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OnePlus is pulling out of the U.S. and European smartphone markets as part of a broader Oppo restructuring, with Realme exiting China; the withdrawal could expand to other regions, including India by 2027, as the company faces stiff competition and broader industry pressures.
A new report claims OPPO plans to discontinue Oxygen OS and Realme UI on future OnePlus and Realme devices in favor of Color OS, with OnePlus narrowing its focus to India and China and Realme shifting away from China to external markets, signaling a broader move to unify under Color OS.
Realme announced the P4 Power, launching in India on January 29 with a 10,001mAh cell that Realme says can last around three-and-a-half days of light use. The phone weighs 218g thanks to a silicon-carbon battery and supports 27W reverse charging, which could double as a power bank for other devices.
Realme has announced global versions of its flagship smartphones, the GT 7 and GT 7T, both featuring massive 7,000mAh batteries, with the GT 7 offering more advanced camera and display features, and both models supporting fast charging, 5G, and multiple updates.
Chinese smartphone users are experiencing significant advancements in battery technology, with Realme testing flagship models featuring up to 8,000mAh batteries and fast charging capabilities. In contrast, U.S. users face limitations due to power outlet standards, with the OnePlus 12 offering the fastest charging at 80W. Realme's innovations include a 320W fast charging system, while the upcoming Realme GT8 Pro may feature configurations with large batteries and varying fast charging speeds. The OnePlus 13, with a 6,000mAh battery, is expected to be a top choice for U.S. users prioritizing battery size and charging speed.
Realme is reportedly testing three battery configurations for its next flagship smartphone, potentially debuting in 2025, with capacities ranging from 7,000mAh to 8,000mAh. The largest option, an 8,000mAh battery, supports 80W fast charging, taking 70 minutes to fully charge. This move could further enhance Realme's reputation for high-capacity, fast-charging phones, despite the slower charging speed compared to its other options. The decision will likely balance between battery capacity and charging speed.
Realme unveiled the 12 Pro+, the first mid-range phone with a 3x periscope zoom camera featuring a larger sensor for improved low-light performance at CES 2024. The phone also boasts a 50-megapixel main camera, a 0.6x ultra-wide camera, and a custom-made Qualcomm mid-range processor to enable computational photography capabilities. While specific details and pricing are still undisclosed, the Realme 12 Pro+ is expected to set a benchmark for mid-range phones in 2024 and may prompt flagship competitors to enhance essential features.
Realme has confirmed that the upcoming Realme 12 Pro Plus will feature the same 64MP 3x periscope camera as the OnePlus 12, marking the first time this technology will be available on a mid-range phone. The device will also boast a flagship-tier 50MP main camera sensor, offering impressive camera hardware at an affordable price. The Realme 12 Pro series is set to launch in January, with availability likely in Asia, Europe, and India, and pricing expected to be similar to the Realme 11 Pro Plus at around $361.
Chinese smartphone maker Realme has introduced a palm-based system for authentication and UI control on its latest flagship phone, the Realme GT5 Pro. Using the 32-megapixel selfie camera and a proximity sensor, the phone can understand 12 hand gestures across the native UI and select social media apps. The device also offers a palm unlock feature, although its effectiveness is questionable compared to face unlock or fingerprint scanning. The Realme GT5 Pro is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and offers a triple camera system, 100-watt fast charging, and a curved OLED screen.
Realme's GT5 Pro smartphone features a unique biometric authentication method that allows users to unlock the device by reading their palm, providing an alternative to traditional fingerprint or facial recognition methods.
Chinese smartphone maker Realme has announced that it has shipped over 200 million phones since its establishment just over five years ago, making it the fifth fastest smartphone maker to achieve this milestone. Most of Realme's shipments were made outside of China. The company, owned by BBK Electronics, plans to launch premium phones, including the Realme GT 5 Pro, which will feature Qualcomm's latest high-end chip and Sony's new Lytia camera sensor.
OnePlus and Realme will reportedly stop producing smart TVs powered by Google TV for the Indian market, effectively ending their smart TV lineups in the country. This move comes as a surprise, as both companies were experiencing growth in the Indian smart TV market. Xiaomi, on the other hand, will continue its presence in the market as a dominant player.