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April 9, 2024

iQOO 12 Desert Red Special Edition Color Available in India

Recently, iQOO celebrated four years in India by unveiling their special Anniversary Edition smartphone: the Desert Red Anniversary Edition is now on sale with prices beginning from INR 52,999.

Pricing & Availability

The 12GB+256GB model of the iQOO 12 Desert Red can be purchased for INR 52,999 while 16GB+512GB versions cost INR 57,999 – interested customers can buy these smartphones today starting 12 PM from both Amazon India and its official website (iQOO’s Official Webpage).

Special Offers

iQOO offers HDFC and ICICI Bank cardholders an immediate discount of INR 3,000 with no-cost EMI payments that match other available colors for its iQOO 12 device. These prices match with those available when choosing other colors of this smartwatch.

Specifications for the IQOO 12

First released for sale in December 2023, the iQOO 12 offers an elegant 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display boasting FHD+ resolution with 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ technology and peak brightness of 3,000nits. Powering its performance are two Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC processors combined with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage; additionally equipped with its SuperComputing Chip Q1, FunTouchOS 14 runs seamlessly over top the OS to deliver funTouchOS 14 experience to users worldwide.

This smartphone boasts a 50MP primary camera equipped with OIS support, as well as 50MP ultra wide angle lens, 64MP telephoto lens featuring 3x optical zoom capabilities and 16MP front facing selfie camera for selfies. Furthermore, the battery accommodates 120W fast charging technology as well as in-display fingerprint scanning support.

Tags: iQOO, iQOO 12 Anniversary Edition
April 9, 2024

Nubia Flip Clamshell Smartphone Launches in China: $415 Price Tag

ZTE’s Nubia held an event today to unveil their inaugural foldable smartphone, called Nubia Flip. First unveiled at MWC 2024 and already receiving an iF Design Award, ZTE made waves when they placed this device within its mid-range price bracket thereby expanding accessibility for more consumers.

Nubia Flip 5G Specifications

The Nubia Flip features a classic clamshell design with an opening thickness of just 7 millimeters when unfolded and weighs 209 grams when closed. Additionally, its hinge made of space-grade steel ensures over 200,000 cycles of opening and closing without damage.

Display and Features

This device boasts a circular 1.43-inch AMOLED panel on its rear panel surrounded by an eyelet to serve as the camera module, offering quick access to notifications and essential phone functions. On its front, users will discover an FHD+ (2790 x 1188 pixels) AMOLED foldable display with 120Hz refresh rate that features 2160Hz PWM dimming support as well as full DCI-P3 color gamut coverage for quick use of front camera features.

Performance And Camera Capabilities

Under its hood lies a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC powered by Adreno 644 GPU and 4310mAh battery with 33W fast charging technology delivering full charges within approximately 73 minutes of use. Furthermore, NFC technology and dual cameras providing 50MP main capture plus 2MP depth sensors as well as 16MP front cameras provide photographic functionality as well. Available only in China in various RAM/storage configurations (8GB +256GB, 12 GB +256GB or 12 GB+512 GB options are offered). It comes equipped with both 50MP primary camera plus 2MP depth sensor features while offering 16MP selfie/video call capability makes for easier video calls or selfies/calling purposes.

Pricing And Availability

Pre-sales for the Nubia Flip have begun in earnest with its official launch scheduled for April 16th at 10 am. Pricing information reveals an 8GB RAM model paired with 256GB storage for 2999 Yuan ($415); 12GB RAM with 256GB storage priced at 3299 Yuan ($456) and 3699 Yuan ($511). Consumers can select their color variant between Caramel, Milk Tea or Taro when making their decision.

Tags: Foldable Smartphone, Nubia Flip 5G
April 9, 2024

Get the OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G for only Rs 15,899! Best Offer!

With competitive pricing and exciting specifications, OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G makes an attractive option for buyers. An approximate discount of Rs 2000 makes this phone even more enticing; now priced at just Rs 17,399. Additionally, HDFC card users can avail themselves of up to a Rs 1500 discount through Flipkart while Amazon customers may benefit from an extra Rs 1250 bank discount for HDFC cards.

Details on OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G Deal Available Now.

Flipkart will have this offer up for a limited period, while Amazon plans on continuing it over multiple days. Flipkart offers are currently priced at Rs 17,399 but with an HDFC discount of Rs 1500 it brings down to an effective price of Rs 15,899. Meanwhile on Amazon the device retails for Rs 17999 but with an effective discounted price of Rs 1250 it becomes effectively Rs 16,749.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G Features and Specifications.

Since being released last year in India, OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G comes in two variants – 8GB RAM+128GB storage and 8GB RAM+256GB storage – both featuring an AMOLED screen boasting 20.1:9 aspect ratio with resolution 2412×1080 pixels, supported by 120Hz refresh rate, 10-bit color depth support, P3 color gamut support, an under-display fingerprint scanner.

This phone comes equipped with a triple camera setup: 50MP primary with OIS, 8MP ultrawide sensor and 2-megapixel macro lens; for selfies and video calls there is also 16 MP front facing camera.

Built around Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 782G chipset and equipped with up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. Additionally, its device houses an impressive 5000 mAh dual-cell battery capable of supporting 80W fast charging. Connectivity options include dual SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS navigation services, NFC as well as an IR blaster, linear motor X-axis motors for linear motion tracking, USB Type C port connectivity as well as dual speakers for audio entertainment purposes.

Tags: Discount Offers, OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G, smartphone deals
April 9, 2024

Realme P1 and P1 Pro India Launch Date Confirmed

Realme announced their P-series smartphone range designed specifically for India earlier this week and are creating excitement among their Indian target market through various teasers leading up to launch day.

Realme P-Series Lineup

The Realme P1 and P1 Pro devices will be unveiled for public sale on April 15, at noon local time in India.

Realme has not shared full specifications about their new phones on their official Indian website; however they have released previews of key features, designs, and colors available for each phone model.

Realme P1 Pro

Dubbed as having one of the "Best Curved Displays Under INR 20K," Realme’s P1 Pro boasts a 120Hz curved AMOLED screen featuring Pro-XDR support and Rainwater Touch technology for an exceptional viewing experience.

Realme has selected Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 gen 1 SoC as their "Best Snapdragon Chipset Under INR 20K." To complete its affordable offering, Realme will also include a 5,000 mAh battery capable of 45W charging that comes in Phoenix Red or Parrot Blue colors to meet customer preferences and provide extra durability with IP65 ratings for extra protection against water intrusion.

Realme P1

In contrast, Realme P1 emphasizes its price-to-performance ratio as the "Fastest Chipset Under INR 15K," powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC.

Realme P1 stands apart from its Pro counterpart with a 120Hz flat AMOLED screen boasting impressive brightness of 2,000nits. Furthermore, Rainwater Touch technology and an under-display fingerprint scanner add even further convenience for use.

Realme has not disclosed its specific battery capacity for their P1 smartphone yet; however it supports 45W charging to quickly replenish power reserves. Furthermore, its camera configuration features a 50MP primary sensor while IP54 rating ensures increased durability. They will offer this smartphone in Phoenix Red and Peacock Green colors options for consumers to purchase.

As April 15th approaches, Realme should disclose more information on its two upcoming smartphones – P1 and P1 Pro.
April 9, 2024

Oppo A3 Pro: Live Shots, RAM, Storage Variants Revealed

Oppo will release their Oppo A3 Pro smartphone in China on April 12, and is anticipated to become the first mainstream phone with IP69 certification, denoting top-tier dust and water resistance. In preparation of its debut date, real life images of A3 Pro have surfaced, providing more insight into its design and specifications.

Oppo A3 Pro Design Unveiled

Live images display both Azure and Yunjin Pink variants of A3 Pro, showing their distinctively rounded edges both front and back. Yunjin Pink weighs in at 177 grams while Azure comes with its glass back.

Key Specifications Revealed

In the first image shown is a phone with a 6.7-inch display and an impressive 5,000mAh battery with fast charging capability and support from 67W fast charger. Furthermore, for selfies it features an 8MP front camera, while its circular camera module houses a 64MP primary lens.

Variants And Performance Features

Oppo A3 Pro smartphones will be offered in China with two memory/storage configurations – 12GB RAM with 256GB storage and 12GB RAM with 512GB storage, both supporting up to 12GB of virtual RAM memory capacity; an 8GB+256GB option will also be made available for sale.

Rumors indicate that this device will be powered by the Dimensity 7050 chipset and measure 162.7mm long by 74.5mm wide by 7.8mm deep, yet pricing details have yet to be released by Oppo A3 Pro.

Oppo A3 Pro reservations have officially opened up in China, with unveiling images captured at an Oppo experience store there.

Tags: IP69 rating, OPPO A3 Pro 5G, Smartphone Launch
April 9, 2024

iQOO Z9 Turbo: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 6,000mAh Battery

iQOO will introduce their affordable flagship phone, the Z9 Turbo, this month in China. Through Weibo posts showcasing images displaying its rear design, chipset, battery capacity and various specifications iQOO revealed new details regarding their launch event.

Design Details Revealed

Initial views of the iQOO Z9 Turbo reveal its striking flat edges and rectangular camera module housing two cameras as well as OIS logo, flanked by dual tone dual LED flash lighting positioned adjacent. This device recalls in its aesthetic a simplified version of iQOO 12 series designs.

Cutting-Edge Features

The iQOO Z9 Turbo will become one of the first devices to integrate Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, an improved variant of Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, last month with Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro being introduced as its world first SD8sG3 phone in China; Redmi Turbo 3, set for release April 10, will also rely on this chipset.

Advanced Specifications

Beyond its chipset, the iQOO Z9 Turbo will boast an independent graphics chip, 6K VC heat dissipation system and substantial 6,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support. Leaks indicate the device may feature a 6.78-inch flat OLED display featuring 1.5K resolution at 144Hz refresh rate as well as 12GB/16GB LPDDR5x RAM respectively with up to 512GB UFS storage for both front-facing and ultra wide dual cameras of 16 MP + 8MP respectively for its dual camera setups.

Tags: Flagship phones, iQOO Z9 Turbo, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
April 9, 2024

Google Pixel 8a First Look: Leaked Images Reveal Matte Finish

Google Pixel 8a has long been anticipated and now we finally have an idea of its design thanks to leaked images posted by TechDroider on X platform from TechDroider revealing it as reality. A key change from previous Pixel models seen on TechDroider shows an updated matte back panel instead of its former glossy appearance seen on Pixel 7a models.

Design Refresh Unveiled

Leaked images appear similar to an accidental Pixel 8a reveal seen in Google Fi ads, including slimmer bezels than previous models and an overall sleeker and more modern appearance. While not confirmed officially by Google, these leaks corroborate with accidental unveiling of this device by their advertising.

Anticipated Specifications

Reported specifications for Google Pixel 8a indicate its presence of a Tensor G3 chipset, 6.1-inch FHD+ 120Hz OLED display and dual camera setup featuring 64MP main sensor alongside 13MP ultrawide sensor similar to its predecessor (Pixel 6). As its release approaches, these leaks offer us a glimpse into what Google may offer within its mid-range Pixel phone market; stay updated here on GiznewsDaily as more details regarding this anticipated event come our way!

Tags: Google Pixel 8a, leaked images
April 9, 2024

Moto G04s Launched Featuring Key Distinction from Moto G04

Motorola quietly unveiled their Moto G04s smartphone in Germany last month, bearing many similarities with that of their G04v debut earlier this year; yet there exist distinct distinctions between both devices; let’s examine these further below.

Moto G04s Specifications And Features

Moto G04s features a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel with HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels and boasts an estimated 85 percent screen-to-body ratio, featuring 90Hz refresh rate, 269ppi pixel density, 20:9 aspect ratio and Gorilla Glass 3 protection for its display. Dimensions and weight for G04s is 163.49mm by 74.53mm and 7.99mm respectively while its water repellent design makes for easy travels.

At its center lies a 5-megapixel selfie- and video call camera; on its rear side is housed a 50-megapixel primary lens equipped with LED flash unit that supports full HD recording at 30 frames per second. Both lenses support FHD recording.

Under The Hood

Powered by an Unisoc T606 processor, the Moto G04s comes equipped with 4GB of RAM and 64GB UFS 2.2 storage – as well as an expandable microSD slot allowing expandable storage up to 8GB virtual RAM support – in its single configuration. Running Android 14 OS with Motorola’s MyUX skin.

The device is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging capabilities; however, its retail package contains only 10W charger. Other features of note include dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE support, Wi-Fi 802.11ac connectivity, Bluetooth 5.0 support, NFC capability (depending upon market) GPS support as well as one speaker enhanced with Dolby Atmos audio technology and 3.5mm audio jack connectivity.

Summary

Moto G04s will come in four color variants – Concord Black, Sea Green, Satin Blue and Sunrise Orange – however pricing and availability details have yet to be shared with users.

Moto G04s closely resembles its counterpart G04 in many regards; their main difference lies with camera resolution: G04s boasting 50MP while G04 has only 16MP rear cam. Although, strangely enough, official images for listing still show 16-MP cameras behind this handset!

Tags: Moto G04s, Motorola, smartphone specifications
April 9, 2024

Huawei Unveils New Products: Wearables, Home Gadgets, Car Tech
Huawei is significantly expanding their product lineup, something which has never been so evident as now. They plan on unveiling several exciting and engaging offerings like FreeLace Pro 2, MatePad 2, Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration Edition Edition Watch 4, Smart Screen S5 as well as possibly P70 series smartphones soon – see here for details…

Huawei Announces 5-Day Product Launch Event

Huawei is poised to make waves in the tech industry over the next several days. They plan on unveiling an array of products and software within five days – some have even leaked details regarding certain offerings that could possibly make their debut – such as their much-awaited P70 series which remains unknown for now.

Concerns Surround the Huawei P70 Series Launch

Huawei teases that the phone could launch "any time", yet there remains uncertainty as to when. Meanwhile, fans can anticipate other products Huawei will introduce during its presentation event:
- Wearable products showcase on April 8th.
- Home products showcase including smart screens, door locks, and home storage from April 9th to 12th.
- Audio products showcase including lipstick headphones from April 9th to 12th.
- Automobile products showcase from April 9th to 12th.
- PC products showcase from April 9th to 12th.
- Huawei Watch 4 Pro Space Exploration Edition.
- Huawei FreeLace Pro 2 headphones.
- New MatePad tablet with Starlight keyboard and mouse accessories.
- Huawei Smart Screen S5.
- Intelligent World S7 models with new versions.
- Possible release of the Huawei P70 series.
- Possible release of new HarmonyOS-related products at the HarmonyOS Spring Communication Conference on April 11th.
Tags: Huawei, Product Launch, tech innovation
April 9, 2024

OnePlus 12R OxygenOS 14.0.0.505 Update

OnePlus India users will soon benefit from an exciting update for the OnePlus 12R: OxygenOS 14.0.0.505. The purpose of this latest software update is to improve device performance while adding some useful new features that make life simpler and better for its owners.

AIGC Remover

Features New to AI technology is AIGC Remover features which assist users in quickly identifying unwanted elements in photographs to facilitate quick cleaning up procedures of images efficiently. With these enhancements in place, image cleanup tasks have never been simpler!

Enhance Photo Editing And Flashlight Activation

Users now have the capability of easily creating photo collages without borders directly within the Photos app, while an additional shortcut allows quick activation of flashlight by holding down on Volume Down button when screen off.

Improved App Volume Control And User Interface

This update brings with it an innovative feature allowing users to set individual volume settings for each app, providing greater control of audio settings. In addition, improvements were made to make volume bars more user-friendly and complement device aesthetics.

Overall System Enhancements

Improvements have been implemented to the phone in order to enhance its touch control responsiveness, optimize connectivity with USB devices used in cars and computers, and guarantee system stability.

Rollout for this update will occur gradually, initially reaching only limited users before becoming more widely accessible. Should any issues arise post-update, an access menu for reporting problems via Google Dialer by dialing *#800# can be utilized in case any arise.

Tags: OnePlus 12R