When choosing a high-end camera flagship in the Android market as of 2021, your options are normally the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, Vivo X70 Pro Plus, Oppo Find X3 Pro or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra. Besides their outstanding camera performance, another similarity they have is that all the camera phones mentioned above are using Qualcomm Snapdragon flagship chipsets, namely the flagship Snapdragon 888.

But Qualcomm is not the only manufacturer supplying flagship chipsets, MediaTek also has a series of flagship chipsets under its belt, namely the MediaTek Dimensity 1100, Dimensity 1200, and the recently announced Dimensity 9000 coming to smartphones next year. Since that is the case, then why do suppliers prefer to put Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets compared to the MediaTek counterpart?

In a press meeting today, Vivo Senior Product Manager, Mr. Han Boxiao, mentioned that from his experience in the industry, smartphones equipped with MediaTek chipsets actually do not take worse photos than smartphones equipped with Snapdragon chipsets. He mentions that the days of MediaTek being a worse performer than Qualcomm in terms of ISP processing and camera lens support have long been over, ever since the release of the MediaTek Helio P70 in 2018.

For reference, Vivo used the MediaTek Helio P70 in the standard model of the Vivo S1, the debut smartphone for Vivo’s new S series which would then be known as Vivo’s upper mid-range smartphone lineup with a focus on design and camera. 

Mr Han Boxiao also mentions that the reason why the myth that MediaTek smartphones don’t perform as well as compared to the Snapdragon counterparts in the camera department, is the lack of research and development from phone manufacturers themselves on their MediaTek smartphones. He notes that he found many MediaTek phones not being equipped even with the most important and fundamental factor of great smartphone photography — smartphone lenses equipped with OIS. The OIS not only enables better video stabilization, but it also provides better low-light photos, as better stabilisation helps to capture more colours in the scene within a shorter exposure time.

From the statements said by Mr. Han Boxiao, it can be deduced that if smartphone manufacturers are willing to pour in better camera hardware, as well as better research and development for its MediaTek smartphones, MediaTek phones may even outshine flagships equipped with Snapdragon chipsets.

This comes right after Vivo was confirmed to be one of the first phone manufacturers to use the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 in its next flagship smartphone. To refresh your memory, the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 is equipped with a fifth-generation six-core APU for AI processing. The 18-bit ISP can shoot 4K HDR videos with three cameras simultaneously. Devices powered with the Dimensity 9000 can support a massive 320-megapixel camera.

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(Via)

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Chinese handset maker vivo has been rolling out the Android 11 (Funtouch OS 11) update to the eligible devices in India since December 2020. With the days passing by, more vivo phones have started receiving this update in the country. The latest models to join this list are vivo S1 and vivo V15 Pro.

In early January, vivo shared Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) update plan for India. According to the timeline, vivo V17, vivo V17 Pro, vivo V15 Pro, and vivo S1 are supposed to get the update in March. However, the firm only released the update for the vivo V17 and the vivo V17 Pro earlier this month.

But now, according to a report by PiunikaWeb , vivo has also started seeding the Android 11 update for vivo S1 and vivo V15 Pro before the end of March. Just like the other two smartphones, the update for this duo is also under greyscale testing.

In simpler words, the Funtouch OS 11 update for the vivo S1 and the vivo V15 Pro is only rolling out to a select few users across the country. If these early adopters don’t face any major issues, then this very same build will be seeded out to all users via OTA.

Unfortunately, we are unaware of the build number for the latest system update. But going by the previous vivo devices that have received Android 11, the update should weigh over 3GB in size.

The vivo VS1 and the vivo V15 Pro debuted with Android 9.0 based Funtouch OS 9 and were later updated to Funtouch OS 10 (Android 10). Therefore, Funtouch OS 11 (Android 11) should be the last major update for these smartphones, as per the company’s update track record.

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Vivo recently launched the Vivo S1 mid-range smartphone in the Indian market and soon after the announcement, it started taking pre-orders for the same. Now, the company has started selling the 4GB RAM model of the Vivo S1 in India.

Notably, only the base variant of the phone, which packs 4GB RAM and 128GB internal storage is available for purchase through offline stores in India such as Reliance Digital, Poorvika, Big C, Lot, Sangeetha, Croma, and Vijay Sales among others.

In India, the Vivo S1 4GB RAM model is priced at ₹17,990 which roughly converts to $255. The company has also announced a host of launch offers such as 7.5 percent cashback on HDFC Bank debit and credit card EMI transactions, and benefits worth ₹10,000 for Reliance Jio subscribers. There is also an assured Paytm cashback when using Paytm for purchasing the Vivo S1 from retail outlets, and an additional 10 percent exchange value on Instacash.

The Vivo S1 flaunts a 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch, an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and the screen produces Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. It is equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Powering the smartphone is the MediaTek Helio P65 octa-core processor, which is coupled with 4GB or 6GB of RAM and comes with 128GB of native storage. There is a dedicated microSD card on the device for expanding its storage capacity.

The phone comes fitted with a vertical triple camera unit that includes a Sony IMX499 16-megapixel main lens with f/1.78 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with f/2.2 aperture and 120-degree of field-of-view and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The front notch of the Vivo S1 has a 32-megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture.

It is pre-loaded with FunTouch OS 9 skinned Android 9 Pie operating system and for the enhanced gaming experience, the device also offers Ultra Game Mode. The Vivo S1 gets a big battery of 4,500mAh capacity that carries support for 18W dual-engine fast charging.

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Vivo India has unleashed Vivo S1 as the first S-series phone for the country. The smartphone has arrived with a tall aspect ratio display, a triple camera unit, an impressive selfie camera and a large-sized battery. The Vivo S1 has arrived with a starting price of Rs. 17,990.

Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 measures 159.53 x 75.23 x 8.13mm and it weighs 179 grams. The 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display of the smartphone has a waterdrop notch. It offers an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and it produces full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. It is equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor. The Always-on Display feature makes it possible to view notifications and clock on the display without turning on the entire screen.

Powering the Vivo S1 is the Helio P65 SoC by MediaTek. The SoC is coupled with 4 GB and 6 GB of RAM. The smartphone comes with 128 GB of native storage. There is a dedicated microSD card on the device for expanding its storage. The Vivo S1 gets a big battery of 4,500mAh capacity that carries support for 18W dual-engine fast charging.

The Vivo S1 is fitted with a vertical triple camera unit that includes a Sony IMX499 16-megapixel main lens with f/1.78 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with f/2.2 aperture and 120-degree of field-of-view and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The front notch of the Vivo S1 has a 32-megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture. The smartphone offers user with photography features like PDAF, HDR, AI face beauty, photo filters, time-lapse and slow-motion video recording.

The Vivo S1 is preloaded with FunTouch OS 9 skinned Android 9 Pie OS. For enhanced gaming experience, it offers user with Ultra Game Mode. The handset has a dedicated hardware button for launching Google Assistant. Pressing the same button twice makes it possible to access Jovi AI image recognizer. The Vivo S1 has connectivity features like dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack.

Vivo S1 Price and Availability

The Vivo S1 comes in two models such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 6GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. They are respectively priced at Rs. 17,990 (~$253), Rs. 18,990 (~$267)  and Rs 19,990 (~$282). It can be availed through Amazon, Flipkart, Vivo’s online store and offline stores.

It can be bought through no cost EMI of up 9 months and buyers can also take advantage of extra Rs. 1,000 discount on exchange. Reliance Jio users can get Rs. 10,000 worth benefits and Rs. 2,500 cashback is available for Paytm users. The handset will go on sale from Aug. 14. Diamond Black and Skyline Blue are the two color gradient editions of the Vivo S1.

The Vivo S1 is available in different monikers in some other markets. In China, it is selling as Vivo Y7s and it has recently debuted as Vivo V17 Neo in Russia. Vivo is also selling Vivo S1 phone in China. However, it carries different specs and notch-less design.

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Vivo India will be launching the Vivo S1 smartphone in India on Aug. 7. Ahead of the launch, the entire specifications of the smartphone and the pricing of its different variants have appeared in recent reports. A fresh report by 91mobiles states that the Vivo S1 pre-orders have started through offline stores in India.

Citing information from retail sources, the publication has claimed that the Vivo S1 pre-orders will continue till the Aug. 7 launch date. In order to pre-book the smartphone, users need to Rs. 2,000 to spend as a down payment amount. The remaining amount can be paid after the launch of the smartphone. The offline sales of the phone will begin at 6PM on the Aug. 7. At present, only the base model of the phone that features 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage is available for pre-booking.

Vivo S1 Price in India (Rumored)

Retail sources have also revealed that that the Vivo S1 will be available in the country with a starting price of nearly Rs. 15,000. During the pre-booking period, the Chinese firm is offering HDFC card users a cashback up of 7.5 percent on purchases, Paytm users can take advantage of up to Rs. 2,500 cashback and Instacash app users can also avail 10 percent discount.

The promos of the phone have revealed that the Vivo S1 will be available in two color options in India. Vivo has recently launched the Vivo V7 Neo smartphone as a rebranded version of the Vivo S1 in Russia. The Vivo V7 Neo is available in two color variants such as Diamond Black and Pearl Blue. It appears that the Vivo S1 in India will be also available in same colors.

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Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 features a 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display with waterdrop-type notch. It offers full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The MediaTek Helio P65 SoC is at the helm of the Vivo S1. It is expected to come with up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of storage. A microSD card slot will be available on the device for additional storage.

The FunTouch OS 9 based Android 9 Pie OS will come preinstalled on the Vivo S1. It is equipped with a front-facing camera of 32-megapixel. The back panel of the phone is fitted with a triple camera unit with a 16-megapixel primary lens, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens and a 2-megapixel sensor for adding depth effects. The Vivo S1 houses a 4,500mAh battery that through supports 18W dual-engine fast charging. Also, the smartphone will come equipped with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

(source)

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Vivo has launched a new smartphone called Vivo V17 Neo in Russia. It is the same phone that is available in China as Vivo Y7s and in Indonesia as Vivo S1. The smartphone comes with a waterdrop-style notch screen, triple rear cameras and a big battery.

Vivo V17 Neo Specifications and Features

The Vivo V17 Neo features a 6.38-inch S-AMOLED display that offer 19.5:9 aspect ratio and full HD+ resolution. It offers a screen-to-body ratio 90 percent. The smartphone carries support for Always-On Display feature. A fingerprint scanner is embedded under the display of the phone.

The front notch of the phone features a 32-megapixel selfie camera that is equipped with AI Beauty for shooting impressive selfie shots. The smartphone is equipped with a triple camera setup on its rear. It has a primary lens of 16-megapixel Sony IMX499 primary lens, a wide-angle lens of 8-megapixel with a field-of-view of 120 degrees and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It is the very same camera setup that is found on the Vivo Z1 Pro phone.

The 12nm MediaTek Helio P65 octa-core chipset that works at 2.0 GHz is present under the hood of the Vivo V17 Neo. It is assisted by 6 GB of RAM. The internal storage of the device is 128 GB. The smartphone houses a 4,500mAh battery that carries support for 18W dual-engine fast charging.

The Android 9 Pie OS with the latest version of FunTouch OS UI runs on the Vivo V17 Neo. There is Ultra Game Mode on the phone for delivering optimized gaming experience on the V17 Neo smartphone. A single-click on the smart button placed on the left spine of the device gives quick access to Google Assistant. With double-tap, users can access Jovi image recognition feature. The V17 Neo comes with connectivity options such as dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack.

Vivo V17 Neo Price and Availability

Pearl Blue and Brilliant Black that features attractive diamond-cut design are the two color editions of the Vivo V17 Neo. The smartphone is available in Russia with a price tag of RUB 19,990 (~$313).

The Vivo V17 Neo will be debuting as Vivo S1 in India on Aug. 7. Rumors are rife that the Chinese firm will be debuting Vivo V17 and V17 Pro smartphones in the near future in India.

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This year, thanks to Sony and Samsung, camera tech in smartphones made a big improvement step as both companies released their 48MP sensors. If the evolution continues, it is safe to say that with the help of software too, smartphone cameras will be competitive to DSLR cameras in the next decade. The same 48MP sensor (we don’t know if the sensor comes from Sony or Samsung yet) appears in the latest teaser video of the upcoming UMIDIGI X. It will feature a triple camera on the back with one ultra-wide lens and AI support. The official release will take place on August 5th where we’ll learn all the details.

In the video, UMIDIGI claims that you don’t have to carry any heavy equipment like a DSLR camera or a bulky lens as the UMIDIGI X with its triple camera setup and AI support has got you covered. The 48MP main camera will help you catch more details, the AI function will optimize your photos without the need of editing on a computer, while the ultra-wide-angle lens will help you see more in a single shot. The video also confirms the clean back cover design for UMIDIGI X.

Besides the 48MP ultra-wide AI triple camera, in previous leaks, the UMIDIGI X has already been confirmed to house the latest optical in-display fingerprint sensor and come with a 6.35″ AMOLED display with a small waterdrop notch, as well as a slim body despite the big, 4150mAh battery and NFC it comes with.

The X will be revealed together with the company’s new truly wireless earphones -Upods- next Monday, before Samsung launches its expensive flagship, Galaxy Note 10. More details are going to surface before the launch but if you want to be among the first to get the UMIDIGI X, you can try your luck in the Giveaway Event currently running.

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With rumors saying that Apple is also working on an in-screen fingerprint solution for a future iPhone, that suggests that similar solutions are the future of security on smartphones. Unlike the ultra-expensive iPhone, more affordable phones are already available with in-screen fingerprint sensors and the Chinese manufacturer UMIDIGI is bringing its own in-screen fingerprint phone to the market with its new value king UMIDIGI X. The X will be launched next Monday, August 5th, along with the company’s truly wireless earbuds, Upods.

Now UMIDIGI is sharing a video to show the evolution of lock and key and indicates the in-screen fingerprint unlock is the future for smartphones. In the video, the company indicates it will make in-screen fingerprint unlock affordable for everyone with UMIDIGI X.

In case you’re a bit behind on previous leaks, the UMIDIGI X has already been confirmed to pack the latest optical in-display fingerprint sensor, and leaked renders also unveil the smartphone will sport an AI triple camera setup that will include a 48MP sensor and an ultra-wide-angle lens. Also, it comes with a 6.35″ AMOLED display with a tiny waterdrop notch and it is rather slim despite the big, 4150mAh battery and NFC it comes with.

On August 5th, together with the UMIDIGI X, the company will reveal its new truly wireless earphones Upods. We expect more specs and prices to be revealed in the coming days. If you want to be among the first to get the UMIDIGI X, the company is giving you a chance to win its future smartphone here.

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Vivo S1 will be launching in India on Aug. 7. The smartphone is already available in Indonesia. The same phone has been recently introduced in China as Vivo Y7s. A recent leak had revealed that the smartphone will be arriving in India with a starting price of Rs. 17,990 (~$260). A fresh leak has revealed that Vivo India will be three variants of the Vivo S1 smartphone. The pricing of three variants have also leaked.

The new leak reveals that the Vivo S1’s base model with 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage will be priced at Rs. 17,990 (~$260). There will be two other models of the phone such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. Both models could be respectively priced at Rs. 19,990 (~$290) and Rs. 24,990 (~$360).

It is also speculated that there could be a cheaper model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. However, the new leak has no information on its pricing. A leaked poster that reveals the specifications of the Vivo S1 shows that it will be available in Skyline Blue and Diamond Black colors.

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Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 features a 6.38-inch Halo FullView S-AMOLED display that supports full HD+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone offers a screen-to-body ratio of 90 percent.

The MediaTek MT6768 (Helio P65) chipset will be powering the smartphone with up to 6 GB of RAM. It comes with up to 128 GB of storage. The FunTouch OS 9 based Android 9 Pie OS will come preloaded on the device.

The front notch of the Vivo S1 is fitted with a 32-mgeapixel selfie camera that is equipped with features like face beauty, bokeh, AI filter, AR stickers, video face beauty selfie lighting and AI face beauty. The rear of the smartphone has a vertical triple camera setup that includes a ultrawide angle lens of 8-megapixel, a 16-megapixel main lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The triple cameras are assisted by features like HDR, Portrait Mode, AR stickers, video face beauty, selfie lighting, AI filter, AI face beauty and AI portrait framing.

The Vivo S1 is backed by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 18W dual engine fast charging. Lastly, the phone offers its user with an in-screen fingerprint reader that can unlock the device in just 0.42 seconds.

According to a previous leak, Vivo S1 pre-orders will begin in early August. Its first sale may begin on Aug. 15.

(source)

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In the previous week, Vivo India had released the first teaser of the company’s upcoming S-series smartphone for India. Through a video commercial, the company has confirmed that its forthcoming S-series phone will be called Vivo S1. The company has also confirmed to the media that it will be holding a launch event on Aug. 7 to announce the Vivo S1 smartphone.

The above shown “block the date” poster only confirms that Vivo India will launch its first S-series smartphone in India on Aug. 7. A new television commercial that is now available on the YouTube channel of Vivo India confirms that the company will be launching the Vivo S1 smartphone with 32-megapixel selfie camera and stylish design in the country. The TV ad features Bollywood celebrity Sara Ali Khan.

The TV ad also reveals that the Vivo S1 will be arriving in two colors. The first one is gradient color that offers a mix of white, blue and pink. It could be called Sky Blue. The other color variant of the Vivo S1 that has a darker appeal features an impressive diamond-cut design. It could be called Dark Blue.

Rumors surrounding the Indian launch of the Vivo S1 have revealed that its base model featuring 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage will be priced at Rs. 17,990. The pricing of the rumored higher edition with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage is not known yet. Vivo India is speculated to begin the pre-orders of the Vivo S1 in early August and its first sale may take place on Aug. 15.

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Vivo S1 Specifications

The Vivo S1 houses a waterdrop notch enabled AMOLED display of 6.39 inches. It produces full HD+ resolution and is equipped with an in-display fingerprint scanner. The MediaTek Helio P65 octa-core processor is at the helm of the device. The smartphone is backed by a 4,500mAh battery that carries support for 18W dual-engine fast charging.

The Android 9 Pie OS on the Vivo S1 is customized with company’s FunTouch OS 9 UI. Apart from the selfie snapper of 32-megapixel, the smartphone is fitted with a 16-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup on its rear. The specifications of the Vivo S1 smartphone are known because it has already debuted in Indonesia recently.

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Following the hot-selling A5 Pro, last week information surfaced talking about the next big thing from the Chinese manufacturer, UMIDIGI X. The device was supposed to be “coming soon” and indeed, the new budget king UMIDIGI X will be unveiled on August 5th. According to previous leaks as well as the new leaked render, the UMIDIGI X will indeed sport an in-screen fingerprint reader as well as a triple rear camera with 48MP main sensor. Also, the event poster suggests that on August 5th, the company will also launch its new true wireless earphones, Upods.

As you can see in the photo, the UMIDIGI X features a clean back cover with cool flame hue and that’s a result of the fingerprint reader being moved under the display. As for the main camera, it is an AI triple camera setup that includes a 48MP ultra clarity sensor and an ultrawide-angle lens. On the front, the phone sports a small waterdrop notch that contributes to the high screen/body ratio. Also, information talk about a slim body despite the 4150mAh battery inside it that supports 18W fast charging and the NFC chip.

As for the new headset that will be presented together with the X, all we know right now is that it will be called Upods. The design is similar to Sony’s latest true wireless noise cancelling earbuds Sony WF-1000XM3. Judging from the fact that UMIDIGI X is expected to be the most affordable smartphone with in-screen fingerprint reader and 48MP AI triple camera, the true wireless earphones Upods should also come with a great price tag.

Both UMIDIGI X and true wireless earphones Upods will go official on August 5th and we expect more specs and price to be revealed in the coming days. Lastly, if you want to be among the first to get the UMIDIGI X, the company is giving you a chance to win its future smartphone here.

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Recent reports have claimed that Vivo is gearing to launch the Vivo S1 smartphone in India. It is rumored to be the very same handset that was introduced earlier this week in Indonesia. Vivo India has released a first teaser to hint the arrival of the Vivo S1 smartphone which suggests its arrival could be close at hand.

The below shown teaser ends with “all new S series coming soon’ message. Rumors have it that Vivo’s upcoming series of smartphones will be aimed towards offline markets. As mentioned above, the Vivo S1 that was unveiled in recently will be debuting as the first S-series Vivo phone in India soon. A recent report had claimed that the Vivo may announce the Vivo S1 smartphone on Aug. 15 in the country.

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Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 has a 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display with waterdrop notch that offers full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The Vivo S1 is the first ever smartphone to feature the new mid-range MediaTek Helio P65 chipset. The SoC of the phone could be assisted by 6 GB of RAM. It may arrive in India in 64 GB and 128 GB storage choices.

The front notch of the Vivo S1 is the home for a 32-megapixel selfie camera. The rear shell of the smartphone has a vertical triple camera setup that includes a 16-megapixel primary lens, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The handset is backed by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 18W dual-engine fast charging. The FunTouch OS 9 flavored Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device.

Vivo S1 Price in India

According to a leak, the Vivo S1 will hit the Indian markets in two options such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The base model of the smartphone could be priced at Rs. 17,990 (~$259) whereas the higher variant may cost around Rs. 20,000 (~$290).  It may arrive in color choices like Sky Blue and Dark Blue. The Chinese firm may begin with its pre-orders in early August before its first sale on Aug. 15.

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The most important Chinese companies are focusing a lot on the global market in the latest years. The A series from Xiaomi created for the global market became so important that even Android One gained a lot of popularity thanks to this line-up. And now, the iconic series has a successor: Xiaomi Mi A3. But besides Xiaomi, even Oppo and Vivo released new mid-rangers for the global market. Oppo came up with the Reno Z, the most affordable variant of the Reno series, while Vivo launched the global version of the Vivo S1. If you live outside China, this specs comparison may be very useful if you are looking for a new mid-ranger.

Xiaomi Mi A3 vs Vivo S1 vs Oppo Reno Z

Design

One of the best qualities of the Xiaomi Mi A3 is its amazing design alongside its build quality. Despite it is a budget phone, it is equipped with a glass rear back with very suggestive light effects which vary depending on light reflection, as well as an aluminum frame and the strong Gorilla Glass 5 protection. It is beautiful and it is even the most compact phone of the trio, despite the presence of a big battery. Even Oppo Reno Z and Vivo S1 come with an original design and solid materials, but they have a plastic frame instead of a metal one, so a less solid build quality and a less elegant design.

Display

While in my opinion, Xiaomi Mi A3 is the winner of the design comparison, it loses immediately when it comes to the display. The reason why we exclude it at the beginning is a too low resolution of the panel: someone considers Xiaomi Mi A3 a downgrade of the predecessor Mi A2 because it has just an HD+ resolution. Vivo S1 and Oppo Reno Z have Full HD+ and AMOLED display, so definitely better. Between these twos, Oppo Reno Z should be the winner because it is HDR10-compliant and it should be able to show richer colors.

Specs & Software

A lot of people associate Mediatek chipsets to low performances, but it is not so: MediaTek improved its processor a lot in the last period, despite it does not produce flagship chipsets anymore. As Master Lu showed, the Helio P90 is one of the best chipsets in terms of AI performance, and it is on board of the Oppo Reno Z. Further, we also believe that thanks to the Helio P90, Oppo Reno Z will perform better than Xiaomi Mi A3 and Vivo S1 in most of the scenarios. It even has more RAM: 6 or 8 GB depending on the chosen configuration, while Xiaomi Mi A3 and Vivo S1 stop at just 4 GB. Last but not least, Oppo Reno Z comes with up to 256 GB of internal storage (instead of 128 GB), but it lacks a micro SD slot. While Oppo Reno Z wins the hardware comparison, Xiaomi Mi A3 looks more interesting on the software side because it is Android One-powered, so it will have faster updates for a long time.

Camera

Xiaomi Mi A3 is the overall best camera phone of this trio. It is equipped with a rear triple camera including a 48 MP main sensor and an 8 MP ultrawide lens, as well as an amazing 32 MP selfie camera. Vivo S1 has a triple camera as well, but just a 16 MP main sensor with a reasonable quality. So the second place goes to the Oppo Reno Z and its 48 MP dual camera with a bright f/1.7 focal aperture.

Battery

In order to give you a definitive verdict on the battery life, we have to test the global version of the Vivo S1 (it just debuted, so we had no chance to test its battery life). It has the biggest battery, but there is to consider that Xiaomi Mi A3 has more efficient hardware components. So it will be a hard fight.

Price

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Xiaomi Mi A3 vs Vivo S1 vs Oppo Reno Z: PROs and CONS

Vivo S1

PROs

• Huge battery
• Micro SD slot
• Wide display

CONS

• Average cameras

Xiaomi Mi A3

PROs

• Good design and build quality
• Android One
• Micro SD slot
• Amazing cameras
• Long battery life
• More compact

CONS

• HD display

Oppo Reno Z

PROs

• Higher performance
• Better display
• Faster charging
• Big battery

CONS

• No micro SD

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Following the hot-selling A5 Pro, UMIDIGI is developing the next budget king that will disrupt the market with its price and specs. According to leaked specs, the upcoming device is going to sport an in-display fingerprint sensor as well as a triple rear camera with 48MP main sensor! A leaked photo of the protective sticker implies that the device is already in production and reveals all the key specs.

The specs revealed talk about a 6.35″ AMOLED display with an embedded fingerprint sensor. If this turns out to be accurate, the UMIDIGI X will be the first device of the company to come with these two high-end flagship features (48MP camera and AMOLED display). The sticker doesn’t reveal the shape of the display so we can’t tell if it will come with a notch or if the Chinese manufacturer will use a pop-up camera.

Talking about the camera, the X will come with a configuration similar to the A5 Pro. There will be a 48MP AI triple camera setup that will include an ultra-wide-angle lens. It is the first time that UMIDIGI stresses the AI capabilities of a phone’s camera and we can assume that it will come with the same camera features that S3 Pro gained after the latest software update (Super Night mode and AI scenes detection). This attention to software is very promising for the company’s users.

In addition, the sticker also mentions the 4150mAh battery capacity that supports 18W fast charging as well as the multi-function NFC that supports Google Pay. Despite the large battery capacity, the UMIDIGI X will allegedly have a thin, 7.9mm profile. The device will most certainly come with a budget price but we won’t know for sure until it’s officially released. If you want to be among the first to get the upcoming device, UMIDIGI is giving you a chance to win its future smartphone here.

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Vivo has recently launched the Vivo S1 smartphone in Indonesia. Recent reports have claimed that the Chinese manufacturer will be targeting the offline market in India through its upcoming S-series of smartphones. The Vivo S1 that has recently launched in Indonesia is also expected to arrive soon in India. A fresh report from 91mobiles reveals that Vivo India will be announcing it on Aug. 15 with a starting price of Rs. 17,990 (~$259).

An anonymous Vivo executive has revealed to the publication that Vivo S1 will be releasing in two models in India such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The base model will be carrying a price tag of Rs. 17,990 (~$259). However, the pricing of the higher variant is not known yet. It could be priced around Rs. 20,000 (~$290). It is also revealed now that the Vivo S1 will be available pre-orders from early August and it will be available for buying from Aug. 15. The handset is expected to arrive in two color options such as Sky Blue and Dark Blue in the country.

Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

Earlier in this year, Vivo had launched the Vivo S1 smartphone with 6.53-inch IPS LCD notch-less display, 25-megapixel pop-up selfie camera, 12-megapixel + 8-megpixel + 5-megapixel triple camera setup, Helio P60 chipset and 3,940mAh battery. However, the Vivo S1 that has gone official in Indonesia and is now rumored to release in India next is a different smartphone.

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The Vivo S1 for India has 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display with waterdrop notch. It supports full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. It is the first ever phone to be fueled by the Helio P65 chipset by MediaTek. For capturing selfies, the handset features a front-facing camera of 32-megapixel. The back panel of the phone has a triple camera setup that includes a primary lens of 16-megapixel, an ultrawide 8-megapixel lens and a depth sensor of 2-megapixel. The smartphone is backed by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 18W dual engine fast charging through microUSB 2.0.

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Vivo has launched the Vivo S1 and S1 Pro smartphones in its home country China earlier this year. Now, it is being reported that the company is gearing up to launch the Vivo S1 in the Indian market, which could happen soon.

Now, ahead of the phone’s launch in the Indian market, the Vivo S1 has been launched in Indonesia. The phone is now available for pre-order in Indonesia and is priced at 3599000 Indonesian Rupiah, which roughly converts to $258. It comes in two color options — Cosmic Green and Skyline Blue and will start shipping from 23rd July.

The specifications of the device are a bit different from the specs of the Vivo S1 launched in China in March this year. It comes with a 6.39-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with 2340 x 1080 pixels screen resolution and about 90% screen-to-body ratio. It also comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the latest MediaTek Helio P65 12nm octa-core SoC. The handset packs 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot, which enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 256GB.

Coming to the camera department, it features a 16-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.78 aperture and an 8-megapixel ultrawide secondary sensor. There’s also a 2-megapixel tertiary camera sensor for depth sensing. On the front side, the device comes equipped with a 32-megapixel snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

As for the connectivity options, the device comes with support for Dual 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac dual-band, Bluetooth 5, GPS/GLONASS, and a micro USB port. The device runs Android 9 Pie operating system with the company’s own FunTouch OS on top and is powered by a 4,500mAh battery with support for fast charging.

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Recent reports have revealed that Vivo will be launching the Vivo S1 smartphone soon in India. A new Vivo phone that has a model number of Vivo V1913A has been benchmarked on Geekbench. Since it is powered by MediaTek Helio P6768 chipset, it is being speculated that the Vivo V1913A could be the upcoming Vivo S1 smartphone for India.

The Vivo V1913A Geekbench listing reveals that is powered by the MediaTek MT6768 chipset has a base frequency of 1.70 GHz. It is nothing but the all new Helio P65 chipset. The SoC is supported by 6 GB of RAM and the handset runs on Android 9 Pie OS. In the single-core test, the Vivo V1913A has scored 1818 points and it has recorded a score of 6019 points in the multi-core test. In the previous month, the Vivo V1913A had appeared with its images and full specifications on TENAA.

A recent leak had revealed that the Vivo S1 that will be arriving in soon in India will be the first phone to be fueled by the MediaTek Helio P65. The leaked image (shown below) also carried the key specs of the smartphone. Apparently, the Vivo V1913A’s images and specs that appeared on TENAA seems to match with Vivo S1 shown in the leaked image. Hence, there is a possibility that the Vivo V1913A that has appeared on Geekbench could be the Vivo S1 smartphone.

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The leaked poster reveals that the Vivo S1 will come with 6.38-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED display with in-screen fingerprint reader. It features a front-facing camera of 32-megapixel and a 16-megapixel + 8-meapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup. The Helio P65 SoC that powers the phone is assisted by 4 GB of RAM. It has 128 GB of native storage. The 4,500mAh battery of the phone supports dual-engine fast charging. The handset is loaded with Android 9 Pie OS.

Vivo has already launched Vivo S1 smartphone earlier this year. The specifications and design of Vivo V1913A is different from the Vivo S1 for China. Hence, there is a possibility that the Vivo V1913A may launch in India as Vivo S1, but it may sport a different name in China.

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In late March, Vivo announced the Vivo S1 in China as the first of a new series. The phone is now heading to launch in India. However, while it shares the same name as the Chinese model, leaked live photos show it has a different design. The complete specifications of the phone have also leaked and it reveals the phone will come with a brand new chipset from MediaTek called the Helio P65.

The Vivo S1 Indian Edition will not have a notch-free display like its Chinese sibling of the same name. It also doesn’t have a pop-up selfie camera. Instead, there is a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera.

While it does have triple cameras too, the sensors are different and the design also differs. The length of the housing is shorter, the sensors are closer to each other and not separated by the LED flash which itself has a different shape. The Indian variant also has an in-display fingerprint scanner which Vivo calls “Screen Touch ID”.

Coming to the specs, the Indian model has a smaller 6.38-inch display but an AMOLED panel and not LCD. It swaps the Helio P70 for a new Helio P65. The processor is said to have 8 cores – 2x A75 at 2.0GHz + 6x A55 cores; which should make it more powerful than the Helio P70 which has 4 x A73 cores and 4 X A53 cores. It will be paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

There is a 32MP camera in front for selfies while the rear cameras are made up of a 16MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The Vivo S1 will also have a much bigger 4500mAh battery with Vivo’s Dual Engine fast charging technology. The phone will run Android 9 Pie out of the box.

Photos of the phone show a blue-purple gradient finish. In one of the images, we see there is a sky blue variant on a poster. The phone will come in a white box with a large “S” inscribed on it and is rumored to have a price tag of about INR 20,000 (~$290). The launch date is reported as early August.

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Earlier this year, Vivo had introduced S-series of smartphones in China by launching Vivo S1 and Vivo S1 Pro handsets. Recent reports have claimed that the Chinese firm is gearing up to introduce the S-series handsets in India to target the offline markets. A teaser of the Vivo S1 smartphone has been leaked by 91mobiles. It reveals that the handset will be equipped with triple rear cameras. The leaked poster also states that the Vivo S1 will be “coming soon” to India.

The Vivo V15 that was launched earlier this year in India is available with Vivo S1 moniker. Hence, the Vivo S1 is equipped with a triple camera setup on its rear, a pop-up selfie camera and a notch-less display. There is a slight difference in the design of the rear-mounted triple camera setup of the Indian variant shown in the leaked teaser as compared to the Chinese version.

A previous leak had revealed that the base model of the Vivo S1 will be priced around Rs. 20,000 and it will feature 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB storage. The higher model of the phone may cost Rs. 25,000 and it may come with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage. Rumors have it the advanced version of the S1 that is available in China as Vivo S1 Pro will be also debuting in the near future in India.

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Vivo S1 Specifications

The Vivo S1 features a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with notch-less design. It supports full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The smartphone boasts a screen-to-body ratio of 90.95 percent. The MediaTek Helio P70 fuels the smartphone with a 3,940mAh battery that supports 18W dual-engine fast charging through USB-C.

The Vivo S1 is fitted with a dedicated button for accessing the Jovi AI assistant. The Indian version could be featuring the same button for accessing Google Assistant and Google Lens as seen on Vivo Z1 Pro handset. The FunTouch OS 9 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. It has a pop-up selfie camera of the 24.8-megapixel. The triple camera setup of the phone includes a 12-megapixel primary lens with f/1.7 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with f/2.2 aperture and a 5-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture.

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Recent reports have revealed that Vivo India is gearing up to introduce Z-series and S-series of smartphones in India. In fact, Vivo is expected to launch the Vivo Z1 Pro smartphone by the end of this month in the country. The Z-series is expected to be aimed towards online markets whereas the S-series is tipped to target offline markets. Citing information made available through its sources, 91mobiles has revealed some vital details of the first S-series phone that is heading to India. It claims that the handset will arrive with up to 8 GB of RAM and it will be priced in the sub-Rs. 25,000 price category.

The publication claims that the first Vivo S phone will be arriving in two models such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The 6 GB variant will be priced below Rs. 20,000 whereas the 8 GB RAM edition is expected to be priced around Rs. 25,000. The Chinese firm will be mainly focusing in the design and style aspects of the Vivo S series rather than specifications.

Chinese firms like Xiaomi and Realme are aggressively targeting the offline markets. This year Samsung introduced the A-series to win the offline audience. Vivo will be competing with these brands in the offline markets through its upcoming S-lineup. Unfortunately, the name of the first S-series phone from is currently under the wraps.

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So, far Vivo has released only two S-series phones in China such as Vivo S1 and Vivo S1 Pro. Launched in April in China, the Vivo S1 was introduced with up to 6 GB RAM and up to 128 GB of built-in storage. It features a 6.53-inch IPS LCD panel with notch-less display and rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. Under hood of the phone is the MediaTek Helio P70 chipset. The rear shell of the phone has 12-mgeapixel + 8-mgeapixel + 5-megapixel triple camera setup and a pop-up selfie camera of 25-megapixel. It comes with a 3,940mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging through microUSB 2.0.

The Vivo S1 Pro that was launched in May came with a 6.39-inch S-AMOLED display and in-screen fingerprint reader. the Snapdragon 675 chipset powers the smartphone with up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage. It features 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel triple rear cameras and a pop-up selfie snapper of 32-megapixel. The phone is packed with a 3,700mAh battery that supports 18W charging through microUSB 2.0.

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Vivo has recently launched Vivo Y17 and Y15 smartphones in India. The sales of another Y-series phone called Vivo Y12 will begin this week in the country. According to 91mobiles, Vivo is now gearing up to introduce a new Z-series smartphone in India. Also, it also planning to introduce its S-lineup in the country. The Z-series smartphones will be sold exclusively through online channels. However, the S-series phones will be only available offline.

Last year, Vivo had launched Vivo Z10 smartphone in India. It was actually the Vivo V7+ phone launched with the Z10 moniker for offline markets. However, since then the company has not launched a Z-series phone in the country. Citing information received by its source, the publication has claimed that the upcoming Z models will be arriving to take on the Xiaomi phones that are sold only through online channels in India.

In India, Vivo had launched the Vivo V15 and Vivo V15 Pro smartphones earlier this year. The same phones were rebranded as Vivo S1 and S1 Pro in China. According to the publication, Vivo’s S-series will be also releasing in India. However, it is expected to hit the Indian market after Vivo’s Z-series.

Vivo has recently released the Vivo Z5x as its first phone with punch-hole display design. There is a possibility that the Chinese firm may launch this phone in India soon. It comes with a 6.53-inch display that produces full HD+ resolution and it is fueled by Snapdragon 710 chipset. The SoC is supported by 8 GB of RAM. The native storage of the phone is 128 GB.

The rear side of the phone is equipped with a 16-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup. The display hole is equipped with a 16-megapixel selfie camera. The FunTouch OS based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. It draws power from a 5,000mAh battery. The handset is available in China with a price tag of 1,398 Yuan (~$202).

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Vivo has unleashed the Vivo S1 Pro as its second S-series phone after the Vivo S1 that was made official in March. The smartphone is equipped with a notch-less display and a pop-up selfie camera like the Vivo S1. However, it is packed with slightly better internals since it has arrived as a “Pro” version.

Vivo S1 Pro Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 that features a glass back measures 157.25 x 74.71 x 8.21mm and it weigh 185 grams. The Vivo S1 has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD notch-less display whereas its Pro edition comes with Super AMOLED display of 6.39-inches. The notch-less screen supports full HD+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ration and it is integrated with an in-display fingerprint sensor. The smartphone offers a screen-to-body ratio of 91.64 percent.

The Helio P70 powers the Vivo S1 along with 6 GB of RAM. The S1 Pro has up to 8 GB of RAM and it is fueled by the Snapdragon 675 SoC. The highest configuration model of the S1 Pro has 256 GB of native storage. The S1 comes in a single storage version of 128 GB.

The Vivo S1 Pro has a triple camera system on its rear. It includes a 48-megapixel (f/1.78 aperture) lens, an 8-megapixel wide-angle (f/2.2 aperture) and a 5-megapixe depth sensor (f/2.4 aperture). It has a pop-up selfie camera of 32-megapixel. On the other side, the Vivo S1 has 25-megapixel pop-up selfie shooter and 12-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel triple rear-facing cameras.The Vivo S1 Pro draws power from 3,700mAh battery where is non-Pro edition has a larger 3,940mAh battery. The FunTouch OS 9 based Android 9 Pie is available on the device. For stutter-free gaming experience, the S1 Pro comes with Multi-Turbo acceleration engine. It also features Joi AI smart assistant onboard. The other features that are available on the Vivo S1 Pro are dedicated physical button for Jovi AI, dual-SIM support, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm headphone jack.

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Vivo S1 Price andRelease Date

The Vivo S1 will be hitting the Chinese markets on May 9 in two options such as 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. Both variants will cost 2,698 Yuan (~$400). Love Blue and Coral Red are the two color variants of the Vivo S1 Pro.

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Vivo S1, the first phone in S-series of smartphones by Vivo was announced in the previous week in China. The new smartphone is now available for purchase in the home market. It is budget-friendly phone that comes with a notch-less display and triple rear cameras.

The Vivo S1 has arrived in two color variants in China such as Pink and Ice Lake Blue. The handset carries a price tag of 2,298 Yuan (~$305). Customers who purchase the device before April 6 will be provided with Bluetooth earbuds worth 159 Yuan for free.

Vivo S1 Specifications

In terms of specifications, the Vivo S1 does not differ much from the Vivo V15 phone that was unveiled in certain markets including India. The configurations for the main camera sensor and selfie snapper are the only major differences between the two phones. Also, the Vivo S1 features a negligibly small battery than the Vivo V15 phone.

The Vivo S1 has an IPS LCD display of 6.53 inches. It offers full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The MediaTek Helio P70 SoC is present under the hood of the device along with 6 GB of RAM. The native storage available on the device is of 128 GB. It features a microSD card slot for additional storage.

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The dual-LED flash enabled triple camera setup of the Vivo S1 includes a 12-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel wide-angle lens and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. The pop-up selfie camera module includes a 25-megapixel lens. The FunTouch OS 9 based Android 9 Pie OS comes preloaded on the device. A fingerprint reader is available on the rear shell of the device. The 3,940mAh battery of the phone carries support for dual-engine fast charging through microUSB 2.0.

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Important smartphones manufacturers are releasing a lot of midrange phones nowadays. And many of them end up being just variants of the previous ones or renamed devices for different markets. For example, Vivo S1 shares many things in common with the recent Vivo V15, while the Huawei P30 Lite is just the older Nova 4e renamed for the global market. While several people skip such devices, this does not mean they are not interesting smartphones or outdated handsets; that is just marketing. Indeed, they represent two of the most interesting mid-rangers out there in the €300 price range, just like the Samsung Galaxy A70. But which one should you go for? This comparison will clear your ideas.

Samsung Galaxy A70 vs Huawei P30 Lite vs Vivo S1

Design

If you want the most stunning and futuristic design, do not hesitate and go for the Vivo S1. Despite it does not have a notch or a punch-hole display, this handset rocks an incredibly screen-to-body ratio, thanks to the selfie pop-up camera which is placed on a motorized mechanism. That is mainly what makes this phone incredibly innovative and flagship-like. Huawei P30 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A70 come with standard midrange-class designs consisting of a traditional waterdrop display and gradient colors.

Display

Samsung Galaxy A70 is one step forward when it comes to the display quality thanks to its Super AMOLED display. The display has always been an advantage for Samsung as the Korean giant produces AMOLED panels and it can integrate them on most of its devices without bearing high costs. Further, the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes with a taller 20:9 aspect ratio and a larger 6.7-inch diagonal, so it more suitable for multimedia uses. The second place goes to the great borderless display of the Vivo S1 which has narrow bezels but gets rid of notches thanks to the pop-up camera. And it comes with a satisfying 6.53-inch diagonal. Huawei P30 Lite is the most compact device of the trio but it also comes with the smallest display.

Specs & Software

If you had all of these devices, you would not find significative differences between their speed and performance. Even though they boast different chipsets, all of them are at the same level. I would go for the Samsung Galaxy A70 for a simple reason: it comes in a variant with more RAM: up to 8 GB. Further, it has a micro SD dedicated slot allowing to expand the internal storage without renouncing to the dual SIM slot. All the phones are based on Android Pie with a highly customized fork.

Camera

Even when it comes to the camera department, Samsung Galaxy A70 is a winner, at least on the paper. It sports an amazing 32 MP main sensor with a bright f/1.7 aperture, an 8 MP ultrawide lens and even a 5 MP depth sensor. Just in case it is not enough, on the back, there is a stunning 32 MP camera for selfies. You can find a front camera with the same resolution on the Huawei P30 Lite as well as a triple camera setup, but the main sensor and the depth sensor come with lower resolutions and less bright focal apertures.

Battery

The mammoth battery of the Samsung Galaxy A70 makes it a king even when it comes to battery life. The device rocks a huge 4500 mAh battery which is able to last more than two working days even with intensive use. Further, it has the fastest charging technology with a power of 25W.

Price

We still do not know how much Samsung Galaxy A70 will cost, while Huawei P30 Lite and Vivo S1 hitten the shelves with price tags of about €290 and €300 respectively. Coming to an end, Samsung Galaxy A70 looks like a definitely better device thanks to its great cameras and bigger battery, as well as a satisfying display and a better memory configuration.

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Samsung Galaxy A70 vs Huawei P30 Lite vs Vivo S1: PROs and CONS

Vivo S1

PROs

• Better design
• Bigger display
• Big battery
• Nice cameras

CONS

• Less compact

Huawei P30 Lite

PROs

• More compact
• Great cameras
• Nice design
• Thinner body

CONS

• Smaller battery

Samsung Galaxy A70

PROs

• Better display
• Nice cameras
• Huge battery
• Very fast charging

CONS

• Less attractive design

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On March 19, Vivo had announced the Vivo X27 and X27 Pro smartphones. The Chinese manufacturer was also rumored to debut the Vivo S1 as its first S-series phone during the unveil event of the X27 series. However, the Vivo S1 wasn’t unveiled. The Vivo S1 is now listed on the official website of Vivo China. The smartphone is up for reservations and it will be available for buying starting from April 1.

Vivo S1 Specifications and Features

The Vivo S1 that has a model number of Vivo 1831A/T measures 161.97 x 75.93 x 8.54mm and it weighs 189.5 grams. The smartphone is equipped with a notch-less 6.53-inch IPS LCD panel that produces full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The S1 offers a screen-to-body ratio of 90.95 percent and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9.

The MediaTek Helio P70 drives the phone with 6 GB of RAM. It features an inbuilt storage of 128 GB. For additional storage, it offers users with a microSD card slot. The FunTouch OS 9 based Android 9 Pie OS comes loaded on the device. There is an independent AI button for summoning the Jovi voice assistant. For enhanced gaming experience, the Vivo S1 is equipped with Game Turbo. There is a 3,940mAh battery inside the device to keep the lights on. The dual-engine flash charging brings support for 18W rapid charging on the device.

The Vivo S1 features a pop-up selfie camera of 24.8-megapixel. Placed on the rear side of the smartphone is a triple camera setup that includes an f/1.7 aperture 12-megapixel main sensor, an f/2.2 aperture wide-angle lens of 8-megapixel and an f/2.4 aperture 5-megapixel depth sensor. The AI face beauty function of the Vivo S1 can identity 103 basic facial features for capturing selfie shots. There is a Body Camera feature onboard that can automatically adjust the body proportions while shooting photos and videos.

The rear shell of the Vivo S1 is fitted with a fingerprint sensor. It is packed with other features such as 4G VoLTE, dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, microUSB 2.0, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack.

The Vivo S1 is nothing but a rebranded edition version of the Vivo V15 smartphone for China. Except for some differences in the camera configurations, both phones are packed with the same specifications. Instead of 24.8-megapixel front camera on the Vivo S1, the Vivo V15 is equipped with a selfie camera of 32-megapixel. Also, the triple camera setup of the V15 features 24-megapixel primary sensor instead of 12-megapixel camera found on the S1.

Vivo S1 Price and Release Date

The Vivo S1 will be hitting the Chinese markets on April 1 in two color choices such as Ice Lake Blue and Pink. The handset carries a price tag of 2,298 Yuan (~$342).

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The rumor mill has been claiming since the past few days that Vivo will be introducing a new S-series of smartphones by launching the Vivo S1. In fact, the Vivo V1831A/T smartphone that has been recently approved by China’s TENAA authority is believed to be the Vivo S1 phone. A Vivo India executive whose name has been withheld for obvious reasons has revealed to 91mobiles that the company is planning to launch the S lineup of phones In India too.

Vivo’s Y and V series of smartphones are available for purchase both online and offline. However, the upcoming Vivo S-series will be reportedly sold as online-exclusive products. The S lineup is expected to rival with Realme and Xiaomi devices. The Vivo S1 is speculated to be priced between Rs. 10,000 (~$145) and Rs. 15,000 (~$215).

It has been also revealed that the specifications and features of the Vivo S1 will be more or less same as the Vivo V15 that is scheduled to go on sale in India on March 15. The V15 will be selling in the country for Rs. 22,990 (~$330). There is a possibility that the Vivo S1 will be equipped with a notch-less display, a triple camera setup and a pop-out selfie shooter. Since it is expected to cost under Rs. 15,000 (~$215), it may come with inferior specs compared to the Vivo V15.

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Recent reports have revealed that Vivo may announce the Vivo S1 smartphone in China alongside the Vivo X27 series of smartphones on March 19. The TENAA appearance of the Vivo V1831A/T has revealed that it comes with a 6.59-inch IPS LCD display that supports full HD+ resolution. The Helio P70 SoC is expected to power the device with 6 GB of RAM. It may include an internal storage of 128 GB. For more storage, it will come with a microSD card slot. The smartphone will be drawing power from 4,000mAh battery.

Instead of the 32-megapixel front camera available on the Vivo V15, the Vivo S1 is expected to arrive with a lower 24.8-megapixel selfie snapper. The back panel of the phone will include triple rear cameras and a fingerprint scanner. Its triple camera setup will include a 12-megapixel lens, an 8-megapixel sensor and a 5-megapixel sensor.  In China, it could be priced under 2,000 Yuan (~$298).

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The Vivo X27 will have a Pro version that will come with a larger display and a selfie-camera with a higher pixel count than the other two non-pro models.

A leaked poster has revealed the Vivo X27 Pro will not only have a large 6.7-inch display but an incredibly large pop-up selfie camera.

Vivo phones with a pop-up selfie camera have the camera sliding out of the left or the right side of the frame and are usually about a centimeter wide. But in the case of the X27 Pro, as shown above, the 32MP selfie camera slides out of the middle of the frame. It is also really wide, nearly four times the size of the regular X27 we saw in leaked live photos.

The Vivo X27 Pro incorporates an LED flash into the slide out mechanism and each side of the setup is flanked by what appears to be clear glass.

The poster also reveals the X27 Pro will come with a different rear camera design. Unlike the regular X27 which has its triple camera setup on the left of the phone, the X27 Pro has its own in the middle. The arrangement is also different. The LED flash which is circle comes first before the sensors. There is also a text at the bottom of the phone that says “Vivo X-SERIES”.

The source of the leak also reveals the Vivo X27 Pro will sell for ¥3998 (~$505) while the non-Pro models will be priced at ¥3198 (~$475) for the 128GB version with a Snapdragon 675 processor and ¥3598 (~$535) for the Snapdragon 710 variant with 256GB of storage.

The Vivo X27 and X27 Pro will launch with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box and have a Sony IMX586 48MP f/1.79 sensor as their primary rear camera.

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The X27 with the Snapdragon 675 will be available for purchase starting March 23 while the X27 with the Snapdragon 710 will be available for purchase on March 30. The X27 Pro will go on sale on April 12.

The price of the Vivo S1 whose specs leaked earlier today is also revealed to be ¥2298 (~$342) and it will go on sale on March 16 which means it should launch this week.

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Vivo has recently launched the Vivo V15 Pro smartphone in India. Its weaker sibling named Vivo V15 has been introduced in the Thailand in the past week. The Vivo V15 is also expected to go official in India on March 15. The Vivo V1831A/T smartphone that has been recently certified by TENAA authority in China appears to be the Chinese edition of the Vivo V15. Leaksters from China are claiming that the Vivo V15 may debut in Chinas Vivo S1. It could be the first S-series phone from the company. The Vivo S1 is expected to be priced around 2000 Yuan (~$297).

The Vivo S1 is expected to arrive with a 6.59-inch IPS LCD display. The notch-less screen is expected to offer full HD+ resolution and 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The MediaTek Helio P70 chipset is rumored to power the handset with 6 GB of RAM.

The Vivo S1 is rumored to arrive with an inbuilt storage of 128 GB. It will be equipped with a microSD card slot for additional storage. The FunTouch 9 UI enabled Android 9 Pie OS will come preloaded on the device. It will feature a 4,000mAh battery to keep the lights on.

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The Vivo V15 comes with a pop-up selfie camera of 32-megapixel. However, the TENAA listing of the Vivo V1831A/ET reveals that it comes with a 24.8-megapixel front camera. The handset will be arriving with a triple camera setup that will include a 12-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel secondary sensor and a 5-megapixel third sensor. It will be also equipped with a rear-facing fingerprint reader.

After the appearance of Vivo V1831A/T on TENAA, some reports had claimed that it may launch as Vivo Z5. However, multiple leaksters are now expecting to launch as Vivo S1. There is no official confirmation on the existence of the Vivo S-series. The Chinese manufacturer has recently introduced the U-series of smartphones by launching the Vivo U1 phone.

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