[Update] Realme 9 Pro series launch date revealed for India

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Feb 3, 2022

Update: Realme has confirmed the Realme 9 Pro series launch date.

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Realme 9 Pro series launch date is yet to be officially confirmed. The company is likely to confirm it later today or in the next few days. However, a YouTuber has seemingly spilt the launch date for the Indian market. As can be seen in the image below, the Realme 9 Pro lineup may go official at 1:30 PM (local time) on Feb. 16 in the country.

In the recent teasers, Realme has been touting the camera capabilities of the Realme 9 Pro lineup, which reportedly includes two models such as Realme 9 Pro and Realme 9 Pro+. Smartphone OEMs have been providing the 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 lens on flagship smartphones. The “flagship camera in mid-range” text in the above image does indicate that the Realme 9 Pro series will feature the IMX766 camera. Reports have revealed that the same camera with OIS support will be available on the Realme 9 Pro+.

Inspired by sunrise, #realme9ProSeries light shift design is born.⁰ From light blue to red, just like the sky from dusk to dawn. 💙 if you like. #CaptureTheLight pic.twitter.com/MixD12jjmV

— realme (@realmeglobal) February 2, 2022

Speaking of Realme 9 Pro+, it will be arriving with an in-screen fingerprint scanner and a heart rate sensor. As can be seen in the above teaser, the Pro+ will be equipped with a color-changing rear shell. The 15-second clip shows that the back panel of the device is capable of changing the color of its back panel from Sunrise Blue to Glittery Red. According to Realme, the device can shift colors when it is exposed to sunlight at certain temperatures.

Realme 9 Pro+ specifications (rumoured)

Reports have revealed that the Realme 9 Pro+ will feature a 6.43-inch AMOLED FHD+ 90Hz display. It will be equipped with a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit.

The Dimensity 920 chipset will fuel the Realme 9 Pro+ with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM. It may run on Android 12 OS and come in 128 GB / 256 GB storage options. The device may come packed with a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging.

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Realme 9 Pro, 9 Pro+ chipset, camera, refresh rate, charging details officially confirmed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 3, 2022

Realme will be launching the Realme 9 Pro series on Feb. 16 in Indonesia. The Realme 9 Pro lineup’s microsite is now live on the company’s official website. The landing page has revealed the key features of the Realme 9 Pro and Realme 9 Pro+.

Realme 9 Pro+ key specifications

The Realme 9 Pro+ has a Super AMOLED display that offers a 90Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with an in-screen fingerprint scanner, which can be used for tracking heart rate. The Dimensity 920 chipset will be present under the hood of the device, which will be coupled with vapor chamber liquid cooling.

While the battery size is not mentioned, the landing page reveals that the Realme 9 Pro+ will support 60W SuperDart fast charge technology. For photography, it features an OIS-assisted 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 triple camera unit. It will also carry support for NFC connectivity. It will carry support for color-shifting design.

Realme 9 Pro key specifications

The Realme 9 Pro supports a higher 120Hz refresh rate. It appears that the company may provide an LCD panel on the device. It will be equipped with the Snapdragon 695 mobile platform.

The rear shell of the device has a 64-megapixel triple camera unit. It will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W Dart charging. Like the Pro+ model, the 9 Pro will come with other features like NFC and color-shifting design. Probably, this device will come equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Reports have revealed that both phones have a 16-megapixel camera on the front and 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel auxiliary cameras on the back. The lineup is expected to come preinstalled with Android 12 OS and Realme UI 3.0.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series marketing images highlighting key features leaked

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 3, 2022

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, Tab S8 Plus, and Tab S8 flagship tablets are expected to launch with the Galaxy S22 lineup on Feb. 9. A fresh leak by well-known tipster Evan Blass has revealed the key features of the Galaxy Tab S8 family.

The Galaxy Tab S8 features an 11-inch LCD display that offers 2560 x 1600 pixels and a 120Hz refresh. It is equipped with an 8,000mAh battery that carries support for 45W fast charging. The device measures 253.8 x 165.3 x 6.3mm and weighs 503 grams.

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The Galaxy Tab S8+ has a 12.4-inch Super AMOLED display that delivers 2800 x 1752 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is packed with a 10,090mAh battery that offers 45W fast charging. Its dimensions are 285 x 185 x 5.7mm and weigh 572 grams.

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The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has a 14.6-inch Super AMOLED screen that offers 2960 x 1848 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a larger 11,200mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging. The tablet measures 326.3 x 280.6 x 5.5mm and weighs 728 grams.

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The Galaxy Tab S8 series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The above images show that all three models will carry support for S Pen, which can be magnetically attached to the rear shell for charging. The retail package of the Tab S8 trio will include the S Pen, USB-C to USB-C, a SIM tool, and some documents.

A recent leak by Techinsider revealed that the Galaxy Tab S8 will be available for €970 (~$1,096). The Tab S8+ will be priced at €999 (~$1,129), whereas the Ultra variant is priced at €1,699 (~$1,290).

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Vivo Y7x with 120Hz display, Helio G96 likely to launch soon in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Feb 3, 2022

Vivo has launched a couple of Y-series of smartphones in India such as Vivo Y21T, Vivo Y33T, Vivo Y21e, Vivo Y21A, and Vivo Y75 5G in a span of one month this year. Fresh information reveals that the company is gearing up to launch yet another Y-series phone called the Vivo Y7x in India. Here is what to expect from the handset.

Vivo Y7x key specifications (rumored)

According to PassionateGeekz, the Vivo Y7x is expected to arrive with a 6.44-inch display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. It is unclear whether the device is equipped with an LCD or AMOLED panel. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

The Y7x is likely to be powered by the Helio G96 chipset. It may come with Android 11 OS with FunTouchOS UI. It may come with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage. There is no word on the battery and camera capabilities of the Y7x.

Vivo Y7x launch date, pricing

The leak states that the Vivo Y7x is expected to launch by the end of this month or early March. It could be priced under Rs 18,000 (~$240).

In related news, Vivo is gearing up to launch its T-series phone in India. The Chinese manufacturer will be taking off covers from the Vivo T1 5G on Feb. 9 in India. It will be a performance-driven smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 695 mobile platform. The promos of the device have revealed that its appearance will be similar to the Y75 5G.

Unfortunately, there is no word on the other specs of the Vivo T1 5G. As far as pricing is concerned, it will be priced under Rs 20,000 ($267). It will be available for purchase exclusively through Flipkart.

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Redmi Smart Band Pro pricing leaks ahead of launch in India on February 9

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Feb 3, 2022

Xiaomi has confirmed that the company will be hosting a launch event in India on 9th February to unveil the Redmi Note 11 series smartphones. Along with that, the company will also launch the Redmi Smart Band Pro.

It will mark the launch of the brand’s first wearable device for this year. Now, just a few days before the official launch in the Indian market, the pricing details for the fitness tracker have leaked online.

The report coming from MySmartPrice claims that the pricing for the Redmi Smart Band Pro, as mentioned on its retail box, is ₹5,999. This means that the actual sale price for the product could be lower and some reports indicate that it could be made available for purchase in India for around ₹2,999.

Even though the device is a fitness tracker, the design makes it look like a smartwatch, which it isn’t. The Redmi Smart Band Pro features a 1.47-inch Super AMOLED display with 194 x 368 pixels screen resolution and 264ppi pixel density.

The product comes in a black-colored body and for the build material, it uses glass fiber reinforced and 2.5D tempered glass and polycaprolactam. It comes with support for more than 50 watch faces.

It comes with several features, including more than 110 workout modes that include popular activities such as running, cycling, swimming, and yoga. The company says that the Redmi Smart Band Pro can detect when a workout has started and can also measure the effort made by its user.

There’s support for apps like Strava and Apple Health. It can measure stress levels and also offers features related to female health. Apart from a 24/7 heart-rate monitor, the fitness tracker also supports sleep quality tracking.

It also supports checking blood oxygen levels, which can also be set to be carried out automatically while the user is sleeping. The device is rated for 5ATM for water resistance, and it can last up to 14 days of typical usage or 20 days in power-saving mode after being fully charged via the magnetic charger.

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Telegram brings easy-to-make video stickers, better reactions and more with version 8.5 update

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 2, 2022

Back in December, Telegram introduced a major update that brought some highly anticipated privacy features like deleting messages by date, managing connected devices, anonymous posting in public groups, and more. Now, the messaging platform has put out the version 8.5 update that makes it even easier to use while making the process of chatting more fun and enjoyable.

The company states that this update brings easy-to-make video stickers, better reactions with compact animations and extra emoji, a button to review unseen reactions, improved navigation between chats, and more. so let’s take a closer look at these new features.

Video Stickers

Telegram has made it easier for users to create video stickers by adding support for stickers converted from regular videos. This feature now requires you to just upload a video that you want to be made in a sticker to the Stickers bot in .WEBM format.

Better Reactions

The update adds more compact animations to reactions. Users can press and hold the reaction in the menu to send a larger effect. In addition to that, users also get read status for reactions, meaning if someone reacted to your message and you haven’t seen it yet, a new ♡ button will appear on the chat or in the corner of the chat if you currently have the conversation open.

New Reactions and Interactive Emoji

Telegram has added 5 new reactions to its for users to be able to display a wider range of emotions. These stickers also double as interactive emoji and also offer full-screen effects in private chats.

Navigating Recent Chats

Telegram users can now press and hold the “Back” button to view all their recent chats in a small popup list. They can then use it as a shortcut to switch between chats. Opening chats from forwarded messages, links, usernames, profiles, etc. adds the chat to the list.

Bug fixes and more

Telegram says that they have focused on fixing known issues with the January update. The update brings improved call quality, added support for translation to Instant View pages (and bios on iOS), added the option to send silent messages from the sharing menu – and many more improvements. The iOS version also has new animations which can be explored by tapping icons in the tab bar.

You can check out Telegram’s complete change list for more details on this new version 8.5 update.

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OPPO Enco M32 in Green launching in India on February 4

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 2, 2022

BBK subsidiary OPPO has already confirmed that it will be launching the Redno 7 and Reno 7 Pro smartphones in India alongside the OPPO Watch Free. The company has also confirmed that it will be updating the Enco M32 lineup with the introduction of a new color variant for the budget earbuds.

A teaser poster released by the company today reveals that the Enco M32 will be getting a new Green color variant and it will be launched on February 4.

OPPO first launched the Enco M32 wireless earbuds in Janauary 2022 and it was available in a single Black color that was sold exclusively on Amazon India. The new Green color variant will be sold exclusively on Flipkart. The new variant will be sold for Rs. 1,799 (~$24).

The Enco M32 features an in-ear design but with a new ear-wing style. It comes with support for fast charging which is touted as capable of delivering up to 20 hours of battery life when it is charged for just 10 minutes. That is impressive, innit?

The OPPO Enco M32 comes with 10mm dynamic drivers as well as an independent sound cavity design for strong bass. The device comes with a lightweight design, weighing just 33g. It equally features support for Bluetooth 5.0, dual-device pairing, and has an IP55 waterproof and dustproof rating. The Enco M32 charges via a USB-C port with a full charge delivered in just 35 minutes. The battery can last up to 28 hours with consistent music playback.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Exynos and Snapdragon models offer similar performance on paper

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 2, 2022

As we know, Samsung ships its flagship Galaxy S series in two SoC variants namely the Qualcomm Snapdragon and their inhouse Exynos series SoC.

Previous generations of flagship Exynos chips have developed a reputation for providing inferior performance when compared to the Snapdragon counterpart but that might change this time around.

In a recent PhoneArena report, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 variant (codename Samsung SM-S908U) was pitted against the Galaxy S22 Ultra Exynos 2200 variants (codename Samsung SM-S908B) based on the Geekbench results of the two SoC variants. The data used in the comparison are the highest scores by both SoC variants and the results are quite surprising.

The Geekbench benchmark reveals that the Exynos 2200 variant scores 1168 points compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1’s 1226. In multi-core tasks, the Exynos variant edges out the Snapdragon variant scoring 3508 points compared to 3462 points from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.

It is worth noting that the single-core performance of the Exynos 2200 variant of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is nearly double that of an earlier revealed Geekbench score of the handset back in November 2021.

Historically speaking, the Galaxy S Exynos variants have always had an issue with heat management and often fall off compared to the Snapdragon variants under sustained use, so it would be interesting to see if Samsung has made improvements in that area with their upcoming Galaxy S22 Ultra offerings.

The Geekbench 5 benchmark mainly focuses on CPU testing so the scores are not indicative of the SoC’s GPU performance.

On the subject of GPU, we know that the AMD-based Xclipse 920 GPU on the Exynos variants does not outperform the Adreno 730 in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 variant of the Galaxy S22 Ultra, however, the AMD GPU does offer ray tracing and variable rate shading support which can be considered a fair trade for the lack in performance.

On paper, it appears that the Exynos and Snapdragon variants of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will offer similar performance which is great news for the regions getting the Exynos-powered Galaxy S22 series device this time around. However, sustained performance still remains up for debate, so stay tuned as we will be covering any notable developments on the subject.

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Alleged Xiaomi 12 Mini render showcases the possible design

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 2, 2022

Xiaomi has been upping the stakes by providing pretty small smartphones like the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12X, but the latest renders connected with the Xiaomi 12 Mini indicate that the company’s next mini flagship smartphone may be much smaller. Although there are questions about the authenticity of the render, if the images are to be countenanced, then we could see the Xiaomi 12 Mini featuring a three-camera setup for the main camera.

Although the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12X are currently available only in China, the new render is still of interest outside China, as some variants of the mini models could berth in the global market. Both the Xiaomi 12 and 12X have 6.28-inch screens, which is still relatively large when compared with some mini models from Apple, Samsung, and other OEMs. The Apple iPhone 12 mini has a 5.4-inch display, even though it is a flagship smartphone.

Xiaomi 12 Mini First Look 👀 pic.twitter.com/9rW5jSAYSm

— Sam (@Shadow_Leak) January 31, 2022

Purportedly, Xiaomi is in an advanced stage in the development of the mini flagship model that would be under the 12 series. The company has reportedly finalized the design of the model and that was the content of the render by tipster @Shadow_Leak. It is speculated that the new Xiaomi 12 Mini could have a screen under 6 inches, but there is no way of ascertaining the veracity of the released render. The report is therefore definitive and Xiaomi may go in a different direction when it releases its next flagship compact smartphone.

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Vivo T1 5G with Snapdragon 695 SoC to be Flipkart Exclusive

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Pranav Sawant

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Feb 2, 2022

Vivo has set an unveiling date for its upcoming Vivo series T and the launch will happen as early as next week on February 9 in India. Previous rumors have revealed that the T1 5G smartphone will be the company’s first series T phone and it will be only available in the online market. Now, a new report reveals the official sales channel on which the phone will be sold.

Reportedly, the Vivo T1 5G is said to be Flipkart exclusive in the country. The smartphone will be only available on Flipkart. Furthermore, the company has already created a micro-site for the same. Starting from February 3, Flipkart’s micro-site will disclose the key highlights of the smartphone.

Previously, rumored had it that the smartphone will be entirely different from the one launched in China. The Chinese Vivo T1 5G has the Snapdragon 778G, whereas, the India model is tipped to have the Snapdragon 695 SoC. Interestingly, the smartphone’s AnTuTu result was surfaced and it scored 410,072 points. It has 122,481 CPU points and 101,345 points in the GPU department.

Apart from this, the teaser images of the phone showcased that the phone has a design similar to the recently launched Vivo Y75 5G. It has a teardrop notch display with modern aspect ratio. The smartphone has triple camera system and features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Vivo T1 5G is expected to arrive under the sub-Rs. 20,000(~$268) price tag in India.

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Sony launches the affordable Bravia XR A75K 4K OLED TV with two HDMI 2.1 ports

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Jed John Ikoba

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Feb 2, 2022

Sony is pursuing a vigorous campaign to nick a substantial part of the TV market with its release of the potentially affordable Sony Bravia XR A75K 4K OLED TV with HDMI 2.1 support. Although Sony is yet to release the price of the TV, its specs sheet could indicate that it will be priced lower than the array of high-end TVs on the lineup of the company for 2022.

The Sony A90K is its first-ever QD-OLED TV, while the A80K OLED is also another premium offering with 4K support. The Sony A75K TV is also a 4K OLED TV but with a more restrictive specs sheet and a likely affordable price for the mid-segment of the market. Sony has also indicated that the A75K TV could be priced higher than the LG A1 TV which does not have any HDMI 2.1 port and is priced around $900.

The two HDMI 2.1 ports offer high-quality 4K video content with a display refresh rate of 120Hz and VRR features. The Sony A75K will be a great model for gaming enthusiasts due to its overall features including the VRR. Interestingly, the Sony A75K has Sony’s proprietary Cognitive Processor XR, which is a mainstay of its premium TV models. There are however areas where the design has been scaled down to accommodate the reduced price expected of the A75K. For example, the Acoustic Surface Audio speaker system has been pared down. This could also imply fewer speakers and reduced overall sound quality when compared with the more expansive models.

The Sony Bravia XR A75K 4K OLED TV comes in two sizes- 65-inch and 55-inch models. It runs on the standard Google TV operating system with an array of built-in video streaming apps, Chromecast and Google Assistant. As of this moment, Sony has not released the pricing and release information for the A75K TV.

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DIZO Watch S with AMOLED display launching next month in India: Report

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 2, 2022

The Realme TechLife sub-brand Dizo recently launched its first AMOLED display smartwatch in the Indian market dubbed the Dizo Watch R. And now, news has emerged that the brand is working on another AMOLED display smartwatch that it plans to launch soon.

According to a MySmartPrice report, tipster Mukul Sharma has revealed that the brand is working to launch a new smartwatch called the Dizo Watch S. The tipster states that we can expect the new smart wearable to launch in March 2022.

Pricing and most of the key specs of the Watch S remain unknown, however, the smartwatch is touted to be budget-friendly so we can expect prices below Rs. 5000 (~$67).

Dizo Watch R

Information about the specs of the Watch S have yet to surface, however, we can look at the Dizo Watch R for reference which was released last month.

The Watch R features a round-shaped dial with a 1.3-inch AMOLED display and 360 x 360 pixels resolution. The smartwatch is equipped with a premium metallic frame and offers 5ATM water and dust resistance. Additionally, the device also features a fancy 2.5D curved glass.

The Dizo Watch R comes with the Always-On Display (AOD) feature and more than 150 customizable watch faces. The Watch R offers up to 12 days of battery life and fully charges in about 2 hours. The Dizo Watch R offers a bunch of health and fitness features like a heart rate tracker, SpO2 tracker, 110+ sports modes, sleep monitor, and more. The Watch R also offers the usual smartwatch functionalities such as music playback control, phone camera control, check notifications and incoming calls, etc.

The Dizo Watch R launched at an introductory price of Rs 3,499 (~$47) in India. After which the price was hiked to Rs 3,999 (~$54). So we might see a similar trend with the upcoming Dizo Watch S launch in March.

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Realme Buds Air 3 Indian launch timeline and color options revealed

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 2, 2022

A recent live image leak revealed the first looks of the upcoming Realme Buds Air 3 TWS earphones. And now, a new leak has surfaced giving us a launch timeline as well as color options of the upcoming earbuds.

According to a MySmartPrice report, tipster Mukul Sharma has revealed that Realme be will launch the Buds Air 3 TWS earphones in the month of February for the Indian market. Previous reports have indicated the upcoming Realme 9 series smartphones will debut in India on February 15th, so it is highly likely that the brand might also launch the Realme Buds Air 3 alongside it.

The report also reveals that the earbuds will be launched 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 they did with the Realme Buds Air 2.

Realme Buds Air 3 Specs and features (rumored)

So far, we know that the buds will be of an in-ear style and will include a stem. The charging case, on the other hand, will be different than that of the older model.

Earlier image leaks have revealed that the new case will sport a unique glossy finish at the top of the lid along with realme branding. Although the pictures don’t show us, the rumors say that the case will have a button on the right side, in addition to a USB Type-C port at the bottom.

Talking about specifications, it has been revealed that the Realme Buds Air 3 will come with some upgrades over its predecessor. The earphones are said to offer in-ear detection, dual-device connection, and a customized audio experience.

Other than the aforementioned features, the yet-to-release earbuds from Realme will also have regular goodies like ANC (Active Noise Cancellation), transparency mode, Bass Boost+ mode, Bluetooth 5.1, support for AAC/SBC audio codecs, and up to 30-hour battery life.

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BYD’s new Han EV to launch with an improved range of 715km

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Sean

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Feb 2, 2022

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 ITHome report, 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.

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Xiaomi India teases MIUI 13, might launch on Feb 9

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 2, 2022

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.

It's 13 o'clock! Guess what's coming? pic.twitter.com/c7BE53JDnI

— Xiaomi India | #Xiaomi11TPro ⚡️ (@XiaomiIndia) February 1, 2022

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.

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Realme 9 Pro series teaser reveals Sunrise Blue & Glittery Red color variants

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Sean

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Feb 2, 2022

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.

Which colour do you prefer in our upcoming smartphone?

👉Sunrise Blue
👉Glittery Red

RT & reply with #CaptureTheLight! pic.twitter.com/nF3a0xZEOv

— Madhav Sheth (@MadhavSheth1) February 2, 2022

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.

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Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz smartwatch with 7 days battery life, Bluetooth calling launched in India

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Sudhanshu

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Feb 2, 2022

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.

The Noise ColorFit Icon Buzz is available for purchase through Amazon, Flipkart, and the Noise online store.

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POCO tweets out cryptic puzzles, offers prizes to those that solve them

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Sean

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Feb 2, 2022

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.

Hint: North, South, East, West.

> Share your answers with #POCOCommunity & tag 3 of your friends.
> 200 RTs would reveal the next task…
> **RT all the previous tasks tweets to increase your chances of winning…#MadeofMad #POCOIndia pic.twitter.com/6FNnh3p8O3

— POCO India (@IndiaPOCO) February 2, 2022

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.

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.

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Ford to spend $20 billion as it pushes for Electric Vehicles

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Feb 2, 2022

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 Bloomberg report, 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.

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Google Pixel 6 breaks company’s previous sales records

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Feb 2, 2022

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.

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.

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