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.
Automaker Ford’s subsidiary Spin is making steady inroads into the micro-mobility segment with the launch of its first wholly produced e-scooter. The S-100T scooter bears the strong imprimatur of Ford’s design philosophy that embodies durability and safety.
With this new entry into the market, Ford hopes to attract new users into getting on of its versatile scooters, as the number of new users of micro-mobility vehicles keeps going up.
The Spin S-100T will make its debut in Sacramento, United States, by July. Up to 25 of the S-100T will be unveiled and deployed to join its existing fleet. Spin hopes to scale up production to a few thousand by 2022
The S-100T is the culmination of research and development by Spin’s in-house team since 2019. Spin’s previous models were produced in partnership with established producers like Segway-Ninebot and Okai. Durability has been a challenge for scooters as some degenerate rapidly in less than six months in some cases. Spin hopes to fill the gap in this regard with the strong S-100T.
Before being passed fit for the market, the S-100T underwent a comprehensive testing regimen, and it could last for up to three years. That’s twice the lifespan of its predecessor, the S-100, and several other common brands. Spin provided a description of how it arrived at the estimated lifespan by putting the device through extreme conditions for an extended period.
There has been a rise in the use of micro-mobility vehicles since 2020 when the coronavirus pandemic hit the world, and physical distancing became the norm. Spin hopes that its new entry will help to restore confidence in the market. Not much is known at this time about the main features of the S-100T, like the battery capacity, range, and so on.
The Redmi Note 10 is the most affordable model in the Redmi Note 10 series. The handset was initially unveiled alongside the Redmi Note 10 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max in India. Three and a half months after its first sale, the device receives its third price hike.
Redmi Note 10
Xiaomi debuted the Redmi Note 10 for ₹11,999 (4GB + 64GB) and ₹13,999 (6GB + 128GB) respectively. However, the company has quietly increased its price not one but three times.
In late April, the phone got its first price hike. Xiaomi increased the price of both variants by ₹500. Hence, the device retailed for ₹12,499 and ₹14,499 up until the last few days.
On Wednesday, the handset received its second price hike. The price of the 6GB + 128GB variant was increased again by ₹500. Hence, it now costs 14,999.
Just a few days later, the Redmi Note 10 now gets its third price hike. This time around, the price of the base 4GB + 64GB has been increased by ₹500. There, the said variant now retails for ₹12,999.
In a nutshell, Xiaomi India has increased the price of both the storage configurations of the Redmi Note 10 by ₹1,000 just within few months. As a result, customers can now buy a Redmi Note 10S (6GB + 64GB) for the price of the vanilla Redmi Note 10 (6GB + 128GB).
In late February, Xiaomi unveiled the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro in India. The audio accessory went on sale starting March 1. Nearly four months after their release, these earphones have been now spotted with POCO branding on BIS (Bureau of India Standards).
Xiaomi Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro
Xiaomi is known for a wide variety of products other than smartphones. The same can be said for its Redmi brand. However, the POCO brand still only sells smartphones.
Last year, POCO revealed plans to launch a pair of truly wireless earphones (aka TWS) called POCO POP Buds. But that product is yet to make its debut. But we know that it will be a rebadged version of the Redmi AirDots 3 Pro.
Now, as per BIS (via @i_hsay), POCO could also launch a pair of neckband-style earphones. The accessory is listed with model number LYXQEJ05WM, which is identical to that of the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro. In fact, these two products were certified on the same day (March 1).
Xiaomi Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro
If the POCO neckband earphones are the same as the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro, then we can expect features like 10mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.0 25dB ANC (Active Noise Cancellation), ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation), IPX5 certification for splash resistance, 20-hour battery life, MicroUSB charging, and 36g weight.
The Mi-branded accessory comes in two colors (Black, Blue) priced at ₹ 1,799. We can expect the POCO version of these earphones to come in different colors, and maybe even with a cheaper price tag.
Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Watch4 through its Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2021 event that will be held on June 28. Previous leaks claimed that the company will be also announcing the Galaxy Watch Active4 alongside it. However, newer reports have claimed that the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch Active4 are not different devices, but one and the same. Ahead of the launch, 91mobileshas shared the renders of the Galaxy Watch4.
In terms of appearance, the Galaxy Watch4 appears similar to the Galaxy Watch3. Some of the specs mentioned on the backside of the device reveal that it will come in 40mm and 44mm sizes and it will offer features like 5ATM water resistance, MIL-STD-810G durability, Gorilla Glass DX+, and GPS.
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The right edge of the Watch4 features a pair of buttons. As it was previously revealed, it will be available in colors like black, silver, dark green, and rose gold.
Previous reports have revealed that the Galaxy Watch4 has a 5nm processor. As far as OS is concerned, the smartwatch will be running on a customized Tizen-Wear OS platform. The other details of the Watch4 are yet to be confirmed.
A new Xiaomi phone with an M2104K10I model number in the database of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). It is speculated that this model number belongs to the upcoming POCO F3 GT smartphone that set to launch in Q3 this year. The BIS listing suggests that the handset could be launching in India soon.
The POCO F3 GT has a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It runs on MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 OS.
The handset has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. Its rear camera setup features a 64-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. It has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.
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The Dimensity 1200 chip powers the POCO F3 GT with up to 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. The phone comes with up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It is backed by a 5,065Ah battery that carries support for 67W rapid charging. Rumors are rife that the POCO F3 GT could be priced between Rs 25,000 and Rs 30,000 in India.
In the past few weeks, TechnikNews revealed a few key details of the upcoming Motorola phones that are codenamed as Berlin, Berlin NA, Pstar, and Kyoto. Earlier this week, reputed tipster Evan Blass revealed that the Kyoto phone will be arriving in the market with Motorola Edge 20 Lite moniker. Hence, it is speculated that the Berlin, Berlin, and Pstar could be Edge 20 series. A fresh leak by Blass has revealed all the important specs of the purported Edge 20 lineup.
Motorola Edge Berlin and Berlin NA
The new leak reveals that the Motorola Berlin NA will be heading to the North American markets, whereas Berlin will be releasing in global markets and India. The Berlin NA has a 6.78-inch centered punch-hole panel that offers 1080 x 2460 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Berlin model has a smaller 6.67-inch centered punch-hole screen that offers 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 778G powers both handsets with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM. Both handsets will come in 128 GB / 256 GB storage editions.
Both smartphones possess a 32-megapixel front camera. The Berlin NA’s rear camera system has a 108-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel wide-angle/macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The Berlin has 108-megapixel + 16-megapixel wide-angle/macro camera + 8-megapixel telephoto lens (3x zoom) triple camera system. The Berlin NA has a 5,000mAh battery, whereas the global edition is backed by a 4,000mAh battery. Both phones are loaded with Android 11 OS and a mono speaker. The global edition will have a Google Assistant button and it will be available in Emerald, Stout, and White colors.
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Motorola Pstar
The Pstar (also known as Sierra codename) is heading to markets like Asia, Europe, Australia, Latin America, and India. It has a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole display that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 870 chip powers with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM. It is expected to arrive in 128 GB and 256 GB storage choices.
The model releasing in China will have a 16-megapixel front camera, where the variant heading to other markets will have a 32-megapixel front camera. Its rear camera setup has a 108-megapixel main camera, a 16-megapixel wide-angle/macro camera, and an 8-megapixel telephoto snapper with 5x optical zoom. Other features of the phone include a 4,500mAh battery, Android 11 OS, mono speaker, display output, Google Assistant button, and an under-display fingerprint scanner. It will come in three colors like black, white, and blue.
Motorola Kyoto
The Kyoto model is aimed towards markets like global and India. It also features a centered punch-hole that offers 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. The Dimensity 720 fuels the phone with 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM. It will come with a native storage of 128 GB.
It has a 32-megapixel front camera, and its rear has a 108-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel wide-angle/macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It houses a 5,000mAh battery and runs on Android 11 OS. It will also feature a Google Assistant button. The handset will be available in Iron and Cosmos colors.
As mentioned at the beginning of this post, the Kyoto model is expected to launch as Motorola Edge 20 Lite. Hence, it appears that the Berlin/Berlin NA and Pstar may hit the market with the Edge 20+ moniker. At present, there is no information available on the launch date of the Edge 20 lineup. Apart from these phones, the company is also expected to launch Moto G50 5G and Moto G60S handsets.
Ahead of the June 28 launch of the Mi TV 6 series, Xiaomi has consistently been releasing promotional posters giving us an idea of what to expect on the premium smart TV. One of the spectacular features that the company teased recently is that the smart TV will come with a 48MP dual-camera setup.
Xiaomi has released yet another poster that reveals that the Mi TV 6 series will come with a powerful 100W speaker. While this isn’t the first smart Tv that you’ll find in the market packing a 100W speaker setup, this is the first time Xiaomi is mounting such a powerful speaker on its smart TV. With this setup, users will enjoy a powerful sound output without needing an external soundbar.
Before now, smart TVs usually have speakers of small size and subsequently low wattage. This is mostly due to the limited space available to fit in a speaker on a smart TV which manufacturers try to keep at its thinnest.
Xiaomi is also expected to release the Mi TV 6 Series Extreme Edition packing a premium QLED display that will be on par with Sony’s flagship TV. The Mi TV 6 series will also come with Wi-Fi 6 network connection, an HDMI 2.1 interface as well as AMD FreeSync Premium game display certification. The Mi TV 6 Extreme Edition’s display will also come with Dolby Vision IQ, IMAX Enhanced certifications.
Xiaomi will also be launching the Mi TV ES 2021 series in China on that same day.
OnePlus released a device that is being called “the perfect mid-ranger” by a lot of people. It is the OnePlus Nord CE 5G, packing amazing specifications and a 5G-enabled chipset at a very modest price. But the mother company OPPO also came up with similar devices in this portfolio. Since OnePlus just merged with OPPO, now there is a lot of internal rivals and it is very hard to understand which one is the best, especially in the midrange segment. This comparison between Nord CE 5G and OPPO F19 Pro+ will tell you the differences between these devices and hopefully, let you find out which one is the best for you.
OnePlus Nord CE 5G vs OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
159.2 x 73.5 x 7.9 mm, 170 grams
160.1 x 73.4 x 7.8 mm, 173 grams
DISPLAY
6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Fluid AMOLED
6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED
Despite it is a sort of remake of the original Nord, OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a more optimized design than OPPO F19 Pro+. On the front side, it has narrower bezels making the panel more elegant. Further, thanks to the narrower bezels, the phone is more compact despite having the same display diagonal as its rival. With its rectangle-shaped camera module, OPPO F19 Pro+ looks more modern but its thicker bezels are a con. You can not see a fingerprint reader on both these phones because it is integrated into the display. The OPPO F19 Pro+ has a better build quality and it comes with the Gorilla Glass 5 protection, but I like the design of the Nord CE 5G more.
Display
OnePlus Nord CE 5G and OPPO F19 Pro+ are equipped with great AMOLED panels sporting a 6.43-inch diagonal and a Full HD+ resolution with 1080 x 2400 pixels, as well as an optical in-display fingerprint reader for authentication. As already mentioned OnePlus Nord CE 5G has narrower bezels, but its front panel is not better only due to its aesthetics. The Nord CE 5G also comes with a higher refresh rate than OPPO F19 Pro+: 90 Hz instead of 60 Hz. That is the main difference between the displays of these phones: the OnePlus handset can provide a smoother viewing experience.
Specs & Software
The most advanced hardware belongs to the OnePlus Nord CE 5G. When it comes to the CPU performance, there is no much difference between the Snapdragon 750G by MediaTek and the Dimensity 800U by Qualcomm: both are great midrange processors with 5G support. But with the OnePlus Nord CE 5G, you can get more RAM and more internal storage: the handset comes with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.1 native storage, while OPPO F19 Pro+ has just 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The phones run Android 11 out of the box, customized by OxygenOS and ColorOS, respectively.
Camera
Despite it has a lower amount of cameras, the OnePlus Nord CE 5G should be able to provide a greater photo quality. It has a superior 64 MP main camera paired with an 8 MP ultrawide sensor and a 2 MP camera for macros. With the OPPO F19 Pro+, you get a 48 MP main camera, an 8 MP ultrawide camera, and a pair of 2 MP sensors for macros and depth.
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a bigger battery with a capacity of 4500 mAh and it should provide a slightly longer battery life despite the OPPO F19 Pro+ has a chipset built with a better production process (7 nm vs 8 nm). On the other hand, the OPPO F19 Pro+ supports faster charging thanks to a power of 50W.
Price
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a starting price of Rs. 22,999 in India, while OPPO F19 Pro+ starts from Rs. 23,449. Unless you find a street price making the OPPO F19 Pro+ way cheaper, the OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a slightly better option due to its higher refresh rate, and great cameras. On the other hand, the 50W fast charging tech found on the OPPO F19 Pro+ is very comfortable and the overall differences are just marginal.
OnePlus Nord CE 5G vs OPPO F19 Pro+ 5G: PRO and CONS
OUKITEL, the renowned phone manufacture known for its rock-stable rugged phones is in the limelight with its new lightweight rugged smartphone WP12 Pro. Being the successor to the WP12 launched in March, the WP12 Pro carries the same DNA as that of the W12 but differs with several improvements.
The WP12 Pro has larger storage and a better processor than its predecessor as you’d expect. As an early bird offer, OUKITEL is giving the WP12 Pro for just $99.99 till July 4. It is a decent price OUKITEL has attached. Moreover, the subscribers of the OUKITEL website will get a $2 discount code on 26th June. Resultingly, the subscribed users can avail of the WP12 Pro at $97.99 by utilizing the OUKITEL special code. Interested users can grab the powerful device by heading to the official website.
Striking features at a glance
Some of the striking features of the WP12 Pro include:
Light-weight body and affordable
4GB+64GB base variant (Other storage options include; 4GB+32GB and 4GB+64GB)
Powerful Octa-core Processor
Beefy 4000mAh battery
Latest Android 11 OS
Powered by MediaTek 6762D Chipset
Chipset is an important part of a smartphone as the rest of the other specs depend on the capability of the chipset. Fortunately, the WP12 Pro is powered by 12nm MediaTek 6762D, which is an Octa-Core processor based on 4 x ARM Cortex A53 cores clocked at 1.8Ghz. There’s an IMG PowerVR GE-class GPU, and the combo delivers a decent performance.
Another highlight of the WP12 is its 4000mAh battery. As per OUKITEL, it’s enough for 22 hours of phone calls, 11 hours of streaming, and 10 hours of gaming. Interestingly, WP12 Pro comes with the reverse charging feature which allows you to charge other devices.
Coming to the photography, on the rear, WP12 Pro features a 13MP SONY IMX135 5MP main sensor paired with an auxiliary sensor of unknown resolution. For selfies, it features a 5MP AI selfie camera. To make the photos look stunning, the device features some cool software trickeries and special modes such as HDR, night modes, beautify modes, and bokeh mode.
Tough and Strong Build
It’s incomplete without mentioning the build quality, especially when it is from OUKITEL. The WP12 Pro, although designed to be tough has its own charm to attract users. The display is made of Corning Gorilla Glass, so it won’t be easy to shatter the glass for an external agent or force.
Coming to the placement of the other hardware elements. A speaker and the front camera are embedded on the top bezel. While at the edges, the right side features all the usual buttons including the volume up and down buttons and the power button. Interestingly, a customizable button is present on the left side to do a number of things such as snapping quick pictures underwater. The top surface houses the 3.5mm headphone jack for your earpiece whereas the bottom features the USB-C port.
That being said, you can avail of the WP12 Pro for as low as $97, if subscribe to OUKITEL on June 26th via the official Oukitel Store.
Apple has been the subject of several leaks in recent times, some involving essential trade secrets. The company has been pursuing an in-house cleaning process that has seen it secure convictions for some of its identified leak sources. A prominent leaker, Kang, stated that he received a strongly-worded warning letter from a legal firm on behalf of Apple, relating to leaked information traced to him concerning unreleased Apple products.
In a post on social media platform Weibo, Kang divulged the content of the letter from the US tech giant. Apple’s lawyers warned that leaking information about unreleased Apple products can seriously affect the company and give its competitors an unfair advantage by accessing company trade secrets. The letter also stated that customers are misled through such leaks, as what may be disclosed is unlikely to be accurate.
Kang has had a few leaks posted via his handle concerning Apple products. Some of the leaks were even couched in riddles, but it would seem that Apple’s tracing mechanism had identified him. Kang indeed has a long record of Apple leaks, including the iPhone 12 full lineup, MagSafe for iPhone, and several others. It has to be stated that most of the leaks were authentic, as subsequent events showed.
To reduce the incidence of embarrassing leaks, Apple had put in place some stringent in-house measures that were aimed at identifying and weeding out employees who divulge important info and data to unauthorized third parties. The legal direction is to add further bite to Apple’s pursuit of individuals who continue to expose it to its competitors and sometimes provide misleading information to the public.
The internal security measures in place seem to be holding firm concerning iOS 15 – at least for now, as no leak has come through concerning Apple’s in-development operating system.
Mobility firm Gogoro has penned a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Foxconn to fast track the pursuit of Gogoro in making its smart e-scooters easily accessible globally beyond its current forte of Taiwan. One of the standout features of Gogoro’s e-scooters is their swappable battery setup that makes it possible to switch batteries of different units.
One of Gogoro’s battery swapping stations
The memorandum of understanding will enable both Gogoro and manufacturing powerhouse Foxconn to collaborate on vehicle design and manufacturing and accessories development and production. The agreement also covers technology development for the smart battery setup of Gogoro’s intended global e-scooters. In addition, the MOU will allow Gogoro to effectively pursue its expansion plans by designing, developing, and distributing the products that will come out of the Gogoro-Foxconn engagement.
Gogoro has seen rapid expansion from its home base of Taiwan amidst advanced plans to set shop in India and mainland China, thereby assessing the massive population of over two billion residents in the two countries. However, Gogoro has greater plans even beyond its present moves. It hopes to deploy its innovative battery-swapping scheme to other climes. The battery-swapping scheme has been a very successful program, as any Gogoro e-scooter user can just drive into a swapping station to get a fully charged battery replacement for their units, thus expanding the range capabilities and eliminating the time spent recharging.
No details of timelines and milestones in the MOU were disclosed at this time. Therefore, the fine details of the MOU are not yet available, and indeed there was no mention of the e-scooters as the item of collaboration. A move by Foxconn into the possible production of e-bikes could mean a huge diversification from its major mandate of producing electric vehicles. Subsequent development will reveal the direction of the collaboration.
Xiaomi has confirmed to launch the Mi TV 6 series in China on June 28. Earlier today, the company revealed that the new television lineup will be accompanied by yet another smart TV series called Mi TV ES 2022. The firm even teased some of its specs as well as price range.
Xiaomi Mi TV ES 2022 Series
According to the official Xiaomi Mi TV Weibo account, the upcoming Mi TV ES 2022 series will be priced at around ¥4000. The company claims that these TV models will come with features that are unheard of in the said price segment.
Xiaomi has confirmed certain specs of these televisions. As per the company, the panel used in the Mi TV ES 2022 series will support multi-zone local dimming. The screen is said to offer more brightness and better color accuracy.
Further, the televisions will feature a full-screen design with a thin body and a metal frame. They will come with better built-in speakers and far-field microphones for hands-free voice control.
The TVs will also come with more RAM for better performance.TVs will work well with the Xiaomi ecosystem and will have certifications for eye protection as well as low blue light emission.
Last but not least, the Mi TV ES 2022 series will include three models – 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch.
Xiaomi has been working on its new Mi MIX series flagship smartphone — Mi MIX 4 which is expected to go official in the coming months. It is being speculated that the phone will come running the new MIUI 13 custom user interface based on Android.
Currently, the MIUI 13 is under testing, and smartphones launched by Xiaomi in the past two years could be compatible with the new update. Now, Li Ming, the company’s executive confirmed the internal testing of the upcoming user interface and also hinted that MIUI 13 could be officially launched in August this year.
The company is also expected to adopt a new internal testing mechanism in the new version of the Xiaomi Community application and the platform could also have a new name.
The current version of the MIUI Internal Testing Center includes internal testing, public testing, development builds, and other versions that are not suitable for usage among the masses. It is not recommended for regular users to use the internal testing version.
MIUI 13 was first rumored to make its debut by the end of June this year but it looks like it won’t be the case. While its announcement in July also seems like a possibility, this new post from Xiaomi executive hints at the August launch. To know more sure, we will have to wait a bit longer for the official announcement.
Realme has silently announced the Realme C11 (2021) entry-level phone in India. A listing of the phone had appeared at the Flipkart retailer site earlier this month. The handset is now officially listed on Realme India’s website. In terms of specs, it is a downgraded version of the Realme C11, which was announced last year.
Realme C11 (2021) specifications and features
The Realme C11 (2021) has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD HD+ display that delivers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. The display notch features a 5-megapixel selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture. It supports functions like panoramic view, portrait mode, expert mode, timelapse, HDR, beauty, and filter.
Its rear houses an 8-megapixel single camera with an f/2.0 aperture. The front camera supports features like autofocus, portrait mode, beauty mode, HDR, face recognition, filter, 4x digital zoom, and 30fps video shooting.
Realme C11 2021
The C11 (2021) is the Realme’s first smartphone to be driven by a Unisoc chip. The Unisoc SC9863 chip is accompanied by 2 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. The device offers users with 32 GB of eMMC 5.1 storage.
The C11 (2021) has a 5,000mAh battery that carries support for reverse charging. The handset boots to Realme UI Go Edition based on Android 11. It is equipped with other features like dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, microUSB, and a 3.5mm audio jack. While it supports face unlock, it does not feature a fingerprint scanner.
Realme C11 (2021) price in India
The Realme C11 (2021) has arrived with a price tag of Rs 6,799 (~$92) in India. Apart from India, the handset is also available in other markets like Russia and Philippines.
A mysterious OPPO smartphone with a PFGM00 model number was certified by China’s two important authorities such as TENAA and 3C at the beginning of this month. These certifications revealed the appearance and specifications of the phone, but there was no information on its final product name. Today, the handset appeared in China Telcom’s product library (via) with the release date, pricing, and moniker.
OPPO A93s 5G specifications and features (Rumored)
The China Telecom listing confirms that the OPPO PFGM00 handset will be debuting in the home market as the OPPO A93s 5G. The handset is equipped with a 6.5-inch LCD FHD+ display with a punch-hole design, an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 48-megapixel + 2-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system.
OPPO A93s 5G
The MT6833 chip, which is nothing but the Dimensity 700 SoC is present under the hood of the device. The device is expected to release in China in 128 GB and 256 GB storage choices. Both models are expected to feature 8 GB of RAM. The handset is packed with a 5,000mAh battery that carries support for 18W fast charging. Other features of the handset include a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a side-facing fingerprint reader.
The OPPO A93s 5G is a new version of the Snapdragon 480 powered OPPO A93 5G that was announced in January 2021. The only difference between both the phones is that the A93s 5G comes with a MediaTek chip.
OPPO A93s 5G pricing and release date (Rumored)
The OPPO A93s 5G is expected to release in China on July 7. The 128 GB and 256 GB editions of the phones may cost 1,999 Yuan (~$310) and 2,199 Yuan (~$340) at launch. It is likely to arrive in three colors such as White Peach Soda, Early Summer Light Sea, and Summer Night Star River.
OPPO unveiled the OPPO Reno6 series in China in late May. The lineup includes three devices, namely OPPO Reno6 5G, OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G, and OPPO Reno6 Pro+ 5G. One of these smartphones is now being reported to launch in India in the coming weeks.
OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G
According to a report by Moneycontrol, the OPPO Reno smartphone for India is just around the corner. According to the publication’s sources, the Chinese handset maker is expected to launch the OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G in mid-July.
The upcoming OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G will act as a successor to the OPPO Reno5 Pro 5G from earlier this year. For those unaware, the latter phone debuted in India in January. Hence, the former device is hitting the region exactly six months later.
Unfortunately, it’s not known whether the device coming to India is the same as the model available in China. That’s because Chinese handset makers are known for releasing different devices with similar branding based on regions.
If the OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G for India is identical to the one launched in China, then we can expect features like a 6.55-inch FHD+ 90Hz curved AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, 64MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, 32MP selfie camera, ColorOS 11.3 based on Android 11, 4,500mAh battery, and 65W fast charging.
Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Unisoc have already placed orders with TSMC for their upcoming 5G mobile application processors. The orders are for the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s 6nm process.
According to a paywalled report from DigiTimes, the various known chip makers have placed orders with the world’s largest contract chip manufacturer for its 6nm process. The report arrives from industry sources close to the matter. Unfortunately, finer details regarding these orders are currently unknown at the moment. Although, we had previously reported on TSMC securing orders from Qualcomm for its new chips that are set to launch in the second half of this year.
These orders were apparently for TSMC’s 5nm and 6nm processes, as per a tipster, and were for the American mobile chip maker’s mid to high range mobile processors. Furthermore, the news also arrives amid the semiconductor shortage that has affected various industries across the globe. This includes the automobile, consumer electronics, and even the smartphone industry as well.
In other words, the orders for 6nm process from Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Unisoc also implies that the fab makers are trying to make the most of the situation at hand with different options that are available at the moment. As of right now, TSMC is packed with orders for its advanced 5nm process, so it would make sense that firms would also place orders with other advanced process as well. Unfortunately, we have no way of confirming this news right now, so stay tuned for more as we will be providing updates when any notable information is available regarding this matter.
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2021 will be held between June 28 and July 1 in Barcelona, Spain. A few days ahead of the event, TCL’s brand Alcatel has announced three new devices called Alcatel 1 (2021), Alcatel 1L Pro, and Alcatel Movetime Family Watch 2.
Alcatel 1 (2021) specifications and features
The Alcatel 1 (2021) is an entry-level phone that features a 5-inch display that offers an 18:9 aspect ratio. The MediaTek MT6739 chip fuels the phone with 1 GB of RAM. It offers 16 GB of native storage and a microSD card slot for more storage. It ships with Android 11 Go Edition.
Alcatel 1 (2021)
It is packed with a meager 2,000mAh battery. For photography, it has a 2-megapixel front camera and an LED-assisted 8-megapixel rear camera. It will be hitting the European and Latin American markets with pricing of 59 euros (~$70) in August. The handset will be available in colors like Volcano Black and AI Aqua.
Alcatel 1L Pro specifications and features
The Alcatel 1L Pro has a larger 6.1-inch IPS HD+ display and it is powered by a Unisoc SC9863A chipset. The SoC is coupled with 2 GB of RAM. It has 32GB internal storage and a microSD card slot for more storage.
Alcatel 1L Pro
The device is backed by a 3,000mAh battery that supports 5W charging. It has a front camera of 5-megapixel, and its rear camera island has a 13-megapixel primary lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It also runs on Android 11 Go Edition and it has a rear-facing fingerprint scanner. Priced at 2,699 Mexican pesos (~$133), the Alcatel 1L Pro will be heading to multiple markets such as Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. The handset will be available in Power Grey and Twilight Blue colors.
Alcatel Movetime Family Watch 2
The Alcatel Movetime Family Watch 2 is a wearable device for kids that features an IP65-rated chassis, a 1.54-inch display with 2D glass, and a 2-megapixel camera. It has 4 GB of RAM, 512 MB of storage, and an 850mAh battery.
Alcatel Movietime Family Watch 2
It supports GPS and LTE connectivity through nano-SIM. The smartwatch offers other features like an SOS button, step counter, and distance tracker. The Movetime Family Watch 2will be heading to Europe by mid-August with a price tag of 149 euros (~$178).
Realme is apparently entering the consumer electronics’ lifestyle segment as it is gearing up for the launch of new personal care products in India. The company will be launching its Buds 2 Neo earphones in the region on 1st July 2021, new trimmers, and hair dryer, along with products from its sub brand Dizo.
The Chinese smartphone maker will be releasing a new beard trimmer, hair dryer, and the Buds 2 Neo in India. These three new products will be making their global debut in India on the 1st of July. Notably, the products are also currently listed on Flipkart, a popular e-retailer in India, which has also revealed certain specs and features of these gadgets. On the same date, the company would even be releasing products from its new sub brand, Dizo.
Although, finer details regarding these Dizo products are currently unknown. Talking about the Buds 2 Neo first, the new wireless earphones will arrive in a textured design in blue and black color variants. It offers 11.2 mm drivers that have an emphasis on bass and is expected to be priced lower than the previously launched Buds 2. Moving forward, the Realme beard trimmer will take on the Mi Trimmer from Xiaomi in India. This trimmer offers 20 length settings with 0.5mm precision and has a run time of 2 hours on a single full charge.
The blades on this trimmer are self sharpening steel and is powered by an 800mAh battery pack on the inside. It is a cordless trimmer, which supports a Type C port for charging. Arriving at the second personal care product, the hair dryer from the brand will also be launched on July 1. This is also the first personal care product aimed for women, with some of its key features being quick dry, temperature control, speed control and heat settings, along with three layer protection and a sleek and comfortable design.
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