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.
OnePlus has introduced the latest foldable phone OnePlus Open Top. This device offer unique features and functionalities, let’s compare it with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. In this comparison, we’ll delve into the specifications, design, performance, and pricing of these two foldable phones to help you decide which one suits your needs.
OnePlus Open Top with a sleek and slim profile is very compact. It measures 153.40 x 143.10 x 5.80mm and weighs 245g. This foldable phone is available in two stunning colors, Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black.
The OnePlus Open Top features a primary 7.82-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals. It also includes a secondary 6.31-inch display, which is handy for quick tasks. Both screens offer high resolutions, making the viewing experience sharp and immersive.
Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is equally impressive in design, measuring 129.90 x 154.90 x 6.10mm and weighing 253g. It comes in Cream, Icy Blue, and Phantom Black, providing users with a range of options to choose from. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers a 7.60-inch primary display with a slightly lower PPI than the OnePlus. However, it features a secondary 6.20-inch display with Gorilla Glass protection, making it more durable.
OnePlus Open Top Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Performance
Feature
OnePlus Open Top
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
CPU Cores
Octa-core
Octa-core
RAM
16GB
12GB (Available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB variants)
Internal Storage
512GB
256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Operating System
Android 13 with OxygenOS 13.2
Android 13 with One UI 5.1.1
The OnePlus Open Top is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, an octa-core chipset that ensures snappy performance. With 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, multitasking and storage needs are well-addressed. It runs on the latest Android 13 with OxygenOS 13.2. Whereas, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 5 is also equipped the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, providing remarkable processing capabilities. It comes in three variants with 12GB RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. The device operates on Android 13 with Samsung’s One UI 5.1.1.
OnePlus Open Top Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Camera, Battery
eature
OnePlus Open Top
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Rear Cameras
48MP main, 64MP telephoto, 48MP ultra-wide-angle
50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide-angle, 10MP telephoto
Front Cameras
20MP, 32MP
10MP main, 4MP (large pixels)
Battery
4,800mAh
4,400mAh
Fast Charging
Super VOOC fast charging
Proprietary fast charging
The OnePlus Open Top’s camera setup includes a versatile rear configuration with a 48-megapixel main camera, a 64-megapixel telephoto lens, and a 48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. The front camera comprises a 20-megapixel and a 32-megapixel lens, offering excellent photography capabilities. Whereas, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 packs a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 10-megapixel telephoto lens. It offers impressive photography features. The front camera consists of a 10-megapixel main lens and a 4-megapixel lens with large pixels.
The OnePlus Open Top boasts a 4,800mAh battery with Super VOOC fast charging support, ensuring that your device is powered up quickly. And, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 features a slightly smaller 4,400mAh battery with proprietary fast charging technology.
OnePlus Open Top Vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Price, Final Verdict
Feature
OnePlus Open Top
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Price (India)
₹1,39,999
₹164,999
The OnePlus Open Top is priced at ₹1,39,999, making it a competitive option in the foldable smartphone market. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is available at ₹164,999, positioning it as a premium choice for those seeking advanced foldable technology.
Both the OnePlus Open Top and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 offer incredible features, performance, and design. The choice between these two foldable phones ultimately depends on your preferences and budget. OnePlus Open Top provides a powerful and more affordable option, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers a premium experience with added durability.
Amazon Great Indian Sale Happiness Days is here and you can find amazing deals on smartwatches. These special watches comes with many features such as Smart AI Voice Assistant, 100+ Sports Modes, Heart & SpO2 Monitoring, and more.
In this article, we’ll explore the top 5 Smartwatch deals to help you make the most of this exciting sale.
Flipkart offers iPhone 14 under Rs. 30,000 during the sale
iPhone 14 is equipped with A15 Bionic processor
It has a dual 12MP camera on the back
Flipkart has started its Flipkart Dussehra Sale, which is scheduled to run from October 22, 2023, through October 29, 2023. This sale offers significant savings on a variety of goods, including apparel, accessories, electronics, and more. Also Read | Flipkart Big Dusshera Sale 2023: Top Deals And Discounts On QLED Smart TVs
iPhone 14: A Steal Deal At Rs. 30,000
You’re in luck if you’ve been impatiently awaiting this sale to get a new iPhone because Flipkart is presently selling the iPhone 14 for under 30,000 rupees, including all offers and discounts. Here is how the offer works.
Unbeatable Pricing On iPhone 14
The price of the Apple iPhone 14 is currently merely Rs. 56,999 from the original store pricing, a savings of Rs. 12,901 from the e-commerce juggernaut. Even better, SBI, RBL Bank, and Kotak Bank credit card holders can take advantage of a further discount of Rs. 750, further reducing the price to an attractive Rs. 56,249.
But the savings do not stop there. Flipkart is also providing a large trade-in offer, where you can get up to Rs. 39,150 off when you exchange your old mobile phone. With all these incredible offers and discounts combined, you can now purchase the Apple iPhone 14 for an unbelievable price of just Rs. 17,099 during the Flipkart sale.
Apple iPhone 14 Features
The Apple phone is equipped with a potent Apple A15 Bionic chipset with storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. Buyers can choose from multiple color variants of the iPhone 14, including Midnight, Purple, Starlight, Product RED, Blue, and Yellow.
Speaking about the screen, it has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display on this smartphone. The display of the smartphone has a 2532×1170 pixel resolution. It further has ceramic shield protection and is splash- and spill-proof.
For optics, the smartphone has two 12MP cameras: a primary 12MP sensor on the rear and a secondary 12MP ultra-wide sensor.
The Flipkart Big Dusshera Sale of 2023 is here, offering some of the top deals on 43, 55, and 65-inch 4K Smart TVs. This sale provides an excellent opportunity to upgrade your home entertainment setup with big-screen, high-resolution televisions.
In this article, we’ll highlight the five best deals you can find during this exciting Dusshera sale, ensuring you make the most of your shopping experience.
Flipkart Big Dusshera 2023 sale is live across the mobile app and website. Deals and discounts on various consumer centric products have been re-announced post the Big Billion Days 2023 sale that concluded recently. The e-commerce giant is currently offering 50- 8- percent discount on top consumer electronics products. Take a look at the top laptop deals you can grab on Flipkart during Dusshera 2023 sale:
Wings Nuvobook Pro Intel Core i7 Laptop
Available at an offer price of Rs. 39,990
10 percent additional discount for SBI, Kotak, and RBL Bank credit cards
Sports a 14-inch IPS LCD display with an FHD resolution
Aluminum allow material for robust build
Is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor
After concluding the Big Billion Days 2023 sale, Flipkart is back with another festive season sale. The e-commerce giant is now hosting Big Dusshera sale on its platform where deals are being offered on smart TVs and other consumer appliances. We are listing the top deals that you can grab on the latest range of QLED smart TVs in India.
OnePlus Open launched officially as first OnePlus foldable phone
Is packed with 2K AMOLED screen
Features Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC
OnePlus has marked its presence in the foldable smartphone segment with the launch of the OnePlus Open in India. The latest flagship foldable phone is announced in the Indian market as a top alternative to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 with a cheaper price tag. Which other handsets takes on the OnePlus Open foldable phone? Take a look:
OnePlus Open Foldable Phone Specs
Features a 6.3-inches outer screen with 2K resolution
Display in unfolded state measures 7.82-inches and support 120Hz refresh rate
Has Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset under the hood
Launched with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage
Rear camera setup includes 48MP+64MP+48MP sensors
Has a 32MP + 20MP selfie camera setup
Powered by a 4,805 mAh battery pack with 80W fast charging
Priced at Rs. 1,39,999
OnePlus Open Top Rivals
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Equipped with a 6.20-inch cover screen and 7.60-inch inner display (unfolded state)
Powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor
Triple rear camera setup including a 50MP + 12MP + 10MP
Selfie camera setup include a 10MP sensor and a 4MP sensor
Runs on Android 13 OS topped with a custom UI
Powered by a 4,400 mAh battery pack
Price in India starts at Rs. 1,54,999
OPPO Find N3
Packed with 6.3-inch cover display with 2800 nits peak brightness
Sports a 7.82-inch OLED display (when unfolded) with 120Hz refresh rate
Is powered by the octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile chipset
Up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage option
Rear camera setup included 48MP+ 64MP+48MP sensors
Selfie camera setup includes a 32MP lens and a 20MP lens
Boots on Android 13 OS and has custom Color OS skin
Is powered by 4,805 mAh battery pack combined with 80W fast charging
Will compete likes of Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Oppo Find N3
OnePlus has finally ventured into the foldable smartphone space as well. The brand started its journey in the mobile industry with the flagship killer tag and has been brining premium and reasonably priced Android phones for the consumers globally. The OnePlus Open foldable phone is also a premium offering which brings along the futuristic foldable phone design and top-tier hardware. Below are the OnePlus Open foldable phone’s top highlights and pricing information:
OnePlus Open Foldable Phone Top Features
OnePlus Open flaunts a book-like foldable design which is somewhat similar to the Samsung Galaxy X Fold 5 but in a compact shell
The outer cover screen of the OnePlus Open foldable phone measures 6.3-inches (when folded).
Outer screen uses an AMOLED panel with a 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate
The OnePlus Open foldable phone’s display in the unfolded state measures 7.82-inches
The inner display of the OnePlus Open foldable phone is an AMOLED panel that supports a 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate
A punch hole is present on the cover screen for the selfie snapper
Front camera is a 32MP lens with an f/2.0 aperture
OnePlus Open’s primary camera hardware includes three sensors including a 48MP main sensor (Sony LYTIA-T808 lens) with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
The primary camera on the OnePlus Open foldable phone will get support from another 48MP sensor and a 64MP sensor with 3x optical zoom
Under the hood, the octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset handles the power delivery
OnePlus Open will be available with up to 16GB RAM for swift multitasking and app launch
It will be integrated with up to 512GB onboard storage option
Firmware pre-loaded inside the OnePlus Open will be Android 13 OS. It will be topped with a custom user interface (OxygenOS 13.1)
Offers both Wi-Fi and LTE network connectivity option
OnePlus Open is a 5G supported foldable phone
The OnePlus Open foldable phone gets juice via a 4,805 mAh battery pack
The battery also has 80W fast charging for quick refuels
The OnePlus Open is priced at Rs. 1,39,999 in India and has arrived as an affordable counterpart to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. OnePlus will start taking pre-bookings for its first foldable phone starting October 27 in the country. Colour options include Emerald Disk Voyager Black.
Lenovo has one of the biggest portfolios in the laptop and PC segment. The brand also has created its niche with Android tablets and has released multiple models across different price spectrum. For the budget audiences too, Lenovo is offering some best options loaded with top features at affordable costs. At Giznext, we got a chance to review the Lenovo Tab M9 which is priced under Rs. 15,000 and comes as a suitable options for students and general users.
The Lenovo Tab M9 can be purchased at Rs. 13,999 in India via online and offline market. But does the affordable pricing saves the day for this Lenovo tablet? Is it fit for daily usage? Read on our feedback on the Lenovo Tab M9’s user experience and whether or not you should buy it?
The Lenovo Tab M9 flaunts a basic and practical design approach which offers a convenient user experience overall. It has a slim form factor which makes it easy to hold during operations. Lenovo has used aluminum body material to construct the Tab M9 tablet.
The tablet does feel rugged with the metallic build but is a bit slippery when used without any case or cover. This along with the large form factor hampers single hand usability. But with a weight of 344g and 7.9mm thickness, its portability factor is least hampered. You will find it super easy to slide it into your backpack and travel.
The dual tone rear panel adds to the overall premium looks. You get to select from silver and Frost Blue shades depending on your preferences. The back panel has a single rear camera island combined with an LED flash. The remaining placement of ports and keys is also neat.
There is a SIM card slot on the left panel, while the right edge has the power and volume keys. At the bottom, the USB Type-C port is placed along with the 3.5mm headphone jack. Usability factor overall is good with the Lenovo Tab M9 tablet.
Speaking of the display, the Lenovo Tab M9 sports a 9-inch display. The panel used is standard IPS LCD which can be found even on premium mid-tier tablet models and some of the flagship grade variants. The Lenovo Tab M9 has an aspect ratio of 5:3 and it supports an HD resolution of 800 x 1340 pixels. The panel supports a basic 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness.
The visibility experience is decent with the Lenovo Tab M9. The visuals are best when you use it for basic web browsing or apps and also online streaming. But it’s average with brightness; specifically outdoors. You might have to struggle a bit to watch content on the screen under harsh and direct sunlight.
Apart from this, this Lenovo entry-level tablet offers good visual experience. The color production is good and you would have to make least of adjustments with the display settings. Thanks to the its Widevine L1 certification, the Lenovo Tab M9’s screen offer a premium experience with video streaming at OTT platforms.
It can easily play high-res videos on Netflix, Amazon Prime Videos, and YouTube. This is one of those features that is missing from most of the low-end Android tablets in the market giving the Tab M9 an edge over the rivals.
The Lenovo Tab M9 uses a standard camera hardware where the back panel features an 8MP sensor with and the front panel is packed with a 2MP sensor. The camera hardware delivers a basic imaging experience overall with the quality being clear and crisp across well lit situations. The same goes for video recording with the back camera.
The stability is average while recording the videos. There are a bunch of camera modes that are readily accessible via the camera app. As for the selfie lens, it is suitable for video calling or conferencing but you will need good lighting conditions for the quality to be appropriate.
The Lenovo Tab M9 runs on the Helio G80 chipset. It is an entry-level gaming chipset from MediaTek with octa-cores and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU support for graphics. We already have seen a couple of tablets using the same chipset for power delivery. Now, performance is optimum when you work on different apps and also with other basic tasks including web browing and multimedia playback. In fact, its the best with the latter.
The Lenovo Tab M9 can easily complete any given task swiftly. It is loaded with 4GB RAM that helps with multitasking and 64GB storage space for storing important files and documents. The tablet offers a quick response with all the tasks and speedy switching between different apps. For additional storage space, you get the option to use an external microSD card as well.
The Lenovo Tab M9 ships with Android 12 OS. Now, this is a dated Android version which Lenovo has used but the compromises are least with the user experience. The UI is customized as per tablet which allows it to be used in the laptop mode when required.
While the Tab M9 ships with the Android 12 operating system, it’s worth noting that it’s not the latest iteration from Google. However, Lenovo has committed to delivering the Android 13 OS update in the near future, along with three years of security updates.
The Tab M9 has a bunch of third-party streaming apps included for an effective multimedia experience. It also features Entertainment and a range of productivity centered apps including Google Kids Space. Lenovo is also promising major Android updates for the Tab M9 and it is confirmed to get Android 13 OS update in the future. But the timeline when it will be dished out remains unspecified at this point.
Lastly, the battery, the Tab M9 features an 8,300 mAh battery pack. Lenovo touts around 13 hours of backup with a single charge. We tested the battery with different aspects and the backup is close to what the brand claims. You easily get over 10 hours of battery backup with moderate usage.
Lenovo Tab M9 Review: Final Verdict
In our opinion, the Lenovo Tab M9 comes as one of the most capable Android tablet with a price range under Rs. 15,000. It has all the necessary hardware that not only pits it against the popular counterparts in this segment but also emerge as a powerful option for all consumers. The premium multimedia experience and long battery life further credits to its success in the budget tablet segment.
