

PROS

30W fast charging
144 Hz refresh rate
Big battery
Great processor
Micro SD slot

CONS

Price

Honor 60 SE

PROS

Curved screen
OLED display
Great cameras
Faster charging

CONS

Smaller battery

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Wuling Air EV with 100km/h top speed, 300km range announced in Indonesia

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 15, 2022

The Wuling Air EV micro-electric vehicle has been announced in Indonesia. The Wulin Air EV is built by the SAIC-GM-Wuling partnership (SGMW) and it is the third micro-EV offering of the joint venture.

The release of the Wuling Air EV in Indonesia is a milestone of sorts. It is the Chinese company’s first EV to be sold outside China. It is also a first for the SGMW joint venture. It shares some similarities with its predecessor, the Hong Guang Mini EV, but includes some significant design differences. The Wuling Air EV is more upscale and more expensive than the Hong Guang Mini EV. It is based on the Global Small Electric Vehicle platform and comes with some decent features.

The Wuling Air EV is powered by a 40HP front-mounted electric motor that delivers a top speed of 100km/h. Its Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery will deliver a range of about 300km. However, the company has not provided the specific capacity of the micro EV’s battery. The Wuling Air EV comes slightly bigger than its predecessor. It has dimensions of 117 x 59.3 x 64.2 inches. Two wheelbase variants are available for the four-seat and two-seat models respectively. The wheelbase measures either 79.1 inches or 64.4 inches.

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The Wuling Air EV has already notched an endorsement in Indonesia. It is the official car partner for the forthcoming G20 Summit in Bali in November 2022. The Wuling Air EV will launch in Indonesia within the second half of 2022. The Indonesia launch is expected to precede its China unveiling which is in the third quarter. The equivalent prices of the Wuling Air EV in Indonesia could hover around the equivalent of $8,250 and $9,745.

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LG tablet codenamed Project Jetta with SD680, 7,000mAh battery surfaces online

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 15, 2022

LG’s upcoming tablet, codenamed Project Jetta has surfaced online. It will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 680 chipset and will pack a 7,000mAh capacity battery.

The LG tablet with model number LGE 10A30Q will have a 10.3-inch display and a RAM/ storage configuration of 4GB/128GB. The device will run on Android 12 and a global launch outside South Korea is unlikely. Recall that LG had exited the smartphone market in 2020. The move came as it tried to consolidate its marketing edge in other areas. This has however not prevented the company from developing other Android-based devices like tablets.

The details about LG’s Project Jetta were posted on a South Korean tech forum. It confirmed the existence of a new LG tablet for educational purposes. There are indications that Project Jetta’s launch may be imminent. It has appeared on Geekbench and gotten the Wi-Fi Alliance’s certification. The device’s chipset (Snapdragon 680) puts it as a mid-range offering. This is coupled with its low RAM and internal storage capacity. The camera setup of the tablet consists of a 5MP front camera and an 8MP rear camera.

LG is yet to release any official details of the LGE 10A30Q. So, its price, release date, and availability still remain unknown at this time. It is also unclear how LG will undertake the production of the new tablet. It has since shut down production in its smartphone factories for more than a year. It is most probable that LG could outsource the production of the new tablet.

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Amazfit GTR 3 Pro Limited Edition with a flat display & leather strap unveiled

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 15, 2022

Amazfit has released a limited-edition model of the GTR 3 Pro priced at $250. The Amazfit GTR 3 Pro Limited Edition has the same internals as the original GTR 3 Pro but it comes with a flat-screen design. Recall that the Amazfit GTR 3 Pro sports a curved display. The Limited Edition Amazfit GTR 3 Pro is available exclusively from Amazfit’s website. There is also a limited discounted price of $210 for the new GTR 3 Pro.

The news of the release of an externally refreshed Amazfit GTR 3 Pro was not the announcement expected from the company. There have been speculations about the imminent launch of the GTR 4 series, but we have to wait a bit more. The Amazfit GTR 3 Pro Limited Edition has identical specs to the original model. In terms of app support, the new model will be linked to a new set of SKUs. The 3D curved design has been dropped and the hardware buttons look flatter. It is stated that the design changes were spurred by the Bauhaus Movement.

The Amazfit GTR 3 Pro Limited Edition retains the UHD AMOLED screen with performances at par with the original foldable. The Limited Edition Amazfit GTR 3 Pro will expectedly come with similar battery life. The frame of the new variant is also made from stainless steel and the strap is made of leather, unlike the original model. The original GTR 3 Pro had a fluoroelastomer strap. There are no indications yet of how long the introductory offer for the GTR 3 Pro will last.

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Samsung Galaxy X Cover 5 gets Android 12 based One UI 4.1 update

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 15, 2022

Samsung is gearing up to launch its next-generation rugged smartphone dubbed the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro. The device has leaked in its entirety and also appeared on multiple certification sites hinting at an imminent launch.

However, the company has not forgotten about its current-gen rugged devices as the Samsung Galaxy X Cover 5 has started receiving the One UI 4.1 update. The Galaxy X Cover 5 launched back in March 2011 with an Android 11-based operating system. Now, Samsung has skipped the One UI 4.0 on the device and directly updated it to Android 12-based One UI 4.1.

The update comes with the firmware number G525FXXU5BVE5 and brings along the latest android, May 2022 security patch, and around 80 privacy and security fixes. Other than that, the update brings a revamped UI design and Material You-based theming that lets users pick a color from their wallpaper and apply it across the UI of their smartphone. One UI 4.1 also features new widgets and multiple dark modes to choose from. Among all these features, the most notable are the privacy-related changes that now let users know when their camera and microphone are active through a prompt. Additionally, users now also get a toggle to enable or disable camera and microphone access on a system-wide level right from the quick settings shade.

If you are a Galaxy Xcover 5 user in Europe, you can download and install the Android 12 update by navigating to Settings » Software update and tapping on Download and install.

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Sennheiser teases new premium headphones, with whopping 60hrs battery life

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Sean

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Jun 15, 2022

Sennheiser has just teased an upcoming pair of premium headphones. These will be dubbed the Momentum 4 Wireless, which will be the successor to the Momentum 3. Now, the latest teaser has revealed some interesting information regarding the new high end hearables.

The company’s Momentum 4 Wireless headphones are set to feature an over the ear design and will likely come with Sennheiser’s Signature Sound. This basically implies that we can expect a well optimized and robust audio experience, especially considering its a high end model from the brand. Although, one of the features teased which is undoubtedly the highlight is its battery life. The company is claiming a whopping 60 hours of total audio playback on the upcoming Momentum 4 Wireless.

Unfortunately, the German audio products maker has yet to reveal any other finer details regarding this product. Furthermore, it is also unclear right now if the 60 hour battery claim is with ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) turned off or turned on. But regardless, the number is still quite impressive. In comparison, Apple’s top end AirPods Max only offers a third of its endurance, rated for 20 hours of audio playback with ANC and Spatial Audio enabled.

Another notable rival in the premium headphones segment will be Sony’s latest WH-1000MX5, which has a 30 hours battery life with ANC and 40 hours battery life with ANC turned off. Another feature of the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless is the 42mm transducer system. Based on the current model’s pricing, we can expect the latest model to be priced around 400 US Dollars or possibly even higher.

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Tecno Pova Neo 5G coming soon with these specs: Report

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 15, 2022

At the beginning of this year, Tecno launched the Tecno Pova Neo smartphone in India. The main highlight of this handset is its huge battery. Months after its debut in the country, the phone is about to get a 5G variant very soon. Let’s take a look at all the details that are already out.

According to a report by RootMyGalaxy, the upcoming Tecno Pova Neo 5G has made its appearance on the IMEI database. The device carries the model number LE6J.

The handset is said to be available in 4GB + 64GB memory configuration in India. Customers will be able to pick it up in either orange or blue color options.

Talking about specs, the Tecno Pova Neo 5G is tipped to flaunt a 6.9-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a punch-hole. It will be powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 810 chipset.

The handset will boot Android 12. It will offer up to a 5GB virtual RAM option and Panther Game Engine 2.0 optimization.

It will come with 6 5G bands and WiFi 6. Finally, it will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

As far as the launch is concerned, the Tecno Pova Neo 5G is expected to go official in India around July-August.

Yamaha launches TW-E3B & TW-E5B TWS Earbuds in India

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Jun 15, 2022

Earlier this year, Yamaha introduced three new headphones and neckband earphones in India. The brand has now launched a couple of new TWS earphones in the Indian market. So, let’s take a look at their specs, features, and pricing.

Yamaha TW-E3B specifications

Starting with the Yamaha TW-E3B, these earbuds have a contoured design made especially to have a snug fit in the ear. The housing also comes with a non-slip coating for a secure fit. The earbuds feature 6mm dynamic drivers and offer Qualcomm aptX audio codec along with SBC and AAC.

The TWS uses Bluetooth 5.0 for connectivity and offers IPX5 swear resistance. Other features of the earphones include touch controls for play, pause, skip, and volume adjustment. The TWS earbuds can also be controlled using the Yamaha Headphones Controller app. The company claims that the TW-E3B can run for up to 6 hours on a single charge and a total of 24 hours when paired with the charging case.

Yamaha TW-E5B specs

The TW-E5B TWS earbuds have a ridge-like design to firmly fit in the ear. This ridge design also allows users to rotate the earbuds till they fit perfectly in their ear canal. The TW E5B earbuds come with 7mm dynamic drivers for crystal clear audio. For connectivity, the earphones feature Bluetooth 5.2.

The earbuds offer Qualcomm CVC (Clear Voice Capture), and a smart Ambient Sound mode (transparency mode). And like the TW-E3B, the E5B also has touch controls for phone calls, music playback, and activation of Siri or Google Assistant. Yahama claims that the TW-E5B can last up to 8.5 hours on a single charge and a total of 21.5 hours with the charging case.

Pricing & Availability

The Yamaha TW-E3B has a price tag of Rs. 8,490 ($109) and comes in Blue, Pink, Purple, and Black colors. The TW-E5B on the other hand has a price tag of Rs. 14,200 ($182). The Yamaha TW-E3B is already on sale on Amazon India with an introductory price of Rs. 7,490 ($96) and the TW-E5B will be made available soon.

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Nokia G11 Plus with Unisoc T606 SoC, 4GB RAM surfaces on Geekbench

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Jun 15, 2022

A few months back, Nokia launched the Nokia G11 and now it seems that the company will soon unveil the “Plus” version of the same phone. As per a report, Nokia G11 Plus has been spotted on the Geekbench database, which reveals some key specifications of the smartphone and hints at an imminent launch. The listing indicates that the upcoming smartphone will be powered by an octa-core Unisoc processor. The Nokia handset is also listed to run on Android 12 out of the box.

As initially spotted by the folks at MySmartPrice, Nokia G11 Plus has appeared on Geekbench benchmarking site. Interestingly, the listing does not reveal the model number of the smartphone, however, it confirms the moniker “Nokia G11 Plus”.

The listing shows that the Nokia G11 Plus uses an octa-core Unisoc processor similar to the rest of the G-series smartphones. It also reveals that the octa-core processor is clocked at 1.61GHz. Moreover, the smartphone relies on Mali G57 GPU. All that information hints that the Nokia G11 Plus could be powered by Unisoc T606 Soc. The listing also indicates that the smartphone will come with 4GB of RAM, however, the possibility of multiple storage variants cannot be ruled out. The smartphone will run on Android 12 out of the box, as mentioned above.

This is all the information that we could get from the Geekbench listing. Nokia hasn’t confirmed any details about the smartphone yet, however, judging from the processor, it will be an entry level smartphone like the Nokia G11.

To recall, Nokia G11 came with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen with a teardrop notch. The screen offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. It is powered by a Unisoc T606 paired with 3 GB of RAM

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 impressively survives up to 418,503 folds during test

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 15, 2022

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable flagship shares identity with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 as Samsung‘s latest foldable phone. Samsung is underlying the reliability credentials of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 in terms of its foldable display. The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is water-resistant and has a rating of 200,000 folds. However, a new folding test result shows that the Z Flip 3 garnered a massive 418,503 folds. This result goes to the heart of an excellent hinge mechanism still lacking in several current foldable phones.

The extreme folding test for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 was carried out by YouTube user Mrkeybrd. He sought to test the reliability of the device via a test that lasted from June 8 to June 13. In a live event, the Polish YouTuber folded the smartphone multiple times until it collapsed. This happened after a cycle of 418,593 folds. The device subsequently failed to stay open or closed.

Mrkeybrd also undertook a drop test for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 after the folding test. He also tested the water resistance rating of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 by dipping it in water. The durability test results for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 underscore its rating as a leading foldable globally.

From the test, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 can undergo up to 352,000 folds unscathed. The result is indicative of the ruggedness of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and will be comforting to its users. The result means that the device can last up to 7 years on an average of 150 folds daily.

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Fire-Boltt Ring Pro BT calling smartwatch launched in India for ₹3,999

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 15, 2022

Last month, Indian AIoT manufacturer Fire-Boltt launched a couple of smartwatches dubbed the Fire-BoltT Ninja 3 and the Fire-Boltt Tornado. Now, the brand has debuted another smartwatch in the Indian market called the Fire-Boltt Ring Pro. So, let’s take a look at its specs and features.

Fire-Boltt Ring Pro specs & features

The Ring Pro comes with a rectangular display quite like the Apple Watch. It has a metallic frame and a crown button for easy navigation. Its display measures 1.75-inches and provides a 320 x 385 pixels resolution.

The key feature of the smartwatch is the Bluetooth calling functionality that enables users to make and answer calls directly from their smartwatch. For this purpose, the smartwatch comes with a built-in speaker and mic. The Ring Pro also features contact sync, a quick dial pad, and call history options on the wearable. Another interesting feature of the smartwatch is the pin lock system that lets users set a passcode for security.

Other than that, the smart wearable provides multiple health-related features like a SpO2 sensor to measure blood-oxygen levels, a heart rate tracker and it also has sleep tracking to track the quality and duration of the wearer’s sleep. The Ring Pro has a total of 25 sports modes including walking, running, cycling, hiking, baseball, football, basketball, weight lifting, etc.

Other features of the smartwatch include inbuilt games, smart notifications, music and camera controls, and weather updates. The smartwatch also comes with IP68 dust and a water-resistant rating.

Price & Availability

The Fire-Boltt Ring Pro has a price tag of ₹3,999 and will be available to purchase starting June 16th on Amazon India. It will be available in multiple color options like Black, Red, Blue, Green, and White.

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Infinix INBook X1 Slim launched in India starting at Rs. 29,990 ($385)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 15, 2022

Transsion Holdings brand Infinix has launched a new laptop for the Indian market. The Infinix INBook X1 Slim is the latest model in the series and will go on sale in India on June 21. The INBook Slim series are a bunch of super-slim laptops with a 14-inch full HD screen and Intel processors.

The Infinix INBook X1 Slim comes in three processor options namely Intel Core i3, i5, and i7. The models can boast of either 8GB or 16GB of RAM, while internal storage options are 256GB and 512GB. The models are lightweight at 1.24kg and are also slim with just 14.8mm thickness. The Infinix INBook X1 Slim offers an HD Webcam and dual star light camera feature. The two-layer speakers in the laptops support DTS sound technology for great sound output.

The FHD screen of the Infinix INBook X1 Slim offers 100% sRGB and 300 nits of brightness. The 10th gen Intel Core i3 is a dual-core processor, while the Core i5 and i7 are both quad-core. The i3/i5 processors feature Intel UHD Graphics while the Iris Plus is featured in the i7. The new laptops will run on Windows 11 Home out of the box while connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, HDMI, USB 3.0, and SD card. Two digital microphones are present in the Infinix INBook X1 Slim and the laptop’s 50Wh battery offers up to 11 hours of activity.

The Infinix INBook X1 Slim comes in four colors namely Noble Red, Cosmic Blue, Aurora Green, and Starfall Grey. The base model is the Intel Core i3 version with 8GB+256GB priced at Rs. 29,990 (~$385). On the other hand, the premium model in the lineup is the Intel Core i7 with 16GB+512GB priced at Rs. 49,990 (~$641). The laptop can be purchased from Flipkart. An Rs. 3,000 ($38) discount is available for Axis Bank cardholders.

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Samsung QN95B Neo QLED TV caught cheating in HDR test, company issues statement

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Viraj Gawde

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Jun 15, 2022

Recently, Samsung’s QN95B Neo QLED TV was reportedly caught cheating in HDR tests. It appeared to use an algorithm to detect HDR benchmarks and adjust the picture output to deliver test results that seemed more accurate than they actually are. However, Samsung has also issued a statement on the matter denying the reports.

Most reviewers, calibrations, and certification bodies test HDR capabilities using a 10 percent window i.e. 10 percent of the entire screen. It is claimed that Samsung’s cheating algorithm kicks in when it detects a test is conducted. FlatpanelsHD found that the Samsung QN95B Neo QLED TV delivered different HDR results using a 9 percent window size instead of 10. The television also boosted peak brightness by 80 percent from 1,300 nits to 2,300 nits in HDR tests. This was only for a brief period to avoid damaging the miniLED backlight. In real-world usage scenarios, the television’s peak brightness never reached 2,300 nits. The boost appears to have been programmed to trick the HDR benchmarks.

In a statement, Samsung said that the company does not use any algorithm for the purpose of yielding any specific test results. It added that when tested under industry standards, the HDR content is accurately displayed on various window sizes and the peak brightness also remained at similar levels. Samsung stated that the update for S95B has been rolled out whereas for QN95B will be provided soon.

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Is Lenovo Tab P12 Pro worth buying in India?

By

Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 15, 2022

Last week, the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro finally made its way to India. The tablet that first went official in November 2021 has debuted in the country for a premium price tag. Despite being old, it competes directly with the latest Galaxy Tab S8 series in the region due to its pricing. But is it really worth its asking price? We try to answer this question in this article.

Pricing

The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro is priced at ₹69,999 in India for the sole 8GB + 256GB memory configuration. The WiFi-only tablet ships with a Lenovo Precision Pen 3 stylus and a 30W charger.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 and the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus arrive in both WiFi-only and cellular (5G) variants. But they are limited to 128GB storage in the county and do not ship with a charger. However, an S Pen stylus is included in the box.

Talking about the price, the WiFi version of Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8 Plus costs ₹58,999 and ₹70,999, respectively. Whereas, the cellular model of these tablets retails at ₹74,999 and ₹87,999.

In other words, the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro sits between the Galaxy Tab S8 and the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus in terms of pricing

Discounts and Offers

Samsung is known for offering numerous discounts and promotions from time to time. The offers vary across channels as the company has a better reach in the country.

For example, buyers can currently avail of a ₹2,000 discount coupon, a ₹7,000 cashback on HDFC Bank cards, and a 5% referral discount on the Samsung Shop app.

Unfortunately, Lenovo does not offer discounts at this scale. The coupon discounts are limited and sales are very rare.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus Ultra — Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series

Software

Samsung is the only Android OEM releasing tablets across different price segments regularly for years. Hence, the company has developed a much better software than its competitors, like offering Samsung Galaxy ecosystem benefits and desktop-like features like Dex.

Also, it is the only brand to offer longer software support. For instance, the Galaxy Tab S8 series, which is currently on Android 12, is eligible for 4 Android updates and 5 years of security updates.

On the other hand, the software support for the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro ends in late 2024 itself. It boots Android 11 right now and it is scheduled to receive Android 12L by the end of June and Android 13 after it goes official later this year.

Specifications

The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro has an upper hand in the storage, battery, and display departments. It offers 256GB of internal storage, a 10,200mAh battery, and a Dolby Vision-supported 12.6-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels and up to 120Hz refresh rate.

Anyway, though the Galaxy Tab S8 features an 11-inch LCD panel, buyers can opt for a 12.4-inch Super AMOLED display with the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus whose WiFi-only variant is only slightly costlier than the Lenovo tablet. In fact, with the offers, the Samsung model could be had at a cheaper price.

But none of these Samsung tablets offer Dolby Vision and they are backed by smaller 8,000mAh and 10,090mAh batteries. Further, 128GB is too low if you happen to store and play lots of games. However, it is worth noting that you could use a MicroSD card on all three tablets for media purposes.

The biggest difference between these tablets is the chipsets powering them. The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro house the stable Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. While the Galaxy Tab S8 and the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus feature the latest unstable Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip.

For authentication, the Lenovo tablet provides 3D face unlock, in addition to a fingerprint sensor. Whereas, the Samsung tablets offer Apple’s Center Stage-like feature and 4K video recording on their front camera.

Lenovo Tab P12 Pro Featured A — Lenovo Tab P12 Pro

Conclusion

The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro (aka Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6) is a good product. It has almost all the bells and whistles for a premium Android tablet. But it lags behind the overall better experience offered by Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8 series.

In most regions, the Lenovo model is way cheaper and thus it is easy to recommend it over any other Android tablet at the same price point. For the unaware, it costs around $550 on average globally.

But in India, the story is the opposite. The product costs the same as the Galaxy Tab S8 series. It retails at $900, which is almost $300 more than in other regions.

It is very difficult to choose the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 or the Galaxy Tab S8 Plus in India.

Tecno Camon 19, Camon 19 Pro/Pro 5G with an RGBW sensor launched globally

By

Jed John Ikoba

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Jun 15, 2022

Transsion Holdings subsidiary Tecno Mobile last week revealed it would hold a global launch event at the Rockefeller Centre in New York where it would unveil the Camon 19 series for the global market. As scheduled, the Tecno Camon 19 series has been announced for the global market. The series is made up of the Camon 19 Pro 5G, Camon 19 Pro, Camon 19 Neo, and the vanilla Camon 19.

Tecno Camon 19 Pro/ Camon 19 Pro 5G

The Camon 19 Pro 5G emerges as the star of the pack as it features a 64MP RGBW sensor. This makes the device the first phone to pack the sensor manufactured by Samsung. In addition, the device is said to pack the “industry’s slimmest bezel” with a size of just 0.98 mm.

The Camon 19 Pro 5G packs a 6.8-inch LCD screen with an FHD+ resolution of 2460 x 1080 pixels and supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The 5G model is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset integrated with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. The chipset pairs with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. The device is available in 128GB and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage options.

The rear panel has a diamond coating that depicts 200 million stars in a bright starry sky. The panel has an anti-fingerprint coating and is delicate to touch. For photography, the rear panel houses a 64MP camera with RGBW + (G + P) Lens co-developed with Samsung. The G + P technology replaces plastic lenses with a crystal glass lens that enhances light intake by more than 208%. The other sensors include a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP AI camera. For selfies, there is a 16MP front camera.

On its part, the non-5G Camon 19 Pro packs an Helio G96 chipset with the same memory configuration as the 5G version. The 4G model equally packs a 64MP main camera at the rear with OIS but not the RGBW lens. The main camera teams up with a 50MP portrait camera with 2x optical zoom and a 2MP portrait lens.

The two models run on Android 12 OS with XOS. They both pack a 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The models come with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor a piece.

Tecno Camon 19

The vanilla Camon 19 packs a 6.8-inch LCD screen with a Full HD+ resolution of 2460 x 1080 pixels. The device is powered by an Octa-Core MediaTek Helio G85 processor with a Mali-G52 2EEMC2 GPU powering the graphics. The processor is paired with 4GB / 6GB RAM options each bundled with 128GB storage. The storage is expandable via microSD.

The Camon 19 also comes with a triple rear camera setup comprising a 64MP main shooter teaming up with a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP AI camera. The camera comes with a Quad-LED flash. At the front, there is a 16MP camera for selfies.

The Camon 19 packs a 5,000mAh battery just like the Pro models but you only get support for 18W fast charging on the vanilla model. It equally runs on Android 12 with an overlay of Tecno’s XOS. There is a side-mounted fingerprint sensor on board as well as NFC support.

Pricing & Availability

The Tecno Camon 19 Pro 5G starts at $320 for the 8GB+256GB option. The model will be available in Eco Black and Cedar Green colour options. The 4G Camon 19 Pro comes down to $280 for the 8GB+256GB option and is available in Polar Blue, Eco Black, and Mondrian colours.

On its part, the vanilla Camon 19 will be available in Eco Black, Sea Salt White, and Digital Green colours while the Camon 19 Neo comes in Eco Black, Ice Mirror, and Dreamland Green colours.

The models will start rolling out globally across various regions including Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Southern Asia starting this month.

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Vivo X80 Pro Plus with SD8+ Gen 1 tipped to launch in October 2022

By

Sudhanshu

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Jun 15, 2022

Earlier this year, Vivo was rumored to launch three flagship smartphones dubbed the Vivo X80, the X80 Pro, and the X80 Pro Plus. However, at launch, the company only debuted the Vivo X80 and the Vivo X80 Pro in Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Dimensity 9000 variants.

Now, the reliable tipster Yogesh Brar has confirmed the existence of the Vivo X80 Pro Plus stating that the smartphone will debut soon (Via MySmartPrice). Going by the information provided by Brar, the X80 Pro Plus will house the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. This chipset will bring a considerable improvement over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the X80 Pro as the new chip is manufactured by TSMC using its 4nm node and boasts up to 30% energy efficiency over its predecessor. The chip will also run relatively cooler than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, which has numerous thermal management issues.

Other than that, the tipster has stated that the device could launch in October 2022, but it is not yet confirmed due to the ongoing supply chain issue plaguing industries worldwide. Finer specification details are still under wraps, but going by previous reports, we can expect the smartphone to come with a 6.8-inch 2K AMOLED display with a 120H refresh rate support. It is likely to support 120W fast charging as well.

For optics, the device may carry a quad-camera setup made up of a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 48-megapixel Sony IMX598 sensor, a 50-megapixel Samsung JN1 sensor, and a 50-megapixel Samsung JN2 sensor. The device will likely come with Zeiss lenses and camera tuning along with gimbal-like stabilization. However, we would like to advise our readers to take these specs with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more updates on the X80 Pro Plus.

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Samsung to shift 300 workers from TV LCD division to semiconductor unit

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Viraj Gawde

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Jun 15, 2022

Samsung is planning to move 300 workers from its closed LCD TV panel manufacturing division to its semiconductor manufacturing unit. Industry sources familiar with the matter told South Korean publication The Korean Herald.

The move is due to the South Korean brand’s decision to stop the production of LCD panels for televisions earlier this month because of the falling prices and steep competition from Chinese LCD panel manufacturers. Samsung has also scaled down its TV LCD business since mid-2010. The company started producing LCD panels for TVs in 1992. In 2020, Samsung also said that it will gradually end its display unit and shift towards more profitable high-end products like

developing OLED panels. In the same year, the company moved 200-400 workers to its Electronics device solutions division.

The relocation also highlights the growing demand for engineers and highly skilled workers in the chip business. The semiconductor industry is also seeing a scarcity of workers as chip demand is at an all-time high.

Samsung Display is expected to gradually increase the production of OLED panels going forward.

In other news, Samsung recently launched Crystal 4K Neo smart TV in India at Rs 35,990. Read more about it here.

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