vivo X80 series full specs leaked: Dimensity 9000 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

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It hasn’t been long since the
vivo X70
 series launched last year and word has it that the company is already working on its successor — the
vivo

X80 series. Thanks to a few leaks here and there, we can already get an idea of what to expect from the phones.

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According to
Sam

on Twitter, the vanilla variant will sport a 6.56-inch FHD+ LTPO AMOLED display that pushes a 120Hz refresh rate. In terms of hardware, it’ll run on MediaTek’s Dimensity 8000 SoC along with 8/12GB of RAM and 128/256GB of internal storage.

vivo X70; Image Credit: vivo

For imaging, it is said to feature a 50MP GN5 camera, a 13MP camera, and a 12MP Sony IMX663 lens with support for 2x zoom. As for the selfies, you get a 44MP camera with an auto-focus feature.

Other than that, this phone supports 55W fast charging and will get a glass back. These are the rumoured
prices
:

8GB+128GB – CNY3,699 (~RM2,438)

8GB+256GB – CNY3,999 (~RM2,635)

12GB+256GB – CNY4,299 (~RM2,833)

vivo X80 Pro and Pro+

The Pro variants will come with a 6.78-inch LTPO 2.0 AMOLED panel that pushes a 120Hz refresh rate with FHD+ and QHD+ resolutions. Both devices will be powered by flagship SoCs such as MediaTek’s Dimensity 9000 and Qualcomm’s
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
.

vivo X70 Pro; Image Credit: vivo

In the imaging department, the
Pro

will have 50MP + 50MP JN1 sensor, a 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor with support for 2x zoom, and a 50MP JN1 sensor with 5x zoom. On the other hand, the
Pro+

features a 50MP + 48MP Sony IMX598 sensor, a 50MP JN1 sensor with 2x zoom, and a 50MP JN1 sensor with 5x zoom.

Both phones support 66W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and come with a leather back. These are the rumoured prices:

vivo X80 Pro

8GB+128GB – CNY4,599 (~RM3,031)

8GB+256GB – CNY4,999 (~RM3,295)

12GB+256GB – CNY5,499 (~RM3,624)

vivo X80 Pro+

8GB+128GB – CNY5,499 (~RM3,624)

8GB+256GB – CNY5,999 (~RM3,954)

12GB+256GB – CNY6,999 (~RM4,613)

We can expect the vivo X80 series to launch during the second half of 2022, so stay tuned as we provide you with updates then on the official launch and availability.

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VIVO X9 and X9 Plus specs leaked in poster

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VIVO’s upcoming X9 and X9 Plus handsets are slated for an unveiling pretty soon. Predicted to be launched next Tuesday on the 16th of November, the Chinese manufacturer has began teasing the camera(s) of both phones just a week ago. As teased by VIVO, both the X9 and X9 Plus will be sporting a dual front facing camera setup of 20 megapixels + 8 megapixels. Now Weibo user KJuma has uploaded an image of what looks to be a poster of the VIVO X9 series with a couple more hardware specs that you and me would be interested to find out.

Based on the poster in the image, the standard VIVO X9 sports a 5.5-inch display at 1080p Full HD resolution. Underneath the hood, the handset features an octa core Snapdragon chip which appears to be unspecified, with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory. Confirming VIVO’s teaser from last week, the X9 will in fact pack a 20MP + 8MP selfie camera setup plus an LED flash. The rear camera stands at 16 megapixels, and the phone packs a 3,050mAh battery.

Moving on to the VIVO X9 Plus, as the name states, it comprises of a bigger screen real estate at 5.88-inches, retaining the same 1080p resolution. Its internals are mostly different. From its Snapdragon 653 processor, with a whopping 6GB of RAM, while featuring the same storage space of 64GB like that of the standard X9. Specs remain the same throughout the camera department, and the phablet will be powered by a larger 4,000mAh battery.

With a week to go, these leaked specs definitely provide a better picture of what to expect from VIVO when the X9 and X9 Plus go official on November 16th. What do you think of the specs so far?

Source:
Android Headlines

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vivo X90 series officially launches in Malaysia from RM3,699

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vivo Malaysia has unveiled its next generation camera flagship phone series, the vivo X90 series comprises the vivo X90 and X90 Pro, both phones will continue to deliver the very best of smartphone photography with the all new vivo V2 chip and ZEISS T* lens coating, while the highlight is definitely focused on the vivo X90 Pro, as it comes equipped with a 50.3MP 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor.

The vivo X90 series are powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 9200 chipset mated to 12GB RAM and 256GB of storage, they also share the same 6.78-inch curved 120Hz OLED display with an in-display fingerprint reader, the same 32MP front selfie camera, and 120W fast charging on their 4800mAh battery.

Aside from their camera setups, what differs between the duo is that the vivo X90 Pro has IP68 water and dust resistance and has support for 50W fast wireless charging, while the regular X90 only has IP64 water and dust resistance with no support for wireless charging.

When it comes to cameras, the vivo X90 is equipped with the same camera system from last year’s X80, which comprises a 50MP f/1.8 wide angle, 12MP telephoto and 12MP ultrawide lens, though camera performance should be slightly improved with the new vivo V2 chip.

As for the X90 Pro, the 50.3MP Sony IMX989 sensor is complemented with a 50MP telephoto lens that offers 2x optical zoom and a 12MP ultrawide lens. While this isn’t the first phone to be equipped with the Sony IMX989 sensor, vivo has opted for a larger f/1.75 aperture for the phone’s main camera optics as compared to f/1.9, it also has a more sophisticated 1G+7P lens structure and a wider OIS area. With the help of the ZEISS T* lens coating and vivo V2 ISP, it is capable of delivering great low light photography with more details and less light flare.

The X90 Pro is also capable of taking 8K videos at 30 fps, while the vivo V2 chip assists in stabilizing video in 4K and offering film LUTs without affecting the phone’s performance.

Starting today, customers can purchase the vivo X90 series at vivo Malaysia’s online store on Shopee and Lazada, vivo E-Store and all authorised dealers nationwide, the vivo X90 and X90 Pro retails officially at RM3,699 and RM4,999 respectively.

Early bird customers will receive a complimentary 1-year extended warranty and 1-year screen crack protection worth RM596 when purchasing either phones, while customers purchasing the vivo X90 will receive a free RM50 Ogawa voucher and vivo TWS Air earbuds, purchasing the vivo X90 Pro will get you a RM50 Ogawa voucher and a Joyoung Electric Baking Pan worth RM449.

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vivo X90 series to launch in Malaysia soon

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vivo Malaysia has begun to tease the arrival of the vivo X90 series, which will excite many as it comes with notable upgrades over the previous model with an upgraded camera system and the first Dimensity 9200 powered smartphone to be sold here.

In typical vivo Malaysia fashion, we should only be expecting the X90 and X90 Pro to make their appearance here.

Both X90 models will feature Zeiss optics and come with the vivo V2 ISP, however the Pro model will have the advantage of being equipped with a 50.3MP 1-inch type sensor that’s also found on the Xiaomi 12s Ultra, it will also feature a 50MP 2x optical zoom lens and a 12MP ultrawide lens, which the telephoto lens is unfortunately a downgrade from the X80 Pro’s 5x optical zoom lens albeit having a higher resolution.

The vivo X90 series was launched in November last year at China, where the company has claimed that it received more than 97% positive feedback with double the sales volume compared to the X80 series, let’s hope the momentum is just as high when it launches in Malaysia.

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Vivo, Xiaomi and OPPO are rolling out their own version of AirDrop to global users

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Last year, vivo, OPPO and Xiaomi launched a wireless file transfer system together that works similarly to Apple’s Airdrop. Now, the companies have decided to launch the system globally, allowing cross-brand file transfer in just a single click.

Known as the “Peer-to-Peer Transmission Alliance”, the wireless file transfer system allows users of the three brands to transfer their files quickly without needing to go through external apps like WhatsApp, Google Drive and so on. It uses Bluetooth and WiFi P2P technology to deliver 20MB/s transfer speed without interrupting the WiFi connection for a smooth experience even when users are using their phones for other tasks.

Image credit: Fast Technology

This feature will be gradually rolled out on new vivo devices from February 2020 onwards. According to vivo, once the WiFi and Bluetooth are turned on, users will only need to turn on the sharing function — found under “menu” — and they’ll be able to share the files to the other party.

Senior Vice President of vivo also announced that there will be more strategic partnerships in the future to benefit their global users and the Alliance has plans to include more brands and expand the ecosystem.

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Vivo Xplay7 renders leaked in presentation shows it will come with underscreen fingerprint sensor

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The major issues with a bezeless display are that the fingerprint sensor needs to be moved to the back of the phone and for some, they still prefer it on the front rather than the back. But it looks like next year we will be getting a phone that will come with an underscreen fingerprint scanner and it will be a phone from Vivo.

The Vivo Xplay7 will also come with a Snapdragon 845 and a camera sensor that might allow 4x optical zoom with the front camera cut into the display. Previously, we have already seen a short video showing off the underscreen fingerprint scanner which seems to work no problems, the Xplay7 will be the first phone that comes with this feature and will be available to consumers.

This information comes from presentation slides that are assumed to be an internal presentation and it shows off the design and look of the phone. However, these are early drawings of the phone and the end product might be different.

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Get the new vivo Y15 2020 for only RM599 and stand a chance to win prizes worth up to RM88,888

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Looking for a new phone to start your 2020? Well, vivo just released another device in its Y series, the vivo Y15 2020 that is only priced at RM599.

The Y15 2020 has a 6.35-inch Halo FullView display with a dewdrop notch that holds a 16MP camera. It comes in two colours — Burgundy Red and Phantom Black — and features gradient-like colours that differ at different angles.

On its rear, the Y15 2020 comes with a 13MP main sensor paired with an 8MP super wide-angle lens and a 2MP portrait lens. More importantly, the phone is equipped with a huge 5,000mAh with intelligent power-saving technologies for long usage daily.

In addition to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, the device also has Ultra Game Mode for smoother gaming experience. It is powered

by a MediaTek Helio P22 processor and ships with Funtouch OS 9 based on Android 9.

The vivo Y15 2020 can be purchased at selected vivo concept store, authorised dealers, collaboration partners and e-commerce platforms (Lazada, Shopee, vivo Store). Vivo is also organising a lucky draw contest called “V Live Your Fantasy” so if you purchase any vivo smartphones from December 21, 2019 to January 5, 2020, you’ll be able to join the contest and win cash prizes worth up to RM88,888.

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Vivo Y12 now available with 64GB internal storage, priced at an affordable RM599

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If you’re looking to get a budget smartphone with the battery capacity to last you all day, quite literally, then you’ll be glad that the Vivo Y12, with its 5,000mAh battery, is receiving an upgrade in storage, making the phone more enticing.

Priced at RM599, the upgraded Y12 now comes with 64GB of internal storage  along with 3GB RAM. You can also opt to increase storage capacity via a microSD card.

The massive 6.35-inch device comes with a triple camera setup (13MP+8MP+2MP) as well as an 8MP selfie shooter. Despite being a budget device, the Y12 also sports an in-screen fingerprint scanner.

The phone is available in Burgundy Red and Aqua Blue, and can be purchased at all Vivo Concept Stores and authorised dealers. Visit their website here for more information on the phone as well as where you can purchase it.

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Vivo Y12 has a 5000mAh battery, triple cameras, 6.35-inch display for under RM600

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Vivo’s entry level offerings are getting very attractive as of late.

After the
Y17
, the company has cooked up the Vivo Y12, which comes with several features that will excite budget phone hunters.

For starters, the Vivo Y12 is powered by a Mediatek Helio P22 processor supported by 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage.

Image Credit: GSMArena

A triple camera setup is present, which comprises of a 13MP wide angle, 8MP ultra-wide angle and 2MP depth sensor. On the front, selfie lovers get an 8-megapixel camera to snap themselves away.

The Vivo Y12 offers Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, which is usually only available on mid-tier devices, there’s also FM radio if you ever need it as well.

Vivo Y12 Pricing and Availability

Retailing at RM599 from July 13 onwards, the Vivo Y12 ships with Android Pie with two color options – Aqua Blue and Burgundy Red.

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vivo Y12A launched in Malaysia: Priced at RM529

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The vivo Y12A is a new entry-level smartphone that has been launched in the country, and it’s priced at just RM529.

The 6.51-inch device packs an IPS LCD panel that pushes a HD+ resolution. Here, you’ll also find the phone’s drop-notch 8MP selfie camera. In terms of design, the phone comes in two colours – Mint Green and Phantom Black.

At the back, you’ll find a dual-camera system consisting of a 13MP main shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor.

Under the hood, you get a Snapdragon 439 chipset along with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Powering the device is a massive 5,000mAh battery that vivo claims can last you up to 17.4 house of regular usage.

For gaming, there’s also Multi-Turbo 3.0 that’s basically an optimization feature that helps reduce shuttering when you’re gaming.

The vivo Y12A is available to purchase via vivo’s
online
store, as well as their
Lazada
 and
Shopee
 pages.

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Get the vivo Y15 2020 for only RM100 when you switch to redONE’s Postpaid Smart68+

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Looking for a new phone and a new plan? Vivo and redONE just teamed up to offer a promotion when you switch to redONE’s postpaid plan, allowing to get the vivo Y15 2020 that is originally priced at RM599 for only RM100.

When you switch to redONE Postpaid Smart68+, you’ll be entitled to purchase the vivo Y15 2020 for only RM100 — that’s RM499 you’re saving. The postpaid plan will also five you 20GB of 4G LTE data, unlimited calls to all networks and redVIDEO. This service has its own exclusive 10GB data so you can watch online videos in HD on YouTube, Netflix, iflix and many more without worrying that it’ll consume your original 20GB data.

As for the vivo Y15 2020, you’ll be getting a phone with a 6.35-inch FullView display that comes with a dewdrop notch. With a 5,000mAh battery, you can fully enjoy your games and videos without worrying about its battery life. The Y15 2020 also has a triple rear camera setup at the back, consisting of a 13MP lens, an 8MP super wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth sensor while on the front, it houses a 16MP selfie camera.

The phone is powered by a Mediatek Helio P22 chipset and comes with one configuration — 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It ships with Funtouch OS 9 based on Android 9 and comes in two colours — Phantom Black and Burgundy Red.

Visit redONE
website
 and vivo
Facebook page
 for more information.

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vivo Y20s G: An online-exclusive phone launched with the Helio G80 chip

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Just yesterday, vivo released the new vivo Y20s G that is powered by a Helio G80 chip and a 5,000mAh battery. This is one of the few vivo phones that are only available for purchase online.

The vivo Y20s G and Y20s are basically twins.

The Y20s G comes with a 6.51-inch Halo FullView display that pushes HD+ resolution, and this is accompanied by a waterdrop notch and thin bezels. Similar to the Y20s, the Y20s G is also available in Obsidian Black and Purist Blue. In fact, they’re of the same size and weight.

They even have the same camera setup!

Imaging-wise, the Y20s G doesn’t differ from its sibling — it uses a 13MP wide lens paired with a 2MP super macro lens and another 2MP depth sensor. On the front, you have an 8MP selfie lens with features like Face Beauty, Portrait Light Effects and a wide range of filters.

What’s different? The processor.

Apart from housing a gaming processor, the Y20s G also come with the HyperEngine Game Technology that enhances your gaming experience by optimising your CPU, GPU and memory. You also get 18W of fast charging — juicing up the 5,000mAh battery to 70% will require 69 minutes. If needed, the Y20s G can be used for reverse charging too.

The vivo Y20s G is priced at RM749, but you can get for RM100 cheaper during its promo period from May 3 to May 16, 2021. It can be purchased from vivo’s
E-store
 and its official store on
Lazada
 and
Shopee
.

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vivo Y20s launched: 8GB RAM and 5,000mAh battery

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If you’re on the hunt for a decent sub-RM1,000 smartphone, there are plenty of options to choose from – two of the newer ones include the
realme
 C15
 and
POCO M3
; you can watch our comparison video
here
 to find out how they perform.

But if those phones aren’t quite up your alley, vivo too has a new affordable device that’s worth considering. The vivo Y20s is a 6.51-inch mammoth that packs a HD+ IPS Halo
FullView
 display. Over on the back is a 2.5D glass panel that comes in Purist Blue and Obsidian Black.

Under the hood is a Snapdragon 460 chipset, 8GB RAM, and 128GB internal storage. There’s also a massive 5,000mAh battery which you can charge via 18W fast charging.

When it comes to imaging, the Y20s is equipped a 13MP main lens, a 2MP macro shooter, and a 2MP bokeh camera. Over on the front is an 8MP selfie lens as well.

The phone is priced at RM899 and is available via
vivo’s
 official
e-store
,
Lazada
, and
Shopee
. Purchase the phone from now until 13 December and you’ll also receive a one-year
extended
 warranty, plus one-year screen protection.

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vivo Y20T launches with Snapdragon 662 and 5,000mAh battery

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The
vivo Y20T
 is now official and it packs useful upgrades over last year’s Y20 and
Y20s
.

The new addition to the series comes with a Snapdragon 662 chipset, which is a big improvement over its elder siblings’ Snapdragon 460 SoC.

There’s 6GB of ram as standard, but what’s new is vivo’s Extended RAM 2.0 feature which borrows 1GB of memory from the phone’s storage capacity to be used as temporary RAM.

The Y20T comes with a 6.51-inch HD+ Halo FullView LCD display along with a drop-notch module.

For imaging, there’s a 13MP main lens, along with a 2MP bokeh lens, and 2MP macro lens. For selfies, there’s an 8MP lens which supports Aura Screen Light and Portrait Mode that help create brighter, and more aesthetic selfies.

Powering the phone is a massive 5,000mAh battery along with 18W of fast charging.

The phone is currently only available in
India

– it’s priced from Rs15,490 (about RM857.67). There’s no word on its local availability or pricing yet, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated when more information arrives.

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Vivo Y21T with Snapdragon 680 will be unveiled soon in Malaysia

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After a series of mid-range phone announcements in the industry, Vivo is making its move to bring the Vivo Y21T to the market, which is their very first phone powered by the popular Snapdragon 680 processor.

Like its other Y series smartphones, the Vivo Y21T is expected to come with a trendy design that will attract the younger audiences, it comes with a 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging, a triple camera system that comprise a 50MP primary camera, 2MP macro and depth cameras, and a 8MP front facing camera.

The Vivo Y21T has been unveiled earlier in India and Indonesia with different display variants, the Indian variant comes with a 6.58-inch FHD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate, while the Indonesian variant comes with a 6.51-inch HD+ display with 60Hz refresh rate, which we are unsure which one Vivo Malaysia will bring in.

In other features, the Y21T will have a side mounted fingerprint reader, up to 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage, and a dedicated microSDXC slot for storage expansion.

More details will be unveiled on 26 March 2022, let’s hope Vivo brings in the Indian variant of the phone to rival its competition.

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Vivo Y30 quietly launches in Malaysia at RM899

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Vivo just added another phone to its entry-level series, the Y series. The new
vivo Y30
 will be officially on sale from May 9 onwards for only RM899.

The vivo Y30 has a big screen and a big battery. It comes with a 6.47-inch Ultra O screen and sports a 5,000mAh battery that charges via USB-C. It also comes with four lenses on its back — a 13MP main camera, an 8MP super wide-angle, a 2MP super-macro lens and a 2MP bokeh sensor. On the front, you’re getting an 8MP sensor for your selfie shots.

Apart from that, the vivo Y30 has 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. Similar to the recent
vivo V19
, it also ships with Funtouch OS 10 based on Android 10 that has switched its control centre to resemble those on other Android devices.

The vivo Y30 is available in Dazzle Blue and Moonstone White. It can be purchased at selected vivo concept stores, authorised dealers, collaboration partners, e-commerce platforms and
vivo Store
.

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vivo Y31 launched in Malaysia: Priced at RM999

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The vivo Y31 has just been launched in Malaysia, priced at RM999 for what looks to be a competent lower-midranger device.

The phone measures at 6.58-inches and comes with an FHD+ IPS LCD Halo
FullView
 display. There’s a drop-notch camera in the middle of the top bezel.

Over on the back, you get two 3D Dazzling
finishes
 – Racing Black, and Ocean Blue. The overall design of the phone is reminiscent of the vivo V19 with its curved back panel and
rectangular
 camera housing.

For imaging, the phone comes with a triple camera setup – a 48MP main lens, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, you get a simple 8MP front shooter. The phone touts a Super Night Mode feature which allows for brighter low-light photos.

Under the hood is a Snapdragon 662 chipset along with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The phone is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support of up to 18W of fast charging.

The Y31 runs on
FunTouchOS
 11 and comes with features such as Audio Booster which allows you to ramp up the volume up to 73 decibels without crackling; plus, gamers also get to enjoy Multi-Turbo 4.0 which optimizes the phone when gaming to minimize stuttering.

Sale starts this 5 March, and you can visit
vivo’s

online store
,
Shopee page
, or
Lazada page
 to make your purchase.

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vivo Y32 revealed: The first phone with a Snapdragon 680 chip

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The vivo Y32 has officially been announced in China, which makes this the first smartphone to use a Snapdragon 620 chipset. vivo’s Y series was known to be their more affordable smartphones, and back in March this year, vivo had launched
 Y31
, so let’s see what upgrades the Y32 has in store.

As for the design of the vivo Y32, it comes in a thin and light form factor, with a glossy back panel that measures 8mm thin and weighs 182g. It is also available in two colors – Harumi Blue and Foggy Night.

This phone also has a 6.51-inch HD+ LCD display that pushes a 60Hz refresh rate and includes a waterdrop notch on the top which houses an 8MP front camera. While on the back, it comes with a dual-camera system that features a 13MP main shooter, and a 2MP macro lens.

As for the internal specifications of the vivo Y32, it comes with the aforementioned Snapdragon 680 SoC, along with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage that is expandable via a microSD card. In terms of the battery, the phone has a 5000mAh battery that supports 18W charging via a USB-C.

This device also includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and face recognition. Although the phone does not support 5G, it does have dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0. Additionally, the vivo Y32 is priced at CNY1,399 (roughly RM927), with no news when it will be available on the market, so stay tuned for more updates.

Source –
vivo (China)

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vivo Y33s: Why you should get this RM999 smartphone

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The latest
vivo Y33s
 has been launched in Malaysia recently, sporting specs and features that not many smartphones in the same price segment would.

With “That’s Y” as its tagline, the vivo Y33s gives users the several reasons why it’s a midrange smartphone that is worth purchasing; here’s why:

Attention-grabbing design and large display

The vivo Y33s is available in two colours — Mirror Black and Midday Dream. Whether users prefer a classic black appearance, or a dreamy pastel mix, both variants that are equally appealing and trendy.

The Mirror Black version uses a double layer coating that literally turns the rear of the vivo Y33s into a mirror while the Midday Dream colour uses liquid crystal coating to bring shine and smoothness to the back panel that is a gradient of orange and blue.

It’s not just the slim 8.0mm design; the vivo Y33s also has a large 6.58-inch display with a 90.6% screen-to-body ratio and it pushes FHD+ resolution in addition to offering vibrant colours with good amount of details.

With the built-in blue light filter, users can protect their eyes when reading or watching movies in a lowlight environment.

Performance is not an issue, especially with vivo’s RAM expansion

The vivo Y33s sports 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, but both can be expanded in different ways; when users run out of memory, the vivo Y33s automatically converts idle, free storage to RAM — users can get up to 4GB of additional RAM this way.

For those who love storing photos and videos on their phones, they can also insert a microSD card and get up to 1TB of storage in the vivo Y33s.

Powered by the Helio G80 processor, this smartphone can support games like PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang with ease as it is a gaming-optimised processor.

Battery that can last you all-day long

Apart from offering good performance, vivo also understand users’ need for long hours of usage, hence the inclusion of a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charge.

With a hefty battery, this phone can usually last a day or two, plus its 18W fast charging offers a full charge from 0% to 100% within 150 minutes — that’s justifiable since the vivo Y33s has a large battery.

Users can even reverse charge other devices using the vivo Y33s; this feature is useful for emergencies — whether it’s juicing up someone else’s dying phone or charging accessories like wireless earbuds to be used on the go.

A camera system that caters to day and night scenarios

Equipped with a 50MP triple camera setup, the vivo Y33s can capture high-definition photos no matter day or night — this is made possible with vivo’s Super Night Mode algorithm, Super HDR and Eye Autofocus technologies.

On the front, users get a 16MP selfie camera with additional features such as Super Night Selfie, Smart Screen Flash; pair this with the existing beauty adjustments and pose suggestions, taking selfies with the vivo Y33s becomes effortless and fun.

That’s Y you should get the vivo Y33s

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With all these features and specs, the vivo Y33s is an interesting smartphone that offers value for money.

It is priced at RM999 and can be purchased from vivo Malaysia
 e-store
 and vivo’s official store on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

This article is sponsored by vivo.

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vivo Y35: a smartphone that delivers double the fun of a regular mid-range phone

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Looking for a stylish yet practical smartphone without breaking the bank? The vivo Y35 should be on the top of your list because it is one super fun smartphone to own for just RM1,099, featuring a sleek body profile and an attractive holographic Dawn Gold and Agate Black back cover, here are 5 things that will makes it more fun than any other smartphones of the same class.

8GB+8GB Extended RAM 3.0 – double RAM, double fun

With 8GB of RAM, the vivo Y35 already allows you to run multiple apps in the background like a champ and you can switch between them like a breeze, it allows you to further extend up to an additional 8GB RAM for an even better multitasking experience, which is one thing that no other smartphones of its class offer and you can easily get back to an app or game that you left off without going through all that loading time.

256GB Large Storage – double the storage of most mid-range phones

The vivo Y35 comes with 256GB of internal storage which you will find it ample for all of your selfies and road trip photos, you can even expand the phone’s storage with a MicroSD card by up to 1TB if you require more than that, most phones of the same class only offer up to 128GB and some don’t even offer storage expansion, that’s Y it is the obvious choice.

44W FlashCharge & 5000mAh battery – double power to do anything

The vivo Y35 powers up your day with a huge 5000mAh battery and alongside a power efficient Snapdragon 680 processor, it easily lasts you up to two days of charge with moderate usage and still save you a bit of juice when you end your hectic work day, and when you need to charge up the phone to continue, it supports 44W FlashCharge that gets you back to 70% from single digit battery levels in 34 minutes.

IP54 splash and dust resistance – double the protection

Did your last phone died because of a coffee spill? The vivo Y35 is the only phone in its class to feature IP54 splash and dust resistance, so that you can be assured that your phone won’t die on you because of that clumsy hand of yours, and it can definitely take on a few splashes by the pool if you want to capture memories with the phone’s 50MP main camera.

90Hz Display and Audio Boost – double entertainment experience

The vivo Y35 has a super bright and colorful 6.58-inch 90Hz IPS panel that can reach a maximum brightness of 550 nits, offering decent outdoor visibility and smooth transitions, it also has Widevine L1 support so that you can watch HD quality shows on streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, which is one thing that other similar priced smartphones don’t usually offer, complete it with an audio boosted loudspeaker, binge watching your favorite shows on a mid-range phone has never been this good.

The vivo Y35 is currently available to purchase for RM1,099 with free gifts worth RM298 for a limited time, including a vivo Sport Crossbody Bag and 1-year extended warranty, grab yours now at
vivo Malaysia E-Store
,
Shopee
,
Lazada
 and
TikTok store
.

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vivo Y35 launches in Malaysia, 256GB large storage and 5000mAh battery for RM1099

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vivo has officially launched the value oriented and trendy vivo Y35 smartphone, succeeding the most recent Y33T smartphone with several upgrades while sporting a new holographic design on the back.

Powered by a Snapdragon 680 processor, the Y35 comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage, the former can be further expanded with an additional 8GB virtual RAM for running more apps in the background, it features a 6.58-inch FHD+ display that refreshes at 90Hz and supports P3 color gamut, which is the best display ever fitted on the Y series.

vivo has also made the Y35 to be more durable as it has gone through rigorous quality tests to ensure it is durable against scratches, drop tests and extreme weather conditions, the phone is also IP54 water and dust resistant, making it a unique selling proposition among other similar classed phones.

Coupled with a 5000mAh battery, the vivo Y35 will get users back to 70% battery levels from 0% in just 34 minutes all thanks to 44W FlashCharge, the phone’s mono loudspeaker has also been enhanced to include an audio booster that can further play louder audio at up to 72dB.

In terms of cameras, the vivo Y35 comes with a triple camera array that consist of a 50MP main, 2MP macro and 2MP depth sensor, a 16MP sensor is in charge of selfies.

The vivo Y35 retails at RM1,099 and can be preordered at vivo Malaysia’s official
E-store
,
Shopee
 and
Lazada
 store, early birds who preorder the phone from 12 to 16 August will be entitled free gifts of up to RM547 that comprise of brand vouchers, vivo sports crossbody bag, 1-year extended warranty and 1-year screen crack protection warranty.

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vivo Y35 review: a phone that doesn’t try hard to be fun

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Every time vivo announces a new Y series smartphone, and by all means, we are expecting a new release almost every four months, I totally cringed whenever they mention the ‘That’s Y’ tagline. Granted, brands want their mid-range phones to look cool for everyone, but to be honest, vivo really doesn’t need to do all that cringey marketing with the Y35, because after using for about close to a month, it is probably one of the more practical mid-range phones that vivo has made, and they just need to do it better, but it sadly isn’t one fun phone that its marketing has suggested.

Compared to the vivo Y33t, the vivo Y35 certainly brings a few necessary things to the table apart from a refreshing new holographic back design, it now has a 5000mAh battery with support for 44W fast charging, a 90Hz 6.58-inch IPS display, and 256GB of internal storage, which is quite a significant upgrade from what you get on its supposedly predecessor and what the Y33t could have been, the Y35 is still powered by the same Snapdragon 680 processor and has the same triple camera system that comprise a 50MP wide, 2MP depth and 2MP macro lens, it is the regular ‘if it ain’t broken don’t fix it’ job we are seeing on smartphones these days.

Despite that, I am very happy that vivo has managed to get this phone Widevine L1 certified and fitted a really nice IPS panel for my Netflix binge watch sessions, which is very unlikely to be present on many other similar classed phones I have reviewed in the past, even if they come with nicer AMOLED panels or faster refresh rate, but I also hated the display because it still has the extremely dated V-shaped notch and thick bottom bezels that has eventually become a signature on the Y series, That’s Y, no pun intended, it is a pretty boring looking phone.

If I were to commend one more thing about the vivo Y35, that would be its much better mono loudspeaker that vivo has added an Audio Boost software enhancement to make it sound a lot louder than most other phones with mono loudspeakers, but on a side note, many mid-range phones today have started to embrace stereo speakers, which definitely sounds way better than a mono loudspeaker with a boosted volume and I believe vivo can definitely afford to include that to make it a ‘fun’ phone.

As a consolation, the vivo Y35’s mono loudspeaker does sound better than the one on the Honor 70.

Oh yeah, the vivo Y35 is also the very first Y series phone to be IP56 certified water and dust resistant, so that’s definitely one big win over most mid-range phones, the fun level has just one upped at this point of the review.

Like any other present vivo phones, the vivo Y35 comes preloaded with the Funtouch OS 12 skin based on Android 12, which offers an overall decent software experience and doesn’t bog down the phone’s performance apart from having a few preinstalled bloatware and annoying ad notifications, the phone performs just like what a mid-range phone should be and you will definitely not be disappointed with its performance in browsing webpages and swiping your social feeds.

The fun of the vivo Y35 pauses at the camera, which I mentioned earlier is exactly the same camera setup as the Y33t, despite having a totally different camera bump design that doesn’t look fun either, but I’m not going to discount it immediately as a bad camera system, because the primary 50MP f/1.8 lens takes decent outdoor photos without looking too oversaturated or washed out, and to give it a bit of credit, some low light shots with adequate lighting looks reasonably good as well, but that’s really all about it, you can’t take any ultrawide shots as the two other 2MP lens are just very much for show.

As for selfies, the vivo Y35 is once again less fun with a 16MP camera, which makes me wonder why would the product manager wouldn’t just go for a higher resolution shooter at least on paper, although it is a resolution that’s more than adequate for prints, I was underwhelmed with the image quality with washed out colors when shot under bright outdoors, but on the bright side, at least the camera takes 1080p videos so you won’t feel ashamed of uploading that dance video up to Tiktok.

Battery life is impressive on the vivo Y35, which should come as no surprise considering it is equipped with a 5000mAh battery and assisted by the power efficient Snapdragon 680 processor, doing a 6 hour screen-on-time on a single charge in a day is effortless, while 44W fast charging gets you back in no time should you forget to charge your phone.

‘Unleash Double Fun’, the quirky marketing tagline for the vivo Y35, seem to have overpromised of what it should be, the subtle upgrades over the 4-month old Y33t are commendable, but on a serious note, every Y series that vivo releases are just pure boring iterative updates rather than actually being fun, hiring an ambassador also doesn’t solve the identity crisis of the Y series over the more attractive T series, vivo needs to be more focused on what it intends to do with the Y series, at least give it a few gimmicks that I can consider other phones boring, even if they turn out to be bad ones, at least vivo could have tried.

No, this isn’t the V25, it is the Y35

Despite that, the vivo Y35’s retail price of RM1,099 is nonetheless attractive considering the large 256GB internal storage and battery size you are getting, which you can grab it at Lazada, Shopee and vivo Malaysia E-Store.

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The vivo Y35 is a good mid-range phone, if not for its less appealing retail price of RM1099 and lazy upgrades over the Y33t, it would have done well if vivo hadn't done such extreme marketing until the point of hiring an ambassador of it.

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5

The Goods

Widevine L1 certified for Netflix HD streaming

Good battery life and 44W fast charging

IP56 water and dust resistant

Reliable everyday performance

Camera isn't too bad

The Bads

Lazy upgrades

Dated front face

Average selfie camera

 5.0

Average Score

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vivo Y36 5G launches in Malaysia for RM1099

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vivo Malaysia has officially unveiled the vivo Y36 5G, it is the brand’s most affordable 5G smartphone to date that retails at just RM1,099, it even comes with a Malaysia tourist spot inspired Semporna Green color, alongside with a Mystic Black color option, this phone has quite a lot to offer for the money you are paying.

Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6020 chipset, the vivo Y36 is the first phone of its category to be equipped with this processor and comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage, its RAM can be further expanded to an additional 8GB for running more background apps, but it doesn’t offer MicroSD storage expansion.

The phone features a 6.64-inch FHD+ IPS display that refreshes at 60Hz with a punch hole cutout that houses a 16MP shooter, while it features a mono loudspeaker that has an Audio Booster feature that further increases volume.

On the rear, the vivo Y36 5G features the familiar 50MP main + 2MP depth camera setup, while the main camera supports up to 1080p 60 fps video recording.

Battery life is going to be impressive with a 5000mAh battery and it supports 44W vivo FlashCharge, which gets up to 50% from 0% in just 30 minutes, the phone will also thankfully support USB PD charging if you don’t have its charging brick.

The vivo Y36 5G can now be purchased at
vivo’s official E-Store
,
Lazada
,
Shopee
, TikTok Shop and authorized dealers nationwide, customers will receive a 1-year extended warranty, vivo TWS earphones, a phone holder and 60% off color earphone when they purchase the phone from 13th-16th June 2023.

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vivo Y36 5G: no compromise budget 5G phone with Semporna Green color

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5G has gotten more accessible along with affordable data plans, there’s no better time than now to switch to a new 5G phone that not only looks stylish but doesn’t compromise on features.

That’s Y, this brings us to the vivo Y36 5G with the unique Semporna Green colour, which is named after the beautiful clear greenish waters of Semporna, Sabah, combined with 2.5D curved design and flat frame, this is probably the nicest looking 5G phone within its class.

However, don’t let its beautiful design mesmerize you just yet, because there’s a whole lot of features that makes the vivo Y36 5G a better entry 5G phone than the competition, so here’s all you need to know about it.

Modern Specs with Large Storage

Unlike many entry 5G phones, the vivo Y36 5G is powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 6020 chipset that offers great everyday performance all thanks to its 7nm process, it also offers better power efficiency when connected to 5G networks so that you can stay on the fast lane longer than anyone else.

Storing a lot of photos and videos? The vivo Y36 5G has got you covered with 256GB of internal storage, and its fast UFS 2.2 storage loads apps and games faster than conventional eMMC storage, not to mention that it also comes with an 8GB+8GB Extended RAM 3.0 for running more apps in the background.

Do more with 5G connectivity

Sorry WiFi, you are no longer the fastest these days, but 5G is.

There are so many things you can achieve with 5G while you are on the go, you get reduced latency over 4G networks and higher download speeds, which lets you download files and movies in mere seconds, play competitive MOBA games with your friends with faster response time or do cloud gaming, and perform video calls in higher resolution.

You will never miss your home Internet while you’re out with the vivo Y36 5G.

Shoot Photos with Confidence on the 50MP fun camera

Most entry 5G phones sadly don’t come with great cameras in order to reduce costs, however the vivo Y36 5G features a 50-megapixel fun camera with a large f/1.8 aperture and is assisted by a secondary depth camera, which allows you to capture beautiful bokeh flare portraits in low light photos that’s only possible on more expensive phones.

On the front, a capable 16-megapixel camera resides in a simple punch hole cutout, it comes with Portrait Lighting that lets you select a series of effects that best highlights your facial features.

Big Battery and Super-Fast Charging

No 5G phone is great without a large battery.

That’s Y, the vivo Y36 5G is equipped with a large 5,000mAh battery that’s capable of enduring a heavy workday when connected to 5G networks. To continue staying on the fast lane, the vivo Y36 5G also features 44W vivo FlashCharge that gets you from 0-70%  of battery level in just 30 minutes.

Irresistible Value for an Entry 5G phone

Want to get on the 5G bandwagon? The vivo Y36 5G with doesn’t cost an arm and leg as it retails for just RM1,099, which really shouldn’t be this affordable as it comes with such a premium design and decent feature set, it can now be purchased at vivo Malaysia E-Store, official Lazada and Shopee online store, TikTok Shop and all authorised dealers nationwide.

To make this a sweeter deal, customers who purchase vivo Y36 5G during 13 June-16 July 2023 are entitled to free gifts worth up to RM298, including a TWS earbud and a 1-year extended warranty, loyal customers will also receive a SMS from vivo concept stores to be eligible for a 1-year screen protection, which will need to be redeemed during the first sale period.

Good deal, right? That’s Y, you should get on the 5G camp now with the vivo Y36 5G.

Head
here
 to purchase the vivo Y36 5G.

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New vivo Y50 with 6GB RAM to launch under RM1,000

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Vivo is launching an online-exclusive smartphone this month — the vivo Y50. Now, it’s not exactly a ‘new’ model, but this phone will be repackaged to be offered at a lower price.

The
 current Y50
 available in Malaysia is priced at RM1,099 and comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The repackaged vivo Y50 will be available in 6GB RAM and 128GB storage and is confirmed to be priced below RM1,000 — we’re assuming that it’ll be RM999.

Apart from the slightly lower RAM storage, the repackaged model should be similar to its previous version. It’ll come with a 6.53-inch Ultra O FHD+ screen and a 90.77% screen-to-body ratio. We’re still expecting the Starry Black and Iris Blue variants, and the rear fingerprint sensor should remain.

Under the hood, the vivo Y50 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 paired with a 5,000mAh battery. The previous version has a 13MP camera paired with two 2MP lenses and another 8MP super wide-angle camera while the front holds a 16MP selfie lens.

There’s still no exact availability and pricing, but it should be arriving very soon.

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vivo Y55s leaked ahead of official launch

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The vivo Y55s is about to debut in China but details of it has already surfaced
online

to reveal its specs and display.

This phone will reportedly come with a 6.58-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a teardrop notch commonly seen in most vivo phones. With a thickness of 9.17mm, the device weighs 199g. Apart from that, it will come with a 50MP main camera and 2MP auxiliary lens on the back panel. The teardrop notch houses an 8MP selfie camera on the front.

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Under the hood, this phone is expected to come with a Dimensity 700 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Other details include a preinstalled Android 11, support for Dual-SIM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and even a fingerprint scanner on the side. It is also expected to come with a 6,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging which will surely last you the whole day.

The phone is currently listed on China Telecom with a price of 1,899 Yuan (RM1,260) and will officially launch on 4 December. Currently there’s no specific date when it will hit other markets but we’ll be sure to keep you updated.

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The Vivo Y69 will make your selfies right

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Vivo might not have the best smartphones out there in the market, but the company is one of the best smartphone manufacturers in terms of smartphone sales on its home soil China. The brand has been selling pretty well in Asian markets too, rightly proving the impact of selfie centric smartphones in the industry. Vivo has yet another selfie focused smartphone that stands out from the rest of its mid range specs.

The Vivo Y69 Vivo’s latest offering from its long line of selfie smartphones. For starters, the phone only sports a mediocre 720p display instead of a 1080p one, measuring at 5.5-inches. Underneath the hood lies a MediaTek MT6750 processor clocked at 1.5 GHz, alongside 3GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage via the micro SD card slot.

Vivo has been known to prioritize on its selfie cameras instead of the rear cameras for its handsets, and the Vivo Y69 is not an exception. On the back you’ll find a rear camera of 13 megapixels with f/2.2 aperture and a more impressive on paper 16MP selfie camera with an aperture of f/2.0. The selfie camera will have features such as Group Selfie, Bokeh and Live Photos. The phone is powered by a 3,000mAh battery which is enough for the 720p display and the mid range processing internals.

The Vivo Y69 is currently an India exclusive device and will be sold in the country beginning next month at a price of INR 14,990 (RM 1,001.22).

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vivo Y70s launched with Exynos 880 chip – 5G-ready with all-rounder specs

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The vivo Y70s is the latest entry to the brand’s long-standing Y-
series
 midrange smartphones. It was quietly introduced in its native China and it looks like a decent affordable 5G smartphone.

Image credit: vivo China

The vivo Y70s has a 6.53-inch FHD+ LCD display that houses a punch hole camera – a feature that looks to be the de-facto design for smartphone displays in 2020. It’s got a chin, but otherwise, the bezels on this phone
appears
 to be quite thin.

Image credit: vivo China

For imaging, you get a 48MP triple camera setup – 48MP main + 8MP ultrawide shooter + 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, you get the standard 16MP front shooter.

Image credit: vivo China

Under the hood, you get an
Exynos
 880 from Samsung – it packs 2x Cortex-A77 cores, and 6x Cortex-A55 cores. For graphics, you also get an ARM Mali –G76 chip which Samsung claims allows for high-framerate in-game rendering. Basically, Samsung’s saying you can run mobile games at its maximum graphics settings without problems. The phone also comes with 128GB internal storage paired with either 6GB or 8GB RAM.

The vivo Y70s also comes with a 4,500mAh battery which supports 18W of fast charging. The phone ships with Android 10 with
FunTouch
 OS layered on top.

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All in all, for CNY1,998 (RM1,222) for the 6GB model and CNY 2,198 (RM1,345) for the 8GB RAM variant, the vivo Y70s looks like a decent buy if you’re looking for something powerful yet doesn’t break the bank. There’s no word on when it’ll come to Malaysia, but we’ll keep you posted as more information comes.

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vivo Y76s 5G officially launched in China: Priced from about RM1,168

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vivo has been adding a lot of smartphones to their Y series – first with the
Y20T
 in October, then the
 Y15s
 earlier this month, and now they have launched the Y76s 5G in its native China.

This smartphone comes with a 6.58-inch FHD+ LCD, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The device has an aspect ratio of 20:9, a 180Hz touch sampling rate, and a resolution of 2408 x 1080p. Meanwhile, the back panel features a dual-camera setup, with a 5MP main lens, and a 2MP macro shooter. The front camera uses an 8MP selfie camera.

The vivo Y76s 5G uses a Dimensity 810 chip, and has 8GB of RAM onboard, which can be expanded up to 12GB. It also has 128GB or 256GB of storage options, which are expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card. This is all being powered by a 4,100 mAh battery that supports 44W fast charging.

Other features include 5G connectivity, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a 5-layer liquid cooling system, USB-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Currently, the vivo y76s 5G is only available in China and is available in white, black, and blue. The base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage will be priced at  CNY1,799 (approximately RM1,168), while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage model will be priced at CNY1,999 (approximately RM 1,298). There has been no information shared about the device launching globally, but it is expected to launch soon, so keep your eyes peeled. For more details about the smartphone, head to
 vivo’s China website.

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vivo Y77 5G goes official with 256GB storage and 5000mAh battery for RM1299

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vivo Malaysia has introduced the Y77 5G smartphone to its young and spontaneous Y series line up, the successor to the Y76 5G now sports a more powerful processor and increased internal storage to 256GB, while retaining a stylish design and all-day battery life with a 5000mAh battery.

The Y77 5G has a 6.58-inch Full HD+ display like its predecessor and is powered by a more powerful Mediatek Dimensity 810 processor with 8GB of RAM, which the latter can be virtually expanded up to an additional 4GB RAM, internal storage is also expandable with a MicroSD card. While the 5000mAh battery is a decent upgrade over the previous Y76 5G, the Y77 5G however comes with slower 18W charging instead of the previous 44W fast charging.

In terms of cameras, the Y77 5G sports a 50MP JN1 primary sensor that is claimed to offer superior image quality in various lighting conditions, it is accompanied by a 2MP macro sensor that allows users to take close up subjects as close as 4cm. For selfies, the Y77 5G has a 16MP sensor with AI Face Beauty algorithm, while the camera app supports dual-view video and multi-style portrait for a more fun camera experience.

The vivo Y77 5G ships with Funtouch OS 12 based on Android 12, it retails at RM1,299 and can be preordered at vivo Malaysia’s e-store, Shopee and Lazada store, customers will receive free gifts worth up to RM597 which include brand collaboration vouchers from Hisense, Rever and Gravastar, a Foomee TWS, 1-year extended warranty and 1-year screen protection.

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vivo Y78 5G: a stylish and practical everyday 5G phone

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Choosing a smartphone these days within the sub RM1,500 category can be a tough one, as there are so many devices to choose from, but not all of them can strike the balance of style and practicality, which brings us to check out the latest vivo Y78 5G, it features a sleek 7.89mm body, fashionable Dreamy Gold color, large 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display and finally, 5G connectivity, making it a great choice for the outgoing individual who wants a stylish and practical phone, and here’s more you need to know about it.

Capture with Confidence on the 64-megapixel camera with OIS

It sucks when your photos and videos always come out blurry and shaky whenever you want to capture the best moment with your friends, the vivo Y78 5G eliminates that worry with a powerful 64-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization, a hardware-based stabilization that can only usually be found on expensive flagship phones.

The camera also shoots at a pixel-binned 12-megapixel resolution so that you get bright and clear photos even when shooting at low lighting conditions, while it allows you to reframe your shots without losing detail when shooting at its native 64-megapixel resolution, the sky is truly just the limit when it comes to taking photos on the vivo Y78 5G.

Buttery Smooth 120Hz AMOLED Display

Yes, you get a beautifully curved AMOLED display, and it gets even better when you have a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 1300 nits, which allows you to enjoy smooth transitions when using the phone and view content clearly at bright outdoors.

The curved display also makes holding the phone a lot easier compared to other phones with similar display sizes, coupled with the Dreamy Gold back that color shifts, the vivo Y78 5G sure offers a premium aesthetic that its competition can’t match.

Practical Everyday Performance and Efficiency

The vivo Y78 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage, which enables you to watch TikTok videos, scroll your Facebook feed and text your friends all-day long without breaking a sweat.

With 5G connectivity, your web pages and movies load way faster than your home’s WiFi network while you are on the go, while it can also take up battery life, the vivo Y78 5G combats that with a large 5000mAh battery which easily offers a full day of heavy usage, and 44W vivo FlashCharge that offers 49% of battery in just 30 minutes.

Premium Features at a Great Value

The premium build quality and exceptional features of the vivo Y78 5G comes in at a great value of RM1,399, you also get gifts worth up to RM599 including a 3-month VIU subscription, a Y-Series TWS earphone, 180 days extended warranty and screen protection warranty.

The vivo Y78 5G can now be purchased at
vivo E-Store
,
TikTok Shop
,
Lazada
 and
Shopee
.

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Vivo Y91 will officially be available in Malaysia on 5 January 2019, priced at RM799

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It has been confirmed, Vivo Malaysia has announced that the Vivo Y91 will officially be available in Malaysia on 5 January 2019.

The Vivo Y91 comes with 3GB RAM and 64GB of storage, which could be expanded up to 256GB by using a memory card, while its processor is Mediatek Helio P22.

The Vivo Y91 has a 6.22 inch Halo FullView Display with a much smaller notch, with a design that resembles the halo of a rising sun. The viewing experience is further enhanced with a screen-to-body ratio of 88.6%.

It is equipped with 4,030mAh battery and fingerprint sensor that unlocks your phone instantly, along with face access.

Other than that, the Vivo Y91 camera comes with 13MP + 2MP rear camera, and a 8MP front camera.

The Vivo Y91 will be sold at the price of RM799, and will be available for purchase at all Vivo Concept Store, authorised dealers and collaboration partners, and online market place such as Shopee, Lazada, 11street, Lmall, and Vivo Official e-store,
Vivo Store
.

For more information about the Vivo Y91, feel free to visit this
website
.

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Vivo Y91C is officially available in Malaysia at the price of RM499

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The V15 series was just announced recently but vivo is already bringing in another device to Malaysia, the vivo Y91C.

The vivo Y91C comes with a 6.22-inch Halo FullView display with a dewdrop notch, similar to the Y91 and Y91i. Though it does not have a fingerprint sensor on its back, the phone supports face access so you won’t have to rely solely on passcodes.

Apart from that, the Y91C comes with a MT6762R processor like its other two siblings, and has 2GB RAM paired with 32GB storage that can be expanded up to 256GB with a microSD card. It ships with Funtouch OS 4.5 based on Android 8.1 and battery wise, the Y91C holds a hefty 4,030mAh battery that can at least last you a full day if you’re not a heavy gamer.

The vivo Y91C also comes with a 13MP AI camera on its back, while its front houses a 5MP selfie camera. Both cameras support face beauty, voice control and also palm capture.

The real highlight of the phone is its reasonable price of RM499 as the device has quite a large display and also a large battery. You can get the Y91C in Fusion Black or Ocean Blue.

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Vivo Z1 Pro is a gaming-centric phone with features like 4D vibrations, game countdown timers and more

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The Vivo Z5x which was launched a month ago in China; the phone will also be making its way to India but will be rebranded as the Vivo Z1 Pro instead. Another thing that’s different is that the phone will be gaming-centric when it hits Indian shores, as reports suggest.

The official Z1 Pro page on Vivo India shows off the phone’s gaming features; weirdly, the features seem to be geared towards PUBG: Mobile; we say weird because the game is banned in India (although not fully) – a recent report said that gamers were arrested for playing PUBG: Mobile. Perhaps the features will come in handy in other games?

Note-worthy features on the Vivo Z1 Pro include a game countdown timer that reminds you to join a game if you’re on your home screen for some reason. There’s also a feature that lets you change your voice in the game as well as “4D” haptic vibrations and 3D surround sound when a match starts.

Since it
is
the Vivo Z5x re-branded, you can expect the same specs – think a 6.53-inch display , Snapdragon 712 chipset but with an “enhanced GPU”, a 5,000mAh battery, possibly up to 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage and more.

Image credit: Vivo India

The phone, however, is said to come with an upgraded 32MP selfie camera, as opposed to the Z5x’s 16MP lens. The phone will support 18W fast-charging and run on FunTouch OS 9. It is unsure if we’ll see the Vivo Z1 Pro in Malaysia; but if it does, we can see it doing well considering the size of our local PUBG: Mobile player base.

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Vivo is launching the Z1X in India today with a 4,500mAh battery with 22.5W fast charging

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We already know Vivo plans to unveil the NEX 3 5G and also the V17 Pro but that’s not all of it. Vivo is reported to launch the Z1X today in India and it’s supposedly better than the Z1 Pro that was launched in India back in July.

According to reports, the Z1X is going to sport a 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution. Despite the fact that it’ll still have a rather common waterdrop notch, the Z1X is said to come with an in-screen fingerprint sensor that only requires 0.48 second to unlock the phone.

Apart from that, the phone is an upper-midrange phone that is powered by the Snapdragon 712 chipset paired with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. It will be shipping with FunTouch OS 9.1 based on Android 9 Pie, in addition to sporting a huge 4,500mAh battery with 22.5W FlashCharge.

The Z1X’s camera setup is also quite impressive. On its front, the phone has a 32MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture while on its rear, you’ll spot a 48MP lens, an 8MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth sensor.

The Vivo Z1X comes in Fusion Blue and Phantom Purpler. It is set to go on sale on September 13 in India but since the Z1 Pro wasn’t brought to Malaysia, it’s possible that we won’t be getting the Z1X in Malaysia too.

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Vivo Z5x goes official with 6.53″ Full HD+ punch-hole display and 5000mAh battery

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Popular Chinese smartphone maker Vivo has launched a new mid-range smartphone in China, dubbed Z5x. The smartphone’s key highlights include a large punch-hole display and massive 5000mAh capacity battery with 18W fast charging support.

Vivo Z5x is equipped with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display featuring 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution and an impressive 90.77% screen-to-body ratio. As confirmed by
leaks
 before the launch of the phone, it has a Snapdragon 710 octa-core processor inside. When it comes to memory, the Z5x is available with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB UFS 2.1 internal storage. Further storage expansion is possible too, all thanks to a dedicated microSD card slot.

In the camera department, Vivo’s latest mid-range smartphone sports a 16MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup at the rear. The 16MP primary sensor has been paired with an f/1.78 aperture, while the 8MP ultra-wide angle camera has an f/2.2 aperture. For selfies, the phone uses a 16MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. Both the front and rear cameras come with various AI-enhanced features to boost the photography experience. The smartphone’s biggest selling point, as mentioned earlier, is the massive 5000mAh battery. It supports reverse charging as well, which means you can use the Z5x as a power bank to charge other mobile devices via OTG.

The Vivo Z5x starts at CNY1,398 (RM849) in China for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. On the other hand, the top-end variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage costs CNY1,998 (RM1,213). Color options include Midnight Black, Aurora Blue, and Phantom Black. The smartphone will be going on sale in China starting from next week. No word yet on availability outside China.

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Vivo Z5x press renders and specifications leaked ahead of launch on May 24

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Vivo has announced that it will be holding a launch event in China on May 24 at 19:30 local time to launch the Z5x. Ahead of the smartphone’s formal debut in the country, it has been listed on popular Chinese e-commerce website JD.com.

The Vivo Z5x listing on JD.com includes high-resolution press renders of the smartphone, showing a punch-hole display and vertically-stacked triple rear cameras. Accompanying the triple cameras on the back of the phone is a fingerprint sensor.

According to the JD.com listing, Vivo Z5x will be available in 4GB + 64GB, 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 128GB storage variants. As for color options, the Z-series smartphone will be available in Extreme Night Black and Phantom Black options.

While the JD.com listing does not reveal the key specifications of the smartphone, the Z5x has been caught on the popular Geekbench benchmark database. Going by the Geekbench listing, Vivo Z5x will be powered by a powerful Snapdragon 710 mid-range processor. A major highlight of the upcoming smartphone is expected to be its
massive 5000mAh battery
.

The phone is also rumored to feature a 6.53-inch sized display with Full HD+ resolution and a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. On the software front, Vivo Z5x will be launched with the company’s Funtouch OS 9 running atop Android 9 Pie.

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Vivo’s Christmas promotion includes free accessories for purchase of the vivo V11, V11i and Y91i

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From today onwards, the third batch of Vivo Christmas Carnival Season will begin with the company offering various accessories to its users when they purchase selected vivo smartphones.

The V11 and V11i that have been quite popular recently will be selling at RM1,699 and RM1,099 and customers who purchase either of the phones will be getting free vivo headphones. The vivo V11 comes with 6.41-inch Super AMOLED Halo FullView display and is powered by the Snapdragon 660 AIE processor, in addition to its 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. It runs on Funtouch OS 4.5 based on Android 8.1, and has 3400mAh battery, not to mention that it comes with a 25MP front camera and a dual 12MP+5MP rear camera.

On the other hand, the Vivo V11i comes with a slightly smaller screen which is a 6.3-inch Halo FullView display and runs on MTK Helio P60. It has 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, and like the V11, it runs on Funtouch OS 4.5 based on Android 8.1. The phone has a 3315mAh battery which is slightly lesser than the V11 but it has a better dual rear camera with 16MP+5MP sensors, and it comes with a similar 25MP front camera.

Both the V11 and V11i comes in Nebula and Starry Night, but the latter has a limited Fairy Pink Edition which is suitable for those who love pastel pink.

Besides that, customers can also get the Y91i that will be available from 16 December. If you haven’t seen the full specs of the Y91i, you can do so by clicking
here
. Customers who purchase the Y91i will also get a vivo speakers for free. These three smartphones and the promotion is available at all vivo Concept Stores, authorised dealers, collaboration partners, online market place such as Lazada, Shopee, 11street, Lmall and also
vivostore.com.my
.

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Vivo’s exclusive Raya Shopee sale is happening now where you can get discounts of up to 55% on Vivo phones

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If you’re looking to get yourself a new phone,
Shopee
 and Vivo may have something for you. In conjunction with the festive period, Vivo Malaysia has launched their exclusive online sale on
Shopee
 where a list of Vivo smartphones will get up to 55 percent discounts.

The list of phones includes the Vivo NEX, Y91, Y71i, V11 and V15. If you use the
Shopee
 mobile app to make your purchase, you’ll also get gifts like
raya
 packets, surprise gifts, freebies and vouchers.

The Raya Dengan Shopee sale starts today and will end on June 6, so visit
Vivo’s
 official
Shopee
 page
here
 and grab yourself a new phone!

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Vivo’s introduces its mysterious new sub-brand called iQOO

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If you visit
www.iqoo.com
, you’ll see a long paragraph of Chinese text telling you about vivo, the smartphone company. This is not a mistake though, because iQOO is the new sub-brand of vivo that is also selling smartphones.

About an hour ago, the sub-brand posted a video on Weibo that is said to be from vivo fans made for iQOO on how to pronounce the brand so if you’re also wondering how to pronounce iQOO, do watch the video below.

http://klgadgetguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/004dM6OSlx07rwCu4keA01041200f4X80E010.mp4

There has been no information regarding the brand except for its name and its intention on selling smartphones, but GSMArena said that vivo will be sending an iQOO smartphone to one lucky fan tomorrow, so we can only wait to see what kind of smartphone is iQOO offering.

GSMArena also suspect that the iQOO phones could be gaming smartphones, similar to ASUS and its ROG Phone or nubia and its Red Magic phones. While iQOO only have three posts so far, its Weibo account has already reached over 33,000 followers.

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Vivo’s iQOO Neo is making its debut on July 2 with an improved 4D Smart Shock

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What was first known as iQOO Youth Edition has now been dubbed iQOO Neo, the second gaming smartphone that vivo plans to release. It’s now announced to be launched in Chengdu, China on July 2 — just three months after the launch of the first vivo gaming phone.

The iQOO Neo is expected to sport a 6.38-inch AMOLED screen and just like the iQOO, it’ll come with ultra-thin bezels. In addition to that, we’re also expecting an under-display fingerprint scanner paired with a waterdrop notch design.

Under the hood, the iQOO Neo will be equipped with a Snapdragon 845 processor with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. Naturally, it’ll be shipped with Android 9 Pie but what’s important is that iQOO Neo will come with 4D Smart Shock 2.0 — an improved version of the feature that will enhance gaming experience.

Apart from that, iQOO Neo is said to come with a triple rear camera setup and a 4,500mAh battery befitting for a gaming smartphone. If previous rumours were true, the iQOO Neo should be priced at CNY1,998.

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Vivo’s S series will soon launch in Malaysia with an in-display fingerprint sensor

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After a few months of the successful vivo V15 Pro, vivo has decided to introduce its S series in Malaysia with a poster posted on their Facebook page today.

With a fingerprint icon and the hashtag “#UnlockYourStyle”, seems like vivo’s S series will be sporting an in-display fingerprint sensor. In addition to that, it is not sure as to how many models of the S series vivo plans to bring to Malaysia.

According to GSMArena, the vivo S1 is released back in April 2019 while the vivo S1 Pro is released a month after. These phones are probably the candidates to make their debut in Malaysia, but it was mentioned that there could be a slight difference in configuration. Either way, we’re excited.

However, it is worth noting that the vivo S1 and S1 Pro are actually very similar to vivo’s V15 and V15 Pro — which is probably why the Malaysian version of the S series might differ compared to the China version. All we know is that the S series is coming soon, but its exact date? We’re just as clueless.

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Vivo’s under screen fingerprint sensor phone is called the Vivo X20 Plus UD

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It would see that the name of the new Vivo phone with the under screen fingerprint sensor will be called the Vivo X20 Plus UD. During CES 2018, the company showed off their fingerprint sensor technology but they did not mention the name of the phone or specs it will come with.

Vivo has already started mass production of the phone and is expected to launch it by the end of the month. Some of the rumours mentioned that we will see the phone during MWC 2018 next month, but it looks like they are ready to launch the phone later this month. The X20 Plus UD has recently received 3C certification and based on previous leaks, it bears a similar resemblance to the Vivo X20 Plus when it comes to design and specifications. It will come with a 6.43-inch 18:9 ratio display, Snapdragon 660, 4GB of RAM, 3,900mAh battery and comes with a price tag of 3,698 Yuan (RM2271.91).

We have seen the demo of the under screen fingerprint sensor and based on that, it is slightly slower when compared to physical sensors. We might see an improvement on the response time but for now, we can finally get a phone that uses the screen as a fingerprint sensor. The phone is said to go on sale late January.

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Vivo’s smartphone will be the first to have in-display fingerprint sensor

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The rumors of having fingerprint sensor embedded in displays have been a long time coming. It was first speculated that the full screen Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 will have in-display fingerprint sensor. Then came rumors shrouding around Apple’s newly designed iPhone X. None of those have come to past, but now we have solid news that Vivo, of all smartphone makers, will be the first to have an in-display fingerprint sensor on its smartphone.

According to Forbes, analyst Patrick Moorhead had the opportunity to test out a pre-production unit of a Vivo smartphone with the in-display fingerprint sensor. Vivo was said to be testing out the technology made by Qualcomm earlier this year in a prototype, but it was slower than expected. This time, the company has gone with human interface technology company Synaptics, and the results are more positive than ever. Moorhead claims the in-display fingerprint sensor to be twice as fast as Apple’s Face ID when tested. Unlocking the device is just as simple as picking up the phone, placing your finger onto the display where you see the illuminated fingerprint, and the rest is history.

Smartphone makers like Samsung will still likely be sticking to rear fingerprint sensors in its upcoming Galaxy S9 lineup. An in-display fingerprint sensor will definitely make more sense than an awkwardly placed rear fingerprint sensor seen on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8. Are you surprised that Vivo will be leading the pack this time?

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Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO is reported to debut with a foldable smartphone

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Two days back we were exposed to iQOO, vivo’s sub-brand that only revealed the pronunciation of its name and nothing else. However, new images have surfaced and it seems like iQOO will be releasing a foldable smartphone.

In the images spotted, the foldable smartphone features the iQOO wallpaper that was posted on its own Weibo account. The device looks rather large, and it fold outwards when it’s not in its tablet mode.

Image credit: Weibo

That aside, the phone is seen with no selfie camera, so we’re expecting a pop-up selfie camera since it’s highly unlikely that the phone will use a sliding mechanism. In addition, this foldable smartphone also looks rather thin even when it’s fully folded.

According to Gadgets NDTV, someone also revealed that the price is estimated to be around CNY5,000 which is around RM3,015 but its availability has not been announced.

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Vivo’s Superday Sale showed off the V15 series alongside performances and free gifts

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Vivo recently released their latest flagship, the Vivo V15 Pro and V15 smartphones, and followed the launch with a Superday Sale event to give Malaysians the opportunity to be some of the first in the country to purchase the phone.

Image credit: Vivo

The event took place at Sunway Pyramid and featured a performance by local singer Jeslyn Khoo Kit Ying. The event also saw the first 200 customers to purchase a V15 phone win a DJI Tello Drone.

The public were also able to try out the new devices. To recap, the Vivo V15 Pro comes with a 6.39-inch Super AMOLED Full HD display. It sports a triple-camera setup with a 48MP lens, while the 32MP front facing camera uses a pop-up mechanism.

Under the hood, the phone is powered with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset and it also comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

The regular V15 will sport a 6.53-inch FULL HD+ LCD display. The V15 also comes with a triple-lens setup but with a 12MP main camera instead. The 32MP pop-up camera remains here.

The V15 runs on a MediaTek Helio P70 chipset and it comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage.

The Vivo V15 Pro is priced at RM1,799 but the regular V15’s price is still yet to be disclosed to the masses.

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Vivo’s SuperFlash 120W technology can fully charge a 4,000mAh battery in 13 minutes

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Vivo has revealed a few amazing technology at MWC Shanghai 2019, including their 5G devices, vivo AR Glass and also Super FlashCharge technology.

Vivo made an announcement at MWC — its first commercial 5G smartphone will be made available starting from Q3 2019, so it’s only a matter of time before we get to purchase a vivo phone with 5G connectivity. Alongside the 5G phone, vivo also demonstrated a few 5G applications like 5G Cloud Game, 5G Screen Mirroring and 5G EasyShare. With 5G’s high speed and low latency connectivity, gaming and rendering via cloud services are seamless and better than before.

That aside, vivo’s AR Glass has a dual-screen display and 6DoF technology. When connected to its 5G smartphone, the vivo AR Glass is capable of projecting contents like 3D videos, AR games and object recognition while the 5G smartphone works as a console.

Last but not least, vivo showcased its fast charging technology. We’re all used to hearing the Dual-Engine Fast Charging technology, but vivo has now unveiled Super FlashCharge — a 120W fast charging technology that can charge a 4,000mAh battery from 0% to 50% in just 5 minutes. Add another 8 minutes to that, and you’ll get a fully charge phone. It is indeed one of the fastest charging technology that’s out there right now.

We’re definitely looking forward to these devices and hopefully, the 5G smartphone will be including Super FlashCharge technology in it.

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Vivo’s third under-screen fingerprint sensor phone listed on Geekbench

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Looking like we are getting another X-series phone from Vivo as recently, a listing on Geekbench as appeared with the name Vivo X21UD A. The UD stands for Under Display which indicates that this phone will come with the fingerprint sensor placed under the screen.

According to the listing, the X21 will come with a Snapdragon 660 chip, and 6GB of RAM. It has managed to score 1608 on the single-core test and 5852 on the multi-core test which is very decent for a phone running a mid-range processor. Similar to the X20, the X21 should also come with a bezeless display. The listing also tells us that it will ship with Android 8.1 out of the box but other than that, there is no other information about the phone, other than the processor and RAM.

We are sure that the fact that it already on Geekbench, we should be seeing more information on the X21 in the coming weeks. Let’s hope this could be the first under-screen fingerprint sensor phone that comes to Malaysia.

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Vivo’s V15 Pro has a triple rear camera with a 48MP lens, allegedly priced at RM1,799

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The V15 Pro by vivo is arriving in Malaysia on February 26 at Sunway Pyramid, but if you’re interested in its full specs, then you’re in luck.

The V15 Pro comes with a 6.3-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display and thanks to its elevating front camera, it doesn’t come with a notch. Luckily, you’ll still get to use your traditional earphones because the V15 Pro comes with a headphone jack.

Under the hood, the phone comes with a Snadragon 675 processor with 6GB RAM and 128GB Storage. It ships with Android 9 with FunOS skin on top. Besides that, the phone comes with a 3,700mAh battery that can last you a full day if you’re not a heavy gamer.

The front camera is an elevating camera that has a 32 MP sensor whereas its rear holds a triple camera setup with a 48MP main lens, an 8MP ultra wide lens and a 5MP depth sensor.

Image credit: DirectD

The pricing of the V15 Pro has already been revealed thanks on DirectD’s Facebook page that lets its customer preorder the phone that cost RM1,799. This is probably the official price.

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VLC 3.0 brings support for 3D videos and better 4K video performance

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VLC has released a new VLCKit 3.0 update which brings a handful of enhancements to the framework for the app on iOS, tvOS and macOS, this is the first major update that the company has released in over three years.

The update adds new APIs which will allow full support for H.264 and H.265 file formats and decreases the memory management for 4K videos. This new management format offers decrease iPhone CPU usage from 100% to less than 20% usage which can effectively save battery life. Other than that, it also comes with improved 3D videos, better touch controls and easier access to videos that are stored over the network. As for tvOS, the new update brings its own APIs with TVVLCKit to allow developers to easily use libraries on the platform.

If you download your own 4K movies to your Apple streaming devices, this new version of VLC Player will definitely show huge improvements especially for the phone’s thermals and the previously mentioned battery usage. You can read all the updates in their latest
changelog
.

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VLC media player adds 360-degree videos support to its desktop app

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VLC, one of the most flexible media players available, is adding support for a new video format: 360-degree videos.

Currently available on the desktop version of VLC, Windows and Mac users will now be able to try out a technical preview of the VLC 360. This feature is created by the VideoLAN and a 360-degree camera maker called Giroptic. When viewing a 360-degree video, users can control the point of view in the footage via mouse and keyboard.

While 360-degree video support is currently limited to the desktop, VideoLAN has mentioned that the feature will be available on mobile apps with unique features like an accelerometer support. Additionally, 360-degree videos will also be VR-compatible with headsets such as the Oculus Rift, the HTC Vive, and Google’s Daydream some time ni 2017. 360-degree audio support will also be available, although a timeframe for that feature has yet to be given.

Those who wish to try out the VLC 360 can do so by
downloading the desktop app here
. As with any early build software, do keep in mind that you”ll be experience bugs and glitches. This feature is expected to arrive with VLC 3.0 by the end of November.

Source:
VideoLAN
,
Engadget

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VMWare Fusion 13 adds support for Apple Silicon Macs

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If you have been looking to run Windows on your Apple Silicon powered Macs, you will be happy to know that aside from Parallels Desktop, VMWare has finally added native Apple Silicon support with the launch of Fusion 13, which compared to Parallels Desktop, non-commercial users can run Windows 11 VM with a free license when they download VMWare Fusion 12 Player.

There are several reasons why one would want to run Windows on their Macs, such as running legacy devices or business apps that’s only designed for Windows. However, do note that you can only install the ARM version of Windows 11, which will offer x64-x86 emulation for Windows apps but do expect some hiccups when doing so, as Microsoft hasn’t quite worked out its ARM emulation layer yet for Windows.

VMWare has claimed great virtualization performance when running Windows and Linux on Apple Silicon Macs, while the software will still continue to support Intel based Macs with eGPU support, Fusion 13 is expected to deliver blazing fast 3D hardware acceleration to arm-based Linux virtual machines with Linux kernel 5.19 or greater.

In addition, VMWare Fusion 13 is made available in one DMG that will be used on both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs, so there’s no need to download a separate version and it makes mass deployment easier.

Head over
here
 to learn more on VMWare Fusion 13 for Apple Silicon Macs.

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Voice Tweet: Users can now tweet with audio recordings

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Twitter
 is adding “voice tweeting” to its platform and it’ll be released to a limited number of iOS users for now. This new feature will continue to roll out to other iOS users in the coming weeks, but Android users will not be receiving the update just yet.

“Voice Tweet”: New way to share stories

You can Tweet a Tweet. But now you can Tweet your voice!

Rolling out today on iOS, you can now record and Tweet with audio.
pic.twitter.com/jezRmh1dkD

— Twitter (@Twitter)
June 17, 2020

 There’s a reason why
Twitter threads
 exist on the platform; the 280-character limit is simply not enough for users when they want to share long stories. In the end, they’ll have to post several tweets that turn into a thread.

Up to 140 seconds of audio

Tweets with audio are rolling out on iOS and we only have one thing to say about it
pic.twitter.com/CZvQC1fo1W

— Twitter (@Twitter)
June 17, 2020

With the new feature, users will be able to include an audio clip in their tweets which supports up to 140 seconds of audio. That’s more than two minutes and if you exceed that, there’ll be a new voice tweet which will then result in a Twitter thread. Users can also play the voice recording while they’re scrolling through other tweets on their news feed.

The downside

This new feature does sound interesting, but the downside to it is probably the inability to get information as quickly as reading a tweet. Plus, this might be less appealing to some, causing them to just scroll past tweets — despite the possibility that the tweet is interesting and informational.

Previously, Twitter also added new
functions
 on its web platform that allows users to schedule and draft their tweets.

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Volkswagen launches the new Beetle, Vento ALLSTAR and Vento GT

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Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia unveiled three new models the new Beetle, Vento ALLSTAR and Vento GT with the Beetle and the special edition models currently on display in MidValley Megamall from 24 to 28 may 2017. Erick Winter, Managing Director said that the cars were launched to give a wider array of products in time for the Raya festivities.

The New Beetle

This is the latest version of the iconic Beetle with new updates such as 2-zone Climatronic air-conditioning system, composition media with touch screen display with App-Connect, leather trim “Vienna” seats with front seat lumbar support, bi-xenon headlamps and LED daytime running lights. Under the hood the car has a 1.2L turbocharged TSI engine with an output of 105PS, 7-speed automatic transmission DSG with a maximum torque of 175Nm.

The Beetle will come in Pure White, Tornado Red, Blue Silk, Dark Bronze, Habanero Orange, White Sliver and will come in two variants, the Design and Sport priced at RM136,888 and RM147,888 respectively.

Vento ALLSTAR

Being the second ALLSTAR edition introduced with the Polo ALLSTAR being the first, this car is equipped with the new MY VW Drive App, giving more convenience to the driver such as fuel consumption tracking, allowing the app to enhance the drive keeping the driver safe and in-control. Opening the hood you will find a 1.6L MPI engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox and Tiptronic function, giving the car an output of 105PS, maximum torque of 153Nm and fuel consumption of 6.5L per 100KM.

The Vento ALLSTAR will come in Reflex Sliver an Candy White as well as RM7000 worth of accessories such as leather seats, aluminum sports pedals, rear spoiler, black door strips and trunk garnish, ‘ALLSTAR’ scuff plates, emblems and carpet mats. It will retail for RM78,888.

Vento GT

The Vento GT is powered with the award-winning 1.2L turbocharged direct injection TSI engine with an output of 105PS, pairing with the 7-speed automatic transmission DSG for a maximum torque of 175Mn. On the fuel side, you will see the car going for 5.5L per 100KM and was awarded the Compact Car of the Year at the 2016 Malaysia Car of the Year ceremony.

The Vento GT comes in Reflex Sliver and Candy White and RM9,000 worth of accessories such as “Satin” black roof and exterior mirror wraps, black door strips and trunk garnish, leather seats, aluminum sports pedals, GT Aerokit, ‘GT’ scuff plates, emblems and carpet mats. The Vento GT will retail for RM89,888.

For more information on these cars or any other Volkswagen products visit their official site
here
.

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Volkswagen reveals mobile charging robot for electric cars

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Robots
 are slowly being integrated into our lives;
Volkswagen
 recently unveiled a prototype of its mobile charging robot that can charge electric cars on its own without human supervision.

Mobile charging robot can perform the whole charging process independently

Once started, the robot communicates to the vehicle on its own to carry out the entire charging process. This means that it can open the charging socket flap, charge the vehicle and then remove itself without any help. The robot is also capable of charging multiple vehicles by bringing one mobile energy storage unit to each vehicle and connecting them. Once fully charge, Volkswagen says that the robot will collect the mobile energy storage units and bring them back to the station.

It’s not just a robot; it’s a cute robot that’s also smart

Based on the video uploaded by Volkswagen, the robot will also be smart enough to detect incoming cars. This is a necessary feature as it prevents the robot from getting into accidents. Despite being a charging robot, Volkswagen also added eyes to make it more appealing, but that’s more of a bonus feature.

Flexible quick-charging stations to debut in 2021

That’s not all; Volkswagen also revealed its plan to introduce flexible quick-charging stations in 2021. This allows the stations to be installed quickly at wherever they’re needed and charge vehicles with up to 150kW. Too bad electric cars aren’t a thing in Malaysia yet, or else we would be able to witness and enjoy all these new technologies too.

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Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric launches in Malaysia for RM288,888

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Volvo Car Malaysia (VCM) has introduced the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric to Malaysia today, the C40 Recharge is essentially a coupe version of the overwhelmingly successful XC40 Recharge and even shares the same electric drivetrain, however the C40 Recharge has longer range and sprints from the starting line faster, all thanks to more efficient aerodynamics with spoilers on the roof and rear.

The Volvo C40 Recharge claims an impressive 450KM range on a single charge based on the WLTP standards, that’s a 10% increase from the Volvo XC40 Recharge, while the electric motor produces 408PS and 660Nm that goes up to 100km/h in just 4.7 seconds. In terms of charging speeds, it takes approximately 7.5 hours to fully charge the car with an 11kW AC input and a mere 28 minutes from 0-80% over a DC 150kW CCS2 connector.

Inside the car, it feels very much the same as the XC40 Recharge thought due to its coupe construction, head space is a little short on the rear seats, the car shares the same tech features as the XC40 Recharge including a 9-inch infotainment system powered by Google’s Android Automotive OS that’s paired with a 14-speaker 600W Harman Kardon sound system, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and Qi wireless charger.

In conjunction with the launch, Volvo Car Malaysia has also taken the opportunity to introduce its online sales platform, where it aims to have a direct relationship with customers by allowing them to purchase and make bookings on the C40 Recharge and other car models on the platform, the platform will also have full transparency on stock availability and estimated delivery dates, customers will ultimately have the choice to choose the dealership they intend to collect their cars and process necessary documents once everything is in order.

The Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric retails officially at RM288,888 on the road without insurance and comes with a hassle-free package that includes 5 years of vehicle warranty, 8 years of battery warranty or 160,000km whichever comes first, 5 years of Volvo on Call (Roadside Assistance), 5 Years Volvo Service Included or up to 100,000km whichever comes first, 4 years Digital Service and a charging cable.

Available in five colors of Crystal White, Black Stone, Silver Dawn, Sage Green and the signature Fjord Blue, online bookings will start on 14 December 2022, 8PM at
Volvocars.com/my
 and the car can be viewed at dealerships 15 December 2022 onwards.

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Volvo pledges to make deathproof car by 2020

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Volvo is feeling very confident in its car tech, so much so that the company is aiming to make their cars deathproof by 2020.

According to a report by CNN
, Volvo has been the number of people that died in its vehicles in order to monitor safety. This data would allow their engineers to tell how much safer their vehicles become each time they introduce a new crash-prevention technology. As Volvo is also one of the car companies that are experimenting with self-driving cars, the long term goal for the company is to combine both safety tech and self-driving tech into a car that would be considered crashproof, and maybe even deathproof.

“With the development of full autonomy, we are going to push the limits of automotive safety. Because if you make a fully autonomous vehicle, you have to think through everything that potentially can happen with a car,” says Erik Coelingh, safety engineer for Volvo.

But before you make plans to purchase a Volvo car in the near future, Volvo did mention that even if the car is labelled deathproof, it will not be able to protect drivers who are stupid or are intentionally reckless.

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Vono SpinePro Plus series 50% off: The perfect mattress for gamers

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We all know that gaming for long hours can cause a lot of issues with posture and sleep, and even with gadgets that can help with your sleep like
smartwatches
 or
ANC earbuds
, you can’t replace a good mattress. This is why Vono has developed the SpinePro Plus series after conducting research on gamers’ health, in hopes to help solve some of the issues that they found.

Vono conducted research on 43 participants, and according to their findings over 88% of their respondents spend two hours or more per day playing video games, with the majority having body aches. The research showed that 70% of respondents had neck pains and 60% had back pains, while only 65% were getting professional treatment.

The research also shows that 86% of participants had slept for six hours or less per day, with 26% having insomnia, and without enough sleep, it could heavily affect communication and brain function. Additionally, being around electronics for long hours would attract many electrons to be absorbed by the body, which causes body static that cannot easily be discharged.

All these issues lead Vono to create the SpinePro Plus series, which was made specifically for gamers and to solve these issues. This new mattress uses an Anti-Static Knitted Fabric that is meant to discharge the body static, for a better sleeping experience. It even allows dust to repel from the bed to help with allergies. The mattress also includes an 800 or 1200 Intalok Springing system and Ultra Lumbar Support to provide sturdy support for body movement to help with pains or insomnia.

You can get the Vono SpinePro Plus Series for 50% off now priced at RM2,518 via
 Vono’s official website
. If you purchase the mattress now, you can get a free Vono Mattress Protector, Vono Pillows, and Limited-Edition Japanese Plates.

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Vortex POK3R review : 2/3rds of a full mechanical keyboard

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My experiences with mechanical keyboards are simple: they are huge chunks of plastic that makes a clicky-clack sound whenever a button is pressed. When I received the Vortex POK3R for review, my curiosity is piqued mainly due to the size of the box. Coming from someone who has seen the mechanical keyboards of various other manufacturers, from Steelseries to Ducky, I was wondering what the deal is with the POK3R. Well, I’ve spent some time with it, so let’s get straight to it shall we?

Design

The reason why the POK3R keyboard is as small as it is is due to the fact that it isn’t a full-sized mechanical keyboard. The POK3R is what is known as a 60% keyboard, a standard keyboard that omits the function row and any past the Enter key. All of the buttons that were omitted on the keyboard is overlapped on various other buttons. For example, the function keys are placed on the number keys.

Moving on, the keyboard is built using aluminium and feels durable. The POK3R weighs quite a bit and feels solid, giving me the impression that this keyboard is rather durable. At the base of the keyboard are rubber feets to increase grip on the surface, meaning your keyboard won’t be sliding all over the surface when you’re using it.

Performance

Switches are the most important thing of an mechanical keyboard and the POK3R doesn’t disappoint. The POK3R allows you to choose from almost the entire line of Cherry MX switches, but for our review unit, the keyboard comes with Cherry MX Brown switches. These switches are designed to be light, tactile, and not-as-clicky as some other switches in the Cherry MX line.

DIP switches are also available at the base of the keyboard that allows you to toggle the keyboard’s settings. Switches one and two toggles your keyboard between Qwerty, Dvorak or Colemak configuration, switch three changes your CapsLock key into the FN key, and switch four allows you to change the FN or PN keys to any position.

Usage

Appearances can be deceiving when it comes to the POK3R. For such a simple looking keyboard, the POK3R is capable of doing some really complex things. The key selling point of the POK3R keyboard is the layers system. This system allows you to personally program your keyboard for various functions without needing a specific software to do it. To bring out the most in the system, the POK3R comes with four layers, effectively allowing you to save up to 4 different configurations for the POK3R keyboard.

Spend enough time with the POK3R and you can start setting configurations on each layer that is specialised to do one thing. For example, you can program one layer for general usage, one layer for your games, and another layer for your Photoshop purposes. The possibilities are limitless with the layers available on the POK3R.

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