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OnePlus 10 Pro finally comes into being, OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2 also launched: Price, specs and more

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Following a series of rumours and speculations, OnePlus has finally launched the much-awaited OnePlus 10 Pro smartphone in India. The all-new flagship device comes as the successor to the OnePlus 9 Pro launched last year. Being the most expensive smartphone from the house of the popular Chinese brand, the OnePlus 10 Pro comes with new specifications and camera improvements, having the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC.

In addition, OnePlus also unveiled a new colourway for the OnePlus Buds Pro called Radiant Silver and the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2 at the event.

OnePlus 10 Pro-1

Prices and Availability

The OnePlus 10 Pro comes in two RAM/ROM configurations – 8GB/128GB and 12GB/256GB. While the former will be available for Rs 66,999, the latter will cost you Rs 71,999. The smartphone comes in two colour options – Volcanic Black and Emerald Forest – and will be up for grabs from April 5 via open sales.

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Meanwhile, the new Radiant Silver colour for the OnePlus Buds Pro is priced at Rs 9,990. On the other hand, the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2 comes with a price tag of Rs 1,999 and will come in Magico Black and Beam Blue colour options. Both the accessories will also go on open sale from April 5.

OnePlus 10 Pro Specifications

The all-new OnePlus 10 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with 525 ppi and 120Hz refresh rate along with an LTPO 2.0 panel. The display offers a resolution of 3216 x 1440 and comes with 1300 nits peak brightness. It gets an aspect ratio of 20.1:9 and a screen-to-body ratio of 92.7%. The screen is further protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, coupled with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The phone runs OxygenOS 12.1 based on Android 12 and will get three years of software updates.

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In terms of optics, the handset flaunts a triple camera setup on the back – a 48-megapixel Sony IMX789 main sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultrawide Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor with 150-degree field of view and an 8-megapixel telephoto lens with OIS which is said to be capable of 3.3x optical zoom and 30x digital zoom. Up front, it offers a 32-megapixel Sony IMX615 selfie shooter that is also used for video calls. The smartphone supports up to 4K video recording at 30/60/120fps or 8K at 24fps.

The OnePlus 10 Pro is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with fast charge support. It can be charged at up to 80W wired – from 1-100% in 32 minutes. The flagship device also supports n1, n3, n5, n8, n40, n41, n78 and n79 bands (NSA) and n1, n3, n5, n8, n28A, n40, n41, n78 and n79 bands (SA) in India.

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2

Talking about the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2, the neckband-style earphone comes with 12.4mm drivers and has support for AAC and SBC. It also features Bluetooth 5.0 and a 200mAh battery which claims to provide a battery life of about 30 hours. The all-new Bullets Wireless Z2 also supports fast charging and will provide 20 hours of playback with a 10 minute-charge, as per the company. The neckband comes with an IP55-rating, which means it’s safe from water and dust.

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Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G to foray into Indian market on April 12

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After introducing Xiaomi 12 Pro phone in other markets, Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has teased the launch of its Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G phone in India. The launch tease came minutes before OnePlus was about to launch its new flagship phone in India. According to a tweet by Manu Kumar Jain, global VP, Xiaomi, Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G phone will be launched in India on April 12.

The upcoming phone will feature a 6.67-inch 2K AMOLED panel with a peak brightness of 1500 nits and 120Hz refresh rate similar to OnePlus 10 Pro.

Xiaomi 12 Pro comes with stereo speakers, IR Blaster, a USB Type-C port and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

The smartphone runs Android 12-based MIUI 13 out of the box. Equipped with triple camera setup at the back with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX 707 main sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera. The Xiaomi 12 Pro features a 32-megapixel front camera for better selfies and video calling.

Xiaomi 12 Pro sources its fuel from a 4,600 mAh battery which supports 120W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging.

The screen of Xiaomi 12 Pro is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip paired with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB UFS3.1 storage will also be there.

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Tech NewsWrap: Nothing teases an announcement today… and more

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Nothing teases to announce a new product today

Nothing smartphoneNothing has a teaser to introduce “(1) More Thing” today, April Fools’ Day, after announcing its first-ever smartphone about a week ago. The teaser depicts a smartphone’s bottom edge, which features a USB-C charging connector and speaker grilles on either side of the port. The smartphone appears to feature a metallic frame and curved corners. In terms of colour, the smartphone’s back is black. To add to the realism, Nothing has changed its Twitter handle from “Nothing” to “Another,” implying that a new smartphone is on the way.

OnePlus 10 Pro launched at Rs 66,999

OnePlus 10 Pro

The latest flagship from OnePlus, the OnePlus 10 Pro, has finally found its way to the international market, including India. Except for a few minor differences, the worldwide edition is very similar to the Chinese version. The 8GB edition of the OnePlus 10 Pro costs Rs 66,999 in India. The 12GB/256B storage model will set you back Rs 71,999. The new flagship will be available for purchase starting April 5 on Amazon and the OnePlus website. The phone will be offered in two colour options: Volcanic Black and Emerald Forest.

Realme C31 launched in India

Realme C31Realme has released the Realme C31 smartphone in India, with a starting price of Rs 8,999. A 5,000 mAh battery, an octa-core UniSoC T612 chipset, and a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD display are among the smartphone’s strengths. The smartphone has a TÜV Rheinland High-Reliability Certification, according to the company. The Realme C31 is available in two storage options. The 3GB RAM + 32GB storage model costs Rs 8,999, while the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage model costs Rs 9,999. The smartphone will go on sale on Flipkart and Realme.com on April 6 at 12 p.m.

Apple releases iOS 15.4.1

iPhoneApple released iOS 15.4.1 to address battery drain issues that were plaguing iPhone and iPad customers with the prior version. Users of tvOS, watchOS, and macOS will also receive upgrades from the tech giant. iPhone 6s and after, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 2 and iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini 4 and later, and iPod touch are all compatible with iOS 15.4.1 and iPadOS 15.4.1. (7th generation). The update includes a number of important bug fixes for your device which includes battery damage issue and more.

 

 

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Xiaomi launches a powerful trio of 5G-enabled smartphones: Details inside

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On Tuesday, Redmi launched three new 5G phones worldwide. Two of the smartphones are from the Redmi Note 11 series, while the third is from the Redmi 10 series, which is more on the affordable side. This is what we have to share!

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G is the most expensive of the phones that have been released. It comes with a Dimensity 920 CPU, up to 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of inbuilt storage. The phone comes with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz fast refresh rate. The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ features a 108-megapixel main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor in terms of cameras. The device’s 120-watt HyperCharge technology is its most notable feature.

Redmi 11S

The Redmi Note 11S 5G follows, which is just a rebadged Poco M4 Pro 5G. The phone has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a refresh rate of 90Hz. It has an octa-core Dimensity 810 processor with a 2.4GHz clock speed. This gadget from Redmi comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. On the rear, there’s a 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel macro sensor, as well as a triple camera system. It comes with a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W charging.

Redmi 10 5G

Redmi 10 5G

The Redmi 10 5G was also announced by Redmi. The phone’s specifications are comparable to the Redmi Note 11E, which was released in China earlier this month. On this phone, Redmi employs the Dimensity 700 chipset, which is 5G compatible. The Redmi 105G has a 6.58-inch IPS LCD display with a refresh rate of 90Hz. It has a dual-camera system with a 50-megapixel primary lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor on the back. The phone has a 5000mAh battery that supports 18W charging.

Price and Availability

 

The base 6GB RAM and 128GB storage edition of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G costs $369. The intermediate model costs $399 and has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, while the top-end model costs $499 and has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There are two versions of the Redmi Note 11S. The base model with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage costs $279, while the top-of-the-line model with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage costs $299. Finally, the Redmi 10 5G costs $199 for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage version, and $229 for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage version. These phones will be available for purchase beginning April 6, with availability varying by area.

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Tamasha Live now lands on Google Play Store: Here’s what it offers

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Live community gaming platform Tamasha Live, which serves as a lucrative avenue for micro and nano influencers from Tier 2 and 3 cities to host live social games, is now available on the Google Play store. The innovative online gaming platform helps influencers instantly monetize their engagement.

“We are excited to announce that we are now available on Google Play store. Ever since we launched the platform in 2020, the growth has been significant. We already have an extensive user base and we owe all the success to our hard-working team as well as our loyal user base who have supported us in our journey,” said Saurabh Gupta, Co-founder and CEO, Tamasha Live.

Tamasha Live has grown fast since its launch two years ago. It hosts five different games in the English language, both in live audio and video formats. Over seven prominent developers are claimed to be currently associated with Tamasha Live, generating income by publishing games and giving access to the robust community base.

“Not only do we plan to bring some innovative monetization tools for the creators but we also aim to add 25mn+ monthly active users by end of this year. Our team is building various games that are aligned with Indian audience needs and likings to attract more communities along with introducing various new-age community games,” said Gupta in a statement.

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Siddharth Swarnkar, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Tamasha Live, said, “With the world moving towards the metaverse, we at Tamasha are aiming to build a one-of-a-kind platform for gaming community engagement through Tambola (Housie), Ludo, Chidiya Udd, and many more fun games over live audio rooms. We are focusing on giving users access to exceptional gaming experiences, allowing them to socialise with their fellow players, monetize and bring a new dimension to engagement, albeit digitally.”

According to Tamasha Live, the users have created various clubs on the platform that are similar to online hangout zones. This enables users to socialize and interact with one another, connect over common interests, and engage in meaningful conversations. The platform today hosts over 4,000 such clubs along with 3,000-plus creators who have successfully built their communities on the platform.

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Acer Nitro 5 with 12th Gen Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors launched for a powerful gaming performance

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Equipped with a lightning-quick 165Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time, a dual-fan cooling system and a quad-exhaust port design, Taiwanese multinational hardware manufacturer Acer has launched all-new refresh Acer Nitro 5. The new laptop by Acer comes with 12th Gen Intel® Core i5 and Core i7 processors and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 30 Series GPUs for a powerful gaming performance.

With an 80% screen-to-body ratio, the just launched Acer Nitro 5 has a thin bezel, 165Hz refresh rate, and 3ms response time. With Windows 11 and a redesigned chassis, Acer Nitro 5 comes with dual-fan cooling

With the help of NitroSense utility app, users can control fan speeds as per their requirement of cooling power. NitroSense utility app is a built-in software solution that enables users to overclock their CPU/GPU and customize the 4-zone RGB keyboard’s lighting.

Webcam with Temporal Noise Reduction, Killer DoubleShotTM Pro, and ThunderboltTM 4 Type-C port, Voice technology with AI noise reduction in dual built-in microphones are other important features of the newly launched laptop Acer Nitro 5.

Price and availability

To offer extra features and a more immersive user experience, the new Nitro 5 has been designed especially for gamers. It carries a price tag of Rs84,999. Nitro 5 can be purchased on store.acer.com, Acer Exclusive Stores, Amazon, Croma & Vijay Sales.

Configure the laptop for maximum speed and massive storage with two slots for M.2 PCIe SSDs1 and up to 32GB of DDR4 3200 RAM.

Acer Intro

On launching the latest laptop Nandakumar, Director – Product Management, Acer India, stated, “Acer Nitro series of laptops carry the unbeatable legacy of powerful gaming experience with the latest technology at value price points. Gaming taking the centre stage for the past few years, Nitro 5 laptop comes with the latest new and improved 12th generation Intel core i7 processor that offers exceptional gaming performance and we are proud and elated to bring this new laptop to Indian gaming enthusiasts. The newly launched Nitro 5 sports a classic look with its refined new chassis and screen giving our users a premium gaming experience.”

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Realme Smart TV Stick: Launching this April with full HD support

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Realme GT 2 Pro is not all that Realme has to offer now. It is bringing a new Realme Smart TV stick very soon to the Indian market. It is not the first time Realme is bringing a smart TV gadget to the market. We have seen Mi TV Stick and Fire TV Stick that work really well and give the comfort that we need today and now the list is going to add a  new item to it. Although the launch has some days left, the listing for the same has appeared on Flipkart already. Here is all that we know about it.

Realme Smart TV Stick

Realme is already preparing to unveil the GT pro 2 in India the next month. However, it has some more devices to launch with the smartphone on April 7, 2022.  Reportedly, the brand is also preparing to unveil a new TV accessory in the shape of a smart TV stick on the same day. Yes. The most rumoured, Realme’s Smart TV Stick will make its debut in India, and here’s all we know so far about the same!

Realme Smart TV Stick: Launch date

After the Realme 4K Smart Google TV Stick, which was introduced in India in October 2021, the Realme Smart TV Stick would be the company’s second streaming gadget. The new model will be unveiled in India on April 7 at 12:30 p.m., with the ceremony being broadcast live on YouTube. The tablet has been posted on Flipkart ahead of its launch, disclosing several major characteristics. While the name of the streaming stick may sound similar to that of the 4K model, the future model has a few key differences. Let’s take a look at the Realme Smart TV Stick’s features.

TV Stick specs

For starters, unlike the previously released model, the new Smart TV Stick would only offer Full HD visual quality rather than 4K. The gadget is reported to have exceptional image quality, support for 60 frames per second video, and HDR10+ compatibility. HDMI 2.0 compatibility is also included.

The mini-sized stick features an HDMI connector as well as a micro USB port for charging. The smartphone is powered by a quad-core ARM Cortex-A35 SoC and has 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage. To put things in perspective, the 4K model has 2GB of RAM and 8GB of storage.

Realme smart TV feature

Another significant difference is the use of the Android 11 TV platform rather than the Google TV platform found in the 4K stick. While the Google TV UI will be absent, Android TV 11 will support all streaming applications and provide access to the Google Play Store and services.

In terms of cost, the Realme Smart TV Full HD version should be less expensive than the 4K variant (Rs 3,999), and it will compete in India with Mi TV Stick and Amazon Fire Stick.

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Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 India launch teased officially: Details inside

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Xiaomi India is preparing to launch a new product in the nation very soon. The Mi Pad 5 Android tablet is about to hit the market, according to the company. Xiaomi, on Tuesday, posted a teaser that reads, “Let’s tab,” which is another way of saying that its tablet will be unveiled in India.

The official tweet from the top executive said, “Mi Fans, we’re gearing up to make your wish come true. Always believe in the power of making dreams come true. #KeepTabsOnUs in the power of making dreams come true. #KeepTabsOnUs.”

On the Xiaomi India website, there’s also a dedicated webpage, however it simply displays a countdown for April 1 at 12 PM IST. It will be interesting to see if this is the debut date or simply a timeline to provide further information. However, given that April 1 falls within that timeframe, it’s feasible Xiaomi has an April Fool’s joke up its sleeve as well.

Xiaomi has been responding to users on social media, assuring them that the rumoured Mi Pad 5 tablet will be released in India at a reasonable price.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 specifications

The Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 was released a few months ago and looks to be a compelling mid-range tablet. It has a Snapdragon 860 processor, 6GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of storage. The Mi Pad 5 comes with an 11-inch WQHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Mi-Pad-5

Moving to optics, the tablet has a rear camera with 13 megapixels and a front camera with 8 megapixels. The Mi Pad 5 includes quad Dolby Atmos speakers, making it ideal for watching movies on the go.

The Mi Pad 5 comes pre-installed with Android 11 with MIUI 12.5 custom skin, as well as an 8,720mAh battery with 33W fast-charging capabilities. It weighs 511 grams and measures 254.69×166.25×6.85mm.

Xiaomi’s countdown could potentially indicate that the company will reveal more information, such as the Mi Pad 5’s launch date in India.

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RealmeBudsAir3 to arrive in India on April 7

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After launching at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022, the Chinese smartphone maker Realme has announced to launch a new earbuds in April. According to the latest update, Realme will launch realmeBudsAir3 on April 7. The event will be live streamed on official channels of the Company at 12.30 pm.

“A noise-free era is calling with the #realmeBudsAir3! Are you ready to turn the #NoiseOffRockOn? Launching at 12:30 PM, 7th April on our official channels (sic),” reads a tweet by the Realme.

Realme erabuds

Realme has not revealed the exact price, however, it seems to be priced less than Rs4000. The Company will offer flat Rs500 off the upcoming realmeBudsAir3.

Equipped with powerful 42dB noise cancellation, whether you are on a flight, in the city streets or in a noisy office, Realme claims to offer complete peace with industry-leading ANC.

The upcoming earbuds feature a 10mm dynamic bass boost driver. The earbuds support noise cancellation and come with a water-resistant design.

Realme Buds Air 3 also supports fast charging and with 10 minutes of charge users can enjoy up to 100 minutes of music play. The Realme Buds Air 3 is equipped with dual AI mic cancellation for calls.

Realme BudsAir 3

To play you need to double tap your earbuds while triple-tap is needed to skip. To change modes you need to long press the Realme Buds Air 3.

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Mivi coming up shortly with 2 Made-in-India soundbars: Features and availability

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Homegrown digital product maker Mivi is all set to bolster its audio segment with the launch of a 2.2 channel 60W and 100W soundbars that come with 2 in-built subwoofers and multiple EQ modes.

According to the company, these soundbars are designed taking the Indian consumers preferences and needs into consideration and are built with a bass heavy profile. Meticulously designed exterior with metal casing provides a premium finish and a superior look, said Mivi in a statement.

These soundbars are slated to be launched in the coming week and will be available on Mivi.in and Flipkart at attractive launch prices, as per the company.

“We are thrilled to expand our product line with the upcoming soundbars, which will entirely be manufactured in our Hyderabad manufacturing plant. We believe that this is another step towards revolutionising the Indian consumer tech market and will be launching more such products soon,” said Midhula Devabhaktuni, Co-founder and CMO, Mivi.

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It must be noted that the OTT market in India is projected to be worth $15 billion by 2030. With the rise in OTT consumption, there has been an increase in demand for home audio systems that provide consumers with a home theatre experience. Mivi claims these soundbars have been manufactured in India only.

Mivi, of late, seems to be aggressive with launches in India. Early this month, the company launched two Bluetooth neckband earphones, ThunderBeats2 and ConquerX at a competitive price of Rs 999. The neckbands come with 10mm solid bass and crisp audio drivers. They are stylishly designed feather-light neckband earbuds with an IPX4 rating, making them dust, sweat and water resistant. Voice assistants like Siri and Google are included into the Mivi ThunderBeats 2 and ConquerX.

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