Priced in the mid-range segment, the newly launched Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G surely packs an interesting set of features, but another competitor from Vivo, the Vivo T3 Pro 5G, could come across as a blockade in Redmi’s path. Here’s a specifications comparison between the two devices from Redmi and Vivo to get an answer to the question we asked in the headline—Who is the real ‘Pro’?

Display

The Vivo T3 Pro 5G gets a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, 100% P3 colour gamut, Schott Glass protection, and 4500 nits peak brightness. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G sports a 6.67-inch 1.5K Resolution AMOLED Display with a Refresh Rate of 120Hz, Dolby Vision, 12-bit colours, 3000 nits peak brightness, 446 ppi, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 1920Hz PWM dimming, and HDR10+ support. It is protected with Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

When comparing the two, the T3 Pro 5G has a slightly bigger panel, higher pulse width modulation frequency, and is brighter than Redmi’s display. However, Redmi’s Note 14 Pro 5G has a higher resolution, and stronger protection, along with Dolby Vision support which Vivo’s panel lacks. While choosing either of the two, you’ll have to make a tradeoff, so here’s a tie between them if we talk of which device equips a better panel.

Software & Performance

The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC powers the Vivo T3 Pro 5G, coupled with 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. Redmi’s Note is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra SoC under the hood, also paired with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. It comes with up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.

Both have the same amount of storage and RAM but the Processor is superior in Vivo’s handset, as the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 has a better CPU and GPU performance than the Dimensity 7300, although the difference may not be observable in real world use.

As for software, both of them run on Android 14, but Redmi’s device wins because the company offers 3 years of OS updates while Vivo will offer only 2 years of OS updates to the Vivo T3 Pro 5G.

Battery & Cameras

Both the devices get a 5500mAh battery but Vivo’s device sports faster 80W charging while Redmi’s handset offers only 45W wired charging.

As for optics, Vivo T3 Pro 5G is backed by a dual rear camera system, including a 50MP f/1.79 Sony IMX882 main sensor with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide angle f/2.2 sensor. On the front, it gets a 16MP f/2.45 selfie sensor.

Redmi’s device features a triple camera setup: a 50MP f/1.5 Sony LYT-600 primary camera with OIS, an 8MP f/2.2 IMX355 ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP f/2.4 macro camera. The smartphone also has a 20MP selfie camera.

We can’t comment on which one packs a better set of cameras as performance would vary in real-world use, but in terms of on-paper specs, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G emerges as the winner in the camera segment.

Verdict

Both the devices begin at Rs 24,999 for the base 8GB + 128GB model and cost Rs 26,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model. While the competition is neck-to-neck, Redmi’s handset has a few notable advantages over Vivo’s device, including a better IP rating, stronger display protection, better cameras, and longer software support. Vivo’s device is a decent option, too, with a good chipset, brighter display, and faster charging, but it doesn’t quite match Redmi’s offering in terms of the value it provides.

Samsung Galaxy Ultra smartphones have always been the top-notch devices from the brand (apart from its foldable), but Samsung doesn’t plan on compromising. For the past four years, the brand has stuck to 12GB RAM in its top-end Ultra smartphones. For the upcoming Ultra device, Samsung could still pack the Galaxy S25 Ultra base model with 12GB RAM but fret not, as the upper variants could pack higher RAM.

While 12GB RAM may seem enough at first but as competitor brands move forward and apps get more resource hungry, Samsung will have to move forward too. However, it doesn’t plan on doing so with the Galaxy S25 Ultra base model as according to a leak, it will still get 12GB of RAM with 256GB of storage.

There’s good news too, as the leak suggests that the device will be available in two more trims, with 16GB RAM and storage options including 512GB and 1TB. While Samsung has offered these storage options in the past, they have always had 12 gigs of RAM since the Galaxy S21 Ultra, even in the top-end variants. The last 16GB RAM was in the Galaxy S20 Ultra from 2020. More RAM means the device will perform better in the multitasking processes and retain App memory for longer.

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra is already shaping up to be a major design upgrade over the S24 Ultra. The Galaxy S25 Ultra will reportedly have flat sides, which is a major change. These sides will be identical to what we have seen on the Galaxy S24 Plus. The buttons will reside on the right side as usual. It will have some of the slimmest bezels ever seen on a Samsung phone.

Further, another major change is the rounded corners of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, compared to the sharper ones we have seen on the previous three generations of Galaxy S-series Ultra phones. At the bottom left corner will be the S-Pen slot, which is usual for the brand’s Ultra phones.

The Moto G35 5G launched in India today, December 10, as one of the brand’s newest budget smartphones. The device debuted in Europe earlier this year, and the specifications of the India variant remain identical to those of the European model. Here’s everything to know about the device.

Moto G35 5G: Price, Availability

The moto g35 5G will be available in three colour options: Leaf Green and Guava Red with a vegan leather finish, and Midnight Black with a 3D PMMA finish. It will come in a single memory variant with in-built 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, priced at Rs 9,999. The moto g35 5G will be available for purchase starting 16th December 2024, at 12 PM onwards, exclusively on Flipkart, Motorola.in, and leading retail stores across the country. Reliance Jio users can avail cashback through various coupons.

Moto G35 5G: Specifications

The handset sports a 6.72-inch LTPS LCD FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1000 nits peak brightness, HDR 10, 8-bit colours, Gorilla Glass 3 protection, 391 ppi, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. It is powered by the Unisoc T760 5G processor coupled with 4GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage which is expandable via a hybrid microSD card slot. The handset is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W charging.

For optics, the Moto G35 5G offers a dual rear camera setup of a 50-megapixel f/1.8 main camera and an 8-megapixel f/2.2 ultra-wide angle lens. There’s a 16-megapixel f/2.45 front camera.

It further gets a side-facing fingerprint scanner along with Android 14-based My UX for software. It will get 1 Android OS update to Android 15 and 3 years of security patches. It also has stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos along with two mics.

Connectivity options on the Moto G35 5G include 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS, a 3.5mm Headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port. It also gets an IP52-rated water-repellent design.

Samsung India has announced the launch of Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Ultra Enterprise Edition smartphones in the country. While the devices’ specifications remain identical to the regular retail models, the Enterprise edition devices offer other benefits targeted at corporate users.

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Ultra Enterprise Edition: Price, Availability

Corporate and institutional customers can buy the Enterprise Edition S24 and S24 Ultra at Samsung.com from the Samsung Corporate+ portal. These new devices arrive in the country after Samsung launched the rugged Galaxy XCover 7 Enterprise Edition (Review) earlier this year as the brand’s first-ever enterprise-oriented smartphone in India. Prices for the devices start at Rs 78,999.

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Ultra Enterprise Edition: What to expect?

The Enterprise Edition Galaxy S24 Ultra boasts 12GB RAM and 256GB storage capacity, while the Enterprise Edition Galaxy S24 offers 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The new Galaxy Enterprise Edition smartphones come with a 12-month subscription to the Knox Suite, which enables defence-grade security, streamlined EMM enrollment, and comprehensive device/OS management.

It also offers data-driven device usage/security insights and tailored capabilities for frontline workers. The comprehensive solutions in a single bundle allow IT admins to secure, deploy, manage, analyze, and troubleshoot Galaxy devices. The Knox Suite subscription from the second year is offered at a 50% subsidized price. Like the retail units, the Enterprise Edition of Galaxy S24 devices will get up to 7 years of continuous firmware updates, including monthly security patches and Android OS updates.

The Enterprise Edition Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy S24 provide organizations with a comprehensive 3-year warranty throughout India. Samsung notes that the 3-year device warranty will be globally effective from April 2024 for all Enterprise Edition devices launched in 2024 and thereafter applicable only to S24 (Onyx Black, 8/256GB) and S24 Ultra (Titanium Black, 12/256GB). Battery Standard Warranty stands at 12 Months, and a warranty for accessories is offered for 6 months.

Finally, the devices also pack Galaxy AI features, such as Live Translate and Interpreter, for real-time voice and text translations. Chat Assist improves conversational tones, while Note Assist generates summaries and templates in Samsung Notes. Transcript Assist utilizes AI and Speech-to-Text technology to transcribe and translate voice recordings.

The Poco M7 Pro 5G India launch is set to take place a week from today, on December 17. Ahead of the event, the Xiaomi sub-brand has confirmed some of the handset’s key specifications. Some leaked specs are also available for the device, and here’s everything to expect from the launch.

Poco M7 Pro 5G: Specs

Poco M7 Pro 5G key specs have been confirmed via a Flipkart microsite. The device will sport a 6.67-inch full-HD+ Resolution AMOLED Display with a Refresh Rate of 120Hz, 8-bit colours, 2100 nits peak brightness, and HDR10+ support. It is protected with Gorilla Glass 5 and packs an in-display fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

The device is confirmed to sport a dual camera setup at the back, including a 50MP f/1.5 Sony LYT-600 primary sensor with OIS, while the details of the secondary sensor remain unknown. It will support in-sensor zoom, Super Resolution, and multi-frame noise reduction. At the front, there’ll be a 20MP sensor for selfies. Stereo speakers with support for Dolby Atmos are included, and there’s also a 3.5mm audio jack.

The rumoured specifications include a MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra processor paired with up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The device has similar specs to the Redmi Note 14 5G, which debuted earlier this week in India. If other specs remain similar, the device could include a 5,110mAh battery that may support 45W Fast charging.

We’ll know more about the handset, including its pricing details, at launch. Judging by the specifications, one could assume the device could be priced at around Rs 16,000, but it’s merely a speculation and nothing more.

In addition to the Poco M7 Pro 5G India launch, the Poco C75 5G will debut at the same event. The C-series handset is expected to be a rebadged Redmi A4 5G.

Redmi Note 14 series has been announced in India, consisting of the Redmi Note 14 5G, Note 14 Pro 5G, and the Note 14 Pro+ 5G. The three Redmi Note 14 series devices have chips from Qualcomm and MediaTek, and here’s everything else they have to offer.

Redmi Note 14 5G: Price, Specs

The Note 14 5G is available in three variants: 6GB + 128GB priced at Rs 18,999, the 8GB + 128GB model at Rs 19,999, and the top-end 8GB + 256GB model coming in at Rs 21,999. The first sale of the device will be held on December 13 via Flipkart, Xiaomi’s online and offline retail stores. Buyers can avail of a discount of Rs 1,000 when using ICICI bank cards online or HDB financial services at Xiaomi retail stores, or a Rs 1,000 exchange bonus. The device comes in Mystique White, Phantom Purple, and Titan Black colours.

The  Redmi Note 14 sports a 6.67-inch full-HD+ Resolution AMOLED Display with a Refresh Rate of 120Hz, Dolby Vision, 8-bit colours, 2100 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, and HDR10+ support. It is protected with Gorilla Glass 5.

The device is equipped with MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra SoC under the hood, paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. It comes with up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.

The Redmi Note 14 5G features a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP f/1.5 Sony LYT-600 primary camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor, and a 2MP f/2.4 macro camera. The smartphone also has a 20MP selfie camera. The Note 14 packs a 5,110mAh battery and comes with 45W Fast charging support.

Additional features include an IR Blaster and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 5, 5G, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB-C port for charging. The device runs on Hyper OS based on Android 14 and will get 2 years of OS updates with 4 years of security patches. There’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor for security, while the handset is IP64 rated as well.

Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G: Price, Specs

The Note 14 Pro is available in two variants: the 8GB + 128GB model, priced at Rs 24,999, and the 8GB + 256GB model, priced at Rs 26,999. The device’s first sale will be held on December 13 via Flipkart, Xiaomi’s online and offline retail stores. Buyers can avail of a discount of Rs 1,000 when using ICICI bank cards online or HDB financial services at Xiaomi retail stores or a Rs 1,000 exchange bonus.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro sports a 6.67-inch 1.5K Resolution AMOLED Display with a Refresh Rate of 120Hz, Dolby Vision, 12-bit colours, 3000 nits peak brightness, 446 ppi, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 1920Hz PWM dimming, and HDR10+ support. It is protected with Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

The device’s under-the-hood MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra SoC is paired with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. It can store up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro features a triple camera setup with a 50MP f/1.5 Sony LYT-600 primary camera with OIS, an 8MP f/2.2 IMX355 ultra-wide angle sensor, and a 2MP f/2.4 macro camera. The smartphone also has a 20MP selfie camera. The Note 14 Pro packs a 5,500mAh battery and comes with 45W Fast charging support.

Additional features include X-Axis Linear Haptics Motor, IR Blaster, and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC and a USB-C port for charging. The device runs on Hyper OS based on Android 14 and will get 3 years of OS updates with 4 years of security patches. There’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor for security and the handset is up to IP69 rated as well.

Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G: Price, Specs

The Note 14 Pro+ is available in three variants: 8GB + 128GB priced at Rs 30,999, 8GB + 256GB model at Rs 32,999, and 12GB + 512GB model priced at Rs 35,999. The first sale of the device will be held on December 13 via Flipkart, Xiaomi’s online and offline retail stores. Buyers can avail of a discount of Rs 1,000 when using ICICI bank cards online or HDB financial services at Xiaomi retail stores, or a Rs 1,000 exchange bonus. The handset comes in Spectre Blue, Titan Black, and Phantom Purple.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ is the most feature-packed device in the Redmi Note 14 series and sports a 6.67-inch 1.5K Resolution AMOLED Display with a Refresh Rate of 120Hz, Dolby Vision, 12-bit colours, 3000 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 1920Hz PWM dimming, and HDR10+ support. It is protected with  Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

The device is equipped with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC under the hood, paired with up to 12GB LPDDR4X RAM along with up to 512GB UFS 2.2 storage.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ features a triple camera setup with a 50MP f/1.6 Light Hunter 800 primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP f/2.2 IMX355 ultra-wide angle sensor, and a 50MP 2.5x telephoto camera. The smartphone also has a 20MP selfie camera. The Note 14 Pro+ packs a 6,200mAh battery and comes with 90W Fast charging support.

Additional features include X-Axis Linear Haptics Motor, IR Blaster, and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC and a USB-C port for charging. The device runs on Hyper OS based on Android 14 and will get 3 years of OS updates with 4 years of security patches. There’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor for security and the handset is up to IP69 rated as well.

Samsung is working on a new feature that will be baked into One UI 7, the latest version of its Android-based software skin. The company will soon release the Audio Eraser feature in One UI 7 that will help reduce background noise, wind noise, and more in a video. Here’s everything to know about it.

As leaked by tipster Ice Universe, an incoming version of One UI 7 will add the Audio Eraser feature. The Audio Eraser feature in One UI 7, as per the description seen in the screenshot shared by the tipster, will “eliminate distracting noise in videos by adjusting the volume of voices, wind, and other sounds.”

The description clearly states what the feature is supposed to do. Google has a similar feature that’s also AI-based and runs exclusively on Pixel smartphones and tablet. Google’s version uses advanced machine-learning models to separate audio tracks in your videos, allowing you to adjust their volume. Dubbed “Audio Magic Eraser,” it lets you effortlessly remove unwanted sounds.

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This tool identifies various audio streams—such as background conversations, stray music, or wind noise—and displays them as separate layers. You can then fine-tune each layer individually, reducing distractions and making your video sound exactly how you want it.

While Samsung doesn’t detail how its own implementation works, it should be similar to Google’s. Samsung released One UI 7 earlier last week for Galaxy S24 series in multiple countries including India. The update brings a revamped feel to One UI along with various AI features such as AI-based advanced writing assist tools. Integrated into AI OS, they allow users to boost their productivity where texts can be selected, without needing to switch between applications.