Audiobooks are now Supported on the Xiaomi Watch S1, and 10 More New Apps Added to the OS

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Jan 2, 2022

Xiaomi is all set to launch a smartphone dubbed Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge in India. The company has been teasing the features of the handset for the past few days. We have compiled all of them and more in this single article. Let’s check out what the latest phone from Xiaomi is all about.

Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus | Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge — Redmi Note 11 Pro+ | Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge

Introduction

Although Xiaomi India teases Xiaomi 11i as a brand new smartphone, we all know that it isn’t. MIUI code had already revealed that this device is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 11 Pro+, which debuted in China at the end of October.

For the unaware, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is almost identical to the Redmi Note 11 Pro. The only differences between the two are their battery capacity and charging speed. The Pro has a 5,160mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging as compared to a smaller 4,500mAh battery and a whopping 120W fast charging on the Pro+.

The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge gets its name from its fast charging capability. Though MIUI code has confirmed the existence of vanilla Xiaomi 11i (Redmi Note 11 Pro) for India, we are not sure if it will make its way to the country alongside its bigger sibling on the same day.

Launch Date

The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is set to launch in India on January 6, 2022. The event will kickstart at 12 PM IST.

Interested readers can watch it on the company’s official YouTube channel. They can even keep updated with the event on the firm’s official Twitter handle.

Design

The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge will feature a flat frame design like the newer iPhones. However, the frame will be of plastic instead of metal.

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Further, It will have a matte glass panel on the rear. A giant rectangular camera module will sit on its top. But the number of lenses will be only three.

Finally, it will be available in four colors – blue gradient, black, green, and purple. The official names of the first three colors are Pacific Pearl, Stealth Black, and Camo Green. The company is yet to reveal the name of the fourth hue as of writing this article.

Specifications

Since the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is a rebadged Redmi Note 11 Pro+, it should have the same set of specs.

The phone is expected to arrive with a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen supplied by Samsung Display. The panel will have a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), up to 120Hz refresh rate, up to 360Hz touch sampling rate, 1200 nits peak brightness, and 4,500,000:1 contrast ratio. The canvas will have support for the DCI-P3 color gamut and will sport a centered punch-hole.

The device will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. Though It is tipped to come in a single 8GB + 128GB memory configuration, we anticipate at least one more variant.

As far as optics are concerned, the smartphone will house a triple camera setup on the back comprising of a 108MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and 2MP macro snapper. Whereas, on the front, it will feature a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

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On the connectivity front, the handset will have support for dual-SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, and NFC (not confirmed). As for ports, it will sport a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port.

The device will include all the essential sensors like a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, 360° ambient light sensor, gyroscope, proximity sensor, compass, and infrared sensor. It will also have an x-axis linear vibration motor, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and a MicroSD card slot.

Unlike the newly released Xiaomi 12 series that comes with Android 12-based MIUI 13, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge will ship with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11.

Lastly, as mentioned earlier, the main highlight of this phone will be the support for 120W fast charging. The required charger will most likely be included in the retail box to fill up the handset’s dual-cell 4,500mAh battery in just 15 minutes.

Expected Price

Raghu Reddy, Chief Business Officer of Xiaomi India, has confirmed that the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge will be priced between ₹25,000 and ₹30,000.

At this price, it will be not only the first 120W fast-charging smartphone in India but also the most affordable fastest charging handset in the country.

Realme 9 Pro 5G has been Recently Certified in Many Countries, Announcement of Launch Date Imminent

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Jan 2, 2022

Realme is tipped to launch its Realme 9 series globally in early Q1 2022, some sources even say it might be launching in India as early as February 2022. Well, it is the start of the new year and upcoming new releases are now being officially certified on many countries’ product safety databases for brands to gear up for their respective launch events. In turn, it is no surprise that Realme and its Realme 9 series are no exception to this procedure.

Spotted first on the Indonesian electronics safety database, an upcoming Realme smartphone has been certified with the model number RMX3472. The same model number, RMX3472 then popped out on the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Council Committee (NBTC) website in Thailand, however this time the name was revealed on the NBTC database: Realme 9 Pro 5G. From the name, we can deduce that the Realme 9 Pro 5G will be the direct successor to last year’s Realme 8 Pro and in 2022, Realme is suiting the sequel with 5G connectivity.

Realme-9-Pro-5G-indonesia — Realme 9 Pro certified on an Indonesian database.

Realme-9-Pro-5G-NBTC — Realme 9 Pro spotted on Thailand NBTC website.

Besides these two certification bodies, the smartphone was also spotted on EEC certification with the RMX3472 model number and the handset was recently also spotted on the Indonesian TKDN certification website. With many certifications ready to go, it seems like Realme is planning to announce the Realme 9 Pro 5G in many growing global smartphone markets, which include South Asian and Southeast Asian countries.

Realme-9-Pro-5G-TDKN — Realme 9 Pro 5G spotted on TDKN database.

Realme-9-Pro-5G-EEC — Realme 9 Pro spotted on EEC database.

Another shocking revelation of the Realme 9 Pro 5G is that it was spotted with the model number RMX3471 instead on the India BIS certification database, a slight change in the last digit compared to RMX3472. This may be hinting Realme is releasing another variant of the Realme 9 Pro 5G exclusive to India, which may differ slightly to the global variant.

Realme-9-Pro-5G-BIS-Variant — Realme 9 Pro spotted on Indian BIS database.

From previous leaks, besides the Realme 9 Pro, we also gathered that Realme will be launching 4 models in total for the Realme 9 series, namely the standard Realme 9, Realme 9 Pro, Realme 9 Pro Plus, and Realme 9i. It is expected to launch within this quarter and to come several key markets, which include India, Thailand and Indonesia.

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Alleged ASUS Zenfone 9 screenshot reveals a secondary display, dual cameras, and new gestures

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Jan 1, 2022

ASUS might be preparing for the launch of its upcoming 2022 flagships as just today, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 was seen in 2D renders and now, the Zenfone 9 has also arrived on the Internet.

Apparently, a screenshot of a Zenfone 9 phone has appeared and it reveals the phone’s key details. As per the screenshot, the upcoming ASUS Zenfone 9 will come with a back display. It means the phone will feature a secondary screen similar to the ROG Phone 5. However, it won’t be that fancy, rather it will be a tiny screen that may display time.

The phone seems to have a cleaner design. It looks to be taller and narrower, at least in the image. The secondary screen’s details are unknown at the moment. The phone features dual rear cameras similar to what we saw in the predecessor.

One of the phone’s useful features could be the back double-tap gesture. The smartphone may come with a double-tap feature similar to Apple iPhones, whereby double-tapping the back panel may perform actions like capturing screenshots or opening camera.

As ASUS is yet to announce the series officially, we advise readers to do take the aforementioned details with a grain of salt. Since the initial Zenfone 9 leaks seem to have arrived on the internet, we expect the company to tease the series soon. Until then, we’d have to rely on the rumours.

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Motorola Defy rugged phone with 5,000mAh battery approved in Brazil

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Jan 1, 2022

Back in June 2021, Motorola launched the Defy rugged smartphone in the European market with specs like Gorilla Glass Victus protection, a triple camera setup, and a big battery. But despite its launch, the phone is still nowhere to be seen in Brazil. Now, the Motorola Defy has been approved by National Telecommunications Agency in Brazil hinting at a sooner launch.

The certification shows a phone with model number XT2083-8 which is nothing but the Motorola Defy rugged smartphone. It has received approval from the Brazilian telecommunication authority confirming its release in the region.

Furthermore, TudoCelular has managed to share some of the phone’s images which gives us a clear look at the phone. The smartphone has a large display and boasts a triple camera setup with a 48MP main, a 2MP macro, and a 2MP depth. We also get to learn the details of the charging adapter. The adapter here has a 20W fast charging speed.

Other than this, the phone’s already available in some other European markets. It comes with a 6.5-inch dew-drop notch display with an HD+ resolution. It has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection which is rare in budget-centric phones.

The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging. The phone comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and runs on Android 10 out of the box.

Since it’s a rugged phone, it has an IP68 water-resistant rating and can be used in extreme temperatures from +55 degrees celsius to -25 degrees celsius.

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iQOO U5 with Snapdragon 695 SoC goes on sale in China

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Jan 1, 2022

iQOO unveiled the iQOO U5 on December 21, 2021, in China. As scheduled, the phone went on pre-orders on December 24 and today, it has officially gone on sale in the country.

The iQOO U5 comes at starting price of CNY 1,299(~$204) for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, CNY 1,399(~220$) for the 6GB + 128GB variant, and CNY 1,499(~$236) for the maxed out 8GB + 128GB variant.

The device comes in three color variants – Magic Blue, Dark Black, and Silver White. It can be purchased from JD mall and other authorised stores in the country.

iQOO U5 Specifications

The iQOO U5 is a budget phone with a 6.58-inch LCD display offering Full-HD+ resolution. It is a water-drop notch panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen supports HDR10 and has 401 PPI pixel density. The smartphone sports an 8MP selfie camera and has a dual-camera setup at the rear. It has a 50MP primary lens and a 2MP macro sensor.

At the helm, the phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC paired with 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. It houses a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. As for security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The device boots on Android 11 out of the box and has iQOO UI.

It comes with Bluetooth v5.1, Wi-Fi dual-band, and GPS support. The smartphone has 5G connectivity and supports dual-SIM. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack at the bottom and a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer.

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realme GT Master Edition joins realme UI 3.0 Early Access program

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Jan 1, 2022

A total of four smartphones were supposed to join the realme UI 3.0 Early Access program in December 2021. Users of three of these devices can already taste Android 12. At last, on the final day of the year, realme kickstarted the initiative for the fourth and the last device in the list – realme GT Master Edition. realme GT Master Edition realm UI 3.0 Early Access Android 12

Chinese tech brand realme has opened registrations for realme GT Master Edition realme UI 3.0 Early Access program. The company made an official announcement on realme Community.

In order to enroll in the initiative, users should be on firmware version RMX3360_11_A.08. If they are, then they can head over to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Trial Version > Apply Now > Submit Detail and finish the quiz.

Applicants who get selected will receive the Android 12-based realme UI 3.0 beta update via OTA. Those who don’t get selected can try their luck during the next batch of registrations whenever that begins.

Having said that, if a user is not satisfied with the new software, then they have an option to roll back to the older realme UI 2.0 (Android 11) stable channel. However, by doing so, they not only lose access to the ‘Early Access’ channel but also have to face factory reset.

Lastly, it’s not known when the realme GT Master Edition will receive the realme 3.0 (Android 12) stable update.

ASUS ROG Phone 6, ROG Phone 6 Pro appear in 2D renders; launch forthcoming

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Jan 1, 2022

In March 2021, ASUS unveiled the ROG Phone 5 series comprising of the ROG Phone 5, 5 Pro, and 5 Ultimate. Later in August, the company launched the updated version of the phones dubbed ROG Phone 5s and 5s Pro. Now, ASUS seems to be gearing to launch this year’s gaming phones as new 2D renders(EqualLeaks) of the upcoming ASUS ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro have arrived on the internet.

The ASUS ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro look quite similar to the ROG Phone 5 devices. However, there’s a marginal change in cameras, secondary display, and the back panel’s graphics. The ROG Phone 6 series would be sporting a slightly different camera design. It will be a horizontal camera island with a triple camera system on both the 6 and 6 Pro.

Interestingly, the secondary display on the ROG Phone 6 would be bigger in comparison to the ROG Phone 5’s POMOLED display. Again, this time around, the screen will be exactly vertical unlike the slanted screen on the ROG Phone 5. Interestingly, one of the ROG 6 phones has a larger display and different back graphics to that of the other one. There’s also the Republic of Gamers branding at the bottom.

Apart from this, there isn’t anything to learn from the renders. But we can expect the upcoming ROG Phones to launch in the coming months considering that the ROG Phone 5 debuted in March 2021.

ASUS ROG Phone 5 Specifications

The ASUS ROG Phone 5 series come with a 6.78-inch Samsung Super AMOLED display. It has a Full-HD+ resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and 300Hz touch sampling rate. The phones boast an in-display fingerprint scanner. The series has a 64MP + 13MP + 5MP triple camera system and a single camera at the front.

Inside, the ROG Phone 5, 5 Pro, and 5 Ultimate is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. The 5 and 5 Pro has up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB storage variants, while the 5 Ultimate also comes in an 18GB RAM option. The phones pack dual-battery support(3,000 + 3,000mAh) with a total cell capacity of 6,000mAh. The series supports 30W fast charging technology.

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Xiaomi and OPPO can be fined ₹1,000 Crore ($134 million) for violating Indian Tax Laws

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Jan 1, 2022

Previously we reported that the offices of Xiaomi and OPPO Chinese distribution partners were raided by the Income Tax Department on 21 December 2021. The searches were carried out in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Assam, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Bihar, and Rajasthan.

Now, according to the Income Tax department, Mobile phone makers Xiaomi and OPPO can be fined ₹ 1,000 crores ($134 million) for violating the law pertaining to non-disclosure of related party transactions(tax evasion).

As per a report by the economic times, The IT department found that two major companies have made payments (remittances) in the nature of royalty, to and on behalf of its group companies located abroad, which aggregates to more than Rs.5500 crore ($738 million).

The IT department stated in its press release that “These companies had not complied with the regulatory mandate prescribed under the Income-Tax Act, 1961, for disclosure of transactions with associated enterprises. Such a lapse makes them liable for penal action under the Income-Tax Act, 1961, the quantum of which could be in the range of more than ₹ 1,000 crores ($134 million).”

One of the companies inflated its expenses by making payments on behalf of the associated enterprises, which led to the reduction of taxable profits of the Indian mobile handset manufacturing company. “Such an amount could be in excess of Rs.1400 crore ($188 million).” revealed the IT department in its press release.

Additionally, the department is also probing the two companies for alleged bogus borrowings of over Rs. 5,000 crore ($671 million). One of the companies utilized the services of another entity located in India but did not comply with the provisions of tax deduction at the source, which leaves them liable for Rs.300 crores ($40 million) in taxes (TDS).

The seized documents and electronics are still under scrutiny by the Income Tax Department as well as the Directorate of Enforcement, so it is still not clear what might become of this situation. But going by the press release of the IT department, Xiaomi and OPPO could potentially face penalties and legal action in the near future for various kinds of tax evasion practices.

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Xiaomi 12 Ultra with periscope super-telephoto lens may launch in February

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Jan 1, 2022

A few days back, Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, and Xiaomi 12 Pro phones in China. However, the company didn’t launch the Xiaomi 12 Ultra despite it getting leaked several times. Now, the popular Chinese tipster DigitalChatStation sheds some light on the phone’s launch confirming that the device may launch after the Chinese Spring festival.

According to the tipster, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will debut after the Chinese Spring festival which will start on February 1st. So, we can expect the phone to launch sometime in mid or end February. Similar to the recently launched Xiaomi 12 models, the 12 Ultra will also get released in China initially and may have a global release later in the future.

The tipster reveals that the Xiaomi 12 carrying the codename L1 will have major camera highlights. One of them would be the periscope super-telephoto lens. In addition to this information, a previous leak revealed the device may come with Leica-powered camera sensors. Recently, Leica ended its partnership with Huawei which may result in a new collaboration and it could be with Xiaomi.

The smartphone was previously tipped to come with a quad-camera system at the rear. It will boast a 50MP main Samsung GN5 primary lens, a 48MP 2x zoom lens, a 48MP lens with 5x zooming capability, and lastly a 48MP sensor with 10x zoom.

Our recent exclusive case leak of the phone showcased its camera island. Unlike the predecessor, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will have a circular rear camera module and the major difference between the predecessor and the upcoming phone will be the elimination of a secondary display. For the unware, the Xiaomi 11 was launched with a secondary display and a rectangular camera module.

Apart from the cameras, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra is expected to come with a display that is around 6.5 to 6.6-inch in size and will have a 2k screen resolution. This is similar to the recently launched Xiaomi 12 Pro’s display.

Under the hood, the 12 Ultra will come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and is expected to have an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. The phone may come with crazy-fast charging support similar to the Xiaomi 12 Pro’s 120W rapid charging.

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Gionee Ti13 with AG matte glass, HMS Core, Helio P60 SoC launched in China

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Jan 1, 2022

A new Gionee-branded entry-level smartphone has been launched in China called Gionee Ti13. Some of the highlights of the handset include a matte glass finish, a chipset from 2018, and HMS Core (HUAWEI Mobile Services). Let’s check out what all it has to offer and how much it costs.

Gionee Ti13 Specifications and Features

Unlike most budget smartphones, the Gionee Ti13 with model number G7620DE flaunts an AG matte glass rear panel like the recently launched Philips PH2. The device measures 163 x 76 x 9.3mm in dimensions, weighs 201g, and arrives in two colors (black, green).

It is powered by a MediaTek Helio P60 SoC coupled with 6GB RAM and 128GB/256GB storage. If needed, the storage can be further expanded via a MicroSD card slot.

The phone sports a 6.53-inch HD+ LCD panel with a dewdrop notch, a 19:9 aspect ratio, and a 90% screen-to-body ratio. It has a 16MP + 5MP + 2MP triple camera setup on the back and an 8MP snapper on the front.

Other features of the device include dual-SIM, 4G, WiFi, Bluetooth, GNSS, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C port, and side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The phone’s Android version is not known, however, it is said to ship with HUAWEI Mobile Services (aka HMS Core).

Last but not least, the handset is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

Gionee Ti13 Price and Availability

The Gionee Ti13 retails at the following price tags in China.

6GB + 128GB – ¥899 ($141)
8GB + 256GB – ¥1,099 ($1,073)

The smartphone will most likely remain exclusive to mainland China.

vivo Y21T debuts in Indonesia ahead of India launch

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Jan 1, 2022

Smartphone brand vivo is expected to launch the vivo Y21T in India on January 3. Ahead of that, the company has quietly debuted the device in Indonesia. As expected, the latest handset from the firm is nothing but a tweaked vivo Y32 that went official in China a few days back.

vivo Y21T Indonesia — vivo Y21T (Indonesia)

vivo Y21T Specifications and Features

The vivo Y21T features a plastic build like any other vivo Y series smartphone. It measures 164.26 × 76.08 × 8.00mm in dimensions, weighs 182g, and arrives in two colors (Midnight Blue, Pearl White).

The device flaunts a 6.51-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display has a dewdrop notch, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and an 89% screen-to-body ratio. The India variant is expected to sport a 6.58-inch FHD+ (2408 x 1080 pixels) 90Hz display (LCD).

The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset coupled with 6GB RAM (+2GB virtual RAM) and 128GB storage. In India, it is said to come with 4GB (+1GB virtual RAM) instead.

As far as optics are concerned, the vivo Y21T houses a triple camera array on the back comprising of a 50MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro snapper, and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it nests an 8MP shooter inside the notch. For the unware, the original vivo Y32 in China has a 13MP (wide) + 2MP (macro) dual-camera setup on the rear that lacks the 2MP depth sensor.

As for connectivity, the handset comes with dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GNSS (GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS). It also has a 3.5mm headphone jack, a MicroSD card slot, and a USB Type-C port.

The smartphone sports all the essential sensors like a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass, proximity sensor, and compass. Finally, it runs Android 11-based Funtouch OS 12 and gets its juice from a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

vivo Y21T Price and Availability

As mentioned earlier, the vivo Y21T arrives in a single 6GB + 128GB memory configuration in Indonesia. This variant of the phone is priced at Rp 3,099,000 ($218) in the country. Customers can avail it in either Midnight Blue or Pearl White color options.

A slightly different version of this device with the aforementioned changes is heading to India on January 3.

Tesla Model 3 & Model Y receive price hike in China for the Rear Wheel Drive variant

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Jan 1, 2022

Tesla has raised the pricing for certain electric vehicle models in China. The company’s official Chinese website has revealed that the pricing for the rear wheel drive variant of the Model 3 and Model Y has been increased.

Looking at the reformed prices, the Model 3’s rear wheel drive variant now costs around 265,652 Yuan (roughly 42,000 US Dollars), which marks an increase of 10,000 Yuan (roughly 1,575 US Dollars) over the original price. On the other hand, the price of the rear wheel drive version of the Model Y has also been raised to 301,840 Yuan (roughly 47,560 US Dollars), which is around 21,000 Yuan (roughly 3,320 US Dollars) higher than the previous price tag.

For those unaware, the rear wheel drive versions are also the base variant of both EV models. Talking about the Model Y, it offers a 545 kilometer range on a single full charge and has a top speed of 217 km/h. It can even accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds. On the other hand, the American automobile giant’s Model 3 offers a top speed of 225 km/h, with a maximum range of 556 kilometers on a single full charge. It can go 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.1 seconds.

Unfortunately, the official reason for the price hike is unknown as of right now. Although, it might be due to the ongoing chip shortage issue that has impacted various industries across the globe, including automobiles. Rising chip costs due to the growing demand for semiconductors have caused chipmakers to raise the prices as well. Other materials and parts shortages or components supply constraints might also be a factor. However, this is just speculation at the moment so take it with a pinch of salt.

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Aqara Human Presence Sensor FP1 with mmWave radar unveiled for ¥399 (~$63)

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Dec 31, 2021

Xiaomi‘s ecological chain partner Lumi Technology makers of the popular Aqara range of smart home products has launched the Aqara Human Presence Sensor FP1. The sensor is equipped with a new generation of millimeter-wave radar sensors, which will take you into a new world of perception. The product will retail for 399 yuan (~$63) and is now available in China via the Aqara Home smart home experience mall.

Human body sensors are not really new products but the current breed of human body sensor can only detect the movement of the human body but cannot judge the existence of the human body. If the user maintains a fixed posture for a long time, most of the human body sensors cannot feel the presence of a person.

Thus, when a person is reading in the study or is in the toilet and no movement is detected, the sensor can trigger the turning off of the lights. With the Aqara Human Presence Sensor FP1 can monitor a static human body through millimeter-wave radar and accurately determine whether there is someone. The product adopts a 60Hz high-frequency band that can perform various detections such as spatial positioning and proximity or distance. The monitoring range covers a horizontal angle of 120° and a radial detection distance of 5 meters.

In addition, the Aqara Human Presence Sensor FP1 can also achieve the smart linkage of the whole house and supports connection to the Apple HomeKit app.

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Xiaomi reveals it sold over 2 million units of its Air-conditioners in 2021

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Dec 31, 2021

Xiaomi Group partner and senior vice president Zhang Feng have announced a review of the brand’s air conditioner business for the year 2021. The VP disclosed that Xiaomi sold over 2 million units of its air-conditioners during the period under review spanning from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2021.

Xiaomi Air-conditioners have turned out to be one of the brand’s popular products and this sales report buttresses that fact. The MIJIA Air conditioners were ranked as the top-selling brand on Jingdong (JD.com) in May 2021 with the brand selling over 4000 units, 15 times higher than the previous month’s sales.

Xiaomi has often retained a minimalist design in most of its products and the air-conditioner lineup is no exception. While they feature a minimalist design, the MIJIA Air-conditioner adopts Xiaomi’s new generation of the dual-hybrid fresh air system and its self-developed centrifugal turbocharging technology. The units are also capable of carrying out deep purification of indoor and outdoor air and then releasing fresh air through secondary pressurization.

The air-conditioners also come with Xiaomi’s self-developed fresh air system technology that delivers a large fresh air volume of 40m³/h without expanding or re-opening holes, efficiently dilute indoor harmful gases, allow air to circulate quickly, and use clean oxygen-containing air with real-time replacement to solve closed air-conditioning. They are also equipped with a high-grade HEPA filter with 4 layers of deep purification bringing anti-bacterial and anti-viral capabilities, and thus, keep the indoor air fresh.

Apart from the wall-mounted air-conditioner, Xiaomi also has floor/standing air-conditioners that are portable enough to move around. These products would have also contributed to the overall sales. The brand will be looking to build on the successes of 2021 and so, we expect more air-conditioning products with innovative technology.

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Noise ColorFit Caliber with SpO2, body temperature monitoring launched for Rs. 1,999 (~$27)

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Dec 31, 2021

Smart wearables and audio accessories manufacturer Noise has launched the ColorFit Caliber in India at an affordable introductory price of Rs. 1,999 (~$87). The Noise ColorFit Caliber has a large 1.69-inch full-touch flat LCD screen, supports more than 150 cloud-based watch faces, has more than 60 sports modes, and provides numerous health and fitness monitoring functionalities.

The Noise ColorFit Caliber has 24-hour heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen monitoring, sleep monitoring, stress monitoring, and body temperature monitoring with its advanced sensors. The smartwatch has a polycarbonate casing and could target the female segment of the market with its menstrual cycle monitoring function. The Noise ColorFit has IP68 water resistance and offers up to 15 days of battery life on a single charge.

The original price of the Noise ColorFit Caliber is Rs. 3,999 (~54) and the massive discount offer should spur the market to give the product a decent reception. The Noise ColorFit Caliber smart wearable will be exclusively available via Flipkart with a price tag of Rs. 1,999 ($27). The first consumers will get the Noise ColorFit Caliber from January 6, 2022.

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Xiaomi launches the MIJIA Pulsator Washing Machine Exclusive Edition with Direct Drive motor

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Dec 31, 2021

Xiaomi has launched an exclusive edition of the MIJIA Pulsator Washing Machine with some upgraded features. This edition retains the 10kg capacity of its predecessor but it uses a Direct Drive motor making it the first pulsator washing machine launched by Xiaomi that uses a Direct Drive motor.

The powerful direct drive motor reduces noise from the source bringing out the operating noise to as low as 50dB. The DD motor also accurately controls the angle of rotation of the inner barrel.

Furthermore, the MIJIA Pulsator Washing Machine Exclusive Edition can automatically sense the weight of the laundry, and accurately control the amount of laundry detergent that will be dispensed. Thus, when detergent is added, it won’t be totally used up by the washing machine in a single wash cycle.

Also, the washing machine automatically adjusts the amount of water according to the weight of the clothes, thus saving water and electricity. It also supports nano-silver ion sterilization which penetrates into the clothes fibers with the water, with a sterilization rate of 96%. It can also remove mites up to a rate of 99.9%.

In terms of functions, the MIJIA Wahsing Machine Exclusive Edition 10kg has 16 built-in washing programs. You can find exclusive washing programs for common fabrics to care for every piece of clothing. There is also a full-touch operation panel which allows for a simple one-key selection.

The washing machine can be connected to the Mi Home app and controlled from a smartphone or via voice prompt. You can also schedule washing time, select modes via the app.

As for the pricing, the MIJIA Pulsator Washing Machine is presently up for pre-order for 1,999 yuan (~$315).

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OBEN EV is an electric bike with a top speed of 100km/h & 200km range for the Indian market

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Dec 31, 2021

Indian startup OBEN EV has unveiled its first electric bike designed and developed by Bengaluru couple Dinkar and Madhumita Agarwal. The electric bike developed by the start-up has already garnered 16 patented innovations and has begun testing on select roads.

The e-bike is a proudly Indian initiative by the couple as the materials used were purportedly indigenously sourced. The couple is the key drivers of the thriving startup OBEN EV and its ideal was the pursuit of the development of an electric bike that was entirely Indian. OBEN EV began operations in 2020 and the motorbike will be going through the paces before final clearance as fit for Indian roads.

The new e-bike is capable of going from 0 to 40km/h in 3 seconds and can reach a top speed of 100km/h in addition to its range of 200km. The concept of the new e-bike was to provide an affordable, innovative, with fully indigenously sourced parts and an overall comfortable and reliable electric bike. The innovation extends to the battery which can be charged within two hours, but fast charging support will further cut the charging time to about an hour.

The ARX design frame helps to centralize the e-bikes load to a single focal point, thus enhancing its maneuverability and balance. The enhanced user experience is completed with the support for smartphone interaction with the e-bike via the mobile app. The app provides an array of functionality and information for the user for a truly exciting riding experience.

OBEN EV hopes that the new e-bike will be launched in the first quarter of 2022 while the first deliveries will take place by April 2022. The company will accept pre-bookings although it is not clear what pricing regime will be available for the two-wheeler EV. In any case, it is expected to have a huge reception in the market going by the excellent features and the raft of patented innovations that had followed the trail of the OBEN EV electric bike.

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