Teclast T50 with UNISOC T618 SoC and 2K display Announced; Sale starts from October 19

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Oct 12, 2021

Chinese manufacturer Teclast has officially announced a new tablet in the market. The all-new Teclast T50 comes with a UNISOC processor and has a 2k display. The tablet will go on sale exclusively on the AliExpress portal.

The Teclast T50 is currently listed on the company’s official website and it brings impressive features to the table. Unfortunately, the pricing details are unknown but they will be revealed on the first sale starting on October 19th.

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The Teclast T50 comes with an 11-inch IPS display with a 2000 x 1200 pixels resolution. The has super-slim bezels and an ultra-thin design of 7.5mm. The display has TDDI Incell Full Lamination support and features CNC machines Unibody design.

It is equipped with a 20MP single rear camera and an 8MP front camera. Under the hood, it is powered by the UNISOC T618 processor paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It has a quad-speaker system and packs a 7,500mAh battery. It supports 18W USB PD fast charging support. The tablet supports dual-SIM support with 4G connectivity. It runs on Android 11 out of the box and has a custom skin on top of it.

In related news, UNISOC recently partnered with multiple brands to launch UNISOC T618 powered devices. The new Teclast T50 seems to be one of the phones with the UNISOC T618 processor.

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Samsung Galaxy M52 vs Galaxy M51: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Oct 12, 2021

A few weeks ago, Samsung released its latest upper-midrange phone: the Galaxy M52 5G. It is the successor of the Samsung Galaxy M51 and it brings several improvements to the shelves, but its predecessor has still much to say even a year after its release. Despite its very affordable street prices, the Samsung Galaxy M51 remains one of the best battery phones out there and it offers a better camera experience than the new Galaxy M52 5G. These are the reason why the Galaxy M51 may still offer a higher value to several users. And this is the reason why we decided to publish a comparison between Samsung Galaxy M52 5G and Samsung Galaxy M51 highlighting the differences between their specifications.

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M51

	Samsung Galaxy M52 5G	Samsung Galaxy M51
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	164.2 x 76.4 x 7.4 mm, 173 grams	163.9 x 76.3 x 9.5 mm, 213 grams
DISPLAY	6.7 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), 393 ppi, Super AMOLED	6.7 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), 393 ppi, Super AMOLED Plus
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, octa-core 2.4 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, octa-core 2.2 GHz
MEMORY	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD slot	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot
SOFTWARE	Android 11, One UI	Android 11, One UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 64 + 12 + 5 MP f/1.8, f/2.2, and f/2.4 32 MP f/2.2 front camera	Quad 64 + 12 + 5 + 5 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.0 front camera
BATTERY	5000 mAh, fast charging 25W	7000 mAh, fast charging 25W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, reverse charging

Design

If we only consider the look of these two devices, the Samsung Galaxy M52 5G looks more beautiful. Its camera module is more minimalistic, the design is thinner and lighter. Both the phones are made of polycarbonate and both come with a single punch hole placed centrally on the display. The screen to body ratio is similar, with narrow bezels on all the sides. The Samsung Galaxy M51 offers something more in terms of build quality because its front glass is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3+, but if we exclude this, there are no important differences when it comes to the build quality.

Display

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G and Samsung Galaxy M51 are equipped with Super AMOLED Plus displays sporting a diagonal of 6.7 inches and a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The image quality is exactly the same and the displays do not come with embedded fingerprint readers. The fingerprint readers are placed at the sides, on the power keys. The only difference between the displays is the refresh rate: the new Samsung Galaxy M52 5G has a 120 Hz refresh rate, while the Galaxy M51 has a standard 60 Hz refresh rate. So, with the Galaxy M52 5G, you can get a smoother viewing experience and it will be useful especially if you are a gamer.

Specs & Software

The 5G connectivity is one of the most important differences between Samsung Galaxy M52 5G and Galaxy M51. On the former, you can get this connectivity, while the latter only supports 4G LTE. Further, the Samsung Galaxy M52 5G has a stronger processor: the Snapdragon 778G mobile platform running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz, way better than the Snapdragon 730G found on the Galaxy M51. The memory configurations are the same: you can choose 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage or 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The internal storage is expandable through a micro SD slot. Note that Samsung Galaxy M52 5G ships with Android 11 out of the box, while Galaxy M51 runs Android 10: with the newer model, you would get longer software support.

Camera

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G has the same main camera as the Galaxy M51: a 64 MP sensor with an f/1.8 focal aperture. On both the phones, the main camera is paired with a 12 MP ultrawide lens and a 5 MP macro camera, but the Galaxy M51 adds a 5 MP depth sensor making its camera setup more versatile. Further, the Samsung Galaxy M51 has a better front camera: we are talking about a 32 MP sensor with an f/2.0 focal aperture and 4K video recording.

Battery

Besides providing a better camera setup, the Samsung Galaxy M51 also comes with a bigger battery and it can achieve a longer battery life. With a whopping 7000 mAh of capacity, the Galaxy M51 is one of the best battery phones in the market and it can also be used as a power bank thanks to reverse charging.

Price

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G debuted in the Indian market with a starting price tag of Rs. 25,999 / $345, while the Galaxy M51 was priced at Rs. 19,999 / $265, but it is currently available at more affordable prices because it is one year old. If we exclude the battery, the Samsung Galaxy M52 5G is a way better phone, but it is more expensive. Which one would you pick?

Read More: Samsung Galaxy M52 5G launched in India with Snapdragon 778G, 120Hz AMOLED display, and more

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M51: PROs and CONS

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G

PROs

5G
Better chipset
120 Hz refresh rate
Thinner and lighter

CONS

Smaller battery

Samsung Galaxy M51

PROs

Huge battery
Reverse charging
Additional depth sensor
Better front camera

CONS

No 5G

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Xbox Series X SpongeBob SquarePants-themed edition unveiled

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 12, 2021

The latest Microsoft Xbox Series X gaming console is sporting a design reminiscent of the popular cartoon character Spongebob Squarepants, with the matching controllers to boot. The new colorful Xbox Series X gaming console goes alongside the Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl, a multiplayer game consisting of characters like Spongebob Squarepants, the Legend of Korra, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and others.

The new Xbox Series X Spongebob Squarepants-themed gaming console is a limited-edition product and is not for sale. The package will be giveaways via a sweepstake that fans can participate in by retweeting a tweet from the official Xbox Twitter handle until October 24. There are no indications yet on the actual number of units of the console that will be available for the giveaway competition but that information will become available as we inch towards the final day of competition.

The driving concept for the Spongebob Squarepants Xbox Series X seems a good match between the Microsoft Xbox console and the cartoon character, albeit without its legs. It is expected that the giveaway competition for the Spongebob-themed Xbox Series X will draw more cartoon fans to the expanding Xbox customer base. The Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl will also accentuate the appeal for the Xbox Series X, as it sports a mixture of iconic characters cut across several comic franchises.

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Realme Narzo 50 could launch later this month

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Pranav

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Oct 12, 2021

Last month, Realme launched the Narzo 50 series in India comprising the Narzo 50A and Narzo 50i. However, the other Narzo 50 siblings were not launched at the event. Now, the company is expected to bring the Realme Narzo 50 and Realme Narzo 50 Pro soon and the launch details for the same has appeared on the Internet.

According to tipster Mukul Sharma(via 91Mobiles), the Realme Narzo 50 and Narzo 50 Pro will debut later this month or in early November. That said, the phones are expected to launch in the Indian market and may debut in some other major regions later this year.

As of now, there’s no detail regarding the specs of the Narzo 50 duo but we expect the series to pass various certifications considering that the launch is pipelined.

Talking about the Narzo 50A and 50i, the phones feature a similar shell but has a different rear design. The Realme Narzo 50A features a 6.5-inch display and has a triple camera system It has a 50MP main sensor, a 2MP portrait lens, and a 2MP macro lens. Upfront, it has an 8MP camera for selfies.

The camera details regarding the Narzo 50i are unknown but it has some downgraded specs compared to the Narzo 50A. The Narzo 50i has a smaller 5,000mAh battery, whereas the 50A houses a 6,000mAh battery cell. It comes in 2GB RAM and 32GB base configuration, while the 50A has 4GB RAM and 64GB base variant.

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Apple schedules event for Oct. 18, new Apple M1X Macs expected

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 12, 2021

It has been almost a month since the last Apple launch event which was for the iPhone 13 series and new iPad models. Apple has now announced that it will be holding another hardware launch this month, specifically on October 18.

The Apple event is expected to be for the launch of new MacBook Pro models that will be powered by a new chipset dubbed the Apple M1X, a successor to the Apple Apple M1 announced last year.

Unleashed! These next six days are going to speed by. #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/0ops2bVPvl

— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) October 12, 2021

According to Ross Young, the CEO of Display Supply Chain, the new MacBook Pro will use displays from LG Display and Sharp, the same suppliers for the iPad Pro. Based on this, he says we should expect similar technologies on the new computers such as oxide backplanes, miniLED backlight, and 120Hz refresh rate. Out of all these features, he specifically states that MiniLED is confirmed.

Alongside the new MacBooks, Apple is also expected to announce a new Mac Mini that will be powered by the same M1X chipset. This new model will be a higher-end version of the existing Apple M1-powered Mac Mini launched last year. It has also been reported that it will pack more ports.

Another product expected to launch on that day is the AirPods 3. Back in September, it was disclosed that the new earbuds are already in production with a planned release for October. The AirPods 3 are expected to have a design similar to that of the AirPods Pro. It should also have a new chipset, support for Apple Lossless Audio Codec, and better battery life compared to its predecessor.

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Blackview BV4900s launched with improved SoC and Android 11 for $98.79

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Simranpal Singh

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Oct 12, 2021

Blackview BV4900s is the latest smartphone and the successor to the Blackview BV4900. It features a couple of major advancements which improve its performance and usability. The new Blackview rugged smartphone meets the emerging demands of the fans who were looking to get a hold of an advanced rugged smartphone. Featuring the Android 11 and an improved octa-core processor, the smartphone offers enhanced performance.

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Better Android 11 Go OS

Blackview BV4900s packs improved features via the Android 11 Go OS with Smart Doke OS 2.0 skin on the top. The new OS brings an overall new experience which improves the overall functionality and improves the usability. It features preinstalled System manager, Doke Mode, Clone Phone, Customized Wallpaper, etc. Moreover, the smartphone features enhanced privacy and smarter device control features to improve the overall experience.

Data protection and privacy improvements are part of the parcel.

Powerful Performance

Blackview BV4900s comes packed with octa-core Unisoc SC9863A SoC which couples a 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The SoC features ARm Cortex-A55 cores with one cluster clocked at 1.2GHz and the other at 1.6Ghz. The smartphone is now capable to handle CPU-intensive tasks.

Military Grade Protection

Blackview BV4900s smartphone comes with MIL-STD-810G, IP68, and IP69K certification. The rugged device offers enhanced protection from water as all the bits and tiny spaces are well-proofed again leakage or breakage. The aluminum buttons on the left side offer a premium look and lifetime durability.

Symmetrical Design

Blackview BV4900s offers a beautiful tough look with symmetrical aesthetics. The device measures 13.7mm in thinness and weighs 261 grams.

Large Battery

The smartphone comes with a massive 5580mAh battery which is enough for a couple of days’ standby. Blackview BV4900s flaunts an OTG cable for varied uses.

Blackview BV4900s comes with a large 5.7-inch HD+ display having 720 x 1440 pixels resolution. Blakcivew BV4900s offers a vivid viewing experience optimized for a fluidic experience.

An 8MP camera is present on the rear side to offers decent photos. Another 5MP camera is present on the front for selfies.

Pricing

Blakcivew BV4900s is retailing for $98.79 starting from October 8 to October 20. Interested users can order BV4900s from the official Blackview Store at a discounted price.

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Samsung subjects the Galaxy Z Fold3 & Z Flip3 to rigorous durability tests (Video)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 12, 2021

The Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 smartphones are the latest Samsung innovations, with both models sporting foldable displays. The revolutionary smartphones are the first foldable models that are water-resistant due to their excellent design.

A seeming official Samsung video has revealed the rigorous process of testing the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 to establish their durability. The two smartphone models are primed to last a long time due to their decent durability rating. The video shows some of the tests the devices are subjected to before their release into the market.

According to Samsung in a press statement, both the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 can withstand 200,000 folds without being damaged. To put this humongous figure in proper perspective, if a user averages about 50 folds in a day, it will take about 10 years to accomplish 200,000 folds.

The video showed the smartphone undergoing immersion in water, environmental chamber testing, and the S Pen testing. The video shows that both smartphones will keep working even in extreme weather conditions. It is however also advised that the phones should not be left in salty seawater or swimming pools.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 come with an impressive hinge system that allows the phones to be folded across the display without damage to internal components. Recently Samsung reported that it achieved the sale of one million units of the models within a short period in its home market of South Korea. The Galaxy Z Flip3 is the cheaper of the two models and accounted for 70% of the Korean sales as reported recently.

Deal: Get JBL T180A In-Ear Earphone for $14 (Retail Price $25)

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Oct 12, 2021

JBL T180A In-Ear Earphone which generally retails for $25 is now available at a discounted price of $14.26 only at AliExpress. This deal ends on 17 Oct.

WHERE TO BUY

JBL T180A In-Ear Earphone at $14.26 @AliExpress

JBL T180A In-Ear Earphone

Key Features:

Intelligent Noise Reduction
Comfortable and ergonomic design
Strong Bass
A rich natural sound
Clear Treble
Anti winding flat cable
Strong compatibility
3.5mm audio jack
High-grade Microphone
Colors: Red, Black, Silver, Pink, Green

Generally retailing for $25 you can now buy JBL T180A In-Ear Earphone at a discounted price of $14.26 only at AliExpress. This deal ends on 17 Oct. So place your order asap.

Please note that the above price is region-specific and the final price may vary according to your shipping region, warehouse, and regional taxes.

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OnePlus Nord 2 Pac-Man limited edition is coming

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 12, 2021

OnePlus is no stranger to limited edition phones based on pop culture. Some of its limited-edition phones include the OnePlus 5T Star Wars Limited Edition, the OnePlus 6 Avengers Edition, and the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition. The manufacturer is now set to announce another limited edition phone and from available info, it is the Nord 2 Pac-Man Edition.

The folks at Oxygen Updater and XDA Developers have discovered several strings and bits of info from the teardown of multiple APKs following a recent update of the OnePlus Nord 2 smartphone, all of which point towards a Pac-Man version of the phone.

Among the discovered details are a new PAC-Man themed lock screen in the OnePlus Launcher (v5.2.3.4). The new lockscreen has a yellow text in the same hue as the titular character of the game as well as eyes from the ghosts in the game. It was also discovered that OnePlus has added a new XML configuration file named “default_workspace_5x5_pacman.xml” as well as the PAC-MAN 256 – Endless Maze game to the OnePlus folder on the default homescreen.

Alongside the above is a new fingerprint animation based on the PAC-MAN game. There are also references to the popular Bandai Namco game in the Gallery app which mentions a custom sticker after charging for a period of time.

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— Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) October 12, 2021

The confirmation that the phone is a OnePlus Nord 2 PAC-MAN edition comes from Max Jambor @MaxJmb who is known for his OnePlus-related leaks. In a tweet posted earlier today, he shared a photo of the game character eating up the Nord 2.

We do not know when this limited edition phone will launch but it shouldn’t be far off.

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Nokia G300 packing a Snapdragon 480 5G SoC, 4,470mAh battery goes official

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 12, 2021

HMD Global licensee of the Nokia smartphone brand has announced the Nokia G300 smartphone. The device has been a regular in leaks in recent times was expected to launch in the early weeks of October.

The Nokia G300 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 480 chipset. The Snapdragon 480 was also deployed in some of Nokia’s latest offerings like the G50, X10, and X20. The chipset will offer some incremental advantages over some earlier models. The Qualcomm chipset is also 5G-enabled, further increasing the credentials of the model.

The mid-range model features a 6.57-inch LCD screen with an HD+ resolution of 720p+ and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The display features a v-notch design that houses an 8MP selfie camera. The processor is paired with 4GB RAM with a 64GB internal storage and microSD card capacity of up to 1TB.

The camera setup of the G300 5G looks pretty underwhelming on the surface. The triple rear camera setup includes a 16MP main sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP depth sensor. As per the camera specs, the Nokia G300 5G lies between the G10 and G20 on both ends of the spectrum. The Nokia G300 camera also brings support for EIS, and Night mode. The device equally features support for OZO audio surround, and wind noise cancellation.

In terms of the interface, the Nokia G300 5G runs on the Android 11 operating system. The new device packs a generous 4,470 mAh battery with fast charging support.

The Nokia G300 carries a price tag of $200 and will go on sale in the US from October 19. The device will be sold exclusively via pre-paid carriers: Straight Talk and TracFone Wireless.

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Deal: Buy 70mai Vehicle Jump Starter for $55 (Retail Price $100)

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Oct 12, 2021

70mai Jump Starter which generally retails for $100 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $55.19 only at AliExpress. This deal ends in 1 day.

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70mai Jump Starter at $55.19 @AliExpress

With a 70mai Jump Starter, you can jump-start a 100% dead battery in just seconds. This jump starter features a compact and portable design but comes with a strong power storage capacity. Fully charged, the starter will easily have a balance of 85% power after a year. Designed for 12V vehicles, this starter is widely compatible and works with most vehicles like Cars, SUVs, Motorcycles, Trucks, etc. The USP of 70mai Jump starter lies in its Extreme Weather adaptability. You can use the starter even in extremely cold temperatures of -20˚c to -60˚c.

Key Features:

11100mAh battery capacity
Jump Start a 3.0L Vehicle up to 40 times on a Single Charge
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Designed for 12V vehicles with up to 4.0L gas and 2.0L diesel engines
Multi-safety features like protection from overcharge, overheat, over-voltage, etc.
Support electronic charging
LED Flashlight

Generally retailing for $100, you can now buy 70mai Jump Starter at a discounted price of $55.19 only at AliExpress. Please note that this product is available only at the Poland and Spain warehouses. This deal ends in 1 day. So place your order asap.

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Black Shark 4S ranks first in DXOMARK audio, new Black Shark TWS earphones teased

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 12, 2021

The Black Shark 4S series smartphones are all set to be released on October 13 and Black Shark has been giving out teasers on a spree ahead of the launch event. The latest one has revealed that the Black Shark 4S ranks the top in the DXOMARK audio ratings.

This has been made possible thanks to the outstanding, top-level audio hardware on the phone. The previous rank holder was the Black Shark 4 Pro with a score of 81, so it looks like the company has broken its own previous record, even beating the likes of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (75 score).

In addition, Black Shark will also be launching the first TWS headset built exclusively for gamers along with the 4S series. The earphones will sport a “Mecha-style” design that can achieve “ultra-low latency.”

Some of the known specifications about the Black Shark 4S include the Snapdragon 888+ flagship processor combined with an enhanced UFS 3.1 + SSD disk array system for improved read/write speeds. It will have support for 120W fast charging, be powered by a 4500mAh battery, and have a 144Hz 6.67-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED display.

In addition, the phone will also sport a dual-zone screen pressure sensitivity feature that will allow two pressure-sensitive zones to be set on the screen. These two zones can then be tied to any on-screen controls, effectively providing a superior gaming experience.

Last but not the least, the Black Shark 4S Pro was recently spotted on AnTuTu with 16GB RAM and 256 storage, recording a very impressive score of 887,734 – a new record for Android flagships.

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Huawei Nova 8i lands in Germany for €349 with free FreeBuds 4i

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Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 12, 2021

Huawei has quietly announced a new smartphone in Europe. The new device is the Nova 8i and it has made its debut in Germany.

The Nova 8i is a 4G smartphone that was announced first in Malaysia last July. Now, those in Europe can get their hands on the device, and if you are in Germany, you get a free pair of earbuds too.

The Huawei nova 8i is a 6.67-inch phone with a 2376 x 1080 display that has a pill-shaped cut-out at the top left corner. There is a Snapdragon 662 processor under the hood along with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

On the back of the phone are four cameras – a 64MP f/1.9 primary sensor, an 8MP f/2.4 ultrawide angle camera with a 120º field of view, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. Up in front is a 16MP camera. Huawei says there is a built-in AI for noise reduction that allows for sharper nighttime photos.

There is a 4300mAh battery inside the Nova 8i and it charges from empty to full in 38 minutes thanks to having support for 66W fast charging. The phone has 7 antennas and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. It also runs EMUI 11 out of the box with Huawei Mobile Services.

Huawei is offering the phone in Moonlight Silver and Starry Black and has put a price tag of €349 on the phone according to an Amazon listing shared by Roland Quandt. If you plan to purchase the phone, we advise you do so as soon as possible as Amazon has an option where buyers get a free pair of FreeBuds 4i earbuds. The Huawei earbuds which have active noise cancellation and 10-hour battery life (without the case), launched for €99 earlier this year. While they are now selling for €59, getting them for free is even better.

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Xiaomi unveils the MIJIA Smart Laser Rangefinder priced at 169 yuan (~$26)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Oct 12, 2021

Laser rangefinders have come to replace the traditional measuring tape as they not only offer ease of measuring data but are also compact and less cumbersome to use. With laser rangefinders, the margin of errors is also reduced drastically. Xiaomi has previously launched a couple of rangefinders manufactured by its eco-chain partners. The company has now launched the first MIJIA-branded one dubbed MIJIA Smart Laser Rangefinder.

The MIJIA Smart Laser Rangefinder has only one control button that can be turned on by long-pressing it for 2 seconds. A short press starts the measurement while double-clicking the button switches the front and back benchmarks. The single-button design makes it easy to operate the device.

The body is made of lightweight aluminum alloy and high-strength engineering plastics, which not only have a matte appearance but are also more wear-resistant and scratch-resistant. After a short press to launch the gadget, it can display the current length in real-time. The rangefinder uses a precise and stable Class II laser, which is as close as 5cm and as far as 40m.

The MIJIA Smart Laser Rangefinder is equipped with dual-shot single-receiving laser heads. The complex steps of the laser emission calibration-display data series are completed in an instant, and the data accuracy can reach ±3mm, which is accurate and stable.

In addition, the gadget supports multiple functions such as connecting to mobile phones and linking with the MIJIA app to realize data synchronization, length/area/volume calculation, floor plan surveying and mapping, drawing sharing, and viewing effects.

The smart laser rangefinder has a built-in high-brightness LCD display that can display current measurement data, historical measurement data, measurement standards, units, power, and other information. In terms of battery life, the built-in 370mAh lithium battery can measure 3000 sets of data when fully charged.

As for the prices, the MIJIA Smart Laser Rangefinder is officially available on Xiaomi Youpin at a retail price of 199 yuan (~$30) while it will be sold under crowdfunding for 169 yuan (~$26). The crowdfunding will commence at 10:00 am on October 13 via Xiaomi Mall and Xiaomi Youpin.

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New Sony Xperia coming this month but no one knows what it is

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 12, 2021

Sony isn’t known for releasing phones on a spree and with launches like the Xperia 10 III Lite, Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III, and Xperia 10 III, it was thought that the company is done and dusted with their offerings for 2021. However, the Japanese company has now surprised us all with their latest announcement.

Sony took to Twitter today to declare a new “Xperia Product Announcement” to be held on October 26. No other information was provided apart from this. However, considering the fact that Xperia is the brand name of smartphones and tablets from Sony, it is safe to assume that the product to be launched will indeed be a tablet or phone.

Another peculiarity is the image used by Sony for its announcement. It can be said that it is a rather cryptic portrayal of light falling on a camera lens, although it could just be us overthinking things and it’s nothing but art.

If it indeed is a phone, then it could be from a brand new series. But of course, there’s no evidence pointing towards the product being a smartphone in the first place.

Sony will perhaps be kind enough to satisfy our curiosity with more of such teasers ahead of the launch. If not, then all we can do is wait for the said October 26 launch date.

Regardless, the launch will be streamed via YouTube through its @sonyxperia channel on October 26, 2021, 12:00 JST or October 25, 2021, 23:00 EDT, so stay tuned. Until then, let us know what you think the Sony Xperia product announcement will have in store in the comments below.

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Xiaomi 11T Pro teardown showcases abundant use of graphite & copper for cooling

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Sean

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Oct 12, 2021

The Xiaomi 11T Pro is the latest flagship smartphone from the company that offers top notch features and hardware. Now, a new teardown video offers us a look at the inside of the smartphone revealing its layout.

The disassembly video was shared on YouTube by PBKreviews who tore the device down to showcase its internal and rate its reparability. In the video, the YouTuber found that the smartphone used an abundance of thermal materials used to keep the smartphone cool. These heat dissipation materials include graphite and copper. After opening the back panel the channel found a number of screws that had to be removed before reaching the main internal components like cameras.

The plastic cover above the cameras houses the NFC module, antenna lines, and a large graphene film strip that can be found above the battery pack. Furthermore, the device features a dual battery structure with each module having its own connection cable. Even the motherboard sports its own elaborate cooling system with graphene films, thermal paste, and copper tape that helps keep the thermals of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC low.

Interestingly, the teardown video went on to showcase the smartphone’s reparability. The channel gave the Xiaomi 11T Pro a score of 8 out of 10 in terms of repairs, stating that one doesn’t need to remove too many components to gain access to the screen in case the display gets damaged and needs a replacement. Apart from that, it is clear the Chinese tech giant placed an emphasis on cooling with the plentiful use of thermal materials.

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Samsung joins hands with movie directors to shoot entire films on Galaxy S21 Ultra

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Sean

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Oct 12, 2021

Samsung Electronics has just announced that it is partnering up with film directors to showcase the capabilities of its flagship Galaxy S21 Ultra, with entire films being shot on the smartphone.

The South Korean tech giant will be partnering with British film director Joe Wright, wjo is best known for his work on Pride and Prejudice and Atonement. The company will start the campaign with the Princess & Peppernose, which will be directed by Joe Wright. This project is a musical film that uses both live action choreography and puppetry. But all of these shots are captured on the company’s Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Furthermore, Samsung is also working on another firm that will be shot “#withGalaxy,” which features Chinese director Sha Mo, who is known for Love Will Tear Us Apart and My Huckleberry Friends. As per official notes, “Sha Mo used the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G to capture footage for his new film Kids of Paradise, a poetic look at conflicts between children in a small school by the countryside. To capture the story, Sha Mo relied on Director’s Mode of the Galaxy S21 Ultra to record three different shots at once for an intuitive, almost professional-like filming experience.”

With this campaign, the company aims on continuing its partnership with more film directors from across the globe to highlight the camera’s of its flagship Samsung smartphones. Notably, both of these new films will be featured at the Busan International Film Festival in South Korea, which is set for later this month.

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Zepp OS does bring better battery life compared to Amazfit OS

By

Habeeb Onawole

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Oct 12, 2021

When Zepp OS was announced in July, one of the new features the manufacturer revealed the new operating system would bring is an improvement in power consumption. With the launch of the new Amazfit GTR 3 and Amazfit GTS 3, that claim is indeed true as both watches do have better battery life, at least on paper, than their predecessors.

The Amazfit GTR 2 and Amazfit GTS 2 launched with a battery capacity of 471mAh and 246mAh respectively. Surprisingly, the new Amazfit GTR 3 has a smaller 450mAh battery compared to its predecessor while the new Amazfit GTS 3 has a 250mAh battery which is a tad bigger than that of its predecessor. Nevertheless, the Amazfit GTS 3 with its smaller battery capacity, but the same 1.39-inch display size as the Amazfit GTR 2, has better battery life. The Amazfit GTR 3 which has a slightly bigger battery but also a larger 1.75-inch screen compared to its predecessor, the Amazfit GTS 2 whose screen is 1.65 inches, also has better battery life.

The table below shows how the new smartwatches compare to the old ones with respect to battery life:

	Amazfit GTR 3	Amazfit GTR 2	Amazfit GTS 3	Amazfit GTS 2
Display size and resolution	1.39 inches AMOLED 454 x 454	1.39 inches AMOLED 454 x 454	1.75 inches AMOLED 390 x 450	1.65 inches AMOLED 348 x 442
Battery capacity	450mAh	471mAh	250mAh	246mAh
Typical Usage	Up to 21 days	Up to 14 days	Up to 12 days	Up to 7 days
Heavy Usage	Up to 10 days	Up to 6.5 days	Up to 6 days	Up to 3.5 days
Battery Saver Mode	35 days	Up to 38 days	Up to 20 days	Up to 20 days

Amazfit GTR 3 vs Amazfit GTR 2

As shown in the table above, the Amazfit GTR 3, even with its smaller battery capacity has an additional 7 days of battery life when compared to its predecessor for typical usage. For heavy usage, it also gets an extra 3.5 days of battery life which is quite impressive. Surprisingly, in battery saver mode, its battery life is 3 days fewer.

Amazfit GTS 3 vs Amazfit GTS 2

The Amazfit GTS 3 has a bigger display than its predecessor and a slightly bigger battery. It is understandable that it has a bigger battery since the larger display means the overall watch is bigger and there should be more space to squeeze in a bigger battery. However, since the screen is bigger and the difference in battery capacity is very small, one wouldn’t expect a significant difference in battery life, right?

Turns out the Amazfit GTS 3 is as impressive in terms of battery life just like its circular sibling. In typical usage mode, its battery life is 5 days more than that of the Amazfit GTS 2. It also lasts for an additional 2.5 days in heavy usage mode when compared to its predecessor. In battery saver mode, both smartwatches have the same battery life.

Zepp OS – A promise delivered

It is pretty nice to see that the promise of better power consumption with the arrival of Zepp OS is not false. Although the details above were pulled from their product pages, we don’t expect a significant deviation, if at all, when the watches are reviewed.

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Realme GT Neo2 Roundup – features, price, launch, & more – all there’s to know!

By

Zohaib Ahmed

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Oct 12, 2021

The Realme GT Neo2 has been extremely successful in China owing to its amazing specs and attractive, premium design offered at quite a wallet-friendly price. Ahead of its global debut on October 13, here’s all you need to know before you make up your mind about grabbing one off the shelf.

Design & Display

The Realme GT Neo2 sports a design that’s not too different from the latest offerings by OnePlus. Take the OnePlus 9R, for example, which has a camera module with a design quite comparable to the one found on the GT Neo2. Both also come with punch-hole front cameras aligned to the left. The parallels between the design language between the duo shouldn’t come as a surprise though considering their common parent company.

As for the display on the Realme GT Neo2, it is a high-end 120Hz AMOLED panel with HDR10+ supported, capable of lighting all the way up to 1300 nits (claimed). The size stands at 6.62-inches.

Cameras on the Realme GT Neo2

The camera module on the rear is a particularly good-looking one but it’s what it packs that is the main highlight. The triple camera array is comprised of a 64MP primary shooter with an f/1.8 aperture, a 8MP ultrawide sensor, and finally a 2MP macro. The primary is capable of shooting crisp 4K videos at 60fps.

Coming to the front, the selfie camera is housed within a relatively small punch-hole and sports a 16MP sensor. This one’s capable of recording up to 1080p/30fps.

Other Specifications

The main highlight of the phone is the processor it is powered with – the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. Being flagship-level, the chip is one of the most powerful in the Android world as of now.

But with great power also comes the great responsibility of keeping the phone’s temperature under control, and that’s something Realme has nailed thanks to the implementation of a diamond ice core cooling system that covers 17932mm² in terms of surface area with aerospace-grade cooling gel.

The processor is fed by a 5000mAh battery capable of filling up at 65W. Additionally, the device has dual stereo speakers, a 600Hz touch sampling rate, and Dolby Atmos Games support. All of the phone’s components are protected by Gorilla Glass 5 from the outside.

Software

The phone will be booting into Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 despite Android 12 hitting stable. This shouldn’t be a problem though considering that Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0 development is currently in full swing.

Colors, Price, & Release

Colors are perhaps the most interesting bit of the phone and have been heavily marketed as well. The smartphone will come in three color options in India, including Neo Black, Neo Green, and Neo Blue. There are talks about a special Mercedes-AMG special edition as well, although it’s unclear if it will be making its way to India.

The phone will be launched in Europe as well, with the base variant with 8GB+128GB config costing EUR 369 and a 12GB+256GB config priced at EUR 459.

In India, it will be launched on October 13 with the Realme October product launch event, likely at a price between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 30,000. The variants will be the same as the ones to be sold in Europe.

Other Products Expected at Event

The Indian October Realme launch event will also be unveiling Realme Buds Air 2 (Closer Green), Realme 4K Google TV Stick, and Realme Brick Bluetooth Speaker. Along with this, multiple gaming accessories namely Realme Cooling Back Clip Neo, Type-C SuperDart Game Cable, and Mobile Game Triggers will be released. Head here to know more about it all.

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Amazfit Powerbuds Pro launched in China, with heart rate and posture monitoring feature

By

Sean

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Oct 12, 2021

Earlier today (12th October 2021), Huami had launched the new Amazfit GTR 3, GTR 3 Pro, GTS 3 in China. Alongside the new smartwatches, the company also officially announced the new Powerbuds Pro for the region.

The Powerbuds Pro is the latest hearables launched by the Chinese company in its home country. Although, these true wireless earphones had initially launched outside of China back in July 2021. Huami has offered the new TWS earbuds with a stem design along with dual tone white and gray color design. Each earbud weighs 6.7 grams and has IP55 dust and water resistance rating as well. Notably, despite being an audio based product, the earphones offer various useful health related features as well.

This includes calories burned, heart rate, step, and even posture monitoring system. In other words, users can receive real time voice notifications about their distance, heart rate, and more with every kilometer or mile when running, walking, or cycling. The earbuds can even detect and show in the app the sitting angle of your cervical spine. In terms of audio, a major upgrade over its predecessor is the inclusion of active noise cancellation (ANC), which the company claims can reduce noise by up to 40dB.

The charging case can be charged via a USB Type C port that is said to offer up to 30 hours of battery life. Its earbuds house a 68mAh battery while the charging case stores a 510Mah battery pack. Similar to the smartwatches, the new Powerbuds Pro will also go on sale later today, with its introductory price being 899 Yuan (roughly 139 US Dollars), which is 10 US Dollars cheaper than its original global launch price tag.

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