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OnePlus 13T Teased with Flat Display and New Shortcut Button
OnePlus is getting ready to launch its next smartphone, the OnePlus 13T, and the company has started sharing some exciting details. The phone is expected to launch in April in China, and it promises powerful features packed in a compact design.
Flat Display and New Button Revealed
According to OnePlus China’s President Li Jie, the OnePlus 13T will come with a flat OLED display, which will appeal to users who prefer a sleek and simple screen. But the biggest surprise is a new physical shortcut key on the left side of the phone, replacing the old Alert Slider.
This shortcut button won’t just switch between silent, vibrate, and ring modes. It can also be customized to perform different tasks, like launching apps or turning on features quickly. Li Jie also hinted that this button will have a fun and interesting feature, with more details to be revealed soon.
Powerful Specs and Big Battery
The OnePlus 13T is rumored to be the same device as the Oppo PKX1100, which recently appeared on Chinese certification websites. The phone reportedly scored over 3 million points on AnTuTu, which shows strong performance.
Here are the leaked specifications:
- Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset
- 16GB LPDDR5x RAM
- 512GB UFS 4.0 storage
- 120Hz OLED screen
- Android 15
The device is also said to feature a large 6,000mAh to 6,200mAh battery, all packed into a body weighing just 185 grams. It may support 80W fast charging, but wireless charging might not be included.
Display, Camera, and Design
The OnePlus 13T will have a 6.31-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and an in-screen fingerprint sensor. On the back, it will have two 50-megapixel cameras – one main sensor and one telephoto lens with 2x zoom.
In terms of build, the phone is expected to feature a metal frame and glass back, giving it a premium look and feel.
More details are expected soon as OnePlus continues to reveal features leading up to the official launch.
It looks like Samsung may be facing a possible issue with the Galaxy Z Fold7’s hinge. Some users have shared photos online showing that certain Z Fold7 units aren’t opening fully flat. This problem has been spotted on store demo units according to posts on Reddit.
What’s the Issue?
The users say the phone doesn’t open fully by itself, but it can be pushed a little more with some help. This suggests that the hinge might not be snapping properly into place. It’s not clear yet if this is a serious defect or just a problem with a few units.
Possible Causes
There could be several reasons:
- A defect in the hinge design
- Damage from rough handling (though store demo units are usually handled carefully)
- Pre-production units not meeting final standards
- Or simply user error (the phone not being opened properly)
For now, there’s no official word from Samsung about any manufacturing problem, and no recall has been announced.
About the New Hinge
Samsung’s Armor FlexHinge was designed to:
- Reduce the screen crease
- Distribute stress more evenly
- Improve durability
Samsung hasn’t shared official durability numbers for the Fold7’s hinge yet, but the previous Z Fold6 was rated for over 200,000 folds with no issues.
Also, the previous Z Fold5’s “zero-gap” hinge had a tolerance of between 178.5 and 181.5 degrees when fully open, meaning it wasn’t always perfectly flat either. It’s possible the Z Fold7 has a similar tolerance.
Indian smartphone brand Lava is preparing to launch two new smartphones this month — the Blaze AMOLED 2 and the Blaze Dragon. While Lava has already confirmed that the Blaze Dragon will be officially launched on July 25, more details about the phone have now been leaked.
Key Specifications
According to industry sources, the Lava Blaze Dragon will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. It will also come with 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage for faster performance. The main camera on the back is expected to be a 50MP sensor. Additionally, the phone is said to run on a stock version of Android 15, which means users can expect a clean and simple Android experience without any extra apps or heavy customizations.
Design and Features
Leaked official renders show the Blaze Dragon’s rear design, which reveals a dual-camera setup. Apart from the 50MP main camera, the second lens could either be an ultrawide camera or a 2MP depth/macro sensor. The images also confirm the presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port on the bottom of the device.
In addition to the renders, live photos of the phone have surfaced online. These images reveal a new color variant that features a stylish “rainbow” light reflection effect on the camera island, giving the phone a more premium look. However, no images have shown the front design of the phone yet.
Pricing
One of the most exciting details is the expected price. Sources suggest that the Lava Blaze Dragon will be priced under Rs 10,000.
Nothing has released a big new update for its Essential Space feature. This update brings powerful tools that make the AI interface more useful, personal, and easy to control.
What is Essential Space?
Essential Space is a smart feature that was first launched with the Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro. It helps users collect, manage, and remember information better by using AI tools. It is accessed by separate button called Essential Key.
What’s New in This Update?
- Google Calendar Integration:
Now, your tasks and events created by AI in Essential Space will automatically appear in your Google Calendar. This makes it easier to stay on top of your schedule.- Editable Memory:
You can now edit the tasks and summaries made by the AI. If the AI makes a mistake — like the wrong meeting time — you can fix it yourself.
- Essential Recorder (Now Editable):
Record meetings, interviews, or conversations, and get AI-made summaries and transcripts. A new “Flip-to-Record” feature lets you start recording just by placing your phone face down — a simple and private way to capture audio.
- Essential Recorder (Now Shareable):
You can now share your recordings as images, PDFs, or Markdown files with just one tap.
Availability
These new Essential Recorder features are already available on the Nothing Phone (3). They will soon come to the Phone (3a), Phone (3a) Pro, and CMF Phone 2 Pro.
Please note:
The Flip-to-Record feature will only work on the Phone (3).
The Essential Space update will be delivered automatically through the Google Play Store.