Vivo V23 5G and Vivo V23 Pro 5G are expected to launch soon in multiple Asian markets. A recent leak claimed that the V23 Pro may debut in India in the first week of January 2022. Reports have revealed that the model number of the V23 Pro is V2132. The Pro model has now appeared at the Google Play Console today to reveal its key specifications.
The Vivo V23 Pro’s front image available in the Play Console listing shows that it has a wide notch on its AMOLED display. The notch serves as a home for its dual front-facing cameras. The left and right edges of the screen are curved, and it seems to be integrated with a fingerprint scanner.
Vivo V23 Pro
Coming to the specs, the listing reveals that the V23 Pro carries support for a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2376 pixels. It is driven by the Dimensity 1200 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. The phone runs on Android 11 OS. The other specs of the phone are not mentioned in the Play Console listing.
The appearance and key specs of the Vivo V23 Pro are identical to the Vivo S12 Pro, which will debut in China tomorrow. The S12 Pro is expected to feature a 108-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) depth sensor, a 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) dual selfie camera, a 4,300mAh battery with 44W fast charging support.
Samsung has released the One UI 4.0 custom user interface based on the Android 12 operating system and the company has rolled out the new update for its premium smartphones, including the Galaxy S21, Galaxy Fold 3, and more.
Now, as per the latest report, the South Korean giant is working on a newer version of its custom user interface — One UI 4.1 which will be released with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 series phones.
The Samsung One UI 4.1, which is expected to be a small update, will come pre-installed on the Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra/Note models. It is said that the company will also release it for the previous generation Galaxy S-series smartphones as well.
According to a moderator on the Samsung Support Forum, the update will be released for the Galaxy S21 series and the Galaxy Note 20 series smartphones soon after the official announcement or release of the new One UI version.
Currently, the status of the availability of the upcoming One UI 4.1 for the Galaxy S20 series smartphones as well as the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 remains unknown but we expect them to receive the update soon after the Galaxy S21 lineup.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 series flagship smartphones are expected to go official in February 2022, just a month after the South Korean company debuts the long-awaited Galaxy S21 FE smartphone in the market.
Apple launched the iPhone 13 series smartphones in September this year and now within just a few months, the Cupertino-based technology giant is all set to start production of the iPhone 13 model in the Indian market.
As per the latest report, Apple’s contract manufacturer Foxconn has started the trial production for the iPhone 13 in its plant near Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India.
Interestingly, Apple has no plans of manufacturing the iPhone 13 Pro and the 13 Pro Max models in the Indian market. It will only manufacture the standard iPhone 13 model in India, which is also the largest selling phone from the company in India.
If everything goes according to the company’s plans, then the commercial production of the iPhone 13 in India for both the domestic market and the international markets could start from February 2023.
To expand the production of the latest iPhone to the Indian market, the company has already secured the required semiconductor components, which are currently in short supply due to global shortage.
About 20 percent to 30 percent of the iPhone production from the Indian market is usually exported to other regions. If that holds true for this new model as well, then it will help the technology giant with the supply boost.
For those who are unaware, Apple is already producing the iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 in the Foxconn plant in Tamil Nadu while the iPhone SE is being produced in the Wistron plant in Bengaluru. Based on the estimates, around 70 percent of the Apple smartphones sold in India are manufactured locally.
The Realme 9 Pro+ was spotted at the IMEI database with the RMX3393 model number. Later it appeared at India’s Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification platform. Now, the RMX3393 has bagged approval from Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) certification site.
At NBTC, the RMX3393 has appeared with the Realme 9 Pro+ 5G moniker. While the listing has no information on the specs of the phone, it does confirm that it will carry support for 5G connectivity. The RMX3392 variant of the phone has been spotted at other certification sites such as the Eurasian Economic Commission and Indonesia’s TKDN.
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While the RMX3393 is confirmed to carry support for 5G connectivity, it is unclear whether the RMX3392 model number will be its 4G LTE variant. Coming back to the Realme 9 Pro+ 5G (RMX3393), it recently appeared at the Camera FV-5 platform with a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, whereas its back panel will be equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera with an f/1.8 aperture. At present, there is no word on the specifications and launch date of the Realme 9 Pro+ 5G.
Reports suggest that the Realme 9i could be the first Realme 9 series phone to go official. However, there is some confusion surrounding its moniker. A recent report claimed that the device may debut with the Realme Narzo 9i moniker.
The smartphone is expected to come with a 6.6-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, a 16-megapixel front camera, and a 50-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit. It is expected to come with the Snapdragon 680 chipset, 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB / 128 GB of storage, a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. It may come in colors like Prism Blue and Prism Black.
OnePlus, the smartphone manufacturer which recently merged its operations with OPPO and now acts as its sub-brand is gearing up to launch its next-generation flagship lineup in the form of the OnePlus 10 series.
Today, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has confirmed through his official Weibo account that the OnePlus 10 Pro flagship smartphone will be announced in January. Although he has not yet revealed the date, reports indicate that it could take place on 5th January.
OnePlus 10 Pro Render by @OnLeak
The company has already confirmed that the OnePlus 10 series smartphones will come powered by the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor.
Based on the previous leaks, the OnePlus 10 Pro will feature a 6.7-inch curved LTPO AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and a 120Hz high refresh rate. The punch-hole cutout in the top-left corner of the screen will house a 32-megapixel camera sensor for taking selfies and video calling.
Under the hood, along with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, the device will come packed with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It is also expected to come with IP ratings for water and dust resistance.
In the camera department, the smartphone will have a triple-camera setup on the back which will consist of a 48-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and an 8-megapixel lens with 3x optical zoom support.
The phone will be running the ColorOS 12 custom skin on top of the Android 12 operating system. It is said to be powered by a 5,000mAh battery and come with support for 80W wired fast charging and 50W wireless fast charging.
If the reports are to be believed, then the OnePlus 10 series will go official in January for the Chinese market but will be available in other regions sometime in March or April.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has announced that its new N4X process technology aimed at high-performance computing (HPC) workloads and devices. It is all set for trial production in the first half of 2023.
The introduction of this new N4X process technology by TSMC marks the company’s debut into the growing HPC market. Further, it has been revealed that the N4X process aims to make transistors as small as 5nm.
The N4X design is an enhancement of its N5A, improving upon its performance and maximum clock frequencies. It is claimed to deliver around a 15 percent of performance boost when compared to the N5 processes.
The company is also claiming that the N4X offers a 4 percent performance improvement over its N4P process at 1.2 volts. The “X” denotes TSMC’s growing push into the HPC chip design sector, which the company said is among its fastest-growing business segments.
Dr. Kevin Zhang, senior vice president of Business Development at TSMC, said: “The demands of the HPC segment are unrelenting, and TSMC has not only tailored our ‘X’ semiconductor technologies to unleash ultimate performance but has also combined it with our 3DFabric advanced packaging technologies to offer the best HPC platform.”
Risk production for this new N4X is expected by the first half of 2023, which means that we can expect the first N4X designs to be available in the market by early 2024.
Earlier this month, along with the Moto Edge X30 flagship smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, Motorola had also launched another device, dubbed Moto Edge S30 in the Chinese market.
The smartphone was up for pre-order in China so far and the company had received over 170,000 orders. Today, the Moto Edge S30 finally goes on sale in China.
The 6GB RAM model with 128GB storage is priced at 1,799 yuan (~$282) while the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model costs 1,999 yuan (~$314). There’s another 8GB RAM model that packs 256GB of internal storage, which is priced at 2,199 yuan (~$345).
The top-end model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage is priced at 2,399 yuan, which roughly converts to $376. The phone is a rebranded version of the Moto G200, which debuted last month in the European markets.
Coming to the specifications, the Moto Edge S30 features a 6.8-inch Full HD+ LCD display that offers a 144Hz refresh rate and a 576Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, along with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 internal storage.
In the camera department, there’s a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 108-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. On the front side, it features a 16-megapixel snapper for taking selfies.
The device runs on the My UX 3.0 flavored Android 12 operating system. To keep things running, it has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.
Several reports have claimed Xiaomi will announce the Xiaomi 12 series of flagship phones by the end of this month in China. Some leaks have even claimed that the Xiaomi 12 lineup will debut on Dec. 28. Today, the company released to confirm that it will indeed hold a launch event on the said date to announce the Xiaomi 12 series.
The poster released by the brand shows Chinese sprinter Su Bingtian endorsing the Xiaomi 12 series. While the poster does not confirm how many devices will be announced on Dec. 28, the Weibo handles of Xiaomi executives do hint that the company will be announced at least three Xiaomi 12 models.
As can be seen in the screengrabs shared below, Lei Jun who is Xiaomi’s founder, Wang Teng Thomas who is Xiaomi’s General Manager, and Lu Weibing who is Xiaomi Group President have used Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, and Xiaomi 12 Pro smartphones to write posts on Weibo.
Xiaomi phones with 2201123C, 2112123AC, and 2201122C and model numbers are expected to launch in the Chinese market as Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, and Xiaomi 12 Pro. All three phones have been certified by the 3C and TENAA certification sites of China. The 12 and 12X are expected to support 67W fast charging, while the Pro variant may offer 120W rapid charging.
The Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro are likely to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, whereas the company may have settled for the Snapdragon 870 on the 12X. As far as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 powered Xiaomi 12 Ultra is concerned, it may go official in Q1 2022. The Xiaomi 12 series will come preinstalled with Android 12 and MIUI 13.
Yesterday, iQOO unveiled the iQOO Neo5s and iQOO Neo5 SE smartphones in China. It has also taken off covers from a mid-ranger called the iQOO U5. It is speculated that January 2022 will see the arrival of the iQOO 9 series. Tipster Digital Chat Station took to Weibo to share some information on the display of the iQOO 9 series.
It appears that the iQOO 9 Pro may feature the same display that was made available on the iQOO 8 Pro. It may feature a 6.78-inch curved edge AMOLED display that offers a Quad HD+ resolution. On the other hand, the vanilla iQOO 9 may feature a 6.78-inch flat AMOLED display that produces Full HD+ resolution. Both phones could be equipped with a Samsung E5 screen with a centrally positioned punch-hole.
iQOO 8 Pro
Previous reports have revealed that the iQOO 9 Pro may house a 4,700mAh battery. The display size of the vanilla is not clear yet. Both devices are expected to arrive with support for 120W fast charging. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 will power the iQOO 9 series.
Like the iQOO 8 Pro, the 9 Pro is also expected to feature a micro-gimbal PTZ camera. It is yet to be confirmed whether the vanilla model will also feature a micro-gimbal assisted camera. The iQOO 9 series is rumored to come with a better heat dissipation unit.
For an enhanced gaming experience, the iQOO 9 series is expected to feature the second-generation independent display chip, dual-pressure shoulder buttons, and support for a 120Hz refresh rate. Since the company has just announced Snapdragon 8-series Neo branded phones, it is likely that the company may take some more time to unveil the iQOO 9 lineup. Probably, it may go official towards the end of January 2022.
South Korean electronic giant LG has unveiled what it says is its first gaming laptop. The new laptop model is dubbed LG UltraGear17G90Q and shows the company is looking to get into the emerging gaming hardware industry. We recall that not too long ago, the company announced the UltraGear GP9 Gaming speaker which it says is its first gaming speaker.
The new LG UltraGear17G90Q gaming laptop features a 17-inch IPS LCD display with a 1080p resolution and a 300Hz refresh rate. It is powered by an 11th Gen Intel Tiger Lake H CPU paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Max-Q graphics card, an area where the laptop beats the LG GRAM laptop. The GeForce RTX 3080 inside the new gaming laptop is said to be the fastest GPU currently offered by Nvidia for laptops. The gaming laptop will come with up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
The gaming laptop also comes with four different ports at the rear including an HDMI and Ethernet port. The gaming rig also packs a 93Wh battery, a 1080p resolution-supporting webcam, and features an RGB keyboard. The laptop also comes with a fingerprint sensor embedded with the Power button. The rear casing is made from aluminum with a single purple gray color offering. The laptop also comes with two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, one of which is a USB 4 port. There is also a headphone jack and a microSD card slot. The laptop charges via a dedicated DC input port.
LG is yet to announce the pricing and availability details. The company did hint that it will provide more details at CES 2022 on January 4th. however, the US and South Korea will get the laptop first beginning in early 2022.
Samsung Galaxy S22 series will have several accessories and some of these have been spotted in a UK retailer’s listing. It is indicated that there will be dozens of Galaxy S22 accessories that customers could choose from. A phone case is an important protective accessory for the device and box.co.uk has already listed a massive 66 official phone cases in different colors for the Galaxy S22 series.
The United Kingdom retailer also stated that the signature Galaxy S22 Ultra’s S Pen will come in four colors as the smartphone itself namely dark red, green, white, and black. There could likely be housing for the S Pen, as the cases displayed by the retailer did not provide such an addition. While it could be speculated that there may no casing for the S Pen, it is most probable that Samsung will provide a silo within the smartphone’s casing with the opening on the bottom of the phone. That will bear a close semblance to what we find in the Galaxy Note.
There are a variety of phone cases that were listed for the Galaxy S22 lineup with prices also attached, but these prices could just be a placeholder pending when the actual pricing will be available. We already know that the Samsung Galaxy S22 series will be powered by either the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 chipsets, with the Qualcomm chip deployed in China, the United States, and Canada.
The raft of accessories available for the Galaxy S lineup has been linked to its popularity across markets. The UK retailer’s listing further increases the tempo of expectation for the release of the Galaxy S22 lineup.
Motorola recently announced the world’s first phone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, but it was not alone. Alongside the Motorola Edge X30, the Lenovo-owned brand also came up with the lower-end Motorola Edge S30. Powered by the Snapdragon 888+ mobile platform, it is one of the most powerful and affordable flagship killers out there. But is it able to compete with a complete flagship killer like the OnePlus Nord 2 5G which is currently one of the best-selling devices in its price range? This comparison between the specifications of Motorola Edge S30 and OnePlus Nord 2 5G will let you find out.
Triple 50 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.3 + f/2.4
32 MP f/2.5 front camera
Triple 108 + 13 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY
4500 mAh, fast charging 65W
5000 mAh, Fast Charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
5G, dual SIM
5G, dual SIM, water-repellent
Design
The OnePlus Nord 2 5G is a more attractive device when it comes to aesthetics. It is more compact, thinner, and lighter than Motorola Edge S30, thanks to the presence of a compact display and a smaller battery. Further, it is built with better materials: it has a glass back protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 5 (just like the display) and a plastic frame, while the Motorola Edge S30 is entirely built of plastic. But the Motorola Edge S30 has a water-repellent coating, so it offers some kind of protection against water. OnePlus Nord 2 5G and Motorola Edge S30 have a punch-hole display with holes placed on the upper left side and centrally, respectively.
Display
For most of the users, the display of the OnePlus Nord 2 5G is actually better. Unlike the Motorola Edge S30, it has an AMOLED panel. It is a smaller screen but the image quality is higher, not only thanks to the OLED panel but also because of the HDR10+ certification. The OnePlus Nord 2 5G has a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 90 Hz refresh rate, and it is paired with stereo speakers. The Motorola Edge S30 has an LCD panel with a Full HD+ resolution and the HDR10 certification: it is inferior, but if you are a gamer, then you should opt for it because it offers a higher 144 Hz refresh rate and a wider diagonal with 6.8 inches.
Specs & Software
The hardware department is the killer feature of the Motorola Edge S30: despite its incredibly affordable price, it is powered by the Snapdragon 888+ mobile platform that is the best Qualcomm’s chipset after the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage. You can get the same memory configuration with the OnePlus Nord 2 5G but with an inferior MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC. It is still a high-end processor, but it is not even close to the performance provided by the amazing Snapdragon 888+. Both the phones run Android 11 out of the box.
Camera
Do not get fooled by the Megapixels: even though the Motorola Edge S30 has a 108 MP main camera, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G wins the camera comparison because it offers a better main sensor. We are talking about the Sony IMX766 with a 50 MP resolution and OIS (the Edge S30 does not even support OIS). The Motorola Edge S30 has a better 13 MP ultrawide camera, while the OnePlus Nord 2 5G wins again when it comes to the selfie camera thanks to a 32 MP front snapper.
The Motorola Edge S30 has a bigger battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh, but its display consumes more energy (because it is an LCD panel with a higher refresh rate), so it does not always guarantee a longer battery life. Further, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G charges quicker thanks to 65W fast charging (the Edge S30 has just 33W).
Price
The starting price of the Motorola Edge S30 in China roughly translates into €280/$315 (still not available in Europe), while the OnePlus Nord 2 5G starts from €399/$450 globally (prices vary depending on the region). Overall, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G is a more complete and valid device for the average user due to its AMOLED display, better cameras, faster charging. But the Motorola Edge S30 is superior for gamers and power users thanks to its better hardware, big battery, and wider 144 Hz display.
OnePlus Nord 2 5G vs Motorola Edge S30: PRO and CONS
The popular smartphone brand OnePlus recently started rolling out its version of Android 12, which is a unification of the OxygenOS and OPPO’s Color OS, called the OxygenOS 12, to its flagship devices. Unfortunately, despite being called stable, the software was plagued with bugs. Hence, the brand had to halt the rollout.
But the problems with the OS weren’t only limited to bugs. As we previously reported, modded apps like Google Camera ports were being blocked from using the phone’s auxiliary cameras, i.e. the ultrawide and the telephoto camera. This is a deal-breaker for many people since GCam (modded) is known to considerably improve picture quality compared to the stock camera app on a lot of phones.
This issue has been present in OPPO’s ColorOS for a while now, leading people to believe that OnePlus devices will no longer be able to use modded camera apps. However, a new report has surfaced that reassures OnePlus users otherwise.
According to an XDA Developer‘s report, on Friday (December 17th, 2021), OnePlus took to its community forums to announce that they have heard the feedback regarding the bugs and issues faced by its users in the recently rolled out OxygenOS 12 update and are working hard to fix them and release a patch soon. OnePlus additionally pointed out that the upcoming update will also fix the “temporary lack of access to the Ultra HD 48M / AUX camera on GCam.”
Since then, the OxygenOS 12 has been re-released, but the inaccessible auxiliary camera issue while using the GCam port still remains. However, since the company has specifically acknowledged the issue, we can expect a future update to arrive with the promised fixes.
Japanese tech giant Panasonic was quiet for a long time and we have barely seen the company deal in smartphones or tablets. But, today, the company has officially launched the Panasonic Toughbook S1 tablet in the Indian market. Its major highlights are its rugged body, extendable battery, and Snapdragon 660 SoC.
The Panasonic is priced at ₹98,000(~$1,294) making it one of the premium rugged tablets in the market. To compare, the tablet costs a whopping $2,499(~₹1,89,000) in the US. It comes in a single colour variant which has a combination of Black coloured back and Silver edges.
The Panasonic Toughbook S1 sports a rugged design with a 7-inch WXGA(1200 X 800 pixels) resolution screen. It is an IPS LCD panel with thick bezels. It isn’t a surprise that the device has got chunky bezels since it is a rugged tablet.
It comes with a 13MP camera at the rear and a 5MP camera at the front. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 onboard storage. It has Adreno 512 GPU.
Reportedly, the tablet is marketed towards logistics, transportation, other field bases sectors. It has a 3,200mAh and a 5,580mAh extendable battery. It is claimed to offer up to 8 hours of battery backup with the 3,200mAh-cell, whereas, the 5,580mAh-cell will offer up to 14 hours of battery life.
Since it’s a rugged device, it has an IPx6, IPx5, and IPx7 water and dust resistant rating. The tablet supports 4GB LTE and dual-band Wi-Fi. It has NFC support and has a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack port.
The exciting Huawei Watch D has been the subject of some speculations and leaks, mainly fueled by its innovative blood pressure monitoring capability. There are indeed only a few devices that offer blood pressure monitoring, and the Huawei Watch D is in this class. The device is expected to be officially unveiled on December 23 during Huawei’s flagship launch conference. A video has now surfaced that showcases all the key features relating to its blood pressure measurement capabilities.
The hands-on video leak reveals the unboxing of the Huawei Watch D from its retail box and the unpacking reveals a sturdy black strap for the Watch D. The video also shows the rectangular display and large bezels on the corner of the Huawei flagship smartwatch. The inner display of the watch is bigger than its predecessors, thus providing a more enhanced experience using the smartwatch.
A demonstration of the blood pressure monitoring feature was also shown in the video. The user kept the smartwatch on his wrist in a straight position. The sturdy strap ensures a firm grip on the wrists to guarantee better blood pressure measurements.
There are several sensors on the back of the Huawei Watch D and two buttons on the right side. The user interface of the Watch D shows that the device features blood pressure levels consisting of high and low pressure, as well as pulse. The watch also features an electrocardiogram (EEG) in addition to several other important health monitoring sensors.
Realme is expected to launch the Realme 9 series soon as the phones are appearing more frequently in various certifications. Last time, the Realme 9 Pro+ passed the BIS certification while the budget Realme 9i cleared FCC. Today, the former was spotted online, while the latter passed NBTC certification.
Camera FV-5, which is an Android app that shows the details of the phone camera, revealed that the smartphone features a 50MP main sensor. It has 1/1.56″ sensors with 1.0µm pixels. The lens has an aperture of f/1.8. It seems to produce 12.6MP binned resolution images with 2.0µm pixels. Upfront, it has a 16MP sensor with an f/2.5 aperture lens. It is a Quad-Bayer sensor that offers 4MP binned resolution.
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Talking about the Realme 9i, the device was seen on the NBTC listing carrying model number RMX3941. However, it doesn’t reveal anything apart from its hinting for its closer launch.
Other than this, the phone was also spotted on FCC recently that confirmed a few of its specs. The device has a 5,000mAh battery and sports a large display. It has a triple-camera system that is touted to be a 50MP main, an 8MP secondary, and a 2MP tertiary lens.
Rumours reveal that the smartphone will feature an exact 6.6-inch FHD+ 90Hz panel, have Snapdragon 680 SoC, and support 33W fast charging support. It is also said to have a side-facing fingerprint scanner for added security.
Earlier today, the popular Indian-based product manufacturer Boult audio released their latest TWS earphones, the Airbass Propods X, for an introductory price of Rs 1,499 ($20 approx).
The AirBass Propods X features an angled bud design with extra-soft silicone tips for comfort. The device features a fast-charging capability with USB-C that allows for 100 minutes of playback with just 10 minutes of charge time. Additionally, the Propods X boasts a total playback time of up to 32 hours.
The Boult Airbass Propds X comes equipped with 10mm dynamic drivers ensuring crips sound, Bluetooth 5.1 for fast pairing, and strong signals over a longer operation range from the source, as well as an IPX5 water-resistance, making it suitable for gym and outdoor use.
In addition to these features, the Airbass Propds X are also touch-sensitive allowing users to adjust the volume, change tracks, attend calls or command the voice assistant with just a touch of their fingertips.
The device Offers a playback time of up to 8 hours for every charge, with the carrying case allowing for 4 additional charges, making the total play-time up to 32 Hours.
The device is currently selling for an introductory price of Rs 1499 on the Boult Audio website as well as amazon and, for now, is only available in a black color variant. Still, more colors like white and red can be expected in the coming days.
The Maimang 10 has officially been released today in China by China Telecom for 2,299 yuan ($360). Maimang, previously known as Huawei Maimang, has changed ownership and is now under China Telecom. Additionally, the phone’s branding has also changed, and as of now, it will go by ‘Maimang’. This change of ownership and branding might be due to the chip ban sanctioned on Huawei, which prevents Huawei to secure any chips made by TSMC, which is the leading contract manufacturer for chipsets.
Coming back to the newly released Maimang 10, let’s take a look at its specs and features.
Maimang 10 specifications
The Maimang 10 features an ergonomic design with a curved back and rounded edges. It has a thickness of around 8.3mm and weighs a mere 179 grams. The Maimang 10 comes with a 6.6-inch 2400×1080 LCD display with a 94.2% screen-to-body ratio. Additionally, it features a 90hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch response rate. The screen has a punch hole cutout for its front camera, placed in the top center.
In the photography department, the Maimang 10 features a triple camera setup with a 40-megapixel AI primary sensor, 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The device also features a 16-megapixel snapper for selfies and video calls.
Under the hood, the device houses a 5G enabled MediaTek Dimensity 720 SoC consisting of four fast ARM Cortex-A76 cores and four power-efficient Cortex-A55 cores, all clocked at 2 GHz. The GPU present on the SoC is the Mali-G57. The device comes with 8GB of RAM paired with 128GB of internal storage expandable via a micro-SD card. The Maimanf 10 is powered by a 4,000mAh battery that supports 40W fast charging.
Maimang 10 pricing and availability
The Maimang 10 is available for pre-order in China at 2,299 yuan ($360) for the 8GB + 128 GB variant. It is currently being offered in three color variants namely, Aurora Blue, Pearl White, and Obsidian Black. It will go live for sale at 10:08 AM on December 24.
Ahead of a possible global launch of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 4G smartphone, the device has now gotten a raft of certifications. These certifications including the two obtained in Singapore (IMDA) and the Eurasian Economic Area (EEC), point to an imminent global launch of the Redmi Note 11 4G. The Redmi 11 Note 4G is already available in China as a cheap alternative to the Redmi Note 11 5G and could catch attention in the global market.
There could be some slight changes from the model launched in China with the global version. It has been speculated that the global edition of the Redmi Note 11 4G will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, unlike the Helio G88 which was used in the Chinese version. Some variants of the memory combination are also expected for different markets. The Redmi Note 11 4G is expected to launch with a 6.5-inch LCD, a 50MP primary camera, while battery power is provided by a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. As per the price of the device, it is projected to be under $250, taking into consideration tariffs and other taxes due to exports.
There is no information yet on the release date of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 4G outside China. Going by the raft of certifications already gotten, we would expect its release in some markets as early as the first quarter of 2022. There is no official confirmation yet on the global launch of the Redmi Note 11 4G at this time.
Apart from the flagship Neo 5S, iQOO also announced a premium mid-range model dubbed iQOO Neo 5 SE. The device shares design style with the high-end Neo 5S but is more affordable with a starting price of RMB 2,199 (~$345).
The iQOO Neo 5 SE sports a 6.67-inch LCD screen with support for a 144Hz refresh rate, DCI-P3 color gamut, and up to 650nit peak brightness. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor. The smartphone is also equipped with a large 4500mAh battery and supports 55W flash charging.
For optics, there is a triple camera setup made up of a 50MP main shooter teaming up with an 8MP lens and a 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, there is a 16MP front camera.
In addition, the Neo 5 SE packs three-dimensional dual speakers, linear motors, 4D game vibration, and a flagship full-link sound experience. There is also a 3.5mm headphone jack and providing the interface is iQOO’s custom OriginOS based on Android 11.
The iQOO Neo5 SE will officially go on sale from December 28 but is presently on presale.
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