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Xiaomi 11i 5G, 11i 5G HyperCharge With 108MP Triple Camera, 120W Fast Charging Launched In India; Know All Details Here

Xiaomi 11i

Xiaomi 11i series has made its debut in the Indian market ahead of the upcoming Xiaomi 12 series. Two new models have been introduced by the Chinese tech giant in this new premium mid-range Android smartphone lineup. The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G and the Xiaomi 11i 5G are the latest entrants in the country. Both handsets use MediaTek Dimensity series processor and have other high-end features such as a 120Hz AMOLED display and up to 120W fast wired charging support.

Xiaomi 11i 5G, Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G Key Highlights

Both Xiaomi 11i 5G and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCHarge are introduced with an identical set of features. The former is the low-end variant. However, the only downgrade it comes with is in the form of fast charging capacity. We’ll come back to it later, but before let’s take a look at the remaining features which are the same on both models.

The Xiaomi 11i 5G and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge are launched with the Dimensity 920 octa-core processor. The configurations announced are up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. Both handsets also have external microSD card support.

The Xiaomi 11i 5G and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge flaunt the same AMOLED panel that supports 1080P FHD+ resolution and is 6.67-inches in size. The display on both devices supports a 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits peak brightness, and sports a punch-hole cutout.

The Xiaomi 11i 5G series uses a triple-camera setup at the rear where the main sensor is a 108MP lens. This is a Samsung HM2 sensor that has an f/1.89 aperture and is aided by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. The selfie snapper packed inside both models is a 16MP lens.

Additional common features in both Xiaomi 11i 5G and the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge include an in-display fingerprint scanner, Dolby Atmos speakers, and IP53 certification. Now coming to the primary difference between both Xiaomi 11i 5G series handsets, i.,e the battery. The standard Xiaomi 11i 5G features a 5,160mAh battery with 67W fast charging. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 11i 5G HyperCharge uses a slightly smaller 4,500 mAh battery but faster 120W wired charging.

Xiaomi 11i 5G, Xiaomi 11i 5G Price In India And Sale Dates

The standard Xiaomi 11i 5G comes with a starting price label of Rs. 24,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model. The 8GB RAM and 128GB variant is priced at Rs. 26,999. Likewise, the Xiaomi 11i HyperCHarge’s 6GB RAM model will cost you Rs. 26,999, while the 8GB RAM model can be purchased at Rs. 28,999. You can buy both new Xiaomi models via Flipkart and mi.com online starting January 12. It will be available via offline markets as well starting the same date.

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Here’s How To Get Free Disney+ Hotstar App Access With BSNL And Reliance Jio Prepaid Pack

Despite the fact that Disney+ Hotstar is a new application, it is one of the popular OTT websites in India as telecom operators are providing access to the same with their prepaid plans. In fact, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has started providing the same offer with Rs. 999 broadband plan.

The new broadband plan is available in all circles, where BSNL is providing its services in all circles. The plan is known as Super Star Premium Plus, where users will get 150 Mbps speed until 2000GB of data; however, speed will be reduced to 10 Mbps. In addition, users will get Disney+ Hotstar Premium and access to eight different OTT applications.

Notably, the users will get access to Shemaroo Me, Hungama Music, Hungama Play SVOD, SonyLIV Premium, Zee5 Premium, Voot Select, Yupp TV, and more.

Reliance Jio New Plan With Disney+ Hotstar App

Reliance Jio has launched a new plan to offer Disney+ Hotstar app access with Rs. 499 plan. Notably, the company has reintroduced this plan as customers are porting their numbers to other telecom operators. The Rs. 499 plan offers 2GB of data for 28 days.

This plan also ships unlimited calling, Jio Prime Membership, and Disney+ Hotstar without any extra cost. This plan also ships Jio apps access like JioTV and Jio Cinema. Besides, Reliance Jio is providing daily data offers with Rs. 249 and Rs. 299 plan for 23 days and 28 days. Additionally, users will get 2GB of data per day and 100 messages every day for the same period.

Reliance Jio Extra Validity Plan

Apart from these packs, India’s largest telecom operator is providing extra validity with Rs. 2,545 prepaid plan. Notably, the company is providing extra 29 days with the same plan, which users will be getting all benefits for 365 days.

However, there is a catch. This is plan is valid until January 7. In terms of offers, this pack ships 1.5GB of data per day, unlimited calling, messages per day. Besides, this plan is providing access to all Jio applications: such as JioSecurity, JioCloud, JioTV, and JioCinema. Also, the company offers Happy New Year Offer.

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Tech Gadgets

Possible Moto G Stylus 2022 Official Renders Leak; Display, Camera Features Also Tipped

We only have a few dedicated smartphone lineups that offer stylus pen support. The Samsung Galaxy Note series which apparently is getting discontinued is one of the first names to which one can relate to. The Moto G Stylus series is another such lineup that comes with stylus pen support and mid-tier hardware. The Moto G Stylus 2022 is the upcoming model in this series which recently was leaked in the form of 5K renders. Now, the renders of the handset have surfaced once again online. The key features have also been tipped.

Alleged Moto G Stylus 2022 Official Renders Leaked

A Twitter user called @NilsAhrDE has shared the official-looking renders of the Moto G Stylus 2022. The leaked renders are identical to the one shared by @Onleaks recently. Speaking of the design, the device will retain a punch-hole display design as the previous-gen model, i.e, the Moto G Stylus 2021.

The panel will have slim bezels on all sides. The back panel of the handset can be seen in a dark bluish shade. A vertical triple camera module is also clearly visible at the upper left of the back panel. The side-mounted fingerprint scanner is also visible in the image. The bottom panel will store the stylus pen along with a speaker grille, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. That said of the design, the tipster has also some of the Moto G Stylus 2022’s key features.

According to the fresh leak, the Moto G Stylus 2022 will be available with a 128GB storage configuration. There is no mention of the RAM capacity and also any additional storage variant. The camera specification tipped includes a 50MP main sensor at the back. The leak also confirms the presence of a 90Hz display and Moto Note app.

While this leak doesn’t reveal the processor and battery details, past rumors have shared some insight into the same. The Moto G Stylus 2022 is speculated to be equipped with the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ processor. We might see up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage capacity. We might get to see a 4,500 mAh or above battery along with rapid charging support.

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HMD Global Launches Nokia C100, C200, G100, And G400 Smartphones At CES 2022: Check Here For All Details

HMD has announced the launch of new smartphones at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022. All newly launched smartphones are priced under Rs. 18,600, which means all are in the budget segment. Notably, two smartphones have been launched in the C series, while two devices have been launched G-series.

The Nokia C100, Nokia C200, Nokia G100, and Nokia G400 smartphones have been launched by HMD Global. However, it is not confirmed yet that all devices will be available outside the United States. Let’s take a look at all phones that have been launched at CES 2022.

Nokia G100 And Nokia G400: Price And Specifications

The Nokia G100 smartphone comes with a 6.5-inch display along with an HD+ resolution, Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 chipset, and triple-lens camera at the back. Besides, there is a 5,000 mAh battery, a fingerprint sensor embedded in the power button.

On the other hand, the Nokia G400 features a 120Hz display, waterdrop notch on the selfie camera. The smartphone is powered by a Snapdragon 480 5G processor, which is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The smartphone is 5G ready and it is the most affordable 5G smartphone launched by any company so far.

The Nokia G400 supports triple camera setup at the back. It supports a 48MP primary camera, ultrawide lens, and macro sensor. The Nokia G100 will cost you $149 roughly Rs. 11,000, whereas Nokia G400 is priced at $239 that is close to Rs. 18,000. Additionally, the company has launched flip smartphone called the Nokia 2760 Flip.

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Vivo V23 5G, Vivo V23 Pro 5G Launched With MediaTek Chipset, Dual Selfie Cameras: Check Here For Price And Specification

Vivo has announced the launch of two smartphones on Wednesday in India. The Vivo V23 5G and the Vivo V23 Pro 5G come with an AG glass back, which the company claims can change the colours when exposed to sunlight. Both devices come with a MediaTek Dimensity processor. These products feature 5G connectivity, dual selfie cameras, and 50MP primary sensor.

Vivo V23 5G And Vivo V23 Pro 5G: Specifications

The Vivo V23 5G comes with a 6.44-inch full-HD+ AMOLED display. Also, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor and has 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. On the optics front, the device will have a 64MP primary camera, 8MP wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro sensor.

Upfront, it has a double camera setup at the front, a 50MP primary sensor and 8MP wide-angle sensor along with an f/2.28 aperture lens.

The Vivo V23 Pro comes with a 6.56-inch full HD AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor, 12GB of RA, and 256GB of onboard storage. Both smartphones support USB Type-C, USB OTG, 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth v5.2.

Additionally, Vivo V23 5G and the Vivo V23 Pro 5G include e-compass, gyroscope, GPS, Beidou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, in-display fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and NavIC.

Furthermore, Vivo V23 5G is backed up by a 4,200 mAh battery, whereas Vivo V23 Pro 5G comes with a 4,300 mAh battery. Both devices come with a 44W fast charging support. The Vivo V23 5G weighs 179 grams and measures 157.2×72.42×7.39mm, while Vivo V23 Pro 5G weighs 171 grams and measures 159.46×73.27×7.36mm.

Vivo V23 5G And Vivo V23 Pro 5G: Price And Availability

The 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage variant of the Vivo V23 5G will cost you Rs. 29,900, while 12GB+ 256GB storage variant will cost you Rs. 34,990. The Vivo V23 Pro 5G will cost you Rs. 38,990 and RS. 43,990 for the 8GB+ 128GB of storage and 12GB+ 256GB variant. Both devices are available in two colour options: Sunshine Gold and Stardust Black.

The devices will be available on the company’s website and the e-commerce platform Flipkart. Devices are available for pre-orders; however, Vivo V23 5G will be available from January 19 and the Vivo V23 Pro 5G will be available from January 13th, 2022.

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Laptop Tech Gadgets

CES 2022: MSI Revamps Its Gaming, Creative Laptop Series With New-Generation Models

This year’s biggest global technology event, i.e, CES 2022 is live and like last year technology brands are announcing their products using digital platforms. Multiple new smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other gadgets packed with new technologies have been announced during the ongoing tech show. MSI, which is quite popular for its high-end gaming laptops has revamped this series along with the ultrabook lineup. The brand has showcased as many as five different new-generation laptops integrated with the modern-gen Intel CPU and NVIDIA graphic cards. We have listed down all the newly announced MSI laptops at CES 2022 along with their features and specs.

MSI Creator Series Laptops

We are starting this list with MSI’s new range of creative laptops. The MSI Creator 17 and the MSI Creator Z16P are the newest models by the brand in this category. Both laptops are crafted using a CNC-milled aluminum chassis that brings in the durability factor. The company has used up to 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor to power the new creative series laptops combined with RTX 3080 Ti GPU.

The MSI Creator 17 as the name suggests offers a 17-inch display that is touch-enabled. The Creator Z16P packs a 16-inch display with QHD+ resolution and a 145Hz refresh rate. Both laptops’ display comes with 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut and support for MSI pen (optional).

This lineup also includes MSI Z16 model which is powered by 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor along with NVIDIA GE Force RTX 3060 GPU. This model also features a 16-inch IPS QHD+ panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.

MSI Stealth GS77/66 Gaming Laptop

Unlike the aforementioned models, the MSI Stealth GS77 brings a sleek design with a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor tucked inside the hood. This gaming laptop is equipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti laptop GPU and has DDR5 RAM support. The display offered by the Stealth GS77 gaming laptop is a 4K/QHD+ panel (depending on the variant). For business gamers, this laptop features a webcam lock switch and support for 100W PD charging.

MSI Vector GP76/66 Gaming Laptop Series

This is another high-end gaming laptop lineup announced by MSI at the CES 2022. Similar to the above models, MSI has used the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor to drive this gaming laptop series. For further power delivery, this laptop lineup features NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU, 8GB DDR6 RAM, and SteelSeries RGB gaming keyboard. This model offers a 17.3-inch QHD+ display with a 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut and a 240Hz refresh rate.

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Oppo A96 5G Powered By Snapdragon 695 SoC, 4,500mAh Battery Announced; Price, Global Sale Details

Oppo has launched yet another 5G smartphone in its affordable “A” series. The latest model that comes from the Chinese brand’s bucket is the A96 5G. This new device has been doing rounds for a while online and its renders also surfaced just yesterday. The Oppo A96 5G has been silently introduced with a flat-edge design, Snapdragon 695 SoC, and an FHD+ OLED display.

Oppo A96 5G Design, Full Specifications

The Oppo A96 5G is an identical twin of the Reno7 which was announced last year. It also features a flat-frame design with a single-tone paint job at the back and a vertical camera setup on the upper-left of the back panel housing two large camera sensors surrounded by LED rings. Upfront, the Oppo A96 5G flaunts an OLED display panel (6.43-inches) with a punch-hole camera cutout.

The display type is OLED and the resolution offered is 1080p FHD+. The panel further supports the DCI-P3 color gamut and 60Hz refresh rate. The Oppo A96 5G uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC. This octa-core 5G chipset is accompanied by 8GB RAM. The handset features a 5GB virtual RAM feature. The handset offers an onboard storage capacity of 256GB which is further expandable via a microSD card.

In the camera department, the Oppo A96 5G uses a triple-camera system where a primary sensor is a 48MP lens. The main camera is combined with a 2MP depth sensor. The punch-hole camera cutout houses a 16MP camera for selfies and video calling. The Oppo A96 5G’s display integrates a physical fingerprint scanner for biometrics. It will ship with Android 12 OS-based on ColorOS 12 interface. The device uses a 4,500 mAh battery with 33W fast charging.

Oppo A96 5G Pricing Details, Availability

The Oppo A96 5G has been launched with a single 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. It is currently limited to China and is yet to make its global debut. The company is expected to confirm the A96’s availability in India and other regions. As for the price, the Oppo A96 5G is announced at 1,999 Yuan which is around Rs. 23,300 in Indian currency. It is will be available for sale in Apricot Powder Warm Sun and Colored Glaze shades starting January 9 in China.

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CES 2022: Asus ROG FLow Z5 Debuts As Most Premium Gaming Tabler With Core I9 Processor, Detachable Keyboard,

CES 2022 is the current center stage for technology brands to showcase their latest advancements in the tech space. Samsung, TCS, Asus, MSI are amongst a few of the companies which have already announced the latest products from their bucket. While 5G smartphones are a hit, Asus has just raised the bar in the tablet industry with its premium-range gaming tablet. Dubbed Asus ROG Flow Z13 is a Windows OS-powered tablet dedicated to gaming enthusiasts. Below are all of its features and availability details:

Asus ROG Flow Z13: Features That Makes It Most Premium Gaming Tablet

In its official CES 2022 keynote, Asus unveiled its high-end gaming tablet named ROG Flow Z3. It’s more of a thin gaming laptop with a detachable design that makes it a tablet. If we speak of the hardware, it definitely is one of the most well-equipped tablets for gaming announced till date. The ROG Flow Z3 gaming tablet runs on the Intel Core i9-12900H chipset.

The processor here is accompanied by Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU to render high-end graphics. Besides, the tablet also has external GPU support which is new for any tablet in the market. This will allow for further customizations as per a suer’s requirement. The extra set of features includes an in-house Asus XG Mobile eGPU Kit. With this, the tablet will additionally support Radeon RX 6850M XT or RTX 3080 GPU.

Speaking of the other key hardware, the Asus ROG Flow Z13 is packed with an IPS LCD display that is 13.4-inches in size. This is slightly bigger compared to conventional Android or Apple tablets. While selecting the panel, you get two options. Either you can opt for an FHD+ variant that supports 1080 pixels screen resolution and 120Hz refresh rate or you can go for the 4K resolution model. However, the latter offers a standard 60Hz refresh rate.

The Asus ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet (both display models) offers a detachable keyboard with an RGB backlight. The tablet will be available with DDR5 RAM and PCIe 4.0 storage. However, the exact capacity is not announced by the company yet. As for the connectivity ports, the ROG Flow Z13 has one USB-A 2.0 port, two USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one HDMI 2.0 port, one eGPU port, one Thunderbolt 4 port, one microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Asus ROG Flow Z13 Gaming Tablet Price, Availability Details

Asus has currently kept the ROG Flow Z13’s pricing under the wraps. However, its availability is announced for Q2, 2022. We will be keeping an eye on this Asus premium gaming tablet’s pricing and availability details and will keep you posted.

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Starlink India Head Part Ways From The Company: What Really Happened?

Elon Musk-led Starlink’s India operations head Sanjay Bhargava has resigned from his position. This move comes a week after DoT said that it has no license to provide internet and asked the public not to opt for its services.

“I have stepped down as Country Director and Chairman of the Board of Starlink India for personal reasons… my last working day was December 31, 2021. I will have no comments…,” Bhargava said in the LinkedIn post. However, Bhargava did not reply to any of the questions sent to him about the resignation.

Bhargava joined Starlink last year in October. Earlier, he worked with Musk and founded Paypal, which is an electronic payment firm.

For the unaware, the Department of Telecommunication has also asked Starlink to refund all money from the deposits of the pre-booking. In fact, the company has started sending emails to customers for the refund of the pre-booking.

Starlink Refund Plans

Similarly, ET reported that that the company is in the process of refunding. The report also claims that somebody from the company has also met the ministry. Besides, DoT officials said that Starlink is in the process of applying for the license.

“We want to ensure we welcome investments into the country, so refund, make your applications, get your clearances and then please do what you want to,” the department official was quoted by ET. Notably, the company has informed its 7000 customers about the uncertainty of broadband internet services in India.

“We have been directed by India’s DoT to refund pre-orders until we are licensed,” the company said. It added that “unfortunately, the timeline for receiving licenses to operate is currently unknown, and there are several issues that must be resolved within the licensing framework to allow us to operate Starlink in India”.

It is important to note that the company pointed out that customers who have opted for the services are allowed to log in to their account and ask for cancellation or request a refund, which will be issued immediately. The company announced this procedure after DoT said that they need a license and necessary authorization before starting pre-booking process.

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CES 2022: TCL 30 V 5G, TCL 30 XE 5G Affordable 5G Smartphones Announced

CES 2022 has kickstarted and technology giants have started showcasing their newest of innovations. Smartphones remain a major attraction as always and the audience is being presented with new releases. TCL has also expanded its smartphone lineup with two new 5G smartphones. The TCL 30 V 5G and the TCL 30 XE 5G are the newest 5G offering by the company announced at the CES 2022. Let’s quickly see what all features with new TCL 5G phones offer:

TCL 30 V 5G, TCL 30 XE 5G Specifications And Features

Both TCL 30 V 5G and the TCL 30 XE 5G are announced for the budget audience. The former is a Snapdragon 480 SoC-powered handset. The entry-level octa-core Qualcomm 5G processor is aided by 4GB RAM and 128GB storage capacity. It will boot on Android 11 OS.

The handset flaunts an AMOLED display that measures 6.67-inches. The TCL 30 V 5G display comes with 1080 x 2400 pixels FHD+ resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The refresh rate offered is standard, i.e, 60Hz.

For optics, this budget TCL 5G phone sports a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide angle camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The selfie department is handled by a 16MP camera upfront. The handset uses a 4,500 mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.

The TCL 30 XE 5G is also an affordable 5G handset that uses the MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor instead of the Snapdragon 480 SoC as the above model. Other features are slightly downgraded compared to the other new model. While the display panel is the same, i.e, AMOLED, it is slightly smaller at 6.52-inches and supports 720 x 1600 pixels HD+ resolution.

The camera setup also features a smaller 13MP primary lens at the back combined with a pair of 2MP sensors. The selfie snapper here is an 8MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. The battery capacity is the same here as the above variant, i.,e a 4,500 mAh unit with 18W fast charging support.

TCL 30 V 5G, TCL 30 XE 5G: Price, Where To Buy?

TCL is yet to announce the prices of both TCL 30 V 5G and the TCL 30 XE 5G. However, both handsets are said to be available initially in the US. We are waiting for the brand to update the availability status of both models in India and other regions.