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5 things to do first with your Samsung Galaxy S24

If you have a new Galaxy S24, this is where to get started

an image of a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra on a white table

So you’ve got yourself a new Samsung phone and don’t know where to get started with it. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the best phones of the year, but whether you’re picking the Ultra or the Galaxy S24 or Galaxy S24 Plus, there’s a whole world of features wrapped up in this sophisticated bundle.

Samsung offers a massive amount of customization on its devices, some powered by Samsung’s One UI and some from the Android platform that it sits on. There are so many options you could spend forever digging through them. To get you started, here are five things that demand your attention right away.

Once you’ve set up your Samsung Galaxy S24 phone, this is what you should be paying attention to.

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Turn your power button into a power button

a photo of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's software power button

Press and hold the power button on your Samsung phone and it won’t turn the phone off. Instead, it’s set to launch Bixby. That’s right, Samsung’s obsolete voice assistant still lurks in your phone, while restarting your phone is more difficult than it needs to be.

Head into the Settings, then Advanced features where you’ll find the side button controls. Here you can change the press and hold option to the power off menu instead of triggering Bixby. You can also select what you want a double press to do, but I’d leave is as the camera, for quick access whenever you want to take a photo.

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Switch to gesture navigation – it’s not 2018

a photo of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's navigation settings

Samsung loves its three-button controls. It loves them so much, then even when all other Android brands had established a consistent order for those buttons, Samsung still did it backwards. By default your Galaxy S24 has those three button controls for navigation, which is shocking in this day and age.

Android is now built around fluid gesture navigation, so switch your Samsung so you’re not left in the dark ages. Head into Settings and then Display controls and you’ll find the options for the navigation bar. Switch this to gestures and join the future.

Supercharge your lock screen

a photo of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's lock screen

If you want to make the most of your lock screen, just tap on the clock that’s on it. That will spring open the widgets, loaded with information for you to glance it. It will include music, alarms, routines you have for the lock screen as well as the voice recorder, by default. But tap “settings” at the bottom and you can customize what’s shown.

That will give you the option of weather, your schedule, SmartThings (Samsung’s smart home app) and Digital Wellbeing, so you can glance at your screen time. You can choose what you are shown and what you aren’t, but it’s a great way to get quickly to information, and quickly access those features.

Get your Galaxy AI ducks in order

a photo of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's Galaxy AI options

Galaxy AI is the headline feature for Samsung’s S24 family and you won’t be surprised to hear that you’ll need to sign into your Samsung account to access those features. For anything that involves the keyboard, you’ll have to use Samsung’s keyboard, while the photo features reside in Samsung’s Gallery app. For the calling feature, you’ll have to use Samsung’s Phone app.

So if you want to use the AI features, make sure you sign into your Samsung account. If you’re happy not to use them (you can use Google’s AI in Photos on a limited basis), then you have a little more freedom around your device. If you want to use Galaxy AI, you’ll have to use the Samsung app associated with those features.

Install Gboard for smoother typing

a photo of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's keyboard switching options

If you don’t think you need Galaxy AI in the keyboard (or don’t need it all the time), then Gboard is a much faster keyboard offering a better experience – and it’s a first-class swap to make. Just download Gboard from Google Play and it will walk you through the installation and making it the default keyboard.

However, in Settings, General management, Keyboard list and default, you’ll find all your keyboard controls. At the bottom of this list you’ll see the option for “keyboard button on navigation bar”. Make sure this is turned on and then you’ll have the option to instantly switch keyboards with a tap. That means you can write in Gboard, but instantly swap to Samsung Keyboard if you want to access Galaxy AI.

There’s another step, however. Once you’ve swapped back to Samsung Keyboard it becomes the default again, but there’s another hack. In Samsung Keyboard you’ll see the voice input button on the toolbar. Press and hold on this and you get the option for “input method”. Once you’ve selected that, you’ll be able to switch keyboards back and forth all you like.

So there you have it. Those are the five things I think you should do when you get a Samsung Galaxy S24.

Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: the all-screen smartphone showdown

It feels like smartphone innovation has taken a real step forward with the introduction of the Vivo Nex and Oppo Find X.Both phones, from Chinese firms with the same parent company, push the boundaries of current smartphone design.
They build on the likes of the iPhone X, Essential Phone, Huawei P20 Pro and all the other notch-toting handsets by removing the notch all together while maintaining spectacularly slender bezels.
But that’s not all, as both the Oppo Find X and Vivo Nex also boast novelty pop-up cameras, helping to add to their futuristic look and feel.
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Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: display

Both screens here take up almost the whole of the front of the device, providing a visually alluring spectacle.

The Vivo Nex screen is 6.59 inches with a full HD resolution AMOLED panel, which equates to a pixel density of 388ppi.

Vivo says it’s managed to achieve a 91.24% screen-to-body ratio on the Nex, removing the bezels completely round three sides of the screen, with just a thin strip remaining at the base of the handset.

If you think that’s impressive though, the Oppo Find X one-ups it. The Find X has a slightly smaller (but still huge) 6.42-inch, curved OLED display, also with a Full HD resolution, giving you a slightly sharper 401ppi pixel density.

The highlight here though is the Find X’s 93.8% screen-to-body ratio, reducing the size of the remaining bezel at the bottom of the display even more.

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Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: design
Metal and glass are the materials of choice on the Vivo Nex and Oppo Find X. Both handsets have glass front and rears, which sandwich a metal frame.

The glass is almost uninterrupted on the rear of the Find X, with no cameras to break up the finish, although there is a break in the glass for the rising camera module.

The power switch is on the right of the phone, the volume keys are on the left, while on the bottom edge you’ll find a USB-C port, single speaker and the SIM tray. There is no headphone jack however.

The Oppo Find X measures 156.7 x 74.2 x 9.4mm, and weighs in at 186g, but it does have a curved display on the front and curved edges on the rear, making it a little easier to handle.

The Oppo Find X has a premium glass and metal design

Unsurprisingly the Vivo Nex is taller and wider thanks to its larger screen, but it’s actually slimmer than the Find X, measuring 162 x 77 x 8mm. It’s heavier too, at 199g.

The Nex does boast a headphone jack – on the top edge – while on the bottom you’ll find a USB-C port and single speaker. The power and volume keys both reside on the right of the Nex, with an additional key on the left which fires Vivo’s own smart voice assistant.

Neither phone has an IP rating, so you’ll want to avoid dropping them into your bath/sink/drink.

Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: cameras
This is where things get interesting. The two phones take a novel approach to camera integration, and they have to as they’ve stretched the screen almost as far as it can go, leaving no space for selfie snappers.

We’ll start on the rear of the Vivo Nex though, as the dual camera setup isn’t hidden away in the body of the phone. Instead you get a vertical stack of lenses with a 12MP (f/1.8) primary camera above a 5MP (f/2.4) secondary sensor with OIS (optical image stabilization) support.

Open up the camera app, and switch to the front facing camera though, and an 8MP (f/2.0) will gracefully rise from the top of the handset.

Vivo Nex cameras

On the Oppo Find X, none of its three cameras are visible before you open the camera app. Once you do though, a section the entire width of the handset rises out of the top of the phone, and it moves up more quickly than Vivo’s selfie camera.

The rear duo are a 16MP (f/2.0) primary and 20MP (f/2.0) secondary, with OIS support. Meanwhile, on the front there’s a 25MP (f/2.0) selfie camera on the other side of the mechanized block.

Oppo Find X cameras

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Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: biometrics
Something that you won’t see on either of these smartphones is a fingerprint scanner, but neither handset is bereft of biometric trickery.

There actually is a fingerprint scanner in the Vivo Nex, it’s just hidden within the display. It’s a little slower than fingerprint scanners which aren’t in the display, but it still works well.

You don’t get a face unlock option though, as the selfie camera is tucked away in the body of the phone.

The in-display fingerprint scanner on the Vivo Nex

There’s no fingerprint scanner on the Oppo Find X though, but you do get the firm’s O-Face technology.

O-Face uses the front facing camera and an infra red sensor to 3D map your face, and when it comes to unlocking the handset you have to hit the power/lock key to wake the phone, the camera quickly pops up to look at you and then unlocks the phone.

It works better and quicker than you make think.

Oppo's O-Face unlock works better than you may think

Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: power and storage
The Oppo Find X packs in a Snapdragon 845 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and it runs Android 8.1 Oreo with the firm’s own Color OS 5.1 interface over the top of it.

It comes with Google’s full suite of applications, and it also supports the Android P Beta program, allowing you to test out the next version of the operating system before its official release later this year.

Inside the Vivo Nex you’ll also find the top of the range Snapdragon 845, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It’s also running on Android 8.1, but with Vivo’s FunTouch 3.1 interface over the top, which doesn’t have the Google suite of apps.

Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: battery
The Vivo Nex packs in a huge 4,000mAh battery which is one of the biggest in any of the top smartphones.

Meanwhile, the Oppo Find X battery is slightly smaller at 3,730mAh, but you do get Oppo’s VOOC flash charging tech for quick top-ups. Neither phone supports wireless charging, however.

Oppo Find X vs Vivo Nex: price and availability
At the moment, the Vivo Nex is only available in China and it’s not clear whether it’ll come to more countries.

There’s better news regarding the Oppo Find X, as availability has been confirmed for China, India, Australia, France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands and North America.

OnePlus buyer’s guide: Everything you need to know about the brand

Who is OnePlus?

OnePlus is a Chinese technology company that primarily makes smartphones. The co-founders — Pete Lau (CEO) and Carl Pei (Director) — started the company in late 2013 (Pei, however, has now left the company to start his own called Nothing). Lau and Pei formerly worked for another Chinese technology brand, OPPO — a BBK Electronics subsidiary.

What does OnePlus offer?

As stated earlier, OnePlus primarily creates Android smartphones. In its early days, it was known for making high-powered phones with unique design elements and low prices. We saw this in its first phone, the OnePlus One, which had a starting cost of just $300.

As the brand attained more footing in the industry, it slowly raised its prices. In 2023, its standard flagship phone of the year — the OnePlus 11 — launched with a $699 price tag. However, that’s still competitive, especially considering the Google Pixel 8 Pro is $300 more and the starting price of a Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is the same.

OnePlus differentiates itself from the competition by approaching its design and software from a somewhat minimalist perspective. The company’s smartphones are always simple and elegant, focusing heavily on usability. Its software — known as Oxygen OS — used to be frequently heralded as one of the best Android skins ever made. This praise was usually based on how fast, smooth, and bloat-free the software was.

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We could argue all day about which phone is OnePlus’ best ever, but few would argue that the OnePlus 9 Pro would be a strong contender. Even today, it has one of the best cameras we’ve ever seen on a OnePlus phone and has many features modern OnePlus phones lack, such as wireless charging and a full IP68 rating.

Thanks to the phone being older, you can find this used for incredibly cheap, with prices as low as $300. To sweeten the deal, the phone has one more Android upgrade scheduled, so you’ll get Android 14 at some point in 2024.

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OnePlus phones: A breakdown of your options

The “T” variants

oneplus 10t standing with box and charger

In 2016, OnePlus released the first “T” phone: the OnePlus 3T. This phone looked exactly like the OnePlus 3 launched earlier that year but had a few spec upgrades. This started the trend of OnePlus refreshing its flagship phone line in the second half of the year.
The most recent “T” series flagship phone is the OnePlus 10T. This phone trumps the OnePlus 10 Pro with a more powerful (and less power-hungry) processor in the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. It also charges at a ridiculous 160W. It looks very similar to the 10 Pro, however.

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The Nord series

OnePlus revealed the very first phone in its new Nord line in 2020. Known simply as the OnePlus Nord, the phone featured many classic OnePlus flagship design elements and specs while dialing back a few aspects to keep the price lower. Since then, the company has launched multiple Nord phones in two different tiers.

The Nord 3 launched in 2023 and is the latest numbered flagship model in the line. However, OnePlus also uses the “T” system for Nords, so the OnePlus Nord 2T is out there as well.

Meanwhile, the Nord “N” series started with the Nord N10 and Nord N100. Globally, these act as the cheapest ways to enter the OnePlus ecosystem. However, these phones are simply rebranded copies of OPPO phones. The Nord N300 and Nord N30 are the newest in the family.

The Ace series

The OnePlus Ace series is where the company dumps realme clones — and even clones of its own phones — in specific markets.

Case in point, the first Ace phone was the OnePlus Ace, which is only available in very select countries (China, mostly). It is a carbon copy of the realme GT Neo 3, with virtually the same spec sheet. Interestingly, the GT Neo 3 was also the launching point for the OnePlus 10R, making the lineup incredibly confusing.

The OnePlus Ace Racing Edition followed, which was also a rebranding effort. The OnePlus Ace Pro, meanwhile, looks just like the OnePlus 10 Pro and OnePlus 10T but is decidedly cheaper.

The most recent phone in this lineup is the China-only OnePlus Ace 3. This is essentially a rebranded OnePlus 12R.

The flagship numbered series

Since the OnePlus 12 is the flagship phone from the brand in 2024, it features top-of-the-line specs, including the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It also has the newest and most innovative features from the brand, which strongly align with flagship trends of the year. Notably, the OnePlus 12 also features wireless charging, a feature with which OnePlus has had a strenuous relationship. For years, none of its phones had wireless charging. Then, it finally released a phone with it: the OnePlus 8. Then it took the feature away again, and now it’s back once more.

Regardless, we expect the OnePlus 12 to be the company’s best non-foldable phone in 2024. If you’ve got the cash and want the best OnePlus has to offer, this is it.

The “R” variants

OnePlus introduced the “R” series in 2021 with the debut OnePlus 9R. At first, “R” phones were trimmed-down versions of the main numbered phone (in this case, the OnePlus 9) exclusively for the Indian market. In 2024, though, OnePlus is taking the “R” line to a broader audience, with the OnePlus 12R being the first to launch in the United States and India.

The Open series

Samsung still owns the foldable phone market globally, but that doesn’t mean other companies aren’t throwing their own foldable phones into the ring. In the case of OnePlus, it launched its very first foldable phone in October 2023 with the OnePlus Open.

The Open is a lot like the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and the Pixel Fold in that it opens like a book. This allows it to exist either as a “normal” smartphone or a small tablet, depending on your needs at that particular moment. So far, OnePlus has not launched a clamshell-style foldable like the Galaxy Z Flip

What sets OnePlus apart from competitors?

A limited lineup
Although OnePlus often releases more smartphones each year than it did in the year prior, its lineup is still downright tiny compared to many of its competitors.

OnePlus has a smaller roster . This enables the company to focus more on its devices than some of its competitors. This is a similar strategy to the one adopted by Google, which also releases a very small selection of phones each year. Unfortunately, as OnePlus gets bigger, its roster is also growing. Time will tell if it keeps its roster manageable or if it becomes another Samsung.

Aggressive pricing
One of the most contentious topics amongst fans is how OnePlus has raised its pricing over the years. While it’s true that OnePlus phones are more expensive now than ever, the brand’s overall pricing strategy is still competitive. It’s just not releasing flagship-tier phones for $300 anymore — as it did in its early years.

When you compare OnePlus phones to the bigshots — especially Samsung and Apple — it’s plain to see that OnePlus offers a lot for sometimes hundreds of dollars less. For example, the OnePlus 9 had many similar specs to the Samsung Galaxy S21 yet cost $80 less. Even the OnePlus 9 Pro — which was very analogous in specs and features to the Galaxy S21 Ultra and the iPhone 12 Pro Max — started at $929, significantly less than those phones. The OnePlus 10 Pro was the exact same price as the Google Pixel 7 Pro, which was heralded as an amazing price for what you get. And, in 2023, the OnePlus 11 was just $699, hundreds of dollars less than its main competitors.

Worldwide availability
While it’s easy for anyone to walk into a store and buy a Samsung smartphone, that’s not the case for many other brands. Xiaomi, realme, OPPO, and many other Chinese smartphone makers have zero presence in the United States, for example.

HTC One : The gorgeous HTC One is a winner

HTC has announced the successor to this 2013 model, the HTC One (M8).HTC aims for the top with its gorgeously crafted, high-powered firework of an Android phone.

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The Good

The <b>HTC One</b> flaunts a stunning metal design, a powerful quad-core processor, and a beautiful 4.7-inch, 1080p screen. It runs Android Jelly Bean, takes great pictures, and has a feature-packed camera app.

The Bad

The sealed case design means no SD expansion slot or user-replaceable battery. The BlinkFeed software can’t be completely removed.

The Bottom Line

A few quibbles notwithstanding, the powerhouse HTC One is a beautifully crafted, near-ideal smartphone.

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As HTC’s new flagship smartphone, the HTC One is packed to the rafters with top-notch components and technologies including some of the latest processing gear from Qualcomm. In addition to being state-of-the-art, the successor to 2012’s HTC One X is lovingly crafted from premium metals, leaving no doubt that the Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer has put a considerable amount of blood, sweat, and tears into this handset.
HTC definitely brought its A game, and it needs to to defeat its archrival, the Samsung Galaxy S4. Like all other smartphones though, the One isn’t perfect — it lacks an SD card slot for extra storage expansion as well as a removable battery. The camera isn’t quite as revolutionary as advertised. Android purists may not love HTC’s Sense UI skin, and the One’s nonremovable BlinkFeed news reader isn’t particularly welcome.
Quibbles aside, though, the HTC One should be at or near the top of the list for anyone looking for a phone on Sprint, T-Mobile, AT&T, or Verizon — where it’s going head-to-head with the Galaxy S4. Yes, it’s a game of inches between both of those big-screen Android superphones . But I can easily say the HTC One is the fastest, most beautiful phone I’ve ever used, and it will sway anyone looking for a worthy alternative to the Samsung GS4.

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Design

Rectangular, flat, and extremely thin, the HTC One is practically all screen. Its 4.7-inch (1080p) LCD display uses what the company calls SoLux technology for improved picture quality and generates 468 pixels per inch (ppi). This, says HTC, helps the One’s screen boast the most impressive viewing experience of any phone it has ever created. Since the display is slightly smaller at the same resolution, the One’s screen has a denser pixel count than the Droid DNA (5-inch, 440ppi). The same goes for the Samsung Galaxy S4, which uses a larger 5-inch OLED screen (441ppi).

I can certainly verify that the One’s display has impact, with vibrant colors, wide viewing angles, and plenty of brightness. Details also look extremely crisp, which makes me eager to compare the One’s display against that of the Galaxy S4. I suspect that Samsung’s latest monster will offer higher contrast and brighter colors, but the jury is still out until I place both handsets side by side.
HTC also makes a big deal about the One’s all-aluminum chassis, describing it as using a zero-gap unibody design. Indeed, available in black and silver, the handset feels sturdy, with reassuring heft, and its smooth, metallic skin exudes high-end craftsmanship. HTC also took pains to point out that while the thin, white trim encircling the silver model I manhandled appears to be plastic, it is, in fact, metal.

Measuring 5.4 inches tall by 2.7 inches wide by 0.37 inch thick, the HTC One is certainly a handful. Tipping the scales at 5.04 ounces, it’s by no means lightweight either. I recommend stuffing the One into large, or at least secure, pockets to tote around town.
The One’s speakers do pack a hefty punch, producing rich audio with a satisfying helping of bass. The phone’s audio system has wide stereo separation as well, plus a surprising amount of volume.
In fact I found that I could rely on the One’s speakers in a pinch when my portable Bluetooth speakers weren’t handy. While nowhere near as loud as, say, a Jawbone Jambox or Jabra Solemate, the phone provides enough audio oomph for small groups in quiet rooms.
Above the display sit a 2.1MP front-facing camera and a notification light. Below are just two capacitive Android buttons, while a headphone jack and volume button are up top. What’s really interesting is how the power button also doubles as an IR blaster to control home theater equipment. A volume rocker is placed on the right side, and a SIM card slot holds court on the left. On the bottom edge sits the phone’s Micro-USB port. Around back is the 4MP main camera with LED flash, which also uses HTC’s UltraPixel sensor.

Software, UI, and features

The HTC One has all the power of modern Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean at its disposal. currently 4.2, but you do get all the tight integration with Google’s wide range of software and services that modern Android phones enjoy. These include Gmail, Google+ social networking, Google Talk, Google Drive, and so on, plus access to over 700,000 apps for download through the Google Play store.
Layered on top of Android is yet another version of HTC’s Sense UI. As is typical of this sort of added interface, the latest version of Sense offers more enhancements you may or may not find useful.
The first is something HTC calls the BlinkFeed, a main home screen consisting of dynamic tiles that display content from a wide variety of news outlets, blogs, and Web sites (including CNET). If you’re familiar with popular news aggregators such as Flipboard and Pulse, then you get the idea.
There are drawbacks to BlinkFeed that you should be aware of, most notably that you can’t turn the feature off, at least not entirely. By default the BlinkFeed screen is set as the phone’s primary home screen. You can, however, select any of the HTC One’s home screens as its starting point.
Another annoyance I ran into is that BlinkFeed pulls content from a stable of vetted sources. While that’s fine for casual news viewing, you’ll probably run into roadblocks trying to tweak it to display more-targeted outlets.

I admit that I like the revamped Sense user interface. Besides BlinkFeed, the skin has a cleaner look with icons that are less crowded across and within the app tray. Also odd is that unlike in stock Android Jelly Bean, the app tray doesn’t side-scroll; it scrolls vertically. The scrolling motion also jumps through icons by the page, not smoothly at a set rate, which takes getting used to.
Gone is HTC’s iconic weather clock widget, which has graced its phones since way back in the days of Windows Mobile. You will still find information about time and weather forecasts at the top of the home screen, but displayed in a much more low-key fashion. An icon here and on the lock screen displays current conditions by taking the shape of a sun, clouds, and so on. It will even blink at you with eye-catching animations such as falling rain or snow.

Battery life
An embedded 2,300mAh battery serves as the One’s power source, which I admit doesn’t sound like much on paper, especially compared with phones with ultra-high-capacity batteries such as the Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD (3,300mAh). Of course the HTC Droid DNA managed a long 8 hours and 43 minutes on the CNET Labs video battery drain test with a smaller 2,020mAh battery.
In terms of longevity, though, the HTC One didn’t disappoint. The phone beat out the Droid DNA on the same test, lasting a full 9 hours and 37 minutes when subjected to the official CNET Labs video battery drain benchmark.

Pure Android meets premium design (pictures)

On back of the HTC One Google Play Edition is the same 4MP “ultrapixel” camera you’ll find on the standard One handset.

Slim, trim, and metallic

It’s hard not to stare at the HTC One GPE’s svelte aluminum profile.

The HTC One GPE, just like the standard HTC One, has a trim volume key with a retro rippled texture.

Flanking the screen are a set of twin speakers for impressive stereo sound.

More than a basic camera

The HTC One Google Play Edition’s camera app offers the Photo Sphere mode for 360-degree panoramas along with standard horizontal panorama mode.

Choose the image size

The HTC One Google Play Edition’s camera tops out at 4MP.

Conclusion

In the One, HTC has created a premium phone that’s fast and thin, and which flaunts a drop-dead gorgeous design. In my experience, the phone’s screen and its camera largely live up to the hype, though the camera’s low-light performance is a bit oversold.

I was surprised, however, by how much fun I found the phone’s Highlight video function to be. Sure, shooting Zoe videos is limited because it uses a proprietary file format. The Highlight movies, on the other hand, are convertible and much easier to share. It also resulted in me capturing one of my best phone videos ever.

Score Breakdown

Design 10
Features 8
Performance 8

Best Samsung Phones for You: High-end, Mid-range and Low-budget Ones

Undoubtedly, Samsung is considered the biggest name in the Android world. If you are thinking of buying a new phone, it is, however coherent that you might consider buying Samsung’s best mobile . In addition, it can be easy to say that you purchase a Samsung Galaxy or Note series. However, Samsung has a potent lineup with various prices starting from as low as $200 to phones as high as $1,300.

More so, Some of Samsung’s entry-level and mid-range lineups are similar in designs and specifications, making the selection process quite confusing, which is the primary purpose of this article. We have broken down some of the best budgets for Samsung phones from the mid-range, high-range, and even entry-level options.

Part 1: Best High-end Samsung Phones

In this section, we’ll give you Samsung top models that are High-end for you to choose from:

1.Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

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S22 Ultra is the most expensive Samsung phone and Samsung’s best camera phone. This is the best Samsung phone if you want to upgrade to a flagship with all the whistles and bells. Although the Galaxy S22 Ultra does not have ‘Note’ included in its name, we know that it is the best and the last of its kind. As of writing this article, the Galaxy S22 ultra is a beauty with an S Pen stylus, a Note-like shape, and a slot to house it.

Specification:

Screen size: 6.8-inch
Storage: 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB
RAM: 8GB / 12GB
OS: Android 12
Resolution: 1440 x 3088
Dimensions: 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9mm
CPU: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 / Exynos 2200
Weight: 228g
Front camera: 40MP
Rear camera: 108MP + 10MP + 10MP + 12MP
Battery: 5,000mAh
Release date: February 2022

Pros

Spectacular Phone Display
Great Battery life
The best camera system in the market with great zooming capability.
Built-in S Pen is faster
The +Super display is very bright
The +Cameras offer better performance in low light

Cons

The internal volume is eaten and much weight.
MicroSD slot is unavailable
The battery life can be better
It is costly
The RAM is lesser than the previous model

2.Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

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Specifications

Screen size: 6.8-inch
Storage: 128GB/256GB/512GB
RAM: 12GB / 16GB
OS: Android 11
Resolution: 1440 x 3200
Front camera: 40MP
Rear camera: 108MP + 10MP + 10MP + 12MP
Dimensions: 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm
CPU: Snapdragon 888 / Exynos 2100
Weight: 227g
Battery: 5,000mAh
Release date: January 2021

Pros

Exquisite design with IP68 rating for water and dust resistance
Clear and Loud stereo speakers
An excellent UI software having varieties of useful customizability and features
Advanced connectivity features such as 5G, Wi-Fi 6E
Long Battery life
Four years of software updates are available
Wireless and reverse wireless charging is available
Best display with a 120Hz variable refresh rate

Cons

Lots of notifications and ads in One UI application
It is very expensive
No headphone jack and microSD card slot

Part 2: Best Mid-range Samsung Phones

In this section, we’ll give you the best mid-range Samsung phone that is you can choose from:

1.Samsung Galaxy S20 FE

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The Galaxy S20 FE is onebest mid-priced Samsung phones available with a design like the Galaxy S20 but few differences. The bottom bezel underlining is thicker, and the display does not have those curved side edges. It has both the 4G and 5G versions, but the 5G is unavailable in some countries.

Specification

Screen Size: 6.50-inch
Resolution: 1080 x 2400
Processor: Samsung Exynos 990
OS: Android 10
Front Camera: 32MP
Rear Camera: 12MP + 12MP + 8MP
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB
Battery: 4500mAh
Release Date: 23rd September 2020

Pros

The design is elegant and slim
Performance is reliable
Fluid and smooth120Hz display
Software is excellent
A stereo speaker is available

Cons

It has a regressive 15W fast charging
It comes with a plastic back

2.Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

This is one of the best mid-range Samsung phones available in the market. This version of Samsung Galaxy has a Snapdragon 750 5G chip and is equipped with a Super AMOLED screen, 120Hz refresh rate, and 5G connectivity.

Specification

Body: 159.9×75.1×8.4mm
Display: 6.50 inches
Processor: Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 570).
Memory: 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
MicroSDXC: Shared SIM slot.
OS/Software: Android 11, One UI 3.1.
Rear camera: Wide (main): 64 MP, 12 MP, 5 MP, 5 MP
Front camera: 32 MP
Battery: 4500mAh.
Release Date: 2021, March 17

Pros

The body is IP67-rated with a beautiful design.
120Hz refresh rate with Great AMOLED screen
Battery life is Impressive.
The stereo speaker is Balanced and loud enough.
The camera experience is great for photos and videos.

Cons

Priced is almost the same with flagship-grade chipsets
Uninspiring GPU performance.

Part 3: Best Cheap Samsung Phones

In this section, we’ll give you Samsung affordable phones that are you can choose from:

Samsung Galaxy A32 5G

This is one of the best cheap Samsung phones targeted at people that do not have enough money to purchase the flagship device. It is the perfect buy to acquire a good-looking phone with an excellent design and 5G support.

Specifications

Display: 6.5-inch Full HD+
Processor: MediaTek MT6853
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64/128GB
Cameras: 48, 8, 5, and 2MP
Front camera: 13MP
Battery: 5,000mAh
Software: Android 11
Released date: 2021, January 22

Pros

Beautiful design and impressive performance
Gorilla Glass 5 is Durable
Long battery life
It is affordable
Worth the price
Software upgrade policy is excellent

Cons

Display in low-resolution
Mediocre speaker
Easy scratch at the back panel

Samsung Galaxy A13

This is a Samsung low-budget phone and one of the best ways to get 5G phones for a lower price. However, an upgrade carried out on the device made it go low from its standard. Due to the changes, the ultrawide camera is gone but stuck with the macro camera around for a year.

Specifications

Display: 6.5-inch, HD+
Processor: MediaTek
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB
Cameras: 50, 2, and 2MP
Front camera: 5MP
Battery: 5,000mAh
Software: Android 11
Release Date: 2021, December 03

Pros

Long battery life
Worth the price
Security update for four years

Cons

Aside from the 90Hz refresh rate, the display is not nice
Build quality is questionable
Some of the rear cameras are not useful

Conclusion

This article broke down the best Samsung phones you can buy, starting from the highest to the smallest Samsung phone, depending on your budget.

Samsung Galaxy S21+ : You Should Know

Part 1-Samsung Galaxy S21+ basic information

The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has excellent built with a professional design pattern. In this model, Samsung designed uniquely to embed the three cameras in the corner of the phone wisely.

A separate module holding the three lenses delivers an attractive outlook to the product. It has a 4800 mAh battery capacity and installed with Android 11 operating software. The display size comes around 6.7 inches with a resolution of 1080*2400 pixels at 394 PPI.

Storage: chipset is Exynos 2100 processor with 8GB RAM and 128/256 GB storage space.

Color: >This product is available in six colours like Phantom Black, Phantom Silver, Phantom Violet, Phantom Pink, Phantom Gold, Phantom Red.

Release Date: January 2021

Camera: 12MP wide-angle lens, and the territory has 64MP with a telephoto lens.

Network: supports connectivity through Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC and 5G etc.

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You can establish a flawless and fastest connection around the globe and take high-resolution images in no time. Sufficient storage helps the users to store their crucial files and memorable media documents without any issues. The operating software Samsung One UI 3.1 supports Android 11 offers an astonishing performance despite interruptions.

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Part 2- What’s new on S21+?

Connectivity:The gadget’s 5G feature helps the users to connect with the internet at a faster rate without any interruptions. Due to its ultra-wideband, you can achieve a download speed of 2.4Gbps.

Quality Video Clicks:In this device, you can capture the best moments with 8K video. Effortlessly record the live actions and create a high-quality album of 33MP quickly.

Efficient Camera activities:The Samsung Galaxy S21+ automatically corrects the sharpness and brightness level when you try to make a click in the night mode. The overall image quality increases without any manual changes by the users.

Moreover, you can use the three cameras and bring a director view while making clicks. You can switch between the lens and select the one that has a better focus to acquire a perfect picture for your needs.

This device allows you to capture videos using two lenses simultaneously without any issues. You can create a wide range of images and videos just with a single tap. It sounds exciting, am I right?

Excellent Display:The eye comfort shield is available on the device’s display to avoid eye fatigue due to consistent usage. This shield adjusts the blue-based lights automatically and helps the users to overcome eye strains.

Switch to Galaxy Ecosystem:You can connect with another Samsung gadget flawlessly at a faster rate. Link with Gadget Buds Pro, Galaxy tablets, smartphones, Samsung Dex. Using Motion Mirror, project your phone on TV and monitor it as per your requirements.

These are the hidden features of the Samsung Galaxy S21+, and you can make the best use of them depending on your needs.

Part 3-Is Samsung S21+ waterproof?

Yes, of course, Samsung Galaxy S21+ and S21 ultra exhibit this water-resistant property. These gadgets have an IP68 rating, tested by submerging the phone into the freshwater of 1.5 meters up to 30 minutes. Both the devices succeed through this test and provided the usual performance without any issues soon after this test. It is highly advisable not to use this gadget in pools and beach.

The testers employ freshwater during the water-resistant tests, and you must protect your device while exposing it too salty or any other water containing chemical residues.If you had purchased this brand device from the commercial digital market, then next, you must be wondering how to transfer phone data to thisSamsung Galaxy S21+

No need to worry any more, you will discover an effective method to transfer phone data between your old device and the new one. The Wondershare MobileTrans is an excellent data transfer tool that executes lossless data transfer without any difficulty.

4.1: How to transfer data from iOS to Samsung Galaxy S21+ Android device with MobileTrans?
You will learn how to employ MobileTrans to effectively transfer data between the iOS device and Samsung Galaxy S21 gadgets. Carefully follow the stepwise procedure for successful data transfer between devices.

MobileTrans – Phone Transfer

Amazing Features of Wondershare MobileTrans app

• There are two versions to support Windows and Mac systems. You can choose according to your requirements.
• Selectively transfer the data between gadgets in no time.
• You can expect lossless data transfer at a faster rate.
• This application supports more than 8000 devices flawlessly.
• You can transfer multimedia files, social media data quickly despite its file size.

Step 1: Download the Software

Go to the official webpage of Wondershare MobileTrans and download the tool as per your OS version. Choose the Windows or Mac and install the app on your Computer. Then launch the app by double-tapping the tool icon. On the home screen, press the ‘Transfer’ button in the Phone Transfer module.

Step 2: Connect the Phones

Next, use a reliable USB cable to connect your iPhone and Samsung Galaxy S21+ with your PC. Ensure the connection remains firm throughout the data transfer process to avoid unnecessary data loss. T

he application detects these two gadgets and places them at the right place on the source and destination side. If you find any controversies in the gadget position, then quickly tap the ‘Flip’ option available at the top centre of the screen to flip their places. Check whether the source gadget is iOS, and the destination is Samsung Galaxy S21+. Select the data you need to transfer between devices by simply hitting the checkboxes.

Step 3: Begin the transfer

After choosing the desired data to transfer, press the ‘Start’ button available at the right bottom of the screen. The Transfer process begins, and you must wait for a few minutes until the transfer process completes successfully. Check the USB cables and ensure it has a firm connection to avoid data transfer issues.

Now, disconnect the gadgets safely from your PC and check the transferred data in your new Samsung Galaxy S21+ device.

Conclusion

Thus, you are in the last lines regarding the discussion on the new gadgetSamsung Galaxy S21+. It is an incredible product in the digital space exciting gadget lovers to explore. Stay tuned to this article to discover the upcoming innovations in the electronic world.

The new Huawei MateBook X Pro is the MacBook Air killer I always wanted

Early Verdict

The new MateBook X Pro keeps that same alluringly minimalist design and pitch-perfect ergonomics, while seriously upgrading the display and internals. Outside of this laptop yearning for Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite.

Huawei’s laptops have always been known for being sleek, but the newest one, the 2024 MateBook X Pro, really takes it up a notch. This Intel Core 9 Ultra-powered, 14.2-inch screen laptop weighs only 980g and measures only 13.5mm.

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Pros

+Visually alluring, durable design
+OLED display is mesmerizing
+Touchpad and keyboard are best in class
+Speakers are surprisingly great
+Powerful Intel Core Ultra performance…

Cons

-but please, give me Qualcomm
-Expensive at (potentially) £1,799
-No 3.5mm headphone jack

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The Huawei MateBook X Pro has been an underrated ultraportable over the past couple of years. In fact, last year’s model is my favorite laptop of the year .
We also talk about how the display on the super thin MacBook is “bright and colorful,” but the 14.2-inch flexible OLED panel here is simply jaw-dropping from every angle. Chalk that down as another check in Huawei’s column.

The keyboard feels better to type on, the trackpad is arguably the best I’ve ever used with its elegant surface and software trickery. The Morandi Blue magnesium alloy is head and shoulders above the MacBook Air — both in terms of eye-catching color and its resistance to fingerprints.

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Huawei MateBook X Pro (2024)	M3 MacBook Air (13-inch)
Size	12.2 x 8.7 x 0.5 inches	12 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
Weight	2.2 pounds	2.7 pounds

Plus, we can’t go any further without talking about that weight. I expected a little heft — like the 2.7-pound MacBook Air is by no means heavy, but you can feel its weight. At 2.2 pounds, this CNC Unibody is lightweight unlike anything I’ve felt before.

Huawei MateBook X Pro (2024): Cheat sheet

What is it?A powerful, thin and light Windows notebook
Who is it for?For the hard workers on the go — needing something ultraportable to get intense creative work done, while needing a good screen for watching videos during long trips.
What do we like?At 2.2 pounds, it’s the lightest laptop I’ve ever used — but it doesn’t skip on the power with an Intel Core Ultra 9 and 32GB DDR5 RAM. This all keeps images superfluid on that drop-dead gorgeous OLED touchscreen display, and the attention paid to the delicate keyboard and gigantic touchpad is unmatched.
What don’t we like?Expect this to be expensive. On top of that, the 40W TDP of the Intel chip (while good for performance) does mean the battery takes a little bit of a hit.

Huawei MateBook X Pro (2024): Specs

Header Cell – Column 0	Huawei MateBook X Pro
Display	14.2-inch (3120 x 2080) touchscreen OLED, 3:2, 120Hz refresh rate
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
GPU	Intel Arc integrated graphics
RAM	32GB DDR5 RAM
Storage	2TB SSD
Ports	2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB-C
Connectivity	Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6E
Battery	70 Wh
Size	12.2 x 8.7 x 0.5 inches
Weight	2.2 pounds

Ridiculously good looking

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The same magnesium alloy shell returns (something that Huawei calls the “skin-soothing metallic body”) — carved into this curved, utilitarian shape that looks unmistakably luxurious from every angle. And this new lighter blue finish adds an alluring dash of personality to the otherwise minimalist elegance.
On top of that, this thing is durable. I’m not saying it’s like those ultra-rugged systems that you see people drop from great heights (please don’t do that), but the rough-yet-smooth surface covering the laptop has undergone a Micro-arc oxidation process to improve water resistance. What this translates into is a laptop that’s impressively resistant to fingerprints and stains.
Funny story: the reviewer’s guide every journalist received with a new product they’re testing suggested that I spill coffee on the surface, which immediately terrified me. But the photos you are looking at here were taken after I did indeed spill some prime Costa Rican dark coffee on the lid and wiped it off. Not a single bit of staining, and no fingerprints even when I was eating some Monster Munch

Unmatched ergonomics

It’s not just about the tools. It’s about how you use them, and the Huawei MateBook X Pro is a key example of that — offering arguably the best typing and clicking experience I’ve ever used on a Windows laptop.
The subtle dish of every key paired with 1.5mm of travel and a soft-yet-tactile landing of each key leads to a delightful typing experience, which matches the ergonomic greatness of the MacBook Air/Pro.
But let’s talk about the massive touchpad that goes all the way up to the bottom edge like an infinity pool. Following in Apple’s footsteps, there’s no actual mechanical click, as it’s all a solid-state construction. The haptic motor mimics clicks with a strong crispness, which gives you a gorgeous response to every interaction.
Instead, it’s edge controls! The left edge controls screen brightness, the right changes the volume, and moving across the top will scrub back and forth through videos. Once you experience it, you’ll find it hard to go back to any other laptop — it’s kind of a “why doesn’t everybody do this” kind of innovation that I love.
You’ve also got other gesture controls, such as knocking to take a screenshot or start a recording, but I’ll cut to the chase. This continues to be the best touchpad/keyboard combination I’ve ever used on a laptop.

A true feast for the eyes and ears

The older X Pro models were already a joy to watch movies and listen to songs on, but Huawei has gone a step further with four simple letters: OLED. Put simply, this 14.2-inch display is a masterpiece to the eyes.

Pairing a super sharp 3.1K resolution with a 3:2 aspect ratio and 120Hz refresh rate, this tall, crispy screen is a color-accurate joy to work on with up to a 1000-nit peak brightness. In all the lighting conditions I threw at this.

And my word what a sight it is. The vibrant colors melt off the screen and the 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio adds real depth to my time watching 3 Body Problem. But probably most surprising is the six-speaker setup here.

Whenever I see a laptop this skinny, tinny audio is sort of assumed of it. However, with impressive bass and a great, surrounding soundstage of well-balanced highs and mids, these speakers can overwhelm any time the fans kick up nicely.

Huawei MateBook X Pro (2024): Verdict

If you come at the king, you best not miss, and Huawei has come correct with the MateBook X Pro — putting the M3 MacBook Air on notice. Matching its performance, while being lighter, packing a gorgeous OLED panel, and the best keyboard/touchpad combo I’ve used on a Windows laptop, Apple is clearly in its sights and the shot’s been taken.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 AMD laptop : Compact Ryzen machine

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Ryzen and Lenovo ThinkPad laptops – not an easy relationship when it comes to the 2024 generation of ThinkPad laptops. Many of the newest ThinkPad laptops are not available with AMD CPU. In previous years, things very different. An example is the Lenovo ThinkPad X13. The smallest variant of the mainstream Lenovo business series ditched AMD this year, the new ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 features Intel’s Core Ultra Series 1 exclusively.

That is the reason why we are taking a look at the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 AMD with Ryzen 7000 today, the newest model with an AMD processor.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 21J3001VGE (ThinkPad X13 G4 Series)

Processor

AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U8 x 3.3 – 5.1 GHz, 30 W PL2 / Short Burst, 20 W PL1 / Sustained, Phoenix (Zen 4)

Graphics adapter

AMD Radeon 780M

Memory

32 GB , LPDDR5X-6400, on-board, quad channel

Display

13.30 inch 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixel 170 PPI, R133NW4K R0, IPS LED, glossy: no, 60 Hz

Mainboard

AMD Promontory/Bixby FCH

Storage

Samsung PM9B1 512GB MZVL4512HBLU, 512 GB

, M.2 2280, NVMe PCIe 4.0, 410 GB free

Weight

1.25 kg ( = 44.09 oz / 2.76 pounds), Power Supply: 301 g ( = 10.62 oz / 0.66 pounds)

Note: The manufacturer may use components from different suppliers including display panels, drives or memory sticks with similar specifications.

Chassis: Compact carbon/magnesium construction

With the ThinkPad X13 Gen 4, Lenovo has introduced a new design last year that already foreshadowed many new features of the 2024 ThinkPads. An example is the webcam bump, a rather controversial design choice. In any case, it makes opening the screen easier. Other design elements still follow the more classic ThinkPad design ethos, such as the silver hinges. With the 2024 ThinkPads, Lenovo has changed the hinge color to black – same for the ThinkPad logo.

Typical for the X13 series are the materials used here: Magnesium and aluminum for the lower half of the laptop, plastic with carbon-fiber reinforcement for the screen. Stability is great, as the whole device is well-made and almost completely painted black.

The two small drop down hinges do not allow for one-handed opening, but they securely hold the screen. There is no display-wobble. The maximum opening angle is 180 degrees.

The 13.3-inch business laptops in our comparison are all similarly heavy and have a similar footprint. Only the Dell Latitude 7350is smaller and a little bit more lightweight than the competition.

The 13.3-inch business laptops in our comparison are all similarly heavy and have a similar footprint. Only the Dell Latitude 7350is smaller and a little bit more lightweight than the competition.

Size comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G3 21CM002UGE 1.3 kg 2.86 lbs

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 21J3001VGE 1.3 kg 2.76 lbs

HP EliteBook x360 830 G10 7L7U1ET 1.3 kg 2.97 lbs

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 21EX004QGE 1.2 kg 2.69 lbs

Dell Latitude 13 7350 DIN A4❌ 1.1 kg 2.37 lbs

Security

Despite the ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 being so small, Lenovo manages to put in quite a few security features into this compact ThinkPad laptop. The subnotebook has a Kensington lock slot for theft protection, a fingerprint reader and an infrared camera for Windows Hello as well as a Smartcard reader – a secure log-in option for enterprise customers. Additionally, the ThinkPad has a dedicated TPM security chip and a mechanical privacy shutter for the webcam.

Accessories

Aside from the 65 W GaN charger with a USB-C connector, Lenovo does not include any other accessories with the ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 AMD.

Maintenance

Lenovo makes it for the user: Five screws and a few clips at the back edge of the system have to be loosened to remove the bottom cover and uncover the internals. Unfortunately, the ThinkPad laptop does not provide many upgrade options, as the RAM and Wi-Fi module are soldered down. At least, the 4G/LTE module can be added later, and the SSD is modular too. Positive: The internal battery is secured with a few screws and the fan is easily accessible too. On the other hand, changing the keyboard necessitates removing all other components – this used to be easier with theThinkPad X13 Gen 3 AMD.

Sustainability

Some chassis parts of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 consist out of recycled materials. The keyboard frame, for example, is made out of 90 percent recycled magnesium. Completely compostable are the packaging materials that Lenovo uses for newer ThinkPads like the X13 Gen 4. As usual for business laptops, Lenovo produces spare parts for a few years, same is true for software updates. Also, Lenovo supplies video tutorials and the hardware maintenance manual that explain how the device can be disassembled and reassembled.

Warranty

As with most ThinkPads above the cheaper E and L models, Lenovo gives the X13 Gen 4 a three-year warranty that also applies world-wide. If the device stops working, it has to be sent in. Optionally, the warranty can be upgraded to on-site service as well as prolonged for an up to five-year period.

Input devices: ThinkPad X13 G4 with a 95 % keyboard

As usual with 13.3 inch ThinkPads, Lenovo integrates a smaller keyboard. The key size is equal to a 95 percent keyboard, meaning each key is times 0.95 as big as on a full-size keyboard. The difference: Roughly one millimeter in both length and width. Also, some keys on the right side of the keyboard are additionally squished, and the dedicated insert key is nowhere to be found. The F keys are also shorter than with bigger ThinkPads. Otherwise, the backlit keyboard (two levels) does not differ too much from a typical ThinkPad keyboard. Key travel sits at 1.5mm, with the typing feel being very comfortable – typing on this keyboard is a nice feeling. One change on newer 2024 ThinkPads that did not hit the X13 series yet: The FN key still has its “normal” position here, to the left of the Ctrl key. The newer designs switch those keys around.

The touchpad and TrackPoint are similar to what Lenovo uses in other recent ThinkPads, with the touchpad being a little bit smaller here. The surface is made out of Mylar plastic, as with most ThinkPad laptops. It offers smooth gliding, but it gets dirty fast and does not feel as nice as a comparable glass surface. Usability is very good despite that. Other than the fact that its size is limited, it is a good touchpad. For some tasks, like drag and drop or when using the laptop in a tight space, the TrackPoint can be the better option for moving the cursor. In the X13 Gen 4, the TrackPoint worked flawlessly. The same is true for the dedicated TrackPoint buttons between the keyboard and touchpad.

Connectivity: WWAN is upgradeable

As an enterprise laptop, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 sports a good amount of ports, despite its small size. Among the connectors are two USB-A ports and full-size HDMI. Compared with Dell’s offering, the ThinkPad has one USB-A port more.

left: 2x USB4, USB A 3.2 Gen 1, 3.5mm Audio, Smartcard reader

right: nanoSIM slot, USB A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI, Kensington Lock Slot

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Motorola Razr Plus 2024: two clamshell giants compared

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is all about strong performance and great software. It’s neither as pretty nor as bright as the Razr Plus 2024, but it’s an undoubtedly future-proof handset.

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For

Durable design and more refined build
Powerful performance and productive features
Galaxy AI is pretty good, and getting better

Against

Lacks innovative cover-display capabilities
Battery life is below average and charging is slow
IP48 protection does not mean it’s dust resistan

Motorola Razr Plus 2024

The Motorola Razr Plus 2024 lacks the sheer performance of its main competitor, but it boasts a superior design and much better displays. As such, it’s arguably the better foldable, but not necessarily the better phone.

For

Cool colors and a more durable design with vegan leather
Larger cover display is brighter and more immersive
Easy interface with useful gestures, not overloaded with features

Against

New Moto AI features offer the same bigotry as other AI image generators
Cameras are better, but still can’t match the best camera phones
Performance lags behind competitors, especially the new Galaxy

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6	Motorola Razr Plus 2024
Weight:	187g	189g
Dimensions:	165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm (open), 85.1 x 71.9 x 14.9 mm (closed)	171.4 x 74 x 7.1 mm (open), 88.1 x 74 x 15.3 mm (closed)
Screen size:	6.7-inch (main), 3.4-inch (cover)	6.9-inch (main), 4-inch (cover)
Resolution:	1080 x 2640 (main), 720 x 748 (cover)	1080 x 2640 (main), 1272 x 1080 (cover)
CPU:	Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy	Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
RAM:	12GB	12GB
Storage:	256GB / 512GB	256GB
Battery:	4,000mAh	4,000mAh
Rear cameras:	50MP + 12MP	50MP + 50MP
Front camera:	10MP	32MP
Colors:	Yellow, Silver Shadow, Mint, Blue, Black, White, Peach	Midnight Blue, Hot Pink, Spring Green, Peach Fuzz

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Motorola Razr Plus 2024: design

These two phones conform to the same clamshell form factor. They’re two full-sized yet slim phones that can fold over at the halfway point, making them into a more compact yet obviously much thicker bundle.

At 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9mm when open, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is the smaller of the two in every way. There isn’t an awful lot in it though, with the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 measuring 171.4 x 74 x 7.1mm. Samsung’s phone is 0.4mm thicker when closed, though it’s also 2g lighter at 187g.

It’s in the fit and finish where these phones set out their differences. At a basic level, the Galaxy Z flip 6 is harder and more industrial-looking, with a flat, sharp-edged aluminum rim and a matte finish. There’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 covering the whole of the external area.

The Flip 6 undoubtedly feels sturdy, though, with a reinforced hinge design and a bolstered IP48 rating. That makes it more resistant to small physical items like hair and lint than the Razr, which has to make do with IPX8 certification.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Motorola Razr Plus 2024: displays

Both of these foldable phones give you a pair of screens: one full-sized internal one, and one smaller external display for heads-up notifications.

In keeping with its slightly larger body, the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 goes bigger in both departments. Its inner screen is a 6.9-inch FHD+OLED, while the Galaxy Z Flip 6’s equivalent is a 6.7-inch FHD+ OLED.

There isn’t all that much in it, but the Motorola also gives you an elevated 165Hz refresh rate to the Flip 6’s 120Hz. It feels a little like overkill if we’re being honest, especially with a need to conserve energy on such space-constrained devices. Still, an advantage is an advantage.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Motorola Razr Plus 2024: cameras

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 makes one particularly meaningful improvement on its predecessor, adding a new 50MP main sensor to the package. We say ‘new’, but it’s actually the same sensor that the Galaxy S24 has, which wasn’t even a new component at its launch in January.

The Razr Plus 2024 features a 50MP main camera, and the sensor is a tad smaller than its rival’s. It too captures good shots in decent lighting, though it does tend to punch colors up a little – just as the Flip 6 does.

It’s with the secondary cameras that the real contrast arises. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 goes for a traditional (and quite unremarkable) 12MP ultra-wide, while the Razr Plus 2024 makes the unusual decision to supply a 50MP 2x telephoto camera.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Motorola Razr Plus 2024: performance and software

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a clear advantage in the performance category. It uses a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, while the Razr Plus 2024 is powered by the objectively weaker Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.

Some explanation is required here. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset is the regular Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, but with a higher clock speed to its CPU and GPU. Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 is a cut-down version of the same chipset, with a lower clock speed for its fast core, a downgraded configuration for the slower cores, and an inferior GPU.

To boil it down to a sentence: the Flip 6 runs on a slightly faster version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Razr Plus 2024 runs on a significantly slower version of the same chipset.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Motorola Razr Plus 2024: verdict

We don’t think you’ll be disappointed with either the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 or the Motorola Razr Plus 2024. These are the two classiest compact foldable phones on the global market right now.

Their basic designs are much the same, though small details matter here. The cheaper Razr Plus 2024 is warmer and comfier to hold, while the Flip 6 is sharper, tougher, and slightly more compact. Motorola’s phone has the more impressive dual-screen provision, too, with a larger and more fluid main screen and a way more useful cover display.

Xiaomi Mi 11 vs. Xiaomi Mi 10: Comparison

Part 1: Introduction of Mi 11 & Mi 10

The Mi 10 and Mi 11 brands are seen to become competitive against high-end phones from strong competitor companies like Samsung, OnePlus, and Apple. However, we’ll look into the comparison between the Mi 11 and its predecessor Mi 10.

Mi:11

Display: 6.81-inch
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Rear camera: 108MP + 13MP + 3MP
Front Camera: 20MP
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB
Battery capacity: 4600mAh
Resolution: 1440×3200 pixels
OS: Android 11

Mi:10

Display: 6.67-inch
Resolution: 1080×2340 pixels
Colors: Coral Green, Twilight Grey
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB
Rear Camera: 108MP+13MP+2MP+2MP
Front Camera: 20MP
OS: Android 10

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Part 2: Mi 10 vs. Mi 11: Display, Design

Mi 11 adopts a new look than its predecessor Mi 10 on the camera setup. While the Mi 11 comes with triple cameras on the rear, Mi 10 boasts a quad-camera layout. The rear cameras’ shape appears pill-shaped on the new model, while the Mi 10 features a square-shaped square shaped module. The general display design seems to be curved on the edges.

The Mi 11 packs a 6.81-inch 2K AMOLED display. The resolution of 1440×3200 pixels is accompanied by the pixel density of 515ppi, 120Hz refresh rate, and 480Hz touch sampling rate. The new device panel supports new features such as motion estimation, HDR10+, DCI-P3 color gamut, and is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass.

On the other hand, the Mi 10 comes with a 6.67-inch, 3D curved E3 AMOLED and full HD+ display. The device supports a slightly reduced refresh rate of 90Hz and a touch sampling rate of 180Hz. The resolution for the Mi 10 is 1080×2340 pixels, which is better compared to older Xiaomi devices.

Part 3: Mi 10 vs. Mi 11: Camera

Both Mi 10 and Mi 11 come with an incredible camera setup that seems appealing to photography enthusiasts, except that the devices demonstrate slight differences in the camera specs. The Mi 11 comes with triple cameras, including 108MP primary camera that supports optical image stabilization. The camera sensor on the Mi 11 is at least x3.7 bigger than what iPhone 12 offers. Users can record 8K videos and better shots with this device. The primary camera is paired with a 13MP camera with ultra-wide-lens designed with 123degrees FOV. The rear camera also includes a 5MP camera with a tertiary sensor.

The Mi 10 comes with a quad-camera setup in the back. The primary camera features a 108MP sensor paired with a 13MP wide-angle lens with a broader field of view of 123 degrees, and a 2MP macro and 2MP depth sensor. Both Mi 10 and Mi 11 consist of a 20MP front camera, which consists of incredible photography features such as Exposure Verification, LOG Mode, Focus Peaking, and HEIF Support.

Mi 10 vs. Mi 11: Performance

The Xiaomi Mi 11 is the first smartphone the company has ever designed to run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset, a processor used with high-end phones in 2021. The device also comes with the latest android operating system, android 11. The device is equipped with high-quality dual speakers tuned by the famous audio brand Harman Kardon, which also adjusts many Samsung audio systems. Mi 11 also supports Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and WiFi 6E. The general performance is appealing with the 8GB of RAM, which is big enough to run intense graphics and heavy apps.

On the other hand, the Mi 10 is powered by a powerful processor called Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 with Adreno 650 GPU. The device packs 8GB OF RAM and 125/256GB storage to turning it into a smooth performer. The Mi 10 contains a multi-level cooler solution to keep the device components cool, especially in gaming. Besides running on android 10, Mi 10 supports the fastest wireless network technology that is 5G networks. The phone demonstrates completely high connectivity when it comes to WiFi bands and mobile data in the 5G coverage area. It also packs stereo speakers offering an enhanced audio experience.

Part 4: Mi 10 vs. Mi 11: Battery life and charging

The Mi 11 comes with an adequate battery capacity of 4600mAh, although this is not the most significant capacity Xiaomi has ever packed in their devices. The battery life supports most tasks and connectivity of the phone for long hours. As mentioned earlier in the article, the Mi 11 comes with high-end specs such as HDR quality with extreme frame rates. Switching the phone to higher performance mode will likely drain the battery faster, and this might require at least two charges a day. As demonstrated in this device, the battery life is not significant compared to the Mi 10. However, the device comes with top-notch charging capabilities of 55W wired and 50W wireless charging. You will not have to worry about the time consumed during recharging the device as it could take 40 minutes to fill up to 100% when fast charging it.

On the other hand, the Mi 10 packs a bigger battery capacity of 4780mAh. The battery supports 30W proprietary fast charging, which makes a big difference with the Mi 11. However, Xiaomi integrated the Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 with the Mi 10. When using the phone on heavy tasks like gaming and camera usage, the battery will last for a single day on a single charge. If you are using a fast charger bundled 30W, the smartphone will take about one hour to charge up completely. More like in the Xiaomi Mi 11, the reverse charging and wireless charge feature works just fine on the Mi 10 smartphone. A wireless charger bundled 30W from Xiaomi should be used to charge the device wirelessly.

Part 5: Mi 10 vs. Mi 11: pros and cons

Xiaomi Mi 10 pros

Stereo speaker setup with incredible sound quality with that few rivals can beat
Contain a snappy and accurate in-display fingerprint reader
Excellent battery life. Fast charging with 30W and USB-PD is included
Runs of fast android chip-Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865, 5G
Excellent camera quality all round for videos and photos
Symmetrical Gorilla glass and matte finish on the back with a splash-resistant

Xiaomi Mi 10 cons

No IP68-rates dust or dust protection
It does not have a telephoto camera at all, delivers 2x zoom crops from the primary camera
The 13MP camera does not perform excellently in low light condition
Its competition outperforms the selfie camera

Xiaomi Mi 11 pros

AMOLED curved display comes with a 120Hz refresh rate
Features a Gorilla Glass Victus protection
The 144 frame rate is excellent for high-end gaming
Camera performance is ideal for 8K recording
Supports fast charging with 55W and wireless charging with 50W
Stereo speakers powered by Harmon Kardon
It runs on the latest android processor-Snapdragon 888 chipset
NFC enabled
5G support

Xiaomi Mi 11 cons

No SD card slot
Does not have IP68 dust/water resistance
No charger in the box

Conclusion

When comparing the Mi 10 and Mi 11, you can see a lot of similarities and a few differences that do still add up to a better user experience since both have adopted the new features as seen in other models launched in the same timeframe. With that said, you need to have detailed information as described in this blog to make a defined decision on the next Xiaomi model that will meet your needs.

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