Lenovo launches Legion Y700 Gaming Tablet, features 8.8 inch 120Hz display & SD870

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Feb 28, 2022

Lenovo has just launched a highly anticipated gaming smartphone in China. It is the Legion Y90, which features top notch specifications and features. The company is known for its Legion series of gaming laptops and now, it has announced a high end gaming phone. So let’s have a look.

Design & Display

Being a gaming smartphone, the Chinese brand placed an emphasis on offering a robust cooling mechanism to ensure that the device performs at an optimum level for longer periods of time. Under the hood, the Legion Y90 features over 1600mm² of heat dissipation material not including the 3520mm² large VC cooling plate and its dual fans that feature a fin design for better in take of air for improved cooling. The rear features a very unique look, with its iconic “Y” Legion branding camera module in the center.

This oval shaped island module is raised and even has RGB lighting as well on its logo. It also houses vent cutouts that lead to the two physical fans. Other notable gaming feature is the four shoulder mounted buttons that are also customizable. Arriving at the front, it sports a 6.92 inch E4 AMOLED display that features HDR10+ support, 2460×1080 pixels resolution, and a high refresh rate of 144Hz and 720Hz touch sampling rate, which would be handy for mobile players playing competitive titles like PUBG Mobile. The front has a noticeable chin and notch but negligible bezels on the sides. This panel also supports HDR10+

Specifications & Features

The Lenovo Legion Y90 gaming smartphone arrives with Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen1 SoC. This is coupled with 18GB of RAM (supports 4GB virtual RAM expansion) and up to 512GB of internal storage. Notably, the top end model even features 128GB of SSD storage as well, which forms a RAID 0 system with the UFS 3.1 storage for improved memory read and write speeds. The rear camera module comprises of a dual camera setup, including a 64 megapixel primary sensor and a 13 megapixel ultra wide angle lens.

On the other hand, the front features a lone 16 megapixel selfie shooter. The device is powered by a large 5,600mAh battery pack that supports up to 68W fast charging. This enables the smartphone to be fully charged in just 38 minutes. Other features include OTG support, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth v5.2, and two USB Type C ports.

Pricing & Availability

The Legion Y90 will be available in three storage configurations, so here are there pricing:

12GB + 256GB – 3,999 Yuan (roughly 633 US Dollars)
16GB + 256GB – 4,299 Yuan (roughly 681 US Dollars)
18GB + 640GB – 4,999 Yuan (roughly 792 US Dollars)

The Legion Y90 will be officially launched in China on March 10.

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Huawei Mate 40E Pro 5G powered by Kirin 9000L SoC goes on sale for 6,700 yuan ($1,062)

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Feb 28, 2022

Huawei has announced a few new products at the Mobile World Congress, including new laptops in the MateBook lineup. Along with that, the company has also launched a smartphone under the Mate lineup in China, dubbed Huawei Mate 40E Pro 5G.

It is being offered in three color options — Black, White, and Mithril. The device packs 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage and costs 6,700 yuan, which is approximately $1,062.

The smartphone features a 7.76-inch OLED Full HD+ display with a screen resolution of 2772 x 1344 pixels, DCI-P3 wide color gamut, 90Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate. It has a pill-shaped cutout in the top-left corner of the screen.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the company’s own Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 9000L chipset. It is manufactured using the 5nm process node and includes one Cortex-A77 at 3.13GHz, two Cortex-A77 at 2.54GHz, and three Cortex-A55 at 2.05GHz.

In the camera department, the smartphone features a triple-camera setup on the back that includes a 50-megapixel super-sensing wide-angle lens with f/1.9 aperture, a 20-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with f/1.8 aperture, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with f/3.4 aperture. On the front side, the device has a 13-megapixel super-sensing wide-angle camera and a 3D depth camera.

The Huawei Mate 40E Pro 5G is running the company’s own HarmonyOS 2.0 operating system with several new smart features for an inter-connected devices user experience. It is powered by a 4,400mAh battery with support for 66W super-fast charging.

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Sony Xperia 1 IV renders reveal design, 6.5-inch display & more

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Feb 28, 2022

Sony‘s smartphone division has recently become active again as news surfaced last week that the company is working on the Xperia 5 IV smartphone. And now, renders of the Sony Xperia 1 IV have been revealed by a renowned tipster.

According to a GizNext report, tipster @OnLeaks has released the renders of Sony’s next-gen smartphone in the Xperia 1 lineup of devices.

SONY XPERIA 1 IV render

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According to these renders, the upcoming smartphone will feature a similar design language to the current Xperia 1 III with a flat edge, almost box-like design. The tipster reveals that the smartphone will have 164.7 x 70.8 x 8.3mm dimensions and a total thickness of 9.5mm including the camera bump.

The front of the device will feature a flat-screen 6.5-inch display which will have a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera placed a bit left to the center. Coming to the back of the device, we can observe a triple camera setup which is said to feature one telescopic sensor. Information about the other two sensors remains under wraps. The camera module also houses an LED flash between the second and third cameras.

The bottom of the device packs a SIM card tray along with the USB Type-C port. The left edge of the Xperia 1 IV has been left smooth while the right edge houses the volume rocker, power, and a dedicated shutter key. It is worth noting that this time around, Sony might not provide the dedicated Google Assistant key which is present in its current-gen model. That aside, the smartphone appears to have a side-mounted fingerprint reader embedded in the power button.

The majority of specs and features of the smartphone are still not available yet, however, we are sure to see more leaks about the upcoming Sony Xperia 1 IV in the near future, so stay tuned.

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Redmi Note 11E Pro tipped earlier is no different than the Note 11 Pro 5G

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Feb 28, 2022

The Redmi Note lineup has grown to be one of the most confusing series to date for us and buyers alike. With a slew of models that change names as they see fit depending on the region, it’s no wonder that they’re tough to follow. Its eleventh iteration made its debut last year in China and as if four models weren’t enough already, they’ll soon be joined by yet another.

The Redmi Note 11E Pro first made an appearance on Google Play Console, revealing its codename ‘veux,’ which is the same as the one that the global Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G carries. Fast forward to now, and notable industry insider Digital Chat Station with a post on Weibo has revealed a few specifications of the phone, confirming that the Redmi Note 11E Pro and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G are indeed identical. The only difference is that the Redmi Note 11E Pro is a China-exclusive.

The soon-to-launch phone has been revealed to feature the Snapdragon 695 chip, have a 6.67″ FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, and pack a 5000mAh battery with 67W charging support. Its main camera, just like its global version will be a 108MP sensor.

Redmi Note 11E Pro / Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Color variants have been tipped to be “monologue/mysterious black realm/night sea glaze” and the price is expected to be around 1,699 Yuan for the 6GB+128GB variant, which is slightly cheaper than the global variant as expected.

The tipster hadn’t shared any specifics but said that the Redmi Note 11E Pro is set to launch quite soon in China.

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OPPO Reno3 Pro 5G series, Reno3 Vitality, K7 ColorOS 12 beta recruitment starts

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Feb 28, 2022

OPPO has upped its software update game significantly of late and was actually one of the first OEMs to release Android 12 for some of its devices, joining the likes of Samsung and Google. While most of its premium eligible models have already been upgraded to the update, it’s now the turn for older mid-rangers to get treated.

With multiple posts on its community forums, the company today announced the commencement of ColorOS 12 x Android 12 update public beta recruitment for the Reno3 Pro 5G series, Reno3 Vitality Edition, and the OPPO K7.

All of these models were launched back in 2020 with ColorOS 7 based on Android 10, making it highly likely that ColorOS 12 is the last major upgrade for them.

The recruitment program for the aforementioned phones starts today and will last until March 1st. Of course, slots will be limited, so you’d want to hurry.

OPPO Reno3 Pro 5G series

Region: China
Required Firmware: C.13, C.14

OPPO Reno3 Vitality Edition

Region: China
Required Firmware: C.11, C.12

OPPO K7

Region: China
Required Firmware: C.11, C.12

Interested users on the required firmware can enroll in the ColorOS 12 beta initiative by heading over to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Apply for Beta Version > Update Beta Version and following the on-screen instructions. Selected applicants will receive the beta software via OTA, while others can try their luck during the next batch of recruitment.

As far as stable release is concerned, OPPO is yet to reveal details, but it shouldn’t tale much longer now.

Do keep in mind here that the recruitment is limited to China as of now so you’d want to wait for the global one to start if you reside out of the country.

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realme GT2 Pro, GT2 launched globally with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 888 chips

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Feb 28, 2022

Following an announcement about the event over a week back, the realme GT2 Series was launched today globally. Comprised of the realme GT2 and realme GT2 Pro, the prime focus of the series looks to be performance, with both models coming with two of the most powerful chipsets from Qualcomm to date. The environment is another point of focus this time and both models feature an “innovative bio-based design” for the rear cover.

realme GT2 Pro price & specifications

The realme GT2 Pro is without a doubt a flagship offering and this gets pretty clear when you look at its top-of-the-line specs. You get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor under the hood, complemented by up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.

The display is a 6.7″ AMOLED panel with a WQHD+ 1440×3216 resolution and support for 120Hz variable refresh rate (1-120Hz). Its touch sampling rate can reach 1000Hz and its peak brightness reaches 1400nits.

For photography, you get a triple-lens setup at the rear comprised of a Sony IMX766 50MP OIS main camera, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 40x microscope lens. Upfront, there’s the 32MP Sony IMX615 for selfies.

The phone’s battery is sized 5,000mAh with 65W charging support, promising a full charge in just 33 minutes.

Following are the variants and pricing for the realme GT2 Pro:

8GB+128GB: EUR 749
12GB+256GB: EUR 849

Early birds can get the phone at a EUR 100 discount. Color variants are Paper White, Paper Green, Steel Black, Titanium Blue.

realme GT2 price & specifications

The realme GT2 is more of a ‘flagship-killer’ than an actual flagship but comes with just as compelling specs as its Pro sibling. Both devices feature very similar designs but the realme GT2 ditches the GT2 Pro’s metal frame in favor of a plastic one.

Under the hood, you get the Snapdragon 888 chip, supported by up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Its display is sized 6.62″ and is a 120Hz AMOLED panel with an FHD+ resolution.

For photography, you get the Sony IMX766 50MP OIS main camera once again, which is joined by a 119° ultrawide lens and a macro lens. The front camera is the 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor.

The device’s battery is sized 5,000mAh with 65W charging support, promising a full charge in just 33 minutes.

Following are the variants and pricing for the realme GT2:

8GB+128GB: EUR 549
12GB+256GB: EUR 599

Early birds can get the phone at a EUR 100 discount. Color variants are Paper White, Paper Green, Steel Black, Titanium Blue.

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Samsung leads LATAM smartphone market in 2021 despite supply shortages: Report

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Feb 28, 2022

A new report has just revealed interesting information related to the LATAM (Latin American) smartphone market for the year 2021. In the region, Samsung took the throne with the highest market share and a notable growth year on year.

According to Counterpoint Research, the LATAM smartphone market saw an overall growth of 13.4 percent last year over 2020. Although, this figure was still 9 percent lower than that of 2019. As per Principal Analyst Tina Lu, “Most LATAM countries saw YoY growth driven by Chinese brands entering the region and increasing competition. But Brazil’s TAM decreased YoY. With local manufacturing/assembly representing more than 80% of its smartphone volume, Brazil felt the full impact of component shortages.”

During 2021, most brands saw growth in sales volume, but some companies saw higher growths. Samsung lead the market in 2021 and even in the fourth quarter as well. It was the leader in a number of nations, except, Argentina and Mexico. The South Korean tech giant managed to see a strong performance in Latin America despite suffering from supply shortages. Meanwhile, Motorola came second, leading in Argentina and Mexico, and seeing an impressive 39 percent growth year on year as well.

Furthermore, LG’s departure from the smartphone market also left a void in the market, especially in the entry level segment. So brands competed intensely to take advantage of LG exiting the segment. With more and more Chinese brands enter the region, the competition is also rising, so it remains to be seen how they shake up the market in the coming quarters.

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OPPO Ace2 gets Android 12-based ColorOS 12 stable update

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Feb 28, 2022

Before New Year, OPPO kickstarted the ColorOS 12 beta program for the OPPO Ace2. Two months later, the company has finally started rolling out the stable update for this smartphone. It is the last OPPO phone to bag Android 12 stable update in February.

According to an official announcement post on OPPO Community, OPPO has begun to seed ColorOS 12 stable update based on Android 12 for OPPO Ace2 in its home country China. The latest software update is available for both the regular variant and the EVA Limited Edition.

In order to receive the update, users should be on firmware version C.20 or above. Most importantly, it is currently only available for those who want to try out the new software before everyone else. It will be made available for everyone via OTA in the coming days.

In order to receive the update, interested users need to go to Settings > Software Update > Gear Icon > Upgrade Early Adopters > Official Version Application > Agree to Privacy Policy > Apply Now > Check for Updates. Once the update is detected, download and install it.

This process will not wipe the device’s internal storage. However, the brand still recommends backing up the data.

The Android 12-based ColorOS is the second and last major software update for OPPO Ace2. It will only receive necessary security updates going forward.

Global variant of Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G appears on Google Play Console

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Feb 28, 2022

The Redmi Note 11 series for China was unveiled in October. The ‘Pro’ models made their way to India as Xiaomi 11i series. The Pro+ is expected to release in select international markets with its original branding. This is going to finally happen as the device markets its appearance on Google Play Console.

Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus review 10 — Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

The ‘Global’ variant of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G codenamed ‘pissaropro’ with model number 21091116UG has been spotted on Google Play Console. According to the listing, the smartphone will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC paired with 8GB RAM.

It will flaunt an FHD+ display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. Finally, it will ship with outdated Android 11.

Since the handset is expected to be the same as the original Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G from China and Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge from India, it will most likely feature an identical set of specifications.

Hence, the ‘Global’ variant of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G will come with features such as a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 108MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, IR blaster, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, MIUI 12.5, 4,500mAh battery, and 120W fast charging.

The global wing of Xiaomi is yet to announce the launch date for Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G.

Google launches its Play Pass game service in India, Here are the prices

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Feb 28, 2022

Google has just launched a new service in India. It is the new Play Pass that was announced for mobile gamers that use Android smartphones. This service was first rolled out in the US back in 2019, and has been released in India earlier today (28th February 2022).

For those unaware, the Search Engine giant’s Play Pass is a subscription based service for mobile games, which is similar to Apple Arcade. Although, rather than providing numerous games for the platform, the company is giving plenty of pre-existing popular games that buyers can download and play. Since it is basically a game pass, subscribers will gain access to games that are usually locked behind a paywall.

In other words, you can get many paid games for free with this service. However, the service isn’t limited to just games and also offers other premium applications as well. At the moment, the Indian model of Play Pass offers over 1000 titles across 41 different categories from developers from 59 countries. Play Pass will enable Indian developers to launch their apps and games through this service to a global audience.

As of right now, Google Play Pass is being launched in India with three different plans. The first one is 1 month free trial for all users, but users will have to pay 99 INR (roughly 1.3 US Dollars) per month to continue the service. The brand is also offering an annual Play Pass as well, which costs 889 INR (roughly 1.3 US Dollars). Prospective buyers can even consider a prepaid one month subscription for 109 INR (roughly 1.4 US Dollars). The service is compatible with smartphone that run Android 4.4 or above.

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MediaTek Dimensity 8100 launch date officially announced, chip is in Snapdragon 888’s league

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Feb 28, 2022

MediaTek announced through its official Weibo account that a new Dimensity product will be unveiled tomorrow. While the model was unmentioned, it is most likely the Dimensity 8100 chip that has been the source of much discussion and leaks for the past few weeks.

Further, notable industry insider Digital Chat Station a couple of days back had tipped the processor’s specifications, speculating that it will be making its debut through a Redmi device next month.

From this, it is easy to ascertain that the chip MediaTek is talking about is no other than the Dimensity 8100. The Dimensity 8100 is part of the Taiwanese chipmaker’s Dimensity 8xxx series and will likely also be joined by the Dimensity 8000.

The same tipster had also revealed performance benchmarks of the 8100. With scores passing the 800,000 mark in AnTuTu, the chip sits in last year’s Qualcomm flagship Snapdragon 888’s league comfortably.

Previous reports had shown that the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 adopts TSMC’s 5nm manufacturing process and comprises 4x 2.85GHz Cortex-A78 cores and 4x 2.0GHz Cortex-A55 cores. The CPU is assisted by the Mali-G610 MC6 GPU for graphics and comes with 4MB of L3 cache. Support for LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage is also present.

The first phone expected to use the Dimensity 8100 will be a Redmi – most likely a performance-focused mid-ranger. It will be joined by another offering from realme around the same time, following which the processor will gain wider adoption.

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MWC 2022: TCL 30 5G, 30, 30+, 30 SE, and 30 E launched: specifications, features, and price

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Feb 28, 2022

At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022 tech trade show, TCL unveiled four new smartphones such as TCL 30 5G, 30+, 30 SE, and 30 E. Here is all the information on the specifications, features, and pricing of these smartphones.

TCL 30 5G and TCL 30 specifications, price

The TCL 30 5G has a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ 60Hz display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. It has a 13-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) triple camera unit on the back. It is equipped with a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

The Dimensity 700 chipset powers the device with 4 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 64 GB of built-in storage. It has a 5,010mAh battery that supports 18W charging. It is priced at €249 and comes in Dreamy Blue or Tech Black.

The TCL 30+ has a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ 60Hz 20:9 display. It features the same set of front and rear cameras that are available on the TCL 30 5G. The Helio G37 chipset powers the device with 4 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128 GB of eMMC storage. The device packs a 5,010mAh battery with 18W charging support.

The TCL 30 is an affordable variant of the TCL 30+. It packs the same specs as the Plus model, but packs in differences such as 64 GB of storage and an 8-megapixel front camera,. While it supports 18W charging, it comes with a 10W charger. The TCL 30 and 30+ are equipped with dual stereo speakers and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. All three phones come preinstalled with Android 12 OS. The TCL 30 and 30+ are priced at €199 and €179, respectively.

TCL 30 SE, 30 E specifications, price

The TCL 30 SE has a 6.52-inch LCD FHD+ display, an 8-megapixel front camera, and a 50-megapixel (main) + 2-megapixel (depth) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera unit. The Helio G25 chip fuels the TCL 30 SE has 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB / 128 GB of storage, a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. It is priced at €149.

The TCL 30 E feature the same display, triple rear cameras, chipset, and battery as the TCL 30 SE. However, it ships with 3 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a 10W charger. The handset is priced at €139.

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Realme Pad Mini tipped to launch in India in March

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Feb 28, 2022

Chinese tech brand Realme entered the tablet category with the launch of the ‘realme Pad’ last year. Within a few months, the company is expected to release yet another tablet dubbed as ‘realme Pad Mini’. A report has now even revealed when this product will make its debut.

Realme Pad Mini leaked render 2 — realme Pad Mini | Source: @OnLeaks via SmartPrix

According to tech influencer Mukul Sharma (via MySmartPrice), the Realme Pad Mini will launch in India in March. The tablet will likely release in the second half of the said month.

Unfortunately, that’s all the information he has to say. Anyway, we know about the device’s design and some of its specs. We also expect to learn about its price before its official announcement next month.

According to previous reports, the Realme Pad Mini will arrive with a revamped design. The tablet will have the same metal unibody finish but it will have two antenna lines on the top and bottom of the rear panel instead of one on the left side like the original Realme Pad.

Most importantly the newer device will have a different camera module design. The camera on this tablet will be placed on a rectangular island. Whereas, the camera on the older device rests on the back panel itself.

Realme Pad Mini leaked render by Steve Hemmerstoffer / SmartPrix — realme Pad Mini | Source: @OnLeaks via SmartPrix

Talking about specs, the Realme Pad Mini is said to come with an 8.7-inch display. It will be powered by a UNISOC T616 SoC and will boot Android 11.

It is expected to arrive in multiple memory configurations. One of them will have 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The device will feature an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing camera.

Last but not least, despite sporting a 7.6mm thin profile, the tablet will be backed by a 6,400mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

Apple working on 20 inch foldable MacBook/iPad hybrid with touchscreen keyboard: Gurman

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Feb 28, 2022

We had recently reported on Apple delaying its foldable iPhone to 2025 and shifting its focus towards a foldable MacBook. Now, new information has just surfaced regarding what appears to be a foldable MacBook/iPad hybrid.

The news was shared by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman (Via 9to5Mac) in his Power On newsletter. For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant is reportedly working on a 20 inch foldable device. Furthermore, the new report suggests that the brand is also exploring a dual display format for the foldable MacBook/iPad hybrid. In other words, this is a new size for the company and could create a new category in its product portfolio. Although, the actual product is likely a long while away.

Gurman added that “The company could go with a foldable 20 inch screen attached to a physical keyboard or just have one side of the display serving as a virtual keyboard. I’m told Apple has indeed been exploring a dual screen, foldable MacBook/iPad hybrid that would take the second approach. It would trade in the physical keyboard and trackpad for a fully touchscreen base.”

As of right now, the iPhone maker could release this new product around 2026, which is the close to the release timeline for its first foldable smartphone as well. Other notable projects arriving around the same time includes its AR glasses, mixed reality headset, and even its highly anticipated Apple Car. So stick around for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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ASUS 8z launched with 5.9-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, SD888, 64MP dual cameras

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Feb 28, 2022

ASUS 8z has debuted in India. The company had first teased the arrival of the ASUS 8z back in August 2021. For unknown reasons, the company did not launch the smartphone in India last year. Today, it finally unveiled the compact flagship phone in the country with a price tag of Rs 42,999 (~$570).

ASUS 8z specifications and features

The ASUS 8z has a 5.9-inch S-AMOLED display that offers a 20:9 aspect ratio, an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, HDR10+, 1,100 nits of brightness, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The display punch-hole placed at the top-left corner has a 12-megapixel Sony IMX663 selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture and dual PD autofocus.

The back panel of the ASUS 8z features a dual-camera system, which comprises a 64-megapixel Sony IMX686 main camera with an f/1.8 aperture and 4-axis OIS support. It is accompanied by a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 ultrawide camera. The 8z carries support for 3-axis EIS, motion tracking, up to 4K UHD 120fps slow-motion video recording, and up to 8K video shooting.

The ASUS 8z is powered by the Snapdragon 888 mobile platform. It is equipped with 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It lacks a microSD card slot. The handset comes pre-installed with Android 11 OS and Zen UI. It is packed with a 4,000mAh battery that supports 30W fast charging (Quick Charge 5).

The device comes connectivity features such as dual SIM support, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, a USB-C port, Dirac tuned dual stereo speakers, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Lastly, it comes equipped with an IP68 rated dustproof and water-resistant chassis. The ASUS 8z is the very same device that debuted as the ZenFone 8 in the global markets last year.

ASUS 8z price in India

The ASUS 8z is priced at Rs 42,999 (~$570) for the sole 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage variant. It comes in Obsidian Black and Horizon Silver. The device will be available for purchase through Flipkart starting from 12 pm (local time) on March 7.

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POCO F4 key specs leaked: Snapdragon 870, 50MP triple camera, and more

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Feb 28, 2022

Last year, the POCO F3 was released as a rebranded Redmi K40. The Redmi K50 is expected to debut in March. Going by its predecessor, it may break cover as POCO F4 in international markets. However, as of now, there’s no proof for this claim. Amidst this, a reliable tipster has now shared the key specs of the mysterious POCO F4 before the brand could even announce the launch date.

Leaker Yogesh Brar has disclosed the primary specifications of the upcoming POCO F4 on Twitter. According to him, the device will be powered by the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC as its forerunner POCO F3. The chipset will be paired with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

The handset will sport a 6.3-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will house a triple camera system on the rear consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide unit, and a 5MP telemacro snapper. Whereas, for selfies and video calls, the phone will use a 32MP shooter.

On the software front, the POCO F4 will boot MIUI 13 based on Android 12. It will get its juice from a 4,5000mAh battery, which will be able to charge at 67W.

Last but not least, the smartphone will arrive in 6GB, 8GB, and 12GB RAM versions coupled with either 128GB or 256GB storage.

Ukraine urges Apple to stop its product sales & App Store service in Russia

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