How Different is Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 from Flip 3? @SamsungMobileSA #GalaxyZFlip4 #GalaxyZFlip3

Hi Friends,

I have been using the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 for the last year or so and this is my day-to-day main smartphone since that time. I have a love and hate kind of relationship with the device. I do love the fun and features it offers but not a big fan of the camera quality and the battery life on this cute little yet powerful device. Although this is so cute to flip the device that the hate goes away in one flip to see the technology marvel in my hands courtesy Universe who gifted me or granted me with one. Thanks, Samsung! 

Let's do a quick comparison on the new version which was launched yesterday in South Africa by Samsung and will take some time to arrive in your hands. I got to see the smartphone in person at the experience zone at the launch event. I too will try to see if I can get a review unit later in the year. Let's quickly divide the same into pointers for easy analysis - 

1. Battery - The Galaxy Z Flip 4 has 3700mAh which is 400mAh better than the Galaxy Z Flip3 which only has 3300mAh. The difference of 400mAh is enough to take you another 2-3 hours considering the Z Flip3 was lasting 6-8 hours and now with the new device, it can last for around 10-12 hours based on the usage. 

2. Selfie Camera - It's the same no changes done. 10MP F2.4/ Pixel Size 1.22um; FOV 80 degree. 

3. Rear Ultra Wide Camera - It's the same no changes done on the top camera and still is 12 MP F2.2/ Pixel Size 1.12um; FOV 123 degree. 

4. Rear Wide-angle Camera - Though the 12MP Dual Pixel AF/OIS configuration is similar to this one but the sensor has been improved to contain more pixels from 1.4um to 1.8um now in the Galaxy Z Flip4. I can assure you the low light and the overall camera quality is much more better in the new device due to this change as well as software upgrades and processing power. 

FlexCam was hugely featured in the launch event as they told about the various new ways to take your photography and videography game ahead using the new Galaxy Z Flip4. 

5. Aperture - The single aperture has been made into a dual aperture leading to better photograph and video capabilities in the new smartphone. 

6. Overall weight - The weight has only been marginally increased by 4 grams to 187 grams from 183 grams in Galaxy ZFlip3 considering there is a battery improvement of 400mAh this is awesome! 

7. Overall Size - The dimensions of the new device are slimmer than the old one. Folded is 71.9x84.9x17.1 mm (Hinge) - 15.9 mm (Sagging) and when the device is unfolded the dimensions are 71.9x165.2x6.9mm. 

Galaxy Z Flip3 has 72.2x 86.4 x 17.1 mm (Hinge) - 15.9 mm (Sagging). Unfolded 72.2 x 166.0 x 6.9mm 

When the new Galaxy Z Flip4, when flipped has the length is a little bit less by about 1.5mm which is great and there is a reduction in breadth by about 0.3mm making it slimmer and better. The overall length is also reduced when unfolded or open by about 0.8mm. The hinge's dimensions remain the same though the whole hinge mechanism has been changed to make it better and more durable. 

8. Cover Screen - It's the same with no changes but now has more features like Portrait photos can be taken on Galaxy Z Flip4 as portrait mode also comes when you slide to the camera options. Also, the messages, Whatsapp can be reverted back using the cover screen itself which was not there in Galaxy Z Flip3. 

9. Display Screen - It's the same with no changes but the software and apps have been enhanced to provide a lot of multi-apps and multi-tasking opportunities which was not that prevalent in the Galaxy Z Flip3. Samsung Galaxy Display is a wonderful marvel for your eyes and I have never seen a display like the ones on Galaxy top devices. 

10. Colours - The Galaxy Z Flip4 has 4 main colours but there is an option to choose between 5 Bespoke colours too. The main colours are Blue, Graphite, Bora Purple and Pink Gold. So the Cream and Green are taken away from the Galaxy Z Flip3 to make way for the Pink Gold and Blue colours in Galaxy Z Flip4. If you go the Bespoke route for this device, then the probabilities of colour combinations are much higher. There are going to be 2 stores - one in London and the other in New York where you can walk into the buy and customize your devices in the coming months. 

11. Internal Memory - A new third version to have 8GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage has been added to the 128GB and 256GB internal storage variants this time for Galaxy Z Flip4. Both the smartphones are 5G and accommodate nano-SIM. 

12. Wireless Power Share - It's available in both versions. It also has now fast wireless charging 2.0 and 

13. Water Resistance - IPX8 is the same in both versions. This time it was not showcased as the main feature of the smartphone as well. 

14. Processor - The new 4nm octa-core processor is driving the new Galaxy Z Flip4 smartphones whereas in Galaxy ZFlip3 it was a 5nm 64-bit Octa-core processor. The new Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is much better than the Snapdragon 888 on Z Flip 3. 

15. Glass - The new version of corning gorilla glass victus+ is used in Galaxy Z Flip4 making it stronger than the old device. 

Overall, this is something you always wanted in a foldable device and if you have not bought the Flip phone yet, you can definitely try this one out. I am not going to upgrade to this one from Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 as I will compare Flip to the new Galaxy Fold 4 before I make up my mind as the Fold has been improved significantly in terms of camera configurations as compared to Fold3 in my initial analysis. Look forward to the same and give me a like on my YouTube channel! Cheers!!!

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Basics Made Easy With #NokiaG10 Smartphone #ProductReview @NokiaMobile

Hi Friends,

Nokia is trying to revive itself in the Android smartphone market after not following my advice some 10 years ago when I received a review device in  London from Belgium via AC Nielsen survey company for some pounds in agreement to review the device for 4 weeks. Nokia is now flooding the market with its varied range of products from entry-level to top of the class as shown in No Time to Die - James Bond movie.  

Nokia G10 is a value-segment dual-SIM smartphone that has 6.5 inches HD+ large immersive display. It comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM which really makes it within the reach of value segment consumers. The storage can be expanded to 512GB using the micro-SD card. 

It has a 13MP camera with 2MP and another 2MP camera along with an 8MP front camera. It also has a night mode and portrait mode to up your mobile photography game. I did love the circular camera design which makes it easy to recognize if you see it in someone's hands. 

Nokia G10 also has a side fingerprint sensor for biometric security never seen before in the value segment devices. 

There is a specific Google Assistant button on another side which I was not much fascinated about. It keeps giving you tips but I am not so sure how do we switch it off. I could not find any setting where this can be turned off. I really felt irritated due to the same as if you are connected to wifi, the device keeps reverting with some or the other answers even without saying Ok Google! 

A screen protector is already applied to the smartphone which keeps the screen protected. I also loved this blue colour and the design as it matches the thread structure of the jeans. 

The biggest feature is its 5050mAh AI-assisted battery which provides 3-day battery life with Type-C charging port. It can easily last you a complete 24 hours easily without worrying about charging it again and again. 

The smartphone package has a dual-SIM smartphone, silicon cover, sim ejector pin, earphones with a 3.5mm jack. Nano SIM is what this smartphone needs to work and it's a 4G (LTE) smartphone. 

The smartphone comes with an Android One guarantee to get the latest Android updates for the next 2 years just like all Nokia devices come with. Samsung has not upped the game with 4 years of Android updates so I am sure Nokia will take this forward too in the upcoming devices. 

Nokia G10 is only R2499 with a Dual Sim model so it is definitely within the reach of every student and individual who wants to enjoy the pure android power in their hands. Currently, it's on sale at the Incredible connection website for only R2199. Overall it's a good phone for people who just want a Nokia android experience guarantee for the next 2 years along with some of the features which are not available in the South African market in this price range. 

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Honor 50 - A #Vlogging Smartphone For All Ages #ProductReview @HonorAfrica #Honor50 #WonderInOneTake

Hi Friends,

 

Honor has become a separate mobile/telecommunication company some months back but has it come out of the Huawei influence in their products and features is what we are going to check out in our blog post along with the review of Honor 50 which landed on my desk in December 2021 for some days. I really loved the device because of its capable camera which as I already knew will be good as Huawei premium phones cameras are still awesome without the Google apps support. 

Honor is now competing for the market share in the already flooded market where Oppo, Vivo, Huawei, Xiaomi, One Plus and other brands are trying hard enough with their constant launch in all price segments. Huawei already has upped their mobile game for the value segment in terms of the Y series and Nova series. Every quarter they are launching a new smartphone and keeping us busy too with the reviews and launch event invites. 

Honor 50 5G comes with a motto of Wonder in One Take with 3 main features specifically mentioned in all their releases and those are 108MP vlog camera which means they are directly targeting the content creators who are looking for options to carry a small powerful device in their pockets to up their IG reels or TikTok or YT shorts game. The phone software also offers a lot of added features to introduce so many colour palettes and frames to create videos and photos for you which are Instagram ready/Tiktok ready if I can mention that. The phone is totally backing this feature and has gone the extra mile to give the content creators all the necessary tools to be at their best. The more you use the camera, the more features you will be able to identify in the Honor 50 as they have provided options in bulk like stories, switching between cameras during a live shoot, fast motion or slow-motion videos, wireless audio recording using TWS earphones and so much more. 

Secondly, the 120Hz curved display brings back all the memories from the Samsung S7 and subsequent range of products where there was a curved screen going towards the edges of the aluminium side panels. The screen is bright and brilliant in Honor 50 and the touch sensitivity is really nice. It really makes playing games so good as every company has now found that this is the point to focus the younger generation of PUBG and other mobile gaming platforms. The 6.5 inches OLED display has a resolution capacity of 2340x1080 pixels and can produce 1.07 billion colours. 

Lastly, 66W HonorSuperCharge technology really works wonders as it charges the phone for around 70% in 20 minutes and 100% in about 45 minutes. It really gives it an extra edge to take its 4300mAh battery to recharge almost instantly and serve you for another 10-12 hours or so based on your usage. I found this fast charging to be an added advantage as before you know it, it's fully charged. The power adapter also forms part of the package which is not the case with several other mobile manufacturers. 

Coming back to the camera setup the phone takes awesome night shots (low light conditions) and great selfies too. The Honor 50 rear camera setup has 108MP Ultra clear camera, 8MP wide camera, 2MP Bokeh camera and 2MP macro camera in a unique double ring camera layout. This is the same camera layout you will find in the Huawei Nova 9 which also has the same 66W SuperCharge technology. The front camera is a 32MP selfie camera. The phone is capable of shooting 4k video recording using the rear cameras and 1080p using the front camera. 

The Frost Crystal body is really stylish and brings a lot of attention as it looks really premium in just 175 grams body. The Magic UI 4.2 looks really similar to what is installed on the Huawei smartphone (EMUI) as Honor didn't change the colours etc so far. Almost all the inbuilt apps of Honor (like the Honor Club, Health etc) are exact replicas of Huawei apps when they used to have GMS is what I felt. 

It's a capable smartphone in the price range of R13999 but the company needs to sort out the retail channels and after-sales service centres. I am not much aware of where these smartphones are being sold currently (other than Takealot.com) and how good are the service centres in South Africa to provide screen replacements and other repairs. I am also not aware of the costs associated with the same and time to do so too. 

I totally loved the Honor 50 and wanted to have this one for my blogging and content creation journey but it went back after a review period of a month or so. I do love phones which has a powerful camera and this is definitely one after my 2020 lockdown falling in love with Vivo X50 Pro which also only came for review. Currently, I am not using any phone which has such an amazing camera in a point and shoots mode because if the software and hardware are good enough, you don't need to edit much. I believe in presenting the photos without any editing whatsoever by just applying some filters in Instagram mostly but no snapseed or vsco cam etc. If I feel the photos coming out of point and shoot mode of the smartphone camera is good then it's the way I go about it. I don't make many efforts to edit them in a post-processing session and hence I believe this Honor 50 is a good one because it takes good photos in one take. 

If you want to check out the Unboxing video of the smartphone, please do check this detailed video on my Youtube channel - https://youtu.be/qeE4u0vP_bg

Let me know if you have any questions for the Honor 50 and any comparative analysis you want me to do. Though I don't have the phone available to me now I can definitely do a cost comparison based on the features with the other brand you are also deciding to buy. Honor is a brand that has had some of the great launch events in India earlier and now the same should happen in South Africa to bring the market awareness and differentiate them away from the legacy of Huawei into a world where they are allowed to have Google Mobile Services and all the apps and their subsequent updates in real-time are available to download from Google Play Store instantly. 

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6 Ways to Take Care of Your #GalaxyZFlip3 @SamsungMobileSA #FriendsOfFlip

Hi Friends,

As you set up your Galaxy Z Flip3 5G smartphone, there are some instructions that appear on the screen showing 6 ways to take care of your smartphone and here are the same - 

• Pressing the screen or the front camera lens with a hard or sharp object such as a pen or fingernail may cause damage such as scratches or dents. 
• When you fold the phone, make sure there's nothing such as a card, keys or coins.
• This phone isn't dust resistant. Exposure to small particles such as sand may cause damage. 
• This phone is water-resistant (IPX8). immersion in any liquid other than freshwaters such as saltwater or alcohol can damage your phone. 
• Don't remove the protective film on the main screen or apply unapproved films or stickers as doing so can damage your screen. 
• Your phone contains agents. Keep it away from credit cards, implantable medical devices or other devices that may be affected by magnets. 

Basically, it tells the owners of the smartphone that Galaxy Z Flip 3 is waterproof in fresh water and not dustproof. You shall not do any kind of play with this phone at the sea or near the beach. Be totally aware of any sand particles entering the hinge or any other part of the smartphone. 

Secondly, due to the foldable screen, you shall take care of the device while flipping it so that nothing comes between the two parts of the screen. Also, don't try to install any other protective film other than the one already in place by Samsung. 

Lastly, as the phone has magnets, so place it away from stuff like hotel keys, credit cards or medical devices like pacemakers installed in your heart if any. 

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is an expensive smartphone so you will need to take great care of the device. Samsung has tried its level best to perfect it by taking care of multiple points in this affordable version of the foldable smartphone but the rest now lies in the hands of the beholder like myself and others who are using this smartphone. 

I am sure I will be able to take good care of this smartphone by buying an external cover from Samsung. I really liked the one in Leather and the same is priced around R999. I will find the same at the nearest Samsung store and buy the same soon enough to protect the outside area of the smartphone too in flipped position. I think Samsung shall provide a basic version of silicon cover when you buy a foldable smartphone like the same but then it will fail the purpose of sustainability because people who will buy such expensive phones will have their own choice of covers installed to reflect their richness or personality. What are your thoughts on this? 

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Vivo V21 5G Delivers A Strong Performance In All Areas #VivoV215G @Vivomobile_SA #DelightEveryMoment #ProductReview

Hi Friends,

Vivo Mobile South Africa sent me their latest launched smartphone along with a snacks box the video for the unboxing is already on my youtube channel and liked by many people. If you have not checked out my youtube channel please have a look and subscribe to the same if you want to see the experience of unboxing the mystery goodies as and when received. Let's get right to the smartphone in Sunset Dazzle colour variant which I received from the Vivo Mobiles South Africa. The first thing to notice is the back panel which really reflects the lights in various sunset like colours and how thin the phone is and its comfortability in your hands is just perfect. I totally fell in love with this amazing smartphone.

Secondly, the configuration of this smartphone is amazing with 8GB of RAM and 256 GB of ROM. The MTK Dimensity 800U processor (2.4 GHz Octa-Core) never feels like lagging behind in any regard from the equivalent Kirin or Snapdragon processors. I have used this phone extensively as my day to day device since I have received the same. I am totally in amazement with what an R9999 smartphone is capable of. The Funtouch OS 11.1 is fluid and makes the whole experience really nice of using this smartphone from Vivo mobiles. The power is efficiently used by the processor and never ever the smartphone felt hot while playing games or clicking photos or videos. Above all, it's a 5G enabled smartphone so if you want to use any 5G SIM card, then you can make it an internet powerhouse.

The Vivo V21 5G is a smartphone for people who love Selfies a lot. It has a lot of features built around making you look the good, better and the best version of yourself. 44MP ultra definition front camera offers enough clarity and Optical image stabilization to capture all the details of your hairs to eyelashes to teeth and above all your smile. The photo that comes out is sized around from 7 to 14MB so you can think of all the details that will be there. I was a fan of Vivo V50 which I reviewed last year even to the point that my wife wanted to have that smartphone forever. But this new version of V21 5G has beaten the front camera on Vivo V50 too which was of course a premium device and way above the V21 price range.

The design of the Vivo V21 5G will amaze you as to how thin this phone is - 7.29mm thin and weighs only 176 grams which makes it really suit your hands. The design has been kept as minimal as possible which makes it look extremely stylish and expensive. There is a notch on the front screen for the camera. The right side is without any buttons or openings. The top side only has a microphone, the left side has a volume up and down button along with a power button. The bottom side has Type-C charging port along with a microphone point and speakers slot. It also hosts the SIM card which duals as a SIM and a TF card reader to expand the memory further. The speaker is loud enough to enjoy the movie or music on the go. An earphone jack adapter is provided so that Type-C USB charging port doubles as a 3.5mm headphones jack.

To make you look good at night, the Vivo Mobiles has inserted a dual selfie spotlight instead of making the screen go white and flash as seen in other smartphones. Dual Selfie spotlight works like a charm and gives constant light from both ends of the smartphone front camera covering both sides of your face easily even if you are shooting videos. There are several other features like aura light, many kinds of filters, portrait light effects to up your Instagram game instantly using this smartphone. When you are in portrait mode in the camera, you get offered more features to play around with Style, Beauty and Bokeh (f1.0 to f16) settings. You can spend an unlimited amount of time playing with the perfection you want to achieve and the smartphone will be able to provide you that with its hardware and software built into this little nifty superpowerful gadget. Also to add fun to your selfies AR stickers are available in various categories and more can be downloaded too.

The rear camera has 3 AI camera setups including a 64MP OIS camera, 8MP multi-function camera (120 degrees wide-angle coverage) and 2MP super macro camera. These can be accessed via the Lens option that pops up on the screen when you are in photo mode. The Pro mode opens up a lot of professional options to manually control the camera on the smartphone. It gives you the power to enable histograms, take RAW images along with jpeg too. The shutter can be controlled via touch, voice and palm and all can be enabled. You can watermark your photograph with your own content or time or model of the smartphone. It will always be TheLife'sWay for me as I sometimes think how Universe granted me this name 9 years back when I was trying out different combinations of names possible for my blog.

The next thing to notice is the 33W flash charge 2.0 technology which charges the 4000mAh up to 63% in just 30 minutes of plugging into the power adapter. All the accessories form part of the package which is not the case for flagship devices as you will receive a wired earphones, power adapter, silicon case, sim ejector tool, Type-C charging cable and an earphone jack adapter. With a price range of around R9999 for the whole package, this smartphone offers something unique in the market. It offers a great replacement device if you want to up your game of photography with a battery that can easily last for more than a day, an operating system that is intuitive, a sunset dazzle coloured body that will make others jealous, fast charging to make it go an extra mile in case of loadshedding, 90hz display to attack those who want to kill you from the side during the shooting games online, fingerprint sensor to keep it all safe and secure, 128 GB ROM to never feel the space being full after all the 4K videos and photos, 8GB ROM to keep providing enough space to always go and install a new app to perform multi-tasking and so much more.

I never felt that I am not using a flagship device as I totally fell in love with this one named Vivo V21 5G and would recommend each and everyone who wants to buy a new device in this price range. The after-sales service of Vivo Mobiles is offering some of the best services in the South Africa market. You can register online directly from the smartphone pre-installed app called Vivo.com which makes it really great.

I received these amazing Snacks goodies at the virtual launch event of Vivo V21 5G which I shared on my Youtube channel. Also, I did one unboxing video of the smartphone too which you can check out here on this link below - 

I hope you must have liked my review as much as I loved using the Vivo V21 5G smartphone. It's really a great device with so many features which are not available in any of the flagship devices from various other brands. Thanks again Vivo Mobiles South Africa for sending the same across and looking forward to the next launch events. 

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The Reliable #NokiaX10 and #NokiaX20 - Phones You Can Keep Longer @NokiaMobile

Hi Friends, 

Futureproof thanks to Nokia smartphones’ most accessible 5G to date and three whole years of Android OS upgrades

Love it: Crystal clear, perfect picture content thanks to a versatile quad camera with ZEISS Optics

Trust it: Three years of security and software updates to give you peace of mind

Keep it: Performance you can count on – now and in the future – with signature durability, two-day battery life and a lengthy three years of AndroidTM OS upgrades

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announced the arrival of the new Nokia X10 and Nokia X20. Built to be kept for longer, these epic smartphones are the perfect productivity partners to power through your workload.

The all-new X-series pushes the boundaries of what the industry can offer, coupling premium features with unrivalled reliability and durability, quality and refinement.

Nokia X20

Wrapped in the classic Nordic Blue, the Nokia X20 combines Nordic quality and timeless style that’s synonymous with all Nokia smartphones. The Nokia X20 also comes with a 100% compostable case.

Featuring the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 480 5G Mobile Platform, the Nokia X20 delivers series-defying performance and future proof 5G. The phone provides up to two-day battery life and keeps cool thanks to its copper heat pipe advanced cooling system.

The Nokia X20 also brings you monthly security updates for three years and three Android TM OS updates. Plus, Android TM 11 software straight out of the box will provide you with a fast, efficient, and effective mobile experience.

Encompassing a versatile 64MP quad-camera with renowned ZEISS Optics and new Dual-Sight multi-cam mode to shoot using the front and rear cameras simultaneously, the Nokia X20 enables you to capture your world in crisp detail.

Your selfies or video calls have never been clearer thanks to the impressive 32MP front-facing camera on a crisp Full HD+ punch-hole display. A host of colour grading tools, AI, depth-based imaging technology and watermarking assists in bringing pictures to life.

Patrick Henchie, Head of Product and Operations for HMD Global in SSA said:

“Quality, sustainability and rich features are hallmarks of the new X-series. With three years of Android TM OS upgrades, coupled with three years of monthly security updates you can now keep your phone for even longer. The new Dual-Sight multi-camera mode allows you to capture your life and 5G allows you to share these moments faster.”

Nokia X10

Available in Forest (dark green)– a Scandinavian landscape-inspired colour – the Nokia X10 will not only get the job done but also looks good doing it. Capture your work and world with the 48MP quad-camera with renowned ZEISS Optics and practical AI imaging. The new Dual-Sight multi-cam mode lets you video with two cameras simultaneously, to capture the action from multiple angles. The phone’s wide and easy-to-navigate 6.67” screen will also let you view content in brilliant full HD+ resolution.

Encompassing a full suite of pro editing and colour grading tools including Cinema and Portrait mode; ZEISS Flares as well as watermarking and Google Photos, the Nokia X10 enables you to share stylish, stand-out content to inspire those around you.

The signature Android TM promise just got better - the Nokia X10 comes with three years of monthly security updates, three OS upgrades and a 100% compostable case.

The Nokia X10 is equipped with our most accessible superfast 5G – up to 20 times faster than the average 4G speed¹. Furthermore, the Nokia X10 has up to two days of usage on a single charge and the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 480 5G Mobile Platform, the very first Snapdragon platform designed to bring 5G to the 4-series market.

Patrick Henchie, Head of Product and Operations for HMD Global in SSA says:

“Arriving hand-in-hand with its big brother, the Nokia X20, the Nokia X10 strikes a balance between pricing and features for our smartphone customers. Bringing performance to the range, the device comes with 5G, signature longevity and powerful imaging solutions. We know exactly what it takes to work remotely without losing productivity and simply put, the Nokia X10 is built for people who are looking for the best-in-class for every rand they invest.”

Pricing and availability

The Nokia X10 will be available in Forest (dark green), Dual Sim and comes in the 6/128GB configuration. Nokia X10 will be priced from R6,999.

The Nokia X20 will be available in Nordic Blue, Dual Sim and comes in the 8/128GB configuration. Nokia X20 will be priced from R7,999.

Both the Nokia X10 and the Nokia X20 will be available in South Africa through Takealot from early September and from Vodacom later in the year. Both the Nokia X10 and the Nokia X20 come with a free screen protector and compostable case.

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Vivo V21 5G Specifications and First Look @Vivomobile_SA #DelightEveryMoment #vivoSA #V215G

Hi Friends, 

Vivo Mobiles South Africa launched their new smartphone V21 5G on 4-August-2021 in South Africa and soon thereafter the smartphone is available at all the shops ready to be grabbed by the public in large numbers. I got the opportunity to attend the launch event virtually on Facebook live and also receive a goodies bag from Vivo Mobiles which included the latest smartphone. I have unboxed both the goodies as well as the smartphone in my recent videos on the Youtube channel. Do check them out and enjoy the same. 

First Look and Unboxing Vivo V21 5G

The goodies we received for the launch event - 

Coming to the specifications of this amazing new smartphone from Vivo Mobiles - 

Colours - Sunset Dazzle; Dusk Blue

Body - 

• Dimensions:  159.68×73.90×7.29mm*（Dusk Blue); 159.68×73.90×7.39mm (Sunset Dazzle)
• Weight:  176g（Dusk Blue); 177g (Sunset Dazzle)
• Back Material: Glass
• Processor MTK Dimensity 800U
• RAM 8GB
• ROM 128GB
• Battery 4000 mAh (typical value)
• Fast Charging 33W (11V/3A)
• Operating System Funtouch OS 11.1

*V21 5G is equipped with vivo standard charger (FlashCharge adapter 11V / 3A) and supports up to 33W. The actual charging power is dynamically adjusted as the scene changes and is subject to actual use.

Display - 

• Screen 6.44-inch
• Resolution 2404×1080 (FHD+)
• Type AMOLED
• Touch Screen Capacitive multi-touch

Camera - 

• Camera Front 44MP OIS AF
• Rear 64MP OIS AF+ 8MP (wide-angle) +2MP (macro)
• Aperture Front: f/2.0; Rear: f/1.79 + f/2.2 (wide-angle) + f/2.4 (macro)
• Flash Rear flashlight
• Scene Modes Front: OIS, Autofocus, Night, AI Night Portrait, Eye Autofocus, 4K Video, Ultra Stable Video, Light Filters, Kid Face Beauty, Beauty Mark Retention, Head Slimming, Double Exposure, Video Face Beauty, Dual-View Video
• Rear: OIS, 4K Video, Eye Autofocus, Night, Ultra-Wide Night, Ultra Stable Video, Art Portrait Video, Super Macro, Bokeh Portrait, Multi-Style Portrait

Connectivity - 

• Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, 5GHz
• Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.1
• USB Type-C
• GPS Supported
• OTG Supported
• NFC Not supported
• FM Not supported

Network - 

• SIM Slot Type 1 Nano SIM +1 Nano SIM / 1 Micro SD
• Standby Mode Dual SIM and Dual Standby
• 2G GSM B2/B3/B5/B8
• 3G WCDMA B1/B2/B4/B5/B8
• 4G FDD-LTE B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B17/B18/B19/B20/B26/B28/B32/B66
• 4G TDD-LTE B38/39/40/41F
• 5G n1/n3/n7/n8/n28/n40/n41/n78

Sensors -

• Accelerometer Supported
• Ambient light sensor Supported
• Proximity Sensor Supported
• E-compass Supported
• Fingerprint Sensor In-Display Fingerprint Scanning
• Gyroscope Supported

Media - 

• Hi-Fi Chipset Not supported
• Audio Playback WAV, MP3, MP2, MIDI, Vorbis, APE, FLAC
• Video Playback MP4, 3GP, AVI, FLV, MKV
• Video recording MP4
• Voice Recording Supported

Location - 

• GPS, BEIDOU, GALILEO, GLONASS

In the box - 

• V21 5G
• Headset
• Documentation
• Type C to USB Cable
• USB Power Adapter
• Earphone Jack Adapter
• SIM Eject Tool
• Phone Case
• Protective Film (applied)

In case you have any questions regarding the new Vivo Mobile V21 5G smartphone send me a comment on Youtube and I will revert to my Vivo Mobile videos and will cover them in my future product review of the device too. Thanks!!!

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Awesome New #GalaxyA22 Offers Unprecedented Value @SamsungMobileSA

Hi Friends, 

Samsung has launched the new Galaxy A22 smartphone, the latest in its remarkable collection of affordable devices. The Galaxy A-Series is designed to make Samsung’s latest innovative products more accessible to a wider audience and the Galaxy A22 does that by offering exceptional value and incredible features. With an immersive visual experience that enriches streaming and gaming, and a versatile camera to capture your every day, the Samsung Galaxy A22 is a powerful device in every way.

“The Galaxy A22 is an impressive device at excellent value that builds on our growing Galaxy A Series portfolio”, said Justin Hume, Director: Integrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa. “Featuring an immersive display and a versatile camera, our customers can experience next-generation performance, demonstrating Samsung’s commitment to providing accessible devices without compromising on quality”.

The Samsung Galaxy A22 boasts a 6.4inch1 Infinity U Display. The high-resolution Super AMOLED screen ensures an immersive visual experience that lets you enjoy your favourite content with no interruptions. The Samsung Galaxy A22 enriches your streaming and gaming experience with a 90Hz refresh rate and 5,000mAh battery that’s designed for hours of smooth scrolling, giving you the freedom to make the most from your device.

Capture the everyday

The Samsung Galaxy A22 comes equipped with a versatile quad-camera that helps you capture the world as and when you see it – and take selfies like a pro. Say bye to blurry photos and videos. With the 48MP Main Camera featuring OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), you can take smooth videos and sharp pictures, and pull in more light to brighten up your low light shots. This amazing camera system includes a 5MP ultra-wide camera, 2MP depth camera and 2MP macro camera.

Designed with you in mind

The Samsung Galaxy A22 comes in a range of vibrant colours, Black, Mint and Violet, allowing you to express yourself how you see best. Combined with a smooth symmetrical form and round comfortable edges, this device fits effortlessly into your hand. It’s designed so you can be productive, creative and comfortable every day. For those who are looking to obtain this device for less, there is a great way to get cashback towards your A22 purchase. Trade-in any of your pre-loved Samsung or non-Samsung devices ranging from smartphones and watches, tablets, laptops as well as wearables with us, and get cashback per device that can be used towards your new Galaxy purchase. There are over 6000 devices that can be traded in as a great way to get your new galaxy for less. Visit https://www.samsung.com/za/trade-in/ to learn more about the trade-in.

The Samsung Galaxy A22 is available nationwide at a recommended retail price2 of R3999.

1Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera cut out.

2Price may vary depending on retailer pricing policy

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Queen B @bonang_m Levels Up, Her Everyday With #GalaxyS21Ultra5G @SamsungMobileSA

Hi Friends,

Bonang Matheba is no stranger to being in the spotlight. Her legion of Instagram followers is always captivated by her latest social media content and look up to her as a role model as she carves her own path in the world. A major tool in her arsenal is her use of the latest technology to stay at the forefront of media innovation. Africa’s social media darling therefore recently shared her review of the newly launched Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G – a device that’s also grabbing the headlines. Is it a device worthy of a Queen? Bonang seems to think so. Not one to drop her standards for anyone, Bonang described the newly launched Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G as an absolute stunner. The highly acclaimed device delivers Samsung’s most advanced and intelligent pro-grade camera system, brightest and smartest display in a Galaxy and best Galaxy performance in a smartphone yet. Bonang spent plenty of time on the set of the new Galaxy TV commercial she is filming – putting the device through the Queen Test – and it clearly reigns supreme in her heart.

“As a fan of technology, I love how Samsung has stepped up, especially now with all the changes in the world. The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G comes packed with everything I need to live my best life. As a businesswoman, whether I’m working from home or on the go; the high-quality camera is great for meetings and capturing footage. Having it sync with all my devices is fantastic because it keeps me connected. I’m really living for the ready-to-go photographer’s assistant. With all the editing tools available, it’s like you have a cutting-edge studio in your hands taking your selfie game to the next level. In my world, this is a game-changer.”

The Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G feature that instantly grabbed the attention of Bonang was the new Directors View.

“I am all about innovation. For someone whose job is often in front of the camera, this new feature puts you in the Director’s chair, giving you a whole new view to making content. These new features are so exciting and easy to use. You can capture video with the front and rear cameras at the same time, which means I don’t have to edit my reaction to what I am recording. Those dancing videos are going to be epic! I just choose how I want to see it. It really makes shooting content fun, especially the way it picks up and enhances your natural skin tone, day or night, so you get to stay in the moment and be authentic.”

Director’s View is one of the standout camera features on the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. It lets you see, switch, and select the best shot to tell your best story. You can now capture real-time reactions with Vlogger View, and preview or change the angle, zoom or go wide without losing any action with Live Thumbnails.

“From my experience of being on stage live and hosting radio shows, I’m always aware of sound. Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds Pro and Director’s View feature is a dream match. You feel like you have a camera crew with you the way it picks up sound around you and your voice. This way, I get to record speech, movement and background sound in the highest quality. When you’re on the clock, you only have “one-take”, so it’s all about locking down the sound and picture-perfect.”

Bonang will soon share more of her favourite experiences with the device that is turning as many heads as she does.

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