Xiaomi Beard Trimmer 2 launched in India for the Beard gang

By

-

Sep 29, 2021

Xiaomi has launched a new beard trimmer for the Indian market. The product dubbed Xiaomi Beard Trimmer 2 is a successor to the Mi Beard Trimmer which was launched in India in June 2019. Xiaomi only launched a cheaper version, the Mi Beard Trimmer 1C, in June last year.

The Xiaomi Beard Trimmer 2 features ultra-precise self-sharpening blades and is offered with 40 length settings. The trimmer uses rounded stainless steel blades guaranteeing a skin-friendly experience. The gadget comes with an IPX7 waterproof rating meaning it can withstand submersion in water for up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. This also means it can be used inside the shower without fear of damaging it.

It also packs a durable battery that can last up to 90 minutes on a single full charge. One unique feature in this model is the LED battery display and travel lock display on the body. There is no display on the previous models.

The non-scratching teeth offer more comfortable usage while the blades output up to 6000 oscillations per min delivering accurate cuts and even shape. The product comes in a compact ergonomic design with a matte black finish. The design allows for a sturdy grip allowing you to reach tough spots effortlessly.

It charges via a USB Type-C port and can be fully charged in 2 hours. As stated earlier, a full charge lasts up to 90 minutes of usage while a 5-minute charge delivers up to 12 minutes of usage. You can also use the device directly plugged into the charger.

As for the pricing and availability details, the Mi Beard Trimmer 2 is priced at Rs. 1999 (~$27), but it will be available with an initial price offer of Rs. 1799 (~$24). The product will go on sale starting from October 2nd via Amazon.in, mi.com, and Mi Home stores.

RELATED:

Realme will launch its first smartwatch for China soon, here are some of its specs

By

Habeeb Onawole

-

Sep 29, 2021

It has been more than a year since Realme announced its first smartwatch. Many more have been released afterward, some under its own brand and others under the DIZO brand. However, none of its smartwatches have made it to China. That may change soon as a leak has revealed Realme is working on its first smartwatch for the Chinese market.

The first Realme smartwatch for China will have a round dial according to Digital Chat Station who revealed details of the upcoming watch on Weibo. It will also have a 5ATM waterproof rating, sports tracking, and support for calls and music playback over Bluetooth.

The aforementioned specifications are what you will find on the average smartwatch today, so the Realme watch for China will need to offer more than that and or a competitive price tag to go against the competition.

There is no news of when the smartwatch will launch or what it will be called. However, there is a chance it may be a rebadge of an existing model sold in another region. Several Chinese manufacturers are known to sell their products under different names depending on the market. Sometimes, a device can even go by more than one name in the same market. An example is the Realme Watch 2 Pro which is also sold as the DIZO Watch Pro in India.

RELATED:

Deal: Buy Baseus 1m Halo Type C Cable for $1 (Retail Price $3)

By

Daily Deals

-

Sep 29, 2021

Baseus Halo Type C Cable is now available at a discounted price of $1.31 only at AliExpress.

WHERE TO BUY

Baseus Halo Type C Cable at $1.31 @AliExpress

Baseus Halo Type C Cable

Key Features:

Glowing Quick charging USB cable
Supports QC 3.0
Colored breathable slow-changing light
High-density nylon braid
High-quality aluminum alloy plug casing
SR full coverage
Portable Ties
Colors: Black and Red
Length: From 0.25 m to 3m (you can choose as per your requirement)

Generally retailing for $3, you can now buy Baseus Halo Type C Cable at a discounted price of $1.31 only at AliExpress. Please note that this price is applicable on the 1m cable. This is a limited-time offer, so place your order asap.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

* Please Note: When you buy something using the links in our articles, we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

Withings ScanWatch Horizon hybrid smartwatch launched in Europe

By

Jed John Ikoba

-

Sep 29, 2021

Luxury smartwatch maker Withings has released the ScanWatch Horizon, its latest hybrid smartwatch with an array of features and functionalities. The Withings ScanWatch Horizon is now on sale in Germany, UK, and France, while a possible launch is projected in the US before the turn of the year.

The new Withings smartwatch combines the traditional mechanical outlook with a digital display. This niche offering from Withings will surely appeal to the interests of a segment of the market desirous of a smart wearable that could still retain the traditional look of a watch. According to Withings, the ScanWatch Horizon’s design was inspired by luxury dive watches, and we can clearly observe these innovations on the reflection-free sapphire glass casing, a stainless steel rotating bezel, illuminating watch hands and indicators, and 10 ATM water resistance rating, indicating it is fine in depths below 100 meters.

It is noted that the ScanWatch Horizon is not capable of going on deep dives, although it will be fine when used in the swimming pool or other water activities like surfing. Its design also makes the watch to be visible even in low-light situations.

There are up to 30 different fitness activities that can be tracked by the ScanWatch Horizon together with multiple sensors. Although it does not have an in-built GPS, it can incorporate GPS tracking using your phone’s GPS via Bluetooth. The battery life is up to 30 days on a full charge, which is massive. The Withings Health Mate app offers syncing functionality for data generated by the smartwatch. The app is available both for Android and iOS users. It is also possible to track performance through Google Fit, Apple Health, and the rest.

The ScanWatch offers ECG measurements which can be prompted when it notices some unusual health activity.

RELATED:

A new Vivo Watch with eSIM support is coming soon

By

Habeeb Onawole

-

Sep 29, 2021

Vivo launched its first smartwatch last year. The Vivo Watch, as it is officially called, is now set to get a successor and a new leak has revealed it will have a feature not available on the original.

While some folks are fine with their smartwatch being limited to telling the time and tracking health features, there are users who want more, up to the extent of being able to leave their phones at home when going for a run while not missing calls and messages. This category of users are those Vivo is targeting with its upcoming smartwatch.

According to the Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, the upcoming Vivo smartwatch, expected to launch as the Vivo Watch 2, will have an eSIM. This will allow users to be able to make and receive calls as well as send and receive messages on the smartwatch without being tethered to a phone.

In addition to having an eSIM, the source also mentioned that the watch will have support for more apps, probably in a fashion similar to the recently announced Xiaomi Watch Color 2. He also mentioned that the Vivo smartwatch will have a round dial. However, we do not know if it will be available in multiple sizes like last year’s model.

The Vivo Watch comes in 42mm and 46mm sizes with a 1.19-inch and 1.39-inch AMOLED display respectively. The smartwatch can track up to 11 sports modes, supports heart rate and blood oxygen level measurement, and has a built-in assistant, NFC, GPS, built-in storage, and a waterproof rating. The 42mm version has a 9-day battery life while the 46mm version pushed the battery life up to 18 days.

RELATED:

Deal: Buy UGREEN 65W 4 Port GaN Charger for $35 (Retail Price $45)

By

Daily Deals

-

Sep 29, 2021

UGREEN 65W 4 Port GaN Charger which generally retails for $45 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $35.29 only at AliExpress. This deal ends in 1 day.

WHERE TO BUY

UGREEN 65W 4 Port GaN Charger at $35.29 (after discount)@AliExpress

UGREEN 65W 4 Port GaN Charger

Key Features:

3C1A GaN 65W PD Charger
30% smaller in size
65% higher power
Strong insertion and stable connection
4 Ports: 3 x USB-C , 1 x USB-A
Power multiple devices simultaneously
65W Power Delivery: Fully charge MacBook Pro 13” in 1.5 hours only
Charges iPhone 11 Pro and others to 50% in just 30 mins
GaN Technology: Smaller Size, Higher Efficiency and Power, Less Heat
Supports full Quick charge protocols
Compatible with PD/QC/FCP/SCP/PPS/AFC
Universal compatibility: Huawei, Xiaomi, iPhone, Samsung, Google, LG, Apple MacBook, Huawei MateBook, Honor MagicBook, Samsung NoteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad, etc.
Compatible with iPad and Nintendo Switch
Intelligent Protection functions for Temperature, Short Circuit, Over Voltage, Electro Static, Over Power, Over Current, etc.

Generally retailing for $45, you can now buy UGREEN 65W 4 Port GaN Charger at a discounted price of $35.29 only at AliExpress. Please note that this price is applicable to the EU and US variants without 100W PD cables. You can also buy the same with the PD cable but at a higher cost. So make sure to check the variant and bundle before you place your order. This deal ends in 1 day. So place your order asap.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

* Please Note: When you buy something using the links in our articles, we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

Deal: Get Huawei Band 6 Global Version for $65

By

Daily Deals

-

Sep 29, 2021

Huawei Band 6 Global Version is now available at AliExpress for $64.79 only.

WHERE TO BUY

Huawei Band 6 Global Version at $64.79 @AliExpress

The smart band comes with a 1.47-inch rectangular AMOLED display and multiple watch faces via the Watch Face Store app. With a 14-day battery life on a full charge and 10-day life on heavy usage, the band is powerful enough for your daily needs.

Huawei Band 6 comes with a variety of health management functions like All-Day SpO2 Monitor, sleep and stress monitor, heart-rate monitor, etc, and features 96 sports mode and a special menstrual cycle tracking for women. The 5ATM waterproof smart band is available in Orange, Black, Pink, and Green colors.

Huawei Band 6 Global Version is now available at AliExpress for $64.79 only. The watch comes in different variants at slightly different prices. So be sure to select the global version before you place the order.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

* Please Note: When you buy something using the links in our articles, we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

Deal: Get UMIDIGI A11 Smartphone for $130

By

Daily Deals

-

Sep 29, 2021

UMIDIGI A11 is now available at a discounted price of $129.99 only at AliExpress. This deal ends in 1 day.

WHERE TO BUY

UMIDIGI A11 Smartphone at $129.99 (after discount)@AliExpress

UMIDIGI A11 comes with a 6.53” large full-screen display that is encased in an iconic flat-edged metal frame, making it super comfortable to hold and control your smartphone, single-handedly. The immersive display comes with a 20:9 aspect ratio and an advanced in-cell technology that pops up the brightness and color and gives you a wide viewing angle. Also keeping the pandemic in mind A11 like its predecessors features a Digital Infrared thermometer.

Talking bout the camera setup, the smartphone sports a triple camera arranged vertically on a single panel along with the Infrared Thermometer sensor and Dual LED flash. A 16MP main camera is combined with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and 5MP macro lens to give you the best photography and videography experience under the budget segment. Additionally, with a super night mode function, you can capture beautiful, bright, and clear images even in low light. The front display holds an 8MP AI Camera, sufficient for all your selfie needs.

UMIDIGI A11 though marketed as a budget smartphone, does not compromise on power and features an Helio G25 Octa-Core processor with up to 2.0GHz high frequency. The smartphone comes with Hyperengine technology which increases your game power and takes your gameplay to the next level. It offers two memory variants with LPDDR4X RAM viz: 3GB+64GB and 4GB+128GB, expandable up to 256GB with a dedicated Micro-SD slot.

The rugged smartphone is fueled by a massive 5150mAh battery and supports 10W charging via a TYPE-C port. It also comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and AI facial ID and runs on the latest stock Android 11.

The stylish yet budget smartphone, UMIDIGI A11 is now available at a discounted price of $129.99 only at AliExpress. This deal ends in 1 day. So place your order asap.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

* Please Note: When you buy something using the links in our articles, we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

Deal: Get Edifier X6 TWS Earphones for $26 (Retail Price $40)

By

Daily Deals

-

Sep 29, 2021

Edifier X6 TWS Earphone is now available at a discounted price of $26.41 only at AliExpress. This deal ends in 1 day.

WHERE TO BUY

Edifier X6 TWS Earphone at $26.41 (after discount)@AliExpress

Edifier X6 TWS Earphones

Key Features:

Small, lightweight, and exquisite
Qualcomm aptX high definition audio
Qualcomm cVc 2-MIC noise cancellation technology
Bluetooth v5.0
IP54 waterproof
Smart touch
Supports fast charging
13mm composite diaphragm – for a clear and distinct sound
Battery life: 5 hours on a single charge and 20 hours with the case
Supports quick charging technology.
Colors: White and Black

Generally retailing for $40 you can now buy Edifier X6 TWS Earphones at a discounted price of $26.41 only at AliExpress. Please note that this super deal ends in 1 day. So place your order asap.

For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.

* Please Note: When you buy something using the links in our articles, we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

Redmi Smart TV series goes on Diwali sale with a special festive offer

By

Zohaib Ahmed

-

Sep 29, 2021

Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi today announced a bunch of attractive offers on its newly launched Redmi Smart TV series, ahead of the festive fervor of “Diwali with Mi.” There are a variety of products in the TV category this year, each with exciting discounts, particularly on the 32” (80 cm) & 43” (180 cm) Redmi Smart TV.

Customers will enjoy benefits worth INR 1500 on 32” and INR 2000 on 43” Redmi televisions, making the newly launched models available at a special price of INR 14499 and INR 23999, respectively. The offers can be availed across all major e-commerce sites including Mi.com, Mi Home, Amazon.in, and even across all Mi Stores.

The sale will be commencing from 3rd October and will last until 10th October 2021. However, users can purchase the products on Mi.com during an early access sale starting 2nd October. And Amazon Prime members can grab the TV with the sale starting 3rd October on Amazon.in during the ‘Great Indian Festival.’

Marking the occasion, Eshwar Nilakantan, Category Lead – TVs, Xiaomi India mentioned, “As we step into the festive season, Redmi India is focused on making the latest technology accessible to the masses. With the Redmi Smart TV series going on sale with exciting offers, we aim to keep the festive spirit high this year as well. With our latest entrant, we are focused on delivering the best and most immersive viewing experience in its segment, thereby offering deep integration of hardware and software.”

The Redmi Smart TV 43 and Redmi Smart TV 32 will be coming with first-in-the-segment features such as DTS Virtual X, DTS-HD, Dual Band WiFi, PatchWall 4 with IMDb integration, and Dolby Audio. Further, the TVs will be running the latest Android 11 TV platform. The 43″ model has a FHD display resolution while the 32″ model comes with a 720p panel. The series also boasts a 20W speaker setup enhanced by Dolby Atmos.

Other specs include Auto Low Latency Mode, MIMO technology to bump the speed, BT 5.0 for improved connectivity and a longer range, two USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet port, AV port, and a 3.5 mm jack for uncompromised connectivity.

Last but not the least, the TVs come with PatchWall 4, ensuring a plethora of content streaming options. It is designed specially for Indian consumers and supports 15+ different languages and brings easy access to Live TV.

RELATED:

Amazon’s Blink launches a Nest-styled Smart Video doorbell & Floodlight Camera mount

By

Jed John Ikoba

-

Sep 29, 2021

A flurry of announcements of new products was made during the just-concluded Amazon September 28th event. Apart from several Amazon products that were unveiled, smart home solutions company Blink also introduced some of its new products. Blink unveiled three products during the event. They are a smart doorbell camera, the Blink Floodlight Camera, and the Blink Solar Panel Mount.

The Blink Video Doorbell is the company’s first-ever smart doorbell camera and it has a very decent $49 price tag. The video doorbell can be installed as either a wired connection or a wireless device. With two-year battery life, the device also comes with the capability of 1080p HD videos both during the day and at night. The Blink smart doorbell camera has a two-way audio system; offers chime app alerts and can be interfaced with existing home chimes.

The Blink Floodlight Camera is a battery-powered outdoor camera that can function as a motion-triggered floodlight. Its lighting source is a LED mount, and is priced at $39. The third Blink product is the Solar Panel Mount, which supplies solar power to the Blink outdoor.

The products are available from Amazon for pre-order for US residents currently. We expect the global availability to expand subsequently. A bundle of the devices is also available via Amazon.

The price of these new Blink smart home offerings could draw traffic to the products. The Blink’s long-lasting video doorbell is far less expensive than the corresponding Ring product. It remains to be seen how durable the products maybe, even though Blink claims they are long-lasting.

RELATED:

VAIO SX12 special blue-gold color edition unveiled, comes with ‘Ultrasuede’ cloth

By

Zohaib Ahmed

-

Sep 29, 2021

VAIO‘s official Hong Kong website today unveiled a special edition of its VAIO SX12 notebook called “Kachi-iro”, inspired by the traditional Samurai colors. As such, the laptop is painted an attractive brushed indigo/navy blue, accented by gold for a touch of elegance.

The VAIO SX12 Kachi-iro was built for the 5th anniversary of VAIO (via: IT Home) and comes with a special made-in-Japan ‘Ultrasuede’ cloth. VAIO says that the exclusive color is a symbol of its pride and honor from its inheritance of the mantle of Japanese manufacturing. And as a cherry on top, the indigo color should also bring the laptop’s user good luck, just as it used to bring to the Samurais of a bygone era.

Coming to its actual specifications, the VAIO SX12 notebook adopts an ultra-lightweight design and weighs only 899 grams, despite having a moderately large 12.5-inch 1080p display. It is powered by Intel’s eighth-generation Core i5-8265U and i7-8565U processors. The body has been crafted out of aluminum and stainless steel that houses a single fan for heat dissipation. The keyboard comes with backlight support.

The laptop comes with 8GB and 16GB RAM variants. Storage can be chosen between 256GB or 512GB NVMe SSD.

But perhaps the most interesting bit of the VAIO SX12 is the slew of ports and interfaces it comes with. Whether it’s VGA, RJ-45, HDMI interface, SD card slot, or Type-C port, you name it and it’s there. All this has little compromise on the device’s weight and width.

The laptop comes with a special lid design that lifts its base when it’s opened. It has support for PD fast charging with a battery life of 10.5 hours.

Last but not the least, a VAIO SX12 Kachi-iro edition purchase will also grant you a special “Ultrasuede” wiping cloth made using Japanese Toray technology. The cloth will be sporting a VAIO trademark on the front, of course.

RELATED:

Apple 96W MacBook Pro charger faces 2 to 3 months shipping delay

By

Sean

-

Sep 29, 2021

The 96W USB Type C power adapter that is designed for the 16 inch Apple MacBook Pro is suffering from long delivery times, with shipping estimates showing a sizeable 2 to 3 months of time.

The long shipping estimate was spotted by MacRumors on the Cupterino based giant’s official online store in the US. Notably, the 2 to 3 month long shipping period was also reflected on the brand’s various other online stores in multiple countries. As of right now, the adapter is also listed as unavailable for in store pickup at most of the Apple retail stores across the globe. Initially, the 2 to 3 month long shipping delay first appeared in certain regions like Japan.

But now, the issue has extended to include more countries as well. The news also arrives as the brand is rumored to be gearing up for the launch of the redesigned 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pro models later this year. In other words, the true reason for the shipping delay for the 96W MacBook Pro charger is unknown at the moment. The 96W charger was usually sold with the 16 inch MacBook Pro since the notebook initially launched back in 2019. Although, it is also available separately as well.

Notably, the company’s smaller 20W, 30W, and 61W power adapters are not facing a similar issue currently in the US. But a source from one of the Apple Authorized Reseller has informer MacRumors that the distributor has no stock of the 96W charger and are facing significant supply issues across multiple channels.

RELATED:

HUAWEI GaN Ultra-Thin Charger outputs 66W with mere 10.5mm thickness

By

Sudarshan Ravichandran

-

Sep 29, 2021

Lately, companies have been releasing compact chargers by utilizing GaN (Gallium Nitride). Some of these power adapters are so thin and small that they are called biscuit chargers. Huawei has also joined this bandwagon with its new HUAWEI GaN Ultra-Thin Charger.

At the end of the HUAWEI nova 9 series launch event, the telecom giant also announced a new charger. This charger is called HUAWEI GaN Ultra-Thin Charger.

The new travel adapter from the company measures only 10.5mm in thickness. Its entire dimensions are merely 80 mm x 43 mm x 10.5mm. The product also weighs just 62g.

Despite featuring a tiny footprint, the charger supports up to 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge protocol. It also supports USB PD 3.0 (Power Delivery) with PPS (Programmable Power Supply) for a maximum output of 40W. Additionally, there’s also support for Qualcomm QC 2.0 (Quick Charge).

In a nutshell, this single charger can be used to fill up the batteries of smartphones, tablets, laptops, wireless earphones, and others. For safety, it has 10 layers of protection like short-circuit protection, over-current protection, and under-voltage protection to name a few.

1 of 4

As far as design is concerned, the adapter looks like a biscuit and comes in a single white color option. It has a foldable pin and a single USB Type-C port. Customers need not invest in a cable separately as it ships with a 6A USB Type-C to USB Type-C 5cm cable.

The HUAWEI GaN Ultra-Thin Charger retails at ¥299 ($46) in China. It’s not known whether it will be made available in international markets.

Honor is now the 3rd largest Smartphone Brand in China

By

Sean

-

Sep 29, 2021

Honor has now become the third largest smartphone brand in China. The company has managed to beat Xiaomi in the month of August 2021 as its sales grew by 18 percent in its home country.

As per a Counterpoint Research report, the Chinese smartphone maker saw 18 percent rise month on month, which made it one of the fastest growing brands in the region. Research Director Tarun Pathak added that “After being spun off from Huawei, HONOR was able to restore ties with component players. Since then, leveraging its strong R&D capabilities, HONOR has launched new products and has been on a rapid recovery path in China. The HONOR 50 series has been an instant success in the mid-segment.”

The report added that the company is also targeting the premium segment as well. In other words, the company is expanding its smartphone offering, which should shake up the rankings within the Chinese smartphone market. Senior Analyst Varun Mishra also stated that “Over the last year, there has been a reshuffle in the Chinese market. OPPO, vivo and Xiaomi all have aggressively expanded their presence in China in terms of products, market share and distribution. Apple with its iPhone 13 launch also has a significant opportunity to capture Huawei’s premium segment. Therefore, the competition is likely to intensify further in H2 2021.”

He further added that ” HONOR will be expanding its portfolio further across price segments and geographies. However, market share growth outside China is likely to be gradual, as loyalty in the mid-segment remains low and HONOR will also have to rebuild its distribution network. Then, there are also intensifying component shortages which can likely hinder company’s expansion in 2021. Besides smartphones, HONOR is also expanding into devices like laptops, tablets, and wearables under its 1+8+N strategy, which aims to drive growth in segments beyond smartphones.”

RELATED:

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 video teaser reveals a thin & light metal build

By

Zohaib Ahmed

-

Sep 29, 2021

Lenovo is gearing up for the launch of the new Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6. The company had earlier teased the launch of a new tablet which was followed by the release of some live images. And now, a video teaser has given a complete look at the tablet.

The video posted by Lenovo Xiaoxin on Weibo reveals a large screen up front surrounded by slim bezels. Within the bezels, a selfie camera has been housed. But it is the rear of the device that stands out the most. The tablet sports a thin and light metal build and its back panel comes with a dual-tone finish. The contrast between the two sections hasn’t been overdone but is enough for an added characteristic to the otherwise plain rear.

The back also holds a dual-camera setup along with a flash. An antenna line spans across the entire length of the tablet – the length the rear camera module is the closest to. There is also an oval indentation near the edge, meant for housing the stylus when not in use. The tablet’s volume buttons are also positioned close to the camera.

Earlier, Lenovo’s product manager had shared an image that showcased the tablet running ZUI version 13.0.289, which also had also proven SD card support. Other known specs include a Samsung OLED display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Unfortunately, there is no sign of any 5G support.

A previous leak had revealed some other finer details about the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 as well. The device will reportedly feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset. On the rear, it will have a 13MP + 5MP dual-camera setup while the front will come with an 8MP + ToF system. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a USB 3.1 (Type C) port, and a 10,200mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging.

RELATED:

Apple iPhone 13 delivery time extends as COVID-19 hits Vietnam suppliers: Report

By

Sean

-

Sep 29, 2021

Apple is apparently facing issues in keeping up with demand for its newly launched iPhone 13 series. A new report has revealed that the delivery times for the new iPhones have extended even further due to the impacts of COVID-19.

According to a Reuters report, sources close to the matter have revealed that the delivery times for the new smartphones from the Cupertino based giant are longer than expected as a wave of Coronavirus infections have impacted Vietnam. In other words, it has caused issues in supply as components for the iPhone 13 lineup are assembled in the region. This includes the new camera module for the 2021 iPhone series.

The report further added that this disruption is expected to ease as early as mid October. As of right now, the impact of the new infections has affected supplied of camera modules for all four of the new iPhone 13 series models. These are assembled in Vietnam, so the wait times for your new iPhone might be longer. This is all the information available regarding this matter, so stay tuned as we will be covering any notable developments.

RELATED:

Lenovo YOGA 13s 2021 Ryzen Edition launched with Windows 11 and more

By

Sudarshan Ravichandran

-

Sep 29, 2021

Lenovo unveiled a total of five laptops yesterday with Microsoft Windows 11. You can learn about four of these models from here and here. Whereas, in this article, we will be discussing the fifth notebook called Lenovo YOGA 13s 2021 Ryzen Edition.

Lenovo YOGA 13s 2021 Ryzen Edition Specifications and Features

The Lenovo YOGA 13s 2021 Ryzen Edition features a metal body with a minimum thickness of 13.8mm. Also, it weighs around only 1.22kg.

As the branding suggests, the computer is powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5600U processor. The chipset is paired with 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB SSD. As for software, it runs Microsoft Windows 11.

Further, the laptop sports a 13-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, 100% sRGB color gamut, and TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light emission. The display supports DC dimming, Dolby Vision, and smart screen brightness.

As far as connectivity is concerned, the notebook comes with WiFi 6, 2 x USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Other features of this computer include a full-size backlit keyboard, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Modern Standby, and Windows Hello facial authentication system.

Last but not least, the laptop is backed by a 50Wh battery with support for 65W USB PD fast charging.

Lenovo YOGA 13s 2021 Ryzen Edition Price and Availability

The Lenovo YOGA 13s 2021 Ryzen Edition is priced at ¥5,199 in China. But for a limited time, it will be sold at ¥4,799.

The notebook is already up for pre-order and it is scheduled to go on sale from October 5.

Apple 2022 iPad Air won’t sport OLED panel from Samsung Display: Report

By

Sean

-

Sep 29, 2021

A new report has suggested that Apple is apparently exiting its joint project with Samsung Display for its OLED screen technology. The company won’t use the latter’s OLED for its 2022 iPad Air tablets.

According to TheElec report, the joint project has been called off due to certain reasons, which includes either the single stack structure of OLED panels or profitability or perhaps even both. Sources close to the matter revealed this information. For those unaware, a single stack is the widely used OLED panel structure where red, green, and blue form one emission layer. However, the Cupertino based giant is not “satisfied” because of the brightness levels of single stack OLED panels.

Furthermore, the iPhone maker is also wary of the panel’s lifespan as its customers are more inclined to hold onto their iPads for longer than its iPhones, which see a more aggressive upgrade cycle. At the moment, Apple is reportedly planning on moving to a two stack tandem structure for its first OLED iPad. This stack offers two red, green, and blue emission layers instead of a single one. This, in turn, helps double the brightness while also extending the panel’s life by up to four times.

Samsung currently offers single stack structure and is either not able to, or willing to supply two stack technology. The sources also added that profitability might be a major factor as well. So, shifting to a two stack technology for OLED iPad Air that might not be sold for a long time is an unsure investment for Samsung.

RELATED:

Lenovo refreshes Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 with Windows 11

By

Sudarshan Ravichandran

-

Sep 29, 2021

Yesterday, Lenovo announced five new laptops in China. The main highlight of these notebooks is that they run Microsoft Windows 11 out of the box. They are one of the few computers in the market with the latest version of Windows. Let’s take a look at two of these products in this article, namely Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Core Edition and Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Ryzen Edition.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Core Edition / Ryzen Edition Specifications and Features

As their names suggest, the new Lenovo laptops only differ in terms of processors. The Core Edition is powered by an Intel Core i5-1155G7 processor paired with NVIDIA GeForce MX450 GPU. On the other hand, the Ryzen Edition arrives in two variants featuring AMD Ryzen 5 5600U and AMD Ryzen 7 4800U processors.

Both Intel and AMD models come with 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB SSD as standard. Most importantly, they ship with Microsoft Windows 11.

The notebooks sport a 14-inch LCD panel with a 2.2K resolution, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a 100% sRGB color gamut. The anti-glare screen supports DC dimming and it is TÜV Rheinland-certified for low blue light emission.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Ryzen Edition

Connectivity options on these computers include WiFi 6, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen (Type-A), 2 x USB Type-C, and HDMI. They also have an SD card reader.

Other features include a full-size backlit keyboard, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, Windows Hello facial authentication system, a 56.5Wh battery, and 65W USB PD fast charging.

Last but not least, these laptops flaunt a metal body, measure 15.9mm in thickness, and weigh 1.41kg.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Core Edition / Ryzen Edition Price and Availability

The new Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus notebooks will retail for the following price tags in China.

Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Core Edition

Intel Core i5-1155G7 + MX450 – ¥5,899 ($912)
- Limited Time Deal – ¥5,499 ($851)

Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 Plus 2021 Ryzen Edition

AMD Ryzen 5 5600U – ¥4,799 ($742)
- Limited Time Deal – ¥4,399 ($680)
AMD Ryzen 7 4800U – ¥5,199 ($804)
- Limited Time Deal – ¥4,799 ($742)

These computers are already up for pre-order. They will be available for purchase starting October 5.