Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE could cost under ₹25,000 in India

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Sep 10, 2021

At the Mi 11 Lite launch event for India, Xiaomi revealed that it has plans to release the 5G variant of the device in the country. A couple of days back, this handset was tipped to debut in the region in September itself. Yesterday, we even got to learn about the phone’s primary specs and price for Europe (€329). Today, another leak hints at the possible price of this smartphone in India.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G Truffle Black — Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G

The upcoming Mi 11 Lite 5G for India and other markets will be slightly different than the original model. This phone will be called Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, where ‘NE’ stands for New Edition. Other than the new name, the forthcoming handset will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset instead of a Snapdragon 780G SoC.

Talking about the main highlight of this story, the yet-to-release mid-range 5G Xiaomi smartphone will cost around ₹23,000-₹24,000 in India. This piece of information comes from Yogesh Brar via 91Mobiles.

The tipster says that the price of the device will not cross ₹25,000 as Xiaomi wants to under the recently launched realme GT Master Edition, which also has a similar set of features

Having said that, since the phone is said to make its way to India by the end of this month, we can expect Xiaomi to start teasing it sooner than later.

The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE will arrive with features like a 6.55-inch FHD+ OLED display, 64MP + 8MP + 5MP triple rear camera setup, 20MP selfie camera, Android 11, 6.8mm thickness, and 159g weight. This smartphone could be part of the rumored Xiaomi CC11 series in China.

OnePlus Nord 2 explodes in the pocket of an Indian Lawyer’s Black Robe

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Sean

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Sep 10, 2021

Another OnePlus Nord 2 has exploded in India. This time the incident affected an Indian lawyer who claimed that his new premium mid range handset caught fire and exploded while it was resting idle.

The news arrives from MySmartPrice who found that a Twitter user named Gaurav Gulati claimed that his Nord 2 unit had recently caught fire and exploded. Notably, this marks the second time this particular model has seen an accident in the region. Back in August, the Chinese smartphone brand had responded to another incident regarding a Nord 2 unit exploding, but ruled out the cause as external factors rather than a manufacturing defect.

But now, an Indian lawyer claims that the device was simply in his black robe when he suddenly realized he felt something hot in his pocket. After this, Gulati stated that he threw away his robe and saw smoke coming out of the device, which later caught fire and even exploded inside a court chamber. He further claimed that the device was not on charge and that around 90 per cent of the battery was left as the smartphone was not in use before the incident.

At the moment, OnePlus has reached out to Gulati and have asked for him to submit his device. Although, it seems that he is taking the legal route and has submitted his Nord 2 to the police and has filed an official complaint against the company’s India branch. Furthermore, the lawyer has even complained to the consumer court, bringing an injunction to block the sales of the phone in India. Gaurav is making this move as he found that the company was “quite insensitive to injuries and trauma I have suffered.”

In a statement, OnePlus said “Last evening, an individual notified us about an alleged blast case for the OnePlus Nord 2 on Twitter, and our team immediately reached out to this individual to verify the legitimacy of the claim. We take every claim such as this very seriously out of concern for user safety. However, despite multiple attempts to analyse the device, including a visit to the premises earlier today to examine it in the individual’s presence, he has so far denied us the opportunity to perform a proper diagnosis. Under such circumstances, it is impossible for us to verify the legitimacy of this claim or address this individual’s demands for compensation.”

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Class Action Suit likely to follow amidst Apple M1 MacBook Screen Cracking incidents

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Ashutosh

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Sep 10, 2021

After the frequent screen cracking incidents on the new Apple M1 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air came to light, law firm Migliaccio & Rathod has escalated the process on their end to see if there’s a scope for a class action suit against Apple. The firm has begun asking users to complete a questionnaire in order to get more details in this regard.

Apple M1 MacBook users have been troubled by an issue where the screen is cracking for no apparent reason. The affected lot headed to customer support only to end up listening to vague and unsatisfactory responses from the company representatives. Adding to which the law firm states, “Many users allege that they have opened their devices from the closed position without applying any undue pressure, only to find dramatic cracks in the retina display, often accompanied by black bars running across the screen.”

Migliaccio & Rathod has a valid point and further says, “Whatever the case, users are left with little choice but to spend upwards of $600.00 to have their display repaired, with no guarantee that the screen crack defect won’t reoccur at a later date,”

Apple may have messed up things in the backend but what escalated this issue is the inconvenience in after-sales service from the company. Spending extra to fix a problem that you had little to do with is the base of the story.

This isn’t the first time Apple has been slammed by a class-action suit. Earlier, Apple admitted to throttling down older iPhones and agreed to have a $500 Million settlement. If the law firm is able to establish a strong base after its investigation, Apple will have one more action lawsuit coming their way, this time for cracking display issues.

The law firm has its history too. Three years ago it investigated a potential lawsuit against Microsoft for a screen flickering issue in the Surface Pro 4‘s but later on, dropped its plans after Microsoft offered a replacement program.

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Motorola Moto E30 with Unisoc CPU, 2GB RAM spotted

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 10, 2021

Motorola is reportedly planning to launch a couple of E-series smartphones. Last month, the rumor mill leaked renders and specs of the Moto E20 handset. There have been reports about the existence of the Moto E40 handset. Now, a Geekbench listing of the upcoming Moto E30 (via) has appeared today to reveal some of its key specs.

It was revealed by reputed tipster Evan Blass last month that the upcoming Moto E30 is codenamed as “Cyprus.” The same codename can be seen mentioned in the Geekbench listing. It reveals that the E30 is powered by an octa-core Unisoc processor that has a base frequency of 1.82GHz.

The listing further reveals that it has 2 GB of RAM, and it runs on Android 11 OS. It scored 305 points in the single-core test and 762 points in the multi-core test. Hopefully, the rumor mill will spill the other specs of the device in the coming days.

In related news, the Moto E20 is expected to arrive with a 6.5-inch LCD panel that offers an HD+ resolution. It is said to be powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset and 2 GB of RAM. It may come with 32 GB of storage and Android 11 (Go edition).

The device may feature a front camera of 5-megapixel. Its rear camera setup may include a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It may house a 4,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. The device lacks a fingerprint scanner. It may arrive in blue and black. This handset is likely to be rebadged as the Lenovo K14 in some markets.

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Infinix Zero X, Zero X Pro key specs emerge through Google Play Console appearance

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 10, 2021

Infinix is going to announce the Infinix Zero X smartphone on Sept. 13 through a global launch event. Reports have revealed that the lineup includes three models such as Zero X, Zero X Neo, and Zero X Pro. It is unclear whether all three models will be announced together next week. The Zero X Neo (model number X6810) was spotted last month at the Google Play Console. Fresh information reveals that the Zero X (model number X6811B) and Zero X Pro (model number X6811) have also appeared at Play Console (via).

The front image of the Zero X and Zero X Pro that have appeared at Play Console reveal that they are fitted with a centrally aligned punch-hole display. Reports have revealed that both smartphones will come equipped with an AMOLED panel.

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The Google Play Console listings show that both phones support a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 480ppi pixel density. Both models are preinstalled with Android 11 OS.

The Zero X and Zero X Pro are powered by the MediaTek MT6785 SoC, which seems to be the recently unveiled Helio G96 chipset. Both models are also fitted with 8 GB of RAM. Probably, the Zero X and X Pro may come with identical specs, and they may only differ in the camera department.

Reports have revealed that the Infinix Zero X Pro features a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen that offers a 120Hz refresh rate and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. It has a front camera of 16-megapixel, and its rear shell has a 108-megapixel main camera with OIS, an ultrawide lens, and a periscope zoom lens. the Zero X Pro is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 40W rapid charging. The handset offers an internal storage of 128 GB.

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Samsung Galaxy Wide5 launched, likely to be rebadged as Galaxy F42 5G in India

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 10, 2021

Samsung and SK Telecom have unveiled the Galaxy Wide5 smartphone in South Korea. It is a budget-friendly 5G phone that offers features like a big display, 64-megapixel triple cameras, large internal storage, and a big battery.

Samsung Galaxy Wide5 specifications and features

The Galaxy Wide5 (SM-E426S model number) has a 6.6-inch display that offers a Full HD+ resolution. The Infinity-V notch on the display houses a front camera of 8-megapixel. Its rear camera includes a 64-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens with a 115-degree FOV, and a 2-megapixel depth assist lens.

The MediaTek Dimensity 700 is present under the hood of the Galaxy Wide5. It ships with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. For additional storage, it has a microSD card slot. The device runs on Android 11 OS.

The Wide5 is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The smartphone measures 167.2 x 76.4 x 9mm and weighs 203 grams.

Samsung Galaxy Wide5 price and availability

The Galaxy Wide5 is listed with a price tag of KRW 449,900 (~$385) on SK Telecom’s store. It comes in three colors such as black, white, and blue. The smartphone is available for purchase through online and offline stores of SK Telecom starting from today.

Before the launch of the Wide5, it was speculated that it could be rebranded version of the Galaxy A22 5G. As can be seen, the Wide5 differs from the A22 5G in departments like main camera and rear design. Samsung is expected to soon announce the Galaxy F42 5G (model number SM-E426B-DS) in India. Since the F42 5G’s model number is similar to the Wide5, it appears that the F42 5G could be a rebadged edition of the Wide5.

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Live shots of Infinix phone with 108MP camera with OIS, periscope lens emerge

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 10, 2021

Leaked photos of an upcoming Infinix smartphone have appeared. The images shared by GSMArena reveal that it will be the first Infinix smartphone to sport a 108-megapixel and a periscope lens.

At the beginning of this month, XDA Developers released a render of the Infinix Zero X phone. The handset shown in the new photos below looks identical to the Zero X. To begin with, it has a speckled design on the back and a triple camera unit at the top-left corner.

According to the publication, the Infinix smartphone features a 108-megapixel main camera with OIS support. It is accompanied by a 13mm ultrawide lens and a squarish periscope camera. The latter offers a focal length of 125mm with 5x magnification and an f/3.4 aperture.

It can be said based on the information shared by an African YouTuber that this handset could be the Infinix Zero X Pro, and not the vanilla Zero X. It was revealed by Tech Arena24 that the Zero X Pro will feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED punch-hole display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to be powered by the Helio G96 chipset, 8 GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery that supports 40W fast charging.

The Zero X Pro is likely to feature a front camera of 16-megapixel. It is expected to come with other specs like 128 GB of built-in storage, Android 11 OS, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

Infinix will be holding a global launch event on Sept. 13 to announce the Infinix Zero X smartphone. It is unclear whether the Pro model will be announced alongside it.

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OPPO K9 Pro specifications, renders, release date emerge through China Telecom listing

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 10, 2021

An OPPO phone with model number PEYM00 was spotted with full specifications and images at China’s TENAA certification platform last month. The branding available on the backside of the phone suggested that it may debut as the OPPO K9 Pro in China. Now, the handset has been listed in the product database of China Telecom. Apart from confirming the moniker, it has also revealed key details of the phone.

OPPO K9 Pro specifications

The OPPO K9 Pro has a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a punch-hole design. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It is equipped with an in-display fingerprint scanner. For selfies, it is fitted with a front camera of 16-megapixel.

The horizontal camera module available on the backside of the OPPO K9 Pro features a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit on the left and 09-K Pro branding on the right. It runs on Android 11 OS, which will be overlaid with the ColorOS UI.

The K9 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 1200 chipset. It is packed with a 4,500mAh battery. Its 3C certification revealed that it may ship with a 65W fast charger. These specs suggest that it will be rebranded version of the Realme GT Neo.

The listing further states that the OPPO K9 Pro will be debuting in three options in China such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It may arrive in three colors such as Glacier Overture, Obsidian Warrior, Neon Silver Sea. The listing states that it will be available for purchase from Sept. 24 in China.

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OPPO A11s key specifications leaked, launch seems imminent

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 10, 2021

Earlier this week, reputed tipster Evan Blass shared the press renders of the OPPO A11s smartphone. Now, he is back with a new leak to reveal all the major specs of the phone.

OPPO A11s specifications and features

The OPPO A11s has a 6.5-inch LCD panel with a hole-punch design. The screen offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 269ppi pixel density, and a 90Hz refresh rate.

The A11s has a front camera of 8-megapixel for selfies and video calls. The rectangle-shaped camera module available on the rear shell features a 13-megapixel primary camera. It is coupled with a pair of 2-megapixel sensors, which could be a depth sensor and a macro shooter.

The Snapdragon 460 chipset will be present under the hood of the OPPO A11s. It is expected to arrive in three options such as a 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage.

The ColorOS 7.2 UI-based Android 10 will come preinstalled o the device. It will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery. The leaked renders of the device have revealed that it will be sporting a rear-facing fingerprint scanner. It is expected to arrive in two colors such as black and white.

The Chinese text on the leaked renders of the A11s indicates that it could be releasing soon in China. It is unclear which other markets will be receiving the smartphone. At present, there is no information available on the pricing of the device. Apart from revealing the specs of the A11s, Blass also claimed OPPO will be soon launching two phones such as OPPO K9 Pro and Find X3 Pro Lensman edition.

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Amazon enters the TV market with the Fire TV Omni Series and Fire TV 4-series

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 10, 2021

It appears Amazon is not done taking over our homes seeing as the e-commerce giant has announced its own TV lines dubbed the Fire TV Omni Series and Fire TV 4-series. With these new products, Amazon is challenging established TV brands such as Samsung, Sony, LG, TCL, and Hisense. Let’s not forget brands like Xiaomi, realme, and OnePlus.

Fire TV Omni Series

The Fire TV Omni Series will be available starting on October 27, and when it launches, buyers will be able to pick it up in 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, and 75” sizes, all of which have a 4K resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Digital. The more premium 65” and 75” models also have Dolby Vision.

The designs of the TVs are a bit different but they are not unlike what we have seen from other brands. Amazon has adopted the same design for the 65” and 75” models with bezels that measure just 1.1mm in size while the other smaller models have a less-premium appearance.

The Omni Series have hands-free Alexa support, so you don’t need the remote to watch your favorite content. All you have to do is call on Alexa to play your favorite show or movie, or control that smart appliance, thanks to the built-in microphones. If you are concerned about privacy, Amazon has added a switch that electronically disconnects the microphones. The Omni series also supports two-way video calling with Alexa Communications but you will have to purchase separately a compatible webcam.

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All of the Fire TV Omni Series TVs have Bluetooth 5.0, 3 HDMI 2.0 ports, 1 HDMI eARC 2.1 port, 1 USB port, an ethernet port, cable/antenna port, optical port, IR emitter, and an audio jack. They also have two 8W speakers. Amazon will ship the TVs with an Alexa Voice Remote and an IR emitter.

Below are the prices for the different sizes:

43” = $409.99
50” = $509.99
55” = $559.99
65” = $829.99
75” = $1099.99

Fire TV 4-series

The Fire TV 4-series are Amazon’s more affordable line of TVs and they are available in 43”, 50”, and 55” sizes. All three have 4K LED screens with HDR 10 and HLG. They also have the same port selections as the Fire TV Omni Series and the same dual 8W speakers. So what’s different?

There is no hands-free Alexa, which means you are stuck with the Alexa Voice Remote or the Fire TV app. There is also no support for two-way video calling with Alexa Communications.

The Fire TV 4-series will also be available starting on October 27. The 43” model will sell for $369.99, the 50” model is $469.99, while the 55” model is $519.99. All of the TVs are available for pre-order now.

Amazon has not announced when and if the TVs will be available in other regions.

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Lenovo Smart Wireless Earbuds offering up to 25 hours of battery life announced

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 9, 2021

Lenovo has continued to expand its product lineup by making inroads into previously uncharted territory. The company recently held its 7th annual Tech World global technology event where it unveiled a slew of new products including the new Tab P12 Pro and Tab P11 5G Android tablets. The Chinese tech giant also launched a new wireless headset, the Lenovo Smart Wireless Earbuds.

The Lenovo Smart Wireless Earbuds will be a decent addition to PCs and smartphones and it packs up to 25 hours of battery life, in addition to it being well-priced among its competitors. It is noted that Lenovo is debuting in the smart wireless headset segment of the accessories market and it hopes to make a strong impression with its pioneer Smart Wireless Earbuds. The earbuds support Bluetooth 5.0 and can sync seamlessly with Windows and Android devices.

The new wireless headsets feature active noise cancellation (ANC) for an immersive audio experience. The ANC feature however poses a huge drain on the device battery, as the device can only offer less than 5 hours when ANC is operational. The charging case offers up to 25 hours of audio activity on a full charge, while the headset offers USB-C charging, as well as Qi wireless charging. The water resistance credentials of the new wireless headset is assured with its IPX4 rating.

The Lenovo Smart Wireless Earbuds will go on sale in the US shortly and will retail for $99, although we are not certain whether the $100 price tag also applies to the global version.

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BMW i Vision AMBY & Motorrad Vision AMBY e-bikes offer up to 600km range

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 9, 2021

Automaker BMW is introducing some concept e-bikes that incorporate geofencing technology which enables them to ride within speed limits of city roads, while the full power of the e-bike is released on inter-city highways. These designs are concepts that may become a reality in the future, although they are not far from reality, as some of the principles are already being used with electric cars in Europe and other regions.

BMW gave us a sneak peek of two of its concept e-bikes – i Vision AMBY and Motorrad Vision AMBY. The BMW i Vision is a pedal-assisted e-bike that has a 2,000Wh battery with a driving range of 300km. The Motorrad Vision will have a throttle and footrest, just like a traditional motorbike. The two concept e-bikes will have three levels of speeds that will be adjusted for different types of roads. The first speed limit is 25kmph for bike paths, while the next is 45kmph for city roads. The e-bike concepts could achieve top speeds of 60kmph on multi-lane roads outside the city limits.

The three-speed modes offer lots of opportunities for e-bikes if they eventually become a reality. It means that users can operate their bikes on restricted roads thanks to the geofencing solution which ensures that the e-bike does not exceed the speed limit when in the city. The geofencing solution also means that such bikes would not fall outside the regulated S-pedelecs allowed to ply city roads due to their speed rating.

While it could be argued that these very fast e-bikes without geofencing if allowed into city roads, pose some threats due to drivers preferring not to abide by the speed limits. Geofencing however enforces the speed limit, thus enhancing overall safety on the road for all users. Geofencing is getting more applications especially across Europe where some cities like Amsterdam have already designated low emission zones for vehicles.

An added safety feature in the e-bike concepts is the proximity radar that will alert the rider using visual and audio prompts when a vehicle was approaching the e-bike from the rear. The concept e-bike models provide a basis for further consideration of devices that could be unveiled in no distant time.

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Realme Pad vs Xiaomi Mi Pad 5: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Sep 9, 2021

Unlike what the first rumors suggested, Realme decided to debut in the tablet market by launching an affordable model instead of a flagship. This is the reason why it can not compete with the latest Xiaomi tablets: the Mi Pad 5 and the Mi Pad 5 Pro. It has inferior specifications, but on the other hand, it belongs to another price range which is much more interesting. A lot of people are wondering if getting a Realme Pad is enough for their needs or opting for an advanced device like the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 may represent a more valid option. That is why we decided to compare the specifications of the Realme Pad and the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5.

Realme Pad vs Xiaomi Mi Pad 5

	Realme Pad	Xiaomi Mi Pad 5
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	246.1 x 155.9 x 6.9 mm, 440 grams	254.7 x 166.3 x 6.9 mm, 511 g
DISPLAY	10.4 inches, 1200 x 2000p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	11 inches, 1600 x 2560p (Quad HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	MediaTek Helio G80, octa-core 2 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 860, octa-core 2.96 GHz
MEMORY	3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 11	Android 11, MIUI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Single 8 MP 8 MP front camera	Single 13 MP f/2.0 8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	7100 mAh, fast charging 18W	8720 mAh, fast charging 33W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Optional LTE	Pen support, keyboard support

Design

The Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 has a more attractive design because it comes with a higher screen-to-body ratio. The display covers a bigger part of the front panel, while the Realme Pad has thicker bezels. On the other hand, the Realme Pad is more compact, that is the reason why it may be more interesting for those who want to use it in mobility. The thickness is practically the same: 6.9 mm, while the Realme Pad is lighter with a weight of 440 grams. Both the tablets are built with an aluminum back and an aluminum frame, but the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 offers additional features making it more similar to a PC. You can attach a keyboard to the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 and it even supports a stylus for handwriting and drawing, while you do not get these features with the Realme Pad.

Display

Both Realme Pad and Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 are equipped with an IPS display, but the IPS panel of the Xiaomi tablet is superior to the Realme Pad. Besides having a wider diagonal (11 inches vs 10.4 inches), it is able to show one billion colors and it supports a 120 Hz refresh rate. And that is not all: there are also the HDR10 certification and Dolby Vision support to improve the image quality. Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 has an IPS panel, but the image quality is closer to an OLED display. Even the resolution is higher (2K vs Full HD). As already mentioned, the display of the Mi Pad 5 supports a stylus, thanks to an active digitizer. The Realme Pad has four stereo speakers and a 3.5 mm audio jack, while you get just four stereo speakers with the Mi Pad 5.

Specs & Software

If you need the max performance because you want to use the tablet with heavy apps or for gaming, you must go for the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5. It is powered by the Snapdragon 860 mobile platform which belongs to the high-end segment as it is close to the Snapdragon 865 in terms of CPU and GPU performance. The chipset is paired with 6 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Realme Pad is pretty disappointing for power users because it has a low-end Helio G80 chipset, but it is still a good chipset for the average user, paired with up to 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Realme Pad also comes with a special version of Realme UI called Realme UI for Pad and is optimized for tablets, while Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 has the classic MIUI you can also find on Xiaomi phones. Note that Realme Pad has a 4G variant, while Mi Pad 5 only comes with WiFi.

Camera

With the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5, you get an entry-level camera, but it is a superior camera to the Realme Pad: we are talking about a 13 MP rear sensor that is able to record 4K videos. The Realme Pad has an 8 MP rear camera that records videos in 1080p resolution at 30 fps.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 & Mi Pad 5 Pro Official: 11″, 120Hz refresh rate, 5G, MIUI for Pad & more!

Battery

The Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 is bigger, so you should have already expected a bigger battery. The tablet has an 8720 mAh battery with 33W fast charging, while Realme Pad has just 7100 mAh and 18W fast charging, but it still provides a good battery life.

Price

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 carries a €260/$307 starting price in China, while Realme Pad costs just €160/$189 in its base variant. The Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 wins the comparison, but if you are not a power user and you do not mind about its pros, Realme Pad may be enough for you. Which one would you pick?

Realme Pad vs Xiaomi Mi Pad 5: PRO and CONS

Realme Pad

PRO

More affordable
More compact
Optional LTE
UI optimized for tablets

CONS

Inferior hardware

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5

PRO

Bigger battery
Better hardware
Superior display
Better camera
Keyboard and stylus support

CONS

No cellular connectivity

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Realme GT Neo2 appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 870 SoC

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Pranav Sawant

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Sep 9, 2021

Realme is expected to refresh its GT lineup of smartphones as a new Realme phone with model number RMX3370 has emerged on the Geekbench portal. It is believed to be the upcoming Realme GT Neo2 and it has impressive scores.

According to the Geekbench listing, the Realme GT Neo 2 scored 4678 single-core points and 12690 multi-core points on the Geekbench 4. Notably, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. For those who are aware, the predecessor GT Neo had the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC.

The smartphone has 12GB of RAM, which we believe will be the maxed-out model of the smartphone. We can expect the phone to also come in an 8GB RAM option with 128GB or 256GB of onboard storage. It runs on Android 11 out of the box and is expected to run on Realme UI on top of it.

Other than this, the Realme GT Neo2 passed China’s 3C certification recently. As per the certification, it will support a 65W fast charging technology. In addition, it is tipped to house a 5,000mAh battery.

Rumors have it that the phone may come with a 6.62-inch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to flaunt a triple camera system with a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP sensor either a macro or a depth-sensing unit.

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Vivo X70t and Vivo X70t Pro will come with Exynos 1080 and Dimensity 1200-vivo respectively

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 9, 2021

While the Vivo X70 series was the focus of today’s Vivo launch event, the manufacturer also released details about the Vivo X70t series, though a lot of folks may have missed it.

As seen in the images below, Vivo officially confirms the existence of the Vivo X70t and the Vivo X70t Pro. It also reveals that the X70t will be powered by the Exynos 1080 processor while the X70t Pro will have the Dimensity 1200-Vivo chipset. What Vivo has done is to swap the chipsets in the X70 and X70 Pro for their t-variants.

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For the rest of their specs, we do not think they will be any different from those of the non t-variants considering the chipsets is the only major difference between the Vivo X60 and Vivo X60t. If there will be any other differences, they will most likely be storage and color options.

The Vivo X70 and Vivo X70 Pro have 6.56-inch displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. However, while the X70’s screen is flat, the X70 Pro has a curved display. There are three cameras on the standard model – a custom 48MP Sony IMX766V gimbal main camera, a 12MP ultrawide angle camera, and a 12MP portrait camera.

The Pro has the same Sony IMX766V camera but ups the resolution to 50MP, its 12MP ultrawide camera is also superior, and alongside the 12MP portrait camera, it has an 8MP periscope camera with 5x optical zoom. Both phones have 32MP front-facing cameras but only the Vivo X70 Pro has Vivo’s custom V1 chip.

Other features of the Vivo X70 are a 4400mAh battery, 44W fast charging, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and dual SIM support while the Vivo X70 Pro has a 4450mAh battery that also has 44W fast charging support alongside the other mentioned features. Both phones run Android 11 with OriginOS on top.

We expect the Vivo X70t and Vivo X70t Pro will launch a few months after the X70 and X70 Pro

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iQOO 8’s New Photochromic Orange color changes from White to Orange in Bright Sunlight

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Pranav Sawant

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Sep 9, 2021

Last month, iQOO unveiled the iQOO 8 series in the Chinese market with flagship specs like Snapdragon 888+ SoC, 120Hz refresh rate, and 120W fast charging support. At the time of launch, the phone was available in limited color options like Racing, Flame, and Legend. Now, iQOO has introduced a new color variant called Photochromic Orange(a.k.a Combustion color).

The main highlight of the new iQOO 8 Photochromic Orange is that it changes color in direct sunlight. The smartphone has a light White finish but when turned towards sunlight, the color of the back panel changes to Orange.

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The Photochromic Orange color is priced at CNY 4,199(~$650) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. It is already up for sale in China.

The iQOO 8 comes with a 6.56-inch display with a Full-HD+ resolution. It is a punch-hole panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and a DCI-P3 color gamut. The smartphone has a 16MP front camera for selfies and has a triple camera setup at the rear. It has a 48MP Sony IMX598 primary lens, a 13MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 13MP portrait lens.

It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ SoC paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It houses a 4,350mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging technology. It boasts VC Liquid Cooling technology and has a stereo speaker setup.

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Colors and storage options for the iPhone 13 series revealed by Ukranian website

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 9, 2021

The iPhone 13 series launch is just a few days away but the leaks are still pouring in. The latest one is an early listing and it contains details about the colors and storage variants the phones will be available in.

First reported by 91Mobiles, this listing by an unnamed Ukrainian website reveals the colors and storage variants of the iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

The iPhone 13 Mini will be available in two storage options – 128GB and 256GB – and Apple will launch it in six colors just like it did for the iPhone 12 Mini. Alongside Product (RED), the phone will also come in Black, Blue, Purple, Pink, and White. The iPhone 13 will be available in the same colors and storage options as the Mini model. It is interesting to see that Apple is killing the 64GB model this year.

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For the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro Max, the website listing states that they will be available in Black, Silver, Gold, and Bronze. The pro will be available in 128GB and 256GB storage options while the Pro Max will be available in 256GB and 512GB configurations. Surprisingly, there is no mention of the rumored 1TB version. However, since there is no confirmation that the info above is correct, we advise it should be taken with a pinch of salt.

The new iPhone 13 series will come with a more powerful processor, the A15. It has also been reported that the notches will be smaller before they are replaced with a punch hole in next year’s iPhone 14 Pro Max. The phones are also expected to come with bigger batteries and support for faster charging. However, just like the iPhone 12 series, these too won’t come with chargers included in the box.

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Oukitel K9 Pro with a massive 6.95-inch display launched on Aliexpress

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Pranav Sawant

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Sep 9, 2021

Chinese phone maker Oukitel has launched a new smartphone dubbed Oukitel K9 Pro on Aliexpress. The phone’s major highlight is a massive 6.95-inch display, quad cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The Oukitel K9 Pro is currently listed on Oukitel’s global page, but unfortunately, it doesn’t reveal its pricing. It will go on sale on AliExpress in the Gradient Grey color variant.

Oukitel K9 Pro Specifications

The Oukitel K9 Pro comes with a large 6.95-inch punch-hole display with an HD+ resolution. It has an exact resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels and sports a 20.5:9 aspect ratio. Although it has the modern aspect ratio, it still possesses a thicker bottom chin.

It has a triple camera system at the rear with a 13MP primary lens, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro sensor, and lastly an AI depth sensor. Upfront, it has an 8MP selfie camera. The rear camera is capped to record 1080p videos at up to 30fps.

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At the helm, it is powered by the MediaTek Helio A25 chipset that comes with PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It is paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. The storage is expandable up to 256GB via the microSD card slot.

The dual-SIM phone supports 4G LTE connectivity and packs a 5,000mAh battery. It has a USB Type-C port at the bottom for charging and also supports On The Go transfer and NFC. It boots on Android 11 out of the box and has Oukitel’s custom skin on the top.

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Oppo Reno6 5G, Reno6 Pro 5G, Reno6 4G launched in Europe with Bundle offers

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Pranav Sawant

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Sep 9, 2021

Earlier this month, we reported that Oppo will launch the Reno6 smartphones in the European markets in the coming days. Today, Oppo has launched the Oppo Reno6 series in Europe comprising of three smartphones – the Oppo Reno6 5G, Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G, and Oppo Reno6 4G.

Oppo Reno6 Series Pricing and Colors

All three phones bring impressive specs with a streamlined design. The Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G is priced at EUR 799(~$947) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. It comes with a bundle that includes the Oppo Band Style, Oppo Enco X TWS earbuds, and a protective case. It is available in Arctic Blue and Lunar Grey colors.

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On the other hand, the Oppo Reno6 5G is priced at EUR 499(~$590) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. It also comes with a bundle offer that includes the Oppo Enco Free 2 TWS earbuds and a Radiant Lightning case. It is available in Arctic Blue and Stellar Black colors.

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The details for the Reno6 4G are still under wraps but it is currently in the ‘coming soon’ status meaning that we should learn more details soon.

Oppo Reno6 5G and Reno6 Pro 5G Specifications

Moving to the specs, the Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G is nothing but the Reno Pro+ 5G(Chinese edition). It comes with a 6.55-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The Reno6 5G, on the other hand, has a smaller 6.43-inch panel with the same 90Hz refresh rate. Both the phones have a punch-hole screen with thin bezels.

The Reno6 Pro 5G has a triple rear camera system with a 50MP main lens, a 13MP telephoto camera, and lastly a 16MP ultra-wide lens. The Reno6 5G has a 64MP triple camera system at the rear.

Under the hood, the Pro 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC, whereas, the Reno6 5G has the Dimensity 900 SoC onboard. The Pro 5G packs a 4,500mAh battery and the vanilla model houses a smaller 4,300mAh battery. The duo supports a 65W fast charging support.

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Facebook and Ray-Ban’s smart glasses dubbed Ray-Ban Stories launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Sep 9, 2021

Facebook and Ray-Ban’s smart glasses are finally official and it is called Ray-Ban Stories. However, there are not so many stories to tell about the glasses as they don’t feature the much-touted Augmented Reality (AR) capability. Instead, you get stylish, prescription-compliant glasses that cram a dual-lens video camera.

The glasses, called the Ray-Ban Stories bear little relationship to the well-known Facebook branding other than the packaging. There seem to be no other branding of Facebook on the product apart from the box.

The new products have been hyped previously as a great addition to the growing product lineup of Facebook, combining Facebook’s design philosophy with Ray-Ban’s excellent production record to produce devices with greater functionality and features. As was stated by Facebook CEO previously, the new smart glasses may be an intermediate offering as we inch towards full augmented reality in the nearest future. There will be more advanced models that are already in the pipeline with greater AR credentials and functionality.

The Ray-ban Stories will come in three options: Wayfarer, Meteor, and Round. Buyers also have the option of choosing the type of lenses they want with options ranging from sunglasses, clear lenses to prescription lenses. They are all equipped with a dual 5MP camera setup that can capture up to 500 photos and over thirty 30-second video clips. The battery charges via a USB-C port and will fully charge in an hour. A full charge can last for up to 6 hours.

The product carries a price tag of $299 and will go on sale from today via Ray-Ban stores and on Ray-Ban’s website. The glasses will also be available at Luxottica Retail locations including Sunglass Hut and Lens Crafters from September 14.

At the launch, Andrew Bosworth, vice president of Facebook Reality Labs in a statement explained that “Ray-Ban Stories is designed to help people live in the moment and stay connected to the people they are with and the people they wish they were with.”

Global availability details are also expected to be released in due course. We expect a decent reception for the long-awaited Facebook and Ray-Ban’s smart glasses.

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