Redmi Pad to feature a new MediaTek chip

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Aug 29, 2022

Huawei recently rolled out the HarmonyOS 2.1.0.399 firmware update to the Huawei Watch GT 3 and GT Runner. The update bought some interesting features with itself. For instance, it has added a new car key function that enables users to unlock car doors or even control the whole car remotely. Let’s have a look at all the details.

Huawei Watch GT 3 and GT Runner have recently received the HarmonyOS 2.1.0.399 update that brings car key and door key functions. It also optimizes the accuracy of swimming distance and swimming pose recognition (Via IThome).

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The car key function has been added for Huawei’s own AITO M5 car. This feature will allow users to remotely control their cars using their Huawei watch. For example, users will be able to unlock the car doors with just a tap. The BYD NFC car key function has also been added.

The changelog mentions that with the new update, users will also be able to use the Huawei Watch GT 3 and GT Runner as door keys. This means they can simply touch the door lock with their watch and it will be unlocked. However, only Huawei Smart Door Lock and Huawei Smart Door Lock Pro are compatible with this feature.

Do note that the new car keys and smart door lock keys features are only available in China, and they need to be activated from the “Wallet” in the “Sports Health” app.

The update also brings certain optimizations. For instance, users can now set multiple time periods in the “Do not disturb” mode, execute a custom running course or smart running plan by rotating the crown and pressing the lower button combination, and more.

Mivi Duopods A550, F70, & Collar Classic Pro earbuds launched in India

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Aug 29, 2022

Audio accessories maker Mivi has unveiled three new products in India. The lineup consists of the Duopods A550, A70, and the Collar Classic Pro neckband. The new product launch comes on the heels of the recent release of the Mivi Duopods F50 in the subcontinent.

The two Duopods models have Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity and offer up to 50 hours of playtime in gaming applications. They can be fully charged via USB-C in less than an hour and the duo deliver high-quality sound. They also feature environmental noise cancellation (ENC), which screens out unpleasant noises. The quad-microphone setup in both Duopods makes talking seamless. Up to four color options are available for the Duopods A550 namely blue, black, beige, and coral.

The Collar Classic Pro neckband has Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity and supports USB-C fast charging. The neckband has 13mm drivers and its battery offers up to 250 hours of standby time. The 190mAh battery can deliver up to 72 hours of playtime at 70% volume with powerful bass output.

Passive noise cancellation is featured in the neckband and it will be available in blue, black, green, grey, and red colors. Voice Assistant support is also featured in the Mivi Collar Classic Pro as well as AAC and SBC audio codecs.

All three products come with a 1-year warranty and will be available via the Mivi e-store, Amazon India, or Flipkart. The Duopods A550 and F70 are priced at Rs. 1,599 ($20). You can get the Collar Classic Pro neckband from Flipkart for Rs. 1,199 ($15). Mivi says it will continue to set new benchmarks with its innovative new products. The company maintains a strong and resourceful research and development team that’s at the heart of Mivi’s progress.

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Moto Edge 30 Neo renders, color options, key specs leaked ahead of launch

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Aug 29, 2022

Motorola is slated to launch several Edge series smartphones on September 8 and that’s when we can expect the Motorola Edge 30 Neo to debut. But ahead of it, a new leak reveals the handset’s color options and design. Edge 30 Neo is said to be the rumored Edge 30 Lite and it could be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

Evan Blass in collaboration with 91mobiles, has shared some images that reveal the Moto Edge 30 Neo’s design and color options. The device will reportedly be available in four color options- Black Onyx, Very Peri, Aqua Foam, and Ice Palace.

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As seen in the images, the smartphone has a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. The back of the device has a decent design, it has a rectangular camera module featuring two cameras. The module is partitioned into two and the below part is also featuring the LED flash. On the bottom, the device is seen to feature a USB Type-C port, a microphone, a speaker grille, and a SIM tray.

Talking about the specifications, the Motorola Edge 30 Neo is expected to come with a 6.28-inch pOLED offering FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone will likely draw power from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 695 chipset that will be paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.

For photography, it may have dual rear cameras consisting of a 64MP main camera with OIS accompanied by a 13MP ultrawide sensor. It is rumored to come with a 4,020 mAh and will support 30W charging.

The smartphone is believed to launch in the first week of September. It could also debut on September 8. We are still waiting for any official confirmation from Motorola about the launch of Edge 30 Neo.

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Corsair Xenon Flex 45WQHD240 gaming monitor with a 240Hz bendable OLED display launched

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Aug 29, 2022

The ongoing Gamescom 2022 has seen Corsair unveil the Xenon Flex 45WQHD240 gaming monitor. The Corsair Xenon Flex 45WQHD240 gaming monitor sports a bendable design, a 240Hz refresh rate, and 0.03ms response time. The bendable design means that the monitor can operate as a curved or flat display. The monitor is a gamer’s delight with a 1,440 pixels resolution and features AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC.

The Xenon Flex is the culmination of a collaboration between Corsair and LG. The model has a 45-inch LG W-OLED panel that can deliver a maximum brightness of 1,000 nits. The contrast ratio of the new monster gaming monitor is 1.35 million: 1 which is what we expect from an OLED display. The super-fast response times and high refresh rates are quite impressive for the machine.

The Corsair Xenon Flex draws similarities with the LG UltraGear 45GR95QE, but with a slightly better performance rating. The AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-SYNC will help to prevent image tearing during gaming sessions. The monitor has an 800R curvature but has handles on its frame for manually adjusting the degree of curvature.

We are still in the dark about the expected release date and pricing for the new Corsair flagship. It is unclear whether the model will be launched later this year, but we expect more official details later. Other details of the Xenon Flex cannot be independently validated until the model becomes available commercially.

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Redmi 11 Prime 5G could launch in India next week- Check Specs & Expected price

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Aug 29, 2022

Redmi 11 Prime 5G is reportedly making its way to the Indian market very soon. The launch of the new 5G handset is yet to be officially confirmed by the Chinese manufacturer. However, a popular tipster has claimed the Redmi smartphone may launch in the country as early as next week. Reports suggest the Redmi 11 Prime will land as rebranded Redmi Note 11E from China.

Tipster Mukul Sharma claims that Redmi is preparing to launch to the Redmi 11 Prime 5G in India. Sharma says the launch could happen very soon, likely Next week. The device is said to arrive in the country as the cheapest 5G-enabled smartphone by the company.

As mentioned, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G is reported to be a rebranded Redmi Note 11E that was launched earlier this year in China. The same device already debuted in the global market as Redmi 10 5G.

We can expect the device to be priced under Rs. 16000 (roughly $200) in India. It will likely come in multiple storage variants.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Specifications (Expected)

Redmi 11 Prime 5G will have a 6.58-inch IPS LCD offering a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2048 pixels. It will offer a standard 90Hz refresh rate. The device will draw power from a Dimensity 700 chip paired with up to 6GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage.

For photography, it will feature a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and an LED flash. On the front, it will have a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The handset will run on the Android 12 OS with MIUI 13 on top. It will be backed up by a 5000mAh battery that will support 18W fast charging.

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OPPO A17K spotted on IMDA, TKDN, and BIS websites, expected to launch soon

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Aug 29, 2022

OPPO is slated to launch several A series smartphones globally. Recently, OPPO A17 was spotted on GCF and BIS India websites, hinting at an imminent launch. Now, a new smartphone dubbed OPPO A17K has appeared on multiple certification sites including TKDN, BIS, and IMDA. The handset is expected to be the successor to OPPO A16K, which was launched earlier this year.

As initially spotted by MySmartPrice, an upcoming OPPO smartphone with model number “CPH2471” has been spotted on the IMDA website. The listing confirms that the device will have the moniker “OPPO A17K”. IMDA database also reveals the handset will support WCDMA and LTE mobile networks as well as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS.

Moreover, the device also visited the BIS India website with the same model number. As usual, the listing did not reveal any details about the smartphone. However, it suggested that OPPO A17K may soon launch in the Indian market.

As mentioned, the OPPO A17K has also been spotted on the TKDN website with the same model number. TKDN listing reveals the device will only have 4G connectivity. Details about the handset are still pretty short. The name of the smartphone suggests it will be launched in the budget range and may carry decent specs as its predecessor.

To recall, OPPO A16K was launched in India in January 2022. It features a 6.52-inch HD+ LCD screen that provides 720 x 1600 pixels resolution. The handset draws power from a MediaTek Helio G35 chipset paired with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. OPPO A16K features only a single 13-megapixel camera on the back. While on the front, there is 5 MP for clicking selfies. The phone is fueled by a 4230mAh battery. It is currently available for purchase at $139.

Jabra Elite 5 specs, design, & color options leaked ahead of launch

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Aug 29, 2022

New details of the upcoming Jabra Elite 5 earbuds have leaked ahead of its launch. The specifications, design, and color options of the new Jabra earbuds were revealed by tipster Roland Quandt. The Elite 5 features improvements from its previous iteration, the Elite 3 and Elite 4 Active. It has 6mm drivers, active noise cancellation, and Bluetooth multipoint connectivity.

The leaked specs show that many of the features of the Elite 7 Active and Elite 7 Pro are also replicated in the mid-range Elite 5. The Elite 5 has six microphones to support active noise cancellation (ANC) and up to 28 hours of playback when used together with its charging case. Without the charging case, the Elite 5 will deliver 7 hours of playtime on a full charge.

The upcoming mid-range earbuds support Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity as well as IP55 certification. The six-microphone ANC setup for the Elite 5 is an improvement from its predecessors. It aligns with the Elite 7 series, in addition to supporting Alexa and Google Assistant. There are touch controls on each earbud and two-color options were seen from the renders. There are multiple ear tips of different sizes and a USB-C cable as part of the package.

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The release date for the Jabra Elite 5 is not known at this time but we could expect an imminent launch. Pricing information was also lacking from the Quandt leak although the Elite 4 Active currently retails at $89.99.

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The Mix Fold 2 repair price shows it is the most expensive Xiaomi phone to repair

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Aug 29, 2022

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 comes with an advanced flexible display which now looks like a sticking tooth for the model in terms of repairability. The Mix Fold 2 has a 120Hz Samsung AMOLED screen whose replacement may cost up to half of the price of the smartphone itself.

The Mix Fold 2 comes with a slimmer design than its predecessor, the Mix Fold. It is Xiaomi’s latest foldable flagship with lots of improved features. It has a main 8.02-inch 2K display whose repair can be very expensive, with no warranty provided by the company. The new flagship has 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

Xiaomi has released a schedule of service costs for the flagship smartphone, with component replacement costs going as high as 4,899 yuan ($713). The replacement of the LTPO 2.0 Eco2 AMOLED screen costs around 4,899 yuan ($713), while the motherboard replacement is about 8,999 yuan ($408). The Mix Fold’s motherboard replacement was about $742, so there is a slight improvement in the new device’s repairability.

To put the repair costs in perspective, the Mix Fold 2 is retailed at $1,310. This means that the replacement of two components of the new Xiaomi foldable exceeds $1,100. Therefore, it may not make any economic sense to repair a Mix Fold 2 model with a faulty screen.

Hopefully, the new Xiaomi foldable flagship comes well-padded in terms of durability. So, you may not need to undertake major and extensive repairs for a while. That won’t be a problem for fans outside China as Xiaomi doesn’t plan to launch the Mix Fold 2 for the global market.

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Get $100 OFF on Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 ( Coupon)

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Aug 29, 2022

Giztop is giving one of the best deals on Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. You can now get a $100 discount on this foldable smartphone. The phone which generally retails for $1799 is now available at a discounted price of $1699 by using the coupon code: MXF100. Please note that this coupon expires on September 5, 2022.

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Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 at $1699 (after discount)@Giztop

Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 features an 8-inch WQHD+ AMOLED Inner display with LTPO technology and a 6.5-inch AMOLED E5 external screen. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 5G processor and comes with Adreno 730 GPU. The smartphone comes in multiple memory variants viz. 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB / 512GB/ 1TB ROM.

Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 has a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor, 13MP OmniVision OV13B ultra-wide snapper, and an 8MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom. On the cover display, you can find a 20MP selfie camera. This powerful foldable smartphone is fueled by a 5020mAh battery and supports 67W fast wired charging. It also supports QC 4+ and PD3.0.

Available in Black and Gold color variants, you can now buy Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 at a discounted price of $1699 at Giztop. Please note that this price is applicable to the base variant only.

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Smart TV market in India grows 74 percent YoY in Q2, 2022; OnePlus bags the third spot

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Aug 29, 2022

Smart television shipments in India grew 74 percent year-on-year basis in the second quarter of this year i.e. the period between April to June. According to Counterpoint Research’s IoT data, the growth is said to be attributed to increasing customer preference, small-size smart TVs, rising OTT consumption, and increasing promotions by retailers and brands.

During the second quarter of the year, Xiaomi continued to led India’s television market with a 13 percent share. The brand’s Mi 4A, 5A series, and Redmi Smart TV series contributed majorly to its market share. South Korean brand Samsung came in the second spot with a 12 percent share, thanks to the T4000 and T5000 series models. OnePlus bagged the third position for the first time with an 8 percent share. The company’s volume driver is attributed to the Y1S, Y1S Pro, and Y1S Edge televisions. Counterpoint adds that OnePlus registered an impressive 123 percent year-on-year growth in the first half of 2022. The fourth and fifth spots are occupied by LG and TCL with 7 and 5 percent market shares respectively.

Online channels contributed to 31 percent of the total shipments during the quarter. Leading platforms like Flipkart, Amazon, and Croma had various promotions such as discounts, no-cost EMIs leading to an increase in their share.

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Get IQOO Z6 5G Phone for $299 on Giztop

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Aug 29, 2022

IQOO Z6 5G phone is now available on Giztop for as low as $299. Please note that this price is applicable to the base variant only.

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IQOO Z6 5G at $299 @Giztop

IQOO Z6 5G features a 6.64-inch LCD FHD+ display and supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 778G + chipset and comes with Adreno 642L GPU. The phone comes with multiple memory options viz. 8GB / 12GB RAM and 128GB / 256GB internal storage.

IQOO Z6 comes with a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP OIS Supported main camera, 2MP macro camera, and 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. It comes with a flagship-level VC liquid-cooling system that offers an efficient cooling and heat dissipation system.

Fueled with a 4500mAh battery, the smartphone supports 80W flash fast charging and runs on Android 12 based ORIGIN OS Ocean. Other interesting features include Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, USB-C, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, face unlock, 3.5mm audio jack, etc.

You can now buy IQOO Z6 5G phone at a starting price of $299 only on Giztop. The phone comes in Black, Orange, and Blue color variants.

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Samsung files patent for dual screen smartphone with a transparent rear display

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Aug 29, 2022

Samsung is reportedly working on a dual-screen smartphone with a rear-facing transparent display. The South Korean brand filed a patent application at World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) in January this year and was published last week. The patent application reveals some unique design information that Samsung is said to be working on.

Smartphones usually have a flat surface back panel housing a camera module and the brand’s logo. Now as per the patent application, Samsung might be considering taking its smartphones to a new level with an innovative design. The brand is considering developing a transparent display at the back. According to the application the second display blends in with the rest of the phone’s back panel when not in use. It could turn on fully or partially similar to an Always-on display. A second rear-facing screen could be used to showcase designs, and information at glance, and also take selfies using the rear camera.

Samsung’s dual-screen patent application looks similar to the ZTE Nubia X that debuted back in 2020. However, it employed a glass rear panel with a higher opacity to hide a regular screen when it is turned off. On the other hand, Samsung’s patent indicates that the phone will have a real display at the back.

Although the patent application is real, there is a possibility that Samsung’s plans of launching a dual-screen phone may never materialise.

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ASUS ROG Phone 6D with Dimensity 9000+ processor confirmed to launch globally on September 19th

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Aug 29, 2022

ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate global launch date has been announced. It will debut on September 19th. It will be the third variant in the ROG Phone 6 series that consists of a regular and Pro models. The Taiwanese brand has also confirmed the chipset on the upcoming offering.

The ROG Phone 6 is entering its ULTIMATE form!
Powered by MediaTek's latest Dimensity 9000+ CPU for peak performance 💪

ROG Phone 6D Ultimate, coming September 19.

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— ROG Global (@ASUS_ROG) August 29, 2022

The ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate will be the first gaming phone to be powered by MediaTek’s flagship Dimensity 9000+ processor. Most gaming phones in the market are equipped with Snapdragon chipsets. The upcoming device was also spotted on AnTuTu benchmarking website. It scored 11,46,594 points which is said to be 2-3 percent more compared to the Pro variant that is equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Out of the 11,46,594 points, 2,91,317 points are for the CPU while the rest are for GPU, MEM, and UX testing. The ROG Phone 6D’s 3C certification website listing reveals that it will come with support for 65W fast charging.

Apart from a different processor, the ROG Phone 6D is expected to retain other specifications from its Snapdragon counterparts. This includes a 6.78-inch FHD+ 165Hz AMOLED display, 50MP Sony IMX766 camera, and a 6,000mAh battery unit.

We will learn more details about the ROG Phone 6D’s pricing and availability when it goes official next month.

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Vivo Y35 with 90Hz display, Snapdragon 680 launched in India: price, specifications

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