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Amazefit Pop 2 launched as a budget smartwatch in India
Sports large 1.78-inch AMOLED display
Bluetooth calling enabled
Over 10 hours of backup with 270 mAh battery unit
Supports over 100 watch faces
Amazefit is one of the most noted brands for digital accessories and smart wearables such as fitness bands and smartwatches. The Amazefir GTS and GTR series smartwatches are the best options for premium audiences. The company has now expanded its product portfolio in the smartwatch segment with the launch of the Amazefit Pop 2. The latest smartwatch comes with a reasonable price tag and offers features such as Bluetooth calling and a large color AMOLED display.
Amazefit Pop 2 Smartwatch Key Features And Specifications
Display And Design
The Amazefit Pop 2 smartwatch brings some exceptional features for a budget price point. Starting with the dial, the company has integrated a large 1.78-inch display in this budget smartwatch. The panel type is AMOLED which brings out the best colors and makes content lively and vibrant. The dial shape is square which falls in line with modern smartwatches.
It features standard silicon straps that will be comfortable to wear even during rigorous activities. The straps are not removable. The watch also features a glossy stainless steel crown that adds to its unique appeal.
Health And Sports Features
The Amazefit Pop 2 is packed with an advanced biosensor that can show accurate SpO2 levels within 16 seconds. The smartwatch can monitor heart rate, and blood oxygen levels, and offers over 100 sports modes.
The Amazefit Pop 2 smartwatch can easily recognize four common physical activities such as walking, running, and working out on rowing and elliptical workout machines. The Amazefit Pop 2 smartwatch is compatible with Zepp Active app with which users can track all the data on their respective smartphones and change watch faces, and more.
Bluetooth Calling, Battery Backup
The Amazefit Pop 2 is one of most affordable smartwatches that comes with a Bluetooth calling feature. The smartwatch has an integrated microphone and speaker that aids with Bluetooth calling. The battery packed inside the Amazefit Pop 2 smartwatch is of 270 mAh capacity that the brand claims can deliver up to 10 days with normal usage.
Amazfit, a leading worldwide smart wearables brand, has added the Amazfit Pop 2 to its smart wearables lineup. This latest edition of the series offers exceptional battery performance and a large immersive display and Bluetooth calling feature, as well as a number of enhanced sporting capabilities
Amazefit Pop 2 India Price And Sale Details
The Amazefit Pop 2 has been launched with Rs. 3,999 price tag. This smartwatch can be purchased via the Amazefit official website starting November 23rd. On the other hand, it will also be made available via Flipkart starting November 22 with a Rs. 3,299 price label.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 launched for most premium Android phones
Built on 4nm fabrication
Rivals MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chipset
Brings over 35 percent better CPU and 25 percent better GPU performance
LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.0 storage compatibility
Improved AI capabilities
OnePlus, OPPO, Xiaomi, Realme amongst first brands to use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile chipset
Qualcomm is populating its product portfolio with the launch of new Snapdragon series mobile processors. The brand earlier launched the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 and the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipsets for budget and mid-range phones. Now, the company has introduced its most advanced SoC in the form of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The latest octa-core mobile chipset by Qualcomm is designed to be the powerhouse for high-end flagship phones going forward. What improvements this new premium Snapdragon chipset offers over the previous-gen model? Read on below:
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Chipset Key Highlights
Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship mobile processor at the Snapdragon summit 2022. Qualcomm has revealed the new premium octa-core chipset can deliver around 35 and 25 percent better CPU and GPU performance respectively compared to its predecessor.
This top-of-the-line Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset is fabricated using a 4nm process which is also used by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chipset. Qualcomm further has enabled this premium mobile chipset with the Ray Tracing feature for mobile games. This is one of the biggest highlights of this latest Snapdragon chipset.
In addition to the improved CPU and GPU performance, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 also brings better AI capabilities and connectivity support. This chipset will not only support faster 5G network support but also Wi-Fi 7 for improved internet speeds. Qualcomm has integrated its in-house FastConnect 7800 connectivity system that helps with high-speed internet speeds (5.8Gbps).
When we speak of the CPU cores, the Snapdragon 8 gen 2 processor has an octa-core cluster design comprising one 3.2GHz prime core, four 2.8GHz performance cores, and three 2.0GHz efficiency cores. The memory compatibility is LPDDR5x RAM, while the storage compatibility is UFS 4.0.
In terms of multimedia (ISP) compatibility, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor offers up to 144Hz QHD+ display resolution or 4K @60Hz and can record up to 8K HDR videos @30fps. This processor also brings in support for 4K@120fps vidos and has multiple format support including Dolby Vision, HDR/ HDR 10+, and HLG, etc.
List Of Smartphones Powered By Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Chipset
As of now, the exact smartphone models that will be announced with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset isn’t confirmed. OPPO could be amongst the first brands to launch the Find X2 with this flagship mobile chipset. Other brands that are confirmed to launch smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset are Xiaomi, Realme, Vivo, and OnePlus. Samsung and iQOO could also join this bandwagon going forward, but the exact timeline would be difficult to analyze.
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G clears Bluetooth SIG Certification
Could launch with 6.8-inch FHD+ display
50MP Primary camera tipped
Android 13 OS will be pre-installed
Samsung has started sending the next lot of Galaxy A series phones to the production bay. The Galaxy A14 is one of the variants which has started showing up via leaks online. The device first made its sightings in the form of 5K renders and 360-degree shared exclusively via Giznext. Since then, it has been spotted multiple times and even has cleared its certification suggesting an upcoming launch. It now has cleared Bluetooth SIG certification as well which confirms its arrival in the Indian market.
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G Gets Bluetooth SIG Certified
The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G has been listed at the Bluetooth SIG portal with multiple model numbers. The handset is spotted on the certification website with the SM-A146U, SM-A146VL, SM-A146W, SM-A146U, SM-A146 U1/DS, SM-A146P, and SM-A146P/N. These model numbers are almost similar. The difference is only the model names for different markets. In addition to India, the Galaxy A14 5G is also said to mark its debut in the USA, Canada, South Korea, and other regions.
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G Key Speculations
The Galaxy A14 5G’s Bluetooth SIG listing only reveals Bluetooth 5.3 wireless network support. But thanks to past leaks, other details such as display, processor, camera, and battery features are known. According to the rumors, Samsung will possibly use an in-house Exynos processor to power its cheapest 5G phone. The brand could either use the Exynos 1330 or the Exynos 1380 processor inside the Galaxy A14 5G.
Speaking of the screen, the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G will be sporting a 6.8-inch display. It’ll be an IPS LCD screen that will offer an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels. It would feature a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera. A large 13MP sensor will be used for selfies and video calling.
Samsung is further said to use 50MP primary camera for imaging on the Galaxy A14 5G. However, the additional sensor details are unspecified at this point. The budget 5G Samsung phone’s configuration details are also a mystery, but it could come with a maximum of 6 or 8GB RAM along with a 128GB storage option.
Samsung will be opting for the latest Android 13 OS as the firmware on the Galaxy A14 5G. A custom OneUI interface will also be pre-loaded. The rumor mill is just to give details related to the battery capacity, but a wild guess would be at least a 5,000 mAh unit with fast charging support.
Vivo Y76s specifications leaked on China Telecom website
Will sport FHD+ display
Dual rear cameras with 50MP main lens
Android 11 OS, Dimensity 700 chipset
Expected India price Rs. 25,000
Vivo is all set to expand its budget Y smartphone series with the launch of the Y76s (t1 version). This upcoming Y series phone is said to be another budget Android phone from the Chinese tech brand. Vivo is rumored to make a slight alteration to the Y76’s spec sheet and launch it with the Y76s (t1 version) moniker. Ahead of the launch, the China Telecom website has revealed all the crucial details related to the Vivo Y76s key specifications and features.
Vivo Y76s (t1 version) Budget Android Phone Specifications Leak
Display And Camera
The Vivo Y76s (t1 version) display tipped by the China Telecom website is a standard IPS LCD screen with a waterdrop notch. The display on the tweaked Y76s variant will have an FHD+ resolution. However, the refresh rate is not confirmed yet. In the camera department, the Vivo Y76s (t1 version) is said to accommodate a 50MP main camera at the back.
The camera setup will additionally feature a 2MP sensor likely for depth effects. The camera setup will be placed inside a rectangular module along with an LED flash. The selfie camera could be an 8MP or a 16MP lens with an f/2.4 aperture.
Processor, Configuration And Battery
The Vivo Y76s (t1 version) will be using an entry-level 5G chipset. The China Telecom listing confirms the octa-core MT6833 processor. This processor is also known as the Dimensity 700 which has been one of the common chipsets used by budget 5G phones this year. The RAM and storage configuration has not been confirmed but it could be up to 8GB RAM and 128GB onboard storage.
This phone will possibly integrate a dedicated microSD card slot which will offer additional storage support. The device will be launched with dated Android 11 OS and have a Funtouch OS 11 UI. Battery capacity tipped is 4,100 mAh. The fast charging capacity isn’t confirmed but the possibility of it being present can’t be ruled out.
Vivo Y76s (t1 version) Color Options, Expected Price
The Vivo Y76s (t1 version) is said to come in three color options namely Starry Night, Galaxy White, and Diamond White. The pricing mentioned on the China Telecom website is CNY 2199 which is around Rs. 25,00 in Indian currency.
Honda’s first electric scooter Benly e test mule spotted in Banglore
Designed specifically for cargo and delivery riders
Benley E I and Benley EII are the two variants
Could launch with 2.8Kw/ 5.7 Kw electric motor
Benley e I offer up to 47 km per charge range with 30 kmph speed
Benley e II can deliver up to 87 km per charge with 30 kmph speed
Honda, the Japanese automotive giant is widely popular in the two-wheeler segment in India. Not just bikes, Honda has been dominating the automatic scooter segment as well in the country. And with the e-scooter demands spiking up, Honda is now all set to mark its presence across the EV segment with the launch of the Benly e-electric scooter. The Honda Benly e-electric scooter’s test mule already made its sighting a year back sometime in June. Now, a fresh sighting of the Benly e-test model has surfaced.
Honda Benly E-Electric Scooter New Test Mule Spotted Again
The latest Hona Benly e-electric scooter’s latest test model has been spotted by Zigwheels. The test model has made its sighting near the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India), Bengaluru. The first Honda Benly e-electric scooter fresh test module sighting hints at its imminent launch. But unlike the previous test mule, this one was spotted in its full glory without any camouflage wrapping. In fact, the Benly e-electric scooter’s latest test model is spotted with a dealership number plate.
More Than A Conventional E-Scooter Design
The Honda Benly e electric scooter isn’t any regular-looking e-scooter. It rather brings a utility-oriented design contrary to what the popular Ola S1 and Ather 450X offer. With the big parcel carrier tucked right above the headlight and a large flat luggage mount, the Honda Benly e-scooter is apparently designed for delivery and cargo riders.
The first Honda e-scooter will offer a compact yet cushioned rider seat for comfortable rides, while the footboard is also designed for better holding capacity with luggage. Upfront, the headlight will be round which along with the round digital instrument cluster and rearview mirrors gives it a retro yet modern look.
Honda Benley E I Electric Scooter Key Features
The Honda Benley e electric scooter has been introduced in international markets in two different variants namely Benly e I and Benly e II. The test model of the first Honda electric scooter for India spotted is said to be the Benley e I.
This electric scooter model is equipped with a 2.8KW electric motor that churns out a peak power of 3.8bhp and 13Nm of torque. With a limited speed of around 30 kmph, the Benley e I is said to offer a 43 km range per charge.
Honda Benley E II Electric Scooter Key Features
On the other hand, the Honda Benly e electric scooter is powered by a slightly bigger 4.2kW electric motor that generates around 5.7 bhp and 15 Nm of peak torque. This variant is touted to offer up to 60 km range with around 60 kmph speed and approx. 87 km per charge range when the speeds are lower at around 30 kmph.
Honda Benley E Electric Scooter Dimensions, Color Option
The Honda Benly e I and II measures 1820 x 720 x 1025 mm in length, width, and height respectively and weigh around 84 kg with battery. The seat height offered by the Benley e electric scooter is 710 mm which is apt for riders with both small and tall height. If we speak of the color option, the Benley e comes in a single white color option.
Unique color changing back panel with Polychromatic Photoisomer technology
64MP triple rear cameras capture clear shots
32MP massive selfie snapper
5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging technology
Cons
Average low light cameras
Pre-installed bloatware
India is one of the biggest markets for budget smartphones. Entry-level and mid-range Android phones have the largest user base in the country. The brands that are ruling this segment, specifically the sub Rs. 20,000 price category include Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo, and others. But lately, Tecno has emerged as a powerful contender in the mid-range smartphone market in India and global regions with its value-for-money products.
Tecno is bringing in some unique models for a budget price point. The recently introduced Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian is the best example of the same. This affordable Android handset sets itself apart from the crowd with its color-changing design and mid-range gaming chipset. The Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondarian edition can be purchased at Rs. 17,999 in India with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration. Is the unique style statement enough to recommend this handset? Let’s find out in this review:
Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition Review
Design
The Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian isn’t any standard-looking mid-range handset. Tecno has brought in a color-changing design which is the most unique design aspect that you can find in the mid-range segment. Until now, the Vivo V25 series took center stage with a color-changing back panel. However, Tecno has taken this design approach a step ahead and has improved the overall theme that is based on Mondrian art.
The Camon 19 Pro Mondrian edition’s back panel is painted in white and you will see a blocked pattern (square blocks) that itself makes the design unique. You don’t see the colors changing right away, the trick is to see the back panel in sunlight.
As soon as you expose the Camon 19 Pro in direct sunlight, you will see the white blocks changing to pink and purple shades. It’s for the first time we have seen a brand using Polychromatic Photoisomer technology to design a mid-range phone. This is what aids with the color change in the back panel when directly exposed to sunlight.
Not just the color changing theme, the Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition’s white matte surface and a flat frame thin profile add all the necessary pointers to the design. The rear panel is protected from dust and dirt and also isn’t a fingerprint or smudge magnet, unlike the other phones in this segment. Its 200 grams body weight makes it easily portable and you don’t feel any extra bulk inside your pockets while carrying it around.
Even the rear camera module featuring two massive camera rings protruding from the body enhances the appeal of this handset. The remaining design aspects include the volume and power keys on the right spine and a dedicated microSD card slot on the left. At the bottom, it stores the USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and the speaker grille.
Overall usability factor is good with the flat frame design and the large yet reasonably sized screen that makes it slightly easy to operate with a single hand. Of course, extensive tasks require both your hands, but the majority of the basic tasks such as web page scrolling and messaging is easy.
Display
Tecno has added a tall 6.8-inch display on the Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition. The panel used is IPS LCD which is a common panel type for affordable and mid-range Android phones. The screen resolution offered is 1080 x 2460 pixels FHD+ and the pixel density is 395 PPI. While the panel type is standard LCD, a higher 120Hz refresh rate enhances the user experience with this screen. We experienced no issues with video playback.
The Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition has a responsive display that shows high levels of clarity despite it being an LCD screen. While the blacks aren’t as deeper as an AMOLED panel, it does a good job overall with displaying colors. The tiny punch-hole camera cutout further hampers the least with visuals.
The brightness levels are average. That’s one of the only drawbacks we could find with the screen. The visibility is good when you are indoors, however, with the outdoor settings you will experience slight issue with viewing content; specifically, under direct sunlight. The display performance has been apt with both video playback and gaming and also streaming content via OTT platforms.
Camera Performance
Tecno is amongst those brands that integrate a high-end camera setup even in its mid-range offerings. The Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition is a good example of the same with a triple rear camera module. The device is equipped with a 64MP main camera that has an f/1.65 aperture and a 50MP secondary lens that has an f/1.9 aperture.
This wide-angle sensor is further clubbed with a 2MP lens with an f/2.4 aperture for depth mapping. If you look at the spec sheet, it’s quite powerful for a mid-range Android handset that retails below Rs. 20,000. And when we speak of the camera performance, you aren’t left disappointed with the overall image quality.
The clarity levels aren’t compromised anyhow when the shots are captured in areas with good lighting conditions. The 64MP main camera is capable of capturing minute details. Thanks to the additional OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and laser autofocus, the scene detections are improved and overall imaging quality also enhances.
The combined triple lens setup offers great accuracy with color production with the captured images. The quality doesn’t deteriorate when you try to capture some complex backgrounds or with moving shots. The fast shutter speeds handle the latter.
The bokeh shots are also well-defined with the dedicated 2MP sensors. The background blur intensity can be adjusted manually and the blur effects don’t seem artificial. The camera app integrates a dedicated Super Night mode if you wish to click detailed images in low light. The quality of the night shots aren’t bad either. There are slight distortion and background noise that gets captured with low light photos but they can be ignored.
Tecno has designed the Camon 19 Pro to please the shutterbugs; specifically, the selfie fanatics will be happy with the massive 32MP selfie camera. The selfie snapper captures brilliant self-portraits with high-clarity levels and balanced color production.
Hardware, Software, Battery Backup
At its core, the Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition integrates the MediaTek Helio G96 chipset as its brain of operations. This is a standard 4G chipset with an octa-core CPU cluster designed for a premium gaming experience. Now, the Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition is a well-equipped handset overall, but the 4G chipset is a shortfall. We wouldn’t say it’s an entirely wrong pick as a processor, but a 5G processor would definitely have given it an edge against the competition.
The processing speeds are decent and you aren’t made to experience delays or lags with app loading or usage. Even with multiple apps launched at once, the phone’s speeds are hardly hampered which is impressive. You can easily play games in HD settings with no stutters or lags in sight.
But the slight warm-up issues are noticeable when the handset is being used extensively while gaming. With its sole 8GB RAM configuration, the Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition easily takes on multitasking as well. Whereas, the 128GB onboard storage space is ample to store files and documents in addition to videos and photos.
But if you are amongst those users who are frequently with downloading large apps and games, adding up an external microSD card would make sense. The expandable storage support is up to 512GB which should suffice all the storage requirements.
Tecno has installed the Android 12 OS as the firmware on the Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition. The UI pre-loaded on top is HiOS which is customized specifically for Tecno phones. The device has a bunch of pre-installed bloatware which clutters the UI. But thankfully, Tecno has improved multiple aspects of the UI for a premium user experience.
Lastly, the battery capacity packed inside the Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition is a 5,000 mAh unit. The large battery capacity along with mid-tier hardware is suitable for a long-lasting backup. The maximum backup on a single charge is over eight hours on a single charge. This is when you use the device for basic tasks including web browsing. But if the usage is extensive such as gaming, the backup reduces significantly. The battery refuel time with the 33W fast charging is around an hour.
Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition: Final Verdict
For buyers with a budget under Rs. 20,000, the Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition makes for a decent buying option. And if in case you are okay with a non-5G phone that offers a unique design language, a powerful camera setup, and a responsive display, this color-changing Camon series model is a good fit.
This is one of those phones that you can flaunt easily out in the crowd and at the same time, there is least of compromises with the overall performance. The Tecno Camon 19 Pro Mondrian Edition gets our recommendation for its out-of-the-box design and feature-rich camera module.
India is one of the biggest markets for consumer electronics goods and has multiple brands offering their product services. One of the oldest companies with expertise in electrical goods is Orient. Orient ventured into the electrical equipment markets with fans and has gradually expanded its wings in the lighting industry, switch gears, and other home appliance segments. Orient has now added a bunch of more appliances to its product catalog
List Of Latest Orient Electric Home Appliances For Modern Kitchens
Nutriblender NBCS40B2
The Orient Nutriblender NBC40B2 is a powerful blender machine with a 400W Balance Coil motor that ensures longevity of the product. This Orient Nutriblender blending machine has a solid ABS Body and ships with one 650ml Bulet jar and two 350ml bullet jars. The Nutiblender NBCS40B2 comes with speed control options and offers improved flow breakers so that grinded food items have no lumps.
Nutriblender NBCS40G2
The Orient Nutriblender NBCS40G2 is another good option for users looking for a portable kitchen grinder with a powerful motor setup. Similar to the Nutriblender NBCS40B2, the NBCS40G2 also features a 400W Balace Coil motor and ABS body material type. The speed control option for grinding is also present.
The Nutriblender NBCS40G2 comes with stainless steel jars including one bulet jar with 650ml capacity and two 350 ml bulet jars. The cord wire length with this model is 1.5m.
Chef Special 1200 MGCS 120G3 Mixer Blender
If you need a power mixer blender that can easily handle your blending and grinding requirements at reasonable prices, the Orient Chef Special 1200 MGCS 120G3 Mixer blender is a perfect example. The mixer grinder is made of ABS body material and offers shock proof usage in the kitchen. The Chef Special mixer grinder also features overload protection for motor safety along with flow breaker technology. You get three jars and two storage containers including one 1.5l stainless steel liquidizing jar and one 1l stainless steel dry/wet grinding jar, and one 0.4l stainless steel chutney jar.
Orient Aura Neo Instant Water Heater
The Orient Aura Neo heater is a vertical wall-mounted instant water heater with a working pressure of 6.5 bar and a total capacity of three and one liters. The instant water has shockproof polymer body material and a high-grade stainless steel tank.
Elon Musk rolls back Twitter Official badge feature
Twitter Blue and Official badge functionality confusion reason
Twitter Blue costs $8 per month
Twitter is all in the headlines ever since Elon Must took over its reigns. The microblogging platform earlier made rattles online with massive job layouts. Soon after, the scraping of the iconic Blue badge authentication feature which has been one of the start highlights of Twitter took everyone by surprise. Confirming all the rumors, Musk earlier announced the Official badge feature which is a paid service for official verification on Twitter.
But, seems like Musk wasn’t thorough with the strategies and realized the loopholes quite early in the pilot stage. A tweet by Musk now suggests this Official badge feature on Twitter being recalled within a week of its launch.
Twitter Official Badge Feature Won’t Cost You Any Money Now
Following its release this week, the Official badge feature on Twitter has been scraped. A tweet shared by Elon Musk stating “I just Killed it” confirms the removal of this new verification feature from Twitter. Now, one of the biggest queries has been why Twitter got rid of such a hyped paid official verification service within a week of its launch.
Well, the primary reason has been the confusion created among the users with the Official badge’s verification process and how will it differentiate prominent users’ profiles compared to general users who have paid to get the official authentication. It is worth mentioning that the Blue tick and the official badge have different functionalities.
Twitter executives have also shared tweets sharing details on how the Blue tick and the Official badge feature are different on the platform. But apparently, this didn’t clear the air of confusion amongst the masses. Blue ticks are associated with a simple subscription to Twitter Blue is one of the reasons. It was planned to be released with an $8 monthly subscription price.
A large segment of Twitter users also believes that the paid subscriptions could possibly be used by impersonators and scammers to be identified as prominent personalities. And since Twitter has not confirmed how it will complete the verification process with the Blue Tick and Official badge features, privacy, and authenticity concerns spiked. With all the backlash Musk had to roll back the Official badge feature in the pilot stage.
UPI is undeniably the easiest mode of payment in India. Following the boost in digitization across the nation, digital wallet apps such as PhonePe, GPay, and Paytm have also seen a massive surge in the user base. The convenience of making online payments is what driving the audience to use UPI services. These apps are adapting to modern requirements and bringing in new features to make UPI transactions secure and hassle-free. PhonePe just added one such user-friendly option that will allow UPI activation easy and secure.
PhonePe UPI Activation Via Aadhaar: All You Need To Know
PhonePe in the latest development has announced the activation of UPI via Aadhaar. Until now, all of the UPI apps offer a provision to activate UPI via a registered mobile number and an email address. PhonePe has now become the first UPI app in the country to bring this Aadhaar-based UPI activation.
With this feature enabled, it will be easier for the general audience to activate their UPI IDs with proper authentication. The company believes this new feature’s arrival with not only help ease but also expand the UPI ecosystem in the Indian market which further will help improve the digital payments ecosystem.
Additionally, with the launch of this new option, users would not need to add a valid debit card to generate their dedicated six-digit UPI pin. This has been one of the biggest reasons why a major chunk of users who don’t hold any debit card services and are only using a bank account for payments.
With this new option in place, the app will be able to use Aadhar details for e-KYC to generate the six-digit UPI pin for digital payment services. PhonePe has got approvals via designated authorities including UIDAI, RBI, and NPCI to get this system onboard.
PhonePe also clarified that it aims to expand its UPI services beyond the Indian borders and is working closely with NPCI for the same. If you are wondering how can you use Aadhar for UPI activation on PhonePe? Read on the steps below:
How To Activate PhonePe UPI PIN Via Aadhaar
Step 1: Download and install PhonePe application to get started with the UPI pin activation process.
Step 2: During setup., you would need to enter the last six digits of your Aadhar number.
Step 3: You will receive a new UPI Pin activation OTP on the registered mobile number.
Step 4: Confirm the OTP and setup up the new UPI pin.
Realme 10 Pro full specifications leaked on China Telecom
Snapdragon 695 chipset combined with up to 12GB RAM listed
6.7-inch FHD+ display, 16MP selfie camera
5,000 mAh battery unit combined with fast charging
Realme is just a week away from introducing its next smartphone series launch. The brand is set to bring the Realme 10 series in China and global regions on November 17. Just yesterday, the Realme 10 5G’s renders and features were revealed by the China Telecom website. Now, the Realme 10 Pro has been leaked in its entirety by the same website. What all details have been revealed? Read on below:
Realme 10 Pro Specifications Surface Ahead Of Launch
Thanks to the latest listing on the China Telecom website, we have got details confirming the entire spec sheet of the Realme 10 Pro 5G. The Pro model will be using the Snapdragon 695 processor under the hood. The same has been tipped by multiple leaks already and even the Geekbench listing. Realme will be making the 10 Pro all capable with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage capacity.
Interestingly, the China Telecom website listing mentions a triple rear camera setup. The sensors listed are 16MP and a pair of 2MP lenses. Now, the Realme 10 5G is coming with a 50MP main camera, therefore, a smaller 16MP primary lens on the Pro model doesn’t seem a fit. The probability of the primary camera being a 64MP lens is likely. That’s also been tipped by the previous leaks.
The display size would be enlarged this time. The Realme 10 Pro will pack a 6.72-inch display that will support a 1080 x 2400 screen resolution. Based on the rumors, it could be an LCD screen with a higher refresh rate. The front panel on the Realme 10 Pro will pack a 16MP selfie camera, according to the website.
The battery setup will include a 5,000 mAh unit and fast charging support. While the exact fast charging speeds are not confirmed, the device would possibly feature 33W or 65W fast charging support. A fingerprint scanner is also expected to be included for privacy. Similar to the remaining Realme 10 series models, the Realme 10 Pro would also boot on Android 13 OS.
Realme 10 Pro Price
The Realme 10 Pro’s online listing has revealed a CNY 1,900 price tag which translated to approx. Rs. 21, 400. However, the price listed is for the top-end variant that packs 12GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. The starting price of this handset could be lower.
