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OnePlus 9RT Review: Huge Camera Updates with Clean, Minimalist Design
Ready for OnePlus' stretchiest phone yet? OnePlus has launched the fourth phone of the 9 series, the OnePlus 9RT, in China on October 13, 2021. However, it is an upgrade of the OnePlus 9R. The 9 series is great for the camera, speed, and sleek design. Nevertheless, the 9RT will not let the users down as it comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Like the OnePlus 9 and 9R, the 9RT comes with the LPDDR5 RAM supported by UFS 3.1 storage. Let’s check out the key features of the OnePlus 9RT.
OnePlus 9RT: Review of Key Features
Design and display
Apparently, the OnePlus 9RT has a glass back with a metal frame which comes in Dark Matter, Sky Blue, and Silver shades. On the top left corner, there is a large camera block. Further, a punch-hole camera is located on the top left of the screen.
The dimension of 9RT is 162.2 x 74.6 x 8.29mm and has a weight of 198.5g. Hence, it is heavier as well as larger than the ancestors' OnePlus 9 or even the OnePlus 9R. But it is designed in ways that resemble tiny and slimmer. The body has a sleek design with curved edges, making it easier to hold and use.
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The back part of the phone is slightly curvy, but the front screen is flat. However, the bezel-less display size is 6.62 along with 1080x 2400 for 397 pixels/inch. The good thing about the 9RT display is, it has a 20:9 aspect ratio on the AMOLED display, which has a 120Hz refresh rate, which helps to look so much clearer and supports HDR10+. The phone's brightness level is up to 1,300 nits.
On screen fingerprint scanner on display gives a new dimension. Further, the larger touch sensors and accuracy of the OnePlus 9RT allow for accurate typing and scrolling.
Camera
It comes with a triple-lens main camera on the rear. One camera got a 50MP f/1.8 main sensor, which is the same as the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro used in the ultra-wide camera. Nevertheless, the snapper got optical image stabilization (OIS) which is combined with a 16MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera that also got a 123-degree view. The rear also has a 2MP macro camera.
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The front cam is 16MP f/2.4 which can also shoot up to 1080p at 30fps video. The selfies camera has a soft studio lighting feature through the flash to bring out a natural beauty in people who take selfies even at night.
However, the rear camera is capable of taking 4K quality video at 60fps. Further, the camera can also capture HDR and panorama with dual-LED flash. With the high-quality rear camera, anyone can take 2160p images with a tap.
It also reduces the motion blur, making a video or watching more enjoyable on this vibrant display.
The other camera features are autofocus, AF phase detection, auto flash, exposure compensation, continuous shooting, geo-tagging, face detection, ISO control, Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor, optical image stabilization, white balance, broken effect, touch to focus, and more.
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Battery
The OnePlus 9RT comes with Li-Po 4,500mAh nonremovable battery, which supports a 65W charging facility. Since the battery is powerful, it charges fast too. As per the advertisement, the battery can be charged 100% in just 19 minutes.
Performance and Software
The OnePlus 9 RT featured ColorOS 11.X based on Android 11 out of the box. It is an efficient, richly designed, highly customizable operating system that supports multiple languages and is used by more than 300 million users across the world. The customizable and easy-to-use user interface may help anyone use the phone with no effort.
When it comes to the performance of the phone, it runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset, which is also available on the OnePlus 9 series as well as other 2021 flagship phones. Moreover, it has Adreno 660 GPU and octa-core CPU (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 680, 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 680, and 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 680.
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Memory
Although the OnePlus 9RT doesn't have any external memory, it will satisfy the users with variations of internal memories. It comes with three variations in internal memory: 256GB 12GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, and 256GB 8GB RAM.
Network and Connectivity
For the network, the user can insert a nano sim. Nonetheless, it comes with a dual sim feature with dual standby. The connectivity features include Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, DLNA, Dual-band, hotspot, Bluetooth v5.20, 3G, 4G, and 5G network. It also supports USB Type-C 3.1 port, USB on the go, and NFC. Further, the sensors include an ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, compass/ magnetometer, in-display fingerprint sensor, and gyroscope. Although the 9RT supports a 5G network, the 5G feature may not be usable in most of the counties where 5G is yet to be rolled out. It offers dual-band A GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, and BDS.
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However, the wireless change is not available on the OnePlus 9RT. Hence, the fast charging cable is the only option to juice the battery. Also, it doesn't have the headphone jack feature; hence the user will need to connect Bluetooth headset for the audio connectivity. But, users will have the loudspeaker option with the stereo speakers. It doesn't offer any radio streaming option, but the user can download any radio apps and use it through the phone data or internet.
Price of OnePlus 9RT
As the phone comes in a different variation, it has different prices for different variations. However, the basic one with 8GB+128GB will cost $579, which is approximately Tk. 50,000.
Verdict
The most important part that makes the difference between the OnePlus 9RT with other smartphones in this range is performance, camera, and design. It is also designed with speed in mind, so the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor will allow the user to use numerous apps simultaneously. Besides, high-performance app users such as gamers will find this phone handy for daily uses. Hope it helps!
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Fastest sold-out C series phone on Daraz, realme C21Y now available nationwide
Smartphone brand realme created another record as its recently-launched phone from C series – realme C21Y – has become the fastest sold out phone on e-commerce platform Daraz.
3000 units of realme C21Y has been sold out within just 1 minute on Daraz during its flash sale that was held on October 13.
Users got an opportunity to buy C21Y at reduced price of Tk 11,490 only during the flash sale on Daraz while its original price is Tk12,490.
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Besides, buyers who purchased C21Y during the flash sale enjoyed 12-month extended warranty, free internet offer from GP, Robi and Banglalink, got realme water bottle as gift and could avail of 3-month EMI facility.
TUV Rheinland certified C21Y is equipped with UniSOC T610 processor, 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and two color options - Cross Black and Cross Blue.
This phone comes with a massive 5000mAh battery, a 6.5-inch display and powerful Octa-core processor.
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This is one of the few phones certified by TÜV Rheinland, meaning that the quality of this phone is really high.
The phone is now available across the country. Smartphone users can now buy this phone from any outlet in the country. To find your nearest outlet, click - https://cutt.ly/realme_Brand_Shop
Google Pixel 5a 5G What's Special About It?
Undoubtedly Google is the top search enginer in the world. But in the realm of phone industry, Google has many tough competitors. Though claining exorbitant prices, Google phones got reputations for their stunning performances. Google's Pixel 5a 5G was released on August 26, 2021. It was first marketed in Japan and the US. Since its release, Pixel 5a 5G has been in the middle of gossip among phone lovers all around the world. In design and performance, the phone shares some similarities to its ancestor Pixel 4a 5G. Let's see what does it offer.
Google Pixel 5a 5G Full Review
Design
The Google Pixel 5 is the only phone in a span of a long time to implement a metal back. The industry has become more glass-oriented in recent years to allow for improved signal transmission. The metal cover all around the sides creates an all-in-one style that is also uncommon today. The metal can endure much more resistance to harm, whether from everyday wear, hit and tear, or severe drops.
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The metal has a matte surface, giving it a more polycarbonate-like feel than conventional aluminum frames. Its material is intriguing yet unappealing. Not to mention, it provided us with a more secure hold on the phone.
Not every element of the tiny format is flawlessly designed. For instance, the metal-lock button and volume adjuster on the right of the phone protrudes slightly from the body. It requires a little more effort to press these buttons.
Display
The front of the phone is dominated by a 6.34-inch OLED display with a hole punch. The resolution is 2,400 by 1,080 pixels, with a density of 413ppi. Color fidelity is superb, with a high contrast ratio and dark, inky blacks. The viewing aspects are good, and the display is bright enough to use outside. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3.
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Pixel 5a 5G will dishearten the users with its poor refresh rate. While surfing the internet or app library the users might experience stuttering associated with its 60Hz display.
Rear Lenses
The Pixel 5a has the same excellent camera module as the costlier Pixel 5. There are two cameras on the phone's rear side. Its main sensor features a 12.2MP (f/1.7)lens. It has useful features like autofocus with dual-phase detection, optical and electronic image stabilization. The 16 MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens offers a field of view of 107 degrees but lacks OIS and EIS.
As expected, the Pixel 5a's pictures are similar to its predecessor Pixel 5. While the Pixel 5a lacks high-resolution sensors, it comfortably outperforms its midrange rivals and gives flagships a run for their money.
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The 12.2MP main sensor works well in all lighting situations. The Pixel 5a produces clear pictures with great depth of field in the daytime. The texture is lush, and the color accuracy is flawless.
The rear lens's video recording rate is limited to 240 frames per second in 1080p and 60 frames per second in 4K.
Front Lens
The 8MP front lens has an aperture of f/2.0. The front camera works well in almost all lighting conditions. Selfies are clear and accurate in terms of color and exposure. In portrait mode, depth mapping work is appreciable.
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Performance, Software, UI
The Pixel 5A 5G operates through a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 7nm SoC. This device is supported by 6GB of RAM. The storage capacity is 128GB, with about 111GB of storage accessibility out of the box. This phone has no microSD card slot.
The performance of the Pixel 5a is quite impressive. It is capable of handling whatever job is thrown at it. When multitasking with hundreds of Chrome windows open, apps launch instantly, and there is no latency. Even Night Mode pictures that took a bit of time to process on the Pixel 4a 5G run easily on the 5a.
The Pixel 5a excels in gaming. During testing, this phone showed no problems while playing Genshin Impact and Alto's Odyssey for a few hours. Both games loaded fast, with no latency or missed frames.
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The Pixel 5A does share the same Snapdragon mobile platform, storage and RAM as the Pixel 5.
Battery and Charger
The 5A battery is the biggest Pixel battery yet at 4,685mAh. It lasted almost 12 hours before shutting down in our battery drain test, streaming HD movies over Wi-Fi at maximum brightness. The battery would probably survive for a day without charging if the phone is used more sparingly.
A rapid charging 18W charger is included in the package. Wireless charging isn't included, which is a bummer.
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Price in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, the phone is available unofficially. The powerful 4GB, 64GB model is unofficially priced at BDT 55,000 in the local market. 1 INR = 1 BDT is the exchange rate used here.
Bottom Line
The Google Pixel 5a 5G phone can be a fantastic upper-midrange option that is well worthy of a good name. It boasts a standard processor, sharp OLED display, long battery life, and good camera features.
In fact, it's difficult to find significant flaws in the Pixel 5a. Though this Google phone lacks wireless charging and a high refresh rate display, it runs well and has the same sturdy build quality as the more costly Google Pixel 5. Users who are looking for a 5G phone with exceptional performance for the price, can consider Google Pixel 5A.
Big picture, big data: Swiss unveil VR software of universe
The final frontier has rarely seemed closer than this — at least virtually.
Researchers at one of Switzerland’s top universities are releasing open-source beta software on Tuesday that allows for virtual visits through the cosmos including up to the International Space Station, past the Moon, Saturn or exoplanets, over galaxies and well beyond.
The program — called Virtual Reality Universe Project, or VIRUP — pulls together what the researchers call the largest data set of the universe to create three-dimensional, panoramic visualizations of space.
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Software engineers, astrophysicists and experimental museology experts at the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne, or EPFL, have come together to concoct the virtual map that can be viewed through individual VR gear, immersion systems like panoramic cinema with 3D glasses, planetarium-like dome screens, or just on a PC for two-dimensional viewing.
“The novelty of this project was putting all the data set available into one framework, when you can see the universe at different scales — nearby us, around the Earth, around the solar system, at the Milky Way level, to see through the universe and time up to the beginning — what we call the Big Bang," said Jean-Paul Kneib, director of EPFL's astrophysics lab.
Think a sort of Google Earth — but for the universe. Computer algorithms churn up terabytes of data and produce images that can appear as close as one meter (about three feet), or almost infinitely far away — as if you sit back and look at the entire observable universe.
VIRUP is accessible to everyone for free — though it does require at least a computer and is best visualized with VR equipment or 3D capabilities. It aims to draw in a broad array of visitors, both scientists looking to visualize the data they continue to collect and a broad public seeking to explore the heavens virtually.
Still a work in progress, for now, the beta version can’t be run on a Mac computer. Downloading the software and content might seem onerous for the least-skilled computer users, and space — on a computer — will count. The broader-public version of the content is a reduced-size version that can be quantified in gigabytes, a sort of best-of highlights. Astronomy buffs with more PC memory might choose to download more.
The project assembles information from eight databases that count at least 4,500 known exoplanets, tens of millions of galaxies, hundreds of millions of space objects in all, and more than 1.5 billion light sources from the Milky Way alone. But when it comes to potential data, the sky is literally the limit: Future databases could include asteroids in our solar system or objects like nebulae and pulsars farther into the galaxy.
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To be sure, VR games and representations already exist: Cosmos-gazing apps on tablets allow for mapping of the night sky, with zoom-in close-ups of heavenly bodies; software like SpaceEngine from Russia offers universe visuals; NASA has done some smaller VR scopes of space.
But the EPFL team says VIRUP goes much farther and wider: Data pulled from sources like the Sloan Digital Sky Survey in the United States, and European Space Agency’s Gaia mission to map the Milky Way and its Planck mission to observe the first light of the universe, all brought together in a one-stop-shop for the most extensive data sets yet around.
And there's more to come: when the 14-country telescope project known as the Square Kilometer Array starts pulling down information, the data could be counted in the petabytes — that’s 1,000 terabytes or 1 million gigabytes.
Strap on the VR goggles, and it's a trippy feeling seeing the Moon — seemingly the size of a giant beach ball and floating close enough to hold — as the horizon rotates from the sunny side to the dark side of the lunar surface.
Then speed out to beyond the solar system and swing by Saturn, then up above the Milky Way, swirling and flashing and heaving — with exoplanets highlighted in red. And much farther out still, imagine floating through small dots of light that represent galaxies as if the viewer is an unconscionably large giant floating in space.
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“That is a very efficient way of visiting all the different scales that compose our universe, and that is completely unique,” says Yves Revaz, an EPFL astrophysicist. ”A very important part of this project is that it's a first step toward treating much larger data sets which are coming."
Entire galaxies seem to be strung together by strands or filaments of light, almost like representation of neural connections, that link up clusters of light like galaxies. For one of the biggest pictures of all, there’s a colorful visualization of the Cosmic Microwave Background — the radiation left behind from the Big Bang.
“We actually started this project because I was working on a three-dimensional mapping project of the universe and was always a little frustrated with the 2D visualization on my screen, which wasn’t very meaningful," said Kneib, in a nondescript lab building that houses a panoramic screen, a half-dome cinema with bean-bag seating, and a hard-floor space for virtual-reality excursions.
“It’s true that by showing the universe in 3D, by showing these filaments, by showing these clusters of galaxies which are large concentrations of matter, you really realize what the universe is,” he added.
4K UHD TV buying guide: Some popular Smart TV models in Bangladesh
TV is a common source of entertainment and recreation for billions of people around the world. With the advancement of technology, TVs are getting smarter and modernized day by day. Nowadays, Smart TVs are getting more popular due to their up-to-date technologies, and versatile features. Furthermore, 4K Ultra HD TVs can upgrade the aesthetics and standard of homes. Though being completely unaware of the characteristics of 4K UHD TVs, many people are enticed to purchase Smart TVs due to lucrative discounts deals. Here is our concise guide on purchasing a 4K UHD TV.
What is a 4K UHD TV?
4K Ultra HD refers to a screen that has about 4 times the resolution of an FHD (Full HD) TV, which typically maintains a 1080p resolution. This means around 8 million pixels are gathered into the same area as an FHD TV, which only has 2 million pixels. Such pixel augmentation is accomplished by shrinking each pixel four times smaller. The end outcome for the typical viewer provides a better picture, accurate color, and HDR, which is available on the majority of modern television sets.
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Things to Consider to Buy a 4K UHD Smart TV
Before spending a big amount buying a 4K UHD TV, consumers need to be aware of a few facts. It can be perplexing. This section provides a clear guideline to help consumers find important features to the best 4K UHD TVs.
Display Type
This may seem to be a little thing to consider while shopping for a 4K UHD TV. However, with the numerous products on the market and amazing offers everywhere, anybody can be duped by smart marketing tactics.
Anyone can be attracted to lower prices, ending up purchasing an FHD TV while she or he was looking for a 4K UHD TV. That's why people should double-check before purchasing the TV. However, people wondering what the big problem is, even if they do end up purchasing an FHD TV, should know that a 4K UHD TV has a higher quality screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. It is four times that of a standard FHD TV. This implies that the image quality will be sharper and more immersive, particularly as the screen size increases. As a result, buying an FHD TV instead of a 4K UHD TV is a huge issue.
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As every single pixel is smaller, and each one represents a tiny slice of a larger image, increasing the resolution on smaller displays makes little sense. The additional pixels provide a greater effect on a larger screen because it can have more of them in. Hence, consumers should avoid 4K TVs with a screen smaller than 40 inches.
High Dynamic Range
HDR, or High-Dynamic-Range, makes the picture on a TV seem so beautiful that it may seem unreal. The intensity of color and richness provided by HDR more than doubles the game of 4K clarity. As a result, even if the consumer finds a fantastic deal on a 4k TV that lacks HDR, s/he should not purchase it.
Input Lag
If the consumer's preference revolves around video games, input latency will be a critical focus point for him or her. The quicker the picture transfers from a video game's console to the display, the smaller the input lag of the TV. Some TVs have much lower input latency than others. That's why, if a potential buyer of a 4K UHD Smart TV wants to play games in this gadget, then she or he should verify the input lag before choosing any model.
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Refresh Rate
While choosing a 4K UHD Smart TV, the consumer can avoid putting too much emphasis on the refresh rate. A high refresh rate can make TV and movies seem artificial. However, it is only reasonable to maintain a high refresh rate when the user is playing video games. The users need to keep their Smart TV’s refresh rate at a low/ modest level while viewing movies or other programs. Therefore, it would be wise to select 4K TV sets offering self-adjustable refresh rates based on the content.
Curved Vs. Flat
Curved TVs were once believed to be the next great thing in the world of televisions. They have been mostly phased out, and several TV lines no longer produce one. But there are not many differences in image quality between curved and flat TVs. As a result, when purchasing a television, people can opt for a flat screen to avoid the curved surface.
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itel Vision 2S Review with Price in Bangladesh: Know the Pros, Cons
The itel Vision 2S is the latest addition to the itel Vision series. It is the direct successor of the itel Vision 2 Plus, yet a budget-friendly one. Vision 2S was first introduced on 7th September 2021 in India. The itel series has already received praise for providing quality handsets to budget cautious consumers. With Vision 2S, the company has taken another step to their set path. The phone has already grabbed people's attention. This article is a full review of itel Vision 2S highlighting its features and functionalities.
itel Vision 2S: Review of Key Features
Design
The Intel Vision 2S features a beautiful design that goes above and beyond its price point. The phone's dimensions are 166 x 76.30 x 8.90mm, giving it a large screen appearance. Users may feel it is hard to use the phone with a single hand.
The phone's overall design is appealing and functional. Users will not be able to complain about the appearance thanks to the matte textured pattern finish on the rear with a gradient effect. The slight texture will provide a hand feel rather than a visual sense. It allows you better hold on to the massive phone and protects the rear from staining.
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On the rear, there is a dual-camera slot and a fingerprint sensor. Reaching it with the finger requires no effort, as the fingerprint sensor is located exactly where it should have been. The volume adjuster and power button are placed on the phone's right side. The SIM card slot is on the left, with a loudspeaker and an audio jack on the bottom. Clearly, consumers will get more than just the essentials.
Display
In low-cost phones, large screens and quality displays are quite uncommon. Thanks to itel for providing a 6.52-inch display with a resolution of 720x1600 pixels in their latest innovation Vision 2S. The phone's display has an aspect ratio of 20:9. That implies the users will have a positive experience with the touch reaction.
The decreased brightness level of the display seems to be a problem. It adds two kinds of impacts. The colours on the screen seem less normal, and the display turns totally black in direct sunlight. To improve the brightness, consumers have to adjust the brightness level to the maximum.
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A teardrop camera room can be seen in the upper-middle corner of the display. In addition, the phone's chin and bezel are noticeably smaller. Hence, users will not be bothered by these when viewing movies or playing games.
The Rear Lenses
The main camera panel has two cameras. The main camera has an 8MP wide lens and a 0.3MP depth sensor that is touted to be an AI sensor. The pictures captured by these lenses are mediocre.
The cameras did not achieve a sufficient dynamic ratio. The pictures provided seem to have a somewhat warmer tone. The tone sometimes enhances the overall appearance of the pictures, while other times it detracts from them. In low light, the contrast increases. Photos shot at night need additional attention to achieve a high level of quality.
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With the main camera, users may shoot movies at 30 frames per second for maximum quality of 1080p.
Walton launches Primo GH10
Walton Digi-Tech Industries Limited has launched its new affordable smartphone Primo GH10.
The phone has many features, including a large V-notch display, triple rear cameras, powerful RAM and ROM, an Android 11 operating system, and face unlock.
SM Rezwan Alam, the chief business officer of Walton Mobile, said the design and configurations of the smartphone have been set considering the demand and affordability of entry-level customers. "The regular price of the smartphone is Tk7,999. However, customers are getting Tk400 cashback."
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The smartphone is available in three different colours – matte black, royal blue and emerald green.
Habibur Rahman Tuhin, marketing in-charge of Walton Mobile, said the new device features a 6.52-inch V-Notch HD+ IPS display with 1600X720 pixel screen resolutions. "It sports a 1.6 GHz Octa-Core ARM Cortex-A55 processor with PowerVR Rogue GE8322 GPU, Android 11 (Go Edition), 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage (expandable up to 128GB) and a 4,000mAh high capacity li-polymer battery."
Primo GH10 features triple rear autofocus cameras with PDAF and LED flash. The main camera of the device is 8MP. It has a 0.3MP depth camera along with a 0.3MP macro sensor.
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The dual 4G VoLTE-supported phone has many other features including face unlock, fingerprint sensor, separate slot for micro SD card, OTA, OTG, full HD video playback, dark mode, pocket mode, screen record, smart controls, gesture navigation, auto call recorder, cast screen, WLAN hotspot, GPS with A-GPS, accelerometer (3D), light (brightness), and proximity, according to a media statement.
Realme becomes the first brand to update GT to Android 12
Smartphone brand realme is going to be one of the first brands to provide the opportunity to its users to update their smartphone to Android 12 operating system.
Google has officially released Android 12 on October 4. realme always becomes the first to offer the latest innovation to their users. This time it is no different as realme will provide Android 12 stable update to its devices. realme will launch Android 12 stable update for realme GT and more models. Users could log into the realme official community to apply for the update very soon, said a press release.
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Meanwhile, realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12 will also be released globally on October 13. Just like its previous version, Realme UI 3.0 will offer seamless fun to the young users with the help of improved functionality, fluency, customizability, security and privacy. The entire UI will be refreshed and the experience will be much more comforting and enjoyable compared to realme UI 2.0.
Because of providing the youth with a smooth and fun system experience, the users of realme UI is increasing meteorically. At present, realme UI has exceeded 100 million users worldwide.
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realme is developing a diverse portfolio of 5G products with an aim to offer 100 million 5G phones in the next three years to the young users.
Besides affordable 5G phones, realme will also bring more AIoT products to young consumers as realme has entered AIoT 2.0 development phase with its advanced ‘1+5+T’ strategy. According to Canalys, realme also became the top 1 smartphone maker in Bangladesh during Q2, 2021.
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Vivo iQOO Z5 Review: What does it offer?
The Vivo iQOO Z5, a much-anticipated mid-range smartphone in 2021. Its affordable specifications and features make it popular among customers in the cheap smartphone segment. The phone was released in India on September 28. Since its first release, phone enthusiasts, particularly those looking for a decent cheap phone, have made it a success. Let's explore the Vivo iQOO Z5's characteristics and capabilities.
Vivo iQOO Z5: Review of Specs, Key Features
Design
The Vivo iQOO Z5 debuts with a high-end premium look while keeping a similar appearance like the Samsung Note series.
The iQOO Z5's back part and frame are both composed of plastic. The back doesn't catch much finger staining due to its flat finish. The phone's dimensions are 164.7 x 76.7 x 8.5 mm, and it weighs just 193 g. The phone feels a little hefty. Nonetheless, it fits well in hand and is simple to use. The phone offers three color options: Arctic Dawn, Mystic Space, and Aurora.
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Volume control, as well as a side-mounted fast fingerprint scanner, can be found on the right. A 3.5mm audio port is located on the bottom. A USB Type-C connector, a loudspeaker, and a speaker are included.
Display
The iQOO Z5 has a 6.67 inches IPS LCD display. It has a screen resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels screen resolution, a maximum brightness level of 650 nits, a refresh rate of 120Hz, and a pixel density of 395 ppi. The display features an HDR10 system, which allows for improved images on the screen.
The color representation capabilities and viewing angles of the display are sufficient for obtaining a standard viewing experience. Users might have difficulty while typing and reading. Users may watch movies in Full HD on websites such as Netflix, YouTube and Amazon Prime. The phone comes with a Panda glass protection on the front.
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Rear Cameras
In terms of cameras, the iQOO Z5 has chosen to give more than the basic configuration available at this price range. Users will receive a 64MP wide, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens on the triple camera panel. However, a 2MP depth sensor would be more appreciable. Macro mode, time-lapse, portrait mode, and slow-motion are some of the basic functionalities of the phone. A maximum 1080p video recording rate at 30 fps will be possible with the primary camera.
The daytime shots are excellent, with realistic color projection and a well-balanced tone. There is an option that enables users to increase the saturation level of the picture. Those who like bright colors would love it.
The specialized 64MP mode produces high-quality images with a lot of noise.
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The camera may produce noisy images with smeared features in absence of ample light. Turning on the night mode increases the exposure level of the lenses to some extent. A loud impression and fractured details appear while taking pictures in the night mode.
Front Camera
A 16MP lens in a mid-range phone is not unjustifiable. In excellent lighting, the selfie camera shoots fantastic self-portraits. Selfie enthusiasts will be pleased with the iQOO Z5. The images are detailed and well-presented. The portrait mode performance is likewise excellent. With this front camera, users may record 1080p video at 30 frames per second.
Performance, Software & UI
The performance of iQOO Z5 stands on the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G processor. This phone doesn't exhibit any touch-responsiveness or latency issues, like the previous non-Pro model has shown.
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The iQOO Z5's ability to run games is undeniable. High-definition games like Asphalt 9, PUBG, and COD operate fairly well without any noticeable overheating or slowdown. The octa-core CPU is backed up with an Adreno 642L GPU.
The phone has utilized Android 11 based OriginOS, produced by Vivo and has nearly the same competence as the standard android skin, except with additional features.
Battery and Charging
The Vivo iQOO Z5 comes with a 5,000mAh battery that lasts a long period. Users can have day-long battery support with moderate usage with even approximately half the battery capacity. Even a full day of intensive gaming will not drain the battery. Once the phone is fully charged, it will be ready to use for two days. The phone offers 44W charging. It just takes 26 minutes to charge the phone to 50% capacity.
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Price of Vivo iQOO Z5 in Bangladesh
The Vivo iQOO Z5 is available all over India. It’s basic variant (8/128GB) costs around BDT 27560; while the upper variant (12/256GB) is available at BDT 31,007. The INR to BDT conversion rate is INR 1 = BDT 1.51.
In Bangladesh the phone is yet to be available officially. The price may increase in the Bangladesh market due to TAX and other issues.
Verdict
The Vivo iQOO Z5 is a competent yet efficient smartphone that excels in certain areas while failing in others. It seems to be a standard phone, but appearance may not often tell the full picture. For people who prioritize performance, especially at this price range, the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G is a good choice. However, other competitors may provide a little more bang for your money. Aside from that, the 64MP camera system fails to distinguish itself from other phones in the same price bracket. However, given all of the capabilities of the iQOO Z5, the pricing seems to be very affordable.
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Robi brings co-branded smartphone Maximus R1 Pro
Robi, has recently launched an exclusive co-branded 4G smartphone named ‘Maximus R1 Pro’ with smartphone brand, Maximus.
The smartphone is priced at 9,949 taka and can be availed from robishop with three months EMI facility along-with 0% interest using specific bank credit cards. . Interested one can Pre Book this newly launched smartphone from robishop.com.bd from now and will get an exclusive lenovo Bluetooth speakers with pre book.
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The 4G smartphone was launched recently in a program at Robi Corporate Office.
The Maximus R1 Pro smartphone comes up with a 6.517-inch large display with advanced cameras that can snap crisp and gorgeous photos. Supported by 13 MP+2 MP +2 MP triple rear cameras and 8MP front camera, the handset offers crystal clear HD photo experience.
Running on Android 11, the Robi-Maximus R1 has a 3 GB RAM and 32 GB ROM which can be expanded up to 256 GB. It runs on an Octa-core with 1.6 GHz and has dual SIM capabilities.
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Customers will get six-month long benefits with a total of 24 GB data and 600 mins talk-time by purchasing the smartphone. There are exclusive data and voice bundles available for purchase as well.
The customers will get an array of exciting offers including free postpaid SIM coupons, free subscriptions to content and sports platforms of Robi like Binge, Splash etc. and free coins for subscribing to online games. Besides robishop the smartphone can be availed R-store and Robi walk-in centers.
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