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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.
iPhone 14 launch: Game-changing emergency services via satellite
When regular service is unavailable, you will be able to connect to emergency services through satellite with the latest iPhone 14 model.
To connect to satellite, and to maintain that connection, iPhone14 will provide directions on where to position it.
More from iPhone 14 launch event
With a redesigned main camera that captures 49% more light and new Photonic Engine technology, Apple’s iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus address a major weakness in smartphone cameras: low-light shooting.
Apple said that the Photonic Engine technology works on all the new phones' cameras, including its new selfie camera and ultrawide rear camera. The main wide-angle camera has a larger f1.5 aperture so that its lens can let in more light, CNET reports.
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At its fall product launch event on Wednesday, Apple introduced the new camera technology, marking a significant occasion on the yearly technology calendar. The iPhone is a major company in and of itself, but it also serves as the cornerstone of a massive digital ecosystem that is deeply ingrained in the lives of millions of people. This ecosystem includes services like iCloud and Apple Arcade as well as peripherals like AirPods and Apple Watches.
One of the most obvious differences from smartphone models from one year to the next is the camera, especially since that designers have adopted bigger, protruding lenses as a defining feature. Customers may not notice a speedier processor, but they may notice the introduction of additional camera modules, such as the telephoto and ultrawide options now ubiquitous on high-end phones.
Highlights of iPhone 14
● New 12 MP main camera with larger sensor and pixels
● Faster f1.5 aperture, Sensor-shift OIS
● 49% improvement in low light capture
● Autofocus front camera
● New action mode for video
● US models no longer have SIM tray
● Crash detection
● Emergency SOS via Satellite (free for two years, launches in November in US and Canada).
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Android 14 to feature satellite connectivity support
Wouldn’t it be great if you could call without a network using your Android phone? It might sound like a sci-fi movie, but the truth is we are going to get this feature on the Android 14 operating system. Motorola invented the first satellite phone in 1989. However, satellite phones were not available to the general public. Now it seems anyone can use it in the coming years. Let’s get to know more about Android 14 and its satellite connectivity.
Android 14 to feature satellite connectivity support
Google’s new operating system, Android 13, was unveiled at the end of July. Google released information about the beta version of Android 14 before Android 13 became a month old. As a surprise, this new version of Android will have satellite connectivity, claimed Google Ecosystem Senior Vice President Hiroshi Lockheimer.
According to his tweet, the next version of Android will have satellite connectivity. Google will help partners with this. It is expected that the beta version will be launched in 2023. He also said that the handsets would be linked directly to satellites to further improve the smartphone user experience around the world, which will be quite different from the current cellular connectivity.
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However, Hiroshi Lockheimer did not give any details about this. But, it is expected that the old Android phones will also be able to get this feature by updating the operating system.
Other than this feature of the ‘next-generation Android 14 operating system, no other possible features have been revealed yet.
On the other hand, Elon Musk’s SpaceX partnered with T-Mobile to develop satellite connectivity.
What are the features to expect from satellite connectivity?
Many people think that satellite connectivity means very high-speed internet. But it is not the actual feature. One of the advantages of satellite phones is that even in remote, uninhabited areas where there is no cellular network, the user can communicate through SMS and calling. In the initial phase, only calls, SMS, and MMS will be available on satellite connectivity.
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According to Lockheimer, satellite connectivity will provide many times better service than what can be experienced with standard LTE and 5G connections. This feature will start a new chapter in the communication system.
SpaceX & T-Mobile to introduce satellite features for phones in the USA
While we’re on the subject, the buzz in the tech world is that SpaceX and T-Mobile are teaming up to bring satellite connectivity to phones in the US. The telecom operator has already confirmed that it plans to use thousands of Starlink satellites to provide wireless connectivity to mobile users in remote areas of the country. Under this service, customers will be able to use the beta version of satellite internet on T-Mobile by June 2023. In addition to that, voice and data services are also expected to be offered later.
Elon Musk also said on Twitter that the Starlink V2 service will be launched in 2023 with a plan to “eliminate the global dead zone.” He even invited other companies to work with Starlink.
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Will iPhone 14 have satellite features?
On the other hand, the tech giant Apple is preparing to announce the iPhone 14 series on 7th September. There has been speculation that the satellite connectivity feature may be added as a ‘wild card’ feature in the lineup.
As Bloomberg pointed out in a 2021 report, the tech giant has already completed hardware testing for satellite communication in the iPhone 14 series. This feature will allow users to connect to mobile networks to send messages in emergency situations in remote areas. Users will even be able to use the iPhone to report their situation in areas without cellular coverage.
However, Apple device analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is not yet sure if the feature will be made available in the iPhone 14 lineup at all. Because of this, Apple will have to tie up with a satellite operator, and no such deal has been reported yet. But if the feature is included, the satellite connectivity of the iPhone 14 series will only provide essential text message and voice services.
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Will satellite connectivity be available worldwide?
The answer is a bit tricky. Companies such as Google and Apple will need to take permission/license from the particular countries they are intended to offer services, as satellite connectivity may raise security concerns. To recall, SpaceX previously returned pre-booked money to the Indian customers as they did not have a license from the Indian Department of Telecommunications.
As the world is becoming more technology-driven, the countries may lessen the regulations regarding satellite usage. Hence, satellite connectivity might be available worldwide in the coming years.
Final words
The use of Satellite phone technology in Android 14 can improve the future of communication because it doesn’t need the conventional mobile network. Furthermore, it is more reliable, and easier to use than traditional methods. With the right technology in place, people can easily stay connected no matter where they are in the world. However, in terms of pricing, satellite connectivity might be expensive initially.
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Samsung launches month-long smartphone campaign for September
Samsung has launched a month-long smartphone campaign for September.
Customers can enjoy up to Tk20,000 cashback on the purchase of Samsung smartphones from different series and price segments. They can also get gifts like backpacks and t-shirts.
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Samsung is also offering a data bundle offer (up to 26 GB on selected operators and devices) to its customers.
"For many years in Bangladesh, we have been catering to the smart needs of millions of customers of different segments. This time, we have something for everybody, and that too with a window of 30 days," Md Muyeedur Rahman, head of Mobile, at Samsung said in a statement.
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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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International Roaming: How to use a Bangladeshi SIM card abroad
International Roaming is possible with unlimited data plans from each of the main SIM providers in Bangladesh. If you want to go abroad, and your mobile data plan does not include an international feature, you will be required to pay a fee for each megabyte of data that you use when traveling outside of the country. International roaming can save you at such a time. Let's find how to use a Bangladesh SIM card abroad.
What is International Roaming?
You are considered to be "in-network" with your mobile phone provider if you are in a region that is serviced by that provider. As soon as you leave this region, you are considered to be "roaming" in the wild. Even if you are technically off-network in the United States, you will still be able to get voice and data service since the majority of domestic carriers have roaming agreements with foreign networks.
When you utilize the service provided by your mobile phone carrier in a country that is not your own, this is referred to as "international roaming." International add-ons are available for purchase from all of the major carriers, including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. These add-ons enable users to continue receiving phone calls, text messages, and data when they are traveling outside of the country.
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If you are traveling inside North America, meaning that you will be in either Canada or Mexico, and you have an unlimited plan with one of these carriers, then it is quite probable that your service will be protected when crossing international borders.
Why Do You Need International Roaming?
While traveling in another country, mobile users who subscribe to a service known as international roaming may continue to use their cell phone or another device to make and receive calls and text messages, as well as to browse the internet and send and receive emails.
The mobile user is able to continue using their home operator's phone number and data services when roaming in another nation since roaming expands the coverage of the retail voice and SMS services provided by the mobile user's home operator.
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An agreement for wholesale roaming between a mobile user's home operator and the network of a visited mobile operator enables the expansion of coverage in a seamless manner at the visited location. The roaming agreement covers both the technical and the business aspects of the service that are necessary to make it available.
Different Types of Roaming Service
The following are the types of foreign roaming services that are most common:
Voice: Making and receiving calls to or from one's home nation, the country being visited, or a third country while traveling outside of that country.
SMS: While traveling in another nation, sending and receiving text messages to or from one's own country, the country being visited, or a third country
Email: Checking and responding to emails when traveling outside the country.
Broadband mobile devices: Making use of mobile devices or dongles in order to access the internet while traveling, especially for the purpose of downloading photos, MP3s, movies, and software.
Applications: Utilizing smartphone apps when traveling outside of one's own country that depends on mobile data, such as translation tools and location-based services.
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When traveling outside of their home country, mobile phone users have access to a greater variety of communication services than at home, including international mobile roaming. Other services include those provided by hotels, Wi-Fi connectivity, national and worldwide SIM cards, mobile devices that can accommodate multiple SIM cards, and local prepaid SIM cards.
How Does International Roaming Work?
When a mobile user is in a foreign country and switches on their mobile device, the mobile device will attempt to connect with the mobile network of the country that they are visiting. The connection from the user's mobile device is picked up by the visiting network, which checks to see whether the device is already registered with its system and then tries to locate the user's primary network.
If the home network and one of the mobile networks in the country being visited have a roaming agreement, then the call will be routed by the visited network towards an international transit network.
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The delivery of the call to the network interface is the responsibility of the carrier that operates the international transit network. After this has been completed, the call will be connected by the network at the destination.
Additionally, the visiting network will ask the user's home network for service information about the user, such as whether or not the mobile phone being used is authorized for international usage and whether or not the phone being used has been reported lost or stolen.
If the phone is allowed to be used, the network that is being visited will make a temporary subscriber record for the device, and the subscriber record of the user's home network will be updated to reflect the new location of the device. This will allow the home network to properly route any calls that are made to the phone.
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How to use a Bangladeshi SIM while Staying Abroad
The activation of the roaming service will take place as soon as the International Roaming form provided by a legit SIM operator company gets filled up by the consumer. All of the other conditions should be fulfilled.
Consumers have to switch on their mobile devices when they are traveling on another network that supports their existing IR services so that they may take use of this service. If the mobile device is set up to choose the network on its own (a process known as automated network selection), then it will be able to connect to the desired network.
In any other case, you will need to manually pick the network using the handset's network selection, after which you will need to search for accessible networks and select the desired network. Users must have a credit card to register for International Roaming services.
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Conclusion
The ability to make and receive phone calls, send and get text messages and emails, and surf the internet when traveling to another country is made possible by the international roaming service. Because of an agreement between the network operator of the country in which one is now located and the network provider of one's home country, international roaming is now a possibility. In order to further define the technical and contractual parameters that must be met in order to execute the agreement, the GSM association was formed.
In the above discussion, we have focused on the basics of international roaming and how to use a Bangladeshi SIM abroad. Hope it helps.
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