Xiaomi Smart Display 10’s Bluetooth SIG appearance indicates imminent launch

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Apr 1, 2022

A Xiaomi device named Xiaomi Smart Display 10 has been spotted on the Bluetooth SIG database indicating an imminent launch. It is unclear whether the latest Xiaomi Smart Display could be available outside China. Previous smart displays with either the Xiaomi or Redmi moniker had been mostly limited to China.

Some of the current Xiaomi smart displays are the 4-inch touch screen smart clock and the 8-inch Xiaomi/ Redmi smart displays with an Ai speaker, One of the global Xiaomi models is the Mi Smart Clock with a 4-inch display and Google Assistant support.

The certification confirms the Bluetooth version and possible display size of the product. The model number is X10A and it also has the stated name Xiaomi Smart Display 10. It is likely that the new display will be 10 inches in size. That will mean that the new smart display is larger than all of Xiaomi’s or Redmi’s current smart displays. As per the Bluetooth version, the Xiaomi Smart Display 10 will be compatible with Bluetooth version 5.0. The hardware version and software version for the device as listed in the Bluetooth SIG database are R0105 and V2.1.4, respectively.

We expect the Xiaomi Smart Display 10 to come with some innovative features while still retaining some functions from previous models. The touch screen will likely support gesture inputs and the Xiao Ai voice assistant in China. The smart home controls and integration into the Xiaomi smart home ecosystem will be seamless. There are no specifics yet on the release date, global availability, and pricing for the product.

Sony Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, Xperia PRO-I Android 12 update now rolling out

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Apr 1, 2022

Sony last week announced the Android 12 upgrade plan for a total of five devices — Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, Xperia PRO-I, Xperia 1 II, and Xperia 5 II. Some of these models are now beginning to receive the update, namely the Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, and the Xperia PRO-I.

Aside from the brand new system interface and all of that Material You goodness, the Xperia Android 12 update also brings a host of improvements to system functions. Some of the newly added features include long screenshots, conversation widgets, and call recording.

A new emergency call function has also been added, allowing a very speedy emergency call dial simply by tapping the power button 5 times. There’s also fresh support for emergency contacts.

The one-handed mode has also received a complete revamp. Just slide down on the bottom navigation bar and the mobile phone interface will sink to the bottom, making it easier to reach the content at the top of the screen.

The two apps, Photography Master and Movie Master, have also been further optimized. First of all, they have added a prompt page, through which one can easily access tips and tricks. The second is for photographers, adding custom functions for AEL buttons, DISP buttons, and function menu buttons, making the app more convenient to use.

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Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G receives ₹5,000 price cut in India

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 1, 2022

Samsung launched the Galaxy A52s 5G in India in September 2021. Almost 7 months after its release in the country, the company has officially slashed the price of this smartphone. The price cut comes after the debut of the Galaxy A53 in the country.

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Awesome Mint Featured A — Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G

The South Korean electronics giant introduced the Galaxy A52s 5G in India in two memory variants. The 6GB + 128GB and the 8GB + 128GB versions of the handset debuted at ₹35,999 and ₹37,999 respectively.

According to SamMobile, Samsung has now dropped the price of both these variants by ₹5,000. Hence, they now retail at ₹30,999 and ₹32,499. The new price is applicable to all the channels, however, retailers may offer additional discounts of their own as well.

Thanks to the price cut, the Galaxy A52s 5G is now cheaper than the newly released Galaxy A53 5G in India. For those unaware, the newer model costs ₹34,499 and ₹35,999 for for 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB memory configurations respectively.

Though the Galaxy A53 5G is the latest smartphone of the two, it neither has a powerful chipset nor a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, it does come with Android 12 out of the box and is guaranteed to receive four more Android updates.

On the other hand, the Galaxy A52s 5G houses a powerful chipset and a 3.5mm headphone jack. But unfortunately, it launched with Android 11 and has already received one of its three promised Android updates. Hence, it will get two fewer Android updates and existing users are already facing multiple issues after the Android 12 update.

Huawei Mate X3 bags 3C certification, launch seems imminent

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2022

Last month, a Huawei device with model number PAL-AL000 was approved by the TENAA authority of China. It is believed that this 4G LTE device will be debuting in the Chinese market with the Huawei Mate X3 moniker. The same device has now received approval from the 3C certification site of China.

As can be seen in the screenshot below, the Huawei device with PAL-AL00 may come with a charger that supports up to 66W fast charging. It is unclear whether the 66W charger will be included in the retail package of the device. The listing once again confirms that the PAL-AL00 is a 4G LTE device. Now that it has bagged TENAA and 3C certifications, it seems that the device will go official as early as this month in China.

The TENAA listing does not have the entire specifications of the Mate X3 yet. However, the preliminary listing reveals that it has a 4,500mAh battery and it runs on HarmonyOS 2.0.1. Rumors are rife that it will be powered by the Kirin 9000 4G, which fueled the Mate X2 last year. It is speculated that the device will arrive with a high refresh rate OLED panels and an improved hinge. Unfortunately, there is no information available on the other specs of the Mate X3.

Huawei Mate X2 specifications

The Huawei Mate X2 features a 6.4-inch OLED that produces an 1160 x 2700 pixels resolution. It is equipped with an 8-inch foldable screen that delivers 2280 x 2480 pixels. The Kirin 9000 SoC powers the device with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM and it comes with 256 GB of internal storage.

The Mate X2 has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. It has a 50-megapixel main camera, a 16-megapixel ultrawide sensor, a 12-megapixel telephoto camera, and an 8-megapixel telephoto periscope snapper. The device is backed by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 55W rapid charging.

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OnePlus launches the Buds Pro Radiant Silver globally, Here’s its pricing

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2022

OnePlus had previously launched a special edition of the Buds Pro in China. This variant arrived with a silver finish, and was dubbed as the “Radiant Silver” color option. Now, the company has officially released this version for the global market.

Apart from the special paint job, the Buds Pro Radiant Silver is practically the same as the regular Buds Pro. It comes with a 11mm drivers, along with Bluetooth 5.2, and 3 microphones for ANC (active noise cancellation). It offers IP55 for splash resistance and houses a 37mAh battery on each bud for up to 7 hours of battery life. Other notable features include USB Type C and Qi wireless charging support, and it even supports Dual Connection that lets users seamlessly switch between two connected devices.

Although, Buds Pro Radiant Silver’s most highlighting aspect is undoubtedly its physical appearance. It comes with a unique lustrous silver metal texture. This finish is reflected on both the charging case as well as the individual buds as well. As of right now, the special edition of the Buds Pro has been launched in the UK, North America region, Europe, and even India.

For NA, the OnePlus Buds Pro costs 149.99 US Dollars while in Europe it is priced at 149 Euros (roughly 165 US Dollars). On the other hand, the truly wireless earbuds cost 139 Pounds (roughly 182 US Dollars) in the UK, while the Indian price tag is 9,999 INR (roughly 131 US Dollars). In other words, the hearables are available in India for the most affordable price.

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Realme GT Neo3T likely to launch soon, key specifications tipped

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2022

Realme announced the Realme GT Neo2 in September 2021 and in October, the Realme GT Neo2T. The Chinese manufacturer recently unveiled the Dimensity 8100 powered Realme GT Neo3 in China. Now, a Chinese leaker has tipped the key specifications of the GT Neo3T. It appears that the Neo3T may go official as early as this month in China.

Earlier this week, a Realme smartphone with an RMX3372 model number was certified by the TENAA authority of China. The certification revealed the specifications and images of the device. It appears that the RMX3372 smartphone will arrive in the Chinese market with the Realme GT Neo3T moniker.

Realme GT Neo3T specifications (rumored)

According to the tipster, the Realme GT Neo3T (RMX3372) will sport a 6.62-inch AMOLED screen that produces a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will be equipped with a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 selfie camera. Its rear camera setup has a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B main camera, an 8-megapixel Sony IMX355 ultrawide camera, and a 2-megapixel snapper.

The Snapdragon 870 SoC is likely to power the Realme GT Neo3T. It will come with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

The GT Neo3T will feature a 5,000mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging. It will come with other features such as Gorilla Glass 5 protection, an under-display fingerprint scanner, dual stereo speakers, X-axis linear motor, and NFC. The tipster has speculated that its base model 8GB+128GB may carry a price tag of 1,999 Yuan (~$314). Since the device has been certified by TENAA, it is likely to launch at some point this month.

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Xiaomi 12 Pro officially teased in India, might launch on April 12

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Apr 1, 2022

Recently, we had reported on the possible Xiaomi 12 Pro India launch timeline. Now, the company has officially teased the device, which has offered us a hint at its exact date of announcement for the Indian market.

The 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 will tell. #𝑋𝑖𝑎𝑜𝑚𝑖12𝑃𝑟𝑜 5G is coming soon! 😍

I ❤️ #Xiaomi pic.twitter.com/RBgyUaeqWV

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) March 31, 2022

Xiaomi’s India head, Manu Kuman Jain had just recently shared a teaser on his Twitter handle. In the teaser, we can see the executive posing with the smartphone in hand, along with a laptop and a wall clock that display the time 12 pm. However, the most notable aspect about the teaser was the small calendar, which has 12th April 2022 marked. In other words, this is likely the date for the Xiaomi 12 Pro launch, and the timing is when the event will kick off. Notably, the official Indian website of the company has also teased the device, which is “coming soon” as the “Show Stopper.”

The Chinese tech giant had also teased another product a few days ago, which was an upcoming tablet. So, we can expect this tablet to also debut alongside the flagship handset. Talking the 12 Pro’s specifications. it sports a 6.73 inch AMOLED display that has a 2K resolution, with 120Hz refresh rate, 1500nits peak brightness, and HDR10+ certification. Under the hood, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC powers the device, which is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

The device boots Android 12 based MIUI 13 out of the box and offers a triple camera setup on the rear. This consists of a 50 megapixel primary sensor, paired with another 50 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 50 megapixel portrait lens that offers 2x optical zoom as well. On the other hand, the front offers a 32 megapixel selfie shooter.

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ColorOS 12 global update timeline for Q2 2022 is here for multiple models from Reno, A, F series

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Apr 1, 2022

After announcing the ColorOS 12 Q2 2022 rollout plan for China, OPPO has now revealed the global rollout dates for the same quarter as well. The list contains a slew of devices spanning the Reno, A, and F series.

There are several devices that will be getting ColorOS 12 based on Android 12 in a beta form first, which we’ve listed below. That’s not all though as there are also a few devices that will be getting treated to stable now, after having tested ColorOS 12 beta for some time.

We’ve compiled both kinds below:

ColorOS 12 global beta update timeline for April-June 2022

From 8th Apr.2022

F19 (India)
F19s (India)
A74 (Indonesia)

From 12th Apr.2022

A95 (Indonesia)

From 14th Apr.2022

F17 (India)
A73 (Vietnam)

From 19th Apr.2022

A53 (India)

From 26th Apr.2022

Reno3 Pro (India)

Reno3 (Indonesia)

From May 2022

Reno7 5G (India)

Reno 10x Zoom (India)

A76 (India)

From June 2022

Reno7 Z 5G (Indonesia)
F21 Pro 5G (India)

ColorOS 12 global stable update timeline for April-May 2022

From 12th Apr.2022

Reno4 Z 5G (Thailand, Philipines)

From 25th Apr.2022

A53s 5G (India)

From May.2022

Reno7 Pro 5G (India)

coloros 12 stable q2 2022 global timeline

Do note here that beta builds will require registration beforehand, so stay tuned to the OPPO community forums for announcements concerning your device. Or you could just keep an eye on our site as we’ll be sure to notify you of any new beta programs.

Both stable and beta updates will be rolled out in batches so if you don’t receive a notification for the OTA at the specified date, then just wait for a while. You can also head over to Settings > Software update to perform a manual check, alternatively.

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Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop with 12th-Gen Core i5/i7 processors launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 1, 2022

Acer has launched the latest Nitro 5 laptop with 12th Gen Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors respectively in India. The new models start at Rs. 84,999 ($1,120) and packs up to 1TB of storage and up to 16GB of RAM. The RAM capacity can also be upgraded to 32GB.

The all-new Acer Nitro 5 laptops are the upgraded version of last year’s models. They come with a screen-to-body ratio of 80%, 165Hz display refresh rate, and an impressive response rate under 3ms. The two models run on Windows 11 operating system and sport an efficient design with two cooling fans. Each of the models also has four exhaust ports. The fan speed, CPU/GPU clock, and several other aspects can be regulated using the NitroSense utility application. There is a dedicated NitroSense key in the laptop to deliver these functionalities at the touch of a button.

The Acer Nitro 5 (2022) gaming laptops have a 15.6-inch display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology. The Acer ComfyView LED-backlit TFT LCD provides an aesthetic appeal for the laptops. The 16:9 aspect ratio is supported and the GPU is Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050/ 3050 Ti with 4GB dedicated GDDR6 VRAM. Connectivity for the new laptops is achieved through Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1. Several USB ports are available as well as HDMI, while the battery capacity is 57.5 Wh with a 3-pin 180W AC adapter. The new Acer laptops come in only black color and they weigh approximately 2.6kg.

The new Acer laptops are available via Acer’s online store, Amazon India, and other retail outlets. While the Acer Nitro 5 with Intel Core i5 processor is priced at Rs. 84,999 ($1,120), the Intel Core i7 version with 16GB/512GB RAM/storage combination will cost Rs. 1,09,999 ($1,450).

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Motorola Moto G82 5G with Snapdragon 695 and Android 12 clear multiple certifications

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Apr 1, 2022

Motorola is expected to launch a bunch of smartphones in the coming weeks. Ahead of that, a phone that hasn’t leaked earlier has been now spotted on the websites of multiple certification agencies. This device, which will go by the name of Moto G82 5G, will likely be a mid-range handset.

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

According to MySmartPrice, an upcoming Motorola Moto G series smartphone called Moto G82 5G has been certified by four certification agencies. At the same time, it has been also benchmarked on Geekbench.

Per the listings, the Motorola Moto G82 5G will come with model numbers XT2225 and XT2231. There will be at least two variants of the former, such as XT2225-1 and XT2225-2. Whereas the latter has been spotted in only one variant so far — XT2231-3.

As far as features are concerned, the certifications have revealed the handset to arrive with Android 12 and dual-band WiFi. Further, the Geekbench listing suggests that it will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset under the hood. The chip will be paired with up to 8GB of RAM.

Talking bout availability, since the device has been certified by TDRA, EEC, and BIS, it should be sold in the UAE, Eurasian countries, and India. It could be also available in other markets.

Having said that, it is not known when Lenovo-owned Motorola will officially announce the Moto G82 5G.

ColorOS 12 update timeline is here for OnePlus 7 series & bunch of other devices in China

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Apr 1, 2022

OPPO is currently on a streak of rolling out the ColorOS 12 for eligible devices, with a bunch of phones receiving the update in March alone. Continuing with that, the company has now announced ColorOS 12 update timeline for the entirety of the second quarter of this year — and it even includes devices like the OnePlus 7.

Without jumping into anything else, let’s check out the timeline straightaway:

ColorOS 12 China beta update timeline for April-June 2022

From April 7

OPPO Reno3 5G
OPPO K7x

From April 26

OPPO A53 5G

From April 28

OPPO Reno7 5G

From May

OPPO Reno Ace
OPPO Reno 10
OPPO Reno Ace Gundam Edition
OPPO Reno Barcelona Custom Edition
OPPO K9s 5G
OPPO A36

From June

OnePlus 9RT
OnePlus 7 Pro
OnePlus 7T Pro
OnePlus 7
OnePlus 7T
A96 5G

ColorOS 12 China stable update timeline for April 2022

OPPO A92s 5G
OPPO A55 5G

A total of 18 devices will be getting the update in China in the second quarter of 2022. While most of these will be getting it in the beta form for which users will have to register, the OPPO A92s 5G and A55 5G are set to get stable ColorOS 12 this month.

The OnePlus 7 and 7T series are also a part of the list but it’s obvious that their global counterparts will be receiving OxygenOS 12 rather than ColorOS. June is the expected rollout date for these devices, meaning a global OxygenOS 12 release is still months away.

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Realme 9 4G key specifications leaked, here’s what to expect

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2022

Realme is expected to announce a new Realme 9 series of smartphones with a 108-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HM6 lens this month in India. Rumors are rife that this device could be the rumored Realme 9 4G mid-range phone. A new leak has revealed the key specifications of the device.

Recent reports have revealed that the upcoming Realme 9 4G has been approved by different certification platforms, which indicates that it will be released in multiple markets. Tipster Anuj has claimed that it will be launched soon in Indonesia.

In addition, well-known tipster Mukul Sharma has also released an image of the Realme 9 4G, which showcases its gold variant. It has a GT Neo2 inspired camera module and is fitted with volume buttons on the right edge. The bottom side of the phone is populated with a 3.5mm audio jack, a microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille.

Realme 9 4G specifications (rumored)

The Realme 9 4G will be equipped with an S-AMOLED display that offers a 90Hz refresh rate. It will be driven by an unspecified Snapdragon 4G chipset. It may house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.

The device will be available in two variants, such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. It will feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, and a triple camera unit headlined by a 108-megapixel camera.

The poster shared by the tipster shows that the Realme 9 4G will be available in gold, black, and white colors. At present, there is no information on the price of the device.

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Xiaomi phones in Indonesia to officially get the Earthquake Early Warning function

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Jed John Ikoba

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Apr 1, 2022

Xiaomi is ramping up its focus on saving lives through its array of functionalities in its smartphones and other devices. The Chinese tech powerhouse continues to work with disaster prevention and mitigation institutions in developing early warning systems that could help millions of Indonesians respond adequately to earthquake threats. Xiaomi has therefore announced the launch of its Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) feature for its Indonesia-based customers. The EEW feature is a trial version for now.

The EEW feature, when switched on, will provide useful notifications on seismic activity that could result in earthquakes in Indonesia. The seismic intensity and the location of the earthquake immediately it occurs will help Xiaomi smartphone users in Indonesia make an informed decision to move away and avoid such areas. According to Xiaomi, the EEW gives a brief warning time prior to the arrival of secondary waves. Its calculations are based on electric waves which are much faster than secondary waves. The EEW feature in the Xiaomi smartphone interfaces with the early warning system of the earthquake monitoring institution. Synchronized information from the earthquake monitoring agency is then fed to enabled Xiaomi smartphones as notifications. Priority is given to areas where the earthquake is occurring for greater effectiveness.

The notifications will display important information about the earthquake including the expected time of arrival and its magnitude. The phone will ring a warning tone when the early warning occurs and Xiaomi says users must familiarize themselves with this tone. Xiaomi is also expecting feedback from users who opt into the EEW feature in their compatible Xiaomi smartphones in Indonesia.

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Motorola to launch the Moto G22 in India next week: Report

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2022

Just last month, Motorola had announced the Moto G22 in the European region. But now, a new report has revealed that the company is now gearing up to launch the smartphone in India sometime soon.

According to a 91Mobiles report, sources close to the matter have claimed that the brand is planning on announcing the Moto G22 for the Indian market next week. In other words, the company is bringing the device to the Southeast Asian nation just a month after its global release. Reportedly, the Moto G22 will be launching in India sometime next week, which is between April 4 and April 10. So if this news is true, we can expect Motorola will likely start sharing official teasers of the device in the country soon.

Talking about the smartphone itself, the device is expected to arrive with a refreshed design that consists of a premium build quality. The device will likely sport a 6.22 inch HD+ IPS display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, a MediaTek Helio G37 chipset will run the handset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage that can be further expanded via a microSD card slot.

The device will boot Android 12 OS out of the box and sport a quad camera module on the rear. This setup will include a 50 megapixel primary camera setup, 8 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, a 2 megapixel depth sensor, and another 2 megapixel macro camera. Meanwhile, the front features a 16 megapixel punch hole selfie shooter. Keep in mind that this is still an unconfirmed news so take it with a pinch of salt and stick around for more updates.

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China has the world’s largest automobile market, but only 5% use local chips

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2022

Back in 2021, the Chinese automobile market was severely impacted by the ongoing chip shortage issue. Meanwhile, a new report has revealed that while China has the largest automobile market, the domestic market only uses 5 percent of local chips.

For those unaware, the automobile industry across the globe took a hit due to supply constraints of semiconductors. Despite electric cars and other new energy vehicles becoming more popular, the lack of chips had caused a decline in the market. As of right now, the automobile production and sales of new energy vehicles market in China is the leader in the industry. However, the domestic market’s self sufficiency rate for auto chips is less than 10 percent.

According to a MyDrivers report, this localization rate is less than 5 percent. In other words, despite having the largest automobile market, especially for NEVs, China only uses around 5 percent of locally made chips for the cars it manufactures. In the automotive industry, the MCU chips are the most in short supply. Notably, this chip is also the one which is basically monopolized by foreign chip manufacturers. The only exception to this is BYD, but apart from this brand, there are no other Chinese automakers that manufacture this chips.

As per an industry insider, the core chipsets for the automobile industry is basically in the “hands of foreign” manufacturers. The source also added that the China market has a a lot of money but only a few players have the patience to invest. Producing chipsets require money and at least 5 to 10 years worth of time.

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Get OnePlus 10 Pro for $799 only at Giztop (Retail Price $899)

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Apr 1, 2022

Great news for OnePlus fans. 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. This price is applicable to the 8GB + 128GB variant.

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OnePlus 10 Pro at $799 (after discount)@Giztop

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.

Generally retailing for $899, you can now buy the OnePlus 10 Pro at a heavily discounted price of $799 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.

Samsung partners with iFixit for Self Repair option for its Galaxy devices

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2022

Samsung has just recently announced a new partnership with iFixit. With this collaboration, the company plans on offering a self repair options from iFixit to its users for its Galaxy devices.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Galaxy S20 Plus Galaxy S20 Ultra Featured — Galaxy S20 (left), Galaxy S20+ (center), and Galaxy S20 Ultra (right)

The South Korean tech giant made the announcement earlier this week. In the partnership, the company will be providing authentic parts, repair tools, and repair guides to customers who want to repair their own Galaxy products. Samsung’s new repair program is basically a self repair program, which is similar to the one Apple launched last year. The “Self Service Repair” program from the Cupertino based giant is planned to launch in early 2022 and is designed to allow users to do their own repairs by sourcing parts and repair manuals from Apple.

As of right now, the brand’s self repair program limited to the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 at launch. Similarly, Samsung’s own repair option is also limited at the moment. As of right now, Samsung and iFixit will be providing repair parts for the Galaxy S20, the Galaxy S21, and the Galaxy Tab S7 Plus. Unfortunately, the newly launched Galaxy S22 series smartphone is not supported in the program.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus In-Hands Featured — Galaxy Tab S7+

Now, Samsung customers that join the self repair program will be provided with a step by step repair guide. These will help them in replacing display assemblies, back glass, and charging ports with used parts returned to Samsung for recycling. According to company SVP of customer care Ramon Gregory, the brand is “creating more ways for consumers to extend the lifespan of [its] products with premium care experiences.”

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Snapchat users can now share videos directly from YouTube app

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2022

Snapchat has just recently announced a new feature for iOS and Android users. The social media app will now allow users to share videos directly from the YouTube app, rather than having them manually cope and paste a link.

Now, Snapchat users will get a custom YouTube sticker that has the video’s thumbnail instead of a URL. This new feature was announced by the popular social media platform on its official blog. The company stated that it wanted to make it easier for YouTube users to share their favorite clips or videos directly on its app without having to leave the YouTube app.

The company added that “Starting today, all Snapchatters across iOS and Android can seamlessly share their favorite YouTube videos with their friends straight through the Snapchat Camera – no more pesky copying and pasting required!” As per the official notes, this is the first time that YouTube links can be shared on Snapchat with a visual experience.

Apart from the new YouTube sticker, users can also shoot a video, take a photo, or also use the “Creative Tools” when sharing a clip from YouTube. Simply tapping on the sticker will take the users to the video on the YouTube app or in the user’s default web browser. In other words, this integration is a quality of life change which should also improve the overall user experience as well.

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OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite bags important certifications, India launch seems imminent

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Apr 1, 2022

OnePlus has a couple of Nord branded phones waiting in the pipeline to go official. The Nord 2T is likely to go official in April or May, while the Nord 3 may go official in July. It appears that the Nord CE 2 Lite may also launch soon as it has bagged approval from TDRA and India’s BIS authority.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G with model number CPH2409 & CPH2401 recieves TDRA & BIS certification.#OnePlus #OnePlusNordCE2Lite pic.twitter.com/PJLuJyhsjc

— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) April 1, 2022

The TDRA listing reveals that the OnePlus phone with the CPH2409 model number will be debuting on the market as the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite. The same device has also been certified by the BIS authority in India, which indicates that it may soon be launched in the country. As the moniker suggests, it could be a toned-down version of the OnePlus Nord CE 2.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite specifications

The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will feature a 6.59-inch panel that offers a high refresh rate. It may feature a 16-megapixel Sony IMX471 camera for snapping selfies and a 64-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit. The leaked renders of the device have revealed that it will not feature an alert slider.

The Snapdragon 695 chipset will be present under the hood of the Nord CE 2 Lite. The device will arrive with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. It will come with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. The device will run on Android 11 OS and OxygenOS. It will house a 5,000mAh battery, which may carry support for 33W fast charging. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

There is no word on the price of the Nord CE 2 Lite. However, it seems that it may hit the Indian market with the sub-Rs 20,000 pricing.

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Apple opens new store in South Korea, offers special wallpaper for iPhone, iPad, & Mac

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Sean

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Apr 1, 2022

Earlier this week, Apple announced that it will soon be opening its largest retail store in South Korea. The new store will be situated in the Myeongdong neighborhood of Seoul, which is the capital of the country.

The Apple Myeongdong will be hosting its grand opening on next Saturday (9th April 2022). Although for those interested in attending this event, you will have to get a reservation because of the ongoing global pandemic. You can get a reservation by visiting the Cupertino based giant’s official South Korean website, with booking starting on April 7. Furthermore, the brand is also celebrating the grand opening by offering a new special wallpaper as well.

For the celebration, the iPhone maker shared a short video and is offering a special wallpaper to download for its iPhone, iPad, and Mac products. In one of the latest issues of the “Tabletops” newsletter about Apple retail, Michael Steeber stated that the new video and special wallpaper are inspired by a traditional South Korean art style that is known as “chaekgeori.”

Notably, the in person Today event at Apple sessions will be hosted at the Myeongdong store. This event will have all the safety measures as well, including mandatory face masks, physical distancing, and temperature checks. The session will also allow customers to learn skills related to photography, art, design, video, coding, music, and more using Apple products and accessories like the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Pencil. This marks the 518th Apple retail store that the company operates across the globe and the third in the region.

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