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Fast Forward: Samsung and OPPO are launching unique phones, Hyundai has something new

Boring phones are out!

Published

March 30, 2019

Daniel Morial

Curious about what to expect in the tech world? Here’s a quick roundup of upcoming events and launches happening next month!

OPPO to launch new smartphone lineup

OPPO has been investing a lot in camera innovations. Since showcasing their 5x lossless zoom technology two years ago, we knew OPPO has been making bold steps in smartphone photography. While that tech didn’t make it to the consumer market, OPPO didn’t stop in improving it to 10x zoom.

The prototype device we were able to play with during MWC 2019 in Barcelona was OPPO’s new Reno phone. The external design of the handset wasn’t final, but it’s practically the Reno in a different casing.

Basically, Reno is the company’s new flagship lineup. It should be in the same league as last year’s Find X. Aside from its awesome zoom capabilities, the Reno will also have a pop-up selfie camera which is more of a peekaboo style, rising from only one side.

The phone will be formally introduced on April 10 as the Chinese teasers suggest.

Samsung will finally give us the Galaxy Fold

While Samsung initially unveiled the Galaxy Fold during the Galaxy S10’s event, the foldable smartphone wasn’t quite ready for the market. But, the South Korean company did set an official date for the Galaxy Fold’s rollout: April 26.

Samsung Galaxy Fold | GadgetMatch

Of course, a modern piece of mobile technology won’t be cheap. If you’ll be lucky enough to reserve one, the Galaxy Fold can be yours for US$ 1,980 before taxes. For that price, you can already get two Galaxy S10 phones, or a Galaxy S10 plus a separate tablet. Still, they won’t be as cool and futuristic as the Galaxy Fold.

While we wait for the Galaxy Fold, you might want to check out this short video from Samsung assuring consumers that their folding screens will stand the test of time.

Hyundai has an all-new Crossover Utility Vehicle

The month of April won’t be all about phones. Car enthusiasts also have something to look forward to and that’s the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). A number of car manufacturers will be present, but Hyundai has something exciting at the show floor. They’ll launch an all-new Crossover Utility Vehicle called the Venue.

The Venue will be Hyundai’s smallest in the segment, just below the Kona. Hyundai has been teasing their new vehicle, but not many details are disclosed.

Rumors suggest that it will have vertically stacked LED lights and a rectangular front grille. It would most likely rival the likes of the Ford Ecosport.

Fast Forward is our roundup of upcoming news, launches, and events. It’s a monthly feature to give our readers a heads-up on what is happening in the tech realm. It’s sometimes difficult to keep track of the calendar, so we do it for you.

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GadgetSnaps: Malaysia shot on the Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Beyond charging tech

Published

April 24, 2024

GadgetMatch

The Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G prides itself in its charging technologies. But what about its camera capabilities? Well, here’s a quick round-up of the many photos we took around the time the Note 40 series was launched in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.

The NOTE 40 Series features a 108MP main shooter with 3x Lossless Superzoom. It also has OIS for steadier shots when taking videos.

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Infinix Note 40 Pro series launch day

Kwai Chai Hong/ ‘Little Ghost Lane’

Petaling Street (Chinatown)

In and around Central Market

Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery

Istana Negara entrance

Merdeka Square

Malaysian Bak Kut Teh and more

Petronas Twin Towers at night

Steady shooter

The Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G isn’t a stellar shooter. But at its price point, it’s pretty darn decent for capturing different scenarios. Take these photos into some editing software and you can certainly elevate their look.

The NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G is priced at PhP 13,999. It may be purchased through Infinix’s Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop platforms, where customers can get up to PhP 2,000 off. Additionally, the first 100 buyers can get an S1 smartwatch or XE23 earphones. Alternatively, customers may opt for the Shopee-exclusive NOTE 40 Pro (4G variant) for PhP 10,999.

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LOQ and LOAD: The Lenovo LOQ 2024 is for gaming and more

Your entry to PC Gaming

Published

April 23, 2024

GadgetMatch

Get your game on with the Lenovo LOQ 2024. This capable laptop is your entry point to PC Gaming and a lot more.

It comes an absolutely affordable price point: PhP 48,995.

You get capable hardware and the hood to support gaming and more. The Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I runs on the 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processor and Intel Arc Graphics.

Those are key to bringing unreal graphics to this segment. Supporting latest tech like DirectX 12 Ultimate, players are able to enjoy high frame rates on the Lenovo LOQ.

Creating content? It comes with AI Advantage to help boost performance. Engines and accelerators boost the media processing workloads especially for creatives. It also works with Intel’s X Super Machine Learning, Leading to images that are as close to reality.

The laptop supports a configuration of up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD Storage.

As for its display, the device has a large 15.6-inch, Full HD panel that is more than enough for gaming, video editing, content consumption, and whatever else you do on a laptop. This display has 144Hz refresh rate, 300 nits brightness, and anti-glare.

Videos come out clear, crisp, and realistic. Audio is punchy and as loud as it gets. Windows Sonic elevates it more when you use headphones. And it just takes a few minutes to render HD videos on editing software.

As it runs on Windows 11, if you are going to use it for work, you can take advantage of various features. The Lenovo Vantage Widget is there for constant reminders, Copilot will help you organize your tasks, and Microsoft Edge is there for casual browsing.

There is an assortment of ports at the back for easy connectivity. And as this is meant for gaming, we put it to the test. Racing that looks better with high frame rate? Check. Shooting titles that require heavy work? Not a problem. You can play all your favorites and not worry about performance.

Best of all, it takes less than an our to juice up this laptop all the way to 100%.

So, whether you’re looking to get started with PC Gaming, or an upgrade for work and entertainment needs, the Lenovo LOQ has you covered.

This feature is a collaboration between GadgetMatch and Lenovo Philippines.