Samsung has recently teased the launch of a new smartphone in India on popular e-retailer Amazon. The device in question is the Galaxy M52 5G, with a tipster also sharing new images of the upcoming smartphone.
On Amazon, the South Korean tech giant officially teased the device with an image poster that confirmed the arrival of a new Galaxy M series smartphone. This device is the Galaxy M52, which supports 120Hz high refresh rate and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G processor. Talking about the design of the handset, known tipster Snoopy shared images of a white variant of the model and we can observe a textured rear panel and a punch hole display on the front.
This is in line with the image poster that showcased the device in a black color and blue option. On the rear, the Galaxy M52 5G also sports a triple camera setup on a rectangular module. As of right now, the support page is live on Samsung India’s official website and has also been teased on Amazon India. The company is expected to announce the device in the arriving few days, with the handset competing against the likes of Realme GT Master Edition, Motorola Edge 20, and the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G NE.
While finer details of the Galaxy M52 is currently unknown, it is expected to sport a 6.7 inch FHD+ AMOLED display. For memory, the device will apparently offer 8GB of RAM and 126GB of internal storage. It will reportedly be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that could support up to 15W or 25W fast charging. The rear camera module include a 64 megapixel primary shooter, along with a 12 megapixel wide angle lens and a 5 megapixel depth sensor, while the front sports a 32 megapixel selfie camera.
Xiaomi has just unveiled a new smart product concept. The new gadget is a Smart Glass that offers various features like calling, navigation, and even houses a camera for live translation and taking pictures.
According to the Chinese tech giant’s spokesperson, the brand has no plans on selling these smart glasses as of right now. Although, it did reveal a lot of information and shared videos that hints at what a possible smart eyewear from the company could offer in the future. The smart glasses sports a relatively conventional design but arrives with a monochrome MicroLED display alongside AR features. The brand opted for this display technology due to its “higher pixel density and longer lifespan while having a simpler structure” when compared to OLED.
Furthermore, Xiaomi added that MicroLED displays also “allows for a more compact display, as well as easier screen integration.” While the new display technology has been touted to be a possible successor to OLEDs, it is quite expensive and have only been seen in just a few commercial products. As per official notes, the display has a size of “grain of rice” with its dimensions being 2.4mm x 2.02mm, with a peak brightness of 2 million nits. This high brightness won’t completely reach the user’s eye and is offered to make the information being displayed visible even in direct sunlight.
As per video teasers from the company, we can see various scenarios where the new smart glasses concept would come in handy. This includes live translation, real time navigation, notifications right on the display, and other useful functions as well. Notably, the smart glasses can function without a smartphone and is independent as it is an Android device itself. It sports an unknown quad core Arm processor, with support for WiFi, Bluetooth, houses a battery, and a 5 megapixel camera while just weighing 51 grams.
In August 2020, Redmi G debuted as the brand’s first gaming laptop. More than a year later, the sub-brand of Xiaomi announces the arrival of this notebook’s successor called Redmi G 2021. The first-ever teaser for the new Redmi gaming laptop reveals the launch date as well as hints at its pricing.
Earlier today, the official Mi Notebook Weibo account dropped the first teaser for Redmi G 2021. According to the post, this notebook will be unveiled on September 22.
Further, the post says that Redmi’s new mission is to ‘popularize high-end products’. The forthcoming gaming laptop will offer ‘invincible high-performance’ so that gamers can have better gameplay.
Therefore, the upcoming Redmi G gaming laptop could come with much better hardware than its predecessor. As a result, we can also expect it to cost more.
For those unaware, the original Redmi G comes in three variants. The base and mid variants are powered by 10th Gen Intel Core i5 H-series processors, while the top model features an i7 chip. Further, the base model has an NVIDIA GTX 1650 GPU, whereas the latter sport a GTX 1650 Ti.
Redmi G Gaming Laptop (2020)
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Since Redmi has confirmed that the new Redmi G 2021 gaming laptop will be a high-end offering, at least one of the variants could arrive with an Intel Core i9 processor.
Having said that, as we are still a week away from the announcement, we expect Redmi to tease most of the features of its yet-to-release notebook in the coming days.
After a wait for a couple of months, Vivo finally introduced Vivo X70, X70 Pro and the Vivo X70 Pro+ smartphones featuring high-end specifications. The new smartphones are currently limited in China, and there’s no information on the global availability. However, Vivo X70 Pro+ is now on sale via Giztop with estimated delivery by end of September.
It is available in both the Orange and Black colour options along with three storage options. Vivo X70 Pro Plus is available in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage and 12GB RAM + 512GB storage option. It is a great opportunity for the fans sitting overseas and want to grab the device before the official launch in their respective countries.
It is the most powerful and expensive smartphone among the Vivo X70 series. The flagship smartphone houses a 6.78-inch QHD AMOLED display while having 3200 x 1440 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate for a smooth gaming experience. The display offers up to 1500 nits of maximum brightness with a pixel density of 517PPI.
It is powered with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset while coupling an 8/12GB RAM and 256/512GB internal storage. To withstand a couple of days with normal usage, it houses a 4500 mAh battery with 50W fast charging support. It is IP68 water and dust resistance smartphone which enhances the overall usability.
In the camera department, there’s a quad-rear camera featuring a 50-megapixel Samsung GN1 primary sensor, a 48-megapixel Sony IMX598 secondary camera, an 8-megapixel telephoto sensor and a 12-megapixel portrait lens. A 32-megapixel sensor sits on the front for selfies and video.
The Vivo X70 Pro Plus runs on OriginOS 1.0 based on the Android 11 Operating System.
It is currently on sale in China in Nebula Gradient (Orange) and Black color options. However, you can ship the device anywhere in the world via Giztop.
Nokia on Monday launched two new smartphones in the Indian market – the Nokia G10 and Nokia C01 Plus. The Nokia G10 is a budget smartphone that comes with MediaTek’s Helio G25 SoC, whereas, the Nokia C01 Plus is an entry-level Android Go smartphone powered by a UNISOC SoC.
Nokia G10 Specifications, Pricing, and Availability
The Nokia G10 comes with a 6.5-inch water-drop notch display featuring an HD+resolution. It comes in a polycarbonate shell and has a circular rear camera module. It holds a triple rear camera system with a 13MP primary lens, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. Upfront, it flaunts an 8MP single camera lens for selfies.
Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G25 chipset paired with 4GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage. It has a microSD card slot for additional storage up to 512GB.
The dual-SIM smartphone supports 4G VoLTE and has Bluetooth v5. It packs a 5,050mAh battery and has 10W charging support. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio and a USB Type-C port for charging. The smartphone runs on Android 11 out of the box and has a few Nokia apps pre-loaded.
The Nokia G10 is priced at ₹12,149(~$165) for the sole 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant and it comes in two colors – Night and Dusk. It is already up for sale on Nokia India’s official website.
Nokia C01 Plus Specifications, Pricing, and Availability
The Nokia C01 Plus comes with a basic design featuring a compact 5.45-inch HD+ display. It does have the modern aspect ratio but, it still has thick bezels at the top and bottom. It has a single 5MP camera at the front and boasts a 5MP rear camera, alongside the LED flash.
It is powered by the UNISOC SC9863A octa-core chipset paired with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage. It has a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 128GB. It houses a 3,000mAh non-removable battery. The smartphone runs on Android 11 and supports dual SIM with 4G connectivity. Just like the Nokia G10, the C01 Plus also has a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio. As far as charging is concerned, it comes with a micro USB port.
The Nokia C01 Plus is priced at ₹5,999(~$81) and it comes in Purple and Blue color variants. It is currently available in both offline and online markets across India.
iQOO is expected to announce the iQOO Z5 Pro this month. It has been spotted at various places such as the IMEI database, 3C & TENAA Chinese certification sites, and Geekbench. Today, it has emerged at the Play Console (via) to reveal some of its key details.
The iQOO Z5 Pro has appeared with its model number V2148A at Play Console. The listing shows that it is equipped with specs like an FHD+ resolution display with a 480ppi pixel density, Snapdragon 778G chip, 8 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS.
The image of the iQOO Z5 Pro that has surfaced in the Play Console listing reveals it has a punch-hole display. Rumors have it that the smartphone will feature an LCD panel that carries support for a 120Hz refresh rate.
iQOO Z5 Pro’s image at Google Play Console
The Z5 Pro will be drawing power from a 5,000mAh battery. Its 3C certification revealed that it may carry support for 44W rapid charging. For photography, it may house a 64-megapixel triple camera unit. It is equipped with other features such as a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and 5G connectivity.
The Z5 Pro will be drawing power from a 5,000mAh battery. Its 3C certification revealed that it may carry support for 44W rapid charging. For photography, it may house a 64-megapixel triple camera unit. It is equipped with other features such as a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and 5G connectivity.
iQOO may confirm the iQOO Z5 Pro launch date for China in the next few days as it is expected to debut in September. It is unclear whether other Z5 series handsets such as the iQOO Z5 and iQOO Z5x will also debut alongside the Pro model. Reports have revealed that the Z5x could be a rebadged model of the Vivo S10e, which is likely to debut soon in China.
Vivo X70 Pro+ flagship phones were announced along with the Vivo X70 and Vivo X70 Pro last week in China. The Chinese manufacturer is expected to announce the X70 series in India this month. It appears that its arrival is close at hand as the X70 Pro+ has surfaced in the database of Google Play Console today.
The model number of the Chinese version of the Vivo X70 Pro+ is V2145A. The device that has been spotted at the Play Console has a different V2114 model number. This device was spotted with Vivo X70 Pro+ in the IMEI database.
This V2114 handset has been spotted at other places like the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and Geekbench benchmarking site. The Play Console listing of the Vivo X70 Pro+ states it has Snapdragon 888 Plus SoC, 12 GB of RAM, and Android 11 OS. Its other specifications are known since it has already launched in China.
Vivo X70 Pro+ specifications
The Vivo X70 Pro+ has a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED panel that delivers a Quad HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 888+ powered phone features 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB / 512 GB of storage, and a 4,500mAh battery that supports 55W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
Vivo X70 Pro Plus
The X70 Pro+ has a front camera of 32-megapixel. Its rear camera setup has a 50-megapixel main camera, a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens with micro-gimbal stabilization, a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera, and an 8-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. It offers other features like Android 11 OS, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, and a Vivo V1 chip.
Today, Meizu confirmed that it will be announcing three new smartphones such as Meizu 18s, Meizu 18s Pro, and Meizu 18x at 15:30 PM (local time) on Sept. 22 in China. The Chinese brand also confirmed that it will be also unveiling around 30 products including Flyme UI, Lipro, and PANDEAR through the upcoming launch event.
Meizu 18s, Meizu 18s Pro specifications (Rumored)
The TENAA certified M182Q and M192Q Meizu phones are expected to launch in China as Meizu 18s and Meizu 18s Pro, respectively. The vanilla variant has a 6.2-inch AMOLED QHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888 Plus, a 20-megapixel front camera, a 64-megapixel + 16-megapixel + 8-megapixel triple camera unit, and a 3,910mAh battery with 36W fast charging.
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TENAA images of Meizu 18s Pro
Meizu 18s Pro (Meizu M192Q) TENAA
TENAA images of Meizu 18s
Meizu 18s (Meizu M182Q) TENAA
The Meizu 18s Pro has a 6.7-inch AMOLED QHD+ 120Hz screen, Snapdragon 888 Plus, a 44-megapixel front camera, a 50-megapixel + 32-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 0.3-megapixel quad-camera setup, and a 4,410mAh battery with 40W rapid charging. Both models have an in-screen fingerprint reader, 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, 128 GB / 256 GB of storage, and Android 11 OS.
Meizu 18x specifications (Rumored)
It is speculated that the Meizu phone with the M172Q model number that has received TENAA approval will debut as the Meizu 18x in China. At present, the TENAA listing of 18x has no information on its specs.
Rumors are rife that the Meizu 18x will be fueled by the Snapdragon 870 mobile platform. It is likely to house a 6.5-inch OLED screen that delivers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It may house a triple camera unit headlined by a 64-megapixel camera. The 18x could be backed by a 4,200mAh battery. Its 3C certification has revealed that it may ship with a 30W rapid charger.
The OPPO Enco Buds are the latest pair of truly wireless earphones from the smartphone maker. They are the successor to last year’s OPPO Enco W11. But for some reason, the company is using a new name instead of W12.
However, though the branding is different, this TWS product looks almost identical to its predecessor. As a result, It is difficult to tell these audio accessories apart unless you hold both the models in close and compare them.
So do the new OPPO Enco Buds come with any upgrade or not? I will try to answer this question in this review.
OPPO Enco Buds Review
Disclaimer:
This review of OPPO Enco Buds is based on the author’s firsthand experience with a unit sent out by OPPO India. The opinions stated here are the author’s alone.
The review is more of a comparison between OPPO Enco Buds and OPPO Enco W11 to let the readers understand the changes that the new model brings.
PS: The author had been using the Enco W11 as their primary TWS for months before switching over to the Galaxy Buds+.
Build and Design
The OPPO Enco Buds feature a plastic build all around. The buds and the charging case sport a glossy finish, which can get scratched easily but are hard to spot, at least on the white color that I have with me. In fact, India only gets this hue option, while in some markets, the product also comes in a blue color version.
Moving on, both the charging case and the buds look like a pebble. They flaunt an almost-same design as the Enco W11. The charging case of Enco Buds is slightly thicker and heavier, whereas the buds themselves are smaller and lighter in weight.
As per OPPO, each IP54-rated Enco Bud weighs 4g, while the IP55-rated Enco W11 buds weigh 4.4g each. But the former’s charging case is heavier at 37g as compared to 35.5g of the latter.
Hence, the net weight of OPPO Enco Buds is actually higher. However, due to a slightly different curvature on the case, the new model sort of feels lighter in hands than the older model.
Further, the secondary microphone hole on the Enco Buds is tiny, and even the ‘OPPO’ branding on the case is smaller. There are also L and R markings inside the case, which are not found in the W11’s case. Lastly, there’s an LED indicator on the front and a USB Type-C port on the rear.
Interestingly, the Enco Bud’s charging case has a loose lid and it does not feel as good as that of Enco W11 in hands. Also, the retail packaging is of lower quality when compared to the previous model.
Connectivity and Controls
The OPPO Enco Buds arrive with Bluetooth 5.2 instead of Bluetooth 5.0. They also have support for quick pairing on devices running ColorOS. In my usage, they never got disconnected from any of the devices I used them with.
Like almost all the TWS earphones in the market, these also have touch gesture controls, which work fine without any issue. Users can even customize controls using the HeyMelody companion app. This application can be also used for firmware upgrades.
It is worth noting that the Enco W11 are not compatible with the HeyMelody app.
Sound and Microphone Quality
The OPPO Enco Buds offer a well-tuned sound stage for the price. They also mitigate almost all the issues with their forerunner OPPO Enco W11.
First and foremost, the Enco Buds are louder. For those unaware, the biggest con of Enco W11 is the lower volume level. Secondly, the new model also produces a good amount of bass when compared to its predecessor.
That’s not all, there’s also a fine amount of instrument separation. However, the timbre and treble could have been better.
Also, It would have been nice if these buds were capable of outputting better clarity. But we cannot expect everything from an entry-level TWS product, can we?
In simpler words, the audio quality of OPPO Enco Buds is commendable for its price. One might find its flaws only if they have used more expensive truly wireless earphones.
The same can be also said about its microphone performance. It is way better than that of OPPO Enco W11. However, the ENC (Electronic Noise Cancellation) for calls is not as great as what the company advertises.
In addition to providing an overall good sound experience, the OPPO Enco Buds also offer the best in-ear fit I have ever experienced. Do note that everyone has differently shaped ears, and therefore, this statement could differ from person to person. But I believe these buds should be perfect for most people because of their tiny footprint.
Battery and Charging
The OPPO Enco Buds are rated to last up to 6 hours on a single charge and up to 24 hours with the charging case. The battery life I got out of these earbuds was on par with the company’s claim, which is impressive.
On the other hand, the OPPO Enco W11 offers around 5 hours of battery life on a single and only about 20 hours with the charging case. It is fascinating to note that both models have the exact same-sized batteries (buds: 40mAh, case: 400mAh) but only one offers more endurance.
As far as charging is concerned, both the charging cases use a USB Type-C port and take around 150 minutes to charge fully. Lastly, the new model uses a silver-colored connector to charge the buds instead of golden-colored connectors found inside the older model.
Verdict
The OPPO Enco Buds are priced at ₹1,999 ($27) in India. At this price, it is an easy recommendation for the package they offer. For the first three days of the sale starting September 14 till 16, they will be selling at an even cheaper price tag of ₹1,799 ($24).
I used to recommend OPPO Enco W11 to anyone looking for TWS earbuds under ₹2000 ($27) since their release last year. Although these truly wireless earphones debuted at ₹2,499 ($34), they are usually on sale for ₹1,999 ($27) or even less up to ₹1,499 ($20) most of the time.
Hence, I believe we can expect similar discounts on the OPPO Enco Buds in the near future. As a result, more people could get access to this new pair of wireless earbuds from OPPO.
Apple is all set to host an event tomorrow which will be virtual and is expected to be a center stage for the iPhone 13, Watch Series 7, and 3rd-gen AirPods. From what rumors have suggested so far, Apple may have plans for an additional event to unveil the new Mac and iPad models. MacRumors believe that Apple’s Annual Back to School promotion end date could decide when the next event might take place.
Last year, Apple decided to extend its Back to School promotion till October 12, and we witnessed an event on October 13, just a day after the promotion ended. As for this year, the Back to School promotion is ending on September 27 in the U.S. but going by the theory, having two events in September is less likely. However, the promotion is ending on October 11 in Europe, which makes more sense, and it is highly likely that we could witness an event on October 12.
Feasibility and planning this event, all lie with Apple, but it definitely is possible. Again, this is just a theory, and we have no other option but to wait for an official word to come from Apple.
In all likelihood, there will be an additional event this fall that will be dedicated to the upcoming Macs and iPads. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests that there are going to be only two events this fall. Whatever the case, we will find it out soon.
Huawei has added two more devices to its portfolio with the launch of MateBook 13s and 14s. The notebooks bring a plethora of new additions including a sharp metal body that weighs as light as 1.32kg and 1.43kg for the latter. Available in three shades, these notebooks will go on their maiden sale on September 25.
Source: Huawei
These laptops check all the boxes when it comes to performance as they are being powered by Intel‘s high-performance 11th gen processors along with an upgraded shark fin cooling system. Large screens with 2520 x 1680 resolution, up to 90Hz refresh rate, support for 1.07 billion colors, 100% sRGB, 60Wh battery that allows up to 13 hours of battery life, and support for super-fast charging with 3 hours of screen on time with a charge of 15 minutes, are some of the major highlights of these new machines.
Huawei MateBook 13s and 14s also offer an excellent camera that supports face unlocking, as well as Huawei’s self-developed fully automatic laser welding technology. And with a 90% screen-to-body ratio, users will enjoy a truly immersive experience.
Huawei has also leveled up the sound department with the support of Huawei sound-enabled stereo, open quiet space calls, recognize and filter vocal interference, and new smart voices options.
Other than the major hardware upgrade, what’s even more exciting is the support for Huawei’s mobile apps, bridging the gap between the PC app ecosystem and mobile app ecosystem for the first time. This opens a window for users to enjoy both the productivity of Windows and Huawei’s rich mobile app ecosystem on the PC. This comes as Huawei mobile application engine public test program and has been opened for older models as well, with the first batch to get it on September 25 and the second starting October 25.
The Galaxy M22 is the latest M-series Samsung phone to go official. It is now listed on the official website of Samsung Germany. Some of the major highlights include a 20:9 aspect display, 48-megapixel quad cameras, and a big battery. It appears to be a slightly tweaked version of the existing Galaxy A22 handset.
Samsung Galaxy M22 specifications
The Galaxy M22 measures 159.9 x 7 x 8.4mm and weighs 186 grams. It houses a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display that offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. The display notch serves as a home for a 13-megapixel camera. The squarish camera module on its back has a 48-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide snapper with a 123-degree FOV, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro camera.
Samsung Galaxy M22
The Galaxy M22 is powered by a 2GHz octa-core processor, which appears to be the Helio G80 that powers the Galaxy A22. The M22 has 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, and it runs on One UI-based Android 11.
Samsung Galaxy M22
A 5,000mAh battery is at the helm of the Galaxy M22. It carries support for 25W fast charging. The smartphone offers features such as dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, USB-C, a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a side-fingerprint scanner.
Samsung Galaxy M22 price
The Galaxy M22’s pricing is not mentioned in its official listing. The handset comes in three colors such as black, white, and blue.
OPPO will be holding a launch event at 6 PM (local time) on Sept. 16 in China. The company will be unleashing the all-new ColorOS 12 through the upcoming event. It is also expected to announce two new smartphones such as the OPPO K9 Pro and OPPO Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition. Today, the company rolled out a poster to confirm the arrival of the new variant of the Find X3 Pro.
OPPO Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition
The poster reveals that the OPPO Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition will be sporting an attractive dual-tone design. While the upper portion of the phone’s back has a metallic appeal, the remaining part is made from leather. It is said to be a limited edition and is will arrive in a special box in China.
A leaked photo of the OPPO Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition revealed that its model number is PEEM00, which is very same as the original Find X3 Pro. It is unclear whether the device will be heading to other markets outside China.
Reports have revealed that OPPO and Kodak have worked together for the Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition. The device is expected to feature a pair of 50-megapixel cameras, which are also available on the regular Find X3 Pro.
OPPO Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition package
OPPO Find X3 Pro specifications
The Find X3 Pro has a 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED QHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 16 GB of RAM, up to 512 GB of storage, and a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging and 30W wireless charging. It has a front camera of 32-megapixel, and its rear camera setup has a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, a 13-megapixel telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom, and a 3-megapixel microscope lens.
Last month, Android Central revealed that the OnePlus is working on a new smartphone called the OnePlus 9 RT. The moniker of the device suggests that it will be an upgraded version of the OnePlus 9Rv handset that debuted earlier this year. Apart from revealing a few key specs of the phone, the publication claimed that this device will be launching in October. Now, reliable tipster Steve Hemmerstoffer has shared the tentative launch date of the OnePlus 9 RT.
The OnePlus 9 RT may debut on Oct. 15. As previous reports have revealed, the company is unlikely to release updated ‘T’ versions of the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro this year. The OnePlus 9 RT is expected to arrive with the latest OxygenOS 12 UI. It is likely to remain exclusive to markets like India and China.
It is speculated that the OnePlus 9 RT will be featuring the same 6.55-inch AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will be powered by a higher-binned version of the Snapdragon 870. For photography, it will be featuring the Sony IMX766 50-megapixel primary camera.
OnePlus 9R
The OnePlus 9 RT could be backed by a 4,500mAh battery that may carry support for 65W fast charging. The new OxygenOS 12 will bring new features like a theme store a private safe for securely storing sensitive data, improved privacy settings, a redesigned settings page, and floating windows.
The OnePlus 9 RT is expected to offer up to 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It may feature a selfie camera of 16-megapixel. For security, it will be equipped with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. At present, there is no information available on the pricing of the OnePlus 9 RT.
For Indian budget phone lovers, the debut of the Redmi 10 Prime in the Indian market is one of the most beautiful things of the last quarter. The handset brings great midrange specifications at an incredibly affordable price, but there are a lot of devices in the same price range. Even Samsung is releasing several handsets in the low-end segment: one of the latest is the Galaxy M12. Does the Redmi 10 Prime offer a higher value for money than the Samsung Galaxy M12 or the latter is a better option for the money asked? This comparison between their specifications will clear your ideas in regards.
The Redmi 10 Prime is undoubtedly the most modern device and the most attractive in terms of design. Unlike the Samsung Galaxy M12 that comes with a waterdrop notch, the Redmi 10 Prime has a punch hole on the display for the front camera. It has narrower bezels around the display and thanks to those, it is a more compact device. The rear design reminds me of the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra, with a gradient color hue and a similar camera module. Both the phones have a side-mounted fingerprint reader for authentication and they are built with polycarbonate. Note that the Redmi 10 Prime has a dust proof and splash proof body, while Samsung Galaxy M12 does not. Do you agree with my opinion or do you think the Samsung Galaxy M12 has a more interesting design?
Display
The specifications of these displays are not so different. The Redmi 10 Prime and the Samsung Galaxy M12 have a display diagonal of 6.5 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, and a 90 Hz refresh rate. However, the Samsung Galaxy M12 has a PLS panel that is an inferior panel in terms of image quality. Further, the Redmi 10 Prime has the Gorilla Glass 3 protection by Corning which makes the front glass sturdier. Last but not least, the Redmi 10 Prime has stereo speakers instead of a mono speaker, so the audio power is higher.
Hardware/Software
Do you need the most powerful and the fastest phone? Then grab a unit of the Redmi 10 Prime. The Mediatek Helio G88 mobile platform mounted on this device has better CPU and GPU performance, so it can provide you a faster user experience in normal activities and even in gaming sessions. Further, you can get more RAM with the Redmi 10 Prime: its memory configurations offer up to 6 GB of RAM, while Samsung Galaxy M12 provides a max of 4 GB. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy M12 has a processor built with a better production process (8 nm) which consumes a lower amount of energy. The Galaxy M12 also runs One UI Core, an enlightened version of the One UI for low-end devices which provides better performance.
Camera
Despite Samsung produces the best cameras, Redmi 10 Prime has a better camera department. The main sensor is way better with its 50 MP resolution and an f/1.8 focal aperture. Even the ultrawide camera is superior with a resolution of 8 MP. Last but not least, the phone provides a front camera with a brighter focal aperture (f/2.0).
Battery
Redmi 10 Prime and Samsung Galaxy M12 are very good battery phones, but if you want the best, then Redmi 10 Prime is again the winner. Despite the inferior production process of its SoC, the Redmi 10 Prime is able to provide a longer battery life because it has a bigger 6000 mAh battery. It even supports reverse charging, so you can use it as a power bank.
Xiaomi Redmi 10 Prime vs Samsung Galaxy M12: Price
The starting price of the Redmi 10 Prime in the Indian market is Rs. 12,499 / $170, while the Samsung Galaxy M12 is priced at Rs. 11,499 / $156 in its base variant. Given that the Redmi is a way better phone, we recommend you to spend more and get it instead of the Galaxy M12, at least with the actual prices. You will get a stronger chipset, better cameras, and a bigger battery.
Fast-growing Chinese tech powerhouse Xiaomi, over the past few months has put in place a rebranding drive to highlight its unique identity as a global brand. In this light, Xiaomi India will be dropping the Mi moniker in its product lineup in place of Xiaomi in subsequent products beginning immediately. The rebranding will see a slight modification in the logo design of products on its lineup.
The move is aimed at unifying the global brand and signpost its presence further in India. In line with the recent global decision by the company, some recent products have begun to bear the Xiaomi logo in place of the previous Mi logo. Two distinct product lines will be visible with the rebranding policy of the company.
While products previously on the Mi line will now bear Xiaomi, the products bearing Redmi will retain their identity. The Redmi brand has blossomed tremendously, as it has been known for introducing innovative and affordable products across its array of product offerings from smartphones to home electronics and other devices including laptops. Thus, the two broad arms of the company in terms of the naming convention will be Xiaomi and Redmi.
A marketing executive of Xiaomi India, Jaskaran Singh Kapany says that Xiaomi is cementing its position as a strong technology brand with a fast-expanding global presence. It also aims to have a unified presence which is the driving force behind its rebranding decision. Xiaomi is billed to unveil its 11T series of smartphones globally on September 15 with some budget models included. India is primed to follow suit after the global launch and consumers are awaiting the detailed lineup and pricing regime available for the new offerings.
Motorola via its intelligent networking products arm Minim, has unveiled its latest home wireless networking solution to the Indian market. The Motorola MH7020 Wi-Fi Mesh system, the MH7022, and the MH7023 are all available via Amazon India or Flipkart priced from Rs. 7,999 (~$109).
The Motorola home Wi-Fi mesh system offers all-round exceptional coverage, data security, and quality broadband service at a very competitive price to customers in the subcontinent. The Motorola MH7020 has a dedicated channel for Wi-Fi at ultra-fast internet speeds. The embedded Wi-Fi amplifiers effectively eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots, as the entire household is covered, up to 5,000 square feet. The new system also has mobile app support via the motosync app and Motorola is offering free upgrades to users in India who had the previous app, the Motomanage.
The Motosync app offers lifetime access to premium features that helps you to effectively secure and control your Wi-Fi resources. It provides a seamless, secure, and connected internet experience. The motosync helps to monitor the Home Wi-Fi system from anywhere. In addition, it offers advanced threat detection features and security alerts. With the mobile app, you can prevent unauthorized access to your home network, as well as optimize network performance through speed and signal strength scans. The app also enables users to set parental control measures for the safety of minors.
The Motorola MH7020 Wi-Fi Mesh system is available in India in some variants. The MH7020 mesh-ready Wi-Fi router is priced at Rs. 7,999 (~$109), while the MH7022 consisting of the router and a satellite unit is priced at Rs. 13,999 (~$191). The highest-priced model is the Motorola MH7023 which consists of a router and two satellite units and is priced at Rs. 19,999 (~$272). .
Lenovo is expected to launch a new budget smartphone soon as a device dubbed Lenovo K14 has just emerged on the Geekbench certification. The listing confirms its existence and reveals some key highlights of the smartphone.
According to the Geekbench 5 certification, the smartphone scores 274 single-core points and 711 multi-core points. It is powered by a UNISOC SoC and is codenamed aruba. It is believed to be the UNISOC T610 SoC. It is paired with 2GB of RAM and runs on Android 11 out of the box.
The smartphone was also seen on other certifications and it was revealed that the device is nothing but a Moto E20 rebadged model. If it is to be believed then the phone may come with Bluetooth v5.0. It may also pack a smaller 3,760mAh battery.
As of now, more details for the Lenovo K14 are under wraps, but since the phone has passed the Geekbench certification, we can expect the device to launch soon.
In related news, the Lenovo K13 Pro and K13 Note smartphones were spotted on Google’s Play Console listing. It revealed that the K13 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 665 budget SoC, whereas, the K13 Note will be fueled by the Snapdragon 480 chipset.
OPPO has a big event scheduled for Thursday, September 16, and it has lots of products planned for launch, with the key announcement being ColorOS 12. It also turns out that the Find X3 Pro Photography Edition made in collaboration with Kodak will also be announced on that day.
The date for the launch was confirmed by OPPO via a Weibo post today.
The Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition will have a dual-textured back. The upper part of the phone will be covered in metal while the remaining part will be clad in leather. Save for this design change that is meant to ape one of Kodak’s vintage cameras, we do not think there will be other differences from the standard Find X3 Pro which launched earlier this year. However, we do expect it will come in a special box and may even include custom accessories.
The OPPO Find X3 Pro was announced in March with a 6.7-inch QHD+ 120Hz screen, a Snapdragon 888 processor, up to 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. It also has 50MP + 50MP + 13MP + 3MP quad rear cameras and a 32MP front-facing camera.
There is a 4500mAh battery inside the phone that can charge at up to 65W via wired charging, 30W fast wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. Other features are an in-display fingerprint scanner, IP68 rating, NFC, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2.
The OPPO Find X3 Pro Photographer Edition will most likely be exclusive to China just like the Find X3 Pro Mars Exploration Edition announced in May.
A recently unearthed patent filing by Samsung could indicate that the Korean tech powerhouse could be developing innovative true wireless earbuds with impressive features. The Galaxy Buds are designed for swimming purposes and also offer some health data in the process.
The patent is for waterproof Galaxy Buds with a removable neckband. The waterproof rating of this new pair of earbuds will be above the IPX7 rating which is the highest rating you can get in Samsung’s latest offerings in the segment. Both the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and the Galaxy Buds 2 are rated IPX7 which means that they can withstand being underwater for 30 minutes at depths not more than 1 meter. This also means that the earbuds are not designed for underwater use, as Samsung explicitly recommends against using these buds while swimming.
The shortcomings of the present TWS Galaxy buds could be a driving factor in the development of the new device. The detachable neckband is an added accessory that ensures that both buds are secure while swimming, without any risk of losing them. As per the patent, the new pair of TWS Galaxy Buds will have multiple in-built microphones, sensors, touch controls, and a two-way speaker system.
Some of the sensors will enable the device to gather health data while in use such as burnt calories, speed, and momentum. However, the details contained in the patent documentation of course do not include the possible date of release of the device. There is no guarantee that the device will become a reality in the future.
It may however indicate a possible direction of research in improving the IP rating of current Galaxy buds while maintaining effectiveness.
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