The iPhone vs. Android debate can be divisive, but it ultimately adds up to the fact that Android phones typically provide more features for a lower price. Having said that, it’s amazing to observe how an iPhone remains an aspirational product in India, with the majority of users wanting one if it weren’t for the exorbitant price tag.
Both platforms – Android and iOS – are well-established at this point, having been around for almost a decade. That means both offer extensive features, and there’s very little that one can’t do better than the other. Nonetheless, each has advantages, and there are reasons why you might prefer one over the other.
Now, in a move to get people to switch to iPhone, Apple explains why iPhones are superior than Android phones in its new campaign called ‘Hear from the Switchers’. The Cupertino-based tech giant is highlighting some reasons or features to make a case for its flagship product. Here are some of the reasons.
iPhones offer more Privacy than Android
Privacy and security have been one of the primary highlights for Apple and the company says, “Apps need your permission to track your activity across other companies” apps or websites. For iPhone users, Face ID is itself a privacy blessing. No one can unlock iPhone even when the user is sleeping or unconscious. Secondly, you could turn off access to the microphone, GPS location, camera, photos, contacts, etc. individually, for each app. Unlike Android where all the permissions are asked right at the installation stage and there’s no going back.
Regular iOS and Software updates
iPhones are also known for their software updates. Android phones are notoriously slow to receive software updates. On the other hand, there are no such concerns with the iPhone. iOS upgrades arrive on a regular basis, bringing new features and security improvements to your iPhone. Software upgrades bring a slew of new functions to your smartphone, keeping it ‘up to date’. Software upgrades also provide popular new capabilities to iPhone, such as Share Play.
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iPhone cameras are more advanced
You just cannot take a single bad photo with an iPhone camera. Period. iPhone guarantee the most natural pictures and consistently great performance. It also clicks readily perfect pictures that you can directly upload on social media without any post-editing required. According to Apple, iPhone’s features like Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Cinematic Mode kick in automatically and make the camera experience on iPhone much better.
iPhones are easier to use
The user interface of iPhone is so simple and straightforward that you can easily reach your endpoint destination. The best thing about iOS is that there isn’t much to learn about it, making it better than Android devices. iOS has a user interface that is so basic that there is essentially no learning curve. The home screen of iOS devices is easy and simple to use.
Switching to iPhone is easy
If you are planning to switching from Android to iPhone, Apple claims that the process is very simple. The transfer of data, photos, contacts, messages is very easy and Apple does give you the option to trade in your old smartphone for credit. There is ‘Move to iOS app’ which you can download on your Android phone to securely transfer data from your Android phone to your iPhone.
iPhones have fast processor
The iPhones have a series of processors that reportedly deliver better performance than the most Android phones. While boasting about superior performance, the company highlights, “Apple-designed chips deliver performance you can’t find in any other smartphone. We also design the operating system, so everything works together in the most efficient way possible, for great battery life”.
iPhones last longer than Android
Durability is another aspect that Apple is proudly bosting, claiming that it outlasts competing smartphones in terms of value retention. In new iPhone models, Apple includes the Ceramic Shield. It is said to be more resistant to spills and splashes than any other smartphone glass. According to Apple, the iPhone retains its worth longer than other smartphones due to continuous software updates.
The much-hyped Apple eco-system
Apple claims that its hardware and software are designed in tandem for a seamless experience. So, if you have an iPhone, installing AirPods is a piece of cake. According to Apple, features like AirDrop and SharePlay make the iPhone a compelling offer. Apple users can get all the gadgets to work together in a seamless way by linking them together. You do not need to install different applications to link them together.
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It is a must to use genuine Samsung accessories and keep your Galaxy smartphone’s software up-to-date.
Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives. We carry our world in our smartphones. Not only do they help us to stay connected with our loved ones, but enable us to work on the go, serves as a portable hub for entertainment, a navigator during road trips and much more. It is imperative for a smartphone to deliver smooth and seamless performance for ease of use.
Let us have a look at some of the easy and simple tips that ensure the smooth and seamless performance of your Galaxy smartphone every day:
Maintain at least 20% free storage space on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Phone’s storage can be checked on ‘Battery and device care’ in ‘Settings’.
It is advised to optimise your Galaxy smartphone regularly. To optimize your Galaxy smartphone, you need to go to ‘Settings’, tap on ‘Battery and device care’ and then tap on ‘Optimise now’.
Uninstall unused applications. To uninstall an unused application, long press on the application, tap on ‘Uninstall’, and then tap on ‘Ok’.
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It is a must to use genuine Samsung accessories and keep your Galaxy smartphone’s software up-to-date. To update your Galaxy smartphone’s software, go to ‘Settings’, tap on ‘Software update’, and then on ‘Download and install. Tap on ‘Download’ to download the software and then tap ‘Install’ to install the latest software.
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Nowadays, video sharing platforms are growing faster than ever. From redefining the conventional way of storytelling to sharing thoughts, these new-age video platforms are trending everywhere. The increased popularity of the short video content, made them the ‘new normal’ of entertainment. With this, there has been a hike in the number of short video platforms too, and one such platform is Bolo Live. It has over 1 lakh monthly live streamers on the platform spending close to 120 min daily on the platform, with 18 live streamers already making over lakh rupees monthly from the platform already. Shweta Srivastava talked to Bolo Live co-founder and CPO, Tanmai Paul about what kind of competition she sees in a similar segment and what are her plans to get more users as well as to grow the platform. Excerpts:
Since the launch of Bolo Live, what evolution have you observed in the startup and in the market?
The market has substantially become pro startups, the digitalization and penetration helped people to grow faster in terms of the adaptability rate of users.
Users have started to spend more time on mobile apps, as well as have started to trust digital apps for online payments which has made it relatively easier for platforms like us who are working to build towards creator economy and bringing fans and their favorite content creators closer.
Additionally, the government has also given a boost to the Indian startup ecosystem which has surely boosted the confidence of all the entrepreneurs building towards strengthening the economy of the country.
Last but not the least, a lot better and a larger talent pool is available today which is up for being a part of startups as compared to a few years ago. This has surely helped startups to be able to better strengthen their teams.
What kind of expectations first time users should have from the platform?
When a user comes to our platform for the first time, we want the user to explore and enjoy a wide spectrum of live streams happening across different content categories ranging from entertainment, to lifestyle to gaming to fashion etc. This allows our users to browse through any live content coming from their choice of category, and then there are tools which enable the users’ interaction with the live streamers very easily and the user does not have to wander a lot to interact with the live streamer.
Once a user has spent some time on the platform, users go deep in their engagement with live streamers through active real time interactions with them as well as other users who are in the same stream. Thus, a first-time user over a period of time engages deeply with both the content creator as well as becomes the part of the community sharing common interests when it comes to content consumption.
What kind of competition do you see in your segment? How Bolo Live is managing the competition from similar apps in the market?
Our primary competition was from the Chinese applications which were operating into Live streaming space. However, with the ban on them, we are currently the leading dedicated social live streaming app. While the space looks cluttered with Indian short video apps, who are now on the path to get into shopping commerce focused Live streaming.
We are at a unique amalgamation of UGC live streaming, gamification and micro transactions and this is where Indian short video apps do not fall into. However, there is a small use case of social gaming where we have certain apps like Eloelo building around Live streaming. And since we all at the end of the day are vouching to get more share of time spent by users consuming UGC live streaming, we may say that Eloelo is one of the potential competitors.
But in terms of earnings of our content creators which are already over 1 million USD over the last 9 months, we are confident of continuing to strengthen our position with improved product and user experience in time to come.
What are you doing in terms of getting more users or customers to generate content on your platform?
Our platform stands unique when it comes to earning opportunities, in comparison to other content apps where most of their content creators are salaried to be onboarded. On the other hand, our monetization is enabled via peer-to-peer micro transactions; they can also earn without being dependent on the platform via brand partnerships and as their fan base grows. Creators on our platform can directly monetize from the fans through multiple avenues on the platform which makes us different giving it a greater potential to earn and more and more creators join our platform organically by spreading a strong word of mouth.
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What is your learning experience in building the platform?
User engagement is the most important for any growing platform, especially when we talk about social content apps. It is not only important to increase the top of the funnel in terms of user acquisition but it is important to have a strong bottom of the funnel. Engagement and retention play a key role in your success and how the word of mouth could subsequently drive your success in the market. Based on our learnings, we can say with all certainty that install is just a vanity metric which does not matter in today’s business.
The app allows content creators to earn money for their content. Many of our readers are still wondering how to earn money from the platform. Please explain.
Users purchase in-app currency of diamonds through actual micro transactions on the platform. These diamonds are used to give gifts to live streamers during their broadcasts. These gifts get stored in the streamer’s wallet in form of beans (1:1 diamond to bean ratio) and these beans can be redeemed as actual cash to bank account through UPI or Paytm wallet by the live streamers. Platform takes a small fee at the time of redemption by the live streamer.
In addition, there are multiple gamified hooks for non-streamer audiences too for using the diamonds within the app to participate in multiple engagement activities, or to win beans by participating in in-app contests from time to time.
Let’s just talk of your investments for a moment. Bolo Live has raised over 2 million USD in investment to date. How do you plan to use this investment?
Funds will be used primarily on strengthening the team, product and scaling up. We are currently focused at onboarding the talent which can contribute and build scalable architecture for the backend when it comes to technology and can help us enhance the user experience and execute efficient user acquisition when it comes to marketing.
The team’s energy will be focused on managing data consumption and performance of the application in low internet bandwidth areas of the country.
What according to you is Bolo Live’s accomplishments in a year?
Live Streaming is the real creator economy, with fans opening up with whole heart, trust and confidence for their favorite live streamers.
We are taking baby steps in this direction at Bolo Live and are seeing encouraging numbers for our streamers already, with a total of 18 streamers having earned more than INR 1 lakh from the platform this year. Moreover, we saw a huge number of female live streamers moving towards an aspirational lifestyle solely based on earning on Bolo Live. They used the money earned through the platform for paying loan EMIs required at home, school fees of their children, buying iPAD pro etc. In addition to this, we were also lucky to have multiple investors back us this year where we closed two different investment rounds from new investors this year.
Bolo Live also onboarded many international audiences to stream Live on the platform and we already have 7% of our paying users from outside India, taking the Indian talent globally.
In an earlier interaction with My Mobile, Bolo Live CEO Varun Saxena discussed about his plans to take the app outside India. Do you think you can get into the global space? What are the challenges?
With the kind of product which we have in place and the improvements which are lined up for the next couple of months, we are already getting a good response from international users. The only next step which is left is onboarding international creators which we will start in the next few weeks and then the challenge will primarily lie around scaling up for which we are already exploring the right set of partnerships especially in South Asian countries which are going to form our first market in India.
What new features are you planning to bring this year?
We are continuously experimenting and introducing technology solutions primarily for enhancing user experience of the app performance in the low internet bandwidth areas. In addition to that, we are in process of building a solution for users which could enable seamless social gaming within the app without any use of external tools. For instance, a live streamer does not have to bring their quiz questions written on paper during a live stream but the app provides them the ability to select and read out questions on the screen from the question bank present on the platform.
AI based personalization and recommendations plus AI based filters and effects are something we are also planning to bring in followed by the use of ML in content moderation. These are some of features we are focusing on for 2022 in addition to gamified product hooks.
What are your expansion plans for Bolo Live?
We are looking to grow our user base 5X over the next 6 months where we are primarily going to target the Gen Z and millennials. We already have close to 7% of our paying users coming from outside India. Countries like UAE, Oman, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Italy, Germany and Switzerland are showing strong traction. We will soon be going to South Asia for live streamers and them to earn through the Made in India app, Bolo Live.
We aim to create the world’s largest active engagement and behavioral science driven entertainment platform from India, with love from across the globe.
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Each child perceives the world anew. They are eager to learn and explore the environment around them. But, is the environment safe for them to explore freely? A lot of kids consume edutainment content across different apps such as YouTube, which have a volley of different content – not all suited to kids.
As a parent myself, I set out to look for an app that my child could use independently without my assistance. Not just this, I needed a platform that gave equal weightage to having fun and learning. This is when I came across OckyPocky by WhizKidz Media.
The app comes with a vision to help parents of small-town kids who face challenges with English speaking. The app bridges the gap for ‘Bharat’ thereby building a better foundation for its future generations at a stage where it really matters, which assists children with their English learning needs using AI/NLP behind the screens.
This app was created by ex-YouTube head, entrepreneur and dad (times two) Amit Agarwal, and allows kids to have fun, learn and grow all at once. This interactive learning app is exactly what several parents are looking for. A hassle-free destination that can be used by kids all alone in a safe environment without parental assistance.
The best part? OckyPocky promises to teach your kids English in a fun and interactive way through gamification. Fun videos, stories, and activities await your child on the app. Through all the enjoyable moments they’ll spend on this platform, they will also learn over 2,000 words of English, creating a solid foundation for their future.
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Getting started
Once you have installed the application, you’ll be welcomed by a fun jingle and will get the option to choose from English, Hindi or Marathi. Once you’ve selected your preferred language, you’re introduced to OckyPocky – your kid’s new best friend. Enter your child’s name and age, and that’s it, let the uniquely enjoyable learning experience begin!
The top left corner of the screen will take you to the Parent Corner, where you can edit your child’s info, choose language, check notifications, and see your rank. Here, you’ll also find the customer service tab. The top right corner allows you to stop or start the background music.
Now you can either visit the First Words section or the Videos section. Within First Words, you’ll find activities such as Matching, Read, Listen & Learn, and Speak. The Videos tab will take you to a host of options, including Alphabets, Animals, Body Parts, Colours, Shapes, Activities, and several others.
Top USPs and Features
Safe Learning Experience: This app is KidSAFE Seal Certified and is designed for kids from Grade 1 to Grade 8. Parental control helps to set a timer lock which will make sure the kids are using limited screen time.
Technologically superior learning process: OckyPocky is a great app that leverages AI, NLP, and other innovative technologies to enable an interactive learning experience for children. OckyPocky will literally listen to your child pronouncing words and then provide real-time feedback on their efforts. There can be nothing better for a parent. Further, a Magical Proprietary Algorithm detects your child’s interest and shows the related videos.
High level of customization: You can add multiple children to the dashboard and change age, gender, and language settings for each of them. OckyPocky provides age-appropriate videos, stories, and activities created by a team of experts who are also mothers. So, you’ll always find relevant content. Plus, there is also a Galactic Mind Map which shows what characters, cartoons or rhymes your child has been watching and monitors his evolution. You can download your kid’s favourite videos, which they could watch offline.
Learning in the mother tongue: Kids learning English in their mother tongue is a unique concept that has huge potential. This will allow kids to learn English comfortably and retain the concepts much faster and better. Children can learn in English, Hindi, or Marathi.
User-friendly and interactive UI/UX: From the colours to the sounds, everything about OckyPocky is inviting and interesting for the kids. It will never get boring or dull, and children can enjoy hours of independent learning. There is a co-watch zone where parents can watch interactive and activity videos with their kids.
Conclusion
In conclusion, OckyPocky checks all the boxes that a parent could think of. It is a highly useful app that is created with an in-depth understanding of DIY and gamification and can transform your child’s early learning experience. For me, OckyPocky is now the first choice for English learning and edutainment content consumption.
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OnePlus 10R is reportedly set to launch in China and India in Q2 2022. According to a report, OnePlus 10R will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC paired with at least 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. It will sport an AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. The upcoming smartphone is tipped to launch in the second quarter of 2022. The device will reportedly be limited to Asian markets like other OnePlus R-series smartphones such as OnePlus 9R and OnePlus 9RT.
Apple’s ‘Spring’ event 2022 outlined with new products up for release
According to reports, Apple is planning on releasing up to four products at its spring 2022 hardware event. A next-gen Mac mini and an iPad Air 5 could join the already rumored iPhone SE 5G, along with an iMac Pro and even an SoC more powerful than the current M1 Max. Although, the tech giant has not yet announced when it plans to hold its first big event of 2022. However, as per the rumors, we could see one sometime in March or April 2022 and is likely to be a virtual event.
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Micromax In Note 2 India launch set for January 25
Micromax has announced it will launch the IN Note 2 smartphone on January 25, 2022. The Indian smartphone manufacturer recently shared a teaser video on Twitter that showcases the design of the smartphone. It will be equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery along with 30W fast charging support. The device will have a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack, along with a Type-C port and speaker grille at the back. The Micromax In Note 2 will most likely be only available for sale on Flipkart and certain offline resellers.
Vivo Y21A announced in India
Vivo Y21A has been announced in India. The newly launched smartphone sports a similar design to the recently launched Vivo Y21e, but comes equipped with a MediaTek Helio P22 SoC processor under the hood. The Vivo Y21A sports a dual rear camera setup including a 13-megapixel primary camera, and runs on a 5,000mAh battery. A Vivo Y21A listing is live on the company’s India website, revealing the specifications of the handset. The newly launched phone will be available in Midnight Blue and Diamond Glow color options.
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Guess what? The dates have been set for the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S22, rumoured a lot already. The South Korean tech giant gears up to launch their 2022 flagship smartphones with expected models such as Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra at the upcoming Unpacked event.
Samsung has recently teased a video accompanied by a penned blog post by the President and Head of MX Business for Samsung Electronics, TM Roh. In his post, he clearly states that “The next generation of Galaxy S is here, bringing together the greatest experiences of our Samsung Galaxy into one ultimate device.” He also called this year’s smartphones the most “noteworthy” Galaxy S series the company has created so far.
Roh also revealed some capabilities of the upcoming beauty, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, including more kaleidoscopic night photography and quick performance. The phone is going to give you “own the night” experience as well as “dominate the day with power, speed and tools that can’t be found elsewhere.” He also added that the latest Galaxy S22 series would be more sustainable.
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While Samsung did not reveal an official date for the upcoming launch, the tipster Ice Universe states that the Unpacked event will take place on February 8, with a launch date of February 9 for China. This also aligns with a report revealing the same dates for the Unpacked event.
For the upcoming launch of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series, the tipster Dohyun Kim shared a list of chipsets that could be featured on smartphones. One of them is the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC in East Asia, South East Asia, Oceania, and North and South America. Furthermore, the smartphones are tipped to launch with the new Exynos 2200 SoC in Europe, while West Asia, Africa and Middle East Asia may have the option to pick between either chipset, according to the tipster.
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Realme 9 Pro+ will be launching in India soon. The Chinese company has confirmed that there is indeed a Pro+ version this time and will arrive as the high-end model in its number series. The India launch of this upcoming smartphone is expected to take place sometime in February 2022. Although the popular brand is yet to provide official details about its launch late.
Alongside the official confirmation, the specifications of Realme 9 Pro+ as well as the renders suggesting the look of the new phone have been surfaced online in the meanwhile.
Realme 9 Pro+ First Look
Thanks to a leak that surfaced on the web, we have the first look at the Realme 9 Pro+. Going by the leaked designs, the smartphone looks like the Realme 9 Pro in design terms, with minor differences. It has the same two-big-sensor-one-small design on the back and a gradient finish on it. The phone’s front has a punch-hole display and a chin at the bottom.
On the right edge, there is a power button, whereas the volume keys are located on the left. On the top left corner of the screen, the front camera is placed inside the hole-punch cutout. The screen of the handset is flat and has narrow bezels around it.
Besides, the handset will come in three colours – Midnight Black, Aurora Green and Sunrise Blue.
Realme 9 Pro+ Specifications (expected)
Realme 9 Pro+ Display
The Realme 9 Pro+ is said to have a 6.43-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is not, however, clear if it will support adaptive switching.
Realme 9 Pro+ Processor
Under the hood, the device would include the MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM along with up to 256GB of onboard storage. The upcoming smartphone could run Android 12-based ColorOS 12 out of the box.
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Realme 9 Pro+ Camera
The Realme 9 Pro+ is expected to have a triple rear camera setup. The device will include a 50-megapixel Sony primary sensor, which according to OnLeaks is customised for the Realme 9 Pro+. It will also include an 8-megapixel and 2-megapixel secondary sensors. There would also be a 16-megapixel camera sensor at the front for selfies and video calls.
Realme 9 Pro+ Battery
According to the reported details, the phone is said to have a 4,500mAh battery with support for fast charging. We can also expect the Realme 9 Pro+ model to support either that or 50W fast charging.
Realme 9 Pro+ Price (expected)
The Realme 9 Pro+ price in India is expected to be Rs 21,999. Although, there is no official information related to its price range provided by the company.
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Smartphone brand Oppo recently confirmed that it will unveil its latest flagship smartphone – Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G – in India soon. It was already launched in China in November last year. Oppo has also started teasing the Oppo Reno 7 series launch on its official website.
While Oppo revealed the phone to be available on Flipkart, the popular handset maker gave away a few details on the camera front of the upcoming Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G as well.
Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G Camera
The Portrait expert Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G will feature the ‘Sony IMX709 Ultra-Sensing Sensor’ and the flagship ‘Sony IMX766 Sensor’. The handset maker claims that it will be the company’s first device to sport a 32-megapixel Sony IMX709 sensor on the front.
According to Oppo, the IMX709 which is exclusive to Oppo, is a customized RGBW (red, blue, green, white) front image sensor that can capture crisper and more evenly-exposed photos and videos. When compared to traditional RGB sensors, it is 60% more sensitive to light and reduces noise by 30%. The front camera of the Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G automatically switches from 85-degree to a 90-degree angle when it detects more than two people in the frame.
Further, the flagship Sony IMX766 Sensor that we have seen on the OnePlus 9 Pro is included in the Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G. The phone will house a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 sensor, which is the main camera on the back.
The rear camera of Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G will feature the industry’s first exclusive ‘Bokeh Flare Portrait’. According to the company, this feature will accurately identify the human subject in any complex background and makes them stand out from a blurred background complete with soft-light lens flares.
Both, the Sony IMX709 and IMX766 sensors support DOL-HDR technology which increases the dynamic range to shoot well-exposed images and detailed low-light videos. The optics capture multiple short-exposure and long-exposure frames almost simultaneously and fuse them into a single vibrant snapshot.
Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G Specifications
The Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G features a 6.55-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and has a 20:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset along with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage. The device further packs a 4,500mAh battery and supports 65W fast charging technology. For security purpose, the Reno 7 Pro offers an in-display fingerprint reader.
Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G Price
A report had tipped that the Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G could be priced between Rs 41,000 and Rs 43,000 in India. As mentioned earlier, the new Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G will be sold online via Flipkart.
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The OPPO Research Institute has released its new white paper on Zero-Power Communication. The paper examines the technical positioning of Zero-Power Communication technology in the context of current unmet demand in the IoT space while outlining a future roadmap for the technology to develop in coexistence with other communications systems of the future.
With an aim tomake Zero-Power Communications devices a core part of next-generation communications technologies for greater convenience, inclusivity, and sustainability, OPPO is working with partners across the industry. Such devices can effectively reduce the maintenance costs, waste, and pollution associated with current electronic devices.
Beneficial for commercial applications
Zero-Power Communication technology avoids the need for batteries by harvesting ambient radiofrequency energy in the environment to generate power, resulting in highly compact, efficient, and low-cost devices. Such properties have benefits in commercial applications such as warehousing, logistics, and agriculture and in wearable devices, smart homes, and other cutting-edge consumer applications.
“From the first to the fourth generations of mobile telecommunications technology, the telecommunications industry has gone through four technological leaps — from analog to digital, to data, and finally to broadband. Each of these leaps has been designed to deliver faster data transmission rates; however, over the next decade, looking at 5G technology and even further afield, we no longer believe that data transmission will be as big a driver in telecommunications technology. Instead, we believe that technology should evolve to deliver greater convenience and sustainable value for society as a whole.
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Zero-Power Communications technology offers a means for electronics manufacturers to remove batteries from their products, reducing their costs and environmental impact in the process. As such, Zero-Power Communications is one of our core focus areas as we move into the B5G/6G generation,” said Henry Tang, OPPO’s Chief 5G Scientist.
While passive communication technology already exists today in radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, the current technology suffers from problems such as short communication distances, low efficiency, and small system capacity. This presents significant challenges when applying RFID technology to specific or complex applications such as industrial sensor networks, low-cost and high-capacity logistics and warehousing, low-cost and low-power smart homes, and miniature wearable technology.
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Power sources
Unlike the traditional method, Zero-Power devices can harvest ambient radio signals broadcast from sources such as TV towers, FM radio towers, cellular base stations, and WiFi access points (APs) as their source of power. After harvesting the energy from existing radio waves, the device can modulate ambient radio signals with its own information and transmit these signals outwards in a process known as backscattering communication. When designing Zero-Power Communication networks, it is necessary to consider the coexistence of Zero-Power communication systems and existing 4G/5G systems apart from unlicensed and licensed bands.
Zero-Power Communication systems can be constructed in a framework that uses cellular communications, sidelink communications, or both in hybrid. Cellular based Zero-Power Communications systems are best able to support industrial sensor network applications, for example, applications where the devices may need to be deployed in extreme environments, where the number of devices in a network is large, or where the deployment and maintenance costs of using traditional active devices is high.
The sidelink based approach, on the other hand, is more suited to low-cost, short-range communications, such as wearables or smart home devices, where the devices can also be used to process the data they receive. A hybrid approach using both cellular and sidelink communication methods will further allow developers to unlock more applications using Zero-Power Communications systems.
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The most awaited and talked about 5G Smartphone from Infinix is said to be equipped with the latest ‘MemFusion’ feature which will enable the users to extend the RAM of their smartphone by using some part of ROM for better and smooth performance.
The importance of RAM
RAM (random access memory) is a major attribute of the customer-purchasing journey and the everyday user aspires for a mobile phone with plenty of RAM. A mobile phone has two memories, RAM and ROM, which correspond to a computer’s memory and hard disk, respectively. The memory is responsible for running programs and exchanging data, while the hard disk means the storage space where you can store photos, videos and other files. All programs in the phone run on RAM; therefore, read and write speed and capacity of RAM are crucial for the performance of the phone.
Countless smartphone users have encountered a scenario where the game is forced back and has to be reloaded only because users switch to social apps to replay messages while playing the game. This is the so-called ‘kill APP’ caused by insufficient memory. With a larger running memory, users can run more apps simultaneously and quickly switch between apps without lag. This is a big deal for heavy users, especially gamers, as more RAM makes the game run smoother, making the experience more fun. The RAM, however, increases the price significantly, leading to a dilemma for customers wanting a phone with more ram but not having the budget to purchase it.
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Infinix extends RAM out of the devices’ ROM for a smooth experience
The upcoming Zero Series devices will be equipped the ‘MemFusion’ feature, which would be accessed by Setting -> Special Function -> MemFusion. This feature will enable the consumers to set the storage space out of ROM to convert into RAM.
They can choose from the available option – 2GB / 3GB / 5GB RAM. Once the RAM size is selected, the device will restart and show the allocated Virtual RAM as chosen. The feature is a game-changer when you’re using more apps at a specific time and need a temporary boost in performance without compromising your daily battery life too much. Extended RAM technology means that a part of the ROM will be used to work as RAM when the RAM is not sufficient to ensure smooth performance.
With the latest MemFusion technology, the number of apps that the Infinix Zero Series will run will increase from 9 to 20 simultaneously. With the same 20 apps running, the average start-up speed of applications can be increased by 60% approx. The devices can load games faster and ensure that users get into games quickly even if they switch among multiple apps.
Physical memory in Android phones has climbed from 1GB to 8GB in the past decade, and there are several flagship phones with 10GB or more. In contrast, Infinix adopts its extended RAM technology and MemFusion feature based on increased physical memory, bringing users a more stable and smooth multi-application running experience through technology upgrades for the same attainable price.
Next-generation technology isn’t beyond reach. Infinix is working hard to ensure several future devices have innovative technology that solves the daily issues consumers face at a convenient and attainable price point.
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