Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 listed on Amazon India, launch imminent

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Mar 8, 2022

At MWC 2022, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Book2 Pro and the Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 laptops. Samsung India recently tweeted a teaser hinting at the Galaxy Book2 Pro 360’s arrival in the Indian market. And now, the device has officially appeared on Amazon India’s website.

According to the Amazon India landing page, the notebook is still listed as “Coming Soon” and therefore there is no confirmation about its actual release date. But the product is sure to launch sometime this month. Interested customers can even opt-in for the “Notify Me” function which will send you an email and notification when the laptop becomes available in the market.

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 specifications

The Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 comes with a 13.3-inch or 15.6-inch Full HD AMOLED touch screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio, 400 nits brightness in regular mode, and 500 nits while viewing HDR content. The laptop is pretty lightweight at 1.41kg and has a 360-degree hinge.

It runs Windows 11 OS out of the box and has support for the S Pen stylus. The Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 comes powered with Intel‘s 12th gen Core i7 and Core i5 processors, paired with integrated Iris XE graphics. The laptop is will be available with up to 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 1 TB of NVMe SSD storage.

The Book2 Pro 360 13.3-inch model has a 63Wh battery, while the 15.5-inch packs a 68Wh battery. Both carry support for 65W fast charging through USB-C.

The notebook comes with Dolby Atmos powered dual stereo 4 speakers. These devices are equipped with connectivity features such as Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.1, and 5G (only on Pro). When it comes to ports, these devices offer a Thunderbolt 4, a USB-C port (two on 360), 2 x USB 3.2 Type-A ports, an HDMI port, a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm audio jack.

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 starts at $1,249.99 in the US. So, we can expect it to launch around the same price in India, which is Rs 96,000 approx. The Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 will soon be available through Samsung Stores and Amazon India.

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Google delays Pixel 6a launch to July, Pixel Watch delayed to May: Report

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Sean

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Mar 8, 2022

While we already know that Google is planning on launching a Pixel 6a smartphone and its first smartwatch, the Pixel Watch soon, it appears that the company is delaying the release of both upcoming products.

as i mentioned in today’s show:

i am hearing that google has delayed the pixel 6a until late july. (chip shortage)

pixel watch is still may 26th, but the source believes it could soon be pushed as well.https://t.co/iqoh9RlCzk

— Jon Prosser (@jon_prosser) March 4, 2022

Previously, we had reported on the Search Engine giant’s new handset and smartwatch launch being imminent after they were listed on online carriers. But now, it seems that the brand’s budget smartphone has been delayed to July 2022. On the other hand, the Pixel Watch has also been delayed, and will reportedly launch in May. The news arrives from Jon Prosser who also claimed that the smartwatch might get even further delayed as well.

In other words, we are still a couple of months away from a Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch launch. The company’s first smartwatch was rumored to be unveiled on 26th May 2022, but its possible that it may launch along with the affordable new Pixel phone. Prosser claims that the primary reason for the delay of the two products is the ongoing chip shortage, which has already affected numerous industries across the globe, even fellow smartphone brands.

Furthermore, with its current generation of smartphones, Google is now shipping its Pixel devices with its proprietary Tensor chips. As of right now, the Pixel 6a is rumored to also feature the same Tensor GS101 SoC that is also found on the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Unfortunately, this is still an unconfirmed report so take this news with a pinch of salt and stick around as we will be providing more updates.

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Xiaomi 12 series global launch officially confirmed for March 15

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Mar 8, 2022

Xiaomi has officially announced that the much-awaited global launch of the Xiaomi 12 series will happen on March 15. The announcement put to rest speculations about the brand’s flagship launch outside China where the Xiaomi 12 series has been launched since last year. The launch event will commence at 8 PM China time (12PM UTC) and will stream live across various platforms including YouTube, Twitter, Facebook as well as Xiaomi’s own website. Although the company did not reveal the models that would be hitting the global turf, we expect the company to release the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12 Pro, and Xiaomi 12X. All three models were launched in China. There is no chance the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will be launched as well. A recent rumor tipped the 12 Ultra to have been delayed and will arrive in Q2 2022.

There is a likelihood that the more compact Xiaomi 12 mini could also join the global Xiaomi 12 series lineup. Other possible models could debut in the global launch, but any projection now will be in the realm of uncertainty.

The camera setup of the Xiaomi 12 series will be a major marketing point for the global edition of the smartphones, as they will come with an excellent rear and front-facing camera setup. It is also indicated that the theme of the March 15 event is Master every scene, which hopes to showcase the impressive camera system of the lineup. All three models in the lineup have a 50MP rear in combination with telephoto and ultra-wide sensors that combine for a great camera system.

All three global models in the Xiaomi 12 series come with Qualcomm Snapdragon chips. While the Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, the 12X has the Snapdragon 870.

There is no word yet on the pricing but the Xiaomi 12 series is rumored to start in the EU at €600-700 for the base 12X model while the Xiaomi 12 will reportedly retail for €899. The top-end Xiaomi 12 Pro is said to start at €1,099. If these speculated prices are anything to go by, the Xiaomi 12 series will have some stiff competition to contend with.

realme Buds Air 3 tipped to offer upto 42dB noise reduction and more

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Mar 8, 2022

The realme Buds Air 3 have been confirmed to launch sometime this month, but ahead of that, a tipster has shared multiple specifications of the TWS earbuds.

Notable industry insider Digital Chat Station with a post on Weibo shared a screenshot from the connection page for the earbuds, showing that they indeed look just like previously leaked renders and live images.

Along with the screenshot, the tipster also revealed that the realme Buds Air 3 support up to 42dB noise reduction with the built-in ANC feature. They’re even certified by Rheinland high-performance noise reduction, so there’s that.

Aside from that, the earbuds offer up to 30 hours of battery life, come with “customized hearing sense,” and support the latest Bluetooth 5.2 standard. Dual device connection is present too.

As for release, the earbuds are expected to be launched the same day as the realme GT NEO 3. The phone is an upper-mid-range device and will be one of the first to be powered by the Dimensity 8100 chip.

The realme Buds Air 3 are expected to arrive in two color variants, namely Galaxy White and Starry Blue. However, it is highly likely that the company might later add more color options as it did with the Realme Buds Air 2.

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Instagram has discontinued Boomerang & Hyperlapse apps

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Sean

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Mar 8, 2022

Instagram has just removed two of its standalone applications from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The two new apps that were discontinued include Boomerang and Hyperlapse.

Also missing from Play Store! 👀 pic.twitter.com/q6rNmMVdIl

— ㆅ (@WFBrother) March 7, 2022

In other words, both of these apps are no longer available on either iOS or Android devices. Many Twitter users found out that the social media platform had removed both of the apps from the app stores. Recently, the Meta owned brand had also announced that it was discontinuing its standalone app for IGTV as well. This was primarily due to Instagram’s plan on shifting its focus to a single main app rather than a bunch of smaller ones.

Furthermore, the company had already integrated the IGTV platform into the primary app for years now. Similarly, Boomerang and Hyperlapse were always features on the main app. So, it arrives as no surprise that the social media platform quietly discontinued both of the apps. These were originally launched during a time when smartphone had limited performance. Thus, you had a separate app dedicated to just the Boomerang and Hyperlapse feature.

Despite the standalone apps offering a better Boomerang effect or time lapse recording overall, these features have been available in the main app for a while now. On the other hand, Instagram’s Layout application is still available for download. This app helps in making photo collages, but it shouldn’t take too long for the company to take this down as well.

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HOP OXO electric motorcycle with 100km top speed to launch soon in India, pre-bookings start

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Mar 8, 2022

Rajasthan-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer HOP Electric Mobility has officially announced its very first e-motorcycle for India. Dubbed HOP OXO, the bike is currently undergoing testing in the country but is expected to be launched quite soon. You can still reserve one for yourself right now, though, for just Rs 999 with the freshly started pre-booking.

HOP was actually the first Indian EV manufacturer to perform a consumer-based trial for the electric bike and managed to clock over 30,000kms during testing (via 91mobiles). The company is looking to get real-life, road condition testing so as to address all issues and shortcomings of the bike during the beta phase itself.

Testing so far has been performed in over 20 cities including Jaipur, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Jodhpur, Ludhiana, and more.

Not much is known about the HOP OXO aside from the fact that it will offer a top speed of 100kmph and that will offer a range of up to 100km on a single complete charge of its swappable battery.

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A teaser video uploaded on the microsite for the bike reveals that it will have sporty styling with disc brakes on the front and back.

Alternatively, the company also sells HOP LEO and LYF electric scooters in India.

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New iQOO U-series (V2180GA) phone’s full specifications appear at TENAA

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 8, 2022

An upcoming iQOO smartphone with a V2180GA model has appeared in the database of China’s TENAA certification site. The listing reveals that it is packed with mid-range specs, which indicates that it could be a forthcoming U-series iQOO smartphone.

iQOO V2180GA specifications

The iQOO V2180GA’s TENAA listing reveals that it will be sporting a 6.51-inch HD+ display that offers a 20:9 aspect ratio. An unnamed 2.4GHz octa-core CPU is at the helm of the device. It is likely to be released in China in 4 GB and 8 GB RAM editions. While it houses a 4,910mAh rated battery, there is no word on its charging capabilities.

The rear-facing dual-camera system of the phone has a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel secondary snapper. Placed on the front is an 8-megapixel selfie camera. It seems to be fitted with a side-mounted fingerprint reader.

The Android 12 OS is likely to come preinstalled on the iQOO V2180GA. Lastly, it lacks support for 5G connectivity as it is a 4G LTE device. Hopefully, newer reports will reveal the final marketing name of the device. With TENAA certification in tow, iQOO is likely to announce the V2180GA handset as early as this month in China.

Last week, a Vivo phone with V2180A was approved by TENAA and 3C certification sites. The specifications of Vivo V2180A and iQOO V2180GA are almost identical. The Vivo phone is likely to arrive with 64 GB and 128 GB storage options, whereas the iQOO smartphone may come with 128 GB and 256 GB storage variants. The TENAA images of the V2180GA are not available yet. In all likelihood, it is likely to look identical to the V2180A handset.

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Sony console prototype shipment, hints at PS5 Pro development

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Sean

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Mar 8, 2022

While Sony is still struggling to supply the world with its popular PlayStation 5 game consoles, it seems that the company is already working on another console. A new report has suggested that a prototype console is currently in development, and it might be the PS5 Pro.

The news arrives from TweakTown (Via TomsGuide) who spotted the prototype on import records on the Sony’s shipping boxes of development kits that were being sent to the US. The Japanese tech giant is already rumored to also be working on a lighter model with a smaller heatsink, but now, it seems that a higher end version is also in development. The brand’s shipment reads “video game consol [sic.] (prototype),” which was dispatched from the UK to the UK.

It is still entirely possible that the shipment could be for an old prototype. But it is more likely that the company might be working on a refreshed model of the PS5. The new gaming console could even feature hardware upgrades or revisions. So it could be either a slim model with a smaller size or a Pro version with more powerful specifications. As of right now, it is more or less certain that a Slim version will launch sometime in the near future.

But, considering that Sony had launched a PS4 Pro with the last generation, it won’t be a surprise if the prototype in question is for the PlayStation 5 Pro. Keep in mind that this is still just speculation at the moment, so take this report with a pinch of salt for now and stay tuned for more updates.

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Lenovo ThinkBook G4+ series laptops pre-orders officially announced to start this month

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Mar 8, 2022

Lenovo, at CES 2022, released a new iteration of its ThinkBook series of laptops with the latest 12th Gen Intel processors. While pre-order dates hadn’t been announced then, the company has now finally revealed them.

Lenovo says that pre-sale will commence later this month (via IT Home). The series comprises ThinkBook 14 G4+ and ThinkBook 16 G4+ notebooks, both of which will be equipped with Intel Alder Lake-H45 CPUs, up to RTX 2050 graphics cards, and 16GB of LPDDR5 memory.

The ThinkBook 14+ is approximately 15.9 mm thick, weighs 1.4 kg, and features a 14-inch 16:10 IPS display with up to 2.8K (2880×1800) 90Hz options. The ThinkBook 16+ features a larger 16-inch 16:10 IPS display and offers a display with specs reaching up to 2.5K (2560×1600) 120Hz. Both laptops are equipped with a Thunderbolt 4 interface, USB-A/C ports, and an HDMI port.

Options of 46.5 Whr and 62 Whr battery capacities are offered for the ThinkBook 14+ while the ThinkBook 16+ gets 57 Whr and 71 Whr configs.

At CES, Lenovo announced that the ThinkBook 14 G4+ will start at $839 while the Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ will start at $859, and that both will be sold starting April.

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Huawei Mate X3 foldable smartphone could be released later this year

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Mar 8, 2022

Under the leadership of Huawei, Chinese companies are expected to break into the premium smartphone space with their foldable offerings, a report from China Business News states. Huawei was actually the first Chinese company to launch a foldable phone in the form of the Mate X, and it now looks like it’s going to refresh the device with a newer iteration this year.

A few companies like Jingyan Technology are reportedly gaining component orders for an upcoming foldable phone from Huawei, which a tipster today has revealed is most likely none other than the Huawei Mate X3. The device will most likely be launched later this year.

The Huawei Mate X2 was launched early last year with an 8-inch 90Hz OLED foldable inner screen and a 6.45-inch 90Hz OLED outer screen. It is powered by the Kirin 9000 5G chip in China and comes with a quad-camera setup, topped by a 50MP snapper. The battery is sized 4,500mAh with support for 55W fast charging.

Another special edition of the phone was then launched later last year called Mate X2 Collector’s Edition, costing a hefty 18,999 Yuan (around $3,000).

The Huawei Mate X3 will most likely sport a form factor very similar to its predecessor but should come with a number of improvements. The OPPO Find N proves that creases can nearly be done away with already, so expect the Mate X3 to pull off something similar.

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OPPO to launch a clamshell phone & rollable display phone in 2022: Tipster

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Sean

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Mar 8, 2022

A known tipster on Weibo (a Chinese microblogging website) has just revealed that Oppo is planning on launch two new unique smartphones later this year. These supposed handsets will include the clamshell design.

According to Digital Chat Station, the Chinese smartphone maker is planning on launching additional foldable models of smartphones following the release of its Find N. Apparently, the brand’s first foldable offering saw sales that were higher than what was initially expected. So now, it is planning on launching two new models as well. One of these would feature the clamshell design while the second model will be a higher end variant that will feature a display that is larger than the Find N.

For those unaware, the Find N was launched back in December 2022. Furthermore, this higher end model will reportedly launch with a price tag of around 10,000 Yuan (roughly 1,583 US Dollars), as per the tipster. In other words, it will be even more expensive than the Find N, which was relatively one of the most affordable phones in the foldable handset segment.

Notably, Digital Chat Station also stated that the display on this upcoming premium handset will be a rollable panel. Meaning, it might be similar in design to the OPPO X 2021 rollable phone concept, which was the world’s first smartphone with an extending display. It could extend its display for 6.7 inches to 7.4 inches thanks to its 6.8mm Roll Motor and flexible OLED panel design. Keep in mind that this is still an unconfirmed news, so take this report with a pinch of salt for now. But it would be impressive if the company manages to launch this device since it would be the first mass produced commercial model of a rollable phone.

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Realme RMX3575/6 TENAA certified, specifications and images revealed, may debut as Realme V21 5G

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 8, 2022

A new mid-range Realme phone with a RMX3575 model number has been certified by the TENAA authority of China. At the same time, another model with RMX3576 has also bagged TENAA certification. Since both handsets offer identical specs and designs, it appears that both model numbers belong to the network variants of the same smartphone.

Realme RMX3575/6 specifications

The Realme RMX3575/6 has a 6.56-inch TFT display that delivers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The device is likely to arrive with Android 12 preinstalled.

The RMX3575/6 is driven by a 2.2GHz octa-core processor and 4 GB / 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM. Each of these RAM variants is expected to come with 128 GB of internal storage. For additional storage, it has a microSD card slot.

The device packs a 4,980mAh rated battery. It is likely to receive 3C certification soon through which its charging capabilities will be revealed.

It has an 8-megapixel camera for capturing selfies. The back panel of the device has a dual-camera setup featuring a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel auxiliary lens. It weighs around 185.5 grams and has 163.8 x 75.1 x 8.1mm dimensions.

According to tipster WHY LAB, the Realme RMX3575/6 may debut in the Chinese market with the Realme V21 name. The budget-friendly 5G phone could be powered by the Dimensity 700 chipset. Now that the RMX3575/6 has bagged TENAA certification, it may launch in the coming days in China.

In related news, Realme recently unveiled the Realme V25 5G smartphone in China. The Snapdragon 695 powered handset is a tweaked version of India’s Realme 9 Pro 5G.

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OPPO Reno4 5G, Reno4 Pro 5G receive Android 12-based ColorOS 12 stable update in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 8, 2022

Just as scheduled, OPPO started rolling out ColorOS 12 stable update based on Android 12 for the OPPO Reno4 5G series in China yesterday (March 7). The update is live for all four models in the lineup, such as vanilla, pro, and two special editions of the pro.

Oppo Reno 4 Pro Artist Limited Edition Featured — OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G Artist Limited Edition

OPPO kickstarted the ColorOS 12 beta program for the Chinese OPPO Reno4 5G series in mid-January. Almost two months later, the handsets have now begun to receive the stable update.

According to the official announcement post on OPPO Community China, the update is live for the following models,

OPPO Reno4 5G
OPPOReno4 Pro 5G
OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G 2020 Summer Limited Edition
OPPO Reno4 Pro 5G Artist Limited Edition

In order to receive the update, users should be running firmware version C.37 on the vanilla variant and C.36 on the pro variants. To download and install the update, they need to navigate to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Upgrade Early Adopters > Official Version Application > Agree to Privacy Policy > Apply Now > Check for Updates.

The above procedure is only for those who want to try the update right away. The update will be made available for everyone via regular OTA from Settings > Software Update in the coming days if these early adopters don’t face any major issues.

Xiaomi 12 Ultra delayed, will now likely be launched in Q2 2022

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Mar 8, 2022

Xiaomi in December last year unveiled three flagship mobile phones, namely, the Xiaomi 12, 12 Pro, and 12X, leaving a fourth ‘Ultra’ model hanging. While the phone hasn’t yet been teased officially, multiple leaks have outlined what to expect. The phone was earlier rumored to launch sometime during the first quarter of 2022, but that looks to now be delayed.

Tipster Digital Chat Station (via IT Home) says that an engineering version of the device, likely built for testing purposes, was seen in January with the standard Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. But Xiaomi looks to be aiming to ship the 12 Ultra with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus, because of which the device has now been delayed. It could be possible that the company is facing trouble procuring sufficient stock of the upcoming chip.

According to previous leaks, the rear camera module of the Xiaomi 12 Ultra is expected to adopt a circular shape and will sit in the center of a large section that will span almost the entire top half of the phone. Just take a look at the image below to get an idea.

Xiaomi Mi 12 Ultra Concept renders — Xiaomi 12 Ultra by LetsGoDigital

The camera module itself will most likely house three lenses — a main camera at the center, a periscope telephoto camera, and finally an ultrawide-angle snapper.

The display is expected to be a 2K OLED display from Samsung. The battery is expected to be sized 4860mAh with support for 120W wired and 50W wireless charging.

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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Bluetooth SIG certified, launch seems imminent

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Mar 8, 2022

Samsung has recently unveiled the Galaxy A13 4G and Galaxy A23 5G smartphones. The company is expected to soon unveil the Galaxy A33 5G and Galaxy A53 5G handsets. Both models are expected to launch at some point this month. It appears that the more powerful Galaxy A73 5G will also be launching soon as it has bagged certification from the Bluetooth SIG authority of China.

As can be seen in the screenshot below, the Galaxy A73 5G that has an SM-A736B / SM-A736B_DS model number has been approved by the Bluetooth SIG authority. The listing confirms that it carries support for Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. Now that the device is Bluetooth certified, it may launch by the end of this month or in April.

The Galaxy A73 5G was recently spotted at the Geekbench benchmarking site. The listing revealed that the device is equipped with the Snapdragon 778G chipset, 8 GB of RAM, and Android 12 OS. The handset has also been spotted in the database of the FCC certification recently. The FCC listing had revealed that the device will carry support for 25W fast charging. However, it is unclear whether the retail package of the A73 will include a charger.

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G specifications

The Galaxy A73 5G rumors have revealed that it has a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ display that offers a 90Hz refresh rate and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The device may feature a 32-megapixel front camera and its rear shell could be fitted with an OIS-assisted 108-megapixel main camera, + 12-megapixel, + 8-megapixel, and a 2-megapixel quad-camera unit.

The SD778G powered device may come with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. It may draw power from a 5,000mAh battery. Probably, it will be equipped with an IP67 rated water-resistant chassis.

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International Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, POCO X3 GT receive MIUI 13 update based on Android 12

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 8, 2022

The MIUI 13 update for eligible devices has been rolling out since January. The latest handsets to receive the fresh software are the international variants of Mi 11 Ultra and POCO X3 GT. The original Chinese version of the former phone was one of the first to get access, while the original model of the latter smartphone got the update only recently.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra Featured 04 — Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra sold outside mainland China is the same as the one sold in the company’s home country. The MIUI 13 update is currently live for two international versions of the handset, namely EEA and Global. The new system update for these models arrives with build numbers 13.0.5.0.SKAEUXM and V13.0.2.0.SKAMIXM respectively.

On the other hand, the POCO X3 GT is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G. The MIUI 13 update for it is only available for the variant sold in Indonesia. The software update bears build number V13.0.1.0.SKPIDXM.

Apart from bringing new MIUI features, the latest OTA system update for the aforementioned smartphones also comes with Android 12. Hence, they are getting their first major MIUI and Android updates together.

With that being said, as usual, Xiaomi is seeding out the update in batches. Therefore, it will take some time to reach every user. We also expect the company to extend the availability of the update to more regional variants in the coming days.

Latest Apple iPad Air may feature M1 series chipset: Report

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Sean

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Mar 8, 2022

The Apple event is just a few hours away, but prior to the conference, a new report has revealed information related to the upcoming iPad Air. Apparently, the latest generation of iPad Air will feature the company’s proprietary silicon, the M1 series chipset.

For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant is set to unveil a number of new products during its March 8 event. This includes its newest affordable iPhone, the iPhone SE 3, a new Mac mini, 5th gen iPad Air, and possibly even a new external display as well. Now, a new MacRumors report revealed more information regarding the upcoming iPad model. Similar to the 2021 iPad Pro, the fifth gen iPad Air will also launch with an M1 chip.

As per previous rumors, the new iPad Air was initially believed to arrive with the A15 chip that supports 5G networking, like the iPad mini. Although, it seems that the brand may just launch it with an M1 chip, bringing it more in line with its higher end iPad models. However, Apple could skip some of the features on the premium iPad. In other words, the upcoming iPad Air won’t feature the Pro variant’s ProMotion display technology and LiDAR sensor on the rear camera module.

Talking about the chip itself, the M1 chipset features an 8 core CPU compared to the 6 cores on the A15 SoC. So, the iPad Air will offer improved performance over any A15 based iPad models. The company is set to begin its “Peek Performance” at 10 am Pacific Time today (8th March 2022), so stick around as we will be covering the conference.

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OnePlus Nord 2T could be codenamed ‘Karen,’ will have two flashlights of different colors

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Mar 8, 2022

The upcoming OnePlus Nord 2T has now hit the testing phase in India, a new report says, while also sharing a sketch of the rear camera module of the device.

Codenamed ‘Karen,’ the device is expected to succeed the OnePlus Nord 2 launched in July 2021. While it’s not certain if Karen is indeed the OnePlus Nord 2T, it sure does appear so.

Near-complete specs of the phone were leaked already a couple of months back but this is the first time we are getting a glimpse at its design — or at least a part of it. The sketch (via PriceBaba) depicts a fairly unique-looking camera module containing a couple of camera rings.

OnePlus-Nord-2T-camera-module — Via PriceBaba

One would point out here that the ring has been borrowed from the Nord 2, but upon a closer look, you’d note that the second camera ring houses not one, but two camera lenses. From these, the one on the top has been labeled as an ultrawide lens while the other is expected to be a monochrome lens. The main camera, meanwhile, gets its own ring.

Additionally, the camera island houses flash units, split into warm and cool flashlights. Most phones combine the two into a single unit but they look to be separated on the Nord 2T for that oomph factor.

Lastly, the report says that the Nord 2T’s camera has curved edges. A previous leak had revealed that the setup will comprise 50MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, and 2MP monochrome cameras, which is the same as the Nord 2. Device launch in India is expected to be a couple of weeks away.

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Sony Xperia 10 IV design and specs leaked in high-res renders

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Pranav Sawant

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Mar 8, 2022

Sony is expected to launch the Xperia 10 IV smartphone in the coming months. The popular tipster @OnLeaks in collaboration with Zoutons has now shared the high-resolution renders of the device. The renders give away the design and also touts some of its specs.

The Sony Xperia 10 IV will bring the standard Sony design and is expected to be a mid-range phone. The renders reveal that it will come in two shades – White and Black. But as per the publication, the device will also come in Mint Green and Berry Blue colors.

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The smartphone has a tall display at the front and a triple camera setup at the rear. This display is said to be a 6.0-inch OLED AMOLED display. It isn’t a full-screen panel and the bezels are visible. Unlike the Xperia 10 III, it will be a flat panel. The phone will have the following dimensions – 153.3 x 67.3 x 8.4mm. The device’s thickness will measure at roughly 9.0mm including the rear camera bump.

Speaking of the cameras, the Xperia 10 IV will have a vertical camera system, sporting three lenses. Unfortunately, the megapixel numbers aren’t revealed. At the top of the cameras, there’s the LED flash.

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The smartphone has a side-facing fingerprint scanner and features a volume rocker above the scanner. Following up with its dimensions, it has a USB Type-C port at the bottom and comes with dual front-firing speakers.

The smartphone will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 octa-core SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The phone will pack a 4,000mAh battery and will boot on the Android 11 OS.

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Samsung Galaxy F23 5G launched in India with Snapdragon 750G SoC, 120Hz display, Samsung Pay, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Mar 8, 2022

As expected, Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy F23 5G in India. It is the first Galaxy F series smartphone of 2022. The handset not only offers 5G connectivity but also other interesting features. Let’s take a look at them, in addition to the phone’s price and the availability.

Samsung Galaxy F23 5G Specifications and Features

The Galaxy F23 5G features a plastic body like most Samsung smartphones, except for premium models. It is built around a 6.6-inch TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels, up to 120Hz refresh rate, and a dewdrop notch. This screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

The handset is run by Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G SoC. It boots One UI 4.1 based on Android 12 with Samsung Knox security. The company promises 2 years of OS updates and 4 years of security updates.

For photography and videography, the device uses a triple camera system on the rear consisting of a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 primary sensor, an 8MP 123° ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. On the front, there’s an 8MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Connectivity options on the phone include dual-SIM, 5G (12 bands), dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, NFC with support for Samsung Pay, and USB Type-C. It also sports a dedicated MicroSD card slot, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Finally, the device gets its juice from a 5,000mAh battery, which can charge at a maximum rate of 25W. But unfortunately, it does not ship with a power adapter (charger).

Samsung Galaxy F23 5G Price and Availability in India

The Galaxy F23 5G will retail at the following price tags in India.

Actual Price

4GB + 128GB – ₹17,499
6GB + 128GB – ₹18,499

Introductory Price (₹1,500 off)

4GB + 128GB – ₹15,999
6GB + 128GB – ₹16,999

Colors

Aqua Blue
Forest Green

For those unaware, Samsung is known for selling its online-specific budget smartphones at their introductory price tags for a long time. In fact, this offer comes and goes every now and then.

The handset is scheduled to go on sale starting at 12 PM on March 16 via Flipkart, Samsung.com (Samsung Shop), and select retail stores across the country. Customers can avail an instant cashback of ₹1,000 on ICICI Bank cards and 2 months of YouTube Premium subscription for free.

With the offers, the effective price of Galaxy F23 5G comes down to ₹14,999 (4GB + 128GB) and ₹15,999 (6GB + 128GB).