Category: Phones

  • HMD View Leaks: Metal Frame and OLED Display Revealed

    HMD View Leaks: Metal Frame and OLED Display Revealed

    HMD Global has confirmed that new phones will be announced in July. Leaks have provided a sneak peek of the high-end HMD Skyline, which features a retro Nokia Lumia design and a powerful 108-megapixel camera. Recently, leak source @smashx_60 has revealed information about another upcoming phone, the mid-range HMD View.

    Design and Aesthetics

    The HMD View distinguishes itself from the more flashy designs of its competitors by opting for a more understated look. The phone is expected to come with a metal frame that has a slightly rounded design. Key features include a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button and a rectangular camera module housing two lenses and an LED flash. The color options are reported to include Meteor Black, Ice, and Velvet.

    Display and Camera

    In terms of size, the HMD View seems to be the successor to the Nokia X30, featuring a relatively compact 6.4-inch display by today’s smartphone standards. This mid-range phone is rumored to have an OLED display with a 1080p+ resolution. The camera setup is said to include a 50-megapixel main sensor, accompanied by an unspecified secondary lens. The phone is expected to be powered by a 4,700 mAh battery.

    Hardware and Performance

    The HMD View is rumored to run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset. This new 6nm ARM processor features a combination of two high-performance ARM Cortex-A78 cores clocked at up to 2.3 GHz and six Cortex-A55 efficiency cores running at 2.0 GHz. At least one variant of the HMD View is expected to come with 8GB of RAM.

    While details on pricing and the launch date are still unknown, the leaks suggest that the HMD View will offer a compact design, an OLED display, a capable 50-megapixel camera, and a long-lasting battery.

    With HMD Global confirming new phone announcements in July, official details about the HMD View and its position in the company’s smartphone lineup should be available soon.

    HMD View Leaks: Metal Frame and OLED Display Revealed
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  • Lava Blaze X Leak: 5G MediaTek Chip & Large Storage Revealed

    Lava Blaze X Leak: 5G MediaTek Chip & Large Storage Revealed

    Lava is set to debut the Blaze X in India next week. The mid-range smartphone was teased earlier this week, but many of its specifications were still unknown. However, a recent report has confirmed details about its processor and storage configurations. The new model will support 5G connectivity, thanks to a MediaTek chip. Let’s delve into the details.

    Lava Blaze X Leak: Dimensity 7050 & up to 256GB Storage

    According to a YTECHB report, Lava is bringing back the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC. Lava had launched the Blaze Curve with this chip in March, and it will now be featured in the Blaze X as well. While the processor isn’t top-tier, it is sufficient for daily tasks. The smartphone is expected to be priced under 20,000 INR, making it a budget mid-range option.

    The chipset will be paired with either 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. Lava has previously confirmed RAM options of 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB. It is likely that the 4GB and 6GB RAM variants will come with 128GB of storage, while the 8GB RAM option will be paired with 256GB of storage. Additionally, the phone will support virtual RAM expansion of up to 8GB. The device is scheduled to launch on 10th July 2024 via Amazon India, with offline availability expected sometime in August.

    Additional Features and Availability

    Other reports suggest that the Blaze X will be the most affordable G phone featuring a curved AMOLED display. The phone will be available in Dark Violet and Gray color options. The first sale will coincide with the Amazon Prime Day Sale, which is set for July 20. Stay tuned for more updates as we cover the launch.

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  • iQOO Z9 Pro 5G & Vivo T3 Pro 5G India Launch

    iQOO Z9 Pro 5G & Vivo T3 Pro 5G India Launch

    iQOO is gearing up for a busy launch season with the Z9 Lite 5G arriving in India on July 15th. This budget phone boasts a 50MP Sony sensor, IP64 water resistance, and comes in two colors: Aqua Flow and Coffee Brown. Interestingly, the Z9 Lite appears to be a rebranded version of the already launched Vivo T3 Lite 5G, sharing the same design and SoC.

    Upcoming Pro Variants

    Meanwhile, leaks (via PassonateGeekz) suggest both iQOO and Vivo are prepping Pro variants of their T3 and Z9 series. The Vivo T3 Pro 5G (model number V2404) is expected to launch first, offering 8GB RAM with either 128GB or 256GB storage in orange or green. The iQOO Z9 Pro 5G (model number I2305) might follow with a single 12GB RAM and 256GB storage option in white or orange.

    Rumored Launch Dates

    While neither company has confirmed these devices, a retailer leak suggests an early August launch. Notably, both phones are rumored to be identical except for color options, mirroring the relationship between the T3 Lite and Z9 Lite. This suggests potential rebranding strategies by Vivo and iQOO.

    iQOO Z9 Pro 5G & Vivo T3 Pro 5G India Launch
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  • Red Magic 9S Pro & Titan 16 Laptop Global Launch Date Confirmed

    Red Magic 9S Pro & Titan 16 Laptop Global Launch Date Confirmed

    Red Magic has recently introduced the Red Magic 9S Pro and 9S Pro+ smartphones in China, equipped with an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, an upgraded ICE 13.5 cooling system, and AI-enhanced gaming features. The brand has now revealed through its global website that the Red Magic 9S Pro will officially launch worldwide on July 16th.

    The microsite confirms that the global version of the Red Magic 9S Pro will utilize the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 “Leading Version,” which is essentially an overclocked variant of the chip. The brand also intends to release its newly introduced Red Magic Titan 16 laptop in the global market alongside the smartphone.

    Red Magic 9S Pro Specifications

    The Red Magic 9S Pro boasts a 6.8-inch Full HD+ OLED display with a resolution of 2480 x 1116 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It supports 10-bit color depth, covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, and can reach a peak brightness of up to 1600 nits. Additionally, the display features DC dimming and 21600Hz PWM dimming.

    Powered by the Octa-Core Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading version and an Adreno 750 GPU, the phone offers memory options of 12GB, 16GB, or 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM and storage choices of 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB UFS 4.0. The Red Magic 9S Pro operates on Android 14 with Redmagic OS 9.5 and supports dual SIM cards. It is equipped with a 6500mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging.

    Camera and Other Features

    The device features a triple camera setup on the rear, including a 50MP main sensor (Samsung GN5), a 50MP 120-degree ultra-wide lens (Samsung JN1), and a 2MP macro camera (GigaDevice GC02M1). The front camera is a 16MP under-display unit. Additional features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm audio jack, dual 1115K speakers with DTSULTRA, and three microphones.

    Connectivity and Dimensions

    For connectivity, the Red Magic 9S Pro supports 5G NSA/SA, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6E (2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS (L1/L5) + GLONASS, USB Type-C, and NFC. The phone measures 163.98 x 76.35 x 8.9mm and weighs 229g.

    Red Magic 9S Pro & Titan 16 Laptop Global Launch Date Confirmed
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  • Huawei Mate 70 Series to Feature Next-Gen Kirin Chip

    Huawei Mate 70 Series to Feature Next-Gen Kirin Chip

    Huawei has announced that its forthcoming Mate 70 series will debut with the official version of its proprietary operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT. This news was disclosed during the HDC 2024 Huawei Developer Conference, which also pinpointed a release window for the fourth quarter of this year (October to December).

    A recent leak by well-known tipster Digital Chat Station indicates that the Mate 70 will boast a new generation of HiSilicon Kirin 5G System on Chip (SoC), underscoring Huawei’s ongoing dedication to its internal chipset development.

    Advanced Camera Technology

    The device is also speculated to feature a domestically manufactured 50-megapixel ultra-large-bottom CMOS image sensor, likely sourced from OmniVision.

    Additionally, Digital Chat Station suggests that Huawei is developing a more “heavyweight product.” However, this product is reportedly encountering production challenges due to a very low yield rate. Although it’s not clear what this product is, it might be a new high-end model in the Mate 70 series.

    HarmonyOS Ecosystem Expansion

    A positive development for the HarmonyOS ecosystem comes from remarks made by the tipster. They claim that WeChat, China’s widely used messaging and social media application, is working on creating a native app for the HarmonyOS NEXT consumer version.

    As the official launch window approaches, more information about the Mate 70 series is expected to surface in the coming months. Stay tuned for further updates.

    For those interested in the specifications of the Huawei Mate 60 and Mate 60 Pro, here they are:

    Specifications

    Feature Mate 60 Mate 60 Pro
    Screen 6.78 inches, Full HD+ (2400 x 1080), OLED 6.78 inches, Quad HD+ (3120 x 1440), OLED
    Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
    RAM 8 GB or 12 GB 8 GB, 12 GB, or 16 GB
    Storage 128 GB or 256 GB 128 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB
    Main Camera 50 MP, f/1.8, wide-angle 50 MP, f/1.8, wide-angle
    Ultra Wide Camera 13 MP, f/2.2, 120° 13 MP, f/2.2, 120°
    Telephoto Camera 8 MP, f/3.4, 3x optical zoom 8 MP, f/3.4, 3x optical zoom
    Macro Camera 2 MP, f/2.4 2 MP, f/2.4
    Front Camera 13 MP, f/2.4 13 MP, f/2.4
    Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
    Fast Charging 80 watts 100 watts
    Operating System HarmonyOS HarmonyOS
    Dimensions 163.8 x 76.6 x 8.8 mm 163.8 x 76.6 x 8.8 mm
    Weight 207 grams 208 grams
    Colors Black, white, gray Black, white, green
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  • Realme 13 Pro+ Camera Specs: HYPERIMAGE+ Architecture Unveiled

    Realme 13 Pro+ Camera Specs: HYPERIMAGE+ Architecture Unveiled

    Realme recently organized an AI Imaging Media preview event in Bangkok, Thailand, where the camera capabilities and AI features of the forthcoming Realme 13 Pro series were showcased.

    The event’s key highlight was the introduction of the Realme 13 Pro+’s dual main camera system. The primary camera is equipped with a 50MP sensor featuring Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and an industry-first Sony LYT-701 sensor. It is complemented by a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 periscope telephoto lens, which offers 3x optical zoom for capturing distant subjects with clarity.

    HYPERIMAGE+ AI Photography Architecture

    Beyond the hardware, Realme also unveiled HYPERIMAGE+, which it claims to be the industry’s first AI photography architecture. This three-layer system integrates high-quality optics with on-device AI processing and cloud-based AI image editing capabilities.

    One of the standout AI features of HYPERIMAGE+ is the AI HyperRAW Algorithm, which aims to enhance image clarity and dynamic range. This algorithm enables the camera to capture more natural light and shadow details, resulting in more lifelike photographs.

    AI-Powered Photography Functions

    The Realme 13 Pro series also includes a variety of AI-powered photography functions for portrait shots. These features encompass AI Pure Bokeh, AI Natural Skin Tone, and AI Ultra Clarity.

    AI Pure Bokeh is designed to accurately differentiate between foreground, midground, and background elements, as well as the subject, for precise object segmentation. This facilitates targeted algorithmic processing, creating a natural bokeh effect for professional-looking portraits swiftly.

    Realme also emphasized the camera system’s quality by noting its TÜV Rheinland certification for High Resolution Camera.

    Additional AI Features

    The company briefly mentioned two other AI features, AI Group Enhance and AI Smart Removal. However, further details about these functionalities remain undisclosed. More information is anticipated as the official launch of the Realme 13 Pro series draws nearer later this month.

    Realme 13 Pro+ Camera Specs: HYPERIMAGE+ Architecture Unveiled
    Realme 13 Pro+ Camera Specs: HYPERIMAGE+ Architecture Unveiled
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  • Honor 200, 200 Pro India Launch Date Revealed

    Honor 200, 200 Pro India Launch Date Revealed

    Honor has officially revealed the launch date for its forthcoming smartphones. The Honor 200 series is scheduled to make its debut in India later this month. This series will include the Honor 200 and Honor 200 Pro models. These smartphones have already been introduced in global markets and will be the third and fourth devices to launch in India following the brand’s return to the Indian market.

    Honor 200 series India launch date confirmed

    The Honor 200 series is set to launch in India on July 18, Thursday. These upcoming smartphones will be available on Amazon, mainline stores, and the brand’s official website. The standard model will be available in Classic Black, while the Pro variant will come in Moonlight White. Both models will feature a pill-shaped camera module and an ultra-slim design, with a thickness of just 7.7mm.

    Honor has partnered with Studio Harcourt, a Paris-based photography studio, and is promoting the device as ‘The Portrait Master’. The Honor 200 series will boast a 50MP portrait camera with OIS. They will run on MagicOS 8.0, which is based on Android 14, and include various AI features such as the brand’s MagicLM on-device language learning model.

    Specifications and Features

    The Indian versions of the Honor 200 and 200 Pro are expected to have the same specifications as their global versions. Both smartphones will feature a 6.7-inch curved AMOLED screen with a 1.5K display resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The standard model will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen chipset, while the Pro model will feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. Both devices will have 5,200mAh batteries with 100W wired charging support. The Pro model will also support 66W wireless charging.

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  • Samsung Galaxy M35 5G Specs Revealed Before India Launch

    Samsung Galaxy M35 5G Specs Revealed Before India Launch

    Samsung is preparing to unveil the Galaxy M35 5G smartphone in India on July 17. This new device will follow last year’s Galaxy M34 and has already been introduced in a few select markets. It will be available on Amazon India, which has created a dedicated microsite revealing the key specifications and features of the Galaxy M35 5G. Read on for more details.

    Samsung Galaxy M35 5G Specifications Confirmed

    The Samsung Galaxy M35 5G will sport a flat frame design with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button. The back panel will feature three vertically aligned sensors: a 50MP OIS camera, a 2MP macro lens, and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. On the front, the device will have a center-aligned punch-hole display surrounded by bezels. The screen is an sAMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution, and 1,000 nits peak brightness. The display will be protected by Gorilla Glass Victus, providing resistance against accidental damage and scratches.

    Software and Performance

    The microsite also reveals that the Samsung Galaxy M35 5G will receive four years of OS updates and security patches. It will include a Samsung Wallet and a convenient tap-and-pay feature. The device will be powered by an Exynos 1380 processor and will feature a vapor cooling chamber for efficient heat dissipation. Additionally, the phone will be powered by a 6,000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging.

    Color Options and Availability

    The Samsung Galaxy M35 5G will come in Light Blue, Dark Blue, and Grey color options. Pricing and detailed availability will be announced on July 16.

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  • Vivo X200 Compact Phone: Leaked Display and Camera Specs

    Vivo X200 Compact Phone: Leaked Display and Camera Specs

    Both the Vivo X100 and X100 Pro, which were launched in China in October 2023, come with a 6.78-inch curved-edge OLED screen and a Dimensity 9300 chipset. However, it seems that while the X200 Pro will continue to sport a larger display of about 6.7 inches, the X200 might turn out to be a more compact device with a flat display, according to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station. In a recent Weibo post, the tipster reiterated the compact design and shared some details about the display.

    Alleged Vivo X200’s Key Details Leaked

    In the aforementioned leak, the tipster talks about a compact smartphone with a flat display. Although the device’s name wasn’t specified, it is likely referring to the X200. The leaker had earlier indicated that the device could feature a 6.4-inch or 6.5-inch flat display.

    The Vivo X200’s display is expected to have narrow bezels on all sides. It will offer a 1.5K resolution (1216 pixels), a 120Hz refresh rate, and an aspect ratio of approximately 19.5:9. The rear panel will have a large circular camera module that houses a triple camera setup, including a 50-megapixel primary camera and a periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.

    Additional Specifications

    Reports suggest that the Vivo X200 will incorporate Vivo’s self-developed imaging chip for improved photography and an optical in-display fingerprint scanner. It will also feature the Dimensity 9400 chip, which will power both the X200 and X200 Pro. The X200 Pro, with its 6.7-inch display, is rumored to include an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor.

    Since the tipster hasn’t explicitly mentioned the device’s name, it’s advisable for readers to treat this information with caution.

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  • Honor Magic V3 Colors Revealed Before July 12 Launch

    Honor Magic V3 Colors Revealed Before July 12 Launch

    The Honor Magic V3 series of foldable smartphones is set to launch on July 12 in China. Yesterday, the company unveiled a poster highlighting the device’s design, featuring a brown variant with a leather finish. Today, the brand has released new images showing the three additional color options for the Magic V3.

    Honor Magic V3 Color Options

    The latest images present the Magic V3 in three distinct shades: Tundra Green, Qilian Snow, and Velvet Black. Compared to last year’s Magic V2, the V3 boasts a significant upgrade in the design of its rear camera module. It now includes a noticeable octagonal base that accommodates three triangular cameras and an LED flash.

    Camera and Specifications

    While the company has not yet revealed the specifics of the Magic V3’s camera, it is rumored to include a periscope telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom. The device will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and will feature a battery with an approximate 5,000mAh capacity. Reports indicate that the Magic V3 will support 66W fast charging and offer two-way satellite connectivity. It is also expected to be slimmer than the Magic V2, which has a thickness of 9.9mm when unfolded.

    Honor Magic Vs3 and Other Devices

    Alongside the Magic V3, the Honor Magic Vs3 will also be launched. This model is anticipated to be a more budget-friendly foldable phone, likely equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, and positioned to compete with the Vivo X Fold 3. A recent leak suggests that the Vs3 may be available in black, white, and green color options.

    The July 12 event in China will also debut the MagicBook Air 14 laptop and the MagicPad 2 tablet. The MagicPad 2 is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset.

    Honor Magic V3 Colors Revealed Before July 12 Launch
    Honor Magic V3 Colors Revealed Before July 12 Launch
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