Apple has a lineup of successful audio products in the form of Airpods and products under its Beats brand. The Beats Studio Buds were launched last year and the company is now adding more color options for the customers to choose from.
The company is adding three color options — Pink, Blue, and Gray. This is in addition to the existing color options — Black, Red, and White. The new color options will be available for purchase from today through Apple Store, Best Buy, Amazon, and Target.
In addition to the new color options, Beats Studio Buds is also getting some major useful features targeted toward Android users. The company is adding support for a feature called “Locate my Beats” and Product Widgets.
As the name itself indicates, Locate mu Buds feature will be helpful to track down the misplaced earbuds. Through product widgets, users will be able to view battery life information and control listening modes from Android devices.
It’s noteworthy that these new features are coming to Android but were already available for iOS users. Also, the features aren’t limited to the Beats Studio Buds but are rolled out for all products from the brand that works with the Beats application on Android.
Apple has also revealed that the Beats Studio Buds have been the best-selling Beats products so far. The wireless earbuds are available for purchase for the price of $150 in the United States through various stores, including Apple’s own stores.
Huawei’s homegrown HarmonyOS has evolved rapidly since the advent of US sanctions against the company. The third iteration of the HarmonyOS is billed for a September 2022 release. The Beta version of the software will be out in the coming weeks, according to Weibo tipster, Changan Digital King.
HarmonyOS 3.0 was announced in October 2021 and its first Developer Preview was out shortly thereafter. The trajectory of the evolution of the HarmonyOS 3.0 has seen a review of the timeline. As per the details provided by the tipster, the stable release of Harmony OS 3.0 is slated for September 2022. The previous version (Version 2.0) was launched in June 2021 and its ecosystem is already 100 million.
The HarmonyOS 3.0 has an improved UI and better performance overall. It, however, doesn’t come with significant changes to the look and feel of the OS. Other accompanying apps like ArkUI have also been released. ArkUI is a declarative UI environment for building apps using TypeScript or JavaScript.
The Huawei Mate 50 lineup is predicted to feature one of the first models to deploy the HarmonyOS 3.0. The Huawei Mate 50 could be released by July this year. As for which existing devices will be updated to the new version, we should get an indication of that as the first betas start rolling out.
A few months back, Vivo announced the Vivo Y15s budget smartphone in the Indian market with modest specs like dual cameras and MediaTek’s Helio chipset. At the launch, the smartphone was priced at Rs. 10,990. Now, however, the phone has received a price cut in the country.
The Vivo Y15s has received a Rs. 500 price cut in just two months of its release. The device now costs Rs. 10,490 in India. This pricing is for the lone variant of 3GB RAM + 32GB storage. The phone can be purchased in Mystic Blue and Wave Green color options.
The Vivo Y15s comes with a 6.51-inch water-drop notch display having an HD+(720 1600 pixels) resolution. It is an IPS LCD screen with a 60Hz refresh rate and thin bezels on all three sides except for the bottom.
It has an 8MP front camera for selfies and features a dual-camera system at the back. It has a 13MP main and a 2MP macro camera setup.
Powering the handset is the MediaTek Helio P35 SoC paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. It also has a microSD card slot for additional storage requirements. It comes with a USB Type-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack at the bottom.
The device packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging speed. The phone boots on Android 11 Go Edition and has FunTouch OS 11.1 on top of it.
Renowned motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha is gradually making inroads into the Indian electric scooter market. The company is well known as a manufacturer of petrol-powered motorcycles but is gradually embracing electric vehicles production. Yamaha has showcased some of its new e-scooter offerings in India. The move is a precursor to the release of the new models to the Indian market.
Yamaha showcased the E01 and NEO’s e-scooters at a dealers’ meet which it organized Monday. The Yamaha E01 is comparable to a 125cc petrol motorbike and could be an instant sensation in the subcontinent. Yamaha will build on the traction already created for some of its popular scooters like Fascino and RayZR to leverage the new models. Moreover, Yamaha has already filed the trademark for the E01 which was showcased at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. The Yamaha E01 e-scooter is a maxi-styled scooter that has a sporty design. It has a prominent front fascia, dual headlights, a compact windscreen, and an expansive single-piece seat.
The Yamaha E01 also features a digital instrument console, Bluetooth connectivity, and keyless start. Three ride modes are available namely Eco, Normal, and Power. The E01 will have an 11kW electric motor and offers a range of up to 80km on a single charge.
Yamaha Neo’s e-scooter is based on the E02 concept showcased at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. It is available in Europe and a few other markets for EUR 3,005. It is equipped with a 50.4V, 19.2Ah Lithium-ion battery pack and the powertrain is at par with that of a 50cc scooter. The Yamaha Neo is already available as a 50cc petrol-powered scooter in select markets. The dual battery pack could give the Neo’s a range of 68km with charging times up to 8 hours.
There are no specifics yet on the release dates and other key details for the new Yamaha e-scooters. It will be interesting to see how these models square up in India. For the Neo’s, it is difficult to see it being a success due to the poor charging infrastructure in the country and its low range.
Portronics on Tuesday launched the all-new Portronics SoundDrum P. A portable Bluetooth speaker that has 20-watt bass-boosted audio and a non-stop 7 hours of battery life.
Portronics SoundDrum P Pricing and Specifications
The Portronics SoundDrum P is priced at Rs. 2,649(~$35) and comes in Black and Blue color options. However, on Amazon, the speaker is being sold for a lower price tag of Rs. 2,399(~$32). It can be purchased from Amazon.in, Portronics website, and other online and offline stores in the country.
Black
Blue
The Portronics SoundDrum P comes with a small portable design. It is made out of plastic, silicone, and fabric materials. The speaker weighs 740 grams and has multiple ports like an AUX port, USB Type-C, USB Type-A port, and a microSD card slot. It comes with a control panel that lets you switch between modes, skip music tracks, control volume, and answer calls directly through the speaker.
It packs a 4,000mAh dual-cell battery (2x 2000mAh) that is claimed to offer up to 7 hours of non-stop music. Interestingly, the speaker can also act as a power bank, thanks to its wired reverse charging capability. It has 12 months of warranty and can be paired with both Android and iOS devices via Bluetooth v5.0.
Realme C35 and C31 were launched last month in India, and now, both devices have headed to the UK. Both phones have a similar design and have a UNISOC chipset, under the hood. Starting today, two of the phones can be purchased at affordable prices.
By affordable, we mean a really cheap price. The Realme C35 costs £150 for the 4GB + 64GB variant and £170 for the 4GB + 128GB variant. However, the phone will go on a flash sale promo offer that gets you £10 off on the base variant and £20 off on the higher variant. The discounted price will be from April 12 to April 18.
Realme C35
On the other hand, the Realme C31 is priced at £130 for the 4GB + 64GB variant, but you will be eligible for £10 off during the aforementioned promo period.
The specs of these phones are similar and so is their design. Both devices bring a newer look, especially at the back. The camera island is where the design’s been changed. The front is unchanged with the notch display.
The C35 gets a 6.6-inch HD+ LCD screen, while the C31 boasts a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD panel. Both are backed by a 5,000mAh cell, but the C35 has a faster 18W fast charging speed, whereas, the C31 supports a 10W charging speed.
The Realme C35 is powered by a UNISOC T616 chipset, while the C31 draws power from the UNISOC T612. The duo has LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 expandable storage via a microSD card.
The C35 gets a better 50MP + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (monochrome) rear camera setup, whereas, the C31 has a 13MP + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (monochrome) rear camera array. Both boot on Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 OS and have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Redmi 10A was launched last month in China with a revamped design, Helio G25, and a big battery. Now, the phone is expected to land in several other major markets outside China. It appears that the first global market to get the device will be India as a tipster has revealed the release date of the smartphone for the Indian market.
As per PassionateGeekz, the Redmi 10A will launch on April 20 in the Indian market. We expect it to arrive in Black, Blue, and Silver colors. The pricing of the phone is yet to be revealed, but we can expect it to come under Rs. 10,000 segment in India.
The Redmi 10A in China comes with a 6.53-inch water-drop notch display with an HD+(1600 x 720 pixels) resolution. The panel has 400 nits of peak brightness and an aspect ratio of 20:9. It sports a single 5MP front camera for selfies and has a 13MP single camera on the rear.
It is a 4G device that packs the MediaTek Helio G25 SoC paired with 4GB/6GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of internal storage. It has a microSD card for storage expandability up to 512GB. The phone houses a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging speed.
The phone has a micro-USB port for charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio. It boasts a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner for security. MIUI 12.5 is what runs on the handset and has Android 11 OS on top of it.
Xiaomi has launched the MIJIA Smart DC Variable Frequency Floor-standing Fan. The product will be available under crowdfunding on Xiaomi Mall from April 13 with a crowdfunding price tag of 429 yuan(~$67). After the exercise, the product will adopt a retail price of 499 yuan (~$78).
Among the top selling points of the fan is the ability to circulate air to the entire house within 2 minutes thanks to its large air volume of 29m3/min. It also comes with an automatic rotating head with an ultra-wide angle of rotation. Other features include temperature and humidity sensor wind control, and 16m long-distance deep circulation.
The MIJIA Smart DC Variable Frequency Floor-standing Fan outputs up to 6.5m/s vortex gathering wind at high speed, and the air supply distance is as long as 16 meters, so that the air in the whole house can be deeply circulated.
In addition, the fan features a built-in Hall sensor, supports horizontal 150°, vertical 90° dual-axis automatic rotation, and multi-angle wide sweep, reaching a larger area. When the fan is turned off, the head returns to its resting position.
At the same time, the fan has a built-in high-precision temperature and humidity sensor. In smart mode and sleep mode, it can automatically match the gear and wind speed according to different indoor environmental conditions.
As a Xiaomi smart home appliance, it can also link other home appliances, including dehumidifiers, air conditioners, humidifiers, heating, and more. At the same time, you can also fine-tune the 100-degree wind block through the MIJIA app.
After teasing for days, Oppo has officially launched the Oppo F21 Pro in India. The mid-range smartphone arrives with a revamped design and a new set of features. Just like its predecessors, it has a unique look and feel, but comes with mediocre specs. Is this phone any better than other devices in the segment? Should you buy it? I try to answer these questions in this review.
Before delving into the review, I would like to put a disclaimer that this review is based on my personal experience with an Oppo F21 Pro review sample loaned to me by Oppo India. The opinions stated here are mine alone, and the company had no early look or editorial input.
Oppo F21 Pro Review
Box Contents
Oppo F21 Pro
Transparent Case
33W SuperVOOC Charger
USB Type-A to Type-C cable
SIM Ejector Tool
Documentation
Unlike previous models in the lineup, the device does not ship with a free pair of wired earphones.
Design and Build
The best thing about the Oppo F21 Pro is its design. The phone comes in two color options, namely Sunset Orange (fiberglass leather) and Cosmic Black (glass).
I have the former color variant. The back of this version is made of fiberglass leather. This artificial leather finish feels good in the hands and looks fascinating in the orange color. It’s one of a kind, as there aren’t many orange-colored smartphones in the market.
I didn’t use the case included in the box at all. Clearly, the handset wants to be used naked. During my week of usage, the leather back did not accumulate any noticeable dirt.
Another notable thing about the phone’s design is its camera island. It mimics a camcorder with a dual-tone finish. Apart from an LED flashlight, there’s also an LED ring for notifications.
The flat frame of the handset is made of plastic, but it feels sturdy in the hands. The two sides of the frame are occupied by a tactile power key on the right and volume buttons, as well as the SIM card slot on the left.
The top only includes a secondary microphone hole. Whereas, the bottom houses a 3.5mm headphone jack, a primary microphone hole, a USB Type-C port, and a speaker grille.
As a whole, the smartphone measures only 7.54mm in thickness (excluding the camera bump) and weighs just 175 grams. Hence, it is very comfortable to hold for a long period of time.
Display and Sound
The Oppo F21 Pro sports a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a punch-hole on the top left corner. The canvas has a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels with a 20:9 aspect ratio.
The screen supports up to 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. The display performs well for the price. It gets sufficiently bright under direct sunlight.
However, it is worth noting that the panel could not run at 90Hz refresh rate at all times. This could be either due to the lower mid-range chipset or because of the software optimization. It is a known issue on phones with a similar configuration.
Interestingly, though the screen supports HDR10 and HLG standards, it cannot play HDR videos on YouTube. Also, the device lacks Widevine L1 certification, and therefore, it cannot play HD videos on popular streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. But Oppo says these issues will not be present on the retail unit.
Unlike most smartphones in the segment, the Oppo F21 Pro does not come with dual stereo speakers. Though it has a single bottom-firing unit, it is loud enough for binge-watching. Anyway, the absence of stereo sound will always be felt if you are used to it, like me.
Then, there’s a headphone jack for those who don’t own or prefer wireless earphones. But as mentioned earlier, you won’t find a free pair of wired earphones in the box.
Hardware and Software
The Oppo F21 Pro is run by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC. The chipset is paired with 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage.
The handset also has support for up to 5GB of virtual RAM. By default, it ships with the 3GB virtual RAM option enabled. I did not make any changes to the value throughout my usage, as most users would.
On the software front, the device boots ColorOS 12.1 based on Android 12. The experience is the same as what you would find on Oppo smartphones with the same software, but only slower. This means you also get bloatware, but unfortunately, they are uninstallable.
Geekbench
AnTuTu Benchmark
Wild Life Stress Test
CPU Throttling Test
Though the software tries to be responsive as possible, it is held down by the lower-end chip. That does not mean the phone is dead slow. It’s just not as fast as the competitors and Oppo’s own Reno 7 and Reno 6.
The handset performs well for day-to-day usage. It can hold multiple apps in memory, but not for a long period of time, which is expected from a similarly specced device. Just don’t expect a good gaming experience, as it is not built for it.
Camera
The Oppo F21 Pro comes equipped with a triple camera setup on the rear. The system consists of a 64MP OmniVision OV64B primary sensor, a 2MP Galaxycore GC02M1 sensor with a 15x microlens, and a 2MP Galaxycore GC02M1B depth sensor. Whereas, on the front, it features a 32MP Sony IMX709 RGBW sensor for selfies.
Out of the four cameras, only two of them are useful. The depth sensor is of no use like on any other smartphone. On the other hand, there’s not much to do with the microlens. One would get bored in a while and may forget that it even exists.
Human (Rear Camera)
Human (Selfie Camera)
Talking about the primary camera first, it is the same sensor found on the expensive Oppo Reno 6 Pro 5G (review) and Oppo Reno 6 5G (review) last year. However, the software processing is quite different.
Those two Reno handsets couldn’t output the proper skin tones of human subjects. But the new F21 Pro comes close. I really like how it shows the color of dark skin. The device even does not make changes to irregularities like pimples. The output from the camera is almost the same as what you see in real life.
But the color accuracy is not great, and that’s fine because people love pictures that are appealing to their eyes. There’s no over-saturation as such, which is a good thing.
HDR or high dynamic range is good but just like the Renos I have tested earlier, the processing is sometimes too extreme when there’s more backlight. Hence, you get to see halo effects in such images.
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Night
Night (Night Mode)
In low light conditions, the pictures are grainy, as you would expect from a lower mid-range smartphone. The night mode does not help much either.
Coming to the selfie camera, though the device has good hardware, the processing is poor. I did not like using the front camera at all. The skin tones are way off the chart. But the other aspects are similar to that of the main camera. Additionally, both the front and rear cameras have a wider lens to accommodate more subjects.
As far as video recording is concerned, both the rear and front cameras are limited to 1080p at 30fps quality. The videos out of these two sensors are average at best. They are slow at focussing and there’s no stability. In low light, they are grainy, just like the photos. Anyway, the audio captured by the microphones is clear, but there’s no noticeable noise cancellation.
Miscellaneous
The handset is limited to 4G connectivity, which is fine as 5G networks are yet to go live in India. Even if the new generation network gets launched by the end of 2022 or early 2023, it won’t be widely available across the country.
Talking about what’s present, LTE mobile data works well as it should and so does mobile hotspot. There’s no issue with the audio from the headpiece, and the same can be said for the microphone quality. Similarly, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth work fine. I did not face any drops.
Finally, the LED ring light for the microscope camera can also be used for notifications, call alerts, charging indications, and even for game launches. Though it looks cool, I didn’t find any use for it as I usually place my phone backside down.
Battery and Charging
The Oppo F21 Pro gets its juice from a 4,500mAh battery. On a full charge, it can easily last a day and some more. Because the Snapdragon 680 chip present inside the device is energy-efficient as it uses a 6nm process.
At the same time, the battery can be recharged in less than 90 minutes with the included 33W SuperVOOC fast charger. It takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes to fill from 10% to 100%.
It is definitely not the fastest charging handset in the segment. But that’s fine for most people, unless you are one of those who are always in a hurry.
Verdict
Just like most Oppo smartphones, the Oppo F21 Pro is not meant for everyone. It is average in all categories, except for the design. The phone’s look and in-hand feel need to be experienced firsthand to appreciate them.
There are consumers for whom design comes first. For them, this could be the best purchase.
Whereas, for others, if you are fine with the shortcomings mentioned above, there’s nothing wrong in choosing this handset over competitors.
Alternately, the Oppo F21 Pro is probably one of the best options for those looking for a secondary smartphone in this price segment. Mostly because it is thin and light and offers a good battery life, in addition to its looks being a head turner.
After launching the iQOO Z6 5G a few weeks back, the brand is back, this time for the release of its Pro version called the iQOO Z5 Pro 5G. The smartphone is going through a lot of leaks online and the brand has also confirmed its price segment last week. Now, the tipster Yogesh Brar has shared the specs sheet of the smartphone. Additionally, the phone’s design has been leaked by a Youtuber.
The iQOO Z6 Pro 5G will come with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display sporting a Full-HD+ resolution. It will be a water-drop notch panel with a 90Hz refresh rate.
The smartphone will house a 16MP camera on the front for selfies. On the back, it will come with a triple camera system. The setup will include a 64MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro unit.
Courtesy – Tech Burner
It will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC paired with 6GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of internal storage. The device is expected to pack a 4,500mAh battery with support for 66W fast charging technology.
The device is said to come with Gaming mode and also has a stereo speaker setup. It will boot on FunTouchOS with Android 12 OS on the top.
In addition to this, a Youtuber shared a hands-on video of the device ahead of its release. The phone has a new rear design as opposed to its younger sibling, the iQOO Z6 5G.
Courtesy – Tech Burner
It has a big camera island with two big rings holding three of the aforementioned sensors. The phone is made out of polycarbonate plastic and has a matte finish on the back. We also get to learn that the device does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack. This is not the case with the vanilla iQOO Z6 5G. Furthermore, the phone has a Dark Grey/Black color option.
Other than this, iQOO has previously confirmed that the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G will arrive under Rs. 25,000 segment in India. It is claimed to be the fastest phone in the segment.
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi crowdfunded the Xiaomi Wireless Car Charger Pro in December last year. The product which was offered for 349 yuan (~$54) received backing from over 18,000 people with gross revenue of more than 2.13 million yuan.
More than three months after, the tech giant has now launched the Mi Wireless Car Charger in China. The car accessory adopts a slightly higher 369 yuan (~$58) price tag.
The wireless car charger features support for 50W MAX wireless fast flash charging and is compatible with a variety of wireless charging devices including the Xiaomi MIX 4, Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, and Mi 11. It also delivers fast charging for Samsung mobile phones and iPhones that support wireless charging. It should be noted that this product does not support the wireless charging function of the Xiaomi Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition.
Xiaomi Wireless Car Charger Pro uses a new generation of microwave radar sensors to sense and identify the opening of the clip arm through the movement of objects. This is different from infrared sensors.
The Wireless Car Charger Pro adopts a triangular structure design and will not shake on bumpy roads. The clip arm can reach 84mm after the arm is opened, and the effective charging induction can reach 4mm.
The Xiaomi Wireless Car Charger Pro adopts a hidden straight air duct design, which directly fits the surface of the car charger through the internal air duct. It can be intelligently adjusted according to the level of charging power. When charging with high power, it can help the mobile phone to actively cool down, shorten the charging time and improve the charging efficiency.
At the same time, the Xiaomi Wireless Car Charger Pro has a built-in supercapacitor. When the car charger is in normal use, if the power supply vehicle is powered off, the electric clip arm can still be opened by touching the button once so that the phone can be taken out.
In addition, the Xiaomi Wireless Car Charger Pro adds a universal hook fixing clip compared to the previous generation, which is specially designed for the circular air outlet. It can also use the standard flat sticking base to directly stick to the plane inside the car.
Oppo has launched the Enco Air 2 Pro earbuds in the Indian market. The earbuds are a higher variant of the already available Enco Air 2. Some of the highlighting features of the TWS earbuds include 12.4mm dynamic drivers, dual microphones, and up to 28 hours of playback.
The Oppo Enco Air 2 Pro earbuds are priced at Rs. 3,499 and come in White and Grey colors. The earbuds will go on sale starting from April 21 in the country.
The Oppo Enco Air 2 Pro comes with an in-ear design sporting 12.4mm dynamic drivers. The earbuds have a sound frequency of 20Hz to 20KHz. They come with a reflective bubble-like case design that looks similar to the vanilla Enco Air 2’s case. However, this one’s lid portion isn’t translucent.
The earbuds alone are said to offer up to 7 hours of playback on a single charge, thanks to the 43mAh battery inside each earbud. Along with the charging case combined, which has a 440mAh cell, it is claimed to offer up to 28 hours of total music playback.
Interestingly, the earbuds also come with AI-based Active Noise Cancellation. This is possible due to the dual microphones on the device that help the earbuds to cut off the outside noise to some extent.
Touch controls like Single-tap for Pause/Play, Double-tap for Next track/rejecting calls, Triple Tap for Voice assistant, and Short-hold & Long-hold are available.
The earbuds have Bluetooth v5.2 support and come with features like Quick Pairing and Instant Connection. The latter helps the earbuds to quickly connect to the previously connected phone in seconds.
The earbuds have IP54 water and dust resistant rating making them durable. Lastly, the earbuds come with a USB Type-C port for charging via which you can fast charge the earbuds. With 10 minutes of charge, the earbuds are said to offer up to 2 hours of usage.
Chinese innovative tech company, Nubia in February 2022 launched the Red Magic 7 Pro in China. The gaming smartphone featured several top-end features as well as a spectacular design. The Red Magic 7 Pro has now been launched for the global market with early bird offers beginning on April 22.
Design & Display
The Nubia Red Magic 7 Pro packs a 6.8-inch Full HD+ OLED display with support for a 165Hz refresh rate. The display also brings support for 100 percent DCI P3 color gamut, 10-bit color, DC dimming, and other cool features. The display crams a fingerprint sensor under the display with support for heart rate monitoring as well.
The gaming phone features shoulder triggers for a seamless gaming experience. The phone comes with up to 500Hz touch sampling rate and enhanced audio, thanks to the Red Core 1 chip.
Specification- Red Magic 7 Pro
The Red Magic 7 Pro packs the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor paired with up to 18GB of LPDDR5 RAM while there is 1TB of internal storage onboard. The phone also supports virtual expansion which can extend the total RAM space to 24GB.
In addition, the gaming phone features the proprietary Red Core 1 chipset, a dedicated chip designed to enhance the gaming experience. The phone also comes with the ICE 8.0 cooling system comprised of an RGB fan with an oscillation of 20,000 rpm. The cooling system also includes nine heat dissipation materials like a large VC liquid cooling plate.
The phone crams a 5000mAh battery under the hood with support for 65W fast charging. This is the only difference between the Chinese version and that of the global market. The Chinese model comes with up to 135W fast charging which can charge from charge 0 to 100 percent in just 15 minutes.
In terms of the camera aspect, the 7 Pro adopts a triple camera setup consisting of a 64-megapixel main sensor teaming up with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. For selfies, there is a 16-megapixel selfie shooter under the display.
Pricing & Availability
As for the price, the Red Magic 7 Pro is priced at $799 ( €799, £679) for the 256GB Obsidian Black version. There is also a transparent version dubbed Supernova and it features 512GB of internal storage. This version is priced at $899 (€899, £759).
The gaming smartphone will be available in the UK and other markets in Europe. It will also be available in the US, Canada, and other regions such as the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Latin America.
Oppo has just launched its highly anticipated F21 Pro series in India. The lineup includes two models, which are the F21 Pro 5G and F21 Pro 4G. Both models are quite similar in many ways but with some key differences. So let’s find out.
Design & Display
Both the F21 Pro series is basically rebranded versions of the Reno7 Pro series. So the 4G version resembles the Reno7 Pro 4G (only available in some markets), while the 5G model is identical to the Reno7 Pro 5G. The F21 Pro 5G and 4G feature a triple camera setup on the rear, on a rectangular module that has a slightly different design and layout. Meanwhile, the front features the same sized 6.43 inch display. Although, the panels aren’t identical and come with certain different specifications.
The 5G version comes with a Full HD+ AMOLED display that only offers a 60Hz refresh rate, meanwhile, the 4G variant offers a higher 90Hz refresh rate. Notably, both models also come with the industry’s first fibreglass leather design that adds to their premium feel and look. Furthermore, the 4G variant features orbit light around the module that highlights notifications. On the other hand, the 5G model comes with dual orbit light that illuminates two of the rear image sensors.
Specifications
Under the hood, both F21 Pro models are equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. However, the 4G only version comes with the Snapdragon 680 SoC, while the 5G model features the Snapdragon 695 SoC. Both phones also come with 8GB of RAM that can be virtually expanded by up to another 5GB. For storage, the 4G and 5G F21 Pro offer 128GB. A large 4,500mAh battery pack powers both models and it also supports up to 33W fast charging as well.
Software
The F21 Pro series runs on ColorOS 12 out of the box, which is based on Android 11 OS. Oppo also placed an emphasis on user friendliness and privacy with the UI, which features anti peeping notification feature. This basically hides notifications if your phone detects someone else looking at your smartphone’s screen. IT also supports Ar Gestures to answer or mute calls.
Camera
The F21 Pro 5G arrives with a triple camera setup on the rear, which consists of a 64 megapixel primary camera, a 2 megapixel macro lens, and another 2 megapixel depth sensor. On the front, it has a 16 megapixel punch hole camera for selfies. Meanwhile, the F21 Pro 4G is also equipped with a 64 megapixel primary camera, paired with a 2 megapixel micro lens, and a 2 megapixel depth sensor.
However, its front camera stands out, as it is a 32 megapixel IMX709 RGBW selfie sensor. This camera is 60 percent more sensitive to light when compared to the previous generation and also reduces noise levels by 35 percent as well.
Pricing & Availability
The Oppo F21 Pro 5G is available in India in a single storage configuration and is priced at 26,999 INR (roughly 355 US Dollars). Prospective buyers can even choose between two color options, namely Rainbow Spectrum and Cosmic Black. On the other hand, the lone model of the F21 Pro 4G is priced at 22,999 INR (roughly 302 US Dollars) and can be purchased in a Sunset Orange and Cosmic Black color variants. The 4G model will go on sale starting from April 15, while the 5G version goes on sale on April 21 via Amazon. Those who have pre-booked their F21 Pro series smartphone will receive the device by 13th April 2022.
Moto G52 has been gone official quietly. In terms of design, the Moto G52’s design language is similar to the Moto G51 5G from last year. It has an OLED panel with a centrally positioned punch-hole on the front, and its back panel has a vertically arranged triple camera unit with an LED flash. The G52 mid-ranger offers key features such as a 90Hz OLED display, a 50-megapixel primary camera, a Snapdragon 6-series chipset, and 30W fast charging support.
Moto G52 specifications and features
The Moto G52 is fitted with a 6.6-inch pOLED panel that produces a Full HD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a 90Hz refresh rate. It also supports 402ppi pixel density and the DCI-P3 color gamut. The G52 runs on the near-stock version of the Android 12 OS, which is customized with Motorola’s My UX.
Moto G52
The Moto G52 has a 16-megapixel camera for capturing selfies. Its back panel has a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a depth helper for bokeh shots. The G52 is blessed with dual speakers that carry support for Dolby Atmos.
Moto G52
The G52 is powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset and 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM. It comes in 128 GB and 256 GB storage options. There is a microSD card slot onboard for additional storage. It packs a beefy 5,000mAh battery that carries support for Motorola’s 30W TurboPower 30 technology. It has an IP52 rated water-repellent chassis that weighs around 169 grams. The thickness of the device is 7.99mm.
Motorola Moto G52 price and availability
Priced at 249 euros, the Moto G52 will be available in some European markets in the coming weeks. It is unclear which other markets outside Europe will be receiving the G52.
The latest wireless earphones from the brand features Bluetooth 5.2, and as the name suggests, offers up to 35dB of hybrid active noise cancellation as well. It features an in ear design, but does not have a stem. With ANC turned off, the earbuds can last for up to 5.5 hours, but this falls to 4.5 hours with ANC turned on. Furthermore, a single ful charge will have the earbuds last for up to 28 hours, when combined with its charging case.
A quick 5 minute charge will also let it offer up to 1 hour of audio playback. Notably, the boAt Airdopes 500 ANC also features a dedicated low latency mode and ambient mode. The latter helps provide users a transparency option to listen to the outside world without pausing their music or taking off the earbuds. Other features include a quad speaker setup with ENx technology that helps improve call quality and Instant Wake n Pair (IWP) for seamless connections.
It also supports Siri and Google Assistant and comes with an IPX4 water resistance rating as well. The new boAt Airdopes 500 ANC is available in multiple color options, including Black, Blue, White, and Gray. These earbuds are currently available for sale on Amazon India’s official website and retails for a price of 3,999 INR (roughly 52 US Dollars).
Uber has just hiked the prices of its cab hailing service in India’s capital city, Delhi. The city has seen a rise in the prices of fuel, which has prompted the company to also raise the price of its cab services in the region.
For those unaware, the news arrives after strong protest from drivers that use the app for taxi services. In the past few days, the price of fuel rose suddenly, which cut into the drivers’ profits. This further led to the drivers protesting last week, which was even expected to continue this week as well. But to help cushion the blow, Uber has stepped in by raising prices to help alleviate some of the drivers’ grievances.
So now, the cab prices in Delhi have been hiked by 12 percent in the Delhi and NCR region. Furthermore, the popular cab hailing service has also stated that they will continue to track the price of fuel and take further steps based on future developments in this matter. Notably, the firm had recently also hiked the prices of cab fares in Mumbai by 15 percent.
In a statement, Nitish Bhushan, Head of Central Operations, Uber India said that “We listen to feedback from drivers and understand that the current rise in fuel prices is causing concern. To help cushion drivers from the impact of the spike in fuel prices, Uber has raised trip fares in Delhi NCR by 12%. Over the coming weeks, we will continue to track fuel price movements and will take further steps as needed.”
OPPO A57 5G has debuted in China. It has arrived as the company’s first Dimensity 810 powered smartphone from the brand. The device is equipped with a 90Hz refresh rate display on the front and 13-megapixel dual rear cameras. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and pricing of the device.
OPPO A57 5G specifications and features
The OPPO A57 5G has a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel that supports an HD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, 269ppi pixel density, and 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut. The device is equipped with an 8-megapixel selfie camera and a 13-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (portrait) dual-camera setup on the back.
OPPO A57 5G
The OPPO A57 5G is fuelled by the Dimensity 810 chipset. The device is equipped with 6 GB / 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. The 6 GB RAM variant of the phone comes with 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage, whereas the 8 GB RAM model comes with 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
The A57 5G has a 5,000mAh battery that supports only 10W charging. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner and carries support for face unlock. The device offers connectivity options such as dual SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
OPPO A57 5G
The handset runs on Android 12 OS, which is customized with ColroOS 12.1. It weighs 186 grams and measures 7.99mm in thickness.
OPPO A57 5G pricing and availability
The 8GB + 128GB edition of the OPPO A57 5G is priced at 1,499 Yuan (~$235). The pricing of the 6GB + 128GB variant is yet to be confirmed. The handset comes in three colors such as Quiet Night (black), Lilac, and Dark Blue.
While it was already confirmed that the Xiaomi 12 Pro will be launching in the Indian market soon, the company had yet to offer an official date for its release. Our previous reports had hinted at an imminent launch, but now, the date has been officially revealed.
As per the official website of the Chinese tech giant, the highly anticipated Xiaomi 12 Pro will be launching in India on the 27th of April 2022. The brand has refered to its upcoming device as the “Showstopper” on the official teaser. While this model has already been available in China for sometime now, its finally arriving to the Indian market, which is a key region for the brand. In other words, the smartphone will also be replacing last year’s Mi 11 Ultra as the latest flagship model in India. The company further added in a tweet that”The flagship of the is coming home – Xiaomi12Pro 5G is launching on 27.04.22!”
Talking about the smartphone itself, the high end Xiaomi flagship will be equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. So it will directly compete with other premium offerings from its rival brands. This includes the Samsung Galaxy S22 series, the OnePlus 10 Pro, and more. For memory, users will likely have storage configurations that includes up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. On the front, it will sport a 6.73 inch QHD+ AMOLED display that offers a peak brightness of 1500 nits.
This panel also supports a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a 480Hz touch sampling rate. Meanwhile, the rear houses a triple camera setup, which includes a 50 megapixel Sony IMX707 sensor, which is paired with two additional 50 megapixel sensors for the portrait lens and the ultra wide angle sensor. Other features include 4,600mAh battery pack that supports 120W fast chargingas well. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event.
Xiaomi has recently released the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, and Xiaomi 12 Pro flagship smartphones in global markets. The Xiaomi 12 lineup is also expected to include mid-range models including the Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G. As the name suggests, it will replace the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE phones from last year. The arrival of the Lite model seems to be drawing near as it has recently bagged approval from the FCC certification site. Tipster Yogesh Brar has shared the key specifications of the Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G well before its official announcement.
Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G specifications (rumored)
The Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G will house a 6.55-inch AMOLED display that delivers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will pack a 4,500mAh battery that will carry support for 67W fast charging.
Under the hood, it will feature the Snapdragon 778G chipset. The device will offer 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of internal storage. The phone will run on Android 12 OS and MIUI 13. The FCC certification of the device revealed that it will come in three variants, such as 6GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 128G storage, and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage.
Xiaomi 12 Lite concept render by XiaomiuiA
For selfies, it will feature a 16-megapixel camera on the front. The rear camera system will have a 64-megapixel main camera with OIS support, an 8-megapixel camera for ultrawide shots, and a 5-megapixel macro camera.
The fingerprint scanner will be integrated with the display of the Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G. The device will carry support for Hi-Res Audio support. The FCC certification of the device has also revealed that the device supports 7 5G bands, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC.
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