Redmi A2 and A2+ sale begins today: Know all about them, even alternatives

Xiaomi has unveiled two of their new smartphones, the Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ on May 19, 2023. Now it's finally the day of launch for these phones, when they go on sale for people to purchase across India. 

So, with the launch of the phone, let's have a look at its specifications, price, colour variants and availability of the phone. 

Also read: Redmi A2 vs Redmi A2+ comparison: Which one to buy when they launch in India?

Price of Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+ 

The Redmi phones are priced according to the RAM and storage variants. The Redmi A2 has three variants. The 2GB RAM + 32GB variant storage is for ₹6,299. Next, the 2GB RAM + 64GB storage variant is for ₹6,799. Lastly, the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage variant is for  ₹7,999.

For the Redmi A2 there is only one variant. It comes with 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and it is priced at ₹8,499. 

Colour variants of Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+

The phones will be available in Classic Black, Aqua Blue and Sea Green colours. 

Availability of Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+

Both the Redmi phones will be available at the Mi online store, Amazon and offline stores. 

Specifications of Redmi A2 and Redmi A2+

Let's start with Redmi A2. This phone comes with a 6.52-inch IPS LCD panel with a teardrop notch. It offers an HD+ resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. Coming to the camera it has a 8MP rear camera and 5MP front camera. The phone is packed with a 5,000mAh battery and comes with 10W charging support.

Also Read: Here are the 5 features of the newly launched Redmi A2 and the Redmi A2 Plus

For Redmi A2+, the phone also has the same specifications except one extra feature which is the rear-facing fingerprint sensor.

The Redmi A2 and A2+ are entry level phones. But what if these phones can have a great alternative? Let’s look at one of the best alternatives of the phone: Micromax In 2C. Now let’s have  a look at its specifications, to understand how it can be a better alternative to the Redmi phones.

Specifications of Micromax In 2C

The phone comes with an IPS LCD display with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution. This phone comes with Android 11, as it was launched in 2022. Well, the major difference lies in the CPU of the two phones. 

The Redmi A2 comes with Octa-core with the specifications of 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 and for the Micromax phone it has Octa-core with the specifications of 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55. 

There isn’t any difference in the camera though, this phone too comes with 8MP rear camera and 5MP front camera. Same goes for the battery as well. Presently, the phone is priced at ₹5,999

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Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be faster than Apples M-series chips, leaks claim

The internet has been flooded with rumours about the latest and greatest processor from Snapdragon, set to hit us with another wave of ground-breaking technology. The latest findings about an upcoming iteration of a Snapdragon SoC has caught everyone’s imagination recently – the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. 

In a way it seems remarkable that we’re already speculating about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip before Qualcomm has even released Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the most likely successor to current flagship level Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. But that’s the kind of world we’re living in at the moment.

The rumoured Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC is expected to introduce a new and exciting set of technological innovations that are slated to lay the grounds for more efficient and powerful Android and Windows devices, something along the lines of Apple’s M-series of processors.

Also read: Qualcomm and MediaTek under threat by this change in ARM licensing policy

Let’s take a look at what the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 can do, while we are still waiting for Gen 3 to hit the market. That’s right, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 already!

What’s expected of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip?

Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 with SM87505 model number is expected to use Nuvia CPU technology, said the tipster Digital Chat Station. In addition the Snapdragon smartphone processors are to run on a Nuvia CPU. 

Nuvia was acquired by Qualcomm in January 2021. Former Apple engineers who intended to apply their skills to Arm-based system-on-chips (SoCs) for servers created the processing firm. A few months later, Qualcomm released a thorough update on its plans for SoCs based on the Nuvia technology, and it openly stated that it hoped to compete with the Apple M1 in the market for always-connected PCs (ACPCs) with a processor.

“The addition of NUVIA CPUs to Qualcomm Technologies’ already leading mobile graphics processing unit (GPU), AI engine, DSP and dedicated multimedia accelerators will further extend the leadership of Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms, and positions Snapdragon as the preferred platform for the future of connected computing,” suggested the released report.

Also read: Motorola Edge 40 vs OnePlus 11R vs Pixel 7a: Which phone is best?

The tipster has also suggested that we can anticipate a release for the processors in late 2024 for 2025’s phones wherein the phone processors will have a 2+6 CPU core layout. So we can anticipate that Qualcomm has brought back Snapdragon 845’s two-tier architecture after a line-up of three-tier architecture from Snapdragon 855 to the current Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and prolly SD 8 Gen 3 which held big core + medium core (s) + small core (s) design.

Now some findings and reports about the upcoming iteration of Snapdragon SoCs, is said to be powerful enough that it can potentially outperform Apple’s latest M2 processors. If the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is anywhere close to what it is being touted to be, it will make for a really interesting introduction in the Android and PC market, bringing along devices that are more powerful and efficient than ever!

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Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be faster than Apples M-series chips, leaks claim

The internet has been flooded with rumours about the latest and greatest processor from Snapdragon, set to hit us with another wave of ground-breaking technology. The latest findings about an upcoming iteration of a Snapdragon SoC has caught everyone’s imagination recently – the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. 

In a way it seems remarkable that we’re already speculating about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip before Qualcomm has even released Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the most likely successor to current flagship level Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. But that’s the kind of world we’re living in at the moment.

The rumoured Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC is expected to introduce a new and exciting set of technological innovations that are slated to lay the grounds for more efficient and powerful Android and Windows devices, something along the lines of Apple’s M-series of processors.

Also read: Qualcomm and MediaTek under threat by this change in ARM licensing policy

Let’s take a look at what the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 can do, while we are still waiting for Gen 3 to hit the market. That’s right, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 already!

What’s expected of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip?

Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 with SM87505 model number is expected to use Nuvia CPU technology, said the tipster Digital Chat Station. In addition the Snapdragon smartphone processors are to run on a Nuvia CPU. 

Nuvia was acquired by Qualcomm in January 2021. Former Apple engineers who intended to apply their skills to Arm-based system-on-chips (SoCs) for servers created the processing firm. A few months later, Qualcomm released a thorough update on its plans for SoCs based on the Nuvia technology, and it openly stated that it hoped to compete with the Apple M1 in the market for always-connected PCs (ACPCs) with a processor.

“The addition of NUVIA CPUs to Qualcomm Technologies’ already leading mobile graphics processing unit (GPU), AI engine, DSP and dedicated multimedia accelerators will further extend the leadership of Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms, and positions Snapdragon as the preferred platform for the future of connected computing,” suggested the released report.

Also read: Motorola Edge 40 vs OnePlus 11R vs Pixel 7a: Which phone is best?

The tipster has also suggested that we can anticipate a release for the processors in late 2024 for 2025’s phones wherein the phone processors will have a 2+6 CPU core layout. So we can anticipate that Qualcomm has brought back Snapdragon 845’s two-tier architecture after a line-up of three-tier architecture from Snapdragon 855 to the current Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and prolly SD 8 Gen 3 which held big core + medium core (s) + small core (s) design.

Now some findings and reports about the upcoming iteration of Snapdragon SoCs, is said to be powerful enough that it can potentially outperform Apple’s latest M2 processors. If the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is anywhere close to what it is being touted to be, it will make for a really interesting introduction in the Android and PC market, bringing along devices that are more powerful and efficient than ever!

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Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2023) Review: Extreme Performance

The Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2023) is a beast of a laptop and packs the absolute best Intel and Nvidia components currently available. But is it worth the high price? Find out in our review.

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Shocking Over half of all Indian travellers are victims of online scams, says McAfee

The latest online cyber crime report from McAfee is specifically addressed to all the Indian travellers who’ll be jet-setting around in summer vacations and beyond. Titled 'Safer Holidays,' the McAfee report highlights some disturbing trends among Indian travellers. 

A staggering 51% of Indian adults have fallen victim to online scams, especially while hunting for cost-effective travel deals. Surveying 7,000 individuals from seven countries, the report sought to understand the extent of cybersecurity threats faced when booking and planning trips online, and to evaluate the level of caution exhibited by users when utilising digital platforms overseas.

An overwhelming 61% of Indian travellers voiced their concerns about the potential compromise of their devices while travelling, making up the highest level of concern worldwide from any one country of travellers. 

Even more troubling is the following statistic, that 77% of those who suffered from online scams reported losses up to $1,000 (approximately ₹83,000) before even their travels began – which is a worrisome trend.

McAfee’s report claims two-thirds of Indian vacationers are planning domestic travel this year, and as many as 42% set to travel internationally. McAfee’s research suggests that rising inflation and cost-of-living pressures has increased the risk of leisure travellers falling prey to attractive, sophisticated, deceptive online deals related to travel and hotel booking – because a whopping 93% of Indians are expected to book their holidays online.

Digital traps are becoming increasingly sophisticated and varied. McAfee's research found that 27% of Indian adults have been duped into transferring money via bogus platforms, and a shocking 36% have had their identities stolen when booking online. Alarmingly, of these victims, 13% shared passport details, and 23% disclosed other personal information to counterfeit websites.

Unfortunately, awareness does not always translate into action. Even with 46% of respondents acknowledging that their personal information is less secure while using the internet on vacation, a mere 61% utilise services to monitor their online identity. A surprising 33% do not use a VPN while on vacation, and among those that do, 28% use it mainly to access geo-specific content. 

A significant number of travellers engage in risky activities such as using unsecured Wi-Fi networks (38%), using free USB charging ports at public terminals (34%), or leaving their streaming accounts logged in after checking out of their accommodation (29%). Despite the risks, travellers continue to engage in these practices. 

Having said that, McAfee does recommend some safety tips while engaging in online travel related activities. If you receive an email asking you to click on a link, even if the travel deal sounds great, it’s best to avoid interacting with the message altogether. 

Be cautious when connecting to public Wi-Fi while on vacation and make sure the Wi-Fi is secure and attached to a trusted source – use a VPN wherever possible. Don't pay for rentals by wire transfer, prepaid cards or gift cards. These types of transactions often can't be reversed if the rental offer is fraudulent. 

The report underscores the dire need for increased cybersecurity awareness and stringent safety measures among Indian travellers, especially when relying on online travel booking websites and deal apps. If not, today’s scammers are nothing but ready to exploit the slightest lapse in would-be travellers’ online safety practices.

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Internal PC Version of Bloodborne, The Old Hunters DLC Exists, Dataminer Says

Renowned dataminer Lance McDonald has spotted some Bloodborne screenshots that point towards a playable PC version. The images were uploaded to the Bloodborne Fandom wiki by Marcos Domencech, a senior environment artist, who has worked with developer FromSoftware on several games. The screenshots are named ‘SPRJ-win64’ which according to McDonald is the game’s f...

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BGMI Reportedly Available to Download on Google Play Store Through URL

Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is reportedly available to download on select Android devices. Several users online have spotted the battle royale game on the Google Play Store, ready to download without any prior date confirmation from publisher Krafton. The game seems to be accessible only via the store page URL and won’t appear natively on the Android storefron...

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