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

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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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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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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.

Moto G82 5G certifications

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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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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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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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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.

Must See: Strong iPhone 13 sales helped Apple beat Xiaomi in Vietnam in Q4 2021

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.

Related: Strong iPhone 13 sales helped Apple beat Xiaomi in Vietnam in Q4 2021

Motorola Edge S30 gets treated to MYUI 3.0 based on Android 12

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Apr 8, 2022

Motorola today announced that the Moto Edge S30 is now receiving the MYUI/My UX 3.0 update based on Android 12.

The complete official changelog for the update has been given below (via IT Home).

Brand new Android 12 interface, smoother system experience
Ready for the latest experience, support as PC camera, fast file transfer, mobile network sharing
New desktop drop-down control center, more choices
The application is multi-open and fully covered, and some applications may have adaptation problems, which are gradually optimized

My UX is very much like the software that the Google Pixels run but there are a few tweaks here and there. Unlike skins like One UI and MIUI, the skin strictly adheres to Material You guidelines so you’ll be getting a very pure Android experience, quite like how Google intends it to be.

It is important to note here that after installing this update, users will not be able to downgrade to previous software versions. The update instructions show that the installation process can take up to 30 minutes, although the phone can be used normally for much of the duration. After the installation is complete, you will be prompted to restart, and the system upgrade will be completed thereafter.

The Motorola Edge S30 was released in December last year and is equipped with a Snapdragon 888 Plus processor. It uses a 6.8-inch LCD screen with an FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The battery is sized 5000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

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OnePlus Fold foldable phone could be in works, likely to be rebranded OPPO Find N

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Apr 8, 2022

OnePlus is reportedly working on a foldable phone. A fresh report by Pricebaba that cites tipster Yogesh Brar as the source has revealed key information about the company’s first foldable phone.

The report does not have any information on the specifications of the OnePlus Fold. However, the tipster has revealed that it will be a copy of the OPPO Find N, which is exclusively available in China. Hence, there is a possibility that the Find N may get rebranded as the OnePlus Fold in the global markets.

OPPO Find N / OnePlus Fold specifications (rumored)

The OnePlus foldable phone may come with a 7.1-inch foldable AMOLED LTPO panel that offers a 1792 x 1920 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It may feature a 5.49-inch AMOLED cover display with Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The device may run on Android 12 OS and ColorOS 12.

The foldable phone may feature a 32-megapixel cover camera and a 32-megapixel camera on the inner screen. The rear camera setup of the device may comprise of an OIS-ready 50-megapixel primary camera, a 13-megapixel telephoto camera, and a 16-megapixel ultrawide shooter.

The Snapdragon 888 chipset is present under the hood of the OnePlus Fold. It may come with a 4,500mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging, 15W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. It may come with other features like Android 12 OS and a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

In related news, the tipster revealed that OPPO will soon launch the OPPO K10 Pro smartphone for China. He added that this device may get rebranded as a OnePlus device. It may come with specs like a punch-hole display, a 16-megapixel front camera, a 50-megapixel (Sony IMX766) + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit, Snapdragon 888, and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support.

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HUAWEI nova 10 series could launch with 5G-enabling case in June

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Apr 8, 2022

The HUAWEI nova 10 series is scheduled to tentatively release sometime in June and will continue to miss 5G capabilities, tipster Factory Director has said with a post on Weibo.

Due to the US ban, HUAWEI has been forced to stick to 4G for its smartphones for a couple of years now, so smartphones from the company with Snapdragon 888 and Kirin 9000 come with 5G disabled.

For this, it has been reported that HUAWEI will launch a mobile phone case, likely with an extra SIM card slot that can enable 4G phones to support 5G networks. It isn’t clear if the case is being developed by HUAWEI or if it’s the work of a third-party manufacturer, but it does bring hope to many HUAWEI fans.

The same tipster has also revealed that the said case could be launched together with the HUAWEI nova 10 series at the June launch event. If not with that, then it will likely be released after the third quarter.

Aside from the above, barely anything is known about the nova 10 series.

The last model of HUAWEI’s nova series was the nova 9 series, released in September last year. It comes with a 6.57″ display and has a quad-camera setup at the rear comprising 50 MP primary, 8 MP ultrawide, 2 MP depth, and 2 MP macro units. Under the hood, there’s the super-efficient Snapdragon 778G, although the chip loses its 5G capabilities.

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Vivo X Note roundup: specs, price, colors, and more

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 8, 2022

Vivo has scheduled to launch the Vivo X Note, Vivo X Fold, and Vivo Pad on April 11 in the Chinese market. While the latter two devices are interesting, we are enlivened in the release of the X Note, thanks to its phablet-like size. Today, in this article, we’ll round up all the details learned so far about the smartphone.

Design and display

As the name suggests, the phone has a chunky design. It is reported to come with a mammoth 7-inch display with a Quad-HD+ resolution. It will be an AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and in-screen fingerprint technology.

As per the phone’s hands-on images, the phone appears to have a curved side on the front and a rough finish at the back. The back has parallel stitches in the vertical direction which adds to its looks.

Cameras on the Vivo X Note

Vivo seems to be going with a new rear camera design. Just like some flagship Vivo phones, this one too will get the ZEISS branded sensors.

The camera setup on the back will have quad cameras. The setup will include a 50MP main lens, a 48MP secondary sensor, a 12MP tertiary sensor, and the last 8MP snapper. On the front, it will have a single camera placed in the top middle for taking selfies and video calls.

Hardware and Software

Under the hood, the smartphone will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC paired with 8GB/12GB of RAM and 256GB/512GB of internal storage. Interestingly, the smartphone will also come with the Vivo V1 chip for image optimization.

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It will pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for wired as well as wireless charging technology. The device will have 80W, and 50W fast charging support, respectively. For the operating system, it will boot on the Android 12 out of the box.

Pricing, Colors, and Availability

Apart from the specs, the smartphone is expected to launch in the premium segment and will come in three colors. The device will arrive in Black, Green, and Gray color options. Once the phone releases on April 11, it is expected to go on sale in the forthcoming weeks in China.

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Xiaomi CIVI S specifications tipped once again, may launch soon

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Apr 8, 2022

Xiaomi CIVI S is reportedly in the works. It will be the second-generation model that will replace last year’s female-focused Xiaomi CIVI, which was made available exclusively in China. Last month, tipster Digital Chat Station leaked the key specifications of the Xiaomi CIVI S. The leak did not reveal any information on the RAM, storage, or battery capacities of the smartphone. Another tipster from China has shared the specs sheet of the smartphone with some additional information that wasn’t known before.

Xiaomi CIVI S specifications (rumored)

According to the tipster, the Xiaomi CIVI S will feature a 6.55-inch AMOLED curved edge display that offers an FHD+ resolution. It will use LTPO technology and support up to a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to run on the Android 12 OS with MIUI 13 on top.

The display punch-hole of the Xiaomi CIVI S will feature a 32-megapixel Sony IMX616 front-facing camera. Its rear shell will have a 64-megapixel Samsung GW3 primary camera with OIS support, an 8-megapixel Sony IMX355 ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel B&W camera.

The Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset is likely to power the Xiaomi CIVI S. It may come with 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of built-in storage. The device may pack a 4,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. However, it was reported earlier that it may support 55W fast charging. As per the previous leak, it is likely to arrive in at least two colors such as white and pink. The above specs suggest that the Xiaomi CIVI will be an incremental upgrade over its predecessor.

There is a possibility that some of the above-mentioned specs may not be accurate. Hence, it is advisable to digest the above report with a pinch of salt.

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vivo Pad roundup: specs, price, availability – what to expect

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Apr 8, 2022

The vivo Pad has been generating quite some hype for a while now, being the very first tablet offering from vivo, and multiple leaks over the past few weeks have revealed nearly all of its specifications. The device has been confirmed to launch on April 11 alongside the vivo X Note and vivo X Fold, and now that the day is nearly here, we’ve curated all there’s to know about it into a single piece.

Design and display

The vivo Pad has a fairly minimalistic overall look with a circular camera module — something that appears to have been standardized for vivo’s more premium offerings. Aside from the cameras, there isn’t much to the back of the device, which is flat. The edges look flat as well. vivo recently shared official live images of the tablet, which you can check out from here.

In terms of display, you get an 11-inch panel having a 2.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Dolby Vision support is also rumored to be present.

Cameras

For photography, the circular module at the rear houses a dual-camera setup comprising a 13MP primary unit and an 8MP secondary unit (ultrawide?). On the front, the device is said to house an 8MP camera that looks to be stuffed into the top bezel.

Performance

The vivo Pad will feature a Qualcomm octa-core chipset having one core clocked at 3.19GHz, three cores capable of going up to 2.42GHz, and four cores with a max clock speed of 1.80GHz. Going by the this chip, the chip appears to be none other than the Snapdragon 870 SoC, which is paired with the Adreno 650 GPU. The chip will be assisted by 8GB of RAM.

Pricing and availability

There’s no information on the pricing as of yet but Digital Chat Station previously did state that the vivo Pad has a “lower positioning,” meaning it will not be priced as much as other flagship tablets in the market. The launch for China is scheduled for April 11 and a global launch can be expected sometime after that.

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TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS Smartwatch with IHB/AFib detection, SDW 4100 launched in India

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Apr 8, 2022

Mobvoi has launched its premium smartwatch, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS, in India. The smartwatch was initially launched in global markets in October 2021 and is now available for purchase on Amazon India.

The TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS comes with a 1.4-inch AMOLED display with 454 x 454-pixel resolution and support for Always-on Display. The smartwatch has a secondary FSTN LCD color screen and Corning Gorilla Anti-fingerprint Cover Glass protection on top. The watch also holds a MIL-STD-810G certification for toughness.

TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 chipset and Mobvoi dual-processor system and offers 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage and runs on WearOS by Google with support for Google Play Store and services.

The new smartwatch has Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n for connectivity. It also features a built global tracking system such as GPS, Beidou, Glonass, Galileo, and QZSS. The smart wearable also comes with a built-in mic and speaker for calls.

The watch has some additional new features like more than 20 professional workout modes. Among the newly included sports modes are high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts, soccer, table tennis, lawn tennis, and basketball.

The TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS also has an upgraded heart rate monitor that can detect irregular heartbeat (IHB) and AFib. It will notify you when your heart is pumping too fast, too slow, or in an irregular pattern. It has also added energy level detection, fatigue assessment, alongside blood oxygen level monitoring, 24-hour measurement, sleep tracking, and stress monitoring,

In terms of battery capacity, the smartwatch is equipped with 577mAh and it will last 72 hours on a single charge in Smart Mode and can last up to 45 days in Essential Mode.

The TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra GPS is priced at Rs 29,999 ($396) on Amazon and is only available in the Shadow Black color option in India.

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Red Magic 7 Pro launching globally on April 12; Specs, features & more

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Apr 8, 2022

Earlier this year, Nubia launched the Red Magic 7 series of gaming smartphones in China. The vanilla Red Magic 7 was later released globally. Now, the company has started sending press invites for the global launch event of a new device.

It is believed that this new device is Red Magic 7 Pro and it will make its global debut on April 12.

Red Magic 7 Pro specs and features

The Red Magic 7 Pro comes with a 6.8-inch Full HD+ OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate support. The panel also gets 100 percent DCI P3 color gamut, 10-bit color, DC dimming, and more. It also features an in-display fingerprint sensor, which supports heart rate monitoring as well.

The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC but paired with up to 18GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 1TB of internal storage. With virtual expansion, it can even hit 24GB of total RAM.

Additionally, the Red Magic 7 Pro comes with the Red Core 1 chipset. This is a dedicated chip that has been designed to enhance the gaming experience on its latest flagship device. For gaming, the device also offers shoulder triggers as well, which paired with the Red Core 1, offer a 500Hz touch sampling rate. This chipset will also help enhance audio on the 7 series.

To keep things cool, the device is fitted with the ICE 8.0 cooling system that includes an RGB fan that spins at 20,000 rpm. It also houses nine heat dissipation materials as well, like a large VC liquid cooling plate.

For photography, it features the same 64-megapixel triple camera setup, along with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. On the front, it sports a 16-megapixel selfie shooter under the display. It runs on a large 5,000mAh battery pack that offers 135W fast charging that enables it to charge from 0 to 100 percent in just 15 minutes.

Other features include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, USB Type C, Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 6, dual stereo speakers, 3 microphones, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack as well.

The Red Magic Dark Knight edition was launched in China at 4,799 Yuan ($757) for the 12GB + 128GB variant.

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vivo X Note official live images show all three gorgerous color options

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Apr 8, 2022

The vivo X Note is all set for a launch on April 11 where it will be joined by the vivo X Fold foldable phone and the vivo Pad tablet. We previously saw some live shots of the phone but those were shared unofficially. Now, we’ve managed to get our hands on some official live promo images of the phone, shared by vivo through its Weibo handle, showing all of its colors.

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The three images only show the rear of the phone, so you’d want to head here if you want to check out the front. A third of the back panel is covered by the huge rectangular camera module that spans the width of the phone. This module houses another circular module that actually contains a 50-megapixel + 48-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 8-megapixel quad-lens setup.

Since the device is a flagship-level “Note,” a large display is pretty much expected — and the vivo X Note has just that. The 7-inch panel makes the phone a modern-day phablet and is well suited for the stylus pen it will ship with. But despite the size, vivo claims that the X Note will have a “slim feel.”

The images show that the vivo X Note will be sold in blue, black, and gray colors, although the company has yet to reveal the fancy names for the three options.

Lastly, from what we can tell, the back panel of the phone seems to have a texturized finish that looks something akin to leather.

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Samsung Galaxy M33 5G goes on sale in India – pricing, offers & more

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Apr 8, 2022

Last week, Samsung launched the Galaxy M33 5G smartphone in India. And starting today, the device has been made available for purchase to the customers.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G price in India and offers

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has is available in two memory configurations. The 6GB + 128GB configuration has a price tag of ₹18,999 while the 8GB + 128GB variant costs ₹20,499.

As an introductory offer, Samsung is offering a ₹1000 discount which brings the price down to ₹17,999 for the 6GB variant and ₹19,499 for the 8GB variant.

Additionally, purchasing the smartphone via an ICICI Credit and Debit (EMI only) will net you an additional ₹2,000 discount. The handset is available for purchase exclusively via Amazon India.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G specs & features

The Galaxy M33 5G features a 6.6-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a 2408 × 1080 pixel resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Infinity V notch, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

Under the hood, the device houses an octa-core Exynos 1280 SoC with the Mali G68 GPU on board. The device is available with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage which can be further expanded by 1TB via a micro SD card. The phone runs on Android 12 with Samsung One UI 4.1. Two years of Android OS updates and 4 years of security updates are assured for the device. There is a 6000mAh battery on board with 25W fast charging support, but the charger needs to be purchased separately.

For optics, we get a quad-camera setup on the back comprising of a 50MP f/1.8 primary camera, a 5MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera, a 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor, and a 2MP f/2.2 macro shooter. For selfies, we get an 8MP f/ 2.2 snapper.

The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G comes in two colors variants – Deep Ocean Blue and Mystique Green. It weighs 215grams and measures 165.4 × 76.9 × 9.4mm. Connectivity options include Dual-SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, GPS, and GLONASS.

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Realme V23 launch imminent, specifications, images and pricing revealed

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Apr 8, 2022

Several new Realme phones with model numbers RMX3372, RMX3574, RMX3571, and RMX3575/6 were certified by the TENAA certification site of China. Recent leaks have revealed the RMX3372 will debut in the Chinese market as a Realme Q5 series smartphone. Fresh information reveals that the RMX3571 will break cover as the Realme V23 5G.

A product listing of the Realme V23 5G with model number RMX3571 is now available in the database of China Telecom. The listing has revealed not only the key specifications but also the images and pricing of the device. It will replace the Realme V13 5G from last year, which came with specs like a 90Hz display, Dimensity 700, 48-megapixel triple cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support.

Realme V23 specifications, price (rumored)

The Realme V23 will come with a 6.58-inch FHD+ display with a teardrop notch. It is unclear whether it will support a 90Hz or a higher refresh rate. It has an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 48-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system on the back.

The Realme V23 will be fueled by the Dimensity 810 chipset (MT6833P model number). It will come with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. The device will house a 5,000mAh battery that seemingly supports fast charging.

For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The V23 will probably run on the Android 12 OS with Realme UI 3.0 on top. It weighs 186 grammes and has 163.8 x 75.1 x 8mm dimensions.

The Realme V23 is likely to arrive in 8GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB variants. It may carry a starting price of 1,699 Yuan (~$267). The handset may arrive in Glazed White and Gravel Black colors. The V23 is likely to debut as early as this month in China.

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Motorola Moto G22 launched in India with 90Hz display, 50MP quad-camera, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 8, 2022

As scheduled, Motorola has officially launched the Moto G22 in India. The smartphone had already gone official in select markets in early March. The phone comes with a refreshed design and offers a high refresh rate display, quad-camera setup, and a high-capacity battery.

Motorola Moto G22 Price and Availability in India

The Motorola Moto G22 arrives in a single 4GB + 64GB memory configuration in India. It is priced at ₹10,999. The device can be availed in either Cosmic Black or Iceberg Blue color options.

The handset will go on sale from April 13 (12 PM) via Flipkart. Customers can avail a ₹1,000 discount via ICICI Bank credit cards and credit card EMI transactions till April 14.

Motorola Moto G22 Specifications and Features

The Motorola Moto G22 sports a new design. The camera island on the rear is a rounded rectangle, while the cameras themselves are circular. However, one of these cameras and the LED flashlight are located inside a squircle module. Further, there’s a ‘Motorola Batwing’ logo at the center and the ‘motorola’ branding at the bottom.

The smartphone is built around a 6.5-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels (HD+) and up to a 90Hz refresh rate. The panel has a centered punch-hole and a 20:9 aspect ratio.

It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G37 SoC paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It boots near-stock Android 12 with Material You and My UX features. The company promises three years of security updates.

There’s a quad-camera setup on the phone’s back. The system includes a 50MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, a 2MP maco shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor. Whereas, on the front, the punch-hole nests a 16MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

On the connectivity front, the handset offers dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GNSS. It also comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB Type-C port, and a dedicated MicroSD card slot.

Other features of the device include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a single speaker, a notification LED, and a water-repellent coating. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 20W fast charging.

Last but not least, the Moto G22 measures 163.95 x 74.94 x 8.49mm in dimensions and weighs 185g.

Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G FCC certified, configurations and 5G bands revealed

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