The Holy Ramadan in the year 2023 (1444 Hijri) has been commenced from 24th March. Muslims are traditionally bound to fast from dawn to dusk during the lunar month, a time of restraint and soberness. The following calendar encapsulates the time schedule for Sehri and Iftar in Dhaka City:
The dates couldn't be sweeter (or better) for you! They have a ton of health benefits, from heart health to bone strengthening, and we're focusing on them.
During the Ramadan we eat dates every day in iftar. But you can eat dates all year round if you want. Although we all eat dates more or less, its medicinal properties are unknown to many. Eating this fruit can cure many diseases.
Packed with nutrients, dates are a must-have source of iron. Keeping dates in the daily food list will increase the immunity of the body. Almost all nutritionists recommend keeping dates in the diet. Every 100 grams of dates contains 0.09 grams of iron.
According to nutritionists, most of the iron required by the body can be found in these dates. However, experts ask people with diabetes to keep dry dates on their diet.
Dry dates also contain useful minerals for the body. Dates have medicinal properties, and also fulfill the vitamin requirements of the body.
Antioxidants in dates boost immunity. It contains a lot of vitamins, minerals, calcium, potassium. So you can keep dates in your daily diet.
The next time you're craving something sweet, instead of going for sweets, go for dates. They are just as sweet and MUCH better for you. This natural delight is a delicious source of fiber, with high concentrations of potassium and vitamin A, among other vitamins and minerals. Here are ten reasons why you'll want to add dates to your shopping cart ASAP.
Dates are essential for anemia patients. Dates provide about 11 percent of the iron required in a healthy person's body.
Those who do not want to eat sugar, they can eat date juice and molasses. So you can eat dates to avoid sugar damage.
The various minerals in dates help to maintain the heart rate. So dates are very beneficial for heart health.
The sodium in dates regulates blood pressure. So dates should be kept in the diet of high blood pressure patients. Apart from this, due to the presence of lutein and zeaxanthin in dates, it keeps the retina healthy.
The copper, magnesium and selenium in dates keep the bone healthy and strong. Dates also help to prevent the risk of from osteoporosis which engenders bone fractures.
Dates are enriched in choline and vitamin B which are very useful for enhancing memory and managing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Dates also increase the learning capabilities, both in children and adults.
Dates help to reduce the blood glucose levels by increasing the production of insulin. However, the researchers are still unaware exactly how dates help to manage diabetes.
Dates are rich in natural sugars, such as glucose, sucrose, and fructose. In this way, the fruit can be the perfect appetizer to provide energy immediately, which also increases strength, thus reducing the feeling of fatigue and tiredness, a very attractive effect for those who practice physical activities, mainly to increase training income.
The dates are replete with different vitamins which increase the libido and sperm count in males. So you can eat dates regularly to remain sexually fit.
If you have difficulty gaining weight, dates are a healthy way to increase your body weight. While they are packed with nutrients, they are also packed with calories. A serving of four dates equals 270 calories.
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The list of public holidays for the year 2022 was approved in the Cabinet meeting held at the Prime Minister's Office on Monday, October 31, 2022. These holidays shall be applicable for all government, semi-government, statutory and autonomous organizations of the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh. After the meeting, the Cabinet Secretary Khandkar Anwarul Islam briefed the reporters everything at the Bangladesh Secretariat.
From the press conference it was apparent that like the current year, the year 2023 will also consist of 22 (twenty two) days of public holidays. Out of total 22 days of holidays, 14 (fourteen) days will be observed as Ordinary Public Holidays while 8 (eight) days will be observed under Executive Order. But unfortunately, 08 (eight) days, out of the 22 holidays will be on the weekly holidays. However, in the previous year, 06 (six) days, out of the 22 holidays fell on weekly holidays.
Here follows a comparative analysis of the public holidays merged by weekends or weekly holidays:
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2022 |
2023 |
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Ordinary Public Holiday |
Holidays By The Executive Order |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
Holidays By The Executive Order |
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03 Days (02 Fridays & 01 Saturday) |
3 Days (01 Friday & 02 Saturdays) |
04 Days (02 Fridays & 02 Saturdays) |
04 Day (03 Fridays 01 Saturday) |
The following table enumerates a complete list of Public Holidays in the year 2023:
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Sl. |
Date |
Day |
Name of Holiday |
Type of Holiday |
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21 Feb |
Tuesday |
Shaheed Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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8 Mar |
Wednesday |
Shab e-Barat |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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17 Mar |
Friday |
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birthday |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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26 Mar |
Sunday |
Independence Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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14 Apr |
Friday |
Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year) |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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19 Apr |
Wednesday |
Laylat al-Qadr |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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21 Apr |
Friday |
Eve of Eid-ul-Fitr |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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22 Apr |
Sunday |
Eid ul-Fitr |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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23 Apr |
Monday |
Following day of Eid-ul-Fitr |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
|
|
1 May |
Monday |
May Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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4 May |
Thursday |
Buddha Purnima |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
|
28 Jun |
Wednesday |
Eve of Eid-ul-Adha |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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29 Jun |
Thursday |
Eid ul-Adha |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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30 Jun |
Friday |
Following day of Eid-ul-Adha |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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29 Jul |
Saturday |
Ashura |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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15 Aug |
Tuesday |
National Mourning Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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6 Sep |
Wednesday |
Shubha Janmashtami |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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28 Sep |
Thursday |
Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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24 Oct |
Tuesday |
Durga Puja (Vijaya Dashami) |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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16 Dec |
Saturday |
Victory Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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25 Dec |
Monday |
Christmas Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
Mouth ulcers or Canker sores usually appear on the inside of the cheeks, tongue, lips, gums and palate. Although they usually go away on their own within a week, there are a number of ways to speed up the process and reduce discomfort.
We've all had mouth ulcers from time to time. It is something so common that we will continue to suffer from them throughout our lives. These ulcers, also known as canker sores, or mouth sores, are lesions in the mouth that are usually annoying and painful, especially when we talk or eat.
Mouth sores or canker sores are painful ulcer-like lesions that appear inside the mouth, especially in the area of the lips and cheeks. Like all wounds or lesions in the mouth, they do not take long to heal and disappear on their own, but they are usually quite annoying, producing a burning sensation and pain in the affected parts, and if there is an infection, sporadic episodes of fever may appear. In any case, and although they are annoying, they are not a serious problem to worry about, they are not contagious. There are a number of causes that cause the appearance of sores in the mouth:
Although it is safe to treat mouth ulcers at home, you are still suggested to see a doctor if:
It is not only about relieving the pain and discomfort caused by mouth sores, but also about preventing their appearance.
One way to effectively prevent the appearance of sores is to have a varied, balanced diet rich in iron, vitamins and minerals. And this is achieved by consuming fresh fruits and vegetables daily, as well as the consumption of cereals.
Qatar is the host of the FIFA World Cup Football in the year 2022. The tournament starts on Sunday, November 20, 2022. A grand opening ceremony will be followed by an inaugural match between Qatar and Ecuador.
A total of 32 teams from different countries shall compete in this 22nd edition of the World Cup. They include Qatar (Hosts), Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, Germany, The Netherlands, Uruguay, Croatia, Denmark, Mexico, the United States, Senegal, Wales, Poland, Australia, Japan, Morocco, Switzerland, Ghana, Korea Republic, Cameroon, Serbia, Canada, Costa Rica, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Ecuador.
The teams have been divided into eight groups for the first phase. Each team consisting of four teams will play the other teams in their group once. Winners of the first phase will earn 3 points. On the other hand, the teams in a draw match will receive 1 point. At the end of the group phase, the top point securing 2 teams in each group will qualify for knockout rounds.
It is also likely that two of the celebrity footballers Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will play World Cup for the last time.
Dreams have many meanings, often hidden and difficult to understand. But what does it mean to dream of a cat, especially a talking one?
Being one of the common animals, the cat has always inspired great pieces of fables and tales. But to which extent has it been able to dominate the dream world? Well, the cat happens to be the most recurring image in the realm of dreams. It has got attention due to its mystical and symbolic implication.
In dreams, the cat may appear as a household pet or as a savage animal from the wilderness. Whichever guise it takes, the cat conveys some meaning or meanings within the meaning. Simply speaking, it emblems the many possible upcoming situations or events that one might confront in real life. However, in a more weird case, the cat may even appear talking to the dreamer or someone else! As this is a more interesting scenario, today we will interpret the dream of a talking cat.
From ancient times to the present day, dreaming of a talking cat has acquired different meanings over time. The talking cat may denote negative outcomes such as, financial crisis, bad news, and unwanted situations. It often reflects positive traits like overcoming a difficult phase or changes for good. Let’s see the interpretations of different dream situations:
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The Holy Ramadan in the year 2022 (1443 Hijri) has been commenced from 3rd April. Muslims are traditionally bound to fast from dawn to dusk during the lunar month, a time of restraint and soberness. The following calendar encapsulates the time schedule for Sehri and Iftar in Dhaka City:
The Ministry of Public Administration has published the holiday notification of government, semi-government, statutory and autonomous organizations of the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh for the year 2022.
A PDF copy of the list of public holidays was published on 31 October, on the official website of the Ministry of Public Administration.
With the approval of the Hon'ble President, the Deputy Secretary of the Ministry Md. Mashiur Rahman Talukder issued the notification of public holiday.
Previously, on 26 October 2021 the list of holidays of government institutions was approved in the cabinet meeting at the Secretariat. The Hon'ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina virtually presided over the meeting. Later at a press conference, the Cabinet Secretary Khandaker Anwarul Islam gave this information.
He briefed that like the current year, the year 2022 will also consist of 22 (twenty two) days of public holidays. Out of total 22 days of holidays, 14 (fourteen) days will be observed as Ordinary Public Holidays while 8 (eight) days will be observed under Executive Order. But unfortunately, 06 (six) days, out of the 22 holidays will be on the weekly holidays. However, in the previous year, 07 (seven) days, out of the 22 holidays fell on weekly holidays. Here follows a comparative analysis of the public holidays merged by weekends or weekly holidays:
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2022 |
2021 |
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Ordinary Public Holiday |
Holidays By The Executive Order |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
Holidays By The Executive Order |
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03 Days (02 Fridays & 01 Saturday) |
3 Days (01 Friday & 02 Saturdays) |
06 Days (04 Fridays & 02 Saturdays) |
1 Day (01 Saturday) |
The following table enumerates a complete list of Public Holidays in the year 2022:
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Sl. |
Date |
Day |
Name of Holiday |
Type of Holiday |
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21 Feb |
Mon |
Shaheed Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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17 Mar |
Thu |
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birthday |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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19 Mar |
Sat |
Shab e-Barat |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
|
|
26 Mar |
Sat |
Independence Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
|
14 Apr |
Thu |
Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year) |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
|
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29 Apr |
Fri |
Jumatul Bidah |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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29 Apr |
Fri |
Laylat al-Qadr |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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1 May |
Sun |
May Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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2 May |
Mon |
Eve of Eid-ul-Fitr |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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3 May |
Tue |
Eid ul-Fitr |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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4 May |
Wed |
Following day of Eid-ul-Fitr |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
|
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15 May |
Sun |
Buddha Purnima |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
|
9 Jul |
Sat |
Eve of Eid-ul-Adha |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
|
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10 Jul |
Sun |
Eid ul-Adha |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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11 Jul |
Mon |
Following day of Eid-ul-Adha |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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9 Aug |
Tue |
Ashura |
Holiday by the Executive Order |
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15 Aug |
Mon |
National Mourning Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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18 Aug |
Thu |
Shubha Janmashtami |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
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5 Oct |
Wed |
Durga Puja (Vijaya Dashami) |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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9 Oct |
Sun |
Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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16 Dec |
Fri |
Victory Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
|
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25 Dec |
Sun |
Christmas Day |
Ordinary Public Holiday |
Click here to download Bangladesh Government Holiday Calendar 2021
There’s no way to disregard the beauty of this particular cactus. The Mammillaria voburnensis is one of the most widely popular houseplants. It blooms nicely arranged small flowers on the top of the plant which forms a crown.
Mammillaria voburnensis is one of the most fascinating varieties of the Mammillaria genus. It belongs to the Cactaceae family and is also a succulent plant. Mammillaria voburnensis is native to Mexico. This type of cactus is very small in size and takes a prolonged time to be matured. It grows in a cluster and looks great when blooms. But the chance of blooming decreases when they are potted and kept as houseplants. The most important information is that Mammillaria voburnensis only blooms when it is fully matured. So, it is almost uncertain when you will have the luck to see its beautiful flower. If you are collecting it for flower then it is wise to purchase the one that already started blooming in the nursery.
It’s a universally proven fact that cacti grow well when they are ignored. They die tragically by getting over attention! Too much caring is bad for them. But neglecting them altogether is not good either. You should at least think about them once a week to keep them happy. Let’s see in detail the things you can do while sparing some time for the cactus:
This cactus is drought tolerant so you don’t need to water it frequently. During the winter season, it is dormant so cease irrigation but mist occasionally to keep the plant hydrated. But water regularly during the growing seasons, i.e., spring, summer and early fall. But water only when the top one to two-inch soil is completely dry. Keep irrigating until water comes out through the bottom holes. Clean the bottom saucer immediately when filled with water. Do not water if the soil is moist to touch because this will promote root rot plus fungal attack.
This cactus thrives well under full or even partial sunlight. However, it should be protected from direct sunlight to avoid sunburn. While kept indoors try to place it in a south-facing window that gets bright indirect sunlight. Without light, the plant will become feeble and discolored. In case your room doesn’t get enough sunlight then you may use fluorescent lights to arrange artificial lighting.
Mammillaria voburnensis prefers a well-drained soil mix. The commercial substrate could be used. However, you can easily prepare your own with the available materials around you:
To prepare the soil mix ingredients 1, 2, 4, & 4 very well and leave it aside in a sunny spot for 3-4 days.
This cactus grows up to only 6-7 inches tall, so you don’t need a much bigger pot. You can use either clay or a plastic pot. But a plastic pot is the best choice as it will reduce the need for frequent watering. Whichever pot you select be sure that it has enough holes to discharge the excess water. To ensure proper drainage, fill the pot with the following three types of materials:
Before planting the cactus carefully get rid of the nursery soil to bare the root. Once you are done then soak the plant in hydrogen peroxide (use 5 to 10 ml hydrogen peroxide for every 1 litre water) for at least half an hour. This will help to disinfect the root which will prevent root rot. You can also spray the whole plant with the hydrogen peroxide mix to discourage bacterial attack. Last but not least, don’t throw away the water mix, utilize it to irrigate the plant.
You won’t be needing to re-pot this cactus frequently. Re-potting may be required, however, only if the pot gets too crowded with offsets, or if the root ball gets too root-bound. It is always wise to repot the cactus during its growing season. But yearly re-potting with fresh soil has some benefits as well. Doing so helps to prevent fungus and salt build-up.
This cactus will be fine if re-potted once a year. It wouldn’t even mind being root bounded but will need re-potting if it becomes top-heavy or the pot becomes overcrowded with offsets.
Therefore, you should change the potting soil every couple of years to keep it fresh and salt-free.
Re-potting works fine during the growing seasons. But for easy de-soiling, do not water the cactus before re-potting.
Before re-potting make sure to get rid of any dead or rotten parts of the roots. Treat the cut areas with hydrogen peroxide or fungicide.
Although Mammillarias are heat tolerant, they are not cold-hardy plants. During the winter season, they go to the dormant state. At this phase, they prefer a temperature between 7 and 13 °C. It may also survive in a more colder temperature, however, for a short period. If the temperature drops below -1.1 °C, it’s better to bring the plant indoors.
Propagation of Mammillaria Voburnensis is very easy. The propagation could be carried out either by seed or offsets:
Unlike many other cacti, Mammillaria Voburnensis is relatively easy to propagate from seeds. Always sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mixture or simply in coarse sand during the late spring or summer. Keep the pot in a sunny location and ensure that the soil is moist until the germination of the seeds. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots in the next spring.
Pups or offsets from the mother plant is another source for propagation. The best result could be obtained during spring and summer. Water the mother very well 01 week before offset collection. To proceed take a sharp sterile blade or knife and detach the chosen offsets. Dip the cut ends in fungicide or hydrogen peroxide and lay them on dry coarse sand and store them in a warm shaded place for few days to let the cut ends heal. When the healing process is completed, place the offsets in a pot filled with well-drained soil or just coarse sand. Spray water occasionally. After few weeks the roots will form.
Most cacti have a long lifespan as they get less diseases. However, when they are grown as houseplants, they are more prone to fungal and bacterial diseases. These diseases ultimately cause root rot. Cactus diseases are mostly engendered by overwatering. Therefore, a proper irrigation schedule should be maintained to keep the plants healthy and disease-free. Do not forget to inspect your plant occasionally for dark spots or soft parts.
There are also the threat of pests such as mealy bugs, scale insects, spider mites, fungus gnats. Such bugs can seriously damage your plant. In worst cases, the plant can die fatally. Painfully, these bugs have formed a resistance against most commercial pesticides. So, you might have to spot them manually to get rid of them.
Xiaomi has launched a new phone of its Redmi Note series. It is Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 by name and has been launched on March 16, 2021. Powered by Qualcomm SDM678 Snapdragon 678 and running with Android 11, the phone is one of the best examples of powerful midrange smart devices. The best part is its AMOLED DotDisplay with 409 ppi density. Moreover, the phone features 48MP wide, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro, and 2MP depth camera. It has a 13MP selfie camera placed inside the punch hole of the display. As for memory, it has two (4/6GB/64/128GB) variants. The phone also comes with a 5000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery with 33W fast charging. It has two nano SIm card slots and a dedicated microSDXC card slot. To date, it is the best choice amongst low budget phones. But before buying, let’s see the pros and cons of this phone:
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Pros |
Cons |
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Modern & stylish design |
Plastic back |
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Full HD+ Super AMOLED display |
Lower gen. Gorilla Glass |
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Large display |
Average camera |
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Android 11, smooth and optimized UI |
No EIS during 4K video Recording |
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Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor |
Imperfect edge detection in portrait mode |
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5020 mAh large battery with 33W Fast Charging |
Too pricy in compared to Indian price |
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Smooth performance |
No Notification LED |
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Dual speakers |
The Always On Display remains active only for 10 seconds |
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USB Type C |
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IR Blaster |
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Metal body |
This article was last updated on 05-12-2021
