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Honor Router 3 SE Pre-Orders are live, supports WiFi 6 and Huawei HiLink

Earlier this week, Honor launched a new WiFi router in China. The Honor Router 3 SE is the latest router from the company and is currently available for pre-orders, with supports for WiFi 6 standards and Huawei HiLink.

As per official notes, the new router is equipped with a full Gigabit Ethernet port and Gigabit dual band Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz, with the wireless rates reaching up to 1500Mbps. The Chinese smartphone maker has also optimized the new router to be used for various functions ranging from online lessons/online education, to support for online video game. Notably, its specifications are also quite similar to Huawei AX2 Pro router.

Honor

The router runs the Honor Magic Router operating system and is powered by a dual core processor. For memory, it offers 128MB of RAM and 128MB of storage. Its wireless transmission standards include 802.11ax/ac/n/a 2*2 and 802.11n/b/g 2*2. Furthermore, the new router also arrives with support for Huawei HiLink smart home along with various safety features like WiFi anti brute force cracking, support for a new generation wireless encryption protocol, WPA3, a firewall and DoS attack protection.

Other features include three WiFi modes, namely through the wall, standard and sleep modes. Users can even device speed limit and even limit the bandwidth of the device through the MAC address. The router has an original price tag of 219 Yuan (roughly 34 US Dollars), but the pre-orders arrive with a special discount price of 199 Yuan (roughly 31 US Dollars) while the actual sales begin on 3rd August 2021.

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Vivo Y53s (t1 version) specifications, pricing appear through product listing

After launching the Vivo Y31s (t1 version) and Vivo Y52s (t1 version) smartphones, Vivo seems to be gearing up to announce a new t1 smartphone called the Vivo Y53s (t1 version). A product listing of the unreleased phone is now available on China Telcom’s website (via). It has revealed the specifications and pricing of the device. The listing suggests that it will be a new chipset variant of the Y53s.

Vivo Y53s (t1 verison) specifications and features

The Vivo Y53s (t1 version) has a 6.58-inch IPS LCD panel with a teardrop notch. It delivers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels. The device is fitted with a front camera of 8-megapixel, and its back panel has a 64-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system.

Vivo Y53s (t1 version)
Vivo Y53s (t1 version)

The Vivo Y53s is equipped with Snapdragon 480, whereas its upcoming t1 version is driven by the Dimensity 700 chip. The device is equipped with 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage.

The Y53s (t1 version) runs on Android 11 OS, and it has a 4,910mAh battery. The smartphone has 163.95 x 75.30 x 8.5mm dimensions and it weighs 189 grams.

Vivo Y53s (t1 version) pricing

The listing mentions that 128 GB and 256 GB variants of Y53s (t1 version) will be priced at 1,999 Yuan (~$308) and 2,199 Yuan (~$339), respectively. Since the handset has not gone official yet, the pricing could be incorrect. It is likely to arrive in color variants like Starry Night, Iridescent, and Sea Salt. It is expected to launch very soon in China.

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Nokia C30 entry-level smartphone running Android 11 Go Edition officially launched

HMD Global has today officially announced its new smartphones in the C-series — Nokia C30. For those who are unaware, the C-series phones from the Finland-based company are the most affordable devices from the brand.

The smartphone features a 6.82-inch HD+ LCD display that offers 1600 x 720 pixels screen resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, it is powered by an unspecified octa-core processor that has four A55 cores at 1.6GHz and four A55 cores at 1.2GHz.

Nokia C30

The device comes in multiple memory configurations — 2GB RAM with 32GB internal storage, 3GB RAM with 32GB internal storage, and 3GB RAM with 64GB internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot allowing users to further expand the storage capacity.

In the camera department, the phone features a dual-camera setup that consists of a 13-megapixel primary sensor with an LED flash and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. On the front side, the device comes with a 5-megapixel snapper for taking selfies.

Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS + GLONASS, and micro-USB port. It also comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for added protection.

The phone is running the Android 11 Go Edition which is an optimized version of the Android 11 made for devices with entry-level hardware. It is powered by a 6,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.

The Nokia C30 comes in two color options — Green and White. The phone’s pricing starts at €99 which is approximately $116 and will be available in select markets starting today.

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Motorola Edge 20 Pro press renders emerge to reveal design

Yesterday, Motorola confirmed that it will be holding a launch event in China on Aug. 5 to unleash the Edge 20 series of smartphones. The Lenovo-owned brand is expected to announce the Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro through the upcoming event. The lineup also includes a phone named Edge 20 Lite, which may go official a bit later. Last week, popular tipster OnLeaks shared the CAD renders of the Edge 20. Today, reliable tipster Evan Blass released the leaked press render of the Edge 20 Pro to reveal its design.

The Edge 20 Pro’s render shows that it will not be featuring a curved edge screen like the last Edge and Edge+ series of smartphones from last year. It features an OLED panel with a centrally aligned punch-hole and an in-screen fingerprint reader.

The hardware key available on the left side of the device seems to be a Google Assistant button. The rear camera island of the phone features a squarish camera at the top followed by two other lenses and an LED flash. The text imprinted on the camera housing reveals that it has a 108-megapixel main camera. Apart from blue, it is expected to arrive in other colors like black and white.

Motorola Edge 20 Pro specifications

The Motorola Edge 20 Pro features a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz OLED screen. It is powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset and a 4,500mAh battery, which is expected to carry support for rapid charging. It is expected to come with 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of internal storage.

For selfies, it has a 32-megapixel front camera. The variant heading to China will have a 16-megapixel selfie camera. Its rear camera setup comprises a 108-megapixel main camera, a 16-megapixel wide-angle snapper that also functions as a macro shooter, and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom support. It may offer other features like a mono speaker and a display output.

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Oppo Reno6 4G with Snapdragon 720G SoC Launched in Indonesia

Oppo on Monday launched the 4G version of the Oppo Reno6 in Indonesia. Unlike the 5G versions, the Oppo Reno6 4G comes with curved sides instead of the boxy design. Some of its major highlights are a 90Hz AMOLED screen, 64MP quad cameras, and 50W flash charging support.

The smartphone is priced at 5,199,000 Indonesian Rupiah(~$359) for the sole 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. It comes in two colors – Stellar Black and Aurora. It can be picked up from Oppo’s official website and other popular stores like Lazada and Shopee.

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Oppo Reno6 4G Specifications 

The smartphone comes with 6.43-inch punch-hole display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. It is an AMOLED panel sporting Full-HD+ resolution and a 90Hz screen refresh rate. It has a 180Hz touch sampling rate and supports the DCI-P3 color gamut.

It flaunts a quad-rear camera system with a 64MP primary lens with an f/1.7 aperture, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor with a 119-degree field of view, a 2MP macro sensor, and lastly a 2MP mono camera. Interestingly, it has a 44MP front camera for selfies.

Oppo reno6 4gThe device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G octa-core chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It houses a 4,310mAh battery with support for 50W flash charging. It runs on ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11 out of the box.

It has an in-display fingerprint scanner and supports face unlock for security. It has NFC support and features a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio needs.

 

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Redmi K40 Gaming Edition’s Inverse Scale color variant launched

Redmi announced the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition in April this year in China as the company’s first hardcore gaming phone. The handset has been available in the home market in colors like black, grey, silver, and yellow (Bruce Lee edition). Today, the company announced a new color scheme called Inverse Scale for the K40 Gaming Edition.

The Inverse Scale color variant of the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition comes in a single configuration that offers 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of built-in storage. The other specs of the phone have remained unchanged.

Redmi K40 Gaming Edition Inverse Scale poster

This special edition phone is priced at 2,699 Yuan (~$417), which is 200 Yuan (~$31) costlier than the other color variants with 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. It will be available for purchase at 10 AM (local time) on July 29 in China.

Redmi K40 Gaming Edition specifications

The Redmi K40 Gaming Edition has a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel that delivers an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Dimensity 1200 chipset powers the device with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. It ships with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 OS.

Redmi K40 Gaming Edition Inverse Scale and color variants
Redmi K40 Gaming Edition

The K40 Gaming Edition is backed by a 5,065mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging. It has a front camera of 16-megapixel, and its rear shell has a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. Lastly, it features a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

in related news, India recently received a new POCO phone called the POCO F3 GT. It arrived as a rebranded version of the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G press renders leaked, reveals design from all angles

Samsung is likely to announce the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Galaxy Z Fold3 with foldable displays on Aug. 11. Ahead of the launch, Winfuture.de has shared the high-resolution press renders of the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G to reveal its appearance from all angles. At the same time, reputed Evan Blass has shared a few key details of the Z Flip3 and Z Fold3.

According to Blass, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will feature a 6.7-inch internal display and a selfie camera of 10-megapixel. The back panel of the phone will feature a pair of 12-megapixel cameras and a 1.9-inch cover display. He added that the Z Flip3 will be an IPX8 rated device meaning that it will remain undamaged even if it is submerged in waters deeper than 1 meter.

Apart from the black variant seen in the leaked renders, the Galaxy Z Flip3 is expected to arrive in multiple colors like dark green, light violet, beige, grey, pink, dark blue, and white. The other color variants will sport an impressive dual-tone finish. The Z Flip3 5G is likely to arrive with a reworked hinge and a metal frame.

The Z Flip3 5G will be driven by the Snapdragon 888 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. It is expected to arrive in two storage choices such as 128 GB and 256 GB. It may house a 3,300mAh battery with 15W fast charging support. The Z Flip3 5G is likely to arrive with a starting price of around 1,200 euros (~$1,416) in Europe.

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Apple iPad Mini 6 to reportedly feature 8.3-inch display with narrow bezels

Apple is rumored to launch its next-generation iPad Mini this year and ahead of the launch, details about the upcoming tablet keep surfacing online. Now, a new report reveals the screen size of the iPad Mini 6.

The report, coming from Ross Young, claims that the device will come with an 8.3-inch display and will feature narrow bezels. Earlier, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had said that the device could feature a screen size between 8.5-inch and 9-inch.

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There were rumors about the new iPad Mini adopting a Mini-LED display but those have been debunked. The information in the new report is pretty much in line with the previous report which suggested that the new iPad Mini will come with thinner and uniform bezels and will get rid of the home button at the bottom of the screen.

Design-wise, the product is said to have a similar look to the fourth-generation iPad Air. Previously, it was revealed that the upcoming iPad Mini, which carries codename J310, will come powered by the Apple A15 Bionic chipset, which is expected to power the upcoming iPhone 13 lineup as well.

It is also said that the product will now come with a USB Type-C port instead of the company’s proprietary Lightning port. The device will still have support for Touch ID which will be embedded on the side.

Recently, it was reported that Apple could be launching an updated version of the entry-level 10.2-inch iPad in the month of September which will be powered by the Apple A13 Bionic chipset, looking similar to the iPad Air 3 model which was launched in 2019.

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Samsung confirmed to launch S Pen for foldable smartphones at Galaxy Unpacked next month

Continuing the tradition, Samsung president TM Roh has published a blog post on the website ahead of the Galaxy Unpacked event that talks about the products about to get launched and set expectations.

In that post, Roh has confirmed that the upcoming foldable smartphones from the company will come with S Pen support. This also confirms that the South Korean giant will be launching a new S Pen at the Galaxy Unpacked event next month.

Samsung S Pen with Galaxy S21 Ultra

The new upcoming stylus is touted to be the “first-ever S Pen designed specifically for foldable phones.” However, nothing more about the product is known at this time. This is not it, TM Roh has also confirmed that there won’t be a Galaxy Note device getting launched this year, saying that instead of launching a Note-series this time around, the company will “further broaden beloved Note features to more Samsung Galaxy devices.”

He adds that the “third generation of foldable devices will open up amazing new multitasking capabilities and enhanced durability.” Talking about the Galaxy Z Flip 3, he says that the phone will have “an even more refined style, armed with more durable, stronger materials.”

It’s not just the hardware but Samsung is also focusing on software to improve the user experience. Roh says that the company has worked with Google “to enrich our foldable ecosystems with popular apps and services.”

For the upcoming foldable smartphone, Samsung has lined up more partner apps to take advantage of the fold-out format. We can expect support for hands-free video calling with Google Duo, watching videos in “Flex” mode on YouTube, and multitasking in Microsoft Teams, among others.

At the Galaxy Unpacked event on 11th August, Samsung is expected to launch Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy Watch 4 series, Galaxy Buds 2, and S Pen. The upcoming foldable phones are expected to be around $200 cheaper than their predecessor as the company is looking to make them more affordable.

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Realme RMX3381 full specifications, images emerge at TENAA

A mysterious Realme phone with an RMX3381 model number was spotted at China’s TENAA telecom authority yesterday. The listing only revealed a few details like the dimensions, display size, and battery capacity of the RMX3381 phone. Now, the Chinese regulatory body has updated the listing with its images and remaining specifications. Unfortunately, the final marketing name of the device is yet to be revealed.

Realme RMX3381 specifications

The Realme RMX3381 has a 6.5-inch TFT screen that delivers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. It runs on Android 11 OS and features a side-facing fingerprint scanner for security.

For selfies, it possesses a front camera of 16-megapixel. The camera module on its back has a 48-megapixel main camera, two auxiliary cameras, and an LED flash. The power button available on the right edge of the phone doubles up as a fingerprint sensor.

Realme RMX3381
Realme RMX3381

It is driven by an unknown 2.4GHz octa-core processor and 4 GB / 6 GB / 8 GB of RAM. When it comes to storage, the handset is expected to arrive with 64 GB / 128 GB / 256 GB of built-in storage and a microSD card slot. It carries support for 5G connectivity.

The handset is backed by a 4,880mAh battery that supports rapid charging. While it has been approved by the TENAA authority, it is yet to receive certification from the 3C regulatory site. Lastly, the device measures 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.8mm and weighs 191 grams.

Now that the RMX3381 is TENAA certified, it is likely to go official in August in China. Probably, it may end up as a V-series or a Q-series smartphone.

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Intel will now manufacture chips for Qualcomm; aims to lead foundry market by 2025

Intel has today announced Qualcomm as the first major customer for its new Intel Foundry Services business. Qualcomm, which is powering most of the premium Android smartphones with its Snapdragon lineup of chips, will have its chips manufactured by Intel in the coming years.

For manufacturing chips, Intel will be using its upcoming 20A process which will use new transistor technology to help reduce chip power consuption. As of now, there’s no information about which products from Qualcomm will be manufactured by Intel and when the Intel-made Qualcomm products will arrive in the market.

Intel

Apart from Qualcomm, Intel has also announced Amazon Web Services as another new customer for the foundry chip business. However, Amazon won’t be using Intel’s chip-making technology but will use packaging technology. It is basically a process of assembling chips and “chiplets” or “tiles” by stacking them up.

Intel 20A will rely on two new technologies — RibbonFET and PowerVia. RibbonFET is Intel’s first new transistor architecture since FinFET in 2011. It delivers faster transistor switching speeds while achieving the same drive current as multiple fins in a smaller footprint.

On the other hand, PowerVia is Intel’s industry-first implementation of backside power delivery, which optimizes signal transmission by eliminating the need for power routing on the front side of the wafer. Also, Starting as early as 2025, the company will tap a new generation of machines from ASML that use extreme ultraviolet lithography.

The company is also changing the naming method for its technologies. Intel 7 offers 10-15% performance-per-watt increase versus Intel 10nm SuperFin, based on FinFET transistor optimizations. It will be used in products like Alder Lake for clients in 2021 and Sapphire Rapids for the data center.

Intel Roadmap 2025

The Intel 4 uses EUV lithography to print small features using ultra-short wavelength light. It is expected to offer around 20% performance-per-watt increase, along with area improvements. It will be ready for production in the second half of 2022 for products shipping in 2023.

Intel 3 leverages further FinFET optimizations and increased EUV to deliver an approximately 18% performance-per-watt increase over Intel 4. It will be ready to begin manufacturing products in the second half of 2023.

With these new customers and the latest technologies, Intel is expecting to regain its market lead by 2025. In the foundry services business, the company will be competing against market leaders like TSMC and Samsung.

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Samsung starts testing One UI 3.1.1, release set for late August

Samsung released One UI 3.0 based on Android 11 in late 2020. Earlier this year, the company introduced One UI 3.1 with the launch of the Galaxy S21 series. Six months later, the South Korean tech giant has now started testing One UI 3.1.1.

Samsung One UI Logo Featured

According to TizenHelp, a moderator on the Samsung Members community forum has revealed that One UI 3.1.1 will be released for the Galaxy S21 series around the end of August. This means the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3, which are expected to hit the shelves about the same time will likely debut with this version of the software.

Further, as per the CheckFirm app (via SamNext), Samsung has already started testing One UI 3.1.1 for the Galaxy S21 series. Hence, the update should indeed arrive by the end of next month.

Unfortunately, nothing is known about the next iteration of One UI. Going by One UI 2.5 and One UI 1.5, which are the predecessors of One UI 3.1.1, the new version should mostly bring new features for premium smartphones and tablets.

We expect to learn more about these features and supported devices with the launch of Samsung’s next foldables. Maybe, we will get to know about them beforehand via firmware code. Until then, all we can do is wait.

 

 

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Microsoft Surface Duo 2 design leak reveals triple-camera setup

Last year, Microsoft launched its Surface Duo as the brand’s first dual-screen device. The Redmond-based technology giant has been working on its successor, dubbed Surface Duo 2, and details about the upcoming device have now surfaced online.

The design of the Microsoft Surface Duo 2 has leaked online, which reveals that the device will be featuring a triple-camera setup on the back. The sensors are placed vertically in the top-left corner on a rectangular module.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2

As for the overall look of the device, it remains the same as the current-generation model, having two displays connected by a hinge in the middle, a glass back panel, and a Surface logo on the back.

The camera is expected to deliver better results as reports indicate that Microsoft is planning to use Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. The company is also said to be focusing on improving the software experience.

One of the major drawbacks for the Surface Duo was its internals, being powered by a couple of years old Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset. However, in the upcoming version, the company is said to be using the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC. Further, the device is expected to have support for 5G connectivity as well as NFC.

Earlier, it was reported that the Microsoft Surface Duo 2 has the codename “Zeta.” As of now, there’s no information about when the company is planning to launch this new model but it’s unlikely to happen this year. We expect to know more details about the Surface Duo 2 in the coming weeks and months.

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The Nokia 6310 returns in an elegant new body for €60

HMD Global has made it a tradition to relaunch classic Nokia feature phones since it got the license for the Nokia brand name a few years ago. Today, the latest classic phone to get a modern release is the Nokia 6310. The 2021 edition comes in an elegant but familiar new body.

Nokia 6310

The new Nokia 6310 keeps the candy bar design of the original launched back in 2001 but with some modern additions. While the claw-like speaker grille of the original would have been nice, the new version settles for a simple horizontal slit for the earpiece. Gone is the monochrome 6-line display and in its place is a curved color one that is also bigger. The 2021 version also packs a rear camera.

With respect to its specs, the Nokia 6310 has a 2.8-inch display. It is powered by a UNISOC 6531F processor and has 8MB of RAM and 16MB of storage. The spec sheet says it runs the Series 30+ (S30+) operating system. The icons are bigger and the menu is zoomed in to make it easier to read. There is also an accessibility mode that even further simplifies the menu.

The phone has a single 0.3MP camera on the back along with an LED flash. There is a MicroSD card slot and users will be able to add up to 32GB of additional storage. It has Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, dual SIM support, and FM radio (wired and wireless dual-mode).

The 1150mAh battery capacity is just a tad bigger than that of the 2001 model but Nokia claims it will provide more than 7 hours of talk time and will last weeks in standby mode. The battery is removable and Nokia ships the phone with a charger and micro USB cable.

The video advert shows the Nokia 6310 in three colors but users will only be able to purchase the phone in Black and Dark Green. I know a lot of folks will agree that the latter is the finest of them all.

You can pick up the Nokia 6310 for €59.90 in Europe on the official Nokia Mobile website.

 

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LG Tone Free FP9, FP8 & FP5 TWS earbuds with ANC, enhanced features launched

South Korean tech giant LG Electronics has introduced two new true wireless earbuds that offer innovative features yet to be seen in the leading earbuds brands, Apple and Samsung. The new LG Tone Free FP9, Tone Free FP8 and FP5 TWS earbuds reflect LG’s plans to have an improved market share with some innovative technologies. The headphone spatial processing signposts the new LG earbuds by Meridian Audio for a more immersive listening experience.LG Tone Free FP9

The new LG Tone Free earbuds are designed to sound like it comes from all directions, using 3D audio and other technologies. The devices also have a unique charging case with a LED UV light used to clean and sanitize the ear tips and prevent possible bacterial infection of the user’s ears. The headphone spatial processing feature creates a more expansive and immersive audio soundstage and gives the feeling that the music is coming from all directions. The devices also have a shorter stem than some predecessors and more mics on the earbuds for a better call and active noise canceling process.LG Tone Free FP9 features

Another innovative addition to the LG Tone Free FP9, FP8 and FP5 TWS earbuds is the Whispering mode, which makes it possible for the user to use the right earbud as a mic where you can whisper. App support is provided by the LG Tone Free app, which can serve as an equalizer, helps to locate the device, and for touch control customization.LG Tone Free FP8

The earbuds also feature a strong battery that could give up to 24 hours of entertainment (the charging case extends battery life by 14 hours). Fast charging will also be available, as a 5-minute charge could yield 1 hour of listening time. The earbuds are also IPX4-rated, providing some degree of water resistance.LG Tone Free FP9 vs LG Tone Free FP8

The three new LG Tone Free earbuds will be available by August, although no pricing details have been released. Three color variants are already lined up for unveiling: namely: Charcoal Black, Pearl White, and Haze Gold.

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Nokia XR20 official video ads show the rugged phone can take several kicks

The official Nokia Mobile YouTube account has uploaded two video ads for the Nokia XR20 rugged smartphone. The videos give us a good look at the smartphone as well as some of its features.

One of the videos shows the Nokia XR20 get kicked and hit multiple times with a football by professional footballer, Roberto Carlos, and world freestyle champion, Lisa Zimouche. The phone takes some heavy shots from Carlos who shows he is still great at freekicks, while Lisa juggles the phone, knocks off a few units with the ball, and drops another in a bowl of water, confirming that the phone has water resistance.

The other video is a more traditional advert. We see the Nokia XR20 survive a coffee spill and then a rinse under the tap. It also survives multiple falls from different heights.

Both videos also provide a good look at the design of the phone. The Nokia XR20 has a centered punch hole that houses the front-facing camera. The bezels are slim but the chin is significantly thicker. The frame of the phone extends above the display to provide extra protection when the phone takes a fall. Nokia has also reinforced the sides of the frame with what appears to be steel.

We were able to catch a glimpse of an audio jack at the bottom alongside the USB-C port and speaker grille. There are also two holes at the bottom corner for a lanyard cable. The Nokia XR20 has a red button at the top and at the other end is what we believe is the SIM tray.

While Nokia has equipped the phone with ZEISS lenses, there are only two cameras on the back of the phone. Below them are two LEDs for flash and all are placed in a protruding squircle camera housing. It is a welcome deviation from the cookie-shaped camera housing that graces the back of several other Nokia phones.

The specs and price of the phone are still unknown. Once we have more details, we will update the post.

 

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Acer to launch smart TVs in India: Report

Acer is a well-known brand for computing products. The Taiwanese company has its presence in almost all nations and sells a wide variety of products. According to the latest information, the firm may soon enter the smart TV category in India.

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According to a report by 91Mobiles, Acer will soon launch its smart TVs in India. As per the sources of the publication, these televisions will debut in the country before the Diwali festive season.

Unfortunately, the report does not mention anything about these products. We neither know the specs nor the sizes it will come in. But since Acer is known for affordable products, we can expect its TV models to be targeted at budget-conscious buyers.

In other words, the upcoming Acer smart TVs will likely compete against the televisions from Xiaomi, TCL, OnePlus, and realme to name a few. Like these brands, Acer might also use Android TV operating system with support for the leading streaming services.

As far as sizes are concerned, we can expect these smart televisions to arrive in sizes ranging from 32-inch to 55-inch. The company might even release a 65-inch variant as its popularity is growing.

Since the launch timeline for Acer smart TVs in India is said to be before Diwali, they could launch as soon as next month (August) or as late as a few weeks before the festive season.

 

 

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 camera specs leaked

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is less than a month away but the leaks are still pouring in and will likely continue until the launch date. The stars of the event will be the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3, and if you have been wondering what camera sensors they will be packing, then you are in luck.

Samsung Galaxy Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3

Popular leaker, Evan Blass (@evleaks), has revealed the camera configuration of the two foldable phones. The leak discloses that the two devices will have the same number of cameras as their predecessors and even the same pixel count, save for only one sensor on the Galaxy Z Fold3.

According to the source, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will have two 12MP sensors on the back just like the Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Flip 5G. As seen in renders, the sensors are stacked on top of each other this time along with the LED flash. Samsung is also keeping the front-facing camera at 10MP.

For the Galaxy Z Fold3, we will be getting three 12MP sensors on the rear just like the Galaxy Z Fold2. The front-facing camera on the cover display also remains unchanged at 10MP but the under-display camera is a 4MP sensor! A lot of folks won’t be happy with that but we don’t expect to see a lot of users take selfies with this camera as there are better alternatives such as the 10MP cover selfie camera and the rear cameras if you unfold the device and have the rear cameras facing you.

Aside from the camera specs, Evan Blass also confirmed the display sizes of the two phones. The Galaxy Z Flip3 will come with a 1.9-inch cover display and a 6.7-inch internal display while the Galaxy Z Fold3 will have a 6.2-inch cover display and a 7.6-inch internal display. There is also an attached press render that confirms that the two foldable phones have an IPX8 rating as revealed in an earlier leak.

We already know that the Galaxy Z Fold3 will have support for stylus input. Now we know that Samsung will sell two different S Pens for the foldable – the S Pen Pro and the S Pen Fold Edition.

 

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Samsung Galaxy Book Go lands in Korea priced at KRW 590,600 (~$512)

Samsung’s student-centric Galaxy Book Go is now available in its home market of South Korea. The Samsung Galaxy Book Go packs a lot of features and educational resources needed by students, in addition to about 18 hours of battery life.Samsung Galaxy Book Go

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go was announced two months ago and debuted in the US market last month. The laptop is an ARM-powered PC with a Windows 10 Home operating system out of the box. The Galaxy Book Go is now available across offline and online channels in South Korea for KRW 590,600 ($512), which is significantly higher than the US version, which can also be gotten globally at $350.

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go will only come in one color – silver, and Samsung is offering some incentives to buyers before August 10. The instant giveaways are a pouch and three Disney stickers. At the same time, three months subscription is provided for ebook resources from an educational service website and other perks from Fitness, Samsung Office Pack, and an added subscription for basic services at The Shilla Hotel.

As a reminder, the Galaxy Book Go has a 14-inch IPS LCD, with an FHD display. It has a 180-degree hinge implying that it can serve as a tablet with sufficient drop and shock resistance. It weighs about 1.38kg and is 14.9mm thick. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 7C processor powers the device, and it boasts 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The device comes pre-installed with some apps, including the SmartThings app, which offers an array of functionalities.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

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OPPO Reno6 Pro+, Enco Free2, and OPPO Watch to get Detective Conan limited editions

OPPO is not new to launching limited edition products, especially those that are tied to pop culture characters. Among the popular ones are the OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Edition and the OPPO Find X2 League of Legends Edition. Now, it is set to announce a number of Detective Conan-themed products on Wednesday, July 28.

OPPO Detective Conan Limited Edition

For those who do not know, Detective Conan is a popular Japanese detective manga series that has been running since 1994. The manga, which is also known as Case Closed in some countries, has been adapted into movies, games, and anime.

The Chinese manufacturer itself has released posters teasing the Reno6 Pro+ Detective Conan Edition but it won’t be the only OPPO product getting the limited edition treatment.

According to the Chinese leaker, Digital Chat Station, the Enco Free2 wireless earbuds and the yet-to-be-announced OPPO Watch 2 will also have Detective Conan limited editions. All three products should be announced on July 28.

The posters for the Reno6 Pro+ show a custom case with a lanyard that has a toy attached to the end. The case is red and it has a silver band that runs across the bottom.

OPPO has revealed that the Reno6 Pro+ Detective Conan Limited Edition will be sold on JD.com and Tmall.

 

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