Vivo X70 series teased by the company to come with Zeiss original glass camera lenses

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Aug 30, 2021

The OnePlus Buds Pro has received mostly positive reviews since it launched. If you are on the search for a pair of premium earbuds that don’t break the bank, the Buds Pro will most likely be on the list of recommended ones.

OnePlus has put a price tag of $149/€149/₹9,999/¥799, on the earbuds which is a fair price. However, not everyone can afford this. If you want a pair of OnePlus TWS earbuds that don’t cost as much as the Buds Pro, you will have to be patient as a leak has revealed the manufacturer is working on one.

1+ is working on a new – lower priced – pair of headphones with ANC. Some sort of Lite edition of the Buds Pro

I really like the Buds Pro so I am curious what those cheaper ones have to offer

— Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) August 30, 2021

The source of the info is Max Jambor of All About Samsung who is known for his OnePlus-related leaks. According to a tweet posted earlier today, the manufacturer is working on a new pair of headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC). This pair of earphones will be “Some sort of Lite edition of the Buds Pro” he says.

We do not know when the pair of earbuds will be announced but we won’t rule out a possible arrival before the end of the year. We also presume it will sit between the OnePlus Buds and the OnePlus Buds Pro in terms of price, so we may see it priced around $99 where it can compete against the likes of the Pixel Buds A series and the Nothing ear (1).

OnePlus is yet to announce a successor to the OnePlus Buds Z, its cheapest pair of earbuds yet. Will this new pair of earbuds be the successor to the Buds Z? Only time will tell.

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Tecno Spark 8 quietly launched in Nigeria bearing an Helio P22 chip

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 30, 2021

Transsion Holdings subsidiary Tecno Mobile has got a stronghold on the Nigerian market due to its towering reputation of offering decent smartphones at a highly affordable price tag. So it shouldn’t be a surprise if we tell you that the Chinese company has silently unveiled the Spark 8 smartphone in Nigeria.

Tecno Spark 8 is the successor to the Spark 7 that was launched in April this year packing an Helio A25 chipset. The device is a budget smartphone with entry-level specs. The new Spark 8 features an improved Helio P22 chipset paired with 2GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

On the design aspect, the Spark 8 sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen with an HD+ resolution of 1600 X 720 pixels. This display utilizes a waterdrop notch design which houses the 8-megapixels selfie camera. At the rear, the device features a refreshed design that includes an abnormally wide square module. The module not only houses a dual-camera setup and quad-Led flash, it also holds the rear fingerprint sensor. The extra space can fit four more camera sensors of the same size, pun intended.

The dual-camera setup consists of a 16-megapixels main sensor and a QVGA lens. The device also avails users the opportunity to expand the storage via a microSD card slot. It runs on the Android 11 Go edition. Keeping the lights on is a massive 5000mAh battery with support for 10W charging via a micro USB port.

As for the price, the Tecno Spark 8 is reportedly on sale in Nigeria for 55,000 Nigerian Naira (about $130). We have no idea when Tecno will release this model in other markets but we expect it to launch in India soon, going by precedence.

PC maker, Compaq, is being resurrected

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Aug 30, 2021

Remember Compaq, the former PC giant which used to be IBM’s rival in the 90s, and even one of the top three PC companies before merging with HP in 2002? It is making a comeback. Yes, Compaq is going to be resurrected!

A tweet by an account dubbed Compaq (@CompaqReboot) has teased the return of the popular PC brand which HP discontinued in 2013. The tweet includes the familiar Compaq logo used between 1992 and 2007 and a caption that reads “Coming soon. #Compaq”.

Coming soon. #Compaq pic.twitter.com/G05Nu7JrOV

— Compaq (@CompaqReboot) August 29, 2021

We are not sure if the Compaq brand has been reacquired by HP. This is because an Argentine company called Grupo Newsan acquired the brand license in 2015 before ditching it a few years later. However, the location of the account is in Anaheim, California. There are a lot of tech companies in the city, so there is no saying who now owns the brand. Regardless, we are excited to see the return of the brand to the market.

During the time it was owned by HP, Compaq-branded computers launched under the budget category. It remains to be seen if that will be the case with its return, though it will be facing some stiff competition. Since it left the market, there have been new players including brands such as Huawei, Honor, Xiaomi, Redmi, and Realme which are best known as phone manufacturers but have now diversified their product lineup to include computers and related accessories. Older brands such as Acer and ASUS have also significantly stepped up their game.

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Redmi MAX TV 86” and Redmi MAX TV 98” get a price cut

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Aug 30, 2021

The Redmi MAX TV 86” launched in February in China alongside the Redmi K40 series. Barely two months after the TV went on sale, Redmi announced it was raising the price tag by ¥2000. Now it has announced a price cut that brings it back to its original launch price.

Interested buyers will now be able to purchase the Redmi MAX TV 86” for ¥7999 (~$1237) instead of ¥9,999 (~$1546) which it was raised to in April. The manufacturer cited increased demand for components (with a limited supply) for the TV and the fluctuating exchange rates as the reason for raising the price months ago. Now that it has reduced the price, it is safe to assume that the supply for components has improved.

The Xiaomi subsidiary also announced a price cut for the 98-inch model. Originally priced at ¥19,999 (~$3093) when it launched in March 2020, the Redmi MAX TV 98” will now sell for ¥17,999 (~$2783).

Both models of the Redmi MAX series have a 4K display although the smaller model has a 120Hz refresh rate while the bigger model keeps it at 60Hz. The 98-inch model has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage while the 86-inch version has 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. The two TVs have a quad-core processor, dual-band WiFi, three HDMI ports, two USB ports, and an ethernet port.

The new prices will take effect on September 1.

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iPhone 13 model with a notch-less screen spotted in an Apple TV+ comedy series

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 30, 2021

Although Apple is yet to reveal the design of the upcoming iPhone 13 models, several leaked renders have given us an idea of what the rear design looks like but that of the display is still unknown. If you are expecting a notch design, you may be in for a shocker. An Apple device believed to be the iPhone 13 has appeared on a comedy series on Apple TV+ called Ted Lasso played by Jason Sudeikis.

In the recently aired episode six of season two titled “The Signal”, viewers spotted a notch-less iPhone 13 model in two different scenes. The phone did have the custom iPhone UI but the notch was lacking. Also, the rear design was spotted revealing a dual-camera setup similar to that of the vanilla iPhone 13 as spotted in some of the leaks.

Since 2017 when Apple released the iPhone X, the notch has been an integral part of the iPhone design, housing some key components for Face ID and the selfie camera. This year’s model was expected to feature a smaller-sized notch as Apple was believed to have shifted the Face ID components to under the screen or may have opted for Touch ID instead.

While it looks unlikely that Apple will intentionally leak the iPhone 13 design in such a manner, there is the possibility that this may indeed be the iPhone 13 expected to launch in September. Alternatively, it is possible that Apple employed digital special effects to mask the actual design of the device. This sounds plausible.

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[Huge Discounts] Handpicked deals from DHgate Anniversary Sale – iPhone accessories, Masks, and Halloween items

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Simranpal Singh

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Aug 30, 2021

In a bid to celebrate its 17th anniversary, DHgate is offering huge discounts across all the major categories. It is offering special offers, organising flash sales and providing discount coupons to offer maximum profits to the customer. We have curated a list of some best deals and special discounts to save your efforts and time.

Must See: Exciting discounts on DHgate across various products [Coupons]

Upon the last few days metrics, DHgate has listed the top items that were sold during the pre-sale period and after the sale commenced on 23 August. Among the top items, masks, electric toys, electronic accessories and Halloween supplies are present on the list. Let’s scroll the deals one-by-one:

Best deals at DHgate Anniversary Sale

Masks and Halloween Supplies

The ongoing pandemic situation has improved, but the clouds are still in the sky and doctors are advising strict use of masks in public areas. This has led to the massive sale of masks via DHgate. Items on sale:

KN95 Dust-proof Mask: It is a KN95 mask that is available with free shipping across the globe. The items received 10x more sales this month in comparison with the last month.

Halloween Supplies

Halloween is around the corner, and people have started stocking up the Halloween supplies due to the massive discounts and offers. There are a variety of things that you can grab from DHGate:

Halloween Pillow Cover: It is available for the price of $3.99 per piece. The exciting Halloween element is available with free shipping across most countries.

Halloween Bucket: A handy bag for children to collect candies. It is available for a massive discount.

Gadgets and Accessories

There are several gadgets and accessories that are available with a hefty discount on DHgate.

Essential Smart Entertainment Items: Several gadgets such as cellphones, smart wearables, headphones, game consoles, batteries, TVboxes. etc.

USB Car Chargers: Car chargers are always helpful while travelling. However, the dead becomes quite useful if the charger supports fast charging tech and offers some really useful features. Here’s a great deal on USB car chargers.

Top 10 items on Sale

Save 50% off on 4 Ports Multi USB Car Charger 48W Quick, Link
Save 55% off on Car Accessory Seat Cover, Link
Save 5% off on iPhone 13 Phone Protective Film, Link
Save 5% off on Watch Screen Protective Film, Link
Save 12% off on Automatic Locking GPS Cell Phone Holder at $4.96, free shipping, Link
Save 17% off on Halloween Bucket Gift Candy Collection Bag, Link
Save 33% off on Halloween Pumpkin Ghost Skeletons Bat Spider Led Light, Link
Get Halloween Pillow Cover starting at $3.66/piece, free shipping, Link
Save 55% off on Fashionable T-shirt, Link
Save 50% off on Women’s Yoga Pants, Link
Save 40% off on Yoga Bubble Short, Link
Save 87% off on Dashing Sports Polo, Link
Save 23% off on Trendy Jeans Pants, Link
Save 13% off on Waterproof Strong Self Adhesive Eyeliner Glue, Link
Save 5% off on KN95 Dust-Proof Face Mask, DHL 3-7 days shipping to the US, Link
Save 5% off on Hot-selling Set-Top Box, Link
Save 5% off on Hot-selling Game Console, Link
Save 5% off on Black Cell 18650 Battery, Link
Get Hot-Selling Pop It Toys, starting at $5.99, Link
Get Hot-Selling 3D T-shirt, free shipping at $6.99, Link

These are the best deals on the eve of DHgate’s anniversary sale. We hope these will be useful for the interested buyers.

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Honor 50 arrives in new Code color variant in China

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Pranav Sawant

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Aug 30, 2021

Earlier we reported that Honor would soon launch a new color variant for its Honor 50 in China. Today, the Chinese phone maker has tossed the all-new color named ‘Code’ in the region.

The Honor 50 Code color variant is the fifth color in the palette. The other four colors are Midnight Black, Frost Crystal, Amber Red, and Emerald Green. The Code color brings a unique color variant to the series. It has each letter from the brand’s Honor branding printed on the back of the device.

The new color is priced at CNY 2,699(roughly $417) and will go on sale starting September 3rd in China.

Honor 50 arrives in new Code color variant in China — Honor 50 Code color

The Honor 50 comes with a 6.57-inch curved display with a Full-HD+ resolution. It has a 120Hz refresh rate and 300Hz touch sampling rate. It has a quad-rear camera system with a 108MP primary lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and lastly a 2MP mono sensor. At the front, it has 32MP selfie snapper.

Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It packs a 4,300mAh battery with 66W fast charging technology. Honor claims that it will go from 0% to 70% in just 20 minutes of charging. The smartphone has an under-display fingerprint scanner for security and boots on Android 11 out of the box with Magic UI 4.2 on top of it.

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Microsoft Surface Go 3 appears on Geekbench packing some impressive specs

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 30, 2021

A current Geekbench listing of the Microsoft Surface Go 3 has revealed an impressive array of new features that are now primed for an imminent release, going by the listing on the Geekbench platform. The new benchmark scores for the Surface Go 3 however indicated that there could be up to two versions of the Microsoft Surface Go 3, going by the Geekbench details.

One of the models is powered by an Intel Pentium Gold with 4GB of RAM, while the other model will be powered by Intel Core i3 which has 8GB of RAM. This follows the pattern of the predecessors of the devices, as the two models sport the Pentium Gold and Intel Core options for their CPUs.

The performance of the two models on the single-core and multi-core scores show that both models pack some decent power in them. The Microsoft Surface Go with a Pentium Gold processor scored 3197 and 5643, respectively, which far eclipsed the performance of the Surface Go 2, hovering around 2, 200 for single-core and 4400 for multi-score.

The Intel Core i3 powered Surface Go model even had a better performance. It clocked 45659 and 7643 for single and multi-core performance, respectively. Much is still left in the realm of speculation concerning the Microsoft Surface Go 3, as we inch closer to its eventual launch. There are other devices lined up for unveiling by Microsoft, and we await the actual rollout of the growing array of unreleased products.

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Fossil Gen 6 launches with a $299 starting price, Snapdragon Wear 4100+, and the old Wear OS 2

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Aug 30, 2021

After announcing the Gen 5 in 2019, Fossil has announced its successor today which is dubbed the Gen 6. The new smartwatch brings key upgrades including a more powerful processor but doesn’t ship with the latest version of Wear OS.

The Fossil Gen 6’s main upgrade is the new Snapdragon Wear 4100+, one of two chipsets Qualcomm announced last year for smartwatches. The smartwatch is the first to feature this new chip. Fossil says that the new processor brings a performance improvement of up to 30% when compared to the Gen 5. Users should see faster app load times and reduced power consumption.

Another new feature is the addition of a blood oxygen level monitor (SpO2 sensor). The watch also has a 24-hour heart rate that provides continuous heart rate monitoring. Fossil claims the sensor has been improved and it works better in more situations.

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The Fossil Gen 6 has Google Assistant built-in, so with the “Ok Google” wake word, you can ask questions, control smart home devices, and set reminders. There is also support for Google Pay, music playback control, and the ability to make and receive calls when connected to a smartphone. Unfortunately, the smartwatch runs the older Wear OS 2 out of the box. If you don’t mind waiting until next year, you will get the Wear OS 3 update.

Fossil Gen 6 Specs

1.28-inch AMOLED screen with a 416 x 416 resolution
1GB RAM
8GB storage
Snapdragon Wear 4100+
Bluetooth 5.0
NFC SE
Wi-Fi
Off-body IR, Gyroscope
PPG heart rate sensor
Accelerometer, altimeter, ambient light sensor, compass, gyroscope
3 ATM water resistance

The Fossil Gen 6 has a round dial and comes in a variety of designs. Buyers will be able to choose from 10 different configurations which start at $299 and go up to $319. Fossil also has straps in different colors and designs for the different configurations available. Fossil is already taking pre-orders and it says shipping will happen close to September 27.

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Huawei to announce new partnership and products tomorrow in China

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Jeet

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Aug 30, 2021

Huawei, the China-based technology giant which has been struggling to retain its position in the market, is set to announce something exciting tomorrow. The company has officially shared a new teaser poster hinting at the arrival of new products as well as a new exclusive partner, details about which will be revealed on 31st August.

While the company has not yet revealed what these upcoming products are, the teaser poster gives us a glimpse at the part of the product which seems to be a printer or a router, but this is just speculation.

Huawei already has a best-selling lineup of routers and was also leading the market in the year 2019. Earlier this year, the company started selling Huawei Router AX2 Pro in China. If it is indeed planning to launch a new router, then the partnership with another company means it could be a high-end product.

Also, the partner for these new products has not been revealed by the company nor the details have leaked. This means that to know with which company Huawei is partnered up with for its new products and what the partnership entails, we will have to wait for the official announcement tomorrow.

Previously, the company had partnered with Leica for camera technology on its premium smartphone. Since 2016, all the flagship smartphones from the Chinese giant featured Leica’s technology, pushing the boundaries of smartphone photography. However, the partnership ended this year, with the P50 series smartphones becoming the last product made under Huawei and Leica’s partnership.

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Deal: Get Xiaomi Mijia Temperature Humidity Thermometer 2 for $8

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Aug 30, 2021

Banggood is giving a fantastic deal on Xiaomi Mijia Thermometer 2. For the next 16 hours only, the advanced Bluetooth Thermometer is available for $7.99 only.

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Xiaomi Mijia Thermometer 2 at $7.99 @Banggood

Xiaomi Mijia Temperature Humidity Thermometer 2

Key Features:

Home Thermometer + Hygrometer
High sensitive and accurate Swiz Sensor
Low Battery consumption – Ultra Long Battery life up to a year
Temperature and Humidity accuracy – 0.1 degrees
LED Digital display
Intelligent Linkage – Control the device and smart appliances like humidifiers using Mi App
Smart Baby Mode
Compatible with XiaoAi Voice Assistant
Intuitive and Cute emojis
Light and Compact Design

You can now buy Xiaomi Mijia Thermometer 2 for a discounted price of $7.99 only at Banggood. Please note that this deal is for a single piece of the home thermometer. The flash deal ends in the next 16 hours. So place your order asap.

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Deal: Get OneOdio Fusion A70 Wireless Headphone for $33 (Retail Price $46)

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Aug 30, 2021

OneOdio Fusion A70 Wireless Headphone which generally retails for $46 is now available at a discounted price of $33.62 only at AliExpress.

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OneOdio Fusion A70 Wireless Headphone at $33.62 (after discount)@AliExpress

OneOdio Fusion A70 Wireless Headphone

Key Features:

Beautiful futuristic design
Jack Lock Design
40mm driver: Delivers vibrant bass
Soft Memory Earcups – Breathable protein skin earmuffs
Music or sound sharing – Pair your device via Bluetooth and share your tunes through the audio cable
2 or more people can share music simultaneously
Receive music at both ends – Connect two devices at the same time such as your phone and guitar
50 hour playback time
Color: Black, Red, Gold, Silver

Generally retailing for $46, you can now buy OneOdio Fusion A70 Wireless Headphone at a discounted price of $33.62 only at AliExpress. Please note that this price is applicable only to the Black color variant. However, you can also find the Red, Gold, and Silver color variants at higher prices. So place your order asap.

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ZMI 33W Charger 1A1C with iPhone 13 compatibility goes official

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 30, 2021

Back in June, ZMI GaN Charger 65W 1A1C was released in China. Now two months later, the brand has launched a 33W version of this charger without GaN (Gallium Nitride). The new product is called ZMI 33W Charger 1A1C and it is advertised as compatible with iPhone 13 series.

ZMI 33W Charger 1A1C Specifications and Features

The new ZMI charger comes in a matte green color option. As the name suggests, it supports up to 33W output and features two ports (USB Type-A, USB Type-C). It also sports a foldable pin.

The power adapter supports Xiaomi’s proprietary charging protocols (22.5W, 33W), USB PD (Power Delivery), and Apple 20W charging. Hence, it can be used to charge Xiaomi group smartphones, the latest iPhones, and other USB PD compatible devices. Additionally, as mentioned in the beginning, ZMI claims that this charger can be also used to fuel the upcoming iPhone 13 series.

It is worth noting that only the USB Type-C port maxes out at 33W, while the USB Type-A port is limited to 27W. Both the ports can be used at the same time and during those sessions, the power adapter is capped at 22.5W.

Lastly, like any other ZMI charger, there’s also a Xiaomi variant of the ZMI 33W Charger 1A1C in white color. But interestingly, that product is sold in Taiwan instead of China.

ZMI 33W Charger 1A1C Price and Availability

The ZMI 33W Charger 1A1C is priced at ¥79 ($12) in China. But for a limited time, it will be available at ¥69 ($11). The charger is scheduled to go on sale from September 1.

As of now, it’s not known whether this product will make its way to more markets other than China and Taiwan.

Deal: Get Baseus Halo Type C Cable for $2

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Aug 30, 2021

Baseus Halo Type C Cable is now available at a discounted price of $2.01 only at AliExpress.

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Baseus Halo Type C Cable at $2.01 (after discount)@AliExpress

Baseus Halo Type C Cable

Key Features:

Glowing Quick charging USB cable
Supports QC 3.0
Colored breathable slow-changing light
High-density nylon braid
High-quality aluminum alloy plug casing
SR full coverage
Portable Ties
Colors: Black and Red
Length: From 0.25 m to 3m (you can choose as per your requirement)

Generally retailing for $3, you can now buy Baseus Halo Type C Cable at a discounted price of $2.01 only at AliExpress. This is a limited-time offer, so place your order asap.

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Realme GT Neo2 Renders and key Specifications revealed

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Abhinav

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Aug 30, 2021

Earlier this year, Realme launched the GT Neo 5G in China. Now according to a report, the company is preparing to launch its successor, the Realme GT Neo2, in India.

The publication Digit collaboration with tipster OnLeaks released renders and key specifications of the upcoming GT Neo2. The renders and specifications are said to be based on the pre-production unit. These renders give us a 360-degree look at the smartphone.

The Realme GT Neo2 is said to be a premium succeeding the original GT Neo under the GT series. The report mentions that the smartphone would be quite slim and lightweight; however, there’s no word on the exact dimensions yet.

Realme GT Neo2 renders | Source: Digit x OnLeaks

On the front, it gets a large display with minimal bezels and a punch-hole cutout for the front-facing camera. Meanwhile, the back sports the camera module housing three cameras along with a LED flash. The speaker grille and USB Type C port can be seen on the bottom. The left side houses volume control buttons, while the power button is on the right edge.

Realme GT Neo2 Rumoured Specifications

According to the report, the Realme GT Neo2 could come with a 6.62-inch FHD+ display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. The smartphone would also feature an in-display fingerprint sensor with the punch-hole cutout housing a 16MP camera for selfies.

The GT Neo successor is likely to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 870 SoC. It is expected to come in one storage variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The report suggests that the smartphone would be running RealmeUI 2.0 on top of Android 11. The GT Neo2 is likely to come with a 5000mAh battery supporting fast charging out of the box.

The GT Neo2 is rumoured to feature a rear triple camera setup led by a 64MP main camera. The primary sensor would be joined by an 8MP ultra-wide and a 2MP macro camera. As per the report, these could be the same sensors found on the Realme GT.

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Deal: Buy Baseus 100W Two for Three Fast Charging Cable for $16 (Retail Price $23)

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