Xiaomi first crowdfunded the Midian Zero Blue Music Atmosphere Light packing a Bluetooth speaker in February 2021. The product which was developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences of Nanchang University was a highly popular one perhaps, as a result of the desire of many to have a lamp that won’t emit harmful blue light. The team has now unveiled a similar product which is dubbed Midian light-sensing reading lamp. The Midian light-sensing reading lamp has an original golden-yellow LED light source that is based on the golden-yellow LED of silicon substrate as the core. The eye protection reading and writing lamp adopts double-ring optical design, which perfectly integrates working white light and unique zero blue light.
It also has a built-in light-sensing intelligent algorithm. After the light-sensing function is turned on, the desk lamp will continue to sense the brightness of the surrounding light environment. Through the smart algorithm, the output brightness of the lamp head is automatically adjusted, and the desktop illumination is always unified between 500-750lux.
It uses high-quality white LED chips, 4000K warm white light, high CRI, and the central illumination can reach 2000LuX. The long arm span is equipped with a ring-shaped optical design, which brings a large-scale lighting area, providing a smoother lighting experience, and making every detail visible.
The Midian Light-sensing reading lamp carries a retail price of 799 yuan (~$125) but is on offer for the duration of the crowdfunding exercise at Xiaomi Youpin for 399 yuan (~$62).
Redmi has planned to launch the Redmi K50 series in February in China. Reports have revealed that model numbers 22021211RC, 22041211AC, 22011211C, and 21121210C will be arriving in the Chinese market as Redmi K50, K50 Pro, K50 Pro+, and K50 Gaming Edition. Reports have revealed there is another Redmi phone with model number 2201116SC waiting to go official in China. The entire specifications of the device have been revealed through its TENAA certification.
Redmi 2201116SC specifications
The Redmi 2201116SC has a 6.67-inch OLED FHD+ display, which may support 90Hz / 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a 5G-ready 2.2GHz octa-core processor. It may ship with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of storage. It seems to be running on Android 11 with MIUI 13 skin on top.
The device is equipped with a 108-megapixel triple camera unit and a 16-megapixel front camera. It is backed by a 4,900mAh rated battery and it appears that the device will carry support for 67W fast charging. Probably, it is equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner.
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G global edition
The handset has 164.19 x 76.1 x 8.12mm dimensions and weighs 202 grams. It is likely to arrive in colors like red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet, black, white, and grey.
The images of the Redmi 2201116SC are not yet showing in its TENAA listing. In terms of specs, it seems to be identical to the global Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G that debuted with Snapdragon 695. Hence, it appears that the Redmi 2201116SC will be launching soon as the rebadged edition of the global Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in China. At present, there is no word on the pricing of the device.
Infinix has started teasing the Zero 5G in India. It will be debuting soon as the company’s first 5G-ready handset. Here is what to expect from the upcoming Zero 5G handset.
Look closely. Everything is encompassed in Zero. The beginning, the middle, the end. pic.twitter.com/sLSr2i2hFd
The Infinix Zero 5G renders that it will be sporting a punch-hole display on the front. It appears that the handset will be available in black and orange colors. The appearance of the orange variant suggests it could be equipped with a leather back. The power button available on the right edge of the device will also work as a fingerprint scanner. The rear camera setup of the phone has three cameras and two sets of LED flash units.
Last week, XDA Developers had shared the live shots of an upcoming Infinix phone with Dimensity 900 chip and a 48-megapixel main camera. The renders shared by the tipsters show that the handset teased by the publication could be the Zero 5G.
Infinix Zero 5G specifications (rumored)
Reports have revealed that the Infinix Zero 5G has a 6.67-inch OLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. For selfies, it may feature a front camera of 16-megapixel. Its rear camera setup may comprise a 48-megapixel main camera, an ultrawide lens, and a telephoto snapper.
The Dimensity 900 powered device may arrive with 8 Gb of RAM, 128 GB of built-in storage, and Android 11 OS. It may house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. The handset will carry a sub-Rs 20,000 (~$266) pricing in India.
The Infinix Zero 5G is expected to launch in multiple markets. Now that the Indian division of the brand has its teased arrival, it appears that the Zero 5G may land in India in February.
OPPO will be launching the Reno7 series of smartphones on Feb. 4 in India. It is still clear how many Reno7 models will be unveiled on the said date. The company has been teasing the Reno7 Pro 5G, which appears to be the same device that debuted in China in December 2021. However, there have been conflicting reports about the vanilla model. It does not seem to be the same Reno7 5G from China. Now, reliable tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has leaked the official renders of the Reno7 5G, which will be heading to India and global markets. The leak has also revealed the specifications and pricing of the device.
OPPO Reno7 5G design
The Reno7 5G India/global edition has a punch-hole display on the front with a noticeable chin. The rear side of the device has a triple camera unit. It can be seen in black and blue colors.
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Like other OPPO phones, the Reno7 5G has volume buttons. A power button is available on the right edge of the device. A microphone is placed on the top edge of the Reno7 5G, whereas its bottom edge has a 3.5mm audio jack, a microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille. For security, it has an under-display fingerprint scanner. The device measures 7.81mm in thickness and weighs 7.81 grams.
OPPO Reno7 5G specifications, price (rumored)
The Reno7 5G India/global version has a 32-megapixel Sony IMX615 front camera. Its back panel has a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.
The Dimensity 900 chipset is present under the hood of the smartphone. It has a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W SuperVOOC charging. It is equipped with 5 GB of extended RAM. Unfortunately, the leak has no information on the display details of the device. The tipster claimed that the 8 GB RAM + 256 GB edition of the device will be priced at Rs 30,000 (~$400).
These specs suggest that the Reno7 5G India/global variant is different from China’s Reno7 5G and Reno7 SE.
HP first announced its 11-inch tablet back in September 2021 and it has now berthed in the United States with a $499 price tag. HP’s new 11-inch tablet features a rotating camera, with an Intel Pentium Silver N6000 processor and only one memory configuration. It can be purchased with or without a physical keyboard. The tablet is being sold on Best Buy.
The HP tablet has a screen-to-body ratio of 84.6% with 100% sRGB color space coverage and active pen input support for the display. The Intel Pentium Silver N6000 is a Jasper Lake processor with 6W TDP, four cores, a 3.3 GHz CPU boost clock speed, and the Jasper Lake 32 EU Intel UHD Graphics card.
The slate features a single memory configuration of 4GB RAM together with 128GB of storage. It equally runs on Windows 11 Home in S mode. The tablet comes with a USB-C port for charging and connecting other devices. It also features a fingerprint reader embedded under the power button.
The device is available on Best Buy for $499 while the package that includes the keyboard accessory will cost $599. The keyboard does not have backlighting and HP is currently not selling the keyboard alone. It is available in a single Natural Silver color variant.
Logitech’s latest wired mechanical keyboards have been unveiled with a starting price of $69.99. The Logitech G413 SE and G413TKL mechanical keyboards offer some understated functionality and could be great for their affordable prices.
The Logitech G413 SE is a full-size keyboard while the G413 TKL is a tenkeyless model with the number keys absent, thus making it more compact and less expensive. The G413 TKL is priced at $69.99 while the G413 SE costs $79.99. Unlike their predecessor, the G413 keyboard which uses Logitech’s Romer-G switches, the G413 SE and G413 TKL both use a set of Cherry MX-style switches, although they are not manufactured by Cherry. The switches, according to a Logitech spokesperson, are manufactured by Longhua Switches. The switches are easily compatible with other replacement keycaps, so changing or tweaking the keyboard later will not be a problem.
Both keyboards sport a simple design with a black-brushed aluminum-magnesium alloy and the keycaps have a simple black design. The keycaps are made of durable PBT plastic with transparent lettering that accentuates the white backlighting present in both models.
Logitech says both the G413 SE and G413 TKL wired mechanical keyboards will go on sale in February 2022, and the company hopes the two models will get a decent reception due to their functionality and affordability. Global availability details are sketchy at this time.
BYD has introduced its unique Type A electric school bus that is capable of carrying 30 students, with a range of about 225km (140 miles) and vehicle-to-grid capability. The signposting feature of the new BYD electric bus is its vehicle-to-grid capacity which offers off-grid power to schools. Furthermore, it is zero-emission, and its significantly reduced maintenance and fueling cost will also be beneficial to schools.
In 2021, BYD was the second-largest manufacturer of BEVs, with over 320,000 units produced in China. Its operations include the development and manufacture of the blade EV batteries, and the US school system heralded its debut in June 2021 with its Type D electric buses. It continues to collaborate with other players in the integration of V2G technologies into commercial EV fleets for enhanced versatility. While the Type D buses come with a larger carrying capacity, the new BYD Type A electric buses are smaller but will also provide power to US schools, in addition to the safe and clean transportation it offers.
In a press release by BYD, we now know that the new buses will come in sizes of 22.9ft, 24.5ft, and 26.7ft and this is ideal for routes with fewer students and students with disabilities. The bus will be powered by a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery which can recharge either via DC or single-phase AC supply, that is, 150kW DC fast charging or 19.2kW single-phase AC charging. The company says the new buses could cut fuelling and maintenance costs by as high as 60%, while also offering clean energy to the school when it is not operational during school hours.
BYD is however yet to announce any pricing information for the new Type A buses, neither have they put out a release date for the vehicles.
Honor recently launched the most powerful foldable ever made and it may soon hit the global market as well. We are talking about the Honor Magic V, a foldable phone coming with a very wide display and amazing specifications. But are its specifications amazing enough to compete with the other flagship foldable devices? There is no better way to understand it than comparing it to the most widespread foldable phone out there: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. Both are able to transform into tablets, but which one has the better specifications on the paper? This comparison between their specs sheets will help you to find out in the best way possible.
Honor Magic V vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
Honor Magic V
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
THICKNESS
14.3 mm when folded, 6.7 mm when unfolded
14.4 mm when folded, 6.4 mm when unfolded
DISPLAY
Main display: 7.9 inches, 1984 x 2272p (Quad HD+), 381 ppi, Foldable OLED
External display: 6.45 inches HD+ (1080 x 2560p), OLED
Which foldable has the best design? It mostly depends on personal tastes. I like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 more because of its more compact and elegant design. The camera module is more minimalistic and the overall dimensions are actually better. But the Honor Magic V comes in a special color option sporting a leather back. In the remaining color options, the Honor Magic V has a glass back and an aluminum frame just like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. Both the handset feature an in-display fingerprint reader and an internal foldable display allowing them to transform into a tablet. Note that the Samsung flagship is waterproof with the IPX8 certification, while the Honor one is not.
Display
The internal foldable display of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is an AMOLED panel with a diagonal of 7.6 inches, a 2K resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, the HDR10+ certification, and a peak brightness of up to 1200 nits. This display actually comes with a higher refresh rate than the one found on the Honor Magic V. But the Magic V sports a wider 7.9-inch panel with one billion colors which shows a great color reproduction. Both the phones feature an external display for those who want to use them like normal phones. The Samsung one has a 6.2-inch diagonal and an HD+ resolution, while the Honor Magic V has a better 6.45 external display with a higher Full HD+ resolution, one billion colors, and a 120 Hz refresh rate.
Specs & Software
The winner of the hardware comparison is the Honor Magic V simply because it is powered by a superior chipset. We are talking about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 mobile platform making it the best foldable phone in terms of performance. The SoC is paired with 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of native storage. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 is inferior but it still comes with a great flagship chipset: the Snapdragon 888 paired with 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of native storage. Note that the Samsung handset runs Android 11 out of the box, while the Honor Magic V ships with Android 12, and it will include Google Mobile Services in the global market.
Camera
The specs on the paper are not enough to establish which of these devices will offer the best camera performance. The Honor Magic V has three 50 MP sensors on the rear side, including an ultrawide camera. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 comes with three 12 MP cameras including OIS, 2x optical zoom, and an ultrawide sensor. The Honor flagship has a 42 MP front camera, while the Samsung one sports two front cameras, one on the external display and one on the internal one, with 4 and 10 MP resolution respectively.
The Honor Magic V has a bigger 4700 mAh battery and it is likely to last more on a single charge. Further, it features faster 66W charging. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 adds wireless charging, but it has a smaller battery and lowers charging speeds.
Price
Unfortunately, the Honor Magic V is still not Global, so it is impossible to make a comparison between prices. In China, it starts from €1385/$1545, while the Galaxy Z Fold 3 costs around €1500/$1672 globally. Which one would you pick?
Honor Magic V vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3: PRO and CONS
The latest software update for Tesla electric vehicles in China has incorporated an in-car karaoke system for enhanced entertainment. A new microphone, called the TeslaMic is now on sale by Tesla for its infotainment system, and it is only available in China currently. The TeslaMic is priced at $188 and can be purchased via the Tesla Store. The software update coincided with the Chinese New Year and it has added a karaoke platform, Leishi KTV to the infotainment system in electric vehicles.
The TeslaMic, in combination with the Leishi KTV karaoke system, opens a new vista in the infotainment content and features available to Tesla EV owners. It is unclear at this time how the TeslaMic could be purchased or whether it will berth in other regions outside China. The microphone automatically pairs with the in-car infotainment system and comes in a pair, with the possibility of turning the car’s infotainment system into a mobile public address unit.
The Leishi KTV adaptation by Tesla shows the company is building upon its Caraoke feature introduced in 2019 which had a more restrictive list of tracks to draw from. A YouTube video is out, possibly drawn from an earlier Weibo post, that shows the TeslaMic and Leishi KTV karaoke system is displayed in action. There is no official statement yet from Tesla on the availability of the TeslaMic in other regions, although Tesla vehicles can use the Carpool Karaoke microphone when connected to the car’s audio system with limited functionality.
In a clear expansionist move, Indian ride-hailing startup and fast-rising EV manufacturer Ola plans to build a £100m ($134.06m) electric vehicle research and development (R&D) facility in the United Kingdom. The news comes as a boost to the UK automotive industry which has had a mixed bag of fortunes in recent times.
Ola is a rapidly-expanding tech firm with electric vehicle manufacturing interests. It already has a few e-scooters under its belt and recently unveiled its concept car design in India. Ola’s investment in the new R&D plant is to subsequently yield electric vehicles wholly designed by the firm.
Ola Electric, days back raised $200m in funding at a reported $5b valuation from Japanese tech investor, Softbank. It is also reportedly planning a stock market float to raise as much as $2bn.
Ola is a leading ride-hailing app, with the company saying it is the third-largest in the world. Ola launched its taxi app operations in the United Kingdom in 2018. It is operational in several UK cities including London, Birmingham, and Cardiff. The new facility will be sited in Coventry in the West Midlands, the center of the UK automotive industry. It will create up to 200 jobs in design and engineering, with focus also beamed on research on EV battery technology.
Ola said the new UK facility will collaborate closely with the headquarters, although little detail was provided on the manufacturing capacity of the Coventry facility.
The £100m ($134.06m) investment seems to be a vote of confidence in the UK automotive industry as it continues to rebound after years of underperformance. This has led to a recent surge in investment in the sector. London’s trade issues with the EU also saw some of the big players holding back to get clarity in the market. The UK EV market holds some promise as EVs still only accounted for about 12% of UK car sales in 2021.
According to the company, the new UK plant, Ola Futurefoundry will enable the company to tap into the automotive design and engineering talent in the UK to create the next generation of electric vehicles. The plan remains to continue to produce affordable electric vehicles in the UK. The company hopes to create a world-class design and R&D team with global sensibilities.
OnePlus is reportedly working on the OnePlus Nord 2 CE, which is codenamed “Ivan.” Earlier this week, the launch date of the Nord 2 CE was revealed to be February 11, and now, information regarding its pricing has surfaced.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 render by Yogesh Brar / 91mobiles
According to a 91mobiles report, tipster Yogesh Brar has stated that the OnePlus Nord 2 CE will be priced between Rs. 25,000 ($333) and Rs. 30,000 ($400). The information came with the pricing and launch timeline reveal of the OnePlus Nord 2T which is expected to launch in India between April and July.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 specifications (rumored)
So far, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 is rumored to arrive with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display. The punch-hole screen is expected to support a Full HD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The handset will run on Android 12 OS out of the box.
For photography, it is likely to feature a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro triple camera unit. As for video calls and selfies, we can expect a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.
The Dimensity 900 chipset will be powering the Nord CE 2. It may come with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of internal storage. It will draw power from a 4,500mAh battery, which is expected to carry support for 65W fast charging. It is likely to be priced between Rs 25,000 ($333) and Rs 30,000 ($400) in India. The Nord CE 2 is expected to arrive in black and green colors.
OnePlus is also said to be working on a new Nord device which is expected to launch in India this year and is tipped to be priced under Rs 20,000 ($269).
Earlier this week, the existence of the OnePlus Nord 2T was revealed through a specifications leak. The leak revealed that the upcoming Nord 2T will come with MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC which is still unreleased. And now, a new report has surfaced hinting at the expected launch timeline and pricing of the device.
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According to a recent report by 91mobiles, noted tipster Yogesh Brar has revealed that the OnePlus Nord 2T will be replacing the existing Nord 2 when it launches. The Nord 2T is said to launch somewhere between April and May and will be priced between Rs. 30,000-40,000 ($400-$533). The base variant of the Nord 2T which is expected to offer 6GB RAM and 128GB storage can be priced just under Rs. 30,000 ($400).
OnePlus Nord 2T specs (rumored)
Previous leaks have revealed that the OnePlus Nord 2T will be powered by the Dimensity 1300. The processor is yet to go official so the Nord 2T could be one of the very first to be powered by it.
It is said to come with a 6.43-inch Full HD+ (2400×1080) AMOLED panel with a 90Hz refresh rate. Along with the above-mentioned Dimensity 1300 SoC, the phone is expected to be made available in three RAM variants – 6GB, 8GB, and 12GB. As for the storage options, the phone will likely be launched with 128GB and 256GB storage variants. It will also run Android 12 out of the box.
For photography, the camera is expected to be largely unchanged compared to the OnePlus Nord 2, but rumor has it that the Nord 2T might come with the newer version of the sensors. The OnePlus Nord 2T is expected to sport a triple camera setup at the rear, headlined by a 50MP shooter. The primary will be complemented by 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP monochrome sensors. For selfies, you get a 32MP camera that will likely be housed within a punch-hole cutout.
Charging will also receive a notable upgrade, with the 4,500mAh battery now being capable of being filled up at 80W SuperVOOC speeds via wire. This is the same as the OnePlus 10 Pro, meaning you will be getting flagship-level charging capabilities in a mid-range device.
On October 5, 2021, Microsoft released Windows 11 to the masses. Although Early adopters of the operating system faced multiple bugs and difficulties, new data has surfaced revealing that more and more people are upgrading to Windows 11.
According to XDA Developers, the January usage report published by AdDuplex shows that Windows 11 has almost doubled its userbase since November 2021. For those unaware, AdDuplex is a company that provides an advertising framework for apps on the Microsoft store.
The report shows that the user base of Windows 11 is 16.1% of total users, which was only 8.6% back in the month of November. These numbers appear to be in line with Microsoft’s recently stated that users are adopting Windows 11 much quicker than expected, which is twice as fast as they adopted Windows 10. The company even claimed that customer satisfaction with Windows 11 has been the highest among all Windows versions released as of yet.
Though it is worth keeping in mind that this data is from a sample size of 60,000 systems which is rather small when you consider that billions of systems use some form of Windows OS. The data also leaves out systems not using Windows 10 or 11 since only the recent version can have the AdDuplex SDK. Meaning the data does not include Windows 7 and 8 users.
That aside, the growing userbase is still impressive considering that a lot of systems are incompatible with Windows 11 and can not be upgraded via normal methods. And the popularity of Windows 11 is still expected to grow as the company matures the Android apps and games support on the operating system.
Last month, the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro received its first beta of the Android 12L developer preview. Now, Google has started rolling out beta 2 on the Tab P12 Pro. Notably, this built comes two weeks after its release for the Google Pixel phones.
The Android 12L beta 2 brings the December security patch. It also has the SW flashing packages and a 12L Beta 2 image. Unfortunately, the beta build doesn’t have any release notes to refer to. Having said that, we aren’t sure what major changes does it bring, at the moment.
After taking a look at the Lenovo page, we saw that Lenovo has also not updated the list of SW limitations. It is the same as Beta 1. It seems that either Lenovo has forgotten to update the page, or the new Beta doesn’t really bring any fixes(via GSMArena).
Nonetheless, the Beta 2 build is here and you can download it from this link. It is sized at 1.7GB and is for the Wi-Fi version of the Tab P12 Pro – TB-Q706F.
In February, the tablet is expected to get the Android 12L Beta 3 update. The final build will be released in April this year.
Lenovo Tab P12 Pro Specifications
The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro was launched back in September 2021. It has a 12.6-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution. It has a 13MP + 5MP dual rear camera and an 8MP + 8MP dual selfie setup. The tablet also supports Stylus and has the Snapdragon 870 SoC inside. It has up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It has a 10,200mAh battery and supports 45W fast charging support. It was released running on Android 11 out of the box.
Panasonic has announced the development of a new far-infrared lens molding technology. It will be employed for the mass production of far-infrared aspherical lenses to improve camera and sensor performance. The new lenses are made of chalcogenide glass, which has “excellent far-infrared transmission characteristics.”
The new glass molding method allows Panasonic to deliver a range of lenses including diffractive lenses, which is the world’s first highly hermetic frame-integrated lens without using adhesive (via Neowin). Using the tech, the company will be able to contribute to the spread enhanced performance of far-infrared sensor modules. This will be done by achieving mass production of high-quality but still low-cost far-infrared aspherical lenses.
The new technology is ready to supply chalcogenide lenses, both aspherical and diffractive, already in a number of sizes, ranging from φ3 mm to φ40 mm. The non-usage of adhesive will also allow the production of frame-integrated lenses without the risk of gas contamination.
Further, the edge of the lens is safeguarded, improving the accuracy of installation on the lens barrel. And last but not least, the technology enables the development of highly hermetic barrel type frame-integrated lenses.
Panasonic is currently accepting prototype orders but sales of high-performance and low-cost far-infrared aspherical lenses are set to expand in the future.
This week, we at least had two important smartphone launches. However, next week, there will be only one. OPPO will be finally debuting the OPPO Reno7 series in India after teasing it for the past few days. Here’s what the new phones from the brand will offer and how much they are expected to cost.
Upcoming Smartphone Next Week
OPPO Reno7 Series
The OPPO Reno7 series will launch in India on February 4. The live stream for the event will kickstart at 12 PM IST. It will be broadcasted by the official OPPO India handles on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
The company is anticipated to debut two models in the lineup, namely OPPO Reno7 and OPPO Reno7 Pro. These two handsets and OPPO Reno7 SE initially went official in China at the end of November.
OPPO Reno7
The OPPO Reno7 coming to India is said to be a rebranded OPPO Reno7 SE. Hence, the device will have features like a 6.43-inch 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, 48MP (wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) triple camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, in-screen fingerprint sensor, ColorOS 12 based on Android 11, 4,500mAh battery, and 33W fast charging.
OPPO Reno7 SE (China) | OPPO Reno7 (India)
The phone is rumored to cost ₹29,990 for the single 8GB + 256GB variant. But according to a retailer, it will cost ₹31,490 for the sole 8GB + 128GB memory configuration.
OPPO Reno7 Pro
Unlike the OPPO Reno7, the OPPO Reno7 Pro heading to India is expected to be the same as the handset sold in China. Therefore, it will arrive with features like a notification LED light around the camera island, 6.55-inch 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, 50MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) triple camera setup, 32MP selfie camera, in-screen fingerprint sensor, ColorOS 12 based on Android 11, 4,500mAh battery, and 65W fast charging.
OPPO Reno7 Pro
The device was previously rumored to cost around ₹41,000-₹43,000. But now, it is being tipped to retail at ₹39,990 for the single 12GB + 256GB memory version.
The REDMAGIC 7 series will offer at least one device that will come with a full-screen, bezel-less viewing experience, which is a first for gaming phones.
The information comes from prominent tipster Digital Chat Station who further revealed that the series will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor that will be aided by a 20,000 RPM active cooling fan to help it stay cool during extended gaming sessions.
The display upfront will be a 165Hz OLED panel and the phones will also support 165W super flash charging, which looks set to be the fastest in the industry when the series goes live. Such speeds should help the phone reach 100% from 0% in around 10 minutes, meaning you wouldn’t have to worry about the battery at all.
Gaming phones have always shied away from adopting full-screen displays as they aren’t the most ideal for gaming. A major complaint by gamers against bezel-less phones is that they’re plagued by accidental touches from the edges they’re gripped from.
REDMAGIC 7
It could be possible that the REDMAGIC 7 will include stuff on the software end that will address this limitation. A simple feature that reduces touch sensitivity around the edges when a game is detected in the foreground should suffice.
Another cool feature that one of the models from the REDMAGIC 7 series will pack is under-display camera technology, which would again be a first for a gaming phone. This will be paired with under-display fingerprint.
Additionally, a recent teaser revealed that the device has an AnTuTu score of 1,101,769 which is the highest in any gaming phone at the moment.
Realme has several budget phones in the pipeline for the coming months. The company is expected to launch the Realme C31, C35, and 9 series soon, out of which, the Realme 9 series is scheduled for a launch in February. Now, yet another gaming phone has appeared online, which looks to be a budget-centric phone.
According to its FCC certification, the new Realme phone has the model number RMX3513. It is a dual-SIM 4G smartphone with support for 18W fast charging support. It also packs a 5,000mAh battery. We also get to learn that the phone will arrive with a USB Type-C cable and earphones. Furthermore, it boots on Android 11 out of the box and has Realme UI on top of it.
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Considering its model number, we speculate it to be some C-series Realme device. The Realme C35 which recently passed Geekbench also has a similar model number — RMX3511.
Having a look at its specs, the Geekbench portal revealed that it will be powered by a UNISOC SoC and have 4GB of RAM. Just like the RMX3513, it also boots on Android 11 OS.
As of now, there’s very little that we know about the Realme RMX3513, however, considering that it has passed the FCC listing, we can expect a launch sooner. We expect the device to be some budget-centric phone and may have an HD+ screen, 60Hz refresh rate, and modest cameras.
OPPO has confirmed to launch the OPPO Reno7 series in India on February 4. The company is expected to introduce two models in the lineup, namely OPPO Reno7 and OPPO Reno7 Pro. Ahead of their official announcement, their price has leaked once again.
OPPO Reno7 Pro
According to the source of tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore, the OPPO Reno7 will retail at ₹29,990 in India for the sole 8GB + 256GB memory configuration. On the other hand, the OPPO Reno7 Pro will cost ₹39,990 for the single 12GB + 256GB variant.
The leaker requests the public to consider this information with a pinch of salt. Because the previous reports have suggested higher price tags.
A retailer listing recently revealed that the OPPO Reno7 will come in an 8GB + 128GB version priced at ₹31,490. Whereas, the OPPO Reno7 Pro was earlier said to retail at around ₹41,000-₹43,000.
As far as the devices are concerned, the OPPO Reno7 Pro coming to India is the same as the phone sold in China. However, the OPPO Reno7 for India is said to be a rebranded OPPO Reno7 SE.
In a nutshell, both these handsets are already official and we know everything about them. In fact, we had already reviewed the OPPO Reno7 Pro back in December.
Fastrack has officially launched its first smartwatch under the Reflex lineup. It is called the Fastrack Reflex Vox and it comes with a squarish design offering over 100 watch faces and various health modes.
The Fastrack Reflex Vox is priced at Rs. 6,995 in the market, but is currently available for Rs. 4,995 as an introductory offer. It comes in four color options, Carbon Black, Flaming Red, Blazing Blue, Champagne Pink. The smartwatch also comes with interchangeable bands.
As for its availability, the Reflex Vox can be picked up from nearby Fastrack stores, Worl of Titan, and other authorized dealers. It will also be available from Shoppers Stop and Lifestyle retail outlets. The sale starts from today i.e. January 29.
Fastrack Reflex Vox Specifications
The Fastrack Reflex sports a 1.69-inch touch color display with an HD screen resolution. It has over 100 watch faces and boasts a physical button on the right spine. It has multi-sports modes and various health-related features.
It comes with a heart rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, sleep tracker, stress monitor, and even menstrual tracker. It can also track activity like the regular step counting. It also has music controls and supports remote camera features.
The smartwatch can display call and message alerts, and also show specific app alerts. In terms of the battery, it offers 10 days of battery life. Interestingly, it also has a built-in Amazon Alexa voice assistant.
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