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

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Jul 27, 2021

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.

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.

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

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 27, 2021

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.

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.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 design leak reveals triple-camera setup

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Jeet

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Jul 27, 2021

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.

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

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 27, 2021

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.

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

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 27, 2021

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 27, 2021

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

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 26, 2021

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.

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.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 camera specs leaked

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 26, 2021

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.

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.

Few upcoming foldable details.

Z Flip3
– 6.7" internal / 1.9" cover displays
– 12MP x2 (rear) / 10MP (selfie)

Z Fold3
– 7.6" internal / 6.2" external displays
– 12MP x3 (rear) / 10MP (cover selfie) / 4MP (main selfie)
– 2 optional S-Pens (Pro and Fold Edition)

Both phones IPX8 pic.twitter.com/lPm60yCzvt

— Evan (@evleaks) July 26, 2021

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)

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 26, 2021

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.

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.

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go uses a Windows Precision trackpad and an SD card slot that provides an opportunity to scale up the internal storage. There is also a 720p webcam, four USB ports (consisting of two USB-C and USB-A respectively), and a 3.5mm audio jack.

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

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 26, 2021

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.

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.

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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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Redmi K50 & K50 Pro renders & other key details surface online

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Jed John Ikoba

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Jul 26, 2021

Some new details may have emerged relating to the upcoming Redmi K50 and K50 Pro smartphones, as shown by renders from a China-based tipster. The new Redmi K50 and K50 Pro are billed for unveiling in early 2022 with rumors pointing to a launch before February 2022.

In addition, some current leaks by tipsters Bald Panda and Digital Chat Station indicate that the three scheduled models in the K50 series (the K50, K50 Pro, and K50 Pro+) will utilize Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipset, with up to 67W charging potential guaranteed. The design will have E5 luminescent material with a 2K display and 120Hz refresh rate.

The new renders also indicate that the K50 lineup bears some close semblance with Huawei’s P50 concerning the camera housing setup. It seems that a centered punch hole camera may be in the offing for the front-facing camera, although this remains in the realm of speculation. Others have posited that an under-display camera may take the position of the centered punch hole, although this is highly improbable. The rear camera setup will also sport a bump, and this also finds close semblance with the Huawei P50.

Xiaomi had previously provided some teasers on the flagship Redmi K50 series, better screen quality on offer, and improved charging speeds. Xiaomi has enjoyed a great relationship with chipmaker Qualcomm and is usually among the first smartphone manufacturers to launch Qualcomm’s new products, as predicted for the new chipset from Qualcomm – the Snapdragon 865.

Several key specs of the Realme K50 series are still lacking at this time. However, we are still far away from the projected launch of the devices, as Xiaomi is currently gearing up for the launch of the K40 series.

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Realme 8i and Realme 8s launch in the pipeline, suggests tipster

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Pranav Sawant

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Jul 26, 2021

Realme has three models of the Realme 8 in the Indian market – the Realme 8, Realme 8 Pro, and Realme 8 5G. Now, the Chinese smartphone giant is touted to launch two more 8-series phones in the country dubbed Realme 8i and Realme 8s. Today, a popular tipster Mukul Sharma tipped the arrival of these phones.

The tipster stated, “8, 8i, 8s”, hinting at the upcoming Realme 8-series phones. While the Realme 8 is already available, the Realme 8i and 8s are the phones expected to arrive in the coming weeks.

8, i, s

— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) July 26, 2021

Adding to this leak, a previous TENAA certification about a Realme phone with model number RMX2205 surfaced online. Since the device is still unknown, it is believed to be either the Realme 8i or Realme 8s smartphone.

Moreover, a publication claimed that the Realme 8i passed a Columbian certification but it has the model number RMX3151. The same device also visited other certifications including TKDN, IMEI, and EEC hinting that its launch is in the pipeline.

Regarding the specs, the RMX2205 appeared on TENAA earlier. It seems to have a raging design with its ‘DARE TO LEAP’ branding at the back. The smartphone is expected to be a 5G handset with a 6.43-inch AMOLED display. It is said to be a dual-SIM phone with a 4,400mAh battery.

On the other hand, the RMX3151 phone’s listings didn’t reveal anything other than its presence.

With multiple certifications incoming, the launch of both of these phones seems to be in the pipeline. We can expect the company to break the silence soon.

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Onward Mobility announces “Pre-commitment Program” ahead of its first BlackBerry phone

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Habeeb Onawole

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Jul 26, 2021

Last year, it was announced that the American software company, Onward Mobility, is the latest licensee for the BlackBerry brand and it will launch the first 5G Blackberry smartphone this year. Ahead of the release of the phone, the company has launched a program to interact with fans of the BlackBerry brand as well as potential customers.

Called The Program, Onward Mobility describes it as “a pre-commitment program to expand its engagement with customers interested in purchasing the new and innovative BlackBerry 5G smartphones.”

Those who join The Program will receive information about the smartphones, features, and availability before the general public. The manufacturer also says that they will be able to provide input which will influence the features and functions of the phone. Lastly, they will be able to pre-order the device earlier than others as well as be among the first to receive the device when it launches.

This move by Onward Mobility is not the first of its kind in the mobile industry. A number of manufacturers such as OnePlus have programs that allow fans provide input about features they want in a phone. Some lucky members also get to experience and even use a device before it launches.

The first BlackBerry phone from the American company will retain the classic BlackBerry design which is a physical QWERTY keyboard. It will also have a flagship camera. Onward Mobility has said that the phone is being developed in partnership with FIH Mobile but it plans to have future phones assembled in the USA.

You can sign up to be a part of The Program here.

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Doogee N40 Pro up for grabs on AliExpress with a massive 24% discount

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Simranpal Singh

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Jul 26, 2021

Doogee N40 Pro smartphone is now finally available for interested users across the globe. Doogee is offering up to a 24% discount via coupon codes for the first 500 buyers. Interested users can head over to AliExpress to grab the Doogee N40 pro for the minimum price of $99.99.

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An introductory discount of up to $30 using a coupon code is applicable for the first 50 buyers, and $20 coupon for the next 150 buyers, and $10 for another 300 lucky buyers. It is an exciting offer for Doogee fans who are looking for a mid-range smartphone at an attractive price.

Doogee N40 Pro comes with a 6.52-inch HD+ dewdrop display which is sufficient enough for a vivid viewing experience. It bundles a MediaTek Helio P60 SoC that houses an octa-core processor. The smartphone offers a massive 128GB storage along with 6GB RAM for better multitasking.

The new mid-range smartphone houses a 6380 mAh battery which is enough to sustain for a couple of days under normal usage. It can be your torchbearer if you’re travelling in a far-off location as it supports multiple navigation modes for better accuracy.

You can have a bird’s eyes views with its quad-rear camera module which consists of a 20MP primary sensor, an 8MP wide-angle sensor, a 2MP macro lens and a depth sensor. A 16MP Samsung lens sits on the front for selfies and video calling.

The ultra-lightweight Dogee N40 Pro smartphone is up for grabs via AliExpress in four different colours of Brown, Blue, Green and Black. For a limited time, it is available for a minimum price of $99.

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nubia Z30 Pro Black Gold Limited Edition is up for pre-order in China

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 26, 2021

Handset maker nubia launched the nubia Z30 Pro in China in May. The device was unveiled in three colors, namely Vast Black, Interstellar Silver, and Black Gold Legend. Out of these, the last one is a limited edition model. Two months after the phone’s announcement, this version of the smartphone is finally up for pre-order.

The nubia Z30 Pro Black Gold Limited Edition comes in a single 12GB + 512GB storage configuration. This color variant of the device is priced at ¥5,999 in China.

According to the official nubia Mobile Weibo account, the special color version of the brand’s latest flagship smartphone is finally available for pre-order in the country. Interested customers will have to deposit ¥100 and pay the remaining amount when the handset will go on sale in limited quantities on July 28.

The nubia Z30 Pro is nothing but a rebranded ZTE AXON 30 Ultra with support for 120W fast charging and a smaller battery. Some of the highlights of the phone include a 6.67-inch 10-bit FHD+ flexible AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, LPDDR5 RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage.

Other features include a 64MP (standard) + 64MP (wide, OIS) + 64MP (ultra-wide) + 8MP (5x periscope, OIS) quad-camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, nubia UI 9.0 based on Android 11, dual stereo speakers, and 4,200mAh battery.

Tecno Pova 2 India launch scheduled for August 2

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Pranav Sawant

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Jul 26, 2021

Last month, Tecno unveiled the battery monster Tecno Pova 2 smartphone in the Philippines marking its debut. Now, the smartphone is all set to launch in the Indian market next month. Today, Amazon India has published the landing page of the smartphone confirming its Indian arrival.

The Tecno Pova 2 will launch on August 2 in India. It is expected to arrive in three color variants – Black, Blue, and Silver. The device will succeed the original Tecno Pova which was launched back in November last year.

Since the Pova 2 smartphone is already unveiled in the Philippines, the specs for the phone are known. Also, the Amazon listing reaffirms its design and internals.

The smartphone has a mammoth 6.9-inch punch-hole LCD display with a Full-HD+ resolution. It features a high 180Hz touch sampling rate and a peak brightness of 480 nits. It has a modern 20:5:9 aspect ratio and narrow bezels.

It boasts a quad-rear camera system with a 48MP primary lens, a 2MP macro sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and lastly a 2MP AI camera unit. The camera island is somewhat similar to that of the original Tecno Pova smartphone. Upfront, it has a single 8MP camera for selfies.

Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset paired with up to 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. It comes with a dedicated microSD card slot for additional storage.

Its major highlight is the massive 7,000mAh battery that comes with support for 18W fast charging support. This is a 1,000mAh increase over the predecessor’s 6,000mAh battery. The smartphone runs on HiOS based on Android 11 out of the box.

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Alleged Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 tempered glass suggests an under-display camera

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Sudarshan Ravichandran

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Jul 26, 2021

Xiaomi is expected to launch its first in-display camera smartphone very soon. The device is being reported to go official as Mi MIX 4. Earlier today, a popular leaker shared a picture containing an alleged tempered glass of this handset.

Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha Featured — Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha

The Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has showcased its under-display camera technology multiple times. But the company is yet to release a commercial product with this tech. This is said to change soon with the launch of the so-called Mi MIX 4.

There have been multiple rumors about this phone, however, this is the first time we are getting to see its front design. Anyway, it is worth noting that the image posted by Digital Chat Station could include a fake screen protector of Mi MIX 4.

With that being said, as per the picture, the upcoming Mi MIX series smartphone will indeed feature an under-display camera. Like any other high-end smartphone from Chinese OEMs, the screen will be curved on both sides. Unfortunately, neither the image nor the leakster mentions anything else about the handset’s design.

Alleged Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 Tempered Glass Screen Protector — Alleged Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 Tempered Glass | Source: Digital Chat Station

According to previous reports, the Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 will sport a 6.67-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution and a high refresh rate. It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ SoC coupled with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage

For optics, the phone will use a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP Samsung GN1 primary sensor. Last but not least, it will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging.

Deal: Get LG 27 inch 3 Side Borderless IPS Monitor at Amazon India for ₹16999

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Daily Deals

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Jul 26, 2021

LG 27 inch 3 Side Borderless IPS Monitor is available for ₹16,999 only under the Prime Day deal at Amazon India. This deal ends tomorrow.

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LG 27 inch 3 Side Borderless IPS Monitor at ₹16999 @Amazon India

LG 27 inch 3 Side Borderless IPS Monitor

Key Features:

27 inch Full HD IPS monitor
In-built 5W Dual channel speaker with Maxx Audio
3 side borderless screen
Wall Mount Option – 100 x 100 Vesa Compatible
Ports: Dual HDMI, D- sub, Headphone Out, Audio In
Gaming features: 1ms MBR, 75 Hz, Radeon FreeSync, DAS Mode, Black Stabilizer

As a part of the Prime Day Deal, you can now buy LG 27 inch 3 Side Borderless IPS Monitor at a discounted price of ₹16,999 only at Amazon India. Please note that this deal ends tomorrow. So place your order asap.

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Realme GT Master Explorer vs OnePlus Nord 2: Specs Comparison

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Michele Ingelido

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Jul 26, 2021

Both the additional brands from the OPPO group launched a flagship killer this month. OnePlus came out with the OnePlus Nord 2 5G, while Realme launched the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition, a pretty unusual name for a device with an amazing specs sheet under every aspect. While OnePlus Nord 2 5G already launched in the global market, we are currently waiting for the global launch of the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition. While waiting, we think it is worth discovering the difference between the two flagship killers in order to understand which one will offer the highest value for money.

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition vs OnePlus Nord 2 5G

	Realme GT Master Explorer Edition	OnePlus Nord 2 5G
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT	159.9 mm x 72.5 mm x 8.8 mm, 185 g	158.9 x 73.2 x 8.3 mm, 189 g
DISPLAY	6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED	6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Fluid AMOLED
PROCESSOR	Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, octa-core 3.2 GHz	Mediatek Dimensity 1200, octa-core 3 GHz
MEMORY	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB	8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB
SOFTWARE	Android 11, Realme UI	Android 11, OxygenOS
CONNECTIVITY	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA	Triple 50 + 16 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.2 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.5 front camera	Triple 50 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/2.3 + f/2.4 32 MP f/2.5 front camera
BATTERY	4500 mAh, fast charging 65W	4500 mAh, fast charging 65W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES	Dual SIM slot, 5G	Dual SIM slot, 5G

Design

The design is the key point of the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition and it is naturally a lot more attractive than the OnePlus Nord 2 5G. The handset comes with a leather back designed by the known Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa which reminds of a suitcase. Realme GT Master Explorer Edition also comes with a curved display at the edges making it even more elegant and futuristic. The OnePlus Nord 2 5G has a more traditional design with a glass back and a flat display, but it also offers a slightly more compact body. The Realme GT Master Exploration Edition naturally wins the design comparison.

Display

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition and OnePlus Nord 2 5G pack great AMOLED displays with the HDR10+ certification, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, and an in-display fingerprint reader. Both the panels sport a good color accuracy and provide a similar level of quality, but the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition has a higher refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz. This is the only reason why I would go for this handset if I had to choose the most advanced display. Note that there is another important difference between these displays: as mentioned in the previous paragraph, the Realme flagship has a curved screen, while the Nord 2 5G has a flat panel.

Specs & Software

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition and OnePlus Nord 2 5G are powered by two different chipsets: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 and MediaTek Dimensity 1200. Despite these two SoCs are different, they are both flagship-class with similar performance. Even though the Dimensity 1200 is built with a more advanced production process (6 nm vs 7 nm), the Snapdragon 870 is actually more powerful in terms of CPU and GPU performance. So, while the former should provide a better performance, the latter should provide a lower energy consumption. The memory configurations are the same: either 8 or 12 GB of RAM and 128 of 256 GB of internal storage. The phones run Android 11 customized by Realme UI and OxygenOS, respectively.

Camera

Even when it comes to the camera departments, these devices have a lot in common. Despite hitting the shelves with the same camera app, these devices have the same main camera sensor: a Sony IMX766 with a 50 MP resolution and OIS. Even the front camera is the same 32 Megapixel sensor. What makes the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition a better camera phone than the OnePlus Nord 2 5G is the ultrawide sensor, with a 16 MP resolution instead of just 8 MP.

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Battery

The two internal rivals come with exactly the same battery capacity and the same fast charging technology with a power of 65W. So which one will provide the longest battery life? We still did not test the battery life of these handsets, but after reading the specs on the paper, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G should last more. The OnePlus flagship killer has a processor with a more efficient production process and a lower refresh rate which should result in longer battery life, as long as the software does its job in the best way.

Price

OnePlus Nord 2 5G is priced at €399/$470 in the global market, while Realme GT Master Explorer Edition launched in the Chinese market with a starting price of €380/$450. Given its amazing design, higher refresh rate, and better ultrawide sensor, Realme GT Master Explorer Edition wins this comparison, but we are not considering the prices for obvious reasons.

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition vs OnePlus Nord 2 5G: PRO and CONS

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition

PRO

Better ultrawide camera
Powerful chipset
Better design
Higher refresh rate

CONS

Limited availability (for now)

OnePlus Nord 2 5G

PRO

More compact
Glass back
Worldwide availability
Great price

CONS

Nothing particular

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Realme GT, GT Master Edition phones India launch teased by Realme CEO

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Anvinraj Valiyathara

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Jul 26, 2021

Realme announced the Realme GT 5G flagship in China. It was made official in global markets a few months later. Realme is expected to launch the Realme GT in Q3 in India. Today, Realme India and Europe CEO Madhav Sheth took to Twitter to tease the arrival of new Realme GT series phones in India.

Sheth shared the below shown image and asked, “Which of these would you want next to be launched in India?” The Realme GT Neo has already launched in India with Realme X7 Max 5G moniker. Hence, it appears that Realme GT 5G, Realme GT Master Edition, and Realme GT Explorer Master Edition may break cover in India soon.

Probably, these devices may go official in India in the coming month. Hence, Realme India is expected to release more teasers for the upcoming GT series in the coming week.

Realme GT 5G specifications

The Realme GT 5G has a 6.43-inch FHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 888 chip, up to 12 GB of LPPDR5 RAM, up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W charging. It has a 16-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system.

Realme GT Master, GT Explorer Master Edition specifications

The Realme GT Master Edition has a 6.43-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 778G, up to 12 GB of LPPDR4x RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, and a 4,300mAh battery with 65W charging. It has a 32-megapixel selfie camera and a 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit.

The Realme GT Explorer Master Edition has a 6.55-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 870, up to 12 GB of LPPDR4x RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, and a 4,500mAh battery with 65W charging. It has a 32-megapixel selfie camera and a 50-megapixel + 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera unit.

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