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Vivo Launched Wireless Sport Lite Neckband For Rs. 1,999: See Here For Details

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Vivo has announced the launch of a new product in India. The company has launched wireless sport lite neckband earphones that will have smart features and are expected to provide exceptional audio quality. The neckband is priced at Rs. 1,999 and will be available across all Vivo e-store and retail stores in two colours, i.e. Black and Blue.

Vivo Wireless Sports Lite Neckband Details

The Vivo Wireless Sports Lite neckband comes with a customized 11.2mm single driver unit along with a Daikoku aluminum-coated bronze coil that the company claims can offer high frequencies. It also comes with a latency rate of up to 80ms, which will help in gaming.

The neckband also comes with a noise cancellation feature that ensures that you can hear everything clearly. In addition, the device comes with an AAC code only without SBC or AptX. Besides, the neckband support Bluetooth version v5.0, which helps them pair instantly with all nearby devices.

The Vivo Wireless Sport Lite neckband is light and weighs 23.9 grams. It is engineered with IPX4 water and sweat protection. It comes with a 129mAh battery, five hours of playtime Game low lagging, Easy connection, Magnetic switch, Google Voice assistance, and Quick Pair. However, it does not have features like Active Noise Cancellation.

“After witnessing the success of TWS Neo earphones last year, we are pleased to announce the launch of a new addition to our allied devices ranges with Vivo Wireless Sport Lite neckband, a step towards the development of IoT technology,” the company’s spokesperson said.

Meanwhile, the company is planning to launch a new smartphone soon in India. The device is expected to be launched on December 22th 2021. The series might consist of two models such as Vivo S12 and Vivo S12 Pro.

The Vivo S12 device will feature triple rear cameras and the VivoS12 Pro is likely to have a 90Hz refresh rate display along with a 108MP primary rear camera. On the other hand, the Vivo S12 Pro is likely to have a 6.5-inch Full HD+ OLED display. Under the hood, it will have a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.

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Mobile

Tecno Spark 8T Powered By Helio G35 Announced In India; Available At Rs. 8,999 Via Amazon

Tecno has revamped its budget Android smartphone lineup with the launch of Spark 8T in India. The latest handset comes as the second model in the Spark 8 series equipped with features such as the Helio G35 processor, 50MP dual cameras, and more. The spec sheet falls in line with what the rumor mill had suggested. Let’s dive into the details surrounding the Spark 8T’s India pricing and sales.

Tecno Spark 8T Hardware, Software Features

The Tecno Spark 8T employs the octa-core Helio G35 processor for all tasks at hand. This low-end MediaTek processor has octa-cores and IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU support. The budget handset has been announced with a single 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. It also has external microSD card support via a dedicated microSD card slot.

Upfront, the Tecno Spark 8T flaunts a tall 6.6-inch display. It is an LCD panel that supports 1080 x 2408 pixels screen resolution and a 91.3 percent screen-to-body ratio. The display further offers a peak brightness level of 500 nits and sports a standard waterdrop notch.

Coming to the optics, the Tecno Spark 8T employs dual cameras at the rear. The setup comprises a 50MP main camera which has an f/1.6 aperture and a secondary AI sensor. The camera setup offers multiple shooting modes to enhance the imaging experience such as AI Beauty, AR Animoji, Portrait mode, and Panorama.

The handset also supports 1080p time-lapse video recording, bokeh video, and slow-motion videos (120fps). The dot notch accommodates an 8MP snapper to click selfies and for video chats. Security here is handled by a physical fingerprint scanner (oval-shaped) positioned at the rear panel.

The connectivity aspects are a dated microUSB port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, 4G VolTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Lastly, the Spark 8T uses a big 5,000 mAh battery which supports standard 10W charging speeds.

How Much Is The Tecno Spark 8T Priced In India?

The Tecno Spark 8T’s price has been set at Rs. 8,999 in India. Notably, the handset will be available in a single 4GB RAM and 64GB storage option. However, you get to select the handset from four different color options – Atlantic Blue, Cocoa Gold, Iris Purple, and Turquoise Cyan. As far as the Spark 8T’s India availability is concerned, you can head to the Amazon India website or app to buy this new Tecno budget smartphone.

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How To Recharge Reliance Jio Number For Re 1: Check Details Here

Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone-Idea have recently revised their prepaid plans. All telecom operators have increased tariffs to reduce the burden on their financial books and to increase overall revenue from their services.

India’s largest telecom operator Reliance Jio is launching new and affordable packs to help its people. The telecom operator has launched a new pack of Re. 1 for its customers. Yes, you read it right, as several reports are surfacing online that claim the same.

In case, you are planning to recharge your Jio mobile number with the newly launched pack, you have to follow these steps.

Steps To Recharge Mobile With Reliance Jio Re. 1 Prepaid Pack

Step 1: First, you need to open the MyJio application and log in with your number. Now, tap on the recharge option.
Step 2: Then, you have to click on the value section that is available at the top row.
Step 3: Now, you have to click on the other plan section that is placed at the bottom.
Step 4: After that, you will see the Jio Re. 1 prepaid plan and to recharge with the same plan. You have to tap on the buy option and make payment via cards and UPI platforms.

Reliance Jio Re. 1 Plan Offer

It is worth noting that this pack is not available on the company’s website; however, the Telecomtalk report said that this pack is available on the MyJio application. Coming to the benefits of this pack, this pack offers benefits for 30 days. It ships 100MB of data for the same period.

Reliance Jio Rs. 119 Plan Benefits

Apart from Re. 1 pack, Reliance Jio has announced the launch of Rs. 119 pack, where users will get 1.5GB of data per day for only 14 days. This pack also ships unlimited calling and 300 messages for the same period. Additionally, users will get access to all Jio applications.

Notably, the company is providing 300 messages with this pack, which is new as it has removed the SMS facility from several packs. On the other hand, Airtel and Vodafone-Idea do not provide SMS facilities with affordable packs.

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Oppo Find N Flagship Foldable Phone Officially Unveiled At INNO Day 2021; Price, Full Specs, Sale Details

Oppo has finally joined the foldable phones bandwagon with the launch of Find N. It is the first foldable handset by the company which will be going up against the likes of the Galaxy Z Fold series and the Huawei Mate X. The company recently teased the first look of the handset and has now taken the wraps off during the ongoing INNO Day 2021 event in China. Let’s look at the features offered by Oppo’s first flagship foldable smartphone:

Oppo Find N Full Design, Full Specifications

The Oppo Find N’s biggest highlight is the foldable display design (centrally folding). It is somewhat similar to the first-gen Galaxy Z Fold but with a landscape ratio for the inner panel. The inner display (when unfolded) measures 7.1-inches and offers an 8:4:9 aspect ratio. This mode is best suited for gaming or reading e-books as per the company.

Oppo further reveals the foldable design is based on a Flexion Hinge which has 136 components with extreme precision of up to 0.01mm. This hinge is said to result in minimal creasing which is 80 percent less visible with the folds. It is an LTPO panel that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. The Oppo Find N’s outer display measures 5.49-inches with an 18:9 aspect ratio and up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness.

Under the hood, the Oppo Find N uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 mobile processor. The premium octa-core flagship processor is coupled with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. Now moving on to the imaging setup, the Oppo Find N features a triple camera setup comprising a 50MP Sony IMX766 lens, a 16MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 13MP telephoto sensor.

The Oppo Find N has a FlexForm mode that allows the device to serve as its own tripod. You will be able to record 4K HD time-lapse and also use light trails, night sky, sun & clouds timelapse modes for astrophotography. For security, this foldable phone is packed with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Oppo Find N’s spec-sheet is completed via a decent-sized 4,500 mAh battery. The device also employs 33W SuperVooc Flash charge tech which as per the brand can refuel the handset up to 55 percent with 30 minutes of charge. The foldable phone also has 10W reverse wireless charging and 15W AIRVOOC wireless fast charging support.

Oppo Find N Price, Availability Details

Oppo hasn’t yet announced the Oppo Find N’s pricing details. However, it is said to be limited to Mainland China only as of now. It is likely to be available for sale in Q1 2022 in China. The global availability remains a mystery for now, but we expect Oppo to share the remaining details soon.

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iQOO Eyeing 10% Market Share In Mid To Premium Segment In 2022, Says Nipun Marya

To drive its operations and growth in India, iQOO, an online sub-brand of Vivo, has made big changes in its leadership. The company has appointed Nipun Marya as its Chief Executive Officer for the country’s operations. For the uninitiated, Marya joined iQOO as CEO after serving as Director, Brand Strategy for Vivo India for five years.

Under his leadership, Vivo has managed to achieve the third position during the last quarter of this year. Notably, Vivo garnered a 15 percent share and became one of the top 5G smartphone players in the country.

Meanwhile, Giznext has managed to do interaction with iQOO CEO Nipun Marya regarding upcoming products and market share in 2022.

Q1 How is iQOO currently doing in India? (Post second wave of Covid-19)

iQOO is one of the fastest-growing brands in the Indian smartphone market and has positioned itself as a key player in a short span. The brand has recorded a growth of 671 percent in 2021. This year, the brand has launched multiple products like iQOO 7 Series, Z-Series, and more that offer a superior gaming experience.

Our smartphones like iQOO 7, Z5, and the Z3 are the highest-rated devices on Amazon. Additionally, the brand has recently achieved the milestone of selling 25 million smartphones globally.

Q2 Please brief us about your omnichannel strategy?

We have aggressive plans for this year. Right now, iQOO is an online-focused brand, but soon we might also be available in retail offline channels. Our focus is to be an omnichannel brand in the time to come.

Q3 What will be your focus areas in 2022 in terms of products lined up?

We are planning to launch performance-oriented products in 2022. In 2022, we will be focussing on the gaming experience with an aggressive product lined up.

We look forward to driving the next phase of growth for the brand as we open a new chapter, focusing on the premium performance segment and emerging as one of the leading smartphone brands in 2022.

Q4 What kind of market share are you looking at by the end of this year? Especially in the 5G handset market?

We want to double our online market share in the mid to premium segment from 5 percent to 10 percent in India by 2022. 5G is the future, and as a brand, our endeavour has always remained to offer future-ready products to our consumers. We will deliver high-performing and powerful devices, which are 5G ready.

Q5 What else can we expect from iQOO in the coming months?

We will continue to offer the best performance to the consumers with unparalleled technological experiences. iQOO will be seen strengthening its market presence and gaining the lead in the online segment.

We will also build up our premium and mid-segment portfolio as we move forward in our journey to double our online market share in the mid to premium segment from 5 percent to 10 percent by next year.

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Kodak Launches 7XPRO Android 4K Smart TV Series: See Here For All Details

Kodak has announced the launch of a new smartphone for its customers in India. The Kodak 7XPRO TV series is all set to go on sale on Flipkart Big Saving Days sale on December 15th, 2021. The company has announced the launch of three 4K models under the same series. All smart televisions are manufactured in the country.

The newly launched series also has an ARM Cortex A53 processor that offers 40W audio output along with HDR10 content and dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity. In addition, the smart television models also come with Google Assistant voice controls.

Kodak 7XPRO: Specifications And Features

The Kodak 7XPRO comes with a 4K LED display along with a 60Hz refresh rate. The newly launched smart television is available in three sizes 43-inch, 50-inch, and 55-inch.

In addition, the Kodak 7XPRO models also feature a bezel-less design and claim to offer one billion that is compatible with HDR 10 support. Besides, the new series of televisions are equipped with 40W speakers.

Additionally, the smart TV models come with a 1.4GHz ARM Cortex A53 processor that is paired with 2GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. The Android TV also comes with Google Play along with Google Assitant, Chromecast, and screen mirroring through Airplay. 

On the connectivity front, the smart televisions support two USB ports, a 3.5mm audio jack, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5, an Ethernet port, three HDMI ports, and one component cable (RBG cable) in port. 

The 43-inch model weighs 970x620x 230mm, whereas the 50-inch screen measures 1,125x715x280mm, and the 55-inch screen size measures 1,240x780x280mm. Notably, these measurements included the stand of the televisions. 

Kodak 7XPRO: Price And Availability 

The 43-inch model is priced at Rs. 23, 999, whereas Kodak 7XPRO 50-inch model will cost you Rs. 30,999, and the Kodak 7XPRO 55-inch variant is priced at Rs. 33,999. The smart televisions will be available on Flipkart from December 15th, 2021 (Wednesday). Furthermore, smart televisions have been launched in only one colour option: Black 

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Vivo V23 Pro Might Be Launch In January In India: See Here For All Details

Vivo is likely to launch a new smartphone in the first week of the next month. In fact, several reports claim that Vivo will launch a device on January 4th. The Vivo V23 Pro will be launched under the Vivo V23 series and is expected to take over the V21 devices.

The smartphone is expected to be available with a 64MP primary rear camera, whereas its predecessor Vivo V21 comes with a 64MP primary rear camera, which is paired with an 8MP primary camera and 2MP sensors.

Notably, there is no official word from the company, but it was speculated that the Vivo V23 might have the same specifications as Vivo V215G; however, the chipset and camera capabilities might be better.

For the unaware, the Vivo V21 5G comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 800U processor along with 8GB of RAM, a triple rear camera at the back, a 64MP primary camera, 8MP wide-angle, and 2MP macro sensors. In addition, the smartphone features a 4MP selfie camera at the front.

Vivo23e 5G: Expected Specifications

On the other hand, Vivo V23e 5G has been launched in Thailand in November. The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor and comes with an 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The device is priced at THB 12,999, which is close to Rs. 29,000.

The device features a 6.44-inch full HD+ AMOLED display. On the camera front, it will have a triple rear camera setup at the back. It is equipped with a 50MP main sensor, 8MP wide-angle sensor, and 2MP sensor. The device also has 44MP selfie snapper on the front.

The smartphone also comes with a 4,050 mAh battery along with 44W fast charging support. On the connectivity front, it has Bluetooth v5.1 GPS, dual-SIM slots, USB Type-C port, (Nano), and dual Wi-Fi support.

In addition, you will find an on-screen fingerprint sensor and it weighs 172 grams. The device has been launched with two colour options: Sunshine Coast and Moonlight Shadow. Furthermore, the device is already available on sale in Thailand.

The company has not announced anything on the launch of these smartphones in India, but we expect that all will be launched in the Q1 of the next year.

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Oppo Air Glass Breaks Covers At INNO Day 2021; Just A Concept Or Reality?

Oppo has kickstarted its INNO Days 2021 event where the brand is showcasing its latest innovations in the technology space. The Chinese tech giant has been getting all the attention for its first foldable smartphone dubbed Find N which is going to be unveiled tomorrow. Meanwhile, the company has also introduced its first-ever smart glass equipped with the company’s self-developed micro projector and a micro LED. This new smart glass by Oppo isn’t a concept product and is said to be available starting next year in the company’s home town China.

Oppo Air Glass: What Are The Features Offered?

The Oppo Air Glass has been designed on a monocle waveguide design and can be worn like a regular pair of glasses. It has a lightweight form factor and weighs just 30g. The lens is wrapped with a slim frame that tucks inside all the primary hardware components such as a Qualcomm processor and the micro projector.

The frame itself has been launched in two different designs. There is a full black frame, while the other comes with a half-sliver shade. Both frames offer a magnetic latch design that will allow users to attach conventional glasses as per convenience. The company will be shipping two different sizes of each frame.

Speaking of the innards, the Oppo Air Glass uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 processor and Spark Micro projector developed by the brand itself. This along with the micro-LED and a custom waveguide technology is what allows the smart glass to deliver an AR experience throughout.

The Oppo Air Glass projector’s micro LED is said to offer up to 3 million nits peak brightness. However, the actual value as claimed by the company is 1,400 nits in average conditions. Moving on to the Oppo Air Glass’s compatibility and usability factors, it will support devices such as Oppo Watch 2 and Oppo smartphones that are running on Color OS 11 or above.

You will also need to download the Smart Glass app on your devices to use all the functions. Also, users will be able to use touch, head/ hand tracking to operate the Oppo Air Glass. Gesture support for controls is also available. The company has also installed a bunch of applications (some developed by Oppo) for a better user experience.

When Can We Expect Oppo Air Glass To Go Commercial?

According to Oppo, the Air Glass will be launched commercially in Q1 2022. However, its availability would be limited to Mainland China in black and white color options. There is no word related to its global availability. However, we will keep you posted with the details once available.

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Netflix New Plans: Check Here For Benefits, Price, And More

With an aim to increase its user base in India, Netflix has made big changes in its plans. The company has decreased its prices between 18 to 60 percent across different plans. The new development comes after when Disney+ Hotstar and Amazon Prime increased the prices of their plans.

It is important to note that all revised plans are listed on the website and users are allowed to upgrade all packs from today (December 14th, 2021). The company also said that all users can sign up and choose the plan they wanted to use. Besides, the company said that it will upgrade the plan automatically, which is higher than the current pack.

Netflix New Plans: Check Details

The first plan of the popular steaming application is now priced at Rs. 149 per month as against Rs. 199 per month. The Basic pack is now priced at Rs. 199 instead of Rs. 499 per month earlier, while the Standard pack will cost you Rs. 499 per month. Earlier, this plan was priced at Rs. 649 per month and lastly, there is a pack of Rs. 649 per month, which was earlier priced at Rs. 799 per month.

Netflix Upgradation Offer

The company also announced that if you already have a subscription, you are allowed to choose or upgrade to high-end plans. However, those who are using Premium plans can change the plans and that will be reflected in their next billing cycle.

Netflix Plan Benefits

It is worth noting that benefits are the same as the Mobile and Basic plan offers 480p content on phones and tablets, whereas the Standard plan offers 1080p resolution and Premium pack ships content with 4K+ HDR resolution.

The content of the Mobile plan can be accessed via mobile and tablet. While Basic pack will be accessed on television, mobile, tablet, and computer. The Standard and the Premium plans are also accessible via the same platforms.

“As Indians, we love great entertainment. Whatever your mood, tastes or plan, Netflix is now even more accessible. Whether you choose Aranyak on Friday, Money Heist on Saturday, or Dhamaka and Sooryavanshi on Sunday, you can watch all of Netflix on your mobile for Rs. 149, and on any device starting at Rs. 199,” Monika Shergill, Vice President, Content, Netflix India.

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Nipun Marya Becomes CEO For iQOO India: Here’s Why

In order to increase growth and operations in India, iQOO has announced the appointment of the new Chief Executive Offer for the Indian market. Notably, Nipun Marya Vivo’s brand director has joined the iQOO as CEO and he will be responsible to drive growth in the country.

“Our smartphones like iQOO 7, Z5 and Z3 have been the highest-rated smartphones in their respective segments on Amazon. This inspires us to further strengthen our ambitions to bring a bold line of breakthrough innovations in future products. I am looking forward to driving this next phase of growth for the brand and double the online market share in the mid-premium segment from 5 percent to 10 percent by 2022,” Marya said.

Notably, Marya has already taken the position and will now leave his position after completing five in the Vivo. Vivo has also appointed new executives for his role.

“Nipun has successfully led vivo’ s expansion and brand evolution in the India market. His deep understanding and consistent focus on consumer understanding have helped Vivo grow its brand strength and preference over the years. We are delighted to see him assume charge as iQOO’s CEO and are confident he will play a pivotal role in cementing the brand’s position within the India market,” Jerome Chen, CEO, Vivo India.

iQOO Announces Quest Days

Meanwhile, the company has announced Quest Days on Amazon. Under Quest days, the company is providing offers, discounts, exchange offers, and more. In addition, the buyers will get Amazon Coupon Discounts close to Rs. 3,000 on the iQOO 7, iQOO 7 Legend, iQOO Z2, and the iQOO Z5 smartphones.

iQOO Z5, iQOO Z3, And iQOO 7: Price And Specifications

Notably, the smartphone is priced at Rs. 17,990 and comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G Mobile Platform, 4D Game Vibration, Linear Motor, High-Res Audio, Dual Speakers, and Liquid Cooling Technology.

Coming to the price of the iQOO Z3, the smartphone is priced at Rs. 21,990. The device comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G 5G Mobile Platform, 55W FlashCharge technology, 120Hz refresh rate, and a five-layer liquid cooling system.

Lastly, there is iQOO 7 that is priced at Rs. 29,990 and it features Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 series processor. It supports 66W Flash Charge technology and a triple rear-camera setup at the back.