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Samsung launches new and improved Galaxy Z Flip4, Z Fold4

What a thriving foldable lineup!

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Samsung is enjoying an unopposed lead in the foldable market. Despite having several years to catch up, other smartphone brands haven’t closed the distance yet, leaving Samsung with a thriving foldable lineup. Today, the brand is looking to extend its lead further, launching the new Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Galaxy Z Fold4.

Galaxy Z Flip4

As expected, Samsung went all out for the new Galaxy Z Flip4. Featuring a slimmer hinge, the foldable device sparkles with a more refined design. Users can also customize their phones using Galaxy Themes for both the Cover and the Main Screen.

Underneath its 6.7-inch FHD+ screen (and 1.9-inch secondary screen), the Galaxy Z Flip4 sports the new Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset with 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage.

At its rear, the smartphone comes with two 12-megapixel rear cameras. While one acts as the main sensor, the other is for ultra-wide shots. In front, the device also comes with a 10-megapixel selfie shooter. Besides using the cameras individually, it also comes with FlexCam, a feature that will allow users to show photos and video hands-free. Users only need to unfold their device partially to access the feature.

And speaking of hands-free, the Galaxy Z Flip4 still lets users access their phones without unfolding their device through the Cover Screen.

For power, the foldable has a 3700mAh battery, which can reportedly charge to 50 percent in just 30 minutes.

Galaxy Z Fold4

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold4 punches an even bigger oomph for power users. The foldable has a larger 7.6-inch main screen (and a 6.2-inch secondary screen), delivering 120Hz refresh rate and an under-display camera. Underneath, it has the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 with 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage.

The smartphone also has a triple rear camera consisting of a 50-megapixel main sensor, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera. There’s also a 4-megapixel under-display camera. Finally, in front, it has a 10-megapixel selfie camera.

For power, the device has a 4400mAh dual battery, compatible with Super Fast Charging. It can reportedly charge to 50 percent in just 30 minutes.

Pricing and availability

The Galaxy Z Flip4 will come in four colors: Bora Purple, Graphite, Pink Gold, and Blue. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold4 will come in Graygreen, Beige, and Phantom Black.

Both devices will start selling on August 26. The Galaxy Z Flip4 will start at US$ 999.99, and the Galaxy Z Fold4 will start at US$ 1,799.99.

Pre-orders are available starting today. Pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Flip4 will get a free memory upgrade, a Silicone Ring Case or Strap Case, and up to US$ 900 of trade-in value. Any Galaxy Z Fold4 pre-orders will get the same free memory upgrade, a Standing Cover with Pen case, and up to US$ 1,000 of trade-in value.


Pre-order one here:

Galaxy Z Flip4: howl.me/1782498419600267258
Galaxy Z Fold4: howl.me/1782498420013699516

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HONOR Magic6 Pro coming to the Philippines

The bonafide speedster gets a PH release

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HONOR Magic6 Pro

The HONOR Magic6 Pro is coming to the Philippines. Although the official pricing hasn’t been announced yet, one of HONOR’s latest flagships may be preordered soon via HONOR’s Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop stores.

The HONOR Magic6 Pro is easily one of the best smartphones in the market today. It is multi-awarded with five DXOMARK Gold Labels for Camera, Battery, Display, Selfie, and Audio. Likewise, the device maintains its top position in the Global Ranking of DXOMARK Best Camera Phones worldwide.

The phone’s camera prowess has been well-chronicled in the past few months. GadgetMatch took it to a basketball open practice, highlighting its fast shutter, light absorption, image stabilization, and AI motion sensing algorithm.

READ: I took the HONOR Magic6 Pro to a basketball open practice

For a quick refresher, the Magic6 Pro sports the following cameras:

  • 180MP 1/1.49-inch f/2.6 OIS Periscope telephoto camera
  • 50MP 1/1.3-inch HDR f/1.4 to f/2.0 OIS wide-angle camera
  • 50MP f/2.0 AF ultra-wide angle camera

In a nutshell, the phone’s telephoto camera has a larger sensor, allowing 400% better light intake. It also lets users shoot up to 10x zoom without much detail loss. Meanwhile, its main camera allows users to switch between f/1.4 and f/2.0 apertures on the fly, with the system’s Ultra-large Variable Aperture. HONOR then utilizes both hardware and software to deliver on impressive camera performance.

For more details, read here: Under the hood: The HONOR Magic6 Pro’s cameras

Lastly, the HONOR Magic6 Pro is not just about its mobile sports photography capabilities. The entire handset itself is a bonafide speedster. From its performance to its display, from its animations to its cameras, the flagship has GadgetMatch’s Seal of Approval.

READ: The HONOR Magic6 Pro is a bonafide speedster

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

Beyond charging tech

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Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

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

Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Kwai Chai Hong/ ‘Little Ghost Lane’

Little Ghost Lane | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Petaling Street (Chinatown)

REXKL | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Tanghulu | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Petaling Street | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

In and around Central Market

Central Market | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery

Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Istana Negara entrance

Istana Negra | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Merdeka Square

Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Merdeka Square | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Malaysian Bak Kut Teh and more

Bak Kut Teh | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

Petronas Twin Towers at night

Petronas Twin Towers | Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

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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Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G: Philippine pricing, availability

Supercharge your gaming

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Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G

The Infinix NOTE 40 series is now official in the Philippines. Headlining the brand’s latest smartphones is the Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G, which will be available starting April 24th.

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.

Industry-leading charging capabilities

The new NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G debuts Infinix’s much-improved All-Round Fast Charge 2.0. Included with every purchase of the handset is the Infinix MagKit, phone case MagCase, and magnetic charging pad MagPad. The star of the NOTE 40 series boasts of 100W fast charge, as well as 20W wireless MagCharge. With Hyper Mode, users can recharge the NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G to 50% in as fast as eight minutes. Moreover, there are two other charging modes: Low-Temp and Smart modes.

Infinix’s latest charging technologies are also present in the Note 40 Pro+ 5G. Extreme-Temp Tech, for instance, allows reliable charging under 20 degrees Celsius. Bypass Charging 2.0, on the other hand, filters current to supply power directly to the motherboard during intense gaming sessions or watching videos to prevent overheating. Lastly, reverse charging allows sharing power with other devices wired or wirelessly at up to 10W.

Supercharge your gaming

Ensuring a smooth gaming experience on the Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G is its Mediatek Dimensity 7020 chipset. The phone has a configuration of 12GB RAM (plus 12GB RAM expansion) and 256GB storage.

Outside of gaming, users may use the 108MP main and 32MP front cameras to capture their favorite moments. The NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G also sports a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display. This stylish screen supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,300nits of brightness, and also comes with eye protection.

At the back of the phone is Infinix’s Active Halo feature. This ring light-looking display further brings the device to life with lifelike light pulsations. The light changes based on various activities, such as notifications, communication, playing games or music, charging, and more. It also serves as the phone’s camera flash.

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