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realme Narzo 50A Unboxing: a budget gaming buddy!

Budget play option

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These are confusing times, as the Hulk said. With a flurry of devices being released near the end of 2021, we’re going to unbox the realme Narzo 50A.

The box provided with the phone has an eye-catching color. The word “Narzo” is very prominent. Perhaps realme really wanted to scream their Narzo line. You won’t mistake this for anything else.

Opening the box was quite a challenge, it feels as if the cover has separation anxiety with the main box. Once successfully opened, the document container will greet you with “feel the power”!

Also included in the document holder are the phone case and the SIM tray ejector tool.

For the main attraction, the phone itself is resting snugly on the box. The unit has the “Oxygen Blue” colorway.

Greeting us at the front is the 6.5-inch mini-drop fullscreen, with a 720×1600 HD+ resolution. The screen-to-body ratio is 88.7 percent with a peak brightness of 570 nits in sunlight mode. To top it off, we also have an 8MP in-screen selfie camera.

Along with all of that beauty lies the charging chord and the power adaptor, USB Type-C and an 18W charging brick.

Heading onto the back, an interesting design awaits. The Oxygen Blue colorway pops, truly an eye-catcher. As needed by every mobile device, we have a triple camera setup: 50MP for the main camera, 2MP macro lens, and 2MP portrait.

That back looks… wow?

The design of the realme Narzo 50A is intriguing, streaking below the camera, we have a patterned design and the other half is smooth and simple. Maybe realme couldn’t decide on what design they should go for, so maybe they went for both. Other than that, the design is pretty solid and it gives the Narzo 50A a unique and striking look. The huge camera at the back is noticeable, but realme also placed a fingerprint sensor with the cameras.

The sides of the phone are familiar territory. On the left side, we have the sim and memory card slot, on the right we have the volume rocker and the power button.

On the bottom, past and present collide as the Narzo 50A has a USB Type-C and a 3.5MM headphone jack. People would love this especially if you’re still with the wired earphones gang.

But for those considering buying the phone, earphones will be bought separately as they do not have them inside the box.

Quick specs

The realme narzo 50A is equipped with the Helio G85 Gaming Processor, with 4GB of ram, and a whopping 6,000mAh battery. That’s about it for this article as we are going to dive deeper into the device as a performance review is coming up next.

Price and availability

The narzo 50A will be available in the 4GB+6GB variant during the brand’s 11.11 mega sale on Lazada. As an exclusive early-bird offer, the narzo 50A will be available at PhP 6,990. That’s PhpP1,000 off for the Narzo 50A!

If you’re reading this too late or you don’t mind the sale, then the actual retail price of the device is Php 7,990. 

The colors offered by the narzo 50A will be Oxygen Green and Oxygen Blue. Be sure to check out their official store in Lazada to learn more about the early-bird discount and more.

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POCO F9 Series: Price, availability in the Philippines

POCO’s latest flagship duo is here.

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POCO F9 Pro

POCO has officially launched the F9 Series in the Philippines, bringing the POCO F9 Ultra and POCO F9 Pro to the local market. The new lineup focuses on flagship performance, 185Hz displays, upgraded cameras, and longer battery life.

Both phones are now available through Shopee, with an Early Bird promo running from September 1 to 16, 2026. Buyers can also get a free REDMI Buds 8 Active, 1+1 Years Warranty, and up to six months of screen replacement at any Xiaomi Service Center. Shopee also offers a rebate on top of the Early Bird promo.

POCO F9 Series pricing and availability

The POCO F9 Ultra comes in Dark Cherry and Black, with three storage configurations:

  • 12GB + 256GB: PhP 55,999 SRP | PhP 45,999 Early Bird | PhP 41,920 with Shopee Rebate
  • 16GB + 512GB: PhP 59,999 SRP | PhP 48,999 Early Bird | PhP 44,600 with Shopee Rebate
  • 16GB + 1TB: PhP 89,999 SRP | PhP 79,999 Early Bird | PhP 73,600 with Shopee Rebate

Meanwhile, the POCO F9 Pro comes in White, Aurora Green, and Black:

  • 12GB + 256GB: PhP 49,999 SRP | PhP 33,999 Early Bird | PhP 30,600 with Shopee Rebate | PhP 29,300 with Lazada Rebate
  • 12GB + 512GB: PhP 54,999 SRP | PhP 35,999 Early Bird | PhP 32,400 with Shopee Rebate | PhP 31,500 with Lazada Rebate

POCO F9 Ultra

POCO F9 Ultra

The POCO F9 Ultra is the higher-end model of the two. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform and pairs it with the VisionBoost D8 chipset. This enables Smart frame rate of up to 185FPS, with Smart frame rate and AI Super Resolution able to run simultaneously. POCO says the F9 Ultra also achieved an AnTuTu score of 4,165,108, the highest recorded on a POCO smartphone.

For gaming, the F9 Ultra supports 185FPS across more than 20 titles natively, while five additional games can reach 185FPS through Smart frame rate. It also features a 4,800Hz instant touch sampling rate, 480Hz 10-point touch sampling rate, 200Hz gyro sampling rate, and POCO 3D IceLoop cooling.

It also gets a 6.9-inch 185Hz HyperRGB AMOLED display. The panel uses POCO HyperRGB technology and the new M11 luminescent material, reaching up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness and 10,000 nits for HDR content. The phone also supports Xiaomi Vision Care and TÜV Rheinland Quadruple Eye Care certification.

On the back, the F9 Ultra introduces dynamic lighting that can react to calls, notifications, gaming, and music.

For audio, the F9 Ultra uses dual symmetrical 1115D stereo speakers and a 1620 independent subwoofer to deliver a 2.1-channel audio setup. Sound by Bose tuning also brings Dynamic and Balanced sound profiles.

The phone packs an 8,050mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge. It also supports 27W wired and 22.5W wireless reverse charging.

For photography, the F9 Ultra has POCO’s first 200MP ultra-clear camera system with OIS. It is paired with a 5x periscope telephoto camera, 10x lossless zoom, and up to 20x AI Ultra Zoom. A 32MP front camera handles selfies.

POCO F9 Pro

POCO F8 Pro and POCO F9 Pro

The POCO F9 Pro takes the F Series experience into a slightly more compact package.

It also uses a flagship Qualcomm mobile platform alongside the VisionBoost D8 chipset, enabling the same 185FPS Smart frame rate capabilities. It gets the same HyperRGB AMOLED display technology, but on a smaller 6.59-inch 185Hz panel.

The F9 Pro has a 6,330mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge. It also supports reverse charging at up to 27W wired and 22.5W wireless.

For photography, the phone gets POCO’s first 200MP main camera system with OIS. It is paired with a 50MP 2.5x floating telephoto camera that can focus as close as 10cm, making it suitable for both close-up and long-distance shots.

The F9 Pro also gets Sound by Bose technology, using dual symmetrical 1115F super-linear stereo speakers and a Sealed Cavity Design.

Both phones also support POCO’s new Game Audio mode, which boosts the volume of footsteps while retaining other in-game audio cues to help players identify sounds and their direction more easily.

The POCO F9 Series is now available in the Philippines through Shopee, with Early Bird offers running until September 16, 2026.

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POCO F9 Series: Price, availability in Singapore

POCO’s latest flagship duo arrives in Singapore.

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POCO F9 Ultra

POCO has officially unveiled the F9 Series in Singapore, introducing the POCO F9 Ultra and POCO F9 Pro. The new flagship lineup brings upgrades across performance, displays, cameras, battery life, and audio, alongside the latest chapter of POCO’s partnership with Bose.

Both phones will be available in Singapore starting September 1, 2026, with Early Bird offers running until September 17, 2026. The promotion is available through mi.com and POCO’s official stores on Shopee and Lazada. Buyers can get gifts worth up to SGD 595, along with additional perks including three months of YouTube Premium, three months of Google AI Pro, one free screen replacement within six months, and two-year quality assurance.

POCO F9 Series pricing and availability

The POCO F9 Ultra comes in Black and Dark Cherry and is available in three configurations:

  • 12GB + 256GB: SGD 1,199 RRP | SGD 1,099 Early Bird
  • 16GB + 512GB: SGD 1,399 RRP | SGD 1,299 Early Bird
  • 16GB + 1TB: SGD 1,699 RRP | SGD 1,599 Early Bird

The POCO F9 Pro comes in Black, White, and Aurora Green, with two storage configurations:

  • 12GB + 256GB: SGD 899 RRP | SGD 849 Early Bird
  • 12GB + 512GB: SGD 999 RRP | SGD 949 Early Bird

During the Early Bird period, F9 Ultra buyers also receive a free REDMI Buds 8 Pro, while F9 Pro buyers get a free REDMI Buds 8. Both models come with the other launch perks while stocks last.

POCO F9 Ultra

POCO F9 Ultra

The POCO F9 Ultra leads the lineup with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform and the VisionBoost D8 chipset. POCO says it achieved an AnTuTu score of 4,165,108, the highest ever recorded on a POCO smartphone. The dual-chip setup also enables Smart frame rate of up to 185FPS, with Smart frame rate and AI Super Resolution able to run simultaneously.

The F9 Ultra also features WildBoost Engine, support for 185FPS gaming across more than 20 titles, and up to 185FPS through Smart frame rate in five additional games. It also packs 4,800Hz instant touch sampling, 480Hz 10-point touch sampling, 200Hz gyro sampling, and POCO 3D IceLoop cooling.

For the display, the F9 Ultra gets a 6.9-inch 185Hz HyperRGB AMOLED panel. It uses POCO HyperRGB technology and the new M11 luminescent material, with up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness and up to 10,000 nits for HDR content. It also supports Xiaomi Vision Care with TÜV Rheinland Quadruple Eye Care certification.

The phone introduces dynamic lighting on the back, with personalized effects for calls, notifications, gaming, and music.

Audio is another highlight, with dual symmetrical 1115D stereo speakers and an independent 1620 subwoofer creating a 2.1-channel setup. Sound by Bose tuning offers Dynamic and Balanced sound profiles, while Game Audio mode enhances footsteps for better directional awareness during gaming.

The F9 Ultra packs an 8,050mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge. It also supports 27W wired and 22.5W wireless reverse charging.

For photography, the F9 Ultra features POCO’s first 200MP ultra-clear camera system with OIS, alongside a 5x periscope telephoto camera. It supports 10x lossless zoom and 20x AI Ultra Zoom, while a 32MP front camera handles selfies.

POCO F9 Pro

POCO F9 Pro

The POCO F9 Pro brings the same flagship dual-chip architecture to a more compact form factor. It uses a Qualcomm flagship mobile platform alongside VisionBoost D8, supporting Smart frame rate of up to 185FPS.

It features a 6.59-inch 185Hz HyperRGB AMOLED display, using the same HyperRGB technology and M11 luminescent material as the Ultra.

The F9 Pro also gets a refined design, with the Aurora Green variant featuring POCO’s first full-panel luminous design. The back can produce a soft glow in darkness after exposure to sunlight or indoor lighting, with users able to create luminous patterns using a blue-violet laser pointer.

For audio, the F9 Pro uses dual symmetrical 1115F super-linear stereo speakers with a Sealed Cavity Design. It also gets Sound by Bose tuning and the new Game Audio mode.

The phone packs a 6,330mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge. It also supports 27W wired and 22.5W wireless reverse charging.

For cameras, the F9 Pro features the same 200MP main camera system with OIS, paired with a 50MP 2.5x floating telephoto camera capable of focusing as close as 10cm. Both phones also support 4K video with Live cinematography features, including automated focal transitions and fluid lens shifts.

The POCO F9 Series is available in Singapore from September 1, 2026, with Early Bird pricing and launch promotions running until September 17, 2026, while stocks last.

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All-round flagship power: POCO F9 Series unveiled

POCO F9 Ultra, POCO F9 Pro deliver 185Hz gaming, upgrades in display, imaging, battery

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POCO has unveiled the POCO F9 Ultra and POCO F9 Pro, continuing the F series’ legacy in the premium flagship market.

Built for ultimate performance, the POCO F9 Series delivers a major technological leap in gaming and brings all-round upgrades in display, imaging, and battery life.

POCO also continues its partnership with audio brand Bose to deliver clear, immersive, and high-quality mobile audio experiences to users worldwide.

The F9 Ultra is available in Dark Cherry and Black, in three storage configurations.

Meanwhile, the F9 Pro comes in White, Aurora Green, and Black, and two storage options.

Here are the series’ official pricing in Europe:

POCO F9 Ultra

  • 12GB+256GB: EUR 1,099.90 (Early Bird: EUR 829.90) / US$ 799 (EB: US$ 729)
  • 16GB+512GB: EUR 1,199.90 (Early Bird: EUR 899.90) / US$ 949 (EB: US$ 799)
  • 16GB+1TB: EUR 1,399.90 (Early Bird: EUR 1,199.90) / US$ 1,199 (EB: US$ 1,059)

POCO F9 Pro

  • 12GB+256GB: EUR: 899.90 (Early Bird: EUR 739.90) / US$ 699 (EB: US$ 649)
    12GB+512GB: EUR: 999.90 (Early Bird: EUR 799.90) / US$ 769 (EB: US$ 699)

Ultra performance

Leading the lineup, the POCO F9 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 mobile platform.

Both models pair their flagship processors with the dedicated VisionBoost D8 chipset, enabling Smart frame rate at up to 185fps.

Smart frame rate and AI Super resolution can run simultaneously for smoother motion and sharper detail during mobile gaming.

Beyond hardware, the series integrates the WildBoost Engine to further elevate the gaming experience.

POCO 3D IceLoop cooling system rounds out the performance experience, helping the entire lineup remain smooth and stable for longer.

Immersive visuals, premium mobile acoustics

Both POCO models feature 185Hz POCO HyperRGB AMOLED displays for exceptionally fluid visuals across various scenarios.

The F9 Ultra comes with a 6.9-inch panel, while the P9 Pro has a more compact 6.59-inch screen.

With POCO HyperRGB technology at the heart of the displays, the full RGB subpixel structure makes full use of every red, green, and blue subpixel to deliver crisp and vibrant visuals comparable to a 2K display.

Moreover, the lineup debuts a new M11 luminescent material for up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness and up to 10,000 nits for HDR content.

On the eye comfort end, the handsets come with POCO’s first Xiaomi Vision Care eye care solution, featuring TÜV Rheinland Quadruple Eye Care certification.

Complementing the visual experience is acoustic tuning powered by Sound by Bose technology.

Particularly, the POCO F9 Ultra combines dual symmetrical 1115D master-grade stereo speakers with an ultra-large 1620 independent subwoofer to create a true 2.1-channel audio experience.

Two professionally tuned sound profiles are also available across the POCO F9 Series for distinct listening experiences.

Improved battery, wireless charging support

The POCO F9 Ultra also features the largest battery yet on a POCO F Series device, with an 8,050mAh battery with 16% silicon-carbon content. The POCO F9 Pro, on the other hand, comes with a 6,330mAh battery.

Both models now support up 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge, as well as 27W wired and 22.5W wireless charging, respectively.

200MP Ultra-Clear Imaging

POCO F9 Pro

Not to be outdone in the camera department, the POCO F9 Series introduces a new 200MP ultra-clear camera system, equipped with OIS across both models.

A dedicated 200MP mode captures exceptional detail while in front is a 32MP camera for sharp and refined selfies.

For long-range shooting, the F9 Ultra features a flagship 5x periscope telephoto camera. It supports 10x lossless zoom and 20x AI Ultra Zoom.

Meanwhile, the F9 Pro comes with a 50MP 2.5x floating telephoto camera which doubles as a macro shooter.

The lineup likewise comes with live cinematography with 4K ultra HD capture, automated focal transitions, and fluid lens shifts.

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