The Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro have entered the internal testing phase for HyperOS 3, indicating they are getting closer to a stable release. As spotted by Xiaomitime, these HyperOS 3 internal builds are based on Android 15, not Android 16, which means the Poco F5 and F5 Pro will likely miss out on some of the latest features.

The HyperOS 3 test build for the Poco F5 has been spotted in India and EEA regions, whereas the test build for the Pro model has appeared in even more regions, including  Europe, Turkey, Taiwan, and Russia. Here are the internal test builds:

• Poco F5
  • India: OS3.0.0.1.VMRINXM
  • EEA: OS3.0.0.1.VMREUXM

• Poco F5 Pro
  • Turkey: OS3.0.0.1.VMNTRXM
  • Taiwan: OS3.0.0.1.VMNTWXM
  • Russia: OS3.0.0.1.VMNRUXM
  • EEA: OS3.0.0.1.VMNEUXM

These internal test builds aren’t available to the public, but indicate that a broader stable release could be on the way. Once the internal testing is done, Xiaomi may release the beta update to a limited set of users, followed by the stable release.

Xiaomi hasn’t officially confirmed that an Android 15 version of the HyperOS 3 upgrade is in the pipeline. However, the internal test builds tell a different story. So far, the company has only released the HyperOS 3 upgrade based on Android 16, but it won’t be long before the Android 15 version starts rolling out to older devices.

Here’s a list of Xiaomi devices that are already getting the Android 16-based HyperOS 3 update:

• Xiaomi 15
• Xiaomi 15 Ultra
• Xiaomi 15T
• Xiaomi 15T Pro
• Poco F7 Ultra
• Poco X7
• Poco X7 Pro
• Poco M7
• Xiaomi Pad 7
• Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
• Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
• Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G
• Redmi 15
• Redmi 13 5G

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POCO has started rolling out the August 2024 security update for its flagship model POCO F5 Pro. The POCO F5 Pro is known for its outstanding performance and stunning display quality, offering a seamless gaming experience and overall user satisfaction. With this latest update, the smartphone becomes even more secure and powerful by addressing various security vulnerabilities.

POCO F5 Pro HyperOS August Update

The POCO F5 Pro arrived with MIUI 14 based on Android 13. The device has already received the Android 14-based HyperOS update and continues to benefit from regular updates. The latest version brings the August 2024 security patch and further enhances system security as well as optimizes interface performance. The update has the build number OS1.0.8.0.UMNMIXM is currently available for users with Global ROM.

The update is rolling out first to HyperOS Pilot users and is expected to be released to many more users soon. This August 2024 security patch, with a download size of 493MB, is highly recommended for all users to ensure their devices are up to date with the latest security enhancements.

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One of POCO’s top-end models, the POCO F5 Pro, has started receiving the June 2024 security update. This update makes the F5 Pro highly secure against security vulnerabilities. With its superior performance and outstanding display experience, the F5 Pro runs all games smoothly and offers a great user experience. Now the smartphone has the latest June patch, making it even more powerful.

POCO F5 Pro HyperOS June Update

The POCO F5 Pro was officially unveiled in 2023 and this phone is actually a Redmi K60. Xiaomi officially announced the Redmi K60 in the global market under a different name. The smartphone has already received the Android 14-based HyperOS update and continues to receive new updates. The released latest HyperOS update brings the June 2024 security patch. System security has been increased and interface performance has been improved. The build number of the update is OS1.0.6.0.UMNMIXM. It should be noted that the update comes to users with Global ROM.

This update is currently rolling out to HyperOS Pilot users. The new update is expected to be released for all users soon. The new June 2024 patch has an update size of 495MB. We recommend that users install the latest released HyperOS update.

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Xiaomi’s new self-developed operating system, HyperOS, is coming to the Poco F5 and F5 Pro smartphones. This was confirmed by Xiaomiui which spotted the HyperOS test builds for the two devices.

According to the outlet, the HyperOS update for the Poco F5 will have firmware version OS1.0.0.1.UMRMIXM. Whereas, the Poco F5 Pro will receive the update with firmware versions OS1.0.0.3.UMNMIXM and OS1.0.0.3.UMNEUXM for the global and European versions, respectively.

HyperOS is a new operating system from Xiaomi that is designed to be more lightweight and performance-oriented than MIUI. It is also said to be more customizable and offer a more user-friendly interface while the OS also brings seamless cross-device collaboration between multiple devices. You can learn more about the HyperOS in our separate story here.

In related news, Xiaomi has officially announced the roadmap and initial list of devices that will receive the HyperOS update. The update will be rolled out to Xiaomi and Redmi devices in China first, followed by the first batch release of HyperOS for international devices starting in Q1 2024.

We will keep you updated as soon as we know more about the specific release date of HyperOS for the Poco F5 and F5 Pro.

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The Redmi K60 was announced in late December in China. The phone was recently released in global markets as Poco F5 Pro.

The 12GB + 512GB variant of the handset was introduced at ¥3,299. A little over a month after its release, the brand permanently dropped the price of this version to ¥2,999.

Now, four months later, the smartphone can be had at an even cheaper price. Let’s check out this deal.

Poco F5 Pro for almost half the price

Chinese online retailer JD is offering a crazy discount on the Redmi K60 (12GB + 512GB). Customers can purchase the phone for as low as ¥2,249 (~$315).

The lowest price possible is only applicable to the black color version. Whereas, white, blue, and green color options are available at ¥2,409 (~$340).

Thus, customers in China can get the 12GB + 512GB variant of the Poco F5 Pro at a cheaper price than the starting price (~$365) of Poco F5. Globally, this version of F5 Pro retails at $549.

This deal makes the Poco F5 Pro approximately $235 cheaper in China for a limited time. In other words, the device is available at almost half the price compared to the global variant.

Some of the key features of the handset include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, a QHD+ 120Hz OLED display, a 64MP main camera, a 5,500mAh battery, 67W wired charging, and 30W wireless charging.

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POCO F5 series has launched in the global markets. The lineup includes a standard and pro variant. While both devices have debuted in global markets, the Indian region only gets the POCO F5. The F5 and F5 Pro are rebranded versions of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60 respectively that are available in China. Read on to know what the smartphones offer out of the box. 

POCO F5, F5 Pro specifications and features

Starting with the display, the POCO F5 and F5 Pro feature a 6.67-inch 12-bit flexible OLED screen. Both devices come with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,000 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ support. The standard variant offers FHD+ resolution whereas the pro model maxes out at WQHD+. Both phones have a center-aligned punch-hole cutout and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. 

On the imaging front, the POCO F5 and F5 Pro feature a triple rear camera setup of a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro unit. There is a 16MP front-facing snapper. Both phones have optical and electronic image stabilisation. 

Under the hood, the POCO F5 is equipped with a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC whereas the F5 Pro is powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. Both phones pack up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. There is a liquid cooling vapor chamber for heat dissipation. The standard and pro models are backed by 5,000 and 5,160mAh battery cells with both supporting 67W fast charging. The pro variant also supports 30W wireless charging. 

The POCO F5 and F5 Pro ship with Android 13 OS out of the box. Connectivity options on the smartphones include a USB-C port, 3.5mm jack, IR Blaster, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, and 5G. The devices also feature an X-Axis Linear Motor.

In India, the POCO F5 is priced at Rs 29,999 and Rs 33,999 for the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB configurations. ICICI Bank cardholders will be eligible for Rs 3,000 instant discount. The smartphone comes in Electric Blue, Snowstorm White, and Carbon Black colors. It will go on sale starting May 16th in the country.

As for the global pricing, the POCO F5 costs $379 and $429 for the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants. On the other hand, the same RAM and storage configurations of the F5 Pro are priced at $449 and $499 respectively. The higher 12GB + 512GB variant of the device carries a price tag of $549. Both smartphones will be available from May 9th.

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Poco is scheduled to unveil the Poco F5 series on May 9. The lineup will include the vanilla Poco F5 and the higher-end Poco F5 Pro. Both models have leaked extensively in the past, so much so that we know all about them expect the pricing. Now just a day before the launch, the company’s UAE wing went ahead and listed the smartphones on the official website with complete specifications. Here are the details.

Poco F5 Pro

The Poco F5 Pro is expected to be a premium mid-range smartphone that will continue the company’s flagship killer legacy. It has been listed on the official Poco UAE website with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, paired with 8GB or 12GB RAM and 256/512GB internal storage.

It gets a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with WQHD+ resolution (3200 x 1440 pixels), 120Hz refresh rate, 480Hz touch sampling rate, an in-screen fingerprint reader, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. For photography, it will get a 64MP main camera with Omnivision OV64B sensor, f/1.8 aperture and 6P lens. The primary camera will be accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide-angle shooter with 120-degree FoV and a 2MP macro camera. The camera system will support OIS and EIS. There’s a 16MP shooter for selfies.

Poco F5 Pro is listed with a 5,160 mAh battery that supports 67W wired charging and 30W wireless charging. It runs Android 13 with MIUI 14 on top. It will be available in the UAE in White or Black color options.

Poco F5

The more cheaper Poco F5 also gets a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate, but the resolution is only 1080p. It makes use of the mid-range Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC with 256GB onboard storage and either 8GB or 12GB RAM.

In the rear camera department, there’s a 64MP main sensor, 8MP ultrawide unit and 2MP macro camera. There’s support for OIS and EIS. For selfies, you get a 16MP front-facing shooter. Poco F5 packs a 5,000 mAh battery and supports 67W charging. It runs Android 13 with MIUI 14, and gets NFC, IR blaster, NFC and Bluetooth 5.3.

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POCO, which is an independent brand split from Xiaomi, has confirmed that the company will be launching its next-generation F-series smartphones — POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro at a launch event on 9th May.

The launch event for the smartphone lineup, scheduled for tomorrow, will be live-streamed by the company on its official YouTube channel. The event will start at 8:00 PM GMT +8, which is 5:30 PM IST.

You can watch the POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro launch event through the below embedded live stream or by clicking here.

POCO F5

The POCO F5 is said to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, which is exclusive to the Chinese market. As per the leaks, the phone will feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, offering a 120Hz refresh rate, a 93% screen-to-body ratio, and a punch-hole camera located at the front.

Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, built on a 6nm manufacturing process and features an octa-core CPU with Kryo 670 cores and an Adreno 642 GPU. It also supports 5G connectivity and features an integrated AI engine for enhanced user experiences.

There will be a triple camera setup on the back panel, with a 64MP primary camera sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, the device is expected to come with a 16MP selfie camera. The device will run on Android 13 with MIUI 13 custom interface and will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging.

POCO F5 Pro

On the other hand, the POCO F5 Pro will come with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 3,200 x 1440 pixels screen resolution. The phone, which will have an in-display fingerprint scanner, will come with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

The smartphone will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM. There will be a triple camera setup on the rear that consists of a 64-megapixel primary sensor that supports OIS support. It will be paired with an 8-megapixel ultra wide-angle sensor and a 2-megapixel macro shooter. On the front side, the phone will have a 16-megapixel selfie snapper.

Similar to the standard F5, this one too will run the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with MIUI 13 on top. The phone will be powered by a 5,160mAh battery with support for 67W wired fast charging and 30W wireless fast charging.

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There are going to be multiple smartphone launches next week. A total of five brands have officially confirmed to debut new products in the next few days.

These companies, such as Huawei, Poco, Realme, Google, and Sony will release handsets spread across different price categories. All of these brands are expected to launch more than one phone.

All of them will be introducing new products, except Huawei. The latter will announce its already unveiled flagship handsets in global markets.

With that out of the way, let’s take at all the phones that are anticipated to go official in the forthcoming days.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Huawei P60 Series and Huawei Mate X3

Huawei has confirmed to debut the Huawei P60 series in global markets on May 9 (Tuesday). It could be accompanied by the Huawei Mate X3.

The Huawei P60 lineup includes three models, namely P60, P60 Pro, and P60 Art. All three handsets come with the same LTPO 120Hz OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip, and a 48MP main camera with variable aperture. The Art variant has overall better specs and a unique design.

Whereas, the Mate X3 pushes the foldable smartphone category forward with a thinner lightweight design along with support for adjustable hinge and water resistance. It arrives with a 7.85-inch inner display, a 6.4-inch cover screen, a 5x periscope camera, and more.

Poco F5 Series

The Poco F5 series is also set to go official on May 9 (Tuesday). The devices will be announced at 8 PM GMT+8.

The lineup comprises two models, such as Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro. They are nothing but rebranded Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60 for international markets.

The highlights of the vanilla variant include a Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 chipset, thin display bezels, 256GB standard storage, and more. On the other hand, the pro version will come with a QHD+ display, wireless charging, Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC, and more.

Realme 11 Series

The Realme 11 series is scheduled to launch in China on May 10 (Wednesday) at 4 PM GMT+8. The lineup is expected to include three models, such as Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro Plus.

The Pro Plus version will come with the best set of features. It will also sport a faux leather back and a circular camera island.

This device will arrive with a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chip, a 120Hz curved display, a 200MP camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 100W fast charging support.

Google Pixel 7a and Pixel Fold

The Google I/O 2023 developer conference is planned to begin on May 10. The search giant is expected to unveil the Pixel 7a and Pixel Fold at the opening keynote at 10 AM PT.

Thanks to numerous leaks, we know almost everything about these upcoming Google hardware products. The Pixel 7a will arrive with a 6.1-inch FHD+ 90Hz OLED display, Tensor G2 SoC, IP67 rating, 64MP (wide) + 13MP (ultra-wide) dual camera system, 18W charging support, and more.

While the Pixel Fold is anticipated to come with a 7.6-inch internal display, a 5.8-inch cover screen, and an approximate price tag of $1,799.

Sony Xperia 1 V

Sony is set to take wraps off the Xperia 1 V on May 11 at 1 PM GMT+9. It could be accompanied by Xperia 5 V.

The Sony Xperia 1 V is rumored to arrive with a 4K 120Hz OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, a triple camera setup, a dedicated camera shutter, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and more.

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The POCO F5 series of smartphones is set to launch in the global market on May 9. We have already covered a number of rumors and leaks regarding the upcoming lineup, so here is a full roundup on everything we know regarding the higher end F5 Pro model.

POCO F5 Pro Design & Display

Based on what we know so far, the POCO F5 Pro will sport a flat display on the front while the rear features curved edges for a comfortable grip. Official teasers from the Chinese smartphone maker also revealed that it will feature carbon racing stripes on these edges while the top left corner of the rear panel houses the rectangular camera module. This module houses three image sensors, an LED flash, and even confirms OIS support on the primary rear shooter.

Meanwhile, the front sports a tall 6.67 inch AMOLED display that offers 120Hz refresh rate and 3,200 x 1440px resolution. This panel features a center aligned punch hole cutout for the selfie camera, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection, and an in display fingerprint scanner as well. The bottom of the device houses the speaker grille, USB Type C port, SIM card slot, and even a microphone, while the right side features the volume rockers, and power button. It is expected to offer IP53 rating for added protection and measure around 8.5mm in thickness and 204 grams in weight.

Specifications & Camera

The POCO F5 Pro is the high end model in the series and is basically a flagship grade model with top notch specs and features. It will be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and at least one variant with 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Under the hood, the device will be powered by a large 5,160mAh battery pack that supports 67W wired fast charging and 30W wireless fast charging.

Other notable features include, dual SIM support, WiFi 802.11ax, NFC, GPS, and Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type C port for charging and data transfer, dual stereo speakers, and the usual suite of crucial sensors like proximity, acceleration, and others. The device will run on Android 13 OS based MIUI 14 OS out of the box. The POCO F5 Pro will launch with a triple camera setup on the rear that consists of a 64 megapixel primary sensor that support OIS support. This camera will be paired with an 8 megapixel ultra wide angle sensor, and a 2 megapixel macro shooter. Meanwhile, the front will house a 16 megapixel selfie shooter.

Expected Pricing

The brand will be announced the POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro in the global markets on May 9. Unfortunately, the company has yet to officially reveal the pricing for the higher end Pro or base model. But based on a recent leak, the pricing for the Paraguay market was revealed, which gives us an idea regarding the overall pricing for other regions as well.

The F5 Pro model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage will cost around 537 US Dollars, while the top end 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant is expected to have a 574 US Dollars price tag. Lastly, the F5 Pro will launch in two color options based on teasers and leaks, which includes a white and black. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event next week.

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Poco is preparing to introduce the Poco F5 series smartphones to the worldwide market in the near future. The launch event is scheduled for May 9 and will feature two models: the Poco F5 and the Poco F5 Pro. Prior to the launch, promotional content for the F5 Pro variant has surfaced on the internet.

The leak comes from known tipster SnoopyTech. The design of the device, as well as the key features revealed in the promo images, reveal that the device is a rebranded version of the Redmi K60. The K60 was launched back in December in China (check out our review of the Redmi K60). The device will likely be coming in black and white color options and will be powered by the last-gen flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.

Poco F5 Pro specs

Recent leaks revealed that the Poco F5 Pro will feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that sports a QHD+ resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels. It has a high 120Hz refresh rate, which promises a smooth and seamless user experience. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and has an under-display fingerprint scanner for added security.

Under the hood, the Poco F5 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, making it a powerhouse of a device. It comes with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, ensuring that it can handle even the most demanding of tasks with ease. The phone packs a 5,160mAh battery, which is capable of supporting 67W wired charging and 30W wireless charging. It also offers 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, which should be more than enough for most users.

The camera setup of the Poco F5 Pro is equally impressive, with a triple rear camera configuration that includes a 64-megapixel primary sensor with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 2-megapixel sensor. The phone also features a flash to help capture clear and detailed images in low-light conditions.

Connectivity options on the Poco F5 Pro include dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and a USB-C port. It also comes equipped with a digital compass, a screen orientation sensor, and an acceleration (G-sensor). The device is IP53-rated, measuring 162.8 x 75 x 8.5mm and weighing around 204 grams.

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The month of May will be as busy as April if not more in terms of smartphone launches. Only 3 events are officially confirmed so far. But there are multiple other expected conferences, the dates for which should be revealed in the coming days.

We are looking forward to new product releases from a whopping 12 brands. Apple and Samsung are the only major companies that might not debut new phones. Though the latter may introduce certain already announced handsets in newer markets.

These forthcoming devices will be spread across different price segments. Most of the phones on the list are being launched ahead of the 618 shopping festival in China, which annually occurs during mid to late June.

That does not mean there won’t be any global releases. In fact, we will be witnessing the debut of some of the most anticipated smartphones of 2023.

With that out of the way, let’s go through all the handouts that are about to launch in May.

Upcoming Smartphones in May 2023

Poco F5 Series

The Poco F5 series will be unveiled on May 9 at 8 PM GMT+8. The lineup will include two devices, namely Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro.

The standard and pro variants will be rebranded Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60, respectively. They will be even sold in original Redmi colors instead of the usual Poco color schemes.

Just like the last Poco F Pro model (Poco F2 Pro), the Poco F5 Pro will not be sold in India. The vanilla F5 will come with 256GB as standard and is tipped to cost below ₹30,000 in India and $500 in other regions.

Realme 11 Series

The Realme 11 series is scheduled to launch in China on May 10 at 4 PM GMT+8. The lineup is said to consist of three handsets, such as Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro Plus.

However, the brand has been only teasing the ‘Pro+’ variant. This version will not only have a leather back but also an OIS-assisted 200MP main camera and a curved display. It will be powered by the newly announced MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chipset.

These phones are also tipped to release in India this month. But we don’t have a date for it so far.

Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a

The 2023 edition of Google I/O will begin on May 10. The search giant is expected to take wraps off the Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a during the opening keynote of its developer conference, which will begin at 10 AM PT.

The Pixel Fold will be the company’s first foldable smartphone. The water-resistant foldable will feature a 7.6-inch horizontal foldable display and a 5.8-inch external screen. It is said to cost around $1,700.

On the other hand, the Pixel 7a will be the seventh-gen affordable Pixel A series handset. It will offer several upgrades over Pixel 6a, like a 90Hz display, Tensor G2 chip, and OIS-assisted 64MP primary camera, and more.

Sony Xperia 1 V

The Sony Xperia 1 V is set to launch on May 11 at 6 AM CEST. Unfortunately, not much is known about this upcoming flagship phone from the Japanese electronics giant.

Rumors say that it will arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, a 4K 120Hz OLED display, a 12MP (wide) + 12MP (periscope) + 48MP (ultra-wide) triple camera system, a shutter button, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The device may or may not be accompanied by Xperia 5 V and Xperia 10 V.

Motorola Razr 2023 Series and Edge 40

Lenovo-owned Motorola is expected to unveil its new generation Razr clamshell foldables and an Edge series flagship smartphone either by the end of May or early June.

For the first time, the revived Razr lineup will have two models in a single generation. They are said to be called Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra. The latter will have the largest cover screen on a clamshell foldable handset to date.

Whereas, the Edge 40 will be a toned-down version of Edge 40 Pro with some interesting features. It will come with a leather back, water resistance, a MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chip, a 144Hz OLED display, a 50MP primary camera, a 4,400mAh battery, 68W wired charging, and 15W wireless charging.

Honor 90 Series

The Honor 90 series is tipped to launch in May, however, its release could be delayed until June. The successor of the Honor 80 series is rumored to bring upgrades in the camera and performance departments.

The higher-end model in the lineup is said to arrive with specs, such as a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC, a 1.5K resolution curved display with high-frequency PWM, and a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL S5KH3 camera.

More or less, the top model will be almost the same as the Honor 80 Pro that was released in late November 2022.

iQOO Neo 8 Series

The iQOO Neo 8 series is anticipated to make its debut in China in May. There will be a standard and a pro variant. The iQOO Neo 8 Pro will be the first pro model in the Neo series.

As far as specs are concerned, the vanilla and Pro versions will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Plus chipsets, respectively. Both will sport a 120Hz OLED display with a fingerprint sensor underneath it.

The duo will arrive with a 50MP main camera but the sensors will be different; Sony IMX866V on pro and Sony IMX766V on regular. The pro version will also come with faster LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

Realme Narzo N53

The Realme Narzo N53 is tipped to launch in India in May. It will be a 4G-only handset like the recently released Realme Narzo N55.

We only have details on the device’s memory configurations, colors, and possible price range for now. It is said to start under ₹13,000 and will be available in two memory variants (4GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB) and two colors (Feather Black and Feather Gold).

Tecno Camon 20 Series

The Tecno Camon 20 series could release in May. The lineup is said to include devices, such as Camon 20, Camon 20 Pro, and Camon 20 Premier 5G. As their names suggest, the first two handsets will be limited to 4G, while the last one will have support for 5G connectivity.

These phones will arrive with a unique rear design. The vanilla, pro, and premier variants will be powered by MediaTek’s Helio G85, Helio G99, and Dimensity 1200 chipsets, respectively.

The premier model will come with a better set of features, like a 120Hz AMOLED display, a 108MP primary camera with sensor-shift OIS, and up to 512GB storage.

Infinix Note 30 Series

The Infinix Note 30 series is anticipated to launch in May. Four devices are expected in the lineup, namely Infinix Note 30 5G, Infinix Note 30 VIP, Inifnix Note 30 Pro, and Infinix Note 30i.

The first two models will be 5G-enabled powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 810 and yet-to-be-announced Dimensity 8050 chips, respectively, Whereas, the other two handsets will be limited to 4G connectivity featuring MediaTek’s Helio G99 and Helio G85, respectively.

The VIO variant will arrive with features, such as a 108MP main camera, 256GB storage, speakers tuned by JBL, a 5,000mAh battery, and 68W fast charging.

Lava Agni 2 5G

Lava Agni 2 5G is expected to release in India in May. The brand has officially teased its arrival and we even know a few details about it.

The phone is tipped to cost below ₹25,000. It is said to come with a 120Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, a 50MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 44W fast charging.

Vivo S17 Series

The Vivo S17 series is anticipated to debut in China in May. The lineup will include three phones, namely Vivo S17, Vivo S17 Pro, and Vivo S17e.

The Pro variant is expected to be powered by a MediaTek Dimenisty 8200 chipset, just like the Vivo S16 Pro. But the newer model will come with a 12MP zoom camera for portraits.

Whereas, the vanilla Vivo S17 and Vivo S17e will house a Snapdragon 778G/782G and Dimensity 7200 chips, respectively. All three models will carry support for 80W fast charging and sport OLED displays with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Vivo Y78 5G and Vivo Y36

The Vivo Y78 5G and Vivo 36 are expected to launch in May. The former will make its debut in China, whereas the latter will be introduced in India.

The Y78 5G will arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, a 50MP main camera, and a 6.64-inch FHD+ display (LCD). On the other hand, the Vivo Y36 will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chip, a 5,000mAh battery, and 44W fast charging.

The Y78 5G is expected to cost around ¥1500 or lower, while the Y36 is tipped to be priced below ₹20,000.

Oppo Reno 10 Series

The Oppo Reno 10 series is anticipated to release in China in May. The lineup is rumored to include three handsets, such as Oppo Reno 10, Oppo Reno 10 Pro, and Oppo Reno 10 Pro Plus.

The next-gen Reno family will arrive with a revamped design. The Pro Plus model is tipped to offer flagship-level features, like a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC, a 64MP periscope camera, a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, and 100W fast charging.

While the Reno 10 and Reno 10 Pro are said to house a Snapdragon 778G and Dimensity 8200 chipsets, respectively. Unfortunately, not much is known about their other specs.

Oppo A98 5G and a Mysterious A Series Phone

The Oppo A98 5G and an unknown Oppo A series handset are expected to release in May. The former will debut in global markets, while the latter will be launched in China.

The A98 5G is anticipated to come with a 120Hz display (LCD), a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, a 64MP main camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W charging. Whereas, the mysterious A series phone will share most of its specs with the Oppo A1, except for cameras.

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POCO is gearing up to launch the F5 and F5 Pro smartphones in the global market on May 9th. The pro variant was spotted in leaked renders as well as an unboxing video recently. Now, the brand’s global branch has officially teased the upcoming offering on its Twitter handle. 

POCO F5 Pro to come with WQHD+ display

The first teaser reveals that the POCO F5 Pro will come with a flat screen having a center-aligned punch-hole cutout and slim bezels. It will feature a WQHD+ display resolution. The power and volume rocker buttons are located on the right side. The USB-C port, SIM card slot, microphone, and speaker grille are located at the bottom of the device. 

Another tweet shows the POCO F5 Pro’s back panel design. It has curved edges for a comfortable grip. Both sides of the back panel have carbon racing stripes. There is a rectangular camera module at the top left corner. It houses three camera sensors along with an LED flash. The teaser also confirms the presence of OIS on the smartphone. The upcoming offering is seen in Black color and we can expect more options at launch. 

The latest teaser of the POCO F5 Pro suggests that it is indeed the rebranded Redmi K60 that debuted in China last December. Hence we can expect the device to pack the same core specifications. These include a 6.67-inch 2K 120Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, and a 5,500mAh battery unit with support for 67W wired and 30W wireless charging. 

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Poco is gearing up for a launch event on May 9 where the brand will be launching the Poco F5 series devices. The lineup will have two models: Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro. Both of these devices have recently emerged with their renders and specifications. Now, a new leak has surfaced online with the pricing of both of these models.

According to the leak, the Poco F5 (12GB + 256GB) will go for $422 in Paraguay. Whereas the F5 Pro will cost $537 for the 8GB + 256GB model and $574 for the 12GB + 256GB model. It is worth noting that the vanilla Poco F5 will be the only device launching in India on May 9. and it is expected to debut with a cheaper price tag compared to the South American variant.

Poco F5 Pro specs

The upcoming Poco F5 Pro is expected to offer top-of-the-line features. It will come with a large 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, along with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and an under-display fingerprint scanner. The device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a 5,160mAh battery that supports 67W wired charging and 30W wireless charging. It will also feature a triple rear camera setup, dual SIM support, 5G, WiFi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, USB-C, and a range of sensors. With these specifications, the Poco F5 Pro is set to impress smartphone enthusiasts.

Poco F5 specs

The POCO F5 is rumored to be a powerful smartphone with a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a punch-hole camera. It will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen2 SoC and Adreno GPU, with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

The POCO F5 is said to run on Android 13-based MIUI 14 custom skin and feature a 5,160mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. The phone is expected to have a triple camera setup on the back, including a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro sensor, along with a 16MP front camera.

Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a USB Type-C port. Overall, the POCO F5 is poised to be a high-performance smartphone with a sleek design, impressive camera capabilities, and seamless connectivity.

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POCO is set to debut the F5 and F5 Pro smartphones in the global market on May 9th. The pro model was spotted in leaked renders recently. Now the device has appeared in a leaked unboxing video shared by tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore on Twitter. It gives us a real look at the upcoming offering. 

The POCO F5 Pro will arrive in a Black box with Yellow colored fonts for text and the brand name. Apart from the smartphone, the box contains a 67W charger, a USB-C cable, a transparent phone cover, and user manual. Past reports suggest that the POCO F5 Pro will be a rebranded version of the Redmi K60 that debuted in China last December. The latest unboxing video indeed corroborates the same. 

The POCO F5 Pro has a slim design with a curved back panel. The volume rocker and power buttons are located on the right side. Both sides of the rear panel seem to feature a carbon-fiber-like pattern whereas the rest has a glossy finish. There is a rectangular camera module at the top left corner. It houses three sensors and an LED flash. A USB-C port, SIM tray, and speaker grille are located at the bottom of the device. The video reveals the front of the phone with a centre-aligned punch-hole cutout. 

Since the POCO F5 Pro is expected to arrive as a rebadged Redmi K60, we can expect the device to feature a 6.67-inch 2K 120Hz AMOLED display. It is tipped to be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and be backed by a 5,500mAh battery unit with support for 67W wired and 30W wireless charging. 

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POCO F5 Pro will launch globally on May 9. This phone is unlikely to be released in India. Reports have claimed that it will be a rebranded version of China’s Redmi K60. However, a new leak courtesy of Pricebaba, which carries the leaked renders, user manual, and specifications of the device, reveals that there will be a small difference between it and the K60.

As per the leak, the POCO F5 Pro’s battery will be smaller than the Redmi K60’s 5,500mAh battery. The rest of the specs seem to be identical on both models. The leaked renders show that its design will be identical to the Redmi K60. The images show the phone in black and white.

POCO F5 Pro specifications (rumored)

As per the report, the Poco F5 Pro will arrive with a large 6.67-inch AMOLED display that boasts a 3200 x 1440 pixels (QHD+) resolution, coupled with a high 120Hz refresh rate. The screen will be also equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and an under-display fingerprint scanner.

The device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a 5,160mAh battery. The phone will support 67W wired charging and 30W wireless charging. The device will offer 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

As for the camera setup, the Poco F5 Pro will have a triple rear camera configuration consisting of an OIS-enabled 64-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 2-megapixel sensor, accompanied by a flash.

Connectivity options include dual SIM, 5G (1/3/5/8/28/38/40/41/77/78 bands), WiFi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and a USB-C port. When it comes to sensors, it will come equipped with a digital compass, a screen orientation sensor, and an acceleration (G-sensor). Last but not least, it will be an IP53-rated device measuring 162.8 x 75 x 8.5mm and weighing around 204 grams. Readers can visit the source link to checkout the leaked user manual and remaining renders for the device.

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The launch date of the POCO F5 and F5 Pro smartphones has been revealed. The Xiaomi sub-brand has announced that the upcoming offerings will launch on May 9th at 20:00 GMT. While the F5 and F5 Pro will debut in the global markets, the Indian market will only get the standard F5 variant.  The POCO F5 will arrive as the successor to the last year’s F4. 

POCO F5, F5 Pro launch date revealed

Yesterday, Qualcomm’s India branch confirmed that the POCO F5 will be the first smartphone in the country to be powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 2 SoC. It is also confirmed to come in 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configurations. As per the teaser shared by POCO India and the Flipkart microsite (mobile only), the upcoming offering is seen with a back panel design that is similar to the Redmi Note 12 Turbo that is available in China. 

It appears that the POCO F5 global and Indian variants will be a rebranded version of the Chinese Redmi Note 12 Turbo. If this indeed turns out to be true, then we can expect the POCO F5 to feature a 120Hz AMOLED display, 64MP OIS-enabled triple rear cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging. 

On the other hand, POCO hasn’t officially teased about the F5 Pro. The Geekbench listing of the smartphone revealed that it will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC paired with 12GB RAM onboard. The device is rumored to be a rebadged version of the Redmi K60 in the global markets. 

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The Poco F5 series is anticipated to go official in the coming days. The lineup is said to include two models, namely Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro.

As per certifications and MIUI codebase, these devices are nothing but rebranded Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60. Hence, they are expected to offer the same set of features.

However, according to a recent certification, the battery inside the Poco F5 Pro will be different from the one underneath the Redmi K60.

The upcoming Poco F5 Pro will be fueled by a 5,160mAh battery. For comparison, the Redmi K60 has a larger 5,500mAh battery.

Apart from a change in the battery capacity, we think that the Poco version of the handset might also miss out on wireless charging. We are still awaiting confirmation on this.

Other than these minute changes, the Poco F5 Pro will most likely share everything else with the Redmi K60. Therefore, it should arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and Android 13-based MIUI 14.

Other expected specs include a 6.67-inch QHD+ 120Hz  OLED display, an OIS-assisted 64MP primary camera, dual stereo speakers, an IR blaster, a VC liquid cooling system, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

We are looking forward to the official announcement of the Poco F series’ launch date.

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Multiple reports have revealed that the Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro are in the works. Both smartphones are expected to launch in the second quarter of this year. A recent report revealed that the Poco F5 Pro will not be available in India, but the country is likely to get the vanilla model. Both models are expected to be released on the global market. A new leak, courtesy of tipster Paras Guglani has leaked the configurations and color options of the F5 duo.

According to the tipster, the Poco F5 will arrive in 8 GB RAM + 256 GB and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage configurations. He added that the F5 Pro will also come in same options.

As far as color variants are concerned, the Poco F5 and F5 Pro will be available in three colors, such as black, white, and blue. As it is known, the Poco F5 and F5 Pro will be rebranded versions of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60, which are available only in the Chinese market.

Poco F5, F5 Pro specifications (expected)

The Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro will feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. The F5 will support FHD+ resolution, while the Pro model will offer a higher QHD+ resolution. Both phones will ship with the Android 13 OS and MIUI 14.

For selfies, the Poco F5 will have a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. The back panels of both smartphones will feature an OIS-enabled 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro snapper. The F5 will have a side-facing fingerprint sensor, whereas the Pro variant will be equipped with an under-display fingerprint sensor.

The F5 and F5 Pro will be powered by Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 and Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipsets, respectively. Both phones will come with LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging. The Pro model will also support 30W wireless charging.

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Indian fans of the Poco F series smartphones are eagerly awaiting the next iteration after the success of the Poco F4. While the brand did not launch a Pro variant of the F4 last year, it is expected that the F5 series will bring both vanilla and Pro models this year.

According to leaks and certifications, the Poco F5 will likely be a rebranded Redmi Note 12 Turbo, while the Poco F5 Pro will be a rebranded Redmi K60. The Bureau of Indian Standards has already approved the former device, while the Pro model has appeared on the IMEI database. These certifications suggest that at least the vanilla version will launch in India. However, a recent leak by renowned tipster Kacper Skrzypek casts doubt on the release of the Poco F5 Pro in India.

Kacper Skrzypek claims that the Poco F5 Pro is unlikely to launch in India because there are no ROMs (MIUI builds) for an Indian device variant. He notes that there are no India ROMs for the codename “mondrian,” which is used for the Redmi K60 Chinese model and POCO F5 Pro global model. Poco separates Indian models from its global models, including the software, as India gets a distinct MIUI build. However, it’s important to note that this information is not conclusive evidence that the smartphone will not launch in India.

Therefore, readers are advised to take this information with a grain of salt and wait for further updates.

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Xiaomi is expected to launch its highly anticipated Poco F5 series of flagship killer smartphones by the end of this month, and a new leak has surfaced online showcasing the design of the upcoming Poco F5 Pro.

Captured by Hardik Desai on Twitter, the poster has obtained an internal FCC listing document that shows off the rear design of the Poco F5 Pro in its white colour option. 

The real-life image of the Poco F5 Pro as shown in the listing clearly bears much resemblance to the Redmi K60 smartphone that went on sale in China this January, with its large rectangular camera island on the top left of the back of the smartphone housing the triple camera units of the device.

The dimensions and glossy back are correct as well, and with the Poco branding on the left, it seems that the Poco F5 Pro will be a rebranded Redmi K60 for the global market.

As for the specs of the Poco F5 Pro, the smartphone will be Poco’s first device to feature wireless charging, with a massive 5500 mAh battery and support for 67W fast wired charging and 30W fast wireless charging. Under the hood, the Poco F5 Pro will be powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor by Qualcomm. 

As for the display, the Poco F5 Pro has a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a peak brightness of 1400 nits, 68.7 billion colours, support for the DCI P3 colour gamut, and 1920Hz PWM high-frequency dimming. The device will also feature an under-screen fingerprint scanner as well.

The cameras of the Poco F5 Pro will be the same main Omnivision OV64B sensor with OIS stabilisation as last year’s Poco F4, alongside the same 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro lens as well.

Besides the Poco F5 Pro, the standard Poco F5 (rebranded Redmi Note 12 Turbo) is also expected to launch alongside its brother in April as well. To know more about the pricing and availability of the Poco F5 series, stay tuned to our coverage here at Gizmochina.

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The month of March was full of smartphone launches. We witnessed the release of many most-anticipated handsets like the Oppo Find X6 series, Huawei P60 series, Redmi Note Turbo, and more.

April won’t be different either. Multiple big-name brands have already confirmed to debut several high-profile devices.

For example, Vivo will be launching its new-gen foldables, including its first clamshell foldable. Also, Xiaomi will release its new Ultra smartphone, while Asus will debut its latest ROG gaming smartphone.

Apart from the aforementioned premium handsets, we are also looking forward to mid-rangers and budget models, like the much-awaited flagship-killer Poco F5. All in all, there will be new phone releases this month spread across different price segments.

With that out of the way, let’s have a look at these handsets one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones in April 2023

Vivo T2 Series

The Vivo T2 series is set to launch in India on April 11 at 12 PM IST. The lineup will include two devices, namely Vivo T2 and Vivo T2x.

The T2 will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, while the T2x will house a MedaiTek Dimensity 700 chipset. However, both will boot Android 13.

They will arrive with AMOLED displays featuring a dewdrop notch, a 1,300 nits peak brightness level, and up to a 350Hz touch sampling rate. Lastly, they will reportedly cost below ₹20,000 in the country.

Realme Narzo N55

The Realme Narzo N55 is scheduled to launch in India on April 12 at 12 PM IST.  As per teasers and leaks, the phone will be a rebranded Realme C55 and will be sold via Amazon instead of Flipkart.

It will come with a 6.72-inch 90Hz centered punch-hole FHD+ display (LCD), a MediaTek Helio G88 chip, a 64MP main camera, an 8MP front-facing camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Android 13, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast charging support.

Being a budget smartphone, the handset will offer a dedicated MicroSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Finally, it will be available in blue and black color options.

Asus ROG Phone 7 Series

The ROG Phone 7 series by Asus will be unveiled on April 13 at 8 PM GMT+8. The lineup will include at least three devices, namely ROG Phone 7, ROG Phone 7 Pro, and ROG Phone 7D.

All three models are expected to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. They will boot Android 13 and will sport a 6.78-inch FHD+ 165Hz AMOLED display.

The handsets will look similar to their predecessors. They will most likely cost about the same as well.

Osom Solana Saga

The Osom Solana Saga is finally launching on April 13 at 10 AM Pacific Time. This device was initially announced almost a year ago in June 2022 as a Web3 smartphone.

Apart from the key features of the handset, the company also disclosed the hardware specs of this phone. Thus, we know that it will arrive with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display.

The product will offer a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera, a 12MP Sony IMX373 ultra-wide unit, a 16MP front-facing camera, a 4,110mAh battery, and an IP68 rating for dust as well as water resistance.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra has been confirmed to launch in China in April. The company is yet to officially reveal the date but we know a few things about the device already.

The device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 2 chipset. It will house an improved Leica-powered quad-camera system. The setup will include a 1-inch 50MP Sony IMX989 primary sensor and three 50MP Sony IMX858 sensors for ultra-wide, telephoto, and periscope.

It will come with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Finally, it will boot MIUI 14 based on Android 13 and will carry support for 90W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

Vivo X Fold 2 and Vivo X Flip

The Vivo X Fold 2 and Vivo X Flip are expected to launch this month. The former will go official as the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 foldable, while the latter is the company’s first clamshell foldable.

The X Fold 2 is said to come with an 8.03-inch 120Hz main display and a 6.03-inch 120Hz secondary screen. It will sport a Zeiss-powered triple camera setup head by a 50MP Sony IMX866 sensor. These cameras will use Vivo V2 ISP for image processing.

On the other hand, the X Flip will feature a large cover display on its back. But the screen appears to be inconvenient. This device is expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip instead.

Poco F5 Series

The Poco F5 and Poco F5 Pro might release by the end of April. These handsets will go official as rebranded Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60.

Therefore, the vanilla model will house the new Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 chipset, whereas the pro variant will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. But both will arrive with an OIS-assisted 64MP main camera, MIUI 14 based on Android 13, and 67W wired charging support.

Since both are rebadged versions of different phone lineups, their design will differ. Thus, the regular variant will sport a 3.5mm headphone jack, unlike the pro.

Oppo A1 and Oppo A98

After Oppo A1 Pro and Oppo A1x, the brand is now expected to release Oppo A1 in China this month. This device was recently listed on China Telecom’s website.

As per the listing, it will come with a 6.72-inch FHD+ 90Hz display (LCD), a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, Android 13-based ColorOS 13, a 50MP primary camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery.

On the other hand, the Oppo A98 is expected to be launched in the Southeast Asian markets by the end of April. Not much is known about this phone, except that it will support 67W fast wired charging.

Vivo Y100A

The Vivo Y100A will be released in India very soon.  The smartphone will be available in a single 8GB + 256GB memory configuration.

As far as specs are concerned, it will arrive with a 6.38-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 920 chip, a 64MP main camera, Android 13, a 4,500mAh battery, and 44W fast charging support.

The product is said to retail at ₹26,999. The brand will be offering ₹2,000 cashback on transactions via cards issued by select financial institutions.

Huawei Nova 11 Series

The Huawei Nova 11 series is rumored to go official on April 17. The lineup will bring a new design and it is tipped to offer satellite communication functionality.

Pro and non-pro models are anticipated. The former will sport a 50MP camera, while the latter will feature a 108MP camera. The pro variant is tipped to house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and support 100W fast wired charging.

Unfortunately, that’s all the information we have on the upcoming Huawei Nova 11 series.

Infinix Note 30

The Infinix Note 30 family might debut in April. The lineup is said to include three devices, such as Infinix Note 30, Infinix Note 30 Pro, and Infinix Note 30 VIP.

The vanilla Note 30 is expected to arrive in a purple color variant. It will come with a MediaTek Helio G99 chip, Android 13, an FHD+ display, a 64MP rear camera, a 16MP front-facing camera, and a 5,000mAh battery.

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POCO is gearing up to launch the successor of the POCO X4 Pro device in the Indian market. The POCO X5 Pro will be soon launched in India, the brand has already started teasing the device on its social media handles. The upcoming smartphone has now been listed on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification database. The device has been listed on the database with model number 23013PC75G. The alphabet “G” at the end of the model number confirms that it’s the global variant of the device. So this confirms that the global launch of POCO X5 Pro will happen soon and the brand is working on it.

Furthermore, another POCO smartphone was also listed on the IMEI database which confirms its moniker as POCO F5 Pro. This probably hints that both devices may launch at the same time in the global market and POCO will revive the “Pro” series by launching the POCO F5 Pro smartphone. The POCO F2 Pro was the last “Pro” lineup device launched by the brand and the F5 Pro is going to be the next. The listing also reveals some of the key specifications of the device.

The POCO F4 will run MIUI 14 right out of the box, according to the FCC certification listing. The listing also discloses that the POCO F5 Pro would be offered in global markets in combinations of 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB. Some of the connectivity choices are also disclosed in the listing. The POCO F5 Pro will handle WiFi 6 networks on both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands because it has WiFi a/b/g/n/ac/ax capability. NFC and Bluetooth communication will also be supported by the smartphone.

So that was it for a listing of upcoming POCO X5 Pro and F5 Pro devices. We are really excited to check the specifications and features of the devices and to test them out in real life. What are your thoughts on this? Do you think the upcoming POCO F5 Pro will be able to continue the legacy of the Pro series lineup? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below.

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Poco F5 Pro is likely to launch soon. Yesterday, it was reported that the device, which has a model number 23013PC75G, appeared in the IMEI database listing. Now, the same device has received approval from Singapore’s IMDA authority.

The “2301” numbers in the model number indicate that the POCO F5 Pro may debut in January 2023. The IMDA listing has no information on the specifications of the device. It only confirms that the device supports connectivity features like 5G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC.

In all likelihood, the Poco F5 Pro will be a rebranded version of the Redmi K60, which is already available in China. While the Poco may sport a slightly different rear design, its internal specs would be identical to the K60.

Poco F5 Pro specifications (rumored)

The Poco F5 Pro will feature a 6.67-inch OLED display that offers a Quad HD+ resolution of 1400 x 3200 pixels and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The device will be equipped with an under-display fingerprint scanner. The device will come preinstalled with the Android 13 OS and MIUI 13.

The Poco F5 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. The SoC will be accompanied by up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It will have a 5,500mAh battery that supports 67W rapid charging and 30W wireless charging.

The device will be equipped with a 16-megapixel camera for shooting selfies. On the back, it will have a 64-megapixel primary camera with OIS support. It will be coupled with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide snapper and a 2-megapixel macro camera.

At present, there is no word on the existence of the Poco F5 5G.

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The rumor mill has been claiming for several months that the Redmi K60, which debuted in China last week, will be rebranded as the Poco F5 in the global market. However, reliable tipster Kacper Skrzypek claimed that the rebranded K60 will be called the Poco F5 Pro in the global market. A new report has revealed the moniker and model number of the upcoming F-series flagship phone.

In a new report, Xiaomiui has published a screenshot of the IMEI database listing of the Poco F5 Pro. Apart from revealing the moniker, the listing also confirms the model number of the device as 23013PC75G.

The China-exclusive Redmi K60 has the 23013RK75C model number. The similar model number as the one seen on the Poco F5 Pro’s IMEI database listing is a good hint that it will be a rebadged version of the Redmi K60.

Poco F5 Pro specifications (expected)

The Poco F5 Pro is expected to feature a 6.67-inch OLED display that offers a QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the F5 Pro will have a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a 5,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging and 30W wireless charging. It is likely to come with up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

The F5 Pro will have a 64-megapixel main camera with OIS support, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 2-megapixel macro triple camera unit. For selfies, it will feature a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. It will arrive with other features, such as an in-screen fingerprint scanner, an IR blaster, and the Android 13 OS with the MIUI 13 skin on top.

At present, there is no word on the launch date of the Poco F5 Pro. The “2301” numbers mentioned in the model number of the device suggest that it may debut as early as this month.

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Poco will be soon launching the Poco C50 entry-level phone in India. The Poco X5 and X5 Pro will be available in multiple markets in January or February 2023. It is likely that after these products, the company may announce its F-series flagship phone. There have been reports that the Poco F5 will be a rebranded version of the Redmi K60. However, fresh information shared by tipster Kacper Skrzypek reveals that the Redmi K60 will be rebranded as the Poco F5 Pro. As far as the Poco F5 is concerned, the tipper is unsure about its identity and specifications.

This year, Poco released the Poco F4 and Poco F4 GT. The former was released as a tweaked version of the Redmi K40s, whereas the latter arrived as a rebranded version of the Redmi K50 Gaming. As of this writing, it is unclear whether Poco will be releasing the Poco F5 GT since Redmi will not be releasing a device named the Redmi K60 Gaming.  

The Poco F5 does not seem to be a rebranded edition of the Redmi K60e. The reason behind it is that the K60e is exclusive to the Chinese market. This year, Poco did not launch the Poco F4 Pro. Hence, there is a possibility that Poco may skip the Poco F5 in 2023. Since the new leak claims that the Poco F5 Pro is a rebranded Redmi K60, here is a look at its expected specifications.

Poco F5 Pro specifications (expected)

The Poco F5 Pro will arrive with a 6.67-inch OLED QHD+ 120Hz display, a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5,500mAh battery with 67W fast charging and 30W wireless charging. It will have a 64-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit and a 16-megapixel front-facing camera. It will arrive with other features, such as an in-screen fingerprint scanner and MIUI 13-based Android 13 OS.

Skrzypek also shared some vital information about the Poco X5 and X5 Pro. Readers can learn more about it in the “Related” section, which is listed below. 

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