Xbox Cloud Gaming (xCloud) is coming to the Xbox Series S|X and Xbox One this holiday

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Aug 24, 2021

Xbox Cloud Gaming or xCloud is Microsoft’s game streaming service. Available on Android, PCs, and iOS, Microsoft is now bringing the service to its game consoles including the last generation Xbox One in time for the holidays.

xCloud allows users to play up to 100 different Xbox games on devices that normally wouldn’t support these games such as your smartphone. Now, the service is being extended to the Xbox Series S|X as well as the Xbox One. The news of the service coming to the last-gen console was first reported in June.

The big winners here are the Xbox One owners as this means they will be able to play (via streaming) next-gen exclusive games not originally released for their console. Microsoft has already revealed that new Xbox games will be available on Game Pass, the subscription service required for Xbox Cloud Gaming, on the same day that they are released.

Xbox Cloud Gaming will also allow users to join their friends in multiplayer games without the need to finish downloading the said game. Games available for streaming on Game Pass will have a cloud icon as seen in the image above. The Verge reports that an update to the Xbox dashboard will roll out to the consoles to include the cloud icon. It is said that users will be able to stream in 1080p at 60fps.

The game streaming service will first be made available to Xbox Insiders this fan before a wider release in time for the holidays.

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Xbox Wireless Controller Forza Horizon 5 Limited Edition is a splash of colors

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 24, 2021

The Xbox Wireless Controller is already available in multiple colorways and custom editions but that is not stopping Microsoft from announcing more. Today, it has unveiled a new special edition controller in honor of its new racing game, Forza Horizon 5.

The Xbox Wireless Controller Forza Horizon 5 Limited Edition is practically the most colorful controller Xbox has released. The controller has a translucent golden yellow top that allows you to see its internals. While the thumbsticks have a white stick and base, their tops are of different colors – blue for the left thumbstick and magenta for the right thumbstick. The D-pad has a pale chrome pink colorway.

The View and Menu buttons have the same shade of blue as the left thumbstick but the share button is white. The ABXY buttons are also magenta but their markings are blue.

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The back of the Xbox Wireless Controller Forza Horizon 5 Limited Edition is white, and the product page says that it features racing-inspired custom grips. The bumpers are white too while the color of the triggers matches those of the thumbsticks.

Microsoft is charging $74.99 for the new limited edition controller when it becomes available for purchase on September 11. While that is $5 more than what you pay for your own custom controller (minus an engraving) via the Xbox Design Lab, you get exclusive content for the game such as a Forza edition car, a cosmetic item, and a victory emote. Of course, these freebies are useless if you don’t have the game.

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vivo 20W Fast Charging Power Bank 10000mAh launched for ¥169 ($26)

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 24, 2021

Chinese smartphone brand vivo has launched a new battery pack in its home country called vivo 20W Fast Charging Power Bank 10000mAh. As the name suggests, the product comes with a 10,000mAh cell and supports 20W fast charging.

vivo 20W Fast Charging Power Bank 10000mAh Specifications and Features

The new vivo Power Bank features a plastic build, PC + ABS material to be exact. It bears model number PD2130 and comes in a single white color option with a black accent.

The power accessory has a 10,000mAh battery inside it and sports three USB ports. It has two USB Type-A output ports and a single USB Type-C port, which supports both input as well as output.

The USB Type-A ports max out at 18W output. On the ther hand, the USB Type-C port can deliver the maximum 20W power. When all three ports are in use, they together max out at 15W.

The latest vivo Power Bank supports popular charging standards like USB PD (Power Delivery). Qualcomm QC (Quick Charge) 2.0/3.0, vivo 18W FlashCharge, and more. It also has support for low current mode for charging accessories.

Last but not least, this battery pack measures 153 x 71 x 15mm in dimensions, weighs 220g, and ships with a USB Type-C cable

vivo 20W Fast Charging Power Bank 10000mAh Price and Availability

The vivo 20W Fast Charging Power Bank 10000mAh is priced at ¥169 ($26) in China. It is already up for sale in the brand’s home country.

As of now, it’s now known whether vivo will be launching this power accessory outside mainland China.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 firmware update brings new features and improves stability

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Aug 24, 2021

Earlier this month, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Buds 2, successor to the original Galaxy Buds. The earbuds are already up for pre-orders in different markets, and the company has already shipped them out in select countries. Meanwhile, Samsung has rolled out a firmware update adding new features while most consumers are yet to get their hands on the new buds.

Samsung today released a new firmware update in South Korea with version number R177XXU0AUH2. The firmware update brings a bunch of new features. One of the new features is the ability to activate Ambient Sound mode while on a call allowing users to listen to ambient sound even during a call.

After this update, you can use ANC even when you are using just a single earbud. Further, the update adds Ambient Sound customization and double-tap to turn the volume up or down. According to the changelog, the update will also improve the overall stability of Galaxy Buds 2. We could expect this update to roll out in other markets in the coming days.

Galaxy Buds 2 Features and Specifications

The Galaxy Buds 2 comes with in-ear design earbuds and a white coloured charging case that matches the colour of earbuds on the inside. The Buds will be available in four different colours, Lavender, Olive, White and Black.

The Galaxy Buds 2 features an improved ANC, claimed to cancel out 98 per cent of outside noise. The ANC offers three transparency levels and includes an ambient sound mode that lets you hear the outside world while enjoying your music.

The Buds 2 are claimed to offer up to 5 hours of continuous playback with ANC enabled (up to 20 hours with case) and around 7.5 hours of continuous playback without ANC. The Buds 2 supports fast charging, meaning a 5 min charge would last you around an hour. Moreover, the charging case supports Qi Quick and Wireless charging.

The Galaxy Buds 2 are already up for pre-orders at $149.99, with sales scheduled to begin from August 27.

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OnePlus Nord & Nord CE new updates bring system improvements & latest Android patch

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 24, 2021

OnePlus has announced the release of the latest updates for the Nord and Nord CE smartphones, together with the August 2021 security patch for both devices. The new update offers greater functionality and stability for the two Nord models. The added features that come with the new updates include a personalized ambient display and screenshot functionality.

Both the OnePlus Nord and the OnePlus Nord CE are mid-rangers, with the Nord CE launched in June 2021. The OnePlus Nord is getting the OxygenOS 11.1.5.5 globally, with separate builds for North America, Europe, and India. The latest security patch that comes with the update is meant to enhance the overall software security of the devices. On the other hand, the OnePlus Nord CE will be getting the OxygenOS 11.0.6.6, with separate builds for India, Europe, and America, as well.

One of the new features is the Bitmoji AOD, which is the outcome of a partnership between OnePlus and Snapchat, and it aims to light up the ambient display with the user’s Bitmoji avatar. The avatar, according to OnePlus, will update throughout the day, based on the user’s activity and things happening in the surrounding. In addition, there is an upgrade to the Google Mobile Services and better optimization of the smartphone’s camera effect.

No detailed rollout plans are available at this time, but we expect a structured rollout until all the regions are catered for. OnePlus would expect that these new updates will enhance the overall user experience for the two smartphones. The updates can only be successfully installed when at least 30% of the battery is still available and a minimum of 3GB of storage space.

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Alleged Tecno Spark 8P appears online with 4G connectivity and big battery

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Pranav Sawant

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Aug 24, 2021

Chinese phone maker Tecno seems to launch a new phone soon as a device carrying the model number ‘KG7’ has appeared on a new certification. It is expected to be a Tecno Spark 8 series phone and the listing confirms its existence.

While the certification affirms its existence, it also reveals that it is a 4G phone and has a battery capacity of 4,900mAh. As of now, there’s no significant rumor about this smartphone other than this certification. Rumors reveal that it will be called the Tecno Spark 8P.

If we go by the rumors then the device may come with a similar specs sheet as the current Tecno Spark 7P. Also, the Spark 7P has the same 5,000mAh battery as the upcoming KG7 smartphone.

The Tecno Spark 7P comes with a large 6.82-inch display with an HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. It has an 8-megapixel camera at the front and a triple camera setup at the rear. The rear setup goes by a 16MP main sensor, a portrait camera, and lastly an AI sensor.

It is powered by the 12nm MediaTek Helio G70 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. It also has a dedicated microSD card slot for additional storage. The phone features a rear-facing fingerprint scanner and also supports the Face unlock option.

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Realme GT Master Explorer Edition appears on the Google Supported Devices list and Google Play Console

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Aug 24, 2021

Last month Realme announced the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition, a special variant of GT Master Edition in China. A month after its initial launch, the smartphone has been spotted on the Google Supported Devices list and Google Play Console listing.

According to images shared by tipster Mukul Sharma aka Stufflistings, the smartphone with model number RMX3366 has appeared on the list of Google Supported Devices and the Google Play Console listing, suggesting an immitent launch in India and other global markets. The tipster also shared an image clicked by RMX3366, aka Realme GT Master Explorer Edition. We could expect an official announcement from Realme soon.

The Google Play Console listing shows that the RMX3366 runs Qualcomm SM8250 aka Snapdragon 870 SoC coupled with Adreno 650 GPU. It is expected to come with 12GB of RAM. Further, it would feature a display having a resolution of 1080×2400 with a pixel density of 480ppi. It will be running Android 11 with RealmeUI 2.0 skin.

Last month, Realme announced that the GT Master Explorer Edition crossed 100 million Yuan worth of sales (~15 million US Dollars) in just one second.

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition Features and Specifications

The Realme GT Master Explorer Edition features a 6.55-inch FHD AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. Further, the display comes with support for HDR10+ and offers a peak brightness of 1100+ nits. It is powered by Snapdragon 870 SoC paired with either 8/12GB of RAM and 128/256GB of internal memory. The smartphone also offers 7GB of virtual RAM. It comes with a 4,500mAh battery pack with 65W fast charging support.

In the optics department, the GT Master Explorer Edition sports a triple camera setup on the back. The pack is led by a 50MP camera coupled with a 16MP ultrawide and 2MP macro camera. On the front, it has a 32MP camera for selfies housed inside the punch-hole cutout.

As of now, Realme GT Master Explorer Edition is only available in China. The base variant of Realme GT Master Edition with 8GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage retails for 2,799 Yuan (~430 US Dollars). Meanwhile, the model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage can be purchased for 3,099 Yuan (~476 US Dollars).

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realme 8i leaks in its entirety before official launch

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 24, 2021

Earlier this month, realme confirmed that it will be launching the realme 8i alongside the realme 8s in India. Ahead of this announcement, the realme 8s had already leaked in full glory. Now, we also get to learn more about the realme 8i.

Reliable leaker @Onleaks (Steve Hemmerstoffer) has partnered with Digit India to reveal the upcoming realme 8i. The tipster has not only exposed the design of the smartphone via renders but also its specs.

According to the renders, the forthcoming realme 8i will be identical to the other models in the lineup in terms of design. In other words, it will have a matrix camera array design. However, unlike the expensive 8 Pro, the 8i will have a glossy finish but will retain the plastic build.

Talking about specifications, the realme 8i will be the world’s first smartphone with a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset. It will sport a 6.59-inch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a punch-hole at the top left corner.

The device will have a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. It will also have a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Interestingly, the leakster says that it will only have 4GB RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage. But we believe there could be a higher RAM variant as well.

The remaining features of the handset include a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, unknown fast charging, 8.6mm thickness, and 194g weight.

Unfortunately, though we know almost everything about the realme 8i, the phone’s launch date is still a mystery.

OPPO Reno6 vs Realme GT Master vs Samsung Galaxy A52s: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Aug 24, 2021

A few days ago, the Realme GT Master Edition was officially announced for the global market, including Europe. Next month, the OPPO Reno6 5G will hit the global European market as well. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G, an upgrade of the Galaxy A52 5G, made its debut a few days ago as well. These three devices share a lot of things in common: they come with similar specifications and they are sold in the same price range. That is the reason why we decided to publish a comparison to highlight the differences.

OPPO Reno6 vs Realme GT Master Edition vs Samsung Galaxy A52s

	OPPO Reno6 5G	Realme GT Master Edition	Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	156.8 x 72.1 x 7.6 mm, 182 g	159.2 mm x 73.5 mm x 8.7 mm, 180 g	159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g
DISPLAY	6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED	6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED	6.5 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Mediatek Dimensity 900, octa-core 2.4 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, octa-core 2.4 GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, octa-core 2.4 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB	6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 11, ColorOS	Android 11, Realme UI	Android 11, One UI
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP camera, f/1.7 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.4 front camera	Triple 64 + 8 + 2 MP camera, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.5 front camera	Quad 64 + 12 + 5 + 5 MP camera, f/1.8 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.2 front camera
BATTERY	4300 mAh, fast charging 65W	4300 mAh, fast charging 65W	4500 mAh, fast charging 25W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G, IP67 certification

Design

While the OPPO Reno6 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G come with traditional designs including a plastic body, the Realme GT Master Edition has unique aesthetics thanks to leather back designed by the known Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa. That is the reason why, if you want the most interesting design, you should go for the Realme GT Master Edition. On the other hand, OPPO Reno6 has a thinner and lighter body, while the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the only one to offer water and dust resistance with the IP67 certification.

Display

All of these phones are equipped with a Super AMOLED panel sporting a Full HD+ resolution. The Realme GT Master Edition and the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G have a higher refresh rate with a max of 120 Hz, while OPPO Reno6 5G stops at 90 Hz. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G has a slightly wider panel with a diagonal of 6.5 inches (instead of 6.43 inches) and it comes with the Gorilla Glass 5 protection by Corning. All the phones come with an in-display fingerprint reader.

Specs & Software

These devices are powered by upper-midrange hardware departments. The Snapdragon 778G mobile platform found on the Realme GT Master Edition and the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a bit more powerful than the Mediatek Dimensity 900 found on the OPPO Reno6. But the OPPO Reno6 is the only one to offer up to 12 GB of RAM, so consider it in case you need a long-lasting phone for your productivity. OPPO Reno6 5G and Realme GT Master Edition have similar user interfaces based on Android 11 (Realme UI is based on ColorOS), while Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is totally different due to the One UI.

Camera

The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is the most advanced camera phone of this comparison. Its 64 MP main camera is the only one to support OIS. Further, the secondary ultrawide camera is better than OPPO Reno6 and Realme GT Master Edition with its 12 MP resolution. You also get a better 5 MP macro camera and an additional 5 MP depth sensor.

Battery

The Samsung Galaxy A52s should provide a longer battery life because it sports a bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300 mAh), but OPPO Reno6 and Realme GT Master Edition support faster charging (65W vs 25W).

Price

Overall, Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a more interesting phone, but its price tag is higher and it will be surely higher once it hits the global market. The Realme GT Master Edition has the best value for money since it is priced at less than €400/$470, while OPPO Reno6 5G will begin at €500/$587. Note that these are just the European prices: the listing prices vary depending on the market.

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OPPO Reno6 vs Realme GT Master Edition vs Samsung Galaxy A52s: PRO and CONS

OPPO Reno 6 5G

PROS

65W fast charging
Thin and lightweight
Compact
Up to 12 GB RAM

CONS

Lower refresh rate

Realme GT Master Edition

PROS

Unique design
120 Hz refresh rate
65W fast charging
3.5 mm jack

CONS

Max 8 GB of RAM

Samsung Galaxy A52s

PROS

Water resistant
Best camera
Bigger battery
120 Hz refresh rate
Stereo speakers

CONS

Price

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Nothing ear (1) next sale in India set for August 31 via Flipkart

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 24, 2021

UK-based consumer tech company Nothing finally took the wraps off the Nothing ear (1) earbuds last month and the earbuds went on the first sale a couple of weeks back. The product was sold out in less than two minutes with just 4800 units made available.

Nothing has now announced that the earbuds will go on sale again via Flipkart on August 31st at 12 noon. Just like the first sale, buyers will get access to free 6 months subscription to Gaana Plus music streaming services. In addition, holders of ICICI Bank Credit cards who make the purchase using their credit cards will get an instant discount of Rs. 500.

The Nothing ear (1) is priced at Rs. 5,999 (~$80) for the Indian market. This is a fairly decent price tag and a further Rs. 500 discount is sure attractive. Unfortunately, Nothing hasn’t disclosed the number of units that will be available for the next sale. We also expect the product to be sold out in minutes in the next round of sales. As a reminder, the Nothing ear (1) adopts a transparent design that exposes the internal components such as the microphones, magnets and circuit board. The earbud utilizes an 11.6 mm driver and brings support for Active Noise Cancellation as well as Bluetooth 5.2. In terms of durability, the ear (1) delivers up to 5.7 hours of music playback on a single charge and that is extended up to 34 hours if the charging case is factored in. The case features ultra-fast charging and supports Qi wireless charging protocol.

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Huawei will launch an All-in-One PC, desktop printer, and Nova 9 series next month

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 24, 2021

Huawei has taken a more serious approach to its PC business since the trouble with its mobile phone business took a turn for the worse. Last year, it announced its first desktop computer, the MateStation B515. It has also released a couple of standalone monitors, with the latest ones being the MateView and MateView GT. Now, a new leak has revealed it will announce two new computer products next month.

According to serial leaker of Huawei-related news, Teme (@RODENT950), Huawei will launch an All-in-One PC and a printer next month. The tweet includes an image of the All-in-One and it looks just like the MateView monitor.

This is not the first time we have heard of a Huawei All-in-One PC. Back in December of 2020, it was reported that it had been granted a patent for the computer. Now it is ready to announce it after nine months.

New All-in-one PC and printer coming next month. Also new Nova 9 series phones. #Huawei pic.twitter.com/yZuTu2MS7Z

— Teme (特米)😷 (@RODENT950) August 23, 2021

Huawei will also announce a desktop printer along with the computer. While this will also be its first desktop computer, it isn’t its first printer. Back in 2018, Huawei announced a portable photo printer that uses ZINK inkless printing technology. With its first desktop printer, Huawei will be going against established brands such as HP, Canon, and Epson.

The leaker has also reaffirmed that the successor to the Nova 8 series is also on the way. An earlier report from last week said the Nova 9 series may launch in mid-September. The new Nova 9 series is coming 9 months after the Nova 8 5G and Nova 8 Pro 5G were announced, however, it may not have 5G like its predecessors.

Huawei has had to resort to launching phones with 4G processors as a result of the ban. Only a few devices with 5G have been announced and they usually arrive later than the 4G models.

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Deal: Baseus 7 in 1 Docking Station now available for $26 (Original Price $39)

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Aug 24, 2021

Baseus 7 in 1 Docking Station which usually retails at $38.99 is now available at a discounted price of $25.76 only at AliExpress EOS Sale. This super deal ends on 27 August at 11:59 PM PT.

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Baseus 7 in 1 Docking Station at $25.76 (after discount)@AliExpress

The docking station is a multi-functional device that converts your regular smartphone into a professional computer or TV that can be used in your office as well as home. Fitted with three USB ports, the device helps you to connect a mouse, keyboard, USB flash drive, etc to your smartphone, thereby converting it into a mini laptop. You can also connect your gamepad to the hub and enhance your gaming experience. With a projector connection and additional SD/ Micro SD slots, the hub solves your storage issues. All you have to do is plug in your smartphone and start reading from your SD/Micro SD card.

Designed with a Type C power jack, the device gives you an endless supply of 15W high energy, and the aesthetic and smart design lets you put down your smartphone for expansion and simply go hands-free. Also with the Computer and TV mode, you can split your screen for operations or simply synchronize the display of your phone and TV.

Baseus 7 in 1 Docking Station Designed exclusively for TYPE C phones the hub is customized to use with Huawei (Mate 20/Pro, Mate 10/Pro, P20/Pro) and Samsung (S10/10 plus, S9/S9 plus, Note9), etc.

This lightweight and highly portable multi-functional docking station is available for $25.76 only at AliExpress. This super deal ends on 27 August. So grab your Baseus hub docking station asap.

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Deal: Buy Baseus 20000mAh PD 20W Power Bank for $23 (Retail Price $40)

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Aug 24, 2021

Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank (PD 20W fast charging) which generally retails for $40 is now available at a discounted price of $22.91 only at AliExpress EOS Sale. This super deal ends on 27 August at 11:59 PM PT.

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Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank (PD 20W fast charging) at $22.91 (after discount)@AliExpress

Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank

Key Features:

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

You can now buy Baseus 20000mAh Power Bank for $22.91 only at AliExpress.Please note that this price is region-specific and may change according to the shipping region and warehouse. This deal ends on 27 August. So grab your discounted power bank asap.

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Lenovo Mobile GM confirms Legion Phone 3 Pro will have a Snapdragon 898 processor

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 24, 2021

Lenovo made its entry into the gaming smartphone market with the launch of the Legion Phone Pro/Legion Phone Duel last year. This year, it followed it up with the Legion Phone 2 Pro a.k.a. Legion Phone Duel 2. Now it has revealed details of its successor which will launch as the Legion Phone 3 Pro.

The General Manager of Lenovo China Mobile Division, Chen Jin, took to Weibo earlier today to talk about Qualcomm’s upcoming processor with part number SM8450. Multiple reports have revealed that it will launch as the Snapdragon 898.

The post mentioned that the chipset, which will power the Legion Phone 3 Pro, will bring a new flagship GPU with a significantly upgraded performance. He also claims that the flagship phone will feature industry-leading fine-tuned performance.

Mr. Jin also took the chance to market the Legion Phone 2 Pro. He stated that the Snapdragon 888-powered phone is now discounted and worth buying.

It is also worth noting that it appears Lenovo does not plan on launching another gaming phone this year even though its competitors are planning to or have already launched refreshed models powered by the Snapdragon 888 Plus processor.

The Snapdragon 898 should launch by the end of the year going by Qualcomm’s previous announcements. The chipset should be announced at the annual Qualcomm summit and if all goes well, we may even see the first smartphones powered by the processor get announced before the year ends.

Samsung will be the foundry in charge of producing the 4nm processor. Leaks have revealed it will have a Kryo 760 CPU, an Adreno 730 GPU, Spectra 680 ISP, and a Snapdragon X65 5G modem.

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Vivo V2130A & V2131A with Dimensity 900 chipset spotted on Google Play Console

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 24, 2021

A Vivo smartphone powered by MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor has been spotted on the Google Play console, pointing to an imminent launch of the device. This is coming after the recent certification of the Vivo X70, which sources had predicted was to be the next smartphone offering by the company.

The model number of the device spotted on Google Play Console however indicates that the imminent model that could be released soon will be from the V21 series. It has a model number of V2130A, and together with the Dimensity 900 chipset, points to the direction of the V21 series.

Some specs details for the incoming Vivo smartphone include 8GB of RAM, Android 11 operating system from the box, full HD+ screen resolution, a conventional panel with a punch-hole screen. Going by the nature of the Dimensity 900 chipset, which is below Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, we expect the Vivo V21 upcoming smartphone to be a mid-ranger.

There is no official statement by Vivo yet at this time. A Google Play Console listing always indicates the imminent release of a device, although the fine details about the device name and other specifications could be absent. Subsequent information from the OEM and even leaks will possibly unmask the device listed on the Google Play Console.

For now, we have no information on the pricing, availability, and other specs of the Vivo smartphone with model number V2130A.

China Mobile U-Magic 30e 5G with Snapdragon 480 launched for ¥1599 (~$247)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 24, 2021

One of China’s three major carriers China Mobile earlier this year unveiled a new smartphone brand dubbed U-Magic. The telecoms giant has now launched a new 5G mobile phone under the series. The device is dubbed China Mobile U-Magic 30e 5G.

The U-Magic 30e 5G features a 6.5-inch high-definition display with a waterdrop notch at the top. The mobile phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G chipset which we have seen on premium mid-rangers like the Redmi Note 10 JE, Maimang 10 SE 5G, Moto G Stylus 5G and others. The processor is an 8nm chipset with CPU consisting of two 2.0GHz A76 large cores + six 1.8GHz A55 small cores. It is also the first Qualcomm chip to support dual 5G and integrates the Adreno 619 GPU.

At the back, there is a dual camera setup consisting of a 13-megapixels main shooter and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The device crams a massive 5000mAh battery and it has support for 22.5W fast charge. The U-Magic 3e 5G runs on a deeply customized version of Android 11 which is said to be similar to Huawei’s EMUI OS.

The phone will be available in three color options: Moonlight Silver, Magic Sea Blue, and Elegant Black. In terms of the price, the U-Magic 3e 5G will retail for 1599 yuan (~$247). The device is presently on pre-sale while the first sale will kick-off on September 1 in China via major China Telecom business halls, authorized retailers and authorized e-commerce platforms. A MediaTek-powered version is also expected to be launched in due course.

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Redmi 10 Hands-on: Budget segment gets a level up

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Paco Zheng

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Aug 24, 2021

Redmi 10 got a silent launch earlier this month, with Malaysia being the first market to get the device. However, this budget device will be launched in more markets in the coming weeks, including India (confirmed as Redmi 10 Prime). And those who can’t wait to get their hands on this device, you can already buy the Redmi 10 as low as $149 from Aliexpress.

Redmi 10 Hands-on

The Redmi 10 unit we’ve got is the Carbon Gray color variant. But the phone is available in two more colors, Pebble White and Sea Blue. The gray color looks very premium for a phone in this price range and is a safe bet for those who don’t know which color to choose. However, we feel the gradient Sea Blue shade will also be an interesting option for the Redmi 10, especially for those who want to stand out.

The Redmi 10 comes with solid upgrades in the design department, including a new camera module design inspired by its much more expensive siblings. Despite its plastic body, the phone doesn’t feel cheap and looks way more premium than a $150 smartphone. However, in time, the back has a tendency to attract fingerprint smudges.

It weighs 181 grams and is under 9mm in thickness. So it’s pretty easy to hold and carry around, which is a big plus considering it has a 5000mAh battery inside.

The Redmi 10 comes with a 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 LCD panel with AdaptiveSync refresh rate (45Hz, 60Hz, 90Hz), and a centered punch-hole. Yes, this budget device gets a high refresh rate display panel that supports both Reading mode 3.0 and Sunlight display.

The new Redmi budget device is powered by the MediaTek Helio G88 chip with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. It runs MIUI 12.5.1 based on Android 11.

At the back, the phone features a large 50MP primary camera along with an 8MP ultra-wide, a 2MP macro shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor. Honestly, the last two sensors are pretty much useless, but we were quite impressed with the 50MP sensor. While the preview often comes out grainy, when you check the gallery, you’ll see that the samples retain a lot of good details and colors.

We’ll talk about the camera in detail in our Redmi 10 review.

On the connectivity front, the Redmi 10 is well loaded, featuring dual stereo speakers, a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack, side fingerprint sensor, MicroSD card support, IR Blaster, and a USB-C port.

The phone features a large 5000mAh capacity battery inside with 18W charging. The company provides a 22.5W charger inside, so you can charge other devices at a faster rate but on the Redmi 10, it’ll be capped at 18W.

So this was our first impression of the Redmi 10. The phone looks well loaded for a $150 device.

What are your thoughts?

If you have any questions, let us know in the comments down below. We’ll try to address them in our review.

OPPO N series might return, could be placed between Find and Reno series

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Aug 24, 2021

OPPO currently sells smartphones under five series, namely A, F, K, Reno, and Find. According to a tipster, the brand’s total lineup may increase to six soon. This is said to happen with the re-introduction of the OPPO N series.

OPPO launched only three devices under the OPPO N series. These were OPPO N1, OPPO N1 mini, and OPPO N3. All three phones had a unique rotating camera module, which enabled users to click high-quality selfies from the primary rear camera.

The camera modules on the first two OPPO N handsets had to be rotated manually. On the other hand, the third device had a motorized rotating camera module.

OPPO stopped releasing new phones under the N series after OPPO N3. In fact, the company dropped the rotating camera module design altogether.

Right now, the trend is under-display cameras. Hence, if the leaker is right and OPPO indeed brings back the OPPO N series from the dead, then there’s a chance that these phones may feature an in-screen camera.

As per Digital Chat Station, a reliable tipster from China, this lineup may cost around ¥4,000 ($618). In other words, the alleged new OPPO N series will sit between the OPPO Find and OPPO Reno series.

OPPO is yet to issue a statement regarding the OPPO N series. Until then, we cannot say for sure if the lineup will return.

Deal: Buy Teclast P20HD Tablet for $143 (Retail Price $180)

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Daily Deals

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Aug 24, 2021

Teclast P20HD Tablet which generally retails for $180 is now available at a discounted price of $143.15 only at AliExpress EOS Sale. Please note that the price is region-specific and may go as low as $129.82 in some regions. This super deal ends on 27 August, 11.59 PM PT.

WHERE TO BUY

Teclast P20HD Tablet at $143.15 (after discount)@AliExpress

Teclast P20HD Tablet

Key Features:

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

Generally retailing for $180, you can now buy Teclast P20HD Tablet at a discounted price of $143.15 only at AliExpress. This price is applicable to the EU plug variant ordered from the China warehouse. The final price may be lower or higher depending on the shipping region and warehouse. This deal ends on 27 August. So place your order asap.

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Xiaomi will no longer release Mi-branded products including smartphones, Here’s why

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Jed John Ikoba

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Aug 24, 2021

The Xiaomi brand has been a huge success story since it began as a business concern. The Chinese company seems to have arisen from the shadows of Huawei in the wake of its problems with the US government. Xiaomi has now become the leading global smartphone brand, even with minimal presence in some major markets. The rise of the company within the past year has been meteoric, driven by strong sales of its array of product ranges between mid-range and flagship offerings.

Xiaomi is also known to have several product offerings apart from smartphones, all underscored by its innovative design policy, affordability, and bespoke products for specific markets and demographic segments. Xiaomi sells products from the lifestyle, smart home, computing, and mobility categories. Its array of products include laptops, televisions, refrigerators, smartwatches, scooters, robots, and much more.

The Chinese company had used the moniker Mi to preface some of its products for about 10 years. However, a new branding campaign will see Xiaomi dropping “Mi” from its product names going forward, according to a report by XDA Developers. The change has already begun with the Xiaomi Mix 4 released just weeks back, and there is some in-house confirmation that this would be the case for subsequent products.

Since 2011 when Xiaomi unveiled its first-ever smartphone the Mi 1, it has blossomed tremendously. It was among the first Xiaomi products that started using the Mi moniker, although Xiaomi’s pioneer user interface MIUI was the very first to bear the name. The Mi 1 was a flagship offering at the time, and thus birthed the company’s tradition of delivering cutting-edge, innovative products on the high-end of the spectrum.

A Spokesperson has provided an official statement affirming this new development. The statement reads;

“Starting in 2021 Q3, Xiaomi’s product series “Mi” will be renamed to “Xiaomi”. This change will unify our global brand presence and close the perception gap between the brand and its products. This change may take some time to take effect in all regions.

With the introduction of the new brand identity, two distinct product series will sit beneath the parent brand. Xiaomi products represent the pinnacle of technology and offer a premium experience. Redmi products bring big innovation at a more accessible price point and are aimed at younger audience. This differentiation is also reflected in our updated logos, with both the Xiaomi and Redmi logotypes under the parent brand logo.

The product series naming convention — Xiaomi and Redmi — will also be applied to our ecosystem and IoT products over time.”