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Chipset Leaks

Vivo Y55 5G With Dimensity 700 Chipset, 18W Fast Charging Announced; Other Features, Price

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Vivo has announced yet another new smartphone in its affordable ‘Y’ smartphone lineup. After introducing several 4G devices this year, the company has now introduced an affordable 5G smartphone dubbed Vivo Y55 5G. The device has been announced in Taiwan packed with the Dimensity 700 processor. The other features are similar to the Vivo Y55s which were also announced recently.

Vivo Y55 5G Features And Key Specifications

The Vivo Y55 5G has been launched with the octa-core Dimensity 700 5G processor. The handset has been announced with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. There is also expandable storage support for up to 1TB via an external microSD card.

The smartphone has been announced with a 6.58-inch display. The panel supports 1080p FHD+ resolution and has an aspect ratio of 20:9. It features a waterdrop notch that houses an 8MP camera for selfies and video calling. The rear camera module comprises a 50MP main snapper combined with a pair of 2MP sensors for portrait and macro photography.

The Vivo Y55 5G camera setup supports portrait mode, slow-motion, time-lapse, and HDR mode. The camera app also has might scene mode for low light imaging. The device will be pre-installed with Android 12 OS that will be topped with FunTouch OS 12. The unit also features Multi-Turbo 5.0 technology for an improved gaming experience. The battery powering the handset is a 5,000 mAh unit. There is also 18W fast charging support for quicker refuels.

Vivo Y55 5G Price, Sale Details

The Vivo Y55 5G has been announced in Taiwan is around TWD 7,990 which is somewhere around Rs. 21,500. The handset has been announced in three different shades including Galaxy Blue, Star Black colors.

Vivo has not yet revealed the Y55 5G availability details in the remaining global markets including India. However, Vivo is quite aggressive with new devices in the Y series since the starting of this year. A bunch of devices in this series have already gone official and the ones in the pipeline should get announced soon. The India launch should also be revealed by the brand in the coming days. We will keep an eye on the details and update you with the same.

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Mobile

Tecno Pop 5 Pro India Launch Officially Teased; Expected Features, Specs

Tecno is all set to launch two new budget smartphones in India. Earlier, the company confirmed the Pova Neo’s launch on January 20 in the country. However, another new budget smartphone has been tipped by the company for the Indian stores. The next device by the company headed to the Indian shelves is the Pop 5 Pro. Its arrival has been teased by the company itself via its official Twitter handle.

Tecno Pop 5 Pro India Launch Confirmed Officially

Tecno via an official tweet has confirmed the upcoming Pop 5 Pro’s launch in India. The teaser poster shared by the company shows the design of the device along with the 8MP dual camera setup. A 6,000 mAh battery has also been tipped by the teaser video. The exact launch date hasn’t been announced just yet, however, the teaser shared reveals it’s coming soon.

It might get announced soon after the Tecno Pova Neo in the country, i.e, January 20. Besides, the camera specifications, none of the features have been tipped by the official teaser poster. However, another leak has tipped the key features of the Tecno Pop 5 Pro. We’ll get back to the features in a while. Let’s speak of the design module shared by the teaser video.

The Tecno Pop 5 Pro is seen flaunting a tall font panel with a waterdrop notch and a thick bottom bezel. The back panel is seen with a bluish gradient skin and a vertical camera module on the upper left. The volume and power key are also visible on the right spine.

Now, coming to the leaked features, the Tecno Pop 5 Pro will be an entry-level phone driven by the MediaTek Helio A22 processor. The chipset will combine 2GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. It will also feature expandable microSD card support. The device is said to flaunt a 6.52-inch display which will be an LCD panel. The display is said to support a standard 720p HD+ screen resolution.

The official teaser poster has already revealed the 8MP dual rear camera setup. The selfie snapper’s details are unspecified currently. The battery capacity is also revealed (6,000 mAh) which we can expect to be topped with standard 10W charging speeds.

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Tech News

Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale 2022: Grab Best Deals On Smartphones, Laptops, And Mobile Accessories

The trend of festive season sales across online platforms in India has been around for a while and is being followed each year without fail. Online retailing giants such as Flipkart and Amazon on such occasions become the one-stop destination to grab the best deals on a wide range of consumer products. Consumer electronics products are the most sought-after category during such festive season online sales. The latest such sale being hosted on both Flipkart and Amazon is to mark the Republic Day 2022 celebrations in India.

With just a few days remaining for the republic day celebrations (26th January), Flipkart has already announced its Big Saving Days sale. The week-long festive sale is being hosted at the e-commerce giant’s portal starting December 17 till January 22, 2022. The online retailer has announced some hard-to-miss deals on electronic gadgets such as smartphones, laptops, audio products, and other digital accessories such as smart TVs, smart wearables, etc. In this article we have listed down the major discount offers on different categories of consumer electronics products announced at the Flipkart Big Savings Day sale 2022.

Flipkart Big Savings Day Sale 2022 Best Discount Offers

Instant Discount Deals On Smartphones

Smartphones have always been the center of attraction during every online sale. Flipkart is a platform for almost all the major smartphone OEMs to sell their products. While the e-commerce giant has not announced any collective discount deal for this category, we are expecting offers on top brands such as Apple, Samsung, Realme, Xiaomi, and others. At least, the 10 percent discount deals on ICICI Bank credit and debit cards are confirmed to be eligible for smartphones. We’ll list out the specific deals and offers on different smartphones when announced.

Deals And Offers On SmartTVs and Other Smart Home Appliances

Smart TVs have been gaining a fair share of popularity amongst the Indian audience. Big screens enabled with modern technologies are in the demand of the new-age audience. To cater to the user requirements in this category, smartphone OEMs have also ventured into this space with power-packed offerings. Flipkart has announced up to 75 percent discount on smart TVs from different brands such as Samsung, OnePlus, Realme, Kodak, etc.

Discount Offers Announced For Laptops

As a part of the Flipkart Big Savings day sale, laptops and laptop speakers have also received special discount offers. The e-commerce giant has announced top deals on popular brands such as Dell, HP. Asus, Lenovo, Acer, MSI, Apple, and others. You will be able to grab up to 40 percent discount on laptops as a part of the republic day sale. This is a good time to upgrade your machine at cheaper prices.

Flipkart Republic Day Sale Offers On Audio Products And Mobile Accessories

Not just smartphones, the modern generation is also on a constant lookout for a good mobile accessory. Audio products such as wireless headphones, TWS earbuds, and speakers tops the list followed by other digital mobile accessories such as smart wearables, power banks, and others. During the Flipkart Big Savings Days sale 2022, up to 70 percent discount is announced on all headphones, speakers, and other mobile accessories.

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OnePlus 10 Pro India Launch Sooner Than Expected; Gets BIS, FIS, Bluetooth Certifications

OnePlus 10 Pro has also joined the list of new-generation flagship smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. The global launch for the brand’s newest premium-range smartphone is still pending with no official dates announced just yet. While the rumor mill is still anticipating the official launch, a new development suggests the India launch must be sooner than anticipated.

OnePlus 10 Pro India Launch Might Happen Sooner Than Expected

The OnePlus 10 Pro might soon be heading to the Indian shelves. Tipster Mukul Sharma earlier spotted the online listing of the new-generation flagship OnePlus 10 Pro and shared the screenshots via his official Twitter handle. The listing appears to be from the company’s official website. The listing also mentions the OnePlus Nord 2 CE alongside the OnePlus 10 Pro which hints at the former’s upcoming India launch as well. Possibilities are the latter would break covers first in the country.

The BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification listing shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav backs this information. The OnePlus 10 Pro has also cleared its certification from multiple other mobile certification portals confirming the upcoming global launch including India. The device has also been sighted at FCC and Bluetooth SIG with the same NE2211 model number. All these latest developments indicate the OnePlus 10 Pro is getting announced in India sooner than we all have been anticipating. An official confirmation on the same should emerge soon.

Nevertheless, OnePlus has just introduced the OnePlus 9RT in India and the general strategy for the brand would have been to hold the next flagship until a few months. But since all the leaks and rumors are hinting at an early launch, it could mean the company plans to give premium users more options to choose from based on the spec-sheet.

To recap, the OnePlus 10 Pro has been announced with a massive 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED display which supports a higher QHD+ screen resolution of 3218 x 1440 pixels and 120Hz refresh rate. The display gets a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection and a punch-hole camera cutout housing a 32MP selfie snapper. The device uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor combined with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.

The OnePlus 10 Pro camera specifications include a 48MP Sony IMX789 sensor, a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 sensor, and an 8MP telephoto sensor. The battery powering the device is a 5,000 mAh unit with 80W wired charging.

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Leaks

Oppo Find X5 Certification Suggests Rebadged Reno7 5G

Oppo has been adding new models consistently to its affordable “A” smartphone lineup right from the beginning of this year. But the next from the company’s lot is expected to be the flagship Find X series. The company is said to take wraps off the Find X5 series in the coming months (likely March 2022). As many as three models are said to be announced in the upcoming premium series namely the Find X5 Lite, Find X5, and the Find X5 Pro. The Find X5 Lite has been spotted at a certification website where the listing points at a rebadged model. Which Oppo handset is getting rebranded and being launched as the Find X5 Lite? Following are what the rumors suggest:

Oppo Find X5 Lite Might Debut As Rebadged Reno Series Model

The Oppo Find X5 Lite’s listing has spotted at an EU certification website by tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore. A tweet has been shared by leakster that suggests this model will be launching as the rebranded Reno7 5G. It is said to launch in the European markets with the new labeling (Oppo Find X5 Lite).

The screenshot shared by the tipster shows the Oppo CPH2371 model number for the upcoming device. Only the model number has been shared by the certification website. The features and design including the similarities as well as the differences are not updated at the website. But considering the Find X5 Lite is being rebadged vanilla Reno7 5G, the design and features should be identical on both models.

Since we are speaking of the specifications, the Find X5 Lite might also be driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor. The octa-core chipset is gaming-oriented and it would probably be combined with up to 12GB RAM option and 256GB native storage capacity. The device might have an Android 11-based ColorOS 12 interface on top.

The Oppo Find X5 Lite is also likely to sport a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. The panel will have a punch-hole cutout housing a 32MP selfie snapper. The affordable Find X5 series model might flaunt a 64MP main camera at the back combined with an 8MP ultrawide angle sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. We might also see a 4,500 mAh battery along with 60W fast charging support.

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Leaks Mobile Tech News

Realme 9 Pro Specifications, Renders Surface; 120Hz Display, Snapdragon 695 5G SoC In Tow

Realme has officially introduced its new mid-range smartphone series for the audience, i.e, the Realme 9. The Realme 9i is the first model in this lineup which is said to be soon accompanied by the Realme 9 Pro. With just a week of the Realme 9i’s official launch, the rumor mill has started sharing insights on the next model. The Realme 9 Pro’s rumored launch is in February and ahead of the upcoming its features have started popping up via leaks.

Realme 9 Pro Design, Specifications: What All We Know?

Noted tipster @Onleaks in association with Smartprix has leaked the Realme 9 Pro online. The renders as well as the specifications of the next Realme 9 series smartphone have been detailed by this fresh leak. If we speak of the design, the leak suggests a modern punch-hole design layout on the Realme 9 Pro.

The in-display camera cutout will be seen on the top-left corner of the panel. The bezel profile seems narrow on the sides and top but the chin is thick compared to the rest. The render images show a rectangular camera setup at the back with likely three sensors and an LED flash.

The leaked renders also show the SIM card tray housed on the left panel, while the right edge can be seen with housing the power keys. The fingerprint scanner doesn’t seem to be embedded within the power key. This indicates at the presence of an in-display fingerprint scanner. The leak tips three color options called Aurora Green, Sunrise Blue, and Midnight Black.

Now moving on to the leaked spec-sheet, the Realme 9 Pro is said to make use of the Snapdragon 695 chipset. This Qualcomm processor has octa-core and is 5G-ready. The configuration tipped for this model is 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option. Details on other variants are yet to surface.

The Realme 9 Pro is rumored to feature a 6.59-inch display which will be an OLED panel. The device might come with a 120H refresh rate and an FHD+ screen resolution. The Realme 9 Pro’s punch-hole cutout upfront might store a 16MP camera for selfies. The square-shaped rear model is said to house 64MP main camera combined with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. The company is expected to use a 5,000 mAh battery which will be combined with 33W fast charging.

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Mobile

Vivo Y10, Y10 (t1 Version) Makes A Silent Debut; New Entry-Level Smartphones?

Vivo has been most proactive with the Vivo Y series products across the globe. The company has launched multiple new devices in this affordable lineup and is gearing up for a few others as well. The brand has now silently added two new Vivo Y series smartphones in the Chinese markets. The Vivo Y10 and the Y10 (t1 version) are the latest offerings by the Chinese tech giant. Both devices feature a similar set of hardware and design.

Vivo Y10, Vivo Y10 (t1 version) Full Specifications

The features offered by the Vivo Y10 and the Vivo Y10 (t1 version) pack exact same set of features except for the chipset. We’ll be speaking of the similarities in the first. The Vivo Y10 and the Vivo Y10 (t1 version) are packed with a 6.51-inch display. The panel used by both smartphones is an IPS LCD which supports 720 x 1600 pixels HD+ resolution, 89 percent screen-to-body ratio, and has an aspect ratio of 20:9. The display further supports a 60Hz refresh rate and offers a waterdrop notch that’ll house a selfie camera.

The Vivo Y10 and the Vivo Y10 (t1 version) use the same camera hardware as well. Both new budget smartphones are packed with a dual-camera setup where the primary sensor is a 13MP lens. The main camera is paired up with a 2MP sensor for macro shots. The dewdrop notch is packed with an 8MP sensor for selfies and video calling.

The battery capacity and firmware are also identical in both models. The Vivo Y10 and the Y10 (t1 version) run on Android 11 OS accompanied by Origin OS interface. The security aspect is handled by a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. For connectivity, both devices are packed with dual SIM support, 4G, dual-band WiFi, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Both these Vivo Y10 series phones are driven by a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 10W charging.

‘All of the above-mentioned features are the same on both Vivo Y10 and the Vivo Y10 (t1 Edition). However, the standard Y10 uses a MediaTek Helio P70 processor, while the Y10 (t1 Edition) runs on the octa-core Helio P35 processor. Both budget Vivo units come with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration. The support for a dedicated microSD card is also present on both devices.

Vibo Y10, Y10 (t1 version) Price And Global Availability

The Vivo Y10 and the V10 (t1 version) have been announced in China at 1,099 CNY which is somewhere around Rs. 12,000 as per Indian currency. But the actual prices might be slightly different for the Indian market. The device has been announced in Moonlit Night and Glacier Blue colors. As of now, both units will be available in China. Vivo is yet to announce the launch timeline for the global regions including India.

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Moto G Stylus 2022 Promotional Video Teaser Leaked; Full Design Re-Confirmed

The rumor mill is currently getting flooded with leaks surrounding Motorola’s next stylus phone, i.e, the Moto G Stylus 2022. With the Galaxy Note series getting canceled, the hype for this device has also surged. The upcoming Moto G series phone has been a subject to numerous leaks with the renders and features surfacing online on several occasions. A promotional render video has now surfaced online detailing the key design aspects once again.

Moto G Stylus 2022 Promo Video Leaks Online

The Moto G Stylus 2022 leaked promotional video comes via tipster Evan Blass on Twitter. The render video suggests a similar design language as what the leaks had suggested. The device can be seen flaunting a tall display where the bezels are narrow on sides and the upper panel; the bottom bezel is thick. The panel can be seen with a punch-hole camera cutout which is positioned at the center-top.

The Moto G Stylus 2022 promotional video also shows the stylus pen in action. The device’s back panel has the vertical camera setup as tipped via the leaked renders. The promotional video also teases the support of Night Vision camera mode for low-light shots. The teaser video also shows 2-day battery life as well.

As said above, the Moto G Stylus 2022 features have been leaked several times. This handset wouldn’t be following the current trend of smartphones supporting 5G network support. The device will be instead using the MediaTek octa-core Helio G85 processor under the hood. It is expected to come with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration.

The Moto G Stylus is said to debut with a 6.78-inch LCD display with 1080p FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The camera setup is said to comprise a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL S5KJN1 sensor. The device will be equipped with an 8MP sensor (ultrawide) and a 2MP depth lens. The Moto G Stylus 2022 will be equipped with a 16MP selfie snapper.

The Moto G Stylus 2022 will be using a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security. The firmware tipped is Android 11 OS. The device is said to be powered by a 5,000 mAh battery with 10W charging speeds.

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Comparison

Tecno Pop 5 LTE Vs Tecno Spark Go 2022: Android GO Edition Phones Comparison

The smartphone industry has seen a major evolution in the last decade across the globe and in India. The affordable segment is where the majority of the smartphone OEMs have tried to lure the audience with new devices. We have seen the Chinese smartphone companies dominating the smartphone industry in India. Tecno which is an emerging player in this segment is slowly climbing up the ladder with pocket-friendly devices. The company has also expanded its portfolio in the 5G segment with the Pova 5G. However, other dedicated Tecno smartphones series have become popular with their competitive models.

Two of the recent smartphones by Tecno announced for the budget Indian audience are the Tecno Pop 5 LTE and the Tecno Spark Go 2022. Both are entry-level Android Go Edition devices by Tecno priced under Rs. 10,000. This article is a comparison between both Tecno budget phone’s features and specifications to make selection easier for your next buy. Take a look:

Tecno Pop 5 LTE Vs Tecno Spark Go 2022: Display Comparison

Display-wise, both these budget Tecno smartphones are identical. The Tecno Pop 5 LTE features a 5.52-inch display that supports 720 x 1600 pixels HD+ resolution and has an aspect ratio of 20:9. The same-sized panel is used by the Spark Go 2022. The screen resolution and aspect ratio are also the same here. We are speaking of 720p HD+ resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, and 60Hz refresh rate. Both models sport a waterdrop notch for selfies and video calling. The panel serves the essential requirement of clear video playback at online platforms and via other sources.

Tecno Pop 5 LTE Vs Tecno Spark Go: Chipset, Software Comparison

Both Tecno Pop 5 LTE and the Tecno Spark Go 2022 are Android Go Edition smartphones. However, the former comes with a newer firmware version. The Tecno Pop 5 LTE runs on Android 11 Go Edition while the Tecno Spark Go 2022 ships with Android 10 Go Edition. Both devices feature a custom HiOS interface on top of the Android OS. Unlike the display, the chipset used by both smartphones is different. The Tecno Pop 5 LTE is equipped with an octa-core Unisoc SC9863 processor, while the Tecno Spark Go 2022 is driven by the MediaTek Helio A20 octa-core SoC. Both devices have 32GB onboard storage and up to 3GB RAM capacity. Additional storage expansion is possible on both models via a dedicated microSD card.

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OnePlus 9RT With Snapdragon 888 Plus Chipset, 120HZ AMOLED Display Announced In India; Price, First Sale Details

After all the anticipations, the OnePlus has finally introduced the OnePlus 9RT in India alongside the OnePlus Buds Z2 TWS earbuds. The latest flagship offering by the company brings the same set of internals as the global model launched last year. It is packed with some top-of-the-line hardware including the Snapdragon 888 Plus processor and a 50MP triple rear camera setup priced starting at Rs. 42,990 in the country.

OnePlus 9RT Full Specifications

The OnePlus 9RT as we all are aware is a premium range phone which is powered by the Snapdragon 888 Plus octa-core processor. The chipset combined up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage configuration. The device is pre-installed with Android 11 OS topped with Oxygen OS interface.

The OnePlus 9RT’s display is a Samsung E4 AMOLED panel that measures 6.62-inches. The panel comes with 1080 x 2400 pixels FHD+ screen resolution and supports 1300 nits peak brightness. The panel further supports HDR10+ support along with DCI: P3 color gamut coverage and sRGB. The refresh rate offered by the panel is 120Hz.

In terms of optics, the OnePlus 9RT employs a 50MP main camera which is Sony IMX766 primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS (Optical Image Stabilization). The main camera is combined with a 16MP ultra-wide-angle sensor that has 123-degree FoV and an f/2.2 aperture, and a 2MP sensor for macro shots that has an f/2.4 aperture. The flagship OnePlus 9RT sports a 16MP camera for selfies. This is a Sony IMX741 sensor that comes with an f/2.4 aperture.

The OnePlus 9RT uses an optical in-display fingerprint scanner for security. It offers 5G, 4G LTE, NFC, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth v5.2 connectivity. The device uses a 4,000 mAh battery to keep the processor ticking. The fast charging speed supported is 65W.

OnePlus 9RT India Price, Availability Details

The OnePlus 9RT will be available in India at an asking price of Rs. 42,999 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option. The high-end model which comes with a 12GB RAM and 256GB storage option can be purchased at Rs. 46,999 in the country. Its first sale is slated for January 17 in the country via Amazon during the Great Indian Republic Day Sale. The color options available would be Nano Silver and Hacker Blue.