Asus Zenfone 9 with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC launched for €799

Asus Zenfone 9 was running around rumor mills for some time now. The company finally made its next premium flagship official in the Global market. The device sits over the Zenfone 8 with some significant upgrades. Let's take a closer look at the specifications, features, price, and other details of the latest Asus handset.

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Asus Zenfone 9 features a 5.9-inch AMOLED display with a layer of Gorilla Glass Victus for protection. The panel offers a 120Hz screen refresh rate, a Full HD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. In addition, it is IP68 rated for dust and splash resistance.

Under the hood, the smartphone draws power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. The processor is paired with up to 16GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, it boosts Android 12 out of the box.

For optics, Zenfone 9 carries a massive dual camera module at the back. It consists of a 50MP primary sensor and a 12MP ultra-wide unit. Besides, the setup comes with 6-axis gimbal stabilization and 8K video recording support as well. At the front, a 12MP lens with dual PDAF serves selfies and video calls.

Moreover, the device ships with a 4,300 mAh battery that supports 30W fast charging. The company claims that the device can go from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes. Further, the other notable features include a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a dual speaker, a touch-sensitive strip, vapor chamber cooling, a Google Assistant button, WiFi 6/6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.

Read more: List of Asus smartphones eligible for Android 13 update

Price and Availability

Asus Zenfone 9 arrives in Midnight Black, Starry Blue, Sunset Red, and Moonlight White color options. The device will soon go on sale however, the exact date is not yet announced. Depending upon the storage variant you choose, here's how much it will cost:

• 8GB/ 128GB: €799


• 8GB/ 256GB: €849


• 16GB/ 256GB: €899

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iQOO 9T launched in India with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC for ₹49,999

The Vivo sub-brand has unveiled its new premium smartphone in India: iQOO 9T. To recall, the device was scheduled to launch on August 2. Surpsingly, the brand announced the smartphone a few days earlier. To mention, the phone is a rebranded iQOO 10. Let's take a closer look at the specifixations, features, price, and other detaikls of the latest iQOO handset.

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The iQOO 9T features a 6.78-inch Samsung E5 AMOLED display with a layer of Schott Xensation UP glass for protection. The panle offers an FHD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), up to a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, 1500 nits peak brightness level, and 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.

Under the helm, the device runs the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC with VC liquid cooling system. In addition, it equips the Vivo V1+ chip to enhance image processing and display optimizations. For software, it boosts Android 12 out of the box along with Funtouch OS 12.1.

In the optics section, the iQOO 9T carries a triple camera module with OIS support. The setup consist of a 50MP primary lens, a 13MP ultra-wide unit that also serves as macro snapper, and a 12MP shooter with 2x optical lens. On the front, there's a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Furthermore, the handset ships with a 4,700 mAh battery with 120W fast wired support. The other noteable features incude IP52-rating, dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. In addition, it arrives with an in-display fingerprint sensor to serve security.

Read more: iQOO 10 series goes official in China: Specifications and Price

Price and Availability

iQOO 9T will go on sale on August 2 in Alpha and Legend color options. The device costs ₹49,999 for its 8GB/ 128GB model. Whereas, the higher 12GB/ 256GB variant costs ₹54,999. You can buy the phone via Amazon India and iQOO.com



As for launch offers, the buyers can get ₹4,000 discount via ICICI Bank card. Also, they cam avail ₹5,000 and ₹7,000 off in exchange of their non-iQOO and iQOO devices, respectivley.

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Redmi 10A Sport with Helio G25 SoC goes official in India for ₹10,999

Xiaomi has introduced a new budget smartphone under the Redmi sub-branding: Redmi 10A Sport. The phone sits over the Redmi 9A Sport that was launched last year in September. Here is a closer look at the specifications, features, price, and other details of the latest Redmi handset.

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The Redmi 10A Sport is built around a 6.53-inch IPS LCD screen with a dewdrop notch at the top. The panel offers an HD+ resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels, a peak brightness of 400 nits, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. In addition, it packs a 5000 mAh battery with 10W charging support.

Under the hood, the smartphone draws power from a MediaTek Helio G25 SoC. Also, the chipset is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. On the software front, it will boost Android 11 out of the box along with MIUI 12.5 on top.

On the back, the Redmi 10A Sport has a polycarbonate back panel. The device carries a square-shaped module for the camera and fingerprint scanner. It consists of a single 13MP main camera alongside an LED flash. The other two cutouts are just dummies! Moreover, there is a 5MP unit for selfies and video chats.

Read more: Redmi 11 Prime 5G hits Xiaomi’s website, launch imminent

Price and Availability

Redmi 10A Sport costs ₹10,999 for its single 6GB/ 128GB storage option. The phone is available in Charcoal Black, Sea Blue, and Slate Grey color variants. It is up for purchase in India via Mi.com, Mi Home Stores, etc.

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Redmi 11 Prime 5G hits Xiaomi’s website, launch imminent

Xiaomi’s spin-off brand Redmi is preparing to unveil a new smartphone: Redmi 11 Prime 5G. Before its official launch, the smartphone made an appearance on Xiaomi’s official website. This indicates that the phone could launch soon in some markets, including India. Here is what we know about the handset so far.

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The Redmi 11 Prime 5G was spotted on the security update list that is released by the company every month. Unfortunately, the listing does not reveal much about the upcoming smartphone. Although it indicates that the 5G-powered device will be exclusive to India as a mid-range offering.

As mentioned, the company did not officially confirm the news. However, we can soon hear an announcement and other details about the device. Now that the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has started emerging online, more details of the phone can be revealed in the coming days.

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G will sit over the Redmi 10 Prime that was launched last year in September. Needless to say, the upcoming model will come with a significant upgrade over its predecessor.

Read more: Redmi Note 11/NFC gets stable Android 12 update based on MIUI 13

In other news, an unknown Redmi device with model number 220733SL was spotted on the FCC certification website. The portal confirmed the presence of Android 12 out of the box along with a few connectivity options onboard. It will come with support for Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GSM, and LTE Band 5. In addition, the handset will come with dual SIM network support. For more details, visit our dedicated article.

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Realme Watch 3 with 1.8-inch display, 340 mAh battery launched in India for ₹3,499

Realme stepped into the wearable market a couple of years back with the introduction of its first watch. Now, the company has taken the covers off the Realme Watch 3 in India. The smartwatch arrives with significant improvements over its predecessor. Here is a detailed look at the design, features, price, and other details of the new device.

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Talking about design, the Realme Watch 3 features a metallic chassis made of a vacuum-plated reflective metal. It comes with a 1.8-inch display with a IP68 rating for splash resistance. The panel offers a screen resolution of 240 × 268 pixels and a 500 nits peak brightness. Also, it is a 2.5D curved display with a 67.5% screen-to-body ratio.

For features, the wearable offers 100+ pre-loaded watch faces. Moreover, it comes with all the standard health monitoring elements. This includes steps tracking, sleep data, heart rate monitoring, stress monitoring, SpO2 sensor, and menstruation cycles. Besides, the heart rate and blood oxygen are contionusly monitored. Furhter, the watch packs more than 110 sports modes, including walking, running, cycling, and more.

In addition, the Realme Watch 3 comes with Bluetooth voice calls support and AI noise cancellation feature. On top, it supports voice calls over Bluetooth and offers noise cancellation as well. To keep the watch working, the company ships it with a 340 mAh battery. The unit is claimed to last for 7 days on a single charge.

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Price and Availability

The Realme Watch 3 will go on sale from August 2 via Flipkart in Black and White color options. The wearable will cost ₹3,499 in India. As for launch offers, the buyers can get ₹500 off during the first sale, making it cost ₹2,999.

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OnePlus 9RT picks up Android 12 update based on OxygenOS 12.1

OnePlus is deliberately testing and releasing the Android 12 OS for its eligible flagships. In the latest development, the OnePlus 9RT is picking up the OxygenOS 12.1 update based on the current stable operating system.

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The announcement was taken to the OnePlus community where the users claim to receive the Android 12 update. However, the company has not made any official statement yet. As of now, the software is rolling out in India bundled with the firmware version C.04, while other markets could also get it soon.

Needless to say, the package brings along a plethora of rich features and improvements. In addition, it optimizes the overall system apps, including games, camera, canvas AOD, and more. Check out the entire changelog below for precise details.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • Optimized desktop icons with improved textures, by using a design inspired by brand-new materials and uniting lights and layers
  
  
  
  


• 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 Earphone Control Card with Bluetooth earphone one-click adjustment
  
  
  • 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 stats
  
  
  
  


• Work-Life Balance
  
  
  
  • 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
  
  
  
  • Canvas AOD brings you new different styles of lines and colors, for a more personalized lock screen experience with inspiring visuals
  
  
  • Newly added multiple brushes and strokes and support for color adjustment
  
  
  • Optimized software algorithm and improved face recognition to better identify the features and skin color of different figures
  
  
  
  


• Games
  
  
  
  • Optimized the gaming experience in team fight scenes
  
  
  • Newly added the HyperBoost end-to-end frame rate stabilizer
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • Optimized the display of camera modes on the menu bar
  
  
  • Optimized the experience of zooming in or out when shooting videos with rear camera
  
  
  
  


• Accessibility
  
  
  
  • Newly added visuals to text instructions for an intuitive understanding of accessibility functions
  
  
  • Newly supported more system apps in TalkBack, including Photos, Phone, Mail, and Calendar
  
  
  • Optimized categorization of functions by grouping them into vision, hearing, interactive actions, and general
  
  
  
  

Read more: OnePlus Nord N10 gets a new update with July 2022 security patch

As always, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. The users will receive the notification in a short while. Alternatively, you can also track the build manually via Settings > Software update.

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OnePlus Nord N10 gets a new update with July 2022 security patch

OnePlus released the Nord N10 5G smartphone last year with Android 10 pre-installed. The handset is eligible to grab only one major OS update. Accordingly, the Android 11 update for the device was released this year followed by the new OS-based skin, OxygenOS 11. On the bright side, the company never forgets to give regular bumps. This time, OxygenOS 11.0.7 is rolling out to the OnePlus Nord N10 5G.

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OnePlus Nord N10 5G is mid-range flagship by the company with the best update support. The OxygenOS 11.0.7 software for the smartphone is rolling out in the global markets and the US for the T-Mobile network variants.

As far as changes are concerned, the package does not carry any such significant or noticeable changes. Although, it protects your phone from external vulnerabilities and security threats by inculcating the July 2021 patch update. The security updates do not bring along any visible changes. However, it does defend your phone from third-party threats and maintains your privacy. The vulnerabilities range from high and moderate to severe flaws. In addition, the build improves system performance and stability as well.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  •  [Updated] Android security patch to 2022.07
  
  
  
  

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As always, OnePlus has started to push the update in batches. Accordingly, it will reach out to a limited number of users at first. After ensuring its stability, the version will have a wider rollout in a few days. To avoid the wait, you can head over to Settings > System updates to track it manually.

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Unknown Redmi 220733SL arrives on FCC, confirms Android 12

It looks like Xiaomi is planning to introduce a new smartphone under the Redmi sub-branding. Recently, a new handset by the company has made an appearance on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification website with model number 220733SL. Let's check out the specifications and details revealed by the portal.

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The new Xiaomi phone on the FCC bears the model number 220733SL. As mentioned, the company will launch the device with the Redmi branding. Besides the model number, the FCC listing reveals some key details, including the operating system and connectivity options on board.

On the software front, the portal divulges that the Redmi 220733SL will boost Android 12 out of the box. With this operating system onboard, we can expect the device to come pre-installed with MIUI 13 skin iteration on top. In terms of connectivity, the phone will come with support for Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GSM, and LTE Band 5. In addition, the handset will come with dual SIM network support.

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Unfortunately, besides these aforementioned datils, the FCC website does not render any other information about the Redmi 220733SL. Now that the phone has started to emerge online, the other details, including the name will be out soon.

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In other news, a Poco device with model number 2207117BPG also made it to FCC as a rebranded Redmi Note 10S. The phone is an entry-level 4G offering that is available in up to 6GB/128GB storage options. To read more about the handset, visit our dedicated article.

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Magisk releases Magisk v25.2 Hotfix update (download link included)!

The only way to root a smartphone in 2022 is by using Magsik. Magisk came as an advanced version of a rooting smartphone. It came with many flexibilities that SuperSu didn't possess. It is a necessary software that runs even before booting. In June, Magisk's developer John Wu released the v25 as a public beta. It came with many changes, including a complete rewriting of MagiskInit. Magisk solved SELinux Problem after injecting a whole new sepolicy. Later, Magisk released the stable version of v25 after fixing some bugs as v25.1. John Wu also confirmed that he started the development of v26. He said it would be developed in the Oxidation Project (i.e., Rust programming language). Earlier today, Magisk received another Hotfix update. Magisk has fixed some core files in the Magisk v25.2 Hotfix update.

https://twitter.com/topjohnwu/status/1538462334489767936?s=20&t=SjlZ_VAEjY1TxSAT1ys_Hw

The latest Hotfix update will work in smartphones running on Android, starting from Android 5 to Android 13. The upcoming Magisk v26 can be seen in the Magisk canary before making its way to the stable. John Wu added that he struggled since Project Treble came in Android 8.0. The project treble has created trouble by creating more partitions. The hotfix update of Magisk v25.2 has fixed the following bugs;

• [MagiskInit] Fix a potential issue when stub cpio is used


• [MagiskInit] Fix reboot to recovery when stub cpio is used


• [General] Better data encryption detection


• [MagiskInit] Fix sepolicy.rules symlink for rootfs devices


• [General] Move the whole logging infrastructure into Rust

Magisk introduced Zygisk in v24 as Magisk in Zygote. It is the first process that starts when a phone is booted. It will help hide root Access from applications that start after boot up. The latest version is already up in the Github repository. Here are the download links for the same;

Download Magisk v25.2 Hotfix update!

The ZIP and APK files are one & the same. You can rename the extension to whichever format that suits your purpose. By default, it will be in APK format, and you can change it to ZIP format by changing the extension.

• Magisk v25.2 Hotfix update

We have a detailed guide to downloading and installing Magisk on any rooted Android smartphone. You can check out the how-to guide on rooting your Android smartphone for non-rooted users. 

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