Vivo X80 and Vivo X80 Pro launched in China: Specifications and Price

The Vivo X80 series has been running around the rumor mill for quite some time now. The Vivo X80 and Vivo X80 Pro are finally official in China, while the global launch is scheduled for May 8. Anyway, here is a detailed look at the latest Vivo smartphones.

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Vivo X80

The Vivo X80 is built around a 6.78-inch Samsung E5 AMOLED panel. The screen offers 1,500 nits of peak brightness, 100 percent of DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, and a 120 Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, the smartphone runs the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC. The Vivo X80 arrives in up to 12 GB of RAM with up to 512 GB of internal storage. For software, the handset comes pre-installed with Android 12 OS tossed with OriginOS Ocean skin iteration on top.



On the rear side, the Vivo X80 carries a 50MP triple rear camera setup. The unit also includes a 12 MP ultrawide snapper and a 12 MP telephoto lens. The camera offers OIS support and 2x optical zoom. At the front, there's a 32 MP shooter to capture selfies and video chats.

In addition, a 4,500 mAh battery backs up the Vivo X80 with 80W fast charging support. For connectivity, there's WiFi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3, and an under-display fingerprint scanner to serve security.

Vivo X80 Pro

The Vivo X80 Pro is identical to the vanilla model in terms of the operating system, screen size, and front camera. The smartphone has a Samsung E5 LTPO 2.0 AMOLED with Quad HD+ resolution that offers a refresh rate between 1 Hz and 120 Hz.

Underneath, the company has prepared the device with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Dimensity 9000. It's up to the buyer which version he chooses. Also, Vivo X80 comes with an under-display fingerprint scanner. Moreover, the Vivo X80 Pro packs a 4,700 mAh battery that supports 80W of fast charging and 50W of fast wireless charging.

For optics, the Pro model also carries a triple rear camera. However, the capacity of the unit stands at a 50 MP primary camera, 12 MP ultrawide sensor, and a 48 MP telephoto shooter. The camera supports an ISOCELL GNV imager, OIS, laser Auto-Focus, and Pixel Shift technology.

Price and Availability

The Vivo X80 series is available in Black, Orange, and Green colorways. Depending on the color, you get AG glass, vegan leather, or ceramic back, respectively. Depending upon the model and configuration you choose, here's how much the device will cost.

Vivo X80

• 8GB + 128GB: ¥3,699


• 8GB + 256GB: ¥3,999


• 12GB + 256GB: ¥4,399


• 12GB + 512GB: ¥4,899

 

Vivo X80 Pro

• 8GB + 256GB: ¥5,499


• 12GB + 256GB: ¥5,999


• 12GB + 512GB: ¥6,699 (only available for Snapdragon 8 Gen 1)

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Oppo Reno 8 could arrive with Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, says leak!

The Reno 8 series by Oppo seems to be in the works. The lineup could include Oppo Reno 8, Reno 8 Pro, as well as Reno 8 SE. The smartphones are rumored to launch in May, but there's no word from the company yet. In the meantime, the specifications of the vanilla model have managed to leak online. Here's a look at the expected Oppo Reno 8.

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The reports claim to reveal the entire specifications of the Oppo Reno 8. As per the leaks, the smartphone will feature a 6.55-inch OLED display with a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. In addition, the Reno 8 can ship with a 4,500 mAh battery that may support 80W of fast charging.

Under the hood, the smartphone is likely to draw power from an octa-core processor based on Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC. This chipset will be integrated with an Adreno 662 GPU. Also, we can expect the company to offer storage configurations of up to 12GB RAM. For software, Reno 8 will offer Android 12 out-of-the-box tossed with a layer of ColorOS 12 on top.

In the optics department, the Oppo Reno 8 is tipped to carry 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera. Alongside, there can be an 8MP ultra-wide unit and a 2MP macro sensor. At the front, the device might house a 32MP snapper for selfies and video chats.

Keep in mind that the above-mentioned details are a part of a rumor. The official specifications will be confirmed by Oppo in the coming month.

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OnePlus Nord CE2 Lite hits Geekbench and BIS ahead of the official launch

OnePlus Nord CE2 Lite is scheduled to set its foot in India today. Ahead of the launch, the smartphone has made an appearance on multiple certification and benchmark websites, including Geekbench and BIS. As the name suggests, the smartphone will fall under the Nord series in a budget segment. Let's take a closer look at the upcoming handset.

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According to the Geekbench database, the OnePlus Nord CE2 Lite bears the model number CPH2381. The phone has managed to score 690 points in the single-core round and 1742 in the multi-core round. The database confirms the presence of Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC under the hood. This processor is integrated with Adreno 619 GPU and has a peak clock speed of 2.21GHz.

Moreover, the Geekbench listing reveals that the phone will boost Android 12 out of the box along with a layer of OxygenOS 12 on top. It mentions an 8GB RAM model, but we expect it to arrive in other configurations as well.

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As mentioned, the same device is approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as well. However, the website does not divulge any details. Although it ensures that the Nord CE2 Lite will debut in India.

To recall, the OnePlus Nord CE2 Lite was also spotted on the Camera F5 website. According to the site, the handset is likely to carry a 64MP primary camera sensor on the back with EIS support. At the front, the phone can house a 16MP lens for selfies and video chats.

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At the moment, this is all we know about the OnePlus Nord CE2 Lite. The rest of the details will be unwrapped soon as it could launch anytime now!

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Moto Edge 30 goes official with Snapdragon 778G+ SoC for €450

The Lenovo-owned company introduced the Moto Edge 30 Pro a couple of months ago. Now, the wraps have been taken off from the Moto Edge 30 as well. The vanilla model is the new mid-range smartphone that is currently official in Europe. The device is expected to launch soon in India. However, the launch date is still a secret.

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At the front, the Moto Edge 30 features a centrally aligned hole punch cutout at the top of a 6.5-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display. The panel offers a 144Hz refresh rate and an HDR10+ resolution. Also, it is IP52 rated for splash resistance. A 4,020 mAh battery keeps the system working with 33W TurboPower fast charging support.

Under the hood, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset fuels the Moto Edge 30 paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, it comes pre-installed with Android 12 along with a layer of MyUX on top.

On the rear side, Moto Edge 30 holds a triple camera setup. The module includes a 50MP primary lens, a 50MP ultrawide unit, and a 2MP sensor to measure depth. The camera has support for All-Pixel Autofocus, OIS, and a 118-degree field of view. For selfies and video chats, there's a 32MP unit placed inside the cutout.

Price and Availability

The base 8GB + 128GB model of Moto Edge 30 costs €450. While the price detail for the upper 8GB + 256GB variant is still unknown. You can purchase the device in Aurora Green, Meteor Grey, and Supermoon Silver color options.

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Oppo Reno 3 and Reno 3 Pro joins the ColorOS 12 Beta update list

Oppo has started releasing the Android 12-based ColorOS 12 beta program for several smartphones in different regions. Joining these devices, there are a couple more Oppo Reno 3 and Oppo Reno 3 Pro. This will be the second major upgrade for the handsets as they are launched in 2020 with Android 12 pre-installed.

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The Oppo Reno 3 and Oppo Reno 3 Pro users can taste the new features of Android 12 along with a tweak of ColorOS 12 before its official release. The beta program is rolling out in India and Indonesia, while it could soon be extended to more regions as well.

Interested users can register themselves from April 26 to April 30. Although, the company is recruiting only 5,000 applicants for the handsets in each region. Therefore, apply soon so you can be an early applicant.

Prior to registering, make sure that your respective smartphone operates the basic version which is C.23 and C.24. Thereafter, follow the below step for registration:

1. Head to Settings > Software Update


2. Click on the Gear Icon at the top right corner


3. Tap on Apply for Beta Version > Update Beta Version


4. Follow the on-screen instructions and click submit

After the company reviews your application, the selected applicants will receive the beta software within 3 working days. In case you are not selected in the first batch, kindly wait for the next round of recruitment (if there’s any). In addition, it could take a couple of months to roll out the stable version for the devices.

Lastly, keep in mind that the beta build could carry a lot of bugs and glitches that can hinder the user experience. Also, we recommend you take a backup of your important files to avoid data loss.

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iQOO Neo 6 SE specifications leaked, tipped to power Snapdragon 870 SoC

The iQOO Neo 6 was launched a couple of weeks ago in China. However, the Indian availability is not yet confirmed. Anyway, the company seems to be working on the iQOO Neo 6 SE model. Ahead of its launch, the device has managed to leak online with all of its key specifications.

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The SE model will be a slightly downgraded version of the vanilla iQOO Neo 6. According to the leaks, the iQOO Neo 6 SE will feature a 6.62-inch Full-HD+ OLED display and a single centred punch-hole cutout and a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone will bear the model number V2157A, thanks to the IMEI database.

Under the hood, an octa-core processor based on Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC is likely to power the iQOO Neo 6 SE. In addition, the smartphone can ship with a 4,700 mAh power cell with an 80W fast charging support. To recall, the iQOO Neo 6 SE was listed on China's 3C website. The portal mentions that the phone will support 66W fast charging.

At the time of writing, this is all we can speculate about the upcoming iQOO Neo 6 SE. The other details, including operating system, camera capacity, launch date, price, and more are still under wraps. Although the handset is suggested to arrive in three unknown color options.

Keep in mind that all of the aforementioned features are a part of the leak. The official specifications will be soon revealed by the company.

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Xiaomi 12 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC launched in India for ₹62,999

As promised by the Chinese tech giant, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is finally official in India. This ultra-premium flagship smartphone is the first one to debut under the Xiaomi 12 lineup in the country. On the other side, the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12X are still awaited.

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The Xiaomi 12 Pro features a centrally aligned hole-punch cutout on top of a 6.73-inch AMOLED display. The panel offers a 2K resolution, a refresh rate between 1Hz and 120Hz, a 1500 nits of peak brightness, and an HDR10+ certification.

Under the hood, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor powers the Xiaomi 12 Pro paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. For software, the phone boosts Android 12 out of the box along with a layer of MIUI 13 on top.

For optics, there's a 32MP front-facing camera for selfies and video chats. On the other side, there's a 50MP ultrawide lens and a 50MP telephoto unit alongside a 50MP primary sensor.

Furthermore, there's a  4,600 mAh battery that keeps the screen lightened up with a 120W fast charging support. Also, it supports 50W wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging.

Price and Availability

Xiaomi 12 Pro costs ₹62,999 for the base 8GB/ 256GB variant, while the upper 12GB/ 256GB model is priced at ₹66,999. The phone arrives in Couture Blue, Noir Black, and Opera Mauve color options.

The smartphone will go on sale from May 2 via online stores like Mi.com, Mi Home Stores, and Amazon. The company is providing an introductory offer of ₹4,000 off. On top, ICICI card users can get an additional ₹6,000 discount.

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Android 13 Beta 1 Is Live for supported Pixel Smartphones!

The first developer preview of Android 13 was rolled out a couple of months ago. Alongside, Google issued a timeline for the release of a stable version. Adhering to its schedule, the first beta for the Android 13 OS is live for the supported Pixel devices, marking the next phase of the operating system.

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The supported Pixel devices include Pixel 4, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro. FYI, the beta versions have a little fewer issues compared to the developer previews and are easier to install.

Where Android 12 is considered the “major overhaul to Android in years.” Android 13 seems to emphasize boosting privacy and security. The first beta packs all the new features introduced with the two Developer Previews. In addition, the stability and functionality of these new additions are refined.

Moreover, it includes new permissions related to accessing media files, improvements to APIs for audio routing, and much more. As mentioned before, its primary focus is on privacy and security. Here is everything in detail:

• New permissions to access multimedia files
  
  
  
  • Android 13 will introduce a new set of permissions where the requests can be limited to a specific type of media file. The system will no longer ask for access to all files. For instance, you can grant specific permission only to audio files.
    
  
  
  
  

• Error guidance for security
  
  
  
  • The system will provide more detailed and accurate error guidance for apps that generate security keys, like Keystore and KeyMint.
  
  
  
  


• New APIs for audio routing
  
  
  
  • There are newly added routing APIs on AudioManager class. This will help different media apps to identify how audio will be routed.
  
  
  
  

If you own a compatible Pixel smartphone, you can easily join the beta program via the Android Beta Program site. According to the timeline, Android 13 beta testing will be completed by June, hitting the “platform stability” milestone. Afterward, the new Android iteration intends to hit the stable phase by Q4 2022.

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OnePlus Nord 2 receives OxygenOS 12 Open Beta based on Android 12

According to the OnePlus update policy, the Nord series is eligible to receive only two major Android updates. The OnePlus Nord 2 is now eligible for OxygenOS 12 Open Beta based on Android 12. The device was launched last year in July with Android 11 out of the box.

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The OnePlus Nord 2 users can experience the Android 12 features before its official release. To do so, navigate to Settings > System > System Updates > Top Right Icon > Local Upgrade.

Key updates

• System
  
  
  
  • Newly added Smart Battery Engine, a feature that prolongs battery life based on smart algorithms and biomimetic self-restoration technology
  
  
  • Optimized AI System Booster to 2.1 for your system to run smoothly even when the load is high
  
  
  • Optimized desktop icons with improved textures, by using a design inspired by brand-new materials and uniting lights and layers
  
  
  • Optimized Extra HD, a feature that can significantly enhance the image and video resolutions
  
  
  
  


• Dark mode
  
  
  
  • Dark mode now supports three adjustable levels, bringing a more personalized and comfortable user experience
  
  
  
  


• Shelf
  
  
  
  • New additional style options for Cards, making data contents more visual and easier to read
  
  
  • Newly added access to OnePlus Scout in Shelf, allowing you to search multiple contents on your phone, including Apps, Settings, Media Data, etc
  
  
  • Newly added OnePlus Watch Card in Shelf, to easily glance at your health status
  
  
  
  


• Work-Life Balance
  
  
  
  • The Work-Life Balance feature is now available to all users, allowing you to effortlessly switch between Work and Life mode via quick settings
  
  
  • WLB 2.0 now supports automatic Work/Life mode switching, based on specific locations, Wi-Fi network, and time, also bringing customized App notification profiles according to the personalization
  
  
  
  


• Gallery
  
  
  
  • Gallery now allows you to switch between different layouts with a two-finger pinch gesture, intelligently recognizing the best-quality pictures, and cropping the thumbnail based on the content, making the gallery layout more pleasing
  
  
  
  


• Canvas AOD
  
  
  
  • Canvas AOD brings you new diverse styles of lines and colors, for a more personalized lock screen experience with inspiring visuals
  
  
  • Optimized software algorithm and improved face recognition to better identify the features and skin color of different figures
  
  
  
  


• Games
  
  
  
  • Newly added the HyperBoost end-to-end frame rate stabilizer
  
  
  
  

However, keep in mind that the beta build can carry some bugs and glitches. Also, some third-party apps might not work as expected. In case the beta build is not suitable for you, you can roll back to the previous stable channel. Though it will brush away the phone’s internal storage.

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