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• Oppo F21 Pro Series Arriving in India on April 12 – Check Out Specifications and Price
• BSNL Desi 4G Might Make Huge Impact in Indian Market: Opinion
• Satcom vs Telecom in India: Whom Should Govt Support? Let’s Talk
• Samsung Could Introduce a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro model in 2022 with Bigger Battery
• Jio vs ACT vs Spectra vs Tata Play: High-Speed 500 Mbps Broadband Plans
• Motorola, OnePlus and Google Smartphones Are Releasing Maximum Radiation
• Bose QuietComfort 45 Headphones Arrive in India with ANC and 24-Hour Battery Life
• OnePlus Foldable Smartphone Likely to be a Rebranded Oppo Find N
• ACT Broadband Plans People In Bangalore Can Use to Stream, Play Games
• BSNL Executives Seek for Return of 38000 Crore Dues from DoT
• India Jumps Rank in Both Mobile and Fixed Broadband Speeds Globally
• iQOO Z6 Pro Might Launch in India on April 20, Check Specs
• Airtel Brings New Rs 1099 Airtel Black Plan
• Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 Laptop Launched for Gamers with 12th-Gen Intel Core i9 CPU
• MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC Officially Launched – TSMC’s 6nm, Octa-Core Setup and More
• OnePlus Might be Planning to Introduce ‘Ace’ Series Smartphones Soon

Oppo F21 Pro Series Arriving in India on April 12 – Check Out Specifications and Price Posted: 10 Apr 2022 07:32 AM PDT The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Oppo is gearing up for the launch of its Oppo F21 Pro series of smartphones next week in India. The series is going to consist of two devices namely Oppo F21 Pro and Oppo F21 Pro+. The base Pro model will come with both 4G and 5G versions. The Oppo F21 Pro is going to be the company's first smartphone to arrive with Fiberglass leather back panel making it much lighter and thinner. Before the Oppo F21 Pro is launched on April 12, let's take a look at the specifications and price details that are currently available with us. Oppo F21 Pro Specs The Oppo F21 Pro specifications have been eased by the company in the past. The handset is expected to arrive with a 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display that may have a 90Hz refresh rate at least. The Oppo F21 Pro 4G is likely to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the 5G version may come with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset. The processor on the handset might be paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The internal storage on the device will further be expandable and on the other hand, the RAM on the smartphone can be expanded up to 5GB virtually. The handset will pack a 4,500mAh battery with support for 33W SuperVOOC fast charging. Talking about the camera module of the device Oppo F21 will come with a triple rear camera setup headlined by a 64MP primary lens. The secondary cameras on the back of the device could be an ultra-wide-angle lens and a microlens. The front of the device is likely to feature a 32MP selfie snapper in the 4G version whereas the 5G version could get a 16MP selfie shooter. The smartphone might have an in-display or side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security. Oppo F21 Pro Price Oppo F21 Pro is expected to launch with a single storage configuration for both 4G and 5G versions. The 4G variant of the device could be priced at Rs 21,990 for the 8GB/128GB while the 5G model is said to cost Rs 25,990 for the 8GB/128GB storage option.

BSNL Desi 4G Might Make Huge Impact in Indian Market: Opinion Posted: 10 Apr 2022 05:10 AM PDT Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has been fighting its own battle for rolling out 4G when the private operators are ready for 5G. The state-owned telco is finally not far from realising its goal of delivering India its first homegrown 4G network. From the core network to the complete equipment, BSNL's 4G network across India will be powered by homegrown technology. BSNL has already placed an order worth Rs 550 crores to TCS (Tata Consultancy Services) for procuring 40W radios for 6000 4G sites across India. The specific locations that the telco will target for this are unknown, but BSNL will go for the high-potential areas where it can earn more from customers to make a quick return on investment. BSNL's desi 4G network can easily make a huge impact in the Indian market. BSNL's 4G Network Can be a Fresh Option for Frustrated Consumers Look, the private Indian telcos' aren't necessarily bad in what they are doing. It's not an easy task to handle a market with a billion people looking to consume services. Especially when there are only three players. Thus, it is hard for telecom operators to keep everyone happy. They can surely try, but it is quite an impossible task. No one can keep everyone happy. The thing with each of these operators is that all of them have similar offerings. While it is wrong to ignore the Vi Hero Unlimited benefits offered by Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), there's also the fact that Airtel and Jio offer better and more consistent mobile network experience. Right now, if you are an Indian and you want to consume 4G network services, your options are limited to Airtel, Jio and Vi. It can feel very suffocating to a consumer if all you have had is a bad experience with all the private telcos over the years. Whom do you turn to? There's no other option. BSNL, with its homegrown 4G, will be the new option for these frustrated consumers. No one can say how the experience with BSNL will be right now, but it will be something new. All the users frustrated with the private telcos will have BSNL to look forward to. BSNL can offer some respite to congested networks of the private telcos. The state-run telco might aggressively add new users once its 4G networks are out across the nation. BSNL plans to install over 1.12 lakh new sites for the 4G rollout in India. The initial order of 6000 sites is just the start which will be followed by another order for 6000 sites and then the remaining 1 lakh sites. What's interesting is that a major C-DoT (Centre for Development of Telematics) official has also given Indian users a hope to look forward to BSNL's 5G. BSNL was also secretly working on 5G NSA while working on 4G. Things must move fast for BSNL in order for the state-run telco to make any sort of impact on the 4G market. There's still a long way for 4G to go in India, and if BSNL plays its cards right, the lack of options in India could work in its favour.

Satcom vs Telecom in India: Whom Should Govt Support? Let’s Talk Posted: 10 Apr 2022 02:08 AM PDT The satellite communications (satcom) industry and the telecom industry are at odds about how the government should give spectrum to the communication service providers (CSPs). In 2022, for the first time, the spectrum will also be sought by private satcom players. Thus, the telecom operators aren't the only ones who will be competing for the scarce airwaves. Satcom companies believe that global practice should be followed, and the spectrum should be allocated in an administrative manner. Telecom companies say that it would be unfair if the satellite broadband companies get the spectrum outside of auctions as it will hurt the transparency of the process. Here's what you should know about this. Satcom Companies Stance Bharti Airtel has sided with the satcom companies and said that administrative allocation is the right way for satellite broadband services. Satcom companies want to avoid participating in the auction and competing for the airwaves with the telecom operators. According to Bharti Airtel, the Indian government should follow global practice and allocate the spectrum to the satcom companies in an administrative manner. Satellite broadband is going to play a key role in the enhancement of India as a digital country. There are many areas of the country where terrestrial network service providers can't reach. But satcom companies aren't limited by reach and can offer services in the most backward regions of India without any hassle. Telecom Sector Stance The industry body, Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), has asked the sector regulator to keep equal and fair treatment for all. If there are two companies providing similar kinds of services, they should be given access to the spectrum in the same manner. Thus, if the satcom companies are getting it for free, the telcos should also get it for free, demands COAI. It is truly a hard decision for the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Whatever decision it takes, someone's going to be disappointed. Further, it is a very crucial decision because it will determine how the satcom companies are going to look at India as a potential market in the near future. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is waiting for the TRAI to submit final recommendations. The recommendations were expected to come from TRAI by the end of March or early April. Both the time frame are gone now, and it looks like there might be more delays. The telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had said that the delay on the part of TRAI in submitting recommendations wouldn't affect the scheduled timeline for the spectrum auction. So we can hope that the 5G rollout in India won't be too far from August either. What way should DoT and TRAI go here? Let us know in the comments section below.

Samsung Could Introduce a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro model in 2022 with Bigger Battery Posted: 09 Apr 2022 10:25 PM PDT The South Korean tech giant Samsung is known for introducing a pair of new smartwatches every year and has been doing it for some time. Following the same trend, it is expected that Samsung will introduce two new smartwatches in 2022 as well – Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Classic. However, this could change a bit as a new report suggests that Samsung is working on introducing a third smartwatch in the same series. Let's find out. What We Know About Galaxy Watch 5 Pro A new report from SamMobile suggests that Samsung is working on a new wearable in its Galaxy series which is apparently going to be called Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. According to the report, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro will come with a model number SM-R925. What's being changed with this model is its battery size. Galaxy Watch 4 was launched with a 361mAh battery backup, however, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is tipped to arrive with a 572mAh battery unit. One might think that with a bigger battery the size of the wearable might also get bigger, but a previous report informs that the size of this year's Galaxy Watch 5 will be 40mm and 44mm. So, it is possible that the Pro model of the series could come with a bigger size, however, nothing has been confirmed as of now. The change in the battery can be related to the fact that a number of Galaxy Watch 4 users had complaints about the battery backup on the wearable. The report also informs that apart from the larger battery unit, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro will also come with Google's Wear OS. The company hasn't informed anything yet about a Pro model in the Galaxy Watch 5 series and this is the first anybody's heard of it. Not much is known about the Galaxy Watch 5 series as of now and it is advised to take the intel on the pro model with a grain of salt.

Jio vs ACT vs Spectra vs Tata Play: High-Speed 500 Mbps Broadband Plans Posted: 09 Apr 2022 06:36 PM PDT Whether it is work, learning, gaming, streaming or leisure, high-speed internet has become a crucial part of our lives. Internet service providers or ISPs offer a number of broadband plans that offer high connectivity speed. In this article, we are particularly going to talk about the 500 Mbps broadband plans offered by some of the major service providers such as Jio, ACT and more along with the pack details. JioFiber 500 Mbps Plan When it comes to a 500 Mbps plan JioFiber has a pack that comes with multiple benefits. JioFiber offers a 500 Mbps plan at a cost of Rs 2,499 per month. The plan offers a symmetrical upload and download speed of 500 Mbps and provides seamless connectivity across multiple devices. In addition to this Jio offers a ton of OTT subscriptions which include access to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar and thirteen others. The Amazon Prime Video that comes bundled with this plan has a validity period of one year. It is to be noted that the price of the plan is excluding GST and it will be charged as applicable. Users can access the plan from the official website of Reliance Jio. ACT Broadband The Internet Service Provider based in Bengaluru ACT provides multiple office plans available on the company's website. One of these plans is a 500 Mbps plan. Users can get access to the 'ACT Enterprises Ultrafast Plus’ plan from the company that offers 500 Mbps of internet speed at a price tag of Rs 7,000 per month. The plan has a FUP limit of 2.8TB beyond which the speed reduces to 3 Mbps. Using state-of-the-art fibre technology, the connection provides incredible speed and equal upload and download speed. Two Affordable Plans from Spectra The two 500 Mbps plans from Spectra have been listed as the office plans and come with a different price tag as well as distinct data capping. The first broadband plan from Spectra offers 500 Mbps of internet speed at a price tag of Rs 1,599 per month. The total data offered with this plan is 500GB. The plan also comes in quarterly, half-yearly and annual billing cycles. The three-month price for this plan is Rs 4,797, for six months the plan costs Rs 9,594 and for a year the price tag is Rs 19,188. The other 500 Mbps plan from Spectra comes at a price tag of Rs 1,999 per month. The plan offers a total of 750GB of data per month. Just as above, this plan as well comes with quarterly, half-yearly and annual billing cycles. For a period of three-months users have to pay Rs 5,997, for six months the cost is Rs 11,994 and the 12-month price is Rs 23,988. Tata Play Fiber 500 Mbps Plan Tata Sky recently changed its moniker to Tata Play Fiber, the plans, however, remained the same. The unlimited 500 Mbps plan from Tata Play Fiber comes at a monthly cost of Rs 2,300. Users can get this plan for the long term too, as the company offers the 500 Mbps plan for different validity periods. For a period of three months, users can get the plan for Rs 6,900, for a validity period of six months, the plan costs Rs 12,900 on which users actually save Rs 900 and lastly for a period of one year the plan costs Rs 24,600 saving Rs 3000 for the users. Tata Play Fiber uses a 100% fibre network to ensure end-to-end connectivity with fibre optics directly running from the service provider to users' homes. This results in a seamless and consistent internet experience with high-speed connectivity. Users receive 3300GB or 3.3TB of Fair Usage Policy (FUP) data along with this broadband plan after which the speed is reduced to 3 Mbps.

Motorola, OnePlus and Google Smartphones Are Releasing Maximum Radiation Posted: 09 Apr 2022 09:23 AM PDT A new report suggests that the older smartphones from Motorola, OnePlus and Google Pixel are on the top of the charts when it comes to emitting radiations. All smartphones emit radiations that are harmful, however, a new report from Bankless Times informs us that the Motorola Edge, OnePlus 6T, Sony Pixel, and Older Google Pixel models are the highest emitters of these harmful radiations. Let's take a closer look at the list of the smartphones that are the highest emitters, which is topped by Motorola Edge. Top Devices Emitting Radiation Going by the report from Bankless Times, Motorola Edge is the worst emitter as it recorded a SAR or specific absorption ratio of 1.79W/Kg. ZTE Axon 11 5G managed to remain in the second spot with a SAR value of 1,59W/Kg, however, it is not sold in India. OnePlus 6T was one of the worst emitters with a SAR value of 1.55.Kg. The other devices that make it to the top ten list include two smartphones from Xperia – Xperia XA2 Plus, Xperia XZ1 Compact and three devices from Google – Google Pixel 3XL, the Pixel 4a and the Pixel 3. Most of these smartphones are in fact premium category smartphones. The Specific Absorption Ratios (SAR) shows how quickly the body absorbs radiofrequency energy, upon which the above-mentioned smartphones have been ranked. Even though radiation can cause cancer, FCC has stated that there is no consistent or credible scientific evidence of health problems caused by radiofrequency energy emitted by smartphones. Although, a majority of the countries have set guidelines for smartphones to maintain the SAR levels. Motorola Edge has crossed the limits in the US as Federal Communications Commission has set a maximum SAR level of 1.6W/Kg. Smartphones are known to release low levels of non-ionizing radiation when in function, however, the levels vary. These radiations are also known as radio frequency (RF) energy which can actually be absorbed by the human body. Despite that, there is no evidence to prove the harmful effects of emissions from smartphones on our bodies except for the only visible effect which is the heating of the body part where the smartphone is held.

Bose QuietComfort 45 Headphones Arrive in India with ANC and 24-Hour Battery Life Posted: 09 Apr 2022 08:10 AM PDT The American audio products manufacturer Bose has launched its new Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones expanding its portfolio of powerful headphones in India. The latest Bose QuietComfort 45 comes as a successor to the massively successful QuietComfort 35 II. Some of the notable features that have been introduced with the newly launched headphones include an enhanced noise cancellation for instant quiet anywhere, a new Aware mode and better voice isolation for easier conversations. The Category director of the Bose wearable audio, Mehul Trivedi talking about the latest QuietComfort 45 said that QuietComfort headphones are legendary for a reason. He added that the product makes every day better and easier for millions of people all over the world and customers appreciate the balance of benefits that make QuietComfort so different and indispensable. He further stated that the new QuietComfort 45 will take the legacy ahead. Bose QuietComfort 45 Specs The new headphones from Bose have been launched with active noise cancellation as well as an Aware mode. On one hand, the active noise cancellation mode filters out all the unwanted noise at mid-range frequencies whereas the aware mode lets users listen to everything around them without having to remove the headphones. The QC 45 also comes with a voice isolation feature that removes unwanted noise during phone calls. The Bose QuietComfort 45 features High-fidelity audio with TriPort acoustic architecture that offers depth and fullness in the audio while listening. According to the company, the headphones can offer 24 hours of battery life on a single charge and users can get three hours of playback with just 15 minutes of quick charge. Moreover, there's an audio cable included in the box; in case the battery runs out. Bose QuietComfort 45 Price Bose QuietComfort 45 have been launched in India at a price tag of Rs 32,900 in India. The wearable audio device is available in Triple Black and White Smoke colour options. The device is available for sale via the Amazon India website as well as the official website of Bose.

OnePlus Foldable Smartphone Likely to be a Rebranded Oppo Find N Posted: 09 Apr 2022 07:29 AM PDT The Chinese smartphone manufacturer OnePlus is working on its first foldable device; however, it seems like it will not be much of a surprise for the users. In fact, the OnePlus foldable smartphone will be something we have already seen as rumours suggest that the device would actually be a rebranded version of the Oppo Find N smartphone. As per the speculations, there will only be one key difference between the device from OnePlus and Oppo Find N. For those unaware, OnePlus and Oppo have the same owners—BBK Electronics. The report comes in from PriceBaba according to which the known tipster Yogesh Brar has stated that there is nothing exceptional about the foldable device from OnePlus as it will be a rebranded version of the Oppo Find N. It is also quite understandable as Oppo Find N wasn't introduced in global markets or in India. However, nothing is known as of now regarding the launch timeline of the OnePlus foldable smartphone. Oppo Find N Specifications and Price Oppo Find N was launched with a large 7.1-inch LTPO AMOLED display, which has a resolution of 1920×1792 pixels with support for 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. The smartphone also has a punch-hole cutout on the front housing the selfie camera. Oppo Find N operates on Android 11 out of the box based on ColorOS 12. The smartphone comes featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset under the hood coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. Talking about the camera specifications of the device, Oppo Find N features a triple rear camera setup headlined by a 50MP camera with f/1.8 aperture and OIS a 13MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom and a 16MP ultra-wide camera. There is also a 32MP selfie camera at the front. The device is backed by a 4,500mAh battery that supports 33W fast wired charging, 15W fast wireless charging and 10W reverse charging. Oppo Find N also comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. Oppo Find N was launched with two storage configurations in China– 8GB + 128GB priced at CNY 7,699, which is roughly around Rs 92,000 and 12GB + 512GB model priced at CNY 8,999 which is somewhere around Rs 1,07,550.

ACT Broadband Plans People In Bangalore Can Use to Stream, Play Games Posted: 09 Apr 2022 05:29 AM PDT The gaming and streaming industry has been on a high rise for the last couple of years and requires high-speed stable connectivity. Service providers offer a variety of plans for the users to choose from. However, if you are a user in Bangalore looking to stream or play heavy-duty games that require a good connection, ACT Broadband provides a number of plans, that users can get for better gaming and streaming experience. Let's take a look. The 100 Mbps Plan ACT offers a 100 Mbps broadband plan called Rapid Plus pack. Users can get the Rapid Plus pack from the provider at a monthly cost of Rs 985. The FUP data limit levied is 1000GB beyond which the internet works at speed of 512 Kbps. Users also get to choose from various add-on options and can get access to a few OTT platforms. The 150 Mbps Plan ACT provides a 150 Mbps unlimited data plan called ACT Blaze. Using state-of-the-art fibre technology, the connection provides incredible speed and equal upload and download speed. Users can get the ACT Blaze pack from the provider at a monthly cost of Rs 1,085. The FUP data limit levied is 1500GB beyond which the internet works at speed of 1 Mbps. The Most Popular Plan Across the plethora of plans offered by the provider, the 300 Mbps plan is worth mentioning as it offers great value for money. The plan is called ACT Storm and it offers 300 Mbps internet speed at a monthly cost of Rs 1,185. This plan from the company is truly unlimited and no FUP limit is set. Users can also get free trials to some of the Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms and various add-ons with this pack. Two High-Speed Unlimited Plans The service provider offers two plans called ACT Lightning and ACT Incredible that offer 350 Mbps and 400 Mbps of internet speed respectively. The 350 Mbps plan from the company comes at a monthly cost of 1,425 whereas the 400 Mbps plan is set at a price tag of Rs 1,999 per month. Both these plans from the ISP are truly unlimited and there is no data limit.

BSNL Executives Seek for Return of 38000 Crore Dues from DoT Posted: 09 Apr 2022 03:39 AM PDT Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) executives on Saturday met defence minister Rajnath Singh and sought help with a faster rollout of the 4G network across India along with the return of Rs 38,000 crore from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). According to an ET Telecom report, in addition to this, the executives requested an extension of the 2G license. The Sanchar Nigam Executive Association (SNEA), which represents over 11000 BSNL executives, asked Singh for continued support from the government and highlighted issues that are plaguing BSNL's turnaround. The Rs 38,000 crore that SNEA has requested from the telecom department is on account of the surrendering of broadband wireless spectrum (BWA) and pension contribution. SNEA Looks for Capex Support to Rollout 5G The SNEA requested Singh to get capex support for the 5G network at par with the private network service providers. In addition, the executives said that they need government support for expediting the land monetisation process to clear debts, waive adjusted gross revenue (AGR) and license fees and opposed any move for selling BSNL owned mobile towers and optic fiber network. Earlier this week, BSNL gave Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) order worth Rs 550 crores to procure 40-watt radio equipment for 6000 sites across the country. The state-run telco is planning to launch 4G networks in multiple parts of India by August 15, 2022. BSNL will initially focus on high-potential areas from where it can get the best return on its investment. Followed by this, BSNL is going to give another order to TCS for 6000 4G sites. BSNL plans to install over 1.12 lakh sites PAN-India for the 4G network rollout. Ashwini Vaishnaw, telecom minster, said the 4G network deployed by BSNL would be completely homegrown right from the core to other equipment. It is worth noting that none of the private telcos which already have a huge 4G subscriber base in India has a homegrown network.

India Jumps Rank in Both Mobile and Fixed Broadband Speeds Globally Posted: 09 Apr 2022 02:16 AM PDT The Indian telecom industry is currently on the path to recovery and has the government's full support to make as long a stride as it can. Meanwhile, India has jumped rank in the median internet speed delivered for both mobile and fixed broadband globally. Ookla, a speed test platform available for users globally maintains a performance index of countries in terms of offering the best internet speeds. In its monthly update, India seems to be making progress. While it is not a very big progress, it is still something. Mobile and Fixed Broadband Median Internet Speed for India For mobile, Ookla said Indians got a median internet speed of 14.18 Mbps and the country is ranked at the 115th position, up one position. For fixed broadband, India jumped two ranks above and is now at the 70th position offering 48.14 Mbps median internet speed. While this might be some progress, India is still behind a lot of countries in offering the best internet experience to consumers. At the top of the list in the mobile segment is the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offering a 133.51 Mbps median download speed. Norway is in the second position offering a 118.58 Mbps median download speed. Things such as the number of people living in a country also make a huge difference. Compared to India, Norway and UAE are relatively smaller in population. Thus the bandwidth capacity is sufficient for users to get a very high median download speed. In the fixed broadband segment, Chile has jumped two ranks to bag the first position by offering a 197.59 Mbps median download speed. Singapore is at the second rank offering a 194.07 Mbps median download speed. In the fixed broadband area, India still has a lot of room to improve. There are a lot of areas of the country where optical fiber hasn't been deployed yet. With time, the stats for India should improve significantly. The telecom operators and the internet service providers (ISPs) in the country are making aggressive upgradation to their networks and services.

iQOO Z6 Pro Might Launch in India on April 20, Check Specs Posted: 09 Apr 2022 12:34 AM PDT iQOO Z6 Pro might go official in India on April 20, 2022. It is expected to be the fastest- smartphone under Rs 25,000 in the market. It is worth noting that iQOO Z6 went live in India just last month. Now, the company is gearing up to launch its 'Pro' variant as well. iQOO is also giving away two units of the smartphone to its fans if they participate in online content. The participants can submit their answers by going to the Twitter handle of the company until April 12, 2022. The launch date is expected to be April 20, but the company hasn't confirmed the same. However, since the teasers are out, the launch would not be far away. Let's take a look at the specifications this smartphone might come with. iQOO Z6 Pro Might be Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC According to a MySmartPrice report, the device could be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC. It shouldn't be too expensive and priced in the leagues of Redmi Note 11 series devices in India. The iQOO Z6 which launched last month in India featured the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC along with a 6.58-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display and a waterdrop notch at the front housing the selfie camera. There is a 5000mAh battery inside the device and it features a triple-camera setup at the rear with a 50MP primary sensor, 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. As of now, not a lot can be said about the iQOO Z6 Pro. But since the expected launch date is nearby, a lot more leaks about the device would be just around the corner. Would this smartphone under Rs 25,000 with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC make sense to you? Let us know in the comments section below. (Note – if you can't see the comments section, open the non-AMP version of the website page).

Airtel Brings New Rs 1099 Airtel Black Plan Posted: 08 Apr 2022 11:33 PM PDT Bharti Airtel has introduced a new Airtel Black plan for the users which will cost Rs 1,099 (excluding GST). The unique thing about this plan is no postpaid connection. When Airtel Black was announced, all the plans that were offered by the telco had a postpaid connection. It was mandatory to become a postpaid user of Airtel before applying for an Airtel Black plan. But with the Rs 1,099 plan, there's no postpaid connection included. Let's take a look at the complete benefits of this plan. Airtel Black Rs 1099 Plan Benefits and Details Airtel Black Rs 1099 plan offers users a fiber+landline and a DTH (Direct-to-Home) connection. The internet speed offered with the fiber connection in this plan is mentioned up to 200 Mbps on the website of telco. This plan might not require a primary postpaid connection which is a good thing. The terms and conditions are not clearly mentioned, but it looks like there will be no postpaid connection involved with this plan as it is not in the benefits. This plan looks geared more towards the people who want to consume fiber and DTH services of the telco but not the mobile services. TV channels worth Rs 350 are included in this plan of Airtel. In addition to that, a free one-year subscription to both Amazon Prime as well as Airtel Xstream app is included. The company said that adding a new service to an existing plan can help users save up to Rs 300 per month. Airtel Black is meant to deliver convenience to the users. Under Airtel Black, the telco offers its products/services in a bundled manner to the customers with the convenience of a single bill for all. Further, there's a dedicated customer care team for Airtel Black customers to reduce the IVR wait time and the freedom to choose the services they want to keep using. For more details, you can check out Airtel's website.

Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 Laptop Launched for Gamers with 12th-Gen Intel Core i9 CPU Posted: 08 Apr 2022 10:06 PM PDT The Taiwanese multinational computer manufacturer Asus has launched a new laptop called ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 expanding its portfolio even further in India. Known for its quality gaming laptops, the latest laptop is also designed for gamers and comes with the latest processors, good RAM capacity and other features, promising an enhanced gaming experience for the users. Not only this, the company claims that this product is at the centre of speed, power and portability making it suitable for creators and streamers as well. Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 Specifications Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 comes with a 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS screen tech with 16:10 aspect ratio, 165Hz refresh rate, DCI-P3 100% colour gamut, 500 nits brightness and 3ms response time. The brand is offering two variants of the device – one with 12th-Gen Intel Core i9-12900H and another with Core i7-12700H. Additionally, the gaming laptop further has three variants divided on the basis of the GPU. These three variants come with Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080Ti, RTX 3070Ti and RTX 3060. The device comes equipped with a MUX switch that enables gamers to switch between GPUs to maximise performance or battery life. The processor on the laptop is coupled with up to 32GB DDR5 RAM which can be virtually upgraded up to 48GB by making use of the onboard storage. The laptop will also come with Adaptive sync, Pantone validation and Dolby Vision. Moreover, Zephyrus M16 2022 is backed by a 90Whr battery. The connectivity options are also quite attractive for gamers as it includes Thunderbolt 4 (USB 4.0, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0), USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery, 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, MicroSD card reader, Kensington Lock, Kensington Lock, RJ45 and 3.5mm audio jack. Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 Price Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2022 has been launched in India at a price tag of Rs 1,79,990 for its base model. The device is available for sale via Asus e-shop, Amazon, Flipkart and offline channels including Croma, Reliance and Vijay Sales.

MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC Officially Launched – TSMC’s 6nm, Octa-Core Setup and More Posted: 08 Apr 2022 09:19 PM PDT The Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturer MediaTek has been looking to take the top spot when it comes to the flagship Android chipset market with its MediaTek Dimensity 8100 and Dimensity 9000 chipset. The recently introduced flagship smartphones such as Realme GT Neo 3 and Redmi K50 series came with the flagship chipset from MediaTek. However, the semiconductor company has no plans for stopping as it has introduced yet another flagship chipset called MediaTek Dimensity 1300. Let's find out more. Everything About MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC MediaTek has officially announced the MediaTek Dimensity 1300 chipset which will become part of the Dimensity lineup for Android devices in 2022. The newly launched chipset comes as a successor to the Dimensity 1200 chipset that was launched last year. Dimensity 1200 was a major success and now, the Dimensity 1300 will build upon its success as it comes with some tweaks and improvements. When it comes to pricing, Dimensity 1300 falls in a price segment that is higher than that of Dimensity 800 and 900 chipsets, however, is lower than that of Dimensity 8100 and 9000 chipsets. The latest Dimensity 1300 chipset comes with an octa-core setup with 4 Cortex-A78 cores and 4 Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. The 4 Cortex-A78 cores include 1 Ultra A78 Core clocking up to 3GHz and 3 A78 Super Cores running up to 2.6GHz. The 4 Cortex-A55 can operate up to 2GHz. The Dimensity 1300 runs on TSMC's 6nm process and has support for 64-bit applications. The chipset has been paired with ARM Mali-G77 MC9 CPU which is the same as the previous iteration and will be powering the graphics onboard. The major upgrades that have been introduced with MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC over the Dimensity 1200 Soc include an improved ISP over last year as it now supports up to 200MP sensors and hardware-accelerated AV1 decoding for faster 4K streaming. Moreover, by making the use of real-time 3-exposure fusion, the ISP will also provide much improved low-light shots. Other features that come with Dimensity 1300 chipset include support for 16GB of 4266Mbps LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1 support, support for 2520 x 1080 168Hz displays, and support for 5G on Dual SIMs. OnePlus Nord 2T and Redmi Note 12 series smartphones could be the first devices to come with the MediaTek Dimensity chipsets sometime in Q2 2022.

OnePlus Might be Planning to Introduce ‘Ace’ Series Smartphones Soon Posted: 08 Apr 2022 08:58 PM PDT Back in 2020, OnePlus introduced its affordable 'Nord' series smartphones. Now, according to rumours, the company might be planning another new smartphone series called 'Ace'. Not just that, but even the launch might not be too far from here. According to a popular tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS), OnePlus might launch the OnePlus Ace lineup very soon and it won't be a budget device but will offer users a powerful experience. Check out the expected specifications of the OnePlus Ace. OnePlus Ace Specifications (Expected) OnePlus Ace is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC. While it is not the most powerful chip, it is still meant for high-end 5G smartphones. With the Ace lineup, the company will continue to focus on delivering high-speed charging and gaming. It is worth noting here that Oppo at a time had an 'Ace' series of smartphones. Oppo had introduced Oppo Ace and Oppo Ace 2 a few years back and then didn't launch anything what that moniker after that. The smartphone could be paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. OnePlus Ace is expected to feature a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with support for 120Hz refresh rate. The display panels are supplied by BOE, said the tipster. In the camera department, the smartphone might feature a triple-camera setup at the rear with Sony IMX766 as the primary sensor. The other two sensors could be an 8MP ultra-wide-angle shooter and a 2MP sensor. For video calling and selfies, the smartphone might feature a 16MP sensor. Note that the OnePlus Ace could be the first smartphone to feature 150W fast charging. The differentiation between OnePlus Ace and OnePlus 10 might be too hard for a customer as the OnePlus 10 is expected to feature MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC and almost similar specifications as the OnePlus Ace. It will be interesting to see what really happens here.

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