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Tesla faces another US investigation: unexpected braking
U.S. auto safety regulators have launched another investigation of Tesla, this time tied to complaints that its cars can stop on roads for no apparent reason.
The government says it has 354 complaints from owners during the past nine months about “phantom braking” in Tesla Models 3 and Y. The probe covers an estimated 416,000 vehicles from the 2021 and 2022 model years.
No crashes or injuries were reported.
The vehicles are equipped with partially automated driver-assist features such as adaptive cruise control and “Autopilot,” which allows them to automatically brake and steer within their lanes.
Documents posted Thursday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say the vehicles can unexpectedly brake at highway speeds.
“Complainants report that the rapid deceleration can occur without warning, and often repeatedly during a single drive cycle,” the agency says.
Many owners in the complaints say they feared a rear-end crash on a freeway.
The probe is another in a string of enforcement efforts by the agency that include Autopilot and “Full Self-Driving” software. Despite their names, neither feature can drive the vehicles without people supervising.
It’s the fourth formal investigation of Texas automaker in the past three years, and NHTSA is supervising 15 Tesla recalls since January of 2021. In addition, the agency has sent investigators to at least 33 crashes involving Teslas using driver-assist systems since 2016 in which 11 people were killed.
In one of the complaints, a Tesla owner from Austin, Texas, reported that a Model Y on Autopilot brakes repeatedly for no reason on two-lane roads and freeways.
“The phantom braking varies from a minor throttle response to decrease speed to full emergency braking that drastically reduces the speed at a rapid pace, resulting in unsafe driving conditions for occupants of my vehicle as well as those who might be following behind me,” the owner wrote in a complaint filed Feb. 2. People who file complaints are not identified in NHTSA’s public database.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been fighting with U.S. and California government agencies for years, sparring with NHTSA and most notably with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Early Thursday, lawyers for Musk sent a letter to a federal judge in Manhattan accusing the SEC of harassing him with investigations and subpoenas over his Twitter posts. In 2018, Musk and Tesla each agreed to pay $20 million in civil fines over Musk’s tweets about having the money to take the company private at $420 per share. The funding was far from secured and the company remains public. The settlement specified governance changes, including Musk’s ouster as board chairman, as well approval of Musk’s tweets.
The letter from attorney Alex Spiro accuses the SEC of trying to “muzzle” Musk, largely because he’s an outspoken government critic. “The SEC’s outsized efforts seem calculated to chill his exercise of First Amendment rights rather than to enforce generally applicable laws in an even-handed fashion,” the letter states.
Shapiro questions why the SEC hasn’t distributed the $40 million in fines to Tesla shareholders more than three years after the settlement.
A message was left Thursday seeking comment from the SEC.
Just last week, NHTSA made Tesla recall nearly 579,000 vehicles in the U.S. because a “Boombox” function can play sounds over an external speaker and obscure audible warnings for pedestrians of an approaching vehicle. Tesla CEO Elon Musk, when asked on Twitter why the company agreed to the recall, responded: “The fun police made us do it (sigh).”
Michael Brooks, acting executive director of the nonprofit Center for Auto Safety, said it’s encouraging to see NHTSA’s enforcement actions “after years of turning the other way,” with Tesla. But he said the company keeps releasing software onto U.S. roads that isn’t tested to make sure it’s safe. “A piecemeal investigative approach to each problem that raises its head does not address the larger issue in Tesla’s safety culture — the company’s continued willingness to beta test its technology on the American public while misrepresenting the capabilities of its vehicles,” Brooks wrote in an email Thursday.
The Washington Post reported about a surge in phantom braking complaints from Tesla owners on Feb. 2.
Other recent recalls by Tesla were for “Full Self-Driving” equipped vehicles that were programmed to run stop signs at slow speeds, heating systems that don’t clear windshields quickly enough, seat belt chimes that don’t sound to warn drivers who aren’t buckled up, and to fix a feature that allows movies to play on touch screens while cars are being driven. Those issues were to be fixed with online software updates.
In August, NHTSA announced a probe of Teslas on Autopilot failing to stop for emergency vehicles parked on roadways. That investigation covers a dozen crashes that killed one person and injured 17 others.
Thursday’s investigation comes after Tesla recalled nearly 12,000 vehicles back in October for a similar phantom braking problem. The company sent out an online software update to fix a glitch with its more sophisticated “Full Self-Driving” software.
Tesla did a software update in late September that was intended to improve detection of emergency vehicle lights in low-light conditions.
Selected Tesla drivers have been beta testing the “Full Self-Driving” software on public roads. NHTSA also has asked the company for information about the testing, including a Tesla requirement that testers not disclose information.
Vivo V23e 5G Review: Is it a good mid-range camera phone?
The Vivo V23e 5G is part of the next flagship V series from Vivo. The phone was launched on 1st December 2021 in China with a rolling release date in other countries. The V23e is a light model of the flagship V23. With an AMOLED display, octa-core processor, and triple camera setup, the phone has much to offer for people looking for a premium experience at a budget price. Here’s an in-depth take on the Vivo V23e 5G.
key Specifications of Vivo V23e 5G
Design and Build Quality
The Vivo V23e 5G retains much of the design elements from its bigger brother. However, the materials have been swapped to cut the cost. The V23e still features a glass front and back with a stainless-steel frame.
This year, Vivo went with a more boxy design like the iPhone 13 series. It allowed the phone to be pretty slim at 7.4 mm. The phone feels very good in the hand thanks to the rectangular design and even weight distribution.
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The volume rocker and the power button are situated on the left of the device with the sim tray on the right. The phone supports a dual hybrid sim meaning one of the slots can be swapped out for a micro-SD card.
The main speaker along with the Type-C port is situated at the bottom. The top features just the secondary mic for noise cancellation. However, one of the gripes with the device is at the front. The bezel on the screen is somewhat on the thicker side by 2022 standard. But that is just another cost-cut corner of this device. Overall, the device looks and feels premium compared to other devices at this price range.
The Display
The V23e has a 6.44-inch AMOLED panel with FHD+ resolution. But that’s about it when it comes to the features. There isn’t any 90 Hz or HDR 10+ support like the V23. The display has a 409 ppi which gives the contents a crisp and sharp look.
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There aren’t any aberrant color shifts like other entry-level AMOLED panels. The viewing angles are also great with no noticeable distortion. The phone comes with a warmer display tone out of the box. But that can be easily changed from the display settings.
The Camera
Now onto probably the best thing about the V23e, the camera. The phone has a triple camera setup with a 50 MP f/1.8 26 mm wide-angle main sensor. The large shooter is complemented by an 8 MP ultrawide shooter and a 2 MP macro lens.
The macro lens seemed pretty gimmicky as the results were far off from other macro sensors on high-end devices. The main sensor and the ultrawide shooter took decent images in testing.
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The colors and the dynamic range in outdoor and brightly lit conditions were amazing. There weren’t any visible grains or noise in the pictures. The sensor can also shoot an accurate portrait effect when the subject has a well-defined outline.
The only noticeable weakness of the main sensor is in artificial light and dimly lit environments. The night mode does a great job of capturing details but often overexposes the subject or the background in the process. Sometimes the color looks washed out. But those are just rare instances. For the most part, the camera performed well in both lighting conditions.
The phone can shoot 4K and 1080P at 30 fps. The videos look detailed and stabilized thanks to the gyro-EIS.
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There is a 44 MP f/2.0 front camera. Vivo has always been big on the selfie trend. The V23e also follows suit in that regard. Overall, the camera system on the V23e is more than capable in its price range.
Processor and Performance
The series from Vivo has always been slated as a cost-effective flagship experience of their V line. While the V23 has the flagship Dimensity 920 5G chipset, the V23e settles with Dimensity 810 5G from MediaTek.
But that is not necessarily a bad thing. The Dimensity 810 chipset is also built on the 6 Nm architecture which makes it incredibly capable and efficient. The Octa-core processor runs 2 2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 and 6 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 chips under the hood. The chipset is complemented by the Mali-G68 MC4 GPU.
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Speaking of performance, the V23e will give any phone a run for its money in this price segment. The phone easily breezes through daily tasks like browsing the web or social media. The phone can also handle graphic intensive games like PUBG, Asphalt 9, and Free fire pretty well. While gaming, significant throttlings or frame drops do not occur, but the phone does get a bit heated after an extended period of gaming. There would be no severe rapid battery drain issue for the processor-intensive task. The chip is very well capable of handling and managing tasks without compromising on performance.
Talking about compromises, the new users of Vivo might feel a bit out of the water with the Funtouch 12 OS based on Android 12. The UI design is reminiscent of iOS which can be a great thing or a bad thing depending on preference. However, the OS seamlessly integrates with the hardware to provide a smooth experience.
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Battery and Charge Time
The Vivo V23e has a 4050 mAh battery. Now it might feel a bit low for a 6.44-inch screen device. But the efficient processor easily justifies the choice. The phone churns out 6-7 hours of SoT with moderate usage which is more than enough. And even if the user runs out of juice, the 44W included fast-charging brick is there to top up right away. The company advertises up to 69% charge from zero in just 30 minutes.
Price of Vivo V23e 5G in Bangladesh
The Vivo V23e 5G variant is not officially available in Bangladesh yet. In India the price is around Rs. 29,490 which is equivalent to BDT 33813.23 (1RS= 1.15 BDT). The official price of vivo V23e may vary in Bangladesh due to diverse issues like tax, company policy, etc.
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Verdict
The Vivo V23e gets most of the fundamentals with certain lacking in the design department. The phone provides an excellent camera system with amazing performance and battery. However, for the price, Vivo could have included a higher refresh rate panel. That being said, the V23e can still be a great choice for the camera phone enthusiast out there.
Vivo V23 5G: Outcome of 2 years' research and development
The new vivo smartphone V23 5G was recently released globally and in the Bangladesh market.
After two years of cross-industry and cross-discipline research, the colour-changing surface material was developed for V23 5G.
One of the highlights of the smartphone is its 50MP AF Portrait Selfie. The front camera has the Eye Autofocus feature.
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On the rear, the phone has a 64MP GW1 Super-Sensing Camera, an 8MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP macro camera.
V23 5G comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM along with 4GB Extended RAM 2.0 where the memory usage efficiency is increased by the equivalent of 4GB extra RAM, giving an experience equivalent of 16GB RAM.
The phone has a 44W Flash Charge and is equipped with a 4,200mAh battery. Its processor is MediaTek Dimensity 920.
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Vivo V23 5G has a 7.39mm slim body and is encased in a one-piece Metal Flat Frame. It comes in two colour variants, Sunshine Gold and Stardust Black, and will cost Tk39,990.
Samsung brings Galaxy A03 core with Android 11 (Go edition)
Samsung recently brought Galaxy A03 core to the Bangladesh market.
The smartphone features Android 11 (Go edition) to provide a high-quality smartphone experience, a 5000mAh battery, powerful processor, and other innovative features at a good value.
Galaxy A03 core focuses on Android 11, allowing the handset to run smoother and launch apps 20 percent faster.
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Smartphone users can now easily switch between apps without getting slow phone performance.
The latest addition to the "Awesome" series comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD Infinity-V Display.
Also, the phone is equipped with an 8MP primary camera for photography enthusiasts and a 5MP front camera for instant high-quality selfies.
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Md Muyeedur Rahman, head of business at Samsung Mobile, said: "The latest addition to the A-series family is equally as good with outstanding attributes that are well-suited for first-time smartphone users, millennials, and adults."
Samsung Galaxy A03 core is available in the market at Tk9,699. Customers will also get a free T-shirt.
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Mobile imaging: Oppo announces strategic partnership with Hasselblad
Global technology brand Oppo announced a three-year partnership with Swedish camera manufacturer Hasselblad to co-develop industry-leading camera technologies for its flagship Find series.
The brands will focus on breakthroughs in colour science to create an improved mobile photography experience on Hasselblad Camera for Mobile.
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Since the integration of Oppo and OnePlus, research and development resources between the brands have been combined to maximise efficiency and improve user experience.
"Following the success of OnePlus and Hasselblad's collaboration in the past year, we are very pleased to see the partnership enter a new stage of development, giving more users around the world a chance to enjoy the legendary Hasselblad mobile imaging experience," says Pete Lau, chief product officer of Oppo.
"Camera colour performance has always been a focus for Oppo and a part of Hasselblad's DNA. We are very excited to be able to explore the future of Hasselblad Camera for Mobile together."
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Building top-tier imaging systems capable of delivering a world-class mobile photography experience is a key strategy of Oppo.
Following the launch of its first self-developed imaging NPU MariSilicon X, Oppo is further committed to creating a world-class photography experience.
Oppo and Hasselblad will now work together to further develop advanced imaging solutions through research and development collaboration to provide users with more natural colours and a more refined imaging experience.
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Starting with the software improvements for natural colour tuning, the three-year partnership will further enhance the colour calibration solution and target to establish the new benchmark for smartphone camera colour performance, delivering a consistent natural colour performance for Oppo mobile phones to cover all scenarios and across the entire camera system.
The result of this collaboration will be first introduced in the next generation of Oppo's flagship Find X series in the first quarter of 2022.
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Top 10 Free Table Tennis Ping Pong Games for Android
Ping pong is a popular table sport, and hence one of the most played. And all you need is a particular table, some paddles or table tennis rackets and some balls. Table tennis is another term for ping pong game. This enables you to play with a minimum of two people. However, it can also be played on mobile devices, which is why we have compiled this collection for you. Here is a list of the greatest ping pong games for Android in order to help you find the one that entertains you the most. All are accessible for free on the Google Play Store.
10 Best Free Table Tennis Ping Pong Games
Pongfinity
Pongfinity was released in 2019 by the Linnama Entertainment. The game has a 20.61MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 4.6.
Pongfinity is an unusual game in various ways, but particularly in one: it is infinite, as its name indicates. This game shines for its simplicity and strong dynamics, in which you must touch to go from one side to the other and slide to strike and return the ball to your opponent.
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This table tennis game is also available on Android. It features locations and situations in which you must play and includes themes such as volcanoes, rainforest, and many more, which keeps it from being repetitive at any point and ensures that you are never bored by anything in the universe.
Tennis Clash
Tennis Clash was released in 2019 by the Wildlife Studios. The game has a 121MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 4.4.
Tennis Clash is another offline table tennis game. This is an excellent replacement for Table Tennis 3D. Additionally, the gameplay and control choices are the same.
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You may choose the nation to represent in the game. There will be gamers from all around the world and various nations available to play with. You must beat all other players in order to reach the top. This game has adequate visuals and works without latency.
I’m Ping Pong King
I’m Ping Pong King was released in 2018 by the Orangenose Studio. The game has a 55.76MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 4.4.
Among the top table tennis games, this one is the most enjoyable and straightforward to play. The game has basic stick motions, plain colors, and standard visuals, but it's more difficult than it seems. The controls are likewise straightforward, consisting just of a left and right button on the screen.
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To be proclaimed Ping Pong King, you must overcome several characters and complete the task. This is an offline game that can be played at any time and from any location.
Australian Open Tennis
Australian Open Tennis was released in 2018 by the Tennis Australia. The game has a 40MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 4.4.
This game has two distinct game modes: Classic Mode and Adventure Mode. In these modes, you may play tennis or ping pong with a different theme and visuals. The game is easy to manage; just swipe right or left according to the direction of the ball. The game will get more difficult with time as the game's pace grows.
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Tennis World Open
Tennis World Open was released in 2019 by the Inlogic Sports. The game has a 59.23MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 4.3.
Apart from the traditional racket and ball table tennis, there are a variety of alternative table tennis games. One of them is Tennis World Open. The subject of the game is somewhat different from that of the others, but the objective remains the same. By striking the ball on his side, you must collect points and remove your opponent.
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Virtual Table Tennis 3D
Virtual Table Tennis 3D was released in 2011 by the Clapfoot Inc. The game has a 4.78MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 4.0.
To conclude our roundup of the top ping pong or table tennis games for Android, we provide you with Virtual Table Tennis, another title that you are certain to like, both for its aesthetics and for the style of play.
Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of this game is that it can be played in multiplayer mode with other players through the Internet or Bluetooth. Additionally, it is perhaps the most realistic game on our list, owing to its 3D visuals and rather a high degree of detail.
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World Table Tennis Champs
World Table Tennis Champs is released in 2018 by the Nextwave Multimedia. The game has a 107MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 3.9.
World Table Tennis Champs is another ping pong game with some decent 3D visuals, pictures, and animations. And it is that this title offers a variety of game types in which you must fight several opponents, each more tough and talented than the last, forcing you to develop from the first game until you master the methods and become unbeatable.
Enhance your senses, response time, and reflexes as you unlock new 3D venues and situations. Ascend the leaderboards in order to claim the title of uncontested champion.
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Virtual Table Tennis
Virtual Table Tennis was released in 2014 by the SenseDevil Games. The game has a 69.14MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 3.9.
Virtual Table Tennis is quite similar to the previous game, as are the controls. The only difference is in the visuals. This seems to be a genuine table tennis game, and it plays much more smoothly than the last one. You may play Single matches and choose the degree of difficulty. Here you may train, play arcade games, or compete in tournaments against other gamers.
Unlike the previous software, it includes a multiplayer feature for internet play. Users may also use Bluetooth to connect their gadgets and play with their buddies. Additionally, it enables play via Google Play and with worldwide online gamers. You may choose from a variety of bats. It may be unlocked via tournaments and rewards or purchased from the game shop.
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Table Tennis 3D
Table Tennis 3D was released in 2013 by Giraffe Games Limited. The game has a 32.32MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 3.8.
Offline play in this game is available in three modes: League, Tournament, and Arcade. In this game, users must choose a nation to represent. With these many modes, you may engage in friendly matches, fight for world cups, or work your way to the top. Additionally, you may train in several difficulty settings to enhance your skill. The controls are straightforward; you just maintain your finger on the racket and slide it across the screen to aim the ball.
Ping Pong Champion
Ping Pong Champion was released in 2015 by the Giraffe Games Limited. The game has a 45.08MB download size. It has a Playstore rating of 3.6.
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Ping Pong Champion is a table tennis game similar to Ping Pong, but with unique visuals, characters, and game styles. There is a career mode, mini-games, international competitions, and over 50 levels to explore. It enables you to customize the players according to your preferences and to upgrade their capabilities.
On the left side, there will be a meter that you may utilize to time your shot optimally. Additionally, you may play multiplayer online and ask your friends to form a team through Facebook. It has several degrees of difficulty and corresponding reward money. Be the champion of table tennis by defeating your friends and other teams.
Conclusion
Ping pong games for Android provide you the opportunity to enjoy the joy of table tennis on the go. The games also help you develop your table tennis abilities as you go through the levels. The games featured above are popular and enjoyable. Consider them and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience.
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iPhone 2022: Which country to buy the cheapest and best iPhones?
Out of the many countries that manufacture iPhones, a few stand out as being particularly quality producers. iPhone manufacturers from China, Taiwan, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia have been manufacturing these devices for a long time and have achieved a level of expertise unmatched by most other companies. However, among these countries, China has been manufacturing good-quality iPhones. Let’s see more detail about the best iphone manufacturers and where to buy iPhones at a cheap cost.
Which countries manufacture iPhones?
Most of the iPhone manufacturers are from East and Southeast Asia. It is because these counties have huge manpower and the labor force is the cheapest. China, Thailand, Taiwan, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia are the main countries that participate in iPhone production.
However, a significant portion of iPhones are assembled in China. Around 80% of the iPhone 5s are assembled in China as they have some significant advantages over US factories.
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In fact, many people consider any phone assembled or made in China to be the best-designed and well-made phone option available on the market. That said, good iPhones can come from just about anywhere in the world but China is Apple’s favorite.
However, the iPhone is designed in California, but they buy components from numerous suppliers from 43 countries located in six different continents. Upon the collection, the parts are then sent to the factories to assemble. After that, completed iPhones are shipped to a different warehouse across the world and then distributed to retailers.
Apple used to have almost all the factories out of the USA. But they have moved some factories in the USA as the overseas labor cost increases. Nonetheless, the company still sources the components from international suppliers.
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By looking at the structure and build of the iPhone, you know that the iPhone has hundreds of components. And each of those components is outsourced. For example, iPhone’s glass screen and camera come from Japan, batteries are built in China, and accelerometers are sourced from Germany. For your information, the accelerometer tracks the phone’s movement and activates geographical orientation.
How to choose the best iPhone in 2022?
It may be a little hard to believe, but the iPhone as we know it today has already been around for more than 15 years. The first model was released in 2007 with only 8 gigabytes of storage and no apps store. Now we have different models of iPhone with different specifications. Here are the things worth considering before buying a new iPhone:
Price
The upfront cost is only one factor to consider when comparing prices between different models and brands of iPhones on the market today. Now the iPhone has an overall 13 series with different configurations and prices. So, decide your budget before you look for other factors. The most recent release iPhone 13 Pro Max starts from $1099 while the cheapest one is iPhone SE which starts from $399.
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Size
Like before smartphones became big, there was some belief that the larger screens were destined to become the norm. As it turns out, that’s most definitely not the case. For many people, even a smartphone is large enough to be uncomfortable to hold and use one-handed. That’s why iPhone comes in multiple sizes for all sizes of hands. Starting from 4” you have options to choose up to 6.7” iPhone.
Storage
Your iPhone is your gateway to information and entertainment. It’s also usually your primary communications device. The storage on a smartphone can be the difference between getting the next great job or being out of work for months or years due to lost productivity. Depending on the model, the iPhone comes with 32GB to 1TB storage. Just make sure that whatever model you choose has enough storage space to hold all of your important content, including pictures, videos, etc.
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Screen
If you have the budget, you should choose an iPhone that offers high-definition screen resolution, because images and videos look better on a large, high-resolution screen. Higher resolution means more details in the image and greater clarity in the video. The lowest resolution you will get on iPhone SE is the 1136-by-640-pixel resolution at 326 ppi. On the other hand, the maximum resolution is the 2778-by-1284-pixel resolution at 458 ppi for iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Face ID
Right now, facial recognition is an option that’s available on all the iPhones that came out after 2017. It significantly reduces the amount of time you have to unlock your phone, and it’s incredibly secure. The feature is designed to recognize you even if you wear sunglasses, a hat, or a beard.
Camera
If you like taking photos and videos with your smartphone, then consider a camera that allows for built-in photo and video editing capabilities, also comes with a high-end camera. Although, all the iPhones have a good quality camera. For the best outcome, you can choose the latest iPhones.
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Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality is expected to become a major facet of smartphones over the next few years. This means that there’s potential for apps and games built on this technology will be something you will come to rely on regularly. So, it’s worth investing in an iPhone that supports augmented reality.
Where to find the cheapest and the most expensive iPhone in 2022?
The price for an iPhone depends on the location as it is related to taxation. Although the US has a bit of a complicated taxation system, you will find the cheapest iPhone in the USA. Moreover, the USA is the home of the iPhone, so it is obvious that you will find the cheapest iPhone here. On the other hand, the iPhone is the most expensive in Brazil and India due to its high duty fees.
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Comparison of iPhones Price in different countries
As we have mentioned earlier the price depends on the taxes and duties. So, it has been seen that the iPhone in the USA will save 39% more than buying in India. After the USA, Japan’s iPhone price is the least expensive. Hence, if you buy an iPhone in Japan you can save around 37%.
Let’s see the price comparison for the iPhone 13 series.
Country
United States
Canada
Australia
UAE
India
iPhone 13 Mini (128GB)
US$ 699
CAD$ 949/ US$ 743
A$ 1199/ US$ 850
AED 2999/ US$ 816
Rs 69,900/ US$ 924
iPhone 13 (128GB)
US$799
CAD$1099 / US$ 860
A$1349/ US$ 957
AED 3399/ US$ 925
Rs 79,900/ US$ 1057
iPhone 13 Pro (128GB)
US$ 999
CAD$1399/ US$ 1095
A$1699/ US$ 1205
AED 4199/ US$ 1143
Rs 1,19,900/ US$ 1586
iPhone 13 Pro Max (128GB)
US$ 1099
CAD$1549/ US$ 1212
A$1849/ US$ 1312
AED 4699/ US$ 1280
Rs 1,29,900/ US$ 1718
Conclusions
So far we have discussed the iPhone producing countries. From this analysis you can choose the cheapest iphone or best iphones in 2022. Not only did the iPhone bring revolution to smartphones, but also to the way we interact with our devices. Before iPhones, phones used physical buttons and had no touch screens. In fact, even the term "smartphone" didn't exist until Apple released their first iPhone. Now you have so many iPhone models to choose from. So, choose your one wisely.
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Redmi Note 11 Review: Another budget performer from Xiaomi
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 is the successor to their hugely popular phone from last year, the Redmi Note 10. The phone was launched on 9th February 2022 in China with a scheduled global release. With a strong camera, display and performance, the Redmi Note 11 brings value for money unlike any other. Let’s take a deep dive into the details.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Key Features
Design and Build Quality
The Redmi Note 11 brings some high-end features for a fraction of the price. Naturally, it brings some cut corners to the device. And the most prominent one is in the build quality.
The Redmi Note 11 is an all-around polycarbonate phone with a plastic frame. This might feel like a letdown considering the phone easily bends with the slightest pressure. Other than that, the design of the Note 11 is fairly standard. Xiaomi has opted for a Gorilla Glass 3 for the front display protection. It is definitely a step up rather than not having any certification at all.
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The device features the power button and the volume rocker on the right side. The sim tray is the sole cut out on the left side. It has a slot for two sim cards along with a micro-SD card.
The top of the phone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack which is increasingly becoming rare in 2022. There is an IR blaster as well as a secondary mic on the top along with a stereo speaker. The charging port and the main speaker are situated on the bottom as usual.
Overall, the design and build quality leave much to be desired but the aggressive pricing should also be kept in mind.
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The Display
Moving onto the display, the Note 11 features a 6.43-inch FHD+ 90 Hz AMOLED panel. The panel is everything you’d expect from an AMOLED screen. The 90 Hz refresh brings a smoother touch compared to the previous generation.
The display is a show stealer here as it far exceeds the expectation at this price point. The details and sharpness are on point here. There is a usual warm hue to the display like other Xiaomi devices. But it can be easily customized in the display settings.
There aren’t any color shifts in the device and the viewing angles are also great. The display has an average brightness of 700 nits, a solid upgrade from last year’s 450 nits. The peak brightness of the display can reach up to 1000 nits which are perfect for outdoor viewing. Overall, it’s the display to beat at this price range.
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The Camera
Xiaomi has always been big on cameras regardless of the budget. The Note 11 features a quad camera setup just like its predecessor. But this time, Xiaomi brought in a 50 MP f/1.8 wide-angle sensor. The main lens is complemented by an 8MP ultrawide lens and 2 MP macro and depth sensors. The macro and the depth sensors are only good on paper as it virtually doesn’t produce any mentionable result.
Camera samples from the main and the wide-angle shooter came out better than expected. The main sensor does an excellent job of capturing details in daylight conditions. It captures a decent amount of dynamic range and reproduces colors accordingly. However, the sensors struggle a bit with artificial lighting as there are some noticeable noises in the image. The front camera is a standard 13 MP shooter which gets the job done without a hiccup. Other than that, these are amazing sensors capable of taking quality shots. However, the video capabilities are limited to 1080P at 30 fps.
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Processor and Performance
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 has a Snapdragon 680 4G chipset built on the 6 Nm architecture. The processor sits in between the flagship and the entry-level chipsets from Snapdragon. At its core, there is an octa-core 4 2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold and 4 1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver chips. It’s a different design from the usual cortex chips but the processor delivers in performance.
Being a 6 Nm processor, the chipset is power efficient. It is coupled with Adreno 610 GPU for better graphics performance.
The performance is clearly visible as the device breezes through daily tasks with ease. The processor also does an excellent job of handling graphic-intensive games. Titles like Asphalt 9, PUBG, and COD run smoothly without any thermal throttling or stutters. This phone can be a great buy for people looking for a moderate gaming device on a budget.
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The OS here is the same MIUI 13 based on Android 11. MIUI can be a bit difficult for people jumping onto Xiaomi phones for the first time. It is more of an acquired taste that is developed over time. However, previous Xiaomi users will feel right at home as it’s the same UI found even on the higher-end models as well.
Battery and Charge Time
Xiaomi phones have long been noted for their incredible battery life. The Note 11 also follows suit in this regard. The phone has a 5000 mAh battery which provides around 5 to 6 hours of SoT. The phone also has a 33W fast charging which goes from 0 to 100% in just 1 hour. There isn’t any wireless charging on this device and given the price point, it's not surprising at all.
Price of Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 in Bangladesh
The phone is available in either 4/64 GB or 6/128 GB configuration. The phone isn’t officially available in Bangladesh yet. The international price of the basic variant is about $179 which is equivalent to BDT 15390.28. The conversion rate of $1 is BDT 85.98. However, the expected price at launch can vary depending on tax issues and company policy.
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Verdict
Over the years, the Redmi line of phones from Xiaomi have earned the honor of “Premium mid-range” devices. Like most other Xiaomi devices, the Redmi Note 11 hits all the right notes for its budget. The phone has a great camera and a decent processor with great battery life. However, the build quality might feel a bit cheap but that is as far as complaints go with this device. This phone is an excellent buy for people looking for premium performance at a mid-range budget.
Infinix becomes title sponsor of Valentine's Day drama 'Party is On'
Smartphone brand Infinix co-partnered with G-Series to become the title sponsor of a romantic drama that was released this Valentine's Day Monday.
Tanjin Tisha, brand ambassador of Infinix, is the lead actor of the drama "Party is On." She has paired up with Tawsif Mahbub.
The drama is directed by Osman Miraz and was released on YouTube in the evening.
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Also, Infinix announced a campaign for its fans on Facebook. Anyone can participate in the campaign to win the budget gaming smartphone Infinix Hot 11s.
Hot 11S is one of the very first smartphones with a MediaTek Helio G88 Dual-Chip gaming processor, 6.78" FHD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate and 50MP ultra night camera.
The phone is available at Tk14,990 for the 4GB RAM variant and Tk15,990 for the 6GB RAM.
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realme launches Snapdragon 680-powered phone ‘realme 9i’
Smartphone brand realme launched their upgraded smartphone ‘realme 9i’ equipped with the latest Snapdragon 680 processor.
The launching event was held virtually on Monday.
The new model will be available in two variants. One with 6GB RAM (expandable up to 11GB) and 128GB ROM, at Tk 19,490 and the other with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM available at Tk 17,490. There are two color options for realme 9i - Prism Blue and Prism Black. To know more about this phone, click here https://www.realme.com/bd/realme-9i.
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Realme claims currently no other phone in this price segment with this latest processor is available in the market. It promises uninterrupted smartphone performance as this new chipset consumes 62% less power and affords 46% more performance than the 12 nm processor.
Users can charge their phone from 0-100% in just 70 minutes and equipped with a 5000mAh battery, realme 9i supports 48.4 hours phone calls.
It comes with a 50MP Nightscape Camera to take ultra-clear photos.
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There are also Dual Stereo Speakers that will provide high-quality sound experience for music lovers.
Facilitated with 90Hz refresh rate and FHD+ display, realme 9i supports five levels of refresh rate for seamless experience and power-saving performance.
realme 9i offers a spectacular look as it flaunts stereo prism design with 8-layer optical coating. The texture mold has more than 3000 prism-like line combinations.
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