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Realme reveals roadmap for Realme UI 4.0 rollout to first batch of smartphones

Jeet — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 05:07:28 +0000

Realme is all set to officially announce the latest version of its custom user interface for smartphones, dubbed Realme UI 4.0. While the exact launch date is not yet known, it is expected to be announced in the coming days.

Now, the company has officially revealed the roadmap for the first batch of smartphones from the brand that are set to get the latest Realme UI 4.0 update based on the latest Android 13 operating system.

The Realme UI 4 Early Access is already available for the Realme GT 2 Pro flagship smartphone, and several more smartphones from the brand are to receive the update starting this month. Here’s the roadmap shared by the company:

August 2022: Realme GT 2 Pro
September 2022: Realme GT Neo 3 150W, GT Neo 3, GT Neo 3 Naruto Limited Edition, and Realme GT 2
October 2022: Realme GT 2 Master Discovery Edition, Q5 Carnival Edition, Q5 Pro, Q5, GT Master Explorer Edition
November 2022: Realme GT
December 2022: Realme GT Neo 2, GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Custom Edition, GT Neo Flash Edition, and GT Neo

The update roadmap for the Realme UI 4.0 Early Access is for the first batch of smartphones, and the company said that it will soon release a new list of devices that will receive the update in the first quarter of 2023.

The timeline is currently for the smartphones in the Chinese market and after the Early Access version is available for some time, the company will roll out a more stable version of the new operating system, but there’s no exact timeframe revealed yet.

The Realme UI 4.0 is based on the Android 13 operating system and will come with more fingerprint styles, optimizations for the live wallpapers with new and richer animation effects, an updated notification bar control center, and much more.

U&i launched Four New Wireless Earphones with Up to 40 Hours of Playtime in India

Anurag — Fri, 27 May 2022 01:05:40 +0000

U&I, a consumer electronics brand based in India, has launched 4 latest audio devices including two wireless neckband earphones and two TWS earbuds. The newly launched earphones are said to have an ergonomic design and a long-lasting battery. Let’s take a quick look at their features and specs.

U&i Poker Series wireless neckband

U&i Poker Series wireless neckband earphones are the latest addition to the company’s neckband lineup. The earphones are said to have a lightweight design. The buds are made up of silicone and have an ergonomic design, the company claims.

The wireless neckband comes with Bluetooth v5 for connectivity and it has a range of 10 meters. They can easily be paired with both Android and iOS devices. The pair has physical control buttons that let users answer or reject calls and adjust the volume on the paired smart device with a few clicks. The wireless earphones also support Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, offering a hands-free voice assistant option to users.

The new U&i Poker Series neckband earphones are packed with a 150mAh battery. As per the company, the earphones can offer up to 40 hours of playback time with a single charge of two hours. The earphones come in three color options- Green, Blue, and Black. They come at a price of Rs. 2,999 ($38) and are backed with 12 months warranty.

U&i Leo Series wireless neckband

U&i Leo series wireless neckband comes with a minimalistic look and its frame is made up of lightweight ABS and Silicone materials, making it resistant to sweat and water.

The wireless neckband is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 and provides lag-free and clear audio up to 10 meters of connectivity from the source. The audio device has a battery of 250mAh which gives 36 hours of non-stop playback time on a single 2-hour charge. The Leo Series has a control panel with physical buttons that can be used to control music, take calls or wake the voice assistant.

The Neckband is priced at Rs. 2,499 ($32) and is backed by a 6-month warranty. The Leo series wireless neckband is available in 5 color options— White, Pink, Black, Blue, and Grey.

Roman Series TWS Earbuds

The U&i Roman Series TWS Earbuds come with a boxed design and a small cube-styled carry case. The wireless earphones use Bluetooth v5.1 for connectivity with a maximum operating distance of 10 meters for pairing with compatible smart devices. The earbuds feature touch controls, allowing users to change music, adjust the volume, answer calls or speak to your voice assistant

The U&i Roman Series TWS Earbuds pack a 300mAh battery, which is claimed to provide up to 40 hours of playtime. The earphones take around 1.5hrs charge completely. The pair is offered in Blue, Pink, White, and Black color options and comes at a price of Rs. 3499 ($45) with 6 months of warranty.

Total series TWS Earbuds

The Total Series TWS earbuds feature a stem design and come with a 300mAh battery that can last up to 36 hours. Moreover, each earbud includes a 40mAh battery for a 6-hour playback time. The total series earphones require only 1.5 hours for a complete charge.

For connectivity, the earbuds use Bluetooth v5.1 with a maximum operating distance of 10 meters for pairing with compatible smart devices. In addition, the TWS earbuds feature touch sensors for changing music, volume adjustments, and managing calls.

Backed with 6 months of warranty, the Total series TWS earbuds come at a price tag of Rs. 2499 ($32) and are available in white and black color options.

U&i launches 4 New Audio devices offering Non-Stop Playback for up to 40 hours.

Anurag — Thu, 05 May 2022 05:05:44 +0000

U&i recently launched 4 new audio devices including TWS earbuds, neckband earphones, and wired earphones in the Indian market. The audio devices come with a stylish design and offer an immersive sound quality.

Let’s delve into more detail and see what these products have to offer.

U&i Mystar Series TWS Earbuds

The TWS earbuds have become the new normal. After all, who doesn’t like the freedom to move around without having to deal with annoying cables? The U&i Mystar Series TWS Earbuds come with a minimalist design and small size.

Each bud has a 26mAh battery that charges to 100% in 60 minutes. The case consists of a 300mAh battery that can be charged completely in 90 minutes. The company promises up to 40 hours of playback time with the charging case.

For connectivity, the wireless earbuds use Bluetooth 5.0 which offers up to 10m range. The TWS earbuds also have support for touch gestures which can be used to skip songs, adjust the volume, and take calls. The U&i Mystar Series TWS Earbuds come with a price tag of INR 2,999 ($39) and are available in White and Black color options.

U&i Platinum Series TWS earbuds

The company has also launched a more premium range of TWS earbuds known as the U&i Platinum Series. These earbuds have a more stylish look and are built using ABS plastic. For connectivity, the earbuds use the latest Bluetooth 5.3.

The platinum series TWS earbuds offer only a 24-hour battery life with the charging case and earbuds combined. These earbuds can be purchased for INR 3,999 ($52) and are available in a single bright red color.

U&i Desire Series Wireless Neckband

U&I launched a new series of wireless neckbands known as the Desire Series. The neckband comes with a minimalistic look and its frame is made up of lightweight ABS and Silicone materials, making it resistant to sweat and water.

The wireless neckband is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 and provides lag-free and clear audio up to 10 meters of connectivity from the source. The audio device has a battery of 250mAh which gives 36 hours of non-stop playback time. The Desire Series has a control panel with physical buttons that can be used to control music, take calls or wake the voice assistant.

The Neckband is priced at INR 2,199 ($29) and is available in 5 color options— White, Black, Blue, Green, and Purple.

U&i Heat series Wired Earphones

Yeah, TWS earbuds are the trend, but they are not a great choice if you are a dedicated gamer. They may cause a loss of sound quality and higher latency while gaming. Wired earphones are your go-to if a smooth gaming experience is what you desire. The new U&i Heat series takes care of those who want wired headphones.

The pair of wired earphones come with a 3.5mm audio jack and 1.2m braided cables. The earphones are built using ABS plastic. The built quality appears to be durable; the company claims that it can last a “long time”.

The earphones feature 10mm drivers for immersive sound and a built-in high-sensitivity microphone for calling. The U&i Heat Series is priced at INR 699 ($9) and is available in 3 colors— White, Black, and Red.

U&i Airlift Series Power bank launched along with four high quality charging cables

Sudhanshu — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 18:10:11 +0000

U&i, one of India’s most progressive Gadget Accessory & Consumer Electronics brands, offers a wide variety of products in their lineup. Now, the company has added five new products to its lineup.

The newly launched products include U&i Airlift Series Powerbank, Blast Series Charging, and Data Transmission Cable, Star Series Cable, Titan Series Charging and Data Transmission Cable, and USB-C to Lightning Cable.

U&i Airlift Series Powerbank

The Airlift series power bank features a large 20000mAh battery capacity making it reliable for long use cases. This is a 6 in 1 Powerbank, which means it comes with 6 different types of ports to charge and that too at the same time. The Airlift series power bank has 5V-1A input which can be provided via Micro USB and Type-C. Its output on the other hand is 5V-1.0/2.0 (MAX).

U&i Blast Series Charging and Data transmission cable

The Blast Series cable is a USB-C to USB-C fast charging and data transmission cable that comes in a bright and attractive red color. The wire is made of high-quality copper can support 65W fast charging. Keeping the environment in mind, U&i has made this cable with bio-degradable materials.

U&i Star Series Super Fast Charging and Data Transmission cable

The Star series is a braided USB A to USB-C cable which makes it more durable than conventional cables. It’s made of high-quality copper and offers an output of 4A, which is quite impressive for a data transmission cable.

U&i Titan Series Charging and Data Transmission cable

The Titan series is a 3 in 1 cable capable of providing USB type A to lightning, type-C, and micro-USB output and input. The cable has a length of 1.25 meters and users can use all three connectors simultaneously due to its outstanding output of 3.4 A.

U&i USB-C to Lightning Cable

The brand has also released a new lightning cable for Apple users. Made out of high-grade copper, the USB-C to Lightning cable offers excellent data transmission speeds and a charging capability of 20W. The cable is 1 meter in length and comes in an elegant white color finish.

Pricing and Availability:

The U&i Airlift Series Powerbank is priced at INR 2,999.
The U&i Blast Series C to C Fast Charging and Data Transmission Cable is priced at INR 1,199.
The U&i Star Series Super Fast Charging and Data Transmission cable is priced at INR 599.
The U&i Titan Series Charging and Data Transmission Cable is priced at INR 1,499.
The U&i USB-C to Lightning Cable is priced at INR 699.

These products are backed with a 1-year warranty and can be purchased from all leading retail stores.

Upcoming Android 13 to reportedly offer a redesigned output picker

Jeet — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:17:15 +0000

Google recently rolled out the latest Android 12 operating system and the smartphone manufacturers are now releasing an updated version of their custom interfaces or skins based on the new Android version.

While the rollout of Android 12 is still ongoing, the tech giant has already started working on the upcoming version of the Android operating system and some of the features of the Android 13 have already surfaced online.

Now, a new report from Android Police reveals that the Android 13 will come with some UI changes apart from the addition of new features. Google could be giving a new look to the output picket menu in the upcoming Android 13.

For those who are unaware, the output picker is a part of the media controls, showing a button at the top-right with information about which device is playing the media such as cast devices, Bluetooth buds, and speakers.

The report further indicates that the functionality of the feature remains the same and while the images don’t show the button, it can be accessed from Settings. The volume sliders have also been replaced by newer thicker ones.

The disconnected devices are now grayed out and are no longer marked as “disconnected.” Round icons have also gone missing and the selected output device now has a checkmark to make it clear which device is active.

The updated design aims to make it cleaner and clearer for improving the user experience keep the design consistent with other elements in the Android operating system. But do note that this is still very early and it could get changed by the time Android 13 launches.

U&i launches four new affordable wireless earphones in India

Sudhanshu — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 11:48:29 +0000

U&i, one of India’s most progressive Gadget Accessory & Consumer Electronics brands, offers a wide variety of products in their lineup. Now, the company officially brings four new wireless earphones to their lineup. The new release offers a diverse range of wireless earphones with something for everybody. So let’s take a closer look at these products.

U&i Batman Series Wireless Earphone

The U&i Batman Series is a TWS offering that comes with up to 30-hour of battery backup. The device comes equipped with a 40mAh battery built into the earphones that grant it up to 6 hours of talk time. The charging case comes with a 350mAh battery and is capable of charging from 0-100% in just 1 and a half hours. Similarly, the earphones also take 1.5 hours to charge from zero to 100%.

The TWS offers a 5V/100mA output which is in line with the market standards and uses Bluetooth version 5.1+EDR for connectivity up to 10 meters. Additionally, the TWS has a standby time is 500 hours. U&i has priced this product at Rs. 3,499 ($47 approx)

U&i Missile Series Wireless Earphone

The Missile series is the next TWS offering from U&i which comes in a green camo theme. It is equipped with a touch sensor offering you control over functions like volume management, track switching, etc. on your fingertips. The device has 5V/100mA and offers 4 hours of talk time with its 30mAh inbuilt battery. With its case, the battery backup can be extended up to 20 hours with up to 400 hours of standby time. The TWS offers 10 meters connectivity range thanks to Bluetooth 5.0+EDR and has a total charge time of 1 hour for the earphones and 1.5 for the case. U&i has priced the Missile series wireless earphones at Rs. 3,499 ($47 approx)

U&i Pink Series Wireless Neckband

The next offering from the brand is the Pink Series Wireless Neckband which comes with Bluetooth 5.1 with a transmission distance of 10metres, and offers a standby time is 2100 hours. The talking time, as well as music time of this neckband, is 25 hours each. This U&i Pink Series Wireless Neckband has a battery capacity of 210mAh and takes 1-3 hours to fully charge. Moreover, it comes with a C-Type charger.

Its input power is 1.0A and that of output is 3mWX2, which means comparatively, it takes much less power to charge as compared to its performance. U&i Pink Series Wireless Neckband is available at Rs 2,499 ($33 approx).

U&i Screw Series Wireless Single Earphone

The U&i Screw Series Wireless Single Earphone is a single earpiece aimed at professionals and has a talk time of 24 hours. It comes with a Bluetooth version of V5.0 and its frequency ranges from 20-20000Hz. This earphone comes with a sensitive microphone at -85dBm to make sure nothing you say is missed and offers freedom to walk around with a wireless distance of 10m.

The device has a charging time and standby time of 2 hours and 20 hours each. It contains a lithium battery of 3.7V, with a capacity of 60mAh. The file formats supported by this earphone are A2DP/HFP/HSP/ AVRCP, easing the process of connectivity. U&i Screw Series Wireless Single Earphone is available for just Rs 799 ($11 approx).

Vivo starts OriginOS beta testers recruitment process in China

Jeet — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 05:52:33 +0000

Vivo has confirmed that the company will be launching its new OriginOS in China on 18th November, which will replace the existing FunTouch OS user interface that we see on all of the company’s smartphones.

Now, ahead of officially unveiling the new mobile operating system, the Chinese company has started the beta testers recruitment process in its home country. Vivo has started accepting applications from those who are interested in beta testing the software.

The application process started on 12th November and will be open till 18th November. The company has confirmed that the shortlist will be published on 20th November while the unit shipments will being from 23rd November.

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The project is being developed under Origin Studio carries the tagline “Brave New World”, which confirms a complete rehaul of the user interface. Earlier reports have revealed that Vivo will be offering two different types of interface for the users — OriginOS and Stock Android. Interestingly, the users will be able to choose and switch between the two options.

The company had previously stated that the upcoming custom user interface will be available for Vivo’s existing smartphones as well. To know for sure which devices will be compatible with the OriginOS, we will have to wait for the official launch.

Vivo‘s upcoming OriginOS is set to get launched on 18th November at a special event in Shenzhen, China. The new system is said to have an Anthropomorphic design and aims to offer a new experience to the users. We will know what the company has planned to offer once it is officially announced in a few days.

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Vivo’s new OriginOS confirmed to launch on November 18

Jeet — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 04:21:01 +0000

Recently, Chinese smartphone maker Vivo confirmed that the company is working on a new mobile operating system named OriginOS, which will be replacing the existing FunTouch OS custom user interface.

Today, the company has confirmed that the OriginOS will be launched on 18th November. For this, Vivo is holding a special event in Shenzhen, China. The new system is said to have an Anthropomorphic design and aims to offer a new experience to the users.

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In the previous teasers for the upcoming operating system, it was revealed that the company that the project is being developed under Origin Studio carries the tagline “Brave New World”, which also confirmed a complete rehaul of the user interface.

Earlier reports have revealed that the company will be offering two different types of interface for the users — OriginOS and Stock Android. Interestingly, the users will be able to choose and switch between the two options.

Along with the launch of this new Android-based mobile OS, Vivo is expected to announce several other products at this 2020 Developer Conference, including new apps, games, business partnerships, and more.

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Top 10 UI with best performance released by Master Lu Benchmark: OnePlus wins

Michele Ingelido — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 17:25:36 +0000

We are used to seeing benchmarking platforms testing the hardware side of smartphones in order to evaluate their performance. But the hardware side is not everything when it comes to the overall performance of a mobile device: among the other factors, there is also software optimization. When it comes to the software side of Android smartphones, manufacturers usually take two choices: make heavily customized versions of Android for their devices or release them with stock Android version with a low amount of customizations (or even with no UI customizations at all).

The first solution provides more features and useful applications, while the second one usually results in better performance. Master Lu Benchmark has released its personal top 10 of best Android user interfaces in terms of performance. According to the ranking, Hydrogen OS by OnePlus is the best one, and it is mostly a stock UI. At the second place, we find the EMUI by Huawei, which is instead a heavily customized Android version. The third spot is occupied by Smartisan OS by Smartisan, while the MIUI by Xiaomi takes the 4th place. Then we got Color OS by Oppo, the Samsung Experience found on Galaxy-series devices, Google Pixels’ UI, HTC’s Sense, Funtouch OS by Vivo and at last Nubia UI.

According to Master Lu Benchmark, the ranking has been created basing on desktop use, app usage, web content loading and sliding, photo viewing, file copying, boot-up speed and other operations. Obviously, it is impossible to evaluate every single scenario, so do not take this ranking as a comprehensive ranking. But we believe this ranking will be useful for many people to know that the SoC present inside a smartphone is not the only index of performance. Indeed, we often find several Android phones with midrange chipsets performing worse than low-end devices.

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