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Realme GT Neo 3T launch date confirmed, coming this June

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Realme GT Neo 3T launch date confirmed, coming this June

Not too soon Realme celebrated its 618 shopping festival in China. The brand launched its rumoured Pad X and Realme GT Neo 3 Naruto edition at the event. Now, the Chinese company has confirmed that one of the three upcoming models, Realme GT Neo 3T, will launch on June 7. The smartphone has been tipped to launch in India next month with a Snapdragon 870 SoC. It is expected to be the successor to the GT Neo 2T that was launched in China in October last year.

Realme GT Neo 3T: Launch date

The Chinese smartphone brand, Realme, confirmed the launch of their device via tweet. The brand is soon to host a launch event for its upcoming GT Neo 3 series launch event. The launch is set for June 7, 2022, in Indonesia (confirmed via Twitter).

Earlier, the company had tweeted that in the near future the company will hold the GT Neo 3 series launch event. The company also said that there will be three models of the smartphone.

This is the first model that the company has confirmed of the three that will launch at the event. The company had also teased the model 4 hours before the confirmation.

Realme GT Neo 3T: Expected specifications

The teaser post on Twitter confirms that the smartphone will feature support for 150W fast charging out of the box. We have seen the charging tech in the GT Neo 3 and the OnePlus 10R, which charges the 4500 mAh battery in about 17 minutes.

The GT Neo 3T is rumoured to launch as a rebadged Realme Q5 Pro from China. In that case, the phone is likely to draw power from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. The processor is expected to come paired with 8GB and 12GB of RAM. There will be 128GB and 256GB of internal storage.

Realme GT Neo 3T: Expected specifications 

Realme is likely to pack a 5000 mAh battery in the Neo 3T. The phone, as mentioned above, is confirmed to come with 150W fast charging support out of the box.

In terms of optics, the phone is likely to feature a triple-camera setup. It will have a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 2MP macro camera. For selfies, the phone will feature a 16MP front camera

Realme GT Neo 3T: Availability in India

Realme GT Neo 3T has been tipped to launch in June 2022 in India, but the company is yet to confirm the official launch dates of the model in the country. The company has also not provided any details regarding the price of the device.

Also Read: OnePlus Ace Racing Edition likely to be launched in India as OnePlus 10R Lite

5G to transform healthcare in rural India

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5G in healthcare

The outbreak of the Covid-19 led to an unprecedented digital transformation of healthcare ecosystem in India. The adoption of advanced technology and innovations had been low in India before the Covid. Realizing the importance of technology in healthcare, the Union Cabinet recently approved the national roll-out of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, with a budget of Rs1,600 crore for five years.

Government has been increasingly focusing on eHealth/Digital Health to improve the Indian public healthcare delivery by progressively using Information & Communication Technology under the overall objective of Digital India.

Digital health has a huge potential of improving the healthcare delivery system and capable of changing the landscape of healthcare industry across the globe.

In view of the upcoming 5G technology in India, medical professionals are hopeful that this will fuel the growth of the digital transformation of healthcare ecosystem. They are of the view that this will lead to a more inclusive and accessible healthcare system.

“Yes, it can be game changer. Patients from remote area need to travel long distance to consult their doctors. With the advent of 5G, they can easily connect, share test reports, imaging etc. with their doctor and get advices without bothering about the travel and related expenses,” says Dr Ravi Kumar Singh, consultant nephrologist and renal transplant physician, Jaypee Hospital, Noida.

5G in healthcare

 

According to Dr Singh, the adoption of new technology will amplify and enable proactive and faster treatment. “With the advent of new technology, patients will have the opportunity to get a second opinion from international experts as well,” he adds.

Expansion of telemedicine

By providing 5G technologies to the remote parts of the country, says Deepak Sharma, CEO MedLern, we can bring much-needed telemedicine to these areas.

“This is not to say that providing connectivity to rural areas is not challenging for the government and telecom industry, but this is a venture worth exploring simply because it can mean the difference between life and death for all the people residing in the rural  areas,” says Sharma while highlighting the challenges of 5G’s implementation in the sector.

Preparedness of India

Dr Singh who has been in the medical profession for close to eight years emphasises on the importance of having electronic health record (EHR) system in place. “It is a must to strengthen the basic infrastructure and hospital staff before implementing 5G in the healthcare system,” adds Dr Singh.

The 5G technology promises to augment speeds and decrease latency for consumers and thus has the potential to transform how healthcare is delivered in India.

“In India, 5G will be most useful in driving almost real-time, good-quality video transmission which is required for remote tele-consultations. In this fashion, doctors can have direct access to patient’s high-quality imaging for medical review without any lag time and telemedicine will improve and quicken access to quality healthcare without having to visit clinics and hospitals, and help people in remote places as well,” adds Sharma.

Will 5G be a boon for healthcare system

Known for abysmal doctor-patient ratio, Indian healthcare system has an acute shortage of medical staff—doctors, nurses, paramedics, and technicians. The crisis of the medical staff crippled India’s response to Covid 19.

According to the experts, the 5G enabled healthcare system may be able to ensure good-quality healthcare to those who have been deprived of this due to various reasons. “By leveraging Internet of Things devices, healthcare workers can remotely monitor patients and provide consultations and medications and make other informed decisions. For a staff-starved country, especially in the remote reaches, this is indeed a heaven-sent boon,” explains Sharma.

Citing the example of the US, Sharma says that two-thirds of US healthcare providers either have or are in the process of developing tele-medicine programmes. According to him the market is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 16.5% from 2017 to 2023, solely on the back of soaring demand for rural healthcare. India too can incorporate the upcoming 5G in tele-healthcare facilities, especially those targeting remote, rural reaches of the country.

In addition to augmenting the healthcare system, Dr Singh believes that the 5G in healthcare will also open new horizons of employment in rural areas. “They can set up tele-clinics, path labs and provide employment to many skilled and unskilled people at local level after providing basic training,” says Dr Ravi.

Hindrance in implementation

Highlighting the challenges of adopting 5G in healthcare, MedLern CEO says that radio network equipment needs to be deployed in all existing hospital structures. “This means that necessary alterations have to be carried out on to the existing hospital facility, an expensive proposition, while ensuring that medical equipment is shielded. Alternatively, these equipment may need to be upgraded to their 5G-enabled versions, again another additional cost. There is also the matter of training healthcare to be able to operate these new procedures,” explains Sharma.

There is also the challenge of being able to connect remote clinics to specialists—a huge coverage challenge. While the public 5G network is being designed to provide extensive mobile coverage, providing the specific depth of coverage required for tele-medical consultations in rural corners of the country is another expensive proposition that needs government support. So most of the challenges are regarding cost management and network feasibility.

Will 5G arm doctors with actionable insights

As a proof of concept regarding how 5G can enable doctors to tele-consulate, communications solutions provider Airtel is already partnering with Cisco and Apollo Hospitals to operate a custom-designed 5G-connected ambulance service. Sharma informs that the ambulance will be equipped with the latest medical equipment that boosts healthcare access and life-saving in emergency situations and AR/VR technologies in the critical golden hour of the patient.

When a critical patient is being taken to the hospital, this ambulance will function as an extended emergency room by always being connected to the hospital and doctors virtually.

Also, Read Here: Vivo conducts 5G trials on Jio network on X80 series: Details inside

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition likely to be launched in India as OnePlus 10R Lite

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OnePlus 10 R Lite

After launching in China, OnePlus is reportedly planning to launch the smartphone in India. According to report, the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition is likely to be launched as OnePlus 10R Lite in India.

The launch date of OnePlus Racing Edition, expected to be rebranded as OnePlus 10R Lite, is likely to be announced by the end of this year.

In April this year, the OnePlus Ace launched in India as the OnePlus 10R, a successor to the OnePlus 9R from last year. Tipster Mukul Sharma suggests the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition will be launched as the OnePlus 10R Lite in India.

Features of OnePlus Ace Racing Edition

The smartphone features a 6.59-inch Full-HD+ LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. A punch-hole cutout for the selfie snapper, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and 2412 x 1080 pixels resolution are other features of the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition. The handset runs on Android 12 based ColorOS and gets power from the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max processor paired with Mali-G510 MC6 GPU, 8GB/12GB RAM and 128GB/256GB storage.

The smartphone by OnePlus is equipped with a 5000mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. Measuring 164.3×75.8×8.7mm and weighing 205 grams, the phone has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Connectivity options include 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS/GLONASS/Beidou, and USB Type-C port.

Coming to optics, the OnePlus Ace Racing edition features triple camera sensors on the back, with a 64MP rear camera, an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro camera. The smartphone is equipped with a 16MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.

OnePlus 10R specifications

Launched on April 28, OnePlus 10R is a successor to the OnePlus 9R comes with a 6.7-inch FHD+ E4 AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. A 150W fast charging and MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset paired with 8GB/12GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The smartphone offers 120Hz fluid display with adaptive frame rates.

OnePlus 10R will have a triple rear camera system, with a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide Sony IMX355 sensor, and a 2MP Macro will be. The phone is likely to come with a 16MP S5K3P9SP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.

The two variants of the phone will have a 4,500mAh battery with 150W fast charging and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W charging, respectively.

In addition to OnePlus 10R, OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite was also launched in April.

Vivo launches its T2X with a massive battery and Dimensity 1300 SoC

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Vivo launches its T2X with a massive battery and Dimensity 1300 SoC

Anything arriving early feels so good. Whether it’s your online order, your food while waiting at an outlet, or the latest launches from your favourite brands. So, keeping with this, Vivo has unveiled its latest mid-range smartphone- Vivo T2X in its homeland China.

The smartphone was first rumoured to be launched on June 6, 2022, alongside its Vanilla variant-Vivo T2. However, Christmas came early and the brand unveiled the T2X model in China quietly. So here are all the amazing specs and price details that the smartphone has to offer.

Vivo T2X launched in China: Specs and features

Let’s first talk about the processor that Vivo has placed in the core of this device. The Vivo T2X features the latest MediaTek’s SoC: the MediaTek Dimensity 1300 processor. The processor is made up of the TSMC’s class-leading 6nm node to deliver exceptional power efficiency. Also, if you’re a gaming geek, then this is definitely the one for you. With exceptional performance specs, ut has the power to provide high-scale performance for casual mobile gaming. Furthermore, the Dimensity 1300 SoC comes paired with an 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 enhanced storage to deliver blazingly fast read and write memory speeds.

Talking about the display specs, the smartphone comes equipped with a 6.58-inches IPS LCD display paired with a refresh rate of 144 Hz. The device makes sure that the device doesn’t lag while the user can swipe all the functions smoothly. The LCD panel also features a 240Hz touch sampling rate with DC Dimming, DCI-P3 colour space coverage, and a peak brightness of 650 nits. This gives the user accessibility to use the device on as low as 1 nit even when they are using it in a dark environment.

Endurance-wise, the Vivo T2x is packing one of the largest batteries in the mid-range segment. The device features a 6000mAh unit power, that Vivo claims to deliver up to 20 hours of continuous video playback. Additionally, the device also comes with 44W fast-charging support. The company also claims that the phone can be charged 0%-50% in just 35 minutes. Furthermore, the smartphone also supports 6W reverse charging, making it easy for the users to charge their other devices as well, like your Type-C wireless earphones.

Vivo T2X launched in China: Specs and features

Coming to the optics, Vivo T2X features a dual-camera configuration at the back. It has a 50MP primary lens paired with the support of a 2MP macro lens setup. Also, the device comes equipped with a brand-new linear axis vibration motor, giving it more flagship feel on the side. (Vivo has not specified whether it is a Z-axis or X-axis motor). Coming to the front, the waterdrop notch houses a 16MP front camera lens for selfies and video.

Talking about the design of the smartphone, it has a matte finish, made with AG Glass Technology. The Vivo T2x also comes in two gorgeous colour options: Mist Blue and Mirror Black.

As for the connectivity, the phone supports 5G, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, etc. Some additional features on the phone include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and supports for AI face unlock as well.

Vivo T2X launched in China: Price and availability

Currently, the Vivo T2x is priced at 1699 RMB (254 USD) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant and 1899 RMB (284 USD) for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. Vivo is also launching a pre-order discount for the users, where they can get an 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant for 1500 RMB (239 USD) and the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant for 1799 RMB (269 USD).

The Vivo T2x has been officially launched in China today May 29th via the Chinese e-commerce platform, JD.com, and the device is planned to start shipping out to customers starting from June 12th onwards.

Realme did launch its T1 series in India, but the specs were quite distinct from the Chinese variant. So we can expect T2X to soon launch in India with some improved and different features.

Also Read: Realme unveils the GT Neo 3 Naruto Edition: Check details here

iOS 16 in the works: Here’s what to expect

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iOS 16 in the works: Here’s what to expect

Yes, you heard it right. Apple’s WWDC 2022 is coming in a week or so and here’s what the brand has planned for it. It is probably not the only unveil that we might witness, but it is definitely worth a lot. The latest iOS 16 is expected to come with a lot of new updates and upgrades to the existing features. Here’s what you can expect from it!

Apple soon to unveil iOS 16: What’s New?

Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is just a week away. For those who don’t know, this is the popular event where Apple highlights its software strategy for the coming year.

For this WWDC the first announcement might be Apple’s upcoming mobile operating system, iOS 16. As per a fresh report by Gurman, the new software has been named Sydney. Also, it is one of the most significant upgrades, chocking a number of changes across the operating system, as per the report. Here are a few of the upgrades you can expect from the upcoming iOS 16:

Enhanced lock screen functionality

This is one of the major parts where Apple plans to market the upcoming update. Generally, we unlock our iPhone to check the incoming notifications rather than swiping right and choosing an option from the widgets. Adding to this, the flashlight or the auto-rotate might be the only widely-used features from the lock screen.

Apple soon to unveil iOS 16: What's New?

This is now going to change with the iOS 16 and the upcoming iPhone 14. Apple has planned major improvements by enhancing the lock screen features, including wallpapers that have widget-like capabilities. With that Apple is also bringing the always-on lock screen for the rumoured iPhone 14 series. Interestingly, this is one feature that Apple planned for its last iPhone 13 series, but then got delayed until a year later. Now, how the always-on display works?  This allows the iPhone to turn down the frame rate significantly on the lock screen and display quickly glanceable information—similar to newer Apple Watches.

As per Gurman’s report, this new display might be seen on the higher devices of the series, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, codenamed D73 and D74.

What’s new in messaging

It’s been a long since Apple has brought any major changes to the messaging app. However, the iOS 16 will feature some great changes for messaging. Apple might come up with a ‘community platform’ for the messaging. Users may expect more social network-like functionalities, especially for the audio messages.

tvOS new updates

With the new operating system update, iOS 16, The Apple TV operating system, tvOS, will get more smart-home tie-ins. While, on the hand, the Mac will get some redesigned apps and a much-needed overhaul to System Preferences to make them more in line with Settings on iOS. That includes organizing settings by the app.

Improved multi-tasking

iOS 16 is expected to bring amazing multi-tasking and windowing upgrades this time. Gurman says in his report, “While I don’t expect an iOS 7-scale redesign in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16, I’m expecting major changes to windowing and multitasking, particularly on the iPad”. This was also confirmed by a result from Steve Troughton-Smith, which suggests that Apple is including greater windowing functionality into its online browser framework.

Health is important

While the Health app is unlikely to be ported to the iPad and Mac, it will receive a slew of new capabilities for the iPhone and Apple Watch. Apple is also planning big changes to watchOS, which will affect day-to-day operations and navigation. Changes to watch faces will be made, as well as the addition of a low-power mode.

Also Read: Realme inaugurates first-ever store in Europe

Vivo conducts 5G trials on Jio network on X80 series: Details inside

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Handset maker Vivo has conducted 5G test trials with telecom operator Reliance Jio in a test environment on its X80 series smartphones, which were launched recently. These trials, as per Vivo, showcased lag-free 4K-video streaming on the X80 devices along with super-fast data upload and download. Vivo said it has collaborated with Jio to deliver unmatched customer experience to Indian customers.

The successful testing of the Vivo X80 devices showcased its future readiness and best-in-class capabilities to support the 5G network, enabling an enhanced user experience. It is a step forward in creating a handset ecosystem for the rapid adoption of 5G technology in the country, said Vivo in a statement.

The recently-launched X80 series is the flagship offering from Vivo, focused on capturing the premium-camera-experience market with a smart mix of technology and design aesthetics.

Expressing excitement on the development, Paigham Danish, Director Business Strategy, Vivo India, said, “The customer is at the centre of what we do at Vivo. We are all set to have users experience the full range of 5G-capable devices and build an end-to-end 5G ecosystem in partnership with Jio. We enjoy a long-term association with Jio and are delighted to have collaborated with them for 5G.”

“The 5G technology holds path-breaking potential for the telecom industry with extraordinary speed, greater data capacity, and unlimited connectivity. This partnership is a step towards providing hi-tech and efficient solutions for our customers, making them future-read,” said Danish.

The X series launched in 2020 is the premium flagship series by Vivo. This series features professional photography capabilities, premium sleek design, and unparallel performance developed on the back of cutting-edge technology.

Vivo X80 series arrives on May 18 with these lenses and processors

 

Price

After launching globally, Vivo recently introduced its premium X80 and X80 Pro smartphones in India. These phones are successor to the Vivo X70 series. Launched in two storage variants, Vivo X80 costs Rs 54,999 for its 8GB + 128GB model, while 12GB + 256GB model of the Vivo X80 is priced Rs 59,999. The Vivo X80 Pro carries the price tag of Rs 79,999 for the high-end 12GB + 256GB version. Vivo X80 Pro has been launched in Cosmic Black colours while the vanilla X80 also is also available in Urban Blue colour options.

Vivo X80 Specifications

Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor paired with Mali-G710 10-core GPU, the Vivo X80 sports a 6.78-inch FHD+ E5 AMOLED display with 2400×1800 pixels resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 240Hz touch sampling rate, a 1,000nits brightness and MEMC. It has 12GB RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The phone boots Android 12 OS with Funtouch 12 custom skin out of the box.

It comes with a triple camera setup, including a 50MP Sony IMX866 primary sensor with OIS support, f/1.75 aperture, LED flash, a 12MP Sony IMX663 ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP 50mm telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom support. It has a 32MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

The 4,500mAh battery is supported by 80W fast charging. Coming to the connectivity features, the Vivo X80 has 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS+GLONASS, and USB Type-C. The smartphone is equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor for security, stereo speakers, and a USB Type-C port for charging and data sync. The phone measures 164.95×75.23×8.30mm and weighs 206 grams.

Vivo X80 Pro Specifications

A 6.78-inch QHD+ E5 10-bit AMOLED LTPO display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1000Hz instant touch sampling rate, and MEMC, Vivo X80 Pro ships with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor paired with Adreno GPU for graphics. It packs 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The phone boots Android 12 with Funtouch 12 custom skin out of the box.

With quad camera set up at the back, the Vivo X80 Pro’ camera include a 50MP Samsung GNV sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide lens, a 12MP 50mm 2X portrait shooter and gimbal stabilisation, and an 8MP periscope lens with 5x optical and 60x digital zoom support. The smartphone is equipped with a 32MP snapper at the front for selfies.

There is a 4,700mAh battery with 80W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W wireless reverse charging. The phone is equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor for security, USB Type-C audio, and CS43131 Hi-Fi AMP, stereo speakers. Connectivity features of Vivo X80 Pro include 5G, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS (L1+L5 Dual Band) + GLONASS, and USB Type-C.

Also Read: Vivo X80 series smartphones launched in India, up for pre-booking

Realme inaugurates first ever store in Europe

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Realme Store Europe
Image courtesy: Madhav Sheth's twitter handle

Before launching its first flagship store in India, smartphone maker Realme has opened its first ever # store in Europe. Lurdy Ház shopping mall in Budapest, Hungary has become the first location to host the Realme store in Europe.

Highlighting the customer’s response, Madhav Sheth, VP of Realme and President of Realme International Business Group thanked fans for their overwhelming response to the first ever Realme store in Europe.

The newly inaugurated store has full product range of the brand including smartphones, earphones, and smart home devices, and AIoT products. Realme opened its first store in August 2020. Sheth had earlier announced that 300 exclusive stores would to be opened in the future

Currently, the Realme is preparing to inaugurate its first flagship store in India in Ahmedabad on June 1. The upcoming India store will will also act as a premium service centre.

In addition to display all of Realme’s products, the store will also take care of post-sale issues in a matter of minutes.

Realme has been delivering products among varied ranges, from entry-level to flagship smartphones. Realme achieved 177% annual growth in Europe in the first quarter of 2022. It is speculated that the launch of the Realme 9 series and the upcoming Realme GT NEO 3 series in Europe will boost revenue growth for the Company.

Last year, Realme emerged as the fastest brand ever to ship 100 million units. Additionally, the brand also quite aggressive with its 5G push. With more than 22% share, Realme led the market in 5G smartphone shipments in the second quarter of the last financial year.

 

The brand also grew a massive 140% Y-o-Y in Q2 2021 and captured the fourth position in the Indian smartphone market, gaining momentum.

Realme’s upcoming launch

The global emerging consumer technology company is expected to launch Pad X to Indian consumers soon. Last week Madhav Sheth teased the launch of the Pad X in India soon after its launch in China on May 26. Any development related to the launch of the device is yet to be revealed by the Company or its official.

Sheth’s twitter post signals that Pad X is likely to be available in Star Grey colour. Two other colour options Sea Salt Blue and Bright Chessboard Green are also likely to be available for Indian consumers. According to report, Realme Pad X has reportedly received certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

Available for pre-booking in China, Realme Pad X is powered by a Snapdragon 695 SoC paired with up to 6GB of RAM. Featuring an 11-inch 2K display Pad X is equipped with a quad speaker setup. The 8,340mAh battery is supported by 33W fast charging.

Packed with an 8,340mAh battery and supported by 33W fast charging, Pad X also offers support for the Realme Magnetic Stylus and smart keyboard, which are sold separately.

The Pad X carries the price of CNY 1,299 (roughly Rs. 15,000)  for the base 4GB RAM + 64GB storage model, while 6GB RAM + 128GB variant is priced Rs CNY 1599 (roughly Rs. 18,400).

Realme Pad X camera

The Realme Pad X is equipped with a 13-megapixel rear camera and 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera with 105-degree field-of-view for selfies and video chats. Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, and a USB Type-C port are the connectivity options on the tablet. Realme Magnetic Stylus and smart keyboard is also supported by the Pad X.

Also, Read Here: Realme unveils the GT Neo 3 Naruto Edition: Check details here

Tech News Wrap: Snapchat rolled out ‘Shared Stories’..and more

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Snapchat rolled out ‘Shared Stories’

Snapchat has rolled out its latest feature making it easier and more convenient for the users to share snaps together. It is named the ‘Shared Stories’. Using this new feature users can tap on the shared stories option and create a new story while selecting the same. In a way, the feature is like a group on WhatsApp where users can share images, and here instead the images will be Snaps created via the Snapchat camera and they will function as Snaps do.

Snapchat rolled out 'Shared Stories'

Shared Stories, according to Snapchat, are a new sort of Custom Stories, which previously enabled Snapchat users to create a Story and invite others to see and contribute to it. Now, with the new Shared Stories feature, users who have been added to the group can add their friends as well, “making it easier for the whole soccer team, camp, squad, or group of new coworkers to get in on the fun.” In a related post, Snapchat has also confirmed that it is working on a more enhanced parental controls feature, allowing the guardians to keep a track of their kids’ Snapchat activities.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro might feature an always-on display

As per some fresh tips, Apple’s upcoming iPhone 14 might feature an always-on display. This will only be available on its other higher versions- iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Reportedly, Apple is working on rolling the feature out with iOS 16, which will allow the top-end iPhone 14 Pro to show a few things on the display when it is locked. His intel corroborates what we have heard about the iPhone 14 Pro, and considering Gurman is a credible source, this could be the time that an always-on display will arrive on the iPhone.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro might feature an always-on display

According to Gurman, the always-on display mode on the iPhone will be the same as it is on the Apple Watch Series 5 and higher models. This directly indicates that both the supported models: the iPhone 14 Pro and the iPhone 14 Pro Max will lower the frame rate of the screen when the always-on mode is enabled, reducing the battery usage amount.

Samsung to soon reduce the production by 30M in 2022

Soon after Apple’s announcement of reducing its production to 20M this year, Samsung is next in the row. Reportedly, Samsung has announced cutting back on its production as well. The first quarter of 2022 had proven to be one of the best years for Samsung. The Samsung Galaxy S22 series managed to bag all the customers this year.  It is also one of the highest performing Q1s that Samsung has had in a long time. The demand for its Galaxy S22 series is still the highest. Following this high demand, Samsung also planned to produce almost 310 million smartphones at the start of the year. The brand also has almost 24% of the global smartphone market at its disposal.

Samsung to soon reduce the production by 30M in 2022

The most anticipated reasons for these major steps are similar to those of Apple. Inflation has resulted in a decrease in demand as well as greater expenses, resulting in reduced production. Furthermore, a key source of production stumbling blocks is the scarcity of chips.

Vivo T2X launched in China

The Vivo T2X arrived in China sooner than predicted. The mid-range smartphone was set to go on sale with the standard Vivo T2 starting June 6. The T2X, on the other hand, has been secretly disclosed by the brand, along with its price specs and features. The front camera is housed in a waterdrop notch on the Vivo T2X’s 6.58-inch IPS LCD. The phone’s display features a refresh rate of 144Hz and a touch sampling rate of 240Hz. It has a peak brightness of 650 nits and supports the DCI-P3 colour gamut.

Vivo T2X launched in China

The T2X packs a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 processor paired with 256GB of internal storage and 8GB RAM. It also features a massive 6000 mAh battery and supports 44W fast charging out of the box. With this speed, the company also claims that the phone can be charged from zero to 50 per cent in about 35 minutes. As for the camera, it has a 50MP primary camera supported by a 2MP macro sensor. The waterdrop notch houses a 16MP front camera sensor.

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You can now use WhatsApp with your iPad, here’s how

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WhatsApp is your popular messaging app going through continuous upgrades this year. We’ve lots of updates whether it’s the multi-device functionality, the communities, or the reaction feature, it has not missed fascinating the users this year. And, isn’t it funny that the iPhone users have full access to this great app but not their community brothers with iPads? Now it has something much better for you. Earlier, there was no dedicated iPad version of WhatsApp, but now it will have one! Read the details here!

WhatsApp to introduce an exclusive iPad version soon

There is no dedicated WhatsApp app for iPad users. For many years, they struggled to use the messaging app on their devices and have been demanding a distinct version for them. However, their wait may end soon. WhatsApp is all set to launch its iPad version, making it convenient for iPad users to access the app. India was the world’s leading country in terms of WhatsApp subscribers as of June 2021. In India, WhatsApp has 487 million users, making it the most popular messaging app in the country.

WhatsApp to introduce an exclusive iPad version soon

However, iPad has always been at the disadvantage of not getting to use the app freely. As the app does not work on iPad, customers have to utilise other messaging applications to communicate with their loved ones. And it was just sad to see them downloading other messaging apps on the iPad, but WhatsApp not being one of them. Existing iPad users have always demanded WhatsApp accessibility on their devices, and finally, their wishes might be granted soon.

Reportedly, the Meta-owned messaging app is expected to launch an iPad version soon. WhatsApp is working on a Multi-device 2.0, reported WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp features. It will have the ability to support iPads. This new ability would help the users to connect their iPads or Android tablets to their existing WhatsApp accounts. They would be able to login into their existing WhatsApp accounts using four different devices, thanks to the multi-device connectivity. However, they would not be able to access their accounts from two different phones at the same time. WhatsApp would allow its users to have their phone as their primary account. Then, they can use the same WhatsApp functions through WhatsApp Web, WhatsApp portal and WhatsApp desktop versions.

The report also says that WhatsApp is working to bring the app support for Macbooks as well. It will soon come up with a macOS version to support WhatsApp on Macbooks too. Currently, you can find WhatsApp on your respective systems, Play Store for Android and App Store for iPhone.

WhatsApp exclusive iPad version: Availability

The launch of the multi-device 2.0 or the macOS version is unknown. However, it is expected to be launched soon.

Other new features from WhatsApp this year

WhatsApp has introduced quite an interesting feature this year. This is what all you’ve got!

Accessing DigiLocker through WhatsApp

As part of the new initiative, citizens from across the country will be able to download or access the documents such as PAN card, Driving License, CBSE Class X Passing Certificate, Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC), Insurance Policy – Two Wheeler, Class X and XII Marksheet, Insurance Policy Document (life and non-life available on Digi locker) with ease and convenience, from the safety of their homes. Creating and authenticating the Digilocker account will also be possible through WhatsApp. The decision has been taken to help promote digital inclusion and efficient governance. Availability of the MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsApp will help citizens to get access to governance and government services at their fingertips. Read More: Access Digilocker services on the MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsApp, here is how

Download all your WhatsApp data

Reportedly, WhatsApp Desktop is developing a feature that would allow users to download all their account information easily. Users won’t even need to use the app on their phones. While it already allows users to download all the information it collects about them, it is still only available on mobile unless you are on a particular beta version of the desktop interface.

Silently exit the group

WhatsApp will soon allow the users to make a quiet exit from all unnecessary conversations as well as groups. The feature is called the Silent Exit which will allow the members to leave groups quietly. Also, other group members will not be aware of their exit, which is one of the best parts of it. As per the information on WABetaInfo, only the members who have left their groups and their group admins will be notified about it. WABetaInfo said, “WhatsApp normally adds a system message in the chat to inform all participants that you exited the group: this information will only show up to group admins in the future. Group admins should always be notified about what happens in their groups, so it is needed to show them who exited a group.”

Quick message reactions

The feature has made quite a thud in the market since its availability. It was also one of the most-awaited features on WhatsApp. Just like Instagram, users can now react to messages and save themselves from all the forced conversations they had to be part of before. You get five emojis and you can use whichever suits your conversation the best, Reactions feature on WhatsApp start rolling out today, says Mark Zuckerberg. Now you can easily show your affection and still walk away nicely from all the awkward texts using the heart emoji in your WhatsApp chats. Here’s a quick guide on how you can use the reactions if you still struggling to do it! Read here: Here’s your quick guide on how to react to any WhatsApp messages

Redmi 11 5G specs and price tipped ahead of its India launch

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Redmi 11 5G specs and price tipped ahead of its India launch

The Redmi numbering series is one of the most popular smartphones that the brand is selling in India. These come with some really exceptional features offered at such an unbelievable price range. Now, the brand has confirmed that it is all set to add a new number series to its portfolio- The Redmi 115G.

This entry-level 5G smartphone, but will also have its parent-brand name, i.e. Xiaomi. Xiaomi has confirmed that the launch will happen in the second quarter of 2022, making its debut very obvious in the coming June. However, we now have some information on what can be expected from this latest Redmi smartphone. Let’s take a look at the device’s specifications, which are also mentioned in the report.

Redmi 11 5G: Specifications (Expected)

Redmi 11 5G is expected to feature a good 6.58-inches display paired with FHD+ resolution. It is not yet confirmed though, but the device might also come with a 90Hz refresh rate to offer a great lag-free experience.

Moving to the processor, the gadget will be powered by the Dimensity 700 SoC, which will be combined with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage. This is also not the only option that you have. The phone will also feature an expandable memory feature via a microSD card. Furthermore, for the users to run their errands the whole day, this new device will come with a 5000mAh battery paired with an 18W fast-charging capability.

Redmi 11 5G: Specifications (Expected)

Coming to the optics, the smartphone might feature a double camera configuration on the back. It will come with a 50MP primary camera paired with a 2-megapixel secondary camera. For some amazing selfies, the phone will come with a 5MP camera at the front covered with a notch design.

Aside from that, the smartphone will include a fingerprint scanner on the side and will be 9mm thick.

Redmi 11 5G: Price and availability

Reportedly, Xiaomi Redmi 11 5G is expected to launch in India somewhere around the second quarter of 2022. The report further reveals that though the exact launch date of the phone is not known yet, it is expected to be priced at Rs 13,999 for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage variant