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Tech News Wrap: Sony PlayStation 5 pre-orders start today…and more

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Sony PlayStation 5 pre-orders start today

Those waiting for the opportunity to get their hands on Sony PlayStation 5, here comes the opportunity for you. The gaming console is finally restocked in India and will be available to buy starting at 12 pm IST. The demand to restock the PS5 and its PS5 Digital Edition has been very high ever since the gaming console was launched. The console is up for pre-booking starting at 12 pm from various online retailers like Amazon, ShopAtSC, GamesTheShop, Croma, Flipkart, Vijay Sales, etc. Additionally, users can avail easy EMI options to get their PS5 in hand.

Sony PlayStation 5 pre-orders start today

The June restock units will surely get out of stock very quick, just like the previous ones. Hence, make sure that you are active to grab the latest units before anyone else does. Talking about the price, the PlayStation 5 Standard version with the disk is priced at Rs 349,990. While, on the other hand, the digital version will be priced at Rs 39,990. Furthermore, the PS5 Digital Edition without the blu-ray disc drive will be available for Rs. 39,990 in India. Users can also get the general PS5 combined with the Grand Turismo 7 bundle for Rs. 54,990. The Sony PlayStation 5 comes with 8K gaming support at up to 120fps. It also comes with support for 4K TV gaming, which can enable a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay. PS5 also gets HDR TV tech. There’s also support for Tempest 3D AudioTech that will ensure an immersive gaming experience through headphones or TV speakers.

Also Read: PS5 restock in India: Here’s all you need to know about the June restock 2022

Govt bans several WhatsApp groups for spreading misinformation

Since the protests against the Agnipath scheme are catching a lot of attention, there has been a lot of misinformation spreading around the country. The instant messaging app WhatsApp has been on top. Hence, the Central Government took initiatives to curb this flow and banned several groups on the app. Reportedly, 35 such groups are banned for spreading misinformation about the new Agnipath scheme.

Govt bans several WhatsApp groups for spreading misinformation

Reportedly, the Ministry of Home Affairs has cited some reliable sources that claim that social media platforms and instant messaging applications such as WhatsApp were being used for mobilising protests in states like Bihar. The protests against the Agnipath scheme are constantly leaving a path of destruction in its wake. The govt-owned properties like Railways and others are taking the maximum blunt of it. Furthermore, the districts are also getting affected in the way as they’re facing long internet shutdowns, especially in Bihar, where the state government suspended internet services in 12 of its districts. Moreover, the state govt had claimed that the internet was being used to transmit objectionable content in order to spread rumours with an intent to incite the public and cause damage to life and property. Reportedly, 10 people have also been arrested on the same subject.

OPPO A57 4G with a 6.56-inch display launched in India

Oppo launched its latest smartphone: Oppo A57 4G in India on Monday. The smartphone features a MediaTek Helio G35 chipset and is available in two storage variants, 3GB RAM + 64GB and 4GB RAM + 64GB. Furthermore, it is also retailing at Rs 13,999. Coming to the design the latest smartphone, it features a waterdrop notch design with noticeable bezels and a side-mounted fingerprint reader. It comes with a 6.56-inch HD+ (720×1612 pixels) LCD panel with a 20:9 aspect ratio.

OPPO A57 4G with a 6.56-inch display launched in India

Coming to the optics, the Oppo A57 4G comprises a 13MP primary shooter paired with a 2MP depth sensor. Along with the general 4GB RAM, the smartphone also offers up to 3GB of virtual RAM support. The device boots on the latest boots Android 12-based ColorOS 12.1 and draws power from a 5,000mAh battery which offers 33W fast-charging. On the connectivity side, it includes 4G, dual-SIMs, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a Type-C port.

Twitter testing new edit feature for Tweets, screenshot spotted

Twitter might soon get some of the most-awaited features like an edit tweet option and a dislike button. The edit button has been the single biggest demand that the platform may have witnessed since it became operational. A new leak now suggests that there is an edit option that will be introduced, but it’s not in the way you might have expected. Unlike what most Twitteratis have been demanding, the edit option does not apply to all tweets and it won’t be available for published tweets. Instead, the edit option is more like a warning. If Twitter detects that a tweet has any abusive or offensive word or phrase in it, Twitter will prompt the user to edit it before he/she publishes it. For instance, you are about to send a tweet that has some abusive text according to Twitter’s algorithm. As soon as you hit the send tweet button, a pop-up will prompt you to review your reply.

Twitter testing new edit feature for Tweets, screenshot spotted

The pop-up prompt states, “We’re asking Tweeters to review replies with potentially harmful or offensive language. Want to take another look before Tweeting?” The user will have three options. They can go ahead with the same tweet or they can edit it to make it less offensive or abusive and the third option is to delete the tweet entirely. Twitter will also give the option for users to provide direct input to Twitter if they feel that they are wrongly tagging their tweet as offensive or abusive.

Also Read: Realme GT Neo 3T expected to be launched in India soon

Realme GT Neo 3T expected to be launched in India soon

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Realme GT Neo 3T

The Indian variant of the Realme GT Neo 3T is expected to be launched soon. According to the report, the new smartphone under the Neo 3 series will arrive in India by the end of June or early July.

Already available in Europe, the smartphone is expected to come up with features similar to its European variant. However, the smartphone maker is yet to confirm launch date and specifications of GT Neo 3T, the second smartphone under Neo series after Neo 3 that was launched in India with 150W fast charging support.

As per the report, Realme GT Neo 3T will be available in three colour options including Dash Yellow, Drifting White and Shade Black.

Storage options

In addition to colours, the smartphone will reportedly be launched in three storage options. The base model will have 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. While the other variants will come with 8GB of RAM along with 128GB and 256GB of internal storage.

A formal announcement related to the launch of Realme GT Neo 3T can be expected from the Realme soon.

The Neo 3T is likely to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. The same chipset is also offered in the iQOO Neo 6, Mi 11X, etc. Additionally, the upcoming Poco F4 5G will also feature the same chipset.

Also, Read Here: Realme Watch R100 with Bluetooth calling to be launched on June 23

Coming to the optics, the soon to be launched Realme GT Neo 3T 5G will boast a triple-camera setup on the back. The smartphone is likely to feature a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro camera. There will be a 16MP front camera sensor for selfies.

The Realme GT Neo 3T is a rebranded Q5 Pro. It comes with the Snapdragon 870 SoC, 6.62″ 120Hz FullHD+ AMOLED screen, 5,000 mAh battery, 80W charging, in-display fingerprint reader, and stereo speakers. Q5 Pro was announced in China a couple of months ago.

Realme GT Neo 3T

Featuring a 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, the device will get power from a 5000 mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging out of the box. The smartphone will have a hole-punch cutout at the top left corner of the flat display. The screen also supports a 120Hz refresh rate, 1300 nits of peak brightness and a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

Realme GT Neo 3T specifications

  • 6.62-inch Full-HD E4 AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset
  • Up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage
  • 64MP+8MP+2MP triple rear cameras
  • 16MP selfie shooter
  • 5,000mAh battery, 80W charging

An in-display fingerprint scanner, a USB Type-C port and Bluetooth 5.2 support are other features of the GT Neo 3T that runs Android 12 out of the box. It has a layer of Realme UI 3.0 on top. The device also supports stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res audio support.

 

So what’s the difference between renewed and refurbished smartphones? – Explains ControlZ CEO Yug Bhatia

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Owning a premium device like iPhone is the aspiration for many, especially the youngsters, but not everyone can afford it. In such a situation, the renewed smartphones come into picture and they are totally different from the refurbished devices owing to their as-good-as-new build and design. Gurugram-based ControlZ is a leader in this segment and is setting new benchmarks in sustainability and inspiring conscious consumption by changing the perception of a customer towards a pre-owned phone. Ramesh Kumar Raja caught up with Yug Bhatia, Founder and CEO, ControlZ, to understand the process and different parameters of renewing a smartphone, how it is different from refurbishment and what makes iPhones a preferred choice for renewing. Bhatia also talked about the key challenges in India market and ControlZ’s plan to make it big with its product lineup. Excerpts:

Please give us an overview of ControlZ and what makes it unique?

ControlZ is a startup that is bringing renewed-smartphone category to set new benchmarks in sustainability and promote conscious consumption amongst smartphone users. The brand’s vision is to inspire conscious consumption by not only changing the perception of a customer towards a pre-owned phone but also for all old things which are otherwise thought of as a waste.

Unlike the refurbished smartphones, ControlZ provides devices that are as good as new, and every iPhone device that ControlZ renews completes a rigorous process that includes testing that meets the same functional standards as new devices. Each renewed device is made sure of certain standards.

Can you elaborate on the idea of renewed smartphones? How these are different from refurbished ones?

Renewed smartphones are the devices that are as good as new. It is made with a vision that the product undergoes factory treatment rather than a general repair. The product’s components are first dis-assembled and then put together to make a renewed smartphone. These devices are far better than a refurbished phone in terms of quality and performance, and are backed by industry-leading warranty assurance of 18 months, unlike a new phone that extends a warranty of a maximum of 12 months. ControlZ’s devices come with 100% battery health, renewed outer shell, 200 points full functional testing, high-quality component replacements, a thorough cleaning and the original Operating System or a more recent version.

On the other hand, in the refurbished industry today in India, there is no established brand and this is a problem worldwide. Also, no standardization can be seen in the cosmetic condition of the product being sold, in which the product being offered is quite average with scratches and dents. The only assurance the customer is having is that the product is a functional device.

“These (renewed) devices are far better than a refurbished phone in terms of quality and performance, and are backed by industry-leading warranty assurance of 18 months… ControlZ’s devices come with 100% battery health, renewed outer shell, 200 points full functional testing, high-quality component replacements, a thorough cleaning and the original Operating System or a more recent version”

Why did you choose iPhone devices only for renewing? Do you plan to expand your horizons to include other brands as well?

Given the trend in younger generation to own a premium device like iPhone and considering the product life as compared to other smartphones inspired us to renew iPhone devices. The concept of as good as new is the key reason why we do selective procurement at ControlZ as for the renewal of every single model, a whole renewal process needs to be established. This becomes difficult if we expand on multiple models and brands, as setting up renewal processes for multiple models existing in the market is not possible. We’ve already partnered with many tier 1 companies who are into buyback business, which keeps our requirement and does not require us to procure the products directly from the consumers.

Our future plans include expanding by adding One Plus products to our portfolio as well.

Do you see price as the key driving factor for people choosing a renewed smartphone over a new one? Who are these phones really targeted at?

The product being sold to consumers should be aspirational, the consumer should want to have it rather than selling the products only by discounts. The aim is to provide consumers with the product that is innovative, functional, and effective ‘like new’ smart devices at the best possible price.

These phones are targeted for the major share of Indian consumers who aspire to purchase iPhones but only can spend 10-20k for a device.

How does the ControlZ phone promote sustainable consumption in India?

An insight from the industry says that a smartphone can be used for 5-7 years very easily but an average consumer is using it for only 18 months. A typical phone weighs around 160 grams. It contains a lot of components, made up of different materials. The components are produced with materials that are processed from ores that are mined. While that 160-gram phone requires about 30kg of the earth to be mined to make its components, the mined ores when processed create around 85kg of solid and liquid waste. It constitutes 99.8% waste even before the phone has even been started to use.

Even the product packaging that we offer with ControlZ products are made of completely recycled material and comes with zero use of plastic, not like other brands who sell the packaging that constitutes a major amount of plastic.

What are the key challenges you foresee in this market?

The pre-owned devices industry still has a lot of regulatory and policy issues, primarily restrictions on import and export, this severely restricts the possibility of creating high quality product at large scale due to supply chain issues.

The second issue is that India does not have a strong electronics manufacturing ecosystem, this makes us heavily dependent on imports even for very small and basic components.

We look forward to policies, which would ease out the demand-supply chain issues to make the services more efficient and increase accessibility of these components.

Where’s your smartphone renewing unit? How big is it? What kind of processes and technologies do you deploy?

ControlZ’s current renewing facility is in Gurgaon. Apart from a new facility (Renew Hub), a one-of-a-kind electronics industrial repair facility is being built to enable our renew process, and is in the final stage which is expected to be ready by October this year.

The facility will be ESD, ISO and IGBC certified and will be the best smartphone renewing facility by far.

A unique industrial process that makes “as good as new” devices with limited use of new components. The process uses different technologies to disassemble, renew each component separately and assembly the device back again.

How many people do you employ?

Currently, we are a small team of 45 people. However, we have plans to expand our team size in the coming time.

Are you seeking any external funding to make this big and take the initiative to the masses?

Looking at the market and the demand size, we feel there is a greater opportunity in this particular segment and we look forward to any funding opportunity from the industry or stakeholders.

Also Read: Here’s how a Delhi-based D2C startup is simplifying everyday tech-related issues

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International Yoga Day: Use these apps for yoga and meditation

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Yoga Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conceived the idea of International Yoga Day. The concept was proposed by the Prime Minister on September 27, 2014, during his speech at the UN General Assembly.

Yoga, an ancient Indian practice can be performed by everyone, irrespective of their age. June 21 is celebrated as the International Yoga Day. The first International Yoga Day was celebrated in 2015.

Yoga is an ancient Indian practice that helps to boost one’s mental and social well-being. Immense benefits of Yoga has popularised it all over the world. Your busy schedule might not allow you to visit a yoga studio to learn and practice in your day-to-day life. But, having a smartphone can help you address this problem. The new-age device has made learning and practising yoga easier due to availability of various apps. Here is the list of some of the apps you download to practice Yoga not only on International Yoga Day but every day:

Asana Rebel

You can download this yoga and fitness app to get fit, lose weight and start a healthy lifestyle. With more than 50 lakh downloads, this app is changing the way 10 million users worldwide exercise.

 

Glo

Available for both iOS and Android, the Glo app offers daily live classes for Yoga, meditation, pilates and fitness that fit your schedule. You need to sign up in advance for stress-relieving flows, motivating workouts, and mindful meditations in real-time when you need that extra push. Glo is offering a limited-time offer to get access to its classes. You ca start your monthly membership today and get first three months for only $24 total.

 Prayoga

An iOS exclusive Prayoga is a new way of learning yoga, it uses body tracking technology along with machine learning to understand how you are performing a pose and in real time give you feedback to get to a perfect pose.

Calm

With more than 100 million downloads and over 1.5M+ 5-star reviews, Calm app offers video lessons on mindful movement and gentle stretching by world-renowned mindfulness experts.

Wysa

Compatible with both iOS and Android, Wysa app helps users self-manage stressors by blending AI-guided listening with professional expert support. Blended with professional human support, Wysa provides 24/7 high-quality mental health support.

Also, Read Here: Health apps: A boon to fitness freaks

Realme Watch R100 with Bluetooth calling to be launched on June 23

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Realme is all set to launch its new Bluetooth calling watch under its TechLife series. According to the latest update, the India launch of Realme Watch R100 will take place on June 23.

In addition to the launch date, Company has also confirmed design and some key specifications of Realme Watch R100 ahead of the launch.

With an aluminum round dial, the new Realme Watch R100 will come with a 1.32-inch TFT colour display with a 360 x 360-pixel resolution. To access the menu and settings, the smartwatch features two buttons on its right edge.

Packed with a 380 mAh battery, the Realme Watch R100 promises to offer seven days of battery life on a single charge. The watch will be launched in two colour options – Black and Silver.

Other details of the smartwatch are not known. Like other smartwatches, Realme Watch R100 will have a bunch of health and fitness-related features along with support for watch faces. Further details of the smartwatch will be known during the launch set to take place on June 23.

R100

Realme Narzo 50i Prime expected to be launched in India

Besides Realme Watch R100, Realme is rumoured to launch an entry-level phone the Realme Narzo 50i Prime. Going by leaks, the reported upcoming smartphone could be a rebadged Realme C30, launched on June 20.

The Narzo 50i Prime is expected to be launched under Rs 8,000. The device will feature a huge camera island on the back with a single camera sensor and an LED flash. The phone will have a flat plastic frame and will be introduced in two colours – Green and Black.

With a 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD and a 60Hz refresh rate, the device will come up with a waterdrop notch at the top for the 5MP front camera. A 5000 mAh battery, a Unisoc T612 SoC are other features of the Narzo 50i Prime.

In another development, Madhav Sheth, VP of realme and president of realme International Business Group, has shared a new picture of Realme Pad X on his Twitter handle asking usrers’ thought on the Realme Pad X.

Also, Read Here: Realme Narzo 50i Prime likely to be launched on June 22

PS5 restock in India: Here’s all you need to know about the June restock 2022

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PS5 restock in India: PlayStation 5 restock date for June 2022 revealed

It’s finally a yay moment for the gaming lovers! PS5 has now announced its June restock availability and the users can get their Play Station 5 now. The gaming console is the successor of the popular gaming brand Sony and it is the fifth edition of its Play Station series.

PS5 has been out of stock for so long since it’s so much loved by the users. Hence, make sure you follow this guide and get your hands on your console this time. Because we all know there’s no tomorrow for gaming!

PS5 restock details: Where and to get it?

The restock announcement comes straight from Sony’s official website and the PS5 is up for restock starting June 21, 2022. Users can get their hands on the console via Amazon, Croma, Flipkart, Vijay Sales, GameTheShop, ShotAtSC, Reliance Digital etc. So, if you are trying to get your PS5, you can definitely try your luck at 12 pm on these websites. One trick you can religiously follow is to log in to these websites before 12 pm.

PS5 restock details: Where and to get it?

Another pro tip that can actually help you get it is to visit offline stores. You can go to Croma or Reliance digital retail stores and check for the one-two last piece waiting for you. It is much better than waiting to get one online.  A more pro tip to get it faster is to check the website every morning, as you can find one very quick at that time, before anyone else. However, even if you don’t get the chance to get it now, you can simply wait for the next restock as well. Sony announces a restock every month, so you will get the chance then!

Keeping the inventory available all year has been the biggest trouble for Sony, ever since the console launched. Additionally, we can’t expect any increase in the PS5 inventory as Sony has already made plans to tackle the shortage by manufacturing more PS4 consoles. Sony is apparently also working on the PS5 Pro, which is expected to launch by 2024.

Sony PS5 restock: Price details

Sony’s PS5 is available in two variants: The Blu-ray PS5 and the PS5 digital edition (which doesn’t include any disc). The PS5 Blu-ray will set you back Rs 49,990, while the PS5 Digital Edition will set you back Rs 39,990. Both variants will be available for pre-order in India. In addition, some merchants may sell a Blu-ray PS5 and Gran Turismo 7 combination for Rs 54,990.

Sony PS5 restock: Price details

If you’ve been following the PlayStation 5 situation in India closely, you’ll know that the June replenishment, is the 17th time Sony’s next-generation gaming system will be on sale in India since its launch. Also, this is only true in the case of the Blu-ray edition. The digital edition has been available in India 10 times only.

PS5 specifications

Sony’s PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition feature octa-core CPU based on Zen 2 architecture that runs at 10.28 TFLOPS along with an AMD RDNA 2 GPU. Both consoles come with 16GB GDDR6 RAM and 825GB of internal storage as well as support for storage expansion via compatible PS5 SSDs.

PS5 specifications

The key difference between PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition is that PS5 comes with a Blu-ray disc drive, while PS5 Digital Edition doesn’t have one.

Sony’s challenge to get PS5 consoles into India is likely to go even longer. We don’t even see an indication on the inventory stocks as well. Another point to be noted is that even with the restock, pre-ordering a PS5 device is a complex task. While Croma and Reliance Digital have previously experienced difficulty loading the website exactly when pre-ordering began, Amazon has also experienced issues around the same time. Clearly, there is a large demand, and online shopping companies often struggle to keep up with the demand, resulting in the units, which are already in short supply, being out of stock. Hence, getting a PS5 from offline stores is a much better and more convenient option.

Also Read: OnePlus Nord 2T 5G launch timeline tipped in India with price and other specs

OnePlus Nord 2T 5G launch timeline tipped in India with price and other specs

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OnePlus Nord 2T 5G launch timeline tipped in India with price and other specs

OnePlus is soon to bring its latest addition to the popular Nord series in India soon. The One Plus Nord 2T 5G was recently unveiled in China last month and the brand is gearing up to launch the handset in India as well. Reportedly, as per the latest render, the device’s launch timeline has surfaced online along with some price, specs, and colour options. The tipped information also includes some launch offers that the brand might offer to the users.

OnePlus Nord 2T is the latest 5G-enabled smartphone coming from the popular Nord series. It is expected to feature the latest MediaTek Dimensity 1300 processor paired with an 80W fast charging option. Furthermore, it is expected to sport two colours: the Shadow Grey and Jade Fog. Here’s a detailed look at what you can expect from the upcoming OnePlus Nord 2T.

OnePlus Nord 2T price in India (tipped)

OnePlus has already teased that the smartphone is arriving very soon in India. Now, we have some dates and price details. The upcoming Nord 2T will launch in the country on June 28 2022 in India, says the new leak. The phone made a debut in the global market in May and is expected to sport two storage variants, similar to the ones available in selected countries.

Reportedly, According to root my galaxy and Passionategeekz, the phone will debut this month, i.e., June 2022, with an introductory offer discount of Rs 4,000.

According to the leak, the OnePlus Nord 2T hits Indian shores on June 27th. Along with the launch specs, the leaks also suggest that the phone will be priced under a budget of Rs 35,000. The base variant of Nord 2T with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant will be priced at Rs 28,999. Whereas, on the other hand, the high-end variant with 12GB RAM and 128GB storage will start from Rs 31,999. Both the models are expected to feature two beautiful colours: Shadow Grey and Jade Fog colour options. Reportedly, the upcoming 5G phone will be available to buy via Amazon exclusively.

Talking about the Global variant of One Plus Nord 2T, the phone is currently retailing at EUR 399. This is also the launch price of the 5G smartphone which translates to Rs 32,700, for the base 8GB RAM variant. While, on the other hand, the higher variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage was launched at EUR 499, which roughly makes INR 40,900. Hence, if the leaks are accurate, it simply infers that the OnePlus Nord 2T India-specific model will be priced more aggressively in India.

OnePlus Nord 2T expected specifications

Since the smartphone is already available in China, we can expect the same spec sheet as the Chinese version. The smartphone is expected to feature a 6.43-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display panel paired with a 90Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, the device will boot on the latest Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 custom skin out of the box.

Coming to the processor, The upcoming OnePlus Nord 2T will sport MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC to power the whole device. It is also expected to pack up to 12GB RAM paired with 256GB storage.

Coming to the optics, the OnePlus Nord 2T will flaunt a triple camera configuration at the back of the device. It is expected to have a 50MP primary lens with f/1.9 aperture and OIS support, an 8MP ultra-wide lens with f/2.25 aperture, and a 2MP monochrome shooter with f/2.4 aperture. At the front, the device will feature a 32MP selfie shooter for all the selfies and video calls.

OnePlus Nord 2T specifications

Lastly, the One Plus Nord 2T is expected to house a 4,500mAh battery. It will also support 80W SuperVOOC charging to power the package.

Also Read: These three smartphones are scheduled to be launched this week

MediaTek Dimensity 700 powered Realme Q5x launched

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Realme Q5x

China-based smartphone maker Realme has launched a new smartphone under its Q series. The latest model called Realme Q5x is the latest addition after Realme Q5i, Realme Q5, and the Realme Q5 Pro in the Company’s Q series.

Powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, the new Realme phone carries a 90Hz display. Featuring dual rear cameras and a waterdrop-style display notch, the Realme Q5x is quite similar to Q5i model, though later is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 810.

Realme Q5x price

Priced slightly lower than Q5i, the newly launched Realme Q5x is priced at CNY 999 (around Rs11,700). Launched in April, Q5i carries a price tag of CNY 1,199 (around Rs 14,000) for the 4GB + 128GB option. The 6GB + 128GB variant of the Realme Q5i is priced at CNY 1,299 (around Rs 15,200).

On the other hand, Realme Q5x is available in 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant and two colour options — Ink Cloud Black and Star Blue colour options. The newly launched smartphone is open for pre-booking in China, while its sale will begin from June 23.

Realme Q5x

Realme Q5x specifications

Featuring a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 400 nits, the Realme Q5x runs Android 12 with Realme UI 3.0.

Coming to the camera, the Realme Q5x features a dual rear camera setup that houses a 13-megapixel primary sensor. The camera setup is also paired with an LED flash. The Realme Q5x has 5,000mAh battery supported 10W standard charging. Besides, the smartphone weighs 184 grams and has thickness of 8.1mm. The smartphone is equipped with a 5-megapixel selfie camera sensor at the front for selfies and video chats.

The Realme Q5x includes 64GB of onboard storage that is expandable via microSD card through a dedicated slot.

Connectivity options on the Realme Q5x include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ A-GPS, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The phone includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Also, Read Here: Realme C30 launch in India set for today: Know details and offers on the latest smartphone

Realme C30 launch in India set for today: Know details and offers on the latest smartphone

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Realme C-series are popular for their budget launches along with offering great design and performance specs. Recently, the brand announced that it is soon going to expand its C-series portfolio with another budget launch, The Realme C30 smartphone. And the brand is all set to unveil its latest phone today, 20 June 2022.

The brand has confirmed via its Twitter account that Realme C30 will be launched today, along with the timings and other details as well. The post, however, also revealed the design, colour, and a handful of other details about the upcoming budget phone.  Realme C30 will be available for purchase exclusively on Flipkart. Here are the detailed specs and the launch time of this upcoming latest smartphone!

Realme C30 launch timeline in India

Realme’s latest budget smartphone- Realme C30 will go live at 12.30 PM today. The smartphone will also be available for sale exclusively on Flipkart. The smartphone is another great launch in the given budget segment in India. It’s the all-new, #NAYEZAMANEKAENTERTAINMENT.

As per the tweet, the smartphone features an amazing textured back with a single camera configured at the back. It is also marketed as the ultra-slim smartphone in the C-series. There are not many specs revealed done by the brand yet, but we do have some news about it!

Realme C30 expected specifications

Talking about the specs of the upcoming smartphone, Realme C30 will feature a beautifully textured back for a better grip. It will also be available in two soft colour options: green and blue. It will also sport a waterdrop notch display and flat edges on the side. The design also features a single rear camera paired with an LED flash at the back.

Realme C30 expected specifications

Coming to the processor, the smartphone is expected to sport the Unisoc T612 chipset with an approx AnTuTu score of around 176,932. Also, the smartphone will come equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery that is expected to come with support for 10W charging.

Talking about the other general specs, As per a report by MySmartPrice, the Reale C30 will feature a 6.58-inch Full HD+ IPS display panel. Realme C30 is likely to sport a 13MP single rear camera and a 5MP selfie camera.

Realme C30 battery power

Additionally, the report suggests that Realme C30 will be available in two storage variants: 2GB RAM + 32GB storage variant and 3GB RAM + 32GB internal storage variant. As per the, It might run on Android Go Edition out of the box. The smartphone is also expected to come in a budget of under Rs 10,000.

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Infinix Note 12 Review: A solid performer with pleasing design

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Infinix Note 12

Infinix appears to be on a launching spree this year, as it’s coming up with new devices almost every month. Among its smartphone portfolio, the Note series, in particular, holds great importance for the Transsion-owned brand, as it keeps following up the much-anticipated line-up quite often. Continuing this trend, Infinix introduced Note 12 and Note 12 Turbo recently, and this time the brand has partnered with Marvel Studios (we’ll discuss inside), which makes them appealing (in comparison to Note 11 series), at least on the paper. Besides, they have been Widevine L1 certified.

While the Infinix Note 12 comes with a starting price tag of Rs 11,999 for the 4GB + 64GB variant, we had for review the 6GB + 128GB model that costs Rs 12,999, with impressive features like a 50MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery and MediaTek Helio G88 chipset. Interestingly, it has a tough competition to deal with from the likes of Realme C35, Realme Narzo 50 and Redmi Note 11 in the sub-15K segment. So, let’s find out where this new budget offering stands on different parameters of excellence, in this review.

Design

The Jewel Blue colour variant that we had for review exudes a sophisticated look at first sight, as it comes with a dual tone design – a glossy finish on the top and a matte finish at the bottom of the rear panel that doesn’t attract fingerprint smudges. It houses a vertically-rectangular camera island at the top left and the Infinix branding at the bottom. The camera module doesn’t protrude too much and consists of three sensors – one large and two small – and an LED flash. Unlike the rest of the rear casing, the camera bay can attract fingerprint smudges.

Having a plastic finish all around, the Infinix Note 12 sports a square-sided frame resembling the iPhones. While the top of the device is plain, it features a USB-C port, the speaker grills, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a mic at the bottom. On the left, you get a dual SIM card tray that also supports a dedicated microSD card, whereas the right side of the phone houses volume rockers and a power button that also doubles up as a fingerprint sensor.

Inside the box, you get a black TPU case, 33W charging adapter, a USB-C cable, and some Doctor Strange stickers. Besides, we received (as a gift) an extra Doctor Strange-inspired, or say a customised protective case – made of possibly rubber – which is thick enough to protect your device from drops. We also received a screen protector with this device.

Taken as a whole, the smartphone feels lightweight and offers a good grip in your palm, thanks to its well-made design. It looks premium even though it has a plastic frame. Although there is no official waterproof rating, it should be satisfactory, if we look at its price point. On the flip side, the fingerprint sensor is not that catchy, you need to press it every time.

Display

The smartphone sports a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, 1000 nits of peak brightness, 100% DCI P3 colour gamut and 108% NTSC ratio. It has a screen-to-body ratio of 92% and touch sampling rate of 180Hz, which is quite good, whereas the refresh rate of 60Hz is a bit slow as many budget phones are now coming up with 90Hz refresh rate which enhances your gaming experience. You get a drop notch at top of the screen, having marginal bezels around except at the chin which is a bit thick but it definitely doesn’t look awkward.

On the whole, the display looks amazing and delivers superior contrast and effective colours. Even its brightness levels are impressive, especially indoors in comparison to outdoors under direct sunlight. Even the colours reproduced are vibrant, and pictures and texts are very clear. You may go for this device if you are looking for a large display with amazing contrast and great levels of brightness.

Platform

Under the hood, the Infinix Note 12 is powered by the octa-core MediaTek Helio G88 processor based on 12nm architecture. The chipset is further accompanied by the Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. As discussed above, the smartphone comes in two different RAM/ROM configurations – 4GB/64GB and 6GB/128GB. As it’s the trend now, the smartphone offers a virtual RAM feature of 3GB and utilizes unused ROM to offer a better multitasking experience. In my case, the 6GB RAM could get extended to 9GB. The device runs on XOS 10.0 based on Android 11 out of the box.

The smartphone managed to perform well and it was practically good in different use cases. The Helio G88 is an efficient processor and delivered the level of performance that I was expecting from this. It wasn’t irritating at all even while playing games on the phone, which was quite smooth, except for certain incidents wherein it took some time to open apps and complete animations. If we look at the skin of Android, it’s not very refined and falters sometimes. Besides, you’ll find a lot of bloatware – while some apps can be uninstalled, others, especially owned by the company, can only be disabled. There are some good features such as Smart Panel, Social Turbo and Game Mode, to name a few, that you’ll love to use.

Lack of 5G connectivity is definitely a drawback with this device, especially when many smartphones are coming up with this feature at the given price point. However, it’s not an issue as the complete rollout of 5G will take time and the 4G is here to stay for the next many years.

Cameras

The smartphone houses a triple camera set up with 50MP as the primary sensor with f/1.6 large aperture, a secondary lens with a 2MP depth sensor to capture wide shots, and an AI lens. Up front, it has a 16MP AI selfie camera with dual-LED flash.

The performance of the primary lens, in particular, is remarkable, as it clicked really decent shots with enough detail and natural colour in the daylight conditions. Even the depth sensor delivered pleasing results with the bokeh effect, as the pictures came out with good details and vibrant colours. On the other hand, the smartphone struggled a bit in the low light conditions, as it clicked some ordinary shots which are expected when there is not enough light. The photos, however, came out good indoors with sufficient light with nice details and bright colours.

In terms of selfie camera too, the device delivered a decent performance with good colours and details in the well-lit environment, whereas the night shots came out not that good. The night mode is definitely of some help, as it enhances the photo but the natural details get lost to some extent. However, it’s definitely a good feature for selfie lovers.

As for videos, the smartphone comes with a fully loaded video camera with multiple features like Time-lapse video recording mode and Slow Motion video mode, allowing you to capture videos with 240fps. The performance is really amazing, as you can create impressive videos with the Bokeh video recording mode, which blurs the background, making the subject stand out by focusing on it. Here again, the lighting conditions matter a lot to make a good video.

Battery

Offering a massive battery backup of 5,000mAh or more has become a new normal for Infinix, and here too, it’s a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. It can easily last up to two days of light usage, whereas it’s enough for a day in terms of heavy usage. It indeed is impressive and of a great help if you are on a field job or dislike plugging in your phone charger at the workplace. The smartphone took more than 1.5 hours to charge fully.

Conclusion

The Infinix Note 12 looks elegant, and has decent specs and features that you look for in a smartphone in the affordable range. Besides offering a capable processor, it comes with a virtual RAM feature which happens to be a trend nowadays. Cameras on this phone are awe-inspiring, with impressive pictures and videos in well-lit conditions. Its battery performance is another important part of this device. Although it has no 5G connectivity support, the Infinix Note 12 is a wholesome package in the budget segment. Software is an area where it requires a little improvement. Hope the company will give a serious thought to it and make it possible through future updates. Interestingly, if you are a fan of Doctor Strange and the Marvel series, it’ll offer you some attractive goodies.

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