While the reputed brands are bragging about folding or flipping smartphones, Huawei left them behind with its latest innovation of a three-fold device Mate XT Ultimate. It hit the China market on 20th September 2024. Featuring a magnetized triple-folding design, the phone has already set a fire of interest among smartphone enthusiasts. Let’s look at the details of the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate’s specifications, pros, cons, and price.  Key Features and Specs of Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate comes with a triple-folding body design featuring the capacity to transform into three different screen sizes- large, medium, and small. The ability lets it provide the convenience of a tablet while still being compact. When unfolded, the phone spreads a spacious display with dimensions of 156.7mm by 219 mm and a very slim thickness of just 3.6 to 4.8mm. When folded, the phone becomes much smaller and easier to carry, Folded Mate XT Ultimate measures 156.7 mm by 73.5 mm by 12.8mm. The solid and durable build of the phone weighs only 298 grams.  Despite its lightweight body of only 298 grams, it still feels solid and durable. The Mate XT also supports dual SIM cards and rooms essential buttons and sensors just in place. Read more: realme GT Neo 6 SE Review: Know the Pros and Cons Display The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate features a tri-foldable LTPO OLED display that adapts to different sizes based on how the phone is folded. In its full form, the screen measures 10.2 inches, offering clear visuals with a resolution of 2232 by 3184 pixels with around 381 PPI density. When partially folded, it transforms into a 7.9-inch display sporting a 2048 by 2232 pixels resolution. When fully folded, it has a 6.4-inch cover screen featuring 1008 by 2232 pixels resolution. The screen supports 1.07 billion colors and a wide P3 color gamut, ensuring a rich and accurate color experience. With a 90Hz refresh rate, the display delivers smooth movement, while the 240Hz touch sampling rate helps the screen respond quickly to touch inputs. The screen also uses LTPO technology to adjust the refresh rate for better efficiency and 1440Hz PWM dimming to reduce flickering and make viewing easier on the eyes. Read more: Top Smartphones Launching in September 2024: iPhone 16 and More Cameras The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate stands out with its camera setup, offering a 50MP (f/1.4 to f/4.0) main camera with a variable aperture, allowing users to adjust the amount of light for better photo control.  This feature is usually found in high-end photography phones. The 12MP (f/2.2) ultrawide camera provides a 120° field of view, though it isn’t as high resolution as some competitors. The standout feature is the 12MP (f/3.4) periscope telephoto lens with 5.5x optical zoom, which is impressive for a foldable phone, giving users more flexibility for distant shots. The front-facing 8MP (f/2.2) camera might seem low in resolution, but it still compares favorably to other foldable, like the Galaxy Z Fold 6.  For video, the Mate XT can shoot a maximum of 4K footage with the rear and front sensors. The rear sensor offers features like gyro-EIS, HDR, and optical image stabilization (OIS) helping to improve video quality in various lighting conditions. Read more: Oppo Reno 12 Pro 5G Review: Midrange Phone with AI Features

Honor has been manufacturing smartphones on a wider spectrum. The brand moved away from budget and mid-range devices to full-on flagships. In this wave, the Honor 200 Pro was launched in China on 31st May 2024. It brings impressive features with a distinct camera experience to cater to photography enthusiasts. Here are more details about the Honor 200 Pro.  Key Specifications of Honor 200 Pro  Design and Build Quality  Honor is known for their incremental design changes from one iteration to the other. The 200 Pro is also no different. The device feels like a more textured and refined version of last year’s 100 Pro with subtle changes here and there.  The design inspiration for the 200 Pro comes from Gaudi’s Casa Mila and the natural coastline of the beaches. The subtle curve on the display also makes for a chic design choice. The screen-to-body ratio comes in at 90.8% even with a slight chin at the bottom. With a dimension of 163.3 mm by 75.2 mm by 8.2 mm, the 200 Pro is not a small phone by any means. However, the dual glass and plastic frame allows for a manageable 199 g weight.  Read more: Xinji Nothing 3 Review: Amoled Smartwatch for 5000 Taka There’s a large vertical oval camera housing on the back which is its distinct markup. Ports and buttons are all in their usual space with an IR blaster included this time around. There is no extendable storage or headphone jack on the 200 Pro.  The device comes in Moonlight White, Black, and Ocean Cyan variants. The international version will have an IP65 rating.  The Display The display on the 200 Pro is a 6.78-inch LTPS OLED panel with 1B colors, 120Hz refresh rate, and 4000 nits of peak brightness. The panel has a resolution of 1224 by 2700 pixels with 437 ppi density. Additional specs include a 3840 Hz risk-free dimming display, AI circadian night display, natural tone 2.0, hardware, and dynamic dimming among others.  Beyond the basics, the display also incorporates hyper-dynamic color technology along with full-chain HDR vivid codec to ensure a sharp and detailed panel. The color accuracy of the 200 Pro is also impressive with a Delta E score of about 0.27.  Read more: Smart Plugs Buyers’ Guide, Price Ranges in Bangladesh in 2024 Additional features like TUV Rheinland Flicker Free certification, Netflix, and Amazon HDR certification make the 200 Pro a perfect device for media consumption.  The Camera  The camera is the main game changer on the 200 Pro. The main sensor is a 50 MP f/1.9, 1/1.3" H9000 shooter with PDAF, OIS, and EIS. This is the same sensor found on the flagship Honor Magic 6 Pro. The second camera is a 50 MP, f/2.4 telephoto sensor with OIS and up to 2.5x zoom. Furthermore, its third camera features a 12 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ ultrawide shooter on the 200 Pro.  On the front, there’s a 50 MP, f/2.1 main shooter and a 2 MP, f/2.4 depth sensor.  Honor has been branding the 200 Pro as “The Portrait Master” and it’s easy to see why. Honor has partnered with the Paris-based Studio Harcourt to perfect their portrait shot on both the front and back camera. And the result is quite praiseworthy.  Read more: Motorola Edge 50 Pro Review: A Competent Mid-Range Smartphone There’s a clear separation between the subject and the background while maintaining the edges and details. The AI-rendered lighting allows for a perfect DSLR-like shot every time while using the portrait mode.  There are also two separate modes on the main shooter, natural and authentic. The natural mode produced pictures with amped-up colors and details while the authentic mode stayed true to the actual setting. The wide dynamic range and exposure balance on the 200 Pro have been impressive which aids in a perfect shot every time you click the shutter. The wide-angle and the telephoto lens along with the front camera were equally impressive.  The night mode also supports the two picture modes. However, the images in natural mode came out with better details and exposure.  Read more: TECNO's CAMON 30 Series wins Platinum at MUSE Design Awards The videography on the front and rear sensors of 200 Pro is rated at 4K at 30fps and 1080p at 30fps.  Processor and Performance  The processor on the 200 Pro is Qualcomm SM8635 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 based on a 4 Nm architecture. It has a chip design of 1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.8 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A520 with Adreno 735 GPU.  On paper, the 8s Gen 3 is slightly below the flagship 8 Gen 3 processor. But in day-to-day use, the difference isn’t much noticeable. The 200 Pro can handle day-to-day tasks with ease without any hiccups whatsoever.  While gaming with 200 Pro, PUBG, and Genshin Impact can run with steady frame rates of over 50 fps. The heating issue also maxed at around 40 to 43 degrees Celsius which didn’t trigger any kind of thermal throttling.  Read more: Top Home Electronics in Bangladesh for 2024: Simplify Your Life with These Smart Devices Benchmark  GeekBench 6: 1883 (single core), 4759 (multi-core)  3DMark Wild Life: 10918  Antutu 10: 1281655 DXOMark: 137 (2nd in High-End Ranking)  Software  The Honor 200 Pro is running on MagicOS 8 based on Android 14. The MagicOS comes with a full Google suite so users won’t have to worry about 3rd party solutions. The OS itself has minimal bloatware but overall, a very clean and responsive UI. Features like Magic Portal, Magic Capsule, and Air gestures truly alleviate the overall user experience of the OS.  Honor has also committed to 4 years of major OS updates and 5 years of security patches for the 200 Pro.  Battery and Charge Time There’s a 5200 mAh battery on the Honor 200 Pro. The battery supports 100W wired Honor SuperCharge and 66W of wireless charging. Moreover, it features 5W reverse charging. The device can get up to 50% in just 30 minutes through wired charging and up to 64% in 30 minutes through wireless charging.  Read more: OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G Review: Know the Pros and Cons Pros and Cons of Honor 200 Pro  Pros  - LTPS OLED panel with 120 Hz refresh rate - Coastline design - Flagship grade camera - Dual front shooter- High-end processor - IP65 water and dust resistance - Stereo speakers and IR blaster - Standard battery with wired, wireless and reverse charging - Based on Android 14 with MagicOS 8. Cons  - No headphone jack or external card slot - No Gorilla Glass protection - A bit expensive compared to the processor. Read more: Vivo Y28 4G Review: Is it a value-for-money smartphone? Price of Honor 200 Pro  The Honor 200 Pro is available in the 12/512 GB variant in the Malaysian market. The price is 2699 RM which roughly translates to 67,869 BDT (1 MYR = 25.15 BDT). Honor has plans to officially launch the device in Bangladesh, so we might see a similar price in Bangladesh as well.  Verdict  The Honor 200 Pro is a game changer offering a flagship-level camera experience at a high-mid range budget. The great camera system is coupled with a great display, impressive design, powerful processor, and long-lasting battery life.  The only gripe with the 200 Pro is its price. At over 60000, the processor should’ve been a flagship level instead of a near-flagship one.  On the whole, those who are looking for a higher mid-range phone offering a great photography experience may consider the Honor 200 Pro.  Read more: 7 Best Smartphones in Tk 35000-45000 Range in July 2024

Honor has always been a prominent name in smartphone innovation. Originally part of Huawei, it is now a separate company. With the Magic series, Honor launches their top-tier smartphones. Magic series has been steadily improving its features over the past few years. The new Honog Magic 6 Pro was released on 18th January globally. This phone is currently available in Bangladesh too. Let’s look at the specifications, pros, cons, and price of Honor Magic 6 Pro for a better understanding of its value. Key Features of Honor Magic 6 pro Design The Honor Magic 6 Pro inherits a design, that evolved from its predecessor, the Magic 5 Pro. It measures 162.5 mm by 75.8 mm by 8.9mm with a 6.8-inch display, making it a great choice for those who prefer larger screens.  Despite its size, it weighs 225g, making it lighter than the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (232g).  The phone showcases a refined "Star Wheel" camera module. This design adds a unique look and makes the phone more comfortable to hold.  Read more: itel S24 Review: A Budget-friendly Smartphone with 108 MP Camera It has a glass front. It comes with a glass or silicone polymer built panel on the rear side. Unlike flagships such as the iPhone 15 Pro Max or Galaxy S24 Ultra, the Magic 6 Pro is not built with titanium. However, 6 Pro offers durability with its IP68 water and dust resistance.  Display The Honor Magic 6 Pro features a 6.8-inch OLED display with curved edges that spill over the sides of the device, setting it apart from most flat-edged phones. It includes a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate for smooth scrolling. 6 pro features a 1280 by 2800 pixels resolution. The display uses Honor’s Circadian Night Display technology to filter blue light, improving sleep quality and has a high 4,320Hz PWM dimming cycle rate to reduce eye strain. It ensures a clear and vibrant display with a peak HDR brightness of 5,000 nits in specialized conditions and around 1,600 nits in everyday use.  Honor’s NanoCrystal Shield protects the screen, claimed to be 10 times stronger than regular glass. It offers durability against daily wear and tear. Read more: OnePlus Nord CE4 Review: A Performance-oriented Mid-range Smartphone Performances The Honor Magic 6 Pro is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3’s 4 nm chipset, ensuring fast and efficient performance. The processor is combined with GPU Adreno 750. It comes with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, allowing for smooth multitasking and ample space for apps and media.  The phone runs on Honor's Magic OS 8.0, based on Android 14, and includes unique features like Magic Capsule for quick control of music, timers, notifications, and calls. Magic Portal simplifies app switching with a single swipe. Although lacking generative AI tools, the Magic 6 Pro promises four years of Android updates and five years of security updates. This setup easily handles web browsing, messaging, gaming, and video streaming.  Read more: OPPO A60 Review: Durability within Budget Cameras The Honor Magic 6 Pro has come with a powerful camera system.  It includes a 50MP wide lens with an adjustable aperture (f/1.4-2.0), automatically switching for optimal lighting conditions. The 180MP periscope telephoto lens (f/2.6) offers 2.5x optical zoom and 5x lossless zoom. Additionally, there’s a 50MP ultra-wide lens (f/2.0) and a 50 MP front-facing camera.  The rear cameras can record 4K video at up to 60 fps, while the front camera supports a maximum of 4K video recording at 30 fps. Battery and Charger The Honor Magic 6 Pro features a 5,600mAh silicon-carbon battery, offering about a day and a half of casual use.  It supports 80W wired and 66W wireless charging, though no charger is included in the box.  Read more: How to Extend Laptop Battery Life Honor claims a full charge takes 40 minutes, which tests confirmed. Using a 100W charger, the phone reached 36% charge in 15 minutes, 70% in 30 minutes, and a full charge in 46 minutes. This is faster than charging times for iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S24 models but slightly slower than the Xiaomi 14 and OnePlus 12R. However, the lower-wattage chargers will result in slower charging. Pros and cons of Honor Magic 6 Pro Pros - 5G and NFC support- LTPO OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate- High brightness rating- Excellent performance for gaming and multitasking- Triple camera with 2.5x optical zoom- 4K video recording with gyro-EIS- Long battery life with fast wired and wireless charging- IP68 dust/water resistance - Stereo speakers- Infrared port- Latest Android 14 with MagicOS 8- Emergency SOS via satellite- Advanced selfie camera with TOF 3D and 4K video recording. Read more: Samsung Galaxy S24 Review: Striking Balance Between Flagship Features and Price  Cons - Slightly unreliable software - Slightly heavy - No audio jack - Cameras are inconsistent - No charger in the box - No micro SD card slot - Curved display - No 8K video recording Price of the Honor Magic 6 Pro in Bangladesh Honor Magic 6 Pro is available in Bangladesh for around BDT 1,15,000. However, the price may vary depending on the sellers. Read more: Symphony Innova 20 Review: An Affordable Phone with Smart Features Conclusion The Honor Magic 6 Pro is a high-end smartphone that excels in multiple areas. Its sophisticated design, highlighted by an OLED display with a higher refresh rate and durable build, is complemented by impressive performance powered by the powerful chipset, innovative software, and vast memory. The camera system features a wide lens with an adjustable aperture, a periscope telephoto lens, and an ultra-wide lens. This triple rear camera series offers versatile photography capabilities. The battery supports fast wired and wireless charging, ensuring extended use.  However, the 6 Pro lacks a micro SD card slot and audio jack.  Overall, the Honor Magic 6 Pro's robust feature set makes it a compelling choice for those seeking a high-performance flagship device. Read more: 6 Most Talked About Smartphones Releasing in June 2024

Earlier this year, Samsung introduced its flagship lineup, the S24 series on 17th January globally. The device is currently available in Bangladesh. So what makes this device so special? Let’s find out through the display, design, processor, pros and cons of the Samsung Galaxy S24 5G.  Key Specs of the Samsung Galaxy S24   Design and Build Quality  If you put last year’s S23 next to the S24, it will be hard to tell the difference. Other than being a millimeter taller and wider on the S24, there’s virtually no difference between the two. And that’s probably a good thing.  The S24 comes in at 147 mm by 70.6 mm by 7.6 mm with either 167 g or 168 g weight (depending on the processor). The front and back feature the latest Gorilla Glass Victus 2 with updated armor aluminum 2 making up the frame.  The three camera cutouts are arranged vertically with a single LED flash on the side. The S24 with all its powerhouse glory is a remarkably minimal smartphone with muted elements.  Read more: vivo iQOO 12 Review: Flagship Killer or a Flagship Itself? Ports and buttons are all as usual from the S23. Users will get a host of sim options from nano-sim and e-sim to dual e-sim or dual nano-sim depending on the region. The micro SDXC and the headphones are missing as expected.  The S24 comes in Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow, Onyx Black, and Marble Gray color options. The device also retains the IP68 water and dust resistance of its predecessor (Up to 1.5 m for 30 mins).  The Display  The display on the S24 is a 6.2-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel with 120Hz refresh rate HDR10+ support, 16 M color, and 2600 nits of peak brightness. The near end-to-end display looks every bit stunning as the spec suggests. It has a 1080 by 2340 pixels resolution at a 19.5: 9 aspect ratio. The pixel density comes in at 416 ppi. The screen-to-body ratio comes in at 90.9%. The screen quality is the same as the S23 except now it gets even brighter and the bezels are even narrower. It's no secret that Samsung is the standard when it comes to smartphone displays and the S24 rightly holds up in its compact space.  Read more: Symphony Innova 20 Review: An Affordable Phone with Smart Features The Camera  There’s a triple camera setup on the Galaxy S24. Again, it’s the same sensors from last year’s S23 with almost all the tweaks and changes made on the software end.  The main sensor is a 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm wide-angle shooter with dual PDAF and OIS. The second sensor is a 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm telephoto lens, and the last one is a 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120Ëš  ultrawide shooter. The front camera is a 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm wide-angle shooter.  The S24 with its camera performance doesn’t compare with the Ultra model. Pictures taken in daylight came out great with good exposure, color balance, and dynamic range. The ultrawide shooter also held its ground on par with the main sensor. However, things are almost the same as the S23 when it comes to nighttime photography. There are still noticeable grains even with the night mode on. The exposure was great but it still leaves much to be desired from a flagship smartphone. The front camera took great photos outdoors and indoors and the 3x portrait shots.  Read more: Meizu 20 Review: A Solid Performer in the Mid-range Segment The maximum videography capacities for rear and front cameras are 8K at 24/30fps, and 4K at 30/60 fps respectively. The video quality was flagship-worthy with its focus, smoothness, and overall stability.  Processor and Performance  The processor is where things get a bit convoluted with the S24. Unlike last year, Exynos is back on the Galaxy S24. The S24 comes with Exynos 2400 based on 4 Nm architecture for all international models.  However, the USA, Canadian, and Chinese variants come with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 also based on 4 Nm architecture.  The Exynos chip is a deca-core processor whereas the Snapdragon one is the usual octa-core one. The change is also reflected in the GPU as the Exynos chip comes with Xclipse 940 and the Snapdragon one comes with Adreno 750.  Read more: Walton Walpad 10H Pro Review: Budget-friendly Tablet with Decent Performance Here's a side-by-side comparison in terms of benchmark scores.  Benchmark/Processor Geekbench 6 Antutu 10  3D Mark  Exynos 2400 2196 (single core) 6964 (multi-core)  1777263 13930 Snapdragon 8 Gen 3  2193 (single core)  7304 (multi-core)  2087940 16526 In terms of performance benchmark, it is clear that the 8 Gen 3 holds a slightly upper hand over the Exynos processor.  In the test, the Snapdragon processor performed as it should. The gaming experience was top-notch notch with Warzone supporting max settings. We were able to get a constant 60 fps until the device started heating. After an hour or so, the fps stabilized between 45 to 50. The results were similar to PUBG, Genshin Impact, and Asphalt 9.  Read more: realme C65 5G Review: Is This Budget-friendly Phone Worth Buying? Day-to-day use was also a breeze with the S24. Everything felt quick and snappy with no lags whatsoever.  Software  The software is also where Samsung has hit it out of the park. The company is offering up to 7 years of security and major software updates for the entire S24 series. The S24 itself comes with One UI 6.1 based on Android 14. It’s clean and near bloatware-free which is miles better than what Samsung’s OS used to be.  Battery and Charge Time  The battery on the S24 is 4000 mAh. For a compact phone, the battery sacrifice was expected.  The device supports up to 25W wired fast charging that can take the device from 0 to 50% in 30 minutes.  The S24 also supports 15W wireless and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.  Read more: Motorola Moto G24 Power Review: A Competent Smartphone within BDT 13000 Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy S24  Pros:  - Compact size - Strong build quality - Excellent Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel - Great Camera performance with telephoto and ultrawide lens - IP68 water and dust resistance - Host of AI features - Up to 7 years of OS and security update- Wireless and reverse charging facilities. Cons:  - No headphone jack or micro SDXC slot - No satellite SOS - UFS 3.1 storage on 128 GB variant.  Read more: Haylou RS5 Review: A Budget-friendly Smartwatch with Health Monitoring Features Price of Samsung Galaxy S24 5G The 8/128 GB variant of Galaxy S24 is currently available in Bangladesh for around BDT 72000. And, the 8/256 GB variant costs around BDT 80000. However, the price may vary depending on the sellers. Verdict  The Galaxy S24 can be best described as an incremental update over last year’s S23. There are some minor tweaks which makes it even more polished, even more refined. The display, camera, and performance are its strongest suit as ever.  A better charging speed and the option for a global Snapdragon would’ve made things perfect for the S24. There are other compact smartphones like the Pixel 8. But the Samsung Galaxy S24 5G is simply a better all-around deal in the flagship market.  Read more: vivo V30 Lite Review: Know the Pros and Cons

The Chinese smartphone brand Meizu has been known for manufacturing powerful phones at a comparatively lower price point. Their latest innovation is Meizu 21. This flagship killer was released in China on 30 November 2023. Does the phone live up to the mark? Let’s look at the features, pros, cons, and price of Meizu 21 in Bangladesh. Key Features and Specs of Meizu 21 Design The Meizu 21 smartphone features a 156.7 mm by 75.3 mm by 7.9 mm middle frame crafted from new aviation-grade aluminum. Its assembly utilizes advanced CNC machining, akin to techniques used in aviation, ensuring high precision. This design makes the device resistant to falls and pressure, enhancing durability. With a slim profile of 7.9mm and weighing 198g, the Meizu 21 comes in four attractive colors: Unbounded Black, Meizu White, Ruiyi Cyan, and Smart Purple. The rear camera module adopts a borderless narrow-edge lens design with a black-coated lens ring. In contrast, the camera lens surface showcases a fine nano-etching process, creating a distinctive CD pattern. Read more: Motorola Moto G54 Review: Can It Hold the Legacy? The Meizu 21 introduces the "Aicy Smart Ring" to elevate user interaction with its multi-scenario interactive ring light system. Additionally, its "Unbounded Antenna System 2.0" enhances signal performance by 30% compared to its predecessor, supported by mSmart Net technology for comprehensive network optimization. The screen’s bezel has been reduced to 1.74mm which is certainly praiseworthy. Display The Meizu 21 bears a 6.55-inch FHD+ Samsung OLED Display with a resolution of 2340 by 1080 pixels. This display offers vivid colors and sharp details, providing an immersive viewing experience. With a refresh rate of 120Hz, interactions with the device are smooth and responsive. The display's brightness reaches up to 1800 nits, ensuring clear visibility even in bright sunlight, and it employs 1920Hz PWM technology for enhanced brightness control. The screen-to-body ratio is approximately 89.3%, offering a large viewing area. The symmetrical bezels are incredibly slim, measuring just 1.74mm. Read more: Honor X7b Review: Budget-friendly Phone with Powerful Battery Performance and Hardware The Meizu 21 is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 4nm chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU with a unique architecture of Cortex-X4, Cortex-A720, Cortex-A520, and Cortex-A720 cores, delivering high-performance capabilities. The chipset is fabricated using a 4nm process. Its Adreno 750 GPU enhances graphic rendering for smooth gaming and multimedia experiences. Meizu 21 runs on Android 13 with the Flyme 10.5 interface. The device sports 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS4.0 flash memory, offering ample storage and efficient multitasking. Performance tests reveal improved CPU and GPU performance compared to its predecessor, with enhanced gaming capabilities and lower power consumption. The device features a large heat dissipation area, maintaining stable performance during heavy gaming sessions.  Camera The Meizu 21 features a triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 200MP (f/1.7) primary lens, accompanied by a 13MP (f/2.4) ultra-wide lens and a 5MP (f/2.4) wide-angle lens. The main camera supports features like Ring-LED flash, panorama, and HDR, with video recording capabilities of up to 8K resolution with gyro-EIS.  Read more: vivo iQOO 12 Review: Flagship Killer or a Flagship Itself? It has a 32 MP (f/2.4) selfie camera with HDR support on the front side, offering various filters and effects. The camera software supports dynamic range and manages colors and contrast effectively. The device's native camera app provides several modes and filters, allowing users to make the most of the secondary lenses for improved photography. While low-light performance is commendable with reduced noise, night mode enhances color vibrancy.  The rear camera can shoot 8K footage at maximum with gyro-EIS. However, the quality of videos is comparatively lower than the other competitors in its price ranges. Read more: realme GT5 Review: A gaming phone with high capability Battery and Charger The Meizu 21 is powered by a built-in 4800 mAh battery. It supports rapid 80W fast charging, allowing a full charge in just 40 minutes, as per Meizu's claims. This device incorporates Meizu Ice World cooling technology and OneMind 10.5, along with a large heat dissipation stack area of ​​37345mm², ensuring a balanced performance and battery life. With NFC and infrared remote control support, it's versatile in connectivity. The Meizu 21 runs on Flyme 10.5, featuring Aicy AI and Flyme AR. Users can enjoy up to 5+ hours of screen time on a single-round charge, along with approximately three hours of gameplay and additional hours of content streaming.  With 80W wired charging, convenience meets efficiency in powering up the Meizu 21. However, modern features like reverse and wireless charging could make it a better deal. Read more: Infinix Note 40 Pro Review: A Mid-Range Phone with 108P sensor, MagSafe Charging The Price of Meizu 21 in Bangladesh Meizu 21 phone’s 12/256GB ROM version is currently available in Bangladesh at around BDT 62,000. However, the price may vary depending on the sellers. Pros and Cons of Meizu 21 Pros - Impressive Display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1800 nit brightness- Powerful Snapdragon chipset for high-performance capabilities- Versatile and dynamic camera system- Large battery with fast charging- Elegant design with slim bezels and four attractive color options- Advanced features, including Flyme 10.5 OS- Ultrasonic Finger Reader and Dual Stereo Speakers. Read more: Samsung Galaxy A35 Review: Does It Offer Value for Money? Cons - Average camera software- Outdated Android interface- No support for reverse or wireless charging- Uses an older version of the Type-C port- Lacks a microSD card slot- Lacks the audio jack- No gorilla glass protection. Conclusion The Meizu 21 offers users a good experience with its impressive performance, stunning display, and long-lasting battery life. However, it's essential to acknowledge its shortcomings, such as the lack of gorilla glass protection on display, lack of wireless and reverse charging support, average camera software, outdated Android interface, etc.  Despite these drawbacks, the Meizu 21 remains a standout choice for those seeking a blend of sophistication and functionality. People who need a reliable phone for gaming and heavy tasks can go for Meizu 21. Read more: 7 Best Smartphones Being Released in May 2024

The smartphone market brings diverse types of devices to cater to the needs of people seeking diverse price levels. The most advanced smartphones that belong to the top tier are called the “flagship phones”.  But not everyone can afford these high-end phones. Like other segments, flagship phones have a particular fan base around the world. Now the question arises, is it necessary to buy flagship phones while breaking the bank? Let’s take a look at the advantages and drawbacks of flagship smartphones. What is a Flagship Phone? The word “flagship” represents a conventional term in the technology industry. A product becomes a flagship item when it comes packed with updates, features, and technologies incomparable to other items of the same product line. For presenting the highest-end features, a flagship device usually tags itself with the highest price, too.  Most of the popular smartphone manufacturing brands have a flagship phone series; for instance, ‘The Mi series by Xiaomi, the iPhone series by Apple, the Galaxy S series by Samsung, etc. These flagship phones boast some exclusive features that are unavailable in the mid-range or budget phones. Read more: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: The Flagship Benchmark for 2024 Pros of a Flagship Phone As flagship phones come with the highest price range, they, therefore, come with the most convenient features and powerful abilities. When you are set for a flagship phone, usually you can expect it to offer a few privileges over other general phone models. Like: Cutting-edge hardware  First and foremost, a flagship smartphone is designed to appear as the latest and most updated product of a company. From robust processors to ingenious camera systems, flagship smartphones aim to convince even the most doubtful tech enthusiasts of having the best product from the manufacturing company. User experience Of course, a flagship is not all about the unparalleled hardware. A flagship phone is also about getting the best possible user experience. These phones are faster, more responsive, and easier to use. Manufacturers implement the latest UI and newest version of the operating system to give the smoothest and most efficient interactivity. Read more: ZTE Nubia Z60 Ultra Review: A Heavy-Duty Flagship Gaming Device

Every year, Samsung starts with its flagship lineup for the year which becomes the standard for all flagships to follow. This year, Samsung followed the legacy by announcing the S24 series on 17th January 2024. The S24 Ultra, the latest and greatest in the lineup, is an incremental update over last year’s S23 Ultra. But there’s so much more to it than meets the eye. Let's take a look at the features, pros, cons, and price of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. Key Specifications of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra   Design and Build Quality: Refined to Perfection  Samsung has always been true to the “Don’t fix it if it isn’t broken” ideology. From the back, the S24 Ultra looks identical to the outgoing S23 Ultra. However, the front side has been revamped in favor of a completely flat screen instead of the curve. And this year, it’s all titanium on the frame with seven different colorways to choose from.  The device comes in at 162.3 mm by 79 mm by 8.6 mm, a smidgeon smaller and slimmer than last year’s flagship. The front glass has been bumped up to Gorilla Glass Armor with the back featuring the standard Victus. The Ultra is also a tad bit lighter at 232 g thanks to the aluminum build. That’s about it when it comes to design changes.  Read more: iQoo 12 Pro Review: Flagship phone for gamers The quad camera, stylus, sim slot, and the Type C port are all where they used to be from last year. The IP68 water resistance is also there as is standard on most flagships these days. The flat screen is, however, the biggest change and it might prove to be the game changer for the S24 Ultra as it is generally preferred over a curved one.  The Display: Samsung’s Supremacy Bumped Up to New Heights  If there’s one thing Samsung flagships have consistently done right, it has to be the display. The S24 Ultra takes that a notch up even with its minor updates.  The flat 6.8-inch screen is what Samsung is calling their Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X. The flat screen has a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and upgraded 2600 nits of peak brightness. The panel holds a 1440 by 3120 pixels resolution with an uncommon 19.5:9 ratio and 505 ppi density. Being flat on all sides, the screen-to-body ratio comes in at 88.5%.  Read more: vivo X100 Pro Review: A New Standard for Camera This year Samsung has added an extra layer of anti glaring coating on the Gorilla Glass Armor. The result is a bright, crisp, and sharp display that is just pure joy to navigate.  The Camera: A Utilitarian Approach  The quad camera on the S24 Ultra features a 200 MP f/1.7 24 mm wide angle main shooter. The sensor is complemented by a 10 MP f/2.4 67 mm telephoto and 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120-degree ultra-wide camera. The periscope lens has been updated to a 50 MP, f/3.4, 111mm lens from a 10 MP one. The new periscope sensor can shoot up to 5x instead of 10x on the last generation.  The cameras are stacked with features like multi-directional PDAF, Laser AF, OIS, and many other technical prowess. The result is a camera that can churn out 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, and 1080p@960fps all the while maintaining HDR10+ quality.  Read more: Google Pixel 8 Pro Review: Is this the best Android phone of 2023? On the front side, S24 Ultra sports a 12MP (f/2.2) selfie shooter. It can capture a maximum of 4k videos at 30 and 60fps. It’s difficult to pinpoint what exactly changed in terms of picture quality. The typical Samsung processing is on full show with sharpened images and great dynamic range. The night mode or Nightography as Samsung calls it, uses AI to identify different subjects within an image and direct exposure accordingly.  Samsung has also partnered with Instagram and Snapchat for a direct feed upload for lossless image sharing on their platforms. Simply put, Samsung slightly upped the bar for an already great camera system.  Read more: realme GT5 Review: A gaming phone with high capability Processor and Performance: A New Level of AI Integration  The S24 Ultra is running the latest Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor based on the 4 Nm architecture. This is the first time a Snapdragon processor has beaten the current Apple flagship silicone for mobiles. On top of that, the S24 Ultra is using a customized version of the chipset for an even greater performance boost.  On paper, the 8 Gen 3 features 1x3.39GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.2GHz Cortex-A52 chips with Adreno 750 GPU.  S24 Ultra runs on One UI 6.1 on top of Android 14. Read more: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Review: An Incremental Update Nearing Perfection There’s a new heat-dissipating tech on the Ultra which does an excellent job at keeping the phone cool, even under heavy duress. Games like PUBG, Genshin Impact, and Asphalt 9 ran smoothly without any frame drops whatsoever.  But what’s interesting about Ultra is the incorporation of Galaxy AI. The S24 Ultra heavily incorporates AI for photo editing, note-taking, translation, and even quick image search using the S pen.  The smartphone is now able to transcribe recordings, make summaries, and optimize photos even before the shutter is clicked. There’s so much to grasp here that Samsung has its twinkling assistant to guide users wherever they can use AI on the phone.  Read more: Asus ROG Phone 8 Review: 2024’s First Flagship Gaming Device Battery and Charge Time: A Two-Day Battery Capacity  The battery on the S24 Ultra is a 5000 mAh one with 45W wired fast charging and 15W wireless Qi charging. The wired brick can take the smartphone up to 65% in 30 minutes. There’s also 4.5W reverse wireless charging similar to the S23 Ultra.  In terms of use, the S24 Ultra will comfortably last a day and a half.   Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Pros:  - Gorgeous flat-screen - Updated build quality - Utility-focused camera updates - Great battery - A new bar in performance - Galaxy AI.  Read more: ZTE Nubia Z60 Ultra Review: A Heavy-Duty Flagship Gaming Device Cons:  - Minute incremental update over the S23 Ultra- It is a bit pricey. Price of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra  The S24 Ultra comes in at 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB, and 12 GB/ 1 TB configuration. The official price of the variants are 1,29,999 INR, 1,39,999 INR, and 1,59,999 INR. The price roughly translates to about 1,71,806 BDT, 1,85,022 BDT, and 2,11,454 BDT respectively (1 INR =1.32 BDT).  Verdict: The Best Money Can Buy The S24 Ultra is a glaring testament to the best of what Android can offer. With its slightly updated design, build quality, camera, and processor, the S24 Ultra feels like a minor update over the previous gen. However, the high level of AI integration combined with the flat screen makes the S24 Ultra unique in its way. At over 1300 USD, the S24 Ultra isn’t for everyone, certainly not for those who already own an S23 Ultra. But there’s no doubt that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra will be the flagship standard for 2024.  Read more: OPPO Find X7 Ultra: A deep dive into this photo-phone