Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 to get S22 Ultra’s main & ultra-wide cameras

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Apr 20, 2022

Samsung is reported to be working on its next-generation flagship foldable smartphone dubbed the Galaxy Z Fold4. The device is expected to debut sometime around August 2022. The expected launch of the device is many months away, however, leaks about its specs and features have started surfacing online.

In a recent tweet, tipster Dohyun Kim has revealed that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold4 will come with a 108-megapixel primary camera. The camera sensor is said to be the same 1/1.33-inch camera sensor that is present in the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Another tipster @Chunvn888 has added that the rear camera setup on the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold4 will be the same as the Galaxy S22 Ultra minus the periscope sensor. Instead, the device is expected to use the 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom that Samsung provides on the vanilla Galaxy S22.

Galaxy Z Fold4 by Apple Lab 2 — Galaxy Z Fold4 concept by Apple Lab 2

Going by these reports, we can expect the Galaxy Z Fold4 to come with a 108-megapixel primary camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. A previous leak also revealed that the front camera on the upcoming foldable will be the 10-megapixel sensor featured in the vanilla S22.

It was reported last month that Samsung could be working on a “Super UTG” for the Galaxy Z Fold4. It is expected to offer a stronger surface for using the S Pen. Hence, there is a possibility that the regular S Pen may work on the Z Fold4. Other rumored improvements coming to the device include a dedicated S-Pen slot, an improved hinge, and the inclusion of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 plus chipset.

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Sennheiser launches TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker for mid-sized meetings

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 20, 2022

Sennheiser held a launch event in Mumbai, India, on April 19 to announce the TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker. It is an omnidirectional speaker intended for mid-sized Microsoft Teams Rooms (meetings) with up to 10 participants, whether present in the room or joined remotely.

TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker specifications and features

The TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker measures 128.3 x 56.3mm in dimensions and weighs 469 grams. It is equipped with an omnidirectional neodymium speaker and 7 beamforming microphones on the top, which covers a radius of 3.5cm. The topside of the device also features a capacitive mute button, which allows click-free muting and unmuting during the meeting. The LED ring available on the device can indicate whether the device is on mute or unmuted.

Sennheiser TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker

In order to use it, users need to go carry out a one-time installation process. Users need to establish a connection between TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker and the Microsoft Teams Rooms console using the bundled Power & Data box and a USB-C port. Users are also required to connect a power cable to the Power & Data box. Once the initial setup is done, it does not require other devices like a laptop or tablet for it to work.

The bundled screw mount or adhesive pad can be used to securely attach to the surface. The meeting can be controlled through the console and hands-free using Microsoft’s Cortana voice assistant. The intelligent speaker can distinguish up to 10 different voices and assist in creating a live transcript of the meeting. The Office 365 cloud securely stores the transcripts of the meeting as text documents, which can be accessed later for reference.

TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker price in India

The TeamConnect Intelligent Speaker is priced at Rs 49,990 (~$656) in India. It is available for Microsoft certified conference rooms.

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Watch: A Pure EV e-scooter catches fire again, marks the 6th EV fire incident in India

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

Just yesterday, we reported on Okinawa recalling its Praise Pro electric scooters in India over a faulty battery issue that caused fire accidents. Now, another EV has gone up in flames in India. And this time, it is the Pure EV e-scooter that has made the headlines again.

In a video shared on YouTube, we can see another Pure EV electric scooter going up in flames. Notably, this marks the fourth electric scooter from the brand to have caught fire in India. Back in September 2021, two e-scooters of the same model were engulfed in flames in Hyderabad, while another model recently caught fire in Chennai in March 2022. Furthermore, there have also been other e-scooter models from other brands like Ola, Okinawa, and more that have suffered from fire related accidents.

The latest incident comes from Warangal in Telangana, where a red Pure EV Pluto burst into flames. It was parked on the side of the road, with the video showing the vehicle being engulfed in smoke and flames. There were also sounds of the fresh lithium ion cells catching fire, which was indicative through the occasional popping sound. It is believed that the chain reaction signified a thermal runaway that has been a major issue behind most fire accidents related to EVs.

This marks the 6th EV fire incident in India now. As of right now, the Road Transport Ministry has directed the Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES) to begin an in depth investigation and find out the causes behind this by the end of this month. It remains to be seen what results are uncovered regarding this matter, so stick around for more updates.

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New iQOO Z6 Pro 5G renders surface before April 27 Indian launch

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Apr 20, 2022

Last month, iQOO launched the Z6 5G smartphone in India which came with the Snapdragon 695 SoC and a Full HD+ 120Hz display. The brand has announced that the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G will debut on April 27 in the Indian market.

The smartphone has been subject to many leaks revealing its design and specs. Now, tipster Abhishek Yadav has released new renders of the device showcasing its design features.

iQOO Z6 Pro 5G Specs (Rumored)

According to the leaks so far, the smartphone is expected to come with a 6.4-inch AMOLED panel sporting a Full-HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. The screen will have 1300 nits of maximum brightness. There’s a 16MP single camera on the front for selfies. On the rear, the phone has a 64MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro sensor.

Powering the phone will be the coveted Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC. The device will come with 6GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of internal storage. It will pack a 4,500mAh battery with support for 66W fast charging technology. The phone will come with Gaming mode and have a stereo speaker setup. Unfortunately, it will not come with a 3.5mm headphone jack. As for the OS, it will boot on FunTouchOS based on Android 12 out of the box.

iQOO Z6 Pro 5G pricing

The iQOO Z6 Pro 5G is marketed as the fastest smartphone under Rs. 25,000 (~$327) price bracket, which confirms the price range of the phone. The exact pricing of the device will be revealed at the April 27 launch event, so stay tuned.

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Oppo K10 Pro 5G passes Geekbench with Snapdragon 888 SoC and Android 12

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 20, 2022

Oppo will launch the Oppo K10 series on April 24 in China. The series will comprise the Oppo K10 5G and K10 Pro 5G. Recently, we saw the vanilla K10 5G on the Geekbench giving out its key details. Now, the Oppo K10 Pro 5G has passed the Geekbench certification website.

The Oppo K10 Pro 5G has the model number PGIM10 on Geekbench. The device has 734 points in the single-core department and 3119 points in the multi-core department. The phone has a chipset codenamed “lahaina” and is clocked at a peak frequency of 2.84GHz. This is none other than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 octa-core SoC.

The listing also confirms that the phone has 8GB of RAM. We expect it to also come in other RAM options with possibly paired the 128GB/256GB storage. The Geekbench listing also confirms that the phone will boot on Android 12 OS out of the box.

Apart from this, the smartphone’s specs were tipped recently. The Oppo K10 Pro 5G is said to come with a 6.62-inch AMOLED display with Full-HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. It will be a punch-hole display and the screen will also double up as n in-display fingerprint reader.

It will come with a triple camera system with a 50MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro unit. The main sensor on the device is said to be a Sony IMX766 unit with Optical Image Stabilization(OIS) support. The smartphone was spotted with a 5,000mAh battery and is expected to come with 80W fast charging support.

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Red Magic teases Transformers partnership, likely for new limited edition products

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

Earlier today (20th April 2022), Red Magic shared a new teaser poster on its official social media account. In the teaser, the company hint at a new collaboration with Transformers, which will likely be for its upcoming products’ limited editions.

The smartphone maker shared the announcement on its official Weibo account (a Chinese microblogging website) along with an image poster. Looking at this promotional image, we can see a Transformer’s mechanical eye, with the caption reading “It’s time for the world to know of our presence.” For those unaware, this is the same “Transformers” from the Michael Bay Hollywood movies and also the popular franchise that is owned by Hasbro.

To explain it in short, Transformers refers to sentient living autonomous robots that have the capability of transforming their forms into various forms, with the most popular being automobiles (as seen in the movies). In other words, we can expect new special edition model of Red Magic products to feature an aesthetic that matches this theme. This may be in the form of metallic accents or possibly even designs of popular characters like Optimus Prime, Megatron. or Bumblebee.

Unfortunately, finer details regarding this partnership are still unknown. However, a notable aspect revealed in the teaser post is two lines at the bottom, with the first line translating to “4.25” while the second line means “Cybertron” (Transformers’ home planet). So, this hints at the brand possibly launching this new limited edition Transformers product in China on the 25th of April 2022.

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OnePlus Ace to launch tomorrow, here’s how to watch the launch event

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Pranav Sawant

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Apr 20, 2022

OnePlus is all set to release its first Dimensity 8100-powered device this month. The OnePlus Ace will debut tomorrow i.e., April 21, and the event will be held online. Here’s how you can watch the launch event.

How to Watch the OnePlus Ace launch event

The OnePlus Ace will debut at 7 PM China time (4:30 PM IST/11 AM UTC) on April 21. The launch will be streamed on OnePlus’ official Weibo page. As usual, we will be covering the event here on Gizmochina, so stay tuned for the latest information on the OnePlus Ace.

The device will be announced in two of its colors variants – Black and Blue. The phone is expected to arrive in the mid-range segment.

OnePlus Ace Specifications

The OnePlus Ace will come with a similar design as the Realme GT Neo 3, but with some tweaks. The smartphone will come with a flat-edged frame having rounded corners. The phone will feature a 6.7-inch punch-hole display with Full-HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will be an E4 AMOLED panel with HDR10+ support.

As for the optics, it will have a 50MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup at the rear. Here, the primary sensor will be a Sony IMX766 unit, while the secondary sensor being a Sony IMX355 unit. On the front, it will feature a 16MP Samsung ISOCELL S5K33P9SP unit.

Coming to the hardware, it will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max SoC paired with 8GB/12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB/256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The phone is confirmed to pack a 4,500mAh battery with whopping 150W SuperVOOC fast charging support. As per official claims, the phone can go from 0% to 100% with just 17 minutes of charge. The device will boot on Android 12 OS and have OxygenOS 12 on top of it.

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Fire-Boltt Ninja Pro Plus Watch to launch in India soon, with 1.69 inch display & 5 day battery

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

Fire-Boltt has just announced a new smartwatch in India. It is the new Ninja Pro Plus, which is its latest smartwatch from its popular Ninja series and joins the likes of the Ninja Call 2, Ninja Calling, and others. So let’s have a look.

The upcoming wearable from the brand sports a large 1.69 inch touchscreen display that has a resolution of 240 x 280 pixels. Furthermore, it also houses a crown button that comes in handy for controls, as it can be rotated and clicked to access menus and perform various tasks. The Ninja Watch Pro Plus also arrives with support for 30 sports modes, which tracks your total calories being burnt, steps taken, and much more.

Apart from this, it also supports various modern smartwatch features like heart rate tracking, SpO2 blood oxygen monitoring, sleep mapping, and even tracks the female user’s menstrual cycles as well. A notable feature is the inclusion of built in games like 2048 and a flappy bird clone. The company claims that the new smartwatch can last for up to 5 days on a single full charge, and even offers 2 ATM water resistance as well.

Other features include more than 200 cloud based watch faces, camera and music controls, smart notifications, split screen option, and weather updates among various other features. As of right now, the brand has yet to officially reveal the pricing of the product, although, it will be available for purchase soon and is currently even listed on Flipkart, a known Indian e-commerce platform.

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Google Pixel Watch “Rohan” spotted in new render, showcases its UI

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

The highly anticipated Google Pixel Watch, which is the company’s first Pixel series smartwatch, has been surfacing in rumors for some time now. But just recently, the wearable that is codenamed “Rohan” was spotted in new renders, which gives us a closer look at its design.

For those unaware, early renders of the Search engine giant’s Pixel Watch have already revealed that the smartwatch features a circular display and a digital crown. This was further confirmed in recent unofficial renders from FrontPageTech. And now, a 91Mobiles report has shared another render, which showcases some aspects of the upcoming wearable’s UI (User Interface).

Looking at this render, we can see that the Pixel Watch features a round display that has negligible bezels and a digital crown, which is likely for controls. But on closer inspection of the render, we can see that there is a counter or step tracking and heart rate monitoring as well. Although, a notable inclusion is the built in integration for Fitbit. In other words, this shows that the brand plans on using its subsidiary’s long standing experience in fitness tracking features.

Unfortunately, that is all the information shared in the new report and there were no finer details revealed. Meaning, its specifications, possible pricing, or even launch timeline are still unknown. However, we can expect to see more rumors and reports regarding the Google Pixel Watch to surface in the coming weeks as well. So stick around for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Realme Narzo 50A Prime tipped to come with 128GB storage in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 20, 2022

Realme has been teasing the arrival of Realme Narzo 50A Prime in India for the past few days. The brand has confirmed that the smartphone will ship without a charger. However, it is yet to reveal the launch date. Ahead of that, the details about the device’s memory configurations for the country are out.

According to tech influencer Mukul Sharma, the Reame Narzo 50A Prime will be available in two memory configurations in India. Customers will have an option to choose either 4GB + 64GB or 4GB + 128GB. The handset will be offered in two colors, such as blue and black.

Since the smartphone is already official in multiple markets in Southeast Asia, we know everything about it. It comes powered by a UNISOC T612 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage.

The phone sports a 6.6-inch display (LCD) with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) and a dewdrop notch. The screen supports up to 180Hz touch sampling rate, 401 PPI, and 600 nits peak brightness level.

It has a triple camera system comprising a 50MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro snapper, and a 2MP monochrome sensor. For selfies and video calls, it uses an 8MP shooter.

The handset is limited to 4G connectivity and offers dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, and a USB Type-C port. It also features a 3.5mm headphone jack, a dedicated MicroSD card slot, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The Realme Narzo 50A Prime boots Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11. Finally, it is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

Redmi 10 Power launched with 8GB RAM for ₹14,999

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 20, 2022

At the Redmi 10A virtual launch event for India, Xiaomi surprised everyone by announcing yet another smartphone called Redmi 10 Power. Though it sounds like a new device, it isn’t. It is actually nothing but a Redmi 10 with plenty of RAM and in new striking color.

The newly unveiled Redmi 10 Power is basically a Redmi 10 inside out. The only major difference between the two is that the latest phone comes with a whopping 8GB of RAM paired with 128GB of internal storage. There’s also support for additional 3GB of virtual RAM.

It arrives in a stellar Sporty Orange color option, in addition to standard Power Black. The former color matches Xiaomi’s branding and the Redmi 9 Power’s Fiery Red variant.

As far as price is concerned, the Redmi 10 Power costs ₹14,999 ($196). At this retail price, it has tough competition from Xiaomi’s own Poco M4 Pro and Redmi Note 11. These two devices offer a better set of features.

Weirdly, despite making the handset official, Xiaomi did not reveal its availability. We expect the company to disclose further details in the coming days.

With that being said, it is worth noting that the Redmi 10 (Redmi 10 Power) for India is different from the Redmi 10 sold elsewhere. The original Redmi 10 is known as Redmi 10 Prime in the region, while the Redmi 10 available here is actually the Redmi 10C.

Realme Q5, Q5 Pro launched: specifications, features, and price

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 20, 2022

Earlier this week, Realme silently unveiled the Realme Q5i in China. Today, the company held a launch event to announce more powerful Q-series handsets, such as the Realme Q5 and Realme Q5 Pro. Here is all the information on the new Q-series that are exclusively available for purchase in China.

Design and Display

The Realme Q5 has a 6.58-inch FHD+ LCD panel that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a brightness of 600 nits, a pixel density of 401 ppi, and screen space of 90.8 percent. The Realme Q5 Pro, on the other hand, features a 6.62-inch FHD+ AMOLED E4 screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,300 nits of brightness, a 5000000:1 contrast ratio, a 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, and a 92.6 percent screen-to-body ratio.

The displays of both phones have a punch-hole positioned in the top-left corner. The rear designs of both smartphones seem to be inspired by the Realme GT Neo2 flagship phone. While the Q5 gets a side-facing fingerprint scanner, the Q5 Pro is blessed with an under-display fingerprint scanner.

Specifications

The Realme Q5 is fuelled by the Snapdragon 695 mobile platform. The device comes with up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of native storage. It has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 60W fast charging.

The Snapdragon 870 is present at the helm of the Realme Q5 Pro. It offers up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of built-in storage. The Q5 Pro houses a 5,000mAh battery that supports faster 80W charging.

The Realme Q5 and Q5 Pro are preinstalled with the Android 12 OS, which tags along with the Realme UI 3.0. Both phones carry support for up to 5 GB of extended RAM for a smoother experience while accessing apps. The Q5 comes with Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and a USB-C port, whereas the Q5 Pro has Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2, dual-frequency GPS, a USB-C port, and dual stereo speakers. Both phones measure around 8.6mm in thickness and weigh around 195 grams.

Cameras

The Realme Q5 and Q5 Pro are fitted with a 16-megapixel camera for snapping selfies. The rear camera module of the Q5 has a 50-megapixel primary camera and a pair of 2-megapixel auxiliary cameras for depth and macro shots. The Realme Q5 Pro’s rear camera unit has a 64-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 118-degree FOV, and a 2-megapixel macro camera with a 4cm focal length.

Realme Q5 Pro Special Edition

A special edition version of the Realme Q5 Pro was also announced. It comes in a special package based on the Time Agent anime characters. The package includes the yellow variant of the Q5 Pro (8GB RAM + 128GB storage), a protective case, a Realmeow keychain, stickers, and collection cards. The limited-edition phone is priced at 2,299 Yuan (~$358).

Pricing and Availability

The Realme Q5 and Q5 Pro are priced as follows in China:

Realme Q5

6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 1,299 Yuan (~$202)
8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 1,499 Yuan (~$234)
8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 1,699 Yuan (~$265)
Color options: Racing Dusk (yellow) Glacier Waves (white), and Phantom (black)

Realme Q5 Pro

6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 1,799 Yuan (~$280)
8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – 1,999 Yuan (~$312)
8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – 2,099 Yuan (~$343)
Color options: Summer Engine (yellow), Snow Drift (white), and Phantom (black)

The first sales of the Realme Q5 and Q5 Pro will be carried out on April 27 in China. Both phones will be available with a 100 Yuan discount during the first sale. The Q5i is already available for purchase.

Samsung launches Galaxy Quantum 3, a rebadged Galaxy M53 with quantum cryptography tech

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

Samsung has just launched a new Galaxy Quantum series device in South Korea. The latest iteration is the Galaxy Quantum 3, which arrives with quantum cryptography technology and a mid range 5G enabled chipset.

As per official notes, the chipset with quantum random number generators (QRNG) will offer users advanced security features for digital activities. This will include smartphone apps ranging from mobile banking to payments, social networking platforms, and even mobile games. Apart from these, it will even help secure the users’ external data storage as well. The latest iteration of the Galaxy Quantum series will also come with a “quantum indicator,” which shows users whether the quantum cryptography is running.

According to a South Korean telecom carrier, SK Telecom, the company’s Galaxy Quantum 3 will begin shipping later this month on April 26. Lim Bong-ho, the chief mobile officer of SK Telecom stated that “These days, smartphones are playing a pivotal role in financial transactions, which makes Samsung Galaxy Quantum 3 the most reliable device in this regard.” The new smartphone is available in South Korea for 618,200 won (roughly 500 US Dollars).

Notably, the smartphone is basically a rebranded Galaxy M53 5G but with quantum cryptography tech. So, it still sports a 6.7 inch AMOLED FHD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, a Dimensity 900 SoC powers the device, along with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage that can be further expanded via a microSD card slot. On the front, it has a 32 megapixel selfie shooter, while the rear features a 108 megapixel quad camera setup. The device is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports 25 fast charging and runs on Android 12 OS out of the box.

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Redmi 10A launched in India with HD+ display, Helio G25 SoC, MIUI 12.5, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 20, 2022

Xiaomi has finally launched the Redmi 10A in India. The device initially went official in China at the end of last month. Despite releasing one and a half years after the launch of the Redmi 9A, the latest entry-level smartphone from Xiaomi does not bring any major upgrades apart from a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a tweaked rear design.

Redmi 10A Specifications and Features

The Redmi 10A is almost identical to the Redmi 9A in terms of features. The only change in the spec sheet is the presence of a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

On the cosmetic front, the rear panel has a large square-shaped black-colored area housing a single 13MP rear camera, an LED flash, Redmi branding, and the aforementioned fingerprint sensor. The phone measures 164.9 x 77 x 9mm in dimensions and weighs 194g.

The device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 SoC. It sports a 6.53-inch display (LCD) with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels (HD+), 20:9 aspect ratio, and a dewdrop notch nesting a 5MP selfie camera. The screen has a 1500:1 contrast ratio and its peak brightness can reach up to 400 nits.

Connectivity options on the handset include dual-SIM, 4G, single-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, and a MicroUSB port. There’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack, a dedicated MicroSD card slot, and a single speaker. Though it comes with a proximity sensor, an accelerometer, and a proximity sensor, it lacks a compass just like its predecessor.

Finally, the smartphone boots MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 and gets its juice from a 5,00mAh battery, which is limited to 10W charging support.

Redmi 10A Price and Availability in India

The Redmi 10A in Charcoal Black, Sea Blue, and Slate Grey color options will retail at the following price tags in India.

3GB + 32GB – ₹8,499 ($111)
4GB + 64GB – ₹9,499 ($124)

Its first sale is scheduled for at 12 PM on April 26. It can be purchased from either Mi.com, Mi Homes, Amazon, or official retail partners.

Vivo S15e key specs revealed, features Exynos 1080, 50MP triple camera, & more

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

We had just reported on the full specifications of the Vivo X80 Pro being leaked ahead of its April 25 launch. Now, the key specs of the Vivo S15e, which is also launching on the same date, have also been revealed. So, let’s have a look.

According to a MySmartPrice report, the news arrives from known tipster Ishan Agarwal, who also revealed the specifications of the X80 Pro as well. Reportedly, the smartphone will sport a 6.4 inch AMOLED display that has a FHD+ resolution that has a pixel density of 409 PPI, and a 90Hz refresh rate. The front also houses a 16 megapixel selfie shooter on a waterdrop notch that offers face unlock alongside an in display fingerprint scanner.

On the rear, the device features a 50 megapixel primary camera paired with a 13 megapixel ultra wide angle lens and a 2 megapixel macro sensor. Under the hood, the Vivo S15e packs the Exynos 1080 SoC from Samsung along with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The tipster claims that the smartphone will be powered by a large 4,700mAh battery pack that also supports 66W fast charging as well.

The smartphone will apparently run on Android 12 OS out of the box with the OriginOS Ocean custom skin on top. Furthermore, it will apparently also launch in three color options, which include Peach, Blue, and even Black. Keep in mind that this is still an unconfirmed report so take it with a pinch of salt and stick around for more as we will be covering the April 25 China launch event.

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Vivo X80 Pro complete specs revealed ahead of its launch in China

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Sean

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Apr 20, 2022

With the Vivo X80 series launch being just around the corner, there have been various rumors and reports regarding the device surfacing online in the past few days. Now, the latest one has revealed the complete specs of the higher end X80 Pro model.

According to a 91Mobiles report, known tipster Ishan Agarwal has shared the full specifications list of the X80 Pro ahead of its launch in China, which is set to be unveiled on April 25. For those unaware, the X80 series is the Chinese smartphone maker’s latest flagship offering and is expected to include three models. Namely, the base X80, X80 Pro, and the X80 Pro+ variant as well. Now as per the tipster, the Vivo X80 Pro will feature top notch specs and features.

On the front, the device will apparently sport a 6.78 inch AMOLED display that has a 2K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 300Hz touch sampling rate. This panel will even include an in display fingerprint reader as well. Under the hood, the premium grade handset will pack the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, which will be paired with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of internal storage.

Meanwhile, the rear features a quad camera setup that consists of a 50 megapixel primary sensor, 48 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, 12 megapixel portrait telephoto shooter, and an 8 megapixel periscope lens that offers 5x optical and 60x digital zoom as well. The device will be powered by a large 4,700mAh battery pack that supports 80W fast charging and 50W wireless charging. For software, it is expected to run on the Android 12 OS based OriginOS Ocean. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event on April 25.

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iQOO Neo6 is now available for purchase in China for a starting price of 2,799 yuan ($437)

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Jeet

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Apr 20, 2022

Last week, Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO launched its latest smartphone under the Neo-series in the Chinese market, dubbed iQOO Neo6. Today, the company has officially started selling the device in China.

The base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at 2,799 yuan (~$437) while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model costs 2,999 yuan (~$469). The top-end 12GB RAM and 256GB model is priced at 3,299 yuan (~$516).

Coming to the specifications, the iQOO Neo6 features a 6.62-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ screen resolution, a 1300nits peak brightness, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It also has an under-display fingerprint scanner for added security.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, coupled with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The RAM on the device can also be virtually expanded by up to 4GB.

The phone also has an Independent Display Chip Pro to share the workload of the primary GPU on the SoC. The company says that this will keep framerates stable through long game sessions because it will use less power and have better thermals. There’s also a large-area Vapor Chamber and a six-layer three-dimensional graphite structure.

In the camera department, there’s a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 64MP Samsung ISOCELL GW1P primary sensor with an f/1.9 aperture. It is accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 2MP portrait sensor with an f/2.4 aperture. On the front, there’s a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The iQOO Neo6 runs the Android 12 operating system with the company’s OriginOS Ocean custom user interface on top. It is powered by a 4,700mAh battery which comes with support for 80W flash charging.

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iQOO Z6 4G full specifications, price, and sale date tipped

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 20, 2022

iQOO announced the iQOO Z6 5G last month in India and is scheduled to launch the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G on April 27 in the country. According to a new report by PassionateGeekz, the Chinese manufacturer is now planning to launch another Z-series phone called the iQOO Z6 4G. The publication has also leaked the entire specifications of the device. The leak reveals that the iQOO Z6 4G will be the most affordable phone with 44W fast charging onboard.

iQOO Z6 4G specifications (rumored)

The iQOO Z6 4G will feature a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. The Snapdragon 680 chipset is likely to power the iQOO Z6 4G.

The device could be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. It may run on the Android 12 OS, which will be customized with the FunTouch OS 12. The smartphone may arrive with 4 GB / 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

For selfies, it will feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear shell could be fitted with a dual-camera setup having a 50-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel macro lens. It is also expected to arrive with a side-facing fingerprint scanner, face unlock, and the usual connectivity features.

iQOO Z6 4G price in India (rumored)

The publication has further claimed that the iQOO Z6 4G may go official alongside the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G on April 27. Sales of both phones may begin on May 4. The iQOO Z6 4G is likely to carry a price tag of Rs 14,999 (~$196). It will be available in blue and black colors.

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Motorola Edge 30 5G retail price for the European market leaks

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 20, 2022

It is an open secret that Motorola is presently working on the Motorola Edge 30 which is expected to arrive as a vanilla model of the Edge 30 Pro, launched in the US as Motorla Edge+. The vanilla Edge 30 has been quite a regular in leak land even though the launch date isn’t in the open just yet. The latest leak is that of the Edge 30’s price tag for the European market.

A retailer in Europe may have listed the Motorola Edge 30 prematurely with the price shown as €549.90 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version. While we cannot independently verify if this listing is genuine, we should point out, nonetheless, that the Edge 30 will have a 6GB RAM version with both the 6GB and 8GB RAM models having 256GB storage options. Thus, the starting price will be lower that this rumoured price tag.

Apart from the price, the leaked listing also contained a summary of the Edge 30 5G’s key specs. This includes a 6.5-inch P-OLED display with an FHD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and support for up to 144Hz refresh rate.

The listing also shows that the Motorola Edge 30 will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The phone will also run on the latest Android 12 OS and will get its juice from a decent 4,020mAh battery which has support for 33W fast charging.

On the camera aspect, the Edge 30 is shown to pack a triple rear camera setup comprising of a 50MP main sensor, a second 50MP ultra-wide shooter and a 2MP lens, likely a depth sensor. For selfies, there is a 32MP front camera.

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Logitech launches the affordable Lift wireless vertical mouse

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 20, 2022

Logitech has unveiled a Lift wireless vertical mouse. The device comes with some impressive features and a $69.99 price tag. Apart from being available in several color variants namely graphite, silver, and pink, customers can choose either a left-handed or right-handed variant. However, only the graphite-colored model is available in left-handed and right-handed options at this time.

The Lift wireless mouse features a vertically oriented design which provides greater comfort and ergonomics. The user’s hand is positioned at a 57-degree angle when the device is being operated. This offers greater comfort on your wrists, unlike traditional mice which could cause wrist pains after extended use.

When combined with a shift ergonomic keyboard, the benefits of using the Lift wireless vertical mouse become quite obvious. The Lift is powered by a single AA battery, hence USB charging is not available. Logitech says the Lift’s battery can last up to two years. It is priced at $69.99 and offers limited functionality compared to some of the pricier models. The Lift draws comparisons with the pricier MX Vertical but comes with a much-simplified design.

The Lift’s software makeup allows for its seamless use on two computers simultaneously. This is due to Logitech’s proprietary software – Flow. Logitech’s Flow software also allows for such operation even if the computers have different operating systems. However, the Logi Options app must be operational on the two computers. The app can also be used for transferring files between the two PCs via copy and paste.

The Lift wireless vertical mouse has a rubber grip, making it fit snugly in your palm. Its two main buttons are a scroll wheel and a DPI switching button. The scroll wheel assures smooth and silent scrolling and there are two thumb buttons as well. The bottom of the device features a button for toggling between devices and Bluetooth pairing. In terms of connectivity, you can connect the mouse via Logitech’s Bolt USB-A receiver or through Bluetooth. The Logitech Lift is available for $59.99 from Amazon and other online retail platforms.

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