BYD is working on a new refreshed model of its Han EV. But prior to its launch, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology shared the list of the latest batch of new energy vehicle models (NEV), which revealed some interesting information about the upcoming EV.
According to an ITHomereport, the maximum cruising range of the new Han EV has been upgraded from 605 kilometers on the current model to 715 kilometers on the upcoming version. Furthermore, the Chinese automobile manufacturer is apparently also planning on launching another model that has a cruising range of 610 kilometers as well. Although, both the newer variants will be equipped with a battery pack of 85.44KWh.
The version with the 610 kilometer range is equipped with dual motors, with one on the front and one on the rear. The former packs a maximum power of 180kW while the latter has a 200kW motor, along with a peak torque of 350N.M. On the other hand, the 715 kilometer range model is only equipped with a single front motor that has a maximum power of 180kW and a peak torque of 350N.M as well.
The report adds that the car will feature a design similar to its predecessor, although, the front grille is slightly enlarged. The new BYD Han EV will also have a logo placed on the this front region that is built for air intake. Unfortunately, the report did not reveal any finer details regarding this upcoming model like its pricing or availability. So stay tuned for more updates.
Xiaomi released the Android 12 based MIUI 13 back in December for the Chinese market. The company recently teased the upcoming launch of the MIUI 13 global version and Now, Xiaomi India has announced that the MIUI 13 Indian variant will also arrive soon in the sub-continent.
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Although no specific date has been hinted at by the company, the Android 12 based OS is expected to launch on February 9th. Yesterday, Redmi India confirmed that the upcoming Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11S will launch on February 9th. The brand will also introduce the Redmi Smart TV X43 and the Redmi Smart Band Pro at this launch event.
MIUI 13 Features
The MIUI 13 brings Liquid Storage which reduces fragmentation and actively manages stored data along with improving defragmentation efficiency by up to 60 percent. There’s also Atomized Memory that brings RAM efficiency.
It also has Focused Algorithms for dynamically allocating system resources based on usage scenarios which help make the interface fluid and responsive. It also prioritizes active apps, allowing the CPU to focus on important tasks.
There’s also a Smart Balance feature to automatically find the balance between performance and power consumption. It is also claimed to extend the battery life by up to 10 percent.
Visually, the MIUI 13 comes with the Material You theme engine, which changes the color theme of apps to match the colors of your current wallpaper; however, the functionality is currently only working for Google apps. Another visual change is the new control center which looks a lot like the control center of an iPhone.
The February 9th launch date of the MIUI 13 Indian version is still unconfirmed and therefore we will be keeping an eye out for any notable developments, so stay tuned.
Realme is gearing up for the launch of the new Realme 9 Pro series for the global markets. But prior to its release, the company has just shared an official teaser that has revealed some of its color variants.
In a Twitter post, Realme’s Vice President, Madhav Sheth, offered us a look at two of the color variants of the upcoming 9 Pro and 9 Pro+ smartphones. The senior official’s tweet asked Twitter users about their preferences between the two colors, which included a Sunrise Blue and a Glittery Red. While the executive does not outright state that these colors are for the Realme 9 Pro series, we can safely assume that it’s for the upcoming smartphones since the 9 Pro was recently spotted in Sunrise Blue at the hands of a known Indian cricketer KL Rahul.
While the launch of both smartphones is just around the corner, we do have some specifications regarding these devices. The Realme 9 Pro+ is confirmed to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor alongside a Mali G68 GPU. On the other hand, the 9 Pro is expected to arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC paired with an Adreno 619 GPU.
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Furthermore, both handsets will reportedly feature AMOLED display panels with higher refresh rates. The new devices are set to launch in India on 16th February 2022 and the company will also launch the Watch S100 and Buds Air 3 later this month in India. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event.
The Indian wearables company Noise has just released the Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz budget smartwatch in the Indian market. The smartwatch is listed on e-commerce websites like Amazon India, Flipkart, and Noise online store.
Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz specs and features
The Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz features a 1.69-inch (240×280 pixels) TFT LCD display with thick bezels and a thicker chin. The default screen can be customized with over 100 watch faces and the smartwatch comes with Google Assistant and Siri support. Bluetooth calling is also featured, meaning you can simply leave your phone untouched in your pocket for calls. In addition to that, the smartwatch also enables users to check their recent call records and contacts directly from the Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz.
Health-related features include monitoring systems like sleep monitor, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) monitoring, and heart rate monitoring. A total of nine sports modes are supported including running, walking, cycling, yoga, and others.
One of the most interesting features of the device is the ability to play mini-games, a couple of which are pre-installed on the watch. The promo images show a Flappy Bird-like game so you already know how to pass time if stuck in a long queue.
For connectivity, the Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz supports Bluetooth 5.1 and can be paired with smartphones running at least Android 4 or iOS 8. There’s also an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. Lastly, the battery is sized 230mAh battery and is claimed to last for 7 days on a single complete charge. A full charge takes about two hours.
Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz pricing and color options
Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz is priced at Rs. 4,999 ($67), though the smartwatch is initially going on sale with an introductory price of Rs. 3,499 ($47). It comes in Jet Black, Midnight Gold, Olive Gold, and Silver Grey colors.
Over the last couple of days, POCO India has begun sharing cryptic puzzles on its official Twitter account. The company has been teasing these puzzles on social media, and solving them offers you a chance of winning special prizes.
Looking at these tweets, we can see various different types of puzzles being shared on the popular microblogging website. Some of these puzzles include puzzles like “What’s common between” a certain number of images, ‘find the word’ type puzzles, and more. These puzzles are still ongoing, with the latest one being shared just an hour ago today (2nd February 2022).
As of right now, it is unknown what these puzzles are teasing and what they are leading up to. Although, it seems that the Chinese smartphone maker might simply be planning on sharing gifts with winners. On the other hand, these might be teasers that lead up to the POCO X4 NFC and its three other variants, including the X4, X4 GT, and X4 Pro. Earlier today, we had even reported on the X4 Pro being spotted with the 2201116PG model number.
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Furthermore, the upcoming lineup is expected to be somewhat related to the Redmi Note 11 series of smartphones. The X4 Pro is expected to sport a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 695 chipset, up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, up to 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage, Android 11 with MIUI 13, and a 5,000mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging. Keep in mind that this is just speculation at the moment so take this report with a pinch of salt and stick around for more updates.
Ford is planning on investing up to 20 billion US Dollars as it seeks to step into the electric vehicle market. The large sum will help reorganize its operations to include EVs in the future.
According to a Bloombergreport, the American automobile giant had previously announced that it will be spending around 30 billion US Dollars on electric and autonomous vehicle development by 2025. In other words, this news is in line with its initial plans. Furthermore, Ford is reportedly bringing Apple and Tesla executive Doug Field, who will be in charge of the reorganization.
This will have him oversee the conversion of its factories from gas based to electric vehicle production. Doug Field had also served as the vice president of special projects at Apple. He also led the Cupertino based giant’s efforts for a self driving electric car. He even worked as the chief vehicle engineer at Tesla.
The shift in focus will have the brand hire more engineers as well. As of right now, Tesla is leading the EV market, with Ford struggling to catch up. While the company is a major player in the automobile industry, selling more F series trucks alone than Tesla’s entire output, it still is behind the latter in terms of EVs. Notably, Elon Musk’s vision of an all electric future has also been successful with investors owing to its future potential. So it remains to be seen if Ford manages to successfully expand into the EV segment and rival both Tesla and other Chinese EV makers that have grown in popularity recently.
Despite the Pixel 6 series being in the news over various bugs and issues, the Google flagship lineup has seen great success in the market. Now, an official financial report from the company has revealed that the new phones have even managed to break past its previous sales records.
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Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet (parent company of Google), stated in the earning’s call that the Pixel 6 series has set an “all time quarterly sales record.” The senior official attributed the latest Pixel phones’ success to its new real time translation tools (Via AndroidPolice). Unfortunately, the Search Engine giant did not reveal any accurate figures and groups its hardware products along with its software as “Google Services.”
It includes Android, Chrome, Google Maps, Search, Google Play, and YouTube as well. But looking at the overall financial figures, we can clearly tell that the brand saw a notable rise, as its revenue hit 69 billion US Dollars in Q4 2021. This also marked a noticeable bump compared to the fourth and final quarter of 2020, in which the company had a revenue of 52.8 billion US Dollars. Meanwhile, profits also saw a boost, reaching 26 billion US Dollars in 2021, compared to 19 billion US Dollars from back in 2020.
With the Pixel series launching sometime between October and November, its clear great sales of the premium grade smartphones helped Google boost its revenue. However, it is still doubtful if the Pixel 6 is actually the best selling Pixel ever, considering it isn’t as widely available as its predecessors and has only been available since October 2021. But with its current pace, it might become the most popular Pixel model.
Peloton has added a new armband to its lineup of fitness devices and it offers greater comfort than the chest-based heart rate monitors. The Peloton Heart Rate Armband is priced at $90 and will be appropriate for tracking workouts using its optical heart rate sensor. It is also easier to use than the chest strap which requires precise placement and a moistened contact point.
The Peloton Heart Rate Band will be a great device for persons with mobility issues who may find it difficult or outright impossible to use chest-based heart rate monitors. It is available in the United States, Australia, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom, while other regions could subsequently get access to the device.
The Peloton app provides greater depth for the heart rate armband, with several functions and data analysis available via the app. The Peloton Heart Rate Band also works with other devices like treadmills, and Bike models.
Interestingly, the armband is also compatible with other products that recognize common Bluetooth heart rate monitors although there is no ANT+ support.
The price of the Peloton Heart Rate Band ($90) may be on the high side in comparison with current heart rate bands. The corresponding Peloton chest strap is priced at $49, while arm-based bands might be ineffective for some persons.
Earlier this month, we had reported on Microsoft finally bringing the Android 11 OS update to its dual display smartphone, the Surface Duo. But while the official build seems to be behind the overall mobile market, it seems that an unofficial build is up to date with the PC market.
According to an ITHomereport, developer Gustave Monce of the main LumiaWoA project shared images of a Surface Duo running on Windows 11 based on the ARM64 system. Previously, Gustave had also ported Windows 10 OS on the American tech giant’s Lumia 950XL as well. Similarly, he had also managed to port Windows 11 ARM on the dual display smartphone as well.
Now, it seems that the project has seen further progress as it is running on Windows 11 ARM64 system. For those unaware, Microsoft has officially ended the support for Windows 10 mobile, so the efforts of the WoA developers have helped older Lumia models receive updates and even refresh their entire OS as well. These developers are an independent group that has been working on the unofficial Windows on ARM project for the last year years.
The project initially focused on Windows 10, but with the launch of Windows 11, they are now also working on the newer operating system as well. Gustave even shared images of the Surface Duo running Windows 11. So it is safe to assume that the project will soon grow to include other devices soon.
Apple is expected to host a new product launch event in spring, sometime in March or April where the brand could launch its new iPhone SE 3 model along with new iPad Air and at least one MacBook model with the new Apple Silicon chip.
Amid all this, there are also reports related to the much-awaited Apple AirPods Pro 2 making rounds. There’s now a new report about the upcoming TWS earbuds with a feature that Samsung experimented with a few years back.
It is being claimed by Mark Gurman and Debby Wu of Bloomberg that the upcoming models of the AirPods 2 will come packed with motion sensors for the fitness tracking capabilities alongside the Apple Watch.
They are also claiming that the second-generation AirPods Pro will have a revamped design, eliminating the stems that drop below the earbuds. It is also expected to be powered by an upgraded chip that brings advanced audio-related functions like active noise cancellation and more improvements, resulting in improved battery life.
It is also being claimed that the earbuds may support Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) and if that happens, then it would be the first TWS earphones from the Cupertino-based tech giant to support lossless audio.
Another interesting development is that the charging case of the AirPods Pro 2 could have support for emitting sound. This is to help find the charging case if it’s separated from the AirPods or has been misplaced by the user.
Currently, the AirPods themselves make a noise when trying to locate them via the Find My app. Further, Kuo adds that the earphones may undergo a redesign to focus more on fitness which could include a more rounded shape.
As for the launch timeline, it is said that the AirPods 2 Pro won’t be available for purchase until Q4 2022, which means that they will go on sale for the holiday season this year, somewhere between October and December.
A couple of weeks ago, the Honor Magic V smartphone, which is the brand’s first foldable smartphone, went on sale in the Chinese market. The device was sold out soon after it was made available for purchase.
Now, the company has again made the device available for purchase in China. This is the second time the Honor Magic V smartphone is up for sale.
The Honor Magic V comes in configurations — 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage which costs 9,999 yuan (~$1,572) and 12GB RAM with 512GB internal storage, which is priced at 10,999 (~$1,729). It is offered in three colors — Space Silver, Black, and Burnt Orange.
It features a 6.45-inch OLED single-curve external display with a screen resolution of 2560 x 1080 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 21:9 aspect ratio. On the inner side, the display is a near-square in shape, offering a 90Hz refresh rate and 10:9 aspect ratio.
The display also comes with support for 10bit color depth, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR10+, 1920Hz high-frequency PWM dimming, 90 percent screen-to-body ratio, and a nano-ceramic coating on top that improves the anti-drop performance by five times.
Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, which is manufactured using a 4nm process. The AI performance has been claimed to be increased by 300 percent, which helps Magic UI adapt to usage scenarios of the users through Magic Live AI Engine.
In the camera department, there’s a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 50MP primary f/1.9 aperture sensor, a 50MP spectrally enhanced f/2.0 lens and a 50MP ultrawide sensor with f/2.2 aperture cameras. On the front side, there are dual 42MP cameras, one in the outer and one in the inner display.
The Honor Magic V is running an Android-based Magic UI 6 custom interface out-of-the-box with features dedicated to making multitasking and split-screen usage easier. The phone is powered by a 4,750mAh battery with support for 66W wired SuperCharge that is claimed to fill up the battery to 50 percent in just 15 minutes.
Recently, we have covered a number of reports related to the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series. The new tablets are expected to be unveiled in a week, but prior to their launch, pricing details for the new lineup have been revealed.
Talking about the top end model first, the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is currently listed for pre-orders in France (Via GSMArena) with a price tag of 1,699 EUR (roughly 1,915 US Dollars) for its most expensive version. This variant comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Furthermore, it also features Android 12, S Pen, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, and a large 11,200mAh battery pack. On the front, it sports a 14.6 inch Super AMOLED panel (2960x1848px resolution) with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The tablet is listed as “in stock” but the shipments will likely begin sometime after 9th February 2022, following the Galaxy Unpacked launch event. Similar to the Ultra variant, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8+ is also listed for pre-orders from another French retailer, with its 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage configuration costing 999 EUR (roughly 1,126 US Dollars). It sports a 12.4 inch Super AMOLED display (2800x1752px resolution) that also offers a 120Hz refresh rate and is powered by a 10,090mAh battery pack.
Lastly, the base Galaxy Tab S8 comes with an 11 inch LTPS TFT screen (2560x1600px resolution) that supports a 120Hz refresh rate as well and is powered by an 8,000mAh battery pack. It is listedfor a price of 970 EUR (roughly 1,100 US Dollars). We will be covering the Galaxy Unpacked launch event so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.
Yesterday, out of nowhere, details about an interesting OnePlus-branded budget smartphone emerged on the internet. The device, which is said to go official as OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite is tipped to pack features that were never heard of on affordable OnePlus phones to date. If the leak is to be believed, the handset will likely compete with the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, which is already facing competition from its siblings.
Introduction
Last week, Xiaomi took the wraps off the international Redmi Note 11 series consisting of four devices. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is the topmost model with all the bells and whistles, however, it is not as value for money as the Redmi Note 11S or even the last year’s Redmi Note 10 Pro (aka Redmi Note 10 Pro Max).
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
To make the situation even worse, the phone is about to get two competitors from the Oujia group (OPLUS) – Realme 9 Pro+ and OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite.
We already know about the former, and given the features it will come with, the handset will likely be more expensive than the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. Hence, the proper competitor could be the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite instead.
OnePlus has been long rumored to release the OnePlus Nord CE 2. But no one expected a lite variant of this device, which sounds more promising for markets like India.
Redmi Note 10 Pro can still take on Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is not as interesting as its predecessor Redmi Note 10 Pro. Because the latter had already set the bar for budget smartphones last year. The newer handset is merely an iterative model.
Anyway, it still arrives with some upgraded features like 67W fast charging, 5G connectivity via Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, liquid cooling technology, and MIUI 13 out of the box.
Redmi Note 10 Pro
The phone also sports a flat frame design and comes in a unique colorway called Atlantic Blue that mimics water waves. But it lacks one of the best features of its forerunner – a 5MP telemacro camera with autofocus.
If you look at this smartphone discretely, it still sounds like a good deal. However, when you start comparing it with its predecessor, you may find the older handset a better deal as it is not only cheaper but offers the almost same experience.
Anyhoo, Xiaomi is known for discontinuing the older phone with the release of their successor. So it may soon become difficult to get hands on the Redmi Note 10 Pro.
The new kid on the block – OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite
Unlike the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite is yet to release, and therefore, it will be on the market for months to come. We believe that it will act as the true competitor of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G.
Because the new Nord is anticipated to arrive with some compelling features for the first time on an affordable OnePlus-branded smartphone. First and foremost, it will have the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset as the Redmi device.
Further, it will ship with Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 instead of MIUI 13 based on Android 11 like the Redmi. However, though it will have an identical 5,000mAh battery, it will only support 33W fast charging.
OnePlus Nord CE
Another con is that there will be no ultra-wide camera on the OnePlus. It will feature a 64MP triple camera setup comprising two useless 2MP sensors and a 16MP selfie camera.
Finally, it will sport a 6.59-inch ‘fluid’ (high refresh rate) display with an FHD resolution. The type of panel is a mystery for now. Hence, we cannot rule out the possibility of LCD though the vanilla OnePlus Nord CE 2 is said to come with an AMOLED screen.
When you compare the raw specs of the Redmi Note 11 Pro and the OnePlus Nord 2 CE, the former is definitely better. But there’s more to a product than its specifications.
Brand power plays a key role
Unlike Redmi, OnePlus is considered a reputed brand by the general public in most markets. Because the former is still associated with affordable smartphones. On the other hand, the latter started its journey as a flagship killer and made a name for itself in the premium segment, especially in India.
And above all, OnePlus’ marketing prowess is much better than Xiaomi. This has helped OnePlus to increase its market share with mid-range Nord handsets even though there are phones with better specs in the same price bracket.
Contemplating all these facts, we think that the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will be the true competitor of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G whenever it releases.
Having said that, this is just an opinion from our end. What are your thoughts on these two devices? Do let us know in the comment section below.
Update: A tipster has revealed that the device could be equipped with the Dimensity 810 chipset. To recollect, the Realme 8 5G featured the Dimensity 700 SoC.
Looks like RMX3388 which was recently spotted on FCC filings is realme 9 5G… and it's coming with Mediatek Dimensity 810 chipset(as can be seen in last pic).
The Realme phone with RMX3388 model number that has been certified by BIS, EEC, and FCC certification sites is believed to debut as the Realme 9 5G in different markets. The images of the phone that appeared through the FCC certification revealed it could be almost identical to the Realme 8 5G from last year. The user manual of the phone (via) had also appeared in the FCC documents. It appears that it went unnoticed by most publications that reported about its FCC certification.
Alleged Realme 9 5G specifications
The user manual of the Realme RMX3388 shows that the device has 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.5mm dimensions. It features a 6.5-inch punch-hole display and it is backed by a 5,000mAh battery.
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The front side of the RMX3388 has a 16-megapixel camera. Its rear-facing camera unit has a 48-megapixel main camera and a pair of 2-megapixel lenses. The RMX3388 supports n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, and n78 5G bands, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC. The rest of the specs of the RMX3388 are under the wraps.
Shown above are some of the images of the Realme RMX3388 that were spotted in the FCC documents. The images have revealed that it is equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB-C port. The FCC certification has also revealed that it may ship with an 18W charger.
The above-mentioned specs and design of the Realme RMX3388 resemble with last year’s Realme 8 5G which has an RMX3241 model number. Here’s what the FCC document say about the RMX3388, “Except the model name, and FCC ID number change, the EUT [equipment under testing] are electronically/ electrically identical to the original equipment (probably RMX3241) and that the original test results continue to be representative of and applicable to it.”
Samsung will be launching the Galaxy S22 series of flagship phones in the coming week. Reports have claimed a couple of new A-series of smartphones such as Galaxy A73, Galaxy A53, and Galaxy A53 are likely to go official by the end of this month or in March in multiple markets. Ahead of the expected launch, the Galaxy A53 has now been spotted at NBTC and FCC certification platforms (via).
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G with SM-A536E/DS (dual SIM) model number has been spotted at the NBTC certification site. The SM-A536E/DS and SM-A536E (single SIM) variants have appeared at FCC. The FCC listing reveals that the device may ship with a 25W charger. It also reveals that the device is equipped with connectivity features such as 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, and NFC.
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The Galaxy A53 5G was spotted at the Bluetooth SIG certification last week. The handset was spotted at China’s TENAA certification last month through which its entire specifications were revealed.
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G specifications (rumored)
The Galaxy A53 5G has a 6.46-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. Probably, it carries support for a high refresh rate. It is speculated to be equipped with the Exynos 1200 chipset. The handset appeared with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB storage in TENAA’s database.
Samsung Galxay A53 5G TENAA listing
The device seems to house a 5,000mAh battery. Probably, it will carry support for 25W fast charging. It Is likely to run on Android 12 OS and the latest One UI 4.x. For selfies, it may feature a front camera of 32-megapixel and a 64-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 5-megapixel quad-camera unit.
The handset is speculated to arrive in configurations such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 256 GB storage in some markets. It will come in four colors such as black, white, blue, and orange.
Samsung launched the Galaxy S21 FE last month. The smartphone debuted at $699.99 in the US. Within a few days from its release, the handset is already discounted in the country. Let’s check out how much it costs now in the region.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
According to XDA Developers, Amazon is offering a $100 discount on the base variant of the Galaxy S21 FE with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. Hence, its price comes down to $599.99.
With the new price tag, the successor of Galaxy S0 FE now competes directly with the Pixel 6 (8GB + 128GB) as it also costs the same. However, the latest value for money flagship smartphone from Google is currently unavailable on Amazon.
It is worth noting that the $100 discount offered by Amazon is also applicable to the higher 8GB + 256G variant of Galaxy S21 FE. Therefore, it now costs $669.99 instead of $769.99.
Having said that, it is not known how long this deal will be on the offer. Hence, make use of it while you can. The phone can be availed in all four standard colors, namely Graphite, White, Lavender, and Olive.
Since the Navy colorway is exclusive to Best Buy, it’s being sold at the original price. However, buyers get a $200 discount if they upgrade their existing line or add a new line with their carrier.
Smartphone shipments in the Indian market have witnessed a growth of 11 percent year-on-year in the year 2021, despite several issues hitting the smartphone industry, ranging from a shortage of components to supply chain disruption.
The latest report from Counterpoint Research adds that the country saw shipments of 169 million units in 2021. However, the shipments in the fourth quarter (i.e. Q4 2021) witnessed a decline of 8 percent.
Chinese brand Xiaomi managed to retain its position at the top, covering a 24 percent market share. Unlike previous years, the company’s growth was quite limited to just 2 percent year-on-year.
The good news for Xioami is that the company managed to get more share in the premium segment this time, witnessing a massive growth of 258 percent. It’s noteworthy that the report considers devices priced above ₹30,000 as premium phones.
South Korean giant Samsung came in second with a market share of 18 percent while Vivo took the third spot as the company managed to capture about 15 percent of the market share, followed by Vivo’s sister companies Realme and OPPO with 14 percent and 10 percent market share respectively.
Talking about the 5G smartphones, Samsung emerges as the leading brand in the Indian market in Q4 2021. The South Korean giant also led in the mid-range segment with a 28 percent market share. The brand also managed to grow its share by triple digits in the foldable smartphones category.
Apple emerged as the fastest-growing smartphone brand in 2021 with 108 percent year-on-year growth. It led the premium segment in India with a massive 44 percent market share and the brand is now getting aggressive in the country, which could further help cement its position in the premium category.
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S22-series flagship smartphones have been leaked numerous times and with just a few days more for the official launch, some key details about the lineup are now surfacing online.
In a new leak, the pricing details for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 series flagship smartphones for the United States market have surfaced.
Samsung Galaxy S22 series
The new report coming from Jon Prosser of Front Page Tech reveals that the Samsung Galaxy S22 will have a starting price of $799 while the Galaxy S22 Plus will start at $999. The top-end model in the lineup, the Galaxy S22 Ultra, will reportedly carry a starting price of $1,199 in the United States.
This newly leaked pricing is essentially in line with the pricing of the last year’s Galaxy S21 series smartphones. It also contradicts previous reports about Samsung slightly increasing pricing of the upcoming phones.
If this turns out to be true, then it seems like a good move from the South Korean giant as it faces a lot of competition in the premium smartphone market from the likes of the Apple iPhone 13 series and the Google Pixel 6 series.
In the Asian market, Samsung will be competing against the likes of the Xiaomi 12 series of flagship smartphones, along with the likes of the OnePlus 10 Pro and premium devices coming from brands like Realme and OPPO, among others.
Apart from the pricing leak, some details about the phone’s availability have also surfaced online. It is said that after being available for pre-order from 9th February, the S22 Ultra will start shipping from 25th February while the S22 and S22 Plus will go on sale a bit later, around 11th March.
To know for sure what the South Korean giant has planned for the next-generation Galaxy S-series lineup, we will have to wait for the official Galaxy Unpacked launch event, which is scheduled for 9th February.
Nokia is reportedly working on the Nokia G21 smartphone. As the name goes, the device will be succeeding the Nokia G20 from last year. The device has paid a visit to Geekbench benchmarking site (via) through which its key details have been revealed.
The Nokia G21 Geekbench listing reveals that it is powered by a Unisoc processor that offers a base frequency of 1.61GHz. This indicates that the device could be powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset. The SoC is accompanied by 4 GB of RAM, and it runs on Android 11. It has scored 312 and 1157 points in the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, respectively.
Nokia G21 specifications (rumored)
Reports have revealed that the Nokia G21 will be sporting an IPS LCD panel of 6.5 inches. The images of the phone that have appeared through its FCC certification revealed that it will be equipped with a teardrop notch display. The screen is expected to carry support for an HD+ resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio.
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For selfies and video calls, it may feature an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The rear camera system of the phone may feature a 50-megapixel primary camera and a pair of 2-megapixel lenses. The device will be packed with a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.
The Nokia G21 is likely to arrive with up to 4 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of built-in storage. Like other Nokia phones, it will run on the stock version of Android. There is no word on the pricing of the device. A recent leak claimed that the device may go official as early as this month in India. The G21 may come in colors like black and dusk.
HMD Global, the company behind the Nokia smartphones, has announced new protection plans and extended warranty for its devices. With this move, the Finnish company is offering an option for those customers who are concerned about their device’s longevity.
The newly introduced extended warry for the Nokia smartphones is priced at $10 in the United States and offers an additional 12 months of warranty following the device’s original warranty period, covering mechanical and electrical failures.
The company has also introduced protection plans, which are useful for those customers whose smartphones are prone to accidental or liquid damage. HMD Global has introduced two different protection plans.
While one plan is for the 14-month duration, the other plan is offering protection for 24 months. As for the pricing, the cost of these new protection plans for the Nokia smartphones starts at $19.
As for the coverage for the protection plan, the company lists out the following:
Damage due to negligence, gross misconduct, or normal wear and tear
Cosmetic damages (dent on outer body damage, stripping of color, scratches, etc.)
Software issues beyond the Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty, malware, and damages to accessories
Theft or loss of the device
Damage or loss of insured equipment following a fire.
Interestingly, the protection plan also comes with an extended warranty for the device, which usually costs $10. The newly announced services from the company are only available for the new Nokia devices and the service must be activated within 30 days of purchase for protection plans and within 90 days for an extended warranty.
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