Infinix Zero X unveiled alongside the Zero X Pro and Zero X Neo

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Sep 13, 2021

Transsion Holding subsidiary Infinix has finally launched the much-anticipated Zero X series smartphones. The series is made up of the Zero X, Zero X Pro, and Zero X Neo. The three smartphones stand out in the photography segment as they emerge as the first Infinix models to feature periscope lenses.

The three smartphones are equipped with 5x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom which makes them all capable of capturing a Moon shot. Infinix also included a new camera algorithm which it dubbed the Galileo Engine. The engine controls the camera while capturing images of the Moon. It then processes the data and outputs the best result.

In terms of the configuration, the Infinix Zero X shares the same screen size as the Zero X Pro. The duo presents with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate support. On its part, the Zero X Neo features a larger 6.78-inch LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate.

All three smartphones are powered by the MediaTek Helio G95 chipset built on a 12nm process and featuring two Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.05GHz. The chipset also pairs with a Mali-G76 MC4 GPU. The processor ordinarily supports a 90Hz refresh rate but is bundled with MediaTek’s Intelligent Display chipset which brings support for a higher refresh rate. The processor is paired with 8GB RAM on all three models with UFS 2.2 storage.

On the camera aspect, the three models have different setups. The Zero X Pro lives up to its name with a 108MP sensor equipped with OIS. The vanilla Zero X uses a 64MP sensor also equipped with OIS while the Zero X Neo packs a 48MP main sensor but doesn’t have OIS. The three phones feature an 8MP periscope lens and an 8MP ultrawide sensor that doubles as a macro shooter. The selfie camera is also the same 16MP shooter with dua-LED flash on all three.

Keeping the lights on is a 5000mAh battery with support for 18W charging on the X Neo. While the Zero X and X Pro both pack a 4,500mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. The charger is said to be capable of going from 0% to 40% in 15 minutes.

For interface, the trio runs on the latest Android 11-based custom UI XOS 7.6. While the Pro model is available 128GB and 256 GB options, the X and X Neo only come in 128GB options. The Zero X Pro will be available in Nebula Black, Starry Silver, and Tuscany Brow while the vanilla Zero X will come in Black and Silver. The Zero X Neo will be available in Black, Silver, and Bahamas Blue.

Infinix is yet to reveal the prices of the models but they are expected to go on sale in Nigeria, Thailand, Indonesia, Egypt, and other regions soon.

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Deal: Get HaleBor 40 x 22 HD Binoculars for $13 (Retail Price $30)

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Sep 13, 2021

HaleBor 40 x 22 HD Binoculars which generally retails for $30 is now available at a discounted price of $13.34 only at AliExpress. This super deal ends in 15 hours.

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HaleBor 40 x 22 HD Binoculars

Key Features:

Small, lightweight, and portable
Perfect for outdoor camping, sports, hunting, travel, etc
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Exclusive: TECNO CAMON 18 will bring powerful 60x Zoom cameras along with the new Helio G96!

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Sep 13, 2021

The TECNO CAMON 18 is meeting us very soon. And today, we have got our hands on some photos of the latest CAMON model from TECNO, likely releasing around early October. We still don’t have a lot of details about the phone, but the render reveals a triple-camera set-up and a classy chrome-inspired color. As you can see in the image below, the key feature of the upcoming phone is going to be its 60x zoom, which will be paired with TECNO’s proprietary AI TAIVOS technology. The new camera setup is said to capture significantly better photos than its predecessor.

TECNO CAMON 18 Leaked Camera Details

CAMON 18’s triple camera setup will have an aperture range between f/1.6 – 3.5, and a lens between 16-135mm. The cameras don’t seem to protrude much, and the overall design looks pretty clean with round corners. We can also see a fingerprint sensor situated conveniently on the side, which is increasingly becoming common among smartphones in the past couple of years.

Well, this was about its design. But we also have details about CAMON 18’s hardware.

We have got information that the TECNO CAMON 18 Premier is going to be the first phone to be released with Mediatek’s latest Helio G96 chip in the African market. And with 60x zoom camera at the back, the CAMON 18 seems to shift its focus towards better photography.

Tecno CAMON 18 Release

As for the release date, the CAMON 18 Premier will make its entry sometime in October. No details have been released yet about the pricing or its availability, so we will have to wait for more details to be released closer to the launch date. The colors that we have above look interesting, but there could be more options at launch.

HUAWEI PixLab X1 is a desktop printer powered by HarmonyOS

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Sep 13, 2021

At its event in China today, Huawei also announced its first desktop printer, the PixLab X1. The printer packs some pretty interesting features, some of which work best with other Huawei products. It is also powered by HarmonyOS.

The PixLab X1 is a laser printer that can only print in black and white. It can print up to 28 pages per minute and Huawei says it also supports automatic double-sided printing. The printer also doubles as a copier and a smart flatbed scanner. When scanning documents such as ID cards, the printer will automatically correct the orientation of the card if positioned randomly.

Weighing almost 9.5 kilograms, the Huawei PixLab X1 comes in a single colorway – white. It has capacitive touch controls that occupy the entire length and the spec sheet says it has 512MB of RAM and 4GB of storage. There is a USB 2.0 port, a 10/100 M Base-TX port, Bluetooth 5.0, and Wi-Fi 5. It also has NFC, so you can easily print from a device with NFC such as your phone with a single touch.

Huawei says that once a user account is connected to the computer, all devices under that account are automatically added to the printer, so there is no need for a separate pairing for each device. Users can also share the printer with family and friends connected to their devices. The PixLab X1 also supports remote printing and uses a toner cartridge (X-15000 and F-1500).

The spec sheet says the printer is compatible with devices running Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8/10, Windows Server 2003 and up, Ubuntu 14.04 and above, macOS 10.9.x and above, and RedHat 7.0 and above.

The PixLab X1 is priced at ¥1899 (~$294). It is already listed on Vmall but is not yet available for purchase.

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Deal: Get Simita Smart Temperature Display Vacuum Flask for $18 (Retail Price $40)

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Sep 13, 2021

Simita Smart Temperature Display Vacuum Flask which generally retails for $40 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $17.78 only at AliExpress.

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Simita Smart Temperature Display Vacuum Flask

Key Features:

Stainless steel vacuum flask
Capacity – 500ml
24-hour insulation
Smart temperature display
Retains distinct flavors of tea, coffee, juice, etc
Anti-leak design
IPX7 waterproof
Silicone seal ring on the lid
Non-slip cup bottom
Colors: Peach, Blue, Black, White, and Green

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Realme C25Y India launch set for September 16

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Sep 13, 2021

Last week, a report indicated that Realme would be launching a new C-series smartphone in India later this month dubbed C25Y. Now, the company has confirmed the launch through a community post. The company also gave a first look at the Realme C25Y.

As per the community post, Realme C25Y will be launching on September 16 in India. The smartphone would be coming with an edge-to-edge display with a waterdrop notch housing the front camera. It would have a square camera module at the back consisting of the camera sensors, including a 50MP sensor. The fingerprint will also be present on the back panel of the smartphone.

The e-commerce website Flipkart has also put up a dedicated microsite teasing Realme’s upcoming budget smartphone. As per the Flipkart listing, the Realme C25Y will be coming with the octa-core Unisoc T610 chipset. Further, we can expect it to run Realme UI 2.0 on top of Android 11.

The Realme C25Y is rumoured to be a stripped-down version of the Realme C25, launched back in March. The Realme C25 comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD. It is powered by the Helio G70 chipset paired with up to 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It runs Android 11 with Realme UI 2.0 skin. The C25 boasts a 6000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. It comes with a 48MP triple-camera setup and an 8MP front-facing camera. The C25 offers connectivity features such as Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth v5.0, dual-SIM support, 4G, GPS, and USB Type-C port for charging. The Realme C25 was launched at a starting price of Rs 9,999, and we expect the C25Y to be priced a little lower than the original C25 smartphone.

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Deal: Get Fairywill FW-ET507 Sonic Electric Toothbrush for $15 (Retail Price $25)

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Sep 13, 2021

If you are in the market for an electric toothbrush then be sure to check out this fantastic deal on Fairywill FW-ET507 Sonic Electric Toothbrush at AliExpress. The toothbrush set which generally retails for $25 is now available at a discounted price of $15.51 only. This super deal ends in 16 hours.

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Fairywill FW-ET507 Sonic Electric Toothbrush at $15.51 @AliExpress

Fairywill FW-ET507 is a powerful ultrasonic electric toothbrush that can be used by both kids and adults. Compared to manual brushing Fairywill FW-507 gives you 10 times cleaner and stronger teeth and even protects you from gingivitis. The electric toothbrush comes with a powerful ultrasonic technology that gives you 40000 brush strokes per minute and the soft and ergonomically designed bristles help you to reach even the hardest corners and crevices of your teeth thereby giving you a thorough cleaning.

Fairywill FW-ET507 comes with 5 different brushing modes viz: White, Clean, Sensitive, Polish, and Massage. This dynamic electric toothbrush comes with a 2-minute timer and 30-second interval pulse. It lasts for up to 30 days on one single charge of 4 hours and comes with a low battery indicator and auto shut off function after a full charge. Known for its style and portability, this waterproof electric toothbrush comes with an anti-slip design and produces less noise than other generic electric toothbrushes.

Generally retailing at $25 you can now buy Fairywill FW-ET507 for a discounted price of $15.51 only at AliExpress. Please note that this deal is applicable on the Black, White, and Pink color variant. The product comes with 1 CrossAction Brush Head and 2 Replacement Heads. However, you can find other bundles and variants of the same toothbrush at different prices. So be sure to check out the bundles and variants before placing the order. This super deal ends in 16 hours. So place your order asap.

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ACEFAST TWS T1 Earbuds Review: Features an All Black elegant design

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Sep 13, 2021

ACEFAST is a new technology brand bringing a variety of Chinese consumer electronics to the global market. The company specializes in smartphone and tablet accessories. Their product line includes TWS earphones, wall chargers, wireless smartphone charges, USB cables, car chargers, and more.

We recently got our hands on their latest ACEFAST TWS T1 ENC Headset. After using the same for almost a week, here’s our hands-on with the new earbuds.

ACEFAST TWS T1 ENC Headset features a traditional box design similar to what you see for smartphones. The package includes the Earbuds, charging case, Extra Eartips, USB-C charging cable, and the manual. The charging case comes with an LED indicator light that shows you the charging status.

The headset features an in-ear short stem design which gives a stable and comfortable fit.

This design is comfortable for daily use. When used during gym activities and running, the earbuds were a pretty good fit. Notably, these earbuds are made from scratch-free frosted material which looks fresh and new, even after rough usage.

One of the highlight features of this earbud is its sensitive touch control. Even though retailed as a cheap budget smartphone, the earbuds boast a touch control instead of the usual physical buttons. You can Play/Pause, receive and end a call, change track, access the voice assistant, etc by tapping the back of the earbuds. The only drawback is the lack of touch control for the volume function.

Detailed Touch Controls:

Single tap – Play/ PAuse
Single tap – End call or Answer call
R – Double-tap – Go to the next track
L – Double-tap – Go to the previous track
Long press for 2s – Reject call
Long press for 5s – Power ON/OFF

The earphones come with ENC (Environmental Noice Cancellation) technology. It features a 6mm driver with a 3 layer structure which increases the treble and bass. We found that the actual volume is very loud as compared to other earbuds in this range. We played the songs at only half the volume and still, it was louder than usual earphones.

It also features two different usage modes viz: Single-mode and Stereo mode. In single mode, you can share the earbuds with another person and enjoy your music or conversation with them. However, for a truly immersive sound experience, we recommend using both earbuds together in Stereo mode.

ACEFAST TWS T1 ENC Headset comes with IPX6 certification. This makes it water-resistant. You can wear this earbud during exercise or in the outdoors without worrying about sweat, splash, and rain. However, the earbuds should not be used in the pool and bath as it is not completely waterproof.

These earbuds feature Bluetooth v5.0 which ensures stable connection and fast transmission without latency and loss. This means you have a strong and clear connection during your calls and can enjoy your music without latency and dropouts.

The all-black finish and the classic long stem design of the ACEFAST T1 give it a very refined look. The sound quality is also pretty good for its price, and it’s sufficiently loud too, ensuring it can power your entertainment sessions.

The ACEFAST T1 retails for around $33 on Amazon, but you can get a further $10 discount with coupon code: ACEFASTt1. Note that the code expires next week, so if you are looking to get a pair of these earbuds at discount, get them soon.

Shang-Chi Star Simu Liu shows off his Custom Marvel Xbox Series X

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Sean

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Sep 13, 2021

Shang-Chi Star Simu Liu has recently showed off his custom edition Marvel Xbox Series X on his Twitter account. The actor’s Xbox is based on the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Shang-Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings.

Got this custom Ten-Rings-inspired Series X from my friends at #Xbox !! You can’t buy it in stores but you CAN win one. Check out the @XBox Twitter for more details.

(Legends action figure included in Ten-Rings-branded pouch lollll)

#XBOXPartner pic.twitter.com/wvP9sBVA6z

— Simu Liu (刘思慕) (@SimuLiu) September 11, 2021

Looking at his tweet, we can see the star with his custom Xbox Series X, which features a unique design that is inspired by the movie. The new version of the Xbox Series X also arrives with certain additional pieces of merchandises as well; including, a figurine of the superhero character Liu plays in the movie along with a custom controller, which is based on the main character.

This new version of the Xbox Series X is unfortunately not available in stores but a lucky few can win this new special edition of the gaming console. Interestingly, this also marks another special version of the Xbox that Microsoft has launched as recently the company had also unveiled a new Halo Infinite Limited Edition Xbox Series X as well. Users can expect to receive a controller with the Xbox, which is the norm, along with a free Game Pass trial.

Fans have had mixed feeling regarding this new version of the Series X as some found it underwhelming and plain while others found it a lot more mature in terms of design aesthetic. As of right now the giveaway is still live, so fans still have time to win the new Custom Marvel Xbox.

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Huawei MateStation X All-in-One PC has a 28.2” 4K+ touchscreen and an AMD Ryzen processor

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 13, 2021

Huawei has announced its very first All-in-One PC today and it is a beast! The MateStation X packs a gigantic 4K+ display, an AMD processor and GPU, and a price tag of over $1500.

Huawei’s MateStation X looks like its MateView monitor. It has a similar 28.2-inch 4K+ (3840 x 2560) 3:2 display but the screen-to-body ratio is slightly lower at 92% and it has ten-point touch support. The spec sheet also mentions it has 98% P3 color gamut, 100% sRGB, and TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light and Flicker-Free certification. The stand of the MateStation X is also wider and the speaker doesn’t occupy the whole height. The screen can also be tilted backward with a single finger.

Powering the desktop computer is AMD’s Ryzen 5 5600H processor with a Radeon graphics card. There is also a version with the Ryzen 7 5800H processor. Huawei ships it with 16GB of DDR4 RAM (8GB x 2) and a 512GB NVMe SSD.

The MateStation X has four microphones that can pick up a user’s voice from up to 5 meters away. It also has three Devialet speakers – 2x 5W full-range speakers and a 10W subwoofer. A 1MP 720p HD camera is available for video calls.

For connectivity, there are two USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports with a 10W power output, two USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and an audio jack. Huawei ships the MateStation X with its Huawei Wireless Keyboard (fingerprint version). The fingerprint scanner in the keyboard also doubles as the power button. It also comes with the Huawei Bluetooth Mouse AF30.

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The computer runs Windows 10 out of the box but a free upgrade to Windows 11 will be available once Microsoft launches it. Huawei has added tons of features such as multi-screen collaboration with a compatible Huawei phone and tablet; an extended mode that allows the desktop screen to be extended to a compatible tablet; a mirror mode that mirrors your tablet’s display to the computer’s screen; an easy share mode between compatible devices; and an easy pairing mode with compatible Huawei headphones.

Huawei has put a price tag of ¥9999 (~$1549) on the base model with a Ryzen 5 CPU. It is already listed on Vmall and it will be available in Deep Space Gray and Silver.

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

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Sep 13, 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 19 September.

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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 9 September. So place your order asap.

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Deal: Buy Baseus 100W 4 port GaN Charger for $53 (Retail Price $70)

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Sep 13, 2021

Baseus 100W 4 port GaN Charger which generally retails for $70 is now available at a discounted price of $53.19 only at AliExpress. This deal ends tomorrow.

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Baseus 100W 4 port GaN Charger at $53.19 (after discount)@AliExpress

Baseus 100W 4 port GaN Charger

Key Features:

Output – Type C x 2 , USB x 2
100W multiple fast charging ports
GaN2 Pro Technology
Supports multiple fast-charging protocols
Cooling technology – BCT, Accelerate heat dissipation
Simultaneously charge your laptop, smartphone, earphone, tablet, etc
Multiple safety features like over-voltage protection, over current protection, short circuit protection, etc.
Small and portable design

You can now buy Baseus 100W 4 port GaN Charger for $53.19 only at AliExpress. Please note that this deal ends tomorrow. So place your order asap.

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Xiaomi schedules impromptu product launch for tomorrow, reported to be smart glasses

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 13, 2021

Xiaomi has scheduled a major launch for Wednesday during which it will announce a handful of new products including the Xiaomi 11T series. Surprisingly, it has also announced an impromptu launch event for tomorrow in China where it plans to announce a concept product.

The poster for the event shows a close-up image of the human eye and has a caption that loosely translates into ”See The Future”. While that doesn’t reveal much save for the fact that the product may have to do with the eyes, a popular leaker has let the cat out of the bag about what Xiaomi will announce tomorrow.

According to Digital Chat Station, the product is not related to smartphones but is actually a pair of smart glasses! The translation also mentions luxury eyewear manufacturer, Dior, which means this may be a collaboration between both companies. Considering his track record when it comes to leaks, we do not have a reason to doubt him.

Xiaomi’s smart glasses launch is coming barely a week after Facebook and Ray-Ban announced a pair of smart glasses called the Ray-Ban Stories. We don’t know what features Xiaomi’s own smart glasses but we should find out tomorrow.

The Ray-Ban Stories isn’t the only product Xiaomi is going after with its smart glasses. It is also going up against its local rival, Huawei, which already launched a few smart glasses in partnership with South Korean sunglasses brand, Gentle Monster. Their last product together is the Huawei x Gentle Monster Eyewear II announced in 2020.

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Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro Moon Phase Collection launched in India: shows Moon Phases, Constellations, & Tide Times

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Zohaib Ahmed

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Sep 13, 2021

Huawei is keen on expanding its smartwatch portfolio in India and has now launched the Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro Moon Phase Collection. The collection is made up of two variants, namely Sports and Classic. The watches are basically a refresh of the Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro that was announced by Huawei back in September 2020. They are not meant to replace the existing models and are meant to expand the choices offered to buyers.

Both the Sports and Classic variants are Flipkart-exclusives. The sale will commence on September 18 but those who pre-order between 14th to 18th can avail offers like 10% cashback and no-cost EMI.

The Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro Moon Phase Sports will be selling for Rs 22,990 ($312) while the Classic variant will be priced at Rs 24,990 ($339).

As for specs, the smartwatches come with a premium sapphire glass watch dial, paired with a titanium body and a ceramic rear-case. Over 200 watch faces have been offered to choose from. Huawei claims that the devices have a superb battery life of 2 weeks on a single charge. The smartwatches come with a plethora of sports modes and that even includes a personal golf coach.

Additionally, the high-end design of the new Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro Collection is complemented by a unique Moon Phase function that displays different phases of the moon right on the watch face. Users also have the option to choose different layouts that show stuff like tide times, constellations, and more to “enjoy the romance of watching time passing by”, as Huawei suitably puts it.

Other specifications include a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with a 454 x 454 pixels resolution, Kirin A1 + STL4R9 processor, 52 g weight without the strap, 5 ATM water-resistance, and 4 GB storage. The watches also come with all kinds of sensors including an accelerometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart rate scanner, and air pressure sensor. All of this is managed by Huawei Lite OS on the software end.

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Blackview Tab 8 starts receiving Android 11 Update

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Simranpal Singh

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Sep 13, 2021

Blackview brings Android 11 upgrade for the popular Blackview Tab 8. Amounting to the massive sales of 700,000 Blackview Tab 8, the company is now bringing favour to the users by bringing Android 11 upgrade. There are several changes that are part of the latest update. It will be available on the all-new units of Blackview Tab 8, and the old units will get it via some other form.

Must See: Blackview AirBuds 5 Pro ANC TWS earbuds launching next month

Blackview Tab 8 features for Android 11 Update

Blackview Tab 8 comes preinstalled with Android 10, and the latest Android 11 update will push fresh features and user interface for the users. There are several advancements including enhanced privacy protection, improved notification drawer and other User Interface tweaks.

Privacy Protection

Data theft prevention and Privacy protection are two primary features of Android 11. The new version adds options such as One-Time permissions for apps. The users can grant access again if they require some particular service of the app. Moreover, there’s an ‘Auto-reset’ feature that allows the device to automatically eliminate permissions if you haven’t used the respective app for a long time.

Notification Drawer

Several functional and design changes have been made to the Notifications drawer for better productivity. It allows bringing all important notifications to a single place. It allows the user to skip the unnecessary taps and saves effort while replying to ongoing conversations. Interestingly, now the system supports the image copy/paste feature which eliminates the hassle of saving and browsing such files before sending.

Priority-based conversations are also present in the notification drawer. The user can manually assign priority to the particular notification. Moreover, notification history is another useful feature of the latest Notification Drawer. The user can head over to Settings > Apps & notifications > Notifications > Notification history to toggle the feature.

Bubbles

Like Facebook Messenger, the Android 11 brings native support for bubble notifications. It is an impressive feature that would gradually increase productivity while chatting across popular social media platforms. Easily accessible and movable bubbles are quite useful for the users who are working.

How to Upgrade

The new update is intact on the new Blackview Tab 8 units, but the old users need to wait for some time. Blackview is bringing systematic upgrades for all those old Blackview Tab 8 tablets. All the new Android 11 features will be available soon on your tablets.

Related: Blackview A100 advanced camera can easily capture objects in motion

Alleged Honor Play 20 Pro specs says it has an OLED display

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 13, 2021

Yesterday, we reported that a new mid-range phone from Honor is coming soon. Today, alleged specifications of the device, which has been reported will launch as the Honor Play 20 Pro, have leaked.

The source of the leak is a Weibo user @旺仔百事通 who posted the specs on the social media platform earlier today. The post also includes an image of an Honor phone, the Honor Play5 5G. However, we don’t know if this is a hint that the Honor Play 20 Pro will have a similar design.

Leaked specs of the Honor Play 20 Pro are similar to those of the Honor Play5 5G pictured above

According to the post, the Honor Play 20 Pro will have a 6.53-inch OLED display with a waterdrop notch and a P3 wide color gamut. Under the hood will be MediaTek’s Helio G80 processor. We already know from yesterday’s report that the phone will come in a configuration with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

For the cameras, there will be four sensors on the back – a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP sensor which is likely an ultrawide camera, and two 2MP sensors. It will also have a 16MP front-facing camera. The post also mentions a 3800mAh battery capacity, support for 22.5W fast charging support, and a graphene-based cooling method.

If these specs sound familiar, that is because they are almost identical to those of the Honor Play5 5G, save for the processor which is the Dimensity 800U chipset, and its support for 66W fast charging. However, since these are alleged specs, we advise that they be taken with a pinch of salt.

Once Honor announces a launch date for the phone, we expect it will reveal some of its details alongside.

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Vivo V23 Pro model spotted on IMEI database, launch may be imminent

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Sean

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Sep 13, 2021

A new listing on IMEI database has revealed that Vivo is working on a new smartphone that could launch soon. The device in question is the V23 Pro that was spotted on the IMEI website.

vivo V23 Pro visits the IMEI database, launch imminent.#vivo #vivoV23Pro pic.twitter.com/clD3gaf6aN

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) September 13, 2021

According to tipster Mukul Sharma who spotted the upcoming smartphone on the IMEI database, which revealed the device’s name and its model number V2132. Notably, a similar model number was recently spotted on TENAA as well earlier this month. So, it seems that the TENAA listing might have revealed the specifications for the new Vivo V23 Pro. As of right now, the Chinese smartphone maker has yet to reveal any information regarding this device or its launch date.

Although, we can expect to find more information regarding this device surface soon considering it has already made an appearance on the IMEI database. We can expect this smartphone to be released by the end of this year or in the first quarter of next year. The Vivo V21 series was launched back in Q1 2021, so this device could also have a similar launch frame.

Looking at the V2132A listing on TENAA, the device sports a Samsung Exynos 1080 chipset with a 6.58 inch FHD+ AMOLED display. Additional, the device will be powered by a 4,320mAh battery pack with support for 44W fast charging. This device measures 160.10×75.39×7.55mm and weighs 181 grams. Unfortunately, we still do not have any official information at the moment, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Realme Band 2 to launch on September 15 with a familar design

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Habeeb Onawole

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Sep 13, 2021

We first learned of the Realme Band 2 back in July when renders of the fitness tracker were posted on the web. Almost two months later, and Realme is ready to announce the new wearable.

The Realme Band 2 will be announced on September 15 in Malaysia according to an official poster that has begun circulating. The event is scheduled to begin at 12 PM Malaysian time and will be done via the realme Facebook account.

Realme is going with a brand new design different from that of the model that launched last year. However, this is not a design we have not seen before. The Realme Band 2 has a design similar to the Huawei Watch Fit. This is also the same design of the Honor Watch ES and the Honor Band 6. However, the Realme Band lacks a button on the side.

The display is much bigger now as shown in the photo, and an earlier report said it is a 1.4-inch screen, a significant increase from the 0.96 inches of the Realme Band. The larger screen should allow for more information to be displayed at a time.

The Realme Band 2 is expected to come with more features and support for more sports modes. Among the expected features is support for SpO2 measurement. The Realme Band launched with support for tracking 9 activity modes, so there is a high probability the successor will pack several more modes. The battery should also be bigger since the Realme Band 2 is packing a significantly larger display.

While there is no news yet regarding when the fitness tracker will launch in other regions such as India and Europe, we believe they will eventually be announced in these regions in the near future.

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Microsoft has just confirmed that Windows 11 will not be supported on Apple M1 based devices. The company even released new builds of its latest version of Windows operating system.

The news arrives from a confirmation given by a spokesperson from the American tech giant to The Register as the company released an ad campaign for the Windows 11 OS, which is set to launch in less than a month. Furthermore, the report also revealed that the company is still tweaking the preview code for Windows Insiders via the Dev and Beta Channels. Notably, a Windows 11 Virtual Machine running on an M1 Mac was recently spotted, which faced hardware compatibility issues and displayed error on a Dev Channel Windows Insider build.

The Register also asked Microsoft regarding any future plans on an M1 Mac in Parallel Desktop. But unfortunately, the company stated that is an unsupported scenario as of right now. Meanwhile, even running the new OS directly on the hardware is currently not support either. Apart from this, the company is still working on the global launch of Windows 11, but a number of issues still remain, which includes a bug checks for some Surface Pro X users that cause disappearing taskbar and non functional Start Menus.

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Doogee introduced its maiden next-generation smartwatch – Doogee DG Ares with outstanding features and plenty of colour options. The new smartwatch offers several advancements over the predecessor with improved heart rate monitoring and better blood oxygen monitor features. It is now retailing at an affordable price of $31.99 via Lazada.

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DG Ares Specifications

DG Ares offers an aluminium alloy chassis while having 10mm thickness. Encased inside a square dial with round corners while having two-strap materials including leather and modified silica gel. However, the smartwatch is available in five different colour options of green, black, red, grey and rose gold.

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DG Ares comes with several improvised features which enable the users to effectively check the heart rate, SPO2 level and offers sleep monitoring.

The Heart Rate Monitor offers several details such as Beats per Minute (BOM), systolic and diastolic readings and proper histogram to display all the metrics in a well-aligned way. Also, it offers blood oxygen monitoring to keep you at bay from overthinking about the Covid-19. However, the SPO2 level has varied uses while performing different physical activities. It helps to analyse the body’s response to each activity and further aids in different features and functions.

Sleep monitoring offers a comprehensive analysis of sleep patterns. It helps in maintaining a healthy lifestyle by bringing forth the benefits of good sleep and adjusts sleep patterns.

Sports Features

DG Ares smartwatch supports 24 sports modes including Hockey, American Football, Ping Pong, Hiking, Cycling, Running, Rowing, Dancing, Kumps, Spin, Yoga, Skipping, etc. It is an exceptional smartwatch to keep track of every physical activity throughout the day.

Other Features

Apart from useful health and sports features, the basic utilities on the watch enhance the overall usability. The watch offers push notifications from apps like Facebook, Twitter, QQ, WeChat, SMS and others. The user can control music, reject a call, set an alarm, etc.

Availability and Pricing

DG Ares is currently available from Lazada at the actual price of $31.99. However, it will start retailing from AliExpress on September 27. Interestingly, the company is offering 10DG Ares units free to the giveaway winners. You can know more about the Doogee DG Ares by heading to the official website.

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