Pre-Orders for Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 goes live on Giztop

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Aug 10, 2021

The Realme GT 5G and GT Master Edition will be berthing in the Indian market on August 18, with sales commencing via Flipkart thereafter. Realme CEO Madhav Sheth had hinted at the August 18 India launch date during the last edition of AskMadhav on YouTube. The company has today officially confirmed, via their listing on Flipkart, the date for the unveiling of the two devices.

The Realme GT 5G comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset, while the GT Master Edition will be powered by Snapdragon 778G chipset. There had been rumors that the India launch will also include the Realme Master Edition Explorer with Snapdragon 870. However, today’s announcement indicates that the Master Edition Explorer is not berthing in India, at least at the moment.

The Realme GT Master Edition packs up to 12GB of RAM together with 7GB of virtual RAM. Two variants are available in terms of RAM/ internal storage. The base model has 8GB/128GB of RAM/internal storage, while the higher model has 12GB/256GB of RAM/internal storage. The smartphone will run on Android 11 together with the Realme UI 2.0.

The front-facing and rear camera systems of the device consist of a 32MP front camera, a 64MP rear camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. The camera setup combines to give videos and pictures of decent quality. There is also an in-display fingerprint sensor, impressive speakers, and it supports 5G connectivity. The Realme GT Master Edition also has a 4,300mAh/4,200mAh battery that guarantees long use and 65W fast charging.

The Realme GT 5G had been unveiled in China in March, while Europe had a feel of the device in June 2021. There are no changes in the India Edition of the Realme GT 5G, as promised by Realme CEO, Madhav Sheth. It comes in 8GB/12GB of RAM variants and 128GB/256GB of internal storage. It has a 6.43-inch FHD AMOLED display and would run on the Android 11 operating system together with the Realme UI 2.0. It also comes with a quad-camera setup that consists of a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, a 2MP macro, and a 16MP selfie camera. It packs a larger 4,500mAh battery and has 65W fast charging support.

While no specifics have been mentioned as per pricing, the Realme CEO hinted that the new GT series for the Indian market may not be priced below Rs. 30,000 ($404). The fine details of the launch will be out soon as we inch closer to the d-day.

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Honor X20 5G official listing reveals the entire specs ahead of August 12 launch

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Aug 10, 2021

As the build-up to the launch of the Honor X20 5G slated for August 12 gathers momentum, Honor has listed the flagship smartphone on its official online retail store. The listing gives us a clear look at the full specifications of the smartphone as well as the design.

The listing confirms the Honor X20 5G will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset and has a 6.67-inch LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. There are two variants of the RAM and internal storage for the device. It has 6GB/8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB internal storage which is expandable via a microSD slot.

The X20 5G packs a quad-camera setup which includes a 64MP primary camera, a 2MP depth sensor, a 2MP macro, and a 16MP front camera. The 16MP selfie camera is housed in a pill-shaped cutout at the top left corner of the screen.

Recently, a few Honor smartphones were announced to run on Huawei’s HarmonyOS 2.0, but the X20 5G will be running on Android 11 together with Magic UI 4.2. It equally packs a decent 4,300mAh battery that supports 66W fast charging.

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The Honor X20 5G will be available in black, blue, and silver colors. We await the pricing and availability details since the entire specs are already in the open. We also expect the company to announce details of the X20 5G global rollout.

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UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max launched for $139.99, carries Sony AI 48MP cameras and Helio G80 SoC

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Aug 10, 2021

A few months back, UMIDIGI launched a new entry-level smartphone UMIDIGI A11. Now, the company has come up with a successor – Umidigi A11 Pro Max. The new smartphone comes with upgraded cameras, a new processor, and carries several other changes. It will be available on sale from August 23 via AliExpress. The device will retail at the starting price of $139.99 for the 4GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage variant. It goes all the way up to $169.99 if you grab 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

Must See: UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max to launch on August 23 with an Helio G80 SoC

The new UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max comes with the upgraded MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, which is much faster when compared to the Helio G25 seen on the UMIDIGI A11. It also comes in dual variants of 4/8 GB RAM. The display is also upgraded as it comes with a 6.89-inch display having Full HD+ resolution and an aspect ratio of 20:5:9. The camera segment of the device is duly improved with new features and hardware.

Upgraded Helio SoC, Sony AI cameras, and much more!

The UMIDIGI A11 Pro Max comes with a primary Sony 48MP sensor with AI features, and a 16MP ultra-wide sensor having a field of view of 120 degrees. Like the UMIDIGI A11, it sports a 2MP depth sensor and an infrared thermometer 2.0 sensor. The infrared sensor allows the user to measure body temperature without even touching the body. Upfront, the device features a 24MP sensor that is placed inside the punch hole.

All this is backed by a 5150mAh battery that supports 10W charging via a USB Type-C port. Umidigi A11 Pro Max runs on Android 11 out of the box. It has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner which is embedded in the power button. However, it also supports face unlock, which further powers AI features. Also, there is an independent key that you can customize according to your needs.

Technical Specifications

Screen: 6.8″ FHD+ Screen
CPU: MediaTek Helio G80, 2*Cortex-A75+6*Cortex-A55, up to 2.0GHz
GPU: ARM Mali-G52 2EEMC2, up to 950MHz
RAM: 4GB / 8GB, LPDDR4X dual-channel
Storage: 128GB
Battery: USB Type-C, 5150mAh, 10W Fast Charge
Dimensions: 167.8 x 75.6 x 8.58 mm
Weight: 225g
Rear Camera:
48MP Sony main camera, F/1.79, 6-element lens
16MP ultra wide-angle camera, FOV 120°, F/2.2
2MP macro camera
Front Camera:
24MP, F/1.8 aperture
Dedicated Button: Customizable independent shortcut key
Connectivity: Dual 4G / Dual VoLTE
Bands：
4G: FDD: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28A/28B/B66
TDD: B34/38/39/40/41
3G: WCDMA: B1/2/4/5/6/8/19
TDSCDMA: B34/39
CDMA:BC0/BC1
2G: GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8
GPS, Glonass, Galileo, Beidou
3.5mm Audio Jack, Bluetooth 5.0, Android 11
Sensors: Infrared Temperature Sensor, Side Fingerprint Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Electronic Compass
Colors: Frost Grey, Mist Blue

Pricing and Availability

Umidigi A11 Pro Max is available in two colour options of Frost Grey and Mist Blue. The fully packed smartphone – Umidigi A11 Pro Max is available for the price of $139.99 (4GB RAM + 128GB Storage) and $169.99 (8GB RAM + 128GB storage). It will start retailing from August 23 via Aliexpress, you can add it to your cart now for the best price.

Umidigi A11 Pro Max supports a dual 4G network and works with all 4G bands around the world. Do note that UMIDIGI is giving away 10 units of A11 Pro Max and UMIDIGI Airbuds Pro. Interested users can enter the giveaway here.

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Here is how much the Mi Pad Stylus and Mi Pad Keyboard Case costs

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 10, 2021

Earlier today, Xiaomi announced new tablets after a three-year hiatus from the tablet market. The new Mi Pad 5 tablets are compatible with a stylus and a keyboard case, and if you plan on picking up any of the models, then you should know how much their accessories cost.

Mi Pad Stylus

The Mi Pad Stylus is priced at ¥349 (~$54) which is significantly cheaper than the Apple Pencil 2nd generation which is priced at $129. However, it costs more than Lenovo’s own Xiaoxin Active Capacitive Pen which sells for ¥299 (~$46).

The stylus has a length of 152mm and weighs 12.2 grams. It has a replaceable soft nib and two shortcut buttons on the sides. Other features are a 240Hz touch sampling rate, 4096-levels of pressure sensitivity, and a battery life of 8 hours. It charges wirelessly when placed on the top of the Mi Pad 5 and a 60-second charge will provide up to 20 minutes of usage.

The Mi pad Stylus is already available for purchase on Mi.com.

Mi Pad Keyboard Case

The Mi Pad Keyboard Case comes in white, black, and green and is priced at ¥399 (~$62). The 63-key keyboard has 1.2mm travel for an improved typing experience. It connects to the Mi Pad 5 via three pogo pins and has a magnet underneath that keeps the tablet in place.

You can pre-order the keyboard case on Mi.com

Mi Pad Magnetic Case

If you don’t want a keyboard case, Xiaomi also has a standard case that offers double-sided protection for the Mi Pad 5. The cover of the case can be folded into a triangle that serves as a kickstand when propped up on a flat surface.

The Mi Pad Magnetic Case is available in Black, Green, and Orange and is priced at ¥99 (~$15) on the Xiaomi website.

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Xiaomi Sound with UWB is the brand’s first high-end smart speaker priced at ¥499 (~$77)

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Aug 10, 2021

Xiaomi, Tuesday evening, held a highly-anticipated launch event in China where it unveiled the premium Xiaomi Mix 4 smartphone alongside the Mi Pad 5 series, the Xiaomi CyberDog, and its second-generation OLED TV. Xiaomi also announced what it called its first high-end smart speaker. The gadget bears the moniker Xiaomi Sound and despite the appellation as a high-end speaker, it arrives with a fairly decent price tag of 499 yuan (~$77).

Also, one would have expected a bulky speaker but the Xiaomi Sound features a compact body and surprisingly, the internal configuration is designed to output a powerful sound. The speaker is also embedded with Harman AudioEFX which allows the speaker to transform into a powerhouse of deep and rich low-frequency sound without damaging the hardware. This re-enforces the claim that it is indeed a high end product.

The speaker features built-in neodymium iron boron powerful magnets with dual suspension passive radiators. Xiaomi claims it can achieve 90dB shock sound pressure and 70Hz full bass. At the same time, it adopts 360° omnidirectional sound output, a top-mounted sound guide cone design, and is the Hi-Res (high-resolution) certification.

Xiaomi Sound is available in two colors of silver and black, and the metal quality is sufficient. Lei Jun touts it to be the most beautiful and high-end smart speaker that the brand has launched in 10 years.

Furthermore, Xiaomi Sound also supports the calculation of audio functions, 330 calculations per second, to achieve dynamic tuning. At the same time, it deploys algorithm to regulate the sound quality and volume at night time to suit the ambience.

Another interesting feature is that the speaker supports two interconnections, combined stereo, and even 8 interconnections. That means you can link up to eight different speakers together which can then be placed at different locations to achieve a robust sound experience. Apart from Bluetooth connectivity, the smart speaker also supports Ultra-Wide-Band (UWB) connectivity.

Xiaomi is yet to reveal the availability details. We also expect the company to launch this product outside China at some point.

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Deal: Buy ThundeRobot ML703 Wireless Gaming Mouse for $29 (Retail Price $46)

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Aug 10, 2021

ThundeRobot ML703 Wireless Gaming Mouse which generally retails for $46 is now available at a discounted price of $29.30 only at AliExpress. This super deal ends tomorrow.

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Power-saving technology
1000mAh battery: 90 hours of playtime
Rechargeable battery
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Xiaomi unveils MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition and MIUI for Pad

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Aug 10, 2021

At the Mi MIX 4 launch event, Xiaomi not only announced a bunch of hardware but also software. The company unveiled MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition and MIUI for Pad. Let’s take a look at what they have to offer.

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition

As the name suggests, MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition brings improvements for MIUI 12.5, which itself is a polished version of MIUI 12. In fact, Xiaomi is yet to deliver MIUI 12.5 to eligible devices worldwide but we already have a newer version of the software.

Xiaomi says that MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition comes with fixes for 160 system header problems and 224 system application problems. The latest version of MIUI also brings all-around optimizations for the bottom framework to the top-most application layer.

According to the company, the new version of its mobile operating system is a result of progress achieved by the engineers in optimizing the MIUI system in the last six months. This means the MIUI Pioneer Group might not have played a key role in the development as it was established recently.

In a nutshell, MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition does not introduce new features. Instead, it comes with four optimizations, namely Liquid Storage, Atomic Memory, Focus Calculation, and Intelligent Balance.

Liquid Storage
- A self-developed solution for optimizing storage mechanism. Helps in retaining read and write performance over a long period of time.
Atomic Memory
- A self-developed solution for optimizing memory management mechanism. Improves the performance of holding applications in memory.
Focus Calculation
- A self-developed solution for optimizing processor scheduling. Helps is reducing CPU usage and power consumption.
Intelligent Balance
- This solution intelligently allocates hardware performance as well as power consumption, and seeks a balance between the two.

MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition stable update will be rolled out to the first batch of the following 12 devices from August 13 in China.

Mi MIX 4
Mi 11 Ultra
Mi 11 Pro
Mi 11
Mi 10 Ultra
Mi 10 Pro
Mi 10S
Mi 10
Redmi K40
Redmi K40 Pro
Redmi K30S Ultra
Redmi K30 Pro

Xiaomi says that a detailed rollout plan for all the eligible devices will be shared shortly on Mi Community. Unfortunately, it’s not known whether this version of MIUI will make its way to global markets at the moment.

MIUI for Pad

Xiaomi launched Mi Pad 5 and Mi Pad 5 Pro alongside the Mi MIX 4. These are the company’s first-ever tablets in the last three years. Apart from bringing high-end hardware for affordable price tags, they also debut a new version of MIUI called MIUI for Pad.

MIUI for Pad is basically a redesigned MIUI 12.5 for tablets. It is a known fact that many Android applications don’t support full screen yet. However, Xiaomi claims that its version of Android offers a full-screen app experience along with split-screen mode.

However, it is worth noting that the company also mentions that only 300+ mainstream applications are well-optimized for MIUI for Pad. Hence, it has set a target to adapt 2000 applications by the end of this year.

Xiaomi requests app developers to join the Xiaomi Open Platform to improve the state of the Android tablet app ecosystem. Since multiple smartphone OEMs are expected to release Android tablets in the coming months, we might finally see an improvement in this regard.

Last but not least, the company did not reveal anything about the new Mi Security app for tablets, which it teased recently.

Xiaomi reveals CyberDog: A cheaper version of Boston Dynamic’s robot dog

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 10, 2021

Xiaomi is great at keeping secrets when it wants to. For example, the first Mi MIX phone was a surprise announcement when it was unveiled five years ago. Today, Xiaomi has unveiled another surprise product, one we had no inkling of prior to its unveiling today. The CyberDog is a quadruped robot that you can call the manufacturer’s own version of Boston Dynamic’s Spot robot dog.

The CyberDog is described as a bio-inspired quadruped robot that is powered by NVIDIA’s Jetson Xavier NX AI Supercomputer for Embedded and Edge Systems paired with 128GB of near-industrial grade SSD. The former has an AI performance of 21 TOPS.

There are a plethora of cameras, microphones, and sensors on the head of the robot that gives it spatial perception comparable to the human eye. The sensors include AI cameras, binocular ultra-wide cameras, and Intel’s RealSense D450 depth camera module that helps the robot achieve centimeter-scale obstacle avoidance and navigation. It also has SLAM mapping and auto-tracking.

CyberDog can be controlled in three ways – via the mobile phone app, voice control, and a remote control pictured below that is sold separately. Only a handful of Xiaomi phones including the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition, Redmi K40, Redmi K30 5G, Redmi 10X Pro, Redmi 10X, and Mi MIX 2S are supported at the moment. Xiaomi says compatibility for more devices will be added in the future.

The CyberDog, with its in-house developed high-performance servo motor, has a wide range of movements including running, jumping, turning left or right. and leaning forward. It can also do a backflip, roll around, and stand on its hind legs. It has a maximum walking speed of 3.2m/s and a maximum payload of 3kg.

Xiaomi’s XiaoAI system is built into the robot and it can be used to control compatible smart home appliances such as the TV, vacuum cleaner, air conditioner, and air purifier.

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CyberDog price and availability

While Boston Dynamic’s Spot sells for $74,500, Xiaomi’s CyberDog sells for a fraction of that at ¥9999 (~$1541). Of course, there are significant differences between the two robots, but if you have always wanted a robot similar to Boston Dynamic’s Spot, Xiaomi’s CyberDog is a significantly more affordable version.

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Deal: Get Baseus Control Hand Held 3 Axis Gimbal for $76 (Retail Price $120)

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Aug 10, 2021

Baseus Control Hand Held 3 Axis Gimbal which generally retails for $120 is now available at a discounted price of $75.91 only at AliExpress. This super deal ends tomorrow.

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Baseus Control Hand Held 3 Axis Gimbal

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Automatic motion tracking: Intelligent image recognition tech
Manual Zoom
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Auto-calibration: Portrait vs Landscape
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12-hour battery life
Smart control through APP

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Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 & Mi Pad 5 Pro Official: 11″, 120Hz refresh rate, 5G, MIUI for Pad & more!

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Aug 10, 2021

After a three-year wait, Xiaomi has finally launched the Mi Pad 5 series in China. The new tablet series comprises the vanilla Mi Pad 5 and the high-end Mi Pad 5 Pro which equally has a 5G version. The new tablet comes with several high-end features including 5G connectivity on the Pad 5 Pro which places it on a good pedestal to take on the likes of iPad Pro. The features also give us assurances that the premium slate was worth the long wait.

In terms of the specifications, the Mi Pad 5 series is equipped with a large 11-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2560X1600 pixels, a high refresh rate of 120Hz, a PPI of up to 275, and a contrast ratio of 1500:1. The slate is also said to support hardware anti-blue light and true color display functions.

In order to deliver a premium audio experience and video experience, all the models support Dolby Atmos. The Pad 5 has four built-in speakers while the Mi Pad 5 Pro is equipped with eight speakers in a dual-core arrangement. The mid-bass and treble are divided by a dedicated sound unit, which can bring better bass diving and treble extensibility.

The Mi Pad 5 Pro and the 5G version are equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor while the Mi Pad 5 is equipped with Snapdragon 860 processor. The Mi Pad 5 series is available in several memory options including a 6GB+128GB version and 6GB + 256GB version for the Mi Pad 5 and Mi Pad 5 Pro. The Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G is available in a sole 8GB RAM + 256GB storage version.

The Mi Pad 5 is equipped with a single 13-megapixel rear camera while the Pro version is upgraded to a dual-camera setup made up of a 13-megapixel main sensor and a 5-megapixel depth-of-field lens combination. The camera setup on the 5G version is even more powerful as it is equipped with a massive 50-megapixel main camera and a 5-megapixel depth-of-field lens. All the models feature an 8-megapixel selfie shooter that also supports Face unlock.

In terms of battery life, the vanilla Pad 5 packs an 8720mAh battery with 33W fast charging support and the Mi Pad 5 Pro crams an 8,600mAh battery under the hood and equally supports a 67W ultra-fast wired second charge.

Xiaomi is introducing a new MIUI For Pad operating system for the Mi Pad 5. This mimics what Apple does with the iOS for Pads which it christened iPadOS. The MIUI For Pad brings several customizations onboard the tablet, making it easy to use various apps, giving users a near-PC level experience. The OS is said to be adapted to more than 300 mainstream applications at present.

In addition, MIUI For Pad also supports custom input methods, split screens, small windows, parallel windows, and other functions, bringing a more convenient entertainment, office, and leisure experience.

Xiaomi also introduced a stylus pen and keyboard-style double-sided protective case alongside the tablet. The Stylus uses a two-button design of which the main button supports quick notes and switching brushes while the secondary button supports long-pressing to take screenshots and switching colors. At the same time, it supports PPT page turning operation.

To use it, you only need to put the stylus pen on the side of the Mi Pad 5 Pro to automatically pair. The stylus can be fully charged in 18 minutes and a full charge can be used to write continuously for 8 hours.

On its part, the keyboard-style double-sided protective case has an independent ESC button that supports canceling operations and exiting the full-screen state.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 & Mi Pad 5 Pro Pricing & Availability

Here are the pricing details of all the Mi Pad 5 series models.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 Pricing:

6+128GB – 1999 yuan (~$308)
6+256GB – 2299 yuan (~$355)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 Pro Pricing:

6+128GB – 2499 yuan (~$385)
6+256GB – 2799 yuan (~$432)
6+256GB (5G) – 3499 yuan (~$540)

The Mi Pad 5 is available in three colors: Black, dazzling white, and dark green. The Mi Pad 5 Pro comes in Black and dazzling white colors, while the 5G version will be available in Deep scalloped color matching.

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Deal: Get Xiaomi Desktop Fan for $26 (Retail Price $60)

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Aug 10, 2021

Xiaomi Desktop Fan which generally retails for $60 is now available at a discounted price of $26.53 only at AliExpress. This deal ends on 15 August.

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Xiaomi Desktop Fan

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Highly durable
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Colors: Black and White

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Xiaomi MIX 4 packs an in-display camera, Snapdragon 888+, ceramic body, and more for under $800

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Habeeb Onawole

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Aug 10, 2021

Xiaomi has announced a new model in its MIX series today in China. Unlike the MIX Fold, Xiaomi’s first foldable phone, this does not have a screen that folds. However, the MIX 4 is also a phone with some unique features. It is the manufacturer’s first phone with an in-display camera and Ultra Wide Band support, and also the first phone in the world to be powered by the Snapdragon 888 Plus processor.

MIX 4 Design

The MIX 4 is positioned as a business flagship and Xiaomi has kept the design clean but classy. The display is slightly curved and the back is covered in ceramic which is now 30% lighter. There is a large square-shaped camera housing on the back that is home to three rear cameras.

Xiaomi will sell the phone in three colors – Ceramic White, Ceramic Gray, and Ceramic Black.

MIX 4 Specifications

The MIX 4 has a 6.67-inch AMOLED 3D curved display with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. The screen is a 10-bit TrueColor panel with a 500,000:1 contrast ratio. Xiaomi says there is also Gorilla Glass Victus protection on the display.

The display uses a micro-diamond pixel technology that reduces pixel sizes and increases pixel brightness. Xiaomi says that the re-designed display allows for better camera zone transparency.

Xiaomi’s new phone is also the first in the world to be powered by the Snapdragon 888+ processor. The chipset is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.

One of the highlights of the MIX 4 is its in-display camera technology which Xiaomi has dubbed CUP (camera under-panel). It is a 20MP 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel sensor.

On the rear are three cameras – a 108MP HMX f/1.9 main camera with 7P lens and OIS, an 8MP 50x periscope camera with OIS that offers 5x optical zoom, and last is a 13MP f/2.2 free-form ultra-wide-angle camera. The free-form lens on the ultrawide angle camera means that distortion is reduced to about 1% compared to the 20% on a standard lens.

There is a 4500mAh battery capacity with support for 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging. The latter has a default mode that takes 45 minutes to charge the phone to 100% while a Boost mode takes just 28 minutes. For wired fast charging, boost mode charges the phone in just 15 minutes while normal mode takes 21 minutes. Xiaomi claims that the maximum rear temperature of the phone while charging at 120W is 37°C.

Xiaomi has equipped the Mi MIX 4 with a cooling technology that has a surface area of 11588mm². It includes a 4584mm² graphene sheet, a 1232mm² graphene heat spreader, a second 5070mm² graphite sheet, and a 702mm² graphite sheet in between the wireless charging coil and the ceramic back.

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The MIX 4 has stereo speakers tuned by Harman Kardon. It also has 19 antennas, support for 42 frequency bands, and a signal optimization mode that works in 8 scenarios where there is usually high traffic such as at the airport, hospital, and subway station. Xiaomi has also added support for 500MHz Ultra Wide Band that allows for precise spatial positioning.

There is also an impressive Find-My-Phone feature that keeps the MIX 4 connected to a network even after the SIM card has been removed. Users will also be able to find the phone if it is turned off.

MIX 4 Price and Availability

The MIX 4 is available in four configurations and below are their prices:

8GB RAM + 128GB = ¥4999 (~$770)
8GB RAM + 256GB = ¥5299 (~$817)
12GB RAM + 256GB = ¥5799 (~$894)
12GB RAM + 512GB = ¥6299 (~$972)

The MIX 4 will be available for pre-order starting today and will be available for purchase starting on August 16 at Mi Home stores, Xiaomi’s online store, Youpin, and authorized partners.

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realme C3 bags Android 11-based realme UI 2.0 stable update

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Aug 10, 2021

Chinese handset maker started rolling out Android 11-based realme UI 2.0 beta update for the realme C3 in early April. Four months later, the smartphone has finally begun to receive Android 11 stable update.

The realme C3 launched in early 2020 with realme UI based on Android 10. More than a year after its release, the phone has now started receiving the realme UI 2.0 stable update with Android 11.

According to the official announcement post on realme Community, the latest system update for the realme C3 arrives with firmware version RMX2020_11.C.04. In order to receive this update, users need to be on firmware version RMX2020_11_A.63.

Like any other OTA (Over-the-Air) software update, this one is also being rolled out in batches. In simpler words, the new build is not available for everyone at the moment, however, it should be in the coming days.

Having said that, if a user is not satisfied with the new update, they can roll back to the previous version of the software by manually installing the rollback file. But unfortunately, unlike the update process, the rollback process will wipe the internal storage of the device.

Last but not least, since realme C series phones have always received only one major update, the realme C3 will most likely not get the Android 12 update.

Xiaomi clarifies that the crypto-accepting Mi Store in Portugal is a third-party store

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Aug 10, 2021

A couple of days back, we brought you a report that Xiaomi‘s Mi Store in Portugal was now accepting payments using cryptocurrency including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, and even Dash for the purchase of smartphones, smartwatches, as well as other smart home products and devices. The move was said to be in partnership with Utrust, a Swiss cryptocurrency payment service provider, to support payment via digital assets in the region.

The news came as a surprise since Xiaomi is a Chinese company and the Chinese government had placed a ban on cryptocurrency. In a bid to avoid creating confusion, a Xiaomi spokesperson a few days back issued a statement on Weibo which clarified that the Mi Store in Portugal which announced the acceptance of cryptocurrency, is an authorized third-party partner which operates independently locally and “is not related to the operation of Xiaomi”.

The clarification could be a move to absolve the Chinese tech giant of any legal liability considering the stance of the Chinese government about cryptocurrency. However, a different rule applies in Portugal where the government is friendly towards cryptocurrency with favorable tax laws. Thus, it is no surprise the brand’s Portugal franchise is adopting crypto using the brand name without issuing a disclaimer in the local market. Moreso, Xiaomi’s founder Lei Jun had long been linked with the world’s largest bitcoin mining company – Bitmain.

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Deal: Get BlitzWolf BW-FYE7 TWS Earbuds for $31 (Retail Price $60)

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Aug 10, 2021

BlitzWolf BW-FYE7 TWS Earbuds which generally retails for $60 is now available at a discounted price of $30.87 only at AliExpress. This deal ends tomorrow.

WHERE TO BUY

BlitzWolf BW-FYE7 TWS Earbuds at $30.87 (after discount)@AliExpress

BlitzWolf BW-FYE7 TWS Earbuds

Key Features:

Oblique angle design – ergonomic comfort and perfect fit in your ear canal
Dual 6mm Dynamic driver – delivers powerful bass and high definition music
Universal compatibility
Bluetooth v5.0: 10m obstacle-free connection
Low dealy, stable signal, and fast pairing
Low power consumption
Battery: 6 hours playback time and 16 hours with the case
Charging time: 1 to 2 hours
IPX4 – waterproof and sweatproof
Supports Siri Voice assistant

Generally retailing for $60, you can now buy BlitzWolf BW-FYE7 TWS Earbuds at a discounted price of $30.87 only at AliExpress. Please note that this deal ends tomorrow. So place your order asap.

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Vivo teases the iQOO 8 Pro powerful camera specs & samples

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Aug 10, 2021

BBK subsidiary Vivo is expected to launch the iQOO 8 series soon, with the launch date confirmed as August 17. We have been thrilled to retinue of features the flagship smartphone will pack. We have also seen the models make an appearance on benchmarking platforms.

A new interesting detail has now emerged about the photographic prowess of the iQOO 8 Pro. Vivo shared a fresh teaser revealing some features of the camera setup. The poster shows the iQOO 8 Pro will pack a 50-megapixel main shooter paired with a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera sensor which happened to be the main sensor on the iQOO Pro launched in 2019. The main camera is expected to have Vivo’s VIS five-axis stabilization, covering all the possible movements

The iQOO 8 will come with a triple camera setup but details of the third camera weren’t teased. However, it could possibly be a mid-zoom option that can go up to 60mm or about 2.5x.

Apart from the poster, Vivo also shared a couple of samples shot using the iQOO 8 Pro. The pictures are not in their original sizes as they have been reduced in size so they can be uploaded on the web. The pictures were also captured under controlled lighting. However, the samples shows the iQOO 8 Pro camera holds some promises.

Earlier leaks and teasers already confirmed the iQOO 8 Pro will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ chipset. The device will also utilize Samsung’s E5 OLED with an LTPO controller capable of 1-120Hz variable frame rate adjustment.

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OnePlus 6, 6T start receiving OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update

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Aug 10, 2021

OnePlus rolled out the OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 1 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T ahead of schedule at the beginning of July. The handset also got the second beta update at the end of the same month. Now, a few days later, the phones have started receiving OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update.

According to the official announcement post on OnePlus Community, the Android 11-based OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T arrives with optimizations, improvements, and fixes. In other words, it does not come with any few features.

As per the changelog, the new beta update optimizes background process management to improve battery life. Further, it brings improvements for smoother YouTube video playback and system stability.

Last but not least, it fixes VoWiFi not enabling issue, Work-Life Balance not working when the screen is locked, and other known issues.

The latest Android 11 public beta update for the OnePlus 6 and the OnePlus 6T is being rolled out via OTA for users who are on the previous beta release. Users running the stable build will have to download the appropriate fled and install it manually.

OnePlus 6, 6T OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 3 Official Changelog

System
- Optimized background process management mechanism to improve battery life
- Improved the smoothness of YouTube playing videos
- Improved system stability and fixed known issues
Network
- Fixed the failed issue of enabling VoWiFi
Work-Life Balance
- Fixed the issue that the feature doesn’t work when the screen is locked

Here’s the list of devices that support MIUI ‘Memory extension’ feature

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Aug 10, 2021

At the end of April, Kacper Skrzypek, a well-known MIUI tipster revealed that Xiaomi is working on a RAM extension feature. This feature is officially known as ‘Memory extension’. In the following weeks, the feature made its way to multiple Mi, Redmi, and POCO-branded smartphones. Let’s take a look at the list of devices that support the new MIUI ‘Memory extension’ feature.

The MIUI ‘Memory extension’ feature made its debut on the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G. It later made its way to multiple other Xiaomi group smartphones via MIUI 12.5 beta as well as builds.

According to Kacper Skrzypek, following Xiaomi group smartphones currently support the MIUI ‘Memory extension’ feature either in beta and stable channels.

MIUI Memory Extension Supported Devices

All Snapdragon 888, 870, & 865 Phones (except Mi MIX Fold as it is yet to get MIUI 12.5)
POCO X3 GT
Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G
Redmi Note 9 5G
Redmi Note 9T 5G
Redmi 9T
Redmi Note 8

Devices that may get MIUI Memory Extension in Future

Xiaomi Mi MIX 4
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite NE
Redmi Note 10
Redmi Note 10S
Redmi Note 10 5G
Redmi Note 10 JE
Redmi 10
Redmi 9i
Redmi 9C
Redmi 9A
Redmi Note 8T
Redmi Note 8 2021
Other Unreleased Phones

More devices could get support for MIUI ‘Memory extension’ in the future. As per Kacper, devices with more than 128GB storage can extend RAM by 3GB. Whereas, the devices with 128GB and 64GB storage can extend RAM by 2GB and 1GB respectively.

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