Realme C51 reportedly cheaper than Realme C53: Check leaked specs and features

Recently, Realme has launched 2 new C-series phones in India. Realme C55 was launched a while back, which was followed by the launch of Realme C53 a few days back. And according to reports, Realme could soon even launch the Realme C51 phone too. Tipster, Paras Guglani recently revealed some key specifications of this expected phone.

Here are the expected specs of this upcoming Realme phone:

First up, speaking of the display, the phone will feature a water drop notch. Similar to iPhone’s dynamic island, the Realme C51 might have a Mini Capsule feature. The capsule will be placed on both sides of the notch. You can access information such as data usage, step count, charging status, and notifications here.

Also read: Realme C55 Review: Fantastic battery life, performance could be better

On the design front, the upcoming Realme phone might feature flat edges and the sim card tray will be placed on the left side, while on the right side volume rocker and power button. The phone could be seen in two colours: light blue and black. Realme C51 will have dual-tone finish, with a glossy section housing the dual-camera setup and an LED flash. The rest will have a matte texture.

Further, the Tipster revealed that it will come in a 8GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage variant. The phone will pack a 5,000 mAh battery which supports 33W fast charging.

Also read: Leaks reveal Realme C53 launch: Specs suggest an attractive phone

The Realme C51 is expected to be priced below the Realme C53. The C53 is priced at ₹9,999. So, we can expect the Realme C51 to be priced at around ₹8,999. There hasn’t been any official communication from Realme yet. We have to wait to know more about the specs of the phone.

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iQOO Z8 leaks: Will switch to LCD display from AMOLED be a good move

iQOO launched its Z series smartphone this year in March and already the leaks of its successor, iQOO Z8, are surfacing on the internet. The iQOO Z8 seems to roll out with some changes. The leaks suggest about the display, processor and battery of iQOO Z8. The company launched the Neo 8 series in China in May. After that it unveiled the iQOO 11s in India, so it seems that the launch of iQOO Z8 could happen soon.

Talking about the leaks, they suggest a LCD display with up to 144Hz refresh rate support in the upcoming iQOO Z8. However, iQOO Z7 had an AMOLED display but with much less refresh rate of 90Hz. 

Also read: iQOO Z7 Review: Playing it safe

Next up, we might see the Mediatek Dimensity 8200 chipset in iQOO Z8  paired with up to LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The smartphone could be packed with a 5000mAh battery with up to 120-watt fast charging support. The iQOO Z7 (Chinese version) also had the same battery configurations so this could be possible in iQOO Z8. 

These are the leaked specs of iQOO Z8. Now let’s take a look at iQOO Z7’s specifications and do a little comparison.

Also read: New launched iQOO Z7s 5G vs iQOO Z7: What’s the difference?

iQOO Z7 launched with an AMOLED display with up to 90Hz of refresh rate. Apart from that, it features a Mediatek Dimesnity 920 chipset paired with up to 8GB RAM. In the end, the smartphone packs a 4500mAh battery with 44-watt fast charging support.

So the specs configurations of both of these smartphones differ a lot. However, the AMOLED display should not be removed from the Z series. Apart from that, it’s good to see these upgrades in the iQOO Z8, only if these rumours are true. For that, stay tuned till iQOO makes an official announcement regarding iQOO Z8.

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MIUI 15 leaks surface online, as Xiaomi aims to compete with Samsung and Google

Xiaomi’s new Android skin MIUI 15 is reportedly going to launch later this year. The leaks of MIUI 15 have started surfacing on the internet. A recent leak has come up suggesting two new features of MIUI 15. The leaks suggest there will be a clipboard and volume boost feature. However, the launch timeline of MIUI 15 has not been leaked but we are guessing it could launch at the end of the year along with Xiaomi’s flagship.

XiaomiUI came to know about these features by digging Mi Code, MIUI 15 is expected to roll out an enhanced clipboard feature. Along with text, users will now gain the ability to copy photos and files to the clipboard. This upgrade is believed to be a step forward, as Xiaomi devices compete with Samsung and Pixel devices, which have already offered this feature for a while.

Also read: Xiaomi releases MIUI 14 update: Here are the top features, supported phones, and rollout details

This advancement could improve the user experience making the device more handy and convenient in sharing and managing various content types on different applications.

MIUI 15 is also rumoured to roll out another feature that is the volume boost capability, according to the leaks. This upgrade introduces a new toggle in the quick settings menu, enabling users to enhance the volume output by up to 200-percent. 

The only goal is to offer a safe and efficient solution for those who need a louder audio experience, especially during multimedia playback or in noisy surroundings. By simply tapping the toggle, users can now double the volume without damaging audio quality or the device's speakers.

Also read: 5 MIUI 14 features that eligible Xiaomi phones will get soon

These two features are expected from MIUI 14’s successor in the coming months. However, there is no official clarity on this leak. To confirm that, let’s just wait for MIUI 15 to roll out.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 specs have leaked but its the rotating bezel that could take the glory

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series is expected to launch on July 26 at the Galaxy Unpacked event. Ahead of the event, we have leaks revealing key specs and the design of the watches. Yes, there could be a Galaxy Watch 6 and a Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. No Pro moniker this time around, it seems. The Classic model is what we are more excited about because of the rumour that it may have a physical rotating bezel.

As long-time Galaxy Watch buyers would know, some previous models like the Galaxy Watch4 Classic, Galaxy Watch 3, Galaxy Watch, and Gear S3 Frontier had physical rotating bezels. Meanwhile, some like the Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch 4, and Galaxy Watch 5 all have a software-based touch bezel.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Review: Must-have for fitness enthusiasts with a Samsung phone

Why the love for a physical rotating bezel?

Galaxy Watch 4 Classic

The physical bezels offer better tactile feedback because of the mechanical clicks. The software hasn’t been able to match the same feel. Plus, there could be false rotations or clicks on the touch bezel, which may irk the user. 

Also, the touch bezel, in my experience, was mostly disabled on the Galaxy Watch 5 series and one may forget to enable it from the settings menu. 

Also Read: Samsung chief teases everything that will be unpacked on the big July 26 event

The physical bezel adds to the character of the watch. Many traditional luxury watches like certain Rolex models have this feature. Not just for aesthetic reasons but allow the wearer to track time differences and elapsed time, and measure performance in diving and racing activities. 

On the Galaxy watches, the uses have been more for controlling the UI. Here’s how:

Uses of rotating bezels on Galaxy smartwatches

Galaxy Watch 6 leaked renders (Credis: OnLeaks)

You could move the bezel clockwise or counterclockwise to do the following:

1. Scroll through the app drawer and widget tiles

2. Control the brightness of the screen

3. Answer or reject a call.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 Review: Premium option for Android users

4. Stop or snooze an alarm

5. Increase or decrease the volume

Let’s see if the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic in fact brings this feature, and how it implements it this time around.

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OPPO Enco Air3 Pro Review: The best-sounding TWS under 5,000

The OPPO Enco Air3 Pro is the best-sounding pair of TWS earphones under ₹5,000. There is no questioning that. It blows competition, such as the Realme Buds Air 3 and the OnePlus Buds Z2, out of the water because of its honest representation of the bass and mid frequencies. The sound signature is bright and sparkly; it will appeal to audiophiles – especially those who are just getting acquainted with audiophile-grade audio devices and want to purchase a good, inexpensive pair of TWS for themselves. 

The sub-₹5K truly wireless earphones market in India witnesses some intense, cutthroat competition. Several brands offer premium features such as Active Noise Cancellation, multipoint connection, and accompanying app support in this price segment. Prime examples would be the OnePlus Buds Z2 (review) and Realme Buds Air 3 (review). OPPO is no stranger to offering compelling TWS options on a budget. For instance, the OPPO Enco X2 (review). It is one of my favourite TWS earphones that plays in the big leagues by providing a mix of fantastic performance and a plethora of features. Now, the company has launched a new player in the sub-₹5,000 segment to shake things up! Enter the OPPO Enco Air3 Pro. An affordable yet accomplished pair of TWS earphones with LDAC codec support, up to 49 dB of Adaptive ANC, low latency mode, multiconnect, and much more. Priced at ₹4,999, all of this looks mighty impressive on paper, but does it live up to the expectations? Let’s find out!

OPPO Enco Air3 Pro Review: Build, design, and fit

The OPPO Enco Air3 Pro have an understated look with some subtle flair. OPPO has incorporated a gradient design for the charging case where the top goes from being translucent to fully opaque. It’s a neat look that distinguishes it from the sea of white TWS in the market. The pastel Green colour variant looks even more eye-catching, in my opinion. 

The case is compact and can easily slip into small purses or pockets. There’s OPPO branding adorning the front alongside an LED indicator button that relays pairing and battery information. The bottom houses the USB Type-C charging port, and that’s about it. The case’s hinge seems sturdy enough upon inspection but some metal reinforcements would be even more reassuring. 

Upon opening the case, you see the buds neatly tucked in. The R and L indicators on the earbuds are large enough to be noticed from a mile away; convenient but a bit garish, maybe? Nevertheless, the buds are diminutive in size. According to OPPO, the stems are 6 per cent shorter than its predecessor – the OPPO Enco Air2 Pro. The charging case has also seen a reduction in size. 

The buds are pretty comfortable to wear over long periods; they’re extremely lightweight and the Medium eartips gave me a super snug fit. I would easily recommend these to anyone looking for workout earbuds seeing that they’ve got a good fit and IP55 water and dust resistance to boot. 

OPPO Enco Air3 Pro Review: Features

OPPO has packed the Enco Air3 Pro with features! You would be hard-pressed to find a more feature-rich pair of TWS earphones under ₹5,000. Let’s run through these features. First and foremost, there’s support for up to 49 dB Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation. So, not only do you get decent ANC performance, but it also uses AI to cleverly optimise the noise cancellation levels depending on your surroundings. In my experience, the ANC performance was decent. It’s not good enough to suppress traffic sounds, but will quiet down things such as an AC’s hum.

There’s also a Transparency Mode that amplifies surrounding sounds to keep you aware but it sounds a bit tinny and unnatural. You also get other niceties such as multiconnect which allows you to connect to two devices simultaneously, such as a laptop and phone, and switch between them without a hitch. It worked flawlessly for me! 

The buds are supported on the HeyMelody app which opens up a bunch of customisation opportunities for users. There are the basics such as checking your buds’ battery percentage, switching between noise cancellation modes, and personalising ANC according to your hearing. You can even switch to ‘Smart’ noise cancellation which adapts to the environment, as we mentioned before.

There are some preset EQs you can choose from – Original Sound, Bass Boost, and Natural Inspiration. Natural Inspiration is quite bright and Bass Boost is well… the opposite. I tested the earphones on Original Sound, which proved to be quite balanced. Sadly, there’s no customisable EQ; a missed opportunity in my books. The app also allows you to toggle features such as Golden Sound and OPPO Alive Audio. Golden Sound creates a custom sound signature based on your ear canal’s shape and hearing abilities while Alive Audio is OPPO’s rendition of spatial audio. 

I turned on Alive Audio and there was an immediate difference when listening to music on YouTube Music. The soundstage was much wider and audio cues originated from all around me rather than just the right and left channels. Cool stuff at ₹5K! Golden Sound, honestly, didn’t create a tangible difference in the sound but it could be extremely useful for those who are facing hearing disabilities.

The app also lets users toggle on Game Mode which lowers the earphone latency to merely 47 ms and drops the end-to-end latency to 94 ms. I felt no noticeable audio-video lag when using this mode. There’s also the Earbud Fit Test in the app that discerns if the eartips you’re using have provided an airtight fit.

Lastly, the app also lets you customise every single control. So, By default, there are no volume controls mapped to the touch panels, but I customised the controls so that the long press action lowers and increases the volume levels on the left and right panels respectively. I’m glad OPPO has incorporated this level of customisability since many don’t – sometimes at even double the price. As I said, tons of features!

OPPO Enco Air3 Pro Review: Performance

Equipped with 12.4 mm dynamic drivers, the OPPO Enco Air3 Pro sounds excellent for the price. According to OPPO, these earbuds are the first in the world to use a bamboo fibre diaphragm which can easily reproduce high frequencies. The earbuds have a frequency response range of 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz – which is higher than the human hearing range, but this does help reduce the drop-off in the highs. OPPO also claims that since the bamboo diaphragm is much lighter in comparison to titanium-plated ones, it can be driven more easily. 

The company has also added high-quality LDAC codec support – a massive rarity at this price! This codec allows 990 kbps transmission speeds over Bluetooth which is almost triple that of the SBC codec, allowing for more high-res sound which is close to CD quality. 

All of this innovation shows merit when you listen to these earbuds for the first time. The sound signature is beautifully balanced in the bass and mids and the highs have a bit of a boost to bring out sounds such as cymbals and hi-hats that are usually lost in the mix. The sound signature graph also shows that the earphones have a superb and balanced bass response that complements the mids very well, ensuring that one frequency doesn’t overpower the other. 

The highs from 2kHz to 8kHz have a boost and the sound signature is quite bright, by default. However, they also work to bring out oodles of detail in tracks such as Pull Me Under by Dream Theatre. In this track, the detail and clarity of the high-frequency instruments in usually lost in cheap earphones (under ₹5,000), but that’s definitely not the case here. Comparing these earbuds to the OnePlus Buds Z2, you can hear how much detail you lose out on in the mids (where most vocals lie) since the bass response is quite bloated. However, do note, that the highs can get a bit fatiguing to listen to after long periods of listening.

This is not the case with the OPPO Enco Air3 Pro since they emphasize the vocals in a clear manner by balancing the bass. The trick is to tune the earphones in such a manner that the bass and mids are symbiotic, and do not cannibalise each other, which is what the Enco Air3 Pro does so well. This sound signature is not something that we’d call commercial. It will not appeal to the masses that love bass-forward sound signatures – but if you’re a purist who’s looking to get your hands on a relatively cheap pair of TWS under ₹5K, this is a great starting point.

Moving on to the microphones, it is decent but nothing to write home about. The earphones pack dual microphones with AI noise reduction technology that attempts to reduce ambient noise when on calls. However, it doesn’t do the best job at this. It is on par with other TWS at this price – you can make decent calls when you’re indoors with minimal distractions, but when there’s a lot of ambient noise, the person on the other end of the call will be able to hear a lot of it. 

OPPO Enco Air3 Pro Review: Battery life

The OPPO Enco Air3 Pro houses 43 mAh batteries in each earbud and a 440 mAh cell in the charging case. This translates to 7 hours of playback time on the earbuds and 30 hours of total battery life, as claimed by OPPO. Do note these numbers are with ANC turned off and with AAC audio in use. In my testing, I did quite the opposite. Active Noise Cancellation was turned on pretty much all the time and I was using the LDAC codec. 

So, naturally, the numbers I got in my testing were much lower. So, the earbuds lasted a little under 4.5 hours in my tests, and the charging case provided 3 full charges after that with a little juice to spare (enough to charge the buds to about 60 per cent). The volume levels varied from 50-70 per cent. Your mileage will depend on whether you turn on ANC, use LDAC and the volume levels you listen at.

But all that being said, the battery life is still mediocre when compared to other options such as the OnePlus Nord Buds 2. Without ANC, the OnePlus Nord Buds 2 can provide up to 36 hours of total battery life – that’s 6 whole hours more than the OPPO Enco Air3 Pro.   

OPPO Enco Air3 Pro Review: Verdict

The OPPO Enco Air3 Pro is the best-sounding pair of TWS earphones under ₹5,000. There is no questioning that. It blows competition, such as the Realme Buds Air 3 and the OnePlus Buds Z2, out of the water because of its honest representation of the bass and mid frequencies. The sound signature is bright and sparkly; it will appeal to audiophiles – especially those who are just getting acquainted with audiophile-grade audio devices and want to purchase a good, inexpensive pair of TWS for themselves.  The earbuds are also extremely feature-rich, however, OPPO needs to work on its ANC game and the lack of a customisable EQ in the HeyMelody app just seems like a missed opportunity. However, all of the nitpicks can be set aside and forgotten given that the sound is just incredible. If you have ₹5,000 to spare, pick these up now! Unless you clearly prefer bass-forward earphones – if that’s the case, pick the Realme Buds Air 3.

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Sony SRS-XB100 portable speaker launched at 4,990: Small size, huge impact

Sony has just launched the SRS-XB100, a compact wireless speaker that delivers impressive audio quality. The Sony SRS-XB100 is a small yet powerful design made with all recycled plastic materials to reduce its impact on the environment. It boasts a passive radiator and an off-centre diaphragm which enable it to produce amazing sound quality even at high volume levels.

The Sony SRS-XB100 wireless speaker is now available in India for ₹4,990. It comes in four colour options that are black, blue, light green, and orange.

You can purchase the speaker from Sony’s stores including Sony Center and Sony Exclusive through the ShopatSC online portal, leading e-commerce platforms, and other online shopping platforms.

Also read: Sony SRS-XB13 Review: A small and hardy speaker for outdoor use

The Sound Diffusion Processor in SRS-XB100 ensures that sound is evenly spread in all directions. If you connect two speakers, it allows you to create a stereo sound experience.

Talking about the battery life, the speaker is packed with up to 16 hours of battery life and a battery indicator which is quite needed in portable speakers with easy charging through USB Type-C port.

Apart from that, the SRS-XB100 is waterproof and dustproof with an IP67 rating. The built-in microphone also supports hands-free calling with Echo Cancelling for clear and smooth communication, suppressing background noises. 

Also read: Digit Zero1 Awards and Digit Best Buy Awards 2022: Best Bluetooth Speakers

The Sony SRS-XB100 comes with quite an impressive design. Big portable speakers are difficult to carry but the problem with compact speakers is that they don’t provide good audio quality. However, you can put the Sony SRS-XB100 in the cup holder of your car, so it solves the size problem. In addition to that, the price of Sony SRS-XB100 is also pretty decent for a portable speaker. 

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Boat reveals Smart Ring wearable device, will it rule the market

Boat has just confirmed a new product in the market which is called Smart Ring. You can get the idea from the name as it is actually a ring which can track your health and fitness just like smartwatches. Many people like to wear rings and not watches so in that case it can be a helpful device to track your health status. The smart ring is built with 5 ATM water and sweat resistance which means it's good to wear daily or during any physical activity. 

The Boat Smart Ring comes with ceramic and metal body and here are the features:

The Smart Ring doesn't seem inferior to smartwatches as it does everything a smartwatch can. It can track your steps, distance and calories burned on a daily basis. It also monitors your heart rate which can help you in ensuring heart health during physical activity. 

Also read: Boat Wanderer Smart is a new kids' smartwatch with 5 features that keep children safe and connected

It also tracks the sleep cycle and menstrual cycle. Additionally, the smartring can also monitor body temperature and SpO2 level of the body. 

It features Smart Touch Controls that allows you to use the smartring single-handedly. He smartring syncs with the Boat Ring App and gives you all the analytics and information of your body. 

Boat has not revealed the price of this upcoming product. However, it is confirmed that it will be available on Amazon, Flipkart and Boat’s official website. 

Also read: BoAt launches the Immortal 121: Here are its top features for gaming audience

As per my opinion, the Boat Smart Ring could be a cool concept as I personally don’t like to wear a wrist-watch because some people feel uncomfortable due to its comparatively larger weight and dimensions, makes you feel that your wrist is tied with something. Apart from that, Boat is not the first brand to roll out this product, as Oura firstly launched the concept of smart rings as tinier wearable devices. To compare them we just have to wait for Boat’s smart ring to arrive in India. 

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