iQOO Neo9 Pro launched in India

iQOO has unveiled the Neo9 Pro, its latest flagship smartphone in the Neo series, featuring a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with 1-144Hz refresh rate and 2160Hz PWM dimming. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, it integrates a Q1 self-developed chip for optimized gaming performance. The device offers up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 4.0 storage, coupled with a 5160mAh dual-cell battery supporting 120W fast charging. Sporting a 50MP Sony IMX920 VCS main sensor with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, it ensures top-notch photography. Running on Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14, it guarantees three years of OS updates and four years of security updates, a first for the iQOO Neo series. Available in Fiery Red and Conqueror Black, prices start at Rs. 35,999, with launch offers including discounts, exchange bonuses, extended warranty, and no-cost EMI options.

iQOO Neo 9 Pro Expected launch date

iQOO Neo 9 Pro's India launch is confirmed for February 22nd, with many specifications already disclosed by the company. After its December debut in China, the smartphone enters the Indian market. As per tipster Mukul Sharma, the 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant is priced at ₹37,999, but with a ₹3,000 bank discount, it drops to ₹34,999. Positioned under the ₹40,000 bracket, it competes directly with the newly released OnePlus 12R. iQOO has revealed key specs, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with Q1 supercomputing chipset for enhanced gaming, a 50MP IMX 920 primary sensor with OIS, and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera. The device boasts a 5,160mAh battery with 120W fast charging support, facilitating PD charging for compatible devices. The 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display offers a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 3,000 nits peak brightness. Interested users can pre-book the iQOO Neo 9 Pro by paying a refundable amount of ₹1,000 to avail of a 2-year warranty and other launch day offers.

Pre-orders for iQOO Neo 9 Pro commence on February 8th

iQoo announces the forthcoming release of the iQoo Neo 9 Pro, a smartphone blending high performance with sleek design. Pre-orders kick off on February 8, 2024, preceding its official launch on February 22, 2024. Interested buyers can secure their device starting at 12 PM on February 8 through Amazon.in and iQoo.com. Pre-booking perks include a Rs 1,000 discount and a two-year extended warranty, with additional exclusive offers on the launch day. The straightforward pre-booking process operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a refundable Rs 1,000 deposit. Tipster Yogesh Brar hints at a price around Rs 40,000 for the iQOO Neo 9 Pro. Sporting a striking Nautical Blue hue and dual-tone leather finish, the phone is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, catering to gamers and tech enthusiasts. Available in 8+256GB and 12+256GB configurations, it features a sophisticated 50 MP Sony IMX920 camera for stellar photography, particularly in low-light settings.

iQOO Neo9, Neo9 Pro, iQOO Watch and TWS 1e launch date

iQOO has officially announced the upcoming launch of the iQOO Neo9 and Neo9 Pro smartphones, following a series of teasers. Alongside these smartphones, the company will also introduce the iQOO Watch and TWS 1e devices. The iQOO Neo9 is confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, while the Neo9 Pro will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 SoC. Both devices will also incorporate the Q1 chip for enhanced performance.

The iQOO Neo9 is reported to come equipped with a 6.78-inch 1.5K+144Hz OLED screen, featuring a 16MP front camera housed within a punch-hole design. Its rear camera setup is expected to include a 50MP IMX920 OIS main sensor, accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The device is slated to carry a substantial 5160mAh battery and support rapid 120W wired fast charging.

iQoo 12 Launched in India

The iQoo 12 made its debut in India on Tuesday, marking the country's first smartphone to feature Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. Boasting a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, this device incorporates a triple rear camera setup, highlighted by a 64-megapixel telephoto camera. Noteworthy improvements include a 6,010 sq. mm vapor cooling chamber, 40 percent larger than its predecessor, and a robust 5,000mAh battery with 120W FlashCharge support. Priced at Rs. 52,999 for the 12GB + 256GB configuration and Rs. 57,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant, a promotional offer of Rs. 49,999 is available, inclusive of HDFC or ICICI bank offers. The iQoo 12 will be accessible on Amazon India from December 13 for Priority pass holders and from December 14 for others. The Alpha variant showcases an AG Glass rear panel, while the Legend model features white porcelain enamel glass. Operating on Android 14-based Funtouch OS 14, the dual-SIM device features a quad-HD LTPO AMOLED screen, reaching up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and iQoo's dedicated Q1 chip, it offers up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The triple rear camera setup includes a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. A 16-megapixel selfie camera caters to front-facing photography. Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. With a 5,000mAh battery, IP64 rating, and various enhancements, the iQoo 12 aims to deliver a compelling smartphone experience.

iQOO 12 is set to be the initial phone powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to be launched in India

The iQOO 12 series, which debuted in China last month, has now been globally launched in three markets—Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This release marks the global debut of the iQOO 12 as the first phone powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Notably, it will also be the inaugural Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 phone in India upon its arrival on December 12th. Priced at 27,900 THB (approximately Rs 66,000) in Thailand for the sole 16GB + 512GB variant, it costs RM 3,999 (around Rs 71,300) in Malaysia and IDR 10,999,000 (about Rs 58,900) in Indonesia. The iQOO 12, available in black and white, is set to launch in India on December 12th, with an anticipated price of Rs 52,999 for the base model (12GB RAM, 256GB storage) and Rs 57,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant. The iQOO 12 will also mark the debut of Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in India and will be the first non-Pixel phone featuring Android 14.

iQOO 12 5G Priority Pass

 

iQOO, the Chinese consumer electronics manufacturer and Vivo subsidiary, is set to unveil its latest flagship smartphone, the iQOO 12 5G, in the Indian market. In anticipation of the scheduled Indian launch on December 12th, it has been disclosed that a limited-period priority pass will be offered, providing customers with various privileges. The iQOO 12 5G priority pass, available on both the Amazon shopping platform and the iQOO India official website, will be accessible for purchase from December 5th to 7th, 2023. To secure the pass, customers need to pay a refundable amount of Rs 999.

The benefits of the priority pass include 24-hour early access to order the iQOO 12 5G device and complimentary Vivo TWS earbuds worth Rs. 2,999. Additionally, customers will have access to all exclusive launch offers with the priority pass. It's worth noting that the priority pass is not only available for a limited period but is also offered in a restricted quantity, following a first-come-first-serve distribution. The iQOO 12 5G series made its debut in the brand's home market, China, early last month, and the detailed specifications of the standard iQOO 12 5G are already known.