Earlier today, Xiaomi updated the built-in launcher in MIUI 11 on its smartphones which introduces support for the long-awaited “application drawer” feature which can be accessed by swiping up from the home screen. It was first seen with the previous beta version of MIUI which has now made it to the public release. To turn on desktop mode:

• Navigate to Settings > Desktop > Desktop mode (on or off)

Xiaomi’s MIUI draws a lot of inspiration from Apple‘s mobile operating system which is iOS. The latter offers a dedicated search option which can be accessed by swiping down and comes in handy when a user is trying to access an app that might be located on another page or within a folder. In comparison, the MIUI only has the Google search bar which is not the fastest way to search for any installed application.

When the app drawer is expanded, the recently used apps are placed on the top while other apps are listed, in alphabetical order. There’s a downward-facing arrow on the top which users can tap on to collapse the app drawer.

This feature has already been available on the Poco launcher and due to popular demand has been introduced to MIUI 11. What are your thoughts to the latest addition to Xiaomi’s  Android skin? Have you ever encountered a bothering situation trying to find an installed app on your Xiaomi device? Let us know in the comments below.

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Ahead of the Double 11 sale in China which will take place on 11th of November, AnTuTu has released lists of smartphones with the highest benchmark results in different price brackets. Essentially, these benchmarks highlight the most cost-effective smartphones, in terms of CPU performance which will help potential buyers to pick the devices that offer the most value for money. The different price brackets include the following:

• Yuan 0-1449 (~$0-207):

The most cost-effective smartphone in this segment is the Meizu 16th 6 GB + 64 GB which is the company’s flagship smartphone from 2018 and is equipped with Snapdragon 845 SoC. It is closely followed by the Meizu X8 4 GB + 64 GB and Honor 9X 6 GB + 64 GB that secure 223.8 and 218.4 points respectively. Surprisingly, the least value for money handset, based upon AnTuTu benchmarks, in this segment in the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro 4 GB + 64 GB which was launched in Q3 of 2019.

• Yuan 1550-1999 (~$214-285):

The most cost-effective smartphone in this segment is the 8 GB + 128 GB variant of the Lenovo Z6 Pro which features the flagship-grade Snapdragon 855 SoC from Qualcomm. The number two and three spots in this list are secured by the Vivo iQOO 6 GB + 128 GB variant and Honor V20 6 GB + 128 GB variant. Once again, the least value for money device in this price bracket is from Xiaomi, the CC9 6 GB + 128 GB.

• Yuan 2000-2999 (~$214-428)

The most cost-effective model in this price segment is the K20 Pro 8 GB+256 GB, followed by Meizu 16s 6 GB+128 GB and gaming centric Red Magic 3 8 GB+128 GB variant. All three models are equipped with the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is 7 nm fabrication process. The lowest value for money offering handset based on benchmark results is the 12 GB + 128 GB variant of the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro.

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• Yuan 3000 or higher (~$429+)

The most value for money smartphones in the segment include the OnePlus 7T 8 GB+256 GB, Asus ROG Phone 2 8 GB + 128 GB and Vivo iQOO Pro 5G 8 GB + 128 GB. While the OnePlus 7T has a 90 Hz refresh rate display, the Asus ROG Phone 2 takes that a step further with a 120 Hz refresh rate display. The least value for money, based upon benchmarks in this price bracket is the photography centric Huawei P30 with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB ROM.

To wrap things up, these charts are only indicative of most value for money at different price points based on the highest synthetic benchmarks. Before purchasing a smartphone, one must also consider other crucial factors like display size and type, battery capacity and camera performance.

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Earlier this year, Taiwanese chip MediaTek announced its flagship smart TV-centric chipset, dubbed the S900 its highlighting feature is the capability to decode 8K video. According to a fresh press release, the mass production of the chip has now begun at the TSMC foundries who also happens to be the contract manufacturer for companies like Apple, Qualcomm and Nvidia.

The MediaTek S900 is manufactured using 12 nm FinFET process and it consists of a multi-core CPU comprising of ARM Cortex-A73 cores, and Mali-G52 GPU that supports 8K video decoding, HDR10+ and external graphics which enable customers (OEMs in this case) to customize their products. In terms of I/O support, the chipset supports HDMI 2.1A, which offers a maximum bandwidth of 48Gps — enough to deliver HDR10+ content, as well as 4K videos running at 120Hz or 8K videos at 60Hz.

The MediaTek S900 also supports AI PQ, short for Artificial Intelligence Picture Quality. With the combination of MediaTek’s proprietary MiraVision-Pro and AI PQ, the S900 supports AI scene recognition, enabling S900-powered TVs to improve picture quality by optimizing colour saturation, brightness, sharpness, dynamic motion compensation and picture noise, even for native 8K output.

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MediaTek has already provided a NeuroPilot software development kit (SDK) for the chipset which allows developers to build apps for the platform. TVs powered by this chipset, when equipped with other necessary components can act as a hub for controlling smart home or IoT devices via voice and gesture controls.

Commercially available smart TVs featuring this chipset are expected to launch in early 2020 which is when we will be able to see what the MediaTek S900 brings to the table, in terms of real-world performance.

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On the 8th of November, Xiaomi introduced an all new wireless charger which will be available for purchase at the company’s crowdfunding website, starting 11th of November which happens to be the Chinese Single’s Day. The latest offering is rated at 20 W and it is placed below the 30W wireless charger with a built-in fan that the company had previously launched.

In terms of looks, the 20 W wireless charger from Xiaomi has a minimalist design with a circular base and an angled back which somewhat looks similar to its power banks. It is offered in black colour that seems to have a matte finish which gives it a classic and elegant look. One highlighting feature of the power bank is that it is capable of charging smartphones in both landscape and vertical position.

Due to its design, the device also doubles as a dock which will allow the user to quickly look at incoming notifications. The 20 W wireless charger from Xiaomi is based on Qi wireless charging technology, therefore, it can also be used to charge devices compatible with this technology which includes Apple iPhones and Samsung’s Galaxy Note and S-Series of smartphones.

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While it is capable of charging smart devices at 20W of maximum power, devices like the iPhone only support wireless charging at 7.5 W. Accordingly, charging times will vary based on different handsets.

Lastly, talking about the price of the 20 W wireless charger from Xiaomi, it will initially be offered at a discounted price of Yuan 79 ($11). The retail price of device is Yuan 99 ($14).

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According to a report published by Strategy Analytics, global smartwatch shipments in the Q3 of 2019 reached 14.2 million units which are 42% higher in comparison to the 10 million units sold in the same quarter of the yesteryear. “Smartwatch growth continues to soar, as consumers increasingly accessorize their smartphones with fitness-led and health-focused wearables,” said a senior analyst from the research firm.

Out of all the units sold, the Apple Watch accounted for 6.8 million units making it the most popular smartwatch. In comparison to Q3 of 2018, when Apple sold 4.5 million, the sales of its smartwatches in Q3 of the current year grew an astounding 51 percent. Correspondingly, the Apple Watch lineup single-handedly accounts for almost half of the market share.

Other leading manufacturers in this segment include Samsung and Fitbit. The South Korean Electronics giant shipped 1.9 million smartwatches worldwide in Q3 of 2019, almost doubling from 1.1 million a year ago. Speaking of its market share, it jumped from 11 percent last year to 13 percent in the current year, making it the second-largest manufacturer of smartwatches. One of the most selling models from the company is the Galaxy Watch Active 2 which is expected to boost sales even further in the forthcoming festive season.

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Closely followed by Samsung is Fitbit which sold 1.6 million smartwatches worldwide in Q3 of 2019, growing slightly from 1.5 million a year ago. Despite the growth in sales, it’s market share fell to 11 percent from 15 percent in the third quarter of the preceding year. “Fitbit continues to underperform in the smartwatch industry average, however, its recent takeover by Google could provide it with some relief and increased market share,” said Neil Mawston, Executive Director at Strategy Analytics.

Some readers might be surprised as Xiaomi seems out of sight in this report, however, it is hidden in the other segment. Noteworthy, it is one of the largest manufacturers of smart bands which happens to be a smart wearable and not a smartwatch in particular. Having said that, the company has recently launched its first smartwatch, dubbed the Mi Watch, it starts at Yuan 1299 and is packed with features. This device ticks almost every box that consumers in the budget and mid-range segment look for, therefore, Xiaomi is assumed to make a significant mark in smartwatch sales report in the coming quarters.

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Earlier today, Xiaomi launched its first Google WearOS powered smartwatch which is simply called the “Mi Watch“. The key highlighting features of the smart wearable include a square 1.78-inch AMOLED display, heart rate monitor, NFC and support for e-sim which allows it to make phone calls directly, without having to connect to a smartphone.

In this article, we will put the newly launched Mi Watch against some of its competitors which include the Galaxy Watch Active 2 (44mm), Apple Watch Series 5 (44mm) and Huawei Watch GT 2 (46mm). Consequently, you will be able to choose the right smartwatch for yourself based upon your requirements.

Here is a specification comparison of all 4 smartwatches:

Design and Display

Xiaomi’s Mi Watch draws a lot of design inspiration from the immensely popular Apple Watch Series 5. Both of these devices sport a 1.78-inch square-shaped display with a ceramic back. In contrast, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 and Huawei Watch GT 2 have a round-shaped display that measures 1.4 inch and 1.39 inch respectively. Consumers who prefer a smartwatch that is not very distinguishable from a conventional wristwatch can choose either of these two.

Chipset, Software and Features

The newly launched Mi is equipped with the Snapdragon 3100 series SoC which is developed by Qualcomm. Rest of the three smartwatches in this comparison pack a chip that is developed in-house by their respective manufacturers. In terms of OS, the Mi Watch and Apple Watch Series 5 have MIUI based on Google WearOS and Apple’s WatchOS, both of which can be navigated via a crown and multifunction buttons which are mounted on the sides of the two devices.

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 runs on Samsung’s WearableOS 4.0 which is based on top of Tizen. Finally, the Huwaei Watch GT2 has a custom OS which has a very vanilla feel and looks similar to stock WearOS from Google.

All of these smartwatches support fitness tracking features like step counter, sleep tracker, and can display notifications from the smartphone. The Apple Watch and Galaxy Watch Active 2 support ECG functionality. Whereas one distinguishing feature of the Mi Watch is its SpO2 sensor which can be used to measure oxygen in the blood.

Battery

In terms of battery, the Mi Watch which is the most affordable smartwatch out of the bunch packs the largest battery which is rated at 570 mAh. In contrast, most expensive out of the pack, the Apple Watch Series 4 has the smallest battery which is rated at 296 mAh. The Huawei Watch GT 2 and the Galaxy Watch Active 2 are also equipped with decent sized batteries which are rated at 455 mAh and 340 mAh respectively.

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Price

The non-cellular variant of the Apple Watch Series 5 (44mm) starts from $ 429 while the 4G enabled variant starts at $ 529. However, with premium strap options, it goes all the way upto $ 1399. The Mi Watch is currently limited to China and it is offered in two variants which includes standard and premium. The affordable variant costs Yuan 1299 (~$ 185) while the top of the line variant costs Yuan 1999 (~$ 257). Cheerfully, innards of both the variants remain the same but the premium variant has a stainless steel strap, sapphire glass protection, and a stainless-steel frame.

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 (44 mm) starts at $ 299 for the non-cellular variant, whereas the variant with 4G is priced at $ 449. Last but not least, the Huawei Watch GT 2 is offered in just one variant that skips on 4G and it costs Euro 249 which roughly translates to $ 277.

All of these smartwatches have their own USP’s but the Mi Watch from Xiaomi seems like the most value for money offering in this competition. All in all, the support for e-sim, a large battery and a swift chipset makes it a praiseworthy product which the Chinese corporation has managed to price aggressively.

Which one out of these 4 smartwatches do you thing is the most well-rounded package? Let us know in the comments below.

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On the 5th of November, Xiaomi will hold a launch event in China where it will lift covers from the Mi CC9 Pro, Mi TV 5 and it’s first WearOS powered smartwatch which is simply called the Mi Watch. The company has been sharing teasers of the smartwatch for weeks based upon which we have formed this article. If you are interested in its features or you are planning to buy one, continue reading.

Design, Display and Build

To begin with, the design of the Mi Watch is heavily inspired by the immensely popular Apple Watch. It features a curved sapphire glass which protects the square-shaped touchscreen display and sports a side-mounted crown which can be used to navigate through the UI.

The body/housing of the Mi Watch is made out of polished stainless steel which gives it a premium overall look. Apart from the crown, its right side features a microphone pinhole and a rectangular-shaped multi-purpose button. In comparison, the left side fo the smartwatch harbours the loudspeaker vent and a secondary microphone pinhole.

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The rear of the smart wearable seems to be made out of plastic and it makes room for the charging dock and what seems like an HRM (heart rate monitor).

Moving ahead, the Xiaomi Mi Watch will come with a high-quality fluoro rubber strap which can easily be swapped accrediting to its quick-release mechanism. It has already been confirmed that these rubber straps will be offered in four colour options which include Blue, White, Grey, and Black.

Chipset, Battery and Connectivity Options

Under the hood, the Mi Watch will be kitted with the Snapdragon 3100 chipset revealed a previously shared official teaser. The chipset consists of a 4x ARM Cortex A7, 32 bit Quad-core CPU which is clocked at 1.2 GHz and Adreno 304 GPU.

While Xiaomi is yet to reveal the exact battery capacity of the upcoming smartwatch, it is said to have “pretty large” battery.

The company had already confirmed the Mi Watch will support NFC, the chipset’s spec sheet reveals it is equipped with Bluetooth 4.2 and low power 802.11n Wi-Fi and GPS which are presumed to make their way on the upcoming wearable.

Key Features

Now that we have discussed the design and hardware aspects of Xiaomi’s upcoming wearable, let’s see what kind of features it will bring to the table.

Staple to almost every smartwatch out there, the Mi Watch will have have a built-in fitness tracker/activity tracker which can be used to track things like sleep, calories burned, different sports activity modes and the number of steps taken.

It will be able to display notifications from user’s smartphones which include text messages, emails, calendar alerts and app alerts. The smartwatch is also expected to support alarm clock functionality.

Xiaomi has already confirmed that the Mi Watch with built-in NFC will be capable of supporting AliPay. Likewise, in other countries, this might support Google Pay which is a globally accepted mode of digital payment.

It is also reported to support WeChat and we are excited to see how will its text input function work. Whether it will have an onscreen keyboard, will accept voice to text translation or both, is yet to be confirmed.

Xiaomi has also confirmed that the Mi Watch can store & play music independently which sounds like a praiseworthy feature. Therefore, users can leave their smartphone behind when going for a hike or while working out in a gym.

The smartwatch will supposedly be compatible with both Android OS and iOS, similar to what has been observed with Xiaomi’s previously launched wearables including the Mi Band 4. The device will run on a forked version of MIUI and it will also be capable of remotely controlling smart home appliances like Air Purifier, smart bulb or IoT devices.

Similar to the Apple Watch, it will also support e-sim which will allow it to make and receive phone calls and have access to the internet. Last but not the least, a senior Xiaomi official had shared a short clip of the Mi Watch which revealed that the device will also be capable of playing live TV via supported Apps.

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Expected Price

The official price of Xiaomi’s latest wearable will only be unveiled at its official launch event which is scheduled for the 5th of November i.e tomorrow. However, a recently uploaded listing on Xiaomi’s TaoBao store suggests that it will carry a price tag of 1499 Yuan ($ 213).

What do you think should be the right price for the Mi Watch? Let us know in the comments below.

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Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi is about to launch its latest photography centric smartphone, the Mi CC9 Pro which will be unveiled on the 5th of November. Ahead of its official announcement, the company has already shared a bunch of teasers. Correspondingly, here is a summary of what we already know about the phone.

Design and Display

Going by the official teasers, the front of the Mi CC9 Pro will sport an edge-to-edge curved AMOLED display that features a waterdrop notch up top. The rear of the smartphone is made out glass which houses the company branding and a vertically aligned Penta camera setup.  While the company is yet to publicise the size of the display, according to the previously discovered TENAA listing, the Mi CC9 Pro will have a 6.47-inch display with Full HD+ resolution.

Chipset and Connectivity options

Under the hood, the Mi CC9 Pro will have the Snapdragon 730G chipset which is also found on devices like the Realme X2 and Oppo K5. The chipset is manufactured using 8 nm fabrication process and its consists of an Octa-Core Kryo 470 CPU which is clocked at 2.2 GHz in addition to Adreno 618 GPU.

In terms of connectivity, the chipset has Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Dual 4G LTE support, GPS which are destined to make their way to the CC9 Pro. Talking about ports, the smartphone is already confirmed to have bottom-mounted 3.5 mm audio jack and USB Type C port which can be used for both charging and data syncing. It is also presumed to have an IR blaster which is a staple on almost every modern handset from Xiaomi.

Camera

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As previously mentioned, the Mi CC9 Pro is expected to excel in the camera department. While we are not sure, how the end result will be, we know almost every specification about Mi CC9 Pro’s camera and without a doubt, it seems impressive. The front of the smartphone will feature a 32 MP selfie camera which will be housed in the waterdrop notch which is present on top of the display.

Its penta rear camera setup is comprised of the following sensors (top to bottom):

• 5 MP, supports 5x optical zoom and 50X hybrid zoom
• 12MP portrait sensor, 1.4µ size pixel, 50 mm
• 108MP primary sensor,  f/1.7 aperture, OIS support
• 20MP ultra-wide sensor, 117 degree Field-Of-View
• 2 MP macro, Can capture from as close as 1.5 cm

Apart from the hardware details, the Mi CC9 Pro is confirmed to have a vlog-enhance function which can automatically trim a long video by eliminating unnecessary bits and making is appealing.

Another highlighting feature of the rear camera setup is quad LED flash which is divided in 2 pairs of 2 LED.

Battery and Other Features

The Mi CC9 Pro is confirmed to accommodate a massive 5260 mAh battery which will support 30 W fast charging. Noteworthy, Xiaomi claims that its 30W charging technology has been thoroughly optimised and is surprisingly faster than 40W high-speed chargers of other companies, namely Huawei.

Apart from being the world’s smartphone with 108 MP camera, it will also be the world’s first handset with an ultra-thin optical in-display fingerprint scanner. The Mi CC9 Pro will also have multi-function NFC which can replace all money and travel cards that make use of this technology. The smartphone is confirmed to have a 1CC large loudspeaker which Xiaomi claims can produce upto 2x loud sound output, in comparison to any other smartphone it has previously launched.

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Another interesting feature of the Mi CC9 Pro will be the “Breathing light” display. With this feature, the sides of its AMOLED display will blink whenever the device receives a notification.

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The upcoming smartphone is already confirmed to be offered in Green and White colour options. However, the company is also expected to offer the Mi CC9 Pro in other colour variants which include Black, Red and Blue.

All in all, the upcoming Mi CC9 Pro seems like a worthy mid-range smartphone that can disrupt the segment if Xiaomi manages to price it aggressively. We assume the device can be priced somewhere between Yuan 2299 ($ 327) and Yuan 3000 ($ 427) in China. However, as observed with the standard Mi CC9, its price will be bumped up considerably higher when it launches in Europe.

What do you think is the most exciting feature of Xiaomi’s upcoming smartphone? Do let us know in the comments below.

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Hu Ling, a member of the human resources team at Huawei’s elite 2012 Lab research unit posted a disgruntled open letter last week which was soon deleted. The letter criticised company’s overtime policy and higlighted that executives are covering up the extra work they have doing following the US ban.

According to a screenshot seen by Bloomberg News, the open letter shared by Hu Ling included the following statement which shows dissatisfaction and distrust developing within the Chinese corporation:

Take my advice brothers: Don’t trust HR, they have no honesty

In addition, the letter questioned the efficiency of engineers that are working overtime sessions. Huawei has confirmed the authenticity of the open letter, however, they declined to comment any further on the matter.

Huawei is known for its gruelling work culture aka “wolf culture” which they claim has helped them reach where they currently are. However, this philoshphy kicked into high gear after the Chinese corportation was designated to a blacklist by the U.S Commerce Department.

Since then, teams of engineers at Huawei started having 24 hour work days in shifts, in order to find alternatives to U.S based suppliers and their offerings which are valuable to the Chinese corporation.

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Besides, in the month of July, Huawei started rewarding employee who could increase revenue despite the ban. Notably, overtime is not uncommon in Chinese tech companies but this harsh work culture is seeing a downward trend as promises of “big payoff” are fading slowly.

Some employees of Huawei were resentful of the overtime work culture, but some were speaking up in its support. One employee wrote on the forum “The real force that takes down the company isn’t from outside but from within” which expressed regret that a company’s internal issues are being exposed to outsiders.

Lastly, Hu Ling’s post ended on a postive and encouging note for engineers who are still pulling of longer than usual work hours:

The era when engineers get full respect will come.

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In an unexpected turn of events, the South Korean electronics giant, Samsung is shutting down its custom CPU Core division. Therefore we will not be seeing any future in-house developed cores like the Moongoose M4 found in Exynos 9820, Samsung’s current flagship silicon. According to a WARN letter filed with the Texas Workforce Commission, Samsung is shutting down the CPU project at its Samsung Austin Research Center that will result in 290 employees being laid off.

A WARN letter aka Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification is a mandated notice that employers must provide to state governments in the event of major layoffs. The previously mentioned layoffs will be effective from the 31st of December and the affected employees do not have any bumping rights. The WARN letter does not specify how many of the layoffs would be in Austin and how many in California.

Michele Glaze, a spokeswoman for Samsung Austin told that company’s Austin manufacturing facility, which employs about 3,000 people, will remain unaffected by the layoffs. While talking to an American-Statesman she made the following statement.

We have treated all employees with respect. They all have been given appropriate packages and advanced notice. These things are very tough. People always wonder, ‘Did they treat them right?’ And we did. It’s unfortunate that they are losing their jobs, but it is based upon the fact that we’re always assessing our business.

Even though Samsung’s Exynos range of chipsets offer praiseworthy performance they usually come second to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon family in performance benchmarks. In plain language, current offerings from Qualcomm provide better performance with lower power consumption which is vital to prolonging battery backup in smartphones.

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Patrick Moorhead, an industry analyst said that Samsung has licensed some intellectual property from Arm Holdings which could be put to use in upcoming chips from the South Korean company.

Noteworthy, while Samsung will no longer develop its own custom core’s, it will continue to manufacture chips under the Exynos brand which will be comprised of CPU cores that are developed by ARM. Accordingly, it is possible that the upcoming Exynos 9830 will be comprised of four Cortex-A77 cores high-performance cores in addition to four high-efficiency cores.

Apparently, it is a well thought out decision from Samsung, who is the world’s biggest producer of smartphone screens, semiconductors and mobile phones. According to the company, it has invested $17 billion in its Austin campus until now which first started operations in the year 1977.

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Earlier this year, the U.S Commerce Department designated Huawei to a blacklist which restrained all American companies from having any sort of trade relations with the Chinese corporation. Several reports in the past have suggested that the ban could soon be uplifted but none of them has come to fruition.

Nevertheless, the Secretary of Commerce Department, Wilbur Ross recently told Bloomberg in an interview that special licenses allowing US companies to deal with Huawei would arrive “very shortly. The Commerce Department has received close to 260 requests from American corporations allowing them to re-establish trade relations with Huawei which is “more than we would’ve thought,” reported the U.S official.

While Ross didn’t state as to which U.S based companies had applied for licenses, it must be noted that not all of these corporations would be granted a license once the new standards of the Commerce Department are put into practice. One company that is highly likely to get this exception is Google, that leads the development of Android.

Following the blacklist entitlement, Huawei could not offer new phones with Google services including Play Store out of the box which has negatively impacted their sales. Therefore, a more permanent license could allow Google and Huawei to restore business like prior.

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On the other hand, the companies that are highly unlikely to get a license include Telecom providers. After all, it was Huawei’s networking equipment which led to the allegation of posing a security threat to the U.S. To recall, the U.S has accused Huawei of installing backdoors on its telecom equipment which could be used to steal sensitive user data. However, due to lack of sufficient evidence, the claims are yet to be proved.

Noteworthy, FCC has proposed banning telecom providers from using Huawei hardware. Furthermore, the ones that continue to use equipment made by the Chinese corporation will be exempted from Universal Service Fund money.

Stay tuned for future updates!

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When it comes to TWS earphones, the Apple AirPods are one of the most popular offerings in its segment. However, due to their steep price, several consumers tend to skip it. Having said that, if you are looking for a feature-laden TWS that won’t burn a hole in your wallet, you could consider the 360PlayBuds which cost Yuan 199 ($ 70).

To begin with, these draw a lot of inspiration from Apple AirPods. It has a white coloured oval-shaped carrying case with “360” branding on the front. The bottom of the case features a micro USB charging port and a multi-coloured LED light. It has a soft close flap which when lifted up reveals two independent wireless earbuds.

The 360PlayBuds have an ergonomic design which resembles the Apple AirPods, accordingly, it can be even be used for extended periods of time. Moreover, they have a thoughtful design and they don’t tend to slip out easily even when performing activities like running or working out.

As soon as the user pulls the 360Playbuds out of its case, the earbuds automatically enable Bluetooth discovery. The earphones also support auto-connect feature, therefore, it can automatically connect with the device that it was last paired with. 

The earbuds sport a multi-function button which when pressed once pause/resume the music or answer an incoming call. Clicking the button twice toggles the voice assistant i.e Google assistant in case of Android and Siri in case of an iOS device.

The sound quality of 360Playbuds is quite satisfactory, music is clear, the sound does not crackle at higher volumes. In terms of battery, it charging/carrying case features a 500 mAh powerhouse which is claimed to provide a battery backup of 20 hours in multiple charges. Exh headphone also has a built-in battery that is rated to 30 mAh.

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In terms of connectivity, 360Playbuds have Bluetooth 5.0 which provides for a stable connection. The earbuds can support an effective distance of upto 10 metres, without any obstruction between it and the user’s smartphone. 

Bluetooth headset is very convenient for our daily life, including wearing without wires, driving for commuting, one-handed operation to listen to the phone and using voice assistant, 360Playbuds mini size, plus the convenience of carrying this advantage, in my view Come, 360Playbuds is a qualified Bluetooth headset, enough for everyday listening to the songs to listen to the phone.

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On the 5th of November, Xiaomi will launch the Mi CC9 Pro which, as the name suggests, is a beefed-up variant of the Mi CC9 that was launched in Q3 of 2019. In order to build hype around the upcoming device, Xiaomi continuously keeps on teasing some of its features. Earlier today, the company has shared a bunch of teasers that exhibit details “breathing light” display function and a couple of other features.

Instead of incorporating a notification light, Xiaomi has come up with a thoughtful method to alert the user about notifications on the Mi CC9 Pro. The side of the upcoming smartphone’s AMOLED display will flicker when the device receives a phone call, message or any other type of notification. This is the feature that Xiaomi is referring to as “breathing light” display.

Xiaomi has revealed that the Mi CC9 Pro will pack a 1CC loudspeaker that is upto 2X loud in comparison to any of their previously launched offerings. Moreover, the device has been confirmed to 3.5 mm headphone jack that has slowly been disappearing on the latest high-end smartphones.

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Other features that the Mi CC9 Pro is confirmed to have include a curved Waterdrop notch AMOLED display, Penta rear camera setup with 108 MP main sensor, 32 MP selfie camera and 5260 mAh battery with 30 W fast charging support.

All in all, the Mi CC9 Pro seems like a worthy mid-range smartphone. In order to know its price and availability information, we will have to wait until the official launch which is nearing fast.

What do you think should be the fair price for the Mi CC9 Pro, considering all its features? Let us know in the comments below.

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On the 31st of October, three Chinese telecom operators announced the commercial availability of 5G services in the country. The following day i.e 1st of November, netizens who pre-booked a unit of one of the Huawei Mate 30 series 5G smartphones can make the final payment and start the delivery process. Surprisingly, users without a pre-order can also purchase a unit starting today.

To lure in customers, Huawei is giving away free Huawei Band 4e to the first 10,000 buyers. The prices of different variants are of the two flagships are as follows:

• Mate 30 5G (8 GB + 128 GB): Yuan 4,999 ($ 710)
• Mate 30 5G (8 GB + 256 GB): Yuan 5,499 ($ 780)
• Mate 30 Pro 5G (8 GB + 256 GB): Yuan 6,899 ($ 980)
• Mate 30 5G (8 GB + 512 GB): Yuan 7,899 ($ 1,120)

Huawei has also partnered with a number of Chinese banks through which consumers can buy either one of the Mate 30 series smartphones with 6 easy monthly instalments without additional fees. The list of these banks includes Agricultural Bank of China, China Merchants Bank, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, China Ping An, Guangfa Card, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, Bank of China, China Construction Bank, Shanghai Bank bank.

Users interested in checking out the full specifications of the Mate 30 5G and Mate 30 Pro 5G can do so by clicking the respective hyperlinked text in blue. To see the official listing on Vmall you can click the following links 1, 2.

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Late last month, Realme released a software update (version number RMX1901EX_11.A.09) for its mid-range Realme X which introduced the long-awaited Dark Mode and updated the security patch to October. However, due to a critical bug, the company has currently halted the rollout of this staged update. Apart from this, the company has also revealed the Android 10 rollout roadmap for its Realme X lineup of smartphones in China

According to Realme developers, they “have found a critical bug before the update reached more devices. As a consequence, the update has been put off temporarily.”. While some units have already received the latest update, the company has postponed the staged rollout until the bug has been fixed and the software is secure for the end consumers. Even though Realme has not provided a particular date, the update is expected to be started seeding once again in a couple of weeks.

Talking about the release of Android 10 based ColorOS, the Realme X and its Youth edition will be the first handsets to receive it in the Q1 of 2020. The Realme Q (rebranded Realme 5 Pro) that was launched in China in the month of September will also receive this variant of colour os in Q1 of 2020. Shockingly, the Realme X2 and Realme X2 Pro that pack superior features will receive the update in Q2 of 2020. Nevertheless, this rollout is meant for the Chinese region, and global rollout roadmap is yet to be revealed.

UP NEXT: Xiaomi teases Vlog function and vibrant cases of the Mi CC9 Pro ahead of launch

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As the launch date of the Mi CC9 Pro nears, Xiaomi continues to reveal more details about its latest photography centric smartphone. Ahead of it official announcement that will take place on the 5th of November, Xiaomi has unravelled that the device will support an intelligent Vlog edit function. Besides, it has revealed a couple of vibrant coloured protective cases which look elegant.

Talking about the Vlog function of the Mi CC9 Pro, the smartphone is capable of identifying vital bits in a long video which are trimmed and stitched together to make it more refined. Essentially, the handset can self edit videos. While Xiaomi is yet to explain the working of this feature, it is assumed to make use of AI (artificial intelligence). For reference, the video demonstrating the function has been shared above.

The official cases for the Mi CC9 Pro seem to be made out of soft silicone with a grippy texture. The cases feature precise cutouts for the Penta camera setup and quad-LED flash that the smartphone is already confirmed to have. In addition, the right side of the case also has a small Xiaomi branded tag that sticks out. Currently, the company has showcased two colour variants of the case which include Yellow and Black. However, it is expected to reveal other options as well, at the time of launch.

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To recall, the highlighting feature of the Mi CC9 Pro will be its Penta camera setup whose main sensor has an astounding resolution of 108 MP. The smartphone will be powered by a 5260 mAh battery that supports 30 W fast charging. It will sport a 6.47 inch AMOLED display which conceals the UD fingerprint sensor. In terms of chipset, it will pack the Snapdragon 730G SoC that is developed by Qualcomm.

The company has already revealed so many details about the Mi CC9 Pro, however, to learn to about its pricing and availability information, we will have to wait for the official launch on the 5th of November.

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Earlier this week, three major Chinese telecom providers announced commercial availability of 5G, in addition to publicising their voice and data plans. Speaking of 5G compatible smartphones, a total of 11 models have already been released in the country and several others will launch in the coming months.

Out of these 11 handsets, 5 are made by Huawei alone while the rest are made by 5 other manufacturers, namely Xiaomi, ZTE, Vivo, OPPO and Samsung. When it comes to 5G smartphones, Huawei is clearly well ahead of the competition but it doesn’t want to stop even now.

According to recently spotted list of smartphones which is believed to be the company’s internal documents, Huawei is about to launch three more 5G smartphones under its Honor sub-brand which include the Honor v30 5G, Honor V30 Pro 5G and Honor Magic 3 5G. It can be observed that some smartphones in this list that have already been launched are offered with both 5G and 4G compatibility which include the Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro.

In contrast, the list lacks 4G variants of three previously mentioned Honor branded smartphones which are supposed to launch in the coming months. It seems that Huawei might not even be bothered to launch 4G variants of these handsets.

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While we already have sufficient details about the V30 and V30 Pro, the Honor Magic 3 has appeared for the first time. Going by its name, it will be the successor of the Honor Magic 2 from 2018 that sports a sliding display.

Any details about Honor Magic 3’s specifications are deficient but similar to its predecessor, it is bound to be a flagship smartphone. Therefore, it can be assumed that the device will be equipped with the latest and greatest chipset from the company which is Kirin 990. Staple to high-end devices, it is destined to have features like a high screen-to-body ratio display, support for fast charging and worthy camera sensors.

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UP NEXT: Live images of the Mi TV 5 surface online ahead of November 5th launch

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Xiaomi is gearing for the launch of its latest premium TV which will be called the Mi TV 5. The device will be unveiled on the 5th of November in China alongside the Mi CC9 Pro and  Mi Watch. Ahead of the upcoming event, alleged images of the Mi TV 5 have been spotted on the Chinese social media site, Weibo.

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The side of the alleged Mi TV 5 carries “Designed By Xiaomi” branding which has not been seen on any other offering from the company. Going by the images, the TV looks impressively thin and the bezels encompassing the display are ultra-narrow. The body and stand of the Mi TV 5 seem to be made out of metal which gives it a classy overall look.

Besides, the company in recently shared official teaser revealed that the Xiaomi TV 5 series will be equipped with far-field voice technology. This means that the device will have the ability to accept voice-guided commands from a distance ranging from 1 to 10 m.

According to previously shared teasers, the Xiaomi TV 5 will be equipped with Amlogic T972 chip which consists of a quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU that is clocked at 1.9 GHz. In terms of memory and storage, the high-end TV will be equipped with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of inbuilt storage. Xiaomi claims that the TVs hardware is capable of smoothly playing 8K video which is a notable feature.

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The Xiaomi Mi TV 5 will be equipped with a 55-inch 4K quantum dot panel which is capable of producing high-quality images and video. The display panel is claimed to offer a large gamut by using pure spectral primary colours. Especially, the NTSC colour gamut can reach 108%.

Conclusively, we won’t have to wait for long in order to confirm the leak and gain full details of the Mi TV 5 including its price, as its launch date is approaching fast.

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World of Warcraft aka WoW is one of the most popular online role-playing video game which was released in the year 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment. Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi had previously launched the Redmi Note 8 Pro WoW edition which flew off the shelves. Now, the company has introduced a World of Warcraft 3D book which is offered on a crowdfunding platform at a price of Yuan 229 ($ 33).

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At the time of writing this article, the 3D book has been pre-ordered by close to 4,000 netizens. The crowdfunding amount has already surpassed 1.25 million which is close to 3.7x in comparison to the original target. The book is offered in two variants which include tribal and alliance, while their book box is different with a disparate logo, the content in both variants is the same.

As the word “3D” suggests, the book feature origami styled structures which can collapse or expand as the readers turn its pages. The book contains a total of 46 pages, each of which, commemorates a classic scene in the World of Warcraft. Likewise, in the year 2018, Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Guide to Hogwarts 3D book was launched which was well received by enthusiasts.

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The game is originally available in the English language, but this variant of the 3D book has been translated to Chinese which was derived from the copy that was produced by Blizzard Entertainment. 

The pages of the book can expand as much as 1 square meter which provides the reader with a life-like experience. The book also contains 5 exclusive camp tokens which pay homage to the legendary game.

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On the 24th of September, Xiaomi unveiled the Mi 9 Pro 5G, Mi MIX Alpha and MIUI 11. Besides, it also unveiled the 30W Wireless Fast Charger which will be available purchase via Xiaomi’s e-store starting tomorrow. In terms of pricing, the mobile accessory will be sold for 199 yuan which roughly translates to $28.

The 30W wireless charger has an ultra-quiet built-in fan and an air duct, both of which help in better heat dissipation and allow it to run smoothly even when charging at maximum load.

The base of the wireless charger is made out of Aluminum which features a tiny LED notification light, on the other hand, the angled stand against which the smartphone would rest is made out of plastic. Needless to say, due to its design, this wireless charger also doubles as a smartphone stand.

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Xiaomi’s 30 W wireless charger is based on Qi charging standard therefore, it is compatible with most phones that support wireless charging. Talking about charging speeds, this wireless charger can charge a Mi 9T Pro 5G that is powered 4000 mAh battery to 50% in just 25 minutes, whereas a full charge takes about 69 minutes.

Naturally, the charging speed will vary on different smartphones depending on their maximum supported fast charging. For example, Apple‘s latest flagship, the 11 Pro Max only supports 7.5 W of wireless fast charging and it will take considerably longer to replenish fully.

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Yesterday, Xiaomi released a list of smartphones that will be available for purchase at discounted prices during the Chinese Single’s Day aka Double Eleven sale which is held on the 11th of November each year. The company has recently announced that several of its TVs will also be offered at discount during the Single’s Day Sale. However, this sale will commence from the 1st of November 00:00 AM and will be held on JD.com

The Xiaomi TVs that will be sold at discounted prices starting tomorrow are listed below:

• Redmi TV 70-inch with 4K display: This TV sports ultra-narrow bezels with a glossy piano finish. It is equipped with Amlogic quad-core processor, has 2GB of RAM and 16GB inbuilt storage. The TV runs on Xiaomi’s in house developed PatchWall UI that supports voice-guided input. Its display supports HDR content and boasts of Dolby and DTS-HD audio decoding. During Double 11 sale it will be sold for 2,899 Yuan ($ 410)
• Mi TV 4X 43 inch: Similar to Redmi TV 70, it has ultra-narrow bezels with a glossy piano finish. The display panel has 1920*1080 pixel resolution and a refresh rate of 60 Hz. It is equipped with an ARM Multi-Core processor which clocked at 1.5GHz, with 1GB RAM and 8GB of ROM. It runs on PatchWall system has 2 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports, and 1 network port.
  
  During Double 11 sale it will be sold for 999 Yuan ($ 140)
• Mi TV 4A 70 inch: This TV was launched the month of September earlier this year. It is equipped with a 70 inch 4K display. It has 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM. The Mi TV 4A 70 runs on PatchWall UI has 3 HDMI interfaces and 2 USB interfaces with S / PDIF interface. JD.com is also offering a 5 year extended warranty on this product for just 200 Yuan, which one must consider if they plan to buy it. During Double 11 sale it will be sold for 2,999 Yuan ($ 245)
  
  

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• Mi TV 4X 55: The TV sports a 55 inch 4K LED display with 3840 × 2160 resolution and has a refresh rate of 60 Hz. It is equipped with 64-bit quad-core A53 CPU, Mali-450 GPU, 2GB of RAM and 8GB of inbuilt storage. It features two 8W loudspeakers which are Dolby certified. The Mi TV 4X 55 runs on Patch Wall UI, ships with a Bluetooth remote that supports voice input, has 3 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports and 1 network port.
  
  During Double 11 sale it will be sold for 1,399 Yuan ($ 198)
• Mi TV 4C 55: As the name suggests, it features a 55 inch display that has 4K UHD resolution. Its noteworthy features include HLG with HDR support, eye protection mode, audio and Dolby+DTS decoding technology, 6th generation image processing engine. It is equipped with Amlogic T962 4-core 64-bit processor, has 2GB of RAM, 8GB memory for eMMC 5.1 storage, Bluetooth 4.2, 802.11ac dual-band WiFi and voice command input support. During Double 11 sale it will be sold for 1,399 Yuan ($ 198)
  

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For the first time in the last two years, smartphones sales have returned to growth claims a report published by Strategy Analytics. In the Q3 of 2019, global smartphone sales hit the 366 million mark which is about 2% higher compared to the same quarter in yesteryear. While the overall sales have seen an upward trend only two companies were able to surpass their previous sales figures which include Samsung and Huawei.

Samsung shipped a total of 78.2 million smartphones worldwide in Q3 2019 which is about 8% higher percent in comparison to Q3 of 2018 when the company sold 72.3 million units. The South Korean company’s global market share has also grown from 20% to 21% YoY for the said time period. Worth highlighting, the devices that led Samsung’s sales to boost include the high-end Galaxy Note 10 lineup and the budget to mid-range focused Galaxy A lineup.

Chinese tech titan, Huawei managed to surprise everyone as its sales grew even after the U.S commerce department imposed a ban on it that prevents its handsets to ship with Google services. During the Q3 of 2018 and 2019, Huawei sales grew from 51.8 million to 66.7 million which is 29 % higher. Similar to Samsung, Huawei’s global market share also increased but at a much higher rate from 14% a year ago to 18% now.

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Surprisingly, the “much higher rate” would sound like an understated phrase if the global growth figures are compared to Chinese growth figures. In its home country, Huawei’s sales figure grew an astounding 66% YoY for the same time period. In the Q3 of 2018, Huawei sold 25 million units in China which grew to 41.5 million in the July to August quarter of 2019.

When the data from two reports are combined, it is revealed that Huawei’s global market except for its home country slumped 1.6 million units from 26.8 million units in the Q3 of 2018 to 25.2 million units in the Q3 of 2019. Even though Huawei’s overall sales did see an upward trend, we will have to wait and observe for how long can the company continue to thrive with sales boost only in its home country.

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Modern problems require modern solutions and one product that fits this criterion is Xiaomi‘s Clearfly portable clothes dryer which is currently available for pre-order on the Youpin crowdfunding platform. As the name suggests, the device is meant for drying clothes and is designed for people who travel a lot especially business professionals or parents that have toddlers. The product is comprised of several pieces which include an electrical drying unit, a door hanger and what looks a garment bag.

Xiaomi’s Clearfly portable clothes dryer is shipped with a carrying case and all its pieced when disassembled can fit into this pouch, making it easy to lug in a suitcase or trolley. When in the collapsed state, the product measures 23 x 20 x 13.5 cm whereas in the assembled state it measures 160 x 50 x 14.5 cm. Readers who are wondering about the added bulk it weighs 2.5 kg.

Following assembly, users can hang a hand washed or machine washed garment in the portable dryer and turn on the electrical drying unit which is rated to 600 W. This drying unit is more or less like an air heater which speeds up the water evaporation process. The portable dryer has a zipper on the front which is required to be sealed shut in order for the drying process to work properly. The top of the unit has a breathable mesh which allows the water to evaporate.

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The working of the device can be controlled via a smartphone application remotely and it comes with six built-in cloth categories that include over 50 different types of garments. In addition to drying an item of clothing, it leaves them wrinkle-free eliminating the need for ironing. While drying, the temperature of the air can reach upto 70-degree celsius which sterilises the garment, killing any bacteria or removing any odour.

As a safety measure, if temperatures during the process reach above operable conditions, the drying process is automatically paused and a notification is sent to the user’s smartphone. The Xiaomi Clearfly portable clothes dryer is priced at Yuan 299 ($ 42) and as previously mentioned it is available for pre-order on Youpin and the deliveries will start from the 9th of December.

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In recent times, Xiaomi has introduced a wide variety of products on its Youpin crowdfunding website some of which include the Mijia Induction Cooker S1 and Mijia Rearview Youth 1s dashcam. Now it has unveiled a smart pillow that offers features like a massager and stereo speakers.

The smart pillow is made out of 93% pure natural latex which is sourced from Thailand. The pillow is offered in two size options, one designed for men and the other for women. The men’s pillow is naturally bigger in size and it measures 60cm x 34cm x 7cm/11cm and weighs 1.2 kg. On the other hand, the smaller pillow that measures 60cm x 34cm x 5cm/8cm and weighs 1 kg.

The smart pillow from Xiaomi has a butterfly partition which simply means a slightly concaved region in the centre where the neck is supposed to rest. This region makes room for a heating pad and three pulse emitters which increase blood flow and alleviate stress.

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The heating pad can be set to 6 different temperatures that range between 38 and 53-degree celsius. The three black patches emit a low-frequency pulse of 1000 Hz which the company claims are harmless to the human body. These patches can be set to 15 different intensity controls and they offer two other modes apart from regular massage mode which includes kneading mode and acupuncture mode.

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As previously mentioned, Xiaomi’s smart pillow has two invisible stereo speakers, and the music is transmitted to the auditory nerve through the skull. The sleep gadget also has Bluetooth which is used to connect it to a smartphone (both Android and iOS). Moreover, it supports smart sleep monitoring, preset sleep aid packages, and automatic induction delay shutdown.

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The smart pillow is currently available for pre-order at a price Yuan 299 which roughly translates to $ 42. The deliveries of the product will commence on the 14th of December.

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Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi is bracing for the launch of its latest photography centric smartphone, the Mi CC9 Pro which will be unveiled on the 5th of November. Earlier today, Lei Jun, co-founder and chairman of Xioami has shared a couple of photographs on Weibo that was shot on the upcoming handset.

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The said images boast off an impressive macro performance that the Mi CC9 Pro will bring to the table. According to the accompanying text, the images were captured from as close as 1.5 cm and Xiaomi is referring to this as “Super Macro” mode. Out of the three images, two exhibit stamen and anther of a flower, while third exhibits couple of insects inside what looks like to be a flower.

Despite being held so close to the subject, the images are rich in detail. While this is just one aspect of the Mi CC9 Pro, the device is confirmed to feature a 108 MP main rear camera, making it the world’s first smartphone with this much high-resolution sensor.

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Recently, Lei Jun had also revealed another key feature of the upcoming handset which is a large 5260 mAh battery with 30W fast charging support. According to him, the company has optimised charging performance in such a manner that even their 30W technology is faster than 40W on some other handsets. With this charger, the large battery on the device can be fully replenished within just 65 minutes.

Other features that the device is already confirmed to have includes a curved OLED display with waterdrop notch that houses the selfie camera, Snapdragon 730G SoC and Penta rear camera setup.

As previously mentioned, the device is set to launch on the 5th of November, therefore we won’t have to wait for long to learn about its remaining features and price.

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Two weeks ahead of the Chinese single’s day sale which will take place on the 11th of November, Xiaomi has announced that several of its offerings will be sold at discounted prices on this day. The Chinese single’s day aka Double 11 is the biggest online and offline shopping festival in the country and it is comparable to the Black Friday sale in the U.S.

During the sale, Xiaomi will be offering a total of 6 smartphone models at special discounted price which includes the following:

• Mi CC9e 4GB + 128GB: Yuan 1,199 ($ 170)
• Mi CC9 6GB + 64GB: Yuan 1,499 ($ 210)
• Mi CC9 6GB + 128GB: Yuan 1,699 ($ 240)
• Mi CC9 Custom Mito Edition: Yuan 2,199 ($ 310)
• Mi 9 8GB + 256 GB: Yuan 2,699 ($ 380)
• Redmi 8A 4GB + 64 GB: Yuan 699 ($ 99)
• Redmi 8 3GB + 32 GB: Yuan 749 ($ 106)
• Redmi 7A 3GB + 32 GB: Yuan 549 ($ 78)

All the smartphones listed above will be available for purchase via Xiaomi’s online store, Tmall, JD.com and Suning Tesco official flagship store.

To recall, in the year 2018, Xiaomi managed to rack up over $500 million of sales on the Single’s day and this year it is presumed to surpass these figures. These numbers were constituted via the sales gathered at different e-retailers such as Alibaba, Aliexpress, Gearbest and company’s online store. As per one report, the Chinese electronics maker made over 4 billion yuan in sales ($575 million).

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Earlier today, Gizmochina reported that Xiaomi has introduced the Mijia Induction Cooker S1 in its home country, China. In addition, it has also launched a dashcam and smart mirror hybrid which is called the 70Mai Mijia Smart Rearview 1S Youth-edition.

The Mijia Smart RearView 1S Youth-edition is equipped with a 6.86-inch landscape display that has an HD resolution of 1280 x 480 px. The display panel supports 16.7 million colours which are comparable with modern-day smartphones.

The device looks similar to a conventional rearview mirror that is seen in most cars, however, as previously mentioned, it features a 1080p video camera mounted on the rear that can manually be adjusted to change its frame. Its main purpose is to record traffic in front of owners vehicle which can come in handy in case of a road accident.

The Mijia Smart RearView 1S Youth-edition does not have in-built storage but it features a card slot which can be used to insert a MicroSD card. Apart from being a conventional dashcam, its display can be used to play audio or video that is stored in the memory card. Besides, it can also be used to display maps for navigation or display weather details.

The key highlighting feature of the Mijia Smart Rearview 1S is handsfree voice-guided operation can be activated by saying “Hello Little Mai”. The clear advantage of having this feature is that the user can control most of the features without requiring to lift their hands from the steering wheel. 

After the vehicle is turned off, the rearview mirror automatically enters the parking monitoring mode and the acceleration sensor will continuously monitor the vehicle state. When an abnormality occurs, the recording is automatically uploaded to the cloud and the owner of the vehicle receives a push notification on their smartphone. Readers who are wondering, it has a built-in battery and supports 4G SIM which allows parking mode to function.

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While the device does not ship with a reverse camera, users have the option to buy one install by themselves. Following which the Mijia Smart Rearview 1S will also double up as a rearview display to aid parking. Moreover, the video output of this camera can be stored on the memory card as well.

With the help of Mijia App, the Smart Rearview 1S can be used to remotely operate smart home products like bedroom lights, sweeping robot, air purifier and smart wall socket. The car accessory carries a price tag of Yuan 799 ($ 115) and is available for purchase via Xiaomi’s e-store in China.

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Further expanding it diverse portfolio of products, Xiaomi has introduced an induction cooktop in its home country, China which is called the Mijia Induction Cooker S1. The newly launched appliance is a successor to the original Mijia Induction cooktop from 2017 which was well received by the consumers.

In terms of looks, the Mijia Induction Cooker C1 has a rectangular design which is different than its predecessor that had a round shape. Its surface is made out of 4 mm thick mirrored microcrystalline panel that can withstand temperatures as high as 500-degree celsius.

In comparison to similarly priced competitors that only have a single heating coil, Xiaomi’s offering has double-stacked heating coils which are claimed to heat the utensil evenly, resulting in a better overall cooking experience.

The Mijia Induction Cooker C1 is rated to 2100 w of power. It supports 7 different levels of heating and 6 different cooking modes. It features a large-size 7-leaf fan which can rapidly dissipate the heat generated from the coils via the bottom exhaust vents, prolonging its life. Xiaomi claims the induction cooktop can be used continuously for as long as 4 hours and which is how long some soups require to cook properly.

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The Mijia Induction Cooker C1 has a built-in five-fold safety protection system which includes a temperature sensor and a computer protection system. As soon as the device exceeds operable temperatures, power fed to the heating coils is automatically paused that safeguards it against any fire hazards.

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The induction cooktop is priced at 119 Yuan and it has been available for purchase via Xiaomi Mall starting 10 am on October 30 i.e earlier today.

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It is clear that the U.S is leaving no stone unturned to tarnish Huawei‘s reputation and making sure its offerings don’t reach customers. Last week, it was declared that FCC will soon vote on two proposals that revoke all American companies from having any sort of trade relations with ZTE and Huawei, both of which are Chinese corporations.

According to the official statement, the first proposal would fend off companies to receive money from FCC’s annual $ 8.5 billion Universal Service Fund, if they purchase equipment or services from Huawei or ZTE. The Universal Service Fund was set up in the the year 1997 and it allows telecom provideds to subsidise their services for low-income households.

On the other hand, the second proposal would require several rural wireless carriers to get rid of and replace equipment from ZTE or Huawei. The FCC will also asses the worth of equipment made by the two Chinese companies that is currently in use. Followed by financial assistance to help them migrate to alternatives.

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On the 29th of October, Huawei released a response statement which is as follows:

In 30 years of business, Huawei has never had a major security-related incident in the 170 countries we operate. Huawei is trusted by over two billion consumers, partners with many of the Fortune 500 businesses, and supplies more than 500 network operators around the world.

Banning specific vendors based on country origin will do nothing to protect America’s telecommunications networks. Today’s proposal, released by the FCC Chairman, only impacts the broadband providers in the most unserved or underserved rural areas of the United States. Such action will further widen the digital divide; slowing the pace of economic development without further securing the Nation’s telecommunications networks.

The FCC is aware of alternative measures that could solve both issues – continuing to enhance connectivity in those areas while actually improving the security of US networks – but Chairman Pai is choosing to also ignore what is considered best practices around the globe. Huawei remains open to engage with the US government and policy makers to find a productive solution to safeguard the US telecommunications system.

While their isn’t much Huawei can do about the situation, the recent statement exhibits a defensive stance. Lastly, only time will will what future holds for such Chinese corporations including ZTE and Huawei.

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Korean electronics giant, Samsung is currently the world’s largest smartphone brand. However, it is facing tough competition from Chinese smartphone makers like Huawei, Xiaomi and BBK electronics. In order to sustain the deluge of aggressively priced handsets originating from China, Samsung is relying on giving more orders to its ODM partners.

According to a Korea-based Newsis News Agency report, in the year 2020, about 60 million units or 20% of smartphone that Samsung is predicted to sell will be manufactured by its ODM partners in China. In comparison, ODM produced units sold by Samsung in the year 2019 will only be 30-40 million, about 10% of overall sales.

The Korean company started giving ODM orders to China-based Wingtech Group in September 2018 and expanded its outsourcing by adding Huaqin Telecom Technology as its new partner in July 2019, the report added.

What is an ODM?

An ODM (original design manufacturer) is a company that takes the original specifications of another company or individual and builds the design to the product specifications. ODMs make it possible for a company to get a product to market without having to completely design the hardware and without investing in production facilities.

The ODM supplies manufacturing capacity. The company that created the specification typically retains ownership of the design. Both the Samsung Galaxy A10s and Galaxy A10 are examples of ODM smartphones.

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While Samsung continues to flourish in the flagship smartphone segment, previously mentioned Chinese smartphone makers have been eating up Samsung’s market share in the budget segment at a rapid rate. Due to cut-throat competition, profit margins in the entry-level segment are considerably low in comparison to high-end devices, which is where Samsung would want to channelise most of its energy.

Having said that, these low profit returning smartphones make up a large percentage of overall sales and Samsung cannot skip on this segment completely. Subsequently, with ODM smartphones that would ideally require a limited amount of resources from Samsung, the company can continue to focus on premium devices which is where the profits are.

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Last week, Gizmochina reported that Sharp is working on a couple of tablet-like game consoles with magnetically attachable physical controls. Now, the company has patented a wide variety of foldable smartphones which once launched would take on the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Fold, Huawei Mate X and Royole Flexpai. The patent set includes five different devices, each of which, at least has one distinguishing feature.

The first device in the list has a clamshell design with negligible bezels. Dissimilar to the foldable smartphone that Sharp showcased earlier this year, this device lacks any obstruction causing notch which will provide for an immersive viewing experience. The hinge on the smartphone is present right in the middle which will allow it to shrink into a considerably smaller package. While the device lacks any camera sensors, it is expected to undergo some design changes ahead of its launch.

The second device looks very similar to the first one, however, it features a wide notch up top that accommodates the earpiece receiver. Unfortunately, the patent is not thoroughly detailed, therefore, it is hard to divulge whether the notch will be present on the front or rear side of such a smartphone.

The third device is clearly the most distinctive out of the bunch. It features a wide slot to insert a debit/credit card, accordingly, this handset could double up as a payment terminal. Even though this illustration seems similar to the first one accrediting to an edge-to-edge display, it is not the case. Unlike the first device, this one could fold both ways i.e inside and outside.

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At number four is a device that looks like a combination of a fitness band and smartphone. Due to its form factor, the user would be able to strap it around their wrist which seems to have a similar approach to previously launched Nubia Alpha. Besides, like the number two device, this handset also has a wide earpiece receiver up top. Going by the illustrations, the width of the band seems quite thick and Sharp will have to chisel some of its thickness before such a device could turn into a reality.

Lastly, Sharp has patented two other foldable smartphones that seem to have a focus on gaming. Both of the said devices look identical with a hinge that allows them to be folded into half. The first device has square corners, in contrast, the second one has rounded. The device looks identical to a Sony PSP or similar game consoles with a landscape display that is flanked by controls on either side. But, in this case, the controls are on-screen rather than physical buttons.

To wrap things up, Sharp with the investment it has received from Foxconn seems to be working towards diversifying its portfolio of products, beyond manufacturing display panels for TVs and Smartphones. Having said that, we cannot predict if any of these devices will see the light of the day or not. Let’s keep our fingers crossed and hope Sharp brings at least one of these devices to life.

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In the Q1 of 2019, Samsung took covers off its first foldable smartphone which is called the Galaxy Fold. Soon after its launch, the device was surrounded by controversy, as units received by some of the early reviewers started failing within just hours of usage. Nonetheless, Samsung has reiterated its design slightly which seems to have fixed the problem.

While the updated Galaxy Fold has already been available for purchase in several countries which include South Korea, the USA and India, according to internal sources, the company has decided to launch the distinctive device in the Chinese market on November 8 at a price of 14,999 yuan ($ 2,120). Samsung has reportedly sold 500,000 units of this smartphone so far and it is expected to run out of stock soon after its launch in China.

To recall, the Samsung Galaxy Fold features two displays, out of which, the main cover display measures 4.6 inch while the second 7.3 inch Dynamic AMOLED foldable panel is present on the inside.

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The Galaxy Fold features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa-core CPU and Andreno 640 GPU. In terms of storage, it has 12GB of RAM and 512GB of onboard storage. The device is powered by 2 batteries with a total rated capacity of 4,380mAh. In addition to fast wired charging, it also supports wireless charging.

The Galaxy Fold has a total of six cameras. The triple rear camera setup consists of a 16MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide sensor with a 12MP, f/1.5-2.4 sensor and a 12MP, f/2.4 telephoto sensor. The selfie camera present on the front has a resolution of 10 MP. The two remaining sensors are placed above the foldable display and have a resolution of 10 MP and 8 MP.

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Earlier this week, Xiaomi confirmed that it will launch the Mi CC9 Pro and its very first Wear OS-powered smartwatch on the 5th of November. While the company had previously revealed some of its key features, details about its chipset were unavailable until now. According to a freshly shared teaser on Weibo, the device will be equipped with Snapdragon 3100 SoC which is designed and developed by the American chipmaker, Qualcomm.

According to the product page on the company’s website, the Snapdragon Wear 3100 consists of a 4x ARM Cortex A7, 32 bit Quad-core CPU which is clocked at 1.2 GHz and Adreno 304 GPU.

While Xiaomi had already confirmed its smartwatch will support NFC, the chipset’s spec sheet reveals it is equipped with Bluetooth 4.2 and low power 802.11n Wi-Fi and GPS which are destined to make their way on the upcoming wearable.

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To recall its previously confirmed features, the Xiaomi smartwatch will have eSIM card support, loudspeaker, a large battery and a linear motor for providing haptic feedback. All in all, the device seems like a worthy entrant in the smart wearable market and if Xiaomi manages to offer it’s at an aggressive price, it could become one of the best selling wearables like the Mi Band 4.

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After numerous leaks, Apple has finally launched the long-awaited AirPods Pro that supports active noise cancellation. Not even 24 hours have passed since their official unveiling and Chinese replicas have already started appearing. One such example is the Vpods Pro that is available for purchase on Giztop.

In comparison to the original AirPods Pro that is priced at $249, the Vpods Pro is much more affordable at just $39.99. They have an in-ear style design with silicone buds and an elongated stem that accommodates two charging pin connectors. The charging/resting case features a soft close flap and three LED indicators that represent their remaining charge.

While these don’t look exactly identical to the originals, we know where the name was derived from. Despite having a disparate design, naming it this way would allow them to stand apart from the bunch which would ideally result in sales boost.

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Having said that, according to a known tipster, the production of exact replicas of the AirPods Pro has also started in China and they will soon be available for purchase. The tweet shared above exhibits a pair of TWS that is made out of white plastic and looks homogenous to the latest audio accessory from Apple.

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In the past, Chinese manufacturers have managed to replicate AirPods that not only look precisely like the originals but they also support the quick connect feature despite lack of an Apple certified H1 chip. It will be interesting to see, to what extent can the AirPods Pro be replicated. Will, they also support ANC (active noise cancellation) which is the key highlighting feature of the originals.

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To get answers to all these questions and learn about their price, we will have to wait until they are listed on sites like Aliexpress or Youtube videos surface.

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COWAROBOT, maker of the world’s first robotic suitcase that follows the user in collaboration with Xiaomi has launched their latest variant. It is offered on the Youpin crowdfunding platform which is run by Xiaomi. The suitcase is available for purchase at a special price of Yuan 1999 ($ 280) and surprisingly the seller has already overachieved the goal by 435% with 13 days still remaining.

In terms of design, the COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase looks similar to most modern trolley cases as it has a hard plastic shell, four wheels that can rotate 360 degrees and a telescopic handle that can be used to manoeuvre it manually. The unit measures 555 x 384 x 220 mm and it weighs 4.5 kg (excluding the luggage). It has a height of 20 inches and a holding capacity of 31 litres.

The handle of COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase features a video camera which with the help of computer vision can be used to locate the owner. The suitcase features an in-house developed chip which with the help of AI and video camera can avoid obstacles which in this case would be fellow commuters or stationary objects.

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The COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase features 4 variable speed motors which are built into the wheels that drive the whole unit. It is powered by a 92 Wh battery which is claimed to last for as long as 20 Kms. Interestingly, the company has made use of a modular power bank which can be detached from its main body to replenish its charge. The battery bank weighs 500 grams and it can be full recharged in 5 hours. If needed, users can also recharge their smartphones with this power bank as it features a standard USB A port.

The front of the electric luggage has an elongated LED indicator which changes colour to display its status. Flashing Red LED means low battery, Blue LED indicates connected and Purple LED means that the unit is restarting. To keep its contents secure, it features a 3 digit TSA lock that can be set to 999 different combinations.

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The COWAROBOT intelligent travel suitcase can connect to the user’s smartphone via Wi-Fi that can display details like remaining battery charge. If the signal is lost and the luggage is disconnected, users would receive a notification on their smarpthone so they can look for it. Another highlighting feature of the trolley case is its waterproof zipper which safeguards the content held within against unexpected rainfall or splashes from vehicles when used on an automotive road.

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Xiaomi along with another Chinese manufacturer named Momoda has developed an affordable massage chair which is currently available on the former’s crowdfunding website Youpin. Like most other offerings from Xiaomi, the latest massage chair carries an aggressive price tag and is offered for 2799 Yuan ($ 400).

The massage chair from Xiaomi measures 1250 x 980 x 630 mm and weighs 42 kg. According to the company, the product has been designed thoughtfully and its recline feature can work even if it is placed next to a wall. Consequently, it helps in saving space and user’s don’t need to move it every time it is used.

The massage chair is covered with soft PU leather which conceals all its inner moving parts. The chair can be used to massage three areas of the body which include legs, lower back and neck/shoulder area. The leg massager has a total of 12 airbags which can compress and decompress to boost blood flow and alleviate stiffness in both calves and feet.

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The waist region has four heating pads which are turned on alternatively at intervals of 1 minute that once again helps in increasing the blood flow. The neck and shoulder massager makes use of 6 roller wheels which mimics the hand movements of a massage therapist. The internal arms holding these rollers can be extended or retracted to accommodate users of different height, ranging from 150 cm to 190 cm.

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All the options and features on the massage chair can be operated via a centralised control unit which is placed where the right arm of the user would rest. It is offered in two colour options which include Light Brown and Light Grey.

Surprisingly, Xiaomi’s original crowdfunding goal has already been achieved over 9 folds and 15 days are still left in the campaign. Even though the massage chair is currently offered in China, the company could consider bringing to other regions if the demand persists.

What are your thoughts on Xiaomi’s latest offering? Would you be interested in buying a massage chair similar to this? Let us know in the comments below.

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AnTuTu benchmark aka Ann Bunny in China has recently published the list of features that are most preferred in a smartphone by Chinese consumers in the Q3 of 2019. The data in the report has been derived from smartphones that have installed and at least once ran the benchmarking software on their devices.

To begin with, 88.5% of all smartphones have a display equal to or larger than 6 inch. Most number of handsets have a 6.4-inch display that accounts for 39.7%, followed by 6.3 inches and 6 inch that account for 12.1% and 9.2% respectively. In terms of screen resolution, 1080×2340 ranked first with 58.3%, followed by 1080×2160 and 1080×1920, accounting for 8.8% and 8.6% respectively.

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When it comes to the number of CPU cores, 97% of the devices are equipped with an Octa-Core chipset. In comparison,quad-core CPUs are found in just 2.2% and 10 core CPUs are found in 0.5% devices. In terms of memory, 6 GB, 8 GB and 4 GB options are the most popular which accounts for 41.4%, 38.2% and 12.9% respectively.

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Talking about built-in storage, devices with 128GB memory top the list found on 59% of all devices, 64GB ranked second, accounting for 23.8% and 256GB accounting for 12.9% of all devices, ranking third. Lastly, when it comes to the operating system, most Chinese smart devices in the Q3 of 2019 run Android 9 Pie which was released last year.

To recall, these figures were only gathered from units that have run the AnTuTu benchmark at least once. Therefore, these cannot be used to determine exact numbers which are likely to vary to some extent.

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TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) is the world’s largest dedicated independent semiconductor foundry. To get an idea of its expanse, TSMC is the one that is commissioned to manufacture three of the best mobile chipsets of 2019 which include Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, Apple A13 Bionic and Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 990. While all three of these chipsets are manufactured using a 7 nm process, according to past reports, the independent foundry has already completed risk productions with 5 nm process.

To put it simply, lower the process number, the higher the number of transistors inside a chip. Correspondingly, the more transistors inside a chip, the more powerful and energy-efficient it is. For example, the Kirin 990 that features an embedded 5G modem packs an astounding 10.3 billion transistors.

This process number “nm” which is short for nanometers has been shrinking for decades. Back in the 1960s, Intel co-founder Gordon Moore observed that the number of transistors inside chips doubled every year. However, in the following decade, it was observed that the number of transistors inside these components would double every other year and since then it has been referred to as “Moore’s law”.

Some experts in the past have assumed that the 5 nm node will be the end of Moore’s law. Transistors smaller than 7 nm were previously reported to face an obstacle known as quantum tunneling through the gate oxide layer, however, this does not seem to be the case. Not only has TSMC successfully completed risk production of 5 nm chips, but it is reported to have started working on fabrication facilities that can churn out 3 nm chips and will be ready by 2023.

The TSMC facility will cover over 74 acres of land in southern Taiwan’s Science and Technology Park which will reportedly incur $19.5 billion to build. In addition to TSMC, Samsung, which is one of the biggest microchips manufacturers is also gearing to make chips with a 3 nm node. However, Samsung’s facility will reportedly be operational during the 2021-2022 time frame.

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Having said that transistor density on Samsung chips won’t be as high as TSMC’s 3 nm process. This means that Samsung made microchips at that node won’t pack as many transistors into a small space as TSMC’s.

Talking about the current scenario, Qualcomm’s upcoming chip, the Snapdragon 865 which is expected to debut in the following months will be made using the 7 nm process. While its successor, the Snapdragon 875 and Apple’s A14, both of which will launch next year will be made using 5 nm process.

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Korean electronics giant, Samsung often files a wide variety of patents with trademarks and patent houses across the globe. Even though not all devices or technologies in these patents come to fruition, they do provide us a glimpse about the company’s future offerings. Not long ago, the company patented a couple of foldable smartphone (1, 2) which could succeed it’s first foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold.

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On April 4, 2019, the company filed a patent for a unique smartphone accessory with The Hague International Design System which was published earlier this month. The said patent exhibits a total of 6 images which reveal that the accessory happens to be a smartphone case. Funnily enough, it has two human-like ears that are attached to its either side.

Unfortunately, the text attached along the patent does not reveal many details about the purpose of the case. However, going by its overall shape and a hole in each ear, it could help in evenly spreading audio output from a smartphone’s stereo speaker. The benefit of such an accessory is that it will allow to fill a large space with audio rather than firing it towards just one person who is holding the smartphone.

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While the case does not have a extendable design which would allow smartphones of different length to be compatible with it, it does have a safety mechamism that elongates vertically to secure the device in its place.

As of now, it cannot be predicted whether Samsung plans to launch such a smartphone case or not. Until more details are revealed, we would recommend taking this patent with a grain of salt.

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Earlier this month, Chinese smartphone maker, Oppo launched its latest flagship smartphone in its home country. Dubbed the Oppo Reno Ace, its highlighting features include 65W fast charging support, Snapdragon 855+ chipset and a 90 Hz 6.5 inch AMOLED display.

In addition to the standard device, the company also lifted covers off its “Gundam Edition” variant and Unicorn Gamepad C1, both of which will be available for purchase starting 11th November. However, their reservations have already started. The Chinese manufacturer has now registered the required trademark in Europe and the UK for these devices which suggests they will soon launch in these regions.

The Gamepad C1 Unicorn makes use of Bluetooth 5.0 to connect to the smartphone. As the images exhibit, it features a four-way joystick, four circular buttons and two shoulder buttons. The gaming accessory has an extendable design and it is capable of accommodating smartphones ranging between 110 and 160 mm in length.

The Gamepad C1 Unicorn from Oppo has a textured region for holding the phone which will prevent the device’s glass back from getting scratched. Another highlighting feature of the gamepad is it built-in 4D linear vibration motor which will provide for an immersive gaming experience by giving haptic feedback.

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The controller, at the time of launch, will only be compatible with the Oppo Reno Ace but more Oppo models will be added in the future. Surprisingly, it also supports iOS 10 or higher, therefore, iPhone owners can also experience a similar gaming experience. The compatibility for Android devices except for Oppo will also be extended soon.

The Gamepad C1 Unicorn supports has quick charge mode, due to which, 5 minutes of charging can provide upto 3 hours of gaming time. To fully replenish the built-in battery, it will take 3 hours with 40 hours of playtime. As previously mentioned, it will be available for purchase starting 11 November at a price of Yuan 300.

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