Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro launch with a refreshed design, Tensor chip, and a $599 starting price

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Oct 19, 2021

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are Google’s new smartphones and they come with significant upgrades in all areas. From a revamped design to better cameras to Google’s first mobile processor and software that is designed to take advantage of the hardware for a smooth experience, Google claims its new phones bring big upgrades.

Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro specifications

The Pixel 6 has a 6.4-inch FHD+ Smooth Display with a 90Hz refresh rate while the Pixel 6 Pro packs a bigger 6.7-inch screen with a QHD+ LTPO display and a 120Hz refresh rate. The two phones have Gorilla Glass Victus on the front for protection against scratches while the Pixel 6 swaps Gorrila Glass Victus for Gorilla Glass 6 for the glass back.

The Tensor processor is Google’s first smartphone chipset. The SoC has 2 high-performance cores, 2 mid-cores, and 4 high-efficiency cores. It also has a 20-core GPU. Compared to the Pixel 5 which has a Snapdragon 765G processor, Google says the Tensor chipset has a CPU performance that is 80% faster and a GPU performance that is 370% faster. The chip is paired with 12GB of RAM and 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage on the Pixel 6 Pro while the Pixel 6 has 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. As expected, there is no storage expansion.

The Pixel 6 series both have an in-display fingerprint scanner and a Titan M2 security chip. The Tensor chip also has a security core built-in that works with the Titan M2 to protect the phones against attacks. They have dual SIM support (one nano-SIM and one eSIM), WiFi 6E, stereo speakers, IP68 water and dust resistance, and a fingerprint-resistant coating.

There is a 5003mAh battery inside the Pixel 6 Pro and a 4614mAh battery inside the Pixel 6. The two devices support 30W fast wired charging, fast wireless charging (21W on the Pixel 6 and 23W on the Pixel 6 Pro using the Pixel Stand), and reverse wireless charging. They don’t ship with a charger but if you have a USB-PD compatible charger available, that should be fine. You can also charge wirelessly with a Qi-certified EPP charger but the charging speed will be capped at 12W.

The Pixel 6 series will run Android 12 out of the box and will receive 5 years of security updates.

Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro cameras

There is a 50MP main camera on both phones as well as a 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide angle camera with a 114° field of view. The 50MP sensor has an 82° field of view, an f/1.85 aperture, and a 1/1.31” sensor size. Google says that the phones capture 2.5x more light than the Pixel 5. The Pixel 6 Pro gets a third rear camera – a 48MP sensor with a telephoto lens that brings 4x optical zoom. The front-facing camera is an 11.1MP sensor on the pro model and an 8MP sensor on the non-pro variant.

The Pixel phones are known for packing impressive cameras thanks to the software. The Pixel 6 series takes the Pixel camera prowess to a new level with features such as Face Unblur which combines photos from two different cameras to remove the blur on faces when you take photos of fast-moving subjects such as kids. Magic Eraser will remove unwanted objects and persons from your photo.

There is also Motion Mode which detects if there is a fast-moving object in a photo such as a moving vehicle or the wheels of a bicycle and applies a motion blur to the object while keeping the subject sharp and in focus. The most important of them all for people of color is Real Tone which is a better image algorithm that authentically replicates the skin tone of the subject.

Pixel 6 Series Price and Availability

The Pixel 6 is priced at $599 for the 128GB version and $699 for the 256GB version while the Pixel 6 Pro is priced at $899 for the 128GB version. The 256GB and 512GB versions are not listed in the U.S. The two phones are already available for pre-order now and will be available for purchase on October 28.

The Pixel 6 will be available in Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, and Stormy Black while the Pixel 6 Pro can be purchased in Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, and Stormy Black. Those who pre-order in the U.S. get a free Pixel Buds A-Series.

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Apple Music Voice Plan costs $4.99/₹49 and it can play Music via Siri

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Pranav Sawant

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Oct 19, 2021

Apple on Monday officially announced a new Music subscription plan in the market. The all-new Apple Music Voice Plan costs $4.99 a month and it offers over a 90 million songs.

The Apple Music Voice Plan offers a cheaper way of subscribing to the Apple Music subscription for almost half the price of a standard subscription. The subscription plan allows users to listen to music only via Siri. You can simply ask Siri to play a specific song and it will play and shuffle it for you.

The Voice Plan costs $4.99/₹49 per month in the global and Indian market. It brings support for playing music from all the Siri supported devices as well including the iPhone itself. It will allow users to play any song from the wide range of over 90 million songs and users can shuffle songs from playlists and different stations.

If you want to start your Voice Plan, you can toggle Siri by saying, “Hey Siri, start my Apple Music Voice trail.” For playing music, users can ask Siri to play specific music or playlists. Keywords can be “Play something chill,” or “Play more like this.”

Unfortunately, it doesn’t support Spatial and lossless audio features. That said, these features are still present in the regular Apple Music subscription plan. As of now, Apple has three subscription plans, a Voice Plan, an individual plan, and a Family Plan. The latter plans start at $9.99 and 14.99 respectively.

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Vivo Y33s with Helio G80 launched in Kenya for Ksh 23,999(~$216)

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Pranav Sawant

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Oct 19, 2021

Back in August, the Chinese phone maker Vivo launched the Y33s smartphone in the Indian market. The smartphone was recently launched in Nigeria and Singapore, and it is now heading to other markets. Today, the Vivo Y33s has arrived in Kenya.

The Vivo Y33s comes with a price tag of Ksh 23,999(~$216) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The smartphone has two colour variants like Mirror Black and Midday Dream. It is currently available for purchase across Kenya.

The Vivo Y33s sports a 6.58-inch water-drop notch display. It is an LCD panel with a Full-HD+ resolution. The screen supports a 60Hz refresh rate and has a modern aspect ratio. It features a 16MP front camera for selfie shots. There’s a triple camera array at the rear with a 50MP main lens, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth-sensing lens.

At the helm, it is powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 SoC paired with an 8GB of ram and 128GB of built-in storage. It has a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 1TB. The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging support. The phone runs on Android 11 out of the box with Vivo’s FunTouch OS 11.1 on the top. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer.

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Huawei Mate X2 5G will get a leather version with HarmonyOS pre-installed

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 19, 2021

The Huawei Mate X2 foldable phone was launched earlier this year as the third foldable smartphone from the manufacturer. When it was announced, it was released in four colors, all of which have a glass back. A new report says Huawei is planning the release of a variant with a leather back.

According to the Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, the Huawei Mate X2 will get a plain leather version. Unfortunately, he didn’t state what color the leather will be.

Apart from having a leather-clad back, the new variant will have a Kirin 9000 5G processor and run HarmonyOS out of the box. If this doesn’t sound like news, it actually is. The Huawei Mate X2 5G launched with EMUI 11 based on Android 10 out of the box. Huawei also announced a 4G version of the phone with the same processor but it runs HarmonyOS 2 out of the box. Save for these differences, the rest of the specs remain unchanged.

The Huawei Mate X2 has a 6.45-inch 90Hz cover display with a pill-shaped cut-out that houses a single 16MP front-facing camera. The foldable display is 8 inches and also has a 90Hz refresh rate. Both screens are OLED.

The Kirin 9000 processor is paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of storage. There is a NanoMemory card slot for adding up to an extra 256GB of storage.

On the back of the phone are four cameras – a 50MP main sensor with PDAF and OIS, a 12MP sensor with OIS, PDAF, and a telephoto lens for 3x optical zoom, an 8MP sensor with a periscope telephoto lens for 10x optical zoom, and a 16MP sensor with an ultrawide angle lens. It also has a 4500mAh battery, support for 55W fast charging, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, NFC, and an IR blaster.

We do not know when this leather version will be announced but it may cost a bit more than the versions with a glass back.

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Li Nan’s start-up Angry Miao launches the Cyberboard R3 wireless Keyboard

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 19, 2021

Former Meizu VP Li Nan last year floated his own start-up last year known as Angry Miao Technology. One of the major business concerns of the firm is the manufacture of computer accessories including mechanical keyboards.

The brand has unveiled a new wireless mechanical keyboard dubbed Angry Miao Cyberboard R3. The keyboard is designed to have an amazing aesthetic appeal apart from ergonomics which is a key feature of mechanical keyboards. To be candid, the wireless keyboard adopts a retro-styled design with prominent keys and a slight elevation which removes the need for a tilting stand.

The keyboard comes in four attractive colors — Pink, Green, White and Black colors. Of course, the pink hue is targeted at the female folks but may likely be appealing to males as well considering the divergent colors that some of the key sets get. The new color scheme is said to have been inspired by Wes Anderson, an American filmmaker better known for his deployment of symmetry, eccentricity, and distinctive visuals in his films.

Furthermore, the Cyberboard R3 features a customizable lighting effect, new RGB hardware as well as 256-level DC dimming. The keyboard is also scratch-resistant and has an electronic display at the back which shows the battery level. The keyboard charges via a USB-C port.

As for the prices, the three color options of Pink, Green, and Black will retail for 3,600 yuan (~$564) while the white variant is priced at 3,900 yuan (~$611). For now, the keyboard is available in China only but we expect Li Nan’s startup to make inroads into other markets soon.

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The curious case of Realme GT Neo 2T in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 19, 2021

The world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand Realme has a habit of releasing new handsets every other week. The company is no stranger to rebranded products, either. But today, the brand has done something really weird and traditionally unheard of. It seems to have relaunched an existing model in the same market with huge fanfare.

realme GT NEO2T Black White Featured A — realme GT NEO2T

A few hours back, Realme launched a new phone in China called the Realme GT Neo 2T (stylized as realme GT NEO2T). With both the Realme GT Neo 2 and 2T present in the same market, things were getting too confusing for the average consumer.

So we decided to take a closer look at the newly launched model. Surprisingly, after careful analysis, we have come to the conclusion that this device is nothing but a realme GT NEO with a glass back and a new name.

Chinese handset maker Realme had been teasing the launch of Realme GT Neo 2T for the past few days as if it was a brand-new smartphone. The brand even held a full-blown press event to unveil this phone.

These actions made us believe that the device was indeed a new model. But turns out, it isn’t.

Initially, we were confused as to why the Realme GT Neo 2T sports a different design when compared to Realme GT Neo 2. We got even more skeptical when we compared the specifications in detail. Neither the specs nor the design suggested that both these handsets were part of the same lineup/generation.

Then, as we started comparing the new phone with the previously released devices, we hit a home run. Upon closer observation, we can, for sure, confirm that the Realme GT Neo 2T is a Realme GT Neo (review) in disguise.

Realme GT Neo Realme GT Neo 2T — realme GT NEO (left) and realme GT NEO2T (right)

Earlier this year, realme replaced the Realme X series with the introduction of the Realme GT lineup but confirmed it only in August. The first model in the lineup was simply called the Realme GT (stylized as realme GT 5G). The same model was launched worldwide.

The original GT smartphone from March 2021 was soon followed by a new model called Realme GT Neo (stylized as realme GT NEO) in the same month. The newer device later made its way to India in the form of the Realme X7 Max at the end of May.

Now, almost seven months after its initial debut, Realme has re-released this handset in a new avatar. It is called Realme GT Neo 2T and has a glass back instead of plastic.

The name and the rear finish are the only major differences between the two products. In fact, even their dimensions are identical (158.5 x 73.3 x 8.4mm).

Realme GT Neo Highlights — **Full Specifications**

If we talk about minor changes between these two models, there are things like charging speed and chipset. The original Realme GT Neo only supported 50W fast charging, compared to 65W on the Realme GT Neo 2T. But interestingly, there’s a variant of the GT Neo which has these missing features. If you recall, around late May, Realme had launched a new variant called Realme GT Neo Flash Edition with 65W fast charging in China.

As far as silicon is concerned, both Realme GT Neo and Realme GT Neo 2T house a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC inside, However, the chipset on the latter model has some optimizations made possible through ‘Dimensity 5G Open Resource Architecture’. Hence, it is known as Dimensity 1200-AI, just like the silicon powering the OnePlus Nord 2.

Coming to the price, despite being the same phone, the Realme GT Neo 2T is costlier than the Reame GT Neo. If the new product was announced alongside the original, we would have been fine with the price as it offers a premium matte glass finish.

Realme GT Neo 2T Highlights — **Full Specifications**

However, seven months later, it does not make sense when we know that this is the exact same handset. It even runs the same old Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11. So it will be also receiving identical software support (2 Android updates). Just because Realme advertises Realme GT Neo 2T as a brand-new phone, it doesn’t make it one.

At the end of the day, we have to agree that Realme is good at doing business. It knows how to target customers and market products. Though the realme GT Neo 2T is a rebadged smartphone from a few months ago, the company presents it in such a way that no one seems to remember that it’s nearly the same phone from seven months ago.

Honor 50 makes its global debut in Malaysia

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 19, 2021

Lots of Honor fans are looking forward to the global launch of the Honor 50. Initially thought to be launching first in Europe later this month, the phone has gotten a surprise launch in Malaysia first.

The Honor 50 is the first Honor phone to launch with Google Mobile Services since the company was acquired from Huawei last year. Fans of the Honor brand who had to hold on to their old phones or switch to another brand when Honor was still owned by Huawei can now pick up the new phone without worrying about not having Google services pre-installed.

With a starting price of RM1699, the Honor 50 has a 6.57-inch FHD+ curved OLED display with a centered punch hole for a 32MP front-facing camera. The screen has a 120Hz refresh rate and is capable of displaying up to 1.07 billion colors.

There is a Snapdragon 778G processor powering it and it is paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of non-expandable storage. The Honor 50 has four rear cameras spread between its two circular camera housing. The primary sensor is a 108MP f/1.9 camera that sits at the top and below it is an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth camera.

The Honor 50 packs a 4300mAh battery and has support for 66W fast charging, allowing users to refill the phone from empty to 70% in 20 minutes. It also has an in-display fingerprint scanner, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, and Wi-Fi 6. It runs Magic UI 4.2 based on Android 11 out of the box.

Honor 50 Price and Availability

The Honor 50 is available in two configurations 6+128GB and 8+256GB priced at RM1699 (~$407) and RM1999 (~$431) respectively. Buyers will be able to pick the 6GB RAM version in HONOR Code and Midnight Black while the 8GB RAM version is available in the diamond-like Frost Crystal, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black.

It is already available for pre-order on the HiHonor website and those who pre-order the base model get an Honor 50 Hand Strap Case and extended warranty while those who pre-order the 8+256GB model get a free pair of the Honor Earbuds 2 Lite alongside the case and extended warranty.

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ZEEKER P10 – the world’s first 108MP camera rugged smartphone goes on sale for $359.99

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Simranpal Singh

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Oct 19, 2021

The world’s first rugged smartphone carrying 108MP primary camera – the ZEEKER P10 has been launched with a pretty interesting camera setup. The new model aims to end the era of the poor camera quality on rugged smartphones.

While withstanding the harsh environment and challenging outdoors, the ZEEKER P10 aims to offer the user an option of capturing beautiful photos.

ZEEKER P10 can be an excellent option for those who often travel a lot or do adventurous trips into the depth of nature – be it the mountain peaks or the underwater depths. Its powerful cameras offer an amazing photography experience never seen on rugged phones before.

ZEEKER P10 Specifications and Features

The smartphone is built to offer impressive features by integrating powerful hardware and software. It features a quad-rear camera consisting of a 108MP primary sensor to scale the overall experience, an 8MP 120° ultrawide sensor, an 8MP night vision camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. This advanced camera setup outperforms every rugged smartphone launched to date. Furthermore, the hardware is tweaked with 9-in-1 pixel binning technology to offer maximum details without any grains. Meanwhile, the Ultra Night Mode and IR Night Vision feature enable the camera module to capture bright and vivid shots in low-light.

To further stabilize the video recording, it features electronic image stabilization technology using a motorized gimbal. However, the Super Steady Mode on the camera helps in reducing shakes and makes the footage stable.

ZEEKER P10 smartphone is MIL-STD-810G certified that ensures its rigorous testing and all-around protection. Furthermore, it is IP68 /IP69K dustproof and waterproof certified along with shock absorption from up to 1.8 meters height.

Apart from the exceptional camera, the ZEEKER P10 houses MediaTek G85 SoC coupled with an octa-core processor to handle power-intensive tasks. There’s 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage that improves multitasking. Furthermore, a 6000 mAh battery with 18W fast wired charging and 15W wireless charging ensures a hassle-free user experience.

It houses a 6.49-inch FHD+ Dot Display to offer an impressive viewing experience while gaming or watching videos. The display is well-protected with Corning Glass.

ZEEKER P10 offers support for global bands, which enables flawless connectivity throughout the world.

Technical Specifications

Display: 6.49″ FHD+ DotDisplay
SoC: Helio G85, Octa-core CPU, up to 2.0GHz, Mali-G52
RAM: 6GB, LPDDR4X dual-channel
Storage: 128GB
Rear camera: 108MP ultra clarity main camera, Samsung HM2 sensor, 8MP ultra-wide angle camera – FOV 120°, 8MP night vision camera, 2MP depth camera
Front camera: 8MP, F/2.0 aperture
Water, dust, shock resistant: IP68, IP69K, MIL-STD-810G
Battery: 6000mAh, 18W wired charging, 15W wireless charging
Dimensions: 172.6 x 80.8 x 14.6 mm
Connectivity: GPS, Glonass, Galileo, Beidou, USB Type-C, Bluetooth 5.0, OTG
Weight: 317g

Pricing and Availability

ZEEKER P10 now is available globally at a discounted price of US$359.99 on AliExpress until Oct 20th. The smartphone will soon debut on Amazon, and until then join the global giveaway to grab the ZEEKER P10 for free.

To know more about the device by head to the ZEEKER official website.

About ZEEKER

ZEEKER is a global technology brand providing tough yet stylish rugged smartphones and smart hardware for outdoors enthusiasts and frontline workers. Based on the philosophy of “Dare to Explore”, fueled by Geek DNA, ZEEKER is dedicated to delivering products that are both rugged and of technological artistry, meeting the needs of users in every situation.

Deal: Buy Realme 8i Russian Version for $189 (Retail Price $250)

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Oct 19, 2021

Realme 8i Russian version which generally retails at $250 is now available at a discounted price of $189.31 only at AliExpress.

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Realme 8i Russian version at $189.31 @AliExpress

Realme 8i Russian Version features a 6.6-inch FHD+ DotDisplay and is powered by an Helio G96 Octa-Core processor. The smartphone comes with an AI Triple rear camera setup with a 50MP main camera and 2MP + 2MP secondary cameras. The selfie camera features a single 16MP camera.

Realme 8i features 4GB RAM and 128GB ROM and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The smartphone is fueled by a 5000mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging. Other features include NFC, WIFI, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, Android 11, Realme UI v2.0, etc

Generally retailing for $250, you can now buy Realme 8i Russian Version for $189.31 from the Realme Official Store at AliExpress. Please note that this price is applicable only on the 4GB + 128GB, Russian version, Black and Purple color variant.

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HP Projector CC200 bundled with an 84-inch screen and Roku Express launched

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 19, 2021

Renowned PC maker Hewlett Packard better known as HP has launched the Projector CC200, a portable projector with a LED light source and some excellent features. The projector is licensed to GAC Technology Group, a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative smart projection solutions. So, it is not directly manufactured by HP.

The HP Projector CC200 provides a cheaper option than some of the models it is bound to compete with. It is a bedside or coffee table-type device with some relatively short-throw/big-screen display potentials. The projector offers full HD resolution with 200 lumens light source. It also features two 3W speaker-system and can produce an image of up to 80-inch at a distance of 2.1 meters.

At the back of the CC200 are two USB slots, an HDMI and a 3.5mm audio-out jack. The projector is however lacking in wireless technology or smart functionality. It is however possible to pair the CC200 with a streaming stick which is available as a bundle in the US. The lifetime of the projector is estimated at 20,000 hours with a 1.2:1 throw ratio.

The HP Projector CC200 is available for now in the United States. An 84-inch screen and a Roku Express streaming stick are part of the bundle and as mentioned earlier, it is priced at just $260. Global availability and other release information are lacking at this time.

DJI Mavic 3, Action 2 camera, and RC Pro smart controller certified by US FCC

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 19, 2021

Days back, some renders of the DJI Mavic 3 drone revealed a more powerful battery system that will expand its flight time significantly. In an indication that the eventual unveiling of the products is imminent, the Mavic 3 consumer drone and Action 2 waterproof camera have entered the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) database.

The FCC is the clearinghouse for all issues relating to certification and issuance of unique codes to companies to identify wireless products in the market. The rigorous process involves several stages culminating in the issuance of the FCC code. The DJI Mavic 3 drone has an FCC code of SS3-L2P2104. As per the FCC filings, it is likely that two models are on the offing: the L2A, which is the DJI Mavic 3, and the L2P, which refers to DJI Mavic 3 Cine version.

We can confirm the earlier leak as per the battery of the DJI Mavic 3. It is a 15.4 V, 5,000 mAH, 77 Wh battery. Up to 46 minutes of flight time is assured on the Mavic 3, which has some far-reaching implications on its applicability. It will be one of the strong marketing points for the Mavic 3.

DJI Action 2 camera has FCC ID: 2ANDR-MC2112021 and is the latest action camera from DJI. It could be released as early as October 27. The DJI Action 2 camera will possibly come with a 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor and an aperture of f/2.8, for up to 155-degree wide view. The camera will feature a new modular design and make filming more immersive with an array of accessories. The Action 2 will support a wireless pad although the details are lacking at this time.

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The new smart controller also sighted in the FCC database is the RC Pro. It is designed to maximize the functionality of the Mavic 3 or any other compatible drone that is equipped with DJI’s proprietary video transmission system, OcuSync 3.0.

The RC Pro would allow the Mavic 3 to transmit HD video in real-time up to a distance of 15km and is available with the Cine version of the drone.

The DJI Mavic 3 and the RC Pro controller could be launched on November 5.

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Deal: Get Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank PD 20W for $25 (Retail Price $40)

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Oct 19, 2021

Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank (PD 20W fast charging) which generally retails for $40 is now available at a discounted price of $25.19 only at AliExpress. This super deal ends tomorrow.

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Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank at $25.19 (after discount)@AliExpress

Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank

Key Features:

Two-way fast charging
PD 20W fast charging
LED display for battery level
Dual inputs – Micro USB and Type – C
Triple Outputs – USB x 2 and Type -C
Charging Time – 6 to 7 hours for a full charge
Lightweight and portable
Supports Huawei and Samsung fast charging protocols
Simultaneous multiple device charging
High-quality polymer lithium battery
Multiple safety features
NTC temperature protection
Smart current distribution – according to the requirements of the device

You can now buy Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank for $25.19 only at AliExpress. This deal ends tomorrow. So grab your discounted power bank asap.

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Xiaomi shares jump 5% following announcement about producing own electric cars in 2024

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 19, 2021

Lei Jun, CEO of Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi, on Tuesday revealed that the company is expected to mass produce its own electric cars in the first half of 2024. The comments were made at an investor event and were later confirmed by the company.

Right after the news, Xiaomi’s shares in Hong Kong jumped over 5% (via: CNBC).

The company’s previous major announcement regarding its new venture was made back in March where it had said that it plans to invest $10 billion into the business over the next 10 years. These plans were solidified last month when Xiaomi officially registered its electric vehicle business Xiaomi EV Inc. The novel company now has 300 employees and Lei Jun himself leads the group.

The Chinese market’s potential for electric vehicles is boundless. With incentives such as almost every fifth new car registered last month being rechargeable in the country, new players have been making their way into the market, which has now gotten more crowded than ever. Recently, even Chinese search giant Baidu launched an electric car company of its own in January, hiring a CEO for the business a month later.

When Xiaomi launches its own electric cars in 2024, it will be facing competition from companies like BYD, Nio, and Xpeng as well as from the American Tesla.

China’s electric vehicle market has had favorable government support over the last few years which helped the industry grow. While some of that support has been reduced, the market is still growing.

Over the last few years, China’s electric car sector has benefited from favorable government assistance, which has aided the industry’s growth. That backing may have dwindled but the market continues to grow. According to market research firm Canalys, 1.9 million electric vehicles will be sold in China in 2021, up 51% year on year.

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Deal: Buy Teclast P20HD Tablet for $125 (Retail Price $180)

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Oct 19, 2021

Teclast P20HD Tablet which generally retails for $180 is now available at a discounted price of $125.61 ($144.34 including VAT )only at AliExpress. This super deal ends tomorrow.

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Teclast P20HD Tablet at $125.61 (after discount)@AliExpress

Teclast P20HD Tablet

Key Features:

10.1” IPS Display, 1920 X 1200
2.5D touch panel metal body
Android 10: Gesture navigation and Dark mode
Unisoc 64bit Octa-core A55
AI Spee-up intelligent experience
4GB RAM + 64GB ROM
Pure Sound System Stereo
Rear Camera: 5MP, Front Camera: 2MP
Dual 4G, Call, and Network
ac Dual-band Wi-Fi
Bluetooth v5.0
BDS + GPS navigation
Battery: 6000mAh: 7-hour battery life

Generally retailing for $180, you can now buy Teclast P20HD Tablet at a discounted price of $125.61 only at AliExpress. This deal ends tomorrow. So place your order asap.

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China, US, and South Korea take Top 3 spot in Global Esports Market

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Sean

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Oct 19, 2021

A new report has revealed that China, US, and South Korea hold the top three ranks in the global Esports market. These three nations account for the highest income in the world for Esports.

The information arrives from Omdia (Via GameDeveloper) who also noted that the highest income changed from the US to China in the past five years. Back in 2018, the US ranked first, while China and South Korea came in second and third respectively. But as of 2019, the China has surpassed the US in terms of Esports revenue, with South Korea arriving third, Germany ranking fourth, and Britain holding the fifth spot.

Furthermore, Omdia also shared its projection for the Esports industry till the year 2025. It believes that the top five countries accounted for 73 percent of the global Esports revenue in 2020, although, this share will drop to 69 percent as lower ranked countries slowly increase their market share in the industry thank to the expansion of high speed networks.

Notably, iResearch, a Market research and consultancy based firm, shared their 2021 China Esports Industry Report back in May 2021, which shared the overall market size of China’s Esports industry. The report believed that the market will surpass 145 billion Yuan (roughly 22.5 billion US Dollars) in 2020. The largest contributor to this is the rapid growth of the mobile Esports gaming market. This figure is expected to surpass 180 billion Yuan within this year.

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Deal: Get Anker Life P2 Mini Earbuds for $33 (Retail Price $60)

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Oct 19, 2021

Soundcore By Anker Life P2 Mini Earbuds which generally retails for $60 is now available at a discounted price of $33.41 ($40.09 including Euro VAT) only at AliExpress. This is a limited-time offer.

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Soundcore By Anker Life P2 Mini Earbuds

Key Features:

10mm drivers: Boosted bass
3 EQ modes: Soundcore signature, Bass booster, Podcast
Compact and lightweight
AI-enhanced calls
8 hours playtime: 32 hours with the case
IPX5 water-resistant
One-step pairing
Single earbud mode
10 minutes fast charging – 1-hour playtime
Color: Black

Generally retailing for $60, you can now buy Soundcore By Anker Life P2 Mini Earbuds for a discounted price of $33.41 only at AliExpress. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra to feature a waterdrop notch display: Report

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Sean

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Oct 19, 2021

While the Samsung Galaxy S22 series is still a while away from launch, various rumors have surfaced online in the recent weeks. Now, a new report has revealed that the Galaxy S22 Ultra might feature a waterdrop notch display on the front.

According to a LetsGoDigital report, a source has revealed new details regarding the high end Ultra variant. A well known source from South Korea, Super Roader, who is also a former employee of the wireless division of Samsung Electronics. At times certain reports might have conflicting information, and now, Super Roader believes that the camera system on the Galaxy S22 Ultra is different from what we have reported on in the past.

Reportedly, the South Korean tech giant will feature a waterdrop notch over a punch hole selfie shooter on the front display. But the news also implies that the dual camera island modules on the rear might not be the official design of the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Although, it does seem odd that the brand is aiming on equipping a front camera design that it ships with its budget Galaxy A series of smartphones.

As of right now, finer details regarding the high end Galaxy S22 Ultra is still unknown. However, various reports had hinted at it being a successor to the Galaxy Note series. Yesterday, we had also covered schematics of the device, which showcased the smartphone with a built in S Pen slot as well. So stay tuned for more updates.

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Google has high hopes for Pixel 6 series & aims to manufacture 7 million of them

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 19, 2021

Google is set to reveal its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro today and it seems that the California-based company has a lot riding on the flagship phones.

A report by Nikkei Asia shows that Google has asked its suppliers to manufacture over 7 million Pixel 6 series smartphones. This has been claimed to be around double the 3.7 million sales figure from last year.

The goal is despite Google planning on selling the exact number of devices compared to last year – the 2020 portfolio included the Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, and Pixel 5 while 2021’s lineup is comprised of the Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro.

And as if the 7 million figure isn’t big enough already, Nikkei’s sources claim that Google is planning on producing 5 million Pixel 5a devices as well, making a total of a whopping 12 million. Sure, the figure is nowhere near Samsung’s goal of producing 20 million Galaxy S22 series smartphones, but it is still a start and an indicator for what’s to come.

However, the 5 million Pixel 5a figure is a little ambiguous. This is because the device has only been launched in the United States and Japan, due to which it is unclear if the request to the suppliers is only for the two countries or if Google plans on selling the phone in more countries.

Regardless, if Google’s hopes come to fruition, it is likely that the company will be stealing the market share from companies like Apple and Samsung, at least in the US. The Pixel 6 models are after all poised to get four years of OS updates and five years of security patches, positioning them right above Samsung and under Apple in terms of software support.

Google is apparently also working on a new Chromebook codenamed Halvor, which would be the successor to the Pixelbook Go and is said to arrive sometime in 2021.

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Ulefone Power Armor 14 with 10000mAh battery now on pre-sale via Aliexpress

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Simranpal Singh

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Oct 19, 2021

Ulefone recently unwrapped the new Ulefone Power Armor 14 smartphone featuring a mammoth 10000mAh battery along with several other advancements. The new smartphone is now retailing via AliExpress for the introductory discount price of $159.99. Ulefone Power Armor 14 has already gained a lot of appreciation considering its features and competitive pricing.

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Ulefone Power Armor 14 is powered with MediaTek Helio G35 SoC which couples a 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. There’s a 6.52-inch waterdrop display that encases a 16MP Sony IMX481 selfie camera.

Furthermore, there’s a triple camera module present featuring a 20MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a depth sensor for advanced photography. However, a front camera further aids in face unlock to assist accessibility and usability. It features four navigation system support to provide an accurate location.

The users can also enjoy the next-generation connectivity with dual 4G VoLTE offering uplink and downlink speeds. It runs on the Android 11 Operating System with all its luxuries and security checks.

Ulefone Power Armor 14 is currently on pre-sale via AliExpress at an introductory price of $159.99. Surprisingly, you can grab a $20 discount coupon before buying the smartphone. It is currently retailing for $219.99 via the official Ulefone website. Know more about the device by heading to the Ulefone Armor 14 product page.

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Amazfit GTR 3 India price revealed ahead of October 20 launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Oct 19, 2021

Last week, Zepp Health (formerly Huami) announced its latest generation of smartwatches. Since then, these wearables have been slowly making their way to various markets around the world. They have been now confirmed to launch in India on October 20 (tomorrow).

Zepp Health introduced three new smartwatches a few days back. They are Amazfit GTR 3, Amazfit GTR 3 Pro, and Amazfit GTS 3. All three will be officially unveiled tomorrow in India.

Ahead of that, their availability has been confirmed by partner retailers. In fact, we already know the price of one of these models.

According to a report by MySmartPrice, the Amazfit GTR 3 will be sold in India via Flipkart. It will be priced at ₹13,999 and will be available for purchase at 12 PM starting tomorrow itself. Buyers will be able to avail 10% discount on SBI Credit card transactions.

On the other hand, the Amazfit GTR 3 Pro and the Amazfit GTS 3 will be sold by Amazon India. Unfortunately, that’s all the information we have at the moment. It’s not known how much these wearables will cost and when they will go on sale.

Anyway, going by the price of Amazfit GTR 3, the Amazfit GTR 3 Pro should cost more than that. Whereas, since the price of GTR 3 is almost similar to its predecessor, the Amazfit GTS 3 will likely carry a near-identical price tag of its forerunner.