Our Realme GT 2 video review is out

Realme unveiled the GT 2 in February, and in our in-depth review, we found it to be a well-balanced device with a nice display, innovative design, dependable battery life, and solid primary camera performance. However, if you'd prefer to have a guided video tour instead you can now do that. Angie walks you through the Realme GT 2's performance in under eight minutes. You can watch it below. Once you are done watching our Realme GT 2 video review, you can also read our Realme GT 2 Pro review here and watch its video review here. Being a Pro model, it's costlier than the GT 2,...

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OnePlus Ace specs and images surface

The OnePlus 10R's full specs leaked last month, suggesting it won't be an entirely new smartphone. The 10R (codenamed "pickle") is expected to arrive sometime in Q2 2022, and while there's no word on that from OnePlus yet, new information by reliable tipster Digital Chat Station reveals this Dimensity 8100-powered OnePlus smartphone will be actually called the OnePlus Ace. Oppo Reno Ace If that branding sounds familiar to you, it's because Oppo launched two smartphones with the Ace moniker already - the Reno Ace in 2019 and the Ace2 in 2020. We didn't see any other Ace series...

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ASUS ROG Delta S Animate gaming headset review

The Delta S Animate is a premium gaming headset from ASUS. It is a multi-platform USB-C headset, which works with most platforms, including Windows, Mac, PlayStation, Switch, Android, and iOS. One of the most interesting features of the Delta S Animate is the array of mini-LED on the sides, which can be customized to animate text and images. The headset is compatible with ASUS' Armoury Crate software, which lets you customize the LEDs and includes features such as AI noise cancellation for the microphone. Meanwhile the audio processing is handled by the ESS 9281 Quad DAC with...

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iQOO Z6 Pro 5G teased ahead of launch, will be powered by Snapdragon 778G

iQOO unveiled the Z6 last month, and the company will follow it up with a Pro variant soon, dubbed iQOO Z6 Pro 5G. iQOO's Indian branch teased the iQOO Z6 Pro 5G on Twitter, and while it hasn't detailed the phone's specs sheet yet, during the grand finale of iQOO Raid Nights, the company said that the Z6 Pro 5G will be "India's fastest smartphone in 25K segment," and it will score over 550,000 points in AnTuTu tests. Season 2, Grand Finale of #iQOORaidNights, Q1 of this contest!iQOO Z6 Pro 5G is powered by which processor? 1- Tweet your answer tagging @IqooInd 2. Use #iQOORaidNights 3....

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Samsung Galaxy A52 is receiving Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update

Samsung released the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update for the Galaxy A52 5G last month, which is now rolled out for its 4G model that received One UI 4 in January. We don't have the complete changelog of the update, but a screenshot shared on Twitter reveals the addition of editing tools to the Galaxy A52's Gallery app. One UI 4.1 for the Galaxy A52 is currently seeding in Brazil, and the rollout should expand to other regions soon. Samsung Galaxy A52 If you live in Brazil and haven't got One UI 4.1 on your Galaxy A52 yet, you can try checking it manually by navigating...

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The first OnePlus foldable smartphone will be the Oppo Find N, rumor says

See a new phone and think you've seen something eerily similar before? Increasingly that's not just because all phones kind of look alike - there are also more and more rebrandings happening with every month that goes by. Xiaomi and its sub-brands Redmi and Poco are perhaps by far the guiltiest of playing this game, but Oppo and OnePlus are no strangers to it either. And according to a new rumor, they're at it again. Apparently there is going to be a OnePlus foldable smartphone this year, and it's one we've already met - the Oppo Find N. By a different name, of course, but the source...

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Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro rumored to come with huge battery

Samsung's Galaxy Watch4 family is comprised of amazing smartwatches with just one huge downside: battery life. The Korean company seems quite aware of this, as we've already heard a rumor stating that the Watch5 generation devices will have larger batteries. But now the plot thickens, as a new rumor today says we should expect a newer, top tier Watch5 Pro that would sit above the Watch5 and Watch5 Classic in Samsung's roster later this year. And this Galaxy Watch5 Pro is said to come with a huge 572 mAh battery. To put that into context, the biggest Galaxy Watch4/Classic models have...

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OnePlus Nord 2T leaked images suggest three cameras with questionable aesthetics

The OnePlus Nord 2T is expected to come as a refreshed version of the Nord 2. Reports are the cameras will remain unchanged, but the design on the back panel will be overhauled. According to one tipster the Nord 2T will have a dual-circle design, with the top one hosting the main shooter. The weird part is the second circle - it has room for the 8MP ultra-wide cam and the 2MP monochrome sensor, but they are positioned assymetrically. OnePlus Nord 2T The source is generally on point with such leaks, and so it's probably worth the benefit of the doubt even if the design is......

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FCC reveals Xiaomi 12 Lite details as launch nears

It has been three months since the Xiaomi 12 series launched and the family still isn’t complete – we’re missing an Ultra and a Lite model. The latter is on the way, it has already passed the FCC certification process, along with the TKDN and EEC. The phone, model number 2203129G, has also gone through a Geekbench test, which revealed that it is powered by a Snapdragon 778G chipset (the 2.4 GHz clock speed shows this is the vanilla 778G rather than the plus). The test unit was equipped with 8 GB of RAM and was running Android 12. The FCC docs confirm that this is MIUI 13. They also...

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Motorola Moto G22 arrives in India with faster charging, sales begin April 13

The Motorola Moto G22 unveiled last month debuted today in India. It comes in a single 4GB/64GB memory configuration with two color options - Cosmic Black and Iceberg Blue. There's also a third version called Mint Green arriving later, while the Pearl White model has been skipped for the Indian market. The Moto G22 is priced at INR10,999 ($145/€135) and will go on sale in India through Flipkart starting April 13. However, the company is offering a discount of INR1,000 ($13/€12) on purchases made till April 14. It’s time to meet the #MasterOfAll! The all-new, feature-packed #motog22 is...

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Realme V23 leaked in full ahead of imminent launch

A Realme V23 smartphone surprisingly appeared on China Telecom’s website - one of the biggest carriers in the company's homeland. The device is listed with its specs and some photos, meaning a launch is just behind the corner. The phone is an affordable midranger with a Mediatek chipset, two cameras, and a big battery. Realme V23 The Realme V23 is listed with a Dimensity 810 chipset and two RAM choices - 8GB or 12GB, while storage is 256GB. At the front, we have a 6.58” screen with 1080p resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 8MP selfie camera. Around the back are a...

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Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition appears in official images, launch date revealed

Realme teased the Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition in February without divulging anything about it, and yesterday, a leaked image of its sketch gave us a glimpse of the smartphone's design. Today, Realme's Thai branch took to social media to give us our best look yet at the Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition while also revealing its launch date. The Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition will debut in Thailand on April 12 at 2PM local time, but the company hasn't revealed anything about its availability in other regions. However, previous rumors claim the smartphone will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_9_pro_plus_free_fire_limited_edition_design_launch_date-news-53883.php

Our iPhone SE (2022) video review is now live

The newest cheapest iPhone is the iPhone SE (2022), and a lot of people seem to be interested in this one despite its seemingly lackluster sales numbers. We're assuming that's because it's the most affordable way to get into the iOS ecosystem if you don't want to buy refurbished or used devices. But the iPhone SE (2022) also looks old and dated, even though it has the highest performing mobile SoC available. So it's kind of a mixed bag by definition, by default, just by looking at it and its specs. And that made us very intrigued, so we naturally decided to review it in-depth and see...

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Oppo K10 Pro appears on TENAA with full specs and photos

The Oppo K10 series is ready to enter the smartphone market, seven months after the arrival of the K9 lineup. The first phone will be the Oppo PGIM10, which is going to sell as Oppo K10 Pro. This device popped up on TENAA with images and specs, revealing it will be a competitive upper-tier midranger. The chipset of the Oppo K10 Pro will be Snapdragon 888, as the CPU frequency is listed as 2.8 GHz. RAM will be 8GB or 12GB, and storage choices are 128GB and 256GB. There is a 6.62” AMOLED screen with 1080p resolution, and a fingerprint scanner underneath. Oppo will stick to a...

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Watch the Realme GT2 Pro, Realme 9 (4G) and Buds Air 3 Indian launch live

There’s no turning back now – the Realme GT2 Pro and the Realme Buds Air 2 are launching in India today. You can watch the live stream below and also check out the official page for the event. The Realme 9 is also coming, a brand new device (a 4G phone, not to be confused with the Realme 9 5G). This is the first phone with the 108 MP ISOCELL HM6 sensor. It should also bring a 120° ultra wide camera and a macro cam. Besides a more capable camera, the 4G model will also boast a 90 Hz AMOLED display over the 5G model and its 90 Hz IPS LCD. We have already reviewed the GT2 Pro (you can...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_realme_gt2_pro_realme_9_4g_and_buds_air_3_indian_launch_live-news-53863.php

Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition's design revealed through leaked image

Realme announced the Realme 9 Pro+ in February with three color options and teased a Free Fire Limited Edition of the smartphone without getting into the details. We don't have the Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition's launch date yet, but a new leaked image of the smartphone's sketch gives us a glimpse of its design. You can see that the Realme 9 Pro+ Free Fire Limited Edition's rear panel has a slightly different design. The Realme branding is moved from the bottom-left to the center of the panel, which also has the Free Fire logo now. What's also changed is the camera...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_9_pro_plus_free_fire_edition_design_leaked_image-news-53870.php

IFA will return this September 2022 in Berlin

Germany’s tech exposition has announced it will be returning to an in-person affair later this year. Taking place from September 2 through 6 in Berlin, IFA will be back in 2022 to showcase the latest developments in consumer electronics, home appliances, information technology, and telecommunications. Now though, it’s finally time to ‘get real’ and once again organize a full-size trade show at the grounds of Messe Berlin and in a city that is not only the capital of Europe’s largest consumer market, but evolved as a European media hub as well[…] Many leading global; brands have already...

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Moto G Stylus 5G (2022) leaks in all its glory

Back in February, Motorola made the Moto G Stylus (2022) official, but like last year, there's a separate 5G version coming too. This will be known as the Moto G Stylus 5G (2022), and it's been leaked today. The device is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 695 SoC, and will allegedly have a 5,000 mAh battery. The Moto G Stylus 5G (2022) will be offered in two colors: black and Seafoam Green. It's reportedly codenamed Milan 5G, and the base model will come with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The Moto G Stylus 5G (2022) has a 6.78-inch 1080x2460 LCD touchscreen with 120 Hz refresh...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g_stylus_5g_2022_leaks_in_all_its_glory-news-53867.php

OnePlus teases the Nord N20 on its way to the US with official renders and specs

Back in November of last year, the upcoming successor to the OnePlus Nord N10 mid-ranger from 2020 was outed in all its glory through some CAD-based renders. Months have passed, and the Nord N20 still isn't official, but that will change very soon. Today OnePlus gave PCMag the image you can see below, which is an official render of the device. As usual, it turns out the leaks were on point - the design here is the same. Alongside the image, the Chinese company also revealed that the handset would feature SuperVOOC fast charging and outed the specs of the Nord N20's screen. It will...

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Apple iPhone SE (2022) review

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vivo X80 Pro+ with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 runs Geekbnech

The vivo X80 and X80 Pro are expected to use the Dimensity 9000, we’ve already seen AnTuTu and Geekbench results. The top of the line vivo X80 Pro+ will get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 instead, as seen in this scorecard from Geekbench. The phone, vivo V2145, appears with the ‘taro’ motherboard, the code name for the 8 Gen 1. It was equipped with 12 GB of RAM and ran Android 12. The posted scores are on the low side (the multi-core score in particular), but results from pre-release hardware running in who-knows-what mode are not reliable anyway. Geekbench result from vivo X80 Pro+...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x80_pro_with_snapdragon_8_gen_1_runs_geekbnech-news-53856.php

Vivo iQOO Neo6 official images appear online

The vivo iQOO Neo6 is arriving next Wednesday, but the phone was already listed at JD.com - one of China’s biggest online retailers. Specs and pricing are yet to be posted, but we finally saw the official final design - the phone will have a flat screen and two color options. The iQOO Neo6 will be offered in two colors - Black and Leather Orange. All four sides will be flat, and the phone is going to have a fingerprint scanner under the OLED panel. vivo iQOO Neo6 The phone is expected to ship with Android 12 with OriginOS Ocean on top. Rumors suggest a 6.62” screen, 4,700...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_iqoo_neo6_official_renders_appear_online-news-53854.php

Samsung's next flagship could come with a MediaTek chip

Samsung has launched its flagship smartphones with Qualcomm's Snapdragon and its own Exynos chips until now, but a new media report claims the Korean conglomerate is considering using MediaTek's chipsets for its upcoming flagships, meaning we could see the Galaxy S23 have a MediaTek SoC at the helm. Samsung Galaxy S22 However, the source says that not all the Galaxy S23 units will have a MediaTek SoC under the hood. Samsung will use those only for the Asian models. The report further claims that about half of the Galaxy S22 Fan Edition (FE) units will also be powered by the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_s22_fe_mediatek_soc-news-53855.php

Apple's WWDC will take place from June 6 to June 10

Apple has just started sending invites for its upcoming WorldWide Developer Conference (widely known as WWDC). This is an annual event generally taking place in June, and while it is developer focused, it's interesting for consumers too, as it is where new iOS versions get unveiled. This year's WWDC will take place from June 6 to June 10. The conference will once again take place in an online format, and will be free for all developers to attend. Expect to hear details about new versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. Apple boasts that its developer community is now 30...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_wwdc_will_take_place_from_june_6_to_june_10-news-53851.php

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 might get a 3x telephoto camera

Samsung is working on several improvements for the Galaxy Z Fol4, if rumors are to be believed. This includes improved cameras to bring the phone a little closer to the S22 models. The phone will adapt a 10 MP telephoto camera with 3x optical magnification, reports GalaxyClub. Presumably, this is the same 3x camera that all three Galaxy S22 models have. It will replace the current 12 MP 2x camera on the Z Fold3. There may be another change on the cards – a 10 MP selfie camera. Unfortunately, the leak doesn’t make it clear if that is for the selfie camera on the cover display (which...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_samsung_galaxy_z_fold4_might_get_a_3x_telephoto_camera-news-53850.php

Samsung Galaxy M62 is receiving Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update

The Samsung Galaxy M62 announced last year with Android 11-based One UI 3.1 is receiving the One UI 4.1 update based on Android 12. The update brings refreshed design to the Galaxy M62 with the usual Android 12 and One UI 4.1 goodies. It also bumps up the Android security patch level on the smartphone to March 2022. The new firmware comes with version M625FXXU2BVC3 and is seeding in Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Indonesia, and the UAE. If you haven't received it yet, you can check for it manually by navigating to your Galaxy M62's Settings > Software update menu. Via

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Valve aims to ramp up Steam Deck shipments

Valve is saying it's starting to ramp up Steam Deck production and will be sending more order availability emails every week to those who reserved. It's currently sending the first set of emails to Q2 reservers and says that no reservation windows have been changed or delayed. We've also updated the Steam Deck product page to clarify what Q2, Q3, and After Q3 mean in terms of months. No reservation windows have been changed or delayed, only some additional info. Log in and visit this page to see your quarterly estimate: https://t.co/AcuGmUPbNN— Steam Deck (@OnDeck) April 4, 2022 Any of...

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Samsung discontinues Galaxy S9 series software support

Samsung Galaxy S9 and Samsung Galaxy S9+ smartphones will no longer receive software updates. The early 2018 flagships are now off Samsung’s lists of devices eligible for security updates. The Galaxy S10 series meanwhile were moved from monthly to quarterly updates, now that they are over 3 years old. The Galaxy S9 series is following the path of its predecessors. Back in early 2021, Samsung demoted the S9 from monthly to quarterly security updates, when the Galaxy S8 was completely taken off the list, and the same thing happened to the Galaxy S7 phones a year earlier. The...

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 and Buds Live gets 360 Audio in new software update

Samsung announced the Galaxy Buds Pro back in 2021, and until now they were its only wearable with 360 Audio by Dolby. The Korean maker just pushed a software update to Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Buds Live, bringing them closer to the Pro experience. 360 Audio is based on Dolby Head Tracking technology, and is similar to Spatial Audio by Apple - the sound appears as if it's always coming from the device screen, even if you move around or turn your head. It is worth noting that although Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Buds Live devices from all over the world are getting the software update,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_buds_2_gets_360_audio_in_new_software_update-news-53841.php

AnTuTu charts show Dimensity 9000 is breathing down Snapdragon 8 Gen 1's neck

Qualcomm used to be have the best-performing chipsets for Android and it still does. However, AnTuTu’s performance charts show that the competition is closer than ever. And it is smaller than ever too – HiSilicon is no longer a factor and Samsung just doesn’t sell Exynos flagships in China (where AnTuTu is based, so the charts are skewed towards that market). Starting with the flagships, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phones hold the Top 3 positions: Red Magic 7 Pro, iQOO 9 (the Chinese version) and iQOO 9 Pro. However, the MediaTek’s Dimensity 9000 is knocking on the door. The Redmi K50 Pro is in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/antutu_charts_show_dimensity_9000_is_breathing_down_snapdragon_8_gen_1s_neck-news-53833.php

Realme Pad Mini arrives with an 8.7” screen and a $200 starting price

The Realme Pad Mini is finally official, with its debut market being the Philippines. The tablet has an 8.7” screen and fast charging. It is powered by an Unisoc chipset and has two memory options and LTE support. The chip is Unisoc T616, an entry-level platform with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 MP1 graphics unit. Upfront is an affordable LCD with a 1340 x 800 pixel resolution. The side bezels are rather thin, but the top and bottom are slightly thicker for better handling when in landscape mode. Realme equipped the Pad Mini with an 8 MP f/2.0 camera on the back, with no LED...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_pad_mini_arrives_with_an_87_screen_and_a_200_starting_price-news-53832.php

Oppo F19 gets ColorOS 12 public beta

Oppo is finally bringing the ColorOS 12 beta to the public for users of the F19 smartphone. The program was invite only since late February, but now the company is looking for 5,000 users of the midranger to participate in the next of the software. The Oppo F19 is a very popular smartphone in India, and because of that Oppo is looking for beta testers only in the South Asian country. They can apply through the Settings menu - tap on Software Update and then the gear wheel in the upper corner. If the beta is available, the “Apply for Beta Version” option will be present, otherwise, you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_f19_opens_up_for_public_beta_of_coloros_12-news-53830.php

Realme 9 4G with a 108MP camera is launching on April 7

The Realme 9 Pro series launched in February, followed by the 9 5G and 9 %G Speed in March. Now the company is bringing an LTE version of the Realme 9 and its launch date was just confirmed - April 7. The Realme 9 4G will be the first to sport a Samsung ISOCELL HM6 sensor with 108MP resolution and new pixel-binning technology. The sensors of the other cameras are not revealed yet, but Realme said there would be an ultrawide cam with 120-degree FoV, while the third shooter will be a 4cm macro camera. The Realme 9 4G will come in three paint jobs, with the hero color being...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_9_4g_with_a_108_mp_camera_is_launching_on_april_7-news-53829.php

Three LG phones will get Android 12 in Q2 2022

LG closed its mobile division, and on its way out promised current devices will keep receiving firmware updates until the summer of 2025. The Korean company now revealed the next three devices that will receive Android 12. Three more will get security updates and they will also be seeded by the end of this quarter. Here’s the list: Phone Type of update LG Q92 5GAndroid 12 LG V50 ThinQ LG V50S ThinQ LG Q52Security update LG Wing LG Velvet It is worth noting that these updates will...

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OnePlus Nord Buds appear in live photos, confirm design

OnePlus is expected to launch TWS earphones under its affordable Nord brand. We saw renders of the alleged audio wearables, and today they were certified by the FCC. The listing came with photos of the actual earphones, as well as information about the battery capacity and what to expect in the retail box. The buds will come with a small circular touch area and will have a short, wide, flat stem. OnePlus Nord Buds on FCC The OnePlus Nord Buds will have a 480 mAh battery in the case, while each bud will come with a 41 mAh battery. There appears to be a USB-C to USB-A cable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_buds_appear_in_live_photos_confirming_design-news-53827.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 13

The Samsung Galaxy A53 maintained its lead in our trending chart for a second week in a row, but its A73 stablemate lots a lot of ground and is now sixth. This allowed the Redmi Note 11 to get the silver medal and the Galaxy S22 Ultra to return to the podium positions. The newly announced BlackShark 5 Pro shot to fourth position, while the OnePlus 10 Pro captured fifth on the back of its global launch. Poco's X4 Pro makes a strong return to the trending chart and captures seventh position, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro - the company's most premium phone to come out this year slid down to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_13-news-53826.php

Realme Buds Air 3 review

Introduction Last year’s Realme Buds Air 2 impressed us with their good sound quality, active noise cancelation and affordable pricing. Realme spent some time refining their package and came up with the Buds Air 3. These new wireless earbuds bring Realme’s most powerful noise cancellation yet, a slight redesign with shorter steams and wireless charging for €60. So are Buds Air 3 a better buy than last year’s model and how do they stack up against competitors in the same price point? Let’s find out. Design Buds Air 3 bring a familiar design to their predecessor but with a few...

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Week 13 in review: Black Shark 5 Pro official, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, OP 10 Pro global

Another week down, so let's recap. Week 13 was an eventful one, starting with the global launch of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G (what a name, eh) went on sale globally, while the Redmi 10 5G and Redmi Note 11S 5G were announced. Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G comes in Graphite Gray, Star Blue, Forest Green colors. The baseline 6/128GB trim starts at $369. While the Redmi Note 11S 5G comes in Midnight Black, Twilight Blue, and Star Blue colors. It starts at $249 for the 4/64GB model. The Redmi 10 5G starts at $199 for the 4/64GB trim. Xiaomi unveiled the Black Shark 5 series of gaming phones. The...

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The charging study aftermath: Overnight charging is going out of fashion

Last week we looked into how fast charging affects battery capacity and asked you about your preferred charge rate. Fast charging clearly emerged as the preferred method, while slow overnight charging has clearly fallen out of fashion. It was already on its way out a couple of years ago, but it was still the preferred method for a quarter of voters. Now that number is down from 25% to 15%. The thing about slow charging is that it’s always an option – just use one of the low-power chargers you have in your drawer. We wish Android exposed better controls for charge speed, but even without...

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Flashback: Xiaomi's promising but ill-fated Android One phones

After the Google Play Edition program failed, Google worked with makers to create a new line of “pure Android” devices – Android One. Removing bloatware was only one of the goals, One phones differed from Play Edition models in several other ways. As you can tell by the headline, we want to focus on one particular branch – the four models released by Xiaomi – and what their ultimate fate was. The One program is still around, mostly kept alive by Nokia, but Google has moved on to other ways of trying to achieve the original goals. Those goals, if you who don’t remember, were to build a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/flashback_xiaomis_promising_but_illfated_android_one_phones-news-53812.php

Weekly poll: Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 11S 5G and Redmi 10 5G vie for your attention

Xiaomi launched three new phones earlier this week. Well, it was more of a re-launch, really, since all three already existed in Xiaomi’s line-up in some form. Still, expanding availability means they are new to a lot of people. But are those people interested? Let’s find out. The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G is the same phone that launched in China and that sells under the name 11i HyperCharge 5G in India. As you can tell from the name, it supports fast charging (120W, 100% in 15 minutes for its 4,500mAh battery). It also has a 6.67” 120Hz AMOLED display, a Dimensity 920 chipset and a 108MP main...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_redmi_note_11_pro_5g_redmi_note_11s_5g_and_redmi_10_5g_vie_for_your_attention-news-53795.php

Weekly poll results: Realme GT Neo3 showered with love

Realme has nailed it – the Realme GT Neo3 was showered with love in last week’s poll, where 80% of the votes were in its favor. We rarely see a phone be favored so strongly. Its predecessor, the GT Neo2, actually got a slightly negative result at the polls. The Neo3 appears to be a success in its home market already, after selling 100,000+ units on launch day. It’s not clear which of the two versions – 4,500 mAh battery/150W charging or 5,000 mAh battery/80W charging – was more popular. The 80W one is certainly cheaper (CNY 2,000 vs. CNY 2,700). Price is something that will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_realme_gt_neo3_showered_with_love-news-53793.php