REDMAGIC 9 Pro now in the Philippines, priced

REDMAGIC has launched its latest flagship device, the REDMAGIC 9 Pro, “The Chill That Never Quits”. This upgraded version of the REDMAGIC series is equipped with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with a flat back with no camera bump and an upgraded ICE 13 cooling system.

Available in three iterations: Sleet, Cyclone and Snowfall, the REDMAGIC 9 Pro is a high-performance smartphone with up to 16GB RAM and up to 512GB storage capacity, making it capable of handling multiple tasks and apps without lagging for uninterrupted gaming sessions. The REDMAGIC 9 Pro is equipped with a 6500mAh dual cell battery, which lasts up to 56 hours, and a 80W fast-charging feature that can achieve a full charge in 35 minutes. It has a 120Hz refresh rate display to ensure smooth visuals, making it ideal for immersive gameplay. The device also features 520Hz shoulder triggers with customizable lights. The upgraded ICE 13 cooling system now features a built-in 22,000 rpm fan and customizable RGB lighting to keep the device cool during intense gaming sessions.

Pricing

The REDMAGIC 9 PRO is officially available on its official Shopee store, Concept Store at SM North EDSA and Kiosks nationwide:

  • REDMAGIC 9 Pro Cyclone 16GB RAM + 512GB Memory atPHP 56,999
  • REDMAGIC 9 Pro Snowfall 16GB RAM + 512GB Memory at PHP 56,999
  • REDMAGIC 9 Pro Sleet 12GB RAM + 256GB Memory at PHP 46,999

Unmatched performance with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

The REDMAGIC 9 Pro boasts unparalleled performance with the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 8 Gen 3 processor. The device’s CPU and GPU performance have been significantly improved by 32% and 34%, respectively, while power consumption has been reduced by 34% and 38%, resulting in a faster and smoother gaming experience and longer battery life. The device also has LPDDR5X and UFS 4.0, ensuring faster data transfer and app loading times. Additionally, the REDMAGIC 9 Pro features the Red Core 2, a dedicated gaming chip by REDMAGIC. These enhancements make the REDMAGIC 9 Pro the perfect smartphone for gamers who demand the best performance without lag or delays.

Stunning display with BOE Q9+ FHD+ Luminescent Material

The REDMAGIC 9 Pro is a 100% flat smartphone that boasts a stunning 6.8-inch BOE Q9+ FHD+ flat screen with a resolution of 2480 x 1116 pixels. The screen is bright, with a peak brightness of 1600 nits and a refresh rate of 120Hz, making it perfect for gaming and video playback. It also has an instant touch sampling rate of 2000Hz and an overall touch sample rate of 960Hz, providing a smooth and responsive touch experience. The screen has a wide color gamut of DCI-P3, 100%, and is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 to ensure durability.

This flagship device has a sleek design on the back and feels comfortable to hold. It also features custom lights on the 09 at the back of the device that enhance its appearance. The screen is certified to be easy on the eyes, even during extended use.

Immersive audio experience with DTS:X Ultra Sound Certification

The REDMAGIC 9 Pro boasts a powerful audio system that features dual speakers with a DTS:X Ultra certification, powered by a 0815 super linear motor with a rating of 1115K *1115K, producing an audio output that is immersive, high quality and with high levels of clarity and detail that  sounds almost life-like. l The two 1115K speakers provide an immersive experience ideal for everyday use.

Optimal performance with 10-layers of the ICE 13 Cooling System

The REDMAGIC 9 Pro boasts an advanced 10-layer ICE 13 cooling system that ensures uninterrupted gaming sessions, even during intense gameplay. The system also features a high-speed turbofan that operates at just 4DB, thanks to its ultra-thin blades, shark fin internal inlet, energy-efficient coil and metal cover. It can be customized with RGB fluorescent fan colors for added style.

The improved heat dissipation in this phone is achieved through a larger VC area, a straighter air duct, and reduced wind resistance. This prevents heat from being stored centrally at the CPU, allowing the built-in fan to dissipate the heat faster and reduce the CPU temperature by up to 25°C. The system also features a relocated camera, reducing the overall temperature of the device by up to 18°C.

Full Flat unique designs and storage options

The REDMAGIC 9 Pro is a gaming smartphone with three unique designs and storage options to suit their preferences. Users can choose between the REDMAGIC 9 Pro’s two storage options: 12GB RAM + 256GB and 16GB RAM + 512GB. The Snowfall design, with a tranquil and translucent finish, is inspired by the winter landscape. The Sleet design reflects the icy nature of sleet with a sleek black version. The Cyclone design features stormy gray hues resembling a tropical cyclone’s swirling force.

The REDMAGIC 9 Pro series is an excellent choice for gamers who want a device that delivers stunning visuals and high-quality sound. With the 520Hz optimized shoulder triggers  along with custom lights for a more personalized experience, this device is perfect for playing the latest games, streaming movies or taking photos. It provides an immersive and enjoyable experience that will enhance user’s gaming and entertainment.

Smarter 9.0 OS with improved Game Space for Hardcore Gaming

The REDMAGIC OS 9.0, is a new  operating system designed specially for gamers because it powers an enhanced GameSpace that includes several customizable features. The REDMAGIC Time enables gamers to record videos and take screenshots. The SuperBase has the X Gravity Platform, allowing gamers to connect the device with mechanical keyboards and gaming mouse and cast mobile games onto a larger screen. It also includes a plug-in library with more than 10 equipped and explained plug-ins per type of game. The Game Space Center has over 10 customizable settings for gamers, including gaming achievements, network settings and screen settings. Lastly, the Energy Cube customizes performance settings, such as GPU and CPU, for the user’s selection of games.

The Game Lobby is where all the user’s downloaded games are stored. Here, users can also find the Mora Center, REDMAGIC’s mascot. It includes Mora Care with interactive features such as a new virtual pet that can interact with the user when set as a Home Screen Wallpaper, New Mora skins, Mora Alarm, etc.

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POCO F2 Pro review: Affordable 5G phone done right

07/16/2020

In smartphones, what makes a flagship killer? It’s basically the fact that you provide the same level of quality features as the top performers in the market but make it accessible to more people by offering it at a more competitive price point.

This is exactly the promise of the POCO F2 Pro so let’s find out if it does deliver in this review.

Design

From the get-go, you can easily see that the Poco F2 Pro sports an interesting design. What we have here is the Cyber Gray color but it’s also available in Neon Blue, Electric Purple, and Phantom White.

The back has this large circular module housing its quad-camera setup which we’ll get into detail later on. And to further emphasize this area, there’s that circular accent surrounding it.

The chassis of the phone is where things get busy. On the right is a volume rocker right above the differently colored power button. It’s not the first time we’ve seen this design on a phone but I still like it since it adds subtle character to the device.

Down below we have the compartment for its dual-SIM slot, a USB-C port, and speaker grille. While at the top are the 3.5mm audio jack and a hiding selfie camera that pops out when needed.

The device itself is solid and has a good heft to it. But despite that, it doesn’t feel as thick as other phones we’ve tried with almost the same dimensions. It’s also worth mentioning that both the front and back are protected by Gorilla Glass 5 so they shouldn’t get scratched easily.

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Display

Because the front camera is a pop-up, there are no visible notches on the F2 Pro’s large 6.67-inch screen. It’s capable of Full HD+ resolution and is HDR10+ certified. It also boasts of minimal bezels all around with a 92.7% screen-to-body ratio for a truly immersive experience.

Additionally, it has an in-display fingerprint reader, a 360-degree ambient light sensor, and received certification from TÜV Rheinland Global Eye Care. This basically means that the screen is designed to keep your eyes safe and healthy. 

Since you’re able to watch for extended periods of time, it’s good to know that F2 Pro is Widevine L1 certified meaning you can watch HD content on multiple platforms like Netflix and other streaming sites. 

In terms of refresh rate, it’s got a regular 60Hz display so those fluid movements and transitions wouldn’t be seen here. This is something that’s up to the user. I personally appreciate displays with high refresh rates but other users don’t really care. So it’s basically a matter of preference.

Camera

Now let’s move on to the cameras. As we said earlier, the F2 Pro houses a quad-camera setup for the rear. It’s composed of a 64-megapixel wide camera carrying Sony’s latest sensor, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera, 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 5-megapixel telemacro camera, a first in the industry. 

Let’s first talk about its telemacro camera. Using this, the phone offers up to 2x zoom when in macro mode to be able to get you closer to your subject. It does that successfully, but as with other macro lenses on smartphones, getting the right distance takes some getting used to since its field of view is very shallow. But when you hit it, it can get you satisfactory and even impressive photos.

The main camera captures sharp and vibrant photos while its ultra-wide-angle sensor works best for landscape shots. HDR mode is effective when shooting against the light and its depth sensor produces nicely cut-out images. Here are more sample shots.

The rear cameras also support up to 8K video recording and have additional features such as SteadyShot video stabilization, Pro mode, and portrait video. 

As I’ve mentioned, inside the phone is a pop-up camera with a 20-megapixel sensor capable of pretty sharp selfies and can shoot 120fps slow-motion selfies as well. Additionally, you can customize the lights and sounds of the front camera as it pops up. 

Performance

The F2 Pro is powered by no less than a Snapdragon 865 which is currently the leading flagship processor. It’s basically an octa-core CPU with increased overall performance up to 25% when compared to the previous Snapdragon 855. The phone is also partnered with up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of storage. It also supports 5G for ultra-fast connectivity.

To top it off, it also has LiquidCool Technology 2.0 to keep your phone from heating up as well as added features such as WiFi 6, Super Bluetooth, and UFS 3.1 for faster write speeds.

And finally, on the software side, it runs Android 10 OS with POCO Launcher 2.0 on top.

We’ve been using it for more than a week now and it’s easily a phone that can handle everyday usage. There were no noticeable lags or app crashes during our entire time with it. Even while gaming, it didn’t come across hiccups while running resource-heavy titles or switching between games.

Extended gaming periods were also not a problem thanks to its updated cooling technology.

Battery Life

In terms of battery life, its 4700mAh capacity was able to last us an entire day ad still had a bit of power left to last until lunch time the following day. That was a combination of internet browsing, playing music via Bluetooth, and moderate gaming on the side. 

The F2 Pro supports 30W fast charging which promises to fill up your battery from 0-100 in just a little over an hour. True enough, an hour of charging filled it up from 0-92%. And that remaining 8% was achieved after another 12 minutes. 

Just to quickly point out something, its pop-up camera has a built-in indicator that lights up when the device is charging. It’s a small feature but serves its purpose to indicate whether the device is still charging or not so that you could tell even without touching the device.

Creature Feature

In our reviews, The Modern Creatures aims to find special features in a device that make it worth getting — things that give it a slight edge from among its peers. For the POCO F2 Pro, it’s not necessarily a feature, but it’s the asking price. With its starting price of PhP 26,990, you get flagship-level specs that not a lot of phones offer. This gives the F2 Pro a significant edge over its competitors.

Conclusion

poco f2 pro

It’s pretty obvious why one would call this a flagship killer as its internals, cameras, and features can rival the leading flagship phones of today.

It even has TÜV Rheinland High Gaming Performance Certification which only few phones in the market have. This means that the device had to pass a series of tests for display, battery life, network, overall experience, heat dissipation, and performance to get certified.

For the Poco F2 Pro, you’ll be shelling out PhP 26,990 for the 6GB + 128GB variant or PhP 29,990 for an upgraded 8GB + 256GB variant. And with the performance it showed during its time with us, it’s something that should definitely be on anyone’s list when planning to buy a new phone but doesn’t want to spend too much. 

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