Infinix Hot 40i
The Infinix hot 40i, coming from its predecessor, the Infinix HOT 40i sports an improved design, bigger memory configuration, and better camera hardware.
In particular, the device sports a 6.56-inch LCD (IPS) screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, HD+ resolution, and a top-center punch-hole for its 32MP selfie camera.
Under the hood, the handset features a 12nm UNISOC T606 chip with 8GB RAM, 8GB virtual RAM (for a total of up to 16GB RAM), 128GB or 256GB expandable storage, and a 5,000mAh battery capacity with USB-C 18W fast charging.
The primary camera highlights a large 50MP sensor paired with an AI secondary camera helper.
Other specs include a side-mounted fingerprint reader, up to 200% Super Volume speaker, WiFi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth, and dual SIM slots.
This also has the XBOOST Gaming Engine and runs with Android 13 OS with XOS 13 skin on top.
Tecno Spark 20C
The Tecno Spark 20C, is a stylish device geared towards entry-level consumers. It comes in different colorways such as Gravity Black, Mystery White. At the front, it has a 6.6-inch LCD (IPS) screen with HD+ 1612 x 720 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. Its punch-hole camera uses 8MP for selfies and video calls. Moreover, TECNO developed its own Dynamic Island feature that will show notifications for battery, charging, and more.
Inside, TECNO has been quiet on its processor and only mentioned of "octa-core" CPU. But it uses 4GB RAM + 4GB virtual RAM or 8+8GB combo and 128GB single storage option.
For battery, it has a 5,000mAh capacity that charges using the 18W power brick and a USB-C cable.
For the rear camera, it is using a 50MP primary shooter coupled with an AI lens for depth shooting.
Other features noted are the side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a dual speaker setup with DTS sound which can be boosted to 400 percent volume.
Connectivity-wise, it has 4G, WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz), Bluetooth, FM, GPS, OTG and dual SIM support.
For software, the phone runs Android 13 Operating System.
Xiaomi Redmi 13C
The Xiaomi Redmi 13c, among the main characteristics of the Redmi 13C are a 6.74-inch screen with a frame rate of 90 Hz, a 5 MP front camera, a main triple camera (50 MP, 2 and 2 MP), MediaTek Helio G99 SoC, a 5000 mAh battery with 18W charging support. The 13C packs a 8MP front-facing camera; around the back, there's a 50MP f/1.8 main shooter and a 2MP macro. The 5,000mAh battery takes 18W charging but there's a 10W brick in the box.
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE
The Xiaomi has officially released the Redmi Pad SE in the Philippines. It features an 11-inch display with adaptive 90Hz refresh, 8000mAh battery, and equips the Snapdragon 680 SoC. The chipset is a Snapdragon 680, built on the 6 nm process technology. It is a fairly old platform, as it arrived in early 2021, but we don't expect a powerhouse in this price category. In fact, this could be a great SoC for the Redmi Pad SE – we'll know for sure once we go through our regular tests and benchmarks. Our first impressions from the performance are the UI is smooth, and the 90 Hz could prove itself worthy when browsing or using the native player.
Xiaomi introduced MIUI Pad 14, which is an adapted version of MIUI 14 for big screens. Тhe apps feel native and not stretched; video also looks good. The 11” LCD is certified for low blue light, meaning it would be a great device for reading and learning. In theory, it can reach 400 nits and 1500:1 contrast, but once again, we have to use our own tools to determine how authentic these results are in real-life scenarios.
There are four speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio support, placed 2x2 on the right and left side (when held horizontally), and we are quite happy to see a 3.5 mm audio jack. The battery has an 8,000 mAh capacity, which sounds promising for an endurance test. However, it is rated for 10W, meaning it would take some time for the cell to get from 0 to 100% with the charger provided in the box.
Xiaomi Pad 6
The Xiaomi Pad 6 standard version comes with a single rear camera lens with 13 megapixels and a front 8-megapixel selfie lens. On the other hand, the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro features a 50-megapixel main camera with a 2-megapixel depth of field lens and a 20-megapixel centered selfie lens. The cameras on both devices allow for high-quality pictures and videos.
Another key difference between the two tablets is their fast charging capabilities. The Xiaomi Pad 6 comes with an 8840mAh battery and supports 33W fast charging, taking approximately 99 minutes to reach 100%. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro is equipped with an 8600mAh battery and supports 67W fast charging, taking just 62 minutes to reach 100%. charging features that are efficient and convenient.
In terms of security, the Xiaomi Pad 6 supports face unlock, while the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro offers an additional side fingerprint unlock. The Pro version’s fingerprint sensor is integrated with the power button, providing a seamless and convenient experience for users.
Both tablets come with LPDDR5 + UFS 3.1 storage and four speakers, supporting Dolby Atmos. They also have four microphones, a USB 3.2 Gen1 interface that supports DP output, and a thickness of just 6.51mm, making them incredibly portable. The operating system for both devices is MIUI Pad14.
Realme C55
The Realme C55 is a "budget-friendly" smartphone that features a 6.72-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz screen refresh rate, 64MP + 2MP dual rear cameras, and an 8MP selfie camera. It runs on a MediaTek Helio G88 chipset, either 6GB or 8GB of RAM, Android 13 OS, and realme UI 4.0 interface with the new "mini-capsule" dynamic notification system on the camera punch-hole. There's also a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, 4G LTE connectivity, dual-band Wi-Fi, and expandable storage up to 1TB. A large 5,000mAh battery powers the device with support for up to 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging technology via USB type-C.
Xiaomi Pad 5
Design-wise, the Xiaomi Pad 5 sure doesn’t look like a plain ordinary tablet. Its style is edgy with a smooth frosted back and a square camera module with curved edges that takes its looks from the brand’s Mi 11 series—mostly the Mi 11 Lite. The unit we have is in the Pearl White color which reflects some somewhat sunset hues from different angles.
It looks clean, modern, and it’s nice that it doesn’t attract a lot of fingerprint smudges. Still, we suggest placing a case on so the camera module doesn’t wobble the device when placed on flat surfaces. It’s also available in a darker Cosmic Gray version if you’re interested.
Huawei MatePad 11
The Huawei MatePad 11 is also packed with several productivity features. These include Huawei Share for interconnectivity with other gadgets; support for a keyboard, mouse, and Huawei M-Pencil stylus; and a more flexible multi-window system. It also received dual certification from TÜV Rheinland for its low blue light level and flicker-free display.
It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset with 6GB of RAM, dual-band Wi-Fi, and a 7,250mAh battery that supports up to 22.5W fast charging technology. There’s also a 13 Megapixel rear camera and 8 Megapixel selfie camera.
