Tag: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3

June 17, 2024
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra: Key Specs Revealed in Geekbench
Motorola is preparing to launch the Razr 50 series foldable phones on June 25 in China. This new lineup, including the standard and ultra models, will succeed last year’s Razr 40 duo. Ahead of the launch, the Razr 50 Ultra has appeared on Geekbench and Taiwan’s NCC, revealing important hardware details and providing a glimpse of its design.
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra on Geekbench and NCC
According to Taiwan’s NCC certification, the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra carries the model number XT2451-3. Images of the device show a display with a center-aligned punch-hole cutout and dual horizontally placed camera sensors with an LED flash. The bottom of the phone features a USB-C port, speaker grille, and microphone. The Razr 50 Ultra will be available in Peach, Dark Blue, and a rumored Green color.
The certification also discloses the model numbers for the Razr 50 Ultra’s battery, charger, and USB-C cable. The phone is expected to have a 4,000mAh battery (composed of 1,050mAh and 2,950mAh cells) and will come with a 68W fast charger, though it may only support up to 45W charging speeds. This is a notable improvement over the Razr 40 Ultra, which had a 3,800mAh battery and 30W charging.
Performance and Specifications
On Geekbench, the Razr 40 Ultra’s processor configuration includes three cores at 2.02GHz, four cores at 2.8GHz, and a primary core at 3.01GHz, indicating it will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor. This makes it the first clamshell foldable to feature this chipset. The Razr 50 Ultra will come with 12GB of RAM and will run Android 14 out of the box.
In Geekbench’s tests, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra scores 1,829 points in single-core performance and 4,214 points in multi-core performance.
Tags: Motorola Razr 50 Ultra, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
June 11, 2024
Xiaomi 14 Civi India Price Leak Before June 12 Launch
Xiaomi 14 Civi is set to debut in India on June 12th, expanding the current Xiaomi 14 series. This model is essentially a rebranded version of the Chinese Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro, featuring Leica-branded cameras, a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, and a 10-bit AMOLED display.
While Xiaomi has confirmed these specifications, the pricing was unclear until recently. Tipster Abhishek Yadav, based on his sources, has now disclosed the price for the 14 Civi in India.
Pricing Information
According to Yadav, the base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage will be priced at Rs 43,000. There is also a possibility of a higher-end variant with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, but Yadav notes that his source is "not sure this time" about the exact price for this model.
The leaked pricing places the Xiaomi 14 Civi below the flagship Xiaomi 14, which has a starting price of Rs 69,999.
Promotional Offers
A promotional poster for the 14 Civi has surfaced online, indicating a sale date of June 20 in India. The poster also mentions additional offers such as a Rs 3,000 instant bank discount, a Rs 3,000 exchange bonus, Xiaomi Easy financing, and monthly EMI options starting at Rs 2,389.
Xiaomi 14 Civi Specifications (Expected)
- Display: Quad-curved 1.5K AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 68 billion+ colors, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC
- RAM & Storage: Up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage
- Cameras:
  - Rear: 50MP Leica Summilux lens with 25mm cinematic HDR support, 50MP Leica 50mm Portrait Telephoto lens with 2x zoom, 12MP Leica ultrawide snapper with a 15mm 120-degree field of view
  - Front: Dual 32MP cameras for selfies and video chats
- Battery: 4,700mAh battery with 67W fast charging support
- Other Features: Dolby Atmos, Stereo speakers, IP68 dust and water resistance rating
- Software: HyperOS custom skin
- Colors: Green, Black, and Blue
Tags: Leica Cameras, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Xiaomi 14 Civi
June 8, 2024
Motorola Edge 50 Ultra India Launch Teased: Wooden Back Design
In April, Motorola introduced the Edge 50 Pro smartphone to the Indian market. Now, the brand has hinted at the release of the Edge 50 Ultra smartphone in India. This model was initially unveiled globally back in April.
Teaser Details
In a recent teaser, Motorola disclosed that the Indian variant of the Edge 50 Ultra will come with a wooden back finish. For those unaware, Motorola has brought back its well-liked wooden backs with the Edge 50 series. These backs are made from genuine wood and come with a faint wood scent. The specifications of the Indian version of the Motorola Edge 50 Ultra are anticipated to match the global version.
Motorola Edge 50 Ultra Specifications
Motorola has rolled out the Edge 50 Ultra in Europe, which boasts a 6.67-inch curved pOLED display with a resolution of 2,712 x 1,220 pixels, a 144 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 2,500 nits. The display supports HDR10+ and is safeguarded by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Additionally, it features an in-built fingerprint sensor.
The Edge 50 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, coupled with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. It operates on the Android 14-based Hello UI.
Camera and Battery
The smartphone’s camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 64MP telephoto camera with 3x zoom. It houses a 4500mAh battery, supporting 125W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
Tags: Motorola Edge 50 Ultra, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Wooden Back Finish
June 7, 2024
Motorola Moto X50 Ultra Available Globally
The flagship Motorola Moto X50 Ultra smartphone is now available for international customers through direct import. This device is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, offering up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage. It also boasts a telephoto lens and can achieve a maximum brightness of 2,800 nits.
Display and Camera Features
Running on Android 14 right out of the box, the Moto X50 Ultra features a Pantone-certified display. The smartphone sports a 6.7-inch screen with a resolution of 2,712 x 1,220 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. The display supports the full DCI-P3 color space and includes a fingerprint sensor. For photography, the 64MP telephoto lens offers optical image stabilization and up to 100x hybrid zoom, while the main and ultra-wide-angle cameras each have a resolution of 50MP. Note that the device does not support Android Auto or eSIM functionality.
Battery and Build
The Moto X50 Ultra is powered by a 4,500mAh battery, which supports 125W wired charging and up to 50W wireless charging. The smartphone has a thickness of 8.69mm and weighs 197 grams. Additionally, it holds an IP68 certification, making it resistant to dust and water.
Pricing and Availability
Customers can order the Moto X50 Ultra via TradingShenzhen, with the 12GB+256GB variant priced at approximately $732, the 12GB+512GB variant at $786, and the top-tier 16GB+1TB model at $860.
Issues concerning warranty and return policies may not apply under the direct import model. Additionally, the specific frequency bands for these models have not been disclosed.
Tags: Moto X50 Ultra, Pricing, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
June 4, 2024
Motorola Moto X50 Ultra Soft Peach Limited Edition Launched
Motorola has introduced a new color variant for the moto X50 Ultra in China, named the Soft Peach Limited Edition. This release follows the launch of the moto X50 Ultra just last month.
The Moto X50 Ultra features an AI system powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and Lenovo’s Xiaotian AI personal agent. The smartphone boasts a 6.7-inch LTPS OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 2,712 x 1220 pixels. It offers a RAM/storage configuration of 16GB/1TB.
Camera and Battery
The Soft Peach Limited Edition of the moto X50 Ultra includes a robust camera setup: a 50MP front camera, a 50MP ultra-large bottom main camera, a 50MP JN1 ultra-wide angle, and a 64MP 3x periscope telephoto camera with a 100x zoom capability. The device also features AI adaptive anti-shake image stabilization technology. It is powered by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 125W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The phone is equipped with a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface and supports Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
Build and Design
The Motorola moto X50 Ultra comes with a metal middle frame and a solid wood/glass body that is 8.5mm thick and weighs 197g. It is certified with IP68 dust and water resistance. The Soft Peach Limited Edition shares the same configuration as other models in the lineup. The AI agent in the phone supports chatting, natural semantic question and answer, document translation, summarization, and AI calls.
Pricing & Availability
The moto X50 Ultra Soft Peach Limited Edition is available only in the 16GB/1TB configuration and is priced at 4,699 yuan ($649). It can be purchased from JD.com and other retail outlets in the country.
Tags: Moto X50 Ultra, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Soft Peach Limited Edition
June 3, 2024
Xiaomi 14 Civi Specs Confirmed on Flipkart Microsite
Xiaomi is set to introduce the Xiaomi 14 Civi smartphone in India on June 12. Following a recent leak of the device’s retail box, the company has now unveiled several specifications on the 14 Civi’s Flipkart microsite.
Camera Specifications
According to the microsite, the phone features a 50 MP primary camera equipped with Leica’s Summilux Lens. This main camera is complemented by a 50 MP Portrait telephoto camera with 2x zoom capability, as well as a 12 MP ultra-wide lens that offers a 120-degree field of view.
For selfies, the device sports a dual 32 MP + 32 MP front camera setup, capable of recording 4K videos. The handset boasts a slim 7.4mm metal frame with a luxurious vegan leather finish on the back.dual 32 MP + 32 MP front camera setup
Display and Audio
The display is described as a ‘floating quad-curve’ screen with 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. The panel supports over 68 billion colors, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+. Audio-wise, the phone will come with stereo speakers tuned with Dolby Atmos.
Internal Specs and Battery
Under the hood, the Xiaomi 14 Civi will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, running on Android 14-based HyperOS. The phone will be equipped with a 4,700mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging. The microsite also reveals three color variants: Crusie Blue, Matcha Green, and Shadow Black. Pricing details are expected to be announced soon.
Tags: 50 MP Leica Camera, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Xiaomi 14 Civi
May 30, 2024
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Specs Revealed in TENAA Certification
Recently, the Motorola Razr 50, identified by model number XT2453-2, appeared on Chinese certification sites like 3C and TENAA. Now, these same certification agencies have greenlit the Razr 50 Ultra, which has been seen with model number XT2451-4. Here are the details that have surfaced from the 3C certification of the Razr 50 Ultra.
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Specifications (Rumoured)
According to the TENAA listing, the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra will feature a 6.9-inch foldable OLED screen with FHD+ resolution (1080 x 2460 pixels) and is expected to support a 120Hz refresh rate. The outer cover will have a 4-inch OLED screen producing a resolution of 1272 x 1080 pixels.
Under the Hood
The device is likely to be powered by a 3.0GHz chip, possibly the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. It may offer RAM options of 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, and 18 GB, with storage choices of 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB.
A dual battery setup with a rated value of 998mAh+2832mAh (approximately 4,000mAh typical value) is expected to power the device. It may come with a 68W charger but support only 45W charging. The front will have a 32-megapixel camera, while the back will feature a dual camera setup with a 50-megapixel main sensor and a 50-megapixel sensor offering 2x optical zoom.
Additional Features
The Razr 50 Ultra might include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security. It is said to measure 171.3 x 73.9 x 7.2mm and weigh 188 grams. Other reports suggest the Razr 50 Ultra will also support eSIM, offer IPX8 water resistance, wireless charging, and run Android 14 with the Hello UI. The device will come in colors like Midnight Blue, Spring Green, and Hot Pink.
The Razr 50 and 50 Ultra are expected to debut in June in the Chinese market.
Tags: Motorola Razr 50 Ultra, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
May 28, 2024
Realme GT 6 Leaked Box Reveals New AI Features
Realme is anticipated to introduce a new smartphone in its GT series shortly. Recently, the brand unveiled the GT Neo 6 earlier this month and the GT Neo 6 SE last month. Additionally, the Realme GT 6T (first impressions) was launched in India last week. The forthcoming GT smartphone is believed to be the flagship Realme GT 6. Reliable insider Steve Hemmerstoffer (aka Onleaks) has leaked an image of the device’s retail box.
Realme GT 6 leaked retail box reveals AI features
The retail box of the Realme GT 6 features a tagline that reads 'Next AI'. This indicates that the device will likely incorporate Generative AI functionalities. The back of the box hints at what these features might be. The smartphone will include AI night vision, which should improve photos taken at night and in low-light conditions.
The AI smart removal feature will be able to eliminate any unwanted objects from images. Additionally, the AI smart loop might function as a text summarization and generation tool. Finally, there is AI smart search expected to be similar to Google's Circle to Search, offering enhanced search capabilities.
The Realme GT 6 is anticipated to launch in July. Rumors suggest the phone might be powered by a Snapdragon 8-series processor, likely the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the smartphone will be equipped with silicon negative electrode high-density batteries and will support 100W fast charging.
We can expect more information about the Realme GT 6 to emerge in the coming weeks.
Tags: Generative AI Features, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Realme GT 6
May 28, 2024
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra 3C Certified: Major Charging Speed Boost
Recently, the upcoming Motorola Razr 50 with the XT2453-2 model number received approval from China’s TENAA certification platform. Reports indicate that the Razr 50 Ultra, expected to launch alongside the Razr 50, has the XT2451-2 model number. Earlier this month, the Razr 50 got approval from the 3C certification platform in China. Now, this same platform has also approved the Ultra model.
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Gains 3C Certification
The 3C certification for the Razr 50 Ultra suggests it might come with a 68W fast charger. However, it's important to note that there's no definite confirmation on whether the device will indeed support 68W charging, as recent leaks suggest it will support 45W charging. Rumors also claim that the device will feature a 4,200mAh battery.
Comparison with Razr 40 Ultra
Last year's Razr 40 Ultra had a smaller 3,800mAh battery with 30W wired charging and also offered 5W wireless charging.
Display and Camera Specifications
Recent reports indicate that the Razr 50 Ultra will feature a 4-inch P-OLED cover screen and a 6.9-inch P-OLED foldable display with an FHD+ resolution, a 21:9 aspect ratio, and a 165Hz refresh rate. For photography, it will have a 32-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel dual-camera system on the back.
The device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip and run Android 14. It will come with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. The dimensions will be 171 x 74 x 7.2mm, and it will weigh 184 grams.
Tags: 3C certification, Motorola Razr 50 Ultra, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
May 23, 2024
First Look: Nothing Phone (3) with Action Button Revealed
Nothing’s flagship phones traditionally launch in July, with the Phone (1) and Phone (2) unveiled in the same month in 2022 and 2023. The London-based company is likely to continue this pattern with the Phone (3), marking its next significant product reveal. While details about the Nothing Phone (3) remain scarce, Carl Pei has shared an image on X hinting at a crucial feature.
Possible New Action Button on Nothing Phone (3)
Pei posted an image showcasing the redesigned quick settings and notification panel of the Nothing OS, anticipated to be part of Nothing OS 3 later this year. The redesign appears on a mockup of the device, which at first glance resembles the Phone (2) and Phone (1).
However, keen observers will notice a new button on the right frame, just beneath the power key. This small button suggests it could be an action button, an alert slider, or a dedicated camera shutter button. The action button feature is present on the iPhone 15 Pro models, while the alert slider is common on OnePlus phones. Additionally, the power and volume rocker keys are positioned higher on the device.
Speculations and Features
The speculation surrounding this new physical button indicates it might be included in the upcoming Nothing Phone (3). The mockup shows the device with a metal frame, a centrally placed punch-hole cutout, and minimal screen bezels. Rumors suggest the Phone (3) will be powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor. Pei’s image builds anticipation for the new smartphone, and more leaks are expected in the coming weeks.
Tags: action button, Nothing Phone 3, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3