Apple supplier Luxshare to build gigantic iPhone factory to rival Foxconn

-

Dec 23, 2021

The Google Pixel 6 series has been plagued with a number of issues since its launch. Now, the flagship lineup is suffering from another new problem, but this time, the issue lies with the display.

The news arrives from various Pixel owners that have shared their complaints on Reddit and the company’s support forum (via AndroidPolice). Reportedly, owners of the Search Engine giant’s Pixel 6 series have found that cracks have appeared on the front glass of both the base and Pro models. This issue is not entirely new either as early reports are a couple of months old as well. With the Pixel 6 Pro featuring a curved display, it is apparently more prone to suffer from this odd issue.

Notably, both variants feature a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back. So, its even more odd that the toughest glass for phones in the market is facing this problem. The cracks first begin appearing on either one of the sides or the corners of the Pixel 6 series’ display, and unfortunately, using a screen protector does not appear to help negate this issue or make it less likely at all. For those unaware, spontaneous screen issues are not unheard off and have been seen before as well.

Although, this usually implies that the smartphone is suffering from a slight manufacturing defect. To put things simply, the small defect can cause pressure to build up in the display that eventually cracks up and possibly even split apart. Significant variations in temperatures also tend to cause this issue as well. However, the exact reasoning for the cracks are still unknown, but thankfully, only a small number of devices are facing this problem at the moment. Google has acknowledged this issue and has confirmed that it is investigating it as well. So stay tuned for more updates.

RELATED:

Tecno Camon 18 launched in India with 48MP front camera, purchasing which will grant free TWS earbuds

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Tecno on Thursday added a new phone to its portfolio of budget offerings in India called the Tecno Camon 18, with a 48MP selfie camera being its highlight feature. The company will also be offering its Tecno Buds 2 TWS earbuds for free with every purchase.

The Tecno Camon 18 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor and sports a 6.8-inch full-HD+ LCD display with 396PPI density and a maximum brightness of 500nits. The touch sampling rate stands at 120Hz. Its battery is sized 5000mAh and supports 18W charging.

The phone’s cameras are easily the most interesting bit, especially the one on the front with its 48MP resolution sensor. The snappers on the rear are arranged in a vertical array and are comprised of a 48-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.79 aperture, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and an AI lens, along with dual flash. 2K video recording and low light photography mode with the company’s TAIVOS technology is supported, along with a bunch of other modes.

Moving on to software, the Tecno Camon 18 boots into Android 11 out of the box, layered atop with the HiOS 8 skin.

The Tecno Camon 18 will be available across online and retail channels in India starting December 27. It will be sold in a single 4GB+128GB RAM and storage variant and in two colors, namely Dusk Grey and Iris Purple. The RAM can be extended to 7GB through a memory-expanding feature.

RELATED:

Pixel 6 Call Screening and Hold for Me features put on hold due to bug in December security patch

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

It’s getting clear now why Google chose to hold back on rolling out the December security patch for all Pixel 6 users. The month is now nearing its end but only a few lucky ones have received it.

But are they really lucky? There have already been multiple reports of network drops and low signal strength following the update. And if that wasn’t enough, it’s now joined by “a bug in the December Android update” that’s caused Hold for Me and Call Screening features to be put on pause.

The info comes from a “Product Support Manager” on the official Google forums who says that both features will be unavailable temporarily and that the Pixel software team is “actively working on resolving this issue.” Nothing was said about when a fix can be expected or when the December security update will be rolling out widely.

For those unaware, Hold for Me works with calls with business and lets your Google Assistant wait on hold for you and notifies when the support representative is ready to speak with you. Pixel 6 Call Screening, on the other hand, lets Google Assistant answer calls from numbers that are not in your contacts and shields against robocallers and spammers.

It appears that the aforementioned features have only been disabled on Pixel 6 devices running on Android S December QPR release. To check if you are on the build, head over to Settings > About Phone > Build Number and check if it starts with SQ1D.

RELATED:

Someone just used an iPod Shuffle as a hair clip, video goes viral

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

A new video on TikTok is going viral at the moment. Its a short video of a person finding and asking about a “vintage” gadget. The product in question is the old Apple iPod Shuffle.

Looking at this clip from @freckenbats (Via AppleInsider), around two million people have already watched the video on the popular short video sharing platform. In the clip, we can see the user trying to figure out the product that she has in her hand like its an antique from a bygone era. The caption of this post reads “Anyone know what this is?!??!.” She even turns the iPod Shuffle in her hands hands a couple of times to discern its function.

In the video, she says that “I found this old iPod, I don’t know, hair clip thing.” That statement alone could make an entire generation grimace and feel old at the same time. For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant discontinued the iPod Shuffle back in 2017, which is actually a year after TikTok was launched. Now here’s the shocker, rather than using the clip part to place it on the belt or shirt like we used to, she tried to use the shuffle as a hair clip. But, to paint the a clearer picture, it was just a joke and it was her old possession to begin with. She had just uploaded the video to confuse others as a gag.

RELATED:

The new HUAWEI Watch GT 2022 Collector’s Edition is themed after the year of Tiger

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

At the HUAWEI P50 Pocket launch event, the company announced a bunch of products. One of them is the HUAWEI Watch GT 2022 Collector’s Edition. Let’s take a look at this wearable.

HUAWEI Watch GT 2022 Collector’s Edition is a customized version of the HUAWEI Watch GT 3. It is themed after the year of the Tiger with premium materials.

This model uses a carbon fiber front casing instead of a stainless steel case. The casing is marked with stripes mimicking a tiger’s skin.

The titanium bezel that runs around the casing has patterns imitating a tiger’s teeth. Even the crown has a tiger’s head imprinted on it.

That’s not all, the smartwatch uses sapphire glass for its display rather than regular tempered glass. Further, the back case of the wearable ditches plastic for ceramic.

To match with the customized exterior, the watch also ships with a new watch face and an AOD dial featuring a tiger’s head. Lastly, it comes in two colors (red, black) with a fluoro-rubber strap.

Apart from the aforementioned differences, the smartwatch is a HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 46 mm inside out in terms of specifications. However, its dial size is larger at 49mm.

The HUAWEI WATCH GT 2022 Collector’s Edition is priced at ¥3,688 ($579) in China. It ships in a customized gift box. For comparison, the 46mm variant of the regular model starts at ¥1,588 ($249).

Interested customers can pre-order it starting today at 6:08 PM (local time). It will go on sale at 12 AM on January 6, 2022.

Huawei Watch D launched with blood pressure, ECG monitoring and aviation aluminum body

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Huawei held a product launch event today, lifting the curtains on multiple devices, with the P50 Pocket and Watch D stealing most of the limelight. We’ll be talking about the latter here and have given all that you need to know about the smartwatch below.

Starting with the design, the Huawei Watch D is made up of a custom-made high hardness aviation aluminum with improved durability and scratch resistance. The display is a squarish one with a size of 1.64-inches and has an HD resolution providing 326 PPI retina-level clarity. The weight has been claimed to be a sixth of a traditional blood pressure monitor.

Huawei also stated that rigorous airtightness testing has granted the Huawei Watch D IP68 water and dust resistance, making it the industry’s first watch with blood pressure monitoring support to come with such a rating. Heart rate detection will be done through an eight-channel high-sensitivity optical sensor and support for 70+ sports modes has been provided.

But it’s the blood pressure monitoring feature that’s undoubtedly the main highlight of the smartwatch. A micropump with a size equal to a dime and with a compression capability of 40kPa has been fitted inside, allowing accurate 40mmHg to 230mmHg blood pressure measurement.

A self-developed hybrid measurement algorithm that makes use of powerful AI computing has also been used to further improve the detection capabilities of the watch. The BP monitoring feature was said to meet standards of the pharmaceutical industry with an extremely small margin for error in measurement.

Blood pressure monitoring has been paired with ECG measurement, which is basically a test to check your heart’s rhythm and electrical activity. Huawei says 6 BP and 5 ECG measurements per day still will grant you up to 7 days of battery life. Filling the watch up again is simple enough through a wireless charging function.

Last but not least, Huawei is also offering professional doctor services covering diet, sleep, and exercise using which you can directly share your health data with doctors, who will then provide a health management plan accordingly. It’s possible that this service will be limited to China alone, where it will be costing 599 Yuan or around $94.

The Huawei Watch D is available in Classic Black and Elegant Titanium color options and will cost you 2,988 Yuan or around $469. It will be going on sale from Christmas (December 25th).

RELATED:

OPPO Find N sold out in just 5 minutes during its first sale in China

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Earlier today (23rd December 2021), the OPPO Find N officially went on sale in its home country of China. But in just 5 minutes, the new foldable smartphone was completely sold out across all online channels.

We had previously also reported on the device selling out in China. However, that was just a small launch and only a limited quantities of the new model were available for purchase. Notably, some of the early buyers even took to second hand and used products selling website to resell the Find N for a higher price. INow, it appears that the first impressions and early reviews of the foldable smartphone was quite good considering its official sales kicked off earlier today, with the device being out of stock in just 5 minutes.

Talking about the device first, Find N is the Chinese brand’s latest flagship product that targets foldable phone category in the market. It is also OPPO’s first commercially available foldable handset. It sports a 7.1 inch E5 AMOLED primary display with 120Hz refresh rate and a 5.49 inch AMOLED external screen. Under the hood, it packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC and is powered by a large 4,500mAh battery pack that supports up to 33W fast charging. For storage, users can opt for either 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

With the first official sale of the Find N beginning today, the device saw an explosive reception as it was sold out on multiple platforms, including JD.com and Tmall in just 5 minutes. Furthermore, these platform also listed this model as one of the best selling phones on their respective platforms within the hour. Notably, the second sale of the device is set to go live on 27th December 2021.

RELATED:

Inbase Urban Fab smartwatch for kids launched in India for Rs 2,999 (~$40)

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Inbase has launched the Urban Fab smartwatch for kids and teenagers in India. It is designed for children belonging to the 5 to 15 years of age group. The affordably priced smartwatch will be available for purchase from Dec. 25. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and pricing of the Urban Fab.

Urban Fab smartwatch specifications, features

The Urban Fab smartwatch by Inbase is an IP68-rated water-resistant device to frequent damage from accidental water/juice spills. The device features a square-shaped display, which can be customized with 100+ watch faces.

Inbase Urban Fab Smartwatch - Kids — Inbase Urban Fab Smartwatch

The smartwatch can track heart rate, sleep, walking and running. It allows users to set up to 10 alarms and has built-in games like 2048, Candy Crush, Maze, and Fly a Plane. Once charged, the smartwatch can last for up to 7 days with regular usage. It offers a standby time of around 14 days.

To prevent misuse, the Inbase smartwatch comes with a child lock feature. It means one can set a password lock on the device. Lastly, the smartwatch come with a 12 months warranty.

Urban Fab smartwatch price in India

The Inbase Urban Fab smartwatch is priced at Rs 5,499 (~$73) in India. It first sale will be carried out through Inbase’s official website and leading online/offline stores from Dec. 25. It will be available in colors like Pink, Blue, Light Purple, and Army Green. The company said that it will be selling the Urban Fab at a lowered price of Rs 2,999 (~$40) as a part of the special festive offer.

RELATED:

Huawei P50 Pocket foldable flip phone launched with 6.9 inch 120Hz Display — a Premium Galaxy Z Flip3 rival

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Huawei has just announced a new number of its new products in its launch event earlier today (23rd December 2021). But, the highlight of this conference was undoubtedly its new P50 Pocket flip phone, which is the company’s latest foldable smartphone that arrives with a number of interesting features. So lets check it out.

Design and Display

With the P50 Pocket, the Chinese tech giant placed an emphasis on a premium design and build quality. It arrives in a White and Premium Gold variant (in the overseas market) with the former featuring a diamond like aesthetic while the Gold variant has specially made by a prominent haute couture designer, Iris Van Herpen. Both variants feature an advanced 3D micro sculpted design on the back, which also houses a circular camera module and the round Cover Screen that can display notification and other crucial information from a variety of supported apps.

Arriving at the front, the device sports a 6.9 inch OLED display that has a 21:9 aspect ratio, 442ppi pixel density, support 1.07 billion colors and P3 wide color gamut. The display even offers a 120Hz refresh rate with a 300Hz touch sampling rate as well. A notable aspect of the entire design is its Multi Dimensional Hinge which has an even shorter radius than its predecessors. The company’s R&D team spent years developing this key part of the phone, through which it offers a clamshell like inward folding design.

Camera

When talking about foldable smartphones, the display and its related aspects usually take center stage while the camera more or less feels like an after thought. However, Huawei sought to change this outlook with the P50 Pocket that offers quite a unique photography experience. Its houses a 40 megapixel True Chroma camera, alongside a 13 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 32 megapixel Ultra Spectrum camera that is paired with a 10 channel Multi Spectrum sensor and an Ultra Spectrum illuminator. While the primary and wide angle lens are nothing out of the ordinary, the tertiary sensor is what adds that innovative punch.

The company’s latest breakthrough in camera technology is Ultra Spectrum camera and its related sensors that allows it to offer improved image reproduction and capture minute details that help in producing clearer images even in the dark. Although, its key function is the new Ultra Spectrum Fluorescence Photography mode that lets users capture content and details that cannot be seen by the naked eye. In other words, it opens up a new world of patterns and colors that is otherwise unseen. This sensor can even be used practically to determine whether a user has properly applied sunscreen on their face to avoid sunburns.

Specifications

Under the hood, the Huawei P50 Pocket features a 4,000mAh battery pack that supports 40W SuperCharge fast charging. It feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 SoC, but only offer 4G support. Other features include up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, Wi-Fi 6, face unlock from the front and back camera, and a side mounted fingerprint scanner as well. The device weighs just 190 grams and is 7.2mm thick when unfolded and 15.2mm thick when folded.

Pricing and Availability

The P50 Pocket is available in three colors, namely Black, Diamond White, and Premium Gold Edition. However, only the last two will be available in the overseas market. The pricing starts from 8988 Yuan (roughly 1,410 US Dollars) for the 8GB + 256GB model and goes up to 10,988 Yuan (roughly 1,725 US Dollars) for the Premium Gold Edition that offers 12GB + 512GB storage configuration. The sale of the device starts later today.

RELATED:

ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate India sale date finally revealed

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

ASUS announced the ROG Phone 5 series in early March. The vanilla ROG Phone 5 went on sale in India the very next month in April. Over nine months later, the company finally reveals when the ROG Phone 5 Ultimate will be available for purchase in the country.

ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate Featured — ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate

The ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is the most expensive model in the ROG Phone 5 series. This device features a whopping 18GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage.

It also comes with two additional touch sensors on the rear like the Pro model. The smartphone arrives in a single white color option with a matte finish and a monochrome ROG Vision screen to match the body’s hue.

The ROG Phone 5 Ultimate is priced at ₹79,999 ($1,063) in India. It will go on sale for the first time at 12 PM on December 26. The handset will be sold exclusively on Flipkart.

We recommend interested people to order the smartphone as soon as the sale starts. That’s because ROG Phones always go out of stock within a short period of time in India. ASUS is known for offering only a few units for sale in the region.

Unfortunately, the Taiwanese PC maker is yet to make any announcement regarding the launch of ZenFone 8 in the country.

LG DualUp monitor announced with an ultra-tall 16:18 aspect ratio

By

Jeet

-

Dec 23, 2021

Nowadays, we are seeing new monitors getting launched in the market with a different aspect ratio than the traditional 16:9. For instance, there are 32:9 monitors in the market while Apple’s MacBook Pro now features a 14:9 display.

LG is now going a step further and has launched the LG DualUp Monitor with model number 28Q780, making it the world’s first display to come with a 16:18 aspect ratio.

The LG DualUp monitor isn’t really square in shape but has maintained a width of 2560 pixels. While 32:8 monitors are for replacing the two side-by-side monitor setup, this new 16:18 monitor for LG aims to replace two 2560 x 1440 pixel LCDs placed one above another which is used by creators and coders.

Given that the company is not targeting gamers or media enthusiasts, there’s nothing above average in terms of the display. It comes with a 2560 x 2880 pixels screen resolution, 300-nits brightness, and 1000:1 contrast ratio.

Further, the monitor comes with the standard 60Hz refresh rate and offers a 5ms GtG response time. It only supports 98% DCI-P3 color gamut and the LCD panel also comes with HDR10 support.

It comes with one DisplayPort, two HDMI, and one USB-C input with up to 96W power delivery port. It also supports a vertical split view function that lets users use it with two PCs. There’s also a dual-port USB hub and two 7W speakers co-designed with MaxxAudio.

The LG DualUp monitor is mounted on an ultra-adjustable LG Ergo stand that is securely clamped to a desk and can adjust the height, tilt, swivel, and even pivot. The company has also revealed that it will be available in 2022.

RELATED:

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra official promo image emerges for the first time, no sight of ‘Note’ branding

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

The much-awaited Samsung Galaxy S22 series launch inches closer with each passing day and new details about it keep popping up. Most of the specifications of the lineup are already known by now and there have not only been unofficial renders but also leaked live images of some of the devices. However, official marketing material has been missing – something that has now changed.

LetsGoDigital has managed to get their hands on an official promo image from the company revealing the rear of both the Galaxy S22 Ultra and S22+ phones, even as their launch is still over a month away. The leak’s source chooses to remain anonymous so its origin has not been revealed.

Regardless, the promo image has officially confirmed the rear of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, showing off its highly versatile quad rear camera setup for the very first time. All of the camera lenses get islands of their own and aren’t fitted into any camera module, resulting in a unique yet minimal look.

The official render also shows off the S Pen for the first time in black. In the image, its tip has been painted rose gold-ish, which is the exact color of the S22 Ultra as well, making it most likely that the tip of the S Pen will complement the color of the phone it will be shipped with for a more consistent look.

All in all, the promo image sits perfectly in line with previous leaks. Also revealed was that the Galaxy S22 Ultra will indeed be called so as the image doesn’t mention any alternate names like Galaxy S22 Note that had been circulating of late.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — Galaxy S22 Ultra unofficial render by LetsGoDigital

As for the front of the flagship phone, well, it still remains to be teased officially. LetsGoDigital did earlier reveal that the selfie camera will be housed within a waterdrop notch though, so that’s something new. Its predecessor S21 Ultra, in contrast, had opted for a center-aligned punch-hole cutout.

Last but not the least, the leaked image also shows off the Samsung Galaxy S22+ for the first time, in white, revealing that its camera lenses protrude far less than they did on the S21 and S21+.

The entirety of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series is expected to officially make its debut in mid-February 2022, so stay tuned.

RELATED:

Xiaomi 12 full specifications, pricing appear in a poster

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Xiaomi 12, the compact flagship phone, is scheduled to launch with Xiaomi 12X and Xiaomi 12 Pro handsets on Dec. 28 in China. While the Chinese manufacturer is confirming the key specs of the Xiaomi 12 series, a new leak that has surfaced courtesy of tipster Panda is Bald, has revealed the entire specifications and pricing of the vanilla model.

Xiaomi 12 Specifications (Rumored)

The Xiaomi 12 poster reveals that it has a 6.28-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, 10-bit colors, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and 16000-level brightness. The device measures 69.9mm diagonally and weighs 180 grams.

While it is not mentioned in the poster, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC will power the Xiaomi 12. It will be accompanied by LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It has a 4,500mA lithium cobalt oxide battery that supports 67W fast charging and 30W wireless charging. It offers connectivity features like NFC, IR blaster, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6 enhanced version, and 5G. It is also equipped with X-axis linear motor.

The leak has no information on the front camera of the Xiaomi 12. Its rear-facing triple camera unit has an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel 1/1.28-inch main camera with an f/1.9 aperture, a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 123-degree FOV, and a third camera that supports OIS, 3x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom, and 30x digital zoom. The device runs on MIUI 13.

Xiaomi 12 Pricing (Rumored)

The Xiaomi 12 is listed in three variants in the new leak. The 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage is priced at 3,699 Yuan (~$581), the 8 GBR AM + 256 GB storage model costs 3,999 Yuan (~$628), and the 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage variant is listed for 4,399 Yuan (~$690).

The image shown in the poster is the Xiaomi 12 renders by OnLeaks. While some details mentioned in the image appears to be correct, the entire poster looks fake. Hence, readers are advised to digest the leak with a pinch of salt. It is likely that the Xiaomi 12 will be lower than the pricing mentioned in the poster.

RELATED:

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE emerges in hands-on video before launch

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is anticipated to go official at CES 2022. The device may hit the shelves on January 11 in the US. Ahead of that, the phone now emerges in a hands-on video.

Instagram user @habla.concamilo has shared (via SamMobile) a short hands-on video of the yet-to-release Galaxy S21 FE video. The video showcases the handset in the violet color option. For the unaware, the phone will be available in three more colors – green, gray, and white.

The video confirms that the smartphone will have a matte finish on the rear, unlike Galaxy S20 FE, which has a glossy texture. It appears to be the same plastic material found on the mid-range Galaxy A series. Hopefully, the material is as good as the one found on the vanilla Galaxy S21 as the A series has a thinner and flimsy back panel.

As far as specs are concerned, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is expected to arrive with a 6.4-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100 (depending on regions), 6GB/8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage, 12MP (wide) + 12MP (ultra-wide) + 8MP (3x telephoto) triple rear camera setup, and 32MP selfie camera.

The remaining features of the headset will include an in-screen fingerprint sensor, IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, Android 12, 4,500mAh battery, 25W fast wired charging, 15W fast wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.

Vivo V23 series teaser video reveals curved display, dual selfie cameras

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

Vivo V23 series is expected to launch soon in India. Rumors have it that it may launch on Jan. 5 in India. A teaser video (shown below) appeared during the Pro Kabaddi League match on Star Sports. The commercial revealed the design of the Vivo V23 series of smartphones.

Vivo has already launched the Vivo V23e 4G and V23e 5G smartphone in markets outside India. As far as India is concerned, the V23 lineup is expected to include at least two phones, V23, and V23 Pro. The commercial that has surfaced shows that the V23 series will be available in Sunshine Gold color.

Here's promo! Vivo V23 Series arriving on 5th January in india. #Vivo #VivoV23Series #VivoV235G #VivoV23Pro5G pic.twitter.com/RGkVKY4FOo

— Paras Guglani (@passionategeekz) December 23, 2021

It will sport an ultra-slim design and a curved edge display. In addition, its display will feature a wider notch with dual selfie cameras. The back panel of the device has a 64-megapixel triple camera unit. The design of the V23 series appears to be inspired by the Vivo S12 and S12 Pro handsets that were announced earlier this week in China.

Reports have revealed that the Vivo V23 5G with model number V2130 have been approved by certification platforms such as India’s BIS and Malaysia’s SIRIM. Reports suggest that the V23 5G will be similar to the Vivo V23e 5G, but it will pack better cameras and a chipset.

The Vivo V23 Pro appears to be a tweaked version of the Vivo S12 Pro, which came with specs like a 6.44-inch AMOLED 90Hz display, Dimensity 1200 chipset, up to 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, 50-megapixel (primary) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) dual selfie cameras, 108-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple rear cameras, a 4,300mAh battery with 44W fast charging, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. It appears that the V23 Pro will have a 64-megapixel primary camera instead of the 108-megapixel snapper. Also, it will be equipped with a color changing back.

(via)

RELATED:

Samsung Galaxy S22 series launch may get delayed

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

The Samsung Galaxy S22 series is expected to make its debut in early February. However, a new rumor from South Korea now says that the handsets will probably release later than the stipulated timeline. Let’s take a look at the reason behind the delay.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus renders by 91mobiles/OnLeaks — Samsung Galaxy S22+ | Source: @OnLeaks via 91Mobiles

A post on Naver (via SamMobile) states that Samsung has postponed the launch of the Galaxy S22 series. The successor of the Galaxy S21 series will not go official on the date revealed by a carrier source at the end of November. The reason behind the delay is said to be supply chain constraints.

For the unaware, the pre-orders for the Galaxy S22 series were anticipated to go live on February 8 in South Korea. Whereas, the sales were scheduled to kick off around February 18. If the latest rumor happens to be true, then the sales will be likely delayed until late February or early March, suggests Twitter user @GaryeonHan.

The entire smartphone industry is facing issues related to the supply chain. So it’s not surprising to learn that Samsung is also affected by this. In fact, due to this very same reason, the South Korean tech giant has delayed the launch of the Galaxy S21 FE multiple times. This device is now expected to release in January ahead of the Galaxy S22 family.

OPPO K9x launched with 90Hz display, Dimensity 810, 64MP triple cameras

By

-

Dec 23, 2021

OPPO K9x has gone official as yet another K9 series of smartphones. Earlier this year, OPPO announced a K-series of phones such as the OPPO K9, OPPO K9 Pro, and OPPO K9s, and now it has unveiled the OPPO K9x. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and pricing of the OPPO K9x.

OPPO K9x specifications and features

The OPPO K9x has a 6.5-inch LCD punch-hole display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. It has a front-facing camera of 16-megapixel, and its rear shell is headlined by a 64-megapixel camera. The main lens is accompanied a 2-megapixel macro camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor.

The Dimensity 810 chipset is present under the hood of the OPPO K9x. The device is equipped with up 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. There is a dedicated microSD card slot on the device for more storage. It boots to Android 11 OS and ColorOS 12.

Coming to the battery of the device, it has a 5,000mAh power source, which is couple with a 33W fast charger. It comes with other features like a 3.5mm audio jack and a fingerprint scanner. It has a thickness of 8.8mm and weighs 191 grams. To sum up, it’s a rebranded version of India’s Realme 8s 5G smartphone with a tweaked rear design.

OPPO K9x pricing and availability

The OPPO K9x comes in three variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. While it is scheduled to go on sale from Dec. 27, its pricing is yet to be confirmed. The K9x will be available in colors like Obsidian Black and Silver Purple.

RELATED:

Realme GT2 Pro full specs revealed via TENAA listing

By