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Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Vivo V50 Elite vs Vivo V50: How are both mobiles different?
Vivo has recently expanded its popular camera-centric V series lineup with the Vivo V50 Elite Edition launch in India. The device is priced at Rs. 42,000 and is available in a single configuration featuring 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, and it also comes bundled with the Vivo TWS 3e buds with the package. The Elite Edition bears a strong similarity to the standard Vivo V50, which was released in February of this year. In this detailed specification comparison, we will take a look at what the V50 Elite Edition has to offer and how it differs from its predecessor, the V50, to help you make an informed decision. The Vivo V50 Elite and Vivo V50 share a similar visual design, with a pill-shaped rear camera setup and a blend of plastic back and glass front. However, the Elite Edition includes Diamond Shield Glass, offering a different layer of screen protection. Both models are rated for IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance, which gives better durability than the Vivo V40, which only carries an IP68 rating. Also read: Oppo Reno 14 Pro confirmed to feature a 50MP ultra-wide lens, 6,200mAh battery, and more On the other hand, the Elite Edition comes in only one variant, 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, available only in Rose Red. Meanwhile, the Vivo V50 is available in multiple colour options, including Titanium Grey, Rose Red, and Starry Night. Both smartphones are equipped with a 6.77-inch quad-curved AMOLED display. Each supports full-HD+ resolution, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. There is no noticeable difference in display specifications or experience. Also read: Google hits 150 million users for subscription service with help of AI The camera setup is one of the areas where the models slightly diverge. The Vivo V50 Elite carries a Zeiss-backed dual rear camera setup, with dual 50MP sensors, one standard and one ultra-wide, plus it also carries a 50MP front camera with Aura Light for better selfies. Additionally, the device supports AI-powered photo editing and productivity tools. The Vivo V50, meanwhile, offers a triple camera system with similar Zeiss branding, including a 50MP main sensor, 50MP ultra-wide, and a 50MP front shooter. The main difference is the extra camera on the V50. Also read: How to quietly limit someone on Instagram without blocking, unfollowing, or causing drama Both devices run on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor and use Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15. Vivo promises three years of OS updates and four years of security support for both phones. While the Elite comes only in a 12GB+512GB configuration, the V50 is available in three options: 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB, and 12GB+512GB. The software interface remains consistent across both devices. Battery life is solid on both phones, and the Vivo V50 Elite and V50 are backed by a substantial 6,000mAh battery that supports 90W wired fast charging, compared to the Vivo V40's 5500 mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging. Also read: iPadOS 19 update: Apple to unveil redesigned Siri, menu bar and more at WWDC 2025 The Vivo V50 Elite costs Rs. 41,999 for the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage model. Meanwhile, the Vivo V50 comes in several configuration options and is priced at Rs. 34,999 for 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage, Rs. 36,999 for 8GB+256GB, and Rs. 40,999 for 12GB+ 512GB. The price difference may influence buyers looking for budget-friendly choices. The Elite Edition's single colour and configuration also narrow down options. In short, the Vivo V50 Elite offers a fresh look and slight refinements over the Vivo V50, but both share many core features. Buyers should weigh the price difference and available options before deciding.
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Business Standard
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Tech Wrap May 15: BGMI update, Dell Plus laptops, Vivo V50 Elite edition
Krafton releases BGMI 3.8 update. Dell launches Copilot Plus AI PCs. Vivo V50 Elite edition launched. Microsoft tests 'Hey Copilot' voice command. YouTube tests new ad format BS Tech New Delhi Krafton releases BGMI 3.8 update with India-exclusive events Krafton has rolled out version 3.8 of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI). This latest update introduces a Steampunk Frontier mode, an anniversary crate, and a series of India-centric collaborations and activities. According to Krafton, the BGMI 3.8 update "fuses futuristic mechanics with homegrown cultural integrations to deliver bold, immersive, and locally relevant experiences." American PC manufacturer Dell has introduced its 2025 range of Dell Plus laptops in the Indian market. The lineup includes models such as Dell 14 Plus, Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus, and Dell 16 Plus, all of which are powered by the Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors. These devices run on Microsoft's Copilot Plus PC platform and are equipped with a complete array of built-in artificial intelligence capabilities. Vivo has introduced the Elite edition of its V50 smartphone in India. With a price tag of ₹41,999, this special version is bundled with the TWS 3e earbuds, marking the only distinction between it and the regular V50 model. The V50 Elite edition is configured with 12GB RAM and 512GB internal storage and is offered in a Rose Red color variant. Microsoft is experimenting with a voice activation feature similar to those found in Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa. As shared in a company blog, Microsoft is testing this functionality for its built-in AI assistant, Copilot, which will respond when users say 'Hey Copilot!' The tech giant has begun rolling out this feature to Windows Insiders for testing. YouTube is reportedly working on a new ad system named 'Peak Points,' which utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to insert ads at moments that are contextually significant in videos. According to TechCrunch, this system uses Google's Gemini AI to assess video content and pinpoint high-engagement segments. Ads are then placed just after these engagement peaks to make the most of viewer attention. Ubisoft, the French game developer, has reportedly confirmed that the remake of 'Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time' will be released before April 2026. As per Insider Gaming, the publisher stated during an earnings call that development is progressing steadily, and the release is expected before the middle of next year. Originally scheduled for 2021, the game has faced three delays, as reported by The Verge. Samsung is said to have started development of the Galaxy S26 Edge, which would be its next-generation ultra-thin flagship device. As per a report from 9To5Google, citing The Elec, Samsung is considering dropping the 'Plus' variant from its Galaxy S series in favor of the new Edge model starting next year. Apple is also rumored to follow suit, possibly replacing the iPhone Plus with a slimmer device known as the 'iPhone Air.' Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus has unveiled a new green color option for its upcoming OnePlus 13s. The teaser, posted on X (formerly Twitter), showcases this green variant, which joins the already announced Pink Satin and Black Velvet models. Realme, the Chinese smartphone brand, is gearing up to unveil its GT 7 series on May 27. The company has confirmed that one of the upcoming models, the Realme GT 7, will feature the recently released Dimensity 9400e chipset from MediaTek. Additionally, the device will come with a high-capacity 7,000mAh battery, along with support for 120W fast wired charging. OnePlus is reportedly set to broaden its Ace 5 series in China by launching two new variants: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Ace 5 Ultra. A report by GSMArena suggests that these additions are targeted at gaming users. The current Ace 5 lineup includes the OnePlus Ace 5 and the Ace 5 Pro. Once launched, the series will expand to four models. However, OnePlus has not yet confirmed an official release date. Samsung has introduced limited-time promotional offers on its Galaxy S25 smartphone. These include cashback incentives, exchange bonuses, and no-cost EMI options. A key highlight is the upgrade bonus of ₹11,000, bringing the phone's effective price down to ₹63,999. These offers are now live on Samsung's official website and are also available through select online retailers and offline stores. Bharti Airtel has unveiled a new AI-driven security platform aimed at preventing online fraud and spam. This multi-layered system is capable of detecting malicious websites across a range of platforms and applications. Given the rise in advanced online scams, Airtel's solution is designed to provide proactive protection in real time. Qlik, known for its expertise in data analytics, integration, and AI, has launched a new agentic experience to streamline data-intensive workflows and enhance decision-making. The company also introduced the Open Lakehouse, a fully managed solution based on Apache Iceberg, which is integrated into the Qlik Talend Cloud platform.
India Today
15-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Vivo V50 Elite Edition launches in India for Rs 41,999 with free TWS earbuds
Vivo has launched a brand-new variant of its upper-mid-range smartphone — the Vivo V50 — in India, and they are calling it the Vivo V50 Elite Edition. Think of it as a special edition variant of the standard V50. The device comes in just the Rose Red colourway — introduced with the V50 — and offers 12GB RAM along with 512GB storage. The most notable addition this time is the inclusion of the TWS 3e earbuds bundled in the box, making it Vivo's only current model — and probably the only phone we've heard of in a good while — to offer wireless earphones in the box. Apart from this, the phone features a familiar design, a large 6,000mAh battery, and a camera system developed in collaboration with V50: Price and availabilityThe Vivo V50 Elite Edition is priced at Rs 41,999 and is available starting May 15. Customers can purchase it through Flipkart, Amazon, Vivo's official website, and authorised retail stores across India. Vivo has also announced several promotional offers, including bank cashback up to Rs 3,000 on select cards and exchange bonuses. EMI options of up to 10 months with zero down payment are available for offline buyers, alongside the V-Shield protection plan and assured buyback of up to 70 per cent for a nominal charge of Rs V50: Key specs and featuresThe key highlight of the Vivo V50 Elite Edition has to be the bundled TWS 3e earbuds, which normally retail for Rs 1,899. Doing the maths, the V50 Elite is simply just a standard V50, bundled with free wireless earbuds. While the V50 Elite is Rs 1,000 costlier than the standard V50, considering you are getting the TWS 3e for free — you are basically getting the V50 Elite for Rs 40,100, i.e. you minus the amount of the earbuds from the phone's amount. This will make it Rs 899 cheaper than the 12GB + 512GB variant of the standard The bundled TWS 3e earbuds come with active noise cancellation of up to 30dB, support for low-latency gaming at 88ms, and battery life rated up to 42 hours. Vivo says the earbuds are IP54 certified and designed for all-day use. Like other Vivo phones sold in India, the V50 Elite Edition is manufactured locally at the company's Greater Noida from this, when it comes to the specs — you get the same 6,000mAh battery on the V50 Elite Edition, paired with 90W FlashCharge support. Despite the large battery, the phone maintains a pretty slim profile at just 7.57mm. The phone features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with quad-curved edges and a peak brightness of up to 4,500 the camera front, the device includes a 50-megapixel triple camera setup developed in partnership with Zeiss. It supports three portrait focal lengths (23mm, 35mm, 50mm), seven portrait styles from Zeiss, and also features a Wedding Style Portrait mode tailored for Indian users. The front-facing camera uses Vivo's AI-powered 3D studio lighting for backlit Vivo V50 Elite Edition is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip and offers three years of Android OS updates along with four years of security patches. It has IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance and uses Diamond Shield glass for durability.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Vivo's V50 is an iterative update, but it's still plenty of fun
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Vivo is doing all the right things in 2025; the X200 Pro continues to be one of the best camera phones of the year, and I'm excited to get my hands on the X200 Ultra and see how it measures up this year. In the meantime, the V50 is turning out to be a reliable mid-ranger with the best design in its category. That shouldn't be surprising in the least, considering Vivo is making a habit of launching gorgeous phones in the V series. I thoroughly enjoyed using the V30 Pro and V40 Pro, and while there isn't a Pro model this time (it's likely coming later), the V50 retains the best features of its predecessors while getting a sizeable 6,000mAh silicon battery. The V50 is available in select Southeast Asian countries, and in India, it costs ₹34,999 ($413) for the standard 8GB/128GB model, ₹36,999 ($436) if you want 8GB/256GB, and ₹40,999 ($484) if you're looking to get the 12GB/512GB edition. It goes up against the likes of the OnePlus 13R in the country, and Vivo is positioning the design and cameras as the key features. What I like the most is the design; phones have decidedly gotten boxier in recent years, and I'm not a fan of the trend. Thankfully, Vivo retained a thin design with smooth curves at the back, and it makes using the phone that much better. It has a glass back, but the polycarbonate mid-frame allowed Vivo to save weight, and although there's a 6000mAh battery, the phone comes in at a manageable 189g. Image 1 of 4 Image 2 of 4 Image 3 of 4 Image 4 of 4 The sleeker profile definitely makes a difference in daily use, and the Red Rose color option I'm using is gorgeous — I still don't understand why brands reserve the best colors for their mid-range phones and not flagships. The frosted glass finish at the back accentuates the color, and the design of the camera island is better this time around; you still get a sizeable module, but it doesn't look anywhere as busy as the V40. The phone has color-matched sides, and while that's undeniably good, the glossy finish detracts from the otherwise-great in-hand feel. The only other issue with the design is that the in-screen module is located a little too low, and it makes accessing it a bit awkward. That said, Vivo did a great job with ingress protection; the phone gets the standard IP68 dust and water resistance, and it even picks up IP69, allowing it to withstand jets of water. Vivo went with a slightly smaller 6.77-inch AMOLED panel on the V50, and the resolution is down to FHD+ (2392 x 1080). However, there isn't any noticeable difference in regular use between the device and the V40, and it gets just as bright. It's set to 60Hz out of the box, but you can easily switch to 120Hz via the settings, and I didn't notice any lag in day-to-day tasks. The phone has good color vibrancy and contrast levels, and there's a decent amount of customizability when it comes to adjusting the colors. Another positive is that the phone gets stereo sound — much like the V40, and it makes using the onboard sound that much better. There isn't anything new to talk about the performance, as the V50 is using the same Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 silicon as the V40 and the V30. I would have liked to see the 7s Gen 3 as it holds up a little better, and while the device is still good, it doesn't quite have the power needed to run demanding games at high settings. That said, there isn't an issue with overheating, and outside of gaming, I didn't see any lag or slowdowns with the V50. The base 8GB/128GB is a bit limited in my view, and I'd suggest getting the 8GB/256GB option instead. Connectivity is pretty good too, and I didn't have problems making calls or connecting to my home network. With Vivo continuing with a biannual release cadence, there isn't much that's different with the cameras on the V50. It has two 50MP lenses at the back, and while the main camera uses a slightly bigger module, I didn't see any difference in image quality. The phone continues to do a great job with portrait shots, and it is still one of the best mid-rangers in this area. Battery life is where I noticed the biggest difference, with the V50 having much better headroom thanks to a 6,000mAh silicon carbon battery. The phone manages to last a day and a half comfortably between charges, and even with heavy use, there are no issues getting to the end of the day. It's a similar story with charging tech; with 90W USB PD as standard, it takes under 50 minutes to charge the device. Vivo is doing good things with software as well, and I like the Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15. The interface is fluid, there's extensive customizability, and I didn't see any issues with notifications or aggressive memory management. The only point to note in this regard is that the V50 will get three Android OS updates — one less than its immediate rivals. Overall, the V50 doesn't really bring much new to the table, and that's okay. Vivo didn't need to alter the fundamentals too much, and by adding a bigger battery and refreshing the design, the brand delivered a device that's slightly better than its predecessor. If you need a camera-focused mid-ranger with a stylish design, the V50 is a great choice. With a sleeker design and great cameras, the V50 is the latest in a long line of great mid-rangers by Vivo.
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Business Standard
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Vivo V50 Elite edition launched in India: Check price, specs, and more
Vivo has launched the V50 Elite edition smartphone in India. Priced at Rs 41,999, the elite edition of the Vivo V50 smartphone comes with its TWS 3e earbuds, which is the only add-on separating the elite edition from standard V50 model. The Vivo V50 Elite edition is offered in 12GB RAM + 512GB storage configuration, and the smartphone will be available in Rose Red colourway. Vivo V50 Elite edition: Availability and offers The smartphone will be available in India from May 15 on ecommerce platform Flipkart, Amazon India, and at select retail outlets. As part of the introductory offer, customers can avail a bank cashback of Rs 3,000 on select cards. Alternatively, there is an exchange bonus of Rs 3,000 on trade-in deals. No-interest equated monthly instalment (EMI) plans of up to six months are also available. Vivo V50 Elite edition: Details The Vivo V50 Elite smartphone offers identical specifications to the standard Vivo V50 but comes with Vivo TWS 3e. The in-box earbuds come in Dark Indigo colour and offer active noise cancelling up to 30dB. The company said that the earbuds come equipped with a high-resolution speaker driver, delivering crisp and detailed sound. Meanwhile, DeepX 3.0 sound effects provide a customisable audio experience. It delivers up to 42 hours of total battery life and 36 hours with ANC, and is rated IP54 for dust and water resistance. The Vivo V50 Elite edition comes only with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, it features a 6.77-inch quad-curved AMOLED display with peak local brightness of 4,500 nits. For imaging, the smartphone features a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS) and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens. At the front, there is a 50MP camera. The Zeiss collaboration enables the smartphone to emulate seven different Zeiss portrait styles and India-exclusive Wedding Style Portraits. The V50 runs on Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15 and offers several artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features, including Google's Circle to Search, AI Screen Translation & Live Call Translation, AI Transcript Assist, AI SuperLink, and AI Eraser 2.06. The company has also confirmed that the smartphone will get three years of OS updates and four years of security updates. The smartphone is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery supporting 90W wired charging. It is rated IP65 and IP69 for resistance against dust and water splashes. Vivo V50 Elite edition: Specifications
