Oppo Enco Air 2 Pro with 12.4mm dynamic drivers and IP54 rating launched in India

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Apr 12, 2022

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.

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Oppo F21 Pro series launched in India, with 64MP triple cameras, Orbit Lights, & more

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Apr 12, 2022

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.

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Moto G52 launched with 90Hz pOLED display, SD680, 50MP triple cameras

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Apr 12, 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.

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.

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.

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boAt Airdopes 500 ANC launched in India, with 28hrs battery & 8mm Drivers

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Apr 12, 2022

Back in March 2022, we had covered that boAt was planning on launching a new truly wireless earbuds in India. Now, the Airdopes 500 ANC has been officially released in the country.

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).

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Uber India hikes Cab fares in Delhi following recent rise of Fuel prices

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Apr 12, 2022

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.”

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OPPO A57 5G launched with 90Hz display, Dimensity 810, and 13MP dual cameras

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Apr 12, 2022

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.

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.

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.

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Xiaomi 12 Pro India launch date finally revealed!

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Apr 12, 2022

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.

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Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G specifications tipped, reveals 120Hz AMOLED screen, SD778G, 64MP triple cameras, and more

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Apr 12, 2022

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 — 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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Motorola G82 5G charging speed revealed in 3C certification

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Apr 12, 2022

Motorola is gearing up to launch new smartphones soon. One of these models includes the Moto G82 5G, which was recently spotted on FCC. And now, the device was spotted on another certification website that revealed some of its specifications.

For those unaware, we had covered the smartphone’s FCC and SIRIM certifications, which hinted at its imminent launch. Apart from this, the device also surfaced on TDRA, Geekbench, EEC, and Wi-Fi Alliance databases. But the latest listing is on China’s 3C certification (Via MySmartPrice), which confirms that it will also be launching in the Chinese market. The Moto G82 5G carried the model number XT2225-2 on the 3C database, which also revealed its charging rate.

Looking at the certification, the smartphone will support 33W charging speeds (11V, 3A). Unfortunately, that is all the information that was revealed on the 3C website. However, we have previous reports to go on for additional specifications. At the moment, the Motorola G82 5G is expected to be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor. This chipset will be paired with the Adreno 619 GPU and 8GB of RAM.

Furthermore, the upcoming smartphone will run on Android 12 OS out of the box and is believed to be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack. This model will likely offer some basic features like dual SIM support and dual band WiFi. Keep in mind that these specifications have yet to be officially confirmed by Motorola, so take this report with a pinch of salt, and stay tuned for more updates.

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Apple faces new Antitrust charges in the EU over Spotify complaints

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Apr 12, 2022

Apple has just been hit with another antitrust charge in the European Union. This news arrives following a complaint from Spotify, which caused the EU to start a probe into the matter.

According to a Reuters report, the latest charges are a part of an ongoing investigation by the European Commission. This investigation is related to an anti competitive charge accusations that were filed by the popular music streaming platform, Spotify. This will likely further strengthen EU’s case against the Cupertino based giant and other major tech firms in the region. For those unaware, the European Union has been attempting to rein in tech giants, which have grown exponentially across the globe in recent years.

Back in 2019, Spotify had filed a complaint with the European Commission accusing Apple of forcing App Store rules that “purposely limit choice and stifle innovation at the expense of the user experience.” The music streaming platform also brought up Apple’s 30 percent commission on App Store in its arguments, since this forced the brand to raise the charges of its subscription plans to make up for the commission that Apple charges.

Spotify further added that this gave the iPhone maker an “unfair unadvantage” as Spotify was unable to compete with Apple Music on a level playing field. A source close to the matter told Reuters said that the European Commission now plans on charging the company with another antitrust charge in a supplementary statement of objections. So, the new charges could be issued in the next few weeks.

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Infinix Hot 12i launched with HD+ display, 13MP triple cameras, and 5,000mAh battery

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Apr 12, 2022

Infinix has silently unveiled a new smartphone called the Infinix Hot 12i. It is an entry-level smartphone that offers key features such as a large HD+ display, a big battery, and 13-megapixel triple rear cameras. In addition, it sports an attractive design and carries an affordable price tag.

Infinix Hot 12i specifications and features

The Infinix Hot 12i has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel with a waterdrop notch. The screen offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels, 480 nits of brightness, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display notch houses an 8-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.

The rear panel of the device has a fingerprint scanner and a triple camera unit, which is headlined by a 13-megapixel camera with an f/1.8 aperture. The main sensor is coupled with a pair of auxiliary cameras and an LED flash. It carries support for photography features such as super night mode, eye-tracking, 240fps slow-motion video recording, and up to 1080p video recording.

The device carries support for DTS enhancement to improve the sound quality and loudness. It runs on the Android 11 OS, which is overlaid with the XOS 7.6 UI.

The Infinix Hot 12i is powered by the Helio A22 chipset. It comes with 4 GB of RAM, up to 3 GB of extended RAM, and 64 GB of built-in storage. The handset draws power from a 5,000mAh battery that promises up to 34 hours of talk time and 62 days of standby time. It supports 10W charging. The Hot 12i offers connectivity features such as dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, GPS, a microUSB port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Infinix Hot 12i pricing and availability

The Infinix Hot 12i comes in two options such as 2 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 3 GB RAM + 64 GB storage. They are priced at 61,800 Naira (~$149) and 67,000 Naira (~$161), respectively. It comes in four colors such as Racing Black, Horizon Blue, Haze Green, and Champagne Gold.

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Realme Q5 series to debut on April 20 in China

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Apr 12, 2022

Recent reports have claimed that Realme is planning to launch the Realme Q5 series of smartphones in China. Today, the company confirmed that it will be holding a launch event at 2 pm (local time) on April 20 to announce the Realme Q5 lineup.

While there is no official confirmation yet, Realme is expected to announce two models, namely the Realme Q5 and Realme Q5 Pro. The company is expected to confirm the names of the Realme Q5 models in the next few days before the launch. A couple of new Realme phones such as RMX3372, RMX3574, RMX3571, and RMX3575/6 have been certified by the TENAA authority of China recently.

It appears that the RMX3372 device may debut as the Realme Q5 Pro in the home market. The device is equipped with a 6.62-inch AMOLED screen that offers an FHD+ resolution. It has a 16-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple rear cameras.

The device is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset. It may come with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, and a microSD card slot for additional storage. It is expected to arrive in three colors such as Mirror Black, Dream Blue, and Super Orange.

It is likely that the RMX3574 handset may arrive in the home market with the Realme Q5 or Q5i name. It has a 6.58-inch IPS FHD+ display, an 8-megapixel front camera, a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system, a 2.4GHz octa-core processor, 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of built-in storage, and a 5,000mAh battery.

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Honor Play 6T Pro goes on sale in China; price starts at 1,399 yuan ($220)

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Apr 12, 2022

A few days ago, Honor announced its new Play-series smartphones — Honor Play 6T and Honor Play 6T Pro. Today, the company has officially started selling the Play 6T Pro smartphones in the Chinese market.

The base model of the Honor Play 6T Pro with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage is priced at 1,399 yuan (~$220) while the model with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage costs 1,599 yuan which is about $251. It is being offered in three color options — Titanium Silver, Midnight Black, and Rose Gold.

As for the specifications, the smartphone features a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display that offers 1080 x 2388 pixels screen resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a 93.6 percent screen-to-body ratio. Under the hood, the device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor and packs up to 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage.

In the camera department, the phone features a dual-camera setup on the back that includes a 48-megapixel AI primary sensor which uses a 1/2-inch outsole and has a single pixel size of 0.8um, and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. On the front side, the device has an 8-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

It runs the Android 11 operating system out of the box with the company’s own Magic UI 5.0 custom user interface on top. The device is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 40W super-fast charging.

There’s also an Honor Play 6T smartphone that has a starting price of 1,199 yuan (~$188) which will be available for purchase in China from 15th April.

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Apple to reportedly launch two new Mac products at WWDC 2022

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Apr 12, 2022

Apple has already confirmed that the company will kick off its annual developer conference WWDC 2022 on 6th June where the company will introduce several new technologies and features it has planned for its devices.

The company has already launched a few hardware products this year, including the all-new Mac Studio and Studio Display. Now, if the reports are to be believed, then the Cupertino-based tech giant is gearing up to launch a few more products at WWDC.

As per the new report from Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, Apple is set to introduce two new Mac products at WWDC 2022 in June this year. This is in line with his previous reports where he indicated a new product launch sometime in summer this year.

One of the Mac devices launching during WWDC is expected to be the much-talked-about Apple MacBook Air which will come with an updated design and powerful specifications. It is likely to be powered by the new M2 processor as the company has confirmed during the M1 Ultra launch that the M1 family is now complete.

The other device that the company is planning to introduce in June this year could be a redesigned iMac. The 27-inch iMac is expected to come with a design similar to the M1-powered 24-inch iMac, with white bezels and multiple color options to choose from.

Apart from these two products, the company is also expected to launch some more products towards the end of the year, including the new Mac Mini and a new MacBook Pro that will replace the current 13-inch MacBook Pro.

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Realme announces its 2022 Global Photography Contest with $10,000 in cash prizes

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Apr 11, 2022

Chinese smartphone brand Realme has announced its Global Photography Contest 2022 with winners rewarded with realme giveaways and a $10,000 pool. The theme of the contest is “Capture the Light.” and will showcase realme users’ photography skills. The prizes on offer include the realme GT 2 Pro, realme Buds Air 3, and cash prizes.

Inspired by realme’s “Dare To Leap” philosophy, the 2022 realme Global Photography Contest encourages photo enthusiasts to showcase their environment through the lenses of realme phones. There are four categories namely: Street, Portrait, Landscapes, and Creative. Fifteen winners will be selected by the panel after a rigorous screening process. The 2022 realme Global Photography Contest has three Grand Prizes, four Theme Awards, and eight Excellence Awards.

All winners will be issued an e-certificate, while the winning photos will be displayed on realme’s social media channels and official events. Winners will also be designated as realme’s associated photographers and resource persons during 2022.

Submissions for the contest have begun on March 31 and will extend to June 18. Judging and Selection are from June 19 to June 27. The process will culminate in the announcement of winners on July 5.

The 1st Place winner gets $5,000 + realme GT 2 Pro. The 2nd Place winner gets $3,000 + realme GT 2 Pro. The 3rd Place winner will get $2,000 + realme GT 2 Pro.

The four Theme Award winners will get the realme GT 2 Pro +realme Buds Air 3, while the eight Excellence Award winners will get the realme GT 2 Pro.

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20 Jitendra electric scooters burst into flames while in transit in India

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Apr 11, 2022

The summer season in India has seen a raft of fire incidents relating to electric scooters in the country. Some of these fire incidents have been fatal and it calls for a comprehensive investigation of the root causes. Another fire incident involving electric scooters has been reported in India. A total of 20 out of 40 Jitendra EV scooters inside a container were engulfed in fire on April 9, as reported by the company. Fortunately, no casualties were reported and the fire was quickly put out, according to Jitendra EV.

The electric scooters were in the upper carriage of the container and were being transported away from the factory when the fire incident broke out. The remaining 20 scooters in the container were not affected by the fire. Jitendra EV in a statement said it has launched an investigation into the fire incident to ascertain the cause of the fire. Jitendra EV continues to harp on safety as its key plank, stressing that it will come up with its findings in the coming days.

The increased incidence of e-scooter fires is not unconnected with the battery packs of these scooters in combination with the increased temperatures across the country during summer. Although a detailed report is being expected from the manufacturer, there is a need to continue to explore improvements to the overall safety of electric scooters in the subcontinent. While these fire incidents could be seen as teething problems, it is key that the issue is resolved quickly.

The Indian two-wheeler EV market is growing rapidly amidst several layers of government incentives. It is therefore important to sustain customer confidence in the safety of electric scooters sold in the country, especially fires due to battery issues. If the situation is not nipped in the bud, it is capable of stalling the growth and demand for Indian-manufactured electric scooters.

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Black Shark 5 Pro vs Black Shark 5 vs Black Shark 5 RS: Specs Comparison

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Apr 11, 2022

Xiaomi just launched its new gaming phone lineup: the Black Shark 5 series. This year, the new lineup is composed of three phones: Black Shark 5, Black Shark 5 Pro, and Black Shark 5 RS. The only gaming smartphone manufacturer which launched three variants in the same series is ASUS in 2021 and these phones are giving more choices in 2022 if compared to other gaming phone manufacturers such as Nubia and Lenovo. This comparison will show you the difference between the specifications of these three variants.

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

	Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro	Xiaomi Black Shark 5	Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	163.9 x 76.5 x 9.5 mm, 220 grams	163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm, 218 grams	163.7 x 76.2 x 9.9 mm, 220 g
DISPLAY	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), OLED	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2460p (Full HD+), AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, octa-core 3.0 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, octa-core 3.2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, octa-core 2.84 GHz or Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+, octa-core 3 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 16 GB RAM, 512 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 12, Joy UI	Android 12, Joy UI	Android 12, Joy UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 108 + 13 + 5 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 16 MP front camera	Triple 64 + 13 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 16 MP front camera	Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 20 MP front camera
BATTERY	4650 mAh, fast charging 120W	4650 mAh, fast charging 120W	4500 mAh, fast charging 120W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

With the exception of the color options, the Black Shark 5 and the Black Shark 5 Pro come with the same design. And it is a more elegant design if compared to the RS variant, more suitable for those who want a more sober phone. On the other hand, the Black Shark 5 RS is more unique with its horizontal camera module, especially in that yellow color variant. All of these phones are pretty thick and heavy, so they are not your deal if you are looking for a good phone to use with one hand or to keep in a pocket. All of them come with physical pop-up gaming triggers, very useful during gaming sessions in the most competitive games.

Display

The Black Shark 5 Pro comes with a superior display: it is an AMOLED panel with one billion colors, a diagonal of 6.67 inches, a 144 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10+ certification, and a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The other two phones have the same specifications with the exception of the number of colors they are able to show: up to 16 million. Despite sporting AMOLED panels, all of these models come with side-mounted fingerprint readers instead of in-display sensors. They also pack good stereo speakers, but they lack the 3.5 mm audio jack for earphones.

Specs & Software

The Black Shark 5 Pro is the most powerful variant of the trio because it is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 mobile platform by Qualcomm. The Qualcomm flagship SoC is paired with up to 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage composed of UFS 3.1 storage and an additional NVMe SSD. You get the SSD on the Black Shark 5 RS as well, but it comes with weaker mobile platforms: either the Snapdragon 888 or the Snapdragon 888 Plus, paired with up to 12 GB of RAM. The vanilla Black Shark 5 is even less powerful with its Snapdragon 870 and a maximum of 12 GB of RAM; it does not come with an SSD. All of these phones run Android 12 customized by Joy UI 13.

Camera

If you are looking for a high-end camera phone, then you should not opt for these gaming devices. The best of the trio remains a midrange camera phone, nothing more. The Black Shark 5 Pro wins thanks to its 108 MP main camera, while the vanilla version and the RS variants come with an inferior 64 MP camera. The vanilla version beats the RS variant thanks to a better 13 MP ultrawide sensor.

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Battery

The Black Shark 5 Pro and the Black Shark 5 are equipped with a bigger 4650 mAh battery, so their battery life will be higher. The whole trio comes with 120W fast charging filling the battery in 15 minutes or less.

Price

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS starts from €470/$512, the vanilla version begins at €500/$544, and the Pro retails for €600/$653 in its base variant. Which one would you pick?

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro

PRO

One billion colors display
Better chipset
108 MP camera
Big battery
SSD

CONS

Price

Xiaomi Black Shark 5

PRO

Big battery
Good price
Same design as the Pro

CONS

Inferior chipset

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

PRO

Unique design
Better chipset than the vanilla version
SSD

CONS

Smaller battery
Inferior ultrawide camera

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Apart from these devices, Oppo recently released ColorOS 12 updates for the Oppo K7, Reno3 Pro 5G, Reno3 Vitality Edition, and Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition in China.

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