OnePlus RT aka OnePlus 9RT is expected to launch in India in the next few weeks. The device is likely to debut this month only and the rumour mills are constantly churning one leak after another. And now, the latest leak has revealed the Indian pricing of the much-anticipated smartphone.According to a new report, the OnePlus RT India price is expected to be priced in India at Rs 39,999. This pricing is suggested for the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage option. Another report suggests that the device will be made available in more configurations. The device is also tipped to be priced at Rs 37,999. Speculations also suggest that the 6GB RAM with 128GB variant of the smartphone will come at Rs 34,999.The OnePlus RT was previously expected to cost between Rs 40,000 and Rs 44,000 in India. To recall, the handset costs CYN 3,299 in China, which translates to Rs 38,600 in India for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration. The 8GB RAM with 256GB storage variant costs CYN 3,499, or Rs 40,900 in Indian currency. The 12GB RAM with 256GB storage option costs CYN 3,799, which is roughly Rs 44,400 in Indian currency.OnePlus RT is most likely to be a rebranded variant of the OnePlus 9RT though the specifications will remain the same as the original handset. If this is to be believed then OnePlus RT will feature a 6.62-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED display with full HD+ resolution. The screen will have a resolution of 1,0802,400 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It will come pre-installed with ColorOS, which is based on Android 11. An octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC will be found inside, along with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.Triple sensors will be used in the rear camera setup. A 50MP Sony IMX766 main lens with an aperture of f/1.8 and OIS for stabilisation will be included in the camera system. A 16MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 2MP macro lens is also included in the camera module. A 16MP Sony IMX471 selfie camera with f/2.4 aperture and EIS is located in the front.In addition, the OnePlus 9RTwill come with a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W Warp Charge. Aside from that, the newly released handset features 5G and 4G LTE connectivity, as well as Bluetooth v5.2, WiFi 6, GPS/A-GPS, NFC, and a Type-C port.
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In its latest update Clubhouse has rolled out new language support on its platform. The social audio platform will now support 13 new languages including two new Indian languages. Earlier last month the audio chat service rolled out 13 languages support that included five Indian languages in the first phase. Now it supports a total number of 26 languages. So now one can easily switch to their local languages.The news comes by way of Clubhouse’s official blog post. In the second phase of language localisation, the invitation-only audio-chat service has released thirteen new languages support. In addition to this, the new update has replaced The Feature Formerly Known As Interests to Topics. This is said to make it easier for users to discover rooms and clubs, as well as the option to display topics they follow on their profile.The clubhouse will now be accessible in thirteen new languages- Arabic, Bengali, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Farsi / Persian, Hausa, Igbo, Marathi, Nepali, Somali, Thai, Turkish, and Yoruba. The company has extended this support to Android users only and will be rolling out to iOS soon.In its first phase the company added French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Kannada, Korean, Malayalam, Portuguese (Brazilian), Spanish, Tamil, and Telugu.On the other hand, the Interests feature which was earlier known will now be called Topics. It will allow users to find the rooms, clubs, and people with shared passions or relevant expertise. The new update will make this feature more extensive, more useful and available in more places so that one can quickly find what they are looking for on Clubhouse. This feature can be spotted on other sections of the application offering more detailed and granular topics so you can search for a topic like “The Dodgers” instead of searching for “baseball” — or your city, university, academic interests or favourite sub-genres of music.In addition to these Topics that appear on your profile so that others can see what you’re interested in talking about. You can also keep your favourite Topics private if you want to, you can hide any of them with a single tap. Whereas the New Topic pages feature the top search results, rooms, clubs, and people associated with each Topic. If you are a creator you will be able to add these topics when you create the room or when your room is live.
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Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi introduced Redmi Note 10S in India a few months back. At the time of the launch, the phone was released in two different configurations. But now the device will be available in a new variant. The Redmi Note 10S new 8GB RAM with 128GB storage option has been announced. The smartphone features a quad rear camera setup, an AMOLED display and packs a 5,000mAH battery with 33 fast charging support. It is powered by MediaTek Helio G95 SoC.
Redmi Note 10S new 8GB RAM with 128GB storage price
Redmi Note 10S new 8GB RAM with 128GB storage has been launched in India with a price tag of Rs 17,499. The device joins the other two variants that were launched in May this year. The phone is also available in 6GB RAM with 64GB storage and 6GB RAM with 128GB memory. The 64GB variant will be available with a price tag of Rs 14,999 whereas the 128GB storage model price has been set at Rs 15,999.In terms of availability, the new version will go on sale in India today via Amazon, mi.com and Mi Home store. The sale will kick start at 12 noon. The launch offer includes an instant discount of Rs 1000 to the ICICI Bank credit card holder and on EMI transactions.
Redmi Note 10S tech specs
Redmi Note 10S features a 6.43-inch full-HD+ display with 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution. It also offers a 4,500,000:1 contrast ratio, brightness up to 1,100 nits and SGS low blue light certification. This screen comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The phone runs MIUI 12.5 on top of Android 11 and is powered by MediaTek Helio G95 SoC, paired with Mail-G76 MC4 GPU for graphics and up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage.For the photos and videos, there is a quad rear camera set up that includes 64-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, a two 2-megapixel macro and a depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. In terms of selfies, it sports a 13-megapixel front-facing camera having an f/2.45 aperture.The Redmi Note 10S houses a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. In addition to this, the Redmi Note 10S is IP53 certified and includes dual speakers and Hi-Res Audio certification.
Redmi Note 10 connectivity features
In terms of connectivity, there is 4G, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, IR Blaster, NFC, 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port for charging. The sensors on the phone include an ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, accelerometer and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. Moreover, the handset comes with Hyperengine game tech for optimised gameplay.
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iQoo offers some great devices with not just excellent value for money but with terrific performance too. The new iQoo Z5 5G we reviewed is currently the most affordable 5G gaming smartphone available right now. The handset is the successor of the iQoo Z3, which is another gem in the company’s portfolio. If you have not checked the smartphone (review), go check it out, but you are only allowed to do it after you have read our iQoo Z5 review. After an entire month of usage, here is the verdict if you should pick it up over all the other options available in the market.
iQoo Z5 5G Review: Design and Display
So let’s begin by talking about the design first. Frankly speaking, we were not particularly thrilled about the design, but what we liked the most is the matte finish on the rear panel, which helps keep fingerprints and smudges at bay. The rear panel is a bit slippery, so you have to guard it by using a protective case. In the top left corner is the rear triple rear camera set up, which is now larger than its predecessor. Adding to that, the phone is not at all lightweight. Yes, it is a bulky phone as it weighs around 193gms, attributed to the big battery it packs in. The frame and the rear panel are plastic, but they seem durable and have been curved from the sides, making the phone comfortable to use and hold. iQoo has opted for a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which sits on the right side of the frame while the volume key sits just above it. The tactile feedback of the button is okay, while the fingerprint scanner unlocks the phone pretty fast too. On this device, you do get a 3.5mm headphone jack on the top, while at the bottom, there is a SIM tray, a USB Type-C port, and the bottom-firing speaker.The iQoo Z5 5G sports a 6.67-inch full HD+ LCD display with 1,080 x 2,400 pixels of resolution. The screen also comes with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR 10 support, a DCI-P3 colour gamut and offers a 20:9 aspect ratio. The screen also has a TUV Rheinland rating and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The display has a hole-punch notch at the top, while the bezels on the sides are slim, but the bottom chin is thicker. Getting to the display’s performance, we wonder why the company is still sticking with the IPS LCD display. Though this is of decent quality, the company should have gone for an OLED display. The colours look vibrant and neat. But we noticed a hint of pink tint all around. The device does have Widewine L1 certification, but its HDR 10 compatibility could have been better. Actually, you can only play HDR videos on YouTube, yes it is not supported on OTT platforms. The screen is quite bright and offers 480 nits of peak brightness, but the phone struggles outdoors under direct sunlight. In terms of viewing angles, the saturation level dips when seen from the sides, so it i.e. meant for single person use.The 120Hz refresh rate support is well optimised and is buttery smooth. The display can switch between 60 to 120Hz depending on the content that is being played on the phone. This is complemented by a 240Hz touch sampling rate, which enhances the gaming and typing experience. In the end, the display left us with a mixed bag of emotions.
iQoo Z5 5G Review: Performance and camera
On the performance side of things, the iQoo Z5 5G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC paired with an Adreno 642L GPU. It comes with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. This combination makes it the cheapest 5G smartphone shipping with the 778 chipset. Everything on the device feels snappy, and you won’t be disappointed at all as it is so quick and responsive. We were amazed by its multitasking results. The phone can keep a maximum number of apps in the memory for a longer duration, and we didn’t notice any lag either. On the gaming front, Call of Duty: Mobile is playable at the highest setting and we did not experience any lag or stutters. Even Battlegrounds Mobile India ran smoothly on the device. So, all in all, the gaming experience is quite good on the iQoo Z5.Talking about the software, the handset runs on Origin OS 1.0 on top of Android 11. It comes with tonnes of features, but again, we really hated the bloatware it comes loaded with. Of course, you can uninstall them, but what’s the need here? Moving ahead, day-to-day usage is flawless.In terms of endurance, this smartphone comes with a 5,000mAh battery with 44W flash charge fast charging support. We absolutely love the charging speed here. The battery lasted an entire day while we watched videos, browsed social media, and played games.It takes about an hour and a half to fully charge the 44W power brick.Coming to the cameras, the iQoo Z5 5G includes a triple rear camera set-up that includes a 64-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.79 aperture. The set-up also housed an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 2-megapixel macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture. Upfront, there is a 16-megapixel sensor with an f/2.45 aperture for taking selfies and video calling. standard modePortrait ModeIf we talk about the cameras, you will find a similar camera system as seen on its previous edition, which is the iQoo Z3. The camera offers similar performance to its predecessor. The daytime shots are well detailed. The photos sometimes looked flatter and the colours looked dull, though. The same goes with the ultra-wide images. The portrait shots were good enough, with great dynamic range. However, this lacks details at times, and you have to click a few times to get the desired shot. If you are someone who enjoys taking macro shots, then you can look somewhere else as we would consider the macro lens a sub-par one. macro modeUltra-WideAgain, low light images were dull and the colour did not pop out well. The images produced look soft as well. Even turning on night mode will not get satisfactory results. 64MP modeIn terms of selfies, the edge detection is accurate, but you would need to edit images as we found them to be less vibrant and they looked pale. The 4K videos at 30fps lacked stabilisation, but that is enabled in 1080p at 60fps resolution. The subject appeared a little faded in the selfie videos at 1080p@30fps, and the background exposure was not very good. The audio quality, on the other hand, sounds sharp.
Conclusion
Overall, the iQoo Z5 5G is a solid mid-range 5G phone. The device performs well, but the IPS display disappointed us due to its low outdoor brightness. Other brands are offering OLED displays in this price range. Cameras needed a facelift, too. So, overall we were left with a mixed bag of emotions. If you do not mind an LCD screen, but want a superb gaming experience/performance, you can think of picking this smartphone up.
Get ready to participate in the 3 December 2021 Amazon Quiz, as it is live on its mobile platform. In today’s quiz participants have a chance to win Rs 15,000 Amazon Pay Balance by answering all the questions correctly. The quiz can be played every day from 12 AM to 11:59.The daily quiz conducted by the company brings an opportunity for the customers to win exciting prizes. Every day Amazon brings a fresh set of questions for its customers that contains five easy questions. The questionnaire consists of five questions related to general knowledge and current affairs.The participants need to answer all the questions correctly and their names will be selected for a lucky draw. The winner will be announced at the end of the month. Amazon quiz brings an opportunity for its customers to win Amazon Pay Balance ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 50,000. Only app users are eligible to participate in the Quiz as it is not accessible on the web platform. Check Out 3 December 2021 Amazon Quiz Answers.
3 December 2021 Amazon Quiz Answers
Question 1: What is the official anthem of the T20 World Cup titled?
Answer: Live the Game
Question 2: As per the review aggregation site, Rotten Tomatoes after 92 reviews Eternals became the worst-reviewed MCU movie crossing which film’s mark?
Answer: Thor: The Dark World
Question 3: UAE has recently reached a deal with which country to promote Space Tourism?
Answer: Blue Origin
Question 4: Which Movie shares its name with this dish?
Answer: Ratatouille
Question 5: This is a visual from Phi Phi islands in which country?
It is that time of the year when Google and Apple announce the winners on their respective platforms Google Play Store and App Store. Yesterday Google announced the best of 2021 on the Play Store and today Apple has declared the winners of its 2021 Apple Store Awards. The company has recognised the year’s top 15 apps and games for its devices like iPhone, iPad, Mac and more. In addition to this, the tech giant has also released the list of the top apps and games on the App Store in India in 2021.While releasing the list of its 2021 App Store Awards Tim Cook stated, “The developers who won App Store Awards in 2021 harnessed their own drive and vision to deliver the best apps and games of the year — sparking the creativity and passion of millions of users around the world. From self-taught indie coders to inspiring leaders building global businesses, these standout developers innovated with Apple technology, with many helping to foster the profound sense of togetherness we needed this year.”According to the company, this year’s winners also include developers across the globe whose apps and games were selected by Apple’s global App Store editorial team for delivering exceptional quality, innovative technology, creative design, and positive cultural impact.Toca Life World, from Toca Boca, was named iPhone App of the Year. Whereas the LumaFusion from LumaTouch is the iPad App of the Year. Luki Labs Limited’s Craft was named Mac App of the Year. DAZN, from the DAZN Group, is the Apple TV App of the Year.Apple Watch App of the Year title has been received by Carrot Weather, from Grailr. “League of Legends: Wild Rift,” a game from Riot Games, has been named iPhone Game of the Year. “MARVEL Future Revolution,” from Netmarble Corporation has been named iPad Game of the Year. “Myst,” from Cyan, is the Mac Game of the Year. The winner of the Apple TV Game of the Year is Pixelbite’s “Space Marshals 3”. Finally Apple Arcade Game of the Year is “Fantasian,” from Mistwalker.
The 2021 App Store Award also honoured the top apps and games on the App Store in India in 2021. Check out the list below.
Software tech giant Google has announced that it is rolling out new features for its products that includes Google Photos, Google Play Books and YouTube Music. Now the users will be able to set up Family Bell on their smartphones and other devices to get notified of important moments throughout the day. The addition of new Memories in Photos will allow you to relieve your old moments. Read on to know more about the Google Update.
Family Bell
Family Bell keeps you and your family on schedule, no matter where you are. Whether you use Family Bell on your Android phone, home speaker, or smart display, bells and notifications will remind you and your family when it’s time to leave the house in the morning, pick up your kids from sports practice, or go to bed on time. Family members will be able to set alarms on their own devices to help them stay on track with their own objectives.
New Widgets
The new update will bring three new widgets to Google Photos, Google Play Books and YouTube Music. Now one can easily access their full library of books and even keep track of your audiobook progress with the new Google Play Books widget. Whereas one can easily enjoy their favourite tracks with the new YouTube Music widget — it puts playback controls and recently played tracks right on your Home screen. Your family will appear on your Home screen thanks to the new Google Photos People & Pets widget. Simply choose a few faces and a suitable frame, and the widget will take care of the rest, adorning your Home screen with your loved ones.
Festive Memories
Google has also released new Memories in Google Photos to help you reflect on the special moments in your life. These Memories appear in your photo grid and include a curated selection of photos and videos from special occasions such as New Year’s Eve or Halloween, as well as significant life events such as birthdays and graduations. One can also rename, personalise, correct, or even delete these Memories from your photo grid using specific controls.
Android Auto
To stay connected on every drive, you can now set Android Auto to launch automatically when you connect your Android phone to a compatible car. And once you’re on the road, Android Auto assists you in getting things done so you can concentrate on driving. One can also easily respond to a text message more than the Google Assistant on Android Auto, thanks to smart reply options coming soon — simply tap to respond or create a custom message.On Android Auto, you’ll soon be able to use your voice to search for music faster in your media apps. Just tap the new search icon and say your favourite artist or song for easy listening.Users will also be able to use their Android device to lock, unlock and even start your compatible car. Digital car key is now available in select countries on Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S21 for compatible BMW cars.
App permission
Permissions auto-reset on Android turns off runtime permissions—which allow apps to access data or perform actions on your behalf—for downloaded apps that haven’t been used in a while. The permissions can also be turned on anytime by reopening the app or going to the settings menu. Starting next month, this feature will be available on billions more Google Play-enabled devices running Android 6.0 or higher.
Play has been a good part of the Indian audio segment for quite a few years now. The latest from the company is a pair of behind the neck wireless earphones called PlayGo N37. We played around with them for some time and this is what we could make of the new earphones. This is the PlayGo N37 review, which you should go through in case you want to pick up a new wireless audio earplugs.
PlayGo N37 review: Design
Pull them out of the box and you find a black rubberised band to which 2 yellow cables are connected. At each end, you find a golden yellow audio earphone, which has a black silicone tip and grip to keep them in place of your ear cavity. Users also get 2 extra silicone tips for different ear types in the PlayGo N37 box.
The battery is placed within the rubber neckband. The right side of the band has the on/off push button, volume up and down as well as play/pause music buttons. This also doubles up as a call answer/reject button, too. If you long-press it, you can activate voice assistants like Google Assistant. USB Type-C charging port can also be found here, neatly tucked behind a rubber panel. For charging a short cable is also given in the box. The overall material used on the PlayGo N37 is good for the price.
PlayGo N37 review: Performance
The PlayGo N37 works with any BT device, as it supports Bluetooth version up to 5.0. We tested it out with a lot of devices including a Samsung smartphone as well as our laptop. The sound is very nice. For the value, the bass is good and voice clarity is superb. We played songs from Spotify as well as Amazon Music and not once did we feel they were underpowered. The earbuds are also magnetic so you can clasp them together magnetically in the neck and they will not fall off.
Also read:Redmi Earbuds S Review: A sound investment
While the company says the 100mAh battery lasts for 10 hours on the PlayGo N37, on our test bench it lasted for almost 9 hours, which is not bad at all. Over that, these earphones support fast charging. If you have a 35W fast charger, you can charge them for 10 minutes and can get 3 hours of playback. Also, these earphones have IPX5 waterproof rating. It means they will not get ruined in the rain or from your sweat.
Verdict
At Rs 2,999 the PlayGo N37 earphones are not bad at all. We took them out for a run and to the gym, and we were quite happy with their performance. If you are looking for a budget wireless earphone, you can think of picking these up. If you are able to get a discount on them, then it will be even better.
In India, Uber and WhatsApp have signed a collaboration making it possible to book an Uber ride in the company’s official WhatsApp chatbot. The integration will make booking an Uber ride as simple as sending a WhatsApp message, which is a first for Uber.Talking about the partnership, Nandini Maheshwari, Sr. Director, Business Development, Uber APAC said, “We want to make it as easy as possible for all Indians to take an Uber trip, and to do that we need to meet them on platforms they are comfortable with. Our partnership with WhatsApp does just that, giving riders a new way to get a ride through a simple, familiar and trusted channel. We are thrilled at this global-first integration for Uber, and look forward to rolling it out across India.” This partnership is said to be based on the WhatsApp Business Platform and will increase access to Uber’s mobility. According to the company it is being piloted in Lucknow, India’s northernmost city, and will be expanded to other Indian cities in the near future.Riders will no longer need to download or use the Uber app as a result of this integration. The WhatsApp chat interface will be used to manage everything from user registration to booking a ride and receiving a trip receipt.Uber will be providing the same safety benefits and insurance coverage as those who book trips directly through the Uber app. They will be informed of the driver’s name and licence plate upon booking; they will be able to track the driver’s location en-route to the pickup point, and they will be able to communicate with the driver anonymously via a masked number.Aso the rider will be informed about safety guidelines via WhatsApp, including how to contact Uber in the event of an emergency (type help on-trip). The user will receive an inbound call from Uber’s customer support team if they select the “emergency” option while on the trip. Until 30 minutes after the trip ends, Uber riders will have access to the company’s safety line number, which they can call if necessary.Uber drivers, on the other hand, will continue to have the same experience with rides booked through WhatsApp. As of now the option to book a ride via WhatsApp is currently only available in English but soon it will be expanded to other Indian languages. Additionally, new and existing Uber users with only a phone number can use the service.
How to book an Uber ride via WhatsApp?
Message Uber’s business account number.
Scan a QR code directly opening and Uber chat by clicking a link
Now you will be asked to provide pick up and drop off locations after that.
Furthermore, users will be given upfront fare information as well as the driver’s estimated arrival time.
Xiaomi is rumoured to be expanding its Redmi Note 11 Series in the Indian market. Last week the company introduced the Redmi Note 11T in the country and those who are unaware of the newly launched device is a rebranded variant of the Redmi Note 11 that was earlier introduced in China. Now the company is going to launch Redmi Note 11 Pro+ in the country with different branding. The smartphone will arrive in India as Redmi Note 11i Hypercharge. Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is tipped to be released in India maybe later this month. According to a report, the phone will be rebranded to Redmi Note 11i Hypercharge. The device also appeared on the BIS certification website indicating an imminent launch in the country. The device was spotted with the model number DM58. However, there is now such information about the exact launch date of the handset but the company will begin teasing the handset in a few weeks.Recently the storage configuration and colour option were also tipped. The device is reportedly to come in a single 8GB RAM with 128GB storage option and is likely to be made available in Camo Green and Stealth Black colour options If this is to be believed then Redmi Note 11i Hypercharge may come with similar specs as Redmi Note 11 Pro+ in India. The device will feature a 6.67 inch AMOLED display with a hole punch to house a selfie camera. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate, 260Hz touch sampling rate 20:9 aspect ratio and HDR10+. The smartphone will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC. It is offered with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. For the photos and videos, Redmi Note 11i Hypercharge will come with a quad rear camera set up that includes 108MP Samsung HM2 primary sensor. Apart from this, there is an 8MP wide-angle sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. There is a 16MP snapper on the front for taking selfies and video calling. In addition to this, there will be a 4,500mAh battery with a mega 120W fast charging support. There will be a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and equip JBL tuned stereo speakers. For connectivity, the phone will include 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth 5.1 GPS, Type C Port and a 3.5mm audio jack.As for the pricing, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ was launched in China last month so the price of the Redmi Note 11i Hypercharge will be similar to the Chinese version. The device is available in China in a 6GB RAM with 128GB storage variant at CYN 1,899 which is approx. Rs 22,200. There is an 8GB RAM with 128GB/256B storage at CYN 2,099 that converts to Rs 24,500 and CYN 2,299 that is Rs 26,900. The phone is available in four colour options of Misty Forest, Mysterious Black, Shallow Dream Galaxy and Time Quite Purple.
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In terms of availability, the new version will go on sale in India today via Amazon, mi.com and Mi Home store. The sale will kick start at 12 noon. The launch offer includes an instant discount of Rs 1000 to the ICICI Bank credit card holder and on EMI transactions.
For the photos and videos, there is a quad rear camera set up that includes 64-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, a two 2-megapixel macro and a depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. In terms of selfies, it sports a 13-megapixel front-facing camera having an f/2.45 aperture.
The Redmi Note 10S houses a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. In addition to this, the Redmi Note 10S is IP53 certified and includes dual speakers and Hi-Res Audio certification.
In terms of availability, the new version will go on sale in India today via Amazon, mi.com and Mi Home store. The sale will kick start at 12 noon. The launch offer includes an instant discount of Rs 1000 to the ICICI Bank credit card holder and on EMI transactions.
For the photos and videos, there is a quad rear camera set up that includes 64-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.79 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, a two 2-megapixel macro and a depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. In terms of selfies, it sports a 13-megapixel front-facing camera having an f/2.45 aperture.
The Redmi Note 10S houses a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. In addition to this, the Redmi Note 10S is IP53 certified and includes dual speakers and Hi-Res Audio certification.
Adding to that, the phone is not at all lightweight. Yes, it is a bulky phone as it weighs around 193gms, attributed to the big battery it packs in. The frame and the rear panel are plastic, but they seem durable and have been curved from the sides, making the phone comfortable to use and hold.
iQoo has opted for a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which sits on the right side of the frame while the volume key sits just above it. The tactile feedback of the button is okay, while the fingerprint scanner unlocks the phone pretty fast too.
On this device, you do get a 3.5mm headphone jack on the top, while at the bottom, there is a SIM tray, a USB Type-C port, and the bottom-firing speaker.
The iQoo Z5 5G sports a 6.67-inch full HD+ LCD display with 1,080 x 2,400 pixels of resolution. The screen also comes with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR 10 support, a DCI-P3 colour gamut and offers a 20:9 aspect ratio. The screen also has a TUV Rheinland rating and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The display has a hole-punch notch at the top, while the bezels on the sides are slim, but the bottom chin is thicker.
Getting to the display’s performance, we wonder why the company is still sticking with the IPS LCD display. Though this is of decent quality, the company should have gone for an OLED display. The colours look vibrant and neat. But we noticed a hint of pink tint all around. The device does have Widewine L1 certification, but its HDR 10 compatibility could have been better.
Actually, you can only play HDR videos on YouTube, yes it is not supported on OTT platforms. The screen is quite bright and offers 480 nits of peak brightness, but the phone struggles outdoors under direct sunlight. In terms of viewing angles, the saturation level dips when seen from the sides, so it i.e. meant for single person use.
The 120Hz refresh rate support is well optimised and is buttery smooth. The display can switch between 60 to 120Hz depending on the content that is being played on the phone. This is complemented by a 240Hz touch sampling rate, which enhances the gaming and typing experience. In the end, the display left us with a mixed bag of emotions.
Talking about the software, the handset runs on Origin OS 1.0 on top of Android 11. It comes with tonnes of features, but again, we really hated the bloatware it comes loaded with. Of course, you can uninstall them, but what’s the need here? Moving ahead, day-to-day usage is flawless.
In terms of endurance, this smartphone comes with a 5,000mAh battery with 44W flash charge fast charging support. We absolutely love the charging speed here. The battery lasted an entire day while we watched videos, browsed social media, and played games.
It takes about an hour and a half to fully charge the 44W power brick.
Coming to the cameras, the iQoo Z5 5G includes a triple rear camera set-up that includes a 64-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.79 aperture. The set-up also housed an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 2-megapixel macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture. Upfront, there is a 16-megapixel sensor with an f/2.45 aperture for taking selfies and video calling.
Adding to that, the phone is not at all lightweight. Yes, it is a bulky phone as it weighs around 193gms, attributed to the big battery it packs in. The frame and the rear panel are plastic, but they seem durable and have been curved from the sides, making the phone comfortable to use and hold.
iQoo has opted for a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which sits on the right side of the frame while the volume key sits just above it. The tactile feedback of the button is okay, while the fingerprint scanner unlocks the phone pretty fast too.
On this device, you do get a 3.5mm headphone jack on the top, while at the bottom, there is a SIM tray, a USB Type-C port, and the bottom-firing speaker.
The iQoo Z5 5G sports a 6.67-inch full HD+ LCD display with 1,080 x 2,400 pixels of resolution. The screen also comes with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR 10 support, a DCI-P3 colour gamut and offers a 20:9 aspect ratio. The screen also has a TUV Rheinland rating and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The display has a hole-punch notch at the top, while the bezels on the sides are slim, but the bottom chin is thicker.
Getting to the display’s performance, we wonder why the company is still sticking with the IPS LCD display. Though this is of decent quality, the company should have gone for an OLED display. The colours look vibrant and neat. But we noticed a hint of pink tint all around. The device does have Widewine L1 certification, but its HDR 10 compatibility could have been better.
Actually, you can only play HDR videos on YouTube, yes it is not supported on OTT platforms. The screen is quite bright and offers 480 nits of peak brightness, but the phone struggles outdoors under direct sunlight. In terms of viewing angles, the saturation level dips when seen from the sides, so it i.e. meant for single person use.
The 120Hz refresh rate support is well optimised and is buttery smooth. The display can switch between 60 to 120Hz depending on the content that is being played on the phone. This is complemented by a 240Hz touch sampling rate, which enhances the gaming and typing experience. In the end, the display left us with a mixed bag of emotions.
Talking about the software, the handset runs on Origin OS 1.0 on top of Android 11. It comes with tonnes of features, but again, we really hated the bloatware it comes loaded with. Of course, you can uninstall them, but what’s the need here? Moving ahead, day-to-day usage is flawless.
In terms of endurance, this smartphone comes with a 5,000mAh battery with 44W flash charge fast charging support. We absolutely love the charging speed here. The battery lasted an entire day while we watched videos, browsed social media, and played games.
It takes about an hour and a half to fully charge the 44W power brick.
Coming to the cameras, the iQoo Z5 5G includes a triple rear camera set-up that includes a 64-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.79 aperture. The set-up also housed an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a 2-megapixel macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture. Upfront, there is a 16-megapixel sensor with an f/2.45 aperture for taking selfies and video calling.
The battery is placed within the rubber neckband. The right side of the band has the on/off push button, volume up and down as well as play/pause music buttons. This also doubles up as a call answer/reject button, too. If you long-press it, you can activate voice assistants like Google Assistant. USB Type-C charging port can also be found here, neatly tucked behind a rubber panel. For charging a short cable is also given in the box. The overall material used on the PlayGo N37 is good for the price.
The battery is placed within the rubber neckband. The right side of the band has the on/off push button, volume up and down as well as play/pause music buttons. This also doubles up as a call answer/reject button, too. If you long-press it, you can activate voice assistants like Google Assistant. USB Type-C charging port can also be found here, neatly tucked behind a rubber panel. For charging a short cable is also given in the box. The overall material used on the PlayGo N37 is good for the price.
