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Realme 13 Pro+ has surfaced on the TENAA website! The TENAA certification listing provides a glimpse into the device’s design through detailed photographs. We have been aware that the realme 13 Pro+ might include a circular camera array, and the TENAA certificate has confirmed this.
realme 13 Pro+ is listed on the TENAA website under the model number RMX3920. The phone showcases a curved OLED display and a triple camera setup on the rear, as observed in the images. As previously disclosed, the Realme 13 Pro+ indeed features a circular camera array, and Realme has already teased the AI camera functionalities of the Realme 13 Pro.
Realme 13 Pro series
The pictures shared on TENAA indicate that the camera bump is relatively thick. Although thick phones are not typically popular, large sensors are crucial for excellent camera performance to capture more light.
The realme 13 Pro+ might boast a very robust camera setup. Previous speculations have also suggested some specifications for the realme 13 Pro+.
realme 13 Pro+ thickness
The realme 13 Pro+ is anticipated to be equipped with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, likely featuring a 5,050mAh battery and 80W fast charging. Regarding the cameras, it might include a telephoto lens with a Sony IMX 882 sensor and 3x optical zoom. For more details on the camera specifications of the realme 13 Pro+.
CMF by Nothing has unveiled plans to release the CMF Phone 1 in both Indian and international markets on July 8. This launch follows the phone’s recent NBTC certification, which has shed light on some key features before its official debut.
Certification and Specifications
The NBTC certification confirms that CMF by Nothing will introduce a smartphone with the model number A015, named "Phone 1," which will support 5G connectivity. While no further specifications were detailed, the certification implies that this device will also be launched in Thailand.
The CMF Phone 1, bearing the model number A015, has also been spotted on Geekbench. It achieved scores of 1016 in single-core tests and 2630 in multi-core tests. According to the listing, the phone will be equipped with an octa-core processor, 6GB of RAM, a Mali-G615 MC2 GPU, and a peak clock speed of 2.50GHz. This reveals that the device will feature the Dimensity 7300 processor. Additionally, the listing confirms that the phone will run on Android 14.
Camera and Display Features
Further details reveal that the CMF Phone 1 will include a 50MP Sony primary camera with 2x in-sensor zoom and a secondary portrait camera, though it will lack Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS).
The device is expected to sport a 6.67-inch sAMOLED display with a center-aligned punch-hole, offering a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display is also anticipated to support HDR10+ with a peak brightness of 2,000 nits.
Additional Features
Moreover, the phone will be equipped with a 5000mAh battery, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and bottom-firing speakers.
OnePlus has rolled out the OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 update for OnePlus 11 users in India. The update, identified by firmware version IN: CPH2447_14.0.0.810(EX01), weighs in at 1.05 GB and brings new features, bug fixes, and the June 2024 security patch. A global release is anticipated soon.
OnePlus 11 OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 Update Changelog
Touch Control
Faster App Icons: Home screen app icons respond more swiftly to taps.
Improved App Animations: Smoother animations for opening and closing apps.
Quick Settings Transition: New animation for pulling down Quick Settings.
Optimized Animations: Enhanced animations for dragging app icons on the Home screen.
Animation Upgrades
Gaussian Blur Effects: New blur effects when opening and closing app icons on the Home screen.
Widget Animations: Fresh transition animations for Home screen widgets, including clock widgets.
Improved Widget Display: Better visual presentation for Home screen widgets.
Security
Calendar Permissions: Calendar permissions are now granted at a minimum level for enhanced security.
Clipboard Privacy: Improved clipboard privacy function to prevent unauthorized access to private data.
Gaming Enhancements
Gaming Stability: Improvements to enhance gaming stability.
Black Screen Fix: Resolves an issue where the screen might turn black during gameplay.
System Updates
Lock Screen Pattern: Option to hide the track when drawing the Lock screen pattern.
Music Controls: Music controls can now appear in Live Alerts.
Security Patch: Incorporates the June 2024 Android security patch.
Volume Control Fix: Fixes an issue with the volume slider in Quick Settings and the physical volume button appearing simultaneously.
The update is being distributed in small batches to ensure stability. Users can manually check for the update by navigating to the settings page, selecting “About This Phone,” and clicking the blue ribbon at the top. To report bugs, users can dial *#800# and choose the bug submission option.
Redmi’s number series has made a name for itself in the budget smartphone arena by providing essential features at reasonable prices. The upcoming model, the Redmi 13 5G, is scheduled to debut in India on July 9th at noon.
In keeping with its predecessors, it aims to offer 5G connectivity for budget-conscious consumers. So, what can be expected from this device? Let’s delve into the known specifications and features of the Redmi 13 5G.
Design and Display
The design of the Redmi 13 5G has been showcased in the teaser for its launch announcement. The device retains a similar aesthetic to its predecessor, featuring a clean, flat back and flat edges. The back has three protrusions: two for camera sensors and one for a ring light. It will be available in two color options: Light Blue and Light Pink, both sporting a glass back finish.
The Redmi 13 5G is anticipated to come with a large IPS LCD display, likely around 6.7 inches. Although the screen size will be ample for video watching and gaming, it won’t match the contrast, color accuracy, or viewing angles of AMOLED displays—an expected trade-off for a budget device. Fortunately, the phone will be equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 to protect against accidental drops.
Processor
The Redmi 13 5G is confirmed to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, the same chip used in the Redmi 12 5G.
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is designed to be budget-friendly while offering basic 5G capabilities. While it won’t deliver high-speed performance, it should be sufficient for everyday tasks, light gaming, and social media browsing.
Unlike the Redmi 12 5G, which ran on MIUI 14, the Redmi 13 5G will feature the company’s new HyperOS skin. RAM options are expected to be 6GB or 8GB, paired with 128GB or 256GB of storage.
Camera
The camera setup on the Redmi 13 5G is likely to feature a dual-lens system. The primary sensor will probably be around 50MP, accompanied by either a macro or depth sensor. While it should capture decent photos in good lighting, don’t expect outstanding image quality or low-light performance. The front-facing camera is likely to be around 8MP, adequate for basic selfies and video calls.
Battery and Charging
The Redmi 13 5G will come with a 5030mAh battery, similar to the 5000mAh battery found in last year’s model. This should be sufficient for a full day’s use on a single charge, with moderate usage potentially extending battery life to two days. An improvement in fast charging will see the capability jump from 18W to 33W.
Price and Availability
While specific pricing details for the Redmi 13 5G have yet to be disclosed, it is anticipated to be competitively priced within the budget 5G smartphone segment. The expected price range is sub-12K in India.
Unlike its predecessor, the Redmi 13 5G is expected to launch only in China and India. Additionally, POCO, another sub-brand of Xiaomi, is likely to rebrand the Redmi 13 5G as the POCO M7 5G in the Indian market.
Overall, the Redmi 13 5G aims to provide 5G connectivity at an accessible price point. It boasts a large display, a capable processor for everyday tasks, and a basic camera system. However, prospective buyers should be aware of its limitations—such as a less sharp display, potential low-light camera struggles, and modest performance.
Motorola is introducing a new mid-range smartphone in India from its well-known G series. The Moto G85, which made its debut in Europe last week as a rebranded Moto S50 Neo, is now making its way to the Indian market. The official release date and key specifications for this device have been revealed.
Moto G85 India launch set for July 10
The company has shared teasers on its official website and Flipkart, confirming the upcoming device’s launch date on July 10. The teaser posters also highlighted several key features, indicating that it is identical to the European version of the Moto G85. The front of the device features a 6.67-inch curved pOLED display that offers FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch sampling rate, and peak brightness up to 1600 nits.
Camera and Performance
Matching the expectations for smartphones in this price range, the rear of the Moto G85 includes a 50-megapixel primary camera (Sony LYT-600 sensor) and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. For selfies and video calls, there is a 2-megapixel shooter on the front. The phone is powered by the new Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC, combined with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. Motorola guarantees two years of Android updates and three years of security updates, with Android 14 OS out of the box.
Design and Battery
The Moto G85 features a vegan leather finish on the back and boasts an IP52 rating for water and dust resistance. It will be available in three color options: Cobalt Blue, Urban Grey, and Olive Green. The device is powered by a substantial 5,000mAh battery, supporting 30W wired fast charging. The Moto G85 will be available in India starting July 10, with offline purchases possible through retail stores, in addition to Flipkart and the Motorola India website.
The OnePlus 12R has begun receiving a significant update to OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 in India. This update will soon be available in other regions as well.
The firmware version for this new release is IN: CPH2585_14.0.0.810(EX01), initially rolled out in small batches with a wider release anticipated soon. Users are encouraged to report any problems through the OnePlus Community Thread.
OnePlus 12R OxygenOS 14.0.0.810 Update Changelog
Animations:
Smoother Animations: Enhanced animations for launching and closing apps. New transition animation for Quick Settings and dragging app icons on the Home screen.
Blur Effects: Gaussian blur effects added for app icons when opening and closing. New transition animations for Home screen and clock widgets.
Gaming:
Stability: Improved stability during gaming sessions.
Bug Fix: Resolved an issue where the screen could turn black during gameplay.
System Enhancements:
Music Controls: Music controls can now be shown in Fluid Cloud.
Security: Integrated the June 2024 Android security patch.
NFC Payments: Resolved an issue preventing NFC-enabled payments.
Volume Control: Fixed the problem with volume sliders appearing at the same time.
Icon Overlap: Corrected overlapping icons on the Home screen and Recent tasks screen.
Touch Control:
Faster Response: Improved response time for app icons on the Home screen.
Enhanced Responsiveness: Better touch control responsiveness when launching and closing apps.
The update is being released in small batches to ensure stability. Users can manually check for the update by navigating to the settings page, selecting “About This Phone,” and clicking the blue ribbon at the top. To report bugs, users can dial *#800# and select the bug submission option.
Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, alongside the Galaxy Ring and Galaxy Watch 7 series, at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10. Despite the official launch being a few days away, several leaks and rumors have already given us insights into the new products, particularly the Galaxy Z Flip 6 specifications.
Galaxy Z Flip 6 images (leaked)
Renowned tipster Evan Blass has shared detailed images of the Galaxy Z Flip 6, revealing a design that closely mirrors its predecessor. Notably, the ring around the rear camera modules appears thicker and more pronounced, while the display borders maintain the same thickness.
An upgraded main sensor and a new chip
Even though the Galaxy Z Flip 6 looks similar to its predecessor on the exterior, it reportedly includes some internal upgrades. According to Ishan Agarwal, the Z Flip 6 will feature a 6.7-inch screen, identical to the predecessor’s Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel, offering a FHD+ resolution (1080 x 2640) and a 120Hz refresh rate.
In terms of camera specifications, the rear setup is expected to include a 50MP main camera with an aperture of F1.8 and a 12MP ultrawide camera with an aperture of F2.2. This is a notable improvement from the predecessor’s 12MP main sensor. Additionally, the front camera is likely to be upgraded from 10MP to 32MP for more detailed selfies.
Performance and build
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the same one used in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. This chipset will be paired with 12GB of RAM and storage options of either 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.0. For context, the Z Flip 5 comes with 8GB of RAM and similar storage options.
Interestingly, the new phone might be slightly thicker, measuring 7.4mm compared to the 6.9mm thickness of the Galaxy Z Flip 5. This increase could be due to the larger sensor or a slightly bigger battery. The Z Flip 6 will come with a 4000mAh battery, which is 300mAh more than its predecessor. Despite these changes, the phone will reportedly maintain the same 25W charging speed as before.
Xiaomi has introduced the Xiaomi-MediaTek Joint Laboratory in Shenzhen, China. The lab will concentrate on five core capabilities and three primary technical areas: performance, communication, and AI. The collaboration aims to delve into fundamental technologies to produce top-notch products. The initial flagship product from this partnership is the Redmi K70 Extreme Edition (also known as Redmi K70 Ultra).
Xiaomi shared that in the past three years, over 18.6 million units of Redmi Dimensity flagship platform mobile phones have been sold. Additionally, the Xiaomi Group has shipped a total of 680 million products using the MediaTek platform.
Xiaomi-MediaTek partnership before Redmi K70 Ultra release
Regarding the Redmi K70 Ultra, it will feature MediaTek’s latest high-end chipset, the Dimensity 9300 Plus. Reports suggest that this device will compete with three Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 phones, including the OnePlus Ace 3, Realme GT 6, and iQOO Neo 9S Pro+. While the OnePlus phone is already available, the Realme and iQOO smartphones are expected to launch on July 9 and July 11, respectively, in China.
Redmi K70 Ultra Specifications (Rumored)
The Redmi K70 Ultra is anticipated to include the Dimensity 9300+ chipset. It’s rumored that the highest variant will offer 24 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. The device is also expected to have a dedicated graphics engine aimed at enhancing the gaming experience.
The K70 Ultra will come with a 5,500mAh battery supporting 120W fast charging. The brand has confirmed that the device will be IP68-rated, making it dustproof and water-resistant. Moreover, it is likely to feature a metal middle frame.
Launch Timeline
As for its release, the Redmi K70 Ultra is expected to launch by mid-July in China. However, the brand has not yet disclosed the design of the smartphone.
Apple is gearing up to unveil the iPhone 16 series in September, and rumors suggest that the non-Pro iPhone 16 models will also feature the latest and most advanced A series chip, the Apple A18 Pro.
In the past, Apple began implementing older-generation Bionic chips on non-Pro iPhones starting with the iPhone 14 series. The iPhone 15 series saw the introduction of the 'Pro' branding for the chipset in the Pro models.
A18 Pro Chip in All Models
According to the latest rumor, even the non-Pro iPhones will be equipped with the newest A-series chip, potentially named A18 Pro. This information comes from @Nicolás Alvarez on X, who found pertinent codes within Apple's backend. These codes indicate that all four iPhone 16 models will incorporate the A18 Pro chip.
Impact of Apple Intelligence
The A15 Bionic was previously sufficient to handle the basic functionalities in iOS. However, this is no longer the case. iOS 18 includes Apple Intelligence, necessitating the phone to run certain AI features natively. Though these are deemed basic AI features, the NPUs in older chips lack the capability to execute these tasks efficiently. Consequently, only the Pro models of the iPhone 15 series, equipped with the A17 Pro chip, support Apple Intelligence.
The A18 Pro chip is rumored to have a more advanced NPU compared to last year's A17 Pro, potentially leading to a significant improvement in AI performance. This could mirror what is currently observed with the iPhone 15 series regarding the implementation of Apple Intelligence. This development might be the reason behind Apple's decision to equip all iPhone 16 models with the new chip.
iQOO has announced that it will launch the iQOO Neo 9S Pro+ smartphone on July 11 in China. This performance-focused device will compete with the likes of the OnePlus Ace 3 Pro and the Realme GT 6, both of which feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It will also go head-to-head with the Redmi K70 Ultra, expected to come with the Dimensity 9300+ chipset. Today, Jia Jingdong, Vivo’s Vice President for Brand and General Manager of Brand and Product Strategy, revealed the key specifications of the Neo 9S Pro+ on Weibo.
iQOO Neo 9S Pro+ Key Specifications
Jingdong confirmed that the iQOO Neo 9S Pro+ will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, along with iQOO’s self-developed Q1 graphics chip, aimed at enhancing the gaming experience. A specialized scheduling algorithm has been designed to intelligently allocate tasks between the Snapdragon and the e-sports Q1 chips. The system automatically directs more resources to the e-sports chip to improve gaming performance when a game is detected. Additionally, a sophisticated power management strategy dynamically adjusts the power consumption of the two chips in various scenarios, extending battery life.
Power and Battery Life
The iQOO Neo 9S Pro+ will come with a 5,500mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging. Despite the large battery, the device will maintain a slim profile at 7.99mm. The phone will run on OriginOS 4.0, based on Android 14.
Security and Camera
For security, the iQOO Neo 9S Pro+ will feature an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor, marking the first sub-flagship phone from the company to include this technology. This new model will be an upgraded version of the Dimensity 9300-powered iQOO Neo 9 Pro, which was launched in December last year.
Compared to the Neo 9 Pro, the upcoming Neo 9S Pro+ will offer three significant improvements: a new chipset, a larger battery, and an enhanced fingerprint scanning solution. Like the Neo 9 Pro, the 9S Pro+ will boast a 50-megapixel (main, with OIS) + 50-megapixel (ultrawide) dual-camera system. The availability of the device in markets outside of China is still unclear.
