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Xiaomi debuts 200MP Samsung HPX Camera with INR 30,000 phone in India
Xiaomi has officially launched its new Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G phone with 200MP Samsung HPX Camera in India. This phone comes under the mid-range segment and one can purchase it at a starting price of INR 30,000.
It will be interesting to see if this phone’s camera can compete with Samsung’s upcoming flagship Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphone, which also has the same 200MP camera. Here’s what 200MP Samsung HPX Camera has to offer on this new Xiaomi phone:
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Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 200MP Samsung HPX Camera:
- High-resolution Camera:
With Samsung’s 200MP camera on your Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, you can capture flawless photos with extraordinary clarity. Additionally, its large f/1.65 aperture offers more light to capture bright pictures even in low-light environments. At the same time, it also offers a superb HDR option to give your pictures a distinct style.
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- HPX Sensor:
Redmi Note 12 Pro+’s special HPX sensor in combination with the Super-OIS gives you amazing low-light photographs, a sharp and vibrant outcome, and fantastic details.
- Atomic Layer Deposition:
The device further features ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition), an Ultra Low Reflection Coating that improves challenging lighting conditions by lowering reflections and glares.
Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Specs:
The Chinese company has introduced the new Redmi Note 12 Pro+ smartphone with a 6.67-inch Full HD+ OLED display that features 1080×2400 pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate.
This device is powered by Octa Core MediaTek Dimensity 1080 6nm processor that is paired with 6GB/8GB RAM. Next, it equips a 4980mAh battery with 120w fast charge support and drives Android 12-based MIUI 13 software out of the box.
For photography, there is a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 200MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera, and a 2MP macro camera. Whereas, the front side has a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls.
Other than these, the smartphone has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IP53 dust and splash-resistant ratings, a 3.5mm audio jack, super-linear stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, USB Type-C, and other features.
Price and availability:
Moreover, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ comes in three color options – Arctic White, Iceberg Blue, and Obsidian Black. Its 8GB + 256GB variant is priced at INR 29,999 and the 12GB + 256GB model costs INR 32,999.
Japan’s KDDI selected Samsung as the main vendor for 5G expansion. Samsung’s vRAN will be deployed by KDDI starting next year for 5G expansion. The company will provide 4G and 5G O-RAN-compliant vRAN solutions in Japan.
Samsung today confirmed selection by KDDI as a key 4G and 5G O-RAN compliant vRAN provider for their Open RAN deployment in Japan. The partnership with KDDI will help Samsung strengthen its role in Japan’s 5G expansion.
“Together with KDDI, we are thrilled to take this significant step and strengthen our presence in Japan,” said Junehee Lee, Executive Vice President, Head of Global Sales & Marketing, Networks Business at Samsung Electronics.
The South Korean tech giant noted that it’s bringing vRAN 3.0 solution, a full suite of O-RAN compliant radios supporting low- and mid-bands including advanced Massive MIMO radios and third-party radio integration support.
Kazuyuki Yoshimura, Chief Technology Officer of KDDI: “Today’s announcement represents KDDI’s dedication to bringing innovative technologies to Japan. We are proud to deliver a cutting-edge and reliable radio access network.”
Key features of Samsung CognitiV Networks Operations Suite (NOS) will also be offered. The features streamline the onboarding, deployment, and operation processes, enabling KDDI to transform its widespread network efficiently.
Beyond that Samsung and KDDI will expand the reach of Open RAN in the coming years. For now, KDDI’s Open RAN network will feature enhanced capabilities for improved energy efficiency, optimized performance, and intelligent automation.
Samsung Wallet getting an instant Tap to Transfer feature for Galaxy users. The latest addition unlocks instant and seamless money transfer. This move reiterates Samsung’s commitment to upscaling the Galaxy ecosystem.
The Tap to Transfer feature allows users of Samsung Wallet on Galaxy phones to instantly transfer money by tapping the backs of their devices together. The transfer process is powered by NFC technology embedded in Galaxy phones.
Samsung confirmed that the feature will be gradually supported through app updates in Samsung Wallet. The Tap to Transfer feature eliminates the need to ask for or input the recipient’s account number during transfers.
This seamless process will help Galaxy users save time and effort as well as reduce the risk of sending money to the wrong account. It’s an answer to Apple iOS 18’s Tap to Cash feature, which allows users to transfer funds with nearby ecosystem devices.
Samsung Wallet allows the recipient to set a representative account for receiving funds and can receive ‘Tap to Transfer’ payments even when their Galaxy’s screen is off – even without opening the Samsung Wallet app.
Here’s how it works:
The user who wants to send money enters the password for their registered account in Samsung Wallet, inputs the transfer amount, then taps their phone against the recipient’s phone and completes the transfer through the default unlock method.
The recipient’s account number transmitted during the ‘Tap to Transfer’ process is encrypted and sent to the sender. Instead of displaying the full account number, only the last four digits of the recipient’s mobile phone number are shown.
The feature is currently available in South Korea and supported by Woori Bank.
Samsung could use the next-gen display across the Galaxy S25 series. A limited number of users reported display graininess issues on the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which is reportedly eliminated in the upcoming Galaxy S25 series.
IceUniverse reports Galaxy S25 series resolves the display graininess issue from the S24 Ultra. The tipster mentioned that the “Galaxy S25 series screen is great.” It suggests the inclusion of an upgraded screen tech in the flagships.
Pixel 9 series debuted Samsung’s best display technology. Industry expects that the Korean tech giant will now expand the cutting-edge screen to its upcoming flagships including the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Upgraded display is usually meant to offer vibrant colors while keeping efficiency. However, it’s a big development for Samsung consumers as the alleged graininess issue from the Galaxy S24 Ultra is finally eliminated.
Galaxy S25 series screen is great
Getrid of the screen graininess problem in S24.— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) October 10, 2024
Samsung is ensuring the upcoming flagships won’t lag in any way. From processor and memory to display and camera, pro-grade specifications coming to the next-gen Galaxy S line. The company could launch the S25 series in January next year.
Galaxy S24 Ultra screen graininess
Some S24 Ultra owners notice a grainy, pixelated, or textured appearance on the display. It occurs the most in certain lighting conditions or when viewing darker colors at low brightness. The anti-reflective glass was also suspected to be blamed.
However, graininess in screens could be caused by several factors such as OLED pixel arrangement, brightness levels, and software calibration. Samsung seemingly heard consumer feedback and improved the screen hardware.