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Buydig currently has an exciting deal on the beautiful 65-inch OLED TV Sony Bravia A80J (Image: Sony)

Deal: The gorgeous 65-inch Sony Bravia XR A80J 4K OLED TV is now on sale for 30% off

With perfect blacks, accurate colors and fast response times, the 65-inch Sony Bravia A80J is undoubtedly one of the best 4K HDR TVs on the market. At a heavily discounted sales price of just US$1,399, this is a great deal for anyone who is still in the hunt for a large new OLED TV.
Enrico Frahn, 03 Feb 2022 23:40
The KnowU non-invasive glucose monitor relies on limited-time radio frequency exposure to take measurements. (Image source: Know Labs - edited)

US$200 gift card for KnowU Bio-RFID non-invasive glucose monitoring device study participants as internal clinical trial enrolment opens

Know Labs has issued a press release to announce IRB approval for internal clinical trials for its KnowU Bio-RFID non-invasive blood sugar monitor. The company is now looking for eligible participants to test a prototype version of the glucose monitor so that its efficacy can be compared with continuous glucose monitors and painful fingerstick methods.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2022 23:04
Intel claims to be better than its main competitor AMD when it comes to CPU-related vulnerabilities (Image: SeekingAlpha)

Intel claims that AMD processors had almost twice as many security vulnerabilities as Intel CPUs in 2021

In its official 2021 product security report, Intel claims that its main competitor AMD has reported a significantly higher number of CPU vulnerabilities in 2021. The statistics on GPU-related security issues, however, are telling an entirely different story.
Enrico Frahn, 03 Feb 2022 23:02
Nokia might start launching new phones soon. (Source: Roland Quandt via Twitter)

Rumor | A Nokia G20 successor is on the way with a significant re-design and a potential SoC downgrade

The reliable leaker Roland Quandt has come across renders for what is claimed as the Nokia G21, and, thus, one of the HMD Global brand's 2022 crop of smartphones. Should this be the case, it seems the new device is dropping the signature G-series ring-cam in favor of a much more conventional hump, and that's not even the extent of the putative changes with this potential budget phone.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Feb 2022 22:19
Ryzen 7000 processors with Zen 4 cores will debut later this year. (Image source: AMD)

AMD confirms Ryzen 7000 processors with Zen 4 cores and Radeon RX 7000 GPUs based on its RDNA 3 architecture will arrive later this year

Dr Lisa Su, AMD's CEO, has informed investors that the Ryzen 7000 and Radeon RX 7000 series will be ready this year, both major product launches. While Ryzen 7000 processors will arrive with Zen 4 cores, AMD will base Radeon RX 7000 GPUs on its new RDNA 3 architecture.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 21:44
IKEA serving 3D-printed vegan meatballs at job interviews in its 'Taste the Future' recruitment campaign

IKEA serving 3D-printed vegan meatballs at job interviews in its 'Taste the Future' recruitment campaign

IKEA's new "Taste the Future" recruitment campaign shoots two birds with one stone by offering job candidates a plate of 3D-printed IKEA vegan meatballs to break the ice. IKEA is going plant-based for at least half of its main meals by 2025 and is also searching for tech and innovation talent to fill a number of open positions.
Daniel Zlatev, 03 Feb 2022 21:28
Tesla issues its largest ever vehicle recall over seatbelt safety

Tesla issues its largest ever vehicle recall over seatbelt safety

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has filed a recall request with Tesla for an issue affecting the seatbelt fastening chime. The warning sound fails to engage when the driver exits the vehicle when it's on and then returns, so Tesla will have to issue an OTA fix for the affected Model 3, Y, S, and X vehicles.
Daniel Zlatev, 03 Feb 2022 20:52
More than 50% of the 2021 gaming revenue was brought in by mobile games. (Image source: PUBG Studios)

Mobile gaming proves to be a gold mine as it racked in more money in 2021 than PC and console gaming combined

According to a report published by Newzoo, mobile gaming racked in a revenue of US$93.2 billion (€81.5 billion) in 2021. The revenue figure represents 52% of the total gaming revenue for last year. Consoles and PCs, on the other hand, brought in US$50.4 billion (€44.07 billion) and US$36.7 billion (€32.07 billion) respectively.
Fawad Murtaza, 03 Feb 2022 20:23
Nintendo Switch 2 fan-made concept render created by DZ Migo.

Nintendo Switch 2 may come in 2024 as sales momentum remains strong for current Switch console

Sales reports concerning the Nintendo Switch console have sparked speculation about a potential successor. This console, which is gaining traction dubbed as the Switch 2 but has also been labeled the Switch Pro and Super Nintendo Switch in the past, could hit shelves in 2024. Sales momentum for the current Switch console has remained impressively strong.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2022 20:17
The Moto G Stylus (2022) is available in two colours, both for US$299.99. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G Stylus: 2022 edition launched with a 90 Hz display and a questionable chipset change

Motorola has unveiled a new Moto G Stylus, aptly called the Moto G Stylus (2022). While the smartphone features a few upgrades, it also includes a slower SoC, albeit one with a faster GPU than last year's Moto G Stylus has. The Moto G Stylus (2022) is available in two colours, costs US$299.99 and ships with Android 11.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 19:15
The Redmi K50 line might launch soon. (Source: Xiaomi)

Rumor | Three Redmi K50-series smartphones are approved for an imminent launch

Xiaomi has allegedly certified three new devices, tipped as members of the upcoming Redmi K50 series by the prominent leaker Digital Chat Station. Neither of these smartphones might be a flagship variant, but may still manage to offer a selection of powerful and interesting chipsets from both MediaTek and Qualcomm.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Feb 2022 19:14
A handful of the many new features in the iOS 15.4 Developer Beta (Image Source: Apple/Edited)

4 iOS 15.4 features to get excited for

Feeling like iPhone updates have been a bit of a snooze-fest lately? You are not alone. The good news is iOS 15.4 introduces a plethora of amazingly useful and highly requested features ahead of Apple’s next major iteration. Let’s explore 4 features from iOS 15.4 that you will be incredibly excited to try once it releases.
Brahm Shank, 03 Feb 2022 18:54
Vivo's next flagship(?). (Source: EqualLeaks x AppleConceptsPro)

New renders hint at the Vivo NEX 5's potential to be the most uniquely-designed Android flagship of 2022 on its launch

The upcoming NEX 5 from Vivo is rumored to launch with an extra-large 7-inch display in 2022. Now, according to the latest renders for this phone, the OEM will combine this spec with the round camera hump that has all but disappeared from the premium Android smartphone at this point. In so doing, they purport to debunk prior images linked to the device.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Feb 2022 18:18
The Galaxy S21 FE is available for US$599.99 on Amazon. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is down to US$599.99 a month after its launch

The Galaxy S21 FE may only be a month old, but the handset can already be purchased at up to a 14% discount. Currently, Samsung's most recent flagship smartphone starts at US$599.99 with 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and a Snapdragon 888 SoC.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 17:34
The Xiaomi soundbar 3.1ch contains six speakers. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch launches for €279 with a wireless subwoofer and 430 W of output power

Xiaomi has launched the Soundbar 3.1ch, a soundbar that comes with a wireless subwoofer. The Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch costs €279 and delivers up to 430 W of output power across its seven speakers.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 17:28
The JingPad A1 has an 11-inch AMOLED display with a 2,368 x 1,728-pixel native resolution. (Image source Jingling)

Jingling reduces the JingPad A1 tablet by 45% following bootloader unlock and Android ROM source code publication

The JingPad A1 is available for a hefty discount, with the tablet starting at US$384.45 for a short time. Jingling has also published Android ROM source code for the 11-inch tablet and now allows people to unlock the JingPad A1's bootloader. Ongoing support for JingOS could be scaled back though, as Jingling looks to downsize operations.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 17:25
The Galaxy S23 series, as imagined by Ice Universe. (Image source: Ice Universe)

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra could launch with a quad-curved display

Reportedly, Samsung may tweak the design of its Ultra smartphone next year with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. According to Ice Universe, Samsung Display could mass-produce quad-curved displays, which are yet to take off properly. The switch to quad-curved displays would give the Galaxy S23 Ultra a different look compared to the Galaxy S22 Ultra, which relies on a dual-curved solution.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 17:20
The Galaxy A53 5G will closely resemble the Galaxy A52 5G. (Source: TechnikNews)

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G: Leak details Samsung's Exynos 1200-powered midranger in its entirety

A new leak has now provided the most thorough look yet at Samsung's upcoming mid-range phone, the Galaxy A53 5G, with a host of renders, specs, and even pricing information. The Galaxy A53 5G is tipped to play host to Samsung's Exynos 1200 SoC.
Ricci Rox, 03 Feb 2022 16:41
Apple could be forced to allow third-party app stores on its devices (image via Apple)

Apple petitions US Government to scrap law that would let users sideload third-party apps

The US Government has drafted a bill that would force Apple to open up its devices to third-party app repositories. Apple has petitioned the Senate judiciary committee to reconsider it, citing privacy and security concerns.
Anil Ganti, 03 Feb 2022 16:27
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti card was revealed at CES 2022. (Image source: Nvidia - edited)

Scandalous GeForce RTX 3090 Ti price tag hinted at as the graphics card is allegedly delayed "indefinitely"

A couple of troubling rumors have been shared about Nvidia’s flagship GeForce RTX 3090 Ti graphics card. The Ampere board still hasn’t been properly launched yet and now it appears that its release has been delayed “indefinitely”. On top of that, an astronomical price tag for the RTX 3090 Ti from a Vietnamese retailer is supposedly right on the money.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2022 16:25
The Bitcoin network is unlikely to be hit by a surprise quantum attack.

Scientists estimate that quantum computers may become powerful enough to crack the Bitcoin encryption in a decade

Mark Webber and a group of scientists from the University of Sussex calculated that it would take a quantum processor with 1.9 billion qubits to effectively crack the Bitcoin encryption, and this is most likely not going to happen in the next 10 years, giving Bitcoin core developers enough time to make the code quantum-resistant.
Bogdan Solca, 03 Feb 2022 15:29
The Intel NUC 11 Essential series starts at US$299 with a Celeron N4505 processor. (Image source: Intel)

Intel NUC 11 Essential mini-PCs are now orderable from US$299 with Celeron N4505, Celeron N5105 or Pentium Silver N6005 processors

Intel's Atlas Canyon mini-PCs are finally orderable, having been unveiled last month as the NUC 11 Essential series. NUC 11 Essential mini-PCs start at US$299 with the Celeron N4505, but they are also available with Celeron N5105 or Pentium Silver N6005 processors.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 14:27
Most modern Raspberry Pi SBCs support Raspberry Pi OS 64-bit. (Image source: Raspberry Pi Foundation)

Raspberry Pi Foundation brings Raspberry Pi OS 64-bit to the Raspberry Pi Zero 2, Raspberry Pi 3 and Raspberry Pi 4

64-bit versions of Raspberry Pi OS have arrived, allowing the Raspberry Pi 4 to utilise more than 4 GB of RAM natively. Raspberry Pi OS 64-bit is available to download now and is compatible with all Raspberry Pi SBCs that contain 64-bit processors, including the Raspberry Pi Zero 2.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 14:23
The Mi 11 Ultra leads the pack. (Source: Pocket-Lint)

Xiaomi announces MIUI 13 first batch rollout plans for India starting with 10 devices

Xiaomi has now officially launched MIUI 13 for the Indian smartphone market. The company confirms that it will start sending out the OTA over the course of this quarter, starting with an exclusive list of ten devices.
Ricci Rox, 03 Feb 2022 13:23
The Redmi Smart Band Pro will launch outside China on February 9. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Smart Band Pro to launch alongside the Redmi Note 11S next week in India

Xiaomi has confirmed the impending arrival of the Redmi Smart Band Pro in India. Already available in China, the Redmi Smart Band Pro will launch in India during the Redmi Note 11S' event on February 9. The Redmi Smart Band Pro could cost as little as INR 2,999 (~US$40) initially, too.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 13:17
Visually, little will separate the next iPhone SE from the current model. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone SE 5G: Third-generation iPhone SE shown on in alleged hands-on photos

Jon Prosser purports to have received hands-on photos of the next iPhone SE, currently referred to as the iPhone SE 5G or iPhone SE 3. Unsurprisingly, the third-generation model resembles the iPhone SE that Apple released in 2020. The iPhone SE 5G is expected to arrive this spring alongside new iPads and Macs.
Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 12:34
Intrepid developer successfully boots Windows 11 on the Microsoft Surface Duo

Intrepid developer successfully boots Windows 11 on the Microsoft Surface Duo

Windows veteran Gustave Monce has managed to sideload a (somewhat) working version of Windows 11 onto the Microsoft Surface Duo. The build is quite unstable but works to a certain degree. He plans to sideload Windows 10X onto the foldable smartphone soon.
Anil Ganti, 03 Feb 2022 11:52
The Google Pixel 6 series. (Source: Techidroid)

Google announces superlative Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro sales performance

Google has now provided information on the sales performance of the Pixel 6 series. While the company doesn't give actual numbers, by all indications, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro duo has sold considerably well.
Ricci Rox, 03 Feb 2022 09:07
Acer TravelMate P4 in review: Business endurance runner with Thunderbolt 4

Acer TravelMate P4: Compact 14-inch laptop supports Power Delivery

The TravelMate P4 scores points with long battery life, relatively low emissions, and a Thunderbolt 4 slot. Windows 10 Pro serves as the operating system. A plus: Acer grants the laptop a three-year warranty.
Sascha Mölck, 03 Feb 2022 03:48
Honor 50 Lite review: Entry-level smartphone with thick 64 MP camera

77% Honor 50 Lite review: Entry-level smartphone with thick 64 MP camera

Future-proof? With the 50 Lite, Honor offers a lower mid-range smartphone that operates in a highly competitive market. It aims to impress with 66-watt fast charging and a 64 MP quad-camera setup, but it also reveals a couple of weaknesses in the test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662, Adreno 610, 6.67", 192 g
Daniel Schmidt, 03 Feb 2022 03:27
The 4TB Corsair MP600 Pro LPX SSD carries a hefty price tag of US$785 (Image: Corsair)

4TB for US$785: Corsair launches new PS5-compatible MP600 Pro LPX SSD

The price of Corsair's ultra-fast MP600 Pro LPX SSD with 4TB of capacity is higher than the MSRP of an entire PlayStation 5 gaming console.
Enrico Frahn, 02 Feb 2022 23:43
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus is down to $599 USD with Type Cover keyboard, Core i3 CPU, 8 GB RAM, and 128 GB SSD (Source: Walmart)

Deal | Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus is down to $599 USD with Type Cover keyboard, Core i3 CPU, 8 GB RAM, and 128 GB SSD

If you want the latest Microsoft tablet with Type Cover keyboard without paying close to a grand, then this latest sale may be worth a look. Retailers may be getting ready for the inevitable Surface Pro upgrade with Intel Alder Lake.
Allen Ngo, 02 Feb 2022 23:30
OxygenOS lives another day(?). (Source: OnePlus)

Rumor | The OnePlus 10 Pro's global units will definitely stay on OxygenOS 12 at launch

OnePlus' recent absorption by OPPO has raised the possibility that the brand's upcoming flagship, the 10 Pro, will arrive on the international market with a new OS rather than the brand's signature OxygenOS. Others have claimed that its replacement will not make the major global launch event involved. The latest word from a rising star in leak terms indicates that this is indeed the case.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Feb 2022 23:25
Amazon has started its first deal on the unlocked Sony Xperia Pro flagship smartphone (Image: Sony)

Deal: Sony's sinfully expensive Xperia Pro smartphone with HDMI input is now discounted on Amazon for the first time ever

Even though the price is still steep, professionals who would like to take advantage of the unique features of Sony's Xperia Pro can now get a great deal on the unlocked smartphone and portable high speed transmission device at Amazon.
Enrico Frahn, 02 Feb 2022 22:34
The Watch Free is coming to India. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO will launch the Watch Free and more along with the Reno7 series in India

OPPO has announced that it will introduce the Watch Free, one of its latest fitness trackers, to the Indian market soon. It will debut when the Reno7 series does in early February 2022. They will be joined by the Enco M32 wireless earbuds in a new color.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Feb 2022 22:29
Motorola's global 2022 flagship might stay the same. (Source: 91Mobiles)

New renders for Motorola's "Edge 30 Pro" dispute an earlier leak alleging changes in its design for the global market

The latest rumors suggest that Motorola's new, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered flagship smartphone will change not only its name (currently the Moto Edge X30) but its looks for its debut outside China. According to the latest leak, this is partially untrue, and it will launch with the same rear panel everywhere. Then again, it calls the possibility of its Special Edition going international into question.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Feb 2022 22:02
Testing the Fujitsu Lifebook A3510: An affordable office laptop with a maintenance cover

Fujitsu Lifebook A3510: With Power Delivery, maintenance cover, and DVD burner

Fujitsu's 15.6-inch laptop produces relatively low emissions, does not weigh too much (1.8 kg, ~4 lb), and offers a DVD drive. Windows 10 Pro serves as the operating system (upgradable to Windows 11). A positive feature is the maintenance flap that gives access to the SSD, RAM, and battery.
Sascha Mölck, 02 Feb 2022 21:22
The iPhone SE 2022 will come with 5G supportl. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

iPhone SE 2022: Apple's A15 Bionic-powered compact phone showcases a familiar design in new renders

The iPhone SE 2022 has now surfaced in new renders that show it sporting a not-so-new design. The A15 Bionic-powered compact phone is expected to make its debut in the first half of the year, with 5G support and likely updated cameras being its biggest selling points.
Ricci Rox, 02 Feb 2022 20:08
Hackers managed to steal 119,755 bitcoins from the Bitfinex crypto exchange in 2016. (Image source: Unsplash - edited)

94,643.29 stolen bitcoins worth billions of dollars spotted on the move

A huge number of stolen bitcoins have been spotted on the move. A total of 94,643.29 bitcoins that were taken from the 2016 Bitfinex hack have been transferred to an unknown wallet, with the current street value at the time of writing being over US$3.54 billion. The original heist involved the unauthorized transfer of 119,755 bitcoins.
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Feb 2022 19:51
The Nvidia GT 1010 may have a niche audience in 2022 after all. (Image Source: @9550pro via Tabao)

Nvidia GT 1010 now available for US$70, GP108 Pascal card 40% slower than GT 1030 and 93% slower than Radeon RX 6500 XT

After being the subject of a few leaks quite some time ago, the Nvidia GT 1010 was found listed on Chinese marketplace Tabao for about US$70. The GT 1010 is based on the Pascal GP108 GPU and a look at the leaked 3DMark scores suggests that it trails the GT 1030 based on the same chip by about 40%. Today's low-end desktop GPUs such as the RTX 3050 and the RX 6500 XT are many orders of magnitude faster than this 2017 entry-level GPU.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Feb 2022 18:26
Photo by Florian Olivo on Unsplash

3 tech trends that took off during the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we all live our lives. Everything from work to hobbies and habits have all had to adapt and change. Let's take a look at how tech trends have changed as our lives have changed during the pandemic.
Julian van der Merwe, 02 Feb 2022 18:21
The Kudu refresh offers high-end performance for Linux users. (Image Source: System76)

System76 refreshes Kudu Linux-based laptops with Ryzen 9 5900HX processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU

More high-end performance options are now available for Linux-based users through the introduction of the updated System76 Kudu6 laptops that now feature the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X APU and Nvidia's RTX 3060 GPUs.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Feb 2022 17:34
Instead of a ban, India now wants to tax crypto at 30% and make it legal tender

Instead of a ban, India now wants to tax crypto at 30% and make it legal tender

India has swung from an intention to ban all digital assets transactions in the country to a proposal to tax crypto with a 30% government cut on profits and issuing a digital rupee. According to analysts this arguably means that Indian officials are exploring the possibility of crypto becoming legal tender.
Daniel Zlatev, 02 Feb 2022 17:10
The Realme 9 Pro series will include a 50 MP and optically-stabilised camera. (Image source: Realme)

Realme 9 Pro and Realme 9 Pro+ to launch in Europe with a colour-changing 'chameleon' back

The Realme 9 Pro series is to receive the Vivo V23 Pro's exciting design, with the Realme 9 Pro and Realme 9 Pro+ able to change from blue to orange in sunlight. The Realme 9 Pro and Realme 9 Pro+ will launch in Europe, possibly both 50 MP and optically-stabilised cameras.
Alex Alderson, 02 Feb 2022 16:45
Russian court refuses to enforce a ban on Samsung phones due to a patent infringement lawsuit decision. (Image source: Samsung)

Moscow Arbitration Court refuses to enforce a ruling that banned the sale of 61 Samsung smartphone models in Russia

An arbitration court in Moscow has refused to enforce a ruling that banned Samsung from importing and selling 61 smartphone models due to an alleged patent infringement. Back in October 2021, a Swiss company SQWIN SA filed a lawsuit against Samsung claiming that Samsung Pay infringed on the company’s patents registered in Russia.
Fawad Murtaza, 02 Feb 2022 16:40
A ultra-wide portable screen for gamers on the go (Image Source: Lukos)

Lukos 14-inch ultrawide 32:9 4K portable screen is up for pre-orders on Kickstarter

The portable 14-inch display from Lukos features 32:9 4K resolution and supports 4x sources at 1920 x 550 or 2x sources at 1920 x 1200 side by side. It may be used as an external display for portable devices or may very well serve as a secondary screen with dashboard controls.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Feb 2022 16:22
The Realme Watch S100 could be the global version of the Watch T1, pictured. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Watch S100 to launch later this month in India

According to reports, Realme is preparing to launch the Watch T1 globally as the Watch S100. Due to arrive in India first, the Watch S100 should be available in at least two colours. Realme may host a Watch S100 launch event later this month in India, too.
Alex Alderson, 02 Feb 2022 16:21
Leaked scores indicate AMD Rembrandt may have a tough time displacing Intel Alder Lake. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7 6800H leak from Acer Nitro 5: Slightly ahead of the Ryzen 9 5900HX, but Alder Lake-H Core i7-12700H has the last laugh

Performance numbers of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H are now available via an early review of an Acer Nitro 5 laptop. The initial figures show some gains for the 6 nm Ryzen 7 6800H over Cezanne Ryzen 9 5900HX, but Intel Alder Lake-H may have the edge in raw performance until Phoenix-H or Raphael-H hit the market.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Feb 2022 16:05
Android Auto and its 'Coolwalk UI. (Image source: u/RegionRat91)

Android Auto redesign leaks with more than a nod to Apple CarPlay

It looks like Google is preparing to release another Android Auto refreshed, codenamed Coolwalk. While not officially released yet, several images of the redesign have emerged online. Google is also testing a Cast app for Android Auto that allows you to mirror your smartphone on your car's display.
Alex Alderson, 02 Feb 2022 15:51
The Realme 9 is a re-branded Realme 8 5G. (Image source: FCC)

Realme 9 shows itself on the FCC as a re-branded Realme 8 5G

Realme has already revealed the Realme 9 Pro and the Realme 9 Pro+, but it also has the Realme 9 on the way. However, the FCC has confirmed that the entry-level model shares an uncanny amount of similarities with the Realme 8 5G, a device that it was supposed to be replacing.
Alex Alderson, 02 Feb 2022 15:10
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