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April 8, 2024
Realme Unveils India-Exclusive P-Series, Aiming for 50 Million Sales in 2022
Realme, an established Chinese smartphone maker, announced the P-series exclusively designed to appeal to Indian markets on Flipkart e-commerce platform. Realme’s Vice President Chase Xu announced its debut through social networking site X (previously known as Twitter). Chase noted Realme’s mission of “democratizing technology by providing superior experiences in mid-range smartphone markets”.
Realme P-Series Bring Power And Affordability Together
Realme’s P-series of smartphones aims to deliver premium features at reasonable prices while catering specifically to young consumers, according to ET Telecom reports. Positioned above budget-centric C-series offerings, Realme aims for 50 million P-series sales this year alone.
“Realme India targets tech-savvy individuals looking for products with cutting-edge features at prices they can afford,” stated Tarini P Das, Director of Sales and Business Development of Realme India to ET Telecom.
Innovative Collaborations And Attractive Designs
Realme has confirmed its latest P-series phones will feature visually appealing smartphones designed by P.S. Rathor – this suggests visually attractive yet stylish smartphones in this new line-up of Realme P-series phones. While more details regarding hardware and software specifications of Realme’s P-series remain undisclosed, Realme is said to have joined forces with one of India’s premier visual artists P.S. Rathor as its co-designer; suggesting visually pleasing yet stylish smartphones from this series.
Realme’s bold initiative comes amid fierce competition in India’s smartphone market. Although their P-series remains their flagship offering for 2024, Realme also plans on reinvigorating their GT series for enhanced performance as previously noted by Chase Xu and will still offer their number series and C series handsets in India.
Realme has announced plans to manufacture its P-series smartphones exclusively in India using Oppo’s Noida plant and partnerships with multiple original equipment Manufacturers (OEM).
Tags: Indian market expansion, Realme P-series, Smartphone Market Competition
April 8, 2024
Oppo A3 Pro to Offer IP69 Rating
Oppo recently unveiled that their Oppo A3 Pro smartphone will launch on April 12 in China, along with details regarding design and color options available to customers.
Oppo A3 Pro Specifications (Rumored)
Digital Chat Station, an authoritative source, has released leaked details regarding the Oppo A3 Pro’s specs to give an indication of what we may expect when its release is announced later this year.
Oppo A3 Pro’s IP69 rating stands out for its emphasis on durability. This mark represents the highest possible protection from dust and water for consumer gadgets.
Devices certified IP69 can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including environments with regular exposure to water, dust, or debris.
Notable among midrange smartphones like Oppo’s A3 Pro in their A series is its exceptional protection, typically only seen with flagship models like Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or iPhone 15; or high end Oppo Find X7 Ultra that typically feature IP68 ratings.
Anti-fall capabilities as discussed by a tipster connotes a robust design capable of withstanding drops or impacts from large drops or impacts.
Specifications Overview
The Oppo A3 Pro will feature a 6.7-inch 1080p 120Hz OLED curved display with a central single hole punch for its front camera, running MediaTek’s mid-range Dimensity 7050 processor coupled with 12GB RAM and 512GB internal storage – not forgetting an impressive 5000mAh battery capacity!
Regarding its camera capabilities, the A3 Pro may feature a 64MP f/1.7 primary sensor paired with possible additional sensors.
Oppo A3 Pro smartphone was recently seen on Geekbench featuring the Dimensity 7050 chip, scoring 904 on single core testing and 2364 points overall across multi core. Equipped with 12GB RAM running Android 14, and bearing model number PJY110.
Tags: Durability and features, OPPO A3 Pro 5G, Oppo AI Center
April 8, 2024
Get a PlayStation 5 at a Discount! Sony India Cuts Prices
Sony India announced a limited time discount promotion called the Summer Promo on its standard disc edition of PlayStation 5, offering prices reduced by as much as Rs 13,000 ($156). Starting April 10, this limited offer runs up until April 30th 2024 bringing down costs significantly below their regular retail price of Rs 54990 ($659) for an affordable solution for fans looking for their PS5 fix!
Exclusive Discount Offer
This promotion applies specifically to older PS5 models featuring disc slots – identified by model number CFI-1208A01R – that have not yet seen digital edition or thinner PS5 Slim models hit stores, thus clearing existing stock for release of newly launched disc models at similar pricing points as older disc models. The current sale likely serves to clear out excess inventory as recently launched slimmer PS5 Slim disc models are likely priced similarly as older disc models were.
Comparison With PS5 Slim
Comparatively to its predecessor, the PS5 Slim is 30% smaller, approximately 1.3 kg lighter, and boasts more usable storage space – approximately 850GB as opposed to 660GB on its older model. These differences suggest that due to enhanced features and design features of this version may impact price point in favor of it over its previous iterations.
Sony and Blinkit have joined forces to offer quick delivery service within 10 minutes in certain cities for those needing to quickly purchase PS5 Slim consoles. Unfortunately, this service is only applicable at present.
Sony is taking measures to bolster PS5 sales through this discount initiative, following their most recent earnings call and acknowledging difficulty reaching sales targets for fiscal 2023; expecting sales of 21 million instead of 25 million units planned initially.
Customers interested in taking advantage of this offer should research popular retailers like Amazon India, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital and Vijay Sales as potential options.
Tags: Amazon Grand Gaming Days, PlayStation 5, sales
April 8, 2024
Huawei SuperCharge Max 100W Dual Port Charger on Sale for $41
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Huawei recently unveiled their SuperCharge Max 100W charger in China this year and it is now for sale on JD.com for only 299 yuan (about $41). Huawei pride themselves in the rapid charging capabilities as well as broad compatibility of this all-in-one solution; let us delve into its primary specifications now.
Huawei SuperCharge Max 100W Specifications:
The SuperCharge Max 100W features a USB-A/C fusion interface to support Huawei’s proprietary SuperCharge protocol and certified compatibility with Universal Fast Charging Specification (UFCS).
Improved Compatibility And Rapid Charging:
This charger was carefully constructed to work seamlessly with various charging protocols such as Power Delivery (PD), PPS (Programmable Power Supply), and Qualcomm Quick Charge. As such, it can efficiently fast charge an array of gadgets such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, headphones, and gaming consoles.
Impressive Charging Speeds And Features:
Huawei prides themselves on the rapidity with which their charger recharges battery levels, boasting that it can charge the Nova 12 Pro’s 4,600mAh battery by 60 percent in 10 minutes! In 30 minutes, Mate 60 Pro, Mate 60, Mate X5 and P60 Pro should all reach 98%, 93% 86% 97% respectively.
The charger features an innovative Fusion Port design which enables users to easily switch between USB-A and USB-C cables depending on their requirements, however the port only supports one cable output at any given time; concurrent use of both types cannot occur simultaneously.
Safety Features and Device Protection:
Safety-wise, the SuperCharge Max 100W charger boasts an intelligent control chip which adjusts charging power according to which device it is attached to, minimising overheating and overcharging risk while prolonging battery longevity. Furthermore, an active monitor detects when your device reaches high levels so as to switch over into trickle mode to protect its health and wellbeing.
This charger comes in two color variants – Light Pink and White. Measuring 55mm by 55mm x 28.3mm and weighing around 125g, its package also contains a 6A C-C one meter data cable for optimal connectivity.
Tags: Fast Charging Technology, Huawei SuperCharge Max 100W, Multi-Device Compatibility
April 8, 2024
Samsung Reveals Galaxy M55 & M15 at Affordable Prices
Samsung recently unveiled two mid-range smartphones – Galaxy M55 and M15 – into India under their popular Galaxy M series – at an attractive price point, boasting impressive features worth exploring.
Samsung Galaxy M55
The more premium of these two options from Samsung offers a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and up to 1000 nits peak brightness – not forgetting a 50MP front camera within its punch hole cutout; plus an eight megapixel ultrawide lens and 2-megapixel macro shooter as part of its triple camera array setup at its backside.
Specifications:
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC
- RAM: Up to 12GB
- Storage: Up to 256GB, expandable up to 1TB
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 45W fast charging
- Features: Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, Dolby Atmos support, USB-C port, Android 14 OS, in-display fingerprint scanner
Samsung Galaxy M15
On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy M15 boasts a slightly smaller 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. Powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 6100+ SoC offering up to 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage expandable up to 1TB space; further distinguished by an enormous 6,000mAh battery supporting 25W fast charging technology.
Specifications:
- Battery: 6,000mAh with 25W fast charging
- Camera: 50MP primary shooter, 5MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro, 13MP selfie camera
- Features: Bluetooth 5.3, 3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C port, dual SIM 5G support
Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy M55 starts from 26,999 INR for its base model and can go as high as 32,999 INR for 12GB+256GB variant. Available in light green or dark blue hues on Samsung’s official website and Amazon India as well as various retail outlets across India, it comes equipped with features including Face Recognition.
The Galaxy M15 starts at 13,299 INR for its 4GB + 128GB model while its 6GB + 128GB counterpart costs 14,799 INR. Both variants come with Blue Topaz, Celestial Blue and Stone Gray colors for purchase through Amazon India or Samsung’s website as well as various retail stores across India.
Tags: Mid-range smartphones, Samsung Galaxy M15, Samsung Galaxy M55 5G
April 8, 2024
Redmi Turbo 3: GM Reveals Reasons for Price Above $300
Xiaomi subsidiary Redmi will unveil the Redmi Turbo 3 on April 10, positioning itself as a performance-oriented midrange offering with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset support.
Redmi Turbo 3 Pricing
Contrary to expectations for an ultra-budget Redmi device price point, General Manager Wang Teng recently indicated in a Weibo post that Redmi’s Turbo 3 will likely exceed 2000 Yuan (roughly $290 USD). He attributes this change in strategy mainly due to Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Series Processors being one of the costliest components found within.
Understanding The Pricing Strategy
Teng notes that even previous Snapdragon 8 series chips, including last year’s Gen 2 models, start at an approximate minimum price of 2300 yuan currently; hence it seems implausible that Redmi Turbo 3 will cost less than 2000 yuan.
Redmi Turbo 3 Specifications
Redmi Turbo 3 offers an elegant design featuring gently rounded corners, metal framing, and prominent camera cutouts on its rear side. Measuring only 7.8mm thin and weighing just 179g, its AMOLED display boasts 1.5K resolution with minimal bezels; powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset for optimal performance; available variants will boast up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage capacities.
Rage Engine 3.0 stands out in performance benchmarks like AnTuTu and prioritizes sustainable gaming capabilities through efficient cooling mechanisms and software optimization with its revolutionary Rage Engine v3.
Battery capacity remains unclear, though an expected 5000mAh capacity with 90W fast charging is expected. Camera details remain elusive; speculations based on possible rebranded models (Poco F6) suggest there could be one primary 50MP sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens and two 2MP macro lenses.
Tags: Performance-oriented smartphone, Redmi Turbo 3, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
April 8, 2024
Top Reasons Why Apple Added Capture Button to iPhone 16
With Apple’s recent implementation of an action button on iPhone 15, there have been speculations regarding their inclusion of another physical button known as Capture Button for camera use into future iPhone 16 series handsets. Recent images showing iPhone 16 dummy units confirm this possibility while Yanko Design utilized them to craft detailed renderings that provide insight into why they incorporated Capture Button functionality.
IPhone 16 Lineup: Unveil The Capture Button
Apple’s newly revealed iPhone 16 lineup dummy units display the presence of a dedicated Capture Button, marking an unexpected shift away from speculation regarding buttonless design towards one with more buttons-oriented aesthetic. Apple has previously attempted to move towards portless designs but these changes appear contrary to this goal; no other Android phone currently boasts such an innovation in terms of camera button accessibility.
Exploration Of The Capture Button’s Functions
Reports indicate two potential motivations behind Apple’s addition of the Capture Button to their new iPhone 16 series models: (1) creating greater differentiation among models by offering unique features to set them apart and (2) streamlining user interactions with camera functionality by offering more streamlined moments capture experiences.
Yanko Design’s iPhone 16 rendering illustrates its benefits with regard to a dedicated camera button, promising faster access and easier use of camera functions; although others contend existing buttons could have accommodated them. As smartphones advance and become increasingly complicated for those unfamiliar with advanced features.
Yanko Design suggests an additional reason for Apple’s inclusion of a Capture Button; that they might be emphasizing photography within their ecosystem. With a growing emphasis on "Spatial computing" through wearable headsets and related wearable tech devices like Google Glasses and Hololens headsets, iPhone may evolve into dedicated photography device – especially considering rumors suggest they’ve developed an affordable headset specifically to promote spatial computing experiences; making the iPhone an integral player within photography world.
Tags: Apple, Apple iPhone 16, Camera
April 8, 2024
Redmi Pad Pro: Design, Specifications – Roundup
Redmi has announced it is gearing up to host an impressive launch event on April 11 in China, featuring their Redmi Turbo 3, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, as well as Redmi Pad Pro tablet which the company teased details about prior to revealing itself formally on social media platforms like WeChat. Let’s examine more closely Redmi’s latest offerings!
Redmi Pad Pro Design
Xiaomi will release their Redmi Pad Pro tablet with three elegant color choices – Light Bay Blue, Smoky Green and Dark Gray. A sneak peak at its design shows sleek bezels encompassing all sides of this tablet; notably the top bezel contains a front camera in landscape mode while dual camera rings comprise one for camera capture while two provide LED flash capabilities; quad speakers surround its edges along with USB-C port connectivity and 3.5mm audio jack support; however the Redmi Pad Pro does not appear to include any SIM slots due to limited storage; Redmi will offer accessories like keyboard cases featuring kickstands or styluses to further improve user experiences for those seeking enhanced user experiences when purchasing their tablet from Redmi.
Redmi Pad Pro Key Specifications.
Redmi has unveiled that their Redmi Pad Pro tablet will sport a 12.1-inch LCD display with a stunning 2.5K resolution and boast a robust 10,000mAh battery compared to 18W fast charging seen on previous Pad and Pad SE models. Additional details have yet to be announced regarding this upcoming tablet from Redmi.
Poco Tablet Speculations
Recently, a Poco tablet with model number 2405CPCFBG received approval from Europe’s EEC certification body, drawing comparisons to Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro’s 2405CRPFDC model number and featuring global market release as indicated by "G" within its model number. Although its official name remains a mystery at present, speculation suggests this device could possibly be an updated or rebranded version of Redmi Pad Pro.
Tags: Poco Tablet, redmi, Redmi Pad Pro
April 8, 2024
iQOO Z9 Turbo Launch Teased This Month to Rival Redmi Turbo 3
Tech enthusiasts have taken notice of this month’s lineup of mid-range smartphone releases, starting with Motorola Edge 50 Pro’s debut. Since then, China is also seeing several mid-range phone offerings such as Redmi Turbo 3, Realme GT Neo 6 SE and Oppo A3 Pro release later in this week.
iQOO Z9 5G Unveiling
With great anticipation building, iQOO is set to unveil their latest smartphone: the iQOO Z9 Turbo. Product manager for iQOO’s Z-series, Xeng Ching hinted at this anticipated debut through Weibo posts; one such post mentioned an official confirmation of device name of Z9 Turbo as being its moniker (something which did not happen with previous devices like Z10 Pro which debuted back in April).
Anticipated Features and Specifics
Official confirmation may take some time, but reports indicate that the iQOO Z9 Turbo may come equipped with Qualcomm’s recently unveiled Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip – something Redmi Turbo 3 also plans on doing. Thus setting off direct competition between these devices.
The iQOO Z9 Turbo may feature a 6.78-inch flat OLED display featuring 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate and 2160Hz PWM dimming; in-built fingerprint sensors may provide added security features.
The smartphone will come in two RAM configurations – 12GB and 16GB – both paired with 512GB storage. Users should expect a powerful 6,000mAh battery capable of 80W fast charging; and with respect to camera specs, users could look forward to 50-megapixel primary, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and 16 MP front facing cameras as potential camera capabilities on board the iQOO smartphone. Additional information regarding its launch could emerge through official communication channels run by iQOO; so stay up-to-date.
Tags: iQOO Z9 Turbo, Smartphone launches, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
April 8, 2024
Redmi Turbo 3 Overview: Design, Specs, Camera & Latest Updates
Redmi is set to introduce their latest flagship smartphone – Redmi Turbo 3 – into domestic markets on April 10. This device marks a departure from Redmi Note series products to introduce their Turbo series of devices (Redmi Note 11T Pro and Note 12 Turbo are included), in an attempt to streamline consumer product options and simplifying offerings for buyers.
Design & Display
Redmi has released images teasing the design and display of their Turbo 3 smartphone, showing a device featuring flat edges with slightly rounded corners for improved grip. On its back sits two large camera sensor cutouts flanked by one smaller cutout equipped with an LED ring — suggesting its material could possibly be metal; thickness measures 7.8mm while it weighs only 179 grams with SGS five-star drop protection capability and features thin bezels around a 1.5K resolution display; details regarding size have yet to be disclosed.
Specs And Performance
Redmi Turbo 3 features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, reaching 1.75 million points on AnTuTu and setting new standards in its category. Furthermore, its Rage Engine 3.0 enhances gaming performance, and the Ice Cooling thermal management system helps prevent thermal throttling during extended gaming sessions. Plus there’s fast 90W charging support plus Xiaomi HyperOS version 14.
Camera
Redmi Turbo 3 should feature an 18-bit ISP to bring vibrant colors and improve AI capabilities to its camera system, according to reports. Although specific camera details remain undisclosed, reports indicate a similar setup as found on Poco F6, including 50 MP primary lens camera, an 8 MP ultrawide lens lens, and 2MP macro lenses for macro photography purposes.
Tags: Redmi Note 13 Turbo, Redmi Turbo 3, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3