Huawei has secured a foothold in the top 3 of the global foldable phone market for Q3 2024, according to a recent report by IDC. That’s a notable comeback for the Chinese tech giant, despite a lack of recent overseas launches in the foldable space.
Landing at 13.2% market share, Huawei’s performance hinges largely on its success within the domestic Chinese market. While the company hasn’t launched new foldable devices internationally for some time, its flagship offerings within China seem to have paid off.
Additionally, the company’s flagship, Mate XT (review), has captured significant consumer attention in the mainland. Huawei’s tri-fold phone is set to launch globally soon. This innovative device has already piqued the interest of international consumers and could drive sales in global markets.
Looking forward, industry experts believe Huawei could further solidify its position in the foldable market by Q1 2025. However, this is contingent on the success of new product launches.
Samsung is still in the lead
Meanwhile, Samsung reclaims the top spot in Q3 2024 with a dominant 51% market share. The South Korean tech giant’s success is attributed to the well-received Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 handsets, which have regained market share lost to Huawei and Honor earlier this year.
Lenovo, with its Motorola brand, secures second place with a 15.1% market share. It’s impressive that Motorola has achieved such a significant share with a lineup focused solely on clamshell foldables. Rounding out the top 5 are Honor (7.6%) and Xiaomi (6.3%).
The global foldable market is experiencing significant growth, with IDC estimating a 22% increase this year – three times the growth rate of the regular smartphone market. The trend suggests a lucrative Q4 for the overseas foldable market, with all eyes on upcoming launches from players like Huawei.
ViewSonic has launched a new 27-inch gaming monitor called VX2700-4K-Pro in the Chinese market. The monitor was announced earlier this year and now going on sale officially. It is priced at 3,299 Yuan ($456) and is available on JD.com.
ViewSonic VX2700-4K-Pro Specifications:
It features a QD-MiniLED panel with 1152 local dimming zones and 4608 MiniLED lights, enhancing backlight precision and reducing halo effects. It sports a 27-inch 4K Ultra HD display with a resolution of 3840×2160 and a 165Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth gameplay with vivid clarity.
This monitor equips the latest AUO Fast IPS technology, offering a 1ms GTG response time for fast-paced action with reduced motion blur. It comes with VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification, providing 1200 nits of peak brightness and a million-to-one contrast ratio for exceptional color depth and detail in bright and dark scenes. The screen supports 10-bit color depth and professional-grade color accuracy with ΔE<1, covering 98% of the DCI-P3 gamut, 100% sRGB, and 93% AdobeRGB.
The VX2700-4K-Pro features versatile connectivity, including dual HDMI 2.1 ports, dual DisplayPort 1.4, and a full-function USB-C port with 96W power delivery for charging laptops and transferring data. It also sports ergonomic adjustments with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments, along with a 100mm x 100mm VESA mount for flexibility.
For gamers, it comes with adaptive sync technology, supporting both FreeSync and G-Sync to eliminate tearing and stuttering. It features advanced gaming modes like Night Vision, Cat Eye, and Black Stabilizer, enhancing visibility in dark scenes. It also features PIP/PBP functionality which enables multitasking by displaying input from two devices simultaneously.
This monitor equips built-in tools like Hawk Eye mode for zooming in on distant objects, customizable on-screen settings, and robust build quality with thoughtful cable management. It supports 4K@120Hz for consoles like PS5 and Xbox.
In related news, ViewSonic recently unveiled the LX700-4K RGB laser projector in India, featuring 4K resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate.
The smartphone market is more competitive than ever, with countless options from multiple brands eyeing your attention. While this intense competition is great for buyers, it can make choosing the right phone a daunting task. To simplify things, we have created a list of the five best smartphones under Rs 30,000 with Snapdragon processors, offering a perfect mix of performance and value.
POCO F6 (full review) is the perfect choice for high-end gaming without being too heavy on the pocket. It boasts a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, usually found on premium phones. The device is equipped with a POCO IceLoop System with Vapour Liquid Separation to keep the heat under control.
You get a 6.67-inch vibrant display refreshing at 120Hz and a high touch-sampling rate. The device features Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and over 68 billion colors. Plus, it’s greatly visible outdoors. Overall, It’s an excellent display for gaming, protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus.
The smartphone takes good daylight shots with its primary rear camera. However, the low-light performance isn’t impressive. The rear camera setup also has an ultrawide camera for wider shots. It can shoot up to 4K videos, though the selfie camera is capped at 1080p.
The 5,000mAh battery should last for a day with normal usage. To refill it, you get a 90W fast wired charger that only takes about 35 minutes to reach 100%.
2. OnePlus 11R
OnePlus 12R (full review) a solid deal under Rs 30,000, powered by a high-end chipset, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Whether you browse the internet or play high-end games, the chipset smoothly handles all your performance needs while being power efficient.
The OnePlus 11R’s display measures 6.74 inches and refreshes at 120Hz. It’s a Super Fluid AMOLED panel that produces good colors, making it viable for content consumption or gaming. Plus, you’ve many display features to adjust according to your requirements.
The rear camera setup includes a 50MP (Sony IMX890) primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. It takes high-quality shots with excellent color balance, even in a low-light environment. The selfie camera is decent, though, capable of 1080p recording, while the rear camera can do 4K.
The OnePlus 11R ensures all-day power with ease, thanks to its 5,000mAh battery. Plus, its 100W rapid charging lets you top up in minutes.
3. Realme GT 6T
This Realme smartphone rocks the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset, which ensures a lag-free experience even with high-end gaming.
Realme GT 6T (first impression) is primarily built for gaming. Besides a high-performance chip, it features fast LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, though the 128GB variant supports UFS 3.1. Heat management is a critical aspect of any gaming device, and thankfully, the cooling area inside the Realme GT 6T is sufficient for consistent and high-performance gaming. It also has a dedicated gaming memory and a suite of gaming features.
This Realme phone has the industry’s brightest display, refreshing at 120Hz. It has a layer of Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for strong protection. And a touch sampling rate of 2500Hz makes it appealing to gamers.
The primary camera on the back of the GT 6T outputs excellent daylight shots with good details and natural colors. Portrait shots are nicer with effective background blur. The device also excels in low-light conditions with detailed images and minimal noise. However, the ultrawide camera is less impressive. It outputs softer and less contrasty images and is blurry in low-light conditions.
The primary camera has excellent video recording capabilities, producing good details and color accuracy. However, the ultrawide videos lack much detail.
Realme GT 6T packs a solid 5,500mAh battery, enough for full-day usage with light gaming. And it only takes 10 minutes to charge 50%.
4. OnePlus Nord 4
This smartphone also rocks the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, though it’s not primarily tuned for gaming. It’s the only metal unibody 5G smartphone in the market, offering better durability and a premium feel compared to plastic or glass alternatives. It’s also IP65-rated, by the way.
The Nord 4 can smoothly handle high-end games. However, it lacks an efficient thermal management. Hence, for long gaming sessions, you’d want to pick some other phone primarily tuned for gaming, such as Poco F6 or Realme GT 6T.
The primary camera performs well in daylight. It produces sharp images with a good dynamic range and accurate colors. However, the ultrawide camera struggles with sharpness and dynamic range. Low-light photography yields natural-looking shots with good details using the primary camera but not so good with the ultrawide camera. Selfies come out to be decent, though.
Video quality is good in daylight and low-light conditions, though it lacks details when using the ultrawide camera.
The Nord 4 packs a 5,000mAh battery, ensuring all-day backup, and refilling it to 100% only takes about 28 minutes.
5. Vivo V40
Vivo V40 is driven by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. While this chip isn’t as powerful as chips powering the above devices, it smoothly handles day-to-day tasks. You can also do light gaming, but for graphically-demanding titles like Genshin Impact, Fortnite, and Alien Isolation, go for a more powerful device.
The (AMOLED) display is bright, featuring HDR10+ and 120Hz refresh rate. It’s IP68-rated for protection against dust/water. On top of everything is a Schott Xensation Alpha protection.
The Vivo V40 has excellent camera capabilities, though. Its primary camera produces detailed shots with good colors and contrast. The ultrawide camera also takes good shots for its segments, offering decent details and colors. It doubles down as a macro camera.
The low-light shots are excellent, producing greater detail with minimal noise. The ultrawide and selfie cameras also maintain good detail and color accuracy. Video recording is also excellent with the primary and ultrawide cameras, though the selfie video is average.
With a 5,500mAh battery, the Vivo V40 keeps you powered throughout the day, and the 80W charging ensures you’re back to full in minutes.
Which Snapdragon-powered device would you pick for your next upgrade? Let us know in the comments below.
After weeks of reports and teasers, the Red Magic 10 Pro series has finally been launched in China. The lineup consists of the Red Magic 10 Pro and Red Magic 10 Pro+, which brings cutting edge hardware and an impressive thermal management system. All of this makes it one of the best devices for mobile gaming, so here’s why.
Being a flagship gaming smartphone, both models are equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. The brand claims that this chip was capable of hitting 3,391,328 points in AnTuTu. This high end chip is paired with up to 24GB of LPDDR5X ULTRA RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 PRO storage. To recall, the new 3nm flagship chip promises to offer a 45 percent increase in CPU performance and a 44 percent boost in power efficiency. That’s not all, the Snapdragon 8 Elite also has a 40 percent improvement in GPU with 35 percent faster ray tracing. So it is one of the best devices for mobile gaming enthusiasts.
2. Ultra Smooth Display Paired with Gaming Triggers
The Red Magic 10 Pro series sports a tall 6.85-inch OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1.5K resolution, 2000 nits of peak brightness, DC dimming, and 2592Hz PWM dimming. The new gaming smartphones also feature the Red Core R3, which is the brand’s self developed gaming chip that supports 2K+ 120fps super resolution. You also get 520Hz gaming shoulder keys that are perfect for gamers.
The tall ultra smooth display being paired with the gaming triggers ensures that players get an amazing gameplay experience. Not only is the display responsive, but the shoulder keys are also an impressive addition as these give you more screen real estate for certain controls. These are more intuitive as well.
3. Cutting Edge Cooling
The Red Magic 10 Pro and Red Magic 10 Pro+ are the first to employ composite liquid metal cooling for improved cooling. These gaming smartphones also optimize gaming performance with composite liquid metal cooling offering 80W/mK thermal conductivity and a new ‘Hot Wheels’ centrifugal fan, which boosts cooling efficiency by 13x.
It houses a 12,000mm² 3D ice-step VC area, along with graphene, high-conductivity copper foil, and aerospace-grade materials for consistent high-performance gaming. A good thermal dissipation system basically ensures that the smartphone performs intensive tasks without throttling. This even enables consistent performance over long gaming sessions as well.
4. Massive Batteries
A large 6,500mAh battery pack powers the Red Magic 10 Pro, which supports 80W wired fast charging. Meanwhile, the higher end Red Magic 10 Pro+ has a huge 7,050mAh cell that supports 120W wired fast charging. This is one of the only differences between the two models. These are absolutely massive cells that can easily ensure over a day’s battery life with regular use. But even during gaming, the Red Magic 10 lineup can easily outlast most of its competitors.
Xiaomi is gearing up to unveil a diverse range of smartphones in the Indian market in 2025. The Chinese tech giant aims to cater to every segment from flagship models to budget friendly devices. So here’s a full list of all the rumored and confirmed smartphone that are set to launch in India next year.
Back in October, Xiaomi unveiled its latest generation of flagship smartphones. This included the new Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. While the brand released the base model of this premium lineup, the launch of the higher end Pro variant was skipped in the Indian market. However, the brand did release the Xiaomi 14 Ultra after the Xiaomi 14 was announced in the region. So we can likely expect the Xiaomi 15 Ultra to also launch in India.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has yet to be unveiled, but it recently had its internal design, telephoto shooter, and other camera details leaked. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 15 was announced with the Snapdragon 8 Elite, 6.36-inch LTPO OLED 120Hz display, 50MP triple cameras, HyperOS 2, and a large 5,400mAh battery pack with 90W wired and 50W wireless fast charging support. You can even click here to read our full review of the Xiaomi 15, which is expected to launch in India around March 2025.
2. Xiaomi 15 Civi?
Xiaomi 14 Civi
Last year, Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 14 Civi in India. While there is no official word regarding the Xiaomi 15 Civi, the brand might unveil a successor in the middle of 2025. A recent rumor hinted that the company is working on a new Xiaomi Civi series smartphone, which could be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400. This could also be the Redmi K80 Ultra.
3. Redmi Note 14 Series
Redmi Note 14 Pro+
Xiaomi recently announced that the Redmi Note 14 series is set to launch in the Indian market soon. Based on what we know so far, Xiaomi plans to unveil the Redmi Note 14 series in December 2024, riding on the momentum of the festive season. In other words, it might hit store shelves by early January 2025. The Redmi Note 13 lineup was unveiled back in June 2024, so this also marks the first time since the pandemic that Xiaomi launched two Note series devices in the same year.
4. Redmi A4
Redmi A4
Alongside the Redmi Note 14 series, the brand also confirmed the upcoming launch of the Redmi A4 in the Indian market. We covered a leak last month, which revealed its 8,499 INR price tag. This model is an affordable entry level handset, which offers 5G networking support thanks to the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset. Unfortunately, an official launch date is still unclear but its Indian release should be right around the corner.
5. Redmi 14
Redmi 14C
The Redmi 14 series is another budget smartphone from Xiaomi that is expected to launch in India soon. The Redmi 14 4G appeared in the IMEI database with the model numbers “25028RN03L”, “25028RN03I”, “25028RN03Y” and “25028RN03A”. The letters at the end of these numbers indicate the region of launch, with the “I” hinting at an Indian release. Since the official launch date is still unknown, we can expect a 2025 release.
Teclast has unveiled its latest Android tablet, the T60 Plus, a well-rounded device offering a large display, solid performance, and an affordable price tag. This release follows the earlier launch of the Teclast T60 earlier this year. Let’s check out its key specs.
Teclast T60 Plus Specifications
The Teclast T60 Plus features a 12-inch IPS display with a 2000×1200 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It comes with 330 nits of brightness, making it ideal for indoor use, and equips a 92% screen-to-body ratio for an immersive viewing experience, whether for work, streaming, or casual gaming. The tablet sports a slim 6.5mm bezel, enhancing its sleek and modern design.
Under the hood, the tablet is powered by MediaTek Helio G88 processor, a 12nm octa-core chipset featuring a 2x Cortex-A75 at 2.0GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at 1.8GHz configuration. It comes with 6GB of RAM, which can be expanded by an additional 10GB using virtual memory. The tablet equips 128GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card.
The T60 Plus runs on the latest Android 14, providing access to modern features. The tablet includes a 13MP rear autofocus camera and an 8MP front-facing shooter for photography and video calls. The cameras are ideal for casual photography, scanning documents, and online meetings.
The Teclast T60 Plus comes with an 8000mAh battery offering up to 10 hours of usage, dual 4G SIM support, Bluetooth 5.0, and WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz). It equips GPS, Glonass, Galileo, and Beidou for navigation, while light, hall, and proximity sensors, along with a gyroscope, enhance gaming and app experiences. Additionally, it features a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio enthusiasts
The tablet sports an aluminum alloy vertical frame design, weighs about 610 grams, and measures approximately 282 x 178 x 8mm.
Pricing & Availability
The Teclast T60 Plus is currently priced at $129.99 and it is now available on Aliexpress. It is also expected to be available on Amazon soon.
After the X200 series flagships, Vivo is set to launch its mid-range S20 series smartphones in China. We are expecting two models, the Vivo S20 and S20 Pro, by the end of this month. Ahead of the launch, the vanilla model got its performance tested on the Geekbench benchmarking platform.
Here, the device carrying the model number V2429A achieved a score of 1222 and 3417 in the single-core and multi-core tests respectively. It features a processor with a prime core running at 2.63 GHz, three mid-cores at 2.40 GHz, and four efficiency cores at 1.8 GHz.
Vivo S20: What can you expect?
Based on these specs, we believe the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, paired with 16GB of RAM. And it runs on the latest Android 15 operating system.
The model number also aligns with previous leaks from China’s 3C and TENAA certification databases. These databases further hinted at a range of configurations for the S20, including 8GB, 12GB, and a hefty 16GB of RAM, alongside storage options from 128GB to a staggering 1TB.
Moreover, the phone’s display is expected to be a large 6.67-inch 1.5K AMOLED panel. On the camera front, the S20 appears set to feature a 50MP main sensor alongside an 8MP secondary sensor on the back. The front will be home to a 50MP selfie camera.
The 3C certification reveals the battery will have a sizable 6365mAh capacity, which Vivo will likely market as a 6500mAh cell. This will be coupled with 90W wired fast charging.
There seems to be no wireless charging support, but we may get an under-display fingerprint scanner for added security.
Vivo has not yet announced the launch date for the S20 series, but rumors suggest it might debut on November 28, 2024. Meanwhile, Oppo’s Reno 13 series, set to compete directly with the S20 series, is scheduled to launch on November 25. This makes Vivo’s launch likely to follow soon after.
Red Magic 10 Pro is a cutting-edge gaming smartphone that blends speed, power, and innovation, setting a new standard in mobile gaming technology. Built for those who demand nothing less than excellence, this device offers an exceptional gaming and multitasking experience. It is available now at Geekwills for a starting price of $899.
Stunning Design and Display
The Red Magic 10 Pro stands out with its sleek design, available in Black and Transparent finishes. Its 6.85-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display is designed to deliver vibrant visuals, offering a 144Hz screen refresh rate and an impressive 960Hz touch sampling rate for ultra-smooth performance. With 2000 nits peak brightness, 10-bit color depth, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, you’ll enjoy rich colors and excellent clarity, whether gaming, watching videos, or browsing.
Unmatched Performance
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-core processor clocked at 4.32GHz and paired with the Adreno 830 GPU, the Red Magic 10 Pro ensures lightning-fast performance. With 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 Pro storage, you’ll have the power and space for all your apps, games, and media. The device runs on Red Magic OS 10.0, a gaming-optimized custom UX designed for superior performance and seamless multitasking.
Advanced Gaming Features
The Red Magic 10 Pro is built for gamers. It features dual 520Hz touch-sensitive shoulder keys for precise controls and supports multi-finger actions. ICE 13.5 Liquid-Cooling Technology ensures the device stays cool during long gaming sessions, thanks to its advanced 10-layer cooling system and high-speed fan running at 22,000 rpm.
Exceptional Camera System
This smartphone features a triple rear camera setup with two 50MP sensors for standard and ultra-wide shots, plus a 2MP macro lens. A 16MP under-display front camera captures stunning selfies and supports clear video calls.
Long Battery Life with Fast Charging
Equipped with a robust 6500mAh battery, the Red Magic 10 Pro provides extended gaming and usage time. Its 80W fast charging capability powers the device from 0% to 100% in just 35 minutes.
Cooling: ICE 13.5 liquid-cooling with 10 layers and high-speed fan
Battery: 6500mAh, 80W fast charging
Gaming Features: 520Hz shoulder keys, Red Magic OS 10.0
Audio: Dual stereo speakers, 96kHz lossless audio
The Red Magic 10 Pro is the ultimate gaming smartphone, combining top-tier hardware with innovative features. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or a multitasking professional, this device is designed to deliver an unmatched mobile experience.
Realme Narzo N65 5G with 128GB storage and 6GB RAM is on sale for the lowest price of Rs 10,998 via Amazon India. The users can apply a Rs 1500 discount coupon on the product page, and the same will reflect while doing checkout. There’s also an additional discount on some bank cards, including Amazon ICICI Bank Credit Card and others.
Realme Narzo N65 5G Specifications and Features
Launched early this year, the Realme Narzo N65 5G is an affordable entry-level smartphone featuring a 6.67-inch IPS LCD with 720 x 1604 pixels resolution and 500 nits brightness. It is powered with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC along with Mali-G57 MC2. The smartphone is available in two storage variants, including 128GB storage and 4/6GB RAM options.
In the camera segment, the smartphone hosts a 50MP primary sensor and other auxiliary lenses. On the front, there’s an 8MP primary sensor for selfies and video calling. Realme Narzo N65 5G bundles WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and USB Type-C. A more accessible side mounted fingerprint sensor is present along with other sensors like proximity, gyro, and compass.
It bundles a 5000mAh battery with 15W fast charging support. The smartphone is up for grabs in Amber Gold and Deep Green color options.
Xiaomi Magnetic Wireless Charger 30W is a cutting-edge accessory designed to provide fast and convenient charging for both Xiaomi and Apple devices. Its strong magnetic adsorption and multi-protection features ensure a seamless charging experience. You can now get this magnetic charger for $35.99 only at Geekwills.
This wireless charger delivers a peak power of up to 30W, making it ideal for users with the latest Xiaomi devices such as the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. Other Xiaomi phones, like the Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K60 series, can enjoy speeds of up to 10W. For Apple users, the charger supports MagSafe devices like iPhones, with a peak output of 7.5W, ensuring compatibility without compromising on performance.
The Xiaomi Magnetic Wireless Charger features automatic magnet adsorption. This strong magnetic alignment ensures your phone stays securely in place during charging, even with minor movements. This is particularly beneficial for users who multitask or use their phones while charging.
The charger works with a wide range of devices, including MagSafe-enabled iPhones such as the iPhone 16, iPhone 15, and iPhone 14 series. It is also optimized for Xiaomi devices like the Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 14 Pro, Mix Fold series, Redmi K60, and many more. Its versatility makes it a great choice for households with mixed devices.
Safety is a priority with the Xiaomi Magnetic Wireless Charger. It is equipped with multiple protection mechanisms, such as FOD detection to avoid charging foreign objects, overcurrent, and overvoltage protection to safeguard your device from electrical issues, and temperature and electromagnetic field protection to ensure safe operation under various conditions.
Key Specs:
Model: Xiaomi Magnetic 30W Wireless Charger
Charging Protocol: Qi protocol
Output Levels: 30W / 15W / 10W / 7.5W
Input: 5V-20V⎓3.25A Max
Device Compatibility: Xiaomi and Apple MagSafe-supported phones
Safety Features: Overcurrent, overvoltage, FOD detection, temperature protection, and more
With its sleek design, powerful performance, and enhanced safety, the Xiaomi Magnetic Wireless Charger 30W is a reliable solution for effortless wireless charging.
Realme is set to launch its GT 7 Pro flagship in India on November 18th. However, those who want to secure their units early can pre-order the smartphone starting November 18th. That’s roughly a week before the phone’s official international launch.
Consumers can pre-book the phone through either Amazon or authorized offline retailers. Those opting for online pre-orders via Amazon will need to put down a deposit of INR 1,000 (around USD 12).
This initial payment comes bundled with several attractive incentives, including a bank discount of INR 3,000 (USD 36), 12 months of no-cost equated monthly installments (EMI), one year of screen damage insurance, and an additional year of extended warranty.
Offline retailers are also participating in the pre-order program, offering the same package of benefits for a slightly higher deposit of INR 2,000 (USD 24). Additionally, these stores will provide customers with the option to spread the cost of the phone over a 24-month installment plan.
To note, pre-orders for the Realme GT 7 Pro kick off at 12:00 PM local time on November 18th. If you’re considering placing an order, here’s a quick overview of its specifications.
Specifications
The GT 7 Pro features a 6.78-inch LTPO display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2000 nits peak brightness, and support for HDR and Dolby Vision.
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, it efficiently manages thermals with a 11480mm² dual VC cooling system. The phone’s battery life is equally good, as the device is stuffed with a 6500mAh battery. Yet, the phone has a thickness of just 8.55mm.
With 120W fast charging, the battery reaches 50% in just 14 minutes. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP main lens, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, while the front features a 16MP selfie camera.
With the announcement of the latest flagship chips, phones utilizing them started debuting a few weeks back. More such devices are expected to launch in the coming weeks.
Three brands have confirmed the announcement of new smartphones next week. There will be four launches and two of them will be from the same brand for different markets.
Firstly, Asus will take wraps off its next-gen gaming smartphone. Whereas Xiaomi will unveil its most affordable 5G smartphone to date in India.
Finally, Vivo will bring its recently released X200 series to Malaysia and a budget model to India.
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is scheduled to launch on November 19 (Tuesday). Like the previous generation, two devices are expected, namely ROG Phone 9 and ROG Phone 9 Pro.
Both handsets will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. Similar to their predecessors, they will have a minimal design for gaming smartphones.
The vanilla model is tipped to arrive with a 6.78-inch FHD+ 165Hz OLED display, a 50MP (wide) + 13MP (ultrawide) + 5MP (macro) triple camera setup, a 32MP selfie camera, a 5,800mAh battery, and 65W charging support.
2. Vivo X200 Series
The Vivo X200 series is going global starting November 19 (Tuesday). Malaysia will be the first market to receive it.
The lineup will include two devices, such as Vivo X200 and Vivo X200 Pro. The smaller Vivo X200 Pro Mini will not be making its way outside mainland China.
The phones come with a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chip, Zeiss optics, a 120Hz LTPO OLED display, an IP69 rating (dust and water resistance), and 90W charging support. Both feature a 50MP primary camera, a 50MP ultrawide unit with autofocus, and a 32MP selfie camera.
However, the pro has a 200MP 3.7x periscope camera as opposed to a 50MP 3x unit on the standard model. Additionally, the pro arrives with 30W wireless charging support, a USB 3.2 port, and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
The handset will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chip. It will feature a circular camera module, a glass back, and a flat frame.
The device will come with a 6.88-inch 120Hz display, a 50MP main camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,160mAh battery. The base 4GB + 128GB variant of the product is tipped to cost ₹8,499 (including offers).
4. Vivo Y300
The Vivo Y300 will be officially unveiled in India on November 21 (Thursday). The handset will succeed the Y200 from earlier this year.
Talking about specs, the device will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip and a 5,000mAh battery. It will sport a 50MP primary camera, a 32MP selfie camera, and a 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display,
Lastly, the product will be available in Titanium Silver, Dynamic Black, and Emerald Green color options.
Samsung‘s software updates have become a model of consistency in the Android world. Regular releases, and a smooth beta program – it’s been a winning formula for the tech giant. But the upcoming One UI 7, based on Android 15, might be a bumpier ride than usual.
According to reliable tipster Ice Universe, the first public beta of One UI 7 could be unusually buggy, as even the latest internal test builds reportedly include newly introduced animation bugs. It looks like Samsung is facing challenges in implementing the revamped animations expected in One UI 7.
One UI 7 Beta may not be launched smoothly, and there are too many bugs. Even in the latest version of XKB, there are still bugs in animation, and they are new bugs. There are too many things that Samsung has fallen behind in recent years. It is very difficult for them to make up…
For those not aware, unlike previous versions that focused on minor tweaks and refinements, One UI 7 is a complete redesign of Samsung’s Android skin. From a revamped animation system to a whole new look for notifications and quick settings – not to mention app icons and more – it’s a major undertaking.
A result of big changes
The extensive changes in One UI 7 likely mean a demanding workload for developers. Users excited to try the new features might find the beta unstable. However, that’s precisely the point.
Beta testing is crucial for Samsung to gather feedback from developers and experienced users to refine the experience before the stable version reaches the public. Early access isn’t just about previewing features; it’s a critical step in identifying and fixing bugs ahead of a broader rollout.
Ice Universe acknowledges that Samsung’s software development may have “fallen behind” in recent years. However, he seems optimistic about the company’s ability to address these issues.
The first public beta of One UI 7 is rumored to arrive as early as next week. Users can then test the new features and provide valuable feedback to Samsung, helping them iron out these bugs before the final stable release arrives alongside the Galaxy S25 in 2025.
Oppo is set to unveil its latest flagship smartphones, the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro, globally on November 21st at 5 AM UTC. The event will be live-streamed and will showcase the devices alongside the latest version of ColorOS 15.
Oppo Find X8 Pro
You can watch the live stream on YouTube by following this link. Oppo’s global launch of the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro promises premium features across display, performance, and photography.
Oppo Find X8 and X8 Pro: What to expect
The specifications and features of the Find X8 series devices coming to the global market are expected to be largely similar to the Chinese models that made their debut a while back. This means that we can expect the Find X8 to offer a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED flat display, while the Find X8 Pro will feature a 6.8-inch LTPO micro-curved AMOLED screen, both supporting 120Hz adaptive refresh rates, up to 4500 nits brightness, and durable Oppo Crystal Shield glass.
Both smartphones are expected to be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 SoC, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage. They will debut the world’s first dual periscope camera system, with the X8 featuring a triple 50MP setup and the Pro model adding dual 50MP periscope lenses for 3x and 6x optical zoom. They are expected to offer AI-powered Telescope Zoom, the HyperTone Image Engine, and a Hasselblad partnership to ensure professional-grade photography and videography, including Dolby Vision and 12-bit processing.
These phones are expected to offer large batteries (5630mAh for X8, 5910mAh for X8 Pro) and support 80W wired, 50W wireless, and 10W reverse wireless charging. In China, the devices start from $600, however, we can expect them to cost a bit more in the global market.
Amazon has expanded its Fire TV lineup with the Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series, Fire TV Soundbar Plus Series, and an updated Fire TV 4-Series. These new additions aim to improve picture quality, sound, and user experience.
Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series features
The Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series features a QLED Mini-LED display available in 55 inch, 65 inch, 75 inch, and 85 inch sizes. It offers up to 1,400 nits of peak brightness and 1,344 dimming zones, ensuring vibrant colors, deeper blacks, and better contrast. It supports Dolby Vision IQ and HDR 10+ Adaptive for enhanced visuals. The series includes Intelligent Picture Technology, which uses AI to adjust picture settings based on content, and a built-in light and color sensor that adapts brightness and color temperature to ambient lighting.
The Fire TV Ambient Experience lets the TV display interactive artwork and useful information when idle. A radar sensor adds movement-responsive visuals like koi fish or butterflies. The collection includes over 2,000 images, with regular updates. The series also features Dolby Atmos sound, built-in speakers, and subwoofers for better audio.
Gaming-specific features include AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, a 144 Hz refresh rate, Variable Refresh Rate, and Auto Low Latency Mode, enhancing gaming performance. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for smoother streaming and lower latency. Accessibility features, such as Dual Audio support for ASHA-enabled hearing aids, are also included.
Privacy protections for the Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series and Alexa include a microphone off switch that electronically disables microphones. Users can manage their voice recordings via the Alexa app, with options to view, listen to, or delete them. The TV’s I/O ports include 2 HDMI 2.0, 1 HDMI eARC 2.1, 1 HDMI 2.1, USB, Optical, Ethernet, IR Emitter, Headphone, and Cable/Antenna inputs.
Amazon Fire TV 4-Series features
The updated Fire TV 4-Series comes in 43 inch, 50 inch, and 55 inch sizes with an ultra-slim bezel. It supports 4K UHD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Digital Sound for a high-quality viewing experience. It has two 8W speakers, along with multiple ports like 3 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x HDMI 2.1 with eARC, 1 x Ethernet port, 1 x USB, Cable, IR Emitter, and Headphones. It runs on FireOS, offering features like Fire TV Search, smart home control and Ask Alexa.
Fire TV Soundbar Plus Series features
The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is a 3.1-channel soundbar supporting Dolby Atmos, DTS, and DTS TruVolume. It offers adjustable settings like a Dialogue Enhancer and four listening modes: Movie, Music, Sports, and Night. It can be used alone or paired with wireless subwoofers and surround sound speakers for enhanced audio. It has multiple connectivity options like HDMI, Optical, Bluetooth, and USB.
Pricing & availabiltiy
The Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series is priced at USD 819.99 for the 55 inch model, USD 1,089.99 for the 65 inch model, USD 1,499.99 for the 75 inch model, and USD 2,099.99 for the 85 inch model.
The Fire TV 4-Series is priced at USD 329.99 for the 43 inch model, USD 399.99 (Rs. 33,770 approx.) for the 50 inch model, and USD 459.99 for the 55 inch model. The Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus is priced at USD 249.99.
Nothing OS is one of the best Android skins. It’s minimalistic yet feature-rich with plenty of customizations, and with the latest Nothing OS 3.0 update, it’s getting a lot better.
The Nothing OS 3.0 beta is already out for a few devices, allowing users to get an early taste of the software ahead of the public release. If you also want to join the beta party, follow the steps mentioned below.
Steps to install Nothing OS 3.0 beta
Before you follow the steps, ensure that Nothing OS 3.0 beta is available for your device and region.
Step 1: Ensure that your device is running Nothing OS 2.6 and has the following build number:
Nothing Phone (2): Pong-U2.6-241016-1700
Nothing Phone (2a): Pacman-U2.6-240828_1906
If it isn’t already, go to Settings > System > System Update and install the available update.
Step 3: Navigate to Settings > System > Update to Beta version and tap Check for new version.
Step 4: Tap Download Package. If you don’t see this option, this means no beta version is available for your device right now. Check back again later.
Step 5: Once the package download is finished, tap Install Update.
Be sure to back up your device before installing the beta update to prevent data loss. Nothing says your device may experience temporary overheating and increased power consumption but will quickly return to normal, so there is no need to worry if that happens.
Beta software may have critical bugs. If those are unbearable, rolling back to a previous stable version makes a lot of sense.
[Note: Remember to back up your important data before downgrading to a previous software version.]
To roll back to Nothing OS 2.6, download the required rollback package from the Nothing community. Then, go to Settings > System > Update to Beta version. Tap Import file, choose the rollback package, and install it.
Here’s the direct download link to rollback packages:
Nothing OS 3.0 introduces Shared Widgets. As the name suggests, you can share widgets with others or see others’ widgets on your home screen and interact through reactions.
The lock screen is now more customizable than before, allowing users to choose from multiple watch faces. You can add more widgets to the lock screen by toggling the Expand widget area.
The latest Nothing OS 3.0 software also improves the Camera app. The app launch speed has improved greatly, and the processing time for HDR and portrait effects is up to 25% faster. The low-light performance also improves.
Nothing has added new fingerprint and charging animations with signature dot matrix styling. The OS 3.0 enables predictive back animations for supported apps. There’s also the AI-powered smart drawer that automatically categorizes apps into folders.
During the Nothing OS 3.0 launch, the brand announced that the new software has the much-requested Nothing Gallery app. However, it’s notably absent in the beta update. This could indicate that it’s still under development and might be a part of the stable release.
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of its Galaxy S25 series, expected to debut sometime in January 2025. Among the upcoming models, the base Galaxy S25 has recently made an appearance on Geekbench, revealing some intriguing details about its hardware and performance.
Galaxy S25 Geekbench listing details
The Geekbench listing features the Galaxy S25 with the model number “SM-S931N,” likely for the Korean market. It is powered by the customized “Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy” chipset, confirmed by its higher clock speed of 4.47 GHz, compared to the standard Snapdragon 8 Elite‘s 4.32 GHz. This specialized version of the chipset has previously been seen exclusively in Samsung flagships. The tested device packs 12 GB of RAM.
However, the performance scores are somewhat disappointing. The Galaxy S25 scores 2481 in single-core and 8658 in multi-core tests, significantly lower than most of the Snapdragon 8 Elite devices released or listed on the platform so far. For context, the OnePlus 13 and iQOO 13 routinely score over 3100 and 10,000 on the same tests, showcasing the disappointing performance of Samsung’s custom-tuned chip, at least on the test.
Potential reasons for the underwhelming performance
Could the underwhelming performance be attributed to a smaller cooling system on the base Galaxy S25 compared to the larger, performance-centric flagships? Or is Samsung simply adopting a more conservative approach to performance?
At this stage, there isn’t enough information to draw firm conclusions. However, it’s worth noting that Samsung’s ‘For Galaxy’ chipsets have historically scored lower than their standard Snapdragon 8-series counterparts. This difference may stem from Samsung’s focus on prioritizing efficiency over raw performance.
While the listing suggests the adoption of the Snapdragon 8 Elite for the Korean market, there’s good news for users in Europe and India as well. Prolific leaker Ice Universe has reiterated that Samsung plans to use the Snapdragon chipset across the entire Galaxy S25 series in all markets, similar to the Galaxy S23 series. Although this is still a rumor, there is a compelling reason why it seems plausible.
Samsung‘s Galaxy S series has long been part of Samsung’s dial-sourcing strategy, featuring both Snapdragon and Exynos chipsets, depending on regional markets.
However, a new tip suggests that the Galaxy S25 series might break this tradition once again after the Galaxy S23 series. Renowned tipster Ice Universe reiterates his previous claim saying that Samsung will power all models of the Galaxy S25 lineup with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, abandoning the Exynos 2500 for this generation.
This isn’t the first speculation about Samsung’s chip-sourcing strategy for its upcoming flagship. Earlier rumors hinted at Samsung using a mix of Snapdragon and Exynos chipsets or even adopting MediaTek flagship for select models. However, Ice Universe’s claim reinforces the possibility of an all-Snapdragon lineup, marking a significant shift for Samsung’s flagship series.
Snapdragon 8 Elite over Exynos 2500
Samsung Foundry’s 3nm process, which the Exynos 2500 (intended to power the Galaxy S25 and S25+) relies on, currently has a yield rate of around 20%. For context, the semiconductor yield represents the percentage of chips successfully produced relative to the maximum chip count on a wafer; it inversely correlates with the defective rate. To make the fabrication process economically viable, a yield rate of at least 70% is typically required. In comparison, TSMC’s 3nm process, used for the Snapdragon 8 Elite, reportedly achieves a yield rate exceeding 80%.
Such low yields make production costly and unsustainable, possibly influencing Samsung’s decision to go all-in with Snapdragon for the Galaxy S25 series. Significant in context, Samsung is also exploring possibilities to outsource Exynos’s production to TSMC, like most of the fabless manufacturers including Qualcomm and MediaTek.
While nothing is confirmed until the Galaxy S25 lineup officially launches, this rumored strategy could enhance user confidence in Samsung’s flagship devices. The series is expected to debut in January 2025, likely in the early weeks of the month.
This might be the most elegant solution for creative work on an iPhone. (Picking up the phone, showing the SSD) But is it suitable for use exclusively as an iPhone’s external storage? What advantages does it have compared to conventional USB drives or portable SSDs? So, in the upcoming tests, I will compare this DIGIERA with my DIY solution.
Compared to regular portable SSDs, the LSP2000M is very small. It’s also very light.
The material of glass and stainless steel frame makes it look more like a watch.
However, it would be cooler if it could display the remaining storage space. The bottom is labeled with the model and capacity. If you think 1TB is too small, DIGIERA also offers options up to 4TB, all using TLC NAND chips.
It can also be installed via magnetic if your phone case supports MagSafe. You can directly attach it and connect it to your phone. But if your phone case doesn’t support that, you can use the small kit included to achieve that.
Configuration
Before we get to the tests, let’s look at its configuration. It claims that this portable SSD uses Silicon Motion’s SM2320, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Dual-Lane Portable SSD Controller Solution without a DRAM cache.
Compared to the conventional bridge chip + SSD controller solution, it is theoretically more power-efficient and can make the entire SSD smaller. This makes it more suitable for recording ProRes on the iPhone.
The NAND, according to the FLASH ID provided by MPTool, is a 128-layer NAND chip produced by YMTC.
Later we will use this Huawei MateBook X Pro and GEEKOM for testing.
To test the highest performance, I will also enable the write cache function in Windows. I will use the same cacheless SSD with 40Gbps and 10Gbps rate hard drive boxes for comparison.
We first tested the power consumption of these portable SSDs on the highest rate interfaces they support, followed by the more conventional 10Gbps and 5Gbps. Then we ran CrystalDiskMark to simulate high load power consumption.
You can see that DIGIERA’s single-chip solution has an excellent power consumption performance. If working on a common 5Gbps interface, the idle power consumption is less than 1W. When running CrystalDiskMark for performance testing, it fluctuates around 1.2W. On 10Gbps and 20Gbps interfaces, the idle power consumption is also low, and the power consumption during performance testing is slightly higher than 5Gbps, but it does not exceed 2W. However, the DIY solution we compared is not as environmentally friendly, among which the USB4 DIY solution in idle is higher than the DIGIERA in working, and the power consumption when measuring the speed on the 40Gbps interface is close to 7W.
Fortunately, for all the portable SSDs we compared, whether in idle or high load state, the power supply demand did not exceed the upper limit recommended by Apple.
But there is one thing to note, the current meter we used is not very accurate. If these portable SSDs have shorter peak power consumption, we will not be able to detect it.
Then in use, it is possible to see dropping or SSD not being recognized.
Performance
Here we used CrystalDiskMark to test the peak performance under three usage rates (0%, 50%, 70%) and mixed read and write that represents real use. In the tests, everyone performed very well, basically running at the upper limit of the interface. And LSP2000M also reached the performance they claimed.
Now, it’s time to make it a bit more difficult. In this test, we will use HD True for full disk write to test whether these two devices can hold long-term continuous writing.
In the test, the full disk write performance of LSP2000M was unexpectedly good. It took 14 minutes to fill the entire SSD, and the speed was very stable throughout the process. The test on the 10gbps port was also very stable. Even if the iPhone 17 pro that will be released next year supports 8k 60 ProRes recording, this little guy can easily handle it.
The 40gbps plan was very eye-catching at the beginning, but after writing a large amount of data, the speed suddenly dropped to 300 to 400, and then even dropped to 200. This performance is obviously a bit behind LSP. And the temperature detected by CrystalDiskInfo makes me worry whether it can survive in this test.The performance of the 10gbps plan is very conventional, but like the 40Gbps plan, it will slow down after writing a certain amount of data.
Although I used an infrared camera to check the temperature during the test, the two portable SSDs had abnormal results due to the reflectivity of the material. Also, this test will write a large amount of data in a very short time, which most consumers will never do. The following are the real application scenarios.
Shooting ProRes
Now let’s go back to the real use, using the iPhone to record ProRes video. DIGIERA can be recognized in the file app, and you can watch the recorded video in the file, and there is no tearing or loss. The idle power consumption is similar to what we tested on the PC, and the power consumption in recording is lower than the previous test.
The 40GBPS and 10GBPS DIY solutions are the same as the DIGIERA era in terms of usage, The DIY plan can be recognized and can preview the clips. The power consumption is a bit higher. But it can’t be attached on the iPhone like DIGIERA.
Disadvantages
Finally, we have to face a problem, that is the compatibility problem that these USB3.2 Gen2 X2 products have. If your host has a USB 3.2 Gen2 X2 interface, then you are lucky. Your host can make DIGIERA run at the best state. If it only has a USB4 interface, it depends on the OEM. Because in the USB4 protocol, the USB3.2 Gen2 X2 protocol is optional.
After testing on the Mac Mini M1 and three other PCs, only this MateBook X Pro can run at 20Gbps. Other devices can only run at 10Gbps.
Summary
Now these are the tests we have done on the DIGIERA Meganetic Portable SSD.
Surprisingly, the Digiera SSD was decently stable for various scenario tests, and it can complete a large amount of data writing at the fastest speed throughout the process. And the ultra-high power efficiency can also make it better compatible with mobile devices. So if you are recording videos on iPhones, or need a powerful and stable portable SSD across devices and platforms, the Digiera Portable SSD will be one of the most convenient and portable choise.
Although Oppo has started teasing the release, it has kept the phone designs under wraps. So far, only a few comparisons between the Reno 13 series and iPhones have surfaced, revealing parts of the design.
But an X user has now posted real-life images of both the Reno 13 and Reno 13 Pro smartphones.
The two devices feature similar camera islands with cold-craved glass that clearly draws inspiration from the iPhone’s design. Additionally, both phones have chamfered edges. Posts on Weibo also reveal the front design of the phones, revealing slim bezels all around.
Oppo Reno 13 Series Specifications
The standard Reno 13 is expected to feature a 6.59-inch 1.5K display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will likely be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity chipset, though the exact model is still unclear.
The front will house a 50-megapixel selfie camera, while the rear will feature a triple-lens setup, led by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. And the device is expected to be powered by a large 5,600mAh battery.
Details on the Pro variant are less clear, but rumors suggest a similar flat design with a metal frame. The display is expected to be a larger 6.83-inch micro-quad-curved panel, offering the same 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, the Reno 13 Pro is rumored to feature the more powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC. The battery is also likely to be slightly larger at 5,900mAh, also supporting wired and wireless charging.
The Pro variant’s camera system is rumored to include a 50-megapixel main sensor with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens for zoomed shots, and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor.
Both the Reno 13 and Reno 13 Pro are expected to run on ColorOS 15 and will offer improved durability with dust and water resistance.
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