After releasing beta builds of ColorOS 12 last month, Oppo has now started rolling out the stable release based on Android 12 to the Oppo F17 and Oppo A73 in India and Vietnam. But apparently, the company requires users to submit an application if they want to receive the stable ColorOS12 update during the initial rollout.
Oppo announced through a community post that the ColorOS 12 official update is coming now to the Oppo F17 in India, and Oppo A73 in Vietnam. The post says that the update is still in the initial stage and will be released on a batch-by-batch basis.
If you have an eligible device, you can get ColorOS 12 update by going to the Software Updates section in the Settings. In the Software Updates section, tap on the settings kebab menu in the top right corner and you will see an option to register for the update. Once you submit the application, you will receive ColorOS 12 via an OTA update.
Please note that if the application quota is full, you will have to wait for the next round of rollout. Read these “must-knows” before you proceed to apply for the update:
Please backup important data on the phone before updating to avoid data loss caused by incompatibility or other unforeseen circumstances.
After updating to the latest version, the operating system will do several actions to optimize your device automatically. It might lead to your device heating, lagging, and fast battery draining. We recommend you turn off the screen and charge your device for a whole night after its updated success. Or keep using the device and it will become normal within a few days.
Some third-party applications are not compatible with Android 12. Therefore, updating these applications might not be available or have technical issues including lagging and crashing down on your device.
Samsung’s Expert RAW app has been available for the Galaxy S22 series and a few older Galaxy smartphones for almost a year. Now, the South Korean tech giant is releasing a new update for Expert RAW which will extend its compatibility to the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The update has arrived a bit late since Samsung announced earlier that it is set to release it in April.
As initially spotted by Sammobile, Samsung has rolled out an update to the Expert RAW app which enables support for the Galaxy Z Fold 3. Aside from that, the update also brings a few performance enhancements such as faster processing time in a low-light environment and improvements in the image quality.
Source: Sammobile
If you don’t know much about Samsung’s Expert RAW app, some explanation might be in order. The app offers a wider dynamic range than its standard camera apps and a whole host of manual shooting controls for the more experienced photographer. Moreover, the app enables you to take shots in RAW, meaning you can edit them afterward in apps such as Adobe Lightroom.
The update comes packed in 50MB of data and can be downloaded from the Galaxy Store. Now that the Expert RAW is available for Galaxy Z Fold 3, we hope it will soon extend to devices like the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, S20 Ultra, and the Galaxy Z Fold 2 who have been quietly waiting for the app to knock on their doors.
The new support update is great for photography enthusiasts who own a Galaxy Z Fold 3. It’s not like the app will completely change the capabilities of the phone’s camera but it will definitely provide users with a more robust solution and lots more options for fine-tuning.
The OPPO A57 has been announced in Thailand. This phone is different from the OPPO A57 5G, which was announced last month in China. The handset that has gone official in Thailand is a 4G LTE device. It is a low-budget phone that features an HD+ display, 13-megapixel dual cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and price of the OPPO A57.
OPPO A57 specifications and features
The OPPO A57 sports a waterdrop notch display that measures 6.56 inches. The LCD panel produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. It comes with security features such as face unlock and a side-facing fingerprint scanner.
The MediaTek Helio G35 chipset is present under the hood of the OPPO A57. The device offers 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of built-in storage. It comes preloaded with Android 12 OS and ColorOS 12.1. For more storage, it has a microSD card slot.
OPPO A57
The OPPO A57 has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. It has an 8-megapixel camera on the front for snapping selfies. The rear camera island of the device has a 13-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and an LED flash.
The device offers connectivity features such as dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone slot. Lastly, the device measures 163.74 x 75.03 x 7.99mm and weighs around 187 grams.
OPPO A57 price and availability
The OPPO A57 is priced at THB 5,499 (~$161) in Thailand. It comes in two colors: Glowing Green and Glowing Black. At present, it is unclear which other markets will be receiving the OPPO A57.
U&I, a consumer electronics brand based in India, has launched 4 latest audio devices including two wireless neckband earphones and two TWS earbuds. The newly launched earphones are said to have an ergonomic design and a long-lasting battery. Let’s take a quick look at their features and specs.
U&i Poker Series wireless neckband
U&i Poker Series wireless neckband earphones are the latest addition to the company’s neckband lineup. The earphones are said to have a lightweight design. The buds are made up of silicone and have an ergonomic design, the company claims.
The wireless neckband comes with Bluetooth v5 for connectivity and it has a range of 10 meters. They can easily be paired with both Android and iOS devices. The pair has physical control buttons that let users answer or reject calls and adjust the volume on the paired smart device with a few clicks. The wireless earphones also support Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, offering a hands-free voice assistant option to users.
The new U&i Poker Series neckband earphones are packed with a 150mAh battery. As per the company, the earphones can offer up to 40 hours of playback time with a single charge of two hours. The earphones come in three color options- Green, Blue, and Black. They come at a price of Rs. 2,999 ($38) and are backed with 12 months warranty.
U&i Leo Series wireless neckband
U&i Leo series wireless neckband comes with a minimalistic look and its frame is made up of lightweight ABS and Silicone materials, making it resistant to sweat and water.
The wireless neckband is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 and provides lag-free and clear audio up to 10 meters of connectivity from the source. The audio device has a battery of 250mAh which gives 36 hours of non-stop playback time on a single 2-hour charge. The Leo Series has a control panel with physical buttons that can be used to control music, take calls or wake the voice assistant.
The Neckband is priced at Rs. 2,499 ($32) and is backed by a 6-month warranty. The Leo series wireless neckband is available in 5 color options— White, Pink, Black, Blue, and Grey.
Roman Series TWS Earbuds
The U&i Roman Series TWS Earbuds come with a boxed design and a small cube-styled carry case. The wireless earphones use Bluetooth v5.1 for connectivity with a maximum operating distance of 10 meters for pairing with compatible smart devices. The earbuds feature touch controls, allowing users to change music, adjust the volume, answer calls or speak to your voice assistant
The U&i Roman Series TWS Earbuds pack a 300mAh battery, which is claimed to provide up to 40 hours of playtime. The earphones take around 1.5hrs charge completely. The pair is offered in Blue, Pink, White, and Black color options and comes at a price of Rs. 3499 ($45) with 6 months of warranty.
Total series TWS Earbuds
The Total Series TWS earbuds feature a stem design and come with a 300mAh battery that can last up to 36 hours. Moreover, each earbud includes a 40mAh battery for a 6-hour playback time. The total series earphones require only 1.5 hours for a complete charge.
For connectivity, the earbuds use Bluetooth v5.1 with a maximum operating distance of 10 meters for pairing with compatible smart devices. In addition, the TWS earbuds feature touch sensors for changing music, volume adjustments, and managing calls.
Backed with 6 months of warranty, the Total series TWS earbuds come at a price tag of Rs. 2499 ($32) and are available in white and black color options.
Samsung has quietly announced the Galaxy M13. It has arrived as the successor for the Galaxy M12, which was announced last year. While Samsung has revealed the entire specs of the phone, it is yet to confirm its price. The device offers key specs such as an HD+ display, 50-megapixel triple rear cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery.
Samsung Galaxy M13 specifications and features
The Galaxy M13 measures 165.4 x 76.9 x 8.4mm and weighs around 192 grams. It has a 6.6-inch Infinity-V display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. It is fitted with an 8-megapixel front-facing camera, and its back panel has a 50-megapixel main camera. The primary camera is coupled with a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth assist lens. It is capable of shooting Full HD videos at 30fps.
Samsung Galaxy M13
The device is powered by an Exynos 850 chipset and 4 GB of RAM. The device offers 64 GB / 128 GB of native storage. There is a microSD card slot onboard for more storage. It has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging.
Samsung Galaxy M13
The Galaxy M13 runs on the Android 12 OS and One UI Core 4.1. It is equipped with Samsung’s Knox security. The power button located on its right edge is integrated with a fingerprint scanner. The device offers connectivity features such as a dual SIM slot, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Samsung Galaxy M13
Samsung Galaxy M13 price and availability
The Galaxy M13 will be available soon in Europe. The South Korean company is expected to confirm its price in the coming days. The M13 comes in three colors: Deep Green, Orange Copper, and Light Blue.
A lot of people did not expect it, but after the Pixel 6 series, Google came up with a new affordable and compact variant: the Google Pixel 6a. Besides being a more affordable variant of the same lineup, it is still powered by the same flagship-class proprietary processor. Alongside its compact dimensions and the price range, this is the main reason why this handset is a perfect rival for the latest Apple compact phone: the iPhone SE 2022. This is a comparison between the specifications of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Google Pixel 6a which will tell you something about the differences between these two compact flagships. After checking it, you can let us know which one you prefer by using the comment box.
Dual 12.2 + 12 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.2
8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY
2018 mAh, fast charging 20W, wireless charging 7.5W
4410 mAh, fast charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Dual SIM slot, 5G, IP67 water resistant
Dual SIM slot, 5G, IP67 water resistant
Design
If you are looking for the best build quality, then you should choose the Apple iPhone SE. It is built with better materials, including an aluminum frame and a glass back protected by Ceramic Shield. However, it has a very outdated design: it is the same design as the very old iPhone 8 released in 2017. The Google Pixel 6a comes with a more modern design including a borderless punch-hole display and a very original rear side. Its display is a lot bigger, but the phone remains very compact thanks to its narrow bezels around the display. If you are looking for the most beautiful phone, then you should choose the Google one.
Display
The Google Pixel 6a wins the display comparison. Unlike the iPhone SE, it comes with an OLED display showing brighter colors and deeper blacks. The display is bigger with a diagonal of 6.1 inches and it has a higher level of detail thanks to a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. Further, it supports the HDR certification improving the image quality on streaming platforms, and more. The Apple iPhone SE sports an old IPS panel with good image reproduction, but is inferior to the Google compact flagship. Not only the color reproduction, but even the level of detail is lower. Further, the bezels are very thick and, unlike the Pixel 6a, it does not have an in-display fingerprint reader but it comes with the Touch ID placed below the display.
Specs & Software
The most advanced level of performance is provided by the Apple iPhone SE 2022. First of all, it comes with the Apple A15 Bionic mobile platform, which is the same processor found on the iPhone 13 lineup. Further, it has the iOS operating system which is actually more optimized than Android 12 found on the Google Pixel 6a. That is the reason why the Google flagship, despite having the powerful Google Tensor chipset, does not reach the performance level of the iPhone. Both the phones belong to manufacturers who own the respective operating system as well, so they will get very long software support with years and years of updates in advance if compared to many other manufacturers.
Camera
On the paper, the Google Pixel 6a looks to have a more complete camera setup. It comes with a 12.2 MP main camera supporting optical stabilization and an ultrawide 12 MP sensor. With the Apple iPhone SE, you only get a single 12 MP shooter with OIS on the rear side, no ultrawide cameras. However, the iPhone is definitely better at recording videos.
The battery life is the weakest point of the Apple iPhone SE because it has a very small battery: it still provides a sufficient battery life, but there is no chance for it to compete with the Google Pixel 6a and its 4410 mAh battery. The capacity of the iPhone is just 2018 mAh and, even though the phone comes with a small display and efficient components, it is still far from other modern flagships in terms of battery life. On the other hand, it is the only one to support wireless charging (but no MagSafe).
Price
The starting price of the iPhone SE 2022 for the global market is €500 or $380, while you need €450 or $450 to purchase the Google Pixel 6a. There is no definitive winner for this comparison but each of these devices has its pro and cons. As mentioned above, the iPhone SE 2022 has a better build quality thanks to its glass back protected by Ceramic Shield, but it also comes with a very outdated design which makes the Pixel 6a more attractive. The Google flagship provides a better OLED display with the HDR certification and a more complete camera department, as well as a bigger battery providing longer battery life, while the Apple one is equipped with a superior hardware department and wireless charging. The price difference is small and both the devices will get long software support as per the manufacturers’ policies. Which one would you pick?
Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Google Pixel 6a: PRO and CONS
Pioneer DJ has unveiled three new stereo speakers that could be used with its desktop monitors. The three models are DM-40D, DM-40D-BT, and DM-50D-BT. The Pioneer DM-50D-BT is a refreshed version of the DM-50D while the DM-40D models are upgrades from the DM-40. The DM-40D-BT and DM-50D-BT speakers both come with Bluetooth connectivity.
The Pioneer DM-50D-BT speakers come with several features that make them useful in music production. The DM-50D-BT has a Class D amplifier that offers a 96kHz sampling rate, a two-way design with a 5-inch woofer, and a 0.75-inch soft dome tweeter. The device also features Pioneer’s DECO convex diffuser and an overall sleek design. The housing of the speaker has grooved ducts to reduce air friction even when placed against a wall.
The Pioneer DM-40D and DM-40D-BT speakers come with a 4-inch woofer and similar functionality to the DM-50D-BT speakers. The 0.75-inch jack input terminals are absent in the DM-40D and DM-40D-BT. They deliver 19W sound output, unlike the bigger DM-50D-BT model.
The three Pioneer DJ speakers will be available sequentially from this week till June. The DM-50D-BT and DM-40D models are available from this week, while the DM-40D-BT will debut in June. The Pioneer DM-40D will be sold at around $186, while the DM-40D-BT will go at $211, and the DM-50D-BT will sell at $286.
SWOTT has unveiled its latest TWS earbuds in the Indian market and it is quite affordable. The SWOTT AirLit 005 TWS earbuds have dynamic 10mm drivers, a unique design, and up to 12 hours of playback. The AirLit 005 earbuds will sell in India for Rs. 899 (~$12).
The entry of the SWOTT AirLit 005 TWS earbuds into the highly competitive market adds another option for consumers. The earbuds have an in-ear design that offers total comfort even when used for extended periods. The 10mm dynamic drivers help to deliver high-quality audio performance for the device. The silicon tips of the SWOTT AirLit 005 help to deliver IPX4 sweat and splash resistance. Connectivity is achieved via Bluetooth 5.0 and the touch controls help the user optimize the device’s use.
The SWOTT AirLit 005 TWS earbuds can be charged via USB-C and gives 5.5 hours of playback on a single charge. The playback time is extended to 12 hours with the use of the 400mAh charging case. The AirLit 005 also supports Voice Assistant functionality and it can be charged fully within an hour. Two colors are available for the AirLit 005 – black and silver.
The SWOTT AirLit 005 TWS earbuds’ affordability and decent features could spur its demand. The device can be purchased via Amazon India, the company’s website, and other retail platforms in the subcontinent.
Samsung is hyping the credentials of its 200MP HP1 sensor with a video showing some of the sensor’s capabilities. The video shows that the new sensor can preserve a great deal of detail. We are still awaiting the first smartphone to debut the Samsung 200MP sensor.
Samsung announced the ISOCELL HP1 sensor back in September 2021. It however seems a Motorola smartphone will be the first to have the monster sensor. The video details how the HP1 sensor was attached to a Frankenstein rig having a test board, an external display, and another lens. The setup was then used to capture photos of a cat. The photo output was then printed on an industrial printer.
The optimized still image of the cat was done on a 28 x 22 meters canvas with several 2.3m pieces attached together and hung on a building. The HP1 sensor is capable of zooming or cropping images while their details remain intact. The new ChamelonCell pixel binning technology is another great feature of the HP1 sensor. It allows the grouping of up to 16 pixels to achieve different resolutions from 12.5MP to 200MP.
Last year, Microsoft announced Windows Subsystem for Android which will allow Android apps to run on Windows 11. The service has been made available to Windows users in the United States, and now, Microsoft has announced that the service will extend to more regions before the end of 2022.
These regions will include France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom (Via XDA Developers). For those unaware, this feature was announced in June 2021 and made its way to the live version of Windows earlier this year. Microsoft has partnered with Amazon for this service and provides the Android apps via the Amazon Appstore on Windows 11.
If you live outside of these above-mentioned regions and can’t wait for the update to make its way to your country, you can easily access the feature from the Microsoft store after changing your region settings in Windows. The more challenging part is getting access to the apps themselves as Amazon Appstore currently works only with US-based Amazon accounts. There is still a way to sideload the Android apps on Windows 11, however, it would require a bit of tinkering and technical know-how.
The recently unveiled Redmi Note 11T Pro and Redmi Note 11T Pro+ smartphones could be renamed and launched in India. The Redmi Note 11T Pro and 11T Pro+ were launched this week in China and rumors of an Indian launch are on the air. It had been earlier speculated that the two phones will surface in other markets as POCO X4 GT.
A tipster is however saying that the Redmi Note 11T Pro and Note 11T Pro+ will bear a different name from POCO in India. Kacper Skrzypek that the devices will be rebranded as the Redmi K50i and Redmi K50i Pro models in India. If the rumor turns out to be true, it will follow previous branding choices by Xiaomi in India. The Mi 10T Lite for the global market was branded as the Mi 10i in India last year.
The Redmi K50i Pro will come with a 108MP rear camera while the Redmi K50i sports a 50MP main camera. The K50i and K50i Pro will come with a 6.6-inch FHD+ LCD screen, a 7-step variable refresh rate of 144Hz, and a 16MP front camera. The screens support DC dimming and Dolby Vision.
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MediaTek’s Dimensity 8100 chipset will power both smartphones which offer a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The Redmi K50i, as per its Chinese equivalent, will come with a 5,080mAh battery, while the Redmi K50i Plus has a 4,400mAh battery. The standard model supports 67W wired charging, while the higher model supports 120W charging.
The price of the Redmi K50i could be around Rs. 19,785 ($255), while the Redmi K50i Pro could sell for Rs. 25,610 ($330) if compared with the Chinese models.
Update: Realme VP Madhav Sheth has officially teased the Realme Pad X for India in a recent tweet.
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Earlier today, the Realme Pad X debuted in the Chinese market. The device is a mid-range tablet with impressive specs compared to its price point. Now, tipster Abhishek Yadav has revealed that the tablet will soon be making its way to India.
Realme Pad X 5G with Snapdragon 695 launching soon in India.#realme#realmePadX
The tipster does not mention the specific launch timeline but does confirm that the Indian variant will also feature the Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, just like the Chinese counterpart. However, one difference could be the connectivity offerings as the Chinese model offers WiFi-only connectivity.
Realme Pad X Specs
The new tablet from realme comes with an 11-inch display with a 2K resolution. It’s an LCD panel with 450 nits peak brightness, DC dimming, and 16.7 million colors.
Under the hood, the tablet comes with the Snapdragon 695 SoC and pairs it up with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It comes in a WiFi-only variant and boots Realme UI 3.0 for Pad based on Android 12. The tablet offers software features, such as PC Connect, split-view, and Apple center stage-like functionality on the front camera.
The device also offers support for a stylus and is offered with an optional Smart Keyboard featuring a 1.3mm key travel. The tablet has a 13MP rear camera and a 105° front-facing front camera for optics. Other features include a quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio and an 8,340mAh battery with 33W fast charging.
In China, the tablet starts at ¥1,299 ($193) for the 4GB + 64GB variant, which roughly converts to Rs. 15000. So we can expect the device to come with an affordable price tag in India.
Back in March, the first CAD renders of the upcoming iPhone 14 Pro emerged online. Colored renders of the device surfaced later that month showcasing the smartphone in a fancy Gold color. Now, designer Ian Zelbo has provided new High resolution renders of the iPhone 14 Pro in multiple colors like purple, silver, graphite, and gold (via).
iPhone 14 Pro renders by Ian Zelbo
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Apart from Gold, the most eye-catching render is the gorgeous purple color which is said to be the special color coming for the iPhone 14 Pro this time around. There might be more “special color” options planned for the device, however, the purple color will likely not be made available for the vanilla iPhone 14 model. Other than the color options, the renders also visualize the rumored slim bezels that are said to give the device some additional display real estate.
So far, leaks surrounding the Apple iPhone 14 Pro suggest that the smartphone will come with a 48-megapixel sensor wide-angle primary camera, which is considerably bigger than the current 12-megapixel wide-angle camera featured in the iPhone 13 series.
Other than that, the device will get rid of the notch for a pill-shaped and punch-hole cutout combo, and will also come with the next generation A16 Bionic chipset. A recent report also stated that the new ProMotion display on the iPhone 14 Pro will give it access to the Always On Display feature that’s been missing from the iPhones till now. This will be made possible as the new display panel will feature an adaptive refresh rate technology capable of dropping down to 1Hz saving precious battery life.
Sony has stated that it plans on raising the production of its PlayStation 5 gaming console. The announcement arrives as the issues with the supply chain subsides. The good news doesn’t just stop there, as the company also revealed that it plans to expand its PS5 games portfolio as well.
Despite the PS5 console launching back in November 2020, the Japanese tech giant has been struggling with its production due to the ongoing global chip shortage and other supply constraint issues. Although, the company plans on closing the gap year three and even plans to overtake the PS4 install base by the next year. Furthermore, Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan stated that “we’re planning for heavy further increases in console production, taking us to production levels that we’ve never achieved before.”
This news arrives despite the COVID-19 lockdowns in China, but the executive stated that “things are definitely improving.” The brand has also projected that the sales of PS5 hit 18 million units in the financial year end in March compared to 11.5 million units from a year earlier. Notably, Sony is also moving away from its sole focus on single player titles that are exclusive on its platform.
Now, it would work on more PC and mobile titles and will even offer live service games that will make up almost half of all new titles in 2025. The official further added that “There will be many, many individual players who prefer to enjoy games in the way that they have played them from the past 30 years or more.”
After multiple sanctions from the US barring Chinese tech giants like Huawei from accessing advanced semi-conductors from manufacturers like TSMC, China has started heavily investing in domestic solutions for its semi-conductor needs.
Now, in a recent development, Taiwan authorities have raided ten Chinese companies suspected of illegally poaching chip engineers and other tech talents (via Reuters). Taiwan, which is the home to the world’s largest manufacturer of advanced semi-conductor, TSMC, has recently been proactive in countering illegal poaching efforts by Chinese companies that might threaten Tawain’s global semiconductor dominance.
The Investigation Bureau said it raided ten Chinese companies or their R&D centers which operate in Taiwan without approval earlier this week. It said nearly 70 people have been summoned for questioning in a joint crackdown across several cities including the capital Taipei and the island’s semiconductor hub, Hsinchu.
The bureau has issued a statement saying “The illegal poaching of Taiwan’s high-tech talent by Chinese companies has badly impacted our international competitiveness and endangered our national security,” the bureau added that technology is vital to Taiwan’s security and has urged people to “stay high on alert” for such Chinese activities.
The companies currently under investigation have not been named, but the bureau has informed that it includes integrated circuit design firms and electronics parts makers.
Samsung‘s upcoming Galaxy XCover Pro 2 is said to be the brand’s first 5G rugged smartphone. The device has already been subject to multiple leaks and its renders have also emerged online. Now, a new report suggests that Samsung might adjust the naming scheme of the rugged smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro 2 renders
According to a recent Google Play Console listing, the smartphone will have a different marketing name. Instead of the Galaxy XCover Pro 2, it will be called the Galaxy XCover6 Pro.
Other than that, the Google console listing has also confirmed many of the specifications of the upcoming rugged device.
Based on the listing, the smartphone has the model number SM-G736U and will come with Qualcomm’s SM7325 chipset, with four cores clocked at 2.4GHz and four cores with a clock speed of 1.8GHz. This is the Snapdragon 778G SoC.
The smartphone will feature a Full HD+ display with 1080 x 2408 pixel resolution and a pixel density of 450 dots per inch. It will also have a dew-drop notch and thick bezels going around the display. Going by the previous leaks, the screen size of the device will be 6.5-inches and it will be an AMOLED panel. It will measure 169.5mm x 81.1mm x 10.1mm and will feature an Android 12-based operating system along with a 3.5mm audio jack.
The launch window of the device along with its price point is still under wraps, however, the Google Console appearance hits that it may launch in the coming months.
Samsung is planning on launching another entry level 5G smartphone in the European market soon. But this time, the company will be launching a 5G variant of an existing 4G model, which is the Galaxy A23.
Samsung Galaxy A23
As of right now, finer details regarding its launch is still unknown, but it is expected to launch sometime in the middle of this year. Since we are nearing the half yearly point, the South Korean tech giant’s announcement for the Galaxy A23 5G model could be just around the corner. The launch of this handset will expand the brand’s affordable 5G Galaxy phone portfolio in the European region.
Currently, the company already sells its Galaxy A23 4G smartphone, which features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC. So, we can safely assume that the 5G variant of this model will feature certain changes in hardware, especially in terms of its processor under the hood. The news arrives from sources close to the matter (Via GalaxyClub), although, a concrete launch date for this upcoming budget 5G smartphone is still at large at the moment.
Apart from a 5G enabled processor, we can expect the Galaxy A23 5G to be mostly similar to the 4G version of Galaxy A23. In other words, it would likely sport a 6.6 inch PLS LCD panel that has a 90Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution. The rear may feature a 50 megapixel primary camera while the front houses an 8 megapixel selfie shooter. A large 5,000mAh battery pack would power the device, which supports 25W fast charging.
Naruto is one of my favorite Japanese mangas, which I believe has touched countless fans like me in the past 2 decades. Although the television series ended in 2017, we still are able to see its energy spreading throughout the world with plenty of Naruto-related merchandise. And today I’m very excited to introduce you guys to the first Naruto special edition smartphone brought by Realme, the Realme GT Neo 3 Naruto. Actually, it’s not the first anime-themed smartphone launched by the brand. The first one was the Realme GT Neo 2 Dragonball Z Edition (Unboxing), and if you’re interested, you can click the card at the corner and watch our unboxing video. But trust me, the second collaboration with Naruto is more attractive for fans.
Well, follow our boxing and take a look at the latest Naruto edition.
The first sight of the packaging is enough for us to get excited and start expecting more. It’s actually a summoning scroll! In the series, it’s one of the most important pieces of equipment in a ninja’s arsenal. Distinguished by the color, it seems to be the summoning scroll that Naruto carried when he appeared in the battle against Pain. And that scene is also one of my favorite moments in the series. So of course, this scroll carries a lot of fans’ memories from the series, and it’s also very collectible.
The scroll is made of leather-like material and feels very delicate to touch. It’s surprisingly unfoldable, but there weren’t any ninja techniques stored inside, nor a summoning contract between Naruto and Bunta.
Once you open the cover from one side of the scroll, you will see a semi-cylindrical drawer, which is in a dark green color widely seen on the Ninja flak jacket. Pull it out, and you will see the cover with the emblem of the Uzumaki Clan, which is also the Naruto’s clan symbol on the back of his jacket. At the bottom, there’s the cooperation logo of Realme and Naruto Shippuden.
And we found another small thoughtful accessory inside, which is the sim-card pin. It’s made into the symbol of the leaf village. Remove the cover panel, the phone will appear in front of you. When you turn it over, the design on the back clearly tells us that this is a complete Naruto-custom edition. It simulates the style of Naruto’s jacket from the Shippuden series, divided into the upper matte black and lower bright orange parts. At the center, there’s again the symbol of the Uzumaki clan. Compared to the standard version of the Realme GT Neo 3, the Naruto edition adds a metal-like panel under the camera module. I believe that fans must be very familiar with it, which is the Leaf Village ninjas’ forehead protector. It made me think that if I put a scratch in the middle, it would become a custom version of Akatsuki. Okay, just kidding.
And if you look closer, you will find another iconic detail of Naruto, which is the whisker-like scars on Naruto’s cheeks. Well, they were not actual scars, but marks influenced by the Bijuu’s presence.
Now let’s put the phone aside, as we’ll show you the details of its customization in the software later. At the bottom of the drawer, there’s still a charging cable, a protective case, and a 160W fast charger. But only the charger brick got customized into the same Naruto style of the phone. Actually, there are several customized phone cases released with the Naruto phone, but now it seems that they’re not included and need to be purchased separately.
Now let’s check out what we got in the software. I’m glad to see that the limited edition supports multiple languages when setting up the phone for the first time. Although we have no idea whether the limited edition is going to be officially released in the global market, thankfully you still can get more language options no matter where you buy it from. Google apps are not pre-installed on the phone, but you can still install most Google apps by yourself.
The limited phone starts with a Naruto UI theme with plenty of customized app icons. And there are three customized wallpapers as options. Another unique detail that differentiates from the standard version is the charging effect. When activating 150W fast charging with the included charger, the circular diagram of the five basic natures will show up and tell you how much power is collected back.
Apart from the details that we showed you above, there are no other customizations that we could find. Actually, we still hope to see more surprises on this limited edition. So hopefully the brand can keep working on the software for fans.
The customized edition no doubt is the brand’s most impressive special edition model with a strong Naruto imprint. No matter, from the scroll packaging or for the phone itself, we can feel that they are pretty serious about the co-branded model.
And don’t forget, the whole story did start with stealing a forbidden scroll.
Then from the scroll to the family badge, to the leaf village symbol, and to the cheeks’ mark, the phone seems to try and narrate the story of Naruto, one of the most likable characters in anime history. And as we end this video, we would like to quote Naruto’s most famous dialogue!
“My future dream is to be the greatest Hokage!”
So that’s all we want to share about the Naruto edition of the Realme GT Neo 3, and if you want to learn more about the phone, please check out the previous review of the GT Neo 3 Standard version.
A new budget entry Realme smartphone has just been spotted on multiple certification websites, prior to its official release. These listing have revealed its model number as well as its charging rate and Realme C30 moniker.
According to a MySmartPricereport, the smartphone has been spotted on various certifications sites, including NBTC, Russian EEC, FCC, and TÜV Rheinland as well. This smartphones carries the module number RMX3581, with the NBTC certification listing confirming the Realme C30 moniker. Furthermore, this also confirms that it will be a 4G only smartphone that supports GSM, WCDMA, and LTE connectivity options. On the other hand, the FCC listing reveals some key details regarding the upcoming handset.
The device will weigh around 181 grams and measure just 8.48mm in thickness. It will be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack and will also support dual SIM, 2.4GHz WiFi, and Bluetooth connectivity as well. The TÜV Rheinland certification revealed that the Realme C30 will also arrive with standard 10W charging speeds, which is common for entry level budget phones. The smartphone was even spotted on BIS database as well, and it appears that this model will be manufactured in India.
Since the C30 has been spotted on multiple certification sites, it is clear that the Chinese brand is set to launch the device in the Indian market soon. Furthermore, the C30 is confirmed to launch in two storage configurations, namely 2GB RAM + 32GB storage and 3GB RAM + 32GB storage option. Finer details regarding the handset is still unknown, so stick around for more updates.
Giztop is now accepting pre-orders for the latest Xiaomi Mi Band 7. You can preorder the smart band for $49.99 only. Please note that this is a pre-order deal and the actual shipment will start in the first week of June.
Xiaomi Mi Band 7 features a 1.62-inch 2.5D curved AMOLED display that supports 192 x 490p resolution and 500nits peak brightness. The smart band comes with 100 plus watch faces that enhance your visual experience and help you to customize your band as per your desire.
Xiaomi Mi Band 7 comes with a complete health management package including a 24×7 heart rate monitor, all-day blood oxygen monitor, stress monitor, and sleep tracker with a REM, nap time and sleep breath quality analyzer, female health tracker, Personal activity intelligence (PAI), etc. Moreover, the smart band also supports 120 exercise modes including auto-detection for some activities like running, walking, elliptical, etc.
The smart band is 5ATM waterproof which means you can easily use it in your bath and pool and comes with a smart home control function that helps you to switch on your supported devices using the smart band.
Xiaomi Mi Band 7 comes with 15 days battery life and supports magnetic charging. The newly launched smart band is now available for pre-order for $49.99 only on Giztop. Please note that this version does not include the NFC function. However, you can also buy the Xiaomi Mi Band 7, NFC edition at Giztop.
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