Last month, OPPO announced the Reno 6 series of smartphones such as Reno6 5G, Reno6 Pro 5G, and Reno6 Pro+ 5G in China. There have been reports that it will be launching soon in July in India. It is likely that Indonesia could be the first global market to receive the Reno6 5G handset as its microsite has gone live on OPPO Indonesia’s website. The listing reveals that the Reno6 5G will be launching on July 15 in the country.
The landing page of the Reno6 5G on OPPO Indonesia’s website has only confirmed its design. It shows that the Reno6 will be sporting a flat AMOLED display and its rear has a quad-camera system. The bottom edge of the device features a speaker grille, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
OPPO Reno6 5G global edition
The left side of the global Reno6 5G features volume buttons and its right edge is flanked by a power key. It carries support for NFC connectivity. Its rear shell is slightly curved towards the edges, and it features a camera module at the top-left corner. The handset will be available in two colors such as black and blue.
The global Reno6 5G appears to be different from the China Reno6 5G in terms of design. The Chinese variant has a curved edge display, a flat rear panel, differently designed rear camera setup, and it lacks a 3.5mm audio jack. There is a possibility that there could be some difference in the specs of the global and Chinese Reno6 5G.
ColorOS 11 based on Android 11 was unveiled in September 2020. Since then, OPPO has been rolling out beta as well as stable builds for eligible smartphones worldwide. The latest device to get the stable update is OPPO F17. Additionally, the company has also opened beta registrations for the original OPPO Reno.
OPPO F17
OPPO is known for releasing its ColorOS update timeline at the start of every month. Following this month’s timeline, the firm has started seeding out the stable update for OPPO F17. For those unaware, the beta program for this phone went live in late May.
According to the official announcement, the update is currently live in India with firmware version C.10. Users should be running either A.39 or A.41 builds to get the update.
In order to install the Android 11 stable update on OPPO F17, users need to head over to Settings > Software updates > Gear Icon > Official Version Application, mark the I agree checkbox, and select Apply now. Then, tap on check for new version option, download, and install the ColorOS 11 stable update.
At the same time, OPPO has begun to recruit ColorOS 11 beta testers for the first-ever OPPO Reno smartphone in India. The registrations will remain open from June 26 until July 3.
In order to enroll in the program, users should be on firmware version C.37 or C.38. If they are, then they can navigate to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Apply for Beta Version > Update Beta Version and follow the on-screen instructions to region. Once done, selected users will receive the beta build via OTA.
A recent report revealed that Huawei is gearing up to launch a new handset called the Huawei Nova 8i in Southeast Asia. Playfuldroid has shared a render of the handset to give a first look at its rear design.
Huawei Nova 8i design
The official render of the Nova 8i reveals that it is equipped with a round-shaped camera housing on the back. The Mate 30 Pro-like camera module is packed with four cameras and an LED flash can be seen towards the top-left corner.
The back glass appears to be curved towards the left and right edges. Its right edge is flanked with a volume rocker and a power key, which is likely double up a fingerprint scanner. Apart from the Moonlight Silver variant shown here, the handset will also come in Starry Black and Interstellar Blue hues.
Huawei Nova 8i | Source: Playfuldroid
Huawei Nova 8i specifications
A recent report by the same publication revealed that the Huawei Nova 8i has a 6.67-inch LCD panel with a punch-hole at the upper-left corner. It will offer a Full HD+ resolution and a 94.7 percent screen space. There is no word on the front camera of the phone, but its rear camera system is expected to house a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel superwide lens, a 2-megapixel macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth helper.
The Snapdragon 662 SoC is likely to fuel the device with a 4,300mAh battery. The handset may carry support for 66W fast charging. It will be shipping with Android 10 OS and EMU 11. There is no information available on the pricing of the Nova 8i.
Last week, Xiaomi launched the Mi 11 Lite smartphone in India, the company’s slimmest phone so far this year, which also comes with a lightweight design. The phone was up for pre-orders in India since 25th June and will go on sale from today. The device can be purchased through Mi.com, Mi Home Stores, Flipkart, and retail stores across the country.
In India, the phone comes in three color options — Tuscany Coral, Jazz Blue, and Vinyl Black. The 6GB RAM with 128GB storage model costs ₹21,999 while the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage variant is priced at ₹23,999.
As for the specifications, the smartphone features a 6.55-inch AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, offering 402ppi pixel density, 10-bit color depth, 90Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
Underneath, the phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G chipset which is coupled with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. On the connectivity front, it supports dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, and GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO).
In the camera department, the phone features a triple-camera setup that includes a 64-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 5-megapixel tele-macro lens. On the front side, the device has a 16-megapixel snapper for taking selfies.
Other features of the Mi 11 Lite include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, 360-degree ambient light sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor, gyroscope, compass, linear vibration motor, and IR blaster.
The device runs the MIUI 12 custom user interface based on Android 11 and is powered by a 4,250mAh battery that comes with support for 33W fast charging technology.
Realme is gearing up to expand its offerings to new categories, including laptops and tablets. The China-based brand has already confirmed these new devices and is all set to soon launch Realme Book, the company’s first laptop.
A new tweet from the company confirms that the first-ever laptop from the brand will come with Windows 11. However, it’s not yet confirmed if the Realme Book will have Windows 11 out-of-the-box or not but the device will definitely be compatible with the latest version of the Windows operating system.
Even if the laptop doesn’t come pre-installed with Windows 11 operating system, it could be one of the first devices to get access to the next-generation of the operating system from Microsoft which comes with several new features.
The Realme Book is expected to go official in India around Diwali, which means that it’s likely that the laptop will come installed with Windows 10 and later, the product will be updated to the Windows 11 operating system.
Currently, nothing much is known about the first laptop from the Realme brand but based on the teasers shared by the company, it seems that the design inspiration is taken from Apple’s MacBook Air. We expect to know more about the device in the coming weeks.
Once launched, the Realme Book will compete against the laptops launched by Xiaomi and its sub-brand Redmi in the Indian market. It is likely to come with an affordable price stage, under ₹50,000. To know for sure, we will have to wait for the official launch.
One of the major features of the Windows 11 operating system is that it can now natively run Android apps which can be downloaded through Amazon’s Appstore. Microsoft hasn’t confirmed the official release date for Windows 11 to the general public, but we do know it’ll be available this holiday season.
At the beginning of this month, Samsung announced the Galaxy A22 4G and Galaxy A22 5G phones in Europe. Past reports have claimed that the South Korean company will be announcing the Galaxy A22 4G in India soon. New posters that have appeared now reveals that the smartphone is already up for purchase in offline markets in the country.
Samsung Galaxy A22 price in India
The leaked posters show that the Galaxy A22 4G handset that has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage is priced at Rs 18,499. Customers who are interested in this phone can purchase it through offline retail stores. Buyers will be able to take advantage of Samsung Care offers such as free home delivery, Samsung Finance+, and Samsung Care+. The posters show that the A22 4G is available in black, green, and purple colors.
Samsung Galaxy A22 specifications
The Galaxy A22 has a 6.4-inch S-AMOLED display that offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. The Helio G80 chipset is present under the hood of the device, and it runs on OneUI 3.1 based on Android 11.
For selfies, it has a front camera of 13-megapixel, and its rear camera setup has a 48-megapixel primary lens, an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor, and a pair of 2-megapixel cameras. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It houses a 5,000mAh battery that carries support for 15W fast charging.
At present, it is unclear whether the company will be launching the Galaxy A22 5G in India.
The Vivo X60t Pro+ flagship phone has launched in China. It is the newest addition to the X60 family, which includes phones like the Vivo X60, X60 Pro, X60 Pro+X60t, and X60 Curved Screen Version. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and pricing of the newly unveiled X60t Pro+.
Vivo X60t Pro+ specifications and features
The Vivo X60t Pro+ has a 6.56-inch AMOLED display with curved edges. It offers a 19.8:9 aspect ratio, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2376 pixels, a 398ppi pixel density, and up to 120Hz refresh rate. The display of the X60t Pro+ is integrated with a fingerprint scanner.
The Snapdragon 888 mobile platform is present under the hood of the X60t Pro+. The SoC is coupled with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The device houses a 4,200mAh battery that supports 55W rapid charging.
Vivo X60t Pro+
The X60t Pro+ has a 32-megapixel front camera. Its rear camera setup has a 50-megapixel Samsung GN1 main camera with f/1.57 aperture, a 48-megapixel Sony IMX598 ultrawide lens with micro-gimbal OIS, a 12-megapixel telephoto lens, and an 8-megapixel telephoto periscope lens. For selfies, it has a 32-megapixel front camera.
The X60t Pro+ boots to Android 11 O and OriginOS UI 1.0. It offers other features like dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2, dual-frequency GPS, NFC, and USB-C. So, what sets the X60t Pro+ from the existing X60 Pro+? The only noticeable difference between the two devices is that the X60 Pro+ features a 32-megapixel telephoto lens instead of a 12-megapixel telephoto snapper found on the X60t Pro+.
Vivo X60t Pro+ pricing and availability
The X60 Pro+ has arrived in two options in China such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. They are priced at 4,999 Yuan (~$773) and 5,999 Yuan (~$928), respectively. It comes in Classic Orange and Dark Blue colors.
A prototype image has been shared online of the Apple Watch Series 3 that sports a unique possible Smart Connector on the device. A hidden connection port is a regular feature of Apple Watches, and this enables easy internal diagnostics by Apple and other internal tests. The prototype was shared by Guilio Zompetti and indicated the presence of two other ports which were not hidden, with a close semblance to the Apple iPad’s Smart Connector, but much smaller. The Apple Watch has evolved over the years from a simple gadget to a potent smart wearable device in some cases, capable of providing an array of health and fitness advisory and data. The Apple Watch became even more poignant during the coronavirus pandemic. They were transformed into devices capable of predicting the onset of the coronavirus several days before symptoms appeared.
Apple might have experimented on some “smart bands” in earlier revisions of Apple Watch S3.
Authoritative Apple tipster, Zompetti, in his Twitter feed relating to the prototype, says that the prototype is an Apple Watch 3 prototype which the company was testing back then. From the prototype image, it seems Apple was working on including a pair of Smart Connectors which may function for blood pressure monitoring. The connectors are located where the band of the watch would sit, meaning it would work with the smart band to perform the function. However, the optics of how the blood pressure sensor will interface with the Smart Band is unknown, as the tipster did not provide any additional information in this direction.
Apple is getting set to launch the Watch Series 7 but we can’t say if this feature will make it into the model.
New computers running Windows 11 will most likely not arrive until the end of the year, probably in time for the holidays. However, a lot of people will not need to pick up a new PC to get to experience the new version of Windows. Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 will be available as a free upgrade for current Windows users, at least if your PC meets the requirements.
Honor is still basking in the success of the Honor 50 series. It was reported a few days ago that Honor sold ¥500 million worth in the first minute the devices went on sale. Now, the manufacturer is preparing to announce a new device called the Honor X20 SE, and now live photos have surfaced.
Image source: Digital Chat Station (via Weibo)
It has been reported that the Honor X20 SE is a mid-range phone with a 6.6-inch LCD display and a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone will be powered by a Dimensity 700 processor, have 64MP triple rear cameras, and support 22.5W fast charging.
The live photos were shared on Weibo by Digital Chat Station, the same source that revealed the specs last week. The photos show the Honor X20 SE will be available in two colors – gradient peach and gradient red – and we can agree that both colors are gorgeous.
The Honor X20 SE has a centered punch hole and pretty slim bezels on three of the sides while the chin has a slightly thicker chin. On the back, the phone’s triple cameras are placed in an elongated pill-shaped housing. Honor has given a similar color finish as the rest of the back and it helps with the overall appearance of the phone.
There is still no info about when the phone will be announced but the photos appear to have been taken at a store, so a launch should be close.
The Lenovo Smart Clock was announced back in 2019 during CES. Last August, it was followed up with a cheaper model, the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential. Now, a successor called the Lenovo Smart Clock 2 has appeared on the manufacturer’s US website and it brings a new design and additional features.
We knew a successor was coming earlier this month when we spotted it on the Bluetooth SIG website. Now that it is here, we are pretty excited. Not only does the new alarm clock, which still doubles as a smart speaker, boast a new design, but it is also available in more colors.
The Lenovo Smart Clock 2 is taller now, as a bit more base has been added to it. The display is still angled and the body is wrapped in a soft-touch fabric that is available in gray, black, and blue. There are two buttons on top for controlling the volume, and at the bottom is a power jack and a microphone mute switch. Unfortunately, there is no longer a USB-A port on the back for charging your devices.
Lenovo has decided to make more money by moving that USB port to an optional wireless charging dock for the Smart Clock 2. What this means is that, if you still want to use the clock to charge your device, you will have to shell out extra cash for the dock. The dock also has a wireless charging pad with a maximum power output of 10W. Lenovo has also brought over the nightlight of the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential to the charging dock. The dock connects to the smart clock via pogo pins.
The Lenovo Smart Clock 2 still has a 4” LCD IPS Touchscreen but the resolution wasn’t stated. There is 1GB of RAM, a MediaTek MT8167S processor, and 8GB of built-in storage. Like we said above, the new smart clock is bigger and Lenovo has put that extra space to use with the addition of an extra 3W speaker for stereo sounds.
The Smart Clock 2 connects via 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. It also has Bluetooth 4.2, a light sensor, and an accelerometer. The dimensions are given as 93.30mm x 113.48mm x 71.33mm while the weight is 298 grams.
Lenovo is yet to announce a price tag for the Smart Clock 2 as well as the charging dock. However, when it goes on sale, buyers will be able to purchase it in Abyss Blue, Heather Grey, or Shadow Black.
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Just like the original, you have Google Assistant onboard and you can control your smart home devices, ask it questions, listen to podcasts, set reminders, and more. You should also be able to use it to make voice calls over Duo.
Ducati has officially launched a new e-scooter dubbed Ducati PRO-I EVO. This is the brand’s latest attempt at launching an electric two-wheeler but it isn’t what one would expect from the renowned Italian motorcycle manufacturer.
The e-scooter looks like a rebadged Xiaomi M365 electric scooter except for the brand’s logo at the handlebar. The scooter is touted to pack a 350W hub motor powered by a 280Wh battery. The motor can deliver a top speed of 15.5 mph (25 km/h). The company didn’t say the range which the electric scooter can go on a single charge.
The Ducati PRO-I EVO isn’t the brand’s first light electric vehicle. It had earlier partnered with other manufacturers to release its own-branded models. Since the Xiaomi scooter is manufactured by Ninebot, we believe this model may also have been manufactured by Segway-Ninebot but we can’t say for sure.
Ducati had earlier partnered Thok E-Bikes to launch a cool electric mountain bike under the Ducati brand with other models following. Also, it launched a Ducati-branded e-scooter with seats in partnership with Super SOCO.
Interestingly, the brand is yet to launch an electric motorcycle to date. Ducati’s CEO had earlier hinted that the company was looking to move to the manufacture of electric bikes in the near future. However, the brand later stated that it wasn’t planning to manufacture an electric model any time soon. Instead, the company indicated it would explore other options for greener motorcycles such as the use of synthetic fuels.
As for the pricing, the Ducati PRO-I EVO electric scooter carries a hefty $477 price tag.
Search engine giant Google is taking steps to further safeguard the search engine users from utilizing search results that may be unreliable or inherently false. In the age of fake news, the company recently began a fact-checking mechanism for ascertaining the authenticity of search results. Fact-checking will further enhance the quality of information accessed via the search engine.
However, the fact-checking mechanism is not effective when swamped with breaking news, making it difficult to fact-check content and establish which is authentic. Under such a scenario when Google cannot guarantee the authenticity of a search item, it has been reported that Google will subsequently warn the user. An explanation will then follow the warning, stating that the topic you are searching for is new. An indication is provided that the fact-checking algorithm takes time to establish the reliability of sources.
Like social media platforms Facebook and Twitter, Google is putting mechanisms in the form of deep learning algorithms to curb the spread of fake news under its platform. In addition, many social media platforms are increasingly trying to prevent their platform from being used as an avenue for propagating fake and sometimes incendiary news.
For the instances where it cannot quickly fact-check the search result, users are prompted that the search results they are seeing are fast evolving. Google has already confirmed it started the testing just a week ago. The message is currently popping up in very few searches, mainly about developing stories and trending topics.
Google is the largest search engine company in the world and hopes the unveiling of this new feature will further firm up the company’s prospects. The company has continued to enhance the quality of its search with its search literacy advocacy. It also recently added the About button aimed at improving the quality of the search.
How many names can a phone go by? For the Redmi Note 10T, the answer is three. The new smartphone is the same device sold as the Redmi Note 10 5G in Europe and as the POCO M3 Pro in other markets including Russia!
Redmi Note 10T Specs
The Redmi Note 10T has a 6.5-inch FHD+ Dot Display with a 2400 x 1080 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate with AdaptiveSync technology. The centered punch hole is home to an 8MP camera that can take portrait selfies, record in FHD, and also has a timelapse mode.
There is a Dimensity 700 processor under the hood. It is a 5G chipset but there is no support for 5G. The spec sheet says that the phone comes in three configurations – 4GB RAM + 64GB, 4GB RAM + 128GB, and 6GB RAM + 128GB. The RAM is LPDDR4X and the storage is UFS 2.2.
For the rear cameras, you get a 48MP f/1.79 main camera, a 2MP f/2.4 macro camera, and a 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor. The camera can record in FHD at 30fps and also in HD slow motion at 120fps. There is also a macro video mode.
The Redmi Note 10T comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and also has support for AI Face Unlock. It has got NFC, an IR blaster, and an earphone jack too. It runs MIUI 12 based on Android 11 out of the box, packs a 5000mAh battery, and has support for 18W fast charging.
Redmi Note 10T Price and Availability
The Redmi Note 10T is currently available only in one configuration as of the time of writing, and that is the 4GB RAM + 128GB version. It can be purchased in Green Glow, Blue Midnight, Silver Chrome, or Graphite Gray for ₽21,990 (~$305). However, the price has been discounted to ₽19,990 (~$277).
Regardless of the discount, we don’t recommend that you buy it. Why? This is because Xiaomi Russia is selling the 6GB RAM + 128GB version of the POCO M3 Pro (no 5G), which is the Redmi Note 10T with a slightly different design and POCO branding, for ₽16,990 (~$235)!!! Both phones are available on the Xiaomi Russia website.
MWC (Mobile World Congress) Barcelona begins next week and it is expected that there will be several announcements. While some manufacturers have already made some early announcements, there is still a lot to look forward to. Here is what to expect next week in tech:
Lenovo also has an event on June 28 and it plans to discuss foldable devices according to the description on the MWC website. Maybe we will hear or even see what Lenovo has planned for this new category of devices. Just like Samsung’s own, this too will be a virtual event
Xiaomi Mi TV 6 – June 28
Xiaomi has no plans to attend MWC but it has scheduled a product launch on the first day of the tech event. The launch is for the Mi TV 6, its latest flagship TV. The smart TV packs some pretty impressive features such as dual 48MP cameras and a 100W in-built speaker.
The Chinese manufacturer has applied for trademarks for “NEX Fold”, “Nex Slide”, and “NEX Roll” as spotted by MyFixGuide. Based on the names, it is safe to presume that these are foldable and rollable devices. The NEX Fold should have a similar form factor to the Galaxy Z Fold 2 or Mi MIX Fold while the NEX Slide and NEX Roll should have extendable displays.
It is also worth noting that all of these devices are under the NEX line of Vivo phones which is no surprise considering the NEX line doubles as Vivo’s experimental line of smartphones much like Xiaomi’s MIX series.
We do not the features of these devices and when to expect them to launch. A leak revealed Vivo’s product lineup for the second half of the year but it didn’t mention a foldable or rollable device. However, we won’t rule out the possibility of a concept or working prototype just like OPPO did last year with the OPPO X 2021.
Which of these devices are you excited for? Do let us know in the comment box.
Microsoft announced Windows 11 this week. The new version of Windows should be available as a free upgrade to users but not all PCs will support it. While there are requirements for the new version, you can simply install the PC Health Check App to know if your system will be supported.
The PC Health Check app has now received an update that will tell you why your PC isn’t supported. This was not the case with the earlier version of the app that was available a few days ago. So if you already ran the app but didn’t get a reason for your PC not being supported, you should relaunch the app. It will notify you that there is an update for it. Once updated, run the compatibility check again. Users who are yet to download the app can download it here.
Some of the reasons you will get if your device is not supported include having less than 64GB of storage, having an unsupported processor, not supporting Secure Boot, and not having TPM 2.0 enabled.
Windows 11 hardware requirements:
A 64-bit processor with 1GHz or faster with 2 or more cores
4GB of RAM
64GB or more of storage
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
Graphics card compatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver
Microsoft has also revealed that users running Windows in S Mode will have to switch out of S mode before upgrading. The compatibility page also says S mode is only available on the Home Edition of Windows 11.
Windows 11 is expected to begin rolling out later this year.
If you live in India and you need a 5G all-rounder, you have an ocean of choices. One of the last is the amazing Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G, but there are also several important phones released last year with amazing specifications. Smartphone prices increased in 2021 and often you can find better phones if you look at the ones released a year ago. Among these, there are Motorola Moto G 5G and Realme X7 5G, still sold in the Indian market at great street prices. Here is a comparison between the specifications of Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G, Motorola Moto G 5G, and Realme X7 5G.
Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G vs Motorola Moto G 5G vs Realme X7 5G
Triple 48 + 8 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.3 and f/2.4
16 MP f/2.1 front camera
Triple 48 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/2.2 + f/2.4
16 MP f/2.2 front camera
Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.3, f/2.4 and f/2.4
32 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY
5000 mAh, fast charging 30W, USB-PD 15W
5000 mAh, fast charging 20W
4300 mAh, fast charging 65W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Dual SIM slot, 5G
Dual SIM slot, 5G
Dual SIM slot, 5G
Design
My favorite design and the most attractive one is the Realme X7. Despite it is not built with premium materials, it almost looks like so. It is way thinner than its two rivals with a thickness of just 8.1 mm and it is even lightweight as it weighs just 175 grams. The Motorola Moto G 5G is very thick and heavy compared to other phones, so it is a less comfortable option when it comes to one-handed use and so. Realme Narzo 30 Pro sits in the middle: it is still pretty thick and heavy since it houses a big battery, but not excessively.
Display
Do you need a superior display? Choose the Realme X7 5G and you won’t regret it. The Realme X7 5G is the only one to come with an AMOLED display, so it is able to show brighter colors and deeper blacks. Further, it has an in-display fingerprint reader. The Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G has an IPS panel but it is still very interesting, especially for gamers, because it has a 120 Hz refresh rate. Unfortunately, Motorola Moto G 5G lacks both a high refresh rate and an AMOLED panel, but it has HDR10 technology improving the image quality. However, it can not compete with the Realme X7 5G.
Specs & Software
The best devices in terms of hardware are Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G and Realme X7 5G which pack a Dimensity 800U chipset, up to 8 GB of RAM, and up to 128 GB of UFS 2.1 native storage. The Snapdragon 750G found on the Motorola Moto G 5G is at the same level as the Dimensity 800U (even slightly better, in my opinion), but the phone offers up to 6 GB of RAM, and having 2 gigs more is definitely better. Unfortunately, all of these phones ship with Android 10 out of the box, but they will be updated to Android 11.
Camera
The most advanced cameras belong to the Realme X7 5G. It has a superior 64 MP main camera paired with an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, a 2 MP camera for macros, and a 2 MP dedicated depth sensor. Besides a better main camera, the Realme X7 5G also packs a better front camera with a 32 MP resolution.
Battery
Realme X7 5G wins everywhere except when it comes to the battery life: Motorola Moto G 5G and Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G have bigger 5000 mAh batteries and they beat their higher-end rival. On the other hand, Realme X7 5G supports faster charging with a power of 65W.
Price
You can actually find Realme Narzo 30 Pro with an Rs. 15,999 / $215 starting price, Moto G 5G retails for Rs. 20,999 / $283, and Realme X7 5G costs Rs. 19,999 / $270. If we exclude the battery, Realme X7 5G is the best phone, while the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G has the highest value for money.
Are you a fan of Looney Tunes? If your answer is yes, then you are most likely looking forward to the arrival of Space Jam 2 a.k.a. Space Jam: A New Legacy on July 16. Ahead of the premiere of the movie, Xbox has announced a limited-edition collection of Xbox Wireless Controllers themed after the movie.
The Space Jam: A New Legacy Exclusive Xbox Wireless Controllers are available in three versions: Tune Squad, Server-verse, and Goon Squad. All three versions will be available on July 8 for $69.99 per unit.
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The wireless controller only differs from the regular one with respect to its paint job. It works not only with the Xbox consoles via Xbox Wireless but also with Windows 10 PCs, tablets, and Android devices via Bluetooth. Support for iOS devices will be added in the future according to Xbox. The controller is powered by AA batteries that should provide up to 40 hours of battery life.
Xbox has also revealed that Space Jam: A New Legacy game will be available via early access on Game Pass.
Xiaomi is expected to release MIUI 13 in August. Ahead of it, the company has been updating its devices to MIUI 12.5. The latest handsets to receive this update are Mi 11 Lite 4G and Mi 8 Lite. Both these smartphones are a watered-down version of the flagship Mi 11 and the Mi 8 series respectively.
Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite
The Mi 11 Lite 4G was unveiled in late March with MIUI 12 based on Android 11. The phone is being gradually introduced in markets around the world. It launched in India this week.
Three months after its announcement, the ‘Global’ variant of the handset has started receiving the MIUI 12.5 update with build number V12.5.3.0.RKQMIXM. Unsurprisingly, the software build is in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase. In simpler words, the update is being pushed in batches.
On the other hand, the Mi 8 Lite is a fairly old device. It launched in 2018 with MIUI 9 based on Android 8.0 Oreo. So far, it has received MIUI 10, MIUI 11, and MIUI 12 updates, in addition to Android 9.0 Pie and Android 10.
Now, Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 update for this phone. The update is currently live in China with build number V12.5.1.0.QDTCNXM. It is being seeded out in batches.
The latest system update for both these smartphones should reach the other regional variants in the coming days. Last but not least, this should be the last-ever major update for the Mi 8 Lite. It will not receive MIUI 13 update like the Mi 11 Lite 4G.
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