Author: Sandeep Sarkar

CES 2022 has kickstarted and technology giants have started showcasing their newest of innovations. Smartphones remain a major attraction as always and the audience is being presented with new releases. TCL has also expanded its smartphone lineup with two new 5G smartphones. The TCL 30 V 5G and the TCL 30 XE 5G are the newest 5G offering by the company announced at the CES 2022. Let’s quickly see what all features with new TCL 5G phones offer:

TCL 30 V 5G, TCL 30 XE 5G Specifications And Features

Both TCL 30 V 5G and the TCL 30 XE 5G are announced for the budget audience. The former is a Snapdragon 480 SoC-powered handset. The entry-level octa-core Qualcomm 5G processor is aided by 4GB RAM and 128GB storage capacity. It will boot on Android 11 OS.

The handset flaunts an AMOLED display that measures 6.67-inches. The TCL 30 V 5G display comes with 1080 x 2400 pixels FHD+ resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The refresh rate offered is standard, i.e, 60Hz.

For optics, this budget TCL 5G phone sports a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide angle camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The selfie department is handled by a 16MP camera upfront. The handset uses a 4,500 mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.

The TCL 30 XE 5G is also an affordable 5G handset that uses the MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor instead of the Snapdragon 480 SoC as the above model. Other features are slightly downgraded compared to the other new model. While the display panel is the same, i.e, AMOLED, it is slightly smaller at 6.52-inches and supports 720 x 1600 pixels HD+ resolution.

The camera setup also features a smaller 13MP primary lens at the back combined with a pair of 2MP sensors. The selfie snapper here is an 8MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. The battery capacity is the same here as the above variant, i.,e a 4,500 mAh unit with 18W fast charging support.

TCL 30 V 5G, TCL 30 XE 5G: Price, Where To Buy?

TCL is yet to announce the prices of both TCL 30 V 5G and the TCL 30 XE 5G. However, both handsets are said to be available initially in the US. We are waiting for the brand to update the availability status of both models in India and other regions.

Following several canceled ad eventually delayed launches, the Samsung Galaxy A21 FE has finally made its debut in the global market. The South Korean tech giant took to CES 2022 to announce its pending flagship smartphone for the masses. The premium-grade handset has been subject to numerous leaks with most of them centered around its availability rather than the specs and features. But the hardware packed inside the Galaxy S21 FE is the same as the rumor mill suggested all this while. Let’s look at the details below:

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Full Specifications And Features

Samsung has packed the Galaxy S21 FE with a 6.4-inch display. It is a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel that supports a 120Hz screen refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. The panel features a punch-hole cutout which is placed at the center-top. This in-display cutout is a storehouse for a 32MP selfie snapper with an f/2.2 aperture.

The Galaxy S21 FE’s primary optics setup at the back aligns a 12MP main camera with an f/1.8 aperture, a 12MP wide-angle sensor, and an additional 8MP telephoto sensor vertically inside a protruding module. At its core, the Galaxy S21 FE will be using the Snapdragon 888 SoC (in the US) and an octa-core Exynos 2100 processor in India and other Asian markets.

This premium range Samsung phone is announced with up to 8GB RAM. It will offer up to 256GB native storage capacity. Additional features include an in-display fingerprint scanner and a custom OneUI-based Android 11 OS firmware. Another important highlight is the IP68 certifications that give it dust and water resistivity.

The Galaxy S21 FE’s connectivity aspects include support for 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC. The handset runs on a 4,500 mAh battery and supports 25W fast wired charging. It also comes with 15W wireless charging support.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE All Variants, Price, India Sale Details

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE will be available in two different models. The base model packed with 128GB storage is priced at GBP 699 which is around Rs. 70,000, while the 256GB storage model’s price is set at EUR 749 (approx. Rs. 75,000). The color options announced as White, Graphite, Lavender, and Olive. While the handset has been announced officially, the India launch date is yet to be revealed. We will be keeping an eye on the same and will keep you posted with the details.

Samsung has been adding new models to its affordable smartphone lineup across the globe.  We have seen numerous budget devices last in both Galaxy A and the Galaxy M series. One of the models from the former series dubbed Galaxy A03 arrived as an entry-level model with features like a Unisoc series chipset and an HD+ display back in November 2021. The pricing and availability details of this handset were unannounced back then. Now, the company itself has updated its status.

Samsung Galaxy A03 Price, Availability Announced

The Samsung Galaxy A03 is initially being made available in Vietnam. It will be available in the remaining global markets including India sometime later. As far as its first sale in Vietnam is concerned, the brand has scheduled the same on January 10. The price of the Galaxy A03’s base model with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage is set at VND 2,990,000 which is somewhere close to Rs. 9.700.

On the other hand, the Galaxy A03 with 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage will be available for purchase at VND 3,490,000 which is roughly around Rs. 11,400 in Indian currency. The color options which the masses will be able to choose from are red, black, and dark green. We still have got no update from Samsung regarding the Galaxy A03’s India launch. However, we will update you with the timeline once it’s known.

Samsung Galaxy A03 Hardware Details

As mentioned previously, the Galaxy A03 is an entry-level offering by the South Korean giant. Driving this handset is an octa-core Unisoc T606 processor which is clubbed with 3GB/4GB RAM. This handset offers dual storage options including 32GB and 64GB. It also has provision for external microSD card support via a 3-way dedicated SIM slot.

The Samsung Galaxy A03 employs an IPS LCD panel that measures 6.5-inches. The display supports a standard 720 x 1600 pixels HD+ resolution and an aspect ratio of 20:9. The display sports a waterdrop notch which stores a 5MP camera for selfies.

The Galaxy A03’s back panel features a dual-camera setup where the primary sensor is a 48MP lens with an f/1.8 aperture. The additional sensor is a 2MP lens that has an f/2.4 aperture and is used for depth mapping. This entry-level Samsung phone comes void of a physical fingerprint scanner but offers Face Unlock and other standard privacy options. A 5,000 mAh battery rounds off the spec sheet. Notably, this model doesn’t have any fast charging support.

Towards the end of 2021, we had seen a surging trend amongst the smartphone OEMs to increase the prices of their older launches. But we might see a slight change across the smartphone industry this year. Keeping in line with the same, Samsung has announced a price cut on one of its affordable smartphones. The Galaxy A12 is the latest model by the South Korean brand to receive a discount following a price hike last year.

Samsung Galaxy A12 New Prices In India

Both Samsung Galaxy A12 4GB RAM and the 6GB RAM model have received a price cut of Rs. 1,000 in India. Following the discount, you’ll be able to buy the base model (4GB RAM) for Rs. 12,499 instead of Rs. 13,499. On the other hand, the Galaxy A12 6GB RAM model will now be retailing at Rs. 15,499 instead of Rs. 16,499 launch price. The new prices are applicable on all shades including black, white, and blue. Notably, the device will be sold at discounted prices across all the online as well as offline retail stores in the country.

Samsung Galaxy A12: New Price Cut Makes It Worth Buying?

Before we give a verdict, we’ll have to quickly recap all the features offered by the Galaxy A12. It is an entry-level offering that is driven by the octa-core Exynos 850 processor. The chipset is paired up with Mali G52 GPU and up to 6GB RAM. The budget device offers up to 12GB storage configuration which is further expandable via microSD for additional space.

The Galaxy A12 accommodates a TFT panel that measures 6.5-inches in size and has regular HD+ (720 x 1600) pixels screen resolution. The screen refresh rate offered is also standard, i.e, 60Hz. For imaging, Samsung has used four cameras on this budget Galaxy A smartphone. The unit offers a 48MP main camera, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a pair of 2MP lenses.

The Samsung Galaxy A12 uses an 8MP camera for selfies. The firmware boots on is Android 11 OS layered with a custom OneUI skin. The security aspect is taken care of by a power key-integrated fingerprint scanner on the right edge. The device gets its power via a 5,000 mAh battery with 15W fast charging support.

The features offered by the Galaxy A12 are decent; specifically, if you consider a budget handset it is well loaded to be a daily driver. However, the asking price tag of Rs. 12,499 following a discount is higher when you compare it with the Chinese counterparts.