All articles tagged with #mid range
Google’s Pixel 10a lands as a largely incremental upgrade over the Pixel 9a Plus, sharing the Tensor G4, design, and camera setup but adding a brighter display (up to 3000 nits), Gorilla Glass 7i, Satellite SOS, and faster 45W charging on a 5100 mAh battery. At $499, the upgrade is modest and keeps the 9a as a strong value, with many hoping for a true leap like a telephoto camera in a future release.
The iPhone 16e, despite being a top seller in Europe, has underperformed compared to previous iPhone SE models, mainly due to its higher launch price of €699, which is less attractive in Europe's price-sensitive market, leading to lower sales percentages compared to earlier SE models.
Nothing Phone (2a) is set to receive new red and yellow color options, following the positive reception of its blue variant. These additions aim to enhance the phone's unique transparent design and offer users more personalization choices. The device, targeting the upper mid-range market, features a Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset, a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP dual rear camera, a 32MP front camera, and a 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging.
Despite the impressive lineup of mid-range and flagship Android phones released this year, tech enthusiasts are advised to hold off on purchasing a new device until the Nothing Phone 3 is launched. Expected to feature a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, the Nothing Phone 3 aims to offer near-flagship performance at a more affordable price point, potentially disrupting the mid-range smartphone market. With rumored pricing targeting the $480-$540 range, the Nothing Phone 3 could provide a compelling alternative to other mid-range options, such as the Pixel 8a and Galaxy A55.
Motorola is set to launch the Edge 50 Fusion smartphone on April 3, featuring a curved 6.7-inch pOLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage. The phone boasts a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS, a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 32-megapixel front camera. It is expected to have a 5,000mAh battery with 68W wired charging, an IP68 rating for waterproofing, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Priced around $300 USD, it will be available in Ballad Blue, Peacock Pink, and Tidal Teal colors, with the Ballad Blue variant featuring a vegan leather back.
Samsung is set to unveil its mid-range Galaxy A35 and A55 smartphones on March 11, with leaked promo material showcasing the handsets in various colors and some specs. While there's uncertainty about the existence of a Galaxy A55 variant with 12GB of RAM, the devices are expected to hit stores before the end of March.
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A55 has been leaked by a Belgian telecom website, revealing its metal and glass build, larger display, Exynos 1480 processor, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED panel. The phone is set to launch in Europe on March 11, with pricing expected to start at €449 (around $470).
Rumors about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A55 suggest it will feature a flatter design, a vertical triple camera, and an upgraded aluminum frame, with a possible release date of March 11 and a starting price of €449. The phone is expected to be powered by Samsung’s Exynos 1480 chipset, offer 6GB or 8GB of RAM paired with 128GB or 256GB of storage, and feature a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging. The camera system is likely to remain similar to the Galaxy A54, with a 50-megapixel main sensor, 12-megapixel wide sensor, and a 5-megapixel ultra wide/macro camera.
The upcoming Nothing Phone 2a is rumored to feature a 6.7-inch OLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra SoC, 50MP primary and ultrawide cameras, 32MP selfie camera, and 45W fast charging, with a limited US release and an expected price of around $400.
Samsung's upcoming mid-range smartphone, the Galaxy A35, has been spotted at the Radio Research Agency in Korea, with a leaked photo confirming its design featuring a flat back panel and individual circular camera cutouts, as well as the "Key Island" design element around the side buttons. Rumored specifications include 5G capabilities, 6GB of RAM, and the Exynos 1380 chip, running on Android 14 with One UI 6. The official announcement of the Galaxy A35 is anticipated in March, following the pattern of previous releases in the Galaxy A series.
Amazon has slashed the price of the Motorola Edge (2023) by 42%, offering it at a heavily reduced price of $250 off. The phone features a Dimensity 7030 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, a 6.6-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate, a 50 MP main camera, 32 MP selfie camera, and a 4400 mAh battery with 68W fast-wired charging. This deal presents a great opportunity to grab a mid-range phone at the price of a budget smartphone.
Nothing is set to release the Nothing Phone (2a) later this month, positioning it as a clear upgrade over the Nothing Phone (1) and a rival to the Google Pixel 8a. The new smartphone will feature similar memory configurations and color options as its predecessors, and is expected to be priced around €400. It will likely utilize the same front-facing and ultra-wide-angle cameras as the Phone (2) and will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset.
The Nothing Phone 2a has appeared on the TÜV certification regulatory website, hinting at an imminent launch as a mid-range device with 45W fast charging support. Speculations suggest a 40% price cut compared to the Nothing Phone 2, along with features such as a 6-7-inch display, up to 12GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor, and a dual-camera setup. The phone is expected to be unveiled soon and could be classified as one of the best budget phones upon release.
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 13 series globally, featuring the top-tier Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus with an IP68 rating, alongside the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G and 5G, and the Redmi Note 13 4G and 5G. The series offers a range of features including high-resolution cameras, fast charging, and various chipset options, with prices starting from $179 for the Redmi Note 13 4G and ranging up to $400 for the Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus.
The Acer Swift Go 14 is an affordable mid-range laptop that features Intel's new Core Ultra 7 155H processor and improved integrated graphics. It offers good performance for its price, with a pleasant keyboard, crisp 1440p webcam, and plenty of connectivity options. However, the boost over the previous Intel generation is modest, the battery life is underwhelming, and the speakers are weak. Overall, it is a competent mid-range machine with a price cut compared to its predecessor.