Huawei Band 7 with 1.47-inch AMOLED display, heart rate monitor launched in China

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Apr 28, 2022

Earlier today, Huawei held a launch event in China headlined by the Mate Xs 2 foldable smartphone. The brand also launched new AIoT products at the event like the Huawei Band 7, so let’s take a closer look at the new smart band from the Chinese tech giant.

Huawei Band 7 specs and features

Successor to the Band 6, the new wearable measures 9.99 mm thick and weighs just 16 grams. It has a 1.47-inch AMOLED display with 194 x 368 pixels resolution. Having an AMOLED display gives the watch access to the “Always On” feature without consuming much energy.

It has a button on the right edge for turning the device on or off and to help input commands. The Huawei Band 7 also features multiple sensors like an accelerometer, gyro sensor, and heart rate sensor. It also houses a SpO2 sensor which can help users detect signs of sleep apnea by monitoring their blood-oxygen levels during sleep. The Huawei band 7 also features a reminder function for menstrual cycles.

The smart wearable features 96 sports modes including swimming and can track the number of calories the user has burned during their workouts and sports activities.

The smart band comes with 5ATM protection meaning it can withstand the wearer diving around 50 meters underwater with the Band 7 on. Huawei claims that with a full charge, the battery will last up to 14 days, but this is the best-case scenario with moderate use, and using the “Always On” function will significantly decrease the battery life. Other than that, the smartwatch has over 7000 watch faces and is also available in an NFC-enabled variant.

Huawei Band 7 pricing & availability

The Huawei Band 7 standard variant costs 269 yuan (~$40) while the NFC variant is priced at 309 yuan (~$46) in China. The smart band is available for pre-order and will commence its first sale on May 5.

It comes in four color options – Wild Green, Flame Red, Obsidian Black, and Nebula Pink.

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Realme GT2 first sale goes live in India today

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Anurag

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Apr 28, 2022

Realme GT 2 went on sale for the first time in India. The Chinese manufacturer launched the smartphone in India a week ago. The main highlight of the smartphone includes the Snapdragon 888 SoC, 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup, and a 5,000mAh battery with SuperDart 65W VOOC fast charging support.

The Realme GT2 has arrived in India in two storage variants- 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These models are priced at Rs. 34,999 and Rs. 38,999 respectively. The smartphone comes in Paper Green, Paper White, and Steel Black color option and can be purchased via Flipkart and Realme.com.

Realme GT2 specifications

The Realme GT2 has a 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate with a resolution of 1,080×2,400 pixels. The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 888 SoC. Realme GT2 features a triple rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 sensor and a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 selfie camera sensor at the front.

The device is fueled by a 5000mAh battery that comes with SuperDart 65W VOOC fast charging support. Realme GT2 runs on Realme UI 3.0-based Android 12 OS. The smartphone measures 162.9×75.8×8.6mm and weighs up to 199.8 grams.

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Nothing Launcher Beta is now available on Play Store

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 28, 2022

Nothing in its March event promised the release of Nothing launcher this month. Now, the Nothing launcher is officially available to download. With the launcher’s release, we get a taste of what we’d expect from the upcoming Nothing Phone (1).

Nothing Launcher is currently available on Play Store and you can install it to experience the awaited dot-matrix User Interface. However, only select devices can install the launcher and use it. As of now, Google Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Samsung Galaxy S21 series, and the Galaxy S22 series models are supported. It appears that the brand is keeping up to its premium experience promise as all of these devices are flagships.

If you are a OnePlus owner, do not worry, as the brand has also confirmed support for OnePlus models in the future. Also, some users tried Installing the launcher on the OnePlus 10 Pro and surprisingly it’s working.

The Nothing Launcher is currently in the beta stage and offers only the basic features. Right when you install and set it up, you’ll see the Nothing Wallpaper that we saw in the event last month.

In addition to this, the font gets changed to the dot matrix-style font. There are currently two widgets in the launcher that appear to be automatically set on the home screen. There’s the weather widget and the clock widget. The launcher also brings elegant-looking app folders.

Apart from this, there’s not much to look at in the launcher, at the moment. Since it is currently in the first beta stage, we expect more features to be added in the forthcoming beta versions.

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Huawei launches affordable MatePad SE tablet in China

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Apr 28, 2022

Earlier today, Huawei launched the Mate Xs 2 foldable smartphone at its Full-Screen launch event in China. The company also launched the MatePad SE affordable tablet featuring a 10.1-inch display. So let’s take a closer look at its specs and features.

Huawei MatePad SE specs & features

The Huawei MatePad SE has a 10.1-inch full HD (1920 x 1200p) IPS display. It has thick bezels around the display and offers a screen-to-body ratio of 80%.

The device has a thickness of 7.85 mm and weighs about 450 grams. Under the hood, it carries 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The device is aimed at a younger audience and has various interactive features like a children’s playground and education center to aid in learning.

The tablet runs on HarmonyOS 2.0 and features Huawei Histen 7.0 sound effects combined with Harman Kardon’s cutting-edge sound technology. The device is offered in two variants, WiFi only and WiFi + LTE. For optics, it features a 5MP primary camera and a 2MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

Huawei MatePad SE pricing & availability

Huawei has priced the at 1499 yuan ($226) for the WiFi-only variant and at 1699 yuan ($256) for the WiFi + LTE variant. Pre-orders of the device have commenced in China and it will go on the first sale starting May 6 in the domestic market.

Currently, it is unknown if or when the company plans to launch the affordable tablet outside of China, so stay tuned for more updates on the matter.

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OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite debuts as the cheapest OnePlus 5G phone in India

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 28, 2022

OnePlus has officially launched its cheapest 5G smartphone in India dubbed the Nord CE 2 Lite. The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G comes with a 120Hz high refresh rate display, triple cameras, and a 33W fast charging support. With the phone’s release, it will compete with the likes of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ and Realme 9 Pro.

Display and Design

The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G comes with a similar design as the Nord CE 2. However, it is actually a rebranded version of the Realme 9 Pro that launched earlier this year in India. The device sports a patterned design on the back around the camera island and has a plain surface in the lower half.

It sports a punch-hole display with thin bezels on all three sides except for the bottom. It has a noticeable chin at the bottom. The smartphone features a 6.59-inch LCD display with an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

Specifications

Since it comes in the budget segment and will compete with the other similar priced phones, OnePlus has used the popular Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G SoC in the Nord CE 2 Lite. It is an octa-core chipset that has Adreno 619 GPU and is based on a 6nm process. It comes in two RAM options, where users get to choose between 6GB or 8GB of RAM that is paired with 128GB of internal storage. It also has a microSD card slot for expandable storage up to 1TB.

It packs a 5,000mAh battery and supports 33W fast charging technology. With this, the phone can go up to 50% in just 30 minutes of charging. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port at the bottom.

The smartphone boots on OxygenOS 12.1 and has the Android 12 OS underneath. OnePlus has promised 2 years of major Android updates and 3 years of security updates.

Cameras

Coming to the cameras, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G comes with an AI triple camera system at the rear. The phone has two former sensors placed vertically one after another, and has the third lens slightly shifted to the right-center. It also has an LED flash beside the third lens.

The rear setup goes by a 64MP main lens, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 4CM macro shooter. On the front, it has a 16MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

Pricing, Colors, and Sale details

The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is priced at Rs. 19,999(~$261) for the base variant with 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and Rs. 21,999(~$286) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage. The smartphone comes in two color options – Blue Tide and Black Dusk.

It will go in an open sale starting April 30 at 12 PM local time in India. It can be purchased from Amazon.in, OnePlus.in, Reliance digital, and Croma stores.

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China Q1 2022 smartphone sales drop by 14% YoY although Honor showed a jump of 11.4% in market share

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 28, 2022

Ever since the start of this year, Chinese phone makers have been releasing devices in all segments, whether it be budget, mid-range, or the higher-end flagship segment. The region has seen increased premium phones largely due to the downfall of Huawei. Despite all the flagships and other phones making their way to the market with impressive specs sheets, the smartphone market in China doesn’t seem to show healthy growth. As per a new report, China’s Q1 2022 smartphone sales have dropped by 14% year-on-year.

Counterpoint Research has shared a few numbers that show that the smartphone market in China has been undoing in comparison to previous years. As per the company’s Q1 2022 report for China’s smartphone market share, most of the brands excluding Apple and Honor have shown poor performance as compared to Q1 of last year.

Despite that, in Q1 2022, Vivo stands on the top with a 19.7% market share. Next comes Oppo with an 18% market share and it is followed by the other brands. Honor and Apple are two brands that showed a good increase in Q1 2022 as compared to Q1 2021. Apple’s market share increased from 14.7% to 17.9%, while Honor showed the highest jump from 5.5% to 16.9% market share. That’s an 11.4% increase, the highest on the chart.

This jump by Honor is primarily because of the new Honor 60 and Magic 4 series, as noted by Counterpoint. A part of Apple’s market share increase is likely because Huawei users look at Apple as a premium phone alternative in China.

Coming to Xiaomi, the brand didn’t show any growth, rather it was the opposite with a 0.3% decline. However, Xiaomi is said to pick up the pace with the recent release of its Redmi K50 series. The Redmi 10A is also expected to help the brand in the super-budget segment. That being said, the <$400 segment is expected to show good stability as we move further.

Realme showed a nominal growth with an increase of 0.4%. It appears that Realme’s new models released in Q1 2022 are helping the brand increase its market share.

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The Best Xiaomi 12 Pro Alternatives in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 28, 2022

Yesterday, at the Xiaomi Next event in India, the company finally announced the Xiaomi 12 Pro for the country. It is currently the most-premium slab smartphone offered by the firm. The device made its initial debut in China at the end of December, followed by a European launch in March.

The Xiaomi 12 Pro is priced at ₹62,999 and ₹66,999 in India for the 8GB + 128GB and the 12GB + 256GB memory configurations respectively. But for a limited time, the phone will be sold at ₹58,999 and ₹62,999 (₹4,000 off).

On top of the introductory price, customers can get an additional ₹6,000 discount on ICICI Bank credit card and EMI transactions. So the effective price of the Xiaomi 12 Pro comes down to ₹52,999 (8GB + 128GB) and ₹56,999 (12GB + 256GB).

The handset offers premium features like a 6.73-inch 2K LTPO 2.0 curved AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and 120W fast charging support. It arrives with 50MP triple cameras with wide, ultra-wide, and zoom lenses. It is the only smartphone in the price segment housing quad speakers tuned by Harman Kardon.

But not everyone would like to purchase it due to various reasons. For those people, we have compiled a list of alternatives they can look for. These competitors of Xiaomi 12 Pro come from 4 different brands, namely iQOO, Oneplus, Samsung, and Apple.

Let’s take a look at these models one by one. But before, here are the entire specifications of Xiaomi 12 Pro.

BUILD	Aluminum Frame + Glass Back
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT	163.6 x 74.6 x 8.16mm 205g
DISPLAY	6.73-inch curved AMOLED Panel, 3200 x 1440 (QHD+) Resolution, 10-bit Color Depth, 1Hz-120Hz Refresh Rate (LTPO 2.0), 1500 Nits Peak Brightness, Dolby Vision, Centered Punch Hole
CHIPSET	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC
RAM & STORAGE	8GB/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 Storage
SOFTWARE	MIUI 13 based on Android 12
REAR CAMERA	50MP Main Camera with OIS, 50MP 115° Ultra-wide Camera, 50MP 2x Telephoto Camera
FRONT CAMERA	32MP Front-facing Camera
CONNECTIVITY	Dual-SIM, 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC
PORTS	USB 2.0 (Type-C)
OTHER FEATURES	In-display Optical Fingerprint Sensor, Quad Stereo Speakers by Harman Kardon, IR Blaster
BATTERY & CHARGING	4,600mAh Battery, 120W Fast Wired Charging, 50W Fast Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging

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1. iQOO 9 Pro

The iQOO 9 Pro is the biggest competitor of Xiaomi 12 Pro in India. It is priced at ₹64,990 (8GB + 128GB) and ₹69,990 (12GB + 256GB) in the region. Depending on the variant you choose, it costs roughly ₹2,000 or ₹3,000 more than the Xiaomi 12 Pro.

For extra cash, the iQOO-branded phone offers better camera hardware, at least on paper. It comes with gimbal OIS for the primary camera and a wider (150˚) ultra-wide camera capable of clicking macro shots.

It arrives in two options, one with a glass back and another with an aramid fiber back. The former version flaunts an exclusive BMW M Motorsport colorway.

Though it has been two months since its release in India, the brand is still offering a ₹6,000 discount on transactions via all debit/credit cards and EMI. Hence, its effective price drops to ₹ and ₹58,990 and ₹63,990.

BUILD	Aluminum Frame + Glass/Aramid Fiber Back
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT	164.8 x 75.2 x 8.8mm 204g (Aramid Fiber)/210g (Glass)
DISPLAY	6.78-inch curved AMOLED Panel, 3200 x 1440 (QHD+) Resolution, 10-bit Color Depth, 1Hz-120Hz Refresh Rate (LTPO 2.0), 1500 Nits Peak Brightness, Centered Punch Hole
CHIPSET	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC
RAM & STORAGE	8GB/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 Storage
SOFTWARE	Funtouch OS 12 based on Android 12
REAR CAMERA	50MP Samsung ISOCELL GN5 Main Camera With Gimbal OIS, 50MP 150° Ultra-wide + Macro Camera, 16MP 2.5x Telephoto Camera with OIS
FRONT CAMERA	16MP Front-facing Camera
CONNECTIVITY	Dual-SIM, 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC
PORTS	USB 2.0 (Type-C)
OTHER FEATURES	In-display Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor, Dual Stereo Speakers
BATTERY & CHARGING	4,700mAh Battery, 120W Fast Wired Charging, 50W Fast Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging

2. Oneplus 10 Pro

The Oneplus 10 Pro is another strong competitor of the Xiaomi 12 Pro in India. For a very long time, Oneplus has been the preferred brand in the premium segment in the country. For the unaware, India is the only region where the company enjoys this position.

Because the brand has built a premium image among Indian consumers. Additionally, its products are relatively cheaper here than in other international markets.

Coming to the Oneplus 10 Pro, the device flaunts a unique design. It not only comes with the fan-favorite OxygenOS but also a 150˚ ultra-wide camera and a 3.3x telephoto camera. The camera system is also backed by Hasselblad’s software optimization.

Talking about price, the Oneplus 10 Pro is costlier than both Xiaomi 12 Pro and iQOO 9 Pro. It retails at ₹66,999 and ₹71,999 for 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256B memory variants respectively.

Buyers can get a ₹4,500 discount on SBI credit card and EMI transactions. Therefore, the effective price of the phone is ₹62,499 and ₹67,499.

BUILD	Aluminum Frame + Glass Back
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT	163 x 73.9 x 8.6mm 201g
DISPLAY	6.7-inch curved AMOLED Panel, 3216 x 1440 (QHD+) Resolution, 10-bit Color Depth, 1Hz-120Hz Refresh Rate (LTPO 2.0), 1300 Nits Peak Brightness, Punch Hole at Top Left Corner
CHIPSET	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC
RAM & STORAGE	8GB/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 Storage
SOFTWARE	OxygenOS 12.1 based on Android 12
REAR CAMERA	48MP Sony IMX789 Main Camera with OIS, 50MP Samsung JN1 150° Ultra-wide Camera, 8MP 3.3x Telephoto Camera with OIS
FRONT CAMERA	32MP Sony IMX615 Front-facing Camera
CONNECTIVITY	Dual-SIM, 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC
PORTS	USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Type-C)
OTHER FEATURES	In-display Optical Fingerprint Sensor, Dual Stereo Speakers, Alert Slider
BATTERY & CHARGING	5,000mAh Battery, 80W Fast Wired Charging, 50W Fast Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging

3. Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus

Though the Galaxy S22 Plus is out, it is way costlier than the Xiaomi 12 Pro in India. So the best option from Samsung is none other than the Galaxy S21 Plus. However, it is difficult to find one, especially online.

The handset was released in the country priced at ₹81,999 (8GB + 128GB) and ₹85,999 (8GB + 256GB). But now, it can be had for only ₹61,999 from retailers like Reliance Digital. You can also avail of additional bank discounts.

Despite being a year old, the Galaxy S21 Plus is still a good smartphone to consider. It not only has IP68 dust/water resistance but will receive three more Android updates. You also get useful features like Samsung Dex, Samsung Pay, USB 3.2 (Type-C) port, and more.

Having said that, if you happen to get a good deal on the latest Galaxy S22 Plus, then that’s a better option.

BUILD	Aluminum Frame + Glass Back
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT	161.5 x 75.6 x 7.8mm 200g
DISPLAY	6.7-inch Flat AMOLED Panel, 2400 x 1080 (FHD+) Resolution, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 1300 Nits Peak Brightness, Centered Punch Hole
CHIPSET	Exynos 2100 SoC
RAM & STORAGE	8GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 Storage
SOFTWARE	One UI 3.1 based on Android 11, Upgradable to One UI 4.1 based on Android 12
REAR CAMERA	12MP Main Camera with OIS, 12MP Ultra-wide Camera, 64MP 3x Telephoto Camera
FRONT CAMERA	10MP Front-facing Camera
CONNECTIVITY	Dual-SIM, 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, NFC
PORTS	USB 3.2 (Type-C)
OTHER FEATURES	In-display Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor, Dual Stereo Speakers, IP68 Dust/Water Resistance, Samsung DeX
BATTERY & CHARGING	4,800mAh Battery, 25W Fast Wired Charging, 15W Fast Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging

4. Apple iPhone 12

The last handset is our list is the Apple iPhone 12. The one and a half years old iPhone is still a good option but if you can find a great deal on iPhone 13, then it would be even better.

The iPhone 12 currently starts at ₹65,900 in India. However, most retailers are selling it at a cheaper price. For instance, as of writing this article, Amazon had listed the device at ₹54,900. You can make use of available bank discounts to further lower the price.

Anyway, as mentioned earlier, iPhone 13 is a better option if you could somehow find it around the same price as Xiaomi 12 Pro. Because the iPhone 12 is infamous for its battery performance. The iPhone 13 officially starts at ₹79,900 in the region.

BUILD	Aluminum Frame + Glass Back
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT	146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4mm 164g
DISPLAY	6.1-inch Flat AMOLED Panel, 2532 x 1170 Resolution, 60Hz Refresh Rate, 1200 Nits Peak Brightness, Dolby Vision, Wide Notch
CHIPSET	Apple A14 Bionic SoC
RAM & STORAGE	4GB RAM, 64GB/128GB/256GB Storage
SOFTWARE	iOS 14 , Upgradable to iOS 15
REAR CAMERA	12MP Main Camera with OIS, 12MP 120˚ Ultra-wide Camera
FRONT CAMERA	12MP Front-facing Camera
CONNECTIVITY	Dual-SIM, 5G, 4G, 3G, 2G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, NFC
PORTS	USB 2.0 (Lightning)
OTHER FEATURES	Face ID, Dual Stereo Speakers, IP68 Dust/Water Resistance
BATTERY & CHARGING	2,815mAh Battery, 20W Wired Charging, 15W MagSafe Charging, 7.5W Wireless Charging

Huawei Mate Xs 2 with Snapdragon 888 4G, outward folding OLED display launched in China

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Sudhanshu

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Apr 28, 2022

Two years after the launch of the Huawei Mate Xs, the company has launched its successor, the Huawei Mate Xs 2. The premium foldable smartphone is unlike other foldable available on the market as it features an outward folding design. So let’s take a closer look at what all the Mate Xs 2 brings to the table.

Design & Display

Design-wise, the device is similar to its predecessor as it has an outward folding design rather than an inward one found on traditional foldables. While folded, the display stays in place due to a latch mechanism and when released, it opens partway thanks to the spring-loaded hinge.

The body of the Mate Xs 2 is made of materials like aviation-grade titanium alloy, ultra-light fiberglass, and ultra-light and super-strong steel making the foldable weigh just 255 grams. Huawei has used a microfiber material for the back panel of the device.

When folded, the screen of the device measures 6.5-inches, and unfolding the Mate Xs 2 gives a larger screen area diagonally measuring 7.8-inches. Talking about the display, it is an OLED panel with 2480 x 2200 pixels resolution when expanded (2480 × 1176 pixels while folded). The screen has 120 Hz refresh rate, 240 Hz touch sampling rate, 1440 Hz PWM dimming, and 424ppi pixel density. The panel is capable of displaying 1.07 billion colors and covers the P3 wide color gamut.

Specs

Under the hood, the smartphone houses a Snapdragon 888 4G SoC with the Adreno 660 GPU on board. The device is offered with 8GB of RAM and 256/512GB storage. Huawei has also introduced a Collector’s edition which is offered in 12GB RAM and 512GB storage configuration. Both the variants can have their memory expanded by up to 256GB with Huawei’s Nano Memory Card.

Software-wise, the Mate Xs 2 runs on HarmonyOS 2 out of the box which brings new smart multi-window and quick-swipe gestures to accommodate for the large screen. It also has an adaptive UI engine with a self-learning layout and optimization. The top 300 apps on the AppGallery have been officially adapted for the big screen of the Mate Xs 2.

The battery on the Huawei Mate Xs 2 has a 4600mAh capacity while the Collector’s edition comes with a bigger 4880mAh battery. Both variants come with 66W fast charging support which the company claims can refill the battery to 90% in just 30 minutes. To keep thermals under control, the device has incorporated a Graphene liquid cooling system.

The Mate Xs 2 also offers support for Huawei M-Pen 2s Stylus which comes with a 4096-level high-pressure sense and an 82mAh battery capable of continuously writing for 10 hours and offers a standby time of 40 days. It uses Bluetooth 5 for connectivity.

Other features of the Mate Xs 2 include tri-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/ Beidou/ NavIC, USB Type-C, and headphone support via USB Type-C connector. The device also covers all the standard 2G, 3G, and 4G bands.

Camera

For photography, the Mate Xs 2 has a triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary with f/1.8 aperture, a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera with f/2.2 aperture, and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera with f/2.4 aperture, OIS and 3x optical zoom capability. The camera is capable of clicking pictures in 8192 × 6144 pixels resolution and supports 1080p@960fps super slow motion videography.

On the front, we have a 10.7-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera with f/2.2 aperture. Other than that, Huawei has upgraded the XD Optics computing optics, mirroring smart shooting, dual-screen synchronous framing, easy click, and AI accurate elimination.

Pricing & Availability

The Huawei Xs 2 comes in three different colors namely Elegant black, Brocade white, and Frost purple. They can also be matched with the same color leather protective case and bracket which acts as a stand for the foldable device.

The device’s price for the Chinese market is as below:

8GB+256GB – 9999 yuan ($1,512)
8GB+512GB – 11,499 yuan ($1,739)
12GB+512GB – 12,999 yuan ($1,965)

The Huawei M-Pen 2s Stylus has a price of 599 yuan ($90)

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Samsung Galaxy M31s gets the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 28, 2022

Samsung has been quick at offering Android 12 updates for its Galaxy A and M series models. A few weeks back, the Galaxy M31 received the Android 12 update in India. Now, the Samsung Galaxy M31s is getting the taste of the latest public Android version.

The Samsung Galaxy M31s’ Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update has the firmware version M317FXXU3DVD4 (via). The update is currently rolling out for the Galaxy M31s models in Russia. It brings a whole lot of new features and also has the March 2022 security patch. The update also brings some bug fixes and improvements.

Some of the notable features that the update carries are more of the Android 12 features. There’s the redesigned UI with the new Color Palette, improved Always-on-Display, thicker slider bars, new widget styling, and others.

It also has updated stock applications such as Samsung Gallery, Samsung Internet, Samsung Keyboard, and My Files.

One of the other notable features includes the privacy indicators for the mic and camera, where if an app is accessing the camera or microphone, you will see a green indicator on the top.

How to Update?

If you are a Galaxy M31s owner in Russia you will get an OTA update notification. You can also look for the update manually by heading to Settings > Software Update. If you do not see the update, no need to worry as it will reach your device soon.

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Samsung Galaxy M53 5G goes on sale for Amazon Prime members: Specs, Price, offers

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 28, 2022

A couple of days back, Samsung took wraps off the Galaxy M53 5G in the Indian market. It is one of the models that fans are actually looking to pick considering that the prices of Galaxy A-series phones have surged. Starting today, the phone’s up for grabs for Amazon Prime members in India.

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G Price, Colors, and Offers

The Samsung Galaxy M53 5G is now on sale for Amazon Prime members. Non-Prime users can buy the phone starting tomorrow at 12PM. Following are the prices and colors of all the variants.

Price without discount

6GB + 128GB – Rs. 26,499/$325
8GB + 128GB – Rs. 28,499/$372

Price after ICICI credit card discount

6GB + 128GB – Rs. 23,999/$313
8GB + 128GB – Rs. 25,999/$339

The smartphone can be purchased in Deep Ocean Blue and Mystique Green color options. Buyers can also get a fast-charging adapter for only Rs.299/$4.

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G Specifications

The Samsung Galaxy M53 5G sports a plastic built and has an Infinity-O display. It has a 6.7-inch SuperAMOLED Plus panel with a Full-HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. It has a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

This time around Samsung has opted for a MediaTek chipset. The smartphone draws power from the 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 900 SoC that has Mali G68 GPU. It is paired with 6GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The phone also has a RAM Plus feature of up to 6GB. It has a microSD card slot for additional storage of up to 1TB.

The smartphone has a quad-camera system placed in a squarish camera island. It has a 108MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and two 2MP units for macro and depth shots. On the front, it has a 32MP camera for clicking selfies and doing video calls. The rear camera supports up to 4K video recording at 30fps.

In the battery department, the phone houses a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging. It has support for sub 6GHz 5G network, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.2, GPS, and dual SIM. The smartphone has the proprietary Knox security. The phone boots on Samsung’s OneUI based on Android 12 OS out of the box. Lastly, for security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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Nikola Electric Trucks to launch in the market before Tesla Semi

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Nikola has apparently beaten Tesla in the race to launch new electric semi trucks in the market. The company has begun production of its electric semis at its plant in the US while Elon Musk‘s Tesla faces a delay.

The news arrives from a Forbes report that stated that production of the new electric semis at the Arizona plant. These new trucks will be hitting in the market a whole year ahead of the highly anticipated Tesla Semi. As of right now, the plant has begun commercial production of the battery powered Tre trucks earlier this week. The 250,000 square foot facility is now able to produce one truck per day at the moment. Although, the company has plans on a second phase of the factory, which should go live by 2023.

Notably, the second phase will include Tre trucks powered by Hydrogen. According to Nikola CEO Mark Russell “We have been a pre revenue startup for years, where everything we spent we had to raise from investors. Today marks the day when we transition to customer deliveries. We have trucks that we can deliver to customers and get paid for. We’re now going to be a revenue-producing company and will be forever.”

The company claims that the Tre has the longest range of any electric semi on the market, offering 350 miles (roughly 563 kilometers) per charge from its 753 kWh battery pack. This large battery is better than any of its potential rivals in the market, including offerings from Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, BYD, Volvo and Lion Electric.

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Three new Oppo phones emerge on the FCC certification: Specs & design revealed

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 28, 2022

Oppo recently launched the F21 Pro and F21 Pro 5G in the Indian market. Both phones come with a slightly similar design and are priced above Rs. 20,000 in India. It appears that the company has more lower-range phones in the pipeline as three new Oppo models have now been spotted on the FCC certification website.

The upcoming Oppo smartphones have the model number Oppo CPH2385, CPH2339, and CPH2387 (via MySmartPrice). All three models are expected to come in the mid or lower-range segment in different markets.

Oppo CPH2385

The FCC certification confirms that the CPH2385 sports a dual-camera system. The setup will consist of a 50MP main lens and a 2MP depth sensor. The device will pack a 5,000mAh battery and boot on ColorOS 12.1 out of the box. Furthermore, it has the following measurements – 163.74 x 75.03 x 7.99mm. The phone will weigh 190 grams.

Oppo CPH2339

Coming to the CPH2339, the smartphone packs the same 5,000mAh battery and boots on ColosOS 12.1 out of the box. The phone’s 5G bands have been revealed and it has the n5, n7, n38, and n41 5G bands.

Unfortunately, the fast charging speeds and other details of two of these phones haven’t been listed yet. However, the third phone’s fast charging speed has been revealed.

Oppo CPH2387

The third phone with model number CPH2387 is said to pack a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. That being said, we can expect the above two models to bag a similar charging speed.

Moreover, the phone’s images have also been listed. The smartphone sports two large cutouts at the back. It has a dual-camera system with a 13MP main lens and a 2MP secondary sensor. We get to see that the device has a water-drop notch panel and features a Black color. It also has dual-SIM and microSD card support.

With the FCC certification done, these phones are expected to launch sooner this year.

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Apple launches new Self Repair Service for iPhone 13, iPhone 12, & iPhone SE

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Apple had announced a new service that surprised everyone. It had launched a new self repair service program for some of its iPhones and Macs. Now, the company has included additional models of its iPhones within this program.

For those unaware, the new Self Repair Service was launched by the Cupertino based giant in the US. This allowed users to purchase genuine products from the company’s website and then repair the device from an official manual guidelines. The program now includes the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 series device, along with the iPhone SE (3rd generation). So now, people looking to repair their devices by themselves by purchasing the parts from the Apple Self Service Repair Store.

Notably, the program is also quite helpful for those that are most experienced in repairing electronic devices. On the repair store, users have the option to purchase a spare display, camera, and even battery pack as well. Furthermore, the company also plans on launching a repair program that will include manuals, parts, and tools for repairs on Mac computers with the brand’s proprietary chipsets.

Keep in mind that you should review the repair manual for the product you wish to repair before placing an order on the website. Apart from this, Apple is also offering tool rental kits for 49 US Dollars, which let customers use them for a week and eventually returning it. This kit will be shipped free of cost as well. At the moment, the self repair program is limited to just the US, but the brand has plans to expand it to other regions like Europe later this year.

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Google Pixel Watch possibly spotted on Bluetooth SIG website

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Over the last couple of weeks, we have reported on various rumors and reports regarding the Google Pixel Watch. Now, the latest sighting of the company’s first smartwatch might have been on a known certification website.

Google PIxel Watch front — Pixel Watch front image | Source: Android Central

For those unaware, the Search Engine giant’s smartwatch is codenamed “Rohan”. Its live images were also recently revealed after someone “accidentally” left the device in a restaurant. Now, MySmartPrice recently spotted a couple of unnamed Google devices on Bluetooth SIG certification website. These devices carried the model numbers GWT9R, GBZ4S, and GQF4C. The report added that these listings might be the SKUs for the upcoming Pixel Watch, which also hints that its announcement is just around the corner.

As per the Bluetooth SIG listing, the device name is mentioned as the “WearOS Bluetooth Host Subsystem,” which further hints at it actually being the Pixel Watch. As of right now, finer details regarding the upcoming Pixel Watch is still at large, although, the previously leaked live images showcased the device with a circular display that has minimal bezels. Furthermore, it is expected to arrive in two color options, including a Black and Silver model, which will launch along with 20 watchbands as well.

We can also expect the modern health related systems like step tracking, heart monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen mapping, and even sleep tracking as well. But unfortunately, Google has yet to confirm any of these features so far. So stay tuned for more updates.

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Bezior XF001 & XF200 e-bikes goes on heavy discount, avail special offers up to €100 off

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Sudhanshu

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Apr 28, 2022

In recent times, e-bikes have grown quite popular as a fun way of commuting. So if you are looking for an electric bike with fat wheels, a powerful motor, and stylish looks, we have just what you want.

Right now, Bezior is giving special offers on two of its e-bikes. These are the Bezior XF001 and the Bezior XF200. So let’s take a look at what makes them special.

Bezior XF001

The Bezior XF001 fat e-bike features a retro look with a large circular LED headlight, a clean design, an aluminum alloy frame, and a lengthened saddle that can support up to 120 kg.

The bike has fat 20 × 4 ″ tires combined with a front suspension fork to provide a smooth riding experience even on rough terrains and battered roads. The e-bike has a powerful 1000W brushless motor combined with a large 48V battery pack. With this combination, the bike is capable of going as fast as 45km/h. With its speed limited to 25km/h, the Bezior XF001 gives a milage of 45km while riding in urban conditions.

Breaking on this e-bike is highly responsive thanks to its mechanical disc brakes on both the front and rear tyres. Other features of the XF001 include an HD LED display, a shock spring, three different speed modes, easily replaceable batteries, and five gears for manual and power-assisted operations.

Bezior XF200

Like the XF001, the XF200 also features wider tyers for easy mobility in any terrain. However, this e-bike is made with portability in mind, and therefore, it is capable of folding in half, occupying just 100 x 80 x 50 centimeters of area.

The e-bike has a 1000W motor, 48V/15Ah battery, and boasts 130km of mileage in power-assisted mode. The XF200 comes with a lightweight aluminium alloy frame and offers a high-quality suspension for shock absorption. Its speed is limited to 25km/h but riders can remove the limiter to go up to 40km/h in just 4.9 seconds. The e-bike features Hydraulic disc brakes on both the front and rear tires and has a Shimano 7-speed gear system for manual and power-assisted operation.

Price & offers

Both the Bezior XF001 and the XF200 are on discount right now on the GOGOBEST website.

The XF001 is currently retailing for just €1,419.99, while the XF200 is going for €1,349.99. But the offer doesn’t stop there as buyers can get an additional €100 off of the Bezior XF001 by using the coupon code: TX56QAZYA5MZ. Use the coupon code: JC3Z86W99EK1 while buying the XF200 to get €20 off.

Additionally, with the purchase of either bike, you’ll get the Bezior Ya395 waterproof cell phone storage bag for free. Customers buying the XF200 can also save an additional €65 if they buy the Xiaomi Electric Air Pump Compressor or the Bezior X Series E-Bike Rear Holder Rack.

Chinese carmaker Geely wins patent for two smartphone models

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Last year, rumors had surfaced regarding Geely planning on launching a new brand that will focus on smartphones. However, this news was never confirmed by the company. But now, a new report has revealed that the company has achieved a patent for a smartphone.

According to a 163 report, the known Chinese carmaker is working on diversifying its operations outside of just automobiles. Apparently, one of these efforts would be focused towards smartphones. As per local media reports, the company had applied for two smartphone patents, which have now been granted. The patents in question highlights the main purpose of its design product.

Furthermore, the upcoming Geely smartphone features a punch hole selfie cut out on the display. On the other hand, the two patents feature a rear camera module that have different shapes and sizes. Although, both models feature a triple camera setup that is aligned in a triangular format. The first patented model has a large circular module on the rear, while the second model has a squarish module on the back panel. Interestingly, some netizens in China approved of this smartphone design.

As of right now, it is unknown if the company is actually working on such a product or is just simply covering all bases. However, based on our past reports, it is highly likely that Geely has smartphones planned to release in the future. Back in January 2022, we had even reported on the company possibly acquiring the Chinese smartphone brand Meizu. so it won’t be a surprise if the deal actually goes through.

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iQOO Neo 6 SE to feature 4700mAh battery with dual cell 80W flash charge support

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Earlier today (28th April 2022), iQOO shared a new teaser for its upcoming smartphone, the Neo 6 SE. The company has already shared a few teasers in the past, but the latest one offers us for information regarding its battery.

The new device was teased on the company’s official Weibo (a Chinese microblogging website) account, which also shared an image poster. Looking at this picture, we can see that the handset is powered by a large 4,700mAh battery pack that supports dual cell 80W flash charging support. As per official claims, the iQOO Neo 6 SE can be fully charged to 100 percent in just 30 minutes.

Furthermore, the Chinese smartphone maker also claimed that it has an excellent battery life thanks to improved power efficiency. So, one can play 24 matches of Honor of Kings, or watch videos/movies for up to 19 hours. As of right now, the device is already available for registrations. It is a high end model that is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC that is paired with an overclock UFS 3.1 storage and UFS Deep Defragmentation 2.0 technology as well.

As per per our previous report, the iQOO Neo 6 SE may sport a 6.62 inch FHD+ OLED display that has a punch hole camera cutout. Overall its specifications are quite similar to the Neo 6, which is powered by the more powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. The smartphone is set to be unveiled on 6th May 2022 in China. So stick around as we will be covering the launch event next month.

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Realme Narzo 50 5G to launch in India in May, storage & color options revealed: Report

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Realme had just recently launched the Narzo 50A Prime in India. And now, a new report has suggested that the company is planning on releasing another model within the Narzo 50 series.

According to a 91Mobiles report, the Chinese smartphone maker is planning on announcing the Narzo 50 5G for the Indian market next month. The news arrives from industry sources close to the matter that have revealed some key information regarding the upcoming device, including its storage and memory configurations, along with its color options as well. Reportedly, the new smartphone will be offered in three storage configurations, including a 4GB + 64GB, 4GB + 128GB, and a 6GB + 128GB variant.

Furthermore, it will also be available in two color options as well, namely Hyper Black and Hyper Blue models. As of right now, finer details regarding the new Narzo 50 5G is still unknown, however, we can expect the device to feature a 50 megapixel primary camera and be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports fast charging. The display is likely a FHD+ panel and the phone could run on Android 12 OS based Realme UI 3.0 out of the box.

At the moment, this is all the information available regarding this handset. But do keep in mind that this is still unconfirmed by the brand. So take this report with a pinch of salt for now and stick around for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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OnePlus 10R with 150W fast charging, Dimensity 8100-MAX launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 28, 2022

OnePlus has unveiled the OnePlus 10R in India, signalling the release of the premium mid-range model for the global market. The OnePlus 10R is the same as the OnePlus Ace that was launched in China last week except for a few features that are not available on the Indian version.

The OnePlus 10R has a 6.7-inch OLED FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. In addition, the display supports a 360Hz touch sampling rate and a 720Hz gaming touch sampling rate.

The OnePlus 10R is a mid-range offering going by its Dimensity chipset and sports a new design quite distinct from previous OnePlus smartphones. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-MAX chipset and features a monster 150W fast charging. The phone comes with enhanced handling capabilities with its 2.5D step processing subtle edge arc. It has a flat-edged frame with rounded corners with the rear panel having a mixture of two colors. The triple camera and LED flash are housed in the top left part of the back panel and looks unique.

The OnePlus 10R comes in three memory options instead of four on the Ace. There is an 8GB+128GB option, as well as a 12GB+128GB and 12GB+512GB options. The premium smartphone is be available in two color options namely Sierra black and light blue. OnePlus has included an independent graphics chip to complement the onboard graphics which is important in gaming applications. The OnePlus 10R thus boasts of high in-game frame rates with the certified HyperBoost stabilization engine.

The OnePlus 10R triple camera setup has a 50MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. The front-facing camera is a 16MP lens.

The OnePlus 10R runs on Android 12-based OxygenOS 12.1 and it comes with a 4,500mAh battery. The battery can be recharged at 150W SuperVOOC fast charging via USB-C. It can thus be fully charged within 17 minutes.

It should be noted that the 8GB+128GB and 12GB+256GB options pack a 5000mAh battery and supports only 80W fast charging. The 150W fast charging support is only for the 12GB+512GB option.In addition, OnePlus says the battery has the TUV Rheinland certification of safe fast charging. The battery is also claimed to retain up to 80% of its potential after 4 years. Bluetooth 5.2, 5G, dual 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, GPS, and NFC are all supported in the OnePlus 10R. User security is enhanced with an in-display fingerprint reader. The 10R also comes with a vapor chamber with a large cooling area.

Pricing & Availability

As for the pricing details, the OnePlus 10R starts at Rs 38,999 (~$508) for the 8GB+128GB model with 80W fast charging. The 12GB+256GB option also packing 80W charging is priced at Rs 42,999 (~$560). Finally, the 12GB+512GB version with 150W SuperVOOC flash charging carries a price tag of Rs 43,999 (~$574). The premium device will be sold via OnePlus’ website, Amazon, Reliance stores, Chroma stores, and select partner stores starting May 4 at 12 noon.

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Huawei Exec teases Mate Xs 2 color options, says phone supply chain has improved

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Sean

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Apr 28, 2022

Prior to the launch of the Mate Xs 2 foldable smartphone later today (28th April 2022), a Huawei executive has teased the smartphone and also revealed some other interesting information as well.

In a recent video, Yu Chengdong, Huawei BG & smart car solutions CEO, shared more information regarding the Mate Xs 2’s design and colors, along with some details regarding its smartphone operations. First, he talks about how the production capacity and supply chain for its handsets has improved, after the company faced many difficulties with the supply chain. Meaning, the Chinese tech giant’s smartphones and other products can be purchased again, without any issue related to inventory or stock.

One of the key highlights of the video was the part where he talked about the upcoming foldable flagship handset. For those unaware, the Mate Xs 2 is the company’s latest foldable model, which is expected to arrive with various improvements over the last generation. Yu Chengdong stated that some of the early foldable phone models were bulky and not resistant to fall damage. But, these issues are not there in the Mate Xs 2. Furthermore, its thickness and weight is quite close to a regular smartphone now. He also added that drop resistance and robustness has improved as well, with the screen being basically crease free as well.

Moving forward, the executive talked about the latest breakthrough’s in technology and innovations of the company. This includes breakthrough in WiFi technology, with its wireless speeds being several times faster than its competition. He even briefly talked about the Watch GT 3 Pro and the Huawei Smart Screen V Pro as well. But he arrived back to the Mate Xs 2, to showcase its design and color options. The new foldable phone will be available in 3 color variants, including a Black, Purple, and Off White models.

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