Huawei launches tiny 25W charger + 7200Mbps Wi-Fi 6 router together

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Mar 17, 2022

Huawei on Wednesday evening launched a couple of innovative products. There’s firstly a very portable 25W fast charger and then there’s a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router. Both have been described below.

Huawei Mini 25W Fast Charger

The charger weighs only 40g and can be easily fit into a pocket. It has a Type-C interface and is compatible with a wide range of charging standards, namely SCP, PD, PPS, and QC.

Don’t get take lightly the 25W rating though as the brick is capable of filling up phones like the Huawei P50 series (with 4,200mAh batteries approx.) to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Huawei says that the 25W Mini Super Fast Charger will be officially launched on March 18th at a price of 79 Yuan ($12) for the charging brick alone and 99 Yuan ($15) for a brick + Type-C to Type-C data cable combo.

Huawei Router AX6

The Huawei Router AX6 features dual-band Wi-Fi 6+ support with a peak speed of 7200Mbps. There are 8 independent signal amplifiers present that can easily cope with internet problems, allowing a stable high-speed network connection at any time.

The 7200 Mbps speed allows downloading HD movies and other large files a breeze, and 4K live broadcasts can be buffer-free too. A self-developed Al anti-jamming technology further enhances connection by intelligently avoiding Wi-Fi co-channel interference. Huawei GameTurbo 2.0, which reduces delay and packet loss rate by 20%, is present too for an enhanced gaming experience.

The router also supports HarmonyOS interactive features, so you can manage internet devices through an easy-to-use drag and drop interface. There’s even a child time and behavior management feature on-board, using which you can block bad websites and prevent internet addiction.

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Xiaomi launches Portable Electric Air Compressor 1S in India

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Mar 17, 2022

Xiaomi has just launched a new product in India. It is the new Portable Electric Air Compressor 1S. As the name suggests, its a pocket sized travel companion that offers up to 5 inflating modes.

The new product is compatible with cars, bikes, new electric vehicles, and more. The Portable Electric Air Compressor 1S offers multipurpose use and arrives with an increased inflation performance of up to 45.5 percent. It even features an Auto Pressure Check feature that helps in detecting the air pressure in the tire/ball when connected. Apart from this, it offers 5 inflating modes, which includes modes Free mode, Bicycle mode, Motorcycle mode, Car mode, and Ball mode.

The device has a sleek and premium design with a Dot matrix digital display that shows the pressure values . The Air pressure sensors have also been upgraded from a analog to a digital chip for improved accuracy. The device is powered by a lithium batteries and can be charged via a USB Type C port. Notably, the Xiaomi Portable Electric Air Compressor 1S can inflate any tire within the 0 to 150 psi range, which means it is ideal for motorbikes, cars, bicycles, and even sporting equipment like basketballs and footballs.

It takes just 11 minutes to inflate a small car’s tires and 3 minutes to fully inflate a motorcycle’s tire. The device also arrives with various safety measures that helps avoid over inflating. This mechanism also automatically stops the tire from inflating past its preset pressure. It also comes with an SOS flash feature in scenarios of night time emergencies. As of right now, the Xiaomi Portable Electric Air Compressor 1S is available in India for an introductory price of 2,799 INR (roughly 37 US Dollars) and is available on the brand’s crowdfunding platform in a single black variant.

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Dizo to launch Watch S in India this month, may be priced under Rs 3000 ($40)

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Mar 17, 2022

Dizo is apparently planning on launching a new product in India later this month. This device in question could be the Watch S, since the company’s recent teaser on Twitter highlighted the letter ‘S’.

Although, according to a 91Mobiles report, industry sources have confirmed that the next smartwatch will be the Watch S. Furthermore, the report also claims that this wearable will feature a rectangular dial, similar to the recently released Watch 2. The sources even revealed information regarding the possible pricing for this upcoming smartwatch. Reportedly, the Dizo Watch S will be priced under 3,000 INR (roughly 40 US Dollars).

In other words, it is a relatively budget level wearable that will target customers that are planning on buying a smartwatch on a budget. The Watch S will arrive with a slim design and rectangular dial alongside other features like high brightness, multiple watch faces, and numerous sports mode support. Being a modern smartwatch, we can also expect it to feature various health related functions like SpO2 sensor, heart rate tracking, sleep mapping, and step tracking as well.

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For those unaware, Dizo is the sub brand of realme under its tech lifestyle venture. It has seen great growth in India thanks to its affordable products that are available through Flipkart and other offline channels as well. Although, keep in mind that the Watch S launch is still just an unconfirmed report at the moment. So take it with a pinch of salt for now and stay tuned for more updates.

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Redmi 10 launched in India with Snapdragon 680 SoC, MIUI 13, and more

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Mar 17, 2022

After teasing for the last few days, Xiaomi has finally launched the Redmi 10 in India as planned. The latest budget smartphone from the company is the successor of the Redmi 9 from 2020. It brings a new design and a better set of specs.

Redmi 10 Specifications and Features

The Redmi 10 features a plastic body like any other budget smartphone. It sports a new camera island design, which also includes a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The device comes in three colors, namely Midnight Black, Pacific Blue, and Caribbean Green.

The handset flaunts a 6.71-inch display (LCD) with a resolution of pixels (FHD+), a 60Hz refresh rate, and 400 nits brightness. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and has a dewdrop notch. It arrives with Widevine L1 certification for HD playback on popular streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar.

The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. It boots MIUI 13 based on Android 11.

For photography and videography, the handset uses a dual-camera system on the rear comprising of a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. Whereas, for selfies and video calls, there’s a 5MP shooter on the front.

The smartphone comes with dual SIM card slots, 4G connectivity, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GNSS. Other features include a dedicated MicroSD card slot, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB Type-C port,

Finally, the Redmi 10 is backed by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. However, it ships with a 10W charger.

Redmi 10 Price and Availability in India

The Redmi 10 will retail at the following price tags in India.

4GB + 64GB – ₹10,999
6GB + 128GB – ₹12,999

The phone’s first sale is scheduled for at 12 PM on March 24. It will be sold via Mi.com, Mi Home stores, Flipkart, and partner retail stores. Customers can get a flat ₹1,000 discount via HDFC Bank credit card transactions.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro full design revealed in CAD renders, with punch hole camera

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Sean

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Mar 17, 2022

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is expected to finally bring some changes in design for the company’s smartphones. Now, new CAD renders have basically revealed the complete design of the iPhone 14 Pro, which features some of the previously rumored design changes.

According to a 91Mobiles report, the Cupertino based giant’s upcoming iPhone models will come in four models. Although, this won’t include a mini model, as per our previous report. Furthermore, the front on the iPhone 14 Pro will see a major redesign, shifting away from the large notch to a two punch hole cut outs for the cameras and the other necessary sensors. Interestingly, Apple is also planning on shipping only the Pro models with the next gen A16 Bionic chipset, while the two base models will feature the previous gen chipset.

In other words, there could be more differences between the vanilla and Pro versions this year. The new CAD renders were shared by sources close to the matter, which revealed the entire design of the iPhone 14 Pro. Apart from the departure of the ugly notch, the device will feature minimal bezels on the front, which makes it look even more premium. The power button is housed on the right, while the left features the SIM card slot, volume rockers, and alert slider.

On the rear, the device seems quite similar to the iPhone 13 Pro with a large square module that houses three camera cut outs. It also features an LED flash, a microphone, and a LiDAR sensor as well. The Pro model is expected to retain the same 6.1 inch display that supports 120Hz ProMotion OLED panel. Under the hood, the A16 Bionic chip is expected to power the device alongside 6GB of RAM.

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OPPO Enco Air 2 TWS earbuds officially teased to soon launch in India

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Mar 17, 2022

OPPO had launched its new true wireless earbuds dubbed as OPPO Enco Air 2 in the Chinese market earlier this year and recently, the device got a new color option in China in the form of Clear Sky Blue.

Now, months after its debut in the Chinese market, the company is finally set to launch the OPPO Enco Air 2 TWS earbuds in India. OPPO has teased the arrival of wireless earphones through social media platforms.

The design of the new OPPO Enco Air 2 earphones is quite similar to the last-generation Enco Air and comes with a translucent jelly-like case. The exterior design of the buds also remains unchanged for the most part.

It packs 13.4mm composite titanium-plated drivers, featuring OPPO’s new Enco Live tuning. The company has stated that the Enco Air 2 has been tuned by the company’s Bluray technology R&D expert team to make the sound more balanced to meet the high sound quality requirements of the users.

The presence of a bass duct in the Enco Air 2 further enhances the bass performance and enables the TWS earbuds to offer two new stereo sound effects, namely “pulsing bass” and “melodious vocal”.

As for the battery life, the OPPO Enco Air 2 can deliver up to 24 hours battery backup and is equipped with Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity. The earphones also offer features like low latency mode for gaming, call noise reduction function, and have been improved upon issues such as synchronization issues, interference, and disconnection problems.

While the company has not yet confirmed the launch date for the OPPO Enco Air 2 TWS earbuds in the Indian market, reports indicate that it will go official in India on 23rd March but to know the pricing details, we will have to wait for the launch.

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Foxconn aims to get 5% of the global market share for electric vehicles business by 2025

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Mar 17, 2022

Foxconn Group, which is known for being Apple’s contract manufacturer, has been expanding its business and had recently announced that it entering the rapidly growing market of electric vehicles.

Now, the company’s chairman Liu Yangwei has said that the revenue in the electric vehicles market is still dominated by software and parts and the revenue for the vehicle itself will not be noteworthy until at least a year.

He further added that the company’s goal is to capture around 5 percent of the market share globally in the electric vehicles market by the end of the year 2025. By that time, the company also hopes to reach vehicle OEM capacity of producing 500,000 to 750,000 electric vehicles per year.

Liu Yangwei also talked about the competition and added that the company has four major advantages over others — Localization of Operations, Software & Hardware Design, Vertical Integration, and MIH Open System.

Last month, the company announced a joint venture with the National Petroleum Corporation of Thailand (PTT) for the electric vehicles factory in the country, which will start mass production in the first quarter of 2024.

Foxconn isn’t limiting the electric vehicles production business to Thailand but it is spreading it across regions. The company has also announced that it is partnering with the Indonesian Investment Ministry along with some other firms for the development of electric vehicles in the region.

It has signed an agreement to acquire an EV manufacturing plant in North America. It is a part of $280 million in deals with U.S. electric vehicle startup Lordstown Motors that also include a share purchase. It is also considering setting up electric vehicle plants in India, Europe, and either North or South America by the year 2024.

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Upcoming Realme RMX3571’s full specifications revealed via TENAA listing

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 17, 2022

A forthcoming Realme handset with RMX3571 has been emerged in the database of the TENAA certification site. Since the 5G-ready device is packed with mid-range specifications, it may arrive as a Q-series or a V-series phone in the Chinese market. While the listing has revealed the key specifications of the device, its images have not yet appeared in TENAA’s database.

Realme RMX3571 specifications

The Realme RMX3571 has a 6.58-inch TFT screen that delivers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels. Since the images of the phone are not available yet at TENA, it is unclear whether the RMX3571 has a punch-hole or a teardrop notch screen.

RMX3576 — TENAA images of the alleged Realme V21 5G (RMX3575/6)

For selfies, the Realme RMX3571 has an 8-megapixel front camera. The back panel of the device features a 48-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera unit. The handset is expected to come preinstalled with Android 12 OS and Realme UI 3.0.

The RMX3571 is driven by an unknown octa-core processor that works at 2.4GHz. The device will arrive in multiple RAM choices such as 6 GB, 8 GB, and 12 GB in China. It will be available in storage options such as 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB.

For security, the RMX3571 could be equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The device is packed with a 4,880mAh battery (rated value). At present, there is no information on the fast charging capabilities of the device. The RMX3571 has 163.8 x 75.1 x 8.1mm dimensions and weighs 190 grams. It will be arriving in two colors such as black and purple.

In related news, a Realme RMX3575/6 phone was certified by TENAA authority earlier this month. It is speculated that this device may break cover as the Realme V21 5G. It includes a 6.56-inch HD+ display, a 2.2GHz chip, up to 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, a 4,980mAh rated battery, an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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Mysterious ZTE 8040N phone’s specifications, images emerge before launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 17, 2022

An upcoming ZTE midrange phone with model number ZTE 8040N has been certified by the TENAA regulatory body of China. According to reliable tipster WHY LAB, this ZTE phone may debut as a Yaunhang series phone in China. To recall, the Chinese manufacturer had launched the ZTE Yuanhang 10 with Dimensity 700 chipset last year in April.

ZTE 8040N specifications

The ZTE 8040N smartphone measures 165.8 x 77.5 x 9.4mm and weighs 215 grams. It is a 5G-enabled device featuring a 6.67-inch LCD panel that produces an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The right side of the phone has a power button, which appears to be integrated with a fingerprint scanner.

The front side of the phone is fitted with an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The back panel of the phone seems to be made up of polycarbonate. It features a rectangle-shaped camera module, which houses a 48-megapixel primary camera. The main snapper is accompanied by a pair of 2-megapixel auxiliary lenses.

The ZTE 8040N is fueled by a massive 5,890mAh (rated value) battery, which indicates that its typical size could be 6,000mAh. The 3C certification of the device has revealed that it may carry support for 22.5W fast charging.

An unknown 2.4GHz octa-core processor is present under the hood of the ZTE 8040N. The handset is expected to arrive in China in 128 GB and 256 GB storage choices. Both models are expected to feature 8 GB of RAM. The listing further reveals that the device will arrive in two colors namely, Obsidian Black and Huansha Green. With TENAA certification under the tow, the device is expected to debut as early as this month in China.

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OPPO PGGM10 specifications, images revealed through TENAA certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 17, 2022

At the beginning of this month, an OPPO phone with model number PGGM10 was approved by China’s 3C certification platform. The listing revealed that the retail package of the device may include a 33W fast charger. Now, the same device has bagged certification from the TENAA (via) authority of China. It appears that the PGGM10 could be an upcoming A-series mid-range phone from the brand.

OPPO PGGM10 specifications

The OPPO PGGM10 is fitted with a 6.59-inch TFT panel that delivers an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels. At present, it is unclear whether it will carry support fort a high refresh rate.

Under the hood, the PGGM10 has a 2.2GHz octa-core processor, which carries support for 5G connectivity. The device is likely to to come in 6 GB / 8 GB RAM variants and 128 GB / 256 GB storage editions.

The OPPO PGGM10 is likely to come preloaded with Android 12 OS. The device is backed by a 4,880mAh battery (rated value) and is likely to carry support for 33W fast charging. The power button available on the right side of the phone is integrated with a fingerprint sensor, whereas its left side features volume up and down buttons.

The PGGM10 will be equipped with a 64-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple rear cameras. A 16-megapixel camera will be available on the front for video calls and selfies. The dimensions of the PGGM10 are 164.3 x 75.6 x 8.5mm and it weighs around 195 grams. The handset is likely to arrive in silver and black colors in China.

The specifications and design of the OPPO PGGM10 are identical to the Snapdragon 695 powered Realme V25 5G, which debuted earlier this month in China. Hopefully, newer reports will reveal more information on the identity of the device.

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Alleged OnePlus Nord 3’s major specifications revealed, here’s what to expect

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 17, 2022

Android Central reported that the OnePlus Nord 3 will be arriving with the Dimensity 8100 chipset and 150W fast charging support. Now, tipster Digital Chat Station has tipped the specs of the upcoming Dimensity 8100 powered OnePlus phone. It seems that he could be talking about the forthcoming Nord 3.

Alleged OnePlus Nord 3 specifications (rumored)

According to the Chinese tipster, the Dimensity 8100 powered OnePlus smartphone will be equipped with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that will deliver a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels. Probably, it will carry support for a 120Hz refresh rate. Most OnePlus phones available in the market have a punch-hole placed at the upper-left corner of the screen. However, the upcoming D8100 phone will have the punch-hole placed at the top-center position.

OnePlus Nord 2 5G cameras — OnePlus Nord 2 5G

The alleged Nord 3 will be equipped with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It will be packed with a 4,500mAh battery. One of the major attractions of the device will be that it will carry support for 150W fast charging.

Coming to the optics, the purported Nord 3 will arrive with a 16-megapixel camera for shooting selfies. The rear camera module will have a Sony IMX766 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture. It will be accompanied by an 8-megapixel camera and a 2-megapixel snapper.

Realme GT Neo3 Official Render — Realme GT Neo3

The leak further states that the device will be equipped with an in-display fingerprint scanner and an X-axis linear motor. The device is likely to come preinstalled with the latest Android 12 OS.

The specifications of the alleged OnePlus Nord 3 suggests that it will be a rebadged version of the Realme GT Neo3, which is all set to launch on March 22 in China. It is speculated that the Nord 3 will be launching in India by May end or early June.

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Oben Rorr Electric Motorcycle with range up to 200km launched in India

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 17, 2022

In December 2021, Indian startup OBEN EV unveiled its first electric bike designed and developed by Bengaluru couple Dinkar and Madhumita Agarwal. The electric bike developed by the start-up has already garnered 16 patented innovations and has begun testing on select roads. The electric motorcycle christened Oben Rorr has now been launched for the Indian market.

Oben Rorr electric motorcycle promises to be a powerful machine as it packs a 4.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and the drivechain is a 10 kW electric motor. The e-bike has a peak torque of 62 Nm and is capable of doing 0-40 km/h in just 3 seconds. The e-bike has a top speed of 100km/h but that can be adjusted to fit into three riding modes – Eco, City, and Havoc.

One interesting feature which will make the Oben Rorr EV stand out among its peers is the maximum range it can go on a single charge – a staggering 200km! Tha is almost twice the range of most e-bikes with the same engine capacity. Even if you run out of battery power, the electric motorcycle can be fully charged in about 2 hours.

Aesthetically, the Oben Rorr is a marvel, sporting a rugged, yet sleek design that will sure turn heads when it cruises past them on the road. The e-bike is fitted with a circular all-LED headlamp with LED DRLs. The turn indicators and taillamp are also LED lamps. The bike’s instrument cluster is an all-digital affair.

In terms of pricing and availability, the Oben Rorr electric motorcycle will retail for Rs 99,999 (~$1,315) in Maharashtra. However, the price is slightly higher in six other cities where it will also go on sale. The Rorr is expected to start shipping in July, 2002.

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Redmi Book Pro 15 2022 confirmed to have RTX 2050 graphics card

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Jeet

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Mar 17, 2022

Xiaomi-backed Redmi is all set for a launch event today where the company will be announcing the Redmi K50 series smartphones. At the same event, the brand will also launch the Redmi Book Pro 15 2022 laptop.

Ahead of the official launch of the new laptop today in China, the device has appeared on the benchmarking platform Geekbench which has confirmed that the laptop will come packed with NVIDIA RTX 2050 graphics processor.

The Geekbench listing of the Redmi Book Pro 15 2022 laptop also reveals that the device will be powered by the Intel Core i7-12650H processor and 16GB of RAM.

The NVIDIA RTX 2050 uses a 2048 CUDA core and packs 4GB 64-bit GDDR6 memory and consumes 45W power. The 3DMark Fire Strike score of the RTX 2050 graphics card has reportedly exceeded the GTX 1650 mobile graphics card by 23%.

The Redmi Book Pro 15 2022 will be offered in two models — one with Intel Core i5-12450H processor and another with Intel Core i7-12650H processor. They will feature a 3.2K display with a 90Hz refresh rate, offering high brightness and high color accuracy.

Along with the 15-inch display model, the company is also expected to launch a 14-inch model of the Redmi Book Pro 2022 which could come packed with the same internals but either NVIDIA MX 550 or MX 570 graphics card.

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Microsoft Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera with laptop-grade chip, 12MP AI cam launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 17, 2022

Microsoft has just unveiled its Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera which boasts of some highly impressive features and capabilities. The Microsoft Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera is not just an everyday webcam and it does not come cheap – it is priced at $800. Microsoft says the Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera is meant to be the best professional-grade AI-powered camera in the market.

The Surface Hub 2 is a 12MP camera with up to 136 degrees field view. It is capable of focusing both new and far objects up to 8 meters. Interestingly, the camera can focus on multiple areas at the same time and can automatically identify a speaker in a room. The Microsoft Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera offers up to 1 teraflop of computing power and uses the same processor as the one in the Surface Pro 6.

The AI-rich Surface Hub 2 can compensate for the tilt, wide-angle corrections, and distortions. It can also detect users in different postures, lighting conditions, and room types. The Surface Hub 2 is meant for capturing activity in a conference room with multiple persons present, unlike the common webcam that picks mainly a single person. It is meant to focus on a group of persons in a room with the same high-quality focus.

The Microsoft Surface Hub 2 Smart Camera has already gone on sale at $799.99 until May 31 when it will be bundled with the 85-inch Surface Hub 2S. The Surface Hub 2S comes with extended Microsoft features like Windows 11, Teams, Microsoft 365, and others. There are other features that Microsoft is working to incorporate like virtually presenting a PowerPoint.

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OnePlus Nord 2T camera specifications revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 17, 2022

Earlier this week, 91mobiles revealed the first render of the upcoming OnePlus Nord 2T. It revealed that the smartphone will sport a black-colored rear with a sandstone finish. Now, the publication has teamed up with tipster Yogesh Brar to leak the camera specs of the Nord 2T.

As can be seen in the new image shared by the publication, its camera module has two camera rings. The top camera ring will house an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary camera with an f/1.9 aperture. The second camera ring has an 8-megapixel Sony IMX355 ultrawide lens with an f/2.25 aperture and a 2-megapixel GalaxyCore monochrome sensor with an f/2.4 aperture. For taking selfies, the device will have a front camera with a 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 sensor that will be able to take them.

OnePlus Nord 2T specifications (rumored)

The OnePlus Nord 2T will come with a 6.43-inch AMOLED screen that has a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate.It comes preinstalled with Android 12 OS and OxygenOS 12 UI.

The Dimensity 1300 chipset will power the OnePlus Nord 2T. It will be accompanied by up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. It likely to house a 4,500mAh battery that supports 80W SuperVOOC charging.

The Nord 2T will come equipped with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The device is likely to launch between April and May in India. It is likely to be priced between Rs 30,000 (~$394) and Rs 40,000 (~$525) in the country. Rumors have it that OnePlus may discontinue the OnePlus Nord 2 before or after the arrival of the Nord 2T.

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Hauwei 5G phone case that enables 5G connectivity on 4G devices leaks

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 16, 2022

A Weibo tipster has revealed that Huawei could launch a 5G phone case that will enable 4G devices to transit to 5G connectivity. Currently, Huawei devices do not support 5G connectivity due to chip restrictions. The new technology could prove very important although the optics and performance capability of the system has not been established.

A chipset that supports 5G will trump the use of a 5G phone case inside a 4G-enabled device, but this could provide better performance than 4G. There is no official confirmation yet from Huawei on the rumored 5G phone cover and we do not have any release details yet. The Weibo tipster also stated that the rumored 5G phone case will indeed be less efficient than an integrated 5G chipset.

An image of the rumored Huawei 5G phone case was also shared by the tipster. It shows a large camera cutout that bears a striking semblance with the P50 series, The case also has a base gradient finishing on its rear side. The phone case, as per the render, has network bands on all sides meaning that it could indeed perform better than a regular P50 case for example.

Huawei continues to pursue ways of overcoming the debilitating sanction regime that has significantly downgraded its strides previously as a 5G leader. It had garnered loads of patents and even projected making inroads into 6G technology before sanctions rolled in.

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1More ComfoBuds Mini launched as the world’s smallest ANC TWS earbuds

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 16, 2022

The ComfoBuds Mini is the newest addition to the 1More ComfoBuds series and the company is hyping the device in some respects. The 1More ComfoBuds Mini is said to be the world’s smallest TWS earbuds that have active noise canceling technology. In the words of 1More, the name of the device does not stop it from being mighty.

The 1More ComfoBuds Mini boasts up to 24 hours battery life and IPX5 ingress rating as per its water-resistance credentials. The device is just another impressive addition to 1More’s growing list of innovative and cutting-edge devices. 1More is also credited with the first-ever THX-certified TWS earbuds. The 1More brand continues to churn out impressive and high-quality audio products.

The 1More ComfoBuds Mini is 17mm by 13mm which is as small as it can get. 1More says that the new ComfoBuds Mini is as small as a small glass marble. Each of the ComfoBuds Mini buds weighs 3.7g and offers great comfort with its ergonomic design that allows long-haul use. As stated by 1More, the ComfoBuds Mini provides a fatigue-free listening experience both in the day and at night. Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity ensures high-quality and seamless pairing with compatible devices.

The ComfoBuds Mini is available for around $100 in the US and United Kingdom via Amazon and the 1More web store. A discount of about $15 is also on offer till April 15 using the code ComfoMini15. There are no indications at this time whether other markets will catch a glimpse of the ComfoBuds Mini subsequently.

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Xiaomi 12 Lite moniker confirmed by IMEI Database listing

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Jed John Ikoba

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Mar 16, 2022

Xiaomi recently unveiled the Xiaomi 12 series which consists of the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, and Xiaomi 12 Pro. While the 12X is a relatively new entrant, Xiaomi may have got yet another model in the works. A new listing on the IMEI Database indicates that the Xiaomi 12 Lite could well be in the mix as well.

The Xiaomi 12 Lite may well be one of the proposed addition to the Xiaomi 12 series. There could be a few others that may be part of the series. The Xiaomi 12 Lite may be a pretty affordable smartphone and the cheapest in the series. From the IMEI database, we know that the new Xiaomi 12 Lite has model number 2203129G and is codenamed taoyao or L9.

The Xiaomi 12 Lite will likely come with some of the basic features of the series, but some key components may be scaled down to take care of the lower pricing for the model. As per the specs, it has a 6.55-inch curved OLED panel and a 120Hz display refresh rate. It has a fingerprint reader powered by Goodix, while the Snapdragon 778G+ chip is present. The main camera setup consists of three cameras including a 64MP primary sensor, ultra-wide angle, and macro lenses. These lenses however lack an optical image stabilizer. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is expected to run on Android 12 OS.

There are no indications of the pricing or scheduled release date of the Xiaomi 12 Lite. Xiaomi only confirmed that the 12 Lite won’t be launched in China but hasn’t said anything about a global launch. We hope to get more details in the coming days.

Potential OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite with 33W fast charging spotted on FCC database

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 16, 2022

Last week, early renders of the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite surfaced online, and now, a OnePlus device with the model number GN2200 has been spotted on FCC and other certification websites which could indeed be the upcoming Nord CE 2 Lite.

According to a MySmartPrice report, a mysterious OnePlus device with the model number “GN2200” has recently visited the FCC database revealing that it is capable of 5G connectivity and supports dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity.

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It also made an appearance on the UL (Demko) certification website revealing its 33W (SUPERVOOC) fast charging capability. It is also confirmed to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC, and the TUV Rheinland certification reveals that it has a 4500mAh battery. Lastly, it was spotted on the camerafv5 database revealing many camera-related specifications including a 64MP main camera.

So far, the rumors state that the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will likely come with a 6.59-inch FHD ‘fluid’ display, which means that it will support a refresh rate higher than 60Hz. The panel type could, however, be an LCD instead of an AMOLED.

The device is also said to come with the Snapdragon 695 SoC with support for 5G connectivity and will run Android 12 out of the box. The phone will house a large 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

For photography, the Nord CE 2 Lite will have a triple camera setup at the rear, comprised of a 64MP OmniVision primary camera, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. The selfie shooter upfront will be a 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor.

The specs revealed by the OnePlus GN2200 listings are all in line with the rumored specs of the upcoming Nord CE 2 Lite except for the battery capacity. Nevertheless, it is highly likely that the GN2200 is indeed the OnePlus Nord CE 2, and its receiving multiple certifications means that the device will debut soon.

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Huawei MatePad 2022, MatePad Yuedong & MatePad Paper e-ink tablet launched in China

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Sudhanshu

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Mar 16, 2022

At MWC 2022, Huawei introduced the Huawei MatePad 2022 and the MatePad Paper e-ink tablet on the global stage. And today, the company has debuted these devices in China.

Huawei MatePad 2022

The company has released two versions of the MatePad in China. First is the MatePad with the HiSilicon Kirin 710A chip and the other variant is called the MatePad Yuedong version, which comes equipped with the Snapdragon 778G SoC.

The Huawei MatePad 2022 sports a 10.4-inch IPS FullView touchscreen display with a resolution of 2000×120 pixels, 16.7 million colors, and 470nits brightness. The MatePad 2022 features a multi-window mode, as well as the Huawei Share multi-screen collaboration. It is also TuV Rheinland certified.

The processor is paired with 6GB RAM while the device comes with 64GB and 128GB storage options with support for expansion up to 512GB. The device runs HarmonyOS 2 out of the box which has a comprehensive improvement in system fluency compared with EMUI.

For the photography, the MatePad features a 13MP main camera at the rear with f/1.8 aperture and autofocus. The slate also comes with an 8MP selfie camera.

The tablet has a 7250mAh battery on board with support for 22.5W fast charging. There are multiple sensors present on the device like ambient light sensor, color temperature sensor, and more. The sound system is also tweaked by Harman Kardon.

Huawei MatePad Paper e-ink tablet

Huawei also launched the MatePad Paper e-ink tablet which was ranked as one of the “Best of Mobile World Congress 2022.” This product from Huawei is quite unique as it doubles as both an e-book reader and a tablet.

The Huawei MatePad Paper packs a 10.3-inch grayscale display screen with a resolution of 1872 x 1404 pixels and 227 PPI pixel density. The e-ink display comes with added features such as an anti-glare and reflective screen that aids low-light use. It has moderate bezzles on three sides while the left edge is slightly wider to give it the appearance of an open book. The device features a screen-to-body ratio of 86.3%.

Under the hood, the MatePad Paper houses a Kirin 820E SoC up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage. The e-ink tablet boots HarmonyOS 2 bringing features such as the ability to easily establish a connection between the tablet and Huawei’s laptops, PCs, tablets, and phones.

Giving this tablet the feel of an actual notepad is the second generation M-Pencil which comes bundled with the machine. The screen is well responsive to the stylus as Huawei tweaked the sensitivity of the textured screen. The M-Pencil features 4096 Levels of Pressure Sensitivity and low latency of 26ms making tasks like taking notes, annotating, edit books and other documents fluid and natural.

The tablet comes with WiFi 6+, a fingerprint sensor embedded under the power button, and Bluetooth 5.2 support and crams a 3625mAh battery that can deliver up to 28 days of battery life on standby. It also comes with 22.5W fast charging which Huawei claims can deliver up to 6 days reading with just a 1.5-hour charge. It supports reverse charging.

Huawei MatePad, MatePad Paper e-ink tablet pricing (China)

Huawei MatePad pricing:

6GB+64GB WiFi only- 1699 yuan ($267)
6GB+128GB WiFi only- 1899 yuan($299)

Huawei MatePad Yuedong Edition pricing:

6GB+64GB WiFi only- 2199 yuan ($346)
6GB+128GB WiFi only- 2399 yuan ($378)
6GB+128GB LTE version- 2699 yuan ($425)

Huawei MatePad Paper e-ink tablet pricing

4GB+64GB- 2999 yuan ($472)
6GB+128GB- 3699 yuan ($583)

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