Google Pixel 6a (NFC) serial production begins in several Asian countries

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May 6, 2022

Serial production of the Google Pixel 6a (NFC) has started in several Asian countries. The latest information has been shared by tipster Mukul Sharma. This suggests that the launch of Google’s upcoming mid-range offering is imminent, and it will be available in multiple Asian markets. Last month, the smartphone appeared on the FCC certification website.

Pixel 6a production begins in Asian countries — Source: stufflistings

The Google Pixel 6a is widely anticipated to launch at the search giant’s upcoming annual I/O Developer conference that begins next week on May 11th. The smartphone has been subject to a lot of leaks and rumours in the past.

The Google Pixel 6a will come with the same design language as the flagship Pixel 6 series. It will feature a horizontal camera bridge housing a 12.2MP primary sensor paired with a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. The device will reportedly lack Motion Mode which blurs the moving part and applies a blur effect to the background.

The Pixel 6a is expected to come with a 6.2-inch OLED display with a center-aligned punch-hole cutout and an integrated fingerprint scanner.

Internally, the Google Pixel 6a will reportedly be powered by the company’s in-house Tensor chipset. As per the Geekbench listing, it will pack 6GB RAM and run on Android 12 OS out of the box. The smartphone is rumored to be backed by a 4,800mAh battery unit with support for 33W fast charging.

The Google Pixel 6a is expected to launch in multiple countries, unlike the previous Pixel 5a. We will know more information next week.

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New iQOO Z5 phone with 6,000mAh battery tipped to launch soon

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Viraj Gawde

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May 6, 2022

A new iQOO Z5 series phone is expected to launch in China soon. The information comes from tipster Digital Chat Station who also reveals key details of the upcoming phone. The Vivo sub-brand already offers iQOO Z5 and Z5x in its home market. Additionally, iQOO has also launched the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G and Z6 smartphones in India recently.

It’s unclear what the upcoming iQOO Z5-series device will be called. However, it could be dubbed the iQOO Z5 Pro 5G.

new iQOO Z5 phone — Source: Digital Chat Station

According to the tipster, the new iQOO Z5 smartphone will feature a 6.58-inch LCD display bearing an FHD+ resolution. Since it’s an LCD panel, we can expect a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone will reportedly be powered by a huge 6,000mAh battery and it will support for 44W charging speed. Due to a big battery, the device is said to measure 9.21mm in thickness. The source also claimed that the mysterious iQOO Z5 series phone will likely be powered by a processor that is competitive to the MediaTek’s Dimensity 8000 processor. The latter consists of an octa-core CPU with four cores ticking at 2.75GHz.

This is everything we know about the new iQOO Z5 for now. We can expect more information about the smartphone to crop up in the coming weeks.

In other news, a Vivo phone with model number V2188A was spotted on TENAA certification last month. The listing reveals the same specifications and corroborates the information shared by Digital Chat Station. It’s a possibility that the Vivo V2188A could be the upcoming iQOO Z5 series phone.

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Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xperia 10 IV Price and Colors tipped ahead of the imminent launch

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Anurag

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May 6, 2022

Sony Xperia 1 IV and Sony Xperia 10 IV smartphones are all set to make their debut on May 11 at an official launch event. Just a few days ahead of the launch, fresh leaks have revealed the pricing details of both the upcoming Sony devices along with their color options.

Tipster SnoopyTech has leaked the price details and color variants of the Sony Xperia 1 IV and Sony Xperia 10 IV via a Twitter post.

The tipster revealed that the Sony Xperia 1 IV will cost €1399 ($1,479). It is a slight relief for Sony fans as previous leaks claimed that the smartphone will cost around $1600. The mid-range Xperia 10 IV is expected to come with a price of €499 ($527).

Some exclusive Sony Event Info:
1 IV: Black, Violet, White – 1399 Euro
10 IV: Blue, Green, Violet, White – 499 Euro
NO sign of 5 IV
(Render by @OnLeaks)#Sony #Xperia #SonyXperia #ProductAnnouncement pic.twitter.com/r9ihFOljtA

— SnoopyTech (@_snoopytech_) May 3, 2022

As for the colors, the tipster reveals that the flagship Xperia 1 IV will come in 3 different hues- Black, Violet, and White. Whereas the Xperia 10 IV will land in Blue, Green, Violet, and White color options.

Sony has again set a crazy price for its flagship. We don’t know about the phone, but the price sure does compete with Apple’s iPhone 13 Pro max.

Sony Xperia 1 IV and Sony Xperia 10 IV specification (Rumored)

From what we know so far, Sony Xperia 1 IV is expected to feature a 6.5-inch display with a 21:9 aspect ratio. It could come with a 120Hz refresh rate and 4K resolution. The phone is expected to have Gorilla Glass Victus protection and HDR support.

The flagship phone is said to feature ZEISS sensors. It is likely to have a triple camera system with ultra-wide and telephoto sensors. The phone is expected to come with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security and could pack a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support.

If we talk about the mid-range Xperia 10 IV, it is expected to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 octa-core SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The phone is said to carry a 6.0-inch OLED AMOLED display.

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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May 6, 2022

Thre are going to be 5 smartphone launch events next week. However, only two of them will be for new products, while the remaining are scheduled for devices making their way to important markets.

All five conferences will be hosted by different brands, such as ZTE, Sony, Motorola, Realme, and Honor. The newer products will be presented by the first two companies.

Having said that, let’s take a look at these smartphones one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

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1. ZTE Axon 40 Series

ZTE has scheduled an event for May 9 (Monday) in China. The conference will kickstart at 2 PM CST and will be live-streamed on Weibo and other popular Chinese video streaming platforms. The company will be debuting the Axon 40 series at this event.

The next-gen flagship smartphone series from ZTE is said to include three models, namely Axon 40, Axon 40 Pro, and Axon 40 Ultra. The top-end Ultra model is expected to arrive with an under-display selfie camera, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, and triple 64MP cameras with wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses.

The vanilla and Pro variants will have a low-grade camera system and a centered punch-hole display. You can learn about all three devices here.

2. Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xperia 10 IV

Sony will be hosting an Xperia launch event on May 11 (Wednesday). It will be live-streamed on the company’s official Youtube channel from 4 PM JST. The firm is expected to announce two new smartphones.

The upcoming two phones from Sony are said to be Xperia 1 IV and Xiaomi 10 IV. Unfortunately, not much is known about these two devices, except for their price and colors.

The flagship Xperia 1 IV is tipped to cost €1,399 in Europe, whereas the mid-range Xperia 10 IV is said to retail at €499.

3. Motorola Edge 30

A few days back, Motorola unveiled the Motorola Edge 30 in Europe as the world’s thinnest 5G smartphone to date beating the Mi 11 Lite 5G and Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G. The company is now bringing this handset to India on May 12 (Thursday). It is expected to go official via social media announcement at 12 PM IST.

The Motorola Edge 30 comes with a 6.79mm thin body, 6.5-inch 144Hz 10-bit OLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ SoC, 50MP (wide, OIS) + 50MP (ultra-wide, macro) + 2MP triple camera setup, 32MP selfie camera, Android 12, 4,020mAh battery, and 33W fast charging support.

4. New Realme 9 5G and Realme 9

Realme has a launch event scheduled for May 12 (Thursday) in Europe. The conference will begin at 12 PM BST and it will be live-streamed on Youtube. The brand is expected to debut announced two smartphones and a tablet.

The company will be unveiling two handsets for the market, namely Realme 9 and Realme 9 5G. The former will be the same as the model sold elsewhere, however, the latter will be different. The Realme 9 5G for Europe will be a rebranded Realme Q5.

Apart from the aforementioned phones, the first will be also announcing the Realme Pad Mini tablet for the region.

5. Honor Magic 4 Pro

The Honor Magic 4 Pro was made official at MWC 2022 in late February. The flagship smartphone recently went on sale in China. It is now set to release in Europe on May 12 (Thursday). The device will be announced at a conference in London, which is scheduled to start at 7 PM BST.

The Honor Magic 4 Pro offers features like a 120Hz LTPO OLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 50MP (wide) + 50MP (ultra-wide) + 64MP (3.5x telephoto) triple camera setup with an 8×8 dTOF laser focusing system as well as a flicker sensor, and a 12MP selfie camera with a 3D depth sensor.

It also comes with dual stereo speakers, an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, a 4,500mAh battery, and supports 100W wired/wireless charging and 5W reverse wireless charging.

Stuffcool Ultimus 115W 3-port car charger launched in India; charges laptops, phones & more!

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 6, 2022

Indian accessories manufacturer Stuffcool has launched a new car accessory for the domestic market. The product dubbed Stuffcool Ultimus115 is a 115W car charger that is capable of charging Apple MacBook, USB-C supporting laptops, smartphones, iPads, tablets, and Personal Devices all at once.

To be able to charge these devices all at once without a significant drop in their output, the Stuffcool Ultimus 115 comes with a massive 115W power output and three ports. The charger uses the standard 12V car socket and won’t disrupt the car’s normal operation. The three ports include two Type-C ports and a USB-A port. The ports are well spaced to ensure that there is no disruption when there is a need to use the three ports at the same time.

The main USB-C port delivers up to 65W power output while the second Type-C port only outputs 20W charging. The USB Type-A port delivers up to 30W fast charging bringing the total power output rating to 115W. The two Type-C ports come with Power Delivery as well as PPS Fast Charging protocols, making them capable of charging Samsung flagship smartphones and tablets at their rated power requirement which is 45W PPS using the first Type C port. The 65W-rated USB-C port can also charge the Apple Macbook, USB-C laptops, and the Nintendo Switch. Even the 20W-rated USB-C port is touted to deliver up to 50% charge to iPhones in just 30 minutes.

The third port which is a USB-A port can also deliver fast charging with a maximum output rating of 30W. The USB-A port supports the Quick Charge 3.0 protocol as well as Huawei SuperCharge, and Moto TurboCharge charging protocols.

The charger is also stuffed with five layers of intelligent safeguards to ensure the safety of your device connected. The car charger also has an auto-detect IC that adjusts the power output depending on the rating of the device that is plugged in.

As for the pricing and availability, the Stuffcool Ultimus 115 is priced at Rs 2999 (~$39). It is available on Stuffcool’s website and via major offline retail stores across India.

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Infinix teases collab with Marvel Studios for Note 12 series in India, launch date revealed

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Sudhanshu

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May 6, 2022

The Hong-Kong based smartphone manufacturer Infinix has partnered with Marvel Studios and teased their upcoming Note 12 series.

Infinix has revealed that the Note 12 series will debut on May 20 in India and will come with a special edition Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness variant.

For those unaware, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is the recently released movie from the Marvel franchise which is currently playing in Indian theaters. The special edition Note 12 will come in a special Doctor Strange-themed packaging and the smartphone itself will feature a black back panel with Marvel’s branding and a “Spell circle” in the center.

Infinix Note 12 Series Specifications

So far, the brand has confirmed that the Note 12 series will debut with an AMOLED display panel and will have Widevine L1 support for streaming HD content on apps like Prime Video, Netflix, etc. The screen of the device will measure 6.7-inch resolution and will provide an FHD+ resolution.

The device also has 33W fast charging support and an Android 12-based operating system. Further, from the teaser poster, we can observe that both the Note 12 and Note 12 Turbo will come with a triple rear camera setup on the back and flat sides. The devices will likely debut in multiple color options like Blue, Black, and Silver and will be sold exclusively via Flipkart in India.

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iQOO Neo6 SE with Snapdragon 870 launched in China – check specs, price & more

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Sudhanshu

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May 6, 2022

Vivo‘s gaming-focused sub-brand iQOO has launched a new smartphone dubbed the iQOO Neo6 SE. It brings the Snapdragon 870 SoC and 64-megapixel triple camera setup.

Display & Design

The iQOO Neo6 SE has a flat back design with curved edges and a matte texture finish. Its rectangular camera module houses a triple camera unit along with an LED flash. Its power button and volume rocker are located on the right side.

On the front, the smartphone features a 6.62-inch FHD+ E4 AMOLED display with 1300nits peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The display panel has support for 10-bit colors, HDR10+ and offers a mind-blowing 1200Hz touch sampling rate while gaming. There is a punch-hole on the top center for the selfie camera and the screen has thin bezels going around it.

Specs

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, the device is capable of averaging up to 118.6 frames per second in “Honor of Kings” even after an hour of gameplay.

Managing the thermals of the device is a liquid cooling system. It comes with five layers of ultra-thin graphite for heat dissipation which covers an area of 36907 square millimeters on the smartphone.

The smartphone is equipped with an X-axis linear motor and stereo speakers making the gaming experience on the machine much more vivid and immersive. The machine has also received the acknowledgment of the KPL competition league as a certified device.

The smartphone has a 4700mAh with 80W flash charging. iQOO claims that the battery can be topped up from 0 to 100% in just 30 minutes. It operates on Android 12 based OriginOS Ocean.

Camera

The device features a 64-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization, a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. iQOO has also included an AI multi-frame fusion noise reduction algorithm for more clear and crisp pictures in low light conditions.

On the front, the Neo6 SE features a 16-megapixel snapper for selfies and video calls.

Pricing & availability

The iQOO Neo6 SE comes in three color variants – Orange, Gradient Blue, and Gradient Green. It is available in three configurations, starting with 8GB + 128GB priced at 1,999 yuan ($300). The 8GB + 256GB variant has a price tag of 2,299 yuan ($345) and the top-spec 12GB + 256GB configuration can be purchased for 2,499 yuan ($375). The device is available for pre-order in China and will go on its first sale starting May 11.

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Samsung patents smartphone with slidable wraparound display

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Sean

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May 6, 2022

Samsung was one of the first brands to ever launch a foldable smartphone. Since then, it has released a number of such models. But it seems that the company doesn’t plan on using flexible screens for just the foldable phone format alone.

As per a new patent, the South Korean tech giant is possibly working on a new handset that features a flexible sliding display technology that wraps around the device itself. In other words, it appears to be a smartphone with a curved edge display from the front, but the screen panel doesn’t stop at the edges and extends to cover some portion of the back cover as well. The patent adds that the device has two housings and a flexible display that has two states. In one of these modes, the display wraps around the handset, while the other mode has it extend outward to have the front panel become larger by sliding out.

This patent was spotted on WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization), Via MySmartPrice. So while the device might look pretty normal from the front, the rear is where it’s innovative design truly shines. Notably, it even resembles the Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha concept smartphone that featured a display that wrapped around the phone. Looking at the patent sketches, we can see the flexible display extends to the back of the handset and covers around half of the rear panel. Meanwhile, the remaining half houses the triple camera module.

Interestingly, the rear camera can also double as the selfie shooter as well. This is confirmed in the patent images where we can see the smaller half display on the rear showcasing the camera app. In other words, one can see the image the camera will be taking similar to a viewfinder on a DSLR camera. It is unclear if the brand is actually working on such a product or simply covering all bases. So stick around for more updates.

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WhatsApp Message Reactions & 2GB file sharing features launched

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Sudhanshu

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May 6, 2022

Last month, WhatsApp confirmed that the Message Reactions and 2GB File Sharing size features that the company has been testing will soon hit the stable build. And now, the features have finally begun to roll out.

Previously, WhatsApp allowed file and media sharing of up to 100MB size. Now, this restriction will be removed and users will be able to share bigger files like high definition videos, etc due to the increased 2GB data sharing cap.

The Message Reactions feature has also debuted in some regions. WhatsApp has stated that users will get a limited choice of emojis when it comes to reactions, however, the feature will later get support for “all emojis and skin tones.” Currently, the reactions feature supports six emojis which are – .

Other than that, Groups on WhatsApp can now accommodate twice the number of participants as before. It now has a limit of 512 users per group. WhatsApp also increased the participant cap on WhatsApp group calls. The feature now supports up to 32 participants in group calls, however, it is only limited to the smartphone version.

The company has plans to soon introduce more interesting features like the “Companion device” that will allow users to use one WhatsApp account on multiple smartphones or tablets. So stay tuned for more updates on that.

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Lenovo YOGA AIO 7 is a 27-inch All-in-One PC with rotatable screen

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Jed John Ikoba

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May 6, 2022

Lenovo first rolled out the YOGA AIO (All-in-One) desktop PC series in China in October 2020. The PC was later released for the global market last year. The Chinese tech giant has now released an upgraded version of the all-in-one PC and it is dubbed Lenovo YOGA AIO (All-in-One) desktop PC.

The YOGA AIO (All-in-One) desktop PC packs a mammoth 27-inch display with 4K resolution. The display can be used in the landscape mode as well as portrait view, thanks to the screen that can rotate 90 degrees. The specs and design are markedly similar to the previous model but on this model, you get the ability to wirelessly cast the screen of any smartphone supporting DLNA, AirPlay, Miracast, or LElink to the 27-inch rotation monitor.

Ordinarily, it wasn’t supposed to be spectacular to use a screen in the vertical orientation but due to an increase in the number of video formats in the vertical orientation, the rotating form factor may come in useful and has gained recent popularity due to this reason. In addition, the rotatable screen is also useful to creators who may edit videos and photos in that space.

In terms of the specs, the Lenovo YOGA AIO 7 packs an AMD Ryzen 6000 processor with optional AMD Radeon RX 6600M graphics. The PC also comes with a USB-C port which lets you connect to a laptop, allowing the control of both devices using the same peripheral device.

There is no word yet on the pricing and availability details but the company did reveal that the new AIO will not be sold in North America. It will only be available in “other select geographical markets” that are yet to be specified.

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Qualcomm delays Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus launch to H2 2022: Report

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Sean

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May 6, 2022

Qualcomm has been rumored to be gearing up for the launch of its next gen flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ SoC, for a while. However, a new report has suggested that this new high end processor has been delayed.

Xiaomi-snapdragon-8-gen-1-plus-poster — For illustration purposes only

The news arrives from known Weibo tipster, Digital Chat Station, who stated that the top end chipset that succeeds the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC will now be arriving sometime in the second half of this year. Previously, the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ SoC from the American chipmaker was expected to release earlier due to production issues faced by its supplier, Samsung. However, it appears that the shift to the upcoming chipset was delayed due to the Coronavirus outbreak in China.

Recently, there has been a surge of COVID-19 infections in the nation, which has caused the government to impose lockdowns in various cities. Some of these cities are also manufacturing hubs where a number of production factories are set up. Furthermore, these restrictions will reportedly not be relaxed anytime soon since it may “undoubtedly lead to a massive number of infections,” as per a Chinese political leader.

As of right now, Qualcomm is rumored to debut the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ processor with the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra. Digital Chat Station had stated that the reason for the chip making its first appearance on the Moto smartphone is because Lenovo has a “good relationship” with the chipmaker. No official information regarding the chipset is known at the moment, but it is expected to feature a more powerful GPU, while retaining a similar performing CPU.

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ZTE Axon 40 series roundup: launch date, specifications, design & more

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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May 6, 2022

The ZTE Axon 40 series launch event will be held at 2 PM (local time) on May 9 in China. The lineup will include as many as three models, such as the Axon 40, Axon 40 Pro, and Axon 40 Ultra. As many as four Axon 40 series of smartphones with model numbers A2023, A2023H, A2023BH, and A2023P are listed with specifications in the database of the TENAA certification platform. Among these, the A2023H model will be an enterprise edition phone. Here is all the information on the specifications of the Axon 40 lineup.

Design and Display

The Axon 40 Ultra (A2023P) is the major highlight of the lineup. The OLED panel of the phone has extremely curved edges. It offers a truly full-screen experience since it is equipped with an under-display camera. The leaked shots of the Axon 40 Pro revealed that it would be equipped with a centrally positioned punch-hole. The standard Axon 40 is also expected to sport the same front design.

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra render — ZTE Axon 40 Ultra

The Axon 40 Ultra has a 6.81-inch OLED FHD+ 120Hz display. The Axon 40 Pro (A2023)’s display size is not known. The Axon 40 (A2023BH) houses a 6.67-inch OLED panel that offers an FHD+ resolution. The Pro model seems to feature the same screen.

Cameras

ZTE Axon 40 Pro leaked shot — ZTE Axon 40 Pro

The Axon 40 Ultra has a 16-megapixel under-display camera with 2.24μm pixel fusion technology. With a pixel density of 401ppi throughout the display, the front camera is almost invisible. Its back panel has 64-megapixel triple cameras. The setup reportedly includes a 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 main camera with OIS support, a 64-megapixel Sony IMX787 ultrawide lens, and a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B telephoto camera. It will also have support for 8K video recording.

The Axon 40 Pro reportedly features a 16-megapixel selfie camera and an OIS-assisted 108-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera unit. The Axon 40 seems to house a 44-megapixel front camera, and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel triple rear cameras.

Hardware and Software

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset will power the Axon 40 Ultra. It is unclear which processor will power the Axon 40 Pro and Axon 40 smartphones. The entire series is expected to arrive with up to 16 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of storage. All three models are likely to house a battery of around 4,000mAh capacity. These devices may support around 65W of fast charging.

The Axon 40 lineup will come preinstalled with Android 12 OS, which will be overlaid with MiFavor UI. The series is expected to come equipped with other features such as an in-screen fingerprint scanner, an x-axis linear motor, stereo speakers, and an IR blaster.

Pricing and Availability

There is no information on the pricing of the Axon 40 lineup. The three models are likely to be priced between 2,000 Yuan to 6,000 Yuan in China. Like its predecessor models, the Axon 40 lineup is likely to remain exclusive to the Chinese market.

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Huawei patents unique smartphone with a rollable display

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Sean

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May 6, 2022

Huawei has just been granted a new patent for what appears to be a unique futuristic smartphone. The device in the documents appears to have a flexible rolling display panel technology.

The patent was filed with the Chinese State Intellectual Property Office and was titled “flexible screen support mechanism and rollable electronic equipment.” The documents carried the patent number CN114439843A (Via ITHome). Looking at this document, the patent describes an electronic device that has a flexible display technology that is supported by a unique that is housed under the screen. The patent description further added that it will have “simple structure, small storage space, and can be applied to portable devices.”

Notably, the structure observed in the patent sketches that supports the device’s display also includes a rotating component as well. It has a rotating shaft mechanism that is covered by a protective case on either side. Although, it is unclear if the rotating process itself is automated or manual. Meanwhile, the support mechanism has various brace like structures that enable the foldable screen.

As of right now, it is unclear if this patented device is actually a smartphone. It is quite likely that the product is a portable display of sorts that is meant to be carried around with a low powered chipset for basic UI functions that is paired with a small storage as well. Keep in mind that this is still just a patent and we have no way of confirming whether the Chinese tech giant is actually working on a such a product or is simply covering all bases.

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Oppo Reno 8 surfaces on Geekbench with Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, Hints at an imminent launch

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Anurag

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May 6, 2022

Oppo Reno 8 launch could be around the corner as the smartphone has now been spotted on Geekbench. The listing reveals some of the possible specifications of the handset. The purported Oppo Reno 8 is listed with an octa-core processor, coupled with 8GB of RAM. The handset will be the latest addition to the Reno 8 series. The company is speculated to launch 2 new phones in the 8 series – Reno 8 Pro and the Reno 8 Lite.

OPPO Reno 8 listed on Geekbench

As reported by MySmartPrice, the Oppo Reno 8 has surfaced on Geekbench with model number PGAM10. The smartphone has scored 712 points in single-core testing and 2385 points in multi-core testing. The listing suggests that the upcoming phone could be powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM. There could be other storage options.

According to the listing, the phone is powered by a chipset codenamed “Taro”. The octa-core processor includes four high-performance cores as well as four efficiency cores. Taro could be the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Soc, which is expected to arrive with the Reno 8 series. The listing suggests that the processor has a maximum clock speed of 2.36GHz

Furthermore, the handset is expected to run on Android 12. It should be noted that Oppo hasn’t made any announcement about the Oppo Reno 8 launch yet.

OPPO reno 8 specifications (Expected)

The OPPO Reno 8 is expected to come with a 6.55-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is said to be fueled by a 4,500mAh battery and could carry 80W fast charging support. The phone will have LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

If we talk about the cameras, the OPPO Reno 8 is likely to feature a triple camera setup on the back, with a 50MP primary Sony IMX766 sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, it is expected to carry a 32MP camera for video chats and selfies. Moreover, the phone could have an in-display fingerprint sensor.

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Vivo Y75 4G Indian launch date, specs & design leaked

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Sudhanshu

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May 6, 2022

Earlier this year, Vivo launched the Y75 5G mid-range smartphone in India. The device features the Dimensity 700 SoC, 5,000mAh battery, and a 50MP primary camera.

Now, a 91mobiles report has revealed the existence of the Vivo Y75 4G variant along with its design and specs.

Going by the leaked image, the upcoming smartphone has a flat display with a dew-drop notch and noticeable bezels. The right side holds the power button and volume rocker, while the back panel of the device remains under wraps.

Vivo Y75 4G specifications

According to the report, the smartphone has a 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED display. Although the screen is a bit smaller than the 6.58-inch IPS LCD panel on the Vivo Y75 5G, it is overall an upgrade due to the 4G variant using an AMOLED panel.

Under the hood, the smartphone features a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The RAM can also be extended up to 4GB using the Virtual RAM feature. It is unclear if the device offers a microSD card slot like the 5G counterpart.

For optics, the smartphone brings a 50MP primary sensor paired with an 8MP secondary camera and another auxiliary camera with 2MP resolution. On the front, the device is rumored to house a 44-megapixel snapper for selfies and video calls.

The device is revealed to measure just 7.36mm thick and weigh 172 grams. A major downgrade from the 5G variant is the battery capacity on the Vivo Y75 4G. It packs a battery unit of 4,020mAh capacity with 44W fast charging support which is significantly smaller than the 5000mAh capacity on the 5G device.

Vivo Y75 4G pricing & availability

The pricing of the device is still under wraps, however, the report states that it will likely debut in India on May 22. So stay tuned for more.

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Oukitel WP20 Rugged Smartphone: Launch Date, Specs and Price Revealed

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Daily Deals

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May 6, 2022

Oukitel is all set to launch its latest rugged smartphone the Oukitel WP20. The brand known for its rugged smartphones is now focusing on style and portability without compromising on the form factor. And to the end, they have designed Oukitel WP20 to be a lightweight and stylish rugged phone that will be available in three distinct colors viz. Green, Orange, and Grey.

The Oukitel WP20 phone comes with IP68/69K and the latest MIL-STD-810H military certifications. This means the phone is water-resistant, dustproof, shockproof, and perfect for the extreme and harsh outdoors. However this tough as nail smartphone weighs just 297g making it highly portable and easy to carry around in your pocket.

Oukitel WP20 features a 5.93” HD+ display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. Powered by the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset, it comes with 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage expandable up to 128GB.

The Oukitel WP20 phone will run on the latest Android 12 OS out of the box and offer better customization and greater security and privacy. It features a dual rear camera set up with a 20MP main camera and a photosensitive auxiliary sensor. For your selfies, you have a 5MP sensor in the front.

The highlight feature of Oukitel phones lies in their massive batteries and WP20 also inherits this legacy with a 6300mAh battery that can easily last you for up to 2 days on a single charge. Moreover, with the reverse charge function, you can use the smartphone as a mini power bank as and when required.

Oukitel WP20 Rugged Smartphone will officially launch on 27 May 2022 on AliExpress for around $189.99 only. However, you can pre-order the phone for a heavily discounted price of $89.99 only at AliExpress. Please note that this World premiere discount sale will start on 23 May 2022 and end on 27 May 2022.

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Vivo Y15C to launch with Helio P35 & 5000mAh battery, in 2 color variants: Report

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Sean

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May 6, 2022

Vivo is apparently gearing up to launch a new smartphone under its Y series. A new leak has revealed that the company is planning on releasing a new device that is dubbed the Vivo Y15C in India soon.

The news arrives from sources close to the matter (Via MySmartPrice) who revealed key specifications of the smartphone and even its color options as well. For those unaware, we had reported on the Y15C model being spotted on GeekBench back in March 2022. This listing had revealed that the handset is equipped with a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC, which was also confirmed in the latest leak.

The sources stated that the Y15C will arrive in two color options, which includes Mystic Blue and Wave Green. Furthermore, the report also adds that the handset will come with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Notably, this can apparently be further expanded by up to 1TB through a microSD card slot. Under the hood,a large 5,000mAh battery pack powers the device. Other features include Multi Turbo 3.0 for performance boost and a side mounted fingerprint scanner.

On the front, the device will sport a 6.51 inch IPS LCD panel that has a HD+ resolution with standard 60Hz refresh rate. The Vivo Y15C will run on Android 12 based FuntouchOS 12 out of the box, along with a 13 megapixel dual camera setup on the rear and an 8 megapixel selfie shooter on the front. It will weigh around 179 grams and measure just 8.28mm in thickness.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite New Variant spotted on FCC, with S Pen & 15W charging

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Sean

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May 6, 2022

While Samsung had launched the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite two years ago, we had recently reported on the company working on newer models under the same series. Now, another new certification listing has confirmed some of its features. So let’s have a look.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite — Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

For those unaware, we had reported on the new version of Galaxy Tab S6 Lite being spotted on various certification websites earlier this week. Now, the same tablet may have just been spotted on FCC database. Previously, two different models were spotted on Bluetooth SIG and one of these have been listed on FCC. This variant carries the model number SM-P613, and the listing confirms that it features support for dual band Wi-Fi.

Another aspect confirmed by the FCC certification website is the support for S Pen. The South Korean tech giant’s upcoming tablet will apparently also come with a 15W charging rate. Unfortunately, this was all the information that was found on the website. Although, we do have some previous reports that hints at some of its possible specifications. As per our initial report, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite will be powered by a 5G enabled Qualcomm processor.

The model number of this chip revealed that it is the Snapdragon 720G that is paired with an Adreno 618 GPU. Furthermore, the tablet is also expected to run on Android 12 out of the box and feature 4GB of RAM. As of right now, the support pages for the tablets are live in France, so we can expect an official announcement to follow soon after.

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Infinix Smart 6 first sales starts in India today, Here’s Price, Specs, & Offers

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Sean

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May 6, 2022

Infinix has launched its latest smartphone offering in the Indian market. The new device in question is the Smart 6, which is a new entry level budget handset that come’s with the industry’s first antibacterial back panel design. So let’s have a look at its price, specs, and some special offers.

The new smartphone sports a large 6.82 inch display that has a HD+ resolution and LCD panel that has a maximum brightness of 500 nits, 1500:1 contrast ratio and a waterdrop notch on the front. Under the hood, the Infinix Smart 6 is equipped with the MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, which is paired with 2GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. While 2GB of memory seems quite low, the company is also offering virtual RAM extension feature as well.

The device is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports standard 10W charging support. For photography, the smartphone features a dual camera setup, with an 8 megapixel primary shooter and a depth sensor on the rear. On the front, the smartphone houses a 5 megapixel selfie camera. Other features include, MicroSD card slot for additional storage, a side mounted fingerprint scanner, and runs Android 11 Go Edition out of the box.

The Smart 6 is available in multiple color options in India, including Heart Of Ocean, Polar Black, and Starry Purple. It is priced at 7,499 INR (roughly 98 US Dollars) and is currently listed on Flipkart for purchase. There are also some special offers, which includes:

10% off on SBI Credit Card, up to Rs 750.
10% off on SBI Credit Card EMI transactions, up to Rs 1000.
5% Cashback on Flipkart Axis Bank Card.
Free 6 Months Gaana Plus.
Get Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) at Rs 4999
Get Google Nest Mini at Rs 1499

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Get Lenovo Legion Y90 Gaming Phone at Heavily Discounted Price of $649 (Retail Price $799)

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Daily Deals

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May 6, 2022

Giztop is giving a $50 coupon for the Lenovo Legion Y90 gaming phone. The smartphone which was already available at a discounted price of $699 can be now availed at a further discounted price of $649 by using the coupon code: Y90D50. Please note that the coupon expires on 31 May 2022.

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Lenovo Legion Y90 Gaming Phone at $649 (after discount)@Giztop

Lenovo Legion Y90 features a 6.92” Samsung E4 AMOLED display with HDR10+ support and a 144Hz refresh rate. The smartphone comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, Adreno 730 GPU and multiple memory variants viz: 12GB/ 16GB/ 18GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB/ 640GB USF 3.1 storage. Designed for pro gamers and experts the smartphone features a double engine air cooling technology that gives you a better intake of air for improved cooling and ensures the performance of the device is at optimum level. Moreover, with Hyper Audio, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a dedicated games mode, the smartphone enhances your in-game audio experience.

Though marketed as a gaming smartphone, Lenovo has not compromised on the camera aspect in Legion Y90. The phone comes with a rear dual camera set up with a 64MP main sensor and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle lens. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. Fueled by a massive 5600mAh battery it supports 68W fast charging and runs on ZUI 13 OS which is based on Android 12.

Lenovo Legion Y90 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $649 only on Giztop. Please note that this is a limited-time offer. So place your orders before the deal expires.

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