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Android 13 TV Officially Launched by Google

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Android TV 13
Android TV 13

Introduction

Google has been on a roll since the past few years that just launched its new Pixel 7 Series in October 2022. The latest news is that it has now come out with Android 13 TV that has left many users excited.

Highlights

  • Google has officially rolled out the latest version of Android TV OS.
  • Google’s latest version of Android TV OS is called Android 13 TV.
  • Android 13 TV features power management improvements for low powered standby.

Android 13 TV Rolled Out

Whenever a tech giant like Google comes out with a device, users expect it to be nothing less than superlative, even though Google’s Pixel 7 series was met with mixed to positive reviews upon release in October 2022.

Google Smart TVs are not discussed as much as their smartphones are, which is surprising considering they are some of the best that you can find. The latest buzz is that Google is rolling out Android 13 for its TV, after months of previewing the operating system.

Android TV

In the meanwhile, Android 13 has also brought in some new features to make TV interaction more adaptable, where this update brings support for various keyboard layouts to Smart TVs.

As far as the availability of the update is concerned, Google has not specified any particular date, although inside sources speculate that it will be available by 2023, while currently it is being studied by developers because they want to make sure that it is 100% perfect for Smart TVs.

Regular users are naturally dissatisfied that they cannot avail the update for now, although Google has assured everyone that the latest release is available for both the Android TV emulator and ADT-3, where the developers are going to choose whether to test it on the Google TV interface or the standard TV interface.

Certain features that users can avail through Android 13 TV is the ability to change default resolution and refresh rate on a handful of supported HDMI source devices to get a good playback experience.

Also Read: Top 10 Budget Smart TVs Available In India

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iQOO 11 Launch Postponed to December 8

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IQOO 11
IQOO 11

Introduction

It looks like iQOO 11 enthusiasts have to wait for a couple more days as its official launch has been delayed to December 8, which will surely test the patience level of some users as they were expecting to buy it immediately.

Highlights

  • iQOO 11 was expected to come out soon but has now been delayed to December 8, which means the festivities in China will take place only a few days later
  • It seems that the delay has been due to the demise of Jian Zemin, former general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party
  • iQOO 11 series will be the new flagship models of the company that have been long awaited.

iQOO 11 Now Out on December 8

iQOO is a tech company that was launched in China three years back in January 2019 with much high expectations because the makers expect that its devices will get the same success and appreciation from users as Vivo and Xiaomi very soon.

Its devices have been extremely well received like the iQOO smartphones, which has given rise to a large number of enthusiasts that can’t stop raving about the new series.

iQOO 11 was expected to be launched in China and all iQOO users throughout the globe were planning to celebrate its launch when it came out, only to have their hopes dashed when it was revealed that its launch was now delayed to December 8, 2022.

iQOO 11

iQOO 11 will be the new flagship model for the company that was going to be launched along with the iQOO Neo 7 SE, which is a premium mid-range model but the company has now postponed both launches, which is due to the recent demise of the much respected Jian Zemin, a former general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party.

Apart from China, the makers have planned its simultaneous launch in Malaysia and Indonesia as well on the same date, although both devices have been subjected to multiple online leaks in the past.

Also Read: iQoo 11, iQoo 11 Pro Battery, Fast Charging Details Tipped Again: Report

iQOO 11 Features & Specifications

iQOO 11 will come with an AMOLED display screen with QHD+ resolution, along with a 120Hz refresh rate and will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, run on Android 13 OS, which will also be the first smartphone to reach global shores with it.

The storage variant is expected to be 16GB RAM/256GB internal configuration, while the standard will be LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0, while the battery capacity will be 5,000mAh units that will come with a 120W fast charging support.

Also Read: iQOO 11 Pro Design & Specifications Out

Xiaomi Smartphones’ Battery Customization Via MIUI

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Xiaomi smartphones
MIUI

Introduction

Xiaomi smartphones have always been popular among users across the world but the company too come out with new features to live up to certain expectations, which is why there is a new MIUI software feature through which battery customization can be managed.

Also Read: Xiaomi 13 Pro Images Leaked Online; Specifications Revealed

Highlights

  • Xiaomi announced a new update on its upcoming Redmi and Xiaomi smartphones, which will be an MIUI software feature
  • The iconic appearance of the battery can be easily changed by users in a jiffy, along with the power level display
  • There is also the battery icon percentage issue that has been in the news as it has been integrated into iPhone 14 series.

Xiaomi smartphones Battery Icon Customization Made Easy

Xiaomi devices have been quite well received in 2022, along with many others’ like Apple, Samsung, Google, and smaller brands like Infinix, OPPO, etc., which is quite an excellent feat.

Xiaomi too is bringing out new features for its devices like the MIUI software feature, while announcing on many online portals that all Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones will be availed with this feature where the icons that display the power level in the status bar can be personalized.

Xiaomi smartphones

The new battery icon emoji will soon be available on all devices where users can change the battery icon appearance at will, which includes its size and shape by choosing a proper MIUI theme.

Even the battery icon can be changed on Xiaomi handsets, which had recently been integrated into the new iPhone 14 Pro lineup, while the Chinese tech giant may very well bring the dynamic island to Android smartphones as well.

Xiaomi has been working in this direction for a long time since they has independent developers working for them, which is why they have certain liberties they can capitalize upon like the MIUI theme through which videos and images can use the dynamic island feature.

There are a lot of things being worked upon by Xiaomi but the MIUI software is quite new on their cards, which is why they want to tread carefully with this feature and work out things smoothly.

Also Read: Xiaomi 13 and iQOO 11 Launch Postponed; Both Companies Confirm

WhatsApp Comes Up with Updated Features; New Emojis Added

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WhatsApp
WhatsApp

Introduction

WhatsApp constantly comes up with upgraded features to cater to the taste of its users and now it has added 21 new emojis on its site, which might become available to all Android and iOS devices very soon.

Also Read: WhatsApp Data Breach Threats 500 Million Users Worldwide

Highlights

  • WhatsApp’s 21 new emojis are something that many users will definitely cherish when it is presented to them
  • WhatsApp 2.22.25.12 version will be the first one that will be updated with this feature
  • WABetaInfo, a popular web portal for WhatsApp applications has confirmed the news that the added emojis will help users to convey their feelings in a better way.

WhatsApp’s 21 New Emojis an Added Bonus

Messaging platforms are dime a dozen these days where you can not only send/receive messages but perform a variety of tasks in it like audio/video calls, which was not available during the days of SMS where you could only type the message but not convey the context.

The addition of emojis on messaging applications like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal has changed things in a much better way for users as they can not only post messages but can also add the emojis to express what they’re currently feeling at the moment.

WhatsApp is coming up with 21 new emojis as the Google Play Beta program has launched WhatsApp Version 2.22.25.12 as it also began testing connections among multiple devices like Windows, Android, and iOS.

It was the renowned website, WABetaInfo, which gave the news of WhatsApp working on more than 21 new emojis that will soon be available in a future update, while the ones that already exist will undergo a change in appearance for the sake of variety.

There are 8 existing emojis that WhatsApp plans to update that are already present in the beta application while the new ones too will be added in due course, which will be exciting news for the users.

Users that already have the most recent beta from Google Play can avail the new emojis, while the 21 others are not available at the moment and WhatsApp too has not divulged anything as to when the new version will arrive, which it might reveal very soon.

Also Read: WhatsApp Starts Rolling Out New Feature; Photos to Retain Caption

iPhone 14 Vanilla Model- Users’ Preference

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iPHONE 14
iPHONE 14

Introduction

Apple‘s iPhone 14 series were launched in September 2022 and received quite good reviews even though many users felt that the design was similar to its predecessors but there are certain things in the vanilla model that they liked.

Highlights

  • Among the many things that people have loved in the iPhone 14 series is its battery capacity as its endurance level is much bigger than the previous models
  • The colour options have been much appreciated but the purple version has become the signature colour for the year 2022
  • The safety features too have received praise from all quarters like Crash detection and Emergency SOS messages.

iPhone 14 Features that Users Rave About

This year, 2022, has been one of the best years for electronic devices and gadgets as most of the tech giants, big and small, have rolled out excellent models this year, be it smartphones, laptops, tablets, along with many others.

One of the most awaited smartphone models this year was Apple’s iPhone 14 series that was launched on September 7, 2022, at the California-held ‘Far Out’ event, where everyone also witnessed the official launch of Apple Watch, as well.

While the iPhone 14 series received good reviews overall, many users criticized it for having a design similar to iPhone 13 series and some other previous models, which also included Steve Jobs’ daughter.

iPhone 14

However, it doesn’t diminish the overall perspective of the smartphone models as a whole as many users have still found more to like than to dislike about them and we are going to look at some of the important features that they’ve liked.

Also Read: iPhone 14 Pro Delivery Delayed; Users Can’t Get it Before Christmas

iPhone 14 Features That Users Liked on iPhone 14 vanilla model

  • New Purple Colour

    One of the biggest plus points of the iPhone 14 series are the colour options as both iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are available in Product Red, Midnight Black, Starlight (White-ish silver), Blue and, the standout, Purple that is the signature one for 2022. Even though iPhone 12 had the same purple version, the one this time seems less saturated

  • Front Selfie Camera

    All the selfie cameras in iPhone 14 series have a wider aperture of f/1.9 that also support auto-focus because the wider the aperture, the more light it gets, and can blur objects out of focus at a more accurate level

  • Safety Features

    iPhone 14 series has been powered by iOS 16, which is why you get new safety features like Emergency SOS messages and Crash detection, which is for detecting car crashes that are at a severe level, while the SOS service is one where if you can’t call 911 in a serious situation, the smartphone can automatically call emergency services

  • Battery Capacity

    The iPhone 14 series, baring Pro Max, has a much larger battery than iPhone 13 series, which had a battery capacity of 3227mAh units, while iPhone 14 series has a capacity of 3279mAh units.

Also Read: iPhone 14 Series Sales Skyrocketing; Surpasses Samsung

FIFA World Cup 2022 Trivia: Expect the Unexpected “Interesting History & Unknown Facts“

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FIFA World Cup 2022 Trivia

There can be a memoir written on all the information that is trivialized in nature but serves excessive delight in knowing this information related to the Football world cup. With the 22nd edition of the World Cup going in full swing, it will be a consummate time to do a ‘lesser Known facts’ session. Ergo, behold the list of all the rises, soars, and milestones of the players and beyond that.

The first three tournaments did not have England

Yes, England is today one of the best competitors with a competent set of players and was once not even interested in the sport altogether. In 1930, the first tournament in Uruguay the team didn’t travel for the match as they found themselves too good to put up the fight with. Moreover, England took part in the match for the first time in 1950.

History in the making

Thomas Muller is just 6 goals away to tally with the record by Miroslav Klose, a fellow German player of 16 goals. This world cup 2022 will be a memorable one for Muller.

One last tango

Rumor has it, The 2022 world cup might be the last world cup for numerous high-profile players besides the most talked about Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Qatar’s world cup is the last for Luka Modric, Neymar, Robert Lewandowski, Luis Suarez, Thomas Muller, Thiago Silva, and many more.

Bizzare Mustache superstition

There are some pre-match rituals or just a last-minute random change by the players that they suggest is the turning point for winning the match. This can be a weird one but in the 1978 world cup, initially, underperforming Argentina’s star striker Mario Kempes was asked by his boss Cesar Mennoti to shave off his stylish mustache before the second round. After not gaining a goal for 3 continuous matches, kempes scored 6 goals in the last 4 matches, among this was the 1 goal that even won the team the coveted trophy that year.

FIFA World Cup 2022 Trivia

Women’s Football World Cup

The first Women’s Football world cup tournament was held in 1991. The USA won the first tournament and has won 4 tournaments in total to date. The 1991 matches were tricky as they only lasted for 80 minutes.

India used to be the part of Football World cup

Back in the day, India used to take part in the Football World Cup, But in the year 1950 World Cup, the Indian players were not sufficiently facilitated. The players proposed the idea to play barefoot which ultimately led to the disqualification of the team from the FIFA tournament.

Countries’ trivia

Where, Brazil has been crowned as the winner 5 times and qualified for all the tournaments so far. On the other hand, there is Indonesia which has played only one match in the world. Moreover, at the end of the table, we have Mexico which has lost 27 matches and won 16 matches to date. Additionally, Iceland is the smallest country that has been part of the world cup.

Conclusion

The lesser-known facts are many but with half of the total population watching the match earnestly, leaves the lesser facts of this kind. Most of the world is well aware of the world cup and is excited about the same. Enjoy this season with a little list of trivial things.

The Reign Of Festive Season 2022 and The 5G-Enabled Smartphones

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A well-analyzed report from GFK states that there has been a rise in the premium segments of smartphones. Moreover, there is a massive craze for 5G-enabled smartphones among the masses. The report further also stated that this growth was majorly seen during the festive season. During the consumers’ inflating disposable income and augmenting premiumization of the devices the growth can be manifold in the coming future, one can vouch for it as the world is seeing the propelling use of smartphones and users can barely keep their eyes off of it.

The exacts of the reports will surprise us to the spin, in a good way! As we can discover from the report that how much there has been a demand for smartphones and the population has mindfully used the festive season and the deals associated with it to their advantage and purchased a good deal during that period. Moreover, there has been the case that people are going for premium handsets that are eligible for 5G connectivity, maybe it is the frenzy of fascination talking. While stating the stats from the recent report Head of Market Intelligence, India at GfK, Anant Jain stated that “The premium smartphone segment during the festival period (the Rs 40,000-plus segment) grew by 60 percent. Overall smartphone revenues grew by 38 percent, with the 6-6.5″ screen size contributing 54 percent by value and growing by 41 percent during Navratri and Dussehra versus Shradh season this year,”

The festive season noted growth in smartphone demand

According to the report, if comparing the two weeks of shraddh and the nest as many weeks of Navratri and Dussehra there was a increasing demand for premium smartphones during the later season. Moreover, other segments of smartphones also grew faster amidst the Dhanteras and Diwali festive purchases.

Festive Season 2022

The report calculated the comparison between the demand for smartphones with 5G compatibility during the Shradh period along with the Navratri and Dussehra. “Smartphone sales were up 40 percent during Navratri and Dussehra, over the Shradh period. The premium segment and 5G-enabled devices drove most of this growth.”

Digging deep into the statistics to infer the growing demand for 5G enabled devices. The figures in the report show a 51% total increase in the device. This includes a 48 percent increase in the 5G device during Navratri and Dussehra. This must be noted that the demand for these devices last year (2021) around the festival period was 24%. Moving forward to analyzing the sales percentage of 5G enabled devices amidst the Dhanteras and Diwali weeks, users have again created a hype of 41 percent in comparison to the Navratri and Dussehra period.

Other segments that interested the buyers

Masses were also found searching for smartphone segments that come below Rs. 15000. This year this segment of smartphones found a propelling demand by 50 percent that added 24 percent to the overall smartphone universe.

Additionally, the demand for 4G enabled devices were still booming and saw sales percentage up by 48% during Dhanteras and Diwali. When comparing the 4G device sales with the 32 percent hike in the sales of 5G enabled devices, it mentions the intentions of manufacturers of clearing up the space of 4G devices via some clever schemes.

Conclusion

Have a look at the report by GFK that states that the Premium segment and 5G-enabled smartphones drove the majority of growth this festive season.

Which One Do You Prefer: Messi or Ronaldo? Let’s See The Stats.

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Messi or Ronaldo

Introduction

Football is one of the most popular sports in the world. There is a lot of love and passion for the game. Every team has their own fan base and supporters and every player has their own fans and supporters. Some people are very passionate in their support of a particular player and that player can become their hero.The FIFA World Cup 2022 is making sure you are prepared for the best competition of the year, let’s take a look at the amazing stats of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are two of the most famous players in the world, and fans are always fighting over which one is better as a player.

FIFA World Cup 2022

Talking about football and not mentioning Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, it cannot happen. Without these two players, the future of football in the current era is quite impossible, but unfortunately this is going to be their last FIFA appearance. Both the players are ruling the football world for more than a decade, and in the last phase of their illustrious, memorable and golden careers.

Eveyone is praying to see them against each other in the finals and end this World Cup as one of the two winners. The reason for this is also that Portugal’s Ronaldo and Argentina’s  Messi has never been able to make their teams world champions in a long time.

If any of them are able to grab the FIFA World Cup then it would be a great celebration for both of them. But the finals still have some times and before that we can have a look at the achievements of both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

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Cristiano Ronaldo

37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo has been playing for Portugal since 2003. In the last 19 years, Ronaldo has played 191 matches for Portugal in which he has scored 117 goals. Under Ronaldo’s  captaincy Portugal becomes the champion of the Euro Cup in 2016. Talking about professional football, since 2003, Ronaldo has scored 495 goals in 626 matches played for Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and then Manchester United. Ronaldo has been awarded the FIFA Ballon D’Or award 5 times.

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi, 35, has been playing for Argentina since 2005. In the last 17 years, Messi has played 165 matches for his country in which he has scored 91 goals. Messi, who won the Copa America Cup to Argentina in 2021 by leading the team, has had a professional career just like Ronaldo. Messi, who scored 474 goals in 520 matches for Barcelona from 2004 to 2021, joined the Paris Saint-Germain club in 2021 and scored 13 goals in 39 matches for the club.Means Messi has scored 487 goals in his professional career. Lionel Messi has been awarded the FIFA Ballon d’Or award 7 times.

Messi or Ronaldo

Which one is better?

Which player is better: Messi or Ronaldo? Let’s compare the stats of these two soccer legends. They are both amazing players and are considered the best in the world. Messi is the captain of the Argentinean national team, while Ronaldo is the captain of the Portuguese national team.

Messi vs Ronaldo stats: When stepping out into the world arena, who has more goals? Messi or Ronaldo?

Lionel Messi          Cristiano Ronaldo

151         International caps            180

76           International goals          111

0.5          Goals per game               0.6

Messi vs Ronaldo stats

Messi and Ronaldo are two of the greatest soccer players of all time. However, their stats are very different. If you could choose between Messi or Ronaldo, which would you choose.

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi: Club goals

Cristiano Ronaldo            Season Lionel Messi

5              2002-03                     –

6              2003-04                     –

9              2004-05                    1

12           2005-06                     8

23           2006-07                    17

42           2007-08                    16

26           2008-09                    38

33           2009-10                    47

53           2010-11                    53

60           2011-12                    73

55           2012-13                    60

51           2013-14                    41

61           2014-15                    58

51           2015-16                    41

42           2016-17                   54

44           2017-18                   45

28           2018-19                   51

37           2019-20                   31

36           2020-21                  38

24           2021-22                   11

3             2022-23                  12

701         Total                       695

Conclusion

The debate of who is better, Messi or Ronaldo, is one that will never be resolved. Messi and Ronaldo are two of the world’s best soccer players. They are both considered to be the world’s best soccer player and have won the FIFA World Player of the Year award 4 times each. However, who do you prefer?

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Interesting Gadget Alert! This Cute, Retro Macintosh-Lookalike 67W Charger is a Head Turner

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Interesting Gadget Alert

All gadgeteers in the town need to gather, it’s time for the arrival of the coolest new gadget. Shargeek Retro 67W charger is the upcoming retro macintosh lookalike device that has a power display, three USB type-C charging ports, and All-GaN technology. Claimed to be an updated version of its predecessor Retro 35, Shargeek Retro 67W is designed and developed by the Shargeek engineering team to pay tribute to the classic film, The Matrix. Replicating The Matrix style in design and appearance, the charger’s power display comes with a power charging indicator for real-time tracks and the classic Matrix digital rain. With all the design and capability, the upcoming Shargeek charger is not only a worthy gadget but also a collectable item.

The Shargeek Retro 67W charger is a little feature rich gadget. Some of the device’s key features include real-time power display, portability and foldability, temperature sensor, All-GaN technology and 67w fast charging for Macbook. Although the charger comes with a default US socket, those from other parts of the world can bundle it with Australian, EU, and UK sockets with the charging brick.

The brand claims that Retro 67 combines vintage with modern technology for a one-of-a-kind style of charging. It has a real-time power display that tells you how much juice you have so you can track the state of the change. The digital drizzle indicates the charging status, and the number indicates your real-time charging power.

As per Shargeek official product page on its website, Retro 67 is said to be the fastest way to charge your devices. The Retro 67 provides fast charging, with types such as QC3.0 (Quick Charge) and PD3.0 (Power Delivery), right at the moment when it is needed. It is capable of charging an iPhone 50 per cent in just about 30 minutes of time. Retro 76 is also said to be compatible with the latest MacBook Air (M2) and get can it be completely 100 per cent charged in just about two hours of time. The fast charging capability of the Shargeek Retro 67 is also fully compatible with other devices and can be used to fast charge them as well.

Interesting Gadget Alert

With its three USB type-C charging ports is the perfect gadget for anyone carrying multiple devices and looking for one charger that can work with all. It basically can be used to charge three devices at the same time. The charge is compact in design and developed specifically keeping portability as a criterion in mind.

Retro 67 charge also has an in-built temperature sensor that has the capability of detecting the temperature of the device internally automatically in order to make sure there are no safe safety concerns while charging the device.

Shargeek Retro 67W charger price at the moment is Rs 3,143 as a pre-launch offer and those who wish to purchase can get this charger at the mentioned price but without the Indiegog tip. However, after the official release of the product, which is expected to be around March 2023, the Retro 67W charger price will be around Rs 6,500.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Leaked Online; Tipped Details

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Samsung Galaxy S23
Samsung Galaxy S23

Introduction

Samsung Galaxy S23 Series is one of the most awaited smartphone models, which is speculated to be launched in February 2023, although the pictures of its models have been leaked online sometime back.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Updated Renders Show Rounded Corners, Thinner Frame

Highlights

  • Samsung Galaxy S23 series could include three models
  • Upcoming models will be powered by Qualcomm’s chipsets
  • Samsung Galaxy S23+ could feature 4,700mAh battery

Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Unveiled Via Leaks

It goes without saying that Samsung Galaxy S23 series of smartphones has been awaited for quite some time and is speculated to come out in February 2023, even though the tech giant has not confirmed anything regarding the development of the upcoming models.

The series includes Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S23+ that has been leaked numerous times online, which has led to many users making wild speculations regarding its features and specifications, although nothing has been confirmed as yet.

Samsung s23

Galaxy S23 was spotted online with the model number SM-S911B, while Galaxy S23+ was spotted with the model number SM-S916B, along with the regular specifications that can be expected of Samsung smartphones, which are usually of top-notch quality.

It will be the successor to the Galaxy S22 smartphones that is expected to come with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, while Galaxy S23+ could come with an 8GB RAM, whereas both handsets will be powered by Android 13 OS.

Galaxy S23 might come with a triple rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel main sensor with an optical image stabilization (OIS), 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and 10-megapixel telephoto sensor.

The battery capacity is speculated to be 5,000mAh units that may come with a 25W fast charging support, which is the same as its predecessors. Once again, whatever is available in the public domain has to be taken with a pinch of salt.

Samsung may soon put forth official word regarding the Galaxy S23 series as the speculated launch date is mere months away.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Updated Renders Show Rounded Corners, Thinner Frame