Realme To Unveil 300W Charging Technology Next Week, GT 7 Pro May Debut With It
Handset maker Realme is slated to reveal what it claims to be the "world's fastest charging technology" at its upcoming 828 Fan Festival in China next week.
Handset maker Realme is slated to reveal what it claims to be the "world's fastest charging technology" at its upcoming 828 Fan Festival in China next week. While the company has not officially confirmed the specifics, industry reports suggest that this could be a 300W fast charging system from Realme. This announcement comes after weeks of anticipation and leaked information hinting at Realme's work on this revolutionary charging capability. Francis Wong, Realme's Global Marketing Director, had previously hinted at such a breakthrough in development.
The 300W fast charging from Realme is said to be unveiled on August 14, at the company's 828 Fan Festival in China.
If the rumours prove true, this technology could potentially charge a smartphone battery to full capacity in a mere five minutes, marking a significant leap forward in mobile charging capabilities.
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Realme GT 7 Pro May Launch With 300W Charging
Speculation is rife that the Realme GT 7 Pro could be the first smartphone to feature this 300W charging technology. The device is expected to launch initially in China, with Realme Vice President Chase Xu confirming its eventual release in India. However, it remains unclear whether the Indian variant will include the 300W charging capability.
The GT 7 Pro is anticipated to boast a flagship chipset, with the exact processor depending on the launch timeline. A near-future release could see the device powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while a later launch might incorporate the rumored Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, expected to be announced in October 2024.
As the 828 Fan Festival approaches, all eyes are on Realme to see if the OEM will indeed "revolutionise "smartphone charging as we know it.
However, this advancement is not without its challenges. Experts have raised concerns about the safety implications of such high-power charging, particularly regarding heat generation and its potential impact on battery longevity. To address these issues, Realme may need to implement advanced cooling systems, which could potentially increase production costs.
In the competitive smartphone landscape, it is worth noting that Redmi demonstrated similar 300W charging technology over a year ago but is yet to incorporate it into their high-end devices. This precedent raises questions about the timeline for Realme's technology to reach consumer hands.
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