Category: Leaks

Key Highlights

• OnePlus 12 official launch imminent
• First look revealed
• Chipset and display specs also teased

OnePlus just confirmed its plans to upgrade its smartphone lineup with the next-gen flagship models called OnePlus 12. The upcoming phone has been the centre of rumors for a while now and is finally confirmed to mark its debut in the market. In addition to the OnePlus 12’s imminent launch OnePlus has also teased the first look and the key features including display and processor. Here’s what all is revealed:

OnePlus 12 First Look: Any Design Upgrades Over OnePlus 11?

OnePlus showcased its new-gen flagship phone, i.e., the OnePlus 12 at BOE conference. The brand teased the first look of its new premium Android phone at the event which recently was hosted in China. However, the phone was wrapped in a case and the exact design upgrades are difficult to guess. But OnePlus did confirm the use of new OLED panels for the OnePlus 12.

The teased design reveals the presence of a centrally aligned punch hole selfie camera cutout. This is contrary to the current-generation OnePlus 11 model which sports the punch-hole cutout for the selfie snapper on the top-left of the screen.

Another big design change which is expected is the squarish camera module at the rear. Again, the latest-generation OnePlus 11 has a round camera module. The OnePlus 12 will also retain the alert slider as the OnePlus 11. We probably will come across more design details in the coming weeks.

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OnePlus 12 Specifications

• The flagship OnePlus 12 will be employing a DisplayMate A+ certified LTPO screen
• Display size of the OnePlus 12 isn’t confirmed yet but it will support a 2K resolution
• Peak brightness levels of the screen will be 2600 nits
• OnePlus has confirmed the top-of-the-line flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
• RAM and storage details aren’t announced yet but we might see up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage
• Android version could be the latest, i.e., Android 14 OS
• Battery capacity and the fast charging details aren’t confirmed yet
• Besides the upgraded camera module design, camera specifications of the OnePlus 12 remains a mystery at this point

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Key Highlights

• OnePlus Open foldable phone launching this week in India
• India price leaked ahead of launch
• Tipped to be cheaper alternative to Galaxy Z Fold 5

After foraying into the tablet space, OnePlus is now ready to embark its journey into the foldable smartphone space. The Chinese OEM is launching the OnePlus Open foldable Android smartphone next week in India. OnePlus has revealed the Open’s exact launch date. Additionally, the pricing of the first OnePlus foldable Android smartphone is also out. Here’s everything that we know so far:

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OnePlus Open Foldable India Launch Date And Price: Cheaper Rival To Galaxy Z Fold 5?

OnePlus is set to launch its first ever foldable smartphone, i.e., the OnePlus Open on October 19 in India. An official microsite on the brand’s India website has confirmed the launch timeline for the new OnePlus foldable Android smartphone. The official page for the OnePlus Open currently only reveals the event schedule. The even will commence at 7.30 PM IST in Mumbai.

The brand will also be streaming the event live via OnePlus India official YouTube channel and other social media handles. Furthermore, the official website listing also has the “Notify Me” tab live which interested buyers can hit to get the latest updates on availability and offers.

Moving on to the prices, the OnePlus Open foldable phone’s price will be set at Rs. 1,39,999 in the Indian market. Tipster Abhishek has shared a post on microblogging website X that reveals the pricing along wih the complete specifications.

While the pricing is over Rs. 1 lakh in the Indian market it still is cheaper compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 5. The affordable cost factor along with top-tier specs will make the upcoming OnePlus foldable phone a strong contender to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 in the country.

Post the official launch on October 19, 2023 launch date, the OnePlus Open foldable phone will go up on sals starting October 27, 2023. Notably, this sale date has been suggested by the tipster and the brand is yet to give an affirmation on the same.

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OnePlus Open Foldable Phone Key Specs (Leaked)

Along with the sale and pricing, the leak also reveals the key specifications of the OnePlus Open.

• The first foldable Android smartphone from OnePlus will feature a book-style foldable design.
• The handset is said to be packed with a 7.8-inch foldable AMOLED display.
• This inner screen will support a 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.
• The OnePlus Open foldable phone’s outer screen will be measuring 6.31-inch
• It will also be an AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate
• The phone will run on Android 13 OS
• Chipset powering the OnePlus foldable phone will be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 octa-core SoC
• Will be offering a 48MP+48MP+64MP main camera setup
• Will offer 32MP+ 20MP front camera setup
• Alert slider also inlcudes

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Key Highlights

• Samsung accidentally reveals upcoming Galaxy S23 FE launch date’
• Galaxy Buds FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE arrival also leaked
• Official listing removed at the time of writing

Samsung is rumored to launch the next-gen Galaxy FE product lineup including the Galaxy S23 FE smartphone, Galaxy S9 FE tablet, and the Galaxy Tab Buds FE TWS soon. The rumor mill already has been hinting the key specs and features of the upcoming Galaxy FE devices. We also have seen the Galaxy S23 FE and the Galaxy Tab S9 FE clearing certifications via different portals. But now, Samsung might have accidentally revealed the timeline for the new-generation Galaxy FE products. Below are the details:

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, And Galaxy Buds FE Official Launch Date

Samsung has been teasing the arrival of the latest Galaxy S23 FE model. The affordable model in the flagship Galaxy S23 series is confirmed to launch in India as well. As mentioned above, the launch date for the new Galaxy premium mid-range phone has been accidentally revealed by an official website listing.

Samsung had posted the arrival details of the new Galaxy FE (Fan Edition) products via its official Argentina website. The teaser image which now is removed has all the upcoming products listed from the Galaxy FE series including the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and the Galaxy Buds FE. The timeline tased by the brand is for October 2023 which happens to be next month. Unfortunately, the exact date is still unannounced.

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While the teaser poster doesn’t mention the date for new product lineup’s launch, rumors are rife that Samsung will bring all these products in the first week of October. But no authentic source has confirmed this piece of information yet. If somehow the reports are true then Samsung could confirm the details within a few days.

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Besides the global regions, we are expecting Samsung to launch the new Galaxy FE product lineup in India as well. At least, the Galaxy S23 FE is confirmed to hit the Indian shores soon since Samsung has been teasing this device officially for a while now.

We are looking out for more authentic information on the launch timeline as well features that will be offered by the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and the Galaxy Buds FE and will share the details. You can also read our previous coverage on the Galaxy S23 FE by clicking on this link.

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Key Highlights

• Two POCO phones spotted on IMEI database
• These could be the POCO X6 and POCO X6 Pro 5G smartphones

In a recent development, the IMEI database has unveiled two mysterious POCO smartphones carrying the model numbers 2312DRAF3G, 2312DRAF3I, and 23122PCD1G. Although their marketing names remain concealed, there’s speculation that these devices could be the eagerly anticipated POCO X6 and POCO X6 Pro 5G handsets. Also Read | Best New Gaming Smartphones Under Rs. 30,000 In India

Clues From Tipster Kacper Skrzypek

Renowned tipster Kacper Skrzypek has brought intriguing insights to light. According to him, Xiaomi is poised to introduce the Redmi Note 13 Pro in global markets, likely under both the Redmi Note 13 Pro and POCO banners, with the POCO X6 Pro moniker being a strong contender.

Diving Into IMEI Listings

Delving into the IMEI listings, it becomes apparent that the POCO X6 Pro is tagged with the model number 23122PCD1G, where ‘G’ designates the global variant.

Redmi Note 13 Pro’s Certification

Interestingly, the recently launched Redmi Note 13 Pro quickly secured BIS certification shortly after its Chinese debut, boasting the model number 2312DRA50I. However, the POCO X6 Pro, potentially a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13 Pro, might not see the light of day in India due to its strikingly similar specifications to the Redmi Note 13 Pro.

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Vanilla POCO X6 5G

In a parallel revelation, the standard POCO X6 5G surfaced with the model numbers 2312DRAF3G and 2312DRAF3I. Kacper Skrzypek shares that the POCO X6 5G appears to be a slightly tweaked iteration of the Redmi Note 13 5G.

Budget-Friendly Model

Moreover, there’s speculation that Xiaomi might venture into the launch of a more affordable model in the Chinese market, tentatively named the Redmi Note 13R Pro, possibly in the latter part of this year.

As the IMEI database continues to provide tempting clues, smartphone enthusiasts eagerly await official announcements to unveil the true identities and features of these upcoming POCO devices.

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Key Highlights

• Google Pixel 8 series full specifications leak
• Both models will sport a 120Hz display
• 50MP main camera on both phones

Google is gearing up for the Pixel 8 series launch which is slated for next month. The official launch for both Pixel 8 and the Pixel 8 Pro is scheduled for October 4, 2023. Ahead of the upcoming launch, the feature and spec-sheet of the new Pixel handsets have been tipped via several leaks. With just a few weeks remaining for the launch, more information has been emerging consistently. The latest leak has revealed the entire hardware features that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will offer. What all upgrades the new-gen Pixel series is bringing over their precursors? Read the details below:

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Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro Full Specifications Leaked

The Google Pixel 8 series complete specifications have been leaked by publication 91Mobiles in collaboration with tipster Kamila Wojciechowska. According to the fresh leak, the vanilla Google Pixel 8 will be packed with a 6.2-inch OLED display which will deliver an FHD+ resolution and 60Hz-120Hz refresh rate. The screen will further offer a peak brightness of 2000 nits which will aid with clear visibility outdoors.

In the camera department, the standard Pixel 8 variant is said to feature a 50MP main rear camera paired with a 12MP ultra-wide sensor. This model will be equipped with a 10.5MP dual PD camera upfront. The vanilla Pixel 8 will be powered by the Google’s custom Tensor G3 sensor which will be paired with Titan M2 security chip.

Configuration tipped for this variant is 8GB LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB/256GB UFS 4.0 storage space. It will boot on the newest Android 14 OS and is tipped to get up to 7 years of promised Android updates. Battery capacity tipped for the Pixel 8 is a 4,575 mAh module which will support 18W fast charging.

Coming to the Pixel 8 Pro, this high-end Google phone will be packed with a taller 6.7-inch LTPO OLED screen which will support 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2,400 nits. The Pixel 8 Pro’s camera hardware is rumored to pack a 50MP main lens combined with a 48MP ultrawide lens, and another 48MP telephoto lens.

This new Pixel 8 model os also expected to sport the same 10.5MP dual PD front camera as the standard variant. As for the battery pack, the leak suggests a 5,050 mAh unit with 30W fast charging support. Both phones will feature an under display fingerprint scanner for security and will also have 5G network support.

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Key Highlights

• OnePlus Open foldable phone launch rescheduled
• Now launching on October 19
• Previous launch date tipped was in August 2023

OnePlus is set to foray into the foldable smarrtphone industry with the launch of OnePlus Open. The first OnePlus foldable smartphone was previously set to launch on August 19, 2023 but somehow the launch got delayed. Now, a fresh leak has surfaced which reveals the date for OnePlus Fold’s debut in the market. Read the details below:

OnePlus Open Foldable Smartphone Launch Date Leaked Again: Expected Price

OnePlus could launch its foldable smartphone on October 19, 2023. The new date has been tipped by reliable tipster Max Jambor. According to the tipster, OnePlus will now be launching the ‘Open’ foldable Android handset next month in the market. However, the regions where it will be first introduced besides China remains unknown.

Just to recap, OnePlus was previously rumored to launch the Open smartphone on August 19 but had to postpone the timeline. Online reports suggests the delay has been due to the fact that OnePlus opted for Samsung display since there were some issues with BOE display panels’ availability.

Besides the launch timeline, the pricing has also been leaked for the upcoming OnePlus Open foldable smartphone. Rumors are rife the OnePlus Open will possibly be launching the Open foldable handset will likely cost Rs. 1,10,000 and Rs. 1,20,000 in the Indian market. But considering this is a speculative pricing, we would suggest you to take this information as grain of salt.

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OnePlus Open Rumored Specifications

As per the rumors, the OnePlus Fold’s outer screen (when folded) will measure 6.3-inches. It will be an AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate. The inner screen of the OnePlus Open (when unfolded) will measure 7.8-inches. It will also be an AMOLED screen with 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.

The camera hardware tipped for the OnePlus Open includes three rear cameras with a 48MP main, 48MP secondary, and 64MP lens. The outer screen will feature a 32MP selfie camera, while the inner panel could feature a 20MP camera for selfies.

The OnePlus Open foldable smartphone is possible going to be powered by the flagship-grade Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile chipset from Qualcomm. It could come with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage space and run on Android 13 OS. Lastly, the battery pack tipped is 4,800 mAh with 100W fast charging support.

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