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Walton brings new Tick smartwatch
Walton Digi-Tech Industries has brought a new smartwatch to the Bangladesh market, under the brand Tick.
With useful and advanced features, the device is now available for Tk4,875 in three different colours: black, silver and grey.
Earlier, Walton released three other models of its Walton smartwatches – WSWA1B, WSWD and WSWE.
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The newly released R1A model smartwatch features a 1.39-inch round AMOLED display with 454X454 pixel resolution. It has a 240mAh battery.
Also, it sports many useful features, including Bluetooth voice call and loudspeaker music, GPS location positioning, IP67 water resistance, Bluetooth 5.0 and 3.0, Bangla language (UI), heart rate count, sleep monitoring, blood oxygen, stopwatch, smart reminder, motion gesture, pace counting, photo control, and real-time weather update.
Customers will get a six-month after-sales service for the Walton Smartwatch device, according to a media statement.
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Walton Primo HM7 Review: Midrange processor in ultra-budget device
Walton, the largest tech brand in Bangladesh started their journey in the mobile handset market in the late 2000s. Back then, the company didn’t have any production capability and used to import Chinese feature phones and rebrand them under their banner.
Over the years, the company set up plants, and R&D units and ventured into the smartphone market. Needless to say, Walton is one of the key brands operating in the budget segment of smartphones in Bangladesh.
Their latest offering, the Primo HM7 brings a lot of the budget and performance under its hood. Here’s our detailed take on the device.
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Key Specifications of Walton Primo HM7
Design and Build Quality
The design of the Primo HM7 can be called generic at best. Walton didn’t try to reinvent the wheel or adopt a new design theme altogether. Rather the design is a mix of existing standards that are commonly seen in the budget segment.
The device is made of plastic all around with a glass front. There is no rating on the glass panel so durability isn’t guaranteed.
The back of the device features a textured design that feels great in the hand. But that doesn’t take away the device's cheap plastic feel. Ports and button selections are as usual. Users will get a Type-C port along with the headphone jack which is a refreshing change in the ultra-budget segment. There is a physical fingerprint scanner on the back which is another useful addition.
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However, the loudspeaker has been removed from the bottom to the back. While this design choice is something new, it muffles the sound output when the phone is put on its back. The problem is even more apparent on the HM 7 as it features only a single loudspeaker.
Overall, the design and the build quality don’t move away from the budget segment. But considering the price of the device, the room for complaints is also very slim.
The Display
The Prime HM 7 features a 6.52-inch 720P IPS LCD panel. The display is relatively large considering some of the other competitors in the market but the 720P resolution choice almost seems to be universal.
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Speaking of the quality of the display, it is nothing eye-catching. This is another generic 720P panel that gets relatively bright outdoors for easy visibility. The viewing angles are okay as there are no weird color shifts.
The tone of the display is on the warmer side. It tends to make the color pop which gives it a much-needed sharpness.
But there is a problem as well. while scrolling, the display sometimes fails to recognize the touch. Now whether this is a hardware or software issue is something only Walton can tell. But more often than not users will have to press a bit harder to get a touch registered. And this might be a deal breaker for many.
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The Camera
There is a triple camera setup on the Primo HM 7. The main sensor is a 13 MP one with an additional 2 MP depth sensor and a 2 MP macro shooter.
The additional sensors won’t be of much use as they are mostly included to increase the sensor count. Most of the work is done by the main sensor and the performance here is average at best.
The camera can take decent shots in direct sunlight or well-lit conditions. The images are passable as they can capture the details of the subject but softens or underexposes the surrounding.
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Moving to artificial lights or dark environments, the photo quality degrades further. So much so that there are color imbalances at places and the overall photo looks much softer with exposure issues.
The story is somewhat the same with portrait mode as the edge detection is sometimes a hit or miss. There is an 8 MP selfie shooter which also performs average at best. The videography is limited to 1080P at 30 fps without any kind of stabilization features.
The HM 7 is a budget-oriented device. So any kind of shortcoming is understandable as the device won't compete against the mid-range of flagship devices. But even then, the cameras underperform compared to similar devices in this price range.
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Processor and Performance
The Primo HM 7 comes with a Unisoc Tiger T610 processor. While Unisoc SoCs aren’t all that common, the T610 is a surprisingly powerful choice given the budget constraint of the HM 7.
The processor is powered by an Octa-core 1.8 GHz processor based on a 12 Nm Finfet architecture.
Truth be told, this exact processor has been featured before in many higher-priced devices. So to see it on the HM 7 is a reassuring sign.
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Speaking of performance, the processor can easily handle day-to-day tasks. Users shouldn’t have any problem browsing the net or social media with this phone. But the phone starts to falter with demanding tasks.
This device can be used for gaming too, moderate gaming that is. Titles like Asphalt 9 and PUBG will run on moderate settings but even then it heats the device pretty hard with a strong battery drain.
Overall, the processor gets the job done and might be the best selling point of the Primo HM7.
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Battery and Charge Time
The Primo HM7 comes with a 4900 mAh battery onboard. While this is not much, it tends to fare pretty well against an entry-level processor. Users can expect to get around 8 to 10 hours of continued usage with this device.
Unfortunately, there is no fast charging on this device.
Price of Walton Primo HM7 in Bangladesh
Walton officially launched the Primo HM 7 in Bangladesh with a price tag of 10,500 BDT.
Final Words
The Walton Primo HM7 is the latest addition to a line of budget devices from Walton. Considering the demographic of Bangladesh, the consumer of the budget segment is much higher compared to mid-range or even flagship devices. As a result, the HM 7 might attract a lot of new phone buyers.
Read: Top 10 mobile phones coming to Bangladesh in September 2022
However, the phone could’ve done better in the display and the camera department. While the phone shines in the processor and performance, it is ultimately something that remains under the hood and isn’t the contact point for the users.
Other than that, the Walton Primo HM7 can be a great budget phone for around 10000 BDT.
Walton brings Primo HM7
Walton has launched its new smartphone Primo HM7 with a powerful processor, RAM, ROM, battery, and triple rear cameras.
The price of the new device has been set at Tk10,499 without value-added tax (VAT) and it comes in crystal blue and azure blue, Habibur Rahman Tuhin, marketing in-charge of Walton Mobile, said.
Primo HM7 has a 6.528-inch HD plus IPS in cell punch-hole display with an 18:9 aspect ratio, 400 nits peak brightness and 1600X720 pixel resolution.
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The phone is equipped with a 1.8 GHz 12 nm Unisoc Tiger T610 SoC octa-core processor. It has 32GB storage with 3GB LPDDR4x RAM. The memory of the device can be expanded up to 128GB.
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Primo HM7 has AI triple rear cameras with autofocus, PDAF technology, F/1.8 aperture and LED flash.
The 13MP main camera with a 5P lens has a 1/3-inch sensor. It has another 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. Also, the device sports an 8MP camera on the front. Both cameras can capture full HD videos and have many advanced features.
Walton Primo HM7 runs on Android 11 operating system and has a 4900mAh li-polymer battery.
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iPhone 14 launch: What are the new features?
Apple has never stopped surprising the world with extraordinary features. On September 7, 2022, Apple launched their latest iPhone 14 series. The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max variants differ significantly from the standard iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus models.
What’s new on Apple’s iPhone series
— Brighter display featuring Dynamic Island:
Apple claims that the bezels have been considerably decreased in the latest iPhone 14 models, but the sizes are once again 6.1 and 6.7 inches. The display is brighter than previous models’, with a peak brightness of 2,000 nits.
In the latest iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max model, you get a pill-shaped "Dynamic Island" which has replaced the previous upper-display notch. This ‘Always-On’ display feature will not only allow the users to access controls with just a tap-and-hold; but also give quick access to crucial information.
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Running on iOS 16, the Dynamic Island can show information like sports scores while running background activities like Maps, Music, or timer. Those who love multitasking shouldn’t miss it.
— Powerful cameras with Photonic Engine and auto focus selfie shooter:
The iPhone 14 and Plus models sport primary (f /1.5) and ultra-wide (f/2.4) cameras on the back but still have a 12-megapixel resolution. These sensors have been enhanced with a faster aperture.
The Pro versions, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, come with significant improvement in the camera section. A quad-pixel sensor with a 48-megapixel resolution (f/1.8) has been added to the primary camera, making it 65% bigger than the sensor in the iPhone 13 Pro.
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Apple is utilizing the increased resolution for the company's ProRAW format as well as an additional step in the camera's zoom, which now includes a 2x option in addition to a 3x option. Furthermore, the telephoto (f/2.8) and ultra-wide (f/2.2) cameras have also been improved.
All the models of iPhone 14 series are blessed with a new feature called ‘Photonic Engine.’ This exclusive feature will create Deep Fusion before the photos are compressed. It will "dramatically" improve (49%) low-light performance of the iPhone model's cameras, including the selfie cameras.
Oppo A57 Review: Key specs, pros and cons
Oppo has been a consistent market leader in the budget segment offering a great camera experience with their devices. The company even uses its camera system as a strong marketing tool in its different tiers of devices. The A series from Oppo has been one of their bestselling devices in the entry-level budget segment. The company recently launched the OPPO A57, the latest in their A series on 1st September 2022 in Bangladesh. Here’s a detailed look at different aspects so that you can decide whether the A57 can be your next smartphone or not.
Key Specifications of Oppo A57
Design and Build Quality
Oppo has been nailing the design of their smartphones for quite some time now. More often than not, it is seen that brands directly incorporate different elements of their flagship devices in the mid-range or budget devices. It is done to streamline the offering across budget segments.
But Oppo has created a separate distinct design statement for all of its lineups and the A57 follows suit in that regard. Opening the box, users will be greeted with a refractive polished back and a polished color marched chrome frame.
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The back and the frame of the device are made from plastic while the glass front doesn’t have any protection rating. The choice of material is understandable at this price segment and beyond the materials, Oppo has done a very good job at creating a device that looks more premium than it actually is.
The headphone jack is still present on the A57 making it still relevant for budget and mid-range consumers. The other ports and buttons are present as usual. In a typical Oppo fashion, the power button and the volume rockers are on the opposite side of each other.
The power button also doubles as the fingerprint scanner. It's accurate but it could be a tad bit faster.
The only gripe that we have with the overall device is the lack of a secondary microphone which would have significantly increased the call quality of the device.
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Other than that, the Oppo A57 is a well-built device that will be well worth the price it comes at.
The Display
The display of the Oppo A57 is a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel with a 90 Hz refresh rate. the 6.56-inch has become a sweet size between smaller and larger phones. But the size of the device gets expounded with the large chin on the bottom and the overall side bezels.
This phone will feel to be much larger compared to the screen real estate it comes with. The smooth 90 Hz refresh rate is a welcomed addition at this price point. But the panel also boasts some drawbacks.
We have seen AMOLED panels in this price range but the A57 still features an IPS LCD one. The panel also has a peak brightness of 600 nits with a typical max brightness of 480 nits. This grossly falls short in comparison to any AMOLED panels.
Outdoor visibility is decent at best, nothing great. To make matters even bleaker, the display is a 720P one with a 269 ppi density.
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Viewing angles of the panels are good but overall resolution and brightness certainly come up as a drawback for the device.
The Camera
Oppo A57 features a dual camera setup with a 13 MP main camera and a 2 MP depth sensor. The main camera is the primary feature here as the secondary depth sensor only works for portrait shots.
The camera housing on the back of the device might make things look like there are two very large sensors here. But in reality, the camera on the Oppo A57 can be considered average at best.
With just two sensors, it's apparent that other features like wide angle and macro or telephoto shots will be unavailable. And honestly, it's kind of better that Oppo didn’t try to make the camera experience gimmicky by incorporating underperforming lenses.
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Speaking of performance, the main sensor does relatively well. Pictures look detailed with a wide dynamic range. But these shots are only outdoors in brightly lit conditions. Anything less than optimum lighting and the performance falls apart.
Low light images have grains and noises which might be a dealbreaker for many. With just 13 MP resolution and the processing power it comes with, we can’t really expect anything more from it. The front camera is also just a generic 8 MP one. It will get the job done but it will not produce outstanding pictures.
The videography, as expected, is just 1080P at 30 fps. The limitation of the sensor combined with the lack of processing power is the main reason for limited videography.
Processor and Performance
The Oppo A57 sports a MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor based on the 6 Nm architecture. The processor has a chip design of 2 2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 processors.
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Even though it is an entry-level processor, the 6 Nm architecture provides impressive efficiency in performance and battery management. However, it doesn’t mean that the device will be able to crunch processor-heavy tasks. Users will see that the device runs well in its day-to-day tasks like browsing the web or social media. But the performance starts to throttle with more processor-heavy tasks like 3D gaming. Titles like COD and Asphalt 9 run on medium settings but even then, the device heats up pretty easily.
So, if you’re planning to buy this device for heavy use, it might not perform up to the expected mark.
Battery and Charge Time
The phone comes equipped with a 5000 mAh battery. There is a 33W fast charging with this device which will top up the device in no time. In our test, we found that a single charge will last the device for about 8 to 10 hours of continued usage.
Price of Oppo A57 in Bangladesh
Oppo A57 is officially available in Bangladesh on a pre-order basis right now. The price of the 4/64 GB variant is 17,990 BDT. However, the price is subject to change depending upon company policy and other issues.
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Final Words
Oppo has been a reliable brand in the budget segment for quite some time now. However, the A57 seems to have missed a few key specs which other brands are providing at this price point such as a better camera and AMOLED display. Beyond these two obvious drawbacks, the OPPO A57 is a solid device with great build quality and moderate performance. If you are looking for a standard budget phone under 20000 tk, you may consider OPPO A57.
OPPO launches killer device A57
OPPO has recently launched its new phone OPPO A57, revealing the brand’s latest and most advanced addition to its A-series devices.
From the 33W SUPERVOOC flash charging, Dual Stereo Speakers and up to 8GB RAM Expansion technology to an unmatched entertainment experience, OPPO A57 simply offers the best smartphone experience at only BDT 17,990, said a press release issued on Saturday.
The device comes packed with an array of improvements to enhance users’ experiences by a few notches.
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OPPO A57 also offers the best entertainment experience with its Ultra-Linear Dual Stereo Speaker and 33W SUPERVOOC charging. It ensures a home theatre-like experience for its users. It improves bass response and increases maximum volume to add impact to movies and games, while the stereo sound field enhances immersion.
The Ultra Volume mode boosts top volume by a further 44% which can help cater to those with hearing impairments. All of these features combine to deliver a long-lasting and immersive entertainment experience for the users! Owing to 33W SUPERVOOC, with just a five-minute charge, users can enjoy speaking to their loved ones for 3.17 hours, whereas a 15-minute charge will back up four hours of video streaming and other forms of entertainment on YouTube.
The phone can be charged from 0% to 51% in only 30 minutes. Thanks to the flash charging technology, this device can be fully-charged in only 72 minutes!
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Paired with all that, it comes equipped with a massive 5000mAh long-lasting battery which replenishes more than 51% of the battery in only 30 minutes ensuring utmost usage freedom. A full charge lasts for around 15 hours of YouTube streaming or up to 12.7 days in standby.
For making sure that no data goes missing from the device, OPPO A57 comes with up to 8GB RAM Expansion (4GB + 4GB), storing all the important memories with care. For the photography enthusiasts out there, the device features an ultra-high resolution 13MP camera with AI Dual Camera setup and an 8MP selfie camera with AI Portrait. Moreover, OPPO A57’s 6.56-inch color-rich display makes viewing experience including games, movies and photos all the more vivid and captivating, taking immersion to the next level.
Moreover, ColorOS 12.1 on the device delivers an enhanced privacy and performance along with a Super Power Saving Mode that controls CPU speed and activities for the last few percent of charge to last for hours. Super Nighttime Standby, on the other hand, lowers overnight battery drain to just 2%, enabling users to break free from the need of charging every night.
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OPPO A57 comes in two colors - Glowing Green and Glowing Black, combined with the OPPO Glow Design and a 2D Slim and Featherweight Design for a premium-yet-comfortable experience. The Glowing Green device gives off a fresh and vibrant green color, suitable for everyone.
The super trendy color also comes with transitional internal textures and a flat-edge design, making it look phenomenal to the eyes. Ensuring convenience, the device features a straight middle frame with a side-mounted fingerprint for quicker phone unlocking, with up to five fingerprint options.
This phenomenal device will be available for pre-order from 1-7 September. Customers who want to get their hands on this super unique and outstanding device in segment can avail a range of pre-order offers. Pre-ordering customers will be subject to winning a backpack, while also getting an opportunity to win a lottery offering OPPO A57 at only BDT 57! On top of that, customers can also enjoy a 15% exchange along with extra cash at SWAP and get internet bundle offers.
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Top 10 mobile phones coming to Bangladesh in September 2022
In September 2022, several new phones are going to be available in Bangladesh. Most of these phones will bring advanced features and offer high-end user experiences. Some of the most anticipated new smartphones include the Apple iPhone 14 series, Poco OnePlus Nord 3, Oppo A57, Asus ROG 6 Ultimate, Samsung Galaxy S10+, Xiaomi 12 lite, 12T, Redmi Note 12, Motorola Moto Edge 30 Ultra, Huawei Mate 50 Series, Vivo: Iqoo Neo 7, Infinix: Note 12 Pro, realme Pad mini, GT 3 and GT Neo 3. Let’s discuss which smartphones are coming to Bangladesh in September 2022.
Best 10 Upcoming Phones in September 2022 in Bangladesh
Apple iPhone 14
iPhone 14 series will be launched on September 7 globally. The phone series will contain iPhone 14, 14 Max, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max.
The iPhone 14 series is anticipated to resemble the iPhone 13 series, though we expect greater specifications than the current models. According to leaks the iPhone 14 unit may include a 6.1-inch screen, while 6.7-inch for iPhone 14 Max and 6.68-inches for the iPhone 14 Plus.
The iPhone 14 series will be equipped with Apple A15 Bionic (5nm) processor. The basic variant will bear 64 GB internal storage while the Pro Max and Plus will offer 128 GB of internal storage. iPhone 14 will be powered by a 3115 mAh battery while the Pro Max variant will run by a 3687 mAh battery.
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According to leaks, the basic, max pro and ultra variant will sport 4GB, 6GB and 8GB of RAM respectively. In the rear-end camera section, the basic variant will offer 12 MP + 12 MP while the max pro offer 12 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP + TOF and in the ultra variant, you get 50 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP.
Poco M5 4G
The Poco M5 smartphone is going to run on Android operating system v11. This device will be equipped with the new Mediatek Helio G99 SoC. It will be powered by a 5000 mAh battery and 18W fast charging.
According to leaks, it will offer a 90Hz IPS LCD screen featuring FHD+ resolution as well as 240Hz touch sampling rate. Here you will get a maximum of 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage backed up by UFS 2.2-technology.
Moreover, it will feature a 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP camera, 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) display with 1080 x 2400 Pixels resolution. The phone is expected to be launched in India this month. So, in Bangladesh, this phone might be available unofficially.
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OnePlus Nord 3
Although OnePlus is yet to release configurations, the Nord 3 is expected to launch in the last week of September. But it is rumoured that the phone may consist of a 6.44-inch 120Hz Fluid, AMOLED Display. Nord 3 will be provided with the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor, 64MP Quad camera system, 8GB RAM, 128 GB memory, 5000mAH battery, and wireless fast charging feature.
Oppo A57
The Oppo A57 features MediaTek Helio G35 with 8 cores, up to 2.3 GHZ speed, which is nearly twice as powerful as the Mediatek MT6755 found in Oppo F1s. It comes with 3GB RAM and 64GB ROM capabilities.
Additionally you can also add up to 1TB extra storage. Other features include Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, FM Radio, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go, and GPS. Voice over 4G is enabled on all networks in Bangladesh. The Oppo A57 comes with the Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ColorOS 3 operating system.
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Asus ROG 6 Ultimate
Asus is yet to announce the specification for ROG 6 Ultimate. But there has been speculation that the phone will run Android v11. The rumours also say that this device will feature 6000 mAh battery reserves that can sustain you for long hours of video and gaming enjoyment.
According to rumours, this phone from Asus will contain 18 GB of RAM and 512 GB internal memory. The mobile will be equipped with one of the most powerful Octa-Core (1x2.84GHz Kryo 680 + 3x2.42GHz Kryo 680 + 4x1.80GHz Kryo 680) Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 (5 nm) processor, which will allow you to easily access multiple apps and engage in intense graphics gaming.
In addition to that, the phone will have dual sim, 5G support, 6.78 inches AMOLED display, 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF, 13 MP, f/2.4, 11mm, 125 (ultrawide), 5 MP, f/2.0, (macro) camera. The front camera will be 24 MP.
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Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Xiaomi 12 Lite arrives somewhat later than the rest of the 12 series. Besides the totally redesigned, boxy, and trendy look, it brings an updated 6.55 inches AMOLED 68B color panel, a greater 108-megapixel main camera, and 67W fast charging. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 778G Octa-core with Adreno 642L GPU, which is capable of handling tasks speedily.
Another update is the selfie camera. It has a 32MP resolution but also effectively switches it into a camera with auto-focus. That is a rare feature among phones nowadays, and even flagship phones don’t use it.
Other features include, Wi-Fi 802.11, USB Type-C 2.0, Li-Po 4300 mAh battery, Quick Charge 4+, and display is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
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Moto Edge 30 Ultra
It is claimed to be the lightest 5G smartphone on the market. The phone is 8.5mm thick with a 194g lightweight design, which is a refreshing change compared to the competitors such as iPhone 13 Pro Max, and Samsung Galaxy S22 ultra. It comes with a Gorgeous 6.8in 144Hz AMOLED display. The 6.8-inch AMOLED screen on the Motorola Edge 30 is an unusually strong point.
In addition to offering a relatively high-resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels with a pixel density of 387 PPI, it can give you up to 20:9 ratio.
In addition to these amazing features, you will get a 50 MP wide, 50 MP ultrawide and 2 MP depth camera, while the selfie camera will be 60 MP.
Huawei Mate 50 Pro
Although Huawei doesn’t have an official sales channel in Bangladesh, you can get Mate 50 Pro unofficially which is launching globally in September.
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However, the features are yet to be released. But, different news are anticipating the upcoming phone to have a curved 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED display, 6.76 in (17.17 cm) display with a resolution of 1212 x 2612 pixels. Consequently, users can enjoy an immersive experience while watching games or videos.
Also, the phone is reported to come with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal memory. Mate 50 Pro will run on Harmony operating system and house a 4500 mAh battery. It will be powered by Qualcomm, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.
Infinix Note 12 Pro
This smartphone has a MediaTek Helio G99 Octa-core processor and Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. It comes with an AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with a 6.7-inch diagonal display and a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
Infinix Note 12 Pro smartphone runs on an Android 12 operating system. The device features dual SIM slots and supports triple-camera configurations, which include 108 MP (wide) + QVGA with Quad-LED flash and 2 MP (depth). The front camera boasts a 16-megapixel wide single camera.
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realme GT NEO 3T
The realme GT Neo 3T is significantly an upgraded model from 2021’s realme GT 2T. However, the phone offers plenty of features such as quick charging, 6.62 inches AMOLED screen, and stereo speakers for a very reasonable price.
The mobile phone contains the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 Octa core processor, like its predecessor. In addition to that, it comes with a Adreno 650 GPU, 64 MP wide, 8 MP ultrawide, 2 MP macro camera,
Final Words
The upcoming phones in September of 2022 are bringing a lot of new features to the table. We see phones with better cameras, longer battery life, and more. With so many smartphones coming out, it can be hard to keep up with all of the new features. However, some of the above-mentioned specifications may change after the official release of these phones. Stay with us to read the detailed reviews soon.
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Vivo V25 Pro: Detailed Review with Key Specifications
There was a time when phones were either budget, mid-range, or flagships. But over the years, the line between these segments got more blurred as companies introduced devices fitting the category of upper budget, lower mid-range, upper mid-range, and so on. Vivo V25 Pro, one of the latest offerings from Vivo. From design to build quality, everything speaks of a proper flagship. But as you will see forth, that really isn’t the case.
Vivo V25 Pro was launched on 25th August 2022 in China. In this article, we take a look at the device and see what it offers at a price that’s increasingly becoming a segment of its own.
Key Specifications of Vivo V25 Pro
Design and Build Quality
Traditionally smartphones in the mid-range and upper mid-range get an incremental update to their previous generations. The choices reflect internal upgrades with a minor tweak on the hardware itself. But Vivo is a complete pathbreaker in this regard. The company has always invested to be inventive not just with their flagships but also with mid-range as well. The Vivo V25 Pro is also a testament to that.
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Weighing 190g, Vivo V25 Pro features a dimensions of 6.26 by 2.89 by 0.34 inches. It can bear dual SIM. The device is resistant to scratches and sweat.
The rectangular camera hump on the back is nothing like the previous generation. The front camera cut-out has also been shifted to a punch hole from the bathtub notch. Speaking of build quality, the frame of the device is made from polycarbonate with a color-matching chrome coating on the back. The back and the front panels are made of glass but there is no rating on their durability.
The port choice remains the same as the previous generation. The volume rocker along with the power button is on the right. The fingerprint sensor is under display this time around and the sensor itself is an optical one.
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But perhaps the most striking change is the color changing back. Yes, you have heard that right, Vivo is using a thermal and UV-sensitive material on the back of the device. It allows for a makeshift change in color once heat or UV light is applied to it. The changes aren’t permanent though. It will revert back to its original color in a matter of minutes.
Overall, the build quality with a quirky back makes for an impressive device considering the price.
The Display
The display of the Vivo V25 Pro is an AMOLED one with an FHD+ resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate. By any standard, this display is a punch above its price point. It even has HDR 10+ support for high-quality playbacks.
The 6.56-inch display is on par with most standard phones out there. V25 Pro’s display sports 1080 by 2376 pixels resolution with 398 PPI density. The panel can churn out 1300 nits of peak brightness in direct sunlight with an average intensity of around 700 nits. This is impressive considering users will not have any problem viewing the display in outdoor conditions.
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Moving on to the quality of the display, it hits all the right notes. The colors looked accurate with the hue being a tad on the warmer side. Users will be able to calibrate the panel to their preference easily from the settings. There are also no weird color shifts and the viewing angles looked excellent.
It's easy to assume that the display will be one of the key selling points of the V25 Pro.
The Camera
Being the subsidiary of BBK electronics which also owns Oppo, it's understandable to see that Vivo will put equal emphasis on the camera. In fact, the camera has also been one of the key marketing strategies for different Vivo phones in the past.
The V25 Pro features a triple camera setup. The main sensor is a 64 MP f/1.9 wide-angle shooter with OIS. The supporting lenses are an 8 MP f/2.2 ultrawide and a 2 MP f/2.4 macro shooter. Now the macro shooter might just be a gimmick but the other two lenses are more than capable to lead the photography charge.
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Images in bright light look crisp and sharp. There are ample amounts of details with a balanced dynamic range. Then we did notice a few exposure issues, especially under direct sunlight. Other than that, it’s a perfectly capable shooter outdoors.
When it comes to indoors on artificial lights, the camera holds its ground. The dedicated night mode does an excellent job of balancing details and colors even in almost dark conditions.
The main sensor can also record up to 4K at 30 fps and with the included OIS, the quality gets enhanced even more.
The front features a 32 MP f/2.5 selfie shooter. It’s definitely on the upper end of sensors with a higher MP count. The images look great on the front sensor as well but it’s nothing out of the ordinary. With the selfie shooter you can capture 1080p videos at 30fps.
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To sum it up, the camera performance on the V25 Pro will not disappoint you, but it won’t exactly blow your mind away either.
Processor and Performance
The Vivo V25 Pro comes with MediaTek Dimensity 1300 built on the 6 Nm architecture. The processor with its benchmark scores sits between the Snapdragon equivalence of mid-range and flagship processors.
The processor has a chip design of one 3.0 GHz Cortex-A78, three 2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 and four 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55. The varied performance levels are induced to bring a better power and performance balance. The CPU has been combined with Mali-G77 MC9. The device runs on Android 12, Funtouch 12 operating system. Even at 6 Nm, the phone is fairly efficient in power consumption and optimization.
The real-life performance also reverberates the specs on paper. Day-to-day usage of the device will be smooth like a breeze. Graphics-intensive titles like Call of Duty and PUBG ran on max settings. You can expect to game for long hours without the device heating up easily.
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Battery and Charge Time
The Vivo V25 Pro comes equipped with a 4830 mAh battery. Combined with an efficient processor like the Dimensity 1300, users will be easily getting 8 to 10 hours of continued usage. But that’s not all. The phone also has a 66W fast charging which can charge up to 40% in 15 mins and 71% in 30 mins from zero.
Price of Vivo V25 Pro
The Vivo V25 Pro isn’t officially available in Bangladesh yet. The Official price of the device in China is 3,038 CNY which roughly equates to 41,841 BDT (1 CNY = 13.77 CNY). However, the price may differ when the device becomes officially available in Bangladesh.
Verdict
The Vivo V25 Pro doesn’t really change anything present on the V lineup. The updated design, camera, and processor are all incremental updates that amount to the V25 Pro. However, the camera configuration didn’t exactly have the expected advanced specifications like last year’s upgrade. That is probably the only drawback of the device. Beyond that, users will have quite an experience with this feature-packed premium midrange smartphone of Vivo.
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realme Pad Mini Review: Is it a worthy budget iPad mini of android?
In the recent years smartphone brand realme has got huge popularity among the youths because it didn’t limit itself to one or two features, like camera, processor, etc. Instead they carved out value-for-money devices that brought a unique blend of features, performance, and price. In this legacy, its first tablet, the realme Pad Mini was launched on 8th April 2022 in China. In this article, we take a detailed look at the tablet to see whether it can compete with the likes of other android tabs as well as iPads.
Key Features of realme Pad Mini
Design and Build Quality
The design of the realme would remind anyone of the early Note series from Xiaomi or the Tab 6 from Samsung. The device is rectangular with rounded edges to give it a more ergonomic look.
While the pad mini might look like Tab 6 from the back, it looks much like the iPad mini from the front. Thanks to the reduced bezels on all sides. It's not symmetrical like the iPad mini, but it's definitely a welcomed choice in its price bracket.
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The build quality of the pad mini is quite decent. users will be getting a dual finish on the back where the back panel itself is glass with the top and bottom along with the frame is made from aluminum. However, there is no protection rating for the front and back glass.
Users will find all the traditional buttons and ports. One thing that stood out was the lack of a fingerprint sensor. understandably, brands cannot opt for under-display fingerprint sensors for such budget devices. But the lack of even a physical fingerprint sensor is disappointing. The only form of biometric protection here is the face unlock system.
Overall, the design and build quality of the pad mini is on par with other budget tablets at this price point. The cut corners for the budget are apparent as ever, but that’s just how things are with this device.
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The Display
Even though users can hold the device in one hand, the screen real estate of the pad mini is much larger to suggest that it is by no means, a one-handed device. And that is thanks to the slim bezels across the 8.7-inch IPS LCD.
Most android tablets other than the high-end flagship ones still use LCD panels. The choice is obvious because of the cost and because individual pixel visibility isn’t a great factor for large-screen devices.
Moving on, the display boasts a 1340P resolution with 179 ppi density. On paper, this might seem like nothing. 1340P resolution also puts the display in a weird position as it's neither something that will blow away with performance nor will it let down.
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The display choice is somewhat understandable as most android tablets from budget to mid-level range come with a similar setup. We checked the outdoor visibility of the tablet and it was legible in auto brightness mode. There will be occasional color shifts here and there as it is still an LCD panel. But the overall consumer experience will be satisfactory for the price it comes at.
The Camera
Cameras are never the strong suits of any tablets. It feels like back cameras are included in a tablet for the sake of including one. The story is also similar to the front-facing one. With the Realme Pad mini, users will be getting an 8 MP shooter on the back and a 5 MP shooter on the front.
There is nothing great or mentionable about these sensors. These are just other generic lenses that are good for casual shots here and there but nothing that can be called photography standards.
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Moving on to the front, the 5 MP camera will be good enough for video calls or conferences. It isn’t an ideal selfie shooter in any way. And to be honest, that has been the goal of Realme to begin with.
And as for the main sensor, it is also aimed as a document scanner rather than a photography tool. Cameras in the tab are all about work utility so there’s hardly any room for complaints.
Processor and Performance
The Realme Pad mini comes with a Unisoc Tiger T616 processor based on the 12 Nm architecture. The octa-core processor has a chip design of 2 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 and 6 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55 chips.
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This is a complete entry-level processor which isn’t going to be performance-heavy. But that is hardly stopping the device from being a utilitarian device. Users will be able to blaze through everyday tasks like browsing the web, social media, or content consumption. The processor can even power graphics-intensive games at mid-range settings.
The only drawback is that the device gets heated easily with processor-intensive tasks. Other than that, the performance is right in line with any budget smartphones or tablets out there.
Battery and Charge Time
The realme Pad mini is equipped with a 6400 mAh battery to power the large display. Thankfully, users will also be getting an 18W fast charger in the box which will roughly charge up the device in about 2 hours.
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Price of realme Pad Mini
Realme Pad Mini is officially available in Bangladesh. The price of the Pad mini is 21,349 BDT.
Verdict
The android tablet has always been a hit or miss for whoever tried to venture into this space. Unlike Apple, no company was able to enjoy unrivaled success as the iPads still account for the majority of tab sales across countries.
realme here didn’t try to reinvent the wheel. Rather they took the existing cues and made a device that delivers on all fronts. Other than the camera, there really isn’t much to complain about the realme Pad mini. And that really makes it a great budget option for those looking for an android tablet in the market.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 Review: Multitasking King for Utilitarian Users
Expectations from Samsung have always been high. In line with their innovative approach, the company launched its first-ever foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold in 2019. While the first had a few critical drawbacks, the company has since fixed and upgraded its offerings. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the latest and greatest in their foldable lineup on august 25th 2022. In this article, we take a look at the specs and ergonomics of the device to see whether it can replace conventional smartphones.
Key Specifications of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4
Design and Build Quality
The design elements of the Samsung Galaxy Z4 Fold are similar to the previous iterations. The display, both the inside and cover are exactly the same size as last year. But Samsung has made some cool changes in the overall dimensions. The device is now slightly thinner and shorter all the while maintaining the same screen real estate. It just makes the device more manageable.
Everything else is positioned right where they were last year. On the side, there is the power and volume rocker. The power button acts as the side-mounted fingerprint scanner. As expected, there is no headphone jack on the device.
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Samsung has stacked the Z Fold4 with cameras just like last year. The inner and the cover display each has a selfie shooter along with triple primary lenses.
The hinge mechanism has been updated to make way for a smoother opening and closing. But you still hear that bone squeaking noise albeit at a lower pitch.
Overall, the design and the build quality remain the same. We get Samsung’s idea of refined iterations and the company clearly went in that direction.
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The Display
There are two displays on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4. The main inner display is a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. The 2X is just a fancy adage to surmount the foldability of the device.
The 7.6-inch display also boasts a 1200 nits peak brightness for perfect outdoor visibility. Coming to quality, this display is everything you’d expect from Samsung. It's bright, color-accurate, and pixel-dense. The viewing angles are perfect with zero color distortion.
The only noticeable gripe with the inner display is the crease. It's still present in the Z Fold4 and might be an eyesore for some.
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While it is much more toned down than previous generations and most users say they get used to it after a while, it is still there and becomes increasingly apparent when using dark mode.
There is also a protective layer over the display which is an absolute dust and fingerprint magnet.
Other than these minor drawbacks, the Z Fold 4 features a perfect set of displays that is both functional and utilitarian all the while being at the top of its range.
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The Camera
Users will be getting a total of five cameras with the Z Fold4. The triple camera sensors on the back are a 50 MP dual pixel PDAF sensor with a 10 MP telephoto and a 12 MP ultrawide complementing the main one.
This time, Samsung means business as they upgraded the sensor to be better in line with their traditional flagship devices. Each of the sensors delivers its capabilities.
The main sensor takes far better pictures compared to the Z Fold3. There is great preservation of the dynamic range and details. The exposure was also perfect in every shot during outdoor shots.
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The cameras also performed well in artificial lights. Samsung automatically varies the shutter speed to capture more light which results in a near grain-less image even in minimal lighting conditions.
There are two selfie cameras on the Z Fold4. One is a 4 MP under-display one on the inner screen and the other is a 10 MP one on the cover display. The under-display camera is a disappointment just as last year. It’s probably only good for video calls or conferences, nothing more. On the other hand, the cover display camera does a better job and produces usable quality pictures.
The videography of the Z Fold4 is rated at 4K at 60 fps. With the specs and capabilities, one would expect up to 8K support like the standard models. But unfortunately, users won’t be getting that with the Fold4.
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Processor and Performance
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset built on the 4 Nm architecture. This is the latest and greatest processor from Qualcomm for mobile use. The processor has 1 3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 and 3 2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 and 4 1.80 GHz Cortex-A510 chip designs for efficient yet powerful output.
And the results are clearly visible. The Z Fold4 blazes through whatever that’s thrown at it. Samsung has developed a unique split screen feature where it splits at the joint. This allows for a perfect multitasking operation. Many users are calling it the best multitasking device out there because of its sheer processing capability and ease of use.
In addition to multitasking, users will also enjoy superior performance in gaming. The device can play the leading 3D graphics-intensive titles with ease and on max settings.
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To sum it up, the processor and performance of the Z Fold4 are on par with the best flagships out there. In fact, it even outshines many because of the multitasking usability.
Battery and Charge Time
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 comes equipped with a 4400 mAh battery. Now the 4400 mAh battery might seem very small for a 7.6-inch device. But the efficiency of the 8+ Gen 1 chip and the cover display means that the device will be able to comfortably last a day’s use on a single charge.
There is also 25W fast charging included in the device which can charge it up to 50% in 30 minutes.
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Price of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 in Bangladesh
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is currently available for pre-order in Bangladesh. Users can pre-order the device from the Samsung website for around 240,000 BDT for the 12/256 Gb variant. The price is subject to change depending upon company policy and other issues.
Final Words
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is an incremental upgrade to the Z Fold3. The company addressed the issue regarding ergonomics and cameras. These are welcomed changes that made the Z Fold4 even more streamlined as a daily driver.
However, the creaking hinge noise and the crease on the display are still something that might be a deal breaker for some. But as things stand now, the Z Fold4 is slowly becoming a mainstream daily driver, albeit at a very high price point and out of budget for many.
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