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ZTE Axon 30 5G launched with improved Under-screen camera, 120Hz AMOLED screen & more!

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Jed John Ikoba
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Chinese tech giant ZTE has been the pioneer brand in the aspect of under-screen camera technology for smartphones. The Axon 20 which was launched last year is still the only model worldwide that packs an under-screen selfie camera. ZTE has now unveiled the Axon 30 bringing a new generation of under-screen camera technology again this year. The device not only features a better display but the under-screen camera technology also promises a better imaging effect than its predecessor. ZTE Axon 30

Unlike the Axon 20 display which could boast of just 200 PPI, the Axon 30 display is touted to be the world’s first 400PPI under-screen camera phone. It is also the first phone with an under-screen camera that supports a 120Hz refresh rate.

In terms of specifications, the ZTE Axon 30 with a completely symmetrical, non-perforated 6.92-inch AMOLED screen with 1.07 billion colors and a resolution of 2460 x 1080 pixels. The device utilizes a slender 20.5:9 screen aspect ratio with a 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut, matching all colors in the digital image. The device also comes with DTS: XUltra 3D sound effects that can provide an immersive audio and video experience.ZTE Axon 30

ZTE also added two new smart display controls on the Axon 30: smart pixel enhancement control and smart optimized display control. The multi-drive ACE circuit arrangement makes the transition of the camera area under the screen more natural. The 7-layer screen structure, special OLED and more transparent cathodes, and high-transmittance arrays create better conditions for the camera under the screen.ZTE Axon 30

Talking of the camera setup, the Axon 30 is equipped with a 16 megapixels large-size front camera with a single-pixel size of up to 1.12um. ZTE says it relied on tens of thousands of sets of data, through AI deep learning for model training, and finally realized the revolutionary upgrade of the proactive intelligence algorithm 2.0, allowing users to use AI image quality even in scenes with darker ambient light. Enhancement technology greatly improves the resolution of the picture, thereby improving the problems of underexposure and obvious noise during shooting, thus improving the practicality of the under-screen camera. The camera sample shows a bright prospect but we’ll have to wait for independent reviews to know if ZTE has indeed gotten it right.ZTE Axon 30 5G in-display camera sample

In terms of the core configuration, ZTE Axon 30 is powered by the Snapdragon 870 processor. It is also equipped with UFS3.1 flash memory and supports memory fusion technology, which can call 8GB from flash memory as Virtual storage (post push), combined with the 12GB physical RAM version, this bumps up the available RAM to 20GB.ZTE Axon 30 global launch

In addition, the Axon 30 is also excellent in rear imaging. It adopts a matrix arrangement of a four-camera setup in which the main camera is the 64-megapixel Sony IMX682sensor teaming up with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor, a 5-megapixel macro, and a 2-megapixel depth-of-field lens.

At the same time, ZTE Axon 30 also supports smart Vlog short video shooting function, with different built-in smart shooting templates. You can choose music, special effects, and filters as you like, without the need for further editing before publishing.

In other respects, the Axon 30 packs a 4200mAh battery and supports 55W fast charging. It also comes with NFC  in addition to 5G support. ZTE Axon 30

In terms of price, the Axon 30 will be available in four different memory variants. Here are the prices;

ZTE Axon 30 6 GB +128G version —– 2,198 yuan (~$338)

ZTE Axon 30 8 GB + 128GB version — 2,498 yuan (~$384)

ZTE Axon 30 8 GB + 256GB priced at – 2,798 yuan (~$430)

ZTE Axon 30 12 GB + 256GB version – 3,098 yuan (~$476)

The 12 GB + 256GB version will get a discount of 100 yuan during the first sale bringing the price down to 2998 yuan (~$460).

The Axon 30 models will officially go on sale at 10 am on August 3. ZTE has also confirmed that the Axon 30 will be launched for the global market this September.

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ZTE Axon 30 5G will get a global release in September

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Habeeb Onawole
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ZTE announced the Axon 30 5G smartphone in China today. The device is the first to feature its second-generation under-display camera technology. If you are wondering if it will be available outside China, then the answer is yes.

ZTE Axon 30 global launch

The Chinese manufacturer has announced that the Snapdragon 870-powered smartphone will launch in September. The announcement was made on Twitter via the ZTE Devices account.

ZTE launched the Axon 20 5G, the first smartphone with an in-display camera, last year and the phone got a global release. So it is not much of a surprise that ZTE plans to big the improved version to other markets too.

The Axon 30 5G has a 6.92-inch FHD AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is available in four variants – 6GB RAM + 128GB, 8GB RAM + 128GB, 8GB RAM + 256GB, and 12GB RAM + 256GB.

There are three 64MP cameras on the back of the phone along with an 8MP ultrawide angle camera that can also take 3CM macro photos. The camera under the display is a 16MP sensor. There is a 4200mAh battery under the hood and there is support for 55W fast charging, Power Delivery, and Quick Charge 4+. ZTE ships the phone with MyOS 11 based on Android 11 out of the box.

 

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Nothing ear (1) earbuds launched with a unique design and a $99 price tag

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Habeeb Onawole
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After announcing that its first product will arrive this summer back in February, Nothing has finally taken the wraps off the Nothing ear (1) earbuds. The headphones were announced today during a live stream.

Nothing ear (1)

The Nothing ear (1) tries to stand out from the several other earbuds available now with its design. It has a transparent body and you can see the internals through the clear plastic. To be honest, it actually looks much better than expected. Nothing has settled for a closed in-ear design with liquid silicone tips and each earbud (and case) has the product name engraved on it.

Nothing ear (1) earbud design

The earbuds each weigh 4.7 grams and feature 11.6mm drivers from Teenage Engineering. They have an IPX4 rating making them resistant to sweat and splashes. They also have in-ear detection, and with the companion app, you can adjust active noise cancellation, activate transparency mode, and change the equalizer settings. There is also a Find My Earbud feature in the app. The companion app is available for Android and iOS.

Nothing says the earbuds will provide 4 hours of battery life with ANC turned on and 5.7 hours with ANC turned off. The charging case takes the total battery life up to 34 hours. You will be able to recharge the case via a USB-C port or by placing it on a Qi wireless charger.

The Nothing ear (1) will be available starting on August 17 in several countries and regions including the US, Europe, India, and the UK. However, there will be a limited sale via the Nothing website on July 31. The earbuds will sell for $99 in the US, €99 in Europe, £99 in the UK, and INR 5,999 in India.

 

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Samsung The Frame 2021 gets a gigantic 85-inch version in South Korea

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Jed John Ikoba
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Samsung Electronics is one of South Korea’s top firms as well as a global powerhouse. The company has just unveiled the biggest variant of its lifestyle TV, The Frame, to its home market of South Korea. The new 85-inch The Frame TV joins the 2021 lineup, which includes the 43-inch and 75-inch models released earlier in the year. The biggest The Frame TV yet is priced at KRW 6,690,000 ($5,800) in South Korea.Samsung The Frame 85-inch

The new TV has a 4K/QLED display, HDR10, HDR10+ HLG, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with a wooden bezel by default and can be customized to suit the owner’s taste. You can use magnetic bezels of different hues. This year’s version is much slimmer than the 2020 version. It features a Slim Fit wall-mount design, providing a pretty perfect and aesthetically impressive view, with the TV sitting extremely flush with the wall. The TV runs on Samsung’s Tizen operating system and has Voice Assistant support.

Samsung’s The Frame TV has multiple HDMI 2.1 (4) and USB (2) ports, an Ethernet port, Bluetooth 5.2, and Wi-Fi 5 connectivity. Indeed, It has various features and functionality that ensure a truly great viewing and listening experience.

The Frame TV features the Quantum Processor 4K, and it has apps for all the famous audio and video streaming services. It has a motion sensor that turns the TV on automatically when a person enters the room. Its brightness and audio sensors adjust screen brightness and TV volume to match the room conditions.

With the Frame TV, you can display your pictures or any art piece from Samsung’s Art Store. The Art Store contains a rich collection of fantastic and exhilarating artworks. And finally, The Frame TV comes with a solar-powered remote control.

Samsung says the global rollout of the 85-inch The Frame TV will commence soon.

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iQOO 8 series could be showcased at the ChinaJoy conference

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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Chinese smartphone brand iQOO is expected to launch the iQOO 8 series as soon as early August. Ahead of that, these handsets will be showcased at an upcoming conference in China. This piece of information comes directly from the company’s official Weibo account.

iQOO 8 Series Teaser Poster

A few hours back, the official iQOO Weibo account shared a teaser poster for the next iQOO series of smartphones. As per the teaser image, the forthcoming handsets will be presented at the ChinaJoy conference, which is scheduled to take place from July 30 to August 2 in Shanghai.

The company is yet to officially reveal the name of these devices. However, multiple leaks have suggested them to carry iQOO 8 branding.

According to previous reports, one of the iQOO 8 series models will sport a QHD+ display with a resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels. It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ SoC paired with 12GB RAM, 4GB virtual RAM, and 256GB storage. As for software, it will run OriginOS 1.0 for iQOO based on Android 11.

Since the current-gen iQOO 7 series features a similar design and specs as the vivo X60 series, the upcoming iQOO 8 will be mostly identical to the vivo X70 series.

What do you expect from the iQOO 8 series? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

 

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MediaTek’s latest Kompanio 1300T chipset is a Dimensity 1200 for tablets & laptops

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Jed John Ikoba
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Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturer MediaTek has announced a new chipset for tablets and ARM-powered laptops dubbed Kompanio 1300T. The chipset takes over from the Kompanio 1200 with model number MT8195 which was unveiled in November last year. MediaTek Kompanio 1300T

The new chipset features a flagship architecture similar to the Dimensity 1200 smartphone chipset. In this light, it is built on TSMC’s 6nm node and utilizes an octa-core processor. The processor consists of four big Cortex-A78 cores and four small Cortex-A55 cores. The GPU saw the major upgrade as the chipset bundles a nano-core Mali-G77 MC9 GPU which is superior to the Mali G57 MC5 utilized by the Kompanio 1200.MediaTek Kompanio 1300T

Furthermore, the Kompanio 1300T is integrated with a sub-6 GHz bands 5G modem which supports dual-SIM and dual-channel carrier aggregation. It features support for two 1080p displays which isn’t bad considering that it is a chipset for tablets and laptops and not for dual-screen smartphones. However, for a single display, it supports a resolution of up to 1440p with a 120Hz refresh rate, as well as HDR10+ video playback. Combined with the 5G connectivity which brings a low-latency connection for video gaming, the display is well suited for gaming.

MediaTek Kompanio 1300T
Kompanio 1300T vs Dimensity 1200 vs Kompanio 1200 (source GSMArena)

The new chipset also brings support for cameras with a maximum of 108MP sensors and 4K video recording at up to 60 fps. It also integrates an APU that enables features like AI Picture Quality (AI-PQ) and voice commands. The chip also supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.

MediaTek did reveal that the Kompanio 1300T will feature in tablets from the third quarter of this year (July-September). The company didn’t reveal the first tablet that would feature the chipset but a popular tipster Digital Chat Station had earlier confirmed that the Honor V7 Pro that is expected to be launched in mid-August will feature the 1300T.

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ACEFAST D1 Wireless Car Charger Review: A 15W smart charger & mount for your phone

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Paco Zheng
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Wireless car chargers have become popular among car owners. And if you were wondering which wireless car charger to get this year, the ACEFAST’s D1 Fast Wireless Car Charger can be a good option. Personally, I think the ACEFAST D1 meets all my needs for a wireless car charger.

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ACEFAST D1 Hands-on: Unboxing

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Let’s first start with the unboxing. The box contains a Holder, an Air vent outlet clip, a Center console base, a Type-C cable, a Sticky base, and a Manual. Yes, you can use it using two different methods: You can use the Suction cup to fix it on the Windshield or Dashboard. Or you can use the center console base that has a 360° rotating ball joint, ideal for AC vents.Acefast D1 Wireless Car Charger 02 It can also be extended or shortened. The design of the bottom of the Holder also allows you to plug in a Type-C cable for wired charging when you don’t like the slow wireless charging option. The ACEFAST D1 uses a similar mounting design opted by most brands in the market, which also shows that these two fixing solutions are really the best available options at present. 

You can set your phone at any angle by rotating the base (360-degrees) according to your requirement.

ACEFAST D1 Hands-on: Wireless Charging

The ACEFAST D1 wireless car charger uses the universal Qi wireless charging protocol, which is not only compatible with all kinds of cell phones but also supports up to 15w charging power for phones from LG and 10w and 7.5w for Samsung cell phones and iPhones. 15W is currently the highest power supported by third-party wireless chargers. It will also ensure that you can at least charge your device when using GPS navigation.

ACEFAST D1 Hands-on: Cool Features 

When you plug in the charging cable, it automatically opens the Silicone arm, and when you put the phone down, it automatically closes. To take the phone away, you need to touch the button on the top of the Holder and it will open the Silicone arm, all in the same way as other brands.

The reason I recommend the ACEFAST D1 over other brands is that it has many details that are very well done. For example, there are some cars that will stop supplying power to the Wireless Charger Car Mount Holder when you turn off the ignition. As most chargers don’t have a built-in battery, when you want to take the phone off you have to use your hands to break its arm. Interestingly, the ACEFAST D1 has a built-in battery, so this situation will not occur.

Another example is that the location of the wireless charging coil is different for different brands of phones. The ACEFAST D1 has the function of automatically detecting the position of the wireless coil and can automatically adjust the position of the phone to the position with the highest charging power. So there is no need to worry about the problem of not being able to use it for your particular model.

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While the charger will fulfill most of your needs, it doesn’t mean the ACEFAST D1 has no drawbacks? One complaint I have is about its top button. It is not very sensitive, which means sometimes you have to press a couple of times for it to work.

Other than that, I think it is a perfect Wireless Charger Car Mount Holder. 

You can check out more details at their website here, and buy it at Amazon (Coupon: BCRKPBFO, 30% off)

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Tipster: There will not be a OnePlus 9T this year

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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OnePlus is known for releasing two flagship smartphone series every year since 2016. The company’s premium handsets for the second half of the year come under the OnePlus T series. According to a reliable tipster, there won’t be a T model in 2021.

OnePlus Logo Green

If OnePlus releases a T series device this year, it would be most likely called OnePlus 9T. This so-called handset is being rumored for the past few weeks. 

But now, as per Max Jambor, a well-known leaker, OnePlus will not be launching the OnePlus 9T this year. Unfortunately, his short tweet does not mention the reason.

Since OnePlus is known for making announcements before the launch or cancellation of any product, we expect the brand to reveal why it isn’t releasing the OnePlus 9T. But anyway, like always, the company won’t be giving a straightforward answer.

We think the cancellation of the OnePlus 9T could be due to the shortage of semiconductors, especially the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. The upcoming Galaxy S21 FE is also delayed because of the same reason.

Anyway, it also makes sense for the brand to not release another high-end device in the second half of the year since there aren’t any huge improvements when compared to the models released in the first half. Hence, there was no OnePlus 8T Pro last year as opposed to the OnePlus 7T Pro a year prior.

Maybe, the company will quietly discontinue the OnePlus T series next year. That said, what are your thoughts on this situation? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

 

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Google might have decided the dessert name for Android 13 “T”

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Sean
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While Google is gearing up for the launch of the public release of Android 12 in the arriving months, new information has just surfaced regarding the next iteration of the operating system. The company might have decided on the dessert name of Android 13 “T”.

Google

According to a commit on the AOSP Gerrit (spotted by @_cdesai, Via XDADevelopers) the search engine giant has apparently decided upon the name for the next generation of Android operating system. The Android 13 “T” will be internally called Tiramisu. At the moment, this is the first mention of the internal codename for the next iteration of Android, while the new OS will be publicly referred to as simply “Android 13.”

Google

For those unaware, the company is used to calling its Android versions with a dessert name. This has been a tradition for around a decade, although, the brand stopped the tradition starting with the Android 10 (Android Q) OS and even rebranded the Android platform. However, the dessert names are still being continued as codenames internally, with Android 10 being Quince Tart, Android 11 was named Red Velvet, and Android 12 was Snow Cone.

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Deal: Get Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L for As Low As $8

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AliExpress is giving out an amazing deal on Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L. The backpacks which sell at around $25 are now available for as low as $8.25 only. 

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Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L at $8.25 to $12.84 @AliExpress

Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L

The original Xiaomi Mi Backpack is known for its aesthetic design and superior quality. Made with 100% polyester microfibre, the backpack is lightweight and durable and the water-repellent shell fabric makes it ideal for your rainy adventures. 

Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L

The unisex design comes with one large pock big enough to carry your laptops, books, clothes, etc, and 3 small side pockets large enough to hold your umbrella, water bottle, wallet, mini pad, phone, keys, lights, etc. The front pocket is ergonomically designed for easy and quick use without removing the backpack from your shoulders. 

Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L

Additional features like anti-wrinkle, water-resistant, and foldable make this backpack perfect for your travel, adventure sports, work, school, and university needs. 

Xiaomi Mi Backpack 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L

The original Xiaomi Mi Backpack is perfect for almost all your needs and comes in 10 different colors and 4 sizes viz: 7L, 10L, 15L, and 20L. You can buy the 7L backpack for as low as $8.25 and the 20L backpack is available at a discounted price of $12.84 only. Please note that the price changes according to the capacity and color. So make sure to choose the appropriate option before placing the order. 

 

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Deal: Get Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush for $11 (Retail Price $20)

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Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush which generally retails for $20 is now available at a discounted price of $11.04 only at AliExpress. 

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Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush at $11.04 @AliExpress

Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush

Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush

Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush

Key features:

  • Removes up to 7 times more plaque than a manual toothbrush                                              
  • High cleaning frequency: max 40000 times / min                                                                      
  • Help scientific brushing habit: 30s + 2mins Smart Timer (In-handle timer pulses every 30 seconds to let you know when to switch areas of the mouth, 2 minutes end brushing reminder )                                 
  • Premium high-density bristles： Antibacterial and durable, go deep into wisdom teeth, gum gap and quickly clean dental plaques                                                       
  • IPX7 full body waterproof level for direct washing                                                                 
  • Battery life: Approximately 30 days (Twice a day, 2 minutes each)
  • 4 High-Efficiency Cleaning Modes                  
  • Whiten-For removing surface stains
  • Clean-For Daily Clean
  • Polish -For Brightening And Polishing Teeth
  • Massage-For Gentle Massage

Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush

Generally retailing for $20, you can now buy Seago SG-551 Electric Toothbrush at a discounted price of $11.04 only at AliExpress. Please note that this price is applicable to the White and Black -3 Brush head bundle only. This is a limited-time offer. So place your order asap. 

 

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Deal: Get Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version for $25 (Retail Price $35)

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Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version which generally retails for $35 is now available at a discounted price of $24.99 only at AliExpress. This deal ends tomorrow. 

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Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version at $24.99 @AliExpress

Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version

Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version 

Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version

Key Features:

  • Low latency, Dual-channel transmission technology
  • Dual mic noise cancellation for calls
  • Instant auto-pairing
  • Premium Sound quality
  • Intuitive Touch control
  • 24 hours battery life with case
  • 6 hours of music playback on a single charge
  • 4 hours of call time on a single charge
  • Bluetooth v5.0

Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version

Generally retailing for $35, you can now buy Honor Choice TWS Earbuds Global Version at a discounted price of $24.99 only at AliExpress. This price is applicable to orders made from the China warehouse only. This deal ends tomorrow. So place your order asap. 

 

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Deal: Get Yi Dome Guard Home Security Camera for $33

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Yi Dome Guard Security Camera which generally retails for $50 is now available at a discounted price of $33 only at AliExpress. This deal ends tomorrow. 

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Yi Dome Guard Security Camera at $33 @AliExpress

Yi Dome Guard Security Camera

Yi Dome Guard Security Camera

Yi Dome Guard Security Camera

Key Features:

  • 360-degree monitoring and flexible tracking
  • 1080P enhanced night vision with IR light
  • AI-based smart human detection
  • Abnormal sound detection
  • Time-lapse
  • Instant notifications
  • Dedicated cloud service plans
  • EU plug variant

Yi Dome Guard Security CameraGenerally retailing for $50, you can now buy Yi Dome Guard Security Camera at a discounted price of $33 only at AliExpress. This price is applicable to orders made from the Spain warehouse. This deal ends tomorrow. So place your order asap. 

 

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Apple leads Tablet Apps Processors market in Q1 2021, with 59% revenue share

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Sean
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In the first quarter of this year, the tablet apps processor market grew by 33 percent, reaching 761 million US Dollars; and Apple dominated this segment with a massive 59 percent revenue share in the market.

Apple

According to a StrategyAnalytics report, Apple, Intel, Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Samsung LSI held that the top five spots for the tablet applications processor (AP) market in terms of revenue share in Q1 2021. The Cupertino based giant lead this segment with a dominating 59 percent revenue share. On the other hand, Intel only had a 14 percent revenue share while Qualcomm accounted for just 10 percent.

Sravan Kundojjala, Associate Director of Handset Component Technologies at Strategy Analystics added that the Cupertino based giant “increased its tablet AP revenue share to 59 percent in Q1 2021 – the company’s highest share in the past nine years. Its tablet AP revenue grew 60 percent year on year in Q1 2021, driven by new 5nm based A14 Bionic and the M1 chip. The pandemic driven demand also helped.”

Apple

He also stated that “MediaTek maintained its lead in non iPad tablets in unit terms, thanks to its design wins at Amazon, Lenovo, Samsung, Asus and others. Strategy Analytics estimates that MediaTek’s tablet AP shipments grew 92 percent year on year in Q1 2021, driven by its cellular and non cellular tablet APs. However, we believe that the chip maker lags in terms of average selling prices (ASP). As a result, the company posted lower revenue share compared to its unit share.”

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OPPO Watch 2 series launched with dual-OS and dual chipsets

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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As scheduled, OPPO has officially launched the OPPO Watch 2 series in China. The lineup includes three models, and two of them support LTE connectivity. The series starts at only ¥1,299 ($200) and boot dual OS. Let’s take a look at what these new smartwatches have to offer.

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OPPO Watch 2 Series Specifications and Features

The OPPO Watch 2 series features a design similar to the original OPPO Watch from 2020. It flaunts a hyperboloid 3D AMOLED flexible display with curved edges and narrow bezels. The screen comes with a 60Hz refresh rate, 326 PPI, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.

Users can choose over 100 dials and can even generate new dials using the AI Outfit 2.0 watchface function. Further, the wearable sports a skin-friendly fluoroelastomer strap with a buckle. The company claims this strap to be breathable and comfortable.

As mentioned earlier, it arrives in three variants. Two models have a 42mm dial and the third model has a larger 46mm dial. The 42mm version comes in both eSIM and Bluetooth-only variants, whereas the 46mm is only available in an eSIM variant.

The smartwatch is powered by two chips, namely Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 and Apollo4s. It also boots dual-OS: ColorOS Watch based on Android and RTOS.

Unlike most smartwatches in the market, the device automatically switches between two chipsets based on usage. The watch only uses the Qualcomm chip when it runs any Android app.

Hence, it is said to offer up to 4-day battery life. Additionally, as per OPPO, users can get up to 16 days of battery life when completely switching over to RTOS.

The wearable offers all other common smartwatch features like sports modes, heart-rate monitoring, sleep tracking, snore tracking, blood oxygen level monitoring, and more.

OPPO Watch 2 Series Price and Availability

The OPPO Watch 2 series will retail for the following price tags in China.

  • OPPO Watch 2 42mm (Bluetooth) – ¥1,299 ($200)
  • OPPO Watch 2 42mm (eSIM) – ¥1,499 ($231)
  • OPPO Watch 2 46mm (eSIM) – ¥1,999 ($307)

These watches will be available at discounted price tags of ¥999 ($154), ¥1,299 ($200), and ¥1,799 ($277) respectively for pre-ordering customers. The pre-orders have opened today and will run till August 5. Sales will commence from August 6.

As of now, there’s no official word on the availability of the OPPO Watch 2 series in global markets. But since the original OPPO Watch made its way to the international markets, the new models should debut as well.

 

 

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Deal: Get Samsung Galaxy M31s at Amazon India for ₹16999 (Retail Price ₹21000)

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Samsung Galaxy M31s which usually retails for ₹21000 is now available at a heavily discounted price of ₹16999 at Amazon India. This is an exclusive Prime Day deal that ends today. 

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Samsung Galaxy M31s at ₹16999 @Amazon India

Samsung Galaxy M31s

Samsung Galaxy M31s

Samsung Galaxy M31s

Key Features:

  • 6.5-inch Super AMOLED infinity-O display
  • 2400 x 1080p resolution
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM
  • Quad rear camera setup : 64MP + 12MP + 5MP + 5MP
  • Front Camera : 32MP
  • Exynos 9611 Octa-core processor
  • Android 10.0 OS
  • Battery : 6000mAh Non-removable
  • 25W Type C fast charger

Samsung Galaxy M31s

Generally retailing for ₹21000, you can now buy Samsung Galaxy M31s at a massively discounted price of ₹16999 only at Amazon India. Please note that this deal comes with an exchange offer of up to ₹13400. This is an exclusive primed day deal that ends today. So place your order asap. 

 

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Google Chrome to receive desktop screenshot tool with Lens support

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Sean
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Google is planning on bringing a new feature to its Chrome browser for desktops. A new update will offer users a new screenshot tool that will arrive with Lens integration that would boost its usefulness.

 

Google Chrome

As of right now, one can take a screenshot in two ways, with the first being the Window’s built in screenshot tool or by installing a dedicated Chrome extension to take a screenshot. While the Android version of Chrome has also recently received a screenshot tool in the share menu, it is only very practical since it can only capture what is being displayed on the screen and sharing it.

But now, the desktop version is set to receive an expanded share menu (Via 9To5Google) that will have various options like “Copy link,” “Copy link text,” and other screenshot options as well. At the moment, the feature is still in early development and will initially be limited to taking a simple capture. Although, these screenshots will be saved on to your clipboard and will offer options like download, edit, and sharing. The feature will likely arrive in platforms like Chrome OS and Windows 10.

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Notably, the screenshot tool will have a built in editor and will also support Google Lens by a simply right click on the image, similar to the Android feature. This implies that Chrome will be expanding its Lens integration that will even enable click and drag to select a region on the screenshot to search with Lens, which would be quite useful in websites that do not allow for right clicking images.

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Xiaomi to launch RedmiBook laptops in India on August 3

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Sean
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Earlier today (27th July 2021), Xiaomi sub brand, Redmi, announced that it will be launching its own laptops in India on 3rd August 2021. The new notebooks will be a part of its RedmiBook lineup and will expand the brand’s product offerings in the region.

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The Chinese smartphone maker announced that it aims to broaden its device portfolio in India and aims on launching products like power banks, earbuds, smart bands, and more, which would compliment its smartphones and the users’ lifestyles. Previously, the company had even teased the arrival of the laptops during the Redmi Note 10T launch conference. Now, we have an official date for the announcement of the upcoming laptops.

Unfortunately, we have no finer details as to which models the company would be launching in India at the moment. Although, the brand had recently announced certain new models for its home market of China. Back in May 2021, the company announced the new RedmiBook Pro 14 and 15 laptops in China. These laptops feature AMD’s latest Ryzen 5000 series processors instead of the Intel chipsets that were found in the previous iterations.

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RedmiBook Pro 14 Ryzen Edition

Thus, we might see similar notebooks launching in India as well that could sport either a 14 inch or 15 inch panel. Furthermore, the RedmiBook Pro series in China arrived with DDR4 RAM and NVMe PCIe SSD storage as well, which was also offered in the Mi Notebook lineup that Xiaomi had launched in India in the past. So stay tuned for more, as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding the new laptops.

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OnePlus Buds Pro offer better low-frequency noise cancellation than the Apple AirPods Pro: Pete Lau

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Sudarshan Ravichandran
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OnePlus announced the OnePlus Buds Pro alongside the OnePlus Nord 2. These new pair of truly wireless earphones are the company’s first with support for ANC (Active Noise Cancellation). The product is set to go official in China on July 29. Ahead of that, Pete Lau, the brand’s CEO, compares them with the Apple AirPods Pro on Weibo.

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Pete Lau has been teasing the features of the OnePlus Buds Pro on Weibo since yesterday (July 26). However, it is worth noting that this product is already official in global markets and it is scheduled to go on sale from late August. Hence, we know everything about it.

So why is he teasing the features of a product which is already official? Because the price reveal for the Chinese market will be happening on July 29. The brand is also expected to announce the sale date on the same day.

Coming to the main topic, as per Pete Lau, the OnePlus Buds Pro offers better low-frequency noise cancellation than the Apple AirPods Pro. This is a bold claim as Apple’s premium TWS has set a benchmark for truly wireless earphones since its release.

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Pete says that Apple is a strong competitor since it also ‘values the experience and pursues the ultimate’. Hence, his brand has one-upped the performance of the OnePlus Buds Pro over the AirPods Pro by doing a  lot of special comparisons and optimization adjustments.

Last but not least, he believes if a OnePlus product has become better than Apple’s, then his brand’s products must have reached a higher level to a certain extent. 

What are your thoughts on Pete Lau’s comments? Do let us know in the comment section below.

 

 

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Realme GT Master Explorer Edition sales crossed 100 million Yuan ($15mn) in just one second

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Sean
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The Realme GT Master Explorer Edition was just recently unveiled earlier this month. Now, the company has revealed that the device saw great first sales, which crossed a whopping 100 million Yuan (roughly 15 million US Dollars) in just one second.

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The first sales of the new smartphone began earlier today (27th July 2021) and sales broke past the 100 million Yuan mark in just one second of the device going live, which is quite an impressive feat. For those unaware, the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition is an affordable flagship grade phone that sports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC. This is paired with 12GB of RAM that supports +7GB of virtual memory boost as well.

The device is powered by a large 4,500mAh battery pack that supports 65W fast charging, dual speakers, VC liquid cooling, and copper alloy heat dissipation design among various other features. For photography, the device houses a 32 megapixel sensor on the front and a triple camera module on the back comprising of a 50 megapixel primary lens, 16 megapixel wide angle shooter, and a 2 megapixel macro camera.

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At the moment, the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition is available in two variants, namely the 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage and 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage variant. The former is priced at 2,799 Yuan (roughly 430 US Dollars) while the latter is priced 3,099 Yuan (roughly 476 US Dollars).

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