Redmi Buds 3 to be available in China through crowdfunding from September 8

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Sep 6, 2021

Xiaomi has already confirmed that the company’s latest budget true wireless earphones under the Redmi brand, dubbed Redmi Buds 3, will be officially launched on 6th September. Now, the company has revealed its availability and pricing details.

The Redmi Buds 3 will be available through a crowdfunding campaign in China from 8th September. Although the true wireless earphones are priced at 199 yuan, they will be available for 159 yuan during the crowdfunding campaign.

In terms of design, the upcoming earphones from the Chinese company will have a semi in-ear design, which should make them comfortable to wear. Xiaomi says that the earbuds will offer stable connectivity and excellent sound quality.

The company will also be adding support for noise cancellation but it’s unlikely to be an Active Noise Cancellation feature. Further, there will be support for Fast Connection where a connectivity pop-up appears on the smartphone screen when the charging box or carrying case of the earphone opens.

The Redmi Buds 3 will also come with a low latency mode but details about that has not been revealed yet. It is claimed to offer a long battery life but the battery capacity is not yet known. To know more about the features and specifications of this upcoming true wireless earphones from Redmi, we will have to wait for the official launch tomorrow.

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Realme GT Neo2 officially confirmed, September launch expected

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 6, 2021

The leaked renders of the Realme GT Neo2 appeared last month. Today, the company released an official confirmation that it will be soon launching the GT Neo2. Hence, it appears that the smartphone may launch later this month.

Realme is yet to spill any information on the specs of the GT Neo2. A Realme phone with the RMX3370 model number was spotted in the database of China’s TENAA telecom authority last month. The images and specs of the phone suggest that it will be debuting in the Chinese market as the Realme GT Neo2.

Realme GT Neo2 specifications (Rumored)

The TENAA listing of the RMX3370 revealed that it measures 162.9 x 75.8 x 8.6mm and weighs 199.8 grams. The device houses a 6.62-inch AMOLED screen with a punch-hole design. It offers an FHD+ resolution, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. It is expected to offer a high refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

Realme GT Neo2 renders | Source: Digit x OnLeaks

The 3.18GHz octa-core processor, which fuels the RMX3370 phone could be the Snapdragon 870 chip. It is expected to arrive with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage. The device will run on Android 11 and Realme UI 2.0.

A 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit is available on the backside of the smartphone. It has a front camera of 16-megapixel. It is backed by a 4,500mAh battery, which reportedly supports 65W fast charging. Rumors have it that this device may debut with the Realme GT Neo Gaming moniker in global markets.

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Google Camera Go 2.5 MOD brings support for more Android smartphones

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Sep 6, 2021

Google Camera Go, the trimmed-down version of the Pixel smartphone’s Google Camera application was launched by the technology giant in March last year. Over time, the company kept adding more and more features and capabilities.

Now, the latest version of the Google Camera Go 2.5 has a new MOD version by “Greatness” that brings support for several more devices. It comes with added features like Portrait Mode and Night Mode, among others.

There are now basically three versions of the Google Camera application available — the normal Google Camera, the lighter version as Google Camera Go, and the new MOD version with support for auxiliary cameras.

The company has also added Google image processing which has been well-received by the users of the Pixel smartphones. Although the Google Camera Go is a trimmed version of the app on the premium Pixel phones and the company is also adding features from its flagship phones, do not expect the performance to be on par with that.

The latest Google Camera Go 2.5 MOD should be available for almost every Android smartphone running version 8 or above but there’s a possibility that it won’t work with some devices, especially those that are very old or outdated.

Google had said that the Camera Go application was built for Android Go smartphone users with a clean and simple interface so that it’s easier to use for first-time users. The app also tracks how much photo and video storage space is available and helps users clear up space to ensure that there’s ample space for storing new memories.

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BMW unveils CE 02 electric mini-bike concept focusing on urban youngsters

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Jeet

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Sep 6, 2021

BMW, the company known for its luxury cars, has lately been focusing on electric vehicles and has revealed several concepts over the past few years. In the latest move, the firm has unveiled a new concept — BMW CE 02 mini-bike.

The BMW CE 02, which is revealed just a week before the IAA Mobility Conference in the company’s home market Germany, is a two-wheeler that resembles the CE 04 concept bike which the company plans to start producing.

It has a minimalist look in silver and black colors with “technoid typography.” There’s a circular LED headlight as well as a small display sitting between the handlebars for displaying information like speed and battery status.

Interestingly, the company has opted to make it a simple digital display for necessary information, without the need to connect the bike to a smartphone or an application, which is frankly refreshing to hear at a time when everything is getting connected to the phone.

The product packs an 11kW belt-driven motor that can reach a top speed of 90kmph (approximately 55 miles per hour). While the company has not revealed the battery capacity, it has shared that a fully charged battery in CE 02 can provide a range of 90 kilometers. The whole package weighs 120 kilograms (approximately 265 pounds).

It appears that BMW is trying to position this product as a missing link between a scooter and a motorcycle, and is focusing on urban youngsters.

Although this is just a concept product from BMW, there’s a chance that it could actually go into production. If that happens, then there will be a few changes to its design as the company will need to add license plates, turn signals, reflectors, and fenders.

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Realme Pad design officially revealed

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 6, 2021

The Realme Pad will break cover as Realme’s first tablet on Sept. 9 in India. The landing page of the tablet went live on the Flipkart retailer site last week. The listing revealed that it will be a slim and lightweight device. The updated landing page now showcases the front and rear design of the tablet.

As can be seen in the above image, Realme has confirmed that the Realme Pad will be sporting a 10.4-inch display that offers a resolution of 2000 x 1200 pixels. With thick bezels around the screen, the tablet promises a screen-to-body ratio of 82.5 percent. While past reports have claimed that the Realme Pad has an AMOLED display, the Flipkart listing does not mention it specifically.

The rear view of the tablet reveals that the Realme Pad will be sporting a single camera. It will be an ultra-thin device measuring only 6.9mm in thickness. Past reports have revealed that apart from Gold, the tablet will also arrive in Gray.

Realme Pad specifications (Rumored)

The Realme Pad will feature a 10.4-inch screen and it will be fueled by the Helio G80 chipset. It will offer 4 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64 GB of eMMC 5.1 storage. It will be backed by a 7,100mAh battery.

For photography, it will feature an 8-megapixel fixed focus front camera and autofocus enabled 8-megapixel rear camera. It will offer other features such as quad speakers, DTS HD, Hi Res-Audio support, Wi-Fi, and LTE. The Chinese manufacturer is expected to announce multiple variants of the Realme Pad.

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Realme 8i pricing and variants leaked for Europe

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 6, 2021

Realme will be announcing the Realme 8s 5G and Realme 8i at 12:30 PM (local time) on Sept. 9 in India. It appears that the company may announce these phones in Europe too. Well ahead of the announcement, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has shared the pricing of the two variants of the Realme 8i for the European markets.

According to the tipster, the Realme 8i will be arriving in options like 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage in Europe. Both models are said to be priced at €199 (~Rs 17,260) and €219 (~Rs 19,000), respectively. It is likely to release in two colors such as Stellar Black and Stellar Purple in Europe.

Realme 8i specifications

Recent reports have revealed that the Realme 8i will be featuring a 120Hz refresh rate supporting display. It will come equipped with the Helio G96 chipset, which was announced last month by MediaTek. The device is expected to offer up to 10 GB of extended RAM.

For selfies, it will feature a front camera of 16-megapixel. The rear camera setup of the device will comprise a 50-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth helper

The Realme 8i may house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. For security, it will feature a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Sept. 9 launch event will also see the arrival of Realme Pad as the company’s first tablet. The company is also expected to announce some other products such as Realme Pocket Speaker and Cobble Speaker through the same launch event.

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Xiaomi 11T Pro officially teased with 120W HyperCharge support

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 6, 2021

Xiaomi will be holding a global launch event on Sept. 15. The company is expected to announce multiple products through the event. A promo video that confirms the Xiaomi 11T Pro is now doing rounds on social platforms. Hence, it appears that the company is very likely to announce the 11T and 11T Pro smartphones through the upcoming unveiling event.

A recent report claimed that the Mi Pad 5 series and the 11T lineup will be made official on Sept. 15. While there is no official confirmation yet on the Mi Pad 5 series, the below-shown promo video clearly confirms the coming of the Xiaomi 11T Pro. It appears that the 11T lineup will carry support for 120W HyperCharge fast charging.

We could not find the promo video in any of the official social handles of Xiaomi. Probably, the company may have removed after it making it live for some time.

Xiaomi 11T and Mi 11T Pro specifications (Rumored)

Reports have revealed that the Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro smartphones with feature an OLED panel that supports FHD+ resolution and a 120W refresh rate. Both devices may feature the Dimensity 1200 chipset. However, some contradictory reports claim that the Pro variant may feature the Snapdragon 888 SoC.

The 11T is expected to feature a 64-megapixel triple camera unit. On the other side, the 11T Pro model may house a 108-megapixel triple camera system. Both smartphones are rumored to arrive in configurations such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage.

The 11T duo may house a 5,000mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging. Both handsets are rumored to sport an identical design and are likely to be available in three colors such as Celestial Blue, Meteorite Gray, and Moonlight White.

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Oscal C20 debuts with 6.08-inch display, 3380 battery and Android 11 for $49.99

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Simranpal Singh

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Sep 5, 2021

OSCAL the new entrant in the smartphone business has launched its first mainstream smartphone called OSCAL C20. Priced at less than $60, the OSCAL 20 is a fancy device offering decent performance, especially targeted at the youth.

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As per OSCAL, the company is committed to bringing the latest technology to everyone by launching competitively priced products and focuses on performance, design, quality, and service. The recently launched OSCAL Tablet with budget-friendly pricing has been doing decent in the market, and with the OSCAL C20 3G, the company is slowly stepping into the smartphone industry.

OSCAL C20 Specifications

The OSCAL C20 takes inspiration from iPhones and features a minimalist back panel crafted with a sophisticated matte finish delivering a premium feel. It comes in 4 catchy colours marketed as Airy Blue, Apple Green, Lavender Purple, and Midnight Black. Coming to the dimensions, it’s 155.4mm long and 73.3mm wide. In layman’s terms, the C20 is moderately sized being 9.75mm thick and weighs at just 152g. The unibody design with curved edges ensures a better experience while in hand.

Boasting a 6.088-inch waterdrop in-cell display, it offers a full-screen design with up to 85% screen-to-body ratio. So, the viewing experience is guaranteed to be much better than its rivals. The panel is of HD quality and you can view online videos with 720p Quality Settings.

Keeping the lights on is a 3380mAh large battery, so you should get an All-Day battery life with light to moderate usage. As per the internal testings, the phone is able to support up to 4hrs of gaming, 8hrs of web browsing, 5hrs of continuous video streaming, 24hrs of music playing, and 16 days of standby time. That’s more than what a normal human would do in a day.

At its heart, beats the decent Unisoc SC7731E quad-core processor offering improvements of performance by 20% and reduced energy consumption by 30%. With the SoC, the usual apps should load fast, and streaming content or movies should be flawless. Moreover, 32GB of ROM and 128GB expandable storage make sure you never run out of space.

The Latest Android 11 GO OS

Google introduced the GO platform a couple of generations ago. The latest GO Edition of OS – Android 11 Go OS is pre-installed in the C20. With the built-in App Freezer, you can one click to stop background running of rogue apps to consume less running memory and boost operation fluidity and efficiency. Furthermore, the UI is optimized with exquisite app icons and wallpapers for better viewing.

Now coming to the cameras. The OSCAL C20 packs a total of 5MP rear cameras out of the box. Don’t expect flagship-level performances but we reckon the C20 will meet your normal photography needs unless you are a pro. The camera modes include; Panorama, Time-lapse, and professional mode. While on the front, a 2MP selfies shooter will let you capture decent selfies, do video callings, and face unlock.

Price & Availability

OSCAL is tunning an Early Bird Offer by which you can get the OSCAL C20 at an Early Bird Price of $49.99 (original $99.99). The offer will be valid from September 2nd to September 15th PT. So make sure you utilize the opportunity.

Interestingly, OSCAL has a plan to launch OSCAL C20 Pro, a 4G version featuring the same attractive appearance as C20, higher-end specifications, and a competitive price, during the world premiere at the end of September. We’ll let you know once the OSCAL C20 Pro is available. So, till then stay tuned.

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MIUI gets a dedicated R&D bugs status page

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 5, 2021

To further improve the MIUI experience for users, Xiaomi has announced a dedicated page that shows reported bugs and their status.

The page, which is now live, shows all of the reported bugs as of the 3rd of September, their repair status, and which version of MIUI has the fix. There are 38 reported bugs already published on the page, 10 of which are from the Android 12 developer preview program.

The bugs page can be seen on the front page of the Xiaomi Community website (for China) while more details of the bugs are available to view under the development groups.

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Red Magic Watch Vitality Edition is coming with a smaller screen and cheaper price tag

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 5, 2021

Red Magic announced its first smartwatch earlier this year when it launched the Red Magic 6 smartphones. Now, it has been disclosed that it will launch another one when it unveils the Red Magic 6S Pro. The new smartwatch will arrive as the Red Magic Watch Vitality Edition (or Lite/Youth) and it will be smaller and cheaper than the Red Magic Watch.

An official poster confirming the arrival of the smartwatch shows it will be available in two colors – black and silver – with matching silicone straps. It will have a metal case and two buttons.

The manufacturer has made some changes to the design such as going for a smaller 1.19-inch screen compared to the 1.39-inch screen of the Red Magic Watch. Thankfully, the screen is still AMOLED and there is support for AOD.

The Red Magic Watch Vitality Edition is also lighter at 23 grams as compared to its sibling which weighs 30 grams. Red Magic says the smartwatch will also have support for multiple sports modes and be able to measure multiple health metrics.

While Red Magic is keeping mute about the price, the Chinese Weibo account, WHYLAB, has revealed that the smartwatch is expected to have a launch price of ¥499 (~$77). For comparison, the Red Magic Watch launched in March for ¥999 (~$93).

The new smartwatch will be announced alongside the Red Magic 6S Pro whose launch is scheduled for tomorrow at 3 PM (China Time).

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Here is the Vivo V1 chip next to the Snapdragon 888

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 5, 2021

The Vivo V1 is Vivo’s first self-developed processor, and it has been confirmed that it will make its debut in the upcoming Vivo X70 series set to launch this week. If you are wondering how big the chipset is, images of it alongside the Snapdragon 888 have surfaced on the web.

The photos which were posted on Weibo by the known Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, show the V1 image signal processing chip alongside the 5nm Qualcomm SM8350 a.k.a. Snapdragon 888 processor. As we can see, the Vivo V1 is pretty small when compared to the Qualcomm chipset.

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Vivo says the V1 chip will improve the photography experience of the phone(s) it will come with. There are speculations that only the Vivo X70 Pro+ will feature the custom ISP but until there is an official confirmation, it’s best to take it with a pinch of salt.

The Vivo X70 series will launch with a variety of chipsets. The standard model will be available in Exynos 1080 and Dimensity 1200 variants, the X70 Pro will have the Exynos 1080 under its hood, and the X70 Pro+ will ship with the Snapdragon 888+ processor.

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Nubia RedMagic 6S Pro Rumour Roundup – Specs, Price, Colors and More – What to Expect!

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Abhinav

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Sep 5, 2021

The Nubia RedMagic 6S Pro is on edge, and the upcoming gaming phone is all set to release on September 6 with top-notch specifications and features. The new gaming phone would be a successor to this year’s Nubia RedMagic 6 Pro. Today, we will be rounding up every detail we’ve learned so far about the upcoming Nubia RedMagic 6S Pro.

Nubia RedMagic 6S Pro Rumour Roundup: What to Expect?

Design and Display

The Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro would follow RedMagic’s design language with a more gamer aesthetic design with RGB lighting. The upcoming gaming phone from Nubia would be coming in two designs – one with an opaque and glossy black back as seen in an unboxing video by Youtuber ZolloTech and another one with a transparent rear panel as teased by Nubia. We speculate that the transparent back would be exclusive to the higher-end storage variant or a special transparent edition like previous models. The RedMagic 6S Pro would come with an FHD+ 6.8-inch AMOLED panel with a refresh rate of 165Hz and a touch sampling rate of 720Hz. The display is said to offer a peak brightness of 700 nits. Moreover, the front also houses an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Cameras

The upcoming smartphone might bring a triple rear camera setup. The rear camera setup is expected to be led by a 64MP primary camera paired with an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP camera. The gaming phone would be capable of recording 4K 60fps or 8K 30fps footages, and it also supports HDR. On the front, the 6S Pro would be having an 8MP selfie camera housed inside the upper chin of the smartphone.

Hardware and Software

Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 888+ chipset would power the Nubia RedMagic 6S Pro gaming phone. Coming to memory configurations, the smartphone is expected to offer different memory options, including 8GB /12GB /16GB of RAM and 128GB /256GB /512GB of internal storage. Further, the smartphone is expected to come with a 5,050mAh supporting 120W air-cooled fast charging.

The upcoming Nubia branded gaming phone is also said to bring different heat dissipation measures onboard to ensure the longevity of the hardware. Nubia has teased a new ICE7.0 nine-layer multi-dimensional three-dimensional cooling system for the Red Magic 6S Pro. Apart from this, the smartphone would be coming with a built-in turbo cooling fan. Further, it will utilize phase-change thermal conductivity materials, graphene sheet, copper foil, VC soaking plate to ensure long-term gaming performance.

The Red Magic 6S Pro would be running Red Magic OS 4.5, which is said to optimize the gaming experience up by a notch. The Red Magic OS 4.5 will be built on top of Android 11, and it will bring several gaming features such as customizing touch sampling rate, refresh rate, turning the turbofan on and off, performance boost, and much more.

Pricing, Colors and Availability

There’s no word on the pricing or availability of Red Magic 6S Pro yet. However, the smartphone is believed to come in different storage configurations. The storage variants include “Cyborg 12GB RAM + 128GB Storage,” “Cyborg 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage,” and a “Ghost 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage.” The ‘Cyborg’ could be the branding for the black color, whereas ‘Ghost’ could be a codename for the transparent edition teased by Nubia. Nubia will also be announcing a Power Bank and Fly Wise G1 Controller alongside the new gaming phone.

The Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro will launch in China on September 6.

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Nubia Red Magic 6s Pro to come with Red Magic OS 4.5

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Abhinav

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Sep 5, 2021

The Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro is all set to be introduced, but the company hasn’t stopped teasing its features. In a Weibo post, the company announced that its upcoming gaming phone would be coming with the new Red Magic OS 4.5. The new Red Magic OS would be based on Android 11. The Red Magic OS 4.5 is also touted to come with an all-around assistant, which is said to improve the overall gaming experience on the upcoming Red Magic 6S Pro.

Red Magic 6s Pro Red Magic OS 4.5 — Source: Weibo

The Red Magic 6S Pro might have a translucent design and RGB lighting similar to Red Magic 6 Pro Transparent Edition. The upcoming gaming phone from Nubia would sport a 165Hz refresh rate AMOLED display. Further, the display might come with a touch sampling rate of 720Hz, a 100 per cent increase from the Red Magic 6.

The TENNA certification also passed the Red Magic 6S Pro, suggesting that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ chipset would power the smartphone. The chipset inside could be paired with 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of storage. A 4,500mAh battery would back up the smartphone with support for 120W charging. The gaming phone would come with a built-in turbo cooling fan built with other measures such as phase-change thermal conductivity materials, graphene sheet, copper foil, VC soaking plate to ensure long-term gaming performance. The smartphone is also touted to feature 500Hz AirTriggers. The upcoming Nubia gaming phone would also be coming with ICE7.0 nine-layer multi-dimensional three-dimensional cooling system.

Coming to the optics, the gaming phone is rumoured to feature a triple rear camera setup led by a 64MP sensor. Meanwhile, on the front, the smartphone would come with an 8MP sensor for selfies and video calls. The Red Magic 6S Pro would be bringing Power Bank and Fly Wise G1 Controller in the package. The upcoming Red Magic 6S Pro gaming phone is set to launch on September 6.

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OnePlus 10 series may not feature significant design improvements

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 5, 2021

OnePlus is expected to announce the OnePlus 9 RT flagship in the coming month in India and China. It is likely to be the last flagship phone from the brand this year. The OnePlus 10 could be the company’s next-generation flagship from the company. Fresh information reveals that the OnePlus 10 series may not offer a new design.

According to tipster Yogesh Brar, the OnePlus 10 series of smartphones will be arriving as a polished version of the OnePlus 9 series. While it may come with enhanced specs, its design could be similar to the OnePlus 9 series.

OnePlus announced the OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, and OnePlus 9R in March this year. There is a possibility that the OnePlus 10 lineup may go official in March next year. The rumor mill is expected to spill some information on its specs in the coming months.

The tipster further mentioned that the company is also working on new Nord branded smartphones. The company is also expected to unleash new accessories through its next launch event, which will be probably held in October.

Recent reports have revealed that the OnePlus 9 RT will offer specs like a 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870 chipset, up to 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast charging support. For photography, it may feature a front camera of 16-megapixel and a 50-megapixel (Sony IMX766) main camera on the back.

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Realme 8s 5G, Realme 8i full specifications, variants, color options emerge in a fresh leak

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 5, 2021

Realme will be announcing the Realme 8s 5G and Realme 8i smartphones on Sept. 9 in India. The company will also unleash other products like the Realme Pad, Realme Pocket Speaker, and Realme Cobble Speaker through the same unveiling event. A leaked image that lists of the specifications of the Realme 8s 5G and Realme 8i is now doing rounds on social platforms. Read on to know what to expect from both the upcoming mid-range phones.

Realme 8s 5G specifications (Rumored)

The Realme 8s 5G will feature a 90Hz refresh rate supporting display and it will be debuting as the world’s first Dimensity 810 SoC powered phone. It will come in two variants such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The device will carry support for up to 13 GB of extended RAM.

It will feature a front camera of 16-megapixel and a 64-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel rear camera system. The device will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The device will come in two colors like Universe Blue and Universe Purple.

Realme 8i specifications (Rumored)

The Realme 8i has a 120Hz display and it features an Helio G96 chipset. It is likely to arrive in two options such as 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The 8i will support up to 10 GB of virtual RAM.

For selfies, it has a 16-megapixel front camera. Its rear shell has a 50-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit. It also features a 5,000mAh battery and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The device supports 18W charging. It will come in Space Black and Space Purple color options.

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Infinix Zero X Pro to feature 108MP triple camera with OIS, periscope zoom lens, and more

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Sep 5, 2021

Last week, YouTuber Tech Arena24 revealed the display, RAM, and storage details of the upcoming Infinix Zero X Pro smartphone. Now, the YouTuber is back with a first look of the actual Zero X Pro handset. In addition, he also shared a few more information on its specifications.

Infinix Zero X Pro design

An image of Zero X Pro that was shared by Tech Arena24 last week revealed that its display will feature a tiny punch-hole at the top-center position. Shown below is a fresh image, which gives a good look at its rear design. It is mentioned in the image that it features Gorilla Glass protection for the back panel.

Infinix Zero X Pro live shot; Image Source: Youtube / Tech Arena24

A protruding triple-camera unit with a quad-LED flash can be seen at the top-left corner. The topmost camera which protrudes further is an OIS-assisted 108-megapixel camera. The triple-camera system also includes a square-shaped periscope zoom lensThe right edge of the device has a volume rocker and a power key.

Infinix Zero X Pro specifications (Rumored)

It was revealed last week that the Infinix Zero X Pro has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen is integrated with a fingerprint scanner. The Helio G96 chip, which was announced last month will be powering the Zero X. It offers 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage.

The rear camera setup has a 108-megapixel main camera with OIS, an ultrawide snapper, and a periscope telephoto lens that offers up to 60x digital zoom. For selfies, it features a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. The device will come preinstalled with Android 11 OS, which will tag along with Infinix voice assistant.

A 5,000mAh battery is present under the hood of the Zero X Pro. It can be powered up using a 40W fast charger in less than 50 minutes. The handset is expected to release in Asian and African markets in the next few weeks.

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Realme X7, Realme X7 Pro 5G gets up to ₹3,000(~$41) price cut in India

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Pranav Sawant

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Sep 4, 2021

Flipkart is currently running its Carnival sale on its e-commerce portal. The sale has some major discounts and deals on smartphones and other gadgets. Realme’s premium X7 and X7 Pro 5G are also a part of this sale and the phones have received a limited period price cut in the country.

According to news, the Realme X7 and X7 Pro have received up to ₹3,000(~$41) price cut on Flipkart. The Realme X7 5G usually retails for ₹ 21,999(~$302) but in the sale, it is available for as low as ₹19,999(~$274). On the other hand, the Pro model which starts at ₹29,999(~$411) is now on sale for an affordable price of ₹26,999(~$370). These phones will be available in all of their colors like the Nebula, Space Silver, Fantasy, and Mystic Black.

The Realme X7 comes with a 6.4-inch SuperAMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate. The X7 Pro, on the other hand, features a 6.55-inch SuperAMOLED display with a higher 120Hz refresh rate. The duo has the protection of Corning Gorilla Glass. The Pro has a 64MP rear camera setup, whereas, the vanilla model has a 64MP triple rear camera system.

Under the hood, the X7 has the Dimensity 800U SoC and the X7 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 1000+ chipset. The vanilla model features a 50W fast charging support, whereas, the Pro has 65W fast charging technology. The series boots on Android 11 out of the box with Realme’s custom UI on top of it.

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Tecno Camon 17 Pro vs Realme 8 vs POCO M3 Pro: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Sep 4, 2021

Transsion is a brand present in a few regions only, but it makes amazing phones. One of them is the Tecno Camon 17 Pro, one of the best and most original phones in its price range. Is Tecno able to compete with other mainstream smartphone manufacturers? We think yes if we talk about budget phones like the Camon 17 Pro. And in order to demonstrate it, we decided to publish a specs comparison between two best-buys of the actual market. When it comes to budget phones, Realme and POCO are kings. That is why we chose the Realme 8 and the POCO M3 Pro 5G for this comparison.

Tecno Camon 17 Pro vs Realme 8 vs Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G

	Tecno Camon 17 Pro	Realme 8	Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	168.9 x 77 x 9 mm, 201 grams	160.6 x 73.9 x 8 mm, 177 grams	161.8 x 75.3 x 8.9 mm, 190 grams
DISPLAY	6.8 inches, 1080 x 2460p (Full HD+), IPS LCD	6.4 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), IPS LCD
PROCESSOR	Mediatek Helio G95, octa-core 2.05 GHz	Mediatek Helio G95, octa-core 2.05 GHz	Mediatek Dimensity 700, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot	4 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, HiOS	Android 11, Realme UI	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 5.1, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS
CAMERA	Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.3 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 48 MP f/2.2 front camera	Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.3 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 16 MP f/2.5 front camera	Triple 48 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, fast charging 25W / 33W	5000 mAh, fast charging 30W	5000 mAh, fast charging 18W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot	Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

My favorite design in this trio is the one of the Realme 8, not only for the look but also because it has a thinner and lighter body, with a thickness of just 8 mm and a weight of 177 grams. Despite that, it has the same battery capacity as the Tecno Camon 17 Pro and the POCO M3 Pro 5G, and it is even more compact thanks to its smaller display, so it is the best for one-handed users. Last but not least, it has an in-display fingerprint reader.

Display

If you need the best display, go for the Realme 8 without thinking twice. Only the Realme 8 is equipped with an AMOLED display, that is why it is able to show more brilliant colors and deep blacks. Further, as said above, it has an in-display fingerprint reader making the authentication more comfortable. And it is not all, as the Realme 8 comes with the HDR10 certification improving the image quality on the streaming platforms and it has a very high peak brightness (it goes up to 1000 nits). Tecno Camon 17 Pro has a very wide display, but it is an IPS panel so the image quality is inferior. The POCO M3 Pro 5G sits in the middle with its 6.5-inch display, but still an IPS panel.

Hardware/Software

The most powerful hardware belongs to the POCO M3 Pro 5G. First of all, it is the only one supporting the 5G connectivity. Further, it has a processor built at 7 nm, a better production process compared to the 12 nm of the Helio G95. Last but not least, the Dimensity 700 is stronger than the Helio G95. On the other hand, you can get more RAM with the Tecno Camon 17 Pro: up to 8 GB. But it lacks 5G support and it has an inferior chipset, especially in terms of power management. All the phones run Android 11.

Camera

The most advanced rear cameras come with Tecno Camon 17 Pro and Realme 8. They have a 64 MP main camera, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a pair of 2 MP cameras for macros and depth calculation. The Tecno Camon 17 Pro adds a much better 48 MP front camera including dual LED flash.

Battery

The battery capacity is the same for each device, but the Realme 8 should provide a longer battery life because of its AMOLED display. Further, it comes with a faster 30W charging technology.

Tecno Camon 17 Pro vs Realme 8 vs Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G: Price

Tecno Camon 17 Pro costs Rs. 16,999 / $233, Realme 8 starts from the same price, and POCO M3 Pro starts from Rs. 14,499 / $200. POCO M3 Pro 5G has a higher value for money, but Realme 8 wins the comparison due to its AMOLED display. However, if you do not mind about it, you could find Tecno Camon 17 Pro better due to its amazing front camera.

Read More: TECNO CAMON 17, 17 Pro launched in India with 90Hz displays and MediaTek chips

Tecno Camon 17 Pro vs Realme 8 vs Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G: PRO and CONS

Tecno Camon 17 Pro

PROS

Great front camera
Wider display
Front-facing LED flash
Good memory configurations
Dual speakers

CONS

No 5G

Realme 8

PROS

Great camera
AMOLED display
HDR10
Faster charging
Thinner and lighter

CONS

No 5G

Xiaomi POCO M3 Pro 5G

PROS

IR blaster
5G
Better chipset
Very affordable to be a 5G phone

CONS

Inferior cameras

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