Redmi 10 vs Redmi 10A vs Redmi 10C: Specs Comparison

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Apr 8, 2022

The Redmi 10 came back in 2022 in a new version for the Indian market. The Indian version of the Redmi 10 is very different from the model launched last year and it brings a new processor to the market, as well as a bigger battery. Besides this device, the Chinese giant also came up with two other variants from the same series: the Redmi 10A and the Redmi 10C. For a lot of users, it is hard to understand which of these devices is the best and which one provides the highest value for money. We decided to publish this comparison between the specifications of the Redmi 10, the Redmi 10A, and the Redmi 10C in order to highlight the differences between these three handsets and help you to find out which one is the best choice.

Xiaomi Redmi 10 vs Xiaomi Redmi 10A vs Xiaomi Redmi 10C

	Xiaomi Redmi 10	Xiaomi Redmi 10A	Xiaomi Redmi 10C
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	169.6 x 76.6 x 9.1 mm, 203 grams	164.9 x 77 x 9 mm, 194 grams	169.6 x 76.6 x 8.3 mm, 190 grams
DISPLAY	6.7 inches, 720 x 1650p (HD+), LCD	6.53 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), 270 ppi, IPS LCD	6.71 inches, 720 x 1650p (HD+), 270 ppi, IPS PLS
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, octa-core 2.4 GHz	Mediatek Helio G25, octa-core 2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, MIUI	Android 11, MIUI	Android 11, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS
CAMERA	Dual 50 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 5 MP f/2.0 front camera	Single 13 MP 5 MP front camera	Dual 50 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 5 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	6000 mAh, fast charging 18W	5000 mAh	5000 mAh, fast charging 19W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot

Design

It is impossible to distinguish the design of the Redmi 10 and the one of the Redmi 10C: they look like the same handset because they come with the same camera module and the same display with a waterdrop notch. The Redmi 10C wins the design comparison because it is thinner and lighter than the vanilla version and even than the Redmi 10A. Given that it comes with just one single sensor on the rear side, the 10A has a smaller camera module, which is why you can distinguish it from the other two. Further, it is a more compact phone because it packs a smaller display. All of these phones are entirely made of polycarbonate with the exception of the front glass, but the Redmi 10 is protected by Gorilla Glass 3, the strongest protection by Corning in this trio.

Display

The display quality of these three handsets is exactly the same because they have the same display specifications. We are talking about three IPS LCD panels with HD+ resolutions of 720p. However, you should note that the Redmi 10 and the 10C come with a wider panel, thanks to a 6.7-inch diagonal. All have a waterdrop notch and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. Their refresh rate is standard and there is no additional technology to improve the image quality, so do not expect a great color reproduction. Even the level of detail provided by these displays is not impressive. They are sufficient panels, but nothing more.

Hardware/Software

The Redmi 10 and the 10C come with stronger hardware: they are powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset paired with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage. The Redmi 10A has an inferior MediaTek Helio G25 chipset and just 4 GB of RAM. The Redmi 10 and the Redmi 10C run a more recent version of Xiaomi’s customization: the MIUI 13, even though it is still based on Android 11. With the Redmi 10A, you get the older MIUI 12.5.

Camera

The Redmi 10 and the 10C also pack better cameras: on the rear side, they sport a 50 MP main sensor and an additional 2 MP depth sensor, while the Redmi 10A sports a single and disappointing 13 MP camera like the one you could find on the Redmi 4A several years ago.

Battery

The Redmi 10 wins the battery comparison because it packs a bigger 6000 mAh battery with stunning battery life. The Redmi 10C and the 10A still come with big batteries, but they stop at 5000 mAh.

Xiaomi Redmi 10 vs Xiaomi Redmi 10A vs Xiaomi Redmi 10C: Price

The starting price of the Redmi 10 (Rs. 10,999) roughly translates into €130 at the actual change, the Redmi 10A starts from €90/$98, and the 10C sits in the middle in its base variant. The Redmi 10 wins the comparison thanks to a bigger battery.

Read More: Redmi Note 10 vs Note 10 Pro vs Note 10 Pro Max: Specs Comparison

Xiaomi Redmi 10 vs Xiaomi Redmi 10A vs Xiaomi Redmi 10C: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 10

PROS

Snapdragon 680 chipset
50 MP camera
6000 mAh battery
Fast charging

CONS

Price

Xiaomi Redmi 10A

PROS

More affordable
More compact

CONS

Inferior camera
Lower-end chipset
No fast charging

Xiaomi Redmi 10C

PROS

50 MP camera
Snapdragon 680 chipset
Wider display
Fast charging

CONS

Dimensions

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Mivi launches the Fort S60 & Fort S100 Soundbars in India starting at Rs. 3,499 ($46)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 8, 2022

Mivi Fort S60 and Mivi Fort S100 Soundbars have been launched in India which is a milestone in the country. The two models are India’s first wholly manufactured soundbars engineered for the Indian market. Mivi is excited about this milestone and says that its engineers and research team spent months capturing the Indian consumer’s unique musical tastes and preferences. The Fort S60 and S100, are the culmination of the efforts to exceed consumer expectations while deploying local technology and components.

The Fort S60 and Fort S100 soundbars are produced in Mivi’s Hyderabad manufacturing facility. Both models are wall-mounted, sleek, slim, and will accentuate the elegance of the room. Several input modes are available for the two soundbars including Bluetooth, USB, AUX, and coaxial. The models assure users of enjoying a rewarding audio experience while watching their favorite TV programs or listening to audio content via other inputs.

The 2.2 channel system produces a balanced output with strong bass. Users can also remotely control the soundbars using the accompanying remote control. There are three sound modes in the two models namely music, movies, and news. These modes are tailored to provide top-notch audio in all instances.

The Mivi Fort S60 and Mivi Fort S100 Soundbars come in a single black color and they are priced at Rs. 3,499 (~$46) and Rs. 4,999 (~$66) respectively and can be gotten via the Mivi website. Flipkart is however offering the Mivi Fort S60 for Rs. 2,999 (~$40). Mivi is offering a 1-year warranty on both products.

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Bounce Infinity E1 deliveries start from April 18 as the production begins

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 8, 2022

In December 2021, Bounce announced the country’s first electric scooter with swappable batteries on the market. Initially, the Bounce Infinity E1 was up for pre-booking and later the electric scooter was made available for test rides. Now, finally, the delivery date for the scooter is out.

The Bounce Infinity E1 deliveries will start from April 18 in the country. The company has begun production in full swing to fulfill all the orders. The production is currently happening in Rajasthan’s Bhiwadi plant.

The electric scooter with the battery is priced at Rs. 68,999 and for scooters-only, it is priced at Rs. 45,099.

The Infinity E1 is also the company’s first electric scooter and it has plenty of features on its sleeves. The EV is claimed to offer an 85km range on a single charge. The top speed of the electric scooter is 65kmph. It has a 1.5kW motor (83Nm) and a 2kWhr 48V battery pack. It has an IP67 rating and 12-inch wheels.

Bounce is also apparently one of the first to offer battery as a service option. Thanks to this batteries can be swapped and serviced making it convenient for the customers. Also with this, users don’t have to worry about battery health in the long term.

Speaking of range, the electric scooter has three modes namely Drag Mode, Power Mode, and Eco Mode. Users can set the scooter’s mode depending on the distance and speed.

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Yadea KS3 Lite electric scooter features a cool design & is affordable

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 8, 2022

In November last year, Yadea launched the low-cost KS3 electric scooter designed to ease users’ urban commute without ripping a hole in their pockets. The Chinese company has now unveiled an even cheaper version. The Yadea KS3 Lite urban electric scooter, as it is called, is a low-cost, urban scooter designed for city commutes. Its lightweight design also adds to its desirability in the market. Buyers of the KS3 Lite are could enjoy up to $76 discounts when purchasing the model via Amazon.

As its name indicates, the Yadea KS3 Lite urban e-scooter is lightweight and easily foldable, weighing about 14kg. It is an entry-level model but has the added advantage of the Yadea touch of excellence, which puts it on a higher pedestal than its competitors. Yadea is the largest e-scooter manufacturer in the world and has a wide array of e-scooters from its production line. Even with its lightweight design, the KS3 Lite can carry payloads up to 100kg, which is quite remarkable.

The Yadea KS3 Lite has a 187Wh battery that offers a range of 20km which is appropriate for short distances only. There is LED lighting, a front brake drum, rear regenerative braking, and connectivity with the accompanying Yadea app.

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The Yadea KS3 Lite is obviously a budget-friendly option compared to the more powerful and larger KS3 and KS3 Pro models. It carries a price tag of $379.99 and comes in two colour options with an accent of pink and yellow on a black frame.

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Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones unveiled in India starting at Rs. 32,900 ($433)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 8, 2022

After its September 2021 release, the Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones have now berthed in India. The Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones have a lightweight design and offer premium comfort and several modes to suit different scenarios. In all the scenarios, its proprietary acoustic quality is guaranteed with deep and clear audio. The QuietComfort 45 headphones are available from Amazon India at an introductory price of Rs. 32,900 (~$433).

The QuietComfort 45 has a battery life spanning 24 hours and can be charged easily via its USB-C port. The TriPort acoustic architecture in the QuietComfort 45 produces high-fidelity audio, while the Volume-optimized Active EQ maintains a balanced output always. The Quiet and Aware Modes in the QuietComfort 45 enable users to either opt for full noise-canceling or have a feel of the surroundings while listening to music or making calls.

The ergonomic design of the Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones makes them suitable for extended use without any discomfort. The plush synthetic leather and impact-resistant nylon are both luxurious and durable. When the device’s wired mode is deployed, substantial savings in battery life is gotten.

The price tag of the Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones could determine the kind of reception the device gets in the subcontinent. The coming weeks will provide an indication of what direction the demand pendulum is swinging to.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in Green color arrives in India

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 8, 2022

A few months back, Samsung launched the Galaxy S22 Ultra in the Indian market. However, the device was only released in three color options namely the Phantom Black, Phantom White, and Burgundy. Today, the brand has released the Green shade of the device in the region.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in Green color is priced at Rs. 1,09,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. The phone is already up for sale in Samsung online & offline stores, Amazon India, and other retail stores in the country.

Those who buy the device company will also get the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 worth Rs. 26,999 for just Rs. 2,999. Existing Galaxy Note, Galaxy S, Z Fold, and Z Flip users are also eligible for an upgrade bonus.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Specifications

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will feature a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with up to a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a Quad-HD+ resolution of 3088 x 1440 pixels and a touch sampling rate of 240Hz. The display on the device doubles up as an in-display fingerprint reader.

As for the optics, it has a 108MP + 12MP (ultra-wide) + 10MP (3x) + 10MP (10x periscope) quad-rear camera system and a 40MP selfie camera lens.

It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and packs a 5,000mAh battery. The phone has 45W wired and 15W wireless fast charging support. Lastly, the phone runs on Android 1 OS and has Samsung One UI 4.1 on top.

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Vivo X Fold high-resolution renders surfaced revealing colors

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 8, 2022

Vivo has scheduled to launch the Vivo X Fold smartphone on April 11 in the home market i.e. China. Ahead of its debut, the tipster Ishan Agarwal(via MySmartPrice) has shared the high-resolution renders of the smartphone.

The Vivo X Fold appears in two of its colors in the render. The device has Black/Grey and Blue color options to choose from. The smartphone’s folding design is visible in the renders and it seems to have a slightly curved outer panel.

The smartphone sports a 6.53-inch outer AMOLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. The display has a punch-hole for housing the selfie camera. When it is unfolded, it has a large 8.03-inch foldable AMOLED panel with a 4:3.5 aspect ratio. It has a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2K resolution. The smartphone’s folding mechanism is backed by an aerospace-grade wing hinge.

It has an oversized camera island at the rear with a 50MP main lens having an F/1.75 aperture. It is accompanied by a 48MP ultra-wide lens, a 12MP portrait camera (47mm focal length), and an 8MP periscope lens with 5x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom support. The device will come with a 16MP front camera for selfies.

The smartphone will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It is expected to have LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 fast storage. The phone was reported to pack a 4,600mAh battery with 66W wired and 50W wireless fast charging support.

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OnePlus Ace to come with Dimensity 8100 and 50MP cameras; Possible Realme GT Neo3 rebadge

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 8, 2022

We have often seen brands under the BBK group launching rebadged models of an original device. For instance, the upcoming OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite’s design appears to be borrowed from the Realme 9 Pro, and the OnePlus’ upcoming foldable phone is said to be nothing but the Oppo Find N rebadge.

Similarly, now a new OnePlus device has come into the news and it could be a rebadged model of the Realme GT Neo3. The phone is apparently called the OnePlus Ace and the company COO Lin Fenshuo is already using it.

On Weibo, Lin Fenshou shared an image on his feed and interestingly, the device he was using was the unreleased OnePlus Ace. Furthermore, the popular tipster WHYLAB has shared a reference image of a smartphone and shared the specs sheet of this device.

As per the tipster, this device carries the model number PGKM10 and judging by the specs, it is a forthcoming mid-range phone. Do note that this device was seen a few weeks back on China’s 3C certification site.

The OnePlus Ace or the PGKM10 device is touted to have a 6.7-inch OLED panel. It could be a punch-hole screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device is said to come powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC. For those unaware, this is a new mid-range chipset which we also see in the recently launched Realme GT Neo3.

As far as optics are concerned, the phone will have a 50MP IMX766 main lens. The details for the rest of the camera sensors haven’t been revealed. For the battery, the device is tipped to house a 4,500mAh cell with a whopping 150W fast charging support.

Apart from this, OnePlus hasn’t explicitly revealed any details of this phone, however, the company was expected to release a Dimensity 8100 phone soon and this could be that device.

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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G goes on sale in India starting at Rs. 41,999(~$553)

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Apr 8, 2022

Last month, Samsung officially launched the Galaxy A73 5G smartphone in the Indian market. The smartphone comes in the upper mid-range segment and offers a 120Hz Infinity-O screen and Snapdragon 778G SoC. Starting today, the phone can be purchased in the country.

The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is priced at Rs. 41,999(~$553) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and Rs. 44,999(~$593) for the 8GB RAM + 256GB stoage. The device can be purchased in Gray, Mint, and White color variants.

Samsung is offering a flat Rs. 3,000(~$40) discount for those who have ICICI and SBI bank cards. It can be purchased from Samsung India’s official website.

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Specifications

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G sports a 6.7-inch Infinity-O display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is a punch-hole panel with Full-HD+ resolution. The display also doubles up as an in-display fingerprint scanner for added security.

The device has a quad-camera system with a 108MP main lens with an f/1.8 aperture, a 12MP ultra-wide lens with an f/2.2 aperture, a 5MP macro sensor, and lastly a 5MP depth unit. Upfront, it has a 32MP selfie shooter.

Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G octa-core SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of internal storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging technology. It has a stereo speaker setup with AKG audio. It also features an IP67 water-resistant rating for surviving water splashes.

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Acer Halts its Business Operations in Russia Amid Current Humanitarian Crisis

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Leo Wong De Quan

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Apr 8, 2022

Acer is a Taiwanese international hardware and electronics corporation, specializing in advanced electronics technology. The company is most well renowned for its laptops internationally, specifically for its Acer Nitro gaming lineup, Acer Swift ultrabook series and Acer Aspire budget lineup.

Over the years, the company has proved to be a strong competitor in the laptop space with its relatively performant laptops at affordable prices and has since expanded globally to regions beyond Asia such as in the United States, Europe, Australia and also Russia.

However, it seems that the brand is halting its operations in one of its key global markets amid the region’s current humanitarian crisis. The region, in particular, is called Russia.

As the situation of the Russian invasion of Ukraine does not seem to be slowing down, Acer recently published a media statement on Twitter stating that the company will be suspending its business operations in Russia. The decision was made in compliance with international trade laws and regulations in mind as several countries and regions have decided to impose sanctions on Russia to denounce the Russian Federation for its foreign special military operations in Ukraine.

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Acer in the statement also mentions that the company is closely following the developments of the war between Russia and Ukraine. The company emphasises that Acer prioritises the safety of its employees, which includes providing assistance to every individual and family affected by the war.

To conclude the statement, Acer extends its warm wishes that peace will be restored as soon as possible. The brand is also working closely with several international agencies and NGOs to provide humanitarian support in the conflict regions.

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Get OnePlus 10 Pro for Discounted Price of $749 at Giztop (Coupon)

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Apr 8, 2022

Giztop is giving a huge discount on the latest OnePlus 10 Pro. The smartphone which retails for $899 is now available at a discounted price of $799 only. Moreover, you can use the coupon code: OP10P50 to get an additional discount of $50. Thus you can buy the OnePlus 10 Pro for as low as $749. The coupon is applicable to both Color OS and Oxygen OS (Global version).

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OnePlus 10 Pro features a 6.7-inch 2K, 120Hz, LTPO 2.0 Fluid AMOLED display. The phone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and comes in multiple memory variants viz. 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.

OnePlus 10 Pro comes with a triple rear camera setup with a 48MP main sensor and 50MP + 8MP secondary sensors. The camera comes with the famous Hasselblad color calibrations that give you natural and accurate tones and film-like image quality right from your phone. For your selfies, you have a 32MP sensor in the front.

Fueled with a 5000mAh battery, the phone supports 80W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, reverse charging, and USB power delivery. Available in Volcanic Black and Emerald Forest color variants, the phone runs on Android 12 based ColorOS 12.1. You also have the option of buying the Global Oxygen OS variant.

Generally retailing for $899, you can now buy the OnePlus 10 Pro at a heavily discounted price of $749 only at Giztop. This price is applicable to the base variant only. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order before the deal expires.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

Honor Choice P10 Electric Scooter with a 25km/h top speed, 35km range launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 8, 2022

Honor yesterday held a launch event which saw the Chinese company unveil the Honor Play6T and Play 6T Pro in China. Apart from the premium smartphones, the company also launched an electric scooter dubbed Honor Choice P10 Electric Scooter. The scooter carries a retail price of 2,299 yuan(~$361) but will be available at a discounted price of 1,999 yuan (~$313) during the first sale.

The Honor Choice P10 Electric Scooter is equipped with a 720W high-horsepower rear-drive motor. It comes with 10-inch tires that not only give it a decent ground clearance but also ensure comfortability. The scooter also features a wireless integrated body, aviation aluminum alloy body, dual braking system, BMS battery guard. The scooter offers three-speed riding modes – energy-saving, standard, and sport mode. The battery can deliver a range of 35 kilometers.

Some of the e-scooter’s selling points include a climbing gradient of 18%, a maximum speed of 25 km/h, larger tires for safer driving, a hidden wiring harness design, stable riding even under 200 pounds, front-wheel mechanical brakes, rear wheel electronics brake, and support for cruise control.

In addition, the scooter utilizes a foldable design which allows for easier storage. There is also app support.

The Honor Choice P10 electric scooter is presently listed on Jingdong (JD.com) and is available in black and white color options.

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Vivo X Fold roundup: specs, price, availability – what to expect

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Sudhanshu

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Apr 8, 2022

The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Vivo has been working on a foldable smartphone for quite some time now. The company has teased that the device will officially be unveiled on April 11, but there have been quite a few leaks so far. So here’s what we can expect from the Vivo X Fold.

Design and display

The official renders of the Vivo X Fold have revealed the phone to have an in-ward folding design like other foldable smartphones available on the market. The front side of the device has a punch-hole screen with a curved edge. The rear shell of the device has a rectangle camera block with a quad-camera unit and an LED flash inside it.

The right edge of the Vivo X Fold has a button that looks like an alert slide. The other edge of the device has a volume rocker and a power key. Opening the device reveals its massive foldable screen with a punch-hole design.

A recent promotion material leak confirmed that the foldable phone features an 8-inch 2K LTPO 3.0 internal folding screen with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. There is also a 6.53-inch Full HD+ outer display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Cameras

In the camera department, the Vivo X Fold will feature a quad-camera setup on the back with Zeiss lens and T* coating. There’s a 50-megapixel Samsung GN5 primary camera sensor, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, a 12-megapixel portrait lens, and a 5-megapixel periscope lens.

Performance

Under the hood, the device is revealed to house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset clocked at up to 3GHz. It has a base frequency of 1.78GHz. The chipset is coupled with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 internal storage. It is expected to have up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

It runs the Android 12 operating system with the company’s own custom UI on top. The phone packs a 4,600mAh battery and comes with 66W fast charging support and 50W wireless charging.

Pricing and availability

So far, no details about the pricing of the device have surfaced as of yet. The Vivo X Fold is expected to be available in three color options — Blue, Crimson, and Orange. The device is set officially launch on April 11.

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Upcoming Smartphones: vivo X Fold, OPPO F21 Pro series, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 8, 2022

There are going to be 4 smartphone launches next week. All of them will be by separate brands in different markets. The biggest event of all will be hosted by vivo in its home country China. The company will be unveiling its first-ever foldable, phablet, and tablet.

Another notable conference will be by OPPO in India. The firm will be debuting new models in its mid-range F series lineup. Further, iQOO will be introducing a flagship-killer-like phone and REDMAGIC will be announcing one of its latest gaming smartphones for international markets.

Without any further ado, let’s take a look at these handsets one by one.

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1. vivo X Fold and vivo X Note

Consumer tech brand vivo will be holding its biggest launch event of 2022 in China on April 11. The conference will begin at 7:30 PM CST. Interested readers can stream the event on Weibo and other popular Chinese video platforms.

The firm has confirmed to debut three products at this event. They are vivo X Fold, vivo X Note, and vivo Pad. With these devices, vivo will be entering foldable, phablet, and tablet categories respectively.

All of them will be premium offerings. You can learn more about them by clicking on their names below.

2. REDMAGIC 7 Pro

REDMAGIC 7 Pro

REDMAGIC has scheduled to launch the REDMAGIC 7 Pro for international markets on April 12. The handset will be announced at 7 AM EST. However, we are not sure if the company has planned a live stream.

The REDMAGIC 7 Pro is the first gaming smartphone with an under-display camera. The device also features a dedicated chip called Red Core 1 to enhance the gaming experience.

The regular features of the phone include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, liquid cooling system, RGB cooling fan, 165Hz OLED display, 165W fast charging, and more. Apart from two color variants, the handset also comes in a transparent edition.

3. OPPO F21 Pro Series

OPPO will be debuting the OPPO F21 Pro series at a virtual conference on April 12 in India. The event will kickstart at 5 PM IST. Readers will be able to live stream it on the brand’s official YouTube channel.

The company is expected to announce two devices, namely OPPO F21 Pro and OPPO F21 Pro 5G. They are said to be a rebranded OPPO Reno7 4G and a tweaked OPPO A96 5G respectively. The phones will offer a unique design, lower mid-range chipsets, a notification LED ring, and more. You can learn more about them here.

The aforementioned mid-range smartphones will be also accompanied by a pair of truly wireless earphones called OPPO Enco Air2 Pro.

4. iQOO Neo6

The iQOO Neo6 will be presented at an event in China on April 13. Interested readers can live stream the conference starting from 7:30 PM CST on Weibo or other popular Chinese video streaming platforms.

According to teasers and leaks, the iQOO Neo6 will be an upper mid-range smartphone. It will arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, Android 12, and a 120Hz FHD+ display.

The handset is said to sport a 64MP (wide, OIS) + 12MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (depth) triple camera system, a 16 MP selfie camera, and a 4,700mAh battery with 80W fast charging support.

Xiaomi 12 Ultra alleged official poster reveals launch date

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Apr 8, 2022

It was expected that the Xiaomi 12 Ultra would be launched alongside the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, and Xiaomi 12 Pro in China with the launch event for the three held back in December 2021. When that did not happen, the release date was unofficially set for March given the Mi 11 Ultra was made available during the same time. But an alleged poster now shows that the Xiaomi 12 Ultra could be launched on May 10th.

Shared by Ben Geskin on Twitter, the alleged poster only mentions the name of the device, its launch date, and that it will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ processor. While the thing does look quite convincing, it isn’t clear if it’s the real deal or not. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ is an unannounced chip, so its appearance on a poster looks far-fetched.

But even if false, all fingers do seem to be pointing toward a May launch for the device. A new report that cited reliable tipster Mukul Sharma as the source revealed the month when it will be made official.

Recent reports have revealed that the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will be equipped with a 6.73-inch E5 AMOLED display, which uses LTPO 2.0 technology. It is expected to carry support for 10-bit colors and has a 120Hz refresh rate.

According to Digital Chat Station, the flagship phone will continue to use ceramic for its rear and will be sold in at least white and black color options.

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Upcoming HUAWEI Mate 50 series could ship with HarmonyOS 3.0

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Apr 8, 2022

HUAWEI’s next big operating system update has been tipped to land sometime in July by Wangzai Knows Everything on Weibo. Called HarmonyOS 3.0, the update is currently under its Developer Preview phase with builds being released regularly.

HarmonyOS 3.0 beta rollouts were originally scheduled for March with stable releases following in July but a report from a few days back indicated that the launch may be delayed. However, it now looks that the stable version of the update will in fact be released per schedule.

If the news holds true, then we may likely see the HUAWEI Mate 50 series, that’s scheduled to launch also in July, boot into HarmonyOS 3.0 right out of the box. The phone will be sold in two variants — one with the Snapdragon 888 4G chip and the other with the Kirin 9000 4G chip — yep, no 5G once again owing to the US ban.

At the end of 2021, it was reported that more than 220 million devices have been equipped with Huawei’s HarmonyOS operating system, and over a hundred HUAWEI mobile phones will be eligible for the upcoming version.

Huawei’s Hongmeng Zhilian has already acquired 2,000 partners meaning we should be seeing even more devices supporting the HarmonyOS hardware ecosystem and deeper integration with the world of IoT.

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Moto G82 5G picks up FCC and SIRIM certifications, could launch soon

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Sudhanshu

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Apr 8, 2022

Earlier today, Motorola launched the Moto G22 smartphone featuring a MediaTek Helio G37 SoC in India. So far, reports have suggested that the company is also planning to soon launch multiple new devices in India and the global market.

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Now, a new MySmartPrice report states that the upcoming Moto G82 5G smartphone has been spotted on SIRIM in Malaysia and FCC certification. The device was previously spotted on TDRA, Geekbench, EEC, and Wi-Fi Alliance databases with XT2225-1 and XT2225-2 model numbers.

Motorola Moto G71 5G Featured A — Motorola Moto G71 5G

The XT2225-1 model number has now been spotted on SIRIM website confirming the Moto G82 5G moniker. With the same model, the phone has been spotted on FCC as well. The FCC website reveals the phone’s dual SIM support, support for NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, and 5G.

The device has also made an appearance on UL Demko and TUV websites with the same model number. These listings have revealed that the device has a 5,000mAh battery and 33W fast charging capabilities.

Apart from that, previous listings have so far revealed that the 5G smartphone will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset under the hood. The chip will be paired with up to 8GB of RAM and the device will run Android 12 out of the box.

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STORM2 Slim Review – 20000mAh Cyberpunk Power Bank

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Paco Zheng

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Apr 8, 2022

If you are interested in charging devices like chargers or Power Bank, you must know the brand called Shargeek. And there’s a chance you might have heard of their famous STORM 2 power bank. Its unique look is really rare and is a very popular design style among geeks.

Now, we have got our hands on another version of the STORM2: the STORM2 Slim.

The STORM2 Slim box is really, really simple, with colorful lettering on a black background. Open the box. You can see there is no charging cable. The only accessories are a woven bag and a manual. So if you want to enjoy the fastest charging speed for a variety of devices, then you must bring your own high-spec charging cable.

Like STORM2, the biggest selling point of STORM2 Slim is definitely the design of the transparent shell. The transparent shell allows you to see the internal circuit boards and electronic components. I need to tell you that it is not a decoration, but a real working circuit board. The four purple columns are four 21700 lithium batteries, this type of battery and Tesla’s car battery is the same.

The advantage of this battery is the best balance between size and capacity. Geeks must love the design, and even non-geeks will think that the Power Bank is very high-tech. The small screen from STORM2 is of course retained in the Slim version. Next to the screen are buttons to operate it.

Why is the STORM2 Slim smaller than the STORM2? The answer lies in its front. You can see that it lacks a Type C port and a DC port, and the number of batteries is cut in half. This is the price of the smaller size. However, considering that most people do not use the DC port, reducing the size should be a change that the public would prefer. While the transparent shell is very nice to look at, it is also very easy to scratch. So you can see that Shargeek gave a woven bag, and the Power Bank wrapped tightly. It is to prevent you from accidentally scratching it. Anyway, this is the only one with such a cool cyberpunk style Power Bank, and I believe you will be hard-pressed to find a better-looking Power Bank.

Let’s talk about this little screen. It shows everything about the Power Bank. For example, charging power, voltage and current, remaining current, and even battery pack and circuit board temperature. Because it is equipped with the same Energy Storage Management OS as STORM2, you can make more detailed settings for its screen. This small screen is the equivalent of a Voltage Current Tester embedded in a Power Bank. This has the advantage that if you are like me, you are very concerned about whether the device is charging at maximum power. Then this Power Bank is just right for you. After all, if it’s not charging at maximum power, then there’s no point in me buying such a high-powered Power Bank.

Geeks won’t buy it if it just looks good but doesn’t work well. That’s why Shargeek has equipped the Power Bank with a 72Wh battery pack, which is equivalent to 20,000mAh. Because its capacity is below the maximum capacity limit that most airlines allow on board, you can take it on the plane without any problems. It has two charging ports with a maximum output of 130w at the same time, and a single port can also output up to 100w. The input power is also capable of reaching about 65w. Charging compatibility performance is also very good. The USB-A port supports all protocols except PD protocol, QC 4.0 and VOOC DASH protocol. And the USB-C port supports QC 5, PD 3.0 and PPS protocols. PDO has five fixed sets of levels covering 5 to 20 volts. The two port protocols add up to cover the full range of protocols. So don’t worry about your device not being able to fast charge, there is always a protocol that can Handshake with your device.

We tested the devices we have.

Charging the Xiaomi 12 Pro supports up to 20w
Mi 11 Ultra supports up to 28w
Redmi K50 Gaming Edition up to 42w
Redmi Note 10 Pro China version supports up to 15w
iPhone 11 supports up to 8w
OPPO Find X5 Pro up to 17w
HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro up to 11w
OPPO Pad supports up to 13w
Lenovo Legion Y700 Gaming Tablet supports up to 15w
Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 up to 16w
The Nintendo Switch supports up to 8w at 90% power, and can activate TV mode.

So why would we buy such an expensive Power Bank. If only for the high power or compatibility, there are many cheaper Power Banks on the market to choose from. The only reason you choose STORM2 Slim, is its beautiful appearance. As you can see from the name of the brand Shargeek, they wanted to make something that geeks would like. And they did.

WHERE TO BUY

Preorder Sharkgeek STORM2 Slim @ Indiegogo

Huawei Mate X3 tipped to launch this month with outward folding design

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 8, 2022

Huawei is working on a new foldable phone, which is likely to be called the Huawei Mate X3. A couple of Chinese leakers and tipster Teme have claimed that the Mate X3 will debut in the second half of this month (April) in China. Fresh information reveals that the foldable phone may arrive in multiple CPU variants.

Previous reports have claimed that the Huawei Mate X3 will be powered by the Kirin 9000 4G chipset. However, Chinese tipster Wangzai has claimed that the Mate X3 will also come in a Snapdragon 888 4G edition.

While a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 edition of the Mate X3 has been tipped, it is unclear whether it will be announced. Some leaks have claimed that the foldable device may arrive with an outward folding design like the origin Huawei Mate X foldable phone. So far, reports have revealed that the Mate X3 will be equipped with Harmony OS 2.0.1 and a 4,500mAh battery that supports 66W fast charging.

The Mate X3 is expected to carry support for a 120Hz refresh rate and arrive with an improved hinge design. It is likely to arrive with a new spectrum camera system. The Mate X3 name is yet to be confirmed. Hence, there is a possibility that Huawei’s next flagship phone which is expected to launch this month may carry a different moniker.

In related news, Huawei is said to be working on the Mate 50 series of flagship phones. According to tipster Wangzai, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 4G will be first seen on the upcoming Mate series smartphone. However, he did not share any information on the Mate 50 lineup.

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How to activate eSIM on iPhone 13?

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Simranpal Singh

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Apr 8, 2022

With smartphones advancing in features at a tremendous pace every year, manufacturers are in the pursuit to make components smaller and more efficient. One such change is in the SIM card technology with the introduction of the latest eSIM technology. It is an evolved form of our traditional SIM aka Subscriber Identity Module. As you would expect, one of the advantages is that it requires less physical phone space. A number of smartphones and smart gadgets come with eSIMs, including the latest iPhone 13 series.

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In this article, we’ll show you how to use Dual SIM on iPhone 13 after activating the eSIM service.

For the unversed, an eSIM is a virtual SIM that allows you to activate a cellular plan from a carrier without the need for a physical SIM. With the latest iPhone 13 Series, Apple allows users to use Dual SIM with either two active eSIMs or a nano-SIM and an eSIM. While iPhone 12 Series, iPhone 11 Series, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR, feature dual SIM with a nano-SIM and an eSIM.

Once enabled, the dual-sim can be very useful as you can use one number for business and another number for personal calls, add a local data plan when you travel outside the country without the need to switch SIM card modules, and last but not the least, subscribe for two separate voice and data plans.

Steps to enable cellular plan with eSIM

On iPhone 13 series you can use two eSIMs for two or more cellular plans (only two active at a time) or a physical nano-SIM for a cellular plan and an eSIM for one or more other cellular plans.

Manual Way – Add a new eSIM on iPhone 13

You may manually enter your plan information to activate a new eSIM.

To enter your plan information manually, follow these steps:

Head over to Settings.
Tap the option for Cellular or Mobile Data.
Then, tap Add Cellular Plan option.
Finally, tap Enter Details Manually, at the bottom of your iPhone 13 display.

As mentioned earlier, you may store multiple eSIMs in your iPhone, but you can only use one at a time. But if you have multiple eSIMs entered on your phone, you can easily switch between two or more eSIMs.

For that:

Tap Settings.
Tap either Cellular or Mobile Data.
And then tap the plan you want to use.
Finally, tap Turn On This Line.

Label for easy identification

Once the second plan is activated, label your plans for easy identification. For instance, you may label one plan a Personal/Home and the other plan Business or any custom labels.

You’ll use these labels when you choose which phone number to use for making or receiving calls and messages, to designate a number for cellular data, and to assign a number to your contacts.

Labels are changeable and in the future, if you need to change the assigned labels, then you can go to Settings, tap either Cellular or Mobile Data, and then tap the number whose label you want to change. Then tap Cellular Plan Label and select a new label or enter a custom label.

Another thing you can do is to select a number to use as default when you call or push a text message to anyone, not in your Contacts. With iOS 13 or later, you can also select which cellular plans you want to use for iMessage and FaceTime. Fortunately, iOS 13 and later OSes allow you to choose either or both numbers.

On this screen, choose a number to be your default, or you can choose which number is to be used only for cellular data. Your other number will be your default. Allow Cellular Data Switching option enables your iPhone 13 to use cellular data from both plans, depending on coverage and availability.

We’d recommend you to turn it on!

So this is pretty much how you can use Dual SIMs on iPhones. Apple has been reluctant to provide Dual SIM slots for ages and thanks to the introduction of eSIMs, the latest Apple iPhone users can enjoy having two SIMs at a time.

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Steps to enable cellular plan with eSIM

Manual Way – Add a new eSIM on iPhone 13

Label for easy identification

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