Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Watch 5 series launch date, color variants tipped

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Jun 9, 2022

Samsung is expected to hold a launch event in August to announce its next generation of foldables, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. Speculations are rife that the Galaxy Watch 5 series will be unveiled alongside the Z-series devices. Well ahead of the launch, popular tipster Jon Prosser has tipped the launch date and color variants of the Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, and Watch 5 series.

According to Prosser, Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event will be held on Aug. 10. The event will see the arrival of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip, Watch 5, and Watch 5 Pro. The pre-orders of these devices will be carried out on the same date, with sales beginning on Aug. 26.

The Galaxy Z Fold 4 will be available in Phantom Black, Green, and Beige colors. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 will come in colors like Graphite, Bora Purple, Pink Gold, and Blue.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Render Leak — Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 render by OnLeaks / Smartprix

The Galaxy Watch 5 series will include three devices. The 40mm Watch 5 will come in colors like Phantom Black, Silver, and Pink Gold. The 44mm Watch 5 will be available in Phantom Black, Silver, and Sapphire (bluish color). The 46mm Watch 5 Pro will come in Phantom Black and Silver colors.

The leak also states that Samsung will announce the Galaxy S22’s Lavender color variant at the same event. It appears that Samsung may confirm the date of its upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event in July. The specifications of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 have already leaked. Since there is still a long time until the next Galaxy Unpacked event, more information about the Galaxy Watch 5 series is likely to come out in the coming days.

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Moto G62 5G launched with 120Hz display, Snapdragon 480 Plus, and 50MP triple rear cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 9, 2022

Apart from the Moto G42, Motorola has also announced the Moto G62 5G handset in Brazil. It is an affordable 5G phone that features the Snapdragon 4-series chip. Other notable features include a 120Hz display, 50-megapixel triple rear cameras, and a 5,000Ah battery. Here is all that is known about the Moto G62 5G.

Moto G62 5G specifications and features

Starting from the front, the Moto G62 5G features a 6.5-inch IPS panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Sitting inside the display punch-hole is a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.

The rear camera module of the Moto G62 5G is headlined by a 50-megapixel main camera. It is coupled with an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 118-degree FOV and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The phone starts up with the Android 12 OS, which seems to have MyuX on top of it.

The Moto G62 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 480 Plus chipset and 4 GGB of RAM. The device offers 128 GB of storage and a microSD card slot for more storage. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 20W TurboPower fast charging.

The G62 5G has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and carries support for face unlock. 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 G62 5G price and availability

The Lenovo-owned brand is yet to confirm the price and availability of the Moto G62 5G. It will be available in two colors, such as Graphite and Green.

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Moto G42 launched with Snapdragon 680, 5,000mAh battery, and 50MP triple cameras

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jun 9, 2022

Motorola has announced the Moto G42, a budget-friendly smartphone in Brazil. Like most of the other Motorola phones available in the market, the Moto G42 features a display with a centrally positioned punch-hole. It comes with a Snapdragon 6-series chip, packs a big battery, and flaunts a 50-megapixel triple camera unit. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the Moto G42.

Moto G42 specifications and features

The Moto G42 features a 6.4-inch g-OLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a 60Hz refresh rate. It has a 16-megapixel camera on the front for selfies and video calls.

The rear camera setup of the Moto G42 has a 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 118-degree FOV, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The handset runs on the Android 12 OS. For security, the G42 is equipped with features like face unlock and a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

The Snapdragon 680 chipset powers the Moto G42. It comes with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage. For additional storage, it has a microSD slot. It houses a 5,000mAh battery that supports 20W TurboCharge technology.

On the connectivity front, the G42 offers features like dual SIM slot, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. For audiophiles, the device offers Dolby Atmos powered dual stereo speakers. The handset measures 160.4 x 73.5 x 7.99mm and weighs around 174.5 grams.

Moto G42 price and availability

The Moto G42’s price is yet to be confirmed. It will be available in blue and rose colors. The handset is expected to be released in other markets in the coming days.

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Xiaomi 12 Ultra bags 3C certification, fast charging capabilities revealed

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Jun 9, 2022

Xiaomi has a slew of flagship phones waiting to go official in China. The Xiaomi 12 Ultra, which is believed to be the company’s first Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset powered phone, has been certified by China’s 3C authority. As usual, the certification has revealed the fast-charging capabilities of the smartphone.

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra from last year houses a 5,000mAh battery. It supports 67W fast charging, 67W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. There are a lot of rumors that the Xiaomi phone with the model number 2203121C (via) that was found in 3C’s database is the upcoming Xiaomi 12 Ultra.

The 3C certification of the device reveals that it could be accompanied by an MDY-12-EF charger, which supports up to 67W rapid charging. Hence, it appears that the Xiaomi 12 Ultra may not offer any improvements when it comes to wired charging as compared to the predecessor model. It remains to be seen whether the 12 Ultra offers faster wireless charging.

Rumors have it that the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will feature a 6.6-inch QHD+ 120Hz display and a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Its rear-facing camera unit may comprise a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS support, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, a 48-megapixel periscope zoom snapper, and a 16-megapixel portrait lens.

In recent days, other Xiaomi flagship phones have also been spotted at the 3C certification site. It has been found that the Xiaomi 12S (2206123SC), Xiaomi 12S Pro Dimensity 9000 edition (2207122MC), and Xiaomi MIX Fold 2 (22061218C) may also arrive with support for 67W fast charging. However, the Xiaomi 12S Pro (2206122SC) variant, which will feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, may support 120W fast charging.

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Tecno Pova 2 vs Tecno Pova 3: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Jun 8, 2022

A few days ago, a new and very hot phone debuted in the Indian market: the Tecno Pova 3. A device from a non-widespread brand if we consider the whole global market, but with great specifications when it comes to the budget segment. With the release of this new low cost handset, a lot of people are wondering whether or not it is a good upgrade compared to its predecessor Tecno Pova 2. To be honest, there are no huge differences between these two devices which make it worth upgrading from one to another. But if you are evaluating both of these devices for a new purchase, then you have to know the difference between them in order to choose the best for your needs and pay the most appropriate price. Here is a comparison between the specifications of the Tecno Pova 3 and its predecessor Tecno Pova 2.

Tecno Pova 2 vs Tecno Pova 3

	Tecno Pova 2	Tecno Pova 3
DIMENSIONS	173.3 x 78.8 x 9.6 mm	173.1 x 78.5 x 9.4 mm
DISPLAY	6.9 inches, 1080 x 2460p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	6.9 inches, 1080 x 2460p (Full HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	MediaTek Helio G85, octa-core 2 GHz	Mediatek Helio G88, octa-core 2 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB, micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, HiOS	Android 11, HiOS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS
CAMERA	Quad 48 + 2+ 2 + 2 MP, f/1.9 8 MP f/2.0 front camera	Triple 50 + 2 + 2 MP, 8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	7000 mAh, fast charging 18W	7000 mAh, fast charging 25W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot, reverse charging

Design

One of the most important upgrades of the Tecno Pova 3 if compared to its predecessor is definitely the design. The handset which officially debuted at the end of last month comes with a cleaner design: there is no camera module and the sensors are placed directly on the back cover. The new phone seems to have narrower bezels around the display and it is thinner than its predecessor, even though it has the same battery capacity. The Electric Blue color option of the Tecno Pova 3 comes with a special RGB notification light stripe on the back, a very interesting feature that is not easy to find on non-gaming phones. So, as you already understood, the newly-announced budget phone wins the design comparison.

Display

The Tecno Pova 3 and its predecessor have the same screen diagonal: 6.9 inches. We are talking about huge displays among the biggest out there, almost like the smallest tablets. It is hard to find 6.9-inch phones in the actual market and this is another reason why a lot of people appreciate these devices, even though they are harder to use with one hand and to keep in a pocket. Both are IPS LCD displays with a Full HD+ resolution, but there is an important difference between these two panels: the refresh rate. The Tecno Pova 3 has a higher 90 Hz refresh rate, so it provides a smoother viewing experience, while the Pova 2 stops at 60 Hz. The fingerprint readers are side-mounted and both the phones feature stereo speakers for a rich audio experience, as well as a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Specs & Software

The Tecno Pova 3 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G88 mobile platform: it is a chipset built at 12 nm and running at a max frequency of 2 GHz, without the 5G connectivity. On this phone, it is paired with up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of internal storage that you can furtherly expand by using a micro SD slot. The Tecno Pova 2 has the same hardware department but with a lower-end chipset: we are talking about the Mediatek Helio G85 built at 12 nm and running at a max frequency of 2 GHz. The Helio G88 is an upgrade of the Helio G85 with the same GPU but better CPU performance. Even though there is almost a year of difference between the launch dates of these two devices, they both run Android 11, customized by HiOS.

Camera

The Tecno Pova 3 brings a better camera department to the shelves thanks to a superior main camera. While its predecessor Tecno Pova 2 offered a 48 MP main sensor, the new device is equipped with a 50 MP main camera providing higher detail and better overall photo quality. The older model has one more camera on the rear side, but it is a useless 2 MP snapper, that is why it is better to have a superior main camera. In both cases, we are talking about low-end camera phones, but it is worth mentioning the difference between the camera setups. Both the handsets are able to record 1440p videos and feature 8 MP front cameras.

Read More: Tecno POVA 2 launched with Helio G85, 7,000mAh battery, 48MP quad cameras in India

Battery

The battery is maybe the strongest point of these devices for a lot of people. They come with a huge battery capacity of 7000 mAh and, in 2022, the amount of phones with a so big battery is very low. Thanks to this battery, they are able to last several days on a single charge. Given that the components are similar and the processors are built with the same production process, the battery life between these two phones should not change too much. But you should note that the Tecno Pova 3 has faster charging speeds thanks to 25W fast charging (instead of just 18W).

Price

You need at least $180 to purchase the Tecno Pova 3 and at least Rs. 11,999 or $154 to buy the Pova 2 (we are talking about listing prices and not street prices). Which one would you pick?

Tecno Pova 2 vs Tecno Pova 3: PRO and CONS

Tecno Pova 2

PRO

More affordable
Wider availability
Better street prices
One more camera

CONS

Inferior chipset
Inferior camera

Tecno Pova 3

PRO

Better chipset
Faster charging
Higher refresh rate
Better main camera
LED stripe

CONS

Price

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Giztop is giving $50 Coupon for Vivo X80 Pro Flagship Phone

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Jun 8, 2022

Giztop is giving a $50 coupon for Vivo X80 Pro. The smartphone which generally retails for $929 is now available for a discounted price of $879 only by using the coupon code: X80P50 only at Giztop. This coupon expires on 18 June 2022.

WHERE TO BUY

Vivo X80 Pro at $879 (after discount)@Giztop

Vivo X80 Pro features a 6.78” E5 LTPO2 QHD+ AMOLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The flagship phone is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and comes with Adreno730 GPU. You have multiple memory options viz. 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB / 256GB / 512GB internal storage.

Vivo X80 Pro comes with a rear quad camera set up with a 50MP main camera and 48MP + 12MP + 8MP secondary sensors. For your selfies, you have a 32MP sensor in the front. The phone is fueled with a 4700mAh battery and supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

Generally retailing for $929 you can now buy Vivo X80 Pro for $879 only at Giztop. Please note that this price is for the base variant only, but the coupon is applicable to all memory variants and colors.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

Realme GT Neo 3, GT Neo 3T European prices are out, DBZ Edition coming too

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 8, 2022

Realme recently launched the GT Neo 3 in some global markets while the GT Neo 3T made its global debut yesterday with the Indonesian launch.

Now, Realme has listed these devices on its European and UK websites revealing the pricing of the smartphones. The GT Neo 3 (150W fast charging) costs £600 for the 12GB + 256GB configuration. The same device (12GB + 256GB) has a price tag of €700 for EU customers. The 80W fast charging variant of the device is also available to EU customers (8GB + 256GB) for €600.

As for the GT Neo 3T (8GB + 128GB), the smartphone has a price tag of €470 in the EU region and £370 in the UK. Both these devices are offered with small discounts for pre-booking. The devices will go on first sale starting 9th June in the EU and 15th June in the UK.

Other than that, EU customers are also getting the GT Neo 3T Dragon Ball Z Edition smartphone. This device will go on sale with a price tag of €500. Additionally, Realme Buds Air 3 Nitro Blue (aka Le Mans edition in some regions) has also debuted in the EU. It has a price tag of €80.

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Get $200 OFF on Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z Edition

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Jun 8, 2022

Giztop is giving a $200 Discount on the Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z edition. The smartphone which generally retails for $599 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $399 only at Giztop.

WHERE TO BUY

Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z edition at $399 (after discount)@Giztop

Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z edition features a 6.62” 120Hz Samsung E4 AMOLED FHD+ display and is powered by the Snapdragon 870 Octa-Core processor. The smartphone comes with 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB storage.

On the back, you have a triple camera setup with a 64MP main camera and 8MP + 2MP secondary cameras. And for your selfies, you can find a 16MP camera in the front. Fueled with a 5000mAh battery, the smartphone supports 65W SuperDart Flash charging. It runs on the Android 11-based Realme UI 2 and comes with an under-display fingerprint scanner.

Fitted with dual stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos game support, Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z edition comes with a dedicated GT mode that offers leapfrog performance while gaming with enhanced image quality, 4D in-game vibrations, faster loading times, dynamic sound effects, and more.

Generally retailing for $599, you can now buy Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z edition for $399 only at Giztop. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap.

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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra with SD 8 Gen 1, under-display camera launched globally

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 8, 2022

Last month, ZTE launched the Axon 40 Ultra smartphone in the Chinese market. The brand has now debuted the device in the global market, so let’s check out its specifications and features along with its price and availability.

Design and Display

The Axon 40 Ultra is among the rare breed of flagship smartphones to come without a punch-hole on the front panel. Instead, it uses an under-display front camera to provide users with an uninterrupted full-screen experience. Its top and bottom edges are flat, while the sides are curved.

Coming back to the front, it has a 6.81-inch AMOLED display panel with a Full HD+ resolution of 2480 x 1116 pixels. The screen offers 120Hz refresh rate, 100 percent coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut, 10-bit color, 400 PPI pixel density, 1500nits brightness, and an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Specifications

Under the hood, the device houses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It gets juice from a 5,000mAh battery which offers 65W fast charging for the global variant. For heat dissipation, it has VC liquid cooling unit, which occupies a 36,356mm² area inside the device. Software-wise, the device runs Android 12 based MyOS 12.

Other features of the smartphone include dual speakers with DTS Ultra support and an X-axis linear motor. On the connectivity front, it offers dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, dual-frequency GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port.

Cameras

Coming to the optics, the Axon 40 Ultra has a triple camera setup on the rear consisting of a 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 primary sensor with OIS and full-pixel omnidirectional autofocus. It features another 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 sensor for the ultrawide lens (with OIS). Lastly, the device comes with another OIS-enabled 64-megapixel telephoto periscope camera.

The rear camera setup is assisted by a flicker sensor, a ToF sensor, and a tri-microphone setup for audio zoom and audio recognition. All three 64-megapixel cameras of the Axon 40 Ultra are capable of shooting 8K resolution videos.

Coming to the front, the device offers a 16-megapixel under-display camera with 2.24μm large pixels. This is the third generation under-display camera from ZTE which debuted the under-display camera on the Axon 20.

Pricing and Availability

The Axon 40 Ultra is offered in two configurations in the Global market. The 8GB + 128GB model is priced at $800/€830/£710. On the other hand, the 12GB + 256GB configuration has a price tag of $900/€950/£810. The device will be available to purchase starting June 21, however, customers can already put down a small deposit of $2/€2/£2 to book their devices. Booking a device will also translate to a discount of $50/€50/£40 when the sale begins.

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra will be sold through the brand’s official store in the following countries and regions:

North America: Canada, United States (not including American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands)

Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain (50 of 52 provinces), Sweden, United Kingdom

The Middle East: Israel, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates

Asia Pacific: Australia, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Japan, Macao SAR, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam

Africa: South Africa (8 of 9 provinces)

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Get Discounts, Deals, and Free Gifts on Oclean Electric Toothbrushes, Water Flossers, and Smart Oral Health Care Devices

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Jun 8, 2022

One of the leading global brands of Oral health and hygiene, Oclean is giving huge discounts on family oral healthcare bundles including smart toothbrushes and flossers. The company has created a range of smart toothbrushes that cater to the need of different customers.

You can choose from simple to advanced sonic and audio-enabled toothbrushes as per your requirement and budget. With the wide variety of products available under the brand, you are sure to find something that suits you. So let’s take a look at some of the best and most interesting Oclean combo deals available to global consumers.

Best Family Brush and Floss Combo:

Retail Price: $132.97 Discounted Price: $119

1 x Oclean Flow Sonic Toothbrush (White) + 4 Brush heads
1 x Oclean W10 water flosser
1 x Oclean S1 Toothbrush UVC sterilizer
Free Gift: 2X standard nozzles + 2 X brush head refills

Professional Brushing Bundle:

Retail Price: $155.97 Discounted Price: $139

1 x Oclean X Pro Elite Smart Electric Toothbrush (Limestone Grey) + 4 Brush heads
1 x Travel case
1 x Oclean S1 Toothbrush UVC sterilizer

Premium Brushing Bundle:

Retail Price: $62.98 Discounted Price: $54.98

1 x Oclean Z1 Sonic Electric Toothbrush (White) + 4 Brush heads
1 x Travel case

New Launch – Oclean Air 2T set:

Retail Price: $69.99

1 x Oclean Air 2T Sonic Electric Toothbrush
1 x Travel Case
1 x Wall mount
Free Gifts: 4 x Brush head refills

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8 x Oclean replacement brush heads
1 x 2-in-1 charger and holder for Oclean X pro / X / Z1 / X1
2 x Oclean standard Nozzles (W10 only)
1 x wireless charger for Oclean X pro Elite

Please note that the deal ends on 20.6.2022 after which you can buy all the Oclean products at their retail price only. So make sure to take advantage of the ongoing promotions and get your smart electric toothbrushes, water flossers and other oral health products at discounted prices only at official website of Oclean.

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POCO F4 5G live image reveals design, specs & more

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Jun 8, 2022

Earlier this week, POCO officially teased the upcoming POCO F4 series, stating that the devices will be focused on “Display and Sound.”

The upcoming POCO F4, which will likely be the lower-end model in the F4 series has already appeared on multiple certifications websites. And now, tipster Paras Guglani in collaboration with RootMyGalaxy has revealed the live images of the POCO F4.

POCO F4 5G

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The image reveals that the smartphone has flat edges and a flat back. It has a 64-megapixel AI triple camera setup on the back and features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor (on the power button) and volume rocker on the right side. The image also confirms that the smartphone will come in a green color option.

The previous report had hinted that the POCO F4 could be a rebranded Redmi K40S, and the new images all but confirm the rumor, as the device looks identical to the K40S.

POCO F4 Specifications (Expected)

The POCO F4 is expected to feature a 6.67-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED screen with an FHD+ resolution and support for a 120Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, the device will bring a Snapdragon 870 SoC paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The F4 5G will have a 4,520mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging and Android 12-based MIUI 13.

The optics of the device have apparently been tweaked as the K40S features a 48-megapixel camera while the POCO F4 will come with a 64-megapixel AI triple camera setup.

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Smartphone cameras continue to advance as software drives innovation in new directions

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Viraj Gawde

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Jun 8, 2022

Smartphone cameras have come a long way in terms of photography capabilities compared to digital cameras. A webinar hosted by Counterpoint Research revealed that the imaging system continues steep advances as software drives innovation in a new direction. Honor, DXOMARK, Qualcomm, and Eugenio Recuenco were the guests of the webinar and it focused on various topics like smartphone camera trends, OEM imaging comparisons, and more.

The report states that at the upper end of the market flagship camera counts are flattening, focal lens lengths are been stretched and image processing demands are pushing chipset makers. Since 2019, the average number of camera counts per smartphone is below three. OEMs like Honor are adopting sophisticated computational photography techniques to keep up with the pace of advancement.

Beyond megapixels and camera counts, there is an increasing importance of software in camera systems. They offer features like multi-frame and multi-camera fusion techniques. Qualcomm VP says that software and algorithm-based photography means processing power is paramount for smartphone camera performance to deliver extreme image signal and neural processing.

DXOMARK’s Director says that Honor’s Magic4 Ultimate makes the best use of multi-camera fusion computational photography.

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Apple iPhone 14 Pro tipped to feature Always On Display again

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Sean

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Jun 8, 2022

We have already reported on various reports related to the Apple iPhone 14 series recently. And now, the latest report has revealed an interesting feature that might be making its way to the iPhone 14 Pro models.

According to a 9To5Mac report, multiple codes were spotted on the iOS 16 Developer Beta, which hints at the iPhone 14 Pro featuring Always On Display. Furthermore, this is in line with one of our previous reports. Back in May 2022, we had reported on the iPhone 14 Pro series featuring Always On Display thanks to improved screen refresh rate. The initial report had hinted at the feature being possible thanks to lower variable fresh rate on the next gen ProMotion display.

The new report states that provisions for this feature was also spotted on the iOS 16 code. This includes three frameworks that could be used by iOS 16 to improve efficiency on the backlight on the iPhone 14 Pro’s display. Notably, similar framework is typically seen in smartphone that feature Always On Display. As per our previous report, the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max’s ProMotion display would be able to go as low as 1Hz refresh rate to help conserve battery life and enable Always On functionality.

While the iPhone 13 Pro series also featured ProMotion display with 120Hz refresh rate, its panel only supported as low as 10Hz refresh rate. Thus, it wasn’t suitable for the Always On Display feature. But an improved display would mean that the upcoming iPhones will offering this function and Apple is already working on bringing software support for it.

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Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro starts receiving HarmonyOS 2.1.0.358 update and find my device support

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Viraj Gawde

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Jun 8, 2022

Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro is now receiving HarmonyOS 2.1.0.358 June update. The new version is available for users in China. The software update download package weighs 76.02 MB in size and the changelog says that it comes with an enhanced experience and optimized system stability. The wearable device also gains support for find my smartwatch via a mobile phone.

Huawei says that it is recommended to update the ‘Sports Health’ app to version 12.1.4.310 and version 12.1.4.325 on Android and iOS devices respectively. The Bluetooth connection is required to be turned on during the entire update process. It may take a long time and the smartwatch will automatically restart after the update is completed.

Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro picture 2 — Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro

The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro debuted in China earlier in April this year. It is a premium smartwatch that is offered in 46mm with 1.43-inch and 43mm with 1.32-inch screens respectively. Both come with AMOLED panels, sapphire glass, and a ceramic body.

The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro is equipped with a heart rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, body temperature, sleep tracker, stress monitor, and more. The smartwatch also comes with ECG to check the user’s heart rhythm and electrical activity. The wearable device offers 100 sports modes including 18 professional activities. It is also equipped with dual-band GPS for outdoor activities.

The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro is claimed to last up to 14 days on a single charge and comes with wireless charging support.

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Nothing Phone (1) set to launch on July 12, here’s what we know so far

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 8, 2022

Earlier this year, Carl Pei’s startup, Nothing, announced that it will debut its first smartphone dubbed the Nothing Phone (1) in the summer of 2022. The highly anticipated device has now been officially confirmed to launch on July 12.

The device will debut at the ‘Nothing: Return to Instinct’ event which will be held in London and live-streamed across the globe via the company’s website, nothing.tech.

Unlearn. Undo. Starting with phone (1).

Nothing (event) – Return to Instinct.
Tuesday 12 July, 16:00 BST.

Get notified: https://t.co/FEJL4Jb2Aw #phone1 pic.twitter.com/SX0PCdeXw9

— Nothing (@nothing) June 8, 2022

The company has stated that “It’s our first smartphone and our most important product,” and has also claimed that the launch event is an “invitation to unlearn everything the industry has taught us”.

The phone might launch on July 12, however, it might take the company a while before it is available for purchase. A recent report revealed that the Nothing Phone (1) is likely to be manufactured in India and that the smartphone is yet to enter the production stage.

So far, the company has officially confirmed that the smartphone will sport a transparent back, an aluminum mid-frame, wireless charging support, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset under the hood. Other than that, the device has also been subject to multiple leaks that suggest the device will feature a 6.55-inch full HD+ OLED panel with 1080 x 2400 pixels and 90Hz refresh rate.

Other than that, it will likely have the recently unveiled Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset paired with 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage. It may be powered by a 4500mAh battery and support wired and wireless fast charging. Lastly, the smartphone is expected to debut around the $500 price range.

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ASUS focusing on esports & premium phone market, but hasn’t seen profits yet: CEO

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Sean

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Jun 8, 2022

Earlier today (8th June 2022), ASUS held a shareholders’ meeting. During this conference, the company’s CEO stated that the company is continuing to focus on the mobile esports market as well as premium segment of smartphones. Although, it has yet to make a profit.

Xu Xianyue, the CEO of the Chinese electronics maker, stated that the brand is still focusing on launching high end smartphones for the esports centric market. This statement arrives just prior to the launch of the the new ROG Phone 6, which will be its latest flagship gaming smartphone. Notably, the CEO stated that ASUS is a known figure in the esports industry and its smartphones also have a high market share in the segment.

Talking about the upcoming ROG Phone 6, it will feature top notch specifications like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC as well as high 165Hz refresh rate as well. Over the existing base Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, the new chip offers improvements in both CPU and GPU performance. In other words, this handset will basically be one of the most powerful gaming phones in the market.

Despite offering a 10 percent rise in CPU and GPU performance, the new chip would also offer better power efficiency as well. Meaning, one would be able to get better performance and even longer battery life with the upcoming ROG Phone 6. So stick around for more updates regarding this matter.

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Xiaomi 12 Ultra protective case spotted on Xiaomi Youpin

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Sean

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Jun 8, 2022

Over the last couple of days, we have covered some rumors and reports regarding the Xiaomi 12 Ultra. Now, the company’s top end flagship has been spotted on an official platform, thanks to a protective case listing.

According to an ITHome report, the new protective covers were spotted on the Xiaomi Youpin platform, with the intended model being stated as well. In other words, the new cases were for the Chinese tech giant’s upcoming 12 Ultra smartphone, which will be a part of the flagship 12 series. Notably, this is further confirmed based on the cutouts that can be observed on the back of the cover.

We recently had covered renders of the 12 Ultra, with the smartphone being depicted with a large circular camera module on the rear. The cover also has a similar cutout to be in line with this design. We can also clearly see five image sensors on the rear as well. Notably, the protective cover has a total of seven cutouts on the back, including the LED flash and another sensor module.

From what we know so far, the rear of the Xiaomi 12 Ultra is expected to pack at least a 50 megapixel primary sensor, paired with two 48 megapixel sensors for the ultra wide angle lens and the periscopic telephoto lens as well. The specifications of the rest are still unknown, but the lenses are expected to be made by Leica, as a part of the new partnership. That is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more updates.

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Redmi Note 11T Pro with Dimensity 8100 SoC is on sale for only $224 in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jun 8, 2022

A couple of weeks back, Redmi launched the Redmi Note 11T Pro in China. The handset went on sale starting last week. Now, within days from the commencement of its sale, the device is already available at discounted price tags.

As part of its 618 sales promotion, JD (Jingdong) is offering a ¥300 discount on all the memory configurations of the Redmi Note 11T Pro in China. This discount comprises a ¥100 off the retail price, a ¥150 discount coupon, and an additional ¥50 discount coupon for JD Plus members.

As a result, the price of the 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 256GB variants come down to ¥1,499 ($224), ¥1,599 ($239), and ¥1,799 ($269) respectively. Originally, they cost ¥1,799, ¥1,899, and ¥2,099.

For just ¥1,499 ($224), buyers get a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset, a 144Hz LCD screen with Dolby Vision support, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, 64MP (wide) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) triple camera system, 16MP selfie camera, Dolby Atmos supported-dual stereo speakers, 5,080mAh battery, and 67W fast charging support.

The Redmi Note 11T Pro is currently the only smartphone in the world offering the aforementioned set of features for the said price tag. But unfortunately, it is limited to China. Though it is expected to make its way to international markets under different names in the near future, it will be priced higher.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra & other gadgets get up to $125 price cut for father’s day

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Sudhanshu

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Jun 8, 2022

Father’s day is less than two weeks away, and on this occasion, Samsung US is offering great deals on its flagship Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphone along with other gadgets. So, let’s take a look at these offers.

Samsung is offering the Galaxy S22 Ultra with a flat $125 discount on all configurations. The brand is also offering enhanced trade-in credit, which means that customers will get the same amount of credit for a phone with a broken screen as they would for a phone in good condition.

The brand is also offering a $100 instant rebate and up to a $600 trade-in value on the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. Other than that, Samsung also has some interesting offers on its AIoT products. This includes the Galaxy Buds 2, which has a flat discount of 27%, bringing its price down to $110.

Other than that, the Galaxy Watch 4 also has a discount of $30 on the WiFi model and $50 on the LET model bringing their prices down to $220 and $250 respectively.

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Apple plans to manufacture M2 Pro chips later this year: Report

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Sean

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Jun 8, 2022

During the WWDC 2022 event, Apple had announced its latest MacBook models that are powered by its new M2 chipset. This new chipset is the successor to the original ARM based M1 chip, which was the company’s first proprietary processor.

Now, a new report has suggested that the brand already plans on producing the new M2 Pro chip later this year as well. In other words, the Cupertino based giant already has plans to release more powerful notebooks in the market soon. For those unaware, the new M2 chips are already more powerful than their predecessor, offering up to 18 percent boost in CPU performance and 35 percent faster GPU performance as well.

So, we can expect the M2 Pro chips to be even more capable. The news arrives from a market analysis by Jeff Pu, who is the analyst and managing directory of tech research at TSMC, the iPhone maker’s chip supplier. He believes that the M2 Pro will start mass production later this year and will be based on the more advanced 3nm process. For those unaware, the M2 is still based on the 5nm process like the M1 chip.

The new M2 Pro might feature up to 12 cores in the CPU and would likely offer a more powerful GPU as well. Being the Pro model, it will likely also ship with products that sit above MacBooks that were just unveiled. So, it might be housed in new iMacs and other creator level products for professionals. Although, this is just speculation as of right now, so take it with a pinch of salt.

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