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OPPO Flash Charging Technology is now Smarter, Safer, and Charges even at -20°C

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Joel Joseph
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Earlier this week, OPPO revealed a bunch of new developments in its Flash charging technology at the OPPO Flash Charge Open Day. As charging solutions are reaching insane levels of power output, the focus is slowly shifting from sheer speed to safety and wider use case scenarios. At the event, the company revealed its progress in developing charging solutions for smartphones as well as other products.

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Here are the key takeaways from the OPPO Flash Charge Open Day event.

1. Five-Fold Safety Protection System

OPPO explains how it uses a five-fold protection system to ensure its charging technology remains safe even at high levels of charging output.

The brand says that its Flash Charging tech employs five different safety measures, which include:

  • A new Fuse with lower Impedance
    OPPO has incorporated a new fuse in its Flash Charging system which features lower impedance. The fuse will blow in case of abnormal electricity supply to the battery while bringing notable improvements in the efficiency and safety of the charging system as compared to its previous generation.
  • Efficient Gallium Nitride (GaN) Switches
    OPPO’s Flash Charging technology uses GaN switches (to manage the flow of electricity), replacing the usual MOSFET switches. This change brings in two major benefits,
    in space as well as safety. One GaN switch can replace two series MOSFET switches, so it saves space. Further, thanks to GaN’s lower impedance and the ability to resist higher voltages, it improves the overall charging efficiency while being reliable and safe.
  • Internal series bi-cell design
    OPPO’s latest Flash Charging technology relies on a new internal series bi-cell design. Essentially, two battery cells are placed inside one battery casing, separated by special molecular material. These battery cells operate independently while allowing voltage to be doubled within a smaller space than the previous series bi-cell battery design.
  • Battery Safety Detection Chip
    The new Battery Safety Detection chip works with OPPO’s AI algorithm to detect significant problems within the battery. It can also remove potentially false warnings and can accurately warn users if the battery has some serious issues.
  • Composite Current Collector
    OPPO’s Flash Charging technology uses a new battery that replaces the traditional aluminum anode with a special composite current collector. This composite collector is extremely malleable and significantly reduces the chances of a short circuit in case of external damage.
    According to OPPO’s internal tests, the new battery passes puncture and collision tests with a 100% success rate.
[Video Demo] OPPO Flash Charge Battery Puncture Test
[Video Demo] OPPO Flash Charge Battery Puncture Test
[Video Demo] OPPO Flash Charge Battery Collision Test
[Video Demo] OPPO Flash Charge Battery Collision Test

2. Flash Charging is now Smart

Flash charging is known for its fast charging output, but the latest version of this technology is smarter than before. This change brings a better balance between charging speed and battery life. The brand has finally managed to monitor battery conditions in real-time which allows it to adjust the charging power based on the requirement of the device.

Smarter Charging
Smarter Charging

For example, if you are charging your device overnight, the Flash Charging technology will switch to ‘relax mode’, wherein it will slowly charge the phone over the course of the night to extend the battery life. OPPO says that while ensuring 65W SuperVOOC, this technology can help retain 80% of the battery’s capacity even after 1500 charging cycles.

It can also work in the opposite use case scenario. Suppose you want to head out urgently, this Smart Charging system can speed up the charging output by up to 20%, reducing the time taken to charge a 4500mAh battery from 36 minutes to just 30 minutes.

Further, if you are charging the phone while using it, this same technology will ensure that the phone doesn’t overheat, optimizing the balance between charging temperature and charging speed in real-time.

 

3. Extreme Charging Technology for Safe Charging in Freezing Situations

Lithium-ion batteries don’t like extremely cold environments. But OPPO’s flash charging technology aims to enable fast charging even in such extreme conditions by allowing the battery to generate its own heat.

[Video Demo] OPPO Flash Charge Ultra-low Temperature Charging Test
[Video Demo] OPPO Flash Charge Ultra-low Temperature Charging Test
Even if the temperature is as low as -20°C, OPPO’s Flash Charging tech employs a smart algorithm to let the battery generate its own heat, increasing its temperature from below zero to over 10°C in just 10-20 seconds. Once the battery reaches this temperature, it can charge normally.

 

4. OPPO announces The Flash Initiative – Brings VOOC to new products

It’s been seven years since OPPO debuted its Flash Charging technology in the market. Now, the brand is looking to expand its super-fast charging technology to new categories. In this regard, it has launched a new project, The Flash Initiative wherein it will bring its VOOC charging technology to categories like automobiles, and public spaces, through patent licensing. This will allow other manufacturers to use OPPO’s Flash Charging technology in their own products in the future.

 

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Deal: Get OUKITEL K15 Plus for $121 (Retail Price $188)

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OUKITEL K15 Plus which generally retails for $188 is available at a discounted price of $120.99 only at AliExpress.

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OUKITEL K15 Plus

OUKITEL K15 Plus is one of the best smartphones in its price segment. This latest addition from OUKITEL is aptly marketed as a ‘Power Bank with Display’, as it features a massive 10000mAh battery that gives you a standby time of 774 hours. The smartphone gives you up to 68 hours of call and 54 hours of playtime with one single charge. This means you may have to charge your smartphone only once in every 3 to 4 days. Moreover, with a reverse charging function, the smartphone can be literally used as a power bank to charge other phones. 

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OUKITEL K15 Plus features a large 6.52-inch punch-hole display and comes with a 720 X 1600p resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The scratch-resistant full view display gives you an immersive experience while watching movies and videos. The smartphone sports a classic rubber textured back and a smooth-edged body, encased in a beautiful metal frame. Moreover, even though it carries a 10000mAh battery, it is lightweight and easy to handle compared to other phones in the same segment. 

OUKITEL K15 plusThe smartphone features a triple rear camera setup with a 13MP sensor for the main camera and a 5MP AI-powered sensor for your selfies. Powered by the MediaTek 6761 Quad-core processor, the smartphone comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM, expandable up to 256GB. Other interesting features include Facial ID and Fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm earphone jack, NFC, and multiple navigation systems like GPS and GLONASS, etc. 

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Generally retailing for $188, you can now buy OUKITEL K15 Plus at a discounted price of $120.99 only at AliExpress. Please note that this is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap. 

 

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Super Deal: Get Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch for $68 (Retail Price $100)

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Amazfit Stratos smartwatch which usually retails at around $100 is now available at a discounted price of $68.33 only at AliExpress.

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Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch

Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch embodies the perfect combination of design and technology. Its simple yet graceful design is reflected through the 1.34-inch reflective color display and delicate markers surrounded by a hand-polished ceramic bezel. 

Amazfit Stratos

The smartwatch is 50m water-resistant. This means you can dive into a swimming pool or swim in the open seas without worrying about damaging the smartwatch. Moreover, the multiple sports mode function gives more than 16 different activity tracking options, making the watch suitable for almost everyone. Run, Walk, Swimming, Triathlon, Trail Run, Climb, Soccer, Tennis, etc are some of the modes available along with daily activity tracking. 

Amazfit Stratos

However, the highlight of Amazfit Stratos is its VO2max Fitness Level Analysis. This premium function gives you important physiological information which is generally used by professional athletes. With this function, you can take your training to the next level and get professional and tailored guidance for your fitness and athletic goals. 

Amazfit Stratos

The smartwatch comes with 5-day battery life on normal mode and a 35-hour battery life on a continuous sports mode. Additionally, the onboard music function lets you leave your phone behind as you can simply store your favorite music on the smartwatch and then enjoy it via Bluetooth headphones.

Amazfit Stratos

Amazfit Stratos Smartwatch is the winner of the RedDot Design Award 2018 and the Good Design Award 2018. Generally retailing for $100, you can now buy this smartwatch for $68.33 only. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap. 

 

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OnePlus 10 Pro Concept envisions Hasselblad camera with Bionic Lens

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Sean
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Earlier this year, the OnePlus 9 series had been launched as the company’s 2021 flagship lineup. While the company has been known to launch a T series model as well later in the year, a tipster had suggested that there might not be a OnePlus 9T this year. So, we might have to wait for the next gen 10 series that would launch in 2022.

But according to a LetsGoDigital report, graphic designer Jermaine Smit, aka ConceptCreator, didn’t wish to wait and released his own concept of the OnePlus 10 Pro. Smit also uploaded his concept render on his YouTube channel. As per his concept, the high end model will be equipped with a 6.7 inch AMOLED display with 3216x1440px resolution with 120Hz high refresh rate. Keep in mind, this is just a concept and is not the actual specs of the device.

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Notably, the concept model even appears to sport an under display camera. Furthermore, we can observe a curved edge display from the sides where the alert slider can also be seen. As per Jermaine, the OnePlus 10 Pro concept arrives with a stylish faux leather finish as well. On the rear, a large circular camera module can be observed with two primary images sensors, with one likely being a wide angle main camera, while the other is the ultra wide angle lens.

OnePlus

Smit’s 10 Pro concept sports a 108 megapixel camera sensor paired with a powerful xenon flash. Interestingly, the ring module was also appears to be inspired by the Hasselblad 500c analog camera from 1957. ConceptCreator also imagines the new flagship with a Bionic Lens. While OnePlus is not known for being a class leader in smartphone photography, its three year contract with Hasselblad is an indicator of its increasing focus in camera performance.

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Deal: Get Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack for $35 (Retail Price $80)

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Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack which generally retails for $80 is now available at a highly discounted price of $35.44 only at AliExpress. 

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Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack

Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack

(Upgraded Version)

Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack

Key Features:

  • Hardshell Geometric design 
  • Waterproof and Stain resistant
  • Anti-vibration
  • Easily fit a 15.6-inch laptop
  • TSA – password anti-theft lock
  • USB charging port
  • 3D EVA material
  • EVA – anti-impact board- to keep your contents safe from impact
  • Two separate laptop compartments
  • Extra protection padded cushion
  • Expandable side pocket
  • Hidden back zipper pocket
  • Shoulder strap zipper
  • Ordinary variant – 12cm : Upgraded variant – 12 to 22cm
  • 180-degree opening and closing
  • Colors: Black and Grey

Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack
Generally retailing for $80, you can now buy Fenruien Hardshell Anti-theft Backpack (Upgraded Version) at a discounted price of $35.44 only at AliExpress. Please note that this is the original product, being sold by the Official Fenruien store. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap. 

 

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Realme Pad camera details leaked, bags IMDA certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The Realme Pad’s launch seems to be around the corner. Fresh information reveals that the device has been approved by Singapore’s IMDA certification platform. The listing has revealed the connectivity features of the tablet. At the same time, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has shared the details of the front and rear cameras of the Realme Pad.

The IMDA certification reveals that the Realme Pad (model number RMP2102) offers connectivity features like WCDMA, LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. As far as cameras are concerned, it has been found that it has an 8-megapixel camera with a 1/3.6-inch sensor and an aperture rating of f/2.4 aperture. It offers a focal length of 2.8mm and carries support for Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS). In addition, it can capture images in 3264 x 2448 pixels resolution. The front and rear side of the Realme Pad has the same camera. However, while the rear snapper supports autofocus, the front camera offers fixed focus.

Realme Pad
Realme Pad by OnLeaks/91mobiles

The tipster claims that these camera specs belong to the Realme Pad Wi-Fi-only variant. The IMDA certification suggests that there could be an LTE + Wi-Fi variant of the tablet.

The CAD renders of the device that appeared earlier this month revealed that it will be sporting a dual-tone design. The device measures 246.1 x 155.8 x 6.8mm and it houses a 10.4-inch display. It could be backed by a 7,100mAh battery.

There is no word on the processor of the Realme Pad. The tablet is expected to offer users 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of built-in storage. The other details of the tablet are under wraps.

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Realme hints at MagDart chargers being faster and thinner than Apple MagSafe

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Sean
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Realme had recently announced that it would be launching its first smartphone that would support magnetic charging. But prior to its launch, the company’s CEO shared new teasers of the upcoming MagDart magnetic chargers, which states that it is faster and thinner than the Apple MagSafe chargers.

The teasers were shared Madhav Sheth, CEO of the Chinese smartphone maker on Twitter. In one of the teaser image poster, the company states that the MagDart chargers will be up to 440 percent faster in charging rates. However, the brand does not specify its reference point. Furthermore, it also teases that its new magnetic chargers will also be thinner, being “Slim as Coin, Powerful As Thunder.”

Notably, this is the first official confirmation from the brand regarding a thin variant of its MagDart lineup since we had first reported on the two upcoming MagDart chargers. Although, going by the 440 percent faster charging rates, we can assume that the larger and more beefier variant would be the one to offer fast charging speeds of around 66W. Realme would also be the first Android handset manufacturer to launch a commercial device with magnetic charger support. So this could be a huge milestone for the company as well.

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Xiaomi India launches Mi HyperSonic Power Bank, offers 50W fast charging

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Sean
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Earlier today (30th July 2021), Xiaomi launched a new product in India. The company has just announced the new Mi HyperSonic Power Bank, which is its ‘most powerful and feature rich powerbank’ in India.

Xiaomi

The Chinese tech giant has just released a new powerbank that seeks to fulfill the modern needs of a consumer. It is designed with triple ports, which includes a USB Type C along with two USB Type A ports. One of its highlighting features is its support for 50W fast charging, or what the company is calling Hyper Fast 50W charging. This makes the powerbank capable of also fast charging laptops at 45W (PD3.0).

Through this, the Mi HyperSonic Power Bank can fully charge a smartphone with 4,500mAh battery pack in just about 1 hour and 5 minutes. Furthermore, the 45W charging from the USB Type C port would also reduce the time needed to charge devices, while also ensuring that the power bank can also be fully charged in just 3 hours and 50 minutes for its 20,000mAh battery capacity.

Xiaomi

The company has built the powerbank with a premium matte black design made from high quality PC + ABS material making it both lightweight and durable. In terms of safety, Xiaomi has also put an emphasis on quality and ensuring the safety of its customers. The Mi HyperSonic Power Bank is equipped with 16 layers of advanced chip protection, making it capable of safeguarding itself and the devices it is charging from short circuiting as well. The power bank is currently available at a crowdfunding price of 3,499 INR (roughly 541 US Dollars) on Mi.com starting from today (30th July 2021).

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Vivo X70 Pro, X70 Pro+ price in India tipped before rumored September launch

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Vivo is reportedly working on the Vivo X70 series of smartphones. It was reported in June through our exclusive report that the Vivo X70 series will launch in September in partnership with IPL 2021 cricket tournament. Now, 91mobiles has learned through anonymous Vivo official that the Vivo X70 lineup will include three devices such as Vivo X70, X70 Pro, and X70 Pro+, and these models will be announced in September. The source has also given out some information on the pricing of the X70 models.

Vivo X70 Pro and X70 Pro+ prices in India (expected)

The source did not reveal the pricing of the X70 but claimed that the X7 Pro will be priced around Rs 50,000 (~$672), whereas the X70 Pro+ will cost around Rs 70,000 (~$941). Hence, it is likely that X70 could be arriving with a sub-Rs 50,000 pricing.

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vivo X60 Pro+

Vivo X70 series specifications (Rumored)

The Vivo X70 models are expected to come equipped with a Samsung E4 AMOLED display that offers an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is likely to inherit the display that was made available on the X60 lineup.

The main camera of X70 may come with an f/1.5 aperture and 5-axis image stabilization. The micro-gimbal stabilization that was seen on the X60 series could be also available on the X70 lineup. The X70 lineup is also expected to feature Vivo’s self-developed image signal processor (ISP).

Earlier today, two Vivo phones model with model numbers V2130A and V2134A were spotted at the 3C certification platform. The listing reveals that these devices support 5G connectivity and they may arrive with support for 44W fast charging. It is speculated that the X70 Pro+ may carry support for 66W rapid charging.

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Huawei 5G phones prices rise in used market after launch of 4G only P50 series

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Sean
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Huawei had just launched the P50 series earlier this week. But despite being a flagship grade lineup, the new smartphones only arrives in a 4G version. This, in turn, has led to the prices of the brand’s 5G smartphone models to rise in the second hand used market in China.

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P50 Pro

The price hike for used 5G Huawei smartphone models was observed by the Zhuanzhuan Group, which is a popular online market place that deals lets users buy and sell second hand used products in China. Generally, a smartphone’s value in the market usually always falls after its initial launch date. But now, the opposite seems to be occurring with the price of older 5G enabled smartphones from the Chinese tech giant rising.

The report from the used online market place stated that the prices of these 5G models are about 3 to 9 percent higher than in early June 2021. Notably, the Mate 40 Pro saw the highest increase in second hand market pricing. The price of a second hand Mate 40 Pro at the end of July 2021 is about 6,363 Yuan (roughly 985 USD), which is about 323 Yuan (roughly 50 USD) higher than back in June and marks about a 5.43 percent price hike overall.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro 4G
Mate 40 Pro

Similarly, the Mate 30 Pro 5G also saw a price rise during this same period, with a hike of 293 Yuan (roughly 45 USD) or about a 7.71 percent rise in price over a month prior. As of right now, the price of this model is around 4,093 Yuan (roughly 633 USD) on the Chinese used product selling platform. Analysts added that there were a number of factors that led to this price rise of older phones, with one of them being the launch of the 4G only P50 series. These used flagship devices are now not only more cost effective despite being high end, but also support 5G networking that the latest launch doesn’t.

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Deal: Kospet Optimus 2 4G LTE smartwatch now on sale for $179.99 [Coupon Inside]

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Simranpal Singh
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Kospet is a high-end smartwatch maker which bundles 4G LTE connectivity across all its smartwatches. The same applies to Kospet Optimus 2 Dual Mode which was launched last month while carrying 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, Octa-Core SoC, 4G LTE support and inbuilt GPS. It is now on sale as the Kospet is offering a $10 discount coupon – WIIKOPMU on the actual retail price of $189.99.

Kospet Optimus Pro

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Kospet Optimus 2 bundles various advancements over its predecessor. The smartwatch houses an Helio P22 chipset, 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. There’s also a 13MP Sony IMX214 rotatable camera which offers 1080p video recording at 30 frames per second.

The 4G LTE smartwatch supports global bands for flawless connectivity. In connectivity, the smartwatch houses WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0 and GPS.

The smartwatch carries a 1.6-inch IPS panel with a resolution of 400 x 400 pixels. Kospet Optimus 2 features a G-sensor and a Heart rate sensor for effective heart rate tracking, step counter and calorie count. Moreover, it comes with support for 31 sports modes.

A 1260mAh polymer battery is present which offers a couple of days backup upon normal usage. The backup time increases if switched to the Lite Mode. However, the Android Mode offers additional features including calls, video chatting, games, cameras, music, and social networking. Meanwhile, the Lite mode allows users to use the local applications on the watch such as SMS, calls, and various fitness modes.

The smartwatch weighs 75g and measures 52.5 x 56 x 17mm in size.  It can be easily paired with the devices running Android 5.1+ and iOS 9.0+.

It is a perfect gift for health and fitness enthusiasts who are working looking to buy a premium standalone smartwatch. You can grab it for the discounted price of $179.99 using the coupon code WIIKOPMU.

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Micromax IN 2B launched with UNISOC T610 SoC, 6GB RAM, 5,000mAh battery, and more

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Micromax has officially launched the IN 2B budget smartphone in India as scheduled. The handset comes with a large display, a UNISOC chipset, dual cameras, and a huge battery. Let’s take a look at its entire specs and features along with price as well as availability.

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Micromax IN 2B Specifications and Price

The newly announced Micromax IN 2B sports a 6.52-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels (HD+), 269 PPI, and 16 million colors. The screen has a 71% NTSC color gamut, 400 nits brightness, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 20:9 aspect ratio, and a dewdrop notch.

The device is powered by a UNISOC T610 SoC coupled with up to 6GB LPDDR4x RAM and 64GB eMMC 5.1 storage. It features a 13MP (wide) + 2MP (depth) dual rear camera setup and a 5MP front-facing camera.

On the connectivity front, the phone supports dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GNSS (GPS, Beidou, Glonass, Galileo). Like any other budget smartphone, the handset has a MicroSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Interestingly, it sports a USB Type-C port and essential sensors (ambient light sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor, fingerprint sensor).

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It runs Android 11 and is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging. Last but not least, the phone measures 164.31 x 75.68 x 8.63mm in dimensions, weighs 190g, and comes in three colors (Black, Blue, Green).

Micromax IN 2B Price and Availability

The Micromax IN 2B will retail for the following price tags in India.

  • 4GB + 64GB – ₹7,999 ($108)
  • 6GB + 64GB – ₹8,999 ($121)

The device will be sold via Flipkart and Micromax’s official website, however, the company is yet to reveal the sale date.

 

 

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OnePlus plans to sell 25 million Nord phones by 2023, with big plans for the future

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Sean
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Back in 2020, OnePlus had introduced the Nord series of smartphones that targeted the more budget friendly mid range handsets. Now, a company official has revealed that the company plans on selling around 25 million units of Nord series devices by the end of 2023.

OnePlus Nord 2 5G all colorsIn an interview with BGR.in Navnit Nakra, Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of India Sales, OnePlus India, confirmed the company’s 25 million sales goal. The senior executive added that “Offering the signature Nord experience across price categories, we project that by the end of 2023, the accumulated sales volume of the OnePlus Nord product line will reach 25 million units globally.”

As of right now, the Chinese smartphone maker has launched two models of the Nord phones, namely Nord CE 5G and the new Nord 2 5G. The official also added that this series has seen an overwhelmingly positive reception by Indian consumers, stating that “Nord brought the highest open sales day in OnePlus history, and witnessed a tremendous reception from the community.” Notably, Amazon India also recently revealed a list of its top-selling smartphones during its Prime Day sales. In this list, the Nord 2 5G and Nord CE 5G were two of the top-selling models on the popular e-commerce platform.

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Nord CE 5G

Furthermore, Nakra also revealed that the company has big plans ahead, while the brand seeks to grow its Nord lineup alongside its flagship series. The ‘big plan’ involves developing 5G technology for its global audience. Nakra said that “5G is a top priority in our product strategy. We identified the need for it early on and have continued to remain the first movers in 5G R&D development. We have invested an amount of 30 million US Dollars to scale up 5G research and remain committed to that.”

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Micromax Air Funk 1 and 1 Pro TWS Earbuds Launched in India

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Sean
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Micromax has just officially launched its latest IN 2b smartphone in India. Alongside the handset, the company even released two new audio products in the region, namely the Air Funk 1 and Air Funk 1 Pro.

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With the launch of its latest wireless earphones, the company has also officially entered the earbuds market in India, which is seeing a boom as of right now. The Indian smartphone maker is likely seeking to have a foothold in this segment through its newly launched Air Funk true wireless earbuds series. Talking about the Pro variant first, it features ambient noise cancellation and a Qualcomm chipset under the hood.

The Air Funk 1 Pro will be the high end model with the Qualcomm QCC 3040 chipset with CVC 8.0 (Clear Voice Capture) for noise and echo cancellation. This will enable it to offer up to 25dB cancellation (ENC) for ambient noise. The ENC will also be enabled for calls. It also supports Bluetooth 5.2 along with 13mm dynamic drivers, and four microphones. The company promises up to 32 hours of total battery life, including the charging case. It sports a USB Type C charging port, with an in ear design and a stem.

Micromax

Other notable features include IP44 water and dust resistance, touch and music controls. Arriving at the base variant, the Air Funk 1 also features an in ear design but without a stem. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 with 9mm dynamic drivers and 3D stereo sound. For battery, the hearables can last for up to 20 hours in total when including the charging case. Similar to the Pro variant, it also supports USB C, IP44, and touch controls. Both earbuds are set to go on sale on Flipkart starting from August 18 and their prices are:

  • Air Funk 1 Pro – 2,499 INR (roughly 34 US Dollars) – Available in blue, white, black, red, and yellow.
  • Air Funk 1 – 1,299 INR (roughly17 US Dollars) – Available in blue, yellow, purple, and red.

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Deal: Get Ulefone Armor 8 Pro Rugged Smartphone for $180 (Retail Price $250)

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Ulefone Armor 8 Pro which generally retails for $250 is now available at a discounted price of $179.99 only at AliExpress.

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Ulefone Armor 8 Pro at $179.99 @AliExpress

Ulefone Armor 8 Pro

Ulefone Armor 8 Pro is specifically designed for adventure lovers and globe trotters who regularly find themselves in harsh conditions and extreme environments. The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio P60 AI processor and comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage space. It features a beautiful scratch and drop-proof, waterdrop 6.1-inch screen and is fueled by a massive 5580mAh battery with 15W fast charging. 

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The phone comes with IP68/69 and MIL-STD 810G military certification, which makes it waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof, and high temperature and pressure resistant. It features a rear triple camera set up with a 16MP main camera and 5MP + 2MP secondary cameras. As for your selfies, you have a versatile 8MP front-facing camera. With tailor-made shortcut keys, face ID, and fingerprint sensors, the smartphone is easy and safe to use.

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Generally retailing at $250, you can now buy Ulefone Armor 8 Pro for just $179.99 on AliExpress. Please note that this deal is applicable on the 6GB + 128GB, Red, Orange, and Black color variant shipped from the China warehouse. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap.

 

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Purported iQOO 8’s front design revealed as it gets showcased at ChinaJoy 2021

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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The iQOO 8 is poised to launch on Aug. 4 in China. Ahead of the launch, the alleged iQOO 8 got showcased at the ongoing ChinaJoy 2021 tech exhibition.

A mysterious iQOO phone enclosed in a protective case is up for display at ChinaJoy 2021. The front view of the phone reveals that it is equipped with a curved edge display with a centrally positioned punch-hole. This phone appears to be the forthcoming iQOO 8 flagship.

Rumors surrounding the iQOO 8 have claimed that it is equipped with a Samsung’s AMOLED E5 luminescent LTPO display. The screen is expected to support a resolution of 1400 x 3200 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. According to My Drivers, iQOO’s product manager has claimed that the iQOO 8 series’ display is not only the best in iQOO’s history but also the best mobile phone screen in 2021.

It is speculated that the iQOO 8 series will be the first phone to arrive with the Snapdragon 888 Plus mobile platform. The device is expected to arrive with 12 GB of RAM and 4 GB of extended RAM. It will come preloaded with OriginOS UI 1.0 based Android 11 OS and a native storage of 256 GB. Speculations are rife that it may carry support for 120W fast charging.

In related news, iQOO’s parent brand Vivo is working on the Vivo X70 series. Earlier today, the alleged Vivo X70 and X70 Pro phones were spotted at the 3C certification platform with a 44W fast charger. It is speculated that the lineup also includes the Vivo X70 Pro+ that may tag along a 66W rapid charger.

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Unisoc to overtake Huawei HiSilicon as 3rd largest chip supplier in China in 2021: Report

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Sean
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A new report has suggested that Unisoc will see its shipments for smartphone application processors rise by a whopping 152 percent year on year, reaching 68.2 million units in 2021. This also implies that it would be able to overtake Huawei HiSilicon as the third largest smartphone AP supplier.

Unisoc

According to a DigiTimes report, these smartphone APs from the chipmaker were made for use by Chinese handset manufacturers. The report added that the company only shipped 27.1 million smartphone APs for these Chinese brands back in 2020. Furthermore, it has also managed to expand its client list, which now includes the likes of Honor, Realme, and Lenovo. In other words, this would likely lead to a notable boost in the shipments of its smartphone application processors this year.

At the moment, Unisoc is also one of the primary beneficiary of 4G smartphone AP supply constraints. This is due to most of the larger smartphone chipmakers like Qualcomm and MediaTek have shifted their focus to better cater to 5G smartphones. Thus, Unisoc has even benefited from a rise in shipments for 4G smartphones that are still quite common in the world’s second largest handset market, India, along with other Southeast Asian regions and more.

Unisoc

Notably, the company is also expected to see its share for the total smartphone APs shipped for China based smartphone makers to cross 10 percent in the second half of this year. This boost in shipments is also expected to carry forward till the first half of next year, due to the ongoing 4G smartphone AP supply constraints. For those unaware, the chipmaker primarily relies on TSMC to manufacture its 4G smartphone APs.

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Deal: Get BlitzWolf BW-FYE9 TWS Earphone for $39 (Retail Price $60)

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BlitzWolf BW-FYE9 TWS Earphone which generally retails for $60 is now available at a discounted price of $38.99 only at AliExpress. 

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  • Versatile touch control
  • Bluetooth v5.0
  • Real-time sound transmission for a smooth gaming experience
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Alleged Vivo X70, X70 Pro bags 3C certification

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Anvinraj Valiyathara
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Recently, three new Vivo phones with model numbers V2130A, V2133A, and V2141A were spotted at the CMIIT certification site. Reports have revealed that the V2141A will be debuting as the iQOO 8 handset. Today, the V2130A and V2134A Vivo smartphones have received certification from the 3C authority of China. According to a Chinese tipster, these phones could be released in the Chinese market as the Vivo X70 series of smartphones.

The 3C listings of the Vivo V2130A and V2134A have revealed that they are 5G-ready devices. Both phones are expected to carry support for 44W fast charging. Probably, these phones could be arriving in the market as the Vivo X70 and Vivo X70 Pro. The tipster believes that the series may include a higher model that will carry support for 66W fast charging.

Vivo X70 and X70 Pro 3C listing

The same tipster had previously claimed that the Vivo X70 will be equipped with Vivo’s self-developed image signal processor (ISP). With Vivo’s imaging algorithm onboard, the X70 series is expected to offer a better photography experience.

Another leak had revealed that Vivo X70’s main camera will offer an aperture of f/1.5 and will carry support for 5-axis image stabilization. It is also expected to offer built-in gimbal stabilization like the predecessor series. The large aperture will allow the X70 series to capture brighter shots in dim-light conditions.

The Vivo X70 is expected to feature a 6.56-inch AMOLED screen that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2376 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It appears that the phone will be fitted with the same screen that was made available on the X60 series. The X70 lineup is expected to debut in September in China. It may arrive in India in September or October.

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