The Oppo R6007 looks awfully like a Oppo Find 7 Mini, due for release on June 3rd
The Oppo Find 7 is an incredibly intriguing device, even among the best of the best, with its ability to turn its 13MP camera’s photos into 50MP images. While only the “normal” variant, the Oppo Find 7a, has so far been released, it looks like Oppo is already primed to follow up with a slightly smaller device with a very similar design. Short of calling it the Oppo Find 7 Mini, Oppo is calling this device the Oppo R6007 and says on its website that the device will be available from June 3rd.
While the Find 7 had a 5.5-inch screen, the R6007 will have a more manageable 4.7-inch display, though with only 720p resolution. The R6007 will also have a Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.6Ghz, 1GB RAm, 8GB storage (with microSD slot), a 2,140mAh battery and has 4G support. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like the R6007 will have quite the image processing prowess that the Find 7 has as the rear camera is going to only be 8MP, though it’s unclear if Oppo’s PureImage technology will make it in. The Oppo R6007 is going to sell for ￥1799.00, or about $288 USD, which is a relatively reasonable price, although Oppo hasn’t stated whether the device is going to be available outside of China yet.
Would you be interested in the R6007 over the Find 7? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
Source: Oppo via Phone Arena
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Feedback Loop: WWDC predictions, Dropcam Pro impressions and more!
Ring in the weekend with the latest edition of Feedback Loop. Apple’s WWDC kicks off on Monday and we try to predict what will be announced, share impressions of the Dropcam Pro, discuss the viability of DIY data storage, talk about our favorite task management apps and wonder where all the good Windows 8 apps are hiding. Head past the break to find out what Engadget readers like you are saying.
WWDC 2014 Predictions
Apple kicks of their annual World Wide Developers Conference on Monday. We’re expecting to see previews of iOS 8 and OS X 10.10. However, it’s possible Apple might have something else up their sleeve. In the forums, we’re sharing our own predictions that range from a potential iWatch announcement to ARM powered laptops. What do you think they’ll show off on Monday?
Dropcam Pro impressions
If you want to watch your pets while you’re away at work, what sorts of devices would you use? Jonursenbach wanted to keep tabs on his pug during the day, so he picked up a Dropcam Pro and shared his first impressions. If you’re in the market for a new camera, take a look at his post and then let him know if you have any questions.
Managing your data at home
We generate a lot of bits and bytes each day. From photos and videos to documents and email, there’s a lot of data floating around that can be a pain to properly manage and keep track of. Frank asks whether it’s worth it to build your own digital storage system, purchase one from somebody like Synology, or just pay for a cloud locker. How are you managing all your digital data?
To-do: Remember to check my to-do list
Engadget’s guru of all things social media, John Colucci, recently started using Trello as his primary task management tool and shared his experience in the forums comparing comparing it to other apps that do the same thing. With everything going on in our lives, how do you keep on top of your responsibilities?
Heyo, where all the Windows 8 Apps at?
Windows 8 has been available for awhile now and you can easily find it on new PCs and Windows tablets. However, ThatsIsJustCraz is wondering why we haven’t seen more well designed Windows 8 applications around. Is this a real problem that Windows 8 has or is he just not looking in the right places? Share your thoughts in his discussion.
That’s all this week! Do you want to talk about your favorite gadget or have a burning question about technology? Register for an Engadget account today, visit the Engadget forums and start a new discussion!
Leak hints the Galaxy S5 Mini will keep its bigger sibling’s sensors
While many have been expecting Samsung to launch a mini version of the Galaxy S5 given the company’s past habits, there have been questions about just what the smartphone would include. Would it be as hobbled as last year’s S4 Mini? Maybe not. SamMobile has received photos of a purported Galaxy S5 Mini which hint that this smaller device could include the fingerprint and heart rate sensors of its full-size sibling, as well as the water-resistant shell. Not surprisingly, it would also share the Ultra Power Saving mode and other software tricks.
The snapshots don’t reveal what’s inside, but their source claims that the hardware won’t be quite as much of a downgrade as in previous years. You could see a 4.5-inch, 720p AMOLED display along with a budget-minded 1.4GHz quad-core processor; there should also be a decent 1.5GB of RAM, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a 2-megapixel front shooter and 16GB of expandable storage. The tip doesn’t include a release date, but it’s coming hot on the heels of the Galaxy S5 Active launch — it’s easy to see the Mini arriving relatively soon.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, Samsung
Source: SamMobile
Head of Intel’s former internet TV project abandons ship
When Intel formally abandoned its IPTV project in a sale to Verizon, the team behind it transitioned as part of the deal. Now, only four months later, the man who’s been in charge of the venture all along has washed his hands of it, too. Erik Huggers, who originally outed Intel’s plan to create an IPTV service/hardware platform (later dubbed OnCue), moved to Verizon and continued on as project lead. There’s no indication that Huggers left on bad terms, or that OnCue’s progression is stagnating at Big Red.
“There were no conflicts at all. The technology is great, the team is great, the future is secure, the dream lives on,” he told Reuters. While Huggers isn’t leaving for anything in particular, apart from telling the WSJ that it’s simply “time to move on,” he’s apparently got a “couple of irons in the fire.” What we’re more interested in, however, is the future of the OnCue platform now its leader’s departed. Perhaps a set of fresh legs is exactly what Verizon needs to finally create a product that, up to now, has been nothing more than high-profile vaporware.
Filed under: Home Entertainment, Wireless, Internet, HD, Verizon, Intel
Source: Reuters
Weekends with Engadget: Apple buys Beats, LG unveils the G3 and more!
This week we watched Apple buy Beats for $3 billion, explored the inspiration behind the newly-announced LG G3, learned about Samsung’s new partnership with Oculus VR, investigated the benefits of solar energy and much more. Read on for Engadget’s news highlights from the last seven days. Oh, and be sure to subscribe to our Flipboard magazine!
With Beats, Apple faces the music
Music streaming is on the rise, but it’s still a largely untested source of revenue. So, is Apple’s acquisition of Beats guaranteed to turn a profit, or have Cook and Co. purchased a very expensive business lesson?
LG’s G3 flagship is a bigger, simpler, higher-res smartphone
This week, LG announced the G3, and yes, it is equipped with a beautiful 5.5-inch Quad HD display and laser autofocusing feature. What’s more, we managed to go hands-on with the handset. So click on through for our impressions and photos.
Samsung is working with Oculus on a media-focused VR headset
Yep, Samsung’s building its own VR headset, and with a little help from Oculus VR. But rather than have its own screen, Sammy’s device will use your smartphone as the display instead, commandeering the handset’s processor for tracking functionality.
What’s on tap for Apple at WWDC 2014
WWDC 2014, Apple’s yearly developer conference is right around the corner and the speculation is heating up, especially regarding Apple’s supposed entry into home automation. Lucky for you, we’ve put together a handy collection of our own expectations for the June 2nd event. Enjoy!
Samsung Chromebook 2 review: A $400 laptop never looked so good
Chromebooks are gaining steam, and the Samsung Chromebook 2 is no exception. Sure, it’s got a bit of Sammy’s pseudo-leather on top, but don’t let that fool you. Between its fantastic trackpad, HD display and sturdy keyboard, the Chromebook 2 packs the best Chrome OS experience on the market.
Inside LG’s G3: How vacuums, focus groups and competitive pressure shaped a smartphone
The LG G3 doesn’t just have the nicest display on the market, it’s got an ultra-fast autofocusing laser sensor — all thanks to a coffee break with the company’s vacuum experts. Read on as our own Brad Molen investigates the inspiration behind the company’s most powerful smartphone yet.
Old console, new tricks: Getting the most out of your Wii
Be honest. It’s been a while since you last dusted off your Wii and engaged in a match of Mario Power Tennis, hasn’t it? Not to worry, we’ve got a few tricks to help you rekindle your relationship with the 10-year-old console.
What you need to know about solar energy
Most of us realize the basic benefits of harvesting solar power, but did you know it was the second leading source of new energy last year? Even still, many argue as to the efficiency of the technology. Continue reading to learn all you need to know about the business of the sun.
Extreme exposure: Inside GoPro’s burgeoning media empire
GoPro doesn’t want to simply build a camera to capture thrilling close-calls and daredevil stunts; it wants to be a media empire. Read on as our own James Trew investigates how the company aims to transform athletes into viral video creators.
The US Air Force’s oldest bomber is now a flying network
The B-52 bomber is one of the most reliable aircraft ever designed, but at over 50 years old, it seems an upgrade is in order. Now outfitted with a modernized communications system called CONECT, the B-52 plans to keep on truckin’ in this era of real-time data transmission.
Filed under: Misc
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